Every year, Division I basketball programs fall into the same lazy trap: scheduling easy early-season games against Division II, D3, or NAIA teams. In this episode, we break down why these matchups are pointless, hurt recruiting, bore fans, and damage program credibility. From Boise State to Gonzaga, no program is immune from the pitfalls of playing meaningless games. If you care about serious basketball, real competition, and why upsets happen, this episode is for you.

We cover:

• Why D2 games don’t prepare D1 teams for the season

• How scheduling fluff games affects recruiting, TV exposure, and stats

• The risks of easy wins turning into national embarrassment

• Better alternatives for early-season scheduling

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