The Long Shot with Duncan Robinson and Davis Reid

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Episode 8: Scott Van Pelt | “Buy the house” Mar 04, 2021

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Scott Van Pelt has been has been a reporter and broadcaster for over a quarter century and shows no signs of slowing down. After making a name for himself at the Golf Channel, his path led him to a long and illustrious career with ESPN, where he has thrived by not conforming to the so-called conventional rules of broadcasting and journalism. So what’s his secret? Well, he’s got a few. But more important than secrets are his stories and experiences, and those are plentiful. He discusses them all in this humble and honest interview where he digs deep into several topics, such as the role luck has played in his life, his famous “I will never work at ESPN” stickie note, the challenge of tackling subjects that are bigger than sports, the social media landscape, and much more. Van Pelt delivers on every level and it’s an interview you won’t want to miss.

RUNDOWN

Discusses “luck” and how it relates to a career
On owning your success and where that comes from
Are there moments when he realizes he’s similar to many of the stars he’s interviewing
Scott explains his “I will never work at ESPN” stickie note
What’s gotten him to the point of being unapologetically himself
Did he always have the vision of speaking to things outside of sports
How has the social media landscape changed how he goes about his business
Gives his Big10 hoops take and breaks down Michigan
Scott gives some interview advice to Duncan and Davis
How does he stay on top of all the sports news
Talks about the Tiger documentary and his relationship with him
Discusses the “This is SportsCenter” ad campaign
Is there a specific moment that shaped his career path
UNDrafted

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Episode 7: Kendrick Nunn | “It’s just preparation” Feb 25, 2021

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Kendrick Nunn can flat out score. Everyone in the NBA is well aware of that now. But while his game was always there, the recognition and respect he deserved seemed to be overlooked at times. Coming from a high school career with 4 straight state titles, then a college career where he nearly led the nation in scoring, K-Nunn thought he was a sure-fire pick in the NBA draft. But then he wasn't. That's where his path took a turn to the G-League, and just like Duncan, he had to make his minutes count. The league started to take notice in the 2019 Summer League and from that point on, Nunn has been expanding his game, his minutes, and his reputation. In this humbling interview, K-Nunn talks about how hard it was to wait his turn, what it's like know that he has truly arrived, whether or not he feels like his journey was destiny, and much more.

RUNDOWN

• Duncan and K-Nunn discuss their history together

• K-Nunn discusses the development of his game and how he has turned into a 3-level scorer

• Did playing in Oakland and being counted on purely as a scorer help advance his overall game

• Was not getting drafted demoralizing or adding to the chip on his shoulder

• Was going undrafted actually beneficial for him and why did he choose Golden State

• Did he get the opportunities to show his game when he was in Warrior's preseason camp with Steph, KD, Klay, and Draymond

• How did he accept the role of coming off the bench in the G-League when he knew he could start

• Was it hard to be patient in the two years of balling out before truly getting his shot

• Does he view the summer league of 2019 as his coming out party to the NBA

• How did that summer influence his first year in the NBA

• Where does his confidence and belief in himself come from

• On his ability to always be ready

• Discusses his legendary high school career and the 4 straight state championships

• Have the practices been toned this year because of the crazy schedule

• Does he suffer any imposter syndrome or does he feel it's destiny and he was meant to be in the NBA

• Is there a specific moment that stands out that was pivotal to his success

• UNDrafted

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Episode 6: Kenny Beecham & Mark Titus | “Welcome to the podcast world” Feb 18, 2021

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It's a double-dose of entertainment this week, as the guys welcome in not one but two guests to the show: YouTube sensation, fellow podcaster, and the content king Kenny Beecham and then author, creator of Club Trillion, and Ohio State Buckeye Mark Titus. To kick things off, Kenny sits down and digs into several topics, including how he broke through the swarm of content creators to make his mark, becoming a voice in the basketball community, his new show “Called Game,” and the weaknesses in NBA 2K. Following that, the hilarious Mark Titus joins the show and let's it all hang out as he breaks down just how the "benchwarmer" narrative began for him, how he was discovered by Bill Simmons, his viral tweet about Duncan that took the media by storm, his hoop skills, and much more. It's a packed house this week, so take a seat and enjoy.

KENNY RUNDOWN

• On how it all began for him

• How hard was it to push through the moments when no one was listening

• Falling in love with content creation

• On keeping his mind focused on what he wanted to accomplish and pushing through the tough times

• Kenny explains his new show "Called Game"

• The crew breaks down NBA 2K and the inconsistencies that riddle the game and it's player rankings

• Are there players that Kenny likes watching but just don't translate into success in the game

• In what ways can the makers of the game improve these deficiencies

• What moment in his career had the biggest impact on his success

MARK RUNDOWN

• On peaking in the 8th grade

• Upon arriving at OSU, did he ever have dreams of making it to the NBA?

• When his benchwarmer narrative started to take hold, did he struggle with being taken seriously

• If had arrived a few years later, would podcasting been a part of his story

• Tells the story of how Bill Simmons first reached out to him

• The guys address and break down the viral tweet that Mark sent out about Duncan

• Duncan describes the struggle with having humility, but needing to push that aside on the court

• Did Mark ever watch Duncan play and say to himself "I can be that guy".

• Mark explains the the values of Coldwater, Ohio

• What moment in his career does he think was pivotal to his success

• The UNDrafted

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Episode 5: Georges Niang | “Make sure your bag has two suits” Feb 11, 2021

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Georges Niang had all the accolades in high school, and racked up plenty more at Iowa State. He was a 2x All-American and a dominant force for the Cyclones who proved time and time again that he was a big-time player. Yet, when the NBA draft arrived, he lasted until #50 and many doubted he could contribute at the next level. While getting drafted in the NBA is an incredible accomplishment in itself, Georges quickly realized he had to make changes to his game to become a mainstay in the league. And did he ever. In this honest and humble interview, he sits down with Duncan and Davis and details the journey he took from a decorated college player, to the G-League, to the NBA bench, and now ultimately a key role on the court with the Jazz. Plus, he keeps it real on what he thought of Duncan's NBA chances when they were growing up in the same area. Did we say he was honest? Maybe we should change that to brutally honest.

RUNDOWN

Duncan and Georges reminisce about growing up in the same neighborhood
How has the constant lack of notoriety shaped his habits and ultimately his career
Did Georges ever think Duncan had a shot at the NBA
Breaks down the process of changing his game coming out of college to adapt to the NBA style
Discusses the feeling of having a low draft stock even after having great success at the college level
Was changing his game a matter of self awareness or Jazz brass saying he had to - or both
How did his G-League Experience help and prepare him for the role that he has now with the Jazz
How does he fully develop a complete arsenal when he knows there are certain aspects of his game that are getting him on the floor
What difference has he noticed about the Jazz this year as compared to last and what or who have been the difference makers
How hard is it to manage feelings when playing against close friends in the league.
What moments stand out in his career as 'life' game changers
The UNDRAFTED segment

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Episode 4: Willie Cauley-Stein | “Like a movie” Feb 04, 2021

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Willie Cauley-Stein is a unique basketball player with incredible talent, but if he really had his way, he'd most likely be lining up behind center at the super bowl this coming Sunday. Yep... hard to believe, but Willie's first love involved the gridiron, not the hard court. And in this incredible interview, you'll find there's a whole lot more to him than just basketball, as he delves into his passions off the court, as well as his humble beginnings growing up in a small Kansas town, playing under coach Calipari at Kentucky, and how his life has changed since the birth of his daughter. All that and more is waiting on this episode of The Long Shot.

RUNDOWN

Willie and Davis share their backstory of how it all started as high school teammates
On making the transition from a small town (Spearville) to Kansas City as a high school senior
Duncan asks Willie to give his description of the high school Davis Reid
What was the vision behind making the move to KC
Was the NBA even a thought at that point
WCS the football star. Davis paints the picture.
On coach Calipari coming to Willie's football games in HS
The experience of playing at Kentucky for three years
How Kentucky got him ready for the NBA
On dealing with the acceleration of fame at Kentucky
Has it been challenging to tap into his personal interests and passions during Covid
How having a child has changed his perspective
On the challenge of this unique season and how both the Mavs and Heat are dealing with rough patches
On the importance of trust and camaraderie within a team
Willie discusses the pivotal moments of his life that acted as a springboard for his success

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Episode 3: Alex Caruso | “Be where your feet are” Jan 28, 2021

Show notes

It may seem like Lakers guard Alex Caruso has it all - a blossoming NBA career coming off an NBA championship, fan adoration, his own merchandise and more. But it wasn't always like this, and the path to where he is now came with a healthy dose of obstacles and doubters along the way. That, in itself, makes him a perfect guest for The Long Shot. And in this honest and humbling interview, Alex opens up about his journey and the roadblocks that stood before him, staying grounded amongst the fan craziness, the mental challenges that the game poses, and much more.

RUNDOWN

• Reliving the 2016 workouts where Duncan and Alex met for the first time

• What was his mental state during those pre-draft workouts

• Was that summer of 2016 a turning point for him in taking his game to another level

• Did that experience help him when entering the G-League

• On the uniqueness of the G-League - tons of talent but no one wants to be there

• The mental challenge of the two-way grind between the G-League and the NBA

• On his immense basketball growth between 2016 and 2018

• On being targeted defensively upon his arrival and how that narrative has changed

• How that situation actually played to his advantage and how he attacks on defense

• How you can play perfect defense and still be scored on

• Has the attention he receives become a normal part of life or is it still surprising

• On staying grounded with long time friends

• Discusses the awkward elevator ride that Duncan and Alex shared during the finals

• How the game slows down with more experience and how the finals sped up that process

• Discusses some of the most impactful moments from his journey so far

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Episode 2: Andre Iguodala | “When you are who you think you are” Jan 21, 2021

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The list of on-court accolades runs long for Andre Iguodala - NBA All-Star, 3x NBA Champion, Finals MVP, Gold Medalist - but his best attributes may be off the court. Therefore, it's no surprise that Duncan and Davis locked him in to be the first ever interview on The Long Shot, and he does not disappoint. In this wide ranging interview, Andre digs deep into several topics, including leadership, dealing with social media, creating bonds with teammates, and building his budding business ventures. Plus, he goes above and beyond with his answers to the "Undrafted" segment, where he gives some 'insider tips' on some hot products. Shhhhh... we'll keep it just between us. It's all here on The Long Shot.

RUNDOWN

On Duncan's first impression of Andre and how he got to the point of "just wanting to enjoy the game and have fun"
The impression Andre had on Duncan and his teammates in the bubble.
On dealing with the media and shutting out the noise in the social media age
The process of ignoring the people who focus on the negative
Having to deal with fake quotes attributed to him in social media
Discusses the players only meeting that took place when the league decided to shut down last year
On taking the approach of not looking for credit for his actions
The value of having someone like Andre on a roster to keep things in order
On creating lasting bonds between his teammates
Andre breaks down his business career and what he wants to accomplish
How does he manage his time between the NBA and his business intentions
What person or event in his life changed his perspective and took his thinking to another level

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Episode 1: The Launch Jan 12, 2021

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Long Shot! You all know Duncan Robinson as the Miami Heat sharpshooter, but his range extends well beyond the basketball court. Duncan has always had a passion for storytelling, so he and long-time friend Davis Reid are now stepping into the host chair to deliver The Long Shot podcast. It's a place where fans can come and hear the stories of how some of today's biggest leaders in sports, entertainment, business and more defied the odds to create their own success stories. And what better way to begin this journey than with a pod dedicated to examining the long shot story of Duncan himself. They also take you inside their plans for the show moving forward, highlighting some segments that will appear weekly as well as digging into some NBA news and notes. While you’re stuck with just them this week, next week’s episode will begin a run of guests that will have you coming back for more each time. So sit back and enjoy... The Long Shot is here.

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