Cousins with Vince Carter & Tracy McGrady

Derik Queen joins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady on Cousins to reflect on his rookie NBA season, the transition to the league, and the people and experiences that helped shape his journey.

Derik shares how LeBron James and James Harden inspired him growing up, what he learned playing alongside Cooper Flagg and Asa Newell on a stacked Montverde Academy team, and the conversations he and Flagg had about one day facing each other in the NBA. He also discusses adjusting to the physicality of the league, studying film to improve his game, and his goals heading into his sophomore season.

Queen opens up about how growing up in Baltimore shaped him, leaving home for high school basketball in Florida, and the close relationship he shares with his mother. He also talks about adjusting to NBA money, his longtime relationship with Under Armour, and the importance of remembering where he came from as his career continues to grow.

Plus, Derik reveals Shaquille O’Neal as his dream 1-on-1 matchup, shares his goal of opening a homeless shelter, and talks music with Vince and T-Mac, including the Baltimore rappers in his rotation.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

01:19 Derik Queen Joins The Cousins

01:31 Adjusting From High School & College To The NBA

06:17 What Inspired Derik Queen To Play Basketball

15:36 Playing On A Stacked Montverde Academy Team

23:30 Xfinity Court Connections

27:27 How Growing Up In Baltimore Shaped Him

30:26 Growing Up Fast After Leaving Home

32:35 Derik Queen’s Close Relationship With His Mom

35:04 Biggest Adjustment To Making NBA Money

36:30 Goals For Elevating His Game In Year Two

40:40 NHTSA Game Changing Decisions

43:42 Dream 1-On-1 Matchup

46:41 Derik Queen’s Passion To Open Homeless Shelter

49:23 Baltimore Rappers In Derik’s Rotation

53:01 Wrap Up

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Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell joins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady on Cousins to discuss his evolution as a player, Cleveland’s championship expectations, and the mindset driving him as he enters his 10th NBA season.

Donovan reflects on the Cavaliers’ Eastern Conference Finals run, why he still wants Game 1 back, and how the playoff sweep has fueled his offseason preparation. He explains how positive affirmations have strengthened his mindset, what he’s adding to his game, expectations for Evan Mobley, and building chemistry with James Harden. Donovan also shares how former teammate Mike Conley helped shape him into a veteran leader.

Donovan looks back on his historic 71-point game against the Chicago Bulls, growing up around the New York Mets with dreams of playing baseball, and choosing Louisville among 26 college offers. He also discusses mentoring Mikel Brown Jr., playing in the NBA Bubble, and why he hopes to play baseball after his NBA career.

Plus, Donovan opens up about marrying Grammy-winning singer Coco Jones, the pressure of writing his wedding vows, and finally getting an Instagram follow-back. He also sings lyrics from his favorite Coco Jones song and reveals the story behind his “Spida” nickname.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

01:03 Donovan Mitchell Joins The Cousins

01:21 Donovan on Love, Marriage & Coco Jones

04:38 Breaking Down the Cavaliers’ Eastern Conference Finals Run

14:57 Entering Year 10: How Donovan Has Evolved

17:47 Evan Mobley’s Next Leap & Teaming Up with James Harden

22:26 How a Positive Mindset Changed Donovan’s Game

29:45 The Night Donovan Dropped 71 on Chicago

36:08 Baseball Was the Original Dream

40:55 Choosing Louisville Over 26 Offers

45:12 Why Mentoring the Next Generation Matters

50:40 NHTSA Game Changing Decisions

53:53 Inside Donovan’s NBA Bubble Experience

58:34 Xfinity Court Connections

01:00:59 Giving Coco Jones Her Flowers

01:09:27 Wrap Up

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Bob Myers joins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady on The Cousins for an in-depth conversation about the pressure, people skills, and long-term vision required to build a championship organization.

The former Warriors executive shares his blueprint for creating a title-contending roster, including the traits he values in players and why the best organizations make difficult decisions without allowing emotion to take over. Bob also explains why honest communication between coaches and star players is essential, the challenges that come with a superstar potentially leaving your franchise, and how a front office begins rebuilding after several tough seasons.

Myers reflects on his unique path from NBA agent to front-office executive, what ultimately drew him back to an NBA front office, and the lessons he learned while helping build one of the league’s most successful eras. He also opens up about the impact he hopes to leave on the game and how he wants to be remembered beyond wins and championships.

