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What makes Jalen Brunson, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Dončić, and Paul George so difficult to guard? Is it athleticism, footwork, timing, or the ability to make defenders react?

Jonas Harper, creator of ISO Scoring (IsoScoring), joins Prince & Bardi Sports Network for a deep conversation about the art of scoring, NBA isolation basketball, elite defenders, WNBA player development, and the journey from college basketball to building a brand around the game.

“I think there's an art of scoring that doesn't really get talked about.” — Jonas Harper

A former college all-defensive player, Jonas developed his understanding of offensive basketball by studying opponents, identifying tendencies, and learning how great scorers create advantages.

Now, through ISO Scoring, he's breaking down the details most fans overlook: footwork, angles, shot preparation, pace, balance, defensive reads, counters, and getting to your spots.

Hosts Jason “Prince” Prince and Aaron “Bardi” Newton join Jonas to debate today's best NBA bucket-getters, compare basketball generations, and explore what truly separates elite scorers.

🏀 IN THIS EPISODE

🔥 JALEN BRUNSON'S ISO GAME: Why his footwork, post moves, left-handed finishing, and fourth-quarter composure make him so difficult to stop.

🔥 SGA VS. LUKA DONČIĆ: How Shai uses strength and separation while Luka manipulates defenders with angles, pacing, and counters.

🔥 PAUL GEORGE & KEVIN DURANT: What makes their scoring styles effective and visually distinctive.

🔥 THE GREATEST ISO SCORERS EVER: Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Tracy McGrady, Carmelo Anthony, Kyrie Irving, and the evolution of basketball skill.

🔥 THE ART OF DEFENSE: What Jonas learned from studying opponents and why Jrue Holiday, Marcus Smart, and Davion Mitchell stand out.

🔥 PHOENIX MERCURY EXPERIENCE: What practicing with WNBA professionals taught Jonas about preparation, film study, and the work behind elite performance.

🔥 THE REALITY OF OVERSEAS BASKETBALL: The demanding schedules, competition, sacrifices, and challenges of building a professional career abroad.

🔥 BUILDING ISO SCORING: How Jonas turned his passion for basketball film study and skill development into an educational platform.

🔥 NBA DEBATES & MVP PICKS: Steph Curry, LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the next generation of NBA stars.

🔥 BASKETBALL FUNDAMENTALS: Why young players must master the basics before chasing advanced moves and flashy highlights.

“25 is 25.” — Jonas Harper

Sometimes the most effective scorer isn't the flashiest player. It's the player who understands how to create a good shot, read the defense, and consistently get to the right spot.

Whether you're an NBA fan, basketball coach, trainer, or young hooper trying to improve your game, this conversation explores what great basketball really looks like.

CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — How Defense & Film Study Built ISO Scoring
02:10 — SGA, KD, Paul George & Today's Best Scorers
03:43 — Old School vs. Modern NBA ISO Basketball
06:01 — Why DeMar DeRozan Is Underrated
07:23 — Paul George's Scoring Style
09:53 — Luka Dončić's Footwork & SGA's Separation
11:51 — NBA Contenders & Oklahoma City
14:04 — All-Time ISO Five & Jalen Brunson's Skills
19:09 — Winning a College Championship
21:31 — Adjusting to College Basketball
23:58 — Jrue Holiday, Marcus Smart & Elite Defense
27:59 — Damian Lillard, Ja Morant & Paul George
32:08 — Who Could Challenge the 83-Point Mark?
33:03 — The Next Historic Scoring Performance
35:33 — Practicing With the Phoenix Mercury
37:18 — WNBA Finals & Atlanta Dream
38:41 — Why Jonas Created ISO Scoring
43:02 — College Defense & Overseas Basketball
44:07 — The Reality of Playing Overseas
48:29 — Family, Basketball Influences & Development
51:09 — Music, Meditation & Pregame Preparation
54:03 — Signature Moves & All-Time Draft Picks
57:01 — Kobe Bryant vs. Michael Jordan vs. LeBron
1:00:11 — How Today's Stars Learn From NBA Legends
1:02:09 — Mastering Fundamentals & Creativity
1:04:51 — NBA MVP Debate & Season Predictions
1:07:44 — Final Thoughts on Basketball Education

ABOUT JONAS HARPER / ISO SCORING

Jonas Harper is a former college basketball player, defensive standout, basketball film analyst, and creator of ISO Scoring.

