TCU Men's Basketball Head Coach Jamie Dixon joined Big 12 Today to discuss the team's recent performance and upcoming challenges.

He reflected on what went wrong against Kansas, admitting that while the team played well early on, they need to improve in the final stretch. Coach Dixon pointed out that TCU was not aggressive enough in getting to the free throw line and emphasized the need for better defensive focus.

He praised Liutaras Lelevicius for his growth and acknowledged the strong defensive play of David Punch and Xavier Edmonds, while noting the importance of limiting team fouls.

Looking ahead, Coach Dixon discussed preparations for facing the No. 1 team in the country, Arizona. He highlighted that key to beating Arizona is limiting transition opportunities and matching their rebounding effort throughout the game.

Additionally, he shared his expectations for PG Brock Harding, expressing his desire for Harding to lead the Big 12 in assists.

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Big 12 Women's Basketball Analyst Austyn Iven joined Big 12 Today to preview this weekend's games.

She highlighted the strong parity across the conference this season, praising TCU, Baylor, and Iowa State, while noting Arizona State's incredible rise and attributing their turnaround in Tempe to Molly Miller.

Austyn analyzed Iowa State's current skid and outlined what they need to do to recover. She also explained why Texas Tech is off to a historic start, emphasizing their unselfish team play.

Additionally, Austyn shared her insights on which Big 12 team could emerge as a national championship contender.

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Big 12 Men's Basketball Analyst King McClure joined Big 12 Today to preview the weekend's men's basketball action.

He recapped the Iowa State/Baylor game, highlighting what went right for Iowa State and what Baylor needs to improve.

King believes UCF is the most underrated team in the Big 12 and praises Johnny Dawkins' coaching this season.

He analyzes what Oklahoma State must do to beat Iowa State and discusses key strategies for Baylor to defeat Kansas. King also examines the Big 12 game of the week between Arizona and TCU, noting TCU's strong play but acknowledging Arizona's tough style makes victory challenging.

He concludes by identifying Arizona, Houston, Iowa State, and BYU as the four Big 12 teams contending for the national championship.

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Kansas head coach Bill Self joined Big 12 Today!

Coach Self noted that TCU dominated for most of the game, controlling 35 minutes, but Kansas showed resilience in the final 5 minutes to come away with the victory.

He provided an update on Darryn Peterson’s injury, revealing that cramps have limited his playing time this season, with the team’s aim being to help him recover and play more consistently.

Self also praised Melvin Council Jr.’s performance and highlighted the importance of building a strong backcourt partnership between Peterson and Council to elevate Kansas’s chances moving forward.

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Dr. Evan Miyakawa of EvanMiya.com joined Big 12 Today!

Dr. Miyakawa shares his latest rankings and insights on conference performance, comparing the SEC's success last season to the Big 12's prospects for NCAA Tournament success this year.

He highlights standout players like Joshua Jefferson and AJ Dybantsa, emphasizing their impressive stats.

Additionally, Dr. Miyakawa discusses the most underrated team in the Big 12 and examines Kansas's performance data related to Darryn Peterson's presence on the court, providing a deeper understanding of their impact.

Finally, Dr. Miyakawa believes that 9 teams from the Big 12 are in position to make the NCAA Tournament.

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Chris Level of Texas Tech Radio Network & Locked On Red Raiders Joined Big 12 Today to Discuss the Orange Bowl and Transfer Portal.

Chris Level analyzes Texas Tech's performance in the Orange Bowl, highlighting how they were outmatched by Oregon, who brought experience to the field.

He dives into why Brendan Sorsby was a perfect fit for Texas Tech, emphasizing Coach Joey McGuire's focus on culture and Sorsby's Texas roots.

Additionally, Chris dives into Texas Tech's strategic moves in the transfer portal, showcasing how the Red Raiders are flexing their muscle in player recruitment.

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Ari and James came to the defense of the Big 12 after a writer criticized the conference following Texas Tech's defeat to Oregon in the College Football Playoff.

They called out the writer for being inconsistent, pointing out the lack of success the SEC has had in the CFP over the past two years. Ari and James not only defended Texas Tech but also highlighted the Big 12’s strong overall performance in the modern CFP era, including TCU’s shocking upset of Michigan in 2022, which propelled the Horned Frogs to the National Championship game.

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Josh Furlong joined Big 12 Today to discuss the recent formal introduction of Morgan Scalley as the new head coach at the University of Utah.

He highlighted the key differences between Scalley and former head coach Kyle Whittingham, noting that Scalley is significantly more extroverted than Whittingham. Josh emphasized that Scalley was clearly ready for this moment, and although this was his official introduction, the circumstances surrounding Whittingham’s departure made this a destined moment for him.

Josh also shared insights on the current feelings towards Kyle Whittingham now that he’s at Michigan. He described the sentiments as mixed but believes that Whittingham will always retain a positive reputation among Utah fans and the university community.

Additionally, Josh discussed the future of Utah football and addressed whether Devon Dampier is expected to return to Utah next season, leaving the question open as he analyzes the prospects for the team’s upcoming year.

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Mike O'Donnell, renowned analyst from CBS and NBC Sports, joined Big 12 Today to provide his expert analysis on the latest in Big 12 basketball.

Mike shared his bold take, stating that if he were the GM of an NBA team with the first pick in the draft, he would choose AJ Dybantsa, citing his dominance on both ends of the floor.

He also praised Kansas, emphasizing how dangerous they can be when all cylinders are firing. Mike believes that Darryn Peterson and Melvin Council could form the best backcourt in the nation—contingent on Peterson remaining healthy. Despite TCU's tough loss to Kansas, Mike remains confident that TCU is a tournament-worthy team.

Addressing the struggles Darryn Peterson has faced due to injury, Mike expressed hope that Peterson can return to full health, highlighting his exceptional talent. He believes that if Peterson is healthy, Kansas has the potential to reach at least the Elite Eight in the NCAA tournament.

Finally, Mike shared his thoughts on his alma mater, UCF. Despite their loss to Oklahoma State, he sees UCF as a tournament team, noting their fast-paced style of play, which was evident in their impressive victory over Kansas.

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Big 12 analyst and content creator Chancellor Johnson joined Big 12 Today to discuss the exciting games from last night, starting with the thrilling matchup between Texas Tech and Houston.

Chancellor was at the Fertitta Center in Houston, where he praised the passionate crowd and electric atmosphere inside the arena. He highlighted how Houston's aggressive play forced Texas Tech to adapt and play their style of basketball.

He gave special recognition to Texas Tech guard Jaylen Petty for his impressive performance and credited Houston’s Kingston Flemings for his pivotal role in leading Houston to victory.

Turning to other key matchups, Chancellor analyzed the TCU vs. Kansas game, noting how TCU let an opportunity slip away after holding a 13-point lead with just four minutes remaining at Allen Fieldhouse.

He also shared insights on the Cincinnati vs. Oklahoma State game and the UCF vs. West Virginia clash, providing a comprehensive breakdown of last night’s action across the conference.

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