Tom Izzo hasn't had a healthy Jaden Akins in practice for the majority of the preseason due to a foot injury, but that doesn't mean that he's not bullish on his potential for the upcoming year."I think he can make a monster jump," Izzo said of the 6-4 Akins Monday on the College Hoops Today Podcast. "He can play at both ends. He's a better shooter than he was last year. He's my … [Read more...] about Tom Izzo on Jaden Akins: “I think he can make a monster jump”
Archives for October 2022
Episode 366 — Michigan State’s Tom Izzo
Michigan State's Tom Izzo is cautiously optimistic about the upcoming season but knows he can lean on a veteran filled team. How building a strong program core leads to chemistry and consistency. How will they handle a monster of a schedule? Is it the toughest he's ever had? Thoughts on UCLA and USC coming to the Big 10. Thoughts on the possibility of an expanding NCAA … [Read more...] about Episode 366 — Michigan State’s Tom Izzo
5 questions entering the Mountain West
College basketball season is almost here! Between now and Nov. 7th, we’ll take an in-depth look at different conferences around the country. Today’s focus is on the Mountain West: 1. Can the Mountain West again get four teams in the NCAA Tournament?That's TBD. San Diego State and Wyoming are two of the best non power conference teams in the country, but beyond that is … [Read more...] about 5 questions entering the Mountain West
5 questions entering the Pac-12
College basketball season is almost here! Between now and Nov. 7th, we’ll take an in-depth look at different conferences around the country. Today’s focus is on the Pac-12: 1. How will Pac-12 basketball move forward without UCLA and USC?These two programs won't officially leave the conference for another two years, but it remains to be seen just how nationally relevant … [Read more...] about 5 questions entering the Pac-12
5 questions entering the Big 12
College basketball season is almost here! Between now and Nov. 7th, we’ll take an in-depth look at different conferences around the country. Today’s focus is on the Big 12:1. Will this be a sentimental season in the Big 12?It will be for me and those who have truly appreciated just how great this league has been. The additions of BYU, Cincinnati, Houston, and UCF will be … [Read more...] about 5 questions entering the Big 12
