Cousins with Vince Carter & Tracy McGrady
Two NBA Hall of Famers and real-life cousins, Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady, discuss basketball, culture, and their own legendary careers.
A relaxed, insider conversation between two basketball legends who happen to be family. Carter and McGrady blend analysis of today's NBA with unfiltered stories and reflections from their own Hall of Fame careers. The show feels less like a formal interview and more like eavesdropping on two pros who have seen it all, chopping it up with guests who are often peers from the worlds of sports and entertainment.
“The hosts' genuine family chemistry and shared history as former teammates and elite NBA talents create a uniquely comfortable and authentic dynamic. Their ability to relate to guests as peers—whether it's a WNBA champion or a hip-hop icon—unlocks a level of storytelling and camaraderie not found in more traditional sports talk shows.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by NBA Hall of Famers Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady, who are also cousins, this weekly podcast features conversations on NBA news, culture, and entertainment. Carter and McGrady, both former Raptors teammates, bring their on-court energy and family bond to discussions that blend current events with personal stories from their storied careers. The show is an AMP Sports original and is presented by FanDuel.
Credentials & credits
- Vince Carter: Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame (2024).
- Tracy McGrady: Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame (2017).
- Vince Carter: 8x NBA All-Star, 1999 NBA Rookie of the Year, 2000 Olympic Gold Medalist.
- Tracy McGrady: 7x NBA All-Star, 2x NBA Scoring Champion, 2001 NBA Most Improved Player.
- Vince Carter: NBA & College Basketball Analyst (NBC Sports, ESPN, Turner Sports).
- Tracy McGrady: NBA Analyst (ESPN).
Other ventures
- Tracy McGrady: Ones Basketball League (OBL) Founder.
- Tracy McGrady: Seven1 Sports Group (Co-founder).
- Tracy McGrady: Minority Owner, Buffalo Bills (NFL).
- Tracy McGrady: Investor (Biloxi Shuckers, Dasdak, PrizePicks).
- Vince Carter: Embassy of Hope Foundation.
- Vince Carter: Restaurant Owner (Vince Carter's Restaurant & Bar)
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
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- 03Jadakiss Has the Most Honest Answer About the Bucks 😂 | CousinsJun 26, 2026 · 14s
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- 05
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- 07Why the Knicks Must Keep Their Core, Plus Wemby & Dylan Harper | CousinsJun 20, 2026 · 10 min
- 08
Notable episodes
- 01Vince Carter & Tracy McGrady NBA Draft Watch Party Live From New York
In a candid moment, Tracy McGrady reveals he was nearly traded to the Chicago Bulls for Scottie Pippen on draft night in 1997, a deal Michael Jordan reportedly vetoed.
- 02WNBA Legend Cynthia Cooper on Winning 4 Championships with the Houston Comets
Cooper gives a powerful, emotional account of winning a championship the same year she lost her mother and her teammate, Kim Perrot, showcasing the show's ability to go deep on personal resilience.
- 03Jadakiss on the Knicks Championship, Giannis to Miami & Hip-Hop's NBA Influence
A quintessential episode that bridges the worlds of basketball and hip-hop, with Jadakiss offering classic rapper-to-player comparisons and sharing his perspective as a die-hard Knicks fan.
What you'll be asked on this show
Carter and McGrady favor a relaxed, peer-to-peer interview style. They often open by drawing a parallel between the guest's world and the NBA, such as asking a rapper for their NBA player equivalent. They allow guests to tell long, uninterrupted stories, interjecting with short, clarifying questions or personal anecdotes that show they relate to the experience. They probe for the mindset behind key moments, asking what conversations were like after a loss or what it took to persevere through a tough year. There's no single signature closing question; instead, the conversation often flows naturally to reflections or forward-looking takes on the league.
Co-hosted by Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady, the format is a casual, long-form conversation, often with a single guest from sports or entertainment. They frequently draw on their own professional careers to provide context and build rapport. Some episodes are recorded live in front of a studio audience, adding to the barbershop-talk atmosphere.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
11 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
industry
1- Q.01
“Who is the [Guest's Profession] of the NBA, past or present?”
This is a go-to opening for non-athlete guests, immediately bridging their world with basketball.
backstory
1- Q.01
“Where does [specific career moment] rank among your biggest performances?”
The hosts use this to gauge the personal significance of a well-known public achievement.
personal
2- Q.01
“As a [Team] fan, what was your outlook during that playoff run?”
This question taps into the guest's personal fan perspective, moving beyond professional analysis.
- Q.02
“Speak more on what you had to go through that year.”
An open-ended invitation for the guest to share more detail about a known personal hardship.
mindset
2- Q.01
“After you lose a big game, what's the conversation like amongst the group?”
Drawing on their own experience, they ask this to explore a team's internal mindset after a setback.
- Q.02
“Did you always feel like you were the best, or were there times it didn't look possible?”
This question probes for moments of self-doubt, even in the most successful careers.
process
1- Q.01
“How were you able to persevere through [a difficult period or sustained success]?”
This is used to explore the mental and emotional challenges behind a major accomplishment or dynasty.
relationships
1- Q.01
“Who did you talk to to help you get through that tough time?”
A follow-up question that seeks to understand a guest's support system during a difficult period.
future
1- Q.01
“Which NBA duo are you most excited to see next season?”
A forward-looking question to gauge a guest's current interest and predictions for the league.
craft
2- Q.01
“Which artist or collaborator do you have the most chemistry with?”
This explores the guest's creative process and important professional relationships.
- Q.02
“As a competitor, how does it affect you when another artist does things differently?”
This question frames the guest's craft in competitive terms, a lens the hosts are very familiar with.
Signature segments
- · Pick a Side, Cuz!
- · Live NBA Draft Watch Party
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show books current and former athletes, particularly from the NBA and WNBA, as well as cultural figures like rappers (Jadakiss) and actors (Larenz Tate) who have a strong connection to basketball culture.
- Cynthia Cooperon WNBA Legend Cynthia Cooper on Winning 4 Championships with the Houston Comets | Cousins
- Jadakisson Jadakiss on the Knicks Championship, Giannis to Miami & Hip-Hop's NBA Influence | Cousins
- Larenz Tateon Larenz Tate Reveals How He Got the Role of O-Dog in Menace II Society & Why Love Jones Still Matters
- Grant Hillon Grant Hill on What Could've Been With T-Mac & The Magic, Future of USA Basketball, Playing Against MJ In College | Cousins
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is presented by FanDuel and is an AMP Sports original, indicating a strong connection to the sports betting audience and major brand partnerships. Xfinity has also been a sponsor on episodes.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of Cousins?
- The hosts are Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady, two NBA Hall of Fame players.
- Are Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady really cousins?
- Yes, they are real-life cousins and were teammates on the Toronto Raptors from 1998-2000.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, new episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays.
- What is the format of the show?
- It's a conversational video podcast featuring the two hosts discussing NBA news and culture, often with a guest from the world of sports or entertainment.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube and all major podcast platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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- [01]Cousins Official Websitecousinspod.com
- [02]Vince Carter - Naismith Basketball Hall of Famehoophall.com
- [03]Tracy McGrady - Naismith Basketball Hall of Famehoophall.com
- [04]AMP Sports Announces "Cousins" Podcastsbgi.net
- [05]Vince Carter - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [06]Tracy McGrady - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [07]Tracy McGrady Talks New Business Deal With Playmakerforbes.com
- [08]Vince Carter is heading to ESPN as a full-time analystawfulannouncing.com
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