Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

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Will MEDIOCRE ACC hurt Duke in NCAA Tourney?, a Cooper Flagg conspiracy theory+ finally some good news at Kentucky? Mar 04, 2025

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On today's show - Torres asks if the MEDICORE ACC will hurt Duke come tourney time plus he drops a Cooper Flagg conspiracy theory. Then he talks good news at Kentucky, the ACC sticking together... for a few more years + other odds and ends from the world of sports!

Will the MEDIOCRE ACC hurt Duke come NCAA Tournament time (2:00): Duke won again on Monday - but the ACC is terrible and may only send three teams to the Big Dance. Will the mediocre ACC hurt Duke once they get to March Madness?!

A Cooper Flagg conspiracy theory (18:00): From there, Torres talks more Cooper Flagg. There is speculation that he will return to college - well, that isn't happening. BUT Torres shares a conspiracy theory on why the NEXT generational superstar might turn down the NBA for another year of college basketball.

Kentucky gets good injury news + the ACC stays intact... for now (30:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show with two more stories, as Kentucky finally gets some GOOD injury news. Plus, it appears as though the ACC will stay intact ending realignment talk - but Torres says the end of the ACC is coming soon... and we may even know the date already!

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College Hoops Weekend REAX: Auburn-Kentucky, Bama-Tennessee | | Big 12 Risers | Arkansas dud | Bubble Movers Mar 03, 2025

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On today's show Torres rips through a MONSTER weekend of college hoops. Auburn makes its statement at Rupp, and how should we look at Year 1 of the Mark Pope era as Kentucky's injuries continue to mount. Then, did Tennessee's thrilling win shake up the No. 1 seed line. BYU and Texas Tech are Big 12 teams no one wants to see, Torres reacts to Arkansas dud + this weekend's bubble winners and losers

Auburn wins at Rupp, Tennessee buzzer beater tops Alabama (2:00): Torres opens the show talking two wild results in the SEC. He started with Auburn topping Kentucky, why this was another statement by the Tigers and should UK fans be mad at the Tigers celebrating on the court at Rupp Arena?! Then, a buzzer beater at Tennessee gives the Vols a win over hated rival Alabama. What does this mean for the No. 1 seed picture in the Big Dance.

Big 12 risers (): Next, Torres explains why a pair of Big 12 schools - Texas Tech and BYU - are OFFICIALLY the teams no one wants to see come NCAA Tournament time.

Arkansas gets destroyed + more bubble winners and losers (): Finally, Torres talks about Arkansas getting crushed by South Carolina and why it might not be as bad as it seems. Plus, who were the other bubble winners and losers of the weekend!

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Mid-Week College Hoops INSANITY: Buzzer beaters | Who's off the bubble? | Will Wade JOINS THE SHOW! Feb 28, 2025

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On today's show Torres recaps the CRAZIEST night of college hoops yet! Michigan State and Kentucky win by buzzer beater! Did Arkansas play itself off the bubble? What about Indiana and who hurt their bubble chances?! Torres also previews the BIG games this weekend, including Auburn at Kentucky and Alabama at Tennessee - and finally, McNeese coach Will Wade joins the show!!!!

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Does Rick Pitino have an argument as college hoops' GOAT? Matt Painter hypocrisy + big recruiting notes Feb 26, 2025

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On today's show Torres asks the question: Is Rick Pitino coach hoops' ACTUAL GOAT?! Plus, he talks Matt Painter's hypocrisy and Hubert Davis officially coming back to UNC. Plus, two VERY interesting recruiting twists - with Jai Lucas set to take the Miami job, are the Boozer twins coming with him?! And 5-star Nate Ament cuts his list!

Is Rick Pitino ACTUALLY college hoops GOAT (2:00): Earlier in the week, an expert labeled Rick Pitino the greatest college hoops coach of all-time. Does Pitino have an argument - as St. John's is just one win away from the Big East crown?!

Matt Painter hypocrisy + Hubert Davis returns (21:00): From there, Torres talks about some VERY interesting quotes from Purdue coach Matt Painter. He criticized Indiana fans - but should he worry about his own, out of control fans. Plus, Torres reads angry Purdue tweets. Also, Hubert Davis will return for another year at UNC - is that the right move?!

