Hardwood Knocks: An NBA Podcast

2025 NBA Draft Mega Primer! Jun 21, 2025

Dan and Grant are joined by Bleacher Report colleague Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) to preview ALL THINGS related to the 2025 NBA draft, including prospect breakdowns, team-building philosophies, skill-set superlatives and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
1:14 - Where does the 2025 draft class rank?
3:49 - How NIL is impacting the draft
7:26 - Any new NBA draft trends?
10:27 - Cooper Flagg breakdown
15:52 - Dylan Harper breakdown
19:02 - Ace Bailey breakdown
28:37 - VJ Edgecombe breakdown
32:06 - Jeremiah Fears breakdown
37:32 - Tre Johnson breakdown
40:08 - Kon Knueppel breakdown
42:32 - Collin Murray-Boyles breakdown
45:24 - Derik Queen breakdown
47:09 - Egor Demin breakdown
49:15 - Khaman Maluach breakdown
52:18 - Carter Bryant breakdown
55:26 - Highest variance draft prospect
56:36 - Best pick-and-roll initiators
58:22 - Best rim protectors
59:36 - Best movement shooters
1:00:28 - Best on-ball defenders
1:01:44 - Hidden gems to monitor
1:03:34 - The next Quinten Post
1:04:27 - Should NBA teams give us more peeks behind the curtain?
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New York Knicks 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead Jun 20, 2025

Dan and Grant break down their biggest questions and thoughts about the New York Knicks' offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:48 - Knicks' offseason cap sheet & trade assets
9:18 - Mikal Bridges extension
15:10 - Should the Knicks extend Karl-Anthony Towns?
21:53 - The Kevin Durant trade talk
29:20 - Biggest needs + free-agency & trade targets
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Which Star Are The Spurs Waiting For? Jun 19, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to riff on the report that the San Antonio Spurs aren't aggressively pursuing Kevin Durant because they are waiting to pair Victor Wembanyama with another star. Naturally, they try to sleuth out who that star might be. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:45 - Are the Spurs out on Kevin Durant
5:54 - The De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle & Dylan Harper problem
12:37 - Would San Antonio trade De'Aaron Fox?
17:04 - Stars the Spurs are waiting for (Part 1)
29:49 - Cooper Flagg to San Antonio?!
35:24 - Should the Spurs wait to strike?
41:59 - Wild Kevin Durant trade idea!
44:41 - Final thoughts
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Thunder vs Pacers NBA Finals Breakdown Jun 18, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to talk about the NBA Finals, the Oklahoma City Thunder providing a glimpse of what's to come, the Tyrese Haliburton injury and more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:19 - Jalen Williams is going kaboom
7:53 - The Thunder are just getting started
16:02 - The Tyrese Haliburton injury
23:25 - Can the Pacers win without Hali at full strength?
27:23 - What to watch for in Game 6
41:41 - Closing thoughts
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Shams Charania Was Right... Jun 17, 2025

Dan and Grant break down the blockbuster Desmond Bane trade, and what it means for both the Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic. They also get into why this trade hints as a WILD offseason, and how it may reflect a shift in how teams view their contention windows. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:09 - Craziest NBA offseason ever? (Shams Charania called it!)
6:41 - Desmond Bane trade details
13:33 - Desmond Bane's fit on the Orlando Magic
23:45 - Are NBA teams embracing shorter windows?
29:53 - What is the Memphis Grizzlies' plan?
36:03 - The future of Jaren Jackson Jr.
43:03 - Closing thoughts
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Utah Jazz 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead Jun 16, 2025

Dan and Grant break down the ins and outs of the Utah Jazz's 2025 offseason, including whether the team is itching to make a big move. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:34 - Is it time for the Jazz to make a big swing?
2:03 - Utah's cap situation
7:36 - Future of Walker Kessler
13:40 - Future of Lauri Markkanen
19:34 - Jazz's biggest needs + potential trades
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Are The Knicks Blowing It Again? (Plus...GAP!) Jun 14, 2025

Dan and Grant break down the perception of the New York Knicks' head coaching search, whether they are being unfairly judged, and if it's really possible to get a dramatic upgrade from Tom Thibodeau. After that, it's Guess The Mystery NBA Player (GAP) time! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:37 - Do the Knicks have a post-This plan?
7:40 - Is it easy to upgrade from Thibodeau?
13:00 - Reasons for concern about the Knicks
18:50 - Timing of the Thibs firing
19:49 - The Knicks deserve some leeway...
21:29 - Guess-A-Player
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The NBA Finals Are An Acid Trip Jun 13, 2025

Dan and Grant discuss the insanity of the 2025 NBA Finals so far while digging into what makes the Indiana Pacer so special, and what the Oklahoma City Thunder might attempt to do moving forward. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:31 - The adaptability of the Pacers
2:58 - Tyrese Haliburton vs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
10:10 - Indiana's offense is more dynamic
13:05 - Rick Carlisle vs. Mark Daigneault
18:03 - The Pacers keep proving everyone wrong
21:38 - Adjustments and things to watch for
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Biggest Offseason Questions: The Pacific Division Jun 11, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to talk about their biggest offseason questions for the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:46 - Golden State Warriors
11:29 - Los Angeles Clippers
22:25 - Los Angeles Lakers
45:28 - Phoenix Suns
1:07:38 - Sacramento Kings
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Have The Thunder Figured Out The Pacers? Jun 10, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to discuss some of the biggest developments through the first two games of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:40 - Do the Pacers have a Tyrese Haliburton problem?
18:15 - Other adjustments for Pacers
28:13 - Importance of Aaron Wiggins
30:14 - Should the Thunder play two bigs more?
34:27 - The brilliance of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
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Biggest NBA Offseason Questions: The Southeast Division Jun 09, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcasts to talk about their biggest offseason questions for the Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:45 - Atlanta Hawks
16:43 - Charlotte Hornets
39:29 - Miami Heat
54:51 - Orlando Magic
1:12:06 - Washington Wizards
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Let's Overreact to the NBA Finals! Jun 07, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to (over)react to what we've seen during the NBA Finals so far. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:03 - NBA teams will try to copy the Thunder and Pacers
15:26 - Indiana's Game 1 turnovers
20:13 - Myles Turner vs Chet Holmgren
24:15 - Should the Thunder play both bigs?
27:-5 - Making life easier for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
28:52 - Shooting variance
31:26 - We don't appreciate the Pacers offense enough
36:25 - Adjusting expectations
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Charlotte Hornets 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead Jun 06, 2025

Dan and Grant break down what is shaping up to be either an uneventful of absolutely pivotal offseason for the Charlotte Hornets. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:58 - Hornets cap sheet + future of Tre Mann
2:07 - Biggest needs
5:26 - What should Charlotte do at No. 4?
7:39 - Future of Mark Williams
10:16 - The LaMelo Ball talk
14:56 - WILD TRADE IDEA ALERT (loose framework)
16:11 - In defense of LaMelo Ball
19:02 - The Hornets situation is fascinating...
20:23 - Players the Hornets should target
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Knicks Fire Thibodeau(!) and Thunder vs Pacers Primer Jun 04, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to break down the NBA Finals matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - The Tom Thibodeau News
1:31 - Is this move a surprise?
3:56 - Thibs wasn't the Knicks' biggest problem
7:22 - Is New York's roster better than it showed?
9:43 - The "Too many minutes" talk
13:14 - Possible Thibodeau replacements for the Knicks
19:20 - What's next for the Knicks?
30:05 - Thunder vs Pacers tactical questions
51:58 - Thunder and Pacers storylines
1:05:31 - Pacers and Thunder x-factors
1:10:20 - Thunder vs Pacers predictions
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Brooklyn Nets 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead Jun 02, 2025

Dan and Grant discuss the NBA team that's built to control the 2025 offseason: The Brooklyn Nets! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:32 - Why the Nets will define the offseason
1:47 - Brooklyn's offseason cap sheet
3:35 - Future of Cam Thomas
5:26 - How should the Nets use their cap space?
7:58 - Should the Nets be a Giannis Antetokounmpo team?
10:47 - Will Sean Marks chase any big-name free agents?
13:18 - Other teams need Brooklyn to help with trades
15:34 - Potential trades!
19:53 - Can the Nets change out some of their draft picks?
22:17 - "We're just asking questions" mode activated (more trades!)
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Minnesota Timberwolves 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead May 31, 2025

Dan and Grant break down what's shaping up to be a crucial offseason for the Minnesota Timberwolves. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - One Big Question
0:35 - Timberwolves' cap situation
1:37 - How does the Wolves' loss to the Thunder impact their direction?
5:10 - Futures of Julius Randle, Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander-Walker
12:33 - Minnesota's direction under new ownership
19:26 - Wolves' biggest offseason needs
24:26 - Should the Timberwolves trade for Kevin Durant
30:45 - Is Minnesota the best fit for KD?
32:54 - Other needs and offseason targets
35:35 - Will Minny consider moving Naz Reid or Rudy Gobert?
37:17 - Donte DiVincenzo's future and most likely player to be traded
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Dallas Mavericks 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead May 30, 2025

Dan and Grant go LONG on the Dallas Mavericks' offseason (and long-term!) outlook. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:47 - Impact of drafting Cooper Flagg
2:47 - Who would the Mavs consider trading No. 1 for?
7:03 - Mavs' cap sheet
8:00 - Future of Kyrie Irving
10:59 - Should Dallas consider taking a gap year?
12:14 - Mavs' biggest needs
14:01 - Trade and free-agent targets
17:02 - Does Dallas need more shooting?
18:53 - Mavs trade ideas!
25:27 - Our favorite Mavs trade target(s)
26:54 - Are the Mavs a Kevin Durant team?
28:20 - Will Dallas look to shed salary?
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Philadelphia 76ers 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead May 29, 2025

Dan and Grant break down every angle of the Philadelphia 76ers offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:35 - Is this the most important Sixers offseason of all time?
4:00 - What should they do with the No. 3 pick?
7:10 - Sixers' cap sheet + future of Quentin Grimes
13:04 - How much will Philly pay for this team?
17:03 - Should the Sixers rebuild around Tyrese Maxey and No. 3?
19:35 - Biggest roster needs + possible targets
24:27 - A wild trade idea!
26:11 - The Sixers need to have an open mind
29:17 - What's the trade value of the No. 3 pick
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Biggest NBA Offseason Questions: The Southwest Division May 28, 2025

Dan and Mort Jense (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast discuss the biggest questions they have this offseason for the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans and San Antonio Spurs. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:36 - Our approach
2:31 - Dallas Mavericks
14:30 - Houston Rockets
33:51 - Memphis Grizzlies
46:57 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:00:26 - San Antonio Spurs
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Knicks vs Pacers is UNHINGED May 27, 2025

Dan and Mort Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast) break down the New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers series. Drop your thoughts in the comments! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:48 - Biggest surprises of the series so far
4:18 - The Pacers are still underrated somehow
10:42 - How should Indiana defend Karl-Anthony Towns?
13:48 - Have the Knicks unlocked Karl-Anthony Towns?
18:51 - The Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns partnership
22:18 - Inconsistency of Mikal Bridges/the Knicks
29:03 - More Pascal Siakam, please
32:16 - Future of Myles Turner and Aaron Nesmith
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Denver Nuggets 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead May 25, 2025

Dan and Grant break down the Denver Nuggets offseason outlook, including what types of move they can and should be looking to make. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:36 - Nikola Jokic's recent comments
2:53 - Will Nikoa Jokic sign an extension?
7:02 - The Nuggets' salary-cap situation
8:01 - Christian Braun & Peyton Watson extensions
13:27 - The Kevin Durant-to-Denver talk
19:54 - Biggest needs and free-agency targets
27:03 - Do the Nuggets need more offense?
30:07 - Trade targets and ideas!
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Breaking Down Thunder vs. Timberwolves May 23, 2025

Dan and Grant break down the Thunder-Timberwolves series, and get into why Oklahoma City is starting to feel inevitable. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:55 - The OKC Thunder doing the darn thing
1:25 - Dan tries coffee for the second time ever
4:03 - Breaking down Thunder-Wolves
8:01 - Any adjustments Minnesota can make?
13:05 - The Julius Randle tangent
14:45 - OKC can still be better
17:56 - The Thunder are starting to feel inevitable
22:09 - OKC give you ZERO margin for error
26:10 - Do the Wolves still have a chance?
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Los Angeles Clippers 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead May 22, 2025

Dan and Grant break down the 2025 NBA offseason outlook for the Los Angeles Clippers. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:35 - Clippers cap situations
1:18 - Future of James Harden
2:47 - Biggest needs
4:11 - What's the best path forward for the Clippers?
8:16 - What can the Clippers' trade assets get?
11:32 - Clippers free-agent targets
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Boston Celtics 2025 NBA Offseason Lokahead May 21, 2025

Dan and Grant break down the offseason outlook for the Boston Celtics. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:50 - Salary cap situation
2:08 - How aggressively will Boston cut costs?
4:33 - Should the Celtics shop Jaylen Brown?
7:50 - Is a Derrick White trade inevitable?
9:34 - Jrue Holiday trade idea
11:36 - Why the Celtics will make MULTIPLE big moves
14:12 - Kristaps Porzingis' and Jrue Holiday's value?
15:30 - Another Jrue Holiday trade idea
18:02 - Kristaps Porzingis trades
24:34 - Derrick White trade idea
30:18 - Another Kristaps Porzingis trade idea
33:21 - What are the chances Jaylen Brown gets traded?
34:44 - The fragility of NBA title windows
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2025 NBA Conference Finals Extravaganza! May 20, 2025

Dan and Grant break down the Western Conference Finals matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Minnesota Timberwolves. Let us know your predictions for this series in the comments! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:39 - Thunder vs Wolves tactical questions
17:01 - Thunder vs Wolves storylines
26:22 - Thunder and Timberwolves x-factors
33:09 - Thunder vs Timberwolves predictions
35:23 - Knicks vs Pacers lead-in
37:15 - Knicks vs Pacers tactical questions
58:32 - Knicks vs Pacers storylines
1:09:02 - Knicks and Pacers x-factors
1:12:43 - Knicks vs Pacers predictions
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Atlanta Hawks 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead May 19, 2025

Dan and Grant discuss how the Atlanta Hawks will approach the 2025 NBA offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Cap situation + draft picks
1:35 - Where are the Hawks going?
2:58 - Future of Trae Young
6:01 - What is Trae's value?
8:01 - The Dyson Daniels extension
10:59 - Atlanta's biggest needs
13:30 - Importance of Caris LeVert
14:32 - What happens if they trade Trae Young?
15:53 - The argument for keeping Trae Young
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Golden State Warriors 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead May 18, 2025

Dan and Grant discuss how the Golden State Warriors should navigate their 2025 offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:28 - Cap situation + sign-and-trade rules
3:04 - Future of Jonathan Kuminga
10:22 - Golden State's biggest needs
12:27 - Warriors trade targets + Kuminga landing spots
20:33 - The Giannis Antetokounmpo noise
21:19 - WILD blockbuster trade idea (The perfect Warriors offseason)
28:03 - Draymond Green extension, Steph Curry's future
30:23 -Future of Brandin Podziemski
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Cleveland Cavaliers 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead May 17, 2025

Dan and Grant break down the stakes for the Cleveland Cavaliers heading into the 2025 NBA offseason. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
0:43 - Cap situation + Ty Jerome's free agency
4:58 - How much should Cavs read into the playoffs?
7:24 - Donovan Mitchell preaches continuity
9:13 - Running it back isn't a copout
13:54 - Biggest needs
19:00 - Hypothetical trades
27:08 - Cleveland is going to be fine
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2025 NBA Draft Lottery Fallout! May 16, 2025

Dan and Grant break down how the 2025 NBA draft lottery results will impact offseason activity—specifically trades. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:52 - Is the NBA draft lottery broken?
11:50 - Dallas Mavericks
21:23 - San Antonio Spurs
28:35 - Philadelphia 76ers
32:31 - Charlotte Hornets
34:14 - Utah Jazz
37:14 - Washington Wizards
39:00 - New Orleans Pelicans
42:36 - Brooklyn Nets
44:53 - Toronto Raptors
46:45 - Houston Rockets
49:49 - Portland Trail Blazers
52:32 - Chicago Bulls
54:38 - Atlanta Hawks
56:53 - San Antonio Spurs, again
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Phoenix Suns 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead May 15, 2025

Dan and Grant break down the Phoenix Suns' offseason from every angle, including their financial outlook, the future of Kevin Durant, the Devin Booker extension and more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:20 - Will the Suns duck the second apron?
1:49 - What will Phoenix target in a KD trade?
7:01 - Hypothetical Kevin Durant trade
9:51 - The future of Devin Booker
16:11 - The PERFECT Suns trade?!
18:49 - Bradley Beal's contract
19:36 - Biggest needs, head coach search
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Breaking Down The Jayson Tatum Injury, Knicks vs Celtics & Wolves vs Warriors May 14, 2025

Dan and Grant discuss the Jayson Tatum injury and how it will impact the Boston Celtics' future. Then, they get into the series between the Knicks and Celtics, as well as the Timberwolves vs. Warriors matchup. Then...GUESS-A-PLAYER TIME. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:37 - Jayson Tatum injury, and Boston's future
18:11 - Celtics vs Knicks breakdown
36:43 - Wolves vs Warriors breakdown
1:01:25 - Guess The NBA Player! (GAP)
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Cavs-Pacers & Nuggets-Thunder Is Peak Chaos May 13, 2025

Dan and Mort Jensen (@msjnba) from 'The NBA Podcast' discuss their biggest takeaways and expectations moving forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunders vs. Denver Nuggets playoff series. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:11 - Cavs vs. Pacers takeaways
27:13 - Most entertaining NBA Finals matchups
28:55 - Nuggets vs. Thunder takeaways
1:00:09 - Is OKC-DEN actually the West Finals?
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Detroit Pistons 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead May 12, 2025

Dan and Grant break down how the Detroit Pistons should approach the 2025 NBA offseason. Will Cade Cunningham's breakout convince them to take a big swing? Or should they play it safe? Let us know in the comments, and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for more fun and in-depth NBA content. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
:00 - Setting the stage...
1:01 - Future of Malik Beasley
2:56 - Identifying Pistons core players
4:36 - Jalen Duren extension
6:15 - Future of Jaden Ivey
7:10 - Biggest needs and trade targets
11:31 - How aggressive should the Pistons be?
14:41 - More trade targets/offseason approaches
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Los Angeles Lakers 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead May 11, 2025

Dan and Grant break down how the Los Angeles Lakers should approach the offseason while trying to capitalize on the LeBron James and Luka Doncic. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Setting the stage...
1:21 - Can the Lakers make a big trade?
3:06 - What type of big man does Luka Doncic need?
7:15 - Other needs Lakers must fill
10:45 - Luka Doncic and LeBron James contracts
13:07 - Players most likely to be traded
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Which NBA Draft Lottery Team Needs Cooper Flagg Most? May 09, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast break down how much every 2025 NBA draft lottery team needs Cooper Flagg, ultimately deciding which franchise most needs to win the No. 1 pick. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Our approach
2:59 - Charlotte Hornets
9:58 - Utah Jazz
15:59 - Washington Wizards
23:39 - New Orleans Pelicans
28:32 - Philadelphia 76ers
34:46 - Brooklyn Nets
40:54 - Toronto Raptors
45:50 - San Antonio Spurs
48:56 - Houston Rockets
55:08 - Portland Trail Blazers
59:20 - Dallas Mavericks
1:02:36 - Chicago Bulls
1:05:49 - Sacramento Kings
1:09:54 - Best Cooper Flagg destinations
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Houston Rockets 2025 NBA Offseason Lookahead May 08, 2025

Dan and Grant break down the Houston Rockets entering the 2025 NBA offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
0:39 - Rockets cap sheet
1:29 - The Fred VanVleet decision
4:06 - Houston can't take its window for granted
7:35 - Should Rockets be interested in Giannis Antetokounmpo?
9:15 - The Devin Booker and Kevin Durant chatter
11:30 - Preserving Houston's identity + other trade targets
15:26 - Should the Rockets just stand pat?
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Which NBA Playoff Favorite Should Be Most Concerned? May 07, 2025

Dan and Grant break down their biggest takeaways from Game 1 between the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks, as well as the Oklahoma City Thunder and Denver Nuggets. After that, they ask which of the heavy favorites from Round 2 are in more trouble: The Celtics, Thunder or Cleveland Cavaliers. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:19 - Celtics vs Knicks takeaways
23:00 - Thunder vs Nuggets takeaways
45:16 - Cavs vs Pacers takeaways
52:33 - Who's more concerned: Thunder, Celtics or Cavs?
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Cavs vs Pacers Early Impressions May 06, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to discuss their initial impressions of the Cleveland Cavaliers-Indiana Pacers second-round series. TIMETSTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:24 - The Pacers keep proving people wrong
3:37 - This is no time for Cleveland to panic
8:30 - Indiana's defense on Donovan Mitchell
11:19 - Should the Cavs change their defense on Tyrese Halliburton?
13:57 - Aaron Nesmith is underrated
18:28 - Andrew Nembhard is the ultimate x-factor
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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Golden State Warriors Primer May 05, 2025

Dan and Grant give their initial thoughts and breakdowns for the second-round series matchup between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Tactical questions
11:58 - Storylines
16:44 - Wolves vs Warriors x-factors
21:44 - Wolves vs Warriors predictions
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OKC Thunder vs. Denver Nuggets Primer May 04, 2025

Dan and Grant break down the second-round matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Denver Nuggets. Who ya got? Let us know in the comments! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:30 - Tactical questions
6:10 - Storylines
9:53 - Thunder and Nuggets x-factors
13:42 - Thunder vs Nuggets predictions
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Cavs vs. Pacers and Celtics vs. Knicks Primers May 02, 2025

Dan and Grant preview the second-round NBA playoff matchups between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers, and the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
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1:01 - Cavs vs Pacers tactical questions
11:30 - Cavs vs Pacers storylines
15:25 - Cavs and Pacers x-factors
21:18 - Cavs vs Pacers predictions
24:29 - Celtics vs Knicks tactical questions
33:50 - Celtics vs Knicks storylines
41:10 - Celtics and Knicks x-factors
44:29 - Celtics vs Knicks predictions
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Where Do The Orlando Magic Go From Here? May 01, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to discuss how the Orlando Magic should approach the 2025 NBA offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:09 - Current impressions of the Magic
2:54 - Paolo Banchero extension
4:40 - Cap sheet & trade assets
9:38 - The Magic's biggest needs
13:13 - The type of contract Orlando needs
21:21 - Trade targets for the Magic
36:24 - Free-agency targets for Orlando
44:56 - Surprise trade target!
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Where Do The Miami Heat Go From Here? Apr 30, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to discuss how the Miami Heat should approach the 2025 NBA offseason. TIMETSTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
0:48 - Cap sheet and trade-asset breakdown
4:13 - Should the Heat start over?
6:42 - Can Miami pull off a blockbuster trade?
7:08 - Trae Young
9:37 - Zach LaVine
11:30 - LaMelo Ball
12:13 - Zion Williamson
16:48 - Kevin Durant
17:46 - Ja Morant
17:58 - Coby White
19:00 - Paul George
26:12 - Lauri Markkanen
28:54 - Giannis Antetokounmpo
29:13 - Joel Embiid
30:48 - Bradley Beal
33:02 - Domantas Sabonis
35:16 - Jaylen Brown
37:46 - Jaren Jackson Jr.
42:17 - Are the Heat just stuck?
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Where Do The Milwaukee Bucks Go From Here? Apr 29, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to discuss how the Milwaukee Bucks should approach their future following the news that Damian Lillard suffered a torn ACL injury. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:08 - Damian Lillard's injury
4:30 - Appreciating Dame's legacy
11:25 - Can the Bucks continue to contend?
21:50 - Giannis Antetokounmpo's future and trade talk
23:16 - San Antonio Spurs
31:07 - Houston Rockets
42:25 - Oklahoma City Thunder
48:31 - Memphis Grizzlies
52:25 - Atlanta Hawks
54:10 - Golden State Warriors
57:11 - Miami Heat and New York Knicks
59:25 - Denver Nuggets
1:02:27 - Detroit Pistons
1:04:41 - Utah Jazz
1:06:26 - Boston Celtics
1:07:36 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:08:31 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:09:48 - Dallas Mavericks
1:11:20 - Toronto Raptors
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2025 Memphis Grizzlies Postmortem (PLUS: GAPs) Apr 28, 2025

Dan and Grant uncork their biggest reactions and observations from the first week of the 2025 NBA playoffs! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Farewell, Memphis Grizzlies
0:40 - Cap situation & Jaren Jackson Jr. extension
3:09 - Memphis faces challenges on the trade market
6:29 - Should blowing it up be an option?
9:58 - What type of addition do the Grizzlies need?
12:24 - Is Jaren Jackson Jr. a trade candidate?
16:12 - Can you trade Ja Morant or Desmond Bane and get better?
23:09 - Would you trade Ja for Trae Young?
25:44 - Guess-A-Player No. 1
30:07 - Guess-A-Player No. 2
35:47 - Guess-A-Player No. 3
46:22 - Guess-A-Player No. 4
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2025 NBA Playoff Reactions After 1 Week Apr 26, 2025

Dan and Grant uncork their biggest reactions and observations from the first week of the 2025 NBA playoffs! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:50 - Aren't the playoffs great?!
2:54 - Houston Rockets vs. Golden State Warriors
19:40 - Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Clippers
31:47 - New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons
48:47 - Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
59:22 - Indiana Pacers vs. Milwaukee Bucks
1:15:24 - Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Miami Heat
1:23:33 - Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Memphis Grizzlies
1:31:07 - Boston Celtics vs. Orlando Magic
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NBA News Catch-Up: Hawks, Mavs, Warriors, Pelicans, Kings & Suns Apr 22, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to break down the latest NBA rumors, news and organizational overhauls we are already seeing. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:32 - The Atlanta Hawks are making changes
22:06 - Will the Warriors get rid of Jonathan Kuminga?
45:27 - Nico Harrison spoke about Luka Doncic again...
1:00:57 - What are the New Orleans Pelicans doing?
1:12:40 - How should the Phoenix Suns approach the offseason?
1:33:25 - Are the Sacramento Kings stuck?
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2025 NBA Playoffs Mega Primer Apr 19, 2025

Dan and Grant preview and drop their predictions for EVERY first-round series in the 2025 NBA playoffs. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
:00 - INTRO
0:38 - Playoff vibes
5:24 - Indiana Pacers vs Milwaukee Bucks
23:43 - Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Clippers
41:27 - New York Knicks vs Detroit Pistons
58:00 - Los Angeles Lakers vs Minnesota Timberwolves
1:20:08 - Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic
1:34:04 - Houston Rockets vs Golden State Warriors
1:55:18 - Cleveland Cavaliers vs Miami Heat
2:05:26 - Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies
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Our 2025 NBA Awards Ballot Apr 17, 2025

Dan and Grant (finally) drop their 2025 NBA awards ballots, including a HANDFUL OF BRAND-SPANKING NEW CATEGORIES nominated by our subscribes! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:25 - Our approach
2:50 - MVP
17:47 - All-NBA
28:14 - Defensive Player of the Year
36:39 - All-Defense
45:40 - Rookie of the Year
50:34 - All- Rookie
59:24 - Most Improved Players
1:06:33 - Sixth Man of the Year
1:09:03 - Coach of the Year
1:12:36 - Executive of the Year
1:17:31 - Clutch Player of the Year
1:20:27 - Best Finisher Under 6'5"
1:22:47 - The Aaron Wiggins Award
1:24:48 - The Jaxson Hayes Award
1:27:48 - Worst Contract
1:28:52 - Black Hole Award
1:31:44 - Stars Who Made The Biggest Sacrifice Award
1:34:57 - They Should Have Played More, Dammit! (Duop Reath Award)
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We Were Wrong, And We're Sorry Apr 10, 2025

Dan and Grant revisit some of their biggest misses and WORST predictions prior to the start of the 2024-25 NBA season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
1:25 - Our approach
4:26 - Chicago Bulls
5:51 - Cleveland Cavaliers
7:01 - Dallas Mavericks
8:01 - New Orleans Pelicans
9:53 - Orlando Magic
11:15 - Philadelphia 76ers
13:42 - Detroit Pistons
17:40 - Portland Trail Blazers
21:22 - Houston Rockets
26:21 - Los Angeles Clippers
29:26 - Phoenix Suns
33:00 - Brooklyn Nets
36:26 - JJ Redick
39:56 - LaMelo Ball
41:45 - Jonathan Kuminga
44:43 - New York Knicks
55:01 - Ja Morant
59:50 - Reed Sheppard
1:03:48 - Cody Williams
1:06:44 - Scottie Barnes
1:08:34 - Bouncing around the rest of the NBA
1:15:24 - Winner of HWK's over/under competition!
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Where Do The Denver Nuggets Go From Here? Apr 09, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to discuss the future of the Denver Nuggets and Nikola Jokic after the team fired head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Details of Denver's firings
1:44 - What does the timing say about the Nuggets?
4:30 - Firing Michael Malone now is wild
10:36 - NBA head coaching seats are hotter than ever
14:49 - Jalen Pickett ruined everything!
18:28 - Are the Nuggets cleaning house?
22:20 - Did the Jamal Murray injury accelerate this?
25:36 - The future of Nikola Jokic
32:31 - Can the Nuggets get better this summer?
41:06 - Should the Nuggets hire Mort Jensen?!
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NBA Head Coaches On The Hot Seat Apr 08, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to talk about NBA head coaches who may be on the hot seat once the regular season is over. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Criteria
2:34 - Tuomas Iisalo (Memphis Grizzlies)
3:22 - Mitch Johnson (San Antonio Spurs)
6:09 - Doug Christie (Sacramento Kings)
8:57 - Doc Rivers (Milwaukee Bucks)
16:29 - Michael Malone (Denver Nuggets)
28:37 - Tom Thibodeau (New York Knicks)
37:54 - Mike Budenholzer (Phoenix Suns)
45:33 - Willie Green (New Orleans Pelicans)
51:01 - Jamahl Mosley (Orlando Magic)
58:35 - JB Bickerstaff (Detroit Pistons)
1:05:38 - Nick Nurse (Philadelphia 76ers)
1:08:32 - Erik Spoelstra (Miami Heat)
1:12:07 - Honorable mentions
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Guess The Mystery NBA Players (We Suck At This Edition) Apr 07, 2025

Guess-A-Player Volume 4 is here! Can you beat Dan and Grant to correctly guessing the mystery NBA player?!? Join our discord to submit your OWN Guess-A-Player nominees: https://discord.com/invite/vFF4kKPMdb. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
0:57 - Mystery NBA Player No. 1
9:30 - Mystery NBA Player No. 2
19:01 - Mystery NBA Player No. 3
22:59 - Mystery NBA Player No. 4
30:25 - Mystery NBA Player No. 5
37:44 - Mystery NBA Player No. 6
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S.C.R.E.W.E.D. Apr 05, 2025

Dan and Grant dive into the most disappointing teams of the NBA season and evaluated their future outlooks according to their S.C.R.E.W.E.D scale, a proprietary scoring metric that rates the hopelessness of a given franchise.TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
1:13 - Criteria
6:26 - Team 1
11:52 - Team 2
21:03 - Team 3
30:24 - Team 4
35:44 - Team 5
42:36 - Team 6
49:59 - Team 7
58:05 - Team 8
1:08:00 - Team 9
1:14:01 - Team 10
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2025 NBA Playoffs Pressure Index Apr 03, 2025

Dan is joined by Es Baraheni (@justesbaraheni) of The Athletic Daily and Raptors Republic to discuss which 2025 NBA playoff teams have the most at stake entering the postseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro/Nuggets-Wolves absurdness
1:13 - Criteria
3:08 - NBA Playoff Team No. 1
8:10 - NBA Playoff Team No. 2
17:23 - NBA Playoff Team No. 3
25:21 - NBA Playoff Team No. 4
31:56 - NBA Playoff Team No. 5
42:14 - NBA Playoff Team No. 6
53:16 - NBA Playoff Team No. 7
1:03:42 - NBA Playoff Team No. 8
1:06:20 - NBA Playoff Team No. 9
1:14:40 - NBA Playoff Team No. 10
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Guess The Mystery NBA Player (Big Onions Dance Edition) Mar 31, 2025

Guess-A-Player Volume 3 is here! Can you beat Dan and Grant to correctly guessing the mystery NBA player?!? Join our discord to submit your OWN Guess-A-Player nominees: https://discord.com/invite/vFF4kKPMdb. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:32 - Mystery NBA Player No. 1
5:58 - Mystery NBA Player No. 2
16:39 - Mystery NBA Player No. 3
27:30 - Mystery NBA Player No. 4
30:24 - Mystery NBA Player No. 5
35:31 - Mystery NBA Player NO. 6
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The NBA Star Trade Candidates Draft! Mar 29, 2025

Dan and Grant draft NBA stars that they believe are most likely to get traded next. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:45 - Criteria
5:42 - Pick No. 1
9:01 - Pick No. 2
12:08 - Pick No. 3
17:39 - Pick No. 4
23:48 - Pick No. 5
29:03 - Pick No. 6
38:06 - Pick No. 7
42:56 - Pick No. 8
49:00 - Pick No. 9
53:59 - Pick No. 10
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Damian Lillard Injury, Celtics Sale Reaction, NBA Expansion & Mark Cuban vs Mavs Mar 27, 2025

Dan and Grant catch up some of the some of the latest NBA news and rumors, including the injury to Damian Lillard, fallout from the sale of the Boston Celtics, salary-cap notes and more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:22 - Can we actually fix tanking?
7:40 - Damian Lillard injury
13:18 - Giannis Antetokounmpo's recent comments
17:06 - The future of Giannis in Milwaukee
19:17 - This Bucks offseason is critical
26:50 - Biggest questions following Boston Celtics Sale
30:04 - How long with the Celtics stay together
40:58 - How much say will Bill Chisholm have?
45:04 - Did the Celtics sale help or hurt expansion?
53:41 - Salary-cap updates, Most interesting offseason team
1:02:43 - Mark Cuban's Luka Doncic comments
1:03:40 - Do you believe Cuban's version of Mavs sale?
1:06:29 - What is Cuban's goal here?
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Are These NBA Teams Turning The Corner? Mar 26, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to talk about NBA teams that have (seemingly) turned things around or explored new highs following the All-Star break or since the start of March. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:16 - Can we make March basketball matter more?
4:35 - Atlanta Hawks
14:16 - Chicago Bulls
28:33 - Detroit Pistons
37:07 - Golden State Warriors
46:58 - Indiana Pacers
54:29 - Los Angeles Clippers
1:01:20 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:13:12 - Phoenix Suns
1:25:18 - Portland Trail Blazers
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Guess The Mystery NBA Player ('Somebody Cheated?!' Edition) Mar 24, 2025

Guess-A-Player Volume 2 is here! Can you beat Dan and Grant to correctly guessing the mystery NBA player?!? Join our discord to submit your OWN Guess-A-Player nominees: https://discord.com/invite/vFF4kKPMdb. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:30 - Mystery NBA Player No. 1
5:57 - Mystery NBA Player No. 2
11:43 - Grant files a complaint with the proper authorities
12:48 - Mystery NBA Player No. 3
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NBA Players Who Deserve More Attention Mar 22, 2025

Dan and Grant spotlight a bunch of NBA players whose midseason and late-season performances deserve more attention. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:43 - Criteria and approach
4:54 - Deni Avdija
10:32 - Josh Giddey
19:34 - Quentin Grimes
33:12 - Moses Moody
40:21 - Quinten Post
46:33 - Zeke Nnaji
52:51 - Jalen Pickett
58:56 - Isaiah Collier
1:03:44 - Kyle Filipowski
1:08:58 - Brice Sensabaugh
1:11:35 - Kyshawn George
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Into The CBA Weeds & NBA Teams That Will Define The Offseason Mar 20, 2025

Dan is joined by Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) from Spotrac and 'The NBA Front Office Show' to discuss teams that will define the 2025 NBA offseason as well as how the league is and will continue to react to the new collective bargaining agreement. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:45 - How much do you trust post-All-Star-break performances?
2:05 - Impressions of how the CBA has impacted the NBA so far
5:01 - Unintended consequences of the NBA CBA
9:29 - What the Celtics can tell us about the second apron
17:36 - Will we see more bad contracts moving forward?
21:08 - Will teams start squeezing their own free agents?
30:07 - When will NBA free agency be cool again?
36:37 - Is getting rid of the NBA draft impossible?
39:39 - There will ALWAYS be trades, people
44:24 - Phoenix Suns
48:12 - Brooklyn Nets
50:51 - Oklahoma City Thunder
52:59 - Minnesota Timberwolves
57:31 - Utah Jazz
1:01:09 - Houston Rockets
1:05:55 - Portland Trail Blazers + Milwaukee Bucks
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MAILBAG: Devin Booker or Kevin Durant to Houston? LaMelo vs Zion, Indiana Pacers Fever Mar 18, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast for Part 2 of their MEGA MAILBAG. This time, they are discussing the Phoenix Suns' disastrous season, Orlando Magic trade targets, rebuilding around LaMelo Ball and Zion Williamson, NBA players who deserve more playing time and MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:12 - How much is Mike Budenholzer to blame for the Phoenix Suns struggles?
8:40 - LaMelo Ball or Zion Williamson?
12:42 - Realistic Orlando Magic trade targets
21:29 - What should Oklahoma City do with Philadelphia's draft pick?
29:22 - Are there any Rookie of the Year sleepers?
35:28 - Which Eastern Conference team is the biggest threat to the Cavs and Celtics?
44:15 - Should the Rockets prefer a trade for Devin Booker or Kevin Durant?
46:44 - NBA players who deserve more attention
53:54 - Big Shot or Hip Hop?!?
55:00 - Should big names be ineligible for Most Improved Player?
1:10:18 - Should the Detroit Pistons trade for a No. 2?
1:14:02 - Responding to Shaquille O'Neal
1:17:16 - Chicago Bulls All-Time Starting Five
1:18:58 - Favorite Bulls front office
1:19:22 - How many Bulls players can contribute to a contender?
1:23:41 - Should the NBA have entire-team awards?
1:26:23 - The best cheesecake toppings
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NBA Awards Race Check-Ins (March 2025) Mar 15, 2025

Dan and Grant take stock of every major 2024-25 NBA season award race. PLUS: A special surprise at the end! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Submit a new NBA Award!
1:25 - Criteria and our approach
5:39 - MVP
26:37 - All-NBA
40:19 - Defensive Player of the Year
46:02 - All-Defense
56:18 - Rookie of the Year
1:02:24 - All-Rookie
1:10:17 - Most Improved Player
1:19:22 - Sixth Man of the Year
1:23:41 - Coach of the Year
1:35:11 - Clutch Player of the Year
1:43:19 - Guess-A-Player
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Should These NBA Teams Blow It Up? (Mega Mailbag, Part 1) Mar 14, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to discuss which NBA teams should blow it up over the 2025 offseason. Be on the lookout for PART 2 OF OUR MEGA MAILBAG, releasing this TUESDAY, MARCH 18. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
3:10 - Phoenix Suns
9:46 - Philadelphia 76ers
19:43 - Dallas Mavericks
26:54 - Chicago Bulls
30:39 - Sacramento Kings
41:19 - New Orleans Pelicans
57:36 - Which team is most likely to blow it up?
58:57 - Mort teaches Dan Danish, Volume 7
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The 2025 NBA Trade Deadline 1 Month Later Mar 11, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to revisit the biggest acquisitions from the 2025 NBA trade deadline roughly one month later to see how they're fitting in. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
4:21 - Atlanta Hawks
14:28 - Chicago Bulls
19:33 - Cleveland Cavaliers
23:35 - Dallas Mavericks
30:01 - Detroit Pistons
37:10 - Golden State Warriors
46:09 - Los Angeles Clippers
50:25 - Los Angeles Lakers
58:47 - Miami Heat
1:08:53 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:17:09 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:28:21 - Sacramento Kings
1:41:57 - San Antonio Spurs
1:50:50 - Phoenix Suns
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NBA Commissioner For A Day! Mar 08, 2025

Dan and Grant spend two hours responding to NBA rule changes submitted by our subscribers. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
1:31 - Overall impressions of this exercise
2:58 - Fouling up three
7:26 - Free-throw shot clock
11:40 - Off-arm use
15:29 - Freedom of movement
20:36 - Charge calls
24:04 - Gather steps & carries
26:49 - Number and length of timeouts
31:07 - Retroactive calls on replay
35:11 - Home-court advantage in the Finals
37:17 - National TV start times
40:05 - Abolish the NBA draft?
51:16 - Eliminate the NBA draft lottery
53:21 - Re-weight the NBA draft lottery
56:12 - Free-throw-shooting rotation
59:06 - Eliminate corner threes
1:04:06 - Shoot free throws at end of each quarter
1:07:05 - Bring back the Amnesty Clause
1:12:09 - NBA expansion and relocation
1:18:03 - No salary-cap rules for trades
1:21:15 - Automatic no-trade clauses for ALL max players
1:24:16 - Change playoffs to best-of-five series
1:28:03 - Unrivaled free-throw rules
1:31:35 - Offensive three seconds in the corners
1:33:41 - Teams choose where the three-point line goes on their home court
1:36:57 - Expanding shot values
1:39:58 - Coaches keep challenges until they lose one
1:40:42 - No more jump-balls
1:43:26 - Supercharged baskets!
1:46:59 - FIBA Goaltending rules
1:50:03 - Play-in conference crossovers!
1:51:24 - Special cap rules for 10-year players
1:53:31 - Alley-oop fouls
1:54:53 - Flopping enforcement
1:56:29 - Referee interviews
1:57:59 - Relegation?!
2:00:00 - Revive the IBM Award!
2:02:35 - Do year-end awards need any changes?
2:06:40 - Our favorite rule-change submissions
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Which NBA Teams May Be Headed For Major Changes? Mar 06, 2025

Dan and Grant go through a bunch of NBA teams that could end up looking dramatically different before the 2025-26 regular season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro1:35 - Our approach
5:01 - Team No. 1
18:22 - Team No. 2
27:51 - Team No. 3
40:22 - Team No. 4
48:55 - Team No. 5
57:24 - Team No. 6
1:05:22 - Team No. 7
1:13:53 - Team No. 8
1:22:12 - Team No. 9
1:31:47 - Team No. 10
1:38:52 - Honorable mentions
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NBA News Catch-Up, Kevin Durant Trades, The Luka Doncic Discourse Mar 04, 2025

Dan runs through some of the most recent NBA news and rumors before being joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to talk about potential Kevin Durant trade destinations and the weird Luka Doncic trade defense from the Dallas Mavericks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:37 - News and Rumors Catch-Up
20:23 - The Luka Doncic trade spin, weeks later
42:08 - Kevin Durant trade destinations
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Which NBA Player Is More Important To Their Team's Future? Mar 01, 2025

Dan and Grant pick a pair of players (and sometimes more) from each NBA team and discuss which one is more important to the organization moving forward. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
1:22 - Our approach
2:12 - Atlanta Hawks
6:02 - Boston Celtics
10:54 - Brooklyn Nets
13:32 - Charlotte Hornets
16:09 - Chicago Bulls
18:16 - Cleveland Cavaliers
23:00 - Dallas Mavericks
28:20 - Denver Nuggets
31:27 - Detroit Pistons
39:15 - Golden State Warriors
46:02 - Houston Rockets
50:09 - Indiana Pacers
53:38 - Los Angeles Clippers
56:55 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:00:01 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:06:09 - Memphis Grizzlies, Part 2!
1:08:44 - Miami Heat
1:11:04 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:13:01 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:17:48 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:19:33 - New York Knicks
1:29:11 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:34:12 - Orlando Magic
1:38:36 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:41:59 - Phoenix Suns
1:44:58 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:47:42 - Sacramento Kings
1:50:35 - San Antonio Spurs
1:54:02 - Toronto Raptors
1:57:12 - Utah Jazz
2:01:14 - Washington Wizards
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2024-25 NBA Sophomore Stock Report Feb 27, 2025

Dan and Grant go through a bunch of NBA sophomores and play "Stock Up, Stock Down" based on everything we have seen this season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
1:20 - Gym Rant, Volume 1
4:27 - Sophomore stock reports overview
6:38 - Victor Wembanyama
17:58 - Chet Holmgren
26:03 - Scoot Henderson
32:57 - Toumani Camara
38:43 - Amen Thompson
50:46 - Brandin Podziemski
58:15 - Ausar Thompson
1:09:18 - Bilal Coulibaly
1:19:39 - Jarace Walker
1:21:56 - Gradey Dick
1:23:52 - Cason Wallace
1:27:44 - Keyonte George
1:30:08 - Brandon Miller
1:34:15 - Dereck Lively II
1:36:32 - Julian Strawther
1:37:59 - Ben Sheppard
1:39:17 - Jaime Jaquez Jr.
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NBA Over/Under Check-In, Brandon Ingram and Raptors Future, State of the Game Feb 25, 2025

Dan and Grant check in on the NBA's biggest overachievers and underachievers so far. After that they have a conversation on the state of the NBA game and the discourse surrounding it. Finally, they discuss the Brandon Ingram extension and the long-term direction of the Toronto Raptors. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
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1:45 - Cleveland Cavaliers
2:52 - Detroit Pistons
4:23 - Portland Trail Blazers
6:12 - Brooklyn Nets
8:17 - Oklahoma City Thunder
11:19 - New Orleans Pelicans
12:46 - Philadelphia 76ers
15:14 - Utah Jazz
17:17 - Phoenix Suns
18:45 - Charlotte Hornets
20:31 - Other standout teams
26:58 - Brandon Ingram, Raptors future
42:12 - State of the NBA #discourse
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Our Biggest NBA Storylines for 2024-25 Season Stretch Run Feb 22, 2025

Dan and Grant dive deep into the storylines and questions that will be capturing their attention the most to close out the 2024-25 NBA season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
1:48 - Our approach to late-season storylines
6:54 - Do the Oklahoma City Thunder have a fatal flaw?
22:14 - Are the Knicks actually the biggest threat to the Cavs and Celtics?
35:44 - How good can the Golden State Warriors be?
45:32 - BAD-SEASON FALLOUT RANKINGS: Mavs, Sixers, Suns & Kings
58:44 - Will Luka Doncic regain his mojo for the Lakers?
1:06:10 - Which NBA team will break out to close the year?
1:11:50 - Which NBA teams are we overlooking?
1:18:18 - Victor Wembanyama fallout
1:28:51 - Defensive Player of the Year
1:32:37 - Should the NBA change awards eligibility?
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Vibe Checks for NBA Rebuilds (Western Conference Edition) Feb 20, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast for a vibe check on rebuilding NBA teams in the Western Conference. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:47 - Houston Rockets
36:18 - New Orleans Pelicans
50:19 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:03:57 - San Antonio Spurs
1:13:27 - Utah Jazz
1:28:30 - Mort teaches Dan Danish, Volume 4
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Vibe Checks For NBA Rebuilds (Eastern Conference Edition) Feb 18, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast for a vibe check on rebuilding NBA teams in the Eastern Conference. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:41 - 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend Reaction
10:29 - How we evaluate rebuilds
12:01 - Brooklyn Nets
32:34 - Charlotte Hornets
53:18 - Chicago Bulls
1:07:32 - Detroit Pistons
1:18:44 - Toronto Raptors
1:39:06 - Washington Wizards
2:00:06 - Mort teaches Dan Danish, Volume 3
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Future NBA All-Star Game Candidates For All 30 Teams Feb 15, 2025

Dan and Grant attempt to figure out how many future All-Stars are on every team ahead of the 2025 NBA All-Star Game. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro/Criteria
2:41 - Atlanta Hawks
5:17 - Boston Celtics
6:56 - Brooklyn Nets
8:49 - Charlotte Hornets
10:40 - Chicago Bulls
13:06 - Cleveland Cavaliers
15:54 - Dallas Mavericks
20:47 - Denver Nuggets
23:43 - Detroit Pistons
27:41 - Golden State Warriors
34:41 - Houston Rockets
37:15 - Indiana Pacers
39:42 - Los Angeles Clippers
42:14 - Los Angeles Lakers
44:36 - Memphis Grizzlies
47:56 - Miami Heat
51:24 - Milwaukee Bucks
53:14 - Minnesota Timberwolves
56:46 - New Orleans Pelicans
59:34 - New York Knicks
1:02:08 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:09:20 - Orlando Magic
1:13:44 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:15:35 - Phoenix Suns
1:16:57 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:23:07 - Sacramento Kings
1:28:20 - San Antonio Spurs
1:33:00 - Toronto Raptors
1:38:55 - Utah Jazz
1:45:21 - Washington Wizards
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NBA Pretender or Contender?! (The West) Feb 13, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to play "Contender or Pretender" with the best teams in the Western Conference following the NBA trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
2:42 - Dallas Mavericks
15:25 - Denver Nuggets
24:17 - Golden State Warriors
31:18 - Houston Rockets
35:25 - Los Angeles Clippers
42:59 - Los Angeles Lakers
56:00 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:00:39 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:08:53 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:16:40 - Phoenix Suns
1:18:49 - Sacramento Kings
1:22:09 - San Antonio Spurs
1:26:28 - Mort teaches Dan Danish, Volume 2
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NBA Contender or Pretender?! (The East) Feb 11, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to play "Contender or Pretender" with the best teams in the Eastern Conference following the NBA trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
2:41 - Boston Celtics
10:16 - Cleveland Cavaliers
18:35 - Indiana Pacers
27:55 - Miami Heat
34:57 - Milwaukee Bucks
43:50 - New York Knicks
52:11 - Orlando Magic
1:00:03 - Exclusions
1:03:28 - Mort teaches Dan Danish, Volume 1!
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Now THAT Was An NBA Trade Deadline... Feb 07, 2025

Dan and Grant break down and evaluate how the 2025 NBA trade deadline played out for EVERY TEAM. And after that, they give out their NBA Trade Deadline Superlatives. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Now THAT was a trade deadline
1:53 - Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors
13:07 - Andrew Wiggins to the Miami Heat
18:29 - Detroit Pistons
21:11 - Brandon Ingram to the Toronto Raptors
29:55 - New Orleans Pelicans
32:54 - Mark Williams to the Los Angeles Lakers
38:50 - Charlotte Hornets
42:38 - Phoenix Suns
48:47 - De'Andre Hunter to the Cleveland Cavaliers
55:24 - Atlanta Hawks
1:02:44 - Bogdan Bogdanovic to the Los Angeles Clippers
1:06:06 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:13:30 - Sacramento Kings
1:17:33 - Marcus Smart to the Washington Wizards
1:21:34 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:26:29 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:33:50 - Brooklyn Nets
1:35:23 - Chicago Bulls
1:37:38 - Dallas Mavericks
1:38:19 - Denver Nuggets
1:39:59 - Houston Rockets
1:42:10 - Indiana Pacers
1:45:25 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:47:14 - New York Knicks
1:48:48 - Oklahoma City Thunders
1:50:14 - Orlando Magic
1:52:41 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:56:55 - San Antonio Spurs
1:57:33 - Utah Jazz
1:59:58 - 2025 NBA Trade Deadline Superlatives
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Sam Presti Got FOMO...And The Bucks Got Kyle Kuzma Feb 05, 2025

Dan briefly reflects on what might be the most bonkers NBA trade deadline in history. Then, it's on to some trade reactions, including the Milwaukee Bucks sending Khris Middleton to the Washington Wizards for Kyle Kuzma. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - The NBA Trade Deadline is already INSANE
2:06 - Kyle Kuzma to the Bucks
13:55 - Khris Middleton to the Wizards
16:23 - Caleb Martin to the Dallas Mavericks
18:17 - Quentin Grimes to the Philadelphia 76ers
19:54 - Sixers-Detroit Pistons trade
25:24 - Los Angeles Clippers-Utah Jazz trade
27:51 - Oklahoma City Thunder-Charlotte Hornets trade
29:36 - Boston Celtics-Houston Rockets trade
31:30 - What's next?! Let us know!
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Breaking Down The De'Aaron Fox and Zach LaVine Trade Feb 03, 2025

Dan and Grant are joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to discuss the blockbuster trade that lands De'Aaron Fox with the San Antonio Spurs and Zach LaVine on the Sacramento Kings while seemingly altering the direction of the Chicago Bulls. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
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1:55 - Trade details
3:04 - Impact on Chicago Bulls
21:31 - Impact on the Sacramento Kings
39:41 - Impact on San Antonio Spurs
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Markieff Morris to the Lakers Trade Reaction Feb 02, 2025

Uhhhh, WTF?! Dan and Grant break down the Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis trade between the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Trade details
2:21 - Nico Harrison quotes/Mavericks spin
3:44 - What are the Mavericks doing?
11:42 - What don't we know about Luka?
17:13 - Where do the Mavs go from here?
28:45 - Luka Doncic's future in LA
29:45 - LeBron's future with the Lakers
35:27 - How good are the Lakers right now?
40:55 - The Lakers short- and long-term direction
49:51 - Will the Luka Doncic trade start a trend?
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2025 NBA Trade Deadline Ideas For All 30 Teams (Plus: News!) Feb 01, 2025

Dan and Grant react to trades constructed for EVERY team in the NBA by Bleacher Report's Zach Buckley. Read the article here. After that, they get into the latest Jimmy Butler rumors, the San Antonio Spurs' interest in LaMelo Ball and a WILD Golden State Warriors trade idea. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:25 - The "art" of fake trades
3:25 - Atlanta Hawks
6:03 - Boston Celtics
7:25 - Brooklyn Nets
10:38 - Charlotte Hornets
12:33 - Chicago Bulls
15:21 - Cleveland Cavaliers (x2!)
19:50 - Dallas Mavericks
22:53 - Denver Nuggets
27:33 - Detroit Pistons
30:32 - Golden State Warriors
32:11 - Houston Rockets
34:17 - Indiana Pacers
36:41 - Los Angeles Clippers
37:41 - Los Angeles Lakers
41:07 - Memphis Grizzlies
42:47 - Miami Heat
45:40 - Milwaukee Bucks
48:07 - Minnesota Timberwolves
49:42 - New Orleans Pelicans
51:16 - New York Knicks
54:01 - Oklahoma City Thunder
57:07 - Orlando Magic
1:00:24 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:03:47 - Phoenix Suns
1:05:28 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:06:56 - Sacramento Kings
1:10:12 - San Antonio Spurs
1:12:52 - Toronto Raptors
1:14:04 - Utah Jazz
1:14:55 - Washington Wizards
1:17:33 - LaMelo Ball and the Spurs
1:33:00 - Jimmy Butler and the Pelicans
1:43:42 - Dark Horse De'Aaron Fox trade!
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Western Conference 2025 NBA Trade Deadline Primer Jan 29, 2025

Dan and Grant dig into the goals, possibilities and latest rumors for every team in the Western Conference ahead of the 2025 NBA trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:58 - Sacramento Kings
30:46 - San Antonio Spurs
49:39 - Phoenix Suns
1:02:20 - Golden State Warriors
1:11:42 - Dallas Mavericks
1:20:34 - Denver Nuggets
1:31:22 - Houston Rockets
1:37:23 - Los Angeles Clippers
1:44:23 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:55:28 - Memphis Grizzlies
2:04:32 - Minnesota Timberwolves
2:15:15 - New Orleans Pelicans
2:22:36 - Oklahoma City Thunder
2:34:38 - Portland Trail Blazers
2:45:51 - Utah Jazz
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De'Aaron Fox to the Wizards?! Jan 29, 2025

Dan digs into the report that De'Aaron Fox wants to be traded from the Sacramento Kings and prefers to land with the San Antonio Spurs. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
0:41 - Latest De'Aaron Fox rumors
2:48 - Did the Kings do this to themselves?
13:04 - Should Sacramento move Fox now or later?
16:29 - Are the Spurs a good trade partner for the Kings?
20:33 - Other Fox landing spots...
25:07 - Time to start over in Sacramento?
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Eastern Conference 2025 NBA Trade Deadline Primer Jan 25, 2025

Dan and Grant dig into the goals, possibilities and latest rumors for every team in the Eastern Conference ahead of the 2025 NBA trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro/ NBA All-Star reactions
4:42 - Atlanta Hawks
10:33 - Boston Celtics
18:26 - Brooklyn Nets
25:43 - Charlotte Hornets
35:35 - Cleveland Cavaliers
42:12 - Detroit Pistons
52:40 - Indiana Pacers
1:00:30 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:08:39 - New York Knicks
1:20:04 - Orlando Magic
1:26:36 - Toronto Raptors
1:38:20 - Washington Wizards
1:44:23 - Chicago Bulls
1:52:18 - Milwaukee Bucks
2:04:34 - Miami Heat
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2024-25 NBA Season Awards + Phoenix Suns-Utah Jazz Trade Jan 23, 2025

Dan and Grant drop their 2024-25 NBA awards ballot at the regular season's halfway point. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Our approach
4:45 - MVP
18:06 - All-NBA
38:17 - Defensive Player of the Year
43:32 - All-Defense
52:46 - Rookie of the Year
55:41 - All-Rookie
1:03:58 - Most Improved Player
1:10:47 - Sixth Man of the Year
1:15:10 - Coach of the Year
1:19:32 - Executive of the Year
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2024 NBA Trade Deadline Re-Grades Jan 21, 2025

Dan and Grant go through and re-analyze the most impactful NBA trades from the 2023-24 season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Our approach
5:03 - James Harden to the Los Angeles Clippers
18:36 - OG Anunoby to the New York Knicks
31:09 - Pascal Siakam to the Indiana Pacers
40:18 - Terry Rozier to the Miami Heat
46:21 - Bojan Bogdanovic to the Knicks
52:51 - Buddy Hield to the Philadelphia 76ers
1:00:49 - Gordon Hayward to the Oklahoma City Thunder
1:04:57 - P.J. Washington to the Dallas Mavericks
1:11:23 - Daniel Gafford to the Mavericks
1:17:53 - Ochai Agbaji to the Toronto Raptors
1:23:06 - Dennis Schroder to the Brooklyn Nets
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Are The Philadelphia 76ers Tanking? Jan 20, 2025

On a brand new BONUS segment, Dan and Grant discuss the current state of the Philadelphia 76ers whether are and should be tanking and what the future holds for this team. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Should the Philadelphia 76ers tank?
1:32 - Philly's draft-pick obligations
4:45 - The math on tanking vs pushing for the playoffs
9:07 - What happens if the Sixers keep their pick?
13:42 - Philly's long-term direction
18:28 - Can the Sixers even burn it down?
22:25 - Is there time for Philly to tank?
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Breaking Down NBA Playoff Sleepers In The West Jan 18, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to break down the most intriguing sleeper playoff hopefuls in the Western Conference. Check out our episode on Eastern Conference sleepers here. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:18 - Golden State Warriors
13:17 - Los Angeles Clippers
19:58 - Los Angeles Lakers
29:46 - Phoenix Suns
38:12 - Sacramento Kings
49:37 - San Antonio Spurs
55:27 - Which team is the biggest sleeper in the West?
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Suns-Hornets Trade Reaction & NBA Rumors Round-Up Jan 17, 2025

BONUS EPISODE ALERT. Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast. Also, check out our previous podcast in which we make FEARLESS predictions for the rest of 2025: https://youtu.be/0vhxUdZPr9U?si=FkCcHAYeXVFJXAHG. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:16 - Suns, Hornets trade details
4:3 - Nick Richards' fit in Phoenix
9:51 - Charlotte's direction
16:37 - Are the Suns out of the Jimmy Butler sweepstakes?
26:45 - Jimmy Butler "Updates"
29:56 - Should the Milwaukee Bucks trade for Jimmy Butler
46:52 - Any dark horse Butler destinations?
48:16 - WTF Warriors?!
1:07:18 - CENTERS FOR SALE!
1:23:24 - FAREWELL
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Fearless NBA Predictions For The Rest Of 2025 Jan 16, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to talk drop—and react to—some FEARLESS NBA for the rest of 2025. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:53 - Minnesota Timberwolves
5:18 - Giannis Antetokounmpo
8:18 - Chicago Bulls
10:34 - Denver Nuggets
13:34 - Victor Wembanyama
15:22 - Zion Williamson
16:56 - Face of the NBA…
30:12 - NBA Paris Games
33:13 - Dalano Banton
34:32 - Extension trends
39:43 - Detroit Pistons
41:38 - Cade Cunningham
44:06 - Timberwolves vs Knicks
45:35 - Victor Wembanyama, Part 2
47:22 - Atlanta Hawks
49:16 - Lauri Markkanen & De'Aaron Fox
51:04 - Utah Jazz
52:37 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Celtics and Mavs
55:11 - Jamal Murray & Russell Westbrook
56:42 - Cleveland Cavaliers
58:17 - Alex Sarr
1:01:26 - Zach LaVine, Coby White
1:03:05 - Duop Death
1:03:58 - Kevin Durant, Phoenix Suns
1:06:32 - Which prediction was most fearless?
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Breaking Down Fringe NBA Playoff Teams In The East Jan 14, 2025

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to talk about which fringe NBA playoff teams in the Eastern Conference have the best chance of making noise THIS season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:22 - Atlanta Hawks
16:55 - Chicago Bulls
36:423 - Detroit Pistons
51:41 - Indiana Pacers
1:11:18 - Miami Heat
1:31:11 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:40:06 - Which of the East's fringe playoff teams is most dangerous?
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Draft Picks That Will Define The 2025 NBA Trade Deadline Jan 11, 2025

Dan and Grant run through a BUNCH of draft pick obligations—and overall asset situations—that will have a huge impact on what teams can and ultimately will do at the 2025 NBA trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:00 - Criteria/Our process
7:46 - Miami Heat
14:08 - Atlanta Hawks
20:53 - Chicago Bulls
26:03 - Detroit Pistons
29:56 - Philadelphia 76ers
38:05 - Sacramento Kings
47:33 - Utah Jazz
50:58 - Houston Rockets
57:58 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:05:34 - Orlando Magic
1:09:40 - San Antonio Spurs
1:19:22 - Cleveland Cavaliers
1:20:53 - Denver Nuggets
1:27:54 - Golden State Warriors
1:34:32 - Los Angeles Clippers
1:38:29 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:45:22 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:47:25 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:53:09 - New York Knicks
1:56:50 - Phoenix Suns
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2025 NBA All-Star Game Picks Jan 09, 2025

Dan and Grant go over their picks to make the 2025 NBA All-Star Game. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO1:30 - Approach/Criteria
5:52 - Eastern Conference starters
15:02 - Eastern Conference reserves
24:21 - Eastern Conference Wild Cards
37:40 - Western Conference Starters
49:34 - Western Conference Reserves
56:38 - Western Conference Wild Cards
1:07:21 - Full NBA All-Star Rosters
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NBA Players Who Need A Change Of Scenery Jan 07, 2025

Dan joined The Drop Step NBA podcast with Jack Quantrill (@TheDropStepNBA) about NBA players who need a change of scenery prior to the 2025 trade deadline! Subscribe to The Drop Step. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:00- Criteria
4:06 - Player No. 1
6:44 - Player No. 2
19:22 - Players No. 3, 4 and 5
32:31 - Player No. 6
42:52 - Player No. 7
46:32 - Player No. 8
55:59 - Player No. 9
1:03:40 - Player No. 10
1:12:07 - Deeper-Cut Candidates
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Breaking Down The Latest 2025 NBA Trade Rumors Jan 04, 2025

Dan and Grant dissect and react to the latest news and rumors ahead of the 2025 NBA trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
1:33 - Is this year's rumor mill stale?
8:12 - Cam Johnson's trade market and value
18:00 - Should Brooklyn keep Cam?
22:36 - Future of Zach LaVine
31:44 - Injuries to Luka Doncic and PJ Washington
35:33 - Jaden Ivey injury
38:20 - Golden State Warriors trade targets
43:58 - Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns
51:26 - Houston Rockets trade deadline approach
57:52 - Los Angeles Lakers trade deadline approach
1:03:09 - Ja Morant injury and Memphis Grizzlies trade deadline approach
1:10:27 - Anthony Edwards role on the Timberwolves
1:24:56 - Future of Brandon Ingram
1:28:50 - Future of Zion Williamson
1:34:24 - Future of De'Aaron Fox
1:41:53 - Sacramento Kings trade deadline approach
1:47:06 - Should the Raptors trade Jakob Poeltl?
1:49:38 - Breaking down the Jimmy Butler situation
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Biggest Questions NBA Contenders Must Answer Jan 01, 2025

Dan and Grant discuss questions they have for every (possible) NBA championship contender as we ring in the 2025 calendar year. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
5:34 - Boston Celtics
9:19 - Cleveland Cavaliers
16:44 - Dallas Mavericks
22:09 - Denver Nuggets
29:45 - Houston Rockets
42:16 - Memphis Grizzlies
48:48 - Milwaukee Bucks
53:11 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:00:25 - New York Knicks
1:07:28 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:17:46 - Orlando Magic
1:27:50 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:34:44 - Fringe contenders
1:42:22 - Lakers or Warriors?
1:52:36 - Which fringe contender can enter real contention?
1:53:38 - Sacramento Kings talk
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Dorian Finney-Smith to the Lakers Trade Reaction Dec 30, 2024

Dan provides his instant reaction to the Los Angeles Lakers trading D'Angelo Russell and three second-round picks to the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
0:40 - Trade details
2:42 - Why the Nets made this trade
9:09 - Why the Lakers made this trade
15:01 - Are the Lakers gearing up for more trades?
23:41 - Trade options for the Lakers
32:47 - Final thoughts for Los Angeles and Brooklyn
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Should These NBA Players Be Traded? Dec 28, 2024

Dan and Grant roll through a list of NBA players who (mostly) aren't inside the rumor mill and wonder whether they should be shopped and ultimately moved in advance of the 2025 trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO/Our approach
5:39 - Trae Young
10:22 - De'Andre Hunter
14:53 - Nic Claxton
20:11 - LaMelo Ball
25:26 - Coby White
31:20 - Josh Giddey
36:20 - Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren
41:43 - Stephen Curry
49:22 - Draymond Green
1:02:31 - Bennedict Mathurin and Jarace Walker
1:09:20 - Myles Turner
1:14:21 - Kawhi Leonard
1:20:04 - Anthony Davis
1:27:52 - LeBron James
1:32:01 - Herb Jones
1:38:40 - Josh Hart
1:45:51 - Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins
1:53:29 - Scoot Henderson
1:55:13 - De'Aaron Fox
1:59:40 - Domantas Sabonis
2:04:42 - DeMar DeRozan and Malik Monk
2:08:18 - Jeremy Sochan
2:14:52 - Julius Randle + Outro
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Which NBA Teams Should Trade For Jimmy Butler? Dec 26, 2024

Dan breaks down the latest Jimmy Butler trade rumors and then digs into which teams make the most sense as potential landing spots. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:31 - Breaking down the latest Jimmy Butler rumors
6:14 - Dallas Mavericks
13:18 - Golden State Warriors
18:54 - Houston Rockets
25:26 - Phoenix Suns
34:29 - San Antonio Spurs
37:23 - Los Angeles Clippers
38:27 - Sacramento Kings
43:17 - Indiana Pacers
47:02 - Atlanta Hawks
49:40 - Denver Nuggets
53:21 - Memphis Grizzlies
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Is The NBA In Trouble? PLUS: State of the Sacramento Kings Dec 24, 2024

Dan and Grant discuss whether the NBA TV ratings matter as well as whether the league needs to discuss making rules to de-emphasize three-point shooting. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
0:51 - Does the NBA have a ratings/interest problem?
8:24 - Is three-point shooting an issue?
15:52 - Are fans and media oversimplifying the NBA's flaws?
21:52 - Will the NBA make changes?
26:41 - State of the Sacramento Kings
33:20 - The Keon Ellis problem
35:15 - What is this team's vision?
38:13 - Sacramento's defensive issues
43:01 - Trickle-down effects of DeMar DeRozan
45:34 - Can the Kings make fixes via trades?
48:15 - Is this Kings season too far gone?
51:28 - The De'Aaron Fox noise
56:19 - Where do the Sacramento Kings go from here?
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2025 NBA Trade Deadline Big Board Dec 21, 2024

Dan and Grant put together their big board of the most valuable players realistically available ahead of the 2025 NBA trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
3:46 - Criteria/Approach
6:15 - No. 1
12:51 - No. 2
21:16 - No. 3
25:22 - No. 4
32:02 - No. 5
38:49 - No. 6
43:02 - No. 7
47:11 - No. 8
53:26 - No. 9
59:40 - No. 10
1:02:51 - No. 11
1:07:38 - No. 12
1:14:58 - No. 13
1:23:40 - No. 14
1:27:39 - No. 15
1:31:10 - No. 16
1:34:02 - No. 17
1:38:15 - No. 18
1:41:41 - No. 19
1:48:50 - No. 20
1:50:59 - No. 21
1:52:32 - No. 22
1:55:59 - No. 23
1:57:55 - No. 24
1:59:31 - No. 25
2:00:42 - No. 26
2:02:28 - No. 27
2:03:31 - No. 28
2:04:58 - No. 29
2:06:27 - No. 30
2:08:08 - Honorable mentions
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MAILBAG: Jimmy Butler to Phoenix, Zach LaVine to Denver & West Tiers! Dec 19, 2024

After giving their thoughts on the state of the NBA Cup and discussing the new NBA All-Star Game Format, Dan and Grant plunge through a subscribe mailbag that covers Jimmy Butler potentially being traded to the Phoenix Suns, the Denver Nuggets interest in Zach LaVine, the Chicago Bulls direction, the ceiling of Jalen Johnson in Atlanta, team-building concepts, positional designations and MUCH more! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:49 - NBA Cup vibe check
11:13 - New All-Star Game format
19:05 - Can the Suns trade for Jimmy Butler? Should they?
36:40 - Chicago Bulls direction
49:22 - Will the Western Conference's parity last?
51:38 - Western Conference Tiers!
58:34 - How would you prefer to build a team within a 10-year window?
1:09:43 - What is the ceiling for Jalen Johnson?
1:16:16 - Should the Nuggets try a new Nikola Jokic strategy?
1:27:44 - Which player could fix the Golden State Warriors offense?
1:34:45 - Positional designations
1:42:27 - Should the Boston Celtics play Kristaps Porzingis with Luke Kornet more often?
1:44:54 - What's the worst team that could win a playoff series? PLUS: Vampire Squids and the worst forms of caffeination.
1:49:54 - Which teams will be the best from Jan. 1 until the end of the season? PLUS: Can Vampire Squids have caffeine?
1:54:14 - Box score plus-minus
1:55:49 - Should the Denver Nuggets trade for Zach LaVine?
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Which NBA Teams Will Hit The 'Play Better' Button? Dec 17, 2024

Which NBA teams will improve upon their performance after their first 25 or so games? Dan and Grant take a look at a bunch of different squads and decide. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
3:59 - Denver Nuggets
19:28 - Milwaukee Bucks
27:40 - Minnesota Timberwolves
42:16 - New York Knicks
55:47 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:06:47 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:13:55 - Dallas Mavericks
1:17:13 - Indiana Pacers
1:25:41 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:32:37 - Oklahoma City Thunder (yes, we're serious)
1:33:47 - Phoenix Suns
1:39:24 - Sacramento Kings
1:45:30 - San Antonio Spurs
1:48:30 - Toronto Raptors
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Dennis Schroder To The Golden State Warriors Trade Reaction Dec 16, 2024

The Golden State Warriors traded for Dennis Schroder! Dan breaks down what it means for the Brooklyn Nets before getting into what it means for the Dubs in both the short and long terms. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:13 - Trade details
4:30 - Why the Nets made this deal now
7:30 - Why the Warriors made this deal now
11:45 - How Dennis Schroder can help the Dubs
18:58 - Concerns about Schroder on Golden State
20:33 - The Dubs are still built for a mega trade
23:48 - Golden State is actually more flexible with Schroder
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Western Conference Teams To Watch During NBA Trade Season Dec 14, 2024

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to discuss which Western Conference teams they find most interesting to monitor entering the start of NBA trade season on December 15 and right on through the 2025 NBA trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:11 - Team No. 1
13:57 - Team No. 2
30:41 - Team No. 3
43:47 - Team No. 4
55:41 - Team No. 5
1:07:33 - Team No. 6
1:24:20 - Team No. 7
1:47:05 - Team No. 8
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Eastern Conference Teams To Watch During NBA Trade Season Dec 12, 2024

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to discuss which Eastern Conference teams they find most interesting to monitor entering the start of NBA trade season on December 15 and right on through the 2025 NBA trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:47 - When does "trade season" officially begin?
5:56 - Criteria for picking teams
8:24 - Team No. 1
17:39 - Team No. 2
25:03 - Team No. 3
29:05 - Jimmy Butler trade destinations
38:24 - Team No. 4
46:50 - Team No. 5
55:11 - Team No. 6
1:06:15 - Team No. 7
1:14:11 - Team No. 8
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These NBA Teams Are Confusing AF Dec 10, 2024

In the latest crossover extravaganza with The NBA Podcast, Dan and Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) discuss which NBA teams are confusing them the most this season. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
3:02 - Does NBA free agency/the trade deadline stink now?
9:11 - Atlanta Hawks
20:45 - Houston Rockets
30:39 - Chicago Bulls
45:08 - Los Angeles Clippers
54:25 - Orlando Magic
1:05:40 - Denver Nuggets
1:23:02 - Miami Heat
1:37:21 - Sacramento Kings
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2024-25 NBA Season Awards (December 2024) Dec 07, 2024

Dan and Grant run through their CURRENT picks to win every 2024-25 NBA season award at the quarter pole. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO/CRITERIA
3:51 - MVP
12:46 - All-NBA Teams
31:45 - Defensive Player of the Year
44:22 - All-Defense Teams
57:15 - Rookie of the Year
1:03:30 - All-Rookie Teams
1:10:47 - Most Improved Player
1:23:01 - Sixth Man of the Year
1:31:33 - Coach of the Year
1:42:54 - NOT Coach of the Year
1:48:09 - Executive of the Year
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Which NBA Players Have Improved The Most? Dec 05, 2024

Dan and Grant run through a list of 20-plus NBA players they believe have improved the most during the 2024-25 regular season. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:02 - Criteria/Approach
4:14 - Player No. 1
8:34 - Player No. 2
13:05 - Player No. 3
16:48 - Player No. 4
20:31 - Player No. 5
27:07 - Player No. 6
30:32 - Player No. 7
35:21 - Player No. 8
38:51 - Player No. 9
42:29 - Player No. 10
47:52 - Player No. 11
52:57 - Player No. 12
58:59 - Player No. 13
1:06:02 - Player No. 14
1:09:03 - Player No. 15
1:10:46 - Player No. 16
1:11:50 - Player No. 17
1:17:04 - Player No. 18
1:18:11 - Player No. 19
1:20:46 - Player No. 20
1:21:31 - Player No. 21
1:23:34 - Player No. 22
1:25:45 - Honorable mentions
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Kenny For Real Reacted To My NBA Trade Ideas... Dec 03, 2024

Dan reacts to Kenny For Real reacting to his '1 Trade Idea Every NBA Team Should Propose Right Now" article. It's reaction inception! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
3:16 - Atlanta Hawks
5:43 - Boston Celtics
6:36 - Brooklyn Nets
9:12 - Charlotte Hornets
11:13 - Chicago Bulls
13:27 - Cleveland Cavaliers
14:15 - Dallas Mavericks
16:46 - Denver Nuggets
20:59 - Detroit Pistons
23:04 - Golden State Warriors
28:32 - Houston Rockets
31:14 - Indiana Pacers
32:34 - Los Angeles Clippers
36:45 - Los Angeles Lakers
38:30 - Memphis Grizzlies
40:44 - Miami Heat
45:48 - Milwaukee Bucks
51:27 - Minnesota Timberwolves
52:06 - New Orleans Pelicans
55:23 - New York Knicks
57:27 - Oklahoma City Thunder
58:05 - Orlando Magic
58:59 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:02:02 - Phoenix Suns
1:03:41 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:06:50 - Sacramento Kings
1:07:32 - San Antonio Spurs
1:08:53 - Toronto Raptors
1:10:32 - Utah Jazz
1:12:08 - Washington Wizards
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Which NBA Player Would You Rather Have For The Next Five Years? Nov 30, 2024

Dan and Grant go through 40-plus sets(!) of NBA players and decide which one they would rather have for the NEXT FIVE YEARS. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:58 - Our approach
5:36 - Darius Garland vs. Tyrese Haliburton
9:32 - Herb Jones vs. Keegan Murray
12:30 Chet Holmgren vs. Evan Mobley
16:41 - Tyrese Maxey vs. Jared McCain
20:21 - Stephon Castle vs. Jared McCain
22:18 - Stephon Castle vs. Jeremy Sochan
23:25 - Scottie Barnes vs. Jalen Williams
25:54 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Jayson Tatum?
30:58 - LaMelo Ball vs. De'Aaron Fox
33:36 - LaMelo Ball vs. Paolo Banchero
35:40 - Paolo Banchero vs. Cade Cunningham
37:47 - Paolo Banchero vs. Chet Holmgren
41:16 - Joel Embiid vs. Zion Williamson
46:53 - Alperen Sengun vs. Alperen Sengun
48:03 - Kristaps Porzingis vs. Zion Williamson
50:22 - Jamal Murray vs. Zion Williamson
52:34 - Ben Simmons vs. Zion Williamson
53:59 - Joel Embiid vs. MYSTERY PLAYER!!!
55:27 - Moses Moody vs. Lindy Waters III
57:47 - Herb Jones vs. Jaden McDaniels
59:39 - Jalen Brunson vs. Tyrese Haliburton
1:01:52 - Scottie Barnes vs. Zion Williamson
1:05:23 - De'Aaron Fox vs. Tyrese Maxey
1:07:20 - Nikola Jokic vs. Victor Wembanyama
1:11:03 - Anthony Edwards vs. Victor Wembanyama
1:16:45 - Bam Adebayo vs. Lauri Markkanen
1:18:01 - Cade Cunningham vs. Shaedon Sharpe
1:18:45 - Deni Avdija vs. Bilal Coulibaly
1:20:27 - RJ Barrett vs. Jordan Poole
1:21:58 - Anthony Black vs. Jaden Ivey
1:24:28 - Brandon Ingram vs. Zach LaVine
1:27:06 - Brandin Podziemski vs. Jabari Smith Jr.
1:28:38 - Chet Holmgren vs. Jaren Jackson Jr.
1:31:20 - LaMelo Ball vs. Stephen Curry
1:32:32 - Damian Lillard vs. Trae Young
1:33:26 - Christian Braun vs. Josh Giddey
1:34:34 - Trayce Jackson-Davis vs. Yves Missi
1:35:41 - Mitchell Robinson vs. Robert Williams III
1:36:45 - Dorian Finney-Smith vs. Naji Marshall
1:38:03 - Dejounte Murray vs. Derrick White
1:39:14 - Tari Eason or Cooper Flagg
1:40:43 - Bennedict Mathurin vs. Collin Sexton
1:42:40 - Ty Jerome vs. Payton Pritchard
1:44:24 - Moussa Diabate vs. Jalen Smith
1:46:28 - Jaden Ivey vs. Amen Thompson
1:47:38 - Deuce McBride vs. Brandin Podziemski
1:48:49 - Jalen Johnson vs. Franz Wagner
1:51:03 - Caleb Martin vs. Cody Martin
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Which NBA Player Is The Better Ball-Handler...In NBA 2K25? Nov 28, 2024

Dan quizzes Grant on which NBA player has the better ball-handler rating in NBA 2K25. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:11 - GRANT IS NERVOUS PEOPLE
2:47 - Stephen Curry or Ja Morant?
3:30 - Luka Doncic or Trae Young?
4:20 - Jalen Brunson or Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?
4:54 - Devin Booker or Damian Lillard?
5:22 - Tyrese Haliburton or James Harden?
6:18 - Kevin Durant or Donovan Mitchell?
7:19 - Rob Dillingham or Jayson Tatum?
7:53 - Giannis Antetokounmpo or Anthony Edwards?
8:36 - LeBron James or D'Angelo Russell?
9:04 - DeMar DeRozan or Jaylen Brown?
10:15 - Stephen Curry or Kyrie Irving?
10:52 - Bam Adebayo or Nikola Jokic?
11:44 - Joel Embiid or Domantas Sabonis?
12:47 - Brandin Podziemski or Jalen Williams?
13:40 - Paolo Banchero or Franz Wagner?
14:39 - Anthony Davis or Karl-Anthony Towns?
15:16 - Chet Holmgren or Victor Wembanyama?
16:12 - Pascal Siakam or Zion Williamson?
16:43 - Jalen Green or Jordan Poole?
17:37 - Mikal Bridges or Draymond Green?
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2024-25 NBA Season Rookie Report Cards! Nov 26, 2024

Dan and Grant check in on some of the most important rookie of the 2024-25 NBA season and evaluate their performances so far with...grades! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:03 - Grading criteria
5:14 - Zaccharie Risacher
9:05 - Tidjane Salaun
11:18 - Matas Buzelis
14:21 - Ron Holland II
17:59 - Reed Sheppard
21:21 - Dalton Knecht
26:24 - Zach Edey
30:20 - Jaylen Wells
33:23 - Rob Dillingham
40:22 - Jared McCain
45:10 - Ryan Dunn
49:18 - Donovan Clingan
52:39 - Stephon Castle
57:41 - Bub Carrington
1:01:25 - Kyshawn George
1:04:44 - Alex Sarr
1:08:51 - Cody Williams
1:13:00 - Kyle Filipowski
1:15:34 - Jamal Shead, Tristan Da Silva, Ajay Mitchell, more
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Grading The Top NBA Players on New Teams Nov 23, 2024

Dan and Grant through some of the biggest new NBA additions from over the offseason and grade how things are panning out so far. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:02 - Our approach
3:42 - Dejounte Murray on the New Orleans Pelicans
5:19 - Isaiah Hartenstein the Oklahoma City Thunder
6:00 - Klay Thompson on the Dallas Mavericks
10:19 - Mikal Bridges on the New York Knicks
16:33 - Karl-Anthony on the Knicks
24:00 - Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo on the Minnesota Timberwolves
34:08 - DeMar DeRozan on the Sacramento Kings
39:56 - Alex Caruso on the Thunder
43:04 - Josh Giddey on the Chicago Bulls
48:44 - Kris Dunn and Derrick Jones on the Los Angeles Clippers
53:03 - Paul George, Not Cody Martin on the Philadelphia 76ers
1:04:42 - Lindy Waters III on the Golden State Warriors
1:05:20 - Buddy Hield, Kyle Anderson and De'Anthony Melton on the Warriors
1:11:54 - Kentavious Caldwell-Pope on the Orlando Magic
1:14:43 - Russell Westbrook on the Denver Nuggets
1:18:07 - Deni Avdija on the Portland Trail Blazers
1:21:32 - Dyson Daniels on the Atlanta Hawks
1:26:28 - Chris Paul on the San Antonio Spurs
1:28:18 - Tyus Jones on the Phoenix Suns
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Which NBA Teams Would Trade Cooper Flagg For Giannis Antetokounmpo? Nov 21, 2024

Dan talks with Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) about the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo and goes through which potential NBA draft lottery teams would consider trading Cooper Flagg for the two-time MVP. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:36 - The Bucks shouldn't trade Giannis Antetokounmpo...for now
7:43 - Who has the better Giannis trade package: The Thunder or Rockets?
11:09 - Are the Pelicans a sleeper Giannis destination?
14:03 - Can OKC trade for Giannis without including Jalen Williams?
17:28 - The Knicks?!?
18:59 - Would you trade Giannis for Cooper Flagg?
19:31 - What if the Pelicans win the No. 1 pick?
20:01 - Which lottery teams would trade Cooper Flagg for Giannis?
20:25 - Toronto Raptors
21:06 - San Antonio Spurs + Stephon Castle tangent
24:20 - Atlanta Hawks and Charlotte Hornets
25:27 - Detroit Pistons, Washington Wizards and Chicago Bulls
27:28 - Miami Heat
28:20 - Dallas Mavericks
29:17 - Philadelphia 76ers
29:54 - Utah Jazz
31:44 - Indiana Pacers
32:46 - Portland Trail Blazers
38:39 - Los Angeles Clippers ➡️ OKC Thunder
41:19 - Memphis Grizzlies
43:03 - Los Angeles Lakers
43:39 - Denver Nuggets
45:33 - Is Luka Doncic or Nikola Jokic a better teammate for Giannis?
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Are The Knicks Contenders? PLUS: NBA City Edition Jersey Grades Nov 19, 2024

Dan talks with Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) from Yahoo Sports, Forbes and The NBA podcast about the Knicks. Afterwards, they grade every 2024-25 NBA City Edition jersey. The YouTube version of these grades will drop Wednesday, November 20! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:03 - Let's talk about the OKC Thunder! (Jk, it's the Knicks)
1:54 - Impressions of the Knicks with Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns
13:07 - How can the Knicks reach the Boston Celtics level?
27:11 - Is Tom Thibodeau the right coach for this team?
37:10 - Grading 2024-25 NBA City Edition jerseys
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2024-25 NBA Season Fact Or Fiction Nov 16, 2024

Dan and Grant go through some early NBA season trends, developments and predictions and then play 'Fact or Fiction?' Topics include Nikola Jokic, the Golden State Warriors, Defensive Player of the Year, Darius Garland, Eastern Conference playoff teams, the future of the Miami Heat, trades, the Dallas Mavericks and more! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:51 - Our approach
3:21 - Tyler Herro and Norman Powell
11:47 - Jared McCain and Stephon Castle
18:59 - Nikola Jokic and the MVP race
29:40 - Darius Garland
33:52 - Golden State Warriors
51:32 - Victor Wembanyama and Draymond Green
1:01:15 - Miami Heat
1:08:34 - Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns
1:13:32 - Ben Simmons
1:21:19 - Houston Rockets
1:27:08 - Jabari Smith Jr. and Tari Eason
1:33:02 - Dallas Mavericks
1:38:23 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:43:52 - Los Angeles Clippers
1:48:41 - Distant first-round picks
1:52:16 - How many East playoff teams will have a losing record?
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THE BOUNCE AROUND: The NBA Has An Injury Problem Nov 14, 2024

Dan and Grant discuss the uptick in notable NBA injuries this season before breaking down the outlooks for the Oklahoma City Thunder without Chet Holmgren, the Phoenix Suns without Kevin Durant, the Indiana Pacers with a struggling Tyrese Haliburton and the Memphis Grizzlies without Ja Morant (and others). After that, they discuss the Zion Williamson dilemma for the New Orleans Pelicans. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:02 - It feels like there are more injuries...
2:53 - ...Because there are more injuries
23:52 - Chet Holmgren injury impact on OKC Thunder
32:21 - Should OKC make a trade?
40:56 - What are the Grizzlies?!
51:17 - Kevin Durant's importance to the Suns
1:00:16 - Are the Pacers in trouble?
1:12:27 - A brutally honest conversation about Zion Williamson
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2024-25 NBA Season 'Peace or Panic?!?' Nov 09, 2024

Dan and Grant play 'PEACE OR PANIC?!' with the NBA teams off to, let's say, some less-than-ideal starts. After that, they go through about 20 'PEACE OR PANIC?!' quick hits worth monitoring. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:02 - Criteria
3:26 - Milwaukee Bucks
16:36 - New Orleans Pelicans
27:37 - New York Knicks
40:35 - Orlando Magic
50:35 - Brooklyn Nets
52:09 - Denver Nuggets
59:38 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:06:33 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:13:14 - Miami Heat
1:21:30 - QUICK HITTERS: Chet Holmgren, Tyrese Haliburton, Reed Sheppard, Marcus Smart, Victor Wembanyama, Josh Giddey, MORE!
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THE BOUNCE AROUND: Cavs(?!), Wizards, Raptors, Jaden Ivey & Latest NBA News Nov 07, 2024

In this week's edition of THE BOUNCE AROUND, Dan and Grant discuss whether the Cleveland Cavaliers have a case to be the second-best team in the NBA, the state of the Washington Wizards and Toronto Raptors rebuilds, and the rise of Jaden Ivey for the Detroit Pistons. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:40 - Who is the second-best team in the NBA?
5:03 - Cavs?!?!?!?
10:24 - Darius Garland is peaking
14:40 - Donovan Mitchell appreciation
19:01 - Evan Mobley is evolving
25:34 - So, the second-best team is...
28:37 - State of the Wizards rebuild
30:06 - The rise of Bilal Coulibaly
35:29 - Kyshawn George impressions
37:52 - Thoughts on Alex Sarr
41:55 - Bub Carrington for Rookie of the Year?!
47:50 - Are the Wizards ahead of schedule?
52:02 - Are the Raptors the perfect kind of bad?
53:58 - RJ Barrett keeps improving
56:55 - Depth in Toronto???
58:22 - Gradey Dick is ascending
1:04:03 - Searching for Gradey comps
1:06:36 - Is Jaden Ivey figuring it out?
1:13:53 - Latest NBA news
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2024-25 NBA Rookie Extension Reactions (Finally!) Nov 05, 2024

Dan and Grant provide their long, overdue thoughts on every single rookie extension that was signed in advance of the 2024-25 NBA season. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
0:50 - How should we judge extensions?
3:54 - The max extensions: Cade Cunningham, Scottie barnes, Franz Wagner & Evan Mobley
8:07 - Jalen Johnson and the Atlanta Hawks
11:19 - Jalen Suggs and the Orlando Magic
14:57 - Trey Murphy and the New Orleans Pelicans
18:24 - Moses Moody and the Golden State Warriors
20:25 - Corey Kispert and the Washington Wizards
22:40 - Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets
27:39 - Jalen Green and the Rockets
33:04 - Quentin Grimes and the Dallas Mavericks
33:53 - Josh Giddey and the Chicago Bulls
36:14 - Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors
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2024-25 NBA Season Overreactions For All 30 Teams Nov 02, 2024

Dan and Grant go through early-season reactions for ALL 30 NBA teams. After that, we compiled our favorite SUBSCRIBE overreactions and offer our thoughts on each of them. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:08 - Atlanta Hawks
7:37 - Boston Celtics
9:48 - Brooklyn Nets
11:51 - Charlotte Hornets
22:29 - Chicago Bulls
28:51 - Cleveland Cavaliers
33:04 - Dallas Mavericks
38:01 - Denver Nuggets
46:29 - Detroit Pistons
48:55 - Golden State Warriors
52:00 - Houston Rockets
57:39 - Indiana Pacers
1:02:33 - Los Angeles Clippers
1:07:12 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:10:08 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:14:17 - Miami Heat
1:18:57 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:28:55 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:33:46 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:41:00 - New York Knicks
1:46:38 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:52:46 - Orlando Magic
1:57:32 - Philadelphia 76ers
2:00:02 - Phoenix Suns
2:06:40 - Portland Trail Blazers
2:12:13 - Sacramento Kings
2:17:23 - San Antonio Spurs
2:21:15 - Toronto Raptors
2:23:59 - Utah Jazz
2:27:30 - Washington Wizards
2:33:21 - SUBSCRIBE OVERREACTIONS
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Let's Talk About Giannis Antetokounmpo... Nov 01, 2024

BONUS POD. Dan digs into the "rumors" that Giannis Antetokounmpo could request a trade from the Milwaukee Bucks. He tackles the best fits, but before you get mad about potential trades, he closes with thoughts on Giannis' play and the Bucks' season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:00 - Giannis Antetokounmpo rumors
1:55 - Would the Bucks actually trade Giannis?
3:14 - Is Doc Rivers an x-factor here?
4:33 - Potential Giannis trade destinations: Miami Heat
5:28 - Brooklyn Nets
7:56 - New Orleans Pelicans
10:03 - Oklahoma City Thunder
13:31 - Houston Rockets
16:14 - Golden State Warriors
17:44 - Orlando Magic
18:20 - San Antonio Spurs
19:38 - Utah Jazz
20:36 - Bulls, Pistons, Mavs, Nuggets, Lakers
22:50 - Memphis Grizzlies
23:35 - Philadelphia 76ers?!?
24:45 - The Bucks are NOT doomed
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Breaking Down The Warriors, Knicks, Lakers and Latest NBA News Oct 31, 2024

In their first BOUNCE AROUND of the 2024-25 NBA regular season, Dan and Grant discuss what we've seen so far from the Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers. After that, they catch up on news and rumors from around the league. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:33 - Are the Warriors really THIS good?
9:05 - Buy or sell the Dubs' biggest standouts
15:28 - Uh, so, Jonathan Kuminga?
25:05 - Should the Knicks be concerned about Karl-Anthony Towns?
34:55 - Thoughts on New York's defense
42:39 - Was everybody wrong about the Lakers?
53:12 - Latest NBA news and rumors
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Every NBA Team's Biggest X-Factor This Season Oct 26, 2024

Dan and Grant go through their biggest x-factor for every NBA team this season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:51 - Criteria
5:53 - Atlanta Hawks
9:01 - Boston Celtics
11:42 - Brooklyn Nets
14:35 - Charlotte Hornets
17:39 - Chicago Bulls
20:22 - Cleveland Cavaliers
23:52 - Dallas Mavericks
28:59 - Denver Nuggets
32:54 - Detroit Pistons
37:06 - Golden State Warriors
45:09 - Houston Rockets
49:54 - Indiana Pacers
55:49 - Los Angeles Clippers
59:16 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:01:50 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:05:48 - Miami Heat
1:09:09 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:12:40 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:16:38 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:19:37 - New York Knicks
1:24:48 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:29:27 - Orlando Magic
1:34:25 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:37:31 - Phoenix Suns
1:40:20 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:45:40 - Sacramento Kings
1:49:21 - San Antonio Spurs
1:52:05 - Toronto Raptors
1:55:14 - Utah Jazz
1:58:46 - Washington Wizards
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Every NBA Team's Biggest Storyline This Season Oct 22, 2024

FOR THE TRUE SICKOS ALERT. Dan asked experts covering each NBA team for their biggest storyline this season and clipped ALL 30 answerS together for your enjoyment. Check out our individual lookaheads with local experts for EVERY TEAM HERE: TIMESTAMPS FOR THIS 3.5-HOUR EXTRAVAGANZA BELOW⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:00 - Atlanta Hawks
5:51 - Boston Celtics
8:16 - Brooklyn Nets
10:25 - Charlotte Hornets
17:59 - Chicago Bulls
19:29 - Cleveland Cavaliers
35:33 - Dallas Mavericks
40:40 - Denver Nuggets
43:18 - Detroit Pistons
49:46 - Golden State Warriors
1:02:09 - Houston Rockets
1:09:08 - Indiana Pacers
1:15:21 - Los Angeles Clippers
1:25:15 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:28:19 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:33:26 - Miami Heat
1:39:10 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:41:42 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:51:14 - New Orleans Pelicans
2:02:03 - New York Knicks
2:05:31 - Oklahoma City Thunder
2:18:17 - Orlando Magic
2:28:11 - Philadelphia 76ers
2:34:34 - Phoenix Suns
2:42:54 - Portland Trail Blazers
2:50:24 - Sacramento Kings
3:01:25 - San Antonio Spurs
3:08:11 - Toronto Raptors
3:13:49 - Utah Jazz
3:20:37 - Washington Wizards
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Utah Jazz 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Oct 21, 2024

Dan is joined by Tony Jones (@Tjonesonthenba) from The Athletic to discuss everything and anything about the 2024-25 Utah Jazz. SUPPORT TONY'S WORK BY SUBSCRIBING TO THE ATHLETIC HERE: https://theathletic.com/author/tony-jones/. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:11 - Takeaways from the past two seasons
7:14 - Will Hardy's coaching
11:19 - Are the Jazz determined to be bad for Cooper Flagg?
18:07 - Walker Kessler's place on the Jazz, continued development
22:44 - Year 2 expectations for Keyonte George
28:06 - Early impressions of Cody Williams and his NBA ceiling
35:35 - The long-term importance of Taylor Hendricks
41:55 - Lauri Markkanen's future in Utah, Will he initiate more offense?
47:57 - Impressions of Isaiah Collier, Kyle Filipowski, Johnny Juzang, Brice Sensabaugh
55:52 - The plan with Collin Sexton, Jordan Clarkson and John Collins
57:46 - Where can the Jazz improve the most?
1:01:12 - Top-10 rotation
1:02:59 - Best crunch-time unit, Funky lineups we want to see
1:06:32 - How many games will the Jazz win? Are they committed to tanking?
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Golden State Warriors 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Oct 20, 2024

Dan is joined by a very special guest to break down what to expect from the 2024-25 Golden State Warriors! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:11 - Grant's biggest storylines
5:31 - Continued development of Jonathan Kuminga
15:44 - Kuminga's future
17:34 - Moses Moody's role
20:10 - The next frontier(s) for Brandin Podziemski
24:20 - Figuring out the starting five
27:16 - How good is Trayce Jackson-Davis?
32:16 - Kyle Anderson's fit and role
35:20 - Buddy Hield's fit and role
37:06 - De'Anthony Melton's fit and role
40:14 - Will the Warriors keep shooting tons of threes?
42:44 - Can this team create defensive chaos?
44:21 - Realistic expectations for Andrew Wiggins
49:22 - Does Kevon Looney still have a place on this team?
50:15 - Impressions of Quinten Post
51:42 - Are the Warriors actually willing to make a blockbuster trade?
1:02:14 - Is Steve Kerr's seat getting warmer?!?
1:04:34 - Top 10 rotation
1:07:02 - Best crunch-time unit, Funky lineups we want to see
1:11:12 - How many games with the Warriors win? Where do they stack up in the West
1:15:01 - Could this be the year Stephen Curry declines?
1:17:36 - Would the Dubs consider making a smaller trade?
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Official 2024-25 NBA Season Award Predictions Oct 19, 2024

Dan and Grant offer their predictions for every major 2024-25 NBA season award. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:26 - MVP
37:54 - Defensive Player of the Year
57:56 - Rookie of the Year
1:08:59 - Most Improved Player
1:25:55 - Sixth Man of the Year
1:40:38 - Coach of the Year
1:54:24 - Executive of the Year
2:05:15 - Clutch Player of the Year
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Philadelphia 76ers 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Oct 18, 2024

Dan is joined by Kyle Neubeck (@KyleNeubeck) from PHLY Sports (@PHLY_Sports)/PHLY Sixers (@PHLY_Sixers) to discuss everything and anything about the 2024-25 Philadelphia 76ers. Support Kyle's work HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@PHLY_Sports. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:31 - The Paul George injury
3:59 - Joel Embiid's new reality
8:11 - Kyle's biggest storylines
11:45 - Embiid making adjustments for Tyrese Maxey
14:34 - Next steps for Maxey
18:49 - Breaking down Philly's defensive identity
27:43 - Figuring out the starting lineup
31:26 - Early impressions of Jared McCain, Adem Bona, Justin Edwards
36:18 - Kelly Oubre's fit next to the Big Three
40:22 - The Sixers aren't done wheeling and dealing
45:44 - Biggest roster needs
49:47 - Is Philly too small?
51:59 - The Boban Marjanovic anecdote you NEED
53:10 - Top-10 rotation
56:00 - Closing lineup, Funky lineups we want to see
1:01:53 - How many games will the Sixers win?
1:04:10 - Will the plan for Embiid change?
1:07:50 - It's a make or break year for Embiid
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1 Ambitious Trade Target For Every NBA Team (Reaction) Oct 17, 2024

Dan reacts to Andy Bailey's Bleacher Report list on one ambitious trade target for every NBA team entering the 2024-25 season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:45 - Atlanta Hawks
3:08 - Boston Celtics
4:24 - Brooklyn Nets
5:56 - Charlotte Hornets
7:18 - Chicago Bulls
8:10 - Cleveland Cavaliers
10:40 - Dallas Mavericks
11:29 - Denver Nuggets
13:08 - Detroit Pistons
14:46 - Golden State Warriors
17:06 - Houston Rockets
19:04 - Indiana Pacers
19:54 - Los Angeles Clippers
20:55 - Los Angeles Lakers
22:44 - Memphis Grizzlies
23:43 - Miami Heat
24:54 - Milwaukee Bucks
26:33 - Minnesota Timberwolves
27:39 - New Orleans Pelicans
28:38 - New York Knicks
30:36 - Oklahoma City Thunder
32:23 - Orlando Magic
33:31 - Philadelphia 76ers
34:39 - Phoenix Suns
35:55 - Portland Trail Blazers
37:26 - Sacramento Kings
38:34 - San Antonio Spurs
41:46 - Toronto Raptors
43:40 - Utah Jazz
46:41 - Washington Wizards
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New York Knicks 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Oct 12, 2024

Dan is joined by Andrew Claudio (@AndrewJClaudio_) from Knicks Film School (@KnickFilmSkool) to discuss the outlook for the 2024-25 New York Knicks and their quest to become a legitimate NBA title contender. SUBSCRIBE TO KNICKS FILM SCHOOL . SUPPORT THEIR PATREON. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
6:02 - Was the Karl-Anthony Towns trade a surprise?
15:58 - Mitchell Robinson’s fit post-KAT (and injury)
18:54 - GMAC’s biggest storylines
22:21 - Jalen Brunson is more important than ever
30:55 - Karl-Anthony Towns’ offensive fit
38:09 - Can the Knicks be a top-10 defense?
47:13 - Will Mitch and KAT play together?
49:15 - Do the Knicks have enough ball-handling and playmaking?, Roles for Tyler Kolek and Cam Payne
53:52 - Continued development for Deuce McBride
57:34 - Do the Knicks need another move?
1:00:49 - New York’s biggest need
1:02:00 - Top-10 rotation
1:04:55 - Best crunch-time lineup, funky lineups we want to see
1:12:02 - Win projections, biggest rivals in the East
1:15:23 - Is Tom Thibodeau on the hot seat?, Closing thoughts
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Toronto Raptors 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Oct 11, 2024

Dan is joined by Samson Folk (@samfolkk) from Raptors Republic (@raptorsrepublic) to talk about the 2024-25 Toronto Raptors season—as well as their long-term endgame. SUPPORT SAMSON'S WORK HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
1:56 - Offseason impressions
3:29 - Toronto’s overall direction
5:56 - Samson’s biggest storylines
11:19 - RJ’s continued development
15:40 - What is IQ’s ceiling?
27:53 - Are NBA teams changing how they defend?
30:49 - How will the Raptors defend?
33:06 - Jakob Poeltl’s importance to Toronto
40:04 - Toronto’s big man rotation
43:28 - The next evolution for Scottie Barnes
47:32 - Bigs who operate from the elbows49:38 - Continued development of Gradey Dick
56:39 - The future of Ochai Agbaji
1:00:43 - Thoughts on Ulrich Chomche, Davion Mitchell, Jamal Shead, Ja’Kobe Walters
1:15:15 - The strength of the starting five
1:17:29 - Top-10 rotation
1:19:48 - Best crunch-time unit, funky lineups we want to see
1:24:01 - How many games will Toronto win?
1:28:52 - Chris Boucher forever
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2024-25 NBA Season Win Predictions For All 30 Teams Oct 09, 2024

Dan and Grant predict the 2024-25 NBA regular season records and over/unders for ALL 30 teams. Be sure to join our Discord to sign up for this year's over/under competition! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
6:00 - Atlanta Hawks
10:03 - Boston Celtics
13:50 - Brooklyn Nets
16:43 - Charlotte Hornets
23:35 - Chicago Bulls
27:05 - Cleveland Cavaliers
30:31 - Dallas Mavericks
34:56 - Denver Nuggets
38:35 - Detroit Pistons
46:14 - Golden State Warriors
55:28 - Houston Rockets
1:00:27 - Indiana Pacers
1:04:28 - Los Angeles Clippers
1:10:45 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:16:51 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:22:12 - Miami Heat
1:26:17 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:31:34 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:37:31 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:41:52 - New York Knicks
1:48:20 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:56:45 - Orlando Magic
2:00:07 - Philadelphia 76ers
2:03:33 - Phoenix Suns
2:07:04 - Portland Trail Blazers
2:10:35 - Sacramento Kings
2:16:26 - San Antonio Spurs
2:21:43 - Toronto Raptors
2:26:44 - Utah Jazz
2:31:37 - Washington Wizards
2:37:33 - Eastern Conference standings predictions
2:39:20 - Western Conference standings predictions
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2024-25 NBA Season Hot Takes For All 30 Teams Oct 05, 2024

Dan and Grant offer 2024-25 NBA Season Hot Takes for EVERY team. And then, after that, they go through some subscribe hot takes! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO/Hot Take Criteria
5:26 - Atlanta Hawks
8:11 - Boston Celtics
11:11 - Brooklyn Nets
15:05 - Charlotte Hornets
17:09 - Chicago Bulls
22:41 - Cleveland Cavaliers
28:31 - Dallas Mavericks
31:23 - Denver Nuggets
35:22 - Detroit Pistons
39:13 - Golden State Warriors
44:30 - Houston Rockets
50:21 - Indiana Pacers
57:11 - Los Angeles Clippers
1:04:20 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:07:00 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:10:27 - Miami Heat
1:13:52 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:20:27 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:27:04 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:31:21 - New York Knicks
1:35:50 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:39:00 - Orlando Magic
1:45:38 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:48:52 - Phoenix Suns
1:54:19 - Portland Trail Blazers
2:02:36 - Sacramento Kings
2:07:03 - San Antonio Spurs
2:11:50 - Toronto Raptors
2:15:58 - Utah Jazz
2:22:56 - Washington Wizards
2:25:18 - HOT TAKE SUBMISSIONS
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Miami Heat 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Oct 03, 2024

Dan is joined by freelance NBA and Miami Heat podcaster fan Allana Tachauer (@AllanaTachauer) to talk about...the 2024-25 Miami Heat! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:31 - Takeaways from last season
5:28 - Impressions of the offseason
7:49 - The future of Jimmy Butler
13:32 - Bam Adebayo keeps improving…Will it continue?
16:52 - Can Tyler Herro still develop?
19:27 - Terry Rozier’s fit
20:55 - What is the next step for Jaime Jaquez Jr.?
25:19 - Is Duncan Robinson still important to Miami?
26:32 - Haywood Highsmith taking on more responsibility
28:32 - Expectations for Nikola Jovic in Year 3
30:52 - Early impressions of Kel’el Ware
33:38 - Early impressions of Pelle Larsson
34:55 - Can the Heat improve enough on offense?
37:34 - Miami wants to be counted out / Brace for trades?
40:28 - Biggest roster needs, The Top 10 rotation
44:46 - Best crunch-time lineup, Funky lineups we want to see
47:09 - Win total predictions
48:19 - Where do the Heat stack up in the Eastern Conference?
52:50 - Closing thoughts
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Atlanta Hawks 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Oct 01, 2024

Dan is joined by Lauren Williams (@WilliamsLaurenL) from The Atlanta Journal Constitution to break down the 2024-25 Atlanta Hawks. Find her work at the AJC here. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
5:04 - The Dejounte Murray trade
9:11 - How the draft impacted the offseason
12:58 - Is Trae Young more adaptable than advertised?
19:56 - Lauren’s biggest storylines
23:46 - The development plan for Zaccharie Risacher
31:45 - What will Dyson Daniels’ role be?
35:20 - Thoughts on Vit Krecji, Kobe Bufkin and Garrison Mathews
42:48 - Continued development of Jalen Johnson
50:29 - How will the big-man rotation shake out?
57:40 - How much better can Atlanta be defensively?
1:00:25 - Biggest roster needs
1:04:30 - Are we sleeping on the ceiling of Risacher?
1:09:18 - The top-10 rotation
1:11:07 - Go-to crunch-time lineup, Funky lineups we want to see
1:16:25 - Win totals, Where do the Hawks stand in the East
1:23:26 - Be on the lookout for Mouhamed Gueye?, Closing Thoughts
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Portland Trail Blazers 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 30, 2024

Dan is joined by Tara Bowen-Biggs (@tcbbiggs) from the We Have a Take podcast to talk about the 2024-25 Portland Trail Blazers. SUBSCRIBE TO WE HAVE A TAKE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
4:22 - Reflecting on last season
6:38 - The Deni Avdija trade
12:52 - Biggest storylines for this season, The future of Chauncey Billups
20:21 - What’s next for Scoot Henderson
23:46 - Continued development of Shaedon Sharpe
34:16 - Early impressions of Donovan Clingan
41:58 - The Deandre Ayton experience
45:32 - Will Portland play two bigs?
48:04 - Thoughts on Duop Reath, Jabari Walker, Toumani Camara, Dalano Banton, Rayan Rupert, Kris Murray
1:00:25 - Are the Blazers built to be good defensively? Will they get out in transition?
1:08:16 - Will Portland make trades this season?
1:14:41 - Biggest roster needs, The Top-10 Rotation
1:22:05 - Go-to crunch-time lineup, Funky lineups we want to see
1:26:46 - Win totals and THE ENDGAME
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The Timberwolves Traded Karl-Anthony Towns to the Knicks | Reaction Sep 28, 2024

Dan and Grant react to the Minnesota Timberwolves Trading Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Trade details
4:35 - Karl-Anthony Towns' fit on the Knicks, Concerns and Strengths, Impact on the future
22:48 - Julius Randle's and Donte DiVincenzo's fit in Minnesota, Impact on the future
36:26 - Who else could be in this trade?
37:59 - Answering YOUR questions
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Los Angeles Clippers 2023-24 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 27, 2024

Dan is joined by Justin Russo (@FlyByKnite), who covers the LA Clippers and NBA at large on Substack to discuss the 2024-25 Clippers. SUBSCRIBE TO JUSTIN'S SUBSTACK HERE: https://justinrusso.substack.com/. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:30 - Paul George’s exit
9:04 - The Kawhi Leonard injury
13:38 - Is James Harden still a superstar?
23:32 - Did the Clippers add enough athleticism and defensive disruption?
26:08 - The impact of Derrick Jones Jr. and Kris Dunn
30:55 - What does the secondary backcourt rotation look like?, Roles for Kevin Porter Jr. and Bones Hyland
37:55 -The importance of Norman Powell
40:07 - Is Ivica Zubac STILL underrated? How will the defense change?
48:28 - Is there a next frontier for Terance Mann?
54:38 - Biggest keys to the Clippers offense
56:15 - Secondary frontcourt rotation, Will Amir Coffey have a bigger role?
1:06:03 - How the Rockets factor into the Clippers’ season
1:08:21 - Are the Clippers more likely to trade for an upgrade or burn it down?
1:15:26 - The top-10 rotation, Who starts?
1:17:46 - Go-to crunch-time lineup
1:18:57 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:22:51 - Win total predictions, Where do the Clippers stack up in the West
1:30:17 - Early impressions of Jordan Miller
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Phoenix Suns 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 26, 2024

Dan is joined by Sam Cooper (@scooperhoops) and Mike Vigil (@protectedpick) from The Timeline Podcast(@TheTimelinePod) to break down the 2024-25 Phoenix Suns. SUPPORT THE TIMELINE PODCAST ON PATREON: https://t.co/0OCB8hH1Bx. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:27 - Frank Vogel’s exit
4:53 - Expected stylistic changes under Mike Budenholzer
7:18 - Breaking down the impact of Tyus Jones
10:29 - How does Jones affect the core lineups?
15:38 - The evolution of Grayson Allen
17:22 - The fit and future of Bradley Beal
21:35 - How important is Jusuf Nurkic to the Suns?
28:35 - What makes Devin Booker so polarizing?
37:30 - Kevin Durant’s defensive impact
38:37 - Can the Suns replicate their defensive success?
39:52 - Early impressions of Ryan Dunn
42:37 - Early impressions of Oso Ighodaro
44:45 - Ranking the importance of role players/Sam picks Bol Bol to win MVP
51:06 - Are the Suns flying under the radar?
51:56 - Biggest roster needs / trade targets
53:54 - Top 10 rotation
54:57 - Go-to crunch-time lineup
56:11 - Funky lineups we want to see
57:47 - Win totals, Where do the Suns stand in the West?
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Minnesota Timberwolves 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 25, 2024

Dan is joined by Kyle Theige (@KyleTheige) from The Dane Moore NBA Podcast and the Flagrant Howls Podcast to discuss the 2024-25 Minnesota Timberwolves and the high-stakes NBA regular season they're about to embark upon. SUBSCRIBE TO THE DANE MORE NBA PODCAST HERE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dane-moore-nba-podcast/id1399177286. And SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLAGRANT HOWLS PODCAST HERE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flagrant-howls-a-minnesota-timberwolves-podcast/id1065651304. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:00 - Biggest takeaways from last season
6:26 - Are we surprised the Wolves stayed together?
14:14 - Kyle’s biggest storyline (Expectations!)
16:42 - Breaking down the Rob Dillingham acquisition
21:15 - Juggling the development of Rob Dillingham with title contention
31:35 Continued development of Anthony Edwards
43:52 - The success of having three bigs
46:54 - How good is Naz Reid, really?
53:42 - Karl-Anthony Towns continues to grow
59:43 - Why is Rudy Gobert so polarizing?
1:06:19 - Can Jaden McDaniels make an offensive leap?
1:11:24 - Any chance of a Rudy Gobert extension?
1:15:44 - Roles of Terrance Shannon Jr. and Joe Ingles
1:18:06 - Will Nickeil Alexander-Walker’s role shrink?
1:20:25 - Dark horse rotation candidates, Building the top-10 rotation
1:23:13 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:24:43 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:26:11 - Record prediction
1:28:21 - Toughest matchups in the West
1:32:24 - The stakes have never been higher
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Dallas Mavericks 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 24, 2024

Dan is joined by Kirk Henderson (@KirkSeriousFace) from Mavs Moneyball and Pod Maverick to discuss the 2024-25 Dallas Mavericks outlook. SUBSCRIBE TO POD MAVERICK. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:00 - Last season’s Finals run
4:04 - Impressions of Dallas’ offseason
7:25 - Klay Thompson’s fit
12:32 - More Luka Doncic off the ball???
14:13 - Quentin Grimes’ role
15:42 - Development of Dereck Lively II
19:03 - The big man rotation
22:12 - P.J. Washington’s role
25:24 - Future of Jaden Hardy
29:25 - Dallas plays fast!
32:02 - Outlook on Olivier Maxence Prosper
34:55 - Coverage of the Mavs
39:11 - Biggest roster concerns
40:41 - Top-10 rotation
43:42 - Best crunch-time lineups
45:56 - Funky lineups we want to see
47:48 - Win totals, Most intriguing matchups in the West
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Boston Celtics 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 23, 2024

Dan is joined by Bobby Manning (@RealBobManning) from CLNS Media and The Garden Report podcast for a deep dive into the REIGNING CHAMPION Boston Celtics. Support Bobby's GREAT work by following his written stuff for CLNS here. And also subscribe to The Garden Report podcast here. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:16 - The Celtics parade (Bobby was in it!)
8:09 - What stood out about the 2023-24 Celtics
10:30 - Why are people conditioned to doubt this Boston team?
16:32 - The Celtics are SPENDING
18:44 - Impact of Kristaps Porzingis injury
21:09 - Backup big rotation
23:53 - Why is Jayson Tatum so polarizing?
31:25 - Jaylen Brown continues to develop
36:43 - Defense, defense, defense + Title path
43:17 - Early impressions of Baylor Scheierman
45:26 - Biggest threats to Boston in the East
55:00 - Losing Charles Lee
57:13 - Biggest roster concerns
58:30 - Top-10 rotation
59:11 - Best crunch-time lineup
59:28 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:00:37 - Win totals, Are the Celtics still in a tier all their own?
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Can You Guess The NBA Player's All-Time Starting 5? Sep 21, 2024

Dan challenges Grant to guess the All-Time Starting Fives of NBA superstars, both past and present. Three strikes will be allowed for each player. Can you beat Grant's score???? TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:03 - Anthony Edwards All-Time Starting 5
2:39 - Devin Booker All-Time Starting 5
3:31 - Dwyane Wade All-time Starting 5
4:58 - Giannis Antetokounmpo All-Time Starting 5
5:59 - Jayson Tatum All-Time Starting 5
7:04 - Kevin Durant All-Time Starting 5
8:10 - Kobe Bryant All-Time Starting 5
9:19 - Kyrie Irving All-Time Starting 5
10:30 - LeBron James All-Time Starting 5
11:33 - Michael Jordan All-Time Starting 5
12:35 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander All-Time Starting 5
13:47 - Stephen Curry All-Time Starting 5
14:40 - LaMelo Ball All-Time Starting 5
15:39 - Victor Wembanyama All-Time Starting 5
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Oklahoma City Thunder 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 20, 2024

Dan is joined by two of the co-hosts from The Uncontested Podcast (@The_Uncontested): Jacob Kniffen (@JacobKniffen) and Tayler Petersen (Tayler_P15) to talk about the 2024-25 Oklahoma City Thunder. SUBSCRIBE TO THE UNCONTESTED PODCAST HERE: https://t.co/qBiNELJolG. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
3:50 - Biggest takeaways from last season
8:20 - What’s the next step(s) for Chet Holmgren?
15:19 - How much will the Big Three progress?
21:06 - The continued development of Jalen Williams
27:52 - Impact of adding Isaiah Hartenstein
35:49 - Is Alex Caruso a perfect fit?
44:37 - Does Oklahoma City have enough shot creation/playmaking?
47:53 - Factors behind the offense’s half-court improvement
50:24 - So, um, does Shai Gilgeous-Alexander have another level?
52:45 - Long-term outlook of Cason Wallace
55:04 - How will the backcourt rotation shake out?
57:58 - Early impressions of Nikola Topic
1:01:44 - Early impressions of Dillon Jones
1:04:31 - Early impressions of Ajay Mitchell
1:06:31 - Time to sell our Ousmane Dieng stock?
1:08:57 - “Aaron Wiggins is the most overrated player in the NBA.” -Jacob Kniffen
1:12:20 - Anything about the Thunder flying under the radar?
1:13:11 - Top-10 rotation
1:15:38 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:18:36 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:21:23 - How many games will OKC win?, The Western Conference landscape
1:31:09 - Closing thoughts on the Chet Holmgren-Isaiah Hartenstein frontcourt
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Milwaukee Bucks 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 19, 2024

Dan is joined by Ti Windisch (@TiWindisch) of the Gyro Step Podcast ( @WatchGSPN ) to break down everything about the 2024-25 Milwaukee Bucks. SUBSCRIBE TO THE GYRO STEP PODCAST. Also subscribe to their Substack. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
3:24 - Takeaways from last season
6:04 - New additions
12:01 - Ti’s biggest storyline (Three-star fit)
14:34 - Dame and Giannis two-man game
17:18 - Damian Lillard’s overall fit
21:56 - Evolution of Giannis Antetokounmpo
26:17 - Brook Lopez (edit freeze frame)
33:05 - Khris Middleton’s health
36:22 - Outlooks for MarJon Beauchamp, AJ Green, Andre Jackson Jr., Chris Livington, Tyler Smith, AJ Johnson
47:49 - Are the Bucks juggling two timelines?
50:20 - Biggest roster needs
52:30 - Is Khris Middleton being underestimated on a national level?
56:24 - The Top-10 rotation
59:02 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:01:39 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:03:03 - Win totals, Where do the Bucks rank in the Eastern Conference?
1:12:02 - Gary Trent Jr.’s role and closing thoughts
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Indiana Pacers 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 18, 2024

Dan is joined by Caitlin Cooper (@C2_Cooper), THE GOAT HERSELF, from 'BASKETBALL, SHE WROTE' to discuss the 2024-25 Indiana Pacers. SUBSCRIBE TO 'BASKETBALL, SHE WROTE' ON PATREON RIGHT THE HELL NOW: https://www.patreon.com/basketballshewrote/posts. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:12 - Indiana’s direction
5:54 - Impressions of the Pacers offseason, Obi Toppin talk!
9:332 - Caitlin’s biggest storyline for Indiana (Defense!)
15:45 - Why the half-court offense improved
18:33 - The Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam partnership
21:10 - How should the Pacers use Siakam on defense?
27:26 - More development from Haliburton?
32:30 - The value of Andrew Nembhard, Will his usage change?
39:12 - What does the future hold for Bennedict Mathurin?
46:11 - The role and value of Ben Sheppard
49:24 - The development of Jarace Walker
56:17 - Early impressions of Johnny Furphy
57:44 - Breaking down the frontcourt rotation
59:29 - Team chemistry, defensive rebounding and Myles Turner’s future
1:08:49 - Top-10 rotation
1:09:52 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:11:11 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:13:45 - Win totals, Where do the Pacers rank in the East?
1:18:49 - Should we expect the Pacers to make another significant trade?
1:21:46 - Can James Wiseman actually help????
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San Antonio Spurs 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 17, 2024

Dan is joined by Noah Magaro-George (@N_Magaro) from The Vic-And-Roll Substack to discuss the 2024-25 San Antonio Spurs and, of course, superstar cornerstone Sandro Mamukelashvili. Oh, and Victor Wembanyama, too. Subscribe to The Vic-And-Roll on Substack. And follow Noah on YouTube. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
1:57 - San Antonio’s direction
9:56 - Development of Devin Vassell
16:58 - Is Victor Webmanyama god?
26:29 - Was Stephon Castle the right pick?
34:48 - Future of Jeremy Sochan
40:43 - Future of Keldon Johnson
46:15 - Chris Paul’s role
48:05 - Secondary young guys
52:58 - The big man rotation
57:14 - Under the radar strengths
1:00:01 - Biggest roster needs
1:02:51 - Top-10 rotation
1:05:06 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:06:12 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:08:17 - Win totals, Where do the Spurs rank in the West?
1:11:49 - Harrison Barnes’ value
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Los Angeles Lakers 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 16, 2024

Dan is joined by Jabari Ali Davis (@JabariADavis) from the Mad Boosties podcast to discuss everything and anything related to the 2024-25 Los Angeles Lakers. SUBSCRIBE TO MAD BOOSTIES HERE: https://t.co/k0fdAI2AMD. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:12 - Darvin Ham’s exit
6:21 - Playing style under JJ Redick
13:24 - Why did the Lakers stand pat?
22:08 - Jabari’s biggest storyline of the season
25:13 - Offense vs. Defense
27:26 - Impact of Jarred Vanderbilt and Gabe Vincent
30:33 - Anthony Davis as an offensive hub
37:46 - Will Max Christie have a breakout season?
45:48 - Early impressions of Bronny James
50:22 - Can Austin Reaves get noticeably better?
53:44 - Early impressions of Dalton Knecht
56:27 - Is Rui Hachimura underrated?
58:42 - Are we underestimating the Lakers’ flexibility?
1:00:33 - Biggest roster needs
1:02:20 - Top-10 rotation
1:04:08 - Best crunch-time lineup, Funky lineups, win totals
1:10:19 - Sneaky trade targets for the Lakers
1:16:54 - Closing thoughts on this coming season
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Which NBA Teams Still Have Moves To Make? Sep 14, 2024

Dan and Grant exit their lookahead bunker to discuss which NBA teams still seem to have unfinished business ahead of the 2024-25 regular season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:32 - Team No. 1
7:20 - Team No. 2
11:26 - Team No. 3
17:02 - Team No. 4
21:45 - Team No. 5
28:30 - Team No. 6
34:55 - Team No. 7
40:38 - Team No. 8
42:13 - Team No. 9
43:20 - Team No. 10
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Sacarmento Kings 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 13, 2024

Dan is joined by Greg Wissinger (@gwiss) from The Kings Herald (@thekingsherald) to discuss everything about the 2024-25 Sacramento Kings. Support The Kings Herald here: https://kingsherald.com/. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:41 - What went wrong last season?
4:34 - DeMar DeRozan’s fit
15:38 - Malik Monk’s return/role
18:11 - Keegan Murray’s leap
23:39 - The emergence of Keon Ellis
27:41 - Sacramento’s defensive ceiling
29:38 - Future of Kevin Huerter
33:02 - Early impressions of Devin Carter
37:17 - Why is Domantas Sabonis so polarizing?
40:42 - Will the Kings make a trade?
43:28 - The defense of Ellis and Murray
44:49 - Biggest concern
47:28 - Top 10 rotation
48:21 - Best crunch-time lineup
50:25 - Funky lineups we want to see
51:14 - Win predictions
56:29 - Closing thoughts on Domantas Sabonis and De’Aaron Fox
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Houston Rockets 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 12, 2024

Dan is joined by Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) from Red Nation Hoops to break down everything about the 2024-25 Houston Rockets. Subscribe to Red Nation Hoops. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - Intro
2:05 - Rockets direction
3:39 - Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun extensions
10:23 - Amen Thompson’s upside
17:21 - Will Reed Sheppard play?
22:46 - Development of Jabari Smith Jr.
30:45 - Prospect ranking
45:53 - Will Houston improve on offense?
48:24 - Can the Rockets dominate on defense?
52:31 - Alperen Sengun-Amen Thompson fit
57:23 - Assets, assets, assets
1:15:20 - Top 10 rotation
1:19:27 - Best crunch-time unit
1:21:32 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:22:49 - Win/standings predictions
1:25:27 - Closing thoughts
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Orlando Magic 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 11, 2024

Dan is joined by Fawzan Amer (@FAmer__) of The Sixth Man Show to discuss everything and anything about the 2024-25 Orlando Magic. Follow Fawzan Here: https://x.com/FAmer__. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:38 - Kentavious Caldwell-Pope’s fit, Impressions of the offseason
6:46 - Fawzan’s biggest storyline (Anthony Black!)
16:39 - Any concern for Franz Wagner?
24:22 - Development of Jalen Suggs
29:17 - Is Paolo Banchero That Dude?
40:21 - Roles for Jett Howard, Tristan Da Silva
43:52 - Can the Magic play faster?
46:25 - Orlando’s three-point volume
47:52 - Future of Wendell Carter Jr.
51:35 - Big-man rotation
54:48 - Jonathan Isaac, Cole Anthony
56:30 - Underrated strengths of the roster
57:31 - Biggest roster needs
59:18 - Will the Magic make a trade?
1:06:40 - Top-10 rotation
1:10:30 - Best crunch-time unit
1:12:45 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:15:36 - Record predictions, Where do the Magic stack up in the East?
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Cleveland Cavaliers 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 10, 2024

Dan is joined by Justin Rowan (@Cavsanada) from The Chase Down Podcast (@ChaseDownPod) to discuss everything you need to know about the 2024-25 Cleveland Cavaliers. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHASEDOWN PODCAST. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:46 - Surprise! Everyone’s back
7:20 - Moving on from J.B. Bickerstaff
9:22 - How will the Cavs play under Kenny Atkinson?
13:50 - Is Donovan Mitchell a top-10 player?
18:40 - Expectations for the development of Evan Mobley
34:47 - Any concerns about Darius Garland moving forward?
39:01 - Breaking down the Isaac Okoro situation
45:07 - Impact of Max Strus
48:05 - The future of Caris LeVert
50:26 - How important is Dean Wade to this team?
53:13 - Will Sam Merrill have a role?
54:00 - Ty Jerome = X-factor????
55:49 - The future of Craig Porter Jr.
56:59 - Time to upgrade from Georges Niang?
58:52 - Early impressions and expectations for Jaylon Tyson
1:04:12 - Biggest roster needs
1:05:56 - Top-10 rotation
1:06:48 - Best crunch-time unit
1:07:55 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:09:55 - Win projections, How do the Cavs stack up in the Eastern Conference?
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Denver Nuggets 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 09, 2024

