Hardwood Knocks: An NBA Podcast

2023-24 NBA Win Totals: The Eastern Conference

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant tackle their win-loss projections and over/under predictions for every NBA team in the Eastern Conference! TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO4...

2023-24 NBA Season Win Predictions: The Western Conference

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant tackle their win-loss projections and over/under predictions for every NBA team in the Western Conference! TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO3...

2023-24 NBA League Pass Rankings

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan went on The NBA Podcast with Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and Morten Jensen (@msjnba) to rank all 30 NBA teamsby their watchability for the 2023-24 s...

Denver Nuggets 2023-24 Lookahead

09 Oct 2023

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Dan is joined by Adam Mares (@Adam_Mares) from DNVR Sports and Locked On Nuggets to discuss everything and anything about the REIGNING CHAMPION DENVER...

Philadelphia 76ers 2023-24 Lookahead

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant are joined by Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from The NBA Podcast, Liberty Ballers, Forbes and Bleacher Report to discuss the outlook on the ...

2023 NBA Training Camp Takeaways and Storylines

05 Oct 2023

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Dan and Grant convene to discuss some of their biggest takeaways, storylines and questions from 2023 NBA training camp so far. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - ...

Caitlin Cooper of 'Basketball, She Wrote'

03 Oct 2023

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Dan is joined by the GOAT of NBA coverage and the mind behind 'Basketball, She Wrote: A Blog About the Basketball Played by the Indiana Pacers," Caitl...

JRUE HOLIDAY TO THE CELTICS TRADE REACTION

01 Oct 2023

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Dan breaks down every angle of the Portland Trail Blazers sending Jrue Holiday to the Boston Celtics. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:48 - Trade details...

2022 NBA Offseason Re-Grades: The Western Conference

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

IT’S FINALLY ACCOUNTABILITY SEASON. Dan and Grant revisit their 2022 NBA offseason grades and re-evaluate their takes for every team in the Western ...

DAMIAN LILLARD TO THE BUCKS TRADE REACTION

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant dive into all angles of the Damian Lillard trade to the Milwaukee Bucks, including what it means for Dame, Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Po...

Los Angeles Lakers 2023-24 Lookahead

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Jabari Ali Davis (@JabariDavisNBA) from the Mad Boosties podcast to discuss everything and anything related to the 2023-24 Los Angele...

New Orleans Pelicans 2023-24 Lookahead

26 Sep 2023

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Dan is joined by Shamit (@FearTheBrown) from the In The N.O. podcast and the In The N.O. Substack to discuss the 2023-24 New Orleans Pelicans and the ...

Dallas Mavericks 2023-24 Lookahead

25 Sep 2023

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Dan is joined by Kirk Henderson (@KirkSeriousFace) from Mavs Moneyball and Pod Maverick to discuss the 2023-24 Dallas Mavericks outlook, a discussion ...

Phoenix Suns 2023-24 Lookahead

24 Sep 2023

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Dan is joined by Sam Cooper (@scooperhoops) and Mike Vigil (@protectedpick) from The Timeline Podcast(@TheTimelinePod) to break down the 2023-24 Phoen...

2022 NBA Offseason Re-Grades: Eastern Conference

23 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

IT'S FINALLY ACCOUNTABILITY SEASON. Dan and Grant revisit their 2022 NBA offseason grades and re-evaluate their takes for every team in the Eastern Co...

New York Knicks 2023-24 Lookahead

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Andrew Claudio (@AndrewJClaudio_) from Knicks Film School (@KnickFilmSkool) to discuss the outlook for the 2023-24 New York Knicks an...

Oklahoma City Thunder 2023-24 Lookahead

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by three of the co-hosts from The Uncontested Podcast (@The_Uncontested): Nick Crain (@Crain_NBA), Jacob Kniffen (@JacobKniffen) and Tay...

Toronto Raptors 2023-24 Lookahead

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Imman Adan (@Imman_Adan) from the Pros & Claws blog and Yahoo Sports Canada to discuss everything and anything about the 2023-24 ...

Memphis Grizzlies 2023-24 Lookahead

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant are joined by Keith Parish from the Fastbreak Breakfast (@fastbreakbreak)and Grits and Grinds(@grizzliespod) podcasts to discuss—YOU G...

Indiana Pacers 2023-24 Lookahead

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant are joined by Caitlin Cooper (@C2_Cooper), THE GOAT HERSELF, from 'BASKETBALL, SHE WROTE' to discuss the incredibly fun, frenetic and fa...

