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Who won the Damian Lillard trade?
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to Damian Lillard being traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, the Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers swap...
Damian Lillard traded to Milwaukee
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic's Milwaukee Bucks beat writer, Eric Nehm, joins Dave DuFour to breakdown Damian Lillard's move to the Milwaukee Bucks from the Portland T...
Lillard to Toronto?
27 Sep 2023
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Eric Koreen and Dave DuFour discuss the Toronto Raptors' interest in Damian Lillard, why it may be a bad idea, and trade scenarios. Hosted on Acast. ...
Interview with Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Golden State Warriors General Manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. joins Sam Amick and Anthony Slater to discuss the Chris Paul trade, golf, and continuing to co...
Harden to Clippers? | PPP effect on LAC
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Law Murray and Dave DuFour discuss the latest on a potential James Harden acquisition for the Los Angeles Clippers, Harden's fit with Kawhi Leonard an...
The Damian Lillard Saga Continues
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mo Dakhil, Seth Partnow, and Dave DuFour discuss Damian Lillard's most recent comments, the Blazers' timeline of failures, and Lillard's fit and value...
Rest & Injury Management with Jeff Stotts
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Stotts from InStreetClothes.com joins Dave DuFour to discuss the NBA's new player rest policy, potential loopholes, and whether injuries are more...
Winning Time with Jeanie Buss
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jeanie Buss, Co-Owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to discuss the ways ownership has changed in the NBA, HBO's ...
Zion Trade and the Pelican's Curse
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jared Weiss is joined by Will Guillory to discuss the Zion Williamson trade idea from before the All Star Break and if that is still a possibility for...
82 Game League | Bucks on the Hot Seat
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jay King, Travonne Edwards, and Dave DuFour discuss the NBA's new player resting policy, Giannis Antetokounmpo's recent comments pressuring the Bucks,...
Media/Player Relations + Punching Mascots
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jared Weiss and Sam Amick discuss 2 of Sam's stories from the past season including his story on Giannis responding to our own Eric Nehm after a playo...
Warriors Light-Years Stories with Tim Kawakami
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jared Weiss is joined by Tim Kawakami to discuss his story on the Warriors beating the Kings in game 7, and the Warriors turning KD into Wiggins and w...
SGA Future MVP? + Canadian Victory
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Koreen joins Andrew Schlecht to discuss team Canada winning the bronze medal, SGA is a superstar, Dillon Brooks delivers, RJ Barrett's future, Jo...
NBA Lens on the FIBA World Cup
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Amick is joined by the Athletic's Jovan Buha and Jon Krawczynski to discuss Team USA through an NBA lens, how Anthony Edwards play will translate ...
Germany wins Gold | Canada takes Bronze
10 Sep 2023
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Keith Parish and Dave DuFour recap the medal games from the FIBA World Cup. Germany takes down Serbia 83-77 to capture the gold medal. Canada defeats ...
Anthony Edwards in Minnesota | Bucks Under Pressure
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic's Eric Nehm joins Seth Partnow and Dave DuFour to discuss Anthony Edwards discourse, Damian Lillard's stalemate with Portland, the Bucks ...
Daily Ding: The Athletic Women's Basketball Show w/Sabreena Merchant
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic's Sabreena Merchant joins Dave DuFour to discuss the launch of "The Athletic Women's Basketball Show", the Aces and Liberty on a Finals c...
Big Changes in Houston w/ Kelly Iko
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic’s Kelly Iko joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to talk about the young Rockets, Ime Udoka, and maximizing talent. Check out our ...
Daily Ding: Joe Vardon Team USA update
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Team USA picked up their first loss in World Cup play, struggling to match Lithuania's intensity on the boards. Can they right the ship and come away...
USA or Canada | Ref Burner Questions
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Basketbuds get together to discuss Team USA vs. Team Canada in the World Cup, Anthony Edwards breaking out, Jay King cursing Team Canada, and the ...
First Time All Stars + Canadian Basketball with JE Skeets
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Slam and JamAndrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss which players will become first time All Stars. They go through and each pick 5 players they think...
Austin Reaves: International Superstar
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jared Weiss and Jovan Buha discuss Austin Reaves rise to stardom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Which lottery teams will make the leap?
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Schlecht and James Edwards III discuss the Pistons and the direction of the franchise, if Cade can be a top 25 player, where Jaden Ivey fits in...
Kerr recruiting the next Warriors star?
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Amick and Marcus Thompson discuss their time in Seattle, Team USA, if Steve Kerr is using team USA as a recruiting tool, and if Giannis is looking...
Mitchell Robinson (NOT) Riding the D Train
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jared Weiss is joined by Fred Katz to discuss two stories on the Knicks including a story on Mitchell Robinson's personality, and Immanuel Quickley's ...
Anthony Edwards Ascension with Jon Krawczynski
25 Aug 2023
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Jared Weiss is joined by Jon Krawczynski to discuss the ascension of Anthony Edwards and a story he wrote on Naz Reid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
Breaking down the Knicks suing the Raptors
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jared Weiss is joined by Fred Katz to discuss the Knicks suing the Raptors, former employee for taking proprietary information with him to Toronto. H...
Evan Turner on New Media and James Harden
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Vorkunov is joined by Evan Turner to discuss his podcasting career with Point Forward and Beyond the Big 10, how he was covered when he was in th...
Daily Ding: Heating up in Dallas?
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic’s Dallas Mavericks beat writer Tim Cato joins Jared Weiss for a midsummer update on the Mavericks roster, the weather in Dallas, and a ...
King of the Trade Request | Scheduled Takes
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Harper, Travonne Edwards, Jay King, and Mo Dakhil react to James Harden’s comments about Daryl Morey, the NBA schedule release, and the tournam...
NBA Schedule Making with Evan Wasch
19 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Vokunov brings on Evan Wasch Executive Vice President, Basketball Strategy & Analytics at National Basketball Association, about creating the...
NBA Tiers with Seth Partnow
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mo Dakhil and Seth Partnow discuss the NBA tiers he released this week on the Athletic: Why did LeBron fall? Why is Bridges so low? Who could be on th...
The Raptors Direction
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jared Weiss is joined by Eric Koreen to discuss the Raptors choosing Darko Rajakovic, and the direction of the franchise. Hosted on Acast. See acast....
Kawhi's Return and the Clippers Potential
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Daily DingJared Weiss and Law Murray discuss the Clippers offseason, Kawhi's return and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
Harden vs. Morey
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Amick and Kelly Iko discuss the on going saga between James Harden and the GM of the 76ers Daryl Morey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Team USA vs. The World
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic's Joe Vardon and Will Guillory join Dave DuFour to discuss Team USA's recent training camp and their prospects in the upcoming World Cup....
Nerder Summer Mailbag
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour convene for an early August listener mailbag episode. What's their favorite catch-all stat? Does roster conti...
Daily Ding: Rockets ready to take off?
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic’s Houston Rockets beat writer Kelly Iko joins Jared Weiss for a backstage look at some of his recent profiles and discuss the expectati...
Daily Ding: Damian Lillard update | The Tao of Spo
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic’s Jason Quick joins Jared Weiss for an update on the Damian Lillard trade request and a behind the scenes look at some of Jason’s big...
Billion dollar contracts | Rudy Gob3rt
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Harper, Mo Dakhil, and Travonne Edwards take a break from their Summer vacations to discuss the Anthony Davis contract extension, $100 million pl...
LeBron James' Basketball Future | A King's Reign Ep 11
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of A King's Reign, Sam Amick and Jovan Buha discuss what they expect from LeBron James and the Lakers this upcoming season, and h...
The Basketball Evolution of LeBron James | A King's Reign Ep 10
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 10 of A King's Reign, Dave DuFour, Seth Partnow and Mo Dakhil go all the way back to LeBron James' first NBA game and fast forward to today...
LeBron's School and Activism | A King's Reign Ep 9
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 9 of A King's Reign, Joe Vardon analyzes how LeBron James has differentiated himself from Michael Jordan by diving head first into politica...
The Bubble Title | A King's Reign Episode 8
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 8 of A King's Reign, Sam Amick and Joe Vardon - two reporters who covered the Bubble from inside the Bubble - dive into all the wild, drama...
Rom-Com LeBron with Bill Hader and Judd Apatow | A King's Reign Ep 7
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 7 of A King's Reign, Bill Hader and Judd Apatow trade stories from what it was like working with LeBron James as a comedic actor in the 201...
LeBron, Steph and the Cavs 2016 Title | A King's Reign Ep 6
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 6 of A King's Reign, Jason Lloyd details how the Cavaliers got LeBron James back to Cleveland, Joe Vardon on the epic Cavs 2016 title, and ...
Best LeBron James Memes with No Dunks | Ep 5 A King's Reign
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 5 of A King's Reign, LeBron James' life on and off the court has been documented on so many social media platforms. The iconic No Dunks cre...
Interview with Erik Spoelstra | Ep 4 A King's Reign
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 4 of A King's Reign, David Aldridge speaks one-on-one with Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra about LeBron James' years in Miami: the har...
Dan Le Batard on LeBron's Miami arrival + the Mavs 2011 Title | Ep 3 A King's Reign
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 3 of A King's Reign: Zach Harper is joined by Meadowlark Media's Dan Le Batard to discuss the huge impact of LeBron James' arrival in 2010 ...
Interview with Coach K + young LeBron goes off against Detroit | Ep 2 A King's Reign
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 2 of A King's Reign: James Edwards III details the moment a young LeBron James broke through in the playoffs in the biggest way, scoring 25...
LeBron James before the hype | Ep 1 A King's Reign
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to A King's Reign, a multi-episode series all about the life, career and impact of LeBron James. Across the next two weeks here on The Athleti...
Saturday Flip & Flop
15 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Keith Parish and Dave DuFour close the books on Summer League and take a look at some of the new rule changes, early FIBA rosters, and ponder the fate...
Endless Summer League 2
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour discuss the problems with taking away too much from Summer League, what to actually look for, and react to th...
Heads Are Gonna Roll (Making Sense of the West)
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour and Kelly Iko discuss the Western Conference and who will be in the top 10? Which teams are on the outside looking in, an...
In Season Tournament?
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Amick, Fred Katz, Marcus Thompson, and Will Guillory discuss the NBA's In Season Tournament Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...
Rookies in Summer League with Sam Vecenie
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Schlecht and Sam Vecenie run through the lottery and discuss all the top picks of the 2023 NBA Draft and how they have performed in Summer Leag...
Wembanyama Bounce Back
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Harper, Jay King and special guest Justin Verrier of the Ringer joined to discuss Wembanyama's 2nd game and how he bounced back + other observati...
Wembanyama's Bummer Debut + Scoot, Amen, and Jabari Smith Jr.
08 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Schlecht, Sam Vecenie and Mo Dakhil discuss Victor Wembanyama's first summer league game, why it was a disappointment and more. Plus a breakdow...
Endless Summer League
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour get together at Summer League and talk about what they'd like to see. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
Daily Ding: Free Agency Thoughts | NBA Summer League Tips
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Keith Parish and Dave DuFour give their reactions to some of the free agency moves so far, the Lakers big wins, the Suns hopes, and some insider tips ...
Underrated/Overrated Free Agent Signings
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
TamperingSam Amick, Fred Katz and Anthony Slater break down the following topics surrounding NBA Free Agency: Best Signing, Worst Signing, Best under ...
Lillard and Harden ask out | Best & Worst of Free Agency
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Harper, Travonne Edwards, and Jay King react to the Damian Lillard trade request, James Harden trade request, and the first few days of free agen...
Free Agency Day 1 Recap
01 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday Slam and JamFred VanVleet's massive deal, Houston and Toronto's outlook, the Lakers improvements, Bruce Brown to Indy, and much more. The gu...
New CBA Fears | Summer Plans
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mo Dakhil, Seth Partnow, and Dave DuFour react live to James Harden's decision to exercise his option and make a trade request, the fears of a new CBA...
Harden Fake Trades + Rockets Offseason Checklist
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Schlecht and Dave DuFour discuss 6 fake trades for James Harden after his opt in and trade request from the 76ers. In part 2 Andrew Schlecht an...
Free Agency Position Rankings
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Point of ContentionZach Harper, Will Guillory and Jay King discuss Free Agency with 5 topics, 5 minutes 5 points of contentionRanking the Free Agents ...
Free Agents to Watch
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hoops AdjacentDavid Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by Sam Amick of the Athletic to discuss the opening of NBA Free Agency. They discuss what ...
Free Agency Primer
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Amick, Fred Katz and Anothony Slater discuss the direction of the Blazers, what the Kings could do in Free Agency, what Jerami Grant might do, whe...
Smart move in Memphis?
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jay King, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour take a look at last week's trades, the roster fits, and what teams should do next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...
Weekend Update: Wolves sign Naz Reid | Free Agency outlook
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Keith Parish and Dave DuFour react to Naz Reid signing a new deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves and take a look at the weirdness of the 2023 free ag...
NBA Draft Awards
24 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Schlecht and Sam Vecenie bring you their 3rd annual NBA Draft Awards1) First Round Fit Award2) Second Round Steal Award3) League Pass Jump Awar...
The Athletic NBA Draft Show 2023 Part 2
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Harper, Jay King, Mo Dakhil, Dave DuFour, Seth Partnow, and Fred Katz react in real time to the 2023 NBA Draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
The Athletic NBA Draft Show 2023 Part 1
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Harper, Jay King, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react in real time to the 2023 NBA Draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...
Daily Ding: Trade Reaction | Smart to MEM, Porzingis to BOS
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jared Weiss and Keith Parish react to the big trade on the eve of the 2023 NBA Draft. Memphis brings in Marcus Smart for a couple of first round picks...
Wembymania w/ Michelle Beadle
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined on Hoops Adjacent by Michelle Beadle to talk all things Victor Wembanyama in San Antonio, the media reac...
NBA Offseason Scuttlebutt
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
TamperingSam Amick, Anthony Slater and Fred Katz discuss the inside details on the Bradley Beal trade, if teams should trade for Zion Williamson, is i...
A Steal for Beal?
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Harper, Travonne Edwards, Mo Dakhil, and Jay King discuss the Bradley Beal trade, react to Ja Morant's suspension, and Chris Paul's future. Host...
Daily Ding: Bradley Beal traded to Phoenix
18 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour react to Bradley Beal's trade to the Phoenix Suns, the fit for that team, and Chris Paul's immediate future. Hosted on Acas...
NBA Draft Preview + Lotto Slotto
17 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Sam Vecenie to discuss the NBA Draft, and then play a NBA Draft categories exercise. Hosted on Acast. S...
Daily Ding: Ja Morant Suspended
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Keith Parish and Dave DuFour discuss and react to the 25 game suspension for Ja Morant handed down by the NBA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
What did we learn? | What's next?
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mo Dakhil, Seth Partnow, and Dave DuFour put a bow on the NBA Finals and look ahead to next season for Denver and Miami. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
Beal Deals + NBA Draft Busts
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Point of ContentionZach Harper, Jay King, and James Edwards III discuss 5 topics in 5 minutes each including: Bradley Beal on the move? Nuggets going ...
Has Nikola Jokic changed the game?
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hoops AdjacentDavid Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by Chris Dempsey of Altitude Sports to discuss the NBA Champions, the Denver Nuggets and i...
The Denver Nuggets are NBA Champions
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
TamperingSam Amick and Anthony Slater discuss the Denver Nuggets winning the NBA Championship, how they got here, and what is next for them and the le...
Daily Ding: Denver Nuggets Win the NBA Championship
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Daily DingAndrew Schlecht, Mark Schindler and Mo Dakhil discuss the Nuggets beating the Heat in Game 5 to win the NBA Championship Hosted on Acast. S...
Championship Eve
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Harper, Mo Dakhil, Travonne Edwards, and Jay King discuss the NBA Finals and whether Denver can complete the sweep. Jay makes his best point righ...
Kenny Beecham on the Bulls + Wizards New Era
10 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Slam and JamOn today's episode, Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are first joined by Josh Robbins to discuss the Washington Wizards and how the changes...
Daily Ding: NBA Finals Game 4 Live Reaction
10 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Keith Parish and Dave DuFour react to Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
NBA Finals Game 3 Decode | Chris Paul's Future
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mo Dakhil, Seth Partnow, and Dave DuFour breakdown Denver's Game 3 win, the Jokić and Murray historic performances, Miami's problems, and take a look...
Jokic Makes History + Where is CP3 Going?
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Point of ContentionZach Harper hosts as Law Murray and Jay King debate the following 5 topicsNuggets make historyHeat adjustmentsCP3 Out?Trading for a...
Daily Ding: NBA Finals Game 3 Live Reaction
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Daily DingJared Weiss, Mo Dakhil and Keith Parish break down Denver's dominant win in Miami, Jokic's insane stat line, and more. Hosted on Acast. See...
NBA Finals Game 3 Preview
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hoops AdjacentDavid Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by Marc Spears of ESPN to discuss the NBA Finals, how the Heat have tied the series, what ...
Nuggets Adjustments + Mavs Superteam Incoming?
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
TamperingSam Amick and Will Guillory discuss the NBA Finals, what to expect after the 1-1 start for Denver and Miami, what adjustments can be made, ho...
Culture Wins | LeBron to Dallas?
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Harper, Jay King, Travonne Edwards, and Dave DuFour react to Miami's Game 2 victory, the Nuggets effort, and Kyrie's courtship of LeBron. Hosted...
Daily Ding: NBA Finals Game 2 Live Reaction
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jared Weiss, Keith Parish, and Dave DuFour react to Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mavs Trading Pick 10? + Changes in Boston?
03 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday Slam and JamAndrew Schlecht and Alex Speers bring on Jared Weiss of the Athletic to discuss the Boston Celtics, their rough exit from the Eas...
NBA Finals Game 1 Decode & Adjustments
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mo Dakhil, Seth Partnow, and Dave DuFour react to the Frank Vogel hiring in Phoenix, Denver's dominant performance in Game 1 of the NBA Finals and con...
Daily Ding: Nuggets Take Game 1
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour and Mo Dakhil discuss the Denver Nuggets win in Game 1, what went wrong for the Heat, and more. Hosted on Acast. See a...
NBA Finals Preview
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Point of ContentionZach Harper, Jay King and Will Guillory discuss 5 topics, 5 minutes, 5 points of contentionHEAT CULTUREWhy we didn't believe in the...
Bob Myers is OUT + NBA Finals Preview with Nekias Duncan
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hoops AdjacentDavid Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by Nekias Duncan of the Dunker Spot podcast to discuss Bob Myers exit from the Warriors, w...