1-on-1 with basketball network by Basketball Network
The latest episode of 1-ON-1 with Basketball Network featured Walt aka. 'The Wizard' Williams. Selected as the 7th pick in the 1992 NBA Draft by the Sacramento Kings, Walt ended up having a very solid 11-year NBA career, averaging well over double digits while playing with some of the best players in the game.
We sat down with the current head coach of NBA G-League's South Bay Lakers — Coby Karl. Growing up as the son of famous NBA coach George Karl, Coby talks about his passion for basketball, being a professional basketball player, and the experience he got playing alongside Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. Coby also touched upon the influence of Phil Jackson and Karl Sr. on his coaching career.
We sat down with former NBA player Geert Hammink. Born in the Netherlands, Geert was heavily involved in tennis and swimming as a youngster. After a growth spurt at the age of 14, he switched to basketball and made a name for himself with the national team. Geert received a lot of interest from many NCAA schools and several European clubs after being the leading scorer in the 1988 European championship — but he ultimately decided to commit to LSU. Following his college career, Geert had a brief NBA stint with the Orlando Magic and Golden State Warriors. Hammink eventually returned to Europe, where he had a lot of success in Germany and Greece. Today, Geert is the head coach of ZZ Leiden in the 1st Dutch Basketball League.
In this episode of 1-ON-1 with Basketball Network, we will be talking to former NBA player, All Star, Olympic Gold Medalist, accomplished businessman and philanthropist — Michael Redd.
Former NBA scout Antonio Williams joined Stephen for another episode of 1-ON-1 with Basketball Network. Antonio gave us a deeper insight into the world of NBA scouting and talked about his tenure as the Suns' basketball scout, explaining the organization's first-round selections over the span. He also evaluated the hottest prospects in the league today, giving us his predictions for the 20/21 NBA season.
Former NBA champion, all-star, and defensive player of the year, Metta World Peace, joined Harry for another 1-ON-1 with BASKETBALL NETWORK. Metta talked about life after basketball, new business ventures, playing his best basketball in Indiana, and his legacy as one of the best defensive wingmen in the history of the game.
Current head coach of the G-League Stockton Kings, Tyrone Ellis, joined Will for 1-ON-1 with Basketball Network. Ty had a great career in Europe where he also played for the Georgian national team and help them reach Division A of Eurobasket.
Former NBA and longtime EuroLeague player, Alex Acker, joins Stephen for another episode of 1-ON-1 with BASKETBALL NETWORK.
European basketball legend and Hall-of-Famer, Dino Rađa, joins Harry for another episode of 1-ON-1 with Basketball Network.
We had the opportunity to sit down with 6-time NBA All-Star Shawn Kemp and talk about his new Cannabis business and the use of Cannabis-related products among NBA players today.
NBA coaching legend George Karl came by the show! George talked about playing under Dean Smith and the impact Coach Smith had on his career. He briefly touched upon his pro playing career and explained why he retired at 26. Karl also shared some of his favorite moments while coaching Real Madrid, like going through training camp with Dražen Petrović and driving his Porsche during his first year in Spain.
Basketball legend Rick Barry came by the show! Rick needs no introduction, but for those of you who need a reminder — ABA Champion, NBA Champion, Hall of Famer, 12-time-All-Star, top 50 player, the only player ever to lead the NCAA, ABA and NBA in points in a season and so much more.
Jusuf Nurkić aka. The Bosnian Beast stopped by the show and discussed the NBA Finals, the Orlando bubble experience and the importance of staying healthy next year to battle for that #1 spot in the West.
Ganon Baker, world-renown basketball skills coach, sat down with Harry and talked about his beginnings, how he started by giving out business cards and challenging players 1-ON-1 to running Ganon Baker Basketball — one of the most established basketball services companies, sponsored by Nike and responsible for training over 15,000 players & coaches every year.
We sat down with Danny Manning — 1988 NCAA champion with the Jayhawks, the all-time leading scorer in Kansas basketball history, #1 pick of the 1988 NBA draft, 16-year NBA veteran and 2-time All-Star.
We talked to Bryant Stith — University of Virginia all-time leading scorer, a member of the 1990 Team USA, retired NBA player and current assistant coach for Old Dominion University.
NBA Champion and 3rd pick of the 1987 NBA draft, Dennis Hopson, chats with Harry Volarevic about all things basketball. Hopson explains why he would've been more selfish if he had another shot at the league and talks about the instability surrounding the Nets franchise during his time there.
NBA Champion, Dorell Wright talks to Harry Volarevic about getting drafted straight out of high school and some of the biggest WOW moments during his rookie year. He opens up about the influence of basketball legend Pat Riley, along with a few anecdotes during his Miami years. Dorell shares what went wrong after winning the championship in '06 and talks about the influence Alonzo Mourning & Gary Payton had on his career.
José Calderón, aka. 'Numero Ocho' talks to Harry Volarevic about transitioning from basketball, his new role with the NBPA, Harvard Business School experience, and financial literacy among younger players. Calderón shares his favorite moments from the golden generation of team Spain, talks about his NBA years and playing alongside Chris Bosh, Carmelo Anthony, LeBron James, Dirk Nowitzki and Dwyane Wade.
Dāvis Bertāns on his decision not to play in Orlando, his emergence with the Washington Wizards, the secret behind being a good shooter, his impending free agency, European midnight curfew, and much more...
