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  1. Luka and Lakers advance in NBA Cup

    26 november 2025 · 27 min

    Afspelen
    Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the big NBA Cup matchups from the week and how the Orlando Magic have changed without Paolo Banchero. Then, Law Murray joins the guys to talk about the Lakers respecting the NBA Cup with a win and to diagnose what's ailing the Clippers. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni and Law Murray

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  2. Raptors extend streak to 8 + what is the Warriors' identity?

    25 november 2025 · 22 min

    Afspelen
    Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Raptors big win over the Cavaliers, their win streak, and how aggressive they may be as we enter trade season. Then, Zena Keita joins the show following the Warriors blowout of the Jazz to discuss the state of the Warriors and the latest on Jonathan Kuminga. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  3. Klay Thompson gives Ja Morant a wakeup call

    24 november 2025 · 25 min

    Afspelen
    Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita discuss the Nuggets and Rockets NBA Cup game, Denver's loss of Aaron Gordon to injury, and the ascension of Reed Shepherd for Houston. Then, the gang react to Chris Paul's retirement announcement and the beef between Klay Thompson and Ja Morant. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  4. Nuggets Heating Up + Derik Queen Rising? | Slam N Jam

    22 november 2025 · 1 uur 4 min

    Afspelen
    Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week of the NBA basketball, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Adam Mares of DNVR to discuss the Denver Nuggets and their hot start to the season, how Jokic has improved, what do you do with the Chicago loss, how good is their defense, and much more. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat Lees meer

    Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

    With: Adam Mares

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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  5. LaMelo Ball wants out of Charlotte

    21 november 2025 · 29 min

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    Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the reports of LaMelo Ball being unhappy in Charlotte and how Tyrese Maxey has taken an All NBA leap. Then, Josh Robbins joins the show to discuss the Magic's win over the Clippers and how Paolo Banchero fits when he returns from injury. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni and Josh Robbins

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  6. Bulls Buzzer Beater + Zion returns for Pelicans

    20 november 2025 · 31 min

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    Dave DuFour and Zena Keita discuss the Rockets offense and its sustainability, the Raptors secret to their early success, and Nikola Vucevic's game winner for the Bulls. Then, Will Guillory joins the show to breakdown Zion Williamson's return to action, the great starts for rookies Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears, and why it took the Pelicans so long to fire Willie Green. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Zena Keita and Will Guillory

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  7. Early NBA Season True or False | Morning Shoot Around

    19 november 2025 · 51 min

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    Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour, Zena Ketia, and Es Baraheni answer True or False questions about who the top 5 teams in the NBA are, if the East is Deeper than the West, and who needs the number 1 pick the most. Lees meer

    Host: Andrew Schlecht

    With: Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

    Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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  8. LeBron James makes season debut + Pistons win 10th straight

    19 november 2025 · 26 min

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    Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the season debut of LeBron James, discuss how his return affects the Lakers, and breakdown the Pistons big winning streak. Then, Jared Weiss joins the show to talk about the Spurs comeback win over the Grizzlies and how they will deal with Victor Wembanyama's injury. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni and Jared Weiss

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  9. Giannis; Wemby injured + Paul George returns

    18 november 2025 · 23 min

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    Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the Bulls upset over the Denver Nuggets in spite of the big night from Nikola Jokić, Paul George's season debut in a Sixers win, and Victor Wembanyama's calf injury. Then, Eric Nehm joins the show to breakdown Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury and how the Bucks will handle his absence. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Zena Keita and Eric Nehm

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  10. Are the Hawks better without Trae Young? + Pelicans fire Willie Green

    17 november 2025 · 28 min

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    Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita recap all the action from the weekend. The gang discuss the play of Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun to lead the Rockets to an overtime win over the Magic, Stephen Curry being a nightmare for Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs, and debate whether the Hawks are better without Trae Young. Then, they discuss the Pelicans treatment and firing of head coach Willie Green and the rash of injuries spreading around the NBA. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  11. Cavs Identity Crisis + Land of the Lost | Slam N Jam

    15 november 2025 · 1 uur 9 min

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    Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week of the NBA basketball, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Carter Rodriguez of the Chase Down Podcast to discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers. They discuss the Cavs 3 point shooting, how they are fairing with their new bench, and how they are off to such a strange start in the weak East. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat Lees meer

    Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

    With: Carter Rodriguez

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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  12. Rookie rankings with Sam Vecenie + Raptors rising

    14 november 2025 · 34 min

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    Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Sam Vecenie talk about this year's rookie class, Sam's rankings, and Cooper Flagg as a point guard. Then, Eric Koreen joins the show to breakdown the Raptors big win over the Cavaliers, Scottie Barnes start to the year, and how the bench has been boosted. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni, Sam Vecenie, and Eric Koreen

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  13. Big nights for Steph Curry and Jokić + OKC keeps rolling

    13 november 2025 · 29 min

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    Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to Nikola Jokić dropping 55 points on the Clippers, Bradley Beal's season-ending injury, and Steph Curry's electric 3rd quarter enroute to 46 points. Then, Hunter Patterson joins the show to breakdown the Pistons short-handed win, Cade Cunningham's leap, and their start to the season. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Zena Keita and Hunter Patterson

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  14. Rebuilding the Dallas Mavericks | Morning Shoot Around

    12 november 2025 · 50 min

    Afspelen
    Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni make fake trades to help rebuild the Mavs, discuss the teams that make the most sense for AD, why he's hard to trade and what other deals could be available to the Mavericks. Lees meer

    Host: Andrew Schlecht

    With: Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni

    Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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  15. Mavs fire Nico Harrison

    12 november 2025 · 25 min

    Afspelen
    Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Sixers win over the Celtics and their newfound identity to start the season before catching up with Andrew Schlecht from OKC where the Thunder dismantle the Warriors. Then, Christian Clark joins the show after the Dallas Mavericks firing of Nico Harrison to discuss the decision, whether Anthony Davis is on the trade block, and where the Mavs go from here. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni, Andrew Schlecht, and Christian Clark

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  16. Cade and Pistons win 7th straight + Heat beat Cavs at the buzzer!

    11 november 2025 · 28 min

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    Dave DuFour and Zena Keita relive the Pistons 7th straight win in spite of a rough Cade Cunningham shooting night, Desmond Bane's incredible game winner, and Victor Wembanyama's history making night. Then, Wes Goldberg from the "Locked On Heat" podcast joins the show after Miami's incredible win over the Cavaliers to talk about the buzzer-beater lob play Eric Spoelstra saved for five years and how the Heat have started the season. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Zena Keita and Wes Goldberg

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  17. Steph Curry over LeBron? | Top 25 NBA players of the 21st century

    10 november 2025 · 33 min

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    Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Fred Katz discuss the Top 25 NBA players of the 21st century. Should LeBron be number 1? Are the point guards in the right order? Shai squeezes in at 25, should he be higher? All that and more on today's special episode. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Fred Katz and Es Baraheni

    Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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  18. Are the Pistons contenders? + Under the radar numbers

    10 november 2025 · 31 min

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    Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita discuss the Pistons emergence in the Eastern Conference behind Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren starting the season hot and how De'Aaron Fox's return helped Wemby right the ship. Then, the gang throws out some under the radar numbers from the start of the season. Are the Nuggets underrated? The Suns are fun and the Clippers are bad. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Zena Keita and Es Baraheni

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  19. Josh Giddey, Clippers BAD, and Nets Identity | Slam N Jam

    8 november 2025 · 1 uur 1 min

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    Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week of the NBA basketball, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Mike Smeltz to discuss the Brooklyn Nets. They ask Mike about the Nets rookies, what they are going to do with the veterans this season, what the identity of the team is, and more. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the BeatHost: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers Lees meer

    With: Mike Smeltz

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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  20. NBA Power Rankings

    7 november 2025 · 28 min

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    Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni are joined by Law Murray to discuss the weekly power rankings and how he decides them week to week, who are the surprise teams that are thriving, who is struggling and more. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni, Law Murray

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  21. Blazers hand Thunder first loss + how high can Rockets go?

    6 november 2025 · 30 min

    Afspelen
    Dave DuFour and Zena Keita breakdown the Thunder's loss to the Trailblazers and Luka Doncic's impressive night against Wemby and the Spurs. Then, Will Guillory joins the show from Memphis to discuss Houston's start to the season, Kevin Durant's struggles, and why there's more to the problems in Memphis than Ja Morant. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Zena Keita and Will Guillory

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  22. Trading Ja Morant | Morning Shoot Around

    5 november 2025 · 1 uur 5 min

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    The NBA Daily crew discuss the NBA at large and then go through some fake Ja Morant trades. Lees meer

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  23. Thunder keep rolling + Bulls big comeback

    5 november 2025 · 28 min

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    Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Thunder's 8-0 start and whether the Orlando Magic are just bad. Then, Joel Lorenzi joins the show to breakdown the Bulls 24-point comeback win over the Sixers and Josh Giddey's triple-doubles. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni and Joel Lorenzi

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  24. Giannis buzzer beater + Ja Morant lost his joy

    4 november 2025 · 28 min

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    Dave DuFour and Zena Keita discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo's buzzer-beater, Myles Turner's sour welcome back to Indiana, and how the Bucks and Pacers might be the best rivalry in the league. Then, Keith Parish, from the Grits and Grinds podcast, joins the show to breakdown the weird start to the Grizzlies season and what happens now for Ja Morant and the team. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Zena Keita and Keith Parish

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  25. Will the Grizzlies trade Ja Morant? + Thunder stay undefeated

    3 november 2025 · 30 min

    Afspelen
    Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss Ja Morant's suspension, the fallout for the Grizzlies, and the Thunder's drubbing of the New Orleans Pelicans. Then, the gang takes a look at how the Suns caused Victor Wembanyama's worst game of the season, the Knicks win over the Bulls, and whether the Hawks make more sense without Trae Young. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  26. The Kevin Durant Rockets, Austin Reaves, Ryan Rollins

    1 november 2025 · 59 min

    Afspelen
    Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the fun first week of the NBA season, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Will Guillory of the Athletic to discuss the Houston Rockets and the beginning of the KD era, Sengun’s progress, Amen’s start to the season, and if Reed Shepherd can improve enough to become an impactful rotation player. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat Lees meer

    Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

    With: Will Guillory

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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  27. Spooky Wemby Stats + Bucks beat Warriors without Giannis

    31 oktober 2025 · 25 min

    Afspelen
    Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Spurs win over the Heat to move to 5-0 and some highlight some scary Victor Wembanyama stats for Halloween. Then, Nick Friedell joins the gang to discuss Ryan Rollins big night for the Bucks, the Warriors mental fatique, and Jonathan Kuminga's hot start. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni, Nick Friedell

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  28. Austin Reaves game winner + Early season NBA trends

    30 oktober 2025 · 27 min

    Afspelen
    Dave DuFour and Zena Keita discuss some early season trends as the Chicago Bulls move to 4-0. Foul calls are through the roof, the defending champion Thunder can’t seem to shoot, and Austin Reaves appears to be taking a leap. Will it continue? Then, Hunter Patterson joins the show to discuss the Pistons win over the Magic, Cade Cunningham’s best game of the season, and Jalen Duren’s pending leap. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Zena Keita and Hunter Patterson

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schalch

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  29. NBA Stock Watch with Fred Katz | Morning Shoot Around

    29 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 8 min

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    Andrew Schlecht and Dave DuFour are joined by Fred Katz of the Athletic to discuss the players/teams/trends that they are up or down on 1 week into the start of the NBA season. Lees meer

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  30. MVP start for Giannis + Sixers stay undefeated

