Kevin Durant and Eddie Gonzalez discuss Nike and KD's illustrious collection of basketball shoes and what's next, 50 Cent vs. Lil Wayne in a Verzuz, Drake's unreleased music, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's new drama AIR and what Michael Jordan will mean to footwear forever.

Kevin Durant discusses the impact of Michael Jordan on sneaker culture

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In this special drop on the ETCs feed we introduce Boardroom’s newest show "Aux Money"! 
Additional guests include CJ Stroud, Teezo Touchdown, Tay Keith, Bun B, & More!
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DJ extraordinaire Chase B joins 2x NBA Champion and Boardroom Co-Founder Kevin Durant in his scenic Phoenix backyard. The conversation begins with Chase challenging Durant to list where his favorite rappers and entertainers rank on the court, including a moment where Durant gives flowers to Chris Brown’s basketball prowess. The two also discuss how producers and rappers like Travis Scott have inspired Durant on and off the court. As the conversation around music evolves, Durant explains how producers, often unsung heroes of the music industry, like Cardo, Boi1da and 9th Wonder contributed to his signature shoe production pack. Durant also talks about how his own musical endeavors came about and which artists would be on his hypothetical album. Later, Chase tells a story about nearly making a Jay-Z album but having to cancel for a different gig, his thoughts on the politics behind the Grammys, and his appreciation for NBA players creating content platforms. Lastly, the duo dive into their shared admiration for Call Of Duty, while pondering what their own CAD league would look like. All this and so much more on the latest episode of Boardroom’s Aux Money.

Special Drop | Kevin Durant Ranks Rappers Who Can Hoop & More | Introducing "Aux Money" with Chase B

As one of the rare players to come straight from high school into the NBA and be named Rookie Of The Year, there is no denying Amar'e Stoudemire's illustrious career. The retired NBA Big Man joined Boardroom's Eddie Gonzalez for a candid conversation to discuss his recent, long awaited jersey retirement after a call from Matt Ishbia and the Phoenix Suns, the many ways that the NBA shaped him from such a young age and more. Stoudemire explains how getting into the league at a young age gave him a desire to navigate life in the right ways, notably by surrounding himself with NBA veterans and retired players who could keep him in line. He also discusses the impact that playing alongside Steve Nash had on him and how Steve never failed to show up for Stoudemire no matter the setting. Gonzalez and Stoudemire also discuss how his inevitable election into the NBA Hall Of Fame is abound and how another Hall-Of-Famer, Kobe Bryant's work ethic was pivotal in showcasing what it takes to be a champion. Lastly, the two discuss his time with the New York Knicks and his iconic parties and red wine baths that led to the creation of his newer venture and passion, Stoudemire Wines.

Amar'e Stoudemire on Kobe Bryant, Yao Ming, Steve Nash, the Knicks & More

Ahead of Benny The Butcher's new album "Everybody Can't Go" dropping, he stopped by The ETCs to discuss his illustrious career and how its led him to his new deal with Def Jam. Powered by the resources Def Jam has bestowed, Benny talks about how this press run is different, how he mixes up his sounds and features to make an impact and how he's happy to be the villain for Twitter trolls who don't support his music, anyways. With features from Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg and Jadakiss, The Butcher is clear that 'Everybody Can't Go' is an instant classic.

Benny the Butcher Chops it Up on Today's Hip-Hop Landscape | The ETCs

Devin Haney did everything he could in the 135lb division, becoming the undisputed champion and winning 4-titles in the process. Now he sits down with Eddie Gonzalez after vacating those titles and kicking off a new journey to dominate 140lb division. He starts that journey this Saturday December 9th against power puncher Regis Prograis. Haney dishes on the state of boxing, what he thinks about YouTube boxers like Jake Paul & KSI, his love of R&B and fashion, and much more.

Boxer Devin Haney Talks Being Youngest Promoter Ever, Love of Fashion & More | The ETCs

Ryan Garcia returns to the ring on December 2nd after his knockout loss to Gervonta "Tank" Davis and he's more ready than ever. In this episode of The ETCs, Garcia talks to Eddie Gonzalez about his training that brought him to this point, how boxers need to become businesses to change the sport, a movement he and Logan Paul are setting the bar for and going up against internet boxers like KSI. Later, he discusses his beef with Shakur Stevenson at length as well as his mental health journey. #DAZN #boxing #ryangarcia

Kevin Durant discusses the impact of Michael Jordan on sneaker culture

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