Dan is joined by Adam Mares (@Adam_Mares) from DNVR Sports and Locked On Nuggets to discuss everything and anything about the REIGNING CHAMPION DENVER NUGGETS ahead of the 2024-25 NBA season. SUPPORT THE GREAT WORK DNVR DOES HERE: https://thednvr.com/diehard/. SUBSCRIBE TO THE DNVR NUGGETS PODCAST HERE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dnvr-denver-nuggets-podcast/id1070099369. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:49 - Kentavious Caldwell-Pope’s exit
4:18 - Jamal Murray extension/value
7:54 - The future of Aaron Gordon
10:51 - Adam’s biggest storyline
13:33 - Michael Malone’s relationship with Calvin Booth
20:14 - How will Russell Westbrook fit?
24:44 - The Dario Saric fit
28:59 - Can Christian Braun make a leap?
32:42 - Continued development of Peyton Watson
35:37 - The role of Julian Strawther
38:33 - Does Michael Porter Jr. have another level?
42:13 - Thoughts on Jalen Pickett, DaRon Holmes II, Hunter Tyson
45:48 - Is too much on Nikola Jokic’s shoulders?
48:27 - Under-the-radar
50:03 - Biggest roster needs
50:26 - Top-10 rotation
52:46 - Best crunch-time unit
57:29- - Funky lineups we want to see
58:38 - Win totals, toughest matchups
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2024 NBA Offseason Grades: The Western Conference Sep 05, 2024

Dan and Grant deliver their 2024 NBA offseason grades for every team in the Western Conference. Check out our Eastern Conference grades. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:56 - Grading criteria
5:05 - Dallas Mavericks
17:30 - Houston Rockets
31:12 - Memphis Grizzlies
40:40 - New Orleans Pelicans
53:37 - San Antonio Spurs
1:04:09 - Denver Nuggets
1:16:23 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:28:48 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:37:47 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:47:58 - Utah Jazz
1:59:37 - Golden State Warriors
2:14:35 - Los Angeles Clippers
2:23:08 - Los Angeles Lakers
2:34:18 - Phoenix Suns
2:46:34 - Sacramento Kings
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Brooklyn Nets 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 04, 2024

Dan is joined by Lucas Kaplan (@LucasKaplan_) from Nets Daily and Swish Theory to discuss the 2024-25 Brooklyn Nets. FOLLOW LUCAS' COVERAGE OF BOTH THE BROOKLYN NETS AND NY LIBERTY HERE: https://www.sbnation.com/users/Lucas%20Kaplan. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
11:59 - The future of Cam Thomas
19:09 - Trades coming?
24:04 - The value of Nic Claxton
30:06 - Development of Noah Clowney
36:42 - Jalen Wilson’s role
38:35 Dariq Whitehead concern
42:26 - Trendon Watford breakout?
46:46 - Continued development of Day’Ron Sharpe
50:05 - Keon Johnson vs. Ziaire Williams
53:33 - Can Ben Simmons contribute?
58:06 - Cam Johnson’s value
1:03:27 - Roster strengths/weaknesses
1:05:21 - Top-10 rotation
1:08:34 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:09:52 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:11:48 - Predictions! / The Cooper Flagg Sweepstakes
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Memphis Grizzlies 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 03, 2024

Dan and Grant are joined by Keith Parish from the Fastbreak Breakfast (@fastbreakbreak)and Grits and Grinds(@grizzliespod) podcasts to discuss—YOU GUESSED IT—the 2024-25 Memphis Grizzlies. SUBSCRIBE TO FASTBREAK BREAKFAST and GRITS AND GRINDS. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:19 - Impressions of the Grizzlies offseason
9:05 - Keith’s biggest storyline (Ja Morant!)
14:12 - Continued development from Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr.
18:05 - The fit of Marcus Smart
24:39 - Impact of Zach Edey
31:21 - Frontcourt rotation
34:48 - Development of GG Jackson
38:59 - Future of Vince Williams Jr.
46:06 - GG Jackson vs Vince Williams Jr.
47:54 - Offensive identity
51:16 - Under-the-radar strengths
52:58 - Biggest concerns
1:01:46 - Top-10 rotation
1:03:32 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:04:46 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:07:32 - Predictions
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New Orleans Pelicans 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Sep 02, 2024

Dan is joined by Shamit (@FearTheBrown) from the In The N.O. podcast and the In The N.O. Substack to for a deeeeep dive into the 2024-25 New Orleans Pelicans and the stakes they're facing heading into this NBA regular season. JOIN THE IN THE N.O. SUBSTACK. SUBSCRIBE TO THE IN THE N.O. PODCAST. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
1:51 - Takeaways from last season
2:40 - Future of Brandon Ingram
13:31 - Fit of Dejounte Murray
21:53 - Who starts?
24:01 - More Zion-at-the-5?
25:53 - Is Zion Williamson still developing?
29:15 - Value of Trey Murphy
36:18 - Continued development from Herb Jones
38:17 - The center rotation/Center trade targets
45:31 - New Orleans’ defensive success
50:08 - Future of Jordan Hawkins
51:31 - Willie Green on the hot seat?
54:31 - Top 10 rotation
55:08 - Best crunch-time unit
55:34 Funky lineups we want to see
57:20 - Pelicans place in the West
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2024 NBA Offseason Grades: The Eastern Conference Aug 29, 2024

Dan and Grant grade the 2024 NBA offseason for EVERY team in the Eastern Conference! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:49 - Grading Criteria
9:07 - Atlanta Hawks
23:02 - Charlotte Hornets
31:41 - Miami Heat
42:05 - Orlando Magic
55:38 - Washington Wizards
1:07:48 - Boston Celtics
1:14:25 - Brooklyn Nets
1:23:42 - New York Knicks
1:36:11 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:42:46 - Toronto Raptors
1:53:42 - Chicago Bulls
2:02:17 - Cleveland Cavaliers
2:11:29 - Detroit Pistons
2:21:22 - Indiana Pacers
2:30:22 - Milwaukee Bucks
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Detroit Pistons 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Aug 27, 2024

Dan is joined by Lazarus Jackson (@lazchance) from Detroit Bad Boys to break down the 2024-25 Detroit Pistons. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:57 - Detroit’s direction
5:34 - JB Bickerstaff hire
10:07 - Did they make good use of cap space?
15:01 - Development of Cade Cunningham
21:32 - The challenge of development
24:02 - Can Jaden Ivey fit with Cade?
31:02 - Ausar Thompson’s role
38:28 - What’s going on with Jalen Duren?
45:44 - Ron Holland’s fit
50:08 - Big man rotation
52:52 - Future of Marcus Sasser / Backup point guard rotation
56:30 - Top-10 rotation
58:50 - Best crunch-time lineup
59:38 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:02:15 - How many wins?
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Chicago Bulls 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Aug 26, 2024

Dan is joined by Jason Patt (@Bulls_Jay) from the Cash Considerations podcast to discuss everything and anything about the 2024-25 Chicago Bulls. SUBSCRIBE TO CASH CONSIDERATIONS. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:24 - Chicago’s direction
8:09 - Jay’s Biggest Storyline (Are the Bulls bad enough?)
9:35 - Zach LaVine’s trade value
16:58 - Future of Nikola Vucevic
23:39 - Josh Giddey’s fit
30:28 - Development of Coby White
33:05 - Development of Ayo Dosunmu, Trade questions
39:18 - Early impressions of Matas Buzelis
45:34 - Can Patrick Williams make the leap?
49:41 - Will Lonzo Ball play?
52:23 - The defense
54:59 - Can the Bulls be fun?
58:01 - Top 10 rotation
1:00:18 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:02:17 - Funky lineups we want to see
1:04:07 - Win predictions
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Re-Grading The 2023 NBA Offseason For Every Eastern Conference Team Aug 23, 2024

Dan and Grant go back and re-grade the 2023 NBA offseason for every team in the Eastern Conference! Check out our Western Conference re-grades here. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO / Grading Criteria
4:31 - Atlanta Hawks
10:02 - Charlotte Hornets
19:28 - Miami Heat
25:52 - Orlando Magic
31:53 - Washington Wizards
37:52 - Boston Celtics
43:38 - Brooklyn Nets
46:51 - New York Knicks
52:56 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:01:07 - Toronto Raptors
1:08:58 - Chicago Bulls
1:14:39 - Cleveland Cavaliers
1:18:53 - Detroit Pistons
1:24:42 - Indiana Pacers
1:28:26 - Milwaukee Bucks
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Charlotte Hornets 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Aug 21, 2024

Dan is joined by Konata Edwards (@NataTheScribe) from CBS Sports to discuss everything and anything about the 2024-25 Charlotte Hornets. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - Intro
2:50 - Charlotte’s direction
9:28 - How will they play under Charles Lee?
13:29 - What’s next for LaMelo Ball?
21:04 - The development of Brandon Miller
28:26 - Mark Williams breakout?
31:51 - Future of Miles Bridges
35:20 - Tidjane Salaun breakdown
40:33 - Will Josh Green work?
43:26 - Charlotte’s sneaky depth
46:33 - Do the Hornets want to be good?
52:59 - Top-10 rotation
55:07 - Best crunch-time unit
55:58 - Lineups we want to see
57:54 More Brandon Miller!
1:00:28 - How many games will the Hornets win?
1:02:40 - New dawn in Charlotte
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Time Capsule: 2023 Eastern Conference Offseason Grades Aug 20, 2024

Enjoy this look back at Dan and Grant grading the 2023 NBA offseason for every team in the Eastern Conference. Our re-grades are coming this week! Check out our Western Conference re-grades here. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:08 - Atlanta Hawks
7:31 - Charlotte Hornets
14:10 - Miami Heat
20:25 - Orlando Magic
26:28 - Washington Wizards
34:19 - Boston Celtics
43:31 - Brooklyn Nets
47:47 - New York Knicks
1:00:51 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:08:37 - Toronto Raptors
1:15:27 - Chicago Bulls
1:21:32 - Cleveland Cavaliers
1:25:52 - Detroit Pistons
1:31:06 - Indiana Pacers
1:38:05 - Milwaukee Bucks
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Washington Wizards 2024-25 NBA Season Lookahead Aug 19, 2024

Dan is joined by Matt Modderno (@MattModderno) from the Bleav in Wizards podcast (@BleavinWizards) to discuss the 2024-25 Washington Wizards. SUBSCRIBE TO THE BLEAV IN WIZARDS pod here: https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-wizards/. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
2:13 - Wizards direction
6:54 - Brian Keefe retention
9:43 - Matt’s biggest storyline (Capture the Flagg!)
12:59 - Value of Bub Carrington
19:42 - Figuring out Alex Sarr
27:09 - Development of Bilal Coulibaly
33:24 - Role for Kyshawn George?
35:31 - Future of Cory Kispert
38:19 - The theory of Jordan Poole
42:44 - Kyle Kuzma, Jonas Valanciunas, Malcolm Brogdon
50:59 - Top-10 rotation
52:50 - Best crunch-time unit
53:44 - Fun lineups we want to see
54:41 - Hidden strengths
56:56 - How many games will they win?
59:28 - Closing thoughts
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Re-Grading The 2023 NBA Offseason for Every Western Conference Team Aug 16, 2024

Dan and Grant go back and re-grade the 2023 NBA offseason for every team in the Western Conference! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
3:59 - Denver Nuggets
8:23 - Minnesota Timberwolves
11:57 - Oklahoma City Thunder
18:25 - Portland Trail Blazers
28:01 - Utah Jazz
34:39 - Golden State Warriors
43:52 - Los Angeles Clippers
51:01 - Los Angeles Lakers
56:27 - Phoenix Suns
1:03:12 - Sacramento Kings
1:09:57 - Dallas Mavericks
1:16:14 - Houston Rockets
1:20:09 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:24:09 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:26:48 - San Antonio Spurs
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Time Capsule: 2023 Western Conference Offseason Grades Aug 14, 2024

Here's a reposting of Dan and Grant grading every Western Conference's 2023 offseason, with an announcement at the beginning. Please note that these were recorded before moves like the James Harden trade. Be on the lookout for our NBA Western Conference offseason regrades, dropping Friday, August 16! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO/ANNOUNCEMENT
4:37 - Denver Nuggets
15:53 - Minnesota Timberwolves
25:49 - Oklahoma City Thunder
34:10 - Portland Trail Blazers
42:10 - Utah Jazz
49:33 - Golden State Warriors
58:26 - Los Angeles Clippers
1:05:19 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:12:00 - Phoenix Suns
1:18:54 - Sacramento Kings
1:32:04 - Dallas Mavericks
1:39:27 - Houston Rockets
1:51:12 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:58:19 - New Orleans Pelicans
2:09:06 - San Antonio Spurs
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Tatum Tots And 7Up In The Hauser Tillman Says Otherwise Aug 12, 2024

Dan and Grant play 'Better or Worse?" with every NBA team in the Eastern Conference. In this case, "better" means having more wins than last season. And "worse" means, well, you know...LOL. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO, Criteria
2:26 - Atlanta Hawks
9:11 - Brooklyn Nets
12:04 - Orlando Magic
16:57 - Chicago Bulls
21:33 - Milwaukee Bucks
25:17 - Miami Heat
29:12 - Detroit Pistons
32:32 - Charlotte Hornets
36:01 - Toronto Raptors
40:26 - Boston Celtics
43:50 - Cleveland Cavaliers
48:04 - New York Knicks
53:14 - Washington Wizards
58:25 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:02:19 - Indiana Pacers
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Drafting NBA Players into Different Olympic Sports (Without Ozempic!) Aug 09, 2024

Because Dan and Grant know this is the type of content you need, they have decided to draft NBA players into different Olympic sports. (Summer events only.) Let us know what you think and who you would pick! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO, Criteria
1:57 - Fencing
3:49 - Water Polo
5:18 - 100 Meter Dash
8:09 - Swimming
9:41 - Gymnastics
10:57 - Shot put
11:53 - Rugby
12:47 - Archery
13:59 - Equestrian
16:36 - Speed walking
17:57 - Boxing
20:06 - Badminton
21:32 - Table Tennis
24:54 - Team handball
25:43 - Volleyball
28:51 - Pole vault
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This Is A HUGHES Deal Aug 07, 2024

Grant is so BACK. To celebrate his return, he and Dan go through every NBA Western Conference team and decide whether they will win more or fewer games in 2024-25 than they did last season. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO, GRANT IS BACK!, STORY TIME
6:24 - Criteria
7:20 - Phoenix Suns
13:46 - Portland Trail Blazers
19:42 - Sacramento Kings
27:13 - New Orleans Pelicans
33:53 - Memphis Grizzlies
36:10 - San Antonio Spurs
40:25 - Houston Rockets
45:55 - Los Angeles Lakers
52:04 - Los Angeles Clippers
55:56 - Golden State Warriors
1:03:14 - Dallas Mavericks
1:07:38 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:16:12 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:20:59 - Utah Jazz
1:36:50 - Denver Nuggets
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Keep Your Zion The Prize Aug 05, 2024

Dan is joined by Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from Bleacher Report, Forbes and Liberty Ballers to discuss the Brandon Ingram situation with the New Orleans Pelicans, the ceiling of Victor Wembanyama next season and potential moves the Philadelphia 76ers still have left in them. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:49 - What will the New Orleans Pelicans do with Zion Williamson
8:40 - Do the Sixers have another biggish move left in them?
27:04 - Where will Victor Wembanyama rank among top NBA stars next season?
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Maxeymum Teamwork Is All You Embiid Aug 04, 2024

In this week's bonus pod, Dan reacts to Daryl Morey's comments about how integral Tyrese Maxey and his agent, Rich Paul, were to positioning the Philadelphia 76ers to have a MASSIVE summer. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:16 - Daryl Morey speaks!
2:52 - Yes, Tyrese Maxey made a big concession
4:10 - The importance of NOT extending Tyrese Maxey
9:47 - Why didn't other teams make 2020 draft class members wait?
12:59 - When should team use restricted free agency to their advantage?
15:20 - How Rich Paul convinced Tyrese Maxey to wait on an extension
25:55 - Will other teams like the Houston Rockets follow the Sixers' lead?
31:40 - So did Rich Paul and Tyrese Maxey *really* save the Sixers' summer?
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Over The Bridges And Through Donte's Peak, To The Hart Of Title Contention We Go Aug 02, 2024

Dan is joined by Andrew Claudio (@AndrewJClaudio_) from Knicks Film School to break down where the New York Knicks stand following an EXTREMELY busy offseason. SUBSCRIBE TO KNICKS FILM SCHOOL ON YOUTUBE, APPLE, SPOTIFY AND PATREON. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
4:09 - The Knicks and Nets really made a trade?
9:07 - General impressions of the offseason
14:53 - The cost of Mikal Bridges
26:26 - Where will Bridges have the biggest impact?
30:39 - OG Anunoby's contract
35:24 - Significance of the Jalen Brunson extension
48:10 - The future of Julius Randle in New York
59:49 - Is the center rotation a concern?
1:06:38 - Early impressions of Tyler Kolek and Pacome Dadiet
1:08:55 - Will New York end up landing another big?
1:11:49 - Any other concerns for this roster?
1:20:10 - How many wins will the Knicks get in 2024-25?
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How To Run The TraeYoungle Offense Jul 31, 2024

Dan is joined by Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from Bleacher Report, Forbes and Liberty Ballers for a fun exercise in which they select pairs of NBA players and debate which one has more trade value right now. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO / Criteria
3:36 - Darius Garland vs. Jamal Murray
7:52 - Brandon Ingram vs. Julius Randle
13:10 - James Harden vs. Karl-Anthony Towns
18:06 - Jaden McDaniels vs. Devin Vassell
21:01 - Zach LaVine vs. Ben Simmons
27:45 - Stephen Curry vs. Kevin Durant
34:05 - Jimmy Butler vs. Kawhi Leonard
39:13 - Jerami Grant vs. Kyle Kuzma
45:33 - Lauri Markkanen vs. Zion Williamson
48:55 - Austin Reaves vs. Jonathan Kuminga
54:47 - LaMelo Ball vs. Trae Young
58:09 - Desmond Bane vs. Damian Lillard
59:30 - Cade Cunningham vs. Evan Mobley
1:02:34 - Walker Kessler vs. Mitchell Robinson
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Drafting Victor's Secret Models Jul 29, 2024

Dan and Grant are joined by Bleacher Report’s Bryan Toporek (@btoporek), Joey Akeley (@Jakeley_BR) and Jason Dunbar (@JayDunOnTheRun) for an NBA re-draft that spans the five draft classes from 2019 through 2023. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:31 - Re-draft approach
4:08 - Pick No. 1
5:47 - Pick No. 2
7:59 - Pick No. 3
10:40 - Pick No. 4
15:57 - Pick No. 5
17:03 - Pick No. 6
19:28 - Pick No. 7
21:52 - Pick No. 8
28:37 - Pick No. 9
33:18 - Pick No. 10
35:59 - Pick No. 11
38:16 - - Pick No. 12
40:16 - Pick No. 13
42:14 - Pick No. 14
43:53 - Pick No. 15
44:55 - Pick No. 16
48:02 - Pick No. 17
49:00 - Pick No. 18
51:57 - Pick No. 19
53:42 - Pick No. 20
54:25 - Pick No. 21
59:00 - Pick No. 22
1:00:45 - Pick No. 23
1:04:04 - Pick No. 24
1:05:59 - Pick No. 25
1:06:46 - Pick No. 26
1:07:36 - Pick No. 27
1:12:04 - Pick No. 28
1:12:31 - Pick No. 29
1:14:43 - Pick No. 30
1:18:59 - Reflection/Superlatives/Questions
1:22:35 - OUTRO
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The Finn Reaper Podzcast Jul 28, 2024

In the latest bonus episode, Dan reacts to ESPN's Zach Lowe and Tim MacMahon discussing the latest on the Lauri Markkanen situation and whether the Utah Jazz can afford to wait on trading him. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:40 - Will Lauri Markkanen keep himself in Utah?
6:12 - Are the Jazz even shopping Markkanen?
14:21 - Could the Jazz *refuse* to extend Lauri?
16:08 - Can Utah effectively rebuild with Markkanen still on the team?
19:36 - Where do the Jazz sit in the West with Lauri?
22:30 - Should the Jazz expect to get as much for Markkanen as the Nets received for Mikal Bridges?
24:38 - So, do the Jazz NEED to trade Lauri Markkanen?
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Chipoeltl Steak Thibs Bol Jul 26, 2024

Dan discusses the extensions signed by Andrew Nembhard and Tom Thibodeau. After that, he and Grant discuss their biggest question for every NBA team in the Eastern Conference as of RIGHT NOW. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO + Andrew Nembhard/Tom Thibodeau
13:33 - Atlanta Hawks
19:05 - Boston Celtics
23:40 - Brooklyn Nets
28:37 - Charlotte Hornets
33:11 - Chicago Bulls
38:56 - Cleveland Cavaliers
45:14 - Detroit Pistons
49:49 - Indiana Pacers
57:00 - Miami Heat
1:02:40 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:08:37 - New York Knicks
1:16:52 - Orlando Magic
1:23:12 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:28:29 - Toronto Raptors
1:34:12 - Washington Wizards
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Kawhit Playing Games with My Hart Jul 24, 2024

Dan and Grant discuss their biggest question for every NBA team in the Western Conference as of RIGHT NOW. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:44 - Dallas Mavericks
10:14 - Denver Nuggets
18:08 - Golden State Warriors
26:06 - Houston Rockets
35:23 - Los Angeles Clippers
40:49 - Los Angeles Lakers
44:58 - Memphis Grizzlies
51:29 - Minnesota Timberwolves
57:37 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:06:23 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:14:49 - Phoenix Suns
1:21:04 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:28:01 - Sacramento Kings
1:36:47 - San Antonio Spurs
1:43:41 - Utah Jazz
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Into The Kornet's Nest Jul 22, 2024

Dan and Grant are joined by Bleacher Report’s Bryan Toporek (@btoporek), Joey Akeley (@Jakeley_BR) and Jason Dunbar (@JayDunOnTheRun) to draft NBA superteams capable of dethroning the Boston Celtics. But wait, there's a (salary-cap) twist! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO / Criteria
5:05 - Pick No. 1
6:20 - Pick No. 2
8:40 - Pick No. 3
10:38 - Pick No. 4
11:45 - Pick. No. 5
12:17 - Pick No. 6
13:47 - Pick No. 7
16:19 - Pick No. 8
17:44 - Pick No. 9
19:06 - Pick No. 10
20:03 - Pick No. 11
20:41 - Pick No. 12 / Roster Updates
23:02 - Pick No. 13
24:18 - Pick No. 14
25:33 - Pick No. 15
26:48 - Pick No. 16
28:25 - Pick No. 17
29:39 - Pick No. 18
31:34 - Pick No. 19
32:53 - Pick No. 20
33:54 - Pick No. 21
35:17 - Pick No. 22
37:08 - Pick No. 23
38:50 - Pick No. 24
41:13 - Pick No. 25
43:31 - RECAP/SUPERLATIVES
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Curry Up and Cross the Finnish Line Jul 19, 2024

Dan and Grant are BACK, together again, AT LONG LAST. To start, Grant offers his long-overdue to the Golden State Warriors' Klay Thompson era. After that, he and Dan discuss the Lauri Markkanen trade rumors and whether the Dubs should even be trying to acquire him. From there, they cover Gary Trent Jr. signing with the Milwaukee Bucks and the news that Russell Westbrook will officially end up on the Denver Nuggets. Then, after weeks of waiting, GUESS-A-PLAYER IS BACK, BABY. Come fall into the GAP with us! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:42 - Grant offers his thoughts on Klay leaving Golden State
7:03 - Should the Warriors Trade for Lauri Markkanen?
19:22 - Russell Westbrook to the Nuggets
21:44 - Gary Trent Jr. to the Bucks
25:56 - GUESS-A-PLAYER No. 1
34:14 - GUESS-A-PLAYER No. 2
38:01 - GUESS-A-PLAYER No. 3
41:47 - GUESS-A-PLAYER No. 4
45:17 - GUESS-A-PLAYER No. 5
53:19 - GUESS-A-PLAYER No. 6
56:22 - GUESS-A-PLAYER No. 7
1:00:02 - GUESS-A-PLAYER No. 8
1:06:03 - GUESS-A-PLAYER No. 9
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In The Pooper For Cooper Jul 16, 2024

Dan collaborated with Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from Bleacher Report, Liberty Ballers, Forbes and The NBA Podcast to tier title contenders following the meat and potatoes of the offseason. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NBA PODCAST. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:13 - Tier 1
23:03 - Tier 2
42:36 - Tier 3
1:10:41 - Tier 4
1:23:55 - Tier 5
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Son Of A Brun, He Really Did It Jul 14, 2024

Dan discusses the impact of the Jalen Brunson extension on the Knicks (and Brunson himself). After that, he makes good on the Charlotte Hornets state-of-the-rebuild thoughts he owes everyone. Finally, he reacts to Paul George exposing the Los Angeles Clippers during contract negotiations. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO / ANNOUNCEMENT
1:47 - Why Jalen Brunson taking a pay cut matters for the Knicks / Is the Jalen Brunson extension bad for the NBA?
29:56 - Hornets outlook, impressions of Mark Williams and Tidjane Salaun, Is LaMelo Ball underrated?
45:56 - Reacting to Paul George explaining why he left the Clippers for the Philadelphia 76ers
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Beam Me Up, Scottie (Boucher, Boucher, Boucher, Boucher, Rockin' Everywhere) Jul 11, 2024

Dan is joined by Es Baraheni (@JustEsBaraheni) from Forbes, Raptors Republic and Bleacher Report for a vibe check on the various rebuilding projects in the NBA. This time around, they spend most of their time on the Toronto Raptors but also extensively hit the Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, San Antonio Spurs, Portland Trail Blazers, Houston Rockets, Detroit Pistons and Chicago Bulls. They also briefly tough on the Brooklyn Nets and Charlotte Hornets. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:30 - Toronto Raptors
33:03 - Washington Wizards
41:32 - Utah Jazz
53:35 - San Antonio Spurs
57:19 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:04:50 - Houston Rockets
1:11:56 - Detroit Pistons
1:18:29 - Chicago Bulls
1:23:47 - Brooklyn Nets/Charlotte Hornets
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Sir, This Is A Wemby's Jul 09, 2024

Dan is joined by Mo Dakhil (@MoDakhil_NBA) from Bleacher Report and The Athletic to discuss some of the NBA teams they find most interesting following the meat and potatoes of 2024 free agency. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
5:08 - DeMar DeRozan, Sacramento Kings
17:02 - Golden State Warriors
24:54 - Los Angeles Clippers
34:14 - San Antonio Spurs
46:27 - Minnesota Timberwolves
56:14 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:04:17 - New York Knicks
1:07:46 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:10:09 - Orlando Magic
1:15:43 - Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks
1:21:53 - New Orleans Pelicans, Brandon Ingram
1:28:56 - STAT PADDING
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Klay It Ain't So, Dray Will Not Go, Turn The Lightyears Off, Curry Me Home Jul 06, 2024

Dan goes through his biggest need for every NBA team following the first wave of free agency and general offseason movement. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:57 - Atlanta Hawks
3:12 - Boston Celtics
4:56 - Brooklyn Nets
6:06 - Charlotte Hornets
7:43 - Chicago Bulls
9:59 - Cleveland Cavaliers
12:11 - Dallas Mavericks
14:50 - Denver Nuggets
18:50 - Detroit Pistons
20:58 - Golden State Warriors
24:03 - Houston Rockets
26:07 - Indiana Pacers
28:01 - Los Angeles Clippers
33:38 - Los Angeles Lakers
36:22 - Memphis Grizzlies
37:38 - Miami Heat
40:21 - Milwaukee Bucks
41:37 - Minnesota Timberwolves
43:20 - New Orleans Pelicans
46:06 - New York Knicks
47:52 - Oklahoma City Thunder
49:14 - Orlando Magic
51:25 - Philadelphia 76ers
53:58 - Phoenix Suns
55:35 - Portland Trail Blazers
57:07 - Sacramento Kings
59:28 - San Antonio Spurs
1:01:36 - Toronto Raptors
1:04:18 - Utah Jazz
1:08:19 - Washington Wizards
1:11:36 - Franz Wagner extension, More moves to come in Orlando?
1:14:59 - STAT PADDING
1:41:28 - Devonte' Graham trade
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Forever in My Hartenstein Jul 02, 2024

Dan reacts to EVERY deal from 2024 NBA free agency so far, with some deeper-dive (or angry-blogperson) takes on certain teams. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO/Trade Details
2:04 - Philadelphia 76ers, Paul George
7:15 - Los Angeles Clippers
14:13 - Dallas Mavericks
19:41 - Golden State Warriors
23:39 - Orlando Magic
27:10 - Denver Nuggets
36:36 - San Antonio Spurs
39:31 - Oklahoma City Thunder
45:19 - New York Knicks
48:46 - New Orleans Pelicans
52:45 - Atlanta Hawks
53:21 - Boston Celtics
55:12 - Brooklyn Nets
55:56 - Charlotte Hornets
57:15 - Chicago Bulls
59:59 - Cleveland Cavaliers
1:00:54 - Detroit Pistons
1:02:59 - Houston Rockets
1:04:43 - Indiana Pacers
1:06:25 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:08:49 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:09:54 - Miami Heat
1:11:15 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:11:52 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:12:16 - Phoenix Suns
1:15:28 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:16:09 - Sacramento Kings
1:17:52 - Toronto Raptors
1:22:07 - Utah Jazz
1:28:21 - Washington Wizards
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There's Something About Murray Jun 29, 2024

Dan reacts to the New Orleans Pelicans trading Dyson Daniels, Larry Nance Jr. and two first-round picks to the Atlanta Hawks for Dejounte Murray. After that, he covers some recent developments, including Paul George's dalliance with the Golden State Warriors and the implications of trades made by the Sacramento Kings, Toronto Raptors and Denver Nuggets. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO/Trade Details
1:36 - Impact on Pelicans
18:31 - Impact on Hawks
29:51 - What is the Raptors' plan?
36:01 - Are the Kings up to something?
39:50 - Could the Warriors really trade for Paul George?
47:16 - Will the Denver Nuggets lose Kentavious Caldwell-Pope?
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Clingan to Ayton of Centers Jun 27, 2024

Dan and Grant react to day of the 2024 NBA Draft...WITH A TWIST. Grant decided NOT to watch the first round and tries to guess who each team took for the first 20 picks. He and Dan break down their reactions to those selections, trades and the latest news throughout the entire pod. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:57 - Zaccharie Risacher to the Atlanta Hawks
4:31 - Alex Sarr to the Washington Wizards
6:28 - Reed Sheppard to the Houston Rockets
8:32 - Stephon Castle to the San Antonio Spurs
10:21 - Ron Holland to the Detroit Pistons
13:26 - Tidjane Salaun to the Charlotte Hornets
14:54 - Donovan Clingan to the Portland Trail Blazers, reacting to the Deni Avdija trade
20:31 - Rob Dillingham to the...Minnesota Timberwolves (trade reaction!)
24:31 - Zach Edey to the Memphis Grizzlies
27:16 - Cody Williams to the Utah Jazz
28:47 - Matas Buzelis to the Chicago Bulls
30:01 - Nikola Topic to the Oklahoma City Thunder
32:49 - Devin Carter to the Sacramento Kings
38:00 - Bub Carrington to the Washington Wizards (via Portland)
39:16 - Kel'el Ware to the Miami Heat
41:19 - Jared McCain to the Philadelphia 76ers
42:42 - Dalton Knecht to the Los Angeles Lakers
45:25 - Tristan Da Silva to the Orlando Magic
48:12 - Ja'Kobe Walter to the Toronto Raptors
49:26 - Jaylon Tyson to the Cleveland Cavaliers
50:32 - Reacting to other draft trades
—Denver Nuggets and Phoenix Suns
—New York Knicks and Washington Wizards
—New York Knicks and Oklahoma City Thunder
—Thoughts on Isaiah Collier to Utah, DaRon Holmes to Denver
56:14 - OG Anunoby contract, more Mikal Bridges talk, How should the Knicks try to structure their books?
1:15:59 - Scottie Barnes signs max extension
1:17:33 - Cleveland hires Kenny Atkinson
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Subscribe To Our OnlyFranz Jun 26, 2024

Dan and Grant preview the 2024 NBA offseason for the Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - Intro
1:32 - Hawks
12:44 - Hornets
26:47 - Heat
38:24 - Magic
53:37 - Wizards
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Bridges To TeraThibsia Jun 26, 2024

Dan reacts to Mikal Bridges being traded to the New York Knicks. What's his fit like in New York? What does this mean for OG Anunoby, Isaiah Hartenstein and, believe it or not, Mitchell Robinson? He also tackles the Brooklyn Nets' decision to rebuild as well as the Houston Rockets reportedly KNOWING they'll soon trade for Kevin Durant or Devin Booker. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
0:52 - Mikal Bridges to the Knicks!
31:01 - The Nets' new direction
39:05 - Are the Suns about to implode, and do the Rockets know it????
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Curryous George Jun 25, 2024

Dan and Grant take the offseason lookahead rocket ship to the Pacific Division and discuss free agency, trades, cap situations, team needs, etc. for the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - Intro
1:36 - Warriors
15:46 - Clippers
26:58 - Lakers
38:15 - Suns
48:26 - Kings
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It's Your Own Damn Fultz Jun 24, 2024

Dan and Grant are joined by Bleacher Report's Bryan Toporek (@btoporek), Joey Akeley (@Jakeley_BR) and Jason Dunbar (@JayDunOnTheRun) to snake-draft every No. 1 NBA draft pick since LeBron James (i.e. since 2004) based on the BEST SEASON OF THEIR CAREERS only. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - Introductions
4:33 - Explanation/criteria
6:18 - Pick No. 1
7:55 - Pick No. 2
8:35 - Pick No. 3
11:09 - Pick No. 4
12:47 - Pick No. 5
15:44 - Pick No. 6
17:52 - Pick No. 7
20:07 - Pick No. 8
21:11 - Pick No. 9
22:07 - Pick No. 10
24:25 - Pick No. 11
26:38 - Pick No. 12
27:56 - Pick No. 13
29:59 - Pick No. 14
32:11 - Pick No. 15
33:32 - Pick No. 16
34:52 - Pick No. 17
39:26 - Pick No. 18
41:07 - Pick No. 19
42:51 - Pick No. 20
45:17 - Best value pick, Biggest reach
48:13 - Full recap
52:31 - Outro
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Ingrams or Milliliters? Jun 22, 2024

Dan and Grant break down the 2024 NBA offseason for the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans and San Antonio Spurs. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:44 - Mavs
12:43 - Rockets
26:48 - Grizzlies
39:30 - Pelicans
53:37 - Spurs
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This Is InShain Jun 21, 2024

Dan breaks down the Chicago Bulls trading Alex Caruso to the Oklahoma City Thunder for Josh Giddey. After that, he offers his thoughts on Malik Monk returning to the Sacramento Kings, the Los Angeles Lakers hiring JJ Redick and the Detroit Pistons' head coaching search. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - Intro
0:48 - Josh Giddey's fit in Chicago, the Bulls' direction
21:22 - Caruso's fit in OKC, the Thunder's long-term plans
39:39 - Malik Monk's contract, Kings direction
48:42 - Redick to the Lakers
57:26 - Detroit's coaching search
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Killian Monty Softly Jun 20, 2024

The offseason lookahead train RUH-OHLS ONWARD! Next up: The REIGNING CHAMPION Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers and Toronto Raptors. After that, Dan and Grant react to Pascal Siakam's max contract as well as the Detroit Pistons paying Monty Williams $65 million buckaroos to away. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - Intro
1:47 - Reflecting on Boston's NBA title
13:41 - Celtics offseason lookahead
21:23 - Nets offseason lookahead
30:47 - Knicks offseason lookahead
55:37 - Sixers offseason lookahead
1:09:45 - Raptors offseason lookahead
1:24:15 - Pascal Siakam re-signs with the Pacers, Monty Williams leaves the Pistons
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Shai It to Presti’s Face Jun 19, 2024

Dan and Grant are rolling out yet another 2024 NBA offseason lookahead. NEXT UP: The Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Portland Trail Blazers and Utah Jazz. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:58 - Nuggets
19:22 - Timberwolves
32:01 - Thunder
51:07 - Blazers
1:02:01 - Jazz
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DeMar You Ready for More Self-Sabotage? Jun 18, 2024

Dan and Grant are rolling out their 2024 NBA offseason lookaheads, beginning with the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - Intro
5:19 - Chicago Bulls
17:41 - Cleveland Cavaliers
32:36 - Detroit Pistons
45:41 - Indiana Pacers
1:00:23 - Milwaukee Bucks
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Anunoby Else Got a Harden for Free Agency? Jun 16, 2024

Dan and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from Forbes, Bleacher Report and The NBA Podcast to discuss how much money 50-plus free agents could receive on the open market this offseason. TIMESTAMPS👇
Free Agency Over/Unders (5:35)
Tyrese Maxey (6:32)
LeBron James (7:18)
Pascal Siakam (8:21)
Paul George (9:30)
James Harden (12:41)
OG Anunoby (15:09)
DeMar DeRozan (21:05)
Immanuel Quickley (22:45)
Isaiah Hartenstein (23:44)
Malik Monk (25:54)
Klay Thompson (27:28)
Buddy Hield (29:13)
Nicolas Claxton (32:14)
D’Angelo Russell: (34:06)
Derrick Jones Jr. (35:34)
Patrick Williams (37:53)
Isaac Okoro (38:56)
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (40:21)
Kelly Oubre Jr. (42:07)
Obi Toppin (44:14)
Caleb Martin (44:44)
Gary Harris (46:18)
Tyus Jones (48:34)
Tobias Harris (50:32)
Jonas Valanciunas (53:34)
Gordon Hayward: $12.9 million (57:11)
Royce O’Neale: $15 million (59:23)
Naji Marshall (1:00:20)
Markelle Fultz (1:02:40)
Russell Westbrook (1:05:39)
Bruce Brown: $23 million (1:06:50)
Kyle Lowry (1:07:40)
Malik Beasley (1:10:32)
Gary Trent Jr. (1:11:10)
De’Anthony Melton (1:12:11)
Andre Drummond (1:13:19)
Kevin Love (1:14:20)
Jae Crowder (1:14:44)
Nicolas Batum (1:16:10)
Miles Bridges (1:17:33)
Kyle Anderson (1:20:01)
Simone Fontecchio (1:20:57)
Luke Kennard (1:22:06)
James Wiseman (1:22:53)
Goga Bitadze (1:23:23)
Lauri Markkanen (1:23:53)
Will any of these players get their team option declined and sign a new deal early? (1:26:19)
Sam Hauser
Isaiah Joe
Jose Alvarado
Aaron Wiggins
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SARRy Not Sorry For Our HollanDAZE Jun 14, 2024

Bleacher Report NBA draft analyst/insider/maven Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) joins Dan and Grant to get you primed for the 2024 NBA draft! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:30 - Do your impressions of NBA draft prospects change this late into the process?
3:17 - Is this draft class really THAT unimpressive? How wide open is the No. 1 overall spot?
6:03 - Zaccharie Risacher breakdown
11:44 - Alex Sarr breakdown
15:42 - Nikola Topic breakdown
19:31 - Donovan Clingan breakdown
22:33 - Cody Williams breakdown
26:34 - Matas Buzelis breakdown
29:07 - Reed Sheppard breakdown
33:26 - Rob Dillingham breakdown
36:28 - Stephon Castle breakdown
38:41 - Bronny James Jr. breakdown
45:08 - Prospect Wass is higher AND lower on than consensus
48:46 - How Wass' projections change for players over the course of time
51:34 - STAT PADDING
—Three best PnR initiators of the draft
—Three best rim protectors of the draft
—Three best motion shooters of the draft
—Three best on-ball defenders of the draft
—Three best iso scorers of the draft
—Which of the se NBA players would you trade the No. 1 pick for?
56:34 - Ron Holland breakdown, Would Wass draft him No. 1 overall?
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Death By 1,000 Connecticuts Jun 11, 2024

Dan and Grant answer YOUR questions, react to Dan Hurley turning down the Lakers and discuss their outlook in the 2024 NBA Finals now that the Mavs are trailing the Celtics 2-0. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:28 - Which NBA teams will look the most different next season?
14:16 - Does complaining impact how referees officiate certain players?
19:06 - GAME THEORY! (The Rockets, Nets and Mikal Bridges)
24:07 - Can the Phoenix Suns win a title in 2025?
29:18 - DAN HURLEY STAYS AT UCONN, TURNS DOWN THE LAKERS REACTION
34:03 - If JJ Redick doesn't get the Lakers gig, where do you want to see him coach? Is he unnecessarily skipping line?
41:28 - Build the perfect player using ONE skill set from TWO different players who have NOT made an All-Star, All-NBA OR All-Defense team in the past three years
47:48 - What's up with the Utah Jazz?!
55:01 - How do you differentiate a competitive NBA playoffs sweep from a potential choke job?
1:00:10 - Which player would represent the gap between Nikola Jokic and the second-best star in the league?
1:05:26 - Can a specific style of playing entice free agents to sign with certain teams? How often does it happen?
1:08:06 - Will Derrick Rose make the Hall of Fame?
1:10:26 - Can the Mavs realistically come back against the Celtics?
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Jason Kidd Is A Master Bai—Ah, Never Mind Jun 09, 2024

Dan is joined by Grace Jean (@ErinBurr27) from the 'What's In A Game' podcast ( @WhatsinaGameNBA ) to discuss their biggest takeaways following Game 1 of the NBA Finals as well as the futures of the Denver Nuggets and Orlando Magic. SUBSCRIBE TO WHAT'S IN A GAME HERE AND HERE! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:46 - The Nuggets AND Magic beat?!?
5:16 - Grace's basketball background
13:17 - Denver Nuggets future outlook
—The complicated value of Jamal Murray (13:43)
—The future of Michael Porter Jr. (23:12)
—Should we adjust our perspective of the Nuggets? (30:10)
—General musings on Christian Braun, Peyton Watson, Jalen Pickett,
Hunter Tyson and Julian Strawther (33:35)
—Denver's biggest need this offseason (39:37)
—Should the Nuggets change up their offense? (45:40)
48:38 - Orlando Magic future outlook
—The next frontier for Paolo Banchero (49:03)
—Should we be concerned about Franz Wagner's shooting
regression? (52:29)
—The development of Jalen Suggs (56:46)
—Will the Magic be aggressive this offseason? (1:09:42)
—Jamahl Mosley making moves (1:22:26)
1:24:13 - NBA Finals Takeaways, Questions, Thoughts, etc.
—Kristaps Porzingis WTF
—Boston's defense
—Dallas' bigs
—Adjustments for the Mavs
—"Adjustments" for the Celtics (LOL)
—MORE
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We Hacked Bobby Marks' Email...Here's What We Found Jun 06, 2024

Dan and Grant rank every NBA team by their potential to encounter (or create) offseason chaos! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO/Criteria
4:45 - Tier 5
21:22 - Tier 4
35:39 - Tier 3
51:53 - Tier 2
1:08:17 - Tier 1
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Who's Done More To End Global Warming Than Stephen A Smith? (2024 NBA Finals Lookahead) Jun 04, 2024

Dan and Grant discuss the biggest topics floating around their brains as the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks get set to tip off the 2024 NBA Finals. After that, they cover the Minnesota Timberwolves offseason outlook as well as some coaching news and GUESS-A-PLAYERS. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:33 - Who or what is this series most about?
7:47 - Who does an NBA Finals victory do more for: Luka Doncic or Jayson Tatum?
14:35 - 2024 NBA Finals Lookahead
43:25 - Where do the Timberwolves go from here?
1:00:35 - Coaching & front office news
1:07:36 - GUESS-A-PLAYER
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The Best Podcast Episode in the History of Western Civilization May 30, 2024

Dan and Grant discuss the Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves conference finals ahead of Game 5. After that, they talk about the Boston Celtics' playoff run so far and whether Jayson Tatum has become underrated. Then, it's time for a deep dive into the future of the Indiana Pacers! Finally, we wrap up by reacting to the latest coaching rumors and paying tribute to the one and only Bill Walton. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:45 - Mavericks vs. Timberwolves
23:27 - The importance of Dereck Lively II
35:48 - The Celtics are in the NBA Finals...Is Jayson Tatum underrated?
53:48 - Breaking down the future of the Pacers
1:22:35 - Tyronn Lue signs extension with the Clippers
1:23:44 - Mike Brown extension talks fall apart with the Kings
1:25:43 - The Wizards hire Brian Keefe
1:29:14 - Is JJ Redick the right fit for the Lakers?
1:34:58 - Trajan Langdon joins the Pistons
1:38:25 - Why did the Grizzlies overhaul the assistant coaching staff?
1:40:03 - STAT PADDING: BILL WALTON FOREVER (Who is Bill Walton talking about?)
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Is This The End For NBA Big 3s? May 28, 2024

Dan and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from Forbes, Bleacher Report and The NBA Podcast to discuss the impact of the league's second apron, how it will impact team-building and whether it will be the end of Big Threes.
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The Secret to Growing Your Business, Burning Fat & Prepping for NBA Free Agency All at Once May 23, 2024

Dan and Grant break down the toughest decision awaiting every NBA team during 2024 free agency. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:56 - Atlanta Hawks
7:38 - Boston Celtics
11:14 - Brooklyn Nets
15:02 - Charlotte Hornets
16:26 - Chicago Bulls
19:57 - Cleveland Cavaliers
23:32 - Dallas Mavericks
28:13 - Denver Nuggets
33:32 - Detroit Pistons
38:32 - Golden State Warriors
44:48 - Houston Rockets
48:02 - Indiana Pacers
53:02 - Los Angeles Clippers
56:44 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:01:05 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:04:08 - Miami Heat
1:07:23 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:11:12 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:15:12 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:19:17 - New York Knicks
1:25:57 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:28:49 - Orlando Magic
1:32:23 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:40:48 - Phoenix Suns
1:47:12 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:49:30 - Sacramento Kings
1:55:11 - San Antonio Spurs
1:57:52 - Toronto Raptors
2:02:40 - Utah Jazz
2:10:32 - Washington Wizards
2:17:30 - STAT PADDING
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How The Wolves' 2024-25 Luxury-Tax Bill Impacts Bronny James' Legacy May 20, 2024

Dan and Grant break down the fallout from the Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks and Oklahoma City Thunder getting bounced in the second round of the NBA playoffs. From there, they (quickly) preview the Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves and Indiana Pacers vs. Boston Celtics series. Finally, they react to the 2023-24 NBA All-Rookie Teams and then, most importantly, run through some GUESS-A-PLAYER segments! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:42 - Where do the Nuggets go from here?
31:54 - Where do the Knicks go from here?
1:03:30 - Where do the Thunder go from here?
1:25:19 - Mavericks vs. Timberwolves lookahead
1:37:06 - Pacers vs. Celtics lookahead
1:47:20 - Reacting to 2023-24 NBA All-Rookie teams
1:49:38 - STAT PADDING (GUESS-A-PLAYER!)
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What's Next for the Cavs?, Knicks vs Pacers, Mavs vs Thunder, Nikola Jokic Forever May 17, 2024

Dan and Grant discuss the latest Cleveland Cavaliers rumors and how the team will approach the NBA offseason. After that, they discuss the state of the Boston Celtics. From there, they dive into Game 6 outlooks for the New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers and Dallas Mavericks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder. Finally, they conclude with some Nikola Jokic talk (prior to the Denver Nuggets' Game 6 beatdown). TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:30 - Cleveland Cavaliers
41:40 - Boston Celtics
49:04 - Thoughts on New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers
59:38 - Thoughts on Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks
1:11:52 - Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets (pre-Game 6)
1:17:53 - STAT PADDING
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A 2-Hour Relitigation Of The Jakob Poeltl Trade May 14, 2024

Psych! Dan and Grant discuss their biggest question(s) for every team remaining in the 2024 NBA playoffs! After that, they talk about the fallout from the Atlanta Hawks winning the NBA draft lottery. Finally, they wrap up with some good ol' fashioned GUESS-A-PLAYER! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:37 - Cleveland Cavaliers
13:44 - Boston Celtics
25:03 - Dallas Mavericks
47:00 - Oklahoma City Thunder
52:15 - New York Knicks
1:02:20 - Indiana Pacers
1:12:58 - Denver Nuggets
1:21:54 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:36:37 - 2024 NBA Draft Lottery reaction
1:54:12 - GUESS-A-PLAYER!
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Did Nikola Jokic Deserve MVP?, Can The Knicks Survive?, Is Rick Carlisle Right?, NBA News May 10, 2024

Dan and Grant discuss Nikola Jokic winning MVP, the other award results, the latest NBA coaching news and rumors, Jimmy Butler's future in Miami, the Jamal Murray fine, the Rick Carlisle rant, Knicks vs. Pacers, injuries and MUCH more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:41 - Reactions to Nikola Jokic winning MVP, interpretation of Most Improved Player, other award results
14:38 - NBA head coaching news, rumors
28:06 - Jimmy Butler's future with the Miami Heat
34:10 - Jamal Murray fine
37:16 - Rick Carlisle, NBA officiating
46:02 - Impact of New York Knicks injuries, defending Tom Thibodeau
1:00:33 - Can the Indiana Pacers come back against the Knicks?
1:15:13 - Thoughts on Boston Celtics vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
1:20:47 - Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Dallas Mavericks
1:29:17 - STAT PADDING
1:37:41 - GUESS-A-PLAYER
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The Wolves Broke the Nuggets(?!), Knicks vs Pacers is Bonkers, Orlando Magic Offseason Lookahead May 08, 2024

Dan and Grant discuss the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves series, their takeaways from Game 1 between the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers, the future of the Orlando Magic and MUCH more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:25 - Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves thoughts
35:37 - New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers thoughts
48:01 - Orlando Magic offseason lookahead
1:05:50 - Boston Celtics vs. Cleveland Cavaliers thoughts (pre-Game 1!)
1:10:39 - Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Dallas Mavericks thoughts (pre-Game 1!)
1:17:53 - STAT PADDING
1:24:45 - GUESS-A-PLAYER
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2024 NBA Playoffs: Previews & Postmortems | Sixers, Bucks, Clippers, Knicks vs Pacers, Thunder vs Mavs May 06, 2024

Dan and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from Forbes, Bleacher Report and The NBA Podcast to discuss the future of the Philadelphia 76ers, Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Clippers. After that, it's on to series primers for the New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Dallas Mavericks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO(s)!
4:44 - The future of the Philadelphia 76ers
32:21 - The future of the Milwaukee Bucks
54:15 - The future of the Los Angeles Clippers
1:23:36 - New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers Lookahead
1:43:12 - Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Dallas Mavericks Lookahead
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Knicks vs. Pacers & Thunder vs. Mavericks Lookaheads May 05, 2024

Dan and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from Forbes, Bleacher Report and The NBA Podcast break down the Knicks vs. Pacers and Thunder vs. Mavs second-round playoff series. Be on the lookout for the full TWO-HOUR EPISODE dropping Monday, May 6. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:12 - Knicks vs. Pacers
21:46 - Thunder vs. Mavs
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2024 NBA Playoffs: Previews & Postmortems May 03, 2024

Dan and Grant are BACK! This time, they're talking New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers (from the past!), diving into the Los Angeles Clippers and Dallas Mavericks Series, previewing Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves, looking ahead for both the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat and then, finally, closing with some extensive macro thoughts on Cleveland Cavaliers and Orlando Magic.
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0:00 - INTRO
2:01 - Bucks vs. Pacers, Knicks vs. Sixers
9:59 - Is Tyrese Maxey now the face of the Sixers?
14:23 - Clippers vs. Mavericks takeaways
30:02 - Nuggets vs. Timberwolves Lookahead
1:00:47 - Celtics
1:07:24 - Heat
1:25:42 - Magic vs. Cavaliers
1:48:20 - STAT PADDING (GUESS-A-PLAYER)
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Advancements and Autopsies: Thunder, Pelicans, Timberwolves, Suns, Nuggets & Lakers May 01, 2024

Dan and Grant tackle the fallout and what they learned from every first-round NBA playoffs series in the books so far! TIMESTAMPS ⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
7:30 - Oklahoma City Thunder
14:40 - New Orleans Pelicans
29:47 - Minnesota Timberwolves
44:16 - Phoenix Suns
1:08:10 - Denver Nuggets
1:19:04 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:33:30 - GUESS-A-PLAYER
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Biggest Winners & Losers Of The 2024 NBA Playoffs So Far Apr 26, 2024

Dan and Grant run through their biggest winners and losers of the 2024 NBA playoffs so far! TIMESTAMPS ⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:47 - Damian Lillard
8:10 - Officiating complaints
15:33 - Tom Thibodeau, New York Knicks
25:11 - Anthony Davis
28:52 - Top-heavy teams, Importance of depth
34:58 - Minnesota Timberwolves
41:06 - Phoenix Suns, Mat Ishbia
48:50 - Pascal Siakam, Indiana Pacers
55:04 - Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks
59:30 - Buddy Hield
1:03:37 - Miami Heat
1:09:55 - Oklahoma City Thunder, Josh Giddey
1:16:21 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:23:02 - Malik Monk, Orlando Magic, Cleveland Cavaliers
1:26:13 - Denver Nuggets
1:34:01 - STAT PADDING
1:37:55 - GUESS-A-PLAYER
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We Were Wrong, And We're Sorry Apr 24, 2024

We were wrong, and we're sorry. Dan and Grant go through the one thing they got most wrong about EVERY team in the NBA this season. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
5:29 - Atlanta Hawks
9:17 - Boston Celtics
12:46 - Brooklyn Nets
16:34 - Charlotte Hornets
20:01 - Chicago Bulls
23:30 - Cleveland Cavaliers
31:17 - Dallas Mavericks
34:46 - Denver Nuggets
36:08 - Detroit Pistons
39:14 - Golden State Warriors
42:29 - Houston Rockets
44:48 - Indiana Pacers
47:43 - Los Angeles Clippers
49:24 - Los Angeles Lakers
51:28 - Memphis Grizzlies
53:24 - Miami Heat
56:58 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:00:42 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:05:05 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:09:27 - New York Knicks
1:12:14 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:15:12 - Orlando Magic
1:20:34 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:23:25 - Phoenix Suns
1:27:54 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:30:29 - Sacramento Kings
1:37:45 - San Antonio Spurs
1:40:30 - Toronto Raptors
1:43:12 - Utah Jazz
1:45:52 - Washington Wizards
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Where Do The Golden State Warriors Go From Here? Apr 22, 2024

Dan and Grant discuss the future of the Golden State Warriors and what direction they might travel over the offseason. After that, it's STAT PADDING GUESS-A-PLAYER TIME. TIMESTAMPS👇
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3:44 - Where do the Golden State Warriors go from here?
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2024 NBA Playoffs LOOKAHEADS: Thunder vs. Pelicans, Celtics vs.Heat Apr 20, 2024

Dan and Grant analyze the final two matchups for the first round of the 2024 NBA playoffs: The Oklahoma City Thunder vs. the New Orleans Pelicans, and the Boston Celtics vs. the Miami Heat. TIMESTAMPS👇
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1:05 - Oklahoma City Thunder vs. New Orleans Pelicans preview
8:58 - Boston Celtics vs. Miami Heat preview
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2024 NBA Playoffs Mega Primer Apr 19, 2024

Dan and Grant catch up on some news and react to the Zion Williamson injury before previewing ALL SIX 2024 FIRST-ROUND PLAYOFF SERIES that are set in stone. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
4:26 - Jontay Porter banned
12:15 - Jordi Fernandez to the Brooklyn Nets
15:56 - Kevin Young
17:47 - Zion Williamson injury, Jimmy Butler injury
27:47 - Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Phoenix Suns preview
39:17 - Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Clippers preview
51:39 - Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers preview
1:01:53 - New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers preview
1:13:16 - Milwaukee Bucks vs. Indiana Pacers preview
1:25:48 - Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Orlando Magic preview
1:34:46 - STAT PADDING
1:43:00 - GUESS-A-PLAYER
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The Denver Nuggets Title Defense & The NBA MVP Discourse with Serbian Corner Apr 18, 2024

Dan joined Miroslav Cuk (@MiroslavCuk) from DNVR Nuggets' Serbian Corner (@SerbianCorner) to discuss Nikola Jokic, the NBA MVP discourse and their confidence level in the Denver Nuggets entering the playoffs. CHECK OUT THE FULL EPISODE HERE. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
4:26 - Nikola Jokic's MVP case, The overall NBA MVP discourse
12:41 - Concerns, surprises, questions for the Denver Nuggets as they begin their NBA title defense
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Which NBA Teams Missed and Exceeded Their Win Totals The Most? Apr 16, 2024

Dan and Grant review which NBA teams exceeded their projected win totals the most, and which teams missed theirs by the widest margin. Then, they unveil their own win-total records. (Spoiler: They're not pretty.) TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
3:02 - Biggest overachievers
22:51 - Biggest underachievers
40:28 - Full win-total results for every team, bouncing around the league
47:34 - Dan and Grant's win total record, Which listener won our win-total contest?
49:02 - STAT PADDING (Guess That Player!)
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2023-24 All-NBA, All-Rookie & All-Defense Picks Apr 14, 2024

Dan and Grant drop their picks for All-NBA, All-Rookie and All-Defense. Then, they follow this up with some good old fashioned STAT PADDING. (Can you guess that NBA player?!) TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:35 - All-NBA First, Second and Third team picks
42:38 - All-Rookie First and Second team picks
1:07:42 - All-Defense First and Second team picks
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News Reaction: Jrue Holiday Extension, Giannis Injury, Timberwolves Drama, Jontay Porter Controversy Apr 12, 2024

Dan and Grant react to some of the latest NBA breaking news items, including the Jrue Holiday extension, the Jontay Porter controversy and Adam Silver's comments about it, the injury to Giannis Antetokounmpo, a potential Jason Kidd extension, a possible Rafael Stone extension, Karl-Anthony Towns' return and the Minnesota Timberwolves' ownership drama. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:23 - Jrue Holiday extension
7:57 - Adam Silver, Jontay Porter, Does the NBA have a sports betting problem?
19:25 - Giannis Antetokounmpo injury
23:50 - Should the Houston Rockets extend Rafael Stone?
26:09 - Should the Dallas Mavericks extend Jason Kidd?
29:58 - The Karl-Anthony Towns return
33:11 - Timberwolves ownership controversy (Glen Taylor vs. Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore
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The Rise of Jalen Brunson & Biggest NBA Playoff Threats To The Celtics Apr 10, 2024

Dan joined Andrew Claudio (@AndrewClaudio_) from Knicks Film School (@KnicksFilmSkool) for a TWO-PART PODCAST in which they discuss the MVP case for Jalen Brunson, expectations for the New York Knicks and the biggest threat to the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference. This is PART 2 of their home-and-home, which focuses on the rise of Brunson and whether the Knicks, Milwaukee Bucks, Philadelphia 76ers, Cleveland Cavaliers or someone else can bump off the Celtics during the NBA playoffs. LISTEN TO PART 1 OF ON APPLE, SPOTIFY, YOUTUBE AND WHEREVER ELSE YOU GET YOUR PODCASTS.
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Final 2024 NBA Awards Picks Apr 09, 2024

Dan and Grant go through their official 2024 NBA Awards picks for MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Most Improved Player, Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, Executive of the Year and Clutch Player of the Year. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:04 - MVP
14:02 - Defensive Player of the Year
30:51 - Clutch Player of the Year
39:40 - Executive of the Year
51:46 - Coach of the Year
1:01:56 - Sixth Man of the Year
1:11:53 - Rookie of the Year
1:24:52 - Most Improved Player
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Every (Potential) 2024 NBA Playoff Team's Biggest X-Factor Apr 06, 2024

Dan and Grant go through their biggest x-factor for every (potential) 2024 NBA playoff team. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - News update
1:03 - Intro/Criteria
6:01 - Atlanta Hawks
9:52 - Boston Celtics
12:09 - Chicago Bulls
14:03 - Cleveland Cavaliers
16:18 - Dallas Mavericks
21:29 - Denver Nuggets
28:16 - Golden State Warriors
30:40 - Houston Rockets
33:19 - Indiana Pacers
36:31 - Los Angeles Clippers
39:05 - Los Angeles Lakers
41:32 - Miami Heat
43:47 - Milwaukee Bucks
46:46 - Minnesota Timberwolves
50:11 - New Orleans Pelicans
52:25 - New York Knicks
57:26 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:01:19 - Orlando Magic
1:03:59 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:06:58 - Phoenix Suns
1:11:12 - Sacramento Kings
1:15:16 - Julius Randle injury, Recalibrating expectations for the Knicks
1:28:26 - STAT PADDING (GUESS-A-PLAYER!)
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Have The Houston Rockets Officially Arrived? Apr 04, 2024

Dan is joined by Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) from Red Nation Hoops (@RedNationHoops) to discuss the Houston Rockets, their late-season surge and what the future could and should hold. SUBSCRIBE TO RED NATION HOOPS HERE AND ON YOUTUBE. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
3:32 - What's behind the recent success?
6:17 - What have the Rockets learned about themselves without Alperen Sengun?
9:16 - The development of Amen Thompson, the Amen-Alperen dynamic
18:17 - How much do we read into Jalen Green's hot streak?
24:33 - The improvement of Alperen Sengun
30:28 - Jabari Smith Jr. is flying under the radar
43:04 - The Cam Whitmore experience
50:07 - What's driving Houston's defensive success
53:18 - How should the Rockets approach the offseason?
1:04:52 - What type of star could/should Houston target if the right opportunity presents itself?
1:12:19 - Shout-out Tari Eason
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Stretch Run Thoughts On The Timberwolves, Pelicans, Thunder, Suns, Blazers, Kings, Spurs & Jazz Apr 02, 2024

Dan and Grant run through one goal or storyline they'll be monitoring during the rest of the 2023-24 NBA season for the Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, Oklahoma City Thunder, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, San Antonio Spurs and Utah Jazz. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
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2:44 - Minnesota Timberwolves
11:32 - New Orleans Pelicans
19:16 - Oklahoma City Thunder
29:15 - Phoenix Suns
38:50 - Portland Trail Blazers
46:02 - Sacramento Kings
54:23 - San Antonio Spurs
1:00:33 - Utah Jazz
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Stretch-Run Thoughts On The Mavs, Nuggets, Dubs, Rockets, Clippers, Lakers & Grizzlies Mar 30, 2024

Dan and Grant run through one goal or storyline they'll be monitoring during the rest of the 2023-24 NBA season for the Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:55 - Dallas Mavericks
8:37 - Denver Nuggets
14:19 - Golden State Warriors
24:10 - Houston Rockets
32:27 - Los Angeles Clippers
39:12 - Los Angeles Lakers
46:56 - Memphis Grizzlies
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2024 NBA Playoffs Pressure Index Mar 28, 2024

Dan and Grant discuss which 2024 NBA playoff teams and hopefuls are under the most pressure—using tiers! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
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2:31 - NBA Pressure Index
46:14 - STAT PADDING (GUESS-A-PLAYER!)
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Every NBA Team's Most Improved Player Mar 26, 2024

Dan breaks down his most improved player from NBA team for the 2023-24 regular season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:32 - Atlanta Hawks
2:30 - Boston Celtics
3:16 - Brooklyn Nets
4:44 - Charlotte Hornets
6:36 - Chicago Bulls
8:09 - Cleveland Cavaliers
9:50 - Dallas Mavericks
11:09 - Denver Nuggets
12:38 - Detroit Pistons
14:01 - Golden State Warriors
16:03 - Houston Rockets
19:34 - Indiana Pacers
20:45 - Los Angeles Clippers
22:14 - Los Angeles Lakers
24:01 - Memphis Grizzlies
26:47 - Miami Heat
28:27 - Milwaukee Bucks
30:09 - Minnesota Timberwolves
32:07 - New Orleans Pelicans
33:32 - New York Knicks
37:46 - Oklahoma City Thunder
40:01 - Orlando Magic
42:11 - Philadelphia 76ers
43:46 - Phoenix Suns
45:06 - Portland Trail Blazers
48:07 - Sacramento Kings
50:48 - San Antonio Spurs
52:31 - Toronto Raptors
54:21 - Utah Jazz
56:19 - Washington Wizards
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Late-Season Goals/Storylines For The Heat, Bucks, Knicks, Sixers, Magic, Raptors & Wizards Mar 23, 2024

Dan and Grant run through one goal or storyline they'll be monitoring during the rest of the 2023-24 NBA season for the Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers, Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:29 - Miami Heat
8:42 - Milwaukee Bucks
13:56 - New York Knicks
22:30 - Orlando Magic
30:13 - Philadelphia 76ers
37:19 - Toronto Raptors
47:06 - Washington Wizards
54:22 - STAT PADDING (GUESS THAT PLAYER!)
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Late-Season Goals/Storylines For The Hawks, Celtics, Nets, Hornets, Bulls, Cavs, Pistons & Pacers Mar 21, 2024

Dan and Grant run through one goal or storyline they'll be monitoring during the rest of the 2023-24 NBA season for the Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons and Indiana Pacers. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
8:46 - Atlanta Hawks
19:09 - Boston Celtics
25:18 - Brooklyn Nets
31:19 - Charlotte Hornets
36:05 - Chicago Bulls
41:52 - Cleveland Cavaliers
46:51 - Detroit Pistons
53:46 - Indiana Pacers
1:01:40 - STAT PADDING
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Answering Questions For Every Team In The Western Conference (Part 2 of 2) Mar 19, 2024

Dan and Grant are answering questions you have for EVERY team in the NBA. In Part 2 of our Western Conference deep dive, we're covering the Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, Oklahoma City Thunder, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, San Antonio Spurs and Utah Jazz. CHECK OUT PART 1! TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
1:04 - Minnesota Timberwolves
11:08 - New Orleans Pelicans
34:02 - Oklahoma City Thunder
51:18 - Phoenix Suns
55:47 - Portland Trail Blazers
59:10 - Sacramento Kings
1:06:56 - San Antonio Spurs
1:18:14 - Utah Jazz
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Is The New Orleans Pelicans Defense For Real? Mar 17, 2024

Enjoy this sneak snippet from our upcoming episode dropping in which Dan and Grant discuss the intricacies of the New Orleans Pelicans defense.
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Answering Questions For Every Team In The Western Conference (Part 1 of 2) Mar 15, 2024

Dan and Grant are answering questions you have for EVERY team in the NBA. In Part 1 of our Western Conference deep dive, we're covering the Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:19 - Dallas Mavericks
14:34 - Denver Nuggets
19:00 - Golden State Warriors
24:22 - Houston Rockets
38:16 - Los Angeles Clippers
52:19 - Los Angeles Lakers
58:35 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:02:54 - STAT PADDING
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How Far Can The Minnesota Timberwolves Go? Mar 13, 2024

Dan is joined by Kyle Theige (@KyleTheige) from The Dane Moore NBA Podcast and Flagrant Howls podcast to discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves and their ceiling heading into the 2024 NBA playoffs. They get into the Wolves' comeback win over the Los Angeles Clippers, the Karl-Anthony Towns injury and prospective return, rotation changes for Minnesota, Jaden McDaniels struggles, the rise of Naz Reid, a continued ascent for Anthony Edwards and so much more. TIMESTAMPS👇
0:00 - INTRO
2:32 - The Karl-Anthony Towns injury
9:17 - Is KAT under appreciated?
13:16 - The Timberwolves' rotation without Towns
21:31 - What's up with Jaden McDaniels?
27:25 - The development of Anthony Edwards
36:14 - Naz Reid going kaboom
45:03 - Concern for Mike Conley?
47:47 - Lineups the Wolves should try without KAT
50:09 - Should Chris Finch simplify the offense?
51:28 - Where will the Wolves finish in the Western Conference?
54:49 - Toughest playoff matchups for the Timberwolves, Best playoff matchup for the Wolves without Towns
1:03:59 - How much pressure is on the Timberwolves entering playoffs?
1:10:00 - Leonard Miller thoughts, The next generation of the Wolves
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Answering Question For Every NBA Team In The Eastern Conference (Part 2 of 2) Mar 09, 2024

Dan and Grant are answering questions you have for EVERY team in the NBA. We begin with the Eastern Conference. In Part 2 of 2, we'll be tackling questions submitted for the Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers, Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards. Check out Part 1 in which we answer questions on the Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Boston Celtics, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons and Indiana Pacers! IT'S RIGHT HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:44 - Miami Heat
11:47 - Milwaukee Bucks
18:27 - New York Knicks
28:10 - Orlando Magic
37:28 - Philadelphia 76ers
45:34 - Toronto Raptors
57:19 - Washington Wizards
1:07:43 - STAT PADDING (GUESS THAT PLAYER!)
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Answering Questions For Every NBA Team In The Eastern Conference (Part 1 of 2) Mar 07, 2024

Dan and Grant are answering questions you have for EVERY team in the NBA. We begin with the Eastern Conference. In Part 1 of 2, we'll be tackling questions submitted for the Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Boston Celtics, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons and Indiana Pacers. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:04 - Atlanta Hawks
11:39 - Brooklyn Nets
29:59 - Boston Celtics
39:21 - Charlotte Hornets
45:58 - Chicago Bulls
56:01 - Cleveland Cavaliers
1:05:21 - Detroit Pistons
1:13:54 - Indiana Pacers
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2024 NBA Awards Check-In (Part 2) Mar 04, 2024

Dan and Grant check in on the 2024 NBA awards race. In Part 2, they give their *current but subject to change* picks for Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, All-Defense, All-Rookie and All-NBA. CHECK OUT PART 1 WHERE THEY TALK MVP, MOST IMPROVED AND MORE HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
4:52 - Sixth Man of the Year
17:25 - Defensive Player of the Year
37:49 - Rookie of the Year
1:00:10 - All-Rookie Teams
1:09:31 - All-Defense Teams
1:23:25 - All-NBA Teams
1:42:26 - STAT PADDING (GUESS THAT PLAYER!)
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SNEAK SNIPPET: Will Victor Wembanyama Ever Be The Best Player In The NBA? Mar 03, 2024

Enjoy this sneak-snippet from Monday's episode in which Dan and Grant discuss when (or if) Victor Wembanyama will be the best player in the NBA. Can he really usurp Luka Doncic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jayson Tatum, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Devin Booker and others while they're still in their prime? And if so, how soon should we expect Wemby to be the best player in the NBA? Can he rise as quickly as LeBron James did?
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2024 NBA Awards Check-In (Part 1) Mar 01, 2024

Dan and Grant check in on the 2024 NBA awards race. In Part 1, they give their *current but subject to change* picks for MVP, Clutch Player of the Year, Most Improved Player, Executive of the Year and Coach of the Year. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:57 - Criteria and methodology
6:34 - MVP
38:06 - Clutch Player of the Year
43:58 - Most Improved Player
1:03:20 - Executive of the Year
1:14:55 - Coach of the Year
1:26:32 - STAT PADDING
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The Denver Nuggets Title Defense with Ryan Blackburn Feb 28, 2024

Dan is joined by Ryan Blackburn (@BlackburnNBA) from Mile High Sports and The Alley-Oop podcast (@AlleyOopPod) to discuss the Denver Nuggets, their continued evolution, their NBA title defense, the MVP case of Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon at the 5 lineups, the importance of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, the value of Michael Porter Jr., two timelines and MUCH MORE. FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE ALLEY-OOP PODCAST HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:17 - Are the Denver Nuggets sending the rest of the league a message?
4:31 - Most important takeaways from Denver's recent streak
10:28 - Concern level for Jamal Murray's shin splints
12:15 - Where does Murray rank in the league's individual pecking order?
18:55 - Aaron Gordon-at-the-5 lineups
24:38 - The value of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
31:08 - The continued development of Michael Porter Jr.
37:09 - Christian Braun's offensive question marks
39:01 - Importance of Peyton Watson
41:02 - Will Julian Strawther crack the rotation?
43:11 - Biggest concerns facing the Nuggets
54:26 - How much does Denver care about playoff seeding?
58:01 - Which playoff matchups are most compelling/difficult for the Nuggets?
1:05:02 - The MVP race, Nikola Jokic vs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
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MAILBAG: Jalen Green's Future, NBA Ring Culture, Technical Fouls, Pick Swaps, Sign-and-Trades Feb 26, 2024

Dan does some housekeeping and answers some mailbag questions from the Hardwood Knocks Discord. (SHAMELESS PLUG: JOIN OUR DISCORD 👉 https://discord.com/invite/vFF4kKPMdb.) This time around, we're covering the trade value of Jalen Green, some Houston Rockets stuff, ring culture and player movement through the lens of Kevin Durant, a proposed rule change, restrictions in the new CBA and MORE! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:47 - Why do sign-and-trades take place in free agency?
5:14 - How do pick swaps work?
10:02 - Why do NBA teams go from having one first-round pick to trade before the draft to having three first-round picks to trade after?
13:21 - Should the NBA start counting technical fouls as personal fouls?
15:01 - Why do fans and media celebrate teams making trades and free-agency signings but criticize players for leaving or requesting trades in search of better situations?
32:01 - What are the differences between the first apron and second apron of the luxury tax?
38:31 - How do buyouts work in the NBA?
42:15 - Which NBA teams are the best and worst to play for when factoring in income taxes and cost of living?
46:37 - What is Jalen Green's trade value? What are the best trade destinations for Jalen Green?
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NBA News Catch-Up: Nets, Hornets, Timberwolves, All-Star Game, JJ Redick Feb 24, 2024

Dan is BACK from vaca and tackles some topics he's been itching to comment on while he was away, including matters related to the Charlotte Hornets, Brooklyn Nets, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA All-Star Game and JJ Redick/basketball coverage and discourse and fandom in general. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:36 - Mitch Kupchak leaves Charlotte, Hornets direction
7:10 - Brooklyn fires Jacque Vaughn, What's next for the Nets?
13:07 - Let's talk about the NBA All-Star Game
23:30 - Doc Rivers, JJ Redick, accepting and integrating all types of NBA fandom
37:07 - Mike Conley extension, Are the Minnesota Timberwolves here to stay?
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Ranking The Top 10 NBA Centers Feb 23, 2024

Dan and Grant drop their top NBA 10 center rankings!
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Ranking The Top 10 NBA Power Forwards Feb 21, 2024

Dan and Grant drop their top NBA 10 power forward rankings!
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Ranking The Top 10 NBA Small Forwards Feb 19, 2024

Dan and Grant drop their top NBA 10 small forward rankings!
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Ranking The Top 10 NBA Shooting Guards Feb 16, 2024

Dan and Grant drop their top NBA 10 shooting guard rankings!
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Ranking The Top 10 NBA Point Guards Feb 14, 2024

Dan and Grant drop their top NBA 10 point guard rankings!
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Our Biggest Questions For The Rest Of The 2023-24 NBA Season Feb 12, 2024

Dan is joined by Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) of Bleacher Report, Forbes, Liberty Ballers and The NBA Podcast discuss the biggest questions they have for the rest of the 2023-24 NBA season following the trade deadline. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NBA PODCAST HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:41 - Chicago Bulls
11:27 - Who is the second-best team in the Eastern Conference: Knicks, Cavaliers, Bucks or Sixers?
21:33 - What's up the Philadelphia 76ers? Will Joel Embiid play again this season?
26:57 - Which team is more likely to come out of the West: The Minnesota Timberwolves or the Oklahoma City Thunder?
41:22 - Are the Dallas Mavericks any better?
49:40 - How good are the New Orleans Pelicans?
1:01:02 - Are we sleeping on the Phoenix Suns?
1:12:33 - Where do the Sacramento Kings go from here?
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SNEAK SNIPPET: Are We Sleeping On The Phoenix Suns? Feb 10, 2024

Enjoy this sneak-snippet from Monday's episode with Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) of Bleacher Report, Forbes, Liberty Ballers and The NBA Podcast in which he and Dan discuss whether the masses are sleeping on the Phoenix Suns. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NBA PODCAST HERE.
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2024 NBA Trade Deadline Reaction! Feb 09, 2024

Dan and Grant react to (pretty much) everything that happened ahead of the 2024 NBA trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:11 - New York Knicks
8:32 - Philadelphia 76ers
11:28 - OG ANUNOBY HAS SURGERY
12:34 - BACK TO THE SIXERS
17:10 - Dallas Mavericks
26:32 - Charlotte Hornets
30:36 - Oklahoma City Thunder
37:33 - Washington Wizards
40:46 - Toronto Raptors
45:13 - Utah Jazz
40:46 - Toronto Raptors
49:32 - Indiana Pacers
54:21 - Phoenix Suns
58:40 - Detroit Pistons
1:04:52 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:07:58 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:11:08 - Boston Celtics
1:14:40 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:15:37 - Has the contender tier changed at all?, Which acquisition matters the most?
1:21:22 - Golden State Warriors
1:24:48 - Sacramento Kings, Orlando Magic
1:34:02 - Atlanta Hawks, Portland Trail Blazers
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Joel Embiid Injury Impact, Zach LaVine Injury, 65-Game Minimum, STAT PADDING Feb 06, 2024

Dan discusses the latest updates on Joel Embiid and Zach LaVine, and what it means for the Philadelphia 76ers and Chicago Bulls heading into the trade deadline. After that, he and Grant get into the Embiid discourse, the league's 65-game minimum for awards and some STAT PADDING, baby.
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2024 NBA Trade Deadline Primer for Every Team in The WEST Feb 03, 2024

Dan and Grant preview the 2024 NBA trade deadline for every team in the Western Conference. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:09 - Dallas Mavericks
13:11 - Denver Nuggets
17:08 - Golden State Warriors
24:35 - Houston Rockets
30:50 - L.A. Clippers
36:17 - Los Angeles Lakers
44:32 - Memphis Grizzlies
50:39 - Minnesota Timberwolves
57:49 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:04:49 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:15:24 - Phoenix Suns
1:23:15 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:30:44 - Sacramento Kings
1:37:59 - San Antonio Spurs
1:44:39 - Utah Jazz
1:52:44 - STAT PADDING
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Grizzlies-Rockets Trade, Joel Embiid Rant, Julius Randle Update, 2024 NBA All-Star Snubs Feb 02, 2024

Dan reacts to the Julius Randle injury update, and what it means for the New York Knicks at the 2024 NBA trade deadline. Then, he discusses the Steven Adams trade between the Houston Rockets and Memphis Grizzlies. After that, we're talking 2024 NBA All-Star snubs and then SKEWERING the Joel Embiid injury discourse. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:13 - Julius Randle injury update, How does his absence impact the Knicks at the trade deadline?
10:14 - Rockets-Grizzlies trade!
10:38 - Why did Houston trade for Steven Adams?, What does this say about Houston's immediate and long-term future?
20:13 - Why did the Grizzlies get rid of Adams now?, What does this trade say about Memphis' immediate and long-term future?
25:58 - 2024 NBA All-Star rosters and snubs
35:45 - The Joel Embiid injury #discourse
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The Cleveland Cavaliers Are On The Rise...Again Feb 01, 2024

Dan is joined by Carter Rodriguez (@Carter_Shade) from The Chase Down Podcast (@ChaseDownPod) to discuss all things Cleveland Cavaliers—including their ascent without Darius Garland and Evan Mobley, All-Star development from Jarrett Allen, the future of Donovan Mitchell and MUCH MORE. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHASE DOWN POCAST. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:31 - The factors driving Cleveland's shorthanded success
8:38 - Continued evolution of Jarrett Allen
14:02 - Donovan Mitchell juggling different gears
19:19 - Spotlighting "The Others"
19:37 - Caris LeVert
21:11 - Sam Merrill
22:49 - Georges Niang
24:53 - Isaac Okoro
27:04 - Craig Porter Jr.
31:27 - Max Strus
32:21 - Dean Wade
34:58 - The rotation full strength
38:21 - The fit of Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen
45:02 - Cleveland's trade deadline approach, The future of Donovan Mitchell
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2024 NBA Trade Deadline Mega Primer with Keith Smith! Jan 30, 2024

Dan and Grant are joined by Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) from Spotrac to talk about questions and potential themes they'll be monitoring as we head into the 2024 NBA trade deadline. From there, we each discuss our THREE most fascinating teams that we believe could define the deadline. Also, check out the SPOTRAC NBA TRADE MACHINE that Keith helped build. It's easily the best one out there and a great way to support his work. TIMESTAMPS BELOW ⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:07 - The 65-game minimum for NBA awards
11:01 - Themes to monitor at the 2024 NBA trade deadline
21:47 - What is the value of a first-round pick?
26:28 - What do the trades already made say about what will happen at the deadline on February 8?
30:44 - Teams that will define the NBA trade deadline
31:15 - Minnesota Timberwolves
39:40 - Atlanta Hawks
49:44 - New York Knicks
56:47 - Orlando Magic
1:02:11 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:09:27 - Utah Jazz
1:15:27 - Golden State Warriors
1:24:02 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:28:01 - Houston Rockets
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Joel Embiid And Luka Doncic Are Ruining The NBA! Jan 27, 2024

Dan gives his thoughts on the recent NBA #discourse following offensive detonations from Joel Embiid, Luka Doncic, Devin Booker and Karl-Anthony Towns.
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Where Do The Toronto Raptors Go From Here? Jan 26, 2024

Dan is joined by Samson Folk (@samfolkk) from Raptors Republic (@raptorsrepublic) to talk about what's next for the Toronto Raptors after trading Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby for Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett and draft equity. SUBSCRIBE TO AND SUPPORT RAPTORS REPUBLIC HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:33- Impressions of the OG Anunoby and Pascal Siakam trades
11:03 - What is Toronto's direction post-trades?
15:12 - The Raptors approach at the 2024 NBA trade deadline
24:01 - R.J. Barrett's fit in Toronto so far
32:58 - Immanuel Quickley's fit on the Raptors so far
40:01 - The importance Jakob Poeltl
41:48 - What will Immanuel Quickley's next contract look like?
44:03 - Offensive growth of Scottie Barnes
52:46 - Defensive progression of Scottie Barnes
56:12 - What does the next frontier look like for Scottie Barnes?
59:37 - How has Darko Rajokovic done so far?
1:09:50 - Should we be concerned about Gradey Dick?
1:14:06 - Favorite Raptors players, Ode to Chris Boucher
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Why The Washington Wizards "Fired" Wes Unseld Jr. Jan 25, 2024

Dan gives his thoughts on the Washington Wizards deciding to fire, er, we mean, demote or reassign head coach Wes Unseld Jr. Spoiler alert: It has a lot to do with Bilal Coulibaly as well as Unseld's interim replacement, Brian Keefe.
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The Bucks Are Hiring Doc Rivers?!, Terry Rozier Trade Reaction, Mini Mailbag! Jan 24, 2024

Dan reacts to the Milwaukee Bucks firing head coach Adrian Griffin and reportedly hiring Doc Rivers as his replacement. After that, he breaks down the implications of the Terry Rozier trade for the Miami Heat, Charlotte Hornets and Kyle Lowry. Then, it's on to a mini NBA mailbag! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:58 - The Milwaukee Bucks fire Adrian Griffin and...hire Doc Rivers?!?
18:13 - Breaking down the Terry Rozier fit with the Miami Heat
30:48 - Direction of the Charlotte Hornets, Kyle Lowry's future
39:47 - Tristan Thompson suspension
40:53 - Kevin Porter Jr. update
42:34 - The importance of Kris Dunn to the Utah Jazz
44:17 - Why are player heights so fluid and outdated?
47:20 - What should the Detroit Pistons do with their cap space this summer?
55:22 - Explaining draft pick protections and the Stepien Rule
1:02:54 - Which basketball metric do you wish existed?
1:04:32 - Why doesn't the NBA distinguish between live-ball and dead-ball turnovers?
1:05:58 - Where do you rate the Darko Rajokovic postgame ethering of NBA referees?
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Ranking The Top 22 NBA Players Under 22 Jan 22, 2024

Dan and Grant rank their top NBA players under 22 based on who they want for the rest of their career. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:41 - Rankings criteria
1:51 - Ranking the top 22 NBA players under 22
55:06 - STAT PADDING!
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1 Trade Target For Every NBA Team (With A Twist!) Jan 19, 2024

Dan and Grant come up with ONE target for EVERY team ahead of the 2024 NBA trade deadline. However! There is a twist! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO, Dejan Milojević, Josh Giddey
5:11 - 1 trade target for every NBA team (with a twist!)
57:01 - GUESS THAT NBA PLAYER!
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Breaking Down The Raptors Trading Pascal Siakam To The Pacers Jan 18, 2024

Dan and Grant discuss all the ins, outs and, hell, even diagonals of the Toronto Raptors trading Pascal Siakam to the Indiana Pacers for Bruce Brown, Jordan Nwora, Kira Lewis Jr. and three first-round picks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:03 - Are we seeing more trades ahead of the deadline than normal?
7:07 - Pascal Siakam to the Pacers!
27:45 - Impact on the Raptors future
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2024 NBA Trade Deadline Primer for Every Team in The East Jan 12, 2024

Dan and Grant preview the 2024 NBA trade deadline for every team in the Eastern Conference. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:38 - Atlanta Hawks
12:20 - Charlotte Hornets
19:50 - Miami Heat
25:14 - Orlando Magic
32:22 - Washington Wizards
38:47 - Chicago Bulls
48:02 - Cleveland Cavaliers
57:07 - Detroit Pistons
1:03:59 - Indiana Pacers
1:11:52 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:19:27 - Boston Celtics
1:22:33 - Brooklyn Nets
1:29:43 - New York Knicks
1:38:36 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:48:25 - Toronto Raptors
1:56:17 - STAT PADDING
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Donovan Mitchell Rumors, Kawhi Leonard Extension, Pascal Siakam's Future, News Reaction Jan 11, 2024

