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A’ja Wilson, LeBron’s ‘Retirement’, & NBA Preseason Madness | Ep. 14
In this 14th episode of The I Really Hoop Podcast, Javan and Edu deliver one of their most dynamic and wide-ranging basketball discussions yet — from the WNBA Finals to LeBron James’ viral “retirement” ad, and all the way to Kenya’s own National Basketball League.
The conversation kicks off with a powerful look at the WNBA Finals, celebrating A’ja Wilson’s historic dominance and the continued rise of women’s basketball globally. The hosts explore the ongoing issues surrounding player treatment, pay gaps, and league leadership, emphasizing the importance of supporting and empowering female athletes.
They then dive deep into the LeBron James controversy that had the internet in shambles — unpacking the marketing genius (and chaos) behind his Hennessy campaign, the wild ticket prices, and the debate over his eventual retirement. From there, the team debates LeBron’s legacy, the GOAT conversation, and the emotional void his retirement will eventually leave in the NBA.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Gratitude
01:41 Weekly Recap and WNBA Highlights
02:14 WNBA Finals and Player Achievements
02:31 Controversies and Injuries in the NBA
09:08 LeBron James Retirement Rumors
14:59 Austin Reeves and Preseason Highlights
17:18 Luka's Role in LeBron's Absence
18:16 Luka's Trade and Kyrie's Impact
20:04 NBA Preseason Excitement
20:43 League Pass and Viewing Challenges
22:39 Victor Wembanyama's Height and Potential
24:18 Steven A. Smith's Controversial Comments
26:22 Basketball Africa League Format Changes
29:55 Kenyan Basketball Leagues and Events
33:06 Bien x Spotify x Nairobi City Thunder Event Recap
36:09 Conclusion and Future Plans
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Edu
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By I Really Hoop PodcastIn this 14th episode of The I Really Hoop Podcast, Javan and Edu deliver one of their most dynamic and wide-ranging basketball discussions yet — from the WNBA Finals to LeBron James’ viral “retirement” ad, and all the way to Kenya’s own National Basketball League.
The conversation kicks off with a powerful look at the WNBA Finals, celebrating A’ja Wilson’s historic dominance and the continued rise of women’s basketball globally. The hosts explore the ongoing issues surrounding player treatment, pay gaps, and league leadership, emphasizing the importance of supporting and empowering female athletes.
They then dive deep into the LeBron James controversy that had the internet in shambles — unpacking the marketing genius (and chaos) behind his Hennessy campaign, the wild ticket prices, and the debate over his eventual retirement. From there, the team debates LeBron’s legacy, the GOAT conversation, and the emotional void his retirement will eventually leave in the NBA.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Gratitude
01:41 Weekly Recap and WNBA Highlights
02:14 WNBA Finals and Player Achievements
02:31 Controversies and Injuries in the NBA
09:08 LeBron James Retirement Rumors
14:59 Austin Reeves and Preseason Highlights
17:18 Luka's Role in LeBron's Absence
18:16 Luka's Trade and Kyrie's Impact
20:04 NBA Preseason Excitement
20:43 League Pass and Viewing Challenges
22:39 Victor Wembanyama's Height and Potential
24:18 Steven A. Smith's Controversial Comments
26:22 Basketball Africa League Format Changes
29:55 Kenyan Basketball Leagues and Events
33:06 Bien x Spotify x Nairobi City Thunder Event Recap
36:09 Conclusion and Future Plans
Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all available podcast platforms, social media pages, as well as the co-host's social media pages.
YouTube: https://youtu.be/XZRS_cNHyjs?si=LZIRxq6yxbjZEa37
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VD53EzFtf4P0pf95GA9Qd?si=8a614bcb985b4e2b
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/aja-wilson-lebrons-retirement-nba-preseason-madness-ep-14/id1831444430?i=1000735537987
All our Links (LinkTree): https://linktr.ee/ireallyhooppod
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/i-really-hoop-podcast
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ireallyhooppod
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Hosts
Javan
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie
X/Twitter: https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalie
All my links(LinkTree): https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_Ekhalie
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@BasketballTwin
Edu
https://www.instagram.com/edmundi_o/
Shot and directed by Tim (https://www.instagram.com/user_is_tim/)
Produced and edited by me, Javan Okwayo Ekhalie (
Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all available podcast platforms, social media pages, as well as the co-host's social media pages.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ireallyhooppodcast
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15YouQrlzXkXLiK4GZSlW8
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-really-hoop-podcast/id1831444430
YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLO_eka8YBZ7hRZG4jfuDHWVHL3jFOdcNz&si=q9qsoW56hbPX4Xfd
RSS: https://rss.com/podcasts/i-really-hoop-podcast/
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/i-really-hoop-podcast
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