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00:00: Intro

01:20: How Will 76ers Bounce Back Vs Knicks

09:20: How To Guard Jalen Brunson

11:40: Mikal Bridges And Josh Hart

15:57: Timberwolves Confidence

22:43: Should The Spurs Have Called A Timeout?

24:41: Adjustments Spurs Should Make

29:15: Will The Spurs Advance To The Conference Finals

31:40: Cynthia Cooper

33:00: Playoff Mentality

40:10: Championship Run

42:20: Playing Through Grief After Losing Her Mother and Teammate Kim Perrot

45:00: Toughest Championship

46:38: Comets Getting Past Egos

50:07: Underrated Players

52:14: Cheryl Miller And USC

56:20: Court Chemistry With Kim Perrot

57:15: 30th WNBA Season

58:40: Growth Of The WNBA

01:00:40: Mentoring A’Ja Wilson and Jewell Lloyd

01:05:19: Who Raised You?

01:07:45: Wrap

Vince Carter And Tracy McGrady Talk NBA Playoffs, Why The Spurs Should Be Worried About The Timberwolves, Joel Embiid Vs Jalen Brunson And The Knicks & If The Lakers Will Get Swept By OKC

Tue, 05 May 2026 14:05:00 -0000

Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady react to the first round of the NBA playoffs including Jaylen Brown’s comments after the Celtics lost a 3-1 lead against the 76ers, why the Orlando Magic need to build around Paolo Banchero after firing head coach Jamahl Mosley and the Cavs surviving Game 7 against a young Raptors team.

VC and T-Mac also preview Eastern and Western Conference Round 2 matchups, discussing whether Jarrett Allen can be Cleveland’s X-factor, the anticipation of Jalen Brunson’s New York Knicks vs. Joel, Embiid, Tyreese Maxey, Paul George and the 76ers, why the Spurs should be worried about the Timberwolves, and what the Los Angeles Lakers need to avoid getting swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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00:00: Intro

01:05: Jaylen Brown Comments On Refs And Joel Embiid Flopping

04:25: Celtics Loss To 76ers

07:38: Magic Firing Head Coach Jamahl Mosley

19:17: Cavs Survive Raptors And Advance to Conference Semis

23:17: Cavs Vs Pistons Preview

28:26: 76ers Vs Knicks Preview

35:15: Will Jalen Brunson Lead All Scorers In Series Vs Knicks

37:04: Timberwolves Vs Spurs Preview

42:05: Lakers Vs OKC Preview

45:26: Donovan Mitchell And James Harden Court Chemistry

46:28: Tyrese Maxey And V. J. Edgecombe Duo

48:28: Family Dynamic: Who Raised You?

52:35: Wrap

Tim Thomas On The Greatest AAU Team Ever With Kobe Bryant, The Knicks Playoff Potential & Why He Thinks 50 Cent Should Be A Sports Agent | Vince Carter And Tracy McGrady

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0000

We’ve got New Jersey’s finest, Tim Thomas, on set today! Tim joins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady to reflect on being the No. 1 high school player in the country and playing AAU alongside Kobe Bryant and Vince on what they call the greatest team ever.

The guys also talk through the adjustments the New York Knicks need to make to get past the Atlanta Hawks and make a playoff run. Plus, Tim shares the story of bringing Nipsey Hussle to New York and explains why he thinks 50 Cent could change the game if he establishes a sports agency.

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00:00: Intro

01:43: Five-Star Basketball Camp

07:06: Playing AAU with Kobe Bryant and Vince Carter

18:49: Kevin Garnett And Ronnie Fields

20:35: Witnessing T-Mac at Adidas ABCD Camp

24:38: Choosing Villanova Over 18 Million Dollar Adidas Deal

28:22: Entering The League & Getting Traded Milwaukee

32:29: Milwaukee Bucks Era

39:25: Will The Knicks Win The ECF?

