Podcast appearances and mentions of cameron boozer

The cool thing about the summer is that when we get any nuggets about how the team is shaping up, we get to overscrutinize it! Thanks to some intel we received from K Academy, we're able to discuss some notes about the first practices of the summer on DBR Bites #108. Jason received some tips about how some of the Duke players did in a practice done behind closed doors, so he and Donald go through some of the information we received. We discus the buzz around Isaiah Evans and Nik Khamenia, how Cameron Boozer is looking early on, and updates on Maliq Brown's recovery from the shoulder injuries that plagued him in the back half of last season. And finally, there is a report on the newest commitment, Sebastian Wilkins. Sounds like this team is coming together! Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the deadline to enter the transfer portal having passed, Josh, Dustin, and Raul discuss the current outlook for Duke's 2025-26 roster. Topics discussed include: The departure of Tyrese Proctor for the NBA and what he meant to Duke over the last three years How Duke can replace Proctor's volume 3pt shooting and on-ball defense Shelton Henderson's decommitment from Duke and commitment to Miami Caleb Foster returning to Duke for his junior season and what it says about Foster as a person and player How Isaiah Evans can expand upon his role next season Whether Darren Harris can take over Evans' bench role if Evans moves into the starting lineup The frontcourt rotation of Cameron Boozer, Patrick Ngongba, and Maliq Brown Potential actions run between the frontcourt and Isaiah Evans How much Cayden Boozer and Nikolas Khamenia can contribute right away Possible portal additions (specifically the appeal of adding Cedric Coward) General thoughts on Jon Scheyer's roster-building philosophy What it means for Duke to be able to retain so many players To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh, Dustin, and Raul look back on the 2025 season. Topics include: Best overall moment Favorite play - offense Favorite play - defense Biggest pleasant surprise Game they are most likely to rewatch  Most impressive win  Biggest positive takeaway from the season  Biggest “what if” from the season  Then they look forward to the 2025-26 season. They discuss the NBA potential of Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel, and Khaman Maluach. They pick the newcomers they are most excited about. And they share which player they would most like to see return to Duke for another season. Lastly, they discuss last weekend's Nike Hoop Summit, where Cameron Boozer dominated en route to a US victory. They also talk about what they saw out of Cayden Boozer, Nikolas Khamenia, and Duke recruit Nate Ament. [Note: This episode was recorded before Caleb Foster announced his return to Duke and before Shelton Henderson de-committed from Duke.] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are back with Episode 720 as we recap the Nike Hoops Summit that took place this weekend in Portland! Cameron Boozer, Cayden Boozer, and Nik Khamenia (last name pronounced with a silent K) played on Team USA in the men's game, and each of them shined thoughout the week. The biggest star was Cameron Boozer, who lit up the stat sheet and dominated throughout the game. We get into each of the players and how they did and how excited we are to see them in Duke Blue. We also give some updates on Nate Ament's recruitment and some of the rumblings we've heard about what could be affecting his announcement. Of course, we also discuss Emilee Skinner's performance in the women's game and how she fits into Kara Lawson's squad for next year. After the break, we take a look at Vegas, where Duke is the early favorite to win it all in 2026. We discuss some of the other teams, including a couple in the ACC, who are getting some buzz. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introduction 00:00:34 – 01:19 Chris and Matt open the episode discussing North Carolinas weather. A mild storm led to school cancellations, frustrating Chris. Sneaker Talk & March Releases 02:11 – 05:14 Matt shares his excitement over Nike Hyper Smash shoes. Chris criticizes March sneaker releases, calling them the worst hes seen. They discuss the Nigel Sylvester Jordan 4s and Donkey Kong Air Max 1s. Overrated Sneakers & Jordan Union Controversy 05:53 – 07:50 Chris calls the Union Air Jordan 1s overrated and prefers classic Chicago Jordans. Matt dislikes the Jordan NU Retro Low 1 Golf UNC. They joke about overhyped sneakers and StockX resellers. Rawlings Baseball Gloves & Collectibles 07:50 – 10:12 Matt admits he still browses expensive baseball gloves despite not playing anymore. They find a $6,100 Rawlings leather glove sofa chair, mocking its absurd price. Chris compares his love for skateboard decks to Matts love for gloves. NBA Sneaker Culture & Jordan 1 Lows vs. Dunks 10:15 – 13:30 Matt prefers Jordan 1 Lows, while Chris favors Dunks for comfort. Chris owns the Zion Voodoo Jordan 1 Lows, which get compliments but lack comfort. Discussion on comfortable sneaker trends like New Balance 1906s and Asics. Philadelphia 76ers Struggles & NBA Draft 13:46 – 15:40 Chris believes the Sixers should tank to secure a top-six draft pick. Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, and Ace Bailey are among top prospects. Discussion on the 2026 NBA Draft featuring AJ Dybantsa and Cameron Boozer. NBA Trade Talk & Quentin Grimes Rise 16:30 – 17:50 Quentin Grimes, recently acquired by the 76ers from the Mavericks, is excelling. They discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers small guard lineup as a model for Philly. Philadelphia Eagles Offseason Moves 17:50 – 22:50 Darius Slay & James Bradberry were cut. Saquon Barkley signed a massive extension, making him the NFLs first $20M-per-year running back. Zach Baun re-signed for 3 years, $50M, solidifying the Eagles defense. Matt calls Baun "the heart of the defense." Free Agency & Potential Replacements 22:50 – 25:00 Josh Sweat and Milton Williams are unlikely to return. Joey Bosa as a potential low-cost signing is discussed. Chris worries that Bosas production has declined significantly. Deebo Samuel Trade & NFC Outlook 25:00 – 26:50 Chris and Matt dismiss the Washington Commanders trade for Deebo Samuel. They argue that Samuel isnt a true superstar anymore. College Basketball & Villanovas Downfall 26:50 – 28:20 Chris calls for Villanova coach Kyle Neptune to be fired after another disappointing season. Ryan Odom from VCU is a rumored coaching replacement. Reality TV & Pop Culture Talk 28:20 – 30:50 Matt is excited for The Traitors season finale. Chriss household recently binge-watched HBO Maxs Contraband Seized at the Airport. They discuss the new Logan & Jake Paul reality show. Jake Pauls Boxing Career Debate 30:50 – 35:10 Matt rips Jake Pauls boxing record, claiming he only fights washed-up veterans. Chris defends him, pointing out Pauls 11-1 record. Tommy Fury remains Jake Pauls only loss. Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up 35:10 – End Chris jokes about Matts “hatred” of Danny DeVito.

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the best basketball players at each age level. From 17 years old to, the only 40-year old player in the NBA LeBron James. 2:12 Cameron Boozer (17) 5:52 Cooper Flag (18) 8:32 V. J. Edgecombe (19) 10:33 Victor Wembanyama (20) 12:00 Dyson Daniels (21) 18:30 Paolo Banchero (22) 19:36 Anthony Edwards (23) 25:39 Tyrese Haliburton (24) 28:51 Luka Dončić (25) 29:39 Shai Alexander (26) 32:35 Bam Adebayo (27) 34:53 Jalen Brunson (28) 38:20 Nikola Jokic (29) 39:25 Giannis Antetokounmpo (30) 41:05 Anthony Davis (31) 42:00 Kyrie Irving (32) 43:05 Khris Middleton (33) 44:45 Damian Lillard (34) 46:40 Jimmy Butler (35) 47:12 Kevin Durant or Steph Curry (36) 51:15 Mike Conley Jr. (37), Al Horford (38), Chris Paul (39), Lebron James (40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the best basketball players at each age level. From 17 years old to, the only 40-year old player in the NBA LeBron James. 2:12 Cameron Boozer (17) 5:52 Cooper Flag (18) 8:32 V. J. Edgecombe (19) 10:33 Victor Wembanyama (20) 12:00 Dyson Daniels (21) 18:30 Paolo Banchero (22) 19:36 Anthony Edwards (23) 25:39 Tyrese Haliburton (24) 28:51 Luka Dončić (25) 29:39 Shai Alexander (26) 32:35 Bam Adebayo (27) 34:53 Jalen Brunson (28) 38:20 Nikola Jokic (29) 39:25 Giannis Antetokounmpo (30) 41:05 Anthony Davis (31) 42:00 Kyrie Irving (32) 43:05 Khris Middleton (33) 44:45 Damian Lillard (34) 46:40 Jimmy Butler (35) 47:12 Kevin Durant or Steph Curry (36) 51:15 Mike Conley Jr. (37), Al Horford (38), Chris Paul (39), Lebron James (40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh, Dustin, and Raul start the episode by reacting to the commitment of Cayden and Cameron Boozer to Duke. They talk about whether Miami was ever truly the favorite, plus what it means for Jon Scheyer to land legacy recruits. They also look at how the Boozers will impact next year's Duke team. Then they get into the episode proper, featuring special guest John Watson of thedevilsden.com. First they recap Dustin's experience at ACC Media Day. They listen to quotes from Jon Scheyer about 3pt shooting and Tyrese Proctor about the impact of Khaman Maluach. Then John Watson shares his experiences attending a Duke Men's Basketball practice. He gives his thoughts on the team's overall ceiling, and the roles of various players. Who was running point guard between Foster and Proctor? What is impressing people so much about Knueppel? How does Cooper impact the game regardless of how much he scores? After that, they touch base about various recruiting targets. Note: because this section of the podcast was recorded before the Boozers' commitment, their potential commitment is discussed in more hypothetical terms. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh and Raul are joined by Steve Clark of thedevilsden.com to talk about his recent experiences attending Peach Jam and the Adidas 3SSB Championship. While there, Steve was able to watch and interview multiple high-level recruits, many of them on Duke's radar. Topics discussed include: Cameron Boozer vs. AJ Dybantsa Koa Peat as a passer Acaden Lewis's feel in the pick and roll Jalen Haralson's foul-drawing Nate Ament's growth as a prospect Shelton Henderson's friendship with Ament and their desire to play together The 2025 recruit Steve would most like to see Duke land Who is most likely to end up at Duke Other 2025 players to watch out for Then they turn their attention to 2026 where they discuss: Why Duke doesn't have any offers out to 2026 players yet Who is most likely to get a Duke offer soon How the portal and NIL have shifted Duke's recruiting philosophy The possible upside of having more avenues to add players each offseason The strength of the 2026 class compared to 2025, particularly at the top Some names to watch out for in 2026 (Brandon McKoy, Caleb Holt, Jordan Smith, etc) Lastly, they talk about the NBA buzz around Duke freshman Kon Knueppel. Steve relays what he's heard from multiple NBA scouts regarding Knueppel's game. You can read Steve's interviews and articles here: https://247sports.com/college/duke/user/steveclark/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The beginning of College Basketball's Live summer period is HERE, and with that comes the summer Tournaments -- the Adidas 3SSB and Peach Jam. Adam Finklestein will join the guys to help break down the Class of 2026 and get you the names to know in the new recruiting battles. (01:54) - Is this the most stress-free Peach Jam in history? (12:54) - Are the amount of offers for certain high school prospects declining? (20:000 - Is the gap closing between Adidas 3SSB and Peach Jam? (27:30) - Darryn Peterson and Koa Peat observations (39:00) - AJ Dybantsa observations (54:38) - Cameron Boozer observations and potential recruitment (1:00:00) - Caleb Wilson and other players who have popped Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Kyle_Boone @DavidWCobb @NataTheScribe You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast," or "Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast." Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.com Visit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw For more college hoops coverage, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The impressive Duke football team gets back in action this weekend... and star QB Riley Leonard might actually play. The Duke Basketball Roundup team are thrilled with that report and they use it as a launching off point to discuss the "backyard brawl" coming up against NC State. Duke has visions of big things this season and need to take care of business against a decent Wolfpack team. After the break, Jason, Donald, and Sam also get into a quick chats about a series of other stories... there's Mike Elko's profile in The Athletic, Duke and St. John's maybe getting ready to play at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Kansas basketball getting in trouble with the NCAA (not!), and news that one of the most coveted basketball recruits around has decided to move up a year and put himself in the same class as Cameron Boozer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rafael Barlowe is joined by his brother James to share their thoughts and opinions on three prospects that many believe are the three best long term prospects in the world. Cooper Flagg, AJ Dybantsa and Cameron Boozer only 16 years old, but have generated significant draft buzz over the last 12 months leading many to believe each can be the top pick and a franchise player in their respective draft class. In the last segment Rafael and James rank the three prospect in their personal order.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IbottaIbotta gives you cash back on hundreds of grocery items from produce to personal care to pantry goods, so you can make sure you're beating inflation no matter what you're purchasing! Go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code locked. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free water bottle with any purchase. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you.FanDuelThis episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEWcustomers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rafael Barlowe is joined by his brother James to share their thoughts and opinions on three prospects that many believe are the three best long term prospects in the world. Cooper Flagg, AJ Dybantsa and Cameron Boozer only 16 years old, but have generated significant draft buzz over the last 12 months leading many to believe each can be the top pick and a franchise player in their respective draft class. In the last segment Rafael and James rank the three prospect in their personal order. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Ibotta gives you cash back on hundreds of grocery items from produce to personal care to pantry goods, so you can make sure you're beating inflation no matter what you're purchasing! Go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code locked.  Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.  Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free water bottle with any purchase. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you. FanDuel This episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEWcustomers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Kentucky Wildcats were paid a visit from Cameron Boozer and Cayden Boozer this weekend. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses the Boozer Twins' trip to Lexington. Could we see the two commit to play for Big Blue Nation and John Calipari? Kentucky basketball also has announced a pair of exhibition games they will play before the start of the 2023-24 college basketball season. Kentucky State and Georgetown College will face off against the Wildcats. Dawe gives three things we could learn about Kentucky during those games. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Nutrafol Take the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com/men and enter the promo code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE.  DoorDash Get fifty percent off your first DoorDash order up to a twenty-dollar value when you use code lockedoncollege at checkout. Limited time offer, terms apply. Jase Medical Save more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. Athletic Brewing Go to AthleticBrewing.com and enter code LOCKEDON to get 15% off your first online order or find a store near you! Athletic Brewing. Milford, CT and San Diego, CA. Near Beer. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS – GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Kentucky Wildcats were paid a visit from Cameron Boozer and Cayden Boozer this weekend.On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses the Boozer Twins' trip to Lexington. Could we see the two commit to play for Big Blue Nation and John Calipari?Kentucky basketball also has announced a pair of exhibition games they will play before the start of the 2023-24 college basketball season. Kentucky State and Georgetown College will face off against the Wildcats. Dawe gives three things we could learn about Kentucky during those games.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!NutrafolTake the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com/men and enter the promo code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. DoorDashGet fifty percent off your first DoorDash order up to a twenty-dollar value when you use code lockedoncollege at checkout. Limited time offer, terms apply.Jase MedicalSave more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com.Athletic BrewingGo to AthleticBrewing.com and enter code LOCKEDON to get 15% off your first online order or find a store near you! Athletic Brewing. Milford, CT and San Diego, CA. Near Beer.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS – GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Leader Johnson talks why Kiyan Anthony and Bryce James cab repeat history breaks down their games. He talks who is better between future number one overall picks Cooper Flagg and Cameron Boozer. Leader talks what makes this Villanova roster different and why Philadelphia Eagles defense is scary --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leader-johnson/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leader-johnson/support

Khalid and Jamal talk about the summer basketball season. Khalid, fresh off an impressive Peach Jam coaching his 15u New Heights Lightning team, talks about the performance of his team, standouts like Jermel Thomas and Deron Rippey, standouts from all age groups like Cooper Flagg and Cameron Boozer and gives his thoughts on the college recruiting process and what kids and parents need to know.

Bucketheads' is the only men's basketball-focused podcast on the Land-Grant Podcast Network, co-hosts Connor Lemons and Justin Golba give the latest scoop on the Ohio State Buckeyes as well as all the other happenings in the college hoops world. ‘Bucketheads' will be released every other Thursday during the offseason. On episode 80 of the “Bucketheads” podcast, Justin and Connor talked to Andrew Zoldan of The Basketball Tournament. Zoldan is the social media manager for “The Basketball Tournament” and “The Soccer Tournament,” as well as one of the co-hosts of the “Drive the Lane Podcast” with another friend of the pod Joey Lane. The boys talked to Zoldan about Carmen's Crew return to TBT, what we should expect with the new crew, what it takes to be successful in TBT and what are some new teams we as fans of the event should be excited about. Plus, how awesome is the atmosphere if you go to the event? Before the interview, we provide a quick update on the 2024 class and rave about how good the 2025 class could be. Is Darryn Peterson as good as Cooper Flagg and Cameron Boozer? Connect with the Podcast: Twitter: @BucketheadsLGHL Connect with Connor: Twitter: @lemons_connor Connect with Justin: Twitter: @justin_golba Connect with Andrew Twitter: @AndrewZoldan Connect with TBT: Twitter: @thetournament Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Caleb Williams being the next great NFL QB (1:53),to my Summer League Takeaways on some of the top NBA Rookies (6:38), Cooper Flagg vs Cameron Boozer (20:49), & Wimbledon (29:52) on this loaded episode . Tap in and enjoy the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dj-hamilton5/message

Jonathan Taylor sees the future in Josh Jacobs and Saquon Barkley's struggles to get paid, and he tweets about it! Colts offensive stats are impressive compared to those of the Chicago Bears, despite the Bears being around since the very beginning of the NFL. Cameron Boozer is the best high school player I've ever seen - and by the way, I did not see LeBron James play while he was in high school! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With NBA free agency wrapping up, what are the remaining holes facing the Denver Nuggets, Milwaukee Bucks, Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns? Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the biggest weaknesses of every main NBA championship contender. First, a close look at the NBA in-season tournament and what we can learn from the WNBA's approach to the Commissioner's Cup. Plus, it's time to get hyped up about Cooper Flagg, Cameron Boozer, Koa Peat and the 2026 NBA Draft. 0:00 Intro 1:30 NBA Cup good or bad? 13:20 Expansion thoughts 19:41 Nuggets weakness 26:37 Heat weakness 30:55 Celtics weakness 36:54 Bucks weakness 43:05 Suns weakness 50:25 Lakers weakness 56:21 Warriors weakness 1:03:09 Slop of the Week starring Dion Waiters 1:06:20 2026 NBA Draft hype This episode was produced by Jake Stephens and Dillon Hiser. ________________________________________________________________________ Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketball Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfans Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb... Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshow Please subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of CBB Central, Brad and Kevin dish on some college hoops odds and ends as the transfer portal dries up. They discuss an entertaining weekend at the EYBL Peach Jam, analyzing the explosion of Cooper Flagg, the excitement surrounding 2025 and 2026 talent like Cameron Boozer, AJ Dybantsa and Tyran Stokes. Next up is the latest on a bizarre saga at West Virginia, where Bob Huggins seems to believe he's still the coach? Meanwhile, players keep departing, leaving the Mountaineers with just nine scholarship players. Plus, a couple other commitments to touch on, including whether Paul Mulcahy makes Washington a tournament team and how the Ithiel Horton addition helps Rodney Terry and Texas.

West Virginia head coach Bob Huggins revealed over the weekend he did not actually resign from his job, and expects to return to the sidelines next season or else take legal action against the university. It's another chapter in what has been a really sad saga for coach Huggins the last few months, and makes life a lot harder for interim head coach Josh Eilert and the players still remaining with the Mountaineers. Cooper Flagg's excellent performance at Peach Jam has him rising over Cameron Boozer in the Class of 2025 rankings, and we debate who we'd rather have and discuss why these two are critical for the future of high school basketball in the transfer portal era. Finally, we close out the show discussing six former college stars who are making headlines at NBA Summer League, including a pair from Arkansas in Anthony Black and Jordan Walsh as well as Jaime Jaquez from UCLA and undrafted star Colin Castleton from Florida. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

West Virginia head coach Bob Huggins revealed over the weekend he did not actually resign from his job, and expects to return to the sidelines next season or else take legal action against the university. It's another chapter in what has been a really sad saga for coach Huggins the last few months, and makes life a lot harder for interim head coach Josh Eilert and the players still remaining with the Mountaineers.Cooper Flagg's excellent performance at Peach Jam has him rising over Cameron Boozer in the Class of 2025 rankings, and we debate who we'd rather have and discuss why these two are critical for the future of high school basketball in the transfer portal era.Finally, we close out the show discussing six former college stars who are making headlines at NBA Summer League, including a pair from Arkansas in Anthony Black and Jordan Walsh as well as Jaime Jaquez from UCLA and undrafted star Colin Castleton from Florida.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

On Episode 165 of the Ballislife In The Paint Show, hosts Ronnie Flores, Ani Umana and Chelsea Hopkins recap the 2023 BIL NBA Draft Show. The ITP Crew was on the money with their top six predictions, but the draft was full of surprises thereafter. The crew dishes on whom they feel will standout outside the lottery and on some second round picks they look forward to seeing in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas and whom might stick. The crew also dish on NBA free agency and the latest moves, including Dame Lillard's trade request from the Portland Trailblazers. Did the Blazers make a mistake by not moving him earlier? Did the timing cause the Blazers to lose leverage with trade scenarios? How will he fit with the Miami Heat? The crew offers various opinions on the scenario. Ani and Chelsea also dish on the upcoming NBA Summer League and what their looking forward to while Ron and Ani detail their grassroots schedule for the month of July and recap the NBPA Top 100 Camp and the June Scholastic Live Period events they attended. Ani recaps the prestigious camp and the matchup between Cameron Boozer and Cooper Flagg. Ron dishes on the potential of the terrific 2025 class in light of Boozer's team at Columbus (Miami, Fla.) dominating the Section 7 Team Camp in Arizona. Is Columbus the best high school team in the country heading into the 2023-24 season? Ron also breaks down top stock-risers and both Section 7 and the inaugural California Live event in Orange County, while Ani dishes on his sleepers from the TABC scholastic live event in Texas. The fellas also dish on what the scholastic live period did for college coaches and what it means for July live period recruiting. There is alot that just went down in hoops and alot coming up in July, so make sure to tune in to Episode 165 from start to finish! (0:00) - Intro (2:14) - Recapping the 2023 NBA Draft (6:45) - NBA Draft: Winners & Sleepers! (11:22) - NBA Teams: Getting Out of the Middle (16:45) - Lonzo Ball: Career at Crossroads? (19:55) - NBA Free Agency: Dish on Dame Lillard (34:24) - NBA Summer League: Interesting Players/Storylines (38:49) - June Scholastic Live Period: How It Changes July (45:55) - Scholastic Period Rundown: Stock-Risers (54:20) - NBPA Top 100: Boozer vs. Flagg & Top Performers (59:31) - Class of 2025: How Good Can It Be? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryson Tiller becomes the seventh player in the class of 2025 offered a scholarship by Hubert Davis and the Tar Heels. He joins Cameron Boozer, Cayden Boozer, Caleb Wilson, Koa Peat, Isiah Harwell, and Darryn Peterson. Interestingly, Tiller is the first player Carolina has offered coming out of the Overtime Elite program, which created a new path for players to be able to be part of an OTE scholarship program, allowing them to maintain NCAA eligibility. Tiller is a consensus top-10 recruit and would be a big get for Coach Davis and the Heels. Moving up to the class of 2024, the Tar Heels made the final three schools for Jarin Stevenson, along with Alabama and Virginia. Stevenson suggested to 247Sports that he'd like to make a decision about college by the end of the weekend, but the weekend has come and gone with no decision. We wait to find out, as well as any decision on re-classifying to 2023 vs. staying in 2024. The UNC football program has signed Antavious Lane, a transfer from Georgia State, who will serve to help bolster the secondary. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Bryson Tiller becomes the seventh player in the class of 2025 offered a scholarship by Hubert Davis and the Tar Heels. He joins Cameron Boozer, Cayden Boozer, Caleb Wilson, Koa Peat, Isiah Harwell, and Darryn Peterson. Interestingly, Tiller is the first player Carolina has offered coming out of the Overtime Elite program, which created a new path for players to be able to be part of an OTE scholarship program, allowing them to maintain NCAA eligibility. Tiller is a consensus top-10 recruit and would be a big get for Coach Davis and the Heels.Moving up to the class of 2024, the Tar Heels made the final three schools for Jarin Stevenson, along with Alabama and Virginia. Stevenson suggested to 247Sports that he'd like to make a decision about college by the end of the weekend, but the weekend has come and gone with no decision. We wait to find out, as well as any decision on re-classifying to 2023 vs. staying in 2024.The UNC football program has signed Antavious Lane, a transfer from Georgia State, who will serve to help bolster the secondary.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

It's June 15, Contact Day for the upcoming junior class (2025) where coaches can now be the ones to initiate contact. With that in mind, eight of the top 10 players in the class are consensus across the four major recruiting services (247Sports, ESPN, On3, Rivals). Those players are Cameron Boozer, Cooper Flagg, Koa Peat, Meleek Thomas, Darryn Peterson, Isiah Harwell, and Jalen Haralson. Viewership is out for the NBA Finals Game 5 and the NCAA Championship between UConn and San Diego State beat the NBA. In fact the 2023 Championship game was the most watched basketball game since…the 2022 Championship game. Jalen Bridges is back for Baylor, and it's big news for Scott Drew. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

It's June 15, Contact Day for the upcoming junior class (2025) where coaches can now be the ones to initiate contact. With that in mind, eight of the top 10 players in the class are consensus across the four major recruiting services (247Sports, ESPN, On3, Rivals). Those players are Cameron Boozer, Cooper Flagg, Koa Peat, Meleek Thomas, Darryn Peterson, Isiah Harwell, and Jalen Haralson.Viewership is out for the NBA Finals Game 5 and the NCAA Championship between UConn and San Diego State beat the NBA. In fact the 2023 Championship game was the most watched basketball game since…the 2022 Championship game.Jalen Bridges is back for Baylor, and it's big news for Scott Drew.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Cameron Boozer is the No. 1 player in the class of 2025 and the reigining Gatorade National Player of the Year, as a sophomore. His twin brother Cayden plays a different position and is six inches shorter, but is a gifted basketball player as well. The Boozers are the sons of Duke legend Carlos, and yet special enough for Hubert Davis to offer a scholarship. What makes these two young men so special? What are their skill sets? How would they fit at UNC? The tennis team carries on in the singles and doubles NCAA Tournaments. UNC Baseball is back in action today against Virginia. A win propels them to the ACC Tournament semifinals. The ACC Board of Directors has proposed a new postseason merit-based revenue distribution plan, which will kick into career for the 2024-25 academic year. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Cameron Boozer is the No. 1 player in the class of 2025 and the reigining Gatorade National Player of the Year, as a sophomore. His twin brother Cayden plays a different position and is six inches shorter, but is a gifted basketball player as well. The Boozers are the sons of Duke legend Carlos, and yet special enough for Hubert Davis to offer a scholarship. What makes these two young men so special? What are their skill sets? How would they fit at UNC?The tennis team carries on in the singles and doubles NCAA Tournaments.UNC Baseball is back in action today against Virginia. A win propels them to the ACC Tournament semifinals.The ACC Board of Directors has proposed a new postseason merit-based revenue distribution plan, which will kick into career for the 2024-25 academic year.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Kentucky basketball has offered twins Cameron Boozer and Cayden Boozer. The last time the Kentucky Wildcats landed twins, they were pretty successful. Cameron Boozer is the No. 1 player in the 2025 class and is currently being compared to Paolo Banchero of the Orlando Magic. Cayden Boozer is a very solid player in his own right; he is similar to five-star Tre Johnson in the way he operates and moves. If John Calipari were able to pull one or both of the Boozer twins away from Duke basketball, the suspected favorites to land at least one of them, it would be impressive. Chad Baker-Mazara, a transfer from Northwest Florida, has been contacted by Kentucky. Baker-Mazara is a Shai Gilgeous-Alexander type guard who is an excellent three-point shooter. Dawe discusses what Baker-Mazara could do for Kentucky... only if Antonio Reeves doesn't return. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Birddogs Today's episode is brought to you by Birddogs. Go to birddogs.com/lockedoncollege and when you enter promo code, LOCKEDONCOLLEGE, they'll throw in a free custom birddogs Yeti-style tumbler with every order. Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kentucky basketball has offered twins Cameron Boozer and Cayden Boozer.The last time the Kentucky Wildcats landed twins, they were pretty successful. Cameron Boozer is the No. 1 player in the 2025 class and is currently being compared to Paolo Banchero of the Orlando Magic. Cayden Boozer is a very solid player in his own right; he is similar to five-star Tre Johnson in the way he operates and moves. If John Calipari were able to pull one or both of the Boozer twins away from Duke basketball, the suspected favorites to land at least one of them, it would be impressive.Chad Baker-Mazara, a transfer from Northwest Florida, has been contacted by Kentucky. Baker-Mazara is a Shai Gilgeous-Alexander type guard who is an excellent three-point shooter. Dawe discusses what Baker-Mazara could do for Kentucky... only if Antonio Reeves doesn't return.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BirddogsToday's episode is brought to you by Birddogs. Go to birddogs.com/lockedoncollege and when you enter promo code, LOCKEDONCOLLEGE, they'll throw in a free custom birddogs Yeti-style tumbler with every order.Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Episode 160 of the Ballislife In The Paint Show, hosts Ronnie Flores, Ani Umana and Chelsea Hopkins go in on the NBA Playoffs, the Ballislife All-American Game, and announce the recipient of the 2022-23 Mr. Basketball USA National Player of the Year honor. The 10th annual Ballislife All-American Game is set for Saturday, May 6 and Ron drops a discount promo code for tickets that can be purchased on ballislifeallamerican.com. Ani gives some quick insight on what he's looking forward to in this year's game and gives a quick recap of the Iverson Classic. Chelsea shares some insight she picked up while coaching her Mountain West Premier 15U club team on the circuit? Is the momentum from the historic W NCAA Final Four carrying over to the club level? Chelsea gives a quick breakdown and dishes on some future W NCAA standouts. Cameron Boozer, a sophomore from Columbus (Miami, Fla.), is announced as the 2022-23 Mr. Basketball USA National Player of the Year. He is the first sophomore ever to be named national player of the year. Ever. Ron goes over the voting results and what it means now and historically. Ani gives his reaction to the voting results (Boozer beat out seniors Isaiah Collier, Ron Holland and D.J. Wagner) and Chelsea dishes on the meaning of a sophomore earning the nation's highest individual honor. Have we learned our lessons about hyping young players? With the NBA's new Collective Bargaining Agreement in play for seven seasons (through 2029-30), crew dish on the "One and Done" era continuing and what it means for players on all levels. The ITP Crew goes hard on the NBA Playoffs and its storylines with the younger, less experienced teams knocked out in the first round of the playoffs. The ITP crew talks about the more experienced teams peaking at the right time with perhaps less emphasis on regular season record i.e. Load Management. Is experienced over-stated or do untimely injuries have more to do with first round results? Can Miami duplicate their 2020 bubble playoff run? Just how great of a playoff performer is Jimmy Butler? Why is the Denver Nuggets not getting their just due as a true title contender? Why are fans so far at either end of the spectrum when it comes to the Golden State Warriors? Is it the brashness of Draymond Green or are fans just tired of the Warriors winning? The ITP crew also gives their predictions of the conference semifinal round. Is the Lakers vs. Warriors the most highly anticipated conference semifinal matchup ever? Ate these legacy games for LeBron James and Steph Curry or are fans and the media being prisoners of the moment? The ITP crew breaks it all down in this action-packed episode, so make sure to tune in to Episode 160 from start to finish! (0:00) - Intro (2:41) - Ballislife A-A Game (5/6) Info & Ticket Promo (5:49) - Girls Hoops: Travel Ball Buzz & Impact HS Players (13:13) - Mr. Basketball USA: Sophomore Cameron Boozer (16:25) - Chelsea's Dish on Pressure For Young Elite Players (19:07) - Breakdown of Mr. Basketball Tracker Voting Results (28:10) - One & Done Stays w/new Collective Bargaining Agreement (39:43) - NBA Playoffs: Experienced Teams Peaking at Right Time (45:58) - Playoff Jimmy: Knowing The Moment & Carrying The Heat (51:59) - NBA Playoff Predictions: Who's Conference Finalists? (1:01:13) - Golden State Warriors: People Tired of Them Winning? (1:10:56) - Appreciating Steph Curry: Top 5 GOAT?! (1:18:59) - Jordan Poole: Fortunes Can Change Fast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis described Florida as "where woke goes to die" during a rally Thursday promoting his book at Adventure Outdoor in Smyrna, the Cobb County gun store that was the center of a controversial ATF inspection this week.  