Jon chats with the brand-new UNLV head coach, Josh Pastner, about how his time in the media prepared him for this moment, why he likes the current basketball landscape, and other life lessons.

0:00 - Intro

00:30 - Pastner on the excitement of the last month

8:30 - Pastner on his coaching philosophy 

15:15 - Pastner on how he can get UNLV back to the NCAA Tournament

17:30 - Pastner on non-conference schedule highlights 

25:15 - Pastner on what he hopes to accomplish in history first year

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This episode was originally published on May 8, 2025.

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This episode was originally published on May 7, 2025.

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It's only June but are the Louisville Cardinals building something special under Pat Kelsey in year two? Jon takes a look underneath the hood at what's the Cardinals will look like in 2025 -26. The NCAA Tournament is (probably) going to expand, Jon will explain why it only will help Power Conference teams. PLUS a chat with newly minted Penn coach, Fran McCaffrey.

07:03 - UNC might be back

13:44 - Your questions answered

16:15 - A conversation with Penn HC Fran McCaffrey

34:00 - Three good Nuggets

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This episode was originally published on May 14, 2025.

Jon Rothstein talks to newly minted head coach Kevin Willard about making the move to Philadelphia, the new Pope being a Villanova alum and what it means to be a steward of Jay Wright's program.

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This episode was originally published on April 30, 2025.

The Kentucky head coach describes why year 1 in Lexington was a dream, discusses expectations for next year's roster and we're joined by a special guest on FaceTime!

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By popular demand, the American Gangster, Will Wade is BACK! He joins Jon to talk about a myriad of topics including relegation in the ACC and more!

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Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein is your courtside seat to the inner workings of the sport. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

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