Bleav in LMU Basketball with Jesse Kass

This week for the LMU Basketball Podcast host Jesse Kass returns and talks with LMU Color Commentator and Broadcast Partner Jonathan Grace about the LMU Lions 6-4 start to the season. The two discuss the strong play of Eli Scott, Joe Quintana's hot shooting, and the strong play of Dameane Douglas since returning from injury. The two also discuss the team playing better on the road than at home, getting healthy as a team, and the key to limiting turnovers going forward.

This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks about the end of the season for LMU, Senior Eli Scott deciding to return for one final year, LMU nabbing a couple of key transfers, and more. Jesse also gives his thoughts on the NCAA Tournament, including the Gonzaga vs UCLA game, the National Championship, and why the WCC gets a bad wrap.

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks about the end of the regular season for the Lions and what's ahead in the WCC Tournament. Jesse talks about LMU having a winning conference record for the first time since 2011-12, the win at Pepperdine, and the hard fought game at Gonzaga. Jesse then hits rewind and plays his old conversation with LMU Head Coach Stan Johnson from last April when he first got the job to look back on his thoughts before the season.

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks with LMU Senior Eli Scott. Jesse and Eli discuss Eli's illustrious career, what it's like to play in a pandemic, what it's been like playing for a new coach, and the remaining games left in the regular season. They also discuss Eli's legendary Chino Hills High School Team and how well his high school teammate LaMelo Ball is doing in the NBA. Social justice statements on LMU jerseys, the crazy struggles in Malibu, playing the #1 team in the country and much more are also discussed.

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This week for the LMU Basketball Podcast former LMU Lion Steven Haney Jr. returns to the show to discuss his playing career overseas and his thoughts on this year's LMU team. Steven also discusses playing and living overseas during the pandemic, binging shows during quarantine, working out in church barn gym, and some of his former teammates playing professionally as well. Jesse and Steven also discuss Eli Scott, Mattias Markusson, and the returning players playing under a new coach. Jesse also plays the call of Eli Scott's game winner against Santa Clara in his 37-point performance this week.

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks to the play-by-play voice of Pacific, Zack Bayrouty. Jesse and Zack discuss the upcoming matchup between LMU and Pacific, their previous meeting earlier this season, and what the season has been like to this point. The two also talk about former Lion and current Tiger Jordan Bell, basketball and broadcasting during the pandemic and more!

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks about LMU losing talented Sophomore Dameane Douglas for the rest of the year due to injury and how the team can respond. Jesse also discusses the past few games for the Lions and looks ahead to upcoming matchups, including a game against the number one team in the country, Gonzaga.

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass breaks down the past week for LMU. Jesse discusses the tough losses against Pacific and Saint Mary's and the hard fought win over San Diego. Jesse talks about high turnover numbers being an issue, the strong play of Eli Scott, the need for a consistent third scoring option, and the schedule ahead in conference play.

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass discusses the LMU Basketball program returning from the program being paused due to Covid protocols. Jesse also talks about the Lions opening conference win over San Francisco, winning 4 games in a row, and more.

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks to his color commentator and broadcast partner Jonathan Grace to discuss all the latest surrounding the LMU Basketball Program. Jesse and Jonathan talk about the Lions 3-3 start, the recent win against UCSB, how LMU will stack up against a tough WCC and the standout performances from Dameane Douglas and Joe Quintana recently. The two also discuss Eli Scott, Keli Leaupepe, Jalin Anderson, the first year for Stan Johnson, and navigating the season during Covid.

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks to LMU Sophomore Keli Leaupepe. Jesse talks to Keli about his newfound viral fame, including a SportsCenter segment, tweets from Barstool, and more. The two also discuss Keli's Mullet, navigating college basketball during Covid, playing for a new coaching staff, coming from Australia, and more! Jesse also discusses the Lion's opening week, including a buzzer beating season opener.

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass discusses the start on the new college basketball season. Jesse talks about LMU's season opener against Southern Utah, the beginning of the Stan Johnson era, Eli Scott, the returns of key players and more. Jesse also takes a look at the full schedule and some of the preseason predictions from the WCC for the Lions.

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks to LMU's new Director of Basketball Operations Ricky Muench. The two discuss Ricky's relationship with Stan Johnson, his time at Marquette, and getting the opportunity to work with the Milwaukee Bucks. They also discuss the upcoming LMU roster and expectations going forward.

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks to new LMU Men's Basketball Assistant Coach Allen Edwards. The two discuss Allen's time as a player at Kentucky and as a Head Coach at Wyoming, developing chemistry with the staff and team over Zoom, the current talent of the LMU roster and much more!

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks to new LMU Assistant Coach Greg Youncofski. Jesse and Greg discuss the hiring process and building team chemistry through Zoom during the pandemic, the new coaching staff, LMU's highly ranked recruiting class and more. The two also discuss Greg's coaching history at Kansas, Cincinnati, and UCLA prior to arriving at LMU.

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This week in a special Bleav in LMU Basketball/Bleav in Clippers crossover episode host Jesse Kass is joined by former Pepperdine and NBA Guard Alex Acker. Jesse and Alex discuss Alex's time at Pepperdine, his thoughts on their rivalry with LMU and the incredible feeling of getting drafted. Alex also details his time with the Clippers and Pistons, playing in the Donald Sterling era, his thoughts on the current Clippers and whether the NBA season will continue.

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This week in a special Bleav in LMU Basketball/Bleav in Clippers crossover episode host Jesse Kass is joined by former 1st-Team All-American and 6-year NBA Pro Dan Dickau. Jesse and Dan discuss Dan's time at Gonzaga, his thoughts on their rise to a powerhouse program, and what LMU needs to do to jump back into the top half of the WCC. Dan also details his time with the Clippers, playing in the Donald Sterling era, his thoughts on the current Clippers and whether the NBA season will continue.

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This week for LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks to Raihan Bal who has worked as a student broadcaster over the past 4 years. Jesse and Raihan discuss LMU Basketball over that time span, some of Raihan's favorite memories, favorite players, and the direction of the program moving forward. Jesse also gives an update on a potential grad transfer for LMU.

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks to senior LMU Center Mattias Markusson. Jesse and Mattias talk about Mattias' decision to stay at LMU rather than transfer after the coaching change, his discussions with new coach Stan Johnson, his tough personal year, his favorite moments, his favorite meals, and more! Jesse also talks about LMU officially signing their new recruiting class.

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This week for Bleav in LMU Basketball host Jesse Kass talks with Erik Johansson about finishing his playing career with LMU and going forward as a Graduate Assistant Coach with LMU and their new coaching staff. Jesse and Erik also discuss some of Erik's favorite moments as a Lion, his expectations for the program going forward, and his relationship with friend and teammate Mattias Markusson. Jesse also discusses Stan Johnson hiring his Assistant Coaches, the return of Mattias Markusson after considering high major programs, and the additions of new recruits and transfers.

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