Hoopsology

Want more from your basketball podcast? Matt and Justin have you covered, discussing not only the NBA but also interviewing those close to the game of basketball. Since 2020, we had journalists from NBCSports, The Athletic, ESPN, authors, Emmy award-winning director Zak Levitt, NBA TV Host Ben Lyons, Cari Champion along with many others.

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Can the Denver Nuggets beat the LA Clippers? NBA First Round Playoff Preview, Hoopsology’s ITL

Hoopsology April 18th, 2025 01:08:49 22 views
In this edition of Hoopsology, Matt Thomas returns with Justin and Allan to recap the latest basketball headlines featuring Suns owner Mat Ishbia’s season ending press conference in which he went after the media and defended his actions of firing his coach, breakdown the WNBA Draft, and Adam Silver’s thoughts on the Luka trade. Then we dive into all the first-round playoff matchups, including ...

TV Voice of the Atlanta Hawks Bob Rathbun on if the Hawks can upset the Magic, ATL’s Bright Young Stars, NBA’s Tanking Problem

Hoopsology April 15th, 2025 32:21 27 views
In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin chats with the television voice of the Atlanta Hawks, Bob Rathbun about the Atlanta Hawks facing off against the Orlando Magic in the Play-In Tournament, why the Hawks having a great roster of young talent, why tanking is harming the NBA, and why Zaccharie Risacher should be Rookie of the Year. Podcast Person? Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2s...

Jane McManus on the Rise of Women’s Sports, Challenges Ahead, WNBA Growth

Hoopsology April 10th, 2025 33:39 52 views
In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin is joined by the author of The Fast Track: Inside the Surging Business of Women's Sports, Jane McManus. Jane discussed the creative process of detailing the rise of women’s sports, which women’s leagues are poised for growth, the recent popularity of the WNBA, and more. Podcast Person? Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2sIa6O4u4TnIBSygXu9qDm?...

Melo is a Hall of Famer, Morant Fined, Can anyone beat the OKC Thunder? Durant’s Legacy, Hoopsology’s ITL

Hoopsology April 8th, 2025 44:33 48 views
In this edition of Hoopsology ITL Allan and Justin discuss Carmelo Anthony getting elected into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2025, Ja Morant fined $75,000 for twice making an inappropriate gesture and Allan observations as the NBA draws to a close including why he thinks this season of the NBA has been awesome, his playoff favorites, Kevin Durant’s legacy and more. Hoopsology i...

CEO of USA Basketball Jim Tooley Reflects on America Winning GOLD at the Paris Olympics

Hoopsology April 4th, 2025 19:53 56 views
In this edition of Hoopsology, CEO of USA Basketball Jim Tooley joins Justin to talk about Team USA’s new book, The USA Basketball Coaching Guide for All Levels is a resource for all who participate in the game. Tooley explains why the Team USA coaching guide should be a tool for all basketball players at any level. He also reflects on Team USA’s Basketball winning gold at the Paris 2024 Olymp...

Jim Lampley Reflects on the Greatness in Sports, Memorable Basketball Memories

Hoopsology April 1st, 2025 29:15 58 views
In this edition of Hoopsology, Jim Lampley joins Matt and Justin to discuss the creative process of his new book, It Happened! A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television. Lampley also talks about the effect of social media and technology on sports journalism, greatness in sports, and his favorite basketball memories. Hoopsology is Presented by Ballislife. Podcast Person? Subscribe here: https:/...

Impending WNBA Strike? NIL and Transfer Portal harming March Madness, LeBron vs SAS

Hoopsology March 27th, 2025 57:33 72 views
In this edition of Hoopsology, Matt and Justin return to the Lab to discuss the New Mexico Lobos' run in the NCAA tournament and how the recent changes of NIL and the transfer portal have changed college basketball. We also debate who will win MVP, SGA vs Jokic, will the WNBA will go on strike, the aftermath of LeBron confronting Stephen A. Smith, and the hosts give their sneaky playoff picks. Ho...

Can Teams Like UCLA, North Carolina, Duke, and the University of Connecticut overcome NIL and the Transfer Portal with Jeff Tiberii?

Hoopsology March 25th, 2025 33:53 70 views
March Madness is in full swing and a perfect companion to the tournament is the book, The Magnificent Seven: College Basketball's Blue Bloods. The book unveils the secrets behind college basketball’s true royalty, the seven powerhouse programs that have dominated the NCAA Tournament for decades. In this episode of Hoopsology Justin is joined by the book's co-author, Jeff Tiberii. Jeff breaks why...

Emmy-Winning Broadcaster Chris Myers Talks About Illustrious Career with Hoopsology

Hoopsology March 20th, 2025 27:46 91 views
In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin sits down with  Emmy-winning legendary sports broadcaster and author of That Deserves a Wow: Untold Stories of Legends and Champions, Their Wins and Heartbreaks: Chris Myers. Myers talks about his favorite basketball memories, the creative process of writing his book, the evolution of sports broadcasting, navigating breaking sports news stories, and the curre...