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Jabber Jazz - A Utah Jazz PodcastFree Agency Primer w/ McCadeLet's Jabber Jazz! We are joined by McCade Pearson to preview free agency, which is only days away and already decisions made throughout the league are impacting the short and long term futures of teams throughout the association. We summarize the new collective bargaining agreement, talk priorities, and potential routes to finish building the 2023-24 Utah Jazz. Give our guests a follow on Twitter and consider thanking them for their time:McCade Pearson: https://twitter.com/McCadeP8 Thank you for...
2023-06-291h 06Jabber Jazz - A Utah Jazz Podcast2023 NBA Draft Live Stream - Part 2Let's Jabber Jazz! Enjoy the audio of the draft live stream that took place Thursday night. Josh and Adam take you through the emotional roller coaster of the night, detailing team-prospect fit, and addressing strategy. Part 2 picks up at pick 16 through the end of the first round. For part 1, refer to the podcast feed. Please give our guests and host a follow on Twitter: Josh Roberts: https://twitter.com/jayjazz3 McCade Pearson: https://twitter.com/McCadeP8 Adam Bushman: https://twitter.com/a...
2023-06-241h 34Jabber Jazz - A Utah Jazz Podcast2023 NBA Draft Live Stream - Part 1Let's Jabber Jazz! Enjoy the audio of the draft live stream that took place Thursday night. Josh and Adam take you through the emotional roller coaster of the night, detailing team-prospect fit, and addressing strategy. Part 1 features picks 1-15. For part 2, refer to the podcast feed. Please give our guests and host a follow on Twitter: Josh Roberts: https://twitter.com/jayjazz3 McCade Pearson: https://twitter.com/McCadeP8 Adam Bushman: https://twitter.com/adam_bushman Thank...
2023-06-241h 45Jabber Jazz - A Utah Jazz PodcastDrafting Jazz Assets with McCade & RileyLet's Jabber Jazz!Today we're joined by mock GMs to draft Utah Jazz assets. What would they prioritize for building a team going forward? Watch on YouTube to see the draft board (link below).0:01:06 - Approach, rules, and process0:03:29 - Picks 1 to 160:26:54 - Picks 17 to 280:43:15 - Picks 29 to 40Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3VPXu0c Please follow our guests and consider thanking them for their time!McCade Pearson...
2022-10-0653 min
The Nameless Podcast - TNPEp. 60 - NBA Free Agency Madness w/ McCade PearsonFree agency has been WILD this year - join us as we breakdown the biggest moves and what they mean for the upcoming season! McCade Pearson makes his TNP debut to dive further into all the stats and contract details, along with some insights about his favorite team, the Utah Jazz.
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Gen Z Utah Jazz PodcastGrading the 2020-21 SeasonIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk WEEKLY Thursday? with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Today, McCade and I talk NBA Finals, Kawhi Leonard's injury and we grade every player that finished the season on the roster.
But first, we start with some much needed WNBA conversation as Team USA falls to Team WNBA in a great game.
Stay tuned as all that and more is coming up next on HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk WEEKLY WEDNESDAY edition.
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2021-07-151h 07Gen Z Utah Jazz PodcastPower of the hotel ducksIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk WEEKLY WEDNESDAY with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
In our first off-season episode of 2021, McCade and I look around the league as we discuss head coach and front office openings, Team USA roster building and the conference finals as the NBA season winds down.
Talking Jazz today, we focus on the positives and offer our top-3 moments of the 2020-21 season.
But first, the draft lottery was held last night with the Detroit Pistons come up aces as they land the No. 1 pick in the...
2021-06-2459 min
Gen Z Rockets PodcastEpisode 18: Salary Cap Implications and CBA Talk w/ Alan Moghaddam, Aaron Washington & McCade PearsonNeema Djavadzadeh (@findingneema23) is joined by Alan Moghaddam (@alanshow), Aaron Washington (@a_a_ron25) and McCade Pearson (@McCadeP8) to talk about the salary cap implications for this upcoming offseason for the Rockets, Knicks, Bucks, Jazz and Mavs. They then go into the 2023 CBA Agreement and what will likely be talked about and what they would like to see changed. Lastly they talk about a hypothetical for how to innovate the modern salary cap.
2021-06-121h 02Gen Z Utah Jazz PodcastGame 1 goes GrizzliesIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk JAZZ BITES with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Jazz get punked on their own playground as the Grizzlies come into the Viv and play like the better team.
Coming up on HomeCourt Press, McCade and I talk about what went wrong and what the Utah Jazz need to do to stop the leaks.
But first, what happened with Donovan Mitchell and how worried should Jazz fans be moving forward?
Stay tuned as all that and more is coming up next on HomeCourt...
2021-05-2432 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz vs. Grizzlies Series PreviewIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk Crossover Edition with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Today on HomeCourt Press, Parker Fleming from @sbngrizzlies and @TheCoreFourPodcast joins McCade and I to talk through the first round series between the Utah Jazz and Memphis Grizzlies.
We talk about Mike Conley, what each team needs to do to win the series and wrap it up with each of our predictions for the series.
Stay tuned as all that and more is coming up next on HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk Crossover Edition
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2021-05-2351 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastPlay-in MadnessIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk Weekly Wednesday with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Today on HomeCourt Press, McCade and I take a look at the play-in tournament, discussing the pros and cons of the additional six games.
And with the end of the regular season, we're obligated to hand out our individual awards for 2021.
We also talk about the home court advantage the Jazz have by allowing 13,000 people in Vivint Arena to begin round 1. Is 70% of capacity too much or do the Jazz get a big boost from the...
2021-05-191h 04Gen Z Utah Jazz PodcastA win from OneIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk JAZZ BITES with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
10 teams are still alive in each conference but few teams' final spots are set. Today on JAZZ BITES, McCade and I talk about likely scenarios and what needs to happen in the final two days of the season for the Jazz to be set on a path to a championship.
With their regular season destiny in their own hands, all the Jazz need to do now is win in Sacramento against a team missing most of its best players...
2021-05-1519 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastDon't call it a comeback!Its HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
In our triumphant return from the end of semester burnout, McCade and I have a great show planned for you!
We'll take one last peak at the standings and discuss how we expect it to shake out before the regular season wraps up on Sunday.
We also look around the league at contender injuries with our league wide temperature check.
And we'll be talking plenty of Utah Jazz including Bojan's POTW outburst and a look at the...
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The Pastketball PodcastThe Pastketball Podcast EP8 - S1 - Featuring McCade PearsonJeremy Brener continues to discuss the legacy of the Deron Williams Jazz era with McCade Pearson of the Home Court Press Podcast, and the two discuss how Williams fell out of good graces with Utah, Jerry Sloan's exit, and Williams' eventual departure from the team.
2021-04-1836 minThe Pastketball PodcastThe Pastketball Podcast EP7 - S1 - Featuring McCade PearsonJeremy Brener sits down with McCade Pearson of the Home Court Press Podcast to discuss the Jazz's rise to prominence in the late 2000's with Deron Williams leading the team.
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2021-04-1827 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastDonovan putting himself in the MVP discussionIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Jazz enter a crucial stretch of the schedule with four games this week, including two against the Lakers in Los Angeles, as they hold onto a 1.5 game lead over the second place Phoenix Suns.
McCade and I discuss the Jamal Murray injury and the impact it could have on the western conference playoffs.
We also take a deep dive into the post All-Star break Donovan Mitchell numbers and how dynamic he has been recently.
But...
2021-04-1544 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastLooking big pictureIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk JAZZ BITES with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Three big questions continue to plague the Jazz in losses this season.
1. Who is the dog on this team that will step up in crunchtime and not let the Jazz get out-physicaled or pushed around.
2. How do the Jazz rebound when teams draw Rudy Gobert away from the paint?
3. Can the Jazz win games against good teams when they don't shoot great?
McCade and I take a look at each of the issues...
2021-04-0821 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastComparing the 2020 Jazz to the 2021 JazzIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Today, on our weekly episode, McCade and I take our usual look around the league as injuries and illness continue to impact championship contenders.
We'll also look at the conference and division standings as the regular season begins to wind down.
For our Jazz conversation this week, we go on a numbers binge, comparing this years team with last seasons Jazz team.
But first, McCade draws the ire of Donovan Mitchell on Twitter. Let's get...
2021-04-0754 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastThe Stockton/Gobert DebateIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk JAZZ BITES with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
As the NBA season enters the home stretch, McCade and I take a look at the standings as we start to narrow down who the Jazz could end up facing in the playoffs.
Then, we go deep into the conversation about the best player in Utah Jazz history, Rudy Gobert or John Stockton. McCade even makes some BOLD statements about Rudy's standing in the hierarchy of NBA history.
But first, we talk about the NBA buyout market...
2021-03-311h 04Gen Z Utah Jazz PodcastTrade Deadline EditionIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk Trade Deadline edition with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Today, we take one last look around the league and speculate on who will and won't be active before the trade deadline that expires Thursday afternoon. Will any western conference contenders make a big move in an attempt to leapfrog the Jazz? Will the Jazz make a move of their own?
Then, McCade and I will finish our comparison pod series with a look at the last Utah Jazz team to reach the NBA Finals, the 1998 Stockton &...
2021-03-241h 07Gen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz steal the pot 'o gold from CelticsIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
We've got a longer show planned for you today as McCade and I discuss the NBA trade deadline that is fast approaching. Who will get moved, what contenders will improve and who will be left out in the cold after the dust settles?
We're also going to be looking at the Jazz defensive struggles in transition and whether or not they are a team built to claw back from late game deficits. Are these problems the Jazz can shore up...
2021-03-1755 minGen Z Rockets PodcastEpisode 6: All-Star Special! w/ Bobby Manning, Alan Moghaddam and McCade PearsonNeema Djavadzadeh (@FindingNeema23) is joined by Bobby Manning (@RealBobManning), Alan Moghaddam (@AlanShow) and McCade Pearson (@McCadeP8) to talk about the first half of the NBA season, the all-star game, and the G-League Bubble. Be sure to subscribe and leave a review for the podcast!
2021-03-061h 16Gen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz drop game to PelicansIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
A terrible third quarter, no transition defense and getting teased into an up and down, high tempo Pelicans style leads to the Jazz loss in New Orleans on Monday night.
Today on HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk JAZZ BITES, McCade and I look at what went wrong and what the Jazz need to do to right the ship after coming back to earth a bit.
Stay tuned as all that and more is coming up next on HomeCourt...
2021-03-0219 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastRebounding is the KeyIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Jazz split a back to back in Florida, dropping game 1 in Miami before dispatching of the Magic on Saturday.
Today on JAZZ BITES, McCade and I talk Donovan Mitchell's efficiency and ability to contribute, even when he's not shooting the ball well.
We also talk solutions to the Bojan Bogdanovic struggles.
But first, we take a look at the rebounding/winning correlation. Is a trend starting to develop?
Stay tuned as all that...
2021-03-0143 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastCan the Jazz get 3 All-Stars?Its HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Today, with all-star reserves being announced on Tuesday, McCade and I look through our All-Star benches as we decide whether team success or stats are more indicative of a deserving All-Star appearance.
With any 2021 NBA all-star conversation, we look at the number 1 team in the Western Conference and discuss who should join Quin Snyder and the Jazz coaching staff in Atlanta.
But first, we talk about a raging dumpster fire, the Minnesota Timberwolves after they fire head coach...
2021-02-2349 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastNo streaking in the hallsIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Jazz clinched a playoff tie-breaker on Wednesday before dropping a heartbreaker in Mike Conley's return from a hamstring injury on Friday against the Western Conference three seed LA Clippers.
Today on HomeCourt Press, McCade and I take a brief look at each game and then we talk what a loss to a full strength Clippers team means in the long run, if anything.
Stay tuned as all that and more is coming up next on HomeCourt Press...
2021-02-2023 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastBest in the WestIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Today, Mccade and I take a look back at last season and where the Jazz were after 28 games. Then we talk the importance of process over focusing solely on results.
McCade shares his thoughts on the importance of the Jazz remaining aggressive in roster building rather than feeling confident and relaxing.
But first, we discuss the Anthony Davis injury in LA and how it impacts the Jazz, and the western conference as a whole.
Stay tuned...
2021-02-1754 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastRudy Gobert is a defensive GodIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk JAZZ BITES with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Jazz have spent the weekend running away from the some of the best teams and individuals in the eastern conference.
Today, McCade and I talk about recent victories over the Giannis Antetokounmpo & the Milwaukee Bucks and the Miami Heat.
Specifically, we'll be looking at how a defense that held the team back last season, has been able to take a massive jump a third of the way through this seasons 72-game schedule.
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2021-02-1430 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastThe Legends: Stockton & InglesIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Today, McCade and I sit down with Jared Barker from Hitting the High Notes, a subsidiary of the #JazzPodCoop, and talk Joe Ingles and John Stockton. Why you ask? Because we have an affinity for unathletic white guys that dominate your favorite players.
But first, McCade and I talk Bradley Beal and his loyalty to the Washington Wizards, more details emerging about a potential all-star weekend, and is the center position back in a wide open NBA game?
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2021-02-0350 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastHistoric first half propels Nuggets over JazzIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The first half defense ends up making all the difference, and for the first time in 25 days & 12 games the Jazz lose.
Shooting 15-17 from three helped the Nuggets build a 25 point first half lead that proved too much for the Jazz, playing their first game away from home since beating Denver on January 19.
What went wrong and how can the Jazz rebound before facing the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night?
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2021-02-0113 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastThe Gobert Effect in full forceIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
How much more can we say about this Jazz team? In the midst of a league best ten game winning streak, the Jazz manage another dominating win, this time against Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks.
With Donovan Mitchell and Derrick Favors nursing injuries and out of the lineup, Jordan Clarkson and Rudy Gobert pick up the offensive slack, giving the Jazz their fourth wire-to-wire victory during their ten game winning streak.
Stay tuned as all that and more...
2021-01-2816 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastComeback win for 9 straight!Its HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
On their worst shooting night in weeks, Donovan Mitchell can't find the bottom of the net and the Jazz fall behind by 15 early to the New York Knicks, the last team to hand the Jazz a loss, way back on January 6.
After using halftime to regroup, the defense steps up in a huge way, some shots start falling, and the Jazz turn that 15-point deficit into a 14-point win.
Stay tuned as all that and more is coming up...
2021-01-2716 minGen Z Utah Jazz Podcast8 straight & a Look at LukaIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
With the Jazz in the midst of an 8 game winning streak, McCade and I look at some power rankings lists and where the Jazz sit. Who's got the Jazz at no. 1?
We also look ahead at the remaining first half Strength of Schedule and an absolutely grueling stretch in February.
In our second segment, we'll be joined by Lauren Gunn @lgunnnn of the Blue Hardwood Dallas Mavericks podcast to talk about this week's back to back.
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2021-01-271h 14Gen Z Utah Jazz Podcast8 straight!Its HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Jazz start hot, hitting six three's in the first five minutes of the game, and never look back in a dominating effort against the Golden State Warriors.
Bojan Bogdanovic plays his best all around game of the season, possibly in his Jazz career, 4 Jazz starters make at least 3 three's, and nobody plays more than 27 minutes, allowing for some much needed rest in a truncated season.
Stay tuned as all that and more is coming up next on HomeCourt...
2021-01-2418 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastAIGHT...Its HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Seven straight wins as the Jazz continue to make their case as one of the best teams in the NBA.
The Pelicans score 70 points and best the previous night's 3pt output in the first quarter alone with 8. But the Jazz weather the storm, and somehow take a halftime lead.
From there, it was all about Donovan Mitchell offensively while Rudy Gobert set the tone at the basket, a familiar script for Jazz fans.
Stay tuned as...
2021-01-2224 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastUnprecedented 3-point success for the Utah JazzIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Riding the crest of a league high six game winning streak, the Jazz are looking every bit the contender Jazz fans were hoping for this season.
Today, McCade and I will talk about the factors contributing to Jazz success and we'll have a new Real or Not Real segment.
We're also joined by friend of the pod, Eliot Clough of the Pelicans Plus podcast to talk the Jazz first back to back opponent of the season.
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2021-01-2056 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJAZZ BITES: Joe Ingles returns and the Jazz win againIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Jazz start their first homestand of the season with a bang as they out shoot, out rebound and out pass the Pelicans on their way to a 118-102 win to improve their league best winning streak to 6 games.
Donovan Mitchell scores 14 first quarter points and finishes with 28 on only 15 shots.
But Donovan takes a back seat to the return of Joe Ingles, who knocks down 5 three's after missing the previous three games and 4 of the past 5.
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2021-01-2018 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJAZZ BITES: 5 straight wins!Its HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Jazz wrap up arguably their most difficult stretch of scheduling on a 5-game win streak after a not always pretty but good enough when it mattered win in Denver over the Nuggets.
Donovan Mitchell struggles early but the Jazz ride the hot shooting of Jordan Clarkson and the leadership of Mike Conley until Donovan could find his shot in the second half.
But most importantly, the Jazz continue to win games on the back of a league best...
2021-01-1820 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJAZZ BITES: Jazz notch 4th straight victoryIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Jazz continue their hot play of late as they return home and lead wire to wire in a dismantling of Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks.
Perimeter defense, long an issue with this Jazz team, limited the Hawks to 18% shooting from 3 as the Jazz knock down 20 threes of their own.
Rudy Gobert rebounds from a tough road trip to dominate Clint Capela and Donovan Mitchell leads the team in scoring.
Stay tuned as all that and...
2021-01-1619 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJAZZ BITES- Hot shooting and a strong defense lead the Jazz to a third straight winIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Jazz wrap up a six game road trip by notching their third consecutive victory, this time in dominating fashion as they sprint past the Cavaliers, 117-87 Tuesday night.
Donovan Mitchell and Jordan Clarkson pace the Jazz in the scoring department, and Georges Niang has a much needed breakout shooting performance as the Jazz hit 24 3's, continuing their elite team shooting.
Stay tuned as all that and more is coming up next on HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk.
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2021-01-1319 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJAZZ BITES- Defense carries the Jazz to a win in DetroitIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
A wire to wire victory in the fifth game of a long eastern conference road trip has the Jazz building momentum on the Season.
After using a fast start to build a 20 point 1st quarter lead, the Jazz struggled to hit shots from the perimeter in the second half.
Instead, they rely on defense to slow down a Pistons attack that struggled from the mid-range, and the Jazz prevail 96-86.
Stay tuned as all that and more...
2021-01-1116 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJAZZ BITES: Jazz hot shooting beats the BucksIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Last night the Jazz go into Milwaukee and dispatch of Giannis and the Bucks.
A franchise record 25 three pointers made, a career night from Royce O'Neale, Jordan Clarkson catches fire in the first half, Donovan Mitchell leads the team down the stretch, and the suffocating python lineup with Rudy Gobert And Derrick Favors give the Jazz a much needed boost as they continue their 7-game eastern conference road trip.
