Arizona's Tommy Lloyd is ready to lead the Wildcats back to the NCAA Tournament. What are the biggest keys to doing so? Find out right here! Plus, no dominate teams in college basketball?

Michigan State's Tom Izzo wants to get back to winning championships! Coach is feeling energized and ready to lead the Spartans into the new season. Don't miss this conversation. Plus, Jon breaks down all the major news and notes from an exciting week one of the season!

UConn's Dan Hurley enters his 7th season as the head coach of the Huskies and has three-peat on his mind! Find out what's in store for UConn this season. Plus, it's opening night in college basketball! Jon's discussing his main storylines for the season.

Houston's Kelvin Sampson joins the College Hoops Today Podcast! Don't miss this in-depth conversation. Plus, a tribute to Amir Abdur-Rahim. And just one week away from the season getting started!

Iowa State's TJ Otzelberger is excited to enter year four with the Cyclones. What have been the biggest keys to his success? Does retention deserve more attention? How has Iowa State evaluated talent so well? Navigating the Big 12 conference. Why it's all about how you handle success and adversity. And a salute to Tony Bennett. Plus, campus visit updates. And why Alabama is a clear stand out.

Auburn's Bruce Pearl stops by the College Hoops Today Podcast to discuss this year's squad! What is he expecting from the Tigers this year? How much longer does he see himself coaching? The value of a possession. And is the SEC a 10 bid league this year? Plus, exhibition games ≠ truth.

Illinois' Brad Underwood has made the Fighting Illini into a perennial contender for the Big Ten regular season title and a high seed in the NCAA Tournament. Just how has he done it? Find out his thoughts on this year's team and why he believes he has some "next level" players. How long will it take to get rhythm and chemistry with this group? Keys to making international prospects succeed. Why a strong non-conference schedule helps establish your program. Just how high is the ceiling for this team? And how many NCAA Tournament bids does coach believe the Big Ten will have this season? Plus, we are just 4 weeks away from college basketball!!!

Alabama's Nate Oats is preparing tirelessly to lead the Crimson Tide back to the Final Four. Is this the most anticipated season in Alabama history? What's it going to take to get back there for the second time in program history and win a few more games? How has he had so much early success? Discussing the makeup of his current roster. Why he feels they have a good mix of players. Who steps up out of the returners? And which newcomer is poised to contribute early? Just how many players will make the rotation? Why does he like to challenge his teams in non-conference scheduling? And why rim protection and a return to consistent defense can be key for the Crimson Tide to make a deep run. Plus, the Cooper Flagg hype is for real.

Cincinnati's Wes Miller has the Bearcats poised for a big season in the Big 12. Just how excited is he for this season and to coach this team? Why their depth will be a strength and favor their fast-paced play. Discussing returning personal as well as newcomers. Why it's all about getting better each day. Scheduling philosophy when playing in the Big 12. And why they must get better in close games. Plus, a sleeper in Tuscaloosa? And a pair of freshmen at Rutgers the real deal?

Duke's Jon Scheyer is entering his 3rd season as the Blue Devil's head coach and the expectations couldn't be higher. Don't miss this deep dive into Duke basketball before the season starts. Plus, our preseason coverage begins in earnest! We are only seven weeks away from College Hoops!

Gonzaga's Mark Few goes in depth with the College Hoops Today Podcast!