NBA style of play criticism, JJ Redick’s stellar coaching and Joel Embiid’s knee dooming Sixers

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Bomani Jones react to P.K. Subban's comments about NBA players that leads to a larger conversation on the culture and style of play in the league today. The two then breakdown the Los Angeles Lakers victory over the Denver Nuggets and potential playoff matchups as the postseason nears. Later, Vince and Bomani give Gregg Popovich his flowers and discuss what the Philadelphia 76ers should do about Joel Embiid.

Utah fires men’s basketball coach Craig Smith with Utes as 15-12

The University of Utah fired men's basketball coach Craig Smith on Monday, a day after a 76-72 loss at Central Florida that dropped the Utes to 15-12 this season. Smith was in his fourth season in charge of the program. The 52-year-old Smith will be replaced by assistant coach Josh Eilert on an interim basis as the school searches for a replacement.

Hampton defeats Stony Brook 81-49 for its fifth straight victory

Daniel Johnson scored 15 points as Hampton beat Stony Brook 81-49 on Monday for its fifth straight victory. Johnson shot 5 of 10 from the field, including 2 for 5 from 3-point range, and went 3 for 3 from the line for the Pirates (16-13, 8-8 Coastal Athletic Association). Wayne Bristol Jr. added 12 points while going 5 of 11 (2 for 4 from 3-point range) while he also had 10 rebounds.