The Dunker Spot

Rookie Report, Vol.1

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, then give their early thoughts on this year's rookie class in their first edition of th...

Strength In Blunders?

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Joe Viray of Golden State of Mind (SB Nation) to dissect the weird start to the season of the Golden S...

Do You Believe In Magic?

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take a deeper dive into the Orlando Magic, check back in on the Los Angeles Clippers since their lineup change, disc...

Can I Get To The Yams?

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on the In-Season Tournament standings, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag for some holiday ...

The Bucks Start Here

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. examine potential landing spots for Bulls wing Zach LaVine, then bounce around the NBA for their weekly observations...

It's All a Blur (Screen)

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Caitlin Cooper for a deep dive into the Indiana Pacers. We discuss their currently-historic offense, T...

Texas Hold'em

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, salute a pair of Texas teams, dig into the early returns of the James Harden Era in Los...

I'm A Hooper's Hooper

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest news, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag.If you have NBA or WNBA questions for u...

Feeling Good, Philly Great

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest news, give their early In-Season Tournament thoughts, then bounce around the league with their w...

James Harden Reaction + Mailbag

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the James Harden trade from both sides, then answers questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag.If you have N...

2023-24 Opening Week Takeaways

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league to give their opening week takeaways.If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them t...

Opening Week Questions

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news around the league, circle back to a round of player extensions, then answer opening week...

2023-24 Prediction Time

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest (W)NBA news, give some preseason takeaways, then share their award and standings predictions hea...

Back22Back + Atlantic Division Preview

20 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. celebrate the Las Vegas Aces -- and give a quick salute to the New York Liberty -- to put a bow on the 2023 WNBA sea...

Pacific Division Preview + Game 3 Reaction

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the All-WNBA teams, dig into the New York Liberty's 87-73 victory over the Las Vegas Aces, then preview the ...

Southeast Division Preview + Game 2 Reaction

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Aces' dominant 104-76 victory over the New York Liberty, bringing the Aces one game away from back-to-b...

Northwest Division Preview + Game 1 Reaction

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the Aces' 99-82 victory over the New York Liberty, then preview the Northwest Division.TIME STAMPS1:00 --...

2023 WNBA Finals + Central Division Preview

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest news, preview the WNBA Finals between the New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces, wrap up their tho...

My Date With Jrue (2023)

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest transaction news -- headlined by the Jrue Holiday trade -- say farewell to the Connecticut Sun an...

The (Dame) Watch Has Ended

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down all angles of the Damian Lillard trade, discuss the WNBA MVP announcement, recap a pair of Game 2s (Sun/L...

Game 1 Takeaways, Semifinals Edition

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest (W)NBA news, then dig into a pair of Game 1s from the 2023 WNBA Semifinals.If you ever have N...

2023 WNBA Semi-Finals Preview

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest NBA transaction news, discuss the WNBA award selections we have so far, put a bow on the WNBA...

Game 1 Reactions, Part 1

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest transaction news, discuss Team USA's early exit and what comes next, then dig into the first ...

2023 WNBA First Round Preview

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler (WNBA.com, They've Got Now) to survey the WNBA's free agency landscape following the la...

One Final Award Check-In

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Christian Wood signing, check in on FIBA World Cup play, update the WNBA playoff picture, then give thei...

Talk To Svi (2023)

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the latest signings in the NBA, react to a one-loss weekend from Team USA and Canada, check in on the Dal...

What is Paul Westhead Cooking?

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. go over the new All-Defense rules for the WNBA, recap Team USA's dominant win over Jordan + their lineup change, che...

We Are The World (2023)

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the early goings of the FIBA Basketball World Cup, discuss the latest Aces-Liberty matchup, check in on t...

Skal Laissez-faire

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. talk through their early Team USA takeaways heading into the FIBA Basketball World Cup, celebrate A'ja Wilson's ridi...

Ain't No Sunshine

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their early NBA schedule thoughts, talk through the state of young free agents, check in on the reeling Connect...

Belief or Doubt?

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dig into the New York Liberty's win over the Las Vegas Aces, check in on the WNBA's middle class, then give their up...

Boy's a Liar Pt. 3

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest in the James Harden saga, react to the NBA's opening night and Christmas slates, preview the Aces...

#LibertySZN with Myles Ehrlich

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr to talk all things New York Liberty. Offensive growth, an elite defense flyin...

Too Many Hashtags

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest NBA news, dig deep into the New York Liberty's dismantling of the Las Vegas Aces, then answer qu...