Chicago Bulls 2023-24 Lookahead

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Jason Patt (@Bulls_Jay) from the Cash Considerations podcast to discuss everything and anything about the 2023-24 Chicago Bulls. SUBS...

Orlando Magic 2023-24 Lookahead

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Kyle from Court Cousins: An Orlando Magic NBA Podcast (@Court_Cousins) to discuss—YOU GUESSED IT—everything and anything about th...

Charlotte Hornets 2023-24 Lookahead

11 Sep 2023

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Dan is joined by Konata Edwards (@NataTheScribe) from CBS Sports to discuss everything and anything about the 2023-24 Charlotte Hornets. FOLLOW KONATA...

Washington Wizards 2023-24 Lookahead

08 Sep 2023

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Dan is joined by Matt Modderno (@MattModderno) from the Bleav in Wizards podcast (@BleavinWizards) to discuss the 2023-24 Washington Wizards and the b...

Cleveland Cavaliers 2023-24 Lookahead

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Justin Rowan (@Cavsanda) from The Chase Down Podcast (@ChaseDownPod) to discuss everything you need to know about the 2023-24 Clevela...

Sacramento Kings 2023-24 Lookahead

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant are joined by Greg Wissinger (@gwiss) from The Kings Herald (@thekingsherald) to discuss everything about the 2023-24 Sacramento Kings. ...

Atlanta Hawks 2023-24 Lookahead

01 Sep 2023

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Dan is joined by Lauren Williams (@WilliamsLaurenL) from the Atlanta Journal Constitution to break down the 2023-24 Atlanta Hawks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:0...

Houston Rockets 2023-24 Lookahead

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) from Red Nation Hoops to break down everything about the 2023-24 Houston Rockets. SUBSCRIBE TO HIS INDEPEN...

Milwaukee Bucks 2023-24 Lookahead

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Ti Windisch (@TiWindisch) of the Gyro Step Podcast ( @WatchGSPN ) to break down everything about the 2023-24 Milwaukee Bucks. TIMESTA...

Detroit Pistons 2023-24 Lookahead

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Lazarus Jackson (@lazchance) from Detroit Bad Boys to break down the 2023-24 Detroit Pistons. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO2:17 - Gene...

2023 NBA Offseason Grades: Mavs, Rockets, Grizzlies, Pelicans & Spurs

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant deliver their 2023 NBA offseaosn grades for the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans and San Anton...

2023 NBA Offseason Grades: Warriors, Clippers, Lakers, Suns & Kings

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant deliver their 2023 NBA offseason grades for the Golden State Warriors, LA Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Sacramento Kings and Phoenix Sun...

2023 NBA Offseason Grades: Nuggets, Timberwolves, Thunder, Blazers & Jazz

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant deliver their 2023 NBA offseason grades for the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Portland Trail Blazers an...

James Harden vs. Daryl Morey: Part 9,486,731

17 Aug 2023

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Dan is joined by Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) of Red Nation Hoops to discuss James Harden vs. Daryl Morey, NBA trade demands, the future of Joel Embiid ...

2023 NBA Offseason Grades: Bulls, Cavs, Pistons, Pacers & Bucks

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant deliver their 2023 NBA offseason grades for the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks....

James Harden vs The Sixers is Getting Ugly

13 Aug 2023

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Dan discusses the latest "breaking" news on James Harden vs. the Philadelphia 76ers. PLUS: AN ANNOUNCEMENT! TIMESTAMPS⬇️INTRO/ANNOUNCEMENT: 0:00Ja...

2023 NBA Offseason Grades: Hawks, Hornets, Heat, Magics & Wizards

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant deliver their 2023 NBA offseason grades for the Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards. TIME...

2023 NBA Offseason Grades; Celtics, Nets, Knicks, Sixers & Raptors

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant deliver their 2023 NBA offseason grades for the Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers and Toronto Raptors. ...

MAILBAG: Best NBA Training Camp Battles, Devin Vassell's Ceiling, Anthony Edwards' Passing

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan tackles questions that cover the fit between Julius Randle and RJ Barrett, the future of the Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs, the val...

Drafting The Best NBA Players Age 23 And Younger

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant collaborate on some PEAK NBA offseason content by drafting the best players age 23 or younger as if they're landing them for the rest of...