Stay tuned as all that and more is coming up...
2021-01-0923 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastPerimeter defense, Is it time for Shaq Harrison?Its HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Jazz wrap up week two of the NBA schedule sitting at 4-3 after losses to the Suns and Nets with victories over San Antonio and the Clippers.
Is it time for Quin Snyder to consider a more defensive approach on his guardline as the Utah Jazz continue to struggle defending elite NBA guards?
But first, former Jazzman Dante Exum suffers another injury setback in Cleveland and are rumors about potential NBA expansion true?
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2021-01-0650 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz get blown out by NetsIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
In a script eerily similar to their previous losses, the Jazz fall behind big early to the Kevin Durant-less Brooklyn Nets, eventually calling off the dogs with nearly 8 minutes remaining in what would become a 34 point loss.
What went wrong in Brooklyn and can the Jazz coaching staff get it fixed in time for tonight's matchup with the surprisingly plucky New York Knicks?
But first, Rudy Gobert and Jarrett Allen switch roles for a night as Allen looks like...
2021-01-0620 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastUtah Jazz begin road trip with a bang!Its HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Utah Jazz piece together consecutive wins for the first time this season as Bojan Bogdanovic comes to life, joining Mike Conley in leading the Jazz to a dominating, wire to wire victory over the San Antonio Spurs.
The Jazz approach a franchise record with 21 made three point shots. Continuing to push the pace and find open looks beyond the three point line.
But first, while Rudy Gobert's impact may not always be obvious in the box score, 6 blocks...
2021-01-0417 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz get big victory over the LA ClippersIts HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Today McCade and I recap Friday nights win against western conference power, the Los Angeles Clippers.
Mike Conley approaches a franchise record for threes made in a single game with 7, as he leads the Jazz with 33pts and 7ast.
Rudy Gobert and Derrick Favors fight off foul trouble to make things difficult for the Clippers offense all night.
But first, Jordan Clarkson gets fined for making contact with an official. Fair or foul from the NBA?
2021-01-0220 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz lose again at homeIts season 2 of HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Another disappointing performance at Vivint Arena, this time against the Phoenix Suns, and the Utah Jazz fall 106-95 Thursday night.
The Suns took advantage of a porous perimeter Utah Jazz defense, shooting over 50% from 3 and getting any open look they wanted.
Bojan Bogdanovic continues his early season struggles and Donovan Mitchell showed flashes, but they came around much of the same inconsistency we've seen from him this year.
Stay tuned as all that and more...
2021-01-0120 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastScreen Assists Unite!Its season 2 of HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Week one of the NBA season is in the books and there's plenty of surprises around the league.
The Utah Jazz have been up and down, as could be expected with a truncated training camp. We'll talk about what's working, where the team is coming up short, and how we think some of the minor issues can be addressed.
But first, Memphis loses Ja Morant to an ankle injury for the next month, does this spell the...
2020-12-3051 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz down Thunder, improve to 2-1Its season 2 of HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
The Utah Jazz find a way escape OKC with a 110-109 victory.
In a replay from last season, perimeter defensive struggles allow the Thunder to stay in the game but the clutch play of Donovan Mitchell and the solar eclipse like defense of Rudy Gobert at the basket lead the Jazz to improve to 2-1 on the young season.
But first, Mike Conley. Without Conley's near triple-double, the Thunder win this game easily. McCade and I...
2020-12-2923 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastWould 19,000 loud have made a difference?Its season 2 of HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
After a season opening victory over Damian Lillard and the Blazers, the Utah Jazz drop a disappointing game to the Minnesota Timberwolves in their first regular season home test of the year.
Can the Jazz maintain their early season average of 42 3's game? Rudy Gobert and Royce O'Neale have been controlling the glass for the Jazz, but will it be enough against the best teams in the league? And when Donovan and Bogey struggle like they did against Minnesota...
2020-12-2730 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastUndefeated and it feels so goodIts season 2 of HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Increased pace, a balanced offense and 48 minutes of defensive pressure lead the Jazz to preseason victories over Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns.
Small sample size and preseason rotations force us to take these games with a grain of salt, but there's a lot to be excited about.
Today, McCade and I look at the development of second year players Miye Oni, Juwan Morgan and Jarrell Brantley. And then we'll discuss whether rookies Udoka Azuibuike, Elijah Hughes...
2020-12-1657 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastDepth of the Utah JazzIts season 2 of HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz Talk with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Less than a week away from preseason NBA action, McCade and I look at the Jazz roster as we discuss whether or not they have 240 minutes of NBA level production.
Does the Derrick Favors addition solve the power forward problem from last year or does it create a problem at center?
And who will be in the starting 5 on December 23 in Portland as the Utah Jazz begin the 2020-21 season?
But first drama in Houston...
