[1076] A Look Ahead to the DeVries Era (Plus: A Look Back and Tourney Talk)

This episode of The Assembly Call dives deep into IU's new basketball coach, Darian DeVries, analyzing his coaching philosophy and what fans can expect from this fresh start.

We discuss the current roster changes with players entering the transfer portal and DeVries' approach to building his team. Throughout the conversation, we examine his coaching style, offensive and defensive strategies, and what this new era means for Indiana basketball.

Among the topics discussed:

- The mass exodus (for real this time!) of players to the transfer portal and why fans shouldn't panic about the rebuild under DeVries (10:45)

- DeVries' philosophy on unselfish basketball and making "the one more pass" offers insights into his offensive approach that differs from previous coaches (36:00)

- DeVries' track record of adapting to player personnel, highlighting his success at Drake and West Virginia despite injuries (42:00)

- Jerod finally shows up to participate in an extensive discussion about the relationship between IU fans and the program, and how DeVries *might* be the coach to restore trust and enthusiasm (1:23:00)

- Ryan returns to emphasize why hiring a true "college basketball guy" instead of an NBA coach is exactly what Indiana needed (1:53:00)

Ultimately, the discussion centers around the reality that while results will ultimately determine DeVries' success, his coaching philosophy, basketball knowledge, and approach to team-building give IU fans legitimate reasons for optimism after years of disappointment.

On the mics: Coach Tonsoni, Ryan Phillips, Andy Bottoms, and Jerod Morris

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