Basketball Feelings with Katie Heindl

02 Aug 2023

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Dan is joined by Katie Heindl (@wtevs), the author of the wildly popular Basketball Feelings Substack, to discuss her upcoming book, her NBA "Exits" s...

Reacting to the Weakest Link in Every NBA Starting 5

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan provides his thoughts and reactions to "The Weakest Link in Every NBA Team's Start 5." SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https...

4 NBA Teams Nobody is Talking About + The Future Of James Harden And The Sixers

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from The NBA Podcast, Forbes and Liberty Ballers to discuss the latest on the James Harden and Philadelphia...

Jaylen Brown Extension + Mini Mailbag

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan analyzes whether the Boston Celtics made a mistake with the Jaylen Brown extension and what his deal means for supermax candidates moving forward....

Should The Cavs Trade Donovan Mitchell?

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

ONE QUESTION MINI POD ALERT. Should the Cleveland Cavaliers trade Donovan Mitchell? Tim Bontemps of ESPN thinks so. Dan disagrees. And he's here to ex...

MAILBAG: Point Devin Booker, Superteams, Top Offseasons, Best Joel Embiid Landing Spots

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan dives into a mailbag that covers the best Joel Embiid trade destinations, NBA teams that had the best offseason, how Devin Booker will fare runnin...

Raptors Future, Siakam Trade Rumors and NBA Teams Flying Under the Radar

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Esfandiar Baraheni (@JustEsBaraheni) from SDPN Sports to talk about the Toronto Raptors, Pascal Siakam trade rumors and a few NBA tea...

The Joel Embiid Trade Request Is Coming

17 Jul 2023

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Dan discusses the recent comments made by Joel Embiid that hints at an uncertain future with the Philadelphia 76ers. SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HA...

Bouncin' Around, Part 2: Pacers, Cavs, Warriors, Lakers, Mavs, Scoot, Hornets, Wemby

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant discuss their offseason impressions of the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Mavericks, Indiana Pacers, Cleveland Cavali...

Bouncin' Around, Part 1: Pascal Siakam Rumors, In-Season Tourney, Heat, Suns, Nuggets, MORE

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant bounce around the NBA rumor, news and offseason mill. Part 1 covers the new In-Season Tournament, Damian Lillard trades, Pascal Siakam t...

MAILBAG: Damian Lillard to OKC?!, Best Remaining Free Agents, Bucks PGs, Spurs, What Ifs?!

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan dives into a mailbag that covers the latest Damian Lillard trade rumors, a potential deal that lands Dame with the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Milw...

DAMIAN LILLARD REQUESTED A TRADE

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan breaks down all the angles of the Damian Lillard trade request, including the best destinations and offers, and whether the Portland Trail Blazers...

2023 NBA Free Agency Reactions, Part 4

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 4 of our live 2023 NBA free agency show, Dan runs solo for a few minutes to discuss the remaining free-agency landscape, the San Antonio Spurs...

2023 NBA Free Agency Reactions, Part 3

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 3 of their live 2023 NBA free agency show, Dan and Grant react to every rumor and signing while tackling some big picture questions. This one ...

2023 NBA Free Agency Reactions, Part 2

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 2 of their 2023 NBA free agency live show, Dan and Grant react to every signing and rumor, beginning with Jakob Poeltl returning to the Toront...

2023 NBA Free Agency Reactions, Part 1

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 1 of our 2023 NBA free agency live show, Dan and Grant react to every signing and rumor. This one cuts off right before the Jakob Poeltl signi...

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Bulls, Cavs, Pistons, Pacers, Bucks

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant preview the 2023 NBA offseason for the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks. TIMESTAM...

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Nuggets, Wolves, Thunder, Blazers, Jazz

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant preview the 2023 NBA offseason for Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Portland Trail Blazers and Utah Jazz. ...

2023 NBA Draft Takeaways and Trade Reactions

23 Jun 2023

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Dan and Grant discuss all their most significant observations coming out of the 2023 NBA Draft. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:47 - Chris Paul ...

Kristaps Porzingis-Marcus Smart Trade Reaction & Community 2023 NBA Mock Draft

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Marcus Smart is now in the Memphis Grizzlies! Kristaps Porzingis is a member of the Boston Celtics! Tyus Jones is on the suddenly rebuilding Washingto...

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Mavs, Rockets, Grizzlies, Pelicans, Spurs

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant go deep on the 2023 NBA offseason outlooks for the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans and San An...

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Hawks, Hornets, Heat, Magic, Wizards

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant preview the 2023 NBA offseason for the Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards. TIMESTAMPS⬇...

BRADLEY BEAL TRADE REACTION

18 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan breaks down every angle of the Bradley Beal trade. What does the Phoenix Suns offense look like? Will Deandre Ayton be dealt next? What are the Wa...

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Dubs, Clippers, Lakers, Suns, Kings

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant preview the 2023 NBA offseason for the Golden State Warriors, L.A. Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings. TIME...

The Best Bradley Beal Trade Destinations

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan discusses the latest Bradley Beal rumors, including the difficulty of moving his contract and the best offer EVERY NBA TEAM might be willing to fi...

The Denver Nuggets Did It! Plus, the Future of the Heat, Pelicans Rumors, Raptors Outlook

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant put a bow on the 2023 NBA Finals. They get into Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Michael Porter Jr., the team-building process and what's nex...

2023 NBA Draft Mega Primer + Chris Paul Rumors

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Adam Spinella from The Box and One (@TheBoxAndOne_) for an extensive discussion about the 2023 NBA draft, as well as the latest Chris...

NBA Finals Talk, LeBron-Mavs Rumors, Atlantic Division Offseason Outlook

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant discuss the first two NBA Finals games between the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat, in addition to the latest coaching hires and the LeBro...

MAILBAG PART 2: Nikola Jokic, NBA Draft Scenarios, A 4-Team Trade, Playoff History

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

MAIL TIME. First, though, Dan riffs on the mega contract plows through a list of mailbag questions that cover the NBA Finals, all-time-great playoff p...

Nuggets vs. Heat NBA Finals Primer, Celtics Outlook, Bob Myers Leaves Warriors, Coaching Hires

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant preview the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat facing off in the NBA Finals and tackle the outlook of the Boston Celtics in the aftermath of ...

MAILBAG: NBA Coverage, Sixers Rebuild?, Blazers Trades, LeBron's Retirement, More

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

MAIL TIME. Dan answers a wide array of questions that tackle the state of NBA media coverage, the prospect of a Philadelphia 76ers rebuild, Portland T...

The Nuggets!, Celtics Outlook, Heat Secret Sauce, Lakers Future, Melo Retires

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant discuss the Denver Nuggets winning the Western Conference and heading to the NBA Finals, as well as the superstar trajectory of Nikola J...

Victor Wembanyama Changes Everything for the San Antonio Spurs

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Noah Magaro-George (@N_Magaro) from AirAlamo and the Alamo City Limits podcast to discuss the San Antonio Spurs' offseason and longer...

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant discuss the NBA offseason outlooks for the Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:06 - Golden State Warriors 10:48 -...

Ja Morant, Sixers Outlook Post-Doc Rivers, Nuggets vs. Lakers, Celtics vs. Heat

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant discuss the latest Ja Morant incident and the Philadelphia 76ers firing Doc Rivers before previewing Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lake...

MAILBAG: Celtics Breakup Coming?, Suns WYD, All-NBA Snubs, Tyrese Maxey!

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

MAIL TIME. Dan plows through a goodie bag's worth of questions that cover the future of the Boston Celtics, trades for the Phoenix Suns to pursue, a D...

Dissecting Everything Celtics vs Sixers and Nuggets vs. Suns

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant take a DEEP dive into the NBA playoff battles between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers as well as the Denver Nuggets and Phoeni...

Is This The End of The Road for The Knicks and Warriors?

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant unload all of their thoughts on the Golden State Warriors and New York Knicks entering their win-or-go-home Game 5s. They also take a de...

MAILBAG: Bucks Fire Budenholzer, Kyrie for Gobert???, Is the Regular Season Pointless?

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

MAIL TIME. Dan discusses the Milwaukee Bucks' decision to "dismiss" Mike Budenholzer before diving into a mailbag the covers coaching in the NBA playo...

Sixers vs. Celtics, Nuggets vs. Suns, Outlooks for Kings and Grizzlies

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant dive into James Harden's pants and epic Game 1 performance against the Boston Celtics, the Phoenix Suns-Denver Nuggets series and the of...

Dillon Brooks + Golden Warriors vs. Los Angeles Lakers Primer

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant discuss the Memphis Grizzlies' decision to move on from Dillon Brooks before jumping into what to watch for throughout the Golden State ...

