The Assembly Call IU Basketball Podcast and Postgame Show

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IU-Purdue Postgame Show: Historically Bad Offense Negates Solid Defensive Effort Feb 28, 2020

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On Thursday night, Indiana fell yet again to Purdue. The Hoosiers played solid defense for most of the night, but a woefully inept offensive performance from everyone on the roster left Indiana with little chance of stealing a road victory.
After the game, our crew broke it all down on this edition of The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.
On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and Coach
Among the topics discussed:
— Why Race Thompson's play was, yet again, one of the bright spots for Indiana
— How much credit do the Hoosiers get for fighting back in the 2nd half?
— What went wrong with Trayce Jackson-Davis and Indiana's offense.
— Issues with the coaching from offensive strategy to lineup decisions (with some kudos for the defense).
— The tantalizing second half stretch from Rob Phinisee in the midst of yet another disappointing game.
— How Indiana lost yet another game to Purdue thanks to a stretch in which it got out-toughed and out-executed.
We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, including an extra cranky AC After Dark, on this edition of The Assembly Call.
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Banner Monday: Mike DeCourcy on IU, Trayce, and Why the Big Ten is Not Overrated Feb 24, 2020

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On this week's edition of Banner Monday, Mike DeCourcy tells us what he learned about IU this past week, whether Trayce has Freshman of the Year locked up, how he power ranks the top of the conference, and why the Big Ten absolutely is not overrated.
All that and much more.

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IU-Penn State Postgame Show: The Race Thompson Breakout Tour Continues Feb 23, 2020

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On Sunday afternoon, Indiana defeated Penn State to earn its third win in the last four games. The Hoosiers led by as many as 19 points early, then fell behind by six in the second half, before reasserting control and making winning plays down the stretch. It was yet another breakout performance by Race Thompson.
After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.
On the mics: Jerod, Coach, and Ryan
Among the topics discussed:
— The massive plays by Race and Jerome once Indiana fell behind by six in the second half.
— Why this was one of the most impressive outings of the season from Trayce, even if his numbers weren't particularly efficient.
— The big bounceback performance by IU's guards.
— Why on earth does Joey Brunk continue to start games and second halves?
— The huge closing plays made by Justin Smith down the stretch.
— Why Archie Miller deserves a ton of credit for getting this season turned back around.
We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.

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AC Radio: What IU Needs to Make the Tournament (And Even Win a Game or Two) Feb 21, 2020

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This week on Assembly Call Radio, we discuss four things that need to happen for Indiana to not just make the NCAA Tournament but actually make a little noise once they get there.
We also discuss Indiana's defensive adjustment against Minnesota, look ahead to Penn State on Sunday, and answer a mailbag full of questions including what we'd like to bottle from the Minnesota game for the rest of the season and who we'd want taking a last-second shot with a tournament berth on the line.
All that and much more on this edition of The Assembly Call.
On the mics: Jerod, Andy Phillips, and Randy Bottoms

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IU-Minnesota Postgame Show: Hoosiers Earn Huge Road Win at The Barn Feb 20, 2020

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After Wednesday night's game, the Assembly Call team broke down a huge performance from Trayce Jackson-Davis, a near double-double from Race Thompson, and a few coaching adjustments, all of which contributed to a much-needed road victory for the Hoosiers.
On the mics: Ryan, Coach, and Andy

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Banner Monday: Mike DeCourcy on IU's Struggles, Maryland's Surge, and if Penn State is Built to Last Feb 17, 2020

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On this week's edition of Banner Monday, Mike DeCourcy joins us to discuss Indiana's struggles (and what Archie should be willing to do about it), the subtleties of Maryland's surge, whether Pat Chambers is building something lasting at Penn State ... and how to keep your long-term relationships happy and joyful. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

IU-Michigan Postgame Show: Another Give-Up Effort From Indiana Feb 16, 2020

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On Sunday afternoon, Indiana delivered one the worst defensive performance of the Archie Miller era. The Hoosiers were within five early in the second half before getting blitzed by Michigan in a second half demolition that has become all too familiar for IU fans.
After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.
On the mics: Jerod (barely), Ryan, and ChatMob Chad
Among the topics discussed:
— Trying to diagnose why this keeps happening to Indiana
— The small bright spots provided by De'Ron and Al on the offensive end
— Why does Archie keep doing the same thing and expecting a different result?
— Why Michigan is a particularly bad matchup for Indiana's defense, especially with the personnel Indiana kept putting on the floor.
And a bunch of other stuff, but really it all comes back to the same thing: why does this keep happening and who is fault? There is no easy answer, but we do our best to figure it out.
We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.
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IU-Iowa Postgame Show: Riveting Stuff From Devonte Green Feb 14, 2020

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On Thursday night, Indiana faced what felt like a must-win game against the high-octane Iowa Hawkeyes, and the Hoosiers responded. Devonte Green lit Iowa up for seven 3-pointers, and Trayce Jackson-Davis showed that he has as much heart and hustle as he does talent and athleticism. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.
On the mics: Jerod, Ryan, and Andy
Among the topics discussed:
— Why the timing of Devonte's two 3-point barrages was so important.
— The power of Trayce and Race playing together. (With a little bit of De'Ron sprinkled in for good measure.)
— How Al Durham's contributions transcended his statistical production.
— The good and bad for Rob Phinisee.
— The importance of Indiana's perimeter defense, which kept the Hawkeyes' outside shooting in check.
— And why the technical foul on Jerome Hunter was a bullcrap call.
We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.
And we dedicate this show to Ed Campbell, a longtime IU fan who passed away earlier this week. Rest in peace, Ed.
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Banner Monday: Mike DeCourcy on Bob Knight, IU, and the Big Ten Blender Feb 10, 2020

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On this week's edition of Banner Monday, Mike DeCourcy gives his thoughts on Bob Knight's return, Indiana's dreadful performance against Purdue, and then talks about the "blender" that most Big Ten teams are struggling to navigate.
Jerod hangs around for a bit after to provide a few lingering thoughts from the weekend trip to Bloomington.

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Live IU-Purdue Postgame Show at Switchyard: Bob Knight is Back; Indiana Basketball is Not Feb 09, 2020

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What a day Saturday turned out to be.
Indiana hosted Purdue in a pivotal Big Ten matchup, and the Hoosiers were outplayed by Purdue en route to a 74-62 loss. The biggest storyline of the game, of course, was what happened at halftime when Bob Knight made his first return to Assembly Hall since being fired.
After the game, the Assembly Call crew and some good friends hosted a live show at Switchyard Brewing breaking down the game, discussing the meaning of Knight's return, and answering audience questions.
On the mics: Jerod, Andy, Ryan, and Coach ... plus Galen Clavio and the Hoosier Hysterics
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