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1½ hours
Aug 30, 2018
187 - Southeast Division Preview for 2018-19 Season (ATL, CHA, MIA, ORL, WAS) / NBA preview #SZN is upon us!
187 - Southeast Division Preview for 2018-19 Season (ATL, CHA, MIA, ORL, WAS) / NBA preview #SZN is upon us! Hardwood Knocks tips off its division-by-division breakdown with the ever-awesome Adam Spinella (@Spinella14), the Assistant Men's Basketball Coach at Washington & Jefferson college, in addition to a contributor for BBallBreakdown and NBA Math itself. Dan gave him the option of where to start, and Adam, being the hero that he is, selected the Southeast division. So, on this episode, we're breaking down all things Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards. - - For the outline-obsessed, here's how this will work from now until the end of time: We'll go over 2017-18 vitals before diving into the following topics: - - Best offseason move - Worst offseason move/Biggest offseason loss - Player most likely to break out (rookies included) - Player most likely to be traded - Will each team have a better offense or defense? - Playoffs or nah? - What's the ceiling for reach team, regardless of their postseason status? (i.e. record predictions) - Ready? Set? Leggo! - - Be sure to check out Part I of this mini-series. And as always, please 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
Aug 21, 2018
Episode 3 - Hibachi Time! / Gil looks back on his exit from Golden State and his arrival in Washington.
Episode 3 - Hibachi Time! / Gil looks back on his exit from Golden State and his arrival in Washington. He recalls a few other teams that could have been for Agent Zero...and yes, a coin flip to decide his next team. Before he'd figure things out as a Wizard, the Cali kid would have to adjust to the east coast. Once he got comfortable, the takeover was on and a new era was in full swing. He looks back on the team in those first two seasons, the joy he experienced making an all-star team and the story of an all-time great nickname. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3½ hours
Aug 14, 2018
MEGA 21-Team Summer League Prospect Review / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A ridiculously
MEGA 21-Team Summer League Prospect Review / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A ridiculously long 21-team prospect review, from the LA Clippers thru Washington, but then Brooklyn, Boston, Detroit, New Orleans, and Utah at the end. We hit on every NBA relevant prospect from summer league. - - Timestamps: - - 0:00 = LAC - - 10:50 = LAL - - 22:25 = MEM - - 36:30 = MIA - - 41:10 = MIL - - 46:15 = MIN - - 53:35 = NYK - - 1:06:49 = OKC - - 1:13:20 = ORL - - 1:24:20 = PHI - - 1:31:15 = PHO - - 1:48:25 = POR - - 2:03:20 = SAC - - 2:17:20 = SAS - - 2:24:30 = TOR - - 2:28:50 = WAS - - 2:37:00 = BRK - - 2:43:00 = BOS - - 2:54:10 = DET - - 3:04:20 = NOP - - 3:11:30 = UTA - - 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
Aug 1, 2018
Atlantic Division with Tim Bontemps and Jared Weiss / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux), Tim Bontemps of the Washington Post (@TimBontemps)
Atlantic Division with Tim Bontemps and Jared Weiss / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux), Tim Bontemps of the Washington Post (@TimBontemps) and Jared Weiss of The Athletic (@JaredWeissNBA) go in-depth on the NBAâs Atlantic Division. - - They discuss how the Celtics, Raptors, 76ers, Knicks and Nets fared in the off-season and predict the season to come, including projected finish, breakout players and rookies they are most excited to see. - - Sponsored by Me Undies (meundies.com/realgm), Quip (getquip.com/RealGM) and TrueCar - Subscribe to RealGM Radio on iTunes or via the RSS feed.
38 minutes
Jul 24, 2018
Washington Wizards head coach Scott Brooks / Joining Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports this week is Wizards head coach Scott
Washington Wizards head coach Scott Brooks / Joining Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports this week is Wizards head coach Scott Brooks. Mannix and Brooks discuss Washington's season, John Wall's health, the Wizards offseason moves--including bringing in Dwight Howard--and more. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
2 hours
Jul 23, 2018
Melo Trade, Vlade Poaching, Re-Grading the 2017 Offseason (East) / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. -
Melo Trade, Vlade Poaching, Re-Grading the 2017 Offseason (East) / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - Catching up on all the big transactions of the last week, including the Melo/Schroder trade, Dudley/Arthur, Richaun Holmes, and more. We also catch up on the recent signings, including the Kings getting committments from 2 players who had already agreed elsewhere. - - Then we hold ourselves accountable by going back over our grades for the 2017 offseason in the East. How do the Jimmy Butler and Paul George trades look now in hindsight? - - Timestamps: - - 0:00-21:15 - Melo Trade - - 21:15-39:00 - Melo/Smart signings and Vlade Poaching - - 39:00-55:50 - Wrapping up the other news and signings - - 55:50-1:26:45 - Regrades for Atlanta through Detroit (alphabetical order) - - 1:26:45-1:54:44 - Regrades for Indiana through Washington (alphabetical order) - - 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.
