<p>Jim Irsay is impatient for winning and to lose Carson Wentz as an employee. &nbsp;That impatience will make GM Chris Ballard job of getting reasonable value back very difficult. &nbsp;Billionaires - what are you going to do with them? &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana hosts Maryland tomorrow night, and if the Hoosiers lose, another trip to the NIT might be in their future! &nbsp;Trayce Jackson-Davis says he will tell Xavier Johnson to keep shooting. &nbsp;In this video, I tell Trayce why that is the worst thing imaginable to tell Xavier. &nbsp;</p> <p>IU recruit CJ Gunn got tossed for Lawrence North's game last night, so he will miss the opening game of the sectional next Tuesday. &nbsp;Hope he got bad decisions out of his system before getting to Bloomington!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Carson Wentz will be remembered as a one-year failed experiment - unless it becomes a two-year failed experiment. &nbsp;The reasons to replace him are obvious - to the eye AND analytics. &nbsp;The reason to keep Wentz would be a failure to upgrade, which would be owned by Chris Ballard. &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana Basketball is in trouble as fans lose passion due to relentless mediocrity. &nbsp;The cure is a cultural re-plate. &nbsp;Running this roster back will bring nothing but further misery. &nbsp;</p> <p>Zion Williamson is a selfish dude among many selfish dudes in the NBA.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Chris Ballard needs to acquire a series of elite level assets - and convert two current players from mediocre to elite. &nbsp;Then the Colts will be a championship contender. &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana needs to come together as a team to win next three, and then Mike Woodson needs to define the culture of Indiana Basketball once and for all and recruit to it. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Tom Izzo says ending the handshake line after game would be "a farce." &nbsp;Maybe it should change instead of continue to cause problems.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Reich can get the Colts from 9-8 to 12-5 and the Super Bowl with the right roster! &nbsp;That roster is more than a few pieces from being championship ready! &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana needs to re-plate its basketball culture! &nbsp;Coaches change, but the results don't. &nbsp;Mike Woodson needs to fix that right away, and the rebuild starts with the point guard position. &nbsp;</p> <p>Pacers, Purdue, and Butler get some wishes too!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Indiana came back from down 11 to take a four-point lead. &nbsp;Ohio State forced OT, and won by 11. &nbsp;EJ Liddell was a beast and Malaki Branham looked like the Big 10 Freshman of the Year. &nbsp;</p> <p>Fans will clamor for change, but I am riding with Woodson. &nbsp;I can't hope another coach gets fired to give me hope. &nbsp;But he needs to correct the structural flaws that continue to cripple this always proud but recently unsuccessful basketball program.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Carson Wentz remains tahe favorite in a crowded field because he already has the job, but there is a new longshot with a long pedigree of excellence shooting up the tote board! &nbsp;</p> <p>I love the Hoosiers as a road dog tonight in Columbus! &nbsp;Ohio State is a great matchup for Indiana, and I'll bet you Chris Holtmann doesn't try to slap around Dane Fife in the postgame handshake line! &nbsp;</p> <p>Bubble trouble at Michigan. &nbsp;Long suspension coming for Juwan Howard!</p> <p>Great book recommendation about shooting a basketball - and management in general!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Could Brady actually be the next Colts quarterback? &nbsp;There is no better option, but he's retired, right? &nbsp;</p> <p>Rested Indiana Basketball on the road tonight against weary Ohio State and a game the Hoosiers could steal. &nbsp;</p> <p>Juwan Howard was wrong - no question - but can we finally end the charade of the postgame handshake line?</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Andrew Luck is living a very nice life, so why do fans see him as a cautionary tale for Joe Burrow? &nbsp;Burrow should hope to emulate Luck, not escape his fate! &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana can get there with Woodson. &nbsp;The first year will not define his era. &nbsp;He needs to build his culture - and recruit some shooters. &nbsp;</p> <p>Pacers grades at the All Star Break - for the present - a solid F! &nbsp;For the future - an A+! &nbsp;Kevin Pritchard has done a lot of heavy lifting to get amass assets that can win big in two years!