In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, our hosts, John and Barry focus on the Final Four!
They kick it off discussing Alabama’s 20-point loss to Duke and Auburn’s dominant win over Michigan State, setting up an SEC-heavy championship run. They emphasize that the four remaining teams—Auburn, Duke, Florida, and Houston—each feature players with NBA-level talent, a key factor in tournament success.
Alabama’s Mark Sears is praised for his hustle but noted as likely falling short of starting-caliber NBA status, while Auburn’s Johni Broome is called a “warrior” for his performance despite an elbow injury. The hosts stress the gap between good college teams and true national contenders, which often depend on the leadership of the team’s top performers. Wrapping up March Madness, guest Josh Harris, the “Money Line Magician,” joins to talk basketball odds and Alabama’s season grade (“a solid B”).
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Beyond basketball, the episode delivers plenty of classic Longshore and McKnight flavor hot takes. The hosts riff on the Braves’ sluggish start to the MLB season, poke fun at Vanderbilt’s low expectations on the football field, and reflect on Nick Saban’s recruiting legacy, especially in contrast to current trends in NIL and the transfer portal. Is it possible for DeBoer to fill Saban’s shoes?
