In this episode we talk to a Chicago legend in Bobby Simmons. We get into what it was like making it out of south side, committing to DePaul with multiple NBA first round picks. Bobby was drafted by Michael Jordan and has some CRAZY stories about his time around the GOAT.

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Out the Mud

Bobby Simmons | Drafted and Playing with MJ, CRAZY pro runs, out of south side Chicago & more

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The guys open the show addressing Tony’s situation before shifting to Paul’s upbringing and the Inglewood mentality that shaped him. Paul reflects on making mistakes, learning from them, and what it took to become an All-American. He walks through his decision to attend Kansas and how that experience prepared him for the next level. The conversation turns to Boston’s rookies, intense locker room fights, and behind-the-scenes Celtics stories. The episode wraps with unforgettable memories from the Celtics’ famously crazy practices, offering rare insight into the competitiveness, culture, and edge required to survive at the highest level of basketball.

The guys open the show addressing Tony&rsquo;s situation before shifting to Paul&rsquo;s upbringing and the Inglewood mentality that shaped him. Paul reflects on making mistakes, learning from them, and what it took to become an All-American. He walks through his decision to attend Kansas and how that experience prepared him for the next level. The conversation turns to Boston&rsquo;s rookies, intense locker room fights, and behind-the-scenes Celtics stories. The episode wraps with unforgettable memories from the Celtics&rsquo; famously crazy practices, offering rare insight into the competitiveness, culture, and edge required to survive at the highest level of basketball.

Paul Pierce | Gangs, Mistakes Made, Boxing in the Celtics Locker Room, Messing with TA

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The guys sit down with Ricky Davis for a powerful “Out the Mud” episode, diving deep into his journey from a challenging upbringing to life in the NBA. He reflects on his college years, getting drafted, and his transition to Cleveland during the early LeBron era. Ricky shares what it was like fighting for his spot in Boston, the experience of being traded to Minnesota, and how the league has evolved since his playing days. He closes with an inspiring look at the Ricky Davis Foundation and his commitment to giving back, offering listeners a raw and motivating look at his story.

The guys sit down with Ricky Davis for a powerful &ldquo;Out the Mud&rdquo; episode, diving deep into his journey from a challenging upbringing to life in the NBA. He reflects on his college years, getting drafted, and his transition to Cleveland during the early LeBron era. Ricky shares what it was like fighting for his spot in Boston, the experience of being traded to Minnesota, and how the league has evolved since his playing days. He closes with an inspiring look at the Ricky Davis Foundation and his commitment to giving back, offering listeners a raw and motivating look at his story.

Ricky Davis | Drafted at 17, the Fake Rebound Scandal, Dunk Contest with Vince, UCLA Runs with Kobe

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In this gripping episode of “Out The Mud Podcast,” NBA veteran T.J. Ford shares his extraordinary story of resilience—from becoming a lottery pick to enduring eight separate paralysis scares due to spinal issues. He reveals how teammates once tried to get the team to give back his contract, how his body repeatedly betrayed him on the court, and the unseen support from the people who refused to give up on him. Ford dives into the mental and physical fight behind every comeback, the lessons learned through pain, and what real strength means beyond basketball.

In this gripping episode of &ldquo;Out The Mud Podcast,&rdquo; NBA veteran T.J. Ford shares his extraordinary story of resilience&mdash;from becoming a lottery pick to enduring eight separate paralysis scares due to spinal issues. He reveals how teammates once tried to get the team to give back his contract, how his body repeatedly betrayed him on the court, and the unseen support from the people who refused to give up on him. Ford dives into the mental and physical fight behind every comeback, the lessons learned through pain, and what real strength means beyond basketball.

TJ Ford | PARALYZED 8 Times 🤯 His Team WANTED THEIR MONEY BACK? and The Guys That Saved His Career

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Bobby Simmons | Drafted and Playing with MJ, CRAZY pro runs, out of south side Chicago & more

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