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Wednesday 3/26 - Pacers v. Lakers Preview, Tony Adragna, + Brian Neubert Join! Mar 26, 2025

Show notes

00:00 – 9:37 – Pacers take on the Lakers tonight at 7:30ET. Kevin Bowen, James Boyd, and Jeff Rickard start off the morning previewing what is to come for this game. They also get into headlines around the league including Damian Lillard out indefinitely for the season, Daniel Jones’ contract with the Colts, and MLB Opening Day.

9:37 – 15:23 – Morning Checkdown

15:23 – 41:50 – What does the injury report look like for tonight’s Pacers v. Lakers? The Bucks announced that Damian Lillard will be out for the season due to a blood clot in his leg. What does the playoff picture look like for the Pacers? They finish out this first hour talking about the NFL, roster moves around the league, and Daniel Jones addition to the Colts.

41:50 – 1:05:00 – Kevin, James and Jeff share their thoughts on Darian DeVries ahead of their conversation with Tony Adragna. Then, they talk about the transfer portal and what this means for college players and their career.

Morning Checkdown

1:05:00 – 1:22:36 – Indiana Elite Basketball’s Tony Adragna joins the show with input on Darian DeVries being the new Hoosiers coach, where he thinks the program will be moving in this new era, and to talk about the IU players that have joined the transfer portal.

1:22:36 – 1:26:51 – JB, KB, and Jeff talk about the Pacers v. Lakers game, broadcasts to watch/listen, tickets to see the game, and the energy and expectations of the game for tonight.

1:26:51 –1:48:04 – The beginning of this hour is dedicated to keys of the game for tonight’s Pacers and Lakers matchup. Then, they turn to talking about the “uncomfortability” that is needed on the Colts roster to succeed.

Morning Checkdown

1:48:04 – 2:04:38 – What is needed from Purdue in this Sweet 16 game against Houston? Brian Neubert of Gold & Black Illustrated and GoldandBlack.com joins the show to give his thoughts on keys to the game, expectations from the players, and the comparison to Houston’s play style. He also gives insight on Matt Painter’s announcement of taking advantage of the transfer portal, and what that could mean for Purdue’s roster and future.

2:04:38 – 2:12:03 – Jiffy Lube Stat of the Day, which leads to some reminiscing for Kevin, James and Jeff. They finish off the show talking about the playoff chances for the Pacers, and last thoughts for the game tonight.

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Brian Neubert on Purdue's Sweet 16 Run, Use of the Transfer Portal Mar 26, 2025

Show notes

What is needed from Purdue in this Sweet 16 game against Houston? Brian Neubert of Gold & Black Illustrated/GoldandBlack.com joins the show to give his thoughts on keys to the game, expectations from the players, and insight on Houston’s play style. He also gives insight on Matt Painter’s announcement of taking advantage of the transfer portal, and what that could mean for Purdue’s roster and future.

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Best of Wednesday 3/26 - Purdue’s Sweet 16 Run & Future Use of the Transfer Portal, Hoosiers’ New Coach, Pacers v. Lakers Preview Mar 26, 2025

Show notes

00:00 – 16:23 – What is needed from Purdue in this Sweet 16 game against Houston? Brian Neubert of Gold & Black Illustrated/GoldandBlack.com joins the show to give his thoughts on keys to the game, expectations from the players, and insight on Houston’s play style. He also gives insight on Matt Painter’s announcement of taking advantage of the transfer portal, and what that could mean for Purdue’s roster and future.

16:23 – 30:39 – Indiana Elite Basketball’s Tony Adragna joins the show with input on Darian DeVries being the new Hoosiers coach, where he thinks the program will be moving in this new era, and to talk about the IU players that have joined the transfer portal.

30:39 – 46:19 – JB, KB, and Jeff talk about keys to tonight’s Pacers v. Lakers game, broadcasts to watch/listen, tickets to see the game, and the expectations of the game for tonight.

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Best of Tuesday 3/25 - Pacers’ 5th Straight Win, MLB Opening Day Upcoming, Transfer Portal Open Mar 25, 2025

Show notes

00:00 – 18:38 – Pacers’ Rick Carlisle joins the show. He gives his input on the Purdue v. Houston debate, shares his experience with college basketball this season, and his thoughts on the transfer portal. He then shares about player performance, the great players he’s been honored to coach, and the work he’s looking to do with the team through the rest of the season.

18:39 – 33:41 – IndyStar’s Joel A. Erickson joins to talk about all things MLB opening day, who he will be rooting for through the season, and Colts’ draft input and what they should be doing to set up for the season.

33:42 – 40:10 – The transfer portal for Men’s College Basketball opened yesterday. KB, JB and Jeff share their thoughts on the timeline change of the portal and how it has affected the league.

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Tuesday 3/25 - Pacers Beat Timberwolves, Carlisle Joins, Basketball Transfer Portal Opens + More! Mar 25, 2025

Show notes

00:00 – 8:50 – Pacers beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-103. Kevin Bowen, James Boyd, and Jeff Rickard begin the show recapping the game and previewing what’s to come over the next few hours with the show – including Rick Carlisle joining next hour.

8:50 – 17:44 – Morning Checkdown

17:44 – 42:12 – Jeff talks about the boys’ basketball coaches of Jeffersonville and Fishers that he met during the IHSAA press day and reflects on their personalities and attitudes that make him, as a parent, feel confident in the experience the kids are getting on their teams. They finish the hour talking NBA, Lakers’ performance, and where the Pacers may end up placing in the playoffs. UPDATE on KB’s poll on who IU fans will be rooting for in the Purdue v. Houston game on Saturday.

42:12 – 1:11:09 – Pacers’ Rick Carlisle joins the show. He gives his input on the Purdue v. Houston debate, shares his experience with college basketball this season, and his thoughts on the transfer portal. He then shares about player performance, the great players he’s been honored to coach, and the work he’s looking to do with the team through the rest of the season.

Morning Checkdown

1:11:091 1:22:36 – JB shares about his interaction with Alex Golden of Setting the Pace and Obi Toppin about a moment in the game against the Timberwolves. They turn to talking about the draft for the Colts and who they would suggest adding to the roster.

1:22:36 – 1:27:52 – JB, KB, Jeff, and Fill-in Producer Kielynn go on pop culture rants, including the repetitive bits of March Madness, Jeff’s TV show obsession, and the worst Twitter/X post of 2025 according to KB.

1:25:52 –1:52:04 – IndyStar’s Joel A. Erickson joins to talk about all things MLB opening day, who he will be rooting for through the season, and Colts’ draft input and what they should be doing to set up for the season.

Morning Checkdown

1:52:04 – 2:03:17 – Jiffy Lube Stat of the Day / Is Cinderella of March Madness dead, or just asleep until next year? And a continuation of the transfer portal discussion.

1:59:29 – 2:10:27 – Is this the quietest night of sports entertainment? And they finish the show with last thoughts on the transfer portal, its timeline change, and how it affects teams and players across the board.

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Best of Monday 3/24 - Rob Blackman on Purdue’s Journey to the Sweet 16, KB’s IU Hate Poll, George Foreman Tribute Mar 24, 2025

Show notes

00:00 – 13:11 – Rob Blackman, voice of the Boilermakers, joins the Fan Morning Show and gives his thoughts on where Purdue is playing their best basketball and how they need to improve for their matchup with Houston in the Sweet 16.

13:11 – 17:13 – If you’re an IU fan, who are you rooting for in the Purdue – Houston matchup? KB tweets out a poll to get your input on it.

17:13 – 22:57 – A tribute is given to George Foreman around his passing, and how his remembrance has transcended his sport.

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Monday 3/24 - Purdue Headed to Sweet 16, Pacers Win Against Nets, & IHSAA Updates! Mar 24, 2025

Show notes

00:00 – 10:47 – Purdue move on to the Sweet 16! KB, James Boyd, and Jeff Rickard breakdown the Boilermakers’ win against McNeese, give their thoughts on any “Cinderellas” in the tournament, and even some debate on NIL’s role in the lack of upsets.

10:47 – 16:37 – Morning Checkdown

16:37 – 39:20 – The time that Purdue will be playing on Friday night was announced – get an extra cup of coffee for this one. They discuss who could be considered underdogs in the tournament. They recap and preview the IHSAA boys' basketball state matchups this weekend, and the Pacers’ win against the Nets and their game tonight against the Timberwolves. They finish the hour with their thoughts on how to teach your kid to drive, based off their personal experiences.

39:20 – 1:04:18 – Kevin, James and Jeff get into Purdue’s obstacles and advantages going into the Sweet 16. They turn to football and discuss Colts' off-season preparation, their roster, and moves around the league. Morning Checkdown

1:04:18 – 1:14:46 – A tribute is given to George Foreman around his passing, and how his remembrance has transcended his sport. If you’re an IU fan, who are you rooting for in the Purdue – Houston matchup? KB tweets out a poll to get your input on it.

1:14:46 – 1:25:57 – We get a checkup on the IU Hate poll. They share their thoughts on the Pacers’ performance, especially Bennedict Mathurin’s, in these past few wins, along with playoff predictions.

1:25:57 –1:49:47 – Rob Blackman, voice of the Boilermakers, joins the Fan Morning Show and gives his thoughts on where Purdue is playing their best basketball and how they need to improve for their matchup with Houston in the Sweet 16.Morning Checkdown

1:49:47 – 1:59:29 – MLB’s opening day is upcoming on Thursday. The March Madness continues with further talk on Purdue’s game against Houston and a look into the other games across the tournament.

1:59:29 – 2:10:27 – Jiffy Lube Stat of the Day / James’ adventure at Highland Middle School last Friday, and the most important questions the students had for JB.

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Best of Friday 3/21: Purdue advances and gets McNeese, Bobby Riddell joins + Tourney thoughts, Greg Rakestraw & I GOTTA KNOW! Mar 21, 2025

Show notes

00:00 – 13:18 – Purdue tops High Point and advances to take on McNeese, Pacers beat the Nets in an ugly but wild game, best game of Day 1 of March Madness

13:19 – 24:52 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses the best semi-state game this weekend, his hoops thoughts, not filling out a bracket this year, the Indy Eleven/USL

24:53 – 38:58 – Purdue’s Bobby Riddell joins us to discuss Purdue’s win over High Point yesterday, the Colvin dunk, the best dunker he played with, previewing McNeese, what the rest of his day looks like

38:59- 49:38 - We play I GOTTA KNOW: Have the Colts done enough to make you want to buy season tickets, what sport do you wish you were better at, rather win a bracket pool or fantasy football, best impressions we can do

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Friday 3/21: Purdue advances, Day 1 Tourney thoughts + Pacers win again! Mar 21, 2025

Show notes

00:00 – 13:17 – Purdue tops High Point and advances to take on McNeese, Pacers beat the Nets in an ugly but wild game, best game of Day 1 of March Madness

13:18 – 23:38 – Morning Checkdown

23:39 – 41:37 – Purdue survives High Point, Trey Kaufman-Renn’s fouls, getting ready for McNeese, Pacers win again and Bennedict Mathurin’s post-game interview was outstanding, concern for Haliburton’s back injury?

41:38 – 55:37 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses the best semi-state game this weekend, his hoops thoughts, not filling out a bracket this year, the Indy Eleven/USL, the Darian DeVries hire and what it could look like, Purdue’s win over High Point, Morning Checkdown

55:38 – 1:02:43 – Can Purdue avoid an upset against McNeese and punch a ticket to the Sweet 16 in Lucas Oil Stadium?, IU/Purdue rivalry is alive and well, Day 2 of the tournament

1:02:44 – 1:12:27 – Pacers potential, an insane Pacers stat

1:12:28 – 1:35:21– Purdue’s Bobby Riddell joins us to discuss Purdue’s win over High Point yesterday, the Colvin dunk, the best dunker he played with, previewing McNeese, what the rest of his day looks like, Day 2 matchups we’re most interested in, trampoline parks, Morning CheckdowN

1:35:22 – 1:46:03 – A couple double-digit seeds favored today, we play I GOTTA KNOW: Have the Colts done enough to make you want to buy season tickets, what sport do you wish you were better at

1:46:04 – 1:52:10 – POP QUIZ, wrapping the show

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Thursday 3/20: MARCH MADNESS BEGINS! + Purdue/High Point today, Pacers win another thriller & more! Mar 20, 2025

Show notes

00:00 – 15:25– March Madness has officially arrived! Pacers win another thriller, a wild way to win but one that isn’t sustainable, Darian DeVries meets the media, upsets we have in the first-round of the NCAA Tournament

15:26 – 21:35 – Morning Checkdown

21:36 – 43:22 – The excitement and relief of last night’s Pacers game, Darian DeVries introductory press conference with Indiana yesterday and calling it his “dream job”, March Madness bracket thoughts, Bennedict Mathurin’s impact on the Pacers

43:23 – 1:06:03 – Kevin is giddy for March Madness, Furman’s upset over Virginia in 2023, Purdue’s game against High Point this afternoon, new Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward discussing his free agency and how he originally thought he was going to New Orleans

1:06:04 – 1:16:55 – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins us and Kevin asks if he’d rather root for Purdue or Kelvin Sampson if the bracket plays out, the rivalries with Purdue and Kentucky, the locations for the four upcoming Indiana-Kentucky games starting in 2025, last night’s Pacers win over the Mavericks, Tyrese Haliburton’s back injury, getting close to Fever training camp

1:16:56 – 1:23:50– Is there anything better than March Madness these next two days?, our Final Fours

1:23:51 – 1:50:24– The Pacers pull another one out of their hat late, Bennedict Mathurin’s big play, Rick Carlisle on the win but being cautious of not being able to survive playing like this, Purdue getting ready for High Point today, the health of the Boilermakers, new IU coach Darian DeVries on recruiting high school vs. the transfer portal, Morning Checkdown

1:50:25 – 1:59:38– Scottie Scheffler’s Masters Dinner is phenomenal, going over our brackets, multi-view options, it’s sports Christmas

1:59:39 – 2:06:22 – Jiffy Lube Stat of the Day, Purdue/High Point today, what would a successful Purdue tournament run look like

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