Mary Lou and Phyllis are back from a winter break and ready to talk all things basketball. A look at the women's Unrivaled league as it adds a fresh new chapter to the sport; how three pointers changed the game of basketball and a first half of the NBA season breakdown- surprises, breakout performances, and shifting contenders.

The Next Evolution of Basketball The OGs talk about Unrivaled, a women's pro basketball league spotlighting top talent in a fast-paced, player-first format that gives women hoopers more visibility and a bigger voice in the game. The Shot that Changed Basketball After a deep dive into the research, Mary Lou and Phyllis explore how the three-point shot became such a big part of basketball. NBA Highlights What's happening in the NBA today? The OGs talk about on-court trends and storylines shaping the league.

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College Hoops Lowdown. The OGs are checking into what’s been going on with men and women’s college basketball- rising teams and star players. The scoop, the stories and highlights get the spotlight.

Breaking Down Basketball “D” You have probably seen a variety of defenses used in any given game. Digging deeper, Mary Lou and Phyllis break down “D” in a way that’s simple, sharp, and just a bit sweet and spicy, showing how teams and players really lock in on various types of basketball defenses.

NBA Highlights Which team or player was the highlight of the week? Maybe more than one! Tune in to hear the OGs’ picks and guess who could be getting coveted fresh-baked goodies!

Podcast Programming Note: OGs Talkin’ Ball will be taking the next two weeks off and will return on January 7th! Happy Holidays to all!

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Level up: the NBA G League In this episode, the OGs dive into a discussion about the NBA G League - the league behind the league. It’s where hoop prospects sharpen their game, veterans fight for another shot, and new ideas/rules are tested before hitting the NBA spotlight. From player development to fast-paced competition, the G League is the proving ground that keeps basketball growing.

The Path of the Whistle-Blower A look at the world of NBA officiating uncovers what it truly takes to earn the whistle. From rigorous training to high-pressure decision-making, the OGs explore the skill, training, discipline and mindset behind becoming one of the league’s elite referees.

Chirp First; Challenge Later and Who’s Getting those Fresh Baked Cookies Mary Lou and Phyllis break down the art of NBA trash talk- those quick, sharp exchanges that fuel rivalries and momentum and answer questions about the coach’s challenge, the modern tool that lets teams dispute key calls and can shift the flow of a game. When all is said and done, the spotlight will shine on who deserves those yummy, fresh baked cookies.

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