Two BIG recruiting notes (43:00): Finally, Torres wraps with two big recruiting notes. Five-star Nate Ament has cut his list to five - but is a new leader quietly emerging? Plus, Duke assistant Jai Lucas appears set to take the Miami job. Will five-star twins Cam and Cayden Boozer come with him?!

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College Hoops Weekend REAX: Duke, St. Johns make MSG statements | UConn's lost season | Arkansas/BYU big wins | Rick Pitino discusses Indiana coaching job Feb 24, 2025

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On today's show we talk about the best college hoops weekend of the year! Duke and St. John's both made statements at Madison Square Garden + Torres discusses UConn's lost season. Then, Arkansas and BYU pick up emphatic wins - are both off the bubble? And are both dangerous in March?! Finally, some VERY interesting sound on Rick Pitino - who is calling for a certain someone to get the Indiana job!

Duke and St. John's make MSG statements (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Duke and St. John's getting statements at Madison Square Garden just a few hours apart. Has Duke officially surpassed Auburn as the best team in college hoops?! And why St. John's continues to be one of the best stories in the sport.

UConn's lost season (18:00): From there, Torres talks about the other side of UConn-St. John's - as the Huskies get blown out by St. John's. Torres explains why it's quickly turning into a lost season - and why there is no fix coming before March.

Arkansas and BYU play themselves off the bubble?: From there, Torres talks about two of the wildest wins of Saturday. Arkansas stunned Missouri at Bud Walton and BYU beat Arizona in a thriller (30:00). Torres asks if both teams are officially off the bubble, why the Hogs are better than people realize and why fans shouldn't blame the refs for BYU's win (42:00).

Rick Pitino shares his thoughts on the Indiana coaching job (54:00): Finally, Rick Pitino shared his thoughts on the Indiana coaching job - and who they should hire?! Does Torres agree?! And will it actually happen?!

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NCAA Tournament/College Football Playoff Expansion are COMING and set to RUIN college sports, Wednesday Hoops Recap, Weekend Lookahead Feb 21, 2025

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On today's show Torres explains why NCAA Tournament and College Football Playoff expansion are coming and could RUIN college sports. Plus, a look at Wednesday night with big wins from Missouri and Kentucky, and time to panic at Alabama?! Finally, a preview of a LOADED weekend, including Kentucky-Alabama, Michigan State-Michigan, Iowa State-Houston, BYU-Arizona, UConn-St. John's AND MORE!

NCAA Tournament + College Football Playoff expansion are coming - and BAD for college sports (2:00): Torres opens the show with reports that both the NCAA Tournament and College Football Playoff expansion are coming. He explains what's next and why more expansion is BAD for college sports.

College hoops Wednesday night recap (26:00): From there, Torres reacts to a busy Wednesday night in college hoops. Missouri makes a statement against Alabama, and is it time for the Tide to panic. Arkansas *almost* gets another signature win - but needs to start closing out games. Plus, why Mark Pope is doing maybe his best coaching job the last few weeks, as Kentucky's injuries continue to mount!

Weekend preview (48:00): Finally, a preview of a LOADED weekend, including Kentucky-Alabama, Michigan State-Michigan, Iowa State-Houston, BYU-Arizona, UConn-St. John's AND MORE!

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BYU DESTROYS Kansas (Live reaction from Provo), Is Kansas dead? Rick Pitino's epic rant + final thoughts on Provo Feb 19, 2025

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On today's show Torres has reaction of BYU's DESTRUCTION of Kansas - LIVE from Provo. Plus, he talks Rick Pitino's epic rant, and his final thoughts on Provo, Utah!

Torres was LIVE in Provo for BYU's DESTRUCTION of Kansas (2:00): Torres was live in Provo for the biggest game and story of the night - as BYU DESTROYED Kansas 91-57. It proves that BYU - after a slow start - has the chance to have a special season and be a special program. Plus, why have things gotten so bad at Kansas - and can they be fixed?

