The Big 12 Insiders is a new show covering everything related to and affecting the new 16-school Big 12 Conference. Hosted by former Kansas State football player Brien “Big B” Hanley. Today, Big B is joined by Alec Busse, managing editor of the Iowa State site on the 247Sports Network, to discuss the Cyclones’ loss at Houston and how ISU can bounce back.
The Big 12 Insiders airs Tuesday through Friday at 1 p.m. (Central) on the GoPowercat YouTube channel. On Mondays, the channel hosts The K-State Insiders.
Stats: 21.3 PPG, 3.6 RPG, 3.6 APG (43.2% FGs, 41.0% from three)
ACC Preseason Player of the Year: Kyle Filipowski, C, Duke
Entering the year, Kyle Filipowski was the talk of the ACC. He was expected to have a monster sophomore campaign. And while he has had some big time moments, his second year in Durham has been a bit underwhelming. This has opened the door to an arch rival to grab the award.
RJ Davis, the North Carolina senior, has grown into a national star in Chapel Hill. He’s in the midst of a redemption tour after the Tar Heels completely imploded in the 2022-23 season.
Davis has been a lethal scorer and shot-maker all year long. On 17 occasions, Davis has eclipsed 20 points with his season-high coming in a 36-point explosion over Wake Forest. RJ Davis has a firm grip on the ACC Player of the Year award. It would be a shock to see anyone steal the crown.
