Best Capital Hoop Caucus Podcasts (2025)

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Wizards Media Day Recap, Previewing the Wizards' Bigs, and a Monumental Sports update with Kyle Wiedie 1:32:31

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On this week’s show, Troy, Isaac and Wardell were joined by an incredibly special guest, Kyle Weidie - the founder of Truth About It of the former True Hoop Network. They opened up the show by closing out the Wizards Positional Group Previews, focusing on the team's bigs (7:49), which led into the show opening up the listener mailbag (18:00). From …

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Monumental Sports on the Outs at YouTube TV and Hulu, Will Dawkins' Press Conference, and Previewing the Wizards' Wings 1:26:18

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On this week's show, Troy, Wardell and Isaac open things up by discussing the recent news regarding Monumental Sports Network's looming departure from YouTube TV and Hulu with Live TV (5:54). From there, they recapped Will Dawkins' recent press conference ahead of the Washington Wizards' media day (23:58). They then rounded out The Beltway Beat by …

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Wizards Training Camp Expectations and a Special Interview with Luka Garza 1:17:56

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Troy, Isaac and Wardell open this week's show by reviewing the guards on the Washington Wizards roster, and assessing what each players' expectations are for the coming NBA season (3:28). From there, the crew is joined by D.C. legend and current Boston Celtic, Luka Garza (20:29)! Together, they discuss Garza's deep ties in the DMV, along with his j…

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Bilal Coulibaly Undergoes Surgery, Mystics Season Review, and Selecting WNBA Awards 1:29:47

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Troy, Isaac, and Wardell start off today's show by conducting an in-depth review of the Washington Mystics season now that the 2025 WNBA Regular Season has concluded (08:00), while also previewing the teams upcoming offseason (14:26). From there, they discuss the news of Bilal Coulibaly's injury and how it could affect the Washington Wizards (20:52…

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Mystics Miss out on Playoffs, FIBA EuroBasket Update, Kawhi & Clippers Investigation, and Grading the Central Division's Offseason 1:15:20

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On this week's episode Wardell, Troy, and Isaac lead off by discussing the Washington Mystics’ current losing streak (04:19), and project what the team's future may be (08:58). Also, during the Beltway Beat they discuss Bub Carrington's new representation (15:47) as well as some changes to the G-League which may affect the Capital City Go-Go (17:19…

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The UABL's Tournament of Nations with Folarin Campbell 29:18

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On this week's episode of the show, listen as Isaac, Troy and Wardell take the Capitol Hoop Caucus on location to the UABL 4th Annual Tournament of Nations at The Bullpen in Washington DC. The Caucus described the sights and sounds from this incredible event and were also joined by Team Nigeria Head Coach & Former George Mason Patriot Folarin Campb…

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John Wall's Retirement, the Mystics' Slide, and the UABL's Tournament of Nations with Michael Sykes, II & Steve Kolawole 1:24:17

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In this week's jam-packed, Wardell, Isaac and Troy are joined by Michael Sykes, II of Business of Fashion to celebrate the legacy of John Wall following his official retirement announcement (04:03). Together they reflect on Wall’s unforgettable impact on the DC community, and make the case for retiring his jersey (19:14). After that, they discuss t…

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Sonia Citron's Rookie of the Year Case, Mystics Roster Movement, and the Wizards Schedule Release 1:04:28

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Troy is back! And he's joined by Isaac and Wardell to breakdown the Mystics 1-2 week (03:08), while pleading Sonia Citron's case for WNBA Rookie of the Year (07:26). From there, the gang also addresses some of the Mystics roster decisions (12:08) along with addressing some of the rumors which led to Alysha Clark requesting a trade from the Storm (1…

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Mystics Trade Aaliyah Edwards and Brittney Sykes, Wizards Re-Unite with Anthony Gill, and a Go-Go Trade with Jenn Hatfield 58:52

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On today's show, Isaac and Wardell break down the Washington Mystics’ busy trade deadline moves: sending Brittney Sykes to Seattle (03:44) and Aaliyah Edwards to Connecticut (11:14) with expert insight from Jenn Hatfield! From there, the two discuss the Washington Wizards' decision to waive Jaylen Martin (23:45) and re-sign Anthony Gill (27:23), al…

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Gilbert Arenas Arrested, Mystics Lose a Nail-Biter to Golden State, and Kyshawn George Playing in the FIBA AmeriCup 58:12

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In this episode, Wardell and Isaac cover the Mystics' recent five-game homestand, including a heartbreaking one-point loss to the Golden State Valkyries (03:43). From there, they address the looming WNBA trade deadline, debate whether Washington should make a move (14:58). The two also discuss the news of Gilbert Arenas' arrest (24:45). Also on tod…

