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In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez shares an interview with Brent Vigen, who discusses the transfer portal and the positives it can bring to college football, including roster building, player development, and the ability to recruit higher-caliber high school athletes as recruiting continues to evolve.

Next, Colter sits down with Eli Gillman, star running back for the Montana Grizzlies football, to talk about the football camps he and his teammates are hosting around Montana, giving young athletes a chance to develop their skills and learn from some of the best players in the program.

In the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez breaks down all eight state championship games from across the Montana high school basketball tournaments. The slate was highlighted by a dramatic Class AA title game as Sentinel High School captured its first state championship in 40 years, defeating Billings West High School 47–46 in overtime. Lincoln Rodgers delivered the defining moment, hitting a three-pointer in the final seconds of overtime to lift the Spartans to the historic win.

Colter also brings you interviews with Sentinel head coach Sam Begley and Rodgers himself as they reflect on the championship moment, what it took to win the title, and the journey that led to the program’s first state championship in four decades.

In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by the CWDKS for an entertaining conversation covering the latest headlines from around the sports world. The crew breaks down the cancellation of “Magic City Night,” a themed promotion by the Atlanta Hawks that was set to celebrate the famous Magic City strip club before the team pulled the plug. They also discuss the unusual rule changes at the New York City Marathon due to extreme heat, exploring how organizers worked to keep runners safe. The conversation flows with plenty of laughs, reactions, and opinions as the group covers other notable stories from the sports world.

Later, Colter provides an update on prep basketball across Montana, highlighting standout performances from boys and girls programs as teams compete in their state tournaments around the Treasure State.

In the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez shares a personal story about growing up a fan of the Minnesota Vikings and how that childhood loyalty helped shape his love of the NFL. With the recent news of Kyler Murray joining the Vikings following his departure from the Arizona Cardinals, Colter reflects on what the move could mean for Minnesota and why the storyline resonates with him personally. He mixes memories of watching the Vikings growing up with analysis of how Murray’s arrival could impact the franchise moving forward.

Next, Colter shifts to high school hoops with a full update on the prep basketball playoffs across Montana. He breaks down both boys and girls postseason action from around the Treasure State, highlighting strong performances from programs in Missoula, where five schools are advancing in their respective classes as the road to the state championships continues.

To close the hour, Colter plays the first press conference from Brent Vigen following last season’s national championship run with the Montana State Bobcats football. Vigen discusses the challenge of trying to repeat last year’s magical season and addresses a busy offseason across the college football landscape, including the departure of North Dakota State Bison football from the FCS and the retirement of Bobby Hauck, who quickly took a new role as defensive coordinator for the Illinois Fighting Illini football.

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez breaks down the Big Sky Conference Men's Basketball Championship, which ended with a 77–66 victory for the Idaho Vandals men's basketball over the Montana Grizzlies men's basketball.

Hear from Montana head coach Travis DeCuire and Idaho head coach Alex Pribble, along with players from both teams, as they reflect on the championship game, break down the key moments that decided the matchup, and discuss their seasons as a whole. 

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez breaks down the latest action in prep basketball across all classes around Montana before continuing his coverage of the Big Sky Conference Tournament, which saw both Idaho Vandals men's basketball and Idaho Vandals women's basketball punch their tickets to the Big Dance.

Hear postgame interviews from Tricia Binford, head coach of Montana State Bobcats women's basketball, and Arthur Moreira, head coach of Idaho Vandals women's basketball, along with several players as they assess the game and reflect on their respective seasons. 

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by show regular Ryan Tootell for this week’s ESPN Roundtable, featuring a wide-ranging sports conversation. They break down standout moments like Bam Adebayo’s massive 83-point performance, discuss the bizarre Maxx Crosby trade with the Ravens that fell through due to a failed physical, review the latest Big Sky Conference hoops results, and cover much more from around the sports world.

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez continues his coverage of the Big Sky Conference Tournament, breaking down Montana’s big win over Portland State behind another dominant performance from Money Williams, who followed up his career-high 40-point outing with 32 more points. Colter shares postgame press conferences from both sides, featuring reactions from Montana head coach Travis DeCuire and Portland State head coach Jase Coburn, along with players reflecting on the key moments that decided the game and what the result means moving forward in the tournament. The hour also includes an interview with Idaho men’s head coach Alex Pribble following the Vandals’ win as he discusses his team’s performance and advancing in the tournament.

Next, Geoff Safford sits down with CJI girls head coach Jordan Miller to talk about her team’s impressive season and help preview the upcoming Class C State tournament as it tips off today.

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez runs through this week’s edition of Treasure State Stars, highlighting standout performances from athletes across Montana. He then shares a press conference with Nate Harris, head coach of the Montana Lady Griz basketball team, as Harris reflects on the season, the team’s performance in the Big Sky Tournament, and the program’s progress over the year.

Next, Geoff Safford breaks down Montana State women’s exciting win before prompting an interview with Travis DeCuire, head coach of the Montana Grizzlies men's basketball team, to preview their upcoming matchup against the Portland State Vikings.

To close the hour, Colter continues the Montana vs. Portland State preview with an interview featuring Jase Coburn, Portland State men’s head coach, and provides a quick press conference from Montana State women following their OT win over the Eastern Washington Eagles.

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez breaks down the latest action from the Big Sky Conference Tournament, highlighted by Money Williams pouring in 40 points to lead Montana past Northern Colorado. Colter analyzes the Grizzlies’ big performance, what it means for the tournament picture, and how the bracket is shaping up as the postseason rolls on. Colter then shifts his focus to the prep ranks, previewing the upcoming Montana high school basketball state tournaments across all classes. He breaks down the top teams, key storylines, and what to watch for as championship week tips off around the state.

Later in the hour, Colter sits down with Montana State women’s head coach Tricia Binford to discuss the Bobcats’ approach heading into the Big Sky Tournament and what her team will need to do to make a deep run.