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Hear District

Bucks legend Marques Johnson teams up with his son and 1995 NCAA champion, Kris Johnson, to lead a weekly conversation with insight from the biggest names in basketball while answering burning questions from fans, all focused on the Milwaukee Bucks.

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60:45

2025 Bucks Draft Deep Dive with Rafael Barlowe

Hear District ·

2025/06/24

Rafael Barlowe of NBA Big Board joins Kris & Marques Johnson to preview the 2025 NBA Draft & the Milwaukee Bucks' many options with the 47th pick. But first, they look back at Rafael's extensive pre-draft scouting of Tyler Smith & Ryan Rollins, discussing what the young duo can accomplish in the NBA. They also dive into some potential second-round & undrafted targets for Milwaukee, how Giannis Antetokounmpo's mental approach set him apart from elite prospects, the advantages of being an underdog,

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38:27

50 Years of the Wooden Award, Bucks Buzz & Don...

Hear District ·

2025/06/17

Marques Johnson & his co-host/son, Kris highlight 50 years of the Wooden Award with a special episode of Hear District from the L.A. Athletic Club, where they reflect on the legendary coach's legacy, philosophies & his impact on a young MJ at UCLA, inspiring him to become the first ever Wooden Award winner. They also discuss Giannis' proposal of a U.S. vs. the World All-Star game, his trip to Brazil & what his offseason signals to Milwaukee so far, plus some buzz from around the team. In light of

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58:27

Zero Chill with Gilbert Arenas

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2025/06/10

Agent Zero joins Hear District as Marques, Kris & Gilbert Arenas dive into his influence on Damian Lillard & a generation of No. Zeroes in the NBA. Gil shares lessons from Kobe Bryant & Ray Allen's workouts, why he slipped to the second round and his advice for the Milwaukee Bucks' second-round picks. He shares hilarious stories of meeting MJ's son & his Gil's Arena co-host, Josiah, a turn of events at the 2001 NBA Draft Combine, his place in Arizona basketball history, Gil's entertainer mindset &

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46:12

Developing the Next Generation with Olin 'The Guard...

Hear District ·

2025/06/03

NBA & WNBA Skill Development Coach Olin Simplis joins Marques & Kris Johnson to discuss player development, including a key adjustment that could aid Giannis Antetokounmpo’s evolution, his training philosophies, and offseason focus areas for several Young Bucks. Known as 'The Guard Whisperer' for his work with MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Simplis also breaks down the growth of players like AJ Green, Ryan Rollins, and Kevin Porter Jr. The trio shares stories of NBA stars — including four of the five

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30:20

Past, Present & Future with Ice Cube

Hear District ·

2025/05/27

The iconic Ice Cube joins Hear District to discuss what another title in Milwaukee would mean for Giannis Antetokounmpo's legacy, how he'd perform in Cube's BIG3 league, whether WNBA stars like Caitlin Clark could play in the 3-on-3 league, and much more. He answers the age-old question… 'Did Ice Cube really mess around and get a triple-double?' after diving into his split from N.W.A., "No Vaseline," infusing L.A.'s culture in his music, and the 35th anniversary of his solo debut, "Amerikkka's Most

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38:15

Giannis' Place in NBA History with Chris 'Mad Dog' Russo

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2025/05/20

Legendary sports-talk host Christopher 'Mad Dog' Russo joins Marques and Kris to dish his hottest takes on Giannis Antetokounmpo's future, his place among the all-time greats, whether the Marques-era Bucks would win a championship today, and more. They also talk about Mad Dog’s love for the Packers, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s coin-flip arrival in Milwaukee, whether the NBA Draft Lottery is broken, why modern players wouldn't survive in the '70s NBA, and First Take host's Stephen A. Smith’s possible 2028

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31:37

Giannis' Big Summer with Dave McMenamin & Jamal Collier

Hear District ·

2025/05/13

ESPN NBA reporters Dave McMenamin and Jamal Collier join Marques & Kris on Hear District this week to filter through the noise surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo's summer and explore how the Milwaukee Bucks can best build around him moving forward. They dive deep into Giannis' relationship with Bucks GM Jon Horst and how that dynamic could shape the Bucks' offseason plans, including potential strategies to unleash 'Point Giannis' and set him up for an MVP campaign. They also compare Milwaukee's

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80:48

Bucks' Season in Review with Eric Nehm

Hear District ·

2025/05/06

As the Milwaukee Bucks’ season comes to an end, The Athletic’s Eric Nehm joins Marques and Kris Johnson on Hear District to look back at some of the top moments of the year, dissect what went wrong in the first round vs. Indiana, detail how the team can maximize the roster around Point Giannis, and highlight where the Bucks go from here. Stick around for a deep dive into listener-submitted questions in Marques’ Mailbag. But first, they cover which young Bucks could take the leap next season, which

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45:06

Certified Ball Knowers with Nekias Duncan

Hear District ·

2025/04/29

This week on Hear District, Marques and Kris Johnson are joined by NBA Twitter legend slash X and O guru, Nekias Duncan. Duncan is the co-host of the Dunker Spot podcast and goes deep on what is working and not working for the Milwaukee Bucks in their playoff series against the Indiana Pacers. After reflecting on the tragic injury to Damian Lillard and how it will impact the series, the three of them look at the dominant play of Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo and the other line-ups the Bucks

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65:30

Game 1 Reaction and Keys to the Series (Ep. 59)

Hear District ·

2025/04/22

It's playoff time on Hear District and for Marques that means it's the time for superstars to shine. He recalls his mentality when playing against the biggest stars of his era in the playoffs, and how it brought out the best out of him as a player. When Kris asks him about the rivals he competed against, Marques shares a hilarious story about the subtle way that Dr. J would try to get the advantage on him by taking him out to lunch before games. Marques and Kris then break down their takeaways from

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37:02

A New Rivalry? Hear District's Playoff Preview (Ep. 58)

Hear District ·

2025/04/15

The regular season is a wrap, and Marques & Kris Johnson are here to break down the Milwaukee Bucks’ epic end-of-season winning streak! From Giannis Antetokounmpo’s historic season and elite passing to Kevin Porter Jr.'s breakout performances, they dive deep into how key players like Bobby Portis and Ryan Rollins are impacting winning. Plus, Marques and Kris focus on Giannis' unselfish play and how he's empowering teammates in About That Action. For more, follow @bucksplusaudio — the official

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58:12

Day Ones with Baron Davis

Hear District ·

2025/04/08

This week on the Hear District podcast, Marques & Kris Johnson are joined by 2-time All-Star & LA hoops legend Baron Davis to reflect on his basketball career and debate whether certain NBA stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo can transcend the eras they played in. First, they highlight Baron's place as one of the all-time great L.A. point guards, playing with Kris at UCLA and Baron's NBA career. Baron then makes an impassioned case for why Marques should be in the Naismith Hall of Fame. They also

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31:31

Face of the League with Roy Wood Jr. (Ep. 56)

Hear District ·

2025/04/01

Comedian and actor Roy Wood Jr. joins Marques & Kris on Hear District to debate whether Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo should be the face of the NBA. But first, they discuss the surprising inspiration behind Roy's new Hulu comedy special, Lonely Flowers and the titles for the special that didn't make the cut. They also dive into the story of Jackie Robinson, and the implications of him being chosen to break the MLB's color barrier. Then, they get into the hottest topics in the NBA

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44:48

Remembering Junior Bridgeman with Paul Pressey and...

Hear District ·

2025/03/25

This week, Marques & Kris Johnson are joined by MJ’s former Bucks teammates, Paul Pressey & Dr. Lloyd Walton, to reflect on the life and legacy of the great Junior Bridgeman, who tragically passed away on March 11, 2025. They highlight what they hope people will take away from his story, share memories that highlight the quality of his character, recall his impact as a player, and detail his influence on player empowerment at every stage of his professional life. They spotlight Junior Bridgeman’s

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49:16

Behind the Scenes with Doc Rivers (Ep. 54)

Hear District ·

2025/02/25

Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers joins Hear District to talk all things Bucks, how he plans to integrate new and younger players, and pushing the team to unlock its full potential. But first, he tells Marques & Kris what really happened when Tim Duncan nearly signed with the Orlando Magic. Then, Marques & Doc reflect on their battle between the Bucks & Atlanta Hawks in the 1984 NBA Playoffs. Finally, Doc gives his perspective on the 2025 NBA All-Star game, reflecting on an experience with

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53:59

Making 'The Damian Lillard Story' with Chris Haynes...

Hear District ·

2025/02/18

Senior NBA Insider, Chris Haynes, joins Marques & Kris on Hear District to discuss his new Behind The Bucks podcast series 'The Damian Lillard Story,' presented by Gallagher, available NOW on all podcast platforms! Chris opens up about his relationship with Dame, dating back to the early days of their respective careers in Portland, and his inspiration for the four-part documentary series produced by Bucks+ Audio. Shifting gears, Chris reveals the details of a phone call he got from Rich Paul when

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48:39

Exclusive interview with Kuz and trade deadline...

Hear District ·

2025/02/11

After an action packed trade deadline, Marques Johnson and Kris Johnson are here to break it all down on the Hear District podcast. The show begins with Marques' exclusive interview with Kyle Kuzma. Then, Marques and Kris dive into Kuzma's career, skill set and background. In About That Action, MJ & Kris highlight Kuzma's exceptional footwork, shooting ability and transition offense from his recent 30-point game in Minnesota. They also give Khris Middleton his flowers, dissecting his clutch gene and

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68:40

Dame's Call to Greatness with Steve Novak (Ep. 51)

Hear District ·

2025/02/04

Milwaukee's own, Steve Novak returns to Hear District for his latest takes and insights on the Bucks. He, Marques & Kris break down the team's impressive net rating in January and debate how they stack up in the Eastern Conference standings. They praise Damian Lillard's incredible week and how he felt 'freed' by a vital conversation with Vin Baker. Steve tells us which players on the Bucks' roster bring that 'dog element,' as they share stories of some of the toughest competition they crossed paths

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63:24

Episode 50: Out the Mud with George Hill

Hear District ·

2025/01/28

Marques & Kris welcome former Milwaukee Bucks point guard, George Hill, to learn about his life, Indiana roots and years with the team. He compares and contrasts his former teammates & all-time power forwards, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Tim Duncan, and shares who he would pick to be his teammate in a must-win game. He also discusses how close he was with his Bucks teammates, and his love for his time on the team and playing for the city. The show ends with an appreciation of the intricacies of Khris

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47:36

Episode 49: Setting the Record Straight with Brandon...

Hear District ·

2025/01/21

Milwaukee Bucks legend, Brandon Jennings, returns to Hear District to defend some of his blazing hot takes around the NBA. Brandon, Marques & Kris hold a Milwaukee Bucks vibe check, dive into Dame's impact on the team, give sharpshooter AJ Green a new nickname, break down Khris Middleton's legacy and more! But first, they define what 'soft' means in the NBA as Marques shares a hilarious story about defending Larry Bird. Brandon then defends his recent viral hot take about Jayson Tatum.For more,

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