The Alex Kennedy Podcast

Alex Kennedy is joined by NBA trainer Tim Martin. He opens up about his incredible journey — from homelessness to becoming an elite NBA trainer. He talks about training Trae Young, Tyrese Maxey, Victor Wembanyama and others. He also discusses how social media has changed the industry, his advice for aspiring trainers, how he got his start and much more. This episode is sponsored by Branded Bills and Yerbaé.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by Mike Gallagher of Establish the Run. They discuss all things fantasy basketball and fantasy football, including players to target, players to avoid, late-round sleepers, how to evaluate this year's rookies, the best draft strategies, advice for new dynasty leagues and much more! This episode is sponsored by Branded Bills and Yerbaé. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Alex Kennedy is joined by Adam Levitan of Establish the Run. They discuss Christian McCaffrey vs. Jonathan Taylor at No. 1 overall, various draft strategies, late-round sleepers, players to target, players to avoid, rookies to keep an eye on, potential breakouts, when to draft a quarterback and much more. This episode is sponsored by Branded Bills and Yerbaé. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by BasketballNews.com's Evan Sidery to discuss the NBA's 2022-23 championship odds, MVP odds, Rookie of the Year odds, the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, the Phoenix Suns' offseason and more. This episode is sponsored by NBA Top Shot, Branded Bills and Yerbaé. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by Basketball News' Ethan Fuller to discuss NBA Summer League studs and duds, the Boston Celtics' recent moves, the top contenders entering next season, the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, whether Donovan Mitchell will end up on the Knicks and much more. This episode is sponsored by NBA Top Shot, Branded Bills and Yerbaé. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by former NBA player Orlando Johnson, who has spent the last several years playing overseas. Now, Johnson is trying to determine the next chapter of his career, and he recently attended the Sports Business Classroom in Las Vegas as he weighed his options. Orlando talks about playing overseas, his SBC experience, his post-playing options and much more. This episode is sponsored by NBA Top Shot, Branded Bills and Yerbaé. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy and Spencer Davies each name four winners and four losers of the 2022 NBA offseason. This episode is sponsored by NBA Top Shot, Branded Bills and Yerbaé.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by a 7-time NBA All-Star and Hall-of-Famer Tracy McGrady! T-Mac discusses his Ones Basketball League that he recently founded, his favorite Kobe Bryant story, the NBA's age limit, the time he nearly teamed up with Michael Jordan, the Magic's potential Big 3 of T-Mac, Tim Duncan and Grant Hill, his dream one-on-one matchup, today's players who play like him and much more. This episode is sponsored by NBA Top Shot, Branded Bills and Yerbaé. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by HoopsHype's Mike Scotto to discuss Zach LaVine's free agency, the Kyrie Irving saga, Deandre Ayton's market, the Knicks' pursuit of Jalen Brunson, Dejounte Murray's future, trade candidates, sleeper free agents and more. This episode is sponsored by NBA Top Shot, Branded Bills and Yerbaé .  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by BasketballNews.com's NBA Draft analyst Derek Murray to break down the 2022 NBA Draft. They discuss the biggest winners, biggest losers, the wildest surprises, the lack of trades and much more. This episode is sponsored by NBA Top Shot and Branded Bills.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by former Wake Forest forward Jake LaRavia. He discusses his game, comparisons to Gordon Hayward, his experience during the NBA pre-draft process, his draft-night plans, how his skill set will translate in the modern NBA, prioritizing fit over pick, why a team should draft him and more. This episode is sponsored by NBA Top Shot, NBA Experiences, Yerbaé and Branded Bills.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by BasketballNews.com's senior NBA Draft analyst Matt Babcock. They discuss the talent in the 2022 NBA Draft, his biggest sleepers, who will go No. 1 overall, Chet Holmgren not sharing his medical info, which players have the widest range of outcomes, which teams have been active in trade talks, his talent-evaluation process and more. This episode is sponsored by NBA Top Shot, NBA Experiences, Yerbaé and Branded Bills.