Pull Up with CJ McCollum
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Pull Up with CJ McCollum
New Orleans Pelicans star - and former journalism major at Lehigh – CJ McCollum hosts Pull Up, a one-of-a-kind show that gives an unmatched look into the NBA and the life of a basketball superstar. CJ has been lauded as the next breakout star in sports media. But why wait till he retires to begin hi...
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Conference Finals, Founder of Siri Adam Cheyer, and Pat Bev
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. A...
Playoffs, Larry Nance Jr., and Mailbag
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 ser...
Playoff Predictions and Award Picks
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,...
A Memorable Homecoming and Jose Alvarado
CJ discusses his return to Portland before going deep into the incredible journey, basketball motivation, and life perspectives of his Pelicans teamma...
60-Balls, Beating Duke, and the MVP Race
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...
Ja Morant is Must-See-TV, Elam Ending, and Avoiding the Nets
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-s...
CJ is a Pelican! + Harden/Simmons, and Missing the PJ
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 blockbuste...
All Stars, Super Bowl, and $19 Million and Counting
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, C...
Introducing Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
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 stor...
Westbrook's Woes, Kyrie Returns and KD Out, and Daddy CJ
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...
Struggling Lakers, Covid Issues, Hansel Enmanuel
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...
DeMar DeRozan on Compton, the Bulls, and Drake
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 th...
Lebron Suspended, Walton Fired, and League Parity
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 / I...
Cheap Shots, Players Only Meetings, and the Red Hot Warriors
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 pl...
First Week Impressions, Rule Change Reactions, and the NBA’s Top 75 List
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...
Simmons Saga, Kyrie Drama, Season Gearing Up
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 fi...
Vaccine Issues, Sixers and Simmons, Media Days
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 headin...
Adam Schefter on Becoming the Guy, NBA/NFL Comparisons, Growth of the League
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...
Kyle Lowry on the Grind, Toronto to Miami, and Drake
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 articl...
NBPA President, Draymond/KD/Warriors Drama, More Free Agency Moves
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...
Free Agency Frenzy, New Look Lakers, East Loads Up
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 Knic...
Woj on Bucks Championship, Giannis’ Humble Beginnings, What’s Next For Suns
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 abo...
Wild NBA Finals, Team USA, Biggest Draft Steals
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...
Nets Collapse, Sixers Conundrum, WCF Game 2 Insanity
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...
Blazers Season Ends, Trade Rumors, Coaching Changes, Playoffs Roll On
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 w...
Heated Playoff Games, Flopping, Kwame Brown Goes Off
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 b...
Russ & Steph Make History, Play-In Drama, J. Cole in the G-League?
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 th...
Playoff Race Heats Up, NFT Craze, Respect for Zion
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 stra...
Play-In Games, Simmons vs. Gobert, & Vaccines in the League
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 for...
League Shaken Up, Injury Issues, & MVP Dame
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....
Pull Up is BACK! CJ is BACK! And Dame drops 50 in Historic Comeback
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’ ep...
The Last Dance Recap, NFL Draft, Fans Join the Show!
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 domina...
The Last Dance, Gronk Joins the Buccaneers, Fan Questions
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 Gronkowsk...
Jalen Green’s Decision, WNBA Draft, Tyler Herro Joins the Show
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 laun...
CJ’s Coronavirus Donation, Myles Turner
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 respec...
NBA 2k Tournament, Greatest Handles in NBA History, Payton Pritchard
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-ha...
CJ Gets A Dog, Summer Olympics 2020, Most Unstoppable NBA Moves
CJ is officially a “dog dad” after the McCollum household adopted a rescue puppy! The 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo have officially been postponed whi...
NBA Hiatus & Social Distancing, Jordan Nwora, Esports
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 smal...
Carmelo Anthony, NBA Postponed Indefinitely
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...
Spike Lee vs The Knicks, Lakers’ Open Roster Spot, Russell Westbrook’s Dominance
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 s...