Looks like good news on the injury front for Cottage Grove native, former Gopher, and current Maryland Terrapin Pharrel Payne. He suffered what appeared to be a gruesome injury but now sounds like he could play next week at the Players Era tourney in Vegas. 247sports.com/college/mary...

Minnesota struggling against one of the worst programs in D1. Only up 5 late in the first. Letting Chicago st outscoredl you in the paint isn't a recipe for success. At least they're making FTs tonight....

I did not see this result coming. This may be a quintessential Tom Izzo team. Beat the hell out of you down low, get out and run & move the ball in the halfcourt. If they're gonna make 35%+ 3s they're going to be tough.

Additional injury news: Kentucky coach Mark Pope told CBS Sports that Jaland Lowe is not going to play vs. Michigan State, either. Lowe is the starting point guard and remains out indefinitely due to a shoulder issue. Look for UK to go 10-deep tonight regardless.

NEWS: Darryn Peterson will not play for Kansas tonight in the big game against Duke in the Champions Classic, Bill Self told CBS Sports. A big blow: Duke is a heavy favorite and it robs the matchup of Peterson and Cam Boozer—maybe the top two 2026 NBA picks—of playing vs. each other.

Nice scoring night including 10-10 FT for Tre Holloman in NC State's win over a good VCU team. The Cretin Derham Hall grad and former Michigan St guard hit 6 straight FTs in the final 18 sec to seal the win for the Wolfpack.

I was at the St. Thomas men's basketball home opener and saw the new Lee & Penny Anderson Arena. Check out the latest podcast for my thoughts on the new $180M dual purpose facility. splashcitybasketball.buzzsprout.com

Wow. North Texas snatching defeat from the jaws of victory. Missing the front ends of two 1and1s that could have sealed it. Then calling timeout when they dont have any. Watch enough basketball and you'll see wild stuff every night.

Getting my first look at Virginia Tech and Indiana. greek freshman standout Neoklis Avdalas is a classic big euro wing player. Lot of back cuts and basket cuts from the Hoosier. Old school Indiana fans will love it!

New episode out! Talking St Thomas' new $180M arena PLUS NBA fan experience. @mntimberwolves.bsky.social upgrades at target center and in technology, memorabilia, @nba.com TV viewing and more. Check it out on spotify, Apple podcasts or on YouTube. youtu.be/nZHSVLlWpGs?...

After getting punked in the 1st half Grant Mcaslund says no more. 3 post ups for jt toppin and a drive and finish for watts. The point was clear "we need to attack the paint and go at them"

Look out Kentucky has the louisville lead down to 10....

Florida and Michigan survive scares from three ACC. Tough loss for Steve Forbes and Wake. Illinois beating up Texas Tech. Louisville with a lead on Kentucky.

Double double alert for Luka Garza!

#10 Florida down at the half at home vs Florida St. #6 Michigan in a battle with Wake forest. Tonight is shaping up strong!

Dunk and a nice hook from Alexandria's Chase Thompson in the early minutes for @clemsonsports.bsky.social vs Morehead St.

HUGE win for Michigan St over Arkansas. I was doubting Sparty a bit this year but this definitely raises my eye brows. I'm high on Arkansas as a sleeper in the SEC race.

Really fun, big-time matchup at Madison Square Guarden b/w Alabama and St. John's. Divergent styles and awesome coaches.

New Episode: Lots of Wolves talk, defense, bench and in Finch we trust? Plus NBA surprises and updates after the first few games or the college season. More hoops tonight including KU v UNC, Georgetown v Maryland and the Wolves come home to f a ce the Jazz.

Quick comp of Koa Peat: Norchad Omier. The motor, tenacity. But Peat only being a freshman putting 30 on the defending champs and Florida's experienced front court was something else.

Summit League @ West Coast Conference in a couple of close games. NDSU @ Oregon St Anderson making tons of plays inside on both ends. St Thomas @ St. Mary's Tommies hanging around and doing a good job vs bigger bigs of the Gaels

Big run in the 2nd half has opened up a once close game. Murray St up 15 on reining Summit champs Omaha.

It's a top 25 showdown on opening night. Florida v Arizona should be fantastic! Plus we get our stuff look at AJ Dybantsa in meaningful games against Villanova and new coach Kevin Willard.

2025-2026 NBA Steals Per Game Leaders: 3.0 - Tre Jones 3.0 - Ryan Rollins 3.0 - Zion Williamson 2.7 - Dillon Brooks 2.5 - Matisse Thybulle All Leaders: https://www.basketball-reference.com/leagues/NBA_2026_leaders.html

That's an ugly loss for thr Wolves after they fought back. But too little too late. If you don't play defense seriously until the last 4 minutes then you get bit.

