This week on Episode 59 of the CrownHoops Podcast, Stacey Collier II, Ben Okazawa, and Mike White talk about the upcoming NBA Free Agency Period. The three give insight on the Lakers and Raptors' plans, followed by debating the statuses of Kawhi Leonard and Chris Paul. Then, the guys dive into trade talks, including Bradley Beal being linked to the Boston Celtics. Other topics include Team USA Basketball struggles, Pelicans-Grizzlies trade, the NBA Draft, and the Hot Takes segment surrounding the best PFs of all time.   Please like and subscribe!   Follow us on Twitter @CrownHoops and @CrownHoopsPod   Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA   Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR   Stacey Collier II: @SCTheSecond   Ben Okazawa: @OkazawaBen   Mateo Navarrette: @MateoNav53   Check out our official website! www.CrownHoops.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

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CrownHoops Podcast: NBA Free Agency, NBA Trade Rumors, Team USA Basketball, and NBA Mock Draft!

This week on episode 57 of the CrownHoops Podcast, Jordan Daly, Stacey Collier II, and Mateo Navarrette welcome coach Ken Hunter from Netflix's hit show, Last Chance U: Basketball. Coach Ken tells the guys about what his real role is as the assistant coach of the ELAC basketball team. He talks about recruiting, being a players coach, and what it is like managing D1-talent players at a JUCO level. Ken then talks about what it was like being filmed and how the whole process happened. Ken also walks us through the show, and what it was like living in that moment. Please Like and Subscribe! Thanks for watching! Follow us on Twitter! CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond Mateo Navarrette: @MateoNav53 Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content! CrownHoops.com Part of the CrownHoops Network Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, iHeartRadio, and all major streaming platforms! Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek! Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase! Use code "CrownHoops" to save 20% on any Manscaped products! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: Coach Ken Hunter from Netflix's Hit Show Last Chance U Basketball!

This week on episode 56 of the CrownHoops Podcast, Jordan Daly, Stacey Collier II, and Ben Okazawa welcome new member Mateo Navarrette to the podcast team. Following Mateo's introduction, the guys then talk about Carmelo Anthony entering the top 10 all-time scoring list and what that means for his career. After that, the guys discuss some of the bad officiating we've seen across the league lately and how the NBA should fix some of the issues and hold the refs more accountable for their calls - or lack thereof. Ben then runs the guys through some hot takes such as someone claiming Russell Westbrook is a top-two PG of all time and that the Lakers don't stand a chance of repeating their championship run. After that, the guys talk about Kyrie Irving being fined for not talking to the media postgame. The guys agree that changes need to be made in hopes of improving players' mental health. Stacey ends off the episode by running us through a mystery player debate.    Please Like and Subscribe!                  Thanks for watching!      Follow us on Twitter!             CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops             CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod             Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA            Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR             Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen             Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond  Mateo Navarrette: @MateoNav53                        Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!             CrownHoops.com              Part of the CrownHoops Network                       Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, iHeartRadio, and all major streaming platforms!             Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek!            Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase!    Use code "CrownHoops" to save 20% on any Manscaped products! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: Fixing the Issue of Bad Refs in the NBA, Play-In Tournament Pushback, and more!

This week on episode 55 of the CrownHoops Podcast, Jordan Daly, Stacey Collier II, and Ben Okazawa take a look at the tight MVP and DPOY races going on in the NBA. With 76ers players Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid talking a lot of smack, will they be able to back it up against the betting favorites of Nikola Jokic and Rudy Gobert? The guys also talk about Dwayne Wade and Alex Rodriguez becoming part owners of the Utah Jazz and the Minnesota Timberwolves. The guys then discuss the news of LaMarcus Aldridge retiring and debate if he will become a Hall of Famer. After that, Ben takes the guys through a hot take regarding Jalen Suggs and the 2021 NBA Draft Class. The guys then debate where they each rank Zion Williamson among other NBA players right now. To end the episode, the guys list their top 5 NBA players under the age of 25.    Please Like and Subscribe!                  Thanks for watching!      Follow us on Twitter!             CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops             CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod             Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA            Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR             Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen             Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond                        Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!             CrownHoops.com              Part of the CrownHoops Network                       Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, iHeartRadio, and all major streaming platforms!             Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek!           Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase!    Use code "CrownHoops" to save 20% on any Manscaped products! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: MVP/DPOY Race, Where is Zion Ranked Right Now, + the Top 5 NBA Players Under 25!

This week on episode 54 of the CrownHoops Podcast, Jordan Daly, Stacey Collier II, and Ben Okazawa look at the NBA All-Star rosters and debate some possible snubs. Keeping with All-Star weekend, the guys then discuss some players they would like to see compete in the dunk contest, as well as the three-point contest. After that, the guys take a look at the Boston Celtics, who are currently struggling and under .500. They discuss Kemba Walker's lingering injury, as well as Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown's leadership abilities. Following that, Ben runs the guys through the Hot Takes segment, featuring a take comparing Luka Doncic to Larry Bird and someone proposing a 'Tatum and Brown for LeBron James' trade. With the Charlotte Hornets looking good so far this season, the guys debate whether or not Michael Jordan has redeemed himself as a GM with the Terry Rozier trade, Gordon Hayward signing, and Lamelo Ball draft selection all looking like great moves. Does he know what he is doing, or is it just luck? To end the episode, the guys take a look at how the 2020-2021 Rookie Class has been playing so far.    Please Like and Subscribe!                  Thanks for watching!      Follow us on Twitter!             CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops             CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod             Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA            Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR             Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen             Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond                        Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!             CrownHoops.com              Part of the CrownHoops Network                       Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, iHeartRadio, and all major streaming platforms!             Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek!            Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase!    Use code "CrownHoops" to save 20% on any Manscaped products! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: 2021 NBA All-Star Rosters, Boston Celtics Struggling, is MJ Redeemed as a GM?

This week on episode 53 of the CrownHoops Podcast, Jordan Daly, Mike White, and Ben Okazawa welcome two-time NBA Champion Josh Powell to the show. Josh reflects on his career, looking back at his back to back championships with Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers. He also talks about his unique path to the NBA, leaving college early to go play overseas, instead of the more traditional 'G-League' route. Josh then talks about his forced transition from player to coach, and how that took a toll on him mentally. He also talks about what it's like being teammates with guys like Kobe, Dirk Nowitzki, Pau Gasol, Steve Nash, etc. This lead to Josh talking about some of his experiences being coached by some of the best to ever do it, including Phil Jackson. To close out the episode, Josh talks about his experience in the BIG3 and answers some questions sent in by our viewers.    Please Like and Subscribe!                  Thanks for watching!      Follow us on Twitter!             CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops             CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod             Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA            Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR             Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen             Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond                        Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!             CrownHoops.com              Part of the CrownHoops Network                       Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and all major streaming platforms!             Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek!            Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase!    Use code "CrownHoops" to save 20% on any Manscaped products! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: Josh Powell Reflects on NBA Career, Back to Back Championships with Lakers

This week on episode 52 of the CrownHoops Podcast, Jordan Daly, Stacey Collier, and Ben Okazawa welcome 8-year NBA veteran Jumaine Jones to the show. Jumaine talks about some memories from his career, including draft night and what it was like being teammates with guys like Allen Iverson and Kobe Bryant. He also told us about his experience of being a 21-year-old being thrown into the starting lineup in the NBA Finals. Jumaine also talks about his experience with mental health in the NBA and how he is currently being an activist for mental health awareness with his company, Mindful Sport & Performance.     Please Like and Subscribe!                  Thanks for watching!      Follow us on Twitter!             CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops             CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod             Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA            Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR             Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen             Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond                        Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!             CrownHoops.com              Part of the CrownHoops Network                       Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and all major streaming platforms!             Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek!            Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase!    Use code "CrownHoops" to save 20% on any Manscaped products! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: Jumaine Jones Talks Mental Health in the NBA + Being Teammates with Kobe and AI!

This week on episode 51 of the CrownHoops Podcast, Jordan Daly, Mike White, and Ben Okazawa welcome 6 year NBA veteran Craig Smith to the show. Craig looks back at some of his favorite moments of his career, including run-ins with Kobe Bryant and Tim Duncan. Craig also tells the guys about his transition from the NBA to playing overseas in Jerusalem. Craig also tells us the story of how he found out he was on the cover of Sports Illustrated. To end things off with Craig, he answers some rapid-fire questions sent in by some of our listeners. Following the interview with Craig Smith, Ben runs the guys through some hot takes involving Trae Young, Steve Nash, and LeBron James. Mike then ends things with the Keyboard Warriors segment where someone claims that Jaylen Brown is better than Jayson Tatum. Stay up to date with Craig Smith! Instagram: @BlackRhino83 Twitter: @BlackRhino83 TikTok: @BlackRhino83 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAUPDclQOBSyMUKHceCmhBw Please Like and Subscribe!                 Thanks for watching!    Follow us on Twitter!            CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops            CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod            Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA           Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR            Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen            Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond                      Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!            CrownHoops.com             Part of the CrownHoops Network                     Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and all major streaming platforms!           Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek!           Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase!   Use code "CrownHoops" to save 20% on any Manscaped products! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: Interview with NBA Veteran Craig Smith, is Jaylen Brown better than Jayson Tatum, and More!

This week on episode 50 of the CrownHoops Podcast, Jordan Daly, Mike White, Stacey Collier, and Ben Okazawa look at the 2021 NBA Season and make some exciting predictions. We look at some projected winners and debate some sleeper teams. We also discuss some players we think will make a big jump forward. After that, the guys discuss the James Harden situation and debate if he will stay with the Houston Rockets. Ben then runs the guys through some hot takes including Anthony Davis and player dunk ratings in NBA 2K21. Following that, Jordan gives the instructions on how to win some free stuff to celebrate our 50th episode. To close out the episode, the guys debate possible NBA team expansion cities and what players are most in need of a championship. Mike then ends things with the Keyboard Warriors segment.    Please Like and Subscribe!                 Thanks for watching!    Follow us on Twitter!            CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops            CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod            Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA           Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR            Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen            Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond                      Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!            CrownHoops.com             Part of the CrownHoops Network                     Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and all major streaming platforms!            Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek!           Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase!   Use code "CrownHoops" to save 20% on any Manscaped products! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: 2021 NBA Season Preview, NBA Expansion Teams, Episode 50 Give-a-ways, and More!

This week on episode 49 of the CrownHoops Podcast, Jordan Daly, Mike White, Stacey Collier,  and Ben Okazawa talk about the 2020 NBA Draft and look into concerning comments coming from the Minnesota Timberwolves' number 1 pick, Anthony Edwards. They then break down the Boston Celtics' decision to use their picks instead of trading them for a more usable "win now" type asset. The guys then look at all of the moves made in the NBA Free Agency, including all of the trades. With Gordon Hayward going to the Charlotte Hornets, Houston getting height in Christian Wood in Demarcus Cousins, and the Lakers getting stronger with Montrezl Harrell and Dennis Schroder, there is a lot to be discussed. The guys also question if the Bucks' recent trade for Jrue Holiday will be enough for them to make the NBA Finals and ultimately convince Giannis Antetokounmpo to re-sign. Ben returns with a Hot Takes segment regarding the Houston Rockets and Mike talks us through our keyboard warrior - this time with a household name - Kendrick Perkins.     Please Like and Subscribe!                 Thanks for watching!    Follow us on Twitter!            CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops            CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod            Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA           Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR            Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen            Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond                      Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!            CrownHoops.com             Part of the CrownHoops Network --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: 2020 NBA Draft, Free Agency Updates, Trade Watch, and More!

This week on episode 48 of the CrownHoops Podcast, Jordan Daly, Stacey Collier,  and Ben Okazawa talk about the NBA Finals so far, between the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers. With the Lakers taking a big lead in the series, it may be too little too late for Miami. The guys also discuss LeBron James' questionable decision of walking off the court early in game 3. Ben then runs the guys through the Hot Takes segment, featuring Kyrie Irving's comment that Kevin Durant is the most clutch player he has ever played with, and Stephen A Smith saying Glenn Rivers will have an easier time coaching the Philadelphia 76ers than he did the LA Clippers. The guys also talk about the Sixers hiring Doc to be their new head coach, and debate if it was a good hire or not. This leads into a discussion of if Tyronne Lue will be a Head Coach next season as well. Stacey ends the episode with a mystery player debate.      Please Like and Subscribe!                Follow us on Twitter!          CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops          CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod          Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA         Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR          Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen          Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond                  Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!          CrownHoops.com           Part of the CrownHoops Network                 Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and all major streaming platforms!        Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek!         Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: NBA Finals, Kyrie Irving's Hot Take, Glenn "Doc" Rivers Takes Over the 76ers, and More!

This week on episode 47 of the CrownHoops podcast, Jordan Daly, Stacey Collier, Mike White, and Ben Okazawa talk about the results of the NBA Conference Finals and look forward to the NBA Finals. With the Miami Heat in the Finals, the guys discuss head coach Erik Spoelstra and determine where he should be ranked currently and all-time. The  'Keyboard Warriors' segment makes a return, where the guys look at one rediculous post/comment made on social media. Ben also runs the guys through the Hot Takes segment. Stacey ends the episode with a mystery player debate, which then leads into a discussion of what players don't get enough credit.           Please Like and Subscribe!                Follow us on Twitter!          CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops          CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod          Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA         Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR          Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen          Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond                  Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!          CrownHoops.com           Part of the CrownHoops Network                 Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and all major streaming platforms!        Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek!         Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: Conference Finals, NBA Finals Predictions, Ranking Erik Spoelstra All-Time +more

This week on episode 46 of the CrownHoops podcast, Jordan Daly, Stacey Collier, Mike White, and Ben Okazawa talk about the first two games of the NBA Conference Finals. Will the Los Angeles Lakers sweep the Denver Nuggets? Will the Boston Celtics figure things out and overcome Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat? Following that, the guys look at a list put out by NBC Sports where they rank the top players under 25 to build around (and you'll be surprised who they left out)! After that, the guys talk about their weird fan superstitions or weird things they "have to do" for their team to win. Do you have any weird fan rules that you have to do? A new segment run by Mike White is introduced, titled 'Keyboard Warriors,' where they look at one rediculous post/comment made on social media. Ben then runs the guys through the Hot Takes segment, and the guys end the episode as they always do with a mystery player debate.        Please Like and Subscribe!            Follow us on Twitter!        CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops        CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod        Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA       Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR        Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen        Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond              Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!        CrownHoops.com         Part of the CrownHoops Network             Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and all major streaming platforms!    Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek!       Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: NBA Conference Finals, Best Players Under 25 to Build Around, Weird Fan Superstitions, and More!

This week on episode 45 of the CrownHoops podcast, Jordan Daly, Stacey Collier, Mike White, and Ben Okazawa talk about the NBA Playoffs so far. They look into the disappointing downfall of the Milwaukee Bucks and question what is next for Giannis Antetokounmpo, discuss the 7 game battle between the Boston Celtics and the Toronto Raptors, discuss how the Houston Rockets are "one piece away" according to James Harden, and look at the back-to-back 3-1 comebacks from the Denver Nuggets. The guys then break down the conference finals matchups between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Denver Nuggets and the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat. The guys end the episode as they always do with a mystery player debate.        Please Like and Subscribe!            Follow us on Twitter!        CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops        CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod        Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA       Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR        Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen        Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond              Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!        CrownHoops.com         Part of the CrownHoops Network         Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, anchor, and all major streaming platforms!    Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek!       Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: NBA Playoffs Updates, UPSETS, Celtics/Heat and Nuggets/Lakers Previews, and More

This week on episode 44 of the CrownHoops podcast, Jordan Daly, Stacey Collier, Mike White, and Ben Okazawa talk about some NBA updates in the Orlando Bubble (Damian Lillard, TJ Warren, Devin Booker and the Suns, and more), look at the official 2020 NBA Awards Nominations (as well as the new Bubble Awards), and look at a hot take claiming that Damian Lillard is better than Stephen Curry. The guys end the episode as they always do with a mystery player debate.    Please Like and Subscribe!        Follow us on Twitter!      CrownHoops Main Account: @CrownHoops      CrownHoops Podcast: @CrownHoopsPod      Jordan Daly: @JordanDalyNBA     Mike White: @Mike_WhiteJR      Ben Okazawa:  @OkazawaBen      Stacey Collier: @SCTheSecond          Check out our website for some awesome and unique basketball content!      CrownHoops.com       Part of the CrownHoops Network           Sponsored by adidas, Fanatics, and SeatGeek!     Use SeatGeek code JORDANDALY for $20 off your first purchase! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

CrownHoops Podcast: NBA Bubble Updates, First Round Playoff Preview, NBA Awards, Dame over Steph?

An NBA Podcast with Jordan Daly, Michael White, and Stacey Collier. Jordan is an experienced NBA writer featured in USA Today SMG's Celtics Wire, FanSided's Hoops Habit, Sports Illustrated, SB Nation, and Bleacher Report. He is also the founder and CEO of CrownHoops. Follow him on Twitter @JordanDalyNBA. Michael is a proud U.S. Army veteran and an editor for CrownHoops. He also Co-Hosts the "Here's the Deal" Podcast. Follow him on twitter @Mike_WhiteJr! Stacey is an editor for CrownHoops and Rare Radar. He is also a middle school teacher, basketball coach, and rapper. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crownhoops/support

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