Bleav in Wizards

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Bleav in Wizards episodes

September 27, 2024 Wizards GM Will Dawkins remarks to the press, who are the top coaches, best motivational speeches, & NBA expansion
Jahadi White and Matt Modderno react to comments from Wizards GM Will Dawkins to the media about the upcoming season. They discuss expectations for Jordan Poole, Kyle Kuzma, Brian Keefe, and the team as a whole. What did we learn about the state of the rebuild from Dawkins, how will this year be different, and what criteria is fair to judge the season based on? The guys weigh in on each. Plus, who are the top coaches in the NBA, Netflix's Starting Five NBA series, who had the best and worst motivational speeches during Jahadi's time with the Wizards, and whether it's time for the NBA to expand. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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1 hr 2 min
September 13, 2024 Evan Fournier turns down Wizards, Bilal Coulibaly's defensive ceiling, & Kyle Kuzma in the Olympics
Jahadi White and Matt Modderno are back to cover Evan Fournier turning down a two-year deal for mentoring the Wizards young players to instead go overseas, Jonas Valacuinas's value as a trade asset, Brian Keefe's recent comments on the Wizards and Bilal Coulibaly, Wizards assistant coaches taking G League jobs elsewhere, and Johnny Davis working out with Drew Hanlen. In a new segment called, "Old Guys Saying Hater Sh*t," they discuss Rasheed Wallace saying Anthony Edwards isn't better than Derrick McKey, Gilbert Arenas saying a player with 20 assists didn't dominate a game, and Shaq saying Victor Wembanyama can't be dominant shooting so many jumpers. Presented by betonline.ag!
0:00 - Intro
7:45 - What's the Wizards plan with Jonas Valanciunas?
12:59 - Changes to the coaching staff
18:20 - Brian Keefe’s comments
23:50 - Why Bilal Coulibaly’s defensive ceiling is so high
27:48 - A high-praise, Hall of Fame comparison for Coulibaly
32:11 - The latest on Johnny Davis
36:49 - Andray Blatche’s reflection on Wizards career, and why his experience could help guide Washington’s young core
43:39 - Old guys saying hater shit…
1:02:10 - Kyle Kuzma might play for the Phillipines national team?

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1 hr 6 min
September 06, 2024 University of Maryland guard DeShawn Harris-Smith is ready to show everyone the real DHS this year
Maryland basketball sophomore DeShawn Harris-Smith started 30 of 33 games as a freshman and averaged 7.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and .9 steals. He joined the Bleav in DMV Hoops podcast this week to talk about what didn't quite work for him individually and as a team last season, how Jahmir Young helped him transition into college basketball, and the relationship between he and Head Coach Kevin Willard. Harris-Smith also talks about what he's been working on this offseason, how his role may change as a sophomore, the vibes with this year's team, their improved depth, and what this team needs to do to be successful. Presented by betonline.ag!
1:06 - Reflecting on an up-and-down freshman year
8:09 - Dealing with the mental side of sports
12:00 - Versatility & doing the little things to win
16:53 - Why bringing in guards from the portal is so enticing
18:53 - Offseason improvements, differences from last year’s team, which teammates are standing out
22:35 - Maryland’s identity this year, and why Kevin Willard’s making fun of Derik Queen
26:30 - Off the court interests

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30 min
August 29, 2024 Our 300th episode! Drafting our all-time Wizards starting fives
Jahadi White and Matt Modderno bring you the 300th episode of Bleav in Wizards! Thanks to all of the listeners and supporters throughout. On today's episode, they discuss the Wizards additions of Leaky Black, Kira Lewis Jr., and Jaylen Nowell on Exhibit 10 contracts (first reported by Josh Robbins of The Athletic). They also cover Kyle Kuzma's position as the 11th best power forward on HoopsHype's positional rankings, Nick Young saying Kyrie Irving is better than Steph Curry and Kobe Bryant is better than Michael Jordan, Gilbert Arenas saying Michael Jordan played against weak competition, and Zion Williamson finally appearing to be in peak shape. They close out the show by drafting their starting five of Wizards players. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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52 min
August 22, 2024 Rotation and lineup predictions for the Wizards 2024-2025 season
Jahadi White and Matt Modderno make their predictions for the upcoming 2024-2025 season on the Wizards' roster, 10-man rotation, starting 5, lineup combinations, and who should spend time with the Capital City Go-Go. They also discuss the release of Eugene Omoruyi, Malcolm Brogdon's long-term future with the team, Jordan Poole taking on more leadership responsibilities, and Kyle Kuzma's role on this team. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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58 min
August 16, 2024 How do the Wizards feel about Bilal Coulibaly and who is the best long-term prospect on the team?
Jahadi White and Matt Modderno give their reactions to Bilal Coulibaly's play for Team France and what that means for his long-term future. Based on some fan comments, they discuss who is the best long-term prospect on the Wizards (Coulibaly, Alex Sarr, or Bub Carrington), whether it would have been better for Coulibaly to play in Summer League instead of the Olympics, and if the Wizards regret drafting Coulibaly. Plus, their answers to which happens first in the following scenarios: 1) The rest of the World wins two gold medals in Men's Basketball or the Wizards win an NBA championship -and- 2) The Wizards have another Olympic medalist or an All-star. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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1 hr 4 min
August 04, 2024 Washington Wizards free agency recap, roster evaluation, and Over/Under predictions
Jahadi White and Matt Modderno cover the Wizards' recent free agency moves, including: Tyus Jones leaving, re-signing Anthony Gill, and signing Saddiq Bey and Jonas Valaciunas. They also address the state of the overall roster and which two players are likely to be released. Then they assess the Summer League performances of Bub Carrington, Alex Sarr, Kyshawn George, Tristan Vukcevic, and head coach Cody Toppert. The Wizards' over/under line for the season 22.5 wins so Jahadi and Matt make their predictions. They close out the show with a plan to fix Team USA's 3X3 team for the next Olympics. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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1 hr 6 min
July 25, 2024 Bonus: Bullis guard Adrien Stevens on what it's like being recruited by Power 5 college basketball teams
Bullis School guard Adrien Stevens is a top-100 player in the 2025 high school class. The 6-4, 195-pound four-star holds over 25 D1 offers and recently cut his list down to 6: Tennessee, Marquette, Villanova, Georgetown, Florida State, Notre Dame. We discuss his game, his recruitment, what he's looking for in a school and a coaching staff, and much more. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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37 min
July 17, 2024 Wizards vs Blazers postgame reaction and Summer League thoughts so far. Should we be worried about Alex Sarr?
Kevin Broom and Osman Baig of Bullets Forever join Matt Modderno to analyze the Wizards' Summer League loss to the Portland Trailblazers. #2 pick Alex Sarr went 0-15 in the game, how concerned should Wizards fans be about that? We have your answer! Plus, who looked good and who didn't! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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1 hr 7 min
July 10, 2024 NBA Summer League is finally here! The Wizards have announced the SL roster & new coaches as well
The Wizards Summer League roster has finally been announced and Jahadi White and Matt Modderno are here to break it all down! The go over their SL schedule, the roster, which additions they liked and didn't like, potential roles for players, and Bilal Coulibaly being in the Olympics instead. They also go through each of the coaching staff additions and what major takeaways there are from each of their resumes. The guys also provide more on the Jonas Valaciunas signing, Landry Shamet leaving, and who is likely to be traded next. Plus, thoughts on the Team USA u17 team's dominance and the US Olympic team! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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1 hr 16 min

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Former Wizard Jahidi White and Bullets Forever writer Matt Modderno give you in-depth insight into your Wizards every week with premium analysis, commentary, and guests!