NBA History Conversations: Basketball Record
Adam Ryan
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Former NBA/ABA players, coaches, and media share their hoops journeys, with topic-driven episodes and Adam’s Australian take on basketball history.
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Fred Roberts: BYU Star to the NBA (Spurs, Jazz, Celtics, Bucks) and Europe
Fred Roberts’ basketball journey began with back-to-back state titles in high school - setting the tone for his fascinating career. He then starred for the BYU Cougars, began his pro career in Italy…
1976 ABA All-Star Game Oral History: Gilmore, Knight, Taylor, Vecsey & Babcock
In this special episode, we mark the 50th anniversary of the 1976 ABA All-Star Game - the final showcase of a league that helped reshape modern basketball.Recorded in early 2026, this panel brings…
1995 NBA Draft Recap: Remembering Reece Pedretti (Tribute Rerelease)
This episode is dedicated to the memory of Reece Pedretti - one of the truest friends I've ever known. On February 22, 2025, Reece passed away peacefully at the age of 45, following a courageous,…
Mike Riordan: 1970 NBA Champion (Knicks) and Providence Hall of Famer
Today’s guest is Mike Riordan. We dive into his incredible journey - from starring in college at Providence to playing a key role on the legendary 1970 New York Knicks championship team - delivering…
Pete Babcock: A remarkable 42-year journey to an NBA championship - AIR144
Pete Babcock is a man deeply woven into the fabric of NBA history. Pete shares the innovative path he took to break into the league, starting as a volunteer scout and rising through the ranks as a…
Ahoy! Water cannon madness. Warriors vs Spurs - 1995 season opener [The Soggy Nachos Game] - BTG-10
The 1995 season opener will likely never be forgotten. A pregame fireworks display triggered a fire-prevention mechanism that dumped 12,000 gallons of water inside the Alamodome. Would Golden State…
Jack Danilewicz - The Greatest Upset Never Seen: Virginia, Chaminade, and the Game That Changed College Basketball - AIR143
Welcome writer Jack Danilewicz to the show. We discuss his 2019 book The Greatest Upset Never Seen: Virginia, Chaminade, and the Game That Changed College Basketball. Future Hall of Famer 7’4” Ralph…
Jake Uitti - Michael Ray Richardson. Banned: How I Squandered an All-Star NBA Career Before Finding My Redemption - AIR142
Welcome writer Jake Uitti to the show. He co-authored a newly-released book with NBA and European star, Michael Ray Richardson. Jake also released books with Muggsy Bogues and Earl Cureton. Next…
1994 NBA Finals: New York Knicks v Houston Rockets [extensive recap - part two] - AIR141
Part two of our 1994 NBA Finals rundown. We continue discussing the battle between the New York Knicks and the Houston Rockets. In part one, we covered through Game 4 of the series. Now, it’s…
Jim Brinson: Broadcast veteran / play-by-play man for Michael Jordan's NBA debut (Oct 26, 1984) - AIR140
Let's welcome long-time broadcaster, Jim Brinson, to the show. We dive into Jim's journey through radio and TV over the years. A highlight of our chat is Jim's experience covering Michael Jordan’s…
1994 NBA Finals: New York Knicks v Houston Rockets [extensive recap - part one] - AIR139
Part one of our discussion of the 1994 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and Houston Rockets. We dissect the history between Patrick Ewing and Hakeem Olajuwon, comment on the 1994 regular season…
Rich Rinaldi (part two): St. Peter's College Hall of Famer, NBA / ABA veteran and European star - AIR138
Part two of my extended conversation with Rich Rinaldi. We now focus on Rico's - he shares the origins of his nickname - professional career. Rich offers fascinating insights into the ups and downs…
Rich Rinaldi (part one): St. Peter's College Hall of Famer, NBA / ABA veteran and European star - AIR137
Welcome Rich Rinaldi to the show. Part one of our extended conversation about his life. We recorded this on Rich’s 75th birthday (an added treat). A wide-ranging discussion and perfect example of why…
Australia's No Bull Tour [the truth]. Chicago Bulls' Luc Longley, Scottie Pippen and Horace Grant - AIR136
My recap of the final stop on the No Bull Tour (Sydney). Australian legend, Luc Longley, invited his former Chicago Bulls teammates, Scottie Pippen and Horace Grant, to our friendly shores. The show…
Tom Chambers - NBA All-Star MVP, 16-year veteran and Basketball Hall of Fame candidate - AIR135
Let's welcome the legendary Tom Chambers to the show. A massive thanks to our mutual friend, Jeff Wells. Jeff was my guest on episode 128. We detailed his campaign for Tom to enter the Naismith…
Walter Davis - The life and times of North Carolina legend and six-time NBA All-Star (retrospective) - AIR134
On November 2nd, 2023, six-time NBA All-Star Walter Davis died of natural causes while visiting family in Charlotte. Today, I welcome back Adam Beechen - a great friend of the show. We discuss…
Reggie Lewis' tragic death (1993) and impact on the Boston Celtics [expanded re-release] - AIR133
Reggie Lewis tragically passed away 30 years ago (1993) at the age of just 27. This is an updated re-release of episode 27 with my great mate, Todd Spehr. We recorded our chat ten years ago to mark…
Beef Brothers (Mahorn and Ruland) - 2023 Conference Finals, NBA lottery, Ja Morant and Rick on Isiah - BB6
The legendary Beef Brothers (Rick Mahorn and Jeff Ruland) return for episode six.01:49 2023 NBA Draft Lottery - Wemby to San Antonio Spurs06:21 Ralph Sampson (and Bill Walton) - similarities to…
Bill Willoughby: High school phenom to the 1975 NBA Draft (eight-year veteran) - AIR132
Let's welcome Bill Willoughby to the show. There are many more strings to his bow – as you’ll hear in my introduction - however, Bill rose to national awareness during the 1981 NBA Playoffs, by…
Beef Brothers (Mahorn and Ruland) - 2023 Playoffs (round one winds-up), Rick and Jeff's fun / frivolities - BB5
The legendary Beef Brothers (Rick Mahorn and Jeff Ruland) return for episode five.01:12 2023 NBA Awards thus far03:23 Rick Mahorn nominated for Washington Wizards President?!05:12 Players who find a…
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