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Start your day with The Athletic NBA Daily – a fast, entertaining recap of the most important games and stories from the world of professional basketball with new episodes dropping Monday through Friday. Hosted by Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Esfandiar Baraheni with regular appearances by The Athletic’s award-winning NBA reporters. Andrew Schlecht and Alex Spears cap the week with the full-length Saturday Slam n’ Jam episode.

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Start your day with The Athletic NBA Daily – a fast, entertaining recap of the most important games and stories from the world of professional basketball with new episodes dropping Monday through Friday. Hosted by Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Esfandiar Baraheni with regular appearances by The Athletic’s award-winning NBA reporters. Andrew Schlecht and Alex Spears cap the week with the full-length Saturday Slam n’ Jam episode.

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Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the insane first few days of the NBA season, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Yaron Weitzman to discuss his new book: A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers. They discuss why there was pushback from the Lakers about the book, how the PG trade was almost to Cleveland, drafting Lonzo, and a hilarious Westbrook story. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat.


Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

With: Yaron Weitzman

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the insane first few days of the NBA season, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Yaron Weitzman to discuss his new book: A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers. They discuss why there was pushback from the Lakers about the book, how the PG trade was almost to Cleveland, drafting Lonzo, and a hilarious Westbrook story. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat.


Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

With: Yaron Weitzman

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Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Thunder’s double OT win against the Pacers, and Shai getting his career high, 55. Then the Warriors pull off an OT victory against the Nuggets behind Curry’s big night and Marcus Thompson of the Athletic is here to discuss it. They also dig into Aaron Gordon’s 50 (50!) points and 10 (10!) made threes.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Es Baraheni, Marcus Thompson

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Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Thunder’s double OT win against the Pacers, and Shai getting his career high, 55. Then the Warriors pull off an OT victory against the Nuggets behind Curry’s big night and Marcus Thompson of the Athletic is here to discuss it. They also dig into Aaron Gordon’s 50 (50!) points and 10 (10!) made threes.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Es Baraheni, Marcus Thompson

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Es Baraheni is joined by Mike Vorkunov of the Athletic to explain the details we have on the gambling investigation into Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier and Damon Jones.


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Es Baraheni is joined by Mike Vorkunov of the Athletic to explain the details we have on the gambling investigation into Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier and Damon Jones.


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Published 2025-10-23

Knicks topple Cavs + Wemby explodes for 40

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Dave DuFour and Zena Keita are back for night two of the NBA season including the Knicks statement win over the Cavs and Victor Wembanyama’s ridiculous season debut. James Edwards joins the show from MSG to break down the bench success for the Knicks and the changes Mike Brown has implemented on defense. Then Jared Weiss joins the gang from Dallas where Wemby’s 40 point 15 rebound night overshadowed Cooper Flagg’s debut.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Zena Keita, James Edwards and Jared Weiss

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Dave DuFour and Zena Keita are back for night two of the NBA season including the Knicks statement win over the Cavs and Victor Wembanyama’s ridiculous season debut. James Edwards joins the show from MSG to break down the bench success for the Knicks and the changes Mike Brown has implemented on defense. Then Jared Weiss joins the gang from Dallas where Wemby’s 40 point 15 rebound night overshadowed Cooper Flagg’s debut.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Zena Keita, James Edwards and Jared Weiss

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Published 2025-10-22

NBA Opening Week | Morning Shootaround

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Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss opening week of the NBA and what they are most looking forward to watching.

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Dave DuFour and Zena Keita break down everything from the first night of the NBA season including Ring Night from OKC, OKC’s double OT thriller, and the Warriors dominating the Lakers. Andrew Schlecht joins the crew from OKC to discuss ring night, the banner being raised, and some timeout controversy. Then Dan Woike joins to discuss the Lakers falling to Curry, Jimmy and the Warriors.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Zena Keita, Andrew Schlecht and Dan Woike

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Dave DuFour and Zena Keita break down everything from the first night of the NBA season including Ring Night from OKC, OKC’s double OT thriller, and the Warriors dominating the Lakers. Andrew Schlecht joins the crew from OKC to discuss ring night, the banner being raised, and some timeout controversy. Then Dan Woike joins to discuss the Lakers falling to Curry, Jimmy and the Warriors.


Host: Dave DuFour

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Es Baraheni is joined by Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady to discuss the players and teams that have stood out to TMac in the preseason, his prediction for NBA Champion, and discussing his career and how it compares to modern players.


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Es Baraheni is joined by Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady to discuss the players and teams that have stood out to TMac in the preseason, his prediction for NBA Champion, and discussing his career and how it compares to modern players.


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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss which games they are looking forward to opening week, plus their picks of the week. Then Sam Amick joins Dave DuFour to discuss his experience being with the Nuggets during camp, the Clippers demeanor heading into the season, and what is going on in Sacramento?


Host: Dave DuFour

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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss which games they are looking forward to opening week, plus their picks of the week. Then Sam Amick joins Dave DuFour to discuss his experience being with the Nuggets during camp, the Clippers demeanor heading into the season, and what is going on in Sacramento?