His approach combines the defensive perspective of a former player with detailed analysis of the movements, decisions, and skills that make elite scorers effective.

Through ISO Scoring, Jonas aims to help basketball players and fans better understand the craft of getting a bucket.

ABOUT PRINCE & BARDI SPORTS NETWORK

Sports is bigger than the game.

Hosted by former Division I basketball player and veteran television producer Jason “Prince” Prince alongside Aaron “Bardi” Newton, Prince & Bardi Sports Network explores the people, business, money, and culture shaping sports.

Authentic interviews. Basketball analysis. Sports business. Stories beyond the headlines.

SPORTS. BUSINESS. CULTURE. BEYOND THE GAME.

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Who's the best isolation scorer in today's NBA: Shai, Luka, Jalen Brunson, Kevin Durant, or someone else?

And who makes your all-time ISO starting five?

👇 Drop your picks in the comments!

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How do you go from sweeping barbershop floors at 12 years old to cutting Nas' hair, touring with hip-hop royalty, writing comedy, and building your own businesses?

Marcus Harvey, also known as The Marcus Harvey, joins Prince & Bardi Sports Network for an unforgettable conversation about hip-hop, sports, entrepreneurship, faith, comedy, and creating your own opportunities.

From becoming Nas' barber to sharing his perspective on Jay-Z's business strategy, Marcus breaks down how relationships, preparation, confidence, and being ready for the right opportunity helped shape his career.

But Marcus Harvey is much more than a celebrity barber.

He's a comedian, entrepreneur, writer, basketball enthusiast, and creator of the 21 League, a basketball competition inspired by the playground game that helped shape his love for hoops.

He also discusses Suprema, his barber-finder platform designed to connect customers with quality barbers in cities around the world.

Jason “Prince” Prince and Aaron “Bardi” Newton take Marcus through a wide-ranging conversation about Atlanta culture, NBA legends, NFL debates, creative ownership, building businesses, and refusing to be defined by one profession.

“Everything that's been a blessing to me has come through barbering, basketball, or comedy.” — Marcus Harvey

🔥 IN THIS EPISODE

💈 BECOMING NAS' BARBER: How Marcus went from sweeping hair as a kid to building relationships that opened doors in hip-hop and entertainment.

🎤 JAY-Z, DRAKE & KENDRICK LAMAR: Marcus discusses Jay-Z's strategic influence, cultural impact, and the different audiences represented by some of hip-hop's biggest names.

🏀 THE 21 LEAGUE: How a barbershop conversation inspired Marcus to create a basketball competition built around the classic game of 21.

💼 ENTREPRENEURSHIP & SUPREMA: Building a barber-finder platform and expanding beyond traditional barbering.

🙏 FAITH, FAMILY & PURPOSE: How his Christian faith, his wife Christina, and his personal values influence his work and confidence.

😂 COMEDY & CREATIVE CONTROL: Lessons from Cedric the Entertainer, Martin Lawrence, Eddie Murphy, Rodney Perry, and his experience writing for Off the Chain.

🏈 ATLANTA SPORTS: The Falcons, Michael Vick, Bijan Robinson, the city's sports legacy, and why Atlanta needs its championship moment.

🏀 NBA GOAT DEBATES: Steph Curry, Allen Iverson, Magic Johnson, LeBron James, Michael Jordan, and what greatness really means.

🎬 BUILDING YOUR OWN LANE: Why Marcus refuses to limit himself to one career or surrender creative control.

CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Marcus Harvey Joins Prince & Bardi
03:04 — Why Atlanta Needs a Falcons Super Bowl
06:32 — Atlanta Sports Culture & The Dream
08:32 — Atlanta's Sports Mount Rushmore
13:06 — Tearing His Achilles Playing 21
15:19 — The Idea Behind the 21 League
18:18 — NBA Storylines & Atlanta Hawks
23:53 — Steph Curry & the Greatest Point Guards
28:44 — From Sweeping Floors to Celebrity Barber
32:12 — How Marcus Became Nas' Barber
36:49 — Faith, Comedy & Social Media Comedians
41:51 — LeBron James vs. Michael Jordan
44:32 — Jay-Z's Strategy, Drake & Kendrick Lamar
48:21 — Why Marcus Refuses to Limit Himself
53:08 — Bijan Robinson, Michael Vick & Atlanta Football
55:45 — NFL Debates & Creative Control
1:02:12 — Cedric, Martin & Eddie Murphy's Influence
1:05:29 — Rodney Perry & Becoming a Comedy Writer
1:08:19 — T.O., Kyrie & Basketball Debates
1:14:05 — Sports Journalism & Accountability
1:19:23 — Prince & Bardi, Consistency & the 21 League
1:22:22 — Touring With Nas & Creating Suprema

ABOUT MARCUS HARVEY

Marcus Harvey is an Atlanta-based barber, comedian, entrepreneur, and creative whose career connects hip-hop, sports, entertainment, and business.

