The Ringer’s Tate Frazier is joined by J. Kyle Mann to discuss Tate’s disliking of the NET rankings and why using it as an end all be all is a faulty argument (3:04). Then they talk about Northwestern’s upset victory against Purdue, college basketball’s war against TikTok, and Villanova’s early season struggles (10:59). Later, they shout-out Arizona's head coach Tommy Lloyd, break down Kentucky’s upset loss to UNC Wilmington, and share their main takeaways from the Kansas-UConn game over the weekend (32:17).
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Host: Tate Frazier
Guest: J. Kyle Mann
Producer: Jack Sanders
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The Return of the NET, Purdue's Déjà Vu, and the War on TikTok

Tate Frazier and guests all come together to crack the many mysteries in the world of basketball and beyond!

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The Ringer's Tate Frazier is joined by Kevin O'Connor to discuss the upcoming NBA combine, notable combine snubs, draft prospects, the Tom Brady roast, and more (1:45). Then Tate closes the show with some shout-outs, including more transfer portal commits, more NCAA court cases, and the pope (47:18)!

Host: Tate Frazier
Guest: Kevin O'Connor
Producer: Kyle Crichton
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NBA Combine Snubs, Bronny’s Draft Path, and Potential Returnees With Kevin O’Connor

The Ringer's Tate Frazier is joined by Michael Lombardi and Bill Simmons to discuss the state of the Philadelphia 76ers after their Game 5 win vs. the Knicks, Tyrese Maxey's development, and Philly's culture problem, as well as thoughts on Patriots rookie QB Drake Maye, Apple TV+'s 'Dynasty' documentary, the upcoming roast of Tom Brady, and more (2:31). Then Tate closes the show with some college basketball shout-outs, including Kentucky's new additions, best available transfer portal players, and more (34:31).

Host: Tate Frazier
Guests: Bill Simmons and Michael Lombardi
Producer: Kyle Crichton
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The Annual Airing of Grievances With Michael Lombardi and Special Guest Bill Simmons

The Ringer's Tate Frazier and J. Kyle Mann convene at the NCAA transfer portal deadline to discuss the biggest movements in the college basketball offseason, Kentucky's aggressive roster construction, and Coach Cal's new start at Arkansas. They also discuss some potential concerns for Team USA during the 2024 Paris Olympics, NBA playoffs, and more!

Host: Tate Frazier
Guest: J. Kyle Mann
Producer: Kyle Crichton
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The Biggest Dominoes in the Portal, Calipari vs. Kentucky, and Ant-Man's Maturation With J. Kyle Mann

‘OSP’ is back after a short break! The Ringer's Tate Frazier is joined by Eamonn Brennan to discuss a juiced-up college basketball offseason, including court cases, the ever-expanding transfer portal, the coaching carousel, and more!

Host: Tate Frazier
Guest: Eamonn Brennan
Producer: Kyle Crichton


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Welcome to the Offseason With Eamonn Brennan

The Ringer's Tate Frazier is joined by J. Kyle Mann to discuss the top five story lines of the college basketball season (1:54). They then reveal the ‘OSP’ superlatives and award winners for the 2023-24 season (15:30), and discuss Mark Pope's return to Kentucky basketball (1:19:32). Finally, Tate and producer Kyle recap their trip to the Wooden Award ceremony to put a bow on the college basketball season (1:27:36).

Host: Tate Frazier
Guest: J. Kyle Mann
Producer: Kyle Crichton



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The Return of the NET, Purdue's Déjà Vu, and the War on TikTok

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