Barnards on the NBA: Recent Episodes
Matt & Emilio Barnard
In this eightieth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 12-year old son Emilio are back to continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA and ABA players who attended specific colleges and universities.
This episode features Emilio determining which players make up the best starting lineup and seven-man bench he can from among the BAA/ABA/NBA players who attended Long Island University. Matt responds with his picks from this Northeast Conference member and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who hooped it up in the shadow of the legendary Clair Bee made our lineups? Give us a listen and find out! And let us know what you think about what we're up to. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this seventy-ninth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 12-year old son Emilio make their long-awaited return to continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA and ABA players - but this time they're looking at players born in a particular country.
This episode features Emilio determining which players make up the best starting lineup and seven-man bench he can from among the NBA players born in Lithuania. Matt responds with his picks from this Baltic republic and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who hooped it up on the eastern shore of the Baltic Sea made our lineups? Give us a listen and find out! And let us know what you think about what we're up to. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this seventy-eighth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 12-year old son Emilio return to continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio determining which players make up the best starting lineup and seven-man bench he can from among the NBA players who attended La Salle University. Matt responds with his selections from this Atlantic 10 Conference member and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who hooped it up at Tom Gola Arena or played with or are Tom Gola made our lineups? Give us a listen and find out! And let us know what you think about what we're up to. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this seventy-seventh very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 12-year old son Emilio return to continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio determining which players make up the best starting lineup and seven-man bench he can from among the NBA players who attended Washington State University. Matt responds with his selections from this Pac-12 institution and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who hooped it up in Pullman, WA made our lineups? Give us a listen and find out! And let us know what you think about what we're up to. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this seventy-sixth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 12-year old son Emilio return to continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio determining which players make up the best starting lineup and seven-man bench he can from among the NBA players who attended Kansas State University. Matt responds with his selections from this Big 12 program and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who played their college ball in Manhattan, KS made our lineups? Give us a listen and find out! And let us know what you think about what we're up to. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this seventh-fifth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 12-year old son Emilio turn their focus to the new champion of point scoring in the history of the NBA: the man, the myth, the legend - the one and only LeBron James.
Check out some of the sites we referenced for yourself and marvel at LeBron's achievements:
LeBron James on Basketball Reference https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/j/jamesle01.html
LeBron James on NBA.com https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/j/jamesle01.html
LeBron James on Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LeBron_James
Fire this one up and let us what you think! You can reach us at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this seventy-fourth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and now 12-year old son Emilio take on another redraft, going all the way back this time to the first ever draft when the BAA and NBL came together in 1947.
This episode features Emilio and Matt discussing players selected on that July day in Detroit and redrafting the top 14 based on how their careers played out.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this seventy-third very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 12-year old son Emilio return to continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio determining which players make up the best starting lineup and seven-man bench he can from among the NBA players who attended Vanderbilt University. Matt responds with his selections from this SEC stalwart and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who balled out at the Memorial Gymnasium made our lineups? Give us a listen and find out! And let us know what you think about what we're up to. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this seventy-second very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and now 12-year old son Emilio embark on another redraft, training their gaze this time to the first two round draft in 1989.
This episode features Emilio and Matt discussing the players selected in the only NBA Draft to take place in 1989 and redrafting the top 14 based on how their careers played out.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this seventy-first very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 11-year old son Emilio are back to continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio determining which players make up the best starting lineup and bench he can from among the NBA players who attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Matt responds with his selections from this Big Ten basketball institution and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who made out in the cardinal and red made it into our squads? Give us a listen and find out and let us know what you think about what we're up to! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this seventieth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 11-year old son Emilio are back to continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio coming up with the best starting lineup and bench he can from among the NBA players who attended Purdue. Matt responds with his version of the best players from this West Lafayette basketball powerhouse and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who did work in the black and gold made our squads? Give us a listen and find out and let us know what you think about what we're up to! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this sixty-ninth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 11-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio coming up with the best starting lineup and bench he can from among the NBA players who attended Boston College. Matt responds with his versions of the squad from this Chestnut Hill hoops haven and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who got busy in the maroon & gold made the cut? Give us a listen and find out and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this sixty-eighth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 11-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio coming up with the best starting lineup and bench he can from among the NBA players who attended SMU. Matt responds with his versions of the squad from this Dallas hoops factory and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who balled out at Moody Coliseum made the cut? Give us a listen and find out and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this sixty-seventh very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 11-year old son Emilio dive into another redraft and turn their attention to 1985.
This episode features Emilio and Matt discussing the players chosen in that historic 1985 NBA Draft and redrafting the top 14 based on how their careers played out.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this sixty-sixth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 11-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio coming up with the best starting lineup and bench he can from among the NBA players who attended Arizona State University. Matt responds with his versions of the squad from this Tempe hotbed of basketball and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who donned the Maroon & Gold made the cut? Give us a listen and find out and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this sixty-fifth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 11-year old son Emilio turn their focus to selecting an all-time starting lineup and bench for the franchise now known as the Oklahoma City Thunder.
This episode features Emilio and Matt considering the players who've suited up for the Oklahoma City Thunder and Seattle SuperSonics through the years, selecting their starting fives and filling out their benches.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this sixty-fourth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio turn their focus to selecting an all-time starting lineup comprised of players who wore uniform numbers 88 and 99 and then compare the teams they put together.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this sixty-third very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio take a look at players through NBA/ABA history who were born on June 27 & 28 and then compare the teams they put together.
Which of the 14 June 27 birthday boys and 10 June 28 birthday boys made the squad? Catch us talking about Malik Allen, John Barber, Bradley Beal, Alex Blackwell, Damone Brown, Stan Brown, Russell Critchfield, Larry Demic, Landry Fields, Craig Hodges, Bobby Hurley, Brice Johnson, Kevin Joyce, Andrew Lang, Jeff Malone, Monte Morris, Tom Owens, Chuck Person, Ed Peterson, Giff Roux, Jim Spanarkel, Rodney White, Terrence Williams and Joe Young.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about this format! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this sixty-second very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio construct the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon the states in which they were born.
This episode features Emilio coming up with the best starting lineups he can from among the NBA players who were born in North Dakota, South Dakota, Idaho and Wyoming. Matt responds with his versions of these squads and they then have each state's team do battle in a head to head mini-tournament to see who comes out on top.
Which players who repped these unlikely pro basketball spawning grounds made the cut? Which team came out on top? Give us a listen and find out and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this sixty-first very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio coming up with the best starting lineups he can from among the NBA players who attended the University of Louisville. Matt responds with his versions of the squad from this Derby City institution and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who repped the Gateway to the South made the cut? Give us a listen and find out and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this sixtieth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio coming up with the best starting lineups he can from among the NBA players who attended the University of Minnesota. Matt responds with his versions of the squad from this Twin City institution and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who repped Mill City made the cut? Give us a listen and find out and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this fifty-ninth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio turn their focus to selecting an all-time starting lineup comprised of players who wore uniform number 77.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about the format! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this fifty-eighth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio turn their gaze on players throughout NBA/ABA history who were born on May 30.
Which of the 11 May 30 birthday people made the squad? Check us out talking about Harrison Barnes, Billy Donovan, Penny Early, Evan Eschmeyer, Chad Gallagher, Eddie Griffin, Jeremy Lamb, Rasho Nesterovic, John Postley, Dominic Pressley and Brian Quinnett.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this fifty-seventh very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio coming up with the best starting lineups he can from among the NBA players who attended the University of Memphis. Matt responds with his versions of the squad from this Bluff City institution and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which players who repped the Home of the Blues made the cut? Give us a listen and find out and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this fifty-sixth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio turn their gaze on players throughout NBA/ABA history who were born on May 23.
Which of the 10 May 23 birthday boys made the squad? Check us out talking about Rasual Butler, Jack Coleman, Courtney Fortson, Kenny Gattison, Jaxson Hayes, Thomas Jordan, Ken McBride, Garland O'Shields, Jeffery Taylor and Rod Thorn.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this fifty-fifth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio turn their focus to selecting an all-time starting lineup comprised of players who wore the ultimate uniform number - 55!
