Wake Up and Win with DeVon Pouncey

On this episode we share our thoughts on all things World Cup on and off the pitch (7:00) and DeVon discusses his excitement in anticipation for Future's new album releasing this week (35:00) and more!

On this episode the guys discuss DeVon ("DJ Pounce") being selected as a recipient of the Trail Blazer award for PDX Hip-Hop week's 2026 Star Awards (6:50), and Ja Morant getting traded to the Portland Trail Blazers (15:40). They also recap the BET Awards (38:00) and other happenings so far during the NBA Offseason (46:25)

On this episode DeVon recaps Memorial Day Weekend and what seems to be the top songs headed into summer (5:15), reaction to Kevin Hart's Breakfast Club interview on the Breakfast Club regarding backlash from Tony Hinchcliffe's joke about George Floyd (14:37), We close the episode discussing hoops from the Portland Fire to the NBA playoffs (44:19)

On this episode we review and discuss Drake's album 3 album releases on the same day (5:57). We discuss him dissing NBA stars LeBron James and DeMar DeRozan (15:35), reactions to "2 Hard 4 the Radio" paying homage to Mac Dre (32:40), and why "Maid of Honour" is DeVon's favorite album of the 3 albums (41:47).

On this episode we discuss attending the inaugural Portland Fire game (3:20), latest in the NBA Playoffs (17:20), the passing of Brandon Clarke and Jason Collins (32:25). *SPOILER ALERT* DeVon shares his thoughts on the "Michael" movie (41:40). The guys then move onto discuss there anticipation for Drakes album release (54:15). We end the episode with our "Takin L's" segment (104:10).

On this episode we recap the Portland Trail Blazers season and DeVon's first year working with them (22:00), share thoughts on the NBA playoffs (40:40). We also discuss Kehlani's new self-titled album and our favorite albums of the year so far (51:55) and Steve Stoute's comments about pursing fame over talent (57:30)

On this episode we discussed the Portland Trail Blazers play-in victory over the Phoenix Suns (3:35). *SPOILER ALERT* We also discuss the "Untold: Jail Blazers" doc on Netflix (29:22). Lastly we react to the Portland Fire WNBA draft picks (43:00).

On this episode we discuss the passing of Oregon broadcasting legend Grant McOmie (13:00), make predictions for the NCAA women's and men's Final Four (23:15), Dan Hurley headbutts referee (42:15), Takin L's (48:45) and more!

On this episode we discuss Jay-Z mentioning Portland in his recent GQ interview and speculate what it meant for Portland (15:45), and DeVon discusses his experience attending the NCAA tournament in Portland (41:37). We finish the episode with our "Takin L's" segment (53:34).

On our return episode after spending some time away we discuss the WNBA and WNBPA coming to a verbal CBA agreement (13:27), potential NBA expansion to Las Vegas and Seattle (35:38), Bam Adebayo scores 83 (50:10). We also bring back our "Takin L's" segment (58:00) and more!

On this episode we reflect on Spencer's first full season as the Pacific University Basketball play-by-play voice (5:56). We also share our thoughts on NBA All-Star weekend (31:20), reflect on the life and legacy of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson (44:30) and more!

On this episode we recap the Super Bowl (4:30) and the Bad Bunny Performance during halftime (10:49). We also precap NBA All-Star weekend (25:43). We discuss Senator Ron Wyden becoming the longest tenured US Senator in the history of the State of Oregon (32:51), LaRussell signs to Roc Nation (43:58) and J. Cole's new album (56:25)

On this episode we discussed our thoughts surrounding ICE and the arrest of Don Lemon (11:33), we precap Super Bowl LX (42:40) and we recap the Grammy's and our predictions (50:30)

On this episode we discuss Indiana Football winning the College Football Playoff and what it means for college football going forward (5:24), the Portland Fire and WNBA release schedules for upcoming season without a CBA agreement (22:11), thoughts on NBA All-Star starters (35:45), and what can be the latest threat to DJs (44:46) and more!

On this episode we discuss Charlamagne Tha God's contract extension with Iheartmedia and it's potential implications on the broadcast landscape (11:30), we then react to Snoop Dogg as a NBA guest analyst (32:45). We also rapid fire through topics such as the College Football Playoff, WNBA CBA negotiations and more!

On our final episode of the year we recap our 2025 starting with DeVon and Spencer discussing DeVon's unexpected career change in the beginning of the year (8:56). The guys then pivot to their favorite political moment of the year (19:23), favorite Wake Up and Win episode (29:25), favorite sports moment (37:30), Favorite Media platform/Interview (50:45), and favorite music moment of the year (1:03:00)

On this episode we discuss the significance of Club 520 and Adidas historic shoe deal (19:30), the WNBA offers CBA deal but want to remove "housing" (45:38) and more!

On this episode DeVon discusses being the in-arena host of the 2 most recent Portland Trail Blazer home games (4:30), injuries of NBA stars (47:48) and more!

On this episode DeVon and Spencer share their predictions on recently released grammy nominations (5:00), DeVon then shares his thoughts on attending the Youngboy show (26:00). The guys then pivot to discuss Stephen A. Smith and his constant news cycle presence (34:37) and more!

On this episode we discuss Zohran Mamdani's Mayoral election in NYC and other midterm election results (6:00), Dodgers wins back-to-back World Series (30:35), the start of the Men's college basketball season (42:57), Hip-Hop misses the Hot 100 charts for the first time in 30 years (57:35) and more!

On this episode we discuss the government shut down and Snap benefits not being released beginning November 1st, 2025 (6:20). We then make our NBA season predictions and opening week news in the NBA (19:42).

On this episode we begin by discussing opening night of the NBA and the NBC braodcast (5:30), Portland Fire hire Head Coach Alex Sarama and other WNBA news (32:20), and the passing of D'Angelo (40:55).

On this episode we discuss the return of "Jimmy Kimmel Live" (7:55), the latest in the WNBA including the playoffs, A'ja MVP honors and coaching changes (32:10). We also quickly touch on topics such as friend of the show Jason Verrett being inducted into the TCU Hall of Fame, Ice Cube's tour (which DeVon attended) and more!

On this episode we discuss recent happenings in the WNBA playoffs (11:15), Coach Dan Lanning's post game comments regarding the Charlie Kirk incident (29:55), Adam Silver's comments about the NBA being a "highlight" league (44:05), Bud Crawford defeats Canelo Alvarez (48:25) and more!

On this episode we share our thoughts regarding the assasination of Charlie Kirk and what it could mean for the future (6:30), President Trumps "like living in hell" comments regarding Portland, OR (40:55). We also discuss our end of the WNBA regular season thoughts (51:08), NFL and College Football including DeVon's recent Oregon Ducks game experience (1:00:25), and the upward trajectory of Male R&B artists (1:09:53

On this episode friennd of the show Hank Stern (Oregon Press Secretary for U.S. Senator Ron Wyden) joined to discuss the passing and legacy of George Raveling (4:45), we precap Oregon Ducks Vs. Oklahome State football matchup this Saturday (26:35), and recent moves with the Portland Fire (35:33)

On this solo episode DeVon reacts to the introductory press conference for Portland Fire General Manager Vanja Cernivec (6:35). DeVon also shares his thoughts regarding a potential WNBA lockout (21:12), seeing "The Roots" live at Pioneer Square and where Black Thought now stands on his all-time MC list (26:10), and Shedeur Sanders is announced as QB3 for the Cleveland Browns (37:30).

On this episode DeVon reflects on his experience attending the Big 3 celebrity game and semifinals in Dallas (9:41). The guys also discuss the latest in the WNBA (33:50), Tank Vs. Jake Paul announcement (46:10), the Trailblazers have reached a sale agreement (49:36), BET's cancellation of the Hip-Hop and Soul Train awards (58:41), new music releases (1:13:20) and more!

On this episode we reflect on the passing of Hulk Hogan (21:42), we celebrate C.C. Sabathia officially being inducted into the Hall of Fame (43:47) and we rapid fire through topics such as Coach Prime being cured of cancer, Shannon Sharpe not returning to ESPN, Gilbert Arenas gets arrested and more!

On this episode we reflect on the passing of Hollywood Hulk Hogan (21:42), celebrate the achievement of C.C. Sabathia being officially inducted into the Hall of Fame (43:47). We then rapid fire through topics such as Coach Prime being cured from cancer, Shannon Sharpe being let go by ESPN and Gilbert Arenas gets arrested.

On this episode the guys discuss the return of Damian Lillard to the Portland Trail Blazers (4:58), the Stud Budz shine during WNBA All-Star weekend (32:11), WNBA players reject the latest CBA offer from the league (40:58), the passing of Malcolm Jamal Warner and Ozzy Osbourne (101:28) and lastly we acknowledge the New York Times article about the success of the Joe Budden Podcast and the Joe Budden network as an independent black media entity (1:07:45)

On this episode DeVon recaps the opportunity to DJ during D.O.L.L.A. weekend in Palm Springs, CA (5:35). The guys then go on to discuss their thoughts around the official announcement of the Portland Fire (16:21), recap recent music releases including albums form the Clipse, Jane Handcock and more (25:50), Northwest Conference new media rights deal (42:25) and more!

On this episode we open up discussing our trip up to Seattle last week. We go on to discuss WNBA expansion to Philly, Detroit and Cleveland (26:04), Portland's WNBA team parts ways with Team President and what it could mean (29:52), the current NBA offseason transaction cycle (42:56). Spencer also shares his thoughts on the "Big Beautiful Bill" (58:40). P.S. we recorded this episode prior to the reporting of Jalen Williams max rookie extension agreement

On this episode we waste no time celebrating reaching the episode 300 milestone! We also recap the NBA Finals (19:20), the latest in the WNBA (47:10), we share our thoughts on if the Neo-Soul sub-genre was disrespected in the recent Billboard top 75 R&B artists of all-time list (58:26) and what is happening with alternative first response systems in the state of Oregon (1:14:30).

On this Juneteenth episode DeVon recaps his black rodeo weekend experience in Portland (3:10). We also discuss Glorilla winning a gospel BET award and what that means for black music (16:40) and the latest in the NBA Finals (48:10).

On this episode David Pouncey Sr. joins to reflect on the life of his cousin Sylvester Stewart affectionately known as Sly Stone (3:50). Then DeVon and Spencer discuss the NBA Finals (27:50) and the new NBA All-Star format Team World Vs. Team USA (56:41) and more!

On this episode Dr. Courtney M. Cox joins to discuss her journey from journalist to professor and now author (5:30). We also discuss a wide range of women's basketball topics covered in her newly published book "Double Crossover: Gender, Politics, and Performance in Basketball" (15:13).

On this episode DeVon discusses topics surrounding the WNBA opening weekend (4:50), New York Times article about Stephen A. Smith wanting to be Joe Rogan? (32:50) and briefly the NBA Playoffs

On this episode we discuss NBC's announcement of Michael Jordan becoming a Special Contributor for next seasons NBA coverage (2:30), Portland Trailblazers for sale (21:25), NBA playoff update (38:18) and more!

On this episode we discuss an article about broadcaster/DJ Adam Amin who is based in Chicago (3:57), NBA playoffs (12:30) and the WNBA is back (50:20)!

On this episode we discuss the controversy around Shedeur Sanders 5th round NFL draft selection (5:50), latest thoughts on the NBA playoffs (35:45), DeVon discusses his departure from Street Roots after 7 years (1:00:00) and more!

On this episode Chris James joins to discuss Lowkey Golf and their upcoming golf tournament (6:05), latest in the NBA playoffs (13:52), and friend of the show Senator Ron Wyden joins to discuss the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Portland Thorns and Portland WNBA facilities (35:05)

On this episode we congratulate Portland Trailblazers Coach Chauncey Billups for receiving a multiyear extension (5:58), make our NBA postseason predictions (21:39) and more! P.S. Excuse the tardiness of this episode. It's been a long week!

On this episode we congratulate Joe Cronin for receiving at multi-year extention as the Portland Trailblazers (2:00), NCAA Women's and Men's March Madness comes to an end (13:25), Stephen A. Smith announces he's open to running for President (31:00) and more!

On this episode we are joined by Alex Moore and we discuss our predictions for the Men's and Women's Final Four (4:52), Alex's new podcast episode release titled "One More" (27:30), the Portland Trailblazers (46:51), music (53:28) and more!

On this episode we rapid fire through many topics starting with a reflection from DeVon on finishing up his 2nd season as the broadcast analyst for the Rip City Remix. Then the guys send their well wishes to Juju Watkins (15:38), and Damian Lillard (21:35). We then acknowledge the passing of George Foreman (27:51). We then revisit the back and forth between LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith and the recent play of Bronny James (30:15), share our thoughts around March Madness (1:04:25) and more!

On this episode we discuss recent happenings with Jess Hilarious on "The Breakfast Club" and how the media landscape has affected that (4:55), NCAA Women's basketball tournament predictions (38:12), a recap of the Unrivaled league (51:55) and more!

On this episode we discuss D-Boi's recent music releases (1:30), LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith confrontation (24:42), and NFL Offseason moves (1:04:36)

On this episode we discuss LeBron James reaching 50,000 ponits and the latest in the NBA (11:50) and United States Senator Ron Wyden joins to discuss the legacy of Bill Walton (45:50)

On this episode we discuss our experience in the Bay Area for NBA All-Star weekend (3:08), reports of WNBA expansion to Cleveland (54:10), and *Spoiler Alert* DeVon recaps the new Sly and the Family Stone documentary on Hulu (57:09) and more!