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Chris Murphy
What it do baybee! A podcast where a fan with zero credibility gives his opinions on the NBA and its latest headlines. Opinions that no one asked for. Enjoy!
The Warriors are struggling. With a 17-20 record and sitting at 12th in the West, will they make a move before the Trade Deadline? NBA Expansion rumors, how would this change the layout of the conferences and divisions?
The final episode of the 2023 calendar year! Surprises (and non-surprises), current standings, trade scenarios. Happy New Year!
Russell Westbrook finds himself in another verbal altercation with a disrespectful fan. Both LA teams find themselves in trouble early in the season. Chris Paul and Scott Foster's situation is troublesome. In-Season Tournament updates. Marquee Matchups: Sixers x Celtics, Pacers x Heat
The NBA suspends Draymond Green for five games WITHOUT pay for his chokehold on Rudy Gobert. Is it time for the Bulls to trade Zach LaVine? The In-Season Tournament is in full swing and I have thoroughly enjoyed it! Marquee Matchups: Rockets x Clippers & Mavericks x Bucks
The basketball world lost an icon this week. Rest in peace to legendary coach Bobby Knight. The NBA season has been off to an exciting start. James Harden traded to the Clippers!? NBA In-Season Tournament begins this Friday. Week 2 Marquee Matchups: Thunder x Warriors, Nuggets x Mavericks
It's a new season, you know what that means! The NBA is back, tip off is tonight and Another Turnover is ready for it. Season 4 Premiere has arrived. Listen in for some of my bold takes for the year, predictions, and updates to weekend Marquee Matchups. Let's get it!
The culmination of the NBA season is upon us. The 8 seeded Miami Heat will face off against the 1 seeded Denver Nuggets in the NBA Finals. Who will be this year's NBA Champions? Also discussed are the year's biggest headlines including the winners of this year's NBA Draft Lottery.
The Milwaukee Bucks (my preseason champion pick) has been eliminated by the Miami Heat in 5 games. What's next for them? The Knicks have won their second playoff series...THIS CENTURY! After losing the first two games, the Warriors have won three straight and have the opportunity to close out the Kings at home. More playoff recap.
The playoffs are in full swing! The first two games have brought plenty of drama and entertainment. The Warriors are down 0-2 for the first time in the Steve Kerr era, Giannis, Kawhi, and Ja Morant have missed games due to injury, and much more. More NBA Awards announced.
It's been a long, whirlwind of 2022-2023 NBA season, but the playoffs are here! Saturday April 15th, the NBA postseason begins. First round predictions and more!
The NBA Playoffs start in just over a week! Seeds 5-11 are still undecided in the West. The Warriors, Lakers, and Pelicans are fighting hard for that coveted #6 spot against the Kings. The Knicks are set for a much anticipated matchup against the Cavaliers in the first round. Needless to say, but these last two regular season games will be huge!
The Final Four is set. UConn will take on Miami and San Diego St will face off against the "cinderella" team, Florida Atlantic University. The Western Conference is wild right now, seeds 6-10 only separated by two games, with 6 games left in the season. Current standings.
With special guests Cameron Walker, Ian Sadler, and Joel Wallace. Most exciting matchups, upset watch, breakout players, and Final Four predictions.
The NBA has a serious accountability problem with its officials. Colorado police have decided not to charge Ja Morant due to lack of evidence. Dillon Brooks takes a shot at Draymond Green, Draymond fires back. Jim Boeheim out at Syracuse after 47 seasons, salut!
Ja Morant has had some troubling allegations against him with two incidents last summer and one earlier this year. Something, Nothing, or Everything for the Knicks, Mavericks, Lakers, and more.
The season is winding down with only around 20 games left! Plenty of changes could still happen, but five storylines stand out heading into season's end. Would a title in Phoenix help KD's legacy? Should the Lakers "blow it up" if Lebron and company miss the playoffs again? How does the Westbrook signing help the Clippers? All this and more!
All-Star weekend takes place this Friday-Sunday in good ol' Salt Lake City, Utah! I give my opinions on the winners of the Celebrity Game, Rising Stars Challenge, Skills Challenge, 3PT Competition, Slam Dunk Competition, and the All-Star Game. Around the Association includes news centered around Celtics Coach Joe Mazzulla, Michael Jordan, and more.
This has to be one of the craziest NBA trade deadlines I have ever witnessed! Major trades leading up to the Thursday deadline at 3PM EST. Kevin Durant is now on the Phoenix Suns, the Lakers traded Russ in a three team deal, and Dallas now has a deadly backcourt with Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic! Special Guest to help me breakdown all of this week's trades Mr. Cameron Walker!
Current NBA standings as of February are mixed with teams we expected and some pleasant surprises. The All-Star Game starters and reserves have been announced (snubs???). Could Jokic really achieve a feat that has not been done since 1986? Early congratulations to LeBron for passing Kareem's all time scoring record, well done!
Kevin Durant suffered an MCL sprain in their win against the Heat this past Sunday. There's optimism that he'll return within four weeks. The All-Star Weekend is fast approaching and once again LeBron is the leading overall vote getter. I give my, potentially controversial, top 3 legitimate contenders for the title this season.
Happy New Year Another Turnover fam! The end of the year and the new has brought some incredible performances league-wide from Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Klay Thompson, and plenty more! But is all this scoring bad for the league? Zion Williamson out at least three weeks with a hamstring injury. East/West Standings as of January 5th.
Steph Curry suffered a shoulder injury Wednesday night verses the Pacers, Draymond Green gets a fan tossed due to "life-threatening comments", and potential trade targets for teams around the league. Last episode of 2022! I hope you all have a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a very Happy New Year!
Brittney Griner is back home in the United States after being wrongfully detained in Russia for 10 months. Trae Young and Head Coach Nate McMillan have a "miscommunication?" Nike has dropped Kyrie Irving as a Nike athlete, he is now a sneaker free agent. Marquee Matchups: Suns x Pelicans, Celtics x Warriors, Kings x Knicks.
The Lakers haven't been completely awful, they've attained a 6-2 record over the past 8 games. Solid play overall from their Big 3. LeBron James comments on the Washington Post's article/photo of Jerry Jones. Kris Middleton is nearing his return after missing 20 games. Marquee Matchups: Nuggets x Hawks, Kings x Clippers, Celtics x Nets.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE! Today's episode is all about giving thanks. Plenty of things that I am thankful for when it comes to all things NBA. Marquee Matchups: Knicks x Warriors, Magic x Pacers, Heat x Cavaliers.
The Jazz are off to a hot start at 10-3, can they keep on winning? Current standings discussed for the East and West. Noteworthy games of the week. Marquee Matchups: Nuggets/Celtics, Nets/Clippers, Jazz/76ers.
The Brooklyn Nets have dominated the headlines this week (for all the wrong reasons). Steve Nash is out as Head Coach, Ime Udoka in talks to take over, Kyrie has been SUSPENDED, and the Bucks are undefeated after 7 games. Should the Clippers be worried about Kawhi's health? Marquee Matchups: Blazers x Suns, Pelicans x Hawks, Bulls x Raptors
Who would have guessed the Jazz and the Blazers would be leading the West in the early part of the season!? Not me, but I'm not surprised the Nets and the Lakers are off to a slow start. Marquee Matchups: Lakers/Timberwolves, Hawks/Bucks, Knicks/Cavs
NBA Opening Week is in full swing. Plenty of storylines have tipped off this young season. The Celtics had a solid showing against the Sixers, the Lakers roster was no match for the Warriors on ring night, and Zion and the Pelicans looked like legitimate contenders against the Nets. Plenty of games that surprised me on Night 1/Night 2 of opening week! WEEK 2 MARQUEE MATCHUPS: Fri - Nuggets/Warriors, Sat - Cavaliers/Bulls, Sun - Suns/Clippers.