52 minutes
Jul 12, 2018
Free Agency In The East / Kevin and Justin are back with a midweek episode talking about the less than
Free Agency In The East / Kevin and Justin are back with a midweek episode talking about the less than exciting "NBA free agency" in the Eastern Conference:Nets: Ed Davis, 1-year $4.4 million, Joe Harris 2-years $16 million, Pacers: Tyreke Evans, 1-year $12 million, Kyle OâQuinn 1-year $4.5 million, Doug McDermott 3-years $22 million.Bucks: Ersan Ilyasova 3-years, $21 million and Brook Lopez at a VERY team friendly deal. Knicks: Mario Hezjonia, 1-year $6.5 millionCeltics: Aaron Baynes, 2-years $11 million.76ers: JJ Redick, 1-year $13 million, Amir Johnson 1-year deal, Nemanji Bejlinca 1-year deal, Add Wilson Chandler via trade, Wizards: Jeff Green, 1-year $2.5 million, Dwight Howard 1-year $5.3 millionMagic: Aaron Gordon, 4-years $84 million, Isaiah Briscoe 1-year deal Raptors: Fred VanVleet 2-years, $18 millionHornets: Tony Parker, 2-years $10 millionLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Jul 3, 2018
#158 - Boogie to the Warriors, Rondo to the Lakers and more / In this episode of The NBA Podcast,
#158 - Boogie to the Warriors, Rondo to the Lakers and more / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss DeMarcus Cousins joining the Golden State Warriors, Rajon Rondo heading to the Los Angeles Lakers and more of Monday's notable free-agent signings.Should the NBA step in to prevent Cousins from joining the Wizards? Why would the Lakers be interested in adding another non-shooter in Rondo? Should the New Orleans Pelicans start Julius Randle alongside Anthony Davis? Did the Utah Jazz and Philadelphia 76ers get good value on Derrick Favors and JJ Redick, respectively?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
1 hour
Jun 27, 2018
Austin Rivers to the Wizards, D.J. to Dallas (Potentially), and More Free-Agency Rumors | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 295)
Austin Rivers to the Wizards, D.J. to Dallas (Potentially), and More Free-Agency Rumors | The Ringer NBA Show (Ep. 295) / The Ringerâs Chris Vernon and Kevin OâConnor discuss the recent trade by the Los Angeles Clippers that sent Austin Rivers to the Washington Wizards (01:12) and the potential for the Clips to deal DeAndre Jordan to the Dallas Mavericks (03:47). Then they discuss Paul Georgeâs free agency and how what he decides will affect other free agents (16:26), what it would cost the 76ers to sign both Kawhi Leonard and LeBron James (30:16), and the free agents that arenât being talked about (48:21). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
41 minutes
Jun 26, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA--6/27/18--5 of the most interesting free agents not named LeBron; Clippers and Wizards trade / Free agency is
LOCKED ON NBA--6/27/18--5 of the most interesting free agents not named LeBron; Clippers and Wizards trade / Free agency is almost upon us and Jake Madison (@NolaJake) and John Karalis (@RedsArmy_John) take a look at 5 interesting free agents not named LeBron James. And we have our first trade! The Clippers send Austin Rivers to the Wizards in exchange for Marcin Gortat. The hosts break down what that could mean for DeMarcus Cousins. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Jun 19, 2018
170 - NBA Draft Mailbag with Cole Zwicker: Kawhi Rumors, Luka Doncic, Potential Trades, Trae Young, Kangzzz, More! / If
170 - NBA Draft Mailbag with Cole Zwicker: Kawhi Rumors, Luka Doncic, Potential Trades, Trae Young, Kangzzz, More! / If you're fully prepared for Thursday's prospect pageant, well, hey, good for you! If not, you will be at the end of this podcast. The Stepien's Cole Zwicker (@colezwicker) joins Hardwood Knocks to discuss all things NBA draft. Along with Dan, he plows through a mailbag directed by you, our ever-awesome listeners, that covers Luka Doncic, Trae Young, Deandre Ayton, the Cavaliers, the Knicks, Shai Alexander, Mikal Bridges, Miles Bridges, Troy Brown, the Clippers, under-the-radar prospects, Mitchell Robinson, the Wizards, Kevin Huerter, Wendell Carter Jr., Jaren Jackson Jr., Michael Porter Jr., Zhaire Smith, Jacob Evans, Jontay Porter, Collin Sexton, De'Anthony Melton, Jalen Brunson, Elie Okobo, the Hawks, the 76ers and so much friggin' more. - - Because this is a podcast of the people, Dan asksâpleads with, reallyâCole 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 awayâlike, right now. You'll enrich your life, guaranteed. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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
46 minutes
May 23, 2018
CLE/BOS Game 5; WAS Offseason Outlook / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We break
CLE/BOS Game 5; WAS Offseason Outlook / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We break down Boston's continued home dominance in Game 5, and then discuss a cash-strapped offseason for the Washington Wizards. Will a major move be coming? - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux). Â And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Â Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.
1½ hours
May 2, 2018
#136 - What's next for the Heat, Bucks, Wizards and Pacers? / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten
#136 - What's next for the Heat, Bucks, Wizards and Pacers? / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) look ahead to the big offseason questions for the Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, Washington Wizards and Indiana Pacers.Could the Heat trade Hassan Whiteside for anything of value? How much should the Bucks be willing to spend to retain Jabari Parker? Should the Wizards consider trading John Wall before his new contract kicks in? Is Myles Turner deserving of a max extension this summer?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
1½ hours
Apr 29, 2018
Cavs Push Through, Rockets Blast Jazz, and Warriors Still Got It, Plus Sixers-Celtics Preview | Heat Check (Ep. 258) /
Cavs Push Through, Rockets Blast Jazz, and Warriors Still Got It, Plus Sixers-Celtics Preview | Heat Check (Ep. 258) / The Ringerâs John Gonzalez sits down with Juliet Litman and Chris Ryan to react to the Cleveland Cavaliers edging out the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 (3:40) and the Houston Rockets dominating the Utah Jazz (19:14). Then they preview the series between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers (25:27) and question the viability of the Oklahoma City Thunderâs future after they were bounced out of the first round (36:16). - Finally, Kevin OâConnor joins to discuss the Golden State Warriors pummeling the New Orleans Pelicans (53:16), debate how the Cleveland Cavaliers will fare against the Toronto Raptors (58:46), and consider the ways in which the Washington Wizards and Milwaukee Bucks can learn from their early exits (1:05:03). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Apr 27, 2018
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 teamâthe 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
1 hour
Apr 26, 2018
Two Classics: UTA/OKC and IND/CLE Game 5s. Plus TOR/WAS, and Bud out in ATL / Click to subscribe via RSS
Two Classics: UTA/OKC and IND/CLE Game 5s. Plus TOR/WAS, and Bud out in ATL / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We recap two first-round classics in UTA/OKC and IND/CLE Game 5. Then a look at Toronto's win against Washington, a little on Minnesota/Houston, and finally the departure of Mike Budenholzer from Atlanta. - - 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
Apr 23, 2018
Washington Resurges, Sixers Escalate, Pelicans Sweep, and Cavs Edge One Out | Heat Check (Ep. 253) / The Ringerâs John
Washington Resurges, Sixers Escalate, Pelicans Sweep, and Cavs Edge One Out | Heat Check (Ep. 253) / The Ringerâs John Gonzalez sits down with Joe House to react to all of the weekendâs playoff action, including the Washington Wizardsâ electric comeback against the Toronto Raptors (2:29), the Philadelphia 76ersâ impressive rise to contention (23:59), the New Orleans Pelicansâ surprising sweep of the Portland Trail Blazers (32:03), and the Cleveland Cavaliersâ rocky road thus far (50:45). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Apr 19, 2018
Fastbreak Breakfast S4 Ep. 27 "Don't Quit Bucks and Wizards!" / S4 Ep. 27 "Don't Quit Bucks and Wizards!" Each
Fastbreak Breakfast S4 Ep. 27 "Don't Quit Bucks and Wizards!" / S4 Ep. 27 "Don't Quit Bucks and Wizards!" Each playoff series has played two games, and Keith, Jon and Chuck are loving it all. (Except for the Wizards, who stink.) They recap the moments that they've enjoyed so far and update their predictions based on what they've seen.Join 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 content.Episode 258 (S4 Ep. 27)
