Basketball History 101

Back in Episode 14, we talked about the 1951 College Betting Scandal. Jack Molinas was involved in it all, but was never caught. A decade later, in 1961, there was a new betting scandal -- and this time, Molinas was the ringleader. A graduate of Columbia University, he was selected for the NBA All-Star Game as a rookie, and eventually became a lawyer. He had every opportunity to have a successful career in basketball and law, but he threw it all away because of his addiction to gambling. His lifestyle not only landed him in jail but also got him in trouble with mafia.

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

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"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

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Dave DeBusschere was a Hall of Fame player, a coach, a general manager, a commissioner, and a Major League Baseball pitcher. But despite his extensive and impressive resume, he always remembered where he came from. His parents had had to work hard to provide for the family, and he always put 100% effort into his game. After championships, All-Star games, and even being inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame, he never let success or fame go to his head. He always treated people the right way and poured everything he had into being the best he could be.

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

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"60s & 70s Rock" by Hyde

"Horizons" by Roa

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Isaiah Thomas once scored 25 points in a single quarter in the NBA Finals while playing on a severely sprained ankle. This is that story from Game 6 of the 1988 NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

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"Take Care" by Julian Avila

"Horizons" by Roa

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Today, Rick concludes our story on the Van Arsdale twins as he covers their NBA careers. Not only were they identical in appearance, but they each finished with nearly identical statistics, including going to exactly three All-Star games each. While they had played together all through college, they were on separate teams for their entire NBA careers -- until their final season, that is, when they were reunited as teammates on the Phoenix Suns.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

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The van Arsdale twins, Tom and Dick, managed to win multiple awards for their individual skills, yet never managed to win any titles. In high school, they were named co-Mr. Basketball of Indiana, and in college they won co-Big 10 Player of the Year, but couldn't seem to secure a championship in either era of their lives. This is a situation that would haunt them throughout their entire careers, but what took place in the NBA will come next week in part 2.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"50's Music" by Dar Golan

"Horizons" by Roa

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The Playbook is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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HIGHLIGHTED SHOW

Hello everyone, my name is Zach, and this is my co-host Jarod, and we are The Playbook Podcast. Where we are here to talk about the Past, Present, and Future of the Gridiron, The Hardwood, and even all the way out to the Octagon.

We are just two fans who not only love our sports teams but the play of the game and how it evolved from past to now. So get ready to open them playbooks with us and we hope you enjoy it.

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On February 4, 1986, Larry Bird decided to play a game with his left hand out of sheer boredom. He often felt the need to give himself ridiculous challenges within the game in order to stay motivated. Despite this handicap, Bird still managed to score 47 points against the Portland Trailblazers and take home the victory that night.

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Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

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In remembrance of Bill Russell, Rick decided to make this bonus episode dedicated to him. While not a full profile, Rick shares some thoughts on the great man who not only won 11 NBA rings but also was a major civil rights activist. His book Second Wind is what first lit the spark that would become Rick's love of basketball history. Without him, this podcast would not exist. The impact of this great man cannot be denied. Rest in peace, Bill Russell. You will be missed.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

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"A Slow Day" by Chiro

"Horizons" by Roa

Marty's Illegal Stick is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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Marty’s Illegal Stick a Hockey History Podcast is exactly that – a podcast dedicated to hockey history. Each week, host Scott Kinville and co-host Dave “The Save” Warner hop on the Zamboni Time Machine and go back in time to look at the characters, teams, and events that make up hockey’s glorious history!

Marty’s Illegal Stick a Hockey History Podcast is recorded in upstate New York about thirty miles from the home of the legendary Clinton Comets as well as the Utica Memorial Auditorium. Parts of the classic hockey movie “Slap Shot” were recorded at he Aud – including the infamous “I’m listening to the f-ing song” scene during the national anthem!

Marty’s Illegal Stick a Hockey History Podcast is of course named after one of the most notorious moments in Stanley Cup history. Although Marty McSorley is remembered for this lapse in judgement when it comes to stick selection, in fact the LA Kings would not have made it to the final were it not for McSorley’s stellar play that season. Although the show is named for an incident that happened in the NHL, Marty’s Illegal Stick a Hockey History Podcast covers hockey history from any league and any time period.

You can subscribe to Marty’s Illegal Stick a Hockey History Podcast on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. You find the show on social media on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and at https://martysillegalstick.com. If you like hockey history, you’re going to love this show!

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As the first-ever African-American to play in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) for NCAA basketball, Perry Wallace destroyed racial barriers and paved the way for every single black collegiate to come. Despite having college options in the North, where integration was normal, he decided to stay home in Nashville, Tennessee and play for Vanderbilt University. Wallace set for himself a high standard of excellence in every area of his life and was a true pioneer of college basketball.

CREDITS

Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice

Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher

MUSIC

"This Or That" by Reks

"Horizons" by Roa

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