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Sam Amick, Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

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Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Bryce Simon of the Game Theory Podcast to discuss the incoming rookie class and if Cooper Flagg is ready to handle the point guard position, what rookies have stood out in preseason, Dylan Harper's ability to mesh with Wemby, how Topic and Holmes will help their contending teams, and more. Then they discuss the 2026 NBA Draft and discuss the top 3 players in the incoming class. Finally the boys finish with a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat.


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Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Bryce Simon of the Game Theory Podcast to discuss the incoming rookie class and if Cooper Flagg is ready to handle the point guard position, what rookies have stood out in preseason, Dylan Harper's ability to mesh with Wemby, how Topic and Holmes will help their contending teams, and more. Then they discuss the 2026 NBA Draft and discuss the top 3 players in the incoming class. Finally the boys finish with a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat.


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Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and James Edwards answer the following five questions about the Eastern Conference:


1. Who are the top 5 players in the East?

2. Which player is most likely to break out in the East?

3. Outside of the Washington and Brooklyn, what 3 other teams miss the Play In all together?

4. Who are the top 5 contenders in the East?

5. Who wins the East?


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Es Baraheni and James Edwards

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Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and James Edwards answer the following five questions about the Eastern Conference:


1. Who are the top 5 players in the East?

2. Which player is most likely to break out in the East?

3. Outside of the Washington and Brooklyn, what 3 other teams miss the Play In all together?

4. Who are the top 5 contenders in the East?

5. Who wins the East?


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Es Baraheni and James Edwards

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Law Murray answer the following five questions about the Western Conference:


  1. Who are the top 5 players in the West?

2. Which player is most likely to break out in the West?

3. Outside of the Jazz, what 4 other teams miss the Play In all together?

4. Who are the top 5 contenders in the West?

5. Who wins the West?


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Zena Keita and Law Murray

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Law Murray answer the following five questions about the Western Conference:


  1. Who are the top 5 players in the West?

2. Which player is most likely to break out in the West?

3. Outside of the Jazz, what 4 other teams miss the Play In all together?

4. Who are the top 5 contenders in the West?

5. Who wins the West?


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Zena Keita and Law Murray

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss which teams, players, and coaches are under the most pressure heading into the NBA season. Then after the break they give their bold predictions for the NBA season.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss which teams, players, and coaches are under the most pressure heading into the NBA season. Then after the break they give their bold predictions for the NBA season.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

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Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Published 2025-10-14

NBA award predictions: Who will win MVP?

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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni are back and ready to preview the NBA season. They give their predictions for MVP, DPOY, MIP, COY, 6MOY and ROY.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

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Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni are back and ready to preview the NBA season. They give their predictions for MVP, DPOY, MIP, COY, 6MOY and ROY.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Es Baraheni is joined by Will Guillory of the Athletic to preview the Houston Rockets season. What are the expectations for Kevin Durant? How will he mesh with the young players? Is Amen Thompson ready to make a leap?


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With: Will Guillory

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Es Baraheni is joined by Will Guillory of the Athletic to preview the Houston Rockets season. What are the expectations for Kevin Durant? How will he mesh with the young players? Is Amen Thompson ready to make a leap?


Host: Es Baraheni

With: Will Guillory

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Published 2025-10-10

Can Ace Bailey give hope to the Jazz?

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On today’s show, Zena Keita and Andy Larsen discuss the future of the Utah Jazz, focusing on the key factors that will determine the team's success in the coming years. They explore the importance of identifying players who will fit into the team's contention timeline, particularly highlighting Keyonte George's uncertain position. The discussion also touches on recent player trades, including Collin Sexton's trade to the Charlotte Hornets, and the implications of these moves on the team's dynamics.


Host: Zena Keita

With: Andy Larsen

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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On today’s show, Zena Keita and Andy Larsen discuss the future of the Utah Jazz, focusing on the key factors that will determine the team's success in the coming years. They explore the importance of identifying players who will fit into the team's contention timeline, particularly highlighting Keyonte George's uncertain position. The discussion also touches on recent player trades, including Collin Sexton's trade to the Charlotte Hornets, and the implications of these moves on the team's dynamics.


Host: Zena Keita

With: Andy Larsen

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Published 2025-10-09

Can Anthony Edwards win the 2026 NBA MVP?

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Dave DuFour is joined by Jon Krawczynski of the Athletic to preview the Minnesota Timberwolves season. Jon gives his thoughts on the Wolves continuity, their plans at the point guard spot, and why Anthony Edwards has another leap coming.


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Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour is joined by Jon Krawczynski of the Athletic to preview the Minnesota Timberwolves season. Jon gives his thoughts on the Wolves continuity, their plans at the point guard spot, and why Anthony Edwards has another leap coming.


Host: Dave DuFour

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Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour is joined by Doug Haller of the Athletic to preview the Phoenix Suns season. Doug gives his thoughts on the new look Suns, why they could be better without Kevin Durant, and why Devin Booker is the one of the most popular Suns players ever.


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Dave DuFour is joined by Doug Haller of the Athletic to preview the Phoenix Suns season. Doug gives his thoughts on the new look Suns, why they could be better without Kevin Durant, and why Devin Booker is the one of the most popular Suns players ever.


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Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Dave DuFour is joined by Tony Jones of the Athletic to preview the Philadelphia 76ers season. Tony gives his thoughts on the training camp injury situation with Paul George, Joel Embiid, and Jared McCain, why V.J. Edgecomb may have a superstar upside, and whether Daryl Morey and Nick Nurse are on the hot seat.


