Combining their unique humor, affinity for basketball, and extensive cinema knowledge, Malv and Mowgli are two dudes sure to keep your earbuds entertained for hours on end! So turn on and tune in as they drop knowledge on the two things they intend to turn into an actual career!
On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli recap the incredible game winners during this year's playoffs (Epic!!!), the top seeds in both conferences losing their home court advantage, and what's next for the Lakers as their season come to an end. All this and more! Stay strong, Laker Nation! Happy Mother's Day! Enjoy!
We've made it to the postseason! On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli recap an epic final day of regular season basketball, the sudden coaching changes happening across the league (*cough*Denver*cough*), and the 2025 WNBA Draft recap! Congrats, Ladies! Enjoy!
Happy April! On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli recap an incredible week of basketball (Joker's 61 point triple-double, Steph's 52, Josh Giddey FTW!), the tightly contested 2025 MVP race, and the thrill and agony for Laker fans at the final buzzer...All this and more! Enjoy!
On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli discuss the Lakers' (almost) comeback against the defending Champion Celtics, the Golden State Warriors and their team success since acquiring Jimmy Butler, LeBron James reaching 50K career points, and the other talented hoopers reaching incredible milestones on the hardwood. All this and more! Enjoy!
What a time to be a basketball fan! On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli reveal their initial reactions to Luka Doncic becoming the newest member of the Lakers...(not a typo!!!), their All-Star 2025 predictions (Get Hyphy!!) and Jimmy Butler joining the Warriors! (Welcome to the Pacific!)All this and more! Thank you, AD! Enjoy!
On this episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss the Boston Celtics winning their 18th Championship (Gasp!) and their chances of repeating, the monumental impact of the legendary hoopers no longer with us (RIP), and the Hall of Fame journey of Lakers great Michael Cooper! Congrats Coop and congrats to the rest of the Naismith HOF Enshrinees! All this and more! We're excited for a great season! Enjoy!
We're back! Movies We Were Way Too Young To See returns to discuss the 1982 raunchy teen comedy, The Last American Virgin. Often overlooked as one of the pioneering teen comedies of the decade, listen as Malv and Mowgli reveal the film's origins, its influence on the genre, and their theories as to why it's seldom recognized by movie goers. Special appearance by the lovely Carmela herself! Enjoy!
We're back! On this week's episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli discuss the back and forth New York vs Indiana series (Game 7 at the Garden!), the "wolf-pack" mentality Minnesota needs against the defending champions, and their thoughts on the vacant Head Coach position in Los Angeles...all this and more! Thank you, Coach Ham! Enjoy!
Welcome to the Inaugural Malv and Mowgli Basketball Awards Ceremony! Recognizing outstanding achievement in the basketball community, both on and off the court, listen as Malv and Mowgli award those whose contributions have helped advance the game! From "Best International Big Men" to "Phenomenal Female Ballers" and several other categories, this is an episode you won't want to miss! And the "Mowgli" goes to...
On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli discuss the improbable comebacks happening across the league, Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren's most recent matchup, and Lebron James becoming the first player to score 40,000 points in the Association! Congrats! All this and more! Enjoy!
We're back! On this week's episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli share their thoughts and favorite moments of the 2024 All-Star Game (Steph FTW!), important second half storylines to follow, and is LeBron leaving the Lakers?? (We hope not!) All this and more! Enjoy!
We're back! On this week's episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli discuss the rather quiet 2024 NBA trade deadline, All Star weekend and what events to look out for, and finally, they predict what the newest statue outside "Staples/Crypto" will look like! Thank you, Kobe! Enjoy!
We've made it to 2024! Thank you all for the support! On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli discuss New Year Resolutions for teams across the league, the promising future for the next generation of ballers, and how the Lakers can channel their inner Kobe for this "Year of the Mamba." Enjoy!
Happy October, boils and ghouls! "Spooktober" is back with more fear, fun, and Movies We Were Way Too Young To See! On this week's episode, Malv and Mowgli look back at the 2002 horror mystery "The Ring." Originally adapted from a Japanese film and novel, listen as they recall their most chilling moments from both "The Ring" and "Ringu", the role technology plays throughout the film, and how they felt seven days after watching "the tape..."(Spoiler Alert: Not good.) Featuring their good friend, Daveed "The Doctor", as he recalls how "The Ring" gave him the fright of his young life! Enjoy!
We're back! On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli recap the Denver Nuggets winning the 2023 NBA Finals (their first championship in franchise history!), the serious shakeups happening across the league (Dame to Milwaukee!! Not a typo!!), and the 2023 NBA Draft! Listen to hear Mowgli's newest single, "Mr. Wembanyama!"All this, plus a 2023 WNBA Playoff Update, Pacific Division talk, and more! Enjoy!
The Finals are here! Will the Joker get the last laugh? Can the Heat stay hot from 3? On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli discuss Denver and Miami's journey to the NBA Finals, their "X Factors" and series predictions, and how this Lakers season was truly a tale of two halves...Thanks for a great season, Laker Nation! Enjoy!
We're back! On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli recap the Lakers vs Warriors 2nd round series and the "Dubs Dynasty" moving forward, the Conference Finals Rematch from 2020 (Face-masks now optional), and a special guest interview with the 2022-23 NBA MVP, Joel Embiid as he discusses the future of "The Process" in Philly... Enjoy!
The Playoffs are here! (Sort of...) On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli recap the best and worst moments of the 2022-2023 NBA regular season (Giannis vs the ladder FTW!), the NBA investigating the Dallas Mavericks for tanking, and the guys give their Play-In and First Round Playoff predictions! Enjoy!
Happy St Patrick's Day, Everyone! On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli discuss the Philadelphia 76ers current win streak, Joel Embiid's chances of winning his first MVP, the Sacramento Kings delivering in the clutch, and why Lady Luck is bound to shine on the Lakers. (Hopefully...)Have fun and stay safe! Enjoy!
We're back! On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli discuss Ja Morant's off-court issues and his indefinite suspension from the Grizzlies, the wild Playoff jockeying still happening in the Western Conference, and Pau Gasol getting his jersey retired by the Lakers! ¡Felicidades Pau!Enjoy!
Congratulations to LeBron James on becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer! On this episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli recap Lebron's incredible accomplishment, his status amongst basketball's greats, the Brooklyn Nets trading KD and Kyrie away (KD to the Suns! He's back in the Pacific!), the insane trade deadline (We're still processing everything!), and they say farewell to Russell Westbrook, Pat Bev, Thomas Bryant and the rest of the Lakers who are no more...What a week for basketball fans! Enjoy!
On this week's episode of Last Week, Malv and Mowgli recap some Pacific Division storylines starting with the Lakers adding Rui Hachimura to the team, the Sacramento Kings and their shiny new "Beam", and the guys select their 2023 All Star Reserves! *Recorded before Kyrie requested trade from the Nets!* Enjoy!
Happy 2023, Everyone! On this episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss Donovan Mitchell's 71 point explosion!! Luka Doncic's insane scoring streak (60 point triple double!!) and all of the epic comebacks we've seen recently!Enjoy!
On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss WNBA star Brittney Griner being released from Russian prison, Trae Young and the reported tension between him and Atlanta Hawks Head Coach Nate McMillan, and we introduce a new segment titled Malvstradamus the Seer, predictor of basketball games and foreign affairs!Enjoy!
On this episode of Last Week in Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss Joel Embiid's dominant performances this past weekend, the Brooklyn Nets losing to the Lakers and Kings (Yes, the Kings!), and has Anthony Davis finally turned back into Vintage Brow? (Spoiler Alert: Probably.)Enjoy!
Happy Halloween, Everyone! On today's spooky edition of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli play trick or treat and discuss "Spida" Mitchell and the Cavs crawling to title contention, the Pelicans' potential of being a petrifying team in the playoffs, and the Lakers rising from the grave and getting their first win of the season! (Not a typo!) We're back!Enjoy!
Basketball is back! On today's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss the tumultuous 0-4 start for the Lakers and what to do with Russell Westbrook moving forward, why the Knicks are going to be the more exciting New York team to watch this season, and could this finally be the year the Clippers make it over the hump? (Spoiler Alert: Maybe...) Enjoy!
On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli predict the upcoming season based on the preseason (Victor Wembanyama No. 1 Overall!), Rachel Nichols and her new basketball role with Showtime Sports, and what Draymond Green's most recent incident means regarding his future with the Warriors...Enjoy!Â
On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli recap their favorite moments of 2022 NBA Media Day (Jimmy Butler's hair!), Ime Udoka and Robert Sarver's suspensions, and are Russell Westbrook and Pat Bev the new bromance of the league? (Spoiler Alert: Maybe...)Also, congrats to the Vegas Aces on becoming 2022 WNBA Champs! And for Spain on winning FIBA Eurobasket 2022! Enjoy!
On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss the massive trade that sent Donovan Mitchell to the Cavs (Sorry Knicks fans...), a WNBA playoffs update, and highlights from Pat Bev's introductory Lakers press conference.Enjoy!
Happy Summer, Everyone!On today's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss the matchups, rivalries, and storylines they are most excited for this upcoming season, Brooklyn "focusing on basketball...", and what Patrick Beverly on the Lakers means for Russell Westbrook. (Spoiler Alert: Not good...)Enjoy!
We're back! Congrats to the Warriors on becoming 2022 NBA Champs! On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli recap the 2022 NBA Finals, the incredible season Steph Curry just had, the NBA Draft, and some Kyrie Irving news...Enjoy!
The NBA Finals are here! On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli recap the Warriors and Celtics journey to the Finals, they breakdown their series predictions, and thoughts on the Lakers hiring Darvin Ham as their new head coach. (Championship or Bust...)Enjoy!
On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli recap how Andrew Wiggins has finally showed up in these playoffs, the back and forth body blows between Boston and Miami, and does anyone want to coach the Lakers? (Spoiler Alert: No.)Also, Happy Birthday to Malv and the rest of the May birthdays! Enjoy!
