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141 - “I Almost Got Lost in the Portal” - Zaakir Williamson Interview. SPU Forward talks MAAC Grind
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In this episode, we sit down with St. Peter’s Peacocks forward Zaakir Williamson for an honest conversation about modern college basketball and the realities of the transfer portal.
Zaakir opens up about nearly getting lost in the portal, his journey from Buffalo Bulls to St. Peter’s, and how the MAACgrind compares to other leagues. He breaks down post footwork, film study, physical play in the MAAC, and how watching players like Paul Millsap, Boris Diaw, Draymond Green, and Nikola Jokić has shaped his game.
We also discuss:
- What the transfer portal really feels like as a player
- How COVID changed his recruiting path
- East Coast vs West Coast basketball
- Adjusting to the speed and physicality of college hoops
- St. Peter’s Elite Eight culture and March expectations
- Life after basketball, including broadcasting and fashion
A real, thoughtful conversation on player development, mindset, and navigating today’s college basketball landscape.
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