Episodes

  • The Core Four – Nobody Believes in Us

    The Core Four – Nobody Believes in Us
    Sep 14 2025

    Check out the latest episode of ‘The Core Four’ podcast with hosts David Buckler (@dlb19338) and Matthew Roblez (@themkbandit).

    Segment 1 - Memphis - Have we become a "Nobody Believes in Us" team? Is this good in a way? Or is the national coverage warranted - that Memphis is barely a playoff team?

    Segment 2 - NBA - Should the NBA be looking at expansion? Is "7 champions in 7 years" a good development? How healthy is the league? And what the hell is going on with the LA Clippers?!

    Segment 3 - NFL/NCAA - Overreacting to the early season storylines. We each pick a total of 5...hot takes...ask the other - "is this an overreaction?"

    Segment 4 - Pro Wrestling - Is the WWE making a mistake joining up with ESPN?

    We hope you enjoy the program, and thanks for being a part of The Core Four, the show for the hardcore Memphis Grizzlies fan!

    Don’t forget to follow this show on X @TheCore4Podcast and send us questions or topics you would like us to discuss on an upcoming broadcast.
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    53 mins
  • The Core Four – Our Summer Roster Review

    The Core Four – Our Summer Roster Review
    Aug 8 2024

    Check out this episode of The Core Four Podcast as David Buckler and Xavier Dotson look back one last time on the NBA Summer League and then run through the Grizzlies roster – who looks ready for a big season?!

    Additional topics this week include:

    • Olympic 3x3 basketball
    • Scottie Pippen, Jr. – Summer League MVP?
    • Jake LaRavia’s future in the NBA
    • Is Zack Edey injury prone?
    • Marcus Smart’s role on this team
    • Is Ja Morant ready to lead this team again?
    • and much more!

    We’ll be recording a new episode soon. We hope you’ll tune in! If you want, send us topics or questions you’d like us to discuss on the show. Thanks for being a part of The Core Four!
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    36 mins
  • The Core Four – The Zach Edey Era is Here!

    The Core Four – The Zach Edey Era is Here!
    Jul 11 2024

    Check out this episode of The Core Four Podcast as David Buckler and Xavier Dotson look back on the NBA Draft that may have produced 3 roster players. We’re excited for the Zach Edey Era and watching the Grizzlies in the Las Vegas Summer League!

    Additional topics this week include:

    • Cam Spencer and Jaylen Wells getting real minutes
    • Should we resign Luke Kennard?
    • Can Scottie Pippen, Jr. handle the back-up PG role?
    • Any more moves coming before camp?
    • Core Four true/false
    • and much more!

    We’ll be recording a new episode soon after the Summer League. Hope you’ll tune in! If you want, send us topics or questions you’d like us to discuss on the show. Thanks for being a part of The Core Four!
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    37 mins
  • Next Gen Podcast: Summer league preview and the Grizzlies new Coaching Staff

    Next Gen Podcast: Summer league preview and the Grizzlies new Coaching Staff
    Jul 8 2024
    Bryson and Alex are back ahead of the first Grizzlies Summer League Game - Grizzlies finalize Summer League roster - Who will the Grizzlies start in their first summer league game? - Expectations for the Grizzlies most important players this summer - Grizzlies announce overhaul of Coaching staff, how the hires can help Memphis reach their ultimate goal
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Next Gen Podcast: Grizzlies Draft Breakdown and the Luke Kennard options

    Next Gen Podcast: Grizzlies Draft Breakdown and the Luke Kennard options
    Jul 1 2024
    On this week’s episode, Bryson and Alex discuss the Grizzlies recent picks in the NBA draft. - Zach Edey picked 9th overall, how can he help the team? - Grizzlies add Jaylen Wells and Cam Spencer in the 2nd round - Luke Kennard’s team option declined, what is the next step? - First day of NBA Free Agency
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Next Gen Podcast: NBA Draft with Chip Williams

    Next Gen Podcast: NBA Draft with Chip Williams
    Jun 24 2024
    Bryson and Alex are joined by NBA Draft guru Chip Williams as they discuss the Grizzlies options this week. - Who will be the number one pick - Will the Grizzlies move up in the draft for Clingan? - How can Zach Edey translate to the NBA - Who should the Grizzlies take if they stay at the 9th pick? - Later draft picks that could provide some good value
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • The Core Four – A Big Summer Ahead!

    The Core Four – A Big Summer Ahead!
    Jun 20 2024

    Check out this episode of The Core Four Podcast as David Buckler and Xavier Dotson chat about the champion Boston Celtics, the upcoming NBA Draft, the Las Vegas Summer League, and potential free agents the team should target.

    Additional topics this week include:

    • Xavier Tillman, Sr. is a world champion
    • Keeping the 9th pick in the draft
    • Trading up for Donovan Clingan
    • Picking up Luke Kennard's option
    • Free agent centers on the market
    • and much more!

    We’ll be recording a new episode every other Wednesday during the NBA playoffs and off-season. Hope you’ll tune in! If you want, send us topics or questions you’d like us to discuss on the show. Thanks for being a part of The Core Four!
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    31 mins
  • Next Gen Podcast: NBA Finals, Ja Morant’s health, and WNBA rivalry week

    Next Gen Podcast: NBA Finals, Ja Morant’s health, and WNBA rivalry week
    Jun 17 2024
    Bryson and Alex break down the NBA Finals before talking about the Grizzlies off-season outside of the draft. Topics include: - NBA Finals: Can the Mavs make history? - Ja Morant looks healthy in his first off-season workout videos, how we feel about his health heading into next season - Who will the Grizzlies send to summer league? - WNBA Rivalry week and more Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese Drama
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    1 hr and 25 mins