Pure Thoughts


        The New York Knicks have become one of the great stories of the NBA season.  But due to COVID, the hysteria that would normally engulf Madison Square Garden has been muted.   What hasn't been muted is the passion of Knicks fans for their overachieving team.  Barry Sacks and Michael "MJ" Jackson are former colleagues at ESPN who are great examples of the highly intelligent New York basketball fan.  In this episode of Pure Thoughts, MJ and Barry join dejected Celtics fan Bruce Bernstein for a deep dive into what makes this Knicks team unlike any other in recent years.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
      

S E9: Pure Thoughts: Knicks fans Barry Sacks & Michael Jackson


        Hall of Famer Spencer Haywood is one of the most significant figures in American sports history. He was born into poverty, working in the cotton fields of Mississippi until he left as a 14 year old in 1964 and went to live with his brother in Detroit. What followed was a legendary career as a 1968 Olympic gold medalist, ABA superstar, NBA All Star, and member of the 1980 Lakers championship team. But the road to success was challenging and the word "hardship" became forever associated with his name. Listen as he describes his journey and the indelible mark he left on the NBA and how his courage allowed future generations of players unprecedented opportunities.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
      

S E2: Pure Thoughts: Spencer Haywood


        In the first episode of "Pure Thoughts," the late Hall of Famer Dennis Johnson tells us in his own words the secrets of his success.  "DJ," who passed away in 2007 became a household name in the basketball world when he led the 1979 Seattle Sonics to the NBA Championship and was named the NBA Finals MVP.   He would go on to win two more NBA Championships as a member of the 1984 and 1986 Boston Celtics.  His lockdown defense, clutch play, hard work, and intelligence made him a fan favorite in Boston and the player that Larry Bird called his "favorite" teammate.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
      