NBA Now & Then: The Greatest NBA Comparisons

A comparison of these two sharp-shooters, Grayson Allen and JJ Redick, brings out some striking similarities going back to their high school days and into their NBA careers.We explore how this pair of elite perimeter scorers from different eras developed their passion for basketball, despite having outstanding athletic skill in other sports growing up. In this episode, Lucas compares their shooting percentages and highest scoring outputs, revealing the closeness of their games. Special guest, Winston, offers the numerous accolades they earned at Duke, while Maurice lists key players that helped mold the careers of JJ Redick and Grayson Allen.Who got a tattoo with their grandmom? Which player was a demon on the baseball diamond? How did Coach K feel about the villain label they got while playing at Duke? How did NBA players react when they found out they would be playing with the Duke scoring legends? We answer these questions, and many more, on this comparison episode of NBA Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons.🚨SUBSCRIBE TODAY🚨 to our YouTube Channel to get the most comprehensive comparison content you can’t find anywhere else on the Internet. YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@NBA_NowandThenFor even more in-depth analysis in our NBA star comparisons, follow our top rated podcast on:Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nba-now-then-the-greatest-nba-comparisons/id1719385939Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/6InOcpu5oRPfYnjn7PEAOf?si=fed2998d1df04819You can also follow us on social media at:https://x.com/NBA_NowAndThenhttps://www.instagram.com/nba_nowandthen_pod/https://www.facebook.com/p/NBA-Now-Then-The-Greatest-Comparisons-61565961279155/For EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcast.Patreonhttps://patreon.com/NBAnowandthenThanks for being a valued member of our NBA comparison community! 🙏

The special episode brings a number of scenarios that would have changed the course of NBA history. From player careers to franchise legacies, had any of these outcomes have been altered, who knows what the NBA landscape would have looked like back when these stars played?Scenarios:2:21 | What if David Stern had not vetoed the Chris Paul trade to the Lakers?8:46 | What if Len Bias would have not tragically lost his life the night he was drafted by the Boston Celtics in 1986?16:44 | What if Brandon Roy did not suffer a major knee injury early in his career?23:15 | What if Derrick Rose had a healthier career after a devastating injury?32:01 | What if Allen Iverson was traded to the Detroit Pistons in the 2000 season?39:58 | What if Tim Duncan had signed with the Orlando Magic and played with Tracy McGrady?46:11 | What if the Charlotte Hornets did not trade Kobe Bryant for Vlade Divac in the 1996 draft?51:49 | What if the New Jersey Nets had drafted Kobe Bryant before the Charlotte Hornets?56:34 | What if Kobe Bryant was traded to the Chicago Bulls in 2007?🚨SUBSCRIBE TODAY🚨 to our YouTube Channel to get the most comprehensive comparison content you can’t find anywhere else on the Internet. YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@NBA_NowandThenFor even more in-depth analysis in our NBA star comparisons, follow our top rated podcast on:Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nba-now-then-the-greatest-nba-comparisons/id1719385939Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/6InOcpu5oRPfYnjn7PEAOf?si=fed2998d1df04819You can also follow us on social media at:https://x.com/NBA_NowAndThenhttps://www.instagram.com/nba_nowandthen_pod/https://www.facebook.com/p/NBA-Now-Then-The-Greatest-Comparisons-61565961279155/For EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcast.Patreonhttps://patreon.com/NBAnowandthenThanks for being a valued member of our NBA comparison community! 🙏

This NBA player comparison features two of the best rebounders in history. Although they played different positions during different eras, Andre Drummond and Dennis Rodman are considered elite front court players with a number of accolades.We explore their upbringing and how they managed to play collegiate basketball even though they had rough circumstances surrounding their childhood. We also dive into their numbers, pointing out key aspects of their interior game. In addition, the podcast reveals various achievements they earned and which teammates impacted their careers the most.What statistical milestones do they share? How did they adjust to the NBA game at the start of their careers? Who guided them along their path to All-Star status? We answer these questions, and many more, as we compare Dennis Rodman to Andre Drummond.* With our episodes, we compare NBA stars, not necessarily to see who is better, but to juxtapose their basketball journeys for the enrichment of the game.🚨SUBSCRIBE TODAY🚨 to our YouTube Channel to get the most comprehensive comparison content you can’t find anywhere else on the Internet. YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@NBA_NowandThenFor even more in-depth analysis in our NBA star comparisons, follow our top rated podcast on:Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nba-now-then-the-greatest-nba-comparisons/id1719385939Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/6InOcpu5oRPfYnjn7PEAOf?si=fed2998d1df04819You can also follow us on social media at:https://x.com/NBA_NowAndThenhttps://www.instagram.com/nba_nowandthen_pod/https://www.facebook.com/p/NBA-Now-Then-The-Greatest-Comparisons-61565961279155/For EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcast.Patreonhttps://patreon.com/NBAnowandthenThanks for being a valued member of our NBA comparison community! 🙏

Dikembe Mutombo and Rudy Gobert. Hakeem Olajuwon and Joel Embiid. Draymond Green and Metta World Peace. What do these NBA stars have in common? In this special compilation episode, former guests of our show provide their insight into the careers of these defensive juggernauts. From their unique perspective, guests pick between a pair of All-NBA defenders, providing reasons for their choice. You can listen to the full interview episodes and follow our featured guests on their social media by clicking the links below. Enjoy!NBANAT Featured Guests:Interview | Christopher Kline, Staff Writer for FansidedInterview | Chris Wylde, Clipcast Host, comedian and ActorInterview | Mike Gioseffi,  @SportsCardsNonsense  Ringer Podcast HostInterview | Zach Ciavolella, Digital Editor for Philly Metro and 76ers Beat Reporter at Philly Sports NetworkInterview | Dusty Garza, NBA Writer/Analyst for News4SA, KABBFox29, and NBATVInterview | Paul Knepper, Author of The Knicks of the 90sInterview | Larry Atkins, Author of "Foul or Fair? Ethical and Social Issues in Sports" / Journalism professor at Temple University and Arcadia University Interview | Sherwin Vasallo, Owner and operator of AP Baller, Acceleration Performance training facility / player development coach for the University of Manitoba

In this NBA player comparison episode, two amazing point forwards from different eras are featured for their remarkable talent. Pascal Siakam and Lamar Odom had different starts in life and along their basketball journey. How were they impacted in their youth by the schools they attended? How similar and different were their collegiate careers? Which awards and honors do they share since wearing an NBA jersey? Which players stand out as key teammates when they shared the court?Uriah, Lucas, Maurice, and Ben answer these questions, and much more, in this episode of NBA Now and Then: The Greatest Comparisons, featuring Pascal Siakam and Lamar Odom.* With our episodes, we compare NBA stars, not necessarily to see who is better, but to juxtapose their basketball journeys for the enrichment of the game.🚨SUBSCRIBE TODAY🚨 to our YouTube Channel to get the most comprehensive comparison content you can’t find anywhere else on the Internet. YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@NBA_NowandThenFor even more in-depth analysis in our NBA star comparisons, follow our top rated podcast on:Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nba-now-then-the-greatest-nba-comparisons/id1719385939Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/6InOcpu5oRPfYnjn7PEAOf?si=fed2998d1df04819You can also follow us on social media at:https://x.com/NBA_NowAndThenhttps://www.instagram.com/nba_nowandthen_pod/https://www.facebook.com/p/NBA-Now-Then-The-Greatest-Comparisons-61565961279155/For EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcast.Patreonhttps://patreon.com/NBAnowandthenThanks for being a valued member of our NBA comparison community! 🙏

This comparison of NBA stars from different eras features Klay Thompson and Chris Mullin. Although they are known for their elite shooting, we peel back so much more to their careers. Uriah, Lucas, Maurice, and Ben explore key aspects of their upbringing. We also deep dive into their remarkable statistics along with a number of awards they earned throughout their basketball journeys. We round things off with a list of unique players they shared the court with as teammates.How did Klay Thompson and Chris Mullin perform at the high school level? Why did these NBA stars from different coasts choose their respective colleges? Where do they rank on the all-time list of shooting for the same franchise? What accolades do they share? And which teammates complemented their play whenever they took the court?We answer these questions, and so much more, in our latest episode of NBA Now & Then: The Greatest Comparisons. 🚨SUBSCRIBE TODAY🚨 to our YouTube Channel to get the most comprehensive comparison content you can’t find anywhere else on the Internet. YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@NBA_NowandThenFor even more in-depth analysis in our NBA star comparisons, follow our top rated podcast on:Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nba-now-then-the-greatest-nba-comparisons/id1719385939Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/6InOcpu5oRPfYnjn7PEAOf?si=fed2998d1df04819You can also follow us on social media at:https://x.com/NBA_NowAndThenhttps://www.instagram.com/nba_nowandthen_pod/https://www.facebook.com/p/NBA-Now-Then-The-Greatest-Comparisons-61565961279155/For EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcast.Patreonhttps://patreon.com/NBAnowandthenThanks for being a valued member of our NBA comparison community! 🙏

On this episode from our 50-40-90 Interview series, Uriah and Lucas interview one of the most passionate and dedicated basketball trainers in all of Canada. Sherwin Vasallo's story will inspire your competitive spirit, and his training program will enhance your basketball skillset, just the same.This interview reveals how and why Sherwin was able to be a walk-on player at the University of WInnipeg and how his focus on kinesthesia led to his success in the strength and conditioning field. He breaks down reasons why building power as an undersized guard is as critical as skill development.You can follow Sherwin Vasallo on Instagram and on X.For info on his Small Ball App, visit the website.

This NBA player comparison, featuring Jaylen Brown and Andre Iguodala, reveals similarities and distinctions between these two super-athletic wings from different eras. Despite never being the number one option on their respective teams, these two cerebral players have more in common than stats and accolades. How are their upbringings alike? What teammates did they both share at various points of their careers? How did their high school and college experiences impact their skill development and maturation? Why are numerous aspects of their careers parallel, and what does this mean to their legacies?We answer these questions, and more, in this episode of NBA Now and Then: The Greatest Comparisons.🚨SUBSCRIBE TODAY🚨 to our YouTube Channel to get the most comprehensive comparison content you can’t find anywhere else on the Internet. YoutTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@NBA_NowandThenFor even more in-depth analysis in our NBA star comparisons, follow our top rated podcast on:Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nba-now-then-the-greatest-nba-comparisons/id1719385939Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/6InOcpu5oRPfYnjn7PEAOf?si=fed2998d1df04819You can also follow us on social media at:https://x.com/NBA_NowAndThenhttps://www.instagram.com/nba_nowandthen_pod/https://www.facebook.com/p/NBA-Now-Then-The-Greatest-Comparisons-61565961279155/For EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcast.Patreonhttps://patreon.com/NBAnowandthenThanks for being a valued member of our NBA comparison community! 🙏

In this NBA player comparison of Trae Young to Tim Hardaway, we reveal unique aspects of their careers along with some striking similarities.Who inspired these two dynamic point guards to thrive in the NBA despite their small frames? What accolades did they earn, and which statistics stand out between the two electrifying point guards? Which teammates helped Young and Hardaway achieve the success they had during their respective time periods in the NBA?Lucas, Uriah, Maurice, and Ben answer these questions and more in this episode. They dive deep into the careers of Trae Young and Tim Hardaway, Sr. to show how special their careers have been since entering the league. 🚨SUBSCRIBE TODAY🚨 to our YouTube Channel to get the most comprehensive comparison content you can’t find anywhere else on the Internet. YoutTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@NBA_NowandThenFor even more in-depth analysis in our NBA star comparisons, follow our top rated podcast on:Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nba-now-then-the-greatest-nba-comparisons/id1719385939Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/6InOcpu5oRPfYnjn7PEAOf?si=fed2998d1df04819You can also follow us on social media at:https://x.com/NBA_NowAndThenhttps://www.instagram.com/nba_nowandthen_pod/https://www.facebook.com/p/NBA-Now-Then-The-Greatest-Comparisons-61565961279155/For EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcast.Patreonhttps://patreon.com/NBAnowandthenThanks for being a valued member of our NBA comparison community! 🙏

This NBA player comparison of Paul George to Tracy McGrady takes you along their journeys from childhood to NBA stardom. After Uriah juxtaposes their vastly different high school experiences and college careers, Lucas lists some fascinating NBA statistical comparisons along with numerous individual awards accrued over their time in the NBA. Maurice rounds things out with the teammates of George and McGrady, challenging listeners to name players, coaches, and front office figures who were shared by Paul George and Tracy McGrady.What was Paul George's coach like in high school? How many NBA recruits had their eyes on Tracy McGrady at a prestigious Las Vegas tournament? What NBA accolades do they share, and which NBA coach had a significant impact on both stars? We answer these questions, and tons of more, as we present to you our Paul George and Tracy McGrady comparison.🚨SUBSCRIBE TODAY🚨 to our YouTube Channel to get the most comprehensive comparison content you can’t find anywhere else on the Internet. YoutTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@NBA_NowandThenFor even more in-depth analysis in our NBA star comparisons, follow our top rated podcast on:Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nba-now-then-the-greatest-nba-comparisons/id1719385939Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/6InOcpu5oRPfYnjn7PEAOf?si=fed2998d1df04819You can also follow us on social media at:https://x.com/NBA_NowAndThenhttps://www.instagram.com/nba_nowandthen_pod/https://www.facebook.com/p/NBA-Now-Then-The-Greatest-Comparisons-61565961279155/For EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcast.Patreonhttps://patreon.com/NBAnowandthenThanks for being a valued member of our NBA comparison community! 🙏