All Ball with Doug Gottlieb
436 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★ - 343 ratingsAll Ball with Doug Gottlieb is an unfiltered podcast covering the biggest stories in college basketball and the NBA. Join Doug as he brings his unique perspective as an TV analyst and radio host. In each episode, he'll give his opinions and discuss the top stories in the NBA and college basketball. Follow Doug on Twitter and subscribe NOW to get all the latest episodes!.
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Utah St. Forward Justin Bean on Trae Young HS Matchups, Tourney Chances, Playing HARD, Pro Aspirations
March 12, 2021 15:25 - 1 hour - 62 MBIn this episode, Doug talks with Utah State Forward Justin Bean. He discusses facing off against Trae Young in high school in Oklahoma, his Mormon mission experience in Reno, his transition into college hoops after a long layoff, his reputation for playing insanely hard, his take on his team's tourney hopes. and if he sees pro ball in his future. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcas...
UMBC Head Coach Ryan Odom on All-Time #16 Seed Over #1 UVA Take Down, Program Building
March 10, 2021 10:51 - 1 hour - 90.3 MBIn this episode, Doug is joined by UMBC Head Coach Ryan Odom who discusses his basketball journey that led him from son of Wake and South Carolina head coach Dave Odom, to college assistant, to taking over UMBC and authoring the greatest NCAA Tourney upset by taking down #1 UVA as a #16 seed in 2018. He also discusses the flip side of getting upset in his conference tournament as a heavy favorite this year. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! ...
Introducing Season 2: Kobe, LeBron & The Redeem Team
March 08, 2021 08:01 - 1 minuteGet a preview of Season 2 of the #1 New Sports Podcast of 2020. Sports journalist vets Jack McCallum and J.A. Adande take listeners through an insider's study of the 2008 US Olympic Men's Basketball Team and the legendary players that defined a new generation of NBA basketball, including Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Dwayne Wade, and Jason Kidd. Season 2 features guests including Carmelo Anthony, Phil Jackson, Chris Bosh, Robert Horry, Jerry Colangelo, Deron Williams, Mike Krzyzewski and many mo...
Pt 2: Andrew Bogut Discusses Bucks Passing on Steph, Warriors First Title Run, Game 7 Loss to Cleveland, Draymond
March 04, 2021 10:30 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBIn this episode, Doug sits down for the final installment of his conversation with NBA champion and former #1 overall pick Andrew Bogut. They dive into the infamous trade that never was with the Bucks passing on Steph Curry for Monta Ellis, and gives an inside look at the Warriors incredible first title run in 2015, the growth of Draymond, the devastating Game 7 Finals loss to the Cavs after holding a 3-1 lead in 2016, and if there's any situation that could convince him to un-retire. Make s...
Pt. 1: NBA Champ Andrew Bogut on Australian Upbringing, Rick Majerus Experience, Being Drafted #1 Overall
March 03, 2021 11:58 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBIn this episode, Doug sits down for the first part of a two part conversation with NBA champion and former #1 overall pick Andrew Bogut. They discuss his path from a working class Australian childhood to becoming the college player of the year at Utah with Rick Majerus, and then the #1 overall pick in the 2005 NBA Draft. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Warning: Explicit Language Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodca...
Duke and Sparty Finally Rollin'; Lakers Video Coordinator Max Hooper on Luka, Beal, Lillard, Steph Scouting Reports
February 25, 2021 20:53 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBIn this episode, Doug gives his take on Michigan State and Duke starting to roll after slow starts, and is joined by Lakers Video Coordinator Max Hooper. They discuss the day-to-day grind of breaking down tape for the Lakers, what he's seen on tape from stars like Luka, Bradley Beal, Dame Lillard, and Steph Curry. 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.com See omnystudio.com/l...
Michigan/Juwan Howard Love; Former UNLV Guard and Int'l Pro Mark Dickel Talks Point Play, Transition to Coaching
February 20, 2021 12:38 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBIn this episode, Doug lays out why Juwan Howard and Michigan deserve the love they're receiving and why a tough upcoming stretch will be the biggest test of their season to date. This week's guest is Mark Dickel discusses his path from New Zealand to leading the nation in assists at UNLV, his long international pro career, and his transition to becoming the coach of the Albanian and Philippines National teams. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcast...
All-In on Cade Cunningham; Former NBA Scout Bryan Oringher Evaluation, Questioning Analytics, Underrated Players, NBA Team Evals
February 11, 2021 09:24 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBIn this episode, Doug explains why he's all-in on Oklahoma State Freshman Cade Cunningham, and talks with NBA Scout Bryan Oringher. They discuss learning under Gary Williams at Maryland, his NBA break as a video coordinator with the Wizards, working his way into an NBA scouting role, what he thinks analytics gets wrong, which NBA players are underrated, if the Nets have enough to win the East, and if the Clippers can win the West, and if LeBron and the Lakers can repeat. Make sure you downlo...
Super Bowl LV Honorary Captain Trimaine Davis on Beating the Odds, Bridge Youth Tech Divide, San Diego St. Hoops Career
February 08, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBIn this episode, Doug is joined by Super Bowl LV Honorary Captain Trimaine Davis to discuss his role as an honorary captain at Super Bowl LV, his challenged upbringing, the incredible story of determination of how he overcame countless obstacles to star in hoops San Diego St., and how it inspired him in his mission to provide hotspots, laptops and computers to underprivileged kids during during the pandemic. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts!...
Luka Garza, "Ayo" Dosunmu NBA Projections; Brown Univ. HC Mike Martin on Taking Over Alma Mater, LONG Ivy League Covid Hiatus
February 05, 2021 09:58 - 51 minutes - 47 MBIn this episode, Doug discusses the NBA future of Iowa's Luka Garza, and Illinois star Ayo Dosunmu, and is joined by Brown University Head Coach Mike Martin. They discuss his Massachusetts upbringing, taking over the Brown program where he played, and how he's dealt with not being able to practice with his team since last March due to strict Ivy League COVID protocols, and what he's learned in the process. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! ...
Doug Reflects on the 20th Anniversary of the Oklahoma State Plane Crash with Former Teammate Brian Montanati
January 29, 2021 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBIn this episode, Doug remembers the the 2001 Oklahoma State team plane crash and 10 that died with his former teammate Brian Montanati and how it has impacted how both live their lives going forward. 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.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Special Preview - Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre - LeBron is the MVP Frontrunner, Bradley Beal Needs a New Home & the Lonzo Ball Conundrum
January 27, 2021 10:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBOn today's episode, Jason kicks things off by paying homage to the 'Washed King' himself LeBron James. At age 36, LeBron continues to defy Father Time and is currently the odds on favorite to win his fourth NBA MVP award... and people are still looking for reasons to hate the man! What gives? Whether is sports media talking heads who claim that LeBron ruined the NBA with the Player Empowerment Era or former players like Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley who seem more worried about going v...
Pt. 2: Long Beach State HC Dan Monson on Leaving Gonzaga for Minnesota, Regrets, Perspective, Few Relationship
January 23, 2021 10:00 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBIn this episode, Doug concludes his two part interview with Long Beach State Head Coach Dan Monson. They discuss the impact of Gonzaga's '99 NCAA Elite 8 Run, why he decided to leave for Minnesota job, the ups and downs with the Gophers, if he regrets leaving the Zags, and how he's continued to stay close with Mark Few. 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.com See omnystudio...
Pt. 1: Long Beach St. HC Dan Monson on Laying Gonzaga Foundation, Mark Few Early Years, '99 NCAA Tourney Run
January 22, 2021 10:22 - 1 hour - 56 MBIn this episode, Doug sits down for the first part of a two part interview with Long Beach State Head Coach Dan Monson. They discuss growing up the son of a coach, playing football for Dennis Erickson at Idaho, coaching under UAB's Gene Bartow, taking over Gonzaga after being a long time assistant, and his memories from the '99 NCAA Tourney run that put the program on the national map. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about you...
Gottlieb and NBA Insider Ric Bucher Dissect the James Harden Trade, Title Expectations, Kyrie Toxicity, and Potential Pitfalls
January 15, 2021 11:15 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBIn this episode, Doug and guest longtime NBA Insider Ric Bucher dissect the James Harden reuniting with KD in Brooklyn, if Brooklyn is a legitimate title contender, how Kyrie fits into the mix, and how he can potentially derail the entire experiment. 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.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guest: NBA Draft Analyst Matt Babcock Discusses LaMelo Early NBA Impressions, Luka Garza, Cade Cunningham, Jalen Suggs Evals
January 08, 2021 10:30 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBIn this episode, Doug shares a great behind the scenes story about life on the road in broadcasting, and is joined by hoops analyst, former agent Matt Babcock. They discuss his Arizona walk-on experience, his non-traditional path to becoming an NBA agent, the ugly side of the business that led him to leave it to pursue player evaluation and analyst life. He also breaks down LaMelo Ball's first month of his NBA career, his NBA scouting report on Iowa's Luka Garza, star freshman Cade Cunningha...
KD/Kyrie Hot Start and Early NBA Thoughts; Kentucky Struggles; Skills Trainer Chad Wilkerson on Playing for Pre-Kansas Bill Self, with Dennis Rodman in the Philippines
January 01, 2021 10:30 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBIn this episode, Doug gives his thoughts on the early season NBA action, KD and Kyrie's impressive early returns, why the Clippers can bounce back and win a title, and why Kentucky's struggles show the the one-and-done model has peaked. This week's guest is skills trainer and former Oral Roberts star Chad Wilkerson who discusses playing for Bill Self, playing against Gottlieb in college, with him in the USBL for Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, which college basketball rule changes can improve the colle...
Special Preview - Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre - The Steelers are Stuck in Mud & #NBATwitter King Josiah Johnson
December 22, 2020 10:00 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBOn today's episode, Jason shares a quick thought on the Pittsburgh Steelers ugly loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday Night Football. After starting the season 11-0, the Steelers have lost three in a row and Ben Roethlisberger looks absolutely washed. The defense has slipped a bit and the offense looks abysmal. Thanks to their hot start to the season they'll still make the playoffs but they have the making of a one-and-done postseason team, at best. Plus, The King of #NBATwitter Josiah J...
Pt. 2 of 2 - Former Gonzaga Star Dan Dickau on Building Program Foundation, 2021 Zags, NBA Experience
December 18, 2020 10:30 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBIn this episode, Doug is joined by former Gonzaga superstar and NBA player Dan Dickau for the second part of a two part interview to discuss his breaking onto the national scene at Gonzaga, building the foundation of what the program has become, his NBA experience across multiple teams, and how he's staying involved in the game. 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.com See o...
Pt. 1 - Former Zags Superstar Dan Dickau Discusses Hoops Upbringing, Washington Commitment, Gonzaga Transfer Decision
December 17, 2020 10:30 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBIn this episode, Doug is joined by former Gonzaga superstar and NBA player Dan Dickau to discuss his hoops upbringing in the Northwest, committing to Washington, and why he decided to transfer to an up and coming Gonzaga program. 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.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Special Preview - Up On Game with LaVar Arrington, T.J. Houshamndzadeh and Plaxico Burress joined by Al Harrington - The NBA's Newest Policy is Long Overdue!
December 13, 2020 11:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBLaVar Arrington, T.J. Houshmandzadeh and Plaxico Burress discuss the NBA's decision to no longer test players for marijuana and speak with 16-year NBA veteran Al Harrington about what it means for the rest of professional sports! Plus, is James Harden an example of 'player empowerment' going too far? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Reacting to Coach K's Comments; Former Wash. St. Guard Taylor Rochestie on his Grind, Tony Bennett Influence, Recruiting Klay Thompson, 10-year Int'l Pro Career
December 11, 2020 12:22 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBIn this episode, Doug dives into Coach K's comments second guessing the plans to play games during COVID, and talks with former Washington State Guard Taylor Rochestie discusses his path from growing up in Santa Barbara, transferring from Tulane to rebuilding Washington State, Tony Bennett's influence, recruiting Klay Thompson, how he's been able to carve out a successful 11-year pro career in Europe and China, and his new motivational book on living with an optimistic, positive attitude. Ma...
College Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee Tom Penders Talks 40 Years in Coaching, Texas Run, Recruiting, Philosophy
December 10, 2020 10:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBIn this episode, Doug is joined by College Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Tom Penders to discuss his incredible 40 year coaching career at 7 schools, including his memorable run at Texas, why he played up tempo, his days as a basketball and baseball standout at U Conn, and why he passed on a possible major league baseball career to pursue coaching. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpo...
Clippers Chemistry Disaster; Ohio Guard Jason Preston on Going From Averaging 2 PPG in HS to 20 PPG in College
December 03, 2020 12:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBIn this episode, Doug looks at recent reports of Clippers chemistry issues, and is joined by Ohio University Sophomore Guard Jason Preston who shares his incredible story on his growth from not starting and averaging 2 PPG as a high school senior to 20 PPG as an All-MAC star for the Bobcats. 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.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...
All-In NCAA Tourney Argument; Guest: Former Belmont HC Rick Byrd on College HOF Selection, Program Building, NAIA to DI Jump, Near Duke Tourney Upset
December 02, 2020 13:05 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBIn this episode, Doug gives some early takes on the college hoops season and makes the case for letting every team into the NCAA Tournament. This week's guest is legendary former Belmont Head Coach Rick Byrd, who discusses his recent College Basketball Hall of Fame selection, growing up as the son of a Tennessee sports writer covering the Vols, his path into coaching, building Belmont from an NAIA program to a consistent Division I tournament team, battles with Nashville rival Lipscomb Unive...
Pt.2 - South Carolina Head Coach Frank Martin on Early Cancellations, Recruiting/Coaching Michael Beasley, South Carolina Final Four
November 28, 2020 14:08 - 58 minutes - 54 MBIn this episode, Doug finishes up the second part of his in-depth interview with South Carolina Head Coach Frank Martin. They discuss the wave of early college hoop cancellations, the behind the scenes of recruiting and coaching Michael Beasley to Kansas State, their unexpected Elite Eight run, why he didn't end up getting the Miami job when it opened up, and how he turned around South Carolina made a Final Four. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podc...
Former Wichita State Star Ron Baker Gives Exclusive Insight Into Gregg Marshall Player Abuse Allegations, Program Culture, Speaking Out
November 25, 2020 13:01 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBIn this episode, Doug is joined by former NBA guard and Wichita State star Ron Baker discusses his path from rural Kansas to starring at Wichita State, the Shockers undefeated regular season, Final Four run, and opens up with exclusive insight into the good and bad of his experience playing under former Wichita State Head Coach Gregg Marshall, including his first hand recollection of Marshall allegedly hitting Shaq Morris in practice. He also talks about his NBA experience, playing in Russia...
Quick NBA Draft Thoughts; Pt. 1 - South Carolina HC Frank Martin on Miami Upbringing, Adversity, Bob Huggins Relationship, K-State Big Break
November 21, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBIn this episode, Doug gives some quick thoughts on LaMelo Ball and the NBA Draft, and talks with South Carolina Head Coach Frank Martin about how he spent his long COVID offseason, his upbringing in Miami, the influence of his high school coach Shakey Rodriguez, why he stresses education with his players, his relationship and first big break with Bob Huggins, and what led to him getting the his first big time head coaching job at Kansas State. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here ...
Preseason #1 Gonzaga HC Mark Few Discusses Title Pressure, Philosophy, Recruiting, 2020 Disappointment, 2021 Uncertainty
November 13, 2020 10:23 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBIn this episode, Doug is joined by Gonzaga Head Coach Mark Few to discuss his team's #1 preseason ranking, how he continues to recruit the right players to fit the program, the disappointment of the a COVID shortened 2020 season, how he's approaching the uncertainty of the 2021 season, and what he's learned coaching international hoop. 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.co...
Cavs Guard Matt Mooney Discusses Improbable NBA Path, College Transfer, Texas Tech Title Game Run, Coach Beard
November 11, 2020 13:02 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIn this episode, Doug sits down with Cleveland Cavaliers Guard Matt Mooney to discuss his improbable path to the NBA from growing up outside of Chicago, bouncing around several colleges before winding up at Texas Tech to play for Chris Beard, his role on the Red Raiders 2018 NCAA tourney championship game run, and what he's working on to survive in the NBA. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.i...
SPECIAL PREVIEW - Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre - More NFL Football is a Good Thing, Knicks and Suns want CP3 & Could LaMelo Ball fall in the NBA Draft?
November 11, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBOn today's episode, Jason starts things off by explaining why he's fully on-board with the NFL's plan to switch to a 16-team Playoff bracket in the event that not every team can complete a full regular season schedule due to COVID. Producer Rob pushes back on the idea in a big way - and even Jason admits that the contingency plan should've been put into place before the season even started - but you can never have too much good NFL football. Later, the guys share their thoughts on the report...
Former Notre Dame Guard Kyle McAlarney on Notre Dame, Euro Career, Adversity, NBA Player Training
November 04, 2020 10:30 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this episode, Doug catches up with former Notre Dame Guard Kyle McAlarney discusses his path from Staten Island to Notre Dame as a highly touted recruit, a public arrest/suspension, his successful Euro career in the French league, and how he's staying in the game as a high school coach, NBA player trainer, and transitioning to being an agent. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcast...
LaMelo and the 2020 NBA Draft Crapshoot; Quick Season Turnaround; Guest: Former Notre Dame Center Phil Hickey
October 30, 2020 10:47 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBIn this episode, Doug explains why the 2020 NBA Draft is even more of a crapshoot than normal, and the short offseason and quick turnaround for a 2021 season. This week's guest is Doug's former Notre Dame teammate Phil Hickey reflects on his time in South Bend, overcoming a fear of flying, his overseas career, eating reindeer, and his post basketball career in tech and growing the massively popular app Angry Birds. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Po...
LeBron's Respect Quest; Former Lakers/Loyola Marymount HC Paul Westhead on Hank Gathers, Magic, Kareem, Run 'N Gun Mindset
October 15, 2020 09:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBIn this episode, Doug explains why he thinks LeBron is punching down by caring about people who still don't respect him, and is joined by NBA Champion and former Loyola Marymount Head Coach Paul Westhead to discuss the tragic death of Hank Gathers, his revolutionary run 'n gun philosophy, transitioning to the WNBA, rookie Magic's final heroics, how he ended up playing center in the Finals, establishing a relationship with Kareem, and his new book The Speed Game. Make sure you download, rate ...
Lakers Title Recap; Hip Hop Legend Lil' Wayne Talks, Kobe, MJ/Lebron G.O.A.T. Debate, Childhood, Lambos
October 12, 2020 13:43 - 1 hourIn this episode, Doug sits down with hip hop icon and sports super fan Lil' Wayne to discuss his relationship with Kobe, the Lakers 2020 title, if LeBron's latest title moves the G.O.A.T. debate, growing up in New Orleans, rising to rap fame at 12, going platinum at 17, his creative process, how the rap game has changed in the digital age, and the time he got a Lambo as an apology from a prince in Riyadh. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Le...
Lakers Title Recap; Hip Hop Legend Lil' Wayne Talks, Kobe, MJ/LeBron G.O.A.T. Debate, Childhood, Lambos
October 12, 2020 13:43 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBIn this episode, Doug sits down with hip hop icon and sports super fan Lil' Wayne to discuss his relationship with Kobe, the Lakers 2020 title, if LeBron's latest title moves the G.O.A.T. debate, growing up in New Orleans, rising to rap fame at 12, going platinum at 17, his creative process, how the rap game has changed in the digital age, and the time he got a Lambo as an apology from a prince in Riyadh. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! ...
Game 5 Finals Finale; Former NBA Video Coordinator Mo Dakhil on Lakers Bubble Run, 2021 Contenders, Clippers Collapse
October 09, 2020 09:30 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBIn this episode, Doug explains why he's confident the LeBron and the Lakers will close out the Heat in Game 5, why their bubble focus has been remarkable, which teams he thinks will contend in 2021, and discusses the Finals and 2021 contenders with analyst and former NBA video coordinator Mo Dakhil. 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.com See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...
