[Enjoy Adam&apos;s podcast? Buy him a coffee | Thanks for your support]Joanne worked with Reebok for over 15 years. Her family has links to the Boston Celtics dating back nearly five decades. Joanne details what it was like to grow up within the confines of the Boston Garden and the unique relationships she has developed with the franchise and its players throughout her lifetime.Our conversation covers a wide range of Joanne’s amazing experiences working with Reebok. She joined the team in the mid-1980s and talks about the development of the brand and how Reebok managed to compete – and then thrive - in an intensely-competitive market for shoes and apparel. You’ll hear some tremendous stories about some of the NBA’s biggest names of the era – Dominique Wilkins, Shawn Kemp, Dee Brown and Shaquille O’Neal, to name just a few.Follow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookListen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | OvercastSubscribe: NBA-history newsletterE-mail Adam any time. Thanks for listening!

NBA History: Michael Jordan-era & more (In all Airness)

Joanne Borzakian Ouellette: Reebok Global Marketing Director NBA Basketball (former) - AIR126

[Enjoy Adam&apos;s podcast? Buy him a coffee | Thanks for your support]I’m excited to welcome Basketball Hall of Fame legend, Dave Cowens. The first NBA Most Valuable Player to appear on the podcast. In this fun, insightful and wide-ranging conversation, Dave discusses his days at Newport Catholic HS and run-ins with the assistant principal, who also doubled as his basketball coach. Dave details his recruitment to Florida State University – where he was a four-year standout with the Seminoles.Dave recounts an intriguing letter he wrote to Celtics legend – and then-Cincinnati Royals coach, Bob Cousy – ahead of the 1970 NBA Draft. Cowens was a busy man in the lead-up to his rookie debut with the Celtics. During the week, he played in Boston’s Neighborhood Basketball League (BNBL) and on weekends commuted to New York to play in the famed Rucker League. For good measure, Dave teamed with ‘Pistol’ Pete Maravich and stole the show at the Maurice Stokes Memorial Basketball Game.Of course, there’s plenty of NBA and Celtics discussion. We chat about the two titles Dave won with Boston in the 1970s, how he prepared for games and battled with all-time great centers that often had significant height advantages over him. We even found time to talk about Larry Legend, too. This conversation primarily covers Dave’s on-court days. Hopefully he’ll return to the show to discuss his post-playing career and life after basketball. This is a candidate for my favorite episode yet.If you enjoy this chat and you’re on Twitter, I’d be most grateful if you’d consider a quick tweet to Bob Ryan (@GlobeBobRyan), thanking him for the connect with Mr. Cowens. This conversation would not have happened without Bob’s continued generosity.Follow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookListen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | OvercastSubscribe: NBA-history newsletterE-mail Adam any time. Thanks for listening!

Dave Cowens: Hall of Fame legend, 2x NBA Champion, MVP, 8x All-Star and Boston Celtics great - AIR125

[Enjoy Adam&apos;s podcast? Buy him a coffee | Thanks for your support]How good is your NBA trivia? This episode is all about nicknames. 30 questions in total, courtesy of the mighty Basketball-Reference. Players from the 1950s thru 1990s. Only one question went unanswered. Test your knowledge and see how you match-up!Our first foray into NBA trivia. This is an edit of my Twitter Spaces recording from late August, 2021. We initially had four participants. In alphabetical order – Aiden, David, Joel and Richo. A fifth entrant, Matt, joined approximately halfway through. Competition was tough – two competitors, Richo and David, were particularly ruthless. However, everyone answered at least one question correctly.Due to the nature of Twitter Spaces, the audio quality is variable. If you want to hear more trivia episodes, or even take part in a future one, please reach out and let me know. I’d be more than happy to set-up my own higher-quality recordings.Follow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookListen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | OvercastSubscribe: NBA-history newsletterE-mail Adam any time. Thanks for listening!

NBA trivia: player nicknames (1950s to 1990s - 30 questions via Basketball-Reference) - AIR124

[Enjoy Adam&apos;s podcast? Buy him a coffee | Thanks for your support][re-release from 2015] Adam and Aaron discuss Dominique Wilkins&apos; return to Atlanta - his first game versus the Hawks as an opposition player. Nique dropped 36 points on his former team, as the L.A. Clippers defeated the Atlanta Hawks by three points. This game was just four weeks after the Hawks&apos; blockbuster trade that sent Dominique to the Clippers, in exchange for two-time NBA All-Star, Danny Manning.We discuss all the key aspects of the game. We talk about the SportSouth broadcast and the commentary team&apos;s (Tim Brando and Mike Glenn) mention of an alleged rivalry between former teammates, Kevin Willis (1992 NBA All-Star) and The Human Highlight Film. We talk about each team&apos;s roster and our memories and opinions on this memorable match-up. Arguably, a forgotten gem of the 1994 NBA season.Players mentioned in this episode include: Ron Harper, Mark Jackson, Mookie Blaylock, Stacey Augmon, Bo Outlaw, Harold Ellis, Duane Ferrell, Jon Koncak, John Williams & Elmore Spencer.Follow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookListen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | OvercastSubscribe: NBA-history newsletterE-mail Adam any time. Thanks for listening!

Memorable NBA Games [re-release]: Dominique Wilkins returns to Atlanta (Mar 25, 1994) - Clippers at Hawks - AIR123

I’m very pleased to welcome Caitlin Shea and Greg Hassall - co-producers of Australian Story’s two-part feature on Luc Longley - ‘One Giant Leap’. Personally, this podcast episode is extra special. Luc contacted me in June to ask if I’d be interested in doing research for the project. When Luc Longley calls, you don’t need to be asked twice. I offered some historical context and pointed Greg towards particular video footage of Luc’s career. A minor role, however, I&apos;m extremely thankful to Luc, Caitlin and Greg for trusting my judgement.[Enjoy Adam&apos;s podcast? Buy him a coffee | Thanks for your support]In this conversation, we discuss behind-the-scenes details on how One Giant Leap originated. The pair talk about their experiences meeting Luc and the interview process with Longley’s family and friends. You’ll learn how interviews with US-based guests such as Scottie Pippen, Coach Phil Jackson and Steve Kerr were conducted. Of course, we examine how Caitlin and Greg managed to secure the involvement of Michael Jeffrey Jordan. They chat about how it felt to speak with one of the world’s most-recognisable names and the unique relationship between Luc and Jordan whilst teammates on the Chicago Bulls. Truly fascinating to hear.Not in Australia? Watch here [Australian Story on YouTube]Follow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookListen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | OvercastSubscribe: NBA-history newsletterE-mail Adam any time. Thanks for listening!

Luc Longley: One Giant Leap - Australian Story's Caitlin Shea and Greg Hassall - AIR122

Today, I discuss my 1994 NBA tour. Approximately 20 basketball crazies here in Australia, flew to the USA for two weeks of NBA experiences we’ll never forget. It was an amazing time that I’ve occasionally mentioned throughout the course of this podcast’s existence.You’re about to hear me reflect on that trip, enhanced with additional research and select audio clips. I also share a few unexpected twists and turns that I guarantee even the most ardent fans of the show have never heard before.Once you’ve listened to this episode, I recommend venturing into the podcast archive. A great mate of mine, Aaron Stehn, joined me to recap the 1994 NBA season on episode 37. That conversation is a perfect complement to what you’re about to hear.I’ll preface this episode by saying that Michael Jordan’s October 1993 retirement from the Chicago Bulls was just weeks after the deposit for my USA trip had been paid.Follow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookListen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | OvercastSubscribe: NBA-history newsletterE-mail Adam any time. Thanks for listening!

Adam's 1994 NBA Tour: Iconic arenas and countless memories. Where's MJ? - AIR121

Hey, it’s Adam here. A quick podcast update for you as we near the end of the first week of July, 2021. Here’s a snapshot of what’s happening behind the scenes.I have two conversations recorded that are yet to be edited. The first features Joanne Borzakian Ouellette. Joanne worked with Reebok for over 16 years. From 1985, as a Marketing and Promotions Manager, before assuming the role of Global Marketing Director NBA Basketball in 1992 – where she spent almost ten years building long-term industry relationships and friendships with some of the biggest names in the game, including Hall of Famer, Shaquille O’Neal. Her family are candidates for the title of Greatest Boston Celtics fans ever – their lineage stretches back almost five decades. We had a wonderful chat about Joanne’s remarkable life in basketball.The second recording is part one of my conversation with Wali Jones. He starred in college at Villanova, before entering the NBA and earning an All-Rookie selection in 1965 and winning an NBA championship in 1967 as a key member of one of the most-dominant teams in history - the Philadelphia 76ers. Wali discusses his memories of being teammates with the iconic Wilt Chamberlain and much more.Numerous topic-based episodes are also in the works. Fans of Tom Chambers would be wise to keep an eye on the podcast feed over the coming months. Plus, upcoming episodes will feature authors discussing a range of great basketball books.In the not-to-distant future, I’ll be updating my website. It will also offer the ability for fans of the show to support the podcast monetarily. Completely optional, of course. You will be able to make PayPal donations, sponsor episodes, or visit an affiliate link - at no cost to you - to basketball-related retailers here in Australia and the USA. Listener support will help offset some of the costs involved in producing the show, which incredibly is approaching its ninth full year.Remember, you can always reach me via e-mail. All the best and thanks once more for being a listener of the show. Sign-up for Adam&apos;s FREE monthly newsletter - receive exclusive details on upcoming podcast episodes and future guests to appear on the show.I appreciate all feedback and welcome ratings and reviews of my show via your podcast app of choice.Follow: Instagram | Twitter | FacebookSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | OvercastFeedback: 

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[A new format for you today. I welcome your feedback on whether you’d enjoy more episodes released in this style] I’m very pleased to welcome Terry Davis (10-year NBA veteran). All going to plan, Terry will join the show at a future date for a deep dive on his life in basketball. Here, Terry reflects on his NBA return and pivotal role in the debut of Washington’s MCI Center, early in the 1998 NBA season. Shout-out to great friend of the show, Jim McIlvaine, whose VHS tape of the game – his Sonics played against Terry’s Wizards – is the source audio you’ll hear during the episode. Normally, I’d preface a conversation with facts and figures about my guest. However, in this format, it’s best to listen and learn as the episode unfolds.   Sign-up for Adam&apos;s FREE newsletter - receive exclusive details on upcoming podcast episodes and future guests to appear on the show. I appreciate all feedback and welcome ratings and reviews of my show via your podcast app of choice. Social: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Follow: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | Overcast Feedback: e-mail (audio welcome)

Terry Davis: (MCI) Center of Attention - survival, adversity and conquering long odds - AIR120

Episodes feature former-NBA, ABA & CBA players, coaches and media. Plus, conversations about particular games, memorable moments and much more. My focal point is Michael Jordan, however, I cover everything NBA - with my unique Australian sense of humor.