The Payton Years

Sam and Andy are back with the REAL FINAL PRESEASON pod! They run through all the emotions—excited, anxious, and a healthy amount of nervous—as they break down OSU’s win over Western Oregon in the final exhibition game, preview Oregon State’s first two opponents, and label the University of Illinois Chicago a sleeping giant. It’s SEASON TIME, Payton Heads! Follow The Payton Years on Twitter @Years...

Sam and Andy sit down with OSU Assistant Coach Marlon Stewart for the final preseason pod. They discuss building the roster, how the players are looking, and how Beaver fans can be found all over the world. Plus, on the Yang Hansen Corner , Sam and Andy break down Hansen’s NBA debut from both the in-arena and TV perspectives. Follow The Payton Years on Twitter @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy sit down with friend of the pod, Zack Farmer — host of the Unofficial WCC Hoops podcast. They discuss the lay of the land in the WCC for next season, what the Beavers need to do to succeed, and how Santa Clara managed to sign a player from the G League. Plus, on the Yang Hansen Corner, Sam and Andy break down Yang’s first two preseason games and debate whether he moves better than Don...

Sam and Andy come together to ramp up the preseason energy and reminisce about Cold Stone Creamery. First they draft their must see Sharpie games for the season and then interview returning player Isaiah Sy about the new team and his experience as a Beaver. Plus! On the Yang Hansen Corner - the only dedicated coverage of Yang Hansen from a Beaver/Blazer perspective - Sam and Andy discuss the conne...

Sam and Andy are BACK after a long and arduous summer. They kick off the first preseason pod by breaking down the roster, making declarative statements they'll never regret, and identifying which players will pop this year (it's a lot). Plus! The very 1st Yang Hansen Corner - The only dedicated coverage of Yang Hansen from a beaver/blazer perspective. To kick things off, they discuss if Ya...

Sam and Andy come together to call North Texas fans pugnacious, Fresno State a sleeping giant, and Caleb Love getting an NBA contract before Ethan Thompson criminal. PLUS! The definitive ranking of the 4 best beaver basketball seasons of the last 25 years. Follow the The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy come together to do the first episode of the Off Season! They break down the new additions to the roster, talk about potential rotations / line ups, and compare the coaching staff to hardened sailors. Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy are joined by friend of the pod: Seth Allen to host the Glovies!!! Oregon State Basketball's traditional End of Season award show.

Sam and Andy bravely battle the NIL storm hovering over college athletics to take stock of Oregon State's current situation. They break down all the transfers out of the program, discuss the NIL reality and what it means for OSU, and explain why Sam could very well end up working for the Denver Nuggets. Follow the Payton Years on Twitter @YearsPayton Vote in the Glovies!!! - Form Opening Soon...

Sam and Andy come together to preview The College Basketball Crown, discuss Rataj, Kingz, and Craig entering the transfer portal, and bemoan the state of NIL in college sports.

Sam and Andy sit down with D2 insider & Friend of the Pod: Coach PC to breakdown the loss to Pepperdine, describe the WCC tournament & the season as a whole, and explain why it's an amazing year for Barlow basketball.

Sam and Andy come together to break down the last 2 games of the regular season, preview the WCC tournament, and pick which fanbase is going to act like Arizona Fans. Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy come together to overly praise the vibes of San Diego basketball, celebrate the record setting performances by Michael Rataj & The Beavers, and look ahead to the final 2 games of the regular season.

Sam and Andy sit down with Friend of the Pod & OregonLive Beaver Beat reporter - Nick Daschel to check in about the OSU season, discuss surprises from the roster, and compare Orleans Arena to Gill Coliseum. Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton Follow all of Nick's work on OregonLive.com

Sam and Andy sit down with WCC Insider and host of the Unofficial WCC Hoops Podcast - Zack Farmer to discuss Oregon State's path to 2nd place in conference, why St. Mary's is so good, and potential Player of the Year candidates. Check out the Unofficial WCC Hoops podcast wherever you get your podcasts and follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy come together to discuss the insanity of Gonzaga fans, call Matthew Knight Arena a Corporate Shrine, hype up the hate for Saint Mary's, and go down an Arizona - Arizona State worm hole. Pack Gill for these next HUGE home games, Payton Heads. Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy come together to breakdown Oregon State's wins over Pepperdine & Santa Clara, preview the upcoming Gonzaga game, and of course bring up the Jay John era. Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy breakdown OSU's historic performance against Gonzaga, discuss the hot shooting of San Francisco, and look ahead to the Beaver's next 2 home games. Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy breakdown the close loss to Santa Clara, celebrate the record breaking win over Pacific, beg people to FILL GILL for Gonzaga, and take a stroll down memory lane discussing the Mick Cronin UCLA press conference. Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy sit down and discuss the Beaver's 2-1 start in WCC play. They breakdown the wins & loss, preview Santa Clara & Pacific, discuss Halloween Costumes, and explain why Warith Alatishe should be a G-League All Star. Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy sit down to discuss the emotional roller coaster that was the Diamond Head Classic, preview the Beaver's first 3 conference games, and continue the annual tradition of publicly apologizing to Fred Hoiberg. Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy sit down and chat with friend of the pod and host of the Washed Men podcast - Seth Allen. They explain why the Sacramento State point guard was a true unicorn, preview Diamond Head Classic, and give an Oregon State Naughty & Nice list. Merry Christmas Payton Heads! Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton Listen to Washed Men wherever you get your podcasts.

Sam and Andy come together to celebrate the Beaver victory over the Anteaters, play a little "Nothing but Net" with the college basketball NET rankings, and salute the magic of Gill Coliseum. Follow the Payton Years on X @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy come together to breakdown the win over Idaho, preview the upcoming match up with the undefeated Anteaters of UC Irvine, and give some Beaver basketball stats to live by. Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton

Sam and Andy discuss the Beaver's first road loss of the season and then dive deep into their "Get Right" game against UC Davis and what it means for the season. Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton