The Drive on ESPN 93.5

Lon and Derek go through the list of former Illini who have won an NBA title. Later, the guys talk about the NBA Draft coverage and Derek tells a few Brandin Podziemski stories.

Lon and Derek discuss Iowa State transfer Jeremiah Williams decommitting from Illinois. Later, the guys visit with new Illini football commit Karsen Konkel.

Scott Burgess from Prep Hoops joins the show to break down some upcoming in-state high school basketball prospects that Illinois is targeting. Later, Derek and Kyle discuss some more Illini hoops and what lineups could look like with Ty Rodgers at point guard.

Derek and Kyle discuss some of the Illini's high school recruiting targets including Phoenix Gill and Jeremiah Fears. Later, the guys address the situation at West Virginia and talk about whether Kerr Kriisa could be an option for Illinois if he becomes available again.

Lon and Kyle update Day 2 of the US Open and Rickie Fowler's red hot start to the weekend as he seeks his first major title. Later, the guys share their thoughts on who will emerge as Illini basketball's #3 option to pair with Terrence Shannon Jr. and Coleman Hawkins.

Lon and Kyle discuss the news that Illinois basketball will play Florida Atlantic in the Jimmy V Classic. Later, the guys talk about the Cubs' recent hot stretch and whether they should be serious about going for the NL Central crown.

Derek and Kyle talk some baseball in an MLB edition of Next Question. Later, the guys discuss a few developments with the Illini basketball team as offseason workouts begin.

Derek and Kyle update Day 1 of the US open and discuss Rickie Fowler and Xander Schauffele tying the single round major record with first round 62s. Later, the guys share their plans to fix the Cardinals and Cubs heading into next season.

Spencer Aguiar from RotoBaller joins the show to talk some US Open and share the results of his betting models. Later, the guys discuss which MLB team they would adopt for the rest of the season if they could ditch the Cubs and Cardinals.

Lon and Derek discuss if they'd rather start their franchise with Reds prospect Elly De La Cruz or Cardinals prospect Jordan Walker and highlight some of the future stars of baseball. Later, the guys recap a successful 2 days of football recruiting and how much more optimism they have for the Illinois football program than in years past.

Lon and Derek discuss the Nuggets winning the NBA Finals and how incredible Nikola Jokic played during the playoff run. Later, the guys share a few betting picks for this weekend's US Open.

Derek and Kyle discuss 4-star DB Luke Williams committing to Ryan Walters and Purdue over Illinois and how intense that rivalry is going to be in the coming years. Later, the guys hit on a little NFL and NBA and highlight Adrien Dumont de Chassart winning his first pro tournament on the Korn Ferry Tour.

Derek and Kyle discuss how bad things have gotten for the St. Louis Cardinals and some other odd results so far in MLB. Later, Joey Wagner from Illini Inquirer joins the show to talk about a huge recruiting weekend for the Illini football program and break down some of their latest commits.

Lon and Kyle share their thoughts on the historic Oklahoma women's softball 53-game winning streak and when it's okay to celebrate in sports. Later, hear from new Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti as he breaks down the new Big Ten football schedule structure.

Lon and Kyle share their thoughts on Paul Mulcahy officially entering the transfer portal and how great he'd fit at Illinois. Justin Taylor from Dynasty Pros and the The Stew with JT Brew podcast joins the show to talk about some of his projects and discuss fantasy football.

Derek and Kyle share their thoughts on the College Football Players Associations threat to boycott the new NCAA video game. Later, the guys break down a couple potential college basketball portal entries and how they could fit at Illinois.

Derek and Kyle break down the release of the brand new Big Ten football schedule format with the addition of UCLA and USC including their reactions to the Illini's crop of opponents for the 2024 and 2025 seasons.

Lon, Derek, and Kyle have a draft of Big Ten basketball players for the 2023-24 season and see who can put together the best team.

Paul Klee from the Denver Gazette joins the show to share some memories from his time covering Illinois in Champaign and discuss the Nuggets' run to the NBA Finals. Steve Petrotto from Horizon Hobby joins the show to promote this weekend's RC Fest. The guys discuss whether or not Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn is getting slept on for the upcoming season.

Champaign Central baseball coach John Staab joins the show to reflect on his team's season. Lance Ringler from Golfweek joins the show to share his thoughts on the PGA/LIV merger and Illinois' loss at the NCAA Championship. Later, Lon and Derek discuss how badly the Illini fanbase needs a national title.