2023 NBA Playoffs Exits, Advancements and Big Picture Ramifications

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant bounce around the 2023 NBA playoffs. They begin with discussing the futures of the Milwaukee Bucks and LA Clippers after their exits. Th...

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Houston Rockets

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) from Red Nation Hoops to discuss the Houston Rockets hiring Ime Udoka, reflections from the 2022-23 season...

MAILBAG: Should the Bucks Fire Budenholzer, Paul George Trades, Playoff Format, Clippers Future

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

MAIL TIME. This week's journey down You Asked, Dan Answered Lane covers the Milwaukee Bucks, Mike Budenholzer and Giannis Antetokounmpo, Paul George t...

Toronto Raptors Fire Nick Nurse, 2023 NBA Playoffs Winners & Losers

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant react to the Toronto Raptors firing Nick Nurse and then go through their EARLY 2023 NBA playoffs winners and losers so far. TIMESTAMPS B...

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Washington Wizards

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan is joined by Matt Modderno (@MattModderno) from the Bleav in Wizards podcast (@BleavinWizards) to discuss the future of the Washington Wizards fol...

MAILBAG: Draymond Green Suspension, Playoff Overreactions, Win-Win Trades

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

MAIL TIME. Dan answers an array of questions that cover the Draymond Green suspension, Ja Morant's injury, the Philadelphia 76ers-Brooklyn Nets series...

2023 NBA Playoffs Primers: Bucks vs. Heat, Nuggets vs. Timberwolves

15 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant wrap up their 2023 NBA playoffs primer with extend thoughts on the first-round matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and Miami Heat as wel...

Are We Underestimating the Sacramento Kings?

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

BONUS POD. Dan is joined by The Kings Herald's Greg Wissinger (@gwiss) to discuss the wave of doubt engulfing the Sacramento Kings as they prepare to ...

2023 NBA Playoffs Primer: PHI/BRK, BOS/ATL, CLE/NYK, SAC/GSW, MEM/LAL, PHO/LAC

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant preview all six first-round series that already set for the 2023 NBA playoffs. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:35 - INTRO 6:05 - Philadelphia 7...

2023 All-NBA, All-Defense And All-Rookie Picks

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Dan drop their picks for All-NBA, All-Defense and All-Rookie teams. Be sure to check out our awards pod here: https://bit.ly/hwkx886 TIMESTA...

Our 2023 NBA Awards Ballots

10 Apr 2023

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Grant and Dan go LOOOOONG on their 2022-23 NBA awards ballots. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:35 - INTRO/CRITERIA 9:31 - MVP/More Criteria 34:16 - Executive...

MAILBAG: Luka Doncic and the Mavs, Deandre Ayton's Future, Mikal Bridges for MIP?, The Pacers!

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

MAIL TIME. This week's batch of FANTABULOUS questions have us talking about the future of Dallas Mavericks and Luka Doncic, why the Sacramento Kings #...

Breaking Down The New NBA CBA with Keith Smith of Spotrac

05 Apr 2023

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Dan is joined by the legendary Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) from Spotrac to cover the ins and outs of the new NBA collective bargaining agreement. Top...

We Were Wrong, and We're Sorry

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant revisit their NBA preseason win-loss predictions and take ownership of their biggest misses and explain their logic, what went wrong and...

MAILBAG, PART 2: Jaylen Brown's future, Julius Randle Injury, Luka Doncic trades

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

MAIL TIME, PART 2. In the second mailbag of the week, Dan discusses the Julius Randle injury, playoff offenses, the future of Jaylen Brown on the Bost...

MAILBAG, PART 1: Evan Mobley for DPOY?!, Jaden McDaniels, LaMelo Ball,

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

MAIL TIME. Dan goes through questions that cover Evan Mobley and the Defensive Player of the Year race, the growth of Jaden McDaniels and his next con...

Should the Mavericks Tank?, 5 Bold Predictions

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan discusses the collapse of the Dallas Mavericks, the prospect of their tanking this season and what the current state of affairs means for their se...

Paul George Injury Fallout & 1 Free Agent Every NBA Team Should Target

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan goes LONG on the Paul George injury and its impact on the short- and long-term future of the LA Clippers. Then, while nobody asked for this, Dan o...

BOUNCIN' AROUND: Pelicans Future, The Knicks!, Jalen Williams for RoY?!, Sixers, More

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Grant are trading big-picture observations for that will define the rest of the NBA season, potentially the 2023 NBA playoffs and definitely t...