The Assembly Call IU Basketball Podcast

This week on Assembly Call Radio, we have a quick discussion about what Khristian Lander's role should be moving forward. Then we answer a bunch of listener questions -- many of which have nothing at all to do with IU basketball.All that and much more on this edition of The Assembly Call.On the mics: Andy, Ryan, and Galen Clavio

On Tuesday night, Indiana let another winnable game against a good team slip through its fingers. Race Thompson and Khristian Lander's play was a bright spot, but otherwise it was more of the same for an Indiana team that doesn't seem to be able to get out of its own way. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Andy, Ryan, and CoachAmong the topics discussed:— Ryan vents all of the frustrations many IU fans are feeling— What went wrong late as Indiana dropped another close game— The bright spots: Khrstian Lander and Race Thompson— Why Trayce struggled again in a matchup against Kofi Cockburn— Is it time to give the keys to Lander?— The deficiencies of Rob and Al rearing their unfortunate head againWe also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.

This week on Assembly Call Radio, our first since December 17th, we take a step back from the heat of Big Ten play to assess where the IU program is in Year 4 of the Archie Miller Era. What has to happen from here on out in 2021 to get fans back on Archie's side?We also discuss Matt Cross, Parker Stewart, whether conference tournaments can/should happen, and answer a slew of listener questions.All that and much more on this edition of The Assembly Call.On the mics: Jerod, Ryan, and Alex Bozich

On Sunday afternoon, Indiana backed up its big win over Iowa with a disappointing and all-too-predictable letdown performance against Rutgers. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod, Ryan, Andy, and CoachAmong the topics discussed:— Why the blame for this one falls on the shoulders of the star and the coach— The story of the game: Rutgers out-toughing and out-hustling Indiana— The positives to take from Armaan Franklin's performance— A spark from Khristian Lander!— A rough day for Indiana's upperclassmen guards— What explains Indiana's consistent letdowns after big wins?— A TON of stuff during the postgame show segmentWe also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.

On Thursday night, Indiana bounced back from its dispiriting loss to Purdue by earning one of the most impressive wins of the season in college basketball. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Andy, Ryan, Coach, and JerodAmong the topics discussed:— How proud we all are of the team for this bounce-back performance— The terrific overall performance from Rob Phinisee— The important lift Indiana got off its bench— Al Durham's late-game leadership— Why Race Thompson's performance was so much more important than his paltry scoring number— And much more.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.

On Thursday night, Indiana dropped its eighth straight game to Purdue. Archie Miller is now 0-6 against the Boilermakers. While this loss only counts as one in the record books, it casts a dark pall over Year 4 of the ever-scuffling Archie Miller era.After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Andy, Ryan, and CoachAmong the topics discussed:— The many reasons why another loss like this is totally unacceptable— What Matt Painter did to expose Indiana's recurring weaknesses— The macro flaws in Archie's basketball philosophy— The few positives to be taken from Race and Armaan's consistent fight— Trayce got his numbers, but his defense left Indiana exposed on the perimeter— Where does Indiana go from here?We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.

On Sunday evening, Indiana jumped out to a big lead on Nebraska, gave it all back in the second half, but then recovered down the stretch to earn an 8-point victory. The win got Indiana back to even in conference play after six games. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Andy, Coach, and IUArtifactsAmong the topics discussed:— The key play by Jerome Hunter that helped Indiana avert disaster— Another strong night by Al and Rob— What did Nebraska do to slow Trayce down?— Big plays by Anthony Leal and Trey GallowayWe also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.

On Thursday night, Indiana delivered its best-ever performance at the Kohl Center, but unfortunately still came up short of a win. Wisconsin had the best guard on the court, and it proved to be the difference. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Coach, Ryan, and JerodAmong the topics discussed:— Why this was such a missed opportunity for Indiana— The atrocious officiating -- which didn't cost Indiana the game, but certainly increased the degree of difficulty— What Trayce Jackson-Davis did so well tonight, but where we fell short in overtime— Al and Rob continued their string of better play, but it just wasn't enough in this one— The essential contributions from Jerome Hunter and Anthony Leal off the bench— Plus a long, long after-show segment that twists and turns into a variety of different subjects.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.

On Monday night, Indiana overcome an awful first half performance on offense to dominate Maryland in the second half an earn a much-needed home victory. Race Thompson kept Indiana in the game in the first half, and then Trayce Jackson-Davis took over in the second half. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Andy, Ryan, and CoachAmong the topics discussed:— The keys to Indiana's second half offensive surge — The importance of Race Thompson's first half energy and production to keep Indiana in the game— What the hell was that on offense in the first half?— The up and down night for Indiana's guards— What to make of Jerome Hunter playing the 3— Which freshmen played well, and which ones struggledWe also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.

On Wednesday night, Indiana built 12-point second half lead to Penn State before blowing it and almost losing in regulation. But Rob Phinisee bailed Indiana out with some key defense at the end of regulation before hitting the game-winner in overtime as the Hoosiers survived.After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod, Ryan, Andy, and ScottAmong the topics discussed:— Rob and Al's big bounceback night— What was wrong with Indiana's defense?— The improvements, and importance, of Armaan and Trey— What was up with Trayce?— Why Joey Brunk's prolonged absence is difficult for Indiana to absorb— What Jerome did tonight that we need to see more ofWe also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.

On Saturday afternoon, Indiana fell to 0-2 in conference play with a 69-60 loss to Illinois. Indiana led midway through the second half, but poor late-game execution, and the brilliance of Ayo Dosunmo, were too much for Indiana to overcome. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Andy and Galen Clavio from CrimsonCast

On Wednesday night, Indiana put up a weak effort on both sides of the court against Northwestern. A few Hoosiers put up decent counting stats, but no one played well. After the game, our crew broke it all down, with plenty of ranting, on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Andy, Ryan, and IUArtifacts

On Saturday morning/afternoon, Indiana played a soft first half at the Crossroads Classic before storming back in the second half behind the dominant defense of Trayce and Race. Oh, and Armaan had another great shooting day at Bankers Life. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.

This week on Assembly Call Radio, we react to Parker Stewart's commitment (we got a shooter!) and then assess the most prominent early-season trends with a fun round of Buy or Sell.All that and much more, including your questions, on this edition of The Assembly Call.On the mics: Andy, Ryan, and Coach

On Sunday afternoon, Indiana dominated North Alabama after a sloppy start. The big story was Indiana's 3-point shooting, as the Hoosiers made 13 3-pointers (the previous season-high was 5). After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Coach and RyanWe break down every angle of this game, including Armaan's terrific second half, Trayce' productive day, and how the freshmen looked.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.