41:45: Los Angeles Lakers v. OKC Thunder

46:00: Connection To Nipsey Hussle

49:20: Becoming Friends With 50 Cent

54:16: Starting The Double Headband Trend

56:56: 2006 Western Conference Series Vs Lakers

01:00:40: Playing With Steve Nash

01:04:53: Being Teammates With Stephon Marbury

01:08:45: Player’s Ball Pro-Am

01:11:56: Tim Thomas Playaz Program

01:16:13: Life As A Coach

01:18:20: Arkay Zero Proof: Who Raised You?

01:26:13: Wrap

Dapper Dan on His Rise To Fashion Icon, Bringing Gucci To Harlem & Dressing Notorious Gangsters, Hip-Hop Artists And Professional Athletes

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Godfather of hip-hop fashion, Dapper Dan pulls up in style with cousins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady for a real, lively conversation about how he went from a street hustler to a fashion icon. The proud Harlem native explains how he started remixing designer logos into original streetwear and where his inspiration came from. From working with icons like Jay-Z and Floyd Mayweather Jr. to being labeled the “king of knock-offs,” Dap shares the resilience behind his journey, along with how his designs tell stories, transform identity, and evolve with the culture.

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00:00: Intro

01:31: Origin Behind Dapper Dan’s Nickname

04:06: Dapper Dan Mentioned In Rap Lyrics

06:19: How Dapper Dan Gained Popularity Within Gangster Culture

08:10: Becoming A Gambler at 13

10:35: Transitioning From Street Life to Designing Clothes

13:05: Rucker Park

17:10: Designing For Hip-Hop Artists and Athletes

23:25: Why Dapper Dan Never Created His Own Logo

29:30: Collabing With Major Brands

33:20: Fat Boys And Yo! MTV Raps Impact

35:42: Dapper Dan’s Designing Luxury

36:35: Resilience In The Industry

38:25: Will The Nuggets Win The Championship

44:32: Building A Brand

51:08: Collaborating With Floyd Mayweather Jr.

53:08: Taking Pride In Harlem

56:27: Wrap

Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady On First Playoff Experience Against The Knicks, A Potential OKC and Spurs Matchup, And Vets Making A Comeback This Postseason

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Vince Cater and Tracy McGrady get ready for the playoffs by looking back at their first playoff experience with the Raptors against the Knicks and why their experience could mirror a potential Thunder vs Spurs matchup.

They also revisit what could have been one of VC’s most iconic dunks, and Steve Novak’s clutch shot that helped fuel the Rockets’ 22-game win streak in 2008.

Plus, they show love to star players 34+, like Kawhi Leonard and LeBron James who are carrying their teams in the postseason.

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00:00: Intro

01:40: What Could’ve Been Vince Carter’s Greatest Dunk

06:00: Vince Carter Memorable 360 Dunk Vs Cleveland

08:40: Steve Novak Game Winner

17:42: NBA Playoffs

19:00: 2000 Raptors Vs Knicks Playoff Series

35:58: Hornets Playoff Success

38:10: Spurs And Nuggets In The Playoffs

41:24: Will The Warriors Beat The Clippers In The Play-In Tournament

45:07: Older Vets Who Are Leading In The Playoffs

46:55: How To Guard Steph Curry

53:40: Vince Carter and Jason Kidd Playoff Chemistry

56:48: T-Mac and Yao Ming Playoff Chemistry

59:46: Family Dynamic: Who Raised You?

01:06:37: Wrap

Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady On The 2003 USA vs Puerto Rico Brawl That Almost Happened, The MVP Criteria, And Why Philadelphia Is The Scariest Team Heading Into The Playoffs

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady sit down to revisit the moment chaos broke out during the 2003 USA qualifiers against Puerto Rico. They relive what led T-Mac to taunt his opponent, how VC was ready to jump in, and why that 2003 team could have been one of the best USA rosters ever assembled.

The cousins also debate whether Michael Jordan was robbed of an MVP during the 1986–87 season and whether the award should go to the best player in the league or the best player on the best team. They also break down why teams should be worried about the 76ers heading into the playoffs.

Plus, Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady have exciting news for the fans!

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Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady on NBA Records Being Broken, Playoff Duos to Watch, and Thoughts on Who’s Coming Out the Play-In

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:41:00 -0000

Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady sit down and chop it up, giving Kevin Durant his flowers following his impressive achievement of becoming the NBA’s top 5 all-time, while also discussing current players who could break long-standing records. The Cousins dive into how the MVP should be defined, which two teams could come out of the play-in, and why Jalen Duren is next up with Cade out.

