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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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    Episode 3 - A Jump Shooting Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 43:43 Transcription Available


    Israel gets the inside story on the 2014-15 Golden State Warriors season... How did All-Star big man David Lee deal with getting injured, and then benched in favor of Draymond Green. What was being said in the huddle when Klay Thompson did maybe the most incredible thing anyone has ever seem on a basketball court and scored 37 points in one quarter. Why did Charles Barkley and NBA pundits think that a "jump shooting team" couldn't win in the playoffs, and how did first year coach Steve Kerr prepare the group to deal with getting "gut punched" in the playoffs by the Grizzlies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Episode 2 - A Team is Built

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 51:37 Transcription Available


    Israel gets a new perspective on a franchise low point, and we learn how despite the fans' discontent, the seeds for rebirth in the Bay were already growing strong back in 2012. We get the inside story on how the Splash Brothers came to be, and the key to the vital acquisition of Andre Iguodala. Plus we dissect the most important coaching decision in franchise history, and how it threatened to end the dynasty before it even started.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Episode 1 - Welcome to the Bay!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 41:59 Transcription Available


    Welcome to Dub Dynasty, the limited podcast series that covers the behind the scenes story of the Golden State Warriors dynastic four championship run over the last ten years, and looks ahead to the next chapter in their incredible journey as the Warriors continue to push for success during the 2025 season. In Episode 1, host Israel Gutierrez talks about why the Run TMC Warriors were his introduction to NBA basketball as a kid, and how a franchise that last won a title in 1975 begins to put the pieces together to form one of the greatest teams ever. We dive deep into the draft day drama that nearly resulted in Steph Curry never becoming a Warrior, and we hear from inside the organization about why many felt Steph wouldn’t reach Super-Star level success. Dub Dynasty is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    All-Star / Dunk Contest Changes, MVP Race and Flag Planting Fights

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 55:52 Transcription Available


    Vince reacts to the Cavs win over the Celtics at the Top of the East, and the Rockets win vs. the Thunder at the Top of the West. He says it is getting close to Panic Time in Philly, and gives his picks for NBA MVP, discussing SGA, Jayson Tatum and Anthony Davis. Then Vince gets into his thoughts on the proposed changes to the All-Star Game and what he would like to see with the Dunk Contest format and participants this season. Vince also discusses the Flag Planting issues in College Football over the Rivalry weekend, and how he would react if another team tried to stop on the Tar Heels logo!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Vince on Hall of Fame, Raptors Jersey Retirement and Becoming a Meme

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 62:54 Transcription Available


    Vince gives the behind the scenes stories from his emotional Hall of Fame induction ceremony and his dramatic jersey retirement in Toronto. Vince addresses the Meme of his reaction to his banner going into the rafters for the Raptors. He also talks about the teams he is most impressed with this season so far like the Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors, as well as the interesting dynamic between LeBron and Anthony Davis on the Lakers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Vote for NBA DNA with Hannah Storm!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 1:55 Transcription Available


    Hi NBA DNA fans! We're so excited to announce that the show has been nominated for a Signal Award for Best Sports Documentary Podcast. If you enjoyed the show, head over to THIS link to vote for NBA DNA with Hannah Storm. Voting closes Thursday, October 17th. Thanks for listening!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Olympics Reaction, Key to LA 28 Success and Sports Parent Advice

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 47:04 Transcription Available


    Vince reacts to the Paris Olympics, Team USA winning the Gold Medal with incredible performances from Steph Curry, LeBron James and Kevin Durant. He gives the biggest key to what Team USA needs to do to win gold again in LA 2028. Plus, the impressive showing from the USA Women's Team, A'ja Wilson, Kelsey Plum and Kahleah Copper coming up big down the stretch vs France. Vince also takes some time to talk about his experience as a parent of young athletes and gives some advice for parents dealing with kids playing competitive sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Inside Stuff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 61:15 Transcription Available


    How did the NBA become…well, the NBA? On this final episode of NBA DNA, Hannah digs into the magic behind the scenes, featuring interviews with Bob Costas, Willow Bay, Isiah Thomas, and others. Former NBA Entertainment boss Don Sperling walks us through how the league went from tape-delayed games of the 80s to the mega successes of the 90s and beyond. Plus, the incredible legacy of David Stern, the creation of Inside Stuff, and how the league forever changed the landscape for professional athletes and fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Dub Nation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 57:31 Transcription Available


