Run Your Race

The crew welcomes Rob Covington to the show for a real conversation about his journey to the NBA. He reflects on how he got started in basketball and the importance of staying on the right path despite challenges. Rob opens up about navigating basketball politics, earning college opportunities, and going through the draft process. He shares insight on “The Process” era and his time in Houston, along with some of his favorite NBA moments. The conversation highlights the sacrifices required to sustain a career and closes with thoughts on the impact and legacy of Kobe Bryant on his journey.
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The crew welcomes Marcus Spears to the show for a powerful conversation about his journey from humble beginnings to the highest level of football. Marcus reflects on his upbringing and the moment he had to choose between sports, emphasizing the importance of accountability early in his career. He breaks down his college journey at LSU, including the impact of Coach Nick Saban and transitioning positions to reach his full potential. Marcus shares what it took to make it to the NFL and how that experience shaped him beyond the game. The episode closes with insights on life after football and the importance of family.
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The crew welcomes Hunter Dickinson to the show for an in-depth conversation about his basketball journey and the evolving college game. Hunter reflects on the NC vs. DMV hoops culture, how he first started playing, and the inspirations that shaped his goals. He discusses his time with Takeover, memorable coaching moments, and the recruiting process that led to major college offers. Hunter revisits the McDonald’s All-American experience and his decision to attend Michigan, before opening up about leaving the program and navigating today’s changing college landscape. The conversation dives into NIL and player empowerment before wrapping with rapid-fire questions that reveal his personality.
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The crew welcomes DeAndre’ Bembry to the show for an honest and engaging conversation about his basketball journey. Bembry reflects on his upbringing and early days hooping in North Carolina, detailing how his competitive environment shaped his game. He breaks down the recruiting process, college offers, and the experiences that defined his college career. DeAndre’ opens up about draft-night struggles, adjusting to the G League dynamic, and the realities of fighting for a place in the NBA. He shares stories from his professional journey, including memories from a wild Nets roster, before closing the episode with rapid-fire questions that showcase his personality and perspective.
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The crew welcomes Langston to the show for a deep, honest conversation about his basketball journey. He opens up about his upbringing and early experiences playing overseas before breaking down the college recruiting process and the offers that shaped his path. Langston walks through his transition into college basketball, the emotions of draft night, and the reality of starting out in the G League. He reflects on competing in a Suns playoff series, experiencing the NBA Finals atmosphere, and eventually making the move back overseas. The episode closes with rapid-fire questions that reveal Langston’s personality, perspective, and lessons learned from a career built on resilience and adaptability.
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