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13-year NBA veteran Larry Hughes and Bullets Forever writer Matt Modderno get you ready for the Wizards' 2020-2021 season. How many games will they win? Can Russell Westbrook or Bradley earn any MVP votes? Do either of them retire as Wizards? Can Thomas Bryant win Most Improved Player? Does Davis Bertans have a shot to be 6th Man of the Year? What are Deni Avdija's chances to win Rookie of the Year? Who gets left out of the rotation? Tune in for the answers!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Wizard Larry Hughes shares his thoughts on the Wizards' first preseason game and Deni Avdija's strong debut. Wizards center Moe Wagner joins the show to discuss his offseason, the energy around this year's team, the Wizards needing to improve defensively, finally being back on the court, and, most importantly, what show he is currently binge-watchingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno are joined by Michael Lee of The Washington Post. Lee covered both the Gilbert Arenas and John Wall eras and was able to provide a unique perspective on the parallels between the two marquee guards. We also discussed Tommy Sheppard making moves to differentiate himself from Ernie Grunfeld, the case for a full rebuild, the relationship between Wall and Bradley Beal, the fit between Beal and Russell Westbrook, and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Wizard Larry Hughes and Bullets Forever writer Matt Modderno break down the John Wall for Russell Westbrook trade. They discuss Wall's surprisingly complicated legacy in DC, Westbrook's fit, whether the team improved, Beal's involvement in the trade, a Scott Brooks contract extension, Deni Avdija's media session, Eddie Jordan's comments on Ernie Grunfeld low-balling Larry, and the Nate Robinson knockout.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes offers a player's perspective on the validity of the John Wall trade rumors. Larry and Matt break down each of the free agent signings and give their projections for how many games the Wizards will win. They also discuss the big names in next year's NBA Draft worth keeping an eye on if the team decides to rebuild (Cade Cunningham, Jonathan Kuminga, BJ Boston, Evan Mobley, etc.)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno break down the small forwards on the NBA free agent market and evaluate their fit for the Washington WizardsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno are joined by Matt Babcock, draft analyst for Babcock Hoops and former NBA agent, to break down the Wizards' draft. Babcock is very familiar with Deni Avdija's game and gives us some real insight into what Wizards' fans should expect. He also explains why he's less optimistic about Cassius Winston, why Avdija and Hachimura would actually pair well together, and why Avdija is not the next Jan Vesely. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno are joined by former University of Maryland point guard and NBA Draft hopeful Anthony Cowan Jr. Cowan Jr. walks us through his pre-draft process, the NBA combine, team interviews (including one with the Wizards), overcoming adversity, former teammate Jalen Smith, and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno break down the 2020 NBA free agent center class and discuss some of the major names on the market. Our guest was Chris Chaney, the head coach at nationally ranked prep school Scotland Campus, who previously coached Hassan Whiteside. Chaney joined the show to tell us why Whiteside might actually be a better fit for the Wizards than many fans expect. We also asked Chaney for insight into Obi Toppin's development as he coached against him several times. His Newport Academy teams were also one of the top teams in DMV history with multiple future NBA players like DerMarr Johnson. We also talked to Chaney about coaching Rod Strickland's son, Terell, this past season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno discuss Steve Blake punching Gilbert Arenas, Davis Bertans' potential contract, how the Wizards have built around Bradley Beal and John Wall, John Wall's pick-up game videos, and which center prospects make the most sense for the Wizards in the 1st round of the 2020 NBA DraftSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno discuss John Wall playing spades on live TV, the credibility of the Bradley Beal to Golden State trade rumors, Devin Vassell's jumpshot, Obi Toppin's potential fit in Washington, and Gary Payton's future as an NBA coach. In the second half of the show, Matt Vazzana of the Beltway Sports Bros. podcast joins us to talk free agency, Kelly Olynyk to DC, the tallest people we've ever seen, the Princeton Offense, and MJ as a Wizard. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno discuss the end of the NBA season, the Lakers being the best team from start to finish this year, crazy fans, and how the bubble experiment worked overall. Chris Lebron, our latest fan guest host, joins the show to talk about the NBA draft, Larry's pre-draft experiences, and any advice Larry has for young players looking to enter the draft.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno discuss the Lakers being up 3-1 in the NBA Finals, Victor Oladipo and Myles Turner as potential trade targets for the Wizards, players passing up "good 2s" for "bad 3s" regularly, players trash talking each other, and more! Our latest fan guest host, Rashid Ali, also joins the show to talk about John Wall's mindset, Larry's favorite former coaches, the daily schedule of an NBA player, player development, and being the father of a top prospect.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry and Matt discuss Game 1 of the NBA Finals, a possible trade that would have sent Larry to the Lakers to play with Shaq and Kobe, Doc Rivers to Philly rumors, and Scottie Pippen saying the bubble isn't real basketball. Jishnu Purihella, our second fan guest host, joins the show to talk about the 2021 Wizards and NBA Finals!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno break down the NBA conference finals and their favorite broadcast crews. Fitz Cantrell, the show's first fan guest host, joined the show to ask about the Wizards' culture, LeBron's leadership, and what it takes to consistently play at a high level in the NBA.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NBA announced their All-NBA teams and Bradley Beal's name does not appear on the list. Was he snubbed? Plus, what happened to the Clippers, is Boston in trouble, and can Denver actually beat the other LA team? We also announce our 1st winner of our guest host contest! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno discuss the Boston vs Toronto series being the best playoff series in years, Miami's upset of Milwaukee, Michael Porter Jr. throwing his teammates and coach under the bus, Brooklyn hiring Steve Nash, and every team potentially making the NCAA tournament.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Larry and Matt open with their thoughts on the NBA players protesting and what it means going forward. Later, they are joined by The Athletic's Sam Vecenie to talk about his latest NBA Mock Draft and who the Wizards might target. https://theathletic.com/2000546/2020/08/20/vecenie-2020-nba-mock-draft-7-0-minnesota-wins-lottery-draft-order-set/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno discuss the upcoming NBA draft lottery, Scott Brooks' comments about trying players at different positions, their playoff picks for round one, and how they would do in a Bleav Podcast Network 2v2 tournament. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno evaluate the Wizards' bubble experience as they head home with a 1-7 record. They also try to help make sense of what happened on the court and provide their thoughts on which players stood out. They closed out the show with their picks for NBA regular season and bubble awards.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Troy Brown Jr. joins the show to talk about actually ballin' in the bubble, his vlog Ballin' in the Bubble, his development as a player, his ideal position, playing next to Bradley Beal, and the bond he has with his teammates.https://www.nba.com/wizards/ballin-in-the-bubble-troy-brown-jr-episode-6 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry and Matt preview the Wizards' 8 seeding games, which players are worth keeping an eye on, who is going to guard Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal's potential All-NBA snub.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Mehic of Bullets Forever joins the show to go over how the Washington Wizards looked in their first action in the NBA bubble and what to keep an eye on moving forward.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Play by play legend Steve Buckhantz joins the show to talk about his new podcast with Phil Chenier, being the voice of the Washington Wizards for over two decades, his contract not being renewed, the prospect of doing play by play for another local team, and some of his favorite moments. On the Road with Buck and Phil can be found wherever you get your podcasts: https://ontheroadwithbuckandphil.libsyn.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Richman, head coach of the Capital City Go-Go, joins the show to talk about their G League season, helping prepare the Wizards for the NBA's Orlando bubble, and which young players are poised for a breakout in Bradley Beal's absence. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Agent Zero himself joins the show! Topics include: his career, sharing a backcourt with Larry, playoff series against Cleveland, Bradley Beal and John Wall versus Gil and Larry, the free agency decision that brought Abe Pollin to tears, Wes Unseld sleeping in a hallway, Ernie Grunfeld, the NBA draft, and Kobe Bryant's influence. Make sure to subscribe and download! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry and Matt discuss Davis Bertans sitting out, the addition of Jerian Grant, life in the bubble, the NBA's snitch hotline, Kwame Brown, Michael Jordan trading Laron Profit for trash talking him during pick-up, and Wizards' team dinners in the mid-2000s!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Etan Thomas joins the show to discuss his book "We Matter: Athletes and Activism" and how many of the interviews in that book are especially important now. Etan and Larry also reminisce about their early 2000's Wizards teams and exchange funny stories about playing with Gilbert Arenas. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry Hughes answers your questions! Topics include: Wizards' playoff prospects, potential roster additions, the need for a big who can switch out onto the perimeter, player safety concerns in Orlando, what Larry Brown would have done if someone shot a 3 from 30ft out, Ish vs Shabazz, Brown Jr. vs Bonga, re-signing Bertans, why Larry didn't re-sign with the Wizards, ceiling of the mid-2000s teams if he had stayed, toughest guy to cover, favorite moment as a Wizard, favorite cities, Nelly vs Ludacris, and so on! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus joins the show to discuss the return of the NBA and the Wizards' playoff prospects. Larry also offers some wise words about everything that's going on in our country right now and what we call do to improve the situation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jake Pavorsky, Director of Player Personnel and PR at The Basketball Tournament, joins the show to talk about news of TBT's return in July and their plans for how to do so safely. Larry shares some stories about what it was like playing against Gilbert Arenas. The guys also discuss recent comments by Bradley Beal and the impending return of the NBA.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Prada, the creator of Bullets Forever, joins the show to talk about the history of the blog, covering the Wizards in the early days of the site, writing about the NBA for SB Nation, how covering a team has evolved, ramifications from COVID-19, his Wizards fandom, and his newsletter Prada's Pictures.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Muggsy Bogues joins the show to discuss being drafted by the Washington Bullets, his time in DC, his popular Hornets teams, playing against Michael Jordan and the Bulls, appearing in Space Jam, overcoming obstacles, sharing his story with others, and his well-chronicled Dunbar High School teams.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

University of Maryland legend and NBA veteran Walt "The Wizard" Williams joins the show to talk about staying the course at Maryland during difficult times, appearing in Kevin Durant's new documentary Basketball County: In The Water, playing against Michael Jordan and Bulls, the influence that Len Bias had on him which prompted him to write the book Lessons from Lenny, and this past season's Maryland team.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brendan Haywood joins the show and we talk about EVERYTHING: teammates going AWOL, playing with Michael Jordan, playing for Doug Collins, Kwame Brown and MJ's relationship, front office dysfunction from building a team around 39-year-old MJ to Ernie Grunfeld and Eddie Jordan not being on the same page, Larry's underrated leadership and the vacuum created when he left, BB gun fights preceding real guns in the locker room, tension with LeBron and the Cavaliers during the playoffs, and brawling with the Bulls in the mid-2000's.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry opens the show with his thoughts on The Last Dance, playing against Scottie Pippen, and playing alongside Michael Jordan. Matt Babcock, a draft analyst for Babcock Hoops and former NBA agent, joins the show. The guys ask him about everything from how teams will do their evaluations this year to who the Wizards should be targeting. Larry and Matt close the show by discussing some recent comments by Bradley Beal on the season and how he can improve as a leader.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry and Matt are joined by former Washington Wizard Sam Dekker. They discuss Sam's long journey back from Russia due to COVID-19, playing with the Wizards, his experience in the NBA, what he needs to do to get back there, beating a 38-0 Kentucky team, and marrying into a sports broadcasting family.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jared Jeffries joins the show and the guys talk about a wide range of topics, including: Jerry Stackhouse's comments on playing with Michael Jordan, playing with both Stackhouse and MJ, team dynamics and chemistry, what if the '04-'05 Wizards had stayed together, the NBA's HORSE competition, players' finances, esports, and fishing with the GOAT.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode, Larry Hughes and Matt Modderno are joined by Frances Tiafoe, a rising star in professional tennis. Frances discusses his love of the Wizards, matches against Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, other NBA fans on the ATP tour, and what he's doing to stay match-ready during the quarantine. Larry and Matt also discuss the 1998 NBA Draft in which Larry went 8th overall.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry and Matt talk about the league eventually resuming play, Arenas vs Wall poll results, the Wizards winning simulated games with lock-down defense, mental health, name/image/likeness, and locker room music in this week's Life in the League segment.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry and Matt talk coronavirus updates, NBA awards if the regular season doesn't resume, and what it was like for Larry to get Michael Jordan's seal of approval when joining the Wizards. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry and Matt talk about the NBA suspending play, the handling of coronavirus at different levels of basketball, how this season has gone for the Wizards, and what they will do to pass the time without sports to watch. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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