Out the Mud

The crew sits down for a candid conversation covering journalism, basketball culture, and the realities of success. The guest reflects on growing up in Queens and finding a path into sports media before sharing memorable experiences with stars like Stephon Marbury, Allen Iverson, Kobe Bryant, and Carmelo Anthony. The discussion dives into getting fired in 2009, handling polarizing interviews, and opening up about the Shannon situation. The episode also explores tension with LeBron James, whether Europe is beginning to take over basketball, the true cost of success, questions surrounding SGA’s impact on the game, and the criticism aimed at Memphis and Ja Morant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew welcomes Gerald Green to the show for an unforgettable conversation about resilience, talent, and longevity. Gerald reflects on losing a finger at a young age and still rising out of Houston to become one of basketball’s most electrifying athletes. He shares stories from jumping straight from prep to pro, battling the challenges of being a teenager in the NBA, and learning from Paul Pierce in Boston. Gerald opens up about stops in Minnesota, Indiana, Phoenix, and Miami, plus iconic dunks and career wake-up calls. The episode closes with coaching, BIG3 hoops, dunk contest legacy, and giving back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew welcomes Rockford’s finest, Fred VanVleet, for an inspiring conversation about resilience, leadership, and winning. Fred opens up about losing his father at a young age and how that shaped his drive to succeed. He reflects on being recruited to Wichita State, building a relentless work ethic, and earning his opportunity in Toronto. Fred shares stories from fighting for his career, the Raptors’ rise, the DeMar DeRozan trade, and winning a championship. He discusses his relationship with Masai Ujiri, leaving Toronto, mentoring Houston’s young talent, giving back to the community, becoming NBPA President, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We jump into a powerful conversation centered on the journey from humble beginnings to the NBA. Gabe reflects on growing up in Modesto and becoming a true student of the game, leading to an opportunity at UC Santa Barbara. He breaks down the draft process, earning his spot in the league, and what it meant to embrace Miami’s winning culture. The discussion shifts to securing the bag, playing alongside stars like LeBron and Jimmy, and transitioning to Atlanta. The episode also highlights life off the court, involvement with the NBPA, and unforgettable “welcome to the NBA” moments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew welcomes James Posey to the show for a deep dive into his journey from Cleveland to NBA champion. Posey reflects on finding his path to college and what it took to reach the league, sharing key rookie lessons along the way. He opens up about his time in Memphis, a pivotal suspension, and ultimately landing in Miami. Posey breaks down his influence on the 2008 Celtics championship team and the unforgettable parade. The conversation shifts to securing the bag, transitioning into coaching, being an early stretch-four, and building a business empire off the court before wrapping up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew kicks things off with an intro before welcoming Dorell to the show for a deep dive into his unique journey from baseball prodigy to NBA champion. He reflects on being recruited as a top baseball prospect and the unexpected path that led him from prep to pro basketball. Dorell shares draft night memories, embracing Heat Culture, and contributing to a championship run before earning his opportunity to shine. He breaks down stops with the Warriors, 76ers, and Portland, along with his overseas experience. The conversation closes with thoughts on watching his brother reach the league and giving back through charity work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew welcomes Lou to the show for a raw and entertaining look at his basketball journey from high school to a 17-year NBA career. Lou reflects on intense high school battles in Georgia and what it was like living a flashy lifestyle at a young age. He breaks down NBA draft workouts, his rookie year, and the influence Allen Iverson had on his game. Lou shares stories from playing with Kobe and the Lakers, his time with the Clippers, and why Doc Rivers stood out as a real one. The conversation shifts to life after basketball in media, wild fan experiences, and wraps with rapid-fire questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew welcomes Iman Shumpert for a wide-ranging conversation about basketball, culture, and life beyond the game. Shump reflects on growing up in Oak Park and Illinois’ rich basketball history before detailing his rise through the AAU circuit and becoming a McDonald’s All-American. He breaks down his defensive mindset, studying film, and why UNC wasn’t the move before locking in at Georgia Tech. Shumpert shares a CRAZY fight story, draft night memories, and early Knicks days—including a Steph Curry moment and the Linsanity era. He compares playing with Melo and LeBron, names the toughest players to guard, talks NBA rappers, Dancing with the Stars, and fatherhood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew welcomes CV to the show for a raw, entertaining look at his basketball journey from humble beginnings to the NBA. He reflects on nearly heading to Illinois before making a memorable 2004 National Championship run. CV walks through getting drafted and beginning his career in Toronto, developing his game, and navigating stops in Milwaukee, Detroit, and Dallas while chasing the bag. He shares a CRAZY locker room story and what it felt like saying goodbye to the NBA. The conversation gets deeper as he opens up about battling alopecia, remembers Kobe’s iconic 81-point game, revisits a Ryan Hollins fight, and closes with rapid-fire questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew sits down for a powerful conversation with Cuttino, diving into his upbringing and the foundation that built his relentless mindset. He reflects on his college journey, the belief in hard work that carried him through adversity, and the grind that led him to the NBA Draft. Cuttino revisits his rookie year, shares stories about legendary teammates who shaped his career, and breaks down what it was like making the move to Los Angeles. The discussion takes a deeper turn as he opens up about battling a heart condition and the perspective it gave him. The episode closes with rapid-fire questions that showcase his personality and wisdom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We back with Deron Williams for a deep dive into one of the most unique careers in basketball. D-Will reflects on his upbringing and the decision to choose Illinois before breaking down the intensity of NBA workouts and the emotions of draft day. He revisits his prime years hooping in Utah, earning All-Star selections, and battling through the Western Conference Finals. Deron opens up about the memorable Coach Sloan situation and how it shaped his journey. The conversation shifts to his time in Dallas, representing Team USA, and his surprising transition into a boxing match. The episode closes with rapid-fire questions revealing insight, humor, and perspective.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We welcome the First Lady, Alycia to the show for an inspiring, wide-ranging conversation about her rise in the boxing world. She opens up about her upbringing and the path that led her to turn professional, then breaks down how she prepares mentally and physically for each fight. Alycia talks about working with Most Valuable Promotions, the business of boxing, and what it’s like to compete on Netflix in front of a global audience. The episode wraps with a fun rapid-fire segment that shows off her personality, followed by an Out The Mud discussion that connects purpose, resilience, and staying true to the grind.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys open the show addressing Tony’s situation before shifting to Paul’s upbringing and the Inglewood mentality that shaped him. Paul reflects on making mistakes, learning from them, and what it took to become an All-American. He walks through his decision to attend Kansas and how that experience prepared him for the next level. The conversation turns to Boston’s rookies, intense locker room fights, and behind-the-scenes Celtics stories. The episode wraps with unforgettable memories from the Celtics’ famously crazy practices, offering rare insight into the competitiveness, culture, and edge required to survive at the highest level of basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys sit down with Ricky Davis for a powerful “Out the Mud” episode, diving deep into his journey from a challenging upbringing to life in the NBA. He reflects on his college years, getting drafted, and his transition to Cleveland during the early LeBron era. Ricky shares what it was like fighting for his spot in Boston, the experience of being traded to Minnesota, and how the league has evolved since his playing days. He closes with an inspiring look at the Ricky Davis Foundation and his commitment to giving back, offering listeners a raw and motivating look at his story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this gripping episode of “Out The Mud Podcast,” NBA veteran T.J. Ford shares his extraordinary story of resilience—from becoming a lottery pick to enduring eight separate paralysis scares due to spinal issues. He reveals how teammates once tried to get the team to give back his contract, how his body repeatedly betrayed him on the court, and the unseen support from the people who refused to give up on him. Ford dives into the mental and physical fight behind every comeback, the lessons learned through pain, and what real strength means beyond basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NBA big man Eddy Curry joins the show to share his incredible basketball journey—from growing up in Illinois and dominating the Chicago IET Pro Am to realizing his NBA dream with the Bulls. Eddy opens up about his draft experience, life in Chicago, and the health scare that changed his perspective. He also details a terrifying robbery story and his transition into life after basketball, working with the NBPA and teaching financial literacy to the next generation. The episode wraps with Eddy revealing his Top 5 players, offering insight, humor, and hard-earned wisdom along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kendrick Perkins joins the show for an honest, powerful conversation about his journey from a tough upbringing to making it in the NBA. He shares stories of seeing LeBron in high school, his path through college hoops, and what draft night meant to him. Perk reflects on his early Boston days, KG’s influence, and building something special in OKC. The crew dives into LeBron’s legendary focus, Perk’s transition to ESPN, and the friendships that changed along the way. Plus, a real talk debate on prep vs public school, thoughts on the Draymond–Ja Morant beef, and a fun rapid-fire finish.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of the Out The Mud Podcast features Rudy Gay opening up about his NBA journey, his time with the Memphis Grizzlies, and reflecting on his career regrets—including the strong belief that Memphis should have won an NBA championship during his tenure there. Rudy dives into stories from his playing days, the camaraderie within Memphis, and pivotal moments in his career, sharing honest insights into how close he and his teammates got to achieving a ring and what he wishes he’d done differently. The episode gives fans an authentic look into the mindset and emotions of a player who helped shape Grizzlies history, bringing forth the highs and lows, humor, and personal lessons learned throughout his path in the leagueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Out The Mud podcast episode, NBA guard Jalen Williams dives deep into his remarkable journey—from battling through long odds to thriving on the biggest stage. He shares details about the Oklahoma City Thunder’s intense NBA Finals run, reflecting on the mindset and resilience that carried the team forward. Williams also discusses the emotional rollercoaster of signing a $200 million contract, offering insight into what that milestone means both personally and professionally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some of the realest conversations in the game! From KD to D Rose we got you covered with this special drop!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBA Finals edition, Out the Mud style. Remeniscing on the success of the pod, and breaking down the environment in the NBA Finals with first hand experience. Plus, Merch coming soon. Tap in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's good family! This week we got some of our favorite moments from 2024 including Bobby SImmons, Penny Hardaway, Al Jefferson and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming into the league extremely young and being held back, JO shares the mental toughness required early in his career with Portland. The move to the Pacers and putting that team on his back, doing it for Reggie. The truth and real perspective of what happened at the palace. Why the NBA should stand up for their athletes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Lionel Hollins absolutely LOST it on the Grizzlies 😂See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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It was a great time to be a Memphis Grizzlies fan during the Grit and Grind era and Zach and Tony talk about itSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Doc Rivers really tried to embarrass Tony Allen and his players...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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One of our favorite moments from episode 2. Tony Allen and Chris Wallace have a REAL conversation about gang affiliations 👀See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Fresh off the heels of his jersey retirement announcement, Derrick Rose sits down with Out the Mud hosts Zach Randolph and Tony Allen for an unfiltered conversation. The 2011 MVP talks about everything from growing up in Chicago, his ACL injury, his 50-point game and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode we talk to a Chicago legend in Bobby Simmons. We get into what it was like making it out of south side, committing to DePaul with multiple NBA first round picks. Bobby was drafted by Michael Jordan and has some CRAZY stories about his time around the GOAT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we sit down with Mississippi legend Al Jefferson. One of the greatest scorers on the low block to do it. We dive into the infamous Kevin Garnett trade, his journey as a dominant force and even the time Tony Allen destroyed his car See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The evolution of this core group of Grizzlies and how the clock is ticking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A true legend, always repping for Memphis. Head Over to PrizePicks and make sure you use promo code "MUD" link is belowhttps://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/MUDSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our first guest is a legend! Welcome BD to Out the MudSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back at the Grind House for part 2!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We in the GRIND HOUSE re-living history! Out the Mud...Ya DigggSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.