The Athletic NBA Daily

Rookie Check In + Sam Amick on NBA Gambling Scandal

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Es Baraheni discuss the red flags they’ve seen so far this season including teams without guards like the Rockets, Mavs...

Wemby, VJ, and the Mafia + Yaron Weitzman on the LeBron Lakers

25 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Shai Gets Career High + Warriors Out Duel Nuggets

24 Oct 2025

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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...

Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier Investigation Emergency Pod

23 Oct 2025

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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 Rozie...

Knicks topple Cavs + Wemby explodes for 40

23 Oct 2025

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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 ridicul...

NBA Opening Week | Morning Shootaround

22 Oct 2025

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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. Hosted on...

Thunder Win Thriller + Curry dominates Luka

22 Oct 2025

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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...

Predicting the NBA season with Tracy McGrady

21 Oct 2025

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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...

Inside Nuggets Training Camp + Opening Night Picks

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 joi...

Rookie Preview + 2026 NBA Draft Introduction

18 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

NBA Eastern Conference Preview: The top 5 contenders

17 Oct 2025

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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...

NBA Western Conference Preview: The top 5 contenders

16 Oct 2025

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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Law Murray answer the following five questions about the Western Conference:Who are the top 5 players in the West?2. Which...

Bold NBA predictions + under pressure teams

15 Oct 2025

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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 ...

NBA award predictions: Who will win MVP?

14 Oct 2025

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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 RO...

Does Kevin Durant make the Rockets contenders?

13 Oct 2025

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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 ...

Can Ace Bailey give hope to the Jazz?

10 Oct 2025

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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 ...

Can Anthony Edwards win the 2026 NBA MVP?

09 Oct 2025

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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...

Can Devin Booker lead the Suns to a better season?

08 Oct 2025

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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 ...

Can the Philadelphia 76ers make the playoffs without Embiid?

07 Oct 2025

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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 situ...

Can the Thunder win the title again?

06 Oct 2025

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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 t...

Is this the Warriors last shot at a title?

03 Oct 2025

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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, t...

Is Wembanyama ready for the MVP conversation?

02 Oct 2025

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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...

Can the Mavs surprise in the West?

01 Oct 2025

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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 ...

Is this Lakers team championship ready? + Who is Uncle Dennis?

30 Sep 2025

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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....

Are the Bucks underrated?

29 Sep 2025

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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 com...

Is this Lakers team championship level?

29 Sep 2025

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Dave DuFour is joined by Dan Woike of the Athletic to preview the Los Angeles Lakers season. Is Deandre Ayton is the most important player in the NBA?...

Surprise Teams | Slam N Jam

27 Sep 2025

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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...

Are the Raptors a Playoff Team?

26 Sep 2025

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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, Scotti...

Is it time to trade LaMelo Ball?

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Schlecht is joined by Richie Randall of the Buzz Beat Podcast to discuss the Charlotte Hornets and their season outlook. Andrew and Richie disc...

Are the Hawks ready to challenge the Eastern Conference?

24 Sep 2025

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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 Lau...

Can Josh Giddey carry the Bulls?

23 Sep 2025

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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 G...

Are the Magic ready for a deep playoff run?

22 Sep 2025

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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 ad...

Are the Wizards young players ready to step up?

19 Sep 2025

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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 t...

Do the Nets have any hope?

18 Sep 2025

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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...

Can the Pelicans turn things around this season?

17 Sep 2025

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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 ...

Does the NBA have enough to punish the Clippers?

16 Sep 2025

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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 repo...

Are the Nuggets the NBA title favorites?

15 Sep 2025

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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...

What you need to know about the NBA CBA

13 Sep 2025

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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 includin...

Pablo Torre on the Clippers and the other Dennis

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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. P...

Celtics and Kings Season Preview

10 Sep 2025

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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 King...

Grizzlies and Blazers Season Preview

08 Sep 2025

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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 ...

Pacers and Pistons Season Preview

05 Sep 2025

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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...

Pablo Torre on the Clippers and Kawhi

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Clippers and Knicks Season Preview

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 wil...

NBA Pressure Draft

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 pressur...

Is Michael Jordan better than LeBron James? - Episode 6 Basketball 100

28 Aug 2025

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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 ...

Should Steph Curry be a top 10 player? - Episode 5 Basketball 100

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Does Scottie Pippen belong in the top 40? - Episode 4 Basketball 100

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 hoste...

How will Dwight Howard be remembered? - Episode 3 Basketball 100

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 hoste...

10 Questions about the NBA Season + Schedule Winners and Losers

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the winners and losers of the NBA schedule including the Blazers, Sixers and Pelicans. Then the guys are joine...

Is TMac overrated? - Episode 2 Basketball 100

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 hoste...

Is Kyrie Irving best number 2 ever? - Episode 1 Basketball 100

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 host...

Basketball 100 Podcast Trailer (Begins August 12th)

08 Aug 2025

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From August 12th through the 28th the Athletic NBA Daily will become The Basketball 100 Podcast. This series is based on the book written by many of t...

Which NBA teams will outperform their Over/Under?

07 Aug 2025

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Zena Keita, Es Baraheni and Andrew Schlecht discuss the over unders for 10 teams in the NBA including the Hawks, Lakers, Magic and more.Host: Zena Kei...

NBA Rumors + Luka and Fox get extended

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Zena Keita and Es Baraheni are joined by Sam Amick of the Athletic to discuss De’Aaron Fox’ extension with the Spurs, Luka’s extension with the ...

First Time All Stars with You Know Ball

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Trill Bro Dude and Sam Sheehan of the You Know Ball Podcast to discuss their thoughts on what would make...

Pacers Whiplash with Scott Agnes

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Zena Keita and Es Baraheni are joined by Scott Agnes of the Fieldhouse Files to discuss the Pacers, the rollercoaster year for them, Haliburton’s in...

SPECIAL No Free Lunch feed drop: The Secret to Building Kevin Durant's Empire w/ Rich Kleiman

30 Jul 2025

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Ndamukong sits down with Rich Kleiman–a multi-hyphenate entrepreneur best known as NBA star Kevin Durant’s agent and business partner. Rich talks ...

What does the future of the NBA look like?

29 Jul 2025

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Zena Keita and Es Baraheni are joined by Mike Vorkunov of the Athletic to discuss why the NBA is not heading toward expansion, the NBA Europe progress...

Lakers Deep Dive with Dan Woike

24 Jul 2025

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Es Baraheni is joined by Dan Woike of the Athletic to take a deep dive on the Los Angeles Lakers. The addition of Marcus Smart, Deandre Ayton and Lara...

Ranking Lillard, Beal and Smart deals + Chris Paul Breaking News

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Schlecht and Fred Katz of the Athletic rank the buyouts of Marcus Smart, Bradley Beal and Damian Lillard and how each of these players will hel...

Our NBA Offseason Awards: Part 2

19 Jul 2025

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Live from Las Vegas, Dave DuFour, Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss off-season awards.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Andrew Schlecht and Alex SpeersExec...

Our NBA Offseason Awards: Part 1

18 Jul 2025

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Live from Las Vegas, Dave DuFour, Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss off-season awards.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Andrew Schlecht and Alex SpeersExec...

Drafting the Bleakest Futures in the NBA

17 Jul 2025

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Live from Las Vegas, Dave DuFour, Andrew Schlecht and Keith Parish discuss which teams have the bleakest futures in the NBA in the next 5 years.Host: ...

Drafting the Brightest Futures in the NBA

16 Jul 2025

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Live from Las Vegas, Dave DuFour, Andrew Schlecht and Keith Parish discuss which teams that missed the playoffs have the brightest futures in the NBA....

Who are the MVP favorites next season?

15 Jul 2025

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Live from Las Vegas, Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Sam Vecenie predict the NBA Awards for next season.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Sam Veceni...

Who has shone at Summer League so far?

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

NBA Summer League opening weekend in Las Vegas is where the biggest names in the draft get their first taste of the NBA and the gang is here to talk a...

NBA Summer League Deep Dive with Sam Vecenie

13 Jul 2025

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We are live at NBA Summer League in Vegas and Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers check in with Sam Vecenie of the Athletic to discuss Summer League and a...

Cooper Flagg's Debut

11 Jul 2025

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Zena Keita, Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni are joined by Christian Clark of the Athletic to discuss Cooper Flagg's debut, the feel of the building, and w...

Are the Hawks serious contenders in the East?

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Atlanta Hawks have made major additions to their rotation and are looking to compete in a diminished Eastern Conference. Zena Keita and Dave DuFou...

Can Bradley Beal help the Clippers?

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Los Angeles Clippers have made major moves to their roster to get bigger. Dave DuFour, and Es Baraheni are joined by Law Murray to discuss the Cli...

How can the Nuggets win the West?

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Denver Nuggets have had a splashy start to their summer. Dave DuFour, and Es Baraheni are joined by Adam Mares from DNVR to discuss the Nuggets ad...

Who is taking a leap next season?

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Clippers, Heat, and Jazz completed a three-team trade that sends Norm Powell to Miami and John Collins to Los Angeles and the gang has takes. Zena...

The WAY TOO EARLY East Rankings

05 Jul 2025

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Andrew Schlecht is joined by Fred Katz of the Athletic to discuss a way too early ranking of the Eastern Conference. Host: Andrew SchlechtWith: F...

Can Mike Brown make the Knicks better?

04 Jul 2025

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The Knicks have hired a new head coach in Mike Brown and Dave DuFour and Zena Keita are joined by James Edwards III of the Athletic to discuss his pot...

The WAY TOO EARLY West Rankings

03 Jul 2025

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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, Es Baraheni and Zena Keita give their way too early West Rankings after a wild free agency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Did the Bucks do enough to keep Giannis?

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni give their reaction to the Lakers signing Deandre Ayton and Mike Brown as the new head coach of the New York Knicks. Then,...

Bucks waive Damian Lillard, sign Myles Turner

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita give their reaction to the Milwaukee Bucks waiving Damian Lillard and signing Myles Turner in free agency. Then, Kelly Iko ...

NBA Free Agency Special

01 Jul 2025

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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni break down the first free agency deals from the first hour. Host: Zena KeitaWith: Dave DuFour and Es BaraheniP...

NBA Free Agency Preview

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Zena Keita, Es Baraheni, and Dave DuFour react to the biggest moves from the weekend and look ahead to the start of NBA free agency.Host: Zena KeitaWi...

2025 NBA Draft Deep Dive with Sam Vecenie | Slam N Jam

28 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Sam Vecenie of the Athletic to discuss the NBA Draft, what the Pelicans and Nets are doing, who fro...

NBA Draft Recap

27 Jun 2025

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Zena Keita is joined by Tyler Rucker of No Ceilings to recap the NBA Draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NBA Draft Reaction: Morning Shoot Around

26 Jun 2025

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Andrew Schlecht, Es Baraheni, Dave DuFour and Zena Keita discuss the 2025 NBA Draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NBA Draft Live Reaction to the Lottery Picks

26 Jun 2025

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Andrew Schlecht and Es Baraheni are joined by Christian Clarke, Josh Robbins, Eric Koreen, Brian Geisinger, and Derek Parker to give live reactions to...

How can Porzingis help the Hawks?

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Es Baraheni and Andrew Schlecht break down the Celtics trading Jrue Holiday to the Blazers and Porzingis to the Hawks and how these trades affect the ...

Our biggest burning NBA Draft questions

24 Jun 2025

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The NBA Draft is just a day away and Es Baraheni is joined by Derek Parker of Sports Illustrated to discuss the NBA Draft and players to watch for, Ac...

Oklahoma City Thunder win 2025 NBA Finals

23 Jun 2025

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Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita give their instant reaction to the Thunder winning the NBA title. Then, Andrew Schlecht joins the gang live f...

Kevin Durant traded to Rockets *Emergency Pod*

22 Jun 2025

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Kevin Durant was traded to the Houston Rockets and the Athletic NBA Daily gang is here to break it down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

NBA Finals Game 7 Preview with Caitlin Cooper and Sam Amick | Slam N Jam

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Sam Amick to discuss the NBA Finals, Haliburton’s injury, the Lakers sale, KD trades and much more.&nb...

Pacers force game 7 in NBA Finals

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni give their reaction to the Pacers’ game 6 win and Tyrese Haliburton’s performance. Then, the Athletic’s Shakeia Tayl...

What next for the Grizzlies?

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the latest on Tyrese Haliburton's injury and are joined by Keith Parish to discuss how the Grizzlies are going to ...

What NBA Trade would shape the offseason? + Game 6 Preview | Morning Shoot Around

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Zena Keita discuss the NBA Finals, trade rumors and who a title would mean the most to. Hosted on Acast....

Haliburton Injured + KD Destinations

18 Jun 2025

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Dave DuFour and Zena Keita are joined by Sam Amick to discuss Tyrese Haliburton’s calf injury, how it affects the Pacers, and if he will try to play...

Jalen Williams drops 40, Thunder take 3-2 Finals lead

17 Jun 2025

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams combined for 71 points as the Thunder take game five from the Pacers and put themselves one win away from a...

NBA Draft Prep with Sam Vecenie | Slam N Jam

14 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Sam Vecenie of the Athletic to discuss the NBA Draft! They discuss how NIL is affecting the draft and th...

SGA, Thunder comeback in 4th to stun Pacers

14 Jun 2025

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 15 of his 35 points in a fourth quarter comeback as the Thunder take game four from the Pacers and tie the NBA Finals a...

Kevin Durant Trades + Knicks Coaching Madness | Morning Shoot Around

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss the aftermath of Game 3 of the NBA Finals, the Knicks insane coaching search, and the...

Pacers bench drives game 3 win, Indy takes 2-1 lead

12 Jun 2025

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Bennedict Mathurin and T.J. McConnell combined for 37 points off the bench to push the Indiana Pacers to a 116-107 game three win over the Oklahoma Ci...

Can the Pacers bounce back in Indy?

11 Jun 2025

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The NBA Finals shifts to Indianapolis with the Thunder and Pacers tied at one game a piece. Dave DuFour and Zena Keita are joined by Scott Agness from...

Is Caruso the Thunder’s Iguodala?

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Thunder even the series at 1-1 heading back to Indiana for Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Es Baraheni and Marcus Thompson discuss Game 2, whether the T...