<![CDATA[Basketball History 101]]>f945abd2-28ae-5f94-b3b3-9c552581a4cfTue, 31 Mar 2026 07:00:17 +0000Captivate.fmRick Loayzahttps://artwork.captivate.fm/38ee4276-e985-4e5c-87ce-062684010e13/7817755-1596751698182-d843a3cc1685a.jpgBasketball History 101Rick LoayzaRick LoayzaI am your author and host, Rick Loayza. This is the blog and podcast where we bring to life some of the forgotten stories from basketball history. I love basketball. I love watching it. I love reading about it. I love learning about its history. I am, for all intents and purposes, a basketball junkie. I’ve coached all three of my kids in youth basketball. In fact, I still coach my youngest each winter. Something just happened to me when I was 11 where I was bitten by the basketball bug. And starting then, I just couldn’t get enough of this amazing game. And the purpose of this podcast and blog is to bring back some of the old stories from basketball’s history. I want to bring you a new story each week from the older days of basketball before there were 22 cameras and instant highlights on your device. Of course, any story from anywhere in basketball history is up for grabs. But I want the focus to be on those stories that are interesting and impactful but long forgotten. I’ll be covering stories going all the way back to the invention of the game in the 1890s, to the barnstorming days of basketball in the 1920s and 30s, to the creation of the current NBA in the 1940s and beyond. So, if you love basketball as much as I do, or you just want to hear a few stories from basketball’s past, then go ahead and subscribe to the podcast and come back to this blog to hear or read a new story each week. For me, this is a labor of love as I get to work with my older son, Jacob Loayza, who serves as my editor and producer. Until next time…https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/falseepisodichttps://feeds.captivate.fm/basketball-history-101/nopodcastSupport the show!Episode 292 - Charles "Tarzan" CooperEpisode 292 - Charles "Tarzan" CooperCharles “Tarzan” Cooper was the best center of the 1930s. He was only 6'3, but a hundred years ago that meant you were a big man. He played the center position like few others and scored almost at will. He also helped lead his team to the 1939 World Basketball Championship, an integrated tournament that brought in the best teams around.

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"Upbeat Jazz Music I New York, 1924" by Ross Bugden

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>Charles “Tarzan” Cooper was the best center of the 1930s. He was only 6'3, but a hundred years ago that meant you were a big man. He played the center position like few others and scored almost at will. He also helped lead his team to the 1939 World Basketball Championship, an integrated tournament that brought in the best teams around.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"Upbeat Jazz Music I New York, 1924" by Ross Bugden

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>1e77941c-6531-4851-88d8-48470c30fbbdTue, 31 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -050010:49falsefull292292Episode 291 - Team USA vs. the NBA All-StarsEpisode 291 - Team USA vs. the NBA All-StarsThe 1984 Olympic Team played eight exhibition games against a team of NBA All-Stars to prepare for the LA Olympics. The Olympic team, made up of college amateurs, won all eight games. The NBA All-Star team included players like Magic, Isiah, Bird, and McHale.

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"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>The 1984 Olympic Team played eight exhibition games against a team of NBA All-Stars to prepare for the LA Olympics. The Olympic team, made up of college amateurs, won all eight games. The NBA All-Star team included players like Magic, Isiah, Bird, and McHale.

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Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


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"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>15febd5a-0587-4af1-aa65-bf8e7d857b04Tue, 24 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -050011:59falsefull291291Episode 290 - The Reign ManEpisode 290 - The Reign ManShawn Kemp should be in the Hall of Fame, if only his prime years could have lasted longer. He was unstoppable in the open court, but weight issues derailed his career when he should have been at his peak. This is the story of the Reign Man.

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers

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]]>Shawn Kemp should be in the Hall of Fame, if only his prime years could have lasted longer. He was unstoppable in the open court, but weight issues derailed his career when he should have been at his peak. This is the story of the Reign Man.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

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"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>4ee5146d-ddff-4ae6-a3d1-20477a68c210Tue, 17 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -050017:03falsefull290290Episode 289 - How Julius Became "The Doctor"Episode 289 - How Julius Became "The Doctor"Julius Erving is better known as Dr. J, or just The Doctor. But where did that nickname come from? We answer that in today’s episode.

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"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>Julius Erving is better known as Dr. J, or just The Doctor. But where did that nickname come from? We answer that in today’s episode.

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>c7520acf-abde-4f96-b6de-6e01590547e1Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -050013:23falsefull289289Episode 288 - Connie Hawkins: An Interview with Bo BelangerEpisode 288 - Connie Hawkins: An Interview with Bo BelangerConnie Hawkins has a fascinating story of initially being banned by the NBA and later suing the league to be allowed to play. And it all started with a simple loan he took from gambler, Jack Molinas. We interview Bo Belanger about his new podcast series “Connie & Jack: A Rigged Game”.

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

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"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>Connie Hawkins has a fascinating story of initially being banned by the NBA and later suing the league to be allowed to play. And it all started with a simple loan he took from gambler, Jack Molinas. We interview Bo Belanger about his new podcast series “Connie & Jack: A Rigged Game”.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

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"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>0f1316dc-b905-4afb-8177-8a653d297bbbTue, 03 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -050024:17falsefull288288Episode 287 - David Robinson's High School YearsEpisode 287 - David Robinson's High School YearsDavid Robinson was an incredibly gifted student who had walked away from basketball at the age of 13 to focus on his studies and playing the saxophone. However, three years later the basketball coach at his high school convinced him to try out for the team. And just five years after that Robinson was the first pick in the 1987 NBA Draft.

CREDITS

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"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>David Robinson was an incredibly gifted student who had walked away from basketball at the age of 13 to focus on his studies and playing the saxophone. However, three years later the basketball coach at his high school convinced him to try out for the team. And just five years after that Robinson was the first pick in the 1987 NBA Draft.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>7c4b682f-a33a-4134-9a0b-0d7168f12763Tue, 24 Feb 2026 02:00:00 -050014:35falsefull287287Episode 286 - Mike D'Antoni's Italian AdventureEpisode 286 - Mike D'Antoni's Italian AdventureMike D’Antoni grew up in West Virginia with a dream of someday playing in the NBA. He achieved his dream by playing with the Kings. But he was out of the NBA in only three years. Then he had a chance to play in Italy where he became a superstar for Olimpia Milano. This is the story of his Italian adventure.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>Mike D’Antoni grew up in West Virginia with a dream of someday playing in the NBA. He achieved his dream by playing with the Kings. But he was out of the NBA in only three years. Then he had a chance to play in Italy where he became a superstar for Olimpia Milano. This is the story of his Italian adventure.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>318f5941-198f-4cfe-a66b-6f80c355bd88Tue, 17 Feb 2026 02:00:00 -050015:10falsefull286286Episode 285 - Magic Johnson to the KingsEpisode 285 - Magic Johnson to the KingsIn 1978 Magic Johnson nearly left college early to go to the NBA. The Kansas City Kings were ready to take him with the 2nd pick in the draft. So what led to him waiting until 1979 before leaving for the NBA? That’s what today’s episode is all about.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>In 1978 Magic Johnson nearly left college early to go to the NBA. The Kansas City Kings were ready to take him with the 2nd pick in the draft. So what led to him waiting until 1979 before leaving for the NBA? That’s what today’s episode is all about.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>e97f33a7-c21e-4a44-af96-845c35f6fcbdTue, 10 Feb 2026 02:00:00 -050014:08falsefull285285Episode 284 - Max ZaslofskyEpisode 284 - Max ZaslofskyMax Zaslofsky led the NBA in scoring during the second season of the league in 1947-48. He put the Chicago Stags on the basketball map. Later he led the Knicks to three straight NBA Finals. He was one of the greatest players from the early years of the league.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"Slow Dance" by Doug Maxwell

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>Max Zaslofsky led the NBA in scoring during the second season of the league in 1947-48. He put the Chicago Stags on the basketball map. Later he led the Knicks to three straight NBA Finals. He was one of the greatest players from the early years of the league.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"Slow Dance" by Doug Maxwell

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>3b58950b-70a3-44e6-96b1-abcbf405e633Tue, 03 Feb 2026 02:00:00 -050012:45falsefull284284Episode 283 - Thump & BumpEpisode 283 - Thump & BumpThump & Bump was one of the most obscure duos of NBA basketball. It was a short lived era for the Philadelphia 76ers featuring Charles Barkley and Rick Mahorn. They never came close to a title, but they were fun to watch.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>Thump & Bump was one of the most obscure duos of NBA basketball. It was a short lived era for the Philadelphia 76ers featuring Charles Barkley and Rick Mahorn. They never came close to a title, but they were fun to watch.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>e11f815d-363b-423f-92e8-38dd523b853bTue, 27 Jan 2026 02:00:00 -050013:08falsefull283283Episode 282 - The ReboundEpisode 282 - The ReboundPrior to 1950 the NBA did not even keep records of rebounds. Why was it not considered worthy of tracking? Why was the rebound under appreciated? We try to answer that question in this episode.

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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MUSIC

"Flashing Lights" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>Prior to 1950 the NBA did not even keep records of rebounds. Why was it not considered worthy of tracking? Why was the rebound under appreciated? We try to answer that question in this episode.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"Flashing Lights" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

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]]>2b205d2a-1583-45e9-9d29-10a7fcde7e43Tue, 20 Jan 2026 02:00:00 -050013:06falsefull282282Episode 281 - Learning the SkyhookEpisode 281 - Learning the SkyhookThe Sky Hook is arguably the most famous shot in NBA history. But how did Kareem Abdul-Jabber learn it in the first place? That is our story for today.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by Mokka Music

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The Sky Hook is arguably the most famous shot in NBA history. But how did Kareem Abdul-Jabber learn it in the first place? That is our story for today.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by Mokka Music

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>a6af22e6-7337-4b58-aa05-dcadef1744f1Tue, 06 Jan 2026 02:00:00 -050010:54falsefull281281Episode 280 - The NBA Territorial PickEpisode 280 - The NBA Territorial PickFrom 1949 until 1965, the NBA employed the concept of the Territorial Draft Pick, which allowed team to automatically take a player that played their university basketball within 50 miles of the NBA team’s arena. It allowed college superstars to play locally where their fans could see them play in the NBA. It made sense at the time. Join us as we take a look back.

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

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]]>From 1949 until 1965, the NBA employed the concept of the Territorial Draft Pick, which allowed team to automatically take a player that played their university basketball within 50 miles of the NBA team’s arena. It allowed college superstars to play locally where their fans could see them play in the NBA. It made sense at the time. Join us as we take a look back.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>7a272d3a-0764-4c5f-9085-8d3cc8344e1bTue, 30 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -050015:41falsefull280280Episode 279 - The First Game REDUX || Ep. 177 Re-AirEpisode 279 - The First Game REDUX || Ep. 177 Re-AirFor this Christmas week episode, we're re-airing Episode 177 from January 2, 2024. We had done a redux of our very first episode, telling the story of basketball's first game, and if you missed it then, this is our present to you now! From all of us here at BBH.101, we wish you a very merry Christmas!

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"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>For this Christmas week episode, we're re-airing Episode 177 from January 2, 2024. We had done a redux of our very first episode, telling the story of basketball's first game, and if you missed it then, this is our present to you now! From all of us here at BBH.101, we wish you a very merry Christmas!

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>ad6de84c-f6ec-4de3-b30b-e1dd8ff54423Tue, 23 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -050018:01falsefull279279Episode 278 - The Very First Pro GameEpisode 278 - The Very First Pro GameBasketball’s first professional game was played in New Jersey in 1896, just five years after the game was invented. That is an incredibly short window. And the fouls were rough.

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"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

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]]>Basketball’s first professional game was played in New Jersey in 1896, just five years after the game was invented. That is an incredibly short window. And the fouls were rough.

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>8996df69-11c1-4028-8607-b73673c7a597Tue, 16 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -050012:16falsefull278278Episode 277 - Larry Bird vs. the Indiana PacersEpisode 277 - Larry Bird vs. the Indiana PacersLarry Bird pulled out a performance for the ages in Game 5 of the first round of the 1991 NBA Playoffs. He suffered an injury to his face, but still found a way to perform.

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers

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]]>Larry Bird pulled out a performance for the ages in Game 5 of the first round of the 1991 NBA Playoffs. He suffered an injury to his face, but still found a way to perform.

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

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"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>fe284aab-9fb7-47e4-b917-4168041476d6Tue, 09 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -050013:23falsefull277277Episode 276 - Kareem on the ReservationEpisode 276 - Kareem on the ReservationKareem Abdul-Jabber spent one season as an assistant coach at Alchesay High School, a Native American school. This is the story of that season where he learned as much as he taught the boys on the basketball team.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Heartbeat of Mother Earth" by Carlos Carty

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Kareem Abdul-Jabber spent one season as an assistant coach at Alchesay High School, a Native American school. This is the story of that season where he learned as much as he taught the boys on the basketball team.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Heartbeat of Mother Earth" by Carlos Carty

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>a6673000-b164-4c60-addf-c4acbba064c0Tue, 02 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -050016:03falsefull276276Episode 275 - Bill LaimbeerEpisode 275 - Bill LaimbeerBill Laimbeer was one of the biggest villains in NBA history. He was an easy player to hate if you were not a fan of the Detroit Pistons. However, he was a player who grew up with luxury and privilege in Southern California. So where did he develop his attitude on the court? Today we share that story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Bill Laimbeer was one of the biggest villains in NBA history. He was an easy player to hate if you were not a fan of the Detroit Pistons. However, he was a player who grew up with luxury and privilege in Southern California. So where did he develop his attitude on the court? Today we share that story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>9c269e20-a15c-4cdd-9d67-7a6cd257420eTue, 18 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -050014:57falsefull275275Episode 274 - The ABL: Basketball's First Pro LeagueEpisode 274 - The ABL: Basketball's First Pro LeagueThe American Basketball League (ABL) was the first major pro basketball league starting in 1925. They paid their players enough money that the players did not need another job. It was the first league of its kind and set the blueprint for future leagues like the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The American Basketball League (ABL) was the first major pro basketball league starting in 1925. They paid their players enough money that the players did not need another job. It was the first league of its kind and set the blueprint for future leagues like the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>fafaba86-d413-484c-af3f-d82cca5a0cddTue, 11 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -050017:01falsefull274274Episode 273 - Following John WoodenEpisode 273 - Following John WoodenWhen John Wooden retired from coaching UCLA, the big question was how do you replace John Wooden? Gene Bartow was hired away from Memphis State to take over UCLA. It was a no-win situation. This is that story. But that should not take away from the fact that Bartow was a great coach.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>When John Wooden retired from coaching UCLA, the big question was how do you replace John Wooden? Gene Bartow was hired away from Memphis State to take over UCLA. It was a no-win situation. This is that story. But that should not take away from the fact that Bartow was a great coach.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>5aed7aa3-803e-4155-bf34-24cd02a461c7Tue, 04 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -050015:26falsefull273273Episode 272 - Chuck Daly: The People's CoachEpisode 272 - Chuck Daly: The People's CoachChuck Daly is one of the greatest coaches the NBA has ever seen. He is also one of the most beloved coaches. He made lifelong friends everywhere he went. That is rare in an environment as competitive as the NBA. Today, we focus on his relationships with his players.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Chuck Daly is one of the greatest coaches the NBA has ever seen. He is also one of the most beloved coaches. He made lifelong friends everywhere he went. That is rare in an environment as competitive as the NBA. Today, we focus on his relationships with his players.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>45ac9708-8c3b-438e-83f9-cb3ffdd2f7b9Tue, 28 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -050018:19falsefull272272Episode 271 - Jumpin' Joe FulksEpisode 271 - Jumpin' Joe FulksJumpin’ Joe Fulks was the NBA’s very first scoring leader back in 1947. He also led his team, the Philadelphia Warriors, to the very first NBA championship. Yet, he hardly ever gets talked about today. We correct that with this episode.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940s Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Jumpin’ Joe Fulks was the NBA’s very first scoring leader back in 1947. He also led his team, the Philadelphia Warriors, to the very first NBA championship. Yet, he hardly ever gets talked about today. We correct that with this episode.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940s Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>a90c07f7-0faa-48a2-8473-4798df1882c8Tue, 21 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -050013:25falsefull271271Episode 270 - Kobe Bryant's AirballsEpisode 270 - Kobe Bryant's AirballsKobe Bryant once shot four airballs in five minutes in a playoff game against the Utah Jazz. But that failure had a direct impact on Kobe becoming one of the greatest players of all time.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Kobe Bryant once shot four airballs in five minutes in a playoff game against the Utah Jazz. But that failure had a direct impact on Kobe becoming one of the greatest players of all time.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>eebecd96-a0c5-4eb7-a351-0d2dc38f481bTue, 14 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -050016:45falsefull270270Episode 269 - UCLA's Friendliest ManipulatorEpisode 269 - UCLA's Friendliest ManipulatorUCLA won 10 National Championships under Coach John Wooden. But what many don’t know is that behind the scenes a booster named Sam Gilbert had been providing improper financial benefits to UCLA players for decades. This is his story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>UCLA won 10 National Championships under Coach John Wooden. But what many don’t know is that behind the scenes a booster named Sam Gilbert had been providing improper financial benefits to UCLA players for decades. This is his story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>7c42acde-2b99-4a59-810d-264271ed629aTue, 07 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -050015:26falsefull269269Episode 268 - The Impact of Magic and BirdEpisode 268 - The Impact of Magic and BirdThe NBA was struggling financially in the late 1970s. They needed something to turn things around. In 1979, two rookies joined and led their teams to the two best records in the entire league and made the NBA popular and fun again.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The NBA was struggling financially in the late 1970s. They needed something to turn things around. In 1979, two rookies joined and led their teams to the two best records in the entire league and made the NBA popular and fun again.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>77191b56-6776-4b65-bb1c-03d77ee0ca6aTue, 30 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -050014:48falsefull268268Episode 267 - Jeremy Before LinsanityEpisode 267 - Jeremy Before LinsanityEveryone knows about Linsanity. But in this episode, we take you back to Lin’s childhood in Palo Alto, California where he was an undersized point guard who seemingly had no chance to make the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Broken" by AJ PRO

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Everyone knows about Linsanity. But in this episode, we take you back to Lin’s childhood in Palo Alto, California where he was an undersized point guard who seemingly had no chance to make the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Broken" by AJ PRO

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>b78c30c8-15e9-430d-ae5a-e0d8ee975a00Tue, 23 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -050011:37falsefull267267Episode 266 - Drafting a ChampionEpisode 266 - Drafting a ChampionIn 78 years of NBA Drafts, the top pick has helped his team to a championship only 10 times. Here is that list.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Flashing Lights" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In 78 years of NBA Drafts, the top pick has helped his team to a championship only 10 times. Here is that list.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Flashing Lights" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>41b9bd55-5faf-4557-bc09-02d295eca288Tue, 16 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -050014:49falsefull266266Episode 265 - Kareem and the Million Dollar CheckEpisode 265 - Kareem and the Million Dollar CheckThe ABA did everything they could to land Lew Alcindor as an ABA player with the New York Nets. They prepared a file on him and were ready to offer nearly a million dollars more than the Milwaukee Bucks. So, why did Alcindor sign with the Bucks? The ABA misread the negotiations, and this is that story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The ABA did everything they could to land Lew Alcindor as an ABA player with the New York Nets. They prepared a file on him and were ready to offer nearly a million dollars more than the Milwaukee Bucks. So, why did Alcindor sign with the Bucks? The ABA misread the negotiations, and this is that story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>274eb678-b75a-4acd-b228-df7d754ff51eTue, 09 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -050017:07falsefull265265Episode 264 - Johnny NeumannEpisode 264 - Johnny NeumannJohnny Neumann was one of those players who should be remembered as an ABA superstar. But his youth and immaturity undermined his own career. He started out hot, averaging 18 points/game as a rookie, but then quickly saw his numbers drop. Neumann is a cautionary tale about what it takes to achieve greatness in the pros.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Johnny Neumann was one of those players who should be remembered as an ABA superstar. But his youth and immaturity undermined his own career. He started out hot, averaging 18 points/game as a rookie, but then quickly saw his numbers drop. Neumann is a cautionary tale about what it takes to achieve greatness in the pros.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>89b3eef5-04cb-46c6-ab24-419bcbd9eaafTue, 02 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -050014:04falsefull264264Episode 263 - The Original Big 3Episode 263 - The Original Big 3The NBA has had a variety of Big 3s in its history, but we want to go back to the 1940s to share the story of the original Big 3. We share the championship run of the Minneapolis Lakers, which featured George Mikan, Vern Mikkelson, and Jim Pollard.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940s Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The NBA has had a variety of Big 3s in its history, but we want to go back to the 1940s to share the story of the original Big 3. We share the championship run of the Minneapolis Lakers, which featured George Mikan, Vern Mikkelson, and Jim Pollard.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940s Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>f84ba416-541c-48ac-a583-4187b82a771dTue, 26 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -050015:45falsefull263263Episode 262 - Ray Allen’s Biggest ShotEpisode 262 - Ray Allen’s Biggest ShotThe shot to tie Game 6 of the 2013 NBA Finals was the biggest shot of Ray Allen’s career But did you know that he had been practicing that scenario for years? This is the story of that preparation.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Flashing Lights” by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The shot to tie Game 6 of the 2013 NBA Finals was the biggest shot of Ray Allen’s career But did you know that he had been practicing that scenario for years? This is the story of that preparation.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Flashing Lights” by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>4a8a6022-093c-4c1d-acee-0df475bb79a2Tue, 19 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -050016:30falsefull262262Episode 261 - The Friendship of Cousy & RussellEpisode 261 - The Friendship of Cousy & RussellBob Cousy and Bill Russell won six NBA championships in just seven seasons as teammates. But after their careers ended they rarely spoke. It wasn’t until later in their lives that they were able to reconnect. In today’s episode we delve into why they were not able to maintain that connection.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Bob Cousy and Bill Russell won six NBA championships in just seven seasons as teammates. But after their careers ended they rarely spoke. It wasn’t until later in their lives that they were able to reconnect. In today’s episode we delve into why they were not able to maintain that connection.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>891beb05-8707-4243-9224-b2afe36430c0Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -050014:03falsefull261261Episode 260 - The ABA Dunk ContestEpisode 260 - The ABA Dunk ContestThe formal professional dunk contest was the 1976 ABA Dunk Contest. It featured Dr. J, David Thompson, and George "Ice Man" Gervin. It was a great idea, but nobody knew how to run a dunk contest. What were the rules? And should the dunkers plan out their dunks, or just improvise?

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The formal professional dunk contest was the 1976 ABA Dunk Contest. It featured Dr. J, David Thompson, and George "Ice Man" Gervin. It was a great idea, but nobody knew how to run a dunk contest. What were the rules? And should the dunkers plan out their dunks, or just improvise?

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>a8befc83-9cde-48ed-8842-30f59046bf1dTue, 05 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -050014:58falsefull260260Episode 259 - The Medal of Lies: The 1972 OlympicsEpisode 259 - The Medal of Lies: The 1972 OlympicsThe 1972 Olympic Gold Medal Match was between the USA and the USSR. This was more than just a game. This was a battle of political ideologies. Going into the game the USA had never lost an Olympic game. But the Soviets would not be intimidated.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Коробейники" by VladimirGLenin

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The 1972 Olympic Gold Medal Match was between the USA and the USSR. This was more than just a game. This was a battle of political ideologies. Going into the game the USA had never lost an Olympic game. But the Soviets would not be intimidated.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Коробейники" by VladimirGLenin

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>f31045ad-dd56-42ad-b493-aad683df1448Tue, 29 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -050018:37falsefull259259Episode 258 - Jerry West, pt. 3Episode 258 - Jerry West, pt. 3We wrap our story on Jerry West by reviewing his time as an NBA executive. He was arguably a better executive than he was a player, and was already one of the greatest players of all time. As an executive alone he went to the NBA Finals 14 times. That is some true excellence.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50s Noir Jazz" by TaleKeeper Studios

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>We wrap our story on Jerry West by reviewing his time as an NBA executive. He was arguably a better executive than he was a player, and was already one of the greatest players of all time. As an executive alone he went to the NBA Finals 14 times. That is some true excellence.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50s Noir Jazz" by TaleKeeper Studios

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>87fa1aef-d05a-4e3f-b078-d4457c700fdfTue, 22 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -050016:36falsefull258258Episode 257 - Jerry West, pt. 2Episode 257 - Jerry West, pt. 2Jerry West played in the NBA Finals 9 times and won the championship only once. It was a career that frustrated him to the point that he threatened to retire several times

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50s Noir Jazz" by Talekeeper Studios

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Jerry West played in the NBA Finals 9 times and won the championship only once. It was a career that frustrated him to the point that he threatened to retire several times

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50s Noir Jazz" by Talekeeper Studios

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>836f9184-f900-4262-8460-c2f105dfeb20Tue, 15 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -050016:11falsefull257257Episode 256 - Jerry West, pt. 1Episode 256 - Jerry West, pt. 1The life of Jerry West is one of triumph and torment. He is one of the greatest players of all time, but also quite tormented by demons from his childhood. In this first part we take a look at his upbringing.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The life of Jerry West is one of triumph and torment. He is one of the greatest players of all time, but also quite tormented by demons from his childhood. In this first part we take a look at his upbringing.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>90a17b95-456d-4b57-9f33-90200814cd18Tue, 08 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -050013:37falsefull256256Episode 255 - Chuck Daly's Dream TeamEpisode 255 - Chuck Daly's Dream TeamThe job that Chuck Daly did with the Dream Team is nothing short of a masterclass in basketball coaching. How do you take a team full of All-Stars and future Hall of Famers and get them to form a real team with role players and pecking order?

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The job that Chuck Daly did with the Dream Team is nothing short of a masterclass in basketball coaching. How do you take a team full of All-Stars and future Hall of Famers and get them to form a real team with role players and pecking order?

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>742e715f-2d39-4ff6-8812-dcc6d0fbc947Tue, 01 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -050016:19falsefull255255Episode 254 - The NBA's First ScoutEpisode 254 - The NBA's First ScoutIn today’s NBA, the level of scouting is incredible. Every team keeps a complete file on every other NBA player and every significant university and overseas player. But where did all of this scouting come from? It came from the mind of Bill Bertka, the first full time scout in the NBA. He was hired by the Los Angeles Lakers in 1968 and he still works for the Lakers today at the age of 97.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In today’s NBA, the level of scouting is incredible. Every team keeps a complete file on every other NBA player and every significant university and overseas player. But where did all of this scouting come from? It came from the mind of Bill Bertka, the first full time scout in the NBA. He was hired by the Los Angeles Lakers in 1968 and he still works for the Lakers today at the age of 97.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>8b753291-cd1e-4c07-8a75-36510525f5a7Tue, 24 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -050016:44falsefull254254Episode 253 - When Jordan Was Cut From The VarsityEpisode 253 - When Jordan Was Cut From The VarsityMichael Jordan was famously cut from the varsity team when he was in high school. However, we rarely hear the full story. This is the full story of why he was cut and it made a lot of sense.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Michael Jordan was famously cut from the varsity team when he was in high school. However, we rarely hear the full story. This is the full story of why he was cut and it made a lot of sense.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>1c024e48-eb4c-4189-8a96-d157ac9148f9Tue, 17 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -050017:55falsefull253253Episode 252 - The Game's Greatest InnovatorEpisode 252 - The Game's Greatest InnovatorClair Bee is one of the greatest coaches in basketball history. But, he is rarely included in the conversation. He won 82% of his games as a college coach. He also contributed three new ideas that are still used today throughout basketball. And he wrote 24 novels for young readers. He might be the largest contributor to basketball outside of Naismith himself.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Clair Bee is one of the greatest coaches in basketball history. But, he is rarely included in the conversation. He won 82% of his games as a college coach. He also contributed three new ideas that are still used today throughout basketball. And he wrote 24 novels for young readers. He might be the largest contributor to basketball outside of Naismith himself.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>4227dc1b-97a3-41d3-ab37-cc68bb5f2207Tue, 10 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -050017:11falsefull252252Episode 251 - Building a Championship with the 2008 CelticsEpisode 251 - Building a Championship with the 2008 CelticsThe 2008 Boston Celtics were built in one summer and then won the championship. This is the story of the two trades that the Celtics made in the summer of 2007 to bring in Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Broken" by AJ PRO

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The 2008 Boston Celtics were built in one summer and then won the championship. This is the story of the two trades that the Celtics made in the summer of 2007 to bring in Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Broken" by AJ PRO

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>0b2dca51-0238-487f-aadb-ead3bebb0a1dTue, 03 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -050019:37falsefull251251Episode 250 - The Zev Eleff Exclusive: The Greatest Of All Time, pt. 2Episode 250 - The Zev Eleff Exclusive: The Greatest Of All Time, pt. 2Today, Rick finishes his interview with Rabbi Dr. Zev Eleff, president of Gratz College and professor of Jewish-American history, as well as the author of recent title The Greatest of All Time: A History of an American Obsession. Here in the second part of this two-part interview, Rick and Zev dive into the qualities that define greatness for us, and how that impacts who we actually view as being the greatest.

Buy Dr. Eleff's book here!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, Rick finishes his interview with Rabbi Dr. Zev Eleff, president of Gratz College and professor of Jewish-American history, as well as the author of recent title The Greatest of All Time: A History of an American Obsession. Here in the second part of this two-part interview, Rick and Zev dive into the qualities that define greatness for us, and how that impacts who we actually view as being the greatest.

Buy Dr. Eleff's book here!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>7c0b8118-db4a-4f55-9ed5-a2a079c5cacaTue, 27 May 2025 02:00:00 -050025:22falsefull250250Episode 249 - The Zev Eleff Exclusive: The Greatest Of All Time, pt. 1Episode 249 - The Zev Eleff Exclusive: The Greatest Of All Time, pt. 1Today, Rick hosts an interview with Rabbi Dr. Zev Eleff, president of Gratz College and professor of Jewish-American history, as well as the author of recent title The Greatest of All Time: A History of an American Obsession. Here in the first part of this two-part interview, Rick and Zev dive into what qualifies something to be considered the greatest, how that applies to a discussion of basketball players, and the uniqueness this category seems to be to the United States.

Buy Dr. Eleff's book here!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, Rick hosts an interview with Rabbi Dr. Zev Eleff, president of Gratz College and professor of Jewish-American history, as well as the author of recent title The Greatest of All Time: A History of an American Obsession. Here in the first part of this two-part interview, Rick and Zev dive into what qualifies something to be considered the greatest, how that applies to a discussion of basketball players, and the uniqueness this category seems to be to the United States.

Buy Dr. Eleff's book here!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>a90bf851-cab3-4212-8c54-dea0207fd794Tue, 20 May 2025 02:00:00 -050026:41falsefull249249Episode 248 - The Point of Potential & Damon BaileyEpisode 248 - The Point of Potential & Damon BaileyDamon Bailey was probably the most hyped 13-year-old basketball player ever. In rural Indiana people were already predicting that Bailey would dominate the NBA someday. He even made the cover of Sports Illustrated. But he never played a single NBA game. Bailey is one of thousands of players who showed NBA potential, but did not make it.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Damon Bailey was probably the most hyped 13-year-old basketball player ever. In rural Indiana people were already predicting that Bailey would dominate the NBA someday. He even made the cover of Sports Illustrated. But he never played a single NBA game. Bailey is one of thousands of players who showed NBA potential, but did not make it.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>2dd70100-ec82-4360-8201-6802fc79baeeTue, 13 May 2025 02:00:00 -050019:50falsefull248248Episode 247 - From First to WorstEpisode 247 - From First to WorstOnly two players can say that they played for both the best team in NBA history and the worst team in NBA history. Leroy Ellis and John Trapp were those two players. They played for both the 1972 LA Lakers (69-13) and the 1973 Philadelphia 76ers (9-73). This is their story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Only two players can say that they played for both the best team in NBA history and the worst team in NBA history. Leroy Ellis and John Trapp were those two players. They played for both the 1972 LA Lakers (69-13) and the 1973 Philadelphia 76ers (9-73). This is their story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>c138de67-9312-4951-a4f1-64138c93a90eTue, 06 May 2025 02:00:00 -050015:43falsefull247247Episode 246 - The Tragedy of Len BiasEpisode 246 - The Tragedy of Len BiasThe story of Len Bias is a modern tragedy. Coming from the University of Maryland, Bias was a player that had the potential to be another Jordan, or even better than Jordan. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead just 36 hours after being drafted #2 by the Boston Celtics. This is the story of that tragedy.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The story of Len Bias is a modern tragedy. Coming from the University of Maryland, Bias was a player that had the potential to be another Jordan, or even better than Jordan. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead just 36 hours after being drafted #2 by the Boston Celtics. This is the story of that tragedy.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>07086d3f-e94e-490b-914b-3247f07c0026Tue, 29 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -050018:50falsefull246246Episode 245 - The Might MacsEpisode 245 - The Might MacsImmaculata College won the first three women’s national championships in 1972, 1973, and 1974. It was a tiny school with only 500 students and they did it with virtually no budget. They did not even have their own gym. They had to play their home games at a local high school. This is the story of those three championships.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Immaculata College won the first three women’s national championships in 1972, 1973, and 1974. It was a tiny school with only 500 students and they did it with virtually no budget. They did not even have their own gym. They had to play their home games at a local high school. This is the story of those three championships.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>60428732-a9dd-4251-979b-4d21dfa7a1a4Tue, 22 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -050019:50falsefull245245Episode 244 - From Earvin to MagicEpisode 244 - From Earvin to MagicEarvin Johnson was only 15 years old when a local sportswriter started calling him Magic. The name caught on quickly and soon everyone was referring to this young basketball phenom as Magic. This is that story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Earvin Johnson was only 15 years old when a local sportswriter started calling him Magic. The name caught on quickly and soon everyone was referring to this young basketball phenom as Magic. This is that story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>53838a59-50b8-4487-ad76-0bd1b423395cTue, 15 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -050019:02falsefull244244Episode 243 - Sam BowieEpisode 243 - Sam BowieSam Bowie was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers in 1984 while Michael Jordan still available. Bowie then suffered a series of significant leg injuries who severely limited his playing time and overall production. He gets a bad rap for being taken ahead of Jordan, but we take a fresh look at his story and realize it was not such a bad idea, at the time.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Sam Bowie was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers in 1984 while Michael Jordan still available. Bowie then suffered a series of significant leg injuries who severely limited his playing time and overall production. He gets a bad rap for being taken ahead of Jordan, but we take a fresh look at his story and realize it was not such a bad idea, at the time.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>77586775-c82b-4a9a-9799-fce24f3e14c0Tue, 08 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -050020:12falsefull243243Episode 242 - Yao Ming's Unusual Journey to the NBAEpisode 242 - Yao Ming's Unusual Journey to the NBAYao Ming’s journey to the NBA was filled with roadblocks and other problems. We share how Yao overcame legal and political hurdles to reach the Houston Rockets and the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Ancient China by Mostakim Harun" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Yao Ming’s journey to the NBA was filled with roadblocks and other problems. We share how Yao overcame legal and political hurdles to reach the Houston Rockets and the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Ancient China by Mostakim Harun" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>cf9e2f9f-1ca4-4e28-92f2-a8f67e6a6af3Tue, 01 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -050022:33falsefull242242Episode 241 - Dr. J & Pistol PeteEpisode 241 - Dr. J & Pistol PeteThe two most entertaining players of the 1970s were Pistol Pete Maravich and Dr. J. For about a week they were teammates on the Atlanta Hawks. In this episode we cover how this pairing happened and how it quickly fell apart.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The two most entertaining players of the 1970s were Pistol Pete Maravich and Dr. J. For about a week they were teammates on the Atlanta Hawks. In this episode we cover how this pairing happened and how it quickly fell apart.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>bc8024bf-21b0-434e-903a-2aa78084a2a0Tue, 25 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -050015:11falsefull241241Episode 240 - Team Chemistry & The 1989 PistonsEpisode 240 - Team Chemistry & The 1989 PistonsWhen it comes to team chemistry, the 1989 Detroit Pistons epitomized the concept of a complete team. They had the perfect balance of offense, defense, team leadership, and commitment to winning above individual statistics.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>When it comes to team chemistry, the 1989 Detroit Pistons epitomized the concept of a complete team. They had the perfect balance of offense, defense, team leadership, and commitment to winning above individual statistics.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>dbc67ae7-f821-4cd5-a0f5-bf1179ccca09Tue, 18 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -050016:54falsefull240240Episode 239 - The Genetics of the NBAEpisode 239 - The Genetics of the NBAWhat is the perfect body type for an NBA player? You might be thinking really tall, right? Well, that is part of it. In this episode we will look at wing span, long legs, and narrow hips as physical patterns that we see all over the NBA and have a direct impact on performance.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Flashing Lights" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>What is the perfect body type for an NBA player? You might be thinking really tall, right? Well, that is part of it. In this episode we will look at wing span, long legs, and narrow hips as physical patterns that we see all over the NBA and have a direct impact on performance.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Flashing Lights" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>2f948118-ff18-438a-89c8-74f1ddf5e8a7Tue, 11 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -050018:03falsefull239239Episode 238 - The Best NBA Draft ClassesEpisode 238 - The Best NBA Draft ClassesWhy does the NBA have a draft in the first place? And which draft class was the best and worst? We will answer those questions in today’s episode.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Why does the NBA have a draft in the first place? And which draft class was the best and worst? We will answer those questions in today’s episode.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>99ac220f-cf35-4c7a-abe1-0ac9bda24ffeTue, 04 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -050021:02falsefull238238Episode 237 - The Lakers' 18th ChampionshipEpisode 237 - The Lakers' 18th ChampionshipWe share the story of the Lakers' 18th championship, or rather, their first of 18 championships. This is the story of how the Minneapolis Lakers won the 1948 NBL championship before joining the NBA where they won 17 more championships.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>We share the story of the Lakers' 18th championship, or rather, their first of 18 championships. This is the story of how the Minneapolis Lakers won the 1948 NBL championship before joining the NBA where they won 17 more championships.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>8b60ce2d-120d-4a13-b4ae-42f367f892ddTue, 25 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -050018:05falsefull237237Episode 236 - Russell and RedEpisode 236 - Russell and RedOver the course of their time together on the Celtics, Bill Russell and Red Auerbach became incredible friends. The two could not be more different. However they were both incredibly competitive and wanted to win championships. They recognized in each other a partner that could help win games.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Over the course of their time together on the Celtics, Bill Russell and Red Auerbach became incredible friends. The two could not be more different. However they were both incredibly competitive and wanted to win championships. They recognized in each other a partner that could help win games.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>1a7304b9-fd49-48d9-ab74-2fd67a530c93Tue, 18 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -050017:17falsefull236236Episode 235 - Marty Blake: Scout ExtraordinareEpisode 235 - Marty Blake: Scout ExtraordinareMarty Blake is not well known to the casual NBA fan, but he is considered a genius within the professional basketball community. He was the NBA’s first Director of Scouting and advanced the science of scouting a player to heights never known before. His contributions to basketball are immeasurable.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music] by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Marty Blake is not well known to the casual NBA fan, but he is considered a genius within the professional basketball community. He was the NBA’s first Director of Scouting and advanced the science of scouting a player to heights never known before. His contributions to basketball are immeasurable.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music] by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>5cf3f65b-a99b-47cc-9055-1ef94c2782f7Tue, 11 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -050018:53falsefull235235Episode 234 - When Kevin McHale Clobbered Kurt RambisEpisode 234 - When Kevin McHale Clobbered Kurt RambisIn Game 4 of the 1984 NBA Finals, there was one play that turned the entire series around. Kurt Rambis was on his way in for a dunk when Kevin McHale clotheslined him and nearly injured him. This one play changed the series momentum from the Lakers to the Celtics.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In Game 4 of the 1984 NBA Finals, there was one play that turned the entire series around. Kurt Rambis was on his way in for a dunk when Kevin McHale clotheslined him and nearly injured him. This one play changed the series momentum from the Lakers to the Celtics.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>ecef9947-005c-4bde-bbde-f60ce780f0b9Tue, 04 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -050019:42falsefull234234Episode 233 - The Myth of Dr. JEpisode 233 - The Myth of Dr. JJulius Erving, better know as Dr. J, was one of the most entertaining players of all time. He spent his first five seasons of his pro career in the ABA. Unfortunately, there is painfully little video of his time in that league. Stories about his exploits grew into mythical status because there was no video to prove otherwise. Some claimed that he dunked the ball from the 3-point line. The stories began to grow out of control until he joined the NBA and people could see how good he really was. And he was indeed very good.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Julius Erving, better know as Dr. J, was one of the most entertaining players of all time. He spent his first five seasons of his pro career in the ABA. Unfortunately, there is painfully little video of his time in that league. Stories about his exploits grew into mythical status because there was no video to prove otherwise. Some claimed that he dunked the ball from the 3-point line. The stories began to grow out of control until he joined the NBA and people could see how good he really was. And he was indeed very good.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>ba0f92e6-28be-49d1-9074-cbc18d4768e1Tue, 28 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -050018:40falsefull233233Episode 232 - The Spirits of St. Louis: A Lost TeamEpisode 232 - The Spirits of St. Louis: A Lost TeamThe Spirits of St. Louis was one of the wildest teams in the ABA, and that is saying something. They had so much talent, but could not find success on the court. They had players like Marvin Barnes, Moses Malone, Mike D’Antoni, and Fly Williams, and still could not win consistently. This is their story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The Spirits of St. Louis was one of the wildest teams in the ABA, and that is saying something. They had so much talent, but could not find success on the court. They had players like Marvin Barnes, Moses Malone, Mike D’Antoni, and Fly Williams, and still could not win consistently. This is their story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>f8c1cc0c-aef4-4707-9e7d-f7562510c056Tue, 21 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -050019:05falsefull232232Episode 231 - The Lost Teams of the ABA, pt. 7Episode 231 - The Lost Teams of the ABA, pt. 7We bring you the final entry into our series on the lost teams of the ABA: the Houston Mavericks. Eventually, they relocated to become the Carolina Cougars, and finally became the Spirits of St. Louis. They were a wild team at a wild time.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>We bring you the final entry into our series on the lost teams of the ABA: the Houston Mavericks. Eventually, they relocated to become the Carolina Cougars, and finally became the Spirits of St. Louis. They were a wild team at a wild time.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>68d56608-7b43-4039-b037-435703daf65dTue, 14 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -050018:05falsefull231231Episode 230 - The Bob Kuska Exclusive: The Great Basketball War, pt. 2Episode 230 - The Bob Kuska Exclusive: The Great Basketball War, pt. 2Today, we continue and conclude our interview with author, Bob Kuska, on his new book “Balls of Confusion: Pro Basketball Goes To War (1965-1970).”

BUY BOB'S BOOK!

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CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, we continue and conclude our interview with author, Bob Kuska, on his new book “Balls of Confusion: Pro Basketball Goes To War (1965-1970).”

BUY BOB'S BOOK!

Click here for Amazon link!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>4a65fa56-6461-4edf-ad84-0d345342e02eTue, 07 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -050026:19falsefull230230Episode 229 - The Bob Kuska Exclusive: The Great Basketball War, pt. 1Episode 229 - The Bob Kuska Exclusive: The Great Basketball War, pt. 1Today we interview author Bob Kuska to discuss his new book “Balls of Confusion: Pro Basketball Goes To War (1965-1970)” He goes deep into the ABA’s attempt to put pressure on the NBA by rivaling it in talent, hoping for a merger...

BUY BOB'S BOOK!

Click here for Amazon link!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today we interview author Bob Kuska to discuss his new book “Balls of Confusion: Pro Basketball Goes To War (1965-1970)” He goes deep into the ABA’s attempt to put pressure on the NBA by rivaling it in talent, hoping for a merger...

BUY BOB'S BOOK!

Click here for Amazon link!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>09a3f5a1-7687-47c6-91e7-38fa71b1237fTue, 31 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -050038:53falsefull229229Christmas 2024 Special - The First Game REDUX || Ep. 177 Re-AirChristmas 2024 Special - The First Game REDUX || Ep. 177 Re-AirFor this Christmas bonus episode, we're re-airing Episode 177 from January 2, 2024. We had done a redux of our very first episode, telling the story of basketball's first game, and if you missed it then, this is our present to you now! From all of us here at BBH.101, we wish you a very merry Christmas!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>For this Christmas bonus episode, we're re-airing Episode 177 from January 2, 2024. We had done a redux of our very first episode, telling the story of basketball's first game, and if you missed it then, this is our present to you now! From all of us here at BBH.101, we wish you a very merry Christmas!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>18cfb5a2-f0b6-4b82-88b1-8c49b65e490aWed, 25 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -050027:25falsebonusEpisode 228 - The Original NBA High School PlayersEpisode 228 - The Original NBA High School PlayersThe NBA’s two original high school players entered the league in 1975. They were Bill Willoughby and Darryl Dawkins. They each had different levels of success, but neither were all-time greats, and it was because of this that no high school player would attempt the jump until Kevin Garnett in 1995.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The NBA’s two original high school players entered the league in 1975. They were Bill Willoughby and Darryl Dawkins. They each had different levels of success, but neither were all-time greats, and it was because of this that no high school player would attempt the jump until Kevin Garnett in 1995.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>89717255-273a-4d48-a499-f50e821a52e9Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -050018:11falsefull228228Episode 227 - The Game of the CenturyEpisode 227 - The Game of the CenturyWatching nationally televised college basketball is extremely common today. But this was the first regular season game televised nationwide. It was 1968 and it featured #1 UCLA vs. #2 Houston. It also featured two future Hall-of-Famers in Lew Alcindor (later known as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) and Elvin Hayes.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Watching nationally televised college basketball is extremely common today. But this was the first regular season game televised nationwide. It was 1968 and it featured #1 UCLA vs. #2 Houston. It also featured two future Hall-of-Famers in Lew Alcindor (later known as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) and Elvin Hayes.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>b6c49e72-6e66-4b6d-a6c1-025c97d16fd0Tue, 17 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -050020:02falsefull227227Episode 226 - The National Industrial Basketball LeagueEpisode 226 - The National Industrial Basketball LeagueThe National Industrial Basketball League (NIBL) was an alternate to the NBA. They attracted some top talent by paying more than the NBA in some cases. However the player had to be a full time employee of a sponsoring company and then play basketball for free. So, what was this all about?

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The National Industrial Basketball League (NIBL) was an alternate to the NBA. They attracted some top talent by paying more than the NBA in some cases. However the player had to be a full time employee of a sponsoring company and then play basketball for free. So, what was this all about?

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>ed0f1c00-b9b2-4a5d-a588-6b0319e4ed45Tue, 10 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -050018:26falsefull226226Episode 225 - The Lost Teams of the ABA, pt. 6Episode 225 - The Lost Teams of the ABA, pt. 6The San Diego Conquistadors were the final team to join the ABA and only lasted just over 3 full seasons before going out of business. However, they did sign Wilt Chamberlain to be their head coach -- probably the worst decision they ever made.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The San Diego Conquistadors were the final team to join the ABA and only lasted just over 3 full seasons before going out of business. However, they did sign Wilt Chamberlain to be their head coach -- probably the worst decision they ever made.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>a737987d-99f6-4b57-989c-9a136e9fab20Tue, 03 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -050019:40falsefull225225Episode 224 - The Heyday of the College Double-HeaderEpisode 224 - The Heyday of the College Double-HeaderBack in the 1930s Ned Irish would out on college basketball double-headers in Madison Square Garden. These matchups pitted some of the best teams in the country against each other. This led to two outcomes. First, teams with radically different styles of play were scheduled in dream matchups for the fans. Second, it led to Irish making a small fortune that allowed him to be a key figure in the creation of the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Back in the 1930s Ned Irish would out on college basketball double-headers in Madison Square Garden. These matchups pitted some of the best teams in the country against each other. This led to two outcomes. First, teams with radically different styles of play were scheduled in dream matchups for the fans. Second, it led to Irish making a small fortune that allowed him to be a key figure in the creation of the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>59a2652d-017f-41e5-bdcc-3cdf2192178dTue, 26 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -050020:38falsefull224224Episode 223 - Magic Johnson's Greatest GameEpisode 223 - Magic Johnson's Greatest GameMagic Johnson’s greatest performance as an NBA player came in his rookie year, and in the most clutch moments against the Philadelphia 76ers. Not only did he have to fill in for Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, but he scored 40 points in a closing Finals Game and took the Finals MVP trophy for himself.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Magic Johnson’s greatest performance as an NBA player came in his rookie year, and in the most clutch moments against the Philadelphia 76ers. Not only did he have to fill in for Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, but he scored 40 points in a closing Finals Game and took the Finals MVP trophy for himself.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>055e7f65-d4a4-40dd-9619-450bff3427e4Tue, 19 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -050018:37falsefull223223Episode 222 - The Trial of Spencer HaywoodEpisode 222 - The Trial of Spencer HaywoodSpencer Haywood was the first player to try to enter the NBA early. There was a rule at the time that a player could not enter the NBA until he was four years removed from high school, but Haywood was already playing in the ABA and wanted to jump to the NBA. In the end the U.S. Supreme Court had to decide the matter.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Spencer Haywood was the first player to try to enter the NBA early. There was a rule at the time that a player could not enter the NBA until he was four years removed from high school, but Haywood was already playing in the ABA and wanted to jump to the NBA. In the end the U.S. Supreme Court had to decide the matter.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>be1b6f73-1f23-49a3-83f1-f6a9dace4fceTue, 12 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -050017:09falsefull222222Episode 221 - The Lost Teams of the ABA, pt. 5Episode 221 - The Lost Teams of the ABA, pt. 5The Oakland Oaks were able to make a huge splash by signing Rick Barry away from the San Francisco Warriors. The reason they were able to do this was because the guy that ran the Oaks was Barry’s father-in-law. The team would later become the Washington Capitols and then the Virginia Squires where they brought in Dr J. and George Gervin. It was a wild history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The Oakland Oaks were able to make a huge splash by signing Rick Barry away from the San Francisco Warriors. The reason they were able to do this was because the guy that ran the Oaks was Barry’s father-in-law. The team would later become the Washington Capitols and then the Virginia Squires where they brought in Dr J. and George Gervin. It was a wild history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>d7dffe88-ccb5-47f3-bace-4691212080d3Tue, 05 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -050018:47falsefull221221Episode 220 - When Jordan Lost a 1v1Episode 220 - When Jordan Lost a 1v1Michael Jordan once lost a game of 1-on-1 to a 45-year-old business man. And this was in 2003 just after Jordan played his final NBA All-Star Game. It was an incredible game that will live forever.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers Radio

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Michael Jordan once lost a game of 1-on-1 to a 45-year-old business man. And this was in 2003 just after Jordan played his final NBA All-Star Game. It was an incredible game that will live forever.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers Radio

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>200afa9f-c02f-41fb-ae34-0ac05c6a01e7Tue, 29 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -050017:35falsefull220220Episode 219 - Early Professional Micro-LeaguesEpisode 219 - Early Professional Micro-LeaguesThe NBA would be what it is if the early professional leagues had not proved that basketball was entertaining enough to sell tickets. These early leagues were the toddler phase of pro basketball development. Most of these leagues were each based in one city and the play style was closer to pro wrestling.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The NBA would be what it is if the early professional leagues had not proved that basketball was entertaining enough to sell tickets. These early leagues were the toddler phase of pro basketball development. Most of these leagues were each based in one city and the play style was closer to pro wrestling.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>457b8326-36bb-4ca0-af77-4ed9168f67dcTue, 22 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -050016:45falsefull219219Episode 218 - Lew Alcindor: High School PhenomEpisode 218 - Lew Alcindor: High School PhenomLew Alcindor was one of the most hyped high school players of all time. He was nationally famous at the age of 15. If social media and ESPN existed back in his day he would have his highlights all over the place. Even Wilt Chamberlain predicted greatness for Alcindor. Of course, Alcindor is known today at Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, one of the greatest players of all time.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Lew Alcindor was one of the most hyped high school players of all time. He was nationally famous at the age of 15. If social media and ESPN existed back in his day he would have his highlights all over the place. Even Wilt Chamberlain predicted greatness for Alcindor. Of course, Alcindor is known today at Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, one of the greatest players of all time.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>aaac0f68-7f6c-4bd5-8b7d-96ebe791ba1cTue, 15 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -050019:27falsefull218218Episode 217 - The Lost Teams of the ABA, pt. 4Episode 217 - The Lost Teams of the ABA, pt. 4Today, we share the story of the New Orleans Buccaneers, who later moved to Memphis, and then Baltimore. In all they had six different names in just eight seasons of play. But they also had some great players come through the organization like Doug Moe, Larry Brown, and Steve “Snapper” Jones.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, we share the story of the New Orleans Buccaneers, who later moved to Memphis, and then Baltimore. In all they had six different names in just eight seasons of play. But they also had some great players come through the organization like Doug Moe, Larry Brown, and Steve “Snapper” Jones.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>8309c7fa-f9c2-4f6e-9dc0-7317f1157b6bTue, 08 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -050019:48falsefull217217Episode 216 - The Buffalo GermansEpisode 216 - The Buffalo GermansThe Buffalo Germans were the original powerhouse team in basketball history. They started out as 12- and 13-year-old German immigrants from a YMCA in Buffalo, New York. They later won the Olympic Tournament in 1904 as grown men. They were miles ahead of other teams. But things changed as the original players started to retire and were replaced by younger players.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Strips Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The Buffalo Germans were the original powerhouse team in basketball history. They started out as 12- and 13-year-old German immigrants from a YMCA in Buffalo, New York. They later won the Olympic Tournament in 1904 as grown men. They were miles ahead of other teams. But things changed as the original players started to retire and were replaced by younger players.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Strips Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>17044fff-6c1f-4f05-99ef-ed7af9108afdTue, 01 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -050016:21falsefull216216Episode 215 - Utah's Original Fab FiveEpisode 215 - Utah's Original Fab FiveJust about every basketball fan knows about the University of Michigan Fab Five. But nearly 50 years earlier, the University of Utah had their own Fab Five that won the 1944 NCAA Tournament. And Utah was last minute replacement when another school dropped out.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Just about every basketball fan knows about the University of Michigan Fab Five. But nearly 50 years earlier, the University of Utah had their own Fab Five that won the 1944 NCAA Tournament. And Utah was last minute replacement when another school dropped out.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>b4f5c3f8-3042-42d4-8e93-7b9c7eba183aTue, 24 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -050017:27falsefull215215Episode 214 - Dave Stallworth's Heart AttackEpisode 214 - Dave Stallworth's Heart AttackDave Stallworth of the New York Knicks suffered a heart attack during a game against the Warriors in 1967. His doctors forced him to retire immediately. However, after two years of working out and increasing his activity, his cardiologist cleared him to return to the Knicks in 1969. He was the first NBA player to return to his sport after a heart attack.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Dave Stallworth of the New York Knicks suffered a heart attack during a game against the Warriors in 1967. His doctors forced him to retire immediately. However, after two years of working out and increasing his activity, his cardiologist cleared him to return to the Knicks in 1969. He was the first NBA player to return to his sport after a heart attack.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>1cf34596-9204-414e-97ca-3c0fd656ff79Tue, 17 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -050017:15falsefull214214Episode 213 - The Lost Teams of the ABA, pt. 3Episode 213 - The Lost Teams of the ABA, pt. 3Today we share the story of the Pittsburgh Pipers who later became the Pittsburgh Condors. The team only lasted five seasons before going out of business, but they relocated twice, went through 8 head coaches, and 3 name changes. But they will always be the original ABA champions when they featured Connie Hawkins as their leading scorer.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today we share the story of the Pittsburgh Pipers who later became the Pittsburgh Condors. The team only lasted five seasons before going out of business, but they relocated twice, went through 8 head coaches, and 3 name changes. But they will always be the original ABA champions when they featured Connie Hawkins as their leading scorer.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>cb0b96f5-88f0-4f17-9348-a660f01adc7aTue, 10 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -050018:35falsefull213213Episode 212 - Bobby Plump, pt. 2Episode 212 - Bobby Plump, pt. 2Bobby Plump went on to have a full life after winning the 1954 Indiana State Championship. He played in the NIBL, then started a successful company, opened a restaurant, and won a seat to the Indiana State House of Representatives. He came to represent hope for the underdog.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Bobby Plump went on to have a full life after winning the 1954 Indiana State Championship. He played in the NIBL, then started a successful company, opened a restaurant, and won a seat to the Indiana State House of Representatives. He came to represent hope for the underdog.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>03ef5dc0-ff96-421d-834a-3daaf38cb8d2Tue, 03 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -050020:05falsefull212212Episode 211 - Bobby Plump, pt. 1Episode 211 - Bobby Plump, pt. 1Bobby Plump is the real life player that was the basis for the character of Jimmy Chitwood in the movie “Hoosiers.” But his life far more than a single game winning shot. In part one of Plump’s story, we will go through the end of high school and the Milan Miracle.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Bobby Plump is the real life player that was the basis for the character of Jimmy Chitwood in the movie “Hoosiers.” But his life far more than a single game winning shot. In part one of Plump’s story, we will go through the end of high school and the Milan Miracle.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>10eca16d-e915-4c46-93de-a3a57481c835Tue, 27 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -050020:48falsefull211211Episode 210 - The History of the Big ManEpisode 210 - The History of the Big ManWhen basketball was first invented, nobody thought about height being an advantage. Most coaches looked for players who were fast and athletic. It wasn’t until the 1930s that some coaches started looking for height. Today, the NBA has 70 players that are 7-feet tall or taller. We go through the history of how we got from pro players who averaged 5-foot-8 in height to today’s average of 6-foot-7 in the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>When basketball was first invented, nobody thought about height being an advantage. Most coaches looked for players who were fast and athletic. It wasn’t until the 1930s that some coaches started looking for height. Today, the NBA has 70 players that are 7-feet tall or taller. We go through the history of how we got from pro players who averaged 5-foot-8 in height to today’s average of 6-foot-7 in the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>a7373855-8275-4e23-b55e-6500bd97756eTue, 20 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -050018:58falsefull210210Episode 209 - The Lost ABA Teams, pt. 2Episode 209 - The Lost ABA Teams, pt. 2The Minnesota Muskies could not catch a break. After one year they relocated to Florida and became the Miami Floridians. No matter how hard they tried, they could not get people to come watch the games. In the end they only lasted five seasons before closing down.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The Minnesota Muskies could not catch a break. After one year they relocated to Florida and became the Miami Floridians. No matter how hard they tried, they could not get people to come watch the games. In the end they only lasted five seasons before closing down.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>1f424072-6546-48b7-b4a5-0599e90d431aTue, 13 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -050018:01falsefull209209Episode 208 - Selecting the 1960 USA Olympic TeamEpisode 208 - Selecting the 1960 USA Olympic TeamThe 1960 Olympic Basketball Team was selected using a tournament format where four NCAA teams, three adult amateur teams, and a military team competed in hopes of getting their players on the Olympic roster. The AAU was in charge of the selection process, but they saw their power diminish when the college players dominated the AAU players.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The 1960 Olympic Basketball Team was selected using a tournament format where four NCAA teams, three adult amateur teams, and a military team competed in hopes of getting their players on the Olympic roster. The AAU was in charge of the selection process, but they saw their power diminish when the college players dominated the AAU players.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>d338a4c8-47aa-43b3-b19c-548912cbd0dbTue, 06 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -050020:02falsefull208208Episode 207 - Larry Costello: The Last Set ShooterEpisode 207 - Larry Costello: The Last Set ShooterLarry Costello was the last NBA player to employ the two-handed set shot. The one-handed jump shot had taken over basketball in the 1940s, but Costello was still using the old-fashioned shot even in the 1960s. Later during his tenure as the Bucks' coach in the 1970s, he invented the idea of watching game film to study an upcoming opponent, an invaluable practice now. While he may have been an old-school player, he was certainly not an old-school coach, and he was even inducted into the Hall of Fame as a contributor for creating the idea of studying film.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music] by MokkaMusic" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Larry Costello was the last NBA player to employ the two-handed set shot. The one-handed jump shot had taken over basketball in the 1940s, but Costello was still using the old-fashioned shot even in the 1960s. Later during his tenure as the Bucks' coach in the 1970s, he invented the idea of watching game film to study an upcoming opponent, an invaluable practice now. While he may have been an old-school player, he was certainly not an old-school coach, and he was even inducted into the Hall of Fame as a contributor for creating the idea of studying film.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music] by MokkaMusic" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>b0014364-25fc-4bd8-ac84-729b4b3be2aaTue, 30 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -050017:14falsefull207207Episode 206 - Pete Newell's Big Man CampEpisode 206 - Pete Newell's Big Man CampPete Newell was one of the greatest coaches of all time. In the summer of 1976, he took time to help Kermit Washington improve his low post skills. That became the start of his Big Man Camp that he ran for nearly 30 years. Every summer some of the greatest players in the NBA took time to learn from Pete Newell; players like Shaquille O'Neal, Hakeem Olajuwon, Scottie Pippen, Charles Oakley, and Chris Mullin were only some of the players that went through the camp.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>Pete Newell was one of the greatest coaches of all time. In the summer of 1976, he took time to help Kermit Washington improve his low post skills. That became the start of his Big Man Camp that he ran for nearly 30 years. Every summer some of the greatest players in the NBA took time to learn from Pete Newell; players like Shaquille O'Neal, Hakeem Olajuwon, Scottie Pippen, Charles Oakley, and Chris Mullin were only some of the players that went through the camp.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>483cd17f-9899-4a2c-a6b4-24ff1bdae659Tue, 23 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -050019:27falsefull206206Episode 205 - The ABA Lost Teams, pt. 1: The Anaheim AmigosEpisode 205 - The ABA Lost Teams, pt. 1: The Anaheim AmigosThe ABA started in 1967, and one of the original teams was the Anaheim Amigos. They later changed their name to the Los Angeles Stars and then moved to become the Utah Stars. Unfortunately, they did not make it to the merger with the NBA, but we tell their story anyway...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The ABA started in 1967, and one of the original teams was the Anaheim Amigos. They later changed their name to the Los Angeles Stars and then moved to become the Utah Stars. Unfortunately, they did not make it to the merger with the NBA, but we tell their story anyway...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>f59fa072-7a71-4c22-ba07-44fa44d95f22Tue, 16 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -050020:17falsefull205205Episode 204 - Indiana High School BasketballEpisode 204 - Indiana High School BasketballIn Indiana, high school basketball is the most popular sport -- and for good reason. In many rural towns, it is what brings a community together. Fans still talk about the Milan Miracle in 1954 when a rural team upset a big city school for the state championship. So when the state legislature decided to split the state up into four divisions, it was a huge deal to everyone in the state, and a controversy still talked about today.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Summertime" by Joe Alfaraby

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In Indiana, high school basketball is the most popular sport -- and for good reason. In many rural towns, it is what brings a community together. Fans still talk about the Milan Miracle in 1954 when a rural team upset a big city school for the state championship. So when the state legislature decided to split the state up into four divisions, it was a huge deal to everyone in the state, and a controversy still talked about today.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Summertime" by Joe Alfaraby

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>dc63bae5-12e6-4920-97b6-0e7e61edd4f9Tue, 09 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -050018:40falsefull204204Episode 203 - ABA ContractsEpisode 203 - ABA ContractsIn order to compete with the dominant NBA, the old ABA had to get creative with their contracts in order to attract players. To do this, the ABA promised their players massive amounts of money, more than even the NBA could offer. What most players did not understand is that they would not get most of that money until 20 years in the future...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In order to compete with the dominant NBA, the old ABA had to get creative with their contracts in order to attract players. To do this, the ABA promised their players massive amounts of money, more than even the NBA could offer. What most players did not understand is that they would not get most of that money until 20 years in the future...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>9759df8b-5aad-42a8-bd6a-62147a1fdf81Tue, 02 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -050017:08falsefull203203Episode 202 - Old School RefereesEpisode 202 - Old School RefereesNBA refereeing was wild in the early days of the league. Each ref would develop his own styles and tendencies. Some were known to allow fighting, and others were friendly to the away team. There was a lot more flair to the job. Sometimes after games, the referees would even grab a drink with the players and coaches from both teams.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>NBA refereeing was wild in the early days of the league. Each ref would develop his own styles and tendencies. Some were known to allow fighting, and others were friendly to the away team. There was a lot more flair to the job. Sometimes after games, the referees would even grab a drink with the players and coaches from both teams.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>02e6cd42-09a8-4d90-91ec-0e223e9f7818Tue, 25 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -050019:54falsefull202202Episode 201 - The Lost Teams, pt. 5Episode 201 - The Lost Teams, pt. 5Today, we complete our series on the Lost Teams of the NBA. On this episode we cover the Sheboygan Redskins, the Waterloo Hawks, and the original Denver Nuggets.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, we complete our series on the Lost Teams of the NBA. On this episode we cover the Sheboygan Redskins, the Waterloo Hawks, and the original Denver Nuggets.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>f01638d3-85a2-4253-bd70-efe178955c90Tue, 18 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -050021:28falsefull201201Episode 200 - Kobe's 81-Point GameEpisode 200 - Kobe's 81-Point GameFor our 200th regular episode, we are sharing the story of Kobe’s 81-point game against the Toronto Raptors. He was on fire that night, and for some weird reason the Raptors never double-teamed Kobe...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Flashing Lights" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>For our 200th regular episode, we are sharing the story of Kobe’s 81-point game against the Toronto Raptors. He was on fire that night, and for some weird reason the Raptors never double-teamed Kobe...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Flashing Lights" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>045e3369-2866-4be8-b2c5-ad2b9160ad15Tue, 11 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -050017:42falsefull200200Episode 199 - Bill Garrett and the Broken Big Ten BarrierEpisode 199 - Bill Garrett and the Broken Big Ten BarrierBill Garrett is the only person to win an Indiana State High School basketball championship as both a player and a coach. He was also the first black player at Indiana University and the Big 10 Conference. He broke barriers for future players and was one of the best people around.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Bill Garrett is the only person to win an Indiana State High School basketball championship as both a player and a coach. He was also the first black player at Indiana University and the Big 10 Conference. He broke barriers for future players and was one of the best people around.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>8c41254c-54b3-41b6-a38d-ef17630ae28eTue, 04 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -050021:41falsefull199199Episode 198 - The History of the NBLEpisode 198 - The History of the NBLThe old NBL paved the way for the NBA in American professional basketball. The efforts of the older league should never be forgotten. The NBL started in 1937, while the NBA did not start until 1946. Today we take a look back at the history of the NBL. Four of their teams are still alive today on the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The old NBL paved the way for the NBA in American professional basketball. The efforts of the older league should never be forgotten. The NBL started in 1937, while the NBA did not start until 1946. Today we take a look back at the history of the NBL. Four of their teams are still alive today on the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>44d76789-899f-456b-a2bd-4e407aaf6f7cTue, 28 May 2024 02:00:00 -050021:36falsefull198198Episode 197 - The Rivalry of Mikan and KurlandEpisode 197 - The Rivalry of Mikan and KurlandIn the mid 1940s, college basketball was dominated by George Mikan and Bob Kurland. They played at the same time at DePaul University and Oklahoma A&M University, respectively. During their three years they combined for three championships and three national player of the year awards. But once they left college, their careers went in different basketball directions.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In the mid 1940s, college basketball was dominated by George Mikan and Bob Kurland. They played at the same time at DePaul University and Oklahoma A&M University, respectively. During their three years they combined for three championships and three national player of the year awards. But once they left college, their careers went in different basketball directions.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>5a9fd9f5-01b8-4bd4-bfc1-ffbcd90ba521Tue, 21 May 2024 02:00:00 -050018:14falsefull197197Episode 196 - The Lost Teams, pt. 4Episode 196 - The Lost Teams, pt. 4In today's edition of The Lost Teams, we cover the Baltimore Bullets -- who were the 1951 NBA champions -- along with the Indianapolis Olympians and the Anderson Packers. These teams all came to the NBA different ways and all left in different ways. However, all three were able to give the league steady footing that later led to success as a league.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In today's edition of The Lost Teams, we cover the Baltimore Bullets -- who were the 1951 NBA champions -- along with the Indianapolis Olympians and the Anderson Packers. These teams all came to the NBA different ways and all left in different ways. However, all three were able to give the league steady footing that later led to success as a league.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>6193e4c5-aeea-4a12-84b1-3dea5d0d3142Tue, 14 May 2024 02:00:00 -050018:01falsefull196196Episode 195 - Enforcers and the One-Punch RuleEpisode 195 - Enforcers and the One-Punch RuleFrom the start of the NBA until the mid-1990s, there existed a role in professional basketball known as an enforcer. Before technical fouls and flagrant fouls, some teams would try to intentionally injure the opponent's star player since it only counted as a normal foul, so enforcers arose to protect those stars and punish anyone who tried to injure them. Then in the 1970s, the “One Punch” rule was created which allowed a player to make one punch before getting kicked out of the game.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>From the start of the NBA until the mid-1990s, there existed a role in professional basketball known as an enforcer. Before technical fouls and flagrant fouls, some teams would try to intentionally injure the opponent's star player since it only counted as a normal foul, so enforcers arose to protect those stars and punish anyone who tried to injure them. Then in the 1970s, the “One Punch” rule was created which allowed a player to make one punch before getting kicked out of the game.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>a74c143a-f8ae-4301-a575-e28246b18732Tue, 07 May 2024 02:00:00 -050018:04falsefull195195Episode 194 - Dennis JohnsonEpisode 194 - Dennis JohnsonDennis Johnson was one of the most underrated players in the NBA. The man was a 9-time All-Defensive Player, a 5-time All-Star, and a starter on 3 NBA championship teams. What's unique is that he was neither a starter in high school nor recruited to any colleges. He was a classic late bloomer who grew six inches in height after he graduated high school and turned into a well-deserving Hall-of-Famer.

Broadcast clip: https://youtu.be/jwKRVYeYi8Q?si=E46bfqdfckhxU26H


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Dennis Johnson was one of the most underrated players in the NBA. The man was a 9-time All-Defensive Player, a 5-time All-Star, and a starter on 3 NBA championship teams. What's unique is that he was neither a starter in high school nor recruited to any colleges. He was a classic late bloomer who grew six inches in height after he graduated high school and turned into a well-deserving Hall-of-Famer.

Broadcast clip: https://youtu.be/jwKRVYeYi8Q?si=E46bfqdfckhxU26H


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>aaab5a72-c6b0-4c85-b2be-4dfb605024f0Tue, 30 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -050020:03falsefull194194Episode 193 - 5 Basic PrinciplesEpisode 193 - 5 Basic PrinciplesJames Naismith invented the game in 1891. In doing so, he followed 5 basic principles for developing his idea. We go through those five principles today and show that they are still being used today in modern form.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>James Naismith invented the game in 1891. In doing so, he followed 5 basic principles for developing his idea. We go through those five principles today and show that they are still being used today in modern form.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>7b759477-28b4-41ca-bc7f-e747bb0ac65aTue, 23 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -050017:54falsefull193193Episode 192 - Elgin Baylor's RetirementEpisode 192 - Elgin Baylor's RetirementElgin Baylor retired in 1971 due to his diminishing skills. However, the timing could not be worse for Baylor. The day that he retired, the Lakers started their famous 33-game winning streak and went on to win the championship...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Elgin Baylor retired in 1971 due to his diminishing skills. However, the timing could not be worse for Baylor. The day that he retired, the Lakers started their famous 33-game winning streak and went on to win the championship...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>81d91795-09e2-40ce-a769-2850cfe6a3d6Tue, 16 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -050018:44falsefull192192Episode 191 - The Lost Teams, pt. 3Episode 191 - The Lost Teams, pt. 3In today’s episode we cover the Detroit Falcons, Pittsburgh Ironmen, and the Indianapolis Jets. All three teams only lasted a single season in the NBA. They were all dysfunctional and struggled for wins and fans, leading to their eventual demises...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug Maxwell

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>In today’s episode we cover the Detroit Falcons, Pittsburgh Ironmen, and the Indianapolis Jets. All three teams only lasted a single season in the NBA. They were all dysfunctional and struggled for wins and fans, leading to their eventual demises...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug Maxwell

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>1106917a-b523-49c5-b834-344b6bf0751bTue, 09 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -050017:33falsefull191191Episode 190 - Red Auerbach, pt. 3Episode 190 - Red Auerbach, pt. 3Today, we conclude our story on Red Auerbach and his 16 champions, which is more than anyone else in NBA history. From his 8-year championship run on the 1960s to his rebuilding of championship teams in the 1970s and 1980s, we cover the conclusion of his time with the Celtics.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug Maxwell

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>Today, we conclude our story on Red Auerbach and his 16 champions, which is more than anyone else in NBA history. From his 8-year championship run on the 1960s to his rebuilding of championship teams in the 1970s and 1980s, we cover the conclusion of his time with the Celtics.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug Maxwell

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>f68f1fa0-160d-4619-8f24-13e882b7b114Tue, 02 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -050019:23falsefull190190Episode 189 - Red Auerbach, pt. 2Episode 189 - Red Auerbach, pt. 2In Part 2 of our story, we share how Auerbach became the coach of the Boston Celtics. The Celtics had never had a winning season in their history before hiring Auerbach. That changed quickly.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug Maxwell

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>In Part 2 of our story, we share how Auerbach became the coach of the Boston Celtics. The Celtics had never had a winning season in their history before hiring Auerbach. That changed quickly.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug Maxwell

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>7e9296de-8bea-4a96-a499-bac94d49330fTue, 26 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -050019:48falsefull189189Episode 188 - Red Auerbach, pt. 1Episode 188 - Red Auerbach, pt. 1Red Auerbach is arguably the most influential coach in NBA history. He grew up in Brooklyn as the son of Jewish immigrants, and he was obsessed with basketball. It was the only thing that mattered to him. Join as we follow his story from his upbringing to his first job in the NBA with the Washington Capitols.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug Maxwell

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>Red Auerbach is arguably the most influential coach in NBA history. He grew up in Brooklyn as the son of Jewish immigrants, and he was obsessed with basketball. It was the only thing that mattered to him. Join as we follow his story from his upbringing to his first job in the NBA with the Washington Capitols.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug Maxwell

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>42c136a5-0f54-48bb-98f5-21988ca3e83bTue, 19 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -050019:03falsefull188188Episode 187 - The Dean Tolson Exclusive: A Retired Seattle SuperSonic's Message for the WorldEpisode 187 - The Dean Tolson Exclusive: A Retired Seattle SuperSonic's Message for the WorldDean Tolson, former Seattle SuperSonic, has an incredibly powerful story of being illiterate through his professional playing days before going back to earn his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees as an adult. He now speaks to thousands of kids on the value of an education.

Click here to purchase Tolson's book, Power Forward: My Journey from Illiterate NBA Player to a Magna Cum Laude Master's Degree!

Click here to go to Tolson's website!



CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>Dean Tolson, former Seattle SuperSonic, has an incredibly powerful story of being illiterate through his professional playing days before going back to earn his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees as an adult. He now speaks to thousands of kids on the value of an education.

Click here to purchase Tolson's book, Power Forward: My Journey from Illiterate NBA Player to a Magna Cum Laude Master's Degree!

Click here to go to Tolson's website!



CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>12f2ad50-5d16-4024-8092-786d8e8a376cTue, 12 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -050031:29falsefull187187BBH Moments Special - LeBron's 40k PointsBBH Moments Special - LeBron's 40k PointsLeBron James just reached 40,000 regular-season career points. In order to commemorate this living moment in basketball history, Rick discusses the guys that first reached 10k, 20k, and 30k points, as well as what would be required in order for LeBron's record to ever be broken...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Broken" by AJ PRO

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>LeBron James just reached 40,000 regular-season career points. In order to commemorate this living moment in basketball history, Rick discusses the guys that first reached 10k, 20k, and 30k points, as well as what would be required in order for LeBron's record to ever be broken...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Broken" by AJ PRO

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>da9302cb-6f4a-4f41-b539-1dc351d48a87Wed, 06 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -050009:13falsebonusEpisode 186 - Basketball's Sheriffs: The Lawmakers of the GameEpisode 186 - Basketball's Sheriffs: The Lawmakers of the GameIn the early 1900s, basketball was at risk of branching off and developing into very different versions of the game all over the world. If it had not been for the early rules committee, who oversaw the game's development and ensured its safety, the game could have developed into different sports in different parts of the world. Because of their efforts, we have one game which allowed for it to become a global phenomenon.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In the early 1900s, basketball was at risk of branching off and developing into very different versions of the game all over the world. If it had not been for the early rules committee, who oversaw the game's development and ensured its safety, the game could have developed into different sports in different parts of the world. Because of their efforts, we have one game which allowed for it to become a global phenomenon.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>23513e90-e921-4012-aba4-d145f8ecb2dfTue, 05 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -050019:28falsefull186186Episode 185 - Danny Ainge: The Three-Sport PhenomEpisode 185 - Danny Ainge: The Three-Sport PhenomDanny Ainge was an incredible all-around athlete. He was only a 1x All-Star with the Celtics, but in high school he had scholarship offers for basketball, football, and baseball. He was the first high school player to be named an All-American in three different sports. He also played as a 2nd baseman for the Toronto Blue Jays.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Danny Ainge was an incredible all-around athlete. He was only a 1x All-Star with the Celtics, but in high school he had scholarship offers for basketball, football, and baseball. He was the first high school player to be named an All-American in three different sports. He also played as a 2nd baseman for the Toronto Blue Jays.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>65f23eaa-4752-4b10-bd25-9962d6d41ec1Tue, 27 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -050021:15falsefull185185Episode 184 - The Lost NBA Teams, pt. 2Episode 184 - The Lost NBA Teams, pt. 2In today’s episode we cover the Chicago Stags, the St. Louis Bombers, and the Cleveland Rebels. All three teams were original NBA teams that went out of business within the first four years of the league.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug Maxwell

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In today’s episode we cover the Chicago Stags, the St. Louis Bombers, and the Cleveland Rebels. All three teams were original NBA teams that went out of business within the first four years of the league.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"1940's Slow Dance" by Doug Maxwell

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>2e269fab-3fe3-48b7-bb52-9b1fb3321c04Tue, 20 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -050017:58falsefull184184Episode 183 - Jerry West & the 1969 Finals MVPEpisode 183 - Jerry West & the 1969 Finals MVPJerry West won the very first NBA Finals MVP award in 1969 despite having played for the losing team. Even today, over 50 years later, that is the only time that has ever happened...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Jerry West won the very first NBA Finals MVP award in 1969 despite having played for the losing team. Even today, over 50 years later, that is the only time that has ever happened...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Funky Retro Funk [Funk Music]" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>b24881d7-879e-4a9e-b130-ffef77e9e48bTue, 13 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -050018:50falsefull183183Episode 182 - Pete Newell, pt. 2: The World's CoachEpisode 182 - Pete Newell, pt. 2: The World's CoachToday, we conclude our profile on Pete Newell, The man won an NCAA championship and the Olympics, and then later moved into the NBA. He was everywhere in coaching, and truly one of the geniuses of the game.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, we conclude our profile on Pete Newell, The man won an NCAA championship and the Olympics, and then later moved into the NBA. He was everywhere in coaching, and truly one of the geniuses of the game.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>65e2da4b-f315-448b-b8e7-55cebe896714Tue, 06 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -050022:48falsefull182182Episode 181 - Pete Newell, pt. 1: A Coach's CoachEpisode 181 - Pete Newell, pt. 1: A Coach's CoachHall of Fame coach Pete Newell refined and popularized the full court press and weak side defensive help styles of defense in basketball. His ideas are still being used today at all levels of the game. He was one of those basketball geniuses who advanced the game by leaps and bounds. This is his story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Big Band" by SOUND ART

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Hall of Fame coach Pete Newell refined and popularized the full court press and weak side defensive help styles of defense in basketball. His ideas are still being used today at all levels of the game. He was one of those basketball geniuses who advanced the game by leaps and bounds. This is his story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Big Band" by SOUND ART

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>0bdf3b7c-f758-42e0-99cc-cae3b51f7952Tue, 30 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -050019:28falsefull181181Episode 180 - The Lost NBA Teams, pt. 1Episode 180 - The Lost NBA Teams, pt. 1In the history of the NBA, there have been 15 teams who went out of business and had to fold their operations. In this episode, we cover three of those teams and what happened to them: the Washington Capitols, the Providence Steamrollers, and the Toronto Huskies.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Big Band" by SOUND ART

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In the history of the NBA, there have been 15 teams who went out of business and had to fold their operations. In this episode, we cover three of those teams and what happened to them: the Washington Capitols, the Providence Steamrollers, and the Toronto Huskies.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Big Band" by SOUND ART

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>5f2f3660-4319-4f16-92fa-fb9984357172Tue, 23 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -050018:54falsefull180180Episode 179 - The Lakers' Win Streak of DestinyEpisode 179 - The Lakers' Win Streak of DestinyThe 33-Game winning streak by the 1972 Los Angeles Lakers is the longest winning streak in North American team sports history, not just the NBA. This story involved a decades-old rivalry and the mid-season retirement of a legend, but it produced an unbroken record that has stood the test of time.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The 33-Game winning streak by the 1972 Los Angeles Lakers is the longest winning streak in North American team sports history, not just the NBA. This story involved a decades-old rivalry and the mid-season retirement of a legend, but it produced an unbroken record that has stood the test of time.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>52d4ebb0-d159-4fda-a9d6-f8a12d4bafd4Tue, 16 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -050018:14falsefull179179Episode 178 - When the Warriors Sued Rick BarryEpisode 178 - When the Warriors Sued Rick BarryBack in 1967, the San Francisco Warriors sued Rick Barry because he tried to jump to the Oakland Oaks of the ABA. This sent shockwaves through both leagues. What was Barry going to do... stay with the Warriors, or go with the Oaks?

Vote for BBH.101 in the Sports Podcast Awards here!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Back in 1967, the San Francisco Warriors sued Rick Barry because he tried to jump to the Oakland Oaks of the ABA. This sent shockwaves through both leagues. What was Barry going to do... stay with the Warriors, or go with the Oaks?

Vote for BBH.101 in the Sports Podcast Awards here!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>197c7982-578c-4597-bf15-035f3137b368Tue, 09 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -050018:21falsefull178178Episode 177 - The First Game REDUXEpisode 177 - The First Game REDUXToday we go back a revisit our very first episode on the invention of the game and the first game ever played. After trying several ideas, James Naismith had an epiphany that would make his game exciting and a huge hit. In this episode, we go back to December of 1891 for the second time on this show...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today we go back a revisit our very first episode on the invention of the game and the first game ever played. After trying several ideas, James Naismith had an epiphany that would make his game exciting and a huge hit. In this episode, we go back to December of 1891 for the second time on this show...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>4064e894-3d7a-42dd-ade2-672bfc6b7f09Tue, 02 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -050021:13falsefull177177Episode 176 - Elgin Baylor Takes a StandEpisode 176 - Elgin Baylor Takes a StandIt was 1959 and the Minneapolis Lakers were in Charleston, West Virginia to play against the Cincinnati Royals. As the Lakers were checking into their hotel, Elgin Baylor, Boo Ellis, and Ed Fleming were denied rooms because of the color of their skin. Baylor took it personally and chose to sit out the game.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>It was 1959 and the Minneapolis Lakers were in Charleston, West Virginia to play against the Cincinnati Royals. As the Lakers were checking into their hotel, Elgin Baylor, Boo Ellis, and Ed Fleming were denied rooms because of the color of their skin. Baylor took it personally and chose to sit out the game.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>d3b8b675-676d-4ab2-a91c-b7868b064789Tue, 26 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -050019:38falsefull176176Christmas 2023 Special - Wayne Embry's Missing UniformChristmas 2023 Special - Wayne Embry's Missing UniformMerry Christmas! In today's bonus episode, Rick shares the short story of when Wayne Embry showed up for his very first NBA game without his uniform...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Christmas Village" by Aaron Kenny

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Merry Christmas! In today's bonus episode, Rick shares the short story of when Wayne Embry showed up for his very first NBA game without his uniform...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Christmas Village" by Aaron Kenny

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>f663b18e-50d2-4157-8fb7-6da3f2151b59Mon, 25 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -050006:23falsebonusEpisode 175 - The Physiology of BasketballEpisode 175 - The Physiology of BasketballIn the early 1900s, doctors and researchers were asking a very important question: Was basketball too strenuous for anyone but grown men to play? There were some in the medical community of the day that thought that basketball could have long term negative effects on the human body. That’s when Dr. James Naismith, the inventor of the game, stepped in and ran his own experiments...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In the early 1900s, doctors and researchers were asking a very important question: Was basketball too strenuous for anyone but grown men to play? There were some in the medical community of the day that thought that basketball could have long term negative effects on the human body. That’s when Dr. James Naismith, the inventor of the game, stepped in and ran his own experiments...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>44ebe027-76c5-4e4a-8265-2baf12ad5c0aTue, 19 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -050017:30falsefull175175Episode 174 - The Kent Washington Exclusive: An American Behind the Iron CurtainEpisode 174 - The Kent Washington Exclusive: An American Behind the Iron CurtainToday, Rick interviews Kent Washington, the first American to play professional basketball behind the Iron Curtain. He shares his experience as an African-American playing in a communist country. He has an amazing story.

To purchase a copy of Kent Washington’s book, click here:

kentomania:%20A%20Black%20Basketball%20Virtuoso%20in%20Communist%20Poland%20https%3A//a.co/d/1jZKzK0

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, Rick interviews Kent Washington, the first American to play professional basketball behind the Iron Curtain. He shares his experience as an African-American playing in a communist country. He has an amazing story.

To purchase a copy of Kent Washington’s book, click here:

kentomania:%20A%20Black%20Basketball%20Virtuoso%20in%20Communist%20Poland%20https%3A//a.co/d/1jZKzK0

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>d1648c60-4cde-4f82-83d2-0d88e785b75bTue, 12 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -050029:12falsefull174174Episode 173 - Muggsy Bogues, pt. 2Episode 173 - Muggsy Bogues, pt. 2Muggsy Bogues had to prove doubters wrong at every level of basketball, but more so in the NBA than in either high school or university. After a rough start with the Washington Bullets, he found his stride with the expansion Charlotte Hornets, where he excelled as the league's shortest player ever.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Muggsy Bogues had to prove doubters wrong at every level of basketball, but more so in the NBA than in either high school or university. After a rough start with the Washington Bullets, he found his stride with the expansion Charlotte Hornets, where he excelled as the league's shortest player ever.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>6bc1d90c-0e24-4d17-a3a3-ced3a4fc24c0Tue, 05 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -050018:02falsefull173173Episode 172 - Muggsy Bogues, pt. 1Episode 172 - Muggsy Bogues, pt. 1Muggsy Bogues is still the shortest player in NBA history at 5’3”. And despite that, he played for 14 seasons in the NBA because of his athletic gifts in other areas. He was highly relatable to fans due to his short stature, and he had to overcome many obstacles just to be taken seriously by the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Muggsy Bogues is still the shortest player in NBA history at 5’3”. And despite that, he played for 14 seasons in the NBA because of his athletic gifts in other areas. He was highly relatable to fans due to his short stature, and he had to overcome many obstacles just to be taken seriously by the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>dcfb545e-bf8e-468c-a4b7-16ee8624b246Tue, 28 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -050016:04falsefull172172Episode 171 - Larry Bird vs. Dr. JEpisode 171 - Larry Bird vs. Dr. JLarry Bird and Julius Erving had one of the most massive fights in NBA history. It was near the end of the 3rd quarter. Bird had 42 points and Erving only had 6 points. Bird was talking major trash to Erving and that led to a throw-down. Between the players and coaches, there were 11 Hall of Famers participating in this game, and they all got in on the fight...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Larry Bird and Julius Erving had one of the most massive fights in NBA history. It was near the end of the 3rd quarter. Bird had 42 points and Erving only had 6 points. Bird was talking major trash to Erving and that led to a throw-down. Between the players and coaches, there were 11 Hall of Famers participating in this game, and they all got in on the fight...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>221465c1-ce81-4563-b5d7-d737fd374f21Tue, 21 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -050016:33falsefull171171Episode 170 - The NBA LogoEpisode 170 - The NBA LogoThe current NBA logo is the 5th version of the logo, not counting special anniversary logos. The silhouette used is of Jerry West. But is it time to use a new player, perhaps Michael Jordan? Or should tradition win out?

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizon" by Roa

 

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]]>The current NBA logo is the 5th version of the logo, not counting special anniversary logos. The silhouette used is of Jerry West. But is it time to use a new player, perhaps Michael Jordan? Or should tradition win out?

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizon" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>6df99790-d3cd-4110-984f-b09353a612c3Tue, 14 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -050014:26falsefull170170Episode 169 - Jerry Lucas, pt. 2Episode 169 - Jerry Lucas, pt. 2Today, we conclude our story on Jerry Lucas. He played six All-Star seasons in Cincinnati before Bob Cousy traded him away to San Francisco. Eventually, he landed on a loaded Knicks team and won the 1973 NBA championship. But that was just the beginning. He then went into a career writing books and creating products to help people with their memory and education. He was a prolific writer who authored over 70 books.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, we conclude our story on Jerry Lucas. He played six All-Star seasons in Cincinnati before Bob Cousy traded him away to San Francisco. Eventually, he landed on a loaded Knicks team and won the 1973 NBA championship. But that was just the beginning. He then went into a career writing books and creating products to help people with their memory and education. He was a prolific writer who authored over 70 books.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>7989d217-e8de-425d-bc82-0897001679fcTue, 07 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -050017:14falsefull169169Episode 168 - Jerry Lucas, pt. 1Episode 168 - Jerry Lucas, pt. 1Jerry Lucas is one of the greatest forwards of all time, but he hardly ever gets mentioned today. This our chance to shine our spotlight on the life and career of this Hall of Famer and member of the NBA’s 75th anniversary team.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Jerry Lucas is one of the greatest forwards of all time, but he hardly ever gets mentioned today. This our chance to shine our spotlight on the life and career of this Hall of Famer and member of the NBA’s 75th anniversary team.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>c904463a-f2b4-4d61-9318-20288e4e3348Tue, 31 Oct 2023 02:00:00 -050016:53falsefull168168NBA Season Special - Ursa MajorNBA Season Special - Ursa MajorIn this bonus episode of BBH.101, Rick shares the story of Wilt Chamberlain’s custom-built home in Bel Air, Los Angeles. It was built with a 7-footer in mind, and it possessed an unusual name...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In this bonus episode of BBH.101, Rick shares the story of Wilt Chamberlain’s custom-built home in Bel Air, Los Angeles. It was built with a 7-footer in mind, and it possessed an unusual name...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>66638116-95cb-4f78-bfa9-618970ae2680Tue, 24 Oct 2023 02:15:00 -050006:19falsebonusEpisode 167 - Larry FleisherEpisode 167 - Larry FleisherLarry Fleisher was never a player or coach, but is still a member of the Hall of Fame. He served as the legal counsel to the NBA Players Association and helped with the legal structure in forming the union in the first place. He also represented the players when they sued the NBA for free agency and in the merger between the NBA and the ABA. He negotiated the creation of the team salary cap, and his impact on the finances of the NBA and its players cannot be overstated. He is a huge part of why the NBA is the premier basketball league in the world.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Larry Fleisher was never a player or coach, but is still a member of the Hall of Fame. He served as the legal counsel to the NBA Players Association and helped with the legal structure in forming the union in the first place. He also represented the players when they sued the NBA for free agency and in the merger between the NBA and the ABA. He negotiated the creation of the team salary cap, and his impact on the finances of the NBA and its players cannot be overstated. He is a huge part of why the NBA is the premier basketball league in the world.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s and 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>b515cc73-d816-4725-bc9b-ad1700e57d01Tue, 24 Oct 2023 02:00:00 -050018:23falsefull167167Episode 166 - As Easy as ABCDEpisode 166 - As Easy as ABCDThe ABCD Camp was the brainchild of Sonny Vaccaro, the same guy who helped create the Air Jordan basketball shoe. This camp brought together the 100 top high school basketball players in the country to play against each other every year to see who really were the greatest.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The ABCD Camp was the brainchild of Sonny Vaccaro, the same guy who helped create the Air Jordan basketball shoe. This camp brought together the 100 top high school basketball players in the country to play against each other every year to see who really were the greatest.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>036603f2-87f3-432b-b2fe-d004b8bc518fTue, 17 Oct 2023 02:00:00 -050018:13falsefull166166Episode 165 - The Three-Time Hall of FamerEpisode 165 - The Three-Time Hall of FamerOnly 3% of NBA players end up in the Naismith Hall of Fame even once, and Lenny Wilkens made it in three separate categories. That is incredibly rare. Today we cover his story and go through his various contributions to the NBA that garnered Hall of Fame accolades.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Only 3% of NBA players end up in the Naismith Hall of Fame even once, and Lenny Wilkens made it in three separate categories. That is incredibly rare. Today we cover his story and go through his various contributions to the NBA that garnered Hall of Fame accolades.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>7974c679-20a3-4ba0-985e-eb1f34e83cabTue, 03 Oct 2023 02:00:00 -050019:09falsefull165165Episode 164 - "Paging Dolph Schayes to Carousel 3"Episode 164 - "Paging Dolph Schayes to Carousel 3"The 1980s Boston Celtics we’re close-knit group. They loved to play jokes on each other. Cedric Maxwell would often refer to Danny Ainge as Dolph Schayes whenever Ainge had a bad game. But one day, that joke came back to bite them...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"80's Synthwave" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The 1980s Boston Celtics we’re close-knit group. They loved to play jokes on each other. Cedric Maxwell would often refer to Danny Ainge as Dolph Schayes whenever Ainge had a bad game. But one day, that joke came back to bite them...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"80's Synthwave" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>a73536ba-353a-412e-8574-b42664d0b1caTue, 26 Sep 2023 02:00:00 -050013:18falsefull164164Episode 163 - Oscar Robertson, pt. 3Episode 163 - Oscar Robertson, pt. 3 In our conclusion to our profile on Oscar Robertson we cover his NBA career, the creation of the Players’s Union, and his first championship.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Running" by Jens East

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]> In our conclusion to our profile on Oscar Robertson we cover his NBA career, the creation of the Players’s Union, and his first championship.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Running" by Jens East

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>0cc45bae-ae0b-4386-887a-f8efb8de4505Tue, 19 Sep 2023 02:00:00 -050020:44falsefull163163Episode 162 - Oscar Robertson, pt. 2Episode 162 - Oscar Robertson, pt. 2In Part 2 of the story of Oscar Robertson we cover Oscar’s college career at the University of Cincinnati. He took the team to the NCAA twice. He was also asked to participate with the national team in 1959 and again in 1960.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In Part 2 of the story of Oscar Robertson we cover Oscar’s college career at the University of Cincinnati. He took the team to the NCAA twice. He was also asked to participate with the national team in 1959 and again in 1960.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>e3e3f34f-5dfe-4e3a-a15a-b72d2f803b0cTue, 12 Sep 2023 02:00:00 -050019:41falsefull162162Episode 161 - Oscar Robertson, pt. 1Episode 161 - Oscar Robertson, pt. 1Many consider Oscar Robertson to be the best all-around player in history. He would score, rebound, dish out assists, play defense, and was the floor general for his teams. The man had no weakness in his game. On Part 1 of his story, we cover his earliest days through the end of high school.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Many consider Oscar Robertson to be the best all-around player in history. He would score, rebound, dish out assists, play defense, and was the floor general for his teams. The man had no weakness in his game. On Part 1 of his story, we cover his earliest days through the end of high school.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>372e4bed-5fa4-41c0-87d7-5635ce3d80b7Tue, 05 Sep 2023 02:00:00 -050022:08falsefull161161Episode 160 - No Such Thing as a Hot HandEpisode 160 - No Such Thing as a Hot HandA landmark research study in the 1980s revealed that there is no such thing as a hot hand in basketball. They demonstrated several different way that a player shoots at virtually his same shooting percentage whether he made his previous shot or missed his previous shot. We couldn’t believe it either, until we read the paper and followed the math...

Link to research paper

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>A landmark research study in the 1980s revealed that there is no such thing as a hot hand in basketball. They demonstrated several different way that a player shoots at virtually his same shooting percentage whether he made his previous shot or missed his previous shot. We couldn’t believe it either, until we read the paper and followed the math...

Link to research paper

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>27c688d5-b211-4d0b-9bbb-cf0852c7678dTue, 29 Aug 2023 02:00:00 -050020:52falsefull160160Episode 159 - Ossie Schectman and the NBA's First PointsEpisode 159 - Ossie Schectman and the NBA's First PointsThe NBA started out by a different name: the Basketball Association of America, or BAA. The very first game was between the Toronto Huskies and the New York Knicks. Ossie Schectman scored the very first basket of the game for the Knicks. This is his story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Swing Has Swung" by Shane Ivers

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The NBA started out by a different name: the Basketball Association of America, or BAA. The very first game was between the Toronto Huskies and the New York Knicks. Ossie Schectman scored the very first basket of the game for the Knicks. This is his story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Swing Has Swung" by Shane Ivers

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>d7ba1aac-ca49-4dd8-be97-0bf8ac8155ebTue, 22 Aug 2023 02:00:00 -050013:31falsefull159159Episode 158 - The Dapper Dan Roundball ClassicEpisode 158 - The Dapper Dan Roundball ClassicThe Dapper Dan Roundball Classic was the first national level high school basketball All-Star game. It was started in 1965 by Sonny Vaccaro, the same guy that invented the idea for the Air Jordan in 1984. The Dapper Dan game was a huge success by bringing together some of the best high school basketball players together into one single matchup.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The Dapper Dan Roundball Classic was the first national level high school basketball All-Star game. It was started in 1965 by Sonny Vaccaro, the same guy that invented the idea for the Air Jordan in 1984. The Dapper Dan game was a huge success by bringing together some of the best high school basketball players together into one single matchup.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>8204cc51-ef00-49fe-9d35-e60886e32e27Tue, 15 Aug 2023 02:00:00 -050019:18falsefull158158Episode 157 - The Drafting of Dirk NowitzkiEpisode 157 - The Drafting of Dirk NowitzkiToday, everyone knows Dirk Nowitzki as one of the greatest players in NBA history. He scored more points than Wilt Chamberlain and will soon be inducted into the Hall of Fame. But back in the spring of 1998, Dirk’s talent was not so obvious. He was a 19-year-old wunderkind who was dominating the 2nd division of Germany’s pro league. Was he really ready for the NBA? The Mavericks and the Celtics both thought so. Each team wanted him, but Dallas was able to maneuver themselves into the perfect position to get him.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Panzerlied" by Oberleutnant Kurt Wiehle

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, everyone knows Dirk Nowitzki as one of the greatest players in NBA history. He scored more points than Wilt Chamberlain and will soon be inducted into the Hall of Fame. But back in the spring of 1998, Dirk’s talent was not so obvious. He was a 19-year-old wunderkind who was dominating the 2nd division of Germany’s pro league. Was he really ready for the NBA? The Mavericks and the Celtics both thought so. Each team wanted him, but Dallas was able to maneuver themselves into the perfect position to get him.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Panzerlied" by Oberleutnant Kurt Wiehle

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>752d4cd4-c38a-477c-a488-be78c1db29e5Tue, 08 Aug 2023 02:00:00 -050018:10falsefull157157Episode 156 - Coach Bob Knight, pt. 3Episode 156 - Coach Bob Knight, pt. 3Today, we conclude our 3-part story on Coach Bob Knight. We review several of his most controversial incidents, including the one that eventually got him fired from Indiana University. He was a man who could not get out of his own way.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, we conclude our 3-part story on Coach Bob Knight. We review several of his most controversial incidents, including the one that eventually got him fired from Indiana University. He was a man who could not get out of his own way.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>537693ae-8670-4071-8847-c24db0884d04Tue, 01 Aug 2023 02:00:00 -050024:25falsefull156156Episode 155 - Bob Knight, pt. 2Episode 155 - Bob Knight, pt. 2In part 2 of this profile on Coach Bob Knight, Rick covers his first two National Championships and a few of his controversial incidents. The man had no problem berating people, and he often got himself in trouble.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In part 2 of this profile on Coach Bob Knight, Rick covers his first two National Championships and a few of his controversial incidents. The man had no problem berating people, and he often got himself in trouble.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>b75a928a-0f79-4e3e-ba9d-f352132876b4Tue, 25 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -050019:36falsefull155155Episode 154 - Bob Knight, pt. 1Episode 154 - Bob Knight, pt. 1In this first part of the Bob Knight story, we cover his early days from childhood through his time coaching at West Point Military Academy. He is an absolute conundrum who said detestable things. He is also a man who tirelessly raised money for a former player who was paralyzed in a car accident. So who was he, really? That's what Rick hopes to unpack in these Bob Knight episodes.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In this first part of the Bob Knight story, we cover his early days from childhood through his time coaching at West Point Military Academy. He is an absolute conundrum who said detestable things. He is also a man who tirelessly raised money for a former player who was paralyzed in a car accident. So who was he, really? That's what Rick hopes to unpack in these Bob Knight episodes.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>e4c62634-32bf-4edb-91c7-a72cc8abe0a8Tue, 18 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -050019:00falsefull154154Episode 153 - George Marcus, Teenage ImposterEpisode 153 - George Marcus, Teenage ImposterIn the early 1950s, there was a player named George Marcus who was averaging 50 points per game in a lower-level professional basketball league. He even won the league's MVP trophy. There were just three problems: He was only 16 years old, he was still in high school, and his name was not actually George Marcus. His real name was Wilt Chamberlain.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In the early 1950s, there was a player named George Marcus who was averaging 50 points per game in a lower-level professional basketball league. He even won the league's MVP trophy. There were just three problems: He was only 16 years old, he was still in high school, and his name was not actually George Marcus. His real name was Wilt Chamberlain.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>a1d9f71c-15b1-4ebd-a3e9-4ab143302ba5Tue, 11 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -050014:30falsefull153153Episode 152 - Al SpaldingEpisode 152 - Al SpaldingAl Spalding was a professional baseball player, but his impact on basketball was tremendous. He was the founder of the Spalding Sporting Goods Company, and he invented the ball used for the game of basketball. His invention in 1894 gave this new game legitimacy and helped spread it across the world.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Souza

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Al Spalding was a professional baseball player, but his impact on basketball was tremendous. He was the founder of the Spalding Sporting Goods Company, and he invented the ball used for the game of basketball. His invention in 1894 gave this new game legitimacy and helped spread it across the world.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Souza

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>620a0c2e-3a27-4b4d-b06e-e433b83bd319Tue, 04 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -050017:40falsefull152152Episode 151 - When Michael Jordan Forgot His SneakersEpisode 151 - When Michael Jordan Forgot His SneakersPanic ensued in the locker room. Team USA was about to take the court for the Gold Medal Game of the 1984 Olympics, and Michael Jordan had just realized he had left his shoes at the hotel. It would take hours for anybody to drive through Los Angles traffic to retrieve his shoes, especially with a million extra people in town for the games... or would it?

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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]]>Panic ensued in the locker room. Team USA was about to take the court for the Gold Medal Game of the 1984 Olympics, and Michael Jordan had just realized he had left his shoes at the hotel. It would take hours for anybody to drive through Los Angles traffic to retrieve his shoes, especially with a million extra people in town for the games... or would it?

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>ac697534-03a5-4f2d-bc71-c82bfd813424Tue, 27 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -050014:38falsefull151151Episode 150 - Nat "Sweetwater" CliftonEpisode 150 - Nat "Sweetwater" CliftonNat Clifton was the first black player to sign an NBA contract in league history. He was a 28-year-old rookie, but he had already played five years of basketball with the Harlem Globetrotters and the New York Rens. This is the story of how he made history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Nat Clifton was the first black player to sign an NBA contract in league history. He was a 28-year-old rookie, but he had already played five years of basketball with the Harlem Globetrotters and the New York Rens. This is the story of how he made history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>c488f6b9-74a9-47b7-b95a-276cef7695c9Tue, 20 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -050021:19falsefull150150Episode 149 - Spud Webb: Dunk ChampionEpisode 149 - Spud Webb: Dunk ChampionNobody expected to see Spud Webb's name in the 1986 NBA Dunk Contest. He was only 5'6, the shortest player in NBA history at the time. But in the span of about 40 minutes, he became the most popular player in the league.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"80's Synthwave" by MokkaMusic & Synthetic Pleasures

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Nobody expected to see Spud Webb's name in the 1986 NBA Dunk Contest. He was only 5'6, the shortest player in NBA history at the time. But in the span of about 40 minutes, he became the most popular player in the league.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"80's Synthwave" by MokkaMusic & Synthetic Pleasures

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>bc54382a-3390-4cd8-ab48-815b5691e69fTue, 13 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -050019:33falsefull149149Episode 148 - Larry Bird Was a Hoosier?Episode 148 - Larry Bird Was a Hoosier?Most Larry Bird fans know that he played his college basketball at Indiana State University -- but few know that actually spent a few weeks at Indiana University under Coach Bob Knight. This is the story of how he ended up playing as a Hoosier, and why he left it behind.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Country Instrumental Music" by Joe Alfaraby

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Most Larry Bird fans know that he played his college basketball at Indiana State University -- but few know that actually spent a few weeks at Indiana University under Coach Bob Knight. This is the story of how he ended up playing as a Hoosier, and why he left it behind.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Country Instrumental Music" by Joe Alfaraby

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>ce0f3fbb-ac3c-4032-af2d-8c6089566323Tue, 06 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -050018:18falsefull148148Episode 147 - When Heinsohn Beat RussellEpisode 147 - When Heinsohn Beat RussellIn 1957, Bill Russell and Tommy Heinsohn were rookies together on the Boston Celtics. They were both excellent players, but it was obvious to everyone that Russell was the best rookie in the league. However, Heinsohn won the Rookie of the Year award, along with a check for $300. So, how did this happen? We answer that question in today’s episode.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In 1957, Bill Russell and Tommy Heinsohn were rookies together on the Boston Celtics. They were both excellent players, but it was obvious to everyone that Russell was the best rookie in the league. However, Heinsohn won the Rookie of the Year award, along with a check for $300. So, how did this happen? We answer that question in today’s episode.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>750de125-3359-4308-8ae8-c262d9aef9acTue, 30 May 2023 02:00:00 -050016:47falsefull147147Episode 146 - Red Holzman: New York's Favorite CoachEpisode 146 - Red Holzman: New York's Favorite CoachDespite the fact that the New York Knicks have existed for all 77 seasons of the NBA, Red Holzman is their only coach to win a championship -- and he claimed two, one in 1970 and the other in 1973. He was a fierce point guard for the Rochester Royals in the early days of the league, before becoming one of the NBA’s greatest coaches.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Despite the fact that the New York Knicks have existed for all 77 seasons of the NBA, Red Holzman is their only coach to win a championship -- and he claimed two, one in 1970 and the other in 1973. He was a fierce point guard for the Rochester Royals in the early days of the league, before becoming one of the NBA’s greatest coaches.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>3352018f-b15c-447f-8678-2efc553bcfe4Tue, 23 May 2023 02:00:00 -050017:50falsefull146146Episode 145 - Billy CunninghamEpisode 145 - Billy CunninghamBilly Cunningham is on the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team, yet he is rarely talked about as one of the great players in league history. His leaping ability earned him his nickname, The Kangaroo Kid. A rebounding machine, he once averaged 13 rebounds per game while playing alongside Wilt Chamberlain. Here is his story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Billy Cunningham is on the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team, yet he is rarely talked about as one of the great players in league history. His leaping ability earned him his nickname, The Kangaroo Kid. A rebounding machine, he once averaged 13 rebounds per game while playing alongside Wilt Chamberlain. Here is his story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>d8c03458-8d3c-40d4-b73a-fa9e76c64e3dTue, 16 May 2023 02:00:00 -050017:33falsefull145145Episode 144 - The Rivalry of Russell and ChamberlainEpisode 144 - The Rivalry of Russell and ChamberlainWilt Chamberlain was the NBA’s unstoppable force and Bill Russell was the immovable object. Something had to give when they played each other. In all, they played 143 games against each other. This is the story of their 10-year rivalry in the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Wilt Chamberlain was the NBA’s unstoppable force and Bill Russell was the immovable object. Something had to give when they played each other. In all, they played 143 games against each other. This is the story of their 10-year rivalry in the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>3681ee73-6982-402a-a213-0d66ab9c1110Tue, 09 May 2023 02:00:00 -050021:26falsefull144144Episode 143 - The Greatest College Player: Tom GolaEpisode 143 - The Greatest College Player: Tom GolaAt one time Tom Gola was considered the greatest college player of all time. Not only is he the all-time NCAA leader in rebounds, but he also led LaSalle University to both NIT and NCAA championships -- winning MVP in both tournaments! Even 70 years since his graduation, he is still the only player to have accomplished this.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>At one time Tom Gola was considered the greatest college player of all time. Not only is he the all-time NCAA leader in rebounds, but he also led LaSalle University to both NIT and NCAA championships -- winning MVP in both tournaments! Even 70 years since his graduation, he is still the only player to have accomplished this.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>35e44bfe-a186-4162-83f5-983a6d804103Tue, 02 May 2023 02:00:00 -050015:55falsefull143143Episode 142 - The Dave Zarum ExclusiveEpisode 142 - The Dave Zarum ExclusiveToday, Rick interviews Dave Zarum, author of the basketball history book NBA 75: The Definitive History. He is a Toronto-based sports journalist specializing in the Toronto Raptors and the wider NBA, including the history of the league. Dave and Rick walk through a variety of impactful moments from the history of the NBA, sharing in their love of basketball history.

Buy Dave's book here!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, Rick interviews Dave Zarum, author of the basketball history book NBA 75: The Definitive History. He is a Toronto-based sports journalist specializing in the Toronto Raptors and the wider NBA, including the history of the league. Dave and Rick walk through a variety of impactful moments from the history of the NBA, sharing in their love of basketball history.

Buy Dave's book here!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>32be93a0-7e57-48c6-a408-7396cd93f40fTue, 25 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -050028:07falsefull142142Episode 141 - The NITEpisode 141 - The NITAlthough it has since been taken over in size by the NCAA, the National Invitational Tournament was once the most prestigious collegiate basketball tournament in the nation. Created by the lack of a national championship, Ned Irish founded the NIT as a way of bringing some of the best teams in the nation to play against one another to determine a final victor. Today, the NIT has lost some of its former glory, but it is still held every March alongside the NCAA tournament with millions of viewers tuning in!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Although it has since been taken over in size by the NCAA, the National Invitational Tournament was once the most prestigious collegiate basketball tournament in the nation. Created by the lack of a national championship, Ned Irish founded the NIT as a way of bringing some of the best teams in the nation to play against one another to determine a final victor. Today, the NIT has lost some of its former glory, but it is still held every March alongside the NCAA tournament with millions of viewers tuning in!

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>989a9746-cfbb-44c4-ad83-1d33e34225aaTue, 18 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -050017:53falsefull141141Episode 140 - The Journey of Paul MokeskiEpisode 140 - The Journey of Paul MokeskiIn all ways, Paul Mokeski did not look the part of an NBA player. His body shape and appearance gave him the image more of an accountant than a professional athlete. All ways, that is, except for one: Mokeski was 7 feet tall. A rare trait in the 1980s, he stayed in the league for 12 seasons and averaged 4 points per game for his career. He was the quintessential journeyman, a representation all of those players who spent a decade or more in the NBA as a role player: showing up every day, putting in the work, pouring blood, sweat, and tears into their craft -- and never seeing major public recognition. Today, we shine a spotlight on those players.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In all ways, Paul Mokeski did not look the part of an NBA player. His body shape and appearance gave him the image more of an accountant than a professional athlete. All ways, that is, except for one: Mokeski was 7 feet tall. A rare trait in the 1980s, he stayed in the league for 12 seasons and averaged 4 points per game for his career. He was the quintessential journeyman, a representation all of those players who spent a decade or more in the NBA as a role player: showing up every day, putting in the work, pouring blood, sweat, and tears into their craft -- and never seeing major public recognition. Today, we shine a spotlight on those players.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>b1df1ef5-e57b-457b-91eb-6e7fb16dbc6bTue, 11 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -050016:33falsefull140140Episode 139 - The Air JordanEpisode 139 - The Air JordanSonny Vaccaro changed the advertisement game forever when he paid college teams to wear Nike shoes, inventing the idea of endorsements in basketball, and for the upstart company's next big play, the bosses wanted to sign 20 NBA players to contracts for generic Nike shoes like Converse had done. Vaccaro, however, had an idea. A young player named Michael Jordan was just entering the league, and while he was good in college, that was no certain guarantee of his future stardom in the pros. But against all odds, Vaccaro convinced Nike to go all in on Jordan and create a signature, eponymous shoe for him. Barely earning his green light, Vaccaro set to work to promote the single most famous shoe in all of history -- betting his career, hopes, and dreams on a single kid who was fresh out of college and a pair of shoes called the Air Jordans.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Sonny Vaccaro changed the advertisement game forever when he paid college teams to wear Nike shoes, inventing the idea of endorsements in basketball, and for the upstart company's next big play, the bosses wanted to sign 20 NBA players to contracts for generic Nike shoes like Converse had done. Vaccaro, however, had an idea. A young player named Michael Jordan was just entering the league, and while he was good in college, that was no certain guarantee of his future stardom in the pros. But against all odds, Vaccaro convinced Nike to go all in on Jordan and create a signature, eponymous shoe for him. Barely earning his green light, Vaccaro set to work to promote the single most famous shoe in all of history -- betting his career, hopes, and dreams on a single kid who was fresh out of college and a pair of shoes called the Air Jordans.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>ef72ace2-6386-456e-9e8a-aa40dc58b384Tue, 04 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -050025:38falsefull139139Episode 138 - The Dana Auguster Exclusive: A Historically Speaking Chat Regarding Bob CousyEpisode 138 - The Dana Auguster Exclusive: A Historically Speaking Chat Regarding Bob CousyRecently, we here at BBH.101 did a two-part episode on the great Bob Cousy, the role model for the modern point guard. Today, Rick sat down with Dana Auguster, the founder and host of Historically Speaking Sports, another podcast on the Sports History Network. Dana is a die-hard Celtics fan, and he and Rick had a conversation about the legendary Bostonian player who changed the game of basketball forever.

Historically Speaking Sports covers topics from sports history that happened within the current week of years long past. A former sportswriter and broadcaster, Dana Auguster rewinds time to uncover and highlight some of the greatest moments in sports history. Historically Speaking Sports can be streamed from all major podcast platforms, or you can visit Dana's Twitter @HistoricallySp2.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Recently, we here at BBH.101 did a two-part episode on the great Bob Cousy, the role model for the modern point guard. Today, Rick sat down with Dana Auguster, the founder and host of Historically Speaking Sports, another podcast on the Sports History Network. Dana is a die-hard Celtics fan, and he and Rick had a conversation about the legendary Bostonian player who changed the game of basketball forever.

Historically Speaking Sports covers topics from sports history that happened within the current week of years long past. A former sportswriter and broadcaster, Dana Auguster rewinds time to uncover and highlight some of the greatest moments in sports history. Historically Speaking Sports can be streamed from all major podcast platforms, or you can visit Dana's Twitter @HistoricallySp2.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>70d67fbb-e7d7-4197-820b-1fc3d2047b47Tue, 28 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -050026:40falsefull138138Episode 137 - The Recruitment of Wilt ChamberlainEpisode 137 - The Recruitment of Wilt ChamberlainBack in 1955, college coaches were tripping over each other to land the most prized high school player of the day -- Wilt Chamberlain. Schools offered him money, jobs, houses, cars, and anything else he wanted. Even NBA teams were getting involved and trying to guide Chamberlain to a school in the same city as their team because of the territorial pick. It was like a circus to recruit Chamberlain, but in the end, he shocked everyone with his final choice...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Back in 1955, college coaches were tripping over each other to land the most prized high school player of the day -- Wilt Chamberlain. Schools offered him money, jobs, houses, cars, and anything else he wanted. Even NBA teams were getting involved and trying to guide Chamberlain to a school in the same city as their team because of the territorial pick. It was like a circus to recruit Chamberlain, but in the end, he shocked everyone with his final choice...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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"50's Music" by Dar Golan

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]]>93b1ef16-575b-47ef-9ade-b3e4a43b937fTue, 21 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -050019:53falsefull137137Episode 136 - The Underdog: Bob Cousy, pt. 2Episode 136 - The Underdog: Bob Cousy, pt. 2Today, we conclude our two-part story on Bob Cousy and his struggles to prove himself at the NBA level. By the time he retired, he was a 13-time All-Star, 8-time Assist Champion, the 1957 MVP, and is now a Hall-of-Famer. He proved all of the doubters wrong.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, we conclude our two-part story on Bob Cousy and his struggles to prove himself at the NBA level. By the time he retired, he was a 13-time All-Star, 8-time Assist Champion, the 1957 MVP, and is now a Hall-of-Famer. He proved all of the doubters wrong.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>66b589b0-09e8-4867-b346-f590e223f82aTue, 14 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -050020:01falsefull136136Episode 135 - The Underdog: Bob Cousy, pt. 1Episode 135 - The Underdog: Bob Cousy, pt. 1Bob Cousy had to prove himself at every level of his basketball career. He barely made his high school team and did not play significant minutes until his senior year. The same thing happened in university at College of the Holy Cross. And when the NBA draft came around, he was still largely unwanted, only landing with the Celtics on accident. This is the story of an underdog.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Bob Cousy had to prove himself at every level of his basketball career. He barely made his high school team and did not play significant minutes until his senior year. The same thing happened in university at College of the Holy Cross. And when the NBA draft came around, he was still largely unwanted, only landing with the Celtics on accident. This is the story of an underdog.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>d78434e8-65ac-41c9-ab48-2df6a8856226Tue, 07 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -050015:48falsefull135135Episode 134 - Why the Unstoppable Shot Stopped ExistingEpisode 134 - Why the Unstoppable Shot Stopped ExistingKareem Abdul-Jabbar became the NBA’s All-Time leading scorer in 1984 because of his famous Skyhook shot. Nicknamed the Unstoppable Shot, Kareem used it to incredible effectiveness. But since his career in the NBA, no one else has ever used that shot as their primary weapon, despite its utility. Why would no one adopt this proven weapon? Today, we answer that question.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"70s Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Kareem Abdul-Jabbar became the NBA’s All-Time leading scorer in 1984 because of his famous Skyhook shot. Nicknamed the Unstoppable Shot, Kareem used it to incredible effectiveness. But since his career in the NBA, no one else has ever used that shot as their primary weapon, despite its utility. Why would no one adopt this proven weapon? Today, we answer that question.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"70s Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>f580ccb5-07cd-4da8-ad8f-1a0caf9d44b3Tue, 28 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -050017:48falsefull134134Episode 133 - Battle of the Legends: The NBA Schick Classic GameEpisode 133 - Battle of the Legends: The NBA Schick Classic GameDuring the 1980s, the NBA expanded the All-Star Game into a full-blown All-Star Weekend. Saturday night now held a host of new events, one of which was an Old Timer’s Game formally known as the NBA Schick Legends Classic. As much fun as it was to watch these retired greats battle it out on the court again, players suffered serious injuries every single year, forcing the NBA to rethink the future of the game...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"80's Synthwave" by MokkaMusic & Synthetic Pleasures

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>During the 1980s, the NBA expanded the All-Star Game into a full-blown All-Star Weekend. Saturday night now held a host of new events, one of which was an Old Timer’s Game formally known as the NBA Schick Legends Classic. As much fun as it was to watch these retired greats battle it out on the court again, players suffered serious injuries every single year, forcing the NBA to rethink the future of the game...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"80's Synthwave" by MokkaMusic & Synthetic Pleasures

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>bebb33f5-fea9-4864-bc28-838588c586deTue, 21 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -050015:42falsefull133133Episode 132 - Mikan and Wilt's Rule-Changing DominationEpisode 132 - Mikan and Wilt's Rule-Changing DominationOn two different occasions, the NBA decided to widen the lane to specifically limit the effectiveness of George Mikan and then again for Wilt Chamberlain. The very fact that their talents needed rule-changes shows just how good these two players were.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>On two different occasions, the NBA decided to widen the lane to specifically limit the effectiveness of George Mikan and then again for Wilt Chamberlain. The very fact that their talents needed rule-changes shows just how good these two players were.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>5701122f-e235-42a1-9648-98ff0cdc2e59Tue, 14 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -050015:13falsefull1321322023 NBA Scoring Record Special - The NBA's Scoring Kings2023 NBA Scoring Record Special - The NBA's Scoring KingsAs of February 7, 2023, LeBron James is the NBA’s new scoring king, taking the long-standing record from Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. In this special edition of BBH.101, Rick goes back in time and takes a look at every player who has held the title in NBA history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>As of February 7, 2023, LeBron James is the NBA’s new scoring king, taking the long-standing record from Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. In this special edition of BBH.101, Rick goes back in time and takes a look at every player who has held the title in NBA history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>2b84b465-2b79-4e4f-91c1-8fede238d360Wed, 08 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -050019:56falsebonusEpisode 131 - The Tragedy of James "Fly" Williams, pt. 2Episode 131 - The Tragedy of James "Fly" Williams, pt. 2Fly Williams had the level of talent to become an NBA All-Star, but found himself floundering unexpectedly due to his poor decisions. After pulling his name from the NBA draft, he earned a spot in the ABA, but was cut after only one season because of his ballhogging tendencies and how difficult he was to work with. He later spent two seasons in the much smaller Eastern Basketball Association, but was cut again for the same reasons. Given no other choice, he turned to his roots and began dealing drugs, mostly to basketball players, but has since to this day found himself constantly in and out of prison.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Fly Williams had the level of talent to become an NBA All-Star, but found himself floundering unexpectedly due to his poor decisions. After pulling his name from the NBA draft, he earned a spot in the ABA, but was cut after only one season because of his ballhogging tendencies and how difficult he was to work with. He later spent two seasons in the much smaller Eastern Basketball Association, but was cut again for the same reasons. Given no other choice, he turned to his roots and began dealing drugs, mostly to basketball players, but has since to this day found himself constantly in and out of prison.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>51131e0c-8c5d-4090-9a5e-b57cf61db6f4Tue, 07 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -050024:15falsefull131131Episode 130 - The Tragedy of James "Fly" Williams, pt. 1Episode 130 - The Tragedy of James "Fly" Williams, pt. 1By all accounts, James “Fly” Williams was one of the best streetball players in New York. Even when in middle school, he was holding his own against grown men on the playground. Unfortunately, a long series of bad luck and bad decisions started to affect his focus, and -- though talented -- he was a difficult player in college. Join us next week for part two of the Fly Williams story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>By all accounts, James “Fly” Williams was one of the best streetball players in New York. Even when in middle school, he was holding his own against grown men on the playground. Unfortunately, a long series of bad luck and bad decisions started to affect his focus, and -- though talented -- he was a difficult player in college. Join us next week for part two of the Fly Williams story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>9fc90482-8529-4a18-b880-7412396f5e7eTue, 31 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -050020:10falsefull130130Episode 129 - The Players Who Coached ThemselvesEpisode 129 - The Players Who Coached ThemselvesIn the history of the NBA, there have been 40 players who doubled as the team's coach, including Bill Russell, Dolph Schayes, and Lenny Wilkins. But in 1984, a new Collective Bargaining Agreement was signed between the players and owners, and the position was no longer allowed.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In the history of the NBA, there have been 40 players who doubled as the team's coach, including Bill Russell, Dolph Schayes, and Lenny Wilkins. But in 1984, a new Collective Bargaining Agreement was signed between the players and owners, and the position was no longer allowed.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>a5164a2d-1e3b-48e1-b964-14b9f3d04139Tue, 24 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -050019:48falsefull129129Episode 128 - How To Build the 31st NBA TeamEpisode 128 - How To Build the 31st NBA TeamHave you ever wondered what it takes to start a brand new NBA team from scratch? Today, Rick shares the story of the founding of the Chicago Bulls in 1965. What they did back then is still a solid blueprint for what new teams are required of today.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Have you ever wondered what it takes to start a brand new NBA team from scratch? Today, Rick shares the story of the founding of the Chicago Bulls in 1965. What they did back then is still a solid blueprint for what new teams are required of today.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>7ca13918-effb-478a-9435-28a496fad689Tue, 17 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -050020:04falsefull128128Episode 127 - A Life Fulfilled: Pistol Pete Maravich, pt. 3Episode 127 - A Life Fulfilled: Pistol Pete Maravich, pt. 3

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>099f1ffb-6fbd-424e-bd0e-a68fcf9123baTue, 10 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -050024:17falsefull127127Episode 126 - A One-Man Show: Pistol Pete Maravich, pt. 2Episode 126 - A One-Man Show: Pistol Pete Maravich, pt. 2Pistol Pete’s time at Louisiana State University could not have gone better from an individual perspective, but the team did not win as many games as expected. While Pete was able to break Oscar Robertson’s all-time college scoring record, things at home were falling apart, and Hall-of-Fame coach John Wooden predicted Pete would never win a championship.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Pistol Pete’s time at Louisiana State University could not have gone better from an individual perspective, but the team did not win as many games as expected. While Pete was able to break Oscar Robertson’s all-time college scoring record, things at home were falling apart, and Hall-of-Fame coach John Wooden predicted Pete would never win a championship.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>75763a82-1cb1-4bc5-aad7-b50a746a4be9Tue, 03 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -050018:36falsefull126126Episode 125 - Born to Play: Pistol Pete Maravich, pt. 1Episode 125 - Born to Play: Pistol Pete Maravich, pt. 1On our first 3-part episode, Rick covers the story of the great “Pistol” Pete Maravich, one of the most influential players in NBA history. In this first episode, we cover his family history and childhood, especially how his father, Press Maravich, provided him with college-level coaching from day 1 and pushed him to be the best he could be... and more.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>On our first 3-part episode, Rick covers the story of the great “Pistol” Pete Maravich, one of the most influential players in NBA history. In this first episode, we cover his family history and childhood, especially how his father, Press Maravich, provided him with college-level coaching from day 1 and pushed him to be the best he could be... and more.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>2a4718cd-ccb5-4525-bf81-68681dcc69e4Tue, 27 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -050018:49falsefull125125Episode 124 - The Beautiful Friendship of Chamberlain and RussellEpisode 124 - The Beautiful Friendship of Chamberlain and RussellBack in the 1960s, basketball media wanted to promote Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain as hated rivals. But this was simply not the case. While they were competitors on the court, they were good friends everywhere else, often spending the night at each other’s house when they were in town. This is the story of that friendship.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Back in the 1960s, basketball media wanted to promote Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain as hated rivals. But this was simply not the case. While they were competitors on the court, they were good friends everywhere else, often spending the night at each other’s house when they were in town. This is the story of that friendship.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>10fc7e12-faf4-4eb4-a8d4-c4b03ed2316eTue, 20 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -050018:24falsefull124124Episode 123 - The Final ABA Player: Moses Malone, pt. 2Episode 123 - The Final ABA Player: Moses Malone, pt. 2Continuing from last week's episode of BBH.101, Moses Malone is one of the greatest players in basketball history. Today, we discuss his professional career as "The Chairman of the Boards." The NBA/ABA merger moved him into the NBA, and he is one of only eight players to win 3 or more MVPs in that league. When he finally retired in 1995 after 21 total years of pro ball, he was the last active member of the former ABA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Continuing from last week's episode of BBH.101, Moses Malone is one of the greatest players in basketball history. Today, we discuss his professional career as "The Chairman of the Boards." The NBA/ABA merger moved him into the NBA, and he is one of only eight players to win 3 or more MVPs in that league. When he finally retired in 1995 after 21 total years of pro ball, he was the last active member of the former ABA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>397ee531-8ec0-4748-8685-66f9e2675784Tue, 13 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -050019:48falsefull123123Episode 122 - The Youngest ABA Player: Moses Malone, pt. 1Episode 122 - The Youngest ABA Player: Moses Malone, pt. 1Moses Malone was the first basketball player to enter the professional ranks directly from high school. The NBA required him to be four years removed from high school, but the ABA had no such regulations. Although that league had never recruited someone his age before, neither had anyone that young ever been as good.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Moses Malone was the first basketball player to enter the professional ranks directly from high school. The NBA required him to be four years removed from high school, but the ABA had no such regulations. Although that league had never recruited someone his age before, neither had anyone that young ever been as good.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>55669c82-7c2e-4365-8fbf-85a759e88a6aTue, 06 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -050015:01falsefull122122Episode 121 - The American Olympic Team of 1960Episode 121 - The American Olympic Team of 1960Renowned as the strongest amateur team of all time, the USA's 1960 Olympic basketball team went undefeated for the whole tournament, bringing home the gold and winning their games by an average of 42 points. That edition of the team, led by Oscar Robertson and Jerry West, was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2010.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Bushwick Tarantella" by Kevin MacLeod

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Renowned as the strongest amateur team of all time, the USA's 1960 Olympic basketball team went undefeated for the whole tournament, bringing home the gold and winning their games by an average of 42 points. That edition of the team, led by Oscar Robertson and Jerry West, was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2010.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Bushwick Tarantella" by Kevin MacLeod

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>ea3e5170-6189-44c0-9d93-524d541fc7b4Tue, 29 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -050018:03falsefull121121Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa) - Orville Mulligan: Sports WriterOrville Mulligan: Sports Writer - Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa)Thanksgiving Day, 1924. The recently-established tradition of the University of Pittsburgh Panthers football team hosting the Pennsylvania State Nittany Lions on the afternoon of the national autumnal holiday continues.

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is sent to cover the Pitt-Penn State “Keystone Classic” of 1924; in so doing, he discovers a throughline of the football-on-Thanksgiving tradition going back to 1621 (okay, actually, that’s going back to 1869) and reminds us that high-level football games on Thanksgiving are nearly as old as the official Thanksgiving holiday itself.  

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is an audio drama podcast from Number 80 Productions and the Sports History Network.

Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa) script & story by Os Davis.

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer stars Doug Fye, Ilona Fye, and Eric Bodwell. Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa) co-stars, in order of appearance, Caedmon Holland, Forrest Hartl and Wayne Brett.

Additional direction by Eric Bodwell. Sound recording and primary editing by Don McIver.

The theme song of Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is “the Dayton Triangles Rag” and was arranged and performed by Bruce Smith. 

Other tracks in this episode include

•  “Jazz Club” by Kriss (available through fair-use agreement via FreeMusicArchive.org);

•  “Litany of the Street” by Silverman Sound Studios;

•  “Bimini Bay” (1921) by the Benson Orchestra of Chicago; and

•  “Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer (Outro)” by David Liso of Dynamo Stairs.

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is produced by Os Davis and Darin Hayes. Series concept by Darrin Hayes.

Stay tuned for more episodes of Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer – coming soon!

]]>Thanksgiving Day, 1924. The recently-established tradition of the University of Pittsburgh Panthers football team hosting the Pennsylvania State Nittany Lions on the afternoon of the national autumnal holiday continues.

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is sent to cover the Pitt-Penn State “Keystone Classic” of 1924; in so doing, he discovers a throughline of the football-on-Thanksgiving tradition going back to 1621 (okay, actually, that’s going back to 1869) and reminds us that high-level football games on Thanksgiving are nearly as old as the official Thanksgiving holiday itself.  

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is an audio drama podcast from Number 80 Productions and the Sports History Network.

Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa) script & story by Os Davis.

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer stars Doug Fye, Ilona Fye, and Eric Bodwell. Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa) co-stars, in order of appearance, Caedmon Holland, Forrest Hartl and Wayne Brett.

Additional direction by Eric Bodwell. Sound recording and primary editing by Don McIver.

The theme song of Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is “the Dayton Triangles Rag” and was arranged and performed by Bruce Smith. 

Other tracks in this episode include

•  “Jazz Club” by Kriss (available through fair-use agreement via FreeMusicArchive.org);

•  “Litany of the Street” by Silverman Sound Studios;

•  “Bimini Bay” (1921) by the Benson Orchestra of Chicago; and

•  “Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer (Outro)” by David Liso of Dynamo Stairs.

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is produced by Os Davis and Darin Hayes. Series concept by Darrin Hayes.

Stay tuned for more episodes of Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer – coming soon!

]]>41c84e99-f937-4402-afd8-5d5ec90d4bb8Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -040027:14falsebonusA brief history of Thanksgiving football from 1869 to the 1924 Pitt Panthers-Penn State Keystone Classic, as told by Orville Mulligan, Sports Writer.Episode 120 - Welcome To The RuckerEpisode 120 - Welcome To The RuckerOn today's edition of BBH.101, Rick visits the Rucker, Harlem's playground basketball tournament that gave birth to streetball. While it featured mostly amateur players, it also managed to attract even NBA All-Stars like Wilt Chamberlain, Allen Iverson, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant. This is the story of the tournament's creation and its current impact on today's NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>On today's edition of BBH.101, Rick visits the Rucker, Harlem's playground basketball tournament that gave birth to streetball. While it featured mostly amateur players, it also managed to attract even NBA All-Stars like Wilt Chamberlain, Allen Iverson, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant. This is the story of the tournament's creation and its current impact on today's NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>96b6c3c4-054c-4e57-819b-d2142e8d9ee2Tue, 22 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -050020:04falsefull120120Episode 119 - The Man With A Troubled Legacy: Elgin Baylor, pt. 2Episode 119 - The Man With A Troubled Legacy: Elgin Baylor, pt. 2Elgin Baylor’s was undoubtedly one of the greatest players of all time, but his legacy in basketball history is complicated. He once averaged 38 points per game for the entire 1962 season, but that was the same year that fellow Laker Wilt Chamberlain averaged 50. Baylor's own greatness was overshadowed by his teammate. And despite his personal achievements, he never won a championship and lost the Finals eight times. Yet as soon as he retired in 1971, the Lakers immediately set the North American pro sports record for a winstreak with 33 straight victories before winning the NBA championship that very season. Was all of that pure luck, or was Baylor's absence a real blessing to the team? The man flew high, both metaphorically and literally, but the legacy he left behind is one of controversy.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Elgin Baylor’s was undoubtedly one of the greatest players of all time, but his legacy in basketball history is complicated. He once averaged 38 points per game for the entire 1962 season, but that was the same year that fellow Laker Wilt Chamberlain averaged 50. Baylor's own greatness was overshadowed by his teammate. And despite his personal achievements, he never won a championship and lost the Finals eight times. Yet as soon as he retired in 1971, the Lakers immediately set the North American pro sports record for a winstreak with 33 straight victories before winning the NBA championship that very season. Was all of that pure luck, or was Baylor's absence a real blessing to the team? The man flew high, both metaphorically and literally, but the legacy he left behind is one of controversy.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>d312f7be-17f1-4008-963c-ef7d57909209Tue, 15 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -050022:06falsefull119119Episode 118 - The Man Who Learned To Fly: Elgin Baylor, pt. 1Episode 118 - The Man Who Learned To Fly: Elgin Baylor, pt. 1Elgin Baylor was undoubtedly one of the greatest players of all time. He is the third-greatest scorer ever in terms of points per game. Not only that, but his entrance to the NBA revolutionized the game forever. He was the first person to really use his incredible jumping ability to create a deadly advantage, turning an otherwise horizontal sport into a vertical one as well. He could stay in the air for what seemed like forever, and players like Dr. J, Kobe Bryant, and even Michael Jordan have copied this part of their game from him. Without Elgin Baylor, we might never have seen the greatness of a lot of the players that have come since his time.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Elgin Baylor was undoubtedly one of the greatest players of all time. He is the third-greatest scorer ever in terms of points per game. Not only that, but his entrance to the NBA revolutionized the game forever. He was the first person to really use his incredible jumping ability to create a deadly advantage, turning an otherwise horizontal sport into a vertical one as well. He could stay in the air for what seemed like forever, and players like Dr. J, Kobe Bryant, and even Michael Jordan have copied this part of their game from him. Without Elgin Baylor, we might never have seen the greatness of a lot of the players that have come since his time.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>d7969ebd-da29-4955-b4dc-7566214b92faTue, 08 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -050019:16falsefull118118Episode 117 - When Oscar Robertson Sued the NBAEpisode 117 - When Oscar Robertson Sued the NBAIn 1970, Oscar Robertson sued the NBA in order to win free agency for all the players in the league. Prior to the lawsuit, a player was stuck with one team for his entire career and was not allowed to leave, even if his contract was over. This rule changed the financial landscape for players in all American sports, even beyond the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"70s Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In 1970, Oscar Robertson sued the NBA in order to win free agency for all the players in the league. Prior to the lawsuit, a player was stuck with one team for his entire career and was not allowed to leave, even if his contract was over. This rule changed the financial landscape for players in all American sports, even beyond the NBA.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"70s Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>3222ec01-5af6-4cd6-846e-03ef2e0eea61Tue, 01 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -050020:04falsefull117117Episode 116 - Why Center Jumps Were EliminatedEpisode 116 - Why Center Jumps Were EliminatedBack in the early days of basketball, there was a center jump after every made basket. The problem? This resulted in a terribly slow and boring game. So today, Rick unpacks the story of how that rule was changed and how it led immediately to higher scoring, both in college and in the professionals. This single rule change is what launched the game from its humble origins into a wildly popular attraction.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Back in the early days of basketball, there was a center jump after every made basket. The problem? This resulted in a terribly slow and boring game. So today, Rick unpacks the story of how that rule was changed and how it led immediately to higher scoring, both in college and in the professionals. This single rule change is what launched the game from its humble origins into a wildly popular attraction.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>165c2cc5-90c5-458d-84d1-1374935e972dTue, 25 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -050014:38falsefull116116Episode 115 - Jack Molinas and the 1961 Betting ScandalEpisode 115 - Jack Molinas and the 1961 Betting ScandalBack in Episode 14, we talked about the 1951 College Betting Scandal. Jack Molinas was involved in it all, but was never caught. A decade later, in 1961, there was a new betting scandal -- and this time, Molinas was the ringleader. A graduate of Columbia University, he was selected for the NBA All-Star Game as a rookie, and eventually became a lawyer. He had every opportunity to have a successful career in basketball and law, but he threw it all away because of his addiction to gambling. His lifestyle not only landed him in jail but also got him in trouble with mafia.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Back in Episode 14, we talked about the 1951 College Betting Scandal. Jack Molinas was involved in it all, but was never caught. A decade later, in 1961, there was a new betting scandal -- and this time, Molinas was the ringleader. A graduate of Columbia University, he was selected for the NBA All-Star Game as a rookie, and eventually became a lawyer. He had every opportunity to have a successful career in basketball and law, but he threw it all away because of his addiction to gambling. His lifestyle not only landed him in jail but also got him in trouble with mafia.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>c6090b6e-3a0f-42e6-8f0f-63ee0f2c2ed9Tue, 18 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -050016:45falsefull115115Episode 114 - Dave DeBusschere: From Blue Collar to CommissionerEpisode 114 - Dave DeBusschere: From Blue Collar to CommissionerDave DeBusschere was a Hall of Fame player, a coach, a general manager, a commissioner, and a Major League Baseball pitcher. But despite his extensive and impressive resume, he always remembered where he came from. His parents had had to work hard to provide for the family, and he always put 100% effort into his game. After championships, All-Star games, and even being inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame, he never let success or fame go to his head. He always treated people the right way and poured everything he had into being the best he could be.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Dave DeBusschere was a Hall of Fame player, a coach, a general manager, a commissioner, and a Major League Baseball pitcher. But despite his extensive and impressive resume, he always remembered where he came from. His parents had had to work hard to provide for the family, and he always put 100% effort into his game. After championships, All-Star games, and even being inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame, he never let success or fame go to his head. He always treated people the right way and poured everything he had into being the best he could be.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>c028ac8e-57a7-42f1-a19e-ab94d71fdb75Tue, 11 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -050019:30falsefull114114Episode 113 - When Isiah Thomas Went OffEpisode 113 - When Isiah Thomas Went OffIsaiah Thomas once scored 25 points in a single quarter in the NBA Finals while playing on a severely sprained ankle. This is that story from Game 6 of the 1988 NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Isaiah Thomas once scored 25 points in a single quarter in the NBA Finals while playing on a severely sprained ankle. This is that story from Game 6 of the 1988 NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>032b34cc-a734-4580-9871-6554c5f7374dTue, 04 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -050018:34falsefull113113Episode 112 - The Van Arsdale Story, pt. 2Episode 112 - The Van Arsdale Story, pt. 2Today, Rick concludes our story on the Van Arsdale twins as he covers their NBA careers. Not only were they identical in appearance, but they each finished with nearly identical statistics, including going to exactly three All-Star games each. While they had played together all through college, they were on separate teams for their entire NBA careers -- until their final season, that is, when they were reunited as teammates on the Phoenix Suns.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Today, Rick concludes our story on the Van Arsdale twins as he covers their NBA careers. Not only were they identical in appearance, but they each finished with nearly identical statistics, including going to exactly three All-Star games each. While they had played together all through college, they were on separate teams for their entire NBA careers -- until their final season, that is, when they were reunited as teammates on the Phoenix Suns.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>907b2919-4537-4204-b66c-293f08c44455Tue, 27 Sep 2022 02:00:00 -050018:28falsefull112112Episode 111 - The Van Arsdale Story, pt. 1Episode 111 - The Van Arsdale Story, pt. 1The van Arsdale twins, Tom and Dick, managed to win multiple awards for their individual skills, yet never managed to win any titles. In high school, they were named co-Mr. Basketball of Indiana, and in college they won co-Big 10 Player of the Year, but couldn't seem to secure a championship in either era of their lives. This is a situation that would haunt them throughout their entire careers, but what took place in the NBA will come next week in part 2.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The van Arsdale twins, Tom and Dick, managed to win multiple awards for their individual skills, yet never managed to win any titles. In high school, they were named co-Mr. Basketball of Indiana, and in college they won co-Big 10 Player of the Year, but couldn't seem to secure a championship in either era of their lives. This is a situation that would haunt them throughout their entire careers, but what took place in the NBA will come next week in part 2.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>0c5d8a75-d84c-4b07-9a32-ee0f725e44a3Tue, 20 Sep 2022 02:00:00 -050017:03falsefull111111Episode 110 - Larry's Left Hand GameEpisode 110 - Larry's Left Hand Game

On February 4, 1986, Larry Bird decided to play a game with his left hand out of sheer boredom. He often felt the need to give himself ridiculous challenges within the game in order to stay motivated. Despite this handicap, Bird still managed to score 47 points against the Portland Trailblazers and take home the victory that night.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"" by

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>

On February 4, 1986, Larry Bird decided to play a game with his left hand out of sheer boredom. He often felt the need to give himself ridiculous challenges within the game in order to stay motivated. Despite this handicap, Bird still managed to score 47 points against the Portland Trailblazers and take home the victory that night.

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]]>2a798ef7-0edb-452b-b7b2-ec3cb55250f2Tue, 13 Sep 2022 02:00:00 -050014:00falsefull110110Remembering Bill Russell - In MemoriamRemembering Bill Russell - In MemoriamIn remembrance of Bill Russell, Rick decided to make this bonus episode dedicated to him. While not a full profile, Rick shares some thoughts on the great man who not only won 11 NBA rings but also was a major civil rights activist. His book Second Wind is what first lit the spark that would become Rick's love of basketball history. Without him, this podcast would not exist. The impact of this great man cannot be denied. Rest in peace, Bill Russell. You will be missed.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

]]>In remembrance of Bill Russell, Rick decided to make this bonus episode dedicated to him. While not a full profile, Rick shares some thoughts on the great man who not only won 11 NBA rings but also was a major civil rights activist. His book Second Wind is what first lit the spark that would become Rick's love of basketball history. Without him, this podcast would not exist. The impact of this great man cannot be denied. Rest in peace, Bill Russell. You will be missed.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

]]>e8d8c6ed-30ce-4d5f-9afa-e65e449c8e37Tue, 13 Sep 2022 02:00:00 -050008:20falsebonusEpisode 109 - Perry Wallace: NCAA PioneerEpisode 109 - Perry Wallace: NCAA PioneerAs the first-ever African-American to play in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) for NCAA basketball, Perry Wallace destroyed racial barriers and paved the way for every single black collegiate to come. Despite having college options in the North, where integration was normal, he decided to stay home in Nashville, Tennessee and play for Vanderbilt University. Wallace set for himself a high standard of excellence in every area of his life and was a true pioneer of college basketball.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This Or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>As the first-ever African-American to play in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) for NCAA basketball, Perry Wallace destroyed racial barriers and paved the way for every single black collegiate to come. Despite having college options in the North, where integration was normal, he decided to stay home in Nashville, Tennessee and play for Vanderbilt University. Wallace set for himself a high standard of excellence in every area of his life and was a true pioneer of college basketball.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This Or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>e3282aa6-00bf-48e7-a1e1-c25013499c72Tue, 06 Sep 2022 02:00:00 -050019:01falsefull109109Episode 108 - The 1977 NBA All-Star GameEpisode 108 - The 1977 NBA All-Star Game1977 saw the first All-Star Game since the merger of the NBA and the ABA. Historically, the NBA had held disdain for the ABA and expected little from those players. Nonetheless, 10 of the All-Stars that year were ex-ABA players who proved that their skill matched their NBA counterparts, especially Dr. J.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>1977 saw the first All-Star Game since the merger of the NBA and the ABA. Historically, the NBA had held disdain for the ABA and expected little from those players. Nonetheless, 10 of the All-Stars that year were ex-ABA players who proved that their skill matched their NBA counterparts, especially Dr. J.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>8d9a3e81-f735-474a-9388-a91ebc58c74bTue, 30 Aug 2022 02:00:00 -050015:57falsefull108108Episode 107 - Harvey Pollack: Super StatEpisode 107 - Harvey Pollack: Super StatHarvey Pollack is the only statistician to be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. He invented the tracking of rebounds, assists, blocked shots, turnovers, and triple-doubles. He was also the last original NBA employee still working for the league until he passed away in 2015. Today, Rick tells his story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Harvey Pollack is the only statistician to be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. He invented the tracking of rebounds, assists, blocked shots, turnovers, and triple-doubles. He was also the last original NBA employee still working for the league until he passed away in 2015. Today, Rick tells his story.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>5a834c62-5f4b-4168-915c-94900b96250bTue, 23 Aug 2022 02:00:00 -050020:03falsefull107107Episode 106 - John Wooden's Lost PennyEpisode 106 - John Wooden's Lost PennyWhen John Wooden was the coach of the UCLA basketball team, he had a ritual where he would "discover" a lucky penny in the locker room during his annual pep talk. Every single year, the same speech would be given and the same penny would be found. One year, however, Bill Walton noticed his coach planting the penny just before the speech, and decided that this year would be different, although the whole team would pay dearly for what he did....

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Country Instrumental Music" by Joe Alfaraby

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>When John Wooden was the coach of the UCLA basketball team, he had a ritual where he would "discover" a lucky penny in the locker room during his annual pep talk. Every single year, the same speech would be given and the same penny would be found. One year, however, Bill Walton noticed his coach planting the penny just before the speech, and decided that this year would be different, although the whole team would pay dearly for what he did....

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Country Instrumental Music" by Joe Alfaraby

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>f55c6b61-aee5-41d8-9945-2d23a9ac9bfeTue, 16 Aug 2022 02:00:00 -050016:49falsefull106106Episode 105 - Earl “The Pearl” Monroe, pt. 2Episode 105 - Earl “The Pearl” Monroe, pt. 2In this conclusion of our two-part story on Earl "The Pearl" Monroe, Rick tells of his NBA career with the Bullets and the Knicks, including his championship run in 1973 with one of the most balanced teams in NBA history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In this conclusion of our two-part story on Earl "The Pearl" Monroe, Rick tells of his NBA career with the Bullets and the Knicks, including his championship run in 1973 with one of the most balanced teams in NBA history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>3ada5bf1-21a8-4014-95d2-b94ca19084aeTue, 09 Aug 2022 02:00:00 -050018:28falsefull105105Episode 104 - Earl "The Pearl" Monroe, pt. 1Episode 104 - Earl "The Pearl" Monroe, pt. 1Earl Monroe is not only one of the greatest players in NBA history, but he also gained two distinct nicknames: “The Pearl,” and “Black Jesus.” The first one he received during his college days, but the second he earned for his flashy style of play on the blacktop courts.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Earl Monroe is not only one of the greatest players in NBA history, but he also gained two distinct nicknames: “The Pearl,” and “Black Jesus.” The first one he received during his college days, but the second he earned for his flashy style of play on the blacktop courts.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>5b8bb439-6593-4e2d-a9ea-39bc9eaeff12Tue, 02 Aug 2022 02:00:00 -050019:41falsefull104104Episode 103 - Barnstorming's Greatest TeamEpisode 103 - Barnstorming's Greatest TeamDuring the barnstorming days of basketball (1920s-1940s), it was crucial that a team stand out. While one way was just to dominate all competition, another was to showcase a particular aspect that was unique to the team. In a similar fashion to modern-day professional wrestlers, many barnstorming teams tried to tell a narrative of sorts, even if it meant playing up racial stereotypes. It was a strange yet exciting era of basketball history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>During the barnstorming days of basketball (1920s-1940s), it was crucial that a team stand out. While one way was just to dominate all competition, another was to showcase a particular aspect that was unique to the team. In a similar fashion to modern-day professional wrestlers, many barnstorming teams tried to tell a narrative of sorts, even if it meant playing up racial stereotypes. It was a strange yet exciting era of basketball history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>d91eab36-c1f0-41ea-bc81-725986098d26Tue, 26 Jul 2022 02:00:00 -050017:34falsefull103103Episode 102 - When I Rebounded for Steve NashEpisode 102 - When I Rebounded for Steve NashOnce again, we here at BBH.101 have a more personal story to tell about basketball history. Rick and Steve Nash attended Santa Clara University together, and one day the Cleveland Cavaliers held a practice at the school's gym. Seeing his opportunity to prove himself, Nash started firing off shots in front of the Cleveland coach. Rick, who was friendly with him, decided to jump in and help out by grabbing Nash's rebounds.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Overcast in Aberdeen" by TeknoAXE

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Once again, we here at BBH.101 have a more personal story to tell about basketball history. Rick and Steve Nash attended Santa Clara University together, and one day the Cleveland Cavaliers held a practice at the school's gym. Seeing his opportunity to prove himself, Nash started firing off shots in front of the Cleveland coach. Rick, who was friendly with him, decided to jump in and help out by grabbing Nash's rebounds.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Overcast in Aberdeen" by TeknoAXE

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>9438d8ac-8a63-4d19-a447-1808fa8655c3Tue, 19 Jul 2022 02:00:00 -050016:02falsefull102102Episode 101 - Dolph SchayesEpisode 101 - Dolph SchayesOne of the early NBA superstars, Dolph Schayes straddled two different eras of basketball. Before the invention of the shot clock, Schayes dominated the NBA, but once it was introduced he only soared to even greater heights. A twelve-time All-Star and the first player to score 15,000 career points, the man had a motor that never seemed to quit. With his jersey now retired in the rafters of the 76ers arena, Schayes left his mark on the game forever, both by his own achievements and by his son Danny Schayes, who went on to have an NBA career of his own.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>One of the early NBA superstars, Dolph Schayes straddled two different eras of basketball. Before the invention of the shot clock, Schayes dominated the NBA, but once it was introduced he only soared to even greater heights. A twelve-time All-Star and the first player to score 15,000 career points, the man had a motor that never seemed to quit. With his jersey now retired in the rafters of the 76ers arena, Schayes left his mark on the game forever, both by his own achievements and by his son Danny Schayes, who went on to have an NBA career of his own.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>dd55a6fc-6b29-4596-9aff-f6c8c4d8ee0aTue, 12 Jul 2022 02:00:00 -050019:19falsefull101101Episode 100 - Wilt's 100Episode 100 - Wilt's 100In celebration of the 100th episode of BBH.101, we wanted to share the story of Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game. While this game is certainly not forgotten from the annals of basketball history, it seemed appropriate for the episode. But Wilt hardly set his single-game scoring record alone. It took the rest of the Philadelphia Warriors team to give him assists and set screens for him to get open. Despite the New York Knicks doing everything in their power to prevent him scoring 100, the Warriors banded together to help Chamberlain reach this incredible milestone.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>In celebration of the 100th episode of BBH.101, we wanted to share the story of Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game. While this game is certainly not forgotten from the annals of basketball history, it seemed appropriate for the episode. But Wilt hardly set his single-game scoring record alone. It took the rest of the Philadelphia Warriors team to give him assists and set screens for him to get open. Despite the New York Knicks doing everything in their power to prevent him scoring 100, the Warriors banded together to help Chamberlain reach this incredible milestone.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>f4aae4fb-1360-4cc6-acf7-f84eb0c4803aTue, 05 Jul 2022 02:00:00 -050026:07falsefull100100Episode 99 - The March Madness CommitteeEpisode 99 - The March Madness CommitteeThe committee that selects the teams for March Madness has an enormous job to do every year. Those 10 members have to watch as much college basketball as possible, taking notes on every game they watch. In early March, they convene to select the 68 teams invited to play in the tournament. This is the story of that process..

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The committee that selects the teams for March Madness has an enormous job to do every year. Those 10 members have to watch as much college basketball as possible, taking notes on every game they watch. In early March, they convene to select the 68 teams invited to play in the tournament. This is the story of that process..

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>d4b8c3a9-8d76-4bdb-996e-04b0a417b687Tue, 28 Jun 2022 02:00:00 -050016:59falsefull9999Episode 98 - The History of FIBAEpisode 98 - The History of FIBAThe International Federation of Basketball (FIBA) is, at first glance, an organization designed to oversee basketball on a global level. But how did it rise to the position it holds today? What authority does it actually have? Most importantly, how has FIBA affected the game of basketball throughout the years? Rick tackles these questions and more as he unpacks the history of this organization.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Deep House" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The International Federation of Basketball (FIBA) is, at first glance, an organization designed to oversee basketball on a global level. But how did it rise to the position it holds today? What authority does it actually have? Most importantly, how has FIBA affected the game of basketball throughout the years? Rick tackles these questions and more as he unpacks the history of this organization.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Deep House" by MokkaMusic

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>3b129f5e-78fa-4923-897c-035d36723a13Tue, 21 Jun 2022 02:00:00 -050016:36falsefull9898NBA Finals 2022 Special - The Three Original TeamsNBA Finals 2022 Special - The Three Original TeamsThe 2022 NBA Finals feature two of three original NBA teams that still play today. The Warriors, Celtics, and Knicks were part of the NBA for the first season in 1946-47. But what happened to the other 8 teams from that first season? This is the story Rick shares with us today.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>The 2022 NBA Finals feature two of three original NBA teams that still play today. The Warriors, Celtics, and Knicks were part of the NBA for the first season in 1946-47. But what happened to the other 8 teams from that first season? This is the story Rick shares with us today.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>59fc12e5-9514-4337-becc-2c9cb335379cThu, 16 Jun 2022 02:00:00 -050007:07falsebonusEpisode 97 - Bill SharmanEpisode 97 - Bill SharmanBill Sharman is one of only five people to be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame twice, once as a player and once as a coach. He went to 8 NBA All-Star Games, coached his teams to championships in three different leagues, and played baseball with the Brooklyn Dodgers for a time as well. He was simply one of the greatest athletes in history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Bill Sharman is one of only five people to be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame twice, once as a player and once as a coach. He went to 8 NBA All-Star Games, coached his teams to championships in three different leagues, and played baseball with the Brooklyn Dodgers for a time as well. He was simply one of the greatest athletes in history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>21f24d87-edd9-41d5-b665-dc6f790a0e33Tue, 14 Jun 2022 02:00:00 -050019:07falsefull9797Episode 96 - Why Are NBA Players Paid So Much?Episode 96 - Why Are NBA Players Paid So Much?Even accounting for inflation, today's NBA players make 800x as much as their 1946 counterparts did when the league was formed. The average annual salary in the NBA today is $6.4 million! While it is not uncommon for professional athletes to make the money most Americans only dream of, we here at BBH.101 decided to tackle the question of exactly how their paychecks came to be at the level they are. Just why are NBA players paid so much? Today, Rick shares with us the story of the salaries.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Even accounting for inflation, today's NBA players make 800x as much as their 1946 counterparts did when the league was formed. The average annual salary in the NBA today is $6.4 million! While it is not uncommon for professional athletes to make the money most Americans only dream of, we here at BBH.101 decided to tackle the question of exactly how their paychecks came to be at the level they are. Just why are NBA players paid so much? Today, Rick shares with us the story of the salaries.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>953e7cfd-e4c1-47b3-85cd-652b23ab4bd3Tue, 07 Jun 2022 02:00:00 -050021:10falsefull9696Episode 95 - The 1991 NBA FinalsEpisode 95 - The 1991 NBA Finals1991 was the only year that Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan faced each other in the NBA finals, and unlike most stories on this podcast, this one is told from the first person. Host Rick Loayza was at Game 3 of those very Finals as a teenager and recounts his experience that day at The Forum in Southern California.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>1991 was the only year that Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan faced each other in the NBA finals, and unlike most stories on this podcast, this one is told from the first person. Host Rick Loayza was at Game 3 of those very Finals as a teenager and recounts his experience that day at The Forum in Southern California.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>1b3cdd26-94b7-497d-940f-06c8e1ac6c06Tue, 31 May 2022 02:00:00 -050022:26falsefull9595Episode 94 - Bob PettitEpisode 94 - Bob PettitBob Pettit, despite being a little-known name nowadays, had a basketball career absolutely saturated with achievements. He was, for a time, the all-time leading scorer in NBA history; he was the first person to reach 20,000 career points; he is still the third greatest rebounder in NBA history; he won the All-Star game MVP trophy four times; and he won the very first overall MVP trophy the NBA ever gave. The story of this man is not one we should ever forget, and he deserves a spot in the conversation about the greatest power forwards in history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Cajun Country" by Joshua Curtis

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Bob Pettit, despite being a little-known name nowadays, had a basketball career absolutely saturated with achievements. He was, for a time, the all-time leading scorer in NBA history; he was the first person to reach 20,000 career points; he is still the third greatest rebounder in NBA history; he won the All-Star game MVP trophy four times; and he won the very first overall MVP trophy the NBA ever gave. The story of this man is not one we should ever forget, and he deserves a spot in the conversation about the greatest power forwards in history.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Cajun Country" by Joshua Curtis

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>2b3318dc-6f8f-4bdd-9453-4e852cd51066Tue, 24 May 2022 02:00:00 -050018:17falsefull9494Episode 93 - Lithuania, 1992: Uniting a NationEpisode 93 - Lithuania, 1992: Uniting a NationWhen the Soviet Union collapsed on December 26, 1991, the many individual republics hurried to create their new governments. One of these new nations was Lithuania, home to some of the greatest European basketball players of the time -- and the 1992 Olympics were fast approaching. Its government was so preoccupied with just trying to exist that it nearly was unable to register itself as an official basketball country with FIBA in time, but in a last-minute scramble, the Lithuanian basketball team secured their spot in those famous Barcelona Olympics. This is the underdog story of that 1992 team from somewhere in Eastern Europe that gave their tiny, brand-new nation its hope for a bright future.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Korobeiniki" by The Osipov State Russian Folk Orchestra, Vera Nikolaevna Gorodovskaya, Vitaly Gnutov, and Rudolf Belov

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>When the Soviet Union collapsed on December 26, 1991, the many individual republics hurried to create their new governments. One of these new nations was Lithuania, home to some of the greatest European basketball players of the time -- and the 1992 Olympics were fast approaching. Its government was so preoccupied with just trying to exist that it nearly was unable to register itself as an official basketball country with FIBA in time, but in a last-minute scramble, the Lithuanian basketball team secured their spot in those famous Barcelona Olympics. This is the underdog story of that 1992 team from somewhere in Eastern Europe that gave their tiny, brand-new nation its hope for a bright future.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Korobeiniki" by The Osipov State Russian Folk Orchestra, Vera Nikolaevna Gorodovskaya, Vitaly Gnutov, and Rudolf Belov

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>e8c06bc8-6309-4470-9e8c-ee006151a7c9Tue, 17 May 2022 02:00:00 -050023:56falsefull9393Episode 92 - Wat MisakaEpisode 92 - Wat MisakaWat Misaka was not only the first Japanese player in the NBA, not only the first Asian player in the NBA, but the first all-around non-white player in the NBA. In addition, he joined shortly after World War II, where the United States had just fought and defeated Japan, the nation his parents had emigrated from! Although he was cut from the league after only three games, Misaka broke incredibly important ground when it comes to racial lines in professional sports.

Video of Misaka meeting Curry


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Orchestral" by Makai Symphony

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Wat Misaka was not only the first Japanese player in the NBA, not only the first Asian player in the NBA, but the first all-around non-white player in the NBA. In addition, he joined shortly after World War II, where the United States had just fought and defeated Japan, the nation his parents had emigrated from! Although he was cut from the league after only three games, Misaka broke incredibly important ground when it comes to racial lines in professional sports.

Video of Misaka meeting Curry


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Orchestral" by Makai Symphony

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>55313ddb-d547-4267-a8bc-8fc521259659Tue, 10 May 2022 02:00:00 -050018:49falsefull9292Episode 91 - 6v6 BasketballEpisode 91 - 6v6 BasketballWith the exception of the formation of the game where Naismith had nine players vs. nine players, the game, within only a few years, had become entirely 5v5 -- except for the Iowan high school girls. Featuring a unique 6v6 style of play, each team had three forwards and three guards. The forwards played solely in the front court and the guards solely in the back. Neither group was allowed to cross the halfcourt line, and although it was sexistly designed so as to not overexert the girls, this idea may have singlehandedly saved Iowan girls' basketball.

Click here to see the 1973 Iowa State Girls' Basketball Championship with 6v6 teams!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>With the exception of the formation of the game where Naismith had nine players vs. nine players, the game, within only a few years, had become entirely 5v5 -- except for the Iowan high school girls. Featuring a unique 6v6 style of play, each team had three forwards and three guards. The forwards played solely in the front court and the guards solely in the back. Neither group was allowed to cross the halfcourt line, and although it was sexistly designed so as to not overexert the girls, this idea may have singlehandedly saved Iowan girls' basketball.

Click here to see the 1973 Iowa State Girls' Basketball Championship with 6v6 teams!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>f542cceb-59c6-4544-b613-6ad264008d19Tue, 03 May 2022 02:00:00 -050016:29falsefull9191Episode 90 - Walt Frazier: Coolest Man In The RoomEpisode 90 - Walt Frazier: Coolest Man In The RoomFew men in history have ever worn "cool" as well as Walt "Clyde" Frazier did. From his style of play to the cars he drove to the clothes he wore, the man was so cool that his presence could freeze ice cream left out in 90-degree heat. Clyde quite literally wrote the book on cool, entitled Rockin' Steady: A Guide to Basketball and Cool. Rarely seen without his signature stylish wide-brimmed fedora, this basketball star and fashion icon led the New York Knicks to the only two championships they hold to this day.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This Or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Few men in history have ever worn "cool" as well as Walt "Clyde" Frazier did. From his style of play to the cars he drove to the clothes he wore, the man was so cool that his presence could freeze ice cream left out in 90-degree heat. Clyde quite literally wrote the book on cool, entitled Rockin' Steady: A Guide to Basketball and Cool. Rarely seen without his signature stylish wide-brimmed fedora, this basketball star and fashion icon led the New York Knicks to the only two championships they hold to this day.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This Or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>5bf0c9c1-fc04-4996-90ea-51a916de07aeTue, 26 Apr 2022 02:00:00 -050018:19falsefull9090Episode 89 - The Box Score of ChaosEpisode 89 - The Box Score of ChaosFew sports matches in history can boast that they were played over the course of two different years, yet this game can. We here at BBH.101 have affectionately nicknamed it The Box Score of Chaos, not only because the first two-thirds was played in 1978 and the last third was played in 1979, but because three of the players are credited with statistics for both the teams involved! This is the story of one insane NBA matchup.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Few sports matches in history can boast that they were played over the course of two different years, yet this game can. We here at BBH.101 have affectionately nicknamed it The Box Score of Chaos, not only because the first two-thirds was played in 1978 and the last third was played in 1979, but because three of the players are credited with statistics for both the teams involved! This is the story of one insane NBA matchup.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>afdb13ad-9b41-4712-845e-20d9b1c192f9Tue, 19 Apr 2022 02:00:00 -050017:21falsefull8989Episode 88 - Bob Hurley: A Coach of the CommunityEpisode 88 - Bob Hurley: A Coach of the CommunityJust three high school coaches have ever been inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, and one of those is Bob Hurley. Despite only coaching at a small private Catholic school in New Jersey, Hurley sent over 150 players to Division I college programs and half a dozen to the NBA. In addition, he never took any payment for his coaching or speaking engagements over his 40+ years in the role in order to save St. Anthony's as much money as he could to fund the students' tuition. This man truly epitomized the idea of being a pillar of the community.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>Just three high school coaches have ever been inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, and one of those is Bob Hurley. Despite only coaching at a small private Catholic school in New Jersey, Hurley sent over 150 players to Division I college programs and half a dozen to the NBA. In addition, he never took any payment for his coaching or speaking engagements over his 40+ years in the role in order to save St. Anthony's as much money as he could to fund the students' tuition. This man truly epitomized the idea of being a pillar of the community.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>9249a6fd-b4c1-4d53-837b-effe7deaa4d2Tue, 12 Apr 2022 02:00:00 -050014:20falsefull8888Episode 87 - Naismith's Original Thirteen RulesEpisode 87 - Naismith's Original Thirteen RulesHOLD ON FOR ONE QUICK SECOND! As many of you will remember, over the past few months, we here at Basketball History 101 had a message at the beginning of our episodes asking you to vote our podcast for the Best Basketball Podcast award in the first annual Sports Podcast Awards. We were facing off against one-time defensive player of the year Michael Cooper's podcast, hall-of-fame coach George Karl's podcast, and several other amazing basketball podcasts. Well, against all odds, thanks to you loyal listeners, WE WON THE AWARD!

That's right! BBH.101 is now an award-winning podcast! We started this weekly show during the height of the virus out of our love for basketball and some newfound free time, and here we are a year and a half later with an award for it!

We here at BBH.101 could not be happier, and of course it's all thanks to you. Thank you for supporting us over the past year and a half. It means the world to us to have as many of you tuning in every week as we do, and for your love of basketball history to have brought us to where we are today. Again, thank you so, so much. Without each and every one of you, our lives would be that much less.

See the full awards show here!

Or, if you only care about the basketball segment, click here for that clip!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>HOLD ON FOR ONE QUICK SECOND! As many of you will remember, over the past few months, we here at Basketball History 101 had a message at the beginning of our episodes asking you to vote our podcast for the Best Basketball Podcast award in the first annual Sports Podcast Awards. We were facing off against one-time defensive player of the year Michael Cooper's podcast, hall-of-fame coach George Karl's podcast, and several other amazing basketball podcasts. Well, against all odds, thanks to you loyal listeners, WE WON THE AWARD!

That's right! BBH.101 is now an award-winning podcast! We started this weekly show during the height of the virus out of our love for basketball and some newfound free time, and here we are a year and a half later with an award for it!

We here at BBH.101 could not be happier, and of course it's all thanks to you. Thank you for supporting us over the past year and a half. It means the world to us to have as many of you tuning in every week as we do, and for your love of basketball history to have brought us to where we are today. Again, thank you so, so much. Without each and every one of you, our lives would be that much less.

See the full awards show here!

Or, if you only care about the basketball segment, click here for that clip!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>b42b076e-28c9-4b76-839f-d5956c5db5dbTue, 05 Apr 2022 02:00:00 -050017:42falsefull8787Episode 86 - Dave Bing: Man of SteelEpisode 86 - Dave Bing: Man of SteelA member of the NBA's 75 List, Dave Bing is definitely one of the greatest NBA players of all time. A contemporary of Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain, he was an incredible scorer and team player. Even after retirement from basketball, he started a legitimate steel processing company and became an award-winning businessman. Despite all of this, however, he is so rarely talked about today. In hopes of figuring out why, Rick investigates just what led to him being so forgotten as he explores the fascinating story of Dave Bing.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>A member of the NBA's 75 List, Dave Bing is definitely one of the greatest NBA players of all time. A contemporary of Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain, he was an incredible scorer and team player. Even after retirement from basketball, he started a legitimate steel processing company and became an award-winning businessman. Despite all of this, however, he is so rarely talked about today. In hopes of figuring out why, Rick investigates just what led to him being so forgotten as he explores the fascinating story of Dave Bing.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa

 

SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>e328b07c-7910-4730-8edd-dcd3718b251fTue, 29 Mar 2022 02:00:00 -050016:38falsefull8686Episode 85 - The Day the All-Stars QuitEpisode 85 - The Day the All-Stars QuitOn January 14, 1964, the Boston Garden was set to host the first televised All-Star Game -- a monetary breakthrough for the NBA! Featuring such basketball giants as Oscar Robertson, Jerry West, Bill Russell, and Wilt Chamberlain, this was to be one of the greatest All-Star matchups in NBA history... That is, until all 21 players refused to take the court until the owners agreed to formally recognize the Players' Union. Demanding medical benefits, per diem, trainers, and more, the owners had dodged any sort of agreement for years, but despite threats of being fired, the players saw this TV contract as their opportunity to finally force the owners' hands...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>On January 14, 1964, the Boston Garden was set to host the first televised All-Star Game -- a monetary breakthrough for the NBA! Featuring such basketball giants as Oscar Robertson, Jerry West, Bill Russell, and Wilt Chamberlain, this was to be one of the greatest All-Star matchups in NBA history... That is, until all 21 players refused to take the court until the owners agreed to formally recognize the Players' Union. Demanding medical benefits, per diem, trainers, and more, the owners had dodged any sort of agreement for years, but despite threats of being fired, the players saw this TV contract as their opportunity to finally force the owners' hands...

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

 

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]]>6cfdacda-864a-409b-9cc8-bf5f4a1ad16dTue, 22 Mar 2022 02:00:00 -050019:22falsefull8585Episode 84 - The World Professional Basketball TournamentEpisode 84 - The World Professional Basketball TournamentPrior to the creation of the NBA, there was no good method of determining who was the greatest basketball team. Therefore, the World Professional Basketball Tournament was organized annually, and although it only lasted a decade, it allowed the greatest teams to compete against one another for the title of World Champion.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Prior to the creation of the NBA, there was no good method of determining who was the greatest basketball team. Therefore, the World Professional Basketball Tournament was organized annually, and although it only lasted a decade, it allowed the greatest teams to compete against one another for the title of World Champion.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

 

MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>5d3d2486-35d9-4648-915d-62b0650870baTue, 15 Mar 2022 02:00:00 -050012:24falsefull8484Episode 83 - Wes Unseld: The Rookie MVPEpisode 83 - Wes Unseld: The Rookie MVPWes Unseld was severely undersized for being an NBA center, standing at a height of only 6'6". Despite this, he reached league MVP while still in his rookie year and later became a five-time All-Star. Now in the Hall of Fame, Unseld overcame long odds to become one of the best players in NBA history.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Wes Unseld was severely undersized for being an NBA center, standing at a height of only 6'6". Despite this, he reached league MVP while still in his rookie year and later became a five-time All-Star. Now in the Hall of Fame, Unseld overcame long odds to become one of the best players in NBA history.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


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"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>613ab029-a89b-4679-8eea-5e5c06fc960fTue, 08 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -050015:51falsefull8383<p>Wes Unseld was severely undersized for being an NBA center, standing at a height of only 6'6". Despite this, he reached league MVP while still in his rookie year and later became a five-time All-Star. Now in the Hall of Fame, Unseld overcame long odds to become one of the best players in NBA history.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 82 - The Lister Blister and The Dunk of DeathEpisode 82 - The Lister Blister and The Dunk of DeathBreaking from tradition today, Rick tells two stories of some of the greatest dunks in basketball history. All great dunks have names, and these two are no exceptions. The Lister Blister was performed by Shawn Kemp of the Seattle SuperSonics when he windmill jammed over the head of Golden State's Alton Lister, and Le Dunk de la Mort, or The Dunk of Death, was tomahawked by Vince Carter over French player Frederic Weiss at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.


Link to YouTube highlight of The Lister Blister: https://youtu.be/l2GaAWdHwsw

Link to YouTube highlight of The Dunk of Death: https://youtu.be/k_uZeCymShQ


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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Breaking from tradition today, Rick tells two stories of some of the greatest dunks in basketball history. All great dunks have names, and these two are no exceptions. The Lister Blister was performed by Shawn Kemp of the Seattle SuperSonics when he windmill jammed over the head of Golden State's Alton Lister, and Le Dunk de la Mort, or The Dunk of Death, was tomahawked by Vince Carter over French player Frederic Weiss at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.


Link to YouTube highlight of The Lister Blister: https://youtu.be/l2GaAWdHwsw

Link to YouTube highlight of The Dunk of Death: https://youtu.be/k_uZeCymShQ


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>9bfe9d72-ca86-4434-a14c-d90515388ccdTue, 01 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -050014:37falsefull8282<p>Breaking from tradition today, Rick tells two stories of some of the greatest dunks in basketball history. All great dunks have names, and these two are no exceptions. The Lister Blister was performed by Shawn Kemp of the Seattle SuperSonics when he windmill jammed over the head of Golden State's Alton Lister, and Le Dunk de la Mort, or The Dunk of Death, was tomahawked by Vince Carter over French player Frederic Weiss at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Link to YouTube highlight of The Lister Blister: <a href="https://youtu.be/l2GaAWdHwsw" target="_blank"><u>https://youtu.be/l2GaAWdHwsw</u></a></p> <p>Link to YouTube highlight of The Dunk of Death: <a href="https://youtu.be/k_uZeCymShQ" target="_blank"><u>https://youtu.be/k_uZeCymShQ</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Take Care" by Julian Avila</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 81 - Wilt and Kareem: The NBA's FrenemiesEpisode 81 - Wilt and Kareem: The NBA's FrenemiesWilt Chamberlain and Lew Alcindor began their relationship as great friends with Wilt playing the big brother to Lew. Unfortunately, things took a turn for the worse when Lew, now going by the more recognizable name of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, joined the NBA. While Wilt was much older, their careers overlapped by a few years -- and Kareem began to outplay his friend. Slowly but surely, jealousy crept into Wilt's life, culminating in his all-time NBA scoring record being broken by Kareem. By the 1980s, the two were no longer on speaking terms. Today, Rick tells the tragic tale of these two terrific centers.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Wilt Chamberlain and Lew Alcindor began their relationship as great friends with Wilt playing the big brother to Lew. Unfortunately, things took a turn for the worse when Lew, now going by the more recognizable name of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, joined the NBA. While Wilt was much older, their careers overlapped by a few years -- and Kareem began to outplay his friend. Slowly but surely, jealousy crept into Wilt's life, culminating in his all-time NBA scoring record being broken by Kareem. By the 1980s, the two were no longer on speaking terms. Today, Rick tells the tragic tale of these two terrific centers.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>13c5d0ff-e6a3-42a1-b610-826f11345fbeTue, 22 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -050017:23falsefull8181<p>Wilt Chamberlain and Lew Alcindor began their relationship as great friends with Wilt playing the big brother to Lew. Unfortunately, things took a turn for the worse when Lew, now going by the more recognizable name of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, joined the NBA. While Wilt was much older, their careers overlapped by a few years -- and Kareem began to outplay his friend. Slowly but surely, jealousy crept into Wilt's life, culminating in his all-time NBA scoring record being broken by Kareem. By the 1980s, the two were no longer on speaking terms. Today, Rick tells the tragic tale of these two terrific centers.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"This or That" by Reks</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 80 - Willis ReedEpisode 80 - Willis ReedFrom an underdog player to a Hall of Fame player, Willis Reed is still the only captain in the New York Knicks' history to win an NBA championship. As he led his team to two titles both physically and emotionally, Reed is regarded today as one of the greatest players of all time.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

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]]>From an underdog player to a Hall of Fame player, Willis Reed is still the only captain in the New York Knicks' history to win an NBA championship. As he led his team to two titles both physically and emotionally, Reed is regarded today as one of the greatest players of all time.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>6e347401-770c-476d-9be8-acb3dcddb1a1Tue, 15 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -050024:18falsefull8080<p>From an underdog player to a Hall of Fame player, Willis Reed is still the only captain in the New York Knicks' history to win an NBA championship. As he led his team to two titles both physically and emotionally, Reed is regarded today as one of the greatest players of all time.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 79 - The Highest-Scoring GameEpisode 79 - The Highest-Scoring GameIn 1983, the Detroit Pistons challenged the Denver Nuggets in an NBA game. The final score? 186-184, the highest score in league history. Four players scored over 40 points that night, but why? Even thirty years later, that kind of score is unheard of. What exactly happened to create such a record? Today, Rick investigates the events of that cold December night.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>In 1983, the Detroit Pistons challenged the Denver Nuggets in an NBA game. The final score? 186-184, the highest score in league history. Four players scored over 40 points that night, but why? Even thirty years later, that kind of score is unheard of. What exactly happened to create such a record? Today, Rick investigates the events of that cold December night.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>336be5a2-2b96-447d-83c3-38478957b96eTue, 08 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -050015:06falsefull7979<p>In 1983, the Detroit Pistons challenged the Denver Nuggets in an NBA game. The final score? 186-184, the highest score in league history. Four players scored over 40 points that night, but why? Even thirty years later, that kind of score is unheard of. What exactly happened to create such a record? Today, Rick investigates the events of that cold December night.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Rock You" by RockSounds</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 78 - Meadowlark Lemon: The ShowmanEpisode 78 - Meadowlark Lemon: The ShowmanMeadowlark Lemon is remembered as one of the greatest Globetrotters in the team's history. His gift for comedy connected with audiences for nearly 30 years. Despite his remarkable showmanship, however, his actual basketball skills lacked true greatness, leading to resentment from his teammates and a downfall of his own making.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

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]]>Meadowlark Lemon is remembered as one of the greatest Globetrotters in the team's history. His gift for comedy connected with audiences for nearly 30 years. Despite his remarkable showmanship, however, his actual basketball skills lacked true greatness, leading to resentment from his teammates and a downfall of his own making.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>6d1fae8d-916a-48df-92db-950d56cc84ddTue, 01 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -050016:39falsefull7878<p>Meadowlark Lemon is remembered as one of the greatest Globetrotters in the team's history. His gift for comedy connected with audiences for nearly 30 years. Despite his remarkable showmanship, however, his actual basketball skills lacked true greatness, leading to resentment from his teammates and a downfall of his own making.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 77 - The Recruitment of Moses MaloneEpisode 77 - The Recruitment of Moses MaloneThe college recruitment of Moses Malone was so steeped in NCAA violations that his case was under investigation for his entire senior year of high school. Despite an agreement he made with the University of Maryland, however, he was approached by the Utah Stars of the ABA who had a single revolutionary offer: skip college altogether and make the jump straight to the professional ranks...


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Running" by Jens East

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>The college recruitment of Moses Malone was so steeped in NCAA violations that his case was under investigation for his entire senior year of high school. Despite an agreement he made with the University of Maryland, however, he was approached by the Utah Stars of the ABA who had a single revolutionary offer: skip college altogether and make the jump straight to the professional ranks...


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Running" by Jens East

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>badfaf42-8a16-41fe-b67b-58a86469bf1fTue, 25 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -050016:02falsefull7777<p>The college recruitment of Moses Malone was so steeped in NCAA violations that his case was under investigation for his entire senior year of high school. Despite an agreement he made with the University of Maryland, however, he was approached by the Utah Stars of the ABA who had a single revolutionary offer: skip college altogether and make the jump straight to the professional ranks...</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan</p> <p>"Running" by Jens East</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 76 - The Coach Who Cut Charles BarkleyEpisode 76 - The Coach Who Cut Charles BarkleyIn 1984, American basketball coach Bob Knight was selecting his Olympic squad from about 100 college athletes. Charles Barkley, Karl Malone, and John Stockton -- three players who would soon join the NBA and eventually end up in the Hall of Fame together -- all were at the tryout, and Coach Knight decided to cut all three of them. What led to Knight ignoring some of the greatest basketball talent in history that had fallen into his lap? Today, Rick tells that story.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

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]]>In 1984, American basketball coach Bob Knight was selecting his Olympic squad from about 100 college athletes. Charles Barkley, Karl Malone, and John Stockton -- three players who would soon join the NBA and eventually end up in the Hall of Fame together -- all were at the tryout, and Coach Knight decided to cut all three of them. What led to Knight ignoring some of the greatest basketball talent in history that had fallen into his lap? Today, Rick tells that story.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


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"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>056770f2-2a1b-4235-8300-8636a6a8ccfaTue, 18 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -050016:43falsefull7676<p>In 1984, American basketball coach Bob Knight was selecting his Olympic squad from about 100 college athletes. Charles Barkley, Karl Malone, and John Stockton -- three players who would soon join the NBA and eventually end up in the Hall of Fame together -- all were at the tryout, and Coach Knight decided to cut <em>all three of them. </em>What led to Knight ignoring some of the greatest basketball talent in history that had fallen into his lap? Today, Rick tells that story.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Take Care" by Julian Avila</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 75 - Sam Jones: An Overshadowed SuperstarEpisode 75 - Sam Jones: An Overshadowed SuperstarDespite being one of the greatest shooting guards in NBA history, Sam Jones is talked about shockingly little. His ten championship rings are unmatched by any except Bill Russel's eleven, so why is he rarely discussed? Today, Rick tackles that question in hopes of reviving the memory of this incredible athlete.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Despite being one of the greatest shooting guards in NBA history, Sam Jones is talked about shockingly little. His ten championship rings are unmatched by any except Bill Russel's eleven, so why is he rarely discussed? Today, Rick tackles that question in hopes of reviving the memory of this incredible athlete.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"This or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>3112dfed-6788-4f9c-845b-29f2390f932cTue, 11 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -050013:49falsefull7575<p>Despite being one of the greatest shooting guards in NBA history, Sam Jones is talked about shockingly little. His ten championship rings are unmatched by any except Bill Russel's eleven, so why is he rarely discussed? Today, Rick tackles that question in hopes of reviving the memory of this incredible athlete.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"This or That" by Reks</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 74 - The Baltimore Bullets: The Lost ChampionsEpisode 74 - The Baltimore Bullets: The Lost ChampionsOnce an undervalued minor league team, the Baltimore Bullets jumped at the chance to join an upstart league: the BAA, later to be known as the NBA. Taking this new league by storm, the Bullets surprised everyone by winning the championship in their first season. But another new team approached, one with such incredible talent that the Bullets were sent spiraling to be long forgotten in the halls of history...


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Has Swung" by Shane Ivers

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Once an undervalued minor league team, the Baltimore Bullets jumped at the chance to join an upstart league: the BAA, later to be known as the NBA. Taking this new league by storm, the Bullets surprised everyone by winning the championship in their first season. But another new team approached, one with such incredible talent that the Bullets were sent spiraling to be long forgotten in the halls of history...


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Has Swung" by Shane Ivers

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>e0392fe4-bf9e-4153-92ba-a63361c627aaTue, 04 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -050015:40falsefull7474<p>Once an undervalued minor league team, the Baltimore Bullets jumped at the chance to join an upstart league: the BAA, later to be known as the NBA. Taking this new league by storm, the Bullets surprised everyone by winning the championship in their first season. But another new team approached, one with such incredible talent that the Bullets were sent spiraling to be long forgotten in the halls of history...</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Swing Has Swung" by Shane Ivers</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 73 - The Shot Heard Round The WorldEpisode 73 - The Shot Heard Round The WorldWhen Garfield Heard, a role player on the Phoenix Suns, hit a buzzerbeater shot to send Game 5 of the 1976 NBA Finals to its third overtime, it made basketball history and would be forever known as The Shot Heard Round The World.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>When Garfield Heard, a role player on the Phoenix Suns, hit a buzzerbeater shot to send Game 5 of the 1976 NBA Finals to its third overtime, it made basketball history and would be forever known as The Shot Heard Round The World.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>440566c6-523d-4a39-b254-06fce1c80facTue, 28 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -050015:48falsefull7373<p>When Garfield Heard, a role player on the Phoenix Suns, hit a buzzerbeater shot to send Game 5 of the 1976 NBA Finals to its third overtime, it made basketball history and would be forever known as The Shot Heard Round The World.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Christmas 2021 Special: When the Lakers Wanted Bill RussellChristmas 2021 Special: When the Lakers Wanted Bill RussellIn 1956, the Minneapolis Lakers were struggling with a losing record. Sid Hartman, the Lakers' general manager, had the idea to tank the rest of the season in an attempt to get the first pick in the draft and claim the great Bill Russell himself.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Christmas Village" by Aaron Kenny

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>In 1956, the Minneapolis Lakers were struggling with a losing record. Sid Hartman, the Lakers' general manager, had the idea to tank the rest of the season in an attempt to get the first pick in the draft and claim the great Bill Russell himself.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Christmas Village" by Aaron Kenny

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>3813686f-7de8-4e48-9afb-c6969eb55262Sat, 25 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -050009:32falsebonus<p>In 1956, the Minneapolis Lakers were struggling with a losing record. Sid Hartman, the Lakers' general manager, had the idea to tank the rest of the season in an attempt to get the first pick in the draft and claim the great Bill Russell himself.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Christmas Village" by Aaron Kenny</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 72 - Arvydas SabonisEpisode 72 - Arvydas SabonisIn the late 1980s, Arvydas Sabonis was the greatest player in the world -- yet, because he lived behind the Iron Curtain, he was unable to play in the NBA. When the Berlin Wall finally fell and he joined the Portland Trail Blazers, he was already in his 30s, well past his prime. Despite this, he still managed to play at a dominant level in the NBA against much younger men.


Link to Sabonis's top ten plays: https://youtu.be/WEYnLxrs4W8

Link to highlight reel of Sabonis's time on the Portland Trail Blazers: https://youtu.be/mbu4aKh57yw


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"At Sunrise" by the Osipov State Russian Folk Orchestra, Vera Nikolaevna Gorodovskaya, Vitaly Gnutov, and Rudolf Belov

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>In the late 1980s, Arvydas Sabonis was the greatest player in the world -- yet, because he lived behind the Iron Curtain, he was unable to play in the NBA. When the Berlin Wall finally fell and he joined the Portland Trail Blazers, he was already in his 30s, well past his prime. Despite this, he still managed to play at a dominant level in the NBA against much younger men.


Link to Sabonis's top ten plays: https://youtu.be/WEYnLxrs4W8

Link to highlight reel of Sabonis's time on the Portland Trail Blazers: https://youtu.be/mbu4aKh57yw


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"At Sunrise" by the Osipov State Russian Folk Orchestra, Vera Nikolaevna Gorodovskaya, Vitaly Gnutov, and Rudolf Belov

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>348f3590-b808-4af4-8ec5-dfc5b03ee0b7Thu, 23 Dec 2021 19:09:39 -050017:17falsefull7272<p>In the late 1980s, Arvydas Sabonis was the greatest player in the world -- yet, because he lived behind the Iron Curtain, he was unable to play in the NBA. When the Berlin Wall finally fell and he joined the Portland Trail Blazers, he was already in his 30s, well past his prime. Despite this, he still managed to play at a dominant level in the NBA against much younger men.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Link to Sabonis's top ten plays: <a href="https://youtu.be/WEYnLxrs4W8"><u>https://youtu.be/WEYnLxrs4W8</u></a></p> <p>Link to highlight reel of Sabonis's time on the Portland Trail Blazers: <a href="https://youtu.be/mbu4aKh57yw"><u>https://youtu.be/mbu4aKh57yw</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"At Sunrise" by the Osipov State Russian Folk Orchestra, Vera Nikolaevna Gorodovskaya, Vitaly Gnutov, and Rudolf Belov</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="https://bballhistory101@gmail.com/"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 71 - The CagersEpisode 71 - The CagersDuring the 1920s and 30s, basketball players were nicknamed "cagers" because of the net wall, or cage, that separated the court from the stands. Fans at basketball games had a tendency to be violent toward the athletes, so the cage was intended to protect the players -- although it ultimately backfired and became used as a weapon...


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Speakeasy" by Shane Ivers

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>During the 1920s and 30s, basketball players were nicknamed "cagers" because of the net wall, or cage, that separated the court from the stands. Fans at basketball games had a tendency to be violent toward the athletes, so the cage was intended to protect the players -- although it ultimately backfired and became used as a weapon...


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Speakeasy" by Shane Ivers

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>cae83e35-e450-48f9-b9e2-879343ae121cTue, 14 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -050014:37falsefull7171<p>During the 1920s and 30s, basketball players were nicknamed "cagers" because of the net wall, or cage, that separated the court from the stands. Fans at basketball games had a tendency to be violent toward the athletes, so the cage was intended to protect the players -- although it ultimately backfired and became used as a weapon...</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Speakeasy" by Shane Ivers</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 70 - Mr. Basketball: The Legend of George Mikan, pt. 2Episode 70 - Mr. Basketball: The Legend of George Mikan, pt. 2Today Rick tells the second half of the legend of George Mikan, the former greatest basketball player. Winning seven titles in eight years across two leagues, this giant of a center was so unstoppable that the NBA changed their rules to limit him. His talent and dominance eventually landed him a friend in the much-younger Shaquille O'Neill -- a rookie center who respected the greatness of his predecessor.

Make sure to listen to part 1, which covers his grandparents' immigration, an average childhood, and an incredible five-year college run!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Today Rick tells the second half of the legend of George Mikan, the former greatest basketball player. Winning seven titles in eight years across two leagues, this giant of a center was so unstoppable that the NBA changed their rules to limit him. His talent and dominance eventually landed him a friend in the much-younger Shaquille O'Neill -- a rookie center who respected the greatness of his predecessor.

Make sure to listen to part 1, which covers his grandparents' immigration, an average childhood, and an incredible five-year college run!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>e7eb1f7d-a8dd-455d-83e3-58957fb842c7Tue, 07 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -050020:53falsefull7070<p>Today Rick tells the second half of the legend of George Mikan, the former greatest basketball player. Winning seven titles in eight years across two leagues, this giant of a center was so unstoppable that the NBA changed their rules to limit him. His talent and dominance eventually landed him a friend in the much-younger Shaquille O'Neill -- a rookie center who respected the greatness of his predecessor.</p> <p>Make sure to listen to part 1, which covers his grandparents' immigration, an average childhood, and an incredible five-year college run!</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 69 - Mr. Basketball: The Legend of George Mikan, pt. 1Episode 69 - Mr. Basketball: The Legend of George Mikan, pt. 1After months of planning and research, Rick finally takes on the story of Mr. Basketball, the great George Mikan himself, in a two part episode. From his grandparents' emigration from Croatia to America, to his prolonged college career, Rick tells the story of the former greatest player.

Part 2 is out now, where we cover his dominance in two different professional leagues and the effect he would have on another, much younger, Hall-of-Fame center!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>After months of planning and research, Rick finally takes on the story of Mr. Basketball, the great George Mikan himself, in a two part episode. From his grandparents' emigration from Croatia to America, to his prolonged college career, Rick tells the story of the former greatest player.

Part 2 is out now, where we cover his dominance in two different professional leagues and the effect he would have on another, much younger, Hall-of-Fame center!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>6cf23706-1d4f-4819-bea6-e672eb40e91dTue, 30 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -050018:06falsefull6969<p>After months of planning and research, Rick finally takes on the story of Mr. Basketball, the great George Mikan himself, in a two part episode. From his grandparents' emigration from Croatia to America, to his prolonged college career, Rick tells the story of the former greatest player.</p> <p>Part 2 is out now, where we cover his dominance in two different professional leagues and the effect he would have on another, much younger, Hall-of-Fame center!</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 68 - The Game That Nobody SawEpisode 68 - The Game That Nobody SawThis story is about an illegal game between a black team and a white team in the racially segregated South of the United States, a game meant to be kept a total secret. Both teams were dominating their respective competition and wanted a chance to see which of them was better. After all, the teams were only located three miles from each other. Rick shares the context leading up to the game and then the game itself -- as well as what happened afterward.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>This story is about an illegal game between a black team and a white team in the racially segregated South of the United States, a game meant to be kept a total secret. Both teams were dominating their respective competition and wanted a chance to see which of them was better. After all, the teams were only located three miles from each other. Rick shares the context leading up to the game and then the game itself -- as well as what happened afterward.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


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]]>7707022a-e355-4829-bba5-3f85f9505c6eTue, 23 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -050022:12falsefull6868<p>This story is about an illegal game between a black team and a white team in the racially segregated South of the United States, a game meant to be kept a total secret. Both teams were dominating their respective competition and wanted a chance to see which of them was better. After all, the teams were only located three miles from each other. Rick shares the context leading up to the game and then the game itself -- as well as what happened afterward.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 67 - The Birth of the NBAEpisode 67 - The Birth of the NBAWhat motivated the original owners of the NBA teams to start a new league, and why did they choose basketball? This is that story.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>What motivated the original owners of the NBA teams to start a new league, and why did they choose basketball? This is that story.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>97a8c5a8-9f44-4f03-a277-c39b988bf1baTue, 16 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -050015:06falsefull6767<p>What motivated the original owners of the NBA teams to start a new league, and why did they choose basketball? This is that story.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 66 - Nate "Tiny" ArchibaldEpisode 66 - Nate "Tiny" ArchibaldToday we profile Nate “Tiny” Archibald, the only player in NBA history to lead the league in scoring and assists in the same season. He deserves to be in the conversation of the greatest guards in league history.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Today we profile Nate “Tiny” Archibald, the only player in NBA history to lead the league in scoring and assists in the same season. He deserves to be in the conversation of the greatest guards in league history.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>ac59a3be-85b6-4f62-acff-796356312e7dTue, 09 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -050013:33falsefull6666<p>Today we profile Nate “Tiny” Archibald, the only player in NBA history to lead the league in scoring and assists in the same season. He deserves to be in the conversation of the greatest guards in league history.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 65 - Globetrotters vs. Lakers: THE REMATCHEpisode 65 - Globetrotters vs. Lakers: THE REMATCHEver since their first game against -- and first loss to -- the Harlem Globetrotters, the Minneapolis Lakers had wanted their revenge. Welcome to the rematch, where they just might have a chance...


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Ever since their first game against -- and first loss to -- the Harlem Globetrotters, the Minneapolis Lakers had wanted their revenge. Welcome to the rematch, where they just might have a chance...


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


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]]>4168ff3a-20fc-45b2-b669-54a2c81a86feTue, 02 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -050012:59falsefull6565<p>Ever since their first game against -- and first loss to -- the Harlem Globetrotters, the Minneapolis Lakers had wanted their revenge. Welcome to the rematch, where they just might have a chance...</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 64 - Breaking The NBA Color BarrierEpisode 64 - Breaking The NBA Color BarrierThe NBA’s color barrier was broken in 1950 by three players simultaneously: Chuck Cooper, Nat Clifton, and Earl Lloyd. Each had a hand in its downfall, as one was drafted first, one signed first, and one played first.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>The NBA’s color barrier was broken in 1950 by three players simultaneously: Chuck Cooper, Nat Clifton, and Earl Lloyd. Each had a hand in its downfall, as one was drafted first, one signed first, and one played first.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>9b2e8e3d-3324-426a-8683-99e05a11a6acTue, 26 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -050015:44falsefull6464<p>The NBA’s color barrier was broken in 1950 by three players simultaneously: Chuck Cooper, Nat Clifton, and Earl Lloyd. Each had a hand in its downfall, as one was drafted first, one signed first, and one played first.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 63 - When Magic Johnson Fired His CoachEpisode 63 - When Magic Johnson Fired His Coach047143ac-4b46-4015-a642-9f5a80e9819fWed, 20 Oct 2021 01:11:03 -050023:44falsefull6363When Magic Johnson was just 22 years old, he demanded a trade after disagreeing with the offense Coach Paul Westhead was running. Westhead was fired later that day, making Johnson look like the epitome of a spoiled athlete.  Make sure to check out today's bonus episode, where Rick shares some thoughts on the new 75th NBA season, beginning tonight! CREDITS Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher MUSIC "Take Care" by Julian Avila "Horizons" by Roa SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK sportshistorynetwork.com sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/ FACEBOOK m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/ BUSINESS CONTACT bballhistory101@gmail.com NBA Season Special - 75th AnniversaryNBA Season Special - 75th AnniversaryWe here at Basketball History 101 are so excited to see the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Season, and we hope you are too! Rick shares a couple of thoughts on the new season.

Make sure to check out today's usual episode as well, where we discuss the time when Magic Johnson got his own coach fired after a disagreement on game strategy.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>We here at Basketball History 101 are so excited to see the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Season, and we hope you are too! Rick shares a couple of thoughts on the new season.

Make sure to check out today's usual episode as well, where we discuss the time when Magic Johnson got his own coach fired after a disagreement on game strategy.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>22a4524b-861e-4151-a0c2-be965c0104ffTue, 19 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -050006:03falsebonus<p>We here at Basketball History 101 are so excited to see the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Season, and we hope you are too! Rick shares a couple of thoughts on the new season.</p> <p>Make sure to check out today's usual episode as well, where we discuss the time when Magic Johnson got his own coach fired after a disagreement on game strategy.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 62 - The 1969 NBA FinalsEpisode 62 - The 1969 NBA FinalsThe Lakers and Celtics battled for the 1969 NBA championship, and it came down the very end of Game 7. Bill Russell, Sam Jones, and John Havlicek of the Celtics starred against Jerry West, Elgin Baylor, and Wilt Chamberlain of the Lakers.  One of the most competitive Finals ever, Russell and Jones would ultimately retire at the end of the series.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>The Lakers and Celtics battled for the 1969 NBA championship, and it came down the very end of Game 7. Bill Russell, Sam Jones, and John Havlicek of the Celtics starred against Jerry West, Elgin Baylor, and Wilt Chamberlain of the Lakers.  One of the most competitive Finals ever, Russell and Jones would ultimately retire at the end of the series.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>74ec26ab-69bc-4f12-a1eb-8750b0b9907aTue, 12 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -050020:22falsefull6262<p>The Lakers and Celtics battled for the 1969 NBA championship, and it came down the very end of Game 7. Bill Russell, Sam Jones, and John Havlicek of the Celtics starred against Jerry West, Elgin Baylor, and Wilt Chamberlain of the Lakers.&nbsp; One of the most competitive Finals ever, Russell and Jones would ultimately retire at the end of the series.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Take Care" by Julian Avila</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 61 - Kevin McHale's Torture ChamberEpisode 61 - Kevin McHale's Torture ChamberKevin McHale’s low post moves were known as the Torture Chamber, and any defender trying to stop him was in for a long night. He is one of the 50 greatest players in NBA for a reason, but he also had a huge impact as an NBA executive as he ushered in the high school era of the late 1990s.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Kevin McHale’s low post moves were known as the Torture Chamber, and any defender trying to stop him was in for a long night. He is one of the 50 greatest players in NBA for a reason, but he also had a huge impact as an NBA executive as he ushered in the high school era of the late 1990s.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>988f7ab8-abd1-4b98-9bd9-1ac6a38f512dWed, 06 Oct 2021 02:53:12 -050021:51falsefull6161<p>Kevin McHale’s low post moves were known as the Torture Chamber, and any defender trying to stop him was in for a long night. He is one of the 50 greatest players in NBA for a reason, but he also had a huge impact as an NBA executive as he ushered in the high school era of the late 1990s.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Rock You" by RockSounds</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 60 - Dutch Dehnert: Perfector of the PivotEpisode 60 - Dutch Dehnert: Perfector of the PivotDutch Dehnert is credited with perfecting the concept of the pivot in basketball. He played for the Original Celtics and his ideas about how to create cutting lanes led the Celtics to dominate their era. Dehnert and three of his teammates are all in the Hall of Fame today.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Dutch Dehnert is credited with perfecting the concept of the pivot in basketball. He played for the Original Celtics and his ideas about how to create cutting lanes led the Celtics to dominate their era. Dehnert and three of his teammates are all in the Hall of Fame today.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>1be262ca-3775-418f-9530-56464d9aa28eTue, 28 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -050014:28falsefull6060<p>Dutch Dehnert is credited with perfecting the concept of the pivot in basketball. He played for the Original Celtics and his ideas about how to create cutting lanes led the Celtics to dominate their era. Dehnert and three of his teammates are all in the Hall of Fame today.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 59 - The Continental Basketball AssociationEpisode 59 - The Continental Basketball AssociationThe Continental Basketball Association, or the CBA, was the primary development league for the NBA prior to the formation of the G-League. It originally started as a rival to the NBA before settling as America’s secondary league. Eventually, because of some bad decisions by Isaiah Thomas, the league folded.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>The Continental Basketball Association, or the CBA, was the primary development league for the NBA prior to the formation of the G-League. It originally started as a rival to the NBA before settling as America’s secondary league. Eventually, because of some bad decisions by Isaiah Thomas, the league folded.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>8d4a541a-5d2c-4fe6-8bcb-3c8ce5a78f2fWed, 22 Sep 2021 05:16:21 -050018:48falsefull5959<p>The Continental Basketball Association, or the CBA, was the primary development league for the NBA prior to the formation of the G-League. It originally started as a rival to the NBA before settling as America’s secondary league. Eventually, because of some bad decisions by Isaiah Thomas, the league folded.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 58 - Phog Allen: The Father of Basketball CoachingEpisode 58 - Phog Allen: The Father of Basketball CoachingToday, we cover the story of Forrest “Phog” Allen, the Father of Basketball Coaching. His books on basketball became the foundation for how other coaches approached the training of their players. He set the template that is still followed today regarding the development of players.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Today, we cover the story of Forrest “Phog” Allen, the Father of Basketball Coaching. His books on basketball became the foundation for how other coaches approached the training of their players. He set the template that is still followed today regarding the development of players.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>68e4dccf-c3f0-4cc7-a696-3d809ecec1aeWed, 15 Sep 2021 04:24:47 -050016:43falsefull5858<p>Today, we cover the story of Forrest “Phog” Allen, the Father of Basketball Coaching. His books on basketball became the foundation for how other coaches approached the training of their players. He set the template that is still followed today regarding the development of players.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="//sportshistorynetwork.com" target="_blank"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="//sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/" target="_blank"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p>FACEBOOK</p> <p><a href="//m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/" target="_blank"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p>BUSINESS CONTACT</p> <p><a href="//bballhistory101@gmail.com" target="_blank"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 57 - Havlicek Stole The BallEpisode 57 - Havlicek Stole The BallWe cover arguably the most famous defensive play in NBA history, the night where Havlicek stole the ball. His steal bailed out Bill Russell, who had just made a devastating turnover.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>We cover arguably the most famous defensive play in NBA history, the night where Havlicek stole the ball. His steal bailed out Bill Russell, who had just made a devastating turnover.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>38a7d207-7bac-4427-90b9-3f3311771022Tue, 07 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -050015:18falsefull5757<p>We cover arguably the most famous defensive play in NBA history, the night where Havlicek stole the ball. His steal bailed out Bill Russell, who had just made a devastating turnover.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 56 - Paul ArizinEpisode 56 - Paul ArizinOn today's episode of Basketball History 101, we profile one of the NBA’s 50 greatest players: Paul Arizin. He was one of the NBA’s early stars and one of only four players in NBA history to make the All-Star Game in every season he played!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>On today's episode of Basketball History 101, we profile one of the NBA’s 50 greatest players: Paul Arizin. He was one of the NBA’s early stars and one of only four players in NBA history to make the All-Star Game in every season he played!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>9e3b0ffb-f2ef-428a-8669-5bbbc7d8322eTue, 31 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -050015:40falsefull5656<p>On today's episode of Basketball History 101, we profile one of the NBA’s 50 greatest players: Paul Arizin. He was one of the NBA’s early stars and one of only four players in NBA history to make the All-Star Game in every season he played!</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 55 - Bob Davies: 1940s SuperstarEpisode 55 - Bob Davies: 1940s SuperstarThis week, Rick covers Bob Davies, the most forgotten player in basketball history. Despite deserving to be added to the list of the top 50 basketball players of all time, his name is nowhere to be found on said lists.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>This week, Rick covers Bob Davies, the most forgotten player in basketball history. Despite deserving to be added to the list of the top 50 basketball players of all time, his name is nowhere to be found on said lists.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>1a172c98-a0bb-4ac1-ae8e-e91901effdacTue, 24 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -050032:13falsefull5555<p>This week, Rick covers Bob Davies, the most forgotten player in basketball history. Despite deserving to be added to the list of the top 50 basketball players of all time, his name is nowhere to be found on said lists.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 54 - The Kentucky ColonelsEpisode 54 - The Kentucky ColonelsThe Kentucky Colonels were one of the most successful ABA teams, winning the ABA Championship in 1975. Yet, just one year later they were excluded from the ABA/NBA merger. This is their story.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>The Kentucky Colonels were one of the most successful ABA teams, winning the ABA Championship in 1975. Yet, just one year later they were excluded from the ABA/NBA merger. This is their story.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>e40a3e79-9494-4637-90b2-1770da8f9291Tue, 17 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -050019:20falsefull5454<p>The Kentucky Colonels were one of the most successful ABA teams, winning the ABA Championship in 1975. Yet, just one year later they were excluded from the ABA/NBA merger. This is their story.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 53 - James Naismith, The InventorEpisode 53 - James Naismith, The InventorIn this episode we explore the life of James Naismith, the inventor of basketball. Rick will share about his early life and how he came to be in a position to create a brand new game.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>In this episode we explore the life of James Naismith, the inventor of basketball. Rick will share about his early life and how he came to be in a position to create a brand new game.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>6ee0363f-6a14-4068-83f5-268bd4b20dd8Tue, 10 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -050020:04falsefull5353<p>In this episode we explore the life of James Naismith, the inventor of basketball. Rick will share about his early life and how he came to be in a position to create a brand new game.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 52 - History of the Three-Point LineEpisode 52 - History of the Three-Point LineToday, we cover the history of the three-point line and how it got its start in the early 1960s. Abe Saperstein, owner of the Harlem Globetrotters, introduced it into mainstream basketball through his own startup league, the ABL.


REFERENCES

Larry Bird winning the 1988 Three-Point Contest: https://youtu.be/MrE_NeoQQEY


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Today, we cover the history of the three-point line and how it got its start in the early 1960s. Abe Saperstein, owner of the Harlem Globetrotters, introduced it into mainstream basketball through his own startup league, the ABL.


REFERENCES

Larry Bird winning the 1988 Three-Point Contest: https://youtu.be/MrE_NeoQQEY


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>a26efaae-cbbf-4d74-a4f9-18366f46a33bTue, 03 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -050018:02falsefull5252<p>Today, we cover the history of the three-point line and how it got its start in the early 1960s. Abe Saperstein, owner of the Harlem Globetrotters, introduced it into mainstream basketball through his own startup league, the ABL.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>REFERENCES</strong></p> <p>Larry Bird winning the 1988 Three-Point Contest: <a href="https://youtu.be/MrE_NeoQQEY" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/MrE_NeoQQEY</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 51 - Yugoslavian BasketballEpisode 51 - Yugoslavian BasketballThe breakup of Yugoslavia as a nation had a major impact on the national basketball team, which was the best team in the world at the time. They had won two European Championships and the Basketball World Cup.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"At Sunrise" by the Osipov State Russian Folk Orchestra, Vera Nikolaevna Gorodovskaya, Vitaly Gnutov, and Rudolf Belov

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>The breakup of Yugoslavia as a nation had a major impact on the national basketball team, which was the best team in the world at the time. They had won two European Championships and the Basketball World Cup.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"At Sunrise" by the Osipov State Russian Folk Orchestra, Vera Nikolaevna Gorodovskaya, Vitaly Gnutov, and Rudolf Belov

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>1944b789-150e-45a8-82a1-4d74613f3f0aTue, 27 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -050020:23falsefull5151<p>The breakup of Yugoslavia as a nation had a major impact on the national basketball team, which was the best team in the world at the time. They had won two European Championships and the Basketball World Cup.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"At Sunrise" by the Osipov State Russian Folk Orchestra, Vera Nikolaevna Gorodovskaya, Vitaly Gnutov, and Rudolf Belov</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 50 - Maurice Stokes and Jack TwymanEpisode 50 - Maurice Stokes and Jack TwymanFriendship and sacrifice is at the heart of today’s story. Maurice Stokes and Jack Twyman developed a bond few ever get to experience. Their story is an inspiration.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"60's and 70's Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Friendship and sacrifice is at the heart of today’s story. Maurice Stokes and Jack Twyman developed a bond few ever get to experience. Their story is an inspiration.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"60's and 70's Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>482f75c1-2217-4226-ab39-03414fa5c418Tue, 20 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -050024:45falsefull5050<p>Friendship and sacrifice is at the heart of today’s story. Maurice Stokes and Jack Twyman developed a bond few ever get to experience. Their story is an inspiration.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"60's and 70's Rock" by Hyde</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 49 - Kutsher's Hotel and Country ClubEpisode 49 - Kutsher's Hotel and Country ClubKutsher’s Hotel and Country Club was the place where some of the best basketball in the country was played during the summer months. NBA All-Stars would regularly travel to upstate New York to get together and play at this mountain resort.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Kutsher’s Hotel and Country Club was the place where some of the best basketball in the country was played during the summer months. NBA All-Stars would regularly travel to upstate New York to get together and play at this mountain resort.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>a059f07e-7e02-44a3-9b13-726dc4a334beTue, 13 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -050018:13falsefull4949<p>Kutsher’s Hotel and Country Club was the place where some of the best basketball in the country was played during the summer months. NBA All-Stars would regularly travel to upstate New York to get together and play at this mountain resort.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> NBA Finals 2021 Special - The Shot That Didn't CountNBA Finals 2021 Special - The Shot That Didn't CountThis bonus episode covers a shot from Game 1 of the 1952 NBA Finals where the referees failed to see a shot go in. Therefore, the basket was not counted in the official score. If the referees had seen the shot go in, it could have changed the outcome of the entire series.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>This bonus episode covers a shot from Game 1 of the 1952 NBA Finals where the referees failed to see a shot go in. Therefore, the basket was not counted in the official score. If the referees had seen the shot go in, it could have changed the outcome of the entire series.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>9c65aa67-94ae-4dcc-b709-a1a7bb7d73d3Tue, 06 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -050008:33falsebonus<p>This bonus episode covers a shot from Game 1 of the 1952 NBA Finals where the referees failed to see a shot go in. Therefore, the basket was not counted in the official score. If the referees had seen the shot go in, it could have changed the outcome of the entire series.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 48 - Hal GreerEpisode 48 - Hal GreerAlthough in the 1960s he was considered to be at the same level as Sam Jones, Jerry West, and Oscar Robertson, Hal Greer is a relatively unknown figure in basketball history. His story, however, greatly deserves to be told. This is it.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Although in the 1960s he was considered to be at the same level as Sam Jones, Jerry West, and Oscar Robertson, Hal Greer is a relatively unknown figure in basketball history. His story, however, greatly deserves to be told. This is it.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>85256862-3aaf-4e95-8f2c-81209d9a5543Tue, 06 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -050014:27falsefull4848<p>Although in the 1960s he was considered to be at the same level as Sam Jones, Jerry West, and Oscar Robertson, Hal Greer is a relatively unknown figure in basketball history. His story, however, greatly deserves to be told. This is it.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Take Care" by Julian Avila</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 47 - The 1936 Berlin OlympicsEpisode 47 - The 1936 Berlin OlympicsThe 1936 Olympics were the first one with basketball as a full medal sport. The American team travelled to Adolph Hitler’s Nazi Germany to compete for the gold medal.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Panzerlied" by Oberleutnant Kurt Wiehle

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>The 1936 Olympics were the first one with basketball as a full medal sport. The American team travelled to Adolph Hitler’s Nazi Germany to compete for the gold medal.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Panzerlied" by Oberleutnant Kurt Wiehle

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>2db3216b-1ee1-4d71-ae7b-91792ea10877Mon, 28 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -050023:00falsefull4747<p>The 1936 Olympics were the first one with basketball as a full medal sport. The American team travelled to Adolph Hitler’s Nazi Germany to compete for the gold medal.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Panzerlied" by Oberleutnant Kurt Wiehle</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 46 - The First NBA MergerEpisode 46 - The First NBA MergerThe NBA had its first merger after only three seasons, but this merger with the NBL was crucial to their future success. Without this event, there is a chance that the NBA as we know it today never exists.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

Horizons" by Roa


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]]>The NBA had its first merger after only three seasons, but this merger with the NBL was crucial to their future success. Without this event, there is a chance that the NBA as we know it today never exists.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>a2992390-4505-42c1-bd0e-6aefbea6e23aTue, 22 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -050021:55falsefull4646<p>The NBA had its first merger after only three seasons, but this merger with the NBL was crucial to their future success. Without this event, there is a chance that the NBA as we know it today never exists.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims</p> <p>Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 45 - The Real HoosiersEpisode 45 - The Real HoosiersLittle Milan High School defeated much larger Muncie Central High School for the 1954 Indiana State Championship. This is the game that inspired the movie "Hoosiers."


REFERENCES

The real game on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7Y4ne4vSCrc


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Little Milan High School defeated much larger Muncie Central High School for the 1954 Indiana State Championship. This is the game that inspired the movie "Hoosiers."


REFERENCES

The real game on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7Y4ne4vSCrc


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>4574582e-9f1a-41ed-8f88-2b3e542dffc4Tue, 15 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -050016:39falsefull4545<p>Little Milan High School defeated much larger Muncie Central High School for the 1954 Indiana State Championship. This is the game that inspired the movie "Hoosiers."</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>REFERENCES</strong></p> <p>The real game on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/7Y4ne4vSCrc" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/7Y4ne4vSCrc</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 44 - Bevo Francis and the 200 PointsEpisode 44 - Bevo Francis and the 200 PointsBevo Francis scored over 100 points in a college game, TWICE! He became a national sensation. But, after just two years of college basketball, he all but disappeared. This is his story.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Bevo Francis scored over 100 points in a college game, TWICE! He became a national sensation. But, after just two years of college basketball, he all but disappeared. This is his story.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>a3e09758-a99d-4cb7-b77e-1b4da6d23ec6Tue, 08 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -050021:25falsefull4444<p>Bevo Francis scored over 100 points in a college game, TWICE! He became a national sensation. But, after just two years of college basketball, he all but disappeared. This is his story.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 43 - Don BarksdaleEpisode 43 - Don BarksdaleDon Barksdale was a true pioneer of basketball. He was the first black player to be a college All-American, the first to play basketball at the Olympics, and the first to make an NBA All-Star Game. And aside from basketball, he found such success as an entrepreneur and club owner that most of his friends never realized he played professional ball.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Don Barksdale was a true pioneer of basketball. He was the first black player to be a college All-American, the first to play basketball at the Olympics, and the first to make an NBA All-Star Game. And aside from basketball, he found such success as an entrepreneur and club owner that most of his friends never realized he played professional ball.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>32550448-b032-4ab3-b757-b6152c033dadTue, 01 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -050025:53falsefull4343<p>Don Barksdale was a true pioneer of basketball. He was the first black player to be a college All-American, the first to play basketball at the Olympics, and the first to make an NBA All-Star Game. And aside from basketball, he found such success as an entrepreneur and club owner that most of his friends never realized he played professional ball.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 42 - The Rise of Bob CousyEpisode 42 - The Rise of Bob CousyToday we bring you the almost unbelievable story of how nobody wanted to draft Bob Cousy in the 1950 NBA draft. The Blackhawks drafted him but traded him immediately to the Stags. The Stags were considering trading him again when they went out of business. Then he was reassigned to the Celtics. The rest is history.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>Today we bring you the almost unbelievable story of how nobody wanted to draft Bob Cousy in the 1950 NBA draft. The Blackhawks drafted him but traded him immediately to the Stags. The Stags were considering trading him again when they went out of business. Then he was reassigned to the Celtics. The rest is history.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>82831241-8d45-41a5-b91d-bacb95811d12Tue, 25 May 2021 07:00:00 -050014:53falsefull4242<p>Today we bring you the almost unbelievable story of how nobody wanted to draft Bob Cousy in the 1950 NBA draft. The Blackhawks drafted him but traded him immediately to the Stags. The Stags were considering trading him again when they went out of business. Then he was reassigned to the Celtics. The rest is history.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 41 - Rule Changes: The Second 50 YearsEpisode 41 - Rule Changes: The Second 50 YearsToday we focus on the significant rule changes from basketball’s second 50 years. Hear how the game developed during the second half of the 1900s, from 1944 to 1994. If you want to hear about the the first 50 years of rule changes, go check out Episode 20.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>Today we focus on the significant rule changes from basketball’s second 50 years. Hear how the game developed during the second half of the 1900s, from 1944 to 1994. If you want to hear about the the first 50 years of rule changes, go check out Episode 20.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

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FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>c4a0eb4e-9c72-41ce-b44b-6bb3e9413847Tue, 18 May 2021 07:00:00 -050017:03falsefull4141<p>Today we focus on the significant rule changes from basketball’s second 50 years. Hear how the game developed during the second half of the 1900s, from 1944 to 1994. If you want to hear about the the first 50 years of rule changes, go check out Episode 20.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 40 - Magic and Bird: 1978Episode 40 - Magic and Bird: 1978Today we share the story of the first time that Magic Johnson and Larry Bird played together as teammates on Team USA in 1978. In that tournament, they played against Cuba, Yugoslavia, and the Soviet Union. This experience would lay the foundation for their later friendship.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>Today we share the story of the first time that Magic Johnson and Larry Bird played together as teammates on Team USA in 1978. In that tournament, they played against Cuba, Yugoslavia, and the Soviet Union. This experience would lay the foundation for their later friendship.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>9e2dc8f5-d145-4247-9f57-234bf96cbcacTue, 11 May 2021 07:00:00 -050020:50falsefull4040<p>Today we share the story of the first time that Magic Johnson and Larry Bird played together as teammates on Team USA in 1978. In that tournament, they played against Cuba, Yugoslavia, and the Soviet Union. This experience would lay the foundation for their later friendship.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 39 - The History of the Blocked ShotEpisode 39 - The History of the Blocked ShotToday, Rick explains how the blocked shot came to be. He covers this defensive technique from the very beginning of the game until today. Until the 1950s, goal tending was perfectly legal. Once it was outlawed, however, the block developed as a way to stop the shot while the ball was still on its way up.



CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


REFERENCES

Top 60 Blocked Shots of the 2010s: https://youtu.be/bldN-4ZE530

Best Blocks in NBA history: https://youtu.be/6mz86IXOhLk

Manute Bol blocking four shots on one possession: https://youtu.be/3uN66yi1N-4


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>Today, Rick explains how the blocked shot came to be. He covers this defensive technique from the very beginning of the game until today. Until the 1950s, goal tending was perfectly legal. Once it was outlawed, however, the block developed as a way to stop the shot while the ball was still on its way up.



CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


REFERENCES

Top 60 Blocked Shots of the 2010s: https://youtu.be/bldN-4ZE530

Best Blocks in NBA history: https://youtu.be/6mz86IXOhLk

Manute Bol blocking four shots on one possession: https://youtu.be/3uN66yi1N-4


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

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FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>3021869f-518c-4249-902e-385d7141a54fTue, 04 May 2021 07:00:00 -050018:12falsefull3939<p>Today, Rick explains how the blocked shot came to be. He covers this defensive technique from the very beginning of the game until today. Until the 1950s, goal tending was perfectly legal. Once it was outlawed, however, the block developed as a way to stop the shot while the ball was still on its way up.</p> <p><br> <br> <strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>REFERENCES</strong></p> <p>Top 60 Blocked Shots of the 2010s: <a href="https://youtu.be/bldN-4ZE530" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/bldN-4ZE530</a></p> <p>Best Blocks in NBA history: <a href="https://youtu.be/6mz86IXOhLk" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/6mz86IXOhLk</a></p> <p>Manute Bol blocking four shots on one possession: <a href="https://youtu.be/3uN66yi1N-4" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/3uN66yi1N-4</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 38 - Chuck Connors: The RiflemanEpisode 38 - Chuck Connors: The RiflemanFor this story we place our spotlight on Chuck Connors, one of the original Boston Celtics. His basketball career was short lived, so he switched to playing Major League Baseball for the Dodgers and Cubs. After just a few seasons, however, he left professional sports to go to Hollywood. Landing the lead role in one of the most successful TV shows of the 1950s, The Rifleman, Connors' story is one for the ages.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

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]]>For this story we place our spotlight on Chuck Connors, one of the original Boston Celtics. His basketball career was short lived, so he switched to playing Major League Baseball for the Dodgers and Cubs. After just a few seasons, however, he left professional sports to go to Hollywood. Landing the lead role in one of the most successful TV shows of the 1950s, The Rifleman, Connors' story is one for the ages.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>817b0e95-c146-419f-8406-be44d67102a3Tue, 27 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -050017:53falsefull3838<p>For this story we place our spotlight on Chuck Connors, one of the original Boston Celtics. His basketball career was short lived, so he switched to playing Major League Baseball for the Dodgers and Cubs. After just a few seasons, however, he left professional sports to go to Hollywood. Landing the lead role in one of the most successful TV shows of the 1950s, The Rifleman, Connors' story is one for the ages.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 37 - Adolph Rupp, pt. 2Episode 37 - Adolph Rupp, pt. 2We finish our story on Adolph Rupp as we discuss allegations of racism. This issue came to a head in 1966 at the NCAA championship game when Rupp’s all-white Kentucky squad faced Texas Western University's all-black starting lineup. To hear the beginning of Rupp's story, go check out Part 1 from last week!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

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]]>We finish our story on Adolph Rupp as we discuss allegations of racism. This issue came to a head in 1966 at the NCAA championship game when Rupp’s all-white Kentucky squad faced Texas Western University's all-black starting lineup. To hear the beginning of Rupp's story, go check out Part 1 from last week!


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>37bef6c9-3509-47bd-b7a1-b10415b0f7a2Tue, 20 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -050022:29falsefull3737<p>We finish our story on Adolph Rupp as we discuss allegations of racism. This issue came to a head in 1966 at the NCAA championship game when Rupp’s all-white Kentucky squad faced Texas Western University's all-black starting lineup. To hear the beginning of Rupp's story, go check out Part 1 from last week!</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 36 - Adolph Rupp, pt. 1Episode 36 - Adolph Rupp, pt. 1Today we bring you the story of Coach Adolph Rupp from the University of Kentucky. He proved himself as a coach time and again by winning four NCAA championships. Part 2 is out now.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

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]]>Today we bring you the story of Coach Adolph Rupp from the University of Kentucky. He proved himself as a coach time and again by winning four NCAA championships. Part 2 is out now.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>8f7b16f9-b1a4-46dd-b765-70b644da263fTue, 13 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -050022:44falsefull3636<p>Today we bring you the story of Coach Adolph Rupp from the University of Kentucky. He proved himself as a coach time and again by winning four NCAA championships. Part 2 is out now.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 35 - Chaminade vs. VirginiaEpisode 35 - Chaminade vs. VirginiaToday, Rick shares the story of the biggest upset in college basketball history. Tiny Chaminade University took on the top ranked team in the nation, the University of Virginia, and won. This is a classic David-and-Goliath story, where the underdog takes the crown.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>Today, Rick shares the story of the biggest upset in college basketball history. Tiny Chaminade University took on the top ranked team in the nation, the University of Virginia, and won. This is a classic David-and-Goliath story, where the underdog takes the crown.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>1966085e-e768-482f-a36e-0eaba4aaa758Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:03:14 -050020:43falsefull3535<p>Today, Rick shares the story of the biggest upset in college basketball history. Tiny Chaminade University took on the top ranked team in the nation, the University of Virginia, and won. This is a classic David-and-Goliath story, where the underdog takes the crown.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Rock You" by RockSounds</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="//sportshistorynetwork.com" target="_blank"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="//sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/" target="_blank"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="//m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/" target="_blank"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="//bballhistory101@gmail.com" target="_blank"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 34 - The Washington Generals: Basketball's Lovable LosersEpisode 34 - The Washington Generals: Basketball's Lovable LosersToday we tell the story of The Washington Generals, the opponent of The Harlem Globetrotters. They have lost over 17,000 games to the Globetrotters over nearly 70 years. We will share with you how they got started and what keeps them going.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

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FACEBOOK

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]]>Today we tell the story of The Washington Generals, the opponent of The Harlem Globetrotters. They have lost over 17,000 games to the Globetrotters over nearly 70 years. We will share with you how they got started and what keeps them going.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>f685ccdb-8b05-4f8d-8a7b-276e5cd88003Tue, 30 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -050021:51falsefull3434<p>Today we tell the story of The Washington Generals, the opponent of The Harlem Globetrotters. They have lost over 17,000 games to the Globetrotters over nearly 70 years. We will share with you how they got started and what keeps them going.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Happy Days" by Chuck Sims</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="//sportshistorynetwork.com" target="_blank"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="//sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/" target="_blank"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p>FACEBOOK</p> <p><a href="//m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/" target="_blank"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p>BUSINESS CONTACT</p> <p><a href="//m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/" target="_blank"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 33 - Gary Vitti: Head TrainerEpisode 33 - Gary Vitti: Head TrainerToday, we are shining a light on the support staff that contribute significantly to basketball history. The focus is Gary Vitti, who was the Head Trainer for the Los Angeles Lakers for 32 years and contributed to 8 NBA Championships.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>Today, we are shining a light on the support staff that contribute significantly to basketball history. The focus is Gary Vitti, who was the Head Trainer for the Los Angeles Lakers for 32 years and contributed to 8 NBA Championships.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Rock You" by RockSounds

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>fe0b211c-1926-4972-850a-9513586814bcTue, 23 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -050017:19falsefull3333<p>Today, we are shining a light on the support staff that contribute significantly to basketball history. The focus is Gary Vitti, who was the Head Trainer for the Los Angeles Lakers for 32 years and contributed to 8 NBA Championships.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Rock You" by RockSounds</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 32 - Iverson's Deadly CrossoverEpisode 32 - Iverson's Deadly CrossoverOur focus today is on Allen Iverson’s deadly crossover. Rick will share the story of where Iverson learned the move and how he used it to score against Michael Jordan in an iconic play.


REFERENCES

Highlight of Iverson crossing Jordan up: https://youtu.be/zJMi5lvQqq8


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers Radio

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

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]]>Our focus today is on Allen Iverson’s deadly crossover. Rick will share the story of where Iverson learned the move and how he used it to score against Michael Jordan in an iconic play.


REFERENCES

Highlight of Iverson crossing Jordan up: https://youtu.be/zJMi5lvQqq8


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers Radio

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>6cb90f28-af3e-49f8-89ee-f5ed176143b7Tue, 16 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -050018:21falsefull3232<p>Our focus today is on Allen Iverson’s deadly crossover. Rick will share the story of where Iverson learned the move and how he used it to score against Michael Jordan in an iconic play.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>REFERENCES</strong></p> <p>Highlight of Iverson crossing Jordan up: <a href="https://youtu.be/zJMi5lvQqq8" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/zJMi5lvQqq8</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers Radio</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 31 - The Philadelphia SPHAsEpisode 31 - The Philadelphia SPHAsToday, we shine our spotlight on the Philadelphia SPHAs, one of the great teams from basketball’s first 50 years. They dominated their local Philadelphia leagues and the barnstorming circuit of the 1930s and 1940s. That team, while under a different name, still plays to this day.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>Today, we shine our spotlight on the Philadelphia SPHAs, one of the great teams from basketball’s first 50 years. They dominated their local Philadelphia leagues and the barnstorming circuit of the 1930s and 1940s. That team, while under a different name, still plays to this day.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>a2951a8f-b4ec-4c6e-9213-52e98d3e6c7fTue, 09 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -050017:59falsefull3131<p>Today, we shine our spotlight on the Philadelphia SPHAs, one of the great teams from basketball’s first 50 years. They dominated their local Philadelphia leagues and the barnstorming circuit of the 1930s and 1940s. That team, while under a different name, still plays to this day.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 30 - Nate Thurmond & The First Quadruple DoubleEpisode 30 - Nate Thurmond & The First Quadruple DoubleToday, Basketball History 101 is putting the spotlight on Nate Thurmond, one of the most underrated superstars in NBA history. He is one of only four players to grab 40 or more rebounds in a single game. His real claim to fame, however, is that he was the first player in league history to officially record a quadruple double. He was named one of the NBA’s 50 Greatest Players and is in the Hall of Fame.


REFERENCES

Nate Thurmond highlight video 1: https://youtu.be/FyPYVp9f4Ag

Nate Thurmond highlight video 2: https://youtu.be/7Ibdkj3eoUg


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


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]]>Today, Basketball History 101 is putting the spotlight on Nate Thurmond, one of the most underrated superstars in NBA history. He is one of only four players to grab 40 or more rebounds in a single game. His real claim to fame, however, is that he was the first player in league history to officially record a quadruple double. He was named one of the NBA’s 50 Greatest Players and is in the Hall of Fame.


REFERENCES

Nate Thurmond highlight video 1: https://youtu.be/FyPYVp9f4Ag

Nate Thurmond highlight video 2: https://youtu.be/7Ibdkj3eoUg


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>80d0af23-c363-43db-8fcf-57c073689125Tue, 02 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -050015:43falsefull3030<p>Today, Basketball History 101 is putting the spotlight on Nate Thurmond, one of the most underrated superstars in NBA history. He is one of only four players to grab 40 or more rebounds in a single game. His real claim to fame, however, is that he was the first player in league history to officially record a quadruple double. He was named one of the NBA’s 50 Greatest Players and is in the Hall of Fame.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>REFERENCES</strong></p> <p>Nate Thurmond highlight video 1: https://youtu.be/FyPYVp9f4Ag</p> <p>Nate Thurmond highlight video 2: https://youtu.be/7Ibdkj3eoUg</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Take Care" by Julian Avila</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="//sportshistorynetwork.com sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/" target="_blank"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="//m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/" target="_blank"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="//bballhistory101@gmail.com" target="_blank"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 29 - The Billion Dollar ContractEpisode 29 - The Billion Dollar ContractThe Silna Brothers, Ozzie and Daniel, took an investment of $1.5 Million and turned it into nearly $1 Billion for themselves and their families. This is the story of how they bought into the old ABA and negotiated the most lucrative buyout in sports history. Rick will take you all the way back to the 1970s for this episode of Basketball History 101.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>The Silna Brothers, Ozzie and Daniel, took an investment of $1.5 Million and turned it into nearly $1 Billion for themselves and their families. This is the story of how they bought into the old ABA and negotiated the most lucrative buyout in sports history. Rick will take you all the way back to the 1970s for this episode of Basketball History 101.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>96fbd9a0-4850-4551-8c57-13b607fd57d9Tue, 23 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -050022:27falsefull2929<p>The Silna Brothers, Ozzie and Daniel, took an investment of $1.5 Million and turned it into nearly $1 Billion for themselves and their families. This is the story of how they bought into the old ABA and negotiated the most lucrative buyout in sports history. Rick will take you all the way back to the 1970s for this episode of Basketball History 101.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 28 - The Original CelticsEpisode 28 - The Original CelticsThe Original Celtics are considered by many to be the best team from the first 50 years of basketball. They dominated the 1920s in a way that earned the team a place in the Hall of Fame. The team featured four future Hall of Famers: Dutch Dehnert, Johnny Beckham, Nat Holman, and Joe Lapchick. This is their story.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>The Original Celtics are considered by many to be the best team from the first 50 years of basketball. They dominated the 1920s in a way that earned the team a place in the Hall of Fame. The team featured four future Hall of Famers: Dutch Dehnert, Johnny Beckham, Nat Holman, and Joe Lapchick. This is their story.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>35988c01-ae15-49a5-aaa3-5d7c8be43504Tue, 16 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -050020:42falsefull2828<p>The Original Celtics are considered by many to be the best team from the first 50 years of basketball. They dominated the 1920s in a way that earned the team a place in the Hall of Fame. The team featured four future Hall of Famers: Dutch Dehnert, Johnny Beckham, Nat Holman, and Joe Lapchick. This is their story.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 27 - NBA Nicknames: Central DivisionEpisode 27 - NBA Nicknames: Central DivisionThis is the final entry in our NBA Nicknames series where we go through and share the story behind every team’s nickname. In this episode we cover the teams from the Central Division. We discuss the Chicago Bulls, the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Detroit Pistons, the Indiana Pacers, and the Milwaukee Bucks.


REFERENCES

Chicago Bulls logo history: https://logos-world.net/chicago-bulls-logo/

Cleveland Cavaliers logo history: https://logos-world.net/cleveland-cavaliers-logo/

Detroit Pistons logo history: https://logos-world.net/detroit-pistons-logo/

Indiana Pacers logo history: https://logos-world.net/indiana-pacers-logo/

Milwaukee Bucks logo history: https://logos-world.net/milwaukee-bucks-logo/


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>This is the final entry in our NBA Nicknames series where we go through and share the story behind every team’s nickname. In this episode we cover the teams from the Central Division. We discuss the Chicago Bulls, the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Detroit Pistons, the Indiana Pacers, and the Milwaukee Bucks.


REFERENCES

Chicago Bulls logo history: https://logos-world.net/chicago-bulls-logo/

Cleveland Cavaliers logo history: https://logos-world.net/cleveland-cavaliers-logo/

Detroit Pistons logo history: https://logos-world.net/detroit-pistons-logo/

Indiana Pacers logo history: https://logos-world.net/indiana-pacers-logo/

Milwaukee Bucks logo history: https://logos-world.net/milwaukee-bucks-logo/


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>4d565bc9-603f-43fd-af06-1383e98f93fdTue, 09 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -050014:34falsefull2727<p>This is the final entry in our NBA Nicknames series where we go through and share the story behind every team’s nickname. In this episode we cover the teams from the Central Division. We discuss the Chicago Bulls, the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Detroit Pistons, the Indiana Pacers, and the Milwaukee Bucks.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>REFERENCES</strong></p> <p>Chicago Bulls logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/chicago-bulls-logo/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/chicago-bulls-logo/</a></p> <p>Cleveland Cavaliers logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/cleveland-cavaliers-logo/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/cleveland-cavaliers-logo/</a></p> <p>Detroit Pistons logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/detroit-pistons-logo/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/detroit-pistons-logo/</a></p> <p>Indiana Pacers logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/indiana-pacers-logo/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/indiana-pacers-logo/</a></p> <p>Milwaukee Bucks logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/milwaukee-bucks-logo/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/milwaukee-bucks-logo/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 26 - Jerry ColangeloEpisode 26 - Jerry ColangeloJerry Colangelo is one of the most unassuming Hall of Famers you could ever meet. He is an excellent administrator who used those skills, combined with his love of basketball, to make the leave the game much better than he found it. He ran the Phoenix Suns and Team USA. This is his story.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

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]]>Jerry Colangelo is one of the most unassuming Hall of Famers you could ever meet. He is an excellent administrator who used those skills, combined with his love of basketball, to make the leave the game much better than he found it. He ran the Phoenix Suns and Team USA. This is his story.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com

sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/


FACEBOOK

m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>ca3fe56d-13a4-49c6-910a-3ded03f563c8Tue, 02 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -050020:33falsefull2626<p>Jerry Colangelo is one of the most unassuming Hall of Famers you could ever meet. He is an excellent administrator who used those skills, combined with his love of basketball, to make the leave the game much better than he found it. He ran the Phoenix Suns and Team USA. This is his story.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 25 - Earl "The Goat" ManigaultEpisode 25 - Earl "The Goat" ManigaultEven though he never played a minute of professional basketball, he was known as “The Goat” back in the 1960s. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar called him the best player he ever played with. So who exactly is Earl “The Goat" Manigault? This episode of Basketball History 101 will answer that question.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>Even though he never played a minute of professional basketball, he was known as “The Goat” back in the 1960s. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar called him the best player he ever played with. So who exactly is Earl “The Goat" Manigault? This episode of Basketball History 101 will answer that question.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK

sportshistorynetwork.com


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>a345ea4c-f586-420e-95e8-aa4fa2454697Wed, 27 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -050017:38falsefull2525<p>Even though he never played a minute of professional basketball, he was known as “The Goat” back in the 1960s. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar called him the best player he ever played with. So who exactly <em>is</em> Earl “The Goat" Manigault? This episode of Basketball History 101 will answer that question.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Take Care" by Julian Avila</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://sportshistorynetwork.com/"><u>sportshistorynetwork.com</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 24 - The History of the DribbleEpisode 24 - The History of the DribbleWe have a very important announcement today: Basketball History 101 is now officially part of the Sports History Network, a collection of podcasts all centered around the history of various sports! The network is headed up by Arnie Chapman, the host of The Football History Dude podcast. Go check out his podcast as well as the podcasts of all the other creators within the Sports History Network, the headquarters for sports' yesteryear! Link is down below.

Today’s episode covers the history of the dribble. It was not part of the original version of the game. Instead, the dribble was invented as a way of exploiting a loophole in the rules that said you could not run while holding the ball. Thankfully, the dribble was accepted as a new technique and the rules were updated to make it a permanent part of the game.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK 

sportshistorynetwork.com


FACEBOOK


https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/

BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistor101@gmail.com

]]>We have a very important announcement today: Basketball History 101 is now officially part of the Sports History Network, a collection of podcasts all centered around the history of various sports! The network is headed up by Arnie Chapman, the host of The Football History Dude podcast. Go check out his podcast as well as the podcasts of all the other creators within the Sports History Network, the headquarters for sports' yesteryear! Link is down below.

Today’s episode covers the history of the dribble. It was not part of the original version of the game. Instead, the dribble was invented as a way of exploiting a loophole in the rules that said you could not run while holding the ball. Thankfully, the dribble was accepted as a new technique and the rules were updated to make it a permanent part of the game.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa


SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK 

sportshistorynetwork.com


FACEBOOK


https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/

BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistor101@gmail.com

]]>c7a0ab52-bd39-482e-97d3-3ba3ac89096dTue, 19 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -050017:07falsefull2424<p>We have a very important announcement today: Basketball History 101 is now officially part of the Sports History Network, a collection of podcasts all centered around the history of various sports! The network is headed up by Arnie Chapman, the host of The Football History Dude podcast. Go check out his podcast as well as the podcasts of all the other creators within the Sports History Network, the headquarters for sports' yesteryear! Link is down below.</p> <p>Today’s episode covers the history of the dribble. It was not part of the original version of the game. Instead, the dribble was invented as a way of exploiting a loophole in the rules that said you could not run while holding the ball. Thankfully, the dribble was accepted as a new technique and the rules were updated to make it a permanent part of the game.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>sportshistorynetwork.com</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><br></p> <p>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p>bballhistor101@gmail.com</p> Episode 23 - NBA Nicknames: Southwest DivisionEpisode 23 - NBA Nicknames: Southwest DivisionBasketball History 101 is back again with another nicknames episode. This time, we cover the Southwest Division, which includes the Dallas Mavericks, the Houston Rockets, the Memphis Grizzlies, the New Orleans Pelicans, and the San Antonio Spurs.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>Basketball History 101 is back again with another nicknames episode. This time, we cover the Southwest Division, which includes the Dallas Mavericks, the Houston Rockets, the Memphis Grizzlies, the New Orleans Pelicans, and the San Antonio Spurs.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>75ca9e3e-d326-408d-a669-ded9ec67d0dbTue, 12 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -050015:13falsefull2323<p>Basketball History 101 is back again with another nicknames episode. This time, we cover the Southwest Division, which includes the Dallas Mavericks, the Houston Rockets, the Memphis Grizzlies, the New Orleans Pelicans, and the San Antonio Spurs.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 22 - Cheryl MillerEpisode 22 - Cheryl MillerCheryl Miller is arguably the greatest women’s basketball player of all time, but her career was ended suddenly when she tore her ACL at age 22. This is a story of greatness cut short, and a story that needs to be kept alive.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>Cheryl Miller is arguably the greatest women’s basketball player of all time, but her career was ended suddenly when she tore her ACL at age 22. This is a story of greatness cut short, and a story that needs to be kept alive.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>319fd985-20ee-4a68-b5ca-528dc4eb970fTue, 05 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -050018:01falsefull2222<p>Cheryl Miller is arguably the greatest women’s basketball player of all time, but her career was ended suddenly when she tore her ACL at age 22. This is a story of greatness cut short, and a story that needs to be kept alive.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Take Care" by Julian Avila</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 21 - The Globetrotters vs. The LakersEpisode 21 - The Globetrotters vs. The LakersOn this week’s episode we take a journey back to 1948 when The Harlem Globetrotters and The Minneapolis Lakers played each other in a real game. They were considered the two best teams in the world and serious basketball fans wanted to find out what would happen if they played each other. The game came down to the final shot.

There was also another layer to the game as the Lakers were an all-white team and the Globetrotters were in all-black team. The organizers did not intend for the game to be some sort of battle of the races; they just wanted to see which team was better. But the ramifications of this game are still felt in the NBA today.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>On this week’s episode we take a journey back to 1948 when The Harlem Globetrotters and The Minneapolis Lakers played each other in a real game. They were considered the two best teams in the world and serious basketball fans wanted to find out what would happen if they played each other. The game came down to the final shot.

There was also another layer to the game as the Lakers were an all-white team and the Globetrotters were in all-black team. The organizers did not intend for the game to be some sort of battle of the races; they just wanted to see which team was better. But the ramifications of this game are still felt in the NBA today.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>430aee5a-5c19-4077-8d27-c07e05727c10Tue, 29 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -050023:46falsefull2121<p>On this week’s episode we take a journey back to 1948 when The Harlem Globetrotters and The Minneapolis Lakers played each other in a real game. They were considered the two best teams in the world and serious basketball fans wanted to find out what would happen if they played each other. The game came down to the final shot.<br> <br> There was also another layer to the game as the Lakers were an all-white team and the Globetrotters were in all-black team. The organizers did not intend for the game to be some sort of battle of the races; they just wanted to see which team was better. But the ramifications of this game are still felt in the NBA today.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Christmas 2020 Special - Bernard KingChristmas 2020 Special - Bernard KingWe just wanted to take time to say thank you to all of our loyal listeners. We will also talk about Bernard King’s 60-point scoring night on Christmas Day in 1984. Merry Christmas!


REFERENCES

Highlights of King's 60 point game: https://youtu.be/B-U86VQSFHc


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice 

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC 

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>We just wanted to take time to say thank you to all of our loyal listeners. We will also talk about Bernard King’s 60-point scoring night on Christmas Day in 1984. Merry Christmas!


REFERENCES

Highlights of King's 60 point game: https://youtu.be/B-U86VQSFHc


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice 

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC 

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>b1db4ca5-59e6-4e21-bf54-d3a486d848a0Fri, 25 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -050007:56falsebonus<p>We just wanted to take time to say thank you to all of our loyal listeners. We will also talk about Bernard King’s 60-point scoring night on Christmas Day in 1984. Merry Christmas!</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>REFERENCES</strong></p> <p>Highlights of King's 60 point game: https://youtu.be/B-U86VQSFHc</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice&nbsp;</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p>bballhistory101@gmail.com</p> Episode 20 - Rule Changes: The First 50 YearsEpisode 20 - Rule Changes: The First 50 YearsThis episode breaks down the various rule changes during the first 50 years of the game. Each rule change was an attempt to address a problem that was affecting the excitement of the game, and each change succeeded in making the game better and more exciting for the fans.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>This episode breaks down the various rule changes during the first 50 years of the game. Each rule change was an attempt to address a problem that was affecting the excitement of the game, and each change succeeded in making the game better and more exciting for the fans.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>79a6771f-afa2-42f4-8224-3f126eedd025Tue, 22 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -050022:41falsefull2020<p>This episode breaks down the various rule changes during the first 50 years of the game. Each rule change was an attempt to address a problem that was affecting the excitement of the game, and each change succeeded in making the game better and more exciting for the fans.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 19 - NBA Nicknames: Southeast DivisionEpisode 19 - NBA Nicknames: Southeast DivisionThe monthly NBA Nicknames series is back! This time, we head to the Southeast Division to discuss the Atlanta Hawks, the Charlotte Hornets, the Miami Heat, the Orlando Magic, and the Washington Wizards.


REFERENCES

Atlanta Hawks logo history: https://logos-world.net/atlanta-hawks-logo/amp/

Charlotte Hornets logo history: https://logos-world.net/charlotte-hornets-logo/amp/

Miami Heat logo history: https://logos-world.net/miami-heat-logo/amp/

Orlando Magic logo history: https://logos-world.net/orlando-magic-logo/amp/

Washington Wizards logo history: https://logos-world.net/washington-wizards-logo/amp/


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>The monthly NBA Nicknames series is back! This time, we head to the Southeast Division to discuss the Atlanta Hawks, the Charlotte Hornets, the Miami Heat, the Orlando Magic, and the Washington Wizards.


REFERENCES

Atlanta Hawks logo history: https://logos-world.net/atlanta-hawks-logo/amp/

Charlotte Hornets logo history: https://logos-world.net/charlotte-hornets-logo/amp/

Miami Heat logo history: https://logos-world.net/miami-heat-logo/amp/

Orlando Magic logo history: https://logos-world.net/orlando-magic-logo/amp/

Washington Wizards logo history: https://logos-world.net/washington-wizards-logo/amp/


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>aeb37534-fd91-4295-8ec6-6c22b730950eMon, 14 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -050017:55falsefull1919<p>The monthly NBA Nicknames series is back! This time, we head to the Southeast Division to discuss the Atlanta Hawks, the Charlotte Hornets, the Miami Heat, the Orlando Magic, and the Washington Wizards.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>REFERENCES</strong></p> <p>Atlanta Hawks logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/atlanta-hawks-logo/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/atlanta-hawks-logo/amp/</a></p> <p>Charlotte Hornets logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/charlotte-hornets-logo/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/charlotte-hornets-logo/amp/</a></p> <p>Miami Heat logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/miami-heat-logo/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/miami-heat-logo/amp/</a></p> <p>Orlando Magic logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/orlando-magic-logo/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/orlando-magic-logo/amp/</a></p> <p>Washington Wizards logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/washington-wizards-logo/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/washington-wizards-logo/amp/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 18 - The First Women's GameEpisode 18 - The First Women's GameThe first women’s game was organized by Senda Berenson at Smith College in 1892. It initially features 9 players on each team. It would take 80 years before 5-on-5 basketball for women was approved at all of the top levels. For her efforts, Berenson was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>The first women’s game was organized by Senda Berenson at Smith College in 1892. It initially features 9 players on each team. It would take 80 years before 5-on-5 basketball for women was approved at all of the top levels. For her efforts, Berenson was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>6395ebd2-61c9-4532-8c46-892b00aad43cTue, 08 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -050022:12falsefull1818The first women’s game was organized by Senda Berenson at Smith College in 1892. It initially features 9 players on each team. It would take 80 years before 5-on-5 basketball for women was approved at all of the top levels. For her efforts, Berenson was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. CREDITS Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher MUSIC "The Stars and Stripes Forever" by John Philip Sousa "Horizons" by Roa FACEBOOK https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/ (https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/) BUSINESS CONTACT bballhistory101@gmail.com Episode 17 - Tom Meschery, aka The Mad RussianEpisode 17 - Tom Meschery, aka The Mad RussianTom Meschery had one of the most unusual paths to the NBA. Descended from Russian nobility, his family escaped the Bolshevik Revolution and settled in China. They were then captured by the Japanese during World War II. His family finally settled in San Francisco and with this newfound stability, Meschery was able to blossom as an athlete and eventually made it to the NBA.


Link to Tom Meschery’s blog, Meschery’s Musings: http://mescherysmusings.blogspot.com/?m=1


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"At Sunrise" by the Osipov State Russian Folk Orchestra, Vera Nikolaevna Gorodovskaya, Vitaly Gnutov, and Rudolf Belov

"Horizons" by Roa


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]]>Tom Meschery had one of the most unusual paths to the NBA. Descended from Russian nobility, his family escaped the Bolshevik Revolution and settled in China. They were then captured by the Japanese during World War II. His family finally settled in San Francisco and with this newfound stability, Meschery was able to blossom as an athlete and eventually made it to the NBA.


Link to Tom Meschery’s blog, Meschery’s Musings: http://mescherysmusings.blogspot.com/?m=1


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"At Sunrise" by the Osipov State Russian Folk Orchestra, Vera Nikolaevna Gorodovskaya, Vitaly Gnutov, and Rudolf Belov

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>5db1e875-26a5-460d-8e28-91ef466a9902Tue, 01 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -050015:29falsefull1717<p>Tom Meschery had one of the most unusual paths to the NBA. Descended from Russian&nbsp;nobility, his family escaped the Bolshevik Revolution and settled in China. They were then captured by the Japanese during World War II. His family finally settled in San Francisco and with this newfound stability, Meschery was able to blossom as an athlete and eventually made it to the NBA.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Link to Tom Meschery’s blog, Meschery’s Musings: <a href="http://mescherysmusings.blogspot.com/?m=1" target="_blank">http://mescherysmusings.blogspot.com/?m=1</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"At Sunrise" by the Osipov State Russian Folk Orchestra, Vera Nikolaevna Gorodovskaya, Vitaly Gnutov, and Rudolf Belov</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 16 - John Wooden: 2x Hall of FamerEpisode 16 - John Wooden: 2x Hall of FamerThe legend of John Wooden only grows stronger the more you study the life of this man. He is in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as both a player and a coach, and the first person to earn such honors. A life of excellence is something we can all look up to.


John Wooden’s Pyramid of Success: https://www.woodencourse.com/the-pyramid-of-success

Article where Bob Knight talks about John Wooden: http://es.pn/2zmNsfS


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>The legend of John Wooden only grows stronger the more you study the life of this man. He is in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as both a player and a coach, and the first person to earn such honors. A life of excellence is something we can all look up to.


John Wooden’s Pyramid of Success: https://www.woodencourse.com/the-pyramid-of-success

Article where Bob Knight talks about John Wooden: http://es.pn/2zmNsfS


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>240c7605-b965-4a16-8445-e912a5d9f9b0Tue, 24 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -050022:53falsefull1616<p>The legend of John Wooden only grows stronger the more you study the life of this man. He is in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as both a player and a coach, and the first person to earn such honors. A life of excellence is something we can all look up to.</p> <p><br></p> <p>John Wooden’s Pyramid of Success: <a href="https://www.woodencourse.com/the-pyramid-of-success" target="_blank">https://www.woodencourse.com/the-pyramid-of-success</a></p> <p>Article where Bob Knight talks about John Wooden: <a href="http://es.pn/2zmNsfS" target="_blank">http://es.pn/2zmNsfS</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p><a href="mailto:bballhistory101@gmail.com"><u>bballhistory101@gmail.com</u></a></p> Episode 15 - NBA Nicknames: Northwest DivisionEpisode 15 - NBA Nicknames: Northwest DivisionIn today’s episode, Rick covers the history of the nicknames and logos of the Denver Nuggets, the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Portland TrailBlazers, the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Utah Jazz.


Denver Nuggets logo history: https://www.google.com/amp/s/logos-world.net/denver-nuggets-logo-history/amp/

Minnesota Timberwolves logo history: https://logos-world.net/minnesota-timberwolves-logo-history/amp/

Portland TrailBlazers logo history: https://logos-world.net/portland-trail-blazers-logo-history/amp/

Oklahoma City Thunder logo history: https://logos-world.net/oklahoma-city-thunder-logo-history/amp/

Utah Jazz logo history:https://logos-world.net/utah-jazz-logo-history/amp/


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>In today’s episode, Rick covers the history of the nicknames and logos of the Denver Nuggets, the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Portland TrailBlazers, the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Utah Jazz.


Denver Nuggets logo history: https://www.google.com/amp/s/logos-world.net/denver-nuggets-logo-history/amp/

Minnesota Timberwolves logo history: https://logos-world.net/minnesota-timberwolves-logo-history/amp/

Portland TrailBlazers logo history: https://logos-world.net/portland-trail-blazers-logo-history/amp/

Oklahoma City Thunder logo history: https://logos-world.net/oklahoma-city-thunder-logo-history/amp/

Utah Jazz logo history:https://logos-world.net/utah-jazz-logo-history/amp/


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>0ed1f46d-6d75-4f9a-b02e-1cb234cab0f1Tue, 17 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -050014:16falsefull1515<p>In today’s episode, Rick covers the history of the nicknames and logos of the Denver Nuggets, the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Portland TrailBlazers, the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Utah Jazz.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Denver Nuggets logo history: <a href="https://www.google.com/amp/s/logos-world.net/denver-nuggets-logo-history/amp/" target="_blank">https://www.google.com/amp/s/logos-world.net/denver-nuggets-logo-history/amp/</a></p> <p>Minnesota Timberwolves logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/minnesota-timberwolves-logo-history/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/minnesota-timberwolves-logo-history/amp/</a></p> <p>Portland TrailBlazers logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/portland-trail-blazers-logo-history/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/portland-trail-blazers-logo-history/amp/</a></p> <p>Oklahoma City Thunder logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/oklahoma-city-thunder-logo-history/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/oklahoma-city-thunder-logo-history/amp/</a></p> <p>Utah Jazz logo history:<a href="https://logos-world.net/utah-jazz-logo-history/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/utah-jazz-logo-history/amp/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p>bballhistory101@gmail.com</p> Episode 14 - The CCNY Betting ScandalEpisode 14 - The CCNY Betting ScandalThe CCNY betting scandal nearly killed college basketball. Today's story explores how it happened, who was involved, and the legal implications of this crime.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>The CCNY betting scandal nearly killed college basketball. Today's story explores how it happened, who was involved, and the legal implications of this crime.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>be192cd7-5e77-4477-ada6-b726547e0cc0Tue, 10 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -050022:15falsefull1414<p>The CCNY betting scandal nearly killed college basketball. Today's story explores how it happened, who was involved, and the legal implications of this crime.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p>bballhistory101@gmail.com</p> Episode 13 - Magic Johnson vs. Rony SeikalyEpisode 13 - Magic Johnson vs. Rony SeikalyIn the Fall of 1991, Magic Johnson announced that he had HIV and would have to retire from the Lakers immediately. When he found out he would be able to play in the All-Star game and the 1992 Olympics, he knew he needed to get in shape -- but he had a hard time finding anyone to play him. That’s where Rony Seikaly came in. A simple game of 1-on-1 meant everything to Magic. 


REFERENCES

1992 NBA All-Star Game: https://youtu.be/WwZFFCBoq5Q

ESPN Article: https://www.espn.com/los-angeles/nba/story/_/id/7203830/los-angeles-lakers-magic-johnson-upbeat-20-years-hiv-bombshell


CREDITS 

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice 

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher 


MUSIC 

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers Radio 

"Horizons" by Roa 


FACEBOOK 

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/ 


BUSINESS CONTACT 

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>In the Fall of 1991, Magic Johnson announced that he had HIV and would have to retire from the Lakers immediately. When he found out he would be able to play in the All-Star game and the 1992 Olympics, he knew he needed to get in shape -- but he had a hard time finding anyone to play him. That’s where Rony Seikaly came in. A simple game of 1-on-1 meant everything to Magic. 


REFERENCES

1992 NBA All-Star Game: https://youtu.be/WwZFFCBoq5Q

ESPN Article: https://www.espn.com/los-angeles/nba/story/_/id/7203830/los-angeles-lakers-magic-johnson-upbeat-20-years-hiv-bombshell


CREDITS 

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice 

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher 


MUSIC 

"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers Radio 

"Horizons" by Roa 


FACEBOOK 

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/ 


BUSINESS CONTACT 

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>8eeff665-174b-4de4-a23b-14af6d6ac04eTue, 03 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -050021:20falsefull1313<p>In the Fall of 1991, Magic Johnson announced that he had HIV and would have to retire from the Lakers immediately. When he found out he would be able to play in the All-Star game and the 1992 Olympics, he knew he needed to get in shape -- but he had a hard time finding anyone to play him. That’s where Rony Seikaly came in. A simple game of 1-on-1 meant everything to Magic.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>REFERENCES</strong></p> <p>1992 NBA All-Star Game: <a href="https://youtu.be/WwZFFCBoq5Q" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/WwZFFCBoq5Q</a></p> <p>ESPN Article: <a href="https://www.espn.com/los-angeles/nba/story/_/id/7203830/los-angeles-lakers-magic-johnson-upbeat-20-years-hiv-bombshell" target="_blank">https://www.espn.com/los-angeles/nba/story/_/id/7203830/los-angeles-lakers-magic-johnson-upbeat-20-years-hiv-bombshell</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice&nbsp;</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers Radio&nbsp;</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/ ">https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/&nbsp;</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>bballhistory101@gmail.com</p> Episode 12 - Bill Walton's FeetEpisode 12 - Bill Walton's FeetBill Walton had one of the most unusual careers in NBA history. He missed approximately 60% of his games due to a variety of foot and ankle injuries, yet he was still voted into the Hall of Fame. This is his story. 


CREDITS 

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice 

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher 


MUSIC 

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde 

"Horizons" by Roa 


FACEBOOK 

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/ 


BUSINESS CONTACT 

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>Bill Walton had one of the most unusual careers in NBA history. He missed approximately 60% of his games due to a variety of foot and ankle injuries, yet he was still voted into the Hall of Fame. This is his story. 


CREDITS 

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice 

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher 


MUSIC 

"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde 

"Horizons" by Roa 


FACEBOOK 

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/ 


BUSINESS CONTACT 

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>15efd024-03ea-4866-b80f-b7ce33060fe7Tue, 27 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -050019:46falsefull1212<p>Bill Walton had one of the most unusual careers in NBA history. He missed approximately 60% of his games due to a variety of foot and ankle injuries, yet he was still voted into the Hall of Fame. This is his story.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice&nbsp;</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>"60s &amp; 70s Rock" by Hyde&nbsp;</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/ ">https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/&nbsp;</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>bballhistory101@gmail.com</p> Episode 11 - NBA Nicknames: Atlantic DivisionEpisode 11 - NBA Nicknames: Atlantic DivisionIn today’s episode, Rick heads to the Atlantic Division to look at more NBA nicknames -- this time covering the Celtics, Nets, Knicks, 76ers, and Raptors. This is an occasional series that we will come back to about once a month.


Boston Celtics logo history: https://logos-world.net/boston-celtics-logo/

Brooklyn Nets logo history: https://logos-world.net/brooklyn-nets-logo-history/amp/

New York Knicks logo history: https://logos-world.net/new-york-knicks-logo-history/amp/

Philadelphia 76ers logo history: https://logos-world.net/philadelphia-76ers-logo-history/amp/

Toronto Raptors logo history: https://logos-world.net/toronto-raptors-logo-history/amp/


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>In today’s episode, Rick heads to the Atlantic Division to look at more NBA nicknames -- this time covering the Celtics, Nets, Knicks, 76ers, and Raptors. This is an occasional series that we will come back to about once a month.


Boston Celtics logo history: https://logos-world.net/boston-celtics-logo/

Brooklyn Nets logo history: https://logos-world.net/brooklyn-nets-logo-history/amp/

New York Knicks logo history: https://logos-world.net/new-york-knicks-logo-history/amp/

Philadelphia 76ers logo history: https://logos-world.net/philadelphia-76ers-logo-history/amp/

Toronto Raptors logo history: https://logos-world.net/toronto-raptors-logo-history/amp/


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>41ca0d4e-9d3b-422d-b139-54ecb673024bTue, 20 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -050016:54falsefull1111<p>In today’s episode, Rick heads to the Atlantic Division to look at more NBA nicknames -- this time covering the Celtics, Nets, Knicks, 76ers, and Raptors. This is an occasional series that we will come back to about once a month.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Boston Celtics logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/boston-celtics-logo/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/boston-celtics-logo/</a></p> <p>Brooklyn Nets logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/brooklyn-nets-logo-history/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/brooklyn-nets-logo-history/amp/</a></p> <p>New York Knicks logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/new-york-knicks-logo-history/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/new-york-knicks-logo-history/amp/</a></p> <p>Philadelphia 76ers logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/philadelphia-76ers-logo-history/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/philadelphia-76ers-logo-history/amp/</a></p> <p>Toronto Raptors logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/toronto-raptors-logo-history/amp/" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/toronto-raptors-logo-history/amp/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p>bballhistory101@gmail.com</p> Episode 10 - The Harlem Globetrotters Origin StoryEpisode 10 - The Harlem Globetrotters Origin StoryIn this episode we explore the mystery of the origins of the Harlem Globetrotters. There are two stories about how the Globetrotters started, and we will discuss both and then let you decide which you want to believe. One story is told by Abe Saperstein, the acknowledged founder of the team. The other story is told by Tommy Brookins, the man who claims to be the real founder of the team.


The Harlem Globetrotters website: https://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>In this episode we explore the mystery of the origins of the Harlem Globetrotters. There are two stories about how the Globetrotters started, and we will discuss both and then let you decide which you want to believe. One story is told by Abe Saperstein, the acknowledged founder of the team. The other story is told by Tommy Brookins, the man who claims to be the real founder of the team.


The Harlem Globetrotters website: https://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>062503fb-f891-4150-9058-dd0e62b44d7eTue, 13 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -050022:47falsefull1010<p>In this episode we explore the mystery of the origins of the Harlem Globetrotters. There are two stories about how the Globetrotters started, and we will discuss both and then let you decide which you want to believe. One story is told by Abe Saperstein, the acknowledged founder of the team. The other story is told by Tommy Brookins, the man who claims to be the real founder of the team.</p> <p><br></p> <p>The Harlem Globetrotters website: <a href="https://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/" target="_blank">https://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Mediterranean" by Lyn Murray</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/"><u>https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p>bballhistory101@gmail.com</p> Episode 9 - Chuck TaylorEpisode 9 - Chuck TaylorChuck Taylor had as much influence on growing the game of basketball as Michael Jordan or Yao Ming. He also helped develop the most popular basketball shoe ever worn, The Converse Chuck Taylor All-Stars. Rick profiles Taylor through his early years as a player and his later years as, essentially, a shoe salesman. His basketball shoe dominated a larger portion of the basketball market than the Air Jordan ever did. We need to remember this Hall of Famer for his influence on the game.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>Chuck Taylor had as much influence on growing the game of basketball as Michael Jordan or Yao Ming. He also helped develop the most popular basketball shoe ever worn, The Converse Chuck Taylor All-Stars. Rick profiles Taylor through his early years as a player and his later years as, essentially, a shoe salesman. His basketball shoe dominated a larger portion of the basketball market than the Air Jordan ever did. We need to remember this Hall of Famer for his influence on the game.


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>7bf69037-3391-472a-bd30-88a4a057e7cfTue, 06 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -050018:20falsefull99<p>Chuck Taylor had as much influence on growing the game of basketball as Michael Jordan or Yao Ming. He also helped develop the most popular basketball shoe ever worn, The Converse Chuck Taylor All-Stars. Rick profiles Taylor through his early years as a player and his later years as, essentially, a shoe salesman. His basketball shoe dominated a larger portion of the basketball market than the Air Jordan ever did. We need to remember this Hall of Famer for his influence on the game.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/">https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p>bballhistory101@gmail.com</p> Episode 8 - Chocolate ThunderEpisode 8 - Chocolate ThunderIn today’s episode we talk about Darryl "Chocolate Thunder" Dawkins and his incredible influence on pop culture because of two famous dunks that he had back in 1979. His influence was so great that his name was used as part of a punchline on Saturday Night Live in 1999. His fame stemmed from his time with the Philadelphia 76ers, but he also played for the New Jersey Nets, Utah Jazz, and Detroit Pistons. Hailing from the planet Lovetron, he was one of the first to perform what we now call a poster dunk.


Video of Dawkins shattering backboards: https://youtu.be/O1J86HLTyiM

Darryl Dawkins Top 20 Dunks: https://youtu.be/2V7z1UY1WbE

Darryl Dawkins Wikipedia: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darryl_Dawkins


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>In today’s episode we talk about Darryl "Chocolate Thunder" Dawkins and his incredible influence on pop culture because of two famous dunks that he had back in 1979. His influence was so great that his name was used as part of a punchline on Saturday Night Live in 1999. His fame stemmed from his time with the Philadelphia 76ers, but he also played for the New Jersey Nets, Utah Jazz, and Detroit Pistons. Hailing from the planet Lovetron, he was one of the first to perform what we now call a poster dunk.


Video of Dawkins shattering backboards: https://youtu.be/O1J86HLTyiM

Darryl Dawkins Top 20 Dunks: https://youtu.be/2V7z1UY1WbE

Darryl Dawkins Wikipedia: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darryl_Dawkins


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher


MUSIC

"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>b91ad8b7-fccf-4d2a-a656-bae6e9628c45Tue, 29 Sep 2020 05:36:45 -050015:50falsefull88<p>In today’s episode we talk about Darryl "Chocolate Thunder" Dawkins and his incredible influence on pop culture because of two famous dunks that he had back in 1979. His influence was so great that his name was used as part of a punchline on Saturday Night Live in 1999. His fame stemmed from his time with the Philadelphia 76ers, but he also played for the New Jersey Nets, Utah Jazz, and Detroit Pistons. Hailing from the planet Lovetron, he was one of the first to perform what we now call a poster dunk.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Video of Dawkins shattering backboards:&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/O1J86HLTyiM" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/O1J86HLTyiM</a></p> <p>Darryl Dawkins Top 20 Dunks:&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/2V7z1UY1WbE" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/2V7z1UY1WbE</a></p> <p>Darryl Dawkins Wikipedia:&nbsp;<a href="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darryl_Dawkins" target="_blank">https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darryl_Dawkins</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/">https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p>bballhistory101@gmail.com</p> Episode 7 - NBA Nicknames: Pacific DivisionEpisode 7 - NBA Nicknames: Pacific DivisionOn this week’s episode we tell the story of how NBA teams got their nicknames. We start with the Pacific Division, which is home to the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, and Sacramento Kings. We will also touch on their color schemes and logos used over the years. This is a topic that we will revisit around once per month.


Golden State Warriors logo history: https://logos-world.net/golden-state-warriors-logo/

Log Angeles Clippers logo history: https://logos-world.net/los-angeles-clippers-logo/

Los Angeles Lakers logo history: https://logos-world.net/los-angeles-lakers-logo/

Phoenix Suns logo history: https://logos-world.net/phoenix-suns-logo/

Sacramento Kings logo history: https://logos-world.net/sacramento-kings-logo/


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>On this week’s episode we tell the story of how NBA teams got their nicknames. We start with the Pacific Division, which is home to the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, and Sacramento Kings. We will also touch on their color schemes and logos used over the years. This is a topic that we will revisit around once per month.


Golden State Warriors logo history: https://logos-world.net/golden-state-warriors-logo/

Log Angeles Clippers logo history: https://logos-world.net/los-angeles-clippers-logo/

Los Angeles Lakers logo history: https://logos-world.net/los-angeles-lakers-logo/

Phoenix Suns logo history: https://logos-world.net/phoenix-suns-logo/

Sacramento Kings logo history: https://logos-world.net/sacramento-kings-logo/


CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer and publisher


MUSIC

"Horizons" by Roa


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>f41729f4-6356-4497-8c95-891bab4dcb55Tue, 22 Sep 2020 21:48:58 -050015:43falsefull77<p>On this week’s episode we tell the story of how NBA teams got their nicknames. We start with the Pacific Division, which is home to the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, and Sacramento Kings. We will also touch on their color schemes and logos used over the years. This is a topic that we will revisit around once per month.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Golden State Warriors logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/golden-state-warriors-logo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/golden-state-warriors-logo/</a></p> <p>Log Angeles Clippers logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/los-angeles-clippers-logo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/los-angeles-clippers-logo/</a></p> <p>Los Angeles Lakers logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/los-angeles-lakers-logo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/los-angeles-lakers-logo/</a></p> <p>Phoenix Suns logo history: <a href="https://logos-world.net/phoenix-suns-logo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/phoenix-suns-logo/</a></p> <p>Sacramento Kings logo history:&nbsp;<a href="https://logos-world.net/sacramento-kings-logo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://logos-world.net/sacramento-kings-logo/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer and publisher</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC</strong></p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/">https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p>bballhistory101@gmail.com</p> Episode 6 - Hank Luisetti and the Jump ShotEpisode 6 - Hank Luisetti and the Jump ShotIn today’s episode we talk about how the jump shot was made popular by Stanford’s Hank Luisetti. In a single afternoon at Madison Square Garden he changed what East Coast fans thought a proper shot looked like. 


CREDITS 

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice 

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher 


MUSIC 

"Big Swing Band" by Audionautix 

"Horizons" by Roa 


FACEBOOK

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BUSINESS CONTACT

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]]>In today’s episode we talk about how the jump shot was made popular by Stanford’s Hank Luisetti. In a single afternoon at Madison Square Garden he changed what East Coast fans thought a proper shot looked like. 


CREDITS 

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice 

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher 


MUSIC 

"Big Swing Band" by Audionautix 

"Horizons" by Roa 


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>a8dacf9b-5242-4f56-a03c-d6e6309a51faTue, 15 Sep 2020 05:49:08 -050013:52falsefull66<p>In today’s episode we talk about how the jump shot was made popular by Stanford’s Hank Luisetti. In a single afternoon at Madison Square Garden he changed what East Coast fans thought a proper shot looked like.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice&nbsp;</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>"Big Swing Band" by Audionautix&nbsp;</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/">https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p>bballhistory101@gmail.com</p> Episode 5 - The Shot ClockEpisode 5 - The Shot ClockIn this episode, we cover two stories. The first is about the lowest scoring game in NBA history between the Minneapolis Lakers and the Ft. Wayne Pistons. That game led directly to the second story about the invention of the shot clock by Syracuse Nationals owner Danny Biasone. 


CREDITS 

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice 

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher 


MUSIC 

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro 

"Horizons" by Roa 


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>In this episode, we cover two stories. The first is about the lowest scoring game in NBA history between the Minneapolis Lakers and the Ft. Wayne Pistons. That game led directly to the second story about the invention of the shot clock by Syracuse Nationals owner Danny Biasone. 


CREDITS 

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice 

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher 


MUSIC 

"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro 

"Horizons" by Roa 


FACEBOOK

https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/


BUSINESS CONTACT

bballhistory101@gmail.com

]]>60b169cd-85d3-4cfe-b9c6-824aeb1a109aThu, 10 Sep 2020 02:34:00 -050014:55falsefull55<p>In this episode, we cover two stories. The first is about the lowest scoring game in NBA history between the Minneapolis Lakers and the Ft. Wayne Pistons. That game led directly to the second story about the invention of the shot clock by Syracuse Nationals owner Danny Biasone.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>CREDITS&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice&nbsp;</p> <p>Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>MUSIC&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>"Swing Time" by Music By Pedro&nbsp;</p> <p>"Horizons" by Roa&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></p> <p><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/">https://m.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>BUSINESS CONTACT</strong></p> <p>bballhistory101@gmail.com</p>