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1 hour
Aug 30, 2018
Nerder She Wrote: Coaching Manu Ginobili / Nerder She Wrote with Tom Haberstroh - This week Tom welcomes in
Nerder She Wrote: Coaching Manu Ginobili / Nerder She Wrote with Tom Haberstroh - This week Tom welcomes in Memphis Grizzlies associate head coach Chad Forcier. Chad, a former Spurs assistant, worked closely with Manu Ginobili and he shares that experience on today's show. Plus, an incredible firsthand account of the infamous Malice at the Palace. - Topics: - Working with Jerry Stackhouse - Coaching Manu Ginobili - Thoughts on retirement - 2013 Finals dealing with devastation - Ginobili off the court - The Euro Step - 2011 Grizzlies-Spurs Game 5 - Spurs without BIG 3 and Kawhi - Being part of 'Popovich University" - 22 years in the NBA - Starting with Seattle SuperSonics - Rick Carlisle connection - Erik Spoelstra - Witness to the Malice in the Palace - Calming down Ron Artest - Lack of security - Working with John Hollinger - Grizzlies outlook - Kyle Anderson - Staying healthy on the road - Manu's sacrifice - End - - Support us on www.patreon.com/countthedings - Find us: www.countthedings.com - Social: @back2backpod @countthedings - - - - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1½ hours
Aug 30, 2018
Southwest Division with Rob Mahoney and Jonathan Tjarks / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux), Jonathan Tjarks of The Ringer (@JonathanTjarks) and
Southwest Division with Rob Mahoney and Jonathan Tjarks / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux), Jonathan Tjarks of The Ringer (@JonathanTjarks) and Rob Mahoney of Sports Illustrated (@RobMahoney) go in-depth on the NBA’s Southwest Division. - - They discuss how the Rockets, Pelicans, Spurs, Mavericks and Grizzlies fared in the off-season, including which teams improved and what moves stood out. The three also predict the season to come, including projected finish, breakout players and rookies they are most excited to see. - - Sponsored by Pluto TV, Betonline.ag and TrueCar - Subscribe to RealGM Radio on iTunes or via the RSS feed.
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
34 minutes
Aug 28, 2018
Jerry Stackhouse "Mike's Never Gotten a Tech?!?" / SPECIAL "Mike's Never Gotten a Tech?!?" Keith addresses the Manu retirement and
Jerry Stackhouse "Mike's Never Gotten a Tech?!?" / SPECIAL "Mike's Never Gotten a Tech?!?" Keith addresses the Manu retirement and breaks down the wide range of possible outcomes for the Spurs and the Grizzlies. Then, NBA legend Jerry Stackhouse joins the show (13:00) to explain how he ended up in Memphis, to share some unhealthy habits of his old teammates, and say what he is hoping for from the Grizzlies wings in the upcoming season.Long-time listener? Join our support at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfast and gain access to exclusive bonus content for just $1 month. That's less that 15 cents an episode!Use the code FASTBREAKBREAK at SeatGeek.com and receive $20 off your first ticket purchase. Episode 295 (S4 Special)
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
1½ hours
Aug 25, 2018
#170 - Our 2018-19 League Pass rankings / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan
#170 - Our 2018-19 League Pass rankings / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by original co-host Sarah Cilea (@wildhorses65) to discuss which teams will be the most fun to watch in 2018-19.Could the San Antonio Spurs be sneaky fun this year? Is there any reason to watch the Portland Trail Blazers aside from Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum? Does Luka Doncic make the Dallas Mavericks a must-watch? Who will be the top League Pass teams this season?Check out the episode to hear Morten, Bryan and Sarah discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
1 hour
Aug 15, 2018
#168 - Picking every Western Conference over/under / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan
#168 - Picking every Western Conference over/under / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every Western Conference team's over/under. Which teams did Las Vegas miss the mark on? Are the Los Angeles Lakers headed for 50-plus wins? Why are expectations so low for the Portland Trail Blazers and San Antonio Spurs?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
1 hour
Aug 14, 2018
Melo (Finally) Signs in Houston, Kawhi’s “THANK YOU” Letter, and Are We Sure ...? | Heat Check (Ep. 307) /
Melo (Finally) Signs in Houston, Kawhi’s “THANK YOU” Letter, and Are We Sure ...? | Heat Check (Ep. 307) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez is joined by Shea Serrano to discuss Carmelo Anthony officially signing with the Houston Rockets (2:28) and to parse Kawhi Leonard’s farewell letter to San Antonio (14:17). Then, Justin Verrier joins to evaluate the "Are We Sure" questions about the Lakers’ playoff contention, Markelle Fultz, Devin Booker, and the Trail Blazers’ stars (24:22). Finally, Paolo Uggetti comes on to make the case for the Toronto Raptors as the East favorites (46:29) and to discuss NBA players’ use of social media over the summer (55:41). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2 hours
Aug 10, 2018
182 - NBA Over/Unders, Western Conference Edition / Andy and Dan relay their 2018-19 over/under predictions for all 15 Western
182 - NBA Over/Unders, Western Conference Edition / Andy and Dan relay their 2018-19 over/under predictions for all 15 Western Conference teams. Some of their picks may surprise you—cough, Timberwolves, cough also Spurs, cough, and Nuggets, cough—so be sure to file these away for shaming purposes later. Also make sure you check out Hardwood Knocks' over/under predictions for the Eastern Conference in the previous podcast (Episode No. 181). - - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on basically anywhere podcasts are offered. 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
35 minutes
Jul 29, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - 7/30/18 - Biggest Stories, Local Experts - Capela Re-signs, DeMar Speaks, Love Extension / Host Josh
LOCKED ON NBA - 7/30/18 - Biggest Stories, Local Experts - Capela Re-signs, DeMar Speaks, Love Extension / Host Josh Lloyd chats with Ben DuBose of Locked On Rockets about Clint Capela re=signing with Houston and the potential impact of a Carmelo Anthony signing, talks to Jeff Garcia of Locked On Spurs (11:54) about the fallout from DeMar DeRozan's recent comments, and with Chris Manning of Locked On Cavs about Kevin Love signing a lucrative extension (21:10). - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Jul 26, 2018
Marc Stein on the Summer; Love Extended; DEN-IND Summer League Review / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.
Marc Stein on the Summer; Love Extended; DEN-IND Summer League Review / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - Marc Stein of the New York Times joins up to discuss the offseason that was. Why did the Spurs trade Kawhi to the Raptors, and what other offers were out there? Could the Lakers or Sixers have gotten Kawhi by offering more, or were the Spurs simply uninterested in future-focused packages? We also discuss DeMarcus Cousins signing with the Warriors and his market on July 1, why so many one-year deals were agreed to, the Melo/Schroder trade, and much more. - - Then it's Danny to hit on Kevin Love's extension, the rest of the news, and summer prospect review for DEN thru IND (skipping DET, which is one of Liam's teams.) - - - - 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.
56 minutes
Jul 25, 2018
Catching up! Kawhi, Melo & Power Rankings / The guys are FINALLY back... this week they talk about the Kawhi
Catching up! Kawhi, Melo & Power Rankings / The guys are FINALLY back... this week they talk about the Kawhi Leonard trade. What does this mean for the Spurs future? Are the Raptors favorites to win the East now? True or false, Demar once averaged a little under 10% from 3 for a whole season… where he played 82 game.Then, they play their segment. HOT TAKES FROM REDDIT! lastly, they hit come rapid fire topics... Bulls sign Jabari Parker? Are they out of their mind, or quietly putting a squad together? Carmelo Anthony trade: Melo going to Houston most likely. Does that matter? Thunder get Schroeder. Good fit? Sixers get Mike Muscala Belijinca going to Sac after pulling a DeAndre Jordan with the SixersLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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
33 minutes
Jul 19, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - Local Experts on the Biggest Stories plus the Scout on all the off-season moves / David
LOCKED ON NBA - Local Experts on the Biggest Stories plus the Scout on all the off-season moves / David Locke sits down with the Scout, an NBA Scout paid by an NBA team who gives his take on the show. They touch on Kawhi to Toronto and DeMar to San Antonio. Then look at the Lakers with LeBron, Cousins to the Warriors and other moves around the NBA - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
53 minutes
Jul 18, 2018
177 - Kawhi Traded to Raptors: Leonard's future in Toronto, Spurs/DeRozan, Lakers Implications / Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green are
177 - Kawhi Traded to Raptors: Leonard's future in Toronto, Spurs/DeRozan, Lakers Implications / Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green are on their way to the Raptors in exchange for DeMar DeRozan, Jakob Poelt and 2019 first-round pick, according to ESPN.com's Adrian Wojnarowski. Andy and Dan break down every aspect of the trade: Did the Spurs get enough? Will Kawhi stay in Toronto? How does this deal impact the Lakers and Clippers? How does DeRozan fit in with San Antonio? Plus, future outlooks for both the Spurs and Raptors, along with the next superstars who could reach the chopping block. - - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on basically anywhere podcasts are offered. 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
Jul 18, 2018
Kawhi Leonard to TOR From Every Angle; SAC/MEM Trade, News / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. -
Kawhi Leonard to TOR From Every Angle; SAC/MEM Trade, News / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - Kawhi Leonard is traded for DeMar DeRozan. We look at what the Raptors can be this year, whether Kawhi should/needs to show up in Toronto, the return from the Spurs' standpoint, and whether other suitors for Kawhi should have offered more. We also hit on the Kings/Grizz trade and the rest of the news. - - 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.
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
32 minutes
Jul 8, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - 7/9/18 - Biggest Stories, Local Experts - Celtics And Wolves At LVSL, And Tony Parker Leaving
LOCKED ON NBA - 7/9/18 - Biggest Stories, Local Experts - Celtics And Wolves At LVSL, And Tony Parker Leaving The Spurs / Host Josh Lloyd chats with Jeff Garcia of Locked On Spurs about Tony Parker's San Antonio legacy, catches up with Colton Molesky of Locked On Wolves to discuss the Wolves play in Las Vegas and lastly talks to John Karalis of Locked On Celtics about the Celtics Combat Muscles. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Jul 2, 2018
#157 - Reaction to LeBron James signing with the Lakers / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen
#157 - Reaction to LeBron James signing with the Lakers / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what LeBron James' decision to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers means for the NBA moving forward.Are the Lakers championship contenders as currently assembled? What other moves might they make this summer? Should we pencil the Celtics in as Eastern Conference champions? Does this reduce the Spurs' leverage in Kawhi Leonard trade negotiations?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
55 minutes
Jul 1, 2018
#NBAFreeAgency 2018 / They guys are back to talk about the NBA free agency! they decide to talk about the
#NBAFreeAgency 2018 / They guys are back to talk about the NBA free agency! they decide to talk about the "set in stone" moves first then work towards the unknown. first on their list, Marcin Gortat getting traded to the L.A Clippers for Doc Rivers Son, Austin Rivers. Then, They work over to what this trade means for Deandre Jordan's Future and how he is "Verbally agreed" (again) with the Dallas Mavericks. After that its on to Thad Young and how he was smart to pick up his player option, and how that could hurt the Pacers chances of getting Aaron Gordon. Which they then get into talking about Aaron Gordon and if the Magic will just match ant offer he gets. Last, its all about Kawhi Leonard.... is he going to LA... and what can the Spurs pry away from the Lakers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1½ hours
Jun 28, 2018
Kawhi/Lakers Scenarios, Gortat/Rivers Trade; News; NYK, CLE, IND Offseasons / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. -
Kawhi/Lakers Scenarios, Gortat/Rivers Trade; News; NYK, CLE, IND Offseasons / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - The Kawhi Leonard sweepstakes heat up, as we discuss the perspectives of the Lakers and Spurs and what offers we would make if we were the Lakers. Then we plow through a lot more news, including the Rivers/Gortat trade. Finally, the offeseason for the Knicks, Cavs, and Pacers with the news Thaddeus Young has opted in. - - 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.
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
1 hour
Jun 18, 2018
NBA Draft, Kawhi & Dwane Casey (w/ Cole Zwicker) / Justin and Kevin are back for another great episode. This
NBA Draft, Kawhi & Dwane Casey (w/ Cole Zwicker) / Justin and Kevin are back for another great episode. This week the guys talk about the Kawhi Leonard situation and possible places he could go if he wants off of the San Antonio Spurs train. they then take a second to talk about the new Detroit Pistons Coach Dwane Casey and how he can change the team for the better. They also talk about Nick Nurse taking over in Toronto as the head coach. Then, the guys take a turn to the NBA Draft and Kevin brings on Cole Zwicker, NBA CBA, Co-Founder/Writer for @TheStepien. they talk everything from the potential #1 pick in Deandre Ayton, to some sleepers that might be found in the second round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1½ hours
Jun 18, 2018
ESPN Draft Film Guru Mike Schmitz on 2018 Draft; Danny on Kawhi Trade Request / Click to subscribe via RSS
ESPN Draft Film Guru Mike Schmitz on 2018 Draft; Danny on Kawhi Trade Request / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - ESPN's Mike Schmitz joins to discuss the top of the draft, his overall board, what he thinks of so many bigs projected at the top of the draft, and who he likes further down. We also discuss how he somehow saw Donovan Mitchell coming as a ROY candidate. - - Then Danny comes in for a talk about the news that Kawhi Leonard reportedly wants out of 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.
55 minutes
Jun 15, 2018
#151 - Is Kawhi Leonard heading for a breakup with the Spurs? / In this episode of The NBA Podcast,
#151 - Is Kawhi Leonard heading for a breakup with the Spurs? / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss possible Kawhi Leonard trade destinations in the wake of the report about him wanting out of San Antonio.If Leonard isn't willing to re-sign anywhere but L.A., how much should other teams be willing to offer for him? Is he destined to go to the Lakers? Would a superteam with Leonard, LeBron James and Paul George be able to defeat the Warriors next year? Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
1 hour
Jun 15, 2018
LOPN Mock Draft Picks 13-18 Dallas, Denver, Washington, Phoenix, Milwaukee and Spurs plus Jeremy Woo player breakdowns / The
LOPN Mock Draft Picks 13-18 Dallas, Denver, Washington, Phoenix, Milwaukee and Spurs plus Jeremy Woo player breakdowns / The Locked on Podcast Network Mock Draft continues with picks 13 thru 18. The Locked on Podcast Network hosts are in the war room making while SI.com's Jeremy Woo gives you player breakdowns after each pick. Jake Madison and Josh Lloyd give their thoughts on what is taking place in the draft. - Episode 3 of the Mock Draft is all about the fall of Colin Sexton. The Alabama guard starts to slip and will it ever stop. Dallas trades into the 13th slot to add to their collection of talent. Denver has 2nd thoughts about their pick, while Washington tries to change the complex of their defense. - Remember a Reddit NBA AMA at 2 pm Eastern to discuss all the picks in the draft. - 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
1½ hours
Jun 7, 2018
Yahoo NBA writers Shams Charania and Michael Lee / Joining Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports this week are Yahoo NBA
Yahoo NBA writers Shams Charania and Michael Lee / Joining Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports this week are Yahoo NBA writers Shams Charania and Michael Lee. Mannix and Charania discuss Bryan Colangelo’s ouster as GM of the Sixers, Kawhi Leonard’s future in San Antonio, the market for restricted free agents and more. Later, Mannix and Lee dive into the NBA Finals, Kevin Durant’s two years in Golden State and have an extended conversation about how NBA players attack social issues. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1 hour
Jun 4, 2018
2018 NBA Finals Game 2; SAS Offseason Outlook / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - -
2018 NBA Finals Game 2; SAS Offseason Outlook / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We break down the Warriors win in Game 2 of the NBA Finals and discuss possible Cleveland adjustments going forward. Then a look at the Spurs' offseason, including possible Kawhi trade scenarios, possibly Kawhi non-trade scenarios, the option decisions for Rudy Gay and Danny Green, and more. - - 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
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.
1 hour
May 13, 2018
CLE/BOS Game 1; Casey Fired; SAS/HOU/NOP Prospect Review / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - -
CLE/BOS Game 1; Casey Fired; SAS/HOU/NOP Prospect Review / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We break down Boston's big Game 1 win over the Cavaliers, then the firing of Dwane Casey in Toronto and some of the candidates to replace him. Finally, a long overdue look at the young prospects on the Spurs, Rockets, and Pelicans. - - 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.
43 minutes
May 9, 2018
Inside the NBA video room / On this week’s NBA A to Z podcast, Insiders Jeff Zillgitt and Sam Amick
Inside the NBA video room / On this week’s NBA A to Z podcast, Insiders Jeff Zillgitt and Sam Amick talk with Mo Dakhil, a former video coordinator for the Los Angeles Clippers and San Antonio Spurs. Mo goes behind the scenes inside the video room and describes the role and life of a video coordinator during the regular season and playoffs. What do coaches want from the video coordinator? What do players want? Plus, Mo tells us how he found a way to stop of a Los Angeles Lakers play involving Kobe Bryant.
1 hour
May 9, 2018
160 - Raptors/Thunder Postmortems, PG13's Free Agency, BOS/PHI Game 5, Hornets/Knicks News / Hardwood Knocks is joined by NBA Math's
160 - Raptors/Thunder Postmortems, PG13's Free Agency, BOS/PHI Game 5, Hornets/Knicks News / Hardwood Knocks is joined by NBA Math's own Adam Spinella (@Spinella14) to talk about the futures of the Raptors and Thunder, along with potential trades and Paul George's free agency. We also spend time tackling the pivotal Game 5 matchup between the Sixers and Celtics; reacting to the Hornets hiring Spurs assistant James Borrego; and diving into takeaways from David Fizdale's introductory presser with the Knicks. - - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio, and anywhere else you consume your podcasts. 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 3, 2018
158 - Kawhi/Spurs Saga (Part 6,924), Bucks Postmortem, PHI/BOS, CLE/TOR, UTA/HOU / On the heels of a deep dive into
158 - Kawhi/Spurs Saga (Part 6,924), Bucks Postmortem, PHI/BOS, CLE/TOR, UTA/HOU / On the heels of a deep dive into the relationshp between Kawhi Leonard and the Spurs from ESPN.com's Ramona Shelburne and Michael C. Wright, Andy and Dan once again talk about the mounting awkwardness in San Antonio. They also break down the NBA's coaching carousel, with a focus on the Knicks and Bucks, while riffing on the Grizzlies' decision to hire J.B. Bickerstaff. - - Plus, on top of all this, they have belated picks for the second round of the postseason, a discussion that quickly devolves into a tangent on LeBron James' legacy and Al Horford's status as a superstar. You're welcome. And finally, they cannonball into the Bucks' postmortem following their wildly disappointing 2017-18 campaign and subsequently short-lived playoff run. You're welcome again. - - 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
May 2, 2018
Steph Curry Is Super-Back, Drake vs. Perk, and New Wrinkles in the Kawhi Saga | Sources Say (Ep. 260) /
Steph Curry Is Super-Back, Drake vs. Perk, and New Wrinkles in the Kawhi Saga | Sources Say (Ep. 260) / The Ringer’s Juliet Litman and Chris Ryan are joined by Shea Serrano to discuss the Raptors’ LeBron-sized curse (2:20) and the return of Stephen Curry (13:00) before launching into the beefs surrounding the NBA playoffs (14:28). Then they examine the current state of the rift between Kawhi Leonard and the San Antonio Spurs (25:20). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Apr 29, 2018
#134 - What's next for the Thunder, Trail Blazers, Timberwolves and Spurs? / In this episode of The NBA Podcast,
#134 - What's next for the Thunder, Trail Blazers, Timberwolves and Spurs? / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) look ahead to the big offseason questions for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Portland Trail Blazers, Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs.What are the odds of Paul George remaining in OKC? Is it time for the Trail Blazers to break up Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum? Is Tom Thibodeau the right coach for the Timberwolves? Will the Spurs patch up their relationship with Kawhi Leonard?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
1½ hours
Apr 27, 2018
157 - Warriors-Pelicans Preview, Postmortems for Wizards, Spurs, Heat, Wolves / Round 2 of the NBA playoffs begins on Saturday
157 - Warriors-Pelicans Preview, Postmortems for Wizards, Spurs, Heat, Wolves / Round 2 of the NBA playoffs begins on Saturday with Game 1 of the Pelicans-Warriors series. Ergo, stuff's about to get real. Knowing this, Hardwood Knocks has called in Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to preview the best-of-seven set. He and Dan also discuss the future of every eliminated playoff team—the Wizards, Spurs, Heat, Timberwolves and Blazers. - Rumor has it there might even be some Bucks talk, including a random Thon Maker stat, as well. (There is.) 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
57 minutes
Apr 25, 2018
Ian Thomsen / Joining Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports is Ian Thomsen, longtime NBA writer and author of the new
Ian Thomsen / Joining Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports is Ian Thomsen, longtime NBA writer and author of the new book, The Soul of Basketball. Mannix and Thomsen discuss LeBron James’s role in Thomsen’s book, his future in Cleveland, a combustible Kawhi Leonard situation in San Antonio, Thomsen’s lengthy interview with Gregg Popovich and more. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
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
42 minutes
Apr 18, 2018
NBA First Round Playoff Breakdown / On this week's NBA A to Z podcast, Insiders Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt
NBA First Round Playoff Breakdown / On this week's NBA A to Z podcast, Insiders Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt break down the early part of the playoffs, from the mysterious Kawhi Leonard situation in San Antonio and what that might mean to the Cavs' struggles, Boston's battle against Milwaukee to the rest of the East and West matchups around the Association.
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
57 minutes
Apr 16, 2018
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 74– Day One Deep Dive / The Raptors held true to the identity
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 74– Day One Deep Dive / The Raptors held true to the identity of their 2017-18 regular season, even without Fred Van Vleet. They were not strictly dependent upon the shooting of Lowry and DeRozan. The Wizards will need to try to defend in game 2 with suboptimal rim protection. The Sixers shortened their rotation in the second half versus the Heat and it made all the difference in the game. What will Spo do going into game 2? The Spurs were not very inspiring in their game 1 loss to the Warriors. Are their any adjustments they can make with Curry sitting out all of the first round? The Pelicans got a road win to take advantage in their series with the Blazers. Both team were gassed at the end of the game but get a couple days of rest before game 2. Which coach has the onus to make adjustments? Follow us on Twitter: @willis_glen / @LawtonWillis / @presspodcast Follow us on FaceBook: @fullcourtpressnbaidenti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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
1 hour
Apr 13, 2018
#129 - 2018 Western Conference Round 1 preview and predictions / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen
#129 - 2018 Western 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 Western Conference playoff bracket and give their predictions for each series.Are the Minnesota Timberwolves too worn down to put up a fight against the Houston Rockets? Do the San Antonio Spurs stand any chance against the Golden State Warriors without Kawhi Leonard? Can the Portland Trail Blazers contain Anthony Davis and the New Orleans Pelicans? Should the Utah Jazz be favored over the Oklahoma City Thunder?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
38 minutes
Apr 13, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA = Previewing Raptors .v. Wizards, Blazers v. Pelicans, Warriors v. Spurs plus the two firings /
LOCKED ON NBA = Previewing Raptors .v. Wizards, Blazers v. Pelicans, Warriors v. Spurs plus the two firings / The Locked on Podcast Network continues the preview editions. Starting with Eastern Conference match-up of the Wizards and the Raptors then moving west for the Blazers and the Pelicans and the Warriors and the Spurs. All from the local experts on the biggest stories, the Locked on Podcast Network hosts. - 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
38 minutes
Apr 3, 2018
Breaking down the playoff races; Jon Krawczynski, The Athletic / On this week's edition of the NBA A to Z
Breaking down the playoff races; Jon Krawczynski, The Athletic / On this week's edition of the NBA A to Z podcast, Insider Sam Amick discusses the Wild West playoff race with Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. They discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves' attempt to end their league-long playoff drought, the San Antonio Spurs' hopes of continuing their two-decade-long playoff streak, and the many other subplots of this race.
