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NBA Pulse with Sarah Kustok

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YES network's analyst for the Nets, Sarah Kustok, meets with a rotating group of respected NBA.com writers, Michael C. Wright, Shaun Powell, Mark Medina, Steve Aschburner and John Schuhmann, to discuss their most recent articles and features, as well as the top news from around the league.

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Rookie Ladder, Paul George Injury Impact, Ja Morant's Return and Willis Reed Memories 22.03.2023 15:38

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Steve Aschburner about his latest Rookie Ladder, has Jalen Williams caught up to Paolo Banchero? The latest on the Paul George injury, and the how the OKC win over the Clippers impacts the Western Conference Playoff Race. Plus the fallout from Ja Morant's expected return in Memphis tonight, and some incredible memories of the legendary Willis Reed. NBA Pulse...

Top of the East Race, Embiid Pushing for MVP, Fox is Mr. Clutch 20.03.2023 16:22

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Shuan Powell about the tight race at the top of the Eastern Conference, Joel Embiid making push for MVP, and De'Aaron Fox trying to grab the first Jerry West Clutch Player of the Year Award. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Playoff Picture, Kings Stay Hot, Grizzlies Latest, LeBron Updates, Warriors Struggles 17.03.2023 16:35

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Mark Medina about the playoff picture in the Western Conference, including the red-hot Kings, Ja Morant and Grizzlies latest news, LeBron and Lakers Updates and the Warriors struggle to stay out of the Play-In games. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brook Lopez and the Bucks Defense, Jalen Williams, and the Pistons Adjusting with Ivey Out 15.03.2023 17:30

Sarah talks with NBA.com Senior Writer Steve Aschburner about the latest news in the NBA including the Bucks' wins against the Kings and the Suns, Brook Lopez rising in the Defensive Ladder, Jalen Williams against the Nets, and the Pistons adjusting with Jaden Ivey out for Health and Safety protocols. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Power Rankings, Nuggets Slump, Sixers Rise, Plus Jokic vs Embiid for MVP 13.03.2023 18:08

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer John Schuhmann about his latest Power Rankings. Why the Nuggets slump could be a troubling sign, why the Bucks are not secure at #1, and how the Sixers can win the East. Plus, why Jokic vs Embiid is still an exciting MVP race. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Latest on Durant injury, Grizzlies Big Win over Warriors, and Kings Lighting the Beam 10.03.2023 18:14

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Shaun Powell about how the latest injury to Kevin Durant will impact the Suns title hopes, the Grizzlies spicy victory over the Warriors, why the Kings keep rising despite the doubters, and the Knicks playoff positioning. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lakers Climbing, Pau Gasol Jersey Retirement and Grizzlies Updates 08.03.2023 13:52

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Mark Medina who was at the Grizzlies vs Lakers game Tuesday night. Mark details the emotional night with insights into conversations he had with many former Lakers who were in the building. We also discuss the Lakers climbing up the Western Conference standings, and the latest news on Ja Morant and his absence from the Grizzlies. NBA Pulse is a production of...

Power Rankings, Knicks Streaking, KD and the Suns on Fire and Warriors in Trouble 06.03.2023 15:37

Sarah talks with NBA.com Senior Writer John Schuhmann about his latest NBA Power Rankings. Why the Knicks can't lose, Kevin Durant doing work on both ends for the Suns, and why the Warriors are facing their most important 5-game stretch of the season. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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...

MVP Ladder, KD's Debut, Luka and Kyrie vs Embiid, and LeBron injury Latest 03.03.2023 13:10

Sarah talks with NBA.com Senior Writer Michael C. Wright about his latest MVP Ladder, the behind the scenes of KD's debut with the Suns, the future for Luka and Kyrie and the latest on LeBron's injury and the Lakers playoff hopes. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Durant Returns, Lakers in Trouble, Knicks Surging, and Fall of the Warriors Dynasty 01.03.2023 16:37

Sarah talks with NBA.com Senior Writer Shaun Powell about Kevin Durant's return to the court tonight, the Lakers in trouble after LeBron's injury, and the surging New York Knicks. Shaun also discusses the fall of the Warriors dynasty this season. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lillard's Historic 71, Lakers Playoff Plans, Jokic MVP Case Closed and Snyder to ATL 27.02.2023 18:58

Sarah talks with NBA.com Senior Writer Mark Medina about the latest news in the league. Damian Lillard's historic 71-point game, the Lakers Playoff dreams, the Mavs issues, Jokic's MVP case, and Quin Snyder taking over in Atlanta. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Playoff Picture in the East and West, Celtics, Bucks, Sixers, Nuggets, Mavs, Suns and Lakers 24.02.2023 19:28

Sarah talks with NBA.com Senior Writer Michael C. Wright about the Post All-Star Playoff Picture in the both the Eastern and Western Conferences. As we come down the final stretch of the season, we hit on the Sixers, Celtics and Bucks in the East, and the Nuggets, Mavs, Suns and Lakers in the West. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Introducing: Maxey on the Mic 23.02.2023 1:23

A weekly show hosted by Philadelphia 76ers Guard Tyrese Maxey. Tyrese gives the listener behind the scenes access to what life in the NBA is like through a personal “Audio Diary.” The show will feature post game reactions, as well as insight into fashion, movies, practices, team dinners, video games and more. Tyrese will also speak with teammates, coaches, friends and family along the way to talk...

Giannis Injury, Nate McMillan Fired, Westbrook to Clippers, NBA Top 100 with Steve Aschburner 22.02.2023 16:23

Sarah talks with NBA.com Senior Writer Steve Aschburner about the latest news in the NBA including Nate McMillan getting fired by the Hawks, Giannis dealing with an injury, Russell Westbrook's fit with the Clippers and Pat Bev to the Bulls. We also discuss Asch's NBA Top 100 players of all-time. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

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 Philippines' Love of the Game 20.02.2023 2:55

Episode 1 debuts Tuesday Feb. 21st See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crazy All-Star Stats on Luka, Jokic, KD, Giannis, Randle and Fox with John Schuhmann 16.02.2023 19:33

Sarah talks with NBA.com Senior Writer John Schuhmann about some of the craziest stats he could dig up on this year's NBA All-Stars, including Luka Doncic, Kevin Durant, Nikola Jokic, Giannis, Domantas Sabonis, Julius Randle and De'Aaron Fox NBA Pulse is a production of IHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All-Star Dunk Contest and Rising Stars with Ryan Hollins and Steve Aschburner 15.02.2023 16:51

Sarah talks with the Host of the NBA Rookie Life podcast, Ryan Hollins and NBA.com Senior Writer Steve Aschburner about the Jordan Rising Stars as well as the AT&T Dunk Contest coming up this All-Star Weekend. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buyout Market Roundup, Westbrook's future, New Balance of Power in East and West with Shaun Powell 13.02.2023 18:21

Sarah talks with NBA.com Senior Writer Shaun Powell about the NBA buyout market players like Danny Green, Terrance Ross, Reggie Jackson and Russell Westbrook and if they can make a real impact. We also cover the new balance of power in both the East and West after the Trade Deadline moves. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trade Deadline Roundup, KD, Westbrook and Much More Reaction with Mark Medina 09.02.2023 19:39

Sarah is joined by NBA.com Senior Writer Mark Medina for a Trade Deadline Roundup Special to discuss the fallout from Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, Russell Westbrook, Clippers and more trades across the NBA. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LeBron James Breaks Scoring Record, New GOAT Perspective, Trade Deadline Latest and Rookie Ladder with Steve Aschburner 08.02.2023 18:24

Sarah is joined by NBA.com Senior Writer Steve Aschburner to talk about LeBron James breaking the All-Time Scoring Record, LeBron's new place in history, the latest Trade Deadline news, and the updates to his Rookie Ladder. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyrie Trade Impact and Possible Deadline Moves with Howard Beck and John Schuhmann 06.02.2023 17:34

Sarah is joined by Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Howard Beck and NBA.com Senior Writer John Schuhmann to discuss the impact of the reported Kyrie Irving trade on both the Mavs and the Nets, as well as the Lakers options, and other possible Trade Deadline moves. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LeBron Watch, All-Star Surprises, Trade Deadline Buyers and Sellers with Shaun Powell 03.02.2023 16:43

Sarah talks with NBA.com Senior writer Shaun Powell about LeBron chasing the scoring title, what LeBron showed in his first NBA game that informs his entire career, and why his record may never be broken. We also talk All-Star Reserves, who was a surprise and who got left out. As well as who are the Buyers and Sellers at the Trade Deadline. NBA Pulse is a production of IHeartMedia and the NBA See...

LeBron James on Brink of Scoring Title and All-Star Reserve Picks with Mark Medina 01.02.2023 19:33

Sarah talks with NBA.com Senior writer Mark Medina about LeBron James approaching Kareem's NBA scoring record and moving into 4th all-time in assists passing Mark Jackson and Steve Nash. We also get Mark's picks for All-Star reserves from both the East and West. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.