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Seeding
The Lobos looked like a #1 seed that wanted to play. Who are your favorite teams on each seed line? Bracket talk with Jerry Palm, PalmBrackets.com.
38:27
Want to Play
The Lobos raced past Sam Houston. What stood out about their opening round NIT win? What's ahead in the NIT? Miami (OH) made a statement and the First Four works.
41:32
Entertainment or Winning
Will the IFL take off in Albuquerque? New Mexico Chupacabras defensive lineman, Maurice Jackson, joins the show. What's the spread and how many fans are you expecting at The Pit?
41:12
West Coast NIT
How has the NIT evolved it's process and embraced the west coast? Pete Smith, an NIT site rep and Indiana Basketball Hall of Famer joins the show. Caitlan Clark and rivalries. What does it mean for the WNBA? How much weed did Alabama's second leading scorer have?
36:03
Rumors
How do you feel about Eric Olen's answer when asked about interest in other jobs? 2nd place again for the USA. The First Four delivers!
41:44
This or That
More signs point towards New Mexico United getting a stadium at the State Fair Grounds. Would an Arena make a difference in Albuquerque? What is the better college basketball job?...
43:39
This or That
Would you rather play in the 'First Four' or win games in the NIT? Was the bubble bad or is it a power four takeover? New QB2 in KC!
36:30
MW NIT
Will UNM be locked in Wednesday night against Sam Houston? Will the MW take over this years NIT? NBA expansion, yes or no?
43:18
5 in a Row
Volcano Vista boys head coach, Greg Brown, discusses the Hawks winning their fifth straight Boys 5A Title, how the players responded and what basketball means to their family. How do Lobo fans feel about basketball moving forward?
40:25
Olen on MWT and NIT
New Mexico Lobos men's basketball coach, Eric Olen, discusses the frustrations of missing out on the NCAA Tournament, why they wanted to play in the NIT and how to refocus on one more opportunity.
14:55