36 minutes
Mar 30, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA -- 3/30/18 -- Who has the most on the line this postseason? / Happy Friday! Anthony and
LOCKED ON NBA -- 3/30/18 -- Who has the most on the line this postseason? / Happy Friday! Anthony and Adam start by discussing OKC-San Antonio. The Spurs Spursed again. Then, they take you through which teams, players or coaches have the most on the line in the upcoming playoffs and briefly touch on what Joel Embiid's eye injury means for the playoff picture. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
58 minutes
Mar 27, 2018
Caron Butler and Donovan Mitchell / Joining Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports this week is Caron Butler, two-time NBA All-Star
Caron Butler and Donovan Mitchell / Joining Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports this week is Caron Butler, two-time NBA All-Star and the co-host of Chris and Caron on Fox Sports Radio. Mannix and Butler dive into the drama in San Antonio, injuries to Stephen Curry and Kyrie Irving, the Cavs defense headed into the playoffs, and more. Later, Mannix sits down with Jazz rookie Donovan Mitchell to talk about his shocking rookie season, his thoughts on the college basketball scandal, the next steps in his development and more. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
33 minutes
Mar 23, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA -- 3/23/18 -- What are the best possible playoff matchups? / Anthony Irwin and Adam Mares discuss
LOCKED ON NBA -- 3/23/18 -- What are the best possible playoff matchups? / Anthony Irwin and Adam Mares discuss Anthony Davis and the Pelicans taking care of business against the Lakers, their favorite playoff matchups and Kawhi Leonard's continued drama with the Spurs. Anthony has a theory on an unintended result of an attempt to keep stars in the cities that drafted them. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 22, 2018
146 - MAILBAG: Kawhi-Spurs Sadz, Kyrie Injury, LeBron is Good, Crunch-Time Kings / MAIIIIIIIL TIME! - You asked. Andy and
146 - MAILBAG: Kawhi-Spurs Sadz, Kyrie Injury, LeBron is Good, Crunch-Time Kings / MAIIIIIIIL TIME! - You asked. Andy and Dan answered. - This week's mailbag covers LeBron James' greatness at Age 33; Kyrie Irving's potentially season-ending knee injury; persisting awkwardness between Kawhi Leonard and the Spurs; De'Aaron Fox's under-the-radar crunch-time performance; Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury and its impact on the Bucks; a totally real Stephen Curry vs. Magic Johnson debate; the Cavaliers' rising stock; the Raptors' chances of making the NBA Finals; Andrew Wiggins' trade value; 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
34 minutes
Mar 20, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - Cavs Win Without Ty Lue, Double OT in Miami, and Jimmy Butler Impending Return / Wes
LOCKED ON NBA - Cavs Win Without Ty Lue, Double OT in Miami, and Jimmy Butler Impending Return / Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) recap Monday night's slate of games, including the Cavaliers beating the Bucks with Kevin Love, but without Ty Lue, the Heat winning a double-overtime thriller against the Nuggets, and the Warriors losing yet another star in a loss to the Spurs. Then they talk about how Ty Lue's absence will impact the Cavs and Jimmy Butler possibly returning for the Timberwolves before the playoffs. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 20, 2018
145 - Andrew Wiggins' Trade Value, Pistons Future, Knicks/Noah, Klay vs Draymond / Andy Bailey and Dan Favale go around
145 - Andrew Wiggins' Trade Value, Pistons Future, Knicks/Noah, Klay vs Draymond / Andy Bailey and Dan Favale go around the NBA to riff on the latest hot-button issues, both real and of their own design and preference. - In addition to talking about the imminent returns of Jimmy Butler and Stephen Curry, they dig deep on Andrew Wiggins' trade value; the Nuggets' free fall; the Spurs' mushrooming playoff chances; the Clippers crashing back down to earth; Joakim Noah's future with the Knicks; the Pistons' potential front-office shake-up; the Bucks' head-coaching search; and the prospect of the Warriors approaching a "Klay Thompson or Draymond Green?" crossroads. - 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
Mar 16, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA -- 3/16/18 -- How NBA lottery talent faired in March Madness / March Madness is underway but
LOCKED ON NBA -- 3/16/18 -- How NBA lottery talent faired in March Madness / March Madness is underway but before Anthony touches on that, he takes you through last night's notable results. San Antonio beats New Orleans. Portland topped Cleveland, continuing their winning streak (and another one, by the way). - Then, Anthony gives his thoughts on what he's seen in the NCAA tournament and Adam Silver's problematic precedent on tanking. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 13, 2018
Spurs in Danger, Lillard Elevates, Unpredictable Playoff Picture, and Prospects on Display | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 227) /
Spurs in Danger, Lillard Elevates, Unpredictable Playoff Picture, and Prospects on Display | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 227) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor discuss the possibility for the Spurs to miss the playoffs for the first time in two decades (6:05), the Steph Curry–like ascent of Portland Trail Blazers All-Star Damian Lillard (14:47), the minimum number of wins necessary to make it into the competitive Western Conference playoffs (22:17), intriguing Eastern Conference teams on the rise (27:21), and prospects to look forward to watching during March Madness (47:23). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
29 minutes
Mar 13, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - Can Kawhi Leonard Save the Spurs? / Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) recap Monday's
LOCKED ON NBA - Can Kawhi Leonard Save the Spurs? / Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) recap Monday's games, including the Houston Rockets' win over the San Antonio that dropped the Spurs out of the playoffs. Then they look ahead and talk about if Kawhi Leonard's potential return can save Gregg Popovich's team in time for the postseason. They also discuss the latest injuries to impact the Boston Celtics, and current playoff picture, and preview Tuesday night's biggest games. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 12, 2018
The End of the Spurs, Underrated Raptors, Streaking Blazers, and Most Important Players | Heat Check (Ep. 226) / The
The End of the Spurs, Underrated Raptors, Streaking Blazers, and Most Important Players | Heat Check (Ep. 226) / The Ringer’s John Gonzalez is joined by Shea Serrano and Kevin O’Connor to debate whether the Spurs dynasty is nearing its end (3:09). Then, Jonathan Tjarks and Danny Chau come on to discuss the dominant Toronto Raptors and the scorching-hot Portland Trail Blazers (23:01). Finally, Paolo Uggetti joins to highlight the most important players in the last month of the season (42:38). - - Articles mentioned in the show - Kevin O’Connor on the Spurs’ concerns for the future - 'NBA Desktop,' featuring Danny Chau’s take on tanking - Paolo Uggetti and Haley O’Shaughnessy on the most important players of the final month - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Mar 11, 2018
143 - Kawhi Leonard's Return to Spurs(!), Report Cards for Western Conference / Kawhi Leonard is expected to rejoin the
143 - Kawhi Leonard's Return to Spurs(!), Report Cards for Western Conference / Kawhi Leonard is expected to rejoin the Spurs this Thursday when they play the Pelicans. Is it too little too late for their slumping playoff chances? Plus, hosts Dan Favale and Andrew Bailey hand out updated report card grades for each of the Western Conference's teams at the three-quarters mark of the season. Be sure to check out their takes on Eastern Conference in the previous podcast as well. - 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
Mar 9, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA -- 3/9/18 -- How vulnerable are the Warriors? / Anthony and Adam watched Spurs-Warriors and took away
LOCKED ON NBA -- 3/9/18 -- How vulnerable are the Warriors? / Anthony and Adam watched Spurs-Warriors and took away from the game some bigger picture notes. They also found some hilarity from around the league (including the debut of one of Anthony's impressions). Then, they got into the Kawhi-Spurs situation and finally how vulnerable these Warriors might be. - 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
1½ hours
Mar 8, 2018
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 64 – Cavs, Nuggets, Spurs, Pelicans / The new Cavs are struggling like
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 64 – Cavs, Nuggets, Spurs, Pelicans / The new Cavs are struggling like the old Cavs did. Is there anything we saw that made us feel hopeful about them apart from the best player in the world being on their team? The Nuggets are experiencing the best results in the wins and losses column of the season, but statistically they are still terrible on defense. Is there any hope for them? The Spurs are sliding but Kawhi is trying to get back. What observations did we have of them? The Pelicans are on fire. How are they making that happen apart from Anthony Davis playing at an MVP level? And who got our awards this week? Listen and find out. All of this and more. Follow us on Twitter: @willis_glen / @LawtonWillis / @presspodcast Follow us on FaceBook: @fullcourtpressnba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 6, 2018
Fastbreak Breakfast S4 Ep. 21 "Bouillon Bogdanovic" / S4 Ep. 21 "Bouillon Bogdanovic" Are the Spurs in trouble? Does Chuck
Fastbreak Breakfast S4 Ep. 21 "Bouillon Bogdanovic" / S4 Ep. 21 "Bouillon Bogdanovic" Are the Spurs in trouble? Does Chuck like Dwyane Wade or not? How much self-loathing do we have for enjoying the Lakers so much? All that and much, much more on a souper new episode.Transform your shaving experience at Harrys.com/Fastbreak and receive a free shave kitJoin us over at Draft.com/Fastbreak and play daily fantasy basketball against Keith (username: FastbreakBreakfast). Use the code "FASTBREAK" for a free $3 entry.Prove you are a power listener by joining our support at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfast and get access to exclusive bonus contentEpisode 245 (S4 Episode 21)
56 minutes
Mar 6, 2018
Blazing-hot Blazers, the Lakers’ Latest Run, and March Madness Prospects | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 223) / The Ringer’s
Blazing-hot Blazers, the Lakers’ Latest Run, and March Madness Prospects | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 223) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor discuss the Portland Trail Blazers’ impressive late-season run (3:08), the questions surrounding Kawhi Leonard and the Spurs (9:47), the rapidly improving Lakers (20:23), the coach-GM conundrum as it relates to the Detroit Pistons’ struggles (28:01), regular-season award predictions (38:30), and draft prospects to watch for during March Madness (48:57). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Mar 5, 2018
141 - Analyzing West's Playoff Race, Spurs/Thunder Plunge, Ranking Tank Jobs / Eight NBA teams are vying for the Western
141 - Analyzing West's Playoff Race, Spurs/Thunder Plunge, Ranking Tank Jobs / Eight NBA teams are vying for the Western Conference's final six playoff seeds, and things are starting to get weird. Everyone is worthy, and no one is safe. - Can the Spurs survive the NBA's toughest remaining schedule without Kawhi Leonard? Could the Thunder really, actually, possibly miss the playoffs? Is the Blazers' recent streak for real? Should the Nuggets be concerned about their Paul Millsap-Nikola Jokic dynamic? Can Anthony Davis carry the Pelicans to home-court advantage? Do either of the Jazz or Clippers have the juice to escape lottery territory? Should the Timberwolves be considered done without Jimmy Butler? - NBA Math's founder Adam Fromal joined Andy and Dan to try making sense of the Western Conference's hectic playoff race, while also taking an in-depth look at the league's swathe of tank jobs. - 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
2 hours
Mar 5, 2018
15 in 60 (Western Conference 03.05.18) / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look
15 in 60 (Western Conference 03.05.18) / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look at the 15 teams in the Western Conference in reverse alphabetical order. We start with the Spurs (Liam's team), then Utah through Dallas. - - 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
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
1½ hours
Feb 26, 2018
#116 - How should the Spurs proceed with Kawhi Leonard? / How should the San Antonio Spurs proceed with Kawhi
#116 - How should the Spurs proceed with Kawhi Leonard? / How should the San Antonio Spurs proceed with Kawhi Leonard moving forward? Are the Minnesota Timberwolves in danger of falling out of playoff contention in the wake of Jimmy Butler's knee injury? Will the NCAA's recruiting scandal impact draft-eligible prospects? Was the NBA right to fine Mark Cuban for his comments on tanking? Should the league change the way it seeds teams for the playoffs?Check out the episode to hear Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod?
47 minutes
Feb 26, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - 2/26/18 - Biggest Stories, Local Experts / In today's Locked On NBA, host Josh Lloyd will
LOCKED ON NBA - 2/26/18 - Biggest Stories, Local Experts / In today's Locked On NBA, host Josh Lloyd will get the news on the Kawhi Leonard situation with Jeff Garcia of Locked On Spurs (1:50), touch down in Minnesota to cover the Jimmy Butler injury (12:11) and what it means for the recently surging Timberwolves with Colton Molesky, and lastly head to Toronto, where the Raptors hold the number one seed in the Eastern Conference (25:29) and Sean Woodley discusses the strength of their bench unit and how that translates into the business end of the season. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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 23, 2018
The Great Tank Race of 2018; Kawhi and the Spurs / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. -
The Great Tank Race of 2018; Kawhi and the Spurs / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We start with the implications of the news that Kawhi Leonard could miss the rest of the season, including potential consequences for the long-term future of the Spurs. Then, a comprehensive preview of the Great Tank Race of 2018, as we look at how the dregs of the NBA project to finish the season in this last year of the old lottery odds. - - 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.
41 minutes
Feb 22, 2018
What Is Going on With Kawhi Leonard and the Spurs? | Group Chat (Ep. 216) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan
What Is Going on With Kawhi Leonard and the Spurs? | Group Chat (Ep. 216) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier are joined by Danny Chau and Paolo Uggetti to briefly address the allegations surrounding the Dallas Mavericks (2:20) before they discuss Kawhi Leonard's current status, his relationship with the Spurs, and his longevity with the team (4:25). Then they examine Adam Silver's comments about exploring a radically different kind of NBA playoffs (23:45). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Feb 15, 2018
137 - NBA All-Star Weekend Preview/Picks, Western Conference Playoff Predictions / Andy and Dan preview and predict the winner for
137 - NBA All-Star Weekend Preview/Picks, Western Conference Playoff Predictions / Andy and Dan preview and predict the winner for every major All-Star Weekend event: Skills Challenge, Three-Point Contest, Slam Dunk Competition, Rising Stars Challenge and Sunday night's main attraction itself. - After that, the dynamic duo takes a stab at forecasting how the Western Conference's playoff picture will unfurl, offering predictions for the No. 1 seed all the way through to the No. 10 seed and the two teams that will fall just outside the postseason bubble. - The top playoff-related debates include: Can the Rockets hold off the Warriors for first place in the West? Are the Dubs more vulnerable than ever or just in cruise control? Can the Spurs fend off the Timberwolves for third place? Do the Thunder have a chance at usurping the Timberwolves? And, finally, which two teams among the Blazers, Nuggets, Pelicans, Jazz and Clippers will be left out in the cold? - 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
Jan 29, 2018
Blake Griffin Trade; Chicago Bulls Associate Head Coach Jim Boylen / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. -
Blake Griffin Trade; Chicago Bulls Associate Head Coach Jim Boylen / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We spend over 30 minutes on the trade of Blake Griffin to the Detroit Pistons from the LA Clippers, breaking down how it affects each team on the court and on the balance sheet going forward. Then Chicago Bulls associate head coach Jim Boylen joins the program to discuss the evolution of the Bulls this year, his favorite drill, his journey from San Antonio to Chicago, and more. This was a revealing talk with a lot of new NBA defensive terminology. - - 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 28, 2018
131 - Western Conference Trade Deadline Primer, plus Cousins & Roberson Injuries / Now that the NBA's All-Star draft is
131 - Western Conference Trade Deadline Primer, plus Cousins & Roberson Injuries / Now that the NBA's All-Star draft is in the rear view, the league is fully immersed in the upcoming trade deadline. Teams have until Feb. 8 to make significant improvements or hold full-scale fire sales, and the Association's rumor mill is churning out material on the regular. - Fear not, though, because Hardwood Knocks has your back. In the first of two trade-deadline primers, Andy and Dan go through the nitty gritty for every Western Conference team, proposing trades and providing answers to the most pressing questions. - Which squads will be buyers? Which outfits are shaping up as sellers? Will the Clippers move DeAndre Jordan and Lou Williams? Do the Spurs, Warriors and Rockets have a trade in them? Will the Pelicans make a deal in the aftermath of losing DeMarcus Cousins for the year? Might the Thunder look to replace Andre Roberson after his season-ending injury? Do the Nuggets, Blazers and Jazz have blockbuster deals in them? - Will the Lakers find new homes for Julius Randle and Jordan Clarkson? Should Utah trade Rodney Hood and Derrick Favors? Will the Mavericks, Grizzlies, Suns and Kings all hold fire sales? - All this, and so much more, is just a listen away! - 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
49 minutes
Jan 25, 2018
Cleveland's Very Bad Week, Trade Rumors, and Marveling at the Spurs | Group Chat (Ep. 198) / The Ringer's Chris
Cleveland's Very Bad Week, Trade Rumors, and Marveling at the Spurs | Group Chat (Ep. 198) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier are joined by Kevin O'Connor to talk about the Celtics snapping their four-game losing streak and Kyrie Irving stepping into the role of team spokesperson (2:40), Ben Simmons's developing talent (6:25), and the multitude of rumors circling the Cavs (11:55). Then, they speculate about the "best version" of the Blazers (30:05), Spurs (39:00), Bucks (44:00), and more. - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Jan 25, 2018
#109 - Discussing All-Star snubs, Cavs and Spurs drama / Who were the notable All-Star snubs? How should LeBron James
#109 - Discussing All-Star snubs, Cavs and Spurs drama / Who were the notable All-Star snubs? How should LeBron James and Stephen Curry divvy up their picks in the All-Star draft? Should San Antonio Spurs fans be concerned about Kawhi Leonard's reported frustration with the franchise? How can the Cleveland Cavaliers fix what's ailing them? Were the Milwaukee Bucks right to fire head coach Jason Kidd?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
Jan 23, 2018
130 - All-Star Snubs, Cavs Rumors, Kevin Love Trade Idea, Bucks Fire Jason Kidd / Will the latest reports emanating from
130 - All-Star Snubs, Cavs Rumors, Kevin Love Trade Idea, Bucks Fire Jason Kidd / Will the latest reports emanating from the Cavaliers' leaky locker room lead to a massive roster overhaul at the trade deadline? George Hill rumors are everywhere, but might Cleveland consider moving Kevin Love or try getting in on the Kemba Walker sweepstakes? Hardwood Knocks has a three-team trade idea that lands the Cavaliers everything they need to challenge the Warriors while giving Love a change of scenery. - Reports of a rift between Kawhi Leonard and the Spurs feel premature, if exaggerated. Should we make anything of his reported unhappiness? - The Bucks, meanwhile, opted to fire Jason Kidd on Monday after plunging down the Eastern Conference standings. Does moving on from him alone make them a noticeably better team? Should the front office be concerned about how this impacts its relationship with Giannis Antetokounmpo? Will Kidd ever coach in the NBA again? - And last, but certainly not least, the NBA's All-Star player pool has been finalized. Were there any noteworthy snubs? Andre Drummond? Ben Simmons? Chris Paul? Did Kristaps Porzingis deserve to make it? How about Klay Thompson? Plus, Andy and Dan finish off their own All-Star draft. Be sure to let us know who you think has the better team! - 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 23, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - Part 1 of Ben Golliver, SI.com, On the Ringling Brothers Circus day in the NBA /
LOCKED ON NBA - Part 1 of Ben Golliver, SI.com, On the Ringling Brothers Circus day in the NBA / David Locke talks with Ben Golliver of Si.com about the insane Monday that was in the NBA. In one day of the NBA we had the Kawhi Leonard story in San Antonio, the Kevin Love dogged out of a game in Cleveland story, the Washington Wizards team meeting go very wrong, the firing of Jason Kidd and Damian Lillard meeting with Paul Allen, - These events lead into numerous conversations about the NBA and what is going to happen as we move to the trade deadline. - Part 2 will talk about the Warriors and Rockets, the upcoming salary cap issues of the NBA and the impact on the trade deadline and free agency, what you would do as commissioner, the 5 best offensive players all-time in the NBA and what will Adam Silver's stamp be on the NBA. To be posted soon. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
44 minutes
Jan 23, 2018
Firings, Accusations, Rifts: This Is Why We Play? | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 196) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon
Firings, Accusations, Rifts: This Is Why We Play? | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 196) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor review the recent dramatic news in the NBA: the Milwaukee Bucks firing Jason Kidd (2:19), the seemingly imploding Cleveland Cavaliers (16:18), Kawhi Leonard’s rift with the San Antonio Spurs (29:25), and Damian Lillard’s reported discontentment with the Portland Trail Blazers' front office (35:05). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Jan 22, 2018
Kidd Fired, Love Chastised, Kawhi Rift, Central Division Trade Preview / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. -
Kidd Fired, Love Chastised, Kawhi Rift, Central Division Trade Preview / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - Jason Kidd is fired in Milwaukee. Could the accusations by teammates against Kevin Love lead to a trade? What to make of Kawhi's "rift" with San Antonio? Then we look at the Central Division at the trade deadline. What could be moved to shake Cleveland out of its doldrums, maybe Love or the Brooklyn pick? Nikola Mirotic is on the block for Chicago, while Detroit might have to pick a direction soon if their free fall continues. Meanwhile, we expect fewer fireworks in Indiana and Milwaukee. - - Last, a tease from our Stitcher Premium episode ranking coaches, which gives some great context on why Kidd was fired. - - - - 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.
59 minutes
Jan 22, 2018
All-Stars, and Spurs are in a bad spot! / Kevin and Justin talk about the Starters for the All-Star game,
All-Stars, and Spurs are in a bad spot! / Kevin and Justin talk about the Starters for the All-Star game, With Captains Stephen Curry and Lebron James. would you rather Victor Oladipo over Demar DeRozan, and should the Pelicans have both Anthony Davis and DeMarcus Cousins as the starters? AND THE 76ERS HAVE EMBIID IN!!!!!!! We also talk about the San Antonio Spurs situation with Kawhi Leanord... Should they try to bring him back this season... will they fall behind the Timberwolves in the rankings? We give our Ballin & Falling for the week plus our Hot Takes From Reddit: Thoughts on Trey Burk and How many teams could Greg Popovich win 50+ games with this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
48 minutes
Jan 19, 2018
129 - Kemba Walker Trades, NBA All-Star Draft, Kyrie/Kawhi Injury, Spurs Trades / With ESPN.com's Adrian Wojnarowski reporting the Hornets
129 - Kemba Walker Trades, NBA All-Star Draft, Kyrie/Kawhi Injury, Spurs Trades / With ESPN.com's Adrian Wojnarowski reporting the Hornets have put Kemba Walker on the chopping block, Andy and Dan suss out potential landing spots and trade packages. Should the Knicks make a play for him? What about the Spurs? Or perhaps the Cavaliers? - Speaking of the Spurs, they announced on Wednesday Kawhi Leonard would be out indefinitely while dealing with a lingering quad injury. Are they in danger of ceding ground to the Timberwolves and Thunder without him, or will they hold on to the Western Conference's No. 3 seed? Should they possibly consider making a trade? And if so, for who? Tyreke Evans? Avery Bradley? Kemba Walker himself? - The Celtics are also without Kyrie Irving, for now, while he tends to a shoulder injury. Though this setback isn't considered serious, can Al Horford, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum keep Boston atop the Eastern Conference if its point guard misses signficant time? - And finally, the NBA's All-Star starters are officially official. Andy and Dan talk about who they believe was snubbed and also draft their own roster. Be sure to let them know who has the superior starting five! - Oh, and there also might be some bonus Defensive Player of the Year talk as well. (There totally is.) - 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
Jan 17, 2018
Southeast Division Trade Deadline Preview; Kawhi Out Again, NOP/ATL / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. -
Southeast Division Trade Deadline Preview; Kawhi Out Again, NOP/ATL / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We put the Southeast Division in our crosshairs in advance of the trade deadline. Can the Hawks move their veterans, will Charlotte put Kemba Walker on the table, what will Orlando do with their restricted free agents, how can the Wiz get under the tax, and will Miami do anything at all? - - Then a news roundup, centered on Kawhi Leonard being shut down again and what that means for the Spurs' seeding, and finally a look at a dramatic ending in Atlanta between the Hawks and Pels. - - 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
Jan 10, 2018
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 50 – Is Kyrie an MVP candidate? Team Updates for Bulls, Mavericks, Warriors,
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 50 – Is Kyrie an MVP candidate? Team Updates for Bulls, Mavericks, Warriors, Spurs / Is Kyrie Irving a legitimate MVP candidate? We discuss. Are the Bulls as good as their 10-5 stretch might suggest? No. But we had fun watching some of the young players on the Chicago squad this week. The Mavericks have been pretty good since Maxi Kleber was inserted into the starting lineup. Do we expect that to continue? We discuss. Guess who are the two players with the worst individual net rating in the league averaging 30 minutes or more per game? Hint: They both start for the Mavericks. What did we learn about the Warriors this week? What did we learn about the Spurs this week? We discuss. And who got our awards this week? Listen and find out. All of this and more. Follow us on Twitter: @willis_glen / @LawtonWillis / @presspodcast Follow us on FaceBook: @fullcourtpressnba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1½ hours
Jan 10, 2018
126 - NBA Western Conference Report: HOU/LAL/UTA Falling, LAC/MIN/OKC/PHX Rising / Welcome back, Hardwood Knocksers! - Most of the NBA's
126 - NBA Western Conference Report: HOU/LAL/UTA Falling, LAC/MIN/OKC/PHX Rising / Welcome back, Hardwood Knocksers! - Most of the NBA's teams have officially crossed the halfway threshold of their schedule, which can mean only one thing: Andy and Dan need to hand out midseason report cards. - We start in the Western Conference, where things have gotten a little weird and chaotic and, thus, awesome since our quarterpole grades. The Houston Rockets look human. The Utah Jazz appear finished. The Minnesota Timberwolves are surging. The Oklahoma City Thunder are kind of following suit. The San Antonio Spurs remain the San Antonio Spurs. The Golden State Warriors are still the Golden State Warriors. - The Phoenix Suns are sort of frisky. The Denver Nuggets are disappointing, as expected and exceeding initial impressions all at the same time. The Dallas Mavericks are embodying blah, while the New Orleans Pelicans have prime real estate on Mediocre Boulevard. The Portland Trail Blazers might have turned a corner. The Sacramento Kings and Memphis Grizzlies have not. The Los Angeles Lakers are no longer overachieving. The Los Angeles Clippers are rekindling their playoff hopes. - Almost needless to say, then, we have a lot of ground to cover and less than eternity to cover it. 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
58 minutes
Jan 9, 2018
The Rule of Three(-Pointers) and Trade-Season Preview (Ep. 189) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor discuss the recent
The Rule of Three(-Pointers) and Trade-Season Preview (Ep. 189) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor discuss the recent Jimmy Butler–led Minnesota Timberwolves surge (0:58), speculate about the Phoenix Suns’ future with Devin Booker at the helm (18:33), and debate the change in the role of 3-pointers (31:09). Then, they analyze how the San Antonio Spurs have managed to thrive in the absence of key players (37:31), wonder if DeMarcus Cousins should be shooting 3s (46:01), and evaluate the likelihoods of recent trade rumors (48:23). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Dec 28, 2017
Drive and Dish NBA: New Year Who Dis, West coast NBA Resolutions. / Its New Years, and everyone is trying
Drive and Dish NBA: New Year Who Dis, West coast NBA Resolutions. / Its New Years, and everyone is trying to better themselves... So whether or not they want it Kevin and Justin offer their New Years Resolutions for all the west coast teams. Hear what they think teams like the: Clippers, Trailblazers, Grizzlies, Pelicans, Warriors, Spurs, Rockets, Timberwolves, Suns, Kings, Thunder, Nuggets, Jazz, Lakers, and Mavericks. Disagree with something we said?? Please let us know On Social Media! Just Search "Drive and Dish NBA" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Dec 18, 2017
Drive and Dish NBA: Good News & Bad News Kawhi's Back & Potential NBA Trades! / Tim, Kevin, and Justin
Drive and Dish NBA: Good News & Bad News Kawhi's Back & Potential NBA Trades! / Tim, Kevin, and Justin are all back to record a new pod! , They talk some show changes, and how you can help them. Plus the already good Spurs are getting even better because Kawhi Leonard is back... should the rest of the NBA be worried... there are some trade talks brewing with some centers.. who do we think is most likely to move? Hear it all and more here! 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
1 hour
Dec 5, 2017
MIL/BOS, ORL/CHA, GSW/NOP, DET/SAS, News / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look at
MIL/BOS, ORL/CHA, GSW/NOP, DET/SAS, News / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look at the big games from Monday's slate, including Milwaukee at Boston, Orlando at Charlotte, Golden State at New Orleans, and Detroit at San Antonio. Plus we hit on the latest injury news, including the imminent return of Kawhi Leonard. - - 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.
