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National Hooper's Association: Ep. 48 from 2021-07-22T15:35:59
Last episode of the season, and we discuss the Bucks winning their first championship in 50 years all while Giannis drops a 50 piece nugget on the Suns to take it home.
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Trained: Ep. 47 from 2021-07-09T15:57:44
Tyler and Omar discuss the NBA finals, Rachel Nichols scandal and more on this episode of the Open Invitation Podcast.
NBA Finals: 00:58
Conference Finals Recap: 08:21
La...
The Crown: Ep. 46 from 2021-06-21T15:55:23
On this episode, Tyler and Omar discuss the NBA Playoffs, NBA First Teams, NBA Awards and more.
Lakers Conversation - 00:00
Kemba Walker - 03:00
Kevin Durant - 05:50
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The Middle Rim: Ep. 45 from 2021-05-28T00:46:02
Tyler and Omar discuss the NBA 2021 playoffs, fans disrespecting players, Kwame Brown and more on Episode 45 of the Open Invitation Podcast.
Play in tournament/NBA playoffs - 00:50
Mr. Sensitive: Ep. 44 from 2021-04-05T15:29:33
On this episode, Tyler and Omar discuss the NBA trade deadline, KD DM's, Draymond being the best defender and more.
Intro/NBA Trade Deadline - 00:00
Andre Drummond to the Lakers -...
Danny Green Dramamine: Ep. 43 from 2021-03-04T06:22:23
Tyler and Omar talk about the upcoming NBA All Star weekend, all the participants for the events, and once again Tyler fails the "I Got 5 On It" segment. Not only does he fail, but he was one playe...
ListenMellow: Ep. 42 from 2021-02-16T06:56:03
On this episode Tyler and Omar address some NBA trade rumors, Nets early struggles, and introduce a completely brand new segment that puts Tyler in a tough spot.
00:30 - NBA Trade Rumors<...
Who Are You to Say Who Are You? Ep. 41 from 2021-02-06T05:02:08
On this episode, Tyler and Omar look at the current NBA Standings, Jared Dudley comments on PG, Courtside Karen and more. We also introduce a new segment called "I Got 5 On It", where Tyler tries t...
ListenWhere's Kyrie? Ep. 40 from 2021-01-15T06:24:44
First episode of 2021! We apologize for the delay - due to Covid-19, it has hindered the Open Invitation team to get together, record and edit. But thankfully everyone is okay and cleared from isol...
Listen"Hi Andy" Ep. 39 from 2020-11-20T06:30:47
Short off season = a lot of moves in a short amount of time. Tyler and I are back to discuss the NBA Draft, player movement in the NBA, and much more. Oh and Tyler got into a littler basketball twi...
ListenXVII: Ep. 38 from 2020-10-14T06:46:31
17! 17 banners will now hang in the Staples Center courtesy of the Los Angeles Lakers. LA Lakers are your 2020 NBA Champions. Tyler and Omar discuss the 2020 NBA Finals, NBA viewership, and a Fade ...
ListenWake Up and Win x Open Invitation Collab: Ep. 37 from 2020-09-30T18:19:26
NBA Finals 2020 are finally here. And to help us preview the match up, we invited a very special guest on the Open Invitation Podcast - DeVon Pouncey. DeVon is a Vallejo native and the host of the ...
ListenMid: Ep. 36 from 2020-09-21T05:32:01
The Nuggets beating the Clippers might be the biggest upset in the 2020 NBA Playoffs. And with that, sparked a huge twitter feud between Tyler and Omar (if you know, you know). The first hour of th...
ListenConundrum: Ep. 35 from 2020-09-07T09:49:01
Tyler and Omar discuss the new hiring of Steve Nash, Bucks crumbling in the playoffs, NBA awards and more on Episode 35. There are a bunch of great mini debates in this episode, but the last 5 minu...
ListenHe's Handsome: Ep. 34 from 2020-08-24T05:24:42
On this episode, Omar and Tyler discuss the NBA Playoffs, "Playoff P", NBA Draft Lottery and more. With the East first round all but settled, the Western Conference has some close match ups - so he...
ListenBubble: Ep. 33 from 2020-08-10T05:53:20
NBA is Back with the NBA Bubble. Tyler and Omar discuss the NBA return, player comparisons, and players shining in the bubble. And with the playoffs right around the corner - who is going to sneak ...
Listen'I Pledge Allegiance...' Ep. 32 from 2020-06-08T03:16:38
Rest In Peace George Floyd. This episode we use the Open Invitation Podcast as a platform to discuss the social injustices in our world, specifically around police brutality towards the black commu...
ListenSquatty Pippen: Ep. 31 from 2020-05-27T04:02:08
Tyler and Omar discuss their final thoughts on the Last Dance, Paul Pierce recent comments on Lebron, look at ESPN's top players of all time and much more.
00:45 - Final thoughts on The L...
He Who Gambles: Ep. 30 from 2020-05-10T00:52:02
The Last Dance! Tyler and Omar discuss the Michael Jordan documentary and break down the characteristics of the GOAT himself. While Omar sees undisputed greatness, Tyler can't get past the yellow e...
ListenThe Rona Recordings Pt. 1: Ep. 29 from 2020-03-16T15:03:49
What is going on in the Sports World?!?! Tyler and Omar discuss the latest news about The Rona (Corona Virus) in the NBA and how it is impacting all of sports across the world. Because the NBA is o...
ListenBald Demar Derozan: Ep. 28 from 2020-03-09T15:18:45
As we get close to the 2020 NBA playoffs, Tyler and Omar recap the All Star Weekend, Race for 8th in the West, MVP race and more. Seeming to happen each episode, Tyler and Omar end the episode with...
ListenMamba Out: Ep. 27 from 2020-02-11T16:06:29
On this episode, Tyler and Omar discuss the tragic accident involving Kobe Bryant and others. It felt like the entire world stopped that day, and was an emotional time for everyone, not just sports...
ListenJuntao: Ep. 26 from 2020-01-14T17:42:32
First episode of 2020! Tyler and Omar bring in the new year discussing NBA trade rumors, surprise teams around the league, TJ Warren vs Jimmy Butler, KD vs Perkins and more.
This episode h...
Apologies: Ep. 25 from 2019-12-17T17:35:22
Tyler and Omar give their Christmas game predictions, build their own All Decade NBA Team, update on the NBA Standings and more.
This episode is called Apologies because Tyler is notoriou...
Load Management: Ep. 24 from 2019-12-02T18:04:36
On this episode, Tyler and Omar host a special guest Tajay Gedra. We discuss Carmelo Anthony back in the NBA, Luka amazing start to the season, thoughts on load management and more.
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Boot Cut Straps: Ep. 23 from 2019-10-30T14:40:08
Season 2 of the Open Invitation Podcast is finally here! The highly anticipated 2019-2020 NBA season has started, and Tyler and Omar breakdown the first week of action. There has been a major shift...
ListenWhats Your Role? Ep. 22 from 2019-09-04T02:49:25
Tyler and Omar introduce their newest guest on the show... Kendall Martin. Kendall and Omar were college roommates back at Saint Mary's and he brings knowledgeable conversation to the Open Invitati...
ListenIt Didn't Happen: Ep. 21 from 2019-07-15T04:19:44
Kawhi and PG to the Clippers. Russ to the Rockets. Lakers fill out their roster. Can't remember a more crazy off season than this one - and Tyler and Omar discuss it all. Tyler emptied the clip on ...
ListenWhat Did You Expect to Happen? NBA 2019 Free Agency: Ep. 20 from 2019-07-03T04:54:34
NBA 2019 Free Agency has been crazy so far!! The NBA will look completely different in the 2019-2020 season and Tyler and Omar discuss what has happened so far. DISCLAIMER: this episode was recorde...
ListenMoral Victories: Ep. 19 from 2019-06-17T05:10:30
The 2018-2019 NBA Season comes to a close - congratulations to the Toronto Raptors! Looks like this could be the end of the Warriors Dynasty, unfortunate Klay and KD went down with big time injurie...
ListenKyle Lowry for Finals MVP: Ep. 18 from 2019-05-30T05:07:42
NBA Finals are finally here! Raptors vs Warriors, Lowry vs Steph, E-40 vs Drake - so much to look forward too. Tyler and Omar discuss the finals match up, Magic Johnson rant on the Lakers, NBA free...
ListenRockets are Boof: Ep. 17 from 2019-05-13T17:14:12
Did Chris Paul and James Harden blow their chance at ever winning a ring? Will the Warriors 3-peat? Tyler and I break down the NBA Conference Finals, current state of the Lakers and more on Episode...
ListenPlayoff Dudley: Ep. 16 from 2019-04-22T16:53:27
It is the best time of the year - NBA Playoffs! As the playoffs kickoff, we discuss match ups, beefs and more on episode 16. Russ vs Dame, KD vs Beverley, Simmons vs Jared Dudley - which NBA beef i...
ListenBlame Game: Ep. 15 from 2019-03-22T17:27:32
Blame Game! On this episode, we discuss who is at fault for the Lakers failed season. Is it Lebron? Luke? Magic? Young Core?
After we rant about the Lakers season, we also give our predic...
How Dare You: Ep. 14 from 2019-02-27T19:41:33
As we get close to the the NBA Playoffs, Tyler and Omar discuss the biggest question in the NBA - will the Lakers make the playoffs? Tons of drama going on in LA LA Land and we address all aspects ...
ListenNBA Trade Deadline: Ep. 13 from 2019-02-08T16:39:34
WHAT A TRADE DEADLINE! So many trades, so many rumors, so many reports... Tyler and Omar cover it all on this episode. Tyler started off with the biggest rant of the season... the Lakers being the ...
ListenMelo Drama, Harden's Run, Lakers recent struggles and more: Ep. 12 from 2019-01-23T22:40:52
On this weeks Episode, Tyler and Omar discuss possible destinations for Carmelo Anthony, James Harden's historic season, Lakers recent struggles and more.
1:12 - Thoughts on Melo
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Who's the GOAT? Ep. 11 from 2019-01-07T17:56:57
Happy New Year! First episode of 2019 and we brought in the new year with a highly anticipated guest - Fred! With Lebron James self-proclaiming himself the "GOAT", we break down the GOAT of basketb...
Listen26 Reasons Why: Ep. 10 from 2018-12-27T19:48:05
Merry Christmas to all of our listeners and Happy Holidays! We all know that Christmas Day is a very special day in the NBA, and it did not disappoint.
Most importantly, THE Los Angeles L...
NBA 30 Team Breakdown: Ep.9 from 2018-12-06T21:54:31
On this weeks episode, Tyler and Omar put a twist to the structure of the Open Invitation Podcast. Rather than talking about current news/events going on in the NBA, they go down the list of all 30...
ListenBeginning of the End for the Warriors: Ep. 8 from 2018-11-16T16:29:13
Drama in the NBA! KD vs Dray? Is Dray gone? Is KD gone? Is this the beginning of the end of a dynasty? So much drama and rumors going around - and we talk about it all on the Open Invitation Podca...
ListenHoop Talk with Ben and Daniel: Episode 7 from 2018-11-05T17:37:23
Special Guests are back! On this episode, we brought back a couple familiar faces who wanted to redeem themselves from Episode 2: Ben and Daniel. We discuss NBA players taking their destiny into th...
ListenNBA Tip-Off: Playoff Predictions, Butler vs Wolves, B/R Top 100 Players: Ep 6 from 2018-10-16T13:50:11
NBA Season is finally back for the 2018-2019 season!! Omar and Tyler give their playoff predictions for the upcoming season, talk Butler vs Wolves, and dissect Bleacher Report's Top 100 Players Lis...
ListenRespect it or Check It: Ep 5 from 2018-09-23T18:30:01
We are back!! TJD and Omar are back with the Open Invitation Podcast as we get ready for the 2018/2019 NBA Season.
On this episode, we discuss the Jimmy Butler situation and where he can ...
Brother Discussion - Lakers in 6: Ep. 4 from 2018-07-11T18:33:42
Family Edition!! For this episode, Tyler and Omar extended the Open Invitation to their immediate family. Tyler's older brother, Pierce, and Omar's older brother, Neczar joined the show! To hear mo...
ListenNBA Free Agency - Bron to LA, Boogie to GSW and More: Ep 3 from 2018-07-03T15:27:26
On this week's show, Omar and TJD discuss all things free agency. Lebron to LA, Boogie to GSW, PG in OKC and more.
Keep in mind, we recorded this episode literally 2 minutes before we fou...
Warriors Dynasty, KD or Kobe and more: Ep 2 from 2018-06-28T00:00
This is a very special episode of Open Invitation! This marks the our first guests of the season, Ben and Daniel, along side Omar and TJD on the show.
We discuss Warriors Dynasty, Kawhi R...
Kawhi Trade Rumors, Lebron Sweepstakes and more: Ep 1 from 2018-06-19T18:35:45
Welcome to the debut episode of Open Invitation w/ Omar Sarouli and TJD.
In this episode, Omar and TJD talk about where they think Kawhi will land in free agency, the Lebron sweepstakes, a...