Known for his work with Nas and other prominent entertainers and athletes, Marcus has expanded his career into comedy, writing, basketball events, and technology.

His projects include the 21 League and Suprema, a platform connecting people with barbers across different locations.

SUPREMA
https://Livesuprema.com

ABOUT PRINCE & BARDI SPORTS NETWORK

Sports is bigger than the game.

Hosted by former Division I basketball player and veteran television producer Jason “Prince” Prince and Aaron “Bardi” Newton, Prince & Bardi Sports Network explores the people, money, business, and culture shaping sports and entertainment.

Authentic conversations. Fresh perspectives. Stories beyond the headlines.

SPORTS. BUSINESS. CULTURE. BEYOND THE GAME.

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What's the bigger key to success: talent, relationships, consistency, or creating your own opportunities?

And where does Steph Curry rank among the greatest point guards ever?

👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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00:00 — Meet Jordan Palmer and the hosts
01:12 — Growing up with Carson Palmer and finding his football path
04:14 — UTEP's turnaround and the confidence to compete
08:23 — Getting cut in the NFL and learning to become valuable
11:20 — Choosing entrepreneurship over a traditional football career
15:06 — Playing alongside Carson Palmer and learning from elite receivers
20:10 — Elite 11, draft preparation, and the beginning of his coaching career
24:38 — Building businesses while developing quarterbacks
27:03 — Sam Darnold's resilience and consistent approach
31:17 — Why NFL organizations fail young quarterbacks
37:20 — Evidence-based coaching versus the quarterback guru label
41:39 — Underrated arm talent and quarterbacks to watch
46:30 — Why raw quarterbacks need development, not labels
51:02 — Brock Purdy's experience, timing, and football intelligence
54:09 — Turning competitive reps into intentional development
1:00:04 — Working with clients and maintaining motivation
1:04:36 — The human side of football and toxic sports fandom

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and NFL Week 4 Overview
00:14 Introduction to NBA season predictions and team strategies
02:06 49ers' Undefeated Start and Brock Purdy's Rise
03:57 Jacksonville Jaguars' Resurgence and Trevor Lawrence
04:20 Analysis of Knicks, Celtics, and other top teams
05:59 Vikings' Winning Streak and Turnover Margin
07:52 Defensive Strategies with Ryan Flores
08:35 Player insights: Jalen Brunson, Mitchell Robinson, and more
09:31 Cowboys' Roster Moves and Division Challenges
11:02 Houston Texans' Struggles and CJ Stroud
11:52 NBA rankings, predictions, and league parity
13:02 Chiefs' Running Game and Patrick Mahomes
14:53 Giants' Surprising Success and Coaching Impact
15:56 Discussion on NBA star matchups and team chemistry
16:50 Detroit Lions' Defensive Challenges
18:59 NFL Season Trends and Key Storylines
19:50 NBA draft picks and team building strategies
23:57 Fantasy basketball: underrated players to target
27:55 Deep dive into NBA coaching and management
31:53 Music industry insights: Kanye West, Scott Storch, and more
35:57 The art of producing hit records and sequencing
39:55 The impact of producers on music and culture
44:02 The evolution of music production techniques
47:59 Industry secrets: payola, marketing, and label strategies
51:59 The legacy of legendary producers and artists
55:58 Closing thoughts on NBA and music industry trends
 

• NFL Week 4 winners, losers, and emerging contenders
• Brock Purdy, Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers
• Trevor Lawrence and Jacksonville’s development
• Vikings defense and the importance of turnover margin
• Defensive scheme and aggressive coaching
• Cowboys roster construction and NFC competition
• C.J. Stroud and Houston’s early-season pressure
• Patrick Mahomes and the importance of Kansas City’s running game
• Giants early-season surprise
• Detroit Lions defensive concerns
• Why coaching and scheme matter as much as talent
• NBA contenders and early-season predictions
• Knicks, Celtics and league hierarchy
• Jalen Brunson and Luka Dončić
• Fantasy basketball sleepers
• NBA roster construction and team chemistry
• Kanye West’s influence as a producer
• Why Scott Storch belongs in the great-producer conversation
• How producers build and sequence records
• Music marketing, labels and promotion
• The business behind creating hit records

• Biggest NFL Week 1 reactions and surprises
• Jalen Hurts: stats vs. winning
• Drake Maye and the quarterback conversation
• Saquon Barkley and Philadelphia’s offense
• What went wrong for the Rams
• 49ers Week 1 statement
• Coaching, scheme and quarterback fit
• Injuries and player availability
• Young NFL and college football prospects
• Early NBA season predictions
• TV and movie recommendations

“Drake Maye can throw the deep ball.”

“Most quarterbacks do everything for stats. Jalen does everything to win.”

“Kyler Murray should have played baseball.”

00:00 Episode 148 Intro
01:59 NFL Week 1: Biggest Surprises & Overreactions
03:59 Drake Maye vs. Jalen Hurts: Stats or Winning?
05:53 Saquon Barkley & Week 1 Player Performances
07:58 49ers Make a Statement Against the Rams
09:57 Coaching, Scheme & Why System Fit Matters
12:05 NFL Injuries, Health & Roster Concerns
13:55 Young Stars & Future NFL Prospects
15:52 Early NBA Predictions
17:59 What Prince & Bardi Are Watching
19:56 Final Takes & What to Watch Next

“Seattle, they’re in trouble.”

“Matt Stafford is not a Top 10 quarterback.”

“Bijan Robinson is the face of his team.”

00:00 — Introduction & Episode Overview

03:07 — Quarterback Rankings & Super Bowl Pressure

06:09 — Quarterback Performance vs. Team Success

09:09 — Wide Receiver Excellence & Legendary Status

10:14 — A.J. Brown: Expectations, Production & Contract Questions

13:01 — Antonio Brown: Talent vs. Everything Else

14:37 — The Greatest Wide Receivers

16:35 — Can Ja’Marr Chase Make History?

17:10 — Comparing Receivers & Quarterbacks Across Eras

18:42 — Fantasy Football Draft Strategy

21:22 — Coaching Changes & NFL Team Outlooks

24:35 — Kansas City Chiefs Schedule Breakdown

28:39 — Los Angeles Rams Season Outlook

30:04 — Miami Dolphins: How Tough Is the Road?

34:35 — How to Actually Win Your Fantasy League

36:06 — Myles Garrett, George Pickens & NFL Storylines

39:38 — Travis Hunter & Division Challenges

43:01 — Division Winners & Playoff Predictions

44:50 — Ranking the NFL’s Best Running Backs

45:31 — Final Thoughts & What’s Next

• The story behind the iconic Jersey Gown

• Building a global luxury fashion brand

• Her journey as a world renowned opera singer and composer

• Sports, music, fashion, and entertainment

• Creativity and artistic vision

• Entrepreneurship and branding

• Philanthropy and giving back

• Women's empowerment and leadership

• Finding inspiration while creating your own lane

• What's next for Radmila Lolly

00:00 Introduction & Welcome
02:04 Bubba Dub's Comedy Journey
04:04 From Viral Skits to Stand-Up
06:02 Comedy Influences & Inspiration
07:58 NBA Talk, LeBron & Basketball Culture
09:59 Cowboys, NFL & Football Debates
12:05 Building the TRASHH™ Brand & Ownership
14:01 Family, Discipline & Success
16:11 Social Media, Branding & Culture
18:00 Future Goals, Acting & Upcoming Shows
20:02 Closing Thoughts

 key  topics

World Cup highlights and star performances

NBA free agency surprises and underrated signings

Impact of international players on the NBA landscape

Team strategies and player development insights

The evolution of basketball talent globally

 takeaways

International players like Luka Doncic and Jokic are redefining the NBA.

NBA free agency is more unpredictable than ever, with sneaky signings making big impacts.

The global talent pool is now a major factor in NBA success.

Team chemistry and coaching are crucial for international players adapting to the NBA.

NBA legends' legacies are influenced by their moments and media portrayal.