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Dave DuFour is joined by Tony Jones of the Athletic to preview the Philadelphia 76ers season. Tony gives his thoughts on the training camp injury situation with Paul George, Joel Embiid, and Jared McCain, why V.J. Edgecomb may have a superstar upside, and whether Daryl Morey and Nick Nurse are on the hot seat.


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Published 2025-10-06

Can the Thunder win the title again?

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In this episode, Andrew and Alex discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder's offseason, focusing on player health, contract extensions, and expectations for the upcoming season. They analyze the potential for player development, particularly for Chet Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, while also addressing the importance of shooting performance and overall team dynamics. The conversation highlights the challenges the Thunder may face in repeating their success and sets realistic expectations for the team's performance in the upcoming season.


Host: Andrew Schlecht

With: Alex Speers

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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In this episode, Andrew and Alex discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder's offseason, focusing on player health, contract extensions, and expectations for the upcoming season. They analyze the potential for player development, particularly for Chet Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, while also addressing the importance of shooting performance and overall team dynamics. The conversation highlights the challenges the Thunder may face in repeating their success and sets realistic expectations for the team's performance in the upcoming season.


Host: Andrew Schlecht

With: Alex Speers

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Published 2025-10-03

Is this the Warriors last shot at a title?

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In this episode of NBA Daily, Zena and Marcus Thompson discuss the Golden State Warriors' offseason, focusing on the impact of Al Horford's signing, the potential of young players like Jonathan Kuminga, and the expectations for the team's veteran stars, including Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler. They explore the importance of Draymond Green's role and how the team can navigate the challenges of an aging roster while aiming for success in the upcoming season.


Host: Zena Keita

With: Marcus Thompson

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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In this episode of NBA Daily, Zena and Marcus Thompson discuss the Golden State Warriors' offseason, focusing on the impact of Al Horford's signing, the potential of young players like Jonathan Kuminga, and the expectations for the team's veteran stars, including Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler. They explore the importance of Draymond Green's role and how the team can navigate the challenges of an aging roster while aiming for success in the upcoming season.


Host: Zena Keita

With: Marcus Thompson

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Zena Keita is joined by Jared Weiss of the Athletic to preview the San Antonio Spurs season. Jared gives his thoughts on Wembanyama’s potential this season, how Fox will integrate, which young players are ready to contribute and what the most realistic expectations are for the Spurs this season


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With: Jared Weiss

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Zena Keita is joined by Jared Weiss of the Athletic to preview the San Antonio Spurs season. Jared gives his thoughts on Wembanyama’s potential this season, how Fox will integrate, which young players are ready to contribute and what the most realistic expectations are for the Spurs this season


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With: Jared Weiss

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Published 2025-10-01

Can the Mavs surprise in the West?

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Zena Keita is joined by Christian Clark of the Athletic to preview the Dallas Mavericks season. Christian gives his thoughts on Cooper Flagg and what the expectations are for him this season, Anthony Davis in his first full season with the Mavs, what the starting lineup will look like, and much more.


Host: Zena Keita

With: Christian Clark

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Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Zena Keita is joined by Christian Clark of the Athletic to preview the Dallas Mavericks season. Christian gives his thoughts on Cooper Flagg and what the expectations are for him this season, Anthony Davis in his first full season with the Mavs, what the starting lineup will look like, and much more.


Host: Zena Keita

With: Christian Clark

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour is joined by Dan Woike of the Athletic to preview the Los Angeles Lakers season and discuss his article on Kawhi Leonard’s Uncle Dennis. Dan answers questions about what we don’t know about Uncle Dennis. Then they preview the Lakers season discussing if Deandre Ayton is the most important player in the NBA, Luka’s rejuvenation, what the expectations are for LeBron and if the Lakers supporting cast is enough to make them contenders.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Dan Woike

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Dave DuFour is joined by Dan Woike of the Athletic to preview the Los Angeles Lakers season and discuss his article on Kawhi Leonard’s Uncle Dennis. Dan answers questions about what we don’t know about Uncle Dennis. Then they preview the Lakers season discussing if Deandre Ayton is the most important player in the NBA, Luka’s rejuvenation, what the expectations are for LeBron and if the Lakers supporting cast is enough to make them contenders.


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Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Published 2025-09-29

Are the Bucks underrated?

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Zena Keita is joined by Eric Nehm of the Athletic to preview the Milwaukee Bucks season. Eric gives his thoughts on the Bucks roster and if it can compete this season, the Myles Turner addition, which Bucks guard will step up, and much more.


Host: Zena Keita

With: Eric Nehm

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Zena Keita is joined by Eric Nehm of the Athletic to preview the Milwaukee Bucks season. Eric gives his thoughts on the Bucks roster and if it can compete this season, the Myles Turner addition, which Bucks guard will step up, and much more.


Host: Zena Keita

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Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Published 2025-09-27

Surprise Teams | Slam N Jam

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Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Law Murray of the Athletic to discuss which teams will be the Surprise Teams in the NBA this season. The discussion centered on the Jazz, Nets, Blazers, Wizards, Suns, Bulls, Hornets, and Kings. Then the guys select the team they think will defy the odds and win 10 more games than their over under total. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat.

Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

With: Law Murray

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Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Law Murray of the Athletic to discuss which teams will be the Surprise Teams in the NBA this season. The discussion centered on the Jazz, Nets, Blazers, Wizards, Suns, Bulls, Hornets, and Kings. Then the guys select the team they think will defy the odds and win 10 more games than their over under total. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat.

Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

With: Law Murray

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Published 2025-09-26

Are the Raptors a Playoff Team?

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Es Baraheni is joined by Eric Koreen to preview the Toronto Raptors season. Eric gives his thoughts on the Raptors changing their front office, Scottie Barnes expectations, how the roster fits together, and reasonable expectations for the Raptors this season.


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Es Baraheni is joined by Eric Koreen to preview the Toronto Raptors season. Eric gives his thoughts on the Raptors changing their front office, Scottie Barnes expectations, how the roster fits together, and reasonable expectations for the Raptors this season.


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Published 2025-09-25

Is it time to trade LaMelo Ball?

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Andrew Schlecht is joined by Richie Randall of the Buzz Beat Podcast to discuss the Charlotte Hornets and their season outlook. Andrew and Richie discuss how the young players stack up on the Hornets roster, if LaMelo can deliver for the Hornets or if they need to trade him, who starts at the 2 for the Hornets, and so much more.


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Andrew Schlecht is joined by Richie Randall of the Buzz Beat Podcast to discuss the Charlotte Hornets and their season outlook. Andrew and Richie discuss how the young players stack up on the Hornets roster, if LaMelo can deliver for the Hornets or if they need to trade him, who starts at the 2 for the Hornets, and so much more.


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Andrew Schlecht is joined by Lauren Williams of the Atlanta Journal Constitution to discuss the Atlanta Hawks and their season outlook. Andrew and Lauren discuss Trae Young and the season he needs to have to stay with Atlanta, how the additions of Porzingis and Alexander-Walker will impact the season, what a Dyson Daniels extension could look like, how Okongwu is expected to perform this season, and where the Hawks will end up at the end of the season.


Host: Andrew Schlecht

With: Lauren Williams

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Andrew Schlecht is joined by Lauren Williams of the Atlanta Journal Constitution to discuss the Atlanta Hawks and their season outlook. Andrew and Lauren discuss Trae Young and the season he needs to have to stay with Atlanta, how the additions of Porzingis and Alexander-Walker will impact the season, what a Dyson Daniels extension could look like, how Okongwu is expected to perform this season, and where the Hawks will end up at the end of the season.


Host: Andrew Schlecht

With: Lauren Williams

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Published 2025-09-23

Can Josh Giddey carry the Bulls?

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Es Baraheni is joined by Joel Lorenzi of the Athletic to discuss the Chicago Bulls and their season outlook. In the podcast Es and Joel discuss Josh Giddey's extension and how he needs to perform this season, what the Bulls are doing with their roster, what they will do with Coby White, and how the Bulls role players can step up this season.


Host: Es Baraheni

With: Joel Lorenzi

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Es Baraheni is joined by Joel Lorenzi of the Athletic to discuss the Chicago Bulls and their season outlook. In the podcast Es and Joel discuss Josh Giddey's extension and how he needs to perform this season, what the Bulls are doing with their roster, what they will do with Coby White, and how the Bulls role players can step up this season.


Host: Es Baraheni

With: Joel Lorenzi

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Es Baraheni is joined by Josh Robbins of the Athletic to discuss the Orlando Magic and their season outlook. In the podcast Es and Josh discuss the addition of Desmond Bane and how he will help the offense, if Franz Wagner is ready to take another step up, how Paolo Banchero can lead the team, and much more.


Host: Es Baraheni

With: Josh Robbins

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Es Baraheni is joined by Josh Robbins of the Athletic to discuss the Orlando Magic and their season outlook. In the podcast Es and Josh discuss the addition of Desmond Bane and how he will help the offense, if Franz Wagner is ready to take another step up, how Paolo Banchero can lead the team, and much more.


Host: Es Baraheni

With: Josh Robbins

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Es Baraheni is joined by Josh Robbins of the Athletic to discuss the Washington Wizards and their season outlook. In the podcast Es and Josh discuss the trades the Wizards made in the offseason and how they will help propel the Wizards into the future, how Sarr and Coulibaly need to improve this season, what can be expected from Tre Johnson this season, and so much more.


Host: Es Baraheni

With: Josh Robbins

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Es Baraheni is joined by Josh Robbins of the Athletic to discuss the Washington Wizards and their season outlook. In the podcast Es and Josh discuss the trades the Wizards made in the offseason and how they will help propel the Wizards into the future, how Sarr and Coulibaly need to improve this season, what can be expected from Tre Johnson this season, and so much more.


Host: Es Baraheni

With: Josh Robbins

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Published 2025-09-18

Do the Nets have any hope?

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Dave DuFour is joined by Mike Smeltz to preview the Brooklyn Nets season. Mike explains what the trade for Michael Porter Jr. can do for the Nets, how he’s been unleashed this summer, the Nets draft, and what the goals for this season are.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Mike Smeltz

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour is joined by Mike Smeltz to preview the Brooklyn Nets season. Mike explains what the trade for Michael Porter Jr. can do for the Nets, how he’s been unleashed this summer, the Nets draft, and what the goals for this season are.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Mike Smeltz

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Andrew Schlecht was joined by Will Guillory of the Athletic to preview the New Orleans Pelicans season. Will gives his thoughts on if Zion Williamson can continue his stellar play from the end of last season, what rookies Queen and Fears can do, how much of a leap can Trey Murphy make, and so much more.


Host: Andrew Schlecht

With: Will Guillory

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Andrew Schlecht was joined by Will Guillory of the Athletic to preview the New Orleans Pelicans season. Will gives his thoughts on if Zion Williamson can continue his stellar play from the end of last season, what rookies Queen and Fears can do, how much of a leap can Trey Murphy make, and so much more.


Host: Andrew Schlecht

With: Will Guillory

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour is joined by Mike Vorkunov of the Athletic to discuss the ongoing saga of the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard. Mike discusses his original reporting as well as what Pablo Torre has reported on his show.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Mike Vorkunov

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour is joined by Mike Vorkunov of the Athletic to discuss the ongoing saga of the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard. Mike discusses his original reporting as well as what Pablo Torre has reported on his show.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Mike Vorkunov

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Published 2025-09-15

Are the Nuggets the NBA title favorites?

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Dave DuFour was joined by Adam Mares of DNVR to preview the Denver Nuggets season. Adam gives his thoughts on Jamal Murray and his ability to be ready for a title run, how Cam Johnson changes the Nuggets outlook, if they can win the championship this season and so much more.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Adam Mares

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour was joined by Adam Mares of DNVR to preview the Denver Nuggets season. Adam gives his thoughts on Jamal Murray and his ability to be ready for a title run, how Cam Johnson changes the Nuggets outlook, if they can win the championship this season and so much more.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Adam Mares

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Published 2025-09-13

What you need to know about the NBA CBA

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Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Yossi Gozlan of the Third Apron podcast and Substack to discuss questions about the NBA’s CBA including why the Celtics are rebuilding this way and how fast they could recover, how soon can the Lakers get max cap space, what punishments can be levied on the Clippers, and many other in the weeds CBA questions only someone like Yossi can answer. Then they play a fun version of Andrew vs. the Beat.


Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

With: Yossi Gozlan

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Yossi Gozlan of the Third Apron podcast and Substack to discuss questions about the NBA’s CBA including why the Celtics are rebuilding this way and how fast they could recover, how soon can the Lakers get max cap space, what punishments can be levied on the Clippers, and many other in the weeds CBA questions only someone like Yossi can answer. Then they play a fun version of Andrew vs. the Beat.


Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

With: Yossi Gozlan

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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Dave DuFour is joined by Pablo Torre of the Pablo Torre Finds Out Podcast to discuss his latest findings on the Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers saga. Pablo discusses his thoughts on the new reports, whether the Clippers will get punished for this, how much worse is this than the Joe Smith situation with the Timberwolves, where does Adam Silver stand with all of this, and so much more. After the break, Sam Amick joins the podcast to discuss more of his reporting on the Clippers situation plus the board of governors meeting that took place this week.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Pablo Torre and Sam Amick

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Dave DuFour is joined by Pablo Torre of the Pablo Torre Finds Out Podcast to discuss his latest findings on the Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers saga. Pablo discusses his thoughts on the new reports, whether the Clippers will get punished for this, how much worse is this than the Joe Smith situation with the Timberwolves, where does Adam Silver stand with all of this, and so much more. After the break, Sam Amick joins the podcast to discuss more of his reporting on the Clippers situation plus the board of governors meeting that took place this week.


Host: Dave DuFour

With: Pablo Torre and Sam Amick

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Published 2025-09-10

Celtics and Kings Season Preview

56 min
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Continuing our season preview series Zena Keita is joined by Deuce Mason and Morgan Ragan from the Deuce and Mo podcast to discuss the Sacramento Kings. What are the expectations for Domantas Sabonis? What can LaVine and DeRozan accomplish together? How does Keegan Murray level up? And what are reasonable expectations for the Kings this season?


After the break DuFour is joined by Jay King of the Athletic to discuss the Boston Celtics. What are the expectations for Jaylen Brown and Derrick White? What other trades could we expect for the Celtics? Will they try to tank? All that and more on today’s episode.


Host: Zena Keita and Dave DuFour

With: Duece Mason, Morgan Ragan, and Jay King

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Continuing our season preview series Zena Keita is joined by Deuce Mason and Morgan Ragan from the Deuce and Mo podcast to discuss the Sacramento Kings. What are the expectations for Domantas Sabonis? What can LaVine and DeRozan accomplish together? How does Keegan Murray level up? And what are reasonable expectations for the Kings this season?


After the break DuFour is joined by Jay King of the Athletic to discuss the Boston Celtics. What are the expectations for Jaylen Brown and Derrick White? What other trades could we expect for the Celtics? Will they try to tank? All that and more on today’s episode.


Host: Zena Keita and Dave DuFour

With: Duece Mason, Morgan Ragan, and Jay King

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Published 2025-09-08

Grizzlies and Blazers Season Preview

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Dave DuFour is joined by Keith Parish of the Grits and Grinds podcast to discuss the Memphis Grizzlies upcoming season. What are the expectations for Ja Morant? Can Zach Edey and the young players take a step up? How can Jaren Jackson get better? That and much more.


