UConn Sends a Message, Rick Pitino Rips the Johnnies, and Purdue's Shocking Loss With J. Kyle Mann

The Ringer's Tate Frazier is joined by J. Kyle Mann to discuss NBA All-Star Weekend, Adam Silver's comments about the NBA G League and NIL, and wonder whether the war on college basketball is over (2:07). Then they discuss the NCAA's  top 16 seeds, UConn destroying no. 4 Marquette, Purdue falling to Ohio State, Kentucky-Auburn, and Rick Pitno's harsh post-game comments following St. John's loss to Seton Hall (24:50). Finally they close the show with some shoutouts including Utah's game-winner vs. UCLA, Duke Freshman Jared McCain, Florida, Providence guard Devin Carter, Steve Pikiell's KenPom beef, and more (58:33), before rattling off some games to watch this week (1:20:09).  Host: Tate Frazier Guest: J. Kyle Mann Producer: Kyle Crichton OSP Live: Join Tate in North Carolina for a live show at Carolina Theatre of Durham on Friday, March 8. Tickets HERE The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices