GO BLUE HOOPS with Tim McCormick!

Hosted by Tim McCormick — former Michigan Basketball standout and longtime ESPN/NBA analyst — Hail Media's GO BLUE HOOPS blends nostalgia and insider insight to explore both the legends who built Michigan’s legacy and the players writing the next chapter today. Hail to the Victors and LET'S GO BLUE!!!Hail MediaOur Stories.Our University.Our Team.〽️GO BLUE! 💙💛

GO BLUE HOOPS with Tim McCormick! is a sports podcast hosted by Tim McCormick, with 47 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Tim McCormick hosts GO BLUE HOOPS with Tim McCormick!, a sports show with 47 episodes published.

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  Episode #46

  Inside Michigan Basketball: Dylan Murphy on Winning, Development & What’s Ahead. Go Blue Hoops Ep 46

  Aug 13, 202636 minS1

  Michigan basketball assistant coach Dylan Murphy joins Tim McCormick for an inside look at the Wolverines, his coaching philosophy, player development and what Michigan fans can expect from the upcoming season. Drawing on more than a decade of coaching experience across college basketball, the NBA and NBA G League, Murphy explains how his professional basketball background influences the way he evaluates players, develops talent and approaches team building at Michigan. Murphy breaks down what has impressed him most about the Wolverines, including the team's togetherness, defensive potential, versatility and commitment to winning. He also discusses how Michigan can establish its identity, the importance of continuity within a roster and the individual skills that could allow several players to take major steps forward this season. In this episode: Dylan Murphy's journey to Michigan basketball How NBA experience translates to the college game Michigan's strengths entering the upcoming season Player development and maximizing individual skill sets Why defense will be critical to Michigan's success Building chemistry and continuity in college basketball Potential breakout players to watch Strategic adjustments and Michigan's evolving team identity What separates winning basketball cultures What Wolverines fans should expect this season Whether you're a Michigan basketball fan, college basketball follower or interested in coaching and player development, Murphy provides an inside look at how the Wolverines are preparing to compete at the highest level. We also want to thank our sponsors - including our new sponsor Valiant! Look for merch coming soon and in the meantime you can pick up your 2026 football schedule t-shirts NOW at this link! https://shop.championscircleuofm.com/s/d39620 Knight's Steakhouse is also a sponsor and an Ann Arbor family-owned institution! Hail Media has and will be running events / livestreams at the downtown location at the corner of Liberty and Maynard across from the Michigan Theater! www.knightsrestaurants.com And of course, @OLIPOP ! OLIPOP contains a functional ingredient blend and supports digestive health, making it an easy go-to when Chris wants something that fits his busy lifestyle. Grab an OLIPOP, settle in, and enjoy this episode of Go Blue Hoops. Listeners can get 20% off of orders at drinkolipop.com/GOBLUE ○ URL: drinkolipop.com/GOBLUE ● OLIPOP is also available in the soda aisle and with the chilled beverages at thousands of retailers nationwide, including Walmart, Target, Costco, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Publix, Meijer and more! FOLLOW US FOR MORE MICHIGAN STORIES! Like and subscribe to the channel and join us on: Facebook: www.facebook.com/hailmediagroup Instagram: www.instagram.com/hailmediagroup LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hail-media-group/ TIkTok: www.tiktok.com/@hailmediagroup Substack: https://hailmediagroup.substack.com/ X / Twitter: https://x.com/hailmediagroup You can also support us directly on our Patreon which will help us to continue to bring the best Michigan content your way! Not required, certainly appreciated. www.patreon.com/hailmediagroup Hail 〽️edia. Our Stories. Our University. Our Team. Go Blue! Subscribe for more Michigan football interviews, recruiting coverage, player stories, and conversations from around the Wolverines program. #MichiganBasketball #GoBlue #DylanMurphy #CollegeBasketball #MichiganWolverines #NCAABasketball

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  Episode #45

  How Analytics Propelled Michigan to a Championship + Roddy Gayle Jr. Update | Ep. 45

