Cousins with Vince Carter & Tracy McGrady

Fabolous joins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady on Cousins to look back on his rise in early 2000s hip-hop, the value of originality, and how the music industry has changed. Fab reflects on releasing his debut album on September 11, 2001, and how growing up in Brooklyn shaped his connection to hip-hop. He talks about how mixtapes helped build his career, the differences between promoting music through radio and magazines then and social media today, and why The Soul Tape is his favorite mixtape. He also shares stories about working with Lil Wayne, including their first studio session. Plus, Fab names the artists he’d like to hear explore their lyrical side, explains his approach to features, and discusses why artists need to keep evolving. Fab also opens up about his competitive mindset, his love for the New York Knicks, and Brooklyn’s influence on his style and identity. He names his five most influential Brooklyn figures, responds to 50 Cent’s claim that Jay-Z never dominated a hip-hop era, and explains why artists should build a brand beyond music. He also talks about starting the podcast Let’s Rap About It. Then the roles reverse: Fab puts Vince and T-Mac in the hot seat, asking about their early NBA careers, entering the league straight out of high school, and Vince’s time at UNC. Chapters: 00:00 Intro01:26 Fabolous Joins Cousins03:04 Fabolous on Breaking Through in His Era of Hip-Hop09:45 Releasing His Debut Album on September 11, 200113:56 How Fabolous Got His Start in Rap18:23 Promoting Music Then vs. the Social Media Era20:36 The Art of Fabolous’ Mixtape Bars29:30 Working with Lil Wayne37:58 Xfinity Court Connections 48:35 Fabolous on His Competitive Nature50:47 Being a Knicks Fan57:25 How Brooklyn Shaped Fabolous59:30 Fab’s All-Time Starting Five of Brooklyn’s Most Influential Figures01:03:50 Biggie’s Interest in Signing Fabolous01:05:23 Fab Responds to 50 Cent’s Claim That Jay-Z Never Dominated an Era 01:10:34 Navigating the Business Side of Hip-Hop 01:12:27 Fab Interviews the Cousins 01:16:59 Young Artists Seeking Guidance  01:22:43 Fab Asks About the Cousins’ Early NBA Careers & Vince’s UNC Days 01:31:35 How Fabolous Got Into Podcasting  01:37:18 Fabolous Confirms New Music Is On The Way 01:38:27 Wrap Follow Cousins on Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinceandtmac/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vinceandtmac X: https://x.com/VinceAndTmac Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VinceAndTMac/ Much love to our sponsors: Xfinity: Xfinity Shield is your defensive line at home and online with built-in WiFi protection features. Detect motion with your Xfinity Gateway, no cameras needed. Plus, your devices are protected from threats and risky sites the moment they connect. Get it now at xfinity.com/shield. https://www.xfinity.com/learn/deals/offers?cmp=BAC:NA:ACQ:BAUP:PRO:GEN:HIS:COM:DIG:wifishield:2377 Uncrustables: Enjoy an Uncrustables right when you want one Check out Get TO The Point with Terrell Owens & Chris Spencer:  The podcast where everyone gets to the point. T.O. and Chris get into sports, culture, comedy, entertainment, hot takes and the conversations everyone is already having.  WATCH/LISTEN: youtube.com/@GTTPPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NBA on NBC family is in the building! Carmelo Anthony, Reggie Miller, and Jamal Crawford join Cousins hosts Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady for a roundtable full of hoops debates, stories, and laughs. The panel weighs in on who was toughest to guard in their prime, breaks down the mix of athleticism and fundamentals that makes a player special, and picks the one-on-one trait every hooper needs. They also talk about watching their sons find their own paths in basketball and react to the Knicks ending their championship drought. Mike Tirico pulls up for a visit, and Melo reveals how many suits he plans to bring to NBC telecasts this season. It’s a meeting of NBA on NBC family, all-time greats, and basketball minds—only on Cousins. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:05 Carmelo Anthony, Reggie Miller & Jamal Crawford Join Cousins 01:48 Who Was the Toughest to Guard in Their Prime? 10:24 The Perfect Mix of Athleticism and Fundamentals 14:01 Xfinity Court Connections: Picking a Teammate for 2-on-2 17:07 The One-on-One Skill Every Player Needs 22:27 Mike Tirico Drops by Cousins 25:55 The Panel Reacts to the Knicks’ Championship Run 31:43 Watching Their Sons Find Their Own Paths in Basketball 36:58 How Many Suits Will Melo Wear on NBC This Season? 37:57 Outro Follow Cousins on Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinceandtmac/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vinceandtmac X: https://x.com/VinceAndTmac Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VinceAndTMac/ Much love to our sponsors: Xfinity: Xfinity Shield is your defensive line at home and online with built-in WiFi protection features. Detect motion with your Xfinity Gateway, no cameras needed. Plus, your devices are protected from threats and risky sites the moment they connect. Get it now at xfinity.com/shield. https://www.xfinity.com/learn/deals/offers?cmp=BAC:NA:ACQ:BAUP:PRO:GEN:HIS:COM:DIG:wifishield:2377 Uncrustables: Enjoy an Uncrustables right when you want one ZipRecruiter: Post jobs for free at http://ziprecruiter.com/COUSINS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two-time NBA All-Star Antawn Jamison joins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady on Cousins to look back on his journey, from growing up in North Carolina and starring at UNC to a 16-year NBA career. Antawn shares how watching Michael Jordan sparked his love for basketball, how North Carolina’s pickup culture shaped his toughness, and becoming a top-five high school prospect before committing to UNC. He recalls the conversations that helped convince Vince Carter to commit to Chapel Hill, their freshman years together, pushing each other alongside Ademola Okulaja, and playing for Coach Dean Smith. Antawn takes Vince and T-Mac inside his decision to leave UNC for the NBA, the 1998 NBA Draft night trade that sent Vince to Toronto and Antawn to Golden State, and early struggles that made him question himself. He also looks back on his unforgettable first NBA matchup with Charles Barkley, joining the exclusive 20,000-point club, and battling fellow greats Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan. Antawn also reflects on his time with the Washington Wizards, explains why Gilbert Arenas was his favorite teammate, and shares what made their on-court chemistry so special. He and Vince then take it back to their UNC days—from Vince keeping the dorm floor on hip-hop all day to switching it up with R&B at night. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:30 Antawn Jamison Joins Cousins 02:42 How Antawn Fell In Love With Basketball 04:35 Pickup Basketball Culture In North Carolina 07:03 Becoming A Top-5 High School Prospect 10:22 Freshman Year At UNC 15:12 Playing Under Coach Dean Smith 22:16 T-Mac’s Experience Playing Pickup At UNC 25:34 The Deciding Factor In Going Pro 31:38 Xfinity Court Connections 36:15 Getting Traded For Vince On Draft Night 42:59 Vince & Antawn Going Through The NBA Together 44:40 Antawn’s First Few Years In The NBA 47:38 Playing In Washington 53:14 Playing With A Young LeBron James 54:54 Playing With Kobe Bryant 57:04 What Antawn Is Most Proud Of From His Career 58:38 Being Part Of The Decision To Hire Coach Michael Malone 01:03:28 Vince & Antawn Share Their College Stories 01:05:29 What Antawn Would Tell His Younger Self 01:07:17 Why Gilbert Arenas Was His Favorite Teammate 01:10:26 Wrap Up Follow Cousins on Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinceandtmac/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vinceandtmac X: https://x.com/VinceAndTmac Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VinceAndTMac/ Much love to our sponsors: Xfinity: Xfinity Shield is your defensive line at home and online with built-in WiFi protection features. Detect motion with your Xfinity Gateway, no cameras needed. Plus, your devices are protected from threats and risky sites the moment they connect. Get it now at xfinity.com/shield. https://www.xfinity.com/learn/deals/offers?cmp=BAC:NA:ACQ:BAUP:PRO:GEN:HIS:COM:DIG:wifishield:2377 Check out Get TO The Point with Terrell Owens & Chris Spencer:  The podcast where everyone gets to the point. T.O. and Chris get into sports, culture, comedy, entertainment, hot takes and the conversations everyone is already having.  WATCH/LISTEN: youtube.com/@GTTPPodcast Uncrustables: Enjoy an Uncrustables right when you want one Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

xNBA legend Lou Williams joins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady on Cousins to discuss his 17-year NBA career, Sixth Man legacy, and the story behind “Lemon Pepper Lou.” Lou Williams reflects on growing up between Memphis and Atlanta, where baseball was his first love before basketball took over. He shares the people who helped keep him on the right path, his rise into a nationally recognized prospect, and why staying loyal to his high school mattered so much. Lou also looks back on watching Sebastian Telfair get drafted—a moment that made the NBA dream feel real—reveals why Georgia would have been his college choice, and opens up about entering the league at just 18 years old. Lou discusses winning three NBA Sixth Man of the Year awards, finishing as a runner-up four times, and why he believes he was overlooked for multiple NBA All-Star selections. He shares what he learned from Allen Iverson, Kobe Bryant and Kawhi Leonard, his friendship with Kawhi, and what went wrong for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2020 NBA Bubble. Plus, Lou talks about his passion for music, managing artist Akeem Ali, SGA, the Western Conference, Luka Dončić leading the Lakers, and whether an NBA championship or MVP holds more weight. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:26 Lou Williams Joins Cousins 01:56 The Story Behind “Lemon Pepper Lou” 05:44 Lou Williams’ Childhood & Basketball Beginnings 12:13 Maintaining Balance & Discipline Among His Peers 14:41 Choosing Loyalty Over Pace Academy 17:13 Deciding To Go Pro After High School 25:00 The College Lou Williams Would’ve Attended 26:42 The Challenges Of Lou’s Rookie Season 31:05 Embracing His Sixth Man Legacy 39:07 Learning From Kobe Bryant, Kawhi Leonard & Allen Iverson 42:07 Xfinity Court Connections 51:01 Managing Akeem Ali & His Passion For Music 56:40 Breaking Down The Western Conference 01:05:24 Breaking Down The Eastern Conference 01:06:47 NBA Championship vs. MVP 01:10:35 Wrap Up Follow Cousins on Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinceandtmac/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vinceandtmac X: https://x.com/VinceAndTmac Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VinceAndTMac/ Much love to our sponsors: Xfinity: Xfinity Shield is your defensive line at home and online with built-in WiFi protection features. Detect motion with your Xfinity Gateway, no cameras needed. Plus, your devices are protected from threats and risky sites the moment they connect. Get it now at xfinity.com/shield. https://www.xfinity.com/learn/deals/offers?cmp=BAC:NA:ACQ:BAUP:PRO:GEN:HIS:COM:DIG:wifishield:2377 Uncrustables: Enjoy an Uncrustables right when you want one ZipRecruiter: Post jobs for free at http://ziprecruiter.com/COUSINS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

YT DESCRIPTION: WNBA legend Tina Thompson joins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady on Cousins to discuss her Hall of Fame career, the Houston Comets dynasty, and helping build the foundation of the WNBA. Tina looks back on learning basketball alongside her older brother and how competing against older players built her confidence. She reflects on winning four championships with the Houston Comets, the WNBA’s early years, and why she waited until less than 48 hours before the draft to commit to the league. Tina also shares what it means to see the growth of the WNBA today. Tina reveals why her first championship was the most memorable and why the Comets’ third title, dedicated to teammate Kim Perrot during her battle with cancer, remains closest to her heart. She also discusses Sheryl Swoopes, scouting for the Portland Trail Blazers, her relationship with Damian Lillard, and the story behind her signature red lipstick. Plus, Tina weighs in on the 2026 WNBA championship and MVP conversations, including A’ja Wilson, Olivia Miles, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese. She reflects on Candace Parker entering the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, shares her thoughts on JuJu Watkins and Jazzy Davidson, and shows her excitement about seeing the Houston Comets return to the WNBA. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:22 Tina Thompson Joins Cousins 02:03 Tina Thompson’s Introduction To Basketball 08:49 Gaining Confidence Playing Against Older Guys 13:08 The Moment Her Brother Validated Her Game 14:58 The Houston Comets Dynasty 23:34 Building The WNBA From The Ground Up 25:40 Deciding To Join The WNBA 29:14 Watching The Growth Of The WNBA Today 34:20 Xfinity Court Connections 36:55 Winning Four Championships With The Houston Comets 38:25 Losing Kim Perrot To Cancer During A Championship Run 42:05 Sheryl Swoopes’ Iconic Era 43:39 The Houston Comets Return 44:17 The Story Behind Tina Thompson’s Signature Lipstick 50:51 2026 WNBA Championship Contenders 53:28 Tina Thompson’s WNBA MVP Candidates 56:59 Watching Candace Parker Enter The Hall Of Fame 58:19 Thoughts On JuJu Watkins & Jazzy Davidson 01:01:41 Wrap Up Follow Cousins on Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinceandtmac/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vinceandtmac X: https://x.com/VinceAndTmac Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VinceAndTMac/ Much love to our sponsors: Xfinity: Xfinity Shield is your defensive line at home and online with built-in WiFi protection features. Detect motion with your Xfinity Gateway, no cameras needed. Plus, your devices are protected from threats and risky sites the moment they connect. Get it now at xfinity.com/shield. https://www.xfinity.com/learn/deals/offers?cmp=BAC:NA:ACQ:BAUP:PRO:GEN:HIS:COM:DIG:wifishield:2377 Uncrustables:  ZipRecruiter: Post jobs for free at http://ziprecruiter.com/COUSINS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices