I think they probably have some contacts that likely have some pieces of info as situations play out.
I doubt they have any definitive information or insight earlier than anyone else, but they seem to at least know what rocks we are turning over and sniffing around on.
The way they are worshiped on Loyalty is pretty sad, but the general knowledge level about college basketball after you sort through all the naivete, nuthugging and stupid gifs is not bad.
You are just are not allowed to ever question the insiders, or staff, or players. It's a homer site.