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Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson: You can’t even contain him Okorie scores 22 Cardinal beat Boston College 70-64

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Boston College men’s basketball forward Jayden Hastings (right) with the ball against Stanford Cardinal Oskar Giltay (15) at Conte Forum on Feb. 11, 2026. | John Sexton / Boston College Eagles On SI

Stanford Cardinal basketball podcast Michael Roberson:

#1 Stanford’s (16-9) leading scorer, Ebuka Okorie, finished with 22 points against Boston College (9-15), and how did his performance impact the final result?

#2 Did guard Benny Gealer’s three-point shooting significantly contribute to Stanford’s offensive success in this game, and if so, how effective was he from beyond the arc?

#3 Stanford forward AJ Rohosy had eight rebounds and Aidan Cammann five rebounds in the matchup, and how did their board work influence the flow of the game?

#4 How did guard Jeremy Dent-Smith’s performance help Stanford maintain or extend a lead during critical stretches against Boston College (9-15)?

#5 Considering Ryan Agarwal’s contributions, did he provide key defensive stops or secondary scoring that affected Stanford’s ability to close out this ACC road game?

Join Michael Roberson for the Stanford Cardinal podcasts Thursdays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson: Stanford handles Georgia Tech 95-72 at Maples

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Stanford Cardinal guard Ebuka Okorie couldn’t be stopped leading with 40 points against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets guard Akai Fleming (0) who defends at Maples Pavilion on Sat Feb 7, 2026 (Stanford Cardinal X photo)

Stanford podcast Michael Roberson:

#1 Stanford’s (15-9) freshman guard Ebuka Okorie scored 40 points in the game against Georgia Tech (11-13), how did Okorie impact the final result?

#2 Senior guard Jeremy Dent-Smith scored 16 points for the Cardinal in terms of scoring and assists how did Dent-Smith impact the matchup?

#3 Stanford forwards — Oskar Giltay didn’t score and Aidan Cammann scored seven points both had three rebounds — against Georgia Tech?

#4 Guard Benny Gealer scored nine points and did Gealer provide significant defensive stops in the later stages of Stanford’s win?

#5 Ryan Agarwal contributed on both ends of the floor with four points scoring, rebounding, or defense in Stanford’s performance against Georgia Tech?

Michael Roberson was filling in for Daniel Dullum who does the Stanford Cardinal podcasts Sundays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Stanford Cardinal game wrap: Cardinal swat away Yellow Jackets 95-72, Saturday Evening on the Farm; end losing streak (5)

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Stanford Cardinal guard Benny Gealer finished with nine points against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Maples Pavilion on Sat Feb 7, 2026 (Stanford Cardinal photo)

By Michael Roberson

 STANFORD, Calif. — Freshman sensation Ebuka Okorie’s record-breaking 40 points helped his Stanford Cardinal (15-9, 4-7 ACC) put a halt to their five-game losing streak, by forging through the swarm of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (11-13, 2-9 ACC), 95-72, inside the friendly confines of Maples Pavilion.

Georgia Tech got the scoring underway with the first basket of the game.  Although there would be seven lead changes after that basket and one lone tie, two points would be their largest advantage of the entire game.

Stanford was able to be in the lead for nearly 16 minutes of the first half, while holding a lead as high as 11 points.  The Cardinal shot 47% from the floor and 44% from three.  they were perfect from the free throw line too.

Leading the way for Stanford in the first half, was the aforementioned Okorie, as he put up 18 points at the halfway point of the game, and was the lone reason why the team was perfect from the “Charity Stripe;”  he was 4-4 and hit two treys.  He was the only player to reach double-figures from either team.

At recess, the Cardinal held onto a four-point lead, 43-39.  The Yellow Jackets were fortunate to be that close, despite being behind most of the first half and trailing by double-digits for a portion of the block.

In the second half, Stanford was able to balloon the 4-point lead to as high as 23 points.  Okorie added 22 points to his game-leading tally, and another teammate joined him in the 10+ points echelon.  Jeremy Dent-Smith offered his 16 points to the Cardinal’s efforts.  

Despite being down big in the second half, the buzzing insects from the ATL did continue to fight.  However, there were no more ties of lead changes in the second 20 minutes of gametime.

After the final buzzer sounded, Stanford had stopped the losing streak at five consecutive games.  A huge sigh of relief glossed over Palo Alto and a gasp of astonishment reverberated inside Maples as their star first year player broke his own school record again and pleased the Cardinal faithful.