Plus, Vince shares the UNC moment that still makes him cringe to this day, and T-Mac explains how his team once decided to boycott their coach.

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Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady on Playoff Predictions, Why the West Has the Edge & Breaking Down Old Games

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady break down their playoff predictions, discussing who they see coming out of the East, and why the West may still have the advantage. The cousins discuss why players must be strategic around the NBA’s 65-game rule, Wemby’s dominant season, and his high chance of winning DPOY. They also tap into the archives, sharing stories and unpacking classic moments from old games.

Plus, is Vince Carter’s ‘95 McDonalds All-American class the greatest ever?

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00:00: Intro

01:20: Vince’s Game Winner Vs Spurs

05:50: T-Mac vs Glenn “Big Dog” Robinson

15:00: Has The East Closed Gap With West

25:55: NBA 65-Game Rule

26:40: Wemby Defensive Presence

30:10: Kawhi Leonard’s Resurgence

32:17: Will The Hornets Make The Playoffs

35:08: Who Should Be Eligible For Postseason Awards

43:19: Underrated Players

48:54: Luka And Austin Reaves Court Chemistry

51:51: Jaylen Brown And Jayson Tatum Court Chemistry

54:20: Is The 1995 McDonald’s All-American Class The Greatest All-Time

01:01:01: Family Dynamic: Who Raised You?

01:13:30: Wrap

Vince Carter & Tracy McGrady on March Madness Anticipation, Doubts on the NBA’s Potential Expansion, and Their Most Memorable MJ Story

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady dive into March Madness, breaking down the teams to watch to help protect your bracket. The cousins also discuss why the NBA’s Eastern Conference still has work to do to close the gap with the West and debate whether the league should expand to 32 teams.

Plus, T-Mac reveals how a boxing match led to a $20,000 bet with Michael Jordan.

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Jaylen Brown on the Importance of Leadership, Seeking Guidance from T-Mac & Jayson Tatum’s Long Awaited Return

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:22:00 -0000

We got our guy Jaylen Brown with us today! JB taps in with the Cousins, Vince Carter, and Tracy McGrady for a candid conversation about learning how to win with the Boston Celtics and his MVP-caliber season. He also shares the importance of leadership in the community and how his “big bro” relationship with T-Mac started with a tweet.

Plus, Jaylen dives into Jayson Tatum’s return, the team-first mentality they both share, and why the duo is ready to make a run at the championship.

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00:00: Intro

02:15: How T-Mac Became Jaylen’s Mentor

06:24: Jaylen’s Reasoning on Going to College

09:07: Choosing UC Berkeley

13:35: Activism & Speaking Up

17:20: Academic Pressure Growing Up

22:08: T-Mac’s College Attempt

22:53: Student-Athlete Experience

25:24: Passion v. Natural Skill

28:33: McDonald’s All-American

31:30: Officially Entering the League

33:08: Learning How to Navigate Adversity

39:50: Jalen Seeking Guidance from T-Mac

43:34: How Vince & T-Mac Built Chemistry in Toronto

47:15: If the Cousins Stayed Teammates

47:56: Impact of Jalen & Jayson Tatum as a Duo

49:58: Jaylen Salutes JT’s Return

52:51: What Winning MVP Would Mean

54:27: Jaylen’s Shoe Brand

57:30: Challenges Behind Creating a Shoe Brand

01:01:14: Best Teammate Chemistry

01:03:11: Family Dynamic: Who Raised You?

01:10:08: Wrap

Lamar Odom Opens Up on Addiction, Finding Purpose After The NBA & The Road to Recovery

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:48:00 -0000

LO is in the building! Lamar Odom joins Cousins alongside Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady for a real conversation about overcoming addiction, life in the league and finding his true purpose. Lamar opens up about childhood trauma, grieving the loss of his mom at just 12 years old, and how basketball became a savior at an early age.

