Jared Butler declared for the 2020 NBA Draft after his second season at Baylor. He was named All Big 12 and Third Team All America. He is also a good pal of Monica McNutt's new co-host King McClure. Those three chop it up in a fun conversation that includes some very revealing moments such as Jared's dream team of dinner companions. We also learn that 80% of the NBA teams have … [Read more...] about Jared Butler of Baylor University joins “Buckets, Boards, & Blocks”
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Tim Scarborough breaks down TBT (The Basketball Tournament)
Monica McNutt and her brand new co-host King McClure welcome Tim Scarborough, who will be one of the analysts for TBT on ESPN and ESPN2. He is dialed in on every aspect of this increasingly popular tournament, which runs from July 4-14. This year all games are in Columbus, Ohio and the "bubble" environment will be studied extensively by the NBA as it prepares to resume its own … [Read more...] about Tim Scarborough breaks down TBT (The Basketball Tournament)
Cassidy Hubbarth of ESPN
Cassidy Hubbarth of ESPN is one of the brightest minds in sports media. The host of "Hoop Streams" on ESPN+ as well as a top sideline reporter for ESPN's NBA games joins Monica McNutt and shares her thoughts on: Continuing to create content during the COVID-19 pandemic How society can hopefully evolve and become more inclusive The Kyrie Irving/Kendrick Perkins beef … [Read more...] about Cassidy Hubbarth of ESPN
Arielle Chambers (@AriIvory) from Bleacher Report
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
Renee Montgomery of the Atlanta Dream
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
Scott Burrell with Chicago Bulls stories and life with Michael Jordan
Scott Burrell was featured prominently in The Last Dance with some memorable Michael Jordan interactions. While some called MJ's actions "bullying," Scott had no problem with MJ's style of leadership and appreciated that Jordan's blueprint worked. Scott is now the head coach at Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven and he has applied the lessons he learned in … [Read more...] about Scott Burrell with Chicago Bulls stories and life with Michael Jordan
Alexis Robinson of “The One Brand Group”
Alexis Robinson, the owner of "The One Brand Group" joins Monica McNutt on this week's edition of "Buckets, Boards, & Blocks." Alexis is a young business professional who has successful experience in the sports, entertainment, marketing, public relations, and hospitality industries. Alexis has used her skills and relationships to enrich her professional career and now owns a … [Read more...] about Alexis Robinson of “The One Brand Group”
A. Sherrod Blakely on The Last Dance, Restarting the NBA, & Celtics Confidential
A. Sherrod Blakely is the Celtics Insider for NBC Sports Boston. He shares his thoughts on what he's learned about Michael Jordan while watching "The Last Dance." He also offers perspective on restarting the NBA season and why the league is well-positioned to do it properly. Sherrod also provides inside info on Jaylen Brown's growth, Jayson Tatum's enhanced stature around the … [Read more...] about A. Sherrod Blakely on The Last Dance, Restarting the NBA, & Celtics Confidential
The Last Dance: David Aldridge reflects on Michael Jordan and the Bulls dynasty
David Aldridge is Editor in Chief of The Athletic DC. He was the recipient of the Curt Gowdy Media Award from the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2016. DA spent decades covering the NBA and has been prominently featured in ESPN's "The Last Dance," the epic documentary about Michael Jordan and the Bulls. Among the topics DA addresses are MJ's sense of social responsibility, the way … [Read more...] about The Last Dance: David Aldridge reflects on Michael Jordan and the Bulls dynasty
The Last Dance: The rivalry between Chicago and Detroit
Michael Jordan is still angry that the Pistons refused to shake hands after the Bulls eliminated the Pistons in the 1991 Eastern Conference Finals. This week Monica McNutt welcomes Detroit fan Terrika Foster-Brasby of ESPN and Chicago fan Camron Smith of MSG Network to debate the merits of the 313 vs the 312. While this isn't exactly Rodman vs Pippen, the hard feelings between … [Read more...] about The Last Dance: The rivalry between Chicago and Detroit