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Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen cover the latest trends, thrills and debates across the NBA and the basketball world. They bring perspective as both lifelong hoops junkies and credentialed reporters to bring fans insight into the latest in basketball.

Two of the NBA’s biggest stars - Giannis and LeBron - are in focus right now. So what will happen with them?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg dive into the Bucks getting Myles Turner, stretching Damian Lillard and if it’s enough to keep Giannis. Then, they look at LeBron and his situation in the Lakers and try to figure out exactly what LeBron wants right now. Also covered: Mike Brown to the Knicks, Bradley Beal maybe leaving the Suns and more.

5:19 Giannis

33:35 LeBron/Ayton

54:16 Beal rumors

56:16 Mike Brown to the Knicks

58:55 Valanciunas ?

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The NBA got after it on day one of free agency.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg dive into the first day of NBA free agency by looking at the various winners - Hawks, Nuggets, Clippers - the Cavs getting Lonzo Ball, the biggest losers (Bucks, Lakers, Celtics), the best fit for Al Horford and more.

5:01 Atlanta Hawks rightfully going for it

11:27 Nuggets nailed day one

17:56 Clippers retooling

20:24 The Rockets

28:27 Grizzlies, Magic, Cavs, Bulls

39:26 Worse free agent start - Bucks, Lakers, Celtics

50:22 Al Horford bet fit

53:01 What are the Pelicans doing?

56:16 Tough look for the Kings

59:55 Pistons plan?

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Oklahoma City Thunder, NBA Champions.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg dive into the Thunder winning the title, how OKC tapped into its best self to win it all, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s play and stamp as maybe the best player alive, the Pacers going out swinging, Tyrese Haliburton’s injury, way too early 2025-26 title odds and Kevin Durant getting traded to Houston.

1:45 Thunder win it all

18:30 SGA on legacy

31:15 Pacers go out swinging

44:11 2025-26 title futures

47:20 Durant to Houston

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The Pacers are up 2-1 after winning Game 3 at home — so what can they do to take Game 4 and take control of the series?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg get into Game 3 and how the Pacers won, the Thunder’s turnover issues, what lineup adjustments the Thunder could look to make for Game 4 and more NBA Finals takes. Then, they look at reporting that the Celtics could take offers for just about everyone on their roster and draft the players they think should be most attractive to other teams.

7:11 NBA Finals Game 3 reactions

16:58 Game 4 look ahead

45:36 Celtics trade options

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The Pacers and Thunder are headed for a massive Game 3. So who has the edge and which Tyrese Haliburton will show up?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg get into the Thunder’s Game 2 win and how they dominated even more so, Halliburton's play and if he meets the criteria for superstar in the current NBA and more. Then, they get into the latest Giannis trade rumors and the latest Knicks head coaching rumors.

5:26 What Game 2 meant

15:20 Game 3 lookahead

33:14 Giannis latest

44:39 Knicks coaching latest

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Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers did it again!

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg react to a wild Game 1 of the NBA Finals, where the Indiana Pacers pulled out a win with late heroics again from Haliburton, overall better shotmaking and the resiliency that’s propelled them through the playoffs so far. They also get into how Rick Carlisle helped the Pacers win, who on the Thunder needs to step up for Game 2, if the Thunder need to make any major adjustments and more.

1:35 Pacers take Game 1

11:30 Carlisle

17:02 Pacers shot making stands out

26:02 Lessons from Game 1

34:44 Game 2 key things to watch for

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Do the Knicks still have a shot of making the NBA FInals?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg get into the Knicks’ comeback hopes against the Pacers after winning Game 5, Mitchell Robinson’s impact in Game 5 and more before getting into where the Wolves go now after losing to the Thunder, and NBA Draft what-ifs inspired by Caleb Williams having to explain that he did in fact want to go the Bears after reporting from Seth Wickersham’s book indicated that, at least pre-draft, he maybe didn’t.

1:38 Do the Knicks have a shot to comeback?

18:02 Where are we at with Halliburton?

25:40 Wolves a team to watch this offseason?

38:41 Caleb Williams-inspired NBA Draft what ifs

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On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg do a round of NBA takes, featuring why the story of the Thunder’s playoff run is the rise of Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams, why the Thunder defense is the best defense Wes has ever seen, why Giannis should not take a gap year and more.

2:40 Chet and Jalen Williams hitting a new level

11:41 The Thunder defense is the best defense Wes has ever seen

27:15 Knicks-Pacers is where the NBA is going + Knicks got lucky in Game 3

31:55 Giannis should not take a gap year

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Jamal Murray NEEDS to be traded? And Shai Gilgeous-Alexander isn’t a foul merchant actually?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg do a round of NBA takes, featuring takes on why the NBA is actually the problem with SGA taking so many free throws, the Thunder running over the Wolves, why the Pacers might be a team of density and are here to stay and why the Nuggets might need to start aggressively shopping Murray as they look to retool around Jokic.

2:25 It’s on the NBA to fix SGA being a foul merchant

23:03 The Nuggets need to trade Jamal Murray

37:42 The Pacers are the team of destiny

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The Dallas Mavericks really just won the NBA Draft Lottery.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg react to the Mavericks winning the draft lottery, the 76ers jumping way up, and other fallout from the draft lottery. Then, they look at reports that Giannis is open to exploring his future outside Milwaukee and what that means for the Bucks before looking at the Cavs’ going down 3-1 to the Pacers and how their season is falling apart.

0:00 Michael Jordan joins NBC

4:17 Draft Lotto reaction - Dallas gets lucky

18:25 Giannis future in question

44:21 The Cavs on the verge of crashing out

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The East’s two best teams are up against it. Can either come back?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg start by looking at Wolves-Warriors and how Steph Curry’s hamstring injury is has the Warriors up against it. Then, they look at the Celtics and Cavs and which team has a better shot of coming back from 2-0 down in their respective series. Then, they look at who they’d rather have leading their team between the Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Brunson.

8:50 Wolves-Warriors at 1-1

25:37 Cavs or Celtics more equipped to make a comeback?

43:27 Would you rather have Haliburton or Brunson as your guy?

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The NBA Playoffs have just started. So let’s overreact.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg bounce around the league to overreact to a number of NBA Game 1s, including Clippers-Nuggets being on the table for the best series all playoffs, the Bucks being on the verge of losing Giannis, the Grizzlies already dead on arrival, the Magic being fully exposed as needing a point guard, Jaden McDaniels as this year’s PJ Washington and more.

0:00 NBA role player sign at Wrestlemania

9:23 Cavs-Heat wager

14:47 Clippers-Nuggets is A+ basketball

24:41 This the last series Giannis plays for the Bucks

30:59 The Grizzlies are dead

35:02 The Magic need a point guard

40:49 Jaden McDaniels could be this year’s PJ Washington

46:20 The Rockets will be fine

53:31 Nico Harrison’s latest comments

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The Grizzlies made a shocking change in firing Taylor Jenkins. Is there a case in support of the move?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg open the show talking about the Defensive Player of the Year race, where Draymond Green has overtaken Evan Mobley as the betting favorite. Then, they look at Taylor Jenkins getting axed by the Grizzlies with just nine games left, if there was real reason to do this move, Ja Morant’s reported frustrations and what Memphis should do next. Then, they explore if they are sleeping on the second-seeded Rockets and what the Suns do now that Kevin Durant is out at least a week with an ankle sprain.

0:00 Bill Kennedy forgot Dillon Brooks’ name

3:09 DPOY race shifts

10:40 Grizzlies fire Jenkins

19:04 What’s next for Memphis

22:31 Grizzlies coaching candidates list

31:47 Are we sleeping on the Rockets?

39:16 Suns next steps after KD hurts his ankle (and five KD landing spots)

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Right now, the MVP is led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic. But who could hop into the picture in the next five years?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg start by talking about Cooper Flagg’s play against Arizona and why it reaffirms why he’s been worth tanking for. Then, they look at LeBron and the Lakers’ recent play and if it’s any cause for concern before drafting players who could win MVP in the next five seasons after this one, the NBA’s best trash talkers and the best soft candy.

Note: This episode was recorded before the Grizzlies fired Taylor Jenkins.

0:00 Steven A. vs. LeBron

9:31 Cooper Flagg

15:54 LeBron's recent play

22:09 MVPs in the next five years

39:41 Drafting trash talkers

47:51 Soft candy

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So many NBA teams — the Jazz, the Raptors and more — are blatantly tanking. So is that a problem?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg get into the NBA’s current tanking culture, examine different proposed solutions to fix tanking (include flattening lottery odds, better rule enforcement and more) before Wes makes the case that best solution is to just abolish the lottery altogether.

0:00 Can the NBA get anything from tennis

9:51 - Is this the worst tanking bit ever?

13:30 - Flatten lottery odds

26:03 - Count wins instead of losses after the All-Star break

28:13 - Reworking pick protections

30:55 Head to head records

33:49 Enforce the current rules (and abolishing the lottery altogether)

44:38 Tankathon sim

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The Boston Celtics went for $6 billion. Billion with a b.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg start the show by talking about March Madness and their best memories in March Madness. Then, they turn their attention to the just-sold Boston Celtics and if a new owner will impact their spending plans going forward. Then, they look at the Pistons after Wes saw them hand the Heat another loss and the Warriors - who are thriving with Jimmy Butler - and Draymond Green’s DPOY candidacy.

0:00 Can you pronounce Sandro Mamukelashvili?

3:40 Favorite March Madness moment

10:54 Celtics new ownership

25:58 Pistons live report

38:18 Warriors - 13-2 with Jimmy

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There are several great players on the outside looking in of the playoff picture - including, Kevin Durant, Zion Williamson, Devin Booker and Tyrese Maxey. So why not draft them?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg go back and forth drafting seven-man rotations of players from teams currently outside of the playoffs and the play-in tournament to build the best rotations possible and wonder if either team could actually push the top of the Eastern or Western Conference. (Spoiler alert: the answer is probably no.)

8:16 Kevin Durant (CM)

9:46 Zion (WG)

13:05 Lauri Markannen (CM)

16:08 Devin Booker (WG)

18:02 Tyrese Maxey (CM)

20:14 Miles Bridges (WG)

22:40 Quentin Grimes (CM)

26:30 Toumani Camara (WG)

28:51 Nic Claxton (CM)

30:11 Cam Johnson (WG)

32:32 Deni Avdija (CM)

33:53 Anfernee Simons (WG)

37:59 Jerami Grant (CM)

38:12 Jakob Poertl

39:22 Coaches: Jordi Fernandez (CM) and Will Hardy (WG)

42:13 Which teams does better?________________________________________

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Are the Celtics an actually exciting basketball team?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg start out by talking about the Thunder’s midweek win over the Celtics and debate how much Kristaps Porzingis matters to Boston’s title chances. Then, they bounce back and forth on different NBA takes, including the Celtics being boring to watch despite being great, Anthony Edwards as the league’s biggest talent, and why the Jazz should have been fined way more than they were.

0:00 Patrick Dumont’s comments about the Luka trade

6:11 Thunder-Celtics and Porzingis’ value

17:14 Are the Celtics fun to watch?

30:52 Anthony Edwards is the league’s biggest talent

42:21 The Jazz (and other teams holding guys for no reason) should be fined more for not playing healthy players

51:08 Top-five things to take notes on

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LeBron James is going to miss 1-2 weeks with a groin injury. So what does that mean for the Lakers’ title chance this yeaR?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg start out by looking at the Lakers in the LeBron-Luka Doncic era, why the Lakers’ title chances this year ride on LeBron not getting hurt again, their outlook going forward, and more. Then, they pick their All-NBA teams with about a month to go.

0:00 Eating in the media room

9:16 Lakers outlook and LeBron’s injury

33:05 All-NBA teams

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Kyrie Irving’s season is done. So what now for the Dallas Mavericks and their fans?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg react to Kyrie’s ACL tear. why the Mavericks are screwed, and get into how lost their fan base must feel. Then, they look at the ugly race for the 10th seed in both conferences, pick where Kevin Durant’s basketball champer should be once the Suns inevitably trade him, and get into how SGA has pulled away from the pack in the MVP race.

0:00 Favorite bad team to watch

4:29 The Mavs are in serious trouble

17:19 Race for the 10th seed in both conferenes

23:20 Where Kevin Durant should go next

42:57 SGA running away with MVP

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The NBA home stretch is here. So let’s dive into the most interesting 10 players for the last stretch of the NBA season.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg dive into 10 of the players they are most interested in watching down the stretch of the NBA season, including Ja Morant holding back, Jamal Murray finding his groove and how that makes the Nuggets contenders, Jonathan Kuminga’s fit on the new-look Warriors, and more.

0:00 Shaedon Sharpe, dunk of the year?

1:18 Jamal Murray

8:39 Ja Morant

13:46 Jonathan Kuminga

21:22 Cade Cunngingham

27:03 Jalen Green

31:07 De’Andre Hunter

35:20 Paolo Banchero/Franz Wagner

39:04 Chet Holmgren

43:12 Rui Hachimura

46:20 Kyrie Irving

50:33 Tankathon spin

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After back-to-back losses to the Cavs and Celtics, where do the Knicks fit in the title picture?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg dive into Richard Jefferson’s promotion at ESPN and if he’s a good fit for their top group. Then, they dive into Diana Taurasi’s retirement and her legacy of winning before bouncing around a bunch of topics he missed while he was out before looking at the Knicks recent losses, their place in the title picture, and their center sized hole in the roster.

0:00 Richard Jefferson gets promoted at ESPN

9:16 Diana Taurasi retires (Mentioned Diana Taurasi article from the NYT)

18:05 What Wes missed: Embiid’s knee, All-Star nonsense, Wemby done for the year

44:05 Are the Knicks actually contenders?

51:24 Tankathon spin

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Where the Suns destined to be screwed?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and guest Brendon Kleen (Locked on Suns, Awful Announcing) look at the Phoenix Suns’ disastrous season, why bad defense is at the root of many of their’s team’s issues, the Bradley Beal situation and why he just hasn’t ever worked, Kevin Durant’s future, offseason potential moves, and more.

2:28 All-Star weekend: Mac McClung dunk contest savior

10:34 How this Suns season has turned out - where was this on your likeliest outcomes?

21:16 Bradley Beal’s year

29:58 What are the root causes here - is it bad vibes? If it personnel? Is it all of it?

35:27 What’s the path forward - how do the Suns pivot from this?

57:24 Hype for Satou Sabally

59:19 Tankathon spin

Post All-Star break, it’s time to compare and contrast different situations around the league.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg play a game of either or with four different comparions from around the league, incuding the 76ers and Pelicans as teams with damaged stars; the Kicks or Grizzlies as title cotnenders; the Warriors and Pistons as teams chasing progress; and the Nets and Trail Blazers as bad teams currently playing well. Plus: thoughts on the rescinded Mark Williams trade and the first of many tankathon sims between now and the draft.

0:00 Cold open: Paul Pierece as the Bachelor?

4:47 76ers or Pelicans?

14:42 Knicks or Grizzlies as title contenders?

26:17 Pistons or Warriors?

35:50 Mark Williams trade - and why it’s a win for the Lakers

38:03 Nets or Trail Blazers on the way up

43:30 Tankathon spin No. 1

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Maybe the most active tade deadline in NBA history has come and gone.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg react to the various movies around the NBA this week, including Jimmy Butler to Golden State, De’Andre Hunter to Cleveland, Mark Williams to Los Angeles, Kevin Durant not getting moved despite his name being everywhere, the Bucks turning Khris Middleton into Kyle Kuzma and mich more.

1:57: Jimmy Butler to Golden State

15:57 Cavs get De’Andre Hunter

27:33 Lakers get Mark Williams

37:39 Durant doesn’t get moved - and Suns on the brink of change?

46:17 Bucks get Kyle Kuzma

52:44 Raptors trade for Brandon Ingram

55:57: Grizzlies don’t get a wing/send Marcus Smart to the Wizards

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It happened - Jimmy Butler was traded. But not where anyone expected.

On a new episode, Chris Manning reacts to the Jimmy Butler trade, why the Warriors did it, the Kevin Durant part of the story, why the Suns are now even more screwed than they already were and more.

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Yes, this was a real trade.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg react to the out of nowhere Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade, what it means for both players, how this trade happened, if the Lakers are now title contenders, and much, much more. Then: reacting to the Kings trading De’Aaron Fox to the Spurs and getting Zach LaVine in the process.

1:05 What are the Mavericks even doing?

12:18 How does this kind of trade even happen?

16:53 Is there any way this a good move for the Mavericks?

19:52 Are the Lakers title contenders now?

27:58 What does the Luka-LeBron partnership look like?

32:41 What moves do the Lakers need to make?

39:04 Which team is better off in a a year? What about five years?

48:32 De’Aaron Fox to the Kings

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NBA All-Star teams are out - so let’s pick the best players that didn’t the All-Star team.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg react to the NBA All-Star reserves, LaMelo Ball not making the team despite leading the fan vote for his position, who they would pick for a team of reserve All-Stars to compete at All-Star weekend and more. Plus: Jimmy Butler to the Pelicans??

0:00 Cold open: 10 minute quarters is a horrible diea

8:50 All-Star “snubs”

12:35 Jimmy Butler latest

20:22 Picking an alternate All-Star team

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Jimmy Butler has been suspended. Again. Is a trade immement? And it’s time to pick Western Conference All-Stars.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg first react in real time to news that Jimmy Butler has been suspended by the Miamo Heat for two games and if that means a trade to Phoenix or elsewhere is closer than ever. Then, they look at the Suns, Lakers and Warriors and ask which team is best suited to make an aggressive, all-in trade ahead of this year’s trade deadline. Then, they picke their Western Conference All-Stars ahead of Thursday’s team announcement.

0:00 Cold open: Mike Tirico heads NBC’s NBA coverage

5:04 Jimmy Butler suspended for two gamges

13:17 Which team would be best off making an aggrssive trade: Suns, Lakers or Warriors?

29:22 Western Conference All-Stars?

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It’s time to pick Eastern Conference All-Stars.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg first talk through rumors that the Milwaukee Bucks could have interest in Bradley Beal and why those rumors don’t pass the small test. Then, they pick their Eastern Confernece All-Star teams after the last round of fan voting and this week’s announcements.

0:00 Cold open:Best thing you saw in the NBA this weekend

9:17 Beal to the Bucks

19:07 Eastern Conference All-Stars

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Jimmy Butler’s suspension is over. So what now?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg talk through Jimmy Butler’s return and what comes next in that saga, the Thunder routing the Cavs, SGA’s status as MVP favorite, Cleveland’s interest in Cam Johnson and more.

0:00 Cold open: Kevin Love, Instagram posting lord

3:20 Jimmy Butler returns

14:04 Suns trade for Nick Richards

21:03 Cavs-Thunder 2 and SGA’s MVP case

36:43 Cavs pursuing Cam Johnson via trade

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The Jimmy Butler situation has hit a crisis point in Miami.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg talk all about Jimmy Butler by having Chris ask Wes 10 questions about the Butler-Heat standoff. Topics covered: Was this inevitable?; Can this be salvaged?; How do Heat fans feel about this?;How do Heat fans feel about this?; and The next superstar the Heat chase is ___.

0:00 Cold open: LiAngelo Ball goes viral

6:52 Was this inevitable?

13:02 What was the breaking point?

20:06 Can this be salvaged?

21:30 What is the best outcome for the Heat?

26:07 What is the best outcome for Jimmy Butler?

37:45 How do Heat fans feel about this?

39:51 What does Jimmy really have left?

41:21 The next superstar the Heat chase is ___

43:17 When does this get resolved?

45:12 How do you think this ultimately turns out?

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LeBron James’ Los Angeles Lakers got the role player every contender wanted.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg look at the Lakers’ acquiring Dorian Finney-Smith and beating out the Grizzlies to do so. Then, they look at the Kings firing Mike Brown and what that could mean for De’Aaron Fox’s future with the Kings. Lastly. they do a check-in on the Clippers — who are about to welcome back Kawhi Leonard.

0:00 Cold open: Paige Bueckers’ wild airport breakfast

9:30 Lakers acquire DFS

28:10 What do the Kings do now?

41:01 Landing spots for De’Aaron Fox

47:56 Kawhi Leonard returning in January

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On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg preview all five NBA Christmas Day game, starting with Spurs-Knicks and going all the way through the Suns-Nuggets nightcap.

0:00 Cold open: Giving out NBA Christmas gifts

10:18 Knicks-Spurs

18:18 Wolves-Mavs

27:25 76ers-Celtics

31:31 Lakers-Warriors

37:24 Nuggets-Suns (and Zach LaVine trade latest)

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On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg talk about Jonathan Kuminga’s recent play for the Warriors and if him setting a new career high means anything for the Warriors. Then, they pick All-Stars for each conference and draft three All-Star teams in the new format for the 2025 All-Star game in San Francisco.

0:00 Cold open: Yay or nay on the Toronto Tempo as a WNBA team name?

7:38 Kuminga breaking out?

19:25 Eastern Conference All-Star piicks

31:55 Western Conference All-Star picks

43:19 All-Star team draft

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On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg debut new segments on the show: Optimism meter and panic meter.

In the optimist section, they look at the Warriors, Cavs, and Hawks and wonder which team should be the most optimistic after the first two weeks of the season. Then, they look at the panic side and wonder which of the Bucks, 76ers, and Pelicans should be the most worried about their season’s direction.

0:00 Cold open: The MVP so far is ___

4:42 Optimism meter: Cavs, Warriors, Hawks

29:11 Panic meter: Bucks, 76ers, Pelicans

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On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg discuss why the Pistons are fine despite a 1-4 start and how they can turn it around. Then, they look at the Lakers and why JJ Redick already looks like a good NBA head coach before looking at how Mike Budenholzer looks like a great fit with the Suns and how Bradley Beal proves it.

0:00 Cold open What is Paolo Banchero’s cieling?

7:36 Why the Pistons are on the right track

24:16 JJ Redick is a good coach

41:42 How Bradley Beal’s strong start explains Mike Budenholzer fits the Suns

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On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg talk through how the Thunder might be better than we thought (which was already pretty good!) because of Chet Holmgren’s growth so far this year. Then, they look at the Bucks’ cold start and why it might not get better before looking at the Cavs’ strong start and the Nuggets’ Russell Westbrook problem.

0:00 Cold open: Dwyane Wade’s statue in Miami sure is something

5:06 The Thunder, powered by Chet Holmgren

17:29 Are the Bucks in trouble?

29:07 What matters more: The Cavs’ strong start or Russell Westbrook not fitting with the Nuggets

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Let’s react to standout performances of the opening week of the NBA season.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg go through three takes about the first few days of the NBA season: Wes’ belief that Jayson Tatum could be an underrated MVP candidate, Chris’ take that Anthony Davis’ strong play can raise the Lakers’ ceiling, and the Magic’s strong opening night win and seemingly high floor.0:00 Cold open: The Pistons’ six men on the floor technical foul

4:28 Jayson Tatum as an MVP candidate

18:09 Anthony Davis dominating on opening night

30:29 The Orlando Magic make a statement - and are a playoff lock

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The NBA season is just about here - so let’s into the MVP race and other awards.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg go through each NBA award and make their picks for each award, with odds from BetMGM.

0:00 Cold open: Favorite team that did not win a title, a la the Grit and Grind Grizzles?

10:54 MVP race

20:36 Rookie of the Year odds

26:20 Wembanyama for favorite for DPOY

32:36 Sixth Man of the Year

35:14 Most Improved Player is wide-open

37:05 Coach of the Year is also wide-open

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Joel Embiid has extended with the 76ers, so let’s analyze it from all angles.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg offer up five different takes on Joel Embiid’s extension and what it means for the 76ers to be all the way in on the next few years. Then, they look at the impact of Mitchell Robinson missing the start of the season on the Knicks.

0:00 Cold open: best city edition jerseys

6:36 Five takes about Joel Embiid’s extension

35:33 Mitchell Robinson to miss the beginning of the 2024-25 season

42:55 Personal question: best concert you’ve seen this summer

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Let’s pick the role players that will help shape the 2024-25 NBA season.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg open the show by picking their favorite City edition jerseys before looking at the WNBA expand to Portland, reacting to Adrian Wojnarowski’s retirement from NBA media, and pick six role players who will have a big impact on the 2024-25 season.

0:00 Cold open: best city edition jerseys

11:34 WNBA expansion

17:02 Woj retires

35:30 Mike Conley and Christian Braun

45:33 OG Anunoby

49:44 Khris Middleton

56:54 PJ Washington

1:02:09 Bradley Beal

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The Western Conference is loaded with title contenders. But is it possible that he Thunder pull away from the pack?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg go through the Western Conference and put all 15 teams into tiers, ranging from true title contenders, teams on the cusp, teams stuck in the middle, and teams at the bottom of the league.

0:00 Cold open: What NBA arena that you haven’t been to do you most want to go to?

6:44 Title contenders: Thunder, Nuggets, Timberwolves, Mavericks

27:45 Teams on the verge: Grizzlies, Suns, and the Pelicans and teams close to this level: Kings, Lakers, Clippers

42:51 Teams with upside: Rockets, Warriors, Spurs

50:05 At the bottom: Jazz, Trail Blazers

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The defending NBA Champion Boston Celtics head into the 2024-25 NBA season at the top of the East. Can anyone push them?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg go through the Eastern Conference and put all 15 teams into tiers, ranging from true title contenders, teams on the cusp, teams stuck in the middle, and teams at the bottom of the league.

0:00 Cold open: Can we please have a normal Rudy Gobert conversation?

6:01 Celtics at the top

13:25 Teams with a real chance of pushing the Celtics: Knicks, Bucks, 76ers, Pacers

29:57 The East’s middle class: Cavs, Magic, Heat

46:36 Teams in no-man’s land: Bulls, Raptors, Hawks, Hornets

50:24 Nets, Pistons, Wizards at the bottom

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The NBA season is close - and so is the race to the bottom for Cooper Flagg and other top 2025 NBA Draft prospects.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg draft five teams, all intending to pick the ten worst teams in the NBA. The teams covered: the Nets, the Wizards, the Trail Blazers, Pistons, Hawks, Raptors, Hornets, Bulls, and Rockets.

0:00 Cold open: What would you ask for to give up your jersey number?

7:37 Reviewing the worst teams from last season

10:50 Nets

17:01 Wizards

21:11 Trail Blazers

28:05 Pistons

32:43 Hawks

36:41 Raptors

40:07 Hornets

43:10 Bulls

46:46 Jazz

51:09 Rockets

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Steph Curry's one-year extension headlines a run of NBA news from Just Basketball's hiatus.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg dive into Curry’s extension and the next three years of his career, Ivica Zubac’s extension with the Clippers, why it was smart for the Pacers to keep T.J. McConnell, and the impact of GG Jackson’s foot injury on the Grizzlies.

0:00 Cold open: Would LeBron or Steph be a better team owner?

5:30 Steph Curry’s three-year window

25:03 Ivica Zubac extends with the Clippers

34:28 Pacers keep McConnell around

40:47 GG Jackson’s injury impact

47:49 Personnel question: What tour would you want to see live?

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Stephen Curry came up big for Team USA when they needed him to.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning, Wes Goldberg, and Brendon Kleen dive into Team USA’s win over Serbia, Curry having his big moment at the Olympics and more. Then, they look at France’s win over Germany and preview Sunday’s Gold Medal game between Team USA and France.

0:00 Cold open Pick NBA players for 3x3

10:47 USA-Serbia recap

37:17 France-Germany recap

47:39 Gold Medal game preview

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Will Lauri Markannen get dealt? Or is he bound to stay in Utah?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning, Wes Goldberg, and Brendon Kleen get into the latest on Markannen’s trade market, and what a deal (or no deal) could mean for the Jazz and Warriors. Then, they look at the Olympic knockout round matchups, and reflect on Gordon Hayward’s career.

0:00 Cold open: Random NBA player follows

5:34 Lauri Markannen latest

26:12 Men’s Olympic Basketball knockout round preview

47:51 Gordon Hayward retires

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On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning, Wes Goldberg, and Brendon Kleen talk about Team USA beating South Sudan behind a strong performance fron Bam Adeybayo and the American bench (and no Joel Embiid) before moving onto a game of what matters more between three recent NBA stories: Jarrett Allen extending in Cleveland, Luke Kennard going back to the Grizzlies and Precious Achiuwa re-signing with the Knicks.

0:00 Cold open: What food or drink would you want to be sponsored by?

7:01 Team USA gets to 2-0

25:45: What matters most between Jarrett Allen’s extension, Luke Kennard going back to Memphis, and Precious Achiuwa re-signing with the Knicks

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Team USA stomped Serbia to open the Paris Olympics but Joel Embiid struggled again and Jayson Tatum didn't play. Does either story matter for the NBA season?

Then, a closer look at the Suns signing Tyus Jones. Did the value move make them a better team around Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal?

8:00 Joel Embiid a Team USA problem

25:00 Jayson Tatum DNP-CD

34:07 Tyus Jones

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It's time for the Olympics. But will LeBron James and Team USA come out on top?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning, Wes Goldberg, and Brendon Kleen each give a question they have about Team USA ahead of the 2024 Olympics before doing a full Olympic preview and predicting who they think will take home Gold. Then, they do a round of ‘what matters most’ between three recent bits of NBA news: the Celtics’ rising roster bill amid a sale; the Pacers extending Andrew Nembhard; and Tom Thibodeau’s extension with the Knicks.

0:00 Cold open: Favorite player in international basketball

6:57 Team USA key questions

30:40 Men’s Olympic Basketball preview

48:52 What matters most: Hauser’s extension, Nembhard’s extension, and Thibs' extension

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Let’s go stock up or down on three different Western Conference teams.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning, Wes Goldberg, and Brendon Kleen look at three offseasons in the West - the Mavericks, Thunder, and Warriors - and how those offseasons have set those teams up for success next season. Plus: Brendon’s insights into WNBA All-Star Weekend 2024.

0:00 Cold open: What NBA player would be the best storm chaser

5:27 The Mavs’ excellent front office

23:31 The Thunder have the most upside of any team in the league

39:28 The Warriors have already had a successful offseason

53:27 WNBA All-Star weekend

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Let’s go stock up or stock down on three different Eastern Conference offseasons.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning, Wes Goldberg, and Brendon Kleen first look at the Bucks’ offseason, and if it’s enough to make them a title contender next year. Then, they look at the Magic and if Orlando doubling down on its identity is actually a good thing. To wrap up the show, they look at the Knicks and if the hype around New York’s moves this summer is justified.

0:00 Cold open: Best swimmer on the Olympic team

4:38 Bucks’ offseason enough?

24:37 Orlando’s patience

38:38 How the Knicks stack up

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Jalen Brunson has extended with the Knicks below market value. Is this a sign of things to come?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning, Wes Goldberg, and Brendon Kleen start the show by talking about NBA Summer League highlights and Lawrence Frank’s comments about Kawhi Leonard leaving Team USA. Then, they each fire off a take based on what’s happening in the NBA right now. Topics covered: Brunson’s extension, Rockets rookie Reed Sheppard’s standout summer league and future in Houston, and Carlton ‘Bub’ Carrington being a viable Rookie of the Year candidate.

0:00 Cold open: Best thing saw at Summer League?

6:22 Lawrence Frank talks Kawhi Leonard

23:28 Is Brunson’s extension a sign of things to come?

39:19 Sheppard the future in Houston?

52:31 Carrington for Rookie of the Year?

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Lauri Markkannen is the biggest name on the trade market. But should the Jazz even trade him?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen discuss Markannen’s value to the Jazz, how he fits with what they are building, and why it might be worth it to cash in on him, and add to what they are creating.

Then, they get into the NBA’s new TV deal, how it will change how fans watch games, and what they want to see from NBC and Amazon as they enter the NBA space before looking at what stood out from this week’s USA-Canada scrimmage.

0:00 Cold open: Kevin Durant is how tall?z

4:42 Should the Jazz keep Lauri Markkanen?

25:58 The NBA’s TV deal changing where we watch games

49:37 USA-Canada scrimmage thoughts

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Team USA camp began in Las Vegas this week and Select Team standout Cooper Flagg is all anyone can talk about.

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg zoom in on the bottom of the NBA to debate who should tank for Cooper Flagg this upcoming season before giving their biggest big-picture Olympic basketball questions including who starts and closes for Team USA, which other NBA players could break out in Paris with their national teams, and how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jamal Murray play off each other for Team Canada.

0:00 Intro Cold Open feat. bizarro offseason moves

4:45 Capture the Flagg

58:35 Olympic basketball questions

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The NBA Offseason has hit a lull after a flurry of opening movies. But there are still serval questions to answer.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg talk about the Kings getting DeMar DeRozan and what it means that the Sacramento is going all-in on offense, how the Spurs have built around Victor Wembanyama this summer, and what the 76ers’ big offseason means for their chances in the East.

0:00 Cold open: Most remaining free agents

9:40 The Kings get DeMar DeRozan

31:16 The Spurs’ roster building around Wembanyama

47:20 Are the 76ers the biggest challenger to the Celtics?

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The NBA Offseason has hit a lull after a flurry of opening movies. But there are still serval questions to answer.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg answer four questions about the NBA offseason: What do the Pelicans do - and what does it mean for Brandon Ingram?; What team is most under pressure to make a big move?; Do the Kings have any obvious way to get better; and Are we sure more teams shouldn’t be trying to get DeMar DeRozan?

0:00 Cold open: Ke'lel Ware Mount Rushmore

7:10 Pelicans and Brandon Ingram

20:44 5 teams under the most pressure to make a move

41:09 Kings path forward

50:03 DeMar DeRozan, underrated?

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The Thunder have had arguably the best offseason in the NBA - so are they now the class of the Western Conference?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen take a look at the Oklahoma City Thunder, who added Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein this offseason and could head into next season as the prohibitive favorite to win the Western Conference. Then, they look at teams like the Mavericks, Nuggets, and Warriors and how they stack up against the West’s elite.

Then, they look at the Cavs and Donovan Mitchell agreeing to an extension and how Cleveland now faces hard decisions to improve their roster around Mitchell. Then, they play free agency matchmaker for five remaining free agents.

0:00 Cold open: Kemba Walker retires

6:45 The Thunder’s place atop the West

45:13 Donovan Mitchell extends

1:00:30 Free agency matchmaker

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0:00 Cold open: LeBron willing to take a pay cut for certain players

6:29 Paul George latest

13:55 James Harden back to the Clippers

20:22 Klay Thompson leaving the Warriors

32:14 Chris Paul to the Spurs

38:57 KCP to Orlando

48:10 Murray-Pelicans trade

54:48 Veteran lighting round, featuring Andre Drummond and Kevin Love

57:40 Young player lighting round, featuring Patrick Williams, Cade Cunningham, and Max Christie

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Earlier this week, the Knicks made an aggressive move in trading for Mikal Bridges. So are they on the Celtics’ level now?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen start by getting into the Knicks’ trade for Bridges and if it puts them on the Celtics’ level in the Eastern Conference. Then, they look at the Blazers giving up two picks for Deni Avdija and the Wizards draft moves before evaluating the Wolves’ move to trade up for Rob Dillingham. Then, Zach Cohen joins the show to talk NBA Draft winners and losers.

0:00 Cold open: What first two-day NBA Draft good?

6:57 Evaluating after the Knicks after the Mikal Bridges trade

26:23 What are the Blazers up to?

38:19 The Wolves swing for Rob Dillingham

47:14 NBA Draft winners and losers

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The NBA Draft is here, so it’s time to look at the best prospects based on fit alone.

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg go pick by pick through a Reverse NBA Mock Draft in which players pick their teams. If prospects wanted the best situation for their careers, what would they pick? Hear why Alex Sarr would pick the Sacramento Kings, why Donovan Clingan would want to end up on the Memphis Grizzlies, and more.

0:00 Favorite NBA Draft memories

5:00 Reverse NBA Mock Draft

8:08 Zacharie Risacher

12:03 Alex Sarr

14:05 Donovan Clingan

16:48 Reed Sheppard

19:43 Matas Buzelis

23:12 Stephon Castle

26:22 Dalton Knecht

29:03 Rob Dillingham

33:07 Nikola Topic

39:10 Tidjane Salaun

40:55 Cody Williams

45:15 Devin Carter

46:53 Rob Holland

50:23 Ja’Kobe Walter

55:28 2024 NBA Draft vs 2013 NBA Draft take

1:02:18 Risacher to ATL take

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Which NBA teams have the most at stake this offseason?

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg draft the teams they have their eyes on most this summer, from Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors making one last push to Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans leaping into contention, to the Milwaukee Bucks salvaging Giannis Antetokounmpo’s prime. Plus, will the Houston Rockets be a surprise wildcard again? What are the Utah Jazz doing? And more.

0:00 Intro feat best NBA coach hire

5:23 Pelicans offseason

18:03 Rockets offseason

29:35 Warriors offseason

42:23 Bucks offseason

55:30 Nuggets offseason

1:00:13 Jazz offseason

1:06:13 Pancakes vs waffles

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The Oklahoma City Thunder made an aggressive trade on Thursday in getting Alex Caruso from the Bulls. So how much does Caruso help the Thunder?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning start by talking about the latest on Paul George’s free agency before looking at the Alex Caruso-Josh Giddey swap, why the Bulls did this deal, and how it helps the Thunder. Then, they look at who has more to lose between JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers now that the Lakers have hired Redick. To wrap up the show, RealGM’s Zachary Cohen’s stops by to talk NBA Draft sleepers.

0:00 Cold open: What was the best NBA playoff series?

6:05 Alex Caruso-Josh Giddey trade

24:52 JJ Redick the Lakers finally happens

43:09 NBA Draft Sleepers

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Let’s match NBA stars with their next team.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Wes Goldberg and Chris Manning play free agency matchmaker for three of the biggest names in the rumor mill: Klay Thompson, Paul George, and Brandon Ingram. Plus. they react live to Monty Williams being fired by the Pistons and Pascal Siakam intending to re-sign with the Pacers.

Then, to end the show, they turn their attention to the Charlotte Hornets and preview their offseason.

0:00 Cold open: What was the best NBA playoff series?

2:07 Top five things about the Celtics’ title win

17:50 Free agency matchmaker, featuring Klay Thompson

28:47 Monty Williams is out in Detroit

33:14 Pascal Siakam ‘intends’ to re-sign with the Pacers

35:14 More free agency matchmaker, featuring Paul George and Brandon Ingram

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Let’s match NBA stars with their next team.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Wes Goldberg and Chris Manning play free agency matchmaker for three of the biggest names in the rumor mill: Klay Thompson, Paul George, and Brandon Ingram. Plus. they react live to Monty Williams being fired by the Pistons and Pascal Siakam intending to re-sign with the Pacers.

Then, to end the show, they turn their attention to the Charlotte Hornets and preview their offseason.

0:00 Cold open: What was the best NBA playoff series?

2:07 Top five things about the Celtics’ title win

17:50 Free agency matchmaker, featuring Klay Thompson

28:47 Monty Williams is out in Detroit

33:14 Pascal Siakam ‘intends’ to re-sign with the Pacers

35:14 More free agency matchmaker, featuring Paul George and Brandon Ingram

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The Boston Celtics are NBA champions, Jaylen Brown is Finals MVP and Jayson Tatum is vindicated once and for all…right?

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg celebrate Boston’s title run, break down why they beat the Dallas Mavericks, and discuss what it means in the broader NBA context. What are the big moves that set the Celtics up to win? Is Brad Stevens an even better team builder than Danny Ainge? And did we talk too much about Boston’s offensive math and not enough about their defensive math?

Then, a look at Luka Doncic and Dallas, including comps to LeBron James and whether this was the Mavs’ best chance at a title.

0:00 Intro feat Finals MVP debate

2:30 Boston Celtics are 2024 champs

22:00 Top 5 moves of Boston’s journey

35:00 Will Dallas be back?

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The Mavericks are still alive in the NBA Finals.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning dive into Game 4 of the NBA Finals, where the Mavericks won and extended the series at least one more game by landing the first punch early, and Luka Doncic playing his best game of the series. Then, they look at the Las Vegas Aces’ season so far, how Chelsea Gray’s return could help them, and how they factor into the NBA’s title race. Finally, they preview a pivotal offseason for the Memphis Grizzlies.

Then, to end the show, they turn their attention to the Charlotte Hornets and preview their offseason.

0:00: Cold open featuring Joe Mazzula’s motivational tactics

5:41: NBA Finals Game 4 reaction

21:04: Las Vegas Aces check-in

36:48: Memphis Grizzlies offseason preview

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The Boston Celtics are one win away from winning the NBA championship after a 106-99 win over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 3.

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg recap Boston’s win despite Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving combining for 62 points and look at why the Celtics were underrated going into the series. Then, a look at reporting around Isaiah Hartenstein and the New York Knicks in free agency and how high the top free agent center’s price could go. To close, are the San Antonio Spurs really looking to move up to the top of the NBA Draft, and how should they build around Victor Wembanyama this summer?

0:00 Intro feat NBA Finals player draft

4:30 NBA Finals Game 3 reaction

35:00 Isaiah Hartenstein rumors

45:00 San Antonio Spurs trading up to #1 in the NBA Draft?

1:03:00 Sports stadium bucket list talk

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The Celtics are up 2-0 in the NBA Finals - so is there still hope for the Mavericks?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Wes Goldberg and Chris Manning discuss Game 2 of the NBA Finals, the series MVP so far, Jayson Tatum’s play, Luka Doncic making a few sloppy mistakes, and more. Then, they look at the ways the Mavericks could get back in the series, including Kyrie Irving getting into a rhythm and getting more from the likes of P.J. Washington and Derrick Jones Jr.

Then, to end the show, they turn their attention to the Charlotte Hornets and preview their offseason.

0:00: Cold open featuring Jimmy Butler flirting with the Lakers

4:27: NBA Finals Game 2 reaction

40:58: Hornets offseason preview

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Jaylen Brown for NBA Finals MVP? Kyrie Irving worst game of the Dallas Mavericks postseason?

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg bring their biggest overreactions to Game 1 of the NBA Finals before reacting to the Los Angeles Lakers likely hiring Dan Hurley over JJ Redick. Then, a full preview of the Lakers’ offseason including LeBron James’ future, D’Angelo Russell, and our Top 5 Lakers Offseason Targets.

0:00 Intro feat Finals hype meter

4:08 NBA Finals Game 1 Overreactions

36:43 Lakers hire Dan Hurley

51:15 Lakers offseason preview

59:00 Top 5 Lakers offseason targets

1:03:55 Best sandwich discussion

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Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever have had a rough start to the season — so what’s gone wrong?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning start by discussing the Fever’s poor start, what’s gone wrong, their heavy schedule, Clark’s WNBA career so far, and more. Then, they look at how the Celtics and Mavericks rosters and what lessons their rosters can teach the rest of the league before looking ahead to the Wizards’ offseason and then talk about the best NBA Draft fits with RealGM’s Zach Cohen.

0:00: Cold open the latest on JJ Redick and the Lakers

7:34: Indiana Fever check-in

27:40: Roster building lessons from the NBA Finals

45:14: Wizards offseason preview

1:01:08: NBA Draft best fits

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The NBA Finals are here.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Wes Goldberg, Brendon Kleen, and Chris Manning preview the 2024 NBA Finals by examining if the Celtics can win a series where Luka Doncic averages 35-plus, the return of Kristaps Porzingis, what Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown will look like in their second go around, if the pressure on Tatum to deliver is justified and more. Plus: best bets and series predictions.

To wrap up the show, the guys start previewing the offseason for teams who didn’t make the playoffs, starting with the Detroit Pistons.

0:00: Cold open featuring Al Horford’s career arc

8:44: Can Boston win a series where Luka averages 35-plus?

20:31: Kristaps Porzingis’ return

29:35: What do Tatum and Brown look like in their second NBA Finals?

42:50: Is the pressure on Jayson Tatum justified?

53:15: Best NBA Finals bets

55:48: NBA finals predictions

1:02:30: Pistons offseason preview

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These are officially the playoffs of Luka Doncic.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg talk through the Mavericks’ Game 5 (and series win) over Anthony Edwards on the Timberwolves, how these playoffs have been about Luka ascending to one of the best handful of players alive, and what if would have looked like for him and the teams that could have drafted Luka to have drafted Luka. Then, they looked at what’s next for the Wolves after an incredible season — the best in years — but what looks like a complicated summer on a few fronts.

0:00: Cold open: James Borrego and the Lakers’ coaching search

7:41: Dallas makes the NBA Finals

13:49: The playoffs of Luka

26:36: Five early things to be excited about in the NBA Finals

35:56: What’s next for the Wolves?

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Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves extended the Western Conference Finals with a road win over Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks.

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg break down a tight Game 4 and how Karl-Anthony Towns came alive before previewing the Indiana Pacers offseason, starting with a max contract for Pascal Siakam.

Then, Zach Cohen of RealGM joins the show to discuss the top prospects in the NBA Draft and who the Atlanta Hawks should take with the No. 1 overall pick.

0:00 Intro feat star-hunting Jazz

6:10 Wolves-Mavs Game 4 reaction

21:00 Pacers offseason preview

48:30 Who should go No. 1 in the NBA Draft?

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Led by Luka Doncic, the Dallas Mavericks are one win away from the NBA Finals.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen look at the Mavericks’ Game 3 win over the Wolves, how Dallas got up 3-0, the power of Luka and Kyrie Irving, why the Wolves’ adjustments, were not enough, Derrick Lively’s injury and more. Then, they turn to the Celtics’ 3-0 lead over the Pacers in that series, what this series says about Indiana’s future, Jrue Holiday’s role, and Kristaps Porzingis likely not returning until the NBA Finals.

To wrap up the show, they talk through the Kings and Mike Brown being at an impasse in contract negotiations and what it says about the Kings and debate what is best for Paul George as he possibly heads into free agency next month.

0:00: Cold open featuring the Pistons’ next steps after hiring Trajan Langdon

7:58: Dallas goes up 3-0

39:40: What is going on with Mike Brown and the Kings?

48:48: What is best for Paul George?

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Let’s talk about Anthony Edwards, Nikola Jokic, and the other players who have defined the NBA Playoffs.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg open the slow by giving their take on who the Cavs should hire to replace the just-fired J.B. Bickerstaff.

Then, they draft their respective teams of players of players who have defined the playoffs so far. The only rules: Only two star-level players per team, each team drafts a start five and sixth-man, and both teams draft a coach. Then, they check in on the Eastern Conference Finals and the Western Conference Finals.

0:00: Cold open featuring the Cavs’ coaching search

7:34: Players of the playoff draft

36:59: Eastern Conference Finals check-in

48:20: Western Conference Finals check-in

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Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics escaped with a Game 1 win at home over the Indiana Pacers to kick off the Eastern Conference Finals.

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg react to Boston’s comeback victory before looking ahead to the offseason. Will the Denver Nuggets trade Michael Porter Jr. to retool around Nikola Jokic? Do the New York Knicks need a major move like Karl-Anthony Towns? What can the Oklahoma City Thunder do to get closer to an NBA championship?

0:00 Intro

4:30 Pacers-Celtics reaction

22:00 Nuggets offseason

40:00 Knicks offseason

55:00 Thunder offseason

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The Timberwolves did it — they knocked off the defending champion Nuggets in Game 7.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen start the slow by looking at the Timberwolves’ franchise-defining Game 7 comeback win, how they did despite a quiet night from Anthony Edwards, and how Mon depth won out vs. the Nuggets’. Then, they look at Luka Doncic and the Mavericks advancing past the Thunder and do a quick Western Conference Finals preview. To wrap up the show, they get into the Pacers’ Game 7 win over the Knicks, Tyrese Haliburton’s growth as a lead playoff option, if the Knicks can sustain their grueling play style, and preview Celtics-Pacers.

0:00: Cold open

3:49: Wolves-Nuggets Game 7 reaction

21:00: Dallas beats Oklahoma City

43:03: Western Conference Finals preview

49:24: Knicks-Pacers Game 7 reaction

1:02:56: Eastern Conference Finals preview

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Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves forced a Game 7 vs. Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets as the NBA playoffs roll on.

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg dive into the Wolves rediscovering their form and Jamal Murray’s ugly night. Then, it’s time to trade takes on Mavs-Thunder, Donovan Mitchell trade options, Caitlin Clark and Victor Wembanyama similarities, and the historical precedent of Jayson Tatum.

0:00 Intro feat Minnesota crowd

4:00 Nuggets-Wolves reaction

21:00 Respecting Mavs-Thunder

36:10 Caitlin Clark home debut take

40:00 Keep Donovan Mitchell?

49:00 Defending Jayson Tatum

58:15 Top 5 Trae Young Landing Spots

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The Denver Nuggets took a 3-2 series lead behind Nikola Jokic’s masterclass performance. Are they destined to advance?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wed Goldberg open the show by looking at Nikola Jokic’s 40-point. zero turnover Game 5 and how the Nuggets struck back against the Wolves. Then, they bounce around to talk about Knicks-Pacers, why the Hawks shouldn’t trade Trae Young after getting the No. 1 overall pick, the Celtics not facing adversity, Caitlin Clark’s WNBA debut, and the Lakers’ coaching search.

0:00: Cold open featuring re-doing recent No. 1 picks

5:37: Wolves-Nuggets Game 5

28:32: Knicks-Pacers Game 5

37:15: Why the Hawks should keep Trae Young

43:47: Donovan Clingan and Zach Edey taking threes at the combine

49:48: The Celtics aren’t facing adversity

59:26: Caitlin Clark’s debut

1:01:48: The Lakers’ weird coaching search

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The Denver Nuggets evened up their series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. So where does that series stand now?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning start by analyzing the Nuggets’ Game 4 over the Timberwolves, how Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray are dictating the series, Anthony Edwards is still going off on more. Then, they look at the Hawks winning the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery and several of the league’s worst teams dropping down, Donovan Mitchell’s current status among the NBA’s best players, and what his NBA future could look like. Then, they preview the 2024 WNBA season by looking at Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever, if anyone can beat A’ja Wilson and the Aces this year, and more.

0:00: Cold open

6:07: Nuggets-Wolves is tied at 2-2

28:37: Hawks win the lottery

51:44: Donovan Mitchell vibe check

1:09:58: 2024 WNBA Season preview

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Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks evened their series in OKC as the NBA playoffs roll on.

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg break down the Mavs’ big win over the Thunder before reacting to Frank Vogel being fired by the Phoenix Suns. To close the show, a closer look at Nikola Jokic facing his biggest NBA postseason test and why the Minnesota Timberwolves have posed such a challenge to the Denver Nuggets so far.

0:00 Intro question feat. Shaq & Jokic

4:30 Mavs-Thunder reaction

28:00 Frank Vogel fired

45:00 Jokic back against the wall

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The Timberwolves, led by Anthony Edwards are up 2-0 on the defending champion Denver Nuggets. Are they the new favorites to win it all?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Wes Goldberg and Chris Manning start by discussing the Wolves’ Game 2 win over the Nugges and their control of the series, the Knicks’ Game 1 win over the Pacers; and Pat Riley’s recent comments about Jimmy Butler and what it means for the future of the Heat. Then, they look at the Celtics’ easy win over the Cavs and the Thunder’s impressive Game 1 over the Mavericks.

0:00: Cold open features NBA players at the Met Gala

4:11: Wolves go up 2-0 on Nuggets

28:22: Knicks go up 1-0

34:55: Pat Riley’s vision for the future of the Heat

44:55: Boston cruises in Game 1

55:57: Thunder take Game 1 vs. Dallas

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Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves took Game 1 against Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets. So what does it tell us about the rest of the series?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning start by looking at the Lakers’ coaching search and the Cavs beating the Magic in Game 7. Then, they look at five things that defined Game 1 of Nuggets-Wolves by looking at Edwards’ big night, the different looks the Wolves threw at Jamal Murray, Rudy Gobert’s impact, and more. Then, they preview Thunder-Mavericks and Knicks-Pacers.

0:00: Cold open featuring the Lakers’ coaching search

5:24: Cavs-Magic Game 7

18:56: Nuggets-Wolves Game 1

43:50: Thunder-Mavericks series preview

53:55: Knicks-Pacers series preview

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The Bucks, Heat, and Pelicans were all eliminated from the NBA Playoffs this week — so what now?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning start by looking at the Knicks beating the 76ers, Jalen Brunson’s mastery, and why this might have been Joel Embiid’s best playoff series. Then, they turn their attention to the Bucks, Heat, and Pelicans and the questions now facing each team heading into the summer.

0:00: What NBA/WNBA player “I <3” would you want to own?

3:45: Knicks-76ers series finish reaction

29:27: Do the Celtics have a golden opportunity to win it all?

39:06: What is next for the Bucks?

53:43: Could the Heat blow it up?

1:08:19: How the Pelicans could evolve

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0:00 Intro question feat Suns

5:00 Sixers-Knicks reaction

26:45 Top 5 Surprisingly Valuable Playoff Players

31:30 Nuggets vs Wolves preview

1:01:00 LeBron future debate

1:05:55 Top 5 Most Fun LeBron Destinations

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Sunday’s Mavericks-Clippers Game 4 is one of the best games of the NBA playoffs - and sets the stage for a long series.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg bounce around the NBA Playoffs by looking at Mavs-Clippers and monster games from Kyrie Irving, James Harden and Paul George. They then look at a pivotal Game 4 win from the Knicks and a virtuoso performance from Jalen Brunson.

Also covered: Cavs-Magic, Bucks-Pacers and the NBA getting into business with Amazon.

0:00: Ranking embarrassing losses

3:12: Clippers-Mavericks Game 4

23:35: Knicks-76ers Game 4

40:55: Pacers-Bucks Game 4

48:02: Cavs-Magic is tied up

53:38: New NBA TV deal

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Joel Embiid stole the show in the NBA playoffs on Thursday night in a home win while the Los Angeles Lakers came up short once again.

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg react to a big NBA postseason slate, looking at the Lakers running out of answers around LeBron James and Anthony Davis; the relentless brilliance of Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets; Embiid breathing life into the Philadelphia 76ers; and the Orlando Magic finding some answers against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

0:00 Intro feat Miami Heat

3:02 Lakers vs Nuggets Game 3

22:02 Sixers vs Knicks Game 3

43:40 Magic vs Cavs Game 3

56:55 What Matters More for the weekend

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With their Game 2 loss to the Wolves, are the Suns on the brink? Or could they still fight back?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg bounce around the NBA Playoffs by looking at Suns-Wolves, Mavericks-Clippers and Pacers-Bucks. Then, they play a game where they each nominate three players and pick which player has met expectations, which player has exceeded expectations and which player has been a disappointment. To finish the show, they look at the teams currently down in each series and who has already lost and who hasn’t.

0:00: Cold open featuring dark rooms and Rudy Gobert

4:36: Suns-Wolves Game 2 reaction

16:24: Mavericks-Clippers Game 2 reaction

23:31: Pacers-Bucks Game 2 reaction

31:20: Meet, Exceed or Disappoint

45:03: Not dead yet - which of the teams currently down in their series can come back?

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The opening weekend of the NBA playoffs are done - and there’s a lot to get into including Anthony Edwards’ monster game, the Nuggets controlling the Lakers and Damian Lillard going off against the Pacers.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen start the show by which individual moment from the weekend was the favorite. Then, they go through several series - Suns-Wolves, Knicks-76ers, Mavericks-Clippers, Lakers-Nuggets, Bucks-Pacers, Cavs-Magic and Celtics-Heat - and give their take on what was the most important part of each Game 1.

0:00: Cold open featuring best moments of the weekend

6:08: Suns-Wolves reaection

21:22: Knicks-76ers reaction

30:10: Mavericks-Clippers reaction

41:54: Lakers-Nuggers reaction

55:05: Bucks-Pacers reaction

1:02:40: Cavs-Magic reaction

1:10:11: Celtics-Heat reaction.

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The opening weekend of the NBA playoffs are here. So which series are the most watchable?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg start the show by discussing Klay Thompson’s comments at his exit interview and what comes next for him. Then, they react to Heat-76ers and Bulls-Hawks before debating if the Heat or Bulls would make a better opponent for the Celtics. To wrap up the show, they draft the NBA’s first-round series, ranking them most watch watchable to least watchable.

0:00: Cold open featuring Klay Thompson

9:08: Heat-76ers reaction

174:6: Bulls-Hawks reaction

23:15: Which eighth seed option is the most fun in each conference?

3022: NBA series watchability draft

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On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen open the show by talking about Blake Griffin’s retirement and what they’ll remember most about Griffin. Then, they look at the Lakers’ win over the Pelicans where Zion Williamson was the best player on the floor before getting hurt and the Kings’ win over the Warriors. raising even more questions about what comes next for Golden State. Then, they look at Caitlin Clark officially going No. 1 overall and other WNBA Draft storylines and NBA playoff storylines they are most looking forward to.

0:00: Cold open featuring Blake Griffin

5:47: Lakers-Pelicans recap

18:33: Kings-Warriors recap

31:36: WNBA Draft recap

58:20: NBA Playoff storylines we are looking forward to

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The NBA playoffs are set, starting with LeBron James, Joel Embiid and Steph Curry kicking things off with the play-in tournament this week.

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg discuss the biggest moments from Sunday’s NBA slate of Game 82s including Jalen Brunson in OT and the Phoenix Suns waking up before previewing every play-in game in the Eastern and Western conference. What are the stakes, schemes and trends that will decide the start of the postseason?

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Connecticut Sun head coach and ESPN basketball analyst Stephanie White joins the show to discuss calling this NCAA women's basketball tournament, her thoughts on two rollercoaster NBA teams, the growth of women's basketball and more.

Brendon Kleen talks with White about Dawn Staley's budding dynasty, being in the arena as Caitlin Clark said goodbye to Iowa Hawkeyes fans this spring, where the Los Angeles Clippers and Milwaukee Bucks are headed, and why Alyssa Thomas is one of a kind.

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The NBA Playoffs are just over a week away. So what NBA teams are in the danger zone and what teams should be more optimistic?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg first look at Jrue Holiday's extension with the Celtics and what it means for the future of the Celtics. Then, they turn their attention to a series of teams — including the Bucks, Cavs and Suns — that either will be in the danger zone for the playoffs and beyond or the Kramer zone (as in Cosmo Kramer, whom everything works out for).

0:00: Cold open featuring reports the Wolves' new owners would have cut payroll

6:10: Jrue Holiday extension

16:31: Bucks danger zone and Giannis' calf injury

26:12: Lakers' paths forward

31:25: Are the Cavs in trouble?

42:20: Optimism for Orlando

45:45: The Suns in perpetual danger

49:42: How close are the Hawks to blowing it up?______________________________________________________________

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Join us for a look back at the 2023-24 NBA season with our All-Sub 20 MPG Team, the All Lost Money Team, the All One Trick Pony Team, and the Lauri Markkanen All-Stars.

Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg name their Funhouse All-NBA Teams, hyping up the performance of big names like Zion Williamson and Buddy Hield as well as fan favorites like Sam Merrill and Jonathan Isaac plus many more. From guys who barely play to guys who do one thing really well to vets who had their best seasons ever, we cover the entire NBA through a funhouse mirror.

But first, a closer look at Klay Thompson’s future with the Golden State Warriors and what awaits him in NBA free agency this summer.

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South Carolina won the national title and ended Caitlin Clark’s run. So how did they do it?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen start by looking at Joel Embiid’s return, the state of the Eastern Conference and the opportunity the 76ers have to be a threat in the playoffs. Then, they bounce around several topics in the women’s tournament, including how South Carolina beat Iowa and Caitlin Clark; Kamilla Cardoso’s impact on the game and her future in the WNBA; if South Carolina is a dynasty; teams to watch for next season; and what they learned from this year’s women’s tournament.

0:00: Cold open featuring how the NBA could better present itself and get people interested

7:38: Joel Embiid returns as much of the East is struggling

24:52: NCAA Women’s Tournament wrap-up

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It’s easy to start with the likes of Luka Doncic and Anthony Edwards when planning for the NBA five or 10 years from now. But what about role players or players that could one day become stars?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg open the show by discussing Julius Randle having shoulder surgery and what that means for the Knicks. Then, they build out the Just Basketball Show official player portfolio featuring players all 25 and under. The portfolio features blue chip superstars like Luka Doncic; value/growth players with upside like Jalen Williams and Cade Cunningham; players like Victor Wembanyama they want to be in on as early as possible; and penny stock players who are undervalued and, in some cases, have lottery ticket upside.

0:00: Cold open featuring Malachi Flynn’s 50-point game

7:20: Julius Randle will have season-ending shoulder surgery

21:00: The Just Basketball Show player portfolio

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Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers are heading to the Final Four - and going head-to-head. So who has the most on the line?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen open the show by looking at LSU’s Haley Van Lith and Angel Reese both becoming memes for reactions to Cailtin Clark’s shot making in the Iowa-LSU game. Then, they look at four teams - the Pelicans, the Suns, the Mavericks and the Lakers - and how they could be wild cards in the Western Conference playoff picture.

To wrap up the show, they answer four questions about the women’s NCAA Tournament and explore Caitlin Clark vs. Paige Bueckers, Juju Watkins’ next steps, if Angel Reese should stay at LSU or go pro and if the tournament is still South Carolina’s to use.

0:00: Cold open featuring Haley Van Lith and Angel Reese becoming memes

7:16: Western Conference playoff wild card, featuring the Pelicans, the Suns, the Mavericks and Lakers

45:54: NCAA Women’s Tournament burning questions

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The NBA Playoffs are almost here - and Joel Embiid, Jimmy Butler and Luka Doncic are just some of the players that will define them.

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, the show opens by announcing two changes to the show. First, Wes Goldberg from Locked on Heat, The Ringer and other outlets joins the show as the official third host. Secondly, the show will now come out three days each week.

From there, it’s some NBA slop to sort through with the 76ers reportedly interested in Paul George as George’s future (and a possible new contract with the Clippers) is up in the air.

Then, the guys dive into some of the biggest X-Factors for the playoffs, featuring names like the possibly returning Joel Embiid, the surging Luka Doncic and the always dangerous Jimmy Butler.

0:00: Cold open featuring Luka Doncic talking trash to Vlade Divac

9:16: Welcoming Wes Goldberg to the Just Basketball show with a round of basketball speed dating

27:17: Is Paul George to the 76ers really on the table?

42:29 The Biggest NBA Playoff X-Factors

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We zoom in on the New Orleans Pelicans win and Boston Celtics loss on Thursday night before checking in on the NCAA women’s basketball tournament with two women’s hoops legends.

Brendon Kleen is joined by Shane Young of Forbes to open the show and recap NBA Thursday night. Then, Phoenix Mercury associate head coach Kristi Toliver joins the show to discuss her coaching career and what makes Elena Delle Donne and Luka Doncic great.

Next, ESPN analyst and Hall of Famer Tamika Catchings joins to discuss Notre Dame freshman Hannah Hidalgo and Caitlin Clark joining the Indiana Fever.

To close, Brenden Nunes of Sactown Sports discusses whether the Sacramento Kings have a deep playoff run in them.

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The NBA stretch run is tricking us while the NCAA women’s basketball tournament heats up.

Brendon Kleen is joined by Jack aka Jokicjoestar to pick real vs. fake for key NBA stretch run trends including the arrival of Anthony Edwards, the porous Los Angeles Clippers defense, Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam figuring it out in New Orleans and more.

Then, Jackie Powell of Yahoo Sports and The Next joins to discuss the biggest games and star performances of the tourney so far, including Caitlin Clark vs. West Virginia, JuJu Watkins vs. Kansas, Paige Bueckers vs. Syracuse and beyond.

To close, Chris Manning interviews Jason Howarth of Panini America about how the company is bringing Clark’s March Madness run to life.

0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Nikola Jokic

5:00 Real vs Fake begins with Ant

14:45 Real vs Fake Pacers tandem

22:30 Real vs Fake Clippers D

34:40 Real vs Fake Pelicans contenders

36:50 Real vs Fake Rockets win streak

45:30 Jackie Powell joins

46:15 Caitlin Clark vs WVU

52:45 Paige Bueckers vs Syracuse

1:00:10 JuJu Watkins vs Kansas

1:09:00 Cameron Brink & Kiki Iriafen vs Iowa State

1:14:10 Sweet 16 lookahead

1:24:00 Panini SVP Jason Howarth joins

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Women’s college basketball, arguably, has never had more star power for a tournament. So who are the players that will define March this year?On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen are joined by The Athletic’s Sabreena Merchant to discuss several of the women’s game top stars — Iowa’s Caitlin Clark, USC’s Juju Watkins, Stanford’s Cameron Brink and more — and what lies ahead for them when the NCAA Tournament kicks off later this week.

Also on today’s show: picking which highlight play was better between Kyrie Irving’s game-winner and Anthony Edwards’ monster dunk; Tuesday’s Knicks-Warriors game and what it says about where both teams are at; and what matters more between the Suns getting blown out twice by the Celtics and Bucks, the Clippers being 5-5 in their last 10 games and the Timberwolves racking up three straight wins with Karl-Anthony Towns out injured.

0:00: Cold open: Picking the better player between Kyrie Irving’s game-winning hook shot and Anthony Edwards’ monster dunk vs. the Jazz

4:39: Knicks-Warriors key takeaways

16:55: What Matters More, featuring recent Suns blowouts, the Clippers’ recent 5-5 stretch and the Wolves winning three straight games without Karl-Anthony Towns

20:49: The defining players of the women’s NCAA Tournament with The Athletic’s Sabreena Merchant

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are here right now - but what allowed them to be this good with a team this young?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen discuss how the Oklahoma City Thunder moved from one era to another, what their ceiling is this year in the playoffs, how Sam Presti brought in the modern era of NBA trades and more.

Also covered on the show: Khris Middleton’s return from injury, the Warriors’ win over the Lakers and how offense will fuel any of Golden State’s success and the Pelicans’ win over the Clippers and New Orleans’ chances to make a run in Western Conference.

Plus: Brendon interviews G League Ignite player and NBA veteran Norris Cole about his time in the G League, the Ignite program, his NBA highs and more.

0:00: Cold open, featuring Khris Middleton’s return

5:33: Lakers-Warriors

23:40: Clippers-Pelicans

37:42: How the Thunder reinvented themselves

1:11:03: Norris Cole interview

Players solve problems in the NBA - so who are the right players for these problems?

On a new episode of The Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen try to find the right player to fix current and future issues in eight different situations - including the Boston Celtics’ offensive process, the right player to get Luka Doncic a deep playoff run, possible trade targets for the Oklahoma City Thunder, the right star to succeed Jimmy Butler as the engine of the Miami Heat and more.

0:00: Cold open, featuring push back to the NBA’s 65-game rule for awards

11:50: Who could fix Boston’s offensive process problems?

20:13: Who could help Luka Doncic get over the hump?

25:35: Who should the Thunder make an all-in trade for? What about the Knicks?

39:40: Who should take the mantle from Jimmy Butler in Miami?

47:13: Best future landing spots for Trae Young and Donovan Mitchell

57:20: The move (or moves) the Kings could make to be contenders

1:02:43: Best piece to elevate Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram?

1:07:39: Best running mate for Tyrese Haliburton

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There’s still much to be sorted out this NBA season, but that doesn’t mean we can’t start looking back.

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen start by looking at Suns-Celtics and Suns-Nuggets and what can be learned from those two high-profile matchups. Then, they explain five NBA stories that defined the 2023-24 season, including James Harden sacrificing, the Indiana Pacers coming and going, a potential lost season for the Milwaukee Bucks, the breakdown of the Detroit Pistons, and the surprise OKC Thunder.

0:00: Intro Cold Open feat Ben Simmons

6:31: Wide open NCAAW tourney

16:45: Lessons from Celtics-Suns & Celtics-Nuggets

31:52: Why James Harden worked in LAC

43:23: Where MIL went wrong

54:09: Why DET is so, so bad

1:02:10: Why OKC was underrated

1:06:50: Are the Pacers a flash in the pan?

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As the NBA regular season heads into the home stretch, it’s time to think about awards. And it feels like many awards races might already be over.On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen open the show by looking at the Cavs’ current injury issues, the recent Nuggets-Suns game and if it taught us anything about Phoenix and Zion Williamson opening the door to one day doing the dunk contest. Then, they turn their attention to various NBA awards races, including MVP, Defensive Player of the Year and Coach of the Year that might already be decided with about a month to go.

Cold open: What current NBA players should get statues? - 0:00

Evan Mobley joins Donovan Mitchell on the injured list - 6:19

Nuggets-Suns thoughts sand lessons - 16:40

Zion Williamson opens the door to him doing the dunk contest - 27:52

NBA Awards talk - 32:58

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Caitlin Clark has set another record and declared for the WNBA Draft - so what's next for her? And is there anything to accomplish at Iowa?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen discuss a slew of NBA injuries/injury updates - including Joel Embiid, Jalen Brunson and Scottie Barnes - before looking at Caitlin Clark declaring for the WNBA Draft and breaking the Division 1 scoring record and what are the next steps in her basketball odyssey. Then, they look at the Boston Celtics, winners of 11 straight, and wonder if they are the title favorite hiding in plain sight.

Cold open/intro, featuring Travis Scott and Lisa Bulder: 0:00

What Matters Most, NBA injury edition: 5:25

Caitlin Clark declares for the WNBA Draft: 21:55

Are the Celtics the NBA title favorite?: 46:53

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There’s about a month left in the NBA regular season - so who is a real championship contender and who is not?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning is joined by Wes Goldberg (Locked on Heat, The Ringer) to look at possible flaws within the top-level contenders in the league before diving into the Warriors, the Mavericks, the Lakers and Heat, the latest Victor Wembanyama highlights and more.

Cold open/intro: Does the NBA have a ref problem? 0:00

Cavs-Mavericks was AWESOME - and that’s why the Cavs got Max Strus 4:47

NBA Championship tiers, elite level 11:44

The upside of the Mavericks 25:10

Do the Warriors have a title run in them? 33:15

Should the Heat or Lakers be considered a real threat? 45:56

How dangerous are the Magic? 54:32

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Winners of eight straight, the Boston Celtics have a firm grip on the Eastern Conference. So who can reasonably challenge them?

On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning is joined by Wes Goldberg (Locked on Heat, The Ringer) to talk about who can actually challenge the Celtics from the following pool of teams: the Heat, the Knicks, the Cavs, the Bucks and the 76ers.

Plus: What does Trae Young’s injury mean for the Hawks the rest of the season and into a potentially pivotal summer?

Cold open/intro: Is the Clippers rebrand good?: 0:00

Trae Young out a month with a broken finger: 3:37

Knicks: 14:56

Cavs: 23:05

Heat: 29:54

76ers: 48:49

Bucks: 51:20

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With All-Star Weekend in the rearview mirror, it’s time to preview the final stretch of the NBA regular season.

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen discuss 10 different things worth watching over the final weeks of the NBA season, including the MVP race, if the 76ers and Joel Embiid can turn their season around, how far Jalen Brunson can take the Knicks and if the Phoenix Suns can actually compete for a title.

0:00: Cold open featuring who the NBA can rely on to promote the league

6:26 - Does someone have a moment for MVP that separates themselves from the pack?

13:02 - Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander going to win MVP?

18:51 - How do seeds 2-4 break in the East?

25:48 - Can the 76ers salvage their season?

33:00 - Can the Miami Heat still be fixed?

38:52 - How far can Jalen Brunson take the Knicks?

43:56 - Are we going to see Victor Wembanyama fully unleashed?

51:06 - Can the Suns avoid being embarrassed?

58:40 - What does the rest of the year dictate for the Warriors and the Lakers?

1:02:07 - Who is this year’s late bloomer?

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NBA All-Star weekend may have felt like a dud, but it didn’t have to be.

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen discuss the highs (Steph Curry vs Sabrina Ionescu) and lows (the game itself) of the weekend before diving into Jacque Vaughn being fired in Brooklyn, Mike Conley getting an extension in Minnesota, Caitlin Clark breaking the NCAA scoring record, and Klay Thompson being benched by the Warriors.

0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Paige Bueckers

4:15 All Star Winners & Losers

15:01 Fixable or not fixable?

32:17 Jacque Vaughn out

42:40 Mike Conley extends

51:41 Caitlin and Juju

1:02:15 Klay benched, Warriors are here?

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Are the Phoenix Suns, New York Knicks and Milwaukee Bucks real NBA contenders in the conversation with the Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics?Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen are joined by Zayan Huda to draft and debate top NBA contenders heading into the stretch run. But first, a closer look at trade rumors swirling around Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks.0:00 Intro Cold open feat CHO5:08 Trae rumors20:00 Contender draft______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube! (edite

Are the Phoenix Suns, New York Knicks and Milwaukee Bucks real NBA contenders in the conversation with the Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics?Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen are joined by Zayan Huda to draft and debate top NBA contenders heading into the stretch run. But first, a closer look at trade rumors swirling around Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks.0:00 Intro Cold open feat CHO5:08 Trae rumors20:00 Contender draft______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube! (edite

Are the Phoenix Suns, New York Knicks and Milwaukee Bucks real NBA contenders in the conversation with the Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics?Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen are joined by Zayan Huda to draft and debate top NBA contenders heading into the stretch run. But first, a closer look at trade rumors swirling around Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks.0:00 Intro Cold open feat CHO5:08 Trae rumors20:00 Contender draft______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube! (edite

The NBA trade deadline is complete, with the New York Knicks and Dallas Mavericks making big moves to improve their championship prospects.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the five teams that defined the deadline, including the Philadelphia 76ers, Toronto Raptors and OKC Thunder in addition to the Knicks and Mavs.__________________________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketballshow/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The NBA trade deadline is complete, with the New York Knicks and Dallas Mavericks making big moves to improve their championship prospects.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the five teams that defined the deadline, including the Philadelphia 76ers, Toronto Raptors and OKC Thunder in addition to the Knicks and Mavs.__________________________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketballshow/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The NBA trade deadline is just over 48 hours away and the championship race is wide open, but which players will actually change teams?Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen give their final predictions and give out awards for teams that need and don’t need a trade, players who should and shouldn’t be dealt, the biggest unknown and the team that could become a contender with a move.0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Along Came Polly3:51 WNBA free agency power moves23:04 NBA trade deadline awards______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

NBA All-Stars come out Thursday so it’s time to debate whether LeBron James, Devin Booker, Damian Lillard and others should make the cut.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen give out their full starters and reserves for each conference with some surprises. But first, are the Houston Rockets skipping steps pursuing win-now veterans for Ime Udoka? And after Joel Embiid and Tyrese Haliburton pushed returns for awards reasons, the NBA is playing itself.0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Marc Gasol8:12 Slop of the Week feat Rockets19:03 Embiid injury28:03 Celtics beat Pacers33:04 All Star picks______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

NBA All-Stars come out Thursday so it’s time to debate whether LeBron James, Devin Booker, Damian Lillard and others should make the cut.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen give out their full starters and reserves for each conference with some surprises. But first, are the Houston Rockets skipping steps pursuing win-now veterans for Ime Udoka? And after Joel Embiid and Tyrese Haliburton pushed returns for awards reasons, the NBA is playing itself.0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Marc Gasol8:12 Slop of the Week feat Rockets19:03 Embiid injury28:03 Celtics beat Pacers33:04 All Star picks______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The Los Angeles Lakers are pursuing Dejounte Murray while the future of LeBron James looms once again. Meanwhile the hierarchy of the NBA is taking shape heading toward the trade deadline.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen discuss whether the Murray deal is a dead-end for the Lakers because of D’Angelo Russell, and who is really a top contender in the NBA in 2024.0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Steph vs LeBron5:36 Lakers crossroads25:12 NBA Championship Tiers______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The Los Angeles Lakers are pursuing Dejounte Murray while the future of LeBron James looms once again. Meanwhile the hierarchy of the NBA is taking shape heading toward the trade deadline.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen discuss whether the Murray deal is a dead-end for the Lakers because of D’Angelo Russell, and who is really a top contender in the NBA in 2024.0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Steph vs LeBron5:36 Lakers crossroads25:12 NBA Championship Tiers______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

In just one day, the NBA saw incredible scoring totals, a contender’s head coach fired, and the East team from last year’s NBA Finals make an upgrade.Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning break down Joel Embiid, Karl-Anthony Towns and Kevin Durant setting their gyms on fire, the Bucks moving on from Adrian Griffin for likely Doc Rivers, and the heat trading Kyle Lowry for Terry Rozier.0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Team USA5:00 Embiid/Towns/KD explosion23:54 Griffin out, Doc in?46:26 Rozier trade______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The Denver Nuggets capped off a great week of NBA basketball beating the Celtics in Boston, while WNBA free agency kicks off on Sunday.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the Nuggets looking unstoppable once again and answer five burning questions for WNBA free agency. Also, a look at Caitlin Clark losing to Ohio State, the future of Bronny James in the NBA, and Waving the Flag focusing on the Orlando Magic losing to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday.0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Deandre Ayton6:25 Iowa-Ohio State WBB reaction13:32 Bronny takeaways20:21 Bucks want Dejounte Murray?26:51 Celtics go down49:50 WNBA burning questions1:10:55 Magic dominated by Sixers______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The Denver Nuggets capped off a great week of NBA basketball beating the Celtics in Boston, while WNBA free agency kicks off on Sunday.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the Nuggets looking unstoppable once again and answer five burning questions for WNBA free agency. Also, a look at Caitlin Clark losing to Ohio State, the future of Bronny James in the NBA, and Waving the Flag focusing on the Orlando Magic losing to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday.0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Deandre Ayton6:25 Iowa-Ohio State WBB reaction13:32 Bronny takeaways20:21 Bucks want Dejounte Murray?26:51 Celtics go down49:50 WNBA burning questions1:10:55 Magic dominated by Sixers______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

It was a busy 24 hours in the NBA as Pascal Siakam was traded to the Indiana Pacers and Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers beat Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets in a battle of MVPs.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down Siakam’s interesting fit in Indiana and the Pacers pushing their chips in. Then, a look at how Embiid dismantled the Denver defense and why the Nuggets looked off. To close, it’s time for Waving the Flag featuring a breakdown of where Markelle Fultz fits for the Orlando Magic and the Sacramento Kings’ state of affairs after two heartbreaking losses back to back.0:00 Who is the NBA’s Jared Goff?5:00 Siakam to Indiana23:34 76ers beat Nuggets43:25 Kings fall victim to Dame Time1:01:43 Fultz fate______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

It was a busy 24 hours in the NBA as Pascal Siakam was traded to the Indiana Pacers and Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers beat Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets in a battle of MVPs.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down Siakam’s interesting fit in Indiana and the Pacers pushing their chips in. Then, a look at how Embiid dismantled the Denver defense and why the Nuggets looked off. To close, it’s time for Waving the Flag featuring a breakdown of where Markelle Fultz fits for the Orlando Magic and the Sacramento Kings’ state of affairs after two heartbreaking losses back to back.0:00 Who is the NBA’s Jared Goff?5:00 Siakam to Indiana23:34 76ers beat Nuggets43:25 Kings fall victim to Dame Time1:01:43 Fultz fate______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Teams around the NBA like the Brooklyn Nets, Utah Jazz and Charlotte Hornets may not see themselves as sellers at the NBA trade deadline… but they should.Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning make the case for all the potential sellers ahead of the deadline and then play matchmaker for players like Nicolas Claxton, Collin Sexton, Terry Rozier and Malcolm Brogdon.0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Caitlin Clark5:00 Warriors trading Wiggins?22:25 Nets as Sellers33:35 Jazz as Sellers39:43 Pistons as Sellers46:38 Hornets as Sellers52:59 Hawks as Sellers56:01 Bulls as Sellers1:00:44 Raptors as Sellers1:07:22 Blazers as Sellers1:10:47 Rockets as Sellers______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The Milwaukee Bucks destroyed the Boston Celtics on national TV to even the score at the top of the East.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen dig into what we can learn from the lopsided game before discussing Victor Wembanyama’s triple-double, Kawhi Leonard extending with the Los Angeles Clippers and Elena Delle Done potentially being on the move in the WNBA. Then, it’s time for Waving the Flag and a deep dive on Paolo Banchero’s season as well as whether the Sacramento Kings are stuck or not.0:00 Intro Cold Open on Spo7:44 Celtics-Bucks recap22:00 Vic Triple Double31:00 Kawhi back42:00 Elena Delle Gone?50:00 Waving the Flag______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

It’s NBA trade deadline season with very few clear-cut contenders. So how can Joel Embiid, Luka Doncic, Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler get closer to championship contention?Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen debate which teams are one trade away and who they should target. Then, a First Time All-Star Draft featuring Tyrese Maxey, Jalen Brunson, Alperen Sengun and more. But first, a look at the Ja Morant injury and where the Memphis Grizzlies go from here.0:00 Intro Cold Open Question8:14 Grizzlies Future25:11 One Trade Away Teams1:00:00 First Time All-Star Draft______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

From Donovan Mitchell to Draymond Green, this NBA trade deadline figures to be another big one in a wide open championship race.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen rank each player who could plausibly be on the move at the deadline, which also includes difference makers like Lauri Markkanen, Jerami Grant, Dejounte Murray and more. Plus, what is the best fit for each player?0:00 Intro4:52 Salute to Ricky Rubio13:10 Deadline table setter29:45 Trade deadline player rank______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Who can dethrone the Denver Nuggets to win the 2024 NBA championship, and who is falling toward the NBA Draft lottery?Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the upstart OKC Thunder, the Minnesota Timberwolves falling down to earth, the rise of De'Aaron Fox and what it means for the Sacramento Kings, whether Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero could both be All-Stars for the Orlando Magic, the prospects of the Cleveland Cavaliers trading Donovan Mitchell, and more.But first, quick reactions to Immanuel Quickley debuting with the Toronto Raptors and OG Anunoby premiering with the New York Knicks.0:00 Intro Cold Open4:34 OG/RJ/Quickley debuts17:04 Championship Tiers______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

From Nikola Jokic to A’ja Wilson to Caitlin Clark to Jimmy Butler, the NBA and WNBA gave us a ton to love in 2023 plus some lows.Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning look back on the year that was in basketball plus make predictions about what 2024 might hold for Joel Embiid, the Golden State Warriors, G League Ignite, and the Paris Olympics.0:00 Intro Cold Open4:43 Pascal Siakam Slop14:45 2023 Look Back52:41 2024 Look Ahead______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The Boston Celtics bring their A-game, the Phoenix Suns shrink, and the NBA hierarchy comes into focus after a big NBA Christmas Day.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen go through a big question from each game including what the Jaime Jaquez Jr. breakout means for the Miami Heat and how the New York Knicks can improve their roster with a trade.0:00 Intro Cold Open4:12 Boston vs the Field?20:58 Did Miami win the Dame trade?31:40 Time to panic in Phoenix?43:53 Is Steve Kerr right about officiating?53:20 What's the right trade for the Knicks?__________________________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketballshow/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

On the same night Ja Morant lifted the Memphis Grizzlies to another strong win in his return to the NBA, the Detroit Pistons slumped to a 25th straight loss against half of the Utah Jazz.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down both games and both teams, starting with what we can learn from Cade Cunningham and Detroit breaking down mid-rebuild. Then, a look at what Morant’s return shows us big picture about the Grizzlies and the league, plus what Memphis can realistically achieve the rest of the season.0:00 Intro Cold Open4:19 Pistons hit a new low29:14 Morant back59:31 What Matters More feat. Philly, LAC and GSW______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Are the Denver Nuggets still the favorites to represent the Western Conference in the NBA Finals, or will challengers like the Phoenix Suns, Minnesota Timberwolves or Oklahoma City Thunder dethrone Nikola Jokic and Co.?Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen are joined by Wes Goldberg to pick their West MVP (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?), best team, most disappointing team (Golden State?), and more.But first, the trio digs into all their favorite landing places for Utah Jazz All-Star Lauri Markkanen.0:00 Intro Cold Open3:29 Markkanen deals22:38 West check-in______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

From Austin Reaves and the Los Angeles Lakers depth to Fred VanVleet going to Houston to the Phoenix Suns cutting bait with Deandre Ayton, it’s time to re-grade the NBA offseason.Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning revisit each big move of the NBA summer. Then, Steve Ceruti of The Ringer joins to sing the gospel of the Orlando Magic and discuss how far Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs can go this season or whether Orlando needs a trade.0:00 Intro Cold Open5:54 Slop of the Week feat. Toronto26:27 Re-Grading the NBA Offseason1:06:00 Ceruti on the Magic______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Caitlin Clark could be headed to the Indiana Fever…or not? Plus Anthony Davis and LeBron James lead the Los Angeles Lakers to the inaugural NBA Cup title in Las Vegas.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the ripple effects of Indiana winning the WNBA Draft Lottery and what Caitlin Clark might do in the spring. Then, a look at how LA stifled Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers to win the In-Season Tournament.0:00 Cold Open3:53 WNBA Lottery25:38 NBA Cup reaction50:35 IST Takeaways______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The Los Angeles Lakers and Indiana Pacers will face off in the NBA Cup Final as LeBron James aims to fend off Tyrese Haliburton to hoist another trophy.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down how the Lakers and Pacers got here as well as whether Bobby Portis is right about the Milwaukee Bucks offense and whether it's time for a change around Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans.0:00 Intro3:41 Pacers-Bucks takeaways28:30 Lakers-Pelicans takeaways42:45 NBA Cup Final preview__________________________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketballshow/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Can the Indiana Pacers upset the Milwaukee Bucks? Can LeBron James continue his incredible vintage season and beat Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans?Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen preview the NBA Cup semifinals and discuss the Phoenix Suns getting screwed by the refs. Then, it’s time for Waving the Flag including what happens to the Orlando Magic when Wendell Carter Jr. gets back and our five favorite Sacramento Kings trades.0:00 Intro1:40 NBA Cup semis preview45:50 Waving the Flag______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen open up the episode by looking at Mark Cuban selling the Mavericks and the Warriors’ recent struggles and concerns about Andrew Wiggins and Klay Thompson. Then, they are joined by Brad Rowland from Locked on Hawks and DIME on Uproxx to discuss the state of the Eastern Conference by looking at who the best team in the conference is, the MVP of the conference so far this season, the team they are most high on, their most disappointing team and make a wild prediction based on what we’ve seen so far. 0:00 Intro1:08: Mark Cuban reportedly selling the Mavs10:56: Slop of the week: What’s up with the Warriors? 19:12: State of the Eastern Conference______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen jump around the NBA looking at the Jaylen Brown-Kristaps Porzingis tandem in Boston, the Indiana Pacers defense, patience with the New Orleans Pelicans, the development of Jabari Smith Jr. and Jalen Green in Houston, and more.Then, it’s time for Waving the Flag in which we break down the Orlando Magic’s six-game win streak and how the defense and rotation are fleshing out, plus the Sacramento Kings and their structure moving forward.0:00 Intro2:18 To Think That I Saw It On NBA League Pass41:23 Waving the Flag______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

It’s time for Basketball Thanksgiving, doling out praise for Anthony Edwards, LeBron James, Caitlin Clark, the Utah Jazz and more.But first, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen go through the 5 most interesting stats of the NBA season so far starring the Oklahoma City Thunder, Golden State Warriors, Max Strus, Dillon Brook and Mitchell Robinson.0:00 Intro2:41 Basketball Beckham11:20 Five Stats27:52 Basketball Thanksgiving______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

We power rank the NBA from top to bottom while zooming in on the rising Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Indiana Pacers and Atlanta Hawks as well as questions around the Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors and Chicago Bulls.Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning then jump into this week for the Orlando Magic and Sacramento Kings in their weekly Waving the Flag segment.0:00 Intro1:31 Lakers slop7:28 NBA title tiers1:01:22 Waving the Flag feat ORL & SAC______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning begin the show by talking about the Bulls and Zach LaVine seemingly moving towards a breakup and what teams would makes sense for LaVine. Then, they talk through different NBA takes - including the Cavs continuing to be good, being lukewarm on Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Williams hype - they'd look back before being joined by The Ringer's Rob Mahoney to play a round of NBA speed dating, talk about his recent Tyrese Haliburton story, what Haliburton has unlocked for the Pacers and how Haliburton and Rick Carlisle bring the best out of each other.0:00 Intro3:10: Zach LaVine's trade market and best destinations29:15: NBA Prediction Course Correction48:12: The Ringer's Rob Mahoney joins the show______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning start the week with a look at the start and excitement of the women's college basketball season, the Milwaukee Bucks' continued struggles, the Wolves' looking legitimate (especially on defense), the Pacers' offense hitting new heights, the Houston Rockets developing the defense and the weekly check-in on the Orlando Magic and the Sacramento Kings.0:00 Intro3:10: The start of the women's college basketball season5:28: What Matters More: The Bucks' continued struggles, the Lakers' starting lineup change and Chris Paul's shooting woes31:50: The Wolves' strong start and stout defense, the Pacers’ league-best offense and Scottie Barnes’ star leap1:05:40: Waving the flag: The Kings beat the Thunder and the Magic’s guard woes______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Vince Goodwill of Yahoo joins to survey the latest NBA news including James Harden debuting for the Los Angeles Clippers, Bradley Beal returning to the Phoenix Suns, and the upstart Golden State Warriors.But first, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning jump into their weekly ‘To Think That I Saw It On NBA League Pass’ segment in which they discuss Anthony Edwards dominance, Giannis and Dame’s awkward start in Milwaukee, the Josh Giddey-Chet Holmgren pairing in OKC and more.0:00 Intro1:15 Jamal Murray and Timelord injury news7:28 NBA League Pass observations32:13 NBA Draft day two news38:24 Vince Goodwill joins______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Victor Wembanyama is the story of the early NBA season, so it’s time for a deep dive.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the San Antonio Spurs rookie in depth after two monster performances to beat the Phoenix Suns last week. Plus, a quick run through the NBA including James Harden’s Clippers debut, the Boston Celtics crazy start, and Zion Williamson playing more purposeful basketball. To close, Waving the Flag featuring Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic as well as the Sacramento Kings minus De’Aaron Fox.0:00 Intro7:04 Harden debuts11:44 Wembanyama reaction39:10 Zion, Simmons, Tatum, Maxey thoughts52:21 Waving the Flag feat. Paolo and Fox______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when signing up on Thrive Fantasy: https://partners.thrivefantasy.com/justbasketball/Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The Memphis Grizzlies Are Down Bad Plus James Harden Is Finally a ClipperOne full week of the NBA season is complete and it’s time for a closer look at the Memphis Grizzlies, Philadelphia 76ers and Los Angeles Clippers.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen discuss the James Harden trade to LA and what it means for the Clippers and Sixers before going deep on an ugly week in Memphis. Also, the John Collins era is off to a rough start in Utah and Bradley Beal may be out a while in Phoenix.0:00 Intro1:40 Harden deal reaction27:35 What Matters Most feat Beal, Collins and Cam Thomas40:50 Memphis rough start______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshow

It’s time for our unlikely but possible NBA predictions for the 2023-24 season with Jokicjoestar aka Jack.Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning are joined by Jokicjoestar to discuss the MVP race, first-time All-Stars in Boston and Denver, all-in trade teams, and whether this might be the year the Jazz and Bulls tear it down. But first, a quick breakdown of Sunday’s road beatdown by the Nuggets over the Thunder.Then, they rip through a couple NBA news items before the weekly Waving the Flag segment featuring the Orlando Magic and Sacramento Kings.0:00 Intro1:01 OKC-DEN reaction11:40 Unlikely But Possible Predictions46:12 NBA news feat Cade and LeBron54:45 Waving the Flag on Orlando1:09:00 Waving the Flag on Sac______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

With the 2023-24 NBA season here, it's time to make some predictions about who will win it all, who will win MVP and much, much more.On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen make predictions for the 2023-24 NBA season (including their title picks, MVP picks, which teams will have the best offense and the best defense and more) before previewing the new-look Boston Celtics with Just Basketball TikTok producer Zayan Huda and the Portland Trail Blazers with Erik Garcia Gundersen.0:00: Intro2:51: What matters more feat Sochan, Quickley and Beal12:01: Planting our flag on the Magic and Kings18:01: 2023-24 season predictions50:59: Boston Celtics preview1:27:04: Portland Trail Blazers preview______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

As the NBA season starts Tuesday, it’s time to preview the Denver Nuggets and Milwaukee Bucks, the two favorites to meet in the NBA Finals.Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning discuss the arrival of Damian Lillard, the Patrick Mahomesification of Nikola Jokic, and more. But first, our quick thoughts on Steven Adams missing the season in Memphis, Zach Collins getting an extension in San Antonio, and where Jonquel Jones, Skylar Diggins-Smith and Brittney Griner might go in WNBA free agency.0:00 Intro1:47 Adams surgery11:56 Collins extension19:01 WNBA free agency37:34 Bucks preview1:00:36 Nuggets preview______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

We continue our NBA season preview series with a trio of chaotic squads in the Sixers, Grizzlies and Raptors.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down Philly asking a lot of Joel Embiid once again, Memphis in a lurch during Ja Morant’s absence, and Toronto in a reset season along with Locked On Raptors host Sean Woodley. But first, they play a game of NBA Preseason What Matters Most including Taurean Prince starting for the Lakers, Ben Simmons playing well to start the year, and Klay Thompson heading into a contract season.0:00 Intro1:06 What Matters More13:54 76ers preview40:15 Grizzlies preview1:11:00 Raptors preview______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube! (edited)

The New York Liberty take Game 3 and it's time to preview the star-studded Suns and a Cavaliers team looking for redemption.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down Game 3 of the WNBA Finals by focusing on the Liberty's standout defense and the Aces losing Chelsea Gray to injury. They then preview the Phoenix Suns, all-in on this season after acquiring Bradley Beal to team with Devin Booker and Kevin Durant, and the Cleveland Cavaliers, who are looking to match last season's regular season success with postseason success this season.Other topics discussed: Jrue Holiday coming off the bench for Boston, the Pelicans' bad preseason defense, Victor Wembanyama playing like an All-Star in preseason and the Heat reportedly not trading for Bradley Beal because they think Tyler Herro is better.Intro: 0:00WNBA Finals Game 3 recap: 1:13What matters most: Jrue Holiday off the bench, the Pelicans' bad defense and Victor Wembanyama looking like an All-Star: 21:00The Heat, apparently, think Tyler Herro is better than Bradley Beal: 29:03Phoenix Suns preview: 33:12Cleveland Cavaliers preview: 1:00:43______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The Las Vegas Aces are on the cusp of a WNBA championship while the NBA season is less than two weeks away.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down Game 2 of the WNBA Finals before playing the debut round of NBA Speed Dating. They also discuss the latest with Miles Bridges and the Chicago Sky hiring Teresa Weatherspoon before previewing the Sacramento Kings season.0:00 Intro1:50 NBA Speed Dating26:51 Miles Bridges36:11 Weatherspoon to Chicago44:28 WNBA Finals Game 258:21 Kings preview______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The Aces took one of the WNBA Finals and the NBA preseason has begun.Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning break down Las Vegas’ big win and the strong play of Jackie Young to lead the way. Then, a deep dive previewing Kawhi Leonard and the aging Los Angeles Clippers before closing with a preview of Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks as they build off last year’s breakout.0:00 Intro1:19 Slop of the Week feat Jrue Holiday & Brandon Clarke11:08 WNBA Finals Game 1 reaction34:15 Clippers preview1:00:46 Knicks preview______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

NBA Media Day has come and gone while the WNBA Finals loom.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen react to the best moments from media day, break down what will decide the WNBA Finals, and do a deep dive season preview on the Golden State Warriors.Then, Lucas Kaplan joins the show to preview the Brooklyn Nets.0:00 Intro1:44 Media day news14:46 Best media day quotes38:41 WNBA Finals preview49:58 Warriors preview1:20:00 Nets preview______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

NBA rosters finally look set and so is the WNBA Finals matchup.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen are joined by Wes Goldberg to break down the Jrue Holiday trade to the Boston Celtics before previewing the Miami Heat season.Then they go solo to discuss the New York Liberty clinching an appearance in the WNBA Finals and preview the Los Angeles Lakers.0:00 Intro0:50 Holiday trade22:01 Heat preview41:00 Liberty eliminate Sun55:00 Lakers preview______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Breanna Stewart won WNBA MVP over A’ja Wilson and Alyssa Thomas, while our NBA season preview series gets to our first 2023 playoff teams.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the latest in the WNBA playoffs and the three MVP candidates, plus a full preview of this year’s Minnesota Timberwolves and the Karl-Anthony Towns conundrum. Then they welcome Brad Rowland to break down Trae Young and the evolving Atlanta Hawks.0:00 Intro1:15 WNBA playoff check-in17:23 Wolves preview46:20 Hawks preview with Brad Rowland______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Damian Lillard is headed to the Milwaukee Bucks as the Portland Trail Blazers finally hit reset and shirk the Miami Heat.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break the deal down from every angle including how Lillard fits with Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks, how Portland handled its business, the Heat's transaction losing streak, and why the Phoenix Suns got involved. Plus, where is Jrue Holiday going to end up?0:00 Intro0:59 Dame in Milwaukee13:20 Title favorite?22:25 Portland's choice29:20 Holiday landing spots36:45 Did Miami whiff?49:53 Why the Suns got involved__________________________________________________________________________Buy NBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketballshow/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The Damian Lillard sweepstakes near a conclusion while our NBA season previews continue.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen dissect the Toronto Raptors pursuit of Lillard, why the Miami Heat aren’t playing ball, and how each team would look with Lillard.Then, our full season previews for the Chicago Bulls and New Orleans Pelicans.0:00 Intro1:01 Lillard latest25:07 WNBA semis G1s32:44 Bulls preview59:00 Pelicans preview______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

Our NBA team preview series continues with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen discuss the rise of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and predict how good the supporting cast in OKC might be around him before being joined by Caitlin Cooper to break down Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers.0:00 Intro2:40 Thunder preview39:25 Pacers preview______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

NBA training camps are close and the WNBA is headed toward Round Two of the playoffs.Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning discuss recent Damian Lillard chatter and what Portland is waiting for, plus the new rest rules and what they tell us about the NBA, owners, players and teams. Then, what we can learn from two recent Lakers move. Finally, a quick check-in on each WNBA playoff series plus our deep-dive Washington Wizards preview.0:00 Intro4:37 Dame update12:33 Lakers moves19:51 NBA rest rules39:30 WNBA playoffs check-in51:30 Wizards preview______________________________________________________________Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfansFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb...Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

It’s time to preview Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks as well as the upstart Orlando Magic. Plus, the WNBA playoffs start on Wednesday! Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen welcome Austin Ngaruiya of Dime, D Magazine and more to talk Dallas before analyzing the Magic. Then they bring on Maddy (wnbadata on TikTok) to break down each first-round series of the WNBA postseason. 0:00 Intro 1:17 Magic season preview 27:45 Mavericks preview 58:09 WNBA Playoff preview ______________________________________________________________ Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketball Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfans Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb... Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshow Please subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The New York Liberty beat the Las Vegas Aces again, setting the stage for a fascinating WNBA postseason. Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the title odds and preview the WNBA stretch run including the MVP race, the dark horse Washington Mystics and more. But first, a quick check-in on Team USA and a discussion on whether Ben Simmons can return to form in Brooklyn this season.

0:00 Intro 2:16 Quick World Cup thoughts 9:23 Ben back? 22:40 Libs over Aces in Round 5 34:59 Dark horse Mystics 42:40 WNBA stretch run preview

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Giannis Antetokounmpo questions his future with the Milwaukee Bucks while France and the USA split in different directions at the FIBA World Cup. Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen discuss it all, but first a quick discussion about PJ Washington, his new contract, and what this season could look like for the Charlotte Hornets. 0:00 Intro 2:53 PJ Washington signed 16:15 Giannis watch 34:46 Frances goes down 41:31 Canada trending up 54:04 Team USA takeaways ______________________________________________________________ Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketball Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfans Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb... Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshow Please subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The 2023 FIBA World Cup starts on Friday as Anthony Edwards and Team USA try to beat Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Rudy Gobert and more to win gold. Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen are joined by Robby Kalland of DIME to preview the tournament, with full predictions on the champion, MVP, Cinderella team and more.

0:00 Intro 3:43 Team USA analysis 11:09 Ant Edwards breakout? 17:30 Lauri Markkanen 2.0 23:03 KAT back with the DR 32:35 Spain done? 40:10 Under the radar stories 47:18 Remember some guys 50:01 Predictions

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From Ja Morant and Zion Williamson’s first halves to the great Milwaukee Bucks regular season to the jump-started Utah Jazz led by Lauri Markkanen, we sift through NBA storylines we forgot from 2023 that will matter this year. Then, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen discuss the strong second season of “Winning Time,” including the actors, storylines and real-life history. 0:00 Intro 3:33 Pels, Grizz strong start 15:39 MIL the 1-seed 24:42 Lauri and Utah breakout 33:41 Take foul rules worked 37:16 Shaedon Sharpe arrived 41:09 ‘Winning Time’ S2 _______________________________________________________________ Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketball Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfans Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb... Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshow Please subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube! (edited)

The New York Liberty beat the Las Vegas Aces in another WNBA battle of the best in the Commissioner’s Cup Final, is it time to treat New York as the favorites for the title? Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning break it down, but first they sift through injury updates on Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kristaps Porzingis as well as the latest Joel Embiid intrigue and UConn guard Paige Bueckers’ return to the court. 2:08 FIBA injuries 8:54 Embiid’s Twitter 22:23 Bueckers back 28:41 Aces-Liberty deep dive _______________________________________________________________ Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketball Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfans Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb... Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshow Please subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

James Harden called out Daryl Morey and the Philadelphia 76ers by name at a marketing event in China, adding fuel to the fire that has been brewing between player and team since last December. Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning dissect Harden’s words as well as what they tell us about the Sixers and the NBA more broadly. Then, a discussion of Cooper Flagg reclassifying to graduate next spring and how it affects the 2024 and 2025 NBA Drafts. To close, highlights from the Basketball Hall of Fame inductions over the weekend. 3:25 Harden counter-offensive 26:59 Flagg moves up 35:04 Hall of Fame and history _______________________________________________________________ Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketball Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfans Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb... Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshow Please subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

The New York Liberty beat the Las Vegas Aces in a clash of WNBA super teams over the weekend, while Anthony Davis cemented his future with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the latest across the NBA and WNBA, with additional check-ins on Caitlin Clark and her draft status, Diana Taurasi hitting 10K points, and Team USA after its first exhibition game.

0:00 Intro 1:05 Liberty beat Aces 21:52 AD stays in LA 34:21 Team USA stock watch 49:20 Caitlin Clark to the draft? 57:12 Taurasi hits 10K

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The NBA G League takes center stage in ‘Destination NBA: A G League Odyssey’ the latest sports documentary from Prime Video, featuring Scoot Henderson, Denzel Valentine, Ryan Turrell and more.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the film and what the NBA might be trying to do with it before being joined by co-directors Liam Hughes and Bryant Robinson to discuss their filmmaking process, what they learned about the G League, and how they showed what life is like in the NBA’s developmental league.

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Anthony Edwards leads the way in our 10 most intriguing NBA players of the upcoming season as Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen get hyped for the coming year with their respective lists. They also discuss Bradley Beal, Josh Giddey, Kristaps Porzingis and more.

0:00 Intro 2:15 Make It Basketball game 15:30 Ant Edwards hype 21:50 Most exciting players ________________________________________________________________

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The NBA sent a memo about Damian Lillard and the Miami Heat that signals paranoia and optics, but not much action. Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning break it down in detail before bringing on Sabreena Merchant of The Athletic to discuss the top of the WNBA standings and the league’s contenders versus pretenders, starting with the two superteams in the Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty. 0:00 Intro 3:00 Lillard memo 34:12 WNBA contenders and pretenders ________________________________________________________________ Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketball Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfans Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb... Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshow Please subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

After Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics agreed to the richest contract extension in NBA history, it’s time for our NBA ‘Should Be Traded But Won’t Be’ All-Stars.

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen list off their All-Stars including Karl-Anthony Towns, Tyrese Maxey, Klay Thompson and more. But first, a look at how the Las Vegas Aces could survive Candace Parker’s absence after foot surgery and our latest Slop of the Week featuring some extravagant comments from Paul Reed.

0:00 Intro 3:18 NBA in Mexico City and beyond 14:10 Candace Parker out 22:59 Slop of the Week feat Bball Paul 34:08 Jaylen gets his bag 45:52 Tyrese Maxey 52:18 Jalen Suggs 56:14 LaMelo Ball 1:00:16 KAT 1:05:51 Deandre Ayton 1:08:55 Klay Thompson 1:17:31 Bulls backcourt 1:21:12 PG13

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The dog days of the NBA offseason are here but there are several key storylines worth watching including Jaylen Brown still without an extension, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s knee “cleanup” surgery, the New York Knicks not having a general manager, and more.Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning discuss the biggest under-the-radar NBA storylines. But first, they put their spin on an NBA version Netflix’s ‘Quarterback’ series and give their reviews of Hulu’s ‘White Men Can’t Jump’ remake featuring Jack Harlow.0:00 Intro 1:57 NBA ‘Quarterback’ 18:01 WMCJ review 34:54 Jaylen extension talks 42:04 GM-less Knicks 50:22 Giannis health 55:14 PJ Washington RFA This episode was produced by Jake Stephens and Dillon Hiser. ________________________________________________________________ Buy NBA & WNBA gear at Homage using our link: https://homage.sjv.io/JustBasketballFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbballfans Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbasketb... Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/justbballshowPlease subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoy the Just Basketball Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and Like and Subscribe on YouTube!

While uncertainty surrounds Joel Embiid and James Harden with the Philadelphia 76ers, the NBA will soon move into extension season for players like Immanuel Quickley, Josh Green and Onyeka Okongwu.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen give their predictions on whether the 2023 class of extensions will or won’t happen by the October deadline, plus match them up with the most similar deal from 2022. Plus, a debate about Embiid’s status in the NBA, and the guys go through their ideal NBA studio lineup and game broadcasters based on the shakeup at ESPN. This episode was produced by Jake Stephens and Dillon Hiser.

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NBA players will get a tech for flopping, will it stick or fall by the wayside? Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning break it down before breaking down Luka Doncic, Trae Young and more in a 2018 NBA Redraft. Plus, a look at the 10 players who have defined the WNBA season at the midway point, including A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart and Aliyah Boston.

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With NBA free agency wrapping up, what are the remaining holes facing the Denver Nuggets, Milwaukee Bucks, Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns?

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the biggest weaknesses of every main NBA championship contender. First, a close look at the NBA in-season tournament and what we can learn from the WNBA’s approach to the Commissioner’s Cup. Plus, it’s time to get hyped up about Cooper Flagg, Cameron Boozer, Koa Peat and the 2026 NBA Draft.

0:00 Intro 1:30 NBA Cup good or bad? 13:20 Expansion thoughts 19:41 Nuggets weakness 26:37 Heat weakness 30:55 Celtics weakness 36:54 Bucks weakness 43:05 Suns weakness 50:25 Lakers weakness 56:21 Warriors weakness 1:03:09 Slop of the Week starring Dion Waiters 1:06:20 2026 NBA Draft hype

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Victor Wembanyama made his debut at NBA Summer League while Gregg Popovich extended his contract, giving us a glimpse at the future of the San Antonio Spurs.

Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning discuss Wembanyama’s up-and-down start in the NBA as well as Pop’s long game. Then, a breakdown of the matchup between Amen Thompson and Scoot Henderson in Las Vegas, as well as the lingering questions in Atlanta after Dejounte Murray signed an extension with the Hawks.

0:00 Intro 8:03 Vic in Vegas 17:42 Pop Succession 32:32 Dame to SA? 36:44 Amen vs Scoot breakdown 52:30 Too Good For SL All-Stars 59:13 Murray in ATL, good or bad?

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The Dallas Mavericks added Grant Williams to build around Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving and cap off a solid NBA free agency period, while Chet Holmgren and Brandon Miller both debuted at NBA Summer League with mixed results.

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the latest in the NBA, then close out in praise of the Las Vegas Aces, who are separating themselves from the pack in the WNBA amid a historic season.

0:00 Intro 1:46 Mavs breakdown 32:11 Chet & Miller SL analysis 51:43 Historic Aces

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NBA trade season is upon us as both Damian Lillard and James Harden are searching for new teams.

Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning discuss the latest on both players, including destinations for Tyler Herro and how the 76ers could approach Harden’s request. Then, a look at our most surprising deals of NBA free agency including Domantas Sabonis, Austin Reaves, Chris Paul, LaMelo Ball and more.

2:15 Lillard fallout 20:00 Harden long game 30:00 Most surprising moves

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NBA free agency begins on Friday and James Harden, Kyrie Irving, Fred VanVleet and more are already lining themselves up for new deals.

Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning are joined by freelance NBA reporter Wes Goldberg to make the case on their strongest NBA free agency takes, including how the new CBA will change the offseason, the value of Kyle Kuzma, Dillon Brooks, Cam Johnson and Grant Williams on the wing, and more. But first, a look at the latest rumors around Kyrie Irving and analysis on Nikola Vucevic returning to Chicago.

2:20 Kyrie to Phoenix?! 6:03 Vucevic back to the Bulls 16:03 Make the Case, NBA free agency edition

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NBA free agency begins Friday with stars like Damian Lillard, Paul George and Karl-Anthony Towns reportedly available. Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen are joined by Bill DiFilippo of Dime Magazine to give their 10 favorite hypothetical moves of the offseason, including Dame, PG13 and KAT as well as a new wing for the New York Knicks, Kyle Kuzma finding a new home, and a shooting upgrade for the Cleveland Cavaliers. First, a closer look at the John Collins trade and Naz Reid returning to the Minnesota Timberwolves as well as Slop of the Week featuring Daryl Morey and Tobias Harris.3:44 Collins to Utah 15:01 Wolves keep Naz 23:10 Daryl Morey is a trade criminal 32:02 NBA offseason matchmakerThis episode was produced by Jake Stephens and Dillon Hiser. ________________________________________________________________________

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The 2023 NBA Draft is complete while Kristaps Porzingis was moved to the Boston Celtics and Chris Paul got dealt to the Golden State Warriors in the lead-up.

Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning dole out their winners (the Houston Rockets adding Amen Thompson and Cam Whitmore to their core, the champion Denver Nuggets getting three potential rotation players) and losers (the Charlotte Hornets clarity on Brandon Miller, the peculiar Orlando Magic) before breaking down how Kristaps Porzingis changes Boston’s defense, the Chris Paul gamble for the Warriors, and where these moves leave Washington in its rebuild.

0:41 No trades?! 5:07 Winners and Losers 36:52 KP to Boston 48:04 CP3 to the Bay

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NBA Draft week started with a bang as Bradley Beal is headed to the Phoenix Suns while Damian Lillard could still be dealt before long.

Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning discuss Beal’s fit next to Devin Booker and Kevin Durant in Phoenix’s offense before welcoming Erik Garcia Gundersen to explore Lillard’s future with the Portland Trail Blazers, costar options including Pascal Siakam, Brandon Ingram and Lauri Markkanen, as well as Scoot Henderson vs Brandon Miller at the top of the draft. Then, they welcome Ricky O’Donnell to break down the NBA Draft including the upside of Victor Wembanyama, the cluster from 2-6, and sleepers like Anthony Black and Amari Bailey.

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The NBA offseason is here and rumors are flying around Damian Lillard, James Harden, Zion Williamson and Bradley Beal already.

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break all those down and more as they count off their 10 people who will define the NBA offseason.

8:30 Zion Williamson 22:25 James Harden/Tilman Fertitta 32:09 Damian Lillard 38:23 Bradley Beal/Michael Winger 46:26 Jeff Weltman 54:45 Warriors lead executive 58:46 Slop of the Week feat Jonathan Kuminga 1:01:58 Danny Ainge 1:10:51 Khris Middleton 1:18:38 Karl-Anthony Towns 1:23:00 Jaylen Brown

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The Denver Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat in the NBA Finals, adding the most important piece to the resume of two-time MVP Nikola Jokic.

Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning celebrate Denver’s dominant season, discuss how they matched Miami’s physical and mental toughness, and what the Nuggets’ title means in the context of this era of NBA parity. Then, a breakdown of the Toronto Raptors offseason and how they can reset this summer.

0:57 Nuggets win the title 30:37 The era of NBA parity 45:49 Resetting the Raps

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Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray became the first teammates in NBA history with 30-point triple-doubles as the Denver Nuggets took a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals, while the NBA offseason kicked off with a bang as Chris Paul, LeBron James and Kyrie Irving are in the middle of the rumor mill.

Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning discuss Denver’s star-powered win, Christian Braun’s breakout and why the Miami Heat need threes to fall to get back in the series. Then, a breakdown of the latest NBA free agency news and the debut of Slop of the Week.

1:03 Jokic & Murray go off 21:28 Denver defense bounces back 27:20 The Braun game 36:15 What’s next for CP3 51:06 Slop of the Week starring LeBron & Kyrie

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