Taylor Rooks X
Bleacher Report's Taylor Rooks sits at the intersection of sports x culture - providing a space where star athletes and entertainers can be unapologetically themselves, while diving deep into topics not often explored in the post-game presser.
Episodes
November 27, 2024 • 32 mins
Rutgers stars and top 2025 NBA Draft prospects Ace Bailey and Dylan Harper join Taylor Rooks to discuss how they are handling the hype surrounding their freshman year, expectations for this season, what impresses them most about each other's games, and how it feels being the two highest-rated recruits in program history. They also discuss what makes Cooper Flagg special, when they knew they had a chance to be lottery picks, what Gi...
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July 25, 2024 • 54 mins
Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin joins Taylor Rooks to discuss his infamous White Party and the impromptu beach football game featuring Tom Brady, C.J. Stroud, Micah Parsons, and others. He also explains what he's learned from being around Travis Scott, his friendship with Tom Brady, the special gift he received from Patriots owner Robert Kraft, why James Harden is misunderstood, how the Larry O'Brien trophy wound up at his house, what C...
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July 25, 2024 • 87 mins
Comedian and entertainer Kevin Hart talks Paul George joining the 76ers, the record-breaking live stream with Kai Cenat and Druski, the Roast of Tom Brady, and people criticizing Bronny James. He also fires back at questions about his height, explains his love for small point guards, roasts Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, Jayson Tatum, and other NBA stars, discusses the funniest players in the NBA. Finally, he talks about LeBron James...
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June 14, 2024 • 77 mins
New York Knicks All-Star joins Taylor Rooks for exclusive interview to discuss whether he pays attention to his critics, why he doesn't care how people label him, why he loves playing for Tom Thibodeaux, and his immediate reaction to finding out he broke his hand in Game 7 of series vs. Pacers. He also breaks down why he left the Mavericks, how he's changed as a player in New York, why criticisms of Luka and Tatum are unfair, how h...
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May 30, 2024 • 64 mins
Former NBA star Vince Carter sits down with Taylor Rooks for exclusive interview to discuss being voted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, how he feels about "ring culture" in basketball, the lack of quality veterans on NBA rosters, and how he tried to help Carmelo Anthony early in his career. He also explains why Kobe deserves to be in the GOAT conversation, why he thinks he would beat MJ in a dunk contest, the cr...
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March 8, 2024 • 58 mins
Orlando Magic All-Star Paolo Banchero sits down with Taylor Rooks for exclusive interview to discuss his first All-Star experience, how an exchange with KD helped him know he'd arrived in the NBA, how he's grown in his 2nd season, and why he's chasing perfection. Paolo also breaks down his game-winning shot vs. the Pistons and emotional postgame interview, reacts to Magic disrespect, lists the 3 best defenders he's faced, weighs in...
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March 7, 2024 • 51 mins
Atlanta Hawks All-Star Trae Young joins Taylor Rooks for exclusive convo to discuss why scoring is easier in the NBA than other leagues, Trae's take on the NBA All-Star Game, and if he would want to face-off vs. Caitlin Clark in a three-point contest. He also reacts to hearing his name in trade conversations, his desire to remain in Atlanta, explains why he wanted to start his own podcast, why "selfish" narrative bothers him, how h...
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January 10, 2024 • 75 mins
Mavs forward sits down with Taylor Rooks to react to Donovan Mitchell's POV of his viral missed free-throws, gives inside details of his scuffles with LeBron and Jimmy Butler and breaks down Mavs' start to the season. He discusses his performance this year, shares his thoughts on Kyrie and Luka as a duo and what it will be like returning to Boston. Finally, he gives details on how he got a signed LeBron jersey and names his top 5 m...
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January 6, 2024 • 62 mins
Heat legend Udonis Haslem sits down with Taylor Rooks to discuss life after basketball, LeBron's qualities as a leader, Miami not landing Damian Lillard and which NBA title means the most to him. He also talks about Jimmy Butler being the ultimate competitor, his father influencing his retirement, LeBron, Bosh and Wade taking paycuts to keep him, getting Dwyane Wade's Olympic jersey and explains how he wants to be remembered in Mia...
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January 5, 2024 • 34 mins
Paul George sits down with Taylor Rooks to discuss entering this season healthy, load management, his chemistry with Kawhi Leonard, his social media exchange with Devin Booker, and misconceptions about Russell Westbrook. The 8x All-Star also talks his legacy, playoff performances, dealing with injuries, Podcast P and more.
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December 21, 2023 • 59 mins
Rap legend Lil Wayne sits down with Taylor Rooks to discuss his song with Kevin Durant, why he's the LeBron James of rap and how his experience has helped him become a better artist. The 5x Grammy winner also opens up about the evolution of the industry, wanting to perform at the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show and being proud of Drake’s success. Finally, Lil Wayne offers advice to Angel Reese and predicts Ja Morant to be the next fa...
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November 22, 2023 • 72 mins
Mikal Bridges sits down with Taylor Rooks to discuss what it's like defending Steph Curry, Luka Doncic, Paul George and Jayson Tatum, talks mentality getting traded to Brooklyn, his time at Villanova and his relationship with Josh Hart. The Nets star also explains how elite defenders aren't getting the same respect as shooters and details how he learned to check his ego. Mikal also talks about the importance of leadership, shares h...
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September 21, 2023 • 60 mins
Deion Sanders sits down with Taylor to discuss the phenomenon that is Colorado football. Coach Prime responds to critics saying the Buffs are overhyped, explains Deion vs. Prime, talks Shedeur Sanders' potential exit to the NFL, celebrates Travis Hunter's dedication to the game, and more.
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August 8, 2023 • 88 mins
Liz Cambage sits down with Taylor for exclusive conversation about the allegations she used a racial slur towards the Nigerian team, stepping away from the WNBA, her Sparks exit, and who she thinks can break her scoring record.
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July 26, 2023 • 18 mins
USMNT star Christian Pulisic catches up with Taylor to talk his transfer to AC Milan, the hype around the 2023 Women's World Cup, and getting to play alongside Folarin Balogun.
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July 13, 2023 • 26 mins
Raptors rookie Gradey Dick catches up with Taylor in Vegas to talk Drake’s welcome DM, his wild draft night fit, the importance of family, expectations for the upcoming season, why Paul George resonates with this generation of hoopers, and more.
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July 12, 2023 • 42 mins
Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. sits down with Taylor to talk about Denver's NBA championship party, share what it's like to work out with Stephen Curry, discuss his relationship with Trae Young, and more.
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June 28, 2023 • 24 mins
USWNT star Megan Rapinoe sits down with Taylor to discuss the 2023 Women’s World Cup, how her role has evolved on the national team, their chances to three-peat and more.
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June 13, 2023 • 52 mins
Hailey Van Lith sits down with Taylor to explain the truth behind Caitlin Clark's 'You can't see me' gesture. The college hoops star also talks transferring from Louisville to LSU, leading USA to gold at FIBA 3x3, and more.
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June 9, 2023 • 15 mins
Panthers QB Bryce Young catches up with Taylor to talk about the wise words Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady gave him and how he feels about the criticism of his size. The 2023 No. 1 overall draft pick builds his dream QB1 out of active quarterbacks.
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