38 minutes
Dec 4, 2017
LOCKED ON NBA - Biggest stories, local experts in Houston, San Antonio and Utah / Every week Locked on NBA
LOCKED ON NBA - Biggest stories, local experts in Houston, San Antonio and Utah / Every week Locked on NBA starts with the biggest stories from the Local Experts, the hosts of the Locked on Podcast Network - This week host David Locke starts in Houston with Ben DuBose, host of Locked on Rockets. They discuss the #1 seeded Rockets, how Chris Paul has integrated, what they are running when both of James Harden and Paul are on the floor as well as the impact on Eric Gordon. The Rockets currently have a top 10 defense is that sustainable with this roster. - The next stop stays in Texas and check in with the never a big story San Antonio Spurs. Jeff Garcia, host of Locked on Spurs, shares how the Greg Popovich coached teams are always able to survive. What is going to happen to LaMarcus Aldridge when Kwahi Leonard returns and the play of Rudy Gay. - The last stop brings Ben Anderson into host as the guest is Locked on Jazz host David Locke. How have the Jazz survived without Rudy Gobert and is he really coming back soon. Who is this kid Donovan Mitchell and is he hot or real? - The show is brought to you by Blue Apron where you can $30 off your first mean at blueapron.com/locknba and by casper matress when you can use the promo code Locked and get $50 off your first matress at casper.com/locked. Also, join the Locked on Podcast Network hosts for Draft Wednesday on the app draft with promo code LONBA. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Nov 28, 2017
A Tale of Two Hot Seats: The Fractured Grizzlies and the Dismal Clippers (Ep. 169) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon
A Tale of Two Hot Seats: The Fractured Grizzlies and the Dismal Clippers (Ep. 169) / The Ringer’s Chris Vernon and Kevin O’Connor parse the falling out between Marc Gasol and David Fizdale (1:16) and debate whether the Memphis Grizzlies should tank (15:34). Then they review the implications of the surging Pistons’ win against the Celtics (45:19), wonder how the San Antonio Spurs keep winning without Kawhi Leonard (51:02), and speculate as to what the latest Blake Griffin injury could mean for the Los Angeles Clippers’ future (52:49). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
51 minutes
Nov 28, 2017
Who are the biggest threats to the Golden State Warriors? / On this week's NBA A to Z, USA TODAY
Who are the biggest threats to the Golden State Warriors? / On this week's NBA A to Z, USA TODAY Sports' Insiders Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt break down the would-be threats to the Golden State Warriors' throne. Can the Houston Rockets, with Chris Paul back in the fold, pose a problem for Golden State? Might San Antonio survive the extended absence of Kawhi Leonard to truly challenge the champs? Jeff breaks down the most familiar foe of all, LeBron James' Cleveland Cavaliers, with beat writer Joe Vardon of Cleveland.com.
1 hour
Nov 22, 2017
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 42 – Western Conference Updates Pelicans Spurs Jazz Thunder Blazers Rockets Kings Mavericks
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 42 – Western Conference Updates Pelicans Spurs Jazz Thunder Blazers Rockets Kings Mavericks / We continue our in-season analysis. The Pelicans bigs are dominating the competitions. But the lack of wing players on the roster are holding them back. Can they find a way to get and stay better than .500? The Spurs have gone back to Patty Mills to start at point guard, how does that affect the rotation? How does that help Kyle Anderson and Rudy Gay? The Jazz believe in themselves while most of the rest of us are writing them off after the Gobert injury. Are the Thunder what their record says they are? Or is it the net rating? The Blazers are the second best defensive rating in the league? Is the defense for real? The Rockets are playing really well but are key rotation players playing too much? The Kings are depressing, but as always we hope it gets better. The Mavericks are lining up for a good amount of ping pong balls. But what is up with Noel’s playing time? 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
47 minutes
Nov 13, 2017
Drive and Dish NBA: Worried For The Spurs? And Who Can Take the #2 Spot In The East? / Tim,
Drive and Dish NBA: Worried For The Spurs? And Who Can Take the #2 Spot In The East? / Tim, Kevin And Justin talk about The Spurs, and If we're worried that Kawhi is not recovering as fast as they need.... How are they replacing him, Is Rudy Gay working? WHO THE HELL IS BRANDON PAUL AND BRYN FORBES????? They then switch focus to the east where they talk about the "early surprise" teams like Knicks, Pistons, Magic, and Pacers. Last they ask if the Raptors, Washington or Boston can take advantage of the Cavs not playing well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
58 minutes
Nov 3, 2017
LAL/POR Thriller, GSW/SAS, Mailbag, Which 2017 Rookie Will Have the Best Career? / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or
LAL/POR Thriller, GSW/SAS, Mailbag, Which 2017 Rookie Will Have the Best Career? / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We get into a ton of observations from the Lakers/ Portland thriller, then hit on Golden State/San Antonio before a fun mailbag. Finally, we look at which 2017 rookie we expect to have the best career with 10% of the season in the books. - - 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.
1 hour
Oct 27, 2017
108 - Early NBA Surprises: The Good, The Bad, The Spurs, and The Eric Bledsoe / Finally, at long last,
108 - Early NBA Surprises: The Good, The Bad, The Spurs, and The Eric Bledsoe / Finally, at long last, following an offseason in which nothing happened, the NBA is giving us something to talk about. - (Wink, wink.) - For realsies, though: Now that the 2017-18 NBA season is more than a week old, it feels like a good time to draw sweeping conclusions and pass profound judgements on teams and players based off wildly small samples. - So let's do that. - Where will this conversation take Andy and Dan on the latest episode of Hardwood Knocks? Nobody knows. Except them. And you. And basically everyone. - We go from riffing on the pleasant surprises, such as the realization that the San Antonio Spurs will never lose again, to unpleasant shocks, like the Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets absolutely sucking wind. We even had time to fall in love with the Los Angeles Clippers all over again, question Chris Paul's future with the Houston Rockets, get Andy all worked up about the Utah Jazz and, most importantly, rap about potential Eric Bledsoe trades. - Buckle up kids, and adults with kids, and also adults without kids. The NBA season is back, and both Andy and Dan are ready to get their scorched-Earth takes on. - 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
39 minutes
Oct 26, 2017
'Group Chat' — It Turns Out All the Bad Teams Are Good (Ep. 151) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and
'Group Chat' — It Turns Out All the Bad Teams Are Good (Ep. 151) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier are joined by Paolo Uggetti to chat about Eastern Conference parity, the improved play of the Magic and Nets, the Spurs' and Raptors' style contrast with the rest of the league, the Cavs' new roster having the same old issues, Draymond Green's deflection tactics, and Eric Gordon’s impressive play without Chris Paul. - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Oct 19, 2017
The Real Opening Night: PHI/WAS, MIN/SAS, NOP/MEM, DEN/UTA / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - -
The Real Opening Night: PHI/WAS, MIN/SAS, NOP/MEM, DEN/UTA / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We recap 4 games from the first big league pass day of the season. Philly/Washington in an exciting, fast-paced game, the Spurs tackle the Wolves without Kawhi Leonard, Memphis takse on New Orleans' twin towers, and the two high-altitude teams clash in Salt Lake City. - - 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.
