Justin Michael opens with an intro on the state of college basketball and how much things have changed over the last 18 months in the NIL era. He talks about increasing player movement and why roster turnover will be continue to be more common with the current rules, so it’s time we all get used to it. Justin then gives…
Colorado State will have some new faces in the locker room next fall. In addition to forward Rashaan Mbemba (6-foot-7) and guard Kyan Evans (6-foot-2), both of whom signed last November, there will be at least three more new players on the team in the 2023-24 season, potentially more depending on what happens with Isaiah Stevens or if anyone else…
Justin Michael does a brief introduction on the runs in the NCAA Tournament from Florida Atlantic and San Diego State. He then plays audio from his interview with Niko Medved on the success of the Aztecs, as well as what it meant to him to see Furman upset Virginia (6:38). Finally, Justin talks about the state of the roster for…
After four years in a Colorado State uniform, John Tonje has decided to enter the transfer portal and use his final season of eligibility elsewhere. The 6-foot-5, 210-pound guard began his career as a rotational player for the Rams back in the 2019-20 season, and eventually established himself as a key sixth man during CSU’s three-year run of 20+ win…
LAS VEGAS — Colorado State’s 2022-23 season came to an end with Thursday’s 64-61 loss to No. 20 San Diego State. While the Rams were unable to complete what would have been an epic upset over the best team in the Mountain West, they did battle admirably in each of their games in the conference tournament. Had a few things gone…
Justin Michael starts the show with postgame audio from head coach Niko Medved before diving into his takeaways from a heartbreaking loss to No. 20 San Diego State at the Thomas and Mack Center. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE! iTunes Link | Stitcher Link |Spotify Link | Google Play DNVR March Madness Pool: https://play.runyourpool.com/dnvr BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1441546/10874 TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3fwCPha Breck Brew Ultimate Gameday…
Justin Michael gives his takeaways from Friday’s 92-84 win over New Mexico and talks about whether or not it’s something the Rams can reproduce in the conference tournament. He also plays postgame audio from Isaiah Stevens and John Tonje on where their mindset is at on the possibility of returning for a fifth season. (20:10) Finally, Justin plays audio from…
In his basketball cathedral, Isaiah Stevens is a maestro. Always in control, calmly conducting his teammates through the chaos, and calling on the right section to play their part, Stevens’ ability to feel the moment and consistently lead his teammates in harmony is incredibly special. Coming into Friday’s game, Stevens already had more assists than any basketball player in school…
Isaiah Stevens and John Tonje have played a combined 231 games in a Colorado State uniform. Over the last four years, the duo have logged 6,387 minutes for the Rams. Game-winning shots, 30-point performances, there isn’t much that Stevens and Tonje have not done over the course of their careers. On Friday night, when the Rams needed a win to…
Justin Michael breaks down Friday night’s 84-71 victory over Wyoming in the annual ‘Orange Out’ game. Justin talks about monster performances from Isaiah Stevens, James Moors and John Tonje, as well as some crucial key moments from the rotation. Justin also plays postgame audio from Niko Medved and gives his general takeaways from the night. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE! iTunes…
No. 22 San Diego State showed why they are in position to win the Mountain West regular season title in Tuesday’s 77-58 victory over Colorado State. Playing in their home arena, the Aztecs had six different players score 9 or more points in what was a display of great depth and experience. Jason LeDee, a transfer forward from TCU, led…
Justin Michael breaks down Saturday’s wild comeback win at Fresno State. Throughout the podcast Justin goes into what the Rams did well, as well as where they need to improve. He also explains why he’s been encouraged by the growth we’ve seen from the squad over the course of the conference slate. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE! iTunes Link | Stitcher Link |Spotify Link | Google…
Colorado State seemed destined for heartbreak once again on Saturday afternoon. The Rams trailed Fresno State by as much as 11 in the second half and were even down 5 with 39 seconds left in the game. After the Bulldogs missed a couple of important free throws in the final minute though, the Rams took advantage of the situation and…
Not much has gone to plan for the Colorado State Rams this season. After falling 80-78 to Boise State on Wednesday night, CSU now sits at 11-15, 3-10. The Rams have lost five straight at Moby Arena, and 11 of the last 15 games overall. And unfortunately for the Green & Gold, while you do hope for a strong finish…
Justin Michael starts the show by referencing what Niko Medved said following a tough loss to Utah State over the weekend. He then breaks down Colorado State’s 69-53 win over Air Force in Colorado Springs and talks about everything the Rams did well in this one. Justin talks about the tremendous decision making from everyone in the rotation, a solid…
Colorado State snapped a five-game losing streak with a 69-53 road victory over Air Force on Tuesday night. Led by John Tonje (21) and Isaiah Stevens (20) who combined for 41 points on 18-of-27 shooting, the Rams were able to efficiently attack the Falcons with one of the more impressive offensive showings of the season. Whether it was attacking the…
Isaiah Stevens reminded folks why he’s one of the most respected point guards in the country on Sunday night. With the Rams missing two key guards, Tavi Jackson and Jalen Lake, both of which play at least 25 minutes a night, the senior point guard played 39 minutes in a true road environment and finished with a game-high 23 points…
Welcome back, Isaiah Stevens. The senior point guard made his season debut in Wednesday’s 87-71 win over Loyola Marymount. Had you gone into the night with no knowledge of his preseason injury, you wouldn’t have guessed he had one based on the way that he played. Stevens opened the game by draining a mid-range jumper and followed it up with…
Colorado State is off to a 3-0 start following Monday night’s 77-52 beatdown of Weber State. In the win over the visiting Wildcats the Rams pretty much dominated from wire to wire. CSU held Weber State to just 34% shooting from the floor in what was a tremendous defensive showing. The Rams were impressive offensively as well, hitting half of…
A new era of Rams basketball kicked off Monday night with a dramatic 65-63 victory over Gardner-Webb University. With no David Roddy or Isaiah Stevens in the lineup for the first time since Niko Medved’s first season back in 2018-19, Colorado State struggled on both ends of the floor in the first half of the 2022-23 season opener. Colorado State…