Episodes
Chis Miller is joined by 3 prominent local sports figures: Mystics guard Natasha Cloud, Wizards center Ian Mahinmi and University of Maryland Head Football Coach Mike Locksley. The American way of life changed on May 25 with the murder of George Floyd. Since then, we've seen people across the country protesting and bringing to light the social injustices that exist - particularly in communities of color. Athletes have taken up the cause as well - with many using their platforms to help...
Published 07/03/20
We're one month away from the return of NBA basketball and a week before the Wizards head to Orlando to get ready. Head Coach Scott Brooks and GM Tommy Sheppard addressed the media - so it's natural we get the biggest takeaways from our Wizards crew. Chris Miller, Chase Hughes, Quinton Mayo and Wes Hall give their thoughts - and dive deeper into what we can expect in the final 8 games, and why talk of the playoffs isn't as far fetched as it may seem - especially with cases of COVID-19...
Published 07/01/20
After weeks of waiting...and waiting... AND WAITING, we finally have details on the Wizards schedule when the NBA season resumes in late July. Chris Miller, Chase Hughes, Quinton Mayo and Wes Hall breakdown the games and share which ones will make or break the Wizards push towards the playoffs. Plus, with a spike in COVID-19 cases in Florida, how concerned are they about players safety. Finally, the quartet discuss how the team will manage Bradley Beal's minutes, and what should we expect...
Published 06/27/20
Chris is joined by former Bullets/Wizards guard Tim Legler as they tell stories of times with Wes Unseld, and winning the 1996 3-Point Contest. Legs also gives his opinion of what the Wizards might look like next year with both Beal and Wall healthy and insight into who has the best chance to come out of the tournament in Orlando!
Published 06/24/20
Chris is joined by Chase Hughes, Quinton Mayo and former Wizards Center Jason Smith to discuss Davis Bertans decision not to go down to Orlando with the Wizards as they fight for that final playoff spot. The guys discuss if they are surprised by the decision - and if they blame him for making that choice with a potential lucrative contract looming in Free Agency. They also discuss if they'd make the same choice given the health concerns... AND --- another conversation about whether this...
Published 06/22/20
Chris Miller is joined by two special guests as we remember the legendary Maryland basketball phenom Len Bias. This week marks the 34th anniversary of Bias' death - an event that still resonates throughout the DMV. Tony Massenburg and Walt Williams share their stories about how Bias impacted their lives and careers.
Published 06/15/20
Chris is joined by former Wizards Forward and NBCSW Color Analyst Caron Butler. The first part of the podcast is an honest conversation about the George Floyd murder and the protests that have followed. But there's plenty of NBA talk as well --- including how the NBA will look in its return and some concerns he'd have as a player dealing with the lingering COVID-19 situation. There's also high praise for Wizards guard Bradley Beal, as he pushes for all-NBA honors. Butler also talks about...
Published 06/12/20
Chris Miller is joined by Wizards Forward Isaac Bonga. The 2nd year player has proven to be a versatile piece on the court for the Wizards, and he carries that away from hoops too - from his Rubik's cube prowess, to teaching himself to play the piano during the break. Bonga also explains why he's helping residents in Ward 8 during these tough times of COVID-19, and he also shares how he and his teammates decided to address the George Floyd killing and aftermath.
Published 06/08/20
It's official... The National Basketball Association will return - with 22 teams fighting for 16 playoff spots. And the Wizards are one of the teams with a chance. Chris, Quinton, Chase Hughes and Drew Gooden talk about what it all means --- Are they happy the Wizards get to continue the season with a chance at the postseason? Are the Bucks and Lakers still the favorites? And should there be an asterisk when we look back at 2019-2020. Listen and find out!!
Published 06/04/20
A sad day for DC Sports with the news of the passing of Wes Unseld, regarded by many as the greatest player in Wizards franchise history. The Hall of Famer spent his entire career with the Baltimore/Washington Bullets, leading them to their only NBA title in 1978. Chris Miller catches up with 2 of his teammates - Phil Chenier and Bobby Dandridge for their thoughts on the man who was a leader on and off the court.
Published 06/02/20
Chris Miller, Wes Hall and Quinton Mayo discuss the Wizards statement about the George Floyd protests and express the effects these injustices have had on their on lives. The crew also looks into the Wizards making a possible playoff run, whether the risk is worth the reward or if they even have a chance. Plus Chris tells a story from the new Sports Uncovered Podcast: "I'm Back" that features MJ's brief "stint " with Golden State during his baseball hiatus.
Published 06/02/20
Chris has put together a really special episode focused on giving back to the community. First up - Candyce Jones, who is the director of events for the John Wall Family Foundation. She explains how John is once again spearheading a campaign to help out DC's Ward 8 community. Then Wizards Head Coach Scott Brooks jumps on to give Chris a preview of what the team will look like moving forward - and also explains the story behind his haircut for a cause.
Published 05/28/20
Chris and Q are joined by former Washington Post Wizards beat reporter Steve Wyche to discuss Michael Jordan's real Last Dance - the two seasons he suited up for the Wizards, which ended his Hall of Fame career. Wyche discusses the highs and lows of Jordan's time in DC -- from his time in the front office, to on the court, to his memorable departure.
Published 05/25/20
Chris is joined three of P.G. County's greatest, former NBA guard Demarr Johnson, Dematha High School Basketball Coach Mike Jones and Keith Stevens the CEO of Team Takeover. The four of them give their opinion of who the best players to come out of P.G. County are and tell us the basketball players that influenced their games the most growing up!
Published 05/21/20
Chris is joined by NBA Executive Rod Thorn and Quinton Mayo to dissect the latest two episodes of "The Last Dance". Thorn was General Manager of the Bulls in 1984 when Michael Jordan was picked 3rd overall in the NBA Draft. Thorn shares stories of his days scouting Jordan at the University of North Carolina and tells us when he realized MJ was a can't miss, generational talent. He also reveals how he thinks Jordan would fare in today's game, and whether he would have broken up the Bulls...
Published 05/19/20
Chris is joined by two local legends, NBA veterans Quinn Cook and Jeff Green to discuss their journey's through Prince Georges ("P.G.") County, Maryland. The episode comes prior to Showtime's release of "Basketball County: In The Water", a documentary about the incredible talent that comes out of P.G. County, in which Green and Cook are both featured.
Published 05/13/20
Chris is joined by NBA Legend Phil Chenier, Wes Hall, and Quinton Mayo to dissect the latest two episodes of "The Last Dance".
Published 05/12/20
As we wait for what will happen to this current season, Chris & Chase Hughes take this opportunity to look at what next season might have in store for Washington. Davis Bertans is an impending Free Agent and of course, John Wall is expected to make his return to the floor. They then give a preview for the 2020 NBA Draft and what to make of the top prospects. Would LaMelo Ball be a fit with the Wizards? How much would they covet Obi Toppin?
Published 05/08/20
Chris is joined by K.C. Johnson (Bulls Insider for NBC Sports Chicago, Chris Miles, and Quinton Mayo to dissect the latest two episodes of "Last Dance". K.C. covered the 1998 Bulls season and has unique perspectives on Michael Jordan. Chris Miles is a NY native and still hasn't gotten over the "Charles Smith" game.
Published 05/05/20
Rod Strickland joins Chris Miller to give his perspective on what it has been like living in New York during the pandemic, making the playoffs in Washington, facing Michael Jordan's Bulls, and even some Hip Hop debates.
Published 04/30/20
The Michael Jordan and '98 Bulls documentary, "The Last Dance", continued with episodes focusing on Dennis Rodman, the rivalry with the "Bad Boys", and MJ capturing his 1st title. Chris and Quinton are joined by Jimmy Patsos & Wizards guard Ish Smith to focus on what parts they enjoyed the most. Plus, Ish answers which teammate he's had who's approach to the game most closely resembles Rodman.
Published 04/28/20
A pair of UNC alums, Antawn Jamison and Brendan Haywood, share their past experiences with Michael Jordan. Like Chris, they each grew up in North Carolina watching MJ, plus early in Brendan's NBA career he was teammates with Jordan in Washington. Must listen for local basketball fans.
Published 04/23/20
The Michael Jordan and 98 Bulls documentary, "The Last Dance", has arrived as the Wizards Talk crew give their impressions of the initial two episodes. Chris, Quinton, Tony, and Drew start off with the UNC days, discuss some of the moments chronicling MJ's early seasons in Chicago, and the epic playoff performance in Boston. Plus, learning about the background and unique contractual situation for Scottie Pippen (31:35).
Published 04/21/20
As the new documentary, "The Last Dance", on the 1998 Bulls & Michael Jordan is about to air on ESPN, Chris & Quinton are joined by a man who played alongside MJ (Jared Jeffries) and someone who often competed against him (Walt Williams). Jared shares great perspective on how Jordan mania continued into his Wizards days and Walt tells what it was like to face #23 in the NBA.
Published 04/15/20
Chris Miller chats with Washington Mystics Head Coach Mike Thibault on how the Coronavirus has affected the Mystics and the WNBA. How the WNBA handle its virtual draft this year, their, players that he expects to take a leap this upcoming year, and discusses his time being around Michael Jordan.
Published 04/12/20