The Drive on ESPN 93.5

02/21/22 Hour 1: Illinois Survives MSU 79-74; Juwan vs Gard: Breaking Down the Melee

Lon, Derek and Trevor discuss Illinois beating Michigan State 79-74, and the meaning behind the road victory. Later, the guys break down the Juwan Howard brawl from all angles, and what suspensions should be handed out.

2/18/22 Hour 2: Underwood Audio; Illini Basketball; Who Ya Got- B1G Edition w/ Hans Dee

The guys play Underwood audio from today's press conference and preview the Michigan State v. Illinois game tomorrow. Later, Hans hosts "Who Ya Got" Big Ten Edition where the guys give their predictions on this weekend's games, including Daytona 500!

2/18/22 Hour 1: Big Ten Basketball; MLB Rant; Derek Piper Previews MSU

The guys talk Big Ten basketball and MLB, and Derek Piper joins on the phone as he makes his way to East Lansing to preview the Michigan State v. Illinois game for tomorrow.

02/16/22 Hour 1: Previewing Illinois vs Rutgers; Derek Piper Live from the RAC!

Lon and Trevor discuss the meaning of tonight's Illinois-Rutgers battle, and check in with Derek, who's courtside in Piscataway for the game.

02/15/22 Hour 2: Breaking Down Latest Bracketology; Brad Underwood Audio

Derek and Trevor hear press conference audio from Brad Underwood today, and talk about some of the frustrations with the inconsistencies from this team. Later, the guys talk 

02/15/22 Hour 1: Previewing Rutgers, More B1G Hoops Talk; Missing Spring Training Today

Lon and Derek break down Rutgers' starting five, and how big of a threat they pose to Illinois tomorrow night. Later, the guys sulk in the sadness of no pitchers and catchers reporting to Spring Training today.

02/14/22 Hour 2: Jim Benson (The Pantagraph) on Dan Muller Being Fired; MLB Lockout Talk

Lon and Derek are joined by The Pantagraph's Jim Benson, who details Illinois State firing Dan Muller, and what went wrong for the former ISU great. Later, the guys discuss when the MLB lockout might end, and if the Cardinals should sign Albert Pujols.

02/14/22 Hour 1: Illinois Beats Northwestern (Again); Piper on Kylan Boswell’s Visit

Lon and Derek discuss Illinois' narrow 73-66 victory over Northwestern, and what it means for the Big 10 title race going forward. Later, Derek provides the latest updates on how 5-star Champaign native Kylan Boswell's visit went.

02/11/22 Hour 2: Big Ten Basketball; Who Ya Got w/ Hans Dee

The guys talk all about Big Ten basketball standings and how Illinois compares to the competition. Later, Hans Dee hosts the award winning 'Who Ya Got' where the guys give their predictions on this weekend's biggest games, including the Super Bowl!

2/11/22 Hour 1: College Basketball; Super Bowl Preview

The guys talk about Big Ten basketball, and then preview this weekend's Super Bowl!

02/10/22 Hour 2: Trev’s Ticket: Super Bowl Edition; More James Harden Talk

Lon, Derek and Trevor break down their favorite and most insane Super Bowl props during Trev's Ticket: Super Bowl Edition. Later, hear Lon's thoughts on his Sixers acquiring James Harden.

02/10/22 Hour 1: NBA Trade Deadline Action; Tyra Perry (Illini Softball Coach) Joins the Show!

Lon and Derek discuss today's NBA trade deadline moves, most notably James Harden heading to Lon's Sixers. Later, Illini softball coach Tyra Perry joins the show to preview their upcoming season!

02/09/22 Hour 2: More Illinois-Purdue Reaction; Breaking Down Illinois’ Path to a B1G Title

Lon, Derek and Trevor continue to discuss Illinois' loss to Purdue, and what it means for their Big Ten title chances down the stretch.

02/09/22 Hour 1: Illinois Loses to Purdue 84-68; What We Saw, What It Means, What’s Next

Lon and Derek react to Illinois' disappointing 16 point loss to Purdue, and talk about what this means going forward. Later, Trevor rips off an emotional rant about the disheartening defeat.

02/08/22 Hour 2: Derek Piper Live from West Lafayette!; Brad Underwood Pregame Audio

Derek joins Trevor from the road to preview tonight's Illinois-Purdue battle, and who he think ultimately has the edge. Later, hear more audio from Brad Underwood's pre-game press conference.

02/08/22 Hour 1: Illinois vs Purdue - The Rematch; Breaking Down All Angles of the Game

Lon and Trevor preview tonight's primetime matchup between Illinois and Purdue, and what areas of Purdue's roster Illinois can exploit. Later, the guys chat about the Big Ten title race and how much of an advantage Illinois will have if they win tonight.

02/07/22 Hour 2: More Illinois-Indiana Talk; Previewing the Purdue Matchup Tomorrow

02/07/22 Hour 1: Illinois Beats Indiana 74-57, Brad Underwood Postgame Audio

Lon and Derek react to Illinois' second-half surge and win over Indiana, 74-57, and hear postgame audio from Brad Underwood.

02/04/22 Hour 2: Trevor Vallese Joins; Illini vs. Indiana Preview; Underwood Audio; Who Ya Got: B1G Basketball

Derek and Trevor preview tomorrow's Illini basketball game versus Indiana. Then, they play audio from Coach Underwood breaking down tomorrow's game. Later, Hans hosts Who Ya Got B1G Basketball Edition for the guy's predictions on this weekend's games.

02/04/22 Hour 1: Illini Basketball Talk (Wisconsin Review; Recruiting)

The guys talk about Illinois' win over Wisconsin, as well as recruiting and where the team stands in the B1G.