    29 oktober 2025 · 27 min

    Afspelen
    Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Sixers comeback win against the Wizards, how Tyrese Maxey has exploded to start the season and the guys discuss their hope with the Wizard's fun young core. Then, Eric Nehm joins the show to discuss the Bucks win over the Knicks, Giannis's MVP-driven start, and how Rajon Rondo influenced Ryan Rollins. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni, Eric Nehm

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  31. Sixers Guard Duo + Wolves without Anthony Edwards

    28 oktober 2025 · 27 min

    Afspelen
    Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Sixers big win against the Magic and how their guard duo of Edgecombe and Maxey have dominated the start of the season. Then the guys bounce around the league to discuss the Raptors, Wemby, Cooper Flagg’s struggles, and the teams that remain undefeated. Then Jon Krawczynski joins the show to discuss the Wolves loss to the Nuggets and how they will deal with losing Anthony Edwards. Lees meer

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni, Jon Krawczynski

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  32. Rookie Check In + Sam Amick on NBA Gambling Scandal

    27 oktober 2025 · 26 min

    Afspelen
    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 and Pacers. They also discuss the issues surrounding the Orlando Magic. Then the crew discusses the rookies that are showing out early on in the season. Lees meer

    After the break, Sam Amick joins to discuss the reporting around the betting scandal involving Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier and what consequences could be handed down. They also discuss the fun start to the on court product for the NBA.

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni, Zena Keita, Sam Amick

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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

    25 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 12 min

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

    Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

    With: Yaron Weitzman

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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  34. Shai Gets Career High + Warriors Out Duel Nuggets

    24 oktober 2025 · 31 min

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

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni, Marcus Thompson

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  35. Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier Investigation Emergency Pod

    23 oktober 2025 · 12 min

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

    Host: Es Baraheni

    With: Mike Vorkunov

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Will Davison

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  36. Knicks topple Cavs + Wemby explodes for 40

    23 oktober 2025 · 28 min

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

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Zena Keita, James Edwards and Jared Weiss

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  37. NBA Opening Week | Morning Shootaround

    22 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 2 min

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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. Lees meer

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  38. Thunder win thriller + Lakers let Luka down

    22 oktober 2025 · 30 min

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

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Zena Keita, Andrew Schlecht and Dan Woike

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  39. Predicting the NBA season with Tracy McGrady

    21 oktober 2025 · 24 min

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

    Host: Es Baraheni

    With: Tracy McGrady

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  40. Inside Nuggets Training Camp + Opening Night Picks

    20 oktober 2025 · 47 min

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

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Sam Amick, Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  41. Rookie Preview + 2026 NBA Draft Introduction

    18 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 14 min

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

    Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers

    With: Bryce Simon

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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  42. NBA Eastern Conference Preview: The top 5 contenders

    17 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 1 min

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

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

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

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

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

    5. Who wins the East?

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni and James Edwards

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  43. NBA Western Conference Preview: The top 5 contenders

    16 oktober 2025 · 54 min

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

    Who are the top 5 players in the West?

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

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

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

    5. Who wins the West?

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Zena Keita and Law Murray

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  44. Bold NBA predictions + under pressure teams

    15 oktober 2025 · 50 min

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

    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  45. NBA award predictions: Who will win MVP?

    14 oktober 2025 · 42 min

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

    Host: Dave DuFour

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    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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    Host: Es Baraheni

    With: Will Guillory

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  47. Can Ace Bailey give hope to the Jazz?

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    Host: Zena Keita

    With: Andy Larsen

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  48. Can Anthony Edwards win the 2026 NBA MVP?

    9 oktober 2025 · 22 min

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    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Jon Krawczynski

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  49. Can Devin Booker lead the Suns to a better season?

    8 oktober 2025 · 23 min

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    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Doug Haller

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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  50. Can the Philadelphia 76ers make the playoffs without Embiid?

    7 oktober 2025 · 37 min

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    Host: Dave DuFour

    With: Tony Jones

    Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

    Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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