Send us a text The High and Low Basketball Show is back (kind of...) with a surprise episode! In this instalment of the show, host Ike Amaechi debates who was better at their peak: Derrick Rose or Vince Carter. Ike is joined by Mitch Orsatti, Steven Leslie, and Sean Khan, picking up where they left off before the High and Low hiatus, chatting about…

Send us a text Welcome to a milestone episode of the High and Low NBA Show. Host Ike Amaechi is joined by High and Low contributors Ugo the Sheik, Mitch Orsatti from RaptorsHQ, The Guest Steven Leslie, and Sean Khan for an unforgettable celebration of episode number 200. In this special episode, the crew opens the mailbag and dives into questions f…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low NBA Show, join host Ike Amaechi and High and Low contributors Ugo the Sheik, Mitch Orsatti from RaptorsHQ, and "The Guest" Steven Leslie as they dive into the latest buzz surrounding Gen Z's attack on NBA titan Michael Jordan. From social media to cultural shifts, they explore how younger generatio…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low NBA Show, Ike Amaechi is joined by Ugo the Sheik to dive into the hot topics buzzing among High and Low listeners. The duo explores the debate over the NBA's regular season length, with some High and Low listeners expressing a desire for a shorter season and the In-Season Tournament to start in Mar…

Send us a text Check out the latest episode of the High and Low NBA Show, where host Ike Amaechi delves into the intriguing stories of five players who were blacklisted from the NBA for a variety of reasons, ranging from violent incidents to activity involving criminal figures. Discover the seldom-told stories behind their unofficial bans and the i…

Send us a text On this episode of the High and Low NBA Show, Ike Amaechi and Ugo the Sheik dive deep into the world of basketball, exploring some burning questions that NBA fans have been pondering. First up, they tackle the intriguing topic of whether the NBA could ever replicate the monumental success of the NFL's Super Bowl. Then, they delve int…

Send us a text Join us for another exciting episode of the High and Low NBA Show! In this episode, we delve into the role of NBA media and whether they can be considered reliable sources of sports news despite potential biases. We'll explore the intricacies of media bias and its impact on reporting in the basketball world. Plus, we'll dive into som…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low NBA Show, Ike Amaechi delves into the players who "broke basketball" in a manner reminiscent of Kim Kardashian breaking the internet in 2014. Join us as we explore the game-changing impact of these players who left an lasting mark on the sport. But that's not all – we tackle a burning question from…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low NBA Show, Ike Amaechi is joined by Mitch Orsatti of RaptorsHQ to dive into intriguing basketball discussions. First up, they explore the hypothetical scenario of Kawhi Leonard winning a fourth NBA championship and ponder where he might stand in the all-time rankings. In a nostalgic twist, the show …

Send us a text Embark on an intriguing and often hilarious journey with Ike Amaechi and the High and Low crew – Ugo the Sheik, Steven Leslie, and Sean Khan – in the latest installment of the High and Low NBA Show. As the Raptors' fan trust debate takes center stage following the departures of Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby, the panel dissects the lea…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball Show, Ike Amaechi is joined by King from Parts Unknown, Sean Khan and Ugo the Sheik to talk about the NBA rookies not named Chet Holmgren or Victor Wembanyama followed by a conversation about the legacy of LeBron James - where he ranks amongst their favorite players of all-time vs. the b…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball Show, Ike Amaechi is joined by Mitch Orsatti and Ugo to share their NBA resolutions for 2024, discuss the advantages NBA offenses have been afforded over defensive players, talk about the TOP TEN NBA teams of all-time and answer a dozen burning questions in a dozen minutes. You won't wan…

Send us a text In this first episode of 2024, Ike Amaechi rings in the new year by looking back at the best and worst stories of 2023 - from the antics of Draymond Green to the dramatics of James Harden, the hype of Victor Wembanyama to the weird and strange story of Kelly Oubre Jr., High and Low reflects on the year that was before sprinting forwa…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball Show, Ike Amaechi looks back on 2023 with High and Low's version of Wrapped, sharing interesting facts about the show and its listeners in the past year. Following, Ike talks about the whereabouts of former NBA players, players who are now playing in foreign leagues. It's the final episo…

Send us a text Dive into the latest High and Low Basketball Show as Ike Amaechi is joined by Mitch Orsatti, Sean Khan and Ugo the Sheik to sprint through all things NBA with a rapid-fire question-and-answer segment. High and Low briefly slides back into Grinch Mode when Ugo, Mitch and Sean share what they hate most about the NBA in addition to reac…

Send us a text The High and Low Basketball Show is in Grinch Mode this week. On this special festive episode, Ike Amaechi takes a trip into NBA Reddit, uncovering a cohort of Grinches and exploring their reasons for not being fans of the NBA. And that's not all! Tune in for the debut of the High and Low Contributor rankings, sparked by a thought-pr…

Send us a text Dive into the latest High and Low Basketball Show as Ike Amaechi is joined by Steven Leslie, and Ugo the Sheik to explore the Orlando Magic's impressive early-season performance. Responding to a listener's question, the trio delves into the presence of current and former NBA players in the media landscape, assessing the entertainment…

Send us a text In this edition of the High and Low Basketball Show, Ike Amaechi dives into the NBA's early season with a spotlight on the biggest surprises in the NBA after one month, unravelling unexpected twists, standout performances, and the teams that have defied expectations. Inspired by a listener's question, Ike shares a pair of bizarre and…

Send us a text In this abbreviated episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi acknowledges an early season of entertaining NBA narratives by sharing some of the weirdest NBA tales from years past including stories about Derrick Rose, Ray Allen, Chris Bosh and his mom and a termination through Twitter. Also, Ike adds one more song t…

Send us a text In this abbreviated episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi talks about the other side of the NBA, the bottom. The best players often get all the shine and attention, players like Nikola Jokic, Steph Curry, Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James, but on this episode, the spotlight is squarely on the players who ha…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, it's all about choices as Ike Amaechi is joined by The Guest Steven Leslie, Mitch Orsatti and Ugo the Sheik for a session of Would-You-Rather: NBA edition and to talk about the Los Angeles Clippers' title chances with James Harden, the future of the NBA on television, Nikola Jok…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi shares two personal stories about chance meetings with NBA players and talks about the middle class of the NBA, the system within the league that keeps them in the shadows of superstars and the illusion of stardom veiling the truth. Don't miss this episode of the Hig…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi is joined by The Guest Steven Leslie and Sean Khan to talk about how the NBA handled Kai Jones' situation and how it reflects on the league's management of of players' mental health. This is also High and Low Predictions Week where predictions are made for the 2023-2…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi is joined by The Guest Steven Leslie, King from Parts Unknown and comedian and actor Kevin Christopher to talk about the best player in the league in 2033 and the NBA's greatest entertainers. The quartet play a game of Redlight-Greenlight as Ike pitches film and TV i…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi is joined by The Guest Steven Leslie to talk about Ugo's previous remarks about Kobe Bryant, Damian Lillard's divorce, baddies in Wisconsin and the greatest superstar trades in NBA history. Don't miss this episode of the High and Low NBA Show. Also, check out brand n…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi is joined by Ugo the Sheik, Mitch Orsatti and Sean Khan to reveal their dirtiest little NBA secrets, talk about Damian Lillard's new home in Milwaukee, Portland's new look and make a few more additions to the 2023-2024 High and Low NBA Star Tier List. Don't miss this…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, it's a solo Ike Amaechi joint where he drops the 2023-2024 High and Low NBA Star Tier List. The NBA's top 50 players are slotted into four different tiers from the top elite stars to the up-and-comers. Some stars fall and some stars rise from year to year. Where will players lik…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi is joined by Ugo the Sheik and Sean Khan to talk about the status of the NBA's reputation in the global basketball community. The trio also discuss whether NBA players make good role models for the young fans that idolize given the trouble some players like Ja Morant…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi dives into the topic of NBA team ownership, what it takes to purchase an NBA franchise and ownership archetypes. Ike also answers a listener's question about comparing Top Boy characters to High and Low contributors like Ugo the Sheik and Mitch Orsatti. Don't miss th…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi returns to Love/Hate Island to talk about the FIBA World Cup, Team Canada's success and USA Basketball's Austin Reaves problem. Don't miss this episode of High and Low. Also, check out brand new High and Low merch on http://www.vonnabrahamm.com/store. Open up the Hig…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi is joined by Mitch Orsatti of RaptorsHQ and Sean Khan to answer an existential question about why basketball fans watch NBA games and make tough choices between players like Steph Curry and Magic Johnson or Giannis Antetokounmpo and Dirk Nowitzki or Shaquille O'Neal …

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi shares a few reasons why Nike's Kobe Bryant brand could eventually reach and potentially surpass Jordan Brand. Ike also drops three controversial ideas that could take the WNBA to the next level. You don't want to miss this episode of High and Low. Also, check out br…

Send us a text In this special mailbag episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, the Fab Five are reunited as Ike Amaechi is joined by Steven Leslie, Mitch Orsatti, Ugo the Sheik and Sean Khan to answer questions from High and Low listeners. The quintet discuss how Reggie Miller would fair into today's NBA, James Harden versus Dwyane Wade and…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi is joined by King from Parts Unknown and Steven Leslie to dive into the world of the casual basketball NBA fan by addressing topics casual fans would appreciate, topics like the validity of women in the crowd aka the Jordan Poole Effect, great basketball movies and r…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi is joined by King from Parts Unknown and Mitch Orsatti of RaptorsHQ to dive back into NBA Reddit and talk about whether James Harden has commitment issues or if he is a victim of circumstance, the validity of the Victor Wembanyama hype, revisiting LeBron James' 2016 …

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi dives into NBA Reddit to pull top NBA stories recommended by High and Low listeners including the Dwight Howard sexual assault case, Michael Jordan's big payday and Austin Reaves' top 5. You won't want to miss this entertaining episode of High and Low. Also, check ou…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi is joined by Mitch Orsatti of RaptorsHQ to talk about the one classic album recommended for the new NBA rookie class, Larry Bird hating Isiah Thomas and lessons to be learned from the stories of the rise and fall of NBA stars. Don't miss this entertaining episode of …

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi talks about the NBA's new mid-season tournament (the NBA Cup), the relevance of Summer League play, NBA's relationship with Hollywood, the movie industry. Don't miss this episode of High and Low. Also, check out brand new High and Low merch on http://www.vonnabrahamm…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi talks about Nuggets owner Stan Kroenke while Ugo and Steven Leslie take advantage of High and Low's Open Run and talk about Damian Lillard's fate in Portland, the future of the Big 3 and Bronny James. Don't miss this episode of High and Low. Also, check out brand new…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi talks about how Michael Jordan was allegedly finessed into selling the Charlotte Hornets. Ike also shares the best players ever drafted in the first five NBA draft slots. Don't miss this episode of High and Low. Also, check out brand new High and Low merch on http://…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi is joined by Ugo the NBA Sheik and Mitch Orsatti of Raptors HQ to talk about the best big man in the league not named Karl Anthony Towns, share final thoughts on the Denver Nuggets championship and add recommendations to High and Low's Guide to the Off-Season, things…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi adds four songs to the High and Low NBA Finals Soundtrack, songs that represent the series, the NBA playoffs as a whole and some off-court drama courtesy of Zion Williamson and Ja Morant. Don't miss this special High and Low Soundtrack episode. Also, check out brand …

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi goes solo to talk about the worst performances by stars in NBA Finals history, telling the tales of three NBA superstars who stumbled on basketball's grandest stage. Don't miss this episode. Also, check out brand new High and Low merch on http://www.vonnabrahamm.com/…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi and Ugo the Sheik talk about the potential swirling narratives in the 2023 NBA Finals. In addition, Ike receives a listener question about his Michael Porter Jr. bias and attempts to explain his position. Don't miss this episode that covers the latest NBA news, stori…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi talks about the spotlight on Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets, the unofficial coronation of future San Antonio Spur Victor Wembenyama and the worst teams to ever advance to the NBA playoffs. Don't miss this episode that covers the latest NBA news, st…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi talks about the 2023, All-NBA teams, benefits of a seven-game playoff series and the greatest NBA playoff storylines for the casual NBA fan. Don't miss this episode that covers the latest NBA news, stories and controversies. Also, check out brand new High and Low mer…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi, Mitch Orsatti (of Raptors HQ), and Ugo debate whether NBA media focuses on the basketball or the drama. Then Ike, Ugo and Mitch grade the 2023 NBA Award winners selections from Defensive Player of the Year Jarrett Jackson Jr. to Clutch Player of the Year De'Aaron Fo…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi, Mitch Orsatti (of Raptors HQ), Steven Leslie and Ugo talk about the players who have been shining brightest in the NBA's post-season and make predictions about the 2nd round of the NBA playoffs. In addition, a High and Low listener challenges the inclusive and moral…

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi, Mitch Orsatti (of Raptors HQ), Sean Khan and Ugo travel to Love/Hate Island to share what they love and hate about the first round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs. They also talk about whether the NBA playoff format favors the top teams or not. Are the playoffs structured …

Send us a text In this episode of the High and Low Basketball podcast, Ike Amaechi and Ugo the Basketball talk about the upcoming battle for the NBA's TV rights once the contract with Disney and Turner Sports expires in 2025. Ike compares the NBA and the world to players and non-player characters (NPCs), clearing a path for both Ike and Ugo to sele…