The Miscue NBA Podcast: Recent Episodes
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As the NBA championship race remains wide open, Max and Ahri discuss whether the league is better off when fans have no idea which team is going to win it all, or when there is a clear front runner that everybody is gunning for.
Then they discuss the early returns on James Harden in Philly, more Lakers drama, Zion’s situation with the Pelicans, and finally, what gameplay rules the NBA needs to fix.
Ahri and Max give their thoughts on the Harden-Simmons blockbuster, then breakdown the rest of deals from last week’s trade deadline.
This week Max and Ahri discuss Andrew Wiggins being voted as an all-star starter and issues with the voting system. The most recent rumours of a Simmons-BEal trade, and which teams are contenders and which are pretenders at the halfway point of the season.
Recorded Thursday 20/1: Max and Ahri return to the mic to discuss what KD's injury means for the Nets, the Laker's mess, the first trade of the season and more in The Miscue's first ep of 2021.
Chris Paul and Suns knock off the Clippers to advance to the franchise's first Finals in 28 years, and first of Paul's career. PLUS, Ben Simmons, the death of "The Process", and the Damian Lillard rumour mill.
On today's episode Max and Ahri discuss Brooklyn's injury woes, Milwaukee's clunky offence, the Suns dominance over the Nuggets, Donovan Mitchell's superstardom, the Clippers inconsistency and check in with Philly and Atlanta. Plus, more uniform grievances.
The Phoenix Suns crushed the Lakers in games 5 and 6 to send the defending champs packing. Max and Ahri discuss what went wrong for LA this season and what they'll look like going forward. Plus Clippers -Mavs, Celtics rejig, and is it time for Dame to move on from Portland?
Max and Ahri give their thoughts on each series after the first week of the playoffs: How much trouble the Clippers are in, how the contenders are shaping up, and which match-ups have been the most entertaining so far.
As the playoffs get underway, Max and Ahri preview every opening round matchup and talk about the finalists for the NBA awards.
With the inaugural NBA Play-In Tournament just around the corner Max and Ahri do a status check on the play-in teams. Plus, what is Russell Westbrook's legacy now that he's the all time triple leader in triple-doubles?
Max and Ahri discuss how the increase in key injuries and load management have affected the NBA season, and the league as a whole. Plus, which play-in matchups would be most exciting and a late-season stock check on the contenders.
Looking back on the biggest moves from the trade deadline, we discuss how each trade impacted the teams involved and which teams improved the most. Plus, is there a problem with the buyout system?
Max and Ahri discuss some of the controversial calls coming from the refs this season, as well as how replay reviews are ruining the viewing experience. PLUS a mid-season health check on the league's title contenders.
With the NBA All-Star game just around the corner, Max and Ahri discuss who deserves their spot in the game, who got snubbed, and how do you even choose All-Stars with this much talent in the league?
We break down Ben Simmons' 42 point performance and examine what situations allow him to thrive on the basketball court. Plus we discuss Draymond Green's comments about the double standards that apply to players and franchises regarding trades.
In today's episode we discuss the advantages of being a big market team, why certain teams and players get all the media attention, and who is being unfairly forgotten this season.
We dive deep into the big man's return to prominence in the NBA , discuss the ever-changing role of the league's bigs and check in on the current state of the Nets' big three.
We take a look at the teams and performances that have use raising our eyebrows this week including Bradley Beal, Joel Embiid, Luka Doncic and the Utah Jazz. Plus All-Stat team selections and more.
We give our thoughts on the blockbuster four-team deal that sent James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets. How will the league's new big 3 gel? WHo are the biggest winners and losers of the trade? And how does the proliferation of player movement impact the fan experience?
With the NBA season off to a rocky start, we discuss how mounting player absences and postponed game are effecting the fan experience, how the season feels different, and where the NBA can go from here. PLUS the latest off-court drama and buying or selling early season surprises.
As the NBA season kicks off we take a look at the biggest question surrounding every team heading into the new year.
We take a look at how a few of the league's top talents are causing behind-the-scenes-drama for their teams.
As the Wizards and Rockets swap point guards in a blockbuster deal, Max and Ahri give their thoughts on the trade and why it happened. PLUS James Harden's strip club exploits, LeBron's contract extension, COVID concerns and the NBA's opening schedule.
The Miscue is back to break down all the roster rejigs from a wild week of trades, free agency and head scratching occurrences in the NBA.
LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers are the 2020 NBA Champions. We break down the series, what the championship means for the Lakers, where the Heat go from here and much more.
Deep dive into the NBA Finals matchup between the Heat and the Lakers. We discuss how the teams got here and how we think the series will shake out. PLUS Doc Rivers gets fired, the NBA's coaching carousel, where the Celtics go from here... and more Sixers nonsense.
Boston puts together a dominant game 5 performance to stave off elimination. PLUS Lakers take the "dreaded" 3-1 lead over the Nuggets.
The Nuggets come back from down 3-1 to hand the Clippers one of the most embarrassing upsets in NBA history. PLUS the Heat-Celtics overtime thriller & All-NBA selections.
Miami stops Milwaukee's championship aspirations and leaves Giannis's future with the team in question. PLUS Celtics-Raptors, Playoff Rondo and Brooklyn's new head coach Steve Nash.
An unforgettable week in the NBA as players stage a two day labour strike to achieve actionable outcomes for social change. PLUS young guards bursting onto the scene, Brett Brown gets fired, and more playoff madness.
Adam Gomolinski joins the show as we look back on the wild race for the 8th seed in the west and what it means for these teams moving forward. Plus Philly's ongoing woes and OKC's surprise season.
Adam Silver is concerned about a potential "hole in the bubble", and Victor Oladipo and Bradley Beal become the first star players to opt out of the return. Plus, who are the players most likely to cause a ruckus in the bubble?
As a number of players have already opted out of the NBA's Orlando return, we discuss what this means for their teams' playoff hopes. Plus, the league's plans for social justice initiatives inside the bubble, and Vince Carter's retirement.
In the midst of the NBA hiatus, The Miscue has made a definitive list ranking the 50 greatest players in NBA history. This episode we discuss the top 5.
Kyrie Irving and others have expressed concern over how a return to play may detract from the social justice movements around the US. Plus, hotel hierarchy and the NBA's restrictive and hilarious safety protocols.
In the midst of the NBA hiatus, The Miscue has made a definitive list ranking the 50 greatest players in NBA history. This episode we discuss 10-6
After much discussion and deliberation, the NBA and its players have agreed on a plan to return to the hardwood.
In the midst of the NBA hiatus, The Miscue has made a definitive list ranking the 50 greatest players in NBA history. This episode we discuss 20-11.
With rumours of the NBA's return in full swing over the past few days we take a look at some of the league's proposals for how the season might resume. Most notably, a World Cup style playoff format.
We discuss the final two episodes of ESPN's documentary series on Michael Jordan and the '98 Bulls.
We discuss episodes seven and eight of ESPN's documentary series on Michael Jordan and the '98 Bulls.
In the midst of the NBA hiatus, The Miscue has made a definitive list ranking the 50 greatest players in NBA history. This episode we discuss 30-21.
We discuss episodes five and six of ESPN's documentary series on Michael Jordan and the '98 Bulls.
In the midst of the NBA hiatus, The Miscue has made a definitive list ranking the 50 greatest players in NBA history. This episode we discuss 40-31
We discuss episodes three and four of ESPN's documentary series on Michael Jordan and the '98 Bulls.
In the midst of the NBA hiatus, The Miscue has made a definitive list of the 50 greatest players in NBA history. This episode we discuss 50-41.
We discuss the first two episodes of ESPN's documentary series on Michael Jordan and the '98 Bulls.
Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett headline arguably the greatest HOF class in NBA history. We look back on what we remember most about their careers and discuss who we'd like to see enter the hall next.
PLUS Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert's "unsalvagable" relationship and an update on the NBA's plan to return to action.
Examining the NBA's biggest questions that will remain forever unanswered if the season is cancelled.
Shaq or Kareem? Gervin or Kawhi? Max and Ahri debate who should be in each NBA franchise's all-time starting five.
Now two weeks without basketball, we discuss the likelihood of an NBA return, how the league can keep us engaged during the hiatus and which players we'd most and least want to be quarantined with.
COVID-19 has made its way to basketball, with the NBA suspending all games until further notice. We take a look at the situation, how we got to this point, and how the NBA can move forward as well as some general thoughts on the global pandemic.
The Milwaukee Bucks are having one of the best regular seasons in NBA history, but are still not viewed as the prohibitive favourite to win it all. We take a look at Milwaukee's championship potential, the historical context of their season, and examine the biggest questions surrounding their quest for a championship.
Zion and LeBron take the court together for the first time, the race for the 8th seed tightens up, Houston's small-ball hijinks is working, plus some key injuries to monitor.
Giving our thoughts on a surprisingly enjoyable All-Star Weekend - Plus our own ideas on how to make the next one even better.
Contenders battle it out in a pair of overtime thrillers before the All-Star break. Plus the Lakers options on the buyout market, the Raptors valiantly defending their championship, more drama in Philly and another update on KD's social media habits.
Rockets go small, the Wolves and Warriors swap youngers, Andre Drummon gets dumped and a whole lot more.
After ESPN's recent video series on the decline of the big man we take a deep dive into the changing role of the traditional post player. Plus Lakers tribute to Kobe, Damian Lillard on a tear and our reactions to the All-Star teams.
Breaking down every team in the western conference's top priority heading into the new year.
In true holiday spirit, we look back on all the ways the NBA has disappointed us over the past year.
The Nets are hitting their stride in Kyrie's absence while the Knicks trainwreck continues with Fizdale's firing. PLUS the worst teammates of all time and another idea on how to improve the league from... our dad.
The NBA is proposing some significant shake-ups to the schedule and format including a shorter season and a mid-season tournament. Max and Ahri break down the proposed changes and offer up some suggestions of their own.
With the team now in full rebuild mode, Max and special guest Adam Gomalinski look back on the roller coaster 12-year history of the Oklahoma City Thunder - From a young team labelled "the next dynasty" to perennial contenders and now starting from scratch.
In the wake of the recent scuffle between Karl-Anthony Towns and Joel Embiid, we look back on some of the most interesting altercations in NBA history.
Is this year's title race more wide open than anyone thought? Surprising teams, KAT VS Embiid, Kyrie has the Nets on edge & the year's most ridiculous game of basketball.
Clippers-Lakers, Sixers-Celtics, Harden & Westbrook, Zion's injured & Klay's out for the year? Plus coaches challenges and MJ's comments on Steph.
"Who the f*** wants to look at graphs while having a hoops convo?" KD's recent comments are the latest sentiment in the ongoing debate about analytics in the NBA. Ahri and Max discuss their thoughts. Plus reactions to the GM survey.
Season Preview - Max & Ahri get ready for the NBA season by running through the most pressing question facing every team.