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The Sports Gloss with Justin & Jamaal

Pickle!

Ep. 53

(0:14) - O.J. Simpson post mortem


(5:32) - Jamaal's kids's first sleepover at their friends' houses and we reminisce about our sleepover experiences

(12:23) - Additional "Drafted" stories


(17:34) - Tennis vs. Pickleball


(25:34) - Q&A with J&J: What's the worst sports injury you've ever suffered?


(33:30) - NCAA Basketball: South Carolina finishes undefeated, Looking ahead to the WNBA season, UConn continues their dominance, Danny Hurley's antics, Analyzing Zach Edey's NBA potential


(50:15) - NBA: Johntay Porter lifetime ban, Play-in game thoughts, Blake Griffin retires, Chauncey Billups and Vince Carter are elected to the Hall of Fame


(1:12:41) - NHL: Hart Trophy Race and Looking ahead to the playoffs


Notes and Corrections:


Music Mood Board:


Alternative Episode Titles:

  • Sleepovers!
  • Like Willie Wonka
  • Cat-like reflexes


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Hosts: Justin Kelly and Jamaal Cox

Producer: Jamaal Cox


The Sports Gloss on Instagram: @thesportsgloss


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