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Good Word with Goodwill
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He's opinionated, he's well-connected and he's rarely incorrect. Yahoo Sports' senior NBA reporter Vincent Goodwill invites you to see the light each week on his show, GOOD WORD WITH GOODWILL. Vincent's unconventional takes and troublemaking sense of humor will shepherd his listeners and well-known guests each week through his own original reporting on the NBA's biggest storylines and its most important cultural moments, both on and off the court. Come for the gospel. Stay for the good word.
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On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Dan Woike react to LeBron James’ groin injury and take a look at how accountability from JJ Redick and veterans like Markieff Morris have benefited James and the Los Angeles Lakers season.Next, Vince and Dan revisit the incident with LeBron and Stephen A. Smith an unpack how it is very difficult to cover Bronny James.Later, Vince and Dan break down the close MVP race between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic and if the Thunder or Cavaliers are more likely to reach the NBA Finals. (02:22) LeBron injures groin against Boston(08:00) JJ Redick doing a great job coaching(15:06) JJ Redick, Markieff Morris holding LeBron accountable(21:53) Lakers still playing great without Luka at his best(28:00) LeBron confrontation with Stephen A.(45:37) MVP Conversation(53:26) More Likely to Happen: Cavaliers or Thunder make it to NBA Finals 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Dan Titus react to the devastating news that Kyrie Irving will miss the remainder of the NBA season with a torn ACL.Vince and Dan then take a look at how LeBron James and Stephen Curry have reinvigorated the regular season with both the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors streaking heading into the postseason.Later, Vince and Dan make their picks for who should be in the MVP conversation before picking their choice for who will win most valuable player as well as defensive player of the year.(01:13) Kyrie Irvin out for the season with ACL tear(14:28) Lakers and Warriors reinvigorate regular season(19:14) LeBron’s stamina for wanting to be great(26:56) Steph Curry finding new life with Jimmy Butler(29:17) NBA Playoffs(42:00) NBA end of season awards Subscribe to Good Word with GoodwillApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Travonne Edwards unpack the Los Angeles Lakers success since acquiring Luka Doncic.Vince and Travonne then do a deep dive on LeBron’s comments about being the face of the NBA and if Jayson Tatum is capable of holding that mantle. They also discuss why young players entering the league may be reluctant to embrace attempts at being the face of the sport.Later, Vince and Tray take a look at the Cleveland Cavaliers excellent season and what is next for Kevin Durant with it appearing his time in Phoenix could be soon coming to an end.(01:48) Lakers rise to the No.2 seed in Western Conference(9:38) Face of the NBA(22:52) Kobe received a lot of scrutiny in Los Angeles(31:09) Younger players super equipped for NBA(40:44) SGA vs. Joker for MVP(42:49) LeBron 5th in MVP voting(45:05) Kevin Durant's future🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
Vincent Goodwill and Dan Titus react to Kevin Durant’s latest comments on a return to the Golden state Warriors.Vince and Dan then discuss if there’s any possibility Luka Doncic isn’t a Laker for long term and Anthony Davis’ belief that there is no chance no one knew about the trade before it took place.Later Vince and Dan then take a look at Paul George putting a pause on his podcast and why Jayson Tatum feels under appreciated.(01:48) Kevin Durant talks Warriors and his future(14:52) Any chance Luka doesn’t stay with the Lakers?(22:52) Anthony Davis doesn’t believe no one knew about trade(30:03) Paul George hits pause on his podcast(38:01) Jayson Tatum under appreciated Subscribe to Good Word with GoodwillApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
Vincent Goodwill and Bomani Jones do a deep dive on the criticism the NBA has received for the current style of play.Vince and Bomani then breakdown the Los Angeles Lakers victory over the Denver Nuggets and if their defensive effort will be sustainable in the playoffs.Later, Vince and Bomani praise Gregg Popovich and discuss what the Philadelphia 76ers should do with Joel Embiid.(01:13) PK Subban criticizes NBA players(04:47) NBA culture, style of play being heavily scrutinized(32:52) Lakers-Nuggets reaction(39:36) Potential matchups in NBA playoffs(52:29) Gregg Popovich out for season(53:19) Joel Embiid knee injury(57:07) Gregg Popovich the best coach ever? Subscribe to Good Word with GoodwillApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and the Boston Globe’s Gary Washburn reflect on NBA All-Star weekend and what the league and players need to do to make it worthwhile.Vince and Gary then give their picks for potential NBA Finals matchups including which series would be most chaotic and which would garner the largest amount of viewers.Later, Vince and Gary unpack why Anthony Edwards is so adamant about not being the face of the NBA. (01:34) San Francisco hosts All-Star weekend(05:08) All-Star format(22:23) Finals matchup you want to see most(23:45) Most likely Finals matchup(26:28) Finals matchup that will generate highest ratings(28:33) Finals matchup that would cause the most chaos(32:16) Anthony Edwards face of the NBA 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
Vincent Goodwill and Dan Titus discuss if Joel Embiid has a future with the Philadelphia 76ers following news he may need another knee surgery.Vince and Dan then give their thoughts on NBA All-Star weekend and if it can be saved.Later, Vince and Ice Young react to Kevin Durant clapping back at Ramona Shelburne and the latest news with Unrivaled.(1:39) - Joel Embiid Surgery(10:52) - Dallas Mavericks(14:31) - All-Star Weekend(21:21) - KD Claps back(33:31) - Breanna Stewart scoreless🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
Vincent Goodwill and Fred Katz discuss if the Los Angeles Lakers are a threat to win the Western Conference despite the Mark Williams trade being rescinded.Vince and Fred then breakdown how Jimmy Butler is already flourishing with the Warriors.Later, Vince and Fred take a look at Tee Morant being ejected from a Grizzlies game and which team had the best move before the trade deadline. (2:09) Lakers-Hornets trade rescinded(13:52) Lakers a threat to win the Western Conference(27:09) Jimmy Butler a seamless fit with Warriors(36:00) New York Knicks struggling to beat some top-tier teams(40:56) Tee Morant gets ejected from game 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
Vincent Goodwill and Amin Elhassan break down why Kevin Durant significantly impacted Jimmy Butler being traded to the Golden State Warriors and how the relationship with Durant and the Phoenix Suns is now fractured.Vince and Amin then discuss how the Los Angeles Lakers trading for Mark Williams is a sign they’ve handed the keys to the organization to Luka Doncic.Later, Vince and Amin pick their winners and losers from some of the notable trades that took place before the NBA deadline. (01:18) Kevin Durant's impact on Jimmy Butler trade(07:10) Kevin Durant's free agency(19:46) Jimmy Butler get his money from Warriors(31:27) Luka Doncic already influencing decisions for Lakers(50:03) Winners and losers from NBA trade deadline moves🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
Vincent Goodwill and Marcus Thompson unpack the groundbreaking trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers and Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks. Vince and Marcus discuss the pros and cons for both teams and how ownership of the Mavericks likely played a large part in the deal getting done.Next, Marcus points out the rumblings that a Kevin Durant return to the Golden State Warriors could be the help that Stephen Curry needs.Later, Vince and Marcus take a look at the De'Aaron Fox trade that sent the star guard to the San Antonio Spurs and Zach LaVine to Sacramento Kings. (01:39) What Luka-Anthony Davis trade really means (27:50) Where do things stand between Warriors and Jimmy Butler (31:12) Could Kevin Durant return to Bay area to play with Steph? (39:52) De'Aaron Fox forms new duo with Victor Wembanyama 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
Vincent Goodwill and Isis “Ice” Young react to reports that De’Aaron Fox could be departing the Sacramento Kings and possibly join Victor Wembanyama on the San Antonio Spurs ahead of the NBA trade deadline.Vince and Ice then discuss if Pat Riley is getting overlooked for his role in things going south between the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler.Later, Vince and Ice take a look at some of the major trades that took place in the WNBA.(1:00) De'Aaron Fox trade rumors(10:23) Pat Riley's role in Jimmy Butler drama(18:29) Bucks determined to improve roster(22:53) Amen Thompson shining bright in Houston(31:20) Multiple large trades in WNBA🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
Vincent Goodwill and J.A. Adande react to Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis comments that the team needs another big ahead of the trade deadline after Davis referenced the 2019-2020 championship team as an example of how he plays best as a power forward.Vince and J.A. then discuss if the Philadelphia 76ers should seriously consider trading for Jimmy Butler, even if it means potentially sending Paul George to Miami.Later, Vince and J.A. remember Kobe Bryant following the five year anniversary of his death.🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
Vincent Goodwill and Dan Titus react to Tuesday’s Phoenix Suns and Utah Jazz trade where the Suns added three additional first round picks. Will these be enough ammunition to trade for Jimmy Butler? They also discuss some interesting comments made by Scottie Pippen suggesting he could win six NBA championships with or without Michael Jordan and his belief that NBA general managers would choose him over LeBron James.Vince and Dan then take a trip down memory lane and reminisce on Kobe Bryant’s 81-point performance that happened on this day in 2006 against Toronto.Later, Vince and Ice Young express their appreciation for Cade Cunningham and Jalen Green’s relationship or lack thereof despite being tied to each other for much of their basketball lives. They also chat Jayson Tatum and Steve Kerr’s awkward encounter and why the Olympics may have had something to do with it.(3:05) - Suns preparing to move for Jimmy Butler?(14:55) - Scottie Pippen makes bold claims about LeBron, Jordan(21:20) - On this day in 2006: Kobe Bryant scored 81 points on Raptors(34:05) - Encouraging opening week for Unrivaled(40:00) - Cade Cunningham and Jalen Green’s on-court beef(45:10) - Jayson Tatum and Steve Kerr’s awkward moment Subscribe to Good Word with Goodwill on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41IZn4e🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Dkv6ij
Vincent Goodwill and former Knicks GM Scott Perry discuss whether or not several prominent teams in the NBA such as the Los Angeles Lakers, Denver Nuggets and Phoenix Suns should make a splash move ahead of the trade deadline or keep their rosters together.Vince and Scott also discuss if the Philadelphia 76ers should consider trading Joel Embiid.Later, the two react to Adam Silver's open admission that the league needs to address the current style-of-play due to the volume of three pointers across the sport. Closing out the show, Vince and Scott discuss the two most difficult trades Scott had to make in his career.(2:30) - Los Angeles Lakers(12:40) - Denver Nuggets(18:00) - Phoenix Suns(25:14) - Detroit Pisons(31:45) - Philadelphia 76ers(39:25) - Adam Silver's comments about the 3-point line(50:55) - What was the most difficult trade Scott Perry made?🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
Vincent Goodwill and Dan Titus react to the Denver Nuggets sluggish start this season and whether they should weigh a trade to bring Chicago Bulls star Zach LaVine to Denver.Vince and Dan then break down why the Sixers are so bad this season and Dan explains his reasoning for a full rebuild in Philadelphia…without Joel Embiid.Later, Vince and Ice Young react to Draymond Green’s reluctance for the Golden State Warriors to strengthen ahead of the trade deadline. Should the Warriors mortgage their future for one more title run with Steph and Draymond?(3:00) - Is Denver better with Russ in the starting lineup?(12:00) - Cavs staking their claim for best team in the NBA(19:30) - What’s going on with the 76ers?(28:00) - Time for Sixers to move on from Embiid?(36:00) - Draymond/Warriors giving up on season?(47:45) - Unrivaled league debuts Friday Subscribe to Good Word with Goodwill on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41IZn4e🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Dkv6ij
On today's episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent Goodwill is joined by The Ringer's Howard Beck as they do a deep on the latest with Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans. The two also preview what could be an underwhelming trade deadline and why the new CBA is stifling player movement across the league. Goodwill and Beck breakdown why it's unlikely the Phoenix Suns will be able to move on from Bradley Beal and why it's harder than it looks for the Miami Heat to move on from Jimmy Butler. The two also discuss if Chicago Bulls Zach LaVine could be on the move this trade deadline and which teams would even have the space make a move for the prolific scorer.The two end the show by revealing their official media member votes for this year's All-Star starters. While both have a few locks for each conference, Goodwill and Beck find disagreement on which guards should be starting for the East. (2:00) - Why Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans are headed for divorce (21:15) - The Suns might be stuck with Bradley Beal... and the same could be said for Jimmy Butler and the Heat(27:40) - Why the new CBA and old contracts are stifling player movement across the league (44:00) - Vinny and Howard reveal their 5 starters for each conference in their media members All-Star ballot Subscribe to Good Word with Goodwill on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41IZn4e🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Dkv6ij📢 Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuT
On today's episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent Goodwill is joined by Dan Titus and Ice Young to catch up on the latest NBA headlines regarding the Timberwolves, Knicks, Nuggets and Clippers.Titus and Goodwill start the show with a deep dive into the clear chemistry issues for the Minnesota Timberwolves, and pitch why Anthony Edwards needs to be more reckless. Then, they express concern for the New York Knicks showing signs of being word down early in the year. They also discuss the resurgence of the Denver Nuggets and debate if the Cleveland Cavaliers or the Oklahoma City Thunder are the best team in the NBA.To close out the show, Young and Goodwill discuss the expectations for Kawhi Leonard returning to the Los Angeles Clippers lineup. They discuss how his game could change and how he'll mesh with James Hard.(1:49) Timberwolves chemistry issues(12:19) Knicks are worn down(19:55) Westbrook and Jokic are cooking(23:38) Who's the best team in the NBA?(25:32) Kawhi returns
On today's episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent Goodwill is joined by three-time NBA champion and current agent BJ Armstrong to address the chaos surrounding the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler. They discuss his potential trade value, destinations for where he can land and what to expect following his suspension.Also on today's show, Goodwill and Armstrong reflect on Chicago Bulls legend Derrick Rose's career after he was honored by the team this past weekend. They additionally dive into how the NBA has changed, and what has negatively impacted the league.(6:46) The Jimmy Butler situation(29:01) Derrick Rose's career(45:33) How the NBA has changedSubscribe to Good Word with Goodwill on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41IZn4e🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Dkv6ij📢 Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuT
Vincent Goodwill and The Athletic’s Sam Amick react to the Sacramento Kings firing Mike Brown after a 13-18 start. Amick breaks down why he was fired and how De’Aaron Fox might have had a role in the decision.Vince and Sam then break down what the Golden State Warriors can do to improve their roster ahead of the trade deadline and why it might be time to part ways with their young pieces, including Jonathan Kuminga.Later, Vince and Sam celebrate LeBron James’ 40th birthday! Can he still be a major piece in a title contender? Who will be the faces of the NBA once LeBron and Steph retire? (0:30) - Sacramento Kings fire Mike Brown(23:25) - Should the Warriors trade Jonathan Kuminga?(35:30) - Can LeBron still win a title at 40?(43:40) - Who will be the faces of the NBA after LeBron & Steph retire? Subscribe to Good Word with Goodwill on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41IZn4e🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Dkv6ij
Vincent Goodwill and The Athletic’s James Edwards react to Karl-Anthony Towns’ fast start in New York and whether or not the Knicks can translate this into playoff success.Vince and James then break down Detroit Pistons F Cade Cunningham’s spectacular season so far and if he deserves his first NBA All-Star selection.Later, Vince and James chat possible trade destinations for The Last Word, including potential suitors for Zach Lavine and why Golden State could be the perfect fit for Jimmy Butler. (1:52) - Karl-Anthony Towns continues fast start in New York(14:55) - Mikal Bridges breaks through slump with strong December(22:22) - Is Cade Cunningham an All-Star?(35:35) - Potential suitors for Zach LaVine(40:50) - Can Jimmy Butler make a team a contender? Subscribe to Good Word with Goodwill on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41IZn4e🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Dkv6ij
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