2020-12-0941 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastNBA 2020-21 First half scheduleThe NBA dropped the "First Half" schedule for all 30 teams on Friday afternoon. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 peak behind the curtain and talk what the Utah Jazz can expect between their opener on December 23 in Portland and the final game before a 5-6 day break in Philadelphia against the new look 76ers. Utah Jazz basketball so TAKE NOTE.
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2020-12-0500 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastWhere are the 2nd Round picks?Its season 2 of HomeCourt Press: Utah Jazz with Brian Preece @bpreece24 and McCade Pearson @McCadeP8
Rayjon Tucker is no longer a Jazzman after he was moved to the Cavs in what continues to be a series of cash saving moves for a franchise that still sits above the luxury tax.
Is there a rift developing between Rudy Gobert and the front office. Each day that goes by without an extension strikes fear in the heart of Jazz fans. We talk about what a Rudy extension could look like and how the Jazz could look ...
2020-12-0200 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastWestern Conference Power RankingsThe Jazz have locked up Donovan Mitchell for the next six seasons, have they done enough around him to build a title contender? McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 look at the western conference and discuss where they sit as the free agency scramble settles down.
2020-11-2600 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastHe's Coming HomeEmergency pod discussing the signings of FA Jordan Clarkson and the return of the big man in the middle, Derrick Favors. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @breece24 talk roster building as free agency continues and how the Jazz have improved with these signings.
2020-11-2100 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastDraft in the booksThe Jazz finish draft night with Udoka Azubuiki from Kansas and G/F Elijah Hughes of Syracuse, while shipping Tony Bradley to Detroit. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk about the Jazz picks and recap the wild draft night across the NBA.
2020-11-1900 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastNBA Draft PreviewWhat's a Utah Jazz podcast without an official draft preview? A local draft expert joins McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 to talk all things draft and offer a few predictions.
2020-11-1600 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastEye of the StormWe've got an NBA start date and its just six short weeks away. Today, McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk all the details and how they could impact the Jazz.
2020-11-1100 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastThe Favors ConundrumJazz fan favorite Derrick Favors hits the free agency market one season after the Jazz traded him away, will he return? McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 spend an entire episode talking Favs.
2020-11-0400 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastSOLD!Wow, what a bombshell coming down late this morning as Gail Miller announces the Jazz have been sold to Ryan Smith. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 spend some time talking about a few of the possible scenarios Jazz fans could see with the franchise.
2020-10-2800 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastTop-5 Free Agency TargetsThe Jazz head into the off-season looking to bolster the roster for a title push. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 share our favorite free agency targets and talk why they would fit with the Jazz.
We also discuss recent coaching hires, Daryl Morey leaving the Rockets, and add another chapter to the Joe Ingles is a gem story.
2020-10-2100 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastFinals Finally FinalThe bubble is over and Orlando is no longer the center of the NBA universe. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 begin our descent into full speculation mode as the draft is now the next big item on the basketball calendar. Today we talk bubble success, LeBron's legacy; we also speculate about the 2020-21 start date and Jazz free agent guards Jordan Clarkson & Emmanuel Mudiay.
2020-10-1400 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastThe Backup 5'sToday McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 are talking backup centers Ed Davis & Tony Bradley. Will they be enough next season or should the Jazz use their MLE to pluck somebody better from the free agency marketplace?
2020-10-0700 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastRounding out the 2021 rosterSix rookies spent time with the Jazz in 2019-20. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk skill sets, who will be back next season, and what they need to improve in order to earn some playing time next season.
2020-10-0152 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastDefensive Dominance- The Rudy Gobert StoryRudy Gobert has qualified for a supermax extension from the Utah Jazz. Will the Jazz offer him the full super max or something less with hopes of building a contender around him? McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk about that and more.
2020-09-2343 minGen Z Utah Jazz Podcast2019-20 Season RecapHomeCourt Press is back talking Jazz basketball. Today, McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 recap the regular season. Talking off-season additions and how they fared. HCP will be on a regular, every Wednesday schedule, no matter how long the off-season lasts.
2020-09-1641 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastDo or die- Game 7The two sweetest words in the English language, Game 7! How can the Jazz adjust to slow down Jamal Murray and advance to face the Clippers on Thursday? McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk about that and more as we preview Tuesday nights game 7 matchup.
2020-09-0135 min
Denver Stiffs: for Denver Nuggets fansCrossover Episode: Reacting to a Game 5 Nuggets win with HomeCourt PressThis is a double upload episode between Ryan Blackburn of Denver Stiffs and Brian Preece and McCade Pearson of HomeCourt Press talking Game 5 between the Denver Nuggets and Utah Jazz. They discuss:
Jamal Murray's explosion offensively
Denver's clutch offense focused on Murray and Nikola Jokic
Why the Utah Jazz struggled to score in the second half
Can the Nuggets force a Game 7?
