The Assembly Call IU Basketball Podcast and Postgame Show

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[502] AC Radio: IU-Arkansas Film Session and Keys to Victory Mar 22, 2019

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This week on Assembly Call Radio, we highlight then great work being done by @TheMopLady, dive into a film session and keys to victory for Saturday's game against Arkansas, and then discuss why Indiana will (or won't) be a better shooting team and will (or won't) be better at starting halves.
All of that and more on this week's edition of Assembly Call Radio.
On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and Ben Ladner
(Music provided by Bob Thompson -- die-hard Hoosier fan and longtime Assembly Call listener.)
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Recent NIT History Not on IU's Side in Round 2 Rematch with Arkansas Mar 21, 2019

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In today's edition of Banner Morning:
• Gameday info for IU-Arkansas.
• The main reason why the first meeting between these two teams may not tell us much about the rematch.
• What recent NIT history suggests is the likely outcome for this game (hint: it's not good for Indiana).
• 5 IU players were named Academic All-Big Ten.
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We'll be back tomorrow with a new edition of Banner Morning. Until then, keep your elbows in and your eyes on the rim, and go Hoosiers.

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[501] IU-Saint Francis Postgame Show: Improved Effort, Approach Lead to Dominant 2nd Half Mar 20, 2019

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On Tuesday night, Indiana fell behind by six points at halftime of its NIT opener before emerging from the locker room with a renewed commitment to playing hard and getting the ball inside. It worked, as the Hoosiers outscored Saint Francis by 23 points in the second half.
After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.
On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and Coach
Among the topics discussed:
— How Indiana's approach on offense early in the second half set the tone for a dominant 20 minutes.
— It was a tale of two halves for Juwan Morgan, and Indiana ebbed and flowed as he did.
— Al Durham stepped into the void left by Romeo Langford's absence and was productive behind the arc and driving to the basket.
— Why this was a solid in-game performance from Archie Miller, who pushed the right buttons to guide his team past their initial malaise
— Wait -- did Coach really have high praise for Devonte Green on a night when he shot 4-13 from the field?
— Why the second half showed more reasons why IU fans should be excited about Rob Phinisee, even if everyone needs to try their best to stay patient with him.
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.
(Music provided by Bob Thompson -- die-hard Hoosier fan and longtime Assembly Call listener.)
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[500] Banner Monday: Mailbag, Big Ten Roundup, Saint Francis Preview Mar 18, 2019

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On this week's edition of Banner Monday, we answer your questions, discuss IU and the Big Ten with Mike Decourcy, and preview Indiana's first round opponent in the NIT.
• [2:30] Jerod tries to make sense of the NIT actually representing a small step forward for Indiana. Then Ryan joins to help answer your questions in this week's mailbag.
• [35:09] Mike DeCourcy stops by to discuss his thoughts on IU and provide insight on the rest of the Big Ten and how the conference was treated by the Selection Committee. Also included in this segment is Jerod's preview of IU-Saint Francis, which includes several reasons why the Hoosiers should dominant ... and one specific skill the Red Storm possess that could potentially give Indiana trouble if the Hoosiers aren't locked in and ready to go.
(Music provided by Bob Thompson -- die-hard Hoosier fan and longtime Assembly Call listener.)
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[499] Selection Sunday Special Edition: NCAA and NIT Bracket Reaction Mar 18, 2019

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Soon after Indiana was announced as a 1-seed in the NIT Tournament, we convened our panel of expert bracketologists (plus special guest Galen Clavio from Crimson Cast) to react to this nail-biting and ultimately disappointing Selection Sunday for IU fans.
Coach Tonsoni, Andy, and Galen provided their reactions to the NCAA Tournament bracket -- where they think the committee got it right, where the committee got it wrong, and what it means for how coaches may schedule moving forward.
And spend a good chunk of time talking about Indiana's NIT bid. We discussed how we'll approach it as fans, how we hope the team approaches it, and why it's a fraught but potentially rewarding opportunity for the team.