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Wizards Buyout Marcus Smart, Mystics Fall to the Sparks, and Sounds From Summer League with Josh Oduro, Chris Miles, and Carlo Jiménez 47:22

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Isaac Agyekum-Harris flies solo for this week's episode, and he leads off the show by recapping the Mystics performances during WNBA All-Star Weekend (02:45) along with the Wizards recent contract buyouts (08:54). He is then joined by Charlotte Hornets Summer League champion, and DMV native, Josh Oduro (12:36)! Together the two discuss to break dow…

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Mystics All-Star Preview, Wizards Summer League Takeaways, and 2026 NBA Draft Update with Fran Fraschilla 1:26:52

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On today's show, Isaac and Wardell discuss Isaac's key takeaways from his trip to watch the Wizards at this year's NBA Summer League! From there, the two recap the last week of Mystics basketball (18:27) while also previewing WNBA All-Star Weekend (24:20) - with Washington now having three All-Stars on Team Clark. Also on today's show: (30:04) 📰 Fu…

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Kiki and Sonia are All-Stars, the Wizards Trade for Cam Whitmore and Ship Out Kelly Olynyk 1:03:23

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Isaac, Troy, and Wardell lead off the latest episode of the show by recapping the last week of Mystics basketball, which leads to a discussion surrounding the team's two rookie all-stars: Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron (09:35). After that, the crew breaks down the Wizards recent trade with the Rockets to bring home DMV-native Cam Whitmore (21:41). T…

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Wizards Make a Trade, Mystics Fall to the Wings, and NBA Free Agency Review with Big Pooh 1:32:50

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Troy, Isaac, and Wardell open up today's show by breaking down the Mystics' recent loss to the Dallas Wings. They are then joined by DMV Legend, Big Pooh of Little Brother, to review the Wizards' recent trade (10:35) and what their next offseason moves could be (23:10). From there, the group provides their analysis on which franchises Washington sh…

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Grading the Wizards' Draft, Summer League Forecasting, and Shakira Austin's Dominance with Greg Finberg 1:14:08

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On this week’s episode, Isaac, Troy, and Wardell break down the Wizards’ 2025 NBA Draft haul with special guest Greg Finberg (The Wizards Podcast, Bullets Forever, The Daily Collegian). From Trey Johnson’s upside to Jamir Watkins’ dog mentality, the crew is grading picks, dissecting strategy, and forecasting Summer League standouts. Also on today's…

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The Wizards Select Tre Johnson and Trade Back for Will Riley with Domo 41:31

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Troy, Isaac, and Wardell are joined once again by Domo to break down the Washington Wizards’ 2025 NBA Draft picks — Trey Johnson at No. 6 and Will Riley at No. 21. The crew provides their instant reactions, player comps (Booker? Ray Allen?), and what these picks mean for the rebuild. Plus, a draft-themed spelling bee. Message the show It’s basketba…

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Jordan Poole Trade Reactions and Eastern Conference Draft Night Forecasts with CJ Holmes, Bobby Manning and Andres Lopez 1:01:37

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In this special episode of the show, Isaac and Wardell provide their immediate reactions to the Wizards’ shocking trade sending Jordan Poole to New Orleans, while also breaking down what it means for Washington’s rebuild. They're then joined by C.J. Holmes, Bobby Manning, and Andres Lopez to gain further insights around the Eastern Conference ahead…

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Wizards Draft Rumblings, Ace Bailey Drama & Secret Workouts Revealed 1:11:32

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It’s Draft Week in the NBA, and the District is buzzing at the prospect of all potential outcomes! So Troy, Isaac, and Wardell take a dive deep into the Wizards’ high-stakes strategy—are they trading up for Dillon Harper? Is Ace Bailey angling for Brooklyn or D.C.? And what’s the real story behind that hush-hush workout with Jeremiah Fears? Also on…

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New Wizards City Edition Jerseys, the Mystics week off, and WNBA Awards Tracker with Josh Valdez 1:08:30

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In this jam-packed episode, Isaac, Troy, and Wardell are joined by special guest Josh Valdez of Clutch Points to recap the Mystics' dominant win over the Connecticut Sun last week. They also applaud the recent praise which Washington's young core has garnered from the national media. From there, the group makes their early selections for the WNBA A…

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Kiki Iriafen wins WNBA Rookie of the Month, Wizards Draft Boards, and Reacting to the NBA Finals with Kelsey Nicole Nelson 1:10:32

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On the latest episode of the show, Wardell, Troy, and Isaac are joined by special guest Kelsey Nicole Nelson to break down the Washington Mystics' gritty start to the season, spotlighting standout rookies Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron. Together, they all discuss the team's budding culture, coaching, and Kiki Iriafen's Rookie of the Month win. Also …

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Wizards Draft Tiers and the Mystics Crunch Time Performances with Kevin Folli 1:11:56

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On the latest episode of the show Troy, Isaac and Wardell start off by providing an update on the Washington Mystics' season, highlighting the team's standout players and analyzing their turnover troubles. The crew then discusses the Georgetown Hoya's men's basketball schedule for the 2025-'26 season, along with a key departure from the Howard Biso…

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Mystics' Rising Rookies, Gonzaga High's Latest Hire, and NBA Playoff Pandemonium with Carita Parks 55:50

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Isaac, Troy, and Wardell lead off today's show by breaking down Gonzaga College High School’s seismic coaching hire: Keith Urgo. The crew is then joined by the incredible Carita Parks of Double Take Sports to talk Wizards rookies Alex Sarr and Bub Carrington making NBA All-Rookie teams, and what’s next for DC’s young core. Also on the show: 🧐 Scout…

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Mystics Ignite in their Season Opener, Wizards Plot their Offseason Path, and the NBA Playoffs with Ben Becker 56:57

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In this week's episode, Troy, Wardell, and Isaac break down the Washington Mystics' season-opening win over the Atlanta Dream, highlighting a standout performance from Brittney Sykes. They're then joined by Ben Becker, of Bullets Forever, to discuss how the NBA Draft Lottery has affected Washington Wizards fans. Also on the show: 🧐 Scouting Report …

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NBA Draft Lottery Reactions with Andrew Sharp 34:02

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Isaac, Troy and Wardell are back with a special episode that provides their real-time reactions to the results of 2025 NBA Draft Lottery, with a very special guest, Andrew Sharp! In this episode, they discuss: 🎰 The surprising lottery outcome and its implications 🧙‍♂️ Whether the Wizards benefited from Ethical tanking 🧐 Prospects for the Washington…

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Mystics Preseason Recap, Hoping for Cooper Flagg, and NBA Playoff Surprises 51:26

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On today's show Troy, Isaac, and Wardell reflect on the Washington Mystics' 0-2 preseason, while also discussing the wild ride that has been the second round of the NBA Playoffs. And since we're only a few days away from the NBA Lottery, the crew takes a deeper examination on Cooper Flagg by comparing him to other top draft prospects of the past. A…

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Mystics Injuries, A Shift in the Wizards' Culture, & Weighing the NBA Awards Winners 57:44

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On this week's show, Wardell, Isaac, and Troy break down the Washington Mystics' injury report ahead of the teams first preseason game, while providing a Scouting Report on key players like Shakira Austin and Brittney Sykes. They also gauge the NBA awards winners —including Alex Sarr missing out on Rookie of the Year—and how the Washington Wizards …

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Blake Harper's Transfer Talk, Troy Weaver's Departure, and a Capital Classic Preview with Jordan Scott 53:36

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From Blake Harper’s potential transfer from Howard to Creighton, to a fiery Capital Classic preview featuring Michigan State-bound star, Jordan Scott - Troy, Isaac and Wardell take another deep dive into the biggest basketball stories in the DMV. Plus, they react to Troy Weaver’s departure from the Wizards and his impact on scouting in D.C. And the…

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WNBA Draft Grades, Wizards Lottery Wishes & a Look Around the Association 1:01:55

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On this week’s show, Isaac, Troy and Wardell break down the Mystics’ Draft night by handing out grades like the Spring midterms, run a mock sim of the NBA Lottery live (send prayers for the Wizards fans), and recap the NBA play-in tournament. Plus: 🐦 Read and React 🎤 Trivia Time from the Line ⏱️ The Last Shot It’s basketball with the signature belt…

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The Debut: Wizards recap, Mystics preview, and a Spelling Bee (?!) with Domo 52:09

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In the very first episode of Capital Hoop Caucus — your new Saturday morning hoops fix covering all things DMV basketball — Troy, Isaac, Wardell, and special guest Domo kick things off with: 🔁 A season recap on the 17-win Wizards 🧠 Draft-day forecast for the Mystics 📈 Rookie Scouting Report 📝 A Spelling Bee Showdown (yes, seriously) 🎤 Trivia Time f…

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Capital Hoop Caucus Preview 0:30

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Join us on the pursuit to become DC’s preeminent basketball show covering all levels of the sport across DC, Maryland and Virginia! Message the show It’s basketball with the signature beltway flair, banter, and bold opinions. Let’s hoop.By Capital Hoop Caucus