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by his BasketballNews.com colleague Mark Schindler. They discuss Mark's sportswriting career, their advice for young journalists, whether Mark wants to get into scouting or a front office, the best young cores in the NBA, which teams are the best at player development, the NBA Finals and more. Thanks to NBA Top Shot and NBA Experiences for sponsoring this episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by hip-hop legend and BIG3 founder Ice Cube. He discusses the BIG3's growth, the league's NFTs that allow anyone to become a minority owner, Snoop Dogg joining the league, his NBA Mount Rushmore, his dream signing in the BIG3, how the NBA has treated the BIG3 behind-the-scenes, which of his career paths is most fulfilling and more. This episode is sponsored by NBA Top Shot, NBA Experiences and Yerbaé.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by Dave DuFour of The Athletic. They discuss the NBA Finals, the Celtics' core, Quin Snyder's departure from the Jazz, what's next for Utah this offseason, the Lakers hiring of Darvin Ham and more. Then, they discuss the Sports Business Classroom in Las Vegas.  For more information on the Sports Business Classroom, click here. Use the code FRONTOFFICE for $300 off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by his BasketballNews.com colleague, Nekias Duncan! Duncan is a terrific writer and the host of "The Dunker Spot." They discuss Nekias' sportswriting career, how he got his start, the NBA media landscape, his long-term goals, whether he wants to work for an NBA team someday and much more. This episode is sponsored by NBA Top Shot and NBA Experiences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Alex Kennedy is joined by Trevor Sikkema of Pro Football Focus. They discuss this crazy NFL offseason, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' free-agency moves, Bruce Arians' decision to retire and pass the team to Todd Bowles, the 2022 NFL Draft and much more. This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by NBA broadcaster Sarah Kustok. She's the host of "NBA Flashback," a podcast that revisits some of the best moments in NBA history. In the latest episode, she looks back on Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game and talks to players such as James Harden, Klay Thompson and Anthony Davis about Wilt's legendary performance. Sarah also covers the Brooklyn Nets, so they discuss the team's blockbuster trade and whether they can make a title run this year.   This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money.  Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by professional basketball player Jarnell Stokes, who recently dominated in China and is looking to return to the NBA. They discuss his NBA career, his plans to play in Summer League, how the game has evolved, his new production company (Stoked Film Group), his crypto success and more. This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money.  Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2022 NBA trade deadline is Thursday at 3 p.m. ET. Which teams have been the most active? Who's the biggest name that will be moved? Alex Kennedy and HoopsHype's Michael Scotto break down all of the notable NBA trade rumors — including the latest on Ben Simmons, James Harden, Domantas Sabonis, Myles Turner, CJ McCollum, De'Aaron Fox, Brad Beal, John Collins, Eric Gordon, etc. This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money.  Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kenndy is joined by Dan Grunfeld, a former professional basketball player and author of the new book "By the Grace of the Game." The book is about Dan's father, Ernie Grunfeld, who is a former NBA player and GM. Ernie is the only player in NBA history whose parents survived the Holocaust, and the book explores his unprecedented journey. Order "By the Grace of the Game" here: https://amzn.to/3FYgtgB Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money.  Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by San Antonio Spurs forward Thaddeus Young. The 15-year NBA veteran talks about being blindsided by the Bulls-Spurs trade, his current role in San Antonio, his name surfacing in trade rumors once again, Dejounte Murray's breakout season, the key to longevity in the NBA, winning the NBA's Hustle Award, that famous graphic about his career stats, his investment business (Reform Ventures) and much more. Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money.  Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by Joe Abunassar, an NBA trainer and the founder of Impact Basketball. Abunassar has trained many stars such as Kevin Garnett, Chauncey Billups, Kawhi Leonard, Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan. He discusses the evolution of player development, his offseason work with various players (including Lowry, DeRozan and Tyrese Haliburton) and much more. Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money.  Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After last week's shocking news that 18 former NBA players defrauded the league's Health and Welfare Benefit Plan, Alex Kennedy is joined by David Weinstein, an attorney who has represented athletes in white-collar criminal cases throughout his 30-year career. They discuss this case, what happens next, possible sentences for the players, whether more former NBA players may be charged, how this compares to the NFL's healthcare fraud case and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by Bleacher Report's Jake Fischer to discuss all things NBA offseason. They break down recent trade buzz surrounding Bradley Beal, Damian Lillard, Pascal Siakam and C.J. McCollum among others. Then, they discuss the latest free-agency rumors involving Kyle Lowry, DeMar DeRozan, Spencer Dinwiddie, Lonzo Ball, Andre Drummond, Dennis Schroder, the New York Knicks, the Los Angeles Lakers, the New Orleans Pelicans and more. Order Jake's book "Built to Lose: How the NBA's Tanking Era Changed the League Forever" here: https://www.amazon.com/Built-Lose-Tanking-Changed-Forever/dp/1629378712 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by NBA salary cap expert Larry Coon, who discusses the upcoming offseason, which teams have the most cap room, the rumors surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers, his CBA FAQ, how he became a cap guru, his involvement with Sports Business Classroom and a special SBC discount for our listeners. Click here to sign up for the Sports Business Classroom and use the $200 discount (with promo code ALEX): https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com/business-of-basketball-registration/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by Mirin Fader, who writes for The Ringer and is the author of a new book called "Giannis: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP." She talks about Giannis Antetokounmpo's incredible story, her experience writing her first book and more. Then, she talks about covering LaMelo Ball and how he's perceived now versus when he was younger. She also talks about Ja Morant's success, Jae'Sean Tate's journey, Andre Drummond's upcoming free agency and more. Pre-order her Giannis book now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by NBA writer Jackson Frank to discuss The Athletic's Dallas Mavericks story, the various playoff series, the injuries to numerous stars this postseason, the NBA's plan for next season, his NBA Finals prediction, his advice for aspiring sportswriters and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Alex Kennedy is joined by Panini America VP Jason Howarth. They discuss the trading-card boom, the LeBron James rookie card that sold for $5.2 million, the rise of NFTs, NBA Top Shot, the future of collecting and much more. Thanks to BetQL for sponsoring this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by HoopsHype's Mike Scotto to discuss the latest rumors ahead of Thursday's trade deadline. They discuss what may happen with Kyle Lowry, Victor Oladipo, Aaron Gordon, Andre Drummond, Lonzo Ball, Spencer Dinwiddie, Evan Fournier, Richaun Holmes, Kelly Oubre, Lauri Markkanen, Malcolm Brogdon and much more! This episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by podcaster and NBA Top Shot collector Amir Blumenfeld, who hosts "If I Were You" and "Buckets." They discuss the rise of NBA Top Shot, where this craze could be headed, the Lakers, Amir's various projects and much more. This episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by 6-year NBA veteran and current Milwaukee Bucks big man Bobby Portis. They discuss Portis' decision to sign with the Bucks, taking less money to play for a contender, how he's matured (on and off the floor), getting acclimated in Milwaukee, how he learned to embrace his role as a reserve, his experience playing with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jrue Holiday, and more. This episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Alex Kennedy is joined by fantasy-basketball expert Mike Gallagher of Establish the Run NBA. They discuss some players who have surprised thus far, players who have disappointed, buy-low candidates and sell-high options. They also play a game of "buy or sell," discussing various players. Then, they discuss the rise of NBA Top Shot and where it's headed from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Alex Kennedy is joined by Mo Dakhil of Bleacher Report and The Athletic. They discuss Mo's past life as a video coordinator for the Clippers and Spurs, his transition to media, which NBA contenders are legit, who has impressed from this rookie class, the Nets' defensive issues, the 76ers' success, the Lakers' dominance, the Clippers' outlook and more. This episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by NBA trainer and former Brooklyn Nets shooting coach David Nurse. They talk about the Brooklyn Nets' Big Three of Kevin Durant, James Harden and Kyrie Irving, David's experience on the Nets' coaching staff and the culture that Sean Marks instilled in Brooklyn. They also discuss David's work with individual players (such as Domantas Sabonis, OG Anunoby and Jeremy Lin), the importance of mental training, the best shooters of all-time, the keys to developing a great shot and more. This episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by Cleveland Cavaliers forward Larry Nance Jr. They talk about his Browns, the Cavaliers' additions (Jarrett Allen and Taurean Prince), his development, his outstanding defense, his individual goals, the Cavs' defensive turnaround, being labeled one of the NBA's most underrated players, raising money for small businesses in Cleveland, his Athletes vs. Crohn's and Colitis Foundation and more. This episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by All-Star center Nikola Vucevic, who is having another monster year with the Orlando Magic (averaging 21.1 points, 10.7 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 2.4 threes and 1.0 steals). Vooch discusses Orlando's 6-2 start, Markelle Fultz's season-ending injury, his development into an All-Star, how he added a three-point shot to his arsenal, his goals for this season, his growing family and more. This is episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Alex Kennedy is joined by BasketballNews.com writer Nekias Duncan. They discuss the Wizards-Rockets trade that swapped John Wall (and a first-rounder) for Russell Westbrook, Anthony Davis' five-year deal with Los Angeles, the Lakers' terrific offseason, the Heat's moves, the best under-the-radar moves, their NBA Finals predictions and much more! This episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by his colleague, BasketballNews.com Senior Writer/Editor Spencer Davies. They discuss the latest NBA offseason moves and play a game of "Buy or Sell" to break down a number of different teams and players (including the Los Angeles Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks, Los Angeles Clippers, Phoenix Suns, Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Minnesota Timberwolves, Houston Rockets, Philadelphia 76ers, Sacramento Kings and more). This episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by BasketballNews.com's Vinny Del Negro. They discuss the NBA's coaching changes (including Doc Rivers to Philadelphia, Tom Thibodeau to New York, Steve Nash to Brooklyn, Stan Van Gundy to New Orleans, Billy Donovan to Chicago, Ty Lue to L.A. and Stephen Silas to Houston). Like Nash, Del Negro became an NBA head coach without any coaching experience, so he discusses what's in store for Nash and offers some advice. Del Negro also discusses the condensed offseason, whether he'll return to coaching someday and more. This episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com (http://greensupply.com/) . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy and Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus preview the 2020 NBA offseason, discussing the four teams with significant cap space (the Knicks, Hawks, Pistons and Hornets), the possible condensed schedule, how COVID could impact teams' decision-making, this year's free-agent class, what the Lakers and Clippers might do and much more. This episode is sponsored by Green Supply (http://greensupply.com/) . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy talks to Gabrielle Union about how she got her start as an actor, her "big break," her advice for aspiring actors, her marriage to Dwyane Wade, the banana boat incident, dealing with paparazzi, how the media covers her and Dwyane, speaking out about the toxic workplace at America's Got Talent, what changes she'd like to see in Hollywood, her children's book ("Welcome to the Party") and much more. This episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com (http://greensupply.com/) . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by NBA draft expert Matt Babcock of BasketballNews.com and Babcock Hoops. They preview the 2020 NBA Draft and discuss how COVID-19 has affected the pre-draft process, whether teams will evaluate players differently, the top prospects (including LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards, James Wiseman, Obi Toppin), the biggest sleepers, which teams are looking to make a trade, the most overrated prospects and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by ESPN's Brian Windhorst. They discuss his sportswriting career, his experience covering LeBron James (who was 14 years old when they met), whether LeBron will finish his career with the Los Angeles Lakers, Giannis Antetokounmpo's future, which franchise will form the next super-team, the 2020 free-agency class and much more. This episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com (http://greensupply.com/) . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Kennedy is joined by best-selling author Jeff Pearlman, who has a new book out called "Three Ring Circus: Kobe, Shaq, Phil, and the Crazy Years of the Lakers Dynasty. (https://www.amazon.com/Three-Ring-Circus-Crazy-Lakers-Dynasty-ebook/dp/B081TTYZ6B) " Jeff talks about writing this book, the Shaq-Kobe relationship, his favorite interviews, how Kobe Bryant's death impacted the book, his other Laker book ("Showtime") that's getting made into an HBO show and much more. This episode is sponsored by GreenSupply.com (http://greensupply.com/) . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices