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Catch & Shoot

Hosts: Otto Strong & Aaron Berlin

Catch and Shoot is Pure Hoops Media's mid-week show featuring Otto Strong, the Sports Editor of the Ft. Worth Star-Telegram and the former NBA Editor for ESPN The Magazine.  His partner is Aaron Berlin, a veteran of the Orlando Magic Radio Network.  Otto and Aaron tackle the hottest issues and comment on the biggest stories. And they will also chat with interesting characters from every level of basketball.

DAZN Global Managing Editor Micah Adams on Giannis, 76ers and fun ESPN stories

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On this week's edition of Catch & Shoot 2.0, Otto Strong and Aaron Berlin are joined by DAZN Global Managing Editor Micah Adams. Adams dissects the NBA's return in Orlando and handicaps the playoffs. He also breaks down how Giannis Antetokounmpo has the potential to be a top 5 player in the history of the league and if the 76ers' approach with Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid is the … [Read more...] about DAZN Global Managing Editor Micah Adams on Giannis, 76ers and fun ESPN stories

Remembering ‘The Heatles’ with Ethan Skolnick and dissecting NBA challenges with Dr. Zachary Binney

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On this episode of Catch and Shoot 2.0, Otto Strong and Aaron Berlin discuss the scientific intricacies of the NBA's return with epidemiologist Dr. Zachary Binney. The guys are also joined by Ethan Skolnick who covered the Heat for all four of LeBron James' years in Miami. … [Read more...] about Remembering ‘The Heatles’ with Ethan Skolnick and dissecting NBA challenges with Dr. Zachary Binney

Seth Partnow of The Athletic on the NBA restart

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Seth Partnow is a former executive in the Milwaukee Bucks organization who is now an NBA writer for The Athletic. He joins Otto Strong and Aaron Berlin for an examination of the issues that will affect the restart of the NBA season at the end of July. Among their topics: Which "Red Lines" may exist Which teams are expected to prosper Will the eventual winning … [Read more...] about Seth Partnow of The Athletic on the NBA restart

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

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

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

Marc Spears of ESPN’s The Undefeated weighs in on important equality issues

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On this edition of Catch & Shoot 2.0, Marc J. Spears of ESPN's The Undefeated joins Otto Strong for an in-depth conversation on the civil unrest in America. They break down the reaction to the death of George Floyd and the protests around the country. Spears explains why Stephen Jackson has been a tremendous leader after the loss of his friend. They also explore how NBA stars … [Read more...] about Marc Spears of ESPN’s The Undefeated weighs in on important equality issues