57 minutes
Apr 16, 2018
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 74â Day One Deep Dive / The Raptors held true to the identity
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 74â 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 Ringerâs
The Playoffs Are Here: Early Upsets and Flipping the Switch (or Not) | Heat Check (Ep. 249) / The Ringerâs 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 OâConnor comes on to talk about the Indiana Pacers pulling off an impressive upset against the Cleveland Cavaliers (28:26), the Boston Celticsâ 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
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
1 hour
Apr 12, 2018
#128 - 2018 Eastern Conference Round 1 preview and predictions / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen
#128 - 2018 Eastern Conference Round 1 preview and predictions / In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down Round 1 of the 2018 Eastern Conference playoff bracket and give their predictions for each series.Will the Toronto Raptors exorcise their playoff demons against the Washington Wizards? Do the Kyrie Irving-less Boston Celtics have the firepower to keep up with Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks? Should the Philadelphia 76ers be on upset alert against the Miami Heat? Can the Indiana Pacers put up a fight against LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
56 minutes
Apr 10, 2018
Reviewing Preseason Predictions; Every Playoff Scenario and Incentive / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - -
Reviewing Preseason Predictions; Every Playoff Scenario and Incentive / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We start with the crazy East playoff picture and all the incentives as the Bucks, Wizards, and Heat try to avoid Cleveland while the Bucks also try to keep their draft pick. - - Then Danny joins to discuss our preseason predictions for ROY, COY, MVP, and more and see how they stacked up with reality. - - Finally I go through the entire West playoff scenario to preview tomorrow's games and the varying incentives, before wrapping up the tank race and discussing the Grizzlies' buy/sell clause aftermath. - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux). Â And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Â Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.
53 minutes
Apr 2, 2018
#DCFamily Is Full & HOF Class 2018 / Happy Holiday! The guys are back, this time to talk about the
#DCFamily Is Full & HOF Class 2018 / Happy Holiday! The guys are back, this time to talk about the return of John Wall and what that means for the Washington Wizards and the rest of the Eastern Conference in the playoffs! The guys then jump into Ballin and Falling where they highlight players from the Warriors, Trail Blazers, Knicks and Cavaliers! After that, we pay homage to the Greats in this 2018 HOF class (Steve Nash, Jason Kidd, Grant Hill, Maurice Cheeks). then we hit some hot takes from Reddit centered around, Kawhi Leanord, Tobias Harris, Blake Griffin & The Brooklyn Nets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
32 minutes
Mar 27, 2018
Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert, Utah Jazz; Top stories from around the NBA / On this week's NBA A
Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert, Utah Jazz; Top stories from around the NBA / On this week's NBA A to Z podcast, Insider Sam Amick talks with Utah Jazz stars Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert about their surprise season and their respective candidacies for the Rookie of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year awards. Sam and fellow NBA reporter Jeff Zillgitt discuss other storylines as well, from LeBron James' place in the MVP race to the Washington Wizards and why getting John Wall back is such a big deal.
1½ hours
Mar 26, 2018
Young Prospects Season in Review: MIL, ATL, CHA, MIA, ORL, WAS; Kyrie/Steph Hurt / Click to subscribe via RSS feed
Young Prospects Season in Review: MIL, ATL, CHA, MIA, ORL, WAS; Kyrie/Steph Hurt / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - So we kind of deviated from the plan on this one. We started off thinking we'd a prospect review for all 15 teams in the East, but then realized that was WAY too much for one podcast. So we look at the youngs for Milwaukee, Atlanta, Charlotte, Miami, Orlando, and Washington this season. Oh, and then we talked in detail about the Curry and Irving injuries at the end after we initially said we wouldn't. - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.
32 minutes
Mar 25, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - 3/26/18 - Biggest Stories, Local Experts - Sixers, Cavaliers, Wizards / Host Josh Lloyd takes a
LOCKED ON NBA - 3/26/18 - Biggest Stories, Local Experts - Sixers, Cavaliers, Wizards / Host Josh Lloyd takes a look at the Cavs and the reintegration of Kevin Love with Chris Manning of Locked On Cavs, chats with Keith Pompey of Locked On Sixers about the Sixers clinching a winning record (9:54), and talks to Noah Goetzel of Locked On Wizards to discuss John Wall's impending return and the wide-open Eastern Conference (17:59). - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Mar 15, 2018
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 66 â Heat, Wizards, Hornets, Nets / Is Joel Embiid on a trajectory
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 66 â Heat, Wizards, Hornets, Nets / Is Joel Embiid on a trajectory to be the best player in the league in 2 years? The Heat are playing well again but entered the week still outside the top 6 in the Eastern Conference standings. What should we make of their play of recent? Especially the play of Justice Winslow? The Wizards win games when they make shots and lose games when they donât. Will they ever be anything other than that? The Hornets are not going to make the playoffs. Is it time to blow it up? Maybe not. The Nets are always fun to watch. But is there anything really meaningful to their future materializing? 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
2 hours
Mar 12, 2018
15 in 60 (Eastern Conference 3.12.18) / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look
15 in 60 (Eastern Conference 3.12.18) / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look at the 15 teams in the Eastern Conference starting with Liam's team, Detroit, followed by the rest of the conference in reverse alphabetical order from Washington to Atlanta. - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux). Â And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Â Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.
1½ hours
Mar 9, 2018
142 - Derrick Rose's Fit on Timberwolves, Report Cards for Eastern Conference / Derrick Rose is now a member of
142 - Derrick Rose's Fit on Timberwolves, Report Cards for Eastern Conference / Derrick Rose is now a member of the Timberwolves, because, well, Tom Thibodeau likes collecting former Bulls. (Shoutout, Aaron Brooks.) Dan and Andy break down D-Rose's fit in Minnesotaâspoiler: It's not greatâand discuss what his arrival might mean for his career and Tyus Jones' own role. - After that, it's time to roll out the quarterly Eastern Conference report cards! Andy and Dan deliver their grades for all 15 teams while also trying to make sense of a jumbled middle class that includes the 76ers, Bucks, Heat, Pacers, Wizards and, for now, the Cavaliers. - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
40 minutes
Mar 1, 2018
LOCKED ON NBA - Locke with Mavs' voice Chuck Cooperstein / David Locke sits down with a Thursday conversation with
LOCKED ON NBA - Locke with Mavs' voice Chuck Cooperstein / David Locke sits down with a Thursday conversation with Mavericks voice Chuck Cooperstein. After Locke, runs down last night's action they turn their focus on the Western Conference.  Cooperstein has some strong comments on Russell Westbrook and the Thunder, then the conversation moves to the Rockets and the Western Conference Playoff battle. - Then they turn to the Eastern Conference, who is the favorite and who takes the #1 seed? They discuss if the Raptors did enough during the trade deadline and Washington's play without John Wall. - Then they both announce the move they would make if they were the commissioner of the NBA.  - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49 minutes
Feb 28, 2018
Playoff Race Games Go Down to the Wire: LAC/DEN, PHI/MIA, WAS/MIL / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.
Playoff Race Games Go Down to the Wire: LAC/DEN, PHI/MIA, WAS/MIL / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We lock in on the playoff race with 3 outstanding games between playoff hopefuls: LA Clippers at Denver, Philly at Miami, and Washington at Milwaukee. - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux). Â And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Â Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.
1 hour
Feb 27, 2018
Fastbreak Breakfast S4 Ep. 20 "Rommel vs. Patton" / S4 Ep. 20 "Rommel vs. Patton" Keith, Jon and Chuck have
Fastbreak Breakfast S4 Ep. 20 "Rommel vs. Patton" / S4 Ep. 20 "Rommel vs. Patton" Keith, Jon and Chuck have convened to chat about potty training, tanking, Anthony Davis, Wizards and more.Join 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 243 (S4 Episode 20 BLAZE)
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
40 minutes
Feb 14, 2018
Inside the Cavsâ Trade Deadline, Drama in D.C., and More NBA Gossip | Sources Say (Ep. 211) / The Ringer's
Inside the Cavsâ Trade Deadline, Drama in D.C., and More NBA Gossip | Sources Say (Ep. 211) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Juliet Litman sit down to discuss current NBA story lines, including Adrian Wojnarowski's inside story of the Cavs' drastic roster change (2:35), Steve Kerr letting his players coach (15:15), the Wizards' locker room problems (19:45), Blake Griffin's palimony lawsuit (28:00), Lonzo Ball expecting a child (34:10), and more. - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Feb 6, 2018
Collapsing Cavs, New-Look Pistons, Wizards Without Wall, and Trade Deadlines | Heat Check (Ep. 205) / The Ringerâs John Gonzalez
Collapsing Cavs, New-Look Pistons, Wizards Without Wall, and Trade Deadlines | Heat Check (Ep. 205) / The Ringerâs John Gonzalez brings on Shea Serrano to discuss the tumultuous Cleveland Cavaliers (3:30), Jonathan Tjarks to deliberate over the Pistonsâ future (18:45), Joe House to question whether the Wizards should trade John Wall (32:35), and Kevin OâConnor and Jason Concepcion to review previous trade deadlines and preview the upcoming one (44:35). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Feb 6, 2018
134 - Eastern Conference Trade Deadline Primer: BOS/TOR/CLE/MIA/WAS/MIL/PHI/IND / Let's go, Round 2! - After previewing the trade deadline for
134 - Eastern Conference Trade Deadline Primer: BOS/TOR/CLE/MIA/WAS/MIL/PHI/IND / Let's go, Round 2! - After previewing the trade deadline for each of the Eastern Conference's projected lottery teams, Hardwood Knocks is back to talk shop about the playoff-bound squads: Celtics, Raptors, Cavaliers, Heat, Wizards, Bucks, Pacers and 76ers. Dan is once again joined by NBA Math's own Adam Spinella (@Spinella14) to cover everything from players most likely to be moved; the toughest contracts to deal; the biggest needs for each team; potential trades; and anything you can think of in-between. - Be sure to check out Part I of this breakdown, which zeroes in on all of the same for the East's seven lottery teams. Don't forget about our all-in-one Western Conference trade-deadline primer either, which can be found here. - Ready? Set? Let's go (make some mother effing trades)! - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
57 minutes
Feb 5, 2018
What A Week (NBA Injuries & Trades) / Justin And Kevin take a dive into the recent string of big-name
What A Week (NBA Injuries & Trades) / Justin And Kevin take a dive into the recent string of big-name NBA injuries... The Washington DC Wizards Losing John Wall for 6-8 Weeks with Knee Surgery. What are they still winning without him... and some of the player's comments about playing "team" ball now that he's out. The Cleveland Cavaliers continue to fall now with Kevin Love out for 6-8 Weeks, is this worse case scenario for them, how much pressure is on Isaiah Thomas now? Who's injury is worse for each team Wall or Love? Andre Roberson's injury is going to Hurt the Oklahoma City Thunder on the Defensive End of the court... but now we get to see what happened with another scoring threat... or will they look into Marcus Smart? (the Celtics are reportedly shopping him for a 1st round pick) Mike Connely is also done for the season for the Grizzlies. The Guys then shift over to talk about the Greg Monroe move, he's going to the Celtics over the Pelicans essentially picking Winning over Min Per game. Speaking of New Orleans, they moved Omer Asik, Tony Allen, Jameer Nelson and a 1st Round pick to Chicago for Nikola Mirotic... the Bulls got a TON for him! all this and how Kevin Tricked Justin into Running a 15K on this episode of the Drive and Dish NBA! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
52 minutes
Feb 1, 2018
Unpacking the LeBron-to-GSW Possibility, Plus Trade Rumors | Group Chat (Ep. 203) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier
Unpacking the LeBron-to-GSW Possibility, Plus Trade Rumors | Group Chat (Ep. 203) / The Ringer's Chris Ryan and Justin Verrier are joined by Haley OâShaughnessy to discuss LeBron saying he would "consider" going to Golden State (1:20), Nikola Mirotic's trade to the Pelicans (9:20), and possible trades for players including DeAndre Jordan (15:05) and Tyreke Evans (19:20). Then, they survey some NBA teams to figure out if they're at their best or worst for this season, including the Nuggets, Pacers, Wizards, and more (27:50). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Jan 31, 2018
#111 - Where does DeMarcus Cousins' injury leave the Pelicans? / With DeMarcus Cousins done for the year due to
#111 - Where does DeMarcus Cousins' injury leave the Pelicans? / With DeMarcus Cousins done for the year due to his torn Achilles, where do the New Orleans Pelicans go from here? Should they be buyers at the trade deadline? Can they still make the playoffs? How should the Washington Wizards approach the deadline with John Wall sidelined until March? Should the Oklahoma City Thunder look for outside help to replace Andre Roberson? Will the Memphis Grizzlies conduct a fire sale with Mike Conley now out for the season? Check out the episode to hear Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
50 minutes
Jan 31, 2018
Blake Griffin Trade, John Wall's knee, and a discussion with NBA officials about the rising tension with players / On
Blake Griffin Trade, John Wall's knee, and a discussion with NBA officials about the rising tension with players / On this week's edition of the NBA A to Z podcast, Insiders Sam Amick and Jeff Zillgitt debate what the Blake Griffin trade means for the Los Angeles Clippers and the Detroit Pistons and discuss the fallout of John Wall's knee injury for the Washington Wizards. Sam, in a recent conference call with NBA league officials Byron Spruell, Michelle Johnson and Monty McCutchen, also explores the hot topic of rising tensions between players and officials.
1½ hours
Jan 28, 2018
DeMarcus, Roberson, Conley Done for the Year; 15 in 60 (East) Part 1 / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.
DeMarcus, Roberson, Conley Done for the Year; 15 in 60 (East) Part 1 / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - What are the implications of DeMarcus Cousins' injury for he and the Pelican's short- and long-term futures? How will OKC look without Andre Roberson? The Grizz rev up the tank with Mike Conley done for the season. Plus we look at 7 of the East's teams, in order Boston, Atlanta,  Milwaukee, Chicago, Detroit, Brooklyn, and Washington. - - - - 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 25, 2018
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 53 â Who should trade for Kemba? Team Updates for Heat, Wizards, Bucks,
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 53 â Who should trade for Kemba? Team Updates for Heat, Wizards, Bucks, Nets / Now that itâs widely known that the Hornets are looking for a trade partner for Kemba Walker as to dig out of some of their financial contraints we discuss which organizations should step up and make a serious effort to acquire him. Are the Miami Heat a team that is going to have to be dealt with in the Eastern Conference playoffs? What is going on with Hassan Whiteside who sat the entire 4th quarter the comeback win over the Hornets? Are the Bucks as pedestrian as their numbers indicate they are? It really comes down to 2 positions on the roster⌠which ones? And that analysis might be quite similar to our perspective on the Wizards. Weird! Why are the Nets still so much fun to watch? Why are they still winning games they are not supposed to be winning and how is that low wrecking what is going on in Cleveland? 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
Jan 25, 2018
Mock All-Star Draft, Mock Trade Deadline Part 2 / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - The third
Mock All-Star Draft, Mock Trade Deadline Part 2 / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - The third annual mock trade deadline extravaganza! We're joined by Kevin Pelton of ESPN and Dan (Grun)Feldman of NBC Sports to helm the league's 30 teams and mock out the trade deadline. In part 2, the action heats up as the Jazz and Nuggets try to make big moves, the Celtics look to add some scoring, the Wizards look to bolster their bench, and much more. Plus, see if Omer Asik can finally get moved after two years of the Pels unsucessfully trying to dump him in previous mock deadlines. - - - - 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.
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
2 hours
Jan 12, 2018
127 - NBA Report Cards for Eastern Conference & Cavaliers-Grizzlies Trade Idea / Hello again, Hardwood Knocksers! - Andy and
127 - NBA Report Cards for Eastern Conference & Cavaliers-Grizzlies Trade Idea / Hello again, Hardwood Knocksers! - Andy and Dan are rolling on with their midyear NBA report cards. The Western Conference has already been hammered out, and you can check that out here. That means it's time for the Eastern Conference, in all its gloryâor lack thereof. - Have the Cleveland Cavaliers finally met their maker in the Boston Celtics or Toronto Raptors? Will the Milwaukee Bucks and Washington Wizards stop underachieving? Were we too high on the Philadelphia 76ers? Is the Miami Heat's latest midseason surge for real? We go through all this, and more! - But wait: We have even more still. - In addition to doling out report card grades, we'll rap about the long-term futures and trade-deadline priorities of the Heat, Charlotte Hornets, New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers. So let's hop to it! - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
29 minutes
Jan 12, 2018
Candace Buckner "Solving the Wizards" / SPECIAL "Solving the Wizards" Candace Buckner from the Washington Post joins to try and
Candace Buckner "Solving the Wizards" / SPECIAL "Solving the Wizards" Candace Buckner from the Washington Post joins to try and help explain the Washington Wizards, a team with elite talent that seems to never quite find its stride.Support our show at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfast and gain access to exclusive bonus content Episode 230 (S4 Special)
1 hour
Jan 11, 2018
NBA Tiers with Tim Bontemps / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux) and Tim Bontemps of the Washington Post (@TimBontemps) lay out
NBA Tiers with Tim Bontemps / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux) and Tim Bontemps of the Washington Post (@TimBontemps) lay out their tiers for the entire NBA. - They discuss whether the Warriors are in their own tier, which teams are serious contenders, what playoff series they want to see most, potential trade deadline moves and much more. - Subscribe to RealGM Radio on iTunes or via the RSS feed.  -   -   Â
30 minutes
Jan 10, 2018
Kara Lawson, Former WNBA player and Current Washington Wizards TV Analyst / Jeff and Sam sit down with Kara Lawson,
Kara Lawson, Former WNBA player and Current Washington Wizards TV Analyst / Jeff and Sam sit down with Kara Lawson, the color commentator for the Washington Wizards. They talk about her career in the WNBA and at the University of Tennessee, the play of the Wizards, and what's going on around the league.
1 hour
Jan 1, 2018
Drive and Dish NBA: New Year Who Dis, East coast NBA Resolutions. / Kevin and Justin Welcome in the 2018
Drive and Dish NBA: New Year Who Dis, East coast NBA Resolutions. / Kevin and Justin Welcome in the 2018 year looking to the East Coast Teams and what they should be looking to change into the new year. teams they dive into: Boston Celtics, Toronto Raptors, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Washington Wizards, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, Miami Heat, Charlotte Hornets, Indiana Pacers, Orlando Magic, Atlanta Hawks. Â Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Dec 26, 2017
The Christmas Games 2017 / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look at the
The Christmas Games 2017 / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look at the 5 Christmas day games, in order: Cleveland/Golden State, Houston/Oklahoma City, Washington/Boston, Philadelphia/New York, and Minnesota at LA. - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux). Â And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Â Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.
1½ hours
Dec 23, 2017
#101 - 2017 Christmas Day preview / How will Ben Simmons fare in his Madison Square Garden debut on Christmas
#101 - 2017 Christmas Day preview / How will Ben Simmons fare in his Madison Square Garden debut on Christmas Day? Should we take away anything from the Cleveland Cavaliers-Golden State Warriors matchup? Will the Washington Wizards and Boston Celtics still have bad blood? Can Oklahoma City Thunder's Big Three keep up with the Houston Rockets? Will Lonzo Ball and the Los Angeles Lakers upset the Minnesota Timberwolves?Check out the episode to hear Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
1½ hours
Dec 22, 2017
123 - LeBron to Rockets?, NBA Christmas Day Primer, R.I.P. Hornets/Grizz Mailbag / Howdy, Hardwood Knocksers! Get ready to cover some
123 - LeBron to Rockets?, NBA Christmas Day Primer, R.I.P. Hornets/Grizz Mailbag / Howdy, Hardwood Knocksers! Get ready to cover some serious ground in advance of the NBA's robust Christmas Day slate. - Who will win the battle of the unicorns, between Kristaps Porzingis and Joel Embiid/Ben Simmons, when the New York Knicks meet the Philadelphia 76ers on Christmas Day? Neither Stephen Curry nor Isaiah Thomas will be ready to rock for Monday's NBA Finals rematch, but can the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers still view this game as a barometer? - The Oklahoma City Thunder are getting frisky. They have the league's best defense, Paul George is shooting a little better, and their offense doesn't stink all the time. Can they stand up to the NBA-best Houston Rockets on Christmas? - Do you know what the Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns have in common? They both have a better defensive rating than the Boston Celtics over the past 10 games. Can the boys in green steady their rickety, rockety ship while squaring off against the Wizards? - Watching the Los Angeles Lakers is fun. Watching the Minnesota Timberwolves is notâunless, of course, Jimmy Butler is going to work in crunch time. Who wins their late-night Christmas Day showdown? - Andy and Dan wrap things up with a mailbag the covers Brett Brown's future in Philly, Hassan Whiteside's injury, Dennis Schroder's trade value, the hoplessness of the Charlotte Hornets' situation and so much more. - But first thing's first: The Rockets plan to make a play for LeBron James this summer, according to ESPN.com's Zach Lowe. Is this for real or just a bunch of gobbledygook? - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Dec 8, 2017
119 - NBA Report Cards for Eastern Conference and Jahlil Okafor/Nets/76ers Trade / Now that the 2017-18 NBA season has
119 - NBA Report Cards for Eastern Conference and Jahlil Okafor/Nets/76ers Trade / Now that the 2017-18 NBA season has eked pasts its quarter-pole mark, rumor has it we're free to hand out report grades for every team. Hardwood Knocks already tackled the Western Conference, which you can, and should, and must, listen to here. Now it's on to the Eastern Conferenceâbut not before we react to the Philadelphia 76ers trading Jahlil Okafor and Nik Stauskas to the Brooklyn Nets for Trevor Booker. - All 15 squads are coveredâin random orderâso you needn't worry about us leaving anyone out. Among the most pressing questions: Do the Boston Celtics deserve perfect marks? Who among the Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat and Washington Wizards gets a failing grade? Is the Cleveland Cavaliers' recent tear a harbinger of things to come or merely a protracted blip on the radar? - Should the New York Knicks get a favorable grade for hovering around .500? How about the Indiana Pacers? Are the Milwaukee Bucks the biggest underachievers in the conference? Have the Orlando Magic screwed themselves during their latest nosedive? Do the Toronto Raptors warrantâgaspâa Celtics-esque grade? Are there silver linings to plumb for the tanking Atlanta Hawks and Chicago Bulls? - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Dec 6, 2017
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 44 â Team Updates for 76ers Cavaliers Wizards Celtics / Full Court Press
Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 44 â Team Updates for 76ers Cavaliers Wizards Celtics / Full Court Press NBA Podcast Episode 44 â Team Updates for 76ers Cavaliers Wizards CelticsWe continue our in-season analysis. This week we tried to assess whether the 76ers are a viable 50-win team. They had played an interesting schedule and come out largely successful. They are an incredibly productive team but one that still makes a lot of mistakes. What are those mistakes? Are they correctable this season? Might they look to add another veteran player or two to make themselves a more serious playoff team? Whether they do or donât we think nobody is going to want to encounter them in any round of the playoffs. Why? The Cavaliers are on a double-digit game winning streak. Is everything fine in Cleveland now? The answer is NO, why? The Wizards are trying to maintain contact with the top 4-5 teams in the Eastern Conference while they await the return of John Wall. How are they doing? The criticized roster depth has not been an issue of recent and has actually been award worthy. Is that issue fixed? The answer is NO. Why? And the Celtics are so boringly good now, already? And without Gordon Heyward? They put in the work and get the results. But is this the roster they want to have when April arrives? The answer in NO. Why?All of this and more.Follow us on Twitter: @willis_glen / @LawtonWillis / @presspodcastFollow us on FaceBook: @fullcourtpressnbaLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1½ hours
Dec 1, 2017
117 - MAILBAG: Knicks/Cavs/Clips/Wizards Trades, NBA's MIP, Paul George's Future / Y'all: Here's the mail. It never fails. It makes us wanna wag our
117 - MAILBAG: Knicks/Cavs/Clips/Wizards Trades, NBA's MIP, Paul George's Future / Y'all: Here's the mail. It never fails. It makes us wanna wag our tails. When it comes, we wanna wail MAAAAAIIIIIL! - In this week's Hardwood Knocks mailbag, our deep dive into listener questions leads to hypothetical trades for the New York Knicks, Los Angeles Clippers, Washington Wizards, Memphis Grizzlies, Portland Trail Blazers, Charlotte Hornets, Cleveland Cavaliers, Philadelphia 76ers, Oklahoma City Thunder and Atlanta Hawks. (Spoiler: Marc Gasol, DeAndre Jordan, Enes Kanter, Paul George, Carmelo Anthony, Marcin Gortat, Tyreke Evans and Tristan Thompson are all part of these imaginary swaps.) - Oh, but that's not all. - Andy and Dan talk about Avery Bradley's defensive reputation, and his on-off splits with the Detroit Pistons. And then they do the same for Marcus Smart of the Boston Celtics. They also break down the race for the NBA's Most Improved Player Award as well. Is it Kristaps Porzingis? Aaron Gordon? Victor Oladipo? Could it beâprotracted gaspâAndre Drummond? - And by the way, if you find yourself wondering what's up with the Philadelphia 76ers, we spend ample time talking about them, too. - Is Ben Simmons on course to be one of the all-time greats? Is he already better than Joel Embiid? How do the Sixers fare when Embiid, Simmons and Robert Covington all play together? Will they ever trade Jahlil Okafor? And where should he go? Chicago? Atlanta? And, finally, will Markelle Fultz play at all this season? - All this, and so much more, is crammed into 73 legendary minutes of hoops talk. - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Nov 22, 2017
What's With the Bucks, News, Updated Playoff Projections / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - -
What's With the Bucks, News, Updated Playoff Projections / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - Nate was at the Milwaukee/Washington game and gives his impressions of the Bucks at this point, then we look at injury news, including a forecast of continued struggles for the Grizz and Clips. Finally, we take stock of the East and West playoff picture. Who are the locks, the maybes, and the forlorn in both conferences? - - 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
Nov 20, 2017
NBA Front Office Ep. 22: Eastern Conference Rotation Pt. 2 / We gave you some news as well as rotation
NBA Front Office Ep. 22: Eastern Conference Rotation Pt. 2 / We gave you some news as well as rotation analysis of the first 5 teams alphabetically in the Eastern Conference. This week we're bringing you part 2 starting with the Cavs all the way through the Washington Wizards. Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) is joined by co-hosts Pete Toal (@PeteToalNBA) and Kaan Erel (@KaaNBA_MTD) to give our thoughts on where the players stand on their respective teams. Follow the show @FrontOfficeShow on Twitter and if you like the pod we appreciate 5 star reviews. Thank you for listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2 hours
Nov 15, 2017
FCP Ep. 41: Eastern Conference Updates and guest Nat Kitaw: Bucks Pistons Knicks Hawks Bulls Celtics Wizards Heat / We
FCP Ep. 41: Eastern Conference Updates and guest Nat Kitaw: Bucks Pistons Knicks Hawks Bulls Celtics Wizards Heat / We continue our in-season analysis. We share thoughts on the Eric Bledsoe trade and what might happen with Greg Monroe. We hand out our weekly awards and then get into team by team analysis. Why are the Bucks just a .500 team even though they have the most efficient offensive player in the league so far this season? What are the Pistons doing that is so fundamentally different from what they were doing last season? Are the Knicks doing sustainable things? Are the Hawks this bad? Are the Bulls doing right by Lauri Markannen? Is Brad Stephens into voodoo? What are the Wizards trying to be? Where did the Heat hunger go? Does it still exist? Then in our guest segment with Nat Kitaw we talk about positional gravity. Do big men that can shoot from three point range have more gravity than gaurds? The what to make of the Sixers roster decision as the date on which a Robert Covington renegotiation and extension can happen nears? All of this and more. Follow us on Twitter: @willis_glen / @LawtonWillis / @presspodcast Follow our guest on Twitter: @Natsbballstats Follow us on FaceBook: @fullcourtpressnba Read more at http://fullcourtpress.libsyn.com/podcast/fcp-041-eastern-conference-updates-and-guest-nat-kitaw-bucks-pistons-knicks-hawks-bulls-celtics-wizards-heat#EjWXRlZaCvoi82dU.99Learn 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
43 minutes
Nov 9, 2017
Time to Panic 2017-18, News / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look at
Time to Panic 2017-18, News / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look at how worried teams that have played below expectations should be with 10 games in the rearview mirror, including OKC, Miami, Denver, Washington, and Cleveland. Then we look at news, including Al Horford's concussion and Luol Deng's buyout request. - - - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.
50 minutes
Nov 8, 2017
Bledsoe Traded to Milwaukee, MIL/CLE, CHA/NYK, DAL/WAS / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We
Bledsoe Traded to Milwaukee, MIL/CLE, CHA/NYK, DAL/WAS / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - We look at the Eric Bledsoe trade from all angles. Could the Suns have gotten more, and why didn't they? When is the pick Milwaukee sent them likely to convey? How do the Bucks look with Bledsoe in the lineup now, and where will Greg Monroe end up? Then we close with discussions of Bucks/Cavaliers, Hornets/Knicks, and Mavs/Wizards. - - 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
Nov 6, 2017
15 in 60 (Eastern Conference (11.06.17) / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look
15 in 60 (Eastern Conference (11.06.17) / Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes. - - A look at the 15 teams in the Eastern Conference, starting with Charlotte, then alphabetically from Atlanta to Washington. - - With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux). Â And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux. Â Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.
1½ hours
Nov 1, 2017
FCP 039:Eastern Conference Updates: Hornets, Magic, Pacers, Nets, Cavaliers, Raptors, Wizards, 76ers / We begin our in-season analysis. The Hornets
FCP 039:Eastern Conference Updates: Hornets, Magic, Pacers, Nets, Cavaliers, Raptors, Wizards, 76ers / We begin our in-season analysis. The Hornets only home loss has been to the Houston Rockets, are they on track? Is there any chance the Magic are as good as their 4-2 start suggest? The Pacers now have some impressive wins to feel good about? How good are they? The Nets have already surprised. Are they fundamentally a different team than they were last season? The Cavaliers are definitely not track. How back are things in Cleveland? The Raptors are the Raptors, or are they? The Wizards are attacking their early season schedule, literally. Should Wizards fans be encouraged? The Sixers are one missed foul call away from being 3-3. What do we see in their early season performance? All of this and more. Follow us on Twitter: @willis_glen / @LawtonWillis / @presspodcast Follow us on FaceBook: @fullcourtpressnba Read more at http://fullcourtpress.libsyn.com/podcast#uYuxgLWgV5eB6DK8.99Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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
Washington Post NBA writer Tim Bontemps and Stephen Bulpett / Joining Chris Mannix on The Vertical this week is The
Washington Post NBA writer Tim Bontemps and Stephen Bulpett / Joining Chris Mannix on The Vertical this week is The Washington Post NBA writer Tim Bontemps. Chris and Tim talk about the upcoming NBA season, game 1 between the Cars-Celtics and Kyrie Irving's return to Cleveland. Chris is also joined by the Celtics reporter; Stephen Bulpett and the guys talk about the Celtics additions and how long it might take to gel. It's all here and more on The Vertical Podcast with Chris Mannix. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1½ hours
Oct 9, 2017
LOCKED ON NBA - #112 - East Preview #2 - Knicks, Heat, 76ers, Wizards, Raptors, Bucks, Pacers, Magic / The
LOCKED ON NBA - #112 - East Preview #2 - Knicks, Heat, 76ers, Wizards, Raptors, Bucks, Pacers, Magic / The Locked on Podcast Network hosts stop by and give the local expert breakdown on their team in this Eastern Conference Preview of the #Knicks, #Heat, #76ers, #Raptors, #Wizards, #Bucks, #Magic, #Pacers - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Oct 4, 2017
NBA Over/Under With Bill SimmonsâEastern Conference (Ep. 142) / HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons outlines the entire Eastern Conference
NBA Over/Under With Bill SimmonsâEastern Conference (Ep. 142) / HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons outlines the entire Eastern Conference with help from Joe House and Jason Concepcion. Topics include: the inferior Eastern Conference (6:00), the Bulls' tanking efforts (10:00), the Nets not tanking anymore (18:00), the lack of incentive for the Knicks (24:00), reasons why the Pacers will stay competitive (29:00), the awful Orlando Magic (35:00), Philly's chance to take the next step (42:00), the Miami Heat's dark-horse title chances (57:00), Jabari Parker's trade value (1:06:00), the Wizards' chance for a Boogie trade (1:11:00), the Celtics' new core (1:15:00), and Kyrie's relationship with Brad Stevens (1:18:00). - - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour
Oct 3, 2017
Washington Wizards PG John Wall and The Vertical's Michael Lee / Joining Chris Mannix on The Vertical this week is
Washington Wizards PG John Wall and The Vertical's Michael Lee / Joining Chris Mannix on The Vertical this week is The Washington Wizards star PG John Wall and The Vertical's Michael Lee. John sits down with to talk about signing his new contract extension, being part of one of the best backcourts in the NBA and the national anthem. Chris also talks with Michael Lee and the guys talk about Russell Westbrook staying in OKC longtime and what the possible protests in the NBA mean to him and what they could mean to the league. It's all here and more on The Vertical Podcast with Chris Mannix. - Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
2½ hours
Sep 20, 2017
East over-unders with Arturo Galletti / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux) and Arturo Galletti (@AmericanNumbers) continue their annual tradition of breaking down the
East over-unders with Arturo Galletti / Host Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux) and Arturo Galletti (@AmericanNumbers) continue their annual tradition of breaking down the over/under lines for the Eastern Conference. They go through over/unders and other relevant odds for the Bulls (2:38), Hawks (8:04), Nets (12:18), Knicks (16:42), Pacers (23:09), Magic (30:03), Pistons (37:10), 76ers (44:03), Hornets (57:50), Heat (1:03:04), Bucks (1:08:44), Wizards (1:22:04), Raptors (1:28:30), Cavs (1:35:52) and Celtics (1:52:18). Sponsored by Bombfell (https://www.bombfell.com/realgm) and FanDuel (https://www.fanduel.com/) Subscribe to RealGM Radio on iTunes or via the RSS feed.Â
1 hour
Sep 19, 2017
86 - Down the Bradley Beal Rabbit Hole: 2017-18 Washington Wizards Preview / The Washington Wizards offseason was, somehow, simultaneously
86 - Down the Bradley Beal Rabbit Hole: 2017-18 Washington Wizards Preview / The Washington Wizards offseason was, somehow, simultaneously hectic and not-at-all busy. - On the one hand, the roster doesn't look that much different, because it had no way of looking that much different. The Wizards entered the summer with no cap flexibility, so small-time additions like Tim Frazier, Jodie Meeks and Mike Scott were their ceiling. - They did, however, match the Brooklyn Nets' max-contract trade-kicker special to Otto Porterâan inevitable move that is nevertheless important. - See, the Wizards must largely bank on internal improvement to build upon last year's 49-win finish. They may be a tad deeper, but they were so reliant on their starting five of John Wall, Bradley Beal, Markieff Morris, Marcin Gortat and Porter that a little extra depth doesn't mean much, if anything. That quintet turned out to be among the most-used lineups of the freaking decade, logging nearly 1,347 minutes ânearly 500 more than any other unit last season. - Getting spikes and leaps from younger incumbents is paramount if you believe they cannot count on that good fortune again. Kelly Oubre Jr., Tomas Satoransky, Porter, even the elder Ian Mahinmiâprogress from these players will go a long way toward determining the Wizards' place in the Eastern Conference. - So, where will Washington ultimately end up? Can this team get to or sniff 50 wins? Is regression in the cards? - NBA Math's own Tony East (@TEastNBA) steps onto Hardwood Knocks' stage to offer his scalding-hot takez. - As always, be sure to subscribe to and rate Hardwood Knocks on iTunes. You can also find us on Stitcher and BlogTalkRadio. And as 50 Cent's biopic suggests: Follow Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey), Dan Favale (@danfavale), the show (@HardwoodKnocks) and NBA Math (@NBA_Math) on Twitter or die trying. - - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1½ hours
Sep 15, 2017
#79 - 2017-18 Southeast Division preview / Will the Miami Heat grow to regret their offseason spending spree, or could
#79 - 2017-18 Southeast Division preview / Will the Miami Heat grow to regret their offseason spending spree, or could they emerge as a sneaky threat out East? How will Dwight Howard fit with the Charlotte Hornets, and what does his arrival mean for Cody Zeller? Who can the Atlanta Hawks rely on outside of Dennis Schroder? How should the Orlando Magic distribute minutes among their plethora of wings? Did the Washington Wizards upgrade their bench enough to make them a legitimate title contender? Check out the episode to hear Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Sarah Cilea (@wildhorses65), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Allana Tachauer (@allanatachauer) of All U Can Heat and HoopsHabit discuss all of that and more. Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
1 hour
Sep 8, 2017
FCP 031 â Wizards Nuggets Offseason Updates / The Washington Wizards rose in the Eastern Conference in the 2016-17 season
FCP 031 â Wizards Nuggets Offseason Updates / The Washington Wizards rose in the Eastern Conference in the 2016-17 season but the two teams that finished in the top two seeds, the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics, and faced off in the Eastern Conference Finals made a trade, that we discussed on last weekâs episode, that shifts the near term and longer-term power structure in the conference. Where does that leave the Wizards? They are bringing back the same core with another modest attempt to add bench depth, will it move the needle in one direction or the other? Also, how does the backcourt of John Wall and Bradley Beal rank with the other great backcourts in the league. The Denver Nuggets finally landed their marquee free agent Paul Millsap, the roster around him and the emerging Nikola Jokic is deep. But does the roster construction as it stands today make sense from a fit perspective? There is a gap at the wing, is there a way for the Nuggets to use the resources they currently have to address it? Glen Willis and Greg Willis cover 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