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Desmond Powell was the kid with the grandest NBA dreams and in the recent years developed a similar obsession with Hip-Hop. While basketball and Hip-Hop have went hand-in-hand for years,...

Desmond Powell was the kid with the grandest NBA dreams and in the recent years developed a similar obsession with Hip-Hop. While basketball and Hip-Hop have went hand-in-hand for years, he realized that there has never been a platform that combined both simultaneously, so he decided to create it. With its name inspired by the famous Lord Finesse song, this podcast is for you: the basketball junkie AND Hip-Hop head. The goal is simple: Desmond wants you to remember why you loved both in the first place and more importantly, realize that Hip 2 Da Games is not just a podcast, it's a lifestyle.

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Hip 2 Da Games

Song Breakdown #16: "Juicy" by The Notorious B.I.G.

5 JUL 2024 · Today, Desmond breaks down the iconic rags-to-riches story "Juicy" by the legendary Notorious B.I.G. off his debut studio album "Ready to Die." Dez highlights Biggie's signature storytelling skills, smooth flow patterns, and witty rhyme schemes throughout the song and discusses the song's lyrics and themes centered around success, perseverance, & humilty. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thank you for your support! - Dez Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games: https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/hip2dagames?t=dME3xHR59c3P0rbbrbJdSg&s=09 https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1 Connect with Desmond: https://instagram.com/desmondpowell_?igshid=ODM2MWFjZDg= https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09 REPRESENT THE H2DG LIFESTYLE! https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.com/hip+2+da+games+alternate+logo?idea=631a866ea7e9275a6f9af96c&color=black

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WNBA Standout Teams, Standout Rookies, Expansion, & Team USA

21 JUN 2024 · In today's episode, Desmond shares his thoughts on the latest in the WNBA including: The early success of the Connecticut Sun, why the Phoenix Mercury can come out the West, the flashes of greatness from Angel Reese, Cameron Brink, and Caitlin Clark, and the addition of two more franchises in Golden State & Toronto. Additionally, he talks about the 2024 Olympic roster selections before ending with his newest DOGG of the Week. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! SUPPORT THE WNBA! - Dez This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for authentic NBA gear! H2DG is working in affiliation with the NBA Store/Fanatics and will be compensated for your patronage by utilizing the link here: http://nbastore.vwz6.net/H2DG Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games: https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/hip2dagames?t=dME3xHR59c3P0rbbrbJdSg&s=09 https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1 Connect with Desmond: https://instagram.com/desmondpowell_?igshid=ODM2MWFjZDg= https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09 REPRESENT THE H2DG LIFESTYLE! https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.com/hip+2+da+games+alternate+logo?idea=631a866ea7e9275a6f9af96c&color=black

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The 2024 NBA Finals Preview: Dallas Mavericks vs. Boston Celtics

7 JUN 2024 · With the 2024 NBA Finals between the Dallas Mavericks & Boston Celtics just underway, Desmond links back up with Devaughn & Johnny to discuss potential matchups, strengths and weaknesses for each team, series predictions, & much more. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! Show some love to Devaughn & Johnny for their contributions! - Dez This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for authentic NBA gear! H2DG is working in affiliation with the NBA Store/Fanatics and will be compensated for your patronage by utilizing the link here: http://nbastore.vwz6.net/H2DG Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games: https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/hip2dagames?t=dME3xHR59c3P0rbbrbJdSg&s=09 https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1 Connect with Devaughn & Johnny: https://instagram.com/devaughnmcdonald?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/devaughmcdonald?t=DUmeo1-UpbIn5JEVPyjSkQ&s=09 https://instagram.com/johnnyworld22?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/JohnnyWorld_22?t=zO9kfGv524TqA_h4FyI1-Q&s=09 Connect with Desmond: https://instagram.com/desmondpowell_?igshid=ODM2MWFjZDg= https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09 REPRESENT THE H2DG LIFESTYLE! https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.com/hip+2+da+games+alternate+logo?idea=631a866ea7e9275a6f9af96c&color=black

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An Inside Look at New Hip-Hop Documentary "Tale of the Tape" ft. Malik Buie

17 MAY 2024 · In this episode, Desmond is joined by Malik Buie, director of the newest Hip-Hop documentary "Tale of the Tape" from Red Summer TV. Malik offers a behind the scenes look at the decade-long filming process, discusses the importance of creating a documentary focused on DJs, shares what he believes the future of the mixtape might look like, & more. Thank you for your support! GO WATCH TALE OF THE TAPE! - Dez Watch Tale of the Tape https://www.amazon.com/Tale-Tape-DJ-Envy/dp/B0CLZV7F78?crid=1D6DBOE24FLUV&keywords=tale%20of%20the%20tape&sprefix=tale%20of%20the%20tape%2Caps%2C114&qid=1714956932&s=instant-video&dib_tag=se&ref_=mp_s_a_1_1&workflowType=Commerce-TVOD&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.JvJiVOO-wrngOiETIyyVdw7_oaL99D2LkrzbPxDeSaKnwG7zxl41OP9A7Gt0PXHEeOFU5Kw-0jfQI7ynjRi8524Z1HtioR1C7sImZqSpC5VTyekMY9EMkDijhP1jpNwuvKanWh2h5q-8Qdi57_lTKwctGHMPctgdAP_W-PZ-iPmLQ1v_0mG8IhcjKfiTygfRaHvcLkdGHbX3I-yo8Zedpw.CjW0Slkt9Apnx-t8HYA35ithK4kIqky9m_WkEYXgYCw&sr=1-1 Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games: https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/hip2dagames?t=dME3xHR59c3P0rbbrbJdSg&s=09 https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1 Connect with Desmond: https://instagram.com/desmondpowell_?igshid=ODM2MWFjZDg= https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09 Connect with Malik Buie: https://www.instagram.com/kingbuie?igsh=cW5ib296OGw1Z3kw REPRESENT THE H2DG LIFESTYLE! https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.com/hip+2+da+games+alternate+logo?idea=631a866ea7e9275a6f9af96c&color=black

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Kendrick vs. J. Cole, AI in Rap/Hip-Hop, & Updated NBA First Round Thoughts

3 MAY 2024 · This week, Desmond finally gives his take on the recent Kendrick Lamar vs. J. Cole battle and how he believes J. Cole's controversial decision to fall back was bigger than Hip-Hop. Additionally, Dez talks about the use of AI in Rap/Hip-Hop after hearing Drake's "Taylor Made Freestyle" and shares some brief, updated thoughts on the NBA's first round Playoff matchups (*for games played before 4/28*). Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! - Dez This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for authentic NBA gear! H2DG is working in affiliation with the NBA Store/Fanatics and will be compensated for your patronage by utilizing the link here: http://nbastore.vwz6.net/H2DG Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games: https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/hip2dagames?t=dME3xHR59c3P0rbbrbJdSg&s=09 https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1 Connect with Desmond: https://instagram.com/desmondpowell_?igshid=ODM2MWFjZDg= https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09 REPRESENT THE H2DG LIFESTYLE! https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.com/hip+2+da+games+alternate+logo?idea=631a866ea7e9275a6f9af96c&color=black

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2024 Playoffs: Pelicans Are Sleepers, Clippers vs. Mavs Trilogy, & The Celtics' Chase for a Chip

19 APR 2024 · Ahead of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, Desmond shares his thoughts on how the Pelicans might be sleeper contenders this year, how the Clippers vs. Mavericks series could be the best of all the first round series, and why this year's Boston Celtics Playoff run is the most important one of the Jayson Tatum era. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! - Dez This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for authentic NBA gear! H2DG is working in affiliation with the NBA Store/Fanatics and will be compensated for your patronage by utilizing the link here: http://nbastore.vwz6.net/H2DG Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games: https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/hip2dagames?t=dME3xHR59c3P0rbbrbJdSg&s=09 https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1 Connect with Desmond: https://instagram.com/desmondpowell_?igshid=ODM2MWFjZDg= https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09 REPRESENT THE H2DG LIFESTYLE! https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.com/hip+2+da+games+alternate+logo?idea=631a866ea7e9275a6f9af96c&color=black

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Song Breakdown #15: "The Way I Am" by Eminem

