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38 minutes
Aug 8, 2016
LOCKED ON NBA - #41 - Portland Trailblazers Head Coach Terry Stotts / David Locke sits down with Portland
LOCKED ON NBA - #41 - Portland Trailblazers Head Coach Terry Stotts / David Locke sits down with Portland Trailblazers Head Coach Terry Stotts to talk last year's Blazers, is it fun to coach games v. Warriors, coaching in the NBA. what do players want, Dirk, Blazers going forward and more - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Aug 8, 2016
Westbrook "The Devoted" / The Guys talk Russel Westbrook and what it means for the Thunder moving forward, what it
Westbrook "The Devoted" / The Guys talk Russel Westbrook and what it means for the Thunder moving forward, what it means for the NBA as a whole, Jordan's comments, and Westbrooks Legacy over Durant's. They also discuss why Carmelo gets killed for staying with the Knicks & Westbrook gets praised for staying with the Thunder.We look back on the season with the Player Awards, MVP, Best Defender, Best Comeback Player, and Coach you'd like to play for. Last, we ask which teams are the most improved this offseason... is it the Warriors, Celtics, Grizzlies, Timberwolves, Magic, Houston, or the Jazz? Justin, Kevin and Tim DriveandDishpodcast.com (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
29 minutes
Aug 3, 2016
Ep. 26: Kobe Stories, TV Shows, Building a Superteam, and More With Roy Hibbert and Tate Frazier / The Ringer’s
Ep. 26: Kobe Stories, TV Shows, Building a Superteam, and More With Roy Hibbert and Tate Frazier / The Ringer’s Tate Frazier and Roy Hibbert discuss the two-time NBA All-Star’s low-key offseason, his favorite Kobe Bryant farewell tour tales, the superteam Hibbert would construct to defeat the Warriors, and his favorite television shows. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
28 minutes
Jul 26, 2016
What Klay Thompson thinks of KD affecting his game / As much as any of the Golden State Warriors, Klay
What Klay Thompson thinks of KD affecting his game / As much as any of the Golden State Warriors, Klay Thompson could feel the effect of Kevin Durant joining the team. USA TODAY Sports' Sam Amick and Kevin Spain discuss how those two players' games can co-exist. Amick caught up with Thompson at a recent Team USA practice to get his thoughts on Durant joining the Warriors, how his game will be affected and how Durant's agent grilled guys before the signing.
37 minutes
Jul 26, 2016
Scott Brooks, Washington Wizards head coach / Joining Chris Mannix on the Vertical this week is Washington Wizards head coach
Scott Brooks, Washington Wizards head coach / Joining Chris Mannix on the Vertical this week is Washington Wizards head coach Scott Brooks. He covers everything from his days with OKC, Kevin Durant's free agency move to the Warriors, to his current situation in Washington and how he will handle his talented young core of players. It's all here on the Vertical Podcast with Chris Mannix - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1 hour
Jul 20, 2016
50 - NBA Free Agency Winners and Losers (Besides the Golden State Warriors) / Which NBA teams had the best
50 - NBA Free Agency Winners and Losers (Besides the Golden State Warriors) / Which NBA teams had the best offseasons? Which had the worst? Who made understated good moves? And who signed Timofey Mozgov? - Andy and Dan are back to break down NBA free agency. The Warriors obviously won the summer (in a landslide), but they weren't the only squad to make significant improvements. - We'll run through teams that did well, including the Utah Jazz and Milwaukee Bucks. We also look at teams that that did, well, weird, including the Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks. Plus, just about every team in between. - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio (the illustrious host of HWK). Follow Andy (@AndrewDBailey), Dan (@DanFavale), Adam (@fromal09) and the show (@HardwoodKnocks) on Twitter. - Until next time: Shoutout Beno Udrih! - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
23 minutes
Jul 11, 2016
What's next for Russell Wesbrook and the Thunder without Kevin Durant? / Now that Kevin Durant has left Oklahoma City
What's next for Russell Wesbrook and the Thunder without Kevin Durant? / Now that Kevin Durant has left Oklahoma City and joined the Golden State Warriors, where does that leave his former running mate Russell Westbrook? USA TODAY Sports Sam Amick breaks it all down with Anthony Slater, Thunder beat reporter for the Oklahoman. They discuss how Westbrook's role with the team might change and how Westbrook has told kids at a camp that he plans to be back next season. They discuss if the Thunder might decide to make a trade or if they're with him long term.
1 hour
Jul 11, 2016
The Kevin Durant Rant! / Justin, Kevin and Tim Talk the Biggest NBA Free Agency moves:- Kevin Durant going to the Warriors (and the
The Kevin Durant Rant! / Justin, Kevin and Tim Talk the Biggest NBA Free Agency moves:- Kevin Durant going to the Warriors (and the other offseason moves by the Warriors) - D-Wade becoming a bull, as Well as, Rondo... (WHAT?!)- And the Celtics Finally Found their Star.... (Drum Roll)... Al Horford!We also answer some mailbag questions and hit some other NBA news! DriveandDishpodcast.com (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
38 minutes
Jul 5, 2016
Ep. 20: Kevin Durant to the Warriors and Team USA / On this week's episode, Juliet Litman and Chris Ryan
Ep. 20: Kevin Durant to the Warriors and Team USA / On this week's episode, Juliet Litman and Chris Ryan discuss Kevin Durant's move to the Warriors and how players may be feeling about the change. Later, they discuss why Steph Curry and Draymond Green are like Hamilton and Burr, and what it all means for the Thunder. Finally, the two give their predictions for next season's Eastern Conference playoffs and talk Team USA. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Jul 5, 2016
Former Head Coach Vinny Del Negro and The Vertical's Front Office Insider Bobby Marks / Chris is joined by former
Former Head Coach Vinny Del Negro and The Vertical's Front Office Insider Bobby Marks / Chris is joined by former NBA head coach and player Vinny Del Negro to talk about the madness that is NBA free agency and why Kevin Durant decided to leave Oklahoma to join the Warriors. Also, the Vertical's front office insider Bobby Marks joins the podcast this week to discuss the next steps for the Thunder since losing Durant and what the challenges will be for Golden State after next season. It's all here and more on The Vertical Podcast with Chris Mannix. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
24 minutes
Jul 4, 2016
Why Kevin Durant is going to the Warriors / How did the Golden State Warriors land Kevin Durant in free
Why Kevin Durant is going to the Warriors / How did the Golden State Warriors land Kevin Durant in free agency? Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt, USA TODAY NBA reporters walk you through the behind the scenes and discuss the meetings that were had that led to his decision. They also discuss what backlash Durant might experience for leaving the Thunder, comparing it to what LeBron James went through when he left Cleveland to join the Miami Heat. They then talk about how the Warriors with Durant will play. They also discuss how things will be different for the Oklahoma City Thunder this season and how they will have some decisions to make for the future as well.