After the break Andrew Schlecht is joined by Sean Highkin of the Rose Garden Report to discuss the Portland Trail Blazers. Can Scoot Henderson take the starting spot? Who is the best player on the Blazers? Who starts? Who could be on the move? All that and much more.


Host: Dave DuFour and Andrew Schlecht

With: Keith Parish and Sean Heiken

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour is joined by Keith Parish of the Grits and Grinds podcast to discuss the Memphis Grizzlies upcoming season. What are the expectations for Ja Morant? Can Zach Edey and the young players take a step up? How can Jaren Jackson get better? That and much more.


After the break Andrew Schlecht is joined by Sean Highkin of the Rose Garden Report to discuss the Portland Trail Blazers. Can Scoot Henderson take the starting spot? Who is the best player on the Blazers? Who starts? Who could be on the move? All that and much more.


Host: Dave DuFour and Andrew Schlecht

With: Keith Parish and Sean Heiken

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Published 2025-09-05

Pacers and Pistons Season Preview

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Zena Keita is joined by Caitlin Cooper of Basketball She Wrote to discuss in Indiana Pacers. How will they move forward this season without Haliburton? Can Andrew Nemhard carry the load at starting point guard? In what ways can Siakam, Nesmith, and Mathurin step up? How will they fill in the center position without Myles Turner?

After the break Es Baraheni is joined by Hunter Patterson to discuss the Detroit Pistons. What additions did they make that will impact the season? How can Jaden Ivey grow into his role? Can Cade Cunningham take a step forward? Is Jalen Duren’s improvement enough? All that and more on today’s episode. 


Host: Zena Keita and Es Bareheni

With: Caitlin Cooper and Hunter Patterson

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio Producer: Michael Ayaub

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Zena Keita is joined by Caitlin Cooper of Basketball She Wrote to discuss in Indiana Pacers. How will they move forward this season without Haliburton? Can Andrew Nemhard carry the load at starting point guard? In what ways can Siakam, Nesmith, and Mathurin step up? How will they fill in the center position without Myles Turner?

After the break Es Baraheni is joined by Hunter Patterson to discuss the Detroit Pistons. What additions did they make that will impact the season? How can Jaden Ivey grow into his role? Can Cade Cunningham take a step forward? Is Jalen Duren’s improvement enough? All that and more on today’s episode. 


Host: Zena Keita and Es Bareheni

With: Caitlin Cooper and Hunter Patterson

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio Producer: Michael Ayaub

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Published 2025-09-03

Pablo Torre on the Clippers and Kawhi

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Dave DuFour and Sam Amick are joined by Pablo Torre to discuss his report on Pablo Torre Finds Out about Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers. They discuss what will make the report stick, what the smoking gun in this reporting is, the timeline of Kawhi’s deal, the Clippers birthday tweet, and if the league will actually take on Steve Balmer.


Host: Dave DuFour and Sam Amick

With: Pablo Torre

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Dave DuFour and Sam Amick are joined by Pablo Torre to discuss his report on Pablo Torre Finds Out about Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers. They discuss what will make the report stick, what the smoking gun in this reporting is, the timeline of Kawhi’s deal, the Clippers birthday tweet, and if the league will actually take on Steve Balmer.


Host: Dave DuFour and Sam Amick

With: Pablo Torre

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Published 2025-09-02

Clippers and Knicks Season Preview

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Dave DuFour is joined by Law Murray to preview the Clippers season. What are the expectations for Kawhi? What are the biggest offseason moves that will affect the team? What are reasonable expectations for the Clippers?

After the break Es Baraheni is joined by James Edwards III to discuss the Knicks and what improvements they made in the offseason, if Mike Brown can help them get to the Finals, and what is the best measure of success for the Knicks?Host: Dave DuFour and Es Bareheni


With: Law Murray and James Edwards III

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Dave DuFour is joined by Law Murray to preview the Clippers season. What are the expectations for Kawhi? What are the biggest offseason moves that will affect the team? What are reasonable expectations for the Clippers?

After the break Es Baraheni is joined by James Edwards III to discuss the Knicks and what improvements they made in the offseason, if Mike Brown can help them get to the Finals, and what is the best measure of success for the Knicks?Host: Dave DuFour and Es Bareheni


With: Law Murray and James Edwards III

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Published 2025-08-30

NBA Pressure Draft

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Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by National Writer at the Athletic, Fred Katz to discuss which teams and players are under the most pressure heading into the 2025-2026 season. They each will draft one for each of the following categories:



Round 1: Star Player

Round 2: Contenders

Round 3: Young Player

Round 4: Front Office

Round 5: Wildcard (Choose anything NBA-related that wouldn’t fall into one of the previous categories)


Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

With: Fred Katz

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by National Writer at the Athletic, Fred Katz to discuss which teams and players are under the most pressure heading into the 2025-2026 season. They each will draft one for each of the following categories:



Round 1: Star Player

Round 2: Contenders

Round 3: Young Player

Round 4: Front Office

Round 5: Wildcard (Choose anything NBA-related that wouldn’t fall into one of the previous categories)


Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

With: Fred Katz

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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The Basketball 100 Podcast is a 6 part podcast that counts down the 100 best players in the history of the NBA. Episode 6 includes players 5-1 hosted by David Aldridge, Joe Vardon and Law Murray of the Athletic. They discuss which players have brought the most joy, recount the players that people may not know well, and discuss which players are too high and too low on the list.


1.  Michael Jordan  

2.  LeBron James

3.  Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

4.  Bill Russell

5.  Magic Johnson



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Host: David Aldridge

With: Joe Vardon and Law Murray

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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The Basketball 100 Podcast is a 6 part podcast that counts down the 100 best players in the history of the NBA. Episode 6 includes players 5-1 hosted by David Aldridge, Joe Vardon and Law Murray of the Athletic. They discuss which players have brought the most joy, recount the players that people may not know well, and discuss which players are too high and too low on the list.


1.  Michael Jordan  

2.  LeBron James

3.  Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

4.  Bill Russell

5.  Magic Johnson



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Host: David Aldridge

With: Joe Vardon and Law Murray

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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The Basketball 100 Podcast is a 6 part podcast that counts down the 100 best players in the history of the NBA. Episode 5 includes players 19-6 hosted by Jon Krawczynski, Jay King and Kelly Iko of the Athletic. They discuss which players have brought the most joy, recount the players that people may not know well, and discuss which players are too high and too low on the list.


6.  Wilt Chamberlain

7.  Shaquille O’Neal

8.  Tim Duncan

9.  Larry Bird

10. Kobe Bryant

11. Hakeem Olajuwon

12. Steph Curry

13. Oscar Robertson

14. Kevin Durant

15. Julius Irving

16. Jerry West

17. Karl Malone

18. Kevin Garnett

19. Moses Malone



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Host: Jon Krawczynski

With: Jay King and Kelly Iko

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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The Basketball 100 Podcast is a 6 part podcast that counts down the 100 best players in the history of the NBA. Episode 5 includes players 19-6 hosted by Jon Krawczynski, Jay King and Kelly Iko of the Athletic. They discuss which players have brought the most joy, recount the players that people may not know well, and discuss which players are too high and too low on the list.


6.  Wilt Chamberlain

7.  Shaquille O’Neal

8.  Tim Duncan

9.  Larry Bird

10. Kobe Bryant

11. Hakeem Olajuwon

12. Steph Curry

13. Oscar Robertson

14. Kevin Durant

15. Julius Irving

16. Jerry West

17. Karl Malone

18. Kevin Garnett

19. Moses Malone



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Host: Jon Krawczynski

With: Jay King and Kelly Iko

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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The Basketball 100 Podcast is a 6 part podcast that counts down the 100 best players in the history of the NBA. Episode 4 includes players 39-20 hosted by Eric Nehm, Hunter Patterson and Law Murray of the Athletic. They discuss which players have brought the most joy, recount the players that people may not know well, and discuss which players are too high and too low on the list.

20. Dirk Nowitzki

21. David Robinson

22. Giannis Antetokounmpo

23. Charles Barkley

24. Elgin Baylor

25. Isiah Thomas

26. Rick Barry

27. Dwayne Wade

28. Nikola Jokic

29. John Havlicek

30. Scottie Pippen

31. Chris Paul

32. Bob Pettit

33. John Stockton

34. James Harden

35. Kawhi Leonard

36. George Mikan

37. Jason Kidd

38. Patrick Ewing

39. Steve Nash



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Host: Eric Nehm

With: Hunter Patterson and Law Murray

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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The Basketball 100 Podcast is a 6 part podcast that counts down the 100 best players in the history of the NBA. Episode 4 includes players 39-20 hosted by Eric Nehm, Hunter Patterson and Law Murray of the Athletic. They discuss which players have brought the most joy, recount the players that people may not know well, and discuss which players are too high and too low on the list.

20. Dirk Nowitzki

21. David Robinson

22. Giannis Antetokounmpo

23. Charles Barkley

24. Elgin Baylor

25. Isiah Thomas

26. Rick Barry

27. Dwayne Wade

28. Nikola Jokic

29. John Havlicek

30. Scottie Pippen

31. Chris Paul

32. Bob Pettit

33. John Stockton

34. James Harden

35. Kawhi Leonard

36. George Mikan

37. Jason Kidd

38. Patrick Ewing

39. Steve Nash



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Host: Eric Nehm

With: Hunter Patterson and Law Murray

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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The Basketball 100 Podcast is a 6 part podcast that counts down the 100 best players in the history of the NBA. Episode 3 includes players 59-40 hosted by Jay King, Eric Koreen and Jason Jones of the Athletic. They discuss which players have brought the most joy, recount the players that people may not know well, and discuss which players are too high and too low on the list.

40. Bob Cousy

41. Joel Embiid

42. Elvin Hayes

43. George Gervin

44. Clyde Drexler

45. Willis Reed

46. Clyde Frazier

47. Russell Westbrook

48. Reggie Miller

49. Allen Iverson

50. Gary Payton

51. Paul Pierce

52. Kevin McHale

53. Luka Doncic

54. Dominique Wilkins

55. Ray Allen

56. Dwight Howard

57. Anthony Davis

58. Bob McAdoo

59. James Worthy


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Host: Jay King

With: Eric Koreen and Jason Jones

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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The Basketball 100 Podcast is a 6 part podcast that counts down the 100 best players in the history of the NBA. Episode 3 includes players 59-40 hosted by Jay King, Eric Koreen and Jason Jones of the Athletic. They discuss which players have brought the most joy, recount the players that people may not know well, and discuss which players are too high and too low on the list.

40. Bob Cousy

41. Joel Embiid

42. Elvin Hayes

43. George Gervin

44. Clyde Drexler

45. Willis Reed

46. Clyde Frazier

47. Russell Westbrook

48. Reggie Miller

49. Allen Iverson

50. Gary Payton

51. Paul Pierce

52. Kevin McHale

53. Luka Doncic

54. Dominique Wilkins

55. Ray Allen

56. Dwight Howard

57. Anthony Davis

58. Bob McAdoo

59. James Worthy


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Host: Jay King

With: Eric Koreen and Jason Jones

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the winners and losers of the NBA schedule including the Blazers, Sixers and Pelicans. Then the guys are joined by Dave DuFour to discuss 10 questions about the upcoming NBA Season.


Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

With: Dave DuFour

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the winners and losers of the NBA schedule including the Blazers, Sixers and Pelicans. Then the guys are joined by Dave DuFour to discuss 10 questions about the upcoming NBA Season.


Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

With: Dave DuFour

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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The Basketball 100 Podcast is a 6 part podcast that counts down the 100 best players in the history of the NBA. Episode 2 includes players 79-60 hosted by Jon Krawczynski, Fred Katz and Law Murray of the Athletic. They discuss which players have brought the most joy, recount the players that people may not know well, and discuss which players are too high and too low on the list.


60. Tracy McGrady

61. Dave Cowens

62. Wes Unseld

63. Dolph Schayes

64. Dennis Rodman

65. Damian Lillard

66. Carmelo Anthony 

67. Earl Monroe

68. Chris Webber 

69. Billy Cunningham

70. Tiny Archibald

71. Robert Parish

72. Paul George

73. Hal Greer

74. Bill Walton

75. Alonzo Mourning

76. Jerry Lucas

77. Sam Jones

78. Pau Gasol

79. Alex English


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Host: Jon Krawczynski

With: Fred Katz and Law Murray

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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The Basketball 100 Podcast is a 6 part podcast that counts down the 100 best players in the history of the NBA. Episode 2 includes players 79-60 hosted by Jon Krawczynski, Fred Katz and Law Murray of the Athletic. They discuss which players have brought the most joy, recount the players that people may not know well, and discuss which players are too high and too low on the list.


60. Tracy McGrady

61. Dave Cowens

62. Wes Unseld

63. Dolph Schayes

64. Dennis Rodman

65. Damian Lillard

66. Carmelo Anthony 

67. Earl Monroe

68. Chris Webber 

69. Billy Cunningham

70. Tiny Archibald

71. Robert Parish

72. Paul George

73. Hal Greer

74. Bill Walton

75. Alonzo Mourning

76. Jerry Lucas

77. Sam Jones

78. Pau Gasol

79. Alex English


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Host: Jon Krawczynski

With: Fred Katz and Law Murray

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Basketball 100 Podcast is a 6 part podcast that counts down the 100 best players in the history of the NBA. Episode 1 includes players 100-80 hosted by Jared Weiss, Mike Vorkunov and Tony Jones of the Athletic. They discuss which players have brought the most joy, recount the players that people may not know well, and discuss which players are too high and too low on the list.


80. Kyrie Irving

81. Pete Maravich 

82. Manu Ginobili

83. Spencer Haywood

84. Grant Hill

85. Vince Carter

86. Chris Bosh

87. Tony Parker

88. Dennis Johnson

89. Paul Arizin

90. Nate Thurmond

91. Jayson Tatum

92. Bernard King

93. Bill Sharman

94. Artis Gilmore

95. Sidney Moncrief

96. Lenny Wilkens

97. Dave DeBusschere

98. Dave Bing

99. Jimmy Butler

100. Draymond Green


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https://tinyurl.com/5pjdhu4d



Host: Jared Weiss 

With: Tony Jones and Mike Vorkunov

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More description

The Basketball 100 Podcast is a 6 part podcast that counts down the 100 best players in the history of the NBA. Episode 1 includes players 100-80 hosted by Jared Weiss, Mike Vorkunov and Tony Jones of the Athletic. They discuss which players have brought the most joy, recount the players that people may not know well, and discuss which players are too high and too low on the list.


80. Kyrie Irving

81. Pete Maravich 

82. Manu Ginobili

83. Spencer Haywood

84. Grant Hill

85. Vince Carter

86. Chris Bosh

87. Tony Parker

88. Dennis Johnson

89. Paul Arizin

90. Nate Thurmond

91. Jayson Tatum

92. Bernard King

93. Bill Sharman

94. Artis Gilmore

95. Sidney Moncrief

96. Lenny Wilkens

97. Dave DeBusschere

98. Dave Bing

99. Jimmy Butler

100. Draymond Green


Buy the Book!

https://tinyurl.com/5pjdhu4d



Host: Jared Weiss 

With: Tony Jones and Mike Vorkunov

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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