Welcome to The Intersection

The Green Light Podcast official Newsletter

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Paul O'Connor
October 14, 2022

Welcome to the first edition of The Intersection, The Green Light podcast official monthly (maybe eventually weekly) newsletter getting you caught up on all things hoops. Expect to see/read/watch hoop highlights from the past few weeks. Consistent and passionate making fun of the University of No Classes. And of course episodes from The Green Light. Let's get into it.

Latest from The Green Light

The Green Light - Episode 116 Feat. David Moats (Boise State Men's Basketball - Director of Recruiting)

Listen to this episode from The Green Light on Spotify. Paul and Ian welcome David Moats, Director of Recruiting at Boise State Men's Basketball, to talk about his his extraordinary success with Billy Donovan and the Florida Gators, the rise of Boise State under Leon Rice, and the top-to-bottom strength of the Mountain West Conference. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-green-light/support

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ZfO0obJhOUR7AAS7ShyeZ?si=r9JxFs_CT-22A1JrI20x6g

The Green Light - Episode 115 Feat. Jon Cremins (James Madison University Men's Basketball - Assistant Coach)

Listen to this episode from The Green Light on Spotify. Paul and Ian welcome Jon Cremins to the podcast to discuss his journey through collegiate coaching, how NIL has impacted the recruiting landscape, and James Madison's Men's Basketball resurgence amid conference realignment. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-green-light/support

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4egvEBAkAjI7GHVxOSkSmr?si=odfeN5yFRtWZDxCSjqOabg

The Green Light - Episode 114

Listen to this episode from The Green Light on Spotify. Paul and Ian are back to discuss Kevin Durant's attempt to force a trade out of Brooklyn, "Basketball Schools" vs. "Football Schools", and Bronny James' unofficial visit to Ohio State. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-green-light/support

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0WS50hx4muli867k8rPDQC?si=8XdGEUK6Q-O-lkhugcmF0A

NBA Round Up

KD confident Green punch won't derail Warriors

Kevin Durant says there is "no comparison" between his previous spat with Draymond Green and the recent fight between Green and Jordan Poole, and he noted he is confident the incident won't derail the Warriors.

https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/34789183/kevin-durant-says-draymond-green-punch-derail-warriors

Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes: What winning would mean for every lottery contender

It's not too early to wonder how landing Wembanyama would change an organization.

https://theathletic.com/3676594/2022/10/11/victor-wembanyama-landing-spots/

Russell Westbrook Gives His Side of Wednesday's Viral Videos - Sports Illustrated

The Lakers’ guard weighed on the videos about his behavior from Wednesday's game.

https://www.si.com/nba/2022/10/13/russell-westbrook-gives-his-side-of-wednesdays-viral-videos

College Basketball Round Up

ACC Commisioner Jim Phillips: Time to expand NCAA's Big Dance - College Basketball | NBC Sports

Plenty of people have called for NCAA Tournament expansion. Count ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips among them.

https://collegebasketball.nbcsports.com/2022/10/13/acc-commisioner-jim-phillips-time-to-expand-ncaas-big-dance/?utm_campaign=Hoop%20Coach%20%7C%20Media%20Timeout&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Revue%20newsletter

I'm sorry, what Jim? Please don't ruin this.

Ex-HS star Bates set to have charges dismissed

Felony charges against former high school basketball star Emoni Bates will be dismissed next week after a plea deal was negotiated, his lawyer told ESPN.

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/34789530/felony-charges-former-top-recruit-emoni-bates-dismissed

Memphis finalizes extension with Hardaway

Memphis has finalized a contract extension with men's basketball coach Penny Hardaway that will keep him under contract through April 2028.

https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/34783812/memphis-finalizes-extension-men-basketball-coach-penny-hardaway

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