Brother from Another

Natalie, Zena Keita and Jim Trotter react to Saquon Barkley’s recent comments about his contract situation with the Giants and the NFL owners approving the Washington Commanders sale to Josh Harris. Natalie and Zena discuss Draymond Green’s relationship with his Warriors teammates, Steph Curry’s ‘Underrated’ documentary and James Harden’s status with the Sixers in light of him removing all references to the team from his social media bios. Nat and Zena also discuss the Aces continued dominance after the All-Star break, competitiveness among women athletes and how the World Cup is drawing more attention to women’s sports. 00:00                   Saquon Barkley addresses contract situation 16:00                   NFL owners approve Commanders sale; changing Commanders culture--26:45                   Draymond Green’s relationship with teammates: Jonathan Kuminga, Chris Paul, Jordan Poole 36:00                   Steph Curry’s ‘Underrated’ documentary debuts 41:45                   James Harden scrubs his social media of 76ers references--44:45                   Aces match best WNBA start to the season 47:30                   Kahleah Copper and Sophie Cunningham dust up 50:15                   Women’s World Cup; Naomi Girma’s dedication to Katie Meyer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Natalie and Kelsey Nicole Nelson react to the recent comments Draymond Green made on “The Pat Bev Podcast” regarding his incident with Jordan Poole and the drama that’s ensued on social media involving Poole’s father. Will Lowery joins the show to discuss Steph Curry’s golf impact on the Black Community and his Underrated Tour. Terrika Foster-Brasby joins the show to discuss Flau'jae and Angel Reese’s new Dormz commercial for Amazon and NIL deals, WNBA All-Star Weekend’s success, Elena Delle Donne’s TikTok video and Sabrina Ionescu challenging Stephen Curry to a 3-point contest. 00:00                   Draymond Green insinuates on Patrick Beverley’s podcast that he was triggered to punch Jordan Poole--22:00                  Steph Curry: Underrated Tour; HBCU Howard University; American Century Golf Championship (ACC)--38:30                   Angel Reese paves the way for college athletes 44:00                   WNBA All-Star Game draws huge audience 49:00                   Sabrina Ionescu challenges Stephen Curry to 3-pt shootout--51:15                   Tune in to all NBC Sports shows on Amazon Music Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Smith, Mike Jones and Tashan Reed discuss whether Josh Jacobs and Saquon Barkley will reach long-term deals before the NFL franchise tag deadline and the Titans signing DeAndre Hopkins on a 2-year deal. Natalie joins Mike to recap WNBA All-Star Weekend and discuss whether any teams can challenge the Aces in the second half of the season. They also discuss the Suns signing Bol Bol, Bradley Beal being designated as the Suns point guard and Zion Williamson’s Instagram story that raised concerns about his mental health. Natalie and Mike also react to Stephen Curry winning the American Century Championship. Reeta Hubbard “The NFL Chick” joins Michael to discuss Joel Embiid’s recent comments that he wants to win a championship “in Philly or anywhere else” and the struggles NFL running backs face while trying to secure a long-term deal. 00:00                   NFL franchise tag deadline: Josh Jacobs, Saquon Barkley  15:30                   DeAndre Hopkins agrees to deal with Titans--19:00                   WNBA All-Star Weekend: Brittney Griner, Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, Jewell Loyd, A’ja Wilson 30:00                   Las Vegas Aces vs the field: Chelsea Gray, Kelsey Plum, Jackie Young; Liberty; Sun 33:00                   Suns sign Bol Bol; Bradley Beal to start as PG 35:00                   Zion Williamson’s post raises concerns 38:00                   Steph Curry shines on the golf course at Lake Tahoe (ACC)--42:40                   Joel Embiid expresses his desire to win a championship 47:20                   Struggles for NFL running backs to get long-term deals Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Natalie and Kelsey Nicole Nelson react to LeBron James’ ESPY speech that clarified he will not be retiring, Pat McAfee having to write his opening ESPY monologue due to the writers strike and Damar Hamlin honoring the Bills training staff at the ESPYs. They also discuss Nicole Lynn’s latest contract negotiation for Quinnen Williams and some issues that have arisen with the sale of the Commanders. Subria Whitaker joins the show to discuss the WNBA’s partnership with Mielle, Kelsey Plum calling out the Commissioner over available All-Star tickets, WNBA All-Star weekend and Dwyane Wade joining the Chicago Sky ownership group. Natalie chats with NBA Champion Kahleah Copper about her third All-Star selection and being a part of Fast Twitch’s ‘Game Changer Collection’. (00:00) – Lebron James announces he will not retire at ESPYs (04:30) – Actors join the writers’ strike (08:00) – Damar Hamlin honors Bills training staff at ESPYs (11:00) – Nicole Lynn negotiates Quinnen Williams’ contract extension with the Jets (15:00) – Commanders sale hits legal snag  (18:30) – LeBron James shouts out A’ja Wilson and WNBA (20:15) – WNBA partnership with Mielle (26:00) – WNBA All-Star Weekend ticket issues  (30:00) – WNBA 3-point contest & skills competition (37:00) - WNBA All-Star game preview (41:30) – Kahleah Copper interview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Holley and Ashley Nicole Moss react to the NBA’s announcement of its In-Season Tournament and new rules next season for flopping and additional coaches’ challenges. Natalie joins the show to discuss some of the backlash to Sabrina Ionescu being selected for the WNBA Edition 2K24 cover over more accomplished players like A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart. They also discuss the Aces dominance of the WNBA this season and Chris Paul’s apparent reluctance to come off the bench for the Warriors. Holley and Ashley react to the NFL selecting the Jets to be featured on Hard Knocks. They also discuss Joel Embiid’s reaction to James Harden’s trade request and Ja Morant’s lawyers asserting a “stand your ground” self-defense argument in a legal matter where Morant is alleged to have punched a teenager.  00:00                   NBA In-Season Tournament 10:00                   NBA announces rule changes: techs for flopping; expansion of coaches’ challenges--20:00                   Sabrina Ionescu picked as 2K24 cover athlete over A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart 28:00                   Aces superteam dominance continues: Kelsey Plum, Chelsea Gray, Jackie Young 31:30                   Chris Paul reluctant to come off bench for Warriors --42:30                   Jets to be featured on Hard Knocks--48:30                   Joel Embiid reacts to James Harden’s trade request Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Natalie and Michael Smith react to Victor Wembanyama’s NBA Summer League debut, Jerry West referring to himself as “a wolf” and West’s Wemby-Bill Russell comparison. Vincent Goodwill joins the show to discuss Wemby’s Summer League performance and other Summer League standouts. Kurt Helin joins to weigh-in on whether Chris Paul will start or come off the bench for the Warriors. Mike, Nat and Kurt also discuss the Blazers and Damian Lillard’s trade demands, whether the Pelicans are still willing to trade Zion Williamson, Summer League performances and the NBA’s announcement that the new in-season tournament will be played in Las Vegas. 00:00                 Jerry West’s legacy; Jerry West on Wemby; Wemby’s Game 2 Summer League performance 13:50                   Natalie sees Usher in Vegas--16:10                   Wemby silences critics in Game 2 with Spurs 19:45                   The Vegas experience; Usher, Winnie Harlow, Keke Palmer 23:35                   Summer League: Scoot Henderson, Jabari Smith Jr.--26:40                 Will Chris Paul start or come off the bench for the Warriors? 35:35                   Latest on Damian Lillard’s trade request 39:30                   Will Pelicans trade Zion Williamson? 42:50                   Wemby’s maturity on and off the court 45:30                   Summer League: Scoot Henderson, Keyonte George, Brandon Miller, Thompson twins 49:00                   NBA releases details of In-Season Tournament-- 51:10                   This week’s BFA preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Natalie and Zena Keita host the show from Las Vegas and react to Victor Wembanyama’s security slapping Britney Spears. They also react to Damian Lillard’s latest trade demands and the Celtics trading Grant Williams to the Dallas Mavericks. Nat and Zena discuss recent reports on Jordan Poole’s relationship with Draymond Green and other Warriors’ teammates. Kelsey Nicole Nelson joins to recognize the Inaugural National Black Women in Sports Day and to discuss Keke Palmer and her boyfriend’s recent comments attempting to shame her. Natalie and Zena also discuss the upcoming WNBA All-Star draft, the New York Liberty’s recent travel issues and the launch of Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier’s new women’s league in Miami.  00:00                   MSG Sphere in Las Vegas01:35                   Britney Spears slapped by Victor Wembanyama’s security10:12                   NBA free agency and trades: Damian Lillard; Grant Williams traded to Mavs18:13                   Chris Paul, Jordan Poole trade completed; Draymond Green--25:54                   Inaugural National Black Women In Sports Day27:17                   Keke Palmer’s partner tries to shame her for outfit worn to Usher concert--41:47                   WNBA All-Star in Vegas; A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart team selections46:45                   Telfar gifts New York Liberty new bags48:46                   New York Liberty 13-hour travel day50:30                   Stewie and Napheesa Collier launch new 3-on-3 league “Unrivaled” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Smith and Ashley Nicole Moss react to Michael Rubin’s star-studded 4th of July party and discuss the upcoming Netflix docuseries about Jerry Jones and the Cowboys. Kurt Helin joins the show to weigh-in on Damian Lillard’s trade request and discuss whether Chet Holmgren or Victor Wembanyama will win the 2024 NBA Rookie of the Year Award. They also debate the NBA’s new penalty for flopping. Natalie joins to discuss whether James Harden would be a good fit with the Clippers and react to the Suns and Lakers free agency moves. Michael, Ashley, and Natalie shout out the new social media app Spill. 00:00                  Michael Rubin’s star-studded 4th of July party06:52                  ‘90s Cowboys and Jerry Jones Netflix docuseries--18:35                   Tobias Harris and Crumbl Cookie; Daryl Morey19:46                   Everyone is on “Dame Time” during NBA free agency32:14                   Chet Holmgren or Wemby for ROY?35:42                   Proposed NBA flopping penalty--38:14                   James Harden and the Sixers; Fit with Clippers45:22                   NBA Free Agency: Suns, Lakers, Nuggets, Warriors; Chris Paul--52:12                   Is Spill the new Black Twitter? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Holley and Michael Smith discuss Damian Lillard’s trade request. Sam Amick joins the show and breaks down the different trade options for Portland and Dame. They also discuss James Harden’s request to be traded from the Sixers, likely destinations and what this means for Joel Embiid. Gary Washburn joins to provide a status update on the Celtics since trading Marcus Smart and acquiring Kristaps Porziņģis and weigh-in on the trade rumor that the Celtics may have interest in acquiring Lillard. Holley, Smith, and Natalie revisit their Boyz II Men debate and Nat reacts to the most overrated and underrated free agency moves. 00:00                   Damian Lillard requests trade to Miami Heat; Are Spurs option?--16:58                   Could Nets or Sixers be potential trade partner for Blazers?25:43                   James Harden trade rumors; Clippers best trade option for Sixers; What about Joel Embiid?--33:01                   Celtics free agency: Grant Williams, Jayson Tatum--42:48                   Boyz II Men vs Jodeci--48:13                   NBA Free Agency: Lakers, Suns, Warriors, Chris Paul, Wizards, Jordan Poole, Kyle Kuzma, Rockets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As Black Music Month comes to an end, we revisit one of the more heated ongoing music debates we had on Brother From Another. Yahoo Sports’ Vincent Goodwill and our own Michael Smith had some very interesting takes on the popular 90’s R&B group Boyz II Men. Natalie wasn’t feeling ANY of what they had to say and offers her own POV on the group. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.