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Theo welcomes Josh to the show for an in-depth conversation about his basketball journey from the ground up. He opens up about his upbringing and how tough U.S. competition helped shape his game before walking through his decision to attend Arizona. Josh relives the emotions of NBA Draft night and what it was like getting selected by the Dallas Mavericks. He shares behind-the-scenes stories about playing alongside Luka Dončić, battling through intense playoff runs, and competing on the Finals stage. The conversation shifts to the challenge of being traded from Dallas and finding his footing in Charlotte. The episode delivers real insight into growth, resilience, and life in the league. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcoming John to the show before diving into his upbringing and the life experiences that shaped his mindset. John breaks down his full basketball journey—from early development to facing strong competition that forced him to level up. The conversation shifts to the modern game and the differences between today’s style and the era he came up in, including stories about UNC legends and key moments from his college career. He relives a memorable Anthony Davis block, opens up about the decision to leave UNC, and reflects on his time in Milwaukee. The episode closes with valuable insight on finding your role and staying ready at every level. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Theo welcomes Wesley for a deep dive into his 17-year professional basketball journey. He reflects on his upbringing, early development, and the lessons that shaped him as a player. Wesley walks through the college recruitment process, choosing Marquette, and how EYBL helped sharpen his game. He breaks down the reality of NBA-level competition, draft night emotions, and the overseas opportunities that kept his career alive. The conversation highlights his NBA breakthrough, guarding some of the game’s biggest legends, and memorable Portland teams. The episode delivers rare insight into longevity, adaptability, and surviving at the highest level of basketball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Theo welcomes Pierre for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about his basketball journey. He opens up about his upbringing, hooping in Vegas, and the injuries that shaped his path. Pierre reflects on choosing a college, his time at Baylor, and the mentality that defined his senior season. He takes us through draft night, the tough period that followed, and the ongoing battle with injuries. Pierre discusses finding his game again in Dallas, his overseas journey, and the surreal experience of seeing Luka dominate in Europe before closing the show with rapid-fire questions that reveal who he is on and off the court. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Theo welcomes Michael Beasley for an honest, unfiltered conversation about his life on and off the court. Beas reflects on being out of the NBA, the criticism around 1-on-1 play, and his PG County roots. He opens up about the “weed” and “thug” stigmas, growing up with KD, and choosing Kansas State. Beasley relives leaving college, draft night, and adjusting to a new NBA crowd while trouble continued to follow him. He talks Miami, hating his time in Minnesota, losing his mother, and ultimately accepting life after the league. The episode closes with Big 3 talk and “We Them Fruits.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team welcomes Monty Williams to Run Your Race for an insightful, vulnerable, and wide-ranging conversation. Monty reflects on the biggest lessons the NBA taught him, how he learned to balance basketball with real life, and what a fresh start in Phoenix meant for his growth. He shares his journey from player to coach, navigating difficult moments, and the profound impact Coach Pop had on his approach. Monty opens up about coaching star players, the risks of overcoaching, his time in Philadelphia, and the unique challenges of the NBA Bubble. He closes with wisdom on honesty, transparency, and leading players the right way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Theo sits down with Mark Cuban for a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation about his life in business and basketball. He talks about his early sports background, how his entrepreneurial journey began, and the unconventional path that led him to sneak into an MBA program. Mark shares stories of sleeping on the floor, his first big business win, and ultimately buying the Mavericks. He reflects on Dirk’s legacy, the hardest parts of NBA ownership, and the unforgettable 2011 championship run. Cuban reveals near-misses on Giannis and Kobe, drafting Luka, selling the Mavs, and his thoughts on the Cooper Flagg lottery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back and welcome Dwayne Bacon to the show for an honest and inspiring conversation about his basketball journey. From growing up in Lakeland and locking in on hoops at Oak Hill to the influence of Austin Rivers on Florida basketball, Bacon shares his rise through high school and college recruitment. He opens up about his time at Florida State, returning for his sophomore year, and making the leap to the NBA. Dwayne reflects on hanging with Michael Jordan, playing alongside Kemba Walker, and battling depression before reinventing himself overseas—culminating in an MVP season. The episode wraps with rapid-fire questions and laughs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we got a straight killer, with so many game winners he is made for the moment! Going undrafted and the mental toll that came with that to leaving the NBA and hooping all around the world!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LIVE from the RICO! Boogie joins us and talks his early inspirations and how we dealt with setbacks. Getting to Kentucky and declaring for the NBA Draft. Leaving NOLA and fighting through injuries, plus more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A pro in Italy long before the NBA, today we welcome a certified bucket getter! Danilo talks about his confidence and why he was unfazed by the stage and moment when he got to the NBA. Drafted by the Knicks, he fell in love with the fans and city, and thought he would be there forever. The infamous Melo trade introduced him to the business of the NBA and from there he went on to play for several teams and had in his eyes three chances at winning a championship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bryce has been an underdog his entire life, he had no scholarship offers but ended up leading the Big East in scoring with an injured knee. Not invited to the NBA Draft Combine, making it to the NBA and playing around the world, including MVP seasons in Australia. Bryce is a reminder to "Run Your Race".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming up in Compton and playing in front of gangs to staying home and choosing USC. Why Toronto was the best place for Demar out of college and why he put the responsibility of the city on his back. Playing for Coach Gregg Popovich in San Antonio taught him life lessons outside of just basketball. The team in Chicago that had the tools to go the distance but came up short due to injuries. Plus, hitting 25K points and the legacy that hes built over 17 years in the NBA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Javale McGee on one of our first episodes weighs in on what it was like playing for the Warriors and what Draymond Green was ACTUALLY like as a teammateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.