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Next Gen Hoops with Tipton, Shaw and Umana: An On3 and F68 Podcast

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Recruiting Intel: Iowa’s PG Targets, Visit News, & Duke Commit SHINES At USA Basketball 25.06.2026 29:52

Jamie Shaw and Joe Tipton break down the latest 2027 college basketball recruiting intel , including Iowa’s aggressive push for a point guard, key visit updates, and rising names to know in the high school ranks. They discuss where things stand with prospects like Caden Daughtry, Tyrone Jamison, Jackson Davis, Gabe Naismith, O’Neal Delancey, Justin Wise, and Ahmed Nur , plus which programs are gai...

‘Mark Pope Is on a HEATER!’ | 5-Star Ryan Hampton COMMITS to Kentucky | REACTION 08.06.2026 12:20

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops the crew breaks down the latest in high school hoops! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily FOLLOW: * Twitter * Instagram * Youtube...

The BEST Players in the 2028 Class? Joe Tipton & Jamie Shaw Break Down Rivals New Rankings 05.06.2026 35:18

Jamie Shaw and Joe Tipton are back on the Next Gen Hoops podcast with The Field of 68 to break down the latest Rivals 2028 rankings update. The episode starts at the top with AJ Williams, Colton Hiller, Bomba Torre, Eric Dampier Jr., and Jan Kamagate, including why AJ Williams earned the No. 1 spot, how Colton Hiller is pushing for the top ranking, and why Kamagate has become one of the most intri...

Future NBA Stars? Ranking the Best Prospects in High School Basketball 04.06.2026 41:15

On this episode of the Next Gen Hoops podcast on The Field of 68, Jamie Shaw and Ani Umana break down their top 10 high school basketball prospects regardless of class, spanning the 2027, 2028, and 2029 classes. Jamie and Ani dive into what makes each prospect special, how their games project to the next level, which players fit the modern NBA, and which rising stars could climb even higher in fu...

Who Took Over EYBL Session 3? Top Stock Risers in High School Basketball 02.06.2026 39:57

Jamie Shaw and Ani Umana break down everything they saw from EYBL Kansas City Session 3 on this episode of Next Gen Hoops on The Field of 68. The conversation starts with CJ Rosser’s bounce-back weekend and why his long-term upside still makes him one of the most intriguing players in the country. Jamie and Ani also dive into TJ Jameson’s huge weekend, Caden Daughtry’s rise as one of the top guard...

NBA Draft Small Forward Tiers | Should AJ Dybantsa Go 1st Overall? Late Round SF Sleepers 22.05.2026 25:40

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops the crew breaks down their SF tiers in the 2026 NBA Draft! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily FOLLOW: * Twitter * Instagram * Y...

BREAKING: 4-Star Kam Mercer COMMITS to Cincinnati! | INSTANT REACTION 21.05.2026 10:27

NEXT GEN HOOPS: Latest Intel on Top HS Prospects + Standouts From Memphis EYBL 19.05.2026 47:00

BREAKING: 7’0 4-Star Isaiah Hill COMMITS to Purdue! | INSTANT REACTION 15.05.2026 9:53

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops the crew breaks down Isaiah Hill committing to Purdue! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily FOLLOW: * Twitter * Instagram * Youtu...

COMBINE REACTION: Which Players Should Stay in the NBA Draft & Who Should Return to College? 14.05.2026 48:08

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, the crew reacts to the latest buzz around the NBA Draft Combine! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily FOLLOW: * Twitter * Instag...

Why This Time is CRUCIAL For the Top Teams in College Hoops! 12.05.2026 35:18

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops Jamie Shaw and Joe Tipton discuss the live period beginning! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily FOLLOW: * Twitter * Instagram *...

NBA Draft Shooting Guard Tiers | What is Darryn Peterson's Ceiling? Late Round SG Sleepers 08.05.2026 41:14

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops Jamie Shaw, and Ani Umana discuss SG tiers in the NBA Draft! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily FOLLOW: * Twitter * Instagram *...

The FINAL 2026 Rivals Rankings! Who Had the Best Recruiting Class? 05.05.2026 48:22

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops Jamie Shaw, and Joe Tipton discuss the final Rivals150 rankings! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily FOLLOW: * Twitter * Instagr...

BREAKING: 5-STAR Center Obinna Ekezie Jr. COMMITS to Louisville! | INSTANT REACTION! 03.05.2026 14:11

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Ani Umana, Jamie Shaw, and Joe Tipton discuss Obinna Ekezie Jr. committing to Louisville! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily F...

NBA Draft Point Guard Tiers | Who Should Be PG1?! 01.05.2026 48:05

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Ani Umana and Jamie Shaw discuss the NBA Draft! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily FOLLOW: * Twitter * Instagram * Youtube htt...

EYBL Standouts, Mingo Bros to Baylor, and the LATEST on Juke Harris and Obinna Ekezie Jr.! 29.04.2026 39:35

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Ani Umana, Jamie Shaw, and Joe Tipton discuss EYBL Standouts, Mingo Bros to Baylor, and the latest on portal/HS prospects! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUB...

BREAKING: No. 1 Player Tyran Stokes COMMITS to Kansas! | INSTANT REACTION 28.04.2026 14:56

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Ani Umana, Jamie Shaw, and Joe Tipton discuss Tyran Stokes committing to Kansas! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily FOLLOW: *...

BREAKING: 5-Star Forward Miikka Muurinen COMMITS to Arkansas | INSTANT REACTION 27.04.2026 12:41

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Jamie Shaw and Joe Tipton discuss Miikka Muurinen committing to Arkansas! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily FOLLOW: * Twitter...

Who Won the Transfer Portal? Biggest Surprises + Latest Portal Intel! 24.04.2026 38:00

The Next Gen Hoops Pod is back as Jamie Shaw and Ani Umana break down everything from the latest transfer portal cycle. They dive into the biggest portal winners, including Texas, Providence, Indiana, Florida State, and Oklahoma State, and explain how roster construction is evolving in today’s NIL era. The conversation highlights key additions, team fits, and why size and frontcourt dominance cont...

Next Gen Hoops: Sweet 16 Preview + Latest NBA Draft Buzz 24.03.2026 51:14

Ani Umana and Jamie Shaw break down the biggest Sweet 16 matchups and what makes each game so compelling. They dive into key storylines including Iowa versus Nebraska Duke versus St Johns and Alabama versus Michigan while discussing play styles and matchups that could decide each game. The episode also highlights NBA draft prospects who are raising their stock during March Madness including stando...

BREAKING: No. 3 Recruit Christian Collins Picks USC OVER Kentucky and Louisville! INSTANT REACTION! Plus, Bruch Branch to BYU and Caleb Holt to Arizona! 18.03.2026 23:36

The Next Gen Hoops crew breaks down a massive commitment episode featuring three of the top prospects in the 2026 class. Five-star forward Christian Collins commits to USC and Eric Musselman, giving the Trojans another elite recruiting win. The guys dive into Collins’ late-blooming rise, two-way upside, and how he fits alongside USC’s loaded class. They also discuss Bruce Branch committing to BYU...

NCAA Tournament Upsets, Draft Risers, and Sleeper Stars 17.03.2026 44:42

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Ani Umana and Jamie Shaw break down the NCAA Tournament bracket, identify the teams most capable of pulling off upsets, and spotlight the players who could use March Madness to raise their NBA draft stock. The guys discuss dangerous teams like VCU, USF, McNeese, and Kansas, while also digging into key prospect storylines involving Nate Ament, Kingston Flemings, M...

2028 Rivals Rankings Are HERE! 06.03.2026 22:59

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops Ani and Jamie discuss the 2028 Rivals Rankings. The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily FOLLOW: * Twitter * Instagram * Youtube https:...

NEXT GEN HOOPS: DARK HORSE NBA Draft Risers In March Madness 04.03.2026 26:36

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Jamie Shaw and Joe Tipton discuss teams and players that could be risers during March Madness. The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Dail...

Who Should Go No. 1 in the 2026 NBA Draft? 25.02.2026 47:16

On this episode of Next Gen Hoops, Jamie Shaw and Joe Tipton debate the number 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.. The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and use referral code: F68 The Field of 68 merch store is now LIVE SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Youtube Channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily FOLLOW: * Twitter...