Leigh and Anthony run through some global basketball headlines, then dive into this week's destination. In Zagreb, Croatia, Leigh made an actual impact. Listen for one incredible story after another.

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FULL EP.: Anthony and Leigh react to the 2024 Hall of Fame class. This segues into a discussion about the Lakers' treatment of Jerry West and the petty beginnings of that beef. From there, the guys talk about Derrick Rose being honored in Chicago and whether his jersey will be retired by the Bulls. Finally, they both agree the preseason is too long and finish with a preview of where Leigh will be taking us Thursday.

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PART ONE: Anthony and Leigh take a stroll down memory lane by way of this year's Hall of Fame class.

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PART TWO: With Jack Nicholas, Spike Lee and other super fans being honored by the Hall of Fame, Anthony and Leigh explain why they like this move, and Anthony tells a story about how Billy Crystal helped keep the Clippers in L.A.

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In this episode, Leigh takes us to France, where, as a nation, they've taken some incredible strides forward in basketball.

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Anthony and Leigh look back on the first few days of preseason basketball, then look ahead to LeBron and Bronny taking the court together for the first time. They wonder about the vibes with the Clippers, then discuss Klay Thompson's fit with the Mavs. This leads to a fun game that lands them at Magic Johnson's stint in Sweden.

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Anthony and Leigh embark on their first global pod episode. Leigh sits in the host seat and Anthony enjoys the ride. The guys remember Dikembe Mutombo, then discuss Nuggets-Celtics in Abu Dhabi. From there, they preview EuroLeague, which gets underway this weekend. Finally, they look back on a truly incredible event in Greece and what the NBA should learn from it, with a little help from Giannis.

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FULL EPISODE: Anthony Irwin and Leigh Ellis finally and officially launch the pod. On today's look at the NBA, they discuss Karl-Anthony Towns being salary dumped to New York, the Knicks breaking up the Nova Bros, and the impact trades like these can have on a fan base. Then, they give Vince Carter his flowers for finally having his jersey retired by the Raptors. They wrap with their thoughts on Zach Lowe being let go by ESPN and why the NBA might not love the decision.

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"Basketball Passport" is your essential guide to the NBA and its global reach. Join former NBA-TV host Leigh Ellis and Anthony Irwin on their exciting new podcast, which will feature astute analysis of the storylines that drive the league and will explore how basketball unites communities worldwide. Leigh's extensive travels, interviewing legends, and playing hoops around the globe provide a unique perspective on the NBA and its global impact. Tune in to "Basketball Passport" twice a week as they discuss the latest storylines, analyze the game from international viewpoints, and share unforgettable basketball experiences. Buckle up for a thrilling journey through the world of basketball with Leigh and Anthony as your guides.

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