What up, jeeks? 🎙️ Welcome to another electrifying episode of The Original Jeek Podcast with your host, RockinMrMagic! We've got a jam-packed show for you today, diving into the latest in sports, entertainment, and geek culture. From heartfelt farewells to legendary figures to groundbreaking developments in collegiate sports, this episode is sure to keep you engaged and entertained.

We kick things off with our Quick Hits segment:

Quick Hit 1: Legendary basketball coach and broadcaster Hubie Brown is calling it a career at the age of 91. Known for his incredible basketball knowledge and influence, Coach Brown leaves behind a legacy that spans decades. We tip our hats to this basketball royalty for his contributions to the game. 🏀

Quick Hit 2: Delaware State University makes history as the first HBCU to establish a Division 1 women's wrestling program. With the support of the HBC Wrestling Initiative, this program is set to provide new opportunities for female athletes and expand the reach of women's wrestling. 🤼‍♀️

In our brand-new segment, "Somewhere in the Multiverse," we explore the hypothetical pairing of Dr. Julius Erving and Pistol Pete Maravich on the Atlanta Hawks in the summer of 1972. Imagine the high-flying, highlight-reel basketball that could have been! 🌌

We also delve into the NBA All-Star Game format changes, discussing the new pickup-style tournament designed to bring back competition and excitement. With four teams, including one from the Rising Stars game, this format aims to reignite the intensity of the All-Star weekend. 🏆

Finally, we discuss the nominees for the 2024 Game of the Year Awards, featuring titles like Astrobot, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Black Myth: Wukong, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, and Balatro. We share our thoughts on each contender and encourage you to vote in our poll for your favorite! 🎮

Don't miss this episode filled with insightful discussions and exciting updates. Tune in now and join Jeek Nation! 🎧

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(00:00) Intro + Quick Hits

(02:05) Coach Hubie Brown will call one more game before calling it a career

(05:19) Delaware State making history in wrestling

(19:58) NBA Allstar "Pickup" style tournament

(49:15) 2024 Game of the Year Awards