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3 Guys Before The Game – WVU Basketball vs Iowa State Preview (Episode 686)


The dress rehearsals are over for the Mountaineer basketball team.

West Virginia opens its 14th season of Big 12 Conference play Friday night on the road against No. 3 Iowa State. The undefeated Cyclones represent one of three nationally ranked opponents WVU will face in its first four league games, making the opening stretch of conference play as demanding as any in the country.

In this episode, the “Guys” dig deep into what makes Iowa State so difficult to play, examine the early contours of the Big 12 race, and share thoughts on the return of veteran offensive line coach Rick Trickett.

Listener questions and comments wrap up the show on Textual Healing.

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