PrepMania Weekly is back with a Big 8 spotlight and a massive boys basketball preview. We break down the latest Pizza Hut Power Rankings, examining how conference play is shaping statewide perception and which teams are making the strongest case as the season heats up.

🏀 Big 8 Boys Breakdown & Game Preview

We preview a huge boys basketball matchup between Madison Memorial and Verona, two teams sitting at the top of the Big 8 standings. Madison Memorial enters with a 16–1 overall record, a perfect 11–0 mark against conference opponents, and a strong +17.9 point differential, establishing themselves as one of the most complete teams in the league. Verona counters at 13–2 overall, with a 10–1 conference record and a league-best +20.4 point differential, showcasing balance on both ends of the floor. With both teams unbeaten against sub-.500 competition and near-identical conference records, this matchup has major implications for the Big 8 title race.

🔥 Special Guest at 6:30 PM

We’re joined by Madison Memorial boys basketball head coach Steve Collins, who shares insight on his team’s season, the Big 8 grind, and preparing for a high-stakes matchup against Verona.

👇 In tonight’s show:

Pizza Hut Power Rankings breakdown

Big 8 boys standings update

Memorial vs Verona game preview

Interview with Madison Memorial head coach Steve Collins (6:30)

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