WE ARE BACK. Your favourite basketball podcast has returned with the first episode of season two. On this episode I share some life updates from yours truly, reflect on how covid has affected this season and the biggest surprises from this season.  I hope you enjoy this episode! Stay safe and enjoy the holidays :)

This episode was so much fun! I chatted with Shank about all the big offseason moves, with a heartfelt focus on Lowry and the Raps. This is a conversation you definitely don't want to miss 🔥 Opening: Guest introduction (0:17), Chuck Hayes fandom (1:00) Surprise Trivia: Best FT shooter as a Raptor? (4:00), GM before Masai? (8:28), Best Raps scorer all-time and in a single game? (11:50) The Legacy of Kyle Lowry: News of Kyle Lowry leaving the Raptors (14:05), Kyle/Zuko comparison (19:00), is #WeTheNorth era over? (20:31), what we'll miss most about Kyle's spirit (22:45), Kyle makes his bigs better (28:34), are we cheering for the Heat? (30:00) Management & Raps' Young Guys: Masai resigning (31:49), balancing player development & winning (34:05), Barnes draft reaction (36:32), OG vs Barnes (44:30), GTJ and Birch signings (50:20) Other Offseason News: Westbrook's fit on Lakers (55:11), USA France preview (1:02:48), Boston looming combustion? (1:04:46), Philly/Simmons slander (1:07:25), the Bulls are back!? (1:15:49) Background music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDgORcrt_Xwa

The 2021 NBA Draft is TONIGHT!! We got a loaded draft class and with the Raps holding the 4th overall pick, you already know there's tons to talk about. From why I think Cade is not the consensus #1 pick, to who i expect the Raps to take, this is definitely an episode you don't wanna miss.  Ringer Draft Guide: https://nbadraft.theringer.com/ Background Beats: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LN-gxlEXvy0

From Brandon Jennings legendary "Bucks in 6" moment in 2013, to Giannis' postgame conference after winning the championship, this is the journey of a champion. Giannis is an athlete like no other which makes his story all the more unique and inspiring. Hats off to the Bucks for winning their first championship in 50 years!! Nothing but love, respect and appreciation for the Greek Freak  Jennings bucks in 6 lol: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJOzGN4H8EA Giannis' first interview pre-draft in 2013: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZu9Y_4SCks Giannis drops 50/13/5 in game 6: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHPLeWsAQw4 Giannis' championship postgame interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUnQvvpikP4 Background music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2BwKU1QVvM

The NBA Finals are finally here and I'm SO EXCITED. The Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks are both teams that are super easy to root for. In this episode I share 3 points that each team needs to win and then share my prediction. Game 1 tips 9pm est tonight! Would love to hear which team you're rooting for and who you have for Finals MVP. Take care and enjoy everyone :)  *fingers crossed for an entertaining series* 

AND WE'RE BACK! With the playoffs in full swing, I had to have two of my favourite basketball friends on for our longest conversation yet. On this episode, I give them the most hype introductions (0:20), quiz them with surprise trivia (2:43), preview Sixers Hawks game 7 (11:45), preview Suns Clippers (22:04), review Nets Bucks (29:45), talk Raps offseason (40:42), why we love the Suns (55:21), and all the open head coaching positions (1:03:30) If you enjoyed this episode, show some love on IG at @themanav7 . As always, enjoy the playoffs and stay well everyone :) Jordan vs Suns 1993 Finals Game 4 (55 points): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-INC7JOQ9mY  Trivia source: https://www.instagram.com/kirkgoldsberry/

On today's episode, I chat with our mystery guest Makesh! He's my lil cousin and knows way more about hoops than I did at his age. Along with some surprise trivia and trick questions, I ask him about his favourite player, which star players he'd want on his team, his MVP pick and who he thinks will win it all in this year's playoffs. It's our most entertaining episode yet & a must-listen to all of our awesome listeners out there.    We hope you enjoyed this episode! You can contact me by DM'ing @themanav7 on IG. Enjoy the playoffs and stay safe everyone :) 

On this forth episode of Swishes & Dishes, Alvin and I continue our discussion on the play-in tournament. We start with why Lakers as #7 seed is actually a positive for LeBron's legacy (0:40), then shift gears to Celtics Wizards (5:55), Pacers Hornets (13:25) and some final thoughts with the playoffs approaching (18:40).  We hope you enjoyed this episode! You can contact us by DM'ing us on Instagram at @swishesdishespod. Take care everyone <3 

On this third episode of Swishes & Dishes, Alvin and I breakdown the play-in tournament! I surprise him with some trivia (1:30), we explain what the play-in tournament is (5:20), and even breakdown the 3 west games starting on Wednesday night - starting with Lakers Warriors (8:05), Grizzlies Spurs (15:05), and the fight for the 8th seed (21:00).  This is an episode you definitely don't wanna miss! Part 2 of this conversation will be released shortly.  Let us know how you're liking this pod by DM'ing us on Instagram at @swishesdishespod. Enjoy! 

On this second episode of Swishes & Dishes, I take some time to reflect on Kobe. Tune in to hear my favourite memories of him, his legacy and what I miss most about him.  Kobe final game (Apr 2016): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTJwoWHMEw0 Kobe 81 points (Jan 2006): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9NILK4OXpo Kobe Finals G7 (Jun 2010): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CD6uXj9f724 Kobe vs Dwade (Dec 2009): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4-DZzk7HFs