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[498] IU-Ohio State Postgame Show: Despite Devonte's Heroics, Another Bitter BTT Defeat Mar 14, 2019

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On Thursday afternoon, Indiana added another chapter to its ever-thickening tome of Big Ten Tournament disappointments. Despite a remarkable shooting performance from Devonte Green, Ohio State delivered a tough, mature performance that was too much for Indiana to overcome.
After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.
On the mics: Jerod and Ryan.
Among the topics discussed:
— Why the play of Devonte Green and, to a lesser extent, De'Ron Davis, was one of the positive takeaways for IU fans already looking toward next season.
— The inability of Romeo and Juwan to exert their will on the game for any extended stretch.
— Why one of the key factors in this game was Ohio State having mature senior guards, and Indiana relying on young players who weren't able to rise to the occasion.
— The impact of Kaleb Wesson's return, and why Ohio State's game plan was better and more properly executed than Indiana's.
— Props for Al Durham and Evan Fitzner, even in a losing effort.
— What happened to Rob Phinisee and Justin Smith?
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.
(Music provided by Bob Thompson -- die-hard Hoosier fan and longtime Assembly Call listener.)
NEED IU GEAR?
You will find the comfiest and most unique IU apparel at http://homefieldApparel.com, the new collegiate sports brand developed by our friends and long-time sponsors at Hoosier Proud.
And at http://hoosierproud.com, you will still find the best state-of-Indiana-themed apparel, plus our official Assembly Call logo t-shirts, while sending 10% of your purchase to causes around Indiana like Habitat for Humanity of Greater Indianapolis.
Use the promo code ACBIGTEN at checkout at either site to get 20% off your first purchase.

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3 Reasons to Believe Indiana Will Avenge Its February Loss to Ohio State Mar 14, 2019

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In today's edition of Banner Morning:
• IU-Ohio State gameday information.
• These are two evenly matched teams.
• 3 reasons to believe this result will be better for Indiana than the first game.
For the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com.
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We'll be back tomorrow with a new edition of Banner Morning. Until then, keep your elbows in and your eyes on the rim, and go Hoosiers.

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These Trusted Bracketologists Have Indiana IN ... But Don't Get Too Comfortable Mar 13, 2019

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In today's edition of Banner Morning:
• Romeo earns more postseason accolades.
• Devonte Green has been on a tear.
• 3 trusted bracketologists have Indiana in the field as of today, but that shouldn't give IU fans a false sense of security.
For the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com.
And remember to use the URL iutickets.shop to visit SeatGeek for the best prices on IU basketball tickets. That’s iutickets.shop, promo code ASSEMBLY for $10 off your first purchase.
We'll be back tomorrow with a new edition of Banner Morning. Until then, keep your elbows in and your eyes on the rim, and go Hoosiers.

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B201: Indiana's Transition Offense versus Wisconsin Mar 12, 2019

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In this week's edition of Basketball 201, Ben and Jerod reflect on Indiana's transition offense against Wisconsin, look at an example of good halfcourt offense from the first Ohio State game, and also spend some time discussing Rob Phinisee's notable strengths ... and even how he projects to the next level.
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcbcfQ3gUV4
Watch our previous episode about IU's performance against Ohio State: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Redljv3CdU

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Juwan and Romeo Earn Big Ten Honors (Plus: A Stat the Selection Committee Needs to See) Mar 12, 2019

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In today's edition of Banner Morning:
• Juwan Morgan was named co-Big Ten Player of the Week.
• Juwan and Romeo both made it onto the All Big Ten teams.
• Ohio State is getting its star back.
• Someone make sure the selection committee sees this stat about Indiana's record with and without De'Ron Davis.
• Happy birthday to one of the best IU big men of all time.
For the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com.
And remember to use the URL iutickets.shop to visit SeatGeek for the best prices on IU basketball tickets. That’s iutickets.shop, promo code ASSEMBLY for $10 off your first purchase.
We'll be back tomorrow with a new edition of Banner Morning. Until then, keep your elbows in and your eyes on the rim, and go Hoosiers.

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