The Big 12 Basketball Showdown: Titans Clash, Stars Emerge Derek Johnson and Parker Ainsworth dive deep into the heart of college basketball's most electrifying conference. Is the Big 12 truly the cream of the crop? The hosts unpack Jerome Tang's audacious statements about Kansas State's roster, igniting a fiery debate about the conference's elite talent pool. Kelvin Sampson's "bell cow" remarks about Kansas take center stage as Johnson and Ainsworth examine the Jayhawks' historical supremacy and Houston's meteoric rise. The duo meticulously breaks down each position, from floor generals to sharpshooters, spotlighting standout performers like Darryn Peterson and Emanuel Sharp. The age-old Big 12 vs. SEC basketball rivalry gets a fresh look as the hosts challenge preconceptions and scrutinize the true measure of conference strength. Are reputations earned or simply perpetuated? As the conversation shifts to season predictions, Arizona's title aspirations come under the microscope. Can the Wildcats live up to the hype? Johnson and Ainsworth offer their expert takes on which Big 12 teams have the mettle to make deep runs in the NCAA tournament. The episode culminates in a comprehensive analysis of the conference's powerhouse programs, their strategies for success, and the rocky road to March Madness glory. From recruiting coups to coaching masterstrokes, no stone is left unturned in this in-depth exploration of Big 12 basketball. Listeners will gain unparalleled insights into the conference's inner workings, emerging stars, and potential Cinderella stories. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual observer, this episode promises to elevate your understanding of college basketball's most competitive landscape. 0:00 Intro: Big 12 media days crossover episode 3:32 Debating best athletes and shooters in Big 12 7:51 Kelvin Sampson on Kansas as Big 12 'bell cow' 11:02 Clip of Sampson discussing Kansas' program status 14:29 Impact of close games on Houston's success 18:16 Kansas and Houston's outlook for upcoming season 21:35 Observations from Big 12 media day interactions 24:55 Big 12 vs SEC basketball conference debate Be sure to follow and subscribe to Locked On Coogs to hear the latest on all things Houston Cougars, wherever you get your podcasts! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Quo See why over 90,000 businesses trust Quo, formerly OpenPhone. Get started free and get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.Quo.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Peloton Let yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com. DoorDash With DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18. Mazda It’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle. Mazda. Move and Be Moved. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at https://www.monarch.com/lockedoncollege for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)