Episode #140 of the Mike Wise Show is the final presentation of this podcast that began almost three years ago. We revisit some of our favorite guests (Jamal Crawford, David Stern. Jeanie Buss, Marc Lasry, & Mark Cuban) and reflect on the journey of creating 140 different shows. Mike is joined by his producer and sidekick Bruce Bernstein as they discuss what made all of these guests so special and share some final thoughts as the Mike Wise Show calls it "a wrap" ... for now. See Privacy Poli...
Dec 13, 2021•38 min•Ep. 139
Greg Anthony of Turner Sports is one of the top NBA analysts in the media. Greg won an NCAA Championship at UNLV in 1990 and played 11 seasons in the NBA. He also has a son playing in the league: Cole Anthony of the Orlando Magic, currently in his 2nd NBA season. Greg and Mike examine his relationship with Cole, Cole's mindset, and other great topics like LeBron James' battle with "Father Time" and the Lakers chances of winning another title. Perhaps the most compelling conversation surrounds Ky...
Dec 07, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 138
Matt Steinmetz of 95.7 "The Game" in San Francisco has been covering the Golden State Warriors for 25 years. He's been there for the lean years and the championship seasons and has more institutional knowledge of the franchise than anyone. This week he joins the Mike Wise Show to discuss the Warriors hot start, their franchise culture, the key to winning another NBA Championship, and their indispensable superstar Stephen Curry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...
Nov 17, 2021•54 min•Ep. 137
This week on the Mike Wise Show, Mike and producer Bruce Bernstein are required to discuss the Aaron Rodgers vaccination kerfuffle, especially after Mike went on CNN to sound off on the Packers QB. But fear not, there's plenty of hoop in this show with a discussion of LeBron James' abdominal strain and whether it could be an injury related to his age. Khris Middleton is Mike's favorite player and Bruce explains why he thinks Middleton would have been an ideal San Antonio Spur back in the day. We...
Nov 09, 2021•36 min•Ep. 136
Scottie Pippen has a new book coming out and he is holding nothing back. Mike Wise and Bruce Bernstein discuss Scottie's feelings on Michael Jordan and his Bulls experience. The Washington Wizards have become the "Lakers of the East" with the addition of Kyle Kuzma, Montrezl Harrell, & Kentavious Caldwell Pope in the Russell Westbrook trade. Bruce shares his thoughts on why the Celtics have stumbled out of the gate, and the guys wax poetic on Stephen Curry, who keeps improving at the age of ...
Nov 05, 2021•41 min•Ep. 135
Mike Wise is back after his off season hiatus. Mike and Bruce Bernstein break down the first week of the season, including a discussion of the early growing pains with the Lakers, the rejuvenation of Carmelo Anthony, the Kyrie Irving vaccination kerfuffle, JA Morant's hot start, and other early season reaction. Mike also explains what he is doing in Mexico City while Bruce shares highlights of his son Mitch's weekend wedding. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...
Oct 25, 2021•32 min•Ep. 134
Mike Wise is still on his off-season break, so we have some of his favorite shows that you may have missed. In Part II of Mike Wise's conversation with Hall of Famer Bill Walton, among other subjects, they discuss Bill's loving but complex relationship with UCLA's Hall of Fame coach John Wooden Bill's continuing admiration for legendary musician Bob Dylan and the time he introduced Dylan to fellow Hibbing, Minnesota native Kevin McHale Bill's final meeting with cancer stricken teammate and dear ...
Oct 11, 2021•35 min•Ep. 76
Mike Wise is still on his off-season break, so we have some of his favorite shows that you may have missed. The word "Legend" doesn't even begin to describe Hall of Famer Bill Walton. In part one of a very special conversation with Mike, Bill discusses all of these issues and more: Our current societal strife and how we can improve relations with our fellow citizens Taking his Celtics teammates to a Grateful Dead show in 1985 Bill's "Bike for Humanity" events to aid those affected by the COVID-1...
Oct 04, 2021•39 min•Ep. 75
The Pure Hoops Media crew is still enjoying its summer vacation, so we're presenting some of our favorite shows that you may have missed the first time around. September 22nd would have been the 79th birthday of the late NBA Commissioner David Stern, who passed away in January of 2020. David's final interview took place on October 29, 2019. It was the basis for a two part podcast on The Mike Wise Show. David was in a wistful and reflective mood that day and shared many personal anecdotes. In thi...
Sep 20, 2021•27 min•Ep. 51
Mike Wise is taking some time off to recharge for next season, but we want to share some of our favorite interviews from the recent past. Shortly after the Lakers won the 2020 NBA Championship, Jeanie Buss joined old friend Mike for a visit. Jeanie represents the Los Angeles Lakers on the NBA Board of Governors. She doesn't like to be called the "owner," but her family has controlled the team for more than four decades. In this revealing interview, Jeanie shares some very emotional thoughts abou...
Sep 06, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 91
In the final installment of the Mike Wise Show's four part series on the North Carolina Basketball Family, Mike Wise, his co-host Bruce Bernstein and our panel of Tar Heel greats George Karl, George Lynch, and Matt Doherty share fun stories of their interactions with fellow family members and hoop legends Michael Jordan, James Worthy and Sam Perkins. Perkins tells a hilarious story about George Karl when they were together with the NBA's Seattle Sonics. Matt Doherty shares a golfing story about ...
Aug 23, 2021•16 min•Ep. 133
In part three of the Mike Wise Show's four part series on the North Carolina Basketball Family, Mike Wise, his co-host Bruce Bernstein and our panel of Tar Heel greats George Karl, George Lynch, and Matt Doherty explain how legendary coach Dean Smith, who was head coach from 1961-1997 had a perfectly aligned moral compass and encouraged all of his players to express their opinions when they felt strongly about them. He was keenly aware that in order for his players to grow as men, they needed th...
Aug 16, 2021•13 min•Ep. 132
In part two of the Mike Wise Show's four part series on the North Carolina Basketball Family, Mike Wise, his co-host Bruce Bernstein and our panel of Tar Heel greats George Karl, George Lynch, and Matt Doherty explain what it's like for people from varied backgrounds with different life experiences to be embraced and molded into a family that established bonds that began when they were teenagers and continued for the rest of their lives. Legendary coach Dean Smith, who was head coach from 1961-1...
Aug 09, 2021•15 min•Ep. 131
In this first episode of our four part series on the North Carolina Basketball Family, we examine how legendary coach Dean Smith took over a scandal ridden team in 1961 and turned it into something far greater than just a basketball program in his 36 years leading the team. Mike Wise, his co-host Bruce Bernstein and our panel of Tar Heel greats George Karl, George Lynch, and Matt Doherty, begin to tell the story of how Coach Smith established a culture on day one and always honored it. Along wit...
Aug 02, 2021•14 min•Ep. 129
Bobby Marks, ESPN's Front Office Insider is an authority on front office strategy, the salary cap, and player evaluation. In this conversation with Bruce Bernstein (filling in for Mike Wise), Bobby shares great insight on which teams will choose the "best available player" and who is likely to draft for specific needs. Bobby also gives a detailed breakdown of likely #1 overall pick Cade Cunningham of Oklahoma State and why he is "The Guy" in this year's draft. Bobby also has opinions on why team...
Jul 26, 2021•36 min•Ep. 130
What was more shocking: A) Milwaukee winning 4 straight games after trailing the NBA Finals 0-2 or B) Giannis Antetokounmpo turning into Stephen Curry at the free throw line? Without question, it's B. On a special "Post-Finals" episode of the Mike Wise Show, Mike and Bruce Bernstein examine how the Bucks pulled off the series win against the Suns. From the brilliance of the Greek Freak to the grit of PJ Tucker, to the calm professionalism of Khris Middleton, to the relentlessness of Jrue Holiday...
Jul 22, 2021•33 min•Ep. 128
Bobby Marks worked in the NBA for 20 years and was the Assistant GM of the Brooklyn Nets for five of them. As ESPN's Front Office Insider, Bobby is an authority on front office strategy, the salary cap, player evaluation, and all of the mind games NBA executives play with each other. In this conversation with Bruce Bernstein (filling in for Mike Wise), Bobby shares great insight on which teams want the "best available player" and which teams draft for specific needs. Bobby also gives a detailed ...
Jul 20, 2021•36 min•Ep. 127
Heading into game three of the NBA Finals, many were writing the obituary for the 2020-'21 Milwaukee Bucks. After going down 0-2 to the the Phoenix Suns, Giannis Antetokounmpo and his suddenly aroused teammates delivered a strong message that Phoenix still had reason to "Fear the Deer." With the Greek Freak leading the way, Milwaukee used two massive runs at the end of the second and third quarters to snuff any dreams of a Phoenix sweep. And with game four scheduled for Wednesday, Milwaukee can ...
Jul 12, 2021•41 min•Ep. 126
The NBA Finals are scheduled to begin on Tuesday July 6th with the Phoenix Suns facing the Milwaukee Bucks. Mike Wise and his producer share their thoughts on how the injury bug has bitten every Suns opponent, but not the Suns. Mike and Bruce also discuss what a championship would mean for Chris Paul and his legacy. And towards the end of the show, they discuss the HBO series "Mare of Easttown" and the impressive performance from star Kate Winslet. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...
Jul 05, 2021•38 min•Ep. 125
Khris Middleton has been seen as "Robin" to Giannis Antetokounpo's "Batman," but Middleton flipped the script on Sunday and Milwaukee couldn't be happier. Trae Young, the breakout star of the playoffs suffered a freak ankle injury when he stepped on referee Sean Wright's foot and he was hobbled the rest of the night. We'll find out on Tuesday if he recovers. Out west, the Suns rode a monster double double from DeAndre Ayton on Saturday to take command against the Clippers and could advance to th...