  Aug 4, 202648 minS2

  How is Michigan basketball using analytics to build a winning program? Director of Basketball Analytics Jacob Kohn joins Tim McCormick to reveal how data influences game planning, player development, recruiting and roster construction.Tim also breaks down the latest Michigan basketball news, including Roddy Gayle Jr.’s potential fifth year of eligibility, the addition of analytics-driven assistant coach Dylan Murphy and what the recent changes could mean for the Wolverines’ roster next season.Kohn takes us inside Michigan’s analytics operation and explains how the coaching staff turns numbers into actionable information. From evaluating players and scouting opponents to identifying strategic advantages, analytics have become a crucial part of how Michigan prepares to win.In this episode: How Michigan uses analytics in game preparation Jacob Kohn’s role within the basketball program The potential return of Roddy Gayle Jr. How the five-year eligibility rule could affect Michigan What Dylan Murphy brings to the coaching staff How data impacts recruiting and roster construction The connection between analytics and player development How team activities help strengthen chemistryDo analytics give Michigan basketball an advantage over the rest of the Big Ten? Let us know in the comments.Subscribe to Go Blue Hoops for exclusive interviews, Michigan basketball analysis, recruiting updates and inside information from former Wolverine Tim McCormick.This episode is also supported by OLIPOP.OLIPOP contains a functional ingredient blend and supports digestive health, making it an easy go-to when Chris wants something that fits his busy lifestyle.Grab an OLIPOP, settle in, and enjoy this episode of Go Blue Hoops.Listeners can get 20% off of orders at drinkolipop.com/GOBLUE○ URL: drinkolipop.com/GOBLUE● OLIPOP is also available in the soda aisle and with the chilled beverages atthousands of retailers nationwide, including Walmart, Target, Costco, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Publix, Meijer and more!Last but not least Go Blue Hoops is also sponsored by the Leaders and Best at @MichiganMedicine . There's a difference between an answer and a Michigan Answer. To find your Michigan Answer visit www.michigananswers.org.FOLLOW US FOR MORE MICHIGAN STORIES!Like and subscribe to the channel and join us on:Facebook: www.facebook.com/hailmediagroupInstagram: www.instagram.com/hailmediagroupLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hail-media-group/TIkTok: www.tiktok.com/@hailmediagroupSubstack: https://hailmediagroup.substack.com/ X / Twitter: https://x.com/hailmediagroupYou can also support us directly on our Patreon which will help us to continue to bring the best Michigan content your way! Not required, certainly appreciated. www.patreon.com/hailmediagroupHail 〽️edia.Our Stories.Our University.Our Team.Go Blue!#MichiganBasketball #GoBlue #CollegeBasketball

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  Episode #44

  Is Roddy Gayle Jr. coming back to Michigan? Go Blue Hoops special episode.

  Aug 1, 202612 minS2

  Roddy Gayle Jr. may have a path back to Michigan Basketball — and his return could completely change the Wolverines’ 2026–27 outlook.A federal judge has granted a class-wide preliminary injunction affecting certain athletes from the high school Class of 2022 who had exhausted four seasons of eligibility. That decision could give Gayle an opportunity to play one more college season, although his return to Michigan has not been confirmed.In this Go Blue Hoops Special Report, Tim McCormick breaks down what the new five-year eligibility situation means for Roddy Gayle, Michigan’s roster and the future of college basketball.We discuss: Why Gayle could now be eligible for another season Whether Michigan has the roster and scholarship space to bring him back How his experience, defense and leadership could strengthen the Wolverines The value of veteran players in building a championship roster How the ruling could impact the transfer portal, recruiting and roster management What Gayle’s NBA Summer League performance showed about his continued developmentGayle made the most of his opportunities with the Detroit Pistons’ Summer League team, shooting 61.5% from the field and 66.7% from three-point range.Would bringing back a proven veteran from Michigan’s national championship team give the Wolverines their best chance to repeat—or should the program use that roster spot elsewhere?Watch the full breakdown and tell us below: Should Michigan bring Roddy Gayle back?Subscribe to Go Blue Hoops with Tim McCormick for Michigan Basketball news, roster updates, player interviews and year-round analysis.This episode is also supported by OLIPOP.OLIPOP contains a functional ingredient blend and supports digestive health, making it an easy go-to when Chris wants something that fits his busy lifestyle.Grab an OLIPOP, settle in, and enjoy this episode of Go Blue Hoops.Listeners can get 20% off of orders at drinkolipop.com/GOBLUE○ URL: drinkolipop.com/GOBLUE● OLIPOP is also available in the soda aisle and with the chilled beverages atthousands of retailers nationwide, including Walmart, Target, Costco, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Publix, Meijer and more!Last but not least Go Blue Hoops is also sponsored by the Leaders and Best at @MichiganMedicine . There's a difference between an answer and a Michigan Answer. To find your Michigan Answer visit www.michigananswers.org.FOLLOW US FOR MORE MICHIGAN STORIES!Like and subscribe to the channel and join us on:Facebook: www.facebook.com/hailmediagroupInstagram: www.instagram.com/hailmediagroupLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hail-media-group/TIkTok: www.tiktok.com/@hailmediagroupSubstack: https://hailmediagroup.substack.com/ X / Twitter: https://x.com/hailmediagroupYou can also support us directly on our Patreon which will help us to continue to bring the best Michigan content your way! Not required, certainly appreciated. www.patreon.com/hailmediagroupHail 〽️edia.Our Stories.Our University.Our Team.Go Blue!#MichiganBasketball #RoddyGayle #CollegeBasketball

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  Episode #43

  Michigan Freshmen Are Turning Heads | J.P. Estrella Exclusive. Go Blue Hoops Ep 43