Okorie;s impressive line score read: 40 points*, 4 assists, 5 rebounds, and 4 steals.  Another Stanford freshman scoring record eclipsed by the same player within the same season (32, 36 & 40).

Georgia Tech had three performers worth mentioning.  Akai Fleming scored 19 points, while Baye Ndongo put up 14 points and grabbed 6 rebounds.  Jaeden Mustaf offered the Yellow Jackets 13 points.

The Cardinal will next be in action Wednesday, February 11, as they travel to Beantown to take on Boston College at ^ PM PT and ( PM ET on ESPNU.  Georgia Tech heads back to Atlanta on the same date to host Wake Forest at ( PM ET on the ACC Network.

Cardinal slashed by Tigers 66-64, Wednesday Night on the Farm

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Stanford Cardinal Ebuka Okorie (1) drives towards the basket agianst the Clemson Tigers in the first half at Maples Pavilion in Palo Alto on Wed Feb 4, 2026 in ACC action (AP News photo)

By Michael Roberson

STANFORD, Calif. — The Stanford Cardinal (14-9 3-7 ACC) suffered a cat attack inside Maples Pavilion, 66-64, with a loss to the Clemson Tigers (19-4, 9-1 ACC) in a “Hump Day”  conference night game.

Clemson started the game off with an immediate lead, as they converted a three-pointer.  However, Stanford did respond and fought hard to be in front at recess.  Although the Tigers led by nearly five times as many first half game clock ticks, the Cardinal found a way to be in front at halftime.

There were five lead changes and two ties within the initial 20 minutes of game action.  Both teams shot 100% from the charity stripe, while Stanford tallied 44% from the floor, and 27% from beyond the arc,  Clemson shot 41% and 36% respectively.

The only player on either squad to eclipse double-digit scoring was Cardinal freshman guard Ebuka Okorie, with his 12 points.  Stanford entered the locker room with a lead, due to the shooting prowess of redshirt-sophomore forward/center Aidan Cammann.  He hit a buzzer-beating jumper from the left side to put the home team up 32-30 at the midpoint of the game.

In the second half, Stanford was able to extend their advantage to six points early in the final half.  Clemson was not content with their position and clawed back into the lead, and the already back and forth contest was filled with added excitement.  Three more lead changes and six more lead changes occurred in the second stanza, providing a possible nail-biting finish.

With that being the scenario, the contest came down to free throw shooting.  In the final minutes of the game, the two teams who were perfect from the free throw line in the first half, both had crucial misses down the stretch in the second. half.

Stanford had two missed (1&!)s, which could have been four points added to their total.  Clemson missed two consecutive free throws to the delight of the Maples faithful, as they were rewarded a voucher for a free burger from a franchise restaurant, located across the Bay and US, as well as one on campus at the Stanford Mall.

Despite that gift from the visitors, they converted both free throws for their next opportunity at the line.  California (Mission Viejo) and redshirt-senior Nick Davidson calmly sank both of his attempts.  At the time, that appeared to be the game-winning points; however, they added two more free throws, which were proven to be the actual GW-FTs.  

Therefore, Okorie’s buzzer-beating layup was not a factor with the four free throw points cushion.  After 40 minutes of ACC regulation action, Clemson held on to win by two points, 66-64.

The aforementioned Cammann led all scorers with 19 points, and he chipped in 5 rebounds.  Okorie added six more to his halftime tally, and contributed 18 points for the Card.

Clemson presented three hoopers with double-figures to their names.  Nick Davidson put up 16 points and 7 rebounds in his homecoming in the Golden State.  Ace Buckner (11) and Chase Thompson (10) gave their contributions too.

The Cardinal will next be in action Saturday, February 7, hosting the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at 5 PM PT on ESPNU.  Clemson travels across the Bay on the same date and time, to take on the California Golden Bears on the ACC Network

Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson: Clemson just gets by Stanford in razor close game 66-64

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Clemson Tigers forward Dallas Thomas (8) takes a three point shot against the Stanford Cardinal forward Adam Cammann (52) at Maples Pavilion Palo Alto on Wed Feb 4, 2026 (AP News photo)

Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson:

#1 How did Clemson manage to close out the game in the final minute — what were the key plays or free throws that decided the 66-64 outcome?

#2 Which individual performances stood out for each team (scorer leaders, career highs) and how did they impact the flow of the game?

#3 What were the turning points in the second half — how did momentum shift between the Tigers and the Cardinal?

#4 How effective was each team’s defense in critical moments, especially down the stretch when both sides struggled to score?

