November 17 - Javamen preview Illini - Bama w/ special guest

🎙️ The JAVAMEN are back — and we’ve got a MASSIVE Illinois vs. Alabama basketball preview featuring special guest The Jacksonian.

Java Suds, Java Shaps, and Java Joe break down the Illini’s early-season surge and look ahead to the blockbuster matchup at the United Center. SEC insider Jackson Johnson (“The Jacksonian”) joins the show to deliver a full Alabama scouting report and plenty of southern SEC juice.

🔥 Illinois Basketball Talk — Bama Week Edition

The crew digs into all the major Illini storylines:

• How Illinois matches up with Alabama’s explosive guards
• Why rebounding, length, and interior play could swing this game.
• Brad Underwood’s revamped defensive approach and the early impact of the Crockstar.
• Big Z’s defensive spark and the importance of Tommy's availability.
• Instant contributions from Andréj, Keaton, and Mirković.

The Jacksonian lays out:

• Alabama’s top scoring threats
• Nate Oats’ high-tempo, high-volume offense
• Their brutal non-conference schedule
• What Illinois must do to control pace and keep the Tide from heating up

🏈 Bonus Content — SEC + CFP Talk

Before signing off, The Jacksonian hits on Alabama football, SEC playoff chaos, rivalry week, and classic SEC drama — complete with one of his signature phrases you won’t want to miss.

Grab a java, or a rum, and tune in.

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