Plus, Vince, T-Mac, and Bob break down Philadelphia’s massive offseason after acquiring LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, debate the Golden State Warriors’ win total in FanDuel’s Pick a Side, and take on Xfinity Court Connections and NHTSA Game Changing Decisions.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

01:20 Bob Myers Joins The Cousins

07:32 The Blueprint for Building a Championship Roster

13:39 Why Coaches Need Honest Conversations With Their Stars

18:20 What Drew Bob Myers Back to an NBA Front Office

21:54 Breaking Down the Sixers’ LeBron James & Jaylen Brown Offseason

33:29 Making Executive Decisions Without Letting Emotion Take Over

39:57 Bob Myers on Going From Agent to NBA Executive

43:08 FanDuel Pick a Side: Warriors Win Total

45:19 Navigating the Possibility of a Superstar Leaving

51:13 Xfinity Court Connections

54:03 NHTSA Game Changing Decisions

56:24 How to Rebuild After Difficult Seasons

59:41 How Bob Myers Wants to Be Remembered

01:00:58 Wrap Up

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YT DESCRIPTION: Tracy McGrady and Vince Carter reflect on an unforgettable Hall of Fame weekend for Amar’e Stoudemire. T-Mac shares what it meant to present Amar’e at the ceremony, while Vince looks back on his own induction experience and the emotions that come with being honored alongside the game’s all-time greats. The Cousins also pull back the curtain on the process of writing an induction speech and reveal the most challenging part of the entire weekend.

Then, Vince and T-Mac get into an interesting debate about what holds more weight in a player’s legacy: a regular-season MVP award or a championship ring. Has ring culture gone too far in today’s NBA conversation? The guys break down the difference between winning an MVP, a Finals MVP, and being the best player on a title team.

Plus, in Xfinity Court Connections, Vince and T-Mac draft current NBA players to create the starting five that would best complement their respective skill sets. From ball handlers and shooters to defenders and bigs, they build their ideal modern-day lineups.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Intro

01:17 Tmac presents Amar’e at the Hall Of Fame Induction

04:17 Vince remembers his induction

7:18 The Process of Writing the induction Speech

13:04 The Challenging Part of the Ceremony

20:33 Fan Duel Pick a Side Cuz- Houston Rockets

24:19 What Holds More weight: MVP of Championship Ring

26:42 Has Ring Culture gone too far?

32:11 Regular Season MVP or Finals MVP

34:24 XFInity Court Connections

42:44 NHTSA Game Changing Decisions: Smartest Financial Decision

47:38 Wrap Up

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Description:Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation about his Chicago roots, his development heading into next season, representing Lithuania, and the confidence he’s bringing into the next stage of his career.

Matas takes us back to growing up in Chicago and shares the basketball influences that helped shape his game, where his bounce and athleticism came from, and what it means to now suit up for his hometown Chicago Bulls. He also talks about representing Lithuania in FIBA and the expectations he has for himself heading into the upcoming season.

The conversation gets into the details of Matas’ offseason and the areas he’s focused on improving. That includes getting a chef to dial in his nutrition, add strength, and make sure his body is ready for the demands of next season. He also explains why he wants to bring more mid-range jumpers into his game—even if the coaching staff would rather see him stay away from them—and why he believes that shot can become another weapon in his offensive arsenal.

Away from the court, Matas tells us what he might be doing if basketball wasn’t his career and gets into the music that stays in his rotation. Growing up in Chicago clearly has an impact on his playlist, because when it comes to rappers, Matas isn’t exactly hiding his Chicago bias.

Plus, the crew debates the Chicago Bulls’ win total in Pick a Side, Matas talks about trash talking with Luka Dončić, opens up about his relationship with Kevin Durant, and much more.

CHAPTERS

00:00 — Intro01:53 — Representing Lithuania in FIBA08:55 — Growing Up in Chicago & Matas’ Basketball Influences12:26 — Matas Asks the Guys Where They Got Their Bounce?19:50 — Pick a Side: Chicago Bulls Win Total22:24 — Being a Chicago Kid & Playing for the Bulls25:20 — Expectations for the Upcoming Season31:00 — Building Strength & What Matas Worked on This Summer38:10 — What Would Matas Be Doing Without Basketball?42:54 — Matas’ Music Taste & His Chicago Rap Bias45:40 — Xfinity Court Connections50:11 — Game-Changing Decisions by NHTSA52:23 — Trash Talking With Luka Dončić56:28 — Matas’ Relationship With Kevin Durant

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