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about the format! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this fifty-fourth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio turn their focus to selecting an all-time starting lineup for the San Antonio Spurs franchise.
This episode features Emilio and Matt considering the players who've suited up for the San Antonio Spurs, Dallas Chapparals and Texas Chapparals through the years and selecting their starting fives.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about the format! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this fifty-third very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio turn their gaze on players throughout NBA/ABA history who were born on May 5.
Which of the 16 May 5 birthday boys made the squad? Check us out talking about Bill Buntin, LaPhonso Ellis, Vitor Faverani, Herm Gilliam, Orlando Graham, Isaiah Hartenstein, DerMarr Johnson, Roy McPipe, Harold Miner, Lowes Moore, Stan Patrick, Moe Radovich, Mike Silliman, Larry Steele, P.J. Tucker and Rob Williams.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this fifty-second very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio get back to focusing on franchises and select an all-time starting lineup for the original Baltimore Bullets.
This episode features Emilio and Matt considering the players who've suited up for the Baltimore Bullets between their debut in 1947 and being disbanded in 1954 and selecting their starting fives.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about the format! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this fifty-first very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio coming up with the best starting lineups he can from among the NBA players who attended each of UMass and Holy Cross. Matt responds with his versions of the squads from these Massachusetts institutions and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which Bay State brigade came out on top? Was Togo Palazzi involved in the establishment of fast casual sandwich chain restaurant Togo's? Give us a listen and find out and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this fiftieth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio coming up with the best starting lineups he can from among the NBA players who attended both Florida and Florida State. Matt responds with his versions of the squads and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which Sunshine State squad came out on top? Do we mention the great Rich Peek again? (Obviously.) Give us a listen and find out what else we get into and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this forty-ninth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio return to their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio coming up with the best starting lineups he can from among the NBA players who attended both Creighton and Georgia. Matt responds with his versions of the squads and they compare notes on their selections and discuss other players they considered.
Which squad came out on top? What's so special about Chad Gallagher? Give us a listen and find out and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this forty-eighth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio turn their gaze on players throughout NBA/ABA history who were born on April 18.
Which of the 17 April 18 birthday boys made the squad? Check us out talking about Bojan Bogdanovic, Michael Bradley, Tyrone Britt, Sid Catlett, Jim Creighton, Jimmy Dawson, Sundiata Gaines, Taylor Griffin, Gerald Madkins, Eric McWilliams, George Mearns, Don Ohl, Don Otten, Ken Rohloff, Scott Sims, Awvee Storey and Caleb Swanigan.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this forty-seventh very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio switch things up a bit and turn their focus to selecting an all-time starting lineup for the Sacramento Kings franchise.
This episode features Emilio and Matt considering the players who've suited up for the Sacramento Kings, Kansas City Kings, Kansas City-Omaha Kings, Cincinnati Royals and Rochester Royals through the years and selecting their starting fives.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about the format! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this forty-sixth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio take a break from their discussions on NBA/ABA birthday boys and turn their focus to the 1977 NBA Draft.
This episode features Emilio and Matt considering the players chosen in the 1977 NBA Draft and redrafting the top 14 based on how their careers played out.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about the format! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this forty-fifth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio take a look at players through NBA/ABA history who were born on March 30 & 31 and then compare the teams they put together.
Which of the 7 March 30 birthday boys and 12 March 31 birthday boys made the squad? Catch us talking about Ron Baker, Don Barksdale, Cal Bowdler, Dennis DuVal, Shaler Halimon, Armond Hill, Jaylen Hoard, Charles Johnson, David Lee, DeAndre Liggins, Jerry Lucas, LaRue Martin, Mike Niles, J.R. Reid, Ossie Schectman, Admiral Schofield, Steve Smith, David Vanterpool & James Wiseman.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about this format! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this forty-fourth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio turn their gaze on players throughout NBA/ABA history who were born on March 27.
Which of the 9 March 27 birthday boys made the squad? Check us out talking about Cory Blackwell, Danny Fortson, Tom Hammonds, Zarko Paspalj, Ed Pinckney, Josh Selby, Henry Sims, Matt Steigenga and Shayne Whittington.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about what we're doing! We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this forty-third very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio take a look at players through NBA/ABA history who were born on March 24.
Which of the 10 March 24 birthday boys made the squad? Hear us talking about Chris Bosh, Marques Bragg, T.J. Ford, Bart Kofoed, Larry Micheaux, Bob Priddy, Dexter Shouse, Myles Turner, Earl Williams and Mike Woodson.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about this format! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're up to. We can be reached at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this forty-second very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio take a look at players through NBA/ABA history who were born on March 20.
Which of the 15 March 20 birthday boys made the squad? Catch us talking about John Barnhill, Mookie Blaylock, Ronnie Brewer, Jon Brockman, Jimmy Conner, Jamal Crawford, Derrek Dickey, Wyndol Gray, Bobby Lewis, Leo Rautins, Pat Riley, JaKarr Sampson, Belus Smawley, Phil Walker and Bob Warlick.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about the new format! Get in touch if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. Get in touch at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this forty-first very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio take a look at players through NBA/ABA history who were born on March 17.
Which of the 12 March 17 birthday boys made the squad? We're talking Danny Ainge, Sam Bowie, Steve Bucknall, Chris Copeland, Bobby Croft, Pat Dunn, Kyle Korver, Clyde Mayes, Jeremy Pargo, Thomas Robinson, Terry Rozier & Willie Somerset.
Give us a listen and let us know what you think about this new format! Hit us up if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing. Get in touch at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this fortieth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio select their own versions of this year's All-Star rosters. They also highlight a few of the most outstanding performers and performances from the abbreviated week leading up to the break.
This episode features conversation about:
- late changes to the All-Star game rosters
- participants in the Skills Challenge, 3 Point Shootout and Dunk Contest
- Blake Griffin getting bought out by the Pistons and agreeing to join the Nets
- big time performances from the likes of James Harden, Nikola Jokic, Damian Lillard, P.J. Washington, T.J. McConnell, Dennis Smith Jr., Mason Plumlee, Wayne Ellington, Dean Wade, Furkan Korkmaz, Joel Embiid, Bradley Beal and Saben Lee
Lend us your ears and hit us up if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing! Get in touch at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this thirty-ninth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio get into some of the biggest news from across the NBA landscape this past week. They also highlight a few of the most outstanding performers and performances.
This episode features conversation about:
- the All-Star reserves and injury replacements for Kevin Durant and Anthony Davis
- the state of the conference standings
- big recent moves up and down by the Wizards, Cavs, Rockets and Timberwolves
- big time performances from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jarrett Allen, Draymond Green, Nikola Jokic, Saben Lee, DaQuan Jeffries, Danilo Gallinari and Bruce Brown
Lend us your ears and hit us up if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing! Get in touch at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this thirty-eighth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio explore the biggest news from across the NBA landscape over the past week. We also make note of some of the most outstanding performances from the past week.
This episode features conversation about:
- the All-Star starters
- Andre Drummond and Blake Griffin, healthy but sitting as their teams try to find them new homes
- game cancellations/postponements in Texas due to extreme weather
- the great LeBron James reaching 35,000 career points
- monster 50-point outings from Jamal Murray and Joel Embiid
- big time performances from Nikola Vucevic, James Harden, Jimmy Butler, Domantas Sabonis, Jordan Clarkson, Julius Randle, Russell Westbrook and Ben Simmons
- the devastating throw down by Anthony Edwards on Yuta Watanabe
- a look at the NBA standings as we reach the last week in February
Listen up and let us know if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing! Get in touch at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this thirty-seventh very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio come to you midweek from across state lines and turn their focus on one man: young Timberwolves big man Naz Reid.
