Tampering: An NBA Podcast

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Jeff Zillgitt on the NBA Schedule and the Re-Start of the NBA

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 20:38:24 GMT

Sam Amick is joined by Jeff Zillgitt of USA Today to discuss the Jeff's fight with cancer, news around the league, and the return of the NBA in Walt Disney World.

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The Viability of the NBA Bubble with Dr. Angela Rasmussen, Virologist at Columbia University

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 11:47:03 GMT

On today's show Sam Amick is joined by Dr. Angela Rasmussen, Virologist at Columbia University. They discuss the NBA's plan for return to play, the viability of the bubble, is this the best the NBA can do?, is the testing sufficient in the bubble?, and more on COVID-19 from an expert in the field.

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Ethan Strauss on the NBA's Return, The Victory Machine, and Covering the NBA

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 21:16:41 GMT

Sam Amick is joined by Ethan Strauss to discuss the NBA players meeting, the NBA's return, The Victory Machine, Kevin Durant, and more.

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Keith Smith: Inside the NBA's Disney Plan

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 00:14:28 GMT

Sam Amick and Joe Vardon discuss the NBA in Disney World plan with Keith Smith. Keith worked for Disney for 20 years and has insight you can get nowhere else. Listen as they discuss where the NBA players will stay, what that will look like, and how the play will be executed.

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Marcus Thompson On The Condition Of Our Country

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 23:37:09 GMT

Marcus Thompson joins Sam Amick and Joe Vardon to discuss the condition of the United States, racism, how the NBA and its players are speaking up, and some personal stories from Sam, Joe and Marcus.

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Inside the NBA and Disney World Partnership

Tue, 26 May 2020 19:55:37 GMT

Sam Amick and Joe Vardon discuss the NBA's potential return in Disney World. What went into that decision? What are the hurdles? Why not Vegas? and more

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BJ Armstrong: Playing with Michael Jordan And The Modern Game

Wed, 20 May 2020 10:00:08 GMT

Sam Amick and Joe Vardon talk with NBA Champion BJ Armstrong about playing with Michael Jordan, the Last Dance, the NBA starting up again, modern basketball, and more.

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David Aldridge: Covering Michael Jordan and The Last Dance

Mon, 18 May 2020 09:00:05 GMT

Sam Amick talks with David Aldridge about covering Michael Jordan, The Last Dance, and what made MJ special.

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Rich Kleiman: PG County, KD's mindset, And Draymond's Comments

Mon, 11 May 2020 22:42:47 GMT

On today's episode Sam Amick and Joe Vardon have a conversation with Rich Kleiman of Thirty Five Ventures. They discuss a new documentary Basketball Country:In the Water. The documentary will air on Showtime on May 15th. They also discuss Kevin Durant's mindset on social media, Draymond Green's comments, and more.

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Metta World Peace: Broken Ribs and Reconciliation

Mon, 04 May 2020 22:04:28 GMT

Metta World Peace joins Sam Amick and Joe Vardon to discuss Jerry Krause drafting him to the Bulls, breaking Michael Jordan's ribs, fighting Tony Kucuc, his journey with mental health, Kobe's passing, and more.

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Luke Walton On Phil Jackson, Paintball With Shaq, And Buddy Hield

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 21:45:23 GMT

Sam Amick and Joe Vardon chat with Sacramento Kings coach Luke Walton about his relationship with Phil Jackson, how he is surviving quarantine, paintball with Shaq and Kobe, Buddy Hield's status with the Kings and much more.

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Executive Producer Andy Thompson: Behind the Scenes of "The Last Dance"

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 20:18:59 GMT

Andy Thompson, executive producer of "The Last Dance", brother of Mychal Thompson, uncle to Klay Thompson joins the show to discuss behind the scenes of the 98 Bulls documentary, his relationship with Michael Jordan, and more.

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The Night Everything Changed, And How The NBA Moves Forward

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 11:52:27 GMT

Sam Amick is joined by Shams Charania and Tony Jones to discuss the NBA shutting down on March 11 due to the coronavirus, behind the scenes with the Utah Jazz, Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert's relationship, the NBA's motivation to continue, how they will continue, and more.

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The Best Things on the NBA Beat

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 22:17:57 GMT

On today's episode Sam Amick and Joe Vardon discuss news and notes from the Trump call, HORSE, the best things about the NBA beat and a Tiger King story.

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Nets' Garrett Temple: Navigating Covid-19, Players Compensation Unknown, Tiger King

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 15:45:50 GMT

Nets' Garret Temple drops by to talk about life without basketball living in New York City, the epicenter of the Coronavirus Pandemic. Also how the Players Association is confronting the complexities of bringing the season back, getting paid, and staying in shape. Also what he is doing during this time off, including a raving review of the Netflix Doc Tiger King.

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Living Through The Coronavirus with Jazz's Joe Ingles

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 21:28:00 GMT

Sam Amick and Joe Vardon speak with Joe Ingles on what life is like, as an NBA player, living through The Coronavirus Pandemic. What is was like the night Rudy Gobert tested positive. Taking care of your family first, and choosing between your loved ones and your career.

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Pod Save America's Dan Pfeiffer on Coronavirus

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 20:04:14 GMT

Sam and Joe welcome back resident Sixers fans Dan Pfeiffer, the co-host of 'Pod Save America,' former Senior Advisor to President Obama and author of "Un-Trumping America," to discuss the coronavirus outbreak and how the NBA fits, or perhaps doesn't fit, into this pandemic after the season was suspended.

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Corona V Effect, Steph's Flu, Lakers-Clippers, LeBron MVP?, Atkinson Fallout

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 21:46:45 GMT

In the latest Tampering, Joe and Sam talk about the Corona Virus and how it may affect the NBA landscape, Steph coming down with the flu, or....Lakers vs Clippers thoughts, LeBron rising down the stretch and the fallout from Kenny Atkinson leaving the Nets.

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LeBron vs Zion, The Next Face of the League, Sloan Conference and Diversity

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 19:28:31 GMT

On the latest Tampering podcast Joe Vardon and Sam Amick discuss the building rivalry between LeBron James and Zion Williamson and who will be the next face of the league. Giannis, Luka or...? Also, opening up the Sloan MIT Conference to encourage more diversity and inclusion. Finally, an update on Team USA's roster. How will players coming back from injury effect the roster?

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Are the Clippers a Lock Anymore? Celtics & Tatum

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 05:23:40 GMT

Sam and Joe status check the Clippers and Lakers. What's going on with the Clippers? Plus, the Celtics are heating up and Jayson Tatum is blossoming into a star.

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The Failed Beilein Experiment, Vivek vs Vlade, Bucks Under the Radar

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 23:00:42 GMT

Sam Amick and Joe Vardon put a bow on All Star Weekend. Examine the reasons and backdrop to why the Cavs' John Beilein experiment failed. Sam's story about Vivek Ranadive being upset with Vlade Divac over Luka Doncic. Highlight the Bucks' amazing season, asking why they are still under the radar.

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Trade Deadline Post Mortem, Darren Declines, Rockets' Risk, Iguodala's Keen Move

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 12:15:04 GMT

Andre Drummond's Feelings

Players getting informed before trade

Darren Collison stays retired? What it means.

Rockets small ball

How it plays out into playoffs

Andre Iguodala

Health / Loaf Management

Steph / Klay returns

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Trade Deadline: Wolves, Wiggins and D-Lo + Around the NBA with Shams Charania

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 02:20:57 GMT

Joe Vardon and Sam Amick take a look at some teams and players that might be moved in Thursday's Trade Deadline. Lakers and Kuzma. Wolves and Wiggins and Warriors' D'Angelo Russell with Jon Krawczynski, Pelicans and Cavs with Shams Charania and finally some other teams that might make a move. Pistons, Kings, Clippers, Raptors and more.

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Paying Tribute to Kobe Bryant

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 05:34:34 GMT

Joe Vardon and Sam Amick are joined this week by The Athletic's Lakers beat writer Bill Oram to remember Kobe Bryant following the news of his tragic death.

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All Star Ballots and Debatables, Sharing the Gambling Pie, Kyrie Irving Speaks (Again)

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 17:49:15 GMT

In the latest episode of Tampering Sam Amick and Joe Vardon go through their All Star ballots now cast. Why there may be an issue with players and Load Management including Kawhi Leonard. Then Joe's big feature on Legalized Sports Betting and how the money will be shared between teams, players and states Finally, Kyrie Irving is back in the news with more questionable comments calling out his teammates.

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Radar Lakers, Inside the Nets, Trade BIG Board and Tales from the Road

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 06:56:47 GMT

Sam Amick and Joe Vardon talk with Lakers reporter Bill Oram on the Lakers. Talk about Joe's Nets story, Sam's Trade BIG Board and some tales from the road.

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What is Happening with Kevin Love and The Kyle Kuzma Conundrum

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 06:02:42 GMT

Sam and Joe recount two of the most intriguing incidents in the NBA this season. Topics: Kevin Love is frustrated How play with Cedi Osman was interpreted online False promises vs getting paidKevin's approachInjury sidelined Cavs planTrade Kyle Kuzma conundrumWhy it's complicated for KyleContext: Trainer criticizing LeBronLBJ likes veterans What are the Lakers looking for?Kuzma sowed his fate by proxy

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Kawhi's Clippers, Giannis' Bucks, LeBron's Lakers

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:34:19 GMT

In the latest Tampering Joe Vardon and Sam Amick talk with Bucks reporter Eric Nehm. The crew goes through three of the best teams and their superstar leaders. Clippers, Bucks and Lakers.

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Chris Paul the Snitch, Cavs Rip John Beilein, Andrew Wiggins

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:18:36 GMT

Sam Amick, Joe Vardon and Jon Krawczynski on the controversial Delay of Game call in the game between the Wolves and Thunder, plus the Cavs losing trust in head coach John Beilein and finally Andrew Wiggins' career year.

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Tampering » Enigmatic Kyrie, LeBron and Coaches, Trolling David Blatt, MVP Race

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 22:27:29 GMT

In this week's episode Sam and Joe dive into the questions surrounding the enigmatic Kyrie Irving, followed by a discussion on LeBron and his relationship with coaches including Frank Vogel. Finally a look at the MVP race, Giannis, LeBron and Harden and biggest surprises thus far this year including the Toronto Raptors.

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Jimmy's Departure, Hakeem Olajuwon, Joel Embiid and Schedule Reform with Michael Lee

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 06:45:37 GMT

Sam Amick and Joe Vardon talk with Michael Lee about his recent string of great stories including Jimmy Butler, Hakeem Olajuwon and Joel Embiid. Why Jimmy left Philly, looking at Joel Embiid through the eyes of Hakeem Olajuwon and NBA schedule reform.

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On the Road with Gina Mizell, Kendra Andrews and Kelsey Russo

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 05:38:17 GMT

Suns reporter Gina Mizell, Nuggets' Kendra Andrews and Cavs' Kelsey Russo stop in to talk about life on the road, covering new beats and unexpected success in Phoenix. Hosted by Sam Amick and Joe Vardon.

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Yes Network's Ian Eagle

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 01:39:25 GMT

Ian Eagle drops by to talk about the Nets chemistry and master plan, Kyrie Irving, the Knicks' dismal situation and his son Noah Eagle. Topics:Nets chemistry, no big parade to make announcementNets Org getting their act together Atkinson, Marks have been true to their planWhat's Kyrie like?Knicks situation. What can change?Dolan and Zero Transparency Out of touchBig picture, what to expect out of the Nets this season?Favorite Net all timeLearning American culture thru David Chappelle Olivier Sedra, PA announcers and playersNoah Eagle

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Suspensions and the Anti-Drug Policy, Load Management, Lakers and Transitioning back to Media with John Hollinger

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 01:02:30 GMT

Sam Amick and Joe Vardon talk to The Athletic's John Hollinger on the recent string of drug violations in the NBA and if load management is part of the problem. Then, the offensive explosion across the league and how defenses have not been able to adjust. Plus, LeBron and the Lakers and John's transition back to the Media after his time as VP of Basketball Ops for Memphis.

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Golden State Mess, Giannis' Future, Morey, Rockets, Harden and Russ

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 20:04:25 GMT

Sam and Joe talk with Warriors reporter Anthony Slater about the situation in Golden State and whether the Dubs will be able to recover from a bad start. Then how Giannis Antetokounmpo will handle his future in Milawaukee. And finally Darly Morey speaks, about basketball, and how the Rockets great Harden-Westbrook experiment may pan out.Topics:Golden State MessWhat can the Warriors do?Defense and DraymondWhat are the reasons for this?Center / LooneyCan Steph carry a team with less talent?Steve KerrJoe Lacob raking in the cashKerr seems to be enjoying himself despite startBucks need to take step forward or Giannis out?Malcolm Brogdon moveSam's Rockets Q&A with Daryl MoreyRevisiting Russ dealHarden wanted to keep Chris Paul?

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Lakers x Clippers Battle for LA, East Contenders, Trade Bait and Kevin Love, China with Shams Charania

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 23:06:53 GMT

Sam Amick and Joe Vardon welcome Shams Charania to talk about the Lakers and Clippers as they battle for LA, East contenders, tradable players, Andrew Wiggins and Kevin Love and what went down in China.

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When LeBron told Joe Vardon about the beginning of the end in Cleveland

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 19:32:29 GMT

The Athletic's co-founder, Adam Hansmann talks with Joe Vardon about his story detailing the end of the LeBron-Kyrie Cavs.

Read here: https://theathletic.com/660104/2018/11/19/lebron-james-cavaliers-trading-of-kyrie-irving-was-beginning-of-the-end-of-everything/

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5 Minutes That Changed Clippers History

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 19:29:51 GMT

Joe Vardon talks to Jovan Buha about the Clippers pursuit of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. Then Jay Kings stops by to talk about his story on Marcus Smart's grit and playing with the pains from his past.

Jovan's story: https://theathletic.com/1086977/2019/07/23/inside-story-los-angeles-la-clippers-pursuit-of-kawhi-leonard-paul-george/

Jay's story: https://theathletic.com/617884/2018/11/02/hell-fight-to-the-end-fueled-by-pain-from-his-past-marcus-smart-has-become-the-heart-of-the-celtics/

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The night Jason Quick flipped the script and honored his friend

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 18:47:07 GMT

Joe Vardon, host of Tampering, talks with the Athletic's Trail Blazers reporter Jason Quick about his story 'A hero, some hope and deep heartache: Why Game 3 was about more than basketball for three men.'

https://theathletic.com/984417/2019/05/19/a-hero-some-hope-and-deep-heartache-why-game-3-was-about-more-than-basketball-for-three-men/

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