In this episode, we take a nostalgic trip back to the summer of 1974, a pivotal time for Brooklyn basketball. Featuring interviews with Albert King, John Salley, World B. Free, and Rick Telander, this episode highlights the unique culture of playground basketball and the characters who made that summer unforgettable. Discover the stories behind Albert King's rise to fame, Fly Williams' playground legend, and Rick Telander's classic book, Heaven is a Playground.

• 02:01 - 06:00: Albert King on the essence of Brooklyn playground basketball
• 06:01 - 12:00: Rick Telander's journey to Brooklyn and the birth of Heaven is a Playground
• 12:01 - 22:00: The legend of Fly Williams with insights from Albert King, John Salley, and World B. Free
• 22:01 - 28:00: Rodney Parker’s role as a connector in Brooklyn basketball and his influence on Jim McMillian
• 28:01 - 34:00: Albert King's basketball family and his rise from Fort Greene to national fame
• 34:01 - 38:00: The impact of Heaven is a Playground and Albert King’s reflections on his legacy

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