    Hannah heads back to 2015 and one of her favorite assignments to date: covering an up-and-coming Golden State Warriors for ESPN's Face to Face. Legendary coach Steve Kerr and NBA All-Star Andre Iguodala recap the highs and lows of Golden State's incredible 2014-2015 season, including the NFL legend that helped Kerr develop his coaching philosophy, the origins of the team's “death lineup,” and how Steph Curry changed everyone's opinion on what's a good shot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Lake Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 61:28 Transcription Available


    On this episode of NBA DNA, Hannah dives into the first dynasty of the new millennium, the Shaq/Kobe Los Angeles Lakers of the early 2000s. Lakers owner and President Jeanie Buss, and seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry join the show to discuss the team's iconic three-peat, the secret behind Phil Jackson's success, and what Shaq and Kobe's teammates wish you knew about their relationship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    From Pipe Dreams to Hoop Dreams: The WNBA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 50:06 Transcription Available


    On this week's episode of NBA DNA, Hannah revisits the summer of 1997 and the inaugural season of the WNBA. Basketball legends Val Ackerman, Rebecca Lobo, Annie Meyers, and Lisa Lax join the show to talk about that shortened first season: featuring six initial teams, one accidental dynasty, one ulcer, and lots of happy tears.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Finals Reaction, Free Agency Preview, Vince's Draft Night Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 56:53 Transcription Available


    Vince gives his take on the Celtics championship run and if he thinks they can repeat next season. Vince goes deep on Free Agency and where he thinks the top guys like Paul George, OG Anunoby and DeMar DeRozan could possibly fit. Vince also tells the incredible behind the scenes story of his Draft Night Trade with Antawn Jamison, and gets into what he thinks the best situation would be for Bronny James in the Draft and NBA.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    From Pipe Dreams to Hoop Dreams: The History of Women's Basketball

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 42:48 Transcription Available


    In this week's episode of NBA DNA, we dig into the history of women's pro hoops: from the early days in colleges and church basements to the ill-fated leagues of the 1980s, and finally, the creation of the 1996 Women's Dream Team. Hannah shares the lesser-known story of the barnstorming tour that led to today's WNBA and sits down with some of the women who made it possible: Rebecca Lobo and former WNBA president Val Ackerman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Celtics Win Reaction, Historical Perspective and Next Season Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 23:18 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright react to the Celtics winning their 18th NBA Championship. They examine Jaylen Brown as MVP, the historical place of this team and look ahead to next season. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Game 3 Reaction, Luka Fouls Out, Jaylen Brown for Finals MVP

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 23:46 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Shaun Powell react to the Celtics dramatic Game 3 win in Dallas. Mavs make a run in the 4th quarter, but Luka struggles and fouls out at a bad time. Who will be the Finals MVP, and what will these teams look like next year. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcast and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    NBA Finals, Lakers Coach, Caitlin Clark, UConn Memories with Nykesha Sales

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 97:40


    Vince is joined by his close friend, UConn women's basketball legend, 7-time WNBA All-Star and current UGA Assistant Coach Nykesha Sales. They discuss her incredible UConn days, the impact of NIL money on college sports and Caitlin Clark's rookie season in the WNBA. Then Vince and Nykesha talk about the NBA Finals, who is the Celtics best player, who will win the Finals MVP. Plus they get into Dan Hurley, JJ Redick and the Lakers coaching situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Who is the Finals MVP, Game 3 Adjustments, Lakers Coaching Latest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 26:36 Transcription Available


    Sarah is joined by NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner to discuss the Finals, including who is the current front-runner for MVP, the latest on Kristaps Porzingis's health, what adjustments do the Mavs need to make for Game 3, and can Kyrie Irving bounce back. Plus they discuss the Lakers coaching situation after being turned down by Dan Hurley. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Game 1 Reaction, Porzingis on Fire, Kyrie Struggles, Lakers Coaching Latest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 21:55 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer John Schuhmann react to the Celtics dominating performance in Game 1. They discuss the incredible comeback for Kristaps Porzingis, the Celtics stifling defense, Kyrie Irving's struggles and look ahead to the adjustments needed in Game 2. Plus, the latest on the Lakers coaching search and the JJ Redick and Dan Hurley updatesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Heart of a Champion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 56:51 Transcription Available


