In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry talk through Troy clinching the Sun Belt Tournament Championship with a 94-81 victory over Arkansas State, securing an automatic NCAA Tournament bid!
With bracket projections placing Troy as a 14-seed, the conversation shifts to SEC Tournament matchups in Nashville, where Auburn and Alabama are top contenders. Auburn’s Johni Broome is reportedly still not 100%, raising concerns about his health for the postseason, while Chad Baker-Mazara’s emotional play sparks debate on whether his intensity could be a liability. The hosts also announce their Bracket Challenge with Yellowhammer News, offering fans a chance to win a $1,000 travel voucher ahead of March Madness. Enter HERE!
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Guest analysts Brian Matthews and John Talty weigh in on Auburn’s tournament readiness, early spring football storylines, and the future of the College Football Playoff. Auburn’s quarterback battle between Jackson Arnold and Deuce Knight becomes a focal point of early spring practice discussions. Lighthearted moments include jokes about Nashville’s SEC Tournament atmosphere, the tradition of Kentucky fans dominating the event, and offbeat topics like Kevin Durant’s latest tantrum and NCAA Tournament travel packages.
