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On this bonus episode of Bleav in DMV Hoops, Matt Modderno talks to American University star forward Matt Rogers. Rogers is also a Wizards fan and current intern for the Washington Mystics so we thought his experience may be interesting to fellow Wizards fans as well.
American University forward Matt Rogers returns to the show to talk about his decision to return to AU for a 5th season. Roger is a true student athlete and talks about how the AU education, the program's family atmosphere, and their unfinished business from last season all led to his decision to run it back. We talk about the influence of head coach Duane Simpkins on the program, which returning players are likely to take a jump this season, what they learned from last year, how he's grown on and off the court, and what the offseason is like for a D1 basketball player. Plus, AU's biggest rivals, his toughest matchups, and who the Wizards should take with the #2 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. If you want to go behind-the-scenes on what it's like to be on a college basketball team, this is the episode for you! Presented by betonline.ag! -
0:00 - intro
2:00 - Danny Hurley to the Lakers?
7:00 - Brian Keefe named new Wizards head coach, Will Dawkins's comments
17:00 - Emphasis on player development
22:00 - Keefe's role in the pre-draft process & being aligned with the front office
37:00 - Nikola Topic with the #2 pick despite injury concerns
47:00 - Draft philosophy and dealing with sketchy agents
51:00 - NBA Finals predictions
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Since we have a lot of Maryland basketball fans that listen to the show, I'm including an episode of Bleav in DMV Hoops with former Maryland center Damonte Dodd here as well. Make sure to subscribe to the separate DMV Hoops feed if you want more local college basketball coverage!
On this week's Bleav in DMV Hoops, Maryland Basketball alum Damonte Dodd joins to talk about his years at Maryland ('13-'17) and now his multi-year professional career overseas. Dodd shares some great stories about playing for Mark Turgeon, playing alongside guys like Melo Trimble and Jake Layman, their NCAA Tournament runs, putting in work over the summers, and having fun off the court with things like the Running Man Challenge. He has a lot of great stories about playing in the BIG10 Conference and shares who the worst fanbases were, who he liked playing against the most, and who his favorite teammates were. Since graduating, Dodd has played in countries like Mexico, Poland, Czech Republic, Kosovo, and Japan. We talk about his favorite places he's played in, what he's learned from playing across the globe, having teammates who don't speak the same language, what the food is like, and so much more! This is a can't-miss episode for Maryland fans! Presented by betonline.ag! -
Matt Modderno is joined by NBA Draft analyst Ersin Demir to discuss the center prospects in the 2024 NBA Draft. In this episode, they cover options for the Wizards with the #2 pick: Alex Sarr and Donovan Clingan. They also break down bigs who could be in play with the 26th pick: Kyle Filipowski, Yves Missi, Zach Edey, Kel'el Ware, and DaRon Holmes II. They close with other names who could be options at 51 or undrafted: Adem Bona, Oso Ighodaro, Ulrich Chomche, PJ Hall, Izan Almansa, and Jonathan Mogbo. Presented by betonline.ag!
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The Washington Wizards have officially announced Brian Keefe as their head coach! Jahadi White and Matt Modderno are back to discuss the hire and what that means for the team moving forward. They also explain the importance of how Keefe fills out the rest of his staff and the types of coaches they'd like to see added. Next, they cover rumors that Alex Sarr could be available for the Wizards at #2 and lessons they can learn from past highly selected big men like Marvin Bagley and Kwame Brown. Matt asks Jahadi about why Kwame didn't pan out in Washington and Jahadi also provides some advice to their future picks. Plus, Bilal Coulibaly grew another inch, Corey Kispert is a top off-ball shooting threat, and a few words on Bill Walton's impact on the game. Presented by betonline.ag!
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Jahadi White and Matt Modderno break down rumors of Kyle Kuzma being on the trading block and what potential deals would even be worth considering. Also, does it make sense for the Wizards to try to trade down from the #2 pick? There's also a young player on a current playoff team who would be an intriguing trade target that they discuss. Matt gets Jahadi's reaction to his take that Tyus Jones will be back on the Wizards next season and they react to what that could mean for Jordan Poole's continued development. They also talk about some coaching staff additions and whether JB Bickerstaff should be a head coaching candidate in Washington. Plus, who is the current Wizard with the best chance of eventually making it into the Hall of Fame? Presented by betonline.ag!
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NBA Draft and college basketball analyst Ryan Hammer (@ryanhammer09 on X) joins Matt Modderno to discuss who the Wizards should take with each of their draft picks. He also shares some of his winners from the NBA Draft Combine and prospects he's higher on than consensus. We covered all of the likely candidates at #2 plus Isaiah Collier, Carlton "Bub" Carrington, Kyshawn George, Nikola Djurisic, AJ Johnson, Ajay Mitchell, DaRon Holmes II, Yves Missi, Kel'el Ware, Zach Edey, Baylor Scheierman, Devin Carter, Bronny James, and many more! Presented by betonline.ag!
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Jahadi White and Matt Modderno react to the Wizards getting the #2 pick. They talk about their options with the #2 pick, which types of players they'd prioritize, and how it influences the Wizards team-building strategy. They analyze the comments of Wizards CEO Ted Leonsis and Wizards GM Will Dawkins as well as Kyle Kuzma and Brandon Ingram trade rumors. Plus, Jahadi gives his perspective on Bilal Coulibaly basically calling out Pascal Siakam. Presented by betonline.ag!
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The Washington Wizards will have the #2 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft lottery! Matt is joined by Brendan Smith (@threezustrist) of the Wizards of Gallery Place podcast to react to the lottery. They talk thru the likely candidates with the pick, their personal favorites, and possible scenarios that could play out. They discuss Alex Sarr, Nikola Topic, Zaccharie Risacher, Donovan Clingan, Rob Dillingham, and others. Presented by betonline.ag!
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Jahadi White and Matt Modderno talk about the impending NBA Draft lottery on Sunday night, what the Wizards' odds are, and the type of players they should be prioritizing in the draft. They also discuss what is going on with the Wizards' coaching search and the types of candidates they should be interviewing. Topics also include Corey Kispert's improvement based on the front office's guidance and whether teams complaining about officiating actually helps them. Presented by betonline.ag!
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0:00 - Intro
2:59 - Cleaning house in the front office & hosting draft prospects
20:34 - Jahadi on comradery among players when losing
22:45 - Michael Winger’s comments on the team’s improvements
29:56 - Analytics for the season: shooting around the rim & three-point shooting
46:35 - Deni Avdija’s improvement & MIP voting
51:07- Jahadi’s take on Jontay Porter’s betting woes & referee Tim Donaghy
1:02:22 - Poole & Beal named in poll of most overrated players in the league
1:13:29 - Outro
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0:00 - Intro
1:21 - Rode on his master’s degree & Liberty education
2:07 - Kyle’s takeaways & experience at the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament
10:40 - Transitioning from the college 3pt line to the NBA line
12:02 - Communication with NBA scouts and execs
13:12 - What role can Rode play on an NBA team?
14:27 - Developing his passing abilities
15:56 - Kyle’s versatility on the court
17:11 - Targeting the rim when shooting
19:24 - Maintaining loyalty in the transfer portal era
21:06 - Rode talks about Liberty's Coach McKay
22:11 - Toughness at the college and NBA level
23:36 - Growth & improvement post-college
25:10 - The impact of spacing on shooting
26:17 - Rodes’ relationship with Brogan Parsons
29:04 - Rapid fire questions
33:55 - Social media plug
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0:00 - Intro/Season overview
3:22 - Coulibaly & Vukcevic: Is this the Wizards’ best two-person rookie class this century?
12:37 - Coaching staff’s takeaways from the season
21:24 - Front office attempts to rebuild the organization’s reputation
27:00 - Team chemistry
32:43 - Keefe’s reception from players
34:06 - Players’ exit interviews, expectations for next season
40:27 - What happens to Tyus Jones this offseason?
43:26 - Is Jordan Poole the starting point guard next year?
48:56 - What it takes to maintain a loyal fanbase amid a losing season
52:13 - Are Avdija and Kispert knockdown shooters?
54:33 - Closing thoughts
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0:00 - Intro
0:50 - Playoff watch
4:12 - Matt & Jahadi’s “grades” for the season
14:19 - How is the rebuild really going?
25:26 - Jared Butler’s new contract
27:08 - Selling high on younger players
29:20 - Does Wes Unseld Jr. deserve to be the scapegoat?
37:35 - What must be done to effectively lay out roles & expectations for players?
47:33 - Who stays for the Wizards’ long-term future?
58:53 - Has Brian Keefe done enough to earn his head coaching job beyond this year?
1:04:55 - Kentucky coaching search
1:10:41 - Outro
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We talk about the emergence of rookie Tristan Vukcevic, whether they've found a diamond-in-the-rough in Jared Butler, and if Jordan Poole has finally turned a corner. We also talked about Deni Avdija's recent play and how he's been the Wizards' best player the last few months. Also, Matt asks what the benefit there is from playing Anthony Gill over some of the young guys, if any other young players have a chance to contribute long term, and gives a recap of the Capital City Go-Go's playoff elimination. We close the show by discussing Ted Leonsis's failed move to Virginia. Presented by betonline.ag!
0:00 - Intro
1:08 - Season overview
1:33 - Jahadi talks Tristan Vukcevic
4:34 - International vs. NBA playing styles
6:06 - Gilbert Arenas's comments on Nikola Jokic
9:48 - Vukcevic’s rookie breakthrough
15:28 - Why play older guys over the young guys still?
18:04 - Gill & Vukcevic dynamic
18:48 - Will Vukcevic’s emergence impact the Wizards’ drafting strategy?
21:09 - Poole’s progress: Has he finally turned a corner?
29:04 - Jared Butler’s development
33:07 - Roster adjustments
41:48 - Keeping the Wizards in the District
55:33 - Outro
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American University head coach Duane Simpkins joins the podcast this week. Simpkins provided his perspective on how American's season went, having some key players returning for next year, bringing out the best in his players, and the type of program he wants to build and style of play he wants to implement. He also talks about playing at the University of Maryland for Gary Williams and what he's learned from other coaches he's worked for in the past. Simpkins provides some really detailed insight into what his team is looking to do on the offensive and defensive sides of the ball as well as what he learned in Year 1 as a college head coach. He also shares a story about playing for Boston Celtics great Robert Parish in the USBL and why the DMV is the best basketball area in the country. Presented by betonline.ag!
0:00 - Welcoming American head coach Duane Simpkins
0:36 - Off-season expectations
2:48 - Takeaways on Simpkins’ first season
4:22 - Defensive struggles & offensive strengths
7:21 - Matt Rogers, Lincoln Ball, Colin Small’s fifth-year returns & incoming recruits
9:16 - The value of obtaining an American Univ. degree
11:46 - Simpkins’ overseas experience
13:34 - Recruiting in the DMV
16:39 - Rogers’ improvements, maximizing team efforts
20:05 - Trusting team roles & building relationships off-court
22:25 - Incorporating old with the new like Flex offense wrinkles
24:03 - Simpkins talks playing under coach Gary Williams at Maryland
28:19 - American’s playing style & expectations for next season
29:56 - Impacts of playing a no-middle defense
32:00 - Simpkins’ memories with USBL coach and Celtic great Robert Parish
33:15 - Fun facts about Simpkins
34:33 - Where will American Basketball be in 5 years?