Check out some of the sites we referenced for yourself and learn more about Naz's work:
Naz Reid on Basketball Reference https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/r/reidna01.html
Naz Reid on NBA.com https://www.nba.com/stats/player/1629675/boxscores-traditional/
Naz Reid on Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naz_Reid
Dunk this one and let us what you think about these player-specific episodes! You can reach us at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this thirty-sixth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and now 10-year old son Emilio get into the news from across the NBA landscape over the past week, particularly the trade that sent Derrick Rose to New York. We also take a look at the latest All-Star voting and note outstanding performances from the past week.
This episode features conversation about:
- big time performances from Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Vucevic, Zach LaVine, Terry Rozier, Zion Williamson, De'Aaron Fox & Saddiq Bey
- triple doubles from LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Jimmy Butler
- a 20-20 night from Jonas Valanciunas and a 20-17 from Josh Hart
- injury to Mitchell Robinson
Listen in and let us know if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing! Get in touch at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this thirty-fifth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 10-year old son Emilio come to you midweek and turn their focus on one man: sharpshooting Milwaukee Bucks combo guard Bryn Forbes.
Check out some of the sites we referenced for yourself and learn more about Bryn's work:
Bryn Forbes on Basketball Reference https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/f/forbebr01.html
Bryn Forbes on NBA.com https://www.nba.com/stats/player/1627854/boxscores-traditional/
Bryn Forbes on Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bryn_Forbes
Get this one up on the rim and let us what you think about the new format! You can reach us at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this thirty-fourth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and now 10-year old son Emilio delve into the news from across the NBA landscape over the past week. We also assess the standings at this point in the season and name our very first players of the week.
This episode features conversation about:
- lots of career high point totals, including from Fred VanVleet, Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic. Nikola Vucevic, Kelly Oubre, Domantas Sabonis, Nassir Little and Naz Reid
- big time performances from Steph Curry, LeBron James, Joel Embiid and James Harden
- yet another 20-20 from Andre Drummond
- a shockingly off night from Bradley Beal
- injuries to Aaron Gordon, Christian Wood, Larry Nance Jr., George Hill and Meyers Leonard
Listen in and let us know if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing! Get in touch at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this thirty-third very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and now 10-year old son Emilio hit you up midweek and turn their focus on one man: rookie sensation & Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball.
Check out some of the sites we referenced for yourself and learn more about LaMelo's work:
LaMelo Ball on Basketball Reference https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/b/ballla01.html
LaMelo Ball on NBA.com https://www.nba.com/stats/player/1630163/boxscores-traditional/
LaMelo Ball on Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LaMelo_Ball
Fire this one up and let us what you think about the new format! You can reach us at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this thirty-second very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and now 10-year old son Emilio delve into the latest notable happenings across the NBA landscape over the past week. We also consider Emilio's very early All-Star selections and bid a sad farewell to essential NBA commentator and reporter Sekou Smith.
This episode features conversation about:
- Damian Lillard's monster week and epic buzzer beater vs. the Bulls
- the Jazz running off 11 straight wins before running into the Nuggets and a huge Nikola Jokic performance
- LeBron exploding in front of his hometown fans in Cleveland
- triple doubles from Luka Doncic, Domantas Sabonis, Ben Simmons and James Harden
- big time efforts from Rudy Gobert, Trae Young, Giannis Antetokounmpo, LaMelo Ball and Delon Wright
- injuries to Marcus Smart and De'Andre Hunter
Listen in and let us know if you have any questions or comments about what we're doing! Get in touch at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this thirty-first very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and now 10-year old son Emilio get back at you midweek to experiment with a new approach and focus in on one man: Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela.
Check out some of the sites we referenced for yourself and learn more about Clint's work:
Clint Capela on Basketball Reference https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/c/capelca01.html
Clint Capela on NBA.com https://www.nba.com/stats/player/203991/boxscores-traditional/
Clint Capela on Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clint_Capela
Fire this one up and let us what you think about the new format! You can reach us at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this thirtieth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and now 10-year old son Emilio dive into the latest notable happenings across the NBA landscape over the past week.
This episode features conversation about:
- the new look Nets as they get Durant, Irving and Harden on the court together
- a major step forward from Collin Sexton in the earlygoing
- monster nights from Clint Capela, including a triple double with blocks
- outstanding efforts from Bam Adebayo, Nikola Jokic, DeMarcus Cousins, Zion Williamson and Jaylen Brown
- big weeks and moves up the Western Conference standings from the Jazz, Clippers and Grizzlies
- COVID outbreak impacting the Wizards
- Kevin Porter Jr. on the move to the Rockets
- Cole Anthony's epic buzzer beater
Listen in and let us know if you have any comments on the new format! Get in touch at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this twenty-ninth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and now 10-year old son Emilio dig into the massive four-team trade that netted the Nets James Harden, other early storylines from the past week of the 2020-2021 NBA season and note the passing of NBA player Wayne Radford.
This episode features conversation about:
- each of the Nets, Rockets, Pacers and Cavs' perspectives on the James Harden/Victor Oladipo/Caris LeVert trade
- Harden's debut as a Net, KD's excellence and Kyrie's continued absence
- big time performances from stars the likes of: Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic, Andre Drummond, Zach LaVine & Joel Embiid
- the returns of Lauri Markannen and Kemba Walker
- impressive showings from Hamidou Diallo, Chris Boucher and Mason Jones
- injuries to Jusuf Nurkic and CJ McCollum
Listen in and let us know if you have any comments on the new format! Get in touch at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this twenty-eighth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and now 10-year old son Emilio dig into early storylines from the past week of the 2020-2021 NBA season, note the passing of NBA player James Hardy and reflect on the early MVP race.
This episode features conversation about:
- career high point totals (Hayward, Steph, Beal, Tyrese Maxey)
- Luka and the Joker matching 38s
- LaMelo Ball becoming the youngest player ever to record a triple-double (a night after almost doing so)
- eye popping early season stats from Paul George, CJ McCollum and Myles Turner
- Jerami Grant taking a step forward
- Andre Drummond and Domantas Sabonis going for 26/24
- Pascal Siakam rounding into form
- More injuries (Fultz, Bryant, Hayes, Bogdanovic) and COVID-related absences (Tatum, Sixers, Mavs)
- Chimezie Metu balling out in limited minutes
Listen in and let us know if you have any comments on the new format! Get in touch at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this twenty-seventh very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and barely 9-year old son Emilio dig into early storylines from the 2020-2021 NBA season and note the passing of NBA legends Paul Westphal and K.C. Jones.
This episode features conversation about:
- early season upsets
- surprising starts
- significant injuries
- early performances by rookies
- Julius Randle taking a step forward
- Nikola Jokic leading the league in assists
- Mikal Bridges's hyper efficiency
- the successful return of John Wall
- Russell "Mr. Triple Double" Westbrook getting nothing but triple doubles
- James Harden still being James Harden
- the first buzzer beater of the season (Buddy Hield)
Listen in and let us know if you have any comments on the new format! Get in touch at barnardsonthenba@gmail.com.
In this twenty-sixth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college and take a quick look at the NBA's award winners for the 2019-2020 season.
This episode features Emilio assembling the best starting lineups he can from among the NBA players who attended historic Philadelphia basketball powerhouse Villanova. Matt responds with his version of the squads and they compare notes on their selections.
Which Villanova Wildcats clawed their way onto our all-time squads? Did Allan Ray rate as favorably as Ray Allen once did? We'll tell you, just listen.
In this twenty-fifth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college and take stock of where things stand in the NBA playoffs as the Conference Finals get underway.
This episode features Emilio coming up with the best starting lineups he can from among the NBA players who attended Rutgers and Princeton. Matt responds with his versions of the squads and they compare notes on their selections.
Which New Jersey-based institution produced better NBA talent? What number did Hamady N'Diaye wear in the league again? Get the good stuff from us.
In this twenty-fourth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio take a break from their discussions of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college and turn their focus to the 1987 NBA Draft.
This episode features Emilio and Matt considering the players selected in the 1987 NBA Draft and redrafting the top 14 based on how their careers played out. They also construct starting lineups from among the best of the lot.
Did Dennis Hopson break back into the lottery all these years later? Who's the fourth Hall of Famer to emerge from this draft after David Robinson, Scottie Pippen and Reggie Miller? Listen in and find out.
In this twenty-third very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio laying it on the line and selecting the best NBA players who attended each of Bradley University and New Mexico and constructing an all-time starting lineup from among them. Matt responds with his comments and they then compare the two squads and consider how they'd match up head-to-head.
Which of these guys who attended schools attended by Danny Granger stood out? Who's nicknamed Butta? Listen up and we'll fill you in.
In this twenty-second very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college and take stock of where things stand in the Western Conference as the Second Round continues.
This episode features Emilio crafting the best starting lineups he can from among the NBA players who attended both BYU and Baylor. Matt responds with his version of the squad and they compare notes on their selections.
Which B-named basketball brigade broke through? Does Rafael Araujo know what's up when it comes to jersey numbers or what? Tune in to get at our thoughts on those and other subjects.
In this twenty-first very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio putting together the best starting lineup and seven-man bench he can from among the 99 NBA players who attended legendary basketball institution UCLA. Matt responds with his version of the squad and they compare notes on their selections.
Who among the oodles of Bruins who made the league made our 12-man units? Who's the best Matt Barn in NBA history? Listen up and tap into our thoughts.
In this twentieth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio address the player-led stoppage of playoff games in an effort to highlight police brutality. They then continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college and take stock of where things stand in the Eastern Conference as the Second Round begins.
This episode features Emilio building the best starting lineup he can from among the NBA players who attended one-time basketball powerhouse University of San Francisco. Matt responds with his version of the squad and they compare notes on their selections.
Which Dons made our all-time starting lineups? Did Fred Scolari warrant a mention? Listen in and you'll know soon enough.
In this nineteenth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio building the best starting lineup and seven-man bench he can from among the numerous NBA players who attended storied basketball institution Ohio State. Matt responds with his version of the squad and they compare notes on their selections.
Which classic Buckeyes made our 12-man units? How Grate was Don? Listen up and hear what we think.
In this eighteenth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based upon where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio taking a stand on the best NBA players who attended both Auburn and Alabama by constructing the best all-time starting lineup he can from among them. Matt responds with his comments and they then compare the two squads and consider how they'd match up head-to-head.
Which of these guys who were based in Alabama when they were in college made the squad? Was Roy Rogers better at basketball or (roast) beef? Listen up and hear what we've got to say about it.
In this seventeenth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college and dive into the first round of playoff action in the Western Conference. They also submit predictions for how the playoffs will play out as things get going.
This episode features Emilio chewing over the NBA players who attended Iowa and taking a stab at putting together the best all-time starting lineup he can of them. Matt responds with his comments and they then talk briefly about each of the four First Round playoff matchups in the West before getting into the broader predictions.
Which of these Hawkeyes made the squad? How good was Dave Gunther really? Listen in and you'll hear our perspectives.
In this sixteenth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college and dive into the first round of playoff action in the Eastern Conference.
This episode features Emilio considering the NBA players who attended Colorado in an effort to put together the best all-time starting lineup among them. Matt responds with his comments and they then get into each of the four First Round playoff matchups in the East.
Who made the Colorado squad? How long did Emilio let Matt drone on about his beloved Chauncey Billups? Listen in and find out.
In this fifteenth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio get back to their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio exploring the NBA players who attended California and Illinois in an effort to build out the best all-time starting lineups for each. Matt responds with his comments and they then compare the teams to one another position by position.
Which players got into their respective starting fives? Who got benched? Did you know about Brandon Paul? Listen up and we'll fill you in.
In this fourteenth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio take a break from their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college and turn their focus to their favorite 15 currently active NBA players.
Who are your hosts' favorite players right now and why? Who made both lists? Press play and you'll know soon.
In this thirteenth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio exploring the NBA players who attended both West Virginia and Oklahoma State in an effort to build out all-time starting lineups for each. Matt responds with his comments and they then compare the teams to one another position by position. They're also joined briefly by incredibly special guest (and daughter/sister) Ava Barnard to discuss her favorite player.
Who made the grade? Who failed? How did Emilio get so into Brooks Thompson? Listen up and we'll let you know about it.
