Are there more wins than losses in WVU's 2025-26 Big 12 Schedule Matrix? Was Tropics Restaurant and Bar the biggest winner of the 1st Practice Highlights video? What are the right words to start any learning activity? Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unreasonable Doubt, please reach out to us at con...
Jun 25, 2025•19 min•Season 23Ep. 11
Were you expecting Chance Moore's waiver to be granted by the NCAA given WVU's recent luck with those? What's your biggest concern with Coach’s Challenges coming to college basketball? Did events in the Coliseum lead to a NCAA rule change? Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unreasonable Doubt, please ...
Jun 11, 2025•21 min•Season 23Ep. 10
After some Braydon Hawthorne thoughts, Andrew Corbett (@andrewwcorbett_ on X) from EersSports.com joins the podcast to discuss what he thinks will happen with the commits that haven't been officially announced by WVU, who's his favorite player on the roster that WVU has officially announced, what needs should be filled with the remaining roster spots, and more! Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and j...
May 28, 2025•24 min•Season 23Ep. 9
Troy Van Camp (@tvancamp22 on X) from HailWV.com (@Hail_WV) joined the podcast to participate in a Fantasy Draft of WVU players from the 2020-21 season to last season. We each pick 5 starters and 3 bench players. When did Javon Small get picked? Did someone pick Oscar? Did someone pick Tucker? Listen and find out! Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite...
May 14, 2025•29 min•Season 23Ep. 8
Did you go into withdrawals during the 2 weeks between reports of roster additions? What do ratings in one computer say about Ross Hodge's 1st recruiting class and the last coach's recruiting class? What do you make of an NBA team missing 75 3-pointers in 2 playoff games? Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in spons...
May 08, 2025•22 min•Season 23Ep. 7
Who has committed to WVU in the last week? How do you feel about the possibility of zero returning players from last season? What is the minimum amount of retention needed to have a successful program in the transfer portal era? Let's talk about about Ross Hodge starting from scratch. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re intere...
Apr 23, 2025•22 min•Season 23Ep. 6
After quickly reviewing the 5 new (and real) basketball commitments since the last episode, Mountaineer Paul (@PaulMountaineer on X) from Locked On West Virginia (on YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts) joins the podcast to give his thoughts on Hodge's recruiting, early expectations for next season, and how covering WVU sports changed his life. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the f...
Apr 16, 2025•30 min•Season 23Ep. 5
How many former Mountaineers will be on an opposing Big 12 team's roster? Who is Ross Hodge's 1st WVU portal commitment? Would you know if possible transfer portal names are made up? Let's talk about the comings and goings of WVU's roster. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unreasonable Doubt, please ...
Apr 07, 2025•27 min•Season 23Ep. 4
After going over a few quick WVU basketball updates from today, Cody Nespor (@codynespor on X) from WV Sports Now (@WVSportsNow) returns to the podcast to give his thoughts on covering the 2024-25 Mountaineers, shares who his top HC candidates were at the beginning of the search, and his initial reaction to the hiring of Ross Hodge. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https:/...
Apr 02, 2025•25 min•Season 23Ep. 3
Ross Hodge has been officially announced as the new Head Coach for WVU Men's Basketball! Should we root for Ross Hodge and North Texas to win the NIT? Did this search really come down to two candidates? Could Ofri Naveh end up being the Ultimate "Once a Mountaineer, Always a Mountaineer"? Let's react. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa)....
Mar 27, 2025•25 min•Season 23Ep. 2
Who would I like to see as the new head basketball coach for WVU? Would you hire any coach with the first name "Bucky"? Has anyone played UNO and not had to Draw Four? Let's talk about this year's WVU Basketball Head Coaching Search. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unreasonable Doubt, please reach ...
Mar 25, 2025•28 min•Season 23Ep. 1
Darian DeVries is leaving his job at WVU to be the head coach at Indiana University. Has the last week been brutal? Should WVU basketball be more like Black Mirror or Cheers? Is this the last episode of Unreasonable Doubt? Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unreasonable Doubt, please reach out to us a...
Mar 19, 2025•20 min•Season 22Ep. 34
How does this year’s Selection Sunday compare to the other bad moments for WVU Basketball in the 21 Century? How did all of the Bracketologists get it wrong about WVU making the NCAA Tournament? If Darien DeVries leaves WVU for another job after one year, will the next episode of Unreasonable Doubt be the last ever episode? Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord ( https://discord...
Mar 17, 2025•28 min•Season 22Ep. 33
Is it worse to get beat by the same team 3 times or to lose to a team that beat the Back-to-Back National Champions? How will the humans on the Selection Committee view WVU's Tournament Resume? Which 1st/2nd Round site should we want the Mountaineers to end up at? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 67-60 loss to Colorado. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (htt...
