Episodes

  • New host Ethan joins the pod! What's Next for Wemby After the Spurs' Finals Collapse? | Ep. 28

    New host Ethan joins the pod! What's Next for Wemby After the Spurs' Finals Collapse? | Ep. 28
    Jun 21 2026
    The I Really Hoop Podcast continues its exciting new chapter at Shine FM 99.9! 🔥🏀Episode 28 introduces a new voice to the show as Ethan joins Javan and Presley for another basketball-filled discussion covering the biggest stories from the NBA and Kenyan basketball.We react to the New York Knicks' historic 2026 NBA Championship victory after defeating Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals. What went wrong for the Spurs? What does the future hold for Wemby after falling short on the biggest stage? We break down the series, discuss the key performances from Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby, and look ahead to what could be a fascinating NBA offseason.We also discuss the NBA Africa watch party experience, the realities of staying up late to watch basketball from Kenya, Kenyan basketball updates, and what's happening around the local game.Chapters00:00 Intro (Song: "BASELINE" prod. by Haven Music)00:49 Meet New Co Host Ethan01:41 Sports Background NFL and Football02:34 Subscribe and Episode Agenda05:22 Music Break and J Cole BAL Story06:35 BAL Explained and J Cole Stats09:49 Today Topics World Champs and Knicks13:47 Finals Recap Spurs vs Knicks15:01 OKC Spurs Matchups and Chet Critique17:36 OKC Role Players Injuries and Shooting24:47 Knicks Parade Chaos and Fan Behavior28:01 World Champions Debate Begins28:45 International MVPs and Harden Detour32:14 Does Global Talent Weaken the Claim33:52 Is LeBron Finally Aging35:19 Steph Curry And The Old Guard36:26 Are NBA Champs World Champs36:27 Jokic Vs Shai Best Player37:57 Foreign Stars And Team USA39:54 World Cup Embarrassment And Avengers44:07 World Champion Debate With Football47:25 Knicks Spurs And Wemby Drama50:33 Fox Falling Off And Ja Morant Talk53:58 Harden Playoff Disappointments54:52 Wrap Up And Sign OffDrop your thoughts below.🏀 Did the Knicks deserve the championship?🏀 What should the Spurs do next?🏀 Can Victor Wembanyama lead San Antonio back to the NBA Finals?🔔 Don't Miss Out👍 Like this video if you love basketball💬 Comment your perspective🔔 Subscribe for in-depth basketball conversations⭐ Rate us 5 stars on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow I Really Hoop Podcast on all social media platforms for clips, highlights, and basketball news.YouTube:https://youtu.be/DQuGz0FoZ1gSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/0tuL0Si9vumVU5qWbPXspj?si=SzNXeqb5RMeDsGADjrj05AApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/new-host-ethan-joins-the-pod-whats-next-for-wemby/id1831444430?i=1000773626139Listen Live and Follow Shine FM 99.9 on Social Mediahttps://radio.garden/listen/shine-fm-99-9/9LfEdLvDhttps://shinefm.daystar.ac.kehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo4bXMvQDSopqgUwvRSnRxpCaumUYEyixhttps://www.instagram.com/shinefm99.9https://www.facebook.com/ShineFM99.9https://www.tiktok.com/@shinefmdigitalhttps://x.com/ShineRadioKEFollow the HostsJavanInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalieX/Twitter:https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalieAll Links:https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_EkhalieYouTube:https://youtube.com/@BasketballTwinTVSportsBiz Kenya:https://sportsbiz.co.ke/author/javan-ekhalie9outlook-comPresleyhttps://www.instagram.com/presleyokoth7Ethanhttps://www.instagram.com/ethan.karis_Intro songBASELINE" prod. by Haven Music (https://www.youtube.com/@hAVENmusic-1)#IReallyHoopPodcast #NBAFinals #NewYorkKnicks #SanAntonioSpurs #VictorWembanyama #JalenBrunson #NBA #Basketball #NBAPodcast #BasketballPodcast #KenyanBasketball #BasketballAfrica #NBAAfrica #SportsPodcast #ShineFM #KenyaSports #BasketballKE #HoopsKenya #DaystarUniversity #WNBA
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    57 mins
  • NBA AFRICA INVITED ME! New York Knicks Embarrass the Spurs to become the 2026 NBA Champions! Ep. 27

    NBA AFRICA INVITED ME! New York Knicks Embarrass the Spurs to become the 2026 NBA Champions! Ep. 27
    Jun 18 2026
    The New York Knicks are NBA Champions! 🏆🗽In Episode 27 of the I Really Hoop Podcast, host Javan Ekhalie reacts to the conclusion of the 2026 NBA Finals as the New York Knicks defeat the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 to capture their first NBA Championship in 53 years.Javan breaks down what went wrong for the Spurs, discusses Jalen Brunson's Finals MVP performance, OG Anunoby's impact throughout the series, and explains how home court advantage shaped the Finals. He also shares his experience attending the official NBA Africa Watch Party in Nairobi after being invited by NBA Africa.The episode also touches on the WNBA season, Madina Okot's continued rise, Kenyan basketball updates, Nairobi City Thunder's latest game, and the challenges facing basketball facilities in Kenya.Chapters00:00 Knicks Win It All!01:38 Spurs Fall in Game 502:29 NBA Africa Watch Party04:20 Late Night Finals Vibes05:26 Spurs Breakdown and Blame (FOX!!!)07:00 Brunson and OG Shine09:38 How Finals Home Court Works14:40 Trophy Ceremony and Next Steps15:58 WNBA Watch and NBA Facts17:15 Kenyan National Basketball League and Nyayo Stadium Issues19:49 Gratitude and Wrap Up🏀 Topics Discussed• New York Knicks win the 2026 NBA Championship• Jalen Brunson's Finals MVP performance• San Antonio Spurs' collapse in the NBA Finals• OG Anunoby's impact on the series• NBA Africa Watch Party experience in Nairobi• WNBA Commissioner's Cup updates• Madina Okot and the Atlanta Dream• Nairobi City Thunder and KNBL action• The state of basketball facilities in Kenya• Growth of basketball media in Kenya🔔 Don't Miss Out👍🏾 Like this video if you enjoyed the episode💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments🔔 Subscribe for more basketball discussions and interviews⭐ Rate us 5 stars on Spotify and Apple Podcasts📲 Follow I Really Hoop Podcast on all social media platforms for basketball news, clips, highlights and discussions.Join the WhatsApp Fan-Grouphttps://chat.whatsapp.com/FsoF8OR1uLmIRB0mO54tBvYouTube:https://youtu.be/27yoftnGc2M?si=hkCiLXaU41xZUkAXSpotify:⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/20G5A5kEy6lrhlrl9qYcXL?si=o1ED_ZVyRUOwY8wVGt8XLw⁠Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/nba-africa-invited-me-new-york-knicks-embarrass-the/id1831444430?i=1000773313062Listen Live and Follow Shine FM 99.9 on social media⁠https://radio.garden/listen/shine-fm-99-9/9LfEdLvD⁠⁠https://shinefm.daystar.ac.ke⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo4bXMvQDSopqgUwvRSnRxpCaumUYEyix⁠ (On ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Javan.360⁠/)⁠https://www.instagram.com/shinefm99.9⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/ShineFM99.9⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@shinefmdigital⁠⁠https://x.com/ShineRadioKE ⁠Follow the HostJavan⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie⁠X/Twitter: ⁠https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalie⁠All my links(LinkTree): ⁠https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_Ekhalie⁠YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@BasketballTwinTV⁠SportsBiz Kenya's Website: ⁠https://sportsbiz.co.ke/author/javan-ekhalie9outlook-com/⁠#IReallyHoopPodcast #NBAFinals #NewYorkKnicks #NBAChampions #NBA #Basketball #JalenBrunson #SanAntonioSpurs #NBAPodcast #KenyanBasketball #NBAAfrica #MadinaOkot #WNBA #BasketballAfrica #SportsPodcast
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    23 mins
  • WE'RE NOW ON SHINE FM! NBA Finals Predictions, BAL Champions, SGA MVP & Madina Okot Buzz | Ep. 26

    WE'RE NOW ON SHINE FM! NBA Finals Predictions, BAL Champions, SGA MVP & Madina Okot Buzz | Ep. 26
    Jun 9 2026
    The I Really Hoop Podcast enters a NEW ERA! 🔥🏀Episode 26 marks our first episode from Shine FM 99.9 (https://radio.garden/listen/shine-fm-99-9/9LfEdLvD or https://shinefm.daystar.ac.ke) at Daystar University, featuring new co-hosts Presley, Ashley (Finally our first female co-host!), and Conrad as we break down everything happening in basketball.We discuss the 2026 NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks, make our championship predictions, debate whether Victor Wembanyama or Nikola Jokic deserved MVP over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, review the NBA Awards, and react to the biggest stories from the playoffs.We also recap RSSB Tigers' historic Basketball Africa League championship run, discuss Madina Okot becoming the first Kenyan selected in the first round of the WNBA Draft, and ask the big question: Can Kenya ever produce an NBA player?⏱️Chapters00:00 New Studio at Daystar University's Shine FM!01:24 Meet the Co-hosts02:31 Presley's Jokic Takes03:45 Ashley on Celtics and the WNBA06:45 Conrad on his favorite team players 09:42 Episode Agenda Preview12:52 Back From Break, NBA Finals Talk13:21 Origin of Javan's love for basketball16:18 OKC vs Spurs ECF Game Seven Rant18:24 NBA 2026 MVP Debate and Criteria20:55 Ashley Breaks Down the ECF and WCF Series23:44 Eastern Conference Recap and Sleep Tips for NBA fans in Kenya and similar timezones28:29 Finals Predictions and Wemby Bag31:36 Wemby Contract Talk32:00 Wemby's Injury Fears33:07 Indiana Pacers Collapse and NBA Lottery Beef34:22 Finals Hype and Music Break34:44 All NBA Awards Explained35:31 MVP Debate SGA vs Jokic38:55 Wemby Snub and Rivalry Fire with SGA40:01 Who Wins the Finals44:52 Knicks Finals Chaos and Celebrity Buzz45:27 Danhausen Curse Conspiracy47:13 MSG Ticket Price Shock50:56 All NBA Teams and Chet Rant53:52 Other Awards54:51 Kenyan Madina Okot WNBA Milestone57:26 Can Kenya Produce an NBA Player?58:38 Kenyan Basketball Global Gap59:08 BAL 2026 Finals Review1:05:00 ConclusionDrop your thoughts below.🔔 Don’t Miss Out👍 Like this video if you care about Kenyan basketball💬 Comment your perspective🔔 Subscribe for in-depth basketball conversations⭐ Rate us 5 stars on Spotify & Apple PodcastsShot by Doly (https://www.instagram.com/ondieki_officially)📲 Follow I Really Hoop Podcast on all social media platforms for clips, highlights and basketball news.YouTube:https://youtu.be/ewXR6irGywsSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/20G5A5kEy6lrhlrl9qYcXL?si=o1ED_ZVyRUOwY8wVGt8XLwApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/nairobi-city-thunder-bal-6-review-kenya-hoops-problems/id1831444430?i=1000763291931Listen Live and Follow Shine FM 99.9 on social mediahttps://radio.garden/listen/shine-fm-99-9/9LfEdLvDhttps://shinefm.daystar.ac.kehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo4bXMvQDSopqgUwvRSnRxpCaumUYEyix (On https://www.youtube.com/@Javan.360/)https://www.instagram.com/shinefm99.9https://www.facebook.com/ShineFM99.9https://www.tiktok.com/@shinefmdigitalhttps://x.com/ShineRadioKE Follow the HostJavan⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalieX/Twitter: https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalieAll my links(LinkTree): https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_EkhalieYouTube: https://youtube.com/@BasketballTwinTVSportsBiz Kenya's Website: https://sportsbiz.co.ke/author/javan-ekhalie9outlook-com/Follow the Co-hosts on Social MediaAshleyhttps://www.instagram.com/_.bluedivaConradhttps://www.instagram.com/conrad_wambuaPresleyhttps://www.instagram.com/presleyokoth7#IReallyHoopPodcast #NBAFinals #NBA #Basketball #VictorWembanyama #SanAntonioSpurs #NewYorkKnicks #NBAPodcast #BasketballPodcast #KenyanBasketball #BasketballAfrica #MadinaOkot #WNBA #SportsPodcast #ShineFM #KenyaSports #BasketballKE #NairobiCityThunder #HoopsKenya #DaystarUniversity
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • THE NBA FINALS 2026 ARE HERE! RSSB win BAL Season 6, Kenyan Teams Face Malawi’s Bravehearts | Ep. 25

    THE NBA FINALS 2026 ARE HERE! RSSB win BAL Season 6, Kenyan Teams Face Malawi’s Bravehearts | Ep. 25
    Jun 5 2026

    The I Really Hoop Podcast is back! In Episode 25, hosts Javan (Basketball Twin) and Edu (Mini-Lebron) break down the biggest stories in basketball from Kenya, Africa, and around the world. STARTING WITH THE 2026 NBA 2026 BETWEEN the San Antonio Spurs vs the New Yourk Knicks!

    We also talk about the NBA Playoffsonference Finals reactions, NBA Awards, Steph Curry's new deal, AI referees, the NBA Draft Lottery, and the latest Basketball Africa League (BAL) action, including Rwanda's historic championship victory.


    On the Kenyan basketball side, we dive into the ongoing KBF friendlies, Nairobi City Thunder's performances, basketball governance issues, proposed arena developments, Medina Okot's growing WNBA profile, Ariel Okall's BAL 2026Ubuntu Trophy win, and much more.


    Whether you're a fan of the NBA, BAL, Kenyan basketball, or the global game, this episode has something for you.IRHP WhatsApp Fan-Grouphttps://chat.whatsapp.com/FsoF8OR1uLmIRB0mO54tBv


    Chapters

    00:00 Intro

    01:27 What We Will Cover

    01:43 2026 NBA Finals Start Date

    02:22 BAL Season 6 RSSB Tigers (Rwanda) Win

    02:53 Kenyan Basketball Updates

    04:33 Controversies And Deals

    05:13 Western Conference Finals Game Seven Reactions

    05:50 NBA Ratings And Local Leagues

    09:37 Subscriber Milestone Thanks

    10:43 EasternConference Finals Breakdown

    14:27 Knicks Title Prediction

    18:29 Rest Versus Rhythm Debate

    20:48 2026 NBA Awards Recap

    24:27 Steph Curry New China Deal

    26:04 2026 NBA Draft Lottery And AI Refs

    27:22 AI in Sports Debate

    28:07 BAL Season 6 Finals Recap

    29:38 Voting and Leadership in Kenya Talk

    31:08 BAL League Format and Future

    33:04 BAL 2026 Ubuntu Trophy Spotlight

    36:44 Kenya Basketball vs Bravehearts from Malawi Friendlies

    39:02 Thunder Blowout Highlights

    44:24 Controversies and Arena News

    49:55 Madina Okot WNBA Buzz, she dope!

    54:11 WNBA Commissioners Cup and Wrap


    🎙️ Subscribe for more basketball discussions, interviews, analysis, and coverage of Kenyan, African, and international basketball.



    🎙 Hosts

    Javan

    instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie⁠⁠

    twitter_x: ⁠⁠https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalie⁠⁠

    linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_Ekhalie⁠⁠

    Edu:

    instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/edmundi_o/⁠⁠



    Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all available podcast platforms, social media pages, as well as the co-host's social media pages.


    YouTube:

    https://youtu.be/UOOSXWzSHbw?si=6gDSh6WUALYpEQqy


    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4HUx0PcegBAzsY4QtEg8aS?si=HAo1xwbFSb2cIDYznYIjDQ


    Apple Podcasts:

    ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/nairobi-city-thunder-bal-6-review-kenya-hoops-problems/id1831444430?i=1000763291931⁠

    Instagram:

    ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ireallyhooppod/⁠


    TikTok:

    ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ireallyhooppod


    #IReallyHoop #BasketballPodcast #NBAPodcast #KenyaBasketball #BAL
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Nairobi City Thunder BAL 6 Review, Kenyan Hoops, Madina Okot WNBA, NBA Playoffs | Ep. 24 ft. Nderitu

