Explore every episode of the podcast The Capital Crossover Podcast
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| Episode 27: What are the expectations for the Wizards in 2023-24? | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:31:57 | |
The Washington Wizards were projected to be the one of the worst teams in the National Basketball Association during the 2023-24 season. Through three games, it's already looking like an accurate description of the team's talent level. Kyle (@KyleJAndrews_) discusses. | |||
| Episode 26: Wizards acquire Jordan Poole, draft Bilal Coulibaly and The Capital Gazette's Katherine Fominykh discusses Archbishop Spalding alum Cam Whitmore | 23 Jun 2023 | 01:18:04 | |
The Washington Wizards have traded Chris Paul and a second-round pick to the Golden State Warriors for Jordan Poole, Patrick Baldwin Jr., a future second-round pick and a future top-20 first-round selection. Washington also drafted French forward Bilal Coulibaly and Serbian center Tristan Vukčević. Kyle (@KyleJAndrews_) also talks shop with friend of the show Katherine Fominykh (@katfominykh) to talk about Cam Whitmore's fall in the draft. | |||
| Episode 25: Kristaps Porzingis is traded, the Wizards are truly rebuilding, the draft is tomorrow! Wizards insider Troy Haliburton joins the show | 22 Jun 2023 | 00:46:42 | |
The Washington Wizards have traded Kristaps Porzingis, a vaunted rim protector and scorer, to the Boston Celtics in a three-team trade that included the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday. After reportedly moving Bradley Beal to the Phoenix Suns and clearing multiple big deals out, what's next for the Wizards? Troy Haliburton (@TroyHalibur) gives the inside scoop and discusses the draft process for Washington. | |||
| Episode 24: EMERGENCY POD!!! Bradley Beal reportedly traded to Suns! Instant reactions from Jack and Kyle! | 19 Jun 2023 | 00:57:26 | |
The Washington Wizards have reportedly traded Bradley Beal to the Phoenix Suns for Chris Paul, Landry Shamet and pick swaps. Jack and Kyle weigh in on what it means for the finally rebuilding Wizards going forward. | |||
| Episode 23: The Washington Wizards have a new front office, Bradley Beal might get traded and who could they pick in next week's NBA Draft? | 15 Jun 2023 | 00:52:29 | |
The Washington Wizards have added a new President of Monumental Basketball, a new General Manager and a new Director of Player Development. Greg Finberg of Bullets Forever joins Kyle J. Andrews to discuss, along with the potential trade of Bradley Beal and more. It's a new day in the nation's capital! | |||
| Episode 22: Do we like or love the Wizards' hire of Michael Winger and 105.7 The Fan's Cordell Woodland joins Kyle and Tex to discuss Heat-Nuggets | 01 Jun 2023 | 01:22:14 | |
In this podcast episode, @JTexKnows and @KyleJAndrews_ discuss the recent addition of Michael Winger as the President of Monumental Basketball, the possible general manager hire, the NBA Draft, and a potential Bradley Beal trade. We'll also have a special guest, 105.7 The Fan's Cordell Woodland, who will share his insights on the Heat-Nuggets NBA Finals. Tune in to hear our predictions and analysis on the latest Wizards news and the NBA Finals! | |||
| Episode 21: Michael Winger is hired as the President of Monumental Basketball, so what's next for the Wizards? | 26 May 2023 | 00:31:13 | |
Breaking News: Michael Winger, former General Manager of the Los Angeles Clippers, has been hired by the Washington Wizards as the President of Monumental Basketball. In this episode, we discuss the implications of this major move for both teams and the league as a whole. Tune in to hear our thoughts on Winger's experience and track record, as well as our predictions for how this new leadership will impact the Wizards' future. | |||
| Episode 20: Boston.com's Khari Thompson talks Celtics, Ja and More | 16 May 2023 | 01:12:53 | |
Boston.com sports reporter Khari Thompson (@_KhariThomspon) jumps on the podcast to discuss the Celtics 112-88 victory over the 76ers and Jayson Tatum's close out 51-point performance in Game 7. Kyle (@KyleJAndrews_) asks Khari a series of questions about Tatum and Brown and wonders how people can sleep on Al Horford. | |||
| Episode 19: Kyle Goon, Sports Columnist for the Baltimore Banner discusses the Lakers and his familiarity with the team | 11 May 2023 | 00:45:45 | |
