NBA veteran, Austin Rivers, is joined by one of his oldest friends, Pausha Haghighi, to give you that true insider’s perspective from someone who’s actively pla...
How the Cavs Built a Contender, Most Improved Should Go to Most Improved, and the Best Game Winners
Austin and Pausha open by discussing the Cavs' 15-game win streak and how they made the leap this season (2:21). Then, they discuss how the Most Improved Player award is voted on (22:46) before previewing a potential Knicks-Pistons first-round matchup and talking about what goes into hitting a game-winning shot (36:20).
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Producer: Stefan Anderson
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1:00:19
Jokic Voter Fatigue and Young Coaches Cleaning Up In the NBA
Austin and Pausha revisit the Jokic-SGA MVP conversation and emphasize how tired they are of voter fatigue (4:20). Then, they discuss which teams could have the competitive edge in the playoffs, with teams like the Lakers and Nuggets right behind OKC.
Later, they dive into Stephen A.’s comments about Bronny and LeBron, and Austin discusses why things went south (34:00). Then, they talk through Harden’s recent comments about coaching and predict how this could be the trend (44:44).
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Producer: Erika Cervantes
Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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1:08:22
Harden’s Revenge, MVP Controversy, and Top-Five Recruit Nate Ament
Austin and Pausha react to Malik Beasley’s untimely comments on guarding James Harden after The Beard dropped a 50-piece on the Pistons (1:22). Then, Austin argues where Harden ranks among the likes of Stephen Curry, Damian Lillard, and Russell Westbrook (6:40).
Later, they weigh the arguments for Jokic or SGA as MVP (25:05). They then run through a few stand out moments from the week, including LeBron hitting the 50K-point mark and the Celtics duo of Payton Pritchard and Derrick White putting up 40 points each in the same game (31:05).
Finally, five-star high school recruit Nate Ament joins the show to talk about his upcoming college decision, his time playing ball with Austin, and how he remains grounded through it all (46:11).
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Guest: Nate Ament
Producer: Erika Cervantes
Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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1:18:08
Lakers and Warriors Figuring Things Out! Plus, the Finals Matchup We Definitely Want to See.
Austin and Pausha talk through LeBron’s recent comments about being the “face of the league” and discuss the responsibilities and consequences involved (16:21). Then, they reflect on what it was like to be in the building for Steph’s insane performance in Orlando against the Magic (29:14), before hitting on both the Warriors’ apparent revitalized season with Jimmy and the Lakers’ with Luka.
Later, they discuss which matchup they’d like to see in the Finals (32:42), and how disappointing the Suns have been this season (38:18), before Austin shares his recent pet peeve with a conversation about the media’s pressure on the league and its players (52:56)!
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghghi
Producer: Erika Cervantes
Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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1:11:40
WTF Happened to Hoops Culture? Plus, Luka’s Revenge and OKC Concerns.
Austin and Pausha start off by reacting to two of the most recent box office matchups. First, they talk Lakers-Mavs and dissect the insane performances by Luka, Austin Reaves, and especially Kyrie (3:36). Then, they talk Thunder-Timberwolves and the Wolves’ playoff potential after they picked up an epic win against the best team in the West. They also revisit the consistent concerns surrounding the Thunder's chances in the playoffs (27:47). Plus, a conversation comparing college ball to the NBA, and Austin shares which NBA player top high school recruit Darryn Peterson reminds him of (41:40)!
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Producer: Erika Cervantes
Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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NBA veteran, Austin Rivers, is joined by one of his oldest friends, Pausha Haghighi, to give you that true insider’s perspective from someone who’s actively playing in the league on anything and everything happening in the National Basketball Association. They hit on the biggest headlines and stories going on in the Association and of course, sprinkle in some of the best stories and memories from Austin’s extensive career.