    Nairobi City Thunder BAL 6 Review, Kenyan Hoops, Madina Okot WNBA, NBA Playoffs | Ep. 24 ft. Nderitu
    May 5 2026
    Welcome back! It's Episode 24 of the I Really Hoop Podcast, and we have returning guest and renowned Kenyan basketball analyst, Nderitu, joining Javan! Our Kobe episode is blessed by the Mamba mentality.In this episode, we deeply break down Nairobi City Thunder’s heavily anticipated run in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) Season 6. Nderitu doesn't hold back, analyzing their 2-3 record, the coaching rotations, the lack of defensive preparation from playing in the KBF, and why the current roster construction fell short on the continental stage.We address a somber and critical issue in Kenyan basketball following the tragic passing of Neville Otieno on the court. On a much brighter note, we celebrate Kenyan WNBA history! We react to Madina Okot being drafted 12th overall by the Atlanta Dream, breaking down her journey, her fit with her new team, and clearing up the misinformation surrounding her draft status.Finally, we transition to the ongoing NBA Playoffs, discussing the Lakers' reliance on LeBron, the intense Nuggets vs. Timberwolves series, Paolo Banchero's rise with the Magic, and our predictions for the rest of the first round.IRHP WhatsApp Fan-Grouphttps://chat.whatsapp.com/FsoF8OR1uLmIRB0mO54tBvChapters00:00 Intro Song ("BASELINE" prod. by ⁨@hAVENmusic-1⁩ )00:58 Week Recap, NBA Playoffs01:14 Neville Otieno's Tragic Death (Eldonets Basketball Club)03:03 Athlete Welfare Insurance05:53 Episode Topics Preview08:03 BAL Streaming Drama (NBA App/NBA.com, YouTube)09:25 Nairobi City Thunder BAL Season 6 Record10:05 Game By Game Breakdown13:05 BAL Kenya Watch Party Reactions16:20 Why NCT Fell Short17:45 Coaching Rotation Issues19:44 Point Guard Problem25:25 I Really Hoop Fan-Group WhatsApp Group Drama29:55 Clinching BAL Standings Explained31:17 BAL Tiebreakers Explained32:13 BAL Point Differential Fallout33:52 Who Actually Performed in the NCT?34:48 Defense and Foul Trouble38:31 Injuries and Coaching Heat40:42 Excuses vs Expectations43:49 Roster Moves Under Fire44:52 Albert Odero's Decision48:30 Fixing It With Competition54:58 Sahara Conference Preview56:56 BAL Deep Cuts and Fans58:26 Accountability Closing Take1:00:00 Facts Over Feelings1:00:48 Too Many Yes Men for the NCT1:01:26 Criticism vs Consulting1:02:12 NCT Reality Check1:04:01 BAL in Kenya Arena Rumors and Costs1:05:57 BAL Money and Player Welfare1:07:24 Kenyan Government Promises on Paper1:09:38 Madina Okot WNBA Draft Breakdown1:10:51 Misinformation and Eligibility1:12:37 Go Pro and Ball Out1:13:59 Why Kenya Needs Pros1:14:33 Social Media Hype1:15:08 Next Kenyan to the NBA Dream1:17:01 Madina Okot Draft Moment1:17:38 "First Kenyan" Debate1:19:07 NBA Playoffs 2026 Check In1:19:42 Series By Series Takes1:22:11 NBA Title Picks And Lakers1:24:15 More Content And Collabs1:24:38 Hooping Challenge Plans on Basketball Twin TV 1:25:47 Wrap Up And ShoutoutsDrop your thoughts below.🎙 HostJavanhttps://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie⁠⁠ Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all available podcast platforms, social media pages, as well as the co-host's social media pages.YouTube:https://youtu.be/uEbZa8MRjuo?si=Sm9Pgpa31sKbqU4GSpotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/episode/7glmL89i4IhGwjszqG21FU?si=1de3f9ee5b454e74⁠Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/nairobi-city-thunder-bal-6-review-kenyan-hoops-madina/id1831444430?i=1000766209613Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/ireallyhooppod/⁠TikTok:⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ireallyhooppod 👤GuestNderitu (NBA Kenya)https://www.youtube.com/@nbakenyaIntro songBASELINE" prod. by Haven Musichttps://www.youtube.com/@hAVENmusic-#IReallyHoopPodcast #NBAPodcast #KenyanBasketball #BasketballKenya #BasketballKE #NBA #NBADebate #WNBA #BAL6 #MadinaOkot #NairobiCityThunder #KNBL #AfricanBasketball #SportsMedia
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Nairobi City Thunder BAL 6 Review, Kenya Hoops Problems, NBA App Debate, Bam Adebayo 83 | Ep. 23

    Nairobi City Thunder BAL 6 Review, Kenya Hoops Problems, NBA App Debate, Bam Adebayo 83 | Ep. 23
    Apr 23 2026

    Welcome back It's been a while since its been just Javan and Edu! In Episode 23 of the I Really Hoop Podcast, we have in-depth discussion on both Kenyan and global basketball topics. Our Jordan episode!


    In this episode, we break down Nairobi City Thunder’s performance and preparation in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) Season 6, analyzing their roster, level of competition, and whether they are truly ready to compete at the continental stage.


    The conversation also dives into the current challenges facing Kenyan basketball, including structural issues, competitiveness in the Kenya National Basketball League (KNBL), and what needs to change for the game to grow locally.


    On the global side, we debate the NBA viewing experience, comparing the NBA App and YouTube, and what platforms fans actually prefer in today’s digital era, because the BAL enforced the NBA App (NBA.com to be the only way to watch the BAL Season 6.


    We also react to the viral moment involving Bam Adebayo and the 83-point conversation, breaking down what it means in the wider NBA context.


    This episode blends Kenyan basketball analysis with global NBA conversations, delivering insight, debate, and honest opinions throughout.


    Chapters

    00:00 Intro Song ("BASELINE" prod. by Haven Music)

    01:56 Episode Topics Preview

    03:22 Thunder’s Hype and Merch

    04:36 Press Card and Coverage Plans

    05:19 BAL Watch Party Recap

    10:35 Thunder’s Games and Record

    13:59 Injuries and Team Critique

    16:30 Giveaway Win and Fan Moments

    19:25 NBA App Streaming Debate

    22:32 BAL Controversy and Expectations

    25:28 Dylan Ivy Waived Discussion

    27:22 Opinions and Fallout

    27:56 Kenya Basketball Growth

    28:49 NBA Expansion Buzz

    29:33 Kenya Select Game Recap

    30:15 Supporting Local Hoops

    31:36 Behind the Scenes Break

    33:00 Bam Adebayo 83

    36:02 Disrespect Debate

    38:07 Cooper Flagg 51

    39:09 Awards and Injuries

    45:29 Medina and Final Four

    50:35 Wrap Up and Netflix Talk


    Drop your thoughts below.


    🎙 Hosts

    Javan

    instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie⁠

    twitter_x: ⁠https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalie⁠

    linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_Ekhalie⁠

    Edu:

    instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/edmundi_o/⁠



    Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all available podcast platforms, social media pages, as well as the co-host's social media pages.


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    https://youtu.be/NuMHgDd0JcI?si=__QyTORNavs91PyN


    Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/1MUc1Fx2cV8etw03CgQDLD?si=3340b65146404aa0


    Apple Podcasts:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/nairobi-city-thunder-bal-6-review-kenya-hoops-problems/id1831444430?i=1000763291931

    Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/ireallyhooppod/


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    https://www.tiktok.com/@ireallyhooppod


    #IReallyHoopPodcast #NBAPodcast #KenyanBasketball #BasketballKenya #BasketballKE #NBA #NBADebate #BamAdebayo #BAL6 #NairobiCityThunder #KNBL #AfricanBasketball #SportsMedia
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    53 mins
  • Nderitu (NBA Kenya): Rain @ Nyayo Indoor Gym!, Nairobi City Thunder, BAL 6, KBF’s Problems | Ep. 22

    Nderitu (NBA Kenya): Rain @ Nyayo Indoor Gym!, Nairobi City Thunder, BAL 6, KBF’s Problems | Ep. 22
    Mar 15 2026
    Welcome back! In Episode 22 of the I Really Hoop Podcast, Javan is joined once again by Top Kenyan basketball analyst and reporter, Nderitu (NBA Kenya) for a deep and honest conversation about the current state of basketball in Kenya.Chapters00:00 Intro Song ("BASELINE" prod. by Haven Music)00:14 Welcome back!00:21 No. 1 Kenyan Basketball Podcast (Ask Google, ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.)00:37 Welcoming Nderitu (Returning Guest)00:46: Episode 21 with him is the most viewed episode01:01: Heavy Nairobi Rains (6 March 2026), Floods02:32 Nyayo Indoor Basketball Gymnasium's embarrassing flooding situation03:45 A cat or rat was spotted07:32 Some fans weren't refunded09:18 Nyayo has had no major upgrade since the 1980's12:38 SHocking Crowd Management at Nyayo Indoor Gym14:00 Risks of wet floor to players and fans16:07 Nyayo should stop hosting basketball games till renovation16:20 Bad sanitation at Nyayo (Washorooms, no water, stench)18:00 Why the BAL put Black & White posts for the Road to BAL in Kasarani Indoor Arena18:54 Kenya got lucky to host the Road to BAL 2025 and the WBLA Qualifiers 101521:23 Positioning of washrooms at Nyayo (Too Open)21:48 Stench from washrooms going to the gymnasium22:31 Clean up the venues, ya'll!24:00 Move games to Kasarani, provide transport at a fee24:45 Fauly, old scoreboards25:40 Javan says he isn't a strong Nairobi City Thunder Fan25:49 NCT need competition26:18 More Overcrowding issues at Nyayo Indoor Gym29:08 What's the deal between Stadia Management and the Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF)?29:46 The 2026 Basketball AFrica League (BAL) Season 6 & NCT's Preparation30:09 Nairobi City Thunder's New Signings30:21 Ater Majok moved from NCT to Dar City and now Dakar30:38 Albert Odero moved from NCT to Tigers Rwanda now back to NCT30:52 NCT's frontcourt31:20 WIll NCT be better or worse this upcoming BAL 6?32:47 New BAL Conferences Format32:20 NCT's limited Preparation Time35:07 Does NCT have yesmen?36:25 NCT fear losing a single game at the Kenya National Basketball League38:28 Other teams' BAL rosters40:16 Kalahari COnference is in SOuth Africa while the Sahara COnference is in Morocco20:53 Derrick Ogechi can help NCT since he's now in the roster40:49 Ogechi's Highlight Reel41:51 Ogechi not playing at BAL 542:10 NCT's tough BAL 6 Fixtures46:17 What will NCT do about the KNBL game fixtures during BAL 6?50:29 KBF officials overstaying office52:00 KBFs failed deal with Fireflies COmpany52:21 KBF's Greed by selling tickets to a full Nyayo Indoor Gym54:57 We just want change coz we love basketball55:16 Nderitu responds to fan who he had an argument with on last episode's comments on Instagram59:26 Nderitu has tough skin01:00:41 Come at Nderitu with a missile, you'll get a nuclear warhead back01:01:20 Nderitu will keep exposing the mismanagement in Kenyan Basketball01:02:05 Co-host Edu was unavailable for this episode01:02:14 Outro (Like, Share, Subscribe)Drop your thoughts below.🎙 HostJavan (Basketball Twin) https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie👤 GuestDennis Nderitu (NBA Kenya) https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@nbakenya⁩ Follow, like, comment, share, and subscribe to us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all available podcast platforms, social media pages, as well as the co-host's social media pages.YouTube: https://youtu.be/VpneZ8Am2dc?si=3Tu6A3-rI-eonbVfSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2TQSX4K44HQTyWtDRXVOlW?si=jA1fyFdHRiqdGS9ACc0qYAApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/nderitu-nba-kenya-rain-nyayo-indoor-gym-nairobi-city/id1831444430?i=1000755402987All our Links (LinkTree): https://linktr.ee/ireallyhooppodInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ireallyhooppod/#IReallyHoopPodcast #NBAPodcast #KenyanBasketball #BasketballKenya #BasketballKE #KenyaMorans #KBF #NBAKenya #AfricanBasketball #BasketballAfricaLeague #BAL #BAL6 #NairobiCityThunder #KNBL #SportsMedia #DennisNderitu
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Dennis Nderitu (NBA Kenya): Accountability, KBF Controversy, The State of Kenyan Basketball | Ep. 21

    Dennis Nderitu (NBA Kenya): Accountability, KBF Controversy, The State of Kenyan Basketball | Ep. 21
    Mar 1 2026
    In Episode 21, we sit down with Dennis Nderitu, founder of NBA Kenya, basketball analyst, reporter, and one of the most outspoken voices in Kenyan basketball media. This is one of the most honest and unfiltered conversations we have had on the platform. The episode explores standards, transparency, governance, and the future of basketball journalism in Kenya.Episode Chapters:00:00 Episode 20 Kickoff00:26 Meet Dennis Nderitu01:27 Subscribe And Support01:50 Why He Loves Basketball05:54 Why Basketball Over Football07:32 NBA Live & 2K Era + Favorite Players08:26 Lakers Fandom & Luka Trade11:12 Starting the NBA Kenya Brand17:49 NBA Kenya Name Explained20:01 Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) Friction & Accountability24:00 KBF Elections & Governance Issues26:24 Banned From KNBL Playoff Game at Nyayo Stadium Gymnasium29:21 Player Confrontations During Games31:25 Clearing the Air31:57 Criticism Is Part of Sport34:28 Receipts, Stats & Film36:11 Calling Out the Ban37:46 Negativity vs Positive Coverage39:52 Why I Left Woopy (Okapi) Sport42:01 Kenyan Basketball Media Growth43:38 Foul and One Podcast Beef Explained45:57 Madina Okot Visa Story Breakdown49:23 KBF Broadcast Fees53:44 KNBL League Start Date Confusion57:20 Showing Up to Games Anyway58:24 Hosting BAL (Road to BAL) & FIBA Women’s Basketball League Africa (WBLA)58:55 Final Thoughts on Progress01:00:00 Ticket Price Controversy01:00:51 Bad Venue Experience01:01:18 Kenya Hosts Qualifiers01:02:09 Thunder Praise and Critique01:03:13 BAL Struggles and Heartbreak01:04:27 Morans Sacrificed Claim01:06:14 Stadium Canopy and Arenas01:07:25 BAL Franchise Buy In01:08:45 Building Basketball Culture01:09:21 Franchise Format Roadblocks01:10:00 League Pressure and Sabotage01:10:28 When Franchises Could Happen01:10:38 Thunder and Arena Money01:11:21 NBA Africa Vision01:12:17 Why the Creator Went Quiet01:13:44 IShowSpeed Basketball Fumble01:15:43 Gen Z Goliath Height Debate01:16:51 Wrap Up and ShoutoutsVideo on Nderitu being denied access to the Nyayo Stadium Basketball Gymnasiumhttps://youtu.be/9XFpSxn7mj0?si=99W0oJ2OTDuU_fVk Discussion Questions: - Is criticism necessary for growth in Kenyan basketball? - Should federations be held more accountable? - What is the future of independent sports media in Kenya?listen_and_follow:YouTube: https://youtu.be/PTLOk4LnduQ?si=_vISiW6o9anAIGyGSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5BxVdZG3Y8sSgT5WqL4TjN?si=l6DXyV96S0mcfRIH_SOp_wApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/dennis-nderitu-nba-kenya-accountability-kbf-controversy/id1831444430?i=1000752346315All our links( LinkTree): https://linktr.ee/ireallyhooppodsocial_media: podcast_instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ireallyhooppod/hosts: javan: instagram: https://www.instagram.com/javan_o_ekhalie twitter_x: https://www.x.com/javan_o_ekhalie linktree: https://linktr.ee/Javan_O_Ekhalie edu: instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edmundi_o/guest: name: "Dennis Nderitu (NBA Kenya)" youtube_channels: - https://www.youtube.com/@nbakenya - https://www.youtube.com/@nderitubasketball - https://www.youtube.com/@nderitubasketballextra hosted_by: - Javan (Basketball Twin) - Edu (Mini LeBron)
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    1 hr and 19 mins