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NBA veteran, Austin Rivers, is joined by one of his oldest friends, Pausha Haghighi, to give you that true insiderâs perspective from someone whoâs actively playing in the league on anything and everything happening in the National Basketball Association. They hit on the biggest headlines and stories going on in the Association and of course, sprinkle in some of the best stories and memories from Austinâs extensive career.
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Lukaâs Legacy, Cavs Confusion, and Our Top Young Cores
mercredi 11 septembre 2024 âą Duration 01:24:28
Austin and Pausha are back to share their final summer thoughts from the offseason and kick things off by trying to figure out what exactly the Cleveland Cavaliersâ plan is with their current roster construction (9:22). Then, they break down the Knicksâ approach to next season with an emphasis on Julius Randle (14:58), discuss Lukaâs legacy if he never receives an MVP (30:12), and then rank the top cores in the league, before answering whether or not they would trade Chet Holmgren for Cooper Flagg (42:53). Later, Austin wraps up with his theory about the leagueâs approach to young vs. veteran players (1:01:59), and Pausha shares his missed opportunity with The New York Times (1:18:19).
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Michael Porter Jr. on His Top Five Shooters and Playing Alongside Nikola Jokic
mercredi 28 août 2024 ⹠Duration 58:31
Austin and Pausha are joined by Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr.! They kick things off by discussing the Olympics and the potential that MPJ will play in 2028 (3:52). Then, they talk about MPJâs shooting skills and why heâs received nicknames like Michael "The Possession Ends Here" Porter Jr. (8:50). Later, they touch on playing alongside Nikola Jokic (12:52) and the pressures of playing elite ball while juggling family demands (28:20).
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Guest: Michael Porter Jr.
Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Jrue Holiday Steps Up, and Why Game 3 Means More for Kyrie
lundi 10 juin 2024 âą Duration 52:50
Austin and Pausha are back to talk Game 2 of the Finals and start by discussing the controversial block made by Derrick White and Jaylen Brown, which helped seal a huge win for the Celtics (0:45). Later, Austin shares his thoughts on why Game 3 means more for Kyrie Irving specifically (20:02) and then shouts out Jrue Holiday for being an absolutely vital piece of Bostonâs roster (26:52).
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Young Talent, Veteran Exposure, and How Highlight Culture Has Killed Basketball | Off Guard with Austin Rivers
vendredi 13 janvier 2023 âą Duration 54:10
Austin and Pausha break down the latest in the world of hoops and start with Wednesday's game between the Timberwolves and Pistons, where they break down the Wolvesâ underwhelming performance and discuss how they can continue to improve (2:49). Then, they weigh in on the structure of the game due to the play-in strategy (8:22), dive into the veterans that have helped mold Austinâs career (19:37), and discuss how highlight culture has killed the game of basketball (30:45). Later, they share thoughts on young talent in the league, highlighting Evan Mobley (40:32), then wrap things up with a rapid-fire round of questions focusing on your favorite players.
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha HaghighiÂ
Producer: Ben Cruz
Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes
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Porzingis Changes Câs Equation, Mavsâ Game 2 Adjustments, and Hurley-Lakers Thoughts
vendredi 7 juin 2024 âą Duration 49:40
Austin and Pausha fire up the mics following Game 1 of the NBA Finals and kick things off discussing just how different the Boston Celtics look with Kristaps Porzingis officially back in the mix (0:45). They then talk through the adjustments the Mavericks can make in Game 2 to flip the series (19:02) before reacting to the latest reports of the Lakersâ interest in Dan Hurley to be their next head coach (33:24).
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Finals Preview: Most Skilled Duo, Battle of the Sidekicks, and Whatâs at Stake
mardi 4 juin 2024 âą Duration 57:40
Austin and Pausha are back for the official âOff Guardâ Finals preview! They run through top story lines that include expectations for the Mavs and the Celtics, discuss whoâs the best third player in the series, predict who takes home the win, and more!
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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T-Wolves Crumble, Mavs Head to the Finals, and How the West and East Could Look Next Season
vendredi 31 mai 2024 âą Duration 48:00
Austin and Pausha are back to recap the Timberwolvesâ disheartening Game 5 loss, which also sent the Dallas Mavericks to the NBA Finals (1:02). Then, they highlight the top story lines between Dallas and Boston, with an early Finals preview (14:10). Later, they talk through the Western and Eastern Conferences and how they could potentially stack up next season (24:17).
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Odds Timberwolves Can Push to Game 7 and Where Luka Ranks Among the Best
mercredi 29 mai 2024 âą Duration 01:07:41
Austin and Pausha break down Game 4 in the Western Conference finals, with the Timberwolves taking their first win of the series (0:45). They discuss the adjustments Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns made, and talk through the chances that Minnesota can push the series to Game 7. Later, they touch on how to identify solid players in not-so-great situations, and tip their hat to the Mavs for their âriskyâ additions this season (6:58). Then, they preview what a hypothetical Finals series would look like between the Celtics and Mavs, with Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum, and Jaylen Brown all at their peak (34:08). Plus, Austin and Pausha discuss where Luka ranks among the best players and how that would change if he can take home a ring!
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Are Luka and Kyrie the Best Duo in the NBA? Plus, Reminiscing on LeBronâs Best Years.
vendredi 24 mai 2024 âą Duration 01:10:06
Austin and Pausha are back to discuss the devastating loss for the Pacers in Game 2 against the Celtics, and emphasize the dominant Tatum-Brown duo (11:05). Then, they hit on Kyrie and Lukaâs epic performance in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, before addressing adjustments the T-Wolves have to make for the rest of the series (44:40). Plus, the guys take a quick look back at LeBronâs best years.
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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Lessons From T-Wolvesâ Historic Game 7 Win and Haliburton Becomes NYâs Newest Enemy
lundi 20 mai 2024 âą Duration 01:11:32
Austin and Pausha are back to break down the Timberwolvesâ huge Game 7 win over the Nuggets (1:12). Then, they share a trend theyâve observed that emphasizes the importance of having depth on your roster versus star power (17:31). Later, they make predictions for the Wolves-Mavs Western Conference finals, and give a shout-out to Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers for moving on to the Eastern Conference finals (45:32).
Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi
Producers: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz
Social: Keith Fujimoto
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