New Mexico’s Richard Pitino is making great progress with the program and has the Lobos off to a 16-2 start. With huge road wins at Saint Mary’s and San Diego State, the Lobos are back in the national spotlight. Is their dynamic back-court the best in the country? How were they able to build the program back up after some down years? Why the Mountain West Conference is in a healthy spot. And how getting home court advantage back has rejuvenated the town and the players in the program. Plus, parity rules! And four first-team All Americans have emerged.

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College Hoops Today with Jon Rothstein - New Mexico's Richard Pitino

New Mexico's Richard Pitino is looking to get the Lobos back into the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2014! Why he’s extremely happy with the Lobos’ 18-4 start but also knows there’s a lot of basketball left to be played. Are they the best in the Mountain West? How the next few weeks will truly define their season. Why the fan basses in the Mountain West are second to none. Why the Mountain West must take over the West with the Pac-12 dissolving. Just how good is the backcourt of Mashburn Jr., House, and Dent? Why it’s all about consistency and building stability. What are the biggest keys for this team to have postseason success? And why future non-conference schedules will be challenging to fill out. Plus, UConn continues to separate itself from the field. Where’s the defense, Kentucky? And Big Ten blues?

College Hoops Today with Jon Rothstein – New Mexico's Richard Pitino

New Mexico’s Richard Pitino is looking to finish strong after a 20-4 start! Don’t miss our conversation with coach! Plus, St. John’s with a statement win. And discussing how five teams in the SEC are all vying for a number one seed in the NCAA Tournament.

College Hoops Today with Jon Rothstein – New Mexico’s Richard Pitino

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