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WHAT'S UP PODCAST: Joshua Hughes - Evansville Men's Basketball Player

Evansville basketball player Joshua Hughes joins the "What's Up" podcast to discuss identity, faith, and growing up in Australia.

Pistons' Jaden Ivey enjoying bounceback season, knows 'identity in Christ is really what matters'

Pistons guard Jaden Ivey shared about his faith in Christ after hitting a buzzer-beater. "He wants to accept you, and He already loves you."

SS PODCAST: Former NBA coach/player Monty Williams on growing in Christ, his new coaching job

The former NBA coach/player talks about trusting God's timing, now coaching his sons, and finding peace in storms.

SS PODCAST: Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac on redefining greatness, faith in NBA

The Magic forward talks about the mental battle with injuries, his new basketball shoe, and redefining greatness.

From homelessness to Alabama A&M, guard Darius Ford aims to 'serve Him'

Alabama A&M guard Darius Ford found solace in his relationship with God as he overcame homelessness to become a college basketball player.

SS PODCAST: James Madison basketball coach Preston Spradlin on trusting God, being authentic

The James Madison men's basketball coach talks about his new role, lessons in winning, and living an authentic life.

SS PODCAST: Bulls play-by-play voice Chuck Swirsky on faith, relationships, Sports Spectrum history

The Bulls radio voice shares about his time with Sports Spectrum in the 1990s and his journey in broadcasting.

SS PODCAST: NBA referee Pat Fraher on maturation of his faith, officiating NBA Finals

The NBA official talks about the importance of surrendering to God and investing in eternal rather than earthly pursuits.

AJ Griffin explains why he's leaving NBA: 'I gave up basketball to follow Jesus'

NBA player AJ Griffin said in a video that the Lord has called him to full-time ministry. "I truly get to serve God with my full 'yes.'"

SS PODCAST: Notre Dame All-American Hannah Hidalgo on her relationship with Jesus

The Notre Dame basketball star talks about her record-breaking freshman year and growing in her faith in Jesus.

Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey gets baptized, declares he's 'nothing without Jesus'

Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey was baptized this summer and wants to tell everyone about Christ. "Jesus is the way, the truth, the life."

SS PODCAST: Minnesota State men's coach Matt Margenthaler on winning titles, growing in faith

The Minnesota State coach talks about winning titles and staying disciplined as a coach and follower of Jesus.

Orlando Magic sign unashamed Christ-follower Jonathan Isaac to 5-year contract extension

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac, one of the NBA's most outspoken followers of Christ, signed a new five-year contract worth $84 million.

Toronto Raptors draft Baylor's Ja'Kobe Walter 19th overall in NBA draft: 'All glory to God'

The Toronto Raptors selected Ja'Kobe Walter 19th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft. "I prayed so many times for just this moment right here."

SS PODCAST: Southern Illinois men's coach Scott Nagy on God's plan, being others-oriented

The Southern Illinois basketball coach discusses coaching, being others-oriented, and performance-based faith struggles.

Boston Celtics win 18th NBA title, 17-year vet Al Horford gets his 1st: 'Glory to God!'

Boston got its 18th NBA title, the 1st for 17-year vet Al Horford. He said in the postgame press conference, "It's glory to the Lord for me."

SS PODCAST: College basketball coaches panel about living on mission with an eternal mindset

Today's podcast features a college basketball coaches panel on coaching with an eternal mindset and living out your faith as a coach.

Guard Jrue Holiday is 'making Christ a priority' as he guides Celtics in NBA Finals

Veteran guard Jrue Holiday has led one of the best Celtics teams ever to the NBA Finals. "I believe in a God that loves me," he says.

Mavericks' P.J. Washington trusts in God ahead of NBA Finals: 'He's done so much for me'

Dallas' P.J. Washington seeks to trust in God before the NBA Finals. "The closer I get to Him, things just start getting a lot better for me."

Head coach Joe Mazzulla leads Celtics back to NBA Finals, says it's 'where God has us'

Second-year Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla knows God has directed his steps to the NBA Finals. "It's just where God has us right now."

SS PODCAST: Former NBA player Antonio Daniels, wife Sonia on keeping Jesus at the center

The former NBA player and his wife talk about life in the NBA and keeping Jesus at the center of their marriage.