BallCourt - The World of Basketball with Coach Drew

This week on BallCourt, Coach Drew talks about the following topics: ◦ WNBA Star Griner could be sent up to 5 years in a Russian labor camp, missing the start of the WNBA season, the whole season, if not a full career. ◦ Tina Thompson fired after four seasons as Virginia women's basketball coach ◦ LeBron passes Karl Malone on the all-time scoring list. ◦ Athletic parody makes March a hot bed for upsets. - NCAA March Madness and St. Peters College historical run. ◦ UConn women’s basketball team survives a physical challenge from UCF and now must make adjustments for the Sweet 16 Let’s Kick it: For the Sneakerheads: Air Max 1 Blueprint to release on Air Max Day along with the “Treeline” color way. Come book a session with the Coach if you are in the Las Vegas and Phoenix area. Stay active, Stay Healthy , Stay Safe ## See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Coach Drew discusses Women's History Month and the dilemma with the WNBA and Brittney Griner being detained in Russia. Also discussed: ◦ Kyrie Irving has hired the only Black woman representing an NBA player. ◦ WNBA Announces Disney Networks Broadcast Schedule For 2022 Regular Season ◦ Can LeBron James' '56 point game' Win vs. Warriors Be a Turning Point for Lakers? ◦ If Lakers miss the post season the Westbrook trade will be the worst in Lakers history per Magic ◦ Basketball Africa League second season begins ◦ Word from our Coach Come book a session with the Coach if you are in the Las Vegas and Phoenix area. Stay active, Stay Healthy , Stay Safe ### See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Coach Drew talks about the top issues in basketball including: ◦ The NBA All-Star game in Ohio. ◦ Two of Akrons greatest born basketballers put on a show at Cleveland ASG. ◦ Lake Show to Sh*t Show. Could ASG comments be the beginning of the end for Lakers and LeBron. ◦ Jerry West, Lakers legend as player, coach and exec, says NBA team now treats him like ‘piece of trash’ ◦ A Coaches look: Top 75 ranking: Top ten: Michael Jordan tops the list, followed by LeBron James, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson and Wilt Chamberlain. The top 10 continues with Bill Russell, Larry Bird, Tim Duncan, Oscar Robertson and Kobe Bryant. ◦ Overrated: Pete Maravich ( No. 54). Though he had 5 All Star appearances he did not enjoy as much post season success as former MVPs like Russell Westbrook. ◦ Most Underrated: James Harden (No. 50) It feels like he got demoted several spots due to being in the middle of -- or creating, if we're being totally honest -- yet another melodrama ### See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This week on BallCourt, Coach Drew reviews developments in basketball political, social and oh yeah - actual playing the sport. Topics include: ◦ Marcus Smart critical of Celtics' offense after latest loss ◦ Some NBA players feels Spaulding had a better feel than the new Wilson ◦ 76ers' Ben Simmons hasn't accepted off-court help from team, no timetable for return, per report ◦ NBA Power Rankings after 1st week A Word from The Coach ◦ An innovative training tool to help develop Knock down focus. Click on the link above to listen to the full show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on BallCourt - The World of Basketball, Coach Drew talks about the top stories in basketball including: NBA: Sixers suspend Ben Simmons for 1 game due to 'conduct detrimental to the team; NBA Commissioner Adam Silver sought vaccine mandate for players; WNBA Finals: Chicago Sky win first WNBA championship. ◦ Simmons back with Sixers and he is big mad . ◦ Silver wanted a player vaccine mandate ◦ Parker, Vandersloot and the Chicago Sky take WNBA title. - A Coaches look ◦ Highlights from NBA opening night (Nets vs. Bucks / Lakers vs Warriors) ◦ LeBron James publishes his 2nd book, 'We Are Family,' a novel for middle-schoolers Come book a session with the Coach if you are in the Las Vegas and Phoenix area. Go to http://www.will Stay active, Stay Healthy , Stay Safe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This week on BallCourt, Coach Drew talks about the politics of Covid vaccination in basketball. Additional subjects and topics include: A Coaches Look ◦ Diana Taurasi playoff record setting performance. A Word from Our Coach ◦ The importance of being coachable For more info and to follow the show - go to www.cwnsports.com ### See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shoes in this week's review: Shoe News: ◦ Kyrie 8s are “Trash” per Irving himself ◦ PJ Tucker Quarter million dollar AJ1s Kicking it ◦ Adidas sells Reebok for 2.5 billion to Authentic Brands Group. https://hypebeast.com/2021/8/adidas-sells-reebok-authentic-brands-group-2-5-billion-info Segment 4: Rock or flop ◦ Air Jordan 1 (Georgetown) Release Date : Aug 6th Retail: $130 New Releases: ◦ Yeezy Foam Runner “MX Cream Clay” Release Date: Aug 2 Retail: $80 Coach Drew talks about these and other shoes and fashion news. ### See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on BallCourt - Coach Drew reviews top games of the summer including the Olympics Basketball lessons; Kevin Durant's record breaking performance. Additional topics include: ◦ Kevin Durant Breaking Records in the Olympics on his way to Gold ◦ Lavar May have been right. Gelo surges in Summer League. ◦ Hansel Emmanuel Donato received his 1st collegiate offer. Hansel Emmanuel Donato Domínguez, one-armed basketball player, earns Division I offer from Tennessee State ◦ Lakers loading up. A Coach’s look ◦ USA Women 3 X 3 wins inaugural Gold Medal ◦ Andre Drummond making the best save of his career. ◦ An innovative training tool to help develop Knock down focus. Products: Hand in yo face a new product designed to simulate pest level hand in yo face