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Why So Serious? takes listeners on Nikola Jokic’s long, strange, and incredibly unlikely journey to becoming the heartbeat of the champion Denver Nuggets and the best basketball player on the planet. As he traces Jokic’s transformation from his humble beginnings in Sombor, Serbia, sports journalist Mike Singer captures the witty irreverence, unparalleled competitiveness, and slight mischievousness of the MVP fondly known as “The Joker.”

Over the course of 100 luminous player profiles, the best sports newsroom on the planet paints vivid portraits of the game’s most compelling characters. The Basketball 100, edited by award-winning reporters David Aldridge and John Hollinger, also answers the game’s toughest, most important questions: How should we weight championship rings, versus statistical profiles, versus the “eye test”? Were the great players of yesteryear, like Wilt Chamberlain and Bill Russell, propelled by the inferior athleticism of their competition or would they have been transcendent in any era?

For more than two decades, legendary trainer Tim Grover has taken the greats - Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, and hundreds of relentless competitors in sports, business, and every walk of life - and made them greater. Now, he reveals what it takes to achieve total mental and physical dominance, showing you how to be relentless and achieve whatever you desire.

Can the Tennessee Volunteers overcome the Georgia Bulldogs without their star quarterback, Nico Iamaleava, if it comes to that? As the Volunteers gear up for this crucial matchup, questions loom about Iamaleava's injury status and its impact on Tennessee's chances in the massive road game.This episode dives into the Volunteers' defensive improvements since 2022, which could be pivotal against Georgia. The hosts also critique the College Football Playoff Rankings, questioning the committee's decision to place BYU and Indiana ahead of Tennessee. Additionally, they revisit their preseason draft ...

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The Herd with Colin Cowherd is a thought-provoking, opinionated, and topic-driven journey through the top sports stories of the day.

On February 17, 2022, Brittney Griner arrived in Moscow ready to spend the WNBA offseason playing for the Russian women’s basketball team where she had been the centerpiece of previous championship seasons. Instead, a security checkpoint became her gateway to hell when she was arrested for mistakenly carrying under one gram of medically prescribed hash oil. Brittney’s world was violently upended in a crisis she has never spoken in detail about publicly—until now.

Explore the latest NBA Fantasy Basketball trends, spotlighting key waiver wire additions like Jared McCain and Malik Beasley. Delve into the impact of shooting percentage shifts on players such as Josh Hart and Nikola Jokic, and how these changes can influence your fantasy strategy.Join Josh Lloyd as he examines the Memphis Grizzlies' rotation with Desmond Bane's return, and significant lineup changes for the Dallas Mavericks and Utah Jazz. Notably, Quentin Grimes steps in for Kyrie Irving in Dallas, while Kyle Filipowski takes over from Cody Williams in Utah, potentially altering player ...

Luka Doncic's late-game defensive lapse cost the Dallas Mavericks a crucial win against the Utah Jazz, allowing an easy game-winning dunk. This surprising upset showcased standout performances from Jordan Clarkson and John Collins, leaving fans questioning the Mavericks' current form. Hosts Jake Madison ( @LockedOnPelicans ) and John Karalis ( @LockedOnCeltics ) break down the implications of this game, exploring the Golden State Warriors' impressive 9-2 record despite injuries, and the Cleveland Cavaliers' undefeated start. The episode also covers the Los Angeles Clippers' resilience without...

No more waiting until morning. Nightcap is the new nighttime sports talk destination with legends Shannon Sharpe and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson. Hang out with Unc and Ocho as they give their unfiltered takes on the latest headlines from the NFL, NBA, and college football, and give their instant reactions to the biggest games moments after they end.

Much of today’s basketball training focuses on improving speed, agility, scoring moves, and shooting abilities. While this increases physical skills, it doesn’t teach young athletes the mental ins and outs of the game. Boost Your Basketball IQ teaches players and coaches arguably the most important (and neglected) skill of all: game awareness—a skill that most players often don’t develop until late in their careers.

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On November 7, 1991, basketball legend Magic Johnson stunned the world with the news that he was HIV-positive. For the millions who tuned in as he shared his news, Magic's revelation became a seminal moment for the nation. Now twenty-five years later, Cookie Johnson shares her story and the emotional journey that started on that day - from life as a pregnant and joyous newlywed to one filled with the fear that her husband would die, she and her baby would, too, be infected with the virus.

DeMar DeRozan, six-time NBA All-Star, has been called a “basketball savant” (ESPN) and “the best closer in the NBA” (GQ)—but when he went public with his depression, it sparked a conversation that reached far beyond the court. By breaking the stigma of speaking out, he added a new, seldom-heard voice to the mental health dialogue: a successful Black male athlete, openly naming his pain and advocating for others to do the same.

There’s a story about Rich Paul that everyone knows: A twenty-one-year-old kid from Cleveland who sells sports jerseys out of his car meets a high school basketball phenom named LeBron James at an airport—the two become friends and forge a decades-long partnership that reinvents the business of sports. That random meeting might seem like the lucky break that changed Paul’s life. But a moment of good fortune means nothing without the struggle that gets you there. And the truth is, Paul had always been lucky.

Quarterback Dilemma: Who Will Lead the Washington Huskies Against Oregon?Jedd Fisch is facing a pivotal decision as the Washington Huskies prepare for their clash with Oregon: Will Rogers or Demond Williams Jr.? The starting quarterback remains a mystery, with speculation swirling around the true freshman Williams potentially taking the helm from Rogers, as Fisch said he won't name a starter before the rivalry game on November 30. Adding to the intrigue, Williams recently earned Big Ten Freshman of the Week honors, while Russell Davis was named co-Defensive Player of the Week for their stellar...

Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins is one win away from becoming the all-time winningest coach in franchise history. In this episode, co-hosts Damichael Cole and Joe Mullinax discuss where Jenkins ranks amongst all-time Grizzlies coaches, plus injury updates on Ja Morant, Zach Edey and Cam Spencer. Today's episode is sponsored by PrizePicks. Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $50 instantly when you play $5! You don't even need to win to receive the $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks ...

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni sound the panic alarm over Joel Embiid and the Sixers and discuss the controversial game-ending steal in Sacramento. Then, The Athletic’s Kelly Iko joins the show after the Rocket's loss in Milwaukee. Finally, the guys look at some disturbing numbers for Tyrese Haliburton. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Saturday at Mountain America Stadium, Arizona State Sun Devils football faces the BYU Cougars for what could be a win-or-go-home scenario for both programs as the regular season nears its end and the Big 12 Conference Championship Game sorts out the top two seeds. The Sun Devils are virtually in control of their destiny, but a win against the Cougars is pivotal. In a crossover edition of the Locked On Sun Devils podcast, host Richie Bradshaw is joined by Drake Toll from the Locked On Big 12 podcast as the guys discuss why Arizona State Sun Devils football will emerge victorious and take ...