All The Smoke Mad Max UNFILTERED AT All-Star Weekend w/ Craig Hodges, Symba, & Jenna Bandy
Feb 19, 2026
Vernon Maxwell, former NBA guard known as Mad Max, returns to share wild personal stories and life updates. Symba, indie rapper and former hooper, outlines his artist-first approach, streaming strategy, and new single. Craig Hodges reflects on three-point contest wins and championship culture. Short, lively conversations about basketball lore, music-business hustle, and All-Star Weekend moments.
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Mindset Shift Wins Contests
- Craig Hodges explains his mindset shift that turned three-point contests into a game he could win.
- He treated the contest like a game with no defense and optimized his approach to succeed.
System And Role Clarity Fueled Titles
- Craig Hodges credits Phil Jackson's systems and coaching staff depth for the Bulls' championships.
- He highlights role clarity and coaching experience as the team's core strengths.
Label Exit Turned Streaming Pivot
- Symba describes being stuck in a label regime change and pivoting to streaming to regain freedom.
- He used streaming to reveal his true persona and attract collaborators and industry figures.