1½ hours
Jun 28, 2016
The Vertical's Adrian Wojnarowski and Orlando Magic Head Coach Frank Vogel / Chris is joined by Yahoo! Sports' The Verticals
The Vertical's Adrian Wojnarowski and Orlando Magic Head Coach Frank Vogel / Chris is joined by Yahoo! Sports' The Verticals NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski to talk about the NBA Draft, the top draft picks what surprised him the most about the draft. Also, Orlando Magic head coach Frank Vogel joins The Vertical this week to discuss why he took the Magic coaching job when many other teams had an opening. It's all here and more on The Vertical Podcast with Chris Mannix. Here are some key moments: - - Adrian Wojnarowski - - 0:50: Mannix and Woj discuss the upcoming free-agency craziness. - - 5:05: How locker rooms will be impacted by inflated salaries this summer. - - 7:15: What should we expect from Kevin Durant’s free agency? - - 14:20: The players who are likely to re-sign with their current teams, including DeMar DeRozan. - - 17:43: Al Horford’s free agency and what comes next for the Hawks. - - 21:34: Will a team quickly offer Harrison Barnes a big offer to try and hurt the Warriors? - - 26:17: Dwight Howard’s free agency and how the league views him. - - 31:43: Hassan Whiteside’s free agency and the difficult position the Heat are in. - - 35:25: The Spurs’ offseason plans, including targeting Pau Gasol. - - 38:20: The dysfunctional Sacramento Kings. - - 43:41: Ricky Rubio’s future with the Timberwolves. - - 46:04: Bismack Biyombo’s lucrative playoff run. - - Frank Vogel - - 51:44: Vogel’s quick turnaround between leaving the Pacers and joining the Magic. - - 55:34: Did Vogel consider taking a year off between coaching jobs? - - 57:17: Vogel and Mannix discuss whether the Pacers overachieved last season. - - 1:02:37: Did Vogel's voice still resonate in the Pacers' locker room? - - 1:04:03: Vogel’s final phone call with Pacers president Larry Bird. - - 1:05:21: Vogel explains why he chose the Magic over other head-coaching jobs. - - 1:07:58: The importance of the relationship between head coach and general manager. - - 1:09:25: Vogel’s plans for how the Magic will play next season. - - 1:13:04: What went wrong for the Magic last season? - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1 hour
Jun 23, 2016
#16 - 2016 NBA Finals Recap / Morten and Sarah share their thoughts on Game 7 of the 2016 NBA
#16 - 2016 NBA Finals Recap / Morten and Sarah share their thoughts on Game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals and what the result means for the legacy of LeBron James and the Golden State Warriors.
44 minutes
Jun 20, 2016
Rachel Nichols, Paul Flannery on Cavs incredible run / The NBA A to Z guys wrap up the NBA season
Rachel Nichols, Paul Flannery on Cavs incredible run / The NBA A to Z guys wrap up the NBA season in the wee hours following Game 7 of the Finals. They break down how the Cleveland Cavaliers won an improbable title, coming from a 3-1 series deficit to beat the Warriors 4-3. They hit on the surprising good game from Kevin Love and how much Kyrie Irving came through for the Cavs. A big discussion is how LeBron James reasserted himself as the best player in the game, whereas Steph Curry had been the guy during the regular season. The are joined by SB Nation’s Paul Flannery to discuss Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue and how when he was with the Boston Celtics, everyone - included then head coach Doc Rivers - thought Lue was going to be a great coach. Then ESPN’s Rachel Nichols joins to talk about LeBron and how great this championship was for him.
24 minutes
Jun 17, 2016
There'll be a Game 7 in the NBA Finals / In the late hours following Game 6, NBA A to
There'll be a Game 7 in the NBA Finals / In the late hours following Game 6, NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt break down what happened in the Cavaliers’ big win. The guys assess the problems the Warriors ran into and what they’ll need to address as the series heads back to Oakland for Game 7. LeBron James was again outstanding, getting 41 points for the second game in a row, but was equally good on the boards and as a passer. They break down the fact that the Warriors haven’t lost three games in a row since Steve Kerr took over as coach. For Cleveland to win the title, it’ll have to do that. The guys also discuss the Steph Curry incident at the end of the game where he threw his mouthpiece and hit a fan and whether he’ll be suspended. The guys make their prediction for Game 7.
57 minutes
Jun 15, 2016
So, You're Saying Cleveland Has A Chance? / Justin, Kevin and Tim Talk about Game 5 of the NBA Finals between Golden State and
So, You're Saying Cleveland Has A Chance? / Justin, Kevin and Tim Talk about Game 5 of the NBA Finals between Golden State and Cleveland, The Trade rumors between the Celtics/ Bulls and Timberwolves, we Highlight 3 more players from this years draft and hit a Random NBA Player. DriveandDishpodcast.com (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
50 minutes
Jun 14, 2016
Washington Post NBA writer Tim Bontemps recaps Game 5 / The great Washington Post national NBA writer joins The Vertical
Washington Post NBA writer Tim Bontemps recaps Game 5 / The great Washington Post national NBA writer joins The Vertical this week to discuss game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavs. The guys also talk about the possibility of the Cavs having a historic comeback in these finals and winning games 6 and 7. It's all here and more on The Vertical Podcast with Chris Mannix. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
15 minutes
Jun 11, 2016
Welcome back Splash Brothers as Warriors ready to eliminate LeBron and Cavs / Remember Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson? Yeah,
Welcome back Splash Brothers as Warriors ready to eliminate LeBron and Cavs / Remember Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson? Yeah, we do too. Especially after they broke out of their slump to lead the Golden State Warriors to an NBA Finals Game 4 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers. NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt break down this game and look ahead to Game 5 in Oakland. They also explore what might happen to Draymond Green after his scuffle with LeBron James.
1 hour
Jun 10, 2016
AllOut216 Done and Alive / We talk about what the Cavs need to do to continue to contain the Warriors,
AllOut216 Done and Alive / We talk about what the Cavs need to do to continue to contain the Warriors, Kevin Love Vs Kyrie Irving trade over the summer and a slew of other NBA News around the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 minutes
Jun 9, 2016
Ep. 11: Winners and Losers Finals Game 3 With Chris Ryan, Juliet Litman, and Tate Frazier / The Ringer's Chris
Ep. 11: Winners and Losers Finals Game 3 With Chris Ryan, Juliet Litman, and Tate Frazier / The Ringer's Chris Ryan, Juliet Litman, and Tate Frazier on the winners and losers from the Cavs' win over the Warriors in last night's Game 3 in Cleveland. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
20 minutes
Jun 9, 2016
Cavaliers make it a series as LeBron goes off / So where did this Cleveland Cavaliers team come from? After
Cavaliers make it a series as LeBron goes off / So where did this Cleveland Cavaliers team come from? After looking overmatched in the first two games of the NBA Finals, the Cavs come alive and blow out the Golden State Warriors. A to Z guys Jeff Zillgitt and Sam Amick break it down from an empty Quicken Loans Arena. They also look ahead to Game 4 and explore how Cleveland can keep this run going.
1 hour
Jun 7, 2016
48 - Warriors/Cavaliers Game 3 Preview and Trade Ideas for Cleveland / It's the triumphant return of the Hardwood Knocks
48 - Warriors/Cavaliers Game 3 Preview and Trade Ideas for Cleveland / It's the triumphant return of the Hardwood Knocks podcast! Andy and Dan are here to talk you through the first couple games of the 2016 Finals and explore what may happen to the Cleveland Cavaliers after the series is over. - How have the Golden State Warriors been so dominant through the first two games of the NBA Finals? Are there any possible adjustments the Cavaliers can make? And if it is a short series, what kind of trades or moves can Cleveland make in the offseason? - As always, if you listen to the show on iTunes, leave us a rating or review there. If you listen on Stitcher or BlogTalkRadio, like and follow us. You can follow all the hosts on Twitter. Andy is @AndrewDBailey, Dan is @danfavale and Adam is @fromal09. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
19 minutes
Jun 6, 2016
Mychal Thompson says Warriors would beat Showtime Lakers / Mychal Thompson, member of the Los Angeles Lakers in the Showtime
Mychal Thompson says Warriors would beat Showtime Lakers / Mychal Thompson, member of the Los Angeles Lakers in the Showtime era and father of Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors, agrees with his son that this Warriors team would beat his. Mychal Thompson joined Sam Amick for a quick chat about why and about how good this team is. Kevin Spain and Amick set it up on how good the Warriors have been and they discuss the travel woes of USA TODAY's Jeff Zillgitt.
19 minutes
Jun 6, 2016
Is this series over? / Now that the Golden State Warriors are up 2-0 in the NBA Finals against the
Is this series over? / Now that the Golden State Warriors are up 2-0 in the NBA Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers, the A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt ask if the series is over. They discuss how poorly the Cavs have played in the series so far, how good the Warriors have been all season, and ponder how this series can be salvaged. They break down the matchups, look ahead to Game 3 in Cleveland and make their picks.
15 minutes
Jun 3, 2016
Warriors dominate Cavaliers in Game 1 of NBA Finals / Game 1 of the NBA Finals goes to the Golden
Warriors dominate Cavaliers in Game 1 of NBA Finals / Game 1 of the NBA Finals goes to the Golden State Warriors in convincing fashion and the A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt break it down with USA TODAY's Kevin Spain. While the guys are talking, they are joined by ESPN's Amin Elhassan, who gives his opinion on why Cleveland just can't expect to win because Kevin Love and Kyrie Irving are back in the lineup. Then Amick, Zillgitt and Spain give their pick for Game 2.
51 minutes
Jun 2, 2016
#11 - 2016 NBA Finals Preview / Sarah and Bryan bid farewell to the Oklahoma City Thunder before diving deep
#11 - 2016 NBA Finals Preview / Sarah and Bryan bid farewell to the Oklahoma City Thunder before diving deep into a preview of the NBA Finals between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors. They also share their "Crushes" from the conference finals.
57 minutes
Jun 1, 2016
Fastbreak Breakfast S2 Ep. 32 "Clean Slate" / S2 Ep. 32 "Clean Slate" After the scintillating drama of the Western
Fastbreak Breakfast S2 Ep. 32 "Clean Slate" / S2 Ep. 32 "Clean Slate" After the scintillating drama of the Western Conference Finals, Keith, Jon, and Chuck can only hope the Finals can maintain the excitement. They give their thoughts on the Cavs, Warriors, and Thunder, as well as look at the Rockets and Grizzlies new coaching hires.Ep. 71 (S2 Ep. 32)
36 minutes
Jun 1, 2016
Ep. 9: 'Ringer NBA Show' Finals Preview With Chris Ryan, Travon Free, and Tate Frazier / The Ringer's Tate Frazier
Ep. 9: 'Ringer NBA Show' Finals Preview With Chris Ryan, Travon Free, and Tate Frazier / The Ringer's Tate Frazier and Chris Ryan and 'Any Given Wednesday' writer Travon Free on the NBA Finals rematch between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Plus, predictions for Kevin Durant's free-agent destination. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
41 minutes
Jun 1, 2016
Cavaliers get rematch with Warriors in NBA Finals / The Cleveland Cavaliers get another shot at the Golden State Warriors
Cavaliers get rematch with Warriors in NBA Finals / The Cleveland Cavaliers get another shot at the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals and the A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt break it down. The guys look at the how the two teams got there and their season matchups. They make their predictions on who will win.
