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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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57:44

Rising to the Occasion with Howard Beck

Hear District ·

2025/11/25

Longtime NBA journalist, Howard Beck, joins Marques and Kris Johnson on Hear District to talk all things Milwaukee Bucks, from Ryan Rollins' unbelievable evolution to Doc Rivers' evolving system and Giannis Antetokounmpo's legendary leadership.But first, Beck reflects on what he learned from covering Kobe and Shaq in L.A. and how it influenced his future coverage. They dive into what makes Giannis a unique superstar, how the Bucks are adapting in his absence, Myles Turner finding his rhythm and

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69:15

Switchin' It Up with Nekias Duncan

Hear District ·

2025/11/18

Nekias Duncan of The Dunker Spot Podcast joins Hear District to break down the Milwaukee Bucks' evolving defense, 3-big lineups and what they've learned from Kevin Porter Jr.'s absence. They dive into AJ Green’s importance, surviving the non-Giannis minutes and what “simplifying” the Bucks’ defense really looks like, from rebounding margins to switching schemes & zone defense. Plus, MJ peels back the curtain on Giannis' recent interactions with Jason Kidd, his maturity this season, how his MVP

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79:40

The Rise of Ryan Rollins with Dan Devine

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2025/11/10

Marques and Kris Johnson sit down with Dan Devine of Yahoo Sports to break down the Milwaukee Bucks’ early-season surge — and how Ryan Rollins went from three teams in three years to one of the NBA’s most surprising storylines. They dive into his breakout, future role, how he fits when Kevin Porter Jr. returns, and what comes next in his development.Dan offers a national perspective on Milwaukee’s depth, the Rollins–Cole Anthony backcourt, the Giannis–Myles Turner connection, Bobby Portis’

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33:37

Giannis' Path to MVP with Zach Lowe

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2025/11/04

Renowned podcaster & columnist, Zach Lowe joins Marques & Kris Johnson on this week's episode of Hear District to dissect the Milwaukee Bucks' hot start to the season, Giannis Antetokounmpo's path to a third MVP trophy and the team's Playoff possibilities in a wide-open Eastern Conference.But first, they discuss the untraditional path that led Zach to NBA coverage and how his New England roots inspired his love of the game. They dissect the criteria for MVP, and why Giannis has as good a chance as

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94:15

Emotional Basketball with Shea Serrano

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2025/10/28

On this week’s Hear District, Marques and Kris Johnson are joined by 4× New York Times bestselling author Shea Serrano to talk about his new book Expensive Basketball, why he dedicated a chapter to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 2021 NBA Finals run, and how emotion drives the game. The crew also debates the Mount Rushmore of basketball movies, writing techniques, and share stories from their respective basketball journeys, including run-ins with Michael Jordan, Reggie Miller and Denzel Washington.Before

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53:24

Heart & Hustle with Bobby Portis

Hear District ·

2025/10/21

Bobby Portis joins Hear District ahead of the 2025-26 season to talk Bucks basketball, leadership, and life. The fan-favorite forward opens up about his journey from Little Rock to Milwaukee — and the lessons that shaped his game, mindset, and purpose. He shares how being raised by a single mother and grandparents fueled his drive, how early NBA challenges built his resilience, and what made Milwaukee the perfect fit when he joined the Bucks in 2021 — including the story of how he personally called

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79:28

Kuz Control with Trainer Clint Parks + Bucks...

Hear District ·

2025/10/14

In this week's episode of Hear District, Marques & Kris Johnson break down the Milwaukee Bucks’ first preseason games — spotlighting Doc Rivers’ new system, defensive energy, and early standouts like Ryan Rollins, AJ Green, and Kevin Porter Jr. They also touch on Giannis' response to recent rumors, why they both had a chip on their shoulders as players, and more. Then, Kyle Kuzma’s trainer, Clint Parks, joins to share his journey, training philosophy, and insight from working with Kawhi Leonard

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64:51

Bucks Training Camp Buzz + State of the WNBA w/...

Hear District ·

2025/10/07

Marques Johnson and Kris Johnson break down Milwaukee Bucks training camp on this week’s Hear District. They cover Giannis missing Media Day, Kevin Porter Jr.’s role leading a deep guard rotation, Kyle Kuzma’s revamped shot diet, and how the Bucks’ playstyle could evolve this season. The guys also debate whether Milwaukee has the NBA’s best trio of bigs and who’s likely to make the final roster. Later, WNBA & Big Ten analyst Shimmy Miller joins to unpack Napheesa Collier’s fiery comments about WNBA

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76:55

Bucks' Next Chapter w/ Eric Nehm + #BucksPodFest w/...

Hear District ·

2025/09/30

On this episode of Hear District, Marques & Kris are joined by Bucks insider Eric Nehm to preview Milwaukee’s thrilling 2025–26 season. They dive into how a faster pace, more 3-point shooting, and a revamped guard rotation could elevate the offense. They also discuss the team's ability to force turnovers at a higher rate, how defense will become a greater priority, and why Myles Turner is an excellent fit for the lineup. They also explore Giannis Antetokounmpo’s mindset entering the year, from his

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69:10

Bright Future Bucks w/ Evan Cohen + #BucksPodFest w/...

Hear District ·

2025/09/23

This week on Hear District, Marques & Kris Johnson welcome Evan Cohen (ESPN Radio’s UnSportsmanLike) to break down the Milwaukee Bucks’ under-the-radar outlook for the 2025–26 season. They discuss which offseason moves set the Bucks up for another 50-win run, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s EuroBasket bronze medal with Greece, and why he called it his greatest achievement. Evan also reflects on Kris’ UCLA days, the importance of draft position, underrated NBA teams that never won a title, and his journey

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57:10

Giannis' NBA ranking with Jason Timpf + 'Locked On...

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2025/09/16

This week on Hear District, Marques & Kris Johnson welcome Jason Timpf of Hoops Tonight to debate Giannis Antetokounmpo’s place among the NBA’s elite, what it would take for him to achieve his 3rd MVP, and why next season could be his best defensively. They also break down the Bucks’ 3-guard lineup and how it could shape Milwaukee’s success. Later, Justin Garcia & Camille Davis of Locked On Bucks join to kick off #BucksPodFest, sharing stories of their Milwaukee roots, the Bucks’ biggest X-Factor

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71:46

Is Giannis the Greek G.O.A.T? + Dog Days with Dave Koehn

Hear District ·

2025/09/09

This week on Hear District, Kris & Marques Johnson break down Giannis Antetokounmpo’s EuroBasket dominance, what it'll take for him to solidify himself as Greece’s basketball G.O.A.T., Thanasis Antetokounmpo’s return to Milwaukee and his impact on team culture. Radio voice Dave Koehn takes us behind the scenes of the Puppy Bowl with two of its stars… his French Bulldogs! He also discusses his favorite moment of the Bucks' 2024-25 season, Tony Bennett's NBA coaching prospects and more! MJ & Kris also

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67:11

Bucks' Boycott Anniversary with Jemele Hill

Hear District ·

2025/08/26

Award-winning journalist Jemele Hill joins Marques & Kris Johnson on Hear District for a wide-ranging conversation on sports, media, and culture. Jemele shares how her Detroit upbringing shaped her resilience, the challenges she's faced in sports journalism, and how social media and former athletes are transforming the industry. They revisit the Milwaukee Bucks’ 2020 bubble boycott, its impact on sports activism, and how the movement has evolved since. The trio also discusses when we might see the

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70:43

Fathers & Sons with Gary Trent Sr.

Hear District ·

2025/08/21

9-year NBA vet and MAC legend, Gary Trent Sr., joins Kris and Marques Johnson on Hear District, breaking down his son's path to the NBA, his first year in Milwaukee, how Doc Rivers recruited Gary Trent Jr. to the Bucks, and why the 3-guard lineup featuring GTJ dominated last season. But first, they discuss Trent Sr.'s difficult upbringing, how that shaped his professional life and how he found basketball. They dive into his NBA career, the shooting tips he imparted on Trent Jr. from playing with

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49:41

Beyond the Big Ticket with Kevin Garnett

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2025/08/12

MJ & Kris are joined by Hall of Famer, Kevin Garnett, for an epic episode of Hear District spanning his legendary playing career; from humble beginnings through his NBA journey & life after basketball. Garnett discusses the profound impact Bucks coach Doc Rivers made on his life on and off the court, his early impressions of Giannis Antetokounmpo and their experience training together, plus KG's newfound relationship with Bobby Portis, his impressions of the Bucks signing Myles Turner, and what it

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40:58

Taking the Next Step with Kevin O'Connor

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2025/08/05

Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo Sports joins Kris & Marques Johnson to analyze the Milwaukee Bucks' offseason moves and how it positioned them to contend in a wide-open Eastern Conference. But first, Kevin shares his reactions to the Bucks' signings, how Cole Anthony factors into the lineup, Giannis Antetokounmpo's place in 'Best Player in the World' debates, how Myles Turner fits in Milwaukee and adds an element of versatility, Point Giannis, the Bucks' potential new Starting 5 and how players like Kevin

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52:08

Horst's Savvy Summer & Marques Memories with Marc Stein

Hear District ·

2025/07/29

Legendary NBA journalist Marc Stein of The Stein Line joins Marques & Kris to talk through GM Jon Horst's busy offseason and the Bucks' place in the Eastern Conference. But first, they reminisce about what made Marques Johnson such a compelling player and how the NBA landscape has evolved since. They dissect lessons in modern teambuilding from the NBA Finals, Horst's splashy summer, the Myles Turner signing, Bucks' roster construction, Giannis Antetokounmpo's decision to play for Greece in

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49:59

Bucks' Fearless Frontcourt with Jorge Sedano

Hear District ·

2025/07/22

ESPN's Jorge Sedano drops by Hear District to discuss whether Milwaukee's new tandem of Giannis Antetokounmpo & Myles Turner give it the best frontcourt in the NBA. They also discuss the Bucks' place in an unpredictable Eastern Conference landscape, media perception of the Bucks' offseason moves, how Myles transforms Milwaukee's defense, Giannis' MVP possibilities and more. Later on, MJ and Kris break down Cole Anthony's fit with the Bucks, how his role in Milwaukee will set him up for success, and

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80:33

Point Giannis Possibilities + '70s Bucks & Achilles...

Hear District ·

2025/07/15

In this week's Hear District, Kris & Marques Johnson are joined by former Bucks Trainer & UCLA athletics legend, Tony Spino, to reflect on the '70s Bucks & understand why Achilles injuries are plaguing the NBA. But first, MJ & Kris react to Doc Rivers' latest comments and how he plans to unleash 'Point Giannis' next season. They assess how this plan could unlock core Bucks players like the newly re-signed Jericho Sims, Gary Trent Jr. & AJ Green. They also look at how Gary Harris can add to the team

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35:52

Bogoljub Bonanza & Building for Giannis with Zach Harper

Hear District ·

2025/07/01

Fresh off the 2025 NBA Draft, Zach Harper of The Athletic & SiriusXM NBA Radio joins Marques & Kris to discuss the 47th pick, Bogoljub Marković, & what his selection signals for the Milwaukee Bucks. They dissect his playstyle, how he fits with Milwaukee's core & how Bogi can follow in the footsteps of other great European players. They also react to post-draft comments by Bucks Assistant GM Milt Newton, analyze the best ways to build around Giannis Antetokounmpo, discuss a Bucks free agent class

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