Michael Rubin

Rutgers stars and top 2025 NBA Draft prospects Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper join Taylor Rooks to discuss how they are handling the hype surrounding their freshman year, expectations for this season, what impresses them most about each other's games, and how it feels being the two highest-rated recruits in program history. They also discuss what makes Cooper Flagg special, when they knew they had a chance to be lottery picks, what Giannis told them during an offseason workout, and Dylan makes the case for Ace to be the No. 1 pick in the 2025 draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin joins Taylor Rooks to discuss his infamous White Party and the impromptu beach football game featuring Tom Brady, C.J. Stroud, Micah Parsons, and others. He also explains what he's learned from being around Travis Scott, his friendship with Tom Brady, the special gift he received from Patriots owner Robert Kraft, why James Harden is misunderstood, how the Larry O'Brien trophy wound up at his house, what Caitlin Clark and Juju Watkins mean for the future of women's sports, what he admires most about Jay-Z, and what sports fans should expect at Fanatics Fest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian and entertainer Kevin Hart talks Paul George joining the 76ers, the record-breaking live stream with Kai Cenat and Druski, the Roast of Tom Brady, and people criticizing Bronny James. He also fires back at questions about his height, explains his love for small point guards, roasts Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, Jayson Tatum, and other NBA stars, discusses the funniest players in the NBA. Finally, he talks about LeBron James' acting skills, his definition of success at this point in his career and why he's in an elite club with Barry Bonds and Wayne Gretzky. Watch the full episode of Taylor Rooks X. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Knicks All-Star joins Taylor Rooks for exclusive interview to discuss whether he pays attention to his critics, why he doesn't care how people label him, why he loves playing for Tom Thibodeaux, and his immediate reaction to finding out he broke his hand in Game 7 of series vs. Pacers. He also breaks down why he left the Mavericks, how he's changed as a player in New York, why criticisms of Luka and Tatum are unfair, how he felt about not making Olympics roster, and responds to Reggie Miller's comments about Josh Hart and Knicks fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former NBA star Vince Carter sits down with Taylor Rooks for exclusive interview to discuss being voted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, how he feels about "ring culture" in basketball, the lack of quality veterans on NBA rosters, and how he tried to help Carmelo Anthony early in his career. He also explains why Kobe deserves to be in the GOAT conversation, why he thinks he would beat MJ in a dunk contest, the crazy dunk contest idea featuring LeBron and T-Mac that never happened, responds to critics who questioned his work ethic, recalls how Kobe helped prepare him for retirement and opens up about his relationship with the Raptors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Orlando Magic All-Star Paolo Banchero sits down with Taylor Rooks for exclusive interview to discuss his first All-Star experience, how an exchange with KD helped him know he'd arrived in the NBA, how he's grown in his 2nd season, and why he's chasing perfection. Paolo also breaks down his game-winning shot vs. the Pistons and emotional postgame interview, reacts to Magic disrespect, lists the 3 best defenders he's faced, weighs in on the Brady vs. Mahomes debate, and shares advice to Wemby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Atlanta Hawks All-Star Trae Young joins Taylor Rooks for exclusive convo to discuss why scoring is easier in the NBA than other leagues, Trae's take on the NBA All-Star Game, and if he would want to face-off vs. Caitlin Clark in a three-point contest. He also reacts to hearing his name in trade conversations, his desire to remain in Atlanta, explains why he wanted to start his own podcast, why "selfish" narrative bothers him, how he's improved as a defender, why the Hawks' ECF run wasn't a fluke, disputing the 'coach killer' label, and favorite courtside celebrity moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mavs forward sits down with Taylor Rooks to react to Donovan Mitchell's POV of his viral missed free-throws, gives inside details of his scuffles with LeBron and Jimmy Butler and breaks down Mavs' start to the season. He discusses his performance this year, shares his thoughts on Kyrie and Luka as a duo and what it will be like returning to Boston. Finally, he gives details on how he got a signed LeBron jersey and names his top 5 most impactful players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heat legend Udonis Haslem sits down with Taylor Rooks to discuss life after basketball, LeBron's qualities as a leader, Miami not landing Damian Lillard and which NBA title means the most to him. He also talks about Jimmy Butler being the ultimate competitor, his father influencing his retirement, LeBron, Bosh and Wade taking paycuts to keep him, getting Dwyane Wade's Olympic jersey and explains how he wants to be remembered in Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul George sits down with Taylor Rooks to discuss entering this season healthy, load management, his chemistry with Kawhi Leonard, his social media exchange with Devin Booker, and misconceptions about Russell Westbrook. The 8x All-Star also talks his legacy, playoff performances, dealing with injuries, Podcast P and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices