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Ben Wittenstein and Zach Badger-Hosue review the week that was in the NBA, including looking at key fantasy matchups, diving into what's hot in NBA Twitter, and much more.
We've got Doug Watley in for Zach this week, so we have to give some season-long predictions and hot takes. Then, we rank our favorite and least favorite types of basketball hoops--it gets weird. Finally, being the degenerates that we are, we give some of our favorite futures bets as we head into September.
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We're talking everything Houston Rockets with SB Nation Rockets writer Lachard Binkley! We get his thoughts on the newest additions to the team, Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, plus his thoughts on a new coach. We also get his all-time starting 5 and a big hot take for the season.
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We're talking to friend of the pod Caitlin Cooper, creator and writer of Basketball, She Wrote! We talk offseason moves for the Pacers, plus how the current roster fits together, expectations for the season, her on fire hot take for the season, and her top 5 all-time Pacers starting 5!
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We go to Detroit and talk with Detroit Free Press Pistons beat writer Omari Sankofa about what to expect from the Pistons this season. We talk new head coach Monty Williams, Cad Cunningham, Jaden Ivey, and realistic expectations for fans. Plus, Omari gives his all-time starting 5 and names a random Pistons player!
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We're starting our offseason team previews off with the Chicago Bulls! We're talking with Bleacher Nation lead Bulls writer Elias Schuster all about the Bulls' chances this year. We talk midrange jump shots, any big additions the Bulls need, and his hot takes for the season. Plus, Elias gives his Bulls all-time top 5 lineup!
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We're back! And with the lull of the offseason, we're talking theoretical blockbuster trades, including a massive four-team swap. Then, we talk Jaylen Brown's historic extension with Boston. Plus, we give our list of Top 5 Worst Offseasons for five teams each, and then end with a look at some NBA players wanting to go to Saudi Arabia.
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We're talking our top moments of Summer League and why Ben really doesn't like it. Plus, our expectations for the rest of the summer. Then, we give our top 5 teams who've had the best offseason and react to a crazy twitter day from Draymond Green!
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We give our thoughts and reactions to the Nuggets winning the NBA Finals. Plus, is Denver one of the best playoff teams in the past five years? And what we loved best from this NBA season!
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We're at a dead tie in the NBA Finals, shocking most people, so we talk about why the Nuggets lost Game 2 and what the Heat need to keep doing to win Game 3. Plus, revised series predictions and our thoughts on how the Nuggets can take the series back
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Some slow starting teams are finally starting to pick it up, we talk about who could be a sneaky playoff team. Also, the Kings and Jazz are now falling...yikes. Were they frauds? Some fun Stats of the Week and we get some thought-provoking questions from listeners about Harden vs Doncic and more.
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We finally have to start believing in the Wizards and the Kings, and Kevin Durant has been a monster. We talk about Anthony Davis' resurgence with the Lakers, Klay Thompson back into form, and Kawhi finally being back.
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SGA getting a game-winner, the Kings are rolling, and the Cavs still struggle. We talk about our Top 3 players through 15 games and also which good teams we think will fizzle out. We give our Weekend Warrior picks of teams and players we like to have a big weekend, and break down the problems of the struggling Bulls.
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Now that we're in the middle of November, it's time to start evaluating some of these teams. The Kings, Celtics, and Wizards all having good weeks, while the Cavs are struggling. We talk about the two 50+-point games had this week in the league, and also have to throw Tom Thibodeau in NBA Jail for his team's last of defense.
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Another week, and much more NBA news to get to. The small market teams have been dominating the league, so we talk about why that is and what it means. Luka has been making his MVP case, and can the Blazers keep up the good play? We throw the Lakers into the NBA Jail (maybe?) and answer some listener questions!
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The season is off and running and we've got some thoughts on what's transpired. Has it been a "backward" start? We talk about the whole Brooklyn Nets situation from Kyrie to Steve Nash to KD to Ime Udoka. Then, we break down the Lakers' rough start and take comments and questions from listeners!
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Zach previews the Washington Wizards with Washington Post Wizards beat writer Ava Wallace. They talk Bradley Beal, Kyle Kozma's role, playoff chances, and more!
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Another DOUBLE preview episode, this time, with two Western Conference teams. We talk with Anthony Irwin of Silver Screen and Roll all about the Lakers, including AD and LeBron's future, Russ and his impact, the Lakers' defense, and more! Then, we chat with David Grubb of Pelicans Scoop about the Pelicans' high expectations, Zion's health, Brandon Ingram's star power, and more!
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It's finally here! The NBA season starts this week, so of course we had to preview it all. We give all our predictions for the season awards, and who we think is making it to the Finals in June. Plus, we debate the Draymond/Jordan Poole punching incident and give our thoughts on John Wall in LA.
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We preview the Chicago Bulls with Bleacher Nation writer and podcast hostElias Schuster. We talk expectations, Lonzo Ball's injury, where they'll finish in the East, the potential of the Bulls' Big Three, Ayo's contributions, Andre Drummond's impact, Pat Williams' potential, and more!
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We're previewing one of the West's better teams in the Memphis Grizzlies! We talk with LockedOnGrizz's and NBA writer Joe Mullinax what to expect from Ja and Co. What's the starting lineup looking like without Jaren Jackson Jr.? He also gives us some surprise names that could be on the move and who could step for Memphis this year. Plus, can Ja compete for MVP this year?
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Time to look East as we preview the Philly 76ers with beat reporter Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer. We talk Joel Embiid's MVP possibilities, James Harden's chemistry, team needs, Finals chances, and more!
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It's a two-a-day this week with our team previews. First, we talk with OKC beat reporter Brandon Rahbar of the Daily Thunder. We talk Chet Holmgren's injury, the duo of SGA and Giddy, playoff potential and more! Then, we're joined by Spurs writer Burno Passos of Pounding the Rock to talk San Antonio basketball, including Keldon Johnson, tanking, and future draft prospects.
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Knicks fans...how're you feeling? We wanted to know so we asked SNY's Chris Williamson all about the Knicks. How far can Jalen Brunson take them? Can Julius Randle improve back to normal form? What's the team's ceiling this year? And Chris gives his BOLD Knicks prediction as well and much more!
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We preview one of the more dramatic teams in the league this past season. We talk with WFAN/Talkin' Nets/MLB Network's Keith McPherson all about the Brooklyn Nets. His expectations, what he thinks about Ben Simmons' fit, Steve Nash's role, KD/Kyrie and a lot more!
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Continuing on with the Central Division, we talk with Spencer Davies from Basketballnews.com and the Keepin' It 94 Podcast all about the Cavs. What to expect from a Collin Sexton deal, how the three 7-footers lineup will perform, young stars expectations, and Kevin Love's fit!
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We're back! After a couple weeks off, we make our glorious return as we start up our offseason team previews. We talk with SB Nation/Indy Cornrows writer Caitlin Cooper all about the Pacers, expectations surrounding Myles Turner, and how far Tyrese Haliburton can take them. Then, we talk with the Detroit Free Press's Omari Sankofa about his predictions for the Pistons, how much they can grow, and how optimistic fans should be about them.
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We're in the heat of summertime, so there's lots of offseason business to attend to. We take a call on our voicemail line--Give us a call 773-273-9088--and then we look at possible destinations for Deandre Ayton and who's been shining at the start of Summer League (3:15). We have to throw Minnesota GM Tim Connelly into NBA Jail (11:38) and then we give our Winners and Losers of the NBA offseason so far, a list that includes the Celtics, Cavs, and Bulls (17:00). Then we dive into some rumors and happens around the NBA in July (31:27).
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So long, partner. The Finals are over and so is the NBA season. So we recap what we liked and disliked from the Finals and what it means for Steph's legacy (3:30). We throw Jayson Tatum into NBA Jail for his Game 6 play (11:10). Then, we look at Andrew Wiggins' play, and debate whether the Warriors can continue their dynasty (15:10). Finally, Word on the Street has it that Rudy Gobert might go to the Bulls, where will PJ Tucker end up? And how bad are the Jazz's new jerseys? (24:10).
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Could the series be over on Thursday? We look back at what happened in Game 5 (1:27) and then have to throw an NBA official into NBA Jail along with a Klay Thompson look-alike (7:45). Ben dunks with Steve Kerr and Zach likes Andrew Wiggin's performance in Game 5 (11:21). There's a lot of trade rumors flying around with Rudy Gobert and the Hawks and Bulls so we look at what is possible (23:30). Finally, we give our Game 6 predictions! (29:45).
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We're at Game 3 of the NBA Finals all tied at 1-1, so we take time to recap Game 2 and give our expectations on Game 3 (3:11). Zach has to throw Steph Curry into NBA Jail, and we throw John Wall haters in there, too (9:38). Ben denies Jayson Tatum in the 2nd half of Finals Games, and we talk about Draymond Green's antics during Game 1 and Game 2 and if they are too far (17:50). We go through what the Word on the Street is regarding new Lakers coaches, and where Rudy Gobert might end up (27:05), and finally, we make our predictions for Game 3 (39:51).
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It's finally here! We preview everything about the upcoming NBA Finals (2:43) and also debate the "Jimmy Butler Shot" (13:00). We give our predictions for the Finals (21:04) and talk about the Lakers new head coaching hire (28:41).
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We're nearing the end of the conference finals, so we give our grades and thoughts on some of the...sloppiness (0:40). We also review the draft lottery and our thoughts on the Chet vs. Jabari debate (9:00). We throw NBA athletic trainers into NBA Jail (13:31). Ben gives props to Clutch Sports and shames video reviews, while Zach dunks with the Celtics and hates on NBA fines (16:17). And we debut our new segment Word on the Street! (24:37).
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We're down to the final four teams in the NBA, so of course we have to preview the conference finals. We look at the two Game 7s (1:30) and then break down the play of Luka and Jayson Tatum (9:56). We throw James Harden BACK into NBA Jail smh (19:52), and then Ben has to criticize Devin Booker while Zach praised Imo Udoka and Jason Kidd (23:14). Finally, our complete Conference Finals predictions and expectations (32:00). Zach gives his Play of the Week for Game 2, as well.
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We're in person for the first time in over two years! So we take this opportunity to question if the Suns are capable of beating the Mavs, and going over the big season award winners (1:42). Then we have to throw Dillon Brooks into NBA Jail for his Game 5 performance, and also take a player OUT of NBA Jail (10:48). Ben's dunking with the Mavs' coaching adjustments and denying the Heat's offense, while Zach rides with the 76ers (16:18). DFS is our Under the Radar player (29:59) and Zach gives a parlay for his Play of the Week.
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We're on to the 2nd round of playoff games, and Ben makes a HUGE prediction for his Finals winner in One Big Thing, along with feeling the impact of Embiid's absence (3:20). Then, we through the T-Wolves into NBA Jail for their 1st round loss (13:37). We're dunking with Jordan Poole and denying Draymond Green (17:20). Ben hates Zach's under the radar player (32:00) and Zach makes his play of the week!
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Ben's in Vegas and Zach's in Chicago but the episode still goes on! Reactions to the Celtics sweeping the Nets (2:00) and the 76ers losing two in a row to the Raptors (7:10). Plus, the Pels showing life against the Suns. We throw Ben Simmons into NBA Jail (18:15) and give props to Willie Green and Ime Udoka (24:05). A new segment about Under the Radar players (39:13) and Zach's play of the week!
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The NBA Playoffs have finally started so we're giving all our reactions from the weekend of basketball, including Kyrie's play, Boston's defense, the Bucks holding off the Bulls and the T-Wolves beating the Grizzlies. We throw Rudy Gobert into NBA Jail (14:44) and Ben makes his NBA Finals prediction already. Plus, denying the Raptors and Zach gives his NBA bet of the week!
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The boxing gloves are out because Ben and Zach are fighting! They talk all their picks for the play-in games on Tuesday and Wednesday (1:36) and then argue over whether Joel Embiid or Devin Booker or Nikola Jokic should get MVP (8:04). Then, Zach throws Ben in NBA Jail for his Jokic pick (17:15). We give the Grizzlies the props they deserve and Ben shames the Lakers for their handling of Frank Vogel's firing (27:17). Finally, Zach and Ben give their betting picks for the play-in games (38:42).
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Only one more week until the play-in games start, we so we talk about the one seed in the Eastern Conference and if teams are avoiding it (3:30). Then we discuss our MVPs and who really should win (7:30). We throw the LA Lakers into NBA Jail and talk about Anthony Davis's injury issues (14:17) and we discuss how dangerous the Raptors and the Clippers can be come playoff time (19:25).
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We're back after a week off! We look at the Celtics' and Raptors' success down the stretch and what it means for the East in the playoffs (1:40). We have to throw the Sacramento Kings into NBA jail for terrible crimes and we also suggest a few things to fix them (12:01). The Pistons' are really good at one surprise stat, is James Harden a Star or Superstar?, and the T-Wolves can be dangerous in the playoffs (18:25). Nurkic is throwing phones and Zach has his ML Parlay of the Week (30:16).
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The Chicago Bulls have some people worried, but Ben says we all have to calm down on their struggles and Zach is high on Boston (1:20). We also throw Ben Simmons into NBA prison (12:18) and talk about the Heat's chances of coming out of a really tough Eastern Conference and worry about the Jazz chances (16:47). LeBron is our Stat of the Week (34:05) and Zach gives a ML parlay play of the week!
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Harden + Embiid makes for quite the pair, so we brought in 76ers beat writer for the Philadelphia Inquirer Gina Mizell to talk Harden's impact, Embiid's MVP chances, and the 76ers' Finals odds (23:08). For the show, we talk about the impact of the Heat's defense (3:12) and we throw the Tom Thibodeau and NBA national TV games into NBA prison (10:33). The Nuggets could be the NBA's most slept on team, and what are the chances the Lakers miss the playoffs? (15:58). Finally, Zach gives his ML play of the week!
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It's the All-Star break but there's still drama because it's the NBA. Zion didn't call CJ after the trade and JJ Redick says he's detached. We talk about what that means for his future in New Orleans (1:20). Then, we have to throw the NBA dunk contest in NBA jail for being just the worst. How can we fix it? (9:40). For Dunk or Deny, Ben goes over some good season win totals to bet and Zach dunks with KAT being one of the best big men shooters (15:44). We also welcome in SB Nation's Dave King to talk Phoenix Suns, the CP3 injury, and their chances of winning the Finals (26:15).
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Ohhh boy it's a big episode this week! We have two guests but before our they joined us, we ranted all about James Harden going to the 76ers (2:45) and why Ben is all the way out on Harden enough to throw him in NBA Jail, along with the Knicks (9:30). We ride with DeMar as an MVP candidate and with the Celtics being dangerous now (15:40). For our guests, we talk with Basketballnews.com's Spencer Davies all about the Cleveland Cavaliers and their rise to a playoff team, plus the sneaky good Thunder (23:15). Then, we welcome back Stadium host Cam Smith to talk All-Star Weekend, including predictions and what to watch for (44:58).
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What a week it's been for trades in the Association, so we dive right into all the big trades thus far, which teams won and which teams lost? (1:36). For our new Prison Time segment, we have to throw Russ in the slammer and Zach throws the three-point line in there (16:19). We Dunk with the Toronto Raptors and their six-game winning streak and Deny James Harden(25:06). Our Stat of the Week comes from DeRozan AND Embiid (35:12).
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We're talking everything Grizzlies with our guest and SB Nation Grizzlies site manager Joe Mullinax this week, including Ja's MVP potential, Grizzlies championship hopes, and key role players (16:32). On the podcast, we talk Jokic's MVP chances and the Hawks surging (1:35). We introduce a new segment called "prison time" where we'll throw the Pacers and Wizards into jail (7:14). Then, we'll talk about the Western Conference All-Stars situation with Andrew Wiggins (13:11).
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This week, Ben is HOT about Grayson Allen's one-game suspension for hurting Alex Caruso, while Zach looks at two under-the-radar good teams (1:33). We then look at Kevin Love's impact on the Cavs, a new Rising Stars Challenge, and the Jazz being a bad team (8:41). We both want to see Anthony Davis come back and what his impact on the Lakers will be (23:05) and Jayson Tatum once again is our Stat of the Week (26:50). Finally, the world-famous Zach moneyline play of the week (29:25).
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We're smack dab in the middle of the NBA season and the Grizzlies are looking like contenders as the year goes on and the Warriors are looking more mortal (1:45). We play buy or sell with the Miami Heat, Evan Mobley, Jokic, and the Atlanta Hawks (6:14). Will Frank Vogul get fired? Will it even matter? (18:05). Devin Booker is our Stat of the Week (22:32) and Zach has another ML play.
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What a week it was in the NBA. We start it off by revealing who we voted for in the All-Star Game (2:04). Then, we look at how well Ja Morant and Joel Embiid have played recently, plus grading how good LeBron is at being a GM (9:25). We also hail the return of Klay Thompson and what it means to the Warriors' playoff hopes (24:00). Finally, our Stat of the Week is none other than podcast favorite Kyle Kuzma (31:04).
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The Chicago Bulls are in first place in the Eastern Conference so we look at how sustainable that is and if they have a shot at a Finals appearance (2:31). Then we look at the struggles of the Nets and why they've lost three in a row and if their Big Three can work together (13:01). The NBA is getting healthier and Josh Giddey makes history for OKC (34:12). Our Stat of the Week has TWO stats this week, too (38:19).
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It's our 100th episode! We talk a lot about Russell Westbrook this week, how good he is and how much he helps and hurts the Lakers this season (3:55). The Grizzlies are one of the NBA's best teams and is DeMar DeRozan an MVP candidate? (15:40). Then, can the Cavs keep winning without Darius Garland and the Nets are fully healthy (28:27). Nikola Jokic is doing MVP things again for our Stat of the Week (32:20).
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Happy holidays for our Christmas week episode! We're thankful for all our listeners around the world, so we listen to your voicemails first (2:28). Then, we talk about how Covid has hit the NBA with cancellations and replacement players galore (8:56). Are the Lakers good enough to make The Finals and win a championship? (19:44). There're plenty of Christmas Day games to talk about and we make our predictions for them (25:42). Plus, our Stat of the Week (31:29).
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Steph has broken the three-point record! So, of course, we talk about LeBron and the Lakers being back...(1:27). Evan Mobley and the Cavs have shown teeth, are they playoff contenders? Are the Jazz Finals contenders? And the Knicks stink again (11:23). We also hit on things we want to see this week including the NBA taking action on COVID issues (23:05). KD is our Stat of the Week this week (29:15).
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This week, we're talking everything Phoenix Suns with SB Nation's Dave King, including the win streak, DeAndre Ayton, and a possible Conference Finals run (22:26). We look at how COVID is spreading through the league and Embiid's comeback (2:44). Also, the Grizzlies are winning without Ja in a BIG way (6:20) and the Bulls are cruising with the help of Ayo (16:00).
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We're back after a Thanksgiving break and we have A LOT on our minds. We start with our One Big Things from the week (2:44) which includes the Eastern Conference's dominance. Then, we buy the Knicks being bad and the Suns being good and sell the Blazers (10:55). We look at what we want to see this week (27:00) and Zach gives his bet of the week!
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Another fun NBA week to recap AND we talk with the Washington Post's Wizards reporter Ava Wallace (38:17). Of course, we have some fun listener voicemails (2:15) and we give our One Big Thing of the week including Health and Safety Protocols and bad team finishes (7:18). Do we buy DeMar DeRozan as an MVP? What's going on with the T-Wolves and the Suns are on a nine-game win streak (15:40). We look towards this next week with things we want to see from the teams with double-digit wins and the Blazers (25:27). We have our Stat of the week, too (32:35).
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Jokic and his brothers want to fight the Morris Twins, so of course, we have to talk about who would win. We also listen to our listener voicemails (1:58) and debate if Jokic could beat Jimmy Butler in a fight and analyze why the 76ers have been so god (9:33). We play Dunk or Deny with Russell Westbrook's play this year and the Cavs' success (17:50). What We Want to See This Week consists of the T-Wolves, Hawks, and Lakers all playing better (34:13) and Steph makes another appearance as a Stat of the Week (41:52).
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We're two weeks into the NBA season so it's time to start making big hot takes. We do our One Big Thing of the week around the league lacking a serious contender and new officiating changes (2:05). We then buy blowing up the Blazers and the Wizards' success and sell the Lakers being bad (13:45). We also give our Kyle Kuzma update (17:03). We look at what we want to see from teams this week (26:55) and have our Stat of the Week (36:45). Finally, Zach gives his bet of the week (39:15).
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We've got one week of the new NBA season under our belts and with the new season comes new segments! We've got three new segments in the show, but first, give out our Voicemail Prompt (2:00) and listen to our voicemails (3:25). Then, in One Big Thing of the week, we talk the Bulls' undefeated start and the entertaining Hornets (7:00). In Dunk or Deny, we look at Davion Mitchell's defense and the Grizzlies' playoff hopes (10:35). We talk over what we want to see this week from the Celtics, Lakers, and Nets (21:10), and finally, Zach gives out a bet (32:50).
