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The Podium Pod episode 12: Boomers defeat Finland on game day 1
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The Podium Pod episode 12: Boomers defeat Finland on game day 1

Insights from the ground at Okinawa.

Welcome to The Podium Pod: The Race for Naismith, a new podcast series that aims to cover the Australian Boomers as they begin their quest for a medal once again, this time in the FIBA 2023 Basketball World Cup.


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Host Adam Webster leads the show together with journalist Tom Hersz and for longtime followers of The Pick and Roll, familiar faces and seasoned voices in Ben Mallis and Jacob Doole. Tom, Jacob and Ben will be travelling and following the action at ground level, adding their perspectives as the games play out.

In this episode: Tom and Jacob who are now at Okinawa, go over yesterday’s opening game for Australia against Finland with Adam. Topics range from Patty Mills’ resurgence, Dante Exum’s excellence, keys to beating Germany with this Boomers squad and more.

All 82 games in the FIBA 2023 World Cup will be available live via ESPN Australia. Games featuring the Australian Boomers, Team USA and finals will be available via Kayo Freebies at no charge.

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In addition to this podcast show, The Pick and Roll will be covering the FIBA 2023 Basketball World Cup over socials (@PickandRollAU) and editorial content on our website as always.

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