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Ball Hogs: The People vs. John Stockton

In the most anticipated Ball Hogs podcast of the year, John Stockton takes the stand to defend his ability to play in today’s NBA. Albert Jennings of the Ball State Golf team comes on as a second prosecuting attorney, as he and Ken try to make the case that Stockton wouldn’t be able to play at all in the NBA in 2016.

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Chirpies, Masters, Race, and More with Albert Jennings

Sports Link’s Matt Craig sits down with Albert Jennings of the Ball State Golf team and host of the 2016 Chirpies. Topics include Albert’s Obama impersonation (6:10), reactions to this past weekend’s Masters (9:00), if Tiger could ever make a comeback (30:13), appealing golf to the under-25 generation (32:38), issues of race in golf and other sports (38:53), meeting Steph Curry (47:38), and finally NBA hot takes (50:25).

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Ball Hogs: Throw Out the Record Book! It’s Heat Check Time

With the Warriors on the doorstep of a 73-9 record, breaking what was once considered an unbreakable record set by the immortal 95-96 Bulls, it’s time to take a look around at other NBA records. Some are impossible to break, but others could be broken in the near future. Also, a comprehensive guide to the heat check and the power within.

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Ball Hogs: The Greatest Signature Shoes of All Time, and Why

No one can deny the importance of sneakers in basketball history. But in 2016, the market for basketball shoes is saturated. Has it gone to far? The guys look at the best and worst shoes of past and present, and what’s right and wrong with the sneaker industry.

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Ball Hogs: What We Can Learn From Women’s Basketball

After five days at the Women’s Final Four, Matt returns with lessons that we can learn before the NBA Playoffs start. Players’ relationships with the media, and managing egos, it’s easier said than done!

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Ball Hogs: Situation, Not Talent, Determines a Player’s Success

Good prospects make for good NBA players, right? Matt and Ken would disagree with you. The guys look into what makes a young NBA player successful, with an emphasis on situation and circumstances.

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Ball Hogs: Phil Jackson, Pat Riley, or Gregg Popovich?

How old is too old to coach? The guys look at the possibility of Phil Jackson returning to the bench for either New York or Los Angeles. From there, we look at the comparison between Phil Jackson, Pat Riley, and Gregg Popovich. Who’s been the best as a coach and general manager? Finally, who’s going to be the greatest coach of the young generation, Brad Stevens or Steve Kerr.

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Ball Hogs: Wild Future Rule-Change Speculation

Steph Curry has been ridiculous this season, prompting comparisons to a video game cheat-code. But should the rules be changed because of it? The guys follow this tangent to its wild and wacky conclusion, speculating on the future of the NBA.

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