56 minutes
Jun 1, 2016
Former NBA player Brian Scalabrine previews the NBA Finals / Former NBA player and current NBA analyst with The Vertical
Former NBA player Brian Scalabrine previews the NBA Finals / Former NBA player and current NBA analyst with The Vertical Brian Scalabrine joins The Vertical this week to discuss game 7 of the Western Conference Finals between the Golden State Warriors and Oklahoma City Thunder. Scal also talks with Mannix to preview the upcoming NBA Finals. It's all here and more on The Vertical Podcast with Chris Mannix. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
47 minutes
May 24, 2016
Sacramento Kings Head Coach Dave Joerger and Tim Kawakami / New Sacramento Kings head coach Dave Joerger joins The Vertical
Sacramento Kings Head Coach Dave Joerger and Tim Kawakami / New Sacramento Kings head coach Dave Joerger joins The Vertical this week to discuss the decision to become Kings coach and if he had any doubts before accepting the position. Chris is also joined by San Jose Mercury News columnist Tim Kawakami to talk about the Western Conference Finals and how the Warriors can get back to looking like the best team in the NBA. It's all here and more on The Vertical Podcast with Chris Mannix. Here are some key moments: - - Tim Kawakami - - 4:07: What happened to the Warriors in the blowout Game 3 loss? - - 7:40: The Thunder’s success playing big against the Warriors. - - 10:29: The difference between this 2-1 deficit for the Warriors compared to last year against the Grizzlies and Cavaliers. - - 14:57: How the Thunder’s deep playoff run impacts Kevin Durant’s pending free agency. - - 19:34: Warriors owner Joe Lacob’s comments about being the best organization in the league. - - 26:03: The importance of Game 4 for Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson. - - Dave Joerger - - 29:18: On his excitement about joining the Kings. - - 30:35: The accelerated timeline of his move from the Grizzlies to the Kings. - - 31:28: His awareness about the dysfunction in Sacramento last season. - - 35:00: DeMarcus Cousins’ future with the Kings. - - 37:44: His exit from the Grizzlies. - - 40:47: Will he bring the same offensive philosophy to the Kings? - - 43:06: His interest in re-signing Rajon Rondo. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1 hour
May 22, 2016
#9 - Post-Draft Lottery, Who Should Go No. 1? / Morten, Sarah and Bryan break down what the 76ers should
#9 - Post-Draft Lottery, Who Should Go No. 1? / Morten, Sarah and Bryan break down what the 76ers should do with the No. 1 overall pick, discuss the latest in the Warriors-Thunder and Cavaliers-Raptors conference finals, and weigh in on the Knicks hiring Jeff Hornacek and the Magic hiring Frank Vogel.
35 minutes
May 19, 2016
Going inside the Golden State Warriors / Ever wonder what it’s like to be on the inside of a championship
Going inside the Golden State Warriors / Ever wonder what it’s like to be on the inside of a championship team? USA TODAY’s Sam Amick talks to Golden State Warriors assistant general manager Travis Schlenk. They discuss everything from how life is with the team on the road, what it’s like after wins and losses and how to keep building a team when you pick at the end of the draft. They also talk about what the team thought of Draymond Green when he was at Michigan State and what he thinks of how good Stephen Curry is now.
1 hour
May 19, 2016
Draft Lotto and Conference Finals Playoffs / Kevin and Tim talk the recent draft lottery and what that means for
Draft Lotto and Conference Finals Playoffs / Kevin and Tim talk the recent draft lottery and what that means for the bottom teams. We discuss the Raptors Cavs series and the Thunder Warriors series. Also, Random NBA player of the weekwww.Facebook.com/DriveAndDishPodcastLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
58 minutes
May 16, 2016
OKCee you in Golden State! / Tim Justin, and Kevin Talk about the NBA playoffs, some news around the NBA Draft lottery, Preview
OKCee you in Golden State! / Tim Justin, and Kevin Talk about the NBA playoffs, some news around the NBA Draft lottery, Preview the Thunder and Warriors Matchup and how the thunder will have a chance to make some noise! DriveandDishpodcast.com (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
May 15, 2016
#8 - A Western Conference Finals Preview and a Spurs Eulogy / Sarah, Morten and Bryan eulogize the Spurs, preview
#8 - A Western Conference Finals Preview and a Spurs Eulogy / Sarah, Morten and Bryan eulogize the Spurs, preview the Western Conference Finals matchup between the Warriors and the Thunder, and break down some of the latest coaching moves across the Association.
39 minutes
May 15, 2016
Stopping the champs: a West Finals preview with OKC's Billy Donovan / As his team moves on to the Western
Stopping the champs: a West Finals preview with OKC's Billy Donovan / As his team moves on to the Western Conference finals, Oklahoma City Thunder coach Billy Donovan has matched wits with veteran coaches Rick Carlisle in Dallas and Gregg Popovich in San Antonio, and won. He talks about going up against those guys and the adjustments his team made with USA TODAY’s Sam Amick. They also look ahead to the conference finals series against the defending champion Golden State Warriors and what he thinks about his guys, led by Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook, as that series gets started. Amick and USA TODAY’s Kevin Spain set up the series with the Warriors and how Golden State will adjust and counter what the Thunder might throw at them.
9 minutes
May 12, 2016
Stephen Curry talks about the MVP award and the season / In the minutes after giving his speech for winning
Stephen Curry talks about the MVP award and the season / In the minutes after giving his speech for winning the NBA’s most valuable player award, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry joined USA TODAY’s Sam Amick on the phone. The two discuss his award, the first time a player ever got all first place votes. They also talk about the crazy season and how he has had to watch some of the playoffs because of injury.
20 minutes
May 11, 2016
Grant Hill on why Steph Curry is so good and the NBA playoffs / Former NBA player and TNT personality
Grant Hill on why Steph Curry is so good and the NBA playoffs / Former NBA player and TNT personality Grant Hill and USA TODAY's Sam Amick have a phone conversation to talk about the top current stories in the NBA. They discuss Golden State Warriors Stephen Curry being the unanimous choice for league most valuable player. They talk about what makes Curry such a great player and his reputation for being a good guy off the court. They discuss the playoffs and the outstanding series between the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder.
45 minutes
May 10, 2016
EPISODE #23 - Bored PBP announcer edition with Wolves Alan Horton / Two bored NBA play by play announcer hang
EPISODE #23 - Bored PBP announcer edition with Wolves Alan Horton / Two bored NBA play by play announcer hang out and talk NBA playoffs and more as they wish their teams were still playing. Utah Jazz's David Locke and Minnesota's Alan Horton - - 2:55 - Voting on awards - 6:20 - Warriors incredible game was too late - 9:00 - Steph Curry and calling Steph - 12:40 - Warriors without Steph or Bulls without Jordan - 15:40 - Steve Kerr - 18:55 - Why Spurs aren't Spursian - 20:45 - Have to have a guy who can drop 40 - 25:25 - How do you play with post players - 29:30 - Why are Raptors so bad late in games - 34:00 - Wade - 37:25 - Karl Anthony Towns - 39:55 - Ricky Rubio - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
31 minutes
May 6, 2016
Ep. 3: 'NBA Show' With Bill Simmons and Tate Frazier / HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons grabs Tate Frazier
Ep. 3: 'NBA Show' With Bill Simmons and Tate Frazier / HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons grabs Tate Frazier on a Friday morning to figure out who's winning OKC-Spurs, whether Kyrie's latest hot streak is legit, why Atlanta and Toronto's backcourt are sputtering, how to beat the Curry-less Warriors, and whether Warriors-Cavs is just plain inevitable. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
May 2, 2016
The OKC Thunder Dur(C)ant Win Against the San Antonio Spurs / Justin, Tim and Kevin Talk about Round two
The OKC Thunder Dur(C)ant Win Against the San Antonio Spurs / Justin, Tim and Kevin Talk about Round two of the NBA playoffs (Thunder/Spurs, Cavs/Hawks, Warriors/Trailblazers), Luke Walton going to Coach the Lakers... and the new found respect for Austin Rivers... Along with Hot Takes from Reddit, and Mailbag. DriveandDishPodcast.com (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1½ hours
May 1, 2016
#4 - Western Conference Semifinals Preview / Morten, Sarah and Bryan discuss whether the Trail Blazers can upset the Warriors,
#4 - Western Conference Semifinals Preview / Morten, Sarah and Bryan discuss whether the Trail Blazers can upset the Warriors, suggest a path ahead for the Clippers, break down the Spurs-Thunder series and weigh in on Tom Thibodeau's fit in Minnesota and Luke Walton's fit with the Lakers.
57 minutes
Apr 26, 2016
Injuries hitting key players in playoffs: talking Warriors/Clippers crises / Injuries are starting to again be the story of the
Injuries hitting key players in playoffs: talking Warriors/Clippers crises / Injuries are starting to again be the story of the NBA playoffs. Chris Paul, Stephen Curry, Blake Griffin … key players missing time. What has this done to the playoffs? NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt talk about that with USA TODAY’s Kevin Spain. They break down the Clippers now without Paul, discussing how well he has played this season, especially down the stretch without Griffin. They look at the Warriors and how it changes their attack without Curry and how this team has adjusted before without him. They take a turn away from injury talk to discuss Mark Cuban’s comments that Russell Westbrook isn’t a superstar and that Kevin Durant is the only one on the OKC Thunder squad. Then, they discuss how the Cavaliers, who had key injuries in the playoffs last season, are healthy this time around and what it means for them down the line. A quick look at how LeBron James could put his name in the history books yet again if the Cavs do go to the Finals. They close with where Jeff has been eating on the road, and get Sam to weigh in on his dining as well.
49 minutes
Apr 19, 2016
Episode #19 - The Scout 1st Round Playoff Edition / 1:00 - Dallas v. OKC - -
Episode #19 - The Scout 1st Round Playoff Edition / 1:00 - Dallas v. OKC - - What Dallas did to Durant - - How Rick Carlisle gets such production - - - - 12:30 - Toronto v. Indiana - - 16:25 - Houston v. Golden State - - 20:00 - Atlanta v. Boston - - 24:30 - Can Atlanta beat Cleveland - - 26:00 - Detroit v. Cleveland - - Long conversation about Kyrie Irving - - 30:20 - Miami v. Charlotte - - 33:30 - Clippers v. Portland - - 40:00 - 2 great play sets from Clippers v. Portland - - 44:30 - MVP top 5 - - 46:00 - Defensive Player of the Year - - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Apr 16, 2016
End Of The Regular Season. / Justin, Tim and Kevin Talk about The end of the regular season, Kobe's final
End Of The Regular Season. / Justin, Tim and Kevin Talk about The end of the regular season, Kobe's final game, the Warriors winning 73 games, the Heat/Celtics fight, the disappointing finish for the Jazz, and the Most Disappointing teams this season. DriveandDishpodcast.com (Insta, FB, Twitter) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
27 minutes
Apr 15, 2016
Stephen Curry on how he has changed basketball / Steph Curry talks to USA TODAY’s Sam Amick about his incredible
Stephen Curry on how he has changed basketball / Steph Curry talks to USA TODAY’s Sam Amick about his incredible three-point shooting and how he has changed the game. They discuss how other teams are trying to space the floor and open up shooters, emulating what he and the Golden State Warriors are doing. Curry said he’s flattered how even kids are trying to play the game like he does. He talks about discovering how he might be this generation’s Michael Jordan and the spotlight on he and his team. They discuss the idea that Curry could be the best ever and his thoughts on that. Before the interview, Sam makes his predictions for the Western Conference first round playoffs series.
1 hour
Apr 12, 2016
Its Time To Say "Ko-Bye" To #24 / Justin, Tim And Kevin Talk about the Recent NBA news, If they
Its Time To Say "Ko-Bye" To #24 / Justin, Tim And Kevin Talk about the Recent NBA news, If they would rather watch the Warriors "record setting" Game or Kobe's Last game ever, The Jazz and Rockets Playoff push, Some Hot Takes from Reddit and Mailbag! DriveandDishPodcast.com (Twitter, FB & Insta) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
60 minutes
Apr 12, 2016
Former Seattle Supersonic Detlef Schrempf / Former NBA player Detlef Schrempf joins the Vertical this week to discuss being one
Former Seattle Supersonic Detlef Schrempf / Former NBA player Detlef Schrempf joins the Vertical this week to discuss being one of the pioneers for the NBA in bring players from Europe to play in the league, and also what it was like playing against the 1995-1996 Chicago Bulls and how this years Golden State Warriors compare to that team. It's all here and more on the Vertical Podcast with Chris Mannix. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
19 minutes
Apr 5, 2016
The Warriors and the push for 73 / With the Golden State Warriors closing in on the NBA's best regular
The Warriors and the push for 73 / With the Golden State Warriors closing in on the NBA's best regular season record, USA TODAY NBA reporter Sam Amick caught up with assistant coach Ron Adams and head coach Steve Kerr. Adams, a noted basketball defensive guru, talks about the pressures of the streak -- winning at home and the all-time record -- and his role in the team's success. Kerr has a quick note about the streak and if the team is pushing for it.
1½ hours
Apr 3, 2016
#1 - Can Anyone Stop the Warriors? / First-ever episode of The NBA Podcast, presented by BBALLBREAKDOWN. Topics include the
#1 - Can Anyone Stop the Warriors? / First-ever episode of The NBA Podcast, presented by BBALLBREAKDOWN. Topics include the dominance of the Golden State Warriors, the complicated state of the Oklahoma City Thunder, the scandal involving the Los Angeles Lakers and the introduction of the Depressed Fan Scale.Hosts: Bryan Toporek, Sarah Cilea, & Morten Stig Jensen
42 minutes
Mar 30, 2016
Why New York Times' Scott Cacciola prefers covering Warriors than Knicks / Scott Cacciola of the New York Times joins
Why New York Times' Scott Cacciola prefers covering Warriors than Knicks / Scott Cacciola of the New York Times joins the NBA A to Z podcast to discuss covering the Golden State Warriors with Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt. They talk about how Stephen Curry is even better this season than last. It also seems like at times that things come so easy for the Warriors that they might be bored on the floor. Cacciola talks about the decision to go on the road to cover the Warriors instead of spending most of his time staying in New York and covering the Knicks.
35 minutes
Mar 28, 2016
Episode #13 - The Scout II (Scout #2) / David Locke talks with NBA Scout about the hot topics of
Episode #13 - The Scout II (Scout #2) / David Locke talks with NBA Scout about the hot topics of the NBA. - - * Spurs or Warriors - - * Are Thnder a disappointment - - * How do you beat the Warriors? - - * Are the Cavs different - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
45 minutes
Mar 25, 2016
Breaking Down Kevin Durant's Best Options in 2016 NBA Free Agency / Kevin Durant is a free agent this summer.
Breaking Down Kevin Durant's Best Options in 2016 NBA Free Agency / Kevin Durant is a free agent this summer. Did you know that? It's OK if you didn't. It's not like anyone is talking about it or anything. - Except everyone is talking about it. Every week there's another rumor. Before every marquee matchup there's another rumor. Rumors, rumors, rumors. - Should Durant re-sign with the Oklahom City Thunder? Are any of the Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks, Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards viable threats to whisk him off his feet? Can the Golden State Warriors and San Antonio Spurs be considered favorites to land him if he leaves Oklahoma City? Should Golden State or San Antonio even want to sign him? And, finally, where should Durant ultimately take his talents? - Keep it right here with the Hardwood Knocks crew as they tackle these question head on. As always, thanks for listening. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher or BlogTalkRadio. Give us a rating or comment on your preferred podcast catcher. - You can follow me (@AndrewDBailey), Dan (@danfavale), Adam (@fromal09) and the show (@HardwoodKnocks). - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 24, 2016
Fastbreak Breakfast S2 Ep. 22 "Pure Scallywag" / S2 Ep. 22 “Pure Scallywag" A Memphis heavy episode where Chuck fully jumps
Fastbreak Breakfast S2 Ep. 22 "Pure Scallywag" / S2 Ep. 22 “Pure Scallywag" A Memphis heavy episode where Chuck fully jumps on the motley bandwagon. Also talking Eastern Conference playoff races, Warriors/Spurs, and moody Lebron.Follow us on TwitterLike us on FacebookBuy a funny shirtIntro and outro music by Codaphonic Ep. 61 (S2 Ep. 22)
1 hour
Mar 21, 2016
Clash of the NBA Titans... / Justin, Tim and Kevin figure our who will win defensive player of the year,
Clash of the NBA Titans... / Justin, Tim and Kevin figure our who will win defensive player of the year, what's going on with the Cav's Kevin Love experiment, Why the Celtics Miss Crowder so much, what we can take from the Warriors/Spurs game and what in the hell Dwight Howard with thinking with his Sticky Substance...DriveandDishPodcast.comTwitter FacebookInstagramLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
41 minutes
Mar 9, 2016
Thunder have no boom... / The Gang is FINALLY BACK!!!! They Talk Joe Johnson going to the heat, how the
Thunder have no boom... / The Gang is FINALLY BACK!!!! They Talk Joe Johnson going to the heat, how the Lakers beat the Warriors, and Why the Thunder and the Spurs can't seem to beat the top teams... Along with some Hot Takes From Reddit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
42 minutes
Mar 7, 2016
Episode # 8 - Mavs voice Chuck Cooperstein / David Locke sits down with Good Friend Chuck Cooperstein for a
Episode # 8 - Mavs voice Chuck Cooperstein / David Locke sits down with Good Friend Chuck Cooperstein for a wide ranging nba talk - - Race for 8th in the West - - 6:00 - Where does Durant go - - 11:00 - Spurs clamp down - - 14:00 - Mimicking the Warriors - - 17:00 - Value of the bigs - Dwight Howard - - 20:00 - Blazers and Raptors - - 26:00 - Rapid Fire Questions - - 32:00 - Dirk - - 35:00 - The aging of LeBron - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
51 minutes
Mar 4, 2016
Kevin Durant talks Thunder, free agency; Talking Warriors-OKC-Cavs-LeBron and more / Kevin Durant talks to NBA A to Z guy
Kevin Durant talks Thunder, free agency; Talking Warriors-OKC-Cavs-LeBron and more / Kevin Durant talks to NBA A to Z guy Sam Amick to discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder’s recent struggles, not only on the floor but off. And, of course, Durant discusses his forthcoming free agency that will be the top story when July rolls around. As Durant made clear, the unprecedented nature of the league’s salary cap situation this summer means the possibilities are seemingly endless. Amick, Jeff Zillgitt and Kevin Spain break down the continuing dominance of the Golden State Warriors. They talk about how a little internal bickering, which seems to come from the outspoken Draymond Green, might be a good thing. They also break down the declining play of the Cleveland Cavaliers. They also chat about some of the teams battling for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference (what's happening with the Chicago Bulls?).
52 minutes
Feb 29, 2016
Is Steph Curry unstoppable? Can Raps catch Cavs? Is Terry Stotts coach of the year? / Since there's not much
Is Steph Curry unstoppable? Can Raps catch Cavs? Is Terry Stotts coach of the year? / Since there's not much discussion of Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors, the NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt talk about his season with USA TODAY's Kevin Spain. The guys also discuss the race in the Eastern Conference and if the Toronto Raptors can catch the Cleveland Cavaliers and what teams will make the playoffs. They explore the candidacy of Portland's Terry Stotts as coach of the year.
19 minutes
Feb 12, 2016
Draymond Green talks Warriors, style, and Kevin Durant / New York Knicks rookie Kristaps Porzingis has a good relationship with
Draymond Green talks Warriors, style, and Kevin Durant / New York Knicks rookie Kristaps Porzingis has a good relationship with new coach Kurt Rambis and has adjusted well to the changes, NBA A to Z guy Sam Amick reports from Toronto. Sam also talks to Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green about his first trip to All-Star weekend and his newly found fashion sense.
26 minutes
Feb 2, 2016
Episode #4 - The Scout Part 1 / David Locke talks to an NBA Scout anonymously - - Topics
Episode #4 - The Scout Part 1 / David Locke talks to an NBA Scout anonymously - - Topics - - The Golden State Warriors, any way to slow them down? - - Can Tyrone Lue help the Cavs? - - How good is Kevin Love? - - What do the Clippers do now? - - Who are the Stars in the league? - - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
22 minutes
Jan 22, 2016
Episode #2 - ESPN Zach Lowe / David Locke sits down Zach Lowe to discuss David Blatt firing, small ball
Episode #2 - ESPN Zach Lowe / David Locke sits down Zach Lowe to discuss David Blatt firing, small ball teams and skill ball teams, Warriors, Gordon Hayward and Quin Snyder - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
45 minutes
Jan 19, 2016
Where do Warriors, Cavaliers go now? / Does the Cleveland Cavaliers blowout loss to the Golden State Warriors mean they're
Where do Warriors, Cavaliers go now? / Does the Cleveland Cavaliers blowout loss to the Golden State Warriors mean they're in trouble come playoff time? Does it mean the Warriors are unstoppable? The NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt break it down with USA TODAY Sports' Kevin Spain. Zillgitt covered the game and talks about what was going on at the arena. The guys explore the topic of the pregame trash talk, and did it have an effect? They also discuss the big game looming with the Warriors against the San Antonio Spurs and discuss how Kevin Durant says the media hates the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jeff and Sam give their airball or swish.
48 minutes
Jan 11, 2016
Mikhail Prokhorov and the Nets; Cavs, Spurs, Warriors pulling away from pack / Brooklyn Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov fired his
Mikhail Prokhorov and the Nets; Cavs, Spurs, Warriors pulling away from pack / Brooklyn Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov fired his coach, Lionel Hollins and reassigned his general manager, Billy King, after the team got off to a poor start. NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt discuss these moves with former Nets beat reporter Tim Bontemps, who covers the league for the Washington Post. They look at what's next for the Nets and how we got into this situation. Then Zillgitt, Amick and Kevin Spain break down the conference races, how the Cleveland Cavaliers have joined the Golden State Warriors and San Antonio Spurs in a level ahead of everyone else in the league. They also discuss how several teams are battling for final playoff spots in both conferences, including the improving New York Knicks. The guys give their airball and swish.
57 minutes
Jan 5, 2016
Alvin Gentry interview; DrayMagic and the Spurs / Alvin Gentry discusses what has gone right and wrong with the New
Alvin Gentry interview; DrayMagic and the Spurs / Alvin Gentry discusses what has gone right and wrong with the New Orleans Pelicans this season and his outlook for the second half with USA TODAY's Sam Amick. He talks about what kind of player he has in Anthony Davis. They also discuss Gentry’s old team, the Golden State Warriors and the injury to coach Steve Kerr and the job that Luke Walton has done. Amick, Jeff Zillgitt and Kevin Spain discuss the outstanding play of Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green, aka DrayMagic, and how it compares to one of the NBA's all-time greats Magic Johnson. The guys talk about how, even though the Warriors have the league's best record that the San Antonio Spurs, led by darkhorse MVP candidate Kawhi Leonard, are right on their heels. They also discuss the Miami Heat and how close they are to being a great team. Amick and Zillgitt give their airball and swish.
39 minutes
Jan 1, 2016
38 - The Spurs Have the NBA Running Scared. Again. Including the Warriors. / The Hardwood Knocks crew discusses the
38 - The Spurs Have the NBA Running Scared. Again. Including the Warriors. / The Hardwood Knocks crew discusses the continued, mind-melting success of the Spurs, in all its grandeur. Are they set up to dominate the NBA for another decade, even after Tim Duncan retires? Could Kawhi Leonard go down as the greatest Spur ever? Is there anything that could feasibly set San Antonio back? And, most importantly, can the latest version of the Spurs overthrow the league-lording Warriors? - As always, remember to subscribe to and rate the podcast on iTunes if you use an iOS device. Find us and favorite us on Stitcher if you're on Android or another device. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
44 minutes
Dec 28, 2015
Curry hurting game? What's up with the Suns? / What's up with Mark Jackson saying that Stephen Curry is hurting
Curry hurting game? What's up with the Suns? / What's up with Mark Jackson saying that Stephen Curry is hurting the NBA? The NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt discuss that with USA TODAY's Kevin Spain. The guys talk about the Warriors vs. Cavaliers on Christmas, and how it was a good, but ugly game. They talk about Blake Griffin's injury and what that will do to the Los Angeles Clippers. They talk about the Matt Barnes suspension, which everyone had forgotten about. Sam talks to Paul Coro of the Arizona Republic about the Phoenix Suns, who appear to be unravelling. Sam and Jeff give their airball or swish.
48 minutes
Dec 21, 2015
A pulse on the Thunder with Shawn Woods / We talk: with Shawn Woods (@Shawn_Woods15) on an early season report
A pulse on the Thunder with Shawn Woods / We talk: with Shawn Woods (@Shawn_Woods15) on an early season report of OKC. The latest Durant rumors, and whether the Thunder can beat the Warriors in the playoffs. We also answer your Mailbag questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
39 minutes
Dec 14, 2015
Warriors streak ends, Celtics, Thunder on a roll / The Golden State Warriors long winning streak ends, but there is
Warriors streak ends, Celtics, Thunder on a roll / The Golden State Warriors long winning streak ends, but there is still plenty to talk about regarding this team. NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt discuss the streak and what's next for the Warriors with Kevin Spain of USA TODAY Sports. The guys also talk about the great game the Warriors had against Boston and what the Celtics can be moving forward. They also talk about the Oklahoma City Thunder, now the team with the longest streak in the league and how well they're playing. Sam and Jeff give their airball and swish.