GUESS WHO'S BACK!? BACK AGAIN!? Season 3 of Another Turnover is HERE! Feels good to be back talking hoops, I missed y'all! ! I'm looking forward to a great season with more guests, more segments, and more terribly aged takes. Shout out to Chris and Jason for hopping on the season premiere. We discuss our bold takes, award predictions, standings, and our NBA Finals matchup!
Season 2 Finale. The 50th episode extravaganza. Preseason predictions vs actual results, Marquee Matchups record, Troll comments, and the 2nd Annual 'Murph Awards.'
Golden State has defeated Boston in a hard fought six game series. This is their 4th title in 8 years, a true dynasty. Steph Curry showed up and showed out. Winning the one trophy that has alluded him his whole career, NBA Finals Most Valuable Player. Congratulations to the Warriors on a great season!
The Boston Celtics lead the Golden State Warriors 2-1 going into Game 4 this Friday. Will we see more stifling defense from the Celtics? Or will the Warriors back yet again and tie this series heading back to San Francisco? Also, the Celtics Finals MVP race is incredibly tight, while the Warriors Finals MVP race isn't even a competition.
The Finals are here baybeeeee! The Boston Celtics take on the Golden State Warriors in Game 1 of the NBA Finals tonight! This Finals preview show includes a very special guest. The man, the myth, the legend, Mr. Matthew James Murphy.
We are down to the last four teams of the Playoffs. The Eastern Conference Finals features Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics vs Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat. And on the West, Luka and the Mavericks face their toughest task to date, the Golden State Warriors.
- Will the Warriors be able to "Whoop that Trick" and advance to the Western Conference Finals?
- Could this Suns-Mavericks series be the start of a career-long rivalry for Devin Booker & Luka Doncic?
- The Boston Celtics face a dire situation down 3-2 heading back to Milwaukee for Game 6.
- The outcome of this Heat-Sixers series could lead to huge ramifications for both franchises.
The Phoenix Suns have steamrolled the Dallas Mavericks and taken a 2-0 lead going into Game 3. The Warriors and the Grizzlies are tied 1-1 after a myriad of flagrant fouls, emotions, and drama. The Sixers are in danger of being swept without presumed MVP Joel Embiid. The Celtics and the Bucks are in a dogfight after the Celtics huge bounce back Game 2 win.
Where I Was WRONG: Nets-Celtics, Where I Was RIGHT: Bulls-Bucks, Where I Am Right (SO FAR): Jazz-Mavs & Raptors-Sixers, Where I Am (KIND OF) Right: Hawks-Heat & Nuggets-Warriors
NBA Season Awards
The start of the 2022 NBA Playoffs are only hours away! The first round is full of intriguing matchups and should bring plenty of dramatic moments.
The Lakers have been eliminated from play-in contention (thanks to the Spurs)! Who's mostly to blame for this disappointing season? The NBA Playoffs are just over a week away. Who are the "Contenders" and who are the "Pretenders?" 2010s All-Decade Team from the AP. Marquee Matchups: Cavs-Nets, Warriors-Spurs, Celtics-Grizzlies.
March ended the same way February did, with the Heat and Suns still leading their respective conferences. With plenty of moving parts and the NBA playoffs only weeks away, there is no time for teams to take their foot off the gas. The NBA MVP race is tighter than it's ever been. Quick Headlines regarding Anthony Davis, Paul George, and Robert Williams. The Final Four. This weekend's Marquee Matchups: Suns/Grizzlies, Nets/Hawks, Bucks/Mavericks.
- The NYC mandate has been lifted, Kyrie Irving now eligible to play home games in Brooklyn.
- Jimmy Butler and Head Coach Erik Spoelstra needed to be separated?
- Zion Williamson's situation in New Orleans keeps getting stranger.
- NCAA Tournament first weekend recap.
- Weekend Marquee Matchups: Sixers-Clippers, Spurs-Pelicans, Celtics-Timberwolves.
