On this week’s episode of Little Column A, Little Column B, hosts Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop break down a packed slate of Winter Olympic drama, March Madness momentum, and headline-grabbing NBA debates.

The show opens with a rousing recap of U.S. men’s and women’s hockey victories over Canada — tense third periods, electric three-on-three overtime, clutch goaltending, and emotional medal ceremonies (including a powerful jersey tribute). Will and Zach debate the awkwardness of silver vs. bronze presentations, stuffed-animal podium mascots, and why hockey delivered their favorite Olympic moments.

From there, the guys zoom out to discuss evolving winter sports formats, hybrid ski events, and why the Olympics somehow feel both overwhelming and too short at the same time.

March Madness talk takes center stage next, with Duke reclaiming the No. 1 ranking after a major neutral-site win over Michigan. The hosts break down Cam Boozer’s rising stock, Houston’s title case, Arizona’s résumé, Kentucky’s frustrations, Illinois’ late-game issues, and the broader seeding and bubble picture as the bracket tightens.

On the NBA side, the conversation shifts to tanking reform and whether lottery tweaks or fines can truly stop strategic losing. They also react to Boston’s dominant win over the Lakers, encouraging Jason Tatum practice buzz, and national sports media shifts — including ESPN’s Women’s Sports Sunday rollout.

As always, expect sharp takes, humor, game analysis, and a preview of what to watch this week — plus a reminder to get ready for the show’s March Madness pool.

⏱ Episode Timecodes

00:00:34 – Weekend Sports Triumph
USA hockey wins, Olympic intensity, medal ceremony emotions

00:09:22 – Olympic Highlights and Emotions
Silver vs. bronze debate, tributes, podium quirks

00:10:22 – The Evolution of Olympic Sports
Hybrid ski events, niche sports learning curves

00:13:31 – March Madness Approaches
Bracket outlook, storylines heating up

00:14:44 – Duke’s Rise to Number One
Neutral-site win over Michigan, Cam Boozer’s stock

00:16:32 – Closing Out Close Games
Kentucky, Illinois, and late-game frustrations

00:25:12 – Houston’s Title Contention
Résumé breakdown and Final Four potential

00:29:51 – College Basketball Upsets
Wild finishes and shifting seeds

00:31:30 – The Peterson Controversy
Ongoing questions and impact on rankings

00:52:36 – NBA Tanking Solutions
Draft odds, lottery reform, structural fixes

01:02:31 – Celtics’ Dominance Over Lakers
Boston’s road win, Tatum buzz, statement performance

01:17:30 – Women’s Sports Sunday on ESPN
Media strategy, scheduling frustrations, broadcast presentation