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47 minutes
Aug 28, 2018
Manu Ginobili Retires, the Sixers’ GM Search, and Kobe Fans vs. LeBron | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 308) /
Manu Ginobili Retires, the Sixers’ GM Search, and Kobe Fans vs. LeBron | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 308) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon and John Gonzalez react to Spurs legend Manu Ginobili announcing his retirement (0:59) and discuss the Philadelphia 76ers’ ongoing search for a new GM (16:38). Then, they examine the NBA rookie survey (30:13) and debate Kobe fans’ scruples about LeBron James (38:26). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


32 minutes
Aug 28, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - Adiós Manu Ginobili / With Manu Ginobili announcing his retirement this week, where does that leave
LOCKED ON NBA - Adiós Manu Ginobili / With Manu Ginobili announcing his retirement this week, where does that leave the San Antonio Spurs, and how will Manu be remembered? Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) are joined by Jeff Garcia (@JeffGSpursZone) of Locked On Spurs to discuss. Then, Wes and David talk about if the 76ers should be in more of a rush to hire a general manager. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


37 minutes
Aug 21, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - 76ers Disappointed, Mental Health in the NBA and Tanking vs Not Tanking / Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg)
LOCKED ON NBA - 76ers Disappointed, Mental Health in the NBA and Tanking vs Not Tanking / Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) discuss if the Philadelphia 76ers should be disappointed, as Ben Simmons is, that LeBron James chose the Lakers over them. Then they talk about ESPN's report on mental health in the NBA and what the league and teams are doing to help its players before debating the merits of tanking. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


57 minutes
Aug 21, 2018
Mark Medina and Keith Pompey / Joining Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports this week are Mark Medina from the San
Mark Medina and Keith Pompey / Joining Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports this week are Mark Medina from the San Jose Mercury News and Keith Pompey from the Philadelphia Inquirer. Mannix and Medina talk about the interesting offseason for the Warriors, adding Demarcus Cousins, and how the Warriors have set themselves up to win for many more years. Chris also talks with Keith Pompey, and they get into Markelle Fultz, how Ben Simmons can improve his shot and who is actually running the Sixers with Bryan Colangelo gone. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com


1 hour
Aug 20, 2018
#169 - Picking every Eastern Conference over/under / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan
#169 - Picking every Eastern Conference over/under / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every Eastern Conference team's over/under. Which teams did Las Vegas miss the mark on? Are the Boston Celtics headed for 60-plus wins? Will the Milwaukee Bucks or Indiana Pacers be legitimate contenders in the East? Can the Philadelphia 76ers top 55 wins?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod


2 hours
Aug 6, 2018
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 91 – Offseason Updates for Philadelphia 76ers and Denver Nuggets / Philadelphia
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 91 – Offseason Updates for Philadelphia 76ers and Denver Nuggets / Philadelphia may have played this offseason conservatively while working through a search for a new GM. But they have very possibly the best young core group of players as any team in the league. They exceed expectations last season by a good measure. Is there room for them to have a better season than they did last season? The Denver Nuggets have an exciting young core as well and perhaps underperformed last season. They continue to be dysfunctional on the defensive end of the court. So they gave a big contract to Will Barton and signed Isaiah Thomas to a contract to be a bench scorer. Will that move the needle for this team at all? All of this and more. Follow Dane on Twitter: @DaneMooreNBA Follow us on Twitter: @willis_glen / @LawtonWillis / @presspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


2 hours
Aug 1, 2018
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 90 – Offseason Updates for Milwaukee Bucks and Portland Trail Blazers /
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 90 – Offseason Updates for Milwaukee Bucks and Portland Trail Blazers / The Bucks added a legitimate coach after finally ending the Jason Kidd experiment. The roster is largely the same apart from a few veterans to help man the power forward and center positions. Can they challenge the big three of Boston, Toronto and Philadelphia? How might the coaching change impact the play of Giannis? Portland largely ran it back apart from their most important front court player off of the bench and their most important back court player off of the bench. Are the young guys ready to step up and help? How urgent is the Dame legacy situation? All of this and more. Follow Dane on Twitter: @DaneMooreNBA Follow us on Twitter: @willis_glen / @LawtonWillis / @presspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


1½ hours
Aug 1, 2018
Atlantic Division with Tim Bontemps and Jared Weiss / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux), Tim Bontemps of the Washington Post (@TimBontemps)
Atlantic Division with Tim Bontemps and Jared Weiss / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux), Tim Bontemps of the Washington Post (@TimBontemps) and Jared Weiss of The Athletic (@JaredWeissNBA) go in-depth on the NBA’s Atlantic Division. - - They discuss how the Celtics, Raptors, 76ers, Knicks and Nets fared in the off-season and predict the season to come, including projected finish, breakout players and rookies they are most excited to see. - - Sponsored by Me Undies (meundies.com/realgm), Quip (getquip.com/RealGM) and TrueCar - Subscribe to RealGM Radio on iTunes or via the RSS feed.


1 hour
Jul 24, 2018
#165 - Kawhi Leonard and Carmelo Anthony trade reaction / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba)
#165 - Kawhi Leonard and Carmelo Anthony trade reaction / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the winners and losers from the recent Kawhi Leonard and Carmelo Anthony trades.Did the San Antonio Spurs get enough for Leonard? How will DeMar DeRozan fit in San Antonio? Are the Raptors now the favorites in the East with Kawhi?How will Dennis Schroder fare with the Oklahoma City Thunder? Why were the Hawks so desperate to dump him? Why did the Philadelphia 76ers give up on two young wing prospects for Mike Muscala? Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod


51 minutes
Jul 17, 2018
Carmelo Destinations, Jimmy Butler’s Future in Minnesota, and the Kawhi Saga | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 302) / The
Carmelo Destinations, Jimmy Butler’s Future in Minnesota, and the Kawhi Saga | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 302) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor discuss the report that Houston Rockets GM Daryl Morey spurned the Philadelphia 76ers’ attempt to hire him (0:41), landing spots for Carmelo Anthony (9:02), the Denver Nuggets’ updated roster (18:14), Ben McLemore heading back to the Sacramento Kings (26:24), Jimmy Butler turning down an extension with the Minnesota Timberwolves (30:27), and questions surrounding the remaining free agents (40:13). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


52 minutes
Jul 12, 2018
Free Agency In The East / Kevin and Justin are back with a midweek episode talking about the less than
Free Agency In The East / Kevin and Justin are back with a midweek episode talking about the less than exciting "NBA free agency" in the Eastern Conference:Nets: Ed Davis, 1-year $4.4 million, Joe Harris 2-years $16 million, Pacers: Tyreke Evans, 1-year $12 million, Kyle O’Quinn 1-year $4.5 million, Doug McDermott 3-years $22 million.Bucks: Ersan Ilyasova 3-years, $21 million and Brook Lopez at a VERY team friendly deal. Knicks: Mario Hezjonia, 1-year $6.5 millionCeltics: Aaron Baynes, 2-years $11 million.76ers: JJ Redick, 1-year $13 million, Amir Johnson 1-year deal, Nemanji Bejlinca 1-year deal, Add Wilson Chandler via trade, Wizards: Jeff Green, 1-year $2.5 million, Dwight Howard 1-year $5.3 millionMagic: Aaron Gordon, 4-years $84 million, Isaiah Briscoe 1-year deal Raptors: Fred VanVleet 2-years, $18 millionHornets: Tony Parker, 2-years $10 millionLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


1 hour
Jul 9, 2018
#160 - Winners and losers from Week 1 of 2018 free agency / In this episode of The NBA Podcast,
#160 - Winners and losers from Week 1 of 2018 free agency / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest winners and losers from the first week of 2018 NBA free agency.Is there a glass-half-full way to look at the San Antonio Spurs' offseason so far? Are the Indiana Pacers low-key winning the summer? Should the Houston Rockets still be considered the 1B to Golden State's 1A after losing Trevor Ariza to the Phoenix Suns? Are the Philadelphia 76ers losers for not landing a marquee free agent?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod


1 hour
Jul 3, 2018
#158 - Boogie to the Warriors, Rondo to the Lakers and more / In this episode of The NBA Podcast,
#158 - Boogie to the Warriors, Rondo to the Lakers and more / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss DeMarcus Cousins joining the Golden State Warriors, Rajon Rondo heading to the Los Angeles Lakers and more of Monday's notable free-agent signings.Should the NBA step in to prevent Cousins from joining the Wizards? Why would the Lakers be interested in adding another non-shooter in Rondo? Should the New Orleans Pelicans start Julius Randle alongside Anthony Davis? Did the Utah Jazz and Philadelphia 76ers get good value on Derrick Favors and JJ Redick, respectively?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod


53 minutes
Jun 29, 2018
173 - MAILBAG: LeBron Opts Out, FA Targets for Grizz, Lakers, 76ers, Hawks, Kings, More! / The NBA's silly #SZN
173 - MAILBAG: LeBron Opts Out, FA Targets for Grizz, Lakers, 76ers, Hawks, Kings, More! / The NBA's silly #SZN is officially upon us! - - LeBron James has opted out of his contract, officially making him an unrestricted free agent. This decision means a whole lot when looking at the context of his potential landing spots. Andy and Dan break down every angle of his latest foray onto the open market. - - From there, Hardwood Knocks' latest mailbag takes us...well, it takes use everywhere. Our covered topics include: Jabari Parker; the Bucks in general; the Lakers; Dante Exum; DeAndre Jordan; the Mavericks; the 76ers; the Bulls; the Kings; the Hawks; the Grizzlies; the Nuggets; Will Barton; Avery Bradley; Tyreke Evans; Brook Lopez; the Blazers; Dwight Howard; Paul George; and more! - - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
Jun 27, 2018
Austin Rivers to the Wizards, D.J. to Dallas (Potentially), and More Free-Agency Rumors | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 295)
Austin Rivers to the Wizards, D.J. to Dallas (Potentially), and More Free-Agency Rumors | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 295) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor discuss the recent trade by the Los Angeles Clippers that sent Austin Rivers to the Washington Wizards (01:12) and the potential for the Clips to deal DeAndre Jordan to the Dallas Mavericks (03:47). Then they discuss Paul George’s free agency and how what he decides will affect other free agents (16:26), what it would cost the 76ers to sign both Kawhi Leonard and LeBron James (30:16), and the free agents that aren’t being talked about (48:21). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
Jun 19, 2018
170 - NBA Draft Mailbag with Cole Zwicker: Kawhi Rumors, Luka Doncic, Potential Trades, Trae Young, Kangzzz, More! / If
170 - NBA Draft Mailbag with Cole Zwicker: Kawhi Rumors, Luka Doncic, Potential Trades, Trae Young, Kangzzz, More! / If you're fully prepared for Thursday's prospect pageant, well, hey, good for you! If not, you will be at the end of this podcast. The Stepien's Cole Zwicker (@colezwicker) joins Hardwood Knocks to discuss all things NBA draft. Along with Dan, he plows through a mailbag directed by you, our ever-awesome listeners, that covers Luka Doncic, Trae Young, Deandre Ayton, the Cavaliers, the Knicks, Shai Alexander, Mikal Bridges, Miles Bridges, Troy Brown, the Clippers, under-the-radar prospects, Mitchell Robinson, the Wizards, Kevin Huerter, Wendell Carter Jr., Jaren Jackson Jr., Michael Porter Jr., Zhaire Smith, Jacob Evans, Jontay Porter, Collin Sexton, De'Anthony Melton, Jalen Brunson, Elie Okobo, the Hawks, the 76ers and so much friggin' more. - - Because this is a podcast of the people, Dan asks—pleads with, really—Cole to deliver his officially official predictions for whether the Spurs will trade Kawhi Leonard, and where LeBron James will end up signing in free agency. - - Do yourself a favor and listen away—like, right now. You'll enrich your life, guaranteed. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


58 minutes
Jun 19, 2018
LOPN NBA Mock Draft picks 25-30: The Lakers, 76ers, Celtics, Warriors, Nets and Hawks wrap up the Locked on
LOPN NBA Mock Draft picks 25-30: The Lakers, 76ers, Celtics, Warriors, Nets and Hawks wrap up the Locked on Podcast Mock Draft / The Locked on Podcast Network 5 day mock draft comes to an end with the Los Angeles Lakers, Philadelphia 76ers, Boston Celtics, Golden State Warriors, Brooklyn Nets and Atlanta Hawks taking picks 25-30. Two of the fan favorites finally going in the draft. Jeremy Woo of Sports Illustrated gives his player breakdowns and then gives his take on the best player not drafted by the Locked on Podcast Network hosts. - In addition Josh Lloyd and Jake Madison give their breakdown of the picks. - The Locked on Podcast Network, your team, every day - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
Jun 14, 2018
LOPN Mock Draft Picks 7-12 - Bulls, Cavaliers, Knicks, 76ers, Hornets and Clippers / The Locked on Podcast Mock Draft
LOPN Mock Draft Picks 7-12 - Bulls, Cavaliers, Knicks, 76ers, Hornets and Clippers / The Locked on Podcast Mock Draft continues with picks 7 thru 12. The local experts on the NBA the Locked on Podcast Network hosts are in their teams NBA Draft Headquarters making picks. Sports Illustrated's Jeremy Woo is giving player breakdowns and Josh Lloyd and Jake Madison are evaluating the picks as they happen. - In this episode the Bulls take advantage of a slipping big man, the Cavaliers act as though LeBron is returning, Locked on Knicks puts on a revival while hosting the show, the 76ers share huge news about trade possibilities with the Spurs and then make a surprise pick while the Hornets and the Clippers finish up the picks. - Remember each day their will be a Reddit AMA to discuss the picks at 2pm Eastern - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


5 seconds
Jun 8, 2018
Sweeps, New Coaches and Burner Accounts... What even is the NBA? / How crazy is the NBA right now? The
Sweeps, New Coaches and Burner Accounts... What even is the NBA? / How crazy is the NBA right now? The guys try to dissect the Finals and how great Lebron is, will Kevin Durant ever get the respect from fans back? Warrior fans what it but is Steph Curry the Finals MVP? They then do some "HOT TAKES FROM REDDIT" and chat about Trevor Ariza leaving the Rockets and if the Boston Celtics should be concerned with Kyrie Irvings Injury history. The last part of the episode is spent talking about the Social Media Scandal with Bryan Colangelo and the 76ers. how can someone in 2018 lose his job over a tweet!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


27 minutes
Jun 7, 2018
Bryan Colangelo’s Resignation and the Future of the Sixers With Ben Detrick | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 285) /
Bryan Colangelo’s Resignation and the Future of the Sixers With Ben Detrick | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 285) / The Ringer’s Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier sit down with writer Ben Detrick to discuss the news of Bryan Colangelo resigning from the Philadelphia 76ers, and examine what that means for the 76ers organization heading into the draft and free agency. - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


2 hours
Jun 1, 2018
2018 NBA Finals Game 1; Marc Stein on Colangelo and Kawhi / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.
2018 NBA Finals Game 1; Marc Stein on Colangelo and Kawhi / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We recap a wild Game 1 from Oracle Arena, including a possession-by-possession break down of the stretch run. Then Marc Stein of the New York Times joins to discuss the situation with Bryan Colangelo in Philadelphia and how the Kawhi Leonard situation could resolve in San Antonio. - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux). And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.


1½ hours
May 30, 2018
165 - Cavs-Warriors Finals Primer, Colangelo/76ers Twitter Scandal, Magic Hire Clifford / Hardwood Knocks drops their officially official primer and
165 - Cavs-Warriors Finals Primer, Colangelo/76ers Twitter Scandal, Magic Hire Clifford / Hardwood Knocks drops their officially official primer and preview for Cavaliers-Warriors, Round 4. But before they get to NBA Finals anatomization and predictions, they must first navigate their way through the most 2018 scandal ever. - - On the heels of a report from The Ringer's Ben Detrick that suggests Philadelphia 76ers president Bryan Colangelo has five secret Twitter accounts dedicated to serving his own agenda, Andy and Dan discuss all the various forms of potential fallout. The accounts in question haven't been confirmed as Colangelo's, but the evidence seems pretty damning. And given how critical these burners were of everyone from Joel Embiid and Markelle Fultz, to Sam Hinkie and Masai Ujiri, it stands to reason all this could ultimately cost Colangelo his job. - - Will it also cost the Sixers a shot at signing LeBron James and Paul George? Should we give Colangelo the benefit of the doubt in this instance? Is this the craziest NBA storyline in recent memory? - - After blitzing through this, Andy and Dan offer their thoughts on the Magic hiring Steve Clifford as their new head coach. And then, from there, it's NBA Finals time. Do the Cavaliers have a chance? What are the implications of every possible Finals outcome? What tactical adjustments will the Warriors and Cavs make as the series goes on? We talk about it all! - - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
May 18, 2018
163 - MAILBAG: BOS/CLE, HOU/GSW, Mitchell vs Tatum, Cousins' free agency, Salary Dump SZN / The latest Hardwood Knocks mailbag
163 - MAILBAG: BOS/CLE, HOU/GSW, Mitchell vs Tatum, Cousins' free agency, Salary Dump SZN / The latest Hardwood Knocks mailbag goes all around the NBA and then back again. Twice. - - Andy and Dan break down the Cavs-Celtics and Rockets-Warriors matchups; dissect DeMarcus Cousins' value in free agency; hypothesize some Kawhi Leonard trades; pick their top-three draft prospects; identify teams primed to facilitate salary dumps (shoutout, Atlanta!); offer up some free-agent and trade targets for the 76ers; discuss Mike Budenholzer joining the Bucks; and then continue to riff on so much more! - - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
May 15, 2018
162 - Philadelphia 76ers Outlook, Legalized Sports Gambling, Kawhi Leonard Trades / With news coming that the Supreme Court ruled
162 - Philadelphia 76ers Outlook, Legalized Sports Gambling, Kawhi Leonard Trades / With news coming that the Supreme Court ruled in favor of legalizing sports betting, CNBC's Chris Crouse (@CW_Crouse) joins Hardwood Knocks to talk about what it means for the NBA, and whether it could expedite the process of compensating college athletes. - - Chris and Dan also talk extensively about the Sixers' future in advance of a pivotal offseason. Will they sign LeBron James or Paul George? Could they trade for Kawhi Leonard? Should we still believe in Markelle Fultz? Is Robert Covington overrated? All this and more awaits you in our latest jam, so let's hop to it! - - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
May 14, 2018
#140 - What's next for the Raptors, Sixers, Pelicans and Jazz? / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten
#140 - What's next for the Raptors, Sixers, Pelicans and Jazz? / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) look ahead to the big offseason questions for the Toronto Raptors, Philadelphia 76ers, New Orleans Pelicans and Utah Jazz.Should the Raptors blow up their core after being swept in the playoffs? How should the 76ers round out their roster this offseason? Should the Pelicans re-sign DeMarcus Cousins? How much should the Jazz be willing to spend to retain Derrick Favors and Dante Exum?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod


1 hour
May 10, 2018
#501 The Conference Finals We've Been Waiting For! / We're finally getting the Conference Finals we've been waiting for! The
#501 The Conference Finals We've Been Waiting For! / We're finally getting the Conference Finals we've been waiting for! The golden State Warriors are playing the Houston Rockets! the guys dive into what they think will happen this series, plus look back at the impressive season by the Utah Jazz and New Orleans Pelicans. they then take a look at the Boston Celtics going up against the Cleveland Cavaliers! How many games can Boston win? we also look back at the 76ers and Celtics Series and talk about the future of Toronto. Finally, we chat a bit about the two coaching changes that happened this week with the Detroit Pistons and the Charlotte Hornets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


1½ hours
May 8, 2018
Cavs Sweep Raptors, Sixers Hang On Against Celtics, SVG Out of Detroit, and Fiz In New York | The Ringer
Cavs Sweep Raptors, Sixers Hang On Against Celtics, SVG Out of Detroit, and Fiz In New York | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 264) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor react to the Cleveland Cavaliers defeating the Toronto Raptors in a historic sweep (0:11) and the Philadelphia 76ers avoiding a sweep from the Boston Celtics (30:42). Then, they preview the two Western Conference series (41:06) and discuss coaching changes around the league (55:46). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
May 7, 2018
Celtics Eclipse Sixers, #LeBronto Continues, and Warriors-Rockets Is Near | Heat Check (Ep. 263) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez is
Celtics Eclipse Sixers, #LeBronto Continues, and Warriors-Rockets Is Near | Heat Check (Ep. 263) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez is joined by HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to review how the Boston Celtics built a surprising 3-0 lead over the Philadelphia 76ers (2:27). Then, Shea Serrano calls in to discuss LeBron James and the Cavaliers dominating the Toronto Raptors (30:04). Finally, Haley O’Shaughnessy and Paolo Uggetti join to react to the Golden State Warriors overwhelming the New Orleans Pelicans (49:19) and the Houston Rockets pushing ahead of the Utah Jazz (59:32). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


52 minutes
May 4, 2018
Episode #500 New Coaches & Old Playoff Problems. / Kevin and Justin realize that THIS EPISODE is their 500th Drive
Episode #500 New Coaches & Old Playoff Problems. / Kevin and Justin realize that THIS EPISODE is their 500th Drive & Dish Episode! They talk about the recent coaching changes, JB Bickerstaff locking in with the Memphis Grizzlies, David Fitzdale joining the New York Knicks, and Utah Jazz Assistant Coach Igor Kokoškov landing a Head Coach position with the Phoenix Suns! the guys then turn their attention over to the playoffs, where they are mostly disappointed in the Toronto Raptors, and 76ers... Mad props to Lebron and Kevin Love. The Most exciting 2nd round series is the Utah Jazz V Rockets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


1 hour
May 1, 2018
Here They Don’t Come: The Celtics Bulldoze the Sixers, Plus Cavs-Raptors and Pelicans-Warriors | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 259)
Here They Don’t Come: The Celtics Bulldoze the Sixers, Plus Cavs-Raptors and Pelicans-Warriors | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 259) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor react to the Boston Celtics’ convincing victory over the Philadelphia 76ers (1:19), debate whether LeBron could carry the Cleveland Cavaliers past the Toronto Raptors (41:46), and gauge the New Orleans Pelicans’ chances to make the series competitive against the Golden State Warriors (1:01:00). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


54 minutes
Apr 30, 2018
#135 - 2018 Eastern Conference semifinals preview / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan
#135 - 2018 Eastern Conference semifinals preview / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the Raptors-Cavaliers and Celtics-76ers series ahead of the 2018 Eastern Conference semifinals.Will Cavaliers players not named LeBron James play better against Toronto than they did against the Pacers? Does Cleveland have the personnel to slow down Kyle Lowry, DeMar DeRozan and the Raptors' Bench Mob? How much of an impact will Jaylen Brown's hamstring injury have against the Sixers? Can Al Horford slow down Joel Embiid?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod


1 hour
Apr 30, 2018
NBA playoffs Round 2! / Justin and Kevin are back to talk NBA! this time they look forward to round
NBA playoffs Round 2! / Justin and Kevin are back to talk NBA! this time they look forward to round two of the playoffs. they make predictions about the Utah Jazz vs Houston rockets series. While also asking whats next for the Timberwolves and Thunder? Then they look to the New Orleans Pelicans and Golden State Warriors Series and wonder how effective Anthony Davis can be. Then they take it East and Ask should the 76ers prefer the Bucks or the Celtics, and ask whats next for the Bucks after a first round exit? Then its Raptors V Cavs where the guys ask if this is not Lebrons year? and ask whats next for the Pacers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


1½ hours
Apr 29, 2018
Cavs Push Through, Rockets Blast Jazz, and Warriors Still Got It, Plus Sixers-Celtics Preview | Heat Check (Ep. 258) /
Cavs Push Through, Rockets Blast Jazz, and Warriors Still Got It, Plus Sixers-Celtics Preview | Heat Check (Ep. 258) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez sits down with Juliet Litman and Chris Ryan to react to the Cleveland Cavaliers edging out the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 (3:40) and the Houston Rockets dominating the Utah Jazz (19:14). Then they preview the series between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers (25:27) and question the viability of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s future after they were bounced out of the first round (36:16). - Finally, Kevin O’Connor joins to discuss the Golden State Warriors pummeling the New Orleans Pelicans (53:16), debate how the Cleveland Cavaliers will fare against the Toronto Raptors (58:46), and consider the ways in which the Washington Wizards and Milwaukee Bucks can learn from their early exits (1:05:03). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Apr 27, 2018
Derek Bodner / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux) goes in-depth on the Sixers with Derek Bodner of The Athletic (@DerekBodnerNBA). -
Derek Bodner / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux) goes in-depth on the Sixers with Derek Bodner of The Athletic (@DerekBodnerNBA). - - They discuss Philadelphia’s remarkable regular season, their first round win over Miami and the future of the franchise from a player-by-player and team perspective. - - Sponsored by TrueCar and the Ross Tucker Football Podcast. - - Subscribe to RealGM Radio on iTunes or via the RSS feed.


37 minutes
Apr 25, 2018
What Happened to 'Zero Dark Thirty' LeBron? Plus Meek Mill and the Sixers | Sources Say (Ep. 255) / The
What Happened to 'Zero Dark Thirty' LeBron? Plus Meek Mill and the Sixers | Sources Say (Ep. 255) / The Ringer’s Juliet Litman and Chris Ryan discuss LeBron’s social media presence during the playoffs (1:30), fresh-out-of-prison Meek Mill attending the Philadelphia 76ers game (12:30), and Hassan Whiteside (16:55). Then they discuss Kevin Durant’s move to Malibu (28:35) and Chris Paul selling his Houston home (31:30). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Apr 24, 2018
156 - MAILBAG: Blazers Postmortem, OKC/UTA, Cavs, NOP/Boogie, Underrated Players / MAIIIIIL TIME. - In Hardwood Knocks' first postseason mailbag,
156 - MAILBAG: Blazers Postmortem, OKC/UTA, Cavs, NOP/Boogie, Underrated Players / MAIIIIIL TIME. - In Hardwood Knocks' first postseason mailbag, Andy and Dan tackle all things playoffs-related. Their journey takes them into the surprising developments behind the Jazz-Thunder series and down the Russell Westbrook legacy rabbit hole. They also explore DeMarcus Cousins' free agency; Utah's ceiling in a potential matchup with Houston; Portland's next course of action after falling to New Orleans; Philadelphia's ability to make it out of the Eastern Conference; Cleveland's weird effort against Indiana; and the most underrated performers of the postseason so far. - And oh! Other things are talked about as well—including, but not only, the best defensive guards of the playoffs to date. So let's get cracking! - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


37 minutes
Apr 24, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - Rockets and Jazz Take Control, Suns Coaching Candidates and Breaking Up the Blazers / Wes Goldberg
LOCKED ON NBA - Rockets and Jazz Take Control, Suns Coaching Candidates and Breaking Up the Blazers / Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) recap the Rockets' win over the Timberwolves and the Jazz's win over the Thunder before talking about who the Suns should hire as head coach and if the Trail Blazers should break up their backcourt. Then they preview Tuesday night's game between the Celtics and Bucks, Heat and 76ers and Spurs and Warriors. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
Apr 23, 2018
Washington Resurges, Sixers Escalate, Pelicans Sweep, and Cavs Edge One Out | Heat Check (Ep. 253) / The Ringer’s John
Washington Resurges, Sixers Escalate, Pelicans Sweep, and Cavs Edge One Out | Heat Check (Ep. 253) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez sits down with Joe House to react to all of the weekend’s playoff action, including the Washington Wizards’ electric comeback against the Toronto Raptors (2:29), the Philadelphia 76ers’ impressive rise to contention (23:59), the New Orleans Pelicans’ surprising sweep of the Portland Trail Blazers (32:03), and the Cleveland Cavaliers’ rocky road thus far (50:45). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
Apr 22, 2018
#PlayoffDriveAndDish / Justin and Kevin are back to talk about the NBA playoffs first round, they talk all the trending
#PlayoffDriveAndDish / Justin and Kevin are back to talk about the NBA playoffs first round, they talk all the trending topics, Houston Rockets blanketing Karl Anthony Towns... The Utah Jazz and OKC Thunder are going to go 7 games... The 76ers and Heat are getting physical! Should the Cleveland Cavaliers Panic, and Can The Pacers get it done? Why cant the Bucks beat an injured Celtics team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


1 hour
Apr 17, 2018
#131 - Early takeaways from Round 1 of the 2018 NBA playoffs / In this episode of The NBA
#131 - Early takeaways from Round 1 of the 2018 NBA playoffs / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their early takeaways from the first few days of the 2018 NBA playoffs.How much will Joel Embiid alter the Philadelphia 76ers-Miami Heat series? Are the Cleveland Cavaliers in legitimate trouble against the Indiana Pacers? Can the New Orleans Pelicans continue limiting the Portland Trail Blazers' star guards? Do the Utah Jazz have any chance against the Oklahoma City Thunder if Donovan Mitchell misses time? Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.


53 minutes
Apr 17, 2018
The Heat Steal One in Philadelphia and the Struggling Spurs Need Kawhi | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 250) /
The Heat Steal One in Philadelphia and the Struggling Spurs Need Kawhi | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 250) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor discuss the Miami Heat vindicating themselves against the Philadelphia 76ers (0:40) and Joel Embiid’s frustration at not being able to play (12:08). Then they talk about the Spurs’ chances to keep their series against the Warriors competitive (18:10) and whether the Kawhi Leonard mystery will ever be solved (21:45) before previewing tonight’s games (35:02) and debating whether LeBron James will be able to carry the Cleveland Cavaliers through the first round (47:15). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


59 minutes
Apr 16, 2018
The Playoffs Are Here: Early Upsets and Flipping the Switch (or Not) | Heat Check (Ep. 249) / The Ringer’s
The Playoffs Are Here: Early Upsets and Flipping the Switch (or Not) | Heat Check (Ep. 249) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez brings on Jason Concepcion to discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves blowing their chance at stealing a game against the Houston Rockets (2:33), the Philadelphia 76ers steamrolling the Miami Heat (10:09), and Oklahoma City Thunder flipping the switch against the Utah Jazz (19:10). - Then, Kevin O’Connor comes on to talk about the Indiana Pacers pulling off an impressive upset against the Cleveland Cavaliers (28:26), the Boston Celtics’ thrilling overtime win against the Milwaukee Bucks (34:45), and the dominant Golden State Warriors coming back into form against the San Antonio Spurs (40:34). - Finally, Justin Verrier and Danny Chau join in to review the New Orleans Pelicans edging out the Portland Trail Blazers (44:44) and the Toronto Raptors snapping their decade-long losing streak against the Washington Wizards (52:30). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


52 minutes
Apr 13, 2018
NBA Playoff 2018 Preview / ITS HERE!!! 2018 NBA Playoffs! we're so pumped! We run down the first round matchup
NBA Playoff 2018 Preview / ITS HERE!!! 2018 NBA Playoffs! we're so pumped! We run down the first round matchup and fill out our Playoff brackets, we talk Westcoast first and run down the Houston Rockets Vs Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder Vs Utah Jazz, Portland Trailblazers Vs The New Orleans Pelicans, and The Golden State Warriors Vs The San Antonio Spurs! Then we talk about so Hot Takes From Reddit. After that, time to dive into the East! with Toronto Raptors Vs The Washington Wizards, Boston Celtics Vs Milwakee Bucks, Philadelphia 76ers Vs Miami Heat, and Cleveland Cavaliers Vs Indiana Pacers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


1 hour
Apr 12, 2018
#128 - 2018 Eastern Conference Round 1 preview and predictions / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen
#128 - 2018 Eastern Conference Round 1 preview and predictions / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down Round 1 of the 2018 Eastern Conference playoff bracket and give their predictions for each series.Will the Toronto Raptors exorcise their playoff demons against the Washington Wizards? Do the Kyrie Irving-less Boston Celtics have the firepower to keep up with Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks? Should the Philadelphia 76ers be on upset alert against the Miami Heat? Can the Indiana Pacers put up a fight against LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod


45 minutes
Apr 11, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA-April 12: Almost nothing decided heading into final night / There is now one night left in the
LOCKED ON NBA-April 12: Almost nothing decided heading into final night / There is now one night left in the regular season and only five of the 16 playoff spots are decided. Tuesday night in the NBA only made Wednesday night more important, so John Karalis of Locked On Celtics and Jake Madison of Locked On Pelicans are here to walk us through all the scenarios. Also, we've got a bit of advice for Philadelphia 76'ers fans. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
Apr 9, 2018
Narrowing Down the West, the Wide-Open East, and Sixers, Sixers, Sixers | Heat Check (Ep. 244) / The Ringer’s John
Narrowing Down the West, the Wide-Open East, and Sixers, Sixers, Sixers | Heat Check (Ep. 244) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez is joined by Shea Serrano to debate how the Western Conference playoffs will shake out (1:49). Then, Kevin O’Connor and Justin Verrier come on to discuss which teams could rise above the fray in the Eastern Conference (25:52) and which players belong on the All-NBA teams (39:21). Finally, Michael Baumann and The Rights To Ricky Sanchez’s Mike Levin join to talk all things Philadelphia 76ers (48:27). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


35 minutes
Mar 30, 2018
Next Piece for the Process Sixers, Final Four Prospects, and (Don’t) Stay in School, Kids | Draft Class (Ep. 239)
Next Piece for the Process Sixers, Final Four Prospects, and (Don’t) Stay in School, Kids | Draft Class (Ep. 239) / The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor and Jonathan Tjarks debate who the Philadelphia 76ers should take with their lottery pick (3:01), examine whether any players in the Final Four could be taken in the draft (14:59), discuss which college coaches could leap to the NBA this summer (21:48), and evaluate the risks for prospects who return to college (28:23). - For more draft coverage, check out The Ringer’s 2018 NBA Draft Guide. - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


42 minutes
Mar 29, 2018
Streaking Sixers, Scrappy Celtics, Re-drafting the Top 5 Rookies, and the Evolution of KAT | Group Chat (Ep. 238) /
Streaking Sixers, Scrappy Celtics, Re-drafting the Top 5 Rookies, and the Evolution of KAT | Group Chat (Ep. 238) / The Ringer’s Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier are joined by Haley O’Shaughnessy to discuss the bright future of the Philadelphia 76ers (2:41) and the Boston Celtics’ ability to elicit valuable production from unproven players (14:51). Then, they re-rank this season’s rookie class (26:02) and examine Karl-Anthony Towns’s complicated stardom (34:42). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


34 minutes
Mar 28, 2018
IT Out, Fultz Back, Lorde’s Thunder Fandom, and Concern-Trolling Playoff Teams | Sources Say (Ep. 237) / The Ringer’s Juliet
IT Out, Fultz Back, Lorde’s Thunder Fandom, and Concern-Trolling Playoff Teams | Sources Say (Ep. 237) / The Ringer’s Juliet Litman and Chris Ryan discuss Lakers guard Isaiah Thomas undergoing hip surgery (1:24), Markelle Fultz returning to the rising Philadelphia 76ers (7:02), and Ben Simmons’s recent exploits (9:59). Then, they discuss singer Lorde’s Oklahoma City Thunder fandom (15:55) and some struggling playoff teams (27:40). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Mar 28, 2018
Young Prospect Season Review, Atlantic Division / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We take stock of
Young Prospect Season Review, Atlantic Division / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We take stock of the seasons for the young prospects of the chock-full Atlantic Division, looking at (in order), Boston, Philadelphia, Brooklyn, Toronto, and New York. - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux). And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.


35 minutes
Mar 27, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - Markelle Fultz Returns, Most Important Injured Stars / Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) talk
LOCKED ON NBA - Markelle Fultz Returns, Most Important Injured Stars / Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) talk about how the return of Markelle Fultz will help the Philadelphia 76ers in the short term and long term, recap Monday night's games and discuss which of the injured stars will make the biggest difference for their teams in the playoffs before looking ahead to Tuesday night's slate of games. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


58 minutes
Mar 26, 2018
Weakened Warriors, LeBron Flips the Switch, and the Sixers Soar | Heat Check (Ep. 235) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez
Weakened Warriors, LeBron Flips the Switch, and the Sixers Soar | Heat Check (Ep. 235) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez is joined by Kevin O’Connor to weigh playoff concerns for the Golden State Warriors with a sidelined Stephen Curry (2:35). Then, Joe House calls in to discuss how LeBron James’s recent hot streak bolsters the Cavaliers’ title chances (21:25). Finally, Jason Concepcion comes on to apologize for underestimating the now-potent Philadelphia 76ers (38:06) and explain how the Knicks fail at tanking (47:30). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
Mar 14, 2018
The Kawhinaction, News, IND/PHI, DEN/LAL / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We catch up on news,
The Kawhinaction, News, IND/PHI, DEN/LAL / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We catch up on news, including the latest potential setback for Kawhi Leonard. That's followed by gamers on Indiana/Philadelphia and Denver/LA Lakers, plus a quick update on the bottom of the West playoff race. - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux). And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.


50 minutes
Mar 12, 2018
Pelicans On Fire & Early DPOY Predictions / Kevin and Justin survived the Gate River 15K Run, and now they
Pelicans On Fire & Early DPOY Predictions / Kevin and Justin survived the Gate River 15K Run, and now they are here to bring you NBA talk! This week they talk about the New Orleans Pelicans and their Amazing play since Demarcus Cousins went down. Should Anthony Davis be considered for MVP? Who else is playing a big part in their recent play, Jure Holiday, Nikola Meritich? Will/Should they Bring Boogie back next year, or focus more on 3pt shooters? The guys then switch to "Ballin & Fallin," and after that, they talk DPOY would you give it to Joel Embiid, Rudy Gobert, Andre Drummond, or someone else? - We promise we're trying to hide our 76ers bias on this one! Lastly, Hot Takes on Reddit... all this in today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


1½ hours
Mar 9, 2018
142 - Derrick Rose's Fit on Timberwolves, Report Cards for Eastern Conference / Derrick Rose is now a member of
142 - Derrick Rose's Fit on Timberwolves, Report Cards for Eastern Conference / Derrick Rose is now a member of the Timberwolves, because, well, Tom Thibodeau likes collecting former Bulls. (Shoutout, Aaron Brooks.) Dan and Andy break down D-Rose's fit in Minnesota—spoiler: It's not great—and discuss what his arrival might mean for his career and Tyus Jones' own role. - After that, it's time to roll out the quarterly Eastern Conference report cards! Andy and Dan deliver their grades for all 15 teams while also trying to make sense of a jumbled middle class that includes the 76ers, Bucks, Heat, Pacers, Wizards and, for now, the Cavaliers. - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


53 minutes
Mar 8, 2018
The Russ-vs.-Harden Debate, and Anthony Davis's Unbelievable Season | Group Chat (Ep. 224) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Justin
The Russ-vs.-Harden Debate, and Anthony Davis's Unbelievable Season | Group Chat (Ep. 224) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier are joined by Haley O'Shaughnessy to check in on the revitalized Cavs (3:20), DeMar DeRozan's MVP candidacy (10:45), and mid-tier playoff contenders, including the Pelicans and 76ers (20:15). Then Jason Concepcion stops by to talk Russ vs. Harden (37:55). - - Links: - - Kevin O'Connor on The End of The Spurs Dynasty - Jason Concepcion on Russ vs. Harden - - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
Mar 5, 2018
Don’t Worry About the Cavs, LeBron-to-Philly, and Lonzo’s Lakers | Heat Check (Ep. 222) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez is
Don’t Worry About the Cavs, LeBron-to-Philly, and Lonzo’s Lakers | Heat Check (Ep. 222) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez is joined by Joe House to discuss J.R. Smith's Soupgate (3:17), the Cleveland Cavaliers’ concerns (9:12), and the Rockets’ chances to usurp the Warriors (15:17). Then, Chris Ryan comes on to discuss the legacy of former Sixers GM Sam Hinkie (27:05), the hypothetical of LeBron going to Philadelphia (35:02), and the future for Hinkie (42:28). Finally, Kevin O’Connor and Paolo Uggetti join to reevaluate draft-day debates (48:22) and Lonzo Ball’s recent improvements (63:16). - - Articles mentioned on the show: - Paolo Uggetti on the Rockets’ regular-season dominance - John Gonzalez on Sam Hinkie’s future - Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier on how LeBron James would fit on the 76ers - Kevin O’Connor on past draft-day debates - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


58 minutes
Mar 2, 2018
#118 - Are the Sixers real threats to sign LeBron James? / Are the Philadelphia 76ers a legitimate landing spot
#118 - Are the Sixers real threats to sign LeBron James? / Are the Philadelphia 76ers a legitimate landing spot for LeBron James? How can they carve out the requisite cap space for him? Is any team going to back up the Brink's truck for Isaiah Thomas? Will Shabazz Muhammad make much of a difference on the Milwaukee Bucks? Can the Blazers hold off the Minnesota Timberwolves for the No. 3 seed in the West?Check out the episode to hear Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod


38 minutes
Mar 1, 2018
Teenage Prospects to Australia? News, PHI/CLE / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - Could Australia
Teenage Prospects to Australia? News, PHI/CLE / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - Could Australia be the place for American prospects instead of college? - - Then we catch up on the rest of the news around the league, and do a detailed breakdown of Cleveland/Philadelphia as the Sixers take care of business in Cleveland. - - - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux). And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.


32 minutes
Feb 28, 2018
LeBron-to-Philly Rumors, Plus Locker Room Check-Ins | Sources Say (Ep. 219) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Juliet Litman sit
LeBron-to-Philly Rumors, Plus Locker Room Check-Ins | Sources Say (Ep. 219) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Juliet Litman sit down to talk about teams tanking (2:55) and rumors about LeBron leaning toward joining the 76ers and what that would mean for Philadelphia (9:15). Then they do locker room check-ins for the Lakers, Cavs, Clippers, and more (14:55). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Feb 28, 2018
139 - MAILBAG: Anthony Davis as NBA's MVP? Dwane Casey for CoY? LeBron to Spurs? / MAIL TIME! But first,
139 - MAILBAG: Anthony Davis as NBA's MVP? Dwane Casey for CoY? LeBron to Spurs? / MAIL TIME! But first, some breaking-news items. - Will Dwyane Wade retire after this season? Is Gregg Popovich subtly recruiting LeBron James on behalf of the Spurs? How much does Ersan Ilyasova help the 76ers? Andy and Dan douse the NBA's latest talking points with some scorching-hot takez of their own. - After that, it's all about you, our awesome listeners. The Hardwood Knocks dudes work through their way through an extensive mailbag that tackles Donovan Mitchell's ceiling, Anthony Davis' MVP case, Dwane Casey's Coach of the Year case, the Pistons' recent nosedive, Trey Burke's reinvention with the Knicks, Ben Simmons' hold on the Rookie of the Year debate and so much more! - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Feb 27, 2018
#117 - Are the Raptors and Rockets legitimate NBA Finals threats? / Should the San Antonio Spurs consider holding Kawhi
#117 - Are the Raptors and Rockets legitimate NBA Finals threats? / Should the San Antonio Spurs consider holding Kawhi Leonard out even if he declares himself ready to return? Are the Minnesota Timberwolves the third-best team in the West with a healthy Jimmy Butler? How much will Marco Belinelli and Ersan Ilyasova help the Philadelphia 76ers? Are the Toronto Raptors the favorites in the East? Could the Houston Rockets upset the Golden State Warriors?Check out the episode to hear Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod


55 minutes
Feb 23, 2018
138 - Kawhi Leonard's Future w/ Spurs, NBA Playoff Primer for Eastern Conference / The NBA All-Star break provided no
138 - Kawhi Leonard's Future w/ Spurs, NBA Playoff Primer for Eastern Conference / The NBA All-Star break provided no respite from the league's 24/7/365 news cycle. - Kawhi Leonard might be done for the season in San Antonio. The Hornets are undergoing front-office changes that could result in them trading Kemba Walker over the summer. Jimmy Butler is tired. Joel Embiid is recruiting Giannis Antetokounmpo to play for the Sixers. - So, yeah: Basketball is back, Jack! And there's a lot to talk about. Andy and Dan blitz through it all, while going deep on the Eastern Conference's playoff picture, seed by seed. - Will the Raptors hold onto first place? Do the Cavaliers have time to leap-frog the Celtics? Which team is more likely to secure home-court advantage through the first round: Washington, Milwaukee or Philadelphia? And which squad will be left out in the lottery cold: Detroit or Miami? - Be sure to check out our in-depth Western Conference predictions as well, which can be found here. - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
Feb 12, 2018
Rejuvenated Cavs, New Laker Isaiah Thomas, and a Markelle Fultz Update | Heat Check (Ep. 209) / The Ringer’s John
Rejuvenated Cavs, New Laker Isaiah Thomas, and a Markelle Fultz Update | Heat Check (Ep. 209) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez brings on Juliet Litman to discuss the revamped Cleveland Cavaliers on display against the Boston Celtics on Paul Pierce day (4:30), Jason Concepcion to explain the bizarre phenomenon of Isaiah Thomas on the Los Angeles Lakers (22:09), and Chris Ryan to scrutinize the Philadelphia 76ers’ mishandling of once-prized rookie Markelle Fultz (40:30). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Feb 9, 2018
135 - Trade-Deadline Wrap-up, Cavs Future, Knicks without Kristaps, Lakers Notes / Phew, well, that was something. - Despite plenty
135 - Trade-Deadline Wrap-up, Cavs Future, Knicks without Kristaps, Lakers Notes / Phew, well, that was something. - Despite plenty of people predicting a stagnant NBA trade deadline, this year's transaction party lived up to its usual chaotic billing. The Cavaliers completely re-made their roster on the fly—without giving up their Nets pick. The Lakers now have a clear path to two max-contract slots in free agency. The Knicks may have, possibly, for once, made a good trade. The Pistons beefed up their wing rotation. - Even the teams that didn't do anything substantive left a spate of questions in their wake: Did the Clippers make a mistake not trading DeAndre Jordan or Avery Bradley? Should the Thunder have acquired an Andre Roberson replacement? Were the Grizzlies foolish to keep Tyreke Evans? Did the Celtics miss an opportunity by not making a single deal? How about the 76ers? And should the Hornets have traded Kemba Walker rather than acting as buyers? - Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) joins Hardwood Knocks to break down every single solitary storyline and wrinkle in the aftermath of another NBA trade deadline. From Jae Crowder's fit with the Jazz, to the Timberwolves inevitably signing Derrick Rose, to the Kings mucking up yet another series of transactions, we've got it all. We even squeeze in some talk about the Knicks' future in light of Kristaps Porzingis' season-ending injury. - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Feb 6, 2018
134 - Eastern Conference Trade Deadline Primer: BOS/TOR/CLE/MIA/WAS/MIL/PHI/IND / Let's go, Round 2! - After previewing the trade deadline for
134 - Eastern Conference Trade Deadline Primer: BOS/TOR/CLE/MIA/WAS/MIL/PHI/IND / Let's go, Round 2! - After previewing the trade deadline for each of the Eastern Conference's projected lottery teams, Hardwood Knocks is back to talk shop about the playoff-bound squads: Celtics, Raptors, Cavaliers, Heat, Wizards, Bucks, Pacers and 76ers. Dan is once again joined by NBA Math's own Adam Spinella (@Spinella14) to cover everything from players most likely to be moved; the toughest contracts to deal; the biggest needs for each team; potential trades; and anything you can think of in-between. - Be sure to check out Part I of this breakdown, which zeroes in on all of the same for the East's seven lottery teams. Don't forget about our all-in-one Western Conference trade-deadline primer either, which can be found here. - Ready? Set? Let's go (make some mother effing trades)! - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


