Mark Pope speaks | Why can't Coach Cal close on big men? | Will Wade makes BIG moves | Who have the most expensive rosters in college hoops?

About this episode

Aaron Torres discusses recent developments in college basketball, including comments from Mark Pope and Will Wade's recruitment strategies.

On today's show Torres whips around a busy week in hoops! Mark Pope speaks - but was it the right message for Big Blue Nation? Will Wade makes his moves! Plus, a listener asks: Why can't Coach Cal close on big men? Also, a NEW report reveals the five most expensive rosters in college basketball! And an announcement to lead the show! Timestamps: Mark Pope speaks (2:00) Will Wade ready to pay HISTORIC money for a European star (28:00)? Why can't John Calipari close on big men (47:00) A new report on the most expensive rosters in college hoops (1:02:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Aaron Torres

Topics covered

• college basketball
• coaching strategies
• roster management
• player recruitment
• NCAA news

Keywords

• Mark Pope
• Will Wade
• John Calipari
• college hoops
• rosters
• NCAA

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Big Blue Nation, college basketball

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