On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, the guys chat with Big Blue Nation’s Dick Gabriel, who gives the Kentucky perspective—fans are optimistic but still side-eyeing head coach Mark Pope’s postseason history. With point guard Lamont Butler back, Kentucky looks stronger, but Troy’s fast-paced, aggressive style could make things interesting.
Meanwhile, Auburn and Alabama’s March Madness paths are laid out, with Auburn potentially facing Louisville in a hostile, near-home crowd environment and Alabama hoping Grant Nelson’s knee holds up after a tough SEC Tournament exit.
SEC basketball is having a moment, with 14 teams in the tournament, showing the league’s evolution from a football-first conference to a basketball powerhouse—a shift no one would have predicted a decade ago.
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Off the court, spring football updates take a backseat to March Madness, something unheard of in Alabama and Auburn country. Nick Saban looks more relaxed than ever in retirement, and John jokes that he’s probably fishing while everyone else panics about roster changes.
Kentucky football is desperately trying to fix its offensive line, while Alabama and Auburn are quietly preparing for next season. The show wraps up with laughs about Alice Cooper’s upcoming concert, the SEC’s “No More Mr. Nice Guy” tournament theme, and whether Kentucky’s quarterback situation is as bad as it looks.