Dan bounces around the latest NBA trade rumors and news items and rambles both coherently and incoherently about his thoughts, feelz, impressions of them all. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
0:51 - Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat "rumors"
6:08 - Cade Cunningham, Detroit Pistons
7:42 - Tyrese Haliburton injury, Indiana Pacers interest in Pascal Siakam
12:23 - Golden State Warriors sadness
19:06 - Marcus Smart injury, Vincent Williams Jr. contract, Memphis Grizzlies direction
21:20 - Kawhi Leonard extension, Will the L.A. Clippers make another big trade?
27:53 - Darvin Ham's gig with the Los Angeles Lakers is safe(?)
28:54 - Mitchell Robinson could return, Should the New York Knicks stand pat at the trade deadline?
31:23 - Erik Spoelstra extension
33:34 - Joel Embiid injury and its impact on his MVP pursuit
35:15 - The case for the Toronto Raptors to keep Pascal Siakam
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Ja Morant Injury Fallout Jan 09, 2024

Dan gives his extended thoughts on the Ja Morant season-ending injury, what it means for the Memphis Grizzlies, and how they should approach their team-building ahead of the 2024 NBA trade deadline.
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Will The 2024 NBA Trade Deadline Be Chaotic? Jan 08, 2024

Dan gives his extended thoughts on why he expectes the 2024 NBA trade deadline to be an all-timer. Then, along with Grant, it's on to STAT PADDING! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Thoughts on the 2024 NBA trade deadline
31:09 - STAT PADDING
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Bouncin' Around: Draymond, Raptors, Knicks, Hawks, Clippers, Grizzlies, Thunder, Bulls Jan 04, 2024

Dan and Grant address the latest Draymond Green "news." Then, they continue to unpack the futures of the Toronto Raptors and New York Knicks. After that, they bounce around to talk about the Oklahoma City Thunder, Atlanta Hawks, Phoenix Suns, L.A. Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies and Chicago Bulls. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:49 - Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors
7:14 - Wrapping up the OG Anunoby trade, the Toronto Raptors direction
20:29 - Another mega move coming for the New York Knicks?
37:34 - The direction of the Atlanta Hawks
46:54 - Memphis Grizzlies with Ja Morant, Should they make a trade?
57:11 - Can the Oklahoma City Thunder win the title as currently constructed?
1:12:54 - Where are the L.A. Clippers in the NBA pecking order?
1:24:24 - Where do the Chicago Bulls go from here?
1:31:11 - Are we underrating the Phoenix Suns?
1:41:13 - STAT PADDING
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MAILBAG: Pasal Siakam trades, Wemby's Efficiency, Donovan Mitchell to Toronto?! Jan 02, 2024

MAIL TIME. Dan discusses the latest Pascal Siakam and Toronto Raptors trade rumors as well as his favorite potential destinations. Then, it's on to the FIRST MAILBAG OF 2024. This latest batch of questions will cover Donovan Mitchell, Craig Porter Jr., All-NBA snubs, Victor Wembanyama, the Rookie of the Year race, Tobias Harris and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:48 - Pascal Siakam rumors, trade destinations
31:25 - Rookie of the Year race, Craig Porter Jr. impressions
37:23 - Can Victor Wembanyama still win Rookie of the Year
44:01 - What is the ideal player profile to have alongside Tyrese Maxey during the playoffs?
48:48 - Is Tobias Harris underrated?
55:32 - Which players will be impacted most by positionless All-NBA teams?
1:00:59 - What is the best player comparison for the way Lauri Markkanen is currently playing in Utah?
1:04:11 - Which player archetypes do you have a soft spot for? Which player archetypes frustrate you the most?
1:09:37 - Should the Raptors try trading for Donovan Mitchell this season?
1:14:42 - The play of Andre Drummond
1:16:38 - Who are your favorite NBA writers and reporters and why?
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The OG Anunoby Trade Reaction Dec 31, 2023

Dan offers his initial thoughts on the Toronto Raptors trading OG Anunoby to the New York Knicks in exchange for RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley and a 2024 Detroit Pistons second-round pick.
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Every NBA Team's Biggest Regret Of 2023: The East Dec 30, 2023

Dan and Grant are rolling through their biggest regret for EVERY NBA team from the 2023 calendar year. Next up: THE EASTERN CONFERENCE! Check out the Western Conference pod here. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO/The Zion Williamson Tattoo
4:08 - Criteria
7:12 - Atlanta Hawks
9:43 - Boston Celtics
12:44 - Brooklyn Nets
15:12 - Charlotte Hornets
18:09 - Chicago Bulls
21:37 - Cleveland Cavaliers
23:48 - Detroit Pistons
29:24 - Indiana Pacers
33:51 - Miami Heat
36:11 - Milwaukee Bucks
40:48 - New York Knicks
44:50 - Orlando Magic
48:17 - Philadelphia 76ers
51:29 - Toronto Raptors
55:28 - Washington Wizards
59:54 - STAT PADDING
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Every NBA Team's Biggest Regret Of 2023: The West Dec 28, 2023

Dan and Grant are rolling through their biggest regret for EVERY NBA team from the 2023 calendar year. First up: THE WESTERN CONFERENCE! And some news and rumors! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:49 - NBA News and Rumors
31:51 - Criteria for biggest regrets
34:46 - Dallas Mavericks
38:03 - L.A. Clippers
43:08 - New Orleans Pelicans
46:37 - Portland Trail Blazers
49:30 - Oklahoma City Thunder
54:10 - Utah Jazz
59:07 - San Antonio Spurs
1:03:42 - Los Angeles Lakers
1:07:33 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:11:08 - Denver Nuggets
1:14:33 - Houston Rockets
1:18:48 - Sacramento Kings
1:22:59 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:25:32 - Phoenix Suns
1:30:17 - Golden State Warriors
1:38:44 - STAT PADDING
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Holiday Wish Lists For All 30 NBA Teams Dec 23, 2023

Dan and Grant run through one thing each NBA team should have on their 2023 holiday wish lists as we near Christmas Day and New Year's. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
7:04 - Washington Wizards
9:20 - Utah Jazz
11:45 - Toronto Raptors
14:03 - San Antonio Spurs
16:48 - Sacramento Kings
18:02 - Portland Trail Blazers
19:25 - Phoenix Suns
20:59 - Philadelphia 76ers
23:55 - Orlando Magic
25:37 - Oklahoma City Thunder
27:44 - New York Knicks
30:43 - New Orleans Pelicans
33:23 - Minnesota Timberwolves
36:14 - Milwaukee Bucks
39:42 - Miami Heat
41:23 - Memphis Grizzlies
43:40 - Los Angeles Lakers
45:59 - L.A. Clippers
48:25 - Indiana Pacers
50:44 - Houston Rockets
53:43 - Golden State Warriors
57:15 - Detroit Pistons
59:08 - Denver Nuggets
1:00:39 - Dallas Nuggets
1:02:41 - Cleveland Cavaliers
1:05:16 - Chicago Bulls
1:07:12- Charlotte Hornets
1:08:28 - Brooklyn Nets
1:10:01 - Boston Celtics
1:11:46 - Atlanta Hawks
1:13:01 - STAT PADDING
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Reacting to the Latest NBA Trade Rumors and News for All 30 Teams Dec 21, 2023

Dan and Grant react to the latest NBA trade rumors and news items for EVERY SINGLE TEAM. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:52 - Atlanta Hawks
8:07 - Boston Celtics
9:52 - Brooklyn Nets
11:21 - Charlotte Hornets
13:12 - Chicago Rumors
15:53 - Cleveland Cavaliers
20:52 - Dallas Mavericks
22:08 - Denver Nuggets
24:23 - Detroit Pistons
29:53 - Golden State Warriors
36:33 - Houston Rockets
37:04 - Indiana Pacers
40:14 - L.A. Clippers
42:38 - Los Angeles Lakers
44:41 - Memphis Grizzlies
47:51 - Miami Heat
51:37 - Milwaukee Bucks
53:16 - Minnesota Timberwolves
59:30 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:00:39 - New York Knicks
1:04:31 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:06:12 - Orlando Magic
1:07:50 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:09:18 - Phoenix Suns
1:12:06 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:13:33 - Sacramento Kings
1:18:12 - San Antonio Spurs
1:18:33 - Toronto Raptors
1:24:11 - Utah Jazz
1:30:43 - Washington Wizards
1:33:10 - STAT PADDING
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Life in the NBA G-League with Alex Squadron Dec 19, 2023

Dan is joined by Alex Squadron (@alex_squadron), the author of Life in the G: Minor League Basketball and the Relentless Pursuit of the NBA. They get into the process and inspiration behind Alex writing this book, some wild G-League stories, the different lifestyles led by minor league basketball players versus NBA players and MUCH more. BUY LIFE IN THE G HERE! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:37 - The Birmingham Squadron
5:58 - Inspiration for the book
8:45 - Betting on yourself
11:37 - Getting access to the G-League
13:35 - What was the most surreal part of the access
18:23 - Gaining the trust of G-League players, coaches, management, etc.
25:26 - Player background stories
26:27 - Wild G-League stories
36:06 - The concept of team-building and winning in the G-League
42:09 - Camaraderie in the G-League
46:56 - Covering the G-League during Omicron
53:46 - G-League lifestyle vs. NBA lifestyle
1:03:14 - Writing another book
1:09:23 - Closing thoughts on "Life in the G..."
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Trade Ideas For NBA's Most Disappointing Teams & STAT PADDING Dec 18, 2023

Dan and Grant discuss five—OKAY, SIX—different trade ideas for the NBA's most disappointing squads during the 2023-24 regular season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
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3:29 - Trade No. 1
6:09 - Trade No. 2
13:01 - Trade No. 3
18:25 - Trade No. 4
27:17 - Trade No. 5
31:18 - BONUS TRADE
39:04 - STAT PADDING
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Every NBA Team's Biggest Need Entering Trade Season Dec 15, 2023

Dan and Grant SPRINT through every NBA team's biggest need as the unofficially official start of trade season tips off. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
5:55 - Detroit Pistons
7:34 - San Antonio Spurs
9:53 - Washington Wizards
11:48 - Memphis Grizzlies
13:49 - Portland Trail Blazers
15:27 - Charlotte Hornets
17:27 - Utah Jazz
19:12 - Chicago Bulls
21:37 - Atlanta Hawks
23:32 - Toronto Raptors
25:33 - Golden State Warriors
28:42 - Phoenix Suns
30:13 - Cleveland Cavaliers
32:49 - New Orleans Pelicans
34:56 - Brooklyn Nets
37:34 - L.A Clippers
38:50 - New York Knicks
40:32 - Houston Rockets
42:22 - Miami Heat
44:18 - Sacramento Kings
45:59 - Indiana Pacers
47:49 - Los Angeles Lakers
50:25 - Denver Nuggets
51:42 - Dallas Mavericks
53:29 - Oklahoma City Thunder
55:35 - Philadelphia 76ers
57:38 - Orlando Magic
59:22 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:00:49 - Minnesota Timberwolves
1:03:06 - Boston Celtics
1:05:25 - STAT PADDING
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The Draymond Green Suspension Is... Dec 14, 2023

Dan offers his thoughts on the Draymond Green suspension as well as the direction of the Golden State Warriors, the play of Klay Thompson and Andrew Wiggins and what the organization owes Stephen Curry.
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Updated Win-Loss Predictions For Every NBA Team Dec 11, 2023

Dan goes through his updated win-loss projections for every NBA team following the conclusion of the In-Season Tournament as well as his reasoning behind each prediction. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:21 - Atlanta Hawks
2:40 - Boston Celtics
3:25 - Brooklyn Nets
4:54 - Charlotte Hornets
5:51 - Chicago Bulls
7:04 - Cleveland Cavaliers
8:12 - Dallas Mavericks
9:50 - Denver Nuggets
11:53 - Detroit Pistons
13:46 - Golden State Warriors
16:06 - Houston Rockets
18:20 - Indiana Pacers
20:27 - L.A. Clippers
22:28 - Los Angeles Lakers
24:20 - Memphis Grizzlies
25:42 - Miami Heat
27:34 - Milwaukee Bucks
29:05 - Minnesota Timberwolves
32:46 - New Orleans Pelicans
36:15 - New York Knicks
39:57 - Oklahoma City Thunder
43:17 - Orlando Magic
45:18 - Philadelphia 76ers
47:21 - Phoenix Suns
49:23 - Portland Trail Blazers
50:33 - Sacramento Kings
51:32 - San Antonio Spurs
52:56 - Toronto Raptors
55:31 - Utah Jazz
57:56 - Washington Wizards
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NBA Teams One Player Away From Title Contention Dec 08, 2023

Dan and Grant talk about *12* NBA teams that they believe are one player away from title contention. First, we begin with our list of inner circle contenders. Then, it's on to our one-player-away candidates. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:22 - Inner Circle Contenders: Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Boston Celtics, Milwaukee Bucks
5:15 - Phoenix Suns
14:04 - Philadelphia 76ers
21:33 - New Orleans Pelicans
31:45 - Golden State Warriors
40:16 - Cleveland Cavaliers
48:51 - Oklahoma City Thunder
59:55 - Sacramento Kings
1:04:51 - Los Angeles Lakers, L.A. Clippers
1:15:21 - New York Knicks, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic
1:25:25 - STAT PADDING
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NBA In-Season Tournament, Bucks vs Pacers, Lakers vs Pelicans, Hawks Outlook, News & Rumors Dec 07, 2023

After getting to the latest news and rumors, Dan and Grant discuss their big-picture impressions of the NBA In-Season Tournament. Then, they quickly preview the semifinals matchups between the Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks and the Los Angeles Lakers and New Orleans Pelicans. After that, they get into the Atlanta Hawks' disappointing start to the year, the Zach LaVine injury news and some STAT PADDING.
0:00 - INTRO
4:18 - NEWS & RUMORS
21:46 - The In-Season Tournament
35:31 - Milwaukee Bucks vs. Indiana Pacers
42:04 - New Orleans Pelicans vs. Los Angeles Lakers
47:23 - Do the Atlanta Hawks have another level in them?
1:03:38 - STAT PADDING
1:10:07 - Zach LaVine injury news
1:13:30 - BACK TO STAT PADDING
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Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers Check-In w/ Setting The Pace Dec 06, 2023

Dan joined the Setting The Pace (@PacersPodSTP) podcast hosted by Alex Golden (@AlexGoldenNBA) and Alex Facci (@a_facci) to discuss Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers. They cover Indy's play during the In Season Tournament quarterfinals as well as overarching thoughts on the IST overall. They also get into some big-picture discussions about the Pacers' timeline. SUBSCRIBE TO SETTING THE PACE ON APPLE, SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE.
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The All-Underpaid NBA Draft...And STAT PADDING! Dec 04, 2023

Dan and Grant draft their All-Underpaid NBA teams and then embark on some serious STAT PADDING. Which players have the most 50-point games? Who are the most random players you have a soft spot for? Plus, WOULD-YOU-RATHER madness. And more! FULL BREAKDOWN⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:47 - All-Underpaid NBA Team Criteria
4:58 - ALL-UNDERPAID NBA TEAM DRAFT
35:41 - STAT PADDING
—Which NBA players had their shot blocked the most: Joel Embiid, Jalen Green, Giannis Antetokounmpo, RJ Barrett, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jaden Ivey, Trae Young, Jordan Poole, Anthony Davis, Fred VanVleet and MORE!
—Which NBA players had more 50-point games: LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Jamal Crawford, Brandon Jennings, Devin Booker, Bradley Beal, Jamal Murray, Nikola Jokic, Allen Iverson, Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal, Luka Doncic, Stephen Curry, Damian Lillard and MORE!
—Who is the most random NBA player you enjoy watching?
—Would you rather have Cade Cunningham on the Celtics or Jaylen Brown on the Pistons?
—Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo vs. Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey
—Which NBA player's teams have the best record in the elimination games: Jimmy Butler, James Harden, Damian Lillard or Russell Westbrook?
—Ja Morant vs. Ben Simmons
—Luka Doncic vs. Anthony Edwards
—Chet Holmgren and LeBron James vs. Victor Wembanyama and Kyrie Irving
—M-O-R-E
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Checking In On The Magic, Pelicans, Lakers, Kings, Cavs, Wolves & Thunder Nov 30, 2023

Dan and Grant discuss some NBA teams that have piqued their curiosity in recent weeks, including the Oklahoma City Thunder, Minnesota Timberwolves, Orlando Magic, New Orleans Pelicans, Sacramento Kings, Los Angeles Lakers and more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
5:59 - News and Rumors
20:05 - Bouncing around the NBA's biggest surprises and disappontments
21:00 - Orlando Magic
33:57 - New Orleans Pelicans
44:36 - Los Angeles Lakers
49:39 - Sacramento Kings
1:01:46 - Cleveland Cavaliers
1:13:01 - Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder
1:31:12 - STAT PADDING
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MAILBAG: Ausar Thompson For ROY? Siakam To The Knicks? Mark Cuban Sells The Mavs! Nov 29, 2023

MAIL TIME. After discussing Mark Cuban selling the Dallas Mavericks and the latest Josh Giddey news, Dan answers YOUR questions. This latest trip around the NBA covers the Rookie of the Year case for Ausar Thompson while pitting him against Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren, trade targets for the Memphis Grizzlies, a surprise destination for Pascal Siakam (The Knicks!), the NBA In-Season Tournament and SO MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:25 - News: Mark Cuban sells Mavericks, Josh Giddey allegations update
14:19 - The NBA In-Season Tournament
20:34 - Can the Memphis Grizzlies trade for Mitchell Robinson?, Other big-man targets
29:20 - Is Pascal Siakam a good fit on the New York Knicks?
38:02 - Is the New Orleans Pelicans floor-spacing to blame for Zion Williamson not getting to the foul line as often?
42:01 - Which rules from other sports should the NBA adopt?
45:48 - Can Ausar Thompson beat Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren in the NBA Rookie of the Year race?
52:50 - Are the Oklahoma City Thunder giving up on Ousmane Dieng?
58:59 - Questions about Dan!
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NBA Western Conference Tiers with DNVR Nuggets' Serbian Corner Nov 27, 2023

Dan joined 'Serbian Corner' of the DNVR network to speak with host Miroslav Cuk (@MiroslavCuk) about the NBA's top teams in the Western Conference. First, Dan provides some thoughts on the Josh Giddey allegations. After that, Miroslav puts West teams into tiers and asks Dan for his thoughts on where the Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, LA Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, Oklahoma City Thunder, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, San Antonio Spurs and Utah Jazz.
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NBA Optimism Index: The Eastern Conference Nov 24, 2023

Dan and Grant discuss one thing, development, player, etc. that has impressed them this season for EVERY NBA team in the Eastern Conference. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO
2:44 - Atlanta Hawks, Jalen Johnson
8:50 - Boston Celtics, Drive-and-Kicks, Kristaps Porzingis
13:35 - Brooklyn Nets, Cam Thomas, Dorian Finney-Smith, Lonnie Walker IV
18:14 - Charlotte Hornets, Brandon Miller
23:19 - Chicago Bulls, Forcing Turnovers, Alex Caruso
27:53 - Cleveland Cavaliers, Offensive Pace, Max Strus, Evan Mobley
32:25 - Detroit Pistons, Ausar Thompson
41:31 - Indiana Pacers, Half-Court Offense, Tyrese Haliburton, Bruce Brown
49:22 - Miami Heat, Bam Adebayo, Jimmy Butler
54:25 - Milwaukee Bucks, Defense, Brook Lopez
59:41 - New York Knicks, Mitchell Robinson
1:04:33 - Orlando Magic, Defense
1:08:45 - Philadelphia 76ers, Tyrese Maxey
1:13:57 - Toronto Raptors, Scottie Barnes
1:17:49 - Washington Wizards, Bilal Coulibaly
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NBA Optimism Index: The Western Conference Nov 22, 2023

Dan and Grant discuss one thing, development, player, etc. that has impressed them this season for EVERY NBA team in the Western Conference.TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:56 - Dallas Mavericks
6:00 - Denver Nuggets
9:41 - Golden State Warriors
15:28 - Houston Rockets
18:11 - LA Clippers
22:20 - Los Angeles Lakers
28:02 - Memphis Grizzlies
32:05 - Minnesota Timberwolves
35:16 - New Orleans Pelicans
40:33 - Oklahoma City Thunder
49:32 - Phoenix Suns
56:01 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:01:27 - Sacramento Kings
1:07:29 - San Antonio Spurs
1:13:25 - Utah Jazz
1:19:41 - STAT PADDING
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Checking In on the Houston Rockets Nov 21, 2023

Dan hopped on the Red Nation Hoops podcast (@RedNationHoops) with Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) to discuss the short- AND long-term outlooks of the Houston Rockets, including the importance of the Alperen Sengun breakout. SUBSCRIBE TO RED NATION HOOPS ON APPLE, SPOTIFYAND YOUTUBE!
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Timberwolves! Pacers! Knicks! Pelicans! Josh Giddey! Oh My! Nov 20, 2023

Dan hopped on the Knicks Film School podcast (@KnickFilmSkool) with Andrew Claudio (@AndrewJClaudio_) to discuss not only the New York Knicks, but the Indiana Pacers, Houston Rockets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Miami Heat, New Orleans Pelicans and much more! SUBSCRIBE TO KNICKS FILM SCHOOL ON APPLE, SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:54 - Are the Rockets #good?
6:14 - Is the Timberwolves defense for real?
10:10 - Are the Pacers the best offensive show in the NBA?
12:31 - Can Knicks fans enjoy watching Obi & be fine he's not on the Knicks?
20:12 - When do we start worrying about the Clippers or the Suns?
22:01 - Is this the final year of this version of the Pelicans?
27:10 - Is the Bucks defense getting better?
31:09 - Does OKC have a Josh Giddey problem?
32:25 - Does Cleveland's starting 5 need an adjustment?
36:20 - Dan's thoughts on RJ, Mitch, Brunson & the Knicks start to the season
51:54 - Mt. Rushmore of League Pass teams to "must see"
54:02 - Are the Miami Heat gonna do this to us again?
56:36 - How unstoppable is the healthy version of the Celtics?
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Peace or Panic?! (The Western Conference) Nov 18, 2023

Dan and Grant spotlight concerns for every NBA team in the Western Conference to start the 2023-24 NBA season and decide whether it's time to seriously worry about them. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:41 - Dallas Mavericks
5:45 - Denver Nuggets
9:26 - Golden State Warriors
15:13 - Houston Rockets
17:56 - LA Clippers
22:05 - Los Angeles Lakers
27:47 - Memphis Grizzlies
31:50 - Minnesota Timberwolves
35:01 - New Orleans Pelicans
40:18 - Oklahoma City Thunder
49:17 - Phoenix Suns
55:46 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:01:12 - Sacramento Kings
1:07:14 - San Antonio Spurs
1:13:10 - Utah Jazz
1:19:16 - STAT PADDING
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Peace or Panic?! (The Eastern Conference) Nov 17, 2023

Dan and Grant spotlight concerns for every NBA team in the Eastern Conference to start the 2023-24 NBA season and decide whether it's time to seriously worry about them. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
7:08 - News and Rumors
16:00 - PEACE OR PANIC?!
16:30 - Atlanta Hawks
18:58 - Boston Celtics
23:07 - Brooklyn Nets
27:02 - Charlotte Hornets
32:35 - Chicago Bull
39:47 - Cleveland Cavaliers
43:53 - Detroit Pistons
49:49 - Indiana Pacers
52:58 - Miami Heat
58:48 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:06:48 - New York Knicks
1:10:28 - Orlando Magic
1:15:40 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:20:08 - Toronto Raptors
1:26:51 - Washington Wizards
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MAILBAG: Rise of the Rockets, Keyonte George Ceiling, Jalen Suggs Breakout?, Bucks Defense Nov 13, 2023

MAIL TIME. Dan answers YOUR questions. This latest journey around the NBA covers the rise of the Houston Rockets, a deep dive into the Milwaukee Bucks defense and how to fix it, Jalen Suggs' breakout, trade targets for the Orlando Magic, a look at Keyonte George's ceiling on the Utah Jazz and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
5:13 - CROWDSOURCING!
6:56 - NEWS: Kelly Oubre Jr. injury + Should the NBA draft be two days?
13:25 - Why didn't the NBA use divisions for the in-season tournament?
17:18 - Who will be stronger and more physical by the prime of their career: Victor Wembanyama, Evan Mobley or Chet Holmgren?
19:55 - Is OG Anunoby a good trade target for the Indiana Pacers?
27:13 - What is Keyonte George's ceiling on the Utah Jazz?
30:57 - Is Jalen Suggs breaking out?
35:06 - Best trade targets for the Orlando Magic
39:42 - Is Kentavious Caldwell-Pope's defense underrated?
44:33 - What's up with the Milwaukee Bucks defense?
49:20 - Which surprise teams will sustain their play? Which struggling teams will turn things around?
54:56 - What's the best San Antonio Spurs lineup so far?
55:53 - What's the Los Angeles Lakers free-throw differential?
58:12 - What's driving the success of the Houston Rockets?
1:03:54 - A peak behind the editing curtain
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75-Plus Minutes of 'STAT PADDING' Nov 10, 2023

Dan and Grant give you 70-PLUS MINUTES of our 'Stat Padding' segment. We're talking Hall of Fame probability from Basketball-Reference, NBA word association, 'Guess That Player!,' Stephen Curry and LeBron James hypotheticals, a Draymond Green vs. Ben Simmons off-the-walls scenario, statistical over/unders for players, terrible NBA draft takes and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO/ PUPPY TALK
6:01 - STAT PADDING
6:17 - Guess That Player!
27:36 - 25-point seasons
31:40 - Player over/unders
35:34 - Draymond Green with a backpack or Ben Simmons free throws?
37:12 - Stephen Curry on the Miami Heat or LeBron James on the Golden State Warriors
40:02 - Klay Thompson or Draymond Green?
41:56 - Hall of Fame probability quiz
48:11 - Which NBA rookies were you most wrong about?
51:14 - Which NBA player has these tattoos
56:11 - NBA word association
1:07:03 - Start, bench, cut NBA signature moves
1:11:44 - Guess these NBA nicknames
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Are the Timberwolves Juggernauts?, Thunder Timeline, RJ Barrett Evolution, Hawks, Bucks, Pacers Nov 08, 2023

Dan and Grant discuss the latest NBA injury news and answer a mailbag question about the future of title contenders. Then, they bounce around the league to discuss teams and players who have stuck out to them the most so far. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:07 - Injury news and updates
11:08 - Will younger NBA teams start winning titles?
21:04 - Oklahoma City Thunder
23:22 - Chet Holmgren
32:03 - Minnesota Timberwolves
47:01 - Jalen Johnson and the Atlanta Hawks
53:38 - RJ Barrett, New York Knicks
1:03:28 - Milwaukee Bucks, MarJon Beauchamp
1:11:41 - Indiana Pacers
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MAILBAG: Scottie Barnes' Leap, Zach LaVine Trades, Bucks Defense, Jaden Ivey Noise Nov 06, 2023

MAIL TIME. Dan answers YOUR questions that cover James Harden, the Milwaukee Bucks defense, Scottie Barnes' breakout and the future of the Toronto Raptors, Zach LaVine trade destinations, the Phoenix Suns, the CJ McCollum injury and evolution and MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:00 - NBA City Edition Jerseys
7:25 - Jaden Ivey and the Detroit Pistons
12:35 - Jalen Johnson, Dallas Mavericks, Washington Wizards
18:15 - James Harden, Draymond Green
25:02 - Milwaukee Bucks defense
28:59 - Building a 10-man rotation with healthy Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies and Detroit Pistons players
31:33 - Time to worry about the Phoenix Suns?
36:20 - Time to worry about the Miami Heat?
42:20 - Utah Jazz trade targets
50:22 - Impressions of Scottie Barnes, Can the Toronto Raptors keep him AND Pascal Siakam?
1:00:52 - Zach LaVine trade destinations
1:09:20 - CJ McCollum's play and injury, the New Orleans Pelicans
1:14:08 - You have THREE NBA wishes...
1:17:13 - The origin of our love for Frank Ntilikina
1:19:49 - What should the league rename the NBA Cup?
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The NBA Cup + 25 Breakout Players Nov 04, 2023

Dan gives his thoughts on the NBA in-season tournament and then runs through 25 players who are currently breaking out to start the 2023-24 regular season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:29 - The NBA In-Season Tournament
11:40 - Deep Cut Breakouts
17:32 - Second Year Breakouts
20:10 - Third Year Breakouts
25:15 - "Oh, You Though Their Contracts Were Bad?!" Breakouts
30:44 - Continuation of Leaps from Last Year
36:23 - Stardom Bound Breakouts
44:39 - Superstars Re-Breaking Out?!?
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Breaking Down The James Harden Trade Oct 31, 2023

Dan and Grant cover every angle of the James Harden trade. What does it mean for the Philadelphia 76ers? Are the L.A. Clippers among the top NBA title contenders now? Which star might Philly target? What's the NBA's championship pecking order? All this, and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️

2023-24 NBA Season Overreactions: The East Oct 30, 2023

Dan and Grant use hyperbole to get into some of their most critical takeaways, thoughts, musings, observations and predictions for the Eastern Conference. We also respond to your NBA hot takes. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO/CRITERIA
2:21 - Brooklyn Nets
6:09 - Chicago Bulls
12:49 - Atlanta Hawks
16:41 - Detroit Pistons, Cade Cunningham
22:07 - Washington Wizards
26:38 - James Harden, Philadelphia 76ers, L.A. Clippers
31:08 - Orlando Magic, Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero
35:49 - Milwaukee Bucks
40:03 - Cleveland Cavaliers, Evan Mobley
43:26 - Miami Heat
45:38 - Boston Celtics
49:07 - Toronto Raptors
52:09 - 'HOT OR NOT?!' SUBMISSIONS
—Dallas Mavericks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Houston Rockets, Dallas Mavericks
—Oklahoma City Thunder
—Memphis Grizzlies
—Jason Kidd, Mavs again
—Four 50-plus-win teams in the Western Conference?
—Bradley Beal, Devin Booker, Kevin Durant
—Brandin Podziemski
—Grizzlies
—Russell Westbrook
—Cade Cunningham
—Indiana Pacers
—Mavs, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers
—Washington Wizards
—New Orleans Pelicans
—Atlanta Hawks
—Zion Williamson, Kevin Durant, Paul George
—Anthony Davis
—Jordan Poole
—Devin Booker
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2023-24 NBA Season Overreactions: The West Oct 27, 2023

LET'S OVERREACT, PART 1. Dan and Grant use hyperbole to get into some of their most critical takeaways, thoughts, musings, observations and predictions following the open two days of 2023-24 NBA regular season action. FIRST UP: The Western Conference. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:15 - CRITERIA
6:33 - Memphis Grizzlies, Steven Adams
13:03 - Portland Trail Blazers, Robert Williams III
20:30 - Denver Nuggets, Michael Porter Jr.
29:32 - Golden State Warriors, Jonathan Kuminga
40:57 - Utah Jazz, Keyonte George
47:01 - San Antonio Spurs, Victor Wembanyama
57:02 - Dallas Mavericks, Dereck Lively, Devin Vassell
1:03:58 - Phoenix Suns, Devin Booker
1:09:38 - STAT PADDING
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Breaking Down The NBA Extension Extravaganza Oct 24, 2023

Dan is joined by freelance NBA writer and salary-cap enthusiast David Brandon (@birdrightsnba) to discuss the flurry of recent extensions. They also get into the players who were eligible for rookie extensions and did not sign them. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:23 - Why did we get so many extensions?
5:18 - The Giannis Antetokounmpo extension
10:30 - The Jaden McDaniels extension, Future of the Timberwolves
16:48 - The Josh Green extension
23:40 - The Onyeka Okongwu extension, No extension for Saddiq Bey
27:51 - The Cole Anthony extension
35:19 - The Deni Avdija extension
38:43 - The Zeke Nnaji extension
43:26 - The Zach Collins extension
47:47 - The Aaron Nesmith extension
51:19 - Aleksej Pokusevski
52:18 - James Wiseman, The Pistons
56:03 - No extension for Immanuel Quickley
1:01:53 - No extension for Tyrese Maxey, The Sixers' future
1:05:21 - No extension for Patrick Williams
1:08:13 - No extension for Isaac Okoro, Other non-extensions
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Miami Heat 2023-24 Lookahead Oct 22, 2023

Dan is joined by Miami Heat podcaster and fan Allana Tachauer (@AllanaTachauer) to talk about...the 2023-24 Miami Heat! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:01 - Miami's 2023 Finals run
4:48 - The departures of Max Strus and Gabe Vincent
5:59 - Kyle Lowry and Tyler Herro reactions to being in trade rumors
7:46 - The continued development of Tyler Herro
11:43 - Josh Richardson, Thomas Bryant, Kevin Love
14:03 - Is Duncan Robinson back???
14:48 - Bam Adebayo taking it to the next level
17:18 - Can the Heat meaningfully improve the off3ense, or do they need a trade?
19:54 - Early impressions of Jaime Jacquez Jr.
22:14 - Role expectations for Nikola Jovic
23:02 - Any concerns about the defense
26:03 - How many threes will Jimmy Butler hit? His aging curve
28:41 - Are the Heat prepared to make a midseason trade?
32:43 - Be more excited about Josh Richardson, DAMMIT
33:45 - The 10-man rotation
35:34 - Best crunch-time unit
37:14 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
38:51 - Win total predictions, Where do the Heat stack up in the Eastern Conference?
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Boston Celtics 2023-24 Lookahead Oct 21, 2023

Dan is joined by Bobby Manning (@RealBobManning) from CLNS Media and The Garden Report podcast for a deep dive into one of the NBA's most polarizing teams for the 2023-24 season: The Boston Celtics. Support Bobby's GREAT work by following his written stuff for CLNS here. And also subscribe to The Garden Report podcast here. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:44 - What prompted the Celtics' aggressive offseason?
8:32 - The Kristaps Porzingis fit
23:18 - The Jrue Holiday fit
32:49 - Can Jaylen Brown evolve?
37:18 - Is Jayson Tatum officially able to drive the offense as a passer?
43:21 - The importance of Derrick White?
47:32 - Payton Pritchard's role, Who are the Celtics' seventh and eighth most important players?
52:41 - The 10-man rotation, Lamar Stevens, Oshae Brissett, Neemias Queta, Jordan Walsh, Wenyen Gabriel
55:43 - Best crunch-time lineup, How often will the Celtics play with two bigs?, The pressure on Joe Mazzulla
1:01:33 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:03:48 - Win total predictions
1:05:11- Toughest matchups for Boston
1:10:52 - Dalano Banton
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Minnesota Timberwolves 2023-24 Lookahead Oct 20, 2023

Dan is joined by Kyle Theige (@KyleTheige) from The Dane Moore NBA Podcast and the Flagrant Howls Podcast to discuss the 2023-24 Minnesota Timberwolves and the high-stakes NBA regular season they're about to embark upon. SUBSCRIBE TO THE DANE MORE NBA PODCAST HERE AND THE FLAGRANT HOWLS PODCAST HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:42 - How much do we read into last season?
3:59 - Changes to the offense
8:08 - Can Rudy Gobert evolve on offense?, Who does he need to be on offense?
13:11 - Karl-Anthony Towns giving short answers to the media, What do the Wolves need him to do this season?
19:37 - The continued development of Naz Reid
21:38 - Which dual-big combination is most concerning? Which is most intriguing?
25:01 - Will the Wolves ever run one-big lineups?
27:03 - Does Kyle Anderson have a future in Minnesota?
30:43 - The continued development of Anthony Edwards
38:03 - How will Jaden McDaniels' role change on offense? Will he sign an extension?
48:07 - The importance of Nickeil Alexander-Walker
53:06 - Leonard Miller, Josh Minott, Wendell Moore Jr.
59:16 - Are the Wolves cursed???, New ownership
1:02:07 - The 10-man rotation
1:05:03 - Best crunch-time unit
1:06:49 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:08:56 - Win total predictions, Where do the Timberwolves stack up in the Western Conference, Final thoughts on the Wolves' direction
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LA Clippers 2023-24 Lookahead Oct 19, 2023

Dan is joined by Justin Russo (@FlyByKnite), who covers the LA Clippers and NBA at large on Substack to discuss—YOU GUESSED IT—the trajectory of the 2023-24 Clippers. And yes, out of obligation, they do delve into the James Harden trade rumors and his potential fit on this roster. SUBSCRIBE TO JUSTIN'S SUBSTACK HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:08 - What went wrong last season?
6:04 - Do Kawhi Leonard and Paul George deserve criticism for their availability?
9:48 - Will Kawhi play back-to-backs? How have he and PG looked so far?
13:42 - Will Kawhi or PG sign an extension?
16:07 - The Russell Westbrook fit
19:48 - The importance of Terance Mann
26:01 - Robert Covington is critical to the rotation
28:09 - K.J. Martin's role
31:18 - Diagnosing the Clippers' defensive problems, Tactical adjustments from Ivica Zubac
37:06 - How much faster will the Clippers offense play?
41:03 - Brandon Boston Jr.
42:56 - Kobe Brown
44:02 - Bones Hyland
46:01 - Prospective fit of James Harden
53:32 - Are the Clippers prepared to make another trade if they don't get Harden?
55:57 - The future of Marcus Morris Sr.
56:41 - The 10-man rotation, Who is in the starting five?
1:01:28 - Best crunch-time unit
1:02:-57 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:03:46 - Win total prediction, Where do the Clippers stack up in the regular season?
1:06:03 - The new arena, Final thoughts
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2023-24 NBA Award Predictions Oct 18, 2023

Dan and Grant drop their picks for every major 2023-24 NBA season award. Buckle up! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
5:43 - Awards Criteria
8:48 - MVP
24:43 - Defensive Player of the Year
33:59 - Rookie of the Year
45:54 - Sixth Man of the Year
50:32 - Most Improved Player
1:03:54 - Coach of the Year
1:08:53 - All-NBA Teams
1:14:37 - All-Defense Teams
1:19:09 - All-Rookie Teams
1:24:50 - Executive of the Year
1:29:33 - STAT PADDING
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Utah Jazz 2023-24 Lookahead Oct 17, 2023

Dan is joined by Tony Jones (@Tjonesonthenba) from The Athletic to discuss everything and anything about the 2023-24 Utah Jazz. SUPPORT TONY'S WORK BY SUBSCRIBING TO THE ATHLETIC HERE: https://theathletic.com/author/tony-jones/. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:40 - How did last season impact the rebuild?
6:54 - What does the offseason say about their future? Interest in Jrue Holiday???
10:55 - John Collins' fit, How does he impact the rotation?
16:18 - Will Hardy's coaching style and principles
19:23 - The backcourt rotation, Rookie year expectations for Keyonte George
26:24 - Jordan Clarkson, the playmaker
28:16 - Can Collin Sexton improve his stock in Utah?
31:01 - Talen Horton-Tucker, Kris Dunn, the "creator" rotation
38:03 - Will Lauri Markkanen's role change?
45:42 - Sophomore expectations for Walker Kessler
49:08 - How good is Ochai Agbaji?
53:02 - Roles for Brice Sensabaugh and Taylor Hendricks
56:58 - Defining strengths, weaknesses
58:16 - The 10-man rotation
59:07 - Best crunch-time unit(s)
1:01:03 - Win total prediction, Where do the Jazz stack up in the Western Conference?, Final thoughts
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Golden State Warriors 2023-24 Lookahead Oct 16, 2023

Dan is joined by Sam Esfandiari (@samesfandiari) from the Light Years Pod to discuss all things 2023-24 Golden State Warriors—including, and most notably, the addition and fit of Chris Paul to the core of Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Klay Thompson and Andrew Wiggins. Be sure to check out the Light Years Pod as they host LIVE shows ON MONDAY NIGHTS all year long on PLAYBACK. Follow all of their content HERE. And be sure to check out their YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:50 - What went wrong last year?
7:38 - The Chris Paul experience so, potential fit, concerns
13:47 - Jonathan Kuminga's development
17:01 The Klay Thompson aging curve, Will he sign an extension?
23:48 - Andrew Wiggins
25:51 - Development of Moses Moody
28:43 - Brandon Podziemski
30:03 - How will Draymond Green and CP3 fit together?
32:01 - The Bob Myers exit, Faith in Mike Dunleavy Jr. and Kirk Lacob, Are the Dubs prepared to make a big midseason trade?
36:41 - How much better will the bench be with CP3?
38:56 - The 10-man rotation
40:03 - Most-used crunch-time unit
42:29 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
43:51 - Win total predictions, Where do the Warriors stack up in the Western Conference?
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Portland Trail Blazers 2023-24 Lookahead Oct 15, 2023

Dan is joined by Tara Bowen-Biggs (@tcbbiggs) from the We Have a Take podcast to talk about the 2023-24 Portland Trail Blazers as they embark on transitioning from the Damian Lillard era to the Scoot Henderson- and Shaedon Sharpe-centric rebuild. SUBSCRIBE TO WE HAVE A TAKE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:49 - The end of the Damian Lillard era
17:24 - What is Chauncey Billups' coaching identity?
21:17 - Blazers stylistic leanings this season
27:56 - The importance of Malcolm Brogdon, Deandre Ayton, Robert Williams III
29:53 - Is Deandre Ayton headed for a bounce-back year?
36:17 - Do the Blazers view Robert Williams III as a long-term piece, Will he play with Ayton?
39:38 - How long will Malcolm Brogdon be in town?
39:47 - Expectations for Scoot Henderson
45:16 - The continued development of Shaedon Sharpe
49:43 - Is Anfernee Simons a core member of this team?, Will Simons, Sharpe and Scoot play a lot of minutes together?
53:25 - Matisse Thybulle's fit
54:33 - When will Jerami Grant be traded
57:20 - Moses Brown
59:57 - Toumani Camara
1:02:29 - Rayan Rupert
1:04:58 - Jabari Walker
1:06:11 - Kris Murray
1:08:56 - Importance of the G-League Team
1:09:59 - The starting five, The 10-man rotation
1:11:40 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:14:47 - Win total prediction
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Brooklyn Nets 2023-24 Lookahead Oct 14, 2023

