SB - Ryan “Hezi God” Carter 8.5.’26 10.27 PM

Story by: Gail NoblesPodcast Cover by: Gail NoblesMusic Intro: Passion Hi-FiUsage: Free BeatsIntro: Ryan "Hezi God" Carter does not have official, mainstream sports magazine covers like Sports Illustrated or SLAM. But I’m putting him on the podcast cover of Entertainment Podcasting Sports. He’s an incredible streetball player and has been an incredible player in the BIG3. Earlier in the podcast, we talked about him being a BIG3 player...The Missing Validation of PrinSome might argue that in the digital age, a player doesn't need legacy media if they have an Instagram following. But the truth is, Hezi God did need a magazine cover. Not everyone is standing on the concrete at Venice Beach to see him play live, and algorithms only show his highlights to people who already love streetball. A mainstream cover is what bridges the gap, introducing a playground legend to the casual sports world and solidifying them in history.The BIG3 Blueprint: Proving the Critics WrongFor years, mainstream basketball purists argued that playground talents couldn't survive in a structured, professional league with strict refereeing. Carter completely shattered that narrative in Ice Cube's professional 3-on-3 league. He didn't just play; he dominated, winning the BIG3 Rookie of the Year award and dropping a historic, record-breaking 35-point game. If a performance like that doesn't earn you a national magazine cover, the system is broken.The Podcast Co-SignBecause the major publications haven’t given him his due print features, independent platforms have to step up. That is why an outlet like Entertainment Podcasting Sports is the perfect place to put him on the cover. If the mainstream media won't introduce his awesome professional legacy to the wider public, we will.I’m Gail Nobles. Tune in again for more news about Ryan “Hezi God” Carter part 2 on EPS.All about sports.