Jerod Morris

The Assembly Call IU Basketball Podcast and Postgame Show

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Following your Hoosiers is always more fun with friends. Come hang out with us after every Indiana basketball game, and every Thursday night, as our team of hosts -- Jerod Morris, Andy Bottoms, Ryan Phillips, and Brian "The Coach" Tonsoni dissect every angle of IU basketball, as we've been doing since 2011. We are equal parts unabashed fandom and objective analysis, with plenty of laughter along the way. If you're looking for knee-jerk analysis and hot takes, this is NOT the show for you. But if you want a show that isn't afraid to critique play while always staying supportive of players, then...

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Jerod Morris

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art19.com

Latest episode

Jun 19, 2026

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Episodes

[439] Mailbag, Big Ten Roundup, Basketball 201, Marquette Preview 12.11.2018

On this week’s edition of Banner Monday … • [2:25] Jerod delivers his Banner Moment and answers your lingering IU basketball questions in this week’s mailbag. • [22:51] Mike DeCourcy stops by to discuss his thoughts on IU provide insight on the rest of the Big Ten. • [42:37] Ben Ladner join us for another edition of Basketball 201 — talking a little bit more about the packline D and 3-point defens...

After Historic Performance, IU Defense Is About to Be Tested 12.11.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • Indiana had a record-setting defense performance on Friday night ... • ... but Archie Miller still sees plenty of room for improvement. • Marquette's top player put up insane numbers in their second game. • The Jerome Hunter injury news doesn't sound good. • Happy birthday to a player who is still making shots in Dick Vitale's dreams. For the links mentioned...

[438] IU-Montana State Postgame Show: Defense Shines in Final Regular Season Tune-Up 10.11.2018

On Friday night, Indiana demolished Montana State. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show. On the mics for this episode: Andy and Coach. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

[437] IU's Guard Situation, Trayce Jackson-Davis' Recruitment, and Montana State 09.11.2018

On this week’s edition of Assembly Call Radio, we discuss the biggest thing we’re each looking for in IU’s game against Montana State, analyze the play and potential future roles of Rob Phinisee and Devonte Green, and offer our perspective on Trayce Jackson-Davis’ recruitment. Plus we answer your questions. On the mics this week: Jerod, Andy, and Coach Tonsoni. (Think some kind thoughts for Ryan,...

Indiana's Final Pre-Marquette Tuneup Beckons on Friday 08.11.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • KenPom predicts a big IU victory on Friday night. • Additional reaction to Indiana's victory over Chicago State • Jon Crispin offers unique insight into Indiana's free throw shooting woes and Zach McRoberts' three-point shooting confidence • Happy birthday to an all-time great 3-point shooter and a guard whose solid career was underwhelming given his high sc...

Archie Miller Displeased With Indiana's Defense in Season-Opening Blowout 07.11.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • Romeo Langford had a strong college debut. • Archie Miller was not pleased with Indiana's defense. • Free throws linger as an issue. • Robert Phinisee's steady hand will likely keep his playing time high. • Evan Fitzner did exactly what Indiana recruited him to do. • The Hoosiers are clearly still getting comfortable with the finer points of the pack-line. F...

[436] IU-Chicago State Postgame Show: Romeo Puts Offensive Arsenal on Display in Debut 07.11.2018

On Tuesday night, Indiana opened the Romeo Langford Era with a 104-55 drubbing of overmatched Chicago State. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show. On the mics for this episode: Jerod, Andy, and a Segment 3 pop-in by Zach McCrite Note: this episode begins with a couple brief minutes of Jerod talking about this past week’s successful listener support drive...

Injury Updates on Devonte Green, Al Durham, Race Thompson 06.11.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • Indiana hosts Chicago State tonight on BTN • Chicago State is ... not good. • Archie Miller provides updates on Indiana's injured players. • Juwan Morgan and Romeo Langford named to another watch list. • Trayce Jackson-Davis is doing something IU fans everywhere would prefer he not do. • An NBA draft analyst was at practice on Monday. • Happy birthday to an...

[435] Mailbag, Burning B1G Questions, Basketball 201 on Packline D, and Chi State Preview 05.11.2018

On this week's edition of Banner Monday: • Ryan Phillips is on hand to tackle your mailbag questions with Jerod. • Mike DeCourcy joins us for his Big Ten Roundup in which we answers six questions submitted by Assembly Call community members. • Ben Ladner leads us through another edition of Basketball 201, talking about the basic principles of the packline defense. • Josh Wilson provides a brief ov...

Victor Oladipo Is Even More Clutch Than You Think 05.11.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • The Hoosiers' season-opening opponent is ... not good. • Indiana's shooting stats through two exhibition games are impressive. • Archie Miller announces which charity he'll be supporting. • Pressure? Romeo Langford doesn't feel pressure. • Keion Brooks took another official visit over the weekend. • Victor Oladipo is even more clutch than you think. For the...

[434] IU-Southern Indiana Postgame Show: Rob Phinisee Impresses in IU Debut 02.11.2018

On Thursday night, Indiana defeated Southern Indiana in the Hoosiers’ first and only public exhibition game. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show. On the mics for this episode: Jerod, Andy, and Ryan. Note: this episode begins with a few minutes of Jerod talking about this week’s listener support drive. If you’re interested in supporting The Assembly Call...

Devonte Green, Race Thompson Will Not Play in Tonight's Exhibition Game 01.11.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • You have to have a BTN Plus account to watch tonight's game v Southern Indiana. • Devonte Green and Race Thompson (and maybe a few others) will mis tonight's game with injuries. • A few other nuggets from Archie Miller's visit with the media on Wednesday. • Zach McRoberts is exactly who you think he is. • Andy Bottoms' preseason bracket projections are out....

More Details on Loyola Scrimmage (Plus a New Gold Jersey Recipient!) 31.10.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • Indiana released more details about the Loyola scrimmage. • The Hoosiers play tomorrow night! • A new Hoosier has been awarded the gold practice jersey. • Romeo Langford made two preseason All-America teams. • Two unique skills will get De'Ron Davis on the floor this year. • Zach McRoberts is pesky. • Happy (belated) birthday, Coach! For the links mentioned...

Archie Reveals Two Players Were Held Out of Scrimmage with "Nagging Injuries" 30.10.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • Archie Miller's first radio show was last night, and he revealed a few interesting nuggets. • Student seating will be a little different this year. • Two national writers have praise for Indiana. • Is De'Ron Davis best suited to come off the bench for Indiana? • Five questions with Race Thompson. For the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, vis...

[433] Mailbag, B1G Best Case/Worst Case, Basketball 201, and USI Preview 29.10.2018

On this week's edition of Banner Monday, Jerod and Ryan answer your questions in our Monday mailbag, Mike DeCourcy joins us to go best case/worst case for each Big Ten team, Ben Ladner returns for another edition of Basketball 201 breaking down ball screen defenses, and Jerod provides a quick preview of Indiana's exhibition opponent for Thursday night. NEED TICKETS? Remember: use the URL http://iu...

Reports Indicate Indiana Played Well in Closed Scrimmage Against Loyola Chicago 29.10.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • Indiana participated in a closed scrimmage yesterday against Loyola Chicago, and reportedly fared very well. • SI.com has praise for Archie Miller as he heads into Year Two. • Inside Indiana Basketball resumes tonight! • Indiana offers a top player in the Class of 2021. • Stay away from our in-state 5-stars, Kansas. Haven't you learned your lesson? • Trendon...

[432] Chronic Hoosier Talks Rotation, Corruption Trial, and IU Memories 26.10.2018

On this week’s edition of Assembly Call Radio, we are joined by Chronic Hoosier to discuss a variety of topics, including:• Who we project to be the 9th and 10th men in Indiana’s rotation• Whether the offense or defense will be the bigger strength of this team• What the verdict in the corruption trial means (and our thoughts on IU’s name being mentioned)• Plus our favorite IU basketball memories ....

National Analyst Calls Juwan Morgan Indiana's "Best, Most Valuable Player" 25.10.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • Inside the Hall's Big Ten Power Rankings are out. • Matt Norlander ranked all 351 college basketball teams -- where were the Hoosiers on the list? • Romeo is high on a new NBA Draft Big Board. • Justin Smith is named a sophomore who appears poised to breakout. • Clifton Moore describes the impact working with Clif Marshall has had on his body. • The verdict...

Someone New Is Wearing the Gold Practice Jersey 24.10.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • Someone has taken the gold practice jersey from Juwan Morgan. • IU and Tom Ostrom surface in a sidebar conversation at the college basketball fraud trial. • The AP All-America team was announced, and one Hoosier received a vote. • Another Hoosier has made the finals of the March Madness preseason All America fan vote. • Justin Smith's defense is an underrate...

Archie Miller Invites IU Students to Practice 23.10.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • Archie Miller is inviting IU students to a practice. • A new practice video is out ... complete with IU's stars doing exactly what you expect them to be doing. • Indiana is #28 in the preseason AP poll ... and yes, preseason polls matter. • Damezi Anderson opens up in 5 Questions. • Inside the Hall profiles Race Thompson. For the links mentioned in this edit...

[431] Banner Monday: Mailbag, Big Ten Roundup, and Defending the Pick-and-Roll 22.10.2018

On this week’s edition of Banner Monday, Jerod and Ryan answer a handful of your questions in our mailbag segment, we get Mike DeCourcy’s preseason thoughts on IU and the Big Ten at large, and then Jerod and Ben Ladner take a deep dive into two different methods of defending the pick-and-roll. NEED TICKETS? Remember: use the URL http://iutickets.shop when you need to buy IU basketball or football...

Highlights From the Initial KenPom Rankings 22.10.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • The preseason KenPom rankings are out ... and Indiana makes a significant jump from where they ended last season. • Troy Williams has a new home, which includes a familiar face. • Freddie McSwain got drafted. • Happy birthday to a two-sport Hoosier and one of the all-time legends in the history of basketball in the Hoosier State. For the links mentioned in t...

[430] The NBA's Big Announcement, Another Coach K Rant, and a Silly Preseason Debate 19.10.2018

On this week’s edition of Assembly Call Radio, we debate Ryan’s oft-uttered assertion that Indiana might actually be better next season than they will be this season. Plus, we discuss the NBA’s big announcement from Thursday and Coach K’s asinine comments regarding what we’re learning about how high-level college basketball recruiting really works. On the mics this week: Jerod, Andy, and Ryan. NEE...

Keion Brooks Sets His 5th and Final Official Visit 18.10.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • CBS announced its top 101 players in college basketball -- with Romeo and Juwan high on the list. • Damezi Anderson was Indiana's first commit in 2018 and may have exactly the skills Indiana needs to rebound next season after Romeo and Juwan depart. • Keion Brooks has set his 5th and final official visit (sorry Boilers). • Archie Miller visited a top-40 guar...

Victor Oladipo's Junior Year Improvement, Summed Up In One Amazing Stat 17.10.2018

In today's edition of Banner Morning: • Romeo Langford receives more preseason recognition. • Archie Miller discusses IU's point guard situation. • Rob Phinisee looks to contribute as a freshman. • ESPN announces its 2018-19 college hoops schedule. • John Gasaway tries to quantify player development ... and in the process unearths an incredible stat about Victor Oladipo's junior season improvement...

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