About this Audio
Host Josh Liddick is joined by Lehigh men's basketball head coach Brett Reed and junior center Nic Lynch on episode 10. They preview the 2020-21 men's basketball season, tipping off against Lafayette Jan. 2 at Stabler Arena. They discuss a variety of topics including the impact of COVID-19 on the court and at practices (3:43), the strong finish to the 2019-20 season (7:22), the six freshman headlining the roster (13:12) and the diversity of the class (15:24). Lynch discusses his new role as the feature center without James Karnik (20:20) and Coach Reed discusses challenges in replacing Jordan Cohen (21:35), returning talent (27:15) and forwards to watch out for around the Patriot League (29:21). They talk about the schedule (32:06), guard play (37:31), free throw shooting (41:26), Lynch's goals for the year (43:15) and Coach Reed's keys to success for the season (45:55). Finally, the discuss the effect of no crowds at Stabler Arena and on the road (48:26). Mountain Hawk Talk is presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network and Coordinated Health.