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The Chills at Will Podcast
Episode 212 with Theresa Rundstedtler, Savvy, Reflective, Thorough Researcher on Race and Sport, and Author of Black Ball: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Spencer Haywood and the Generation that Saved the Game

The Chills at Will Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 70:51


Notes and Links to Theresa Rundstedtler's Work        For Episode 212, Pete welcomes Theresa Rundstedtler, and the two discuss, among other things, her early love of sports and reading, her work as a Raptors dancer, and the ways in which her voracious reading gave rise to her further exploring sports and race, as well as salient themes like free agency, racist stereotypes and white paternalism and intriguing people like Simon Gourdine and Connie Hawkins and Wali Jones from the 1970s era of the NBA.     Theresa Runstedtler, PhD is an award-winning scholar of African American history whose research focuses on the intersection of race, masculinity, labor, and sport. Her most recent book, Black Ball: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Spencer Haywood, and the Generation that Saved the Soul of the NBA (Bold Type Books, 2023), examines how Black players transformed the professional hoops game, both on and off the court, in the 1970s. She is also the author of Jack Johnson, Rebel Sojourner: Boxing in the Shadow of the Global Color Line (UC Press, 2012), a transnational biography that explores the first African American world heavyweight champion's legacy as a Black sporting hero and anti-colonial icon in places as far-flung as Sydney, London, Cape Town, Manila, Paris, Havana, and Mexico City. Jack Johnson, Rebel Sojourner won the 2013 Phillis Wheatley Book Prize from the Northeast Black Studies Association. Runstedtler has written for Time.com and the LA Review of Books, and shared her expertise on the History Channel, Al Jazeera America, Vox.com, NPR, and international radio outlets including the BBC and CBC. Originally from Ontario, Canada, she is a professor at American University and lives in Baltimore with her husband and son.     Theresa's Website   Buy Black Ball   Black Ball Review from Los Angeles Review of Books At about 2:35, Theresa discusses her appearance on The History Channel in discussing Jack Johnson's    At about 4:35, Theresa discusses her childhood sporting career, especially her time in figure skating and dance   At about 7:15, Theresa discusses her reading interests growing up    At about 10:30, Theresa discusses her time working as a dancer for the Toronto Raptors   At about 14:00, Theresa talks about what she saw during her years the lives of so many involved with the NBA on a regular basis   At about 15:15, Theresa discusses her reading and writing interests and the ways in which she became a historian    At about 18:00, Theresa explains how and why she got into writing about sport    At about 18:50, Pete notes multiple parallels between the book and today's world and sporting world, and Thersa follows up by talking about how she found people in some ways more open to talking about race through sports    At about 24:35, The two talk about a pivotal and faulty newspaper story by Chris Cobbs, and Theresa explains why she chose to start the book referencing it   At about 28:20, Pete cites Donovan X. Ramsey's research on an erroneous story that exacerbated views on the crack epidemic   At about 29:00, Theresa discusses seeds for her book, especially her research into Len Bias' death and how he became a “symbol of a greater moral panic”    At about 31:20, Pete alludes to Maurice Stokes' mistreatment and the early days of player labor organization   At about 32:10, Theresa responds to Pete's question and lays out why the 70s of the NBA has been “overlooked”   At about 33:05-35:20, Theresa talks about the book as a sort of redress   At about 35:40, The two discuss the difference between the “cultural associations” of fighting in 1970s   At about 36:30, Pete details the book's first part involving monopoly, and he and Theresa discuss Connie Hawkins' importance in the time period and beyond; Theresa gives background on seeds for the book coming upon her connecting Hawkins and Colin Kaepernick's stories   At about 40:40, Spencer Haywood is referenced, and Theresa expands on his story, especially his connection to players' right and the ABA/MBA merger   At about 47:20, Pete references the clash between conservative sportswriters of the early 1970s and socially active and aware players like Wali Jones and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, especially with regards to flimsy investigations regarding drug use in the NBA    At about 53:25, Pete cites advancements for Black coaches like K.C. Jones and Lenny Wilkens and Theresa discusses the ways in which the coaches were judged differently and how they were calm and collected as a rule   At about 55:30, Theresa expounds upon early Black coaches and their often “democratic” ways of coaching in opposition to some of the archetypal drill sergeant-type coaches   At about 57:25, Theresa details the intriguing story of Simon Gourdine and speculates on reasons why he was turned down for NBA Commissioner and what might have been…   At about 1:00:25, The two discuss thoughts of the time and as the years have gone on regarding players like Kermit Washington and Bernard King   At about 1:01:30, Pete asks Theresa about ending the book with an Epilogue revolving around Larry Bird and Magic Johnson's impacts   At about 1:05:50, Theresa talks about exciting future projects   At about 1:06:40, Theresa recommends Jumpman by Johnny Smith and The Cap by Joshua Mendelsohn      You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow me on IG, where I'm @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where I'm @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch this and other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both my YouTube Channel and my podcast while you're checking out this episode.    Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl     Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting my one-man show, my DIY podcast and my extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content!    NEW MERCH! You can browse and buy here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ChillsatWillPodcast    This is a passion project of mine, a DIY operation, and I'd love for your help in promoting what I'm convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form.    The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com.    Please tune in for Episode 213 with Andrew Porter, the author of, among other work, the short story collection The Theory of Light and Matter, which won the Flannery O'Connor Award for Short Fiction, and the short story collection The Disappeared, published in April 2023.    The episode will air on November 21.

Rowan Radio On Demand
Career Talk - Former NBA Champion & Motivational Speaker Wali Jones

Rowan Radio On Demand

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 33:27


Host Ruben Britt from the Rowan University Office of Career Advancement speaks to basketball legend and former NBA champion and motivational speaker, and community affairs activist Wali Jones.

Building Abundant Success!!© with Sabrina-Marie
Episode 2357: Wali Jones ~ Legendary NBA All-Star Champion talks History of the NBA & A Lifetime Career Success Inside & Out! Pt.1

Building Abundant Success!!© with Sabrina-Marie

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2023 29:31


NBA All Star Champion Wali Jones is a Philadelphia native. He attended Overbrook High School and Villanova University where he was a standout ball player. He is a 10-year veteran of the NBA, Jones was drafted in the third round (20th overall) of the 1964 NBA Draft by Detroit. In addition to this and many other endeavors he won an NBA championship ring alongside another Overbrook High Alumni named Wilt Chamberlain with the Philadelphia 76er's in 1967; and voted into the Hall of Fame as the best team in the NBA's first 25 years.In his 17 years of service to South Florida as a member of the Miami HEAT organization, Jones has enriched the lives of nearly one million children through one of his trademark community programs, motivational speeches and clinics. As the HEAT's community affairs liaison, Jones has made it his life's ambition to motivate South Florida's youth to action, both in and out of the classroom. He is the founder and director of the National Shoot for the Stars program, providing complimentary “Books and Basketball” clinics for underprivileged youth, while the program is presented by title sponsor FedEx. Jones has conducted international clinics in Puerto Rico, Trinidad, Bahamas, Antigua, Jamaica, Bermuda, and other islands throughout the Caribbean. He also serves as the principal of HEAT Academy, the Miami HEAT's academic after-school program.Wali Jones' dedication to youth and education is unmatched. in addition to his work with the HEAT, he also serves as the Director of Educational Research and Study for the Tournament of Champions in Florida and is also the Co-Director of the Best of the Rest Stars, Education Through Sports Camp. He is a host on the radio show "Sports Inside and Out"© 2023 Building Abundant Success!!2023 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Building Abundant Success!!© with Sabrina-Marie
Episode 2294: Wali Jones ~ Legendary NBA All-Star Champion talks Lifetime Career Success Inside & Out! Pt.1

Building Abundant Success!!© with Sabrina-Marie

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 29:31


NBA All Star Champion Wali Jones is a Philadelphia native. He attended Overbrook High School and Villanova University where he was a standout ball player. He is a 10-year veteran of the NBA, Jones was drafted in the third round (20th overall) of the 1964 NBA Draft by Detroit. In addition to this and many other endeavors he won an NBA championship ring alongside another Overbrook High Alumni named Wilt Chamberlain with the Philadelphia 76er's in 1967; and voted into the Hall of Fame as the best team in the NBA's first 25 years. In his 17 years of service to South Florida as a member of the Miami HEAT organization, Jones has enriched the lives of nearly one million children through one of his trademark community programs, motivational speeches and clinics. As the HEAT's community affairs liaison, Jones has made it his life's ambition to motivate South Florida's youth to action, both in and out of the classroom. He is the founder and director of the National Shoot for the Stars program, providing complimentary “Books and Basketball” clinics for underprivileged youth, while the program is presented by title sponsor FedEx. Jones has conducted international clinics in Puerto Rico, Trinidad, Bahamas, Antigua, Jamaica, Bermuda, and other islands throughout the Caribbean. He also serves as the principal of HEAT Academy, the Miami HEAT's academic after-school program. Wali Jones' dedication to youth and education is unmatched. in addition to his work with the HEAT, he also serves as the Director of Educational Research and Study for the Tournament of Champions in Florida and is also the Co-Director of the Best of the Rest Stars, Education Through Sports Camp. He is a host on the radio show "Sports Inside and Out"© 2022 Building Abundant Success!!2022 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

The Jawncast from KYW Newsradio
Wilt Chamberlain, Ike Richman and the relationship that saved the 76ers

The Jawncast from KYW Newsradio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 25:26


Imagine being a teenager in high school and sharing a house with the biggest basketball star on the planet. This was the life Dave Richman lived for a few months in 1965. That winter, Dave's father, 76ers founder and owner Ike Richman, pulled off a stunning trade to bring Wilt Chamberlain back to Philadelphia to play for the recently-formed Sixers. A lot of people know the story of Chamberlain's impact on the then-fledgling team, but some of the stories that happened behind the scenes are just as fascinating. Hear Dave Richman, former 76er and Chamberlain teammate Wali Jones, and 94.1 WIP's Howard Eskin share memories of the Big Dipper with The Jawncast's Brian Seltzer and KYW Newsradio's Dave Uram a few days before what would have been Chamberlain's 86th birthday. Check out Richman's book and podcast, and Jones' podcast as well! Follow us on Twitter: @TheJawncast.

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Wali Jones gives us an update on his community outreach activities.

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ABA 1 On 1
Episode 60: Episode 60 Wali Jones NBA

ABA 1 On 1

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2022 33:58


CJ & Rick Chat with NBA Legend Wali Jones - we caught up with him via his cell phone but it was a great honor to chat with him.

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Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
76'ers Honoring 75th Anniversary of the NBA with Wali Jones

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 21:12


Wali Jones invited to ring the Liberty Bell honoring the Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the NBA at the 76'ers and Chicago Bulls game while he teams up with the City of Brotherly Love to 'Silence the Violence'.

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
WNBA Playoff Update with Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 15:24


Wali Wonder Segment giving you the update of the WNBA's playoffs and congratulations on 25 yrs.

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
NBA Update with Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 26:32


The Wali Wonder Segment gives you an update on the NBA.

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
WNBA/NBA Sports Update with the Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2021 33:38


This segment addresses sports performance and effects of mental health.

NBA History: Michael Jordan-era & more (In all Airness)
Message from Adam - future episodes, website update and how to support the show

NBA History: Michael Jordan-era & more (In all Airness)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 2:11


Hey, it's Adam here. A quick podcast update for you as we near the end of the first week of July, 2021. Here's a snapshot of what's happening behind the scenes. I have two conversations recorded that are yet to be edited. The first features Joanne Borzakian Ouellette. Joanne worked with Reebok for over 16 years. From 1985, as a Marketing and Promotions Manager, before assuming the role of Global Marketing Director NBA Basketball in 1992 – where she spent almost ten years building long-term industry relationships and friendships with some of the biggest names in the game, including Hall of Famer, Shaquille O'Neal. Her family are candidates for the title of Greatest Boston Celtics fans ever – their lineage stretches back almost five decades. We had a wonderful chat about Joanne's remarkable life in basketball. The second recording is part one of my conversation with Wali Jones. He starred in college at Villanova, before entering the NBA and earning an All-Rookie selection in 1965 and winning an NBA championship in 1967 as a key member of one of the most-dominant teams in history - the Philadelphia 76ers. Wali discusses his memories of being teammates with the iconic Wilt Chamberlain and much more. Numerous topic-based episodes are also in the works. Fans of Tom Chambers would be wise to keep an eye on the podcast feed over the coming months. Plus, upcoming episodes will feature authors discussing a range of great basketball books. In the not-to-distant future, I'll be updating my website. It will also offer the ability for fans of the show to support the podcast monetarily. Completely optional, of course. You will be able to make PayPal donations, sponsor episodes, or visit an affiliate link - at no cost to you - to basketball-related retailers here in Australia and the USA. Listener support will help offset some of the costs involved in producing the show, which incredibly is approaching its ninth full year. Remember, you can always reach me via e-mail. All the best and thanks once more for being a listener of the show.   Sign-up for Adam's FREE monthly newsletter - receive exclusive details on upcoming podcast episodes and future guests to appear on the show. I appreciate all feedback and welcome ratings and reviews of my show via your podcast app of choice. Follow: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | Overcast Feedback: e-mail (audio welcome)

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
Billy Cunningham & Wali Jones Support 'STOP THE VIOLENCE' Shoot 4 the Stars Program

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2021 23:58


76ers Basketball Legends Lead Stop the Violence Initiative

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
NBA Playoffs Update with Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2021 21:57


When Legends Speak Everybody Listens

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
NBA Update with Wali Jones Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 26:53


Wali Wonder Segment

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
NBA Update with Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 17:03


The Wali Wonder Segment

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
Basketball Update with Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 19:11


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Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
Basketball Update with Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 28:48


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Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
NBA Update with Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 24:24


When Legends Speak People Listen

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
Archie Clark Joins Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 47:00


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Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
NBA Update with Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 20:23


When Legends Speak People Listen

Glen Macnow & Ray Didinger on 94WIP
Wali Jones with Glen and Ray 2/13/2021

Glen Macnow & Ray Didinger on 94WIP

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2021 137:49


Glen and Ray for 2/13/2021 -Carson Wentz is still here -The Texans released JJ Watt -The Super Bowl was lackluster at best -What We're Watching -Jim Salisbury joins us ahead of Phillies Spring Training -Wali Jones is our guest on Tell Us Your Story See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sixers Podcast Network
The Day After MLK | A Town Hall With Wali Jones and Wayne Embry

Sixers Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 44:33


On the eve of the 1968 NBA Playoffs, the 76ers and Boston Celtics - along with the rest of the world - were shocked, dismayed, and angered by the senseless assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. How did players from both teams respond, and channel their emotions? Former Sixer Wali Jones and Hall of Famer Wayne Embry share candid memories, stories, and circumstances surrounding April 5, 1968 in a special 76ers Podcast Network Town Hall, hosted by NBC Sports Philadelphia's Danny Pommells.

Sixers Podcast Network
The Day After MLK | A Town Hall With Wali Jones and Wayne Embry

Sixers Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 44:33


On the eve of the 1968 NBA Playoffs, the 76ers and Boston Celtics - along with the rest of the world - were shocked, dismayed, and angered by the senseless assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. How did players from both teams respond, and channel their emotions? Former Sixer Wali Jones and Hall of Famer Wayne Embry share candid memories, stories, and circumstances surrounding April 5, 1968 in a special 76ers Podcast Network Town Hall, hosted by NBC Sports Philadelphia's Danny Pommells.

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
NBA Update with Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2020 19:49


NBA Update with Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher by Charles Hatcher

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Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
NBA Update with Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2020 23:40


When Legends Speak People Listen

DreamBIG HipHop
DreamBIG HipHop Season 3 Episode 16 w/ Craig "Pro Skills" Skilling

DreamBIG HipHop

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 70:44


      Here at DBHHP, we are extremely proud of each and every single guest that shares with us their journey and tales of what they have encountered to find their "DreamBIG Moment". If you haven't heard of Johnson & Wales University and its Sports Entertainment & Event Program, we would like to introduce to you, JWU's Lead Faculty, Craig Skilling,  better known to his students has "Pro Skills"! He will give us in detail his love for being inspiring athlete, an entrepreneur as the Founder of THE INFLUENCER LLC brand and an upcoming passion project documenting NBA legend Wali Jones.  Season 3 has been a huge turn of events as of yet and we are proud to have leveled the landscape of showcasing athletes/entrepreneurs. Each episode is a new informative piece of journalism from real people with real stories and Pro Skills does not let us down!  Thank you for tuning in and you can find us on IG @dreambighiphop @drinkchampsports and on Twitter @drinkchampsport Without further delay here,.. Episode 16 w/ Craig "Pro Skills" Skilling!      --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Greek Zone
02-13-2020 Greek Zone Hr 1: Wali Jones, Ashley Nicole Moss, Valentine's Day

The Greek Zone

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2020 49:39


Greek and Ashley interview Wali Jones and discuss Valentine's Day and the NBA

Building Abundant Success!!© with Sabrina-Marie
Wali Jones ~ Legendary NBA All-Star talks Lifetime Career Success Inside & Out! Pt.1

Building Abundant Success!!© with Sabrina-Marie

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2020 29:31


NBA All Star Champion Wali Jones is a Philadelphia native. He attended Overbrook High School and Villanova University where he was a standout ball player. He is a 10-year veteran of the NBA, Jones was drafted in the third round (20th overall) of the 1964 NBA Draft by Detroit. In addition to this and many other endeavors he won an NBA championship ring alongside another Overbrook High Alumni named Wilt Chamberlain with the Philadelphia 76er's in 1967; and voted into the Hall of Fame as the best team in the NBA’s first 25 years. In his 17 years of service to South Florida as a member of the Miami HEAT organization, Jones has enriched the lives of nearly one million children through one of his trademark community programs, motivational speeches and clinics. As the HEAT’s community affairs liaison, Jones has made it his life’s ambition to motivate South Florida’s youth to action, both in and out of the classroom. He is the founder and director of the National Shoot for the Stars program, providing complimentary “Books and Basketball” clinics for underprivileged youth, while the program is presented by title sponsor FedEx. Jones has conducted international clinics in Puerto Rico, Trinidad, Bahamas, Antigua, Jamaica, Bermuda, and other islands throughout the Caribbean. He also serves as the principal of HEAT Academy, the Miami HEAT’s academic after-school program. Wali Jones’ dedication to youth and education is unmatched. in addition to his work with the HEAT, he also serves as the Director of Educational Research and Study for the Tournament of Champions in Florida and is also the Co-Director of the Best of the Rest Stars, Education Through Sports Camp. He is a host on the radio show "Sports Inside and Out" All Rights Reserved © 2020 Building Abundant Success!! Join Me on ~ iHeart Radio @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBAS Join Me on Facebook @ Facebook.com/BuildingAbundantSuccess

Sixers Podcast Network
The Sixers History Podcast: Memories of Moses Malone ~ Wali Jones

Sixers Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2019 10:17


In honor of Moses Malone’s jersey retirement and sculpture unveiling , we present our ‘Memories of Moses Malone’ podcast series, featuring interviews with members of the 76ers family who knew Malone well. In Episode 1, longtime Sixers guard Wali Jones recalls his first-hand interactions with a rookie Malone, who had skipped college to go pro in the ABA.

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
NBA Update with Wali jones and Coach Hatcher 2 - 23

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2017 28:36


Fresh off the All-Star game weekend, Wali and Coach give their opinions on the game and the activities of the weekend. You might be surprised at what they have to say.

Over and Back: Stories About NBA History
The 1967 Philadelphia 76ers: The first greatest team ever?

Over and Back: Stories About NBA History

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2017 60:11


Curtis Harris of Pro Hoops History joins us again to discuss the 1967 Philadelphia 76ers, the record-setting team that ended the Boston Celtics' 8-year championship streak, on the latest episode of the Over and Back Classic NBA Podcast. We talk about Curtis' project with the 76ers called Spirit of the Champion (http://www.nba.com/sixers/spiritofthechampion), commemorating the 68-win championship team that is on the short list of greatest teams in pro basketball history, and what it was like to attend the team's 50th anniversary dinner. We look at how the team fits at a key juncture in NBA history, when the ABA and expansion began to dramatically change the sport. We discuss how the franchise transitioned from the Syracuse Nationals in the early 1960s, how established stars like Hal Greer and Chet Walker adjusted to Wilt Chamberlain joining the team in 1965, the brutal playoff losses to the Celtics (including "Havlicek stole the ball" in 1965), what in Chamberlain's game changed in 1967, and how coach Alex Hannum knew how to work with superstars and bench players and everyone in between. We also discuss the smooth shooting and rugged defense of Greer, Walker's clutch scoring, Billy Cunningham springing all over the court, Luke Jackson's prowess on the boards, Wali Jones' perimeter freedom, and Larry Costello being the old man of the team. We also talk about the contributions of the tough Dave Gambee, rookie Matt Guokas, Bill Melchionni and Bob Weiss, and what ended up preventing the Sixers from becoming a dynasty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
Wali Jones NBA & NCAA Basketball Update

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2017 25:49


Wali Jones gives an in-depth opinion on the possible Melo for Love trade and Westbrook's passing Larry Bird for 60 triple doubles.

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
Wali Jones NBA Update 1 - 12

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2017 20:18


NBA Legend Wali Jones gives insight on the new 3 on 3 basketball league and the toll back to back games play on a team thats on the road.

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Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
Wali Jones NBA & NCAA Update 1 - 4

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2017 26:14


Wali Jones gives views on the NBA and how the one and done players effect the college basketball landscape.

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Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
Wali Jones NBA Update 12/16

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2016 25:56


Wali Jones gives an in depth update on the current affairs of the NBA and he's opinions of resting healthy players during the year and dealing with injuries while playing. Wali gives a great snap shot on how the game has evolved in the front office as well as on the side lines with the number of players on the roster and coaches on the bench.

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
Wali Jones & Lonnie Blow

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2016 25:38


Wali Jones brings Virginia State University Basketball Coach on the show to discuss the wonderful offseason the Trojans had developing a state of the art facility and making another run at the CIAA title.

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
Wali Jones Update 12 - 6

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2016 26:05


Wali Jones joins the show to give us an update on whats going on the with the Legends and gives us some input on the differences between how today's game is played versus how it played back in the 60's and 70's.

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Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports
Wali Jones & Coach Hatcher w / guest Glen Mson

Sports Inside and Out: Legends of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2016 29:34


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