Buckets with Amir Blumenfeld: Recent Episodes
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An NBA Show hosted by basketball super fan Amir Blumenfeld. Each episode will include Amir and a friend discussing all things hoops--from way downtown Los Angeles.
Back in the Zoom room with Billy discussing who will win the NBA Finals (Spoiler!) and what went wrong for the Lakers and Celtics.
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Back in the zoom room discussing Round 1, Round 2, and everybody's ankles/knees/toes.
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Back in the zoom room to talk about the regular season, the post season, and everything (play)in between! With Billy Scafuri.
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Seventeen games left in the regular season and we are talking about every single team, except for about twenty of them... With Billy Scafuri!
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Had to get together to discuss Kyle Kuzma's puffy jacket and that other trade ASAP.
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Back in the zoom room with Billy Scafuri talking about the Knicks, Lakers, and any other team that will maybe trade with the Knicks or Lakers. Like maybe the Raptors.
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Back in the lab/studio talking about some Q2 trends... Knicks going up, Lakers going down, and some team is on a ten game win streak somehow.
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Ten games into the season and we are ready to jump to some conclusions! Are the Jazz this good? Are the Lakers this bad? Are the Knicks this... average? Let's find out, with Billy Scafuri!
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Back in the Zoom Room discussing every surprising start. From the 4-0 Blazers to the 0-4 Magic and everybody in between. And yeah, we talk about the Lakers, too...
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We're back, baby! Well, at least some of us are.
Kicking off the upcoming NBA Season the only way we know how: With our annual over/under draft. Who likes the Spurs? Who hates the Hornets? Listen, learn, and let us know how we did.
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We are back in the zoom room reacting live to signings, tradings, and tamperings.
And also the king of New York: Jalen Brunson.
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Back in the zoom room with Billy trying to decide who will win and why...
...then we discuss Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook because #whynot.
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Ahoy! Headgum's got a brand new podcast called Keepin' It Rel with Young Wayne, hosted by longtime friends Lil Rel Howery (Get Out, Bad Trip) and Dwayne 'Young Wayne' Wayne.
In honor of the NBA Finals, Rel and Wayne give you a sneak peak into their new show and share their NBA Finals predictions that lead into a rabbit hole involving karate and a NBA Hall of Famer.
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In this episode we discuss, then ultimately reveal, who the NBA Champion will be. Only listen if you want to know who will win, according to us.
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Ben joins us in the real studio for about 11 minutes before we start talking about actual hoops with Billy! The Final Four has us in peak physical condition and we're ready to make some bold predictions.
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Back in the zoom room with Billy discussing the elite eight teams left--and our predictions for Games 5-7 of both conference semifinals.
Also the Lakers and Knicks get a lot of coverage.
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We are back and talking post season, pre-post season, and play-in season. Then a few minutes about the Lakers followed by more minutes about the Lakers.
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We are back in the studio discussing the most ideal matchups from play-in to NBA Finals. Sixers/Nets. Lakers/Clippers. Grizzlies/Anybody. The basketball gods owe us this much.
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Who's the least valuable player? Who's the best player that we didnt like last year? Who's the shortest player? We tackle everything and anything on the Buckets Midseason Awards.
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Have a listen to History of Heat, one of our newest Headgum Originals! Yassir and Isaiah Lester are joined by comedians, artists, athletes, and experts to discuss the history, impact, and future of culture's favorite topics ranging from sneakers to video games.
In this episode, The Hype Portfolio (w/ Michelle Buteau and Amir Blumenfeld), comedian and actress extraordinaire Michelle Buteau joins the pod to flex her collecting prowess. Later, Yassir and Isaiah chat with Headgum co-founder Amir Blumenfeld about his trading card portfolio and the new economy of hype.
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Back on our Bing Bong watching the wrong half of NBA basketball games. Tonight, it is the rougher two quarters of Knicks Celtics as we catch up on two weeks of wacky storylines and replacement player action.
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We are back in the studio watching the first half of Lakers/Mavs discussing Kristaps, LeBron, and Austin Freakin' Reaves! Then we try and fail to do a Twitter space. Live and learn, folks!
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We're back and watching the first half of our beloved Knicks and Lakers... discussing LeBron's punch, AD's stomach, and what's the deal with Kemba Walker?
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We are back in the zoom room discussing hot starts, slow starts, and the new foul rules. We tried to hit on every single team except for the Indiana Pacers and it worked out well!
