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Entering his sixth season as Spartans head coach, Tim Miles gives us an update on the Spartans’ 2026-27 roster, featuring 12 new players ranging from experienced transfers to high-upside freshmen.We also discuss the multimillion-dollar investment in Spartan Basketball, Tim’s induction into multiple Halls of Fame, his dress code for home games this season, and plenty more.
1d ago19 min
With the Mountain West not releasing a preseason poll for the 2026 season, Nick unveils his power rankings for every team in the conference heading into the fall. He breaks down the outlook for newcomers Northern Illinois, North Dakota State, and UTEP, explains why Wyoming has boom potential, discusses why Air Force could be poised for a breakout season and much more.
Jul 71h 2m
One of the most anticipated NBA Drafts in recent memory is officially in the books, as college basketball's biggest freshman stars came off the board with the first eight picks.Joining the podcast to break down the results is SiriusXM NBA Radio host David Shepard.We discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo landing with the Miami Heat, LaMelo Ball being traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the next steps for the Charlotte Hornets, and our biggest winners and losers from both rounds of the NBA Draft.
Jun 2531 min
We're two months away from the start of the 2026-27 college football season, and with it comes a new era in the Mountain West. San Jose State football will represent the league with a 13 game schedule this season. Nick Urias is back talking Spartan football, ranking every opponent on the schedule from easiest to toughest. He breaks down notable returners from each team, examines SJSU's challenging non-conference slate, and shares his thoughts on Mountain West newcomers Northern Illinois, North Dakota State and UTEP.
Jun 231h 23m
San Jose State football’s spring showcase and practices have concluded, and Nick returns to break down the latest headlines heading into the 2026 season, including notable departures, offseason additions, positional battles, coaching changes, and more.
Apr 2255 min
With the NBA Playoffs starting on Saturday, Nick recaps the first four games of the NBA Play-In Tournament, where the Golden State Warriors, Charlotte Hornets, and Portland Trail Blazers secured clutch-time victories. He then previews Friday’s Play-In action and looks ahead to first-round playoff matchups, offering picks and predictions for each series.
Apr 171h 14m
The madness of March was in full effect during the Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight, featuring clutch buckets and improbable results. Nick shares his thoughts on the dominance of Arizona after watching them live in the West Regional, Houston’s poor game plan against Illinois, Iowa’s Ben McCollum climbing the coaching ranks, the shot of a lifetime in UConn vs. Duke, and plenty more.
Mar 311h 3m
After the ups and downs, the tiebreakers, and months of teams cannibalizing one another, the Mountain West tournament bracket is finally set.Joining the podcast is Jonathan Canas from KSJS to dissect San Jose State’s first-round matchup with Boise State. We revisit the previous two meetings, hear from SJSU head coach Tim Miles on Round 3 between the Spartans and Broncos, and share our keys to the game for a potential all-time upset.We also dive into the Mountain West tournament bracket and discuss the stakes for several teams, who we trust the most, which teams got the most favorable draw, who might have the biggest crowd advantage, and much more. Twitter: https://x.com/NickUrias_
Mar 1053 min
Conference tournament week is in full effect as Selection Sunday quickly approaches. Joining the podcast to refresh the at-large bubble for the NCAA Tournament is Rocco Miller, bracketologist for Bracketeer. We discuss how valuable the Wins Above Bubble (WAB) metric is in the selection process and what's on the line for Santa Clara, Stanford, Cal, SMU, New Mexico, and Auburn—teams currently on the edge of being in or out of the field.We also preview some of our favorite mid-major conference tournaments, including the Big Sky, CAA, Missouri Valley, and Summit League, while discussing just how wide open the Mountain West race is right now.
Mar 655 min
After securing their first true road win of the season, Nick recaps San Jose State’s 86-80 victory over Air Force. Looking ahead to Saturday, Spartans head coach Tim Miles previews a scorching-hot Colorado State team coming into town and discusses his relationship with Rams head coach Ali Farokhmanesh.Also joining the podcast to preview San Jose State-Colorado State is Steve Ivy, host of the Cracker’s College Hoops podcast. We break down the Rams’ up-and-down season, Year 3 for CSU forward Rashaan Mbemba, the final season of this era in the Mountain West, and share some fun Tim Miles stories.
