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The hosts debate their top five Big East basketball venues and cities. This episode of the sports podcast also remembers a Villanova basketball legend George Raveling.

Catch the full episode for some college basketball discussion and more!

0:00 – Intro

0:01 – Top 5 Big East Venues

15:01 – Remembering George Raveling

23:02 – Top Big East Cities

45:05 – Outro

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Is the Big East still a power conference? This episode of Big East Energy Weekly analyzes whether the Big East is still a power conference, with hosts Mark Sennetto and Casey Matthews debating recent changes and sharing opinions. They dive into the nuances of college basketball and the Big East's place in the college basketball landscape.

Who's your top ranking for coaches in the Big East? Is it Pitino, Hurley, McDermott, or Shaka? We discuss that and more..

Also, John Fanta is leaving FOX for NBC. What does this mean for Big East storytelling and national CBB coverage? Tune in for sharp analysis, hot takes, and insider context on the state of Big East basketball.

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Here's a look at Big East Energy Weekly's episode, where hosts Roosevelt Jones, Mark Zanetto, and Casey Matthews discuss the upcoming basketball season. They highlighted top clutch players and previewed key non-conference matchups in the Big 12 and ACC. Don't forget to check out more content on the Big East Energy Network! Is your squad built for March? Find out here!

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College basketball analyst Ryan Hammer joins Big East Energy Weekly to break down the state of the Big East Conference. We dive into coaching rankings, roster strategies, and the future of Big East hoops.

From UConn’s championship blueprint to St. John’s and Pitino’s rebuild, plus Creighton, Marquette, and surprise teams that could shake up the league—Ryan gives his insights, hot takes, and bold predictions.

We also debate how good the Big East can be this season, the role of Butler and DePaul in bringing the Midwest back into the spotlight, and whether a relegation-style system could revolutionize college basketball.

Topics Covered:

• Ryan Hammer’s Big East coach rankings

• UConn’s retain + transfer + freshman roster model

• Surprising Big East players and breakout teams

• St. John’s resurgence under Rick Pitino

• Creighton & Marquette outlook

• Can Butler & DePaul return the Midwest to Big East glory?

• Fictional hoops scenarios + fun debate to wrap

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Who are the Top 20 fictional basketball players of all time? From Bo Cruz in Hustle to Jesus Shuttlesworth in He Got Game, Sidney Deane in White Men Can’t Jump, and Jimmy Chitwood in Hoosiers, we’re ranking the greatest made-up hoopers ever to hit the screen. We break down their skills, backstories, and how they’d stack up in real-life hoops — covering playground legends, movie stars, and TV show ballers.

In this episode, Mark Zanetto and Roosevelt Jones dive deep into iconic basketball films and series, comparing talent, style, and impact on basketball culture. Whether they played in the streets, in high school gyms, or under the bright lights of the NCAA, these characters left a lasting mark on the game.

From Blue Chips’ prized recruits to underdog heroes and flashy street-ball kings, this countdown blends basketball knowledge, pop culture nostalgia, and a little “what if” fun.

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Who are the most clutch players in Big East basketball history? From buzzer-beaters to Big East Tournament heroics, we count down the top 5 ice-cold killers who delivered when the lights were brightest. You might know #1 — but you won’t guess them all.

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Aaron Torres joins Casey Matthews and Mark Zanetto on The Hoops Cap Pod to discuss the evolving landscape of college basketball, particularly in the Big East. They explore UConn's unique position balancing football and basketball spending, the emergence of GM roles in college programs, and early predictions for the Big East conference. The conversation highlights the importance of strategic roster building, with insights on St. John's, Creighton, and dark horse Xavier. Torres offers his top 5 Big East rankings, sparking debate on team potential. The podcast provides an insider's look at the financial and personnel strategies shaping college basketball, with a focus on the Big East's competitive dynamics for the upcoming season.

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Aaron Torres joins the Big East Energy Weekly podcast to discuss the state of Big East basketball. The hosts explore why the conference doesn't get more national coverage despite its quality. They debate the authenticity and outspokenness of coaches like Rick Pitino and Dan Hurley, arguing it's good for the league. The conversation touches on NIL spending, the evolving role of college basketball GMs, and early Big East rankings. Aaron predicts UConn and St. John's at the top, with debate around the 4-5 spots. The hosts make a case for Xavier as a sleeper team to watch this season.

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The discussion around NBA talent on college rosters and coaching expectations is complex. While having multiple NBA-caliber players can elevate a team's potential, it doesn't guarantee success in the NCAA tournament. Coaches at top programs like Duke, Kentucky, and UConn face immense pressure to translate this talent into championships. The debate centers on whether failing to reach the Final Four or win a national title with NBA-level talent should be considered a failure. Some argue that the unique pressures of single-elimination tournaments and the challenges of managing young talent make this an unfair standard. Others contend that elite coaches should be able to maximize their roster's potential, regardless of age or experience. This conversation underscores the high stakes and expectations in college basketball, especially for programs consistently recruiting top talent.

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The 2025 NBA Draft saw five Big East players selected, showcasing the conference's talent pool. Liam McNeely from UConn, Thomas Sorber from Georgetown, Micah Peavy from Georgetown, Kam Jones from Marquette, and Ryan Kalkbrenner from Creighton all heard their names called. This draft outcome highlights the Big East's ability to produce NBA-caliber players across multiple programs. However, some notable omissions, like RJ Luis, raised questions about the decision-making process for players choosing to stay in the draft versus returning to college.

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