Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons
Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest ComparisonsHosted by Uriah Young, Lucas Johnson, Maurice Huggins, and Ben Franczuszki, Basketball Now and Then peels back layers of player backgrounds, statistics, accolades, and teammates to reveal similarities and distinctions of NBA stars. Our discussions bridge past and present NBA eras and connect generations of basketball fans from around the world. Whether we are comparing LaMelo Ball to Jason William... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 120 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Sports NewsSportsBasketballNews | |||
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From legendary friendships to heated rivalries, this episode of Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons dives into the most intriguing relationships in NBA history and today’s game. Uriah Young, Lucas Johnson, and Zach Ciavolella explore the ... more
Welcome back to Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons, with Uriah Young, Maurice Huggins, and Lucas Johnson. No Ben in this episode as his schedule has been quite busy.
In our season 3, we've compared eras and told the stories behind the g... more
Most films about basketball focus solely on the game. This one dives deep into the complex world behind the scenes. Spike Lee's He Got Game is a layered exploration of talent, ambition, family, and exploitation that still resonates today. Hosts Uriah... more
DeMar DeRozan and Joe Johnson may come from different eras, but their games feel like mirror images—defined by mid-range mastery, clutch scoring, and quiet dominance. In this episode, we explore how both players rose from difficult environments to be... more
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No rage bait media here this is for the real basketball heads.
Apple Podcasts5Dansley15
United States9 months ago - Great podcast
I was a guest in this podcast and enjoyed every minute of it. The guys know their MBA history, are well prepared, and come up with great topics to make each show entertaining. They come up with some of the best historical player comparisons I’ve ever heard. I love this pod!
Apple Podcasts5pailieknepUnited Statesa year ago - The perfect pod for NBA fans old and new
Love this pod and the work all the hosts do. From the player comparisons to the insightful guests, this is the perfect podcast for NBA fans from any era, old or new.
Apple Podcasts5ZBLSUnited Statesa year ago - Top tier podcast
The basketball knowledge of this group is elite, having the versatility to cover the past and current generations of the NBA without bias is very impressive. Great breakdown of stats, tendencies and accolades while having engaging conversations this podcast is great for basketball enthusiasts
Apple Podcasts5Jeff AxelUnited States2 years ago - Basketball Heads Rejoice!
Great hoops pod for the real basketball heads. Recency bias and hyperbole makes most major media basketball talk borderline unbearable. These guys know their stuff and tell it like it is! Love the show 5 stars
Apple Podcasts5Bruce ThrillisUnited States2 years ago
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Basketball Now & Then centers on side-by-side comparisons of NBA stars, digging into backgrounds, statistics, accolades, and teammate dynamics to reveal similarities and differences across eras. Episodes pair legends and contemporary players, weighing chemistry, championships, and front-office/context to understand why certain duos or groups stand out. The show consistently brings nostalgia, data-driven insights, and engaging anecdotes, with occasional special episodes exploring dunk contests, draft classes, and rivalries. It's likely to appeal to listeners who crave deep basketball analysis, era-spanning discussions, and accessible storytelling that connects past and present generations while maintaining a fun, conversational vibe.
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