Best Hoops in the Sun Podcast Network Podcasts (2024)

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Eastern Conference Season Predictions | KAT Set to Launch the Knicks | Can the Wizards Spark Some Magic? 31:26

13h ago31:26

31:26

This week, Nic returns with one of the most anticipated episodes of the year: his Eastern Conference Season Predictions! These episodes are always full of lively debate, and that's what makes them so engaging. We ranked all 15 Eastern Conference teams, from the potential #15 seed to the top contenders for the #1 seed. Key discussion points include …

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Celtics Revenge Tour, Will the Lakers and Warriors Be Playoff Contenders? Hoopsology’s ITL NBA Divisional Preview 1:08:08

2d ago1:08:08

1:08:08

The NBA season is just around the corner, and Justin and Matt are here with a comprehensive preview of each division. Key questions include: Can LeBron James lead the Lakers to a division title? Will the Boston Celtics secure 60 wins this season? And how will Joel Embiid's health impact the Philadelphia 76ers? We have the answers to these burning q…

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Star of Netlfix's Rez Ball Kauchani Bratt chats Hoops, Acting, and more! 11:22

5d ago11:22

11:22

In this edition of Hoopsology, we welcome the star of the Netflix film Rez Ball, Kauchani Bratt. Bratt discusses his favorite basketball memory, how it landed the starring role in Rez Ball, his connection to basketball, shooting scenes in the legendary basketball arena, The Pit, and more. About Rez Ball In the heart of Chuska, New Mexico, the Chusk…

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Fantasy Must Haves | Scottie Barnes Looks Set To Scorch | Philly Spending Big 21:53

8d ago21:53

21:53

One of the most exciting parts of the NBA season has to be the return of fantasy basketball. This week Nic looks at some of his fantasy must haves. These don’t always have to be the biggest or best players, but more so players who night in and night out are going to deliver consistent scores for your team. For example, Jalen Johnson is a great name…

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Caitlin Clark Amazing Rookie Year! Can the Connecticut Sun Claim the Championship? WNBA Playoff Preview and Portland Expansion Insights with Terrika Foster-Brasby 43:51

12d ago43:51

43:51

The time has come for the WNBA Playoffs and we got a great preview with WNBA expert Terrika Foster-Brasby, sideline reporter for the Connecticut Sun and analyst for NBC Sports and CBS Sports. In this jam-packed episode, we dive deep into everything from playoff predictions to league expansion. Key topics include: The Connecticut Sun's performance a…

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The Best Without The Bling | Mavs Look To Go One Better | Knicks Rounding Out Their Squad 26:07

15d ago26:07

26:07

This week Nic wanted to look at the best without the bling... the best players in the NBA yet to win a ring in their careers thus far. 12 players were rattled off, going from least likely to most likely in terms of changing their ring status this season. The Mavs look to go one better than last season in their push to grant Luka his first ring, bei…

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NBA Greatness: Can Titles Propel Luka, Edwards, and Embiid into the All-Time Elite? (ITL S4 E37) 49:55

20d ago49:55

49:55

As the NBA season approaches, Matt and Justin discuss the top players poised to break into the ranks of the greatest in NBA history. They explore whether stars like Luka Dončić, Anthony Edwards, and Joel Embiid could solidify their legacies by winning championships. The hosts debate the criteria for greatness in the league and what it takes for the…

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The Future Looks Bright | Nuggets Steady The Ship | Suns Look Set To Burn Out 23:43

22d ago23:43

23:43

We've got all focus on the upcoming season, but that's not to say we can't look further beyond that...The future looks bright (or maybe not) for some teams as we cast our eyes forward to how some of the league's young cores are poised at the moment. Nic looked at some of the teams who have the most promising young guns at their disposal. With the R…

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Bucket 4 Bucket Podcast with Alford Corriette | WNBA Insights | 1:17:27

23d ago1:17:27

1:17:27

Join Kenny Saint-Vil for an insightful episode of the Bucket 4 Bucket Podcast featuring Liberty beat reporter Alford Corriette. In this episode, they cover the WNBA, including upcoming season awards, potential playoff matchups, and rising stars Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. Recorded on 9.8.24, this episode is packed with analysis and engaging disc…

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What if LeBron NEVER Leaves the Cavs and More with Hoopsology's Matt Thomas! 1:02:57

25d ago1:02:57

1:02:57

First Justin went on the hot seat to discuss his passion for hoops, now it's Matt Thomas' turn on the hot seat in Hoopsology ITL as he chats about his first and favorite memories spanning Houston and New Mexico, a what-if scenario as to what would LeBron’s legacy look like if he stayed in Cleveland, his way of improving the game of basketball, favo…

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You Win Some, You Lose Some | Are The Pelicans A Title Contending Team? | Steph Secures The Bag 22:07

29d ago22:07

22:07

Many teams have found out that the off season has many twists and turns... that often you win some, you lose some! This week Nic looked at some of the teams that had both positive and negative moments this offseason. This included discussing are the Pelicans a title contending team, based on their offseason. In a positive they signed Dejounte Murra…

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NBA vs. EuroLeague: Liam Canny Breaks Down the Basketball Landscape 27:33

1M ago27:33

27:33

Hoopsology presents an exclusive interview with Liam Canny, a commentator for the Euroleague and this year's Paris Olympics. Canny provided commentary for both men's and women's basketball Team USA teams for the international version of the streaming service MAX. He shares his most memorable basketball moments and offers his expert analysis on the …

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The Mailbag Returns | The New Face Of The League | Luka In Purple and Gold? 20:50

1M ago20:50

20:50

The new face of the league… is that what Anthony Edwards is now becoming? This was one of the questions posed to Nic this weekas the mailbag made its triumphant return… You guys were great at sending in questions about life, sport and everything in between. We also looked at the big talking points to come out of the week. This included Boogie Cousi…

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Hoopsology ITL: Host Justin Goodrum on Why Jordan is Still the G.O.A.T, His Favorite Basketball Memories and Players and the Sport of Basketball's Bright Future 59:36

1M ago59:36

59:36

Matt and Justin go back into the lab for a unique episode of Hoopsology as they begin their series of interviews getting to know each other about their passion for basketball. Matt interviews Justin and gets his first and favorite basketball memories about the New Mexico Lobos and Michael Jordan. Justin also breaks down why basketball is set for a …

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The WNBA Playoff Picture, Caitlin Clark vs Angel Reese, Title Contenders and more with Calvin Wetzel 29:30

1M ago29:30

29:30

As the WNBA season enters its crucial second half, we sat down with Calvin Wetzel, renowned writer for CBS Sports and Her Hoops Stats, to discuss the upcoming playoffs and key storylines shaping the league. Wetzel breaks down the current standings and potential matchups, highlighting the Indiana Fever's recent surge and the Minnesota Lynx's impress…

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The Untouchables pt.2 | Banchero Has The Magic Touch | Should The League Adopt The 4-Point Line? 23:19

2M ago23:19

23:19

After discussing some of the league's cornerstone players last week, Nic returned this time around with the Untouchables pt.2. These players from their respective franchises shouldn't ever enter trade talks... They don't necessarily have to be the best player, but they're the player the franchise should be looking to build around. Paolo Banchero is…

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Why Olympic Basketball is better than the NBA, the WNBA new media rights deal, and the growing popularity of Basketball Worldwide with Profluence's Andrew Petcash 32:33

2M ago32:33

32:33

In this edition of Hoopsology, we welcome the founder of Profluence a media company and investment fund at the intersection of sports, technology, & media Andrew Petcash. Andrew gives his analysis of the rapid growth of basketball around the world, why the WNBA received a fair TV deal, and will Saudi Arabia get involved with basketball and college …

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The Untouchables | Zions Dark Horse MVP Case | LeBron Being LeBron 24:48

2M ago24:48

24:48

The NBA is a league of forever moving players... but some players are classified as the untouchables. Nic this week cast a light on some of the league's most untouchable players. These players from their respective franchises shouldn't ever enter trade talks. Zion Williamson is one of those names. Nic made the case as to why he could be a dark hors…

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Are Durant and LeBron Top Players in the Association? Hoopsology's ITL Top 10 Elite Players in the NBA! 1:12:50

2M ago1:12:50

1:12:50

In this episode of Hoopsology's Inside the Lab (ITL), hosts Matt and Justin dive deep into their rankings of the NBA's top 10 players heading into the 2024-25 season. With NBA training camps on the horizon, this is the perfect time to analyze the league's elite talent. Matt and Justin also recap the thrilling Olympic basketball tournaments, where b…

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Who's Ready To Ball Out? | Stormin Norman Powell Set To Takeover | Markkanen Staying In Utah 20:52

2M ago20:52

20:52

With the Olympics reaching its final stages, all attention is now beginning to turn to the start of the 2024/2025 season... and with that, some of the players who are ready to ball out next season. Nic this week took the chance to highlight 4 players who he thinks are set for big seasons with their respective teams. This Included the thought that S…

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Hoopsology ITL: Paris Olympics Basketball, the LeBron and KD Show, and FIBA's Anti-American Bias 1:06:12

2M ago1:06:12

1:06:12

In the latest edition of Hoopsology ITL, we dive into the world of international hoops with the Olympics in full swing. We explore the dynamics of the USA Men's 5x5 and 3x3, and Women's 5x5 and 3x3 basketball competitions. Matt and Justin dissect the powerhouse roster of the Men's 5x5 team. Are they too talented to lose, or is there more to the sto…

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Key Olympic Takeaways | Is Josh Giddey Set To Takeover? | Suns Find Their New Point Guard 22:15

2M ago22:15

22:15

The Olympics have started with a bang... and already there's plenty of intriguing storylines to come out of the action in Paris. This week Nic took the opportunity to shine a light on some of the storylines that are currently playing out. This included South Sudan transcending sport and whether Josh Giddey is set to take over after an impressive st…

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Overtime Select: Revolutionizing Women's Basketball with Sascha Malas 24:37

2M ago24:37

24:37

In this episode of Hoopsology, we sit down with Sasha Malas, Director of Overtime Select and Director of Content Operations at Overtime. Malas provides exclusive insights into Overtime Select, a groundbreaking league featuring the nation's top 15 to 18-year-old female basketball players. Learn how this platform is preparing the next generation of w…

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Nick Gartrelle: Uncovering the Secrets of Success in the NBA 2K League 29:38

2M ago29:38

29:38

We chat with Nick Gartrelle, the Head Coach, General Manager and mastermind behind the Raptors Uprising GC in the NBA 2K League. Learn about his passion for basketball, his transition into coaching, and the unique challenges of leading a team in the competitive world of esports. We explore the inner workings of the NBA 2K League, the future of espo…

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Western Conference Season Grades | The Suns Slide | Rockets Heading To The Moon 27:23

2M ago27:23

27:23

On this week's show, Nic returned to tackle his Western Conference season grades, off the back of doing the East last week. For the 15 teams within the Conference, it was mixed fortunes. The Suns slide out of the playoffs resulted in their poor grading. Whereas the Rockets got a big pass mark after their regular season success. These gradings alway…

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Hoopsology ITL: Here Comes the Money! The NBA and WNBA Signs New TV Deals, Team USA Faces A Tough Challenge in Paris, Rockets and Bulls Summer League Thoughts, Predictions of WNBA ROTY Race 1:12:57

2M ago1:12:57

1:12:57

The NBA season is over but there’s no shortage of hot topics dominating the basketball conversation. Matt and Justin return to the lab to give their impressions of the NBA and WNBA signing new TV deals, the chances of the USA Men’s Basketball Team in Paris, and our thoughts about the Houston Rockets and Chicago Bulls in Summer League. Hoopsology is…

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Get Ready for Paris 2024 Basketball with Men’s and Women’s Basketball Team USA Announcer Noah Eagle! 35:18

3M ago35:18

35:18

The excitement is building as the 2024 Olympics approach! The Men's and Women's Team USA basketball teams are gearing up to take on the world in Paris. Matt and Justin welcome veteran play-by-play announcer Noah Eagle who will be calling the action for both squads. In addition to Noah sharing his favorite basketball memories, we'll delve into a dee…

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Eastern Conference Season Grades | Magic Ignite Their Future | Raptors Long Road Back 29:58

3M ago29:58

29:58

The news has started to slow a little from Free Agency, but this served up a great opportunity for Nic to start his season gradings from the 2023-2024 campaign. This week we tackled the Eastern Conference and graded all 15 teams on the season that was. Some certainly performed better than others. The Magic ignited their future, with a real coming o…

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The Rise of Caitlin Clark: A Top 10 WNBA Superstar in Her Rookie Year w/ Indiana Fever's Pat Boylan 41:56

3M ago41:56

41:56

We are back with another exciting episode of Hoopsology as we welcome back Pat Boylan, the Play-by-Play Voice of the WNBA's Indiana Fever and the fill-in commentator for the Indiana Pacers on Bally Sports. As we approach the WNBA All-Star break, Pat shares his insights on the Fever's season, discussing the challenges of their early schedule, the im…

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The Up-Down Report | Kings Secure DeRozan | Memphis To Bounce Back 21:18

3M ago21:18

21:18

Free Agency has certainly altered the NBA landscape... Yet there are still moves being made as the days progress. On this weeks show, Nic looked at who's on the way up and who's on the way down! These are teams that based on the past few weeks, are expected to go either up or down in next seasons standings. We also looked at some of the notable new…

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The Incredible Mentality of Giannis, Caitlin Clark, Kamilla Cardoso & Kiki Rice (w/Kristen Lappas) 27:22

3M ago27:22

27:22

Kristen Lappas is BACK to reveal insights she learned about Giannis, Caitlin Clark, Kamilla Cardoso, and Kiki Rice during the making of "Giannis: The Marvelous Journey" and "Full Court Press". Be sure to check both of those out to support her work and get stories you won't find anywhere else! Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Twitter:@hoopsolo…

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LeBron Stays Put & French Dominate Draft: Hoopsology Talks NBA Free Agency with Scooby Axson 30:18

3M ago30:18

30:18

NBA Free Agency is heating up and writer for USA TODAY Sports Scooby Axson joins Hoopsology to discuss LeBron resigning with the Lakers, Bronny James' potential, how France has taken over the NBA Draft, the effects NIL has had on future league draft picks and more. Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Twitter:@hoopsologypod Instagram:@hoopsologyp…

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NBA Free Agency | Winners & Losers | Denver Have Fumbled It 20:19

3M ago20:19

20:19

As an NBA fan, the free agency period is certainly one of the most exciting times of the year... and this year has been no exception. On this week's show, Nic looked to tackle some of the biggest points of free agency in an installment of Winners & Losers. There have certainly been some big winners in this period, including Philly with their acquis…

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Exploring WNBA Excellence: New York Liberty's Success and Ellie the Elephant's Popularity with Aliyah Funschelle 22:33

3M ago22:33

22:33

The WNBA is thriving, with the New York Liberty at the forefront boasting a remarkable 17-3 record. In this episode of Hoopsology, we're joined by Aliyah Funschelle to explore why the Liberty stands out as a top W franchise, the growing fame of their mascot Ellie the Elephant, and the current landscape of the WNBA. *Recorded on June 17th* Hoopsolog…

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Behind the Scenes of FX’s "Clipped" with ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne; Also Thoughts on JJ Redick as Lakers Coach and Covering the NBA in the age of Social Media 42:52

3M ago42:52

42:52

Discover exclusive insights from Ramona Shelburne, senior writer at ESPN and creator of ESPN's 30 for 30 podcast "The Sterling Affairs." Join us as we delve into the making of FX’s Clipped, the series’ reception, and Ramona’s basketball journey. Plus, explore her take on covering basketball in the age of social media, JJ Redick’s new role as Lakers…

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NBA Draft Day | Lakers Strengthen Family Ties | The Nova-Knicks 22:18

3M ago22:18

22:18

One of the most exciting days of the NBA calendar has officially come and gone, with the NBA draft serving up the next batch of superstars set to descend on the league. This week Nic looked at some of the fallout of the season's draft, by going through some of the winners and losers of draft day. The Lakers locking down Bronny James was certainly a…

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Lakers Shake Up NBA Offseason: Redick as Coach and LeBron's Future with Spectrum LA's Nikki Kay 30:08

3M ago30:08

30:08

The NBA season is over but the Los Angeles Lakers are dominating the NBA conversation. We welcome sports host & reporter for Spectrum LA, Nikki Kay. Nikki provides insight into the Lakers’ surprising hire of JJ Redick and fan reaction in LA, how JJ will adjust to coaching one of the most high-profile teams in sports, and how we break down the impac…

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More Than LeBron's Son: The New Yorker’s Louisa Thomas on Why Bronny James is Underestimated 16:21

3M ago16:21

16:21

The NBA Draft draws near and the majority of the hype has been surrounding where Bronny James will land in the draft. We welcome staff writer for the New Yorker Louisa Thomas onto Hoopsology to give her analysis about the pressure Bronny is facing. Louisa wrote an article for the New Yorker about Bronny and talks about why Bronny is being underesti…

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Can the Las Vegas Aces Defend its championship? With The Sporting Tribune's, Will Despart 26:02

3M ago26:02

26:02

In this edition of Hoopsology welcome a Las Vegas staff writer for The Sporting Tribune, Will Despart. We get Will’s insight into how the Aces have struggled during the first part of the season, what their team will look like with the return of Chelsea Gray to Las Vegas, the underdog story of Kate Martin, A'ja Wilson’s competitive spirit, and more.…

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Celtics Claim Their Throne | Brown Stamps His Authority | Detroit Put It In Reverse 22:00

4M ago22:00

22:00

There you have it... The Celtics claim their throne after vanquishing the Mavs, 4-1 to claim the NBA Championship. On this weeks show, Nic looked at all the fallout of the Celtics historic title win. This included Jaylen Brown stamping his authority on the series, and the Celtics resigning a big name to hopefully go back to back. Elsewhere, there w…

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Warner Bros. Discovery Out of NBA Rights? Lakers Hire Reddick: Athlete Media Content in 2024 with Front Office Sports Owen Poindexter 32:54

4M ago32:54

32:54

He is a Senior Writer for Front Office Sports and the host of the Front Office Sports Today Podcast we welcome Owen Poindexter Senior Writer for Front Office Sports and the host of the Front Office Sports Today, Owen Poindexter joins Hoopsology to discuss the NBA’s future after the conclusion of the NBA Finals. Owen gives his opinion of WBD potenti…

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Banner 18: Boston Celtics Reign Supreme-Hoopsology’s ITL 47:20

4M ago47:20

47:20

Matt and Justin dissect the 2024 NBA Finals with a deep dive into the Boston Celtics' championship run. We celebrate their 18th title, solidifying their place as the winningest franchise in basketball history. We analyze the performances of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, with Brown taking home Finals MVP honors. The hosts also break down the Dallas…

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Dallas Hunting History | Celtics Cruising | Thunder Offseason Rumblings 16:13

4M ago16:13

16:13

The Dallas Mavericks will be hunting history if they're to turn their fortunes around, and make a play at the championship. On this weeks show, Nic tackled the fallout of games 2 & 3 from the NBA Finals, which currently sees the Celtics cruising with a 3-0 lead. It will take a herculean effort from the Mavs, they just have to remember that records …

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Caitlin Clark Team USA Olympic Snub and the Growing Pains of the WNBA Attaining Mainstream Success 50:48

4M ago50:48

50:48

In this edition of Hoopsology’s In The Lab, Justin and Matt explore what happens when the WNBA is thrown into the mainstream and the societal culture war. We also give our thoughts on Caitlin Clark being left off Team USA for the Olympics and more! Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Twitter:@hoopsologypod Instagram:@hoopsologypod Justin's Twitt…

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Coaching Conflict? LeBron's Bromance with Lakers Candidate: Hoopsology’s ITL 37:35

4M ago37:35

37:35

Lakers in Coaching Limbo: Can They Find a Head Coach? Matt and Justin dissect the latest blow to the Los Angeles Lakers: their pursuit of Dan Hurley falling short. They debate whether the Lakers can find a suitable head coach to lead LeBron James and Anthony Davis. LeBron's Basketball Bromances: Kyrie Irving & JJ Redick The guys delve into LeBron J…

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The Finals Begin With A Bang | KP Makes His Return Felt | Nuggets Look To Add Depth 16:29

4M ago16:29

16:29

The NBA Finals have officially began, with the Boston Celtics sending an emphatic message on their home court. On this weeks show, Nic discussed all the fallout of Game 1, including Kristaps Porzingis's incredible return to the squad. There was also some notable news to come out of the week, with Denvers interest in Gordon Hayward being of particul…

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J. Alphonse Nicholson Interview: Landing the role of Chris Paul in the FX series Clipped, Passion for Hoops 28:32

4M ago28:32

28:32

Matt and Justin welcome J. Alphonse Nicholson who plays Chris Paul in the FX series Clipped which takes viewers behind the scenes of the Donald Sterling scandal that rocked not only the Clippers but also the sports world and based on the hit ESPN 30 for 30 podcast The Sterling Affairs. Nicholson shares his passion for hoops, how he landed the role,…

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Cloudy Skies in Chicago Courtesy of the NY Liberty - IG LIVE POST GAME 25:40

4M ago25:40

25:40

NY Liberty defeat the Chicago Sky 88 - 75 behind 31 points and 14 rebounds from Breanna Stewart. Liberty move to 8-2By Bucket4bucketpod

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Caitlin Clark vs Chennedy Carter and the WNBA's Mishandling of the Indiana Fever, NBA Finals Preview between Dallas and Boston - Hoopsology’s In The Lab 1:13:26

4M ago1:13:26

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In this packed episode of In The Lab, Matt and Justin discuss how the Indiana Fever is dealing with a rough start and the controversy surrounding the cheap shot Caitlin Clark received from the Chicago Sky’s Chennedy Carter. We also break down the top storylines that have occurred in the WNBA. The hosts also preview the upcoming NBA Finals between t…

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The Stage Is Set | Finals Predictions | Clippers Try To Steady The Ship 19:39

4M ago19:39

19:39

We now officially have our two NBA finalists set to do battle. The Boston Celtics will matchup against the Dallas Mavericks for the right to be called champion. On this weeks show, Nic took the opportunity to give his thoughts on who will come out on top in this series, as well as how it might play out. We also looked at some of the notable news to…

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