The Herd with Colin Cowherd Joe and Jada - John Wall on NBA Slam Dunk GOATs, Wizards & Kentucky, Allen Iverson & Lil Wayne
Sep 16, 2025
Join Fat Joe and Jadakiss as they chat with John Wall about his journey from a No. 1 draft pick to an Amazon NBA analyst. Wall shares stories about his legendary Kentucky team and memorable moments with Allen Iverson. They dive into the Dunk Contest debate, discuss why stars like LeBron skip it, and rank the all-time great dunkers. Plus, hear anecdotes about witnessing Kobe and KD in action and Wall lighting up Madison Square Garden. It’s a fun mix of basketball nostalgia and music influences.
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Rookie Duties Under Gilbert Arenas
- Wall describes rookie life under Gilbert Arenas and the typical 'rookie duties' culture on teams.
- He notes rookies did errands but could also earn rewards, balancing respect with initiation tasks.
Rookie Battles With Derrick Rose
- Wall remembers playing Derrick Rose during Rose's MVP season and realizing Rose was quicker than anyone he'd faced.
- He says those matchups taught him about pro-level speed and becoming 'a long night' for defenders.
Three-Point Era Changed Incentives
- Fat Joe and Jadakiss argue the NBA has evolved into prioritizing threes and scoring over defense.
- They suggest the league and fans now reward high-point games, changing coaching and shot-selection norms.