Podcasts about pro basketball

We are back with a recap of the big win by Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez to caputre a world title, we have plenty of fight news and we have a titlle for the NY Knicks in Pro Basketball and the host is headed on a vacation! We cover it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and newsletter to give their insight and takes on it all.Dan MUST talk first about his Knicks finally, finally, after 53 years winning the NBA title Saturday night in San Antonio. Has he gotten memorabilla already? Will he be at the parade on Thursday through Manhattan? It's all discussed.T.J. cares only slightly, as he lives in Florida and is headed on a CRUISE with his family after this show!So we are ready to get to it!First, a recap of the Sataurday night Matchroom Boxing main event at Glendale, ArizonaJesse “Bam” Rodriguez KO6 Antonio Vargas and wins WBA bantamweight title. Bam is rolling and is one of the best in the sport. Now, will he get the mega-fight with Naoya Inoue next or not? The guys go over everything. Then, some newsAnnouncement during the Saturday Matchroom card that super middleweight Diego Pacheco will headline against Immanuwel Aleem on July 26 at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California. Andy Cruz vs. Albert Bell IBF lightweight eliminator in the co-feature.  No is done yet, but PBC is working to make WBA junior welterweight titlist Gary Antuanne Russell to make his second defense against Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz (the WBC interim titlist) in late August or September.  Heavyweight Moses Itauma's summer date has been moved to Aug. 29 in London but the hunt is still on for an opponent as Filip Hrgovic has turned down the fight for August. T.J. wonders on all levels WHAT ARE WE DOING HERE with Itauma, who needs rounds and credibility not fighting more regularly.Next, talks are going on for a mandatory fight between WBA lightweight titlist Gervonta "Tank" Davis and Floyd Schofield. How realistic is this for either of them.Opponents set for Edgar Berlanga and Richardson Hitchins on Zuffa Boxing's NYC debut card July 26 at Madison Square Garden Theater. Berlanga will take on two-time middleweight title challenger Steven Butler and Hitchins, moving up to welterweight, will face Ricardo Salas. Dan has more on the matchups.It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

On this episode of Respect The Game, special guest Omar Waller Founder of Better Than Yesterday Foundation, Pro Basketball player overseas, joins the conversation on how sports go beyond competition and become a foundation for building meaningful relationships. From friendships and teammates to the impact of coaches, the discussion highlights how sports create a sense of community and connection. It also explores the powerful role mentors play, with coaches often becoming father figures and support systems, shaping not just athletes, but young men and women in life. #RespectTheGame #SportsAndLife #BuildingRelationships #Teamwork #Mentorship #CoachesMatter

Knicks in Six! Spurs in Seven! Grizzlies in... FOUR?! There's no telling what is going to happen once the ball is tipped, but that doesn't mean we can't have fun talking about it. With Billy Scafuri!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Dylan Crane⁠, CEO of Crane Financial. Dylan shares his journey from professional basketball to becoming a leading insurance entrepreneur after a major family health crisis reshaped his path. The conversation covers discipline, personal development, leadership, and building a mission-driven company focused on changing lives. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Dylan Crane, CEO of Crane Financial. Dylan shares his journey from professional basketball to becoming a leading insurance entrepreneur after a major family health crisis reshaped his path. The conversation covers discipline, personal development, leadership, and building a mission-driven company focused on changing lives. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LIVE and back in the Zoom Room discussing that epic series opener between OKC and SAS. Also Knicks/Cavs predictions as well as some advice about where LeBron should go next year and WHEN. And thanks to all who listened live on Patreon -- we left the stream up there so you can watch us figure out how to use Streamyard in real time!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailMatthew Hodgson spent his entire career knowing he had the ability and never quite trusting it. The moment basketball was gone, so was everything he thought he knew about himself.He made the Boomers. Had a stint with the Dallas Mavericks. Won championships.And still felt like a loser.When the phone stopped ringing, he was sitting on a beach in Hawaii with an 18-month-old daughter and no plan.What came next was messy. In this episode, Ryan sits down with Matthew Hodgson, former NBL pro and founder of People Performance Advisors, to talk about what it actually looks like to rebuild an identity from scratch.What We Get Into:- Why making the Boomers and having a stint with the Dallas Mavericks still wasn't enough to make him feel good enough- The injury that ended his career and the free agency that confirmed it was over- Sitting on a beach in Hawaii and realising the phone wasn't going to ring- Turning down a masters degree the day after getting accepted and why it was the right call- The job he took that he knew he'd hate and what it taught him anyway- The $100,000 he spent trying to fix his own head while he was still playing- Why he was punishing himself and calling it discipline-  How a kid who wanted basketball coaching accidentally opened the door to his entire career- What he actually does now and why it finally feels like using his strengths- Why he threw out the AI content and started recording straight after training when the feeling hitWant to go deeper?If you are looking for career clarity for your next step, visit www.2ndwind.ioto learn more or book a consult.

We are back in the Zoom room to discuss the regular season, the post season, and EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN: the play-in season. We also recapped how our Over-Under teams did. Spoiler alert: REALLY WELL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this conversation, Obi and Rob break down the real demands of professional basketball — from daily training routines and recovery habits to the discipline required to stay at a high level overseas.They also dive into the state of youth basketball today, discussing how highlight culture has shifted the focus away from fundamentals, basketball IQ, and the habits required to succeed long-term.This conversation happened LIVE on Instagram. Don't miss Obi's next live, follow here: @obiemeganoMake sure to follow us.WONBYONE MHP IG: https://www.instagram.com/wonbyonepodcast WONBYONE IG: https://www.instagram.com/wonby1ne/OBI EMEGANO IG: https://www.instagram.com/obiemegano/VISIT US :  http://wonby1ne.comPODCAST ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wonbyone-podcast/id1603115592PODCAST ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/62QmQX4OTyMcyReHoHo2bi?si=ef0f8b43c7b446f6Podcast Questions 

TVC 728.4: Ed welcomes back actor, author, and documentary filmmaker James Rosin. Jim wrote, produced, and directed Philly Hoops, a deep dive into the early years of one of the NBA's most storied franchises, The Philadelphia Warriors (now the Golden State Warriors), that also traces the rise of professional basketball in the City of Brotherly Love, including the history of the Philadelphia SPHAs, the first professional basketball team in Philadelphia, and a look at the life and legacy of Eddie Gottlieb, the man who not only owned and operated the SPHAs, but was the original owner and coach of the Philadelphia Warriors franchise, not to mention one of the founders of the NBA. Philly Hoops is available on DVD through Amazon.com as well as MovieZyng.com.  

A professional basketball team representing Vancouver is stepping into a fresh chapter with a new name, a new league, and a home opener set for March 7 at Hudson's Bay High School. The Vancouver Bears, formerly known as the Vancouver Volcanoes, are joining the United States Basketball League, bringing back familiar players Markus Golder and Darius Gary while adding international talent to the roster. Owner Curtis Hill says the goal is simple. Give Clark County its own affordable pro basketball experience without fans needing to cross the Columbia River. Learn how the USBL return to the West Coast and the Bears' debut season could reshape the local sports scene by reading the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/sports/pro-basketball-vancouver-bears-set-to-debut-new-name-in-new-league/. #VancouverBears #USBL #VancouverWA #ClarkCountySports #ProBasketball #HudsonsBayHighSchool #LocalSports #PaulValencia

In this episode, we sit down with Nakissa “Keesa K” Koomalsingh — founder and CEO of HOOPQUEENS and the visionary behind Canada's first paid women's basketball league.What started as frustration from lived experience quickly became a movement. After seeing the gaps, barriers, and lack of opportunity for women athletes, Keesa didn't wait for change… she built it. HOOPQUEENS has grown into more than a league — it's a full ecosystem supporting girls and women from youth development all the way to the pro level, on and off the court.We talk about the moment that forced her to pivot, the reality of women's sports in Canada, building community, confidence, mentorship, and why creating your own space can be more powerful than fighting for a seat at someone else's table.This is a conversation about sport, leadership, resilience, and redefining what opportunity looks like.Subscribe for more conversations with athletes, creators, and people building culture from the ground up.

Send a textIn this episode, professional basketball player Jada Walker talks about her journey from a young girl who loved basketball to playing pro overseas.Jada shares how she learned to stay positive even when things got hard. She talks about setting goals, being a good example for her younger brother, and dealing with tough moments in her career. Jada believes that keeping a positive mindset is the most important thing for success. She learned that mistakes are okay and help you get better. She also shares tips on how to stay mentally strong during big games.Jada opens up about her time playing college basketball, moving to play professionally overseas, and all the lessons she learned that helped her become the player she is today. Her story shows that with hard work, a positive attitude, and mental toughness, you can reach your dreams.Support the showProgress is the only Goal clotheshttps://beball-jones.myshopify.com/collections/allFollow the Podcast TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@beballjonespodcast Follow BeBall Jones on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and Facebook @BeBallJones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beballjones/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeBallJonesTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdAFqYm9/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeballJones0Show some support for the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2008789/supporters/new

Former EuroLeague standout James Gist joins The Benas Podcast to talk honestly about life after pro basketball, chasing the NBA dream, and preparing for basketball retirement.Drafted by the San Antonio Spurs and stashed in Europe, James built a high-level career with elite clubs like Partizan and Panathinaikos, winning titles across Europe. He shares what it was like balancing NBA aspirations while fully committing to a professional career overseas — and why mentorship played a key role in his development.James also opens up about his transition into coaching high school players, passing on lessons from his career, and helping the next generation prepare for life both on and off the court. This episode offers valuable insight for players and coaches thinking about retirement and what comes next after basketball.Topics:00:00 Intro1:00 Rookie in Europe & mentorship9:55 NBA dreams19:10 Fan bases & Cultures33:20 Euro coaching vs US coaching40:20 ⁠ProBallers.com⁠45:15 Retirement Process & Identity52:15 Next Generation Mindset1:01:40 Unlearning habits1:05:15 New realizations as a coach1:16:10 ATOs

Send us a textWill Pruitt plays Professional Basketball in Belgium for the Leuven Bears. We first spoke to Will in season 2 as he was entering his Senior season at Lipscomb University with the goal of making it to the NCAA Tournament. Pruitt accomplished his goal in 2025 and shares his experience of playing in the "Big Dance" and what it's been like playing pro ball overseas. 

Wednesday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube got underway with Brandon Marcello, from CBS Sports, tells McElroy & Cubelic how Curt Cignetti has created a new world order in college football, which teams could pull an Indiana next year, and how he'll remember this Indiana football team; then, listeners chime in with their thoughts on having a commissioner of College Football; later, Cole & Greg are wowed that Charles Bediako was made eligible to play in college after being a pro; and finally, we get an all-timer in our Bad Box Score of the Day! "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Benjamin and Chance discuss the implications for Siri and the wider Apple ecosystem now that the Gemini deal is officially signed, and guess when we'll start seeing the first new features ship. Also, they weigh up the appeal of the new Apple Creator Studio bundle, and Chance got to watch basketball courtside through his Vision Pro. And in Happy Hour Plus, the duo discuss the dependability of iCloud as a backup of your data, and what other backup strategies they recommend to use. Join now and save 26% on annual plans with code HAPPY26. Sponsored by Copilot Money: The personal finance app to make your money yours. Until January 20, get 26% off your first year at try.copilot.money/9to5mac. Sponsored by Stamps.com: Send from your computer or phone 24/7. Try Stamps.com risk-free for sixty days with code happyhour. Sponsored by 1Password: Take the first step to better security by securing your team's credentials. Find out more at 1password.com/happyhour and start securing every login. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Join now and save 26% on annual plans with code HAPPY26 until February 1. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple confirms Google's Gemini will power new Siri features Apple to fine-tune Gemini independently, no Google branding on Siri, more Apple will pay billions for Gemini after OpenAI declined Will Apple-Google AI deal impact user privacy? Here's what Apple says Eddy Cue touts ‘record-breaking year' for Apple services, including TV, Music, more Apple debuts 'Apple Creator Studio' subscription, here's what you get Pages, Numbers, Keynote, and Freeform becoming freemium apps Apple announces Pixelmator Pro is coming to iPad Apple Creator Studio Icon History What it's like to watch an NBA game courtside in Apple Vision Pro Apple gift card safety questioned after terrifying account lockout

