Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

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Olivier Sarr Thoughts + Louisville in Trouble + Dan Issel Joins the Show May 07, 2020

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It's Thursday and you know what that means, another edition of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast! Aaron talks about Olivier Sarr's commitment to Kentucky, Louisville's trouble with the NCAA and a major recruiting haul for UConn. Then he welcomes in Basketball Hall of Famer Dan Issel to the show.

Here is a rundown:

Olivier Sarr commits, Louisville in trouble and UConn builds toward 2021: Aaron opens the show by talking about Olivier Sarr's commitment to Kentucky (5:00). He explains why he believes Sarr was the best big man available on the transfer market, why he believes Sarr could get eligible next season and why Sarr was the missing piece to a potential 2021 national championship contender. He then breaks down the latest with the NCAA and Louisville and why he hopes the NCAA goes after Rick Pitino, not the school (21:30). Finally he wraps with another big commitment for UConn, Dan Hurley's recruiting prowess and why the Huskies are in position to have immediate success in the Big East (34:00).

Dan Issel joins the show: Aaron is joined by Kentucky's all-time leading scorer and a Basketball Hall of Famer (44:00). Issel discusses his push to get an NBA team to Louisville and what the challenges are for the city to make it happen. Then Issel reflects back on his playing days, including playing for Adolph Rupp and what it was like to play against Pete Maravich and Wilt Chamberlain. Finally, he discusses his favorite players in the modern NBA.

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Positive College Football News? Olivier Sarr? Plus Chris Broussard on The Last Dance May 04, 2020

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We may still have no sports, but the Aaron Torres Pod keeps rolling on! He discusses "The Last Dance," why he believes college football will be back Labor Day and Wake Forest's hire of Steve Forbes and what it means for Olivier Sarr. Plus, he is joined by his buddy Chris Broussard from Fox Sports Radio to discuss the "Last Dance documentary. It's an action packed show. Here is is a quick rundown:

"The Last Dance," College Football and Wake Forest: Aaron opens the show with a massive recap of what turned into a busy weekend in sports. He discusses "The Last Dance" documentary, the crazy conversation around MJ's gambling "problem" and why it's OK Jordan refused to support political candidates in North Carolina (4:00). Aaron also discusses the state of college football, and why he is more confident now than ever that the college football season will begin as planned on Labor Day (21:30). Finally, he discusses why he likes Wake Forest's hire of Steve Forbes and what it means for their star player Olivier Sarr who is set to enter the transfer portal (39:00).

Chris Broussard joins to discuss to go deeper on "The Last Dance": Aaron is joined by his good friend Chris Broussard from Fox Sports Radio to go deeper on "The Last Dance." Broussard joins the show to discuss what it was like to cover MJ, and just how badly Bulls management messed up his final season in Chicago. Could that ever happen in today's society? Also, is this documentary making current re-evaluate what they thought about Jordan and his place as the greatest of all-time?

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Name/Image/Likeness, Daishen Nix + Damon Stoudamire joins the show Apr 30, 2020

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It's Thursday and you know what that means: A new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast! Aaron talks about "Name, Image and Likeness" coming to college sports, and asks "What is the G-League's end game" after they signed another high school prospect. Finally he is joined by 13-year NBA vet and head coach at Pacific Damon Stoudamire to talk all things hoops. Here's a rundown of the show:

Name/Image/Likeness and Daishen Nix: Aaron opens the show by the NCAA announcing that they plan to allow athletes to make money off their "name, image and likeness" (4:00). He explains why this is good for college athletes, but why it won't impact college sports the way you think, and why it could help small programs and fringe players more than superstars and big programs. Next he discusses UCLA commit Daishen Nix's decision to go to the G-League. While he understands Nix's desire to go to the league, Aaron wonders: What is the G-League's end game, after committing hundreds of thousands of dollars into what will ultimately be an NBA role player (27:00)

Pacific head coach and former NBA star Damon Stoudamire joins the show: Aaron is joined by 13-year NBA vet and Pacific head coach Damon Stoudamire (50:00). Stoudamire talks about his unique path in coaching, when he got his first job while still under NBA contract to his rise as head coach at Pacific. He also talks about the G-League path from the perspective of a former player, advice he'd give to coaches like Penny Hardaway and Patrick Ewing coming from the NBA, and finally his memories of playing against Michael Jordan.

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NFL Draft, Wake Forest, Greg Brown + Patrick Patterson joins the show Apr 27, 2020

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It's Monday and you know what that means, another, brand new edition of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast! Aaron discusses all the big topics of the day before he is joined by Kentucky legend Patrick Patterson for a riveting, half-hour sit-down. Here is a rundown of today's show:

NFL Draft, Wake Forest and Greg Brown: Aaron recaps the weekend that was in sports, starting with the NFL Draft. He discusses why the "draft from home was a riveting success" and why the NFL deserves credit from pressing on with the draft when some thought they should postpone it (4:30). He then discusses Wake Forest's firing of Danny Manning and says who he thinks will be next (23:30), as well as Greg Brown's commitment to Texas over the G-League (36:00). Tough day for the "college basketball is dead crowd," huh?

Patrick Patterson joins the show: Aaron welcomes in Patrick Patterson for a riveting half hour interview to discuss his time at Kentucky and in the NBA (47:00). Patrick discusses his recruitment, and the funny story of why he didn't commit to Duke. He also discusses the tough first years under Billy Gillispie, the transition to John Calipari, and the first time he saw John Wall, DeMarcus Cousins and Eric Bledsoe in practice. He also discussed the legacy of that 2010 team, Calipari's decade at Kentucky and what he is up to during quarantine.

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NFL Draft thoughts + Mark Pope joins the show Apr 23, 2020

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It's Thursday and you know what that means: An all new edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron is joined by his good friend Nick Coffey to talk all things NFL Draft, before Aaron welcomes BYU head coach and former Kentucky Wildcat Mark Pope to the show (the interview was recorded before Matt Haarms announced that he would choose between Kentucky and BYU earlier this week). Here is a rundown of the show:

NFL Draft thoughts with Nick Coffey: Aaron welcomes his old buddy Nick Coffey to the show for a wide-ranging catch up. The guys talk about attending sporting events post-coronavirus and the G-League path and Jalen Green. Then they turn their attention to the NFL Draft. Is there any real reason to pass on Tua? And will Joe Burrow ever actually be one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL?

Mark Pope joins the show: Next up, Mark Pope joins the show for a fun, long form interview. The guys discuss his playing days at Kentucky, why Pope calls them "some of the best years of his life" and why no one presses anymore. Then he discusses his time in med school after his playing career, before he transitioned into his coaching. Finally, he discusses this season at BYU, and why it was so disappointing the Cougars never had a chance to play in the NCAA Tournament (Note: This interview was recorded before BYU and Kentucky became finalists for Matt Haarms).

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The Last Dance + One and Done staying + Rick Barnes joins the show Apr 20, 2020

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It's Monday and you know what that means -- an all new Aaron Torres Podcast! Aaron opens the show by talking about the Michael Jordan documentary, and then moves to the one and done rule potentially staying and the latest on the G-League. Then, Tennessee coach Rick Barnes joins the show for a candid interview. Here is a complete rundown of today's show:

MJ Documentary + Is the One and Done rule here to stay?: Aaron opens the show by recapping a busy weekend in sports -- highlighted by the new Michael Jordan documentary. He shares his quick thoughts before moving to the other big news of the day, the "One and Done" rule potentially staying as is. He discusses what he's heard and why he believes most NBA people actually like the rule. He then raises more questions about the new G-League path and whether the NBA is really committed to it long-term.

Rick Barnes joins the show: Next up, Rick Barnes joins the show, for a fun and engaging interview. Barnes talks about his early days in coaching and what motivates him to this day, and his "unusual" methods of motivating Grant Williams. He also discussed coaching Kevin Durant at Texas and why next year might be his best team at Tennessee yet!

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Johnny Juzang Transfers + Shaka Smart Returns + Tiger King recap with Nick Coffey Mar 30, 2020

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It is an episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast unlike any you've ever heard! Aaron opens the show talking college hoops (no surprise there) but is then joined by his buddy Nick Coffey for the most extensive Tiger King recap you'll hear anywhere. This is an episode you do not want to miss, and here is the full rundown:

Johnny Juzang, Mason Jones and Shaka Smart headline the weekend news: Aaron opens with a whiparound of the biggest stories across college hoops from the weekend. He explains why Johnny Juzang's transfer is more complicated than you think, and why fans shouldn't blame him for leaving Kentucky. He explains why Mason Jones leaving Arkansas is the first big NBA Draft declaration to shake up college hoops for 2021 and why coronavirus saved Shaka Smart's job. Also, why the SEC is on a recruiting run the likes of which the league has never seen.

Nick Coffey joins for a full-fledged "Tiger King" recap: It's the moment you've been waiting for, as Nick Coffey joins Aaron for the most extensive "Tiger King" recap you've heard anywhere. The guys discuss the "big cat subculture," the riveting stars of the show, and their favorite obscure characters and moments. They also talk about why Joe Exotic is so damn riveting, and why they both secretly like Jeff Lowe. Finally, they discuss the shocking ending, and if there is more to come down the road. Caution: MAJOR spoilers ahead.

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Way Too Early Top 25 + "The Scheme" Director Pat Kondelis Mar 26, 2020

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It's Thursday and you know what that means: An all new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Aaron opens the show by discussing his "Way Too Early Top 25" for college hoops in 2021, before welcoming in Pat Kondelis, the director of the new film "The Scheme" about Christian Dawkins and the FBI trial in college basketball. Here is a full rundown of today's show:

Aaron discusses his Way Too Early Top 25: Aaron opens the show by discussing his "Way Too Early Top 25" for next college basketball season which he released on KSR earlier this week. He explains why the NBA Draft process may actually help college basketball, before talking about the best teams, and how decisions like Immanuel Quickley and Mason Jones could impact the 2021 season. Also, after breaking down his Top 5, he discusses teams that he thinks could surprise, including UCLA, Tennessee, Arkansas and UConn.

Pat Kondelis, Director of "The Scheme" joins the show: Finally, Aaron welcomes on Pat Kondelis, the director of "The Scheme" the new documentary about Christian Dawkins and the college basketball FBI trials to the show. The two discuss Pat's relationship with Christian Dawkins and why he isn't the person many people think. Also, they discuss the wiretapped phone calls with Will Wade and Sean Miller and the implications that could come with them.

Also, Aaron gives his audience a homework assignment for the weekend!

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Sports Law expert Dan Lust on the legal impact of coronavirus and sports Mar 23, 2020

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It's Monday and Aaron has a very special episode for you, as legal expert Dan Lust joins him to talk about all the legal issues surrounding sports and the coronavirus. What risk do the leagues take in playing games? When will sports come back? Which sports will come back first? And what about the NBA Draft? Aaron covers it all, in one of the most fascinating conversations ever had on the podcast.

Catching up with Nick Coffey: First though, Aaron welcomes his old friend, Nick Coffey to the show. The guys talk about how quickly the world has flipped on its head, to attending sporting events with fans to being in quarantine one week later. Also, how are the guys passing the time in quarantine? Finally, they discuss a little about Rick Pitino's move to Iona, the hire itself, and the success he may (or may not) have. Finally, could the NCAA come down on Pitino before he ever gets things going at his new job?

Attorney and Sports Law Expert Dan Lust: Aaron welcomes on sports law expert Dan Lust for one of the most captivating interviews he has ever done for the show. The guys discuss all the legal ramifications of the coronavirus from leagues shutting down, to the threat of an outbreak happening once they re-open. Also, is there any way the NBA Draft can go on as planned, and is it possible that NFL games are played without fans this season?

It is a fascinating interview, one you don't want to miss.

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Could Coronavirus Uncertainty Help College Basketball? Plus Rivals' Corey Evans Mar 19, 2020

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It's Thursday and a new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast is live! Aaron talks about how coronavirus uncertainty could actually help college basketball, as well as Rick Pitino's comments that he "deserved to be fired." Then Rivals.com's Corey Evans joins the show to discuss the wide-ranging impact of coronavirus across the college basketball landscape.

How coronavirus uncertainty could help college basketball: Aaron opens the show by discussing how coronavirus uncertainty could help college basketball. With the NBA Draft process so in flux, is it possible that more players choose to stay in college for another season? Aaron then discusses the news that winter sports athletes likely aren't going to get another year of eligibility, and finally wraps by discussing Rick Pitino saying that he "deserved to get fired" during a recent interview.

Corey Evans joins the show: Aaron is welcomed by Rivals recruiting analyst Corey Evans. Corey discusses the wide-ranging impact of coronavirus on the sport, from its impact on the coaching carousel, to transfer market and the NBA Draft process. Plus, could corona uncertainty actually impact where certain high school seniors attend college, specifically Texas high school star Greg Brown?

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