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>If I suddenly became the general manager of the Indiana Colts, would I trade Carson Wentz and Quenton Nelson? &nbsp;Yes to one, no to the other! &nbsp;What free agents would I target? &nbsp;Who is my left tackle? &nbsp;And what about the draft - who looks sweet and ready to be a championship contributor?</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Chris Ballard has to fill three holes without a current plug on the roster - and another at quarterback. &nbsp;Where will he find answers at left tackle, tight end, and wide receiver? &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>The Hoosiers are reeling - again - but tap the brakes on calls to replace Mike Woodson! &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Pacers found a way to go into the All-Star Break on a winning note, and that success needs to stop!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Two pieces to the Colts quarterback puzzle - Wentz goes is easy, but who the upgrade is to replace him is tough. &nbsp;There are maybe 12 QBs who would be an obvious step up. &nbsp;Who among them is a reasonable target? &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana took on transfer and others left - how are the former Hoosiers faring at their new homes? &nbsp;Are they shooting better from beyond the arc than Xavier Johnson? &nbsp;The answer is surprising. &nbsp;</p> <p>Pacers with their final chance to fall to the fourth worst NBA record heading into the All-Star Break tonight against Washington!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Chris Ballard's belief in inside-out roster building was not shared by the Rams who balanced inside and outside very nicely. &nbsp;Where does improvement need to start? &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana can't shoot or play with discipline against Wisconsin - not a recipe for success last night, or ever. &nbsp;Four straight losses put Hoosiers on the Bubble. &nbsp;</p> <p>Butler beats DePaul in Chicago despite injuries. &nbsp;Pacers losing way to the top of the Draft? &nbsp;Giannis with fitty last night to dwarf Hield's 36!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Hoosiers lacked discipline and shooting, and that is a bad combination against a Wisconsin team that grinds and grinds opponents for 40 minutes. &nbsp;Wasting possessions will get you beat against Wisconsin, and IU wasted plenty. &nbsp;Back to the drawing board with five games to go in the regular season.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Colts offseason primer - not personal about Carson Wentz and Quenton Nelson; it's business! Chris Ballard and Frank Reich seats still very cool. &nbsp;Most pressing needs other than quarterback are left tackle (Colts do not have one on the roster) and WR/TE! &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana is still solid in ESPN's Bracketology for the NCAA Tournament, but need a win tonight, or the Hoosiers will move onto the Bubble! &nbsp;</p> <p>Butler visit DePaul and Pacers play in Milwaukee tonight!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>If Jim Irsay is ready to declare the Wentz experiment over, how permanently does the stink of that failure attach to Chris Ballard and Frank Reich? &nbsp;Looking at free agents at tight end and wide receiver is a fun diversion from the Wentz talk! &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana is favored by 3 1/2 tonight against Wisconsin at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. &nbsp;The Badgers can't shoot, but they sure hold onto the ball. &nbsp;</p> <p>Butler should win tonight at DePaul - and the Pacers will compete in Milwaukee. &nbsp;</p> <p>Tamika Catchings stepped down yesterday as the GM of the Indiana Fever. &nbsp;Tamika is one of the best people in sports, but there is no escaping the Fever's failures during her time as GM.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>If Jim Irsay told Chris Mortensen and Jason La Canfora that Carson Wentz is gone - Carson Wentz is gone! &nbsp;The free agent pool is shallow enough for toddlers to splash safely, so who is a candidate for the sixth different opening day starter in six seasons? &nbsp;</p> <p>The NFL salary cap is complicated, so I break it down in a way every adult can understand. &nbsp;</p> <p>Why won't ESPN, Fox Sports, and BTN hire an Indiana grad to be a college basketball analyst - how about Dan Dakich for instance!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Carson Wentz will be traded or released by Colts prior to March 18th, according to reports. &nbsp;Time has come to finally get the QB position right. &nbsp;Rams and Bengals show path to championship. &nbsp;Bengals had a choice in the '21 draft - WR JaMarr Chase or OL Penei Sewell. &nbsp;They took Chase! &nbsp;Lions took Sewell! &nbsp;</p> <p>Sasha Stefanovic stars as Purdue beats Maryland by one on phenomenal final defensive stand. &nbsp;</p> <p>Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Smith shine as Pacers lose again to fall closer to success!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Carson Wentz is the most important Colts players, and I'll give you five great reasons why! You will either agree with the other four, or the list may disturb you! &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana Basketball travels to Michigan State tomorrow for a test of unity - and shooting! &nbsp;</p> <p>Pacers debut their new look tonight against the Cavs. &nbsp;We cheer for them to win while smiling if they lose!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Colts defensive coordinator and IU's Tom Allen both enjoy LEO - although Bradley's is unique! &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana Basketball's Mike Woodson introduced five players to a meaningful consequence Tuesday night, and hopefully that allows integrity to flourish within his program. &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana Pacers may be busy today putting the finishing touches on Phase A of the roster renovation!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Jonathan Taylor wins running backs triple crown but gets zero MVP votes? &nbsp;WHAT! No Quenton Nelson hate here! Nothing but big love for Big Q! &nbsp;</p> <p>Michigan destroys a weary Purdue squad as Indiana prepares for trip to angry Michigan State! &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana Pacers renovation moves forward with final deadline deal. &nbsp;Roster now younger, faster, and cheaper!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Nelson cannot be paid 10% of the Colts cap and allow them to contend for a championship. &nbsp;Beginning March 16, NFL teams can trade. &nbsp;Nelson could fetch a nice bounty, so Chris Ballard should do that! &nbsp;</p> <p>Mike Woodson has reinstated the five suspended players, and they will be on the floor at Michigan State. &nbsp;Woodson mentioned the need for players to adhere to curfew, which you might have inferred is the reason the players were suspended. &nbsp;Connecting those dots is what IU wants you to do. &nbsp;</p> <p>Indiana Pacers made a minor deal with the Suns at the deadline - Torrey Craig for Jalen Smith. &nbsp;Smith will be a free agent at season's end, so that is more cap money for Kevin Pritchard to spend on upgrades!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Gus Bradley smiled a lot with the media today, and he addressed Colts fans' greatest fears about taking over for Matt Eberflus. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Mike Woodson suspended five players for breaking team rules. &nbsp;In 1978 years ago, Woodson was put on probation for breaking team rules. &nbsp;That makes him a good learner - not a hypocrite! &nbsp;The next step is finding the leader of the Hoosier Five and sending him home. &nbsp;</p> <p>With one day until the NBA's trade deadline, all is quiet for the Pacers, but that could change with another Woj Bomb!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Mike Woodson suspends five for last night's loss, but will that be all? Playing at IU is a privilege, not a right. If teaching that lesson requires players take a bus home, I'm good with that. &nbsp;Michigan State looms in two days!&nbsp;</p> <p>Purdue put Illinois on blast in the second half last night at Mackey, so the Boilermakers are now tied for the Big 10 lead. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Butler loses a close game at Creighton.&nbsp;</p> <p>Kevin Pritchard still doing work to set the Indiana Pacers up for a relatively quick leap back to relevance! One day until the trade deadline!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>IU Basketball is about togetherness and accountability and Mike Woodson made that clear tonight. Now it's up to Xavier Johnson, Khristian Lander, Tamar Bates, Michael Durr, and Parker Stewart to decide whether they want to be a part of the Hoosier program, and how deep are they willing to buy in. &nbsp;</p> <p>Yeah, Indiana lost, but what happens this season will be determined by what happens because of this loss.</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>

<p>Kevin Pritchard deals Domas Sabonis, Justin Holiday, and Jeremy Lamb for Tyrese Haliburton, Buddy Hield, and Tristan Thompson, but he's not done! &nbsp;Who will play tonight against the Hawks? Don't know, but I bet they win! &nbsp;</p> <p>Colts new defensive coordinator Gus Bradley will talk to the Indy media tomorrow. &nbsp;Expect energy and answers fans will rally behind! &nbsp;</p> <p>Hoosiers have a must-win game tonight at Northwestern, and the matchups favor Indiana! &nbsp;Miller Kopp's return to his first alma mater will feature four splashes - minimum!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-kent-sterling-show/support</a>