Best Chiney Ogwumike Podcasts (2024)

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Chiney Ogwumike talks future, using her voice to make an impact | Women's Basketball Podcast 33:57

8d ago33:57

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While Chiney Ogwumike has starred on the basketball court throughout her life — a 2014 WNBA Rookie of the Year and two all-star selections to show for it — the court has always been the start, not the end of her story. From her new YouTube show, The Chiney Show, to her work across ESPN platforms for the WNBA, women's college basketball and the NBA,…

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Worst Preseason Takes and Draymond Green's Ejection with Doris Burke 1:12:58

15m ago1:12:58

1:12:58

Zach and ESPN's Doris Burke discuss Draymond Green's ejection and the Warriors' push for the play-in before revealing their preseason takes that have since fallen flat. Headlines around the league (15:04) Worst Preseason Takes (22:07) Under on the Thunder (22:27) Hawks to finish in the top 5 (30:56) Lukewarm on the Porzingis trade (33:19) A Mavs sw…

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Caitlin Clark's Iowa goodbye; West Virginia and Princeton's excellence | Women's Basketball Podcast 32:33

20h ago32:33

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Caitlin Clark played her final game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, and The Next's Jenn Hatfield was there to cover it. She joins host Howard Megdal to talk about the Iowa basketball legacy Clark continued, along with impressive showings from pod participants West Virginia and Princeton.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TVFire TV recently …

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Vic Schaefer on Madison Booker and NCAA Tournament's Unlikeliest 1 Seed | Women's Basketball Podcast 27:29

2d ago27:29

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When all-world point guard Rori Harmon was lost for the season due to injury, few gave Vic Schaefer's Texas Longhorns a chance to contend for a national title. But led by an almost incomprehensible adjustment — wing Madison Booker turning into an elite point guard overnight — Texas has won 32 games and cruised into the Sweet 16. Vic joins host Howa…

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Playoff Races in the East and West. Plus, the League Looking into Betting Irregularities 1:34:55

1d ago1:34:55

1:34:55

Zach and The Dunker Spot's Steve Jones, Jr. discuss what's going on with the Warriors, the races for the 6th seed in the East and West, and the battle for positioning among the 3-4-5 spots in the East. Then ESPN Chalk's David Purdum joins for the latest on the NBA looking into betting irregularities involving Toronto's Jontay Porter. What's going o…

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How to watch Emma Meesseman, Marine Johannes, Team USA at 2024 Olympics | Women's Basketball Podcast 28:35

3d ago28:35

28:35

The great Maggie Hendricks of the Olympic Channel joins host Howard Megdal to talk about what we learned from the draw for women's basketball at the 2024 Olympics, coming this summer in Paris. Everything from Emma Meesseman's impact on basketball in Belgium to Diana Taurasi's role on Team USA is discussed. Plus: Cheryl Reeve revealed how she figure…

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SEC Action in the Big Dance 32:30

3d ago32:30

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The 2024 NCAA Tournament has been full of great games and performances - the magic and madness of March are upon us! SEC teams are advancing into the Sweet 16 with more set to see if they can punch their ticket today. There is a great matchup in Raleigh, NC today with Tennessee taking on NC State and there is a lot swirling around at LSU who is on …

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Top International Prospects in 2024 WNBA Draft | WNBA Draft Podcast 27:47

6d ago27:47

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Host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Em Adler and Lincoln Shafer to talk about the top international prospects in the 2024 WNBA Draft, which includes Leïla Lacan, Nyadiew Puoch, Carla Leite, and Isobel Borlase. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Stitch Fix A style that makes you feel as good as you look—get started today at StitchFix.com/LOC…

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NCAA Tournament preview: Discussing the bracket, matchups and more | Women’s Basketball Podcast 29:55

7d ago29:55

29:55

March Madness is here and the Round of 64 begins today. To celebrate, The Next’s Em Adler joins host Natalie Heavren to chat about the bracket as a whole, coaching news that broke during this recording and more. The pair make predictions as well as chat about teams and individual players they’re excited to watch, bracket strategies, Final Four favo…

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Celtics-Bucks, Forecasting the Thunder, Anthony Edwards' Leap, and Coach of the Year Contenders 1:41:32

7d ago1:41:32

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Zach and ESPN's Tim MacMahon discuss how the Celtics and Bucks would match up in a playoff series, forecast the Thunder's chances in the West, and weigh in on Coach of the Year candidates. Then The Athletic's Jon Krawczynski joins to talk all things Anthony Edwards- the dunk and his elevation into superstardom- plus, what success looks like for the…

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March Madness With Notre Dame's Anna DeWolfe | Women's Basketball Podcast 30:54

8d ago30:54

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Notre Dame won the ACC Tournament and is going dancing, so Grad Student guard Anna DeWolfe joins host Gigi Speer to dish on the feeling of it all. Peek inside a day in her life, the impact of this basketball season on her relationship to the sport, winning the conference, transferring from a mid-major, and even gives the scoop on her plans after sh…

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Christie Sides, Indiana Fever are ready for Caitlin Clark (or whoever! Who can say?) | WNBA Podcast 29:17

9d ago29:17

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The Indiana Fever and head coach Christie Sides head into March with a pretty clear path to the 2024 season. After adding Katie Lou Samuelson to the starting lineup, and Damiris Dantas as a vital backup big to Aliyah Boston and NaLyssa Smith, all they need is a lead guard to pair with Kelsey Mitchell who can shoot it from anywhere and distribute. (…

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Clipper Concerns, Red-hot Mavs, Wemby is here, and 6th Man Candidates 1:27:12

10d ago1:27:12

1:27:12

Zach and The Athletic's Mo Dakhil discuss the latest Laker losses, the charging Mavericks, their concern for the Clippers and Suns, Victor Wembanyama making highlight plays look routine, and candidates for 6th Man of the Year. Lakers-Warriors reaction (4:03) The surging Mavs (15:08) Concerns about the Clippers (30:47) Officiating has been tweaked s…

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2024 NCAA Tournament Bracket Breakdown 31:42

10d ago31:42

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We have made it - March Madness is here and so is the 2024 NCAA Tournament bracket! Who is in, who is out, what games and teams to watch and who gets the early shift with the play-in games for the Field of 68 - we have it all here for you with analyst Missy Heidrick! Sharpen your pencils and get ready - it is going to be a crazy road trip to Clevel…

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Ashlyn Watkins, Kiki Iriafen among prospects to know in 2025-27 WNBA Drafts | WNBA Draft Podcast 34:13

13d ago34:13

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Host Em Adler is joined by co-host Lincoln Shafer to talk about their favorite non-senior prospects in college basketball, including South Carolina’s Ashlyn Watkins and Stanford’s Kiki Iriafen. Nissan This episode is brought to you by Nissan. Are you the kind of driver that likes to push things a little further? Ever wonder what adventure could be …

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Bracketology 101: Selection Sunday preview before March Madness begins | Women's Basketball Podcast 36:58

14d ago36:58

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Host Jackie Powell is joined by Her Hoop Stats Bracketologist Megan Gauer where the two discuss what bracketlogy is and its purpose is in the women’s college basketball space. The pair also discuss the process behind making a bracket and how bracketologists create their magic in order to anticipate the decisions the selection committee will make on…

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All-NBA Candidates, Why Scoring has Dipped, and the 65-Game Rule 1:41:19

13d ago1:41:19

1:41:19

Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks run through their preliminary list of candidates for All-NBA. Then the NBA's Head of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars and the Senior VP of Referee Training and Development Monty McCutchen join to discuss why scoring has dipped since the All-Star Break, ideas to help defenders, and the unintended consequences of the 65-ga…

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Ari Chambers Joins For Her Birthday | Women's Basketball Podcast 37:23

15d ago37:23

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Ari Chambers joins host Gigi Speer to discuss her career, the state of women's basketball, a deep dive into ACC Hoops, Athletes Unlimited Week 3, A'ja Wilsons book tour, and are you tired yet? Ari isn't-she even dishes on how much sleep she gets a night. Happy International Ari Chambers Day (official date pending) to all who celebrate! Support Us B…

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Caitlin Clark is Caitlin Clark, other scenes from Big Ten Tournament | Women's Basketball Podcast 27:01

16d ago27:01

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Angie Holmes at The Next spent the 2024 Big Ten Tournament filing great stories and taking in the sights and sounds. She joined Howard Megdal to run down all of it, from Caitlin Clark's game-winning heroics to capture the title to the acent of Jaz Shelley and Nebraska, Shyanne Sellers and Maryland. Plus: how worried should Penn State and Michigan b…

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Pelicans, All-Defense Candidates, Suns, and Why Scoring is Down 1:46:18

16d ago1:46:18

1:46:18

Zach and ESPN's Andrew Lopez discuss the red-hot Pelicans, Zion's play, Brandon Ingram's unheralded season, and how the Pelicans stack up against each of the West's elite. Then ESPN's Kevin Pelton joins to pick All-Defensive teams, talk Heat, Suns, Magic and Jamahl Mosley's extension, the recent decline in scoring and free throws, Victor Wembanyama…

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Dawn Staley, South Carolina win, Angel Reese battles, Lady Vols endure | Women's basketball podcast 30:06

17d ago30:06

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Our Gabriella Lewis spent the weekend covering the SEC Tournament, and she joins host Howard Megdal overflowing with insights about all she saw. From Dawn Staley and South Carolina's season of dominance to LSU's upside and the neverending conundrum that is Tennessee's expectations, the two take on the multifaceted SEC together. Lauren Park-Lane of …

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Cameron Brink's intersection of scalability and star upside | WNBA Draft Scouting Report 26:09

20d ago26:09

26:09

Host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Em Adler and Lincoln Shafer for a detailed scouting report on Stanford big Cameron Brink, the consensus No. 2 prospect in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Ibotta gives you cash back on hundreds of grocery items from produce to personal care to pantry goods, so you can make su…

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Bobby Marks on Celtics-Nuggets, Ben Simmons, KAT's injury, and Wembanyama 1:35:25

20d ago1:35:25

1:35:25

Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks discuss Denver's win over Boston in a potential Finals preview, whether Boston has crunch-time issues, the game's impact on the MVP race, and much more -- the impact of Karl-Anthony Towns injury on Minnesota's playoff chances and big-picture future, Dallas' win over Miami, ankle issues for Steph Curry, Victor Wembanyama,…

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Kim Adams talks Caitlin Clark multi-year trading card deal | Women's Basketball Podcast 29:10

21d ago29:10

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Caitlin Clark's historic moments with the Iowa Hawkeyes will now live on forever via a set of trading cards. Fox Sports personality Kim Adams joins host Gigi Speer to dive into the moments themselves from the perspective of someone who has watched all year long. Kim also discusses her basketball roots, her family group chat, her busy schedule, and …

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Natisha Hiedeman, difference-maker for Minnesota Lynx, Penn State | Women's Basketball Podcast 26:21

22d ago26:21

26:21

For Natisha Hiedeman, the road to a regular role in the WNBA was anything but easy. She talks about those difficult early days in today's podcast with host Howard Megdal. Hiedeman details the work that went into turning herself from a second round pick who got cut in her rookie season into a 40-game ironwoman last year who is now tasked with runnin…

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USC's Lindsay Gottlieb on JuJu Watkins and building a winning roster | Women's Basketball Podcast 25:48

23d ago25:48

25:48

It's a predictable pattern: program hires Lindsay Gottlieb, program starts winning big. Ask UCSB, Cal, and now USC, which is in position to do some special things here in March. Gottlieb joins host Howard Megdal to discuss how to put together a modern roster amid the 2024 landscape, what makes JuJu Watkins so special, and much more on the Trojans.S…

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Adia Barnes, Arizona are ten toes down at Pac-12 Tournament | Women's Basketball Podcast 33:37

24d ago33:37

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It has been anything but an easy season for Adia Barnes and Arizona. Injuries and team dismissals reduced the Wildcats to just seven players. Walk-ons were added, team culture was reinforced, and along the way Arizona's won enough to put itself into NCAA Tournament contention. Barnes joined host Howard Megdal to take you behind the scenes of all he…

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Scalabrine on the soaring Celtics, Herring on the Top 4 in the West, Bucks, and Raptors 1:45:03

23d ago1:45:03

1:45:03

Zach and Brian Scalabrine break down the red-hot Boston Celtics and who might challenge them in the East. Then ESPN's Chris Herring joins to talk about the top-4 in the West, the Bucks finding their groove, injuries to Russell Westbrook, Donovan Mitchell, and Scottie Barnes, the Raptors deal for Kelly Olynyk, RJ Barrett's play, Anthony Davis, and m…

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A Final Hurrah for Pac-12 Women's Hoops 33:11

24d ago33:11

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The 2023-24 Pac-12 women's basketball season started off with a huge splash all the way back in November 2023. Fast forward and Stanford has won the last regular season title as we know this league to be and the teams are headed to Las Vegas for the 2024 Pac-12 postseason tournament. Who will take home that crown? Who wants off the bubble for the N…

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Exploring Second-Round Draft Value with Charisma Osborne and Leilani Correa | WNBA Podcast 27:25