This week we're replaying some of our favorite hoops-related episodes. In this episode from November 2021, a look at an NBA game in 1978 in which, thanks to some complications, four players are on the box score for both teams. Plus: two artists build an installation in Taiwan that resembles a stairway to heaven! Alert Led Zeppelin. In 1978-79 season, deal like no other happened at NBA trade deadline (NBA.com)Artists Build a ‘Stairway to Heaven' Optical Illusion (Laughing Squid)We would never trade our Patreon backers

This week we're replaying some of our favorite hoops-related episodes. In this episode from July 2022, the story of Wataru “Wat” Misaka, who became the first non-white player to be drafted into what is now the NBA. And basketball wasn't the only sport in which he excelled. Plus: the Twin Cities hosts a "kick volleyball" competition at the Hmong International Freedom Festival. Japanese American Former Basketball Star Inspired On And Off The Court (NPR)Hmong International Freedom Festival (Visit Saint Paul)Our Patreon backers are championship material

In this hour of VSiN By The Books, hosts Jensen Lewis and Dave Ross are joined by Jonathan Von Tobel to talk NFL Comeback Player of the Year, Christmas Day Football games, and NBA games. Plus, Jensen and Dave talk about their chaos candidates, NFL trends, and their best bets. Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. Grab your first month for only $9.99 or take over 15% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD25. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pro Basketball player and former Duke/Purdue captain Mason Gillis is launching a mentorship program for high school hoopers! In this episode Mason discusses his high school journey, the framework of his mentorship program and gives wisdom to high school hoopers on how to navigate the challenges of a basketball season! Want to enroll in Mason's mentorship program today? Email Mason at gillismason2@gmail.com and dive all in to your journey of developing a winning mindset that will help you thrive on the court and in life!

Pro Basketball player Mason and Gillis and his trainer Jordan Delks continue on their series "Winning Mindset"! Today they interview Ryan Osborn Head Coach of Carmel Men's Basketball in a conversation about leadership, coaching and mindset! "Coach O" brings an incredible perspective that we all can learn from. You will leave this conversation inspired to grow in your own mindset journey!

On this week's Business of Sports, Andrew Brandt gives his thoughts on the biggest news around the sports world including: London Johnson goes from G-League to College Basketball Florida football fires Billy Napier Sean Payton's comments on Russell Wilson The 2025 World Series is set! And more! Download the DraftKings Sports Book App and use code ROSS Connect with the Pod Website - https://www.rosstucker.com Become A Patron - https://www.patreon.com/RTMedia Podcast Twitter - https://twitter.com/RossTuckerPod Podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rosstuckerpod/ Ross Twitter - https://twitter.com/RossTuckerNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are back! Who wanted the Lakers under? Who wanted the Knicks over? Who is on the Chicago Bulls? Find out in our eighth (but maybe ninth) annual Over/Under wins draft!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Benjamin and Chance react to the new M5 iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro launches. Apple also kills off Clips app and teases live immersive NBA content, and announces a controversial name change for the Apple TV streaming service.  And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin gets more excited about the upcoming Apple smart display based off some details from Mark Gurman. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you're in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Material Security: Material Security is transforming how companies protect their most critical cloud assets. Learn more and see how it works at material.security. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple unveils M5 chip, the next generation of Apple silicon Apple launches new iPad Pro with M5 chip, C1X modem Apple unveils new 14-inch MacBook Pro powered by M5 chip Apple Vision Pro gets the new M5 chip, Dual Knit Band, more Apple Vision Pro: PlayStation VR2 Sense controller in November, Logitech Muse and standalone Dual Knit Band available to order Apple Vision Pro to feature live immersive Lakers games RIP Clips: Apple abandons its quirky short-form video app Apple has already begun work on an H3 chip and next-generation AirPods: report Apple TV+ rebranded as just 'Apple TV' Apple smart home hub reportedly marks shift in how new products are built as price target emerges