World of Basketball with Fran Fraschilla

Dušan Bulut - The GOAT of 3x3

podcasts@siriusxm.com (dusan bulut, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 7 Jul 2022 16:10:53 +0000

In the final episode of World of Basketball for this season, Fran Fraschilla is joined by Dušan Bulut, the GOAT of 3x3 basketball . Dusan talks about growing up in Novi Sad in Serbia, why he loves the 3x3 format, how he made his way to the BIG3, and a whole lot more.

Revisiting Dyson Daniels and Jeremy Sochan

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, dyson daniels, jeremy sochan) — Thu, 30 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0000

With Fran Fraschilla in France this week on 3x3 duties, we replay his interviews with two former guests who were drafted inside the top ten in last weeks NBA Draft. First up, Fran's chat with Australian Dyson Daniels, who was drafted at pick #8 by the New Orleans Pelicans. Then, we hear from Poland's own Jeremy Sochan, who was drafted at pick #9 to the San Antonio Spurs.

NBA Draft Preview with David Hein

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, david hein) — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 16:00:44 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by David Hein of heinnews.com. The two talk about the likely #1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft; Victor Wembanyama, before digging into all of the international prospects in this years draft.

Jonquel Jones - Reigning WNBA MVP

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, jonquel jones) — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by the reigning WNBA MVP Jonquel Jones. The two discuss the season that the Connecticut Sun are having so far, where she got her rebounding instincts from, how growing up in the Bahamas built toughness and work ethic, and a whole lot more.

Taylor Materne - Writer of "Hustle"

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, taylor materne) — Thu, 9 Jun 2022 12:36:19 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by Taylor Materne, the screenwriter of Adam Sandler's new Netflix film "Hustle". The two discuss the quality of the basketball in the movie, the process of developing the concept, how excited he was when Adam Sandler came on board the project, and a whole lot more.

Listener Mailbag

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, chris tyler) — Thu, 2 Jun 2022 17:44:56 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla talks about his experience at the world premiere of the new Adam Sandler film "Hustle." Then, we answer all of your questions about international hoops in our first ever Mailbag segment.

Mirin Fader - Author

podcasts@siriusxm.com (mirin fader, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 26 May 2022 07:00:00 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by Mirin Fader, author of "Giannis: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP". The two discuss how she first decided that Giannis' story needed to be turned into a book, the challenges that came with writing this book during the pandemic, how international players have changed basketball in the States, and a whole lot more.

Marty Clarke - NBA Global Academy

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, marty clarke) — Thu, 19 May 2022 14:29:19 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by Marty Clarke, the Technical Director of the NBA Global Academy in Australia. The two discuss how why the NBA Global Academy is such a great pathway for young players, what makes Josh Giddey such an amazing player, how great it is to have basketball back in his home state of Tasmania, and a whole lot more.

Kyle Hines - Olimpia Milano

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, kyle hines) — Thu, 12 May 2022 20:03:53 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined once again by three-time EuroLeague Best Defender Kyle Hines. The two discuss how he's managed to keep up his high level of play for so long, how he's enjoyed his time playing in Italy, and a whole lot more.

Presenting The New Head Coach of USAB's 3x3 World Tour Team...Fran Fraschilla!

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, chris tyler) — Thu, 5 May 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla has just been announced the new head coach of USAB's 3x3 World Tour Team! He talks with producer Chris Tyler about this exciting new opportunity, as well as his role in Adam Sandler's upcoming Netflix movie "Hustle."

Kyle Montgomery - The Voice of 3x3

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, kyle montgomery) — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 14:20:04 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by the voice of 3x3 basketball in the States; Kyle Montgomery. The two talk about what makes 3x3 basketball great, why it's becoming so popular all around the world, which NBA players would make terrific 3x3 players, and a whole lot more.

Coach Roy Rana - Sacramento Kings

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Fran Fraschilla, Roy Rana) — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode of World of Basketball, Fran gets a chance to talk to Coach Roy Rana Toronto Native, Sacramento Kings assistant coach and a leader for the Nike Hoop Summit. Coach Rana is of Indian descent and was born in England. Rana served as head coach for Canada's Senior Men's National Team during the 2019 FIBA World Cup Americas Qualifiers where he led Canada to a 10-2 record and a first place finish in Group F to secure a 2019 FIBA World Cup bid. Rana is also one of the most successful high school coaches in Canada history.

Tom Hovasse - Japan Men's National Team Coach

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Tom Hovasse, Fran Fraschilla) — Thu, 7 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0000

On this weeks episode of World of Basketball Fran talks to Japan men's national basketball coach Tom Hovasse. Tom has quite the basketball journey from growing up in Colorado, playing at Penn State, coaching in the WNBA, selling cell phones, a cup of coffee in the NBA, to coaching the Japan women's national team to a silver medal to being appointed the men's head coach. If you love basketball, you'll appreciate Tom's journey

Bob McKillop - Davidson College Men's Head Basketball Coach

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Bob McKillop, Fran Fraschilla) — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Fran chats with longtime friend and head coach of Davidson College men's basketball Bob McKillop. Bob has been at Davidson for 32 seasons and counting, and is most known for coaching Stephen Curry. Bob is also known for adding international flavor to his teams. He's recruited roughly 30-40 foreign players to Davidson. Hear how Bob has established those connections and made Davidson a hotbed for international talent.

Hanno Möttölä - Finnish Basketball Legend

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, Hanno Möttölä) — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former Utah Ute and Atlanta Hawk Hanno Möttölä. The two talk about moving to the States and playing under Coach Majerus, the current state of Finnish basketball, what the NCAA needs to do with the shot clock, and a whole lot more.

World of Basketball's March Madness Special - 2022 Edition!

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 23:19:00 +0000

On the eve of March Madness, Fran Fraschilla brings you a very special BONUS EPISODE of World of Basketball. Along with producer Chris Tyler, Fran runs through all of the teams and players in the tournament with a connection to international basketball.

BONUS EPISODE: Mo Creek - Former Mykolaiv Guard

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, mo creek) — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 12:55:24 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Mo Creek, former Indiana Hoosier who was playing in Ukraine before being forced to flee due to the war. The two talk about the feeling around Ukraine in the lead-up to the war breaking out, where he was when the war started, how he made his way out of Ukraine, how it felt to see his family again, and a whole lot more.

Ian O'Connor - Author of 'Coach K: The Rise and Reign of Mike Krzyzewski'

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, ian oconnor) — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 17:02:44 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Ian O'Connor, author of "Coach K: The Rise and Reign of Mike Krzyzewski". The two talk about Coach K's childhood, how he was selected as the Head Coach of Team USA, his early relationship with LeBron James and Kobe Bryant, and a whole lot more.

Scott Morrison - Perth Wildcats Head Coach

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, scott morrison) — Thu, 3 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla welcomes back Scott Morrison, now the head coach of the Perth Wildcats in the NBL. The two talk about coaching during a Covid interrupted season, the comparison between the G-League and the NBL, the Aussie work ethic, what he learned from coaching under Brad Stevens, and a whole lot more.

DJ Kennedy - Former St Johns Star and TBT Legend

podcasts@siriusxm.com (dj kennedy, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 24 Feb 2022 15:33:34 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former St Johns star and TBT legend DJ Kennedy. The two talk about what it's like playing for a Ukrainian team during the current Russia-Ukraine crisis, what he learned as a younger player playing internationally, how Overseas Elite was formed, and a whole lot more.

Franz and Mo Wagner - Orlando Magic

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, franz wagner, mo wagner) — Thu, 17 Feb 2022 19:04:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by brothers Franz and Mo Wagner of the Orlando Magic. They talk about what it's like to be teammates, how surprised they both are at the level Franz has been playing at, why they decided to take the college path rather than playing professionally in Germany, the youth of the Orlando Magic, and a whole lot more.

Christian Koloko - Arizona Wildcats

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, christian koloko) — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 17:30:33 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Arizona big man Christian Koloko. The two talk about growing up in Cameroon, his improvement since he got to Arizona, the impact of Coach Lloyd, the international players on Arizona's roster, being called a project, and a whole lot more.

Oscar Tshiebwe - Kentucky Wildcats

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, oscar tshiebwe, mike decourcy) — Thu, 3 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Kentucky big man and National Player of the Year candidate Oscar Tshiebwe. The two talk about the art of rebounding, where his newfound confidence has come from, how much he loves playing for Kentucky, and a whole lot more. Then, Mike DeCourcy of Sporting News jumps on to talk about Oscar's dominant season so far.

Zach Edey - Purdue Boilermakers

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, zach edey, mike decourcy) — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 14:04:17 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Purdue big man and Canadian Zach Edey. The two talk about his background as a baseball player the players he looks at for inspiration, why Purdue was such a good fit for him, his relationship with Coach Painter, representing Canada, and a whole lot more. Then, Mike DeCourcy of Sporting News jumps on to talk about the rise of Edey, from a tall first baseman to a college basketball star.

Dyson Daniels - NBA G League Ignite

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, dyson daniels) — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 14:02:42 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by NBA G League Ignite star and 2022 lottery hopeful Dyson Daniels. The two talk about why he chose to play in the G League instead of going to college, how his Australian basketball background has helped him in the US, his goal of playing for the Australian National Team, and a whole lot more.

Jeremy Sochan - Baylor Bears

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, jeremy sochan) — Thu, 13 Jan 2022 20:18:32 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Baylor Bears freshman Jeremy Sochan. The two talk about what his freshman year has been like so far, why he chose to play at Baylor, how playing rugby and soccer helped his basketball development, why playing for the Polish National Team means so much to him, and more.

David Hein - International Basketball Journalist

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, david hein) — Thu, 6 Jan 2022 17:37:32 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by David Hein of the Taking The Charge podcast (https://takingthecharge.substack.com). The two talk about the current state of play in the EuroLeague and how Covid is affecting the season, which countries are producing the most underage talent, the best prospects across all of Europe, and more.

2021 Year In Review

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla takes you through the highlights from some of our favorite episodes of World of Basketball from 2021. Featured guests include Sandro Mamukelashvili, Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua, Charles Bassey, Josh Giddey, Amadou Fall, Brian Goorjian, Jeff Van Gundy, Boban Marjanovic, and Patty Mills.

Revisiting Jeff Van Gundy

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, jeff van gundy) — Thu, 23 Dec 2021 15:17:31 +0000

This week, we replay Fran's chat with Jeff Van Gundy. The two chat about what was a terrific Olympics, talking not only about Team USA gold medal campaign, but all of the other players, teams, and FIBA rules that impressed Van Gundy throughout the tournament.

Andrew Nembhard - Gonzaga Point Guard

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Fran Fraschilla, Andrew Nembhard) — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 16:52:30 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Gonzaga Point Guard Andrew Nembhard to talk about the Bulldogs 2021-2022 season, the rise of Canada Basketball and his basketball journey.

Maxi Kleber - Dallas Mavericks Forward

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Fran Fraschilla, Maxi Kleber) — Thu, 9 Dec 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Dallas Mavericks Forward Maxi Kleber to talk about his journey from Germany to the NBA.

Dan Grunfeld - Author of By The Grace of the Game/Former Stanford Forward

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Fran Fraschilla, Dan Grunfeld) — Thu, 2 Dec 2021 15:34:52 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Dan Grunfeld to talk about his new book By The Grace of The Game.

Patty Mills - Brooklyn Nets Guard

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Fran Fraschilla, Patty Mills) — Thu, 25 Nov 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Brooklyn Nets Guard Patty Mills this week. The two talk about Australia medaling at the Olympics, his time at Saint Mary's and joining the Brooklyn Nets this past summer.

Boban Marjanović - Dallas Mavericks Center

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Fran Fraschilla, Boban Marjanović) — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 16:17:48 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by the Dallas Mavericks Center Boban Marjanović for the World of Basketball Season 2 premiere. The two talk about his path to the NBA, what makes Serbia basketball culture so special and what he hopes to accomplish in the 2021-2022 NBA season.

Season 2 Trailer

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Fran Fraschilla) — Sun, 14 Nov 2021 22:56:11 +0000

Season 2 of World of Basketball with Fran Fraschilla will debut late this week. Enjoy interesting conversations with some of the biggest international basketball players hooping it up domestically or across the world. Hear informative interviews from scouts, coaches, executives and players as they discuss the global expansion of the game of basketball and more.

Olympics Recap with Jeff Van Gundy

podcasts@siriusxm.com (jeff van gundy, fran fraschilla) — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 18:05:18 +0000

In the final episode of World of Basketball for this season, Fran Fraschilla is joined by Team USA's Jeff Van Gundy. The two wrap up what was a terrific Olympics, talking not only about Team USA gold medal campaign, but all of the other players, teams, and FIBA rules that impressed Van Gundy throughout the tournament.

Revisiting Brian Goorjian - Australian Boomers Head Coach

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, brian goorjian) — Wed, 4 Aug 2021 14:35:55 +0000

This week, we replay Fran's chat with the Head Coach of the Australian Boomers Brian Goorjian. The two talk about his preparation for the Olympics, the chemistry that the Australian players have with one another, what an Olympic gold medal would mean to Australia, and a whole lot more.

John Hollinger - The Athletic

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, john hollinger) — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:23:15 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by John Hollinger of The Athletic. The two talk about how he developed PER, how he made his way to the Grizzlies front office, and how he uses analytics to determine the transition between mid-level European leagues and the NBA. Plus he gives us his thoughts on some of the international players tipped to go in the first round of the NBA Draft.

Mike DeCourcy - Basketball Journalist

podcasts@siriusxm.com (mike decourcy, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Mike DeCourcy of Sporting News. The two talk about the upcoming Olymics, their thoughts on Coach Popovic, how international players have changed basketball, the changing landscape of college basketball, and more.

Canyon Barry - 3x3 World Cup Champion

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, canyon barry) — Thu, 15 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former Florida Gators star and 3x3 World Cup Champion Canyon Barry. The two talk about the sport of 3x3 basketball, his upbringing in the Barry household, the science behind underhand free throws, and more.

Tokyo Olympics Special

Thu, 8 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0000

With the Tokyo Olympics right around the corner, Fran takes a look at some of the best teams in the tournament using audio from previous episodes of World of Basketball. Guests that appear in this episode include:

- Jerry Colangelo

- Sergio Scariolo

- Andrew Gaze

- Brian Goorjian

- Chris Anstey

- Jeff Van Gundy

- Lauren Jackson

- Luis Scola

Chris Anstey - Former Boomer

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, chris anstey) — Thu, 1 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former NBA first-round draft pick and two-time Olympian Chris Anstey. The two talk about Ben Simmons' decision to withdraw from the Olympics, why representing your country is so special, the culture of Boomers basketball, what it was like playing alongside Steve Nash, and a whole lot more.

You can also find Anstey's new book "Tall Tales" at chrisanstey.com.au

Deni Avdija - Washington Wizards

podcasts@siriusxm.com (deni avdija, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by the Washington Wizards' 2020 lottery pick Deni Avdija. The two talk about how his rehab is coming along, what he learned from his first year in the NBA, what it was like playing for Maccabi Tel Aviv from such a young age, and a whole lot more.

Keith Langford - European Basketball Legend

podcasts@siriusxm.com (keith langford, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former Kansas Jayhawk and European Basketball Legend Keith Langford. The two talk about what it takes for an American to succeed in Europe, why he chose to attend Kansas University, how he made his way to Europe after college, the experience of playing in Russia, and a whole lot more.

Brian Goorjian - Australian Boomers Head Coach

podcasts@siriusxm.com (brian goorjian, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by the Head Coach of the Australian Boomers Brian Goorjian. The two discuss a variety of topics, including:

Brian on getting prepared for the Olympics
Brian on NBA players coming over at different times
Brian on the chemistry that the Boomers players have with each other
Brian on the Australian basketball culture
Brian on how important Delly’s grit is to the Boomers team
Brian on how he will use Joe Ingles
Brian on his transition into coaching
Brian on the negatives of coaching in China
Brian on Yao Ming trying to change the culture of Chinese basketball
Brian on what an Olympic Medal would mean for Australia

Euroleague Final Four Preview with David Hein

podcasts@siriusxm.com (david hein, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 27 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by David Hein of heinnews.com to preview this weekend's Euroleague Final Four. Then, we hear from a handful of previous guests (including Luis Scola, Kyle Hines, Rick Pitino, Ettore Messina, Kevin Pangos, Errick McCollum and Davide Moretti) about what makes the Euroleague so special.

Amadou Gallo Fall - President of the Basketball Africa League

podcasts@siriusxm.com (amadou gallo fall, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 13 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by the President of the new Basketball Africa League Amadou Gallo Fall. The two discuss a variety of topics, including:

Amadou on the Basketball Africa League
Amadou on the goals of the Basketball Africa League
Amadou on the rise of African representation in basketball
Amadou on how he fell in love with the game of basketball
Amadou on getting discovered by a scout
Amadou on how basketball opened up for him at UDC
Amadou on the influence Donnie Nelson and the Mavs had on his career
Amadou on SEED Academy
Amadou on the first NBA Africa Game

Danilo Gallinari - Italian Basketball Star

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, danilo gallinari) — Thu, 6 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Atlanta Hawks veteran Danilo Gallinari. The two discuss a variety of topics, including:

Danilo on Chris Paul
Danilo on why he signed with Atlanta
Danilo on Trae Young
Danilo on Nate McMillan
Danilo on George Karl
Danilo on his father
Danilo on how he became such a good shooter
Danilo on turning professional in Europe
Danilo on what he remembers about Draft Night in 2008
Danilo on making the most of being a high draft pick in New York
Danilo on MSG
Danilo on being traded out of New York and how he deals with that part of the NBA
Danilo on how he’s been able to stay mentally focused throughout his injuries
Danilo on what he wants to do after his playing career ends
Danilo on playing in Milan as a young player
Danilo on the impact international basketball has had on the NBA

Josh Green - Dallas Mavericks Rookie

podcasts@siriusxm.com (josh green, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Dallas Mavericks Rookie Josh Green. The two discuss a variety of topics, including:

Josh on moving from Sydney to Phoenix
Josh on playing soccer and Aussie Rules growing up
Josh on how much his background in Aussie Rules helped him on the court
Josh on his relationship with his mom
Josh on what training camp was like for him last season
Josh on having to get Jalen Brunson's Chipotle
Josh on Luka Doncic
Josh on what he has learned from the veterans on his team
Josh on adjusting to playing off the bench
Josh on the confidence he got from playing in the G-League
Josh on Coach Miller
Josh on playing at Arizona with Nico Mannion
Josh on the McKale Center
Josh on wanting to play for the Boomers at the Olympics
Josh on the camaraderie between all the Aussie players in the NBA
Josh on what makes Australians such great teammates
Josh on leaving his family for the first time to attend IMG Academy
Josh on how good of a player he thinks he can become

Greg Collucci - NBA Global Academy

podcasts@siriusxm.com (greg collucci, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former George Washington player and current head of player pathways at the NBA Greg Collucci. The two discuss a variety of topics, including:

Greg on basketball becoming a global game
Greg on where his interest in international hoops came from
Greg on how the current crop of international players in the NBA have impacted the growth of basketball globally
Greg on being around KD in Shanghai
Greg on Basketball Without Borders
Greg on what the NBA is trying to achieve with their Global Academies
Greg on grooming players to go to college
Greg on the NBA Academy in India
Greg on the NBA Academy in Senegal
Greg on the lack of gyms in Africa
Greg on how he keeps up with all of his former players
Greg on the NBA Academy in Australia
Greg on international guys being great teammates
Greg on whether he wants to see the US have a basketball academy
Greg on how he became a part of the NBA Academy

Marty Pocius - Denver Nuggets Scout

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, marty pocius) — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former Duke Blue Devil and Lithuanian star Marty Pocius. The two discuss a variety of topics, including:

Marty on the basketball culture in Lithuania
Marty on the height of the Lithuanian population
Marty on a freak woodshop accident that injured his hand in school
Marty on making his way to prep school in the States
Marty on the basketball academies in Lithuania
Marty on going to Duke
Marty on JJ Redick
Marty on Coach K
Marty being a Duke player on campus
Marty on not having any regrets
Marty on the talent Duke brings in every year
Marty on playing for Zalgiris
Marty on the European rivalries
Marty on the Euroleague
Marty on comparing European basketball to college basketball
Marty on bringing Campazzo to the Nuggets
Marty on being a part of the Denver Nuggets front office
Marty on the influence that international players have had on the NBA
Marty on Nikola Jokic
Marty on Arvydas Sabonis
Marty on what it felt like to represent Lithuania

Bismack Biyombo - Charlotte Hornets

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, bismack biyombo) — Thu, 8 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Charlotte Hornets big man Bismack Biyombo. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Bismack on becoming a mentor to kids coming into the NBA
Bismack on the characteristics of a great NBA veteran
Bismack on how hard this season has been with the pandemic
Bismack on how his upbringing helped him to become the person and player he is today
Bismack on making his way to Qatar
Bismack on Coach Palma
Bismack on when NBA became a real possibility for him
Bismack on how much confidence his performance at the Nike Hoops Summit gave him
Bismack on the importance of giving back to the community he grew up in
Bismack on Flo Thamba
Bismack on the growth of basketball in Africa
Bismack on LaMelo Ball

Peyton Siva - 2013 NCAA National Champion

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, tommy lloyd, peyton siva) — Thu, 1 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former Louisville star and NCAA Champion Peyton Siva. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Peyton on what it takes to be a great player in Europe
Peyton on the similarity between European basketball and college
Peyton on Coach Aito
Peyton on what is different about European basketball
Peyton on developing his pick-and-roll game
Peyton on how his game was shaped by growing up in Seattle
Peyton on his High School rivalries
Peyton on why the basketball culture is so strong in Seattle
Peyton on why he chose to play at Louisville
Peyton on the last game at Freedom Hall
Peyton on the Louisville fanbase
Peyton on the competition in the Big East
Peyton on the Greek rivalries
Peyton on the biggest thing he learned from Coach Pitino
Peyton on the 2013 NCAA tournament
Peyton on making his way to Europe
Peyton on the German League
Peyton on Franz Wagner
Peyton on the Covid shutdown last season
Peyton on winning a championship in front of no fans

Jimmer Fredette - BYU Legend

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, jimmer fredette) — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former BYU superstar (now with the Shanghai Sharks) Jimmer Fredette. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Jimmer on the most surprising thing about playing basketball in China
Jimmer on why he thinks basketball is so popular in China
Jimmer on why no strong guards come out of China
Jimmer on how he got better throughout his four years at BYU
Jimmer on feeling invincible on the court
Jimmer on embracing the hate on the road
Jimmer on his shooting range opening up lanes for teammates
Jimmer on what he has learned in China that would have helped him in the NBA
Jimmer on coaches letting him be him on the court
Jimmer on the Panathinaikos-Olympiacos rivalry

Australian Draft Hopeful Josh Giddey, and his Former Coach Andrew Gaze

podcasts@siriusxm.com (andrew gaze, fran fraschilla, josh giddey) — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by an 18-year-old who could very well be the future of Australian basketball; Josh Giddey. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Josh on how his first professional season is going
Josh on what has surprised him about playing in the NBL
Josh on other players trash-talking him
Josh on Donald Sloan
Josh on Coach Conner Henry
Josh on being compared to players like Luka Doncic and Ben Simmons
Josh on Joe Ingles
Josh on how he developed his passing skills
Josh on the Australian Junior Championships
Josh on the decision to stay in Australia and play in the NBL
Josh on Andrew Gaze
Josh on how much time he spends in the gym
Josh on the AIS
Josh on playing as an under ager in Europe
Josh on how much the academy helped him from a fundamentals standpoint
Josh on what it’s like to see his name on mock drafts
Josh on the possibility of playing in the NBA
Josh on what he’s working on this season
Josh on where his eyes are when he’s running a ball screen
Josh on watching a lot of tape
Josh on how he developed to be such a different player to his dad
Josh on representing Australia and being a Boomer

World of Basketball's March Madness Special!

podcasts@siriusxm.com (chris tyler, fran fraschilla) — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Kofi Cockburn - Illinois Sophomore

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, kofi cockburn) — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Illinois big man Kofi Cockburn. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Kofi on whether he’s surprised by where he is after coming to the States from Jamaica
Kofi on what the season has been like for him so far
Kofi on growing up in Kingston, Jamaica
Kofi on how he got into basketball
Kofi on making his way over to the States
Kofi on his basketball connections in New York
Kofi on how he grew as a player once he got to the States
Kofi on wanting to put his name on the wall at Christ the King
Kofi on how he sees himself as a player now
Kofi on choosing Illinois
Kofi on Coach Underwood
Kofi on playing with Ayo
Kofi on Andre Curbelo
Kofi on the Big 10
Kofi on Luka Garza
Kofi on other players that have been tough to play against
Kofi on testing the waters last off-season
Kofi on the Achilles heel of this Illinois team
Kofi on the confidence of this Illinois team heading into the tournament

Nolan Smith - Duke Blue Devils Legend

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, nolan smith) — Thu, 4 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former Duke player and current Director of Basketball Nolan Smith. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Nolan on how he made his way to Croatia
Nolan on the NBA talent on his High School team
Nolan on why he chose Duke
Nolan on playing his All American game in Louisville
Nolan on the day-to-day experience playing for Coach K
Nolan on wanting to play with and against the best players in High School and College
Nolan on loving to play on the road in College
Nolan on the 2010 National Championship Game
Nolan on Brian Zoubek
Nolan on what he learned about himself playing in the NBA
Nolan on his experience in Croatia
Nolan on the similarities between Coach Repesa and Coach K
Nolan on Jusuf Nurkic
Nolan on the European rivalries
Nolan on his buzzer-beater against Partizan
Nolan on the racial injustices in America
Nolan on Coach McDermott’s comments

Kyle Wiltjer - Former College Basketball Star

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, kyle wiltjer) — Thu, 25 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former Kentucky Wildcat and Gonzaga Bulldog Kyle Wiltjer. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Kyle on playing in Turkey
Kyle on how much it helps to have North American teammates
Kyle on playing all over the world
Kyle on how his college basketball career helped his transition to European basketball
Kyle on his father
Kyle on the current Gonzaga team
Kyle on what he learned from Coach Cal
Kyle on playing in front of Big Blue Nation
Kyle on Anthony Davis
Kyle on how Coach Cal made him a better player
Kyle on winning a National Championship at Kentucky
Kyle on transferring to Gonzaga
Kyle on Domantas Sabonis
Kyle on the Olympiacos vs Panathinaikos rivalry
Kyle on how to succeed in Europe
Kyle on deciding between Europe and staying in the States
Kyle on the difference between college and European basketball
Kyle on the Canadian National Team
Kyle on playing for Coach Few
Kyle on the best thing about having played for Gonzaga

Santiago Vescovi - Tennessee Volunteer

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, santiago vescovi) — Thu, 11 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Tennessee Volunteer Santiago Vescovi. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Santi on why he chose to play basketball
Santi on Esteban Batista
Santi on the basketball culture in Uruguay
Santi on Basketball Without Borders
Santi on the Global Academy in Australia
Santi on playing against Josiah-Jordan James in San Antonio
Santi on his teammates and playing at Tennessee
Santi on the other players he played with or against in BWB
Santi on being compared to Manu Ginobili
Santi on being recruited by Tennessee
Santi on making his debut for Tennessee
Santi on Coach Barnes
Santi on becoming one of the veteran players on the team
Santi on how different it has been playing during the pandemic
Santi on the mental health of the players during the pandemic
Santi on how he is feeling physically
Santi on what it’d feel like to make the NBA
Santi on what areas he needs to focus on to improve his game
Santi on the NCAA tournament

A Breakdown of European Basketball with David Hein

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, david hein) — Thu, 4 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by European basketball journalist David Hein (heinnews.com // @heinnews). The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

David on the different routes young players take in Europe
David on German basketball
David on Berlin basketball
David on the benefits of playing underage in Europe
David on what it Is about European basketball that helps players transition to the NBA
David on Facundo Campazzo
David on young European players being less star-struck
David on relegation in European basketball
David on the difference between college basketball, European basketball
David on the Luka Doncic draft
David on Mario Nakic and loaning players out to other teams
David on how the various competitions across Europe work
David on the European schedules
David on the early European players in the NBA
David on Maxi Kleber
David on Aleksej Pokusevski

Charles Bassey - WKU Hilltopper

podcasts@siriusxm.com (charles bassey, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by WKU Hilltopper Charles Bassey. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Charles on getting injured last season
Charles on his trainer
Charles on the support his teammates gave him during his rehab
Charles on his first game back
Charles on his defensive instincts
Charles on playing soccer growing up
Charles on getting discovered to play basketball
Charles on the Giants of Africa camp
Charles on moving to the United States
Charles on the Nigerian communities in the States
Charles on American food
Charles on how he is constantly improving his game
Charles on Anthony Davis
Charles on what he thinks he’d be able to bring to an NBA team
Charles on COVID actually helping his game
Charles on wanting to play in the NCAA Tournament
Charles on Coach Stansbury
Charles on the game slowing down for him
Charles on the international players in the NBA
Charles on helping kids back at home

Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua - Baylor Bear

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Baylor Bear Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua (AKA Everyday Jon). The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

EJ on where he gets his energy from
EJ on how he got into basketball
EJ on Luc Mbah a Moute’s camp
EJ on Basketball Without Borders
EJ on moving to Australia
EJ on what Coach Drew saw in him
EJ on his Baylor teammates
EJ on building a training center on his porch
EJ on Coach Drew
EJ on Coach Tang
EJ on learning to communicate on the court
EJ on playing hard
EJ on his guards
EJ on what he’s learned from watching Bam Adebayo and Montrezl Harrel
EJ on the Big 12
EJ on what he likes to do when he’s not playing
EJ on Cameroonian food

Sandro Mamukelashvili - Seton Hall Pirate

podcasts@siriusxm.com (sandro mamukelashvili, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 14 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Seton Hall Pirate Sandro Mamukelashvili. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Sandro on following in his grandmother's footsteps
Sandro on the Russo-Georgian War
Sandro on getting recruited to play in Italy
Sandro on making his way to Montverde
Sandro on why he chose Seton Hall
Sandro on Myles Powell
Sandro on Coach Willard
Sandro on the feedback he got from NBA teams last off-season
Sandro on being the go-to guy this season
Sandro on the European game seeping into America
Sandro on his game fitting the NBA
Sandro on the disappointment of last season being canceled
Sandro on Zaza Pachulia
Sandro on wanting to play for the National Team

Errick McCollum - European Basketball Star

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Fri, 8 Jan 2021 02:40:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by European basketball star Errick McCollum. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Errick on how he first started playing basketball
Errick on the competitive nature of his community in Ohio
Errick on how he ended up at Goshen College
Errick on how he made his way to Israel
Errick on the secret to having success overseas
Errick on adjusting to different cultures overseas
Errick on the competitive nature of the Euroleague
Errick on most contracts in Europe only being for one or two years
Errick on young players not getting many minutes in the Euroleague
Errick on the former NBA players on his Khimki team
Errick on playing in China
Errick on whether the experience playing in China helped him in the Euroleague
Errick on the craziest thing he ate in China
Errick on how he started Overseas Elite in TBT
Errick on what the pressure is like in TBT
Errick on whether he’s surprised about how good his brother has become

Aron Baynes - Toronto Raptors Big Man

podcasts@siriusxm.com (aron baynes, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 17:24:48 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Toronto Raptors big man Aron Baynes. The two talk about why Australians make such great teammates, his experiences playing in Europe, how he developed his game in Boston, the rise of @BaynesFanClub, and a whole lot more.

Revisiting Iowa Hawkeye Luka Garza and His Father Frank Garza

podcasts@siriusxm.com (frank garza, luka garza, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 24 Dec 2020 21:06:35 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Iowa Hawkeye big man Luka Garza and his father Frank Garza. The guys discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Frank on his plan for Luka’s success
Luka on falling in love with basketball
Luka on the NBA Draft process and coming back to Iowa
Luka on what NBA teams told him to focus on
Frank on how much Luka has improved in the off-season
Luka on exceeding his own expectations
Luka on practicing what his dad preaches
Luka on the excitement level for this Iowa team
Frank on the family’s sports connections
Luka on the basketball culture in Bosnia
Luka on how tough the coaching is in Yugoslavia
Luka on wanting to play for the Bosnian National Team
Luka on modeling his game on Nikola Vucevic, Nikola Jokic, and Jusuf Nurkic
Luka on extending his shooting range
Luka on how his game has evolved under Coach Fran
Frank on the collaboration between himself and Coach Fran
Luka on being coached by his father
Frank on the student becoming the teacher
Luka on his hobbies away from basketball
Luka on where they were when the Big10 Tournament was canceled
Luka on how he’s staying focused this pre-season
Frank on realizing how good Luka really is

Franz Wagner - Michigan Wolverine

podcasts@siriusxm.com (franz wagner, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 17 Dec 2020 17:13:30 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Michigan Wolverine Franz Wagner. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Franz on what it was like seeing his family when COVID first hit
Franz on why he decided to go to Michigan
Franz on playing in the German league as a 17-year-old
Franz on asking his American teammates about college
Franz on Michigan’s coaching change
Franz on playing for Coach Howard
Franz on the feedback he got from NBA teams during the offseason
Franz on how he wants to evolve his game
Franz on Duncan Robinson
Franz on the advice his brother gave him
Franz on his love for basketball coming from Mo
Franz on wanting to play for the National Team
Franz on the coaching in Germany
Franz on the adjustments he had to make going to college
Franz on Coach Martelli

Robbie Hummel - Former Purdue Star and College Basketball Analyst

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, robbie hummel) — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 16:55:09 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former Purdue Boilermaker and College Basketball Analyst Robbie Hummel. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Robbie on Indiana basketball
Robbie on whether his experience playing HS basketball in Indiana prepared him for college
Robbie on the best stadiums to play at
Robbie on why he chose to play at Purdue over Valparaiso
Robbie on his ACL injury
Robbie on how he made his way to Spain
Robbie on getting injured again in the NBA
Robbie on whether he’d still be playing in the NBA if he didn’t get injured
Robbie on Nikola Pekovic
Robbie on playing for Milano
Robbie on playing in Russia
Robbie on how he started playing 3x3

Jordan Hulls - Former Indiana Hoosier

podcasts@siriusxm.com (jordan hulls, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 3 Dec 2020 20:38:21 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former Indiana Hoosier Jordan Hulls. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Jordan on how the season in the German league is going
Jordan on Indiana basketball always being in his blood
Jordan on the passion Indiana has for basketball – Part One
Jordan on the passion Indiana has for basketball – Part Two
Jordan on what it’s like to play at a State championship in Indiana
Jordan on never really considering going to Purdue
Jordan on getting offered by Coach Crean
Jordan on what he loved the most about playing at Indiana
Jordan on if he had any doubts about belonging in the Big 10
Jordan on trusting in Coach Crean
Jordan on his free throw streak
Jordan on defeating Kentucky in his Junior year
Jordan on the program becoming relevant again in his junior and senior season
Jordan on the Indiana Hoosiers fans
Jordan on what the adjustment was like going from Bloomington to Poland
Jordan on the size of the crowds in Poland
Jordan on playing in Kosovo
Jordan on the grind of playing internationally
Jordan on how much longer he thinks he’ll be playing for
Jordan on what it’s like being a vet
Jordan on what the bond is like between the American guys in the German league
Jordan on what he likes about European basketball
Jordan on staying in basketball after his playing career is over

Olden Polynice - Haitian Basketball Legend

podcasts@siriusxm.com (olden polynice, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 15:18:15 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Haitian Basketball Legend Olden Polynice. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Olden on NBA Draftees should think about the league as a business
Olden on knowing your role within the team
Olden on being traded from the Bulls to the Supersonics on draft night
Olden on growing up not being able to walk
Olden on why his family moved to the States
Olden on the difference between Haiti and New York City
Olden on grinding it out in the early years
Olden on being a getting beat up and robbed every day as a kid
Olden on his High School coach
Olden on getting good at basketball fast
Olden on being very shy and insecure as a kid
Olden on how his personality developed throughout high school
Olden on growing up near Rucker Park
Olden on why he decided to go to Virginia
Olden on Ralph Sampson
Olden on going to the Final Four with Virginia
Olden on getting elbowed by Akeem Olajuwon
Olden on where his love for Seattle began
Olden on playing in the ACC
Olden on being confident that he’d be able to succeed in the NBA
Olden on getting traded to the Clippers and meeting Donald Sterling
Olden on Donald Sterling
Olden on how the NBA players handled their activism during the Bubble
Olden on the state of Haiti right now
Olden on going on a hunger strike during the NBA season
Olden on why he is so charitable
Olden on being proud of his perseverance

NBA Draft Preview - International Edition with Chris Spatola

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, chris spatola) — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by SiriusXM host Chris Spatola for an NBA Draft Preview Special. The two run through all of the prospects with an international connection that are expected to feature early in this year's NBA draft, including:

LaMelo Ball
Killian Hayes
Deni Avdija
Leandro Bolmaro
Theo Maledon
Aleksej Pokusevski
Udoka Azubuike
RJ Hampton
Nico Mannion
Josh Green

Don Showalter - 10x Gold Medal Winner

podcasts@siriusxm.com (don showalter, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 5 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by the Head Coach of the USA Junior National Team Don Showalter. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Don on how he ended up as the Head Coach of the USA Junior National Team
Don on the relationship between Jerry Colangelo and the Junior National Team
Don on how the Men’s National Team influenced the Junior National Team
Don on mind candy
Don on getting players to buy into the program
Don on great players coming off the bench in Juniors
Don on why we’re seeing more international players in the NBA
Don on why High School players need to learn to play with a shot clock
Don on shooting as a skill
Don on how many guys he’s coached that have made the leap
Don on getting calls from scouts from across the NBA
Don on the players that have exceeded his expectations
Don on Jamal Murray
Don on international coaches
Don on Isaiah Stewart
Don on James Wiseman
Don on RJ Hampton
Don on Tyus and Trey Jones
Don on Tyrese Maxey
Don on Isaac Okoro
Don on why his program has been so successful

Ticha Penicheiro - Women's Basketball Hall of Famer

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, ticha penicheiro) — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 14:52:39 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by WNBA Champion and Women's Basketball Hall of Famer Ticha Penicheiro. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Ticha on how she developed her style of play
Ticha on trying moves that she saw on TV in the playground
Ticha on playing basketball because of her brother and father
Ticha on the playground being a sanctuary
Ticha on why basketball isn’t very popular in Portugal
Ticha on making her way to the States
Ticha on missing her family
Ticha on her first week on Old Dominion Campus
Ticha on how good her English was when she moved to the US
Ticha on being a tough and gritty player
Ticha on Jason Williams
Ticha on the Final Four matchup vs Stanford
Ticha on her parents watching her play
Ticha on being a pioneer for women’s basketball
Ticha on being drafted by Sacramento
Ticha on what would happen if the Monarchs returned
Ticha on the Monarchs owners
Ticha on Kara Lawson
Ticha on running the point with Kara
Ticha on playing against Houston
Ticha on winning a WNBA Championship
Ticha on her favorite place to play in Europe
Ticha on Shabtai Kalmanovich
Ticha on the grind of playing 12 months a year
Ticha on preparing young players for the grind
Ticha on team bonding in Europe
Ticha on the most rewarding thing about her current career as an agent
Ticha on the Special Olympics
Ticha on being a Hall of Famer

Jeremy Loeliger - NBL Commissioner

podcasts@siriusxm.com (jeremy loeliger, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 20:14:02 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by NBL Commissioner Jeremy Loeliger. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Jeremy on how Coronavirus has impacted the NBL
Jeremy on how the NBL is preparing for the next season
Jeremy on whether they would consider playing in a bubble
Jeremy on the NBL’s protocols
Jeremy on his basketball background and how he got involved with the NBL
Jeremy on the creation of the Next Stars Program
Jeremy on whether the Next Stars Program has been a success
Jeremy on how the Next Stars Program works
Jeremy on LaMelo playing in Illawarra
Jeremy on the G-League’s response to the Next Stars Program
Jeremy on Josh Giddey and Mojave King
Jeremy on Australian grassroots basketball
Jeremy on the current Australian NBA players finishing their careers in the NBL

Raptors Coach Nick Nurse, and the Lakers Win the Championship

podcasts@siriusxm.com (nick nurse, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 16:14:11 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Toronto Raptors Championship-Winning Head Coach and Author Nick Nurse. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Nick on growing up in a small town in Iowa
Nick on why he decided to write his book
Nick on what it was like leaving the bubble
Nick on the Raptors performance in the bubble
Nick on whether he was surprised how some guys came back from the pandemic
Nick on Matt Thomas
Nick on how he made his way to England
Nick on how his coaching philosophy evolved in England
Nick on coaching in the G-League
Nick on how Phil Jackson influenced his career
Nick on the X’s and O’s being 15% of the job
Nick on coaching superstars
Nick on the hardest thing about winning in the NBA
Nick on what the international players have brought to the NBA

Svi Mykhailiuk - Former Jayhawk and Detroit Pistons Guard

podcasts@siriusxm.com (svi mykhailiuk, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 8 Oct 2020 19:36:53 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former Kansas fan-favorite and Detroit Pistons guard Svi Mykhailiuk. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Svi on Detroit’s mini-camp
Svi on missing out on playing in the NBA bubble
Svi on playing with confidence
Svi on working out by himself
Svi on the surreal nature of performing in the NBA
Svi on opposing players recognizing how good of a shooter he is
Svi on what he learned from LeBron
Svi on Alex Caruso
Svi on finding out he got traded from the Lakers
Svi on becoming an NBA fan while growing up in Ukraine
Svi on Pat Beverley and other NBA players playing in Ukraine
Svi on how he made his way to Kansas and his first impression of Bill Self
Svi on the older players at Kansas
Svi on earning Bill Self’s trust
Svi on the KU crowd
Svi on his greatest memories from his days at KU
Svi on Devonte Graham
Svi on the KU fans
Svi on what his relationship with Bill Self is like now
Svi on playing for Mike Fratello at the 2014 World Championships
Svi on Luka Doncic
Svi on Giannis
Svi on what he’s looking to improve this off-season
Svi on the popularity of basketball in Ukraine
Svi on playing for the National Team

Scott Morrison - Celtics Assistant Coach

podcasts@siriusxm.com (scott morrison, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 1 Oct 2020 18:08:11 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Boston Celtics Assistant Coach Scott Morrison. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Scott on living in the bubble
Scott on what the daily routine was like in the bubble
Scott on becoming a better coach over the past three months
Scott on missing the atmosphere of a playoff game
Scott on Richie Spears
Scott on the Canadian Coach K
Scott on what drew him to coaching
Scott on how he made his way to the men’s game from the women’s game
Scott on how he made his way to the G-League
Scott on how he developed a relationship with the Celtics front office
Scott on what the biggest misconception about NBA players is
Scott on Brad Stevens
Scott on Daniel Theis
Scott on how much he has learned from the players
Scott on Marcus Smart
Scott on Nikola Jokic
Scott on the growth of Canadian basketball
Scott on Vince Carter and Steve Nash
Scott on Canada’s immigration policy helping their basketball level
Scott on aspiring to be the Canadian National Team Head Coach
Scott on the NBA Finals matchup

Davide Moretti - Former Red Raider and Olimpia Milano Guard

podcasts@siriusxm.com (davide moretti, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 19:00:31 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by former Texas Tech fan-favorite and Olimpia Milano guard Davide Moretti. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Davide on what it’s like playing for Milan
Davide on his decision to go back to Italy
Davide on why he wanted to play college basketball
Davide on Coach Beard
Davide on the adjustment of moving to Lubbock
Davide on American food
Davide on having great memories of playing for Texas Tech
Davide on playing in the Final Four
Davide on when his parents surprised him before a game
Davide on the similarities between Coach Beard and Coach Messina
Davide on being the son of a coach
Davide on having such a talented team at Texas Tech
Davide on adjusting to becoming a rookie again at Milan
Davide on the older players at Milan
Davide on talking about Texas with Coach Messina
Davide on what makes Coach Messina so well respected
Davide on team celebrations in Italy
Davide on the Coronavirus protocols in Italy
Davide on being back home
Davide on telling Coach Beard that he was leaving
11:35: Davide on playing for the Italian National Team

Tommy Lloyd - Gonzaga Bulldogs Assistant Coach

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, tommy lloyd) — Thu, 17 Sep 2020 04:00:08 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Gonzaga Bulldogs Assistant Coach Tommy Lloyd. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Tommy on why Gonzaga is a good fit for international players
Tommy on how he negotiated the ability to scout internationally
Tommy on the early international players at Gonzaga
Tommy on Ronny Turiaf
Tommy on why Turiaf never went pro before coming to Gonzaga
Tommy on why international players are so comfortable at Gonzaga
Tommy on international players sacrificing their game for the team
Tommy on how he developed relationships internationally
Tommy on traveling to Zimbabwe
Tommy on how traveling the world opened his eyes to international recruiting
Tommy on Domantas Sabonis
Tommy on Lithuanian Basketball and the Sabonis family
Tommy on recruiting Rui Hachimura
Tommy on how big Rui is in Japan
Tommy on the international players coming through the system now
Tommy on the toughest places to travel to

Nico Mannion - Arizona Wildcats Star and 2020 NBA Draft Hopeful

podcasts@siriusxm.com (nico mannion, fran fraschilla) — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 18:58:39 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Arizona Wildcats alum Nico Mannion. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Nico on what he’s doing to stay ready for the draft
Nico on what the off-season has looked like for him
Nico on his relationship with Steve Nash
Nico on how Jason Kidd and Steve Nash influenced his game
Nico on how he deals with the spotlight
Nico on how playing at Arizona will help his transition
Nico on how he got better defensively in college
Nico on Coach Miller
Nico on working on his passing game
Nico on how he bounces back from adversity
Nico on being Italian
Nico on his memories of Italy
Nico on basketball being in his blood
Nico on Kobe Bryant
Nico on representing Italy
Nico on being one of the youngest players to ever play for the Italian National Team
Nico on playing against Theo Maledon and Killian Hayes
Nico on the new Arizona guard Kerr Kriisa
Nico on scoring 42 points against Russia
Nico on what the next thing he needs to improve is
Nico on the lessons Phil Beckner has taught him
Nico on extending his range
Nico on being a gym rat

Iowa Hawkeye Luka Garza and His Father Frank Garza

Thu, 3 Sep 2020 18:55:05 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by Iowa Hawkeye big man Luka Garza and his father Frank Garza. The guys discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

Frank on his plan for Luka’s success
Luka on falling in love with basketball
Luka on the NBA Draft process and coming back to Iowa
Luka on what NBA teams told him to focus on
Frank on how much Luka has improved in the off-season
Luka on exceeding his own expectations
Luka on practicing what his dad preaches
Luka on the excitement level for this Iowa team
Frank on the family’s sports connections
Luka on the basketball culture in Bosnia
Luka on how tough the coaching is in Yugoslavia
Luka on wanting to play for the Bosnian National Team
Luka on modeling his game on Nikola Vucevic, Nikola Jokic, and Jusuf Nurkic
Luka on extending his shooting range
Luka on how his game has evolved under Coach Fran
Frank on the collaboration between himself and Coach Fran
Luka on being coached by his father
Frank on the student becoming the teacher
Luka on his hobbies away from basketball
Luka on where they were when the Big10 Tournament was canceled
Luka on how he’s staying focused this pre-season
Frank on realizing how good Luka really is

Australian Superstar Lauren Jackson and Former Opals Head Coach Carrie Graf

podcasts@siriusxm.com (fran fraschilla, lauren jackson, carrie graf) — Thu, 27 Aug 2020 05:01:17 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by one of the greatest women's basketball players of all time; Lauren Jackson. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

What her career meant to her
Growing up as a strong competitor
Remembering see her mother play
Taking parts of her game from her parents (33secs)
Her sons
How her game developed before she got to the NSW Intensive Training Program
Representing Australia
Whether she ever thought about playing collegiately
What the city of Seattle means to her
Her relationship with Sue Bird
Having to play all year round
Mental health in sports
The current state of the WNBA
Playing in Russia
Australian women’s basketball

ESPN's Jeff Van Gundy, and Luka Continues to Make History

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Fran Fraschilla, Jeff Van Gundy) — Thu, 20 Aug 2020 17:55:59 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by ESPN commentator and former NBA coach Jeff Van Gundy. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

How the NBA has become a global game
The European coaching influence on the American game
Sarunas Marciulionis
Donnie Nelson and the Mavericks
What the international guys have brought to the league
Marjanovic & Porzingis
How international players have an innate feel for the game
Boki Nachbar
FIBA rules vs NBA rules vs College rules
The NBA’s next big rule change
Coaching the USA National Team in the leadup to the FIBA World Cup
The New Zealand & Japanese National Teams
The Dominican Republic National Teams
International coaches
Igor Kokoshkov
The Australian Team and Joe Ingles
American kids focusing more on skills and decision making
The depth of these international teams
Yao Ming
Luka Doncic
The Greek Freak

International Scouting with Chad Ford, and the NBA Regular Season Wraps Up

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Chad Ford, Fran Fraschilla) — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 22:13:18 +0000

Fran Fraschilla is joined by author and former ESPN NBA Draft Insider, Chad Ford. The two discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

How international scouting has changed
Why International scouting was a lot of guesswork in the early days
Not being surprised that the league has become so international
How international basketball has influenced US basketball
Why international players are such good teammates
The Peace Players Program
How he built relationships with NBA coaches and executives
How he developed his mock drafts
Rudy Gobert and late NBA draft risers and fallers
The trust between NBA teams and within NBA teams
The hype surrounding Darko Milicic
Letting the criticism roll off his back
Scouting Giannis Antetokounmpo

Montenegrin Star Nikola Vucevic, and Legendary Italian Coach Ettore Messina

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Thu, 6 Aug 2020 17:43:28 +0000

Fran chats with Magic big man Nikola Vucevic about living in the NBA Bubble, surviving a train crash as a teen, and what he loves about playing for the Magic. Then, legendary Italian coach Ettore Messina jumps on to discuss the secret to becoming a successful coach, the impact that Coach Dean Smith had on his life, his relationship with long-time Davidson Head Coach Bob McKillop, his first impression of a young Manu Ginobili, and a whole lot more.

Sergio Scariolo - Head Coach of the Spanish National Team and Raptors Assistant Coach

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 15:18:03 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by the head coach of the Spanish National Team and Raptors assistant coach Sergio Scariolo. The two discuss Marc Gasol’s importance for the Raptors during their championship run last season, the challenges of coaching a national team, why Pau and Marc Gasol are such great players to coach, what it was like to coach Kawhi Leonard, and a whole lot more.

Tony Ronzone - Director of Player Personnel, Dallas Mavericks

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 20:01:36 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by Tony Ronzone, the Director of Player Personnel at the Dallas Mavericks. They touch on topics such as what it's like to scout players during the Coronavirus, how he became one of the most renowned international scouts in the game, the process of finding Luka Doncic, how he got under Kobe Bryant's skin while playing for Team USA, the strangest thing he has ever had to eat, and a whole lot more.

Kirk Penney - New Zealand and Wisconsin Badgers Legend

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Thu, 16 Jul 2020 21:51:02 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined New Zealand basketball legend Kirk Penney. The two discuss his relationship with Coach Tony Bennett, why players from NZ and Australia are so tough and team-orientated, what the haka means to the people of New Zealand, the benefits for Americans playing in the NBL, and a whole lot more.

The Baron Brothers - European Basketball Stars

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Thu, 9 Jul 2020 17:32:53 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by former college basketball stars Jimmy and Billy Baron. The trio discuss the basketball as a second religion in Lithuania, the electric Red Star-Partizan rivalry, a crazy pre-game ritual that helped a struggling Turkish club win a big game, what it was like to play for Jeff Van Gundy in the 2017 FIBA AmeriCup, and a whole lot more.

Kyle Hines - European Basketball Legend

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Thu, 2 Jul 2020 12:13:01 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by four-time Euroleague Champion Kyle Hines. The two discuss racial injustice in America, how he made his way to Europe after graduating from UNC Greensboro, how playing with elite European point guards made him the player he is, what it’s like playing in the Olympiacos-Panathinaikos Rivalry, and a whole lot more.

Kelly Olynyk & Kevin Pangos - Canadian Stars

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 13:52:42 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by former Gonzaga stars Kelly Olynyk and Kevin Pangos. The guys discuss how they first met, the time Kevin dropped 48 points on Andrew Wiggins, why basketball in Toronto has exploded, their love of playing for the Canadian National Team, why Kelly redshirted at Gonzaga, and a whole lot more.

Rick Pitino - Hall of Fame Coach

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 16:36:17 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by Hall of Fame coach Rick Pitino. The two discuss Brett Brown’s role in convincing Pitino to move to Greece to coach Panathinaikos, what he learned coaching in the Euroleague, the incredible Panathinaikos-Olympiacos rivalry, the prospect of coaching The Greek Freak in the 2021 Olympics, and a whole lot more.

Luis Scola - Argentinian Basketball Legend

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 16:08:28 +0000

This week on World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by Argentinian legend Luis Scola. The two discuss his early career in Spain, the beginning of the "Golden Generation”, winning the Gold Medal in the 2004 Olympics, the initial adjustments he had to make after moving to the NBA, and a whole lot more.

Andrew Gaze - Australian Basketball Legend

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Wed, 3 Jun 2020 21:06:50 +0000

On this bonus episode of World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by five-time Olympian and FIBA Hall of Famer Andrew Gaze. The two discuss how Gaze made his way to Seton Hall, what it was like growing up in a basketball family, how influential the 1992 Dream Team was in growing the game of basketball around the world, the joys of being the flag bearer at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, how the NBL has become a legitimate alternative to college, and a whole lot more.

Jerry Colangelo - Director of USA Basketball

podcasts@siriusxm.com (Jerry Colangelo, Fran Fraschilla) — Wed, 3 Jun 2020 20:59:43 +0000

On the very first episode of World of Basketball, Fran Fraschilla is joined by the Director of USA Basketball Jerry Colangelo. The two discuss how Jerry decided on Coach K as Head Coach of Team USA, how he was able to convince players to buy in to Team USA basketball, how Kobe Bryant reacted to being told that Jerry wanted him to become a distributor ahead of the 2008 Olympics, what Kobe Bryant meant to the game of basketball, Carmelo Anthony’s legacy with Team USA basketball, Jerry’s renewed relationship with Coach Pop, and a whole lot more.

World of Basketball Trailer

podcasts@siriusxm.com (SiriusXM) — Mon, 1 Jun 2020 17:46:15 +0000

Fran Fraschilla hosts SiriusXM’s brand new podcast World of Basketball. Each week, will be profiling and talking with the players, coaches, and executives who have led the way in growing the game of basketball around the world. Episodes will be available every Thursday, so make sure you subscribe to the feed and listen in as we take you on a tour around the World of Basketball.