Jun 28, 2021•39 min•Ep. 124
Larry Brown is without question one of the greatest basketball coaches of all time. The Hall of Famer has coached 9 NBA teams, two ABA teams, and is the only head coach to win an NBA Championship (2004 Detroit Pistons) and an NCAA Championship (Kansas 1988). He has mentored and developed great coaches like Gregg Popovich, John Calipari, Bill Self, and countless others. With all the turmoil and open coaching jobs, who better to bring some perspective and insight to the always spinning NBA coachin...
Jun 21, 2021•53 min•Ep. 123
Adam Schefter of ESPN is the #1 NFL Insider with 8.4 million Twitter followers. But this 1989 Michigan grad has a passion for basketball and classic stories about the sport. At the 9:09 mark, he recalls his senior year in Ann Arbor. It was Glen Rice's dream season w/the Wolverines, winning the NCAA Championship. And it set the stage for all that followed, including the Fab Five. Adam has some great takes and a classic story about current Michigan coach Juwan Howard that very few have heard. At t...
Jun 13, 2021•38 min•Ep. 122
This week Mike Wise does his famous "download" on the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Are the Clippers ready to win it all? Does the NBA need the Nets to advance with their star power? Is Trae Young becoming an all time great right before our eyes? Does Pat Riley really think LeBron James would consider rejoining the Heat? What is next for the Celtics franchise? And is Utah a worthy top overall seed? Lots of big questions and Mike takes all of them on. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr...
Jun 07, 2021•38 min•Ep. 121
Kyrie Irving loves to bring drama wherever he goes. His play has been sensational but his "off the court" actions have inspired lots of debate. Mike & Producer Bruce Bernstein discuss whether Kyrie is intentionally trying to sabotage the Celtics organization with some of his accusations that may influence future free agents considering the Celtics? As for the fans around the league, Kyrie and his teammate Kevin Durant have correctly called out bad behavior regarding the spitting, popcorn tos...
Jun 01, 2021•33 min•Ep. 120
Mike Wise and producer Bruce Bernstein share their thoughts on the first weekend of the NBA Playoffs. Are the Lakers in trouble against Phoenix? Does Trae Young have eyes in the back of his head? Does Luka Doncic have the Clippers' number? And should the Beach Boys do a remake of their hit "Barbara Ann" in honor of Ja Morant? Lots of analysis and laughs on the Mike Wise Show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my...
May 24, 2021•31 min•Ep. 119
Howard Beck of SI.com has some of the best NBA takes anywhere. Howard & Mike preview all the key storylines of the NBA Playoffs, beginning with the Play In games on Tuesday and Wednesday. Are the Suns too inexperienced for a deep playoff run? Does Brooklyn have enough chemistry & defense to win big? Which two first round series are likely to go 7 games? All of this plus Howard's postseason awards picks, and yes, he's a voter. Check us out on the new Mike Wise Show from Pure Hoops Media. ...
May 18, 2021•41 min•Ep. 118
Shaun Powell of NBA.com has covered the league for nearly four decades. But he is so much more than just a sports journalist. He is also a keen observer of the human condition whose nuanced views set an example that all of us should follow. Mike Wise and Shaun discuss the resurgent Knicks, The crew that Shaun has dubbed "The Notorious Big 3" in Brooklyn, the return of superstar big men like Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic, the difficulty of picking just six "All NBA" guards, the perils of the "Play...
May 09, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 117
Brian Scalabrine is the co-host of The Starting Lineup with Frank Isola on Sirius/XM NBA Radio. Scal, a.k.a. "The White Mamba" is also the TV analyst for the Boston Celtics on NBC Sports Boston. His vast knowledge, irreverent takes, and joyful approach to the sport make him one of the most beloved NBA voices in the basketball world. He joins Mike Wise to examine the MVP race, explain why the media and players frequently disagree on the merits of players, and breaks down his own basketball "addic...
May 01, 2021•28 min•Ep. 116
Fran Fraschilla was a successful college basketball coach who became an expert on the international game and has been an analyst at ESPN for nearly 20 years. In addition to calling college games, he is ESPN's NBA Draft expert on talent from around the world. With international players becoming some of the NBA's biggest stars, Fran's role has become more important than ever. On this week's Mike Wise Show, Fran & Mike discuss how non-American players have influenced the game and helped it evol...
Apr 25, 2021•37 min•Ep. 115
Jerry Colangelo has done everything in the world of basketball. The Chicago native played college ball for Illinois, was the youngest general manager in the NBA at age 29, owned the Phoenix Suns and the MLB Arizona Diamondbacks, is Managing Director of USA Basketball, and serves as Chairman of the Basketball Hall of Fame. His stories are rich in detail and include memories involving Jerry West, Michael Jordan, Dean Smith, and even Clint Eastwood. Jerry is one of the most fascinating people in NB...
Apr 20, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 114