33 minutes
Jan 29, 2018
Boogie Goes Down, Fixing the All-Star Draft, and Boston vs. Philadelphia | Heat Check (Ep. 199) / The Ringer’s John
Boogie Goes Down, Fixing the All-Star Draft, and Boston vs. Philadelphia | Heat Check (Ep. 199) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez and Kevin O’Connor discuss the impacts of DeMarcus Cousins’s Achilles injury (1:48), the Memphis Grizzlies’ future after Mike Conley’s season-ending surgery (8:12), potential improvements to All-Star Weekend (13:30), and possible trade-deadline moves (18:22). Then, they debate Boston vs. Philadelphia (25:30) and preview this week’s most exciting games (31:28). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


50 minutes
Jan 23, 2018
ESPN's Front Office Insider Bobby Marks / Joining Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports this week is the ESPN front office
ESPN's Front Office Insider Bobby Marks / Joining Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports this week is the ESPN front office Insider, Bobby Marks. Chris talks with Bobby about the Cavs and trade issues, the Kemba Walker news and the latest with 76ers rookie, Fultz. It's all here and more on The Vertical Podcast with Chris Mannix. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com


1½ hours
Jan 21, 2018
Trade Deadline Look-Ahead: Atlantic and Northwest Divisions / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A
Trade Deadline Look-Ahead: Atlantic and Northwest Divisions / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A hardcore breakdown of 10 teams going into the trade deadline. The Atlantic Division, Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Toronto, and Brooklyn, and then the Northwest, in order, Portland, Oklahoma City, Denver, Utah and Minnesota. - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux). And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.


2 hours
Jan 12, 2018
127 - NBA Report Cards for Eastern Conference & Cavaliers-Grizzlies Trade Idea / Hello again, Hardwood Knocksers! - Andy and
127 - NBA Report Cards for Eastern Conference & Cavaliers-Grizzlies Trade Idea / Hello again, Hardwood Knocksers! - Andy and Dan are rolling on with their midyear NBA report cards. The Western Conference has already been hammered out, and you can check that out here. That means it's time for the Eastern Conference, in all its glory—or lack thereof. - Have the Cleveland Cavaliers finally met their maker in the Boston Celtics or Toronto Raptors? Will the Milwaukee Bucks and Washington Wizards stop underachieving? Were we too high on the Philadelphia 76ers? Is the Miami Heat's latest midseason surge for real? We go through all this, and more! - But wait: We have even more still. - In addition to doling out report card grades, we'll rap about the long-term futures and trade-deadline priorities of the Heat, Charlotte Hornets, New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers. So let's hop to it! - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


34 minutes
Jan 11, 2018
'Group Chat': Sixers-Celtics, What Ifs, and the Future of the Warriors (Ep. 190) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Justin
'Group Chat': Sixers-Celtics, What Ifs, and the Future of the Warriors (Ep. 190) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier are joined by Haley O’Shaughnessy and Jason Concepcion to react to the London 76ers-Celtics game (2:18), then they ask some "What if..." questions about the NBA in general (18:35), before speculating on the future of the Golden State Warriors (28:50). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
Jan 1, 2018
Drive and Dish NBA: New Year Who Dis, East coast NBA Resolutions. / Kevin and Justin Welcome in the 2018
Drive and Dish NBA: New Year Who Dis, East coast NBA Resolutions. / Kevin and Justin Welcome in the 2018 year looking to the East Coast Teams and what they should be looking to change into the new year. teams they dive into: Boston Celtics, Toronto Raptors, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Washington Wizards, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, Miami Heat, Charlotte Hornets, Indiana Pacers, Orlando Magic, Atlanta Hawks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


1 hour
Dec 26, 2017
The Christmas Games 2017 / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look at the
The Christmas Games 2017 / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look at the 5 Christmas day games, in order: Cleveland/Golden State, Houston/Oklahoma City, Washington/Boston, Philadelphia/New York, and Minnesota at LA. - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux). And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.


1½ hours
Dec 22, 2017
123 - LeBron to Rockets?, NBA Christmas Day Primer, R.I.P. Hornets/Grizz Mailbag / Howdy, Hardwood Knocksers! Get ready to cover some
123 - LeBron to Rockets?, NBA Christmas Day Primer, R.I.P. Hornets/Grizz Mailbag / Howdy, Hardwood Knocksers! Get ready to cover some serious ground in advance of the NBA's robust Christmas Day slate. - Who will win the battle of the unicorns, between Kristaps Porzingis and Joel Embiid/Ben Simmons, when the New York Knicks meet the Philadelphia 76ers on Christmas Day? Neither Stephen Curry nor Isaiah Thomas will be ready to rock for Monday's NBA Finals rematch, but can the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers still view this game as a barometer? - The Oklahoma City Thunder are getting frisky. They have the league's best defense, Paul George is shooting a little better, and their offense doesn't stink all the time. Can they stand up to the NBA-best Houston Rockets on Christmas? - Do you know what the Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns have in common? They both have a better defensive rating than the Boston Celtics over the past 10 games. Can the boys in green steady their rickety, rockety ship while squaring off against the Wizards? - Watching the Los Angeles Lakers is fun. Watching the Minnesota Timberwolves is not—unless, of course, Jimmy Butler is going to work in crunch time. Who wins their late-night Christmas Day showdown? - Andy and Dan wrap things up with a mailbag the covers Brett Brown's future in Philly, Hassan Whiteside's injury, Dennis Schroder's trade value, the hoplessness of the Charlotte Hornets' situation and so much more. - But first thing's first: The Rockets plan to make a play for LeBron James this summer, according to ESPN.com's Zach Lowe. Is this for real or just a bunch of gobbledygook? - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
Dec 21, 2017
'Group Chat': The 12 Questions of Christmas With Bill Simmons (Ep. 182) / The Ringer's Justin Verrier is joined by
'Group Chat': The 12 Questions of Christmas With Bill Simmons (Ep. 182) / The Ringer's Justin Verrier is joined by Danny Chau, Paolo Uggetti, and HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons to discuss the Christmas Day slate and beyond through 12 questions, including: "Who are the 76ers?" (1:50), "Should the Cavaliers trade the Brooklyn pick?" (14:50), and others. - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


43 minutes
Dec 11, 2017
Drive and Dish NBA: Streaking Teams & #JahIsFree / Kevin and Justin talk about some streaking teams in the NBA,
Drive and Dish NBA: Streaking Teams & #JahIsFree / Kevin and Justin talk about some streaking teams in the NBA, more specifically the Cavs and The Rockets... they ask who's streak is more impressive, How important is CP3 to the rockets, what has finally clicked for the cavs, why is no one talking about how good Kevin Love has been playing? They also talk about the 76ers trade sending Jahlil Okafor to the Nets for Trevor Booker, and talk about the media making it seem like the nets won the trade. lastly, the jump into some hot takes from Reddit! hear it all now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


1½ hours
Dec 10, 2017
#99 - Winners and losers of the Jahlil Okafor trade / Can Jahlil Okafor salvage his career with the Brooklyn
#99 - Winners and losers of the Jahlil Okafor trade / Can Jahlil Okafor salvage his career with the Brooklyn Nets? How will he fit in with head coach Kenny Atkinson's system? Did the Philadelphia 76ers wait too long to trade Okafor? Was Trevor Booker enough to get in return?Does Stephen Curry's ankle injury open the door for the Houston Rockets to run away with the No. 1 seed? Who should the Golden State Warriors fear more: Houston or the San Antonio Spurs? Check out the episode to hear Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod


1½ hours
Dec 8, 2017
119 - NBA Report Cards for Eastern Conference and Jahlil Okafor/Nets/76ers Trade / Now that the 2017-18 NBA season has
119 - NBA Report Cards for Eastern Conference and Jahlil Okafor/Nets/76ers Trade / Now that the 2017-18 NBA season has eked pasts its quarter-pole mark, rumor has it we're free to hand out report grades for every team. Hardwood Knocks already tackled the Western Conference, which you can, and should, and must, listen to here. Now it's on to the Eastern Conference—but not before we react to the Philadelphia 76ers trading Jahlil Okafor and Nik Stauskas to the Brooklyn Nets for Trevor Booker. - All 15 squads are covered—in random order—so you needn't worry about us leaving anyone out. Among the most pressing questions: Do the Boston Celtics deserve perfect marks? Who among the Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat and Washington Wizards gets a failing grade? Is the Cleveland Cavaliers' recent tear a harbinger of things to come or merely a protracted blip on the radar? - Should the New York Knicks get a favorable grade for hovering around .500? How about the Indiana Pacers? Are the Milwaukee Bucks the biggest underachievers in the conference? Have the Orlando Magic screwed themselves during their latest nosedive? Do the Toronto Raptors warrant—gasp—a Celtics-esque grade? Are there silver linings to plumb for the tanking Atlanta Hawks and Chicago Bulls? - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Dec 7, 2017
NBA Front Office Ep. 24: Nets-76ers Trade, Mike James, Injury's and more / On this episode of the Front Office
NBA Front Office Ep. 24: Nets-76ers Trade, Mike James, Injury's and more / On this episode of the Front Office show, we have some actual transactions to talk about. Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) is joined, as always, by co-hosts Pete Toal (@PeteToalNBA) and Kaan Erel (@KaaNBA_MTD) to talk about the Trevor Booker for Jahlil Okafor and Nik Stauskas (plus a 2019 New York 2nd) trade, Mike James becoming the first 2-way player converted to an NBA contract, players being waived, new 2 ways being signed, and the new G-League team in Mexico City. Follow the show @FrontOfficeShow and if you like what you hear please leave us a 5 star review. Email us with any questions or concerns at [email protected]. Thank you for joining us on The NBA Front Office Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Dec 6, 2017
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 44 – Team Updates for 76ers Cavaliers Wizards Celtics / Full Court Press
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 44 – Team Updates for 76ers Cavaliers Wizards Celtics / Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 44 – Team Updates for 76ers Cavaliers Wizards CelticsWe continue our in-season analysis. This week we tried to assess whether the 76ers are a viable 50-win team. They had played an interesting schedule and come out largely successful. They are an incredibly productive team but one that still makes a lot of mistakes. What are those mistakes? Are they correctable this season? Might they look to add another veteran player or two to make themselves a more serious playoff team? Whether they do or don’t we think nobody is going to want to encounter them in any round of the playoffs. Why? The Cavaliers are on a double-digit game winning streak. Is everything fine in Cleveland now? The answer is NO, why? The Wizards are trying to maintain contact with the top 4-5 teams in the Eastern Conference while they await the return of John Wall. How are they doing? The criticized roster depth has not been an issue of recent and has actually been award worthy. Is that issue fixed? The answer is NO. Why? And the Celtics are so boringly good now, already? And without Gordon Heyward? They put in the work and get the results. But is this the roster they want to have when April arrives? The answer in NO. Why?All of this and more.Follow us on Twitter: @willis_glen / @LawtonWillis / @presspodcastFollow us on FaceBook: @fullcourtpressnbaLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


1½ hours
Dec 1, 2017
117 - MAILBAG: Knicks/Cavs/Clips/Wizards Trades, NBA's MIP, Paul George's Future / Y'all: Here's the mail. It never fails. It makes us wanna wag our
117 - MAILBAG: Knicks/Cavs/Clips/Wizards Trades, NBA's MIP, Paul George's Future / Y'all: Here's the mail. It never fails. It makes us wanna wag our tails. When it comes, we wanna wail MAAAAAIIIIIL! - In this week's Hardwood Knocks mailbag, our deep dive into listener questions leads to hypothetical trades for the New York Knicks, Los Angeles Clippers, Washington Wizards, Memphis Grizzlies, Portland Trail Blazers, Charlotte Hornets, Cleveland Cavaliers, Philadelphia 76ers, Oklahoma City Thunder and Atlanta Hawks. (Spoiler: Marc Gasol, DeAndre Jordan, Enes Kanter, Paul George, Carmelo Anthony, Marcin Gortat, Tyreke Evans and Tristan Thompson are all part of these imaginary swaps.) - Oh, but that's not all. - Andy and Dan talk about Avery Bradley's defensive reputation, and his on-off splits with the Detroit Pistons. And then they do the same for Marcus Smart of the Boston Celtics. They also break down the race for the NBA's Most Improved Player Award as well. Is it Kristaps Porzingis? Aaron Gordon? Victor Oladipo? Could it be—protracted gasp—Andre Drummond? - And by the way, if you find yourself wondering what's up with the Philadelphia 76ers, we spend ample time talking about them, too. - Is Ben Simmons on course to be one of the all-time greats? Is he already better than Joel Embiid? How do the Sixers fare when Embiid, Simmons and Robert Covington all play together? Will they ever trade Jahlil Okafor? And where should he go? Chicago? Atlanta? And, finally, will Markelle Fultz play at all this season? - All this, and so much more, is crammed into 73 legendary minutes of hoops talk. - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


30 minutes
Nov 20, 2017
‘Heat Check’ — Basketball Doesn’t Stop (Ep. 165) / The Ringer’s Juliet Litman and John Gonzalez review the Celtics’ continuing
‘Heat Check’ — Basketball Doesn’t Stop (Ep. 165) / The Ringer’s Juliet Litman and John Gonzalez review the Celtics’ continuing win streak (0:49), marvel at the Warriors’ effortless dominance (3:31), and tout the young 76ers’ impressive recent performance (9:45). Then, they play "Real or Not Real?" with the sinking Los Angeles Clippers (16:33), check in on James Harden and Lonzo Ball (22:50), and preview the holiday weekend’s slate of games (27:52). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1 hour
Nov 18, 2017
114 - Nuggets, Celtics, Mavs, Spencer Dinwiddie, LeBron-to-76ers Mailbag Soiree / To borrow a phrase from the legendary Blue's Clues:
114 - Nuggets, Celtics, Mavs, Spencer Dinwiddie, LeBron-to-76ers Mailbag Soiree / To borrow a phrase from the legendary Blue's Clues: MAIL TIME. - In this week's Hardwood Knocks mailbag, you, our loyal listeners, give us plenty of material with which to work. Your questions were fantastic, and they allowed us to tackle each of the following, among many other queries: - Will the Philadelphia 76ers' sign a big-time free agent this summer now that Robert Covington and Joel Embiid have their extensions? Should they be in LeBron James-or-bust mode? Who else could they chase? - Where does Dennis Smith Jr. rank among the NBA's best teenagers ever? And, perhaps more importantly, where do the rebuilding Dallas Mavericks go from here? - What's up with the NBA-best Boston Celtics? Is their first-place defense sustainable? Is Kyrie Irving actually a good defender now? Is Brad Stevens an alien? Can they end the Cleveland Cavaliers' Eastern Conference reign? And if not them, then which teams can? - Should Charlotte Hornets head coach Steve Clifford be on the hot seat? Would the team consider tearing it down to the studs if things get really bad, perhaps even testing the trade market for 2019 free-agent Kemba Walker? - Which squad's top-five defense is more sustainable: Portland Trail Blazers or Los Angeles Lakers? How many threes are the Houston Rockets shooting? Is Spencer Dinwiddie the greatest player of all time, or is he just better than D'Angelo Russell? - Y'all: Here's the mail. It never fails. It makes us wanna wag our tails. When it comes, we wanna wail MAAAAAIIIIIL! - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Nov 17, 2017
#95 - Are the Celtics now the Eastern Conference favorites? / How surprising is the value of Robert Covington's extension?
#95 - Are the Celtics now the Eastern Conference favorites? / How surprising is the value of Robert Covington's extension? Who should the Philadelphia 76ers target in free agency next summer or in 2019? Are the Boston Celtics now the team to beat in the Eastern Conference? Are the Utah Jazz already in danger of falling out of the playoff race? Why do the Dallas Mavericks hate Nerlens Noel so much? Check out the episode to hear Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss all of that and more. Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod


51 minutes
Nov 16, 2017
'Group Chat' — The Joel Embiid Experience (Ep. 163) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier are joined by
'Group Chat' — The Joel Embiid Experience (Ep. 163) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier are joined by Haley O’Shaughnessy to examine Joel Embiid's career-high display in the 76ers-Lakers game, Ben Simmons, and the state of Lonzo Ball (0:57). Then they give out some first month awards (14:30). Next, the guys are joined by Kevin Clark, who tries to explain the enigma that is the Orlando Magic (36:50). Finally, Haley rejoins the group to look ahead to an exciting Warriors-Celtics matchup (45:40). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Nov 11, 2017
112 - The 76ers, Knicks, Cavs, Kevin Love, Grizzlies, Magic & Jazz Mailbag Party / History is about to be
112 - The 76ers, Knicks, Cavs, Kevin Love, Grizzlies, Magic & Jazz Mailbag Party / History is about to be made. - No, the Golden State Warriors aren't going to win 74 games. But you're knocking on the door of the next best thing: Hardwood Knocks' first-ever mailbag! - To start things off, we take you around the NBA with some quick-hitting news items: Robert Covington is about to be very rich, the New York Knicks may have passed on George Hill to sign Tim Hardaway Jr., and Chicago will play host to its first All-Star Game since 1988, when a certain GOAT was named MVP, in 2020. - From there, we get to your questions. That's right you, our loyal listeners, are now shaping the discussion. - Will the Cleveland Cavaliers even win 50 games? Should they be considering Kevin Love trades? Which projected playoff teams are in danger of falling outside the bubble? Is Andre Drummond really the best free-throw shooter in NBA history? Is this Memphis Grizzlies bench for real? - Who deserves to be the frontrunner for Most Improved Player more: Aaron Gordon or Kristaps Porzingis? Should the Utah Jazz be looking to make a trade? We answer all this while rapping about so much more. - Forgot to submit a question? Fear not. Another mailbag awaits next week. - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


52 minutes
Nov 6, 2017
Drive and Dish NBA : Who's Hot and Who's not! (Clippers, Boston, Cavs) / Tim, Kevin and Justin Talk Pretend
Drive and Dish NBA : Who's Hot and Who's not! (Clippers, Boston, Cavs) / Tim, Kevin and Justin Talk Pretend to be a Hot or Not App, and rate NBA teams on how successful they have been this season, they also ask if the success is sustainable. The first teams are the Boston Celtics, and the Clippers... they then get into the Cleveland Cavaliers. Top end the episode they talk about two players that are not playing right now Jahlil Okafor and the situation with the 76ers, and Eric Bledsoe and the trade possibilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


43 minutes
Nov 2, 2017
LOCKED ON NBA - NBA Scout on pace of play and breaking down what he has seen so far /
LOCKED ON NBA - NBA Scout on pace of play and breaking down what he has seen so far / David Locke talks with an NBA Scout who comes on Locked on NBA anonymously. Hired by an NBA team to see the league and share his thoughts with the front office, this scout comes on Locked on NBA and shares his thoughts with you on the condition of anonymity. - Locke and the Scout touch on pace of play, the most improved players he has seen and the top rookies this year. - Then the Scout gives his breakdown on the teams he has seen so far this year, Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets, Toronto Raptors, Orlando Magic, Houston Rockets, New Orleans Pelicans and Philadelphia 76ers - The show is brought to you by Seat Geek, use the Promo Code Locked for $20 off your first purchase and by Draft use the promo code LOJAZZ to get a bonus with your first deposit as you begin to play Draft with your buddies - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Nov 1, 2017
FCP 039:Eastern Conference Updates: Hornets, Magic, Pacers, Nets, Cavaliers, Raptors, Wizards, 76ers / We begin our in-season analysis. The Hornets
FCP 039:Eastern Conference Updates: Hornets, Magic, Pacers, Nets, Cavaliers, Raptors, Wizards, 76ers / We begin our in-season analysis. The Hornets only home loss has been to the Houston Rockets, are they on track? Is there any chance the Magic are as good as their 4-2 start suggest? The Pacers now have some impressive wins to feel good about? How good are they? The Nets have already surprised. Are they fundamentally a different team than they were last season? The Cavaliers are definitely not track. How back are things in Cleveland? The Raptors are the Raptors, or are they? The Wizards are attacking their early season schedule, literally. Should Wizards fans be encouraged? The Sixers are one missed foul call away from being 3-3. What do we see in their early season performance? All of this and more. Follow us on Twitter: @willis_glen / @LawtonWillis / @presspodcast Follow us on FaceBook: @fullcourtpressnba Read more at http://fullcourtpress.libsyn.com/podcast#uYuxgLWgV5eB6DK8.99Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


2½ hours
Oct 16, 2017
BOS Season Outlook w/ Jared Weiss; PHI w/ Derek Bodner / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. -
BOS Season Outlook w/ Jared Weiss; PHI w/ Derek Bodner / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - Jared Weiss of CelticsWire joins for the Boston Celtics Season Outlook. We hit on how newcomers Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward will power the Celtics' offense, how their young wings Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum project, and how Brad Stevens can weave all these new faces into his system. We also hit on potential breakout and regression candidates, playing time and lineup issues, key questions for success this year, and give our predictions for the Thunder season. Then Derek Bodner joins to give the same treatment to the Philadelphia 76ers, including how young building blocks Markelle Fultz, Ben Simmons, and Joel Embiid have looked in preseason and whether the preseason over/under of 42.5 wins is realistic. - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA). And if you like this pod and want additional bonus content, please subscribe to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com, sponsors list also available at NateDuncanNBA.com.


1 hour
Oct 10, 2017
#86 - Debating Joel Embiid, Gary Harris extensions / Did the Philadelphia 76ers make a mistake by maxing out Joel
#86 - Debating Joel Embiid, Gary Harris extensions / Did the Philadelphia 76ers make a mistake by maxing out Joel Embiid now instead of next summer? Is Gary Harris' four-year, $74 million extension too little, too much or just right? What about the deals Norman Powell, TJ Warren and Josh Richardson signed in recent weeks? Should Jabari Parker, Aaron Gordon, Dante Exum, Julius Randle or Elfrid Payton receive extensions by the Oct. 16 deadline?Check out the episode to hear Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod


1½ hours
Oct 9, 2017
LOCKED ON NBA - #112 - East Preview #2 - Knicks, Heat, 76ers, Wizards, Raptors, Bucks, Pacers, Magic / The
LOCKED ON NBA - #112 - East Preview #2 - Knicks, Heat, 76ers, Wizards, Raptors, Bucks, Pacers, Magic / The Locked on Podcast Network hosts stop by and give the local expert breakdown on their team in this Eastern Conference Preview of the #Knicks, #Heat, #76ers, #Raptors, #Wizards, #Bucks, #Magic, #Pacers - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Sep 28, 2017
91 - Embiid and Simmons and Fultz, LEGGO: 2017-18 Philadelphia 76ers Preview / So much is going on with the
91 - Embiid and Simmons and Fultz, LEGGO: 2017-18 Philadelphia 76ers Preview / So much is going on with the Philadelphia 76ers, we jump-start their 2017-18 season preview in the only way that makes a semblance of sense: by posing roughly six bajillion-zillion-quadtrillion questions. - First and foremost: Are they a playoff team after signing J.J. Redick to a one-year deal—Amir Johnson, too—and adding Markelle Fultz to a healthy Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid? Hell, is Embiid even healthy? How many games should we expect to see him play in this year? - And to this point, what do the Sixers do with his extension situation? Should they pursue a deal now, when so much about his health is still up in the air? Do they just let negotiations ride out into restricted free agency next summer? - Will a renegotiate-and-extend get done with Robert Covington, as everyone initially assumed, or do the Sixers prefer leveraging his micro cap hold next summer into oodles of spending power? And speaking of RoCo, is Dario Saric really a threat to start at the 3 over him? (Spoiler: He's not.) - Assuming everyone's healthy, how are the Sixers going to play? Like, what happens on offense? Does Fultz have the off-ball touch and slashing chops to let Simmons take the reins? Can the point power forward survive off the rock enough to give Embiid and Fultz their share of touches? - Is Jahlil Okafor really still on this team? - Can we get a round of applause for baby unicorn Richaun Holmes? - Does Brett Brown really think T.J. McConnell is the greatest NBA player of all time? - Bleacher Report's Alec Nathan (@AlecBNathan) stops by to rap about all this, and more. - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


1½ hours
Sep 21, 2017
FCP 033 - Sixers Lakers Offseason Updates and guest segment with Nat Kitaw / The Philadelphia 76ers and Los Angeles Lakers
FCP 033 - Sixers Lakers Offseason Updates and guest segment with Nat Kitaw / The Philadelphia 76ers and Los Angeles Lakers are two of the most exciting young teams entering this season. The Sixers are clearly ahead in their process (the word has been ruined) as they’ve been accumulating talent at the top if the draft for a number of years now. The Laker just drafted the player the want to build around but have other interesting young players such as Brandon Ingram and Julius Randle. This episode specifically focuses on what the expectations should be from these teams and their players. The number of wins they can realize this season is far less important than other development objectives. We dive into all of this and more. Also Nat Kitaw joins us to share thought on a recent article he wrote about Kyrie Irving and if he sees the result of his analysis any differently now that Kyrie Irving is with Brad Stephens and the Boston Celtics. Follow us on Twitter: @willis_glen / @LawtonWillis / @presspodcast Follow Nat on Twitter: @Natsbballstats Follow us on FaceBook: @fullcourtpressnba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


2½ hours
Sep 20, 2017
East over-unders with Arturo Galletti / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux) and Arturo Galletti (@AmericanNumbers) continue their annual tradition of breaking down the
East over-unders with Arturo Galletti / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux) and Arturo Galletti (@AmericanNumbers) continue their annual tradition of breaking down the over/under lines for the Eastern Conference. They go through over/unders and other relevant odds for the Bulls (2:38), Hawks (8:04), Nets (12:18), Knicks (16:42), Pacers (23:09), Magic (30:03), Pistons (37:10), 76ers (44:03), Hornets (57:50), Heat (1:03:04), Bucks (1:08:44), Wizards (1:22:04), Raptors (1:28:30), Cavs (1:35:52) and Celtics (1:52:18). Sponsored by Bombfell (https://www.bombfell.com/realgm) and FanDuel (https://www.fanduel.com/) Subscribe to RealGM Radio on iTunes or via the RSS feed.


39 minutes
Sep 5, 2017
Fastbreak Breakfast "The Peak of The Process" / SPECIAL "The Peak of The Process" The Philadelphia 76ers are suddenly filled
Fastbreak Breakfast "The Peak of The Process" / SPECIAL "The Peak of The Process" The Philadelphia 76ers are suddenly filled with hope. Max Rappaport joins the show to preview their season, but can he assure us that all the promise of the summer can be turned into tangible wins?Join the Fastbreak Breakfast fantasy leagues and support our show at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfast Episode 193 (S3 Special)