Hard In the Paint with David Grubb

HITP: One-on-One with Kenny Murphy Jr.

A great conversation with Kenny Murphy Jr., the father of New Orleans Pelicans rookie forward Trey Murphy III. Get his insights and observations on Trey's growth since picking up the game at age five up to and throughout his rookie season in the NBA. 

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HITP Checks In with KNN Once Again

HITP welcomes back award-winning journalist and broadcaster Kelsey Nicole Nelson to discuss a wide range of topics including how conversations are shaped in sports broadcasting; how the NFL and MLB are handling their latest crises; the changing landscape of HBCU sports; and the controversy surrounding Grambling's attempted hire of Art Briles.

Brian Flores: Imperfect Vessels

In Part III of my ongoing conversation regarding Brian Flores' lawsuit against the NFL, I welcome sports journalist Dawn Montgomery. Dawn and I discuss the optics of the first week following the filing of the suit, the public case for and against Coach Flores, and ask some hard questions of each other about the NFL and what progress should look like.

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Brian Flores: Making the Case

In part two of my ongoing conversation about Brian Flores' lawsuit against the NFL, I speak with attorney and sports law professor Dan Lust. We break down what's in Flores' complaint, what's on his side, the obstacles, and the grey areas that will help determine the outcome of the suit. 

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Brian Flores: Bigger Than Football

In part one of a series of conversations regarding the lawsuit brought by former Dolphins coach Brian Flores against the NFL, New York Giants, and Denver Broncos, I spoke with Black sports journalists from around the country to get their reactions. My panel of Shaquira Martin, Naomi Grey, Malcolm Carter, and I discuss what this current lawsuit means, beyond the legal implications, to us as Black people and as professionals within the sports industry. 

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The Dome Patrol: Regular Season Wrap-Up

The New Orleans Saints came up short of their goal of reaching the playoffs for the 5th straight season, but this year wasn't a lost won for the Black & Gold. Ross Jackson, Maddy Hudak, and I take a look back on why the 2021 Saints will hold a special place in team history, and what this season could mean going forward.

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Halfway There: Pelicans Reach the Midway Point of the NBA Season

The New Orleans Pelicans are halfway through the 2021-22 season. There have been some highs and tremendous lows on the path to 14-26. Now, some serious decisions have to be made about Zion Williamson, and the roster built for him as New Orleans chases a play in tournament bid. Chris Conner, from The Bird Writes, joins me to talk about what's happening on the court and how the Pels should approach their roster with the trade deadline looming.

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The Dome Patrol: Nothing to Lose

With one game remaining in the regular season, the New Orleans Saints are somehow within reach of the playoffs. Ross Jackson and I discuss the highs, lows, what making the postseason would mean, and how the Saints will approach the finale with the Falcons.

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The Dome Patrol: State of the Saints, Pt.II

Ross Jackson and I are joined once again by Maddy Hudak as we get caught up with the Saints with six games remaining in the regular season. Saints fans expected struggles, but what can we really make of the Who Dats at 5-6? What can the team do with Taysom Hill under center, and can the Saints right the ship at home against the Cowboys?

Hi/Lo with The Dean: No Vaseline

The New Orleans Pelicans are 1-9. What, you thought we were going to let that slide?