Eye On College Basketball

This week, six college basketball teams remain unbeaten, sparking debate about who will stand last. Vanderbilt impresses with its solid start, while Nebraska stuns Michigan State at home. Michigan rolls over ranked opponents, showcasing national title potential. UCF pulls off an upset against Kansas, amid concerns over Darryn Peterson's injury. Alabama delivers a strong performance against Kentucky, raising questions about the Wildcats' struggles. Plus, Braden Smith breaks the Big Ten assist record!

Gary and Matt dive into the controversial addition of James Nnaji to Baylor, igniting debates about college basketball's structure. They explore coaches' outrage and the potential for legal changes in 2026. The conversation broadens to touch on comparisons with Trenton Flowers and ideas for a summit to address recruitment rules. As the weekend approaches, they preview thrilling matchups, including Michigan's dominance over USC and a clash between Kentucky and Alabama. The hosts keep the excitement rolling with insights on key players and games to watch!

The hosts recap a thrilling year in college basketball with their unique top-10 stories. They dive into chaotic upsets, with one day bringing unprecedented results. Major freshmen are highlighted for their role in elevating viewership. Gambling scandals threaten game integrity, while coaching exits stir fan controversies. The stubborn dominance of power conferences in tournaments draws criticism. They also celebrate Florida's national title and review the rising influence of NIL on recruiting. Listener anecdotes add a personal touch to the year's highlights.

Dive into a lively mailbag where coaching tales intertwine with current college basketball drama. Discover which teams might clinch the national title and explore Michigan State’s championship potential. Enjoy quirky hypotheticals, from airport rankings to Memphis travel tips for kids. Engage in a spirited blue blood debate, plus the intriguing question of mid-major parity in the landscape of NIL. And don’t miss the Final Four picks featuring exciting mid-major matchups!

Jayden Quaintance's emergence revitalizes Kentucky's season as they decisively win against St. John's. Duke faces a shocking collapse against Texas Tech, leading to their first loss. North Carolina narrowly survives Ohio State, aided by impressive freshman Caleb Wilson. Meanwhile, Houston showcases their title potential with a dominant performance against Arkansas. The podcast also dives into the controversies surrounding head coach Ed Cooley's suspension and reflects on other notable coaching issues in the league.

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!

READ: Norlander's Court Report Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander open with NBA commissioner Adam Silver suggesting that the NBA Cup title game might come to "some storied college locations". Then, it's a Wednesday Whiparound where Duke and Kansas cruise to victories and Tennessee handles a limited Louisville team. (0:00) Intro (1:00) Adam Silver suggests NBA Cup might come to “storied college arenas” (11:00) Which college locations should be on the short list for the NBA Cup? (24:45) Tennessee stomps Louisville without Mikel Brown Jr. (29:40) Kansas beats Towson, once again without Darryn Peterson (33:45) Duke ultimately pulls away from Lipscomb, but it was a weird game (41:45) Wednesday Whiparound (44:15) 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

Michigan and Arizona continue their dominant streaks, sparking debates about their status as top contenders. Kansas edges NC State in a thrilling OT matchup but faces concerns with Darryn Peterson's injury. Nebraska impressively remains undefeated, showcasing their potential postseason aspirations. The hosts also highlight Arkansas and Kentucky's strong wins while reminiscing about Gonzaga's victory over UCLA. From breakthrough performances to the depth across the league, the college basketball landscape is heating up!

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander open with another Iowa State victory and a discussion on how many teams could win the Big 12, the nation's best conference. Absolutely NO ONE is just walking in to Pinnacle Bank right now because Nebraska is 10-0 and might have the goods to finally win a tournament game. Then, the Final Four and 1 previews the weekend in college hoops. (0:00) Intro (1:00) Iowa State beats Iowa in a close one on Thursday night + Joshua Jefferson is awesome (7:45) Let’s talk about the Big 12. Who has a chance to win the best league in the sport? (14:15) Nebraska is 10-0! Is it time to win a tournament game??! (25:00) Final Four And 1 presented by FanDuel Sportsbook! (26:00) No. 17 Arkansas vs. No. 16 Texas Tech (30:40) Memphis @ No. 11 Louisville (37:00) No. 1 Arizona vs. No. 12 Alabama (44:30) No. 25 UCLA vs. No 8 Gonzaga (at 11:30pm EST!) (53:40) No. 19 Kansas @ NC State (59:00) More games to watch this weekend  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

READ: Dybantsa has fully arrived Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander recap an eventful night at the Jimmy V Classic. BYU and Clemson trade massive blows each half in a game that's decided by Rob Wright at the buzzer. Florida and UConn went toe-to-toe in the night cap between the last two national champions. Then, it's a midweek whip around to recap other action on Tuesday and look ahead to the end of the week. (0:00) Intro (0:30) Great night at the Jimmy V Classic (1:00) Uconn beats Florida in the nightcap + some hilarious Dan Hurley quotes (16:00) BYU beats Clemson at the buzzer in a tale of two halves (35:20) Wednesday Whiparound - Michigan dominates another high major team (37:15) Illinois wins on the road & a freshman flying under the radar (41:02) Indiana steamrolls Penn State. My GOODNESS Lamar Wilkerson (43:30) Looking ahead  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