Basketball

Ahead of the 2023 NBA Draft, Q and D sit down with UCF standout and projected lottery pick, Taylor Hendricks.

From old-school classics like Dr. J and the Iceman to OG’s like The Answer and The Truth, Q-Rich and D-Miles dive into the origin of story of great nicknames. Tap in as they talk to Gary Payton, James Worthy, Vince Carter, Tracy McGrady, D-Wade and more.

Hooping isn't just a dream for Scoot Henderson — it's his purpose: “I don’t just want this. I need this.”

A message from Jeff Green to Denver Nuggets fans: “To be playing in these games … that really means something.”

Crystal Bradford isn’t giving up: “I still believe I can have a successful career in the W. I’m not there yet, but I’m finally close to where I want to be.”

Josh Giddey has a message for Oklahoma City Thunder fans: “You guys are the real deal, Loud City, and I wanted to write this note thanking you for all your support as we start the process of preparing for Year 3.”

Jasmine Thomas is using her gift of gab to be a talk show host and teams up with Ricki Lake to get a few pointers.

We’ve got Chicago Sky teammates Dana Evans and Kahleah Copper at the Nail Salon this week! ?

We got a good one this week, the former No. 1 overall pick and current Magic star Markelle Fultz joins Q and D on Knuckleheads. He looks back on growing up in the DMV area, going to Washington and putting himself on the map there.

CLIPSET takes us back to the 2000 NBA draft, when, at the ages of 18 and 19, Darius Miles and Quentin Richardson were drafted by the Clippers, a franchise severely struggling to find an identity and success in a town owned by the Shaq-and-Kobe Lakers.

We’re excited to share some of the exclusive behind-the-scenes images — along with video Haley herself captured along the way.

Life without basketball would look a little different for Nneka Ogwumike.

Today we welcome UCLA’s leading scorer for the past three years and the friend who is nothing but INTENSITY when it’s game time — but just the nicest person you’ll meet off the court … Charisma Osborne!

This week we’ve got a certified BUCKET on the pod! She’s the Big East Player of the Year, led the country in scoring this season and became the all-time leading scorer in Villanova history (men or women, might we add) with 2,896 points – Maddy Siegrist!

We live on location as the favorite for NBA Rookie of the Year, Paolo Banchero, chops it up on Knuckleheads. The Magic’s young star talks Seattle hoops, his experience at Duke, and what it was like to play during Coach K’s last season.

We’re dunkin’ on you this week!!! Sometimes I Hoop is back recording from Stan U with a key member of the Funky Four … Fran Belibi! Fran and Haley discuss their four years playing at Stanford, coming up through USA Basketball, and their funniest moments.

Robert Covington explores what life would be like if he didn't enter the NBA.

Nail Salon presents Aliyah Boston and Zia Cooke. The two old friends chat about their lives on and off the court and how they became the next generation of elite basketball players.

Stan is SPITTIN’ this week on the pod! Legendary coach Stan Van Gundy sits down with the guys to talk about his rise up the basketball coaching ranks, the Heat v. Knicks Rivalry, coaching some of the biggest names in the game, and his unique insights.

March Madness is here! We’ve got a Sunday Selection episode with none other than the other half of Stanford’s dynamic duo, Cameron Brink! Haley and Cam break down how they were unsure if they’d get the 1 seed and what they’re expecting for the tournament.

Alonzo Mourning pens a letter to his younger self: “God is good, Alonzo. And don’t ever let anyone tell you angels aren’t real.”

We’ve heard from top college hoopers all season long, but this week we’re gonna hear from their mamas! Haley sits down with her Day One, Ms. Monique Jones, along with the moms of Rhyne Howard, Aliyah Boston and Jordan Horston.

In just its second season, Overtime Elite is proving it can hoop beyond the hype.

We got the young star, Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton, choppin’ it up with Q and D. Tyrese looks back on his rise from mid-major recruit to NBA All-Star, playing AAU with Tyler Herro, and why he’s settled in so well in the NBA.