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Monica McNutt hosts a Pure Hoops Media Roundtable on basketball in the time of the Corona virus pandemic

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Monica welcomes Mike Wise from the Mike Wise Show, Otto Strong from Catch & Shoot 2.0, and Bruce Bernstein from Pure Hoops Media. The panel discusses basketball's future in a time of national crisis, how everyone is dealing with the lack of basketball, the Hall of Fame class of 2020, how Kobe Bryant should be introduced at the Hall of Fame induction ceremony, and Kareem … [Read more...] about Monica McNutt hosts a Pure Hoops Media Roundtable on basketball in the time of the Corona virus pandemic

ESPN’s Tim Legler on beloved coaches, man’s best friends, and pulling together in times of crisis

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ESPN's Tim Legler is one of the brightest hoop minds in the country. He is deeply appreciative of the high school coach who shaped him, his beloved dogs, the importance of setting aside politics in a time of crisis, the leadership shown by the NBA's management and players, and why the movie Hoosiers still resonates more than 30 years after its release. … [Read more...] about ESPN’s Tim Legler on beloved coaches, man’s best friends, and pulling together in times of crisis

Lessons learned through basketball will help us through the Corona Virus crisis

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Monica McNutt and Bruce Bernstein discuss lessons they learned from playing on teams and how they will help us navigate the crisis the country (and the world) is going through. Teamwork, leadership, sacrifice, and adjusting on the fly are all characteristics of successful teams. And as our society plays "one possession at a time" during these uncertain days, our nation and our … [Read more...] about Lessons learned through basketball will help us through the Corona Virus crisis

NBA’s reaction to Coronavirus leads sports world in uncertain times

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On this episode of Catch and Shoot 2.0, Otto Strong and Bruce Bernstein break down the NBA's leadership role in reaction to the coronavirus pandemic. They also explore how Rudy Gobert will be judged, Zion Williamson's humanity and if an NBA Playoffs will happen. Bruce also breaks down the similarities between the Patriots and Spurs dynasties. … [Read more...] about NBA’s reaction to Coronavirus leads sports world in uncertain times

Diana Taurasi, Sabrina Ionescu, and Geno Auriemma honor Gigi & Kobe Bryant

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When the basketball world honored Kobe and Gigi Bryant on Monday, three women's hoop legends were front and center. Diana "The White Mamba" Taurasi, Sabrina Ionescu, and Coach Geno Auriemma all shared stories of his influence on their lives. Monica shares some highlights from their speeches and reflects on Sabrina's memorable game on the same day she honored Kobe. … [Read more...] about Diana Taurasi, Sabrina Ionescu, and Geno Auriemma honor Gigi & Kobe Bryant

Marc J. Spears of “The Undefeated” on Kobe Bryant, Zion Williamson & Trae Young

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Monica McNutt welcomes Marc J. Spears, who is one of the top basketball journalists in the country and he shares personal stories about the late Kobe Bryant. Marc also sizes up the potential of Zion Williamson, who reminds him of a young Charles Barkley. And Marc discusses a project he is working on with Hawks All Star Trae Young. … [Read more...] about Marc J. Spears of “The Undefeated” on Kobe Bryant, Zion Williamson & Trae Young