Give Me the Ball | Episode 9: "ISO WITH A KILLER"

In this episode, Yo and DJ kick things off with Yowan telling the story of a genuinely terrifying experience he had earlier in the week — DJ needs a minute to recover before they even get to sports.

From there, the guys break down Enes Kanter's shocking ejection from the WNBA, unpacking what actually happened and what it means for him going forward.

They also get into the "what if" of — Nikola Jokic without a signed extension in Denver — debating what a departure could look like for the Nuggets and whether the franchise could stay competitive without him.

To close things out, DJ and Yo get real about what this all means for the league landscape going into next season.

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Give Me the Ball | Episode 8: "IS THIS THE END OF AN ERA?"

In this episode, Yo and DJ open up talking about the players walking into next season with real pressure to perform — who's got something to prove and who could be one bad year away from a reputation shift.

From there, the guys break down Russell Westbrook's retirement, reflecting on his legacy, the triple-doubles, the highs, the lows, real and fake fans and where he really lands in NBA history.

They also can't help but laugh through Dennis Schröder getting traded for the 12th time, and what it says about his role around the league at this point.

To close things out, DJ and Yo get real about the older generation — Steph, LeBron, KD, and DeMar — talking longevity, retirement timelines, and how much longer the guys who shaped this era can keep going.

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Give Me the Ball | Episode 7: "WHO'S THE BIGGEST SCAMMER IN THE NBA?"

In this episode, Yo and DJ kick things off with a controversial topic — Monta Ellis vs. Steph Curry, and whether Monta really had the tools to be exactly what Steph became.

From there, the guys crown a new team to beat in the NBA, laying out why the league's hierarchy is shifting and who's actually built to make a real run.

They also get into the tension bubbling between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown — what's really going on in that Celtics locker room, and why this duo wasn't the right fit for the long-term.

To close things out, DJ and Yo call out who they think has been scamming the NBA for years, naming names and making their case for the most overrated player getting paid like a star.

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Give Me The Ball, Episode 6: "The Curry Custody Battle" 🏀🎙️

DJ and Yo are back for episode 6, and they're opening up with the trade rumors swirling around the league right now, setting the table for a wild hour of NBA talk.

From there, the guys dive into Steph Curry's name popping up in trade buzz — making the case for why the Warriors legend could realistically be on the move this season. The two go back and forth on whether Golden State would actually pull the trigger or if this is all just noise.

Next, they shift gears to talk Russell Westbrook, breaking down what he's really worth in today's league, whether he still belongs in a starting role, and what kind of impact he can have for a contender if he lands in the right spot.

They open the mailbag next, answering listener questions and giving their honest takes on whatever the fans threw their way this week.

They wrap things up by ranking some of the greatest players in their prime, arguing (and occasionally arguing over) who truly deserves a spot at the top of the list.

Trade rumors, Steph Curry chaos, Westbrook's value, mailbag questions, and a prime-players debate — Episode 6 has it all. Pull up a chair and give DJ and Yo the ball.

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Give Me the Ball Podcast — Episode 5: "WILL PHILLY GO 82-0?!"

DJ and Yo are back for episode 5, and they're kicking things off with LeBron James, breaking down where he stands right now and what's next for him as the conversation around his future keeps heating up.

From there, the guys turn to Philly v Boston, and Yo isn't holding back with the bold take that's got the episode its name — making the case for why this Sixers squad could realistically run the table this season (on paper). DJ pushes back and the two go back and forth on just how real an 82-0 season could be.

Next up, they open the mailbag and answer listener questions, giving their honest, unfiltered takes on whatever the fans threw their way this week.

They wrap things up by diving into Wemby's defensive presence on the court, breaking down what makes him such a unique game-changer on that end of the floor and how it's shaping the way teams have to attack him.

LeBron talk, Philly's undefeated dream, listener questions, and Wemby's defensive dominance — Episode 5 has it all. Pull up a chair and give DJ and Yo the ball.

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Give Me the Ball Podcast — Episode 4: "WHO IS THE BEST PG OAT?"

DJ and Yo are back for episode 4, and they're diving straight into a point guard debate — putting five elite point guards head to head to figure out who's really the best to ever do it at the position. Primes, peaks, rings, and pure skill all get weighed as the Yo makes his case for his pick.

From there, Yo breaks down LeBron's free agency by going straight to the numbers, walking through his career stats and what they say about where he stands as he weighs his next move. Then DJ doesn't hold back on the Western Conference Finals, letting his hate for the Thunder fly as they break down how that series played out.

The NBA Finals talk brings some tough love too, with the guys getting into DeAaron Fox's underperformance on the big stage and what it means for him going forward.

They wrap things up by shifting overseas, previewing the final four games of the World Cup and giving their picks for who's going all the way.

Point guard debates, LeBron stat lines, Thunder hate, Finals disappointment, and World Cup predictions — Episode 4 has it all. Pull up a chair and give DJ and Yo the ball.

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Give Me the Ball | Episode 3: "YO WAS HOMELESS FOR A NIGHT"

In this episode, Yowan and DJ dive straight into one of the craziest stories yet — Yo breaks down how a routine trip turned into him being straight up homeless for a night. The details, the panic, the decisions that led there — nothing is left out, and DJ makes sure Yo doesn't skip a single embarrassing detail.

From there, the guys switch it up and get into the Celtics trading away their star player. They talk through what the move means for Boston, whether it was the right call, and where the team goes from here.

To close things out, they open the floor for questions — answering what's been sent in and riffing on whatever comes up along the way.

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Give Me the Ball | Episode 2: "Kentucky. Layups."

In this episode, Yowan and DJ catch up on their week before diving into everything that's been living in their group chats. They break down the latest from Love Island — who's playing the game right, who's already been benched — before switching gears into a real talk about finance and what it actually looks like to build toward something bigger.

Then things get personal. Yo pulls out a story from his college days that's equal parts chaos and comedy — the kind of story that only makes sense once you hear the whole thing. From there, the conversation opens up into a bigger discussion on African versus American culture: the differences, the overlaps, and what it's like navigating identity between the two worlds.

It's a little bit of everything this week — laughs, layups, and a lot of real conversation.

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Give Me the Ball | Episode 1: "Tip Off"

Every great game starts with a tip off — and so does Give Me the Ball.

In this debut episode, hosts DJ and Yo lace up and step onto the court for the very first time. Before the ball gets rolling, they take a moment to introduce themselves: who they are, where they come from, and what basketball has meant in their lives. From their backgrounds to the story of how they found each other, this episode is equal parts origin story and opening statement.

DJ and Yo also break down exactly why they decided to start the show — what gap they saw, what conversations they felt weren't being had, and what they're bringing to the table that nobody else is. Spoiler: they're not here to just recap box scores.

They close things out with a couple special segments — what to expect week to week, how the show is structured, and why Give Me the Ball isn't your average basketball podcast.

Whether you've been following the game your whole life or you just love good conversation, this is your invitation to run with them.

The ball is in their hands. Let's go.

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