Hoops & Huddle

Maliika Walker & Edwin Garcia discuss the WNBA Playoffs Semi-Finals, highlighting the New York Liberty’s series win over the Las Vegas Aces, emphasizing the impact of Sabrina Ionescu & Leonie Fiebich. They also discuss the Connecticut Sun vs. Minnesota Lynx series. Edwin shares his ballot for WNBA awards (MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Most Improv...

This episode discusses the "greatest what if" in basketball history, Len Bias, a promising college basketball player who tragically died from a cocaine overdose before entering the NBA. Mark Edwards, Basketball Skill Developer for all levels of basketball (youth, college NBA/pro), stops by to discuss Bias, a 6'8" forward from Maryland, who showed significant improvement each year, averaging 15, 19...

In this episode, Maliika has a conversation with basketball historian Jason Levin about the history of the American Basketball Association (ABA), focusing on the book "Loose Balls" by Terry Pluto and the upcoming documentary "Soul Power." They discuss the ABA's founding in 1967, its financial struggles, and the eventual merger with the NBA in 1976. Key points include the impact of the ABA on baske...

We have reached the WNBA Olympic break, so we brought Winsidr's Jasmine Harper to discuss the season. Jasmine and Maliika discussed the WNBA All-Star Game and its competitive nature. We also analyzed the current WNBA season, discussing team dynamics and player chemistry. We also discussed the rookie-year performances of Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese.

Hoops & Huddle ReWinds back to one of the greatest sports rivalries of all time. Celtics fan Justin Paden joins Maliika Walker to discuss the classic ESPN 30 for 30, Celtics/Lakers: Best of Enemies. We discuss Red Auerbach, the Celtics of the 1960s, Jerry West, the Lakers' 1960s losses, Wilt Chamberlain, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird. Sports rivalries in pro basketball do not seem to resonate...

Hoops & Huddle returns with Season 2. Maliika Walker is joined by Edwin Garcia, Lead Writer (Silver Screen & Roll)-Los Angeles Lakers. Writer (Swish Appeal)-Los Angeles Sparks, and lifelong Los Angeles Sparks fan Robyn Jordan. Robyn is the Community Manager for Black Nerds Create Podcast and loves women's basketball. Maliika, Edwin, and Robyn discuss Candace Parker's retirement, project th...

On the latest episode of Hoops & Huddle, Maliika Walker got to speak with author Alex Squadron about his new book, Life in the G. Alex documented the 2020-21 season for the Birmingham Squadron. Alex gives you the skinny of what life is truly like for players grinding in the G-League. Be sure to check out a new season of the NBA G-League when it kicks off Friday, November 10.

We got a chance to huddle with die-hard New Orleans Pelicans fan, Rel Myers (relmyers) on the season preview. We discussed the return of Zion Williamson & Brandon Ingram , Trey Murphy’s injury, what position she would upgrade, and whether Anthony Davis jersey should be retired. Buckle up!

On the latest Hoops & Huddle Podcast episode, Maliika chops it up with Alex of Hawks Fan TV (@hawksfantv) to discuss the season preview for the Atlanta Hawks. We discuss the excitement around new coach Quinn Snyder (hired late last season), trade of John Collins, Trae Young & the Atlanta Hawks rotation this season. In our ReWind segment, we discuss Hawks Fans TV's favorite Atlanta Hawks se...

We preview the Miami Heat season in this episode of Hoops & Huddle. Sha-Vaughn B (@siobhanbeslow) of Miami Heat Beat Pod on Twitch & JF Cake (@Cak3Boss), who is Miami Heat content creator for HoopSpaces. We discuss thoughts on why the Damian Lillard trade has yet to happen, the impact of Damian Lillard's contract on the second apron, the Miami Heat's current roster, the Heat's development...

In this episode, we preview the upcoming season of the Houston Rockets with E. K. Johnson (CoalitionHoops). Some of the topics we discuss include Ime Udoka & James Harden (5:37), Udoka relationship with the front office (9:50), thoughts on Fred Van Vleet & Dillon Brooks (13:17), projected record in the press (24:18), in-season thoughts (27:32), Amen Thompson (33:03), Thoughts on ownership...

The NFL Season just kicked off, and we decided to talk with fantasy football expert Nat the GM (ReesRebel) to review each NFL team. Time rundown NFC East (.55), NFC North (9.40), NFC South (16.22), NFC West (22.41), Too early NFC Conference Championship & Super Bowl pick (31.03)

The NFL Season just kicked off, and we decided to talk with fantasy football expert Nat the GM (ReesRebel), to review each NFL team. This episode takes a look at the AFC. This episode was recorded below Aaron Rodgers season-ending injury.

In this week's episode, we speak with Shawn (with a W) (@shawnwithaW_), of Knicks Film School, about the New York Knicks off-season, including Josh Hart's contract, Knicks fan's relationship with Julius Randle, Jalen Brunson's impact on the franchise, his feelings on Coach Tome Thibodeau and the Knicks front office. How many wins does he estimate the Knicks win next season? In our ReWind segment,...

This week, Dime Dropper (@dimedropperpod) joins us as we discuss his beloved Los Angeles Clippers. How does he feel about Steve Balmer as an owner? Should Clipper fans be excited about the upcoming season? Is the roster currently built to compete in the West with a reasonably healthy Kawhi Leonard & Paul George? In our ReWind segment, which year is Dime Dropper's favorite team of all time?

In this weeks episode, Maliika & Brannan take a close look at the new NBA CBA. What are some of the benefits to players? What are some of the things that can hurt players? We discuss in this bonus episode.

This week we are joined by Boston Celtics fans Nat the GM (reesrebel31) & Justin Paden (JPFranchise57) as we discuss the off-season for the Celtics so far. How do they feel about Jaylen Brown's new $304M contract extension? Has Brad Stevens lived up to expectations as GM so far? What are their feelings about the Boston Celtics head coach, Joe Mazzulla? Listen to our conversation to find out!

This week we dive into the Toronto Raptors Off-Season with Nelly J & Faheem of the Good Rookies Podcast. How do @Nelley_J & @faheem4thewin feel about Masai Ujiri? Will Raptor fans miss Fred VanVleet? Is Pascal Siakam the #1 option? What do they think about the new coach? Hit play and find out!

This week we kick it with Bibs (@bibscorner) of the Mavs Outsiders Podcast. We have an open conversation about:Mark CubanKyrie Irving locked in a few more seasonsGrant Williams signingCoach Jason Kiddand the roster going into next season

The Golden State Warriors Big 3 (Stephen Curry, Klay Thomson, and Draymond Green) are 4-time champions. What is in store for them this off-season? We spoke with @giftedxhoops about the Warriors' GM change, the Jordan Poole for Chris Paul trade, and what's in store for the Warriors before the season kicks off.

We kick off our NBA off-season series with the Brooklyn Nets . @netskingdomaj, @saintnet1, and @jfrombk join this week's pod to discuss the Nets off-season. We chat about Joe & Clara Tsai, Sean Marks , additions to our coaching staff , and our hopes for next season.

@subriawhitaker is a women's sports advocate & founder of Grow the Game, an initiative to increase awareness, attendance, engagement, and involvement in women's sports. This episode discusses WNBA marketing, expansion, and the season.

We are joined by @talkswithtj this episode as we discuss the AIR movie and sneaker culture. We discuss Michael Jordan's impact on Nike and the significance of his percentage of revenue deal on the sneaker industry. Other sneaker culture topics are discussed including TJ's top 5 sneaker releases of all time.

Matthew Maurer (@TheDraftReview) & @EvanTownsend_ (Project Spurs) join us to talk about the upcoming NBA Draft. We all know the Spurs are taking Victor Wembanyama but what about after the #1 pick? The draft starts at #2. Who are the draft sleepers?

The 27th WNBA Season has begun! Check out our conversation with Jasmine Harper of Winsidr as we discuss some of the top teams to watch this season.