The governor used the event to pitch Florida as a state that is flourishing under his leadership, while claiming others led by Democrats are regressing. He also credited his approach to governance, which is not beholden to opinion polling, as the reason for the influx of people in Florida, saying "bold leadership is rewarded." DeSantis spent much of his speech denouncing COVID lockdowns and praised Florida's decision not to follow federal COVID recommendations. He also touched on other topics such as law enforcement, the southern border, and, what he calls, "wokeness." Governor DeSantis has not officially announced his intention to run in the 2024 Republican presidential primary, but many consider him to be the main GOP challenger to former President Donald Trump, who now has his own battles as he was indicted in New York on 34 counts of business fraud on Thursday. The Kell boys basketball season came to an end in the second round of “The Throne,” a 16-team, high school national championship tournament at Morehouse College on Thursday. Cameron Boozer, the Gatorade National Boys Basketball Player of the Year, scored 28 points, on 11-of-19 shooting and pulled down nine rebounds, to lead Columbus Florida past the Longhorns 66-53. The Explorers advanced to the tournament semifinals where they will face D.J. Wagner and Camden New Jersey. Kell was led by Peyton Marshall's 15 points and eight rebounds. Cannon Richards and Parrish Johnson each had 11 points. Cayden Boozer finished with 16 points and Malik Abdullahi added 14 points and 11 rebounds for Columbus. USF officially introduced former Kennesaw State coach Amir Abdur-Rahim as the men's basketball coach, in a bid to revitalize the team that has had one winning season since its last NCAA Tournament appearance in 2012. Abdur-Rahim helped transform Kennesaw State into a contender that reached the NCAA tournament this year. He has said that he wants to build his roster with high school talent and will focus on in-state players as well as seeking foreign talent. While Abdur-Rahim utilized the Transfer Portal at KSU, he said he wants to try to build the foundation of his Bulls' program with Florida high school talent.  Abdur-Rahim is also a fan of the USF women's basketball team coach, Jose Fernandez, who just led the Bulls to their 9th NCAA tournament appearance in his 23-year tenure in Tampa. Dr. Ben Wynne will be presenting his book "Something in the Water: A History of Music in Macon, Georgia, 1823-1980" as part of the Georgia Writers Museum's Meet the Author series on April 4 at 7 p.m. The event will feature soul food and a DJ playing hits by Macon musicians. The book includes stories of the Allman Brothers Band, who lived in The Big House in Macon from 1970-1973, and whose history is preserved in an interactive museum. Attendees can pre-order the book and Dr. Wynne will be signing copies after his presentation. The event costs $45 per person, $80 per couple or $200 for a VIP Table for six guests. Registration is available on the Georgia Writers Museum's website. Kennesaw State University senior Kevin Tran has been conducting research for two years, developing compliant mechanisms and creating his own 3D-printed lab prototypes for testing and research. Tran, a mechanical engineering major, is one of four Research Students of the Year for the Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology. He believes that conducting research is important as it allows individuals to improve their skills and collaborate with like-minded people, which can be beneficial for any engineering field. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu. Debora Herndon was recently sworn in as the first District 6 council member for the new city of Mableton. Herndon ran unopposed and received 539 votes in the election. Herndon was endorsed by the De-Annexation from Mableton group, which is pushing for parts of the city that voted against incorporation last fall to be removed from the city. Herndon said that she decided to run after hearing that her area, the northwest portion of the city, would be included in its boundaries. Herndon is planning meetings with other city leaders and officials to learn more about zoning, code enforcement, and services the city is expected to offer. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      #RonDeSantis #Republican #Trump #Decision2024 -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com        See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three people were seriously injured in an early morning crash on Whitlock Avenue in Marietta Monday.  The crash happened around 6 a.m. Monday morning when a car crossed over the centerline on Whitlock Avenue near Winn Street, according to Marietta Police Department spokesman Chuck McPhilamy. The vehicle collided head-on with another vehicle headed in the opposite direction. McPhilamy said the drivers of both vehicles were seriously injured in the crash, while a passenger in one of the cars was ejected from the vehicle and also seriously injured. The three injured people were taken to the hospital. There could soon be two Ojularis playing defense in the NFL. Two years after former Georgia linebacker Azeez Ojulari left Georgia to turn pro, his bother, BJ, an edge-rusher and outside linebacker and LSU, is about to follow him.  The former Marietta High School standout made it official Sunday when he made the announcement on social media. Ojulari is looking to follow in the footsteps of his brother, who was selected by the New York Giants in the second round of the 2021 draft with the 50th overall pick. Ojulari, a 6-foot-3, 250-pound junior, has had 58 tackles, 5½ sacks, 8½ tackles for loss and a forced fumble this season, earning All-Southeastern Conference first-team honors. Over his three-year career in Baton Rouge, he has had 129 tackles, 25 tackles for loss, 16½ sacks and 25 quarterback hurries.  LSU is scheduled to face Purdue in the Citrus Bowl on January 2. It has not been determined if Ojulari will play in the bowl game. Ojulari has been projected to be a late first-round or early second-round selection in April's draft. ESPN analyst Todd McShay has Ojulari ranked as the fifth-best outside linebacker on his draft board, behind Alabama's Will Anderson, Army's Andre Carter, Georgia Tech's Keion White and Georgia's Nolan Smith. Fellow ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr. has Ojulari ranked seventh. Sonja Natasha Brown was sworn in Thursday evening as the newest judge on the Cobb Superior Court bench. Brown, a Cobb magistrate judge and past president of the Georgia Association of Black Woman Attorneys, replaces retiring Judge Robert Flournoy III. She defeated James Luttrell in a runoff election this summer with 64% of the vote. As a Superior Court judge, Brown will be tasked with handling felony criminal cases, civil disputes, real estate matters and more. With Brown's accession to the bench, she becomes the third Black person to hold a Superior Court judgeship in Cobb, after Kellie Hill and Angela Brown were elected in 2020. Chief Magistrate Judge Brendan Murphy noted the Superior Court bench will also now, for the first time, be majority woman.   Despite cloudy skies at Piedmont Church's annual “Christmas at Piedmont,” children flocked to the petting zoo's goats and llamas and waited in a lengthy line for a snow slide with a tube. And, of course, there was the opportunity to share wish lists with Santa. Meanwhile, more than 20 elementary school choirs performed on two stages, and people shopped for the holidays at an arts and crafts market of local vendors during the free event off Piedmont Road. Marlon Longacre, one of Piedmont's pastors, estimated 13,000 to 15,000 people attended the two-day event. Last year's event raised $24,500 for local schools, according to Longacre. This year's main sponsor was Superior Plumbing. Longacre said the event provided an outlet for the music programs of schools in unincorporated northeast Cobb, comparing it to holiday events usually thrown by city governments, like Santa's arrival in Acworth. Piedmont Senior Pastor Ike Reighard, also CEO and president of the nonprofit MUST Ministries, said he hoped the event allowed parents with busy schedules to see their kids perform.   Wheeler suffered its first loss of the season in a battle of nationally ranked teams. Number 10 Columbus, from Florida, defeated the Number 7 Wildcats 73-70 on Saturday in the Battle of the Peach at Wheeler High School. Columbus was led by a combined 44 points by the Boozer brothers – Cameron and Cayden – the sons for former NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer. Wheeler led 37-32 at the half, but Columbus rallied in the third quarter to take a 56-51 lead behind 14 points in the period by Cameron Boozer. Wheeler's Isaiah Collier, Jelani Hamilton and Arrinten Page combined for 57 of the Wildcats' points. Wheeler will travel to Florida to play Tampa Catholic in the City of Palms Classic on Friday.   At the Battery Atlanta there is an ongoing holiday double feature — Santa himself, behind the desk of one of his many remote offices, and a holiday market featuring minority-owned businesses. Sponsored by Truist, through Christmas Eve, “Santa's Post Office” will be open at 800 Battery Ave. People can visit and take pictures with Santa while delivering their wish lists to Santa and do some holiday shopping, complimentary gift wrapping included. Visiting with Santa is also free. Odette Shirley owns the self-care boutique Maison Jovence and said that on the first day of the holiday market, her business made about double what her pop-ups usually make. She sold out of many of her candles. Another business owner, Omar “Chilly-O” Mitchell, said he was happy to see the support for Black-owned businesses. His clothing company, Chilly-O Culture Co, has been a mainstay of the Atlanta street wear scene, according to Chilly-O's partner for this pop-up, who goes by the name Lurchero. Chilly-O and Lurchero said they go way back in the Atlanta art scene. Lurchero is the creator and owner of Only Positive Energy, a brand that curates and produces art exhibitions and events around Atlanta. Only Positive Energy partnered with Chilly-O Culture Co for the holiday market, jointly selling Chilly-O's clothes bearing the OPE brand. Santa, the ultimate holiday celebrity, was a major draw, according to parents at the market. Avery Kaczynski, a 6-year-old from Vinings, said she asked Santa if she was on the good list. She added that she hopes to get a coffee-making set to practice her barista skills. She wants to be a barista someday. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com                    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Episode 135 of the Ballislife In The Paint Show, hosts Ronnie Flores and Ani Umana go hard in the paint on the recent grassroots events they attended (NBPA Top 100 Camp, FCP All-West Camp) and the live scholastic event (TABC Showcase). Ron and Ani break down each event's top performers and stock-risers, including names such as G.G. Jackson (NBPA Top 100 Camp MOP) and Baye Fall, a standout at both the Pangos and NBPA Camps. Ani reveals his top performers and NBPA Top 100 Camp player rankings. Ani also gives an update on Bronny James, who doesn't play often in individual grassroots events, and where he stands among the national Class of 2023. Ani also talks TABC Showcase and fast-rising prospects who stood out in Texas' live scholastic period event while Ron also breaks down some of his top performers from the FullCourt Press All-West Camp which took place in SoCal during the dead period, July 1-2. Jared McCain of Centennial (Corona, Calif.) was a standout at the NBPA Top 100 camp and his high school teammate, Eric Freeny, was an All-West Camp standout. Ron dishes on more sleepers and 2025 prospects who made a name for themselves at All-West, while Ani gives his quick take on the 2022 NBA Draft and plans for the upcoming July grassroots live periods. The ITP crew talks about a plethora of prospects in this week's episode, so make sure to tune in from start to finish! (0:00) - Intro (2:03) - Ani's Post-NBA Draft Take (6:25) - Ron's Dish on Risk v. Reward Mentality  (10:55) - Ani's Take on G League Draftees (16:52) - Honest Opinions & Improving Scouting Skill  (18:24) - Ballislife Gear Drop & shop.ballislife.com Discount Code (20:05) - NBPA Top 100 Camp Breakdown (26:43) - NBPA Top 100 Camp Top Players & Rankings  (40:35) - Cameron Boozer & Bronny James: How Good? (1:00:05) - Ani's TABC Showcase 2022 Fast-Risers!  (1:08:07) - Portaling Up or Down: Recruiting Strategies  (1:12:26) - Ron's FCP All-West Fast-Risers! (1:17:25) - Ron's & Ani's July Live Period Schedule  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices