This week, Coach Drew invites NBA player CJ Watson into the studio to talk basketball and CJ's recent project - an inspirational and adventure book for young readers titled "CJ's Big Dream."

This week in basketball news, Coach Drew talks about: Lebron James, Anthony Davis and the impressive stats by both the Lakers and Lebron … not bad for someone "washed up!"   Carmelo Anthony is back.  Coach Drew notes that this is still officially Melo's era in basketball. Is Luka Doncic the second coming of Larry Bird?  Why isn't Jamal Crawford signed to a team? This and more summaries of NBA for week 12 and 13.  

College Hoops - NCAA - James Wiseman finally has a resolve.  Division 1 University of Evansville showed un-sportsman behavior in their opening game against Division 3 Leslie University.  A lesson for us all.

NBL - Australia breakdown statistics

Let's Kick It - shoe review segment reviews:  

• Royce O'Neal - Zoom Freak 1
• Nike Air Force 1 SB -Zion Thompson
• Nike Air Force 1 - NYC Park & Rec Brand
• Dwayne Wade's The Way of Wade - DeAngelo Russell

Why You Ball? (Stories of up and coming ball players) Features Bronny Hames and Mikey Williams.

About CJ Watson

C.J. Watson's basketball career has allowed him to play for some of the best teams in NBA history. While his professional basketball experience is impressive, his skills go far beyond the basketball court.

Philanthropy has been at the center of Watson's career since he developed a scholarship fund. The fund honors his late grandmother, Mary L. Watson, and helps to support students studying education. Adding on to his Philanthropy career, Watson also started the Quiet Storm Foundation in his hometown of Las Vegas. The foundation was implemented in order to foster learning opportunities such as social skills development, and health and fitness activities to help the youth grow and achieve their goals in his community.

In addition to his non-profits, Watson has developed a children's book series named CJ's Big Dream. With this series he hopes to inspire young kids to chase their dreams and work hard for what they want.

Where to buy the book:

CJ's Big Dream Click Here To Buy

This week, Coach Drew reminisces about the NBA of old and how the 2019-2020 season may be the best in close to 20 years. NBA Overview; Women's College Hoops - Oregon Ducks. GOAT Moves - Lebron James, CJ Watson. NBL Standings. Shady or Genius: The Ball Family and what to do with Gelo. Let's Kick It - Shoe review of: Kyrie Shanghai; Jordan 6 Denim; Air Force 1; Lebron 17. Why You Ball - Diamond Johnson and Youth Spotlight - Vegas Lights

Coach Drew is joined by Fusion Sports Host Azariah Manning for the Let's Kick It  - Shoe review.  They review:  Kyrie Shanghai; Jordan 6 Denim; Air Force 1; Lebron 17.  Why You Ball - Diamond Johnson  and Youth Spotlight - Vegas Lights

Mentions in this episode: 

• Jayson Tatum
• Jalen Brown
• Marcus Smart
• Lebron James
• Paul George
• Clippers vs Rockets
• Doc Rivers
• Austin Rivers
• James Harden
• Russell Westbrook
• Melo Ball; Lamelo Ball
• Trey Young
• Aja Wilson
• CJ Watson
• NBL
• Bryce Cotton
• Tacko Fall
• Diamond Johnson
• Vegas Lights

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Details of topics this week:

• Clippers vs Lakers NBA Season Game Opener
• Drymond Green & Kareem Abul Jabar
• Two, Three or Four Monsters in LA : AD, Dwight Howard, Drymond and Lebron
• Taco Tuesday
• Clippers
• SF Warriors - Is it time to transfer the bandwagon?
• Kyrie Debuts with 60 Points
• Timberwolves are hungry
• Brodie & the Beard - the continuation of the Triple Double, 30+ points and lots of fashion
• Miami Heat
• Jimmy Butler

International Basketball - National Basketball League [NBL]

• Stat Leaders
• Lamelo, RJ Hampton
• Hawks
• Sydney Kings

Shady or Genius: Kevin Durant

Let's Kick it: Reviews 4 shoes - Lebron Red, Kyrie 6, Kyrie 5 and KT Anta

Busy Week. Let's Get At It!

#halloweenepisode

• China, NBA - US diplomacy issue
• WNBA Finals
• Why You Ball - David Jenkins, Jr. - UNLV 
• NBL - Australia League Review
• Shady or Genius - Is the BBB Brand Bust?   
• Let's Kick It - Shoe Review:  NASA - PG3; LeBron Nike Ambassador 12; Kyle Kuzma / Puma agreement; Clyde Hardwood [For BBall Great Walt "Clyde" Frazier] Pick of the Summer - Dave 5s in Pink Crush

This episode is dedicated to celebrate the birthday of Coach Drew's Dad - Mr. Orville Williams.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR. WILLIAMS from the CWN Sports cast and crew

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The NBA Season kicks off this week. Coach Drew covers the NBA Media Day and reviews  teams with the most buzz and issues the teams most likely will have to address or adjust during the upcoming season.   

The upcoming Olympics Basketball team already have commitments from major players such as LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Paul George, Jimmy Butler and Klay Thompson.  The 2020 team participation list is expected to grow to include many more players.

Other topics discussed this week:

• The Clippers are in the LA Laker's Staple Center trash talking
• LeBron James' Taco Tuesday Trademark application was denied
• WNBA Championship game updates
• FIBA World Cup - Woman's team brough home the Gold
• National Basketball League in Australia Celebrates its 20 year anniversary
• The top 4 teams to look for in the upcoming NBL season
• California's Fair Play Act vs NCAA

The Rap Beef between Shaq and Damian Leonard has everyone excited.  We see possible collaborations and a NBA mixtape coming.

NBA Media Day also had a host of new shoe announcements.  Spotlight this week are on:

• Zion Williamson's Jordan 34
• Kyrie 2
• Jordan Ones
• Lebron AirForce One
• Kyrie Irving's Sponge Bob Collection - Pineapple House

Drill of the Day is Full Court Dribble Combinations 

Good Show!

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What a busy week. On this episode, Coach Drew discusses the NBA Tampering Policy; Jordan sells a percentage of the Hornets; Lakers Salary Cap; Orlando Magic shame; NBA Player's Association rejection of the NCAA Guideline; WNBA Awards; WNBA Playoffs; FIBA World Cup; Lomelo Ball first game in the NBL.

Game Analysis - Spain vs Argentina FIBA World Cup 2019.

Let's Kick It - LeBron Nike 17; Puma Clyde Hardwood; Klay Thompson Disco Ball

Drill of the Day - How to react to defense

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This week's episode, Coach Drew highlights the accomplishment of 38 year old Iso Joe Johnson of getting signed to Detroit Pistons after appearing in the Big 3 league. Also discussed in this episode: Shawn Livingston's Retirement; Dwayne Wade teasing a come-back; The new Charles Barkley Statue. WNBA: Aza Wilson, Elena Delle Donne, Sue Byrd, Diamond DeShields, Dianna Taurasi, WNBA Championships. Anthony Davis' goal to be on the All Defensive Team; Buffed Dwight Howard .

FIBA World Cup - US Team lost a few games and won a few games. Coach Drew breaks down the Men's FIBA games leading up to the Finals.

NBL - Lamelo Ball's first Pre-Season Game.

Let's Kick It - Basketball Shoes reviewed: LeBron 17; Jordan 12; Zion Williamson - Jordan 34; Adidas Harden IV

Shady or Genius - Lonzo Ball discusses the ZO2.

Why You Ball? - Coach Drew brings the spotlight on two up and coming middle school ballers: Anaya Williams and Naya Marshall.

Drill of the Day.

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Mentioned in this episode:
Rich Paul Rule Amended
Ty Lue and Doc Rivers Reunite
Boogie Cousins Injury
LeBron James donates basketball court in Ohio
Michael Beasley - Detroit
USA FIBA
Serbia trash talks USA FIBA
Brittney Griner Suspension
Jr NBA Boys and Girls Games
Sierra Canyon HS Basketball - will rival the Lakers

• Ziaire Williams
• Zaire Wade
• Bronny James
• Amari Bailey
• Teron Frank

NBL:

• RJ Hampton
• Lamelo Ball
• DJ Newbill
• Hawks
• Summer League
• Laura Nickolson
• Inspectors
• Braves
• Boomers
  FIBA Worldcup
  Power Rankings
  NBA vs NBL Game
  Carmelo Anthony

New Shoes:

• Jordon Why Not 0.2
• KD 11 Low Confetti
• PG2 Low Confetti
• NIKE Lebron 16 Low
• Kyrie 6 Confetti

Drill of the Day

BallCourt - The World of Basketball with Coach Drew Season 1 EP 6. August 1. In this episode, Coach Drew notifies Jeremy Lin that his 15 minutes of fame may almost be over. Spend the next few minutes wisely; Carmelo Anthony deserves a farewell tour; Erica "Wow" Wheeler and her beyond impressive take over of the WNBA All-Star Game; and Ode to King Lebron. Lebron James' recent support of his son Bronny and other remarkable feats deserves much more respect than being socialized by negative comments. Also covered are Drew League and the NBL. Let's Kick It - features new shoes being released and Drill of the Day.

In this Episode: Jeremy Lin, Bronny James, Lebron James, Zion Williamson, BBB, Lonzo and Lamelo Ball, Paul Gasol, Dragon Bender, Carmelo Anthony, WNBA, Diamond DeShields, Brittney Griner, Erica Wheeler, Lamar Patterson, Lamelo Ball, Kyrie Irving, Mikey Williams, Gemma Gatwick, Deon Johnson, Nike.

Drill of the Week: 2-Ball Dribble

The Break Down: How Defense becomes Offense

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Also discussed, Tim Duncan, James Harden, Kostas Antetokounmpo, Lebron James, Aja Wilson, Natasha Howard, WNBA, LV Aces, NBL, Australia, WNBA All Star Game, Drew League, Jayson Tatum, James Dolan, Kyrie's new sneakers, Zion Williamson.

This week's Is it Shady or Genius, Coach Drew digs deeper into the Knicks/Dolan/Clippers business blocking moves going on.

Players mentioned in this week's conversation are: Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, Russell Westbrook, Oklahoma Thunder, Lebron and Nike, Anthony Bennett, Tyson Chandler, Ben Simmons, Lonzo Ball, Drew Holiday; Brandon Ingram, Antetokounmpo Brothers, Lopez Brothers, Milwaukee Bucks, LA Lakers, NBA Summer League, Brandon Clarke, Natasha Howard, Liz Cambage, SLAM, Lisa Leslie, Drew League, Elisa Steward, Jerry Blake, Jonathan Gibson, Pierre Jackson, Aaron Brooks, Lamelo Ball, Diamond Johnson and Floyd Mayweather.

Coach Drew digs in on the decision Kawhi Leonard made and how the Clippers handed him the key to the franchise. Musical chairs in the NBA including the pending Russell Westbrook trade. Lakers building a deep bench and strong team with the money not used to acquire Kawhi. Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving at the Brooklyn Nets. Jimmy Butler to MIami. Golden State waives Shuan Livingtson. Al Horford moves to Philly. Titus Jones to Memphis.

In the Drew League, Coach Drew points out Lamelo Ball and Pierre Jackson.

Is it Shady or Genius? This week - Coach Drew questions the Knicks' deal with Marcus Morris.

Coach Drew analysis the Women's FIBA Game of France

Development Drill of the week

Euro Cup players discussed: Lamelo Ball, Teron Hilliard, Tarik Black and Shane Hamminik. Also Liz Cambage, Robbie Hummel, and their respective teams. WNBA discussion includes conversation about the LA ACES, Liz Cambage, Natasha Howard/Seattle; NY Liberty / Tina Charles, and the upcoming WNBA All-Star Game.

Coach Drew gives cudos to Joseph Blair - the new assistant coach for the Philadelphia 76ers and good feelings about the UCONN coach Geno Auriemma in the evaluation of Kiah Stokes' games.

There is a quick review of the Drew League and the National Basketball League. In the review, Coach Drew discusses the new - 10th deam added to the NBL roster - Tasmania. He talks about Jacob Wiley and the 36ers, Melbourne United, Latvia and the Illawarra Hawks.

Game analysis

Two games were analyzed. Slovania vs Hungary - Women's Euro Basketball game; Kia Stokes - Turkey vs Hungary.

Shady or Genius:

Kevin Durant's move to Brooklyn. Coach Drew discusses this in more detail.

Written by Andrew Williams

Produced by Crystal Roney for CWN Sports

In this episode we evaluate France's World Cup women's basketball team. Coach Drew thought France was a little too cocky when they announced their team. Upon evaluation, we understand why. More World Cup games reviewed are: Brazilian Blur; Montenegro. For FIBA, we review Serbia, the woman's world open Coach Drew looks at the under 16 game. Other leagues reviewed are: Drew League and NBL. Coach Drew digs deep on the analysis on LV ACES, the O'neill Boys and Lamelo Ball.

This is an exciting week. We hope you like it.