The Athletic NBA Daily

Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to the first face-off between Victor Wembanyama and Kevin Durant, discuss James Harden's fit with the Clippers, and discuss the disappointing starts for Memphis, Cleveland, and Miami.

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David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson sit with The Ringer's Logan Murdock to discuss James Harden's move to the Clippers, Jordan Poole (and the Wizards of course), and other teams around the league!

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Law Murray and Dave DuFour react to James Harden being traded from the Philadelphia 76ers to the Los Angeles Clippers.

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Zach Harper, Josh Huestis and Jay King discuss their teams and players of the weekend, the new In Season Tournament Courts, and a Rookie Check In.

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Slam and Jam

Are we ready to move off of any of the following pre-season takes?

1. Dallas as a team relying too heavily on a rookie center
2. Pistons as a locked in bottom-3 team
3. Raptors as a dysfunctional mess
4. Grizzlies as a locked-in playoff team
5. Wizards as a team full of capable veterans

Then in Part 2 Danny Marang of the Jacked Ramsay's podcast joins to discuss the Blazers, Scoot Henderson's debut, Anfernee Simons role on the team, Shaedon Sharp's development, and a rousing edition of Andrew vs. the Beat!

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Sam Amick, Fred Katz and Anthony Slater discuss opening night in the NBA, Porzingis' fit with the Celtics, Wembanyama, Teams that impressed and teams that disappointed.

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Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour discuss League Pass parity, predict on Victor Wembanyama's debut, and give their initial reactions to the Western Conference contenders' debuts.

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Jared Weiss joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to talk about the offseason the Celtics had, how they'll be in the East this year, Jaylen Brown's left hand, and off course DA had to talk about some ex-wizards. 

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Basket Buds

Zach Harper, Jay King and Josh Huestis discuss awards predictions and then play a new game called "Plant Your Flag"

Celtics or Bucks

Team with a better offensive rating? Kings or Nuggets

Team with a better defensive rating? Cavs or Celtics?

Nuggets or the Field to make the finals from the West

Who finishes with more wins? Thunder or Pacers 

6 players scored 30 points per game last season, Embiid, Luka, Lillard, SGA, Giannis and Tatum. Pick 4 that are a lock to do it again. 

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Slam and Jam

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss which team expected to win less than 36 games will surprise and win 10 more than their Vegas over/under. Our discussion includes the Rockets, Pistons, Wizards, Hornets, Jazz, Blazers, and Spurs. Which teams will Andrew and Alex pick to be their "Surprise Team"?

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Tampering

Sam Amick, Fred Katz and Anthony Slater discuss the Warriors Kings preseason game, what Chris Pauls role will be, and then predict NBA Awards including: Rookie of the Year, Most Valuable Player, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year and Executive of the Year.

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Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour preview the upcoming NBA season through a series of questions. Have we reached peak offense? What if Victor Wembanyama is a top 15 player already? Is MPJ the key to a Nuggets repeat?

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David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson look at the the NBA Title favorites in a wide ranging season preview. Can the Nuggets repeat? Is the Dame/Giannis combo unstoppable? Is this the last dance for the Warriors?

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Zach Harper and Jay King welcome new teammate Josh Huestis to show as they break dish hot takes in the safe zone, give some predictions on what is to come this season, and much, much more.

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Slam and Jam

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Jason Concepcion and Shea Serrano of the new NBA Podcast Six Trophies to discuss the Knicks, Spurs, Wembanyama, the Sphere, some rapid fire questions, and a rousing edition of Andrew vs. the Beat.

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*Ding ding*

Jared Weiss catches up with Clippers beat writer Law Murray to discuss the Clippers outlook on the season, what went down at training camp, and of course the latest on Harden speculation.

*Ding ding*

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Jared Weiss gets an update from Kelly Iko and James Edwards on Amen and Ausar Thompson as they begin their careers with their respective teams.

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Sam Amick, Fred Katz and Anthony Slater discuss how the James Harden situation unfolding for the 76ers, how good the Pacers can be, extension talks for Klay Thompson and Immanuel Quickley, and the defending champ Denver Nuggets

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Mo Dakhil, Seth Partnow, and Dave DuFour take a look at the landscape of the Western Conference in the wake of the Damian Lillard trade, discuss the Nuggets as returning champions, attempt to project the Lakers and Warriors, and touch on the competitiveness throughout the West.

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Jared Weiss joins Dave DuFour immediately after Jrue Holiday's introductory press conference with the Boston Celtics to discuss Jrue's comments on working with Joe Cronin and the Portland Trail Blazers to find a home, his desire to play in Boston, and looking forward to facing the Milwaukee Bucks.

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Eric Nehm joins Marcus Thompson and David Aldridge to discuss the Damian Lillard move to Milwaukee, the Bucks operating in silence, and expectations.

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Tampering

Sam Amick, Fred Katz, Anthony Slater and Andrew Schlecht break down NBA Media Day across the league including: James Harden not showing up for Philly, Jimmy Butler's hair, Nuggets defending champs, SGA and OKC, the Knicks and more.

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Zach Harper, Jay King, and Eric Nehm react to the fallout from the Damian Lillard and Jrue Holiday trades, discuss all the beefs created during the saga, and look ahead to the season.

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Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to Damian Lillard being traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, the Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers swapping centers, and the Miami Heat losing out.

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The Athletic's Milwaukee Bucks beat writer, Eric Nehm, joins Dave DuFour to breakdown Damian Lillard's move to the Milwaukee Bucks from the Portland Trail Blazers in a three-team trade involving the Phoenix Suns, his fit with Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the loss of Jrue Holiday's defense.

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Eric Koreen and Dave DuFour discuss the Toronto Raptors' interest in Damian Lillard, why it may be a bad idea, and trade scenarios.

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Golden State Warriors General Manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. joins Sam Amick and Anthony Slater to discuss the Chris Paul trade, golf, and continuing to compete for championships.

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Law Murray and Dave DuFour discuss the latest on a potential James Harden acquisition for the Los Angeles Clippers, Harden's fit with Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, and the effects of the Player Performance Policy on the Clippers.

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Mo Dakhil, Seth Partnow, and Dave DuFour discuss Damian Lillard's most recent comments, the Blazers' timeline of failures, and Lillard's fit and value around the league.

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Jeff Stotts from InStreetClothes.com joins Dave DuFour to discuss the NBA's new player rest policy, potential loopholes, and whether injuries are more likely.

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Jeanie Buss, Co-Owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to discuss the ways ownership has changed in the NBA, HBO's Winning Time, the 2023 trade deadline, and dealing with stars (players and celebrities).

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Jared Weiss is joined by Will Guillory to discuss the Zion Williamson trade idea from before the All Star Break and if that is still a possibility for the Pelicans. Then they discuss the injury to Trey Murphy III and when he might return.

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Jay King, Travonne Edwards, and Dave DuFour discuss the NBA's new player resting policy, Giannis Antetokounmpo's recent comments pressuring the Bucks, and the Suns tv antenna giveaway.

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Jared Weiss and Sam Amick discuss 2 of Sam's stories from the past season including his story on Giannis responding to our own Eric Nehm after a playoff loss, and Conor McGregor punching the Heat mascot and how that story came together.

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Jared Weiss is joined by Tim Kawakami to discuss his story on the Warriors beating the Kings in game 7, and the Warriors turning KD into Wiggins and winning a title.

https://theathletic.com/4468222/2023/04/29/warriors-kings-score-game-7-analysis/

https://theathletic.com/3340727/2022/06/01/warriors-wiggins-durant-kuminga/

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Eric Koreen joins Andrew Schlecht to discuss team Canada winning the bronze medal, SGA is a superstar, Dillon Brooks delivers, RJ Barrett's future, Jordi Fernandez NBA future, and what is going on with the Toronto Raptors.

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Sam Amick is joined by the Athletic's Jovan Buha and Jon Krawczynski to discuss Team USA through an NBA lens, how Anthony Edwards play will translate to the season, is Austin Reaves too harshly criticized? and more

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Keith Parish and Dave DuFour recap the medal games from the FIBA World Cup. Germany takes down Serbia 83-77 to capture the gold medal. Canada defeats the USA in overtime to claim Bronze.

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The Athletic's Eric Nehm joins Seth Partnow and Dave DuFour to discuss Anthony Edwards discourse, Damian Lillard's stalemate with Portland, the Bucks consistency and potential pitfalls of their strategy.

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The Athletic's Sabreena Merchant joins Dave DuFour to discuss the launch of "The Athletic Women's Basketball Show", the Aces and Liberty on a Finals collision course, and the results of the Athletic's WNBA Player Poll.

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The Athletic’s Kelly Iko joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to talk about the young Rockets, Ime Udoka, and maximizing talent. 

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Team USA picked up their first loss in World Cup play, struggling to match Lithuania's intensity on the boards. Can they right the ship and come away with a medal? The Athletic’s Joe Vardon joins the Daily Ding from Manila to break it down.

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The Basketbuds get together to discuss Team USA vs. Team Canada in the World Cup, Anthony Edwards breaking out, Jay King cursing Team Canada, and the abrupt retirement of NBA Referee Eric Lewis.

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Slam and Jam

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss which players will become first time All Stars. They go through and each pick 5 players they think are most likely to be selected for their first ASG. Players like Jamal Murray and Jalen Brunson are brought up... who do you think will be a first time All Star?

Then in Part 2, JE Skeets of No Dunks drops by to discuss the Canadian National Team, if they have a chance to knock off the USA, and more. Plus a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat

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Jared Weiss and Jovan Buha discuss Austin Reaves rise to stardom.

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Andrew Schlecht and James Edwards III discuss the Pistons and the direction of the franchise, if Cade can be a top 25 player, where Jaden Ivey fits in, and more. Then in Part 2 James and Andrew pick which teams they believe can jump from the lottery to the Playoffs/Play In.

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Sam Amick and Marcus Thompson discuss their time in Seattle, Team USA, if Steve Kerr is using team USA as a recruiting tool, and if Giannis is looking elsewhere. 

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Jared Weiss is joined by Fred Katz to discuss two stories on the Knicks including a story on Mitchell Robinson's personality, and Immanuel Quickley's attention to detail on defense.

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Jared Weiss is joined by Jon Krawczynski to discuss the ascension of Anthony Edwards and a story he wrote on Naz Reid. 

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Jared Weiss is joined by Fred Katz to discuss the Knicks suing the Raptors, former employee for taking proprietary information with him to Toronto.

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