Desmond Powell was the kid with the grandest NBA dreams and in 2017 he developed a similar obsession with Hip-Hop. Born in '98 with a soul that seems older, he knew basketball and Hip-Hop have went hand-in-hand for years, but realized that there has never been a platform that combined both simultaneously, so he decided to create it. With its name inspired by the famous Lord Finesse song, this podcast is for you: the basketball junkie AND Hip-Hop head. The goal is simple: Desmond wants you to remember why you loved both in the first place and more importantly, realize that Hip 2 Da Games is not just a podcast, it's a lifestyle.
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Signup to Generate a PitchDesmond Powell was the kid with the grandest NBA dreams and in 2017 he developed a similar obsession with Hip-Hop. Born in '98 with a soul that seems older, he knew basketball and Hip-Hop have went hand-in-hand for years, but realized that there has never been a platform that combined both simultaneously, so he decided to create it.
Recent episodes include "Not Goodbye, But See You Later" (27 January 2026, 20 minutes), "NBA All-Star 2026: LeBron's Starter SNUB, Two Raptors Better Than One, and the WILD West" (20 January 2026, 63 minutes), and "How Trae Young Helps the Wizards + 3 Teams Who Exceeded My Expectations" (13 January 2026, 48 minutes).
Hip 2 Da Games publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 74 minutes across 136 episodes.
Booking probability for Hip 2 Da Games is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Hip 2 Da Games requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Hip 2 Da Games's contact route on record: verified email.
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In a special edition of Hip 2 Da Games, Desmond announces a pivot in his podcast journey and introduces the all-new NBA centric show that he will focus on moving forward: The Mid-Post. In this brief episode, Dez shares...
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Today, Desmond shares his selections for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game! He evaluates how accurate his East & West starters were compared to the NBA's official announcement and reveals his preferences for the reserves. From...
After a two month break, Desmond is BACK to discuss how Trae Young fills a noticeable void with the Wizards and how the Hawks' abundance of floor spacers benefits Jalen Johnson. Additionally, Dez reflects on his...
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In a shorter episode, Dez gives his picks and predictions for the 2026 GRAMMYs Rap categories: Best Rap Album, Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance, and Best Melodic Rap Performance. He evaluates each nominee's chances...
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In today's episode, Desmond uses the ESPN Trade Machine to illustrate how he would help the Houston Rockets resolve their point guard dilemma and the Sacramento Kings improve defensively. Additionally, he praises the...
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In a special edition of Hip 2 Da Games, Dez is joined by his twin, Devaughn, as they discuss and celebrate the release of Desmond's first ever Hip-Hop project Open Gym . In fact, Devaughn takes the role of being the...
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Desmond returns to the show this week to discuss five of the most intriguing storylines that will unfold over the course of the upcoming NBA season. He shares his thoughts on the Houston Rockets' point guard situation...
Desmond takes the transparent route for today's episode as he uses four sets of lyrics to vent and express the ways each sequence has resonated with him recently as opposed to when he heard them for the first time. With...
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With the NBA gradually preparing for training camps and preseason hoops, Desmond is looking ahead to the regular season and shares his predictions for how the standings could shape up in each conference. Who takes the...
Desmond is back this week with his eleventh album breakdown as he dives into what is arguably considered Kendrick Lamar's best album, To Pimp A Butterfly . Dez takes you on a journey unpacking the album's themes of...
Desmond is back this week with his eleventh album breakdown as he dives into what is arguably considered Kendrick Lamar's best album, To Pimp A Butterfly . Dez takes you on a journey unpacking the album's themes of...
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Desmond returns this week with another edition of "You Had To Be There," where he is joined by 19 Media Group teammate Tyler McDowell-Blanken. Tyler sticks to his Arizona roots and makes H2DG history by giving flowers...
It's the NBA offseason which means "You Had To Be There" episodes return! Today, Dez invites Derrick Myers, Celtics fan and owner of On the Sidelines Media to the show to give flowers to one of the most unique & special...
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Dez puts his spin on an offseason/free agency recap in true Hip 2 Da Games fashion---a Hip-Hop-inspired awards show! Find out which team he believes experienced the most improvement, which players were the most...
In a loaded episode, Desmond returns with a recap of the NBA Finals detailing how the OKC Thunder (barely) defeated the Indiana Pacers and the ways each franchise can improve to get back to the big stage. Then, he...
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With the NBA Finals set to tip off tomorrow night, Desmond shares his thoughts on all things Thunder & Pacers including: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's leadership, the importance of Jalen Williams' aggression, OKC's old...
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Today, Dez continues his Playoff analysis by recapping the semifinals matchups and previewing the upcoming Conference Finals series between the New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers & the Minnesota Timberwolves vs...
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Desmond follows up H2DG's loaded Playoff Preview sharing some of his big takeaways from the first round matchups. He discusses the strategies that failed the Milwaukee Bucks in their series against the Pacers, the...
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THEY'RE BACK! Returning for the 2025 NBA Playoffs, Dez is joined by his twin Devaughn and friend Johnny for the 4th edition of the H2DG NBA Playoff Preview. They were each assigned four teams (two from each conference)...
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In this episode, Desmond analyzes some of the NBA Playoff matchups that are likely to manifest this year: the Detroit Pistons vs. New York Knicks, the Indiana Pacers vs. the Milwaukee Bucks, and the variety of scenarios...
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