Locked On College Basketball

Locked On Podcast Network, Isaac Schade, Andy Patton

Locked On College Basketball podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of all the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info in college hoops. Hosted by Isaac Schade and Andy Patton, the Locked On College Basketball podcast provides your daily college basketball fix with big-name expert opinions, player and coach interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things college basketball. You’ll get all the heart-pounding action, buzzer-beating shots, and Cinderella stories that make college basketball so special. The Locked On College Basketball podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside every conference locker room. The Locked On College Basketball podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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22 episodes
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Today · 30 min
SHOCKING SETBACK: Illinois Star David Mirkovic Undergoes Foot Surgery, Season Hopes in JEOPARDY?!
Illinois Fighting Illini Basketball faces a setback as star big man David Mirkovic undergoes foot surgery, casting uncertainty over their high expectations for the upcoming NCAA season. With no clear timetable for Mirkovic’s return, can coach Brad Underwood and the Illini’s veteran-heavy roster maintain their projected top 5 status in the preseason rankings? The conversation focused on the impact of Mirkovic’s injury, Jeff Goodman’s reported 6-8 week recovery timeline, and which players must st
Yesterday · 32 min
BREAKOUT ALERT: Auburn's Owen Freeman & Alabama's Brandon Garrison Poised to EXPLODE This Season
Auburn Tigers look to resurrect Owen Freeman’s dominance as a Big Ten Freshman of the Year—can he lead a breakout campaign in the SEC under Coach Steven Pearl? Andy Patton and Isaac Schade break down Freeman’s journey from Iowa to Creighton and now Auburn, examining how his recovery from injuries and role in Auburn’s frontcourt could shape the Tigers’ season. Key discussion points highlight Brandon Garrison’s new opportunity with Alabama and Nate Oats' system, plus strategic questions around fro
Tuesday · 29 min
CHAOS: Arizona LANDS RJ Godfrey as Transfer Portal ruling ROCKS College Basketball | Indiana update!
Arizona Wildcats land Clemson transfer RJ Godfrey, reshaping their frontcourt and igniting Final Four buzz. Can Tommy Lloyd’s newest addition push Arizona into the nation’s top tier? Andy Patton and Leif Thulin dissect how Godfrey’s physicality and versatility fit with returners Mo Krivas and Ivan Kharchenkov, evaluating the Wildcats’ Big 12 title hopes and the team’s evolving roster construction.
Monday · 31 min
MAYHEM: Class of 2022 GRANTED 5th year, but CLARIFICATION halts transfer portal movement! Now what?
Judge Sweeney’s Colorado injunction shakes up college basketball as the entire Class of 2022 earns a 5th year of eligibility—yet transfer chaos and legal battles leave players and coaches scrambling. Will LSU, Texas Tech, and other top programs actually be able to fill roster spots, or are schools and athletes stuck in limbo as NCAA rules and state court rulings collide?
Friday · 29 min
BREAKTHROUGH: Mackenzie Mgbako’s Texas A&M ASCENT; Kam Williams PREPARES Big Jump for Kentucky
Texas A&M eyes an SEC breakout as Mackenzie Mgbako’s return to full health could unlock the Aggies’ high-octane Bucky Ball system. Is this the year Mgbako delivers on his top-10 pedigree? Hosts Andy Patton and Isaac Schade spotlight SEC, ACC, & best of the rest junior breakout candidates—including Kentucky’s Kam Williams, Pitt’s Jalil Bethea, and Stanford’s Austin Maurer—sharing why these under-the-radar players might dominate the college basketball landscape. Moving beyond the Power 5 - Sir M
July 30 · 31 min
BRACKET SET! Will Arizona & BYU help get Maui Invitational BACK to Being an ELITE MTE in 2026?