March Madness 2022 has begun!! I gotta give the NCAA some love in this episode and talk about my bracket, upsets, notable matchups, and my Final Four picks. Also, in NBA news, scoring outputs seem like they're at an all-time high! Steph Curry has been injured, but is expected to be back for the playoffs. Weekend Marquee Matchups: Suns-Bulls, Mavs-Hornets, and Grizzlies-Rockets.
Should LeBron and the Lakers shut it down for the rest of the season? The Nuggets have played all year without two max contract players, are they getting the proper respect? The Nets and the Sixers faced off in a highly anticipated bout, but only one team came to play. Marquee Matchups this weekend: Macs-Rockets, Nuggets-Raptors, and Knicks-Nets.
The Lakers have been on the struggle bus all season. At this point, would anyone be surprised if they missed the Playoffs? The Boston Celtics have bounced back in a big way since the start of 2022. What Ja Morant did to my Spurs was disrespectful (but man was it impressive). The 76ers look great with the addition of James Harden, but are they really suited for a deep Playoff run? Weekend Marquee Matchups: Bucks-Bulls, Warriors-Lakers, and Nets-Celtics.
February 2022 recap. The Miami Heat and Phoenix Suns are still leading their respective conferences. Boston is no longer a play-in team, but Brooklyn can't seem to buy a victory. The MVP favorites are Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokić, and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Are "Big Men" back in the NBA 🤔? Around the Association news includes Kemba Walker's shutdown from the Knicks and an update on if Kyrie Irving will be a full participant for the Nets. Marquee Matchups for the weekend: Mavericks vs Jazz, Grizzlies vs Bulls, and 76ers vs Knicks.
This episode consists of my all-time NBA All-Star Game starting five. With a team of Kobe, Born, and MJ, who would stop them? I also discuss the hottest teams and hottest players going into the All-Star break. Also, San Antonio Spurs Coach Gregg Popovich is only three wins away from being the all-time winningest coach in NBA history. Marquee Matchups are made up of Team LeBron vs Team Durant.
This was one of the wildest trade deadlines in recent memory! Twitter "Woj bombs" were dropping left and right. A HUGE trade was made between two Eastern Conference powerhouses, among many others across the league. The All Star draft between Team LeBron and Team Durant took place last night on Inside the NBA and brought plenty of comedic moments. Marquee Matchups for the weekend include the Nuggets/Celtics, Lakers/Warriors, and T-Wolves/Pacers.
Happy Black History Month! The NBA has announced the remaining spots for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. My boy Dejounte got snubbed cries! The Phoenix Suns are playing tremendous basketball, winning 11 straight, including a victory over the Brooklyn Nets. The Memphis Grizzlies are still exceeding expectations. The Dunk Contest participants have been announced and this weekend's Marquee Matchups includes Rockets vs Spurs, Heat vs Hornets, and Hawks vs Mavericks.
This episode recaps what's happened in January around the league. The Miami Heat and the Phoenix Suns are leading their respective conferences. Giannis is still putting up MVP caliber numbers. The 2022 All Star Starters were announced and Draymond Green has signed a first of its kind deal with Turner Sports.
Let's talk about the upcoming 2022 NBA All-Star Game! I have some picks who I WANT to see on the team and I'm sticking by them. Recent news Around the Association includes Lonzo Ball's knee surgery, Frank Vogel's job security in LA, and more Ben Simmons trade rumors.
This week I discussed some of my favorite moments of the week! Klay Thompson returned, the Nets DESTROYED the Bulls, and Devin Booker almost fought the Toronto Raptors'...mascot? Also, Around the Association brought us the first major trade before the deadline, more Ben Simmons news, and an update on the health of Damian Lillard.
Happy New Year baybeee! We are back for more hoops talk in 2022! First episode of the new year recaps the return of Kyrie Irving (part-time), Ja Morant's career stretch, Dirk Nowitzki's all-time ranking, and this weekend's Marquee Matchups.
The conference standings look a bit different since we last took a look at the season so far. The Nets and the Suns are leading their respective conferences, but the Bucks and the Warriors are not far behind. Also, listen to who I think are the leading candidates for the league's Most Valuable Player and Most Improved Player!
This weekend's Marquee Matchups predictions were a clean sweep, 3-0! Warriors defeated the Suns, Bucks defeated the Heat, and the short-handed Hornets defeated the Hawks. Around the Association includes news about DeMar DeRozan's health and safety protocol status, Luka's relationship with the officials, and the termination of Portland Trail Blazers GM/President of Basketball Operations Neil Olshey.
This week brought us some incredible games. The Nets and the Knicks battled it out in Brooklyn, The Suns streak continued, and The Hornets lost a close one against the defending champion Milwaukee Bucks. Around the Association includes news about LeBron James' health & safety protocols status and sanctions against the Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat. Marquee Matchups for the weekend: Suns/Warriors, Heat/Bucks, and Hornets/Hawks.
Around The Association includes news about Kemba Walker's spot in the Knicks lineup, Michael Porter Jr's upcoming surgery, and Warriors G Klay Thompson and F James Wiseman being assigned to the G-League. Also, who will win Tuesday's monster matchup between the Warriors and the Suns? The Milwaukee Bucks are back on track, but what is wrong with the Boston Celtics? Tune in to hear my thoughts!
Another Turnover: Thanksgiving Edition! This episode, I pick seven things that I am thankful for in regards to the NBA. Enjoy this episode while you're eating your beans, greens, potatoes, tomatoes, chicken, turkeys, rabbits, YOU NAME IT! Happy Thanksgiving!!
This episode recaps the season up until this point! Who has stood out? What teams and players have surprised us? Disappointed us? Will what we've seen be a precursor of things to come? Probably not, but it's still fun to ask the questions!
Would the Celtics really give up Jaylen Brown for...Ben Simmons? Hopefully not. This episode recaps this past weekend's Marquee Matchups (3-0 baybee), favorite players of the week, more chapters in the Ben Simmons saga, and top 5 teams of the week.
This week's best games included the Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, and more. Reports came out that Damian Lillard took a meeting with Lebron and AD about playing together in LA. Bombshell report from ESPN Sr Writer about alleged racist and misogynistic behavior from Phoenix Suns Owner, Robert Sarver. And this weekend's upcoming Marquee Matchups (spoiler: I didn't pick the Rockets).
Are the Chicago Bulls legit this year? Idk, but at 6-1? They are balling out! This episode includes my right (and wrong) predictions on this weekend's Marquee Matchups, as well as my favorite players of the past week. Also, Around the Association includes some optimistic news about Zion's recovery, as well as a little rant on the NBA's officiating.
My San Antonio Spurs are struggling struggling. That lost to the Lakers in OT was a heartbreaker. Anyway, some good games this past week in New Orleans and in Miami. Russell Westbrook was in his feelings (I'm shocked), no more Inside the NBA on Thursdays, and more in this episode!
In this episode, I breakdown this past weekend's Marquee Matchups between Brooklyn/Philadelphia, Phoenix/Los Angeles, and Memphis/Los Angeles. I also give my favorite players of the week, highlight the main story Around the Association, and give my Top 5 teams of the week.
The 2021-2022 NBA season is underway. The Bucks had a solid opener against the Nets and the Warriors defeated the Lakers on the road. But the best game of the opener was the Celtics vs the Knicks in a double overtime thriller. New York STAND UP! Also, we go Around the Association with more Ben Simmons drama and Zion weight rumors. And first time segment, Weekend Marquee Matchups.
In episode 2, I discuss my predictions on the upcoming 2021-2022 NBA season. I have about 17% confidence in these picks, as it is way too early to be predicting anything. Hopefully everyone stays healthy so I can look like I really know what I'm talking about!
