The G.O.T.E. - The Greatest of Their Era

There is a fraternity within the NBA fraternity comprised of a particular breed of relentless, scrappy individuals who have made a way out of seemingly no way. These men are the Swiss Army Knives of the league, readily adaptable by any means necessary to contribute to their ball club however needed. This is a unique club that our very own host, Seth Curry, is a proud member of— a distinction he touts as a badge of honor rathe...

Today we’re showing love to the Big Dawgs who played in one of the last truly physical eras of the NBA. These giants had imposing physiques and were not afraid to turn their backs to the basket to overpower and demoralize opponents. Sure, they could shoot too and had range, but this elite list that we’re discussing today made their hay doing the dirty work and sending an overt message to whomever they faced: YOU CANNOT ...

The 2000’s is marked with so many trendsetting players that impacted not only their franchises, but the league as a whole. Whether we’re talking international giants, college standouts, high-flying League Pass acrobats, the youngest eventual MVP, or the kid from Akron, we can say without a doubt that these players lived up to the hype! Tune in to listen to us debate which players made our Top 5. 

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What does it mean to have a “handle” on a situation? It means you’re in absolute and steady control, despite any pressure that is applied. It means you understand what is required to advance, and you’re effective enough to convert on your progress. It means you have flow. Today, we’re gonna unpack the improvisational brilliance of maestros who played the blue notes of the scales. We’re excited to...

When we think of finishing in the paint, our minds usually travel to high flying dunks. However, a crafty layup finish that defies gravity and the laws of physics equally can take our breaths away. Today, we salute the fearless players who were able to enthrall crowds and confuse defenders with their inventive footwork, incredible wingspans, unorthodox timing, and improvised creativity. Tune in to find out who were the best at fini...

Alright folks, we’re back discussing the greatest sixth men of their era. Except this time, we’re focusing on the 2010’s- a time filled with high flyers, volume shooters, and selfless players who could simply do it all on the floor. The 2010’s notably heralded perennial sixth men who possessed unique styles of play and the ability to fill in the gaps by exploiting the rhythm of the game. There were also dark...

Today we’re honored to welcome back to our program Mr. Craig Hodges to get into the nitty gritty when it comes to pure sharp shooting. Not shooting. Sharpshooting! “What’s the difference?,” you ask. One gets the job done while the other puts fear into the hearts and minds of opponents and crowds. It’s the unrelenting surety that once the ball leaves the fingertips of said mercenary, the defense might a...

Happy Juneteenth! As we know, freedom doesn’t come freely. Today, we celebrate athletes who put it all on the line and sacrificed in the struggle for equality and justice for all. We have a very special guest, Mr. Craig Hodges, with us to not only describe how he was blackballed by the league in the early ‘90’s for taking a righteous stand, but more importantly talk about the heroic figures throughout his lifetime...

Today on the pod we’re breaking new ground — tapping into the 1980’s!! A physical era that played ball inside out. A time when the NBA went from its Finals being preempted to transitioning into prime time live television - thanks to some of the players we’re discussing today. To delve into this wild era, we relied on an expert to be our guide. A walking library. A small forward with BIG game. Showtime’...

In today’s episode we highlight the players who grind the hardest and make the most of their moments on the court. Every championship contending team has one of these- a formidable sixth man. A hungry player who gets on the floor and immediately impacts the pace and complexion of a game through his style of play. A noteworthy sixth man is a trusted player who can lead the second unit and give the starters a much needed breath...

We’ve all heard this term thrown around — “clutch” — but what does that really mean? Is it a trait that’s teachable? Is it innate? Does making the right “basketball play” disqualify one from being considered such? Depending on who you ask you will hear different qualifications, and how that ability stacks up against other attributes. Today, we intend to set the record straight by high...

Ladies and gentleman, we have a special episode upon our hands — highlighted by the most noteworthy guest. For us to break down the best shooting guards of the 90’s, it is only right that we bring on the progenitor of the Curry Brand, one of the original Leaders of the Long Range, Mr. Dell Curry himself! Now he’s known as Stephen and Seth’s dad, but in the 90’s Dell was known as that man with the arm c...

As the NBA continued to evolve, we began to witness what was once a rarity become more commonplace: the positionless player. Rather than fitting into a neat box and performing specific duties on the floor, this new type of player had more versatility and range. Mentally, they were agnostic to playing within a limited job description. They wanted all the smoke all over the floor and had the varied skillsets, attributes & athleti...

Dynamic guard play comes in many forms. But during an era when the backcourt king of the hill was a 6’9” guard from Lansing, MI, ”small” guards had to really bring it.  While some believe the lack of height is a deficit, others can imagine how being lower to the ground as a primary ball handler and defender can become a strength for the right savvy player. Now mind you, “small” is all relati...

Today we pay homage to the bucket-getters who perfected the art of scoring at the cup. The players who brought their hard hats to work and put their backs to the basket to bang and bump on the low block, and to assert their wills physically and mentally. The baseline ballerinas who dizzied and confused defenders with their immaculate footwork and timing. And the skilled technicians who frustrated opponents with indefensible jump ho...

Converting points at the rim, throughout the midrange, and deep from long distance, require different approaches, mechanics & skill sets. Being proficient at just one of those ranges alone can garner respect throughout the league in terms of accolades and defensive schemes thrown at you by opponents. But sometimes there are those unicorns, that rare species of BUCKET GETTERS who are prolific and DEADLY from scoring at every lev...

Sure, basketball is a group sport and there’s no “i” in team, but as MJ once pointed out, “there’s an ‘i’ in win!” As fans, we fill the rafters and cheer for our best player to take on and outperform the opponents’ best player to get our team over the hump on the pathway to a W. In today’s episode, we break down the most titillating individual player rivalries of the 2000s...

We’re staying in the exciting 90’s era for a second week in a row to break down the trademark moves we all as fans came to love, adore, and try to emulate on the court. What makes a signature move? Some will claim it’s a move that only the individual player can pull off. While others argue it’s a move that lives beyond the player’s career and continues with others. But one thing is for certain: a true ...

When you think of 90s basketball, you obviously think of the team that dominated the era by stacking SIX rings: The Chicago Bulls. The 1996 team, which won a record-breaking seventy-two games, is considered by most to be the best team of all-time. But what if we told you the 90s was stacked with a parity of other talented teams that highlighted unique styles of play and, despite falling short of winning it all, broke records and le...