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The Canadian Basketball Show

Libaan Osman
Canadian Basketball
Canada Basketball
NBA
Basketball
Toronto Raptors
NBA Draft
Canada
NCAA
Ryan Nembhard
Global Jam
Olympics
Will Riley
WNBA
Kyshawn George
Toronto
Canadian National Team
FIBA
Miles Sadler
Washington Wizards
College Basketball

Your go-to spot for the latest news, stories and analysis on Canadian basketball. Tune in every Tuesday for exclusive interviews and behind the scenes coverage on basketball in Canada. Hosted by Libaan Osman.

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On this week's episode, host Libaan Osman is joined by WNBA reporter Savanna Hamilton to go behind-the-scenes to training camp of the Toronto Tempo and their historic WNBA debut. We share untold stories from camp, our expectations on the expansion te... more

On this week's episode, Nakissa “Keesa K” Koomalsingh joins the show and takes us through her journey creating Canada's first paid professional women’s basketball league in HoopQueens and discusses the growth of women's basketball in this country. Sh... more

Top Canadian prospect Yousaf Ahmad joins the show this week to detail his journey from an unknown player to taking high school basketball by storm this year and his recent commitment to Josh Schertz and Saint Louis. In the second half of the show, we... more

Canada basketball president and CEO Michael Bartlett joins the show ahead of a busy summer for the organization. He takes us inside the senior men's national team, issuing commitment letters for the next Olympic cycle, addresses the senior women's te... more

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Recent Guests

Savanna Hamilton
Sideline reporter for the Toronto Raptors (Tempo coverage) and Olympic broadcaster/producer for CBC Sports; co-hosts Cinderella Stories
CBC Sports; Cinderella Stories; Tempo coverage
Episode: Inside the Toronto Tempo's training camp and historic WNBA debut
Nakissa Keesa K
HoopQueens CEO, pioneer of Canada's first paid professional women's basketball league
HoopQueens
Episode: Keesa K talks growth of HoopQueens and Canadian women’s basketball landscape
Yousaf Ahmad
Top Canadian prospect, freshman at St. Louis
St. Louis University
Episode: Top Canadian prospect Yousaf Ahmad's journey to the NCAA from Moss Park
Victor Raso
Coach, Ridley College prep basketball program director
Ridley College
Episode: Victor Raso on prep school success and is the Canadian Elite Basketball League in trouble?
Keshaun Saunders
Three-time All-Canadian, former NCAA player in Canada Basketball system
Canada Basketball system / NCAA
Episode: Previewing the All Canadian Games + Harsh realities of prep school basketball
Arash Madani
National sports broadcaster who covered U-sports Final Eight and international events
National sports broadcasting
Episode: How to fix the U Sports Final 8 tournament
Dwayne Washington
Founder of UPlay Canada, basketball development coach
UPlay Canada
Episode: Inside Will Riley, Shaedon Sharpe and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's development with UPlay Canada's Dwayne Washington
Jay Triano
Former NBA head coach, Canadian basketball pioneer
Dallas Mavericks (assistant coach)
Episode: Jay Triano on life as a coach in the NBA
Joe Moussa
National scout at North Pole Hoops
North Pole Hoops
Episode: Should the All Canadian Games selection committee be abolished?

Host

Libaan Osman
Host with deep coverage of Canadian basketball, interviews players, coaches and insiders.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Inside Canada’s Basketball Scene

    A well-rounded podcast that explores every level of basketball in Canada. What I like most is how Libaan blends storytelling with analysis. He brings on players, coaches, scouts, and people working behind the scenes to give listeners a full picture of the Canadian basketball landscape.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Artan R
    Canada6 months ago
  • Canadian Basketball Show

    Great show for fans of basketball in Canada at all levels - from NBA to NCAA to High School - great guests and great host

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bballfollower
    Canada7 months ago
  • Great basketball Pod

    Love the pod, great conversations! Libaan does a great job at bringing the personalities out of the guests which makes for a great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zach46789
    Canada7 months ago
  • Love the show

    Very informative great podcast keep it up 👍🏾

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eli10983
    Canada9 months ago
  • Listen to this podcast!

    Great show. Love the conversation on Canadian basketball. Shoutout Libaan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Weupthescore
    Canada9 months ago

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Audience appreciates the depth on Canadian basketball across levels.
Great guests and host make for a compelling Canadian basketball overview.
A well-rounded podcast that blends storytelling with analysis and behind-the-scenes access.
Very informative and entertaining, with strong guest selection.

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Canada basketball president and CEO Michael Bartlett talks player commitment letters and answers listener questions
Q: What role do coaches and the coaching pool play this summer and beyond?
There will be more coaches involved on the bench and in development sessions, with a clear emphasis on integrating a broader coaching pool while adhering to federation rules about bench size.
Canada basketball president and CEO Michael Bartlett talks player commitment letters and answers listener questions
Q: What is the strategy around three-year commitments and selections for camp rosters?
The team plans to select a committed group midway through May and shape summer rosters in June, prioritizing continuity and ensuring players are available for at least some windows while accommodating professional obligations.
Top Canadian prospect Yousaf Ahmad's journey to the NCAA from Moss Park
Q: What message would you give to younger players from downtown who look up to your story?
Stay disciplined, put in the work, and seek the right guidance; if you love the game and are willing to sacrifice, you can rise from tough beginnings to reach the highest levels.
Top Canadian prospect Yousaf Ahmad's journey to the NCAA from Moss Park
Q: How do you see your role evolving once you get to campus and compete in the A10?
I can contribute as a versatile guard who can play on and off the ball, bring leadership, and improve my strength and decision-making to adapt to a faster, NBA-style system.
Top Canadian prospect Yousaf Ahmad's journey to the NCAA from Moss Park
Q: What was the decisive moment that pushed you to commit to St. Louis?
The visit solidified the fit; the coaching staff's development plan and the sense of belonging convinced me that St. Louis was the right place to grow as a player.

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A Canada-focused basketball podcast that blends storytelling with analysis across the Canadian basketball ecosystem, from youth and college to the pro ranks and national teams. Episodes frequently feature players, coaches, scouts, and industry insiders, discussing development pathways, NIL dynamics, recruitment, and the evolving landscape of Canadian basketball. Noteworthy are deep dives into grassroots origins, owner/exec perspectives, and how the national program is evolving, making it a practical listen for fans, aspiring athletes, and industry professionals seeking actionable insights and behind-the-scenes context.

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Recent guests on The Canadian Basketball Show include:

1. Savanna Hamilton
2. Nakissa Keesa K
3. Yousaf Ahmad
4. Victor Raso
5. Keshaun Saunders
6. Arash Madani
7. Dwayne Washington
8. Jay Triano

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