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NBA Finals File

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Robert Horry and Jabari Davis take listeners through the greatest Finals series in NBA history. Using archival audio as well as commentary and discussion, Rob and Jabari bring the audience back to the most compelling and impactful Finals, while adding historical perspective and the personal touch that only a 7-time NBA champion can bring.

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Andre Drummond on Secrets to being a Great Rebounder, Crying at the Draft, and Mental Health in the NBA 17.05.2023 58:26

Ryan talks with 4-time NBA rebounding leader, 2-time NBA All-Star Andre Drummond about the emotions he experienced on Draft Night, his secrets to being a great rebounder, and the importances of maintaining mental health in the NBA NBA Rookie Life is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Oden on getting Drafted #1, Playing against Shaq and Yao Ming 10.05.2023 37:23

Ryan talks with 2007 #1 Overall Pick Greg Oden about his emotional Draft Night as well as how difficult it was for him to face big men like Shaq and Yao Ming in the NBA. NBA Rookie Life is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Metta Sandiford-Artest on his Wild Rookie Year, Winning a Title with Kobe, and Mental Health 04.05.2023 1:00:30

Ryan talks with Metta Sandiford-Artest aka "Ron Artest" about bringing bus loads of his friends to the NBA Draft, going head-to-head with Michael Jordan in his rookie season, how he decided to join the Lakers, the Mental Health journey that let him hit the game icing shot in Game 7 of the 2010 NBA Finals, and how the future looks for Bennedict Mathurin in Indiana. NBA Rookie Life is a production o...

Vernon Maxwell on facing Jordan, Winning the Title and Jalen Green's future 26.04.2023 50:08

Ryan Hollins talks with NBA legend, Vernon "Mad Max" Maxwell about the lessons he learned from his mistakes at Florida, his matchups against Michael Jordan, hitting the game icing shot in Game 7 of the 1994 NBA Finals and what he thinks about future Rockets super-star Jalen Green. NBA Rookie Life is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mario Elie on his crazy Draft experience, Charles Barkley, Run TMC and the Kiss of Death 19.04.2023 50:58

Ryan talks with NBA Legend, Mario Elie about how he found out he was drafted, starting his career in Philly with Charles Barkley, playing with Chris Mullin and the Run TMC Warriors, and then hitting the famous "Kiss of Death" three pointer to help the Rockets beat the Suns in the Playoffs. NBA Rookie Life is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Part 2 with Antawn Jamison on March Madness, NIL and are the Kings real contenders?! 04.04.2023 27:08

Vince Carter hosting his former Tar Heel teammate Antawn Jamison breaking down March Madness, scouting the tournament and how NIL has affected the college game. Plus, Antawn on how his former coach Mike Brown has surpassed expectations coaching the Kings and how they could win the western conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Episode 6 - Born and Raised 30.03.2023 46:30

In the final episode of the series, Cassidy and Nikko are joined by PBA legend and current Assistant Coach for the NBA G League's Stockton Kings, as well as ESPN and Meadowlark's Pablo Torre, to discuss what it would mean for the first born and raised Filipino player to make it to the NBA. Thank you for listening to the series and coming with us on this journey to explore the Philippines' basketb...

Darius Miles on playing against Jordan at 16 and his Rookie Year with the Clippers 29.03.2023 59:45

Ryan talks with early 2000's Clippers legend Darius Miles about playing with and against Michael Jordan at 16 years-old, his Draft Night Drama with Quentin Richardson, catching crazy lobs before Lob City, and his favorite players from this year's rookie class. NBA Rookie Life is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Antawn Jamison on playing pickup against Michael Jordan, memories playing with Kobe & LeBron in the NBA and being roommates with Vince at UNC 23.03.2023 52:36

Vince Carter hosting his former Tar Heel teammate Antawn Jamison revealing stories from their time playing in Chapel Hill, being recruited and playing pickup with MICHAEL JORDAN! Plus, Antawn talks about his favorite memories playing with Kobe Bryant and LeBron James in the NBA and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Franz Wagner on playing with his Brother, facing KD, and Getting his Driver's License 22.03.2023 27:50

The Orlando Magic's Franz Wagner joins ten-year NBA veteran and current Analyst for the Houston Rockets, Ryan Hollins, to talk about what it's like to play on the same NBA team as his brother, the biggest challenges he's faced on the court, and how he used his first NBA paycheck. In the NBA Rookie Life film room, Ryan and Franz discuss Franz's 38 pt career high game against the Bucks. See omnystu...

Tim Thomas on Playing with Allen Iverson as a Rookie, the Greatest AAU Team Ever, and His Epic Draft Suit 15.03.2023 37:53

Ryan talks with the 7th Pick in the 1997 NBA Draft, the Pride of Patterson N.J., Tim Thomas. Tim tells Ryan about playing on what many believe to be the greatest AAU team ever assembled, the story behind his Draft Day suit, and of course behind the scenes of what it was like playing with Allen Iverson as a rookie in the NBA. NBA Rookie Life is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudi...

Sixers on the Road - Travel Stories and Snapping the Bucks Win Streak 09.03.2023 41:07

Tyrese talks about what it is like to travel as an NBA player, and tells some of his favorite stories from the road, including the flight that terrified Joel Embiid. He also goes into detail about the games on the trip with the Heat, Mavs and Bucks, including what it is like to play a back-to-back in Miami and Dallas, while still finding time to see his family and friends. Tyrese describes the imp...

Meet Tyrese - Game Reaction + Convo with Mom, Dad and Uncle Brandon 03.03.2023 45:33

Tyrese talks about how he fell in love with basketball, why he looked up to his Dad, Allen Iverson, and Dwyane Wade as a kid, and what was said in the locker room after the huge comeback win over the Grizzlies. He also addresses his reaction to moving to the Sixth Man role this season, and the mental and physical struggles of dealing with an injury. Tyrese sits down with his Mom, Dad and Uncle Br...

Episode 1 - Welcome to Paradise 21.02.2023 39:45

In 1998, while a young Cassidy Hubbarth sat next to her mother on their couch in Chicago, yelling at the TV as the Bulls went for their second three-peat, Nikko Ramos was playing at recess in Manila, eagerly waiting for updates from “recess runners” who darted between the canteen and a payphone to relay the game’s play-by-play from a cousin’s bootleg satellite. A 13-hour time difference, a hazy sa...

Introducing - Hoops Paradise: the Philippinines' Love of the Game 16.02.2023 2:55

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Jabari Smith Jr. on Draft Night, Playing Lebron, and Guarding Giannis 15.02.2023 32:57

Ten-year NBA veteran and current Analyst for the Houston Rockets, Ryan Hollins, is joined by Jabari Smith Jr., the third pick of the 2022 NBA Draft. Ryan and Jabari discuss Jabari's "welcome to the NBA" moment, his draft night, and matching up with Lebron and Giannis. Jabari Smith Jr. talks about his relationship with his father, NBA player Jabari Smith Sr., and the advice he's given him that help...

Q-Rich on Tari Eason, the Rising Stars Player Pool, and Draft Night Memories 08.02.2023 39:50

Ten-year NBA veteran and current Analyst for the Houston Rockets, Ryan Hollins, is joined by NBA vet and host of the podcast 'Knuckleheads,' Quentin Richardson. Ryan and Q-Rich discuss Tari Eason's recent performances and the players they're excited to see in the Rising Stars player pool. Q-Rich shares some of his rookie stories from draft night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

NBA Rookie Life - Walker Kessler on his Debut Double-Double, Getting Traded, and his "Welcome to the NBA" Moment 01.02.2023 40:36

Ten-year NBA veteran and current Analyst for the Houston Rockets Ryan Hollins tells the story of his draft night, standing out in team workouts, and why he's grateful he went to Charlotte. Ryan goes through some of his favorite rookie moments from this season so far, with highlights from Bennedict Mathurin and Paolo Banchero. Utah Jazz rookie Walker Kessler joins to discuss how he felt on draft ni...

Hoops & Hopes - MLK Day Schedule and Introduction to Strategies 16.01.2023 29:00

Veteran NBA analysts and sports bettors Chris Sheridan, Andy Roth and Jamieson Welsh kick things off with the pilot episode of Hoops & Hopes presented by Draft Kings. The best 3-man-weave in NBA sports betting discuss their individual approaches to NBA betting, some of the NBA awards odds as well as the NBA's MLK Day schedule. Make sure you subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so each ep...

Introducing: Hoops & Hopes 13.01.2023 1:39

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John Schuhmann on Jokic and Nuggets Rise to the Top, Giannis and Bucks Fall 02.01.2023 15:39

Monday Jan. 2nd... Sarah Kustok talks with NBA.com Senior writer John Schuhmann about his latest Power Rankings. Why Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets rise to the top spot, and how Giannis and the Bucks continue to fall down the rankings. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shaun Powell on Durant vs Tatum, LeBron's Birthday and New Year's Resolutions 30.12.2022 15:57

Friday December 30th... Sarah Kustok talks with NBA.com Senior writer Shaun Powell about the Celtics vs the Nets at the top of the East. Tatum vs Durant for MVP, Better Duo, Tatum and Brown or KD and Kyrie and Mazzula vs Vaughn for COTY. We also wish LeBron James at Happy 38th Birthday and Shaun says why he should shut it down for the season very soon. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and...

Mark Medina on Luka's case for MVP, Celtics Inside Info and Jokic Greatness 28.12.2022 15:49

Wednesday Dec. 28th... Sarah Kustok talks with NBA.com Senior writer Mark Medina about Luka Doncic, his epic performance on Tuesday night and his MVP chances. They also discuss his convo with Marcus Smart, Jayson Tatum's MVP case and what the Celtics have learned from last year's Finals. Plus a preview of Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets vs the Kings on NBATV tonight! NBA Pulse with Sarah Kustok is a...

John Schuhmann on Power Rankings, Celtics #1, Bucks Drop, Sixers and Nets Streaking 26.12.2022 15:09

Monday Dec. 26th… Sarah Kustok talks with NBA.com Senior writer John Schuhmann about his latest NBA Power Rankings. Jayson Tatum and the Celtics return to the number 1 spot, as Tatum outshines Giannis on Christmas Day. The Sixers and the Nets have both won 8 in-a-row and are moving up the rankings, and we preview the Nets - Cavs game tonight in Cleveland. NBA Pulse with Sarah Kustok is a productio...

Michael C. Wright on MVP Ladder, Giannis and Bucks up, KD and Nets up, Ja and Grizzlies down 23.12.2022 12:44

Friday Dec. 23rd… Sarah Kustok talks with NBA.com Senior writer Michael C. Wright about his latest MVP Ladder. We discuss KD’s leadership and the Nets’ defense, the Giannis vs. KD match up coming up tonight, as well as tonight’s Grizzlies vs. Suns face off with Devin Booker still out. NBA Pulse with Sarah Kustok is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...