NBA Now & Then: The Greatest NBA Comparisons NBA Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons
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Our podcast peels back layers of player backgrounds, statistics, accolades, and teammates to reveal similarities and distinctions of NBA stars.Our discussions bridge past and present NBA greatness to help settle debates about players from different eras. Whether we are comparing LaMelo Ball to Jason Williams, Giannis Antetokounmpo to Shawn Kemp, or eventually, Michael Jordan to LeBron James, each episode brings out aspects of player careers that will raise eyebrows.HOSTS: Uriah Young, Lucas Johnson, Ben Franczuszki, and Maurice Huggins
We also compare NBA categories on special episodes such as dunk contests, draft classes, and rivalries.Enjoy our show and don't forget to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform! You can also follow us on our social media for updates!
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S1.E22 | Paolo Banchero & Blake Griffin
Paolo Banchero and Blake Griffin have a lot more in common than their stature, size, and skill. How supportive were their families as they set goals on becoming professional basketball players? What accomplishments did they earn almost immediately when they began playing for struggling franchises? Which teammates impacted their play along their NBA journey?
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S1.E21 | The 1984 & 1996 NBA Draft Classes
Michael Jordan, Hakeem Olajuwon, Charles Barkley, and John Stockton. Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson, Steve Nash, and Ray Allen. Each Hall of Fame Player was drafted to make an impact on the franchise that chose them. They went on to do that, and even more, for the entire league.
Who were the top players from the 1984 and 1996 NBA Draft? If there was a re-draft, how would the order shake out? What memories come to mind from the greats from both drafts? Who didn't pan out for the team that selected them? Which players were sleeper picks?
Lucas, Ben, Maurice, and Uriah answer these questions and much more on this special episode of NBA Now and Then: The Greatest Comparisons. -
S1.E20 | James Harden & Allen Iverson
James Harden and Allen Iverson are cultural icons as much as they are basketball icons from their respective eras. What makes them so similar yet distinct? How did their upbringing impact their development, and who helped mold their games? What do their stats say about their play style? Which accolades do they share, and which teammates impacted their careers the most?
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S1.E19 | Rudy Gobert & Dikembe Mutombo
Rudy Gobert and Dikembe Mutombo have stellar careers and the hardware to match. Besides being international players during their respective eras, what else do they have in common? How did they get introduced to basketball? How challenging were their journeys as they adjusted to the NBA game? What do their defensive stats say about their careers? What accolades did they collect? What teammates complemented their play style?
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S1.E18 | Kevin Durant & Dominique Wilkins
Kevin Durant and Dominique Wilkins are considered two of the most prolific scorers of their respective eras. What else do they have in common besides being offensive juggernauts? How much alike were their high school and college years? Who refused to be drafted by a certain NBA team? What similar accolades do they share? What did former teammates have to say about playing with these dynamic bucket-getters?
We answer these questions and much more as we compare Kevin Durant and Dominique Wilkins in this episode of NBA Now and Then: The Greatest Comparisons. -
S1.E17 | De'Aaron Fox & Nick Van Exel
De'Aaron Fox and Nick Van Exel put on amazing displays of athleticism and quickness during their respective eras. These two lefties have highlights for days, but how did their hoops journey begin? How comparable are their numbers in college and in the pros? What kinds of accolades did they earn? Which teammates had an impact on their careers while they played in the NBA?
We answer these questions, and much more, in this episode of NBA Now and Then: The Greatest Comparisons.