WE'RE BAAAAAACK. Season 2 of Another Turnover is here. Check out the season premiere episode where I discuss this past summer's free agency moves. Also, hear my opinions on the current situations with Ben Simmons and Kyrie Irving.
The Season Finale of Another Turnover is here. Thank you so much to everyone who has supported the show up until this point. In order to end Season 1 with bang, I created a fun "award" show to commemorate the 2020-2021 NBA Season. Stay tuned to my socials for updates on the show and news on Season 2!
The Bucks have won their first NBA championship since 1971 after beating the Suns in six games. Giannis finished the series with a masterful performance and carried his team to the finish line. What a journey it has been for the Bucks up until this point. Congratulations to the whole Milwaukee Bucks organization!
Phoenix "held serve" at home and headed to Milwaukee with a 2-0 lead. But Milwaukee bounced back in a big way in Game 3 and showed tremendous resolve in Game 4. News this week "Around The Association" included reports about Kawhi Leonard's surgery, Team USA Basketball, Damian Lillard trade packages, and more.
The NBA Finals have begun! The Phoenix Suns are taking on the Milwaukee Bucks for a chance at basketball's ultimate prize. In this episode, I give my thoughts on the first two games of the series and discuss some recent news from "Around The Association."
Ladies and gentlemen, my very first guest on Another Turnover. One of my very good friends, Mr. Trevor Lenear. In this special edition episode, Trevor and I talk our favorite moments from this year's Playoffs and preview the upcoming NBA Finals between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Phoenix Suns.
The Phoenix Suns will be headed to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1993. CP3 will be playing in his first (and possibly last) Finals in his illustrious 16 year career. "Around The Association", I discuss the clownery displayed by Patrick Beverley in the fourth quarter of Game 6, the US Men's Basketball Team Olympic Roster, Damian Lillard possibly going to the Lakers, and more!
We are only one round away from the NBA Finals! The Conference Finals are in full swing. The Suns have outplayed the Clippers in the first two games, but the Clippers ability to bounce back is undeniable. Ice Trae, aka Trae Young, has once again stolen home court advantage for his Atlanta Hawks. Around the Association, I discuss potential trades for Ben Simmons, the NBA Draft Lottery, new Head Coaches, and more!
So much has happened this past week! In the Playoffs, the Suns brought their brooms and SWEPT the Nuggets. The Clippers won Game 5 at Utah without their best player. The Nets and Bucks are headed to Game 7, while the 76ers are hoping to survive a Game 6 in Atlanta. Around the association, Chris Paul unfortunately tested positive for COVID-19, Kawhi Leonard has a serious knee injury, and Zion wants out of New Orleans already? I discuss all this and more in this week's episode!
In this episode, I take a look at how the 2nd Round matchups have gone so far in the Playoffs. Phoenix has torched the Nuggets and Atlanta has stolen home court advantage from Philadelphia. Can the Clippers bounce back again from an 0-2 hole? Will the Bucks be able to tie the series after winning a critical Game 3? I also give my opinions on some news, "Around the Association", that was reported over the past week.
The first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs is almost finished. Numerous teams were sent packing this past week, including the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers. Who shined in the first round and who will emerge as the clear cut favorite of the second round? Tune in to find out my opinions on what's happened in the NBA over the past week!
The 2021 NBA Playoffs are in full swing. The Lakers have taken advantage of the injury to CP3, the Clippers are being the Clippers, and Trae Young has become the modern day Reggie Miller, in more ways than one. More of my opinions and thoughts about the first week in this year's NBA playoffs available now!
The NBA playoffs are back. The first round is shaping up to be an exciting one! Will the Knicks win their first playoff series since 1910? How healthy are Anthony Davis and LeBron James? Will Giannis get his revenge on the Miami Heat? In this episode, I give my predictions on who I think will win all the first round series!
The regular season has ended and now it's time to predict who I believe will take home the Most Valuable Player Award! In this episode, I give my top 4 picks on who I believe should be candidates for the league's most coveted individual award.