All Ball With Doug Gottlieb

In this episode, Doug shares a great behind the scenes story about life on the road in broadcasting, and is joined by hoops analyst, former agent Matt Babcock. They discuss his Arizona walk-on experience, his non-traditional path to becoming an NBA agent, the ugly side of the business that led him to leave it to pursue player evaluation and analyst life. He also breaks down LaMelo Ball's first month of his NBA career, his NBA scouting report on Iowa's Luka Garza, star freshman Cade Cunningham, Jalen Suggs and how COVID has impacted scouting. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug gives his thoughts on the early season NBA action, KD and Kyrie's impressive early returns, why the Clippers can bounce back and win a title, and why Kentucky's struggles show the the one-and-done model has peaked. This week's guest is skills trainer and former Oral Roberts star Chad Wilkerson who discusses playing for Bill Self, playing against Gottlieb in college, with him in the USBL for Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, which college basketball rule changes can improve the college game, his experience playing with Dennis Rodman in the Philippines, and his youth charity Book and a Ball. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Jason shares a quick thought on the Pittsburgh Steelers ugly loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday Night Football. After starting the season 11-0, the Steelers have lost three in a row and Ben Roethlisberger looks absolutely washed. The defense has slipped a bit and the offense looks abysmal. Thanks to their hot start to the season they'll still make the playoffs but they have the making of a one-and-done postseason team, at best. Plus, The King of #NBATwitter Josiah Johnson swings by to discuss what it was like growing up in and around the UCLA Basketball program, what it was like was living with UCLA Basketball royalty (his father, Marques Johnson and his brother, Kris Johnson), how the so-called 'locker room culture' helped him develop the comedic skills that have made him the undisputed King of #NBATwitter, his biggest issues with Twitter trolls and social media tough guys, why he understands why Kevin Durant felt compelled to create social media burner accounts, why he's still pick

In this episode, Doug is joined by former Gonzaga superstar and NBA player Dan Dickau for the second part of a two part interview to discuss his breaking onto the national scene at Gonzaga, building the foundation of what the program has become, his NBA experience across multiple teams, and how he's staying involved in the game. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug is joined by former Gonzaga superstar and NBA player Dan Dickau to discuss his hoops upbringing in the Northwest, committing to Washington, and why he decided to transfer to an up and coming Gonzaga program. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaVar Arrington, T.J. Houshmandzadeh and Plaxico Burress discuss the NBA's decision to no longer test players for marijuana and speak with 16-year NBA veteran Al Harrington about what it means for the rest of professional sports! Plus, is James Harden an example of 'player empowerment' going too far? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug dives into Coach K's comments second guessing the plans to play games during COVID, and talks with former Washington State Guard Taylor Rochestie discusses his path from growing up in Santa Barbara, transferring from Tulane to rebuilding Washington State, Tony Bennett's influence, recruiting Klay Thompson, how he's been able to carve out a successful 11-year pro career in Europe and China, and his new motivational book on living with an optimistic, positive attitude. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug is joined by College Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Tom Penders to discuss his incredible 40 year coaching career at 7 schools, including his memorable run at Texas, why he played up tempo, his days as a basketball and baseball standout at U Conn, and why he passed on a possible major league baseball career to pursue coaching. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug looks at recent reports of Clippers chemistry issues, and is joined by Ohio University Sophomore Guard Jason Preston who shares his incredible story on his growth from not starting and averaging 2 PPG as a high school senior to 20 PPG as an All-MAC star for the Bobcats. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug gives some early takes on the college hoops season and makes the case for letting every team into the NCAA Tournament. This week's guest is legendary former Belmont Head Coach Rick Byrd, who discusses his recent College Basketball Hall of Fame selection, growing up as the son of a Tennessee sports writer covering the Vols, his path into coaching, building Belmont from an NAIA program to a consistent Division I tournament team, battles with Nashville rival Lipscomb University, and how almost upsetting Duke as a 15 seed in the 2008 tournament helped jumpstart the program. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug finishes up the second part of his in-depth interview with South Carolina Head Coach Frank Martin. They discuss the wave of early college hoop cancellations, the behind the scenes of recruiting and coaching Michael Beasley to Kansas State, their unexpected Elite Eight run, why he didn't end up getting the Miami job when it opened up, and how he turned around South Carolina made a Final Four. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug is joined by former NBA guard and Wichita State star Ron Baker discusses his path from rural Kansas to starring at Wichita State, the Shockers undefeated regular season, Final Four run, and opens up with exclusive insight into the good and bad of his experience playing under former Wichita State Head Coach Gregg Marshall, including his first hand recollection of Marshall allegedly hitting Shaq Morris in practice. He also talks about his NBA experience, playing in Russia, and what's next. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug gives some quick thoughts on LaMelo Ball and the NBA Draft, and talks with South Carolina Head Coach Frank Martin about how he spent his long COVID offseason, his upbringing in Miami, the influence of his high school coach Shakey Rodriguez, why he stresses education with his players, his relationship and first big break with Bob Huggins, and what led to him getting the his first big time head coaching job at Kansas State. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug is joined by Gonzaga Head Coach Mark Few to discuss his team's #1 preseason ranking, how he continues to recruit the right players to fit the program, the disappointment of the a COVID shortened 2020 season, how he's approaching the uncertainty of the 2021 season, and what he's learned coaching international hoop. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug sits down with Cleveland Cavaliers Guard Matt Mooney to discuss his improbable path to the NBA from growing up outside of Chicago, bouncing around several colleges before winding up at Texas Tech to play for Chris Beard, his role on the Red Raiders 2018 NCAA tourney championship game run, and what he's working on to survive in the NBA. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Jason starts things off by explaining why he's fully on-board with the NFL's plan to switch to a 16-team Playoff bracket in the event that not every team can complete a full regular season schedule due to COVID. Producer Rob pushes back on the idea in a big way - and even Jason admits that the contingency plan should've been put into place before the season even started - but you can never have too much good NFL football. Later, the guys share their thoughts on the reports that the New York Knicks and the Phoenix Suns are both interested in trading for Chris Paul. Nobody really expects CP3 to play a full 82 games, but he could be very nice addition to either squad albeit for completely different reasons. Plus, NBA Draft analyst Matt Babcock swings by to explain why the lack of a clear-cut superstar doesn’t mean that this is a weak Draft at all, why the ‘entitled’ label surrounding LaMelo Ball could lead to him falling out of the top-5 picks, why he believes that Anthony Edwards is the most

In this episode, Doug catches up with former Notre Dame Guard Kyle McAlarney discusses his path from Staten Island to Notre Dame as a highly touted recruit, a public arrest/suspension, his successful Euro career in the French league, and how he's staying in the game as a high school coach, NBA player trainer, and transitioning to being an agent. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug explains why the 2020 NBA Draft is even more of a crapshoot than normal, and the short offseason and quick turnaround for a 2021 season. This week's guest is Doug's former Notre Dame teammate Phil Hickey reflects on his time in South Bend, overcoming a fear of flying, his overseas career, eating reindeer, and his post basketball career in tech and growing the massively popular app Angry Birds. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug explains why he thinks LeBron is punching down by caring about people who still don't respect him, and is joined by NBA Champion and former Loyola Marymount Head Coach Paul Westhead to discuss the tragic death of Hank Gathers, his revolutionary run 'n gun philosophy, transitioning to the WNBA, rookie Magic's final heroics, how he ended up playing center in the Finals, establishing a relationship with Kareem, and his new book The Speed Game. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Doug sits down with hip hop icon and sports super fan Lil' Wayne to discuss his relationship with Kobe, the Lakers 2020 title, if LeBron's latest title moves the G.O.A.T. debate, growing up in New Orleans, rising to rap fame at 12, going platinum at 17, his creative process, how the rap game has changed in the digital age, and the time he got a Lambo as an apology from a prince in Riyadh. Make sure you download, rate and subscribe here to get the latest All Ball Podcasts! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.