Chis Miller is joined by 3 prominent local sports figures: DC United Goalkeeper Bill Hamid, Wizards Guard Ish Smith and former Washington Football team Defensive Lineman Renaldo Wynn.

The American way of life changed on May 25 with the murder of George Floyd. Since then, we've seen people across the country protesting and bringing to light the social injustices that exist - particularly in communities of color. Athletes have taken up the cause as well - with many using their platforms to help push for substantive change.

This podcast is the second in a series of conversations with sports figures who have ties to the DMV.

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With less than 3 weeks before the NBA season resumes, we go inside the Orlando Bubble, as Chris is joined by Moe Wagner. Wagner gives us a sample of what life is like as he and the rest of the team prepare for the final 8 games of the season. How's the food? Has he taken a charge yet? Does he already miss being in DC?

The two also discuss current events as well - Wagner had been in town since the COVID-19 stoppage. He witnessed first hand the protests in Washington, and took part in the Juneteenth march with several of his teammates. He also shares why he's choosing to put a message on the back of his uniform instead of his name.

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Chris is joined by Nets sideline reporter Michael Grady to talk about the NBA restart in Orlando. Both Brooklyn and Washington will be fighting for the final 2 playoff spots along with Orlando once the season begins again. The Wizards face the Nets in Washington's 2nd game of the restart

The two friends talk about the Nets chances and the vibe in the Nets locker room knowing they could become a title contender in 2021 with the return of Kevin Durant. Plus, Michael was able to be a part of the protests in Brooklyn following the tragic murder of George Floyd, and he took some breathtaking pictures documenting the events.

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The D.C. sports landscape has been full of breaking news in the last few weeks and the hits keep on coming... Bradley Beal announced he will sit out the NBA restart to the season in Orlando due to a shoulder injury.

Chris is joined by the usual gang of Chase Hughes, Wes Hall and Quinton Mayo to discuss this new look Wizards team now without their two leading scorers. Do the Wizards still have a chance to make it into the playoffs? Does it even matter as long as the young guys get some run? Plus, who will be the sleeper team to come out of this Disney World bubble? Listen to hear the answers to all these questions and more!

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Chis Miller is joined by 3 prominent local sports figures: Mystics guard Natasha Cloud, Wizards center Ian Mahinmi and University of Maryland Head Football Coach Mike Locksley.

The American way of life changed on May 25 with the murder of George Floyd. Since then, we've seen people across the country protesting and bringing to light the social injustices that exist - particularly in communities of color. Athletes have taken up the cause as well - with many using their platforms to help push for substantive change.

This podcast is a first in a series of conversations with sports figures who have ties to the DMV. In this episode, Cloud shares the reasons why she's giving up the 2020 season to focus on enacting social change; Mahimni talks about the lasting impact of Floyd's murder and how the NBA will continue the movement, and Locksley reveals how he's using this as a teaching moment for his players.

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We're one month away from the return of NBA basketball and a week before the Wizards head to Orlando to get ready. Head Coach Scott Brooks and GM Tommy Sheppard addressed the media - so it's natural we get the biggest takeaways from our Wizards crew.

Chris Miller, Chase Hughes, Quinton Mayo and Wes Hall give their thoughts - and dive deeper into what we can expect in the final 8 games, and why talk of the playoffs isn't as far fetched as it may seem - especially with cases of COVID-19 spiking in Florida.

And if you've ever wondered what "leadership face" is, you'll want to hear Quinton's explanation...

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After weeks of waiting...and waiting... AND WAITING, we finally have details on the Wizards schedule when the NBA season resumes in late July. Chris Miller, Chase Hughes, Quinton Mayo and Wes Hall breakdown the games and share which ones will make or break the Wizards push towards the playoffs. Plus, with a spike in COVID-19 cases in Florida, how concerned are they about players safety. Finally, the quartet discuss how the team will manage Bradley Beal's minutes, and what should we expect from rookie Rui Hachimura.

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Chris is joined by former Bullets/Wizards guard Tim Legler as they tell stories of times with Wes Unseld, and winning the 1996 3-Point Contest. Legs also gives his opinion of what the Wizards might look like next year with both Beal and Wall healthy and insight into who has the best chance to come out of the tournament in Orlando!

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Chris is joined by Chase Hughes, Quinton Mayo and former Wizards Center Jason Smith to discuss Davis Bertans decision not to go down to Orlando with the Wizards as they fight for that final playoff spot. The guys discuss if they are surprised by the decision - and if they blame him for making that choice with a potential lucrative contract looming in Free Agency. They also discuss if they'd make the same choice given the health concerns... AND --- another conversation about whether this season will be marred by the dreaded ASTERISK...

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Chris Miller is joined by two special guests as we remember the legendary Maryland basketball phenom Len Bias. This week marks the 34th anniversary of Bias' death - an event that still resonates throughout the DMV. Tony Massenburg and Walt Williams share their stories about how Bias impacted their lives and careers.

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