Ended the Big Ten preview pod with THE question: Will the B10 finally break the streak and win a national title in 2026? Loads of high end teams mean possibly the best chance since 2000. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

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Cameron Boozer logs 24 points, 23 REBOUNDS, six assists, a pair of blocks and just one turnover in Duke's 83-76 exhibition W at Tennessee. The hype surrounding Boozer, Dybantsa, Peterson and this frosh class is rising—rapidly. Could be the best class in 10+ years. A massive season awaits in CBB.

Don't mess with Mick Cronin! Listen for this and more on the Splash City Big Ten Preview. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e... open.spotify.com/episode/26CG... youtu.be/zW1ZL5lxxSM

My Big Ten (18) mens #basketball preview podcast is out now. Listen on Spotify, Apple or YouTube. My buddy Tyler joins to break down the league and its chances of finally winning another national title. I like Illinois to push Michigan and Purdue at the top. The league is a gauntlet again. #bigten

Rookie VJ Edgecombe drops 34 ptd and 7 boards in a comeback win for three 76ers over the Celtics. He's the rookie no one is but should be talking about. #nba #76ers

OT in the first game of the nba season. The mvp is nearly unguardable. Just gets to his spot and his shot whenever he wants.

Nugget that maybe only interests me: @boilerball.bsky.social ranks 8th among all D1 teams in returning minutes. The next closest high major is @uconn.bsky.social at 34th. Major reason the metrics & polls are high on the Boilers. It also helps when 2 players are AA caliber. #bigten #Purdue #uconn

In less than 24 hours we have meaningful hoops. Everything kicks off with the reigning champs vs new look Houston. I can't wait to see how Reed Shephard performs. Then slim Luka vs GSW. College hoops 2 weeks from tonight!!

Tough step back bucket by Gophers soph guard Isaac Asuma over Cade Tyson during Maroon & Gold scrimmage #Gophers #bigten

Episode 4 is out! youtu.be/0tA0EJJogg0?... Talking gopher scrimmage and basketball concessions with help from 3 middle schoolers!

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I attended the Gophers team scrimmage Saturday. Takeaways: they have 3 players at guard, wing and bigs. Shooting is improved. All the transfers look ready. Nehemiah turn is a "big" X factor. + I brought 3 middle school boys to break down concession stand food. Listen on Spotify or Apple!

Lakers are too high for me. I'd put them below the wolves for sure. Are we acting like last year's playoffs didn't happen? bleacherreport.com/articles/252...

Good morning Bluesky. Episode 3 is out! Thanks to my buddy Tate for helping me out this week. We discuss the Lynx collapse, NBA win totals and who is facing the most pressure PLUS Tommies are tourney eligible. open.spotify.com/episode/2ayG... podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

For the 2nd straight game the Lynx melt down, blow a lead and their offense completely vanishes in the 4th quarter. Phee needs to show up and Reeve needs to maintain some composure. Past 2 games do not look like a veteran team with finals experience.

Cheryl Reeve going to Hiedeman late in the 2nd gave the Lynx a spark and she has continued to be a difference maker in the 3rd.

Ahead of tonight's MN Lynx game 3 in Phoenix, take a listen to my final segment discussing where Cheryl Reeve ranks among coaches in the past 30 years. youtu.be/BoRcpY0H6k4?...

Need a quick refresher on all the changes at University of Minnesota mens 🏀? Episode 2 out now breaks down the roster and arrival of Niko Medved. Plus: Where Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve ranks among all-time greats. open.spotify.com/episode/01hS...

Get your first look at this year's Minnesota Mens basketball team when they host an intrasquad scrimmage Sat Oct 11th at 2pm. This will be the first chance to see a mostly new roster under new coach Niko Medved. gophersports.com/news/2025/9/...

Lot of speculation about the @mntimberwolves.bsky.social and Anthony Edward's lately. From his developing post-up game and entering his prime, where the Wolves go is anyone's guess. www.cbssports.com/nba/news/the...

Episode 2 is out now on Spotify, Apple and YouTube! Links in bio. - Diving deep into Niko Medved and MN's roster additions/subtraction. - College basketball recruiting news - Big Ten coaching and transfer portal updates We're less than a month away from meaningful 🏀! youtu.be/fU3bSbNb5Mo

Episode 1 is out! We discuss my first visit to NBA Summer League, change in the Western Conference, my thoughts on Cooper Flagg/Dylan Harper and finally my overall experience in Vegas. Check it out on Spotify, apple and youtu.be/cT-WxGNswx4?...