    With Michael Jordan retired from the NBA, attention shifts to the other greats: Olajuwon, Ewing, Stockton, Malone, and Barkley — all hungry for a championship. Former Rockets coach Rudy T and seven-time NBA Champion Robert Horry sit down with Hannah to talk about the team's back-to-back wins, the strangest Game Five ever played, and the surprising origins of The Heart of a Champion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mavericks vs Celtics Finals Preview and Matchup Breakdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 19:58 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright breakdown the NBA Finals between the Mavs and the Celtics. Kyrie's return to Boston, Luka's reaction and how the teams matchup. The pressure on the Celtics, the coaching chess match, and Game 1 predictions. NBA Pulse ia a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mavs vs Celtics NBA Finals Preview, Kyrie Returns to Boston, Lakers Coaching Latest

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 38:42 Transcription Available


    Vince reacts to the Mavericks and Celtics winning and gives his NBA Finals preview with matchup breakdowns, Jason Kidd inside perspective and the emotions of Kyrie returning to Boston for the Finals. Vince compares Kyrie's situation to his return to Toronto for the First Round of the 2007 playoffs. Plus he talks about the latest with the Clippers giving Ty Lue an extension and the Lakers looking likely to hire JJ Redick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mavs vs. T-Wolves Game 5 Preview, NBA Coaching Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 20:02 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Shaun Powell preview the elimination Game 5 between the Mavericks and the Timberwolves tonight in Minnesota. Can Anthony Edwards and Karl Anthony-Towns extend the series, or will Luka and Kyrie close it out... Plus, Celtics gearing up for the Finals and will JJ Redick be the Lakers next Head Coach? NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Celtics Sweep, Mavs Rolling, Bill Walton Memories

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 23:22 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner react to the Celtics sweep in Indy, preview Game 4 in Dallas as the Mavs go for a sweep over the Timberwolves and reflect on the incredible life of Basketball Hall of Famer Bill Walton. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How Celtics Dominated Game 2, Mavs T-Wolves Preview, All-NBA Decisions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2024 23:25 Transcription Available


    Sarah talks with NBA senior writer John Schuhmann about the Celtics dominating win over the Pacers in Game 2, they preview tonight's game between the Mavs and Timberwolves in Minnesota and they discuss the All-NBA picks. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ant-Man vs Luka, Best NBA Duo, Caitlin Clark's Rough Start

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 93:36 Transcription Available


    Vince invites two of his closest friends and members of his basketball "Group Chat" Joe Giddens and AYO to join the podcast. Joe played in high school with Vince, and they remember some of their greatest HS moments. AYO is a massive music producer and he tells Vince about the stress of trying to break through in the business. They get into the playoffs, discuss who is the face of the NBA, which player they would build a franchise a around, what is the best duo in the League, and who they think will win the Eastern and Western Conference Finals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    T-Wolves and Pacers Game 7 win Reactions, Plus Conference Finals Previews

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 23:11 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright react to 2 Game 7's, preview the Eastern and Western Conference Finals and look ahead to what the Knicks, Thunder and Nuggets need to do in the offseason to improve.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    T-Wolves Nuggets Game 7, Plus Knicks Pacers Preview and Lakers Coach?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 17:27 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Shaun Powell react to the Game 6 blowout and preview Game 7 in the Timberwolves vs Nuggets series. They also preview Game 6's between the Knicks and Pacers as well as the Mavs and Thunder. Plus they discuss the Lakers coaching search and what they should do this offseason.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Dream Team

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 46:08


    In this week's episode of NBA DNA, we look at the greatest team assembled: The 1992 Men's Olympic Basketball Team — aka, The Dream Team. Hannah is joined by Hall-of-Famer Charles Barkley and Dream Team Coach PJ Carlesimo who reminisce about their unforgettable summer, complete with iconic practices, international rivalries, and late nights at the poker table. Plus, Hannah delves into her move to NBC in the early '90s just as the Dream Team took basketball global.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Pacers and Nuggets Even Series, Mavs Thunder and Celtics Cavs Previews

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 21:41 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner discuss the Nuggets 2 wins in Minnesota to even the series and the Pacers dominating performance at home to tie up their series with the Knicks. Plus, they look ahead to the Cavs vs Celtics and Mavs vs Thunder matchups tonight. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mavs and Cavs get Road Wins, Preview Pacers and Nuggets Must Wins at Home

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 21:33 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer John Schuhmann discuss the Cavs dominating the Celtics in Boston, and the Mavs rolling over the Thunder in OKC in Game 2s. Then they preview the Knicks at Pacers for Game 3 in Indy and the Nuggets at Timberwolves must win scenario for the defending champs in Minny. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Roy Hibbert Previews Pacers Knicks East Semifinal Series

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 18:53 Transcription Available


    Sarah is joined by Pacers legend, Roy Hibbert to discuss the Pacers vs the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Semifinals as well as the 2013 series where Roy and the Pacers eliminated Carmelo Anthony and the Knicks in 6 games. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Brunson, Hart, Knicks Reaction, Sixers Fallout plus Mavs Clippers Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 21:20 Transcription Available


    Sarah and Michael C. Wright react to the incredible Knicks Sixers series finale, what is next for the Sixers, how do the Knicks matchup against the Pacers, what is next for the Bucks and a preview of Game 6 of the Mavs and Clippers. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Playoff Reactions; T-Wolves Sweep, Mavs Clippers Tied Up, Knicks and Pacers on Verge

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 23:00 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Shaun Powell react to the incredible Sunday slate of playoff games. Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves sweep Kevin Durant and the Suns, Jalen Brunson sets records leading the Knicks to the 3-1 series lead over the Sixers, James Harden and Paul George step up as Clippers even the series with Luka, Kyrie and the Mavs, and Tyrese Haliburton, Miles Turner and the Pacers roll over the Bucks to a 3-1 lead. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Knicks/Sixers and Nuggets/Lakers Reactions, Plus T-Wolves/Suns and Bucks/Pacers Previews

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 24:45 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner react to the Joel Embiid 50-point performance and possible ejection in the Sixers win vs the Knicks and the Lakers humbling defeat vs the Nuggets as they fall to 0-3 in the series. Plus they preview the Suns must win game vs the Timberwolves and the Pacers trying to take command of the series vs the Bucks in Indianapolis on Friday.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Playoff Power Rankings: Breakdowns for All 8 Playoff Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 27:15 Transcription Available


    Sarah talks with NBA senior writer John Schuhmann about his first ever NBA Playoff Power Rankings. They breakdown a key stat from every playoff series through Game 1. Knicks vs. Sixers, Lakers vs. Nuggets, Mavs vs. Clippers, Pelicans vs. Thunder, Pacers vs. Bucks, Celtics vs. Heat, Magic vs. Cavs and Suns vs. Thunder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Play-In Previews and Full NBA Awards Ballot Breakdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 23:00 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright discuss his full NBA Awards official ballot and get into previewing tonight's Play-In games. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Grant Hill Part 2 - Coach K's Last Game vs UNC, Living Single, Rookie Year Memories

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 41:47 Transcription Available


    Part 2 - Vince and Grant Hill continue their conversation, about Coach K's final game, his acting on "Living Single," with Queen Latifah, staring in the NBA as a rookie, dealing with injuries over the years, his role as an owner in the NBA, MLB and MLS, managing Team USA for the upcoming Olympics and his daughter as a young MMA fighter!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Knicks Go For 2 Seed, the Lakers Dilemma and Play-In Previews

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 20:39 Transcription Available


    Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Shaun Powell about the NBA Playoff situations. The Knicks jump to the #2 seed in the East, the Lakers looking at the Nuggets in the possible 2-7 matchup and previews of all the Play-In Tournament games. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Playoff Positioning Chaos and Wemby's Rookie Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 25:02 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner discuss the many possibilities of the current NBA playoff situation and how things look for every team. Plus a recap of Victor Wembanyama's incredible rookie season.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Grant Hill Part 1: Hall of Fame, Duke vs. UNC and the Pass to Laettner

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 59:08 Transcription Available


    Grant Hill Part 1 - Vince and Grant discuss what it is like to go into the Hall of Fame, this year's Men's and Women's NCAA Tournaments, the rivalry between Duke and UNC that never stops, plus the back story on The Pass Grant made to Christian Laettner vs Kentucky in 1992. The VC Show is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Merger

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 47:20 Transcription Available


    In this week's episode, we stay in the ABA as the upstart league lures top players like Dr. J, Moses Malone, and Spencer Haywood in an attempt to secure a national TV contract. Hannah recounts a story her father told her about the ABA's top-secret pursuit of Lew Alcindor, dubbed ‘Operation Kingfish,' and reflects on the lasting legacy of the ABA, including the hardship rule, three-point shot, and wide-open style of play. Plus, everything to know about the 1976 NBA-ABA merger. Guests include Dr. J, Bob Costas, Peter Vecsey, and Semi-Pro screenwriter Scot Armstrong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Power Rankings: Embiid Returns and Mavs vs. Clippers Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 21:56 Transcription Available


    Sarah is joined by NBA senior writer John Schuhmann to discuss the latest on playoff positioning as we head down to the final week of the regular season. The impact of Joel Embiid's dramatic return to the Sixers, and the very likely 3rd playoff meeting featuring Luka Doncic and the Mavs vs Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Hannah Storm on the Women's Game, Her New Podcast and Her Cancer Diagnosis

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 21:40 Transcription Available


    Sarah is joined by a very special guest, the legendary journalist Hannah Storm. Hannah has a new podcast out now called NBA DNA with Hannah Storm. They discuss the current explosion of the women's game, the Final Four, and why she decided to tell her life story through the lens of basketball. They also get into Hannah's incredible connection with Stuart Scott and her dealing with a recent breast cancer diagnosis. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    My Father's Basketball

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 47:48 Transcription Available


    How did Hannah Storm break into the sports business when it wasn't an option for women? She always felt like she belonged. That comes from growing up in basketball. Hannah's basketball story—her NBA DNA—begins with the American Basketball Association and her dad, former commissioner Mike Storen. In our first episode, we relive the basketball of Hannah's childhood, learn how playground moves made it to the pro courts, and dive into the high-flying world of the ABA, with legends like Dr. J and Bob Costas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Award Previews, Thunder vs Knicks Reaction and LeBron Retirement Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 21:50 Transcription Available


    Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Shaun Powell about the NBA awards, his voting strategy, and who he thinks will win MVP, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved and Coach of the Year. Plus reaction to the epic Thunder vs Knicks game at MSG and LeBron dominating the Nets and talking retirement.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcast and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    MVP Ladder: Luka, Kyrie and the Mavs Rising in the West

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2024 18:55 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright discuss the MVP ladder, Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks rising and holding on to valuable playoff positioning in the Western Conference. They also discuss the East, the impending return of Joel Embiid and the Knicks being the biggest threat to the Celtics. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Antawn Jamison on Carolina Memories, the NCAA Tourney and Dropping 51 on the Lakers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 70:14 Transcription Available


    Vince talks with his close friend and fellow Tar Heel legend Antawn Jamison about their favorite memories as suite-mates at North Carolina on and off the court. They also get into the current NCAA Tournament, what-if there was NIL money for them back in the 90's and Antawn scoring 50 points in back-to-back NBA games. The VC Show is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Power Rankings: Rockets Shooting for Playoffs, Clippers and Suns Stretch Struggles

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 23:42 Transcription Available


    Sarah talks to NBA senior writer John Schuhmann about the surprising rise of the Houston Rockets, if they can catch the Warriors for the 10th seed, and how Jalen Green has stepped up his play. the also get into why the Clipper have been struggling, and the very difficult schedule that the Suns have coming down the stretch of the season.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Who is the Next MVP, and is Wemby Ahead of Schedule?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 21:29 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright discuss who will be the next NBA MVP when Nikola Jokic gives up the crown one day. Jalen Green, Anthony Edwards, Shia Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum, Jalen Brunson Tyrese Haliburton and Zion Williamson all get mentioned. Then they transition to talking about the Rookie sensation, Victor Wembanyama, his future MVP chances and how incredible he is to watch in person.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Kyrie's Insane Game Winner, Brunson Putting on a Show and Seeding Battles Heat Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 19:10 Transcription Available


    Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Shaun Powell about Kyrie Irving's crazy game winning buzzer beating shot for the Mavericks, Jalen Brunson taking over in the Knicks win over the Kings and the battles for seeding are getting serious as we come down the stretch of the season. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Wemby vs Chet for ROY, Jokic vs SGA for MVP and West #1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 21:17 Transcription Available


    Sarah and NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner discuss Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren battling for Rookie of the Year and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander challenging Nikola Jokic for the MVP and the #1 seed in the West.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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