38:10 - What sets DMV basketball apart from the rest?
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Domo (@Domo8186 ) of the Wizards of Gallery Place podcast joins Matt Modderno this week to talk about NBA Draft prospects the Wizards could take with their three 2024 draft picks. With the NCAA tournament coming up, this episode is primarily focus on guys who are competing in March Madness this year so Wizards fans will know who to keep an eye on during the tournament. Prospects covered include: Reed Sheppard, Rob Dillingham, Cody Williams, Stephon Castle, Ja'Kobe Walter, Dalton Knecht, Donovan Clingan, Kel'el Ware, Ryan Dunn, Kyshawn George, Carlton "Bub" Carrington, D.J. Wagnerm Justin Edwards, Zach Edey, DaRon Holmes II, Terrence Shannon Jr., Jaylon Tyson, Ajay Mitchell, Trey Alexander, Baylor Scheierman, Tyrese Proctor, Aaron Bradshaw, and more. Presented by betonline.ag!
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Jahadi White and Matt Modderno break down what they want to see from the Wizards the rest of the year and what they need to address to improve next season. They also talk about the late-season addition of Tristan Vukcevic. Jahadi gives advice to Vukcevic and they go over things the Wizards can do to help him acclimate more seamlessly. Jahadi explains how a young center can improve his defense and rebounding, the two biggest areas for growth in Vukcevic's game. Additional topics will include: Deni Avdija's rebounding, prioritizing Bilal Coulibaly's development, Jordan Poole's confidence, potential coaching staff additions, the importance of defensive communication, Washington as a free agency destination, playing in the NCAA Tournament, and much more! Presented by betonline.ag!
0:00 Intro
1:30 Current team evaluation
8:00 Vukcevic signing reaction
21:00 Jahadi explains the importance of defensive communication
26:00 Deni’s rebounding has helped Washington in multiple ways this season
34:00 Jordan Poole Check-In
44:00 Coaching Candidates
55:00 Wizards Free Agency Appeal
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In the episode, Matt Modderno and Nick Kalinowski (@kalidrafts) covered NBA draft prospects who are currently playing at schools in the greater DMV area. We break down their games and the likelihood of them making it onto an NBA roster. Find more detailed DMV basketball coverage on our separate Bleav in DMV Hoops feed: https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-dmv-hoops/
Virginia: Reece Beekman, Ryan Dunn
Maryland: Julian Reese, Jahmir Young, DeShawn Harris-Smith
Outside the DMV: Malik Mack (Harvard), Bub Carrington (Pittsburgh)
Georgetown: Jayden Epps, Dontrez Styles
Virginia Tech: Hunter Catoor
George Mason: Keyshawn Hall, Darius Maddox, Amari Kelly, Woody Newton
George Washington: Darren Buchanan, Garrett Johnson, James Bishop IV, Maximus Edwards
JMU: Terrence Edwards, TJ Bickerstaff
Howard: Bryce Harris, Shyheim Odom, Seth Towns, Marcus Dockery
American: Matt Rogers, Matt Mayock
VCU: Max Shulga
Richmond: Jordan King
ODU: Chaunce Jenkins
Towson: Christian May
UMBC: Dion Brown
Mount St. Mary's: Dakota Leffew
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Jahadi White and Matt Modderno covered:-the Lakers game and any positive takeaways-whether Jordan Poole has turned the corner & his fit next to Tyus Jones-what the team needs from Kyle Kuzma moving forward-the positives of Marvin Bagley's game-Is Deni Avdija on the best contract in the NBA?-pregame routines based on an article from Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports-the Wizards giving Johnny Davis every opportunity to show something-what to expect in the Clippers game-Jahadi responds to Charles Barkley's comments on load managementChase's article: https://www.monumentalsportsnetwork.com/article/The-numbers-behind-Corey-Kispert-and-Tyus-Jones-pregame-shooting-routinesPresented by betonline.ag!
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