The Off The Glass Podcast

In Episode 59 "Z" breaks down the last 6 minutes of the 4th quarter between the Thunder and the Trailblazers. What lead up to Dame hitting the game winning 37ft 3 pointer. He also previews the exciting second round match-ups between the Bucks and Celtics, and the Raptors and 76ers.

In episode 58 "Z" gives his playoff preview as the playoffs are set to start this weekend.

In his latest episode "Z" covers the strange unexpected quitting by Magic Johnson on the Lakers. Offers his thoughts on what does this mean for the future of the franchise and LeBron James going forward. He also talks about the NCAA championship game between Virginia and Texas Tech and how Virginia was able to win their first national championship in school history.

In the latest episode of The Off The Glass Podcast with the regular season all most over and the playoffs around the corner "Z" takes a look at some of the biggest storylines from this NBA season. He also previews the Final Four and gives you his pick to cut down nets.

In Episode 55 "Z" picks his All-NBA team and you will be surprised who's not on it. In "speak on it" He talks March Madness and shares his Final Four picks.

In episode 54 "Z" discusses LeBron James passing Michael Jordan on the all-time scoring list. He breaks down Trae Young's incredible play, and they overall strength of this rookie class. He also talks whether Paul George's defensive play should be factored into his MVP case? He addresses the Lakers saga and the struggles of the Celtics, and offers a clear perspective on Kyrie Irving. In this week's segment of "speak on it" talks about social media and how it is affecting our mental health.

In Episode 53 "Z" is joined by College Basketball/NBA prospect Guru Rashad Phillips. He is Detroit Mercy all time leading scorer. The voice of Sports Talk 2319, PG All American and Naismith Award Winner. They discussed Trae Young and how Rashad felt Trae Young was the number one pick in last years draft. They talk the importance of developing a culture lead by player development to develop young players. Rashad offer some thoughts on D'Angelo Russell's great play and development, and they closed out discussing Markelle Fultz.

In Episode 52 "Z" discusses the Sham NCAA and offers some thought on whether athletes should be paid or not. Zion Williamson blew out his shoe and almost suffered a career ending injury. Z gives a suggestion on what Zion and other future African-American players should do. Can OKC beat the Warriors and will the Lakers make the playoffs? Stay tune for Z's thoughts. The Off The Glass Podcast is next!

In Episode 51 "Z" offers his thoughts on the trade deadline. Did he like the moves that the Sixers, Raptors, and Bucks made? Did the moves make these teams strong enough to beat the Warriors? Should have the Pelicans taken the deal from the Lakers? Did the Knicks make the right move trading Kristaps Porzingis? In the latest edition of "Speak On It" he talks about player empowerment.

In Episode 50 "Z" is joined by NBA Champion 4x time All-Star, All-NBA performer Shawn "Matrix" Marion. Z asked him how he felt about being the first small ball 4 and how his versatility made him successful. He weighs in on the G.O.A.T. debate is LeBron better than Jordan? He offers some advice for how opposing teams should guard James Harden. Finally he takes the listeners behind the scenes of their championship run.

In episode 49 "Z"'s long time friend, teammate, roommate, from college Marcus Jackson drops by the show to talk James Harden. They address the recent comments that CP3 made about James Harden being the greatest scorer of all-time. The discuss some of the all-time scoring greats and name who makes their all-time scoring list. In the latest edition of "Speak On It" they talk about respect and how to teach young players to be respectful.

In episode 48 "Z" discusses Tom Thibodeau getting fired. He also give some thoughts on the MVP candidates this season. In the new installment of "Speak On It" he offers a different perspective to the GOAT discussion.

In episode 47 "Z" stops by to discuss the Christmas Day games. He talks Hardens incredible play, He discuss why the 76ers are a level below the Celtics and the Raptors. He offers a conversational take on Ben Simmons. He discusses why we shouldn't panic with the Warriors. He weighs in on how LeBron's injury will effect the Lakers long term. And of course the latest edition of "Speak On It".

In episode 46 "Z" takes you through the tight Western Conference and weighs in on who's for real and who won't make this years playoffs. He also talks about the Eastern Conference, where you have four teams who have a legitimate chance to make the finals. He talks MVP, and finally another addition of "Speak On It!"He speaks on the disaster of a franchise The Chicago Bulls.

In episode 45 "Z" discusses the early season struggles of the Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors. He also talks about Kemba Walkers impressive start to the season, and debuts his new segment "Speak On It".

In episode 43 "Z" Dives into the Markelle Fultz's jump-shot saga. He offers a medical explanation and give his own experience with a shoulder injury involving his shooting shoulder. He talks about Jimmy Butler joining the 76ers and whether or not this makes them a legit championship contender. Lastly he weighs in an offers some perspective from a players point of view on the Draymond KD confrontation.

In episode 43 "Z" gets in to the numbers and looks at some of the early leaders in the eastern and western conferences. He uses the numbers to look at the teams strength of schedule and their offensive and defensive ratings. He also takes a look at some of the lineups what has been successful what lineups have not. Hope you enjoy this episode as "Z" nerds out a little bit.

In episode 42 "Z" discusses the early season struggles of the Houston Rockets and the Washington Wizards. He also talked about the rookies and D Rose 50 point game.

In episode 41 "Z" is joined by Quenton S. Albertie writer for CavsNationNet which can be found on the ClutchPoints App and TheCelticsWire on the USA Today SMG. He gives some insight into the Cavs firing of Lue, and what is next for the Cavs long term. They also talk Celtics and the future of the Celtics organization. Great episode with a lot of content enjoy!

In episode 40 now that the first couple of weeks of the NBA is in the books "Z" discusses the east and west conferences. The Celtics struggle early, the Raptors look great, and are the Bucks the third best team in the east? The Lakers early struggles, T-Wolves saga, the Pelicans early success, Steph, AD, and Giannis are your early season MVP's.

In episode 39 “Z” weighs in on the G League announcement that they will pay elite prospects 125,000 dollars starting next summer. Also he makes a big announcement make sure to subscribe on your podcast listening platform.

In episode 38 "Z" drops in to discuss the Federal Corruption Case Involving the NCAA and Adidas Basketball employees. He asked the question how come nobody is covering this? He talks about the Jimmy Butler saga in Minnesota, and offers some quick thoughts on opening night in the NBA.

In episode 38 "Z" offers some thoughts on the preseason, and talks about the GM survey. Lastly he covers the new rule changes for this upcoming season.

In episode 1 of season 2 Marcus Edwards joins "Z" to preview the upcoming NBA season. While recording the Jimmy Butler news broke. They also discuss the possibly of KD to the Lakers next year.

In episode 35 "Z" had a chance to speak with WNBA, Chicago Legend Cappie Pondexter. They spoke on her career, what impact did Hall of Fame Coach Dorothy Gators her high school coach And Coach C. Vivian Stringer her college coach have on her life and career. Z feels that Cappie and Diana Taurasi was the best back court in basketball history, and he asked for her thoughts. Finally they talked about her interest in fashion.

In Episode 34 "Z" has the honor of talking with Coach David Thorpe. Coach Thorpe has written the book "Basketball Is Jazz" he has coached at the high school and AAU level. He's a basketball trainer to NBA players as well as overseas Pro's. He has worked for ESPN covering the NBA. They covered what does it mean to be a basketball trainer and how has it changed over the years. He weighs in on what makes a great player. They discuss could those 80's Lakers teams beat the Warriors? And they finish up talking about the NCAA and it recent changes.

In Episode 33 "Z" is joined by college basketball Nigel Thomas. Nigel is the Assistant Basketball Coach at North Carolina Wesleyan College. Nigel brings over 15 years of coaching experience to the game. His knowledge, love, enthusiasm, and passion for the game is the first thing you notice about coach Thomas once he starts talking about the game. We cover what's it like recruiting at the division three level. The impact that AAU and trainers have had on the game of basketball. We also discuss the recent changes that NCAA has made and needs to make going forward to improve the game. He offers his thoughts on the NBA and the concept of players building super teams.

In episode 32 "Z" had the pleasure of interviewing one of most influential people in Chicago Basketball History and to the game period Ms. Lauren Foster. She has been involved with coaching the game and teaching the game for well over 40 years. She has dedicated her life to working with young people especially young black men.

In episode 31 "Z" talks about LeBron James joining the Lakers. Kevin Durant stays in Golden State.He covers Paul George's decision to stay in OKC, and what does all this mean for Kwahi Leonard. He also covers some of the other deals from the opening weekend in NBA free agency, and he also talks about the salary cap for the upcoming season and what this means for the type of contracts that will be offered and signed.

In Episode 30 "Z" is joined by his college teammate, roommate, and long time friend Marcus Jackson as they recap the draft, the Warriors place in history, and no podcast would be complete without talking about LeBron James. Great perspective and insight in this one!

In episode 29 "Z" is joined by his longtime Marcus Edwards. They chop it up about LeBron's career, how he compares to Jordan, why is he so hated, and where he might play next season. They dive into the Kwahi Leonard saga as well. This is a dope podcast sit back listen and enjoy!

In episode 28 "Z" recaps game 4 of the finals as the Golden State Warriors swept the Cleveland Cavaliers to win Back 2 Back championships their 3rd in 4 years. He talks about where do they rank in history as an all-time great team. He also discusses the Bryan Colangelo saga in Philly, and offer some more thoughts on where LeBron will play next year.

In Episode 27 "Z" recaps game 3 of the finals as the Golden State Warriors are now one game away from back 2 back championships. KD had an unbelievable game and LeBron finished with a triple double.

In episode 26 "Z" recaps game 2 of the finals as we were treated to some hot shooting by Steph Curry and the rest of the Warriors. What Cleveland needs to do in game 3 and the rest of the series so the series does not end in a sweep. He closes out with a s/o and salute to Doris Burke and he weighs in on the Bryan Colangelo saga in Philly.

In episode 25 “Z” offers some thoughts and proposes a theory on why Kevin Durant’s play as of late has been less than stellar.

In episode 24 "Z" recaps game 1 of the NBA finals. Did the refs cost the Cavs the game? Or was the JR Smith Blunder the real reason? He also talks about the Durant no show last night, and why all is not lost if your Cleveland.

In episode 23 “Z” recaps game 1 of the western conference finals.

In episode 22 “Z” recaps last nights dominating performance by the Celtics and what does this mean for the Cavs going forward. He also previews tonight’s western conference finals matchup between the Warriors and the Rockets.

In Episode 21 “Z” recaps game 7 between the Cavs and the Pacers, and LeBron’s epic performance. He also takes a look at the Rockets and Jazz and previews the matchup between the 76ers and Celtics.

In episode 20 “Z” stops by to preview tonight’s key game 5 matchups and can the Jazz close out the Thunder?

In Episode 19 "Z" is joined by his father in-law "Triple OG" and they break down the NBA playoffs which starts tomorrow. Stay tuned to the end as Z has a surprise finals match-up and champion.

In episode 18 I'm joined by my childhood friend Joel Bullock and we discuss basketball in the Chi, playing Small Fry basketball, and lastly with the passing of Zeke Upshaw Joel discusses his heart condition and how he almost lost his life. I wanted to shed some light on this serious health issue. RIP Zeke Upshaw

In Episode 17 "Z" discusses the NCAA Scandal, he also talks about the Western Conference Playoff Race, and weighs in on the MVP race between James Harden and Anthony Davis.

In episode 16 "Z" chops it up with his father-in-law "Triple Old G" they weigh in on the moves the CAVS made at the trade deadline. They talk about their choice for MVP right now. And "Triple Old G" gives some thoughts on D Rose and his career, which only make sense he has been knowing him since the age of 14. He also talks about the impact the late great Coach Bob Hambric of Simeon High School on Chicago basketball.

In episode 15 "Z" recaps the prime-time slate of NBA games that took place this past Saturday. Game 1 featured OKC vs. CAVS and the night cap featured the HOU vs GSW in a potential western conference final match up. He also weighs in on whether these NBA players are soft by choice or have the powers that be made the league this way.

In episode 14 "Z" interviews Chicago Basketball Legend Jobba. They discuss Chicago basketball culture, what the Pro-Am use to mean to Chicago Basketball and what happen to the Pro-Am. What makes Chicago Basketball so unique, and Jobba offers a solution to help curb and possibly end the gun violence plaguing Chicago.

In episode 13 "Z" takes a look at the full slate of Christmas Day games, and also discusses his latest blog post From Boys to Men the Proper Perspective of the Young Men Who Went From High School to the NBA

In Episode 12 "Z" discusses Kobe Bryant's career as his numbers get retired. And offers his take on a couple of topics dealing with basketball from social media.

In episode 11 "Z" discusses the Cavs current win streak, Kawhi's injury, Melo's negative impact on OKC's offense, the Clippers future is it time to blow it up, and finally he does a rookie update.

In episode 10 "Z" talks about the Celtic's streak and what it means long term. He asks and answers the question is Lebron playing to many minutes? OKC struggles is it Westbrook's fault? And why are the Lakers boosting Ball's assist totals at home?