defense. ### See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on BallCourt, Coach Drew revisits the NBA Championship game and the upcoming embarrassment of the US Basketball Team in the Olympics. Additional topics include: ◦ Suns and Bucks a match up for the ages ◦ Possible Dame and King team up ◦ Nate McMillian named as Hawks permanent head coach A Coaches Look ◦ USA Olympic team looking less than impressive ◦ WNBA players Nneka Ogwumike and Elizabeth Williams won't play for Nigeria at Olympics after appeal rejected Word from our Coach: They are watching : ◦ Parents during the recruiting season remember you too are being recruited. Come book a session with the Coach if you are in the Las Vegas area. Stay active, Stay Healthy , Stay Safe ### See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Let's Kick It - Coach Drew talks about: Hot Topics: ◦ Jordan Brand adds 8 WNBA players to their diversely growing roster ◦ Kanye in legal dispute against Walmart for trademark infringement Kicking it: Discussion on Nike Brings in $44.5 billion in Annual Revenue. Boasting a 96% Growth in Q4 2021 - Questions about investment in diversity. Agree to Disagree: ◦ Kareem Abdul Jabbar team with Adidas for Lakers inspired Forum Low Rock or Flop: [ Shoe Reviews] ◦ Air Jordan 11 CMFT low Thunder release 2021 ◦ Air Jordan 4 Tech Gray 07/03 finally ◦ NIke Dunk Low “ Candy “ ◦ Nike Air Jordan 4 “Red Thunder” Stay Cool, Calm and keep Collecting ... ### See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Ballcourt - The World of Basketball - Coach Drew looks at the NBA Championship games and the surprises and heartbreaks. Topics include: ◦ Is Devin Booker the New Kobe ◦ Suns vs Clippers Nail bitter ◦ Trea Jones sending chills through the East ◦ Alex Caruso caught flying high ◦ Phoenix Suns and Atlanta Hawks finished dead last in their divisions in 2018. ◦ Former WNBA all star snubbed by Olympic committee. A Coaches Look ◦ Can Philly fans trust Ben Simmons and the process any longer 76ers fans may never forget Ben Simmons’ epic fail, says Reggie Miller ◦ Shaq out here living several Goat lives Word from our Coach - Work on your Craft: Stay active, Stay Healthy , Stay Safe ### See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on BallCourt - The World of Basketball - Coach Drew covers the 2021 NBA basketball tournament. This week's topics include: ◦ Lakers eliminated by the Suns 4-2 ◦ Did we just see Dame’s Farewell ? ◦ Vanessa Bryant furious with Nike after unauthorized Mambacita shoe was released. A Coaches Look ◦ The first time since 2010 LeBron and Steph Curry is not in the Finals ◦ WNBA TOP 3 plays of the week ◦ Word from our Coach : Focus on the Fundamentals: Stay active, Stay Healthy , Stay Safe ## See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World of Basketball w Coach Drew - this week, Drew invites Malik Spann from the Blitz Sports Magazine Podcast on the set. They chop it up about all things basketball. Topics include: ◦ Playoff picture clearing up as Play in Tournament approaches ◦ Russell Westbrook reaches Oscar Robertson's record breaking levels ◦ Has Melo done enough to garner the ROY trophy. ◦ J. Cole has gone pro ◦ Word from our Coach: Focus on the Fundamentals ◦ Revisiting the importance of HBCU's Come book a session with the Coach if you are in the Las Vegas area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on BallCourt - The World of Basketball, Coach Drew talks about the changing faces and business partnerships in the NBA. Vanessa Bryant's decision to end a longstanding relationship with Nike shakes up the game. Additional topics include: ◦ Brooklyn Nets LaMarcus Aldridge calls it a career. ◦ Return of La Melo. ◦ A Coaches Look ◦ How Spicy is Curry looking? ◦ Lynx release Lexie Brown ◦ Word from our Coach : The failures of AAU. By Kendrick Perkins Kendrick Perkins goes off on AAU basketball: ‘It’s not even about basketball anymore. Stay active, Stay Healthy , Stay Safe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on BallCourt - the World of Basketball w/ Coach Drew, Brooklyn Nets is showing that they are the new threat to the NBA Championship crown. Coach Drew discusses: ◦ The Brooklyn Experiment part 3Why is the worst defensive team in history a threat to win it all. Additional topics: ◦ Andre Drummond Trade Rumors: Cavaliers Center Drawing Interest from 8-10 Teams ◦ At Trae Young’s 40 point outing. ◦ WNBA and NBA has teamed up for a second season of game growers. A word from our Coach.Williamsnextleveltraining.com Stay active, Stay Healthy , Stay Safe ### See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on BallCourt - The NBA Trade Wars have started with Lebron being accused of trying to recruit Steph Curry. Coach Drew digs in and talks possibilities. Additional topics: ◦ Brooklyn Nets loading up for a big push at the championship. ◦ Warriors GM reacts to LeBron recruiting Curry ◦ Trigger Fingers turn to Twitter Fingers the Easy money rant. Private feud between Kevin Durant and Michael Rapaport goes public ... and it’s ugly - NBA fines Kevin Durant $50,000 for offensive and derogatory language | A Coaches Look: ◦ At April Fools top 10 plays ◦ Women NCAA tournament everything the Men’s were advertised to be. ◦ Why have so many athletes entered the transfer portal Come book a session with the Coach Stay active, Stay Healthy , Stay Safe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on BallCourt The World of Basketball, Coach Drew looks into the Brooklyn Nets issues, Pros and Cons - Part 2. Additional Topics: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on BallCourt - The World of Basketball, Coach Drew looks at the mega trades which landed James Harden on the Brooklyn Nets. Additional topics include: Stay active, Stay Healthy , Stay Safebb See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.