5 APR 2024 · Desmond returns this week breaking down "The Way I Am" by the Detroit legend, Eminem, off his third studio album "The Marshall Mathers LP." Dez details Eminem's signature fundamental-yet-complex rhyme pattern featured throughout the song and uncovers the song's passionate lyrics and themes that revolve around peace, forgiveness, and identity. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thank you for your support! - Dez Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games: https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/hip2dagames?t=dME3xHR59c3P0rbbrbJdSg&s=09 https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1 Connect with Desmond: https://instagram.com/desmondpowell_?igshid=ODM2MWFjZDg= https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09 REPRESENT THE H2DG LIFESTYLE! https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.com/hip+2+da+games+alternate+logo?idea=631a866ea7e9275a6f9af96c&color=black

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Nelly Says His Era Was The Toughest EVER, Youngins Are Done With The 90s, & The WCF Race

22 MAR 2024 · Today, Desmond returns with his thoughts on Nelly saying his era of Rap/Hip-Hop from 1999-2008 was the toughest ever, the new "done with the 90s" NBA trend, and what makes the Timberwolves, Thunder, & Nuggets Western Conference Finals threats. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! - Dez This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for authentic NBA gear! H2DG is working in affiliation with the NBA Store/Fanatics and will be compensated for your patronage by utilizing the link here: http://nbastore.vwz6.net/H2DG Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games: https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/hip2dagames?t=dME3xHR59c3P0rbbrbJdSg&s=09 https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1 Connect with Desmond: https://instagram.com/desmondpowell_?igshid=ODM2MWFjZDg= https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09 REPRESENT THE H2DG LIFESTYLE! https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.com/hip+2+da+games+alternate+logo?idea=631a866ea7e9275a6f9af96c&color=black

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Ullnevano Previews New Album CONCORDS

8 MAR 2024 · In today's episode, Desmond welcomes back Baltimore emcee Ullnevano to preview his newest album Concords produced by Logic Marselis. Dez lets Neva give some insight on his growth as an artist, his goals for the album, why he feels Concords is his best work yet, & much more. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thank you for your support! GO LISTEN TO CONCORDS!!! - Dez This episode of Hip 2 Da Games is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for NBA gear! H2DG is working in affiliation with the NBA Store/Fanatics and will be compensated for your patronage by utilizing the link here: http://nbastore.vwz6.net/H2DG Listen to CONCORDS: https://magnetikmoments.bandcamp.com/music Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games: https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/hip2dagames?t=dME3xHR59c3P0rbbrbJdSg&s=09 https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1 Connect with Desmond: https://instagram.com/desmondpowell_?igshid=ODM2MWFjZDg= https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09 Connect with Ullnevano: https://www.instagram.com/ullnevanohiphop?igsh=MTlma3Z3eWZrZjdldQ== https://twitter.com/ullnevanohiphop?t=nMoZPSNvJrSb_IMsApvdzQ&s=09 REPRESENT THE H2DG LIFESTYLE! https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.com/hip+2+da+games+alternate+logo?idea=631a866ea7e9275a6f9af96c&color=black

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Killer Mike's GRAMMYs Sweep, Trade Deadline Winners, & A Warriors Play-in Push?

23 FEB 2024 · In this episode, Desmond shares his thoughts on Killer Mike's GRAMMY wins and the struggle artists and fans have balancing its prestige while acknowledging its often disrespectful shortcomings. Additionally, he reflects on NBA Trade Deadline winners and points out a couple of bright spots for the Warriors that may allow them to make a successful Playoff push. This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for authentic NBA gear! H2DG is working in affiliation with the NBA Store/Fanatics and will be compensated for your patronage by utilizing the link here: http://nbastore.vwz6.net/H2DG Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games: https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/hip2dagames?t=dME3xHR59c3P0rbbrbJdSg&s=09 https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1 Connect with Desmond: https://instagram.com/desmondpowell_?igshid=ODM2MWFjZDg= https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09 REPRESENT THE H2DG LIFESTYLE! https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.com/hip+2+da+games+alternate+logo?idea=631a866ea7e9275a6f9af96c&color=black

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Desmond Powell was the kid with the grandest NBA dreams and in the recent years developed a similar obsession with Hip-Hop. While basketball and Hip-Hop have went hand-in-hand for years,...

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