Feb 2748 min
After several upsets in the Mountain West this past week, Nick updates the standings and shares his thoughts on Nevada’s biggest win of the season over Utah State, Colorado State riding a perfect month of February, New Mexico avoiding disaster in Fresno, and Grand Canyon’s surprising loss to Wyoming. Then, we pivot to San Jose State’s 84-69 loss at Boise State and look ahead to Tuesday and Wednesday’s action around the league, including the Spartans’ next game at Air Force.
Feb 2455 min
After San Jose State's biggest win of the season against Nevada, Nick recaps what went well in the Spartans' 87-71 victory in the Bay Area. SJSU head coach Tim Miles also previews Saturday's upcoming game at Boise State and discusses what he hopes will carry over from Tuesday's home win. We also update the Mountain West standings, including Grand Canyon's 2-0 road trip highlighted by a win at San Diego State.
Feb 2044 min
As we transition into February hoops, Nick recaps some significant Mountain West results from the weekend, including Grand Canyon’s enormous results, San Diego State’s bounce-back road victory in Las Vegas, and New Mexico continuing to defend its home court. Later on, Jonathan Canas joins the podcast to preview Boise State at San Jose State, along with the remainder of Tuesday’s action.San Jose State at Wyoming - 11:15San Diego State at UNLV - 16:25Grand Canyon at Nevada - 21:06Nevada at New Mexico - 27:09Jonathan Canas on Boise State-San Jose State - 32:38Preview/Prediction of Tuesday in the MW - 54:10
Jan 271h 11m
After another Tuesday in the Mountain West, Nick recaps all four games on the slate, including Fresno State’s home win, UNLV’s overtime victory against Boise State, the shorthanded Spartans earning their first league win, and New Mexico dispatching Grand Canyon. He also takes a look at the remaining Mountain West games for the week and the key storylines to watch.
Jan 1456 min
Champions will be crowned this weekend around college football with conference championships starting Friday. Joining the podcast to preview all nine games is Colby Dant from SGPN. We talk about the success of two first year head coaches with Kennesaw State-Jacksonville State, James Madison chances of the College Football Playoff with a win, the wild dynamics in the American with both North Texas & Tulane head coaches taking new jobs, Mountain West Championship Round 3 and plenty more.2:40 Conference USA: Kennesaw State at Jacksonville State11:40 Sun Belt: Troy at James Madison21:16 American: North Texas at Tulane36:37 Mountain West: UNLV at Boise State47:39 BIG12: BYU-Texas Tech57:25 MAC: Western Michigan-Miami Ohio1:05:38 SEC: Alabama-Georgia1:11:18 BIG10: Indiana-Ohio State1:15:39 ACC: Duke-Virginia1:26:39 Talking Out Wild CFP Scenarios
Dec 31h 41m
The 2025-26 college basketball season is officially underway, and we now have a two-week sample size on every team. Nick shares his thoughts and analysis on each Mountain West squad, breaking down the early positives and concerns. He explains why we should be cautious about the hot starts from Wyoming and Fresno State, and discusses the opportunities ahead for the league as Feast Week approaches.5:16 Utah State Aggies16:14 Colorado State Rams24:28 Wyoming Cowboys30:00 Boise State Broncos37:07 New Mexico Lobos43:40 Fresno State Bulldogs51:05 Nevada Wolfpack59:14 UNLV Rebels1:06:12 San Diego State Aztecs1:17:00 Grand Canyon Antelopes1:21:00 San Jose State Spartans1:29:20 Air Force Falcons1:33:20 Outro
Nov 201h 37m
With Week 11 of the college football season in the books, the championship races are heating up especially in the Mountain West. Nick breaks down the current standings while recapping the weekend's action, including Hawai'i's statement win over San Diego State. Then, he pivots to Week 12 to preview the high-leverage matchups across the conference and beyond, and dives into the battle between the American and the Sun Belt for the Group of Five's playoff sport as the regular season heads down the stretch. 0:00 Mountain West Standings8:46 Air Force at San Jose State24:55 Nevada at Utah State31:22 UNLV at Colorado State35:05 San Diego State at Hawaii47:18 Week 11 Top 25 Noteworthy Results1:01:47 American Standings & Stakes in Week 121:05:36 Sun Belt Madness & CFP Chances1:12:00 Group of Five: Games of the Week1:16:00 Mountain West Week 12: Air Force at UConn1:16:56 Colorado State at New Mexico1:17:51 San Jose State at Nevada1:19:30 Utah State at UNLV1:21:28 Boise State at San Diego State1:24:12 Wyoming at Fresno State 1:26:56 Top 25 Game of the Week: Texas at Georgia
Nov 111h 32m
Week 10 in the Mountain West didn’t disappoint! Nick recaps San Jose State’s win over Hawaii, Fresno State’s huge statement against Boise State on the blue turf, San Diego State’s smooth win over Wyoming, and Air Force’s ongoing struggles after falling to Army. Plus, he shares his biggest Top 25 takeaways and looks ahead to what’s coming in Week 11 around the Mountain West.