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Folks, the NBA season is finally back! So that means it's our big Preview Episode! We listen to your feedback and expectations on the voicemail line (4:06) and then look at how each conference is going to stack up and who can be conference champion (9:05). We go over our sleeper teams and players (25:56) and then give out all our postseason award predictions (32:07). Finally, we look at the numbers and give some of our best bets for Opening Night and Wednesday's games (44:03).
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In our last team preview episode of the offseason, we talk with Miami Herald sportswriter Anthony Chiang all about the Miami Heat, including Jimmy Butler and Bam's chemistry, Tyler Herro's role, their chances vs. the Nets, and where they can finish in the East (22:40). We also go through our voicemail (2:38) and talk about Ben Simmons holding out (6:31) and Kyrie missing games due to being unvaccinated (9:20). And Ben gets out all of his excitement about the Chicago Bulls' season (19:27).
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New coach, same core, new hope? We talk with NBC Sports Boston's Amina Smith all about the Boston Celtics, including what to know about new head coach Ime Udoka, playoff expectations, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown's potential, and more! (3:04).
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It's time to preview one of the Eastern Conference's top teams in the Brooklyn Nets. We talk with Jomboy Media talent and manager of Talkin' Nets Keith McPherson all about the Nets' offseason, Kyrie Irving's media day, what to expect from Kyrie, Harden, and KD, if the Nets can beat the Milwaukee Bucks, his thoughts on Steve Nash, and Patty Mills' upcoming season (7:37). We also hit on Michael Porter Jr.'s extension with the Denver Nuggets and whether he can live up to the money.
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It's a double team preview day! We have SB Nation's BrewHoop's co-managing editor Mitchell Maurer on to talk everything Bucks, including Giannis's improvement, grading offseason moves, and expectations playing against the Nets (3:06). Then, we talk with Pistons Beat Writer for Detroit Free Press Omari Sankofa about the No. 1 overall pick Cade Cunningham, the Pistons' rebuild, expectations, and play-in game chances (22:58).
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Can the Bulls crack the top 5 in the East? We talked with Stadium host Camron Smith all about the Chicago Bulls, including grading their offseason additions, Coby White and Zach LaVine's futures, playoff expectations, chemistry, and Ayo (15:47). We also take a listen to your voicemails (2:49) and answers questions on the Lakers, John Wall, and the Detroit Pistons.
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We go down to Memphis, TN this week to talk everything Grizzlies with SB Nation's Joe Mullinax. We talk about the Grizzlies' future, playoff chances, Ja Morant's improvement this season, and trade rumors, plus, Joe gives his Grizzlies Hot Take (15:31). The Voicemail line is hot, hot, hot as the takes keep flying in and is becoming the best part of the show (3:41). And finally, the newest Basketball HOF class getting enshrined this week (10:32).
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We go to Ohio this week to get the inside scoop on the Cavs' offseason with BasketballNews.com Editor and Writer Spencer Davies (7:10). We also go back to our voicemail with an interesting question about Chris Paul that splits Ben and Zach (2:05).
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We're joined this week by now-reoccurring guest SB Nation writer for Indy Cornrows Caitlin Cooper to preview everything Indiana Pacers including her thoughts on their starting lineup strength, new head coach Rick Carlisle, and her hottest take for their season (6:20). We also play some new voicemails we have from the Points Painters and preview what's to come in the next couple of weeks!
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We start our offseason team preview series in Texas! We talk with SB Nation writer and podcaster Lauren Gunn all about the Dallas Mavericks, Luka's relationship with new head coach Jason Kidd, and her predictions for this upcoming season (4:10). Next, we head southeast to Houston where we chat with SB Nation's Lachard Binkley about Jalen Green, the young roster, and the Rockets' crucial upcoming season (27:00). We also give a listen to our new voicemail (2:40) which you can call 24/7 with your NBA takes at 773-273-9088!
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We've got some show updates to give since we're now in the offseason. Including the start of our Voicemail line! Give us a call and voice your NBA opinions. Call 773-273-9088 to leave a message on our voicemail and we'll play them on the podcast! We also look at how the rookies are doing in Summer League, and Draymond calls out the Team USA haters.
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We have a SHOW this week! It was a wild start to NBA free agency, so we bounce around the league looking at some of the bigger moves like the Bulls, Lakers, Wizards, and Heat. And, as always, we have to give out our winners and losers of free agency. Is there a new favorite to win the East? How will the Lakers all fit together? We try to answer all of these questions. Plus, a look at Team USA and Kyle Lowry's legacy in Toronto.
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Ben and Nate from Sharp Lessons talk with Stadium College Basketball Insider Jeff Goodman all about the NBA Draft, which players he thinks will go where, and some surprise late first-round players to look for.
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The Bucks are NBA Champs! We talk about their Game 6 win and what it means for Giannis (1:53). We look at everything we expect to happen in the offseason, including looking at some of the juicier trade rumors (9:30). Team USA did not have a good start to the Olympics, so we look at what's wrong (28:58) and overreact about the state of basketball education in the country (35:57). Finally, NBA Twitter was crazy once again this week, so we talk about Giannis and Chik-Fil-A, Ben Simmons ghosting the 76ers, and trade rumors galore (40:41).
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We get you ready for everything Game 6! What do the Bucks need to do to win it all? How can the Suns force a Game 7? All of our keys to Game 6 in this episode (17:49). We also go through some bets we're eying (22:53). Also, we take a look at what NBA Twitter is talking about with CJ and Dame trade rumors and Team USA playing well (30:45).
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We take a look at everything Game 5, including what the Suns need to do to win back at home and how Giannis can win his first Finals MVP. We give our Best Bets for Game 5 (16:48) and also take a look at some Dame trade rumors floating around Twitter and an unusual name gets added to Team USA for the Olympics (22:52).
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The Bucks pull within one game of the Suns, so we get the scoop on everything Bucks with SB Nation/BrewHoops writer and podcaster Kyle Carr (26:37). We also review Game 3 and preview Game 4 of the Finals (1:36). We give our best bets for Game 4 (18:19) and look at some history that Giannis made (24:53). Our NBA Twitter talk consists of Giannis's shoe game, Cam Johnson's poster, and the Magic's new head coach (38:50).
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It's FINALLY Finals time! We take a look at everything Phoenix Suns with SB Nation Suns writer and podcaster Dave King (26:49). We recap a fun Game 1 (2:08) with a historic Stat of the Week (6:42). We look at some good betting strategies and picks for Game 2 (20:32) and see all the fun NBA Twitter is having with Giannis and CP3 (53:59).
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The Conference Finals are in full swing so we take a look at how each series is going, from the Suns/Clippers series (0:56) to the Bucks/Hawks (8:21). We also give some of our bets for the upcoming games (21:45). There were a lot of coaching vacancies filled this past week, so we talk about the best and worst ones and who we think will succeed with their new teams (25:53). Scottie Pippen had a lot to say about KD, Phil Jackson, and the Bulls in '94, and we ask if Dame will still be on the Blazers next season (42:24).
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There are only FOUR teams left and we had some fun Game 7s this weekend. We talk all about those two Game 7s and what it means for each team, and also the disappearing act of Ben Simmons and what the 76ers should do with their $100 million man (1:29). Then we preview the Conference Finals matchups (22:10) and give our best bets for each game coming up (31:23). Finally, we have some new coaching candidate names becoming finalists for jobs (37:50).
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It was a wild morning and afternoon in the NBA. Lots of big injury news (1:10), plus more coach firings (18:56), and LeBron tweeting at the NBA. We talk about all of it on the emergency pod because we just couldn't wait until next Monday.
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The Suns are the first team to make it into the Conference Finals, so we talk about the impact CP3 has had on that team and how they were able to sweep the Nuggets (2:37). Is Chris Paul a top 5 PG of all time? (10:59). We also look at the coaching carousel and try to match available coaches with teams that need them (31:05). And on NBA Twitter, Suns fans fighting Nuggets fans while predicting the future (40:09).
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We recap a fun Game 7 and look ahead toward all the Second Round series, and give our predictions for each one!
Game 7 Recap: 1:04
Bucks/Nets: 9:20
76ers/Hawks: 14:40
Jazz/Clippers: 22:05
Nuggets/Suns: 29:11
Predictions: 38:35
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We talk everything to expect with Game 5's, who looks dominant, and what is going on with all of the crazy NBA fans?
1:40 Playof Takeaways
2:40 Bucks sweep Heat
7:35 Nets/Celtics
11:20 Lakers/Suns
16:48 Nuggets/Blazers
21:18 Knicks/Hawks
28:01 Clippers/Mavs
32:22 76ers/Wizards
36:05 Grizzlies/Jazz
Crazy Fans: 38:51
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It's FINALLY playoff time! We recap all of the playoff series' Game 1's and what we expect to happen this week:
Grizzlies/Jazz: 1:35
Lakers/Suns: 8:10
Knicks/Hawks: 16:20
Nets/Celtics: 20:57
Nuggets/Blazers: 24:30
Clippers/Mavs: 28:52
Heats/Bucks: 31:56
76ers/Wizards: 36:35
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We talk with Fox Sports host Rob Parker about the NBA playoffs, his hate for the play-in games, why the Lakers are beatable, and why LeBron will never catch Jordan.
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Our guest this week is Sports Illustrated's Gambling Expert Ben Heisler, we talk all about the NBA play-in games and what to expect for some playoff futures (19:31). We talk all about our predictions for the play-in games and who we expect to cover (1:35). The NBA Twitter discussion this week revolves around Dame Lillard winning a fan money and LeBron saying Steph Curry should be MVP (40:04).
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With the end of the regular season almost here, we look at everything going on with the play-in games and how the Lakers might be playing chess (2:18). We look back at our preseason award predictions to see how correct we ended up being (11:25). We also discuss the legacy of Russell Westbrook and how his triple-double record impacts how people see him as a player (22:42). Finally, we react to the craziness of the NBA Twitter including huge Mother's Day gifts, Luka's punches, and Jaylen Brown's injury (31:05).
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Our top story this week is all about the Los Angeles Lakers and their struggles in the recent weeks and what it will take for them to get to The Finals (1:20). Plus, we look at the implications of the Bucks-Nets game (10:06). We overreact about the NBA play-in games (15:50) and look at a new way to bet on the NBA before the playoffs start (21:38). LeBron comments on the play-in games (26:50) and Jayson Tatum scores 60 points and what it means for the Celtics (33:40).
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With the final stretch of the season underway, we look at where things stand for the play-in tournament and who we think will get in (1:35). We also look at if Steph Curry deserves some MVP recognition (11:05). We look at what teams we're betting on to end the regular season (18:28), and overreact to Julius Randle winning the MVP (23:42). We talk about the goings-on of NBA Twitter, including Kevin Love's bizarre behavior (27:20). Finally, Bradley Beal is our Stat of the Week (39:15).
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Our guest this week is SB Nation/Indy Cornrows writer Caitlin Cooper. We talk with her about everything Pacers, the MVP race, and if this season should come with an asterisk (17:45). We have two Stories of the Week that include the Knicks' resurgence and Steph Curry being hot, hot, hot (1:20). We have two new teams you need to start betting on (10:14), and we overreact to this NBA season being "off" (32:16). Finally, we react to NBA Twitter's talk of injuries, Zion to NY, and Coby White's wild mid-game text message (36:04).
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We talk all about the Boston Celtics this week and how their play has improved towards the end of the season. Do we trust them in the playoffs, though? (1:17). NEW SEGMENT where we speak our truths on the Heat and Hawks (8:42). Betting Corner is still dominated by the Suns, and Zach has a key Zion bet (16:12). Kyrie fighting and RJ Barrett rising in our NBA Twitter discussion (21:27). And finally, our Stat of the Week is from Jayson Tatum (30:00).
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It's our Denver-themed episode this week where we look at how good they have become after trading for Aaron Gordon (5:20). Can Jokic win MVP? Or does Dame have a shot at the award? (15:10). We look at the best to rely on if you want to win 1st half spread bets (22:46). Giannis is our Stat of the Week with an inside game in the paint (35:17).
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The Nets have made yet another All-Star addition to their team, so we try to figure out what in the world the Brooklyn Nets are doing (1:30). After the trade deadline, we look at how some of the new players have been adjusting to their new squads (7:40). And the Pelicans still rule the Overs while the Suns are our best team to bet on in Betting Corner (21:47). We also look at James Harden's MVP comments and Draymond Green's craziness (30:08). Finally, our Stat of the Week is 'Zero'....(41:08).
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It was a VERY exciting Trade Deadline in 2021, so we look at what all the big moves mean, including Vucivic to the Chicago Bulls, Oladipo to the Heat, Fournier to the Celtics, Aaron Gordon to the Nuggets, and a lot more. We look at who won and who lost the trade deadline day and also why some big names WEREN'T traded. Our Stat of the Week is a wild one about the Oklahoma City Thunder (44:34).
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The first week of the 2nd half of the season in the books, we look at the directions of the best and worst teams in the league (3:46). We also look at the upcoming trade deadline and look at where some of the top trade-eligible players could end up (13:30). Finally, for Betting Corner, there's a new best team to bet on in the NBA (30:52). We also look at what's going on on NBA Twitter, including some Grammy talk (37:22), and find out why our Stat of the Week is '5' (45:27).
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After a full day of All-Star activities, we recap the whole day, including the dunk contest, Giannis's MVP, and what changes could be made to future All-Star Weekends (0:50). With the 2nd half of the NBA season approaching, we give our predictions on what we expect, where the top teams can go, and some unexpected playoff teams (19:16). On Betting Corner, we look at what teams to bet on in the 2nd half of the NBA season and who to rely on to hit all of the overs (30:30).
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We're joined this week by Stadium and MSG Network Host Camron Smith to talk about the Utah Jazz, All-Star selections, Chicago Bulls, and Damian Lillard's MVP case (18:40). Our Story of the Week talks about the Milwaukee Bucks' resurgence and their improved play (1:40). Our Betting Corner looks at the best and worst teams ATS and how dominant the Pelicans' overs have been (9:11). Lloyd Pierces firing from the Atlanta Hawks and bad officiating were trending on NBA Twitter this week (42:21), and Draymond Green and the entire Houston Rockets have our Stats of the Week (61:51).
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This week, we go around the NBA and talk about Zach LaVine with ESPN 1000 radio host Chris Bleck (26:38). Our Story of the Week talks about the Nets' winning streak and how serious of a contender they can be in the East (3:00). On Betting Corner, we look at the hottest team to bet on right now and a new team has the most Overs on the year (18:00). NBA Twitter talks about the All-Star starters and Dame Lillard calls out the T-Wolves (67:03). Our stat of the week focuses on Jamal Murray and Joel Embiid (71:25).
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This week we're talking Chicago Bulls basketball with guest Stephen Noh (24:41). We talk everything Bulls from Zach LaVine's possible all-star season to the play of the veterans to Billy Donovan's coaching. Our Top Story segment is a look at midseason MVP candidates and some outside shots we like to win the award (2:24). In our Betting Corner segment, we heap praise on the Utah Jazz, and talk about one team that continues to be undervalued (17:10). We also talk about the Bucks' struggles and Giannis's play (42:23) and overreact about Brad Stevens being on the hot seat (59:10).
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Derrick Rose is a Knick once again, so we talk about his reuniting with Tom Thibodeau and other big trade rumors in the NBA (2:40). Kevin Durant had COVID issues, and we talk about how it affects the NBA's protocols and the impact on the All-Star Game (20:06). For Betting Corner, we look at the best teams ATS and a sneaky team that's hard to bet on (26:12). LaMelo Ball is hot and Twitter is talking about him and also about Kevin Garnett (36:35). Can the Jazz remain on top of the West? (42:46). And Steph and Jokic have a milestone together (47:10).
This week, we talk with SNY anchor, reporter, and host Chris Williamson about the resurgence of the Knicks, the coaching of the Nets, and the Washington Wizards' terrible season (23:00). Since we're a quarter of the way through the NBA season, we look at teams that have underwhelmed and teams that have overwhelmed so far (1:50). We also look at the best and worst teams against the spread for our Betting Corner (16:40). We have a big NBA Twitter segment talking about LeBron getting heckled in Atlanta, Tyler Herro's new cereal, the Malik Monk Game, and new All-Star Game details (49:50).
This week we're joined by CBS Sports writer Sam Quinn to talk about the new-look Nets, other Eastern Conference contenders, the biggest threat to the LA Lakers, and even some football (16:35). We look at the two NBA teams that're streaking right now (2:31), and we cover the best and worst teams to bet on in the league this week (10:43). We also discuss the Shaq vs. Donovan Mitchell feud and Zach LaVine's greatness (40:10). Plus, is Christian Wood the NBA's Most Improved Player? (49:15).
This week we have on Spencer Davies an editor/writer/podcaster for BasketballNews.com to talk about the Harden trade, Jarrett Allen's role for the Cavaliers, the inside story on Kevin Porter Jr., and the NBA's COVID issue (20:58). Our Story of the Week deals with all of the NBA's game postponements and Harden and Oladipo playing with their new teams (2:50). We look at the best and worst NBA teams ATS for Betting Corner (13:50). LeBron is scaring the rest of the league's players (45:07) and Twitter is going crazy about James Harden and Zio (52:05).
EMERGENCY EPISODE: James Harden was finally traded and he lands on the Brooklyn Nets. Victor Oladipo goes to the Rockets and Caris LeVert goes to the Pacers. We break down the four (4!) team trade and the implications for each player and team in our emergency episode!
New episode means new segments. We bring you "Story of the Week" and this week, it's the Golden State Warriors' resurgence into the postseason conversation, plus how Steph has impacted it (2:00). COVID is causing the NBA to cancel games, we talk about what they can do about it and how the future of the league is affected (8:55). For Betting Corner, we look at the best and worst teams ATS, and how to pick confident winners (13:38). We overreact about the Knicks (20:07) and look at LaMelo Ball for our Stat of the Week (24:22). Finally, we talk about Drake for NBA Twitter (28:30).
It's now 2021 which means we look at some contenders' New Year's resolutions, including the Nets, Heat, and Celtics (1:45). There are some teams already brewing and looking good, so we look at the 76ers, Suns, and Hawks to see what makes them so good (17:18). For our Betting Corner, we go over the best teams ATS and figure out ways around the NBA's betting difficulty. For NBA Twitter talk, it's Gobert vs. Shaq, and Marvin Bagley's dad calls out the Kings (42:00). We overreact about the Cleveland Cavaliers (51:07) and Steph Curry is our Stat of the Week (54:04).
It's the first FULL week of NBA games! What a time to be alive. Which teams have lived up to our expectations so far and which ones were we dead wrong about? (2:40). We also look at some underperforming teams and ask if we should start panicking yet (26:18). For our Betting Corner, we talk about the best teams ATS and what you should bet on this week (37:16). For NBA Twitter discussion we look at KD getting dunked on, James Harden hate, and Daryl Morey doing bad tweets again (46:40). We also have multiple stats of the week including a horrendous shooting start (52:10).
It's our big preseason preview episode! We give you our predictions for each conference, who we think can make the playoffs, and what players to look out for (2:20). We give our award predictions (27:05) and look at our listeners' hot take/predictions (39:46). We give our Christmas Day game thoughts (49:10), talk about Kyrie Irving being weird (53:35), and look at if Brad Stevens is on the hot seat (58:50).
With the NBA starting in a week, we give you EVERYTHING you need to know about betting this upcoming season. We talk with Sports Illustrated's Ben Heisler about good NBA betting strategies and what best future bets to make (10:52). And we talk with Stadium's betting analyst Nate Jacobson on how to approach betting NBA team win totals (31:00). Before the interviews, we talk about James Harden's Houston return and Carmelo Anthony coming off the bench.
We have Emmy nominated Stadium and MSG Network broadcaster Cam Smith on to preview everything in the Southwest Divison, including James Harden (19:03). We talk about James Harden's absence and return to Houston and what it means for his future (2:28). We also dissect the Russell Westbrook/John Wall trade and what it means for both teams (11:30). For NBA Twitter, we talk about the NBA's new weed rules, Giannis's birthday gifts, and back-to-back game penalties (50:07).
We preview the Southeast Division in this week's episode. We talk about the Miami Heat's chances of getting back to The Finals (2:27), the Atlanta Hawks' rebirth (16:25), and the Washington Wizards playoff chances (29:49). We also introduce a new segment called Betting Corner (36:26) and 23 is our Stat of the Week (41:58). Finally, we look at what's been happening on NBA Twitter this week with Nate Robinson and the Bulls' Twitter account (46:15).
We continue our division previews this week with SNY TV anchor Chris Williamson talking everything in the Atlantic Divison (24:35). We also look back at how the draft turned out (2:15) and which teams got better during the free agency period (7:15). On our NBA Twitter talk, we talk Klay Thompson's injury, Giannis to the Lakers rumors, Verzuz battles, and fans in the stands for NBA games (45:10).
It's our big NBA Draft Preview episode! Get all the insider information on the prospects and what to expect on draft night from Stadium's College Basketball Analyst Jeff Goodman (14:18). And get tips and info for betting the draft from Sports Illustrated Fantasy and Gambling Editor Corey Parson (30:58).
Before the interviews, we talk about the recent Chris Paul trade from OKC to Phoenix and what it means for both teams. We also weigh in on the James Harden and Russell Westbrook trade rumors.
We're back! After a couple of weeks off, we're back and so is the NBA (sooner than we thought). We talk about all the new finalized start dates for the next NBA season (NBA CHRISTMAS!) and what it means (2:40). We also look at all the new coaching changes that have taken place in the last two weeks with the Rockets, Pacers, Pelicans, Nets, and Bulls (11:35). And we have ESPN NBA writer Eric Woodyard on the show to preview everything from the Central Divison (30:00). We also go over a very interesting finding about the NBA's time in the bubble (43:57).
With Darryl Morey now stepping down in Houston, what does the future of the Rockets team look like? (3:25) We also look at Ty Lue becoming the Clippers head coach and how that can help them next season (13:20). The rumor mill is flying with Derrick Rose might be going to the Lakers. We talk about how that can happen (17:50). We look at LeBron going to Vegas (26:50) and start looking towards the NBA Draft in November.
The LA Lakers are the NBA Champs! We talk all about their Game 6 and series vs. the Heat. We look at the Heat's play and what they need to do to get over the hump next season (12:51). With the pandemic still going, we look at what the NBA's future looks like and when next season will start (19:03). NBA Twitter talk includes Quinn Cook being left behind the team bus and LeBron vs. MJ arguments (26:30). Can the Lakers repeat? We overreact about that (36:40).
The Heat pulled off the upset and won Game 3 against the Lakers. We talk all about how they did it (1:25). Zach questions the Laker's rotations (15:20), and we look at when Bam and/or Dragic can come back and what difference they could make (17:40). We also look at NBA Twitter and Tyler Herro's snarl and a surprising Rockets coaching candidate (24:40). Jimmy Butler has our Stat of the Week (37:55) and we overreact about the Heat's chances (40:00).
The Lakers dominated Game 1 of the NBA Finals, so we talk about how they did it, what went wrong for the Heat, and what Miami needs to do to get a win (1:15). We also talk about the NBA looking at a Rooney Rule for head coaching hirings (14:00). Stadium host Amina Smith joins us to talk about her Miami Heat's playoff run and how they can improve in the Finals (24:30). We look at NBA Twitter's reaction to Game 1 and new coaching moves (36:48) and analyze a very unique Lakers stat (47:31). Finally, we overreact about the Miami Heat and where they fall on talent level in LeBron's other Finals opponents (50:48).
The Finals are here and we preview everything you need to know, including matchups to watch, coaching strategies, and our predictions (2:20). We also talk about the Bulls new head coach Bill Donovan and what he will bring to Chicago (20:30). Stadium betting analyst Nate Jacobson is our guest to bring us his Finals betting tips and what to look for (28:40). We look at the Clippers coaching moves and who they should look for (43:00) and our Stat of the Week involves LeBron James (53:20). Finally, we overreact about the Boston Celtics (56:25).
We're into the Conference Finals this week, so we take a look at the Lakers/Nuggets series and Anthony Davis's game-winner (1:10), and examine the Celtics/Heat series and what's allowed the Celtics to stabilize the ship (9:30). We also talk about Giannis winning MVP and what it means for LeBron (18:34). For NBA Twitter talk, we bring up Gordon Hayward's immaculate mustache and talk about the finalized Bulls coaching candidate list (24:30). Jamal Murray is involved in our Stat of the Week (31:37), while we overreact about the Denver Nuggets winning a game or two (33:30).
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The Nuggets beat the Clippers in Game 7 so we talk all about that game and series, and how the Nuggets pulled off the upset, plus three crazy stats from the series(1:25). We then preview the Western Conference Finals between the Nuggets and Lakers (14:30) and the Eastern Conference Finals between the Heat and Celtics (20:30). For our NBA Twitter talk, we LOVE talking about all the Clippers slander on social media, from memes, to CJ and Dame, to the Nuggets own twitter account getting in on the action (31:23). Finally, we ask if the Clippers' issues were overlooked throughout the season in our overreaction segment (53:30).
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We look at all the second-round playoff matchups happening, including the Heat going up 3-1 on the Bucks (1:30), The Nuggets and Clippers being closer than expected (9:30), and the Celtics and Raptors evening out (16:10). We also look at people tweeting about officials in NBA Twitter talk (21:33). Our Stat of the Week deals with the Lakers playing small ball and Russell Westbrook's historic shooting struggles (40:40). Finally, we take a look at the Nets hiring Steve Nash and what it shows about how coaches are hired in the league (48:40).
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The Bucks and NBA players started a movement with their wildcat strike last week, so we talk all about it and what it means for the future of the league and of sports (1:00). We look at the wild Nuggets/Jazz series and why the series went 7 games (9:55). We also discuss the Raptors/Celtics series and why the Raptors disappointed in Game 1 (20:45). We look at the Luka vs. Marcus Morris beef, Paul George, and more on NBA Twitter talk (27:45), and we look at some incredible stats from the Nuggets (35:55). Finally, we ask if the Mavs can be contenders next season (39:25).
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We look at the first week of the NBA playoffs and see which teams are playing like contenders and which are struggling (1:25), we look at the week ahead in the playoffs to discuss which games and matchups we like (27:25), and recap the draft lottery (33:10). We also praise Luka once again and what he's meant to NBA Twitter (38:21). The Heat are responsible for our stat of the week (44:44) and our Overreaction segment came true when Brett Brown fired from coaching the Sixers (48:47).
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The playoffs have begun! We preview the matchups in both the East (4:22) and the West (16:55). We also discuss the Bulls' and Pelicans' coaching changes (30:10). We have Stadium betting analyst Nate Jacobson as our guest to give NBA playoff betting tips and useful strategy to use when betting on games in the bubble (37:15). Zach wants more respect for Melo (64:50), and Dame once again is our stat of the week (71:15).
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The Suns starting out 5-0 is just one of the many surprises in the NBA we discuss (1:38) along with injuries to some key players that could change the playoff outlook (17:22). We welcome Stadium's Amina Smith on to talk her love of the Miami Heat, Damian Lillard being awesome, and thoughts on the NBA's yearly awards (23:32). The NBA Twitter segments consists of Dame Time and Paul George going at each other, Draymond Green's big mouth, and Carmelo Anthony moving up on the NBA's scoring list (46:15). Damian Lillard and Luka Doncic are in our Stat of the Week segment (58:21) and finally, we overreact about the Portland Trailblazers (63:46).
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We've got real NBA games this week! We talk everything about what happened for restart weekend, including the officiating, surprise starts, and biggest takeaways (1:17). We then talk about the under the radar teams that could make an impact (27:17), and Joel Embiid and the Sixers' problems (37:02). We also look at virtual fans and crowd noise for NBA Twitter discussion (43:31), and talk about the Grizzlies' chances at keeping that 8th spot (52:10). Our stat of the week comes from the Indiana Pacers...(54:28).
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The NBA is back this week! We talk about what we've liked and disliked from teams during exhibition games in the bubble (2:29), Lou Williams' wild night in an Atlanta club (24:13), and the Knicks' new coach Tom Thibodeau (30:36). We also look at NBA Twitter, including Ben Simmons' three-point shooting and the repercussions of players trash-talking on the court (36:06). Should the Nets and Wizards even try? (43:35). And our opening day predictions!
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NBA teams and players arrive in The Bubble in Orlando and craziness ensues, we talk about the players who won't be playing, people being invited into the bubble, and Rajon Rondo's injury (2:11), and the bad food that players were complaining about (15:28). We also look at the finances of the league after losing gate revenue (20:02). We check in on NBA Twitter which has been crazy this past week with shotgunning beers, players partying alone, NBA outfits, and more (27:28). We also give our top centers from the 2000s (47:46).
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We finally have an NBA schedule! We talk all about it and what we expect from the league's top teams in their 8 games before the playoffs (1:52), we also discuss how the new setup can change gambling practices and what to watch for in the spreads (25:08), and also take a look at how the WNBA is starting its league (31:50). We continue our top players of the 2000s with our top PFs (36:00), and also ask if it is reckless for the NBA to hold their season in Florida with rising COVID cases (44:33). Finally, we look at everything going on in the NBA Twitter world including JR Smith and a long-rumored NBA Jam glitch (52:46).
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The NBA may finally (possibly, maybe) be making its return on July 30th. We talk all about what to expect and how the league plans to handle coronavirus testing (1:53-11:31), and we look at the NBA players who are voicing caution in returning and how the players want to stay safe (11:31).
We welcome NBA writer Eric Woodyard and talk everything from dissecting the NBA's Disney World Bubble plan, the players participating in protests, and the top SF's in the 2000s (16:53-37:50)
We also talk about former players speaking out against owners (37:50), and look at the craziness of NBA Twitter, including Jokic's weight loss and the terribleness of NBA 2K video games (56:02).
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This week we talk about the NBA making plans to play the rest of the season and playoffs in Orlando (2:27), why the negotiations have been so smooth (13:53), and a real-life trade rumor to talk about regarding the Wizards (22:07). We continue our top players of 2000-2010 and do Shooting Guards this week (30:10), and look at NBA players, coaches, and teams speaking out on and at protests across the country (51:40).
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This week, we talk everything going on to get the NBA regular season back (1:42), including the opening of facilities (11:22). We also reveal who our favorite point guards of the 2000s are (21:22), and we re-hash the MJ GOAT argument. We also talk about NBA Twitter, including The Last Dance (35:16), and talk with Stadium's Michael Rizzo about his thoughts on the Last Dance and who he has as his favorite PG of the 2000s (51:10).
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Still no NBA, STILL no problem. We take a look at Adam Silver saying they may push back the start of next season until December (5:20), the NBA opening up practice facilities and what it means (8:32), and Chris Paul possibly being traded to the New York Knicks (18:52). We also scan NBA Twitter and talk about Isaiah Thomas multiples getting mad, LeBron training, and more talk about the end of college basketball as we know it (kind of) (26:10).
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Still no NBA but lots to talk about. The future of college basketball is discussed with Jalen Green choosing the G League over college (1:21). Should the NBA restart for just the playoffs? (12:15), and what we thought of the wild NBA H-O-R-S-E contest this past week (18:52). Plus, NBA players are taking a pay cut (22:51), and would MJ have done as well if he played in the mid-2000's? (28:06). For NBA Twitter, we look at Kawhi texting a lot, Kendrick Nunn's ROY argument, and possible NBA Draft issues (36:54).
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In our quarantine episode, we talk all about the Bulls' new hire of Arturas Karnisovas to their Executive VP of Basketball Operations position, what it means for their head coach and their future (0:42). We also talk about the potential of an NBA Rooney Rule (24:22). We look at the NBA players now playing 2K from home (36:42), and some trouble possibly brewing between Atlanta Hawks head coach Lloyd Pierce and star Trae Young (42:26). We finally take a look at NBA Twitter, which includes LaMelo Ball buying his Australian basketball team and NBA and WNBA players competing in a televised H-O-R-S-E contest (46:40).
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We're social distancing but can still podcast, so we talk about the NBA's moves in the past two weeks (2:00), Adam Silver's leadership through a global pandemic (9:34), and what we want to see happen in the coming months with the NBA (12:04). We also debate which NBA players are good at playing NBA 2k (17:15). Stat of the Week is looking at all the NBA teams and players donating money to arena workers (23:11), and NBA Twitter consists of players posting videos of themselves quarantined, and The Big3 league making plans for some basketball in mid-April (28:07).
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The Nets head coach Kenny Atkinson gets canned before the end of the regular season, so we discuss what it means, his future, and the Nets' future (2:45), and some non-playoff teams who have the brightest futures (24:37). We also looked at the Bucks vs. Lakers game (38:00) and Aaron Baynes having a career night (45:05).
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We look at the Celtics vs. Rockets matchup and how that will impact the rest of the season (1:30), the Jazz have struggled since the All-Star break and we look at what could fix them (6:35), and what the playoff picture looks like as we approach the final month of the regular season (11:01). We ask what teams not currently in the playoffs could make a run to get in (20:20). We also dissect the Giannis and Harden beef in our NBA Twitter segment (30:38).
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For this week's episode, we make our second half (last third?) predictions (1:34), debate who can take their team further, Jimmy Butler or Joel Embiid (9:39), and dissect what makes the Bucks so great this season (15:55). We also talk about LeBron for our Stat of the Week (20:34). We also talk about Jayson Tatum's amazing 2020 thus far (28:25). For NBA Twitter, we look at Dwyane Wade's jersey retirement and the Kings sending everyone Valentine's Day cards (33:09).
It was a successful All-Star Weekend in Chicago! We recap everything from the celebrity game (2:41), the game itself (5:23), and the three-point and dunk contest (13:30). We also look at an amazing stat about Kawhi Leonard (25:34) and report on what went on on NBA Twitter during All-Star Weekend (31:52).
With the Oscars being on Sunday, we did our own version of the NBA Oscars (1:52), we give our reactions to some of the bigger trades (14:50), and check who could be grabbed off the buy-out market (23:53). We also check in on the Raptors' winning streak (26:48), and for NBA Twitter, we talk Dame Time (34:18) and Serge Ibaka and OG's obsession with scarves (42:34).
The full all-star teams are here so we dissect them and the new all-star game rules (2:03), and we look at some teams that are buying and selling at the upcoming trade deadline (13:41). We also discuss Dame Lillard's recent hot streak (21:12) and Billy Donavan's Coach of the Year chances (26:36). For NBA Twitter talk, we look at Steph's top 5 NBA players and Aaron Gordon in the dunk contest (29:27).
We remember Kobe Bryant and play some clips from players and coaches from around the NBA remembering one of the NBA's greats. Jay Williams (3:00), Doc Rivers (6:10), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (8:25), Brad Stevens (10:04), Rachel Nichols (12:42), Brian Shaw (13:57), Kobe Bryant (15:44).
This week we talk about how big Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been for the Thunder (1:57), the Rockets' struggles (5:27), and a new WNBA deal (11:05). We also look at Brandon Ingram's recent dominance (14:28) and where the Memphis Grizzlies and Ja Morant stand (18:59). Finally, our NBA Twitter check includes Bulls' potential future moves and the change in NBA shot selection (22:25).