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We're back! A third annual Over/Under draft. Or maybe fourth? A tradition unlike any other. Join our friends as we plow thru the first four rounds of our time honored gambling pastime. Who did well? Who did poorly? Only time (and you all) will tell!
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Lakers or Suns? Heat or Hawks? Bucks or Pistons? Divisional rivalries are back! We predict (accurately) who will win each division and discuss the fun parts of Media Day on this episode of Buckets.
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What team will Ben Simmons be on? What team is Doug McDermott currently on? We try to answer all these questions and more!
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We are back in the zoom room reacting live to some sad Knicks and Laker free agency moves -- including Alex Caruso, Evan Fournier, and Russell Westbrook! Then we talk about the NBA Finals too, I guess...
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We are back in the Zoom Zoom room wondering what will happen with Ben Simmons, Kawhi Leonard, and the Phoenix Suns.
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We are back in the zoom room discussing our favorite teams and their first round woes. And then do some new and improved predictions based on who has looked healthy and happy.
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The season is finally over which means it's time to declare an over/under league winner, and joining us in the Zoom Zoom room are the two top finishers: Adam Lustick and Marty Michael! ...Then we discuss Lakers/Warriors and first round matchups.
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We are back in the zoom room, combining NBA player names to create something... special. Then we discuss Billy's New York Knicks and Amir's Los Angeles Lakers.
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Back in the zoom room with Billy Scafuri trying to fool eachother with fake facts about our favorite players. Play along at home and see if you can spot the lie.
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We're back in the boom Zoom room discussing the greatest players in the NBA, age by age. Then we discuss who would win in a game between the youngsters and the old heads.
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We are back in the zoom room answering all the questions you have about basketball like "Are the Philadelphia 76ers a legitimate championship contender?" and "Can you palm a basketball?"
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Back in the zoom room counting down the minutes until the noon!. We react to each transaction intelligently and without any research which is pretty fun and funny!
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We are back in the zoom room discussing the NFT's of NBA with one of the most knowledgeable and influential voices in the game: LG Doucet of The First Mint. He gets into how he discovered Top Shot, where he thinks its going, and what Billy should do with his Ish Smith moments.
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We are back to discuss Ja vs. Zion, Brown vs. Tatum, and whether or not Chris Paul will let the Suns lose...
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Back in the Zoom room with Billy discussing All-Star snubs, and how that affects the TopShot marketplace, of course.
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Billy is back in the Zoom Room discussing NBA Trading Cards -- both real and digital. We discuss our own journeys through this old new world...
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It's a GOSH DARN EMERGENCY so we had to talk about the big Dante Exum trade that included a 2027 pick swap and also a shooting guard from Houston.
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A new season is upon us, and we are back in the Zoom discussing whether all these hot starts are THE TREND or THE END?
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The draftin' gang is back and we're picking team over/unders again. This is our FOURTH draft since 2018... will it get canceled halfway through March again? Let's find out!
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We are back in the Zoom studio discussing the 800 things that have happened between last episode and now. The Lakers got better. The Pistons got weirder. And nearly every other team did... something.
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Billy Scafuri is back on the Zoom as we fill out Lebron's new cabinet. Who will be Secretary of Agriculture? Director of Drip? Minister of Defense? Let's find out!
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We are the champions, my friends. Lakers win it all, and we take a stroll down memory lane to discuss our favorite bubble moments. LAKE SHOW.
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We are back in the zoom studio rambling and gambling about the NBA Finals. Will LeBron average more than 29 points per game? Will KCP average less than one block? Will Kelly "Sometimes" Olynyk win MVP? Only one way to find out...
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We're back and giving out nicknames for free. Grab one if you're interested. Then we discuss those frisky Nuggets.
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Billy is back! And we get to discuss our favorite team: the Denver Nuggets. Then we discuss whether Jimmy would want Giannis to join his team, and the legend of William Rondo.
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Friend and fellow basketball podcaster ("NO DUNKS") is on the Zoom discussing the Houston Rockets, pick up basketball, and which team has the best chance at winning it all.
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We are back in the bubble and discussing who's had the best August in NBA history!
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All right, let's try this again! The regular season may have grinded to a halt, but we're back! 22 teams playing 8 games is a great opportunity to re-draft our Over/Under league with (nearly) all of our friends again. Just in time for some Bubble trouble.
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We are back! And chatting with LA Times Lakers beat writer Tania Ganguli, live from her quarantine hotel cell in Orlando. We ask her about the coolest thing she's seen so far, and if Lebron is staying in the best room in Disneyworld. Then we discuss whether or not we would head to central Florida for three months to watch this bizarre NBA Playoffs.
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"The Last Dance" director Jason Hehir is in the Zoom with us discussing MJ's parking skills, Phil Jackson's wardrobe, and why he won't be vacationing in Tanzania any time soon.
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In this episode we take a time machine back 10 years and do an NBA Fantasy Draft with literally no research. Who did well? Who did poorly? Listen to find out.
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We are pitching our best podcast ideas to current and former NBA stars. Help us get these made by tweeting at your favorite potential host! Who knows, maybe you can be their quasi co-host...
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We are in our separate quarantine home studios trying to come up with the best name in NBA history letter-by-letter! Then we discuss a Woj Bomb or two.
Get your mind off self-isolation and let us know who we missed.
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Friend and near co-host Billy Scafuri is back in the studio answering as many questions as we can -- then asking a few of our own. Let us know how we did on Twitter -- positive feedback only, please!
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The name behind the game Nick Elam is on the line discussing how he helped shape the 2020 NBA All Star Game, and what he hopes the future of NBA games will look like. Then I pitch him some minor adjustments to his infamous ending...
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Friend and NBA Historian Utkarsh Ambudkar is in the studio discussing that awesome All-Star Game, predictions for the second half of the season, and where Karl Malone went wrong...
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Co-Host of No Dunks, Handles, AND The Bounce is on the Skype-o-phone to discuss Raptors, Lakers, and the battle for eighth place. Then we get down and dirty and talk composting. Of course.
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Friend and borderline co-host Billy Scafuri is in the studio answering as many NBA questions as we can in 48 minutes (plus overtime)!
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HeadGum's Chief Portland Officer Marty Michael is in the studio to discuss his undying allegiance to the Blazers and whether or not Carmelo Anthony can help them make the playoffs. Then he gives us some LOCKS of the week.
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Fellow basketball podcaster and comedian Carl Tart is in the studio to discuss growing up a Clipper fan in Los Angeles, playing basketball against James Harden, and Lou Williams' costume party.
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Basketball season is finally upon us and we are back with the second annual over/under draft! Friends Billy, Adam, Marty, Chris, Jesse, and Zeus swing by the studio to make their selections.
Oh, and check out the new cover art.
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Who is the Antonio Brown of the NBA? Jerry Jones? Sean McVay? In this episode we go through various NFL personalities and discuss who we believe is their NBA equivalents.
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Which NBA player is gonna get a statue? Why did Dwight choose number 39?? Who is the hottest basketball podcaster??? Friend and fan Adam Lustick is back in the studio to discuss all of it. The Over/Under league champ then gives us a sneak peak at his favorite picks for this upcoming year.
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Friends and fellow fans Billy Scafuri and Chris Wendelken are in the studio discussing NBA Duos. Who are the best, who are the coolest, who are the funniest? Who has the best chance to stay together forever, and who will likely not make it through the season. As always, let us know what you think on Twitter, Instagram or Venmo.
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In this episode we discuss the existential drama that surrounds Kawhi Leonard's free agency -- and why he probably doesn't care. We also discuss other teams, I think.
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Billy Scafuri is in the studio breaking down the best bets and possible narratives surrounding this Raptors/Warriors Finals. We also discuss how many hot dogs he ate at Dodger stadium the night before. Spoiler Alert: It was four.
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I sit down with friends and Knicks, Cavs, Bulls fans as we discuss the draft then react in real time to our picks coming in. And they come in hot!
Come for the NBA Analysis. Stay for the statistics talk!
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Fellow basketball podcaster Hayes Davenport is in the house discussing Dame Lillard, the second round of the playoffs, and who we'd like to see in the conference Finals. Also our SAT scores.
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Billy joins us yet again to discuss Magic's abrupt announcement. Then we call some friends to crown an Over/Under champion! What a regular season...
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Superguest Billy Scafuri is in the studio giving out real awards like MVP, as well as some fake ones like Third Best Rookie of the Year, Most Anonymous Player, and Happiest Team.
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Basketball historian and NBA analyst Leigh Ellis is on the line recapping his long, amazing journey from a young hoops head in Melbourne, Australia, to television host on NBATV's "The Starters."
We also discuss if anybody can take down the Warriors, and where he would like to see Zion play next year.
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Celtics/Clippers Fan Hayes Davenport is in the studio to discuss what went wrong with the Lakers, who will win the east, and the fan so offensive, he was banned from Utah Jazz games.
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Actor and Knicks fan Jerry Ferrara is in the studio discussing his first NBA memory, tips for improving the Dunk Contest, and naming his son.
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Marc Gasol is traded! Anthony Davis, not so much. We tackle the biggest trades and weigh in on how it affects our favorite teams: The Knicks and Lakers.
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Friend and fellow NBA Podcaster Chris Wendelken is in the studio floating (free!) ideas to the New Orleans Pelicans about flipping Anthony Davis for the best package. Then we decide whether or not the Pelicans should accept that deal or wait until July.
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Fantasy EXPERTS Billy and Chris are in the house discussing fantasy basketball highs and lows... and whether or not it's fun to watch James Harden shoot a lot.
Play with us on FanDuel by signing up here! If they ask who sent you, it's "BullyScafuri" -- then tweet your FanDuel name at me (@jakeandamir) for an invite into the BUCKETS league!
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We're back! Knicks fan and Duke fan Dave Rosenberg is on the line to chat about his optimistic outlook on his favorite team -- and whether or not he would get a hypothetical surgery to change allegiances.
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Comedian/Friend Adam Lustick is in the house discussing the most shocking storylines of the first third of this NBA Season... and where we think/hope Anthony Davis will end up this year. Then we bet our lock of the week!
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Cleveland super fan and HeadGum dumbass Geoffrey James is in the studio to discuss the greatest Cavs of all time--including Baron Davis, Alonzo Gee, Cedi Osman, and LeBron James. Then he reads a poem he wrote for some reason.
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Actor, rapper, friend, and Washington Wizards superfan Utkarsh Ambudkar is in the studio to discuss life as a Wizards fan, then and now. And then he explains how and why Michael Jordan played for them.
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New York Times writer and Boston Celtic fan Sopan Deb calls in to discuss Boston's early season woes, and the time Trump insulted him on Twitter. He also has some nice things to say about the Lakers!
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Friend and fellow fan Billy Scafuri is in the studio as we discuss the best nicknames in NBA history from A-Z. No initials. No lists. Just names of nick.
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If the Warriors have to lose one of their two all-stars, which one should it be? And what can they reasonably get in return? Amir and guest Hayes Davenport discuss their options, as well as what it was like growing up a Celtics fan in Wellesley, MA. Then another Buckets LOCK OF THE WEEK.
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Jaime Maggio is in the studio discussing what it's like to be a Clippers sideline reporter, why she had to call Doc Rivers by his real name in Philadelphia, and why Patrick Beverley iced her for a month!
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Fellow HeadGum podcaster and Laker fan Nick Wiger is in the studio to wildly overreact to all Laker storylines Fire Luke! Trade Lonzo! Then we answer some of your questions and make another BUCKETS Lock of the Week pick.
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Friend and fellow basketball podcaster Chris Wendelken joins us from NYC to discuss LeBron, Jimmy Butler, and the million dollar intern. We hop around the league and then make some bets together. Including one STONE COLD LOCK.
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Just in time for the new season! Seven friends enter the studio to draft their over/under picks for this upcoming season. Seven friends leave. Who drafted the best teams? Only time will tell. And you, the listeners! Let us know on Twitter!
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Comedian Joe Mande is in the studio discussing the Jimmy Butler situation, KAT's personality, and the highs and lows and lows of being a Minnesota Timberwolves fan. Also, Trenton Hassell.
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Actor and Laker fan Behzad Dabu is in studio to discuss who makes the playoffs out West... and the time he met Kobe Bryant.
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Friend and host of NBA TV's "The Starters" JE Skeets is on the line to discuss Kawhi, Jimmy, and his long path from podcasting to television. Gimme some Raptor news!
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Comedian and friend Billy Scafuri is in the studio, as we go inch-by-inch discussing the greatest player at every height.
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Comedian and Joliet, IL native Tim Baltz is in the studio dissecting and discussing his love for the greatest team of all time -- according to him. Then we call BJ Armstrong. Very nice!
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LeBron James super fan, and temporary L.A. Laker fan, Jake Hurwitz is in the house to get caught up on everything he needs to know about the upcoming season.
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In this episode, NBA Superfan and friend Adam Lustick joins us to discuss why Dwight Howard isn't funny, why Klay Thompson is better than Steph Curry, and the coolest jersey number.
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In the inaugural episode of BUCKETS, comedian, friend, and Knicks fan Ben Schwartz is in the house discussing his jumpshot, Kevin Durant, and the 2018-2019 NBA champions.
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An introduction to my new NBA Show, and why I'm already apologizing for starting one.
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