This episode I'm joined by friends of the show Damo & Reem (@LetTalkSportsTv). Twitter tried to tell yall Cp3 & Melo are "washed" bc of age, it's about that time to shut that up. The fellas and I discussed plenty of topics this ep including: -Cp3 & Melo's redemption season. These two have been exceeding expectations this year and most definitely heard the disrespect over the summer. We talk about how their season has transpired & how far they can go. Whos washed tho? -Is Mike Con...
Jan 08, 2020•1 hr 27 min
This episode I'm joined by my Chicago fam Big Dave (@BawlSports) from "BAWL! On Bulls" & the "Bulls Outsiders" show. There are plenty of things circulating around the league before the holidays so Dave & myself discuss a few things including: -The Isaiah Thomas incident. Did Isaiah handle it right way? Did he deserve a 2 game suspension? All of this for a frosty though? -The new segment "Coppin or Droppin" where my guests get to decide on if they agree or disagree with some of the hottes...
Dec 24, 2019•1 hr 23 min
This episode I'm joined by friends of the show Damo & Reem (@LetTalkSportsTv). The fellas and I discuss a multitude of topics including: -Evaluating Carmelo Anthony's on court performance thus far. How much has & will he help the TrailBlazers going forward? -The Cavs are finally listening to trade offers for Kevin Love. Is he worth the asking price? What teams would he fit with best? Who should be making a move for him? -The NY Knicks finally pulled the plug on Fizdale, but were they rig...
Dec 11, 2019•1 hr 35 min
This episode I'm joined by BTG (@BaylorTheGreat) from Open Run & Jarv (@Chet_Ohara) from The Gray Area. 20 games into the season and the Lakers are on fire. Top 2 record in the league, Lebron is playing phenomenal, Anthony Davis is fitting in seamlessly & the supporting cast has answered the call. But are there any chinks in the armor? We chop it up & discuss all Lakers news this episode including: -The Lakers mvp thus far -Can Lebron & AD sustain this level of excellence all sea...
Dec 04, 2019•1 hr 25 min
This episode I'm joined by Josh Rodriguez, host of The Dime NBA podcast. (@Josh_Rodriguez_ @TheDimeNBA) We had plenty to discuss this ep and some of the topics include: (3:30) Carmelo Anthony has made way his back into the NBA via the struggling Portland Trailblazers. What can Melo bring to the table? How much can he produce? Is it possible that he can be the catalyst for turning their season around? (14:45) Terry Rozier has been one of my biggest disappointments this season. He got his money &a...
Nov 20, 2019•54 min
This episode I'm joined by friend of the show Damo. We had plenty to discuss this ep as the NBA has no shortage of drama EVER. Some of the topics include: (3:30) Dion Waiters gummy incident Can the disgruntled Heat guard recover from this or is he done in south beach? What other teams can he join where he can really produce? (9:20) THE KNICKS STINK! The Knicks front office is in disarray once again for the 100th consecutive season. Is Fizdale really to blame? How good did management expect to be...
Nov 13, 2019•1 hr 5 min
This episode I'm joined by Reem @LetTalkSportsTv & BTG @BaylorTheGreat. The NBA season is in full effect and so much is packed into the first couple of weeks. We each brought a few observations & takeaways to discuss including: Embiid vs KAT. Who won the battle but most importantly, who wins the war with the better career? Do the Houston Rockets resemble a legit contender? (16:30) Is Dwights revival in LA an early surprise or just an aberration? (27:20) Will Kyrie's workload impact the B...
Nov 06, 2019•1 hr 33 min
The season is finally here! Join me on a solo ride to kick off the season discussing: These young players receiving hefty contracts. Trouble brewing in South Beach? Zion disappointing us all. Knicks players unhappy with their roles. Season awards predictions. Tune in & drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" Feedback VM #: 908.718.1592 Email: Abovetherimnbapodcast@gmail.com #AboveTheRimPodcast #AboveTheRimPod...
Oct 22, 2019•41 min
This episode I'm joined by Reem @LetTalkSportsTv & Trevis @Big_t_22. The fellas and I discuss a multitude of preseason rumblings such as: Which elite point guard is closer to a title? Zion's early preseason production, are we impressed? Will Lonzo & triple B's eventually split? Nets vs Knicks, do we care who's actually "cooler"? One preseason storyline we each are closely monitoring. Tune in & drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above T...
Oct 16, 2019•1 hr 27 min
Join me this episode as I discuss NBA media day takeaways, new leadership qualities from Kyrie Irving and the BK Nets, Paul George saying the Clippers have the best NBA duo & the new look Philadelphia 76ers. Most importantly, FREE MY GUY CP3!! Tune in & drop that 5 star review!Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" Feedback VM #: 908.718.1592 Email: Abovetherimnbapodcast@gmail.com #AboveTheRimPodcast #AskAboveTheRim #AboveTheRimPod...
Oct 02, 2019•48 min
This episode I'm joined by friends of the show Damo & Reem (@LetTalkSportsTv).The fellas and I discuss the disappointing 7th place finish by Team USA, how weak the roster was, Joe Johnson signing a deal from the Big3 to the Detroit Pistons and the NBA banning karate-style headbands. We also dive into a deep discussion on how each of us would build our "perfect player". Some of these choices will definitely surprise you so join the conversation and let me know who you would choose to build yo...
Sep 18, 2019•1 hr 16 min
This episode I'm joined by Manny Brown from the "Any Given Sunday" podcast (@TheManuelBrown).The LA Lakers had a very eventful offseason and right on cue, the soap opera begins. We discuss the Lakers summer additions, how the fit with AD & LeBron will work, who the #1 option is, if Kyle Kuzma can handle his increased role, Dwight Howard on board, a revitalized LeBron and more! Tune in & Drop that 5 star review!Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podca...
Aug 28, 2019•1 hr 16 min
This episode I'm joined by friends of the show Damo & Reem (@LetTalkSportsTv).The fellas and I got into a deep Melo discussion about how impactful his interview with Stephen A was, our reactions, why GM's are scared of Melo and if he will finally land on a roster. Did Zion make the right choice in choosing to sign with Jordan brand?We also debate our top 5 players at each position going into next season. Some of these responses will definitely surprise you!Tune in & drop that 5 star revi...
Aug 14, 2019•1 hr 28 min
This episode I'm joined by Akeem from the "Raw And Uncut" podcast (@RawAndUncutpod).The Philadelphia 76ers had a very eventful offseason acquiring Al Horford and Josh Richardson while losing Jimmy and JJ. Akeem is very optimistic about their title hopes and he's here to let us know why he believes this is the year to get it done. Can Horford and Embiid co-exist seamlessly in the paint? Will Tobias step up and become the closer in Jimmy's absence? Is Ben Simmons finally ready to shut all of us up...
Aug 07, 2019•1 hr 6 min
This episode I'm joined by friends of the show Damo & Reem (@LetTalkSportsTv).NBA free agency was wild, surprising & did not disappoint. Lost in all of the player movement is how relationships amongst each other dictated where some ended up. Amongst those, the fellas and I discuss how lines have been drawn and unlikely unions have been formed. We recap all of the moves thus far in free agency & more!Tune in & Drop that 5 star review family!Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 ...
Jul 17, 2019•1 hr 20 min
This episode I'm joined by friends of the show Damo & Reem (@LetTalkSportsTv) Episode 100 is finally here and it couldn't have come at a better time. If you been rocking with me since the birth of Ep 1 I appreciate you! Join us as we go through all of the top free agents in the NBA as we give our opinions on their destinations & what would be good for their career! Plenty of jokes, laughs & shit talking as we dive into the craziest time of the year! Be sure to watch the ep on youtube...
Jul 03, 2019•1 hr 41 min
Join me on a solo ride for a prelude to ep 100! The NBA is entering the spiciest time of the year as rumors are swirling all over the place. This episode I discuss the weak NBA awards show, the NBA draft winners & how Knick fans need to relax, my thoughts on who won the AD trade & more. I also discuss the fake turmoil going on in Houston & how the media is overblowing these reports. Sometimes you have to embrace being the villain, it's our time... Subscribe to the Above the Rim youtu...
Jun 27, 2019•36 min
This episode i'm joined by Basketball Society writer, host of the "Scoop B Radio" podcast, Brandon Scoop B Robinson (@ScoopB) Just when you thought the NBA couldn't get any spicier, boom! The Raptor boys won the title for 6 and they earned every piece of it. But uncertain times are looming, will Kawhi stay or look elsewhere? LeBron finally got his 2nd star to join him in Anthony Davis. We discuss the implications of the trade, how the pairing will fit and next steps with filling out the roster.....
Jun 19, 2019•51 min
This episode i'm joined by friends of the show Damo & Reem (@LetTalkSportsTv) It's finally ring season & someone has to bring home the hardware. The road to episode 100 continues as we discuss our takeaways from the first few games of the NBA finals. Is Kawhi's postseason "jordan-esque" praise too much? Which Raptors need to step up in order to win? We also discuss the Knicks disappointing potential deals, Zion, Mike D'antoni's non-extension & a HEATED Melo-Tmac debate. Tune in &...
Jun 05, 2019•1 hr 31 min
This episode I'm joined by Rory, host of "The Mitchell Report Unleashed" podcast (@officiallyrory) This episode we discuss the Toronto Raptors taking out the Bucks to advance to the NBA finals, if Giannis was ready for primetime, Kawhi keeping it cool under pressure & Drake shenanigans. We also preview the NBA finals & more. We are in for a good series, it may be more competitive than you think. 4:00 - Juwan Howard to Michigan 8:00 - Rockets coaching changes 15:30 - All-NBA team selectio...
May 29, 2019•1 hr 10 min
This episode I'm joined by D.Murph (@ItsDMurph) from the "Why Not Sports" podcast. We discuss the results of the NBA draft lottery, the screams from Knicks fans, what the Pelicans should do with AD & how Zion fits into the NBA. We also had to touch on the bombs that Magic Johnson dropped about his tenure with the Lakers & both conference finals matchups. Tune in & drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB: "Above The Rim Podcast" Feedback VM #: 908.718.1592 ...
May 22, 2019•1 hr 9 min
This episode I'm joined by the homie Melo Reem (@Riche_threads) The NBA semifinals was a tough pill for your boy to swallow. Some huge battles, epic series wins, legacies being re-written all rolled into one. We discussed where the Houston Rockets went wrong in their series against the Warriors, how Philly dropped the ball against the Raptors, the Blazers triumphant win & more. No excuses when you lose, take your licks and come back stronger. Tune in & drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @...
May 15, 2019•1 hr 20 min
This episode I'm joined by the homie Akeem from the "Raw And Uncut" podcast (@RawAndUncutpod) The NBA semifinals are underway and there is a battle of strategy in every series. Who can make enough adjustments to give themselves the upper hand in a series? Akeem and I go discuss each series and give our thoughts. Can the Rockets get it done? Can Philly bounce back and take control? Will Giannis or Kyrie will their team to more victories? Who's your top 5 offensive players of all-time? We get into...
May 02, 2019•1 hr 6 min
Join me on a solo ride as the 1st round of the playoffs is set to close and the electric semifinals is about to begin. This episode I discuss Dame Lillard's epic shot to closeout the series, where we now rank him & Russ, how Russell Westbrook must improve his game going forward & I recap the rest of the 1st round. The family called in as I respond to voicemails & preview the NBA semifinal matchups. Tune in & Drop that 5 star review family! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 ...
Apr 26, 2019•49 min
This episode I'm joined by Chris Lehman (@BrothersLehman) from the "Brothers Lehman Sports Happy Hour". It's about time the playoffs have started and the first couple of games have been nothing short of drama. There have been some very surprising losses thus far & some of the lower seeds are gaining more confidence as the series progress. Some of these fanbases are starting to get a little paranoid because they thought their team was in for some smooth sailing. We discuss our takeaways from ...
Apr 17, 2019•1 hr 19 min
This episode i'm joined by friends of the show Damo & Melo Reem @Riche_threads. The end of the season is here & it's time for the boys to become men in the playoffs. Join us as we put a bow on the 2019 regular season as we give out our player awards, make our all-nba team selections and put our NBA finals picks on wax. Tune in & Drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB: "Above The Rim Podcast" Feedback VM #: 908.718.1592 Email: Abovetherimnbapodcast@gmail.c...
Apr 10, 2019•1 hr 23 min
This episode i'm joined by Ray Jarvis (@Chet_Ohara) host of "The Gray Area". As the compilation continues, it’s time for volume 4! I'm bringing back the ATR pressure cooker scale, and it's time for certain guys to “Put Up or Shut Up” this NBA playoffs. We revisit our levels from earlier in the season and set new expectations for this upcoming postseason for each NBA star. No star is ever safe when there are legacies on the line... Buckle Up Tune in & Drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @Jusbla...
Apr 03, 2019•1 hr 36 min
This episode is i'm joined by Zak (@ZakNoble) from the 4 SNZS NBA podcast. The rookie of the year race is going to be an intriguing one. Some have Luka, some have Trae, but we all know the talent is undeniable from both. We discuss our rookie of the year picks & spotlight some of the other rookies in the league. We also dive into some of the unsung players in the league that don't receive enough recognition. Tune in & Drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB: "...
Mar 20, 2019•57 min
This episode is i'm joined by friend of the show Damo & Fred (@Fleezy4reel). This has been a turbulent season for the LA Lakers. Injuries, suspensions & emotions all rolled into one. Lebron James has been at the forefront of it all and I must say, this has been a disappointing one to witness. Lebron couldn't carry his team to atleast the playoffs and it deserves some evaluation. We discuss this failed Laker season and also the top MVP candidates in this 3 headed race. This one gets wild....
Mar 13, 2019•1 hr 22 min
This episode I'm joined by Jonathan Lehman @BrothersLehman from the "Brothers Lehman Sports Happy Hour". It's time for the stretch run of the season & this is where we learn what teams are made of. We discuss each team in the Eastern conference and decide if they are a legitimate threat to compete in the West finals or if they are prime for a smooth, quick exit. We also had to briefly touch on this failed Laker season. Tune in & Drop that 5 star review family! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: ...
Mar 06, 2019•1 hr 6 min
