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The Stop and Pop
Real coverage. Real conversations. Straight to your inbox. Welcome to The Stop and Pop, your home for Washington basketball and the DMV sports scene. Hosted by journalist Jarrett Spence, the podcast goes beyond the box score with Wizards and Mystics coverage, player and coach conversations, analysis, stories from behind the scenes, and conversations with the people shaping basketball in Washington. From game-day reactions to exclusive interviews and honest conversations, The Stop and Pop brings…
Episodes
The Stop and PopKyshawn George Talks During Postgame about Trae Young
Kyshawn George on what it’s been like to have a voice like Trae Young next to him on the bench, giving him tips This is a public episode. If you'd like to…
The Stop and PopTrae Young is a Wizard
Final thoughts on the Trae Young move. I’m hoping this works and it doesn’t stunt the growth of the young players This is a public episode. If you'd like to…
The Stop and PopRumors that Trae Young wants to be Traded to the Wizards
My thoughts on the Trae Young to Washington rumors This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus…
The Stop and PopWizards Newsletter: Washington beats the Orlando Magic 112-120 1/6/26
Wizards get the win 112-120. Alex Sarr had a big game with 23 points, eight rebounds and four blocks. Here are some insights highlights and postgame interviews…
The Stop and PopWizards Pregame Preview for tonight’s game against the Orlando Magic
The Wizards face the Orlando Magic tonight at Capital One Arena. Wizards will be without Kyshawn George. Both the Wizards and Magic are 5-5 over their last 10…
The Stop and PopCoach Keefe and Kyshawn George talking about Bub Carrington’s play lately
Bub Carrington was going through some struggles earlier in the season. He was trying to adjust to coming off the bench and playing point guard. Over the last…
The Stop and PopWizards Newsletter: Asking Jamir Watkins about how defense is different between the NBA and College
Jamir Watkins had a big game with career-highs of 15 points, eight rebounds, two blocks and three 3PT. I got to ask him the difference between playing defense…
The Stop and PopWizards Newsletter: Season Opener vs Bucks
Wizards fall to the Bucks 133-120 Season opener for the Wizards as they face off against the Bucks. They fall short 120-133 on the road. This was Khris…
The Stop and PopFive Burning Questions For the Wizards 2025-26 Season
Will Alex Sarr’s Shot Selection Stay Close to the Basket? Sarr has made an amazing effort on changing his game and being more assertive getting to the rim…
The Stop and PopWizards Newsletter: Preseason vs. Pistons
The Wizards close out their preseason in a 98-119 loss against the Pistons. Bub Carrington went down with a knee injury in the first quarter and the team…
The Stop and PopWizards Newsletter: Preseason vs. Knicks
The Wizards’ second preseason game resulted in a win over the Knicks, 120-103. A strong bounce-back game for the team, as they aim to build more chemistry…
The Stop and PopWizards Newsletter: Preseason vs. The Toronto Raptors
The Wizards fall to the Raptors 113-112 as the older brother of Alex Sarr, Olivier, scored an alley-oop off a lob from out of bounds. The game was down to the…
The Stop and PopWizards Newsletter: Alex Sarr has Two-Way Star Potential
Alex Sarr has been working on some things during his first NBA offseason. One of them is being more efficient with his touches on offense, working closer to…
The Stop and PopLeBron & Stephen A. Smith Confrontation, MVP Narrative, Tatum Overlooked by the League
Me and Gabe Lorenzo jumped on a podcast to talk about LeBron and SAS’s exchange about Bronny, who we think the MVP is, Jayson Tatum and more. This is a public…
The Stop and PopAsking JuJu Watkins and Kiki Iriafen if the WNBA should get rid of the Four-Year Rule for Entering the Draft
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The Stop and PopSGA MVP Narrative, Cavs are Contenders?, Bradley Beal to the Bench, D-Rose Jersey Retirement and Hall of Fame Chances
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The Stop and PopKyle Kuzma Talks About Recovering From His Rib Injury
Kyle Kuzma talks about rehabbing from his rib injury and how he felt tonight after taking some hard falls per Chase Hughes/X & Jarrett L. Spence…
The Stop and PopAsking Justin Champagnie about his Career Night
Justin Champagnie scored a career-high 31 points last night against the Knicks. He took the assignment of guarding Karl-Anthony Towns. I asked him what is it…
The Stop and PopAsking Alex Sarr and Coach Keefe about Sarr’s Short Roll Passing Ability
Alex Sarr dished out five assists in the game against the Charlotte Hornets, tying a career-high. I asked him and Coach Brian Keefe about his passing out of…
The Stop and PopLuka Doncic, Jason Kidd and Daniel Gafford Mavs Postgame 12/5/24
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The Stop and PopJordan Poole, Corey Kispert and Coach Keefe Postgame 11/27/24
The Washington Wizards lost to the Los Angeles Clippers 121-96. Jordan Poole returned after missing two games with a sore left hip flexor. He scored eight…
The Stop and PopAlex Sarr, Malcolm Brogdon and Coach Keefe Wizards Postgame 11/26/24
The Washington Wizards lose to the Chicago Bulls 127-108. The second pick of the 2024 draft, Alex Sarr scored 20 points which ties a career-high. He also…
The Stop and PopNBA Opening Night Reaction Part 2: Timberwolves vs. Lakers
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The Stop and PopNBA Opening Night Reaction Part 1: Knicks vs. Celtics
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The Stop and PopLakers May Have Struck Gold with Knecht Four
The Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason seemed more centered around Bronny James being drafted to play with his father. But, Dalton Knecht might be the steal of the…
The Stop and PopThe League is underrating Zach LaVine
I think a lot of people are forgetting how good Zach Lavine really is. ESPN dropped their new player ranking list and Zach is 74th. It’s no way 73 players are…
The Stop and PopMy Pick for the 2024-25 MVP is Anthony Edwards
My pick for MVP is Anthony Edwards Anthony Edwards didn’t have just an ordinary summer. He spent his in Paris winning Gold in the Olympics. Accepting a role…
The Stop and PopIs Caitlin Clark the 2024 Rookie of the Year and MVP
Caitlin Clark is putting up historic numbers in her rookie year, but is it good enough to join Candace Parker as the only WNBA players to win Rookie of the…
The Stop and PopSabrina Ionescu should be in the MVP Conversation
Let’s start giving Sabrina Ionescu her props. She’s balling this season! Looking like a MVP candidate this season This is a public episode. If you'd like to…
The Stop and PopWNBA Second Half of the Season. Standings and Who Will Make the Playoffs
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The Stop and PopWe need the Houston Comets back in the WNBA
The WNBA’s first dynasty, the Houston Comets ceased operations in 2008. They won the first four championships in the league and it’s about time the W brings…
The Stop and PopWho wins between the 1992 Dream Team and 2024 USA Olympic team?
Who do you think will win if we was able to set this game up? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to…
The Stop and PopTalking Sacramento Kings with Mark Haynes
I had the pleasure of speaking with Mark Haynes. Mark is a NBA journalist, doing some great work covering the Sacramento Kings for the Sacramento Observer. He…
The Stop and PopAsking coach Becky Hammon about what it means to be around a team like the Las Vegas Aces
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The Stop and PopAsking Ariel Atkins about her 29 point game against the Chicago Sky June 14th, 2024
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The Stop and PopAsked Aaliyah Edwards about the physicality in the league compared to the college game
I asked Aaliyah Edwards about the physicality in the league compared to the college game. She finished the game with a team-high and career-high 11 rebounds…
The Stop and PopBench Mob ENT WNBA Collab Episode
Me and Tone sat down to talk about our expectations for the WNBA season. Why we think will win the awards, win the championship and the biggest moves of the…
The Stop and PopNBA Playoffs Predictions: First Round Western Conference
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The Stop and PopNBA Playoffs Predictions: First Round Eastern Conference
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The Stop and PopThree Hot Topics Going into the 2024 Playoffs
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The Stop and PopShould Jalen Green be traded? Sengun future All-Star? Talking Houston Rockets with
Me and Cody Spicer talk about the Houston Rockets on this episode. From Jalen Green not progressing the way we thought, Alperen Sengun possibly becoming a…
The Stop and PopTalking Europe and NBA with Youssef Bedioui
I talked to Youssef about the NBA, watching the game from Europe, how the game has influenced Europe, the Euroleague and more! This is a public episode. If…
The Stop and Pop2024 NBA Trade Deadline with Bench Mob ENT and David Rushing
Buddy Hield goes to the 76ers. Bojan Bogdanović to the Knicks. Gordan Hayward to the Thunder. The 2024 NBA trade deadline has ended and players have been moved…
The Stop and PopTalking Lakers with NBA Threads Mayor, David Rushing
For the last episode of the month, I got to talk to the Mayor of NBA Threads, David Rushing. We talked about his experience as the In-Season Tournament in Las…
The Stop and PopThe Thunder are Striking Now! Talking Oklahoma City Thunder with Evan Kuck
The Oklahoma City Thunder are having an unexpected, amazing season lead by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. Nobody thought they would…
The Stop and PopTerry Rozier to the Heat! Bucks Fire Adrian Griffin to hire Doc Rivers!
We are joined by Tone from Bench Mob ENT and NBA Threads Mayor, David Rushing to talk about the moves that went down today. Scary Terry Rozier was traded to…
The Stop and PopTalking Magic with Aaron Bollwinkel
I had a conversation with Aaron Bollwinkel talking about the Orlando Magic this season. The Magic are having a great season. We also talked about the players…
The Stop and PopTalking Wizards with Joshua Gordon
I jumped on an episode with Joshua Gordon, who is a longtime Wizards fan. We talked about the rebuild so far, Jordan Poole, the epic John Wall lead 2017…
The Stop and PopTalking Pistons with Ryan Carlson
On this episode, I jump into a conversation with Ryan Carlson who is a diehard Pistons fan. We talk about the team this season, what their future could look…
The Stop and PopTalking Knicks with Garrett Nicholas
On this episode, I had Garrett Nicholas on the podcast to talk about the New York Knicks. Garrett is a Knicks fan who was born and raised in Southern…
The Stop and PopMy Thoughts on the NBA IST
I want to give my thoughts on the NBA In-Season Tournament now that it’s over. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers…
The Stop and PopThe Wizards are Bad, very Bad
The Wizards are going to be a lotto team and to me, have been the most disappointing team so far this season #greenscreenvideo #washingtonwizards #jordanpoole…
The Stop and PopWemby to The Spurs is the Perfect NBA Script
Wemby going to the Spurs was an amazing opportunity for him to grow into an all-time talent under Pop. His fluidity in his game is different #victorwembanyama…
The Stop and PopHarden to the Clippers won’t Work Out
James Harden is finally a Clipper. But I don’t think Harden will be a good fit for the team with Russell Westbrook, Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. This is a…
The Stop and PopDerrick Rose is a Hall of Famer
Too many casuals are trying to weigh into the Derrick Rose debate saying he’s not a Hall of Famer. I’m here to tell you, he is This is a public episode. If…
The Stop and PopExceptions for the Lakers 2023-24 Season
The Stop and Pop is back for the 2023-24 season. I talked with Johnnie Calloway Sr. about what he expects to see this season from the Lakers and other teams as…
The Stop and PopKevin Garnett says Anthony Davis can win MVP
KG said that AD can win MVP if not next season, the season after that. I find that highly unlikely, not because of his talent but for other reasons. This is a…
The Stop and PopNBA What-Ifs: 1989-90 TrailBlazers with Drazen Petrović and Clyde Drexler
The Portland TrailBlazers went to the Finals in 1990 but lost to the Detroit Pistons. They had a team that featured two Hall of Famers in Drazen Petrović and…
The Stop and PopTop 5 Off-season Moves so Far
With the NBA offseason in full swing, I decided to talk about the moves so far. From Beal to the Suns, CP3 to the Warriors, Poole to the Wizards, I’m bringing…
The Stop and PopGiannis Should Be Looked At As The Second Greatest Power Forward Ever
With all that Giannis has accomplished so far in his young career, he needs to get recognized as undoubtedly the second greatest player at his position. Only…