On today’s episode, we spoke with Ryan Blackburn (@NBABlackburn) of the Denver Stiffs. In our chat with Ryan, we cover how the team has handled bringing back fans to Ball Arena, Nikola Jokic’s MVP case, and how he thinks the Nuggets will do in the playoffs. This was definitely a fun one, talking about the League Pass darling and a personal favourite of my own. So without further ado, here’s our conversation with Ryan.

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Ep. 151 - Ryan Blackburn of the Denver Stiffs

On this week's episode of the Hoops Corner, we look at the social media craze that hit the NBA world. We deep dive (pun-fully intended) into Paul Pierce's wild weekend plans and this fake "beef" between KD and Michael Rappaport, who we will now refer to as Cupcake. Then we take a look at the Jru Holiday extension, surging Mavericks, and LeBron's upcoming Space Jam 2 Rappaport and Pierce (4:05) How do the Bucks look with the Holiday extension? (12:30) Mavs hot streak (22:00) Space Jam 2 (32:00) Stats Corner (35:45) 

Ep. 150 - Social media extravaganza

This week on the podcast, we brought back friend of the show and New York native Darrell Wonge (@DoNoWonge). We talk to Darrell about his lifelong love for the Knicks and the new rivalry in New York with the star-studded Nets. We got into it with Darrell about his international playing career, some wild stories about babies and sweet breads, and his Mount Rushmore of players.

Ep. 149 - Darrell Wonge

On this week's episode, the guys take a look back at the players that got bought out of their contracts and where they ended up. We take a close look at how the Nets will do going managing all these personalities, the race in the West from top to bottom, and hit a big stats corner! Norman Powell says goodbye to the Raptors (1:00) Buyout players (3:45) Western conference rundown (17:30) Stats Corner (32:30)

Ep. 148 - Buyout Superteams

On today's episode, we interviewed Phil Doucet (@TheReelPhilD) of The First Mint (@TheFirstMint). We talked to Phil about everything related to NBA Top Shot, from his son getting in on it before him, where he thinks Top Shot will go in the future, and how he thinks other sports will integrate NFTs. 

Ep. 147 - Interview with Phil Doucet

Trade deadline is here! We take a look at every trade that happened on March 25th and the deals that didn't get done including Kyle Lowry, Andre Drummond, and LaMarcus Aldridge. We take a closer look at the Orlando Magic completely destroying their team, the Nuggets and Bulls leveling up, and the value of veteran players like JJ Redick.

Ep. 146 - Trade deadline and why did Boston trade Theis

On today's episode of the podcast, we talk to Wesley Robinson (@WesleyXRobinson), the Charlotte Hornets social media coordinator. Wesley’s appreciation for the franchise goes way beyond being a regular employee, his fandom goes back to his childhood watching Hornets legends like Larry Johnson. Today, he’s fulfilled one of his dreams and is working for his favourite organization. Join us for our conversation with Wesley, where we discuss his entry into the basketball world, how covering the team has changed with the team’s successful year, and his highlights covering the All-Star game in 2019.

Ep. 145 - Interview with Wesley Robinson

The guys are back this week to talk about all things in the Eastern Conference! Josh, Peter, and Raj look at Philadelphia's first seed with the injury to Joel Embiid, and then move on to the Triple H of the conference; Heat, Hornets, and Hawks! Finished off with battles of Texas and Stats Corner! Embiid injury (hyperextended knee, expected to miss 2-3 weeks) (2:40) TRIPLE H: Heat, Hornets, and Hawks hot streak (10:40) Mavs and Spurs talk (29:00) Stats Corner (37:30)  

Ep. 144 - Triple H in the East

The NBA managed to survive the All-Star break and the guys survived watching what seemed like a night that would never end. Josh, Peter, and Raj are back to talk about the Blake Griffin move to the Brooklyn Nets and specific teams they're looking at in the 2nd half of the season! What do teams like Boston and Denver need to elevate themselves to the next level? Blake Griffin to the Brooklyn Nets (3:45) What do the Celtics need? (16:15) Can the Nuggets make the leap to title contender? (20:45) Western conference playoff race starring Zion Williamson (31:00) Stats Corner (38:45) 

Ep. 143 - Second half predictions

On today's episode, the guys talk about Lloyd Pierce's dismissal from the Atlanta Hawks organization and Nate McMillan's challenges with the young team for the rest of the year. We looked at potential trade destinations for John Collins and Houston Rockets G Victor Oladipo. To top it off, we made our selections for each of the All-Star festivities and the guys take on their own version of the draft! Atlanta Hawks firing Lloyd Pierce (3:25) Victor Oladipo trade destinations (22:30) All Star festivities picks (30:50) All-Star draft (40:36) Stats Corner (52:50) Instagram: @hoopscornerpod Twitter: @hoopscornerpod

Ep. 142 - Lloyd Pierce fired and All-Star draft

Josh, Peter, and Rajan take a look at the current state of the NBA Top Shot market, and look at whether there's any real value behind them. With such a new concept in the world, the NBA is leading the way with more innovation! The guy's then take a look at the Timberwolves coaching change and then select their own choices for the All-Star reserves! Top Shot (2:55) Timberwolves coaching (6:30) All Star reserves (18:30) All-Star snubs (38:30) Instagram: @hoopscornerpod Twitter: @hoopscornerpod

Ep. 141 - NBA Top Shot and our All-Star reserves

On today's episode, the guys take a look at the Andre Drummond and Blake Griffin trade rumors and possibilities around the league. We then introduce our new segment, worried or waiting!   All-Star game discussions (1:30)Andre Drummond trade scenarios (3:40)How the mighty Blake Griffin has fallen (15:35)Waiting on the Boston Celtics (23:40)Really worried about the Dallas Mavericks (34:00)Waiting on Miami Heat (43:00)New York Knicks predictions (51:30)

Ep. 140 - Andre Drummond and Blake Griffin trade rumors

On today's episode, the guys welcome on Toronto-based sneaker enthusiast Sean Go. Most commonly known for his sneaker reviews on YouTube and his killer Instagram feed, Sean talks to the guys about some of his favourite sneakers and  the best player signature lines. We then go deep into the NBA talk to take a look at the league pushing the All-Star game in Atlanta and the Raptors' recent trade rumors for Andre Drummond! Make sure you check out Sean's Instagram at @Sgo8 and YouTube page at Sean Go.  Meet Sean Go (1:00) All-Star Game pushing ahead (12:50) Raptors trade rumors (23:45) Rapid Fire (38:00) Instagram: @hoopscornerpod Twitter: @hoopscornerpod  

Ep. 139 - Interview with Special Guest Sean Go

We're about 25% into the season and now is the time we can begin to speculate about this year's awards leaders. The guys take a deep look at the Nuggets and their center Nikola Jokic who is averaging MVP-caliber numbers, but does that mean that he can overtake the likes of Joel Embiid or LeBron James? Then they take a close look at the struggling Dallas Mavericks. In honor of Gamestop's skyrocketing stocks last week, we introduce a new segment called Buy or Sell! LeBron vs. Courtside Karen (0:00) Jokic for MVP (3:45) Struggling Mavericks (24:35) Buy or Sell (35:30)   Instagram: @hoopscornerpod Twitter: @hoopscornerpod

Ep. 138 - Can Jokic be MVP?

Note, we recorded this on the evening of January 26, the one year anniversary of Kobe Bryant's death. Peter, Josh, and Rajan each take a moment and recall their favourite #MambaMoments over the years from crazy dunks to the 81 point game. We then take a deep dive into the Utah Jazz's dominant play, possible trade destinations for Lonzo Ball, and take a deeper look into how Miami will fair this year! - Favourite Kobe Bryant moments (2:45) - Shaq’s awkward Donovan Mitchell criticism (9:30) - Is Utah a real title contender this year (18:00) - Possible landing spots for Lonzo Ball and J.J. Redick (27:45) - Is Miami better or worse than last year (39:00) - Stats Corner (44:00)

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