Steve Hewitt and Ethan Fuller interview blue-chip basketball star AJ Dybantsa. AJ shares his recent activities, including trips to Monaco for the Grand Prix and Jamaica, as well as his workouts at BYU. The discussion covers AJ's experiences with Kevin Young, his personal development on defense, strategic insights from NBA players like Chris Paul, Kevin Durant and Anthony Edwards, and the differences between U.S. and international basketball. The podcast also delves into AJ's perspective on college basketball, future goals, the importance of ranking first in the NBA draft, and his engagement with fans and media. The episode concludes with a segment of Full-Court Press, where AJ shares favorite basketball memories and movie recommendations.
Topics
00:34 AJ's Busy Summer
01:16 Monaco Grand Prix Experience
02:04 Transition to College Life at BYU
03:56 Defensive Skills and NBA Insights
08:30 NBA Playoffs and Player Analysis
13:29 Future NBA Prospects and Draft Goals
16:03 Memories from NEP Sac and St. Sebs
16:44 Reconnecting with Old Teammates
17:29 Toughest Matchups and Players to Watch
18:49 International Basketball vs. US Basketball
20:26 Excitement for College Basketball
20:54 Embracing Public Life and Giving Back
22:35 Full-Court Press: Fun and Games
31:23 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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