Nov 51h 10m
After a week removed from Mountain West Basketball Media Day and with the season openers approaching in early November, Nick breaks down all eleven Mountain West squads on the hardwood. In these team previews, he covers key additions, notable departures, and non-conference schedules, along with overall expectations for each roster. Between San Diego State’s returning production, Grand Canyon’s maturity and home-court advantage, several first-year head coaches, and plenty of new faces across the league, the Mountain West is primed for another intriguing season with the expectation of earning multiple bids to the NCAA Tournament.
Oct 301h 25m
San Jose State football returns to the primetime window Friday night as the Spartans head to Logan, Utah, to take on the Utah State Aggies. Joining the podcast is Jason Walker, Utah State sports writer and radio host, to preview the matchup. We recap Week 7 road losses for both teams, discuss Bronco Mendenhall’s rebuilding efforts in Year 1, the development of quarterback Bryson Barnes, the coaching connections between both programs, and the uncertainty surrounding San Jose State’s injuries.
Oct 1540 min
Week 7 of the college football season brought plenty of chaos across the Mountain West. Joining the podcast is Emily Van Buskirk, college football writer and podcaster. We discuss San Jose State’s loss at Wyoming, the emergence of San Diego State quarterback Jayden Denegal, and the strong first halves from Hawaii and UNLV. We also dive into big weekends for Indiana, Texas Tech, and BYU, plus the latest on the coaching carousel with openings at Penn State, Oregon State and UAB.
Oct 1457 min
After earning their first conference win against New Mexico, San Jose State heads to Laramie to take on the Wyoming Cowboys. Joining the podcast is Alex Taylor, University of Wyoming beat writer, as we preview the Week 7 matchup. We break down San Jose State’s balanced offense against Wyoming’s physical defensive front, the Cowboys’ skill-position depth amid injuries, and who can slow down Spartan wide receiver Danny Scudero — the nation’s leader in receiving yards.
Oct 1026 min
Our first major college football weekend, featuring high-profile games and results, has come to a close. Jonathan Canas joins the podcast once again as we break down the notable Top 25 results and Mountain West action. We recap San Jose State's loss at Stanford, Hawaii's road win at Air Force, San Diego State's elite defense, and more. We also preview the Week 6 action, with every team now in Mountain West play.
Oct 11h 9m
After a 1–3 start, San Jose State football kicks off Mountain West play this Friday as they host the New Mexico Lobos, who come in with a strong 3–1 non-conference record. Joining the podcast this week to talk Spartans and Lobos is Sean Reider of the Albuquerque Journal. We dive into the defensive strategy for the Spartan defense against the Lobos offense, the development of Lobo quarterback Jack Layne, the one-sided dominance of SJSU in the series, and the upward trajectory of the New Mexico football program.
Oct 134 min
Week 5 of the college football season features some of the most high-profile games of the year. Jonathan Canas joins the podcast to break down the Top 25 matchups and take a deep dive into San Jose State vs. Stanford, as well as the rest of the Mountain West, now that we have a four-game sample size.
Sep 241h
The 69th edition of the Bill Walsh Legacy Game is taking place this Saturday in Palo Alto, as San Jose State and Stanford renew their rivalry. Joining the podcast to break down the game is Dylan Grausz, Sports Writer for Stanford on SI. We chat about last year’s 34–31 win for SJSU, Micah Ford and the Cardinal ground attack, Stanford wide receiver CJ Williams matching up against SJSU cornerback Jaylen Thomas, our keys to the game and the future outlook for Stanford football.
