Larry Smith recaps a packed Final Four weekend from Indianapolis and sets the stage for the national championship showdown between Michigan and UConn. With insights from bracket expert Jerry Palm, the conversation dives into Michigan’s dominant run, UConn’s dynasty-level consistency, and the key factors—like injuries and depth—that could decide the title.

Plus, a historic moment in women’s college basketball as UCLA captures its first NCAA-era championship, powered by a rare six-senior roster that stayed together through the NIL era. Larry and Producer Tony also break down the evolving landscape of college hoops—from transfer portal chaos to coaching carousel drama at North Carolina—and what it all means moving forward.

It’s also Masters Week, MLB headlines are heating up, and the show wraps with a “Moment of Awe” revisiting Duke’s dominant 1992 title over Michigan’s Fab Five.

Live from Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Larry Smith previews a wide-open Final Four featuring Michigan, Arizona, Illinois, and UConn, with insights on parity in college basketball and what makes this year’s field unique. USA Today NFL Trending Reporter Aryton Ostly joins the show to break down the latest draft storylines, including quarterback movement, under-the-radar prospects, and how roster-building strategies are shifting across the league. Producer Tony sits down with longtime NBA executive Pete Babcock to discuss his book Courts of Justice: A Life in Basketball and Activism, sharing powerful stories about leadership, community impact, and using sports to bridge social divides. The show also tackles the NBA’s controversial 65-game rule and how it could impact awards races involving stars like Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham. Plus, a full breakdown of both the men’s and women’s Final Four matchups, and a Moment of Awe honoring Tennessee’s 2005 national championship led by Candace Parker and legendary coach Pat Summitt.

It’s Friday Eve on Sports IQ, and we’re locked in on Final Four weekend. Larry Smith breaks down the latest headlines across college basketball, including Bill Self returning to Kansas, key injuries to watch heading into Indianapolis, and why this year’s tournament path feels different in today’s college sports landscape. We’re joined by Eric Hansen of BlueandGold.com for a deep dive into Notre Dame football and women’s basketball — from transfer portal strategy and playoff snubs to the rise of Hannah Hidalgo and what’s next for the Irish. Plus, Brian Barnhart, voice of Illinois basketball, shares the emotion behind the Illini’s run to the Final Four and why this team might be built to finish the job. We also hit NBA storylines, NFL moves, and the evolving reality of college athletics — from NIL to the transfer portal reshaping how teams are built. And in today’s Moment of Awe, we rewind to 1990 when UNLV delivered one of the most dominant title game performances ever, crushing Duke 103-73 behind Anderson Hunt’s 29 points — a historic win that still stands as the last by a non-power conference champion.