Xavier Johnson, Rob Phinisee Talk Syracuse Loss, Big Ten Opener in Thursday Night's Podcast

The "Point Guard Podcast'' is back, with Indiana guards Xavier Johnson and Rob Phinisee back on HoosiersNow.com Thursday night for a 30-minute conversation on the Hoosiers' games this past week, and we'll dive into IU's first week of Big Ten action with Nebraska and Wisconsin.

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — It's Episode 3 of the "Point Guard Podcast'' on Thursday night, where Indiana guards Xavier Johnson and Rob Phinisee will break down last week's games, including the tough loss on Tuesday night at Syracuse, and preview the upcoming Big Ten openers.

The 30-minute podcast can be watched online on either Facebook, Twitter or YouTube. It begins at 8 p.m. ET

Johnson, the transfer from Pitt, has started all seven games for the Hoosiers at point guard. He is averaging 10.7 points per game, second on the team, 4.6 assists per game and 1.3 steals.

Phinisee, the senior guard from Lafayette, Ind., missed three games with a strained calf, but returned for the Syracuse game. He played 14 minutes and scored two points and had three assists.

Here's how to watch the podcast:

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Watch the podcast on YouTube

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Watch the podcast on Twitter

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Watch Episode 2 of the 'Point Guard Podcast'