Eye On College Basketball Previewing St. John's-Kentucky, Houston-Arkansas, Duke-Texas Tech & more + Who will win the SEC?
Dec 19, 2025
Get ready for an action-packed weekend in college basketball! The hosts dive into the high stakes of the CBS Sports Classic, breaking down matchups like Kentucky vs. St. John's. They discuss the potential impact of Jayden Quaintance's return, the race for SEC supremacy, and whether Vanderbilt can contend for the title. Plus, expect thrilling insights on pivotal games like Houston-Arkansas and Duke-Texas Tech. With a mix of analysis and predictions, this conversation is a must-listen for basketball fans!
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Quaintance Could Flip Kentucky's Defense
- Jaden Quaintance's potential CBS Sports Classic debut could immediately change Kentucky's defensive identity.
- Matt Norlander and Gary Parrish view his return as pivotal to Kentucky's SEC outlook.
St. John's Has Most To Lose
- St. John's carries the most to lose of the CBS Sports Classic teams, with expectations high after heavy roster spending.
- Kentucky has more margin for error but needs health and transfer impacts to materialize.
Bruce Thornton Is A Breakout Talent
- Ohio State's Bruce Thornton is a quietly dominant scorer who could elevate the program's profile.
- A big CBS Classic performance would give Ohio State a notable non-conference resume boost.