Rick Pitino's EPIC rant (): From there, Torres talks about the viral Rick Pitino rant from St. John's docu-series on Vice - and why Pitino is singlehandedly bringing toughness and masculinity back to sports!

Finally, Torres wraps with final thoughts on Provo and explains why it's NOTHING like most people think it is.

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Saturday hoops recap: Auburn makes its statement against Bama, Kansas stinks again + Kentucky/UConn struggles Feb 17, 2025

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On today's show Torres reacts to a WILD college hoops Saturday. Talking Auburn's statement win over Alabama, and Kansas losing to a bad Utah team. Why do the Jayhawks stink so bad... again?! Finally, a UConn player makes a shocking statement after a loss, Kentucky gives away a loss to Texas and more from a busy day of hoops!

Auburn topples Alabama (3:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup as Auburn faced Alabama and beat them on the road! Torres explains why it's FULLY time to appreciate this Auburn team.

Why does Kansas stink so bad (17:00): While you were sleeping, Kansas lost at Utah - and is now 17-8 and in the middle of the pack in the Big 12. This is the second straight disappointing season for the Jayhawks and Torres thinks there's an OBVIOUS reason why.

A shocking comment by a UConn star (31:00): Next up, Torres talks about UConn's stunning loss to Seton Hall, the last place team in the Big East - and a stunning statement by star Alex Karban after the loss. Is it time to give up on the idea of this Huskies team reaching its potential.

Kentucky falls at Texas + the rest of the weekend in college hoops (40:00): Finally, Torres wraps by discussing the rest of the college hoops weekend. Kentucky falls at Texas - and here's the truth on how we should react to it. Plus, Houston topples Arizona in a Big 12 thriller, and a surprise team makes BIG moves in the Big Ten.

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Dan Dakich joins the show to talk Indiana coaching search + Kentucky injury history, Calipari's big tweak + Matt Patricia to Ohio State?! Feb 14, 2025

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On today's show Torres is welcomed by a very special guest - as former Indiana coach and media personality Dan Dakich joins the show to talk the Indiana coaching search! From there, Aaron talks a busy few days in college sports as John Calipari makes one of his famous tweaks, Kentucky has injury woes + Matt Patricia... to Ohio State?!

Dan Dakich joins the show to talk Indiana's coaching job (2:00): Torres opens the show with a special guest as former Indiana player, coach and now media member Dan Dakich joins the show. The guys talk the Indiana coaching search, is IU still a good job and his thoughts on Brad Stevens and other candidates. Plus, he tells INSANE Bob Knight stories.

The rest of a busy week in college basketball (43:00): From there, Torres talks about the best of a busy few days in college hoops. John Calipari implemented one of his famous "tweaks" and Arkansas keeps winning. Plus, a very bad injury update at Kentucky - will it hold them back the rest of the year. Finally, Torres reacts to the strange story that former Lions coach and Patriots assistant Matt Patricia is headed to Ohio State.

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Mid-Week HOOPS: Kentucky sweeps Tennessee, Liam McNeeley legacy game, Streaming hurting Big Ten + First look at Alabama-Auburn Feb 12, 2025

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Torres reacts to an insane Tuesday night in college hoops - as Kentucky sweeps Tennessee, as a promising trend emerges for UK. Plus, Liam McNeeley has a "legacy" game for UConn with 38 points in a must-win victory. Is the Big Ten being hurt by streaming? Plus, a first look at Saturday's MEGA showdown between Auburn and Alabama!

Kentucky sweeps Tennessee - and one positive emerges (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Kentucky sweeping Tennessee. Injuries are mounting - but Torres believes there are positives emerging that are more important.

Liam McNeeley legacy game at UConn (15:00): Next, Torres talks Liam McNeeley's huge night for UConn - as the freshman puts up 38 points in a must-win game for UConn. What's it mean for the rest of the season? Plus, some incredible audio from Dan Hurley!

Is Big Ten coverage being hurt by streaming (31:00): From there, Torres talks about three big games in the Big Ten that virtually no one watched - because they were all on streaming. Is a streaming only mid-week package hurting coverage of this league?

Finally, Torres has a first look at the HUGE game on Saturday between Alabama and Auburn. Who wins the No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup (44:00)

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