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The Assist with Kyle Tucker

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College Basketball
Transfer Portal
NCAA Tournament
Cayden Daughtry
NIL
Beckham Black
Florida Gators
University Of Connecticut
Michigan
Uconn
College Basketball Transfer Portal
Illinois
NBA Draft Combine
Kentucky
Analytics
Howard University
Todd Golden
Bracketing / NCAA Seeding
Duke University
Illinois Fighting Illini

The Assist with Kyle Tucker is your weekly source for everything college basketball. Join insider Kyle Tucker as he analyzes the transfer portal, breaks down recruiting cycles, and hosts exclusive interviews with coaches and players. In a sport that never stops changing, get the expert insight you need to stay informed. New episodes of The Assist drop once a week - hit follow and never miss an upd... more

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In this episode, we break down the end of the grassroots high school basketball season and Cayden Daughtry's absolute takeover at the Peach Jam tournament,

The Assist with Kyle Tucker is your weekly source for everything college basketball. Join ins... more

Travis Branham and Eric Bossi join Kyle to preview Peach Jam and talk about the race to replace 2027 No. 1 recruit Marcus Spears Jr. after he reclassified to 2026 and picked Texas.

The trio also discussed whether there's a trend developing after th... more

In this special episode of The Assist, host Kyle Tucker sits down with former Washington Wizards star John Wall in Washington, D.C.. Wall dives deep into his new, highly involved role as President of Basketball Operations at Howard University, explai... more

Kyle Tucker and CBS Sports' Matt Norlander break down the biggest winners and storylines of the college basketball offseason now that the transfer portal and NBA draft withdrawal deadlines have passed. They highlight standout roster moves and player ... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Bossi
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24-7 Sports
Episode: Can Beckham Black Fend Off Challengers For The No. 1 Spot? | Peach Jam Preview | The Assist Ep. 14
Travis Branham
Basketball analyst, 24-7 Sports
24-7 Sports
Episode: Can Beckham Black Fend Off Challengers For The No. 1 Spot? | Peach Jam Preview | The Assist Ep. 14
John Wall
Former NBA All-Star, newly appointed President of Basketball Operations at Howard University
Howard University
Episode: John Wall’s Next Chapter: Howard University, Front Office Dreams & the Wizards' New #1 Pick | The Assist Ep. 13
Matt Norlander
CBS Sports analyst focused on college basketball
CBS Sports
Episode: College Basketball’s Wild West Free Agency with Matt Norlander | The Assist: Ep. 12
Jonathan Safir
Florida Assistant Coach
Florida Gators
Episode: Florida Basketball Assistant Coach Jonathan Safir on NIL, Roster Retention, and the SEC | The Assist: Ep. 11
Issac Trotter
College basketball media member who was in Chicago covering the Combine
24/7 Sports
Episode: How the NBA Combine Became a Multi-Million Dollar NIL Recruiting Event | The Assist: Ep. 9
Neel Ganta
Illinois' Director of Player Personnel (GM-like role)
Illinois
Episode: The Future of College Hoops: Inside the Roster Construction with Illinois' Neel Ganta
Adam Finkelstein
Basketball analyst
Episode: How Louisville & Tennessee CRUSHED the Transfer Portal (And Why Kentucky is Sweating) | The Assist: Ep. 7
Isaac Trotter
Portal and transfer portal analyst
24-7 Sports, CBS
Episode: College Basketball Transfer Portal Winners, Losers, & Final Day Chaos | The Assist: Ep. 5

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Kyle Tucker
Host of The Assist with Kyle Tucker

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • A+ work from a great writer & person

    Had the pleasure of meeting Kyle when we talked in my Sportscards shop about Reed Sheppard during his Kentucky explosion. I had read Kyle for YEARS and it was truly an awesome moment personally just to talk hoops and Kentucky basketball with him in person. When he came back to start this podcast it was an immediate subscribe because he has always had wonderful insight and perspective on a sport we love very, very much here in this town and in my own home. Love his insight and honesty on what he ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HoopsJunkie
    United States2 months ago
  • Give it a try, you won’t regret it!

    Kyle Tucker knows ball so why wouldn’t you have his show in the rotation?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sean5434
    United States3 months ago

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The show's guest mix is consistently relevant and well-connected to current cycles.
Fans value the practical takeaways on NIL and transfer moves for program-building.
Listeners praise deep basketball knowledge and clear insights from insiders.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Can Beckham Black Fend Off Challengers For The No. 1 Spot? | Peach Jam Preview | The Assist Ep. 14
Q: Is Beckham Black the clear No. 1 in the class, or could CJ Rosser challenge him for the top spot?
Beckham Black has a strong case based on impact and floor leadership, but CJ Rosser is acknowledged as a top talent with long-term upside, potentially unseating him depending on Peach Jam performances.
Can Beckham Black Fend Off Challengers For The No. 1 Spot? | Peach Jam Preview | The Assist Ep. 14
Q: How big a deal is Marcus Spears Jr. reclassifying to 2026 for Texas and the class overall?
They discuss NIL implications, development considerations, and how the move reflects a broader trend of players reclassifying for earlier college eligibility, which could affect the balance of the 2026 class and Texas' recruiting strategy.
John Wall’s Next Chapter: Howard University, Front Office Dreams & the Wizards' New #1 Pick | The Assist Ep. 13
Q: How do NIL and roster management influence Howard's program strategy from your perspective?
Wall discusses understanding the NIL landscape, budget considerations, and the need to balance talent with financial realities while building a culture.
John Wall’s Next Chapter: Howard University, Front Office Dreams & the Wizards' New #1 Pick | The Assist Ep. 13
Q: What advice do you give AJ Dybantsa as he joins the Wizards organization as a rookie?
He emphasizes leadership, aura, swag, and consistency, and stresses the importance of working hard and engaging with the community.
John Wall’s Next Chapter: Howard University, Front Office Dreams & the Wizards' New #1 Pick | The Assist Ep. 13
Q: First, how did this opportunity come about for you at Howard?
Wall explains the process of being invited and how the role fits with his long-term goal to learn the business side of basketball and eventually run an NBA franchise.

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This show targets college basketball fans who want sharp, left-brain and right-brain analysis of rosters, transfers, and NIL dynamics. Episodes center on the transfer portal, recruiting cycles, and insider interviews with coaches and players, often tying on-court performance to off-court market forces. A standout is the consistent emphasis on how NIL and portal activity reshape team-building and the sport's investment in recruitment, with frequent guest insights from analytics-minded reporters and seasoned coaches. This combination makes it valuable for listeners who want actionable takeaways for talent strategy, brand partnerships, or media outreach in college basketball.

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1. Eric Bossi
2. Travis Branham
3. John Wall
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5. Jonathan Safir
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