Southwest Maui Invitational matchups promise a deeper field as Arizona and BYU headline the bracket, aiming to restore excitement missing from last season. Isaac Schade breaks down marquee first-round games like Providence vs. VCU and explores how programs such as Clemson, Colorado State, and Ole Miss hope to make their mark in this storied college basketball event. Will Arizona claim yet another Maui crown, or can a sleeper team break through? Schade shifts focus to the newly released SEC bask
July 29 · 29 min
BREAKOUT: St. John's stars Ruben Prey and Ian Jackson poised to EXPLODE for Rick Pitino this year!
St. John’s Red Storm look primed for a Big East shakeup as juniors Ruben Prey and Ian Jackson headline breakout picks. Prey’s sharpshooting and expanded role following Donnie Freeman’s injury could transform the frontcourt, while Jackson’s scoring prowess and improved defense might unlock Coach Rick Pitino’s high-octane backcourt alongside Quinn Ellis and Tounde Yessoufou. Can this revamped lineup push St. John’s into the Big East elite?
July 28 · 31 min
INSIDER: Purdue's RELOADED backcourt after Braden Smith departure - are Boilermakers inevitable?
Purdue Basketball reloads after massive roster turnover, with the guard room eyeing Big Ten dominance yet again. Freshman Luke Ertel’s intensity and CJ Cox’s scoring surge spark optimism, while Daniel Jacobsen’s development and the uncertain frontcourt rotation pose key questions. Can Matt Painter’s new-look Boilermakers exceed expectations in a so-called “building block year”?
July 27 · 30 min
SHOCKER: Jamichael Stillwell FLIPS on UCF, Texas Tech could snag STAR forward in eligibility saga!
Texas Tech Red Raiders could shake up the Big 12 with a surprise frontcourt addition as Jamichael Stillwell eyes a last-minute move from UCF—possibly flipping the conference balance if granted a coveted fifth year of eligibility. Will Stillwell’s controversial switch to a conference rival elevate the Red Raiders despite uncertainty around JT Toppin’s return and Darrion Williams’ potential boomerang back to Lubbock?
July 24 · 30 min
BREAKOUT CANDIDATES: Jamarion Bateman & Paul Mbiya To Make Major IMPACT for Iowa State & Kansas
Big 12 contenders Iowa State and Kansas are betting big on rising sophomores to fuel their upcoming seasons. Can Jamarion Bateman step up to fill the Cyclones’ three-point shooting void left by Milan Momcilovic, and will Paul Mbiya anchor the Jayhawks’ frontcourt amidst roster uncertainty? Andy Patton and Isaac Schade spotlight top sophomore breakout candidates across the Big 12, SEC, and ACC, including Davion Hannah’s new role at South Carolina and London Jemison’s potential leap at Alabama. T
July 23 · 34 min
FLORIDA HOMECOMING: Miami Lands LJ Cason, the LONE Michigan Transfer - INTRIGUING 5-in-5 Case Study
Miami Hurricanes basketball land a major addition as LJ Cason transfers home from Michigan, igniting buzz about their 2026-27 ACC title hopes...but there are no guarantees he'll be ready to play. Can Jai Lucas’ new-look rotation—with standout talents like Acaden Lewis, Dante Allen, and (perhaps most importantly) Shelton Henderson—make Miami a force at the top of the conference? Isaac Schade and Alex Dono spotlight the Hurricanes’ strategic roster build, 5-and-5 eligibility quirks, and how Cason’
July 22 · 31 min
SOPHOMORE BREAKOUTS: Omer Mayer's BIG Shoes to Fill | Nik Khamenia: If you Can't Beat 'Em, Join 'Em
It's part 1 of our Sophomore Breakout Series! Andy Patton & Isaac Schade look at players in the Big Ten, Big East, & Best of the rest as breakout sophomores prepare to shake up the college hoops landscape. Purdue’s Omer Meyer and UConn’s Nik Khamenia headline the rising stars poised for major roles after strong freshman seasons and offseason roster changes. With departures like Braden Smith and Fletcher Loyer leaving gaps, can Matt Painter’s new backcourt and Dan Hurley’s latest UConn rotation k
July 21 · 27 min
SOFT: BYU reveals WEAK Non-Conference slate! Bruce Branch III, Rob Wright DESERVE more challenges!
BYU Cougars’ aggressive recruiting makes headlines, but are they undermining their March Madness ambitions with a soft non-conference schedule? Andy Patton critiques BYU’s home-heavy slate, pointing out the missed opportunities for true road challenges and marquee Power 5 matchups.
July 20 · 32 min
Cayden Daughtry DOMINATES at Peach Jam! Can his game translate to the college hoops level?
Cayden Daughtry’s electric Peach Jam performance has the college basketball world buzzing—can a 6-foot “mighty mite” become a scoring legend in the new 5-and-5 era? Isaac Schade and Andy Patton spotlight Daughtry’s eye-popping stats, discuss his high-major recruitment, and debate whether his size will limit NBA opportunities or spark a record-breaking collegiate run.
July 17 · 33 min
FUTURE STARS: Tyran Stokes (KU), Jordan Smith (Ark), & Caleb Holt (Az) DOMINATE 2026 Newcomer Draft
College basketball’s future stars are already making waves before ever stepping onto the court. Who will become the next breakout sensation? The conversation focused on a high-stakes 2026-27 Newcomer Draft, spotlighting elite prospects like Tyran Stokes (Kansas), Jordan Smith Jr. (Arkansas), and Caleb Holt (Arizona). Insights centered on the impact of top freshmen, international recruits, and G League alumni such as Dink Pate (Providence) and Luigi Suigo (Villanova), with analysis on which playe
July 16 · 30 min
College Basketball Roster CHAOS Isn't Over?! NBA Summer League Players Could RETURN?!
College basketball roster chaos might not be over just yet. Could players currently competing in NBA Summer League actually find their way back to college basketball? We break down the latest eligibility questions, what it could mean for coaches still trying to finalize their rosters, and whether college basketball needs a true deadline for when a roster is officially set. Plus, Peach Jam is underway, so we highlight some of the biggest names college basketball fans need to know on the recruiti
July 15 · 28 min
SURPRISE: Donovan Dent changes retirement plans after 5-in-5 ruling! Where will ELITE guard end up?
Donovan Dent’s sudden un-retirement stirs the college basketball landscape—will Gonzaga or another contender land the potential All-American point guard in 2026? Lawsuits and NCAA rule changes open doors for top talents like Dent to seize an unexpected fifth year, throwing the transfer portal into chaos.
July 14 · 29 min
Cincinnati lands MJ Collins as NCAA LOSES another legal battle! Who else will be back?
Ohio court ruling triggers unprecedented chaos in NCAA basketball eligibility—are the floodgates open for a fifth year frenzy? Andy Patton unpacks how MJ Collins (Utah State to Cincinnati) and other standout seniors like Javon Bennett and Tavari Jackson are finding new opportunities after a game-changing preliminary injunction.
July 13 · 29 min
SHOCK: Marcus Spears Jr. reclassifies with Texas! Longhorns' roster among college basketball's best?
Texas Longhorns land Marcus Spears Jr., the nation’s No. 1 prospect for the 2027 class, who’s reclassifying to join the roster immediately. Does this make Texas a top-five contender for the upcoming college basketball season? Isaac Schade and Andy Patton break down Spears’ surprising move, Sean Miller’s evolving frontcourt rotation, and the impact on Texas’ national title hopes. Key debates include Spears’ NBA potential, Texas’ roster depth, and how this addition stacks up against powerhouses li
July 10 · 40 min
GAMECHANGER: Nikola Kusturica ELEVATES UCLA hoops! Can Mick Cronin keep star Serbian for 2 years?
UCLA Bruins shake up college basketball with the blockbuster signing of Serbian star Nikola Kusturica. Can Mick Cronin’s new wing elevate UCLA to a Big Ten title contender and reshape the program’s future? Zachary Anderson-Yoxsimer and Andy Patton debate expectations for Kusturica's immediate impact, his two-year college stay, and whether the Bruins can finally blend international talent with homegrown experience.