Eye On College Basketball

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander recap the best freshman day of all time. Illinois' Keaton Wagler, Houston's Kingston Flemings and BYU's AJ Dybantsa shine on a loaded Saturday. Let's recap an incredible Saturday in college basketball. (0:00) Intro + GP’s been at the Kennel all day and oh my what a day! (4:45) Three 40-point freshman performances on the SAME DAY! (7:00) Oh my Keaton Wagler!! Illinois beats Purdue, another loss for Boilers in Mackey Arena (15:45) The Kingston Flemings show! But it’s Texas Tech that beats Houston (20:00) AJ Dybantsa got in on the 40-point party against Utah (32:05) A whole lot happened in the SEC on Saturday, let’s start with UT over Bama (36:47) Auburn beat Florida in Gainesville…wasn’t expecting that (39:50) Texas puts up a 57 ball in the 2nd half, beats Georgia by 20 (40:30) Mizzou hits not one, but two buzzer beaters! (43:45) Vandy avoids a swoon, Kentucky wins five straight (47:40) Big time Saturday Whiparound (40:00) We have three 20-0 teams! (54:35) UNC beats Virginia on the road (56:30) UConn escapes Nova in overtime (57:50) Kansas cruises over K-State without Darryn Peterson (1:01:55) Some final whiparound: Iowa State, Michigan State, 900 for Rick and Ed Cooley back at Providence (1:12:20) AP Poll Predictions and looking ahead to the next few days Theme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of Guster Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Boone @DavidWCobb @TheJMULL_ Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college basketball⁠. You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast,” or “Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast.” Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.com Visit Eye on College Basketball’s YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw⁠ For more college hoops coverage, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt Norlander and Adam Finkelstein open with a conversation about Charles Bediako and what he's trying to do by playing at Alabama. Then, midweek results from around the sport before the Final Four and 1 previews Houston vs Texas Tech, Illinois vs Purdue and more. (0:00) Intro + the snow is coming for the entire east coast (4:45) Let’s talk about Charles Bediako, Alabama and the reaction around college hoops (27:45) Kentucky beats Texas, winners of four straight. Where are we with the Wildcats? (35:20) Alijah Arenas debuts for USC but the Trojans take a bad loss at home to Northwestern (38:55) Arizona and Nebraska get to 19-0 (40:15) Bucky Ball and Texas A&M off to a strong post-Buzz Williams start (45:50) No. 22 North Carolina @ No. 14 Virginia (48:35) No. 7 Nebraska @ Minnesota (51:45) No. 6 Houston @ No. 12 Texas Tech (56:30) No. 11 Illinois @ No. 4 Purdue (1:00:25) Tennessee @ No. 17 Alabama (1:03:57) Norlander’s Notes: More games to watch Theme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of Guster Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Boone @DavidWCobb @TheJMULL_ Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college basketball⁠. You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast,” or “Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast.” Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.com Visit Eye on College Basketball’s YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw⁠ For more college hoops coverage, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander open with UCLA's victory over Purdue and a moody Mick Cronin in the post game press conference. Miami (OH) is still undefeated! They're 20-0 and just keep finding a way to win. Then the Wednesday Whiparound recaps the rest of an eventful Tuesday night in the sport. Plus, breaking news surrounding Charles Bediako and Alabama (0:00) Intro (0:45) UCLA beats No. 4 Purdue! Somehow Mick Cronin is still upset… (16:45) Miami (OH) wins again! Rank ‘em GP! Wally says so! (35:10) Iowa State bounces back in a big way over UCF (38:15) Texas Tech smokes Baylor, Christian Anderson is awesome (40:30) Kansas wins without Bill Self (44:45) Vanderbilt gets smoked at Arkansas, ‘Dores have lost three straight (46:45) Georgia goes on the road and beats Mizzou (48:30) BREAKING NEWS: Charles Bediako is eligible for Alabama (56:00) Some final whiparound and looking ahead to the next two days  Theme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of Guster Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Boone @DavidWCobb @TheJMULL_ Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college basketball⁠. You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast,” or “Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast.” Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.com Visit Eye on College Basketball’s YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw⁠ For more college hoops coverage, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida's thrilling win at Vanderbilt reshapes the SEC landscape, positioning them as a formidable contender. Meanwhile, Kentucky's comeback against Tennessee sparks fresh optimism among fans. Darryn Peterson shines for Kansas with a standout performance, catching the attention of scouts. Texas Tech's upset over BYU highlights their resilience and strong bench play. As the Big Ten power rankings are hotly debated, Duke's dominance contrasts starkly with UNC's struggles, raising questions about their defensive prowess.

A shocking point-shaving scandal involving 26 individuals has rocked college basketball, raising concerns about integrity in the sport. The podcast dives into the implications of this historic scandal and how gambling culture is influencing game outcomes. They recap a thrilling night filled with buzzer beaters, including Kentucky's dramatic victory over LSU and a sensational half-court shot by SMU's Boopie Miller. Additionally, they preview exciting upcoming matchups, analyzing key teams and players to watch for the weekend.

Kansas delivered a stunning defeat to Iowa State, shattering their unbeaten streak. UConn held off Seton Hall, while Nebraska continued its impressive run. Michigan State showcased their strength against Indiana, and Virginia beat Louisville despite a key injury. Tennessee had a nail-biting double-overtime victory over Texas A&M. The hosts also highlighted a thrilling buzzer-beater from Wisconsin against Minnesota and offered a reflection on the legacy of coach Bill Courtney.

Arizona's impeccable performance this season takes center stage as the hosts dissect their coaching and player dynamics. The discussion shifts to the Coach of the Year contenders, highlighting surprises like Fred Hoiberg's resurgence at Nebraska. Engaging predictions surface on which teams will secure a top-four seed in the NCAA Tournament. Finally, the hosts ponder which undefeated teams are likely to fall first, analyzing their competitiveness and upcoming challenges in an action-packed college basketball landscape.

Nebraska's impressive unbeaten run continues with a thrilling win against Indiana. Meanwhile, Michigan faces a surprise loss to Wisconsin, shaking up their perfect season. The hosts dive into the weekend's action, reflecting on Braden Smith's standout performance at Purdue and Illinois' crucial win over Iowa. Kansas struggles in the Big 12, while Houston dominates Baylor. Texas pulls off a major upset against Alabama, showcasing the depth of the SEC, and Vanderbilt ties its best start in history. Exciting matchups ahead promise more drama in college basketball!

Kyle Boone, an NBA draft analyst and CBS Sports writer, joins the conversation to unpack the surprising rise of Vanderbilt as a national title contender after their strong start. He examines Kentucky's puzzling 0-2 SEC record, discussing potential roster issues and their hefty investment. The discussion shifts to Boone's latest mock draft, spotlighting top prospects like Darren Peterson and Kingston Flemings, while questioning the draft perception of Cameron Boozer, who’s been largely overlooked despite his dominance.

A thrilling night in college basketball unfolded as Kansas pulled off an exhilarating OT comeback against TCU, fueled by key plays from Melvin Council Jr. Duke showcased dominance over Louisville with a standout second half, while Houston's Kingston Flemings dazzled in a tight win over Texas Tech. Michigan survived a nail-biter against Penn State, and Texas A&M's chaotic finish left Auburn reeling. The hosts also delve into coaching insights and highlight the impressive rise of standout players like Kate Tyson.