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No. 25 Rutgers vs. St. Peter's game preview Nov 11, 2024

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The Scarlet Knights (1-0) host the Peacocks (0-2) on Monday, November 11 at 7:00 p.m. ET airing live on BTN+. Rutgers is No. 60 in KenPom, St. Peter's is No. 216. Preview topics include building consistency and an identity in game two is important for RU, as is taking advantage of the weaknesses of their opponent. Ace Bailey remains day to day and is questionable to play in this game. Continuing to establish the rotation is key as well.

Rutgers shows what the program is made of in comeback win over Minnesota Nov 10, 2024

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My reaction to Rutgers ending its four game losing streak with a gutty comeback victory against a red hot Minnesota on Saturday. There were many individual standout performances, the defense stepped up when it mattered most, Athan Kaliakmanis delivered a spirited performance against his former team and the character of the program showed through in a big way.

Olivia Bodmer discusses epic performance in goal for Rutgers ahead of B1G Championship game Nov 09, 2024

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One day after the Scarlet Knights advanced past No. 4 USC in the Big Ten semifinals, goalkeeper Olivia Bodmer joins the podcast to discuss the moment. After trailing 1-0 and down one player early in the second half, Bodmer and her teammates persevered to come back and ultimately advance to the fourth B1G title game in program history. Bodmer made seven saves in regulation and three saved in the penalty shootout. Rutgers will now face UCLA for the Big Ten championship on Sunday, November 10 at 1 pm ET on BTN #rutgers

Can Rutgers flip momentum against Minnesota? Nov 08, 2024

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The Scarlet Knights look to end a four game losing streak and change the narrative on the season coming off a bye week. The Gophers come to Piscataway with a four game winning streak and will be a tough out. This game preview includes keys to victory, what to watch for, the familiarity of these two programs, why the response of Rutgers will tell us a lot about the rest of the season and much more. Minnesota at Rutgers kicks off at noon ET on Saturday, November 9 airing live on NBC.

Big picture thoughts on Rutgers hoops after first win + Olympic sports updates Nov 07, 2024

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Some extended thoughts not covered in my rapid reaction including the passing ability Rutgers showed as a team, generating offense from its defense and making strides in Steve Pikiell's system, some additional details that were notable by certain players and more. Plus updates on multiple Rutgers programs including women's soccer and field hockey earning Big Ten Tournament wins and women's hoops season underway.

Rapid reaction to Rutgers' 75-52 win over Wagner Nov 07, 2024

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A full breakdown of the season opening victory including stats, key takeaways, standout performances and encouraging signs for this team.

Rutgers vs. Wagner - Game No. 1 Preview Nov 05, 2024

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The Scarlet Knights host the Seahawks in the 2024-2025 men's basketball season opener at the RAC at 6:00 p.m. ET airing live on the Big Ten Network. This game preview dives into what to watch for with Rutgers including big picture signs like playing together, fundamentally sound defense, asserting control, rotations and lineups as well as sharing the basketball. Most importantly, building positive momentum at the beginning of the season with a victory.

Rutgers basketball season projections for player minutes/stats, key questions and record predictions Nov 05, 2024

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A full breakdown of player projections for the rotation, minutes, stats, roles, areas that could make this team special, areas of concern, key questions for both, regular season record prediction and what the ceiling for this team can ultimately be. #rutgersbasketball

Rutgers men's basketball 2024-2025 season preview with Jerry Carino Oct 31, 2024

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The dean of the college basketball beat in New Jersey returns to discuss in-depth the most anticipated Rutgers hoops season in the modern era. The star power of Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper, the veteran transfers surrounding them, Steve Pikiell's ability to navigate the outside noise and press all the right buttons as well as whether this team can fulfill its potential are topics of discussion plus more.

PJ Hayes on his journey to Rutgers, 3-point shooting & the season ahead Oct 30, 2024

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Sharpshooting transfer wing PJ Hayes goes in-depth on his lifelong basketball journey, making the jump from Division II to the West Coast Conference to the Big Ten, how he's perfected his shot mechanics, the unique chemistry of this Rutgers team, what they need to do to achieve their potential this season and much more.

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