The Starting Five02 Crew returns with a loaded episode breaking down Louisville's star-studded TBT roster—including seven former NBA players like Montrezl Harrell, David Johnson, and more. Presley Meyer and Jacob Lane give you the full rundown of The Ville’s lineup, chemistry, expectations, and what it will take to bring a TBT title home to Louisville. Then, we’re joined by one of the biggest names in college basketball media—Joe Tipton (On3 Sports)—for a can’t-miss conversation. #LouisvilleBask...
Jul 06, 2025•45 min
Louisville just got a MAJOR boost, Aly Khalifa is CLEARED and ready to suit up. Pres and Alan break down what this means for Louisville’s frontcourt, why this changes the ACC landscape, and how the Cards are gearing up for a vengeance tour against heavy hitters like Baylor and Arkansas. Plus, we unpack the raw emotion behind Pat Kelsey’s reveal to the team and dive into the firepower Louisville’s bringing into a loaded non-conference schedule. This is not the same Louisville squad, this is 25 St...
Jul 01, 2025•55 min
The Starting 502 Podcast is back and better than ever! Presley and Alan break down Trey Moses’ celebrity charity game, dish on the real MVP, and dive DEEP into why Mikel Brown Jr. might be Louisville’s most impactful freshman in years. We’re talking elite guard play, McKneely vs. Conwell, Sananda Fru’s rise, and how this roster stacks up heading into the season. You won’t want to miss this episode! 1:00 - Recapping Trey Moses’ Celebrity Game 3:30 - MVP Debate 5:00 - Spotlight on Peyton Siva &...
Jun 24, 2025•39 min
The Starting Five02 crew is back and fired up! Press and Alan dive deep into the arrival of Vangelis Zougris, the “Greek Warrior,” and what his gritty game means for Louisville basketball. They break down how the roster stacks up against last year, position battles, and who could break out. Tune in for all the takes, stats, and analysis you need! 1:20 – Louisville Baseball’s Statement Win Over Vandy 5:30 – Meet the Greek Warrior: Vangelis Zougris 10:30 – Zougris’ Grit 13:30 – Scouting the Skills...
Jun 02, 2025•54 min
Louisville just added their 10th addition to the roster, and he might be the most underrated of the bunch. Jacob Lane and Jake Hook break down the commitment of Mouhamed Camara, a 6’7” pogo-stick forward from the NBA Academy in Africa. They dive into his highlight tape, play style, long-term upside, and how he compares to Louisville greats and recent role players. Where does he fit in Pat Kelsey’s lineup? How do the Cards stack up in the ACC after this addition? #LouisvilleBasketball #GoCards – ...
May 20, 2025•29 min
Jacob and Roman break down the latest in Louisville basketball roster drama, starting with the breaking news of Aly Khalifa being ruled ineligible. They unpack what went wrong, why it doesn’t make sense, and what options Louisville has now. They break down what to make of incoming forward Vangelis Zougris, who the Cards might target next in the portal, and why playing Kentucky in November has fans talking. From eligibility chaos to international reinforcements, it's a jam-packed offseason update...
May 17, 2025•32 min
TBT 2025 is already heating up — and the Ville is going all in. Jacob and Alan are joined by Andrew Zoldan of Inside TBT to preview what could be Louisville’s best TBT team yet. They talk Montrezl Harrell’s comeback, Jay Scrubb’s MVP potential, and the team’s shift toward high-level non-alum additions. Plus: why Freedom Hall is one of TBT’s most iconic venues, Luke Hancock’s rise as head coach, and Andrew’s bold predictions for this summer’s tournament. Also… Russ Smith revenge tour? Advertising...
May 09, 2025•45 min
The Louisville Basketball roster is undergoing serious changes, and your Starting Five02 crew is here to break it all down. Pres and Jake dive into James Scott's departure, the impact of NIL, expectations for the new roster, and how Louisville could build a legit contender. Who’s leaving, who’s coming, and what it means for Louisville’s future, all in this episode of Starting Five02. 1:40 – Early Portal Wins 7:10 – James Scott Entering the Portal 20:00 – Transfer Target Breakdown: Baba Miller De...
