The Houston Cougars are gearing up for a transformative season. With minimal transfer portal activity and a star-studded freshman class, Coach Kelvin Sampson's squad is poised for success.

Andy Patton and guest Parker Ainsworth break down the Cougars' roster changes, including the return of Milos Uzan and Emmanuel Sharp. They analyze the potential impact of newcomers Chris Cenac, Isiah Harwell, and Kingston Flemings on Houston's lineup and playing style. The discussion also covers Sampson's contract extension, succession plan, and the team's challenging Big 12 conference schedule.

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A judge denied Zakai Ziegler's preliminary injunction asking for a fifth-year of eligibility. Is this a turning point for college basketball regulations?

Andy Patton breaks down the implications of Ziegler's case, highlighting the need for clearer rules in college athletics. The discussion also covers Virginia Tech's international recruit Neo Avdalas, Arkansas' roster additions under John Calipari, and a preview of the Rady Children's Invitational Tournament featuring Wisconsin, Providence, Florida, and TCU. Patton analyzes how these developments could reshape team dynamics and impact the upcoming season.

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Transfer portal shakeup: Which college basketball programs landed the best hauls? The Locked On College Basketball hosts break down the top transfer classes for each major conference, from the SEC to the Big East.

Andy and Isaac analyze Texas A&M's impressive SEC class, featuring Pop Isaacs and Mackenzie Mgbako. They debate St. John's Big East additions under Rick Pitino, Michigan's quality-over-quantity approach in the Big Ten, and Kansas State's game-changing acquisition of P.J. Haggerty. The duo also examines Louisville's ACC transfers and their fit with Pat Kelsey's system.

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