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Is UConn hitting its stride at the perfect time, or are we getting ahead of ourselves?

On today’s Locked On UConn, we’re joined by UConn legend John Gwynn, the electrifying guard known as The Microwave for his instant impact off the bench. We break down what it’s like to play under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, the mindset heading into the Big East Tournament, and whether this Huskies team is built for a deep March run.

Plus, we dive into the Calhoun vs. Hurley debate, how NIL is changing college basketball, and John shares untold stories from the Dream Season, UConn’s relentless press defense, and their shocking scrimmage win over the Russian National Team—a squad that dominated UNLV.

All that and more, only on Locked On UConn—your go-to source for daily Huskies basketball coverage!

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Could Stephon Castle Go No. 1?

There’s a new No 1 pick trending for the NBA DRAFT TONIGHT AND HIS NAME IS NOT DONOVAN CLINGAN.... YOU’RE LOCKED ON!

Introduction:

Thanks for making Locked On UConn your first listen every day. We are free and available wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube as part of the Locked On Podcast Network—Your Team, Every Day.

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Main Topic: Could Stephon Castle Surprise Us All and Go No. 1?

Discussion on Stephon Castle's all-around talent and why he might be a surprise No. 1 pick.

Playmaking: High-feel playmaker who controls the tempo.

Passing: Makes simple plays with skip passes, kick-outs, and interior feeds. Thrives in pick-and-roll situations.

Finishing: Good finisher through contact, using either hand.

Shooting Potential: Shows flashes of being a go-to scorer when his jumper is falling. Soft touch on floaters and layups. Improved free throw shooting.

Defense: Tone-setting defender with size, versatility, and effort. Effective both on-ball and off-ball.

Overall, he’s a high-impact player with significant upside if his shooting consistency improves. Don't be surprised if Stephon goes No. 1.

Segment: UConn GOAT Debate

Discuss the GOAT debate sparked on UConn Twitter by the handle @WALKRIGHTIER.

Review Honorable Mentions (15-11): Adama Sanogo, Khalid El-Amin, Rudy Gay, Cliff Robinson.

Upcoming Segment: Revealing the Top 2 players, separated by only 6 points from over 170 ballots.

Final Thoughts:

Tune in for our final 5 on the GOAT List poll coming up.

Be sure to subscribe to Locked On UConn on YouTube and your preferred podcast platform. Leave us a 5-star review and join our insider program for exclusive content.

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Outro:

This has been another episode of Locked On UConn. I’m your host Mark Zanetto, asking you to stay locked in, stay connected, make sure your toughness meter is always rising, and as always, Go Huskies!

Show Notes

Intro:

Thanks for making Locked On UConn your first listen every day. We are free and available wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube as part of the Locked On Podcast Network—Your Team, Every Day.

Housekeeping:

The support on YouTube has been amazing, and I’d love to see all my subscribers also downloading the audio version wherever you get your podcasts. This greatly helps grow the Locked On UConn audience.

Do me two quick favors:

Click that subscribe button at the bottom of your screen.

Head over to Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts and hit that follow button.

Your support means everything to me. If you’re listening on any audio device, please drop us a 5-star review. Special shout out to our everydayers!

We’ve launched our insider program! Find it on our community page and my social media. Get a 14-day free trial of Subtext for exclusive UConn Basketball insights, behind-the-scenes content, direct access to the host, special Q&A sessions, giveaways, and more.

Remember, subscribing to the podcast on YouTube or audio devices increases its value. Plus, 10% of all earnings from Locked On UConn will go back to UConn and Bleeding Blue for Good. Supporting the podcast helps get great players and provides what the coaches need to succeed.

Main Segment: UConn's 4-For-4 Performance

Celebrating UConn's recent achievements and their 4-for-4 performance.

Guest Segment: Adam Zagoria

Bringing in Adam Zagoria to provide color on the NBA Draft:

Will the Hawks regret not picking Donovan Clingan with the No. 1 overall pick?

Discussing Stephon Castle's draft prospects and if his role at UConn impacted his stock.

Exploring the thought process behind the Spurs potentially selecting UConn players.

NBA Draft Thoughts:

Discussing the biggest stories from the NBA Draft, including ESPN’s coverage and surprising picks:

ESPN's coverage of Bronny James.

Justin Edwards' draft stock and what went wrong.

Kyle Filipowski's draft journey and his unexpected fall to the second round.

Who Is Next in the UConn NBA Factory:

Future potential NBA stars from UConn:

Liam, Jaylin, Alex, and maybe Samson for the next year.

Solo and Aidan possibly in the following year.

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Outro:

This has been another episode of Locked On UConn. I’m your host Mark Zanetto, asking you to stay locked in, stay connected, make sure your toughness meter is always rising, and as always, Go Huskies!

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Locked On UConn - NBA Draft Insights with Adam Zagoria

In today’s episode, we bring in Adam Zagoria of ZagsBlog.com, a NY Times and Forbes Sports contributing writer, to provide some in-depth analysis of the NBA Draft. We discuss the potential regret for the Hawks not picking Donovan Clingan, Stephon Castle’s draft stock, and the importance of UConn players making it to the NBA. Plus, we dive into recruiting updates from Dan Hurley and his strategy after winning back-to-back titles.

Show Notes

Intro:

Thanks for making Locked On UConn your first listen every day. We are free and available wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube as part of the Locked On Podcast Network—Your Team, Every Day.

Housekeeping:

The support on YouTube has been amazing. Please also download the audio version wherever you get your podcasts to help grow the Locked On UConn audience.

Do me two quick favors:

Click that subscribe button at the bottom of your screen.

Head over to Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts and hit that follow button.

Your support means everything to me. If you’re listening on any audio device, please drop us a 5-star review.

Special shout out to our everydayers! We now have rolled out our insider program. Get a 14-day free trial of Subtext for the latest insights, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive updates on UConn Basketball. Join our community for direct access to the host, special Q&A sessions, giveaways of gear, signed merchandise, and more. A percentage of the subscription will go to Bleeding Blue for Good.

Main Segment: NBA Draft Insights

Guest: Adam Zagoria

Discussing the potential regret the Hawks might have for not picking Donovan Clingan with the No. 1 overall pick.

Exploring the speculation around Stephon Castle possibly going as high as No. 1, and whether playing more of a role at UConn impacted his draft stock.

Examining if the Blazers’ lack of interest in Donovan Clingan would have led to the Spurs considering a double dip on UConn players.

Key Questions:

Why is the success of players like Alex Karaban, Tristen Newton, and Cam Spencer making it to the NBA so vital for validating UConn’s legacy?

What does producing two lottery picks following the successful drafts of Jordan Hawkins and Andre Jackson Jr. suggest about UConn’s capabilities in nurturing NBA-ready talent?

Could you share the different strategies or methods UConn employs to develop both highly-rated recruits and lesser-known prospects into top-tier players?

Recruiting Updates:

Danny Hurley on recruiting after winning back-to-back titles: “You’ve got greater access and there’s a lot more excitement on the other end of text messages and phone calls, but we’ve gotta get the people that are right for us.”

Next Steps:

Discuss potential destinations for Tristen Newton and Cam Spencer and whether they are likely to get drafted.

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Conclusion:

This has been another episode of Locked On UConn. I’m your host Mark Zanetto, asking you to stay locked in, stay connected, make sure your toughness meter is always rising, and as always, Go Huskies!

Locked On UConn - Why Dan Hurley and Co are Attracting Stars

In today's episode of Locked On UConn, Mark Zanetto dives into why Dan Hurley and his staff are attracting top-tier talent. Special guest Tobias Bass, a Scout/Analyst and Live News Editor for The Athletic, joins Mark to break down the recent interest in elite recruits, discuss specific top talents linked to UConn, and explore the broader recruiting landscape in college basketball. Enjoy insights, predictions, and thoughtful analysis in this packed episode.

Show Notes

Intro:

Host: Mark Zanetto

Special Guest: Tobias Bass, Scout/Analyst, Live News Editor for The Athletic, and Texas Tech Alum

Episode Title: Why Dan Hurley and Co are Attracting Stars

Housekeeping:

Shoutout to amazing YouTube support.

Encouraging listeners to download the audio version on Apple, Spotify, or wherever they get their podcasts.

Click subscribe on YouTube and follow on podcast platforms to never miss an episode.

Thanking listeners for their support and asking for 5-star reviews to grow the audience.

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Segment 1: Elite Recruiting and Top Talent

Introduction of Tobias Bass

Discussion Prompt: Why Dan Hurley is targeting top talent and breaking from the perceived 3 and 4-star development focus.

Conversation on Meleek Thomas and other notable high school recruits.

Segment 2: Potential UConn Recruits

Interactive segment: Mark names a player, Tobias gives his thoughts and a probability percentage (0-100%) on landing at UConn.

Players discussed:

AJ Dybantsa

Any chance of Boozer twins separating?

Chris Cenac

Acaden Lewis, Braylon Mullens, Nikola Bundalo

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Segment 3: Recruiting Strategy and Formula

Tobias discusses the recruiting formula for UConn and other title-contending teams.

Insights into how the recruiting landscape has evolved in college basketball.

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Discussion on what 4-star and above recruits should look for and how they should approach their decisions.

Analysis of other schools that have figured out recruiting beyond UConn.

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Segment 5: Coaching at Different Levels

Discussion on Dan Hurley's decision to turn down the Lakers.

Debate on whether NBA coaching is the pinnacle of coaching or more of a management role.

Comparisons to MLB managing roles (e.g., Aaron Boone, Alex Cora, Dusty Baker).

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Outro:

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Reminder to subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and stay connected.

Closing: "Stay locked in, stay connected, make sure your toughness meter is always rising, and as always, Go Huskies!"