#5 How does this game reflect Clemson’s current road success in ACC play and Stanford’s recent struggles within the conference?

Stanford Cardinal podcasts with Michael Roberson are heard Thursdays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Cal Bears podcast Michael Villanueva: Cal hangs onto beat Georgia Tech 90-85 Wednesday night

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Cal Bears center Milos Ilic takes the ball to the hoop being pursued by the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets guard Kam Craft (12) at Haas Pavilion in Berkeley on Wed Feb 4, 2026 (Cal Bears X photo)

Cal Bears podcast Michael Vilanueva Michael Villanueva:

#1 The Cal Bears (17-6) battled hard to stay ahead of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (11-12) with a five point win 90-85 at Haas Pavilion on Wednesday night there was a lot of focus towards the end of the game as the Yellow Jackets were closing in the last few minutes of the game.

#2 Cal’s Dai Dai Ames led with 29 points in the win. Ames help keep the Bears in the contest in his contribution for the win.

#3 Which key statistical matchups will determine the outcome of the Georgia Tech vs. Cal game — for example, how might Cal’s experience at home and scoring differential compare with Georgia Tech’s rebounding strength?

#4 How significant is this game for Georgia Tech’s efforts to stop its recent losing streak and improve its position in ACC play?

#5 What strategies might each coach employ based on last season’s Georgia Tech win in overtime meeting and the current season’s performances of top players like Cal’s Dai Dai Ames and Georgia Tech’s Kowacie Reeves or Baye Ndongo?

Michael Villanueva covers the Cal Bears for http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Stanford Cardinal podcast Daniel Dullum: Stanford gets beat by Cal in 12 point deficit

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The score says it all as the Stanford Cardinal are beaten by the Cal Bears on their home floor on Sat Jan 24, 2026 at Maples Pavilion in Palo Alto (Stanford Cardinal X photo)

Stanford Cardinal podcast Daniel Dullum:

Tough loss for the Stanford Cardinal on Saturday night losing to the Cal Bears at Maples Pavilion 78-66 but Cal had the final say. In the first half it was close but Stanford came away with a four point lead 38-34. The Cardinal in the first half played a solid game and they led early they led by ten points.

This was before Cal put together a 25-5 run and that’s how they got that four point lead in at the half. The Cardinal leading scorer was Jeremy Dent Smith he had the effort but Dent Smith really needed help from his teammates to try and win this game. Stanford they have a nice lineup but they all need to be clicking they need to be playing off each other.

If their not able to do that and Cal had sonething defensively to do with that and yest Dent Smith had a nice game but the other guys have to step up and they didn’t. Cal is having a solid season which is partially why you had every reason to look forward to Saturday night’s game. Both these teams have had their issues the last few years but this season their both off to excellent starts and it looked pretty even going in.

Daniel podcasts Stanford basketball each Sunday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Cal Bears podcast Michael Villanueva: Camden, Pippin and Cal how they match up against Stanford on Saturday

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Cal Bears forward Lee Dort (left) throws down against UNC Tar Heels forward Caleb Wilson (8) in the first half at Haas Pavilion in Berkeley on Sat Jan 17, 2026. The Bears hit the road Sat Jan 23, 2026 against cross bay rival Stanford Cardinal at Maples Pavilion in Palo Alto (AP News photo)

Cal Bears podcast Michael Villanueva:

#1 Can John Camden set the tone offensively for Cal on the road, especially if Stanford pressures the Bears on the perimeter early?

#2 How important will Justin Pippin’s pace and decision-making be in keeping Cal composed against Stanford’s half-court defense?

#3 Will Cal look to establish Dai Dai Ames inside to counter Stanford’s frontcourt size, or lean more heavily on spacing and outside shooting?

#4 Can Camden and Pippin win the backcourt battle against Stanford’s guards and limit turnovers in what’s always a high-energy rivalry game?

#5 Which Cal role player could be the X-factor if Stanford sells out to stop Camden — and does Mark Madsen shorten the rotation in a tight road matchup?

Michael Villanueva does the Cal Bears podcasts at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Shorthanded Spartans drop contest to UNLV 76-62

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San Jose State Spartans Melvin Bell Jr scored a career high 22 points against the UNLV Runnin Rebels at Provident Union Event Center at San Jose on Sat Jan 17, 2026 (SJSU photo)

By Ryan Hannagan

San Jose — UNLV pulled away late to defeat shorthanded San Jose State 76-62 on Saturday afternoon, capitalizing on its depth and timely scoring runs to secure a Mountain West victory.

The Spartans dressed just seven players and were without leading scorer Colby Garland, who remains sidelined with a concussion. San Jose State also missed Ben Roseborough, Javaughn Hannah, Yaphet Moundhi and Jermaine Washington, leaving the Spartans thin against a UNLV team that entered the game favored.

Despite the limitations, San Jose State (6-12, 1-6 Mountain West) showed early resilience, trading baskets with the Rebels before UNLV began to find rhythm offensively. A Rebel run midway through the first half pushed the lead to eight, but the Spartans responded with a 9-1 surge to tie the game at 14.

San Jose State relied heavily on its interior offense in the opening half, drawing fouls and converting at the free throw line as perimeter shots failed to fall consistently. The Spartans briefly regained the lead at 20-19 with 8:23 remaining, but UNLV answered with a decisive 16-5 run to seize control.

Adrian Myers provided a spark late in the half, knocking down a 3-pointer and converting a pair of free throws to pull the Spartans within four. UNLV closed the half on another run and took a 40-31 lead into the locker room.

The Rebels opened the second half with efficient shooting, extending their advantage, but San Jose State adjusted offensively and found success from beyond the arc. A strong stretch of perimeter shooting cut the deficit to three and briefly swung momentum.

As the half progressed, the Spartans balanced inside scoring with perimeter looks, but UNLV maintained a cushion for much of the second half. Each San Jose State push was met with a response from the Rebels, who repeatedly halted comeback attempts.

Fatigue eventually set in for the undermanned Spartans, and UNLV pulled away in the closing minutes to secure the 76-62 win.

UNLV improved to 9-8 overall and 4-2 in conference play, while San Jose State fell to 6-12 overall and 1-6 in Mountain West action.

Stanford Cardinal game wrap: Comeback Cardinal overcame multiple double-digit deficits to defeat Tar Heels 95-90, Wednesday Evening, on the Farm

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Stanford Cardinal forward Aidan Cammann (52) dunks against the North Carolina Tar Heels guard Jaydon Young (4) in the first half at Maples Pavilion in Palo Alto on Wed Jan 15, 2026 (AP News photo)

By Michael Roberson

STANFORD, Calif. — Ebuka Okorie’s 36 points and nine assists led his Stanford Cardinal (14-4, 3-2 ACC) to a dramatic 95-90 come from behind victory over the North Carolina Tar Heels (14-3, 2-2 ACC) inside a raucous Maples Pavilion, with large fan participation for both schools.

UNC started the conference clash with the first four points of the game. However, Stanford followed that with a 5-0 run, to put them up by one. That would be their only lead in the entire first half.

The Tar Heels performed another significant run (7-0), eventually leading by as many as 12 points during the initial 20 minutes of play. Although the Cardinal continued to claw at the lead. They kept the game competitive by the halftime whistle.

Despite trailing for nearly 19 of the 20 minutes of the first half, Stanford only trailed by two at recess, 47-45.

The aforementioned Okorie led both teams at the half, with 17 points and 7 assists. Ryan Agarwal joined him with 11 points of his own. UNC center Henri Veesaar was the lone Tar Heel to be in double-figures scoring, with his 16 points at mid game.

The second half had the visitors from the Old North State more than doubling (10-0) their first half start to the second 20-minute stanza. UNC eventually parlayed that 2-point halftime lead to the game-high 12 points again.

As they did in the first half, Stanford fought back to erase the large deficit. They kept the score within reach, but just could not get over the hump for most of the second half. However, that was a different story with approximately one minute left in regulation.

Jeremy Dent-Smith stroked a dagger 3-pointer, which put the Cardinal up 88-87 at 1:01, and only their second lead (5-4) of the entire game. Ryan Agarwal followed that clutch shot with his own trey. Stanford established their largest margin of five.

As the seconds ticked off the scoreboard, the majority of the crowd was happy, and some gathered on the court in celebration. The Cardinal finished off a sweep of the Tar Heels over their first two years of ACC play.

Okorie led all players with 36 points, establishing another Stanford freshman record. Both Ryan Agarwal and Jeremy Dent-Smith added 20 points apiece , UNC’s leaders were Caleb Williams (26), Henri Veesaar (26), Seth Timble (13) and Luka Bogavac (13).

The Cardinal will next be in action Saturday, January 17, as they host the Duke Blue Devils.at 3 PM PT on the ACC Network. The Tar Heels head across the Bay to Berkeley, on the same date to take on Cal at 1 PM PT, on the ACC Network.