Best James Hooper Podcasts (2026)

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Lebron James, Luka Doncic, and the Lakers' Problems Plus Jokic Injury Reaction | Real Hoopers Show 1:18:49

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On this episode of Real Hoopers, we’re breaking down the modern NBA through a real hooper’s lens. From helping fans understand what they’re actually watching to why you have to genuinely love basketball to appreciate this era, we dig into loyalty, player development, and the mindset shift in today’s game. We also react to tonight’s NBA action, incl…

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EP#19- Former Hooper Explains How Competitiveness, Coaching, And Academics Took Him To The NFL-The James Dockery Story 28:19

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Send us a text The moment James Dockery says he didn’t play tackle until eighth grade, you can feel the room lean forward. From Pomona grit to Oregon State swagger to four-plus years in the NFL, his story is less about luck and more about stacking habits that hold up when the lights get hot. We walk through the mentors who nudged him in, the youth …

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Kobe & Shaq Throwback, Chet vs Wemby & KD vs Tatum | Lakers, GSW & NBA Recap! (12/29) 1:23:49

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Sean Amos breaks down the most iconic NBA moments and debates, including a Kobe & Shaq throwback, the Chet Holmgren vs Wemby matchup, and the KD vs Jason Tatum showdown. We also recap recent NBA games: Lakers 125 vs Kings 101 OKC 129 vs Sixers 104 GSW 127 vs Raptors 141 Washington 116 vs Memphis 112 Trailblazers 114 vs Celtics 108 Clippers 112 vs P…

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2025 Sports Law in Review, DK Metcalf, the Diggs Brothers, and a Pro Hooper Goes to College 49:55

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On this episode of Conduct Detrimental: THE Sports Law Podcast, Dan Lust (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SportsLawLust)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Mike Kravchenko (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) return with the final episode of the year to blend the week’s biggest breaking headlines with our annual review of the sports law stories that…

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EP#18-How Coach Bill Johnson Flipped A Football Culture 38:28

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Send us a text A packed rivalry game. A struggling program. And a coach who saw both a problem and a blueprint. Coach Bill Johnson of Coachella Valley High School joins us to unpack how a valley-famous turnaround actually happened: a modern offense that matched the school’s athletes, practices designed down to the minute, and an academic backbone t…

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Jesus Light Of The World - Jock James 19:06

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This weeks message is by Jock James from our Carol Service

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EP#17-Hard Work Beats Talent When Talent Won’t Work-The Chris Johnson Story 27:16

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Send us a text What if a high school football program could change the trajectory of an entire valley? Coach Chris Johnson joins us to share how he went from Southeast San Diego to the NFL and into a purpose-driven head coaching role at DCA, where “bigger than football” is more than a motto—it’s the operating system. He opens up about meeting his f…

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Knicks Win the Cup 🏆 Josh Hart Goes Crazy + LeBron Haters Loud (Game Recap) 1:08:36

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Knicks fans, this one’s for you. The Knicks win the Cup and Josh Hart’s celebration said everything about the energy in New York right now. We recap the game from start to finish, talk about the biggest plays and turning points, and break down what this win means moving forward. And of course, we had to address the LeBron haters—because somehow eve…

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Michigan Coaching Scandal, Georgia Enforces NIL Contract, NASCAR Antitrust Ends & NBA Rozier Questions 1:06:20

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On this episode of Conduct Detrimental: THE Sports Law Podcast, Dan Lust (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SportsLawLust)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠Tarun Sharma (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tksharmalaw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠), and Mike Kravchenko (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) return with a wide-ranging episode covering some of the most consequenti…

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Kayo Sports NRL Podcast: Tigers takes, Helicopter incentives, Eels finals hopes - Fletch and Hindy return 50:40

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Fletch and Hindy return to the Kayo Sports NRL Podcast where they chat all the latest news around the Tigers, the battle for Keaon Koloamatangi's signature, answer all your questions, plus much, much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Fox Sports Australia

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EP16-How Coach Dan Armstrong Built A High School Football Powerhouse Through Discipline And Simplicity 50:08

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Send us a text What if a dynasty could be built on just four core plays, ruthless clarity, and seniors who policed the locker room better than any staff meeting? Coach Dan Armstrong joins us to unpack how he turned programs with no field, no seniors, and no tradition into league champions and back‑to‑back CIF winners. We dig into the moment a reluc…

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Real Hooper Show Jalen Brunson DOMINATES the East | Magic Stun Heat | Lakers vs Spurs Predictions + Major Trade Talks 1:01:14