Kyle Goon (@KyleGoon) is a sports columnist for the Baltimore Banner, where he writes about the latest on the Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore Orioles. He's a Howard County native and went to the University of Maryland, but he's been away for awhile -- covering the Utah Jazz, then the Los Angeles Lakers. Goon discusses the Lakers changes during the season and his journey back home to Maryland. | |||
| Episode 18: Philly's own Michael Jones and Jonathan Brown talk Sixers | 29 Apr 2023 | 01:19:29 | |
Michael Jones (@Jonesy_LJR) and Jonathan Brown (@JLBfromDVM), hosts of Jonesy & Brown (@JonesyandBrown) join the show to talk everything from their hometown Sixers to Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson's contracts to... participation trophies? Check out the latest episode with Kyle J. Andrews (@KyleJAndrews). | |||
| Episode 17: Matt Modderno discusses the firing of Wizards GM Tommy Sheppard and other potential offseason moves | 21 Apr 2023 | 01:12:17 | |
It was an unexpected move by Wizards owner Ted Leonsis, but on Wednesday, he fired President of Basketball Operations Tommy Sheppard. So, Kyle J. Andrews (@KyleJAndrews_) and Matt Modderno (@MattModderno) of the Bleav in Wizards Podcast (@BleavvinWizards) discussed the move and Wes Unseld Jr. got a vote of confidence from Leonsis. What's next for Washington's roster? Will the Wizards make some improvements to the coaching staff and through the draft? | |||
| Episode 16: Wizards Twitter's favorite youngin' Greg Finberg joins the pod | 18 Apr 2023 | 00:38:18 | |
Greg Finberg (@GregFinberg) is a lifelong Wizards fan and he's made a name for himself on Wizards Twitter. He discusses Washington's season with Kyle J. Andrews (@KyleJAndrews_), where the team can improve in the draft and possible offseason transactions. | |||
| Episode 15: Lighting the Beam with Kings reporter Cameron Salerno | 17 Apr 2023 | 01:14:33 | |
Kyle J. Andrews (@KyleJAndrews_) discusses the NBA playoffs and specifically the Sacramento Kings with Cameron Salerno (@CameronSalerno1) who covers the team for Associated Press. The two go into the ins and outs of this iteration of the Kings, Kyle complains about the Wizards and it's just a good time for all. | |||
| Episode 14: Wizards season recap, Orioles & Nationals talk | 02 Apr 2023 | 01:26:02 | |
Kyle and Tex discuss the Wizards season as a whole with the end near. They also get into the draft, problems with the team and a number of issues surrounding the front office and coaching staff. Then, they get into some NBA postseason predictions and MLB predictions about the Orioles and Nate . | |||
| Episode 13: Clinton Yates and the 2023 NBA All-Star Weekend | 27 Feb 2023 | 00:40:56 | |
Kyle opens up with some Wizards talk before heading into a discussion with ESPN's Clinton Yates (@clintonyates). They discuss some baseball and ultimately, the 2023 NBA All-Star Weekend. | |||
| Episode 12: The Ringer's Mirin Fader discusses LeBron and Kareem | 10 Feb 2023 | 01:01:16 | |
Kyle (@KyleJAndrews_) discusses the trade deadline, the moves the Wizards didn't make and LeBron. He also welcomed in The Ringer's Mirin Fader (@MirinFader) who wrote "Giannis: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP", along with a number of outstanding feature stories across the sports landscape. She discusses her career and its growth, along with her latest story on The Ringer title "LeBron, Kareem, and the Secrets to Greatness" where she dives into LeBron James and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's similarities. | |||
| Episode 11: Mike Patton talks ASG snubs and who's impressed | 03 Feb 2023 | 00:39:53 | |
Freelance sports journalist Mike Patton (@MikePatton2) joins the pod to discuss the All-Star Game selections, snubs and a number of other Grizzlies-related things. Also, we talk HBCU and mid-major basketball. | |||
| Episode 10: Wizards struggle, advanced stats tell the story | 17 Jan 2023 | 00:37:43 | |
The Wizards have lost 5 of their last 6 games. Does Kyle Kuzma deserve a contract extension from the Wizards? Jack (@Jack_Skolnik) returns to go off and Kyle (@KyleJAndrews_) discusses the advanced stats and how they pertain to Washington's struggle. Also, 2023 NBA Draft talk! | |||
| Episode 9: Brian Waters from The Ringer joins the show | 13 Jan 2023 | 00:38:28 | |
Brian Waters (@brianhwaters) goes way back with Kyle (@KyleJAndrews_). Brian is currently a producer for The Ringer Wrestling Show. We have him on the pod to discuss his Lakers and a number of other things around the NBA. Also, some bonus Lamar Jackson talk for those Ravens fans out there. | |||
| Episode 8: What should the Wizards do with Bradley Beal? | 09 Jan 2023 | 00:35:40 | |
Washington has a dilemma on its hands. No, it doesn't have anything to do with Congress, but it has all to do with the health of one Bradley Beal. Beal has a lingering hamstring injury and the team has struggled with him in the lineup. We discuss Rui Hachimura's play since being discussed in a potential Jae Crowder deal with the Phoenix Suns. Also, the 2023 NBA Draft is coming up. Who should the Wizards take a look at? | |||
| Episode 7: Who's your MVP? Taji Burris from the Baltimore Banner joins the show | 05 Jan 2023 | 00:33:13 | |
The guys have a guest in back-to-back episodes. No Wizards talk, but this time for The Capital Crossover Podcast, the one and only Taji Burris (@stillTaji) joins us to discuss the MVP race and a number of other award races. Tex (@JTexKnows) and Kyle (@KyleJAndrews_) also give their predictions. | |||
| Episode 6: AD drops 55 on Washington's head, Brendan from Wizards of Gallery Place joins | 06 Dec 2022 | 00:30:04 | |
Kyle (@KyleJAndrews_), J-Tex (@JTexKnows) and Jack (@jack_skolnik) are joined by Brendan (@threezustrist) of Wizards of Gallery of Place. What is going on with the Wizards? They've lost to the Nets, Hornets and most notably the Lakers. Anthony Davis looked like his old self and more against Kristaps Porzingis and the guys. Is it time to blow it up and call it a year at 11-13? Also, Bradley Beal's comments on 'No Chill' had us discussing some things about the direction of the team. Listen to another action-packed episode of the Capital Crossover Podcast! | |||
| Episode 5: Bradley Beal isn't to blame for Wizards mediocrity | 30 Nov 2022 | 00:38:26 | |
Jack and Kyle discuss the share of blame that Bradley Beal has gotten throughout the years for the Wizards being mid, quite frankly. The Wizards are currently sitting at 11-10 on the season and they need a wing defender. Is Jae Crowder the guy? | |||
| Episode 4: Wizards win 4 straight, better w/o Beal? | 15 Nov 2022 | 00:38:53 | |
The Washington Wizards won four straight contests since we last recorded. They beat the Hornets, Mavericks, Jazz and Grizzlies and have rolled to an 8-6 record. While Delon Wright has been out, Jordan Goodwin has stepped up in his absence. He's averaging 9.5 points (77.8% from 3-point, 53.8% field-goal percentage), 5.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 1.3 blocks, 0.8 steals and owns a plus-minus of 4.3 over the course of four games. Does he replace Monte Morris in the starting lineup? Also, the team is 4-1 without Bradley Beal. What's different with him out? Find out here on the Capital Crossover Pod. | |||
| Episode 3: All aboard the struggle bus, Wizards are now 3-4 | 02 Nov 2022 | 00:38:59 | |
What's going on with the Wizards? They're now 3-4 and have lost their last three games against Indiana, Boston and Philly. What can they do to improve the team with the injury of Delon Wright? Why was Deni Avdija benched? Why is Anthony Gill starting? Tex and Jack get discuss with Kyle out. | |||
| Episode Tew: 3-1 start, Wright is injured & bold predictions | 28 Oct 2022 | 00:36:36 | |
Jack (@jack_skolnik), Tex (@JTexKnows) and Kyle (@KyleJAndrews_) discuss Delon Wright's injury to start off the show. Then, they jump into the Wizards' 3-1 start with their first four games against Indiana, Chicago, Cleveland and Detroit. Lastly, they jump into hot takes for the rest of the season. It's the Kuz show! | |||
| Episode 1: Allow Us to Introduce Ourselves, Wiz win 114-107 | 21 Oct 2022 | 00:27:14 | |
Kyle J. Andrews, Jack Skolnik and Jordan Teixeira bring to you a brand new Washington Wizards podcast where they discuss the newest happenings in DC basketball. Today's episode is about the season outlook, what to expect with the new additions of Will Barton, Monte Morris and Delon Wright, Bradley Beal's leadership and expectations, Kyle Kuzma's progression, Kristaps Porzingis' health and their 114-107 victory against the Indiana Pacers. | |||