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On this episode we dive into all of the newest episodes of Untold. We also discuss Michael Oher and how his lawsuit against the Tueys will pan out. Finally, we discuss how our NFL teams will do this year and what challenges they will face this season.

We talk about the ongoing NBA convention in Las Vegas and many different activities and speakers and autograph signings. We go over our top 5 sports video games and sports movies and you decide who was the ultimate winner. We also have a very special guest as Alabama wheelchair basketball star, Eric Francis, joins the show to talk about his journey.

We welcome a new co-host to the crew and we dive deep into a full summer of basketball including the return of Slamball and the TBT. We also go over the NBA season and if there were any surprises and what we want to see next season. Finally, we talk about four new “Untold” documentaries coming out in August

With the NBA finals starting in June, who is going to be the next NBA champion? What is the draft looking like this year? What would be some changes you would make to NBA All-Star Weekend?

With the nba playoffs heating up and getting ready for the NBA conference semi-finals, who do you have in the NBA Finals? We play would you rather with current and former nba logos of all the teams. We hope everyone stays safe this weekend as “Something in the Water” music festival hits the 757 for a fun weekend at the beach.

With the NBA playoffs around the corner, what can we expect from the play-in tournament? With the WNBA draft on the horizon, who will land in the top 10 and who will make a difference as a rookie? With a lot of problems in women’s sports, is there anything we can do to solve the problem? We also have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with South Alabama men’s basketball star, Isaiah Moore.

The NBA and the NBPA have agreed on a new collective bargaining agreement for the next seven years, what changes did they make? With the Final Four finishing up this weekend, what are your picks for the men’s and women’s finals?

With the college basketball season coming to an end, and some college athletes looking for a new home, and we debate who hurts the most during this time, High School players looking for a shot, or the players who are looking for a new home? With the NBA getting close to playoff push, who will make the cut? | with the Final Four set and ready for Houston, who will win? We have Miami, San Diego State, UConn, and Florida Atlantic. Finally, we have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with overseas pro basketball player and FAU alum, Greg Gantt

We debate whether a Kevin Harlan “Good” or a Mike Breen “Bang” is better. We also talk about the NBA’s discussions as far as the minimum requirements players need to play in order to win end of season awards. Finally, we discuss the NCAA March madness tournament, and Fairleigh Dickenson’s journey and being the second 16th seed in NCAA history to take down a 1-seed.

Ja morant has taken an indefinite leave from the team, what will this mean for the Grizzlies long term? The Olympics are introducing e-sport events that raises a few questions, and one being, how serious are people going to take e-sport olympians? We also have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Neumann University men’s basketball star, Ishmael Marshall

With conference tournaments underway, who will make that final push for a ticket to the NCAA Tournament? We also go over the past week in the NBA, as well as debate the best player from every franchise. Finally, we have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with UTSA MENS basketball player, Japhet Medor.

On this episode, we dive into each event in the NBA All-Star Weekend including Mac McClung winning the slam dunk contest. We also go over what some teams have in store for the rest of the season. We have a very special guest on the show for our 1 on 1 interview, Yonni from IGReferees joins us. Finally, we discuss high school sports and the NIL.

It is finally here. NBA All-Star weekend in Utah has finally arrived. We take our picks on the slam dunk contest, the 3pt contest, and the skills challenge. Also, we draft our all-star teams and see what the final ELAM ending will be. We also draft a team of players who have never made an all star team in their career. Finally, we discuss the NBA and the NBA App allowing you to be inserted in to instant replays of games.

It has been a wild week in the NBA with lots of movers and shakers and what could happen with the rest of the season? Should high school basketball finally involve a shot clock with a recent HS game ending 4-2? “White man can’t jump” and “Air” are two new basketball movies coming out, will the remake be as good as the original? Las Vegas Aces are facing allegation of under-the-table payments.

On this episode, we go over Lebron and his journey to becoming the all-time scoring leader in the NBA. Also, ESPN 30 for 30 is coming out with a new documentary called “bullies in Baltimore” about the 2000-2001 Baltimore ravens defense. Also, we discuss the ref shortage in the country and the NBA All-Star game. Finally, we have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with St. Francis Mens basketball player, Michael Myrie.

It’s been three years since the tragic helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and 7 others. Our thoughts and prayers continue to go out to their families. We also go over the NBA all-star starters, and some changes they can make for the weekend. We also go over the McDonalds All-American teams, and go over our new segment, “Dropped the Ball”. Finally we have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with overseas pro basketball player, Noah Dickerson.

Where will Bronny decide to go to college after his final year at Sierra Canyon? We also go over the schedule for Colorado and see if Deion Sander’s first year at Boulder will be successful. We go over the newest round of NBA power rankings and NBA all-star votes. Finally, we have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with West Virginia State Mens basketball player, Samier Kinsler.

With the fans getting more opportunities to vote for the all-star game, my question is, are some names worth being on this list? We also go over one of the biggest blowouts and non watchable college football championship of all time. Also, Netflix and Nike have teamed up to make workout installments called the “Nike Training Club” and we talk about how that is a great marketer for both products. Finally, we have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Virginia Wesleyan University Alumni, Tyree Golston

Welcome to our first episode of 2023! Joining us on the show are Kam and Mo, creators of the BornWinners podcast. We discuss the current situation Ja morant is facing being sued by a 17 year old. We also debate our All-Star starters and bench players and think who will get snubbed. We also talk about what we want to accomplish in 2023 for ourselves and for our podcasts. Finally, I have my 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Hampden-Sydney alumni, Brian Brennan.

The last episode of 2022! We talk about Eastbay and it’s importance in the basketball community, we talk about Luka’s historic night and if he continues does he have a shot at MVP? We give some Hot Takes in the basketball world. We also give out our goals for 2023 and thank everyone for the show. Continue to keep listening and showing support.

On this episode, I discuss the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame class of 2023 possibilities. I also go over NBA on Christmas Day games, and we also have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Western Oregon men’s basketball player, Antonio “Tony” Silanis.

Skip Bayless has reached a new low on undisputed after disrespecting Shannon Sharpe’s career. We go over the most recent news and scores around the NBA. Netflix has a new show coming out on New Year’s Day that I highly recommend. Finally, we have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with overseas pro baller, Mary Dunn

On this episode, I am joined by my old college friend, Jacob Smith, and we go over his time at UVA-wise and his experiences playing golf and ever having to deal with cheats. We also go over FanDuel picks for all of the college bowl games this winter. Also, I go over the Brittney Grinner release and coming back to the US, as well as Coach Prime heading to Colorado to possibly lead the Buffs to a National Title in the next year or two. Finally, I have my 1 on 1 Hooper profile with overseas professional basketball player, Hatem Alawad.

We go over the numbers over the last year, courtesy of Spotify. With USA reaching the World Cup round of 16, can USA keep the momentum going with a win over the Netherlands? We also go over the recent NBA standings and numbers as well as some NCAA basketball and football. We also discuss what 30 for 30 documentary we would want to produce and make a story out of, and ask you guys what would you make?

Happy Veterans Day and there is a college hoops game on the USS Lincoln air craft carrier between Michigan State and Gonzaga, could it ever come to the 757? We go over some of the games in the NBA and the NCAA. The NBA has also released each teams City Edition jerseys for this year. We also have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with University of Arkansas of Pine Bluff men’s basketball player, Chris Greene.

We go over the most recent games in the NBA and what we can look for this upcoming weekend and some predictions for the rest of the season. The first college football playoff picture has come out and will Tennessee stay atop or will they be taken off if Georgia wins this weekend? Kyrie Irving is facing backlash from the league after a recent post deemed anti-Semitic has landed him in hot water. Nets have fired Steve Nash and hired Ime Udoka, thoughts? We also have FanDuel picks of the weekend for NCAA football games.

Should the lakers be worried after starting the season 0-4? Will UNC stay no. 1 or will a new underdog team join the top of the basketball country? We make our picks for this weekends slate of NBA and NCAA games. We also have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with JetLyfe CO-CEO and owner of ReemMoneyPicks, Kareem Mchardy

On this day, all the stars align for a night of the NBA, NFL, MLB and NHL games. The NBA season is officially here!!! Are fan reactions and overreactions getting worse now more than ever? More FanDuel picks for the week and weekend. Finally, we have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Overseas pro basketball star, Omar Lo

No suspension for Draymond after punching Jordan Poole, was that the best decision for the Warriors? Dan Snyder has “dirt” on a lot of people in the NFL, what or who is he blackmailing? NBA players will be assessed a tech if they shout/distract three-point shooters in game, near the bench area. Big shoutout to ODU and JMU as their game in November is already sold out. We go over the picks of the weekend and a big announcement in the TBT, as they introduce the TST: The Soccer Tournament.

We have a very special guest as Devon Calhoun, creator of “The Chosen League” podcast comes on to the show to talk about our many topics. First, we react to “pick your side” podcast episode debating if KD is a legend. Also, we go into if high school basketball should institute a shot clock, NBA mascots and how much they are paid, and we make some FanDuel picks for this weekends NFL and NCAA football games.

We talk about the electrifying Savannah bananas baseball team and how they have created a “Harlem globetrotter” vibe in the south and all across the country. Levar and I play “Over or Under” debating on if teams will improve their wins from last season or do worse. We also go over the weekend picks for NCAA/NFL games.

HBO is releasing a new documentary on oct. 11 called “38 in the Garden”, which reflects on Jeremy Lin and Linsanity at Madison Square Garden and his time with the Knicks. Now that the Suns and Mercury are for sale after the Sarver investigation, who are the likely candidates to fill in that position? Also, we have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Keystone College Men’s Basketball Star, Jack Anderson. Finally, we also go over some of the best picks/parlays for this weekends slate of NCAA/NFL games.

Netflix has just released their trailer for “The Redeem Team”, which is the story of the 2008 Men’s Olympic basketball team. The investigation into Suns and Mercury owner, Robert Sarver has concluded and is facing suspension and a $10 million fine. Is this the start of another Donald Sterling incident? We also go over some weekend picks courtesy of FanDuel and make some responsible bets for college football and the NFL. Lastly, we have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Clemson University Women’s basketball star, Amari Robinson.

We dive into another weekend of NCAA Football as well as the first weekend of NFL. We also go over the Class of 2022 for the Basketball Hall of Fame. Finally, we have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Pitt Panther Women’s basketball player, Amber “AB” Brown.

On this episode, I dive into all of the big games this weekend in the college football and NFL world. Also, with the NBA implementing a new in-season tournament for the 2023-24 season, will it work? I recap the latest untold documentary, “Race of the Century”. Finally, NBA 2k23 is out now on platforms, make sure to go grab your copy. Make sure to also check out our podcast and channel on all social media platforms.

As Serena William’s career comes to an end at the U.S. Open, we look back on how dominate she has been and how much of an influence she has been for women in sports. NCAA football playoff committee has increased to a 12-team playoff format during the 2026 season. The G-League has decided to implement the Elam-Ending for all overtime games in the season. Is this a good idea that can grow or not needed? After noticing that there are almost a full team of Free Agents in the NBA, shouldn’t the possibility of bringing an NBA team back to Seattle as an option for some of these players?

On this episode, I discuss with Levar the latest Untold story: Operation Flagrant Foul, and if something like this can still happen today in sports, even with the addition of online gambling and betting apps. Over a year ago since Bishop Sycamore and their football program fooled the entire country by being a fake high school and the coach denying that he’s a con man. We also go over the WNBA playoffs as well as discussing FanDuel future picks for the NBA season as well as making some picks for some of this weeks college football games going into the weekend.

With some of the best in the NBA heading back home to represent their country in the EuroBasket tournament, which country do you believe will come out on top? WNBA playoffs are in the semi-finals, who will take home the trophy this year? With the NIL still growing and athletes taking advantage of it, what are some pieces of advice that some players could use when trying to market and network their name/brand?

With AND1 being the definition of streetball and mixtapes, would you say that BALLISLIFE is this generations AND1? Chet Holmgren will miss this season due to injury, what should the thunder look towards this season and next years draft? With the Bryant lawsuit ending and the LA county sheriffs office owes $31 million, and specifically Vanessa Bryant $16 million, what will happen for the legacy of Kobe? With the NBA season starting in just a few weeks, we go over the too early awards for this upcoming season and see if they need to be changed.

In 2003, Rucker Park was supposed to host an epic 3x3 matchup, what would it look like in today’s NBA? We also have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Drury Alumni, and current overseas pro baller, Conley Garrison. Finally, with Vol. 2 of Untold ending the beginning of September, we talk about the last documentary of the series: Race of the Century, discussing the Australia sailing team competing in the America’s Cup.

Netflix has another new “Untold” story coming at the end of August, and it is the story of Tim Donaghy, an NBA ref who decided to bet on games. We also discuss the All-Rookie WNBA team, including Sam Thomas who’s numbers are questionable. Joining us for our 1 on 1 Hooper profile is the newest member of the San Jose State Spartans Men’s Basketball program, Kellen King. We also go over Lebron’s new deal, Skip Baylee’s attacking Bronny, Dick Vitale cancer-free and more.

With NBA season around the corner, the NBA has already released the 5-Christmas day games. What could we expect from these games? With Krogers in Ohio branching out and going to add betting kiosks in 2023, will people be betting grocery money on parlays? Also, Jake rejoins us for our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Australian Pro basketball star, Austin Treweek. Finally, with the WNBA Playoffs starting this week, who do you have winning it all?

With MLB having their “Field of Dreams” game, could someday the NBA and NFL have something like what the MLB has with “Field of Dreams” game and the NHL with “Winter Classic”? Bill Russell’s number 9 will be forever immortalized in the NBA, being just the 3rd number in all of sports being retired in their league, and the question is are their any other numbers throughout the wide world of sports that should be retired? Stopping by on the show for our 1 on 1 Hooper Profile is TikTok star and Lynn University Alumni, Branden Ellis. Over a year since NIL has been implemented, has it been good or bad for the college athletic world? And who is the Greatest Athlete of All of Sports?

With Paolo Banchero and Dejounte Murray getting into it at the Tacoma Pro-Am, is it wise to keep getting pro players into these pro-ams or do players need to realize that it’s not the NBA play. Also, KD is trying to give an ultimatum to the Nets owner, is KD taking it too far? We also have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Randolph-Macon star, Buzz Anthony. Finally, I go over the preview for a new Hulu series coming August 15, Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers.

Bill Russell, an icon, a legend, of the greats to play the game. Rest In Peace. I have my 1 on 1 Hooper profile with YKS Bulldawgs coach and founder, George James III. Also, we discuss the return of slamball, why ESPN 8 “The Ocho” is important what “sports” should be added to list, and finally with the return of NCAA football, if EA delivers, should they get the green light for an NCAA basketball return?

Coming out the end of August, Netflix is releasing two new “untold” sports stories: “The Girlfriend that didn’t exist” and “The Rise and Fall of AND1”. Also, I have my 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Providence Women’s Basketball player, Janai Crooms. Finally, we go over some of the Greatest Sports movies of all time and what we consider the best and worst that have come out.

After winning another championship with the Warriors, Draymond Green is looking to capitalize on that and try to get a max deal with the organization. Do you think the Warriors will give it to him or will he be looking for a new home? With the pistons bringing back the “Grant Hill Teal” throwback jerseys, we go over some of the best throwback jerseys and give ideas for ways the NBA can bring those back and even bring in a few more ideas. Finally, we have our 1 on 1 Hooper profile with UVA-Wise Alumni and member of the Smith League, Ricardo Hill Jr. Also joining the show we have a new co-host, my friend Levar comes on to discuss these topics and more.

With the NCAA implementing new rules regarding the transfer portal, is the power going back to the players, or will this hurt coaches/athletic directors? Also, I have my 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Alabama Women’s basketball player, Hannah Barber. Finally, with more TBT basketball happening, and getting down to the nitty gritty of it, who do you guys think are the front runners to claim the $1 million prize?

With the end of summer getting close and less than 2 months until NBA season, what’s left in free agency, and what is a Hot Take before the season starts? Also, I have my 1 on 1 Hooper profile with Cape Henry Collegiate School strength and conditioning coach, Phil Reichoff. Finally, with talks between the PAC-12 and BIG-12 ending, what could happen to the future of college conferences and mixing teams up. Also, we have a very special guest with Kam and Mo, creators of the BornWinners podcast.