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2020-08-2651 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJamal Murray explodes lateAnother crossover pod with Ryan Blackburn @NBABlackburn as we talk Jazz-Nuggets. McCade Pearson and Brian Preece as always.
2020-08-2649 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz take 3-1 leadThe Jazz put a stranglehold on their round 1 series against the Denver Nuggets. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk about more records falling, Donovan Mitchell with another gigantic performance, and the Jazz fight off the Nuggets best shots to put this series on the ropes.
2020-08-2435 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastThe return of Mountain MikeA second straight dominating performance puts the Jazz up 2-1. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk about the importance of game 4 for both teams.
2020-08-2234 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastDominating DonovanThe Jazz win game 2 in their first round matchup with the Denver Nuggets. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 & Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk about Donovan's improved playmaking, the contributions of rookie Juwan Morgan and role player Royce O'Neale, as well as the expected return of Mountain Mike Conley for Friday's game 3.
2020-08-2029 min
Denver Stiffs: for Denver Nuggets fansCrossover Episode: Breaking down Game 1 of Nuggets-Jazz with Brian Preece and McCade Pearson | Nuggets NumbersThis episode is a double upload of the Home Court Press podcast with Brian Preece (@bpreece24) and McCade Pearson (@McCadeP8) that Ryan joined on Tuesday morning following Denver's Game 1 victory over the Utah Jazz. They discussed:
Donovan Mitchell's 57 points and what the Nuggets can do to slow him down
Jamal Murray's strong performance
The Murray-Jokic two-man game that was unstoppable in crunch time
Nikola Jokic v Rudy Gobert
Denver's role players shooting a high (unsustainable?) percentage on three-pointers
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2020-08-1940 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz fall in game 1Crossover pod with Ryan Blackburn @NBABlackburn of denverstiffs.com. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @ bpreece24 talking a dynamic performance from Donovan Mitchell in a loss, and how both teams can adjust as the series progresses.
2020-08-1840 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastRound 1 PreviewIts playoff time and the Jazz begin their first round matchup against the Denver Nuggets early Monday morning. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 share our keys to Jazz success in the series and we discuss the impact of Mike Conley leaving the bubble for the birth of his son.
2020-08-1732 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastWild wild westWith 3 days left in the NBA bubble before the playoffs are set, nearly everything in the western conference is left undecided. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 recap a Jazz loss to the Mavericks and begin looking at where the Jazz may fall in the playoff seeding.
2020-08-1128 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz face Mavericks after two tough losses in the bubbleTwo losses over the weekend have the Jazz fighting for playoff positioning as they enter the bubble homestretch. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 recap this weekends games against the Spurs and Nuggets before taking a peak at this afternoon's matchup, the starless Dallas Mavericks.
2020-08-1027 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastHalfway through, HCP looks aheadToday on HomeCourt Press, McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 look at every team halfway through the reseeding games. Followed by a lengthy Utah Jazz discussion and previews for this morning's game against the Spurs @11am and tomorrow's huge matchup, Jazz vs. Nuggets @1:30.
2020-08-0743 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastMountain Mike leads the Jazz to victoryThe Jazz win and move to 2-2 during the NBA restart. McCade Pearson @mccadep8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 recap Wednesday's game and sing the praises of Royce O'Neale.
2020-08-0630 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz looking to rebound against LakersSaturday's game was tough to watch, even worse to analyze. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 look at what went wrong against the Thunder and how the Jazz can reverse some concerning trends as they face the Los Angeles Lakers Monday night.
2020-08-0334 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz steal a win against New OrleansIt was a rough first half, but the Jazz survive and defeat the Pelicans in the first NBA re-seeding game in Orlando. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 recap last nights win and preview Saturday's huge game against Chris Paul and the Oklahoma City Thunder.
2020-07-3130 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastThe next one countsAfter going 2-1 in their three Orlando scrimmages, McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk NBA news and notes, Jazz numbers and expectations, and Donovan Mitchell's contract status going forward, along with its salary cap implications.
2020-07-2840 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastJazz win... a scrimmageWhile a COVID outbreak puts the MLB season in jeopardy, the NBA bubble continues to hold strong. The Jazz beat Miami 101-99 on Saturday and face the sort of Brooklyn Nets Monday night. McCade Pearson @mccadep8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 bringing you HomeCourt Press
2020-07-2735 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastNBA Basketball is back134 days later, Utah Jazz basketball returns to... a thud. With one scrimmage down, the Jazz showed many of the same warts fans saw before the shutdown. How much stock should fans place in this game and what can you expect moving forward? McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk up and downs, look at some different lineups Quin Snyder may have at his disposal, and preview scrimmage two, Saturday night vs. Miami Heat.
2020-07-2437 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastLET'S GO!!!!Inside the bubble, injuries, illness and personal issues are keeping many teams from practicing at full strength. Find out who's hurting, how long they're out and what to expect in the interim. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 also talk about the Minnesota Timberwolves ownership situation. Last, we talk about a basketball game, happening today!!! The Jazz take the floor for the first time since March 11 against the Phoenix Suns.
2020-07-231h 06Gen Z Utah Jazz PodcastApproaching the RestartMcCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk about the Jazz as they begin practicing in Orlando before the restart. How do they replace Bojan Bogdonavic on the floor and in the aggregate; and we'll discuss the Rudy Gobert, Donovan Mitchell dynamic. Last, we look at the Jazz first restart opponent, the New Orleans Pelicans.
2020-07-1438 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastRestart schedule releaseThe NBA return to play plan took another big step forward on Friday when the league released revised 8 game schedules for each of the 22 teams participating in the restart. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and host Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk Jazz ramifications and who stands to benefit most from this unprecedented layoff.
2020-06-2948 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastA path to returnThe NBA Board of Governors approved the return to play plan presented by Commissioner Adam Silver. Now its left to the players vote before Jazz fans can expect to see Donovan and Rudy on the court again this season. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 & Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk specifics about the plan and the best path the Jazz have to championship hopes.
2020-06-0531 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastReturn to PlayThe NBA Board of Governors is expected to vote on a return to play that includes 22 teams and begins July 31. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 & Brian Preece @bpreece24 look through the plan and wrap up by discussing how the Utah Jazz are impacted.
2020-06-0552 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastMemory Lane-1998 NBA Finals Game 6A tough game for Jazz fans to stomach. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk about the game and think about what could have been.
2020-05-2240 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastThe Croation Sensation- Jazz lose second leading scorerMcCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 talk about the Bojan Bogdanovic injury and how it will impact the squad moving forward.
2020-05-1925 minGen Z Utah Jazz Podcast240 minutes of greatnessThere are rumblings that the NBA could return as early as July. McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 look at some advanced statistics and ruminate on the best lineups Quin Snyder has at his disposal.
2020-05-1838 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastMemory Lane- Which Jazzman deserves the next banner at the Viv?Who's next to get their number retired for the Jazz? McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 & Brian Preece @bpreece24 share our thoughts on who deserves commemoration in the rafters of Vivint SmartHome Arena. With a surprising pick for the next guy.
2020-05-0840 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastMoving assets forward- How the Jazz have used trades to sustain successMcCade Pearson @McCadeP8 joins your host, Brian Preece @bpreece6 as we talk several trades that have led the franchise to their current heights.
Starting in 1974 and moving all the way to December 2019, the Jazz have used trades as a way to help build and maintain the team. Some good deals, others bad, but all of them gave fans something to talk about.
2020-05-061h 15Gen Z Utah Jazz PodcastPart 2- Most important playoff series in Jazz historyMcCade Pearson, @McCadeP8, and Brian Preece, @bpreece24, decided that Jazz fans still want playoff basketball. So we fulfill those wishes by looking back at some of the most important series in franchise history. Today we look at five series:
1998- Lakers WCF
1998-Bulls Finals
2001- Mavericks First Round
2007- Rockets First Round
2018- Thunder First Round
2020-04-171h 10Gen Z Utah Jazz PodcastTen most important playoff series in Jazz history- Part 1McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 joins Brian Preece @bpreece24 as we talk Jazz playoff series triumph and disappointment. Tune in tomorrow for part 2 as we explore the second Finals run and some more recent Jazz playoff moments.
Lakers-1988
Clippers-1992
Nuggets-1994
Clippers-1997
Rockets-1997
2020-04-1641 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastThe Saga of Rudy & DonWhere there's smoke, there's fire. Multiple reports have Jazz stars Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell beefing. Can the relationship be saved and what happens if not? McCade Pearson @McCadeP8 and Brian Preece @bpreece24 share our thoughts and finish with a couple of interesting trade scenarios if the Jazz front office determines that one or both players cannot return.
2020-04-1130 minGen Z Utah Jazz PodcastUtah Jazz All-Time Top 10 Individual SeasonsMcCade Pearson joins the pod for the first time as we go through our top ten seasons in Jazz history. One catch though, each player can only be used once. No sneaking Karl Malone or Rudy Gobert twice.
2020-04-061h 19
BG PodcastNo Jazzing Our TrailsIn Episode 19, of the Blazer Gang Podcast; we talk with Eric Woodyard Utah Jazz Digital Sports Reporter for Deseret News and Utah Jazz fan McCade Pearson about a possible first round matchup.
Blazer Gang T-Shirts now available at Cultural Blends in the Lloyd Center. We've built a great partnership with Portland Ink ( portlandink.com ) follow them on instagram and facebook.
We have also solidified our viewing parties for playoffs.
Home viewing parties - Spirit of 77
Away viewing parties - Alberta Abbey (Theater) 126 NE Alberta st Portland, Oregon 97211
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