Sep 2435 min
College Football Week 2 is on tap, so we’re revisiting everything from Week 1 across the Mountain West — from Boise State’s disappointment at South Florida to impressive wins by Wyoming and Air Force, plus how the Mountain West fared against the American. We also look ahead to this weekend’s slate with 11 of the 12 teams in action
Sep 542 min
After a loss in their home opener, San Jose State travels to Austin to take on the seventh-ranked Texas Longhorns. Cory Mose joins the podcast as we recap both teams' Week 1 performances, discuss how this matchup could benefit both programs in the long run, set expectations for each offense and more.
Sep 427 min
It’s a full slate of Mountain West action to kick off Week 1, starting Thursday. Before looking ahead, Nick recaps Week 0, including Hawaii’s walk-off win over Stanford. He then breaks down why Boise State has the edge over South Florida, key matchups for Utah State and Wyoming, and the physical battle between San Jose State and Central Michigan. Beyond the Mountain West, Nick dives into LSU–Clemson, Texas–Ohio State, and why he’s keeping a close eye on Oregon State, Cal, Florida Atlantic, and UNC
Aug 281h 12m
College football is here! Week 0 serves up a five-game appetizer featuring long-standing rivalries, new regimes, and rosters looking to build off 2024. Nick breaks down Farmageddon in Dublin between Iowa State and Kansas State, Fresno State’s new era and early challenge, UNLV’s revamped offense and defense against Idaho State, an air raid showdown between Sam Houston State and Western Kentucky, and Hawaii’s pursuit of a bowl season starting with Stanford
Aug 2055 min
Week 1 of the college football season is rapidly approaching, and that means San Jose State vs. Central Michigan in the Bay Area is nearly here. The Spartans open a highly anticipated 2025 campaign against a Chippewas team in transition. Joining us to preview the primetime matchup is Adam Jaksa, TV and Radio Voice of Central Michigan Athletics. We dive into first-year head coach Matt Drinkall, scheme and personnel changes on both sides of the ball, key matchups to watch, some broadcasting talk and more.
Aug 1545 min
The NBA Draft is in the books, with Cooper Flagg selected first overall by the Dallas Mavericks. Nick breaks down why the San Antonio Spurs, Charlotte Hornets, and Indiana Pacers were among the big winners, while the New Orleans Pelicans, Toronto Raptors and Brooklyn Nets fell short. He also shares his favorite mid-to-late first-round picks who could make a long-term impact on their new franchises.
Jul 251 min
Game 7 of the NBA Finals is in the books, and the Oklahoma City Thunder are your 2025 NBA Champions. Nick breaks down the Thunder’s dominant second half in the winner-take-all clash, fueled by their relentless defense. He also reflects on the Indiana Pacers’ improbable playoff run, giving props to Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam, and Andrew Nembhard. Plus, we look back at the Thunder’s five-year journey to a title, beginning with the Paul George trade.
Jun 2541 min
The NBA Playoffs roll into the second round as the Golden State Warriors and Denver Nuggets punch their tickets with crucial Game 7 wins. We share our final thoughts on the Warriors-Rockets series and the Clippers' disappointing exit. Plus, we discuss expectations for the Warriors with Steph Curry's injury heading into Game 2, and the surprising dominance of road teams early in Round Two.
May 943 min
The first round of the NBA Playoffs is wrapping up, and Jonathan Canas joins us to revisit all the key storylines. We dive into the situation in Memphis and why it might be the league’s least desirable coaching gig, how the Timberwolves exposed the Lakers, and the intensity of the Warriors-Rockets series. We wrap up with a look ahead to the Conference Semifinals, sharing our series predictions and the most intriguing matchups.
May 246 min
The first round of the NBA Playoffs tips off Saturday, and joining us to break down every Western and Eastern Conference series are Jonathan Canas and Lewis Geist. We dive into the physicality of Warriors-Rockets, the 'Wall vs. the Altitude' in Clippers-Nuggets, concerns about the Bucks' health, the impact of first-year and interim head coaches, and the most intriguing home court environments in the playoffs.
Apr 1836 min
College basketball conference tournaments are underway, and to break down the madness before the NCAA Tournament, we're joined by Bracketologist & Analyst Rocco Miller. We discuss the top Mountain West teams and what's at stake in Las Vegas, the possibility of a two-bid Big West with UC Irvine and UC San Diego, the Drake Bulldogs' chances in March, and the conference tournaments we're most excited to watch.
Mar 647 min
With two weeks remaining in the Mountain West regular season, we check in on the conference standings. Jonathan Canas joins us to break down San Jose State's road trip to Utah State and Wyoming, Boise State's at-large hopes, the top teams in the West Coast Conference, and which Top 25 teams are the real deal right now.