Mar 13, 2025•21 min•Season 22Ep. 32
Was it better for your life expectancy if you missed the game and just read the box score? Did WVU basketball exceed everyone's expectations this season? Can we blame TCU for the court design in Kansas City? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 72-65 win over Central Florida. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re in...
Mar 09, 2025•24 min•Season 22Ep. 31
Will you always remember the Ed Andre 3000 bloody nose game? How was this game like a greatest hits album? How sureal was it to have Josh Eilert coaching against WVU as an Interim Head Coach? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 71-69 win over Utah. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unre...
Mar 05, 2025•22 min•Season 22Ep. 30
Did WVU have to balance one of their best shooting performances Tuesday with one of their worst vs BYU? Is the easiest bubble path always to just win games? How does the result vs Josh Eilert affect the pressure of the Central Florida game? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 77-56 loss to BYU. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEV...
Mar 02, 2025•19 min•Season 22Ep. 29
Why was CBS Sports Network trying to give TCU points when WVU scored? How many things went right for WVU in their 2nd must-win game? What happened to the two coaches from last season's WVU coaching staff that found new homes at other D1 programs? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 73-55 win over TCU. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invit...
Feb 26, 2025•19 min•Season 22Ep. 28
Can WVU be successful if Javon Small is a hero instead of a superhero? Can Amani keep playing like this? What could happen to WVU's NCAA Tournament Resume on Tuesday night after 11PM? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 73-51 loss to Texas Tech. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unreaso...
Feb 23, 2025•20 min•Season 22Ep. 27
Were the last 4 minutes of this game symbolic for how WVU's season has played out? Before he shot it, did you think Betsey was going to send the game to Overtime? How many times have WVU won the rebounding battle in Big 12 play? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 62-59 win over Cincinnati. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkppp...
Feb 21, 2025•21 min•Season 22Ep. 26
WVU loses because of A WET SPOT ON THE FLOOR???? Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unreasonable Doubt, please reach out to us at contact@thesmokingmusket.com. We appreciate your support! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Feb 16, 2025•20 min•Season 22Ep. 25
Is this the worst feeling after a game this season? Are you ready for life on the Bubble? What does the schedule look like for WVU to finish on the right side of the Bubble? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 73-69 loss to BYU. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unreasonable Doubt, plea...
Feb 12, 2025•19 min•Season 22Ep. 24
Can you be a good team and be a betting underdog in 9 of the last 12 games? Is the best version of this team when Amani's scoring like he did today? Would you read the Josh Eilert book? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 72-61 win over Utah. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unreasonab...
Feb 09, 2025•22 min•Season 22Ep. 23
Why is it a 3-ring circus on the court when Javon is off of it? How do we process the news that Tucker will not return this season? Is the next game a must win? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 65-60 loss to TCU. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unreasonable Doubt, please reach out ...
Feb 06, 2025•21 min•Season 22Ep. 22
Did you know that Javon Small loves Cincinnati's home arena? Does the play of Joe Yesufu determine whether WVU wins or loses in the Big 12? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 63-50 win at Cincinnati. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unreasonable Doubt, please reach out to us at contac...
Feb 03, 2025•22 min•Season 22Ep. 21
Did Houston have a letdown game and still win by double digits? Did the 1st half produce the worst body language of the season? Is it as simple as scoring more points than the other team after 20 minutes? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 63-49 loss to Houston. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in ...
Jan 30, 2025•19 min•Season 22Ep. 20
Do you ever want the game to be played on paper? What has happened in the 4 Big 12 wins that didn't happen this week? Are some teams not capable of a letdown game? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 73-60 loss at Kansas State. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in sponsoring Unreasonable Doubt, pleas...
Jan 26, 2025•23 min•Season 22Ep. 19
Is it good if your leading scorer is 2-11 from the field and 0-8 from 3? How will you prepare for games later this season that start at 9PM or later? Is there ever a scenario where you download the CBS Sports App? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 65-57 home loss to Arizona State. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If y...
Jan 22, 2025•21 min•Season 22Ep. 18
Does Javon Small make basketball plays that leave you looking like you've seen a ghost? Do you have to let Ed Andre 3000 drive the length of the court sometimes? How well do Coach DeVries's teams avoid losing streaks? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 64-57 win over Iowa State on Jerry West Day. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2K...
Jan 19, 2025•20 min•Season 22Ep. 17
Did this game have similarities to the Arizona loss? How does Houston's defense look like they always have two guys guarding you? What did the ESPN+ broadcast have in common with The Blair Witch Project? Let's answer these questions and more after WVU's 70-54 loss to Houston. Follow us on Twitter aka X to stay caught up on what's next. @smokingmusket and @imjoshwhitt Read the blog at thesmokingmusket.com and join the free Discord (https://discord.com/invite/2KBEVkpppa). If you’re interested in s...
Jan 16, 2025•21 min•Season 22Ep. 16
