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Monica McNutt and her loyal sidekick and producer Bruce Bernstein reflect back on the big stories from 2019 and look ahead to 2020. Monica is on the Clippers' train and Bruce is on the Lakers' train, and both are optimistic about their predictions for the upcoming year. … [Read more...] about The Best of 2019 and Predictions for 2020

One of Monica's favorite guests and colleagues is versatile hoop maven John Fanta. He is one half of "Team MoJo" and his basketball knowledge is off the charts. He shares his thoughts on Georgetown's recent struggles and coach Patrick Ewing's handling of the aftermath. John will also introduce you to a big man from DePaul (Paul Reed) whom you'll soon be hearing MUCH more about. … [Read more...] about You can’t spell “Fantastic” without “Fanta”

Monica McNutt has been one busy DC Baller with her crazy college hoop schedule and she chronicles some of her recent travels. She is joined by her loyal sidekick/producer Bruce Bernstein and they discuss the red hot Milwaukee Bucks, the equally hot LA Lakers, and Bruce's beloved Boston Celtics and their challenging games this week. In Brooklyn, Monica and Bruce size up Spencer … [Read more...] about Monica & Bruce discuss the hot stories of the week in the NBA and College Hoop

Clinton Portis is an NFL legend who not only loves the NBA, but seriously knows his stuff. He shares his thoughts on why Russell Westbrook and James Harden are off to a good start. Clinton also checks in with his feelings about “load management,” the durability of LeBron James and how he elevates all of his teammates’ performances. He also compares the duo of Gregg Popovich and … [Read more...] about NFL Legend Clinton Portis Talks Hoops

Kyle Pennant is one funny dude. He's a standup comic and also hosts "Hype School," one of the coolest shows on Snapchat and Instagram. His takes are well informed and REALLY funny. Kyle and Monica discuss the greatest player ever (it's not MJ or LeBron), the greatest comic ever (Dave Chappelle), and which players in the NBA are the funniest. Kyle will explain why he became a … [Read more...] about Kyle Pennant: Host of Overtime’s “Hype School”

Master Tesfatsion of Bleacher Report is the host of "Untold Stories," and is one of the hottest young story tellers around. He is also a keen observer of college hoop and the NBA. He checks in with thoughts on Evansville's upset of Kentucky as well as Kemba Walker's strong start in Boston. Master and Monica also discuss Kyrie Irving's impact in Brooklyn, LeBron James' hot start … [Read more...] about Master Tesfatsion of Bleacher Report

Angel Gray is one of the most versatile hoop broadcasters in the country. She currently patrols the sidelines during Cavaliers games on FOX Sports Ohio, but she has also done play by play for the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks and analysis for many networks including ESPN, CBS, and NBA TV. Angel also played four seasons of college hoop at Florida State. She shares stories of her … [Read more...] about Angel Gray: Cavaliers’ sideline reporter for FOX Sports Ohio

Diane Richardson has had an incredible journey in life and basketball. (6:14) She spent more than two decades in corporate America before pursuing her true passion and becoming a full-time college coach. (@7:38) As the Mom of special needs kids, she explains how that shaped her as a coach and (@9:15) how her daughter won a silver medal in the Special Olympics. (@10:00) In 1980 … [Read more...] about Head Coach Diane Richardson of Towson University

The new NBA season promises to be a wild and exciting ride. Monica and Bruce Bernstein from Pure Hoops Media discuss all the major storylines. LeBron James and the Lakers top the bill (@2:08). The Clippers and Kawhi Leonard (@8:05) are favored by many to win it all and the chemistry under Doc Rivers will be a work in progress. At 14:00, Monica and Bruce discuss the pros and … [Read more...] about NBA Season Preview with Monica and Bruce