Feb 2140 min
San Jose State drop another close game against San Diego State losing 69-66. Jonathan Canas joins the conversation to talk about the tale of two halves for the Spartan's, the impact of Josh Uduje and Will McClendon's injuries, the key to a home win against Nevada on Friday and more.
Feb 1425 min
The Big Game is set in New Orleans as the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles square off once again on the biggest stage—a Super Bowl rematch from two years ago. We break down the game script, why this year's matchup is expected to be lower-scoring than past Super Bowls, and why some of the Chiefs' deeper reserves could play key roles on offense. Plus, we highlight the matchup of the game: Jalen Hurts vs. Steve Spagnuolo.
Feb 934 min
Coming to you LIVE from Save Mart Center in Fresno, California as San Jose State defeat Fresno State 94-91 in 2OT. Jonathan Canas joins the show to talk the insane momentum swings of the ball game and the outbursts of Spartan guards, Josh Uduje and Latrell Davis. We also preview Friday's matchup between San Jose State & Boise State and discuss the season trajectory of Spartan basketball as we get closer to March.
Feb 541 min
Following San Jose State's 67-58 home victory, we break down Latrell Davis' career performance, the Spartans' strong defensive showing and Wyoming's struggles with inconsistent lineup combinations. Plus, we discuss why it's time to rule out the Nevada Wolfpack as a Mountain West contender after their disappointing home loss to San Diego State. With a month left in the regular season, we also spotlight the Kennesaw State Owls as a mid-major team to watch in Conference USA that can cause havoc in their conference tournament.
Jan 2843 min
With an over a month to spare in the college basketball regular season, we converse with Jonathan Canas and Lewis Geist addressing the Mountain West standings. We address UNLV's rollercoaster season, San Diego State's near disaster in Colorado Springs and preview San Jose State-Wyoming this Saturday. We also chat about the depth of the West Coast Conference and the dreadful Miami Hurricane's.
Jan 2441 min
San Jose State gets the upset of the year so far in the Mountain West after a 71-70 win in their home building. We talk about how the Spartan's broke through late, the impact of the Donavan Yap injury for SJSU, what the loss means for New Mexico's resume and more.
Jan 1625 min
After a packed weekend of college basketball in the Mountain West, we share thoughts on San Jose State's first conference victory at Air Force and preview Tuesday's home matchup against New Mexico. We also dive into the game of the year so far between Boise State and Utah State, New Mexico's dominant win over San Diego State, Nevada's breakthrough victory at Fresno State and Nique Clifford leading Colorado State to another win.
Jan 141h 5m
San Jose State loses another nail-biter at home against the ranked Utah State Aggies. We break down their most recent three game stretch and a must-win game against Air Force on Saturday. We also touch on the other games in the Mountain West that were played on Tuesday addressing New Mexico's historic start, the feisty Wyoming Cowboys and the erratic Fresno State Bulldogs.
Jan 949 min
After an eventful weekend of Mountain West action on the hardwood, Nick gives his postgame thoughts on the tough home loss for San Jose State against Boise State and Utah State stealing another road game. We address why the Spartan's will continue to be feisty, the well-coached Aggies and the tale of two halves for San Diego State.
Dec 3034 min
After nearly two months of basketball action, Jonathan Canas returns to the podcast to break down every Mountain West team and share our thoughts on each squad as conference play begins. We also preview San Jose State's conference home opener against Boise State, discussing why it’s a tricky matchup for the Broncos and the storyline surrounding Alvaro Cardenas' return to the Bay Area.
Dec 2842 min
San Jose State has a chance to secure a win against a Top 25 opponent for the first time in nearly a decade as they face UNLV this week. Joining the podcast is Ryan Gilder, former Sports Editor for The Scarlet & Gray. We dive into how both offenses could shine, the challenges posed by the Rebels' defense and take a broader look at the Mountain West, including Boise State's postseason potential.
Nov 2129 min
After securing bowl eligibility, San Jose State is set for one of the biggest home games in over a decade as they host the 13th-ranked Boise State Broncos. Joining the podcast this week is Ron Counts from HERO Sports. We discuss the tight series between these teams over the past five years, the standout talents of Ashton Jeanty and Nick Nash, key defensive absences that could have a huge impact, and much more.
Nov 1425 min
