The Baseline

In this episode of The Baseline, we’re joined by two standout hoopers from Elitzur Netanya: Bryce Washington and Carlos Marshall Jr. 🔥

Bryce is a Louisiana-Lafayette legend — one of the few players in school history to rack up 1,000 points & 1,000 rebounds. Carlos, a Tennessee State and Santa Clara alum, joins us fresh off a 40-point explosion in Netanya’s most recent game 💥.

We talk overseas life, big games, mindset, and the grind of making your name in international hoops 🌍.

💬 Topics covered:

– Bryce’s dominance at Louisiana-Lafayette 🏀

– Carlos’s journey through Memphis, Tennessee State & Santa Clara

– Dropping 40 in Israel 🇮🇱

– The overseas basketball experience

– Advice for college players going pro abroad

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In this episode of The Baseline, we chop it up with DeAndre Pinckney, a versatile forward now playing for Hapoel Haifa in Israel 🇮🇱. DeAndre shares his powerful story — from working in Florida to chasing his dream and eventually landing in Division 1 basketball, and now competing overseas 🏀🌍.

He’s a natural storyteller, a leader on the court, and someone who’s earned every step of his journey through resilience and heart.

💬 In this episode:

– Life before college hoops in Florida 🌴

– The path to D1 and what it taught him

– Adjusting to pro basketball overseas

– Playing for Hapoel Haifa 🇮🇱

– Staying hungry & humble every step of the way

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In this episode of The Baseline, we sit down with John DiBartolomeo — the longtime captain of Maccabi Tel Aviv, one of Europe’s most historic basketball clubs 🏀💛💙. John takes us through his inspiring journey from Division III standout at the University of Rochester to becoming a staple in the Israeli Winner League and a trusted leader in the EuroLeague.

We dive into his professional path, the mindset required to stay sharp through injuries, and what it really takes to lead at the highest levels of international basketball.

💬 In this episode:

– His transition from D3 hoops to the pro level

– Playing for Maccabi Haifa & two years in Spain 🇪🇸

– Earning his role and respect at Maccabi Tel Aviv 🇮🇱

– Leadership lessons & overcoming setbacks

– The mental side of EuroLeague pressure

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In this episode of The Baseline, we’re joined by none other than Rawle Alkins — a New York City hooper through and through 🗽. From being a top-ranked high school player, to choosing the University of Arizona, to suiting up for the Chicago Bulls, Rawle shares real insight into the mental side of chasing — and surviving — the pro basketball grind 🏀.

We talk confi dence, pressure, and what it really takes to keep your name alive at the highest levels.

💬 In this episode:

– Why he chose Arizona & what he learned there

– Life inside an NBA system with the Chicago Bulls 🏀🐂

– Adjusting to the business side of basketball

– NYC basketball culture & how it shaped him

– Staying focused through challenges and comebacks

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In this episode of The Baseline, we sit down with Joe Alexander — former NBA lottery pick, NCAA standout, and one of the most seasoned journeymen in the international hoops scene 🌍🏀. Joe opens up about the rollercoaster of his career — from the big stage of the NBA to deep playoff runs overseas.

We dive into the physical grind, mental pressure, and personal evolution that comes with chasing the game around the world. If you’re into raw stories, sharp basketball insight, and the reality of life as a pro — this one’s a must-listen.

💬 What we talk about:

– Getting drafted 8th overall in the 2008 NBA Draft 🎯

– Making the leap from college star to pro baller 🏀

– The mental & physical toll of elite competition 🧠💪

– His journey across Europe and lessons from abroad 🌍

– What he’s learned about identity, mindset & purpose 🔍

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In this episode of The Baseline, we chop it up with Justin Alston, a true international journeyman now balling with Hapoel Holon 🇮🇱. From his fi ve-year run at Boston University to stops in Germany, Estonia, Portugal, Hungary, Lithuania, Greece, and Italy — Justin has seen it all 🌍.

He gives us a raw look at the overseas lifestyle — the culture shifts, the mental game, the business side — and explains why Israel feels like the right fi t at this stage of his career. Rapid fi re, real talk, and insight from a pro who's lived the grind.

💬 What we get into:

– College career at Boston University

– Playing across Europe & adapting to different leagues

– What makes Israeli basketball different 🇮🇱

– Navigating contracts, roles, and life off the court

– The mindset needed for longevity in overseas hoops

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Season 3 kicks off with a bang as we’re joined by Jalen Lecque — former NBA & G League guard, viral dunker, and now making moves in Israel’s Winner League 🇮🇱.

In this episode, Jalen talks about the pressure of being a top-ranked high school prospect, the reality of life in the NBA pipeline, and how he’s stayed locked in through the ups and downs of pro basketball. It’s a raw, honest look at a player who's still writing his story.

💬 In this episode:

– Life as a 5-star recruit & viral sensation 🏀

– Playing in the NBA & G League

– Adjusting to overseas basketball in Israel

– Staying focused through setbacks & spotlight

– The mindset needed to keep going 📈

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In this season finale of The Baseline, we sit down with Willy Workman — a true veteran of the Israeli Winner League and one of the most respected grinders in the game 🏀🇮🇱. From overcoming injuries to making a name for himself as a do-it-all player, Willy reflects on a career built on perseverance, IQ, and love for the game.

We dive into the mental side of bouncing back, staying ready through every challenge, and what it really takes to build a long, successful career overseas. If you love basketball stories rooted in resilience and real hoops insight — this one’s for you.

💬 What we talk about:

– Building a career in the Israeli Winner League 🇮🇱

– Overcoming injuries and setbacks 💥

– The mindset of consistency and adaptation 🧠

– Being a leader and teammate across multiple clubs 🗣️

– What’s next after a storied overseas run 🔁

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In this episode of The Baseline, we sit down with Isaiah Miles, a veteran forward whose global basketball journey has now taken him to Ramat Gan in Israel 🇮🇱. From playing in the NBA G League and Summer League, to competing in Europe and now the Israeli Winner League, Isaiah gives us a real, unfiltered look at life as a pro hooper across multiple systems.

We also dive into his thoughts on why some college players are struggling to develop, how different leagues challenge players in unique ways, and what it takes to stay relevant and impactful no matter where you play.

💬 In this episode:

– Life in the G League and Summer League

– Playing for Ramat Gan in Israel

– How overseas basketball compares across Europe and the Middle East 🌍

– Thoughts on today’s college player development issues – Staying sharp through transitions and new environments

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In this episode of The Baseline, we sit down with Chris Silva — a story of grit, growth, and global impact 🌍🏀. Born and raised in Gabon, Chris moved to the U.S. in high school, learned English on the fl y, and quickly turned heads on the court. From a breakout career at South Carolina, where he helped lead the Gamecocks to the Final Four, to suiting up in the NBA with the Miami Heat, his path is nothing short of inspiring.

Now hooping in Herzliya, Chris refl ects on the next chapter of his journey — the lessons from the league, life overseas, and what keeps him hungry.

💬 What we talk about:

– Growing up in Gabon and moving to the U.S. 🇬🇦🇺🇸

– Learning English while chasing the basketball dream ✏️🏀

– Final Four memories with South Carolina 🔥

– NBA life and his time with the Miami Heat 🏆

– Adjusting to pro hoops in Israel 🇮🇱

– Staying focused, grounded, and driven 🌟

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