Pull Up with CJ McCollum

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1. Conference Finals, Founder of Siri Adam Cheyer, and Pat Bev

   20 May 2022 · 1 h 13 min

   CJ breaks down each of the Conference Finals series and shares some insight into the Warriors dynasty. Then, CJ brings on special guest Adam Cheyer. Adam is the co-founder of Siri Inc. and a founding member of…

2. Playoffs, Larry Nance Jr., and Mailbag

   6 May 2022 · 1 h 23 min

   CJ opens with his feelings on the end of his season, the loss to the Suns, and where the Pelicans go from here. Then, he breaks down the 2nd round series' and lists his top 5 players left in the playoffs. Larry Nance…

3. Playoff Predictions and Award Picks

   13 Apr 2022 · 30 min

   CJ discusses the Pelicans play-in matchup against the Spurs, what the preparation and approach looks like, and what he's telling the young guys. Then, CJ breaks down the other play-in games and forthcoming playoff…

4. A Memorable Homecoming and Jose Alvarado

   1 Apr 2022 · 1 h 09 min

   CJ discusses his return to Portland before going deep into the incredible journey, basketball motivation, and life perspectives of his Pelicans teammate Jose Alvarado.

5. 60-Balls, Beating Duke, and the MVP Race

   17 Mar 2022 · 34 min

   CJ opens by updating everyone on his time in protocol. Then, CJ breaks down the recent scoring barrage in the league and highlights Kyrie's greatness before naming his top 3 guys that will join the 60-point club next.…

6. Ja Morant is Must-See-TV, Elam Ending, and Avoiding the Nets

   4 Mar 2022 · 32 min

   CJ discusses the recent successes of the Pelicans and touches on the Zion situation. Next, CJ dives into Ja Morant's game and shares his top 5 "must-see-TV" players in the league right now. Then, CJ dishes on the Elam…

7. CJ is a Pelican! + Harden/Simmons, and Missing the PJ

   17 Feb 2022 · 43 min

   CJ opens discussing his trade, his article in the The Players' Tribune, and his first few days in NOLA. Then, CJ shares his thoughts on the blockbuster trade between the Nets and Sixers from all angles, pulls up on the…

8. All Stars, Super Bowl, and $19 Million and Counting

   4 Feb 2022 · 35 min

   CJ discusses the Blazers outlook heading into the trade deadline, his thoughts on the NBA All-Star selections, and gives his Super Bowl takes. Then, CJ dishes on Ben Simmons after reading the Ramona Shelburne article.…

9. Introducing Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

   26 Jan 2022 · 2:14

   Be a “Fly on the Wall” as Saturday Night Live alumni Dana Carvey and David Spade take you behind the scenes to reminisce about the most memorable stories and moments with friends of the show. In each episode, you’ll…

10. Westbrook's Woes, Kyrie Returns and KD Out, and Daddy CJ

    19 Jan 2022 · 30 min

    We're back! CJ is now a father and he's back on the court. He addresses the latest for him and the Blazers before taking a deep dive into his two most interesting teams this season. Then, CJ shares his thoughts on…

11. Struggling Lakers, Covid Issues, Hansel Enmanuel

    23 Dec 2021 · 42 min

    CJ discusses how he’s prepping for his first baby and gives an update on his injury. Then, he gives an update on conversations the NBPA and the league have had about the current Covid situation, before talking about…

12. DeMar DeRozan on Compton, the Bulls, and Drake

    10 Dec 2021 · 59 min

    CJ addresses his recent injury news, the heavily scrutinized Blazers, and the impact of Covid on the NBA. Then, 4x NBA All Star DeMar DeRozan joins the show to discuss growing up in Compton, what he learned from Pop in…

13. Lebron Suspended, Walton Fired, and League Parity

    23 Nov 2021 · 36 min

    CJ opens with a discussion on the Blazers recent win streak and the increasing parity in the NBA. Then, CJ shares his thoughts on the Lebron James / Isaiah Stewart tussle, before the dub and L of the week. Plus, more…

14. Cheap Shots, Players Only Meetings, and the Red Hot Warriors

    12 Nov 2021 · 36 min

    CJ breaks down some of the Blazers' early season struggles, gives his analysis of the Jokic/Morris altercation, and digs into the Celtics drama and players only meetings. Plus, what does CJ make of his guy Odell…

15. First Week Impressions, Rule Change Reactions, and the NBA’s Top 75 List

    26 Oct 2021 · 33 min

    The Blazers have started 1-2 but CJ is playing well and discusses how to stay even-keeled in a long season. The league’s new changes to the way fouls are interpreted have led to noticeable differences in the early part…

16. Simmons Saga, Kyrie Drama, Season Gearing Up

    15 Oct 2021 · 34 min

    CJ and the Blazers are prepping for the regular season under a new coach, and he discusses that process and what’s to come this year. Plus, Simmons finally shows up in Philly after a drama-filled offseason with the…

17. Vaccine Issues, Sixers and Simmons, Media Days

    30 Sep 2021 · 27 min

    CJ is back after Portland’s Media Day talking about gearing up for the regular season. Preparing with new teammates, new coaches, and new plays heading into the season. Plus, 30th birthday celebrations, and an a trip…

18. Adam Schefter on Becoming the Guy, NBA/NFL Comparisons, Growth of the League

    16 Sep 2021 · 45 min

    John Wall and the Rockets are working on a deal to trade Wall, where could he land and what will he bring to a new deal? Aaron Gordon gets the bag on a new 4-year deal, how the Nuggets are shaping up in the West…

19. Kyle Lowry on the Grind, Toronto to Miami, and Drake

    1 Sep 2021 · 1 h 12 min

    CJ sits down with 6x NBA All-Star and Raptors legend Kyle Lowry. Kyle talks about how he got into the game from his brother searching newspaper articles for basketball tryouts, how he’s grown his game over the years,…

20. NBPA President, Draymond/KD/Warriors Drama, More Free Agency Moves

    20 Aug 2021 · 46 min

    CJ discusses his new role as NBPA President, what it means, and what he hopes to accomplish at the helm. Plus, more free agency moves, with guys like Kawhi, Embiid, Rozier, and Smart getting new deals. Who were the…

21. Free Agency Frenzy, New Look Lakers, East Loads Up

    6 Aug 2021 · 39 min

    It’s been a wild few days in free agency. Melo and a few other Blazers leave while new guys join. Lakers add Westbrook and a ton of veterans. The Knicks, Heat, Bulls, and Hawks all make splashes trying to contend with…

22. Woj on Bucks Championship, Giannis’ Humble Beginnings, What’s Next For Suns

    22 Jul 2021 · 1 h 01 min

    The Bucks are your 2021 NBA Champions. The one and only (and friend of the podcast) Adrian Wojnarowski stops by and shares some incredible stories about Giannis’ legendary performance, his humble beginnings from a poor…

23. Wild NBA Finals, Team USA, Biggest Draft Steals

    16 Jul 2021 · 31 min

    The Bucks have come back to tie the series after going down 0-2 to the Suns. Who has the advantage now? Team USA drops a few exhibition games heading into the Olympics, how concerned should they be. Plus, looking at…

24. Nets Collapse, Sixers Conundrum, WCF Game 2 Insanity

    24 Jun 2021 · 35 min

    Game 2 between the Suns and Clippers was possibly the craziest game in the last 5 years. CJ breaks down everything, from the back and forth shots, to the replays, interpreting the rules, the wild final play, and more.…

25. Blazers Season Ends, Trade Rumors, Coaching Changes, Playoffs Roll On

    10 Jun 2021 · 38 min

    The Blazers came up short this season after getting knocked out in the first round of the playoffs. CJ talks about Dame's historic Game 5, what went wrong in the series, and addresses trade rumors around both he and…

26. Heated Playoff Games, Flopping, Kwame Brown Goes Off

    26 May 2021 · 32 min

    The playoffs are in full swing and CJ is breaking down every series, what he's been seeing, and keys for each team to advance. And of course, a full breakdown of the Blazers/Nuggets series that's heading back to…

27. Russ & Steph Make History, Play-In Drama, J. Cole in the G-League?

    11 May 2021 · 35 min

    The final week in the season has teams fighting for positioning while trying to avoid the play-in tournament, and is creating a lot of drama around the league. Russ is a human 2k player setting the record for most…

28. Playoff Race Heats Up, NFT Craze, Respect for Zion

    29 Apr 2021 · 26 min

    The playoff picture in the NBA is starting to take shape with a few teams clinching, but the play-in tournament is adding drama and changing team strategies. The Warriors are the first official team to get on the NFT…

29. Play-In Games, Simmons vs. Gobert, & Vaccines in the League

    15 Apr 2021 · 34 min

    Sports were quiet on Monday after another unarmed black man was killed at the hands of police in Minnesota. How should the league and players move forward? Mark Cuban voted to expand the play-in format for the…

30. League Shaken Up, Injury Issues, & MVP Dame

    31 Mar 2021 · 36 min

    Tons of moves around the trade deadline in the NBA that saw Portland get Norm Powell, the Nets and Lakers add big pieces, while Kyle Lowry stays put. Plus, the issue around injuries in the league, which also knocks…

31. Pull Up is BACK! CJ is BACK! And Dame drops 50 in Historic Comeback

    18 Mar 2021 · 39 min

    After a long hiatus, Pull Up is officially back! CJ chats about his long road to recovery getting back on the court, and talks through the Blazers’ epic comeback that had Dame dropping 50. Plus, looking ahead to a…

32. The Last Dance Recap, NFL Draft, Fans Join the Show!

    28 Apr 2020 · 1 h 06 min

    Dennis Rodman was the focus of the latest installment of ESPN’s The Last Dance, which provides younger kids the opportunity to realize Rodman’s dominance on the basketball court. The NFL Draft had several surprises,…

33. The Last Dance, Gronk Joins the Buccaneers, Fan Questions

    22 Apr 2020 · 42 min

    The Last Dance shows a side of Michael Jordan that hasn’t been seen before. In a shocking move, The New England Patriots agreed to trade Rob Gronkowski to the Buccaneers. The take questions from the fans, CJ gives a…

34. Jalen Green’s Decision, WNBA Draft, Tyler Herro Joins the Show

    17 Apr 2020 · 54 min

    Jalen Green, one of the nation’s top high school basketball prospects, has decided to forgo college in favor of the G-League. The WNBA draft will launch the professional career of Oregon standout -Sabrina Ionescu.…

35. CJ’s Coronavirus Donation, Myles Turner

    8 Apr 2020 · 56 min

    Because of the impact that the Coronavirus has had on both Portland, Oregon, and Northern Ohio, CJ is donating $170,00 in relief money for each respective community. The guys also speak with star Center for the Indiana…

36. NBA 2k Tournament, Greatest Handles in NBA History, Payton Pritchard

    1 Apr 2020 · 39 min

    In the absence of live sports, the NBA is holding an NBA 2k20 tournament with some of the league’s best gamers. Plus, Kyrie Irving is the best ball-handler in today’s game, but is he the greatest handler to ever play…

37. CJ Gets A Dog, Summer Olympics 2020, Most Unstoppable NBA Moves

    25 Mar 2020 · 47 min

    CJ is officially a “dog dad” after the McCollum household adopted a rescue puppy! The 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo have officially been postponed which could have unintended consequences on the 2021 NBA season. The…

38. NBA Hiatus & Social Distancing, Jordan Nwora, Esports

    19 Mar 2020 · 1 h 11 min

    The NBA is suspended and players across the league are exploring news ways to spend their new found free time! Plus, the guys speak with standout small forward for the Louisville Cardinals, Jordan Nwora! He’s here to…

39. Carmelo Anthony, NBA Postponed Indefinitely

    12 Mar 2020 · 1 h 17 min

    Carmelo Anthony joins the show for a special edition of Pull Up. This episode was recorded on Wednesday night in Portland, Oregon, as the news of the NBA decision to postponed the rest of the 2020 regular season was…

40. Spike Lee vs The Knicks, Lakers’ Open Roster Spot, Russell Westbrook’s Dominance

    4 Mar 2020 · 40 min

    Spike Lee and the New York Knicks are at odds after the Director was asked to leave Madison Square Garden before a Knicks game and reenter through a separate entrance. The Lakers are looking to fill a roster spot and…

41. Jayson Tatum & The Celtics, NBA Treatment & Recovery, Houston’s Small-Ball Experiment

    27 Feb 2020 · 52 min

    Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics are proving that they are a championship threat in the Eastern Conference. There are several ways an NBA player can sustain success over the course of a long season, but one thing…

42. Houston Astros Cheating Scandal, Cleveland Cavaliers Coaching Situation, NBA All-Star Game Recap

    20 Feb 2020 · 51 min

    The sports world has been rocked by the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal that won them the World Series in 2017 and athletes, including Lebron James, are speaking out. Cleveland Cavaliers head coach John Beilein is…

43. Zion Williamson’s Development, Devin Booker Becomes an All-Star, NBA All-Star Weekend

    13 Feb 2020 · 30 min

    Gary Trent Jr. has played a crucial role for the Portland Trail Blazers as they fight for a playoff spot. Zion Williamson has a long way to go in his development, but is proving he’s going to be a force in the league…

44. NBA Trade Deadline, Damian Lillard’s Insane Numbers, NY Knicks Future

    6 Feb 2020 · 49 min

    CJ reflects on playing in the first game at Staples Center after the passing of Kobe Bryant and explains what has gone into Damian Lillard’s stellar play as of late. The NBA Trade Deadline caused a ton of shakeups,…

45. Kobe Bryant’s Legacy and Impact on Basketball

    29 Jan 2020 · 43 min

    The untimely and heartbreaking loss of Kobe Bryant has rocked the country. On this special tribute episode of Pull Up, CJ and Jordan share their favorite Kobe stories and talk about the indelible impact he left on the…

46. Trail Blazers Update, Dame’s Big Night, Zion’s Debut, Adam Schefter Joins the Show

    23 Jan 2020 · 53 min

    The Portland Trail Blazers traded Kent Bazemore and Anthony Tolliver to the Sacramento Kings and CJ breaks down what it’s like when friends are traded midseason. Dame Lillard scored 61 points against the Golden State…

47. Kyrie Irving Wants Help in Brooklyn, Toughest Players to Guard, Ja Morant’s Rise

    16 Jan 2020 · 50 min

    Kyrie Irving Believes the Brooklyn Nets need to add another piece to their roster in order to win a championship next season. Jimmy Butler wrote a piece for the Player’s Tribune listing the toughest guys in the NBA to…

48. Packing For NBA Road Trips, Playoff Reseeding, Spencer Dinwiddie Joins the Show

    9 Jan 2020 · 44 min

    Packing for long road trips in the NBA can be challenging, but CJ has mastered it! He breaks down how he prepares for NBA road trips that feature cities in both hot and cold climates. The guys also break down the play…

49. David Stern, All-Star Voting, NBA Evolution, Cleveland Browns

    3 Jan 2020 · 46 min

    Former NBA commissioner David Stern has passed away at the age of 77 and his influence on basketball cannot be understated. The first update for All-Star voting is here and Luka Dončić is currently leading the league…

50. Christmas Day Games, James Harden's Mastery of the Game, Best Emojis

    23 Dec 2019 · 28 min

    Christmas is here and with it, NBA games! CJ and Jordan preview the must see matchups happening on Christmas day. James Harden may have mastered the modern game whether people like it or not. The New York Times…