The Rothstein Files

Mick Cronin is attempting to lead UCLA back to national prominence. The Bruins finished 16-17 last season and missed the NCAA Tournament, which was the first time that Cronin was not a part of March Madness since 2010. I caught up the 53-year old head coach over the weekend in Westwood to discuss UCLA's loaded transfer class, joining the Big Ten, and much more. Jon … [Read more...] about 5 questions with UCLA’s Mick Cronin

College basketball season is almost here! Between now and Nov. 4th, we’ll take an in-depth look at different conferences around the country. Today’s focus is on the SEC:1. How many SEC teams will reach the 2025 NCAA Tournament?10 feels within the realm of possibility. That was not a misprint. 11 teams from the SEC --- Alabama, Arkansas, Texas A&M, Auburn, Florida, … [Read more...] about 5 questions entering the SEC

College basketball season is almost here! Between now and Nov. 4th, we’ll take an in-depth look at different conferences around the country. Today’s focus is on the Big Ten: 1. How much will increased travel affect the Big Ten's four new teams?We'll find out at the end of the season. The Big Ten will expand to 18 teams in 2024-25 following the additions of UCLA, USC, … [Read more...] about 5 questions entering the Big Ten

Texas Tech's Grant McCasland has received a contract extension through the 2029-30 season, a source told College Hoops Today. There is no timetable on an official announcement. Texas Tech finished 23-11 and earned a six seed in the 2024 NCAA Tournament in its first season under McCasland. The Red Raiders are currently ranked 29th in the ROTHSTEIN 45. Leftovers … [Read more...] about Texas Tech’s Grant McCasland receives contract extension through 2029-30 season

College basketball season is almost here! Between now and Nov. 4th, we’ll take an in-depth look at different conferences around the country. Today’s focus is on the Big East: 1. How many teams from the Big East will play in the 2025 NCAA Tournament?At least five seems like a safe number as of today. Six teams from the Big East --- UConn, Marquette, Xavier, St. John's, … [Read more...] about 5 questions entering the Big East