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What happens in between the final buzzer of a player’s last college game and the moment he's drafted into the NBA? In the latest episode of Breakaway, Villanova’s Mikal Bridges – a likely top-10 pick – takes us through every step of his wild summer. For more Breakaway, subscribe now via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or your podcast platform of choice.  Produced by Rob Mahoney with special thanks to Ben Eagle and Matt Dollinger. Music credits for this episode include: Kevin MacLeod, Chris Zabriskie, Lee Rosevere, and Pachyderm. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Steve Nash had Amar'e Stoudemire. John Stockton had Karl Malone. James Harden has Clint Capela. In this playoff episode of Breakaway, Houston's Clint Capela takes us through the ins and outs of the pick-and-roll game – and shows why he's one of the most critical players in the Western Conference Finals. For more Breakaway, subscribe now via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or your podcast platform of choice.  Produced by Rob Mahoney with special thanks to Ben Eagle and Matt Dollinger. Music credits for this episode include: Kevin MacLeod, Chris Zabriskie, Lee Rosevere, Pachyderm, P C III, and Soft and Furious. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How does a player suddenly become indispensible after years of bouncing around the NBA? In this episode, Miami's Wayne Ellington walks us through his well-traveled career and the break that changed everything. For more Breakaway, subscribe now via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or your podcast platform of choice.  Produced by Rob Mahoney with special thanks to Ben Eagle and Matt Dollinger. Music credits for this episode include: Kevin MacLeod, Chris Zabriskie, Lee Rosevere, Komiku, Kai Engel, and Pachyderm. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How do superstar scorers stay one step ahead of defenses trained to their every move? In this episode, Toronto’s DeMar DeRozan speaks to the value of technique—and the wide variety of moves he draws from to keeps opponents guessing. For more Breakaway, subscribe now via iTunes or your podcast platform of choice.  Produced by Rob Mahoney with special thanks to Ben Eagle and Matt Dollinger. Music credits for this episode include: Kevin MacLeod, Chris Zabriskie, Lee Rosevere, and Pachyderm. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How could​​ a player averaging five points a game become so vital to a modern superteam? In this episode, Oklahoma City’s Andre Roberson helps articulate the value of a first-rate defender – both with his presence and his absence. For more Breakaway, subscribe now via iTunes or your podcast platform of choice.  Produced by Rob Mahoney with special thanks to Ben Eagle and Matt Dollinger. Music credits for this episode include: Kevin MacLeod, Canton, Chris Zabriskie, Jay Man, P C III, Mindseye, S.I., and Lee Rosevere. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How can the leader of an NBA team help keep order in an ever-chaotic league? In the first episode of our second season, Portland’s Damian Lillard takes Breakaway into the locker room to better understand what keeps teams together and what pulls them apart. For more Breakaway, subscribe now via iTunes or your podcast platform of choice.  Produced by Rob Mahoney with special thanks to Ben Eagle and Matt Dollinger. Music credits for this episode include: Kevin MacLeod, Lee Rosevere, P C III, Axletree, and Chris Zabriskie. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How does a basketball player reinvent himself, over and over, without ever losing what made him special in the first place? In this episode, Utah’s Joe Johnson explains the continued evolution that has made him valuable to so many teams in so many different ways. For more Breakaway, subscribe now via iTunes or your podcast platform of choice. Produced by Alex Abnos and Rob Mahoney with special thanks to Ben Eagle and Matt Dollinger. Music credits for this episode include: Kevin MacLeod, Chris Zabriskie, and PCIII. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Why would one of the best coaches in the NBA forego the chance to lead a team of his own? In this episode, we consider the fascinating career of Golden State’s Ron Adams – a career assistant by choice who groomed some of the league’s best head coaches without ever taking the job himself. For more Breakaway, subscribe now via iTunes or your podcast platform of choice. Produced by Alex Abnos and Rob Mahoney with special thanks to Ben Eagle and Matt Dollinger. Music credits for this episode include: Kevin MacLeod, Chris Zabriske, Lezet, PCIII, and Kai Engel. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Why do NBA teams of all kinds go out of their way to sign veteran contributors? In this episode, Milwaukee's Jason Terry articulates the fuller value of his 18 years of experience through his dual role as player and teacher. For more Breakaway, subscribe now via iTunes or your podcast platform of choice. Produced by Alex Abnos and Rob Mahoney with special thanks to Ben Eagle and Matt Dollinger. Music credits for this episode include: Kevin MacLeod, Chris Zabriske, and P C III. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy