Point Forward with Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner

Join Andre and Evan on their second installment of the Courts and Culture Travel Guide brought to you by Hennessy, as they dive into the world of international travel, sharing their firsthand experiences and the profound impact it's had on their lives. In this international focused episode, they discuss their very first trips abroad to their favorite destinations like Italy, Spain, and Nigeria. Le...

This week on Point Forward Podcast, Ohio State icon and current broadcaster Clark Kellogg sits down with Andre and Evan to his journey from the court to the commentary box. Kellogg dives deep into the evolving landscape of college basketball, covering the impact of the transfer portal, athlete compensation, and the crucial role of education and accountability. Tune in to hear Kellogg's insights on...

Join Andre and Evan on a journey through their favorite NBA cities as they share personal stories about team travel, detailing their favorite restaurants and shops in Miami, Chicago, New York and more. The duo discuss seeing the evolution of cities like Toronto and Boston first hand, and how NBA cities serve as a perfect blend of leisure, networking, and business. Learn about the unique opportunit...

In this episode of Point Forward, Andre and Evan welcome Seattle native Jamal Crawford, a player renowned for his unique on-court flair. Jamal opens up about his early days, the challenges he faced, including injuries and competition, and how his distinctive playing style and mental toughness propelled him from a quiet observer to a prominent leader in the league. The conversation explores the cru...

Andre and Evan welcome Jess Sims from Peloton, sharing her inspiring journey from teaching to fitness stardom, all while emphasizing the power of authenticity and seizing opportunities. Jess delves into personal challenges, her approach to mental well-being, and the transformative power of self-care on her path to success. This heartfelt conversation promises to motivate and uplift, showcasing how...

Join Evan and Andre on this week’s episode of Point Forward, where Malik Mack shares stories about his transformative journey at Harvard, tackling stereotypes, balancing the rigor of academics with athletics, and his ambitious plans to empower his community through education. Evan and Andre dive into the significance of legacy in the world of sports, the evolving "face of the NBA," Kyrie’s desire...

Join Andre, Evan and their special guest Megan Rapinoe for a compelling live discussion from the Vox Stage at SXSW in Austin, Texas. Megan opens up about her path to becoming an iconic figure in sports and activism, emphasizing the importance of using her voice for change. She dives into the challenges and triumphs of advocating for social issues, the exhilarating journey to championship wins, and...

In this week's edition of Point Forward, join Andre and Evan as they dive into the heart of sports and business controversies. They kick off the discussion with a potentially game-changing NBA TV deal, explore the NCAA's innovative in-season tournament and the impact of NIL deals, and offer insights into NCAA Men's Basketball tournament futures. The episode takes an intriguing turn as they tackle...

Join Andre and Evan as they sit down with the electrifying Spice Adams on this week’s episode of Point Forward. Spice shares stories about his transition from the league to comedy and his lifelong passion for entertaining others. Adams reflects on his football career, his official retirement moment at a local White Castle, and the impact of playing for multiple NFL teams.  Dre and Evan also explor...

Andre and Evan sit down with the incomparable Shaun Livingston, exploring his journey from Illinois to the bright lights of the NBA. During the episode, Shaun opens up about the pivotal moments that defined his career, from the decision to bypass college and enter the NBA draft, to the gut-wrenching injury and subsequent rehabilitation. The conversation also delves into Shaun's journey of bouncing...

Cathie Wood is the founder of ARK Invest, an American investment management firm estimated to be worth around $60 billion. We sat down with her this February to talk the idea of "ARK Invest" came to her, getting to this point of success, and being a true disruptor in the space. ...Not to mention how an athlete's ability to assess risk with the matter of seconds makes them a great fit for the world...

Kevin Huerter joins the show to talk Sacramento Kings and his growth throughout the NBA. Before we dive in with Mr. Red Velvet himself, we're taking a hard look around the league to see who is primed for NBA Playoffs (the Celtics) and whose seeding is up in the air (every team in the West). Follow Point Forward on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube. Part of SB Nation and the Vox Media Podcast...

In today's Point Forward Friday Business drop, we wanted to continue to elaborate on where the G league has come and where it can potentially go. After another Rising Stars Challenge featured a top-tier showdown, doors continue to open for the G-League's possibilities. Then we continue to talk GROWTH as we sit down with hosts, Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings, of the Earn Your Leisure Podcast on sit...

The one and only Rasheed Wallace joins Andre and Evan for a wild conversation around his time in the NBA, facing the Lakers, and influencing the next generation of talent today. But before we break bread with one of the game's most notorious big men, we just had to give our take on the NBA All-Star Weekend. We're talking everything from what the hell happened to the dunk contest, the brilliance of...

In 2026 North America is set to host the prestigious World Cup matches across 3 countries, 16 cities. You know what the means? MONEY. Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner break down the insane numbers behind ensuring every city meets FIFA requirements to host the games. Lastly, we sit down with a fellow World Cup athlete herself, Danielle Slaton. We dive into the evolution of the women's game here in th...

The legendary Ken Griffey Jr. joins the show as we debate GOAT all episode long: Patrick Mahomes, Dunk Contest, and the history of Black Excellence in the NBA. One of the most influential athletes of all time, Ken Griffey Jr., talks to us about how his training, work ethic, and swagger led him to shift the entire culture of baseball. Heading into the interview, you know we HAD to talk Super Bowl....

Joakim Noah joins Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner to *finally* break bread after such outstanding careers. We recap some of the greatest moments, lowest moments, and every emotion in between. Yet despite all three players being retired, the work on the court doesn't finish as Joakim Noah puts down his foot on who he's rooting for come the Paris Olympics. Before we get the chance to sit down with th...

Ernie Johnson joins hosts Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner to talk the landscape of basketball today and how, despite multiple battles with cancer, Ernie continues to overcome and change the game. But before we dive in with one of the G.O.A.Ts, we HAVE to talk Super Bowl odds - more specifically Andre's Niners! Then, you know Evan had to break down Luka's 73-point game which of course called for a s...

This Wednesday, we sit down with the one and only fashion designer and Chicago native, Joe Freshgoods, sits down to talk about his permanent influence on the culture. JFG spills his secrets on coming up with no co-signs to seal his legacy as one of the greatest multi-hyphenate creatives in this generation. Prior to learning from the genius, we reflect on Dejan Milojević's legacy, the looming NBA T...

Today, hosts Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner are talking about their favorite topic with someone who knows it best, Dean Athanasia, the President of Regional Banking at Bank of America. Dean has been on the forefront of some of the biggest business moves that have kept Bank of America ahead of the industry - from digital banking to building genuine communities with their customers. And one of his b...

Hosts Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner sit down with their friend from their time in Philly, Nikola Vucevic, as they revisit playing for the Sixers and talk Nikola’s evolution as a big man in the ever-changing game of basketball.  And before we break down Nikola’s rise to respect in the NBA, we HAD to discuss some potentially historic odds for the Boston Celtics who have the potential to have a whol...

The Point Forward the Podcast with Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner is expanding to a two-drop week in order to provide you with what we love on the court, with what we love *off of the court. We're talking business, culture, and more. Joining us this week, is none other than the Bay's finest, LaRussell. The talented disciplinary artist has built a following from trusting instinct and authenticity -...

To kick the year off properly, we had to go big on big for the one and only Trae Young! The young bull has been carving a lane for himself since his Norman North High School days in Oklahoma. He sat down to talk about his father's influence, a new wave of points guards, and Quin Snyder's already large impact on the Hawks. But before diving in, we had to answer the question: What exactly is going o...

Hosts Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner sit down to reflect on a wild year back when Andre was still on the court, to the NBPA Acting Executive Director. The guys talked everything from the All-Star Weekend interview with Damian Lillard to addressing the backlash they've received on some of their commentary. We left no crumbs! Enjoy this episode as next week we will be taking a break to re-coop and b...

THE Jonathan Clay Redick joins us this week on Point Forward. Even while retired from the game, JJ Redick still continues to be one of the most prominent voices on the hardwood and in media as he was one of the first athletes to build his own platform that is still so beloved to this day. A true father and coach, he hands out gem after gem on the story of his success and what’s next.  And just bef...