Season 8, Episode 4 (Shane Dennis, Tulsa Preview)

After a last-second loss to Oklahoma State, the Shockers find themselves in the unusual position of a being frustrated about coming up short while also feeling better about the way they are competing against top flight talent.  Now with conference play beginning after an abbreviated start to the season Wichita State must begin to find wins.  This week Dustin and Taylor are joined by Shane Dennis, co-host of Sports Daily on KFH and broadcaster for Shocker television broadcasts.  On this episode we cover:

• The emotions and challenges facing Isaac Brown as he begins his head coaching debut
• The unique ability of Alterique Gilbert
• What the games have felt like in Koch Arena so far
• The beauty of Tyson Etienne's shot
• Dexter Dennis' defense on Cade Cunningham and the overall team effort to slow him down
• The green light the Shockers have to shoot in transition
• The clutch free throws from Morris Udeze
• Defensive return to form, is rebounding next?
• Josaphat Bilau's instant impact, his summer knee surgery and rehab progress
• Craig Porter's initial impact, how many more minutes will he be available for the next game?
• Tulsa's recent shut-down of activities due to a positive COVID test
• Buy or sell with Producer Bryan

Additional Links / Resources:
Wichita State Falls to Oklahoma State on Last-Second 3 (article)
How Wichita State Slowed Down a Top-3 Lottery Pick (article)
Wichita State Adds Game Against Emporia State (article)
"College Basketball is Going to Know About Us" (article)