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The Surging Knicks, Zombie Heat, and a Bizarre College Hoops Season With Ariel Helwani, Mike Schur, Kevin O’Connor, and Tate Frazier

The Bill Simmons Podcast

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College Basketball Landscape and Player Dynamics

This chapter analyzes the current state of college basketball, spotlighting standout teams like Houston, Kansas, Alabama, and UCLA while discussing the performance and challenges facing teams like Purdue. The conversation also highlights the evolution of player roles, especially centers, and examines the transition of former college athletes to the NBA, focusing on figures like Walker Kessler. The speakers further evaluate various players' strengths, coaches, and the anticipation surrounding upcoming tournaments, mixing personal anecdotes with insightful commentary.

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