

Off Guard with Austin Rivers
Austin Rivers
NBA veteran, Austin Rivers, is joined by one of his oldest friends, Pausha Haghighi, to give you that true insider’s perspective from someone who’s actively playing in the league on anything and everything happening inside the NBA. They hit on the biggest headlines and stories and of course sprinkle in some of the best stories and memories from Austin’s extensive career.
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Oct 31, 2025 • 1h 1min
New Era for the Sixers + Cam Boozer, AJ Dybantsa Shine in NCAA Debuts
(00:20) The NBA's Scoring Surge(01:36) Austin Rivers "On the Bench" (06:57) Is 25 points The New 20? (14:17) Can The 76ers Compete in The East?(26:23) Tyrese Maxey is Underrated(31:06) Is Cam Boozer Ready For the NBA? (37:40) Golf, Getting Angry At Things You Aren't Good At(42:36) The Milwaukee Bucks Are Dangerous(48:48) Early MVP Candidates/Predictions(54:58) Halloween: In or Out? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 29, 2025 • 1h 6min
Reaves Scoring Explosion & The Case Against Cooper Flagg at Point Guard
(0:22) Previewing "On the Bench" With Austin Rivers(4:41) Previewing Pistons-Cavs(9:18) Austin Reaves 50pt Game + Improvement (14:21) Is the Lakers Big-3 Really a Big-3? (25:55) Dylan Harper’s Early Flashes(31:45) Wembanyama Is Still an Alien(34:17) The Case Against Cooper Flagg at PG(42:30) LaMelo Ball and the Hornets (47:30) Is Cam Thomas Underappreciated(58:06) Austin Rivers Goes Kayaking(1:03:40) Life Lessons w/Austin, Basketball, and Life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 29, 2025 • 1h 12min
First Impressions, Wemby Puts on a Show & VJ Edgecombe's Historic Debut
(5:25) Thoughts on NBA on NBC “Opening Night”(7:02) First Impressions of the Houston Rockets(26:05) Recapping Shai’s Impressive Performance vs Rockets(32:15) Are all the best players in the world in the NBA?(39:08) VJ Edgecombe’s Historic NBA Debut(49:51) Victor Wembanyama Puts on a Show(58:06) Whose the next best American hope to win MVP? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 29, 2025 • 1h 7min
Are the Bucks Contenders?; LeBron's Character Allegations
(1:55) State of the Milwaukee Bucks(16:14) Sacramento Kings sign Russell Westbrook(25:58) LeBron's Character Allegations(29:51) Houston Rockets' Tall Starting Lineup(39:36) Austin Rivers' Hair Concerns(42:59) Can you wear Jerseys?(51:32) VJ Edgecombe Jr. or Stephon Castle(53:24) Year 3 Expectations for Victor Wembanyama(57:31) MVPs or Championships Discussion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 29, 2025 • 1h 26min
Offseason Controversies, Predictions and Next Gen’s Stars
(0:05) First Day with the full NBA on NBC and Peacock crew(15:50) Will the NBA investigation on Kawhi cloud the LA Clippers?(21:15) A new, uncertain chapter for Giannis & the Bucks(25:45) Houston Rockets ‘Big Ball’ Lineup(40:30) Can Trae Young elevate Hawks into contenders?(52:45) Thunder, Nuggets will be Top Teams in the West(1:01:30) NBA’s Next Generation Stars(1:08:40) Expectations for Cooper Flagg(1:22:15) LeBron’s Second Decision Hennessy ad Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 26, 2025 • 55min
Winners of the Summer and John Wall’s Retirement
Austin and Pausha return to give their winners of the offseason, from Michael Beasley to Kevin Durant. They also discuss John Wall’s basketball legacy. Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha HaghighiProducer: Kyle WilliamsAdditional Production Support: Ben CruzSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 11, 2025 • 1h 10min
Debunking James Harden Playoff Myths and Attributes Of a Great Scorer
Austin and Pausha return to give their thoughts on what makes for a great scorer, AAU culture, and the reaction to their mount rushmore list. Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Producer: Kyle Williams Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 28, 2025 • 1h 11min
Chris Paul Returns to the Clippers and Mount Rushmore Talk
Austin and Pausha return to react to summer news they missed. The two discuss Chris Paul signing with the Clippers, the restricted free agent market, and Luka Doncic’s revamped physique. Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Producer: Kyle Williams Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 10, 2025 • 1h 8min
Flagg’s Summer League Debut and the Rise in 20-Point Scorers
Austin and Pausha return to give their thoughts on Cooper Flagg’s summer league debut, the state of the Western Conference, Devin Booker’s extension, and the rise in scoring in the NBA. Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Producer: Stefan Anderson Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 1, 2025 • 56min
Michael Porter Jr. Traded, and a Wide-Open Eastern Conference
Austin and Pausha return to react to day one of free agency. The two discuss the Michael Porter Jr. trade, how they would rank the teams in the West, and why Atlanta can make a surprising run in the Eastern Conference. Note: This pod was recorded before Damian Lillard was waived and Myles Turner signed with the Bucks. Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha Haghighi Producer: Kyle Williams Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