Dan is joined by Lucas Kaplan (@LucasKaplan_) from Nets Daily and Swish Theory to discuss the 2023-24 Brooklyn Nets. FOLLOW LUCAS' COVERAGE OF BOTH THE BROOKLYN NETS AND NY LIBERTY HERE: TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:31 - Moving on from Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving
2:52 - Impressions of the offseason
4:53 - The rise (and continued ascent) of Mikal Bridges
9:41 - Will the Nets play faster this year?
11:52 - Are the Nets too small? How will they change defensively?
13:19 - Expectations for Ben Simmons
20:42 - Cam Johnson's health, contract and continued development
26:01 - Development of Nic Claxton
30:46 - The future of Cam Thomas
32:51 - Dennis Smith Jr., Lonnie Walker IV, Darius Bazley, Harry Giles, Trendon Watford
35:55 - Day'Ron Sharpe's role
38:06 - Noah Clowney, Dariq Whitehead
42:03 - Will this team make a big midseason trade?
44:13 - Nic Claxton's impending free agency
48:59 - Underrated strengths, concerns
52:01 - The 10-man rotation, starting five
54:45 - Best crunch-time lineup
56:51 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
59:19 - Win total predictions, Where do the Nets stack up in the Eastern Conference?
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San Antonio Spurs 2023-24 Lookahead Oct 13, 2023

Dan is joined by Noah Magaro-George (@N_Magaro) from AirAlamo and the Alamo City Limits (@AlamoCityLimits) podcasts to discuss the 2023-24 San Antonio Spurs and, of course, superstar cornerstone Sandro Mamukelashvili. Oh, and Victor Wembanyama, too. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
7:17 - Offseason impressions
14:16 - The Devin Vassell extension, What's the next frontier for him?
23:52 - Victor Wembanyama's offensive role, defensive impact, fit with the rest of the roster, strengths, concerns, etc.
39:28 - Who will start?
43:29 - The future of Keldon Johnson
45:24 - The development of Jeremy Sochan
50:17 - Julian Champagnie
51:36 - Malaki Branham
54:10 - Blake Wesley
55:57 - Charles Bassey
56:38 - Sandro Mamukelashvili
58:17 - Dominick Barlowe
59:41 - Cedi Osman, Doug McDermott, Devonte' Graham, Khem Birch
1:02:21 - Will the Spurs keep playing fast?, The new shooting coach
1:05:58 - The 10-man rotation
1:09:02 - Best crunch-time unit
1:09:59 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:12:28 - Win total predictions, Where do the Spurs stack up in the Western Conference
1:19:14 - Sidy Cissoko
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2023-24 NBA Win Totals: The Eastern Conference Oct 12, 2023

Dan and Grant tackle their win-loss projections and over/under predictions for every NBA team in the Eastern Conference! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:09 - Atlanta Hawks
8:21 - Boston Celtics
14:47 - Brooklyn Nets
18:51 - Charlotte Hornets
25:21 - Chicago Bulls
28:51 - Cleveland Cavaliers
32:19 - Detroit Pistons
37:56 - Indiana Pacers
41:54 - Miami Heat
46:05 - Milwaukee Bucks
50:57 - New York Knicks
56:16 - Orlando Magic
1:02:11 - Philadelphia 76ers
1:07:26 - Toronto Raptors
1:13:16 - Washington Wizards
1:17:58 - 'STAT PADDING'
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2023-24 NBA Season Win Predictions: The Western Conference Oct 11, 2023

Dan and Grant tackle their win-loss projections and over/under predictions for every NBA team in the Western Conference! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:55 - Dallas Mavericks
7:56 - Denver Nuggets
12:49 - Golden State Warriors
17:45 - Houston Rockets
22:01 - LA Clippers
28:12 - Los Angeles Lakers
33:42 - Memphis Grizzlies
39:54 - Minnesota Timberwolves
44:08 - New Orleans Pelicans
49:20 - Oklahoma City Thunder
55:03 - Phoenix Suns
1:02:54 - Portland Trail Blazers
1:08:29 - Sacramento Kings
1:13:49 - San Antonio Spurs
1:16:59 - Utah Jazz
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2023-24 NBA League Pass Rankings Oct 10, 2023

Dan went on The NBA Podcast with Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and Morten Jensen (@msjnba) to rank all 30 NBA teamsby their watchability for the 2023-24 season. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NBA PODCAST HERE: https://www.spreaker.com/show/3240433. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO/CRITERIA
9:16 - No. 30
11:02 - No. 29
15:00 - No. 28
18:10 - No. 26 (tie)
22:49 - No. 25
24:56 - No. 24
27:22 - No. 23
32:03 - No. 22
35:41 - No. 21
39:52 - No. 20
42:18 - No. 19
46:07 - No. 17 (tie)
51:16 - No. 16
56:32 - No. 15
59:28 - No. 13 (tie)
1:07:23 - No. 12
1:10:55 - No. 11
1:14:28 - No. 10
1:20:56 - No. 9
1:22:26 - No. 8
1:27:05 - No. 7
1:31:40 - No. 5 (tie)
1:42:06 - No. 4
1:45:19 - No. 3
1:51:58 - No. 2
1:52:51 - No. 1
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Denver Nuggets 2023-24 Lookahead Oct 09, 2023

Dan is joined by Adam Mares (@Adam_Mares) from DNVR Sports and Locked On Nuggets to discuss everything and anything about the REIGNING CHAMPION DENVER NUGGETS ahead of the 2023-24 NBA season. SUPPORT THE GREAT WORK DNVR DOES HERE: https://thednvr.com/diehard/. SUBSCRIBE TO THE DNVR NUGGETS PODCAST HERE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dnvr-denver-nuggets-podcast/id1070099369. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:17 - Last year's championship run
7:31 - Bruce Brown's departure
8:51 - Impressions of taking so many fliers on young guys
10:39 - Peyton Watson
12:23 - Zeke Nnaji
15:31 - Jalen Pickett
17:53 - Hunter Tyson
19:23 - Julian Strawther
21:22 - The development of Christian Braun
24:29 - Reggie Jackson
26:31 - The backup point guard and center spots
28:26 - Next frontier for Jamal Murray
30:58 - Will Michael Malone change up his lineup/substitution patterns?
33:51 - What's the next step for Michael Porter Jr.?
37:03 - Will Nikola Jokic wear down?, Denver's size
42:01 - How will the rotation shake out?
44:21 - Best crunch-time lineup
45:52 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
46:11 - Most intriguing possible playoff and Finals matchups
51:08 - Win total predictions
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Philadelphia 76ers 2023-24 Lookahead Oct 06, 2023

Dan and Grant are joined by Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from The NBA Podcast, Liberty Ballers, Forbes and Bleacher Report to discuss the outlook on the 2023-24 Philadelphia 76ers amid James Harden trade rumors and general uncertainty. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NBA PODCAST HERE: https://www.spreaker.com/show/3240433. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:01 - Are the Philadelphia 76ers to blame for the James Harden situation?
6:05 - What is Harden's actual trade value?
8:21 - Are the Sixers smart to prioritize 2024 cap space?
12:03 - Can Philly feasibly avoid a gap year this season?
14:06 - Did the Harden situation cost the Sixers other opportunities?
18:08 - How will Harden handle things if he's still on the roster at the start of the regular season?
21:06 - Figuring out the right backcourt fit for Tyrese Maxey
24:31 - The timeline for Joel Embiid's happiness
26:21 - Final thoughts on James Harden
29:02 - Impressions of how the Sixers will change under Nick Nurse
34:16 - Evaluating the Sixers need additions
36:38 - The next step for Tyrese Maxey
43:32 - What will Paul Reed's role be?
47:09 - Biggest strengths and concerns about the Sixers roster, Could Joel Embiid burn out after winning MVP?
51:18 - Expectations for PJ Tucker
53:55 - The importance of Tobias Harris
58:24 - The 10-man rotation
1:01:01 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:02:23 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:05:05 - win total predictions, Where do the Sixers stack up in the Eastern Conference?
1:10:13 - Final thoughts on the 2023-24 Sixers
1:13:12 - GARBAGE TIME!
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2023 NBA Training Camp Takeaways and Storylines Oct 05, 2023

Dan and Grant convene to discuss some of their biggest takeaways, storylines and questions from 2023 NBA training camp so far. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:07 - James Harden and the Philadelphia 76ers, Potential Harden trade destinations other than the LA Clippers
21:56 - Chris Paul and the Golden State Warriors
33:08 - Are we overlooking the Cleveland Cavaliers?
42:58 - Devin Vassell extension, San Antonio Spurs outlook
49:57 - The vibes and future of the Toronto Raptors
1:00:12 - Talk me down from the Minnesota Timberwolves
1:03:37 - Zion Williamson, New Orleans Pelicans
1:07:38 - Detroit Pistons
1:08:49 - LA Clippers
1:09:32 - New York Knicks
1:11:28 - Oklahoma City Thunder
1:13:43 - GARBAGE TIME
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Caitlin Cooper of 'Basketball, She Wrote' Oct 03, 2023

Dan is joined by the GOAT of NBA coverage and the mind behind 'Basketball, She Wrote: A Blog About the Basketball Played by the Indiana Pacers," Caitlin Cooper (@C2_Cooper). In this episode, we get into her background, basketball icks, how she goes about covering games, her ideation process and MUCH MORE. SUPPORT 'BASKETBALL, SHE WROTE' HERE: https://www.patreon.com/basketballshewrote/posts. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO/GIVEAWAY!
7:34 - Basketball, She Wrote: The origin story
11:44 - How Caitlin fell in love with basketball
13:46 - Watching games with CC!, Tips for watching games
17:00 - How Caitlin comes up with story ideas
22:47 - What's harder: diagnosing and prognosticating, or evaluating theoretical player fits?
26:01 - How Caitlin developed her writing style
29:07 - Caitlin's biggest basketball influences
31:58 - Would Caitlin ever branch out to cover other teams?
36:16 - What was Player Caitlin like?
38:18 - What is Caitlin's biggest basketball ick? Biggest basketball beloved?
41:04 - Ranking Outshine Popsicle flavors
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JRUE HOLIDAY TO THE CELTICS TRADE REACTION Oct 01, 2023

Dan breaks down every angle of the Portland Trail Blazers sending Jrue Holiday to the Boston Celtics. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:48 - Trade details, Jrue Holiday's fit on the Celtics
17:34 - Direction of the Blazers, Will they trade Robert Williams III?, Malcolm Brogdon
33:01 - LOL @ THE MIAMI HEAT AND PHILADELPHIA 76ERS, What's the landscape in the Eastern Conference look like now?
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2022 NBA Offseason Re-Grades: The Western Conference Sep 29, 2023

IT’S FINALLY ACCOUNTABILITY SEASON. Dan and Grant revisit their 2022 NBA offseason grades and re-evaluate their takes for every team in the Western Conference over one year later. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:54 - Golden State Warriors
10:05 - LA Clippers
13:19 - Los Angeles Lakers
21:22 - Phoenix Suns
29:25 - Sacramento Kings
34:16 - Denver Nuggets
40:03 - Minnesota Timberwolves
45:50 - Oklahoma City Thunder
49:52 - Portland Trail Blazers
57:59 - Utah Jazz
1:03:53 - Dallas Mavericks
1:08:32 - Houston Rockets???
1:15:52 - Memphis Grizzlies
1:22:17 - New Orleans Pelicans
1:29: 22 - San Antonio Spurs
1:29:09 - San Antonio Spurs
1:36:45 - 'GARBAGE TIME'
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DAMIAN LILLARD TO THE BUCKS TRADE REACTION Sep 27, 2023

Dan and Grant dive into all angles of the Damian Lillard trade to the Milwaukee Bucks, including what it means for Dame, Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Portland Trail Blazers, the Phoenix Suns, the Toronto Raptors, the Miami Heat and MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO/TRADE DETAILS
4:19 - Damian Lillard's impact on the Bucks
15:19 - Are the Miami Heat screwed?
21:38 - Were the Toronto Raptors a real threat?
25:49 - What are the Phoenix Suns doing?
33:52 - Did the Portland Trail Blazers get enough for Damian Lillard, Jrue Holiday trades, Eastern Conference pecking order
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Los Angeles Lakers 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 27, 2023

Dan is joined by Jabari Ali Davis (@JabariDavisNBA) from the Mad Boosties podcast to discuss everything and anything related to the 2023-24 Los Angeles Lakers. SUBSCRIBE TO MAD BOOSTIES HERE: https://t.co/k0fdAI2AMD. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:37 - How did the Lakers turn it around last season?
4:58 - General impressions of the Lakers offseason
6:39 - The most intriguing new addition
9:29 - Will Max Christie play a role?
12:28 - Gabe Vincent's fit
15:29 - The continued development of Austin Reaves
28:05 - What's the future of D'Angelo Russell hold?
30:55 - The utility of Rui Hachimura
34:25 - Can Christian Wood make an impact? / Anthony Davis' disdain for playing center
39:02 - Is Anthony Davis too reliant on jumpers? / His fit with Christian Wood
44:59 - Will the starting five change?
46:51 - The secondary frontcourt rotation
47:32 - Did LeBron James have foot surgery? Will he regress? Is LeBron as the roll man about to be more of a staple?
55:50 - How important is the Lakers' continuity?
57:51 - Can Jalen Hood-Schifino play a role?
58:35 - Will the half-court offense meaningfully improve?
1:01:34 - Under-the-radar strengths and weaknesses
1:03:46 - The 10-man rotation
1:05:53 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:08:17 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:09:51 - Win total predictions, Where do the Lakers stack up in the Western Conference?
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New Orleans Pelicans 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 26, 2023

Dan is joined by Shamit (@FearTheBrown) from the In The N.O. podcast and the In The N.O. Substack to discuss the 2023-24 New Orleans Pelicans and the stakes they're facing heading into this NBA regular season. SUBSCRIBE TO THE IN THE N.O. SUBSTACK HERE: https://intheno.substack.com/. AND SUPPORT THE IN THE N.O. PODCAST HERE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-n-o-a-new-orleans-pelicans-pod/id415571358. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:01 - Last season's performance
3:16 - General impressions of the offseason
9:02 - When will the Pelicans make a swing on the trade market?
11:51 - The Trey Murphy injury, and his development
18:01 - The future of Brandon Ingram
20:02 - What to make of Zion Williamson's injury history, Does he have another level to hit?
25:13 - Driving factors of the Pelicans defensive success
27:34 - Expectations for Herb Jones on offense, How do we feel about his contract extension/
33:14 - Development of Dyson Daniels
34:57 - Will Jordan Hawkins play?
35:52 - Under-the-radar strengths and weaknesses
37:41 - The 10-man rotation
38:54 - Best crunch-time lineup
39:34 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
40:42 - Win total prediction, Where do the Pelicans stack up in the Western Conference?, CJ McCollum's importance to the team
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Dallas Mavericks 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 25, 2023

Dan is joined by Kirk Henderson (@KirkSeriousFace) from Mavs Moneyball and Pod Maverick to discuss the 2023-24 Dallas Mavericks outlook, a discussion that includes lots of focus on Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving as well as a surprise name! SUBSCRIBE TO POD MAVERICK: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pod-maverick-a-dallas-mavericks-podcast/id1365537266. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:39 - The Kyrie Irving contract and fit
09:14 - How will Grant Williams fit in?
13:03 - The continued development of Josh Green
16:17 - Will Olivier Maxence-Prosper play a role?
29:07 - Overall impressions of the Mavericks other offseason moves, The Richaun Holmes fit,
23:48 - Minutes for Dante Exum, Jaden Hardy AND Seth Curry?, The continued to development of Jaden Hardy
26:44 - Will Derrick Lively play?, The secondary big man rotation, Is there a dearth of talented American big men?
31:46 - Can the defense meaningfully improve?
33:17 - Is Jason Kidd on the hot seat?, Should we expect a trade?
35:56 - Under-the-radar strengths and concerns
36:44 - The 10-man rotation
37:41 - Best crunch-time lineup
38:39 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
39:55 - Win total predictions, Where do the Mavs stack up in the West?
42:21 - Luka Doncic has abs?
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Phoenix Suns 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 24, 2023

Dan is joined by Sam Cooper (@scooperhoops) and Mike Vigil (@protectedpick) from The Timeline Podcast(@TheTimelinePod) to break down the 2023-24 Phoenix Suns as well as the latest Deandre Ayton trade rumors. Dan is joined by Sam Cooper (@scooperhoops) and Mike Vigil (@protectedpick) from The Timeline Podcast(@TheTimelinePod) to break down the 2023-24 Phoenix Suns as well as the latest Deandre Ayton trade rumors. SUPPORT THE TIMELINE PODCAST ON PATREON: https://t.co/0OCB8hH1Bx.TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:18 - Jusuf Nurkic/OG Anunoby Rumors
10:03 - How much Deandre Ayton regressed?
13:08 - Ayton's role this season
15:21 - The reaction to the Bradley Beal trade
17:22 - Impressions of the Matt Ishbia era
23:31 - The fifth most important player in the rotation
26:01 - The sixth most important player in the rotation
31:51 - Lack of non-star playmaking
38:39 - Changes under Frank Vogel
40:38 - Bradley Beal's fit, How will the stars adjust to one another?
53:56 - How does Devin Booker's role change on this
57:01 - Will Jordan Goodwin play a big role?
59:34 - Kevin Durant's rim pressure
1:03:49 - Phoenix's shot selection
1:06:25 - Biggest overall strengths and concerns
1:07:31 - The 10-man rotation
1:12:18 - Best starting five, best crunch-time lineup
1:14:31 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:17:48 - Win total predictions, The toughest potential playoff opponents
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2022 NBA Offseason Re-Grades: Eastern Conference Sep 23, 2023

IT'S FINALLY ACCOUNTABILITY SEASON. Dan and Grant revisit their 2022 NBA offseason grades and re-evaluate their takes for every team in the Eastern Conference over one year later. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:34 - Atlanta Hawks
9:15 - Charlotte Hornets
13:38 - Miami Heat
17:01 - Orlando Magic
19:48 - Washington Wizards
23:43 - Boston Celtics
28:29 - Brooklyn Nets
33:55 - New York Knicks
41:20 - Philadelphia 76ers
47:15 - Toronto Raptors
51:17 - Chicago Bulls
55:18 - Cleveland Cavaliers
1:00:36 - Detroit Pistons
1:06:45 - Indiana Pacers
1:11:42 - Milwaukee Bucks
1:19:34 - 'GARBAGE TIME'
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New York Knicks 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 22, 2023

Dan is joined by Andrew Claudio (@AndrewJClaudio_) from Knicks Film School (@KnickFilmSkool) to discuss the outlook for the 2023-24 New York Knicks and their quest to become a legitimate NBA title contender. SUBSCRIBE TO KNICKS FILM SCHOOL: https://www.youtube.com/@KnickFilmSkool. SUPPORT THEIR PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/KnicksFilmSchool. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:09 - Julius Randle leaves CAA
5:15 - Revisiting the Knicks 2022-23 season
10:16 - Impressions of the Knicks offseason
14:03 - Donte DiVincenzo's fit
20:41 - Will Josh Hart increase his three-point volume?
26:27 - Continued development of Immanuel Quickley
35:02 - Evaluating the future of Julius Randle
41:07 - The RJ Barrett and Julius Randle conundrum
50:56 - Continued development of Quentin Grimes, Are the Knicks to built to expand the roles of their youngsters?
56:07 - How does the emergence of Jalen Brunson change New York's approach to the trade market?, Potential Knicks trade targets
1:15:08 - Do the Knicks have enough assets to acquire a megastar?
1:19:46 - Under the radar strengths and concerns, Mitchell Robinson's value, Julius Randle injury risk
1:24:31 - The 10-man rotation
1:25:37 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:26:14 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:32:45 - Win total predictions, Where do the Knicks stack up in the Eastern Conference
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Oklahoma City Thunder 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 21, 2023

Dan is joined by three of the co-hosts from The Uncontested Podcast (@The_Uncontested): Nick Crain (@Crain_NBA), Jacob Kniffen (@JacobKniffen) and Tayler Petersen (Tayler_P15) to talk about the 2023-24 Oklahoma City Thunder. SUBSCRIBE TO THE UNCONTESTED PODCAST HERE: https://t.co/qBiNELJolG. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:01 - Last season's success
8:02 - Offseason impressions
11:29 - How Chet Holmgren's injury changed OKC's approach
13:03 - The Cason Wallace trade
17:34 - Cason Wallace vs. Vasilije Micic
20:51 - Chet Holmgren's role
28:57 - The next frontier for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
35:03 - The continued development of Josh Giddey
45:58 - What to expect from Jalen Williams?
55:53 - Is Ousmane Dieng primed for a big season?
1:01:03 - Does Aleksej Pokusevski have a future in OKC?
1:03:56 - Who makes the final roster?
1:08:01 - Will Mark Daigneault shorten the rotation?
1:10:37 - The 10-man rotation
1:15:53 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:17:51 - Under the radar strengths and concerns
1:19:50 - Win total prediction, Where do the Thunder stack up in the Western Conference
1:23:24 - Final thoughts
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Toronto Raptors 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 20, 2023

Dan is joined by Imman Adan (@Imman_Adan) from the Pros & Claws blog and Yahoo Sports Canada to discuss everything and anything about the 2023-24 Toronto Raptors. SUBSCRIBE TO PROS & CLAWS HERE: https://proseandclaws.substack.com/. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:18 - What happened to the Raptors last season?
5:53 - How will the Raptors defend under Darko Rajokovic?
7:52 - The significance of Fred VanVleet leaving
15:23 - What is the Raptors' direction?
19:02 - The continued development of Scottie Barnes
25:21 - The value of Pascal Siakam
33:49 - Jakob Poeltl's fit without Fred VanVleet, the
impact of Dennis Schroder
37:03 - Does OG Anunoby have another level?
40:54 - Will there be a Gary Trent Jr. extension?
43:58 - Should Gary Trent Jr. start?
46:34 - Gradey Dick's role
49:03 - The continued development of Precious Achiuwa
52:01 - Otto Porter Jr., Chris Boucher, Jalen McDaniels
56:10 - Will the half-court offense be better?
59:00 - This roster has depth
1:00:22 - The 10-man rotation
1:03:44 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:04:47 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:10:28 - Will the Raptors double-down on the trade market?
1:14:17 - Win total predictions, Where do the Raptors stack up
in the Eastern Conference?
1:18:32 - Final thoughts
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Memphis Grizzlies 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 18, 2023

Dan and Grant are joined by Keith Parish from the Fastbreak Breakfast (@fastbreakbreak)and Grits and Grinds(@grizzliespod) podcasts to discuss—YOU GUESSED IT—the 2023-24 Memphis Grizzlies. SUBSCRIBE TO FASTBREAK BREAKFAST here: https://t.co/XXQ1MjPNlx. SUBSCRIBE TO GRITS AND GRINDS here: https://t.co/eJcwfQwZE0. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
5:36 - The Ja Morant suspension
17:13 - The Marcus Smart trade, Are the Grizzlies better built
to navigate life without Ja Morant?
28:51 - Continued development of Desmond Bane/The Desmond Bane extension
32:53 - Can Jaren Jackson Jr. level up again?
37:56 - Where can the Grizzlies improve them most?
45:10 - The future of Ziaire Williams
49:46 - The 10-man rotation
52:51 - Best crunch-time unit
54:32 - Weirdo lineups we want to see, Win total predictions, Where do the Grizzlies stack up in the West?
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Indiana Pacers 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 15, 2023

Dan and Grant are joined by Caitlin Cooper (@C2_Cooper), THE GOAT HERSELF, from 'BASKETBALL, SHE WROTE' to discuss the incredibly fun, frenetic and fascinating 2023-24 Indiana Pacers. SUBSCRIBE TO 'BASKETBALL, SHE WROTE' ON PATREON RIGHT THE HELL NOW: https://www.patreon.com/basketballshewrote/posts. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:36 - How good were last year's Pacers?
5:44 - How will this year's Pacers team defend?
8:11 - The defensive impact of Bruce Brown
10:08 - Development of Bennedict Mathurin, his impact on
the rest of the rotation and the roles of Andrew Nembhard and Buddy Hield
20:01 - Obi Toppin's fit, his impact on the role of Myles Turner
23:59 - How will Indiana use Jarace Walker on offense
27:02 - Can Jarace Walker have an immediate impact on defense?
29:07 - How will the frontline rotation shake out? What does it mean for Myles Turner?
32:01 - Tyrese Haliburton's defense
38:03 - Will Indy's half-court offense be better?
40:04 - What do we make of the Pacers interest in Pascal Siakam?
45:05 - Initial impressions of Ben Sheppard
47:29 - What about the Pacers is flying under the radar?
49:52 - The 10-man rotation, Will Isaiah Jackson play?
52:24 - Best closing lineup
53:48 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
55:19 - Win total predictions, Where do they stack up in the East?
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Chicago Bulls 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 14, 2023

Dan is joined by Jason Patt (@Bulls_Jay) from the Cash Considerations podcast to discuss everything and anything about the 2023-24 Chicago Bulls. SUBSCRIBE TO CASH CONSIDERATIONS: https://www.bluewirepods.com/podcast/cash-considerations-a-chicago-bulls-pod. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
11:18 - General impressions of the Bulls offseason
21:56 - Is Chicago's defense really this good?
27:10 - Will the Bulls be better on offense?
32:56 - Will DeMar DeRozan sign an extension?
35:33 - The continued development of Patrick Williams
44:44 - Who has a bigger role: Ayo Dosunmu or Coby White?
47:49 - Breaking down the Julian Phillips pick
50:41 - Do the Bulls need more wings?
52:38 - Shout-out Alex Caruso, Can Nikola Vucevic evolve?, Should Zach LaVine take more threes?
59:14 - The 10-man rotation
1:01:33 - Best closing lineup
1:03:21 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:05:10 - Win total prediction, Where do the Bulls stack up in the East?
1:11:41 - Final thoughts, The Zach LaVine discourse
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Orlando Magic 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 13, 2023

Dan is joined by Kyle from Court Cousins: An Orlando Magic NBA Podcast (@Court_Cousins) to discuss—YOU GUESSED IT—everything and anything about the 2023-24 Orlando Magic. SUBSCRIBE TO COURT COUSINS on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS24xb3LSYbzzTBtE3ASLvg. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
4:16 - General impressions of the Magic offseason
7:17 - Breaking down the role of Joe Ingles
10:23 - Anthony Black's fit and role
15:11 - Is Markelle Fultz the point guard of the future?
20:37 - Jett Howard's fit and role
23:59 - The development of Paolo Banchero
39:01 - The next frontier for Franz Wagner
44:33 - Is Jalen Suggs on the ascent?
50:47 - The Suggs, Cole Anthony and Gary Harris conundrum
54:01 - Extensions for Markelle Fultz and Cole Anthony?
59:14 - The importance of Wendell Carter Jr.
1:06:38 - Are Jonathan Isaac and Chuma Okeke on their way out?
1:10:01 - Will Kevon Harris or Caleb Houston play?
1:12:31 - Biggest concern aside from shooting
1:15:44 - What makes the defense special?
1:18:10 - The 10-man rotation
1:21:51 - Best crunch-time unit
1:23:24 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:25:38 - Win total prediction, Where do the Magic stack up in the Eastern Conference?
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Charlotte Hornets 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 11, 2023

Dan is joined by Konata Edwards (@NataTheScribe) from CBS Sports to discuss everything and anything about the 2023-24 Charlotte Hornets. FOLLOW KONATA ON BLUESKY: https://bsky.app/profile/natathescribe.bsky.social. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:56 - The sale of the team and its implications
4:13 - The Kai Jones video
5:58 - What is this team's direction?
8:40 - Why did the Hornets draft Brandon Miller instead of Scoot Henderson?
13:24 - What type of role will Brandon Miller have as a rookie?
17:16 - Why did it take so long to re-sign P.J. Washington?
19:47 - The future of Miles Bridges
22:23 - Will Miles Bridges ever start over P.J. Washington or Gordon Hayward?
24:37 - Why didn't the Hornets sign a veteran point guard or center?
28:45 - The development of Mark Williams
34:18 - The LaMelo Ball extension
37:34 - What's the next frontier for LaMelo?
40:14 - How will Nick Smith Jr. be used?
43:34 - Players who will play a bigger role than expected/The return of Cody Martin
46:21 - How good can Charlotte's defense be?
49:56 - Hidden strengths of the roster
51:01 - The backup center situation
52:27 - The 10-man rotation
55:46 - Best crunch-time unit
56:23 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
58:01 - Win total predictions, Where do the Hornets stack up in the East?
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Washington Wizards 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 08, 2023

Dan is joined by Matt Modderno (@MattModderno) from the Bleav in Wizards podcast (@BleavinWizards) to discuss the 2023-24 Washington Wizards and the beginning stages of their rebuild. SUBSCRIBE TO THE BLEAV IN WIZARDS pod here: https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-wizards/. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:01 - The Teardown!
4:21 - Did the Wizards get enough when they blew it up?
9:37 - Preparing Bilal Coulibaly experience
15:07 - Is Wes Unseld Jr. on the hot seat?
18:04 - The continued development of Deni Avdija
27:53 - Jordan Poole's role
32:37 - Is Kyle Kuzma here to stay?
40:41 - Most intriguing long-term players on the roster
45:01 - Figuring out the back end of the roster: Anthony Gill, Xavier Cook, Patrick Baldwin Jr., Ryan Rollins, Danilo Gallinari, Johnny Davis
48:20 - How will the Wizards play on offense? On defense?
52:34 - The 10-man rotation
55:23 - Best crunch-time unit
56:34 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
59:06 - Win total prediction, Where do the Wizards stack up in the East?
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Cleveland Cavaliers 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 06, 2023

Dan is joined by Justin Rowan (@Cavsanda) from The Chase Down Podcast (@ChaseDownPod) to discuss everything you need to know about the 2023-24 Cleveland Cavaliers. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHASEDOWN PODCAST HERE: https://www.nba.com/cavaliers/podcasts. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:51 - Reflecting on the Cavs' 2022-23 season
8:11 - Impressions of Cleveland's offseason
11:42 - Biggest concern for the roster
18:16 - The role of Caris LeVert without Ricky Rubio
21:58 - The development of Evan Mobley
34:02 - Does Isaac Okoro have a future in Cleveland?
39:57 - The next frontier for Darius Garland
46:54 - Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland's dynamic
53:41 - Dual Bigs vs. Dual-Small Guards
57:54 - Will Dean Wade be healthy/better?
1:00:14 - Developing Emoni Bates
1:03:21 - The 10-man rotation
1:04:19 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:05:36 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:07:15 - Win total prediction, Where do the Cavs stack up in the East?
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Sacramento Kings 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 04, 2023

Dan and Grant are joined by Greg Wissinger (@gwiss) from The Kings Herald (@thekingsherald) to discuss everything about the 2023-24 Sacramento Kings. Support The Kings Herald here: https://kingsherald.com/ TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:01 - General impressions of the Kings offseason
3:58 - The Domantas Sabonis renegotiate-and-extend
15:27 - Does Sabonis have another level to hit?
20:26 - The defense
22:41 - Impact of Sasha Vezenkov
25:02 - The development of Keegan Murray
28:06 - Does Davion Mitchell have a future in Sacramento?
30:02 - De'Aaron Fox's defense/The next frontier for De'Aaron Fox
35:16 - Can this core improve substantially on defense?
38:55 - Roles for Chris Duarte and Kessler Edwards
41:58 - How will the secondary big man rotation shake out?
45:12 - Predicting the 10-man rotation
47:23 - What's one thing with this team that flies under the national radar?
49:33 - The best crunch-time lineup
50:46 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
51:52 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Kings stack up in the West?
58:21 - Colby Jones
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Atlanta Hawks 2023-24 Lookahead Sep 01, 2023

Dan is joined by Lauren Williams (@WilliamsLaurenL) from the Atlanta Journal Constitution to break down the 2023-24 Atlanta Hawks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:23 - Offseason impressions
6:54 - The Quin Snyder hire
10:31 - Functional changes to expect under Snyder
15:09 - The Dejounte Murray fit entering Year 2
19:38 - Is Trae Young underrated?
24:29 - The development of AJ Griffin
28:51 - Clint Capela and Onyeka Okongwu
31:24 - Extensions for Okongwu and Saddiq Bey?
33:01 - A bigger role for Jalen Johnson
34:59 - The fifth starter's spot
37:28 - Can this Hawks core noticeably improve on the defensive end?
40:02 - Pascal Siakam trade rumors
43:20 - The 10-man rotation
45:42 - Atlanta's biggest weakness/most surprising strength
47:44 - Best crunch-time lineup
48:27 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
51:05 - Over/under prediction
56:20 - Final thoughts
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Houston Rockets 2023-24 Lookahead Aug 30, 2023

Dan is joined by Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) from Red Nation Hoops to break down everything about the 2023-24 Houston Rockets. SUBSCRIBE TO HIS INDEPENDENT NEWS LETTER FOR MORE AWESOME ROCKETS COVERAGE HERE: https://t.co/R2FBmIxTMg. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - Intro
2:49 - General impressions of the Rockets offseason
6:49 - Can the Rockets rein in Dillon Brooks on offense?
13:04 - Who benefits the most from the arrival of Fred VanVleet?
14:47 - How will the Rockets change under Ime Udoka?
20:49 - Rookie year expectations for Amen Thompson
26:20 - Rookie year expectations for Cam Whitmore & The Value of Jae'Sean Tate
29:52 - The next step for Jalen Green
34:49 - The development of Jabari Smith Jr.
36:47 - Is Houston committed to Alperen Sengun? (cut out pause)
49:48 - Does Kevin Porter Jr. have a long-term future in Houston?
52:33 - Year 2 exceptions for Tari Eason
54:11 - The 10-man rotation
59:50 - Biggest concern about the Rockets this season
1:02:22 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:03:10 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:07:39 - Over/under predictions, Where does Houston stack up in the West?
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Milwaukee Bucks 2023-24 Lookahead Aug 28, 2023

Dan is joined by Ti Windisch (@TiWindisch) of the Gyro Step Podcast ( @WatchGSPN ) to break down everything about the 2023-24 Milwaukee Bucks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:36 - Why are the Bucks so nerve-wracking on a national level?
8:38 - General impressions of the Bucks offseason
12:36 - Impact of Malik Beasley and Jae Crowder
17:01 - Mike Budenholzer's exit/Adrian Grffin's arrival
23:46 - The fifth starter
27:03 - Any concern about Giannis Antetokounmpo's left knee
29:16 - How will Giannis Antetokounmpo change as he ages?
31:27 - Any reason to worry about the absence of a Giannis extension?
33:41 - The importance of a healthy Khris Middleton
37:25 - Will Andre Jackson Jr., Chris Livingston or A.J. Green have a role?
43:10 - How will MarJon Beauchamp fare in Year 2?
48:29 - What will the offense look like? How many minutes will the stars play?
52:16 - What is Milwaukee's title window with this core?
59:21 - Will the Bucks look to add another shot creator?
1:09:27 - The 10-man rotation
1:13:19 - Best crunch-time lineup
1:14:10 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:16:06 - Over/under prediction, Where does Detroit stack up in the East?
1:18:46 - Will Jrue Holiday benefit from the coaching change?
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Detroit Pistons 2023-24 Lookahead Aug 24, 2023

Dan is joined by Lazarus Jackson (@lazchance) from Detroit Bad Boys to break down the 2023-24 Detroit Pistons. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:17 - General impressions of the Pistons offseason
7:06 - The Monty Williams hire
12:37 - Rookie year role for Ausar Thompson
17:16 - The development of Cade Cunningham
20:44 - Is a Jaden Ivey leap coming?
24:46 - Let's talk about
28:48 - WE ARE SMITTEN WITH JALEN DUREN
34:02 - Early impressions of James Wiseman
36:42 - The fit of Marcus Sasser
38:25 - Does Killian Hayes have a future in Detroit?
42:18 - Isaiah Stewart's extension
48:37 - Who plays a bigger role?
53:04 - Will the Pistons be sellers this year if their record doesn't drastically improve?
56:19 - The 10-man rotation
59:01 - Best crunch-time unit
1:00:06 - Weirdo lineups we want to see
1:01:45 - Over/under prediction, Where does Detroit stack up in the East?
1:06:21 - Believe in Isaiah Livers
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2023 NBA Offseason Grades: Mavs, Rockets, Grizzlies, Pelicans & Spurs Aug 22, 2023

Dan and Grant deliver their 2023 NBA offseaosn grades for the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans and San Antonio Spurs. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
3:16 - Dallas Mavericks
10:42 - Houston Rockets
22:23 - Memphis Grizzlies
29:36 - New Orleans Pelicans
40:17 - San Antonio Spurs
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2023 NBA Offseason Grades: Warriors, Clippers, Lakers, Suns & Kings Aug 21, 2023

Dan and Grant deliver their 2023 NBA offseason grades for the Golden State Warriors, LA Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Sacramento Kings and Phoenix Suns TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
1:58 - Golden State Warriors
10:43 - LA Clippers
17:39 - Los Angeles Lakers
24:21 - Phoenix Suns
31:16 - Sacramento Kings
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2023 NBA Offseason Grades: Nuggets, Timberwolves, Thunder, Blazers & Jazz Aug 18, 2023

Dan and Grant deliver their 2023 NBA offseason grades for the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Portland Trail Blazers and Utah Jazz. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
Nuggets (3:19)
Timberwolves (14:33)
Thunder (24:28)
Blazers (33:01)
Jazz (41:02)
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James Harden vs. Daryl Morey: Part 9,486,731 Aug 17, 2023

Dan is joined by Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) of Red Nation Hoops to discuss James Harden vs. Daryl Morey, NBA trade demands, the future of Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia Sixers and more! SUBSCRIBE TO RED NATION HOOPS: https://www.rednationhoops.com
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2023 NBA Offseason Grades: Bulls, Cavs, Pistons, Pacers & Bucks Aug 14, 2023

Dan and Grant deliver their 2023 NBA offseason grades for the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️
0:00 - INTRO
2:03 - Chicago Bulls
8:11 - Cleveland Cavaliers
12:32 - Detroit Pistons
17:37 - Indiana Pacers
24:47 - Milwaukee Bucks
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James Harden vs The Sixers is Getting Ugly Aug 13, 2023

Dan discusses the latest "breaking" news on James Harden vs. the Philadelphia 76ers. PLUS: AN ANNOUNCEMENT! TIMESTAMPS⬇️
INTRO/ANNOUNCEMENT: 0:00
James Harden vs. Daryl Morey: 3:12
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2023 NBA Offseason Grades: Hawks, Hornets, Heat, Magics & Wizards Aug 11, 2023

Dan and Grant deliver their 2023 NBA offseason grades for the Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 4:42 - Atlanta Hawks 11:15 - Charlotte Hornets 17:43 - Miami Heat 23:53 - Orlando Magic 30:01 - Washington Wizards SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Offseason Grades; Celtics, Nets, Knicks, Sixers & Raptors Aug 09, 2023

Dan and Grant deliver their 2023 NBA offseason grades for the Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers and Toronto Raptors. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:39 - Boston Celtics 11:51 - Brooklyn Nets 16:07 - New York Knicks 28:41 - Philadelphia 76ers 36:29 - Toronto Raptors SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Best NBA Training Camp Battles, Devin Vassell's Ceiling, Anthony Edwards' Passing Aug 08, 2023

Dan tackles questions that cover the fit between Julius Randle and RJ Barrett, the future of the Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs, the value of Devin Vassell, the next step for Anthony Edwards, the most interesting 2023 NBA training camp battles and MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 4:13 - Who's more likely to get traded: Julius Randle or RJ Barrett? 9:47 - Should the Minnesota Timberwolves trade Rudy Gobert or Karl-Anthony Towns: 15:29 - Realistic expectations for John Collins with Utah Jazz 19:25 - Why haven't teams signed P.J. Washington, Hamidou Diallo or Christian Wood? 23:43 - How much should the San Antonio Spurs pay Devin Vassell 30:53 - Which NBA team has the LEAST valuable 2029 first-round pick? Which NBA team has the MOST valuable 2029 first-round pick? 33:56 - How would YOU fix the Charlotte Hornets? 37:38 - Are Damian Lillard and James Harden trade rumors preventing the Dallas Mavericks, Toronto Raptors, Chicago Bulls, etc. from making more moves? 41:33 - Which position has the BEST aging curve? Which position has the WORST learning curve? 43:58 - What can we learn about Anthony Edwards while he plays with Team USA? 47:57 - 2023 NBA training camp battles to watch 58:59 - The San Antonio Spurs rebuilding timeline SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Drafting The Best NBA Players Age 23 And Younger Aug 04, 2023

Dan and Grant collaborate on some PEAK NBA offseason content by drafting the best players age 23 or younger as if they're landing them for the rest of their careers. Ages are accurate as of August 2, 2023. Let's do this. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - Intro/We missed you Grant! 4:49 - Criteria 8:16 - No. 1 11:37 - No. 2 15:58 - No. 3 19:44 - No. 4 24:34 - No. 5 28:32 - No. 6 34:16 - No. 7 37:08 - No. 8 41:31 - No. 9 42:46 - No. 10 47:57 - No. 11 50:35 - No. 12 53:33 - No. 13 56:46 - No. 14 1:00:29 - No. 15 1:02:59 - No. 16 1:07:17 - No.17 1:09:55 - No. 18 1:13:28 - No. 19 1:15:38 - No. 20 1:18:13 - No. 21 1:19:48 - No. 22 1:21:54 - No. 23 1:24:01 - No. 24 1:26:28 - No. 25 and No. 26 SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Basketball Feelings with Katie Heindl Aug 02, 2023

Dan is joined by Katie Heindl (@wtevs), the author of the wildly popular Basketball Feelings Substack, to discuss her upcoming book, her NBA "Exits" series, offseason superlatives, the Toronto Raptors, the Boston Celtics, the LA Clippers, the Philadelphia 76ers, the Atlanta Hawks and much more. SUBSCRIBE TO BASKETBALL FEELINGS: https://basketballfeelings.substack.com. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO/Did Katie really survive NINE days in Las Vegas? 4:46 - Katie is writing a book! She takes us inside the concept, the inspiration, the execution and challenges of it all. 18:50 - Katie discusses her NBA "Exits" series for Basketball Feelings, which provides a unique reflection on how every team's season ended. 27:04 - Atlanta Hawks talk 30:48 - The future of the Toronto Raptors 42:43 - Katie's affinity for the Detroit Pistons 44:03 - The LA Clippers are polarizing and weird! 47:37 - Has any NBA team drastically changed your opinion of it between the end of last season and now? 48:22 - Are the Boston Celtics traveling down a slippery slope? 51:23 - The Indiana Pacers are endlessly likable 53:18 - Embrace the Washington Wizards 54:33 - Have any transactions or storylines surprised you this summer? 56:24 - Who is the "NBA Summer Vacation Watch" MVP?! 58:41 - What's one rule change to the NBA you'd make? 59:59 - Victor Wembanyama! 1:01:53 - What's one word to describe how you're feeling about *15* different NBA teams? SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reacting to the Weakest Link in Every NBA Starting 5 Aug 01, 2023

Dan provides his thoughts and reactions to "The Weakest Link in Every NBA Team's Start 5." SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 NBA Teams Nobody is Talking About + The Future Of James Harden And The Sixers Jul 28, 2023

Dan is joined by Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from The NBA Podcast, Forbes and Liberty Ballers to discuss the latest on the James Harden and Philadelphia 76ers situation. After that, they dig into four NBA teams that have been overlooked this offseason and then wrap up with a conversation about superstar trade demands and the future of supermax contracts. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:47 - James Harden, Philadelphia 76ers 25:03 - Charlotte Hornets 36:40 - Chicago Bulls 45:38 - Milwaukee Bucks 54:14 - Minnesota Timberwolves 1:03:57 - Superstar trade requests 1:14:01 - Supermax contracts SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jaylen Brown Extension + Mini Mailbag Jul 26, 2023

Dan analyzes whether the Boston Celtics made a mistake with the Jaylen Brown extension and what his deal means for supermax candidates moving forward. After that, it's on to a miniature mailbag. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:17 - Did the Boston Celtics overpay Jaylen Brown?/Will supermax-extension standards increase under the new CBA? 16:27 - Why aren't NBA teams more aggressive with offer sheets for rival restricted free agents? 21:04 - Is Jalen Suggs a bust? 23:22 - How do you tell if a prospect can fix his jump shot? / Amen Thompson vs. Ausar Thompson 25:28 - Is the NBA headed for all-time parity? 32:59 - What's the most unbreakable counting stats record? 35:16 - The greatest seasons in Total Points Added 36:31 - Who is the most efficient player in the fourth quarter? SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should The Cavs Trade Donovan Mitchell? Jul 25, 2023

ONE QUESTION MINI POD ALERT. Should the Cleveland Cavaliers trade Donovan Mitchell? Tim Bontemps of ESPN thinks so. Dan disagrees. And he's here to explain why. SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Point Devin Booker, Superteams, Top Offseasons, Best Joel Embiid Landing Spots Jul 21, 2023

Dan dives into a mailbag that covers the best Joel Embiid trade destinations, NBA teams that had the best offseason, how Devin Booker will fare running the Phoenix Suns offense, funky Team USA lineups, the 2024 offseason, the future of Superteams and much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:15 - INTRO 1:53 - Who is the most overrated NBA head coach? 4:59 - Is the 2024 NBA offseason going to suck? 10:41 - Are people underestimating the ability of Devin Booker to run point for the Phoenix Suns? 20:33 - Which team will finish with the higher seed in their conference next season: Indiana Pacers or Dallas Mavericks? 23:58 - Will the Denver Nuggets actually be better in 2023-24? 26:23 - Should the NBA's midseason tournaments have emphasized divisions? 28:10 - Are Superteams officially incapable of working? 35:16 - What would be the funniest resolution to the NBA's current trade demands? 38:24 - Which NBA team is having the best offseason? 41:23 - The best Team USA starting lineup and the best "funky" lineup 42:38 - Who are the most fascinating new editions? 44:39 - Which NBA teams have the most talent at the BOTTOM of their depth chart? 46:51 - What is Joel Embiid's trade value?/The Best Joel Embiid trade destinations SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Raptors Future, Siakam Trade Rumors and NBA Teams Flying Under the Radar Jul 19, 2023

Dan is joined by Esfandiar Baraheni (@JustEsBaraheni) from SDPN Sports to talk about the Toronto Raptors, Pascal Siakam trade rumors and a few NBA teams not getting enough shine this offseason—including the New York Knicks, Detroit Pistons, New Orleans Pelicans, Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 4:23 - Toronto Raptors direction 9:46 - Pascal Siakam trade rumors 14:03 - Pascal Siakam trade packages 21:36 - Most likely Pascal Siakam outcomes 24:33 - The development of Scottie Barnes 30:46 - New Orleans Pelicans 37:17 - New York Knicks 50:33 - Orlando Magic 58:00 - Memphis Grizzlies/Boston Celtics 1:04:12 - Detroit Pistons SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Joel Embiid Trade Request Is Coming Jul 17, 2023

Dan discusses the recent comments made by Joel Embiid that hints at an uncertain future with the Philadelphia 76ers. SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bouncin' Around, Part 2: Pacers, Cavs, Warriors, Lakers, Mavs, Scoot, Hornets, Wemby Jul 14, 2023

Dan and Grant discuss their offseason impressions of the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Mavericks, Indiana Pacers, Cleveland Cavaliers, San Antonio Spurs, Scoot Henderson, Brandon Miller, the Charlotte Hornets and more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:18 - Golden State Warriors 9:10 - Los Angeles Lakers 17:13 - Dallas Mavericks 27:14 - Indiana Pacers 38:30 - Cleveland Cavaliers 43:57 - San Antonio Spurs 55:50 - Scoot Henderson/Portland Trail Blazers/Charlotte Hornets SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bouncin' Around, Part 1: Pascal Siakam Rumors, In-Season Tourney, Heat, Suns, Nuggets, MORE Jul 12, 2023

Dan and Grant bounce around the NBA rumor, news and offseason mill. Part 1 covers the new In-Season Tournament, Damian Lillard trades, Pascal Siakam trade rumors, the Phoenix Suns championship stock, the Denver Nuggets, the Dejounte Murray extension and outlook for the Atlanta Hawks, the Miami Heat offseason and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 6:43 - In-Season Tournament 16:01 - Damian Lillard/Portland Trail Blazers 25:24 - Miami Heat 30:34 - Dejounte Murray extension/Atlanta Hawks 39:33 - Pascal Siakam trade rumors/Toronto Raptors 46:50 - Oklahoma City Thunder/Chet Holmgren 53:44 - Phoenix Suns/Denver Nuggets SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Damian Lillard to OKC?!, Best Remaining Free Agents, Bucks PGs, Spurs, What Ifs?! Jul 07, 2023

Dan dives into a mailbag that covers the latest Damian Lillard trade rumors, a potential deal that lands Dame with the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Milwaukee Bucks' guard situation, the San Antonio Spurs' rotation, summer league memories, NBA draft pick development and much more! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:20 - Latest Damian Lillard trade rumors 17:41 - Dame to the Oklahoma City Thunder? 26:23 - Best remaining NBA free agents 28:51 - Hamidou Diallo 31:19 - All-Time "Too Good for Summer League" Team 32:55 - Who should the Spurs start alongside Victor Wembanyama and Devin Vassell? 37:24 - Owning up to previously bad NBA offseason takes 40:20 - How much does team situation matter for NBA draft pick development? 46:42 - Summer League! 48:59 - Milwaukee Bucks point guard trade and free-agency options SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DAMIAN LILLARD REQUESTED A TRADE Jul 01, 2023

Dan breaks down all the angles of the Damian Lillard trade request, including the best destinations and offers, and whether the Portland Trail Blazers should consider sending him to a team not on his list of preferred destinations. SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Free Agency Reactions, Part 4 Jul 01, 2023

In Part 4 of our live 2023 NBA free agency show, Dan runs solo for a few minutes to discuss the remaining free-agency landscape, the San Antonio Spurs, Austin Reaves and more. After that, he's joined by The NBA Podcast's Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) to discuss the James Harden situation, potential trades to the LA Clippers and the future of the Philadelphia 76ers. Finally, they react to the FRED VANVLEET MEGA CONTRACT while putting a bow on their finals thoughts from Day 1 of the free agency process. SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Free Agency Reactions, Part 3 Jul 01, 2023

In Part 3 of their live 2023 NBA free agency show, Dan and Grant react to every rumor and signing while tackling some big picture questions. This one continues with the Detroit Pistons' outlook and lack of moves. It closes with our favorites and least favorite contracts so far, and with Grant departing before the fourth and FINAL part. SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Free Agency Reactions, Part 2 Jul 01, 2023

In Part 2 of their 2023 NBA free agency live show, Dan and Grant react to every signing and rumor, beginning with Jakob Poeltl returning to the Toronto Raptors. This cuts off after some Detroit Pistons and Joe Harris talk. SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Free Agency Reactions, Part 1 Jul 01, 2023

In Part 1 of our 2023 NBA free agency live show, Dan and Grant react to every signing and rumor. This one cuts off right before the Jakob Poeltl signing. SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Bulls, Cavs, Pistons, Pacers, Bucks Jun 28, 2023

Dan and Grant preview the 2023 NBA offseason for the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 4:48 - Chicago Bulls 15:44 - Cleveland Cavaliers 21:54 - Detroit Pistons 30:59 - Indiana Pacers 40:27 - Milwaukee Bucks SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Nuggets, Wolves, Thunder, Blazers, Jazz Jun 27, 2023

Dan and Grant preview the 2023 NBA offseason for Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Portland Trail Blazers and Utah Jazz. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 4:06 - Denver Nuggets 13:08 - Minnesota Timberwolves 23:59 - Oklahoma City Thunder 33:04 - Portland Trail Blazers 46:14 - Utah Jazz SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Draft Takeaways and Trade Reactions Jun 23, 2023

Dan and Grant discuss all their most significant observations coming out of the 2023 NBA Draft. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:47 - Chris Paul - Jordan Poole trade 13:44 - Washington Wizards 19:14 - Dallas Mavericks 23:18 - Oklahoma City Thunder 27:59 - Are older NBA rookies en vogue?/ 33:58 - The fall of Cam Whitmore 38:06 - Is the NBA approaching a moral dilemma? 43:13 - Charlotte Hornets/Brandon Miller 48:36 - Portland Trail Blazers, Damian Lillard, Scoot Henderson 57:07 - Orlando Magic 1:00:12 - Sacramento Kings 1:05:29 - San Antonio Spurs/Victor Wembanyama 1:06:38 - Memphis Grizzlies/Boston Celtics SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kristaps Porzingis-Marcus Smart Trade Reaction & Community 2023 NBA Mock Draft Jun 22, 2023

Marcus Smart is now in the Memphis Grizzlies! Kristaps Porzingis is a member of the Boston Celtics! Tyus Jones is on the suddenly rebuilding Washington Wizards! GOOD. LORD. Dan breaks down the fallout from this three-team trade. After that, it's on to the first annual HARDWOOD KNOCKS LISTENER 2023 NBA MOCK DRAFT! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:16 - Kristaps Porzingis/Marcus Smart Trade Details 4:28 - Washington Wizards 10:34 Memphis Grizzlies 19:02 - Boston Celtics 29:58 - Hardwood Knocks Community 2023 NBA Mock Draft SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Mavs, Rockets, Grizzlies, Pelicans, Spurs Jun 21, 2023

Dan and Grant go deep on the 2023 NBA offseason outlooks for the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans and San Antonio Spurs. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:23 - Dallas Mavericks 13:42 - Houston Rockets 21:41 - Memphis Grizzlies 31:27 - New Orleans Pelicans 40:23 - San Antonio Spurs SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Hawks, Hornets, Heat, Magic, Wizards Jun 20, 2023

Dan and Grant preview the 2023 NBA offseason for the Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 3:28 - Atlanta Hawks 15:31 - Charlotte Hornets 27:58 - Miami Heat 40:26 - Orlando Magic 52:56 - Washington Wizards SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BRADLEY BEAL TRADE REACTION Jun 18, 2023

Dan breaks down every angle of the Bradley Beal trade. What does the Phoenix Suns offense look like? Will Deandre Ayton be dealt next? What are the Washington Wizards doing? Which teams might trade for Chris Paul? All this, and more! SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Dubs, Clippers, Lakers, Suns, Kings Jun 16, 2023

Dan and Grant preview the 2023 NBA offseason for the Golden State Warriors, L.A. Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - iNTRO 4:03 - Golden State Warriors 21:34 - L.A. Clippers 36:23 - Los Angeles Lakers 53:38 - Phoenix Suns 1:12:08 - Sacramento Kings SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Best Bradley Beal Trade Destinations Jun 15, 2023

Dan discusses the latest Bradley Beal rumors, including the difficulty of moving his contract and the best offer EVERY NBA TEAM might be willing to field. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - Bradley Beal rumors, his value, his contract, the direction of the Washington Wizards etc. 10:00 - The Best Bradley Beal trade destinations SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Denver Nuggets Did It! Plus, the Future of the Heat, Pelicans Rumors, Raptors Outlook Jun 13, 2023

Dan and Grant put a bow on the 2023 NBA Finals. They get into Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Michael Porter Jr., the team-building process and what's next. After that, it's on to the future of the Miami Heat, some New Orleans Pelicans rumors and the Toronto Raptors hiring Darko Rajakovic. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 3:23 - THE DENVER NUGGETS WON THE TITLE 36:40 - Future of the Miami Heat 47:43 - The Raptors hiring Darko Rajakovic, the future in Toronto 58:43 - Should the New Orleans Pelicans trade Zion Williamson or Brandon Ingram for Scoot Henderson? SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Draft Mega Primer + Chris Paul Rumors Jun 08, 2023

Dan is joined by Adam Spinella from The Box and One (@TheBoxAndOne_) for an extensive discussion about the 2023 NBA draft, as well as the latest Chris Paul rumors. Subscribe to The Box and One here: https://theboxandone.substack.com/.TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:17 - Chris Paul leaving the Phoenix Suns? 6:38 - Draft philosophy 10:04 - The NBA draft audience/High school prospect evaluation 12:03 - Evaluating prospects from Overtime Elite 13:37 - Victor Wembanyama 21:58 - Scoot Henderson vs Brandon Miller 24:44 - Who's the fourth best player in this draft? 27:27 - Anthony Black 30:52 - Ausar Thompson 31:27 - Jarace Walker 32:14 - Gradey Dick 33:57 - - Cason Wallace 35:12 - Cam Whitmore 36:48 - Taylor Hendricks 39:47 - How is this year's draft influenced by the 2023 NBA playoffs? 41:54 - Emoni Bates 43:04 - Kobi Bufkin 44:03 - Who helped themselves the most at the NBA draft Combine? 45:19 - Who hurt themselves the most at the NBA draft Combine? 46:56 - Who are you most higher on relative to consensus? 48:03 - Who are you most lower on relative to consensus? 49:06 - Brice Sensabaugh 50:13 - Which prospects are hardest to evaluate? 52:22 - Will there be more trades than usual inside the lottery? 55:27 - Which teams should prioritize win-now prospects over potential? 57:06 - One under-the-radar prospect to watch 58:39 - 2023 NBA Mock Draft: Lottery Edition SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Finals Talk, LeBron-Mavs Rumors, Atlantic Division Offseason Outlook Jun 06, 2023

Dan and Grant discuss the first two NBA Finals games between the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat, in addition to the latest coaching hires and the LeBron James and Dallas Mavericks rumors After that, they preview the offseason for the Brooklyn Nets, Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers and Toronto Raptors. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:47 - Nuggets vs Heat 18:44 - Monty Williams to Detroit, 22:45 - Frank Vogel to Phoenix 26:59 - LeBron James, Dallas Mavericks Rumors 33:32 - Boston Celtics Offseason Outlook 41:12 - Brooklyn Nets Offseason Outlook 51:08 - New York Knicks Offseason Outlook 1:01:36 - Philadelphia 76ers Offseason Outlook 1:11:12 - Toronto Raptors Offseason Outlook SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG PART 2: Nikola Jokic, NBA Draft Scenarios, A 4-Team Trade, Playoff History Jun 01, 2023

MAIL TIME. First, though, Dan riffs on the mega contract plows through a list of mailbag questions that cover the NBA Finals, all-time-great playoff performances, Bruce Brown's free agency, next year's title and MVP favorites, draft targets for the Utah Jazz, a four-team trade idea for the Dallas Mavericks, Miami Heat, Phoenix Suns and Toronto Raptors and MUUUUUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:58 - Monty Williams joins the Detroit Pistons 7:33 - Who's winning the NBA Finals? 10:58 - Best individual postseasons of all time by the numbers 16:11 - DENVER NUGGETS RANT ALERT 24:18 - Can Nikola Jokic be stopped? 28:22 - 2024 NBA title favorites 30:08 - Best fits for Bruce Brown free agency 35:11 - Should the Charlotte Hornets draft Scoot Henderson or Brandon Miller? 38:16 - 2024 NBA MVP favorites 41:40 - Should New York Knicks fans be hopeful or skeptical about the team's immediate future? 49:19 - Four-team trade idea featuring the Heat, Mavericks, Suns and Raptors 58:22 - Who is the better NBA draft fit for the Utah Jazz: Anthony Black, Cason Wallace, Taylor Hendricks or Gradey Dick? 1:05:02 - Most efficient clutch players for the 2023 postseason 1:06:36 - Is Mayonnaise an instrument? SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://bit.ly/hwkxdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nuggets vs. Heat NBA Finals Primer, Celtics Outlook, Bob Myers Leaves Warriors, Coaching Hires May 30, 2023

Dan and Grant preview the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat facing off in the NBA Finals and tackle the outlook of the Boston Celtics in the aftermath of their Eastern Conference Finals Game 7 loss. They also get into Bob Myers leaving the Golden State Warriors as well as the Milwaukee Bucks hiring Adrian Griffin, the Philadelphia 76ers hiring Nick Nurse and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:46 - Bob Myers steps down 15:41 - Boston Celtics outlook 36:16 - Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat primer 1:12:42 - Adrian Griffin to the Milwaukee Bucks 1:15:55 - Nick Nurse to the Philadelphia 76ers 1:24:06 - Monty Williams, the Toronto Raptors search for a new head coach SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://bit.ly/hwkxdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: NBA Coverage, Sixers Rebuild?, Blazers Trades, LeBron's Retirement, More May 25, 2023

MAIL TIME. Dan answers a wide array of questions that tackle the state of NBA media coverage, the prospect of a Philadelphia 76ers rebuild, Portland Trail Blazers trades, LeBron James' retirement, coaching searches for the Toronto Raptors and Milwaukee Bucks, James Harden's potential impact on the Houston Rockets and MUCH, MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:54 - Is NBA coverage broken? 24:01 - The Washington Wizards hire Michael Winger from the LA Clippers 30:38 - Who's the best fit for the Milwaukee Bucks head coaching vacancy? 33:01 - Should the Philadelphia 76ers consider trading Joel Embiid and rebuilding? 37:04 - How would the retirement of LeBron James impact the Los Angeles Lakers' cap sheet? 39:31 - Should the Phoenix Suns keep Deandre Ayton? 41:11 - Should the New Orleans Pelicans Go After Bobby Portis? 43:14 - Is LeBron James trying to fool NBA media?, Should the Lakers try trading for Fred VanVleet?, Should the Lakers consider moving Anthony Davis? 54:23 - Why are the Toronto Raptors taking so long to find a head coach? 57:22 - Who can the Portland Blazers trade for with the No. 3 pick? 1:01:24 - Is Jaylen Brown a good fit for the Blazers? 1:03:04 - Will Doc Rivers be coaching in the NBA next season? 1:04:24 - Are the Dallas Mavericks better off without Kyrie Irving? 1:18:23 - If the Houston Rockets land James Harden, will he hurt the development of Jalen Green or Alperen Sengun? SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://bit.ly/hwkxdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Nuggets!, Celtics Outlook, Heat Secret Sauce, Lakers Future, Melo Retires May 23, 2023

Dan and Grant discuss the Denver Nuggets winning the Western Conference and heading to the NBA Finals, as well as the superstar trajectory of Nikola Jokic. After that, they talk about Boston Celtics vs. Miami Heat and get into some offseason musings about the future of the Los Angeles Lakers. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:59 - Is Nikola Jokic the best player in the NBA? 21:09 - Boston Celtics outlook 34:40 - Miami Heat secret sauce 42:09 - Have the playoffs diminished the meaning of the regular season? 46:36 - Milwaukee Bucks coaching search 52:39 - Will LeBron James actually retire? 59:40 - Los Angeles Lakers offseason outlook 1:14:03 - Carmelo Anthony's retirement SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Victor Wembanyama Changes Everything for the San Antonio Spurs May 18, 2023

Dan is joined by Noah Magaro-George (@N_Magaro) from AirAlamo and the Alamo City Limits podcast to discuss the San Antonio Spurs' offseason and longer-term future after winning the Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes. SUBSCRIBE TO NOAH'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Noah_Magaro. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:39 - Victor Wembanyama to the Spurs! 7:04 - Wemby's defensive fit in San Antonio 9:13 - Gregg Popovich and Wemby! 11:14 - Wembanyama's offensive role 14:46 - The trajectory of Devin Vassell 21:02 - Keldon Johnson's best offensive role 25:16 - The development of Jeremy Sochan 27:17 - Malaki Branham and Blake Wesley 30:04 - How does the addition of Wembanyama alter the offseason approach? 33:22 - Tre Jones' restricted free agency/Romeo Langford 35:22 - Free-agent targets JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns May 17, 2023

Dan and Grant discuss the NBA offseason outlooks for the Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:06 - Golden State Warriors 10:48 - Phoenix Suns JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ja Morant, Sixers Outlook Post-Doc Rivers, Nuggets vs. Lakers, Celtics vs. Heat May 16, 2023

Dan and Grant discuss the latest Ja Morant incident and the Philadelphia 76ers firing Doc Rivers before previewing Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics vs. Miami Heat. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 3:09 - SNEAK PEEK 7:06 - Ja Morant 18:09 - Doc Rivers is fired/Future of the Sixers 40:09 - Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers primer 1:01:45 - Boston Celtics vs. Miami Heat primer JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Celtics Breakup Coming?, Suns WYD, All-NBA Snubs, Tyrese Maxey! May 12, 2023

MAIL TIME. Dan plows through a goodie bag's worth of questions that cover the future of the Boston Celtics, trades for the Phoenix Suns to pursue, a Dillon Brooks destination, a Jordan Poole to the Utah Jazz scenario and much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:21 - All-NBA thoughts 5:59 - Should the New York Knicks regret not trading for Donovan Mitchell given how the series against the Miami Heat is unfolding? 11:23 - What would it take to trade for the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft? 13:20 - Should the Milwaukee Bucks rebuild around Giannis Antetokounmpo? 19:52 - Does the NBA need to change up the draft lottery process? 25:03 - All-Defense, All-Rookie and Herb Jones 29:50 - What is Tyrese Maxey's ceiling in Philadelphia? 32:49 - Should the Phoenix Suns trade Deandre Ayton and/or Chris Paul? 39:25 - Have this year's playoffs been a letdown or exceeded expectations? 44:54 - Will the Boston Celtics look at making major changes this offseason? 56:24 - Jordan Poole to the Utah Jazz?! 59:38 - Caris LeVert to the Memphis Grizzlies?! JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dissecting Everything Celtics vs Sixers and Nuggets vs. Suns May 11, 2023

Dan and Grant take a DEEP dive into the NBA playoff battles between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers as well as the Denver Nuggets and Phoenix Suns. Their discussion covers unexpected contributions in Philadelphia, problem areas for the Celtics, the future of Deandre Ayton, Devin Booker's place among the league's superstars, Denver's strengthening championship stock and MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:06 - Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers 17:04 - Denver Nuggets 30:12 - Phoenix Suns JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is This The End of The Road for The Knicks and Warriors? May 10, 2023

Dan and Grant unload all of their thoughts on the Golden State Warriors and New York Knicks entering their win-or-go-home Game 5s. They also take a deep dive into everything the Lakers and Heat are doing well and how that could scale ahead to later rounds in the NBA playoffs. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:34 - Life on the brink 6:38 - Knicks vs. Heat 27:22 - Warriors vs. Lakers 43:45 - Lonnie Walker IV, Lakers adjustments JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Bucks Fire Budenholzer, Kyrie for Gobert???, Is the Regular Season Pointless? May 05, 2023

MAIL TIME. Dan discusses the Milwaukee Bucks' decision to "dismiss" Mike Budenholzer before diving into a mailbag the covers coaching in the NBA playoffs, Jayson Tatum's iso game, the future of the Indiana Pacers, Kyrie Irving sign-and-trade ideas, reclamation projects and MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:08 - The Bucks fire Mike Budenholzer 16:50 - Best mini MLE signings of the past five years 20:02 - Reclamation projects worth trading for this summer 25:58 - Kevon Looney 28:02 - Kyrie Irving to the Minnesota Timberwolves??? 29:59 - Kyrie Irving to the Milwaukee Bucks??? 32:32 - Jayson Tatum's iso scoring 35:28 - The Portland Trail Blazers are on fire, but not in a good way 36:23 - Does the NBA regular season no longer matter? 41:43 - Rank the remaining head coaches in the NBA playoffs 43:42 - Trending strategies 46:06 - Indiana Pacers offseason outlook 50:23 - Salary cap changes we'd love to see JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sixers vs. Celtics, Nuggets vs. Suns, Outlooks for Kings and Grizzlies May 03, 2023

Dan and Grant dive into James Harden's pants and epic Game 1 performance against the Boston Celtics, the Phoenix Suns-Denver Nuggets series and the offseason outlooks for the Memphis Grizzlies and Sacramento Kings. NOTE: THIS WAS RECORDED BEFORE THE NEWS THAT CP3 WOULD BE RE-EVALUATED IN ONE WEEK. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - James Harden's pants 4:15 - Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers thoughts 14:22 - Denver Nuggets vs. Phoenix Suns thoughts 30:36 - Memphis Grizzlies 40:10 - Sacramento Kings JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dillon Brooks + Golden Warriors vs. Los Angeles Lakers Primer May 02, 2023

Dan and Grant discuss the Memphis Grizzlies' decision to move on from Dillon Brooks before jumping into what to watch for throughout the Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Lakers series. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 3:05 - Dillon Brooks 10:05 - Warriors vs. Lakers Primer JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Playoffs Exits, Advancements and Big Picture Ramifications Apr 28, 2023

Dan and Grant bounce around the 2023 NBA playoffs. They begin with discussing the futures of the Milwaukee Bucks and LA Clippers after their exits. Then, they preview the series between the Miami Heat and New York Knicks, Phoenix Suns and Denver Nuggets and finally the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:26 - Kawhi Leonard 7:06 - Giannis Antetokounmpo 17:02 - Milwaukee Bucks offseason outlook 25:01 - LA Clippers Offseason outlook 37:29 - Cleveland Cavaliers 51:02 - New York Knicks vs. Miami Heat preview 1:11:11 - Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers preview 1:21:56 - Denver Nuggets vs. Phoenix Suns preview JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Houston Rockets Apr 27, 2023

Dan is joined by Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) from Red Nation Hoops to discuss the Houston Rockets hiring Ime Udoka, reflections from the 2022-23 season, biggest roster needs, free-agency targets, the James Harden rumors, trade possibilities and much more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:26 - The Ime Udoka hire 3:33 - Ime Udoka's introductory presser 15:54 - What to expect from Ime Udoka's impact on the roster 17:35 - Thoughts on the core players 17:56 - Jalen Green 22:14 - Alperen Sengun 26:31 - Jabari Smith Jr. 33:22 - Tari Eason and Kevin Porter Jr. 36:41 - K.J. Martin 39:08 - Biggest roster needs 41:58 - How the 2023 NBA draft will inform the Rockets offseason 44:08 - The James Harden rumors 50:09 - How aggressive will the Rockets be this offseason independent of James Harden? 58:07 - Potential trade targets, Jaylen Brown, Mikal Bridges JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Should the Bucks Fire Budenholzer, Paul George Trades, Playoff Format, Clippers Future Apr 26, 2023

MAIL TIME. This week's journey down You Asked, Dan Answered Lane covers the Milwaukee Bucks, Mike Budenholzer and Giannis Antetokounmpo, Paul George trade destinations and the future of the LA Clippers, a Brooklyn Nets and Portland Trail Blazers hypothetical, random NBA beefs, a Herb Jones trade idea, the drawn-out genesis of Dan's NBA fandom and MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:26 - Which 2022 free agents are having the largest impact in the 2023 NBA playoffs? 6:03 - Would the Oklahoma City Thunder trade all their future first-round picks for Victor Wembanyama 8:36 - Milwaukee Bucks/Portland Trail Blazers 9:10 - Should the Milwaukee Bucks Fire Mike Budenholzer? 13:52 - Is Giannis Antetokounmpo still the best player in the NBA? 17:12 - What's more likely: A Mikal Bridges trade to the Portland Trail Blazers, or a Damian Lillard trade to the Brooklyn Nets? 22:40 - Should the NBA get rid of conferences? 25:41 - Dan goes WAAAAY too long on his NBA fandom journey 41:53 - Paul George trade destinations/The future of the LA Clippers 48:45 - Herb Jones to the Memphis Grizzlies??? 51:36 - Which fired NBA GMs deserve another job? 53:53 - The most random beefs in NBA history 56:01 - Which players will benefit from the league getting rid of positions on All-NBA and All-Defense ballots? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Toronto Raptors Fire Nick Nurse, 2023 NBA Playoffs Winners & Losers Apr 21, 2023

Dan and Grant react to the Toronto Raptors firing Nick Nurse and then go through their EARLY 2023 NBA playoffs winners and losers so far. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:35 - INTRO 2:51 - Raccoons invaded Dan's life 13:07 - Toronto Raptors fire Nick Nurse 24:09 - Mike Brown/Sacramento Kings 28:15 - Minnesota Timberwolves 32:27 - Denver Nuggets defense/Jamal Murray 34:35 - Trae Young 46:32 - Brook Lopez, Milwaukee Bucks vs. Miami Heat 52:36 - Kevon Looney/Draymond Green 58:03 - LA Clippers/Kawhi Leonard 1:03:17 - WHAT ARE THE RULES?! 1:09:33 - Derrick White 1:11:48 - The Knicks offense/RJ Barrett 1:16:22 - Phoenix Suns, the Kevin Durant - Devin Booker pairing JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Offseason Lookaheads: Washington Wizards Apr 20, 2023

Dan is joined by Matt Modderno (@MattModderno) from the Bleav in Wizards podcast (@BleavinWizards) to discuss the future of the Washington Wizards following their decision fire general manager Tommy Sheppard. Full list of topics include: —Was Tommy Sheppard's dismissal a surprise? —Will the Wizards be open to rebuilding? —Evaluating Wes Unseld Jr. —What would it take for the Wizards to rebuild? —The future of Kristaps Porzingis —The Porzingis and Daniel Gafford frontcourt pairing —The future of Kyle Kuzma —The future of Deni Avdija —Biggest offseason need in Washington —Stylistic changes the Wizards should make —Player most likely to be traded —Free agency targets JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Draymond Green Suspension, Playoff Overreactions, Win-Win Trades Apr 19, 2023

MAIL TIME. Dan answers an array of questions that cover the Draymond Green suspension, Ja Morant's injury, the Philadelphia 76ers-Brooklyn Nets series, overreactions for every playoff team, win-win trades, player archetypes and much more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:35 - Draymond Green suspension 5:04 - INTRO 6:39 - Walker Kessler or Jaden McDaniels? 8:35 - Should the Utah Jazz trade for LaMelo Ball? 11:46 - Draymond Green and Domantas Sabonis incident 16:58 - Should Ja Morant be considered injury prone? 19:57 - Early postseason overreactions for every NBA playoff team 36:22 - Phoenix Suns impressions 40:22 - Why are NBA playoff games officiated differently? 44:39 - What's more impressive: The Brooklyn Nets defense or the Philadelphia 76ers defense? 47:06 - Which NBA archetypes will be the next trendy draft selections? 50:49 - What are the biggest win-win trades in NBA history? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Playoffs Primers: Bucks vs. Heat, Nuggets vs. Timberwolves Apr 15, 2023

Dan and Grant wrap up their 2023 NBA playoffs primer with extend thoughts on the first-round matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and Miami Heat as well as the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:35 - INTRO 3:52 - Milwaukee Bucks vs. Miami Heat 23:40 - Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are We Underestimating the Sacramento Kings? Apr 14, 2023

BONUS POD. Dan is joined by The Kings Herald's Greg Wissinger (@gwiss) to discuss the wave of doubt engulfing the Sacramento Kings as they prepare to end their 16-year postseason drought and take on the Golden State Warriors in Round 1 of the 2023 NBA playoffs. Is the skepticism warranted? Are the Kings better than they're viewed nationally? Is the defense really that bad? Which matchups should we watch? How euphoric is it to know Sacramento not only made the postseason but did so comfortably? How important is the Kings' postseason performance to understanding how they should flesh out the roster moving forward? Plus, predictions, shit-talking, cliche questions from Dan for Greg, the growth of De'Aaron Fox, Keegan Murray, Domantas Sabonis, the rotation and MUCH more! JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Playoffs Primer: PHI/BRK, BOS/ATL, CLE/NYK, SAC/GSW, MEM/LAL, PHO/LAC Apr 13, 2023

Dan and Grant preview all six first-round series that already set for the 2023 NBA playoffs. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:35 - INTRO 6:05 - Philadelphia 76ers vs. Brooklyn Nets 17:01 - Boston Celtics vs. Atlanta Hawks 26:48 - Cleveland Cavaliers vs. New York Knicks 42:41 - Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors 55:20 - Memphis Grizzlies vs. Los Angeles Lakers 1:13:09 - Phoenix Suns vs. LA Clippers 1:29:48 - PLAYOFF MAILBAG JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 All-NBA, All-Defense And All-Rookie Picks Apr 11, 2023

Grant and Dan drop their picks for All-NBA, All-Defense and All-Rookie teams. Be sure to check out our awards pod here: https://bit.ly/hwkx886 TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 3:07 - Rudy Gobert Suspension 6:16 - CRITERIA 9:37 - All-NBA Guards 19:05 - All-NBA Forwards 29:07 - All-NBA Centers 33:33 - All-Rookie teams 45:28 - All-Defense teams JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our 2023 NBA Awards Ballots Apr 10, 2023

Grant and Dan go LOOOOONG on their 2022-23 NBA awards ballots. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:35 - INTRO/CRITERIA 9:31 - MVP/More Criteria 34:16 - Executive of the Year 43:06 - Coach of the Year 52:31 - Defensive Player of the Year 1:06:26 - Rookie of the Year 1:17:45 - Clutch Player of the Year 1:19:24 - Sixth Man of the Year 1:26:27 - Most Improved Player JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Luka Doncic and the Mavs, Deandre Ayton's Future, Mikal Bridges for MIP?, The Pacers! Apr 07, 2023

MAIL TIME. This week's batch of FANTABULOUS questions have us talking about the future of Dallas Mavericks and Luka Doncic, why the Sacramento Kings #justwork, Deandre Ayton's role on the Kevin Durant-era Phoenix Suns, free-agency targets for the Indiana Pacers, the value of Trey Murphy, Nick Nurse and the Raptors and SO. MUCH. MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:15 - INTRO 2:28 - The difference between the Dallas Mavericks and Sacramento Kings 6:28 - Should the Mavs consider trading Luka Doncic 14:40 - Would the New Orleans Pelicans trade Trey Murphy for Jaylen Brown? 18:58 - Which NBA team needs to be more urgent building around their star? 23:00 - Which NBA team is the best fit for Victor Wembanyama? 29:02 - If you could guarantee perfect health for one player this playoffs, who would you pick and why? Which team would you pick? 31:11 - Is there any chance Mikal Bridges can win MIP this year from his performance since the trade deadline? 35:12 - How many rookies from this NBA Draft class have superstar upside? 38:01 - What’s the most chaotic West play-in combination, and why is it Lakers vs Clippers and Mavericks vs. Timberwolves? 41:20 - What's your take on the Nick Nurse situation in Toronto? He was awfully...candid...when speaking about his future. 45:15 - What team would be the best if the NBA changed to a 3 vs. 3 league? What team would be the worst? 47:10 - What 4 are you targeting if you’re the Indiana Pacers? Young and can grow with the team, or overpaid vet (Tobias Harris) for 1 to 2 years? 50:14 - Which current NBA player is most likely to be in a exhibition boxing/MMA fight and why is it Draymond Green?.... 51:18 - My real question is this…If Ayton has a really good playoffs (especially if it leads to a championship) is it more likely that the Suns keep him as part of their core since it led to playoff success, or does it increase the likelihood he gets traded since it would likely raise his trade value significantly? Love the show as always! JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breaking Down The New NBA CBA with Keith Smith of Spotrac Apr 05, 2023

Dan is joined by the legendary Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) from Spotrac to cover the ins and outs of the new NBA collective bargaining agreement. Topics include: games-played minimum for awards, the luxury tax, the "super tax," the midseason tournament, players investing in NBA and WNBA teams and sports betting companies, unintended consequences of new items and MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:15 - INTRO 3:26 - The NBA's focus on parity 6:46 - Is the "Super Tax" good or bad? 18:27 - Will more teams pay the "regular" luxury tax? 22:37 - The impact of a 65-game minimum for awards and All-NBA teams 31:13 - Do the changes in extension rules matter? 36:37 - The future of Jaylen Brown 43:03 - Is it good that players can invest in NBA/WNBA teams and sports betting companies 50:11 - Is the in-season tournament good or bad? 55:13 - Under-the-radar changes to the CBA JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We Were Wrong, and We're Sorry Apr 03, 2023

Dan and Grant revisit their NBA preseason win-loss predictions and take ownership of their biggest misses and explain their logic, what went wrong and so much more. We talk about more than half the league, so buckle up! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:15 - INTRO 6:11 - Oklahoma City Thunder 9:15 - Utah Jazz 12:46 - Sacramento Kings 17:31 - Indiana Pacers 20:52 - Boston Celtics 24:17 - New York Knicks 27:47 - Golden State Warriors 36:10 - Detroit Pistons 39:35 - Minnesota Timberwolves 45:56 - Phoenix Suns 48:26 - New Orleans Pelicans 53:13 - Dallas Mavericks 56:28 - LA Clippers 1:00:27 - Toronto Raptors JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG, PART 2: Jaylen Brown's future, Julius Randle Injury, Luka Doncic trades Mar 31, 2023

MAIL TIME, PART 2. In the second mailbag of the week, Dan discusses the Julius Randle injury, playoff offenses, the future of Jaylen Brown on the Boston Celtics, NBA revenue sharing, teams best positioned to trade for Luka Doncic and MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:15 - INTRO 2:23 - Can the New York Knicks survive without Julius Randle 12:23 - Which team would Victor Wembanyama help the least? 17:49 - Will offenses be worse in the playoffs? 21:41 - Biggest winners and losers from the regular season 27:35 - Erase one of these NBA players' contributions from the league: Kobe Bryant, LeBron James or Michael Jordan 28:39 - Is Jaylen Brown destined to leave the Boston Celtics? 37:30 - How NBA revenue sharing works 42:02 - Is Kyrie Irving a good fit in Orlando? 44:33 - Which NBA teams are best positioned to trade for Luka Doncic JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG, PART 1: Evan Mobley for DPOY?!, Jaden McDaniels, LaMelo Ball, Mar 30, 2023

MAIL TIME. Dan goes through questions that cover Evan Mobley and the Defensive Player of the Year race, the growth of Jaden McDaniels and his next contract, the future of Jaylen Brown, Jalen Williams, playoff basketball, LaMelo Ball and MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:15 - INTRO 4:45 - The development of Jaden McDaniels 19:20 - LaMelo Ball's value 25:49 - Where would Jalen Williams go in a 2022 NBA re-draft? 28:50 - Woj or Shams? 30:37 - When is it okay to call someone a 'bust?' 33:30 - Is Evan Mobley a Defensive Player of the Year candidate? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should the Mavericks Tank?, 5 Bold Predictions Mar 28, 2023

Dan discusses the collapse of the Dallas Mavericks, the prospect of their tanking this season and what the current state of affairs means for their season. After that, he's got five *reasonably bold* predictions to drop into your mindholes. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:15 - INTRO 2:12 - State of the Dallas Mavericks 19:02 - Prediction #1 25:04 - Prediction #2 29:46 - Prediction #3 33:10 - Prediction #4 38:43 - Prediction #5 JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul George Injury Fallout & 1 Free Agent Every NBA Team Should Target Mar 23, 2023

Dan goes LONG on the Paul George injury and its impact on the short- and long-term future of the LA Clippers. Then, while nobody asked for this, Dan offers one 2023 free agent every NBA team should already be thinking about— in the name of changing pace. CHAPTERS BELOW⬇️ 1:15 - INTRO 2:50 - The LA Clippers without Paul George 24:02 - Atlanta Hawks 24:59 - Boston Celtics 25:24 - Brooklyn Nets 26:15 - Charlotte Hornets 27:06 - Chicago Bulls 27:43 - Cleveland Cavaliers 28:18 - Dallas Mavericks 28:57 - Denver Nuggets 29:53 - Detroit Pistons 30:22 - Golden State Warriors 31:11 - Houston Rockets 32:00 - Indiana Pacers 33:00 - LA Clippers 33:34 - Los Angeles Clippers 34:45 - Memphis Grizzlies 36:03 - Miami Heat 36:38 - Milwaukee Bucks 37:46 - Minnesota Timberwolves 38:26 - New Orleans Pelicans 39:37 - New York Knicks 42:00 - Oklahoma City Thunder 44:15 - Orlando Magic 45:58 - Philadelphia 76ers 46:47 - Phoenix Suns 48:10 - Portland Trail Blazers 50:12 - Sacramento Kings 51:34 - San Antonio Spurs 53:10 - Toronto Raptors 53:52 - Utah Jazz 55:30 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BOUNCIN' AROUND: Pelicans Future, The Knicks!, Jalen Williams for RoY?!, Sixers, More Mar 21, 2023

Dan and Grant are trading big-picture observations for that will define the rest of the NBA season, potentially the 2023 NBA playoffs and definitely the 2023 NBA offseason. This journey includes the future of the New Orleans Pelicans, the Philadelphia 76ers, the New York Knicks, Jalen Williams and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:15 - INTRO 4:45 - The future of the New Orleans Pelicans is complicated 15:32 - Free-agency outlook, Jerami Grant, Nikola Vucevic 24:16 - Are the New York Knicks underrated? 35:07 - Next steps for the Knicks 36:23 - Are the Philadelphia 76ers Tier 1 title contenders? 42:31 - The Memphis Grizzlies playoff stock 47:26 - Is Kawhi Leonard a top-five player again? 53:23 - Can Jalen Williams be better than Paolo Banchero? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG PART 3: Jayson Tatum's MVP Case is Dead, Knicks vs. Nets, Lonzo Ball Injury, Nuggets, Dubs Mar 17, 2023

MAIL TIME. In Part 3 of our three-part mailbag, Dan and Grant dive into the future of the New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets, the latest Lonzo Ball injury news, Jayson Tatum's slumping MVP case, the Denver Nuggets' title chances, the Golden State Warriors' transition into the post-Stephen Curry era, the best clutch players who don't score and MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:30 - Who gets more wins over the next three seasons: The New York Knicks or Brooklyn Nets? 7:57 - Why has Jayson Tatum fallen out of the MVP discussion? 12:36 - Which NBA franchise would you chose to represent the model of how to build a team, culture