34 minutes
Dec 10, 2015
Andrew Bogut on the Warriors winning streak / USA TODAY Sports Sam Amick talks to Golden State Warriors center Andrew
Andrew Bogut on the Warriors winning streak / USA TODAY Sports Sam Amick talks to Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut in a phone interview and they discuss the winning streak and what he's doing during off time on the road. Bogut talks about what the team has to put up with in other cities as fans try to get close to the team.
41 minutes
Dec 3, 2015
Chronicling the Golden State Warriors / With the Golden State Warriors off to a record-breaking 20–0 start, NBA A to
Chronicling the Golden State Warriors / With the Golden State Warriors off to a record-breaking 20–0 start, NBA A to Z guy Sam Amick chats with San Francisco Chronicle beat writer Rusty Simmons about covering the team. Will they remain undefeated on this seven-long road trip, and might they break the 1971-72 Lakers' 33-game winning streak? What's more, is there a downside to this dominance that they'll pay the price for come playoff time? - Simmons - who has covered the Warriors since 2009 - discusses their road from laughable to lauded, the amazing evolution of Stephen Curry as a player and a person, the Steve Kerr situation, Draymond Green's growth and much more. Simmons also tells the untold tale of the NBA Finals media charter plane that was grounded last June, in essence, because he (health problems be darned) refused to miss the chance to cover Golden State's title run.
1 hour
Nov 30, 2015
Repeating history with the Warriors / Tim Tompkins and Kevin Rafuse talk: Debate which happens first a Warriors loss or
Repeating history with the Warriors / Tim Tompkins and Kevin Rafuse talk: Debate which happens first a Warriors loss or a 76ers win, the ref’s throwing out Mike Budenholzer against the Cavs, Ben Simmons, Paul George making a case for MVP and Mailbag!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
42 minutes
Nov 23, 2015
Can the Warriors or Kristaps Porzingis be stopped? / The Golden State Warriors keep piling up wins and the NBA
Can the Warriors or Kristaps Porzingis be stopped? / The Golden State Warriors keep piling up wins and the NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt weigh in with Kevin Spain on how good they are and how impressive Luke Walton has been as interim coach. They also look at how good Kristaps Porzingis looks for the New York Knicks so far and how Ryan Anderson has gotten hot for the New Orleans Pelicans. Everyone is doing the Dirk now - Dirk Nowitzki's influence on the tall shooter. The ageless wonders of Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh are leading the Miami Heat to good things so far. The guys give their airball and swish. Oh, and there's an interlude about going to a Grateful Dead concert (after all, we're talking about a Walton).
42 minutes
Nov 21, 2015
35 - What Happens First? A Warriors Loss, or a 76ers Win? / 35 - What Happens First? A Warriors
35 - What Happens First? A Warriors Loss, or a 76ers Win? / 35 - What Happens First? A Warriors Loss, or a 76ers Win? - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
37 minutes
Nov 17, 2015
J.J. Redick on Clippers and his new tattoo / Los Angeles Clippers guard J.J. Redick joins USA TODAY Sports' Sam
J.J. Redick on Clippers and his new tattoo / Los Angeles Clippers guard J.J. Redick joins USA TODAY Sports' Sam Amick by phone to talk about the team and the rivalry with the Golden State Warriors. They also discuss Redick's appreciation for good sports writing and his new tattoo.
57 minutes
Nov 10, 2015
Kevin Durant's free agency period is on? / As the Oklahoma City Thunder take on the Washington Wizards, it sparks
Kevin Durant's free agency period is on? / As the Oklahoma City Thunder take on the Washington Wizards, it sparks the beginning of the Kevin Durant free agency period that will go through next summer. NBA A to Z guys Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt break it down with Kevin Spain from USA TODAY Sports. They discuss the Golden State Warriors tremendous start and how the week showcased DeAndre Jordan's first trip to Dallas since the free agent fiasco and LaMarcus Aldridge's return to Portland. Jeff and Sam break down what DLeague expansion will mean and address the question, could Kawhi Leonard be an MVP candidate? Both guys cheat on their airball and swish picks.
33 minutes
Oct 27, 2015
Craig Sager interview; Warriors play at San Quentin / USA TODAY Sports Sam Amick and Kevin Spain discuss the death
Craig Sager interview; Warriors play at San Quentin / USA TODAY Sports Sam Amick and Kevin Spain discuss the death of Flip Saunders and how that will affect the Minnesota Timberwolves this season. Amick sits down with TNT's Craig Sager, who is coming back for the second time after being treated for cancer. The guys talk about Amick's coverage of the Golden State Warriors staff playing a basketball game at San Quentin prison.
30 minutes
Oct 25, 2015
31 - Golden State Warriors 2015-16 Season Preview / 31 - Golden State Warriors 2015-16 Season Preview - -
31 - Golden State Warriors 2015-16 Season Preview / 31 - Golden State Warriors 2015-16 Season Preview - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
31 minutes
Sep 18, 2015
Western Conference preview: Will Warriors repeat? / Will the Golden State Warriors win the Western Conference again this season? Will
Western Conference preview: Will Warriors repeat? / Will the Golden State Warriors win the Western Conference again this season? Will a new and improved San Antonio Spurs get back to the top? Can another team sneak in there? The NBA A to Z guys Jeff Zillgitt and Sam Amick break it down. They look at what team might surprise and might disappoint and Amick picks his conference winner.
1½ hours
Sep 14, 2015
Pacific Division Preview / Tim Tompkins, Kevin Rafuse, and Justin Cousart: break down the Warriors, Clippers, Suns, Kings and Lakers.
Pacific Division Preview / Tim Tompkins, Kevin Rafuse, and Justin Cousart: break down the Warriors, Clippers, Suns, Kings and Lakers. We also hit Random Player of the week and answer your mailbag questions.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
43 minutes
Sep 10, 2015
Draymond Green's summer; NBA changes playoffs / With the NBA season nearing, Golden State Warriors forward and resident NBA champion
Draymond Green's summer; NBA changes playoffs / With the NBA season nearing, Golden State Warriors forward and resident NBA champion Draymond Green joined Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt on the NBA A to Z to discuss, among other things, his decision to donate $3.1 million to his alma mater, Michigan State. Amick and Zillgitt discuss with Kevin Spain the NBA playoffs and Zillgitt's return from cancer surgery.