The Breakdown Chills Out With Donyell Marshall

Dave and Audley get caught up with former UCONN great, Donyell Marshall.

The former Toronto Raptor stops by to discuss many things including the time he hit an NBA single game record-tying 12 treys against the Sixers plus he'll reflect on his 2007 journey to the NBA Finals with LeBron and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Click here to listen to the entire interview.

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The Wright Way - No Chaser #5

By: Sharone Wright
Sharone Wright was an All-state performer at Macon's Southwest high school as a McDonald's All-American. He played basketball for 3 years in the prestigious ACC conference at Clemson University where he is one of it's top 10 all-time players. Sharone was drafted 6th overall by Philadelphia in 1994 and also played for the Toronto Raptors. After 5 years in the NBA, he went to Europe as a player for 7 years and now coaches.

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I WISH

It’s high time for me to get something that I want and by all means I’m going to. See I am one of those who gives gives and gives until I can’t give anymore. Every year about this time I start feeling guilty about giving too much. So I thought I’d give the NBA world my wish list.

Gosh darn it I feel that I deserve it!!!!

First. These are the things that I want to happen with regards to things that are going on right now.

1st off read my lips! Leave Cam Newton alone!!!!!!!

I’m a former NCAA Div 1 basketball player (and a good one I might add hehehe). You work all 4 years for an institute of learning. Your athletic jersey is sold in every store within a 60 miles radius of the school. In some cases all over the world. They make millions and sometimes with certain athletes, billions of dollars. For example, I live in LA. In the LAX airport you can still get an Ed and Charles O’Bannon UCLA jersey or a Reggie Bush #5 jersey. All three for more than 60 bucks a piece. That’s ridiculous!! I wish college players were paid.

2nd. I'd like for David Stern to understand that he will never is able to cut the salaries of the players. Our game is world wide and the owners respectfully are making a heckava lot of money. Remember they were the ones who started the max out contracts and awarding guys all of this money.

Even for guys who had no business getting it. It’s their fault for this threat of a Lockout this summer. They in my opinion brought this on themselves. I really think that with the growth of the NBA in the last 20 years, it would take a huge hit if there were a lockout this summer or at anytime. The league can’t survive that. I mean it would go on but it would be horrible for the league and its fans. Let’s find a way to fix this. It’s my wish!!!! (In my Samuel L. Jackson Voice).

3rd. I'd like a little respect for Eric Gordon. Have you seen how great he is playing? He’s like Vinny Johnson, Kevin Johnson (your mayorship) and Mitch Richmond all rolled into one. I love his intensity and his scoring touch. He hasn’t stopped anyone defensively but for sure he’s scored in bunches. A wise man would say probably that when or if Baron Davis returns, Gordon’s numbers will decrease but I don’t think so.

I think he’s earned the touches and the time on the court. Time will tell if this is because overall he’s a beast or that it’s because Davis isn’t on the court demanding the ball all of the time. I’m just saying I love the kid's game. Maybe its he that will finally bring the Clips some respect. Lord knows Michael Olowokandi couldn’t do it.

4th. Remember that song for Christmas that goes “All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth"? Well all I want for Christmas is to see Dwight Howard and some of the other centers and forwards make solid moves in the paint area. I’m sick of seeing these guys walk turnaround and shoot the ball or make free throw line jump shots for their career. I absolutely hate it. That’s why I love Tim Duncan and always have.

Since the first time I saw him when I played against him in college, he’s been a fundamental dream. What happened to The NBA center? Bring him back. Somebody outlaw the jump shooting bigs.

From now on that’s a man law.

5th. Lord please bless Portland Center Greg Oden. What must this young man be thinking in his mind right now? He’s had crazy bad luck in his young career after being chosen first in the NBA draft some years ago. This young man needs our prayers right now. I know how it is to be injured and not being able to give your all. It’s like Brandy felt the other night on DWTS. Oden each time he’s had an injury, worked his butt off to get back so no one can question his work ethic. But you know some will call him a bum or a bust. I believe a bum or a bust is when you don’t give it your all or you don’t care about the game.

Greg Oden has worked hard and doesn’t deserve that. Fans are brutal sometimes. I think it’s mostly because truthfully they all wanted to play pro sports at some point and when they don’t get that chance or aren’t good enough, they hate the ones that make it. I’ve seen this many times. A young kid like Oden can make this ok if he keeps coming back. Keep it going Greg. I see you.

6th. I wish Lebron had gone to New York. Nuff said.

7th. I hope Tony Parker can find his wallet because after this divorce he won’t have a wallet. Can you say Cha---- Ching!!!!!!!!!!!!!

8th. I wish I had gone to Las Vegas to bet on the New Orleans for the first 10 games of the year. I'd be a billionaire right now. Then I'd really is singing that awful "Billionaire" song by Travis McCoy and Bruno Mars.

I felt like the additions of Ariza and Monty William's coaching would serve them well but who knew that they would jump out throwing bows and kicking Butt the way that they have. I guess Chris Paul will be there for a while. Nothing cures your woes like winning.

Last but not least I want to throw a couple of names out at my under 35 crew of readers. See if you can really identify with these names.

1.Lenny Bias

2.Reggie Lewis

3.Hank Gathers

4.Bobby Phils

5.Jason Collier

6.Manute Bol

7.Drazen Petrovic

8.Lorenzen Wright

This Thanksgiving and Christmas I’m thankful to have played against, met, played with or admired these guys. They are gone but for sure not forgotten. R.I.P.

Remember to box out and follow your shot.

One love.

SW

What's The Answer?

Allen Iverson, without question is a first ballot hall of famer who'll go down in league history as one of the most dominant little men to step foot on an NBA court.

His accomplishments are a mile long but according to a recent story on ESPN.com, the Georgetown product is currently without an NBA squad to play for this upcoming season.

That in itself, is shocking when you consider everything he's done throughout his playing career.

So in this week's segment of "Don't Listen to Him, Listen To Me", we ask the question, should the little guy hang up the sneakers and call it a career?

Here's what The NBA Breakdown crew have to say!

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Do You Wanna Laugh?

If there's one common theme of The NBA Breakdown from this past season, it had to be the big laughs.

Sure we had awesome contests, cool prizes and big name guests but the laughs just didn't stop!

So as a treat, Dave and I thought it would be fun to reflect back on just a few of the funnier moments from Season II and share them with you here.

But be forewarned, the surgeon general states that by listening to this hilarious stuff, people are known to suffer from uncontrollable laughter, shortness of breath and loss of balance.

So pull up a chair, grab a bowl of popcorn and enjoy as we take you down memory lane one last time!

Click here to listen to the Funniest Moments of The NBA Breakdown.

It's A Bit of A Western Theme Folks?!?

That's right!

Dave and I have put together a jam packed episode filled with top quality guests and good wholesome fun sprinkled with a bit of a Western twang to it.

And while we won't be tackling any bucking broncos, it's a ride you definitely don't want to miss!



We start out west in Los Angeles with our pal and bud, Rey from The No Look Pass to get us caught up with the Lakers and Clippers. Plus, you'll hear all about his Chronicles of Crotty podcast.



Then we'll stop in on the Wild Cowboy himself, Sadat X of 90's hip hop group, Brand Nubian. Not only does Sadat fill us in on his new album Wild Cowboys II, he also shares which current NBA players he pegged to go pro before they even joined the league.



And then finally, the last stop in our Western road trip takes us to San Antonio where we check in on sharpshooter and three point specialist, Roger Mason Jr. He's got a whole bunch of stuff on his plate, the guy's simply a Renaissance Man!

And he's always up for more Twitter followers too - check him out here.



So join us this Sunday at 9pm EST on the show that continually brings hoops talk, the way it should be!

It's The NBA Breakdown y'all - YEEEEE-HAW!!!

(Sorry, I couldn't resist)

The NBA Breakdown Weekly Recap #12

Join The NBA Breakdown this week as we take a look back at the that was and welcome Chris Bosh back into the fray.

CB4 was out with a bad ankle and we weren't the only ones glad to see him back.



We learn that Stephen Jackson is a real sensitive guy.



What does Gerald Wallace think about his team as far as the playoffs go?



And Big Z has his feelings hurt.



All this week on The NBA Breakdown!

The Dog Is Out!

What's up y'all!!

As always, the next episode of The NBA Breakdown promises to be full of energy, a whole lot of octane and some big time fun!

So to help us out, Dave and I have called on the services of one of the most dynamic, electric and exciting dudes to ever play north of the border.

Of course, I'm talking about our pal, Mr. Jerome Williams AKA the Junk Yard Dog.



JYD openly and honestly shares what it was like to play in Toronto back in the day and if that wasn't enough, this Georgetown product shares his thoughts on why the team wasn't able to beat the 76er's in that thrilling 7 game series back in the 2001 playoffs.



Listen to JYD by clicking here.

Our buddy PHD Steve from Raptors Republic also rolls through to talk about the team and what their playoff aspirations might be.



PHD Steve can be heard by clicking here.

If you hear barking at the door, don't be afraid - come on in!

It's The NBA Breakdown - The place where you always get hoops talk, the way it should be!

Q&A With Bounce Magazine

BOUNCE is the grassroots basketball magazine. Born from the playground, they exist for players around the world, on every level.



Guest blogger, Peter Robert Casey caught up with me to chat about how Dave and I started The NBA Breakdown and all things related.

Check out the interview here.

It's All-Star Time!!!!

How's it going everybody?!!!

Are you pumped for the All-Star festivities in Dallas this weekend? Well, we at The NBA Breakdown are definitely psyched. We'll be talking nothing but All-Star stuff this Sunday at 9pm ET! Joining us in the fun, will be a great friend to the show, Toronto hoops writer and all around cool dude, Duane Watson.

This big time episode will also feature Golden State Warriors shooting guard, Anthony Morrow. He'll tell us his feelings about being a part of this year's Rookie/Sophomore game plus his thoughts about his teammate, Stephen Curry.

Click here to listen to the interview.

If you want to find out how you can check out Curry and Morrow during the regular season, you can buy Warriors tickets right here.

Alright, we'll catch up with you guys on Sunday night!