The Holding Court Podcast
The Holding Court Podcast is a humorous look at the National Basketball Association by Philadelphia's Gregg Gethard, Aaron Hertzog and Dave Walk.
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This week’s episode is seemingly all about things that shouldn’t be done. Gregg and Aaron recount sneaking in to the Iverson’s first gave back. Tracy McGrady perhaps shouldn’t be playing for the Rockets this year. Vinny Del Negro probably shouldn’t be a NBA coach. Mark Cuban shouldn’t be getting slammed through tables in the WWE (or maybe he should). CNN’s Wolf Blitzer shouldn’t be tweeting Wizards games.
Plus, we read some listeners’ emails, including suggested nicknames for Dave. And of course, Players of the Week.
You SHOULD be listening though, and following us on Twitter, becoming a fan on Facebook and subscribing/rating/reviewing the podcast in iTunes. And if you’ve got any comments or questions, email us at holdingcourtpodcast@gmail.com.
Additional notes/references:
MUSIC: Fugazi – “Place Position” from End Hits.
- Video of the Byron Russell/fake-Jordan fiasco:
- If you like tweets about the NBA from a CNN political analyst, follow @wolfblitzercnn
- A topic we didn’t have time to get to: Dollar Beer Night at the Sacramento Kings game.
- Mark Cuban through a table on WWE’s Monday Night Raw:
In all of the commotion in the aftermath of our night of sneaking into Iverson’s return game, we completely forgot that this amazing (even though it didn’t count) shot happened right in front of our own very eyes.
So last night was the return of the Allen Iverson to Philadelphia (perhaps you’ve heard us talk about it for the last two weeks on the show and wherever else people would listen) and Gregg and Aaron headed down to the Wachovia Center to get some footage. Going without tickets, their plan was to just interview folks before the game, but somehow they snuck into the arena and got to see the game. Gregg says it was an “EPIC” night and that the full story will be on the next podcast. Until then, enjoy their video:
This week we welcome the very comedian Pat Barker to the show. Greg Oden goes down with another season ending injury. Did he just not get enough calcium as a kid? We contemplate Allen Iverson’s return to Philadelphia and Gregg tells a story about A.I. that may or may not be true. Ron Artest admits to drinking Hennessey during halftimes when he played for Chicago. Aaron does a stellar Ray Romano impersonation. Magazines and newspapers are in battle. We discover that Barker doesn’t read books. Ex-ref Tim Donaghy’s books is published. Bryon RUssell challenges Michael Jordan to a game of one-on-one. Aaron tries out phrases to describe putting the basketball in the basket. And we have Players of the Week.
Seriously folks, follow us on Twitter, become a fan on Facebook and subscribe/rate/review the podcast in iTunes so that we don’t feel bad about ourselves anymore.
Additional notes/references:
MUSIC: Raphael Saadiq – “Love That Girl” from The Way I See It.
The Blog of the Owner of the Utah Flash
A breakdown of the Russell/Jordan feud
The Rondo/Johnson feud that we didn’t have time to get to
A bunch of video of Tim Donaghy on 60 Minutes Buy his book?
Here’s an excellent illustration of the Rockets three-point offense by Kevin Arnovitz at Clippersblog.com. Or perhaps it’s more about the awful Clippers defense. Ricky Davis, seriously, what are you doing out there? Commit to something!
This kind of explains the Rockets in my mind at least. They may not be the most physically gift, or the tallest, or the most touted. But they work hard and they work smart. They are patient, they don’t bow under pressure.
And although they are currently ranked at the eight spot in the West, they’ll be dangerous come playoff time. Remember, this is essentially the team that took the Lakers to seven games, which was farther than the Magic were able to go in the Finals. And that was without Yao to defend the twin towers of Gasol and Bynum.
It will be interesting to see what the Rockets do with Tracy McGrady, who wants to return to the team. They can certainly use his scoring, but it’s not as simple as that. I’ll leave it at that for now as we’ll be talking about it on the next podcast!
The contract is for a pro-rated veteran’s minimum of $1.3 million.
“In light of the recent injury to Lou Williams, which will sideline him for close to eight weeks, we felt that Allen was the best available free agent guard to help us at this time,” team president Ed Stefanski said.
Probably be a jump in ticket sales tonight, eh? If I was free, I’d be amongst them.
In this week’s episode we talk about Allen Iverson’s retirement (for now), the sorry state of our city’s NBA team (the Sixers), and the sorry state and future of the Nets. Gregg recounts meeting the Sixers dance team. Dave attempts a Stephen A. Smith voice, but wisely gives up. Aaron talks about his childhood through the play of Allen Iverson. The next time Greg Oden is in Philly for a game, he should take/teach improv classes at the Philly Improv Theater. Aaron and Gregg re-enact the comments by Clippers announcers about an Iranian player and we once again have Players of the Week. Comment or e-mail us what you think at holdingcourtpodcast@gmail.com. And feel free to review the show in iTunes!
Additional notes/references:
MUSIC: Operation Ivy – “I Got No” from Energy, originally released on the Maximum Rock’n'Roll double 7″ EP compilation Turn It Around.
Allen Iverson’s retirement statement
Reggie Miller’s dunk in Game 7 against the Nets that Gregg spoke of:
The first episode! In this show we talk about the surprises and disappointments in the NBA so far, Nate Robinson, Ron Artest (of course), Gilbert Arenas, riots, Greyhound buses, dunking, rules for a Genie and a lot more. Gregg manages to mention G.G. Allin in a basketball podcast, Dave is proud of his use of the term “inverted pyramid” and Aaron reveals his Million Dollar Theory. Comment or e-mail us what you think at holdingcourtpodcast@gmail.com.
Additional notes/references:
MUSIC: The Budos Band – “Budos Rising” from Budos Band II
Video of Ron Artest throwing Trevor Ariza’s shoe:
And here’s the article about the reconciliation between Artest and the fighting fan from ‘05.
For Some N.B.A. Players, There’s No Such Thing as a Slam Dunk
Gilbert Arenas whips Nick Young with a belt:
Gil’s currently at 4,992 followers.
- My story about how Hall & Oates met was about 75% correct, according to Wikipedia.
Nate Robinson shoots at the wrong basket:
