I Really Hoop Podcast

I Really Hoop Podcast
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I Really Hoop Podcast is Kenya’s top basketball podcast and a leading voice in African basketball conversations. Hosted by Javan, a sports journalist and basketball player, and Edu, the podcast delivers in-depth analysis of Kenyan basketball, the NBA, the BAL leagues, and the business and culture of the game. Featuring informed debates, timely reactions, and guest insights, I Really Hoop connects fans, players, and the basketball community through authentic, intelligent, and impactful conversations. If you love basketball, you really hoop.

  1. WE'RE NOW ON SHINE FM! NBA Finals Predictions, BAL Champions, SGA MVP & Madina Okot Buzz | Ep. 26

    4d ago

    WE'RE NOW ON SHINE FM! NBA Finals Predictions, BAL Champions, SGA MVP & Madina Okot Buzz | Ep. 26

    The I Really Hoop Podcast enters a NEW ERA! 🔥🏀 Episode 26 marks our first episode from Shine FM 99.9 (https://radio.garden/listen/shine-fm-99-9/9LfEdLvD or https://shinefm.daystar.ac.ke) at Daystar University, featuring new co-hosts Presley, Ashley (Finally our first female co-host!), and Conrad as we break down everything happening in basketball. We discuss the 2026 NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks, make our championship predictions, debate whether Victor Wembanyama or Nikola Jokic deserved MVP over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, review the NBA Awards, and react to the biggest stories from the playoffs. We also recap RSSB Tigers' historic Basketball Africa League championship run, discuss Madina Okot becoming the first Kenyan selected in the first round of the WNBA Draft, and ask the big question: Can Kenya ever produce an NBA player? ⏱️Chapters 00:00 New Studio at Daystar University's Shine FM! 01:24 Meet the Co-hosts 02:31 Presley's Jokic Takes 03:45 Ashley on Celtics and the WNBA 06:45 Conrad on his favorite team players 09:42 Episode Agenda Preview 12:52 Back From Break, NBA Finals Talk 13:21 Origin of Javan's love for basketball 16:18 OKC vs Spurs ECF Game Seven Rant 18:24 NBA 2026 MVP Debate and Criteria 20:55 Ashley Breaks Down the ECF and WCF Series 23:44 Eastern Conference Recap and Sleep Tips for NBA fans in Kenya and similar timezones 28:29 Finals Predictions and Wemby Bag 31:36 Wemby Contract Talk 32:00 Wemby's Injury Fears 33:07 Indiana Pacers Collapse and NBA Lottery Beef 34:22 Finals Hype and Music Break 34:44 All NBA Awards Explained 35:31 MVP Debate SGA vs Jokic 38:55 Wemby Snub and Rivalry Fire with SGA 40:01 Who Wins the Finals 44:52 Knicks Finals Chaos and Celebrity Buzz 45:27 Danhausen Curse Conspiracy 47:13 MSG Ticket Price Shock 50:56 All NBA Teams and Chet Rant 53:52 Other Awards 54:51 Kenyan Madina Okot WNBA Milestone 57:26 Can Kenya Produce an NBA Player? 58:38 Kenyan Basketball Global Gap 59:08 BAL 2026 Finals Review 1:05:00 Conclusion Drop your thoughts below. 🔔 Don’t Miss Out 👍 Like this video if you care about Kenyan basketball 💬 Comment your perspective 🔔 Subscribe for in-depth basketball conversations ⭐ Rate us 5 stars on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Shot by Doly (https://www.instagram.com/ondieki_officially) 📲 Follow I Really Hoop Podcast on all social media platforms for clips, highlights and basketball news. YouTube: https://youtu.be/ewXR6irGyws Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/20G5A5kEy6lrhlrl9qYcXL?si=o1ED_ZVyRUOwY8wVGt8XLw Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/nairobi-city-thunder-bal-6-review-kenya-hoops-problems/id1831444430?i=1000763291931 Listen Live and Follow Shine FM 99.9 on social media https://radio.garden/listen/shine-fm-99-9/9LfEdLvD https://shinefm.daystar.ac.ke https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo4bXMvQDSopqgUwvRSnRxpCaumUYEyix (On https://www.youtube.com/@Javan.360/) https://www.instagram.com/shinefm99.9 https://www.facebook.com/ShineFM99.9 https://www.tiktok.com/@shinefmdigital https://x.com/ShineRadioKE Follow the Host Javan ⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie X/Twitter: https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalie All my links(LinkTree): https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_Ekhalie YouTube: https://youtube.com/@BasketballTwinTV SportsBiz Kenya's Website: https://sportsbiz.co.ke/author/javan-ekhalie9outlook-com/ Follow the Co-hosts on Social Media Ashley https://www.instagram.com/_.bluediva Conrad https://www.instagram.com/conrad_wambua Presley https://www.instagram.com/presleyokoth7 #IReallyHoopPodcast #NBAFinals #NBA #Basketball #VictorWembanyama #SanAntonioSpurs #NewYorkKnicks #NBAPodcast #BasketballPodcast #KenyanBasketball #BasketballAfrica #MadinaOkot #WNBA #SportsPodcast #ShineFM #KenyaSports #BasketballKE #NairobiCityThunder #HoopsKenya #DaystarUniversity

