Noah Coslov and Adam Stanco explain why they are worried about Clippers. Adam thinks they've been disjointed all season long and their new additions could make things worse. Noah identifies the lack of a long winning streak against playoff teams and looks ahead to their daunting upcoming schedule. They reject the screen by looking at the NBA's officiating problem, specifically as it relates to the replay rules. Noah presents intriguing proposals for how to improve the review process for controversial calls. In Open Gym, Noah reveals that he's been binge-watching You on Netflix and why he doesn't want his wife to watch it, while Adam is loving The Outsider on HBO, and they both give their thoughts on the Netflix documentary series Don't F**k With Cats. Noah is pumped to watch the Celtics-Jazz on Wednesday, Nuggets-Clippers on Friday, and both of the Pelicans-Lakers matchups taking place this week. Adam's NBA Draft matchup to watch is the big man battle on Wednesday between Maryland's Jalen "Stix" Smith and Minnesota's Daniel Oturu

Rejecting the Screen is part of the Locked On Podcast Network and is released on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Thursday brings "Going ISO" where the guys conduct a longform interview. This week former Nets head coach and NBA champion Butch Beard joins the show to tell stories about trying to motivate Derrick Coleman, what it was like to play against Wilt Chamberlain, winning the NBA Championship with Rick Barry and the Warriors, and how Toni Braxton broke up the Mavericks. Previous guests include Anthony Morrow, Peter Vecsey, Kevin Willis, Howard Beck, Kenny Anderson, Richard Jefferson, Doug Gottlieb, Robert Sacre, John Hollinger, Sam Mitchell, PJ Carlesimo, and Ryen Russillo.

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We go ISO with former agent Matt Babcock. The owner and founder of Babcock Hoops discusses his family's deep NBA ties, including how he learned about the game from his father, Dave, the Director of Player Personnel for the Milwaukee Bucks, and his uncles -- Pete and Rob -- who are former NBA GMs. He details the inner workings of being an agent, such as recruiting and developing relationships with potential clients, navigating the pre-draft process, dealing with ownership groups, and managing player expectations. He also gives insight into some agency trends in the NBA right now. Matt tells the fascinating story of why the Bucks took a risk in drafting Giannis Antetokounmpo, in spite of possessing limited information about him. He talks about playing against LeBron James in high school and looks back at his time at Arizona, playing alongside Salim Stoudamire and playing for Lute Olson. Matt also provides analysis for the following NBA Draft prospects:

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Noah Coslov and Adam Stanco give their unique take on why the new All-Star Game format was impactful, but have suggestions to improve the game even more. Plus, they reject the screen and take issue with Kawhi Leonard not answering an All-Star Game Media Day question. Noah reveals some fascinating stories of pitch meetings from Knicks' marketing guru Steve Stoute (a Saturday Night Live one for Kawhi and a Wu-Tang Clan one for Kevin Durant). Adam tells the story of why an agent had a great pitch that he didn't get the chance to give to Dwight Howard. They also break down the race for the 8th seed in the Western Conference, especially because Zion Williamson and the Pelicans have a favorable schedule down the stretch. Noah talks about his experience calling the Pacific-Saint Mary's game, while Adam's NBA Draft matchup to watch takes place on Sunday as Seton Hall's Myles Powell against Mustapha Herron of St. John's.

Rejecting the Screen is part of the Locked On Podcast Network and is released on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Thursday brings "Going ISO" where the guys conduct a longform interview. This week Matt Babcock of Babcock Hoops joins the program to talk about his basketball pedigree, his days as an NBA agent, and what it was like to play for Lute Olson at the University of Arizona. Previous guests include Anthony Morrow, Peter Vecsey, Kevin Willis, Howard Beck, Kenny Anderson, Richard Jefferson, Doug Gottlieb, Robert Sacre John Hollinger, Sam Mitchell, PJ Carlesimo, and Ryen Russillo.

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We go ISO with one of the best shooters in NBA history, Anthony Morrow. The 9-year vet discusses his feelings about Kevin Durant recently disrespecting him and other former OKC Thunder teammates. Morrow reveals how much the shocking defeat in the 2016 Western Conference Finals still bothers him and what it was like when he found out Durant left for the Warriors. The former Mr. Basketball in North Carolina reveals the incredible challenges he faced as a child, including dealing with homelessness and helping his mother clean buildings in the middle of the night after starring in high school games. He explains his remarkable journey going from an undrafted free agent to a record-setting rookie starter with the Warriors. Morrow talks about what he saw (and didn't see) Steph Curry's rookie year that led him to believe Steph would one day change the game of basketball. And he gives him some detailed tips on becoming a better shooter.

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Rejecting the Screen is part of the Locked On Podcast Network and is released on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Tuesday episodes feature Adam and Noah talking hoops and life for 30 minutes in their unique way and Thursday brings "Going ISO" where the guys conduct a longform interview. Previous guests include Richard Jefferson, Earl Watson, Peter Vecsey, Kevin Willis, Howard Beck, Kenny Anderson, Doug Gottlieb, Robert Sacre John Hollinger, Sam Mitchell, PJ Carlesimo, and Ryen Russillo.

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Noah Coslov and Adam Stanco get into the change of scenery for Andrew Wiggins and what's ahead for the Warriors. Plus, they reject the screen and praise the NBA for its new All-Star Game format. In Open Gym, the guys explain how ESPN's Rachel Nichols missed the mark during her conversation with Draymond Green about LeBron James' MVP case, and Adam details the latest on the middle school girls basketball team he's coaching. Noah is pumped to see the Lakers and Nuggets on Wednesday, while the NBA Draft matchup Adam is excited to see this week is Boise State's Derrick Alston Jr. take on undefeated San Diego State.

Rejecting the Screen is part of the Locked On Podcast Network and is released on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Thursday brings "Going ISO" where the guys conduct a longform interview. This week, former NBA guard Anthony Morrow joins the program to talk about going from being homeless to being Mr. Basketball in North Carolina to playing at Georgia Tech and in the NBA. Previous guests include Richard Jefferson, Peter Vecsey, Kevin Willis, Howard Beck, Kenny Anderson, Doug Gottlieb, Robert Sacre John Hollinger, Sam Mitchell, PJ Carlesimo, and Ryen Russillo.

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Rejecting the Screen goes ISO with HoopsHype's Alex Kennedy who has been covering the NBA since he was 14. Alex joins Noah Coslov and Adam Stanco to chat about breaking stories as a teenager, working through college and the players and writers who were most kind to him when he was starting out. Plus, he recalls his dorm room interview with Damian Lillard and his podcast conversation with Kobe Bryant.

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Noah Coslov and Adam Stanco break down Damian Lillard's spectacular play during his recent historic stretch and examine whether the Blazers will make the playoffs. Adam explains why there's still reason to be concerned if you're a Blazers fan and Noah thinks people need to take a closer look at Portland's schedule. The guys also go in-depth as to why they don't think Zion Williamson should be playing in the Rising Stars Challenge. However, Noah is pumped to see Zion face Giannis Antetokounmpo this week as the Bucks take on the Pelicans. The NBA Draft matchup Adam is excited to see this week is North Carolina's Cole Anthony against Duke's Tre Jones.

Rejecting the Screen is part of the Locked On Podcast Network and is released on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Thursday brings "Going ISO" where the guys conduct a longform interview. This week, HoopsHype's Alex Kennedy is on the program. Last week, Kobe Bryant's friend and former NBA guard Earl Watson joined the show to talk about playing with Kobe in the legendary pickup UCLA pickup games, inside stories of playing for Hubie Brown and coaching the Phoenix Suns. Previous guests include Richard Jefferson, Peter Vecsey, Kevin Willis, Howard Beck, Kenny Anderson, Doug Gottlieb, Robert Sacre John Hollinger, Sam Mitchell, PJ Carlesimo, and Ryen Russillo.

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Rejecting the Screen goes ISO with former Phoenix Suns head coach and longtime NBA guard Earl Watson. The former UCLA standout reminisces about his relationship with Kobe Bryant growing out of the famous summer games in Westwood and shares colorful stories about Kobe's work ethic, mentoring, and fathering. He also tells stunning, insightful, and hysterical tales about John Wooden, Devin Booker, Baron Davis, Gary Payton, Magic Johnson, Jerry West, Hubie Brown, Kevin Durant, and many others.

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Noah Coslov & Adam Stanco share personal stories of Kobe Bryant soon after the heartbreaking news of his death, along with his daughter Gianna and seven others. Both Noah and Adam grew up in Philadelphia, so their memories go back to Kobe's high school days at Lower Merion.

Rejecting the Screen is part of the Locked On Podcast Network and is released on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Thursday brings "Going ISO" where the guys conduct a longform interview. Last week, Kobe's former teammate Robert Sacre joined the show to talk about his career, including his rookie season that saw Steve Nash & Dwight Howard join the team. Previous guests include Richard Jefferson, Peter Vecsey, Kevin Willis, Howard Beck, Kenny Anderson, Doug Gottlieb, John Hollinger, Sam Mitchell, PJ Carlesimo, and Ryen Russillo.

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Rejecting the Screen goes ISO with former Los Angeles Laker Robert Sacre, The Gonzaga legend reminisces about being a starstruck rookie playing alongside famous teammates during the Lakers' tumultuous 2012-2013 season. He tells fascinating Kobe Bryant stories, including why Kobe refused to eat dinner at a fancy restaurant, how a Kobe punch tested Robert's manhood, memories of Kobe's final game, and how they developed a bond through Robert's trash talking. Robert also discusses why he started dancing on the sidelines, how he bought a cow with Chris Kaman, and what Metta World Peace is really like off the court.

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