  Jul 30, 202646 minS2

  Michigan basketball may have one of the most intriguing rosters in college basketball—and Tim McCormick got an inside look at practice. Which freshmen are ready to make an immediate impact, and how high is J.P. Estrella’s ceiling?In this episode of Go Blue Hoops, Tim shares what stood out during Michigan basketball practice and breaks down the Wolverines’ potential for the upcoming season. He examines the team’s talented freshman wings, including why Brandon McCoy’s skill set and upside could eventually make him a lottery pick.Tim also sits down with junior transfer J.P. Estrella for an exclusive conversation about his journey, his role at Michigan and what he can bring to the Wolverines on both ends of the floor.Topics include:• Michigan’s overall roster and season outlook• Brandon McCoy’s ball-handling, skill and NBA potential• The freshmen who could make an immediate impact• J.P. Estrella’s role and development• Michigan’s defensive strengths and offensive challenges• The influence of the coaching staff and team culture• The Wolverines’ path back to the NCAA TournamentHow good can this Michigan team be? Let us know your prediction—and which Wolverine you believe will have the biggest breakout season—in the comments.This episode is sponsored by Knight's Steakhouse with multiple locations in Michigan including the future home of Hail Media events, including livestreams from the downtown location at Liberty and Maynard across from the Michigan Theater! www.knightsrestaurants.comThis episode is also supported by OLIPOP.OLIPOP contains a functional ingredient blend and supports digestive health, making it an easy go-to when Chris wants something that fits his busy lifestyle.Grab an OLIPOP, settle in, and enjoy this episode of Go Blue Hoops.Listeners can get 20% off of orders at drinkolipop.com/GOBLUE○ URL: drinkolipop.com/GOBLUE● OLIPOP is also available in the soda aisle and with the chilled beverages atthousands of retailers nationwide, including Walmart, Target, Costco, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Publix, Meijer and more!Last but not least Go Blue Hoops is also sponsored by the Leaders and Best at @MichiganMedicine . There's a difference between an answer and a Michigan Answer. To find your Michigan Answer visit www.michigananswers.org.FOLLOW US FOR MORE MICHIGAN STORIES!Like and subscribe to the channel and join us on:Facebook: www.facebook.com/hailmediagroupInstagram: www.instagram.com/hailmediagroupLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hail-media-group/TIkTok: www.tiktok.com/@hailmediagroupSubstack: https://hailmediagroup.substack.com/ X / Twitter: https://x.com/hailmediagroupYou can also support us directly on our Patreon which will help us to continue to bring the best Michigan content your way! Not required, certainly appreciated. www.patreon.com/hailmediagroupHail 〽️edia.Our Stories.Our University.Our Team.Go Blue!Subscribe to Go Blue Hoops for exclusive interviews, Michigan basketball analysis, practice insights and year-round coverage of the Wolverines.

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  Episode #42

  Tim McCormick shares what he saw at Michigan Basketball practice. Go Blue Hoops Ep 42

  Jul 22, 202645 minS2

  Michigan basketball is entering an important new chapter—and Tim McCormick has an inside look at how the Wolverines are preparing for what comes next.In this episode of Go Blue Hoops, Tim shares his observations from Michigan basketball practice, including the players who stood out, areas of development and the coaching strategies beginning to shape the team. He also examines the Wolverines’ roster, the continued development of Michigan’s young talent and how the program is establishing continuity during a period of change.Tim also breaks down the latest NBA Summer League performances, including what he has seen from former Michigan stars Hunter Dickinson and Yaxel Lendeborg, and explains how their games are translating to the professional level.Plus, Michigan’s upcoming international trip to Croatia and Lithuania will give the Wolverines additional practices, valuable game experience and an early opportunity to build chemistry before the college basketball season begins.Later in the show, Tim sits down with former Michigan standout Richard Rellford for a special conversation about his journey to Ann Arbor, his playing career, the teams and coaches that shaped him, and the toughness and leadership required to win at Michigan.In this episode: Tim McCormick’s observations from Michigan basketball practice Players making an impression during offseason workouts Michigan’s roster development and potential lineup combinations Coaching strategies shaping the Wolverines’ next chapter Hunter Dickinson and Yaxel Lendeborg at NBA Summer League Michigan’s international trip to Croatia and Lithuania Richard Rellford’s Michigan career and lasting impact What the Wolverines must accomplish before the season beginsHow important will Michigan’s international trip be for the development of this roster? Let us know what you think in the comments.Subscribe to Hail Media and turn on notifications for more Michigan basketball interviews, practice reports, player updates and inside analysis from Tim McCormick on Go Blue Hoops.Go Blue!#MichiganBasketball #GoBlue #MichiganWolverines #GoBlueHoops #CollegeBasketball #BigTenBasketball #NCAA #RichardRellford #YaxelLendeborg #HunterDickinson

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