Episode 4: Loose Balls & The ABA w/Basketball Historian Jason Levin

In this episode, Maliika has a conversation with basketball historian Jason Levin about the history of the American Basketball Association (ABA), focusing on the book "Loose Balls" by Terry Pluto and the upcoming documentary "Soul Power." They discuss the ABA's founding in 1967, its financial struggles, and the eventual merger with the NBA in 1976. Key points include the impact of the ABA on basketball, such as the introduction of the three-point line and the style of play. They also address the economic challenges ABA teams face, the hardship contracts for players, and the racial undertones in the book "Loose Balls." The conversation concludes with announcing the documentary's release in early 2026 and the ongoing efforts to compensate ABA players.