In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin chats with a senior writer for ESPN and the author of the INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER and A SELECTION ON Barack Obama’s Summer Reading List Blood in the Garden: The Flagrant History of the 1990s New York Knicks which is available now, Chris Herring. Along with discussing with favorite basketball memory, Chris brings his insight into the heartbreak of...
In this solo episode of Hoopsology ITL, Matt delves into several key topics in the NBA. He analyzes LeBron James' recent efficiency struggles, highlighting the star's unusual shooting slump. Matt also discusses the Milwaukee Bucks' turnaround this season, with Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the charge and potentially dominating the league in scoring. Additionally, he identifies surprise teams makin...
In the latest episode of Hoopsology, we feature former NBA star and international basketball icon Michael Ray Richardson. Known as "Sugar," Michael shares his favorite basketball memories and delves into the creative journey behind his upcoming memoir, Banned: How I Squandered an All-Star NBA Career Before Finding My Redemption. He discusses his experiences playing overseas, the challenges he f...
Justin and Matt get back into the lab and give their impressions of the NBA Cup, the low ratings to begin the season, and how to improve the product on the court. They also break down Inside the NBA heading to ESPN and Jokic becoming the early season leader to win MVP.
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Hakeem Olajuwon is a pioneer in many ways in the world of basketball. Senior staff writer for The Ringer, Mirin Fader, joins Matt and Justin to discuss her latest book, Dream: The Life and Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon. We delve into why Hakeem is an icon in the Houston community and his impact on the international game of basketball. Also, we chat about the rise of athlet...
Adam Criblez, the author of "Kings of the Garden," takes us on a trip down memory lane as he talks about the Knicks in the 1970s and how it compares to today’s era. We dive into why the New York Knicks are still one of the most beloved teams in sports, even with their ups and downs. Criblez's book looks at the team's glory days, including their championship wins in 1970 and 1973, and how their s...
Debates are core to the fabric of sports fandom. Our guest on Hoopsology Paul “Hembo” Hembekides author of GOT YOUR ANSWERS, The 100 Greatest Sports Arguments—Settled chats about why sports debates are fun and how important they are to the overall culture of sports.
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Justin Goodrum returns to Hoopsology's In The Lab and joins Matt Thomas to analyze the latest NBA developments, including Gregg Popovich's health scare and indefinite absence from the San Antonio Spurs, the Milwaukee Bucks' surprising struggles as they sit at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, Joel Embiid's heated exchange with reporter Marcus Hayes, and Justin's initial thoughts on t...
Sports Journalism has gone through an evolution within the last decade in regards to how fans get their news and opinion. Despite layoffs at major media outlets, journalists still put out great sports journalism pieces. Our latest guest on Hoopsology is Jane McManus, tasked to compile the best the sports world has to offer regarding the best stories in the book The Year's Best Sports Writing 2024....
On Episode 191 of Ballislife's "In The Paint Show", Chelsea Hopkins hosts a special ITP episode, the "2024-25 Preseason FAB 50 Rankings Release Show" to coincide with the release of the complete rankings on Ballislife.com.
Chelsea’s fellow ITP hosts, FAB 50 compiler Ronnie Flores and grassroots basketball expert Ani Umana, break down the preseason poll, talk "Teams on the Rise", "Teams on the Ho...
Join Matt in this episode of Hoopsology's ITL for early season impressions, the positive steps the Lakers have taken, a sensical Jimmy Butler destination, a statue analysis, and more!
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In this exclusive podcast episode, we dive into the journey of NBA rising star Victor Wembanyama with author Yann Ohnona, who shares insights from his biography, "Wembanyama: The Story of Wemby's Meteoric Rise from Those Who Knew Him Best." Ohnona discusses Wemby's formative years, unique hobbies, and how he captured the attention of international scouts, leading to his selection as the #1 overall...
In 2018, the television series The Shop delved into candid discussions about sports and life. Now, the acclaimed show, produced by LeBron James, has its most memorable moments captured in a book by Ernest Wilkins. In this episode, Matt and Justin speak with Ernest about the significance of The Shop and its role in shaping the current landscape of athlete media.
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Even though the Boston Celtics won the NBA title, fans may be shocked to know that the Celtics are still fighting for the spotlight in their home city. In this edition of Hoopsology, Matt and Justin welcome sports and sports media columnist for the Boston Globe, Chad Finn. Chad is the editor of The Boston Globe: Story of the Celtics," which is available at your local bookstore on October 22nd. The...
Ever wonder about the origin story of the Harlem Globetrotters? On this episode of Hoopsology, Justin and Matt chat with brothers Mark and Matthew Jacob about their book Globetrotter: How Abe Saperstein Shook Up the World of Sports. Mark and Matthew explain why Abe was one of the first disruptors in sports and how Abe's vision led to the Globetrotters becoming one of the legendary acts in sports a...
The NBA season is just around the corner, and Justin and Matt are here with a comprehensive preview of each division. Key questions include: Can LeBron James lead the Lakers to a division title? Will the Boston Celtics secure 60 wins this season? And how will Joel Embiid's health impact the Philadelphia 76ers? We have the answers to these burning questions.
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In this edition of Hoopsology, we welcome the star of the Netflix film Rez Ball, Kauchani Bratt. Bratt discusses his favorite basketball memory, how it landed the starring role in Rez Ball, his connection to basketball, shooting scenes in the legendary basketball arena, The Pit, and more.
About Rez Ball
In the heart of Chuska, New Mexico, the Chuska Warriors, a high school basketball team with...
The time has come for the WNBA Playoffs and we got a great preview with WNBA expert Terrika Foster-Brasby, sideline reporter for the Connecticut Sun and analyst for NBC Sports and CBS Sports. In this jam-packed episode, we dive deep into everything from playoff predictions to league expansion.
Key topics include:
The Connecticut Sun's performance and playoff prospects
Liberty clinching the first...
As the NBA season approaches, Matt and Justin rundown the top players currently in the NBA that have the potential to enter the list of the top 20 players in NBA history. The hosts chat about if players like Luka, Anthony Edwards, and Joel Embiid were to win titles, would it be enough for them to be considered some of the greatest players ever in the association?
If you have any comments or quest...
As the NBA season approaches, Matt and Justin discuss the top players poised to break into the ranks of the greatest in NBA history. They explore whether stars like Luka Dončić, Anthony Edwards, and Joel Embiid could solidify their legacies by winning championships. The hosts debate the criteria for greatness in the league and what it takes for these emerging talents to be considered among the t...
