DeJuan Marrero and Jim Dedelow catch up after being apart for a few weeks. During their conversation, Jim speaks with DeJuan about his recent work trips, the implications of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) and agreeing players should receive a commission for their contributions while representing a university and much more.

Jaylin Airington joins DeJuan Marrero and Myron Jenkins on the podcast to share his journey at Cal State Bakersfield, where he helped secure the school's first NIT appearance and scored 500 points in a single season. Jaylin discusses the critical role redshirting played in his development, his experiences playing in Europe, and the teammates who shaped his life. Airington also reflects on lessons from Europe that have fueled his transition into his college coaching career. Enjoy!

In this episode of the DeJuan Marrero Podcast, recorded on April 16, 2025, Belmont commit Jack Smiley discusses his decision to join Casey Alexander and the Belmont Bruins, his experience playing for La Lumiere this season, and his most memorable game from Valparaiso High School. Rob shares his take on the Chicago Cubs’ season, and DeJuan recaps his trip to the Jordan Brand Classic in Washington, DC. Thanks for subscribing!

DeJuan Marrero and co-host Myron Jenkins recap the 2025 Chipotle Nationals held at Hamilton Southeastern in Fishers, Indiana. Myron breaks down Kansas signee Darryn Person's performance against LuHi (NY) and highlight Kiyan Anthony spectacular showing as well.

The IMG Academy and Montverde Girls National Championship came down to the wire. The discussion also covers Columbus (FL), who won the 2025 Chipotle Nationals championship against Dynamic Prep. They also analyze why SMU bound Jaden Toombs of Dynamic Prep (TX) is expected to achieve continued success and much more.

DeJuan Marrero and Jim Dedelow host Sasha Stefanovic, the Director of Player Personnel for the Boilermakers. In this episode, we discuss Purdue's NCAA Tournament debut win against High Point and second round win against McNeese State. Purdue will take on Houston Friday night in Indianapolis. Stefanovic also shares insights into what makes Braden Smith so special and outlines his responsibilities for the Boilermakers...

Indiana Mr. Basketball, one of Ohio State's all-time greats, and top-three scorer in Indiana history, DeShaun Thomas, joins the podcast for episode 250 with Myron Jenkins and DeJuan Marrero. They discuss his experiences playing for Rick Pitino in Greece, making a deep run in March Madness with Thad Matta and the Buckeyes during his era, winning the Indiana Mr. Basketball title, and the reasons behind starting his skill development business in Columbus, Ohio.

DeJuan Marrero, Jim Dedelow, and Rob Aguirre discuss the Indiana State Semifinals with Crown Point's Head Coach Clint Swan. Swan shares his thoughts on returning to the semistate, what it means for his program, and his opinion on the recent rule change in Indiana regarding one-time transfers. JED ask whether Braden Smith should stay at Purdue once the season concludes, and he also explorers why March, aside from Christmas, is one of the best time of the year.

DeJuan Marrero joins the halftime huddle show with Jim Dedelow and Rob Aguirre to discuss the regionals and Semistate in Indiana, the transfer portal, March Madness and much more!

WJOB’s Rob Aguirre and DeJuan Marrero break down the Northwest Indiana Sectionals for the upcoming week. Will Crown Point win it all in Sectional 1 at Lake Central High School? The Sectional 2 Championship arrives quickly with a matchup between Portage and Chesterton in the second round. Can Merrillville run the table to advance to the sectional championship? We also analyze Sectional 17 and discuss whether East Chicago will have enough stamina to defeat Griffith and Bishop Noll. West Side seems to have an easy path to the finals and should encounter no issues. Enjoy the show as we cover much more about this exciting week ahead!

Myron Jenkins and DeJuan Marrero host Dr. August Mendes, the assistant boys basketball coach at CIA Bella Vista (AZ). Dr. Mendes discusses what it means for Bella Vista to be the EYBL Scholastic League Regular Season Co-Champions after winning just one game in conference play last year. He also explains why the EYBL Scholastic League is considered the best high school conference in the world and shares the team's ambitions to contend in the Chipotle Nationals, and much more.