Acknowledging the Aces with Tyler Marsh

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Las Vegas Aces assistant coach/head of player development Tyler Marsh to talk about his unique coachin...

Acie Earl Appreciation

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Damian Lillard memo, check in on the Indiana Fever, explain how they approach the "Best Player in the WN...

Getting The (Mail)Bag

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss Jaylen Brown's max extension, the latest with the Las Vegas Aces, check in on a couple of WNBA award races, ...

Wings & Things

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the latest NBA signings, dig into what Candace Parker's ankle injury could mean for the Aces, check in on the ...

Midseason Check-In

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr react to the latest NBA news, give their takeaways from WNBA All-Star weekend, then discuss their WNBA award picks th...

Summer Shoutouts

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the latest news, go through a second round of Summer League shoutouts, then answer questions from the Dunker S...

Slots & Slot Cuts

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest (W)NBA news, then give their weekend takeaways from Las Vegas Summer League.If you ever have NBA...

Where's Patty Mills?

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest NBA news, give early Summer League takeaways, react to the latest WNBA news, then draft their ow...

Have You Ever Made Meatloaf?

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest WNBA news, then give their early thoughts on a jam-packed opening weekend of NBA free agency.If y...

Aces Up

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest off-season news and rumors, break down the Las Vegas Aces' big win over the New York Liberty, an...

Does Clyde Have A Left?

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the John Collins trade (finally), react to the Naz Reid extension, bounce around the latest WNBA news, answe...

Better Call Paul

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the latest big trades in the NBA, give their early NBA Draft thoughts, then close things out with Free Th...

Beal Of Fortune

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest (W)NBA news -- highlighted by the Bradley Beal trade -- then answer questions from the Dunker Spo...

Changing of the Guard(s)

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest NBA news, react to the first returns for WNBA All-Star voting, then bounce around the W with obse...

We Can Go Home

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. celebrate the Denver Nuggets' first NBA title, salute the Miami Heat for their unique path, then bounce around both ...

2023 NBA Finals Game 3 Reaction + More

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the Denver Nuggets' 109-94 win over the Miami Heat, react to the latest news across the NBA & WNBA, list their...

2023 NBA Finals Game 2 Reaction

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their takes on the Miami Heat's 111-108 victory over the Denver Nuggets, talk through some of the latest coachi...

2023 NBA Finals Game 1 Reactions

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down what happened in Denver's 104-93 win over the Miami Heat, plus potential adjustments we may see in Game 2...

This Is A Wendy's

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest coaching news, talk through their latest WNBA observations, then preview the 2023 NBA Finals bet...

Know Your Role (Players)

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down a pair of wins from the Boston Celtics (1:00), give quick WNBA thoughts from the week (23:00), then answe...

Conference Finals Check-In + Opening (W)eekend Takeaways

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the Heat's commanding lead in the Eastern Conference Finals, give their lasting thoughts on the Western C...

Game 1 Takeaways + 2023 WNBA Season Preview

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down each Game 1 of the Conference Finals, then preview the upcoming WNBA season.If you’d like to join our D...

O Canada + Conference Finals Preview

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the WNBA's preseason game in Canada, talk through the Monty Williams firing, then break down this year's Con...

Riding (Mile) High

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest award announcements, check back in on each second-round series, then close the pod with Free Thr...

Stomp The Yard (2023)

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With four games in the books, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take stock of each second-round series.If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff...

That's A Whole Lot of Hartenstein

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest playoff action, discuss Chris Paul's absence, then cap things off with Free Throws. If you’d l...

Keepin' It 200

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For episode 200, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their early second-round thoughts, preview an exciting-yet-confusing Lakers-Warriors series, t...

Get Some Seasoning

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. get you ready for Nuggets-Suns and Knicks-Heat, bounce around the remaining first-round series, then bid adieu to th...

Don't Play With Your Heat*

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the Brooklyn Nets, briefly look ahead with the Philadelphia 76ers, then check in on the rest of the first rou...

Who Cares? He's Old

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to every Game 2, giving their primary takeaways, asking key questions, and suggesting possible adjustments hea...

Game 1 Reactions

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to every Game 1 from the weekend, giving their primary takeaways, asking key questions, and suggesting possibl...

Play-In Weigh In, Part 2

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are here to continue getting you ready for the postseason!Topics include: Where the Raptors (1:00) and Pelicans (5:0...

Play-In Weigh In, Part 1

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. get you ready for the Play-In Tournament, as well as the playoff series that are currently set in stone.Topics inclu...

Views From The Bottom + Awards Talk

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We have a mega episode! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler to recap both March Madness title games (2:30), then giv...

Jump Passes Are Good Now

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton to talk about his season, Wrestlemania, streaming and more.  🖥️ W...

Contender Check-in, Part 2

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. briefly check in on the Clippers' rotation tweaks (1:00), talk through the questions they have about the East's play...

Contender Check-in, Part 1

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr react to the latest news (1:00), talk through the questions they have about West playoff teams (15:00), then end with...

Play-in Check In, Part 2

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take stock of the teams battling for the West play-in spots. If you'd like to join our online Dunker Spot watch part...

Play-in Check In, Part 1

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take stock of the teams battling for the East play-in spots. If you'd like to join our online Dunker Spot watch part...

Mailbag Madness

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest NBA news (Ja Morant, Meyers Leonard, Kris Dunn, Moses Brown), then answer questions from the Dun...

What's Wrong With Boneless Wings?

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, bounce around the league with general observations, then cap things off with Free Throw...

The Beam Team

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by ESPN & Sacramento Kings play-by-play announcer Mark Jones to discuss the Sacramento Kings -- with ...

Home Improvement

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest free agency and injury news (2:00), discuss the latest concerning Ja Morant (17:00), and check i...

35 Questions

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest news, give their thoughts on Kevin Durant's Suns debut, then answer questions from the Dunker Spo...

Weekend At Lillard's (2023)

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their thoughts on one of the wildest NBA weekends in recent memory, discuss the teams and players that have sto...

Whose MVP Is It Anyway?

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to Nate McMillan's firing, discuss the teams and players they're keeping a closer eye on post-All-Star break, ...

Have Some Pride

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dig into the latest transaction news, then give their thoughts on this year's All-Star Weekend.  🖥️ Watch this...

All-Star Antics

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest news, preview All-Star Weekend, draft their own (ethical) All-Star teams, then answer questions f...

UNSEEN DUNK3R HOURS

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest (W)NBA news, give their first impressions of players on new teams, then bounce around the league ...

Tradeaways & Heartbreak

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest WNBA news, then dig into an active trade deadline day. If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot ...

Young & The West-less

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the Kyrie Irving trade from all angles, then bounce around the league with observations. If you'd like to...

PurSloot of Happiness (2023)

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap day one of WNBA free agency (1:30), give their early All-Star reserve thoughts (35:30), then answer questions ...

The Cavs and the Have Nots

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down a busy weekend of transaction news (4:30), then are joined by Justin Rowan and Carter Rodriguez of The Ch...

#BigBallot

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and (the new) Steve Jones Jr. give their early (fake) award ballots, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you'd like t...

Offseason Thoughts & Rookie Takes

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler of WNBA.com to discuss the early moves and rumors of WNBA free agency, then dig into un...

You Want Philly Philly?

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Jackson Frank of Liberty Ballers (SB Nation) and Dime Uproxx to discuss all things Sixers. If you'd li...

Lavender & Eucalyptus

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Monica McNutt of ESPN (and everywhere else) to discuss the latest trades in the WNBA (1:00) before ana...

The Defense Episode, Vol.3

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss all things defense: this year's trends, pet peeves, the best teams, award races and more. TIMESTAMPS 2:30 --...

The Offense Episode, Vol.2

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the latest news, then talk about all things offense: trends, pet peeves, scheme thoughts and more. 1:00 -- (W)...

Less Beams, More Votes

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the latest NBA news, discuss the first returns for All-Star voting, reflect on the recent run of excellence in...

Got The "WYA" Text

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. kick off the new year by bouncing around the league with their weekly observations.  TIME STAMPS 0:20 -- Nekias get...

Don't Get Screened: Hit Somebody

30 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. cap off 2022 by discussing the teams and players they feel good about, and have questions for heading into the new y...

T'is The Season

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the Christmas Day slate, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. 1:30 -- (W)NBA News (PHX, ATL) ...

Empire State of Mind

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest news around the league, then bounce around for their weekly observations. 1:30 -- Injury news (An...

My Doubt Is Stronger Than Your Belief

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss some players that have impressed them of late, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag.  1:10 --...

Contender Check-In

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take stock of the top seeds in each conference and discuss their (early) title hopes. TIMESTAMPS 1:10 -- Boston Celt...