On this episode, we come back after a long lay off with a lot to talk about. Agent Zero makes it official, and talks about his move to get into the coach ranks at the youth level. For Gil, he’s spent plenty of time on the sidelines as a parent of young players, but recent events have pushed him to become more involved. It’s something he’s been contemplating for some time, but he finally settled on his reasons to commit. Meanwhile, the tragic loss of Kobe Bryant has rattled the basketball community and the world. For Gil, he has a special connection to Kobe, and until now, hasn’t fully detailed it. As you’ll hear, they’ve had a lifetime of connection through the game. From Gil’s infatuation with a young Laker star, to the origins of a rivalry and the ultimate compliment only reserved for top tier competitors...it is a truly special relationship. Gil also defines the Mamba Mentality in his words, along with Kobe’s messaging that drove Agent Zero to use his intellect and personality to coach.

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Episode 65 - Kobe Bryant's Messaging That Propelled Agent Zero To Coach

On this episode, we stop all of the chatter and examine what makes a great scorer so damn good. Meaning, we put what James Harden is doing, and has been doing year-over-year in Houston. He cracks the code and figures out how to become the most unstoppable scorer of his era. Sure there are critics and haters, but what he’s doing is truly remarkable when you examine the layers for though and preparation. He puts the pressure on any and all defenders, and doing what the all-time great scorers do. And for young players following his blueprint, they have the model. We update and get into basketball in depth, and having something for Knicks fans…who need to start looking in the mirror.

Episode 64 - How James Harden and All-Time Great Scorers Crack the Code

On this episode, we’re joined by one of the most decorated guests ever to come through the show. Gazmine Meadows, who goes by GG and “Got Game” is a 3-time Olympic gold medalist, an All-American and the first African American female bowler at the University of Nebraska. GG, came to the NCP all from Providence, RI, to encounter another bowler with world class dreams. Before he was the Hibachi or Agent Zero, Gilbert Arenas went as Boy Wonder, El Jeffe, the Hurricane and eventually the Legend -- don’t Google these because you’ll find no trace anywhere on the internet so we’ll take our guy at his word. GG educates us on what it takes to be a high level professional bowler, how she transitioned from playing for fun to playing for keeps and how to train to be dominant. Meanwhile, the Legend himself has some ideas for GG to take her game and her swag to the next level on the PWBA tour.

Episode 63 - Be Great and Be the Show with Gazmine Mason

On this episode, we bring together two Washington Wizards greats, as "Tuff Juice" himself, Caron Butler re-unites with "No Chill" Gil. We break out how individuals from different backgrounds come together to form a team. A roster is put together on paper, but it's how the personalities mesh and the assembly of talent fits together to win game. Beyond that, there’s the role of ownership, the style of coach and, of course, the fan base. At this point, both Gilbert and Caron can speak from experience that there are adjustments to be made, that aren’t always possible when you’re young. We also take a look at young LeBron vs now and a classic Kobe story that will only add to the Mamba legend.

Episode 62 - Adjusting Your Game with Caron Butler

On this episode, we come to you from Complexcon. The yearly event of sneaker heads, hype best and culture connoisseurs, we had an invite to do a show in front of the Long Beach audience at the event. We go in on the theme of coolness and culture as it applies to a basketball team. To get us to that point, we brought on long time hoop guru, coach and fashion head, Tracey Mills. Brother of NBA vet Chris Mills, Tracey came up on the LA hoop scene and goes way back with the young NBA phenom that was Gilbert Arenas. We pick things up in the wake of KD’s comments about opting for the Nets over the Knicks, and that for young players, the Knicks simply aren’t cool. Of course there’s context to every comment, but we examine what makes a team cool, how you build a culture when there isn’t one and what it really all comes down to vision. Also, there’s the thing about ownership, because we all know money matters.

Episode 61 - The Cool Factor with Tracey Mills from Complexcon

On this episode, we’re back and just in time as the NBA season gets underway. Fresh off the opening game of two of the best teams in the league, Gil reports back from taking in the Lakers versus Clippers. Aside for Kawhi and LeBron, Agent Zero looks to how the coaches should manage the personnel on these rosters if they want to run the table. As he sees it, while they need to figure out rotations at this point in the season, they better establish their identity before their opponents make them pay. Gil also sets up what the season should bring for emerging stars Donovan Mitchell, Trae Young, Buddy Hield and RJ Barrett. As for this year’s top pick, he sees a way back for Zion from injury issues early his rookie campaign.

Episode 60 - How the Lakers and Clippers Can Optimize Their Talent

On this episode, we’ve told you to break out your notebook from time-to-time on the No Chill Podcast. Now, we’re giving you the cheat sheet. Agent Zero is at his best when he’s breaking down the game. How to beat defenses. How to find a way to score when most would say you can’t. And looking at the court as only he can.  After our first season, we’re putting it all together. Often, Gil wanted to get on the court to get his point across. That’s way better than sitting in a chair and talking game. Right?

Episode 59 - Agent Zero's Notebook

On this episode, we round up our favorite moments with some of basketball's best personalities. From Lou Williams' outlook to Kevin Durant's perspective we learned more about what makes these guys tick. Dwight Howard offered up his point of view and how it evolved over the years. And of course Nick Young kept it wild. Enjoy these highlights from season one of the No Chill Podcast, and stay tuned for more...

Episode 58 - The Best of Season 1 with Nick Young, Kevin Durant, Dwight Howard and Friends

On this episode, we dig into the newly signed ‘Fair Pay to Play Act’, allowing college athletes to make money off of their likeness. Of course it’s a step in the right direction and a game changer. However, there’s another side to the coin. Gil flips it over and looks at the entry point for the brands and companies looking to make money off of the players.  Who really benefits? Why it all revolves around the one-and-done players. And why it’s mainly about basketball versus other sports. We’ll see how things shake out as this thing takes shape and what the actual money looks like. There’s a big winner here and Gil points out that is the bigger play.

Episode 57 - Fair Pay To Play?

On this episode, once again we’re in the gym. This time focusing on the topic of taking on defensive pressure and welcoming that pressure to make you a better player. To do that, we get into it with one of Gil’s proteges, sophomore phenom, Skyy Clark. With elite college programs already knocking his door and a strong summer, Skyy will no doubt see the opposition throw their best defenses at him. No stranger to traps, double and triple teams, Gil lets Skyy (and the rest of us) in on his secrets to handling the challenge. The bottom line, you have to welcome the challenge and be prepared to handle it. Break out the notebook again, No Chill hoop  school is back in session.

Episode 56 - Train to Welcome the Pressure with Skyy Clark

On this episode, we wake up with a FIBA hangover. Team USA came up way short, be we should not be surprised. For Gil, the squad will need to have superstars show up for a shot at gold in 2020. However, he gives us a heads up, the well is not as deep as we might think. Also, we examine the true value of international play. After that, we swerve into the NFL for a minute to examine the Antonio Brown circus. On this one for Gil, there’s the way AB handled his route to New England. As he sees it, whatever course for a player to get to where they want to be, they should follow through on it. As for the off the field accusations, Gil explains how AB will focus and play through it.

Episode 55 - The Team USA Hangover and Figuring Out Antonio Brown's Next Move

On this episode, we take it to where no players like to go, and no podcasts ever go...surgery. Gilbert has been dealing with a knee issue since 2016 and as of week 4 of the BIG3 season, the injury became more severe. Agent Zero saw the doctor after the season and confirmed he would have to go under the knife. So in turn, he decided that would make for a unique podcast. We pick things up as Gil gets to the hospital and we talk through what happens when a player gets word they need surgery. Then what to expect for the road back. Then Gil goes in and gets the procedure done. And we’ll skip ahead, it the surgery went well.

Episode 54 - When Athletes Need Surgery - Agent Zero Goes Under the Knife

On this episode, one of the coolest guys in the NBA circle, that you definitely should know, Jason Arasheben aka Jason of Beverly Hills graces us with his presence. For years Jason has been the guy icing out basically EVERYONE in the NBA. The thing about him is how he got into it, and how he dominates an essential part of the culture. He also is the guy who designed championship rings for the Lakers and the Warriors, which if you don’t know, is one of the most challenging requests in sports. And for Jason it’s not just basketball, it’s all sports, hip hop and fashion at large. He goes way back with Agent Zero too. So we have to get into those statement pieces, the creative process, baller budgets and of course, the Bling Bling era. It’s the suited up edition of the No Chill Podcast.

Episode 53 - Making Your Statement with NBA Jewelry King Jason Arasheben

On this episode, owner and operator of the basketball analysis site Ball Don’t Stop, Ekam Nagra, visits from Vancouver. Beyond his loyalty to the Grizzlies, Ekam is passionate about the game and the purity of hoop. To start things off we get into the role of the media in sports, and take Gil on the other side of microphone, to examine those who cover the game. If you’re a follower of Ball Don’t Stop, you know about Ekam’s reverence for Kobe Bryant. For a guy that was a fan first, then an opponent, Gil speaks to the detail of what he witnessed going up close and personal against the Mamba. And of course there are stories. We also get into the technical brilliance of players, including Agent Zero, and their influence on the game as it evolves.

Episode 52 - Point of View with Ball Don’t Stop Founder Ekam Nagra

On this episode, we have the one and only, Jacques Slade. Nothing goes together quite like hoopers and sneakers. It’s part of the culture and know one knows the culture better than the sneaker OG, Jacques. So we pair up a sneakerhead with a hooper that pushed the shoe game envelope in his day.  For Gil, the shoe game goes far past on court performance. He takes us through what it takes to have a popular, best selling signature shoe. As Agent Zero will tell you, there’s the hype and there’s the marketing and originality that matters most. And something we can all relate to, the feeling of copping a grail or shoes that you have a personal love for.

Episode 51 - Calling All Sneakerheads with Jacques Slade

Gilbert Arenas is one of the most dynamic characters the NBA has ever seen. Agent Zero holds nothing back, puts all cards on the table and of course, has zero chill. Along with co-host Mike Botticello, the No Chill Podcast is a healthy dose of all things Gilbert, his stories, his ideas and his unique perspective, while joined by athletes, actors and comedians.

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