27d ago27:25

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Note: This episode was recorded on Feb. 24 Host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Em Adler and Lincoln Shafer for scouting reports on UCLA’s Charisma Osborne and Florida’s Leilani Correa. Both could be second-round picks in the WNBA Draft. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Stitch Fix Style that makes you feel as good as you look—get started t…

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How does UConn’s Aaliyah Edwards project as a draft prospect | WNBA Podcast 29:34

26d ago29:34

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Host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Em Adler and Lincoln Shafer for a detailed scouting report on UConn big Aaliyah Edwards.By Locked On Podcast Network

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Haley Jones, Allisha Gray and Emily Engstler show out: Athletes Unlimited Season Three Tips off 35:52

28d ago35:52

35:52

Host Jackie Powell is joined by play-by-play broadcaster Brendan Glasheen, who was live in Dallas broadcasting the opening games of the new Athletes Unlimited basketball season. The pair discuss what it was like to be on the ground broadcasting the games along with the players, those with WNBA or not, who stood out on opening night. Also, Powell an…

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State of the West, Giannis' MVP case, and Wemby vs. Chet 1:23:51

27d ago1:23:51

1:23:51

Zach and ESPN's Chiney Ogwumike discuss the Lakers' big week, LeBron approaching 40,000 points and their favorite LeBron moments, the Bucks' surge on defense, Giannis' MVP case and the awards race overall, Wemby vs Chet, Rookie of the Year, San Antonio's path forward, whether it's time to worry about the Clippers, Houston's struggles, the Pelicans,…

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How the conversation on mental illness has evolved, from Chamique Holdsclaw to today | WNBA Podcast 26:36

29d ago26:36

26:36

Journalist Julie Kliegman has written a vitally important book, "Mind Game" now on sale at Rowman and Littlefield (BUY IT HERE https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781538168066/Mind-Game-An-Inside-Look-at-the-Mental-Health-Playbook-of-Elite-Athletes) ahead of a formal release next week. She joins host Howard Megdal to discuss how we have talked about mental il…

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Molly (Bolin) Kazmer talks Iowa, offensive firepower and her own scoring prowess | WBB Podcast 32:18

29d ago32:18

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The legendary Molly (Bolin) Kazmer joins host Natalie Heavren to talk about some of the most prolific scorers in NCAA and AIAW history, including Caitlin Clark, Lynette Woodard and Pearl Moore. The pair also discuss the history of girls and women’s basketball in Iowa, the role of offense in the WBL, Molly’s own scoring prowess and more. Support Us …

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How Denver Matches Up with the Best of the West and a Look at the Play-In Race in the East 1:50:58

30d ago1:50:58

1:50:58

Zach and Adam Mares of DNVR Sports check in on the Nuggets and break down all the key matchups at the top of the Western Conference. Then Nekias Duncan of the Dunker Spot joins to talk about playoff races in the middle of the East: Knicks, Sixers, red-hot Heat, Hawks without Trae Young, Magic's present and future, the frisky Raptors, the Pacers wit…

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Champs Headline a Crazy Week in WCBK 33:49

1M ago33:49

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We are reaching the critical point of the college basketball season - the final days of the regular season, where we crown conference champions and see who still is alive for the postseason in March. Analyst and national correspondent Missy Heidrick is joined by Alex Simon of SF Gate and AP Top 25 voter to break down the teams that are riding high …

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The Three Most Important Players for the rest of the Season 1:14:13

1M ago1:14:13

1:14:13

Zach and Mo Dakhil of The Athletic discuss the Warriors and Lakers, the surging Mavs, the Thunder going for the #1 seed, the state of the MVP race, and the three most important players for the rest of the season. Who has a better chance of making a run- Warriors or Lakers? (4:43) The surging Mavs (14:51) The state of the Suns (23:33) The Thunder ar…

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Who is making a splash in the Ivy League? | Women’s Basketball Podcast 31:29

1M ago31:29

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With just three weeks until the Ivy League Tournament, The Next’s Ivy League beat reporter Jenn Hatfield joins Natalie Heavren to talk all about the Ancient 8. The pair discuss the Player and Rookie of the Year contenders and the upcoming matchup between Princeton and Columbia. Jenn also breaks down who she expects to make the conference tournament…

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Sabrina Ionescu's Body Double Reacts to Steph v. Sabrina In-Person | Women's Basketball Podcast 27:56

1M ago27:56

27:56

Sabrina Ionescu and Stephen Curry competed to see who was a better three point shooter (that night). College basketball analyst, former college player and coach for the Kosovo National Team Edona Thaqi joins host and friend Gigi Speer to go over their reactions to the contest. Plus, Thaqi drops knowledge on what it takes to transition to broadcasti…

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Jess Smith talks WNBA Golden State, Steph Curry vs. Sabrina Ionescu | Women's Basketball Podcast 33:18

1M ago33:18

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For Jess Smith, the path to the presidency for WNBA Golden State has been a fascinating one. With history in MLB, NHL and more, she took a chance and joined Angel City FC of the NWSL, helping to create a startup that has become a model franchise for the league. Now, at a critical moment for the WNBA, she is ready to build anew. Hear about the timel…

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The Nets, Fixing All-Star Weekend, and Second Half Storylines to Watch 1:52:42

1M ago1:52:42

1:52:42

Zach and ESPN's Tim Bontemps discuss the Brooklyn Nets soap opera of the last 10 years and where they go after firing Jacque Vaughn, and Tim picks his biggest East storyline of the rest of the season. Plus: Breaking down Mike Conley's extension. Then ESPN's Malika Andrews joins to fix All-Star, pick Most Confusing Teams in the West, and more. Plus:…

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Team USA's Olympic qualifier in Belgium breakdown with Maggie Hendricks 33:21

1M ago33:21

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Team USA made the 2024 Summer Olympics, but not before getting quite the scare in Belgium. Host Howard Megdal is joined by Maggie Hendricks, who was there for the USA-Belgium matchup and the entire qualifier, to break down what Maggie saw, how the U.S. looked and what it means for this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.…

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A deep dive into Caitlin Clark's WNBA draft prospects | WNBA Podcast 18:24

1M ago18:24

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Host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-host Lincoln Shafer for a scouting report on Iowa point guard Caitlin Clark. Note: Apologies for the audio and quality issues with this one. My internet was causing some fits - Hunter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Locked On Podcast Network

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The LeBron Hail Mary with Ramona Shelburne and Rookie Check-in with John Hollinger 1:47:19

1M ago1:47:19

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Zach and ESPN's Ramona Shelburne discuss the Warriors attempting to trade for LeBron James, LeBron's future in LA, the recent surges for both teams and whether they can do damage in the playoffs. Then John Hollinger of the Athletic weighs in on Rookie of the Year and checks in rookies in Charlotte, Memphis, Washington, Toronto, Utah, Houston, and m…

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What the Stephen vs. Sabrina 3-point shootout will mean for women’s sports | WNBA Basketball Podcast 38:36

1M ago38:36

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Host Jackie Powell is joined by Sam Gordon, Golden State Warriors beat writer at the San Francisco Chronicle to preview the Stephen vs. Sabrina 3-point shootout which tips off on Saturday night at 8 pm et. The pair explain the origins of the competition, what Ionescu and Curry’s goals are for the competition, and what it means for women’s basketbal…

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Isis Young on Syracuse, Black History Month, and NGWSD | Women's Basketball Podcast 39:12

1M ago39:12

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Isis Young is a basketball analyst, sideline reporter, and now is CEO of Your World Media. She joins host Gigi Speer to talk about Syracuse Basketball, Black History Month, National Girls and Women in Sports Day, and her future in both life and sports. Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOWomensBasketball?sid=YouT…

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Imani McGee-Stafford announces she's ready to return to WNBA | Women's Basketball Podcast 29:16

1M ago29:16

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The world doesn't possess a lot of 6'7 rim protectors who can shoot beyond the arc, so the news that Imani McGee-Stafford is ready for a return to the WNBA is welcome for any number of WNBA teams that are blowing up her agent's line. Imani joins host Howard Megdal to discuss how she's fully locked on on basketball, the ways her game has grown and d…

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The Five Biggest Questions Remaining 1:45:18

1M ago1:45:18

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Zach and Steve Jones Jr. of The Dunker Spot pick their 5 Biggest Questions for the rest of the NBA season: Bucks, Suns, home-court in the West, Knicks, Sixers, Lakers and Warriors figuring things out, Trae Young's future, much more. Then Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com joins to discuss the red-hot Cleveland Cavaliers: Are they contenders? What are the…

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Aaron Roussell, Richmond Spiders aim to conquer Atlantic 10 | Women's Basketball Podcast 36:08

1M ago36:08

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Aaron Roussell wins everywhere he goes. U of Chicago, Bucknell, now at Richmond, where the Spiders, fresh off a WNIT bid, are aiming for nothing less than Atlantic 10 glory and an NCAA Tournament appearance. Roussell joins host Howard Megdal to discuss his underlying principles in coaching, what has changed in his five years at Richmond — you know,…

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