Apr 27, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Pres is joined by analytics expert Evan Miyakawa of EvanMiya.com to dive deep into Louisville basketball, the transfer portal, and what advanced metrics say about next season’s team. Evan shares how he built one of the most respected analytics sites in college hoops, why Isaac McKneely could be the best shooter in America, and how Louisville is building a team that could seriously contend. Plus: the state of the ACC, roster construction secrets, and what makes winning teams in the portal era. 0:...
Apr 27, 2025•25 min
Louisville just got its final piece. Kasean Pryor is officially returning – What does this mean for the Cards’ frontcourt? Why is Pryor so important to the offense and the identity of this team? And what does it say about Pat Kelsey’s second-year roster strategy? We break it all down and make the case for why this might be Louisville’s most complete squad in years. 0:13 – Breaking News: Kasean Pryor Officially Returning to Louisville 1:09 – Why Pryor’s Versatility Changes Everything 2:00 – “Ther...
Apr 22, 2025•10 min
In this episode of the Starting Five02 Podcast, Roman Kelly is joined by Raashaan Myers (Wake Up 502) to break down Louisville basketball's 2025-26 roster status, portal strategy, and why the Cards might not be done adding talent just yet. Roster analysis, positional battles, portal predictions, and why Pat Kelsey’s bag might still have some tricks left. 03:30 - Building the 2025-26 Roster 04:50 - Portal Moves So Far 09:45 - Why the Cards Aren’t Done Yet 11:30 - Fru vs. Khalifa Starting Spot Deb...
Apr 19, 2025•33 min
Louisville basketball just landed some major transfer portal pickups, potentially forming the best backcourt in the country. We’re talking versatility, three-point shooting, high IQ, and serious upside under Coach Pat Kelsey. We’re breaking it all down from Derby City Gaming in downtown Louisville, covering roster moves, portal strategy, starting five projections, and what the Cards still need to add. Tune in for all the stats, insights, and takes you need! 2:00 – Derby City Gaming Downtown Over...
Apr 06, 2025•55 min
Louisville just landed a MASSIVE pickup in the transfer portal—welcome to The Ville, Isaac McKneely. McKneely, a 6'4" guard, is exactly what this backcourt needed. Huge things to come from The Cards this upcoming season. 1:00 – Louisville's Backcourt Becomes Elite 2:00 - McKneely's Ranking & Louisville’s Aggressive Portal Approach 3:00 - McKneely’s Decision Over Tennessee 4:00 - What McKneely Brings to the Team: Shooting & Versatility 6:00 - Comparing McKneely to Reyne Smith & His Of...
Apr 03, 2025•14 min
Louisville is making moves! Pres and Jake break down Louisville's huge get in the transfer portal: 5-star Adrian Wooley. They analyze Wooley’s scoring ability, his fit alongside Mikel Brown, and which other transfers, like Isaac McKneely, could be next for the Cards. 0:00 – Breaking: Adrian Wooley Commits to The ‘Ville 4:19 – Wooley’s Fit & Louisville's Backcourt 7:24 – The Recruiting Battle for Wooley 9:10 – Isaac McKneely: The Ideal Fit? 11:12 – McKneely’s Versatility & Potential Lineu...
Apr 01, 2025•29 min
Your Starting Five02 crew is back to break down Louisville’s incredible season, despite last week’s heartbreaking loss to Creighton. They dive into the impact of injuries, the controversial NCAA seeding, discuss key player losses, and identify the crucial additions needed in the transfer portal for a stronger future. Tune in for all the takes, stats, and predictions you need! 0:30 – Intro and Season Overview 06:31 – Impact of Injuries 11:33 – Creighton Loss Breakdown 24:42 – NCAA Seeding Controv...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 23 min
The Starting Five02 crew is back with a full ACC Tournament preview, breaking down Louisville’s path, key matchups, and what’s at stake for the Cards. Jake and Jacob discuss the biggest threats in the bracket, how Louisville stacks up against top competition, and what they need to do to make a deep run. Tune in for all the takes, stats, and predictions you need! 0:10 – Intro & ACC Tournament Overview 9:48 – Who’s the Biggest Threat to Louisville? 10:30 – Best & Worst Matchups for the Car...
Mar 12, 2025•34 min
The Starting Five02 crew is back, breaking down Louisville’s dominant road win over Notre Dame and what it means for their NCAA tournament seeding. We dive into the upcoming matchup against Florida State, key players that have stepped up during the last couple of games, and discuss the key factors that could push Louisville into a top seed. Tune in for all the takes, stats, and predictions you need! 0:01 – Intro 1:09 – Aly Khalifa’s insane transformation 3:01 – Breaking down the Notre Dame win 5...
Feb 22, 2025•35 min
The Starting 502 crew is back, breaking down Louisville's incredible road win streak, discussing the potential of new commit Sananda Fru, and previewing the upcoming matchup against Notre Dame. We go over Edwards' dominating performances in recent matchups, Hepburn's return, and stats making up The Cards’ 11 game road streak. Tune in for all the takes, stats, and predictions you need! 0:24 – Intro 1:59 – Khani, Frank, Kader playing time 4:33 – Louisville's offensive explosion 5:46 – Dominating o...
Feb 16, 2025•47 min
The Starting Five02 crew is back to break down Louisville's win over Miami despite missing key players due to a handful of injuries. We discuss Edwards' dominating performance, how mounting injuries will impact the Cards’ roster moving forward, and we preview the upcoming NC State matchup. We also go over our Superbowl predictions (Note: this was filmed before the Superbowl–tune in to find out whose predictions rang true…) Tune in for all the takes, stats, and predictions you need! 0:23 – Intro ...
Feb 12, 2025•50 min
Louisville just notched their 10th straight win, and the Starting Five02 crew is here to break it all down. Pres and Jake dive into the dominant win over Wake Forest, pushing Louisville to their highest win streak since 2020, and what this run means for the Cards’ NCAA Tournament seeding. They look ahead to what’s next and whether Louisville can keep the streak alive. Tune in for all the takes, stats, and predictions you need! 0:18 – Intro: Louisville’s win streak hits 10 2:58 – Quick stats from...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Jake and Roman join forces to recap a record-setting win at SMU and preview a tough game on Tuesday against Wake Forest. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jan 25, 2025•56 min
Pres Meyer is joined by Jacob Lane to talk all things Louisville, Virginia, SMU, sweeps, Wake Forest, and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Pres, Jake, and (sometimes) Roman are talking all things Syracuse, Virginia, ACC, and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jan 18, 2025•54 min
Super fan Alan Thomas joins Pres to recap a massive Q1 win at Pitt and preview Syracuse. "This is why we watch Louisville basketball." Looking back- Louisville's one year transformation is crazy. How the Cards pulled out a game where they weren't at their best. Where we go from here. How the Cards beat Syracuse. Stat breakdown. Cuse predictions. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 13, 2025•59 min
Jacob Lane joins Pres to discuss a fantastic win over Clemson and Preview Pitt. Major take aways and Three Big Things from Clemson win; Terrence Edwards making strides without scoring a lot; Chucky Hepburn passing progressing; the J'Vonne Hadley game- How it happened; Pitt preview and predictions+ how Louisville wins at Pitt Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 14 min
Pres and Jake break down a big win over Virginia and preview a crucial return home to face Clemson. Three big things from UVA win | Aboubacar Traore plays well "off script" | Traore stat breakdown | What Clemson does well/ How you beat Clemson | Can Louisville continue small ball lineup? | Clemson predictions | Is another commit on the horizon? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 07, 2025•36 min
Louisville basketball picked up its third straight victory against UNC AND a MASSIVE commitment from #1 PG Mikel Brown Jr. all in one day. Pres Meyer and Jake Hook recap everything on a BRAND NEW Starting Five02 Podcast. How Louisville basketball beat North Carolina on a poor shooting night Assessing the significance of Mikel Brown Jr's commitment Searching for flaws in Mikel Brown's game Previewing Virginia basketball Are the Hops any different post-Tony Bennet? KenPom breakdown Is Louisville b...
Jan 04, 2025•1 hr 16 min
Episode preview: Louisville basketball is coming off of a less than stellar win against EKU, sneaking out a victory in thrilling fashion. Plus, ACC is here. Jake Hook and Pres Meyer look ahead to what lies on Louisville basketball's schedule, including a massive mid-week evening matchup at home against UNC. Can Louisville basketball get a much needed victory and move to 3 wins in a row? Or will the Tar Heels prove to be too much for the short handed Cards? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircl...
Dec 31, 2024•53 min
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Dec 22, 2024•57 min
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Dec 16, 2024•48 min
