How Dr. J Bridged the '70s to the Modern NBA With Jackie MacMullan | The Answer

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🗓️ 25 March 2022

⏱️ 51 minutes

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Chris and Seerat start the pod by sharing their reactions to the fight between Erik Spoelstra and Jimmy Butler during the Heat's loss to the Warriors on Wednesday night. They're then joined by The Ringer's own Jackie MacMullan to talk about her new podcast 'Icons Club.' They begin the conversation by detailing the necessary elements to be included in the prestigious group.(5:00) They then shift their focus to the legacy of Julius Erving and analyze the myriad of ways he impacted the history of the NBA and the Philadelphia 76ers franchise.(15:30) Next, they discuss some of the other players that exist on the periphery of the club's core legends like Isaiah Thomas, Giannis Antetokounmpo and in particular, Dwight Howard. (30:48) They wrap things up by acknowledging Dr. J's contribution to the modern player empowerment era and Jackie reveals how making 'Icons Club' has changed her perspective on basketball.(38:53) Hosts: Chris Ryan and Seerat Sohi Guest: Jackie MacMullan Production Assistant: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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