    1h 9m
  2. THE NBA FINALS 2026 ARE HERE! RSSB win BAL Season 6, Kenyan Teams Face Malawi’s Bravehearts | Ep. 25

    Jun 5

    THE NBA FINALS 2026 ARE HERE! RSSB win BAL Season 6, Kenyan Teams Face Malawi’s Bravehearts | Ep. 25

    The I Really Hoop Podcast is back! In Episode 25, hosts Javan (Basketball Twin) and Edu (Mini-Lebron) break down the biggest stories in basketball from Kenya, Africa, and around the world. STARTING WITH THE 2026 NBA 2026 BETWEEN the San Antonio Spurs vs the New Yourk Knicks! We also talk about the NBA Playoffsonference Finals reactions, NBA Awards, Steph Curry's new deal, AI referees, the NBA Draft Lottery, and the latest Basketball Africa League (BAL) action, including Rwanda's historic championship victory. On the Kenyan basketball side, we dive into the ongoing KBF friendlies, Nairobi City Thunder's performances, basketball governance issues, proposed arena developments, Medina Okot's growing WNBA profile, Ariel Okall's BAL 2026Ubuntu Trophy win, and much more. Whether you're a fan of the NBA, BAL, Kenyan basketball, or the global game, this episode has something for you.IRHP WhatsApp Fan-Grouphttps://chat.whatsapp.com/FsoF8OR1uLmIRB0mO54tBv Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:27 What We Will Cover 01:43 2026 NBA Finals Start Date 02:22 BAL Season 6 RSSB Tigers (Rwanda) Win 02:53 Kenyan Basketball Updates 04:33 Controversies And Deals 05:13 Western Conference Finals Game Seven Reactions 05:50 NBA Ratings And Local Leagues 09:37 Subscriber Milestone Thanks 10:43 EasternConference Finals Breakdown 14:27 Knicks Title Prediction 18:29 Rest Versus Rhythm Debate 20:48 2026 NBA Awards Recap 24:27 Steph Curry New China Deal 26:04 2026 NBA Draft Lottery And AI Refs 27:22 AI in Sports Debate 28:07 BAL Season 6 Finals Recap 29:38 Voting and Leadership in Kenya Talk 31:08 BAL League Format and Future 33:04 BAL 2026 Ubuntu Trophy Spotlight 36:44 Kenya Basketball vs Bravehearts from Malawi Friendlies 39:02 Thunder Blowout Highlights 44:24 Controversies and Arena News 49:55 Madina Okot WNBA Buzz, she dope! 54:11 WNBA Commissioners Cup and Wrap 🎙️ Subscribe for more basketball discussions, interviews, analysis, and coverage of Kenyan, African, and international basketball. 🎙 Hosts Javan instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie⁠⁠ twitter_x: ⁠⁠https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalie⁠⁠ linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_Ekhalie⁠⁠ Edu: instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/edmundi_o/⁠⁠ Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all available podcast platforms, social media pages, as well as the co-host's social media pages. YouTube: https://youtu.be/UOOSXWzSHbw?si=6gDSh6WUALYpEQqy Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4HUx0PcegBAzsY4QtEg8aS?si=HAo1xwbFSb2cIDYznYIjDQ Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/nairobi-city-thunder-bal-6-review-kenya-hoops-problems/id1831444430?i=1000763291931⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ireallyhooppod/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ireallyhooppod #IReallyHoop #BasketballPodcast #NBAPodcast #KenyaBasketball #BAL

    1h 3m
  3. Nairobi City Thunder BAL 6 Review, Kenyan Hoops, Madina Okot WNBA, NBA Playoffs | Ep. 24 ft. Nderitu

    May 5

    Nairobi City Thunder BAL 6 Review, Kenyan Hoops, Madina Okot WNBA, NBA Playoffs | Ep. 24 ft. Nderitu

    Welcome back! It's Episode 24 of the I Really Hoop Podcast, and we have returning guest and renowned Kenyan basketball analyst, Nderitu, joining Javan! Our Kobe episode is blessed by the Mamba mentality. In this episode, we deeply break down Nairobi City Thunder’s heavily anticipated run in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) Season 6. Nderitu doesn't hold back, analyzing their 2-3 record, the coaching rotations, the lack of defensive preparation from playing in the KBF, and why the current roster construction fell short on the continental stage. We address a somber and critical issue in Kenyan basketball following the tragic passing of Neville Otieno on the court. On a much brighter note, we celebrate Kenyan WNBA history! We react to Madina Okot being drafted 12th overall by the Atlanta Dream, breaking down her journey, her fit with her new team, and clearing up the misinformation surrounding her draft status. Finally, we transition to the ongoing NBA Playoffs, discussing the Lakers' reliance on LeBron, the intense Nuggets vs. Timberwolves series, Paolo Banchero's rise with the Magic, and our predictions for the rest of the first round. IRHP WhatsApp Fan-Group https://chat.whatsapp.com/FsoF8OR1uLmIRB0mO54tBv Chapters 00:00 Intro Song ("BASELINE" prod. by ⁨@hAVENmusic-1⁩ ) 00:58 Week Recap, NBA Playoffs 01:14 Neville Otieno's Tragic Death (Eldonets Basketball Club) 03:03 Athlete Welfare Insurance 05:53 Episode Topics Preview 08:03 BAL Streaming Drama (NBA App/NBA.com, YouTube) 09:25 Nairobi City Thunder BAL Season 6 Record 10:05 Game By Game Breakdown 13:05 BAL Kenya Watch Party Reactions 16:20 Why NCT Fell Short 17:45 Coaching Rotation Issues 19:44 Point Guard Problem 25:25 I Really Hoop Fan-Group WhatsApp Group Drama 29:55 Clinching BAL Standings Explained 31:17 BAL Tiebreakers Explained 32:13 BAL Point Differential Fallout 33:52 Who Actually Performed in the NCT? 34:48 Defense and Foul Trouble 38:31 Injuries and Coaching Heat 40:42 Excuses vs Expectations 43:49 Roster Moves Under Fire 44:52 Albert Odero's Decision 48:30 Fixing It With Competition 54:58 Sahara Conference Preview 56:56 BAL Deep Cuts and Fans 58:26 Accountability Closing Take 1:00:00 Facts Over Feelings 1:00:48 Too Many Yes Men for the NCT 1:01:26 Criticism vs Consulting 1:02:12 NCT Reality Check 1:04:01 BAL in Kenya Arena Rumors and Costs 1:05:57 BAL Money and Player Welfare 1:07:24 Kenyan Government Promises on Paper 1:09:38 Madina Okot WNBA Draft Breakdown 1:10:51 Misinformation and Eligibility 1:12:37 Go Pro and Ball Out 1:13:59 Why Kenya Needs Pros 1:14:33 Social Media Hype 1:15:08 Next Kenyan to the NBA Dream 1:17:01 Madina Okot Draft Moment 1:17:38 "First Kenyan" Debate 1:19:07 NBA Playoffs 2026 Check In 1:19:42 Series By Series Takes 1:22:11 NBA Title Picks And Lakers 1:24:15 More Content And Collabs 1:24:38 Hooping Challenge Plans on Basketball Twin TV 1:25:47 Wrap Up And Shoutouts Drop your thoughts below. 🎙 Host Javan https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie⁠⁠ Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all available podcast platforms, social media pages, as well as the co-host's social media pages. YouTube: https://youtu.be/uEbZa8MRjuo?si=Sm9Pgpa31sKbqU4G Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/episode/7glmL89i4IhGwjszqG21FU?si=1de3f9ee5b454e74⁠ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/nairobi-city-thunder-bal-6-review-kenyan-hoops-madina/id1831444430?i=1000766209613 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ireallyhooppod/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ireallyhooppod 👤Guest Nderitu (NBA Kenya) https://www.youtube.com/@nbakenya Intro song BASELINE" prod. by Haven Music https://www.youtube.com/@hAVENmusic- #IReallyHoopPodcast #NBAPodcast #KenyanBasketball #BasketballKenya #BasketballKE #NBA #NBADebate #WNBA #BAL6 #MadinaOkot #NairobiCityThunder #KNBL #AfricanBasketball #SportsMedia

    1h 26m
  4. Nairobi City Thunder BAL 6 Review, Kenya Hoops Problems, NBA App Debate, Bam Adebayo 83 | Ep. 23

    Apr 23

    Nairobi City Thunder BAL 6 Review, Kenya Hoops Problems, NBA App Debate, Bam Adebayo 83 | Ep. 23

    Welcome back It's been a while since its been just Javan and Edu! In Episode 23 of the I Really Hoop Podcast, we have in-depth discussion on both Kenyan and global basketball topics. Our Jordan episode! In this episode, we break down Nairobi City Thunder’s performance and preparation in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) Season 6, analyzing their roster, level of competition, and whether they are truly ready to compete at the continental stage. The conversation also dives into the current challenges facing Kenyan basketball, including structural issues, competitiveness in the Kenya National Basketball League (KNBL), and what needs to change for the game to grow locally. On the global side, we debate the NBA viewing experience, comparing the NBA App and YouTube, and what platforms fans actually prefer in today’s digital era, because the BAL enforced the NBA App (NBA.com to be the only way to watch the BAL Season 6. We also react to the viral moment involving Bam Adebayo and the 83-point conversation, breaking down what it means in the wider NBA context. This episode blends Kenyan basketball analysis with global NBA conversations, delivering insight, debate, and honest opinions throughout. Chapters 00:00 Intro Song ("BASELINE" prod. by Haven Music) 01:56 Episode Topics Preview 03:22 Thunder’s Hype and Merch 04:36 Press Card and Coverage Plans 05:19 BAL Watch Party Recap 10:35 Thunder’s Games and Record 13:59 Injuries and Team Critique 16:30 Giveaway Win and Fan Moments 19:25 NBA App Streaming Debate 22:32 BAL Controversy and Expectations 25:28 Dylan Ivy Waived Discussion 27:22 Opinions and Fallout 27:56 Kenya Basketball Growth 28:49 NBA Expansion Buzz 29:33 Kenya Select Game Recap 30:15 Supporting Local Hoops 31:36 Behind the Scenes Break 33:00 Bam Adebayo 83 36:02 Disrespect Debate 38:07 Cooper Flagg 51 39:09 Awards and Injuries 45:29 Medina and Final Four 50:35 Wrap Up and Netflix Talk Drop your thoughts below. 🎙 Hosts Javan instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie⁠ twitter_x: ⁠https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalie⁠ linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_Ekhalie⁠ Edu: instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/edmundi_o/⁠ Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all available podcast platforms, social media pages, as well as the co-host's social media pages. YouTube: https://youtu.be/NuMHgDd0JcI?si=__QyTORNavs91PyN Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/1MUc1Fx2cV8etw03CgQDLD?si=3340b65146404aa0 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/nairobi-city-thunder-bal-6-review-kenya-hoops-problems/id1831444430?i=1000763291931 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ireallyhooppod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ireallyhooppod #IReallyHoopPodcast #NBAPodcast #KenyanBasketball #BasketballKenya #BasketballKE #NBA #NBADebate #BamAdebayo #BAL6 #NairobiCityThunder #KNBL #AfricanBasketball #SportsMedia

    53 min
  5. Nderitu (NBA Kenya): Rain @ Nyayo Indoor Gym!, Nairobi City Thunder, BAL 6, KBF’s Problems | Ep. 22

    Mar 15

    Nderitu (NBA Kenya): Rain @ Nyayo Indoor Gym!, Nairobi City Thunder, BAL 6, KBF’s Problems | Ep. 22

    Welcome back! In Episode 22 of the I Really Hoop Podcast, Javan is joined once again by Top Kenyan basketball analyst and reporter, Nderitu (NBA Kenya) for a deep and honest conversation about the current state of basketball in Kenya. Chapters 00:00 Intro Song ("BASELINE" prod. by Haven Music) 00:14 Welcome back! 00:21 No. 1 Kenyan Basketball Podcast (Ask Google, ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.) 00:37 Welcoming Nderitu (Returning Guest) 00:46: Episode 21 with him is the most viewed episode 01:01: Heavy Nairobi Rains (6 March 2026), Floods 02:32 Nyayo Indoor Basketball Gymnasium's embarrassing flooding situation 03:45 A cat or rat was spotted 07:32 Some fans weren't refunded 09:18 Nyayo has had no major upgrade since the 1980's 12:38 SHocking Crowd Management at Nyayo Indoor Gym 14:00 Risks of wet floor to players and fans 16:07 Nyayo should stop hosting basketball games till renovation 16:20 Bad sanitation at Nyayo (Washorooms, no water, stench) 18:00 Why the BAL put Black & White posts for the Road to BAL in Kasarani Indoor Arena 18:54 Kenya got lucky to host the Road to BAL 2025 and the WBLA Qualifiers 1015 21:23 Positioning of washrooms at Nyayo (Too Open) 21:48 Stench from washrooms going to the gymnasium 22:31 Clean up the venues, ya'll! 24:00 Move games to Kasarani, provide transport at a fee 24:45 Fauly, old scoreboards 25:40 Javan says he isn't a strong Nairobi City Thunder Fan 25:49 NCT need competition 26:18 More Overcrowding issues at Nyayo Indoor Gym 29:08 What's the deal between Stadia Management and the Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF)? 29:46 The 2026 Basketball AFrica League (BAL) Season 6 & NCT's Preparation 30:09 Nairobi City Thunder's New Signings 30:21 Ater Majok moved from NCT to Dar City and now Dakar 30:38 Albert Odero moved from NCT to Tigers Rwanda now back to NCT 30:52 NCT's frontcourt 31:20 WIll NCT be better or worse this upcoming BAL 6? 32:47 New BAL Conferences Format 32:20 NCT's limited Preparation Time 35:07 Does NCT have yesmen? 36:25 NCT fear losing a single game at the Kenya National Basketball League 38:28 Other teams' BAL rosters 40:16 Kalahari COnference is in SOuth Africa while the Sahara COnference is in Morocco 20:53 Derrick Ogechi can help NCT since he's now in the roster 40:49 Ogechi's Highlight Reel 41:51 Ogechi not playing at BAL 5 42:10 NCT's tough BAL 6 Fixtures 46:17 What will NCT do about the KNBL game fixtures during BAL 6? 50:29 KBF officials overstaying office 52:00 KBFs failed deal with Fireflies COmpany 52:21 KBF's Greed by selling tickets to a full Nyayo Indoor Gym 54:57 We just want change coz we love basketball 55:16 Nderitu responds to fan who he had an argument with on last episode's comments on Instagram 59:26 Nderitu has tough skin 01:00:41 Come at Nderitu with a missile, you'll get a nuclear warhead back 01:01:20 Nderitu will keep exposing the mismanagement in Kenyan Basketball 01:02:05 Co-host Edu was unavailable for this episode 01:02:14 Outro (Like, Share, Subscribe) Drop your thoughts below. 🎙 Host Javan (Basketball Twin) https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie 👤 Guest Dennis Nderitu (NBA Kenya) https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@nbakenya⁩ Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all available podcast platforms, social media pages, as well as the co-host's social media pages. YouTube: https://youtu.be/VpneZ8Am2dc?si=3Tu6A3-rI-eonbVf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2TQSX4K44HQTyWtDRXVOlW?si=jA1fyFdHRiqdGS9ACc0qYA Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/nderitu-nba-kenya-rain-nyayo-indoor-gym-nairobi-city/id1831444430?i=1000755402987 All our Links (LinkTree): https://linktr.ee/ireallyhooppod Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ireallyhooppod/ #IReallyHoopPodcast #NBAPodcast #KenyanBasketball #BasketballKenya #BasketballKE #KenyaMorans #KBF #NBAKenya #AfricanBasketball #BasketballAfricaLeague #BAL #BAL6 #NairobiCityThunder #KNBL #SportsMedia #DennisNderitu

    1h 3m
  6. Dennis Nderitu (NBA Kenya): Accountability, KBF Controversy, The State of Kenyan Basketball | Ep. 21

    Mar 1

    Dennis Nderitu (NBA Kenya): Accountability, KBF Controversy, The State of Kenyan Basketball | Ep. 21

    In Episode 21, we sit down with Dennis Nderitu, founder of NBA Kenya, basketball analyst, reporter, and one of the most outspoken voices in Kenyan basketball media. This is one of the most honest and unfiltered conversations we have had on the platform. The episode explores standards, transparency, governance, and the future of basketball journalism in Kenya. Episode Chapters: 00:00 Episode 20 Kickoff00:26 Meet Dennis Nderitu01:27 Subscribe And Support01:50 Why He Loves Basketball05:54 Why Basketball Over Football07:32 NBA Live & 2K Era + Favorite Players08:26 Lakers Fandom & Luka Trade11:12 Starting the NBA Kenya Brand17:49 NBA Kenya Name Explained20:01 Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) Friction & Accountability24:00 KBF Elections & Governance Issues26:24 Banned From KNBL Playoff Game at Nyayo Stadium Gymnasium29:21 Player Confrontations During Games31:25 Clearing the Air31:57 Criticism Is Part of Sport34:28 Receipts, Stats & Film36:11 Calling Out the Ban37:46 Negativity vs Positive Coverage39:52 Why I Left Woopy (Okapi) Sport42:01 Kenyan Basketball Media Growth43:38 Foul and One Podcast Beef Explained45:57 Madina Okot Visa Story Breakdown49:23 KBF Broadcast Fees53:44 KNBL League Start Date Confusion57:20 Showing Up to Games Anyway58:24 Hosting BAL (Road to BAL) & FIBA Women’s Basketball League Africa (WBLA)58:55 Final Thoughts on Progress01:00:00 Ticket Price Controversy01:00:51 Bad Venue Experience01:01:18 Kenya Hosts Qualifiers01:02:09 Thunder Praise and Critique01:03:13 BAL Struggles and Heartbreak01:04:27 Morans Sacrificed Claim01:06:14 Stadium Canopy and Arenas01:07:25 BAL Franchise Buy In01:08:45 Building Basketball Culture01:09:21 Franchise Format Roadblocks01:10:00 League Pressure and Sabotage01:10:28 When Franchises Could Happen01:10:38 Thunder and Arena Money01:11:21 NBA Africa Vision01:12:17 Why the Creator Went Quiet01:13:44 IShowSpeed Basketball Fumble01:15:43 Gen Z Goliath Height Debate01:16:51 Wrap Up and Shoutouts Video on Nderitu being denied access to the Nyayo Stadium Basketball Gymnasium https://youtu.be/9XFpSxn7mj0?si=99W0oJ2OTDuU_fVk Discussion Questions: - Is criticism necessary for growth in Kenyan basketball? - Should federations be held more accountable? - What is the future of independent sports media in Kenya? listen_and_follow: YouTube: https://youtu.be/PTLOk4LnduQ?si=_vISiW6o9anAIGyG Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5BxVdZG3Y8sSgT5WqL4TjN?si=l6DXyV96S0mcfRIH_SOp_w Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/dennis-nderitu-nba-kenya-accountability-kbf-controversy/id1831444430?i=1000752346315 All our links( LinkTree): https://linktr.ee/ireallyhooppod social_media: podcast_instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ireallyhooppod/ hosts: javan: instagram: https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie twitter_x: https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalie linktree: https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_Ekhalie edu: instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edmundi_o/ guest: name: "Dennis Nderitu (NBA Kenya)" youtube_channels: - https://www.youtube.com/@nbakenya - https://www.youtube.com/@nderitubasketball - https://www.youtube.com/@nderitubasketballextra hosted_by: - Javan (Basketball Twin) - Edu (Mini LeBron)

    1h 19m
  7. Kenyan Basketball Legend & Nairobi City Thunder Player Ariel Okall Koranga shares his story | Ep. 20

    Feb 19

    Kenyan Basketball Legend & Nairobi City Thunder Player Ariel Okall Koranga shares his story | Ep. 20

    This is a very special episode of the I Really Hoop Podcast. In Episode 21, we sit down with Kenyan basketball veteran Ariel Okal Koranga, widely known as The Doctor and The Journeyman. A 22-season professional, former Kenya national basketball team (Kenya Morans) icon, and current leader at Nairobi City Thunder, Ariel shares an extraordinary career that has spanned continents, championships, and defining moments in Kenyan basketball history. From Nakuru to Mogadishu.From Algeria to Oman.From domestic leagues to continental silver medals. This is insider history from a player who lived it. His 2014 call-up to the Kenya Morans The 2019 Africa silver medal run Beating continental powerhouses like Egypt, Nigeria, Tunisia & Angola Qualifying for FIBA AfroBasket after 28 years What that achievement meant for Kenyan basketball Meeting the President and the national recognition that followed The professionalism gap between Kenyan leagues and overseas basketball The evolution of team chemistry — Thunder vs Morans NBA debates: GOAT talk, all-time starting fives & the future of the league Kenya’s next NBA/WNBA hopefuls BAL expansion possibilities and structural growth The Kenya Basketball Federation’s controversial Fireflies partnership This episode is both reflection and roadmap — history and future in one conversation. 00:00 Welcome + Introducing Ariel “The Doctor”01:39 22 Seasons In: Growing Up in Nakuru03:28 Longevity, Injuries & Love for the Game04:47 Kenya vs Overseas Professionalism08:07 The Journeyman Years Across Africa10:48 Family Legacy & NCAA Milestone12:00 First Kenya Morans Call-Up14:03 2019 Africa Silver Medal Run19:50 AfroBasket Qualification Explained20:58 Viral Sports Debate & Media Moments25:45 Favorite Morans Teammates29:51 Thunder vs Morans Chemistry33:15 Today’s NBA Favorites37:21 GOAT Debate40:21 Is Steph Top 10?43:47 KD, Wemby & Europe’s Rise45:42 All-Star Weekend Review53:19 Kenya’s Next NBA/WNBA Prospects57:13 BAL Franchise Proposal59:45 Federation & Sponsorship Debate01:04:00 Closing Thoughts 💬 Drop your GOAT in the comments.Can Kenya return to the AfroBasket podium? 👍 Like the video💬 Comment your thoughts🔔 Subscribe for more in-depth basketball conversations📲 Follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Instagram & all podcast platform Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all available podcast platforms, social media pages, as well as the co-host's social media pages. YouTube: https://youtu.be/M8nuZTwTFr0?si=nV_ZmY-V0GrHpvwW Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/74I60VIkgzfOKUWF54oqUk?si=ekq8zAAQSSeWF9nUGqtLDw Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/kenyan-basketball-legend-nairobi-city-thunder-player/id1831444430?i=1000750554170 All our Links (LinkTree): https://linktr.ee/ireallyhooppod Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ireallyhooppod/ Hosts Javan⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie X/Twitter: https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalie All my links(LinkTree): https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_Ekhalie Edu https://www.instagram.com/edmundi_o/ Guest https://www.instagram.com/ariel_okall/ Shot by https://www.instagram.com/_.petter_w Directed, produced and edited by,  https://www.instagram.com/ #IReallyHoopPodcast #IReallyHoopPodcast #KenyaMorans #NairobiCityThunder #AfricanBasketball #LeBronJames #BasketballKE #ArielOkall #KenyanBasketball

    1h 9m
  8. Anthony Black CRAZY Dunk, New NBA All-Star Format, Jordan's unjustified $20M, Africa Hoops | Ep. 19

    Feb 4

    Anthony Black CRAZY Dunk, New NBA All-Star Format, Jordan's unjustified $20M, Africa Hoops | Ep. 19

    Welcome to the 19th episode of the I Really Hoop Podcast. In this episode, we break down the biggest basketball conversations shaping the NBA, African basketball, and the global game. From viral on-court moments and trade deadline speculation to All-Star Weekend changes and the rapid rise of basketball in Kenya and across Africa, this episode delivers analysis, debate, and context. Topics Discussed: - Viral NBA dunk that shook the Memphis Grizzlies bench - Ja Morant trade rumors and potential Miami Heat links - Giannis Antetokounmpo, fan backlash, and all-time NBA ranking debates - February NBA trade deadline and key players to watch - Golden State Warriors’ decline and dynasty discussions - New NBA All-Star Game format: Team USA vs Team World - Dunk Contest, Three-Point Contest, Rising Stars & All-Star Weekend preview - NBA international expansion and the possibility of games in Africa - Nairobi City Thunder’s dominance and the future of Kenyan basketball - Kenya National Basketball League (KNBL) second-leg expectations - NCAA basketball, March Madness buildup, and NBA draft prospects - Kenyan WNBA prospect Medina Okot and women’s basketball growth - FIBA World Cup 2027 qualifiers and 3x3 basketball development - Off-court NBA drama, contracts, media deals, and player reputations - Rugby, global sports growth, and basketball’s rise in Kenya and Africa Episode Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:32 Basketball Highlights and Updates 01:31 Speed’s Visit to Kenya 02:22 NBA Player Performances and Trades 08:11 All-Star Weekend and Format Changes 10:38 Trade Deadline Speculation 13:05 Dunk Contest and Three-Point Contest 14:37 Skills Challenge and Rising Stars 15:23 Celebrity Game Highlights 17:21 International NBA Games 20:26 Kenya National Basketball League 22:09 NCAA College Basketball 24:07 FIBA Basketball World Cup 25:57 NBA Off-Court Drama 28:48 Michael Jordan’s $20 Million Interview 30:34 Wrap-Up and Future Plans Call to Action: Like, comment, share, and subscribe for more NBA debates, African basketball coverage, and global hoops discussions. Follow us on all major podcast platforms and social media. listen_and_follow: podcast_platforms: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2EXlOhUFCXeHV4HnRV9B8o?si=6b220cc586474dfb - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/anthony-black-crazy-dunk-new-nba-all-star-format-jordans/id1831444430?i=1000748235511 - YouTube: https://youtu.be/elszq2LqkyQ?si=xjnAWuBAt9QeHwn- linktree: - All Links: https://linktr.ee/ireallyhooppod social_media: instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ireallyhooppod/ tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ireallyhooppod twitter_x: https://x.com/ireallyhooppod_ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iReallyHoopPod host: name: "Javan Okwayo Ekhalie" links: linktree: https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_Ekhalie instagram: https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie twitter_x: https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalie youtube: https://youtube.com/@BasketballTwin snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/javan_ekhalie facebook: https://www.facebook.com/javan.o.ekhalie tiktok: https://tiktok.com/@javan_o_ekhalie threads: https://www.threads.com/@javan_o_ekhalie linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/javan-o-ekhalie spotify_profile: https://open.spotify.com/user/pldbiridkc0c5cvcnsf0jniua?si=ff276253845643cf sportsbiz_kenya: https://sportsbiz.co.ke/author/javan-ekhalie9outlook-com/ production: Shot, directed, produced and edited by, Javan Okwayo Ekhalie  https://www.youtube.com/@Javan.360/featured #IReallyHoopPodcast #NBAPodcast #NBA #NBAAllStar #NBATrades #JaMorant #GiannisAntetokounmpo #AfricanBasketball #KenyanBasketball #BasketballPodcast

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I Really Hoop Podcast is Kenya’s top basketball podcast and a leading voice in African basketball conversations. Hosted by Javan, a sports journalist and basketball player, and Edu, the podcast delivers in-depth analysis of Kenyan basketball, the NBA, the BAL leagues, and the business and culture of the game. Featuring informed debates, timely reactions, and guest insights, I Really Hoop connects fans, players, and the basketball community through authentic, intelligent, and impactful conversations. If you love basketball, you really hoop.

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  • Creator
    I Really Hoop Podcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Explicit
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