Celebrating success that is unexpected as well as highlighting sports and human-interest stories are both at the foundation of The Long Shot. Told through the lens of NBA player Duncan Robinson and his co-host Davis Reid, the program will provide an inside look into the NBA season while showcasing stories of those that have overcome the odds and achieved success. Podcast.
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Good friend of the pod, Pat Connaughton, stops by for his second appearance to debate who the best athlete is in the NBA, which sport produces the best athletes overall, and whether he or Duncan have better multi-sport skill. The guys also discuss the early playoff exit for the Bucks, Pat opting into his contract in Milwaukee, opposing locker rooms…
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It’s a crossover! The guys sat down with the Road Trippin’ crew at Summer League to discuss D3 vs. D1 basketball, what it was like to (try to) guard Yao & Shaq, who Duncan thinks the most impressive guys in the NBA are right now, Heat culture, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Sometimes destiny is on your side. While at Summer League, the guys ran into Mark Cuban at dinner and thirty minutes later they were in the studio recording. Mark joins the pod to discuss shaking up the healthcare system with Cost Plus Drugs, how the company started and how they are changing the game. He also talks about Shark Tank, best & worst de…
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Coming off a huge year both individually and as a team, Grant Williams of the Boston Celtics stops by to talk about his increased role this year, the Celtics run to the Finals, trash talk with Draymond, and his huge game 7 performance against Milwaukee where he took 18 threes. The guys also discuss playing in college, the most underrated shooters i…
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During last year’s Summer League, a classic episode of The Long Shot was recorded with Udonis Haslem. So it’s only right that he joins the guys again for the reunion. He talks about his off-season meeting with Heat staff, his future in Miami and what he still has to offer, his diet, and getting “brainwashed” by Heat culture. The guys also talk gamb…
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Franz Wagner | “The European Way”
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Coming off his phenomenal rookie season in Orlando, the young star Franz Wagner joins the guys to talk about his journey from Berlin, deciding to go to Michigan, and the differences between European & US basketball. The guys also discuss his breakout rookie year, favorite rookies from his class, what he wants to work on going into next year, and mo…
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You've likely heard of Fake Klay Thompson. The man behind it all, BigDawsTV, sat down with the guys to discuss how the character came to be and details sneaking into the Chase Center before Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesΑπό τον Blue Wire
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Duncan Robinson on the NBA Finals, Trade Rumors, Toughest Shot He’s Made & More | Mailbag
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Our first mailbag of 2022! The Long Shot community came with some fantastic questions, so Duncan and Davis sat down to tackle them. They talk NBA Finals, how many guys would go play overseas for “LIV Golf Money,” who is set for a breakout year next year, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Coming off a career year, Jalen Brunson sits down with the guys to discuss his upcoming free agency, the Mavericks’ run to the Conference Finals, stepping up with Luka out against Utah, and what happened in Game 7 against the Suns. He also explains what keeps a chip on his shoulder, his elite post play as a smaller guard, and makes sure to show off…
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Duncan Robinson on the Heat Playoff Run, His Playing Time, and The Offseason
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Duncan is back! The boys sit down for a very open and honest conversation about the Heat's run to the Eastern Conference Finals and Duncan’s playing time in the playoffs. They discuss his historic shooting game against Atlanta, the national media attention on not playing in Philly, and what made the Boston series so interesting. They also touch on …
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Davis sits down with Scal to break down the Heat/Celtics series through Game 4, what has made the ECF so wild, and what to expect moving forward. The guys also discuss what makes the Warriors so special, how the league was different in the early 2000s era, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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NBA Multiverse of Madness (with Jamel Johnson)
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Davis is joined by comedian and NBA superfan, Jamel Johnson, to explore what the world would look like if each of the four remaining playoff teams wins a championship. They discuss what it will take for each team to get a ring, and what it would mean for the NBA landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Harry Rafferty | "The Path"
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Davis sits down with longtime friend, high school & college teammate, former G-League guard, and current Michigan Women's Basketball assistant coach Harry Rafferty! They discuss growing up with Duncan, the adversity he has faced at every level, and how it's prepared him for this year. They also talk about his switch to the women's side of the game,…
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Davis is back for a Round 2 playoff check-in. Recapping the Heat/Philly series, the national media coverage on Duncan sitting on the bench, and gives his thoughts on the other three Round 2 series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesΑπό τον Blue Wire
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To celebrate Mother’s Day, this week we welcome on Duncan’s mom, Elisabeth Robinson, to talk about what he was like as a kid, what it’s been like to watch him on this journey to the NBA, and tell some hilarious stories from along the way. 📲 SUBSCRIBE! ➡ Apple: https://apple.co/34VJegA ➡ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4zWQSfdCVQyxfETAmthNfG …
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Davis gives five takeaways from the first round thus far, then he takes a look at something very strange that happened this season. For the first time in a decade, the league average in made 3s per game dropped from last year. Davis explores why this might be and offers a few possible explanations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho…
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Round 1 Check-In & Conspiracy Theories
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Change of plan! The Long Shot is keeping it rolling throughout the playoffs and there is a lot to talk about this week as the Heat took a 2-0 lead over the Hawks in Round 1 and Duncan went off for 27 in Game 1. Davis recaps the game and gives his takeaways along with a short story on why he wasn’t able to attend the games in person. Then, he is joi…
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The guys get ready to sign off for a big playoff run. Before they go, Duncan and Davis discuss playoff preparation, how teams scheme during a series, and the intensity compared to the regular season. They also talk about how awesome the play-in games have been so far, Defensive Player of the Year, Scoring Champion, and more! 📲 SUBSCRIBE! ➡ Apple: h…
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Moritz Wagner | “Who listens to this?”
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Moe Wagner makes his second appearance on the pod to talk about how he is a changed man since his last appearance. The guys also talk Orlando Magic, Michigan Wolverines, and how his college career would have been different with NIL. 📲 SUBSCRIBE! ➡ Apple: https://apple.co/34VJegA ➡ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4zWQSfdCVQyxfETAmthNfG 📲 FOLL…
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The 2nd Annual Long Shot Awards!
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After last year’s smashing success, The Long Shot Awards return this year with a bang! Duncan, Davis, and Harry argue for their nominations across 8 different awards to recognize the standouts of the NBA season. 👩💻 Go to https://athleticgreens.com/en ➡ Promo Code: LONGSHOT 🏀 Chapters 🏀 (0:00) The Long Shot Awards (2:00) Dress Code! (7:24) The Flow…
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Russ Rausch | “I can be happy without that thing”
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Russ Rausch is a mental performance expert who works with professional teams and companies to reduce stress and improve performance. The guys sit down to discuss life, the mental side of basketball, how to better understand your brain, and ways to find happiness. Brace yourself, because this one is filled with some gems. If you’re interested in boo…
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Duncan & Davis shared a special moment together this week, and it was a sign of good things to come for The Long Shot Pod. They talk about that moment, Duncan’s TV restrictions as a child, talking trash to the OKC bench, dealing with refs, and more on this week’s Follow Through. 📲 SUBSCRIBE! ➡ Apple: https://apple.co/34VJegA ➡ Spotify: https://open…
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In this incredible conversation, the guys sit down with Victor Oladipo to discuss his early days playing basketball, growing from a role player to an NBA All-Star, and the mentality it takes to be successful. Then, VO opens up about his injury, details his multiple surgeries, and talks about what it has been like to go through years of rehab and th…
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D1 vs. D3 NCAA Tournament: A March Madness Reflection
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March Madness is upon us, so Duncan and Davis take a deep dive into what differentiates the Division I NCAA Tournament from Division III. In case you forgot, Duncan has made it to (and lost) the National Championship in both divisions, so we reflect on his experiences to determine which year had the better run. 📲 SUBSCRIBE! ➡ Apple: https://apple.c…
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Duncan and Davis debate whether off-days are necessary and question the amount of time Davis spends on social media. Duncan then gives a motivational speech on cold showers and the guys ask “What would David Goggins do?” Then, Duncan talks about the return to the court for Victor Oladipo, the NBA return for Nik Stauskas, and the guys share their fa…
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Sam Morril (stand up comic, writer, producer, and massive Knicks fan) sits down with the guys this week to talk about all things NBA - but mostly just the New York Knicks. They also discuss life as a stand-up, performance anxiety, traveling the country, battling nerves, and much more. 🏀 Chapters 🏀 0:00 - Intro 2:30 - Knicks fandom & their draft pic…
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Duncan & Davis talk about potential names for this portion of the show, the big Wesleyan/Williams NESCAC Championship Game, do a little NBA Trivia, and talk about the art of getting dunked on. 🏀 Chapters 🏀 00:30 - Intro 7:50 - Wesleyan/Williams 11:45 - Highest free throw shooting duos 17:20 - Difference in NBA eras 20:30 - Devin Vessel dunk 25:30 -…
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Duncan and Davis chop it up with Big Cat & PFT at the Barstool studios in New York. The guys dive into all things podcasts, dealing with fame, and social media trolls. They also get into some NBA talk, why PFT can’t fully commit to the Wizards, the madness of trade deadline rumors, and more. Make sure to listen to PART 1 of the discussion on Pardon…
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Duncan and Davis catch up in New York City after All-Star Break, share some stories about their respective vacations, and weigh in on the Juwan Howard situation. Davis shares his experience sneaking into some all star game parties and Duncan tells a story about some hate he got while on break. 🏀 Chapters 🏀 (00:00) We're in New York (01:05) Private …
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It's NBA All-Star Weekend and the guys introduce the first installment of "The OVERTIME." We're very open to suggestions on the nickname, but today we get into what All-Star weekend has in store for us. We find out what you've all been waiting for: Davis's All-Star weekend plans, Duncan's Dunk contest picks, and a special announcement. 🏀 Chapters 🏀…
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Duncan and Davis are joined by their official Philly correspondent Georges Niang to check in on the Sixer's crazy season. Duncan, Davis start by asking Georges about his new look on and off the court. Some people are calling it “The Long Shot Bump.” Lastly, Georges talks about how he maintains a positive attitude during the ups and downs of the NBA…
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Episode 45: Gabe Vincent | “What are you most proud of?”
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This week The Long Shot welcomes one of Duncan’s teammates and friends, Gabe Vincent. Gabe talks about the adversity he faced going undrafted out of college, and how he changed his game to find a role on the Heat. They then talk about Gabe’s experience as an Olympian representing Nigeria, beating Team USA, and what it was like in the Olympic Villag…
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Episode 44: A Pillow for the Sneakers
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This episode has a little bit of everything. Duncan and Davis talk chapped lips, traveling as an NBA player, and getting mistaken for Tyler Herro in the airport. Then Duncan talks about meeting J-Cole, and some much-needed intel on the right way to dap one of your favorite rappers up in warm-ups. Finally, Duncan shares some thoughts on shooting tec…
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Episode 43: Two Hands For Safety
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Duncan and Davis have some big news! The Long Shot Pod has signed with BlueWire! Huge thanks to the ThreeFourTwo Production team– last year was incredible. Davis and Duncan start with talking hoops, and Duncan has some tough love for Davis about some of his questions. Then Davis checks in with his goals for Duncan this year, Davis and Duncan talk a…
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Duncan Robinson and Davis Reid are BACK after a few months sabbatical. The Long Shot pod had a lot to catch up on... starting with Duncan having to spend New Years quarantined, which unfortunately led to his consecutive games streak being snapped. The two get into some hoops talk as Duncan shares his approach to starting versus coming off the bench…
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Be a “Fly on the Wall” as Saturday Night Live alumni Dana Carvey and David Spade take you behind the scenes to reminisce about the most memorable stories and moments with friends of the show. In each episode, you’ll hear from your favorite cast members, hosts, writers, and musical guests as they share never-before told stories about their careers; …
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Our Favorite Moments of 2021
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As The Long Shot reaches the end of year one, we take some time to reflect on some of our favorite moments in this special episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesΑπό τον Blue Wire
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Episode 41: TJ McConnell | “The last invite”
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This week, The Long Shot welcomes on one of our favorite players in the NBA, TJ McConnell. TJ and Duncan share a lot in common… both transferred to high major programs in college, both were undrafted, and both just signed big contracts in the off-season. The guys cover TJ’s journey through the NBA, how he differentiates himself on the court, what i…
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Episode 40: Taylor Heinicke | “A good setback is just a possibility for a comeback”
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This week the podcast moves from the hardwood to the gridiron as the guys sit down with one of the best recent underdog stories in the NFL. Taylor Heinicke was out of professional football a year ago and finishing his master’s degree at Old Dominion when he got a call from The Washington Football Team to be their “emergency COVID practice player.” …
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Episode 39: Zach Lowe | “You’re just going to leave me the whole NBA?”
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This week, The Long Shot is joined by senior ESPN writer and NBA guru Zach Lowe. Zach began his career in journalism covering crime & government and now is widely considered one of the brightest and best reporters that the NBA has to offer. The conversation begins with discussing his background, how those first jobs helped shape him as a reporter, …
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Episode 38: Malika Andrews | “This is fun”
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This week, The Long Shot is incredibly fortunate to sit down with one of the rising stars in sports journalism, Malika Andrews. At just 26 years old, Malika has already become one of the youngest to ever lead sideline reporting for the NBA Finals, the youngest ever to host the NBA Trophy Ceremony, and she now hosts ESPN’s new daily show “NBA Today.…
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Episode 37: Pat Connaughton | “Find a way to impact winning”
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When he was in high school, Pat Connaughton was offered a couple million dollars from the New York Yankees to forgo college and join their minor league system. He turned it down. Instead, he chose to continue pursuing his dream of playing basketball, went on to play both baseball and basketball at The University of Notre Dame, and now is an NBA Cha…
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Episode 36: Solomon Hill | “I wanna be a better person than I am a basketball player”
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This week the guys are joined by former Arizona Wildcat, former teammate of Duncan’s, and current Atlanta Hawk, Solomon Hill. They talk about what makes the Heat organization so special, Solo’s ability to be a trusted voice in any locker room, and the friendships he has made during his time in the NBA. Duncan and Solo then reflect on the Orlando bu…
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Episode 35: JJ Redick | “Whatever I had… I gave”
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It has been a long time coming, but the day has finally arrived that Duncan and Davis sat down with their boss (and NBA legend) JJ Redick. In this amazing conversation, the guys talk about JJ’s decision to step away from the NBA, what he will miss most, his competitive nature, and whether “old school” competitiveness is still alive in the NBA today…
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Episode 34: Hasan Minhaj | “Football & jazz”
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Life gets pretty busy when you’re about to start a world comedy tour, but somehow Duncan and Davis were fortunate enough to sit down with Hasan Minhaj this week as his tour - “The King’s Jester” - kicks off. Hasan is a comedian, writer, actor, producer, and social/political commentator who also happens to be a hoops fanatic. The guys first discuss …
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Episode 33: Max Strus | “Just keep working and things will happen”
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Max Strus has a story that may sound familiar to you. Under-sized and under-recruited, Max made his way from Division II basketball all the way to the NBA. In this awesome conversation, Max joins the guys to talk about his journey, the similarities to Duncan, and compounding confidence over time. Duncan and Max then break down the mental side of be…
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Episode 32: Moritz Wagner | “You gotta be at peace with yourself”
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We have a very special episode this week. The Long Shot visited Ann Arbor and sat down with Michigan legend and close friend of the pod, Moritz Wagner. Duncan and Moe reflect on their days at Michigan, nearly fighting each other, and how far Moe has come since he first arrived on campus from Germany. They also discuss battling adversity, finding jo…
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Episode 31: Tommy Alter | “I just do a lot of different shit”
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This week the guys are joined by their co-worker, good friend, and sort-of their boss Tommy Alter. Tommy is the co-founder of ThreeFourTwo Productions, co-host of Old Man & The Three with JJ Redick, and producer of multiple other television shows including “Desus and Mero” on Showtime and “The Shop” on HBO. Tommy discusses his mysterious background…
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Episode 30: Pre-Season Mailbag
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The Long Shot community has more great questions for us and we love to answer them. This week, Duncan and Davis discuss how NBA players get paid, times that Coach Spo has ripped into Duncan during a game, the year Duncan made the biggest jump in shooting, and dealing with the media. They also unpack how their friendship has changed during the podca…
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Episode 29: Caron Butler | “No bad days”
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Everyone has a unique story, a journey that they can call their own. Very few have one more remarkable than NBA Champion Caron Butler. In this awesome conversation, Caron discusses his upbringing in “survival mode,” how it shaped him as a man, activism today, and staying in touch with his community. He also talks about his time as an NBA star, play…
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