The Baseline

The Baseline

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  • Ofer Yannay - Building a EuroLeague Contender | The Baseline Special Episode
    In this episode of The Baseline, we sit down with Ofer Yannay, the visionary owner of Hapoel Tel Aviv Basketball Club and one of the most influential figures in Israeli hoops. From pushing the club into the EuroLeague spotlight to securing major talents like Vasilije Micić, Ofer shares how bold moves and long-term vision are reshaping basketball in Israel.
    This isn’t just a story about ownership — it’s about passion, risk-taking, and redefining what it means to lead a basketball organization at the highest level.
    💬 What we talk about:
    – How Hapoel TLV landed Vasilije Micić 📝
    – The club’s rise to the EuroLeague and what’s next 🚀
    – Ownership mindset: investments, fans, and future vision 🧠
    – Israeli basketball’s evolution and global potential 🌍
    – What it really means to represent Tel Aviv on a European stage 🔴⚪
    🎧 Available now on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts & more.
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    1 hr 14 min
  • John Holland – From the NBA to Puerto Rico Pride | The Baseline S3 Ep 15
    In this episode, we sit down with John Holland — former NBA player, seasoned overseas vet, and proud Puerto Rican hooper 🇵🇷. From the G League to playoff runs with the Cavs, to starring roles in Europe and Israel, John brings the truth about staying ready, staying grounded, and never losing love for the game.
    Whether you’re chasing a pro contract, repping your roots on the court, or just hoop-obsessed — this episode is for you.
    💬 What we talk about:
    – Playing with the Cleveland Cavaliers 🏀
    – Representing Puerto Rico on the national team 🌎
    – Life overseas in Israel, Turkey, and beyond ✈️
    – Finding identity and purpose through basketball ✡️🇵🇷
    – Staying consistent when the path isn’t linear 🔁
    🎧 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts & more.
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    48 min
  • Geoffrey Grey – From Israeli Pro to G League Coach | The Baseline Ep 14
    In this episode, we sit down with Geoffrey Grey — a Jewish-American hooper from Boston, former Israeli pro, and now assistant coach in the NBA G League with the Texas Legends 🏀. From late-night training sessions overseas to developing the next generation of NBA stars, Geoffrey shares a story of resilience, identity, and hustle.
    Whether you're a baller playing overseas 🌍, a coach chasing the next step 📈, or someone who just loves the grind — this episode delivers stories that hit different.
    💬 What we talk about:
    – Playing in the Israeli Basketball Premier League 🇮🇱
    – Life in the NBA G League 🇺🇸
    – Being a Jewish athlete in pro sports ✡️
    – From Boston gyms to global arenas 🏀
    – Advice for young players chasing the dream 🚀
    🎧 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts & more.
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    35 min
  • Tre Jackson – From Iowa State to Polish League MVP | The Baseline S3 Ep 13
    In this episode, we chop it up with Tre Jackson — former Iowa State guard and now Polish League MVP 🏆 in his rookie pro season overseas. From playing alongside Tyrese Haliburton in college to dominating Europe in his fi rst year out, Tre’s story is about betting on yourself, staying locked in, and making noise across the world 🌍.
    Whether you're a hooper trying to go pro, a fan of overseas basketball, or just love good basketball stories — this one's got it all 🔥.
    💬 In this episode:
    – What it’s like playing with Tyrese Haliburton at Iowa State 🏀
    – Adjusting to life and hoops in Poland 🇵🇱
    – Winning MVP, Finals MVP, and a Championship in Year 1
    – Mental toughness, confi dence, and handling pressure 💯
    – What’s next for Tre’s journey 🚀
    🎧 Stream now on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts.
    📲 Follow us @thebaseline.podcast for more overseas hoop stories.
    ❤️ If you vibe with the episode, leave a review or share it with a hooper you know!
    32 min
  • Silvio De Sousa – From Kansas to Kiryat Ata | The Baseline S3 Ep 12
    In this episode, we chop it up with Silvio De Sousa — Kansas Jayhawk alum, Angolan big man 🇦🇴, and a force in the Israeli Basketball Premier League 🇮🇱. From March Madness
    madness to the grind of overseas hoops, Silvio opens up about life beyond the NCAA, adjusting to pro basketball in Israel, and what it means to represent his home country on a global stage 🌍.
    If you’re into college hoops legends, overseas journeys, or stories of staying grounded through it all — this one hits.
    💬 Topics we get into:
    – Playing at Kansas & competing in March Madness 🏀
    – His basketball journey from Angola to the U.S. to Israel 🇦🇴🇺🇸🇮🇱
    – Adjusting to Kiryat Ata and life in the Israeli league
    – Culture shocks, confi dence, and what’s next 📈
    – What repping your country really feels like 🌍
    🎧 Stream now on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts
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    52 min
  • The Baseline Season 3 Episode 12 Silvio De Sousa
    In this episode of The Baseline, we speak to Silvio De Sousa, the Angolan big man whose journey spans Kansas, up and downs with the NCAA, a viral brawl, and a comeback at Chattanooga. Now playing pro ball in Israel, Silvio opens up about rebuilding his name, life overseas, and what it means to keep going, on and off the court.
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    38 min
  • Keandre Cook – From Missouri State to the Overseas Grind | The Baseline S3 Ep 11
    In this episode, we sit down with Keandre Cook, a scorer out of Missouri State who’s been putting up buckets across Europe 🎯. From being overlooked by the NBA to building a steady pro career overseas, Dre gets real about what it takes to stay locked in, adjust to different cultures, and keep producing in a game that doesn’t slow down 🏀🌍.
    Whether you're a hooper chasing the next contract, a D1 fan, or just love stories from basketball’s global scene — this one’s for you.
    💬 What we get into:
    – His rise at Missouri State 📈
    – Transitioning from college to pro ball overseas 🇪🇺
    – Dealing with culture shock, language barriers, and lifestyle changes
    – What “consistency” really means at the pro level
    – Staying hungry while fl ying under the radar 🚀
    🎧 Available now on Spotify, YouTube & Apple Podcasts
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    41 min
  • Daeshon Francis – From Green Bay to the Overseas Grind | The Baseline S3 Ep 10
    In this episode, we catch up with Daeshon Francis, a small-town hooper with a big game who’s been carving out his career across Europe and Israel 🌍. From his early days in Green Bay to earning respect overseas, Daeshon breaks down what it takes to stay focused, adapt to new cultures, and keep chasing the game far from home 🏀✈️.
    It’s about hustle, mindset, and building a career when no one hands it to you.
    💬 In this episode:
    – His path from small-town beginnings to pro hoops
    – Life and basketball overseas in Europe & Israel 🇪🇺🇮🇱
    – Adapting to new environments and staying mentally strong
    – Staying motivated without the spotlight 🔥
    – Lessons from the journey so far
    🎧 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube & Apple Podcasts
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    1 hr 11 min
  • Liam O’Reilly – From Texas to the Overseas Courts | The Baseline S3 Ep 9
    We sat down with Liam O’Reilly, a Texas-born hooper who’s made a name for himself overseas 🏀🌍. From college ball to building a professional career across Europe, Liam opens up about the grind, the growth, and the journey it takes to compete far from home.
    You can hear the full episode here 🎧
    💬 Topics include:
    – His journey from Texas to Europe
    – Adjusting to the overseas lifestyle 🇪🇺
    – His mentality on and off the court
    – The lessons he's learned through pro hoops
    📲 Follow @thebaseline.podcast on all platforms
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    46 min
  • Brandon Bowman – Hoops Around the World and a Title in Israel | The Baseline S3 Ep 8
    This week on The Baseline, we sit down with Brandon Bowman — a true overseas basketball vet who’s played in New Zealand, Cyprus, Israel, Asia, and beyond 🌍. Fresh off helping Maccabi Raanana earn promotion to Israel’s top league 🏆, Brandon shares what life is really like as a pro hooper abroad — the wins, the losses, the travel, the culture, and everything in between.
    From on-court intensity to off-court growth, this one is a masterclass in surviving and thriving overseas.
    💬 In this episode:
    – Life in New Zealand, Cyprus, Israel, Asia & more
    – Winning a championship and promotion with Maccabi Raanana 🇮🇱
    – How the overseas game has evolved
    – Lessons from a long, global career 🧠
    – What young players should know before going pro abroad
    🎧 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts & more
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    1 hr 9 min

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