The Doug Gottlieb Show

This week, Doug gives his takeaways from his first trip to Cameron Indoor Stadium and lists his Top 5 old and Top 5 new college hoop arenas. Then, NY Post Columnist and best selling author Ian O'Connor to discuss his new book Coach K, including how improbable hiring of Krzyzewski at Duke, the low point of his rocky first years in Durham, how he turned it around with the Johnny Dawkins recruiting class, how Christian Laettner transformed the program, his complicated relationship with Bobby Hurley, how the upset against a historically dominant UNLV team changed the program's perception, how he rebuilt the Blue Devils into a title contender after missing an awful 1995 season, and the rough adjustment to coaching internationally, his exhaustion with Dwight Howard, earning LeBron's respect by confronting Kobe, and how close he came to taking the Lakers job, why he finally embraced the one-and-done, and how he settled on his eventual successor, and his post-retirement role in the program. Download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Doug continues his discussion with SEC Network hoops analyst and former 9-year NBA guard Jon Sundvold to discuss how he created a successful post basketball financial business, how he got into broadcasting, working Mizzou games with a young Joe Buck, his approach to calling games, and why he still enjoys it after so many years. Download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Doug continues his discussion with SEC Network hoops analyst and former 9-year NBA guard Jon Sundvold to discuss the biggest problems with the hyper-mobility of today's the college game, his surprising 1983 pre-draft rise to being the 16th overall pick by the Sonics, lessons he learned as a rookie on a veteran laden Seattle team that helped him survive in the league for 9-years, why he decided to retire, and his nightmare matchup. Download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Doug is joined by SC Network hoops analyst and former 9-year NBA guard Jon Sundvold to discuss the past weekend's Big 12/SEC Challenge, including Kentucky dismantling #5 Kansas, and Alabama taking down #4 Baylor, the rise of the SEC in hoops in recent years, and why Mizzou has fallen so far from it's glory days. They also discuss Jon's path from growing up in Kansas City to Mizzou, and stories form his time playing for the legendary Norm Stewart. Download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe, Rate & Review the KJ Live podcast right here. KJ chops it up with NBA Champion Dorell Wright about his basketball journey from prep to the pros, winning a championship with D-Wade and Shaq, and his first impressions as a teammate of Steph Curry and Klay Thompson. Dorell goes into detail about the Miami Heat culture, his decision to skip high-school, and his experience working with Kanye West as the Program Director for Donda Academy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Doug is joined by Yeshiva Men's Basketball Coach Elliott Steinmetz to discuss his experience building an a DIII contender with an all-Jewish squad while maintaining a career as a practicing lawyer, how he's handled the COVID layoff, and the program's recent national exposure. Download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug finishes up for former Villanova forward and title game hero Kris Jenkins and they discuss his decision to return for his senior year, how his life changed after his famous buzzer beater, coming up short of back-to-back championships his senior year, his experience in the D League and overseas, why he got in on the NFT craze, and if the Villanova culture can survive in the new NIL world. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, former Villanova forward Kris Jenkins joins Doug to look back on how his title game walk-off buzzer beater holds up against other all-time buzzer beater, his hoops background growing up in South Carolina with a basketball coach mom, how he ended up at Villanova, what he learned from Jay Wright, his struggle to lose weight at Nova, what clicked during the the 2016 title run, and how his legendary buzzer beater unfolded. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe, Rate & Review the KJ Live podcast right here. On the latest episode of KJ Live, I chop it up former All Pac-10 (USC) guard Stais Boseman about his basketball journey, growing up on the streets of Inglewood, and his legendary high-school career as one of the greatest two-sport athletes in California history. We also look back on "Hardwood Dreams" the documentary film based on his Morningside High-School state championship team, his experiences overseas and playing in NBA minor leagues, and the time Raiders owner Al Davis called him and invited him to training camp. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, in the conclusion of a two part interview, Doug talks with 7-year NBA vet and former Kansas star Rex Walters to discuss his difficult transition from the NBA to the Spanish league, how he transitioned into college coaching as an assistant at Valparaiso, how he landed the FAU head coaching job, why he left for San Francisco, his successes and firing after 8 years, the biggest difference moving from college to the G-League, and how he envisions staying involved in hoops in the future. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Doug sits down with 7-year NBA vet and former Kansas star Rex Walters to discuss his hoops upbringing in San Jose, why he chose Northwestern, why he decided to transfer to Kansas, how he benefitted from sitting out for a year, his experience as a rookie on the Derrick Coleman led Nets and some of the characters on those squads. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two of their interview, former Loyola Marymount Head Coach Max Good tells Doug about taking over as interim head coach at UNLV after the firing of his close friend Bill Bayno, how he turned another interim job into a five year stint at Loyola, and how he stays connected to the game in retirement. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe, Rate & Review the KJ Live podcast right here. KJ and former NBA first round draft pick Dan Dickau discuss Dan's top 5 ranked Gonzaga Bulldogs and what makes Head Coach Mark Few's program so special. KJ also gets Dan's thoughts on the NIL for college athletes, why the game of basketball has evolved, and what it was like playing against the Wizards Michael Jordan when Dan was a rookie with the Atlanta Hawks. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by former Loyola Marymount Head Coach Max Good who looks back on how he became involved in hoops as a kid in Maine, cutting his teeth in coaching, his best player that never made it, why he ranks MJ over LeBron, how he turned Maine Central Institute into a prep powerhouse, and coaching future NBA players like Caron Butler. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by former Villanova Head Coach and current CBS college hoops analyst Steve Lappas, who looks back on growing around NYC hoops in the 70's, and cutting his teeth as a high school coach in the city while coaching a young Rod Strickland. He also looks back at taking a job as an assistant on Rollie Massimino's Villanova staff, memories from the '84 title run, eventually taking over and turning around a Manhattan program as head coach. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the conclusion of a two part interview, NBA individual workout pioneer Joe Abunassar tells Doug how he helped build the IMG Academy hoops model, how it taught him to create his own profitable business, his training techniques and philosophy, how he builds player confidence, and his stories from working with Chauncey Billups, and the legendarily intense Kevin Garnett. They also discuss playing vs. training balance and why the trend towards not playing in games is bad for prospects. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by NBA individual workout pioneer Joe Abunassar to discuss his background from his days as a student manager under Bobby Knight at Indiana, the legend of Damon Bailey, if Knight could exist in today's basketball culture, how he landed his first assistant job at Wyoming with help from Knight, and early stories from his transition into establishing his individual training business with Al Harrington and Ty Lue. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug sits down with longtime Boston Globe writer Dan Shaughnessy to discuss his new book Wish It Lasted Forever about his time covering the dominant 80's Celtics title teams, how he developed a relationship the initially closed off Larry Bird, why Robert Parrish hated him, the Bill Walton experience, and why the 80's teams will always be more beloved the "Big 3" Celtics. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second part of a two part interview, Colorado State Head Coach Niko Medved tells Doug about turning around the Rams as an assistant under Tim Miles, how creating his own head coaching identity allowed him to succeed at Furman, his offensive philosophy, why he wanted to return to CSU to take the head job, how he energized a dormant program into a winner, recruiting, and his expectations for the program. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by Colorado State Head Coach Niko Medved to discuss his rise from student manager for Clem Haskins at Minnesota, to an assistant at Furman and Colorado St., to eventually taking over the Furman program, and his philosophy on program building and changing culture. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by former Indiana and Dayton HC Archie Miller and former Arizona HC Sean Miller to discuss their relationship despite their 10-year age gap, growing up as sons of a high school coach, their distinguished college careers, their respective mid major success at Xavier and Dayton, how they're dealing with their high profile firings from Indiana and Arizona, and what to expect from their their new podcast Next Play. .Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe, Rate & Review the KJ Live podcast right here. KJ and his old college roommate, former NBA player Jelani McCoy, catch up about Jelani’s new role at Showtime Basketball, how he’s transitioned into the content creator space, coaching against Lamelo Ball in high-school and why putting action behind his fears and anxieties changed the trajectory of his personal and professional life. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug and host of the Az Wildcats Podcast Mike Luke preview the 2021-22 Wildcats season as they transition from the Sean Miller era to former Gonzaga top assistant Tommy Lloyd taking over the program, how he should change the style of play, and how this year's squad stacks up against the rest of the Pac-12. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first of a two part interview, Doug and Yokahama BCorsair Head Coach Kyle Milling discuss his transition into coaching in the international game after a 14-year overseas pro career, including cutting his teeth in the French league, the story behind his firing in France that resulted from butting heads with an ex-NBA player, how it's different than coaching in the states, the best and worst experiences from life on the sidelines, and why he decided to make the jump to coaching in Japan. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first of a two part interview, Doug and Yokahama BCorsair Head Coach Kyle Milling discuss his path from San Diego high school stardom, to transferring from UCSB to Oregon, how he adapted from DI pampering to less glamorous pro league reality in Belgium, France, Lebanon, and Japan during his 14-year overseas pro career. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe, Rate & Review the KJ Live podcast right here. WNBA legend Alana Beard stopped by to talk about her role and involvement with the African American Sports and Entertainment Group, and their push to bring a WNBA franchise to the city of Oakland. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug and San Diego State Men's Basketball Coach Brian Dutcher discuss his memories as an assistant during Michigan's '89 title run, what happened the following year when the Wolverines got steamrolled by the Loyola Marymount juggernaut following the passing of Hank Gathers, the inside story on how the Fab 5 recruiting class came together, his recollection of the Chris Webber UNC time out game, how he helped Steve Fisher build San Diego State into a mid-major hoops power, and his front row seat to the growth of Kawhi Leonard from unknown recruit to NBA lottery pick. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by former Fairfield University Head Coach Sydney Johnson on why he switched his college commitment from Boston College to Princeton, his experience playing in coach Pete Carril's legendary offense, what lessons he learned from coach, his path to coaching the Tigers, his experience playing overseas professionally for seven years, how he landed the Princeton head job, why he left to take the head coaching position at Fairlfield, the difficulty of getting fired, and his views on the new NIL rules.Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe, Rate & Review the KJ Live podcast right here. KJ talks to College Basketball analyst Sean Farnham, and gets his take on the top teams, coaches and players in the Pac-12, ACC, Big 12 and SEC. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by longtime international pro Sean McCaw who discusses getting recruited to Arizona by Lute Olsen, rooming with Damon Stoudamire, what led to a heated confrontation with Lute Olsen that ended with his transfer out of Tucson, why he transferred to Southern Utah, how he broke into European hoops in Austria, how a leg injury changed the trajectory of his career, how he transitioned from playing to immediately becoming a head coach in Germany, and why he decided to write a book to help other players navigate the overseas pro hoops world. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe, Rate & Review the KJ Live podcast right here. The King of NBA Twitter, Josiah Johnson joins KJ for a lively conversation about toxic masculinity, the challenges of mental health in professional sports, how fatherhood has changed him, and of course LeBron James. Josiah also sheds some insight into his day job as a writer and producer on the upcoming Netflix series "Colin In Black And White." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by Grand Canyon University Women's Head Coach Molly Miller to discuss her hoops background growing up in Missouri, how playing AAU for her father led to her adopting her up tempo philosophy, how her sibling rivalry with her sister helped her, how she ended sup coaching her alma mater Drury University at 28, having immediate success turning around Grand Canyon, almost getting the Baylor job, her thoughts on potentially coaching men. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe, Rate & Review the KJ Live podcast right here. Marc talks to KJ about the time Kobe Bryant refused an interview because Spears was wearing an adidas sweatsuit, hosting the 2021 NBA Hall of Fame Enshrinement ceremony, why he became a sportswriter and some of the most interesting subjects he's covered during his illustrious career. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by Spanish league guard Johnny Dee to discuss his experience playing in the Little League World Series, when he started focusing on basketball, rebuilding the University of San Diego program after a devastating point shaving scandal, and the good, bad and ugly from his 6-year European pro career. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe, Rate & Review the KJ Live podcast right here. KJ talks to multi-talented, Emmy Award winning media personality Bomani Jones about how he got his start in sports media, graduate school in California, the use of Cannabis in professional sports and Kobe Bryant. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by Bleacher Report NBA writer and salary cap expert Eric Pincus to discuss which teams make cap sense as trade partners to land Ben Simmons, the strengths and weaknesses of the new look Lakers roster after the addition of Russell Westbrook, how the Nets can deal with an increasingly difficult Kyrie Irving, and if the Heat can bounce back from a disappointing 2021 or if their bubble Finals run was a one hit wonder. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug talks with former college hoops analyst and tv/radio personality Dan Dakich about media outrage, why his coaching style wouldn't translate in today's soft hoops culture, recent decision to leave ESPN for a new Outkick show, why he's moonlighting as delivery driver around Indianapolis, and what it will be like to not call games this season. He also shares some vintage Bobby Knight stories. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe, rate and review the KJ Live podcast right here. Woj stops by to discuss the Ben Simmons and Philadelphia 76ers situation, Lakers off-season moves, if the Chicago Bulls are for real, how the Nets will bounce back this season, what to expect from the Warriors if Klay Thompson is healthy and more! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by former prep legend Schea Cotton who discusses his father's positive influence, what it was like being on the cover of Sports illustrated in 8th grade, why he chose LA powerhouse Mater Dei, how he fought for playing time on a stacked prep squad, how a devastating shoulder injury derailed his sure fire NBA stardom, how an SAT scandal prevented him from going to UCLA, how his NBA Draft Combine tanked his draft stock, the disappointment from never making it to the league, what he would have done differently and why he's excited to tell his story in the Manchild documentary. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug is joined by ESPN college basketball analyst Mike 'Donnell to to discuss the proposed Big 12 hoops expansion, how the new schools will fare among the traditional Big 12 powers, and how the new NIL rules will impact the college basketball landscape. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by Iowa ballers Connor and Patrick McCaffery who discuss Connor playing baseball and hoops for the Hawkeyes, the growth of Luka Garza into the college player of the year, the pressure of being the coach's sons, how they're taking advantage of the new NIL deals, and why they can't stand Iowa State. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug sits down with Utah St. standout guard Steven Ashworth to discuss his Utah upbringing, playing at Utah's top hoops high school, the influence Jimmer Fredette had on him, how he ended up at Utah State over BYU or Utah, his Mormon mission experience, why he decided to pass up on a chance to play at Duke to go on his Mormon mission, why he decided to stay at Utah State after Craig Smith took the Utah job, why he's been aggressive pursuing NIL opportunities. He also discusses his life as a newlywed in college, his intense daily shooting routine, and which NBA shooters he admires. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug is joined by Maccabi Tel Aviv Power Forward Jake Cohen, who discusses his path as a late blooming suburban Philly recruit to Davidson, why he responded so well to the confrontational style of Davidson HC Bob McKillop, and what it was like getting hosted by Steph Curry during his recruiting visit. He also relives the devastating 2013 tournament loss to Marquette that ended his college career, how he signed with Israeli League power Maccabi Tel Aviv, and the ups and downs from his nearly decade career in Israel and Greece and multiple stints with Maccabi. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug gives his take on why Ben Simmons' public trade demand could backfire, and is joined by motivational speaker and former Michigan State walk-on Anthony Ianni discusses his path from overcoming his autism misdiagnosis and bullying as a child to becoming a national champion for Sparty. He also explains how Tom Izzo influenced his life, why Draymond Green was an amazing teammate, how he decided to become a motivational speaker advocating for autism awareness and anti-bullying, and why he felt it was important to write a book based on his experiences. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug talks with former Israeli League guard Andrew "Combo" Salop about his upbringing in the Bronx, bouncing around to a handful of high schools, how he played in the ABA without playing DI college ball, his move to the Israeli league. Andrew and Gottlieb also break down the top NBA lottery picks performances from the NBA Summer League, Gelo's legitimacy, Russell Westbrook's fit with the Lakers, and which teams could surprise in the East and West. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug is joined by agent Todd Ramasar discusses his hoops upbringing in inland Southern California, why he chose to walk on at UCLA, the surprising way he ended up representing Baron Davis, what sold him about an unknown Pascal Siakam, what it was like negotiating against Isiah Thomas as an inexperienced young agent, and his plans over the next decade. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug concludes his extended three part interview with former Ohio State standout running back and national champion Maurice Clarett, who discusses how he rebuilt of life after prison, why he's able to get his message across to today's athletes effectively, his struggle to get proper mental health diagnosis while inside, how he started educating himself while in prison, why his early morning workout regimen is a key to his success, his plans for the next 10 years, and how he takes time to give himself perspective. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug recaps the best and worst performances from Team USA's gold medal run, and sits down for part two of his interview with former Ohio State standout running back and national champion Maurice Clarett, who explains why he ultimately decided to leave Ohio State instead of continue to fight for eligibility, what it was like taking on the NFL to enter the draft as a 19-year old, inside his disastrous combine, what went wrong with the Broncos, what really happened with his public arrest for robbery, and how he transformed his life while in prison. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug sits down for part 2 of his interview with former Hofstra star Charles Jenkins to discuss his rookie year with the Warriors, his first interactions with a rookie Steph Curry, how he stayed ready despite limited action, how the unexpected Monta Ellis trade opened up playing time led to huge PT, and how his surprising trade to Philly taught him a hard lesson about NBA reality, Then, he discusses the transition to playing overseas, his tales from life on and off the court during a successful career in Serbia, Italy, Greece and Spain, and what it was like playing during extreme COVID lockdown. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, ahead of Team USA facing off against Spain in the Olympic quarterfinals, Doug sits down with Poland Men's National Team Head Coach Mike Taylor, who previews Team USA vs. Spain quarterfinal matchup, Team USA's biggest weaknesses, the biggest difference in the FIBA game compared to the NBA, and his prediction for the matchup. He also dives into how he prepared for a YEAR to face Luka Doncic, and breaks down the remaining teams left in the Olympic tournament. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.