That's A W

Michigan State STUNS Duke, Kansas CRUSHES Kentucky, and Michigan keeps rolling! The 2026 Champions Classic delivered major early-season statements, while Texas Tech took down No. 3 Illinois in another huge college basketball showdown. On today’s episode of That’s A W, college basketball insider Vince Wolfram breaks down the biggest games of the week, previews a loaded weekend schedule, including V...

Virginia DOMINATES Arkansas, UConn gets revenge against Michigan, and Purdue suffers a shocking double-overtime upset! College basketball’s first week of the 2026–27 season delivered statement wins, breakout performances, and plenty of early surprises. On this episode of That’s A W, college basketball insider Vince Wolfram breaks down the biggest games and storylines from Week 1, including No. 9 V...

The 2026–27 college basketball season is officially underway, and opening week has already delivered major upsets, breakout performances, and early warning signs for some of the nation's biggest programs. College basketball insider Vince Wolfram breaks down the biggest games, winners, and surprises from the first few days of the season on That's A W.No. 1 Florida opened its season with a 7...

The 2026-27 college basketball season is here, and the conference favorites aren't necessarily the teams Vince Wolfram is most excited to watch. On this episode of That's A W, Vince breaks down eight college basketball teams on his radar, the players poised for breakout seasons, and the freshmen who could make an immediate impact across the NCAA basketball landscape. From Miami and Florida...

Braden Frager made the shot that sent Nebraska basketball to its first-ever Sweet 16. Now he's revealing what really happened during those unforgettable final seconds against Vanderbilt. Nebraska Cornhuskers stars Braden Frager and Cale Jacobsen join college basketball insider Vince Wolfram on That's A W to relive Nebraska's historic 2026 March Madness run, including the program's...

Fred Hoiberg reveals how a rejected life insurance application led doctors to discover a life-threatening heart condition—and why he believes it may have saved his life. Nebraska basketball head coach Fred Hoiberg joins Vince Wolfram on That's A W for an unforgettable conversation about his NBA career, open-heart surgery, the Nebraska Cornhuskers' historic NCAA Tournament breakthrough, and...

BYU point guard Rob Wright III joins That's A W for an exclusive interview about his decision to return to BYU, his relationship with head coach Kevin Young, and the Cougars' exciting new roster. Plus, Sam Lance from The Field of 68 joins Vince Wolfram live from Big 12 Basketball Media Days in Kansas City to break down the biggest contenders, rising stars, sleeper teams, and championship p...

College basketball is almost back, and the early exhibition games are already delivering surprises! LSU is finding ways to win with a six-man rotation, Kentucky is working through its growing pains, and BYU is showing signs of becoming one of the most exciting teams in the country. On this episode of That's A W, host Vince Wolfram breaks down the biggest takeaways, standout performances, and e...

Notre Dame basketball has a new backcourt partnership, and Braeden Shrewsberry and Braeden Smith are already building serious chemistry. On this episode of That's A W, host Vince Wolfram heads to South Bend for an exclusive conversation with Notre Dame guards Braeden Shrewsberry and Braeden Smith about their growing connection, the upcoming 2026–27 college basketball season, life under head co...

Micah Shrewsberry set a goal to become a head coach by age 30. Now, he’s building Notre Dame basketball his way, with a vision for his program and the people he wants to lead it. In this exclusive episode of That's A W, Vince Wolfram sits down with Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Micah Shrewsberry in South Bend, Indiana, to discuss his roster, coaching philosophy, and journey through the...

Why did Kevin Overton stay at Auburn after the coaching change from Bruce Pearl to Steven Pearl? And why does the Tigers' star guard believe last season's NIT championship was only the beginning? In this exclusive episode of That's A W, Vince Wolfram sits down with Auburn basketball star Kevin Overton for a revealing conversation about his journey, his loyalty to Auburn, and his expect...

Steven Pearl is officially putting his stamp on Auburn basketball. In this exclusive episode of That’s A W, Vince Wolfram sits down with Auburn head coach Steven Pearl to discuss building his first roster from the ground up, what he learned during his first season as a head coach, how his philosophy differs from Bruce Pearl’s, and why Auburn basketball could look very different this season. Pearl...

Florida State men’s basketball head coach Luke Loucks sits down with Vince Wolfram on That’s A W for an in-depth conversation about building the next era of Seminoles basketball. Loucks breaks down how his NBA background is shaping Florida State—from player development and analytics to recruiting, roster construction and the ultra-competitive culture inside practice. He explains why he believes FS...

College basketball is officially back — and this time, it was OUTSIDE. Vince Wolfram checks in from Charleston, South Carolina after TheLinkU Invitational at Credit One Stadium, breaking down everything that stood out from one of the most unique preseason college basketball events of the year. Vanderbilt and Virginia gave us an early look at two teams that could look very different this season. Vi...

Could TCU basketball have its next NBA player in Xavier Edmonds? Former BYU standout and TCU radio analyst Matt Carlino joins Vince Wolfram on That's A W to break down the Horned Frogs' 2026–27 roster, Jamie Dixon's impact, and what it will take to compete in the Big 12. Carlino believes Xavier Edmonds has NBA potential, comparing elements of his game to Charles Barkley. He explains wh...

SMU Basketball head coach Andy Enfield joins Vince Wolfram on That’s A W to break down the Mustangs’ new-look roster, his vision for the upcoming season, the legendary Dunk City run, and the changing landscape of college basketball. After losing five starters, Enfield has assembled a revamped SMU team featuring returning talent, transfer additions, and a strong Texas recruiting presence. With more...

Miami Basketball newcomers DeSean Goode and Caleb Gaskins join Vince Wolfram on That’s A W to talk about the Hurricanes’ new-look roster, Jay Lucas’ culture and the championship expectations building in Coral Gables. Goode breaks down his transition to Miami, the intensity of Hurricanes practices and what makes this group click both on and off the court. Gaskins discusses bringing his winning ment...

Miami Hurricanes head coach Jai Lucas joins Vince Wolfram on That’s A W for an in-depth conversation about building Miami Basketball into a championship-level program, recruiting in the NIL and transfer portal era, and what comes next for the Hurricanes. Lucas breaks down his vision for Year 2 at Miami, why relationships and player development can still win in modern college basketball, and how th...

UCLA Basketball enters the 2026-27 season with one of the most intriguing rosters in college basketball — and Mick Cronin may be building something much bigger than just a one-year run. Vince Wolfram is joined by UCLA basketball reporter Aaron Heisen to break down the Bruins’ revamped roster, headlined by elite freshman Nikola Kusturica, Texas Tech transfer Jaylen Petty, Trent Perry, Azavier Robin...

Notre Dame legend Mike Brey joins Vince Wolfram on That’s a W for a wide-ranging conversation about his unforgettable journey through college basketball — from working under Coach K at Duke to spending 23 seasons leading the Fighting Irish. Brey tells the stories behind his unlikely path into coaching, becoming Coach K’s famous “pizza and beer guy,” turning down Auburn, landing the Notre Dame job,...

How dangerous can BYU Basketball be in 2026-27? Vince Wolfram is joined by Karter Baughan of the Church Ball Podcast on The Field of 68 to break down Kevin Young’s new-look BYU Cougars — from Robert Wright III returning to lead the offense to the additions of Jaxon Kohler, Collin Chandler, Tyler Betsey, Bruce Branch III and more. Can Wright establish himself as one of the best point guards in coll...

Virginia basketball head coach Ryan Odom joins Vince Wolfram for an exclusive episode of That’s A W to break down what’s next for the Cavaliers after a 30-win first season in Charlottesville. Odom discusses Virginia’s remarkable roster retention, Thijs De Ridder’s continued development, Chance Mallory taking over as “PG1,” Sam Lewis’ offseason growth and the newcomers joining a veteran UVA core. H...

Who can actually play college basketball in 2026-27? Vince Wolfram is joined by sports law professor Sam C. Ehrlich, creator of the College Sports Litigation Tracker, to break down the rapidly changing NCAA eligibility landscape and why the answer seems to change almost every day. From the NCAA's ongoing eligibility lawsuits and the Class of 2022 fight to new rules from the SEC, Big 12 and oth...

College basketball’s five-for-five eligibility situation has changed again. Vince Wolfram breaks down the latest NCAA eligibility developments after the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals stayed the Colorado ruling that had provided broader protection for certain fifth-year players. The result? Some players remain protected through individual state-court rulings, while others suddenly find their 2026-2...

Iona head coach Dan Geriot joins Vince Wolfram on That’s A W for an inside look at the Gaels entering the 2026–27 college basketball season. Geriot breaks down why Year 2 feels different at Iona, how roster retention has allowed the Gaels to establish a clearer identity, and how his NBA background continues to shape Iona’s approach to player development, recruiting and team building. He also share...