NBA Pulse with Sarah Kustok

Sarah and NBA senior writer Shaun Powell react to the incredible Sunday slate of playoff games. Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves sweep Kevin Durant and the Suns, Jalen Brunson sets records leading the Knicks to the 3-1 series lead over the Sixers, James Harden and Paul George step up as Clippers even the series with Luka, Kyrie and the Mavs, and Tyrese Haliburton, Miles Turner and the Pacers roll over the Bucks to a 3-1 lead. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner react to the Joel Embiid 50-point performance and possible ejection in the Sixers win vs the Knicks and the Lakers humbling defeat vs the Nuggets as they fall to 0-3 in the series. Plus they preview the Suns must win game vs the Timberwolves and the Pacers trying to take command of the series vs the Bucks in Indianapolis on Friday. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer John Schuhmann about his first ever NBA Playoff Power Rankings. They breakdown a key stat from every playoff series through Game 1. Knicks vs. Sixers, Lakers vs. Nuggets, Mavs vs. Clippers, Pelicans vs. Thunder, Pacers vs. Bucks, Celtics vs. Heat, Magic vs. Cavs and Suns vs. Thunder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright discuss his full NBA Awards official ballot and get into previewing tonight's Play-In games. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 2 - Vince and Grant Hill continue their conversation, about Coach K's final game, his acting on "Living Single," with Queen Latifah, staring in the NBA as a rookie, dealing with injuries over the years, his role as an owner in the NBA, MLB and MLS, managing Team USA for the upcoming Olympics and his daughter as a young MMA fighter! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Shaun Powell about the NBA Playoff situations. The Knicks jump to the #2 seed in the East, the Lakers looking at the Nuggets in the possible 2-7 matchup and previews of all the Play-In Tournament games. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner discuss the many possibilities of the current NBA playoff situation and how things look for every team. Plus a recap of Victor Wembanyama's incredible rookie season. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grant Hill Part 1 - Vince and Grant discuss what it is like to go into the Hall of Fame, this year's Men's and Women's NCAA Tournaments, the rivalry between Duke and UNC that never stops, plus the back story on The Pass Grant made to Christian Laettner vs Kentucky in 1992. The VC Show is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode, we stay in the ABA as the upstart league lures top players like Dr. J, Moses Malone, and Spencer Haywood in an attempt to secure a national TV contract. Hannah recounts a story her father told her about the ABA’s top-secret pursuit of Lew Alcindor, dubbed ‘Operation Kingfish,’ and reflects on the lasting legacy of the ABA, including the hardship rule, three-point shot, and wide-open style of play. Plus, everything to know about the 1976 NBA-ABA merger. Guests include Dr. J, Bob Costas, Peter Vecsey, and Semi-Pro screenwriter Scot Armstrong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah is joined by NBA senior writer John Schuhmann to discuss the latest on playoff positioning as we head down to the final week of the regular season. The impact of Joel Embiid's dramatic return to the Sixers, and the very likely 3rd playoff meeting featuring Luka Doncic and the Mavs vs Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah is joined by a very special guest, the legendary journalist Hannah Storm. Hannah has a new podcast out now called NBA DNA with Hannah Storm. They discuss the current explosion of the women's game, the Final Four, and why she decided to tell her life story through the lens of basketball. They also get into Hannah's incredible connection with Stuart Scott and her dealing with a recent breast cancer diagnosis. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did Hannah Storm break into the sports business when it wasn’t an option for women? She always felt like she belonged. That comes from growing up in basketball. Hannah’s basketball story—her NBA DNA—begins with the American Basketball Association and her dad, former commissioner Mike Storen. In our first episode, we relive the basketball of Hannah’s childhood, learn how playground moves made it to the pro courts, and dive into the high-flying world of the ABA, with legends like Dr. J and Bob Costas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Shaun Powell about the NBA awards, his voting strategy, and who he thinks will win MVP, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved and Coach of the Year. Plus reaction to the epic Thunder vs Knicks game at MSG and LeBron dominating the Nets and talking retirement. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcast and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright discuss the MVP ladder, Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks rising and holding on to valuable playoff positioning in the Western Conference. They also discuss the East, the impending return of Joel Embiid and the Knicks being the biggest threat to the Celtics. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vince talks with his close friend and fellow Tar Heel legend Antawn Jamison about their favorite memories as suite-mates at North Carolina on and off the court. They also get into the current NCAA Tournament, what-if there was NIL money for them back in the 90's and Antawn scoring 50 points in back-to-back NBA games. The VC Show is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks to NBA senior writer John Schuhmann about the surprising rise of the Houston Rockets, if they can catch the Warriors for the 10th seed, and how Jalen Green has stepped up his play. the also get into why the Clipper have been struggling, and the very difficult schedule that the Suns have coming down the stretch of the season. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright discuss who will be the next NBA MVP when Nikola Jokic gives up the crown one day. Jalen Green, Anthony Edwards, Shia Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum, Jalen Brunson Tyrese Haliburton and Zion Williamson all get mentioned. Then they transition to talking about the Rookie sensation, Victor Wembanyama, his future MVP chances and how incredible he is to watch in person. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Shaun Powell about Kyrie Irving's crazy game winning buzzer beating shot for the Mavericks, Jalen Brunson taking over in the Knicks win over the Kings and the battles for seeding are getting serious as we come down the stretch of the season. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner discuss Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren battling for Rookie of the Year and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander challenging Nikola Jokic for the MVP and the #1 seed in the West. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and NBA senior writer John Schuhmann discuss his new Power Rankings... What the Pelicans are doing to be a threat in the playoffs, how LeBron and the Lakers are starting to put things together at the right time and what happened with the Sixers and Knicks on Sunday night. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.