NBA Pulse with Sarah Kustok

Vince reacts to the Cavs win over the Celtics at the Top of the East, and the Rockets win vs. the Thunder at the Top of the West. He says it is getting close to Panic Time in Philly, and gives his picks for NBA MVP, discussing SGA, Jayson Tatum and Anthony Davis. Then Vince gets into his thoughts on the proposed changes to the All-Star Game and what he would like to see with the Dunk Contest format and participants this season. Vince also discusses the Flag Planting issues in College Football over the Rivalry weekend, and how he would react if another team tried to stop on the Tar Heels logo!

Vince gives the behind the scenes stories from his emotional Hall of Fame induction ceremony and his dramatic jersey retirement in Toronto. Vince addresses the Meme of his reaction to his banner going into the rafters for the Raptors. He also talks about the teams he is most impressed with this season so far like the Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors, as well as the interesting dynamic between LeBron and Anthony Davis on the Lakers.

Vince reacts to the Paris Olympics, Team USA winning the Gold Medal with incredible performances from Steph Curry, LeBron James and Kevin Durant. He gives the biggest key to what Team USA needs to do to win gold again in LA 2028.

Plus, the impressive showing from the USA Women's Team, A'ja Wilson, Kelsey Plum and Kahleah Copper coming up big down the stretch vs France.

Vince also takes some time to talk about his experience as a parent of young athletes and gives some advice for parents dealing with kids playing competitive sports. 

How did the NBA become…well, the NBA? On this final episode of NBA DNA, Hannah digs into the magic behind the scenes, featuring interviews with Bob Costas, Willow Bay, Isiah Thomas, and others. Former NBA Entertainment boss Don Sperling walks us through how the league went from tape-delayed games of the 80s to the mega successes of the 90s and beyond. Plus, the incredible legacy of David Stern, the creation of Inside Stuff, and how the league forever changed the landscape for professional athletes and fans.