Jaden Ivey's offense made him famous last season when he was a freshman. Matt Painter thinks his defense may not be far behind. "He can be an elite defender," Painter said of Ivey on this week's edition of the College Hoops Today Podcast. "He could be just as good of a defensive player as he is an offensive player. That's what gets you excited about his potential beyond … [Read more...] about Matt Painter: Jaden Ivey can be an elite defender
Archives for September 2021
Episode 308 — Purdue’s Matt Painter
10 mid-majors to watch for the 21-22 season
Check below for our list of 10 mid-majors to watch during the 21-22 season. This does not include Gonzaga or teams from either the Atlantic 10 or Mountain West. In no particular order: Iona: Rick Pitino's second season in New Rochelle should be better than his first and his first ended in the NCAA Tournament. Iona added two impact transfers on the perimeter in Elijah … [Read more...] about 10 mid-majors to watch for the 21-22 season
30 impact transfers for the 21-22 season
It’s never too early to start looking ahead to next season! Check below for our list of 30 impact transfers for the 21-22 college basketball season. In no particular order: Remy Martin, Kansas: Martin was part of an Arizona State team that won a game at Allen Fieldhouse when he was a freshman. He now gets to call that same venue his home floor. After averaging … [Read more...] about 30 impact transfers for the 21-22 season
San Diego State, Saint Mary’s to play in Phoenix on 12/17
San Diego State and Saint Mary's have finalized an agreement to play a neutral site game at Footprint Center in Phoenix on Dec. 17th, a source told College Hoops Today. An official announcement is expected soon. The Aztecs finished 23-5 last season lost to Syracuse in the NCAA Tournament. Saint Mary's is set to return everyone of significance from last year's team that … [Read more...] about San Diego State, Saint Mary’s to play in Phoenix on 12/17