Trae Young Gives the Real on Wemby, NBA All-Star Ballots, Lobs & Nutmegs, Plus NFL Playoffs

On the latest episode of "From the Point by Trae Young," recorded in partnership with Bleacher Report, NBA All-Star Trae Young and Winston discuss Trae's recent injury, NBA All-Star 2024, the inaccurate narrative around Trae, and talk about Trae's little brother Timothy. The co-hosts also discuss the best players they saw in high school, NFL players on the basketball court, March Madness and college memories, LeBron's record 40K points, and more. 

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On the latest episode of "From the Point by Trae Young,"  WNBA Star A'ja Wilson joins pod host Trae Young, and Young's co-host Winston, for an abbreviated-but-deep conversation on all-things hoop, Las Vegas Aces, and confidence. 

Wilson, who recorded this podcast with the guys while in Indianapolis for NBA All-Star 2024, specifically opened up about: the best part of the back-to-back WNBA Championships, her new book, the NBA Celebrity Game, getting a fourth place MVP vote, whether the Aces are a Dynasty, Usher serenading her, and plenty more. 

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On the latest episode of "From the Point by Trae Young,"  NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal joins host Trae Young, and Young's co-host Winston, for some motivational and legendary media and NBA conversation. 

Shaq, a four-time NBA Champion and long-time TV host, starts off the episode by giving the duo some tips about podcasting. Once Shaq’s done teaching, the legendary center best known for stints with the Orlando Magic, LA Lakers, and Miami Heat gives Trae his flowers and talks about his unlimited shooting range. From there, the trio talks about Shaq’s high school career, years at LSU, and the unanimous MVP that got taken away from him by one vote. Shaq also discusses losing his first Finals and the lessons he took from it, critiquing current players from a place of love, the best current NBA big men (shouts to Bol Bol!). Shaq goes on to talk with Trae and Winston about his three favorite guards (Steph Curry, Dame Lillard, and, yes, Trae) and shares some incredible Kobe “pitbull” Bryant stories.

Recorded in partnership with Bleacher Report. 

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On the third episode of "From the Point by Trae Young" recorded in partnership with Bleacher Report, two-time NBA All-Star Trae Young and Winston discuss the NFL Playoffs, scoring 10,000 career points, and the “best ever” potential of rookie Frenchman, Victor Wembanyama. The Hawks star guard and his friend also talk about the art of the alley-oop, nutmegs, and the place of the fan vote in the NBA All-Star ballot. The duo also talk about what the Atlanta Hawks need to do in the second half of the season.  

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On the latest episode of "From the Point by Trae Young,"  the second in conjunction with Bleacher Report, NBA Champion Michael Porter Jr. joins AAU Teammate-turned-friend Trae Young and co-host Winston for some introspective, honest, and raw conversation. 

MPJ, who recently won an NBA title with the Denver Nuggets, opens up about his back injury leading up to the NBA draft – one of the first times he has told the full story. Porter Jr. also discusses his teenage AAU team with Trae, which they consider the greatest ever. After that, the high-scoring forward dives into his Denver Nuggets team, where he talks about the title, MVP Nikola Jokic's love for horses, and what life has been like since winning the Championship. The duo also discuss workouts with Stephen Curry, the best passers in the NBA, and Luka Doncic. 

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On the first episode of "From the Point by Trae Young" recorded in conjunction with Bleacher Report, Trae and Winston discuss the LA Lakers, Indiana Pacers, and the NBA’s first-ever In-Season Tournament. Trae also gets real about the Atlanta Hawks' start to the season, what would have happened if he didn't get injured in the 2021 Eastern Conference Finals, and answers Twitter/X questions from fans. 

Recorded in December, 2023. 

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On the latest episode of "From the Point by Trae Young," NBA underground legend Lou Williams joins his former teammate Trae and FTP's co-host Winston for some incredible storytelling. 

Lou, who retired over the summer after 17 years in the NBA, shares some memorable moments from his life and career. He tells Trae what it was like to move from Memphis to Atlanta as a kid, and recalls an epic battle with Monta Ellis in high school. He goes into what it was like to be drafted to join his idol, Allen Iverson, on the Philadelphia 76ers, and what Kobe Bryant said to him before dropping 60 points in his final game. 

Williams also talks about a memorable interaction with Jay-Z, talks his biggest NBA regret, gives Atlanta Hawks star Trae his flowers, and opens up about why he finally decided to call it a career, retire, and become a full-time dad and music label exec. 

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On the latest episode of "From the Point by Trae Young," Trae and Winston recap a busy and eventful summer. 

The NBA star, Young, and Winston, his friend, talk about what it was like turning 25 recently, and how they each celebrated. Trae shares what it's been like to be back in Atlanta, spending time with his teammates, and what makes this year different. Then, Trae tells Winston about his experience working out with Steph Curry over the summer, as well as the viral summer runs that he participated in with Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Drake (on the sidelines) and more. Plus, Trae reveals how and why he became an owner in Major League Pickleball, and more!

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On the latest episode of "From the Point by Trae Young," comedian Funny Marco joins Trae and Winston for a one-of-a-kind conversation. 

Marco, a prolific YouTuber and content creator with over 2,000,000 fans on TikTok, shares hilarious stories about creating viral videos at Walmart, securing loans in multiple states, his first check from social media and plenty more. He also gets real about his background, how he's thought about his evolution, and where he wants to take his career next. 

Over the course of this 40 minute conversation, where Marco goes in and out of his character, the guest keeps Trae and Winston on their toes and creates plenty of memorable and awkward and can't-miss moments along the way.

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On the sixth episode of "From The Point" podcast by Trae Young, Lonzo "Zo" Ball pulls up and sits down with Trae and his co-host and friend, Winston. 

Ball, a former No. 2 overall NBA draft pick and six-year vet who is dealing with  a years-long knee injury, reflects on growing up in Chino Hills, playing at UCLA, being drafted by the hometown Los Angeles Lakers, learning from Rajon Rondo and LeBron James, lessons from Big Baller Brand, retooling his jump shot, what-ifs in Chicago, an ongoing injury and a pure love of hoops. Don't miss the ever-genuine Ball smile and talk for a camera for the first time in a long time. 

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