College basketball doesn’t look the way it used to, and in this episode of The Starting Lineup, hosts Scott Puryear, Ned Reynolds, and Art Hains sit down with Cuonzo Martin for an honest, entertaining look at what coaching really demands in today’s game. From lighthearted discussions about mid-game “pee breaks” to a deep dive into Missouri State’s recent performances and upcoming challenges against a high-octane Florida International, Martin doesn’t shy away from the nitty-gritty.

He shares insights on defensive adjustments, player development, from the experienced Antwan Burnett to the raw talent of Keith Palek III, and handling the free-throw woes of “Big Mike.” Beyond the X’s and O’s, Martin reflects on navigating the transfer portal, embracing NIL realities, and staying true to core values in a conference that’s faster, tougher, and more physical than ever. With candid humor, leadership lessons, and even a playful look at how he’d guard his own star player, this episode delivers perspective, personality, and a front-row view into the realities of modern college hoops.

College basketball doesn&rsquo;t look the way it used to, and in this episode of&nbsp;The Starting Lineup, hosts Scott Puryear, Ned Reynolds, and Art Hains sit down with Cuonzo Martin for an honest, entertaining look at what coaching really demands in today&rsquo;s game. From lighthearted discussions about mid-game &ldquo;pee breaks&rdquo; to a deep dive into Missouri State&rsquo;s recent performances and upcoming challenges against a high-octane Florida International, Martin doesn&rsquo;t shy away from the nitty-gritty.
He shares insights on defensive adjustments, player development, from the experienced Antwan Burnett to the raw talent of Keith&nbsp;Palek III, and handling the free-throw woes of &ldquo;Big Mike.&rdquo; Beyond the X&rsquo;s and O&rsquo;s, Martin reflects on navigating the transfer portal, embracing NIL realities, and staying true to core values in a conference that&rsquo;s faster, tougher, and more physical than ever. With candid humor, leadership lessons, and even a playful look at how he&rsquo;d guard his own star player, this episode delivers perspective, personality, and a front-row view into the realities of modern college hoops.

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-Local Coverage, Local Voice &mdash; In-depth coverage of Springfield-area teams and sports stories you care about. -Live Sports Odds &amp; Boards &mdash; View real-time odds for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and more. -Pro Picks &amp; Betting Insights &mdash; Daily expert picks and analysis to help you level up your game. -On-Air Shows &amp; Podcasts &mdash; Stream live shows like VSiN Primetime, Keys to the Kingdom, and more. -Alerts &amp; News &mdash; Get notified on big games, breaking scores.