<p>Indiana can play some defense, but will have to clean up a lot offensively to contend in the Big 10 - especially Xavier Johnson! &nbsp;Hoosiers will likely finish the calendar year 11-2 in Mike Woodson's first 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>A Colts starter is questionable with an illness and a Patriots weapon is downgraded to OUT! Bill Belichick is under .500 as a head coach without Tom Brady as his starter! Carson Wentz trade has been a thing of beauty so far, hasn't it? Indiana needs to hit 3s and hold onto the ball against Notre Dame, and Butler wants to slow the game against Purdue to a snail's pace in the final Crossroads Classic!</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 winning relies upon Jonathan Taylor running wild tomorrow night! Ryan Kelly expected to play! Belichick lists NINE Patriots as questionable! &nbsp;Pacers get win - and I want Caris LeVert kept! &nbsp;Greed killing Crossroads Classic - final celebration tomorrow. &nbsp;James Hinchcliffe to NBC as IndyCar analyst - can he be as honest as Paul Tracy?</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 says Woods is out, and Franklin probably won't come off the Covid list for the game. &nbsp;Typical Bill Belichick lists nine as questionable and only Ronnie Perkins out. Patriots aren't hard to figure out, but beating them requires two things! &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Going to give the Indiana Pacers one more shot tonight as they host the Pistons. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Final Crossroad Classic this Saturday, and that is a shame!</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 seem to match up nicely with the Patriots, and then a weapon for the Cardinals has been lost for the season - AND their final opponent is without a coach! &nbsp;Tom Allen put together the best recruiting class in program history coming off one of the Hoosiers worst seasons! &nbsp;Pacers lost to a team wearing Bucks jerseys, and owner Herb Simon says the Pacers will stay the course.</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>When the Colts beat the New England Patriots, every goal they had for the regular season becomes possible. &nbsp;Josh McDaniels opting to stay in New England might have been the best non-hire in Colts history, and when he says he doesn't regret not taking the job, he is lying. &nbsp;Indiana Football cleaned house on National Signing Day, but still need a quarterback!</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>Optimism Wednesday with a bunch of positives about the Colts, Indiana Pacers, and Indiana Football on National Signing Day! &nbsp;When Colts run, they win - when they throw, they lose. &nbsp;It is that simple. &nbsp;Bucks put Giannis in protocol, which is great news for Pacers. &nbsp;Indiana Football's recruiting class ranked #19 as of this moment.</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 versus Patriots one of the great rivalries in NFL history - we count down the top five games in the series! &nbsp;The injury report is mostly clean for both teams! &nbsp;Michael Penix has transferred to Washington and Center Grove's Caden Curry has chosen Ohio State over Indiana. &nbsp;IU Basketball will play a home and home against Kansas in 2022 and 2023! &nbsp;Goga ga-gone to G-League!</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 running game against the Patriots defense is a fascinating matchup that will determine Saturday's winner! &nbsp;Pacers blew late lead to lose to Warriors as Myles Turner struggle after complaining about use. &nbsp;The MIC gave Carmel and Center Grove the boot yesterday, although both schools were leaving the conference anyway, it seems.</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>Wentz vs. Jones? &nbsp;Wentz, please! &nbsp;Taylor vs. Harris? &nbsp;Big helping of JT! &nbsp;There is a bigger matchup far more important though - and it needs to favor the Colts Saturday night! &nbsp;Indiana Pacers and Eastern Conference Player of the Week Domas Sabonis host Steph Curry's Warriors tonight! &nbsp;What do we know about IU Basketball so far? &nbsp;Well, we know one thing they need!</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 slid up to the sixth seed when the Bills, Bengals, and Raiders lost, but that is at risk Saturday as Bill Belichick and the Patriots visit. &nbsp;Indiana had more offensive rebounds than Merrimack had total boards, but don't let that thrill you. &nbsp;Purdue dodged a bullet as Sasha got hot late! &nbsp;Pacers look for a star? &nbsp;Myles Turner unhappy as a "role player?"</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 Basketball talk - what's missing? &nbsp;What's the ceiling? &nbsp;Can Woodson change the culture, or is it up to the players? &nbsp;Is the transfer portal good for college basketball? &nbsp;Ryan Sterling and I discuss what is right and what is wrong with an instant postgame!</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 can benefit significantly this Sunday while others play! &nbsp;Who should fans, players, and coaches root for, and how much can it help? &nbsp;Pacers will play Rick Carlisle's old team tonight without Carlisle on the bench! Covid got him despite vaccine and booster. &nbsp;Don't worry - his symptoms are mild. &nbsp;Indiana has a great opportunity to get back on track Sunday against a terrible team. &nbsp;Butler will play a worse team tomorrow, and Purdue will be in Brooklyn Sunday to take on NC State! &nbsp;</p> <p>Bonus story at the very end recounting the birth of the WIBC Radiation to benefit The Salvation Army!</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 move up as Steelers lose to Vikes, so playoff likelihood improves. &nbsp;Belichick not as good after bye as Reich! &nbsp;Purdue's stay at #1 will be short after losing to Rutgers and Ron Harper Jr. &nbsp;Rick Carlisle positive for Covid - negative for tonight's game. &nbsp;Four-time Indy 500 champion Al Unser Sr. passes away.</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>Hoosier Basketball fans fell in love in the first half at Wisconsin and in hate during a second half collapse. &nbsp;Somewhere in the middle lies reason. &nbsp;Blaming Xavier Johnson does no one any good, but trusting Mike Woodson to help him improve between now and March might be an approach that saves our collective sanity. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;It's not about wins in December, but those in March that are coveted!</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 took the game to Wisconsin through the first 39 minutes and then allowed the Badgers to dominate the final 21. &nbsp;Colts fans have plenty to root for this Sunday! &nbsp;Pacers played a complete 48 minutes in dominating fatigued Knicks. &nbsp;Purdue defends #1 ranking tonight for the first time in program history. &nbsp;Paul Tracy is out at NBC's coverage of IndyCar, which is a shame.</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 had a 22-point lead in the first half and through poor offensive execution, bad free throw shooting, and a complete change in officiating tone and competence lost - again - at Wisconsin. &nbsp;IU has a point guard problem that requires an immediate solution, but there isn't one.</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>Optimism Wednesday - nothing positive vibes about the weather, the Hoosiers in Madison tonight, and the Pacers as they play the Knicks and embark on a rebuild that will bring brighter days to a fanbase deserving of a championship!</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>Darius Leonard and the Colts are shown as they are on Hard Knocks, and that should make fans feel great! &nbsp;Hoosiers travel to Madison tonight, where they haven't won in a LONG time! Butler gets huge road win in OT over Oklahoma! &nbsp;Pacers looking to rebuild - and it is about time!</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>Darius Leonard might call shutout every week, but this week he got it right! &nbsp;Kenny Moore worthy Walter Payton Man of the Year - and Pro Bowl! Bob Kravitz says the Pacers are finally ready to rebuild! Who should be dealt and who should be protected? &nbsp;End postgame handshake lines NOW! &nbsp;That's according to Mrs. Hercules Sterling!</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>Four teams have seven wins in the AFC - Bills, Chargers, Bengals - AND the Indianapolis Colts! &nbsp;Indy keeps winning - and Indy keeps inning! &nbsp;Pacers almost caused investors great pain last night in their win against the Wizards. &nbsp;Butler has chance tonight to get a win against a good team on the road. &nbsp;Purdue #1 for first time EVER! &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Handshake lines at the end of high school basketball games put another young men in the hospital and one behind bars.</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>2021 Jonathan Taylor versus 2012 Adrian Peterson versus 2006 LaDainian Tomlinson shows two MVP running backs (so far) unlike the other. &nbsp;Can Taylor make up the gap? &nbsp;Indiana has a new offensive coordinator and a quarterback decommits. &nbsp;Can the Hoosiers rebuild? &nbsp;Colts sign a new quarterback!</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 are better than 60% likely to make the playoffs, and there is no one more valuable to his team than Jonathan Taylor! &nbsp;The good, bad, and ugly of yesterday's shutout win is heavy on the good. &nbsp;Indiana Basketball with a lot of good from Saturday's win too! &nbsp;Purdue will be ranked #1! &nbsp;College Football Playoff Committee had no choice but to invite Cincinnati!</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 could not be stopped today as his year becomes more and more historic. &nbsp;Either the Texans offense sucked or the Colts defense was awesome in the first road shutout for Indy since 1992. &nbsp;The game was over early, but only made it more fun to watch.</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 out sloppy, Mike Woodson turned to his bench, and Tamar Bates and Anthony Leal came through. It helped that Nebraska can't shoot. &nbsp;Race Thompson was good, but lessons need to take root before trip to Wisconsin.</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>