Wake Up and Win with DeVon Pouncey

On this episode Tim Moore Jr., owner of World Series Company joined to discuss his HBCU experience and the significance of celebrity support for them 1:35, the intention of his apparel company World Series Company 13:55, NBA Playoffs 23:36, the "6th man" 46:03 and more!

On this episode Gina Mizell of Suns.com joined host DeVon Pouncey to discuss Chris Paul being out due to covid protocols (1:21), Gina's experience covering her hometown team during a historic run (7:00), the Suns socio-political impact in Phoenix during the last year (11:38), Monty Williams Coach of the Year snub (19:43), the viral Video of Suns fan fighting Nuggets fan (27:40), Jazz Vs. Clippers series (38:43) and much more!

On this episode Mike Richman of NBC Sports Northwest and "Locked on Blazers" podcast joins host DeVon Pouncey to discuss the Portland Traiblazers vs. Denver Nuggets playoff madness (2:34), terrible fan behavior in NBA arenas (19:24), NBA Playoff landscape at-large (23:35), Naomi Osaka withdraws from the French Open due to her mental health (30:25), and "The Sixth Man" segment on NBA reporters (40:57).

On this episode Kavitha Davidson of The Athletic joins host DeVon Pouncey to discuss the New York Knicks bringing NBA playoff basketball back to Madison Square Garden & NBA playoffs at large (8:20), Tony La Russa and his stance on the unwritten rules of baseball (23:51), her appearance on "Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel" and how the lack of sports has negatively impacted youth athletes mental health during the pandemic (35:30), "The 6th Man" Segment on female sports figures (47:11)and more!

On this episode Dr. Jules Boykoff joins host DeVon Pouncey to discuss his latest New York Times opinion piece demanding cancellation of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics (8:19). Is the city of Portland ready for a Major League Baseball team(37:19)? Thoughts on the NBA playoffs (51:50).

On this episode DeVon Pouncey is joined by the new Portland State Univeristy Men's Head Basketball Jase Coburn. Time Stamps below:

0:47- Origin story, how growing up in a dojo and being a black belt correlates to him becoming a Division 1 College basketball head coach

7:20- The Process of becoming the New HC at Portland State University (MBB)after former Head Coach Barrett Peery left to Texas Tech

10:20- Going Viral after his introductory Press Conference

14:43- Having the opportunity to be a Head Coach under the leadership of PSU Director of Athletics Valerie Cleary

18:29- Being a positive representation of the Asian Community during what has been a tough year plus for the community at large

20:58- Goals for Porltand State Men's Basketball under his leadership

26:05- Getting married on the Big Sky Conference Tournament floor in 2020 after season cancellation due to Covid

32:40- "The 6th Man" segment (Top 6 favorite fighters of all-time)

37:20- Rallying cry for listeners and community members to support Portland State Men's Basketball under his leadership

On this episode the guys react to the Derek Chauvin verdict- 6:26, Steph Curry brilliance and MVP conversation- 23:57, DMX and Black Rob passes away - 41:03 and more!

GPII discusses Historic tournament run for Oregon State (1:05)

DeVon and GPII reflect on days together as AAU teammates (6:17)

Gary Payton influence on GPII (9:25)

GPII wins G-League DPOY and his chosen career path (16:04)

Reflects on "Uncle" Kobe Bryant (23:19)

Relationship with Damian Lillard (26:26)

The "Sixth Man" Segment: Greatest Defenders of All-Time (28:23)

A word for the youth (35:55) and more!

P.S. Since the recording of this episode Gary Payton II has signed with the Golden State Warriors!

12:50 LeBron becomes part owner of the Red Sox

26:47 Jason Verrett re-signs with 49ers

34:25 High school commentator says racist slurs with hot mic

38:15: Asian attacks in ATL and beyond

49:34 Portland Police Association president steps down after false allegations against Portland City Commissioner Joann Hardesty

101:10 Cahoots Bill introduced to Congress

105:03 Damian Lillard goes for 50!

118:40 Grammy’s recap and more!

On this episode actor, comedian, director and "3 Strikes" star Brian Hooks joined to discuss his independence within the film industry (0:44), mental health within comedy (14:16), the importance of comedy in today's society (34:16), his relationship with E-40 (43:10) and more!

We also introduced a new segment called "The Sixth Man" segment (45:49)