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Your go-to spot for the latest news, stories and analysis on Canadian basketball. Tune in every Tuesday for exclusive interviews and behind the scenes coverage on basketball in Canada. Hosted by Libaan Osman.
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On this week's episode, host Libaan Osman is joined by Oren Weisfeld to preview and breaks down Canadian senior men's national team roster for their second window of the FIBA World Cup qualifiers. They chat about their expectations for this window, the lack of point guard and big man depth on the roster and who they're expecting to have a huge role.
Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
Host Libaan Osman sits down with top Canadian prospects Paul Osaruyi and Lyris Robinson in Los Angeles, California after wrapping up competing at Basketball Without Borders at NBA all-star weekend. Osaruyi and Robinson share their journey into basketball, playing on the biggest stages in high school basketball in Arizona and their excitement ahead of suiting up for Canada this summer for the FIBA U-18 AmeriCup.Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
On this week's episode, host Libaan Osman answers listener questions on Montreal's Bennedict Mathurin getting traded to the Los Angeles Clippers, Jamal Murray's first NBA All-Star selection, Dillon Brooks' snub and Miles Sadler not making the McDonald's All-American Game. In the second half, he puts one of the new interns Canadian basketball knowledge to the test.NBA Draft Point's Canadian prospect identification form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeV0TnxdpeG8zxuEfIhKyRxyPyZTfeSPDRph0XEBxCLeN5lJA/viewformSocial media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
Host Libaan Osman is joined by longtime Toronto Raptors play-by-play voice Eric Smith, who talks about his new book "We The Raptors," behind-the-scenes to working broadcast in the NBA and the role of media. In the second half of the show, we pick our top 5 greatest Raptors and Canadian players of all-time. Who makes your top 5 lists? Let us know!Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
Host Libaan Osman is joined by one of the greatest Canadians to ever touch a basketball, Phil Dixon. The Toronto native talks what it was like being the top prospect coming out of Canada in the 1980s, how an injury cut short his dreams of playing in the NBA and what legendary high school basketball coach Bob Maydo meant to him and so many others.Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
With the NBA trade deadline right around the corner, host Libaan Osman is joined by NBA insider Michael Scotto of HoopsHype to discuss the Toronto Raptors interest in NBA stars Ja Morant, Anthony Davis and Domantas Sabonis and the team being in several trade rumours. On the second half of the show, William Lou of Hello & Welcome takes us through the state of the Raptors and lays out what the team should consider at the deadline.
Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
What are the names expected to take Canadian basketball by storm over the next few years? International freelance scout Alec Kichian of NBA Draft Point joins host Libaan Osman to break down his rankings of Canada's top players and why the next wave of talent might be considered the "Golden Generation."
Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
With the start of the new year, host Libaan Osman gives some of his hopes for 2026 for Canadian basketball and what the year might have in store. From Jamal Murray making his first NBA All-Star Game to asking for a better officiating culture in Canada — these our the wishes for the calendar year as well as big plans for the podcast.
Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
To end off 2025, host Libaan Osman is joined by the commissioner of the National Preparatory Association, Kavishan Pathmanathan, to discuss the state of prep school basketball in Canada. Is the prep school scene booming or is it lagging? We go into it all, plus his time helping build Fort Erie into a powerhouse program and how recruitment is changing for high school players.
Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
On this week's episode, host Libaan Osman is joined by Toronto Metropolitan University men's basketball head coach David DeAveiro to discuss the state of U Sports basketball and what the league needs to fix. The longtime coach, who just recently passed over 500 wins, gives his unfiltered thoughts on the lack of resources and how programs across the country are navigating the world of NIL. Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
Host Libaan Osman sits down to answer your questions on Canadian basketball and whatever related subjects. From Canadians dominating in the NBA, college basketball and high school standouts — this mailbag episode goes deep covering it all.Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
Two-time NBA champion Joel Anthony joins the show this week and shares some of his favourite stories from his run with the Miami Heat and his 10-year NBA career. Anthony also takes us behind-the-scenes to his role as co-owner and general manager of the Montreal Alliance of the CEBL, life as front office executive.Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
Ahead of the Canadian senior men's national team's game in Toronto, host Libaan Osman is joined by professional basketball player Kyle Wiltjer. The former McDonald's All-American and NCAA champion shares the story behind his return to Canada basketball after a little hiatus, what his role with the program might look like in the future. Wiltjer also shares his journey as a top recruit, playing for Kentucky, Gonzaga and the Houston Rockets to building a long-lasting overseas career now in Italy.
Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
On this week's episode, host Libaan Osman is joined by Villanova basketball star Jasmine Bascoe. The Canadian college talent talks about her start to to her stellar sophomore season, busy summer representing Canada on the world stage and the rich history and culture at Villanova. Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
What is like to be a strength and conditioning coach in the NBA for one of the most storied NBA franchises? Ajax's Kevin Wilson give us a behind-the-scenes look into his time with the Los Angeles Lakers and working with some of the greatest athletes in the world and his grind from Canada, to Okahloma City and now giving back to the next generation with the Canadian Basketball Performance Network.Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
Host Libaan Osman is joined by freelance sports writer Oren Weisfeld (recovering from a cold) to go through his new book "The Golden Generation: How Canada Became a Basketball Powerhouse." We chat about how racism played a role in the national team’s early struggles, why certain stars didn't play for the national team and where the Canadian basketball landscape stands now. In the second half, they select their dream 2028 L.A. Olympics roster for the Canadian senior men's team.Timestamp:
2:46 - Dissecting "The Golden Generation: How Canada Became a Basketball Powerhouse."
48:07 - Selecting our dream Canadian Olympic roster for L.A. 2028Get your copy of Oren's new book here: https://ecwpress.com/products/golden-generation
Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
With the college basketball season upon us, host Libaan Osman is joined by Santa Clara's Elijah Mahi, one of the top Canadians in the NCAA. Mahi talks growing up in Scarborough, grinding through junior college and his offseason work this past summer preparing for a featured role at Santa Clara, with hopes to get the program back to the NCAA tournament. Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
With the NCAA season right around the corner, host Libaan Osman breaks down and previews some of the top Canadians set to headline college basketball this year. He's joined by college basketball analyst and consultant Matthew Winick to go through potential future NBA draft picks, sleepers and players expected to have a big season in the NCAA.
Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
This week we travel to St. Bonaventure, New York for an exclusive sit-down interview with Canadian Frank Mitchell. The Toronto native has one of the craziest journey's to becoming an NCAA talent, beginning playing basketball about five years ago. He broke records at Humber College and is now one of the top Canadian big man in college basketball set to headline Mark Schmidt and Adrian Wojnarowski's St. Bonaventure's roster.Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
On this week's episode, Canadian NBA agent Mike Simonetta joins the show to take us the grind of becoming an agent, the business of the NBA and goes deep inside the NBA draft process. Now five years in the industry, Simonetta has over 20-plus clients in the league and overseas and is coming off a year where two of his players won an NBA championship and another was drafted in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft.Social media: Twitter: @TheCBSPodInstagram: @thecanadianbasketballshowTikTok: @CanadianBasketballShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCanadianBasketballShow Reach out to the show: thecanadianbasketballshow@gmail.com
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