Keepin' It 94: Recent Episodes
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BasketballNews.com’s Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz check in with the most up-to-date chatter in the NBA world, including hot topics such as rumors, top performances and more. Keepin' It 94 is part of the BasketballNews.com Podcast Network.
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com share some stray thoughts from the first quarter of the NBA season on teams including the Jazz following their five-game slide, the Pelicans once they get healthy, the Timberwolves without Karl-Anthony Towns for the next month, the Clippers trying to hold it together, the better-than-expected Pacers and the impressive Celtics. Plus, they talk about which teams might be active with trade season almost here including the Lakers and what players they should be targeting.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the crazy amount of scoring in the NBA so far this season including the Celtics early success, the streaking Kings and if can they keep this going, Kevin Durant speaks out in two interviews about where he and the Nets are at, Ben Simmons struggles, what's wrong with the Warriors, how this next week or so will determine what the Lakers will do, and more.
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With Brian Fritz away, Spencer Davies brings Ethan Fuller aboard to talk about the teams and players nobody else is showing any love to! They get into the Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder, the gritty Orlando Magic, the fast-moving Indiana Pacers and the don't-know-any-better San Antonio Spurs. In addition, since all 30 teams played on Monday night on the eve of Election Day, it was a crazy night of action! They react to that, and then finish with an in-depth conversation on the Boston Celtics and the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the dysfunctional Nets including Steve Nash being fired, suspended Celtics coach Ime Udoka likely being their next coach, off-the-court distractions from Kyrie Irving comments and his future with the team and the league, and if this team can recover on the court, Then they talk about Myles Turner openly discussing a possible trade to the Lakers, the surprising starts for the Jazz and Spurs and when those teams possibly trade players for future assets, if the Clippers can work through their early issues, and more.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the first week of the NBA season, some early impressions from around the league including the surprising starts for the Jazz, Spurs and Trail Blazers, possible overreactions from the few games played including some teams that may have lingering issues and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss their predictions for the new NBA season and make some changes to their previous picks, who got an extension before the deadline and who didn't, and things they're looking out for early in the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss how good Victor Wambanyama and Scoot Henderson are as NBA prospects after watching their two showcase games last week. Then they talk about the Draymond Green situation, what this means for him going forward, how Jordan Poole deals with it and what kind of effect this could have on the Warriors as they look to defend their championship. Then the guys give their rough draft of their NBA predictions for the upcoming season including which teams will make the playoffs, which will miss out, who will win the title, awards, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss their most interesting stories heading into the new NBA season from Ben Simmons return to how far can a healthy Nuggets team, will the Suns take a step back, will this finally be the season the Kings make the playoffs and more. Plus, they run down the annual GM survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss media days from around the league including the bad vibes around the Suns and the Celtics to the upbeat Cavaliers and Lakers including what is going on with Russell Westbrook and if the team will still trade him. Plus, they talk about the Nets following their weird offseason as well as the 76ers, Clippers, Pelicans, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss Robert Sarver putting the Suns up for sale after the fallout from his suspension, Donovan Mitchell's introduction press conference with the Cavaliers, the upcoming Nets and Lakers' media days which are coming next week, the Lakers current (weird) roster and what it looks like their plans are, the Suns reportedly shopping Jae Crowder, and more.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz discuss the Donovan Mitchell trade to the Cavaliers, how he fits with the team and where this puts them in the Eastern Conference and whether they would have taken the Cavs or the Knicks offer if they were the Jazz. Then, they talk about the Jazz likely trading other parts of its roster and what a potential Russell Westbrook deal could look like, if the Lakers will actually trade both of their future first-round picks, if any deal makes them a title contender this season and a Spencer rant about superstar trade rumors.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz discuss RJ Barrett getting an extension from the Knicks, the effect that could have on possible Donovan Mitchell and Russell Westbrook trades, the Lakers making a deal for Patrick Beverly, summer injuries including ones to Chet Holmgren and Danilo Gallinari, and LeBron talking about playing with his sons until he's possibly 45 years old.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss Kevin Durant and the Nets agreeing to remain together, how this could affect Kyrie Irving's commitment to the team, how good the Nets could be this coming season, the fallout from the KD situation being resolved, potential Donovan Mitchell and Russell Westbrook deals moving forward now and more.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the breaking news of LeBron James' extension with the Lakers before looking at the NBA schedule with some key dates and games. Plus, the talk about where the Kevin Durant - Nets situation is at, more teams interested in trading for Donovan Mitchell, and other news and notes.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com rant and discuss the latest trade speculation involving Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and Donovan Mitchell, if the Celtics should trade for KD and why he wants out of Brooklyn, the fallout from that when it comes to Kyrie's situation, the Lakers - Russell Westbrook mess and their talks with the Pacers, if the Knicks are trying to reset the trade market in talks to get Mitchell, and the guys predict where those star players will be when training camps open.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss NBA Summer League action including the play of top rookies Paul Banchero, Chet Holmgren, and Keegan Murray and who has stood out so far. Then they talk about the latest on Deandre Ayton, a few scenarios for what a Kevin Durant trade could look like and if he'll end up back in Brooklyn, why a Kyrie Irving trade to the Lakers looks inevitable, what exactly the Nets are looking to get in a deal, and why a three-team trade doesn't make much sense.
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With Brian on vacation, Spencer is joined by Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus to discuss the perks and benefits of the Sports Business Classroom in Las Vegas. (Sign up now using the promo code FRONTOFFICE to get $300 off on sportsbusinessclassroom.com.) In addition, Pincus shares his thoughts on the Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics squaring off in the NBA Finals, as well as what rumors he's hearing ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft and the league offseason.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the first two games of the NBA Finals with the Warriors and Celtics tied 1-1, the Warriors improved defense, how close the series is so far, and what adjustments teams will make for Game 3. Then they talk about Quin Snyder leaving the Jazz and Donovan Mitchell reportedly wondering where the franchise is at, rumors of Rudy Gobert being traded, Deandre Ayton possibly being moved and what teams make sense, the Lakers press conference introducing Darvin Ham, and the Charlotte coaching job coming down to Kenny Atkinson and Mike D'Antoni.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the Celtics-Warriors squaring off in the NBA Finals, how they match up with one another, possible moves each team could make, and give their predictions. Then they talk about the Lakers hiring Darvin Ham and other coaching rumors around the league,
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss both the Eastern and Western Conference Finals, the style of play from both series and why there have been so many injuries, can the Heat come back in the series against the Celtics, if the Warriors will close out the Mavericks in five games, how Golden State got back to this position so quickly, and the Orlando Magic winning the NBA Draft Lottery and who they take.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the Suns falling flat against the Mavericks and what they do this offseason with DeAndre Ayton, Philly's situation with James Harden, Jayson Tatum and Luka Doncic's both going to another level, and the tough decisions on who they think will be playing in the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss Al Horford coming up big for the Celtics in game 4 to tie their series with the Bucks, the Warriors pulling ahead to a 3-1 series lead against the Grizzlies, Chris Paul's struggles in Dallas with the Mavs evening up that series with the Suns, Joel Embiid's return as the 76ers win both games at home to make it a 2-2 series with the Heat along with off the court news including Mike Brown getting the Kings job, awards, and the Lakers ongoing coaching search.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com talk about the early games in the second round of the NBA playoffs including the Suns taking Game 1 against the Mavericks, the Sixers dropping their Game 1 to the Heat without Joel Embiid and James Harden struggling, the Bucks pushing around the Celtics to take a 1-0 lead, and the Warriors thrilling win against the Grizzlies in the first game of their series. Plus, they talk about the coaching vacancies for the Kings, Hornets, and Lakers and who each team is looking to hire. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now!
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the crazy Grizzlies-Wolves series, how flat the 76ers have looked and if they can get it together against the Raptors, the frisky Pelicans and how much they're taking out of the Suns, the surging Mavericks against the wilting Jazz, how dominant the Celtics looked against the Nets, the Heat taking care of business against the Hawks, and the rest of the first-round action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the first few games of each matchup from the first-found of the NBA playoffs including the Pelicans taking a game from the Suns and Devin Booker's injury, the Grizzlies- Timberwolves tied 1-1, Jimmy Butler's big game with the Heat leading the Hawks 2-0, the all-time classic game 1 between the Celtics and Nets, the Warriors new death lineup to take a 2-0 lead versus the Nuggets, the Luka-less Mavs and Jazz tied 1-1, the Bucks taking game 1 against the Bulls and the 76ers pounding the Raptors in their first two games.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com preview the Play-In Tournament games and who they think will advance, then look ahead to the first round of the playoffs, who will win those series, and then the Lakers' dysfunction from Frank Vogel's firing to Russell Westbrook's exit interview.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss playoff positioning down the stretch of the NBA season, what teams you would not want to face in the first round of the post-season, the Lakers crash and some amazing non-playoff team lineups.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the jockeying for the top spot in the Eastern Conference between the Heat, 76ers, Bucks, and Celtics, how much Robert Williams' injury could hurt Boston, the Grizzlies inspired play, the Clippers getting back Paul George and possibly Kawhi Leonard for the playoffs, the Lakers chances of even getting into the play-in tournament, and some younger players on non-playoff teams who are playing well. This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss how great LeBron James is still playing at this stage of his career and how he is still not showing any signs of slowing down, which teams have separated themselves as real contenders for the NBA title, and the MVP race that is coming down to the wire between Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid, and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the recent scoring outbursts including Kyrie Irving and KAT scoring 60 in a game to LeBron James putting up over 50 twice and the other big games, some March Madness talk with the big tournament starting up, and look ahead to potential first-round NBA playoff matchups, what teams could move up and down in the seeding and who might not get in.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the upcoming Sixers versus Nets game, what the environment will be like, and fan interaction with players like Kyrie Irving and Russell Westbrook. Then, they talk about the teams surging down the stretch of the NBA season including the Bucks, Grizzlies, and Celtics.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss NBA All-Star Weekend festivities, the trouble brewing between LeBron James and the Lakers, JJ Redick calling out Zion Williamson and his uneasiness with the Pelicans, player empowerment in today's NBA and how far it has gone, and what to watch for down the stretch of the regular season.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the Phoenix Suns' season and if anyone can stop them, the fallout from the huge Sixers - Nets trade and how they think James Harden and Ben Simmons will fit with their new teams, other trade moves made at the deadline, the Celtics current nine-game winning streak and how they've gotten back in the playoff hunt, why the Lakers didn't make a move and their roster going forward and more.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the upcoming trade deadline including the drama surrounding James Harden and the Nets and how realistic the chances are that he could be traded to the 76ers for Ben Simmons. Plus, they react to the Blazers trading CJ McCollum to the Pelicans, the Kings-Pacers trade involving Tyrese Haliburton and Domantas Sabonis, how the Pacers retooling of their roster is going, what exactly the Blazers are doing, and how the Lakers are completely melting down and if they will finally end the Russell Westbrook experiment.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the latest trade rumors going around the NBA with about a week to go until the deadline including talk of CJ McCollum to the Pelicans, if the Mavs might move Jalen Brunson, the active Kings and what they could do, the Wizards shopping Spencer Dinwiddie, the Celtics possibly moving Marcus Smart, and if the Lakers can get anything for THT and Kendrick Nunn. Plus, they also share several deals they would like to see happen involving the Suns, Nuggets, Cavs, and Jazz.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com go all around the NBA and discuss the dominating big men Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic, the Mavericks rise behind their defense, the Wizards fall and how they're prime to make a trade, the Warriors' recent offensive struggles, Anthony Davis returning to the Lakers, and some trade rumors including the talk that the Sixers are holding out for James Harden in the offseason.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the mess that is the Lakers including the almost firing of coach Frank Vogel and if he'll survive the season, who is to blame for their problems and where they go from here. Then they talk about big-name injuries including Kevin Durant, Paul George, Damian Lillard, Draymond Green and Myles Turner, the ripple effect they can have on each team and the upcoming trade deadline, and other trade rumors that are heating up including the Sacramento Kings looking to make a big splash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the start of NBA trade season, which players might be on the move, and what teams could be the most active. Plus, they discuss the incredible return of Klay Thompson after 2 1/2 years along with teams on the rise including the Raptors, Grizzlies, and the Sixers. Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com talk about the streaking Bulls who have won eight in a row and now have the best record in the East, the surging Grizz in the West, Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson returning to the court this week, the Hawks' GM calling out his team publicly and if a trade could be coming, the number of early contenders for the MVP race and how deep it could be later in the season and more. Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the COVID effect around the league from rosters to what it could do to playoff seeding, the Lakers and Celtics both looking for answers to their below-average seasons, the upstart Cavaliers and what moves they might be looking at before the trade deadline and if that could include Ben Simmons, the rock-solid Bulls and more. Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the official start of the NBA trade season, how aggressive teams like the Sixers and Blazers may be in moving Ben Simmons and CJ McCollum, which player the Pacers are most likely to move and where, and what others teams could be buyers. Plus, they discuss the issues surrounding Zion Williamson, if they think he will play this season and how the Pelicans should deal with a possible extension for him in the offseason. Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the Blazers' ongoing issues both on and off the court, CJ McCollum's injury and what to do with Damian Lillard. Then they talk about the Pacers possibly shaking up their roster and trading Domantas Sabonis, Myles Turner and/or Caris LeVert, both Zion Williamson and Luca Doncic having trouble getting into shape, the Jazz once again playing well but under the radar, their weekly Prize Picks selections and more. Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the NBA "penalities" on the Bulls and Heat for violating free agency rules, the big Suns-Warriors game and the Knicks-Nets game, some teams on the rise, the Nuggets rough season and what they should do, Kemba Walker's future and more. Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the almost fight between Lebron and Isaiah Stewart and the fallout, the Kings firing Luke Walton and that coaching job, the red-hot Suns and other teams heating up around the NBA. Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the Warriors' blazing start including Steph Curry's two big games over the past week and the Suns quietly winning nine in a row. Then they play of "Overreaction or Not" when it comes to the hot start for the Wizards and Bulls, if the Pacers will make the playoffs, who will finish with a better record between the Lakers and Clippers and more. Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the issues with the Lakers roster makeup and how their season is trending, the brewing blood feud between the Jokic family and the Morris Twins, the surging Warriors, the Sixers facing injury issues as their schedule gets tougher, and the great play to start the season by the Cavaliers and the Bulls. Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the exciting rookie class including Josh Giddey and Franz Wagner, the Celtics chemistry issues with their two stars, Zion Williamson still working towards return, hot starts to the season for the Bulls, Heat, and Jazz, and how the NBA rules changes have affected games so far.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the start of the NBA season and some early observations including how great the rookie class has looked so far, what teams are off to a hot start and how bad some teams might truly be this season, the Dallas "Leadership Council", and how the Russell Westbrook experiment had fared so far with the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the latest drama between Ben Simmons and the 76ers, and new extensions as well as Deandre Ayton and Collin Sexton not getting one. Then they preview the upcoming NBA season including their picks for conference standing, who they think will or won't make the playoffs, and their picks for season awards and who will win the NBA championship.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballlNews.com discuss some thoughts from the first games of the NBA season, what some starting lineups might look like once the regular season begins, and react to the NBA GM survey and what stands out.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the NBA media days and the biggest stories coming off them from vaccinations around the league to starting lineups to Zion Williamson's health. Then they discuss the latest on Ben Simmons, Gersson Rosas out with the Timberwolves, MPJ gets paid, and more including Brian paying up on his lost bet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the latest on the Ben Simmons saga and then discuss the 10 most intriguing stories heading into the upcoming NBA season.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss possible destinations for John Wall with him and the Rockets agreeing to part ways, the increase in NBA buyouts and how quickly they happen into contracts, player extensions before the upcoming season, and what some players such as Michael Porter, Jr. and Deandre Ayton might get. Then finally, they discuss the biggest stories of the offseason with camps starting in just a few weeks.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the Lauri Maurkkanen trade to the Cavs and what they are doing, Ben Simmons saying he won't show up to Sixers camp and how this could affect trade negotiations, what teams seem the most likely to deal for him, and early over/under win totals for the upcoming NBA season.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss their favorite summer league standouts, their offseason likes and dislikes. looking at the moves the Wizards, Bulls, and Pelicans made, why you shouldn't put too much into offseason rankings and more.
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Spencer Davies is joined by Eric Pincus and Evan Sidery to discuss the Lakers and Knicks' offseason moves, how the Bulls are retooling their roster, the big moves in free agency, the sign and trade process, rookie-scale contracts, team building and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com talk about the Bucks winning the NBA championship, Giannis' huge series, the team's growth, and prospects for both the Bucks and Suns next season including the future of Chris Paul. Then the guys discuss the best fit for the top free agents this offseason and the NBA Draft which is only a week away.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss Team USA play so far leading up to the Tokyo Olympics, news on Kawhi Leonard injury/surgery, if the Bucks have figured out the Suns with the NBA Finals heading into game four and why it feels like momentum has changed. Then they wrap up with some trade rumors around the league regarding Collin Sexton, Ben Simmons, and Damian Lillard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss game 1 of the NBA Finals with a signature Suns win over the Bucks, Giannis' return from injury, Deandre Ayton with yet another huge performance, and adjustments the Bucks can make going forward. Then they talk Adam Silver's annual postseason press conference, Kevin Love's future, and other news and notes from around the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the Suns advancing to the NBA Finals, what the Clippers offseason might look like, the frustrating Bucks who are now tied 2-2 with the Hawks, injuries to both Giannis and Trae, if we're getting closer to Dame Lillard leaving Portland and possibly destinations, and other coaching and offseason rumors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com talk about the NBA Draft Lottery including the Pistons being the big winner while the Magic and Thunder come up short, Trae Young's huge performance in game one of the Eastern Conference Finals, the Hawks confidence soaring versus the Bucks, the Suns taking a 2-0 lead versus the Clippers in the Western Conference Finals, the Valley Oop game-winner, Rick Carlisle returning to coach the Pacers and other coaching news.
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Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss a wild Wednesday with Chris Paul and Kawhi Leonard possible missing games, more coaching vacancies, the Mavericks making big changes, possible problems in New Orleans from Zion Williamson's camp, and LaMelo Ball winning rookie of the year. Then the talk playoffs including Paul George and Kevin Durant's huge games, what is going on with the Bucks, the Hawks big game five comeback and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the wild Sixers - Hawks series tied at a game apiece including Joel Embiid's performance despite a knee injury, the Bucks falling 0-2 to the Nets and the problems with Milwaukee so far this series. Then, they talk about the other second-round series including the Jazz taking game one against the Clippers and the Suns leading the Nuggets 1-0, the coaching openings and who might get hired, Nikola Jokic winning MVP, other awards and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the Lakers losing in the first round to the Suns, the Lakers offseason, the Suns chances moving forward, the Nuggets taking down the Blazers who have plenty of questions on their future, the Mavs-Clippers series including game 6, the big showdown between the Nets and Bucks in Round 2, the Sixers chances against the Hawks without Joel Embiid, predictions, the Celtics big changes and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the ongoing first round of the NBA playoffs including the Lakers - Suns series tied at a game a piece, Luka Doncic and the Mavericks taking a commanding 2-0 lead against the Clippers, how strong the Bucks have looked against the Heat, the Nets in their matchup with the Celtics, the feisty Knicks - Hawks series, if the Blazers can score enough to beat the Nuggets, and the surprising Grizzlies taking game one against the Jazz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the play-in tournament matchups and who they expect to advance, their most anticipated first-round playoff matchups, and NBA regular-season awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the final week of the NBA regular season and what is on the line for playoff positioning, who is likely heading to the play-in tournament, matchups teams would both like and not like to see in the first round, the race to the bottom to help with lottery odds and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the ongoing fight in the NBA western conference to stay out of the play-in tournament, how worrisome LeBron James' ankle injury is, teams duking it out for the top seeds in both conferences, the Bucks getting a couple of big wins against the Nets, the underrated career of Carmelo Anthony, and why Spencer believes the Kings will still make the play-in tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the NBA playoff positioning with two weeks left in the regular season, who they think is set up to make it in the play-in tournament and their favorites to emerge, how the top seeds are up for grabs in both the eastern and western conferences and potential first-round playoff matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com talk about the incredible, historic run that Steph Curry is on, the red hot Knicks who are not going away hitting the final stretch of the regular season, and the injuries woes that are lingering around the entire league including the Nets. Plus, not one but two Spencer rants! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the devastating injury to Jamal Murray and what it means for the Nuggets, how effective Anthony Davis might be if and when he comes back from his injury, and how wide open the NBA's western conference is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the rising teams in the NBA including the Nuggets and the Mavericks, which teams are falling out of playoff contention such as the Raptors and the Kings, and what teams they believe are real contenders to win it all this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the fallout from the NBA trade deadline and what teams they think improved, the Magic finally deciding to do a total teardown of its roster, the Hornets holding out without LaMelo, the positioning in the east for the play-in tournament, the latest emergence for Russell Westbrook, and the upcoming returns for Anthony Davis and Kevin Durant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss all of the latest NBA trade rumors with the deadline less than a day away including what the Lakers might do to help stop their recent slide, the Raptors possibly moving both Kyle Lowry and Norman Powell, where Victor Oladipo could end up, how aggressive the Celtics might be and talk they could part ways with Marcus Smart, the Magic shopping Aaron Gordon and Evan Fournier and plenty of other trade rumors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the approaching NBA trade deadline, how active it might really be along with the latest rumors of possible moves. Plus, they talk about the surging Miami Heat, Joel Embiid's injury and its impact on his MVP chances, the frisky Chicago Bulls and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com look ahead towards the March 25 NBA trade deadline and discuss what players could be available including Kyle Lowry and Victor Oladipo, what teams could be the most aggressive in making a move to help in the playoffs, what teams should be sellers, what moves make the most sense and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the Hawks firing head coach Lloyd Pierce and what is going on with that franchise, the top five list of players to start a franchise with, what stood out during the first half of the NBA season, this weekend's All-Star Game and festivities and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the Lakers and Celtics recent woes, the Nets winning streak and how scary they are starting to look, the Wizards finally coming alive, and the All-Star team selections and who got snubbed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the recent slumps by the Celtics and the Bucks, how much injuries and time off are playing into this season and if teams can recover, if we already know who the final four teams standing will be at the end of the season, Andre Drummond and Blake Griffin hitting the market and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the NBA's big six teams so far this season, the numbers that LeBron James and Joel Embiid are putting up, the league going forward with the All-Star game, and say 'yea or nea' regarding potential player trades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the struggling Dallas Mavericks, the defensive-less Brooklyn Nets, the Rockets turnaround and the big questions the team has coming up, some early trade talk with the likes of PJ Tucker, JaVale McGee, Andre Drummond, and Lonzo Ball and they play a game of "what surprises you more". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz of BasketballNews.com discuss the struggling Wizards and if they can work their way out of it, the surging Jazz who are among the leaders in the West, the Shaq/Donovan Mitchell exchange, the most improved players so far this season and some way too early MVP talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BasketballNews.com's Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz discuss the aftermath of the James Harden trade, the fit in Atlanta between Trae Young and his teammates, the under-the-radar LA teams, the struggling Miami Heat, and what exactly are the Sacramento Kings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spencer Davies is joined by Jarrod Rudolph, Senior Manager of Media Relations and Social Strategy for YouFirst Sports, to discuss how the coronavirus has affected the NBA season, the chances rookies and two-way players are getting with shorthanded teams and his relationship with Dwight Howard, including some great stories about their time together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BasketballNews.com's Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz discuss Steph Curry going off for 62 and the Warriors' recent wins, the Marvin Bagley/Kings drama, Kevin Durant having to miss a week of action, injuries, and more. Plus, they try to decide whether or not some teams are for real from what they've shown so far in this early NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BasketballNews.com's Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz discuss the early action of the NBA season including the Cavs and Hawks coming out strong, what other teams have looked good early, why the Rockets have to be patient with James Harden, and what teams are already struggling and could be in for a long season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BasketballNews.com’s Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz discuss the big Rudy Gobert extension to stay with the Jazz and the ongoing James Harden trade rumors. Then they share their predictions on who will make the playoffs in the upcoming NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Subscribe to BasketballNews.com's newest podcast where Spencer Davies and Brian Fritz check in with the most up-to-date chatter in the NBA world, including hot topics such as rumors, top performances and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices