Best Paul Buckner Podcasts (2024)

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Starting your coaching journey advice 27:36

24d ago27:36

27:36

Alex and Hugh discuss their experiences in starting out in the coaching industry. What things were successful for us while also what we would advise now to people starting out. Edited by Huw HawkinsBy Alex Buckner and Hugh Marr

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Coaching with Andreas Kali Part 2 35:44

2M ago35:44

35:44

We go into detail about Andreas's philosophies, values and beliefs in what he believes has made him the coach he is today! Edited by Huw HawkinsBy Alex Buckner and Hugh Marr

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Coaching at The Open With Andreas Kali 38:40

2M ago38:40

38:40

Join our conversation with coach sensation Andreas Kali. This is part 1 of 2 episodes where Alex and Hugh dive into the details of this years Open Championship at Troon where Andreas is coaching the British armature champion Jacob Oleson. Edited by Huw HawkinsBy Alex Buckner and Hugh Marr

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Paul Casey Part 3/3 48:09

3M ago48:09

48:09

Concluding our time with Paul Casey and the lessons we can take from our conversation with himBy Alex Buckner and Hugh Marr

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Bobby Marks on the NBA Off Season & Doug Smith on Team Canada's Training Camp 57:44

3M ago57:44

57:44

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back for one more time this year! In the season finale the guys welcome on former NBA front office executive and current NBA Front Office insider Bobby Marks. He gives them his thoughts on the Raptors draft & off season so far. The guys then go over his thoughts on Paul George moving to the 76ers, what the Nuggets are …

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Seth Greenberg on NBA Draft + Canada Basketball CEO Michael Bartlett & GM Rowan Barrett 45:51

4M ago45:51

45:51

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with another jammed packed episode! Guys kick things off previewing the opening of Team Canada training camp, and what this summer will look like for the national team. Paul is then joined by the CEO of Canada Basketball Michael Bartlet and General Manager Rowan Barrett. They go over what this roster looks like and …

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Celtics Championship w/ Oshae Brissett & Gary Washburn + Team Canada's Goals w/ David Blatt 1:00:25

4M ago1:00:25

1:00:25

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back and joined by NBA Champion Oshae Brissett! They go over what it was like to win the NBA title with the Boston Celtics. Who was the first person he called? What leadership role did Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown play in this series? And who is he celebrating with in Toronto? Boston Globe Celtics reporter Gary Washbu…

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Paul Casey part 2/3 30:08

4M ago30:08

30:08

Second part of the 3 part interview with Paul CaseyBy Alex Buckner and Hugh Marr

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Mavs on the Brink w/ Derek Harper + Remembering Jerry West w/ Matt Devlin 47:55

4M ago47:55

47:55

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with another episode! The guys are joined by the Raptors television play-by-play announcer Matt Devlin! They go over some of his memories from 5 years ago when the Raptors beat the Warriors to win the NBA championship. The guys then get into Matt's experience working beside Jerry West and his impact on both Matt, an…

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T-Wolves Associate Head Coach Micah Nori & New Ontario Basketball CEO Claude Nembhard! 54:12

4M ago54:12

54:12

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with another jam-packed episode! The guys are joined by Timberwolves Associate Head Coach Micah Nori to go over his experience in the Western Conference Finals after getting thrust into the head coaching role! They chat about the T-Wolves' season as a whole and the leap the team made this year, before Micah offers…

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Paul Casey part 1/3 32:55

4M ago32:55

32:55

Alex and Hugh chat to Paul Casey in a 3 part series. Episode 1 we chat about Pauls childhood and his development to todays Paul CaseyBy Alex Buckner and Hugh Marr

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Scott Perry & Alvin Williams Playoff Breakdown 53:48

4M ago53:48

53:48

Eric Smith & Paul Jones kick off the show by offering some thoughts on the passing of Bill Walton. About his impact both on and off the court and he meant for the NBA. The guys then welcome on former Knicks GM & current ESPN analyst Scott Perry to hear his thoughts on the conference finals. What stands out for him more then anything else? Would it …

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Conference Finals Breakdown w/ Mark Jones, Quinn Buckner & Chuck Cooperstein 57:29

5M ago57:29

57:29

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with another packed episode! The guys kick things off with their thoughts on the announcement of Toronto getting a WNBA team! What does it mean for the city and the game of basketball in Toronto, as well as for the nation as a whole? Next, the pair dive into the NBA conference finals alongside Dallas Mavericks rad…

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Is distance killing the game? 33:50

5M ago33:50

33:50

Alex and Hugh talk about one of the hottest topics in golf at the moment 'distance'! We talk about the pro's and con's and do we really need to change the ball? find out what we have to say. Edited by Huw HawkinsBy Alex Buckner and Hugh Marr

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Cavs' Next Steps & MVP Talk w/ Tim Bontemps + Second Round Check-in w/ Alan Horton & Eddie Gill 55:58

5M ago55:58

55:58

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with another packed episode! The guys share their thoughts on the news of the Nets retiring Vince Carter's number and what it says about Raptors, before being joined by the voice of the Minnesota Timberwolves, Alan Horton! Alan helps break down everything Nuggets-Timberwolves including what's changed from Game 2 t…

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Nik Stauskas on Knicks-Pacers & Ed Stefanski on Modern Team Building 53:13

5M ago53:13

53:13

Eric Smith & Paul Jones share there thoughts on the MVP award, and why they think the NBA got it wrong. The guys are then joined by longtime NBA executive Ed Stefanski. They get into his thoughts on the MVP award. Then his thoughts on how both the Timberwolves and Nuggets were put together. The guys then get into Ed's thoughts on Zach Edey and if h…

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Getting the most out of 'lessons' 46:58

5M ago46:58

46:58

Alex and Hugh discuss what's wrong with lessons given and taken in the industry. How do coaches do a better job and how do players make sure they are getting better at the game and not just making a better looking swing!By Alex Buckner and Hugh Marr

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Lionel Hollins on Lakers Next Steps, Championship Mentality & NBA Playoffs 42:56

5M ago42:56

42:56

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by NBA champion & former NBA head coach Lionel Hollins! The guys go over his memories and role in Portland's 1977 championship. Next, Hollins unpacks what it's like coaching in the playoffs and what goes into game planning. After that, how can the Lakers retool after being eliminated by the Nuggets yet again? Th…

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Monica McNutt on Knicks-76ers & Dan Woike on LA's Playoff Run 59:11

6M ago59:11

59:11

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back breaking down all the action from the NBA playoffs! Guys are joined by ESPN's and New York Knick radio announcer Monica McNutt to breakdown everything going on in the big apple. Is she surprised by the Knicks start? How are they doing all this without Julius Randle? And is Joel Embiid leaving anything to be desired?…

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2023-24 Raptors Review w/ Alvin Williams 51:40

6M ago51:40

51:40

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back to wrap up the 2023-24 Raptors season. The guys are joined by Sportsnet Raptors analyst Alvin Williams as they look back at the high's and low's from the season. Eric and Paul then listen to Masai Ujiri end of season availability and talk about what they expect in the offseason. They then hear from Scottie Barnes, R…

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P.J. Carlesimo on NCAA Tournament Memories, Zach Edey, & NBA MVP Race 47:34

6M ago47:34

47:34

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by former NCAA and NBA head coach, and current NBA on ESPN radio analyst, P.J. Carlesimo! He shares some of his memories his time with Seton Hall and their trip to the Final 4. How did he prepare them to play Duke? What did he say at halftime when they were down? The guys then pivot to the 2024 NCAA tournament a…

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Masters week! 35:49

6M ago35:49

35:49

This episode we share our experiences at coaching at the masters, top tips on what's needed round the magical Augusta and if you're going what to do.By Alex Buckner

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Vince Carter Hall of Famer w/ Muggsy Bogues & Michael Grange 48:55

6M ago48:55

48:55

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with a special edition of Smith & Jones! With the news of Vince Carter's induction into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, the guys are joined by his former teammate Muggsy Bogues to look back on his time in Toronto. Was he often under appreciated? Did his love of basketball get lost in the shuffle? How impress…

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What is Going On with Jontay Porter? w/ Alex Schiffer + Canada Basketball CEO Michael Bartlett 56:37

7M ago56:37

56:37

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with a brand new episode! The guys are joined by Front Office Sports Reporter, Alex Schiffer to talk about his reporting on the situation. What happened exactly and how big will the consequences be? Alex has covered the Porter brothers since high school, did he ever see something like this happen? Eric and Paul th…

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Canadian National Team Coach Jordi Fernández & Raptors Legend Mo Pete! 1:02:14

7M ago1:02:14

1:02:14

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with another loaded edition of Smith & Jones! Canadian men's national team Head Coach Jordi Fernández joins the guys off the hop to recap the Olympic group draw. Jordi also talks about the impact former national team coaches Jay Triano and Nick Nurse have had on the program and discusses how the perception of Cana…

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Leigh Ellis on the International Language of Basketball 43:45

7M ago43:45

43:45

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with a special episode this week! Leigh Ellis joins the guys from Brazil, the latest stop in Ellis' '20 games in 20 Cities' basketball tour. How has Leigh found travelling the world and trying to play 20 pickup games in 20 different cities? What's he learned not only about himself, but about the game of basketball a…

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Noah Croom On Basketball Development & Reflecting on the Vancouver Grizzlies 31:29

7M ago31:29

31:29

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with a new episode! They are joined by former assistant GM and current player agent Noah Croom! The guys go over how the pipeline to the NBA has changed with Noah. From the development of young players to the influx of Europeans, are we in a worse position now? How has the way referees are calling games impacted the…

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Western Conference Playoff Picture w/ Derek Harper & Tim Roye + Sumit Arora on Raptors Uprising 56:20

7M ago56:20

56:20

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with another edition of Smith & Jones! 16-year NBA vet and Dallas Mavericks commentator Derek Harper joins the guys to go over his thoughts on the Mavs right now. Can they be legit contenders in the West despite there poor defense and who else does Derek see as a threat out of the West? Then, voice of the Golden Sta…

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Rex Chapman: A Basketball Life 44:36

8M ago44:36

44:36

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by former professional basketball player and social media influencer, Rex Chapman! They preview his new book 'It's Hard for Me to Live with Me.' How did he deal with addiction and playing basketball at a high level? How aware was he that he was dealing with mental health issues at the time of his playing days? T…

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Post-Deadline Thoughts w/ Bobby Marks & Siakam on the Pacers w/ Pat Boylan 49:44

8M ago49:44

49:44

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back for another week! The guys welcome on Pat Boylan, Indiana Pacers radio host and sideline reporter, to discuss the addition of Pascal Siakam, his fit with the team, what has he added, and if Indiana is a legit contender now. The guys then get into what lessons the Raptors can learn from the Pacers' rebuild and if i…

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Raptors Trade Deadline Review w/ Scott Perry & Doug Smith 46:56

8M ago46:56

46:56

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back to break down the NBA trade deadline! The guys kick off the show with Doug Smith, Toronto Star Raptors reporter, who looks into Toronto's business today, if the organization picked the right direction, and what we expect to see for the rest of the season. Finally, former New York Knicks General Manager and current…

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Ryan Hollins & Alvin Williams on How It Feels to be Traded & Honouring Players 52:29

8M ago52:29

52:29

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by former Raptors point guard and current Sportsnet Analyst Alvin Williams! They go over some of his stories of being traded, and how it feels for the players. The guys also get into whether or not Vince Carter's number should be retired in Toronto and what retiring a number means. Alvin also shares his thoughts…

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Nate Bjorkgren on Challenges of Being a Head Coach + Howard Beck on Bucks' Next Steps 53:00

9M ago53:00

53:00

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with another jam packed episode! To start things off, senior NBA writer from the Ringer Howard Beck joins the show. They get into everything going on in Milwaukee and what led to the firing of Adrian Griffin. Next, they get into Beck's thoughts on the Raptors moves, and how long he thinks this rebuild could take. …

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Pascal Siakam Trade Reaction w/ Ric Bucher & Kevin Pelton 50:30

9M ago50:30

50:30

Eric Smith and Paul Jones start off today's episode on the heels of Masai Ujiri's post-trade press conference. They discuss if they share his faith about winning in Toronto, whether or not any more trade are coming, and what happened to the relationship between Masai and Pascal Siakam over the summer. Later on, FOX Sports 1 NBA analyst Ric Bucher h…

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Raptors' Next Steps with Marc Spears + John Ireland on LeBron's L.A. Legacy 1:05:28

9M ago1:05:28

1:05:28

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with another jam-packed episode! ESPN and Andscape writer Marc Spears joins to talk about how RJ Barrett is fitting in with the Raptors since the trade, why this is projecting to be a rare win-win transaction in the league, and what's on the horizon in Toronto. Next, Lakers radio play-by-play voice John Ireland we…

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Breaking Down the OG Anunoby Trade w/ P.J. Carlesimo & Brian Mahoney 53:58

9M ago53:58

53:58

Eric Smith and Paul Jones breakdown everything to do with the OG Anunoby trade. First they are joined by the Associated Press Knicks reporter Brian Mahoney to take a look the trade from the Knicks perspective. What did the Raptors get with RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley? Where does this trade leave the Knicks now too? Then former NBA coach and br…

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Raptors Trade OG Anunoby, RJ Barrett Comes Home 24:59

10M ago24:59

24:59

Eric Smith and Paul Jones share their reaction to the Toronto Raptors trading away OG Anunoby, Precious Achiuwa and Malachi Flynn to the New York Knicks for RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley and a second-round pick. We get Raptors TV voice Matt Devlin's thoughts on the trade, the mood of the team following the loss of OG in the locker room, and if this…

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Smith & Jones Holiday Best-Of: Canada Basketball Edition 1:06:36

10M ago1:06:36

1:06:36

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with another holiday best of edition! They look back on the year that was in Canada basketball with the General Manager of the national team Rowan Barrett, longtime member Carl English, and current Bronze medalist Dwight Powell! The guys also look back on some of there favorite interviews of the year from NBA champi…

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Smith & Jones Holiday Best-Of: Raptors Edition 1:06:18

10M ago1:06:18

1:06:18

Eric Smith and Paul Jones look back on 2023 with some of their favourite interviews from the past year. This week they concentrate on conversations with former Raptors players Amir Johnson, TJ Ford, Jose Calderon, Dell Curry, Charlie Villanueva, and ‘The Junkyard Dog’ Jerome Williams. Happy Holidays from Smith & Jones! The views and opinions expres…

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Catching Up w/ Tyler Hansbrough & Taking a Look at the Hawks w/ Steve Holman 56:09

10M ago56:09

56:09

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back for another jammed packed week! They are joined by former Raptor and Naismith player of the year, Tyler Hansbrough! They go over what he is getting up to in his retirement, some of his favorite memories from both college and his time in Toronto. They then get into some of the players he most enjoys watching now. The…

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Catching Up with Chris Childs + Canadian Coaching Legend Jon Goodwillie 1:02:53

10M ago1:02:53

1:02:53

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with a new episode! The guys catch up with former Raptors point guard Chris Childs and chat about everything he is doing off the court now, some of stories from his time in Toronto, and memories of playing with Vince Carter. Later on, Eric and Paul debate their favourite players to watch in the current NBA. Next u…

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Thoughts on the Raptors at the Quarter Point, In-Season Tournament & Eddie Johnson! 54:07

11M ago54:07

54:07

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back! The pair kick things off with their thoughts on the Raptors at the quarter point of the season, including what has impressed them and what has left them wanting more. Former NBA point guard, NBA on Sirius XM host, and Suns broadcaster, Eddie Johnson joins the guys to chat about the top storylines surrounding the …

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Alvin Williams on the Impact of Fans & Chuck Swirsky on Bulls Season so Far! 56:17

11M ago56:17

56:17

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by the radio voice of the Chicago Bulls, and former Raptors play by play voice Chuck Swirsky to give us his favorite holiday memoires while working in the league! The guys then get into how the game has changed, and what he has seen from the Bulls so far this year. Then former Raptors point guard, and current Sp…

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Rowan Barrett on Canada Basketball & Dwane Casey on Life After Coaching 58:54

11M ago58:54

58:54

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by Rowan Barrett, General Manager of the Team Canada's National Men's Senior team! They go over everything that happened this summer from the coaching change, to the challenges the team faced in the FIBA World Cup. Rowan also shares what to expect going forward with the roster for next summer. Later on, former R…

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Dwight Powell on Canada's World Cup, Tim Legler on the New NBA, & Scott McCullough on Load Management 1:08:46

11M ago1:08:46

1:08:46

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back! They look back at the summer that was for Canada Basketball with national team member and Dallas Maverick, Dwight Powell! How did it feel to finally qualify for the Olympics? And what can Canadian fans expect from the program moving forward? Next, the guys talk to former Head Trainer of the Toronto Raptors, Scott…

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Season Finale w/ Alvin Williams & Jalen McDaniels! 58:47

1+ y ago58:47

58:47

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back for the final time this season! They go over Fred VanVleet's departure and what it means for the team both on and off the court. They are then joined by the newest member of the Toronto Raptors, Jalen McDaniels! He joins Eric fresh from his introductory press conference to share his excitement about joining the Rapt…

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Catching Up w/ Mike James & Andrew Nicholson! 1:04:13

1+ y ago1:04:13

1:04:13

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by former Raptor Mike James to look back on his career, from playing in the CBA to the backcourt of the championship Detroit Pistons. They also chat about his memories of playing in Toronto, what he saw in a young Chris Bosh, Kobe Bryant's 81-point game, and why he ultimately left the Raptors. The guys also get …

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Understanding Gradey Dick w/ Blair Kerkhoff 18:38

1+ y ago18:38

18:38

Eric Smith and Paul Jones are coming to you live following Gradey Dick's introductory press conference! The pair offer their thoughts the Raptors' first round pick both on and off the court, how Gradey can help the team address their most pressing issues, and if he can slot into the rotation this year. Later on, Blair Kerkhoff, Jayhawks reporter fo…

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Alvin Williams on Raptors Off Season Thus Far & Wes Brown on Canadians to Watch in the Draft! 53:52

1+ y ago53:52

53:52

Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back! They are joined by Former Raptor and current Television color man Alvin Williams! The guys go over some of Alvin's draft memories and what he remebers most about his entry into the NBA. The guys then get into how they feel the Raptors off season has gone thus far. Does Alvin expect to see Fred VanVleet back in a Ra…

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Mile High Champions w/ Popeye Jones & Carl English + The Rajaković Report w/ Eric Hassletine 1:09:44

1+ y ago1:09:44

1:09:44

The Denver Nuggets are NBA Champions! Eric Smith and Paul Jones are joined by Nuggets Assistant Coach Popeye Jones to chat about the feeling he had when the final horn went off, his conversations with Nikola Jokić after the job was done, and the unique skillset Jokić possess. Later on, Carl English, former Canadian national team player, shares his …

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