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Welcome back to The Real Hooper Show, hosted by Sean Amos — where REAL basketball minds talk REAL hoops. In tonight’s episode, we dive into a loaded NBA slate: 🏀 Jalen Brunson is officially the BEST guard in the East — we break down why his game is on another level. 🔥 Magic beat the Heat in a statement win — is Orlando a legit playoff threat? 💛💜 La…

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Stephen A. Smith’s Nephew Josh Smith Talks LeBron Beef, Kenyon vs Draymond & more 1:03:08

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In this interview, Josh Smith (Stephen A. Smith’s nephew) pulls up to Scorer’s Society and keeps it all the way real. He talks about the reported tension between LeBron James and his uncle Stephen A., gives his perspective on the Kenyon Martin vs Draymond Green beef, and breaks down how media, narratives, and relationships really work behind the sc…

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Kayo Sports NRL Podcast: 'Run Out of Emotion' - Blocker reacts to Wests Tigers Chaos 57:28

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Steve 'Blocker' Roch sat down with Dan Gianne on the latest episode of the Kayo Sports NRL Podcast as the chaos inside the Wests Tigers boardroom continues to implode. Plus Blocker revisits the 89' Grand Final, his infamous referee run in, and the toughest players he ever faced. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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When Heaven Breaks In - Jock James 37:04

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This weeks message is by Jock James

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Real Hooper Show: Did 90s Hoopers Really Shock Us? Skill vs No Skill, MJ’s ‘Limited Bag’ & Dec 2nd Recap 1:22:03

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Were 90s hoopers really that shocking, or did we just not see their flaws? Tonight we’re diving into the 90s–2000s shock factor, the debate of skilled vs non-skilled players, and the controversial topic of Michael Jordan’s “limited bag” in today’s era of highlights and handles. We’ll also recap all the action from December 2nd and react live with t…

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NASCAR Antitrust Trial, Lane Kiffin Chaos, Brian Kelly Fallout & The Giannis Situation 44:19

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On this episode of Conduct Detrimental: THE Sports Law Podcast, Dan Lust (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SportsLawLust)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and Mike Kravchenko (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) are joined by Landis Barber (⁠@LandisBarber⁠) to run the gamut of sports law stories on our radar this week. The trio kicks off with a dive int…

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EP#15-Three Valley Contenders Fall Short As We Celebrate Their Seasons And Launch Coach’s Corner 24:28

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Send us a text Three semifinal dreams, one unforgettable season. We dig into a valley-wide playoff push that showcased grit, growth, and the thin margins that decide November football. Palm Springs’ trip to Barstow set the tone: a 7–0 jump, a missed chance to make it 14–0, and a second quarter where Barstow’s 4–3 front suffocated runs and flipped m…

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Kayo Sports NRL Podcast: 'Egos Need To Be Put Aside!' What's going on with the Tigers? + Munster's Bears deal revealed! 47:36

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Braith Anasta joins Lara Pitt and Mick Ennis on the Kayo Sports NRL Podcast to unpack all the current talking points in the Rugby League world. From the Tigers in turmoil, to the Bears-Munster contract that fell through, and Braith’s take on Jonah Pezet’s deal. The team also breaks down the R360 delay to 2028, while Mick weighs in on the Red V rebu…

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Episode 20: RJ Hampton: From High School Star to the NBA – The Untold Journey 50:53

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In this exclusive interview, RJ Hampton opens up about his unconventional path to the NBA — from being a top high school All-American to skipping college and going pro overseas at just 18 years old. He shares what it was really like being drafted at 19, the business side of the league most fans never see, and the lessons he learned from playing alo…

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Transformed Live, Transform Cities - Phil Manchester, Ricardo Monteiro & Nadine Harris 36:43

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This weeks message is by Phil Manchester, Ricardo Monteiro & Nadine Harris

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Kayo Sports NRL Podcast: The funniest pre season stories, a new broncos logo, cricket opinions, plus Hindy' take on 2026 Eels. 47:02

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Fletch and Hindy reveal their funniest pre season stories - who got in trouble and why - as well as their take on the new Broncos logo, the recent Ashes Test match, and Hindy's prediction on the Eels Premiership chances! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Fox Sports Australia

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Real Hooper Show: 11/24 Draymond vs Kenyon, Cooper Flagg the PG & CP3 Says Goodbye | Full NBA Recap 1:09:02

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In this episode of Scorer’s Society, we tap in with a full NBA rundown. We start with the smoke between Draymond Green and Kenyon Martin—what’s real, what’s just media talk, and what it says about the new era of vets vs OGs. Then we shift to the future: Cooper Flagg running point. Is he really that versatile, and what does it mean for his ceiling a…

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Seek Me & Live - Shirley James 29:12

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This weeks message is by Shirley James

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Real Hooper Show: Traveling Takes, Load Management, and Lakers Outlook with LeBron Back 1:07:42

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In this episode, we break down the heated conversation around the NBA’s traveling rule and how it's being enforced this season. We also dive into the growing trend of players sitting out and what it really means for the game and the fans. Plus, with LeBron back in the lineup, we take a closer look at what to expect from the Lakers moving forward. T…

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The Evolving Landscape of College Sports: CSC, Eligibility, Big Ten & More 47:53

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On this episode of Conduct Detrimental: THE Sports Law Podcast, Dan Lust (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SportsLawLust)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠Tarun Sharma (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tksharmalaw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠), Amanda Christovich of FOS (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@achristovichh⁠⁠⁠) AND Sam Ehrlich (⁠⁠⁠@samcehrlich⁠⁠⁠) to discuss the current state of college sports,…

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Ep#14-Bold Calls, Rainy Nights, And Three Desert Teams One Win From The Finals 36:13

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Send us a text The valley got loud. A nail-biter in Palm Springs, a weather fight for Palm Desert, and a six-touchdown statement from Coachella Valley turned Week 13 into a showcase of late-season nerve and clean coaching. We felt the season tighten—the quieter practices, the colder air—and then watched three programs punch through with poise. We s…

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Kayo Sports NRL Podcast: Will Papenhuyzen, Lomax & Haas Join R360? + Cooper Reflects on Premiership Pressure Facing DCE - 19/11/25 53:23

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On the second episode of the Kayo Sports NRL Podcast, hosts Lara Pitt, Cooper Cronk, and Steve Roach discuss whether Ryan Papenhuyzen, Zac Lomax, and Payne Haas will really join R360, and Cooper reflects on the premiership pressure awaiting Daly Cherry-Evans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Real Hooper Show: Steve Francis Was LIKE THAT | Steph’s Shoe Deal, Internet Beef & NBA Recap 1:23:30

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On this episode of the Real Hooper Show we’re talking real basketball, not box-score talk. We break down why Steve Francis was truly LIKE THAT and one of the coldest guards of his era, react to the latest internet beef surrounding hoop conversations, and dive into Steph Curry’s shoe deal and what it really means for the business of basketball. We c…

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Brandon Beloti On His Rookie Ranking, Why LeBron Gets Hated & The Knicks Winning It All | Part 1 58:40

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Welcome to Scorer’s Society, where real hoopers talk real basketball. In Part 1 of our exclusive interview, internet basketball sensation Brandon Beloti sits down with Coach Sean Amos to talk about his rookie ranking, why LeBron James gets so much hate, his top players of all time, and why he believes the New York Knicks are winning the championshi…

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The Way Ahead - Jock James 39:39

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Real Hooper Sports: Niko Harrison FIRED from Mavericks?! Giannis, Cade, & Wemby Go CRAZY 1:07:42

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Welcome back to the Real Hoopers Show — where real hoopers talk real hoops! Today, we break down the shocking news of Niko Harrison’s firing from the Dallas Mavericks, plus some wild performances from Giannis, Cade Cunningham, and Victor Wembanyama. We’ll also dive into the biggest NBA storylines, viral highlights, and debates — including who’s rea…

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Ep#13-A Wild First Round Sets Up High-Stakes Road Tests 44:10

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Send us a text A halftime gamble changed everything. From Banning’s aerial clinic to Coachella Valley’s three-safety adjustment that flipped the night, we watched a playoff slate where courage, timing, and one or two swing plays separated joy from heartbreak. Five desert programs are still alive, and the road ahead is loaded with long bus rides, to…

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Kayo Sports NRL Podcast: Haas' massive rebel offer, Rugby League World Cup joys, Rockstar Walsh, and off season body transformations... 46:51

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Fletch & Hindy kick off the Kayo Sports NRL Podcast. Will Haas leave Broncos? Can you be a local at a wave pool? Crypto tips and off-season transformations! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Fox Sports Australia

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MLB/UFC Betting , Brian Kelly $53M LSU Lawsuit, Big Ten Private Equity, and Interview w/ Kasey Hughes (Columbus Blue Jackets) 1:18:33

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On this episode of Conduct Detrimental: THE Sports Law Podcast, Dan Lust (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SportsLawLust)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠Tarun Sharma (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tksharmalaw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠), Mike Kravchenko (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) AND Bryce Goodwyn (⁠@BryceGoodwyn⁠) return with a packed house to discuss some of …

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What Will My Story Be - Phil Dooley 2:19:06

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This is weeks message is by Phil Dooley

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EP#12-From Undefeated Runs To Bracket Breakdowns With KESQ’s Kenji Eto 51:40

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Send us a text The valley just punched eight tickets to CIF, and the storylines are electric. We open with a clean Week 11 wrap-up—Palm Desert’s trench clinic in the flag game, Palm Springs grinding through a real test, Shadow Hills flexing on defense—then pivot straight into a layered playoff preview you can use on Friday night. KESQ’s Kenji Eto j…

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I Must Be About My Fathers Business - Shirley James 32:17

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This weeks message is by Shirley James

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EP#11-Palm Desert Upsets, Playoffs Scramble, Rivalries Ignite 42:30

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Send us a text Rivalry week is here, and the valley is buzzing. A single upset lit the fuse: Palm Desert stunned previously unbeaten Palm Springs with a ruthless first half, then survived a furious rally thanks to red‑zone grit and a game‑saving interception. That pivot didn’t just change a scoreline—it scrambled the DEL, turned tiebreakers into a …

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All In: Billups, Rozier, & Adam Silver's Biggest Gamble 58:11

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On this episode of Conduct Detrimental: THE Sports Law Podcast, Dan Lust (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SportsLawLust)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is joined by Tarun Sharma (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tksharmalaw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) to break down the only story anyone’s talking about this week: the NBA’s twin gambling scandals...including what they mean for the…

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Yesterday, Today & Forever - Jock James 21:12

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Today's message is by Jock James

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EP#10-DVL Battles for the Top Spot While Palm Springs Rolls To 8-0 42:11

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Send us a text A shutout says a lot, but the story behind it says more. We sat down with Palm Springs head coach Daryl Gore to unpack how an 8-0 start took shape: a midseason defensive switch his staff sold, players embraced, and opponents now struggle to solve. Coach Gore explains why keeping the run game simple for linemen while changing the pres…

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EP 19: ARE YOU A CASUAL? 2000s Guard Gauntlet, Scrap the All-Star Game, Top 5 Most Skilled 36:20

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Are you a casual or do you really watch hoop? In this episode we debate why the early 2000s was the toughest era for guards, whether the All-Star Game should be scrapped or totally reinvented, and we reveal our Top 5 most skilled players (with criteria, not clout). Plus: role vs. talent, film over highlights, and what “skill” actually means in toda…

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Our Hands For His Work - Shirley James 26:04

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This weeks message is by Shirley James

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Big Ten's Private Equity Debate, Tyler Skaggs Trial Begins, Mark Sanchez, James Franklin Buyout, and Mammoth Hockey Injunction 1:05:10

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On this episode of Conduct Detrimental: THE Sports Law Podcast, Dan Lust (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SportsLawLust)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is joined by Tarun Sharma (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tksharmalaw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) to tackle some of the biggest stories in college sports, professional, and broadcasting. The duo kicks off with the Big Ten's proposed…

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Ep#9-Palm Desert’s Statement Win And The DEL Shake-Up 47:15

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Send us a text Defense changed the temperature of the valley. We open with Coach Rudy Forti of Palm Desert, who pulls back the curtain on a brutal preseason, the realities of depth, and how a disciplined front seven can flip a game before the offense even settles in. From the wind-whipped nights that taught them to grind, to a statement win over Ra…

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EP 17: Julius Hodge Tells It All: Chris Paul Fight, Getting Shot 5 Times, and Allen Iverson Stories 41:46

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Former NC State Hall of Famer and Denver Nuggets draft pick Julius Hodge joins Scorer’s Society to share one of the most powerful interviews we’ve ever had. Hodge opens up about: The infamous moment Chris Paul punched him during a college game 👊🏽 Why he says George Karl wasn’t a good person 😬 A hilarious Allen Iverson practice story 🏀 And the night…

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90,000 Hours - Jock James 38:44

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This message is by Jock James

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Ep#8-Shadow Hills’ surge, Palm Springs’ statement, and a DEL race that got real 33:58

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Send us a text A four-and-two surge meets an undefeated buzzsaw, and suddenly the Desert Empire League feels like a bracket before the bracket. We sit down with Shadow Hills head coach David Palmer to unpack how a four-deep receiver room, a flexible QB plan, and a timely shift to a 3-3-5 defense flipped their Rancho Mirage matchup and set the stage…

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EP 16:Ex-NBA Player Greg Smith Gets REAL 👀 | Agents, Partying, & How the NBA Picks Favorites 1:04:33

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By Sean "Suge" Amos