Hoops Talk

In 1990 The Universal Wrestling Federation appeared out of nowhere to make noise on the wrestling scene. They had a roster of legends and rising young stars and was the dream of Herb Abrams. Millions were squandered and many drugs were used as Abrams started at the top and went to the bottom. Alex and Kris talk about it all and everything in between. 

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Episodes 5 & 6 of The Last Dance put the spotlight squarely on the GOAT himself, Michael Jordan. MJ was the headline everywhere for everybody. Jordan was bigger than life and it took a toll on him. Putting the clamps on Clyde Drexler and the Portland Trail Blazers for the 2nd consecutive, we get to the Dream Team and the issue of Isaiah Thomas being snubbed for the 92 Olympics. Books and gambling causing media attention as the Bulls go for title number 3. Down 0-2 to the New York Knicks in the East Finals.  

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David Shultz and The Slap Heard Around the World was about the one important thing in wrestling, Kayfabe. Being a pro wrestler was akin to being part of a secret society and there was one rule, keep kayfabe. But what happens when the media tries to infiltrate and expose the secrets and tricks of wrestling involving kayfabe? As Alex and Kris Rex goes through the David Shultz episode from VICE, you will learn and get the answer to the question of what happens when you threaten kayfabe.

This's week episode talks about Episodes 3 and 4 of The Last Dance. The Playmaker talks about Dennis Rodman, Phil Jackson who were the glue of the team as Dennis Rodman was the one to step up in Pippen's absence. At the same time, takes a mid-season vacation.  Phil Jackson great at handling different personalities to achieve the ultimate goal. Implementing the triangle offense while getting the very best from the players in a team effect. Also get into the Bad Boy Pistons versus the Bulls from 1989 playoffs, 1990 playoffs, and 1991 playoffs. Where the Bulls are at heading into the All-Star break and how Jerry Krause is involved.

The Bear of Texas (Alex Al-Kazzaz) and Independent Professional Wrestler Kris Rex continue their journey of Dark Side of the Podcast with this week's episode: The Assassination of Dino Bravo. This week Alex and Kris Rex dive into yet another murder mystery full of twists and turns as they discuss the assasination of one of Montreal's most popular wrestlers, Dino Bravo.

The Last Dance made its debut on Sunday on ESPN. The documentary of arguably one of the greatest sports dynasty's final championship run with behind the scenes access to the 1997-1998 Chicago Bulls. The first two episodes were broadcasted on Sunday and The Playmaker, Darnell Sallins returns from his break to cover this most intriguing documentary series.

Episode 4 of this new series brought to you by Alex Al-Kazzaz aka The Bear of Texas is here! They are back to give their honest thoughts on this week's episode of the Dark Side of the Ring! Jimmy Snuka and the Death of Nancy Argentino.

Episode 3 of this new series brought to you by Alex Al-Kazzaz aka The Bear of Texas and Kris Rex is here. The guys return to give their thoughts on this week's episode of the Dark Side of the Ring! The BRAWL FOR ALL!

Alex Al-Kazzaz and Independent Professional Wrestler, Kris Rex continue their series discussion on the Dark Side of the Ring documentary with The New Jack story, a man known for his hardcore legacy. The Life and Crimes of New Jack was aired on March 31, 2020.