The legendary Ken Griffey Jr. joins the show as we debate GOAT all episode long: Patrick Mahomes, Dunk Contest, and the history of Black Excellence in the NBA.One of the most influential athletes of all time, Ken Griffey Jr., talks to us about how his training, work ethic, and swagger led him to shift the entire culture of baseball.Heading into the interview, you know we HAD to talk Super Bowl. Is Patrick Mahomes legacy still up for debate? Now this upcoming week, we have a whole other sports spectacle to tackle: All-Star Weekend. And one thing to keep an eye on this year? The dunk contest. Lastly, it was only right to continue to speak on Black Excellence by diving into some of the firsts for Black athletes in the NBA. 01:33 - Evan & Andre discuss their iconic little league days 😂 10:13 - 🗣️ HEARD EM SAY: Patrick Mahomes’ legacy is sealed. But do you agree? 18:47 - 🔮 Who is going to win, and potentially, save the dunk contest?!  28:34 - THAT'S A BAR: The Lakers' Rob Pelinka and his closing statements on the NBA Trade Deadline.  35:46 - 📖 Recognizing Black History in the NBA: Should Wayne Embry be considered on the same level as Bob Myers?  44:13 - 📌 Interview with Ken Griffey Jr.   Follow Point Forward on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube.Part of SB Nation and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joakim Noah joins Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner to *finally* break bread after such outstanding careers. We recap some of the greatest moments, lowest moments, and every emotion in between. Yet despite all three players being retired, the work on the court doesn't finish as Joakim Noah puts down his foot on who he's rooting for come the Paris Olympics.Before we get the chance to sit down with the former DPOY, we had to talk through Jay-Z's gems he shared during the Grammys. And speaking of dropping gems, how many 50+ point efforts will it take to slow down the Hawks?!?! And speaking of spoilers...we're given OUR vote on All-Star Snubs.Take a seat and take a listen! Then, let us know what you think. 01:45 - GRAMMY RECAP! Our POV on Jay’s Gems. 06:03 - HEARD 'EM SAY: Taylor Swift is really out here boosting economies more than an entire NFL Team... 11:22 - We decided to weigh in on the NBA’s 65-game Rule 15:00 - And could the NBA All-Team Voters alleviate this rule…entirely? 18:29 - Breaking down a weird trend in the NBA: The odds of a player scoring 50+ and winning or losing the game  28:54 - Joakim Noah Interview Follow Point Forward on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube.Part of SB Nation and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ernie Johnson joins hosts Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner to talk the landscape of basketball today and how, despite multiple battles with cancer, Ernie continues to overcome and change the game.But before we dive in with one of the G.O.A.Ts, we HAVE to talk Super Bowl odds - more specifically Andre's Niners! Then, you know Evan had to break down Luka's 73-point game which of course called for a surprising rebuttal from Andre: do these stats even matter if you ain't winning?!Listen in!Follow Point Forward on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube.Part of SB Nation and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Wednesday, we sit down with the one and only fashion designer and Chicago native, Joe Freshgoods, sits down to talk about his permanent influence on the culture. JFG spills his secrets on coming up with no co-signs to seal his legacy as one of the greatest multi-hyphenate creatives in this generation.Prior to learning from the genius, we reflect on Dejan Milojević's legacy, the looming NBA Trade Deadline featuring the best trades in history, and lastly...how out of pocket was Paul Pierce for his comments on Udonis Haslem's jersey retirement?!Let's get into it.Follow Point Forward on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube.Part of SB Nation and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dean Athanasia, President of Regional Banking at Bank of America, joins hosts Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner to discuss digital banking, building communities, and the importance of football in leadership. They also touch on financial responsibility, the rise of FinTechs, and navigating career paths. Tap in for an entertaining and insightful conversation!

Hosts Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner sit down with their friend from their time in Philly, Nikola Vucevic, as they revisit playing for the Sixers and talk Nikola’s evolution as a big man in the ever-changing game of basketball. And before we break down Nikola’s rise to respect in the NBA, we HAD to discuss some potentially historic odds for the Boston Celtics who have the potential to have a whole starting 5 make the game. Sure there is potential to break all-star game history, but does this mean anything for a potential championship? In this week's new segment, "Heard Em Say", we dive into everything we see you guys talking about on our social platforms and today, we might’ve stumbled upon some of the best business advice for professional athletes...Tune in. Follow Point Forward on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube.Part of SB Nation and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Point Forward the Podcast with Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner is expanding to a two-drop week in order to provide you with what we love on the court, with what we love *off of the court. We're talking business, culture, and more. Joining us this week, is none other than the Bay's finest, LaRussell. The talented disciplinary artist has built a following from trusting instinct and authenticity - and we're getting to the truth of just how. But before we tap in with the talented mind, we had to tackle Tiger Woods parting ways with Nike, and a revolutionary new ESPN deal that is set to make waves in women's sports. This is game giving game to more game - we all win. Tune in. Follow Point Forward on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube.Part of SB Nation and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To kick the year off properly, we had to go big on big for the one and only Trae Young! The young bull has been carving a lane for himself since his Norman North High School days in Oklahoma. He sat down to talk about his father's influence, a new wave of points guards, and Quin Snyder's already large impact on the Hawks.But before diving in, we had to answer the question: What exactly is going on over at the Golden State Warriors? With the room for errors growing smaller and smaller, Coach Kerr will need to begin making decisions about which era the organization wants to stand behind. Just down the road, while the Lakers might be struggling, LeBron still finds himself shining during Pharrell's new Louis Vuitton Spring 2024 drop. And lastly, if the guys could do it all over again...who is attending their retirement game? 😂 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner sit down to reflect on a wild year back when Andre was still on the court, to the NBPA Acting Executive Director. The guys talked everything from the All-Star Weekend interview with Damian Lillard to addressing the backlash they've received on some of their commentary. We left no crumbs!Enjoy this episode as next week we will be taking a break to re-coop and bring you even more from your favorite podcast. Episodes will resume on January 10th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

THE Jonathan Clay Redick joins us this week on Point Forward. Even while retired from the game, JJ Redick still continues to be one of the most prominent voices on the hardwood and in media as he was one of the first athletes to build his own platform that is still so beloved to this day. A true father and coach, he hands out gem after gem on the story of his success and what’s next. And just before we talk game, we had to step back and take a look at the Detroit Pistons approaching a new historic record as they continue to inch closer to one of the longest losing streaks in NBA history. Is this the most bizarre streak the guys have witnessed? And wait - but this ain’t a tank though? What the hell would they be tanking for? Tune in. Follow Point Forward on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube.Part of SB Nation and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices