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Hear District

Hear District

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Bucks legend Marques Johnson teams up with his son and 1995 NCAA champion, Kris Johnson, to lead a weekly conversation with insight from the biggest names in basketball while answering burning questions from fans, all focused on the Milwaukee Bucks. Basketball Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Committed to Winning with Thanasis Antetokounmpo

    Committed to Winning with Thanasis Antetokounmpo
    Mar 24 2026
    Hear District is getting Thanasty! Milwaukee Bucks forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo joins Kris & Marques Johnson this week to discuss his roots, commitment to a winning mindset, Giannis and the Antetokounmpo family journey, Bucks culture, his upcoming Thanalysis Live Podcast on March 27th at the Riverside Theater, and his path from Greece to the NBA. Thanasis shares stories from growing up Black in Greece, overcoming poverty and passport challenges, and competing on the blacktop with Giannis, building the relentless edge that shaped his game. He also reflects on his NBA Draft journey, Knicks opportunity, and the grind it took to break through. He dives into embracing his role, blocking out outside noise, and leading through energy, accountability, and toughness within the Bucks locker room. From adversity and sacrifice to leadership and purpose, Thanasis gives a raw look at what it truly means to stay ready and win. Subscribe to the Hear District podcast to enjoy the biggest names in basketball sounding off on your favorite team. For more, follow @bucksplusaudio — the official podcast network of the Milwaukee Bucks — on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok & Facebook, and check out all Bucks+ podcast content at www.bucks.com/plus.
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    35 mins
  • Lessons & Legacies with Marc J. Spears

    Lessons & Legacies with Marc J. Spears
    Mar 17 2026
    ESPN & Andscape's Marc J. Spears joins Marques Johnson and Kris Johnson on Hear District to talk all things Milwaukee Bucks, from Giannis Antetokounmpo's future, the team's rising talent, tales from an up-and-down season, and potential fits from the 2026 NBA Draft Class. First, Spears reflects on receiving the Curt Gowdy Media Award as Marques ponders his own Hall of Fame candidacy. The conversation dives into Giannis’ legacy in Milwaukee, why staying with one franchise could define his career, what the Bucks need to build another championship contender around him, and how Ryan Rollins and Kevin Porter Jr. factor into that vision. Spears also breaks down top NBA Draft prospects like Cameron Boozer, discusses Ryan Rollins’ journey and breakout season, and weighs in on Doc Rivers’ Hall of Fame case. They also debate Bam Adebayo's historic 83-point game and whether anyone could ever challenge Wilt Chamberlain’s legendary 100-point game. Subscribe to the Hear District podcast to enjoy the biggest names in basketball sounding off on your favorite team. For more, follow @bucksplusaudio — the official podcast network of the Milwaukee Bucks — on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok & Facebook, and check out all Bucks+ podcast content at www.bucks.com/plus.
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    37 mins
  • Speaking Your Truth with Rashad McCants

    Speaking Your Truth with Rashad McCants
    Mar 10 2026
    Rashad McCants steps out of Gil’s Arena and into Hear District, joining Kris & Marques Johnson to discuss his journey from McDonald’s All-American and chasing Michael Jordan to winning the 2005 National Championship at UNC, and the controversy that followed. McCants reflects on his relationship with Roy Williams, the legacy of North Carolina basketball, and the state's basketball culture, which produced legends like Jordan, Jerry Stackhouse, and Chris Paul. He opens up about the racial and systemic dynamics of college basketball during his era, and speaking out against the NCAA years before NIL. McCants revisits calling college athletics “plantation education,” addresses the fallout with former teammates, including Raymond Felton, and shares how his father shaped his resilience. The conversation closes with insight into modern NBA coaching philosophy, “random basketball,” and the current state of the Milwaukee Bucks — including roster identity, Cam Thomas’ potential, and what it takes to build around Giannis Antetokounmpo. Subscribe to the Hear District podcast to enjoy the biggest names in basketball sounding off on your favorite team. For more, follow @bucksplusaudio — the official podcast network of the Milwaukee Bucks — on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok & Facebook, and check out all Bucks+ podcast content at www.bucks.com/plus.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
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