On this episode I talk with Robel (@robeltussin) about about all things basketball. We dive into the 2020 and 21 draft classes, Heliocentric offenses and the future of its sustainability, his YouTube process and much more.

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2021 Class, Helicentric Offense, The Bubble and more with Robel

I'm joined by PD Web for part two. We dive into what makes the WCAC special, DeMatha prestige, underrated 2021 recruits both locally and nationally and finish up by picking each other's brain on 2020 draft prospects.

WCAC, DeMatha, Underrated 2021's and Puzzling Prospects with PD Web (Part 2)

In part one I'm joined by the one and only PD Web (@abovethebreak3). We start by diving into our player development and scouting philosophy and he takes us through his writing style. Then we talk about our favorite college fits for some 2021 Draft prospects and finish up by dissecting some of the top players in next year's class. Stay tuned for part two.

Philosophy, 2020 HS Fits and The 2021 Draft with PD Web (Part 1)

On this episode, Sam and Andrew join me to recap the incredible Last Dance finale. We break down the most bittersweet moment of quarantine by dishing out the JR Smith, Loyola Marymount and Linsanity awards. Talks also include DiGiorno, communication, DiCaprio and much more.

Last Dance Finale Recap with Andrew Schwartz and Sam Herbst

I'm joined by Sam Herbst directly after The Last Dance as we recap the episode. Talk includes Scottie Pippen's audacious double-down, MJ's one-of-a-kind persona, the hard-knock life of a Knicks fan and everything else in between. We also give out some unique awards to highlight our favorite moments.

The Last Dance 7 & 8 Recap with Sam Herbst

I'm joined by Sam as we dig into questions that would've been answered by the NBA playoffs. Talks surround Philly's questionable (?) future, the Rockets' innovative style and our affinity for the Thunder. Then we each give our starting five of favorite Last Dance moments/themes/quotes and finish it off with some draft talk.  *episode was recorded before Last Dance 5 and 6*

NBA What-If's, The Last Dance and Draft with Sam Herbst

On this episode, Sam rejoins the pod to talk a number of NBA topics. We go really in depth about Luka's brilliance and discuss the teams that passed on him. Then we do a re-draft of the 2017 NBA Draft (top 5 only), followed by the Eastern conference depth. Finally we end with the battle of the LA teams and talk some of our favorite League Pass watches so far. 

Luka, 2017 NBA Re-Draft, East Depth and The Battle In LA with Sam Herbst

On this episode I'm joined by my boy Nick Patton (Terps Hoops Insider) and we preview this year's college basketball season by going through each power 6 conference (plus a Memphis rant). We finish by giving our favorite national championship bets.

College Basketball Preview with Nick Patton

On this episode of Coaches Corner, I'm joined by Coach Steve Turner of Gonzaga College High School. We talk the Eagles' Championship mentality, coaching his son, turning it up in Feburary, the legend of Chris Lykes and other topics. 

Coaches Corner with Gonzaga's Steve Turner

On this episode, I'm joined by my own Head Coach, Dave Blumenthal. We discuss the biggest changes within the program since he took over, the HS live period and what to expect from this year's Bulldogs.

Coaches Corner with Churchill's Dave Blumenthal, Part II

On this episode, I sat down with DeMatha legend and current head coach, Mike Jones. We talk about his playing days as a Stag, his experiences becoming a head coach and DeMatha's "Anytime Anywhere" mentality. As well as his experiences with USA Basketball and some of the players that cost him some sleep over the years. 

Coaches Corner with DeMatha's Mike Jones

The Coaches Corner is back. I'm joined by head coach of the Paul VI Panthers, Coach Farello. We talk about their family-esque culture, how he gets his guys to buy in, their impressive 2018-19 season and what to look forward to this year. 

Coaches Corner with Paul VI's Glenn Farello, Part II

On this episode I'm joined by my boy Andrew Schwartz as talk the NBA playoffs and our New York Knicks. We break down each series with analysis and our favorite points. We go in depth about our love for James Harden and the Blazers backcourt in particular. Then, we try to tackle the impossible task of ranking the top five players in the playoffs right now. We cap it off by breaking down our priorities for the Knicks and pray the ping pong balls fall our way.

NBA Playoffs and Knicks with Andrew Schwartz (Ep. 20)

On this episode I'm joined again by Sam Herbst. We start by talking through the Magic Johnson situation, where did it start to go wrong, his worst moves, what's next for the Lakers and more. Then, we give our 3 all-nba teams along with the rest of the awards. Next, we talk about some of the more intriguing first round matcups, who we think will make it out of the east, and who is the biggest threat to the Warriors. Finally, we wrap it up with some Draft talk, by giving our top five, biggest stock risers/fallers from the month of March and who we think is overrated/underrated on other people's boards.

NBA Awards, Playoff Predictions, Magic Johnson, and Draft with Sam Herbst (Ep. 19)

On this episode I'm joined by longtime supporter, Kyle Solomon. We talk Wizards future, and where do they go with new management. All NBA teams and the argument for both Harden and Giannis for MVP. Then we each give our "First Team all things that make you mad in March" and close it out by giving our Final Four picks ATS and our favorite prop bets.

Ernie Grunfeld, All NBA, March and Final Four Picks with Kyle Solomon (Ep. 18)

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