D Hoop University
Temporada 2
por Darrell Harris
Feat. Rocket Henderson - Another first-timer checks in at D Hoop University. He's one of Hoop's oldest friends. Rocket uses his experience with the game of basketball to juxtapose the American style with what's happening Internationally, as Team USA inches closer to Olympic gold. (3:45) Thoughts on Team USA as they take 0n Brazil in the quarterfinals, along with insight from Rocket on the international basketball scene. (12:15) Controversial opinions on the Team USA rotation, and a breakdown of the coaching in an era without Coach K (22:30). (33:10) Additional Olympic storylines followed by the introduction of "Anti-Water" (38:50), a new sports hydration brand. https://www.instagram.com/antiwaterco/
Summer check-ins continue, this time spotlighting one of the most talented artists in LA. Big Jayce makes his DHU debut to unpack his new album Big Jayce World. He's a man of many names, but not so many words... until now. Later on the guys discuss Olympic hoops, following Team USA's win over South Sudan. Enjoy the pod! (8:30) Following some shoutouts and laughs about the good 'ol days, we get into what Big Jayce World is really about.. before digging into Jaylen's evolution as a musician (22:20) and creative direction for the project. (36:40) Hoop shares his favorite song from the album **link below** before the guys transition to a retrospect on the Drake & Kendrick Lamar beef (40:00). (55:10) The guys touch on Team USA after giving major props to South Sudan, before finally looking ahead to next season (108:15) ALBUM: https://music.apple.com/us/album/big-jayce-world/1757419016 IG: @bigjayceworld @thankyoubigjayce
Feat. Kendall Gilliam - On the heels of the NBA Draft, Hoop is joined by his good brother to discuss all things Lakers. What does the addition of Dalton Knecht & Bronny James mean? Who should the Lakers front office be targeting going into free agency? This is followed by thoughts about Team USA and a casual conversation about the Presidential debate. Enjoy the pod! (5:35) Thoughts on the JJ Redick head coaching hire, and NBA Draft results (44:25) Who could/should the Lakers target in free agency? Rumors galore with names including James Harden, Chris Paul, Lonzo Ball & more... (1:09:50) A Team USA Olympic back and forth followed by our debate kicker.
Feat. Shiva Dhiman - Just when you realized you missed us, the Casual Diehards are back with instant reactions to the New York Knicks / Brooklyn Nets trade. Prior to that, Shiv and Darrell give Boston their flowers properly, and later on Hoop drops bombs about Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese & Bronny James. Oh, and the draft is in less than 24 hours. Enjoy the pod! Feel good moment for the boys in Beantown (3:25) what does this mean for the rest of the league ? (11:15) Jayson Tatum vs. Kevin Durant career comparison (20:00) New York Knicks trade for Mikal Bridges, how do we feel ? (37:50) Does the WNBA have their version of Larry vs. Magic in Caitlin Clark & Angel Reese? (46:45) NBA Draft kicker & Bronny James hypothetical (59:15)
Feat. Terrel Emerson - There's no better person to kick the W off with than the man in the building for Ring Night himself. Hoop and Chatterbox get right into the league's opening night, with thoughts on Caitlin Clark, a fantasy draft recap & discussion on title contenders. We close with a condensed NBA playoff check-in as the Semifinals approach win or go home status. Enjoy the pod! (7:00) Reactions to opening Caitlin Clark's debut, predictions for her rookie year (15:15) Meet the Lady Hoopsters, Darrell's 1st WNBA fantasy team; in-depth draft recap (38:45) Who are the title contenders this year? Aces 3-peat? Liberty revenge year? Seattle Storm-ing back to the top? Wildcards?? (45:00) NBA Playoff check-in ... Boston advances. Will any other stars create a game 7 moment? Finals prediction (56:50) (1:02:40) NBA Rumor mill - Where should PG/Harden sign this offseason? What should the Lakers' strategy be? Bronny James draft status (1:09:35)
Feat. Kevin Wilson - Lots to discuss on today's pod. The rap beef is cooked, served, and ready to be digested. The NBA playoffs are down to the who's who of the league and the title is within reach. Awards have been announced. Kev & Hoop get into it all in what was a fantastic conversation start to finish. Enjoy the pod! 7 somethings Kendrick vs. Drake (3:40) Thoughts on the Lakers exit/offseason decisions (20:30) Additional 1st Round takeaways (32:25) Best playoff players list (40:45) MVP robbery (49:30) The WNBA’s time is now (1:09:25) Stay tuned…
Feat. Omar James & Shiva Dhiman. It's the most wonderful time of the year. The best postseason in sports is here, AND there's rap beef ?! Recorded on the final day of the regular season: The gang tackles the state of Drake vs. Everybody then offer a play-in preview. Rounding out the pod is a discussion about All-NBA teams and this year's MVP award. Enjoy the pod! (2:00) What is going on in the rap game? Is this 'beef' a publicity stunt? (16:10) Is the play-in format working/does it need to be tweaked? O shares what the Lakers need to do (19:00) and Shiva dismisses the 7-8 seeds as threats to his Boston Celtics (22:05). (33:45) Which teams are on upset watch at first glance of the bracket? (38:30) All-NBA teams broken down from first to third, plus some honorable mentions and quick takes on the MVP award (1:01:30).
Feat. Shiva Dhiman - The Causual Diehards lead a toast to the final stretch of the NBA regular season. Hoop guides the pod through some of the forgotten storylines of the year through the lens of fantasy basketball, as he battles in his league's championship matchup. Enjoy the pod! (5:05) Hoop runs through a list of player shoutouts that contributed to his team's success, which flows into some forgotten storylines of the NBA season (28:30) The guys discuss some NCAA Final 4, along with a list of players worth consideration of a first round draft pick (48:00) Pondering LeBron's future in the league, Shiv & Hoop depict 'The Phone Call' that could dictate the next era of the NBA
Feat. Suge Wrestling & Justin Walker. If you get the reference in the pod's title, extra credit for you! Today's pod is about something indeed - that being the WrestleMania XL main event(s). Hoop, Suge & Justin try to capture what makes this moment in time for WWE feel so grand. All while giving kudos to the high-level storyline at work, and likening its depth to that of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Enjoy the pod! (4:00) Justin opens with an explanation of his viral clips comparing the Bloodline saga to the MCU, followed by a round of shoutouts (16:35) Historical context as to why this story hits home for so many wrestling fans. (20:45) Should Roman Reigns win or lose / is there a better ending to his title run to be done? (25:50) The gang references the trucks in the background of the Cody beatdown, and fantasy brainstorm the WWE Universal Title match. (31:15) Is the Bloodline bigger than the title / Does WWE want to rewrite history? (42:54) Who is the Prodigal son: The Rock or Cody Rhodes? (48:40) How WWE can establish Roman Reigns as the G.O.A.T. (1:00:50) A round of applause from Hoop & Suge for the World Heavyweight Championship segment on Raw between CM Punk, Drew McIntyre and Seth (freakin') Rollins, (1:15:30) followed by some closing remarks on NXT.
Feat. Chuck Campbell & Omar James. T-minus 4 weeks until the NBA Playoffs are here, meaning it's time to be honest about whether or not our respective teams (Dallas & LAL) have what it takes. The conversation fluidly turns to March Madness & women's basketball. Enjoy the pod! (5:00) We start with Dallas - Is Luka/Kyrie & co. enough to make a run? Will Luka be a Maverick in 5 years or not? Is J-Kidd the man for the job? (26:30) The Lakeshow - O & Hoop provide contrasting perspectives on the Lakers' season outlook, while Chuck plays devil's advocate. We keep it real about Anthony Davis, and try to determine LA's best lineup for success. (54:05) March Madness - Prior to the Bracket being unveiled, Chuck offers his expertise on what teams are poised for a run, & what prospects we should be paying attention to. We juxtapose the men's game with the success seen in the Women's college basketball and debate how that could carry over to the WNBA.