Plus, Lamar talks about how playing at Rucker Park was more exciting than playing at Madison Square Garden, his legendary matchup against T-Mac at ABCD camp and how Vince Carter diffused a tense moment between him and former Mavs owner Mark Cuban.

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Dylan Harper and Ron Harper Jr. Bring Brotherly Competition To NBA All-Star Weekend & Ron Harper Sr. Talks About The Biggest Lesson He Learned Playing With MJ

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:36:00 -0000

5x NBA Champion Ron Harper pulls up with his sons, Ron Jr. and Dylan Harper, for a special family edition of Cousins with Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady. Ron Sr. opens up about sacrificing his role as a scorer to win championships alongside Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen and breaks down why Kobe Bryant’s game was the closest we’ve ever seen to MJ.

With plenty of family-friendly banter, Ron Jr. and Dylan talk about competing against each other in the NBA Rising Stars, their “welcome to the league” moments, navigating expectations, and whether we’ll see Dylan in the 2027 NBA Slam Dunk Contest?

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00:00 : Intro

01:15 : Playing Against Each Other All-Star Weekend

02:07 : Growing Up Competing Against Each Other

04:18 : Ron Jr. and Dylan Playing Against Ron Sr.

07:58 : Dylan Potentially Entering 2027 Slam Dunk Contest

09:10 : Handling Outside Pressure

09:58 : Ron Jr. and Dylan’s Training Habits Growing Up

11:50 : Parents Showing up to Ron Jr. and Dylan’s AAU Games

14:52 : Ron First Seeing Potential in His Sons

16:21 : Giving Ron His Flowers

18:27 : Ron Learning from MJ and the Bulls

19:20 : Scottie Pippen v. Michael Jordan

20:54 : Kobe Bryant is the Closest Player to Michael Jordan

21:46 : Ron Jr. and Dylan Studying Opponents

23:20 : Defense in Today’s Game

24:20: Ron’s Adjustment to Chicago

27:11: Ron Jr. Salutes Dylan

28:36: Dylan Talks About His Draft Night

29:41: The Harper’s “Welcome to the League” Moment

33:27: Ron Playing Against Dr. J

34:25: Ron More Proud of His Sons than His 5 Rings

34:47: T-Mac’s Childhood Dynamic with His Father

36:50: Family in the Building Motivates the Harper Brothers

37:50: NBA Rising Stars Excitement

40:42: Sibling Rivalry at NBA Rising Stars

44:20: Best Teammate Chemistry

46:55: Family Dynamic

56:05: Wrap

Vince Carter & Tracy McGrady on Fixing the NBA All-Star Game & the Legendary 2000 Dunk Contest

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:15:00 -0000

Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady don’t hold back on what needs to change to make the NBA All-Star Game competitive again. The Hall of Famers break down the new All-Star format, effort level, and what the league must do to bring back real intensity. Plus, the cousins revisit the legendary 2000 NBA Dunk Contest. Vince and T-Mac reflect on that iconic performance, behind-the-scenes stories fans never heard, and the Dunk Contest featuring Kobe Bryant and LeBron James that almost happened.

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Luka Dončić on Lakers as Championship Contenders, the Trade from Dallas & Are the Denver Nuggets Better Than the OKC Thunder?

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:35:00 -0000

6x NBA All-Star Luka Dončić joins Cousins alongside Hall of Famers Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady for a candid conversation about what it’s really like being a European player in the NBA.

Luka opens up about being recruited to play professionally at just 13 years old at Real Madrid, competing against older players like Russell Westbrook early in his career, and how those experiences shaped him. He also reveals his favorite trash-talking opponent and the player who gave him absolute hell on the court.

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Vince Carter & Tracy McGrady Reveal Their Incredible Origin Story, NBA “What Ifs,” Rookie Lessons & Today’s Stars

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

NBA Hall of Famers Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady sit down to discuss their unbelievable origin story, from their high school days to taking unique paths to the NBA. They break down the championships they might have won if they stayed together, reflect on their favorite NBA moments, and share what life was really like as rookies in the league.

Plus, Vince and T-Mac weigh in on Anthony Edwards vs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, talk about mentoring today’s NBA players, and explore some of basketball’s biggest “what if” conversations.

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