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Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons

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Audience: 5~312 on YouTube

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Our podcast 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 greatness to help settle debates about players from different eras. Whether we are comparing LaMelo Ball to Jason Williams, Giannis Antetokounmpo to Shawn Kemp, or eventually, Michael Jordan to LeBron James, each episode brings out aspects of player careers that will raise eyebrows.HOSTS: Uriah Young, Lucas Johnson, Ben Franczuszki, and Maurice HugginsWe also compare NBA categories on special episodes such as dunk contests, draft classes, and rivalries.Enjoy our show and don't forget to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform! You can also follow us on our social media for updates!WEBSITE: NBAnowandthen.comTwitter (X): @NBA_NowandThenInstagram: nba_nowandthen_podYoutube: @NBA_NowandThen*Partnership with BetstampAlways get the best value when sports betting https://signupexpert.com/nbant (21+

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What is Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons about?

Our podcast 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 greatness to help settle debates about players from different eras.

What has Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Mt. Rushmore 1990s Shooting Guards" (14 June 2026, 41 minutes), "Special Episode: Most Intriguing NBA Player Relationships | Past & Present" (7 June 2026, 46 minutes), and "Season 3 Bloopers: Part 3" (31 May 2026, 11 minutes).

How often does Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons publish?

Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 60 minutes across 119 episodes.

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Booking probability for Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons's contact route on record: verified email.

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  • Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons

    Mt. Rushmore 1990s Shooting Guards

    Jun 14, 202641 minS3

    <p>Most NBA fans overlook how the golden era of 90s shooting guards was defined by legendary battles, game-changing moments, and star-studded rivalries. In this episode of Basketball Now and Then, Uriah, Maurice, and...

  • Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons

    Special Episode: Most Intriguing NBA Player Relationships | Past & Present

    Jun 7, 202646 minS3

    <p>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...

  • Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons

    Season 3 Bloopers: Part 3

    May 31, 202611 minS3

    <p>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.</p><p>In our season 3, we've compared...

  • Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons

    "He Got Game" Movie review

    May 24, 20261h 16mS3

    <p>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...

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    S3.E56 | DeMar DeRozan & Joe Johnson

    May 17, 20261h 39mS3

    <p>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...

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    Special Guest: Dr. Tommy Rhee

    May 10, 202628 minS3

    <p>Most NBA fans have seen star players go down with injuries that seem to come out of nowhere. But what if many of these injuries could be better understood, prevented, or even accelerated using cutting-edge sports...

  • Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons

    Legends of the Game: Ben Wallace & Nate Thurmond

    May 3, 20261h 41mS3

    <p>Most basketball fans underestimate how legendary defensive giants Ben Wallace and Nate Thurmond truly are. Wallace, a four-time Defensive Player of the Year and Hall of Famer, transformed the Pistons' identity with...

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    Special Guest: Scoop B.

    Apr 29, 202641 minS3

    <p>In this can’t-miss 50-40-90 interview from Basketball Now & Then, we sit down with NBA insider Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson.</p><p>Scoop B pulls back the curtain on his rise in the industry, sharing the real grind it...

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    Special Guest: A.M. Pfeffer

    Apr 26, 202641 minS3

    <p>In this 50-40-90 episode, Uriah Young sits down with A. M. Pfeffer, co-host of Beyond the Surface, to unpack the major shift in modern sports media from objective analysis to emotionally driven narratives and hot...

  • Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons

    Special Guest: Luke Epplin

    Apr 22, 202646 minS3

    <p>In this 50-40-90 interview, we welcome author Luke Epplin for a deep dive into his book, Moses and The Doctor.</p><p>Our conversation traces the electric evolution of basketball in the 1970s, when playground courts...

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    S3.E55 | Jrue Holiday & Gary Payton, Sr.

    Apr 19, 20261h 44mS3

    <p>Episode 55 of Basketball Now & Then locks in on elite perimeter defense with a gritty guard comparison between Gary Payton and Jrue Holiday, two players who built their reputations on toughness, intelligence, and...

  • Basketball Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons

    Special Guest: Neil Boyle

    Apr 15, 202642 minS3

    <p>Most animation fans and film insiders still marvel at how Space Jam seamlessly blends live action and animation—30 years later, its impact remains unmatched. Neil Boyle, the supervising animator behind that iconic...

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    Season 3 Bloopers: Part 2

    Apr 12, 202614 minS3

    <p>Check out our latest blooper reel, where the mumbles and stumbles take the stage for your enjoyment. Thanks for listening. More comparison episodes on the way, starting next week!</p><p>🛒 Shop the official NBA 🏀...

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    S3.E54 | Mike Conley, Jr. & Andre Miller

    Apr 5, 20261h 39mS3

    <p>Episode 54 of Basketball Now & Then highlights a steady, cerebral point guard comparison between Mike Conley Jr. and Andre Miller, two guards who built their careers on intelligence, control, and consistency. No...

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    Legends of the Game: John Stockton & Bob Cousy

    Mar 29, 20261h 27mS3

    <p>Most underrated point guards? Not quite. Discover how John Stockton and Bob Cousy revolutionized basketball with their unmatched playmaking, despite playing in different eras. Stockton’s record-breaking assist totals...

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    Special Guest: Kenan Kamwana Holley

    Mar 22, 202641 minS3

    <p>Most basketball fans are familiar with the NBA's glitz and glamour, but the legendary stories of the ABA's revolutionary players and the sport's untold history often remain in the shadows. In this episode, two-time...

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    S3.E53 | Zach Edey & Yao Ming

    Mar 15, 20261h 28mS3

    <p>Episode 53 of Basketball Now & Then towers above the rest with a massive center comparison between Zach Edey and Yao Ming, two giants who dominate through size, touch, and presence in the paint. Height that changes...

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    “Coach Carter” Movie Review

    Mar 8, 20261h 18mS3

    <p>On this episode of Hoops on Film, from Basketball Now & Then and 19 Media Group, we explore the legacy of the film 'Coach Carter'. Ben Franczuszki, Reggie Ponder, Warren Shaw, and Uriah Young look into its themes of...

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    S3.E52 | Darius Garland & Kevin Johnson

    Mar 1, 20261h 25mS3

    <p>Episode 52 of Basketball Now & Then spotlights a dynamic point guard comparison between Darius Garland and Kevin Johnson, two guards who blend speed, scoring, and playmaking to keep defenses on edge. Quick first...

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    Mt. Rushmore 1990s Centers

    Feb 22, 202634 minS3

    <p>In this episode of Basketball Now and Then, Uriah, Maurice, and Ben engage in a lively discussion about the top centers of the 1990s, exploring their rankings, statistics, and impact on the game. They debate who...

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