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NBA Draft Re-dos and Coronavirus concerns in Orlando

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On this edition of Catch and Shoot 2.0, Otto Strong and Aaron Berlin break down the NBA's challenges in Orlando during the Coronavirus pandemic. The guys also look at some NBA draft gaffes and how teams would like to have a re-do. Some of the drafts discussed are 1984 with Michael Jordan (Sam Bowie), 2003 with Carmelo Anthony, Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade (Darko Milicic). 2007 … [Read more...] about NBA Draft Re-dos and Coronavirus concerns in Orlando

Celtic Memories with Cornbread Maxwell

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Eric Newman and BJ Armstrong welcome Celtics great Cedric Maxwell to the show. They discuss everything from the racism Maxwell experienced growing up in the south to his “that white boy can play” reaction the first time he guarded Larry Bird in practice. Plus a look back at what might have been the greatest playoff series in NBA history - the 1981 Eastern Conference Finals … [Read more...] about Celtic Memories with Cornbread Maxwell

Bill Walton Part I

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The word "Legend" doesn't even begin to describe Hall of Famer Bill Walton. In part one of a very special conversation with Mike Wise, Bill discusses all of these issues and more: Our current societal strife and how we can improve relations with our fellow citizens Taking his Celtics teammates to a Grateful Dead show in 1985 Bill's "Bike for Humanity" events to … [Read more...] about Bill Walton Part I

Arielle Chambers (@AriIvory) from Bleacher Report

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Ari joins Monica McNutt for a wide ranging discussion . Among their topics: The current societal strife in our country and how to bring people from different racial and ethnic groups together Empowering and supporting Women of Color in the media The concerns that some WNBA players have about returning to the court in late July How corporate America's … [Read more...] about Arielle Chambers (@AriIvory) from Bleacher Report

Lakers guard Danny Green and NBA.com’s Sekou Smith look forward to basketball’s return

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On this episode of Catch and Shoot 2.0, Otto Strong and Aaron Berlin are joined by two special guests -- Lakers guard Danny Green and Sekou Smith of NBA.com. Green reflects on his preparation for returning to basketball and reflects on what it was like to play with LeBron James at different stages during his career. Smith breaks down the expectations for media covering the … [Read more...] about Lakers guard Danny Green and NBA.com’s Sekou Smith look forward to basketball’s return

Garrett Temple of the Brooklyn Nets

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Garrett Temple of the Nets is one of the most socially conscious athletes in the country. The striving for equality and understanding runs deep in his family. His father Collis was the first African American to play varsity basketball at LSU in 1971. His father attended LSU at the same time as notorious racist and antisemite David Duke and engaged in heated debates on campus … [Read more...] about Garrett Temple of the Brooklyn Nets

Renee Montgomery of the Atlanta Dream

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Renee Montgomery of the Atlanta Dream is highly engaged in the quest for social justice in the United States. In this wide ranging interview with Monica McNutt, the discussion covers Renee's background growing up in West Virginia, her time with the Minnesota Lynx and impressions of the fans in Minneapolis, her activism in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, and her … [Read more...] about Renee Montgomery of the Atlanta Dream

ESPN Front Office Insider Bobby Marks dissects upcoming NBA action in Orlando

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On this edition of Catch and Shoot 2.0, Otto Strong and Aaron Berlin are joined by ESPN Front Office InsiderBobby Marks to discuss the conclusion of the NBA's regular season. Marks delves deeply into the intense schedule, the social and medical challenges, the financial implications of the Coronavirus and how the NBA will be impacted moving forward. … [Read more...] about ESPN Front Office Insider Bobby Marks dissects upcoming NBA action in Orlando