On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss the dominant Game 7 performances the Mavericks Celtics put on, and what it means for the losers, their Round 2 recap, including their favorite series (Whoop That Trick!), and their Conference Finals predictions.Plus, the Injured List and Lakers talk! Enjoy!
On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli recap Chris Paul's perfect game (14/14FG!) vs the feisty Pelicans, Luka finally advancing to the 2nd round, and we give our Round 2 Predictions. (Recorded before Embiid's injury was announced....)Also, this is our 100th episode! Thank you all for listening! We appreciate the support! Enjoy!
Last Week In Basketball Playoff Edition is back! On this episode, Malv and Mowgli recap their favorite moments from the 75th season of the NBA, how injuries are already playing a major factor in the Playoffs, and their Round 1 series predictions.Enjoy!
Happy Easter, Everyone! On this episode of Movies We Were Way Too Young To See, Malv and Mowgli look back at Kevin Smith's 1999 religious adaptation, Dogma.A film not without controversy, listen as they discuss some of the most outrageous moments in the movie, what made it so controversial, and which streaming platform you can currently watch it on. (Spoiler Alert: You can't! It isn't available on any!)Happy Easter once again! Enjoy!
On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli keep it Laker focused and discuss the multiple issues that contributed to such a tumultuous season for the Purple and Gold. Listen as they play the "Blame Game" and pick which players they would like to keep, trade, or cut for next season...Stay strong, Laker Nation! Enjoy!
On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss the Warriors' cause for concern amid their current losing streak, the insane comeback win the Clippers had against the Jazz (Recored before they blew a 16 point lead to the Bulls! Not an April Fool's Joke! Lol!), and whether it's time to disconnect the Lakers off life support...Spoiler Alert: No.All this and more! Enjoy!
On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss the Phoenix Suns clinching home court advantage throughout the Playoffs and the respect (or lack thereof) they are getting, Trae Young vs Reggie Miller on who Knicks fans hate more, and LeBron James passing Karl Malone for 2nd All-time in NBA points scored! Congrats!All this and more! Enjoy!
Happy St. Patrick's Day! On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss the good luck the Mavericks have been having on the road (Spencer Dinwiddie!), the insane 60 point spectacles, and how the Lakers can somehow manage to turn their luck around...All this and more on this "Pod o' Gold!" Enjoy!
On this week's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss the dominating performance the Nets put on the Sixers, the recent eruption of 50 point games (LeBron did it twice!), and what to make of the inexcusable loss the Lakers suffered against the Rockets...Enjoy!
Movies We Were Way Too Young To See is back! And on this episode, Malv and Mowgli discuss the 1999 blockbuster, The Matrix. Listen as Malv goes in depth about the film's revolutionary action sequences and stunt choreography, its religious undertone, and the importance of this movie in the Sci-Fi genre.Plus, some cool similarities between this film and the Terminator franchise!Plug in and Enjoy!
On today's Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss if Ja Morant can win MVP this season, and how this season compares to Derrick Rose's MVP season; James Harden and Philly making a case for being the beast team in the East, and are the Lakers even going to make the playoffs? (Spoiler Alert: Probably...)So many questions! We need the answers! Enjoy!
On today's Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli recap the 2022 All Star festivities (Steph Curry made 16 3 pointers!!!), JJ Redick calling out former teammate Zion Williamson, and is LeBron leaving the Lakers?All this and more! Enjoy!
All-Star Weekend 2022 is here! On today's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss their favorite All-Star events, the James Harden/Ben Simmons mega trade, and what to expect from the Lakers after the recent injury to AD...Have a fun and safe All-Star Weekend! And a Happy Birthday to MJ as well! Enjoy!
On today's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss how they feel about Andrew Wiggins being voted an All-Star starter (Malv hates it!), the nasty leg injury Joe Ingles suffered (please don't watch it...), and the impressive season the Cleveland Cavaliers have had so far!Plus, the Suns winning their 11th straight game, LeBron's knee, and their reaction to the Lakers' long road trip. (Spoiler Alert: It's not good...)Enjoy!
On today's Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli debate who's the better big man right now; Nikola Jokic or Joel Embiid, the latest James Harden news and what it means for Daryl Morey and the Sixers, and remembering the legacy of Kobe Bryant, two years later. Mamba Forever! Enjoy!
Happy MLK Day! On today's Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss who had the most impressive MLK Day performance, Mowgli lists his East and West All-Star Starters, and which players they were surprised received so many fan votes! (Over 2 million for Andrew Wiggins?!)Plus, the Injured list, Pacific Division talk, and LeBron's "I Promise 2.0" to Laker fans! Enjoy!
Happy 2022, Everybody! On today's episode of Last Week In Basketball, Malv and Mowgli discuss the impressive season the Chicago Bulls have had so far (title contenders?), the Grizzlies gritty winning streak, and the long awaited return of the league's favorite son, Klay Thompson! Plus, Eastern Conference 50 burgers, Rachel Nichols news, and what to do with Westbrook? Enjoy!