Is Stephen Curry a Top 5 NBA Player Ever? Featuring Warriors Writer C.J. Holmes
Release Date: 05/05/2023
Where do the Heat go Next, and Dwyane Wade is CRIMINALLY UNDERRATED | Featuring Wes Goldberg
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Another Miami themed episode but before we start talking about the Heat, let’s take a look at some sleeper draft prospects that could make a big splash in the league. Keep an eye out for Jordan Hawkins and Cason Wallace as they could make an immediate impact wherever they go. We also have a special guest on today’s episode to talk everything Miami basketball, Wes Goldberg. We talk about this 8-seed Miami team and their special run. The Miami Heat have now been to two NBA Finals in the last four years but do they have the what it takes to run it back and win it all? What are some of their...
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The Greatness of Nikola Jokic and can the Denver Nuggets Repeat as NBA Champions? | Featuring Ryan Blackburn
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The Denver Nuggets are NBA Champions after making quick work of the Miami Heat in a five game series. To honor this historic season we are joined by Ryan Blackburn, lead Nuggets analyst for Mile High Sports. On this episode we talk about everything Nuggets basketball from this year’s championship to legends of the past. Who are some of the players that really stepped up to take this team to the next level and is Jamal Murray in the conversation to be a a top three point guard in the NBA? We also discuss the greatness of Nikola Jokic and the historic run he went on to lead this organization...
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USA's Basketball Roster, Paolo Banchero and Potential Landing Spots For Jaylen Brown | Featuring Max Van Auken
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Welcome back to Hoop Ties! Why is everyone hating on the USA's FIBA World Cup Roster? No matter how talented other international teams might be, this USA team will have more than enough quality players to get the job done. On this episode, I am joined by Max Van Auken and we start this one off by talking about Paolo Banchero’s potential to be one of the best players in the league. Also, why do people continue to disrespect Trae Young by calling him overrated because he is truly one of the biggest threats in the NBA. We then talk about potential landing spots for Jaylen Brown if the Celtics...
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Can the Miami Heat Beat the Denver Nuggets? Featuring Jermaine “Chill Town Hoops" Womack!
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Today we are joined by Jermaine “Chill Town Hoops" Womack! We start this off by talking about Miami’s historical run and what they need to do to beat the Denver Nuggets. We all know Nikola Jokic is a problem but is there a way the Heat can slow him down with their defensive schemes? Who are the x-factors on the Heat that will have to step up and how much does experience impact a teams performance this deep into the the playoffs? We then give our thoughts on who is going to win it all. It’s becoming difficult to bet against a team like Miami since nobody expected them to make it past the...
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Can Miami Get To The Finals? Brady Hawk Talks Jimmy Butler & Squad
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I know Lebron James might be frustrated after getting swept and injuries may be starting to catch up to him but is he really considering retirement? At the end of the day he is still one of the top talents in the league even at the age of 38. On today's episode I am joined by Brady Hawk, a Miami Heat Writer for "5 Reasons Sports." We discuss this unprecedented playoff run by the Heat and how their role players have stepped up. We also talk about this potential finals matchup between the Nuggets and the Heat. Do the Heat have an answer to to slow down Nikola Jokic? Let's finish this one of...
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Andre Drummond | How the Big Man Position has Changed, Victor Wembanyama and the NBA Playoffs
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Today I am joined by 2x All-star and 4x rebounding champ, Andre Drummond! From growing up in Connecticut, to being a walk-on on at UCONN to becoming an NBA All-Star, Andre has had a crazy journey. We talk about his time at Detroit and how the big man position has changed over the past decade. We discuss the art of rebounding and some of the l guys Andre thinks are the best rebounders of all-time. What does Andre Drummond think of Victor Wembanyama and who does he have playing in the NBA finals? Follow Ahmad -
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Will the Kings’ Culture Translate to a Championship | Featuring Kings Insider James Ham
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Let me start this off by giving my thoughts on who should be featured on the All-NBA teams. Today we are sitting down with James Ham, Sacramento Kings insider for ESPN 1320. We discuss how he first started covering the Kings and his thoughts on this winning culture they are building in Sacramento. Who deserves the most credit for the Kings’ success and what do the Kings need to improve to make a deeper playoff run? Let’s finish this one off by talking about DeMarcus Cousins and how he took the role of “the big man” to the next level. Follow Ahmad -
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Is Stephen Curry a Top 5 NBA Player Ever? Featuring Warriors Writer C.J. Holmes
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Let’s start this one off by giving the 2023 MVP, Joel Embiid his flowers. He is such a rare talent and to do what he does on the court as a 7-footer is flat out impressive. For this episode we are joined by C.J. Holmes, a writer for San Francisco Chronicle that covers the Golden State Warriors. We talk about how the Warriors have preformed in the playoffs so far and discuss where Steph Curry ranks among the all-time greats. Is Curry the best player of this generation? We wrap this one up by shouting out some Golden State Warrior legends of the past and discussing the NBA legends that make it...
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The New York Knicks and the Impact of Jalen Brunson | Featuring Shaun Geddes From The Knicks Wall
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Today we are talking everything Knicks with Shaun Geddes. The Knicks are legit this year and they could be sleepers to make it to the NBA Finals. Is Jalen Brunson the best point guard in the Eastern Conference? Would you rather start a franchise with Trae Young, Darius Garland or Brunson? Finally, we talk about the players that have impressed us and disappointed us so far in the playoffs. Watch out for those Knicks! Follow Ahmad -
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Playoff Basketball With Ekam Nagra the Founder of Ball Don’t Stop
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Had to start this one off by talking about the state of the NBA and how the game has changed in recent years from the influence of analytics. Let’s breakdown some of these teams and these first round matchups. The playoffs have been unpredictable so Ekam gives us his thoughts on who he thinks will be in the NBA finals. How has “ring culture” effected the game? Who are the guys we’d want to have leading our team in the toughest playoff games? Finally, let’s talk about pure hoopers in the NBA. No matter the environment these guys are going to cook! Follow Ahmad -
info_outlineLet’s start this one off by giving the 2023 MVP, Joel Embiid his flowers. He is such a rare talent and to do what he does on the court as a 7-footer is flat out impressive. For this episode we are joined by C.J. Holmes, a writer for San Francisco Chronicle that covers the Golden State Warriors. We talk about how the Warriors have preformed in the playoffs so far and discuss where Steph Curry ranks among the all-time greats. Is Curry the best player of this generation? We wrap this one up by shouting out some Golden State Warrior legends of the past and discussing the NBA legends that make it on our NBA Mount Rushmore.
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