Hip 2 Da Games

Dez is back on both sides of the H2DG spectrum this week to discuss five early headlines as the 2024-25 NBA season tips off, the emergence & success of Doechii's latest album Alligator Bites Never Heal, and his very-early predictions for some of the NBA Awards, sleeper teams, 1st-time All-Stars, and the matchup/winner of the NBA Finals.

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In this episode, Desmond reacts to the Karl-Anthony Towns & Julius Randle trade before discussing the pros and cons of the deal for both teams. Additionally, he expresses his excitement & offers analysis on the Kings adding veteran scorer DeMar Derozan to their roster and ends the episode sharing three scenarios around the league that he hopes to see improvement from the previous season.

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Today, Desmond follows up the previous episode breaking down his other single that dropped with "1 on 1:" "Kemba Walker." Rapping over "Heaven's EP" by J. Cole, Desmond takes listeners through the parallels of hitting a clutch shot at the buzzer and trying to stack up the wins of life. In this vulnerable song breakdown, he explores the pros & cons of isolation while motivating listeners to pull a Kemba Walker by overcoming their pit(t) to get to their platform.

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In this special episode of Hip 2 Da Games, Desmond breaks down his first ever solo song "1 on 1," his spin on the Rapsody, Niko Brim, & Lil Wayne track "Raw." He discusses how the song presents three different opponents in the proverbial 1 on 1 matchup and how themes of perseverance, faith, and growth can inspire listeners to keep playing the game---on and off the court. 

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In today's episode, Desmond responds to Anthony Edwards' recent comments on Michael Jordan being the only skilled player of his era, shares three songs that have been on repeat for him, and discusses his first impressions on NBA 2K25 upon its release. And lastly, he ends the show with the latest DOGG of the Week. 

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In this latest installment of "You Had To Be There," Desmond is joined by 19 Media Group teammate, Celtics fan, and co-host of The Baseline NBA Podcast, Cal Lee. Cal gives his flowers to a 2000s shooting guard who didn't have a flashy game, but certainly took care of business and mastered the mid-range game en route to a successful career with a midwest powerhouse.

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In this special (almost coincidental) and fun-filled birthday episode, Desmond brings back Devaughn on the show to play an H2DG version of This or That? Together, the twins discuss and share their answers to randomized basketball & Hip-Hop multiple choice questions such as: Wilson or Spalding? '96 Bulls or '17 Warriors? White tees or throwback jerseys? Tupac or B.I.G.? & much, much more.

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With the NBA offseason well underway, Desmond returns with the fifth installment of "You Had To Be There," this time with 19 Media Group teammate, beloved Knicks/Warriors fan, co-host of Hidden Gems Football, and host of The Salty Thoughts of Mike Steph, Mike Steph, who gives flowers to a 90s shooting guard who epitomized blue collar basketball and inspired others through his perseverance to earn and maintain a spot in the NBA for one of the league's most iconic franchises.

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Today, Desmond breaks down the iconic rags-to-riches story "Juicy" by the legendary Notorious B.I.G. off his debut studio album "Ready to Die." Dez highlights Biggie's signature storytelling skills, smooth flow patterns, and witty rhyme schemes throughout the song and discusses the song's lyrics and themes centered around success, perseverance, & humilty.

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In today's episode, Desmond shares his thoughts on the latest in the WNBA including: The early success of the Connecticut Sun, why the Phoenix Mercury can come out the West, the flashes of greatness from Angel Reese, Cameron Brink, and Caitlin Clark, and the addition of two more franchises in Golden State & Toronto. Additionally, he talks about the 2024 Olympic roster selections before ending with his newest DOGG of the Week. 

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