Streetball legend and former NBA point guard Rafer “Skip to My Lou” Alston joins Marc Israel on Courtside for a powerful conversation about basketball culture, creativity, and longevity.
From Queens playgrounds to the AND1 Mixtape Tour to an NBA career alongside Hall of Famers, Rafer shares how he balanced flair with fundamentals—and why understanding the right way to play the game mattered at every level.
This episode covers: - The origins of the “Skip to My Lou” move - Streetball vs. NBA basketball - Playing with Yao Ming, Tracy McGrady, Vince Carter & Dwyane Wade - Coaching young players and passing on basketball wisdom
A must-listen for basketball fans, hoop historians, and anyone who loves the culture of the game.
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