Ball Hogs

The NBA’s first awards show just finished, and the 31st episode of Ball Hogs focuses on the event and its winners. Aside from the awards show, the offseason has also been eventful (to say the least), and Mo, Aaron, and Jinno talk about the biggest name attached to trade rumors: Indiana’s Paul George. PG-13 has … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 31

The NBA’s first awards show just finished, and the 31st episode of Ball Hogs focuses on the event and its winners. Aside from the awards show, the offseason has also been eventful (to say the least), and Mo, Aaron, and Jinno talk about the biggest name attached to trade rumors: Indiana’s Paul George. PG-13 has … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 31

They say that basketball is a year-long sport, and recent events in the NBA have proven that to be true: Barely a week has passed after the Finals, and yet teams are already busy wheeling and dealing in preparation for next season. From trade rumors, to players’ activities on social media, to #Wojbombs, the offseason … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 30

They say that basketball is a year-long sport, and recent events in the NBA have proven that to be true: Barely a week has passed after the Finals, and yet teams are already busy wheeling and dealing in preparation for next season. From trade rumors, to players’ activities on social media, to #Wojbombs, the offseason … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 30

The Golden State Warriors finally got their redemption against the Cleveland Cavaliers after defeating them in Game 5 of the 2017 NBA Finals to win the title. PBA sportscaster Magoo Marjon joins Mo and Jinno as guest co-host for the 29th Episode of Ball Hogs, which focuses on the Warriors’ Game 5 victory over the … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 29

The Golden State Warriors finally got their redemption against the Cleveland Cavaliers after defeating them in Game 5 of the 2017 NBA Finals to win the title. PBA sportscaster Magoo Marjon joins Mo and Jinno as guest co-host for the 29th Episode of Ball Hogs, which focuses on the Warriors’ Game 5 victory over the … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 29

The Cleveland Cavaliers roared back into the 2017 NBA Finals thanks to a stunning lopsided victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 4. Ball Hogs returns with another episode that focuses on the defending champions’ record-setting night that cut Golden State’s series lead down to 3-1. Coach and analyst Charles Tiu once again joins … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 28

The Cleveland Cavaliers roared back into the 2017 NBA Finals thanks to a stunning lopsided victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 4. Ball Hogs returns with another episode that focuses on the defending champions’ record-setting night that cut Golden State’s series lead down to 3-1. Coach and analyst Charles Tiu once again joins … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 28

Three games into the highly-anticipated NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Warriors remain undefeated. They seem to have taken the Cavaliers’ best punches, especially in Game 3, but are somehow still standing. The 27th episode of Ball Hogs once again focuses on the NBA Finals and its protagonists. … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 27

Three games into the highly-anticipated NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Warriors remain undefeated. They seem to have taken the Cavaliers’ best punches, especially in Game 3, but are somehow still standing. The 27th episode of Ball Hogs once again focuses on the NBA Finals and its protagonists. … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 27

For the third straight year, the Cleveland Cavaliers will be meeting the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals in a highly-anticipated clash between the champions of the last two years. The 26th episode of Ball Hogs focuses exclusively on the Finals, which starts this Friday, June 2, and its protagonists. Aaron, Mo, and Jinno … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 26

For the third straight year, the Cleveland Cavaliers will be meeting the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals in a highly-anticipated clash between the champions of the last two years. The 26th episode of Ball Hogs focuses exclusively on the Finals, which starts this Friday, June 2, and its protagonists. Aaron, Mo, and Jinno … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 26

The Conference Finals are winding down, and the inevitable Warriors-Cavaliers Finals meeting looms near. In the 25th episode of Ball Hogs, Aaron, Mo, and Jinno talk about Golden State, who are unbeaten in the playoffs so far. They also discuss the team that they recently eliminated, the San Antonio Spurs, and the offseason moves that … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 25

The Conference Finals are winding down, and the inevitable Warriors-Cavaliers Finals meeting looms near. In the 25th episode of Ball Hogs, Aaron, Mo, and Jinno talk about Golden State, who are unbeaten in the playoffs so far. They also discuss the team that they recently eliminated, the San Antonio Spurs, and the offseason moves that … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 25

And then there were four. The Warriors, Spurs, Celtics, and Cavaliers are the last teams standing in the NBA Playoffs, and the 24th episode of Ball Hogs focuses on the Western and Eastern Conference Finals. Mo, Aaron, and Jinno also discuss the results of the 2017 Draft Lottery, and the possible moves that the Celtics … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 24

And then there were four. The Warriors, Spurs, Celtics, and Cavaliers are the last teams standing in the NBA Playoffs, and the 24th episode of Ball Hogs focuses on the Western and Eastern Conference Finals. Mo, Aaron, and Jinno also discuss the results of the 2017 Draft Lottery, and the possible moves that the Celtics … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 24

The Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers may have already taken care of business and advanced to the conference finals, but four other teams are still battling it out in the conference semifinals as the NBA Playoffs continue. Mo, Aaron, and Jinno begin the 23rd episode of Ball Hogs by debating three callers on topics … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 23

The Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers may have already taken care of business and advanced to the conference finals, but four other teams are still battling it out in the conference semifinals as the NBA Playoffs continue. Mo, Aaron, and Jinno begin the 23rd episode of Ball Hogs by debating three callers on topics … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 23

The second round of the NBA Playoffs are underway, and the 22nd Episode of Ball Hogs focuses on the eight remaining teams in the postseason. Jinno, Aaron, and Mo each discuss the Celtics-Wizards, Cavaliers-Raptors, Warriors-Jazz, and Spurs-Rockets series and make their predictions on who will advance to the conference finals. The hosts also discuss the … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 22

The first round of the NBA Playoffs have been unpredictable, with bench players stepping up, grizzled veterans playing huge roles, and injuries changing the fortunes of some teams. The 21st Episode of Ball Hogs focuses centers on the second week of the playoffs, as Aaron, Jinno, and Mo discuss Paul George and his uncertain future … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 21

The second round of the NBA Playoffs are underway, and the 22nd Episode of Ball Hogs focuses on the eight remaining teams in the postseason. Jinno, Aaron, and Mo each discuss the Celtics-Wizards, Cavaliers-Raptors, Warriors-Jazz, and Spurs-Rockets series and make their predictions on who will advance to the conference finals. The hosts also discuss the … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 22

The first round of the NBA Playoffs have been unpredictable, with bench players stepping up, grizzled veterans playing huge roles, and injuries changing the fortunes of some teams. The 21st Episode of Ball Hogs focuses centers on the second week of the playoffs, as Aaron, Jinno, and Mo discuss Paul George and his uncertain future … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 21

Ball Hogs returns just in time for the first round of the NBA playoffs. Mo, Jinno, and Aaron break down what has happened so far in each of the eight first round series (Warriors-Blazers, Spurs-Grizzlies, Rockets-Thunder, Clippers-Jazz, Celtics-Bulls, Cavaliers-Pacers, Raptors-Bucks, Wizards-Hawks) and then make their predictions on which teams will advance to the conference semifinals. … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 20

Ball Hogs returns just in time for the first round of the NBA playoffs. Mo, Jinno, and Aaron break down what has happened so far in each of the eight first round series (Warriors-Blazers, Spurs-Grizzlies, Rockets-Thunder, Clippers-Jazz, Celtics-Bulls, Cavaliers-Pacers, Raptors-Bucks, Wizards-Hawks) and then make their predictions on which teams will advance to the conference semifinals. … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 20

With the regular season almost finished and the playoffs about to begin, Mo, Jinno, and Aaron hand out the year-end awards in Ball Hogs’ 19th episode. They select the members of the three All-NBA teams, and also pick their choices for Coach of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 19

With the regular season almost finished and the playoffs about to begin, Mo, Jinno, and Aaron hand out the year-end awards in Ball Hogs’ 19th episode. They select the members of the three All-NBA teams, and also pick their choices for Coach of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 19

The NBA season is winding down, and teams are either playing for the postseason or for ping pong balls. Mo, Aaron, and Jinno start the 17th episode of Ball Hogs by dissecting Kobe Bryant’s comments on the MVP race between James Harden and Russell Westbrook and whether they should be crowned as co-MVPs. Right now, … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 17

The NBA season is winding down, and teams are either playing for the postseason or for ping pong balls. Mo, Aaron, and Jinno start the 17th episode of Ball Hogs by dissecting Kobe Bryant’s comments on the MVP race between James Harden and Russell Westbrook and whether they should be crowned as co-MVPs. Right now, … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 17

We welcome the month of April with another Ball Hogs episode! Mo, Aaron, and Jinno begin Triple Threat with the NBA’s MVP race, which is still tightly-contested. Russell Westbrook, however, is creating some separation between himself and the other candidates, one amazing statline at a time. Is it enough for him to bag the award? … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 18

We welcome the month of April with another Ball Hogs episode! Mo, Aaron, and Jinno begin Triple Threat with the NBA’s MVP race, which is still tightly-contested. Russell Westbrook, however, is creating some separation between himself and the other candidates, one amazing statline at a time. Is it enough for him to bag the award? … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 18

Rest is usually an innocent word, but when star players sit out and miss nationally-televised games that serve as playoff previews, it becomes an issue that catches everyone’s attention, from fans to NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. Jinno, Mo, and Aaron begin the 16th episode of Ball Hogs by tackling this very topic. Also discussed in … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 16

Rest is usually an innocent word, but when star players sit out and miss nationally-televised games that serve as playoff previews, it becomes an issue that catches everyone’s attention, from fans to NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. Jinno, Mo, and Aaron begin the 16th episode of Ball Hogs by tackling this very topic. Also discussed in … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 16

It’s less than a month before the end of the regular season, and we’re at that point where certain games serve as playoff previews. The Jazz-Clippers game earlier this week was one of them, and Mo, Aaron, and Jinno begin the 15th episode of Ball Hogs by discussing what could be the most interesting first … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 15

It’s less than a month before the end of the regular season, and we’re at that point where certain games serve as playoff previews. The Jazz-Clippers game earlier this week was one of them, and Mo, Aaron, and Jinno begin the 15th episode of Ball Hogs by discussing what could be the most interesting first … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 15

Harden. Westbrook. Kawhi. LeBron. The MVP race is in its final stretch, and the 14th episode of Ball Hogs opens with Mo Twister, Aaron Atayde, and the returning Jinno Rufino making the case for each candidate in Triple Threat. They also discuss the streaking Miami Heat and their playoff chances, Joel Embiid and the slim … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 14

Harden. Westbrook. Kawhi. LeBron. The MVP race is in its final stretch, and the 14th episode of Ball Hogs opens with Mo Twister, Aaron Atayde, and the returning Jinno Rufino making the case for each candidate in Triple Threat. They also discuss the streaking Miami Heat and their playoff chances, Joel Embiid and the slim … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 14

The NBA’s stretch run is here, and the title contenders have finished retooling their lineups as they brace for the tough road ahead. In the 13th episode of Ball Hogs, Mo, and Aaron welcome Mighty Sports head coach and sports analyst Charles Tiu as guest co-host. In Triple Threat, they discuss the Cavs’ acquisition of … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 13

The NBA’s stretch run is here, and the title contenders have finished retooling their lineups as they brace for the tough road ahead. In the 13th episode of Ball Hogs, Mo, and Aaron welcome Mighty Sports head coach and sports analyst Charles Tiu as guest co-host. In Triple Threat, they discuss the Cavs’ acquisition of … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 13

Boogie and the Brow are now teammates, and the Pelicans suddenly have the league's best frontcourt. Mo, Aaron, and guest co-host and author Rafe Bartholomew begin this episode of Ball Hogs by breaking down this heist by New Orleans. They also discuss some of the names involved in trade rumors as the NBA trade deadline … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 12

Boogie and the Brow are now teammates, and the Pelicans suddenly have the league’s best frontcourt. Mo, Aaron, and guest co-host and author Rafe Bartholomew begin this episode of Ball Hogs by breaking down this heist by New Orleans. They also discuss some of the names involved in trade rumors as the NBA trade deadline … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 12

As the All-Star Weekend and the trade deadline approaches, the balance of power also seems to be shifting in the Eastern Conference. Mo, Aaron, and guest co-host and PBA veteran “Major Pain” Eric Menk begin the show by discussing Kevin Love’s injury, the Raptors’ acquisition of Serge Ibaka, and some of the possible additions to … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 11

As the All-Star Weekend and the trade deadline approaches, the balance of power also seems to be shifting in the Eastern Conference. Mo, Aaron, and guest co-host and PBA veteran “Major Pain” Eric Menk begin the show by discussing Kevin Love’s injury, the Raptors’ acquisition of Serge Ibaka, and some of the possible additions to … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 11

In a drama filled week in the NBA, Mo, Jinno, and Aaron open the 10th episode of Ball Hogs by discussing Melo and Phil Jackson, the Melo for Love trade, Durant's first game back in OKC, and Isaiah Thomas joining the MVP Race. Before the end of Starting Five, they also discuss the Gilas cadets … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 10

In a drama filled week in the NBA, Mo, Jinno, and Aaron open the 10th episode of Ball Hogs by discussing Melo and Phil Jackson, the Melo for Love trade, Durant’s first game back in OKC, and Isaiah Thomas joining the MVP Race. Before the end of Starting Five, they also discuss the Gilas cadets … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 10

LeBron James and Charles Barkley’s war of words was easily the biggest NBA story this week, and Jinno, Mo, and Aaron weigh in on the matter in the first Ball Hogs episode for the month of February. The hosts also give their two cents on John Wall, Bradley Beal, and the surging Wizards as well … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 9

LeBron James and Charles Barkley’s war of words was easily the biggest NBA story this week, and Jinno, Mo, and Aaron weigh in on the matter in the first Ball Hogs episode for the month of February. The hosts also give their two cents on John Wall, Bradley Beal, and the surging Wizards as well … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 9

It was another eventful week in the NBA, but we have it all covered here in the 8th episode of Ball Hogs. Mo, Jinno, and Aaron begin the show by discussing topics such as LeBron’s comments about the Cavs’ need for a playmaker, the Spurs’ quiet success, the future of the young Sixers and Lakers. … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 8

It was another eventful week in the NBA, but we have it all covered here in the 8th episode of Ball Hogs. Mo, Jinno, and Aaron begin the show by discussing topics such as LeBron’s comments about the Cavs’ need for a playmaker, the Spurs’ quiet success, the future of the young Sixers and Lakers. … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 8

The Ball Hogs podcast returns just after Golden State's demolition of the Cavaliers at Oracle Arena. Is this a sign of things to come should the teams meet in the Finals? Or should fans not place too much weight on a regular season game? Mo, Aaron, and Jinno discuss the game in Triple Threat, as … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 7

The Ball Hogs podcast returns just after Golden State’s demolition of the Cavaliers at Oracle Arena. Is this a sign of things to come should the teams meet in the Finals? Or should fans not place too much weight on a regular season game? Mo, Aaron, and Jinno discuss the game in Triple Threat, as … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 7

Halfway into the NBA season and we at Ball Hogs hand out our Midseason Awards to the MVP, Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and All-NBA team members so far. They also discuss the state of the Knicks and Derrick Rose and what we've learned from the Cavs and the Warriors at this … Continue reading Ball Hogs Episode 6