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NBA Pulse with Sarah Kustok

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YES network's analyst for the Nets, Sarah Kustok, meets with a rotating group of respected NBA.com writers, Michael C. Wright, Shaun Powell, Mark Medina, Steve Aschburner and John Schuhmann, to discuss their most recent articles and features, as well as the top news from around the league. 

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Episodes

How Celtics Dominated Game 2, Mavs T-Wolves Preview, All-NBA Decisions

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer John Schuhmann about the Celtics dominating win over the Pacers in Game 2, they preview tonight's game between the Mavs and Timberwolves in Minnesota and they discuss the All-NBA picks. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 24, 202423 min

Ant-Man vs Luka, Best NBA Duo, Caitlin Clark's Rough Start

Vince invites two of his closest friends and members of his basketball "Group Chat" Joe Giddens and AYO to join the podcast. Joe played in high school with Vince, and they remember some of their greatest HS moments. AYO is a massive music producer and he tells Vince about the stress of trying to break through in the business. They get into the playoffs, discuss who is the face of the NBA, which player they would build a franchise a around, what is the best duo in the League, and who they think w...

May 22, 20241 hr 34 min

T-Wolves and Pacers Game 7 win Reactions, Plus Conference Finals Previews

Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright react to 2 Game 7's, preview the Eastern and Western Conference Finals and look ahead to what the Knicks, Thunder and Nuggets need to do in the offseason to improve. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 20, 202423 min

T-Wolves Nuggets Game 7, Plus Knicks Pacers Preview and Lakers Coach?

Sarah and NBA senior writer Shaun Powell react to the Game 6 blowout and preview Game 7 in the Timberwolves vs Nuggets series. They also preview Game 6's between the Knicks and Pacers as well as the Mavs and Thunder. Plus they discuss the Lakers coaching search and what they should do this offseason. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 17, 202417 min

The Dream Team

In this week’s episode of NBA DNA, we look at the greatest team assembled: The 1992 Men’s Olympic Basketball Team — aka, The Dream Team. Hannah is joined by Hall-of-Famer Charles Barkley and Dream Team Coach PJ Carlesimo who reminisce about their unforgettable summer, complete with iconic practices, international rivalries, and late nights at the poker table. Plus, Hannah delves into her move to NBC in the early '90s just as the Dream Team took basketball global. See omnystudio.com/listener for ...

May 15, 202446 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Pacers and Nuggets Even Series, Mavs Thunder and Celtics Cavs Previews

Sarah and NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner discuss the Nuggets 2 wins in Minnesota to even the series and the Pacers dominating performance at home to tie up their series with the Knicks. Plus, they look ahead to the Cavs vs Celtics and Mavs vs Thunder matchups tonight. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 13, 202422 min

Mavs and Cavs get Road Wins, Preview Pacers and Nuggets Must Wins at Home

Sarah and NBA senior writer John Schuhmann discuss the Cavs dominating the Celtics in Boston, and the Mavs rolling over the Thunder in OKC in Game 2s. Then they preview the Knicks at Pacers for Game 3 in Indy and the Nuggets at Timberwolves must win scenario for the defending champs in Minny. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 10, 202422 min

Roy Hibbert Previews Pacers Knicks East Semifinal Series

Sarah is joined by Pacers legend, Roy Hibbert to discuss the Pacers vs the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Semifinals as well as the 2013 series where Roy and the Pacers eliminated Carmelo Anthony and the Knicks in 6 games. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 06, 202419 min

Brunson, Hart, Knicks Reaction, Sixers Fallout plus Mavs Clippers Preview

Sarah and Michael C. Wright react to the incredible Knicks Sixers series finale, what is next for the Sixers, how do the Knicks matchup against the Pacers, what is next for the Bucks and a preview of Game 6 of the Mavs and Clippers. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 03, 202421 min

Playoff Reactions; T-Wolves Sweep, Mavs Clippers Tied Up, Knicks and Pacers on Verge

Sarah and NBA senior writer Shaun Powell react to the incredible Sunday slate of playoff games. Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves sweep Kevin Durant and the Suns, Jalen Brunson sets records leading the Knicks to the 3-1 series lead over the Sixers, James Harden and Paul George step up as Clippers even the series with Luka, Kyrie and the Mavs, and Tyrese Haliburton, Miles Turner and the Pacers roll over the Bucks to a 3-1 lead. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnyst...

Apr 29, 202423 min

Knicks/Sixers and Nuggets/Lakers Reactions, Plus T-Wolves/Suns and Bucks/Pacers Previews

Sarah and NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner react to the Joel Embiid 50-point performance and possible ejection in the Sixers win vs the Knicks and the Lakers humbling defeat vs the Nuggets as they fall to 0-3 in the series. Plus they preview the Suns must win game vs the Timberwolves and the Pacers trying to take command of the series vs the Bucks in Indianapolis on Friday. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 26, 202425 min

Playoff Power Rankings: Breakdowns for All 8 Playoff Series

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer John Schuhmann about his first ever NBA Playoff Power Rankings. They breakdown a key stat from every playoff series through Game 1. Knicks vs. Sixers, Lakers vs. Nuggets, Mavs vs. Clippers, Pelicans vs. Thunder, Pacers vs. Bucks, Celtics vs. Heat, Magic vs. Cavs and Suns vs. Thunder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 22, 202427 min

Play-In Previews and Full NBA Awards Ballot Breakdown

Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright discuss his full NBA Awards official ballot and get into previewing tonight's Play-In games. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 19, 202423 min

Grant Hill Part 2 - Coach K's Last Game vs UNC, Living Single, Rookie Year Memories

Part 2 - Vince and Grant Hill continue their conversation, about Coach K's final game, his acting on "Living Single," with Queen Latifah, staring in the NBA as a rookie, dealing with injuries over the years, his role as an owner in the NBA, MLB and MLS, managing Team USA for the upcoming Olympics and his daughter as a young MMA fighter! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 17, 202442 min

Knicks Go For 2 Seed, the Lakers Dilemma and Play-In Previews

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Shaun Powell about the NBA Playoff situations. The Knicks jump to the #2 seed in the East, the Lakers looking at the Nuggets in the possible 2-7 matchup and previews of all the Play-In Tournament games. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 15, 202421 min

Playoff Positioning Chaos and Wemby's Rookie Season

Sarah and NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner discuss the many possibilities of the current NBA playoff situation and how things look for every team. Plus a recap of Victor Wembanyama's incredible rookie season. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 12, 202425 min

Grant Hill Part 1: Hall of Fame, Duke vs. UNC and the Pass to Laettner

Grant Hill Part 1 - Vince and Grant discuss what it is like to go into the Hall of Fame, this year's Men's and Women's NCAA Tournaments, the rivalry between Duke and UNC that never stops, plus the back story on The Pass Grant made to Christian Laettner vs Kentucky in 1992. The VC Show is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 12, 202459 min

The Merger

In this week’s episode, we stay in the ABA as the upstart league lures top players like Dr. J, Moses Malone, and Spencer Haywood in an attempt to secure a national TV contract. Hannah recounts a story her father told her about the ABA’s top-secret pursuit of Lew Alcindor, dubbed ‘Operation Kingfish,’ and reflects on the lasting legacy of the ABA, including the hardship rule, three-point shot, and wide-open style of play. Plus, everything to know about the 1976 NBA-ABA merger. Guests include Dr. ...

Apr 10, 202447 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Power Rankings: Embiid Returns and Mavs vs. Clippers Part 3

Sarah is joined by NBA senior writer John Schuhmann to discuss the latest on playoff positioning as we head down to the final week of the regular season. The impact of Joel Embiid's dramatic return to the Sixers, and the very likely 3rd playoff meeting featuring Luka Doncic and the Mavs vs Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 08, 202422 min

Hannah Storm on the Women's Game, Her New Podcast and Her Cancer Diagnosis

Sarah is joined by a very special guest, the legendary journalist Hannah Storm. Hannah has a new podcast out now called NBA DNA with Hannah Storm. They discuss the current explosion of the women's game, the Final Four, and why she decided to tell her life story through the lens of basketball. They also get into Hannah's incredible connection with Stuart Scott and her dealing with a recent breast cancer diagnosis. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener...

Apr 05, 202422 min

My Father's Basketball

How did Hannah Storm break into the sports business when it wasn’t an option for women? She always felt like she belonged. That comes from growing up in basketball. Hannah’s basketball story—her NBA DNA—begins with the American Basketball Association and her dad, former commissioner Mike Storen. In our first episode, we relive the basketball of Hannah’s childhood, learn how playground moves made it to the pro courts, and dive into the high-flying world of the ABA, with legends like Dr. J and Bob...

Apr 03, 202448 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Award Previews, Thunder vs Knicks Reaction and LeBron Retirement Talk

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Shaun Powell about the NBA awards, his voting strategy, and who he thinks will win MVP, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved and Coach of the Year. Plus reaction to the epic Thunder vs Knicks game at MSG and LeBron dominating the Nets and talking retirement. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcast and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 01, 202422 min

MVP Ladder: Luka, Kyrie and the Mavs Rising in the West

Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright discuss the MVP ladder, Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks rising and holding on to valuable playoff positioning in the Western Conference. They also discuss the East, the impending return of Joel Embiid and the Knicks being the biggest threat to the Celtics. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 29, 202419 min

Antawn Jamison on Carolina Memories, the NCAA Tourney and Dropping 51 on the Lakers

Vince talks with his close friend and fellow Tar Heel legend Antawn Jamison about their favorite memories as suite-mates at North Carolina on and off the court. They also get into the current NCAA Tournament, what-if there was NIL money for them back in the 90's and Antawn scoring 50 points in back-to-back NBA games. The VC Show is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 27, 20241 hr 10 min

Power Rankings: Rockets Shooting for Playoffs, Clippers and Suns Stretch Struggles

Sarah talks to NBA senior writer John Schuhmann about the surprising rise of the Houston Rockets, if they can catch the Warriors for the 10th seed, and how Jalen Green has stepped up his play. the also get into why the Clipper have been struggling, and the very difficult schedule that the Suns have coming down the stretch of the season. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 25, 202424 min

Who is the Next MVP, and is Wemby Ahead of Schedule?

Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright discuss who will be the next NBA MVP when Nikola Jokic gives up the crown one day. Jalen Green, Anthony Edwards, Shia Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum, Jalen Brunson Tyrese Haliburton and Zion Williamson all get mentioned. Then they transition to talking about the Rookie sensation, Victor Wembanyama, his future MVP chances and how incredible he is to watch in person. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio....

Mar 22, 202421 min

Kyrie's Insane Game Winner, Brunson Putting on a Show and Seeding Battles Heat Up

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Shaun Powell about Kyrie Irving's crazy game winning buzzer beating shot for the Mavericks, Jalen Brunson taking over in the Knicks win over the Kings and the battles for seeding are getting serious as we come down the stretch of the season. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 18, 202419 min

Wemby vs Chet for ROY, Jokic vs SGA for MVP and West #1

Sarah and NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner discuss Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren battling for Rookie of the Year and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander challenging Nikola Jokic for the MVP and the #1 seed in the West. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 15, 202421 min

Power Rankings: Pelicans Flying, Lakers Rising, Knicks 90's Flashback

Sarah and NBA senior writer John Schuhmann discuss his new Power Rankings... What the Pelicans are doing to be a threat in the playoffs, how LeBron and the Lakers are starting to put things together at the right time and what happened with the Sixers and Knicks on Sunday night. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 11, 202418 min

Anthony Edwards Spectacular, Nuggets and Celtics Showdown and Bulls Improving

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner about Anthony Edwards' amazing game Thursday night, Ant's MVP chances in the future, the possible Finals preview between the Nuggets and Celtics, and how the Bulls are pulling things together. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 08, 202421 min
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