Introducing: Hey Pal! with Jarod & Dave O
October 07, 2020 07:01 - 4 minutes - 4.07 MBHey Pal! is a sports & entertainment podcast hosted by Hollywood producer Jarod Einsohn and celebrity insider Dave “Dave O” Osokow. Jarod's a die hard Cowboys fan and Dave O loves the Eagles so naturally they can’t stand each other, but since they have the same celebrity friends they buried the hatchet and started a show together calling all of their superstar pals to talk smack and argue about everything. Zendaya, Michael B Jordan, Mark Cuban, Tiffany Haddish, Snoop, Zac Efron, Kate Hudson, ...
Lakers Title Lock; Arrogance of 'Coach Kyrie'; College Insider Jon Rothstein Previews Reg. Season, Bubble Plan
October 03, 2020 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBIn this episode, Doug looks at the inevitability of LeBron and the Lakers' Finals win, their path through the bubble, and Kyrie Irving's latest arrogant comments dismissing the importance of coaching, and why the KD/Kyrie marriage is doomed for failure. College hoops insider Jon Rothstein discusses the logistics of pulling off the proposed college basketball regular season regional bubbles, previews an uncertain 2020 season, and how he developed his extensive college contacts. Make sure you ...
A.I. Legacy Questions; NCAA Regional Bubble Viability; 'Three Ring Circus' Author Jeff Pearlman Goes Inside Shaq/Kobe Lakers
September 24, 2020 09:30 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBIn this episode, Doug explains why he doesn't think Allen Iverson's legacy is above questioning and the viability of college hoop regional bubbles to get through the season. Author Jeff Pearlman joins the pod to discuss his new book 'Three Ring Circus' which gives an unprecedented inside look at the Shaq/Kobe Lakers dynasty. 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.com See omnys...
Celtics Blowup No Big Deal; LeBron MVP Over Giannis; Guests: Tim Livingston on In-Depth Tim Donaghy Investigation, Marvin Menzies Talks
September 19, 2020 08:30 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBIn this episode, Doug explains why the Celtics reported locker room shouting match between Jaylen Brown and Marcus Smart isn't a big deal, and why LeBron should be the MVP over Giannis. 'Whistleblower' podcast host Tim Livingston on his pod's in-depth investigation into disgraced former ref Tim Donaghy's game fixing scandal and if it ran deeper than the league admits. Also, former New Mexico State and UNLV head coach 'Marvelous' Marvin Menzies discusses his L.A. roots and unexpected path int...
SPECIAL PREVIEW - Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre - Clippers Choked, Kawhi is a System Player, Doc Rivers is a Fraud
September 16, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBClick here to subscribe and download all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! On today's episode, Jason verbally destroys Kawhi Leonard, Doc Rivers and Paul George after the Los Angeles Clippers folded like a cheap tent in Game 7 of their series against the Denver Nuggets. How the heck did the Paper Clips manage to blow a 3-1 lead to the Nuggets?? As they say in the movie 8 Mile: “This guy’s a choke artist!”. Kawhi got exposed as nothing more than a system player who was...
No Going Back from All Inclusive NCAA Tourney; Clippers, Lakers Potential Matchup Preview; Michael Porter, Jr.'s Rookie Media Mistake
September 12, 2020 09:30 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode, Doug explains why there would be no going back from a Coach K proposed all inclusive 2021 NCAA Tournament, gives his analysis of the Lakers and Clippers Western Conference Semifinals performances so far, and previews what seems like their inevitable WCF matchup. Oregon St. Asst. - and brother - Gregg Gottlieb joins the pod to discuss Michael Porter, Jr.'s public comments questioning his coaches, and the fallout from Nuggets teammates and coaches. Make sure you download, rate...
Harden Struggles; Nash Hire About Respect Not Race; NBA Mental Coach David Nurse on Playoff Mindset; Gregg Gottlieb on Recruiting Kawhi
September 05, 2020 09:30 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBIn this episode, Doug discusses James Harden fading down the stretch in the playoffs again, why the Nets hired Steve Nash because he has Kyrie and KD's respect, not because of white privilege. He also talks with NBA mental coach - and nephew of Raptors HC Nick Nurse - David Nurse on playoff mindset and confidence sustaining techniques. Oregon St. Asst. - and older brother - Gregg Gottlieb looks back on his time spent recruiting a young Kawhi Leonard, and where his game has grown the most on ...
Special Preview - Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre - The Goon Squad Clippers, Can't Stop the Celtics & Doug Gottlieb
August 31, 2020 09:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBOn today's episode, Jason takes Doc Rivers and the Los Angeles Clippers to task for their goonish play thus far during the playoffs and explains why history tells us that roughing up the opposition (Hello, 2008 Boston Celtics!) is the only way Kawhi Leonard and the boys are going to win an NBA championship this season. Jason also explains why Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics are such a nightmare matchup for the Toronto Raptors, and why we shouldn't count on the Larry O'Brien trophy return...
NBA Bubble on the Brink; Pistons Guard Langston Galloway on Bubble Exclusion, Path from Undrafted to Knicks, Huge MSG Debut
August 28, 2020 09:30 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBIn this episode, Doug discusses the players boycotting games and why cancelling the season would be a brutal business hit. This week's guest is Pistons Guard and 7-year NBA vet Langston Galloway. He tells Doug what it's like being on the outside of the bubble looking in, why the bubble offensive numbers have been so eye-popping, his path from Baton Rouge, to St. Joe's, to breaking in with the Knicks, crushing his MSG debut, to finally getting his first long term deal in Detroit. Make sure yo...
NBA Ratings; Lakers, Clippers, Bucks 1st Rd. Breakdown and Draft with Jason McIntyre and Hoops Writer Kurt Helin
August 22, 2020 09:30 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBIn this episode, Doug discusses the dip in NBA bubble ratings, and gives his analysis on the early first round performances from the Lakers, Clippers and Bucks. NBC Sports lead NBA writer Kurt Heslin and FS1 contributor and host of the Straight Fire pod, Jason McIntyre, break down the first round matchups and discuss top prospects heading into the NBA Draft. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www...
Dame Doing Damage; Former Penn State All B1G Guard Pete Lisicky on the Good, Bad, and Ugly From 11 Euro Seasons
August 13, 2020 09:30 - 1 hour - 93.7 MBIn this episode, Doug discusses Damian Lillard exploding for back-to-back 50+ point games after beef with Paul George and Patrick Beverly, and why no frills "hoop guys" are thriving in the bubble. Gottlieb is joined by former Penn State 3x All-Big 10 guard Pete Lisicky on his hoops background growing up in Pennsylvania, thriving at non-hoops power Penn State, and shares some of the good and hilarious bad from 11 professional seasons in Europe.. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe he...
Early NBA Bubble Breakdown: Suns, Clippers, Lakers, Bucks; #WeAreUnited NIL Debate; College Hoops Analyst Rob Dauster
August 06, 2020 09:30 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBIn this episode, Doug discusses the first official week of the bubble, including the surprising Suns, the Clippers still sleepwalking the Lakers' limitations, and if anyone can challenge the Bucks in the East. He also gives his take on the Pac-12 athletes' #WeAreUnited demands and why he thinks the NIL debate overestimates the value of the average student athlete. College hoops analyst Rob Dauster joins the pod to talk hoop, Connecticut pizza, growing up a U Conn fan, and his path from playi...
Kuzma's the Lakers' Key; Still Hope for Simmons' 3's; The 5 Tournament's Dir. Jerry Costello on Challenges on COVID Challenges
July 28, 2020 09:30 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBIn this episode, Doug explains why with Kyle Kuzma is the key to the Lakers' title hopes, and why it's too early to give up on Ben Simmons' three-point shooting. The 5 Tournament director Jerry Costello discusses the challenges of putting on a hoops tournament in during COVID. 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.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.