1 hour
Oct 17, 2017
106 - Kawhi Leonard Has a Franchise to Save: 2017-18 San Antonio Spurs Preview / The San Antonio Spurs are
106 - Kawhi Leonard Has a Franchise to Save: 2017-18 San Antonio Spurs Preview / The San Antonio Spurs are no longer the default option to finish with the second-best record in the Western Conference. That honor now belongs to the Houston Rockets or the Oklahoma City Thunder. - After a puzzling offseason, during which they gave a whopper of a contract to Pau Gasol, the Spurs enter the 2017-18 regular season facing more questions than usual. Extending LaMarcus Aldridge only adds to that ambiguity. And Kawhi Leonard's quad injury threatens to give way to outright pessimism. - Still, these Spurs get the benefit of the doubt. They have to. They've done too much, against convention and logic and counter predictions, for too long to be considered anything other than 55-win locks. - How do they get there this time around? Does it involve a Dejounte Murray coming-of-not-his-age campaign? Will Patty Mills shoulder more of the point guard duties? Will Leonard make a Kevin Durant-like leap as a passer and average five-plus assists per game? - And what's happening up front? Is Aldridge ready to carry the offense for stretches on his own? Is he open to playing a lot more center? Will Rudy Gay be healthy enough to unlock small-ball combinations as a 4? Will Kyle Anderson and/or Davis Bertans get to show out? - Last, but not least, if the Spurs do, in fact, clear 55 wins once again, will this be the best coaching job of Gregg Popovich's illustrious career? - NBA Math's Adam Spinnella (@Spinnella14) joins Hardwood Knocks to break down all this, and so much more—including whether the sun is at all setting on San Antonio's run of dominance. - 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
Oct 16, 2017
Final 2017-2018 NBA Season Preview Episode / First, the guys talk about the Joel Embiid and Hassan Whiteside preseason beef
Final 2017-2018 NBA Season Preview Episode / First, the guys talk about the Joel Embiid and Hassan Whiteside preseason beef on the court... and then on Twitter! and ask if Embiids contract will be worth it! they then ask the last 10 season preview questions:1. Who has impressed you most this Preseason… and who’s most likely to continue playing well into the reg season?2. What is one HOT TAKE you have seen that you think could come true this season?3. Who will score for the Hawks???4. How do the King’s develop Fox with George taking away min?5. Will the Pacers have a better record than the Magic/Pistons6. Which three teams (not including home-team) are your three must-watch league pass teams?7. What one team do you just have absolutely zero interest in watching this season?8. are we sleeping on the Spurs 9. What teams will meet in the Eastern/Western Conference finals10. What two teams will meet in the finals?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2 hours
Oct 13, 2017
LOCKED ON NBA - #113 - West Preview #2 - Thunder, Warriors, Spurs, Pelicans, Timberwolves, Jazz, Blazers Kings, Suns /
LOCKED ON NBA - #113 - West Preview #2 - Thunder, Warriors, Spurs, Pelicans, Timberwolves, Jazz, Blazers Kings, Suns / The hosts of Locked on Podcast Network give a breakdown of their teams previewing the Western Conference for the 2017-18 season. Plus, Josh Lloyd of Locked on Fantasy Basketball stops by for the fantasy breakdown of each team. Get the latest on the Warriors, Thunder, Spurs, Pelicans, Blazers, Jazz, Timberwolves, Suns and Kings - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
31 minutes
Sep 28, 2017
Arcade Fire's Win Butler on the NBA, With Kevin O'Connor (Ep. 140) / The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor is joined by
Arcade Fire's Win Butler on the NBA, With Kevin O'Connor (Ep. 140) / The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor is joined by Arcade Fire frontman Win Butler to discuss the influence of Hakeem Olajuwon (1:30), the state of the Rockets (4:00), the beauty of the Spurs (8:00), beating Matt Bonner in a 3-point contest (11:00), the Pelicans' potential (12:30), the rise of Canadian basketball (18:30), and the idea of "sticking to sports" (24:00). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2 hours
Sep 25, 2017
West over-unders with Arturo Galletti / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux) and Arturo Galletti (@AmericanNumbers) continue their annual tradition of breaking down the
West 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 Western Conference. They go through over/unders and other relevant odds for the Suns (1:56), Kings (8:25), Lakers (13:12), Mavericks (20:45), Grizzlies (30:49), Pelicans (34:59), Jazz (44:12), Trail Blazers (51:10), Clippers (55:19), Nuggets (1:02:12), Timberwolves (1:06:27), Thunder (1:15:28), Spurs (1:18:39), Rockets (1:26:09), Warriors (1:31:30) and their best bets in both conferences. Sponsored by Bombfell (https://www.bombfell.com/realgm) Subscribe to RealGM Radio on iTunes or via the RSS feed.
1 hour
Sep 23, 2017
Melo Trade Graded & NBA Season Preview part 1 / Tim and Justin jump on the Mic to talk about
Melo Trade Graded & NBA Season Preview part 1 / Tim and Justin jump on the Mic to talk about the news that Carmelo Anthony will be traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder... Where does this put them in the west... are they better than the Spurs??? What will their lineups look like. On The Knicks end, how will they use Enes Kanter and Doug McDermott, how do they focus on making Porzingis happy now?? Then we jump into ten questions we have going into the 2017-2018 NBA Season: - Who is most likely to win MVP this year? - What Superstar who changed teams has the most to prove? - Only 4 players from last years Celtics squad is returning, how likely is it they can truly contend with the Cavs for the best team in the East? - Will Reggie Jackson be able to return to form this year? Or is Stan Van likely to roll out Ish Smith as the starting point guard at some point through the season? And Much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1½ hours
Sep 13, 2017
Southwest Division with Jonathan Tjarks and Rob Mahoney / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux), Jonathan Tjarks of The Ringer (@JonathanTjarks) and Rob Mahoney
Southwest Division with Jonathan Tjarks and Rob Mahoney / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux), Jonathan Tjarks of The Ringer (@JonathanTjarks) and Rob Mahoney of Sports Illustrated (@RobMahoney) go in-depth on the NBA's Southwest Division. They discuss how the Spurs, Rockets, Mavericks, Pelicans and Grizzlies fared in the off-season, including which teams improved and what moves stood out. The three also predict the season to come, including projected finish, breakout players and rookies they are most excited to see. 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.
1 hour
Sep 5, 2017
82 - CP3 + Harden = Look Out Dubs? Houston Rockets Preview with Eric Spyropoulos / Chris Paul is a
82 - CP3 + Harden = Look Out Dubs? Houston Rockets Preview with Eric Spyropoulos / Chris Paul is a member of the Houston Rockets. - Yes, that happened. No, you didn't dream it. It was a real thing that went down over the offseason. Paul and James Harden are starting in the same backcourt. The Rockets have 55-plus wins written all over them. They have overtaken the San Antonio Spurs, and the Cleveland Cavaliers, and the new-look Oklahoma City Thunder, as the biggest threat to the Golden State Warriors. - Or have they? - Superstar formations take time to jell. Harden and Paul should be no different. There will be a learning curve, perhaps a steep one. But the fact that Paul and Harden wanted this matters. It means both of them should be willing to make the necessary concessions. At the very least, after opting in and delaying a long-term payday, Paul should be ready to do whatever it takes to thrive alongside Harden. - Mix in the returns of Nene, Eric Gordon, Trevor Ariza and Clint Capela, along with the additions of Luc Mbah a Moute and P.J. Tucker, and it's hard not to see the Rockets as a budding superpower. And that's before even considering Ryan Anderson—or, if general manager Daryl Morey gets his way, Carmelo Anthony. - These Rockets, on paper, are built to play any sort of style, not unlike the Warriors...right down to the ceiling on a knockoff Death Lineup that features Paul, Harden, Ariza, Mbah a Moute and Tucker. And yet, can we really call them the second-best squad in the NBA, or even the Western Conference? NBA Math's own Eric Spyropoulos (@EricSpyrosNBA) joins us to make sense of Houston's lavish makeup. - 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). 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 3, 2017
#77 - 2017-18 Southwest Division preview / Will Nerlens Noel regret turning down the Dallas Mavericks' reported four-year, $70 million
#77 - 2017-18 Southwest Division preview / Will Nerlens Noel regret turning down the Dallas Mavericks' reported four-year, $70 million contract offer? How will Chris Paul and James Harden mesh in Houston? Will the DeMarcus Cousins-Anthony Davis pairing take flight in New Orleans? Is there any hope of Chandler Parsons having a bounce-back season in Memphis? What should the San Antonio Spurs do at point guard until Tony Parker returns from his quad injury?Check out the episode to hear Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Sarah Cilea (@wildhorses65), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Chris Axmann (@AlmightyBallin) of AlmightyBaller.com discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod