Locked On College Basketball

Big Ten powers Illinois and Michigan State surge toward 2027 glory—can they follow-up Michigan's national championship with a second straight? Hosts Andy Patton and Isaac Schade spotlight Jeremy Fears, David Mirkovic, and Trey McKenney as potential game-changers, while debating Michigan’s post-Dusty May outlook and the impact of the Brandon McCoy injury.Key topics include in-depth Big Ten conference tiers, FanDuel championship odds, and whether blue bloods like UCLA or upstarts like Nebraska and Purdue can contend in a rapidly shifting college basketball landscape. Plus, discover which coaches are on the hot seat, how roster stability could decide conference supremacy, and whether the Big Ten can dethrone the SEC as the sport’s best league. Don’t miss expert all-conference teams, breakout freshmen, and double-digit NCAA tournament bids in this must-listen season preview. PHOTO CREDIT: Amber Searls - Imagn ImagesJOIN the Locked On College Basketball Everydayer Club!If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the Locked On College Basketball community: https://lockedoncollegebasketball.supercast.com/Join the Locked On College Basketball Discord: https://discord.gg/bsKxDp8QqbFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-college-basketball/Locked On College Basketball TikTokLocked On College Basketball TwitterLocked On College Basketball InstagramAndy Patton TwitterIsaac Schade Twitter Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.  Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel.  Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel.  Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Houston Cougars eye a record-breaking 6th straight 30-win season—can Kelvin Sampson’s reloaded roster keep the streak alive? Isaac Schade and Parker Ainsworth break down the Cougars’ biggest storylines, including replacing backcourt staples like Emanuel Sharp and Kingston Flemings and the impact of new faces like Dedan Thomas and Delrecco Gillespie. The discussion covers JoJo Tuggler’s development, frontcourt chemistry, and which X-factors could shape Houston’s season in the competitive Big 12.Key topics include possible starting lineups, high-stakes non-conference clashes (Alabama, LSU, potentially Florida & Kansas), and predictions for conference play amid major roster turnover. Which matchups could trip up Houston? Will emerging stars like Mercy Miller and Chase McCarty deliver? Parker Ainsworth shares insider analysis on whether this Cougars squad is built for another deep NCAA tournament run, and what success looks like for Houston this year. PHOTO CREDIT: William Purnell - Imagn ImagesJOIN the Locked On College Basketball Everydayer Club!If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the Locked On College Basketball community: https://lockedoncollegebasketball.supercast.com/Join the Locked On College Basketball Discord: https://discord.gg/bsKxDp8QqbFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-college-basketball/Locked On College Basketball TikTokLocked On College Basketball TwitterLocked On College Basketball InstagramAndy Patton TwitterIsaac Schade Twitter Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.  Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel.  Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel.  Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Arizona Wildcats eye back-to-back Big 12 titles—can anyone dethrone them? With Ivan Kharchenkov, Mo Krivas, and potential breakout freshman Caleb Holt leading the way, Arizona is stacked with All-American talent. But questions linger around RJ Godfrey’s eligibility and the point guard rotation, with Derek Dixon and JJ Mandaquit set to step up. Will Arizona’s retooled roster be as dominant, or are they more vulnerable this season?Leif Thulin and Andy Patton break down the projected Big 12 standings, debate the impact of Big 12 transfer rules on Texas Tech, Kansas, and BYU, and highlight Houston’s gritty style under Kelvin Sampson. Learn why TCU’s continuity with Xavier Edmonds could make them a surprise contender and which teams have the widest range of outcomes. Get key insights into team depth, top NBA Draft prospects, and what it will take to seize the Big 12 crown.JOIN the Locked On College Basketball Everydayer Club!If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the Locked On College Basketball community: https://lockedoncollegebasketball.supercast.com/Join the Locked On College Basketball Discord: https://discord.gg/bsKxDp8QqbFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-college-basketball/Locked On College Basketball TikTokLocked On College Basketball TwitterLocked On College Basketball InstagramAndy Patton TwitterIsaac Schade Twitter Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.  Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel.  Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel.  Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kansas Jayhawks reload with star freshman Tyran Stokes eyeing Big 12 dominance—can Bill Self’s squad return to the top after recent tournament disappointments?Isaac Schade and Andy Patton break down Kansas’ biggest storylines, from Stokes replacing NBA-bound Darryn Peterson to the crucial eligibility saga of Tre White. The podcast explores projected starting lineups, key X-factors like Leroy Blyden and Dennis Parker Jr., and major concerns in the Jayhawks’ frontcourt rotation. Insightful analysis covers Kansas’ challenging non-conference schedule, marquee matchups against Kentucky, Villanova, and UConn, and the potential impact of Bill Self’s health and future with the program. Predictions for Big 12 standings and NCAA Tournament prospects round out a must-listen preview for Jayhawk fans and college hoops followers alike.PHOTO CREDIT: Mark J. Rebilas - Imagn ImagesJOIN the Locked On College Basketball Everydayer Club!If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the Locked On College Basketball community: https://lockedoncollegebasketball.supercast.com/Join the Locked On College Basketball Discord: https://discord.gg/bsKxDp8QqbFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-college-basketball/Locked On College Basketball TikTokLocked On College Basketball TwitterLocked On College Basketball InstagramAndy Patton TwitterIsaac Schade Twitter Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.  Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel.  Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel.  Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Vanderbilt Commodores reload with Tyler Tanner’s return and a new-look roster—can Mark Byington’s squad cement themselves as perennial SEC contenders after last year’s 27-win breakout? Tanner’s All-American potential and Vanderbilt’s offseason moves take center stage as Isaac Schade and Andy Patton explore whether the Commodores can match last year’s offensive power while shoring up their frontcourt defense.Key storylines include Tanner’s NBA-level stat lines, the integration of transfers like Ace Glass, and the emergence of players like Berke Buyuktuncel and Gabe Nesmith as potential X-factors. The hosts break down Vanderbilt’s non-conference schedule, SEC projections, and the impact of Byington’s coaching—while raising questions about roster turnover and the squad’s ability to reach the NCAA Tournament’s second weekend. Can Vandy’s deep roster and new talent propel them into the SEC elite, or will frontcourt concerns hold them back?JOIN the Locked On College Basketball Everydayer Club!If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the Locked On College Basketball community: https://lockedoncollegebasketball.supercast.com/Join the Locked On College Basketball Discord: https://discord.gg/bsKxDp8QqbFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-college-basketball/Locked On College Basketball TikTokLocked On College Basketball TwitterLocked On College Basketball InstagramAndy Patton TwitterIsaac Schade Twitter Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.  Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel.  Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel.  Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.