I Really Hoop Podcast

We've brought in Kenyan basketball royalty for Episode 37! Javan and Edu are joined by the legendary Wingman, Nairobi City Thunder's absolute number one super-fan! Wingman tells us the incredible story of his fan origin—from playing alongside current Thunder star Dima for the Shauri Moyo Bucks, to the tragic accident in 2019 that ended his playing career, to officially becoming the most electric h...

The I Really Hoop Podcast takes it to the streets for Episode 36! Javan (Basketball Twin), Ethan Karis (Sports Guru), and Edu (Mini LeBron) hit the road in a special mobile episode breaking down the biggest bombshells in local Kenyan hoops and the NBA! In this episode, we dive deep into the massive breaking scandal rocking the NBA: the Los Angeles Clippers being stripped of FIVE first-round picks...

The I Really Hoop Podcast goes LIVE for the first time ever! The crew, Javan, Presley, Ethan, and Conrad, set up a live pop-up broadcast at the Daystar University P.A.C Court Foyer in partnership with Shine FM 99.9 for Daystar Media Week 2026! We kick things off by debating LeBron James entering his 25th NBA season at 41 years old and taking the GOAT debate straight to the live campus crowd! From...

Nderitu Commonwealth Games 3x3 Hoops Debate! LeBron to Sixers & Bush Wamukota Posterized | Ep. 34 The I Really Hoop Podcast crew is back! Javan, Presley, Ethan, and Conrad gather in full force for Episode 34 to break down a wild week in Kenyan basketball, WNBA updates, and massive NBA off-season storylines! In this episode, Javan addresses the heated WhatsApp fan-group debate with Dennis Nderi...

Is the GOAT Debate Unfair? Kawhi Trade Paused & Adam Silver Pressures LeBron On The Schedule | Ep. 33 The I Really Hoop Podcast is back at the OG Kilimani studio with Javan and Edu (Mini LeBron) for Episode 33! 🎙️🏀 In this episode, we dive into the wild NBA off-season news, starting with Adam Silver publicly pressuring LeBron James to make a free agency decision so the league can finalize the...

The I Really Hoop Podcast crew is back in full force live from the Daystar University Shine FM 99.9 studios for Episode 32! Javan, Edu (Mini LeBron), Ethan, Presley, and Conrad gather to break down an action-packed week across Kenyan hoops, WNBA updates, and wild NBA off-season storylines. In this episode, we tackle the major crisis in Kenyan basketball: referees going on strike over 760K+ KES in...

The I Really Hoop Podcast is back, live from the Daystar University Shine FM 99.9 studios for an absolute banger of an episode! 🎙️🏀 In Episode 31, Presley takes the reins to intro the show for the very first time as Javan and Ethan get caught up in traffic, but once the full crew assembles, the banter hits an all-time high! We kick things off with the massive WNBA controversy: is Angel Reese bein...

The I Really Hoop Podcast hits a massive milestone as we broadcast live from the Daystar University Shine FM 99.9 studios for the big Episode 30! 🥳🔥 In this episode, Javan is finally reunited in the studio with main co-host Edu (Mini LeBron) for his first time at the Shine FM location! Alongside Presley, Ethan, and Conrad, the full crew is assembled to break down what is turning out to be the ab...

The I Really Hoop Podcast is back broadcasting live from the Daystar University Shine FM 99.9 studios! 🔥🏀 Every Wednesday from 2.00PM to 3.30PM In Episode 29, Javan, Presley, and Ethan welcome their very first in-studio guest: David Alakaza, the undisputed MVP of the Daystar Falcons basketball team! We dive into David’s incredible journey from playing football in Burundi to picking up basketball...

The I Really Hoop Podcast continues its exciting new chapter at Shine FM 99.9! 🔥🏀Episode 28 introduces a new voice to the show as Ethan joins Javan and Presley for another basketball-filled discussion covering the biggest stories from the NBA and Kenyan basketball. We react to the New York Knicks' historic 2026 NBA Championship victory after defeating Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Sp...

The New York Knicks are NBA Champions! 🏆🗽 In Episode 27 of the I Really Hoop Podcast, host Javan Ekhalie reacts to the conclusion of the 2026 NBA Finals as the New York Knicks defeat the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 to capture their first NBA Championship in 53 years. Javan breaks down what went wrong for the Spurs, discusses Jalen Brunson's Finals MVP performance, OG Anunoby's impact thr...

The I Really Hoop Podcast enters a NEW ERA! 🔥🏀 Episode 26 marks our first episode from Shine FM 99.9 ( https://radio.garden/listen/shine-fm-99-9/9LfEdLvD or https://shinefm.daystar.ac.ke ) at Daystar University, featuring new co-hosts Presley, Ashley (Finally our first female co-host!), and Conrad as we break down everything happening in basketball. We discuss the 2026 NBA Finals between the San...

The I Really Hoop Podcast is back! In Episode 25, hosts Javan (Basketball Twin) and Edu (Mini-Lebron) break down the biggest stories in basketball from Kenya, Africa, and around the world. STARTING WITH THE 2026 NBA 2026 BETWEEN the San Antonio Spurs vs the New Yourk Knicks! We also talk about the NBA Playoffsonference Finals reactions, NBA Awards, Steph Curry's new deal, AI referees, the NBA...

Welcome back! It's Episode 24 of the I Really Hoop Podcast, and we have returning guest and renowned Kenyan basketball analyst, Nderitu, joining Javan! Our Kobe episode is blessed by the Mamba mentality. In this episode, we deeply break down Nairobi City Thunder’s heavily anticipated run in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) Season 6. Nderitu doesn't hold back, analyzing their 2-3 record,...

Welcome back It's been a while since its been just Javan and Edu! In Episode 23 of the I Really Hoop Podcast, we have in-depth discussion on both Kenyan and global basketball topics. Our Jordan episode! In this episode, we break down Nairobi City Thunder’s performance and preparation in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) Season 6, analyzing their roster, level of competition, and whether they...

Welcome back! In Episode 22 of the I Really Hoop Podcast, Javan is joined once again by Top Kenyan basketball analyst and reporter, Nderitu (NBA Kenya) for a deep and honest conversation about the current state of basketball in Kenya. Chapters 00:00 Intro Song ("BASELINE" prod. by Haven Music) 00:14 Welcome back! 00:21 No. 1 Kenyan Basketball Podcast (Ask Google, ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.) 0...

In Episode 21, we sit down with Dennis Nderitu, founder of NBA Kenya, basketball analyst, reporter, and one of the most outspoken voices in Kenyan basketball media. This is one of the most honest and unfiltered conversations we have had on the platform. The episode explores standards, transparency, governance, and the future of basketball journalism in Kenya. Episode Chapters: 00:00 Episode 20 Kic...

This is a very special episode of the I Really Hoop Podcast . In Episode 21, we sit down with Kenyan basketball veteran Ariel Okal Koranga , widely known as The Doctor and The Journeyman . A 22-season professional, former Kenya national basketball team (Kenya Morans) icon , and current leader at Nairobi City Thunder , Ariel shares an extraordinary career that has spanned continents, championships,...

Welcome to the 19th episode of the I Really Hoop Podcast. In this episode, we break down the biggest basketball conversations shaping the NBA, African basketball, and the global game. From viral on-court moments and trade deadline speculation to All-Star Weekend changes and the rapid rise of basketball in Kenya and across Africa, this episode delivers analysis, debate, and context. Topics Discusse...

Welcome back to the I Really Hoop Podcast, Kenya’s number one basketball podcast, as we officially kick off 2026 with high-energy NBA discussions and bold opinions. -------------------------------------------------- In this episode, we break down some of the biggest talking points early in the NBA year. Topics discussed include: Ja Morant’s Future in Memphis An in-depth conversation on Ja Morant’s...

Welcome back to I Really Hoop Podcast! In Episode 17, we’re bringing you the latest from the NBA, the FBA, and basketball developments across Kenya and Africa. From jaw-dropping league drama to incredible local achievements, this episode has it all! In this episode, we discuss: 🏀 Ja Morant’s on-court controversies and clashes 🏀 Zach LaVine fan interactions and league accountability 🏀 Pistons’ s...

In this landmark 16th episode of The I Really Hoop Podcast, Javan and co-host Edu welcome their first-ever guest, the exceptional Derrick Ogechi — Nairobi City Thunder guard, Kenya National Basketball Team (Kenya Morans) player, and one of the most accomplished Kenyan-American athletes representing the nation today. Derrick walks us through his basketball journey from growing up in Minnesota, begi...

Welcome back to The I Really Hoop Podcast, Javan (Basketball Twin) alongside Edu (Mini LeBron), bringing you Episode 15 of our rapidly growing basketball show. Thank you to all our viewers for helping us cross 104 subscribers—your support continues to push this platform forward. In this episode, we break down the opening week of the 2025–26 NBA season, which has already delivered some of the most...

In this 14th episode of The I Really Hoop Podcast, Javan and Edu deliver one of their most dynamic and wide-ranging basketball discussions yet — from the WNBA Finals to LeBron James’ viral “retirement” ad, and all the way to Kenya’s own National Basketball League. The conversation kicks off with a powerful look at the WNBA Finals, celebrating A’ja Wilson’s historic dominance and the continued rise...

Welcome back to the I Really Hoop Podcast, the No.1 basketball podcast in Kenya, hosted by Javan (Basketball Twin) and Edu (Mini LeBron). Episode 13 is packed with high-level basketball talk, laughs, hot takes, and in-depth analysis of everything happening around the NBA and beyond. -------------------------------------------------- In this episode, we break down the following topics: Kawhi Leonar...