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April 20 Transfer portal updates I UConn, Illinois show importance of retention
Retention is still the foundation of winning in college basketball and the latest decisions across the country prove it. On this episode of Inside College Basketball Now, Jon Rothstein breaks down why programs like UConn and Illinois are once again positioned to contend after securing key returning pieces. With Braylon Mullins heading back to Storrs and Andrej Stojakovic returning to Champaign, the blueprint is clear: continuity matters. Plus, Florida gets a boost with Alex Condon returning, and we take a look at the biggest stay-or-go decisions still looming ahead of the NBA Draft early entry deadline.
Then it’s time for Portal Kombat, as some of the top remaining names in the transfer portal continue to shape the offseason landscape. From John Blackwell’s high-profile recruitment to key movement involving programs like Duke, Louisville, Gonzaga, and North Carolina, the board is still shifting in a major way.
We also check in on the big boys, Kentucky, Louisville, Kansas, North Carolina, Indiana—and take a closer look at where things stand in the Big East with St. John’s, Providence, Xavier, and Creighton.
Plus, your questions answered in our interaction segment, and a fresh edition of 3 Good Nuggets, including a marquee non-conference matchup between BYU and San Diego State, Wisconsin adding a sneaky shooter, and the latest on the transfer portal closing window.
45 min
April 16 Jerrod Calhoun spoke to Mick Cronin before accepting Cincy job + how he plans to rebuild FAST
Jon Rothstein chats with new Cincy coach Jerrod Calhoun.

15 min
April 14 Dusty May never considered leaving Michigan + updates on Aday Mara and Morez Johnson Jr.
Fresh off winning a national championship, Michigan head coach Dusty May joins Jon Rothstein to reflect on the biggest moment of his career, and what comes next.
Just one week after cutting down the nets, May shares why he never seriously considered leaving Michigan, even as his stock skyrocketed, and explains why winning it all hasn’t changed his mindset or approach as a coach. He also provides the latest on key roster situations, including Aday Mara and Morez Johnson Jr., and where things currently stand.
Rothstein and May dive into the grind it took to reach the top, how he’s handling the immediate aftermath of a title run, and what sustaining success at Michigan will look like moving forward.
26 min
April 14 Latest transfer portal updates + catching up with Dusty May & Jerrod Calhoun
It’s time for PORTAL KOMBAT WATCH, breaking down the biggest names shaping the offseason, including John Blackwell, Rob Wright, Neoklis Avdalas, KJ Lewis, Markus Burton, Jalen Haralson, and more. The show also features interviews with Michigan head coach Dusty May and Cincinnati head coach Jerrod Calhoun, plus a fan Q&A and three key news nuggets: a marquee Gonzaga–Michigan State matchup set for Palm Springs, continued expansion in the WCC, and the official early entry withdrawal deadline for the 2026 NBA Draft.

45 min
April 08 Introducing 'Deep Waters' a UFC podcast from CBS Sports
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Deep Waters is where the fight game gets real.
Live every Monday on YouTube, some combo of Din Thomas, Chris Weidman, Jorge Masvidal, and Dustin Poirier break down the biggest moments in MMA with the kind of honesty and perspective you only get from guys who’ve been in the cage.
From fight reactions and bold matchmaking debates to behind-the-scenes stories and unfiltered takes, nothing’s off limits.
Each episode hits the biggest storylines in the sport, dives into key fights, and looks ahead to what’s next, with plenty of personality, debate, and chaos along the way. Plus, the live chat is part of the show, giving fans a voice and helping shape the conversation in real time.
If you care about the UFC and want more than surface-level analysis, this is where you tap in.
Deep Waters, every Monday, live on YouTube. Dive in.
2 min
April 07 Michigan crowned, UConn fails to complete dynasty bid + Early look at next season!
Michigan defeats UConn to win the title. Jon Rothstein reacts!

31 min
April 06 UNC hiring Michael Malone - Jon Rothstein reacts!
Jon Rothstein reacts to UNC hiring Michael Malone.

22 min
April 05 Michigan DOMINATES Arizona, UConn BACK to title game | Full Final Four Reaction Podcast
Join Jon Rothstein as he breaks down UConn’s continued dominance under Dan Hurley, Michigan’s surge, and key takeaways from the Final Four. Plus, the latest on North Carolina’s coaching search.
0:00 Intro
1:21 Michigan’s surge
11:06 UConn and Dan Hurley
16:00 North Carolina update
31:10 Questions from the chat
35:20 National Championship prediction
37 min
April 01 Final Four Preview: Michigan-Arizona, Illinois-UConn + What's next for UNC?
Who will win the 2026 NCAA Tournament? Jon Rothstein reveals his pick for the new champion, preview the Final Four games and discuss the latest news around North Carolina’s coaching search on the latest episode of Inside College Basketball Now.

0:00 - Intro
3:00 - Three Big Things
3:30 - North Carolina is going to take it’s time filling their head coach position
16:50 - Illinois vs UConn Preview
21:30 - Michigan vs Arizona Preview
25:55 - Chat Questions
30:19 - Three Nuggets
31:12 - Games to Watch

34 min
March 31 Why Brad Underwood wasn't watching UConn-Duke finish live & how this Illinois team broke through to Final Four
Jon Rothstein sits down with Illinois head coach Brad Underwood fresh off a breakthrough run, capturing the raw emotion, perspective, and pressure that come with reaching college basketball’s biggest stage. Underwood reflects on the surreal aftermath of the win, waking up to hundreds of messages, barely sleeping, and realizing that the moment he once dreamed about as a kid has become reality. He opens up about the grind it took to get here, why sharing it with his son made it even more meaningful, and how this experience feels different at this stage of his career.
The conversation dives into what makes this Illinois team special, from its size, shooting, and IQ to the character that helped fuel its rise, along with key defensive improvements and standout contributors like Stojakovic. Underwood also discusses navigating the pressure of another Elite Eight, preparing for a rematch with UConn, and staying locked in during a “business trip” mindset in Indianapolis. Plus, he breaks down what it will take for Illinois to take the next step and still be playing on Monday night.
0:00 Intro
0:15 Making the Final Four
1:45 Sharing moment with his son
3:00 Does he feel different?
3:50 Why did this team break through?
4:35 Illinois identity
5:45 Defensive improvements
6:55 Stojakovic!
7:45 Playing on road vs. Houston
8:45 Elite 8 pressure
10:00 UConn-Duke finish
11:30 Playing UConn again
12:30 Final Four close to home
13:20 Business trip in Indy
14:30 Keys to playing Monday
16 min

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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,…