Jonah Keri satisfies his basketball jones with NBA TV’s The Starters hosts J.E. Skeets, Tas Melas, Trey Kerby, Leigh Ellis and producers/directors Jason Doyle and Matt Osten: the origins of The Basketball Jones; continuing to produce a podcast for years despite making no money; Vince Carter and the ups and downs of the Raptors; Toronto as a sports city; branding and #WeTheNorth; Drake; finding your voice; incorporating analytics into a mainstream show; transitioning from podcast to national TV show; athletes who channel the emotions of their city; Kyle Lowry; the Spurs; whether players are consistent across teams; and the Starters’ Life Tips. The Starters are on NBA TV with all new episodes, Monday to Friday evenings during basketball season.

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