In this twelfth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college. This time they're joined once again by special guest and basketball aficionado (and brother-in-law/uncle) Sam Mattern-Schain.
This episode features Emilio constructing a pair of teams' worth of NBA players who attended Michigan State. Matt and Sam each respond with their comments and Emilio continues his rundown of notable matchups to keep an eye on as the NBA's Seeding Games move forward.
Who got in the mix among a deep field of Michigan State attendees? Which former Michigan State standout is also known as Midnight Creeper? Listen in and you'll find out.
In this eleventh very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college. And this time, they're joined by special guest and highly knowledgeable fellow hoophead (and brother-in-law/uncle) Sam Mattern-Schain.
This episode features Emilio constructing two teams' worth of NBA players who attended UConn. Matt and Sam each respond with their comments and Emilio debuts a new segment in which he shines a light on notable matchups to keep an eye on as the NBA's first few days of Seeding Games get underway.
Who made the cut among a deep field of UConn attendees? Will anyone dare mention Wesley Bialosuknia? Listen up and you'll know.
In this tenth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio exploring the NBA players who attended both Marquette and Cincinnati in an effort to fill out his all-time starting lineups. Matt responds with his comments and they then compare the teams to one another position by position.
Who made these squads? Who else warranted a mention? Is there a Darius Johnson-Odom reference? You'll know if you give a listen.
In this ninth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio sifting through the NBA players who attended Arkansas and DePaul to fill out his all-time starting lineups. Matt responds with his comments and they then compare the teams to one another position by position.
Who made the grade? Who failed? Is there still hope for Steven Hill? You'll have to tune in to get the scoop.
In this eighth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio making some tough calls and filling us in on how he filled out his starting lineups for some deep Michigan and Arizona squads. Matt responds with his comments and they then compare the teams to one another position by position.
Who got it done and made the cut? Who got cut out? Did Makhtar N'Diaye warrant a mention? You know he did - listen in and hear who else made it into the conversation.
In this seventh very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio digging deep and filling us on his starting lineups for both Bowling Green and Louisiana Tech. Matt responds with his comments and they then compare the teams to one another position by position.
Who made it? Who didn't? Was it, at long last, Rich Peek's day in the sun? Yes, it was - listen in and experience it for yourself.
In this sixth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio letting us know who made his starting lineups for both the Houston and UNLV squads. Matt responds with his comments and they then compare the teams to one another position by position.
Who's in? Who's out? Did the guys show love to the Gondrezick boys? Listen in and you'll find out.
In this fifth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio letting us know who made his starting lineups for both the Georgia Tech and Texas teams. Matt responds with his comments and they then compare the teams to one another position by position.
Who's in? Who's out? Did the guys show love to Gani Lawal? Listen in and you'll find out.
In this fourth very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio filling us in on his picks for who'd make the starting lineups of the Georgetown and Wake Forest squads. Matt responds with his commentary and they then compare the teams to one another position by position.
Who gets selected? Who gets left out? Did anyone mention Dave Budd? You'll have to listen in to find out.
In this third very lightly produced installment of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio revealing his picks for who'd make the starting lineups of the LSU and Indiana squads. Matt responds with his comments and they then compare the teams to one another position by position.
Who gets selected? Who gets left out? How slick was Slick Leonard really? Listen in and find out.
In this second very lightly produced episode of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio continue their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio revealing his picks for who'd make the starting lineups of the Gonzaga and Clemson squads. Matt responds with his comments and they then compare the teams to one another position by position.
Who gets selected? Who gets left out? Is this a podcast that mentions Chris Whitney? Listen up and find out.
In this first very lightly produced episode of Barnards on the NBA, dad Matt and 9-year old son Emilio begin their discussion of the best lineups one could put together of NBA players based on where they played in college.
This episode features Emilio revealing his picks for the starting lineups of both UCLA and Oregon State. Matt responds with his commentary and they then compare the teams to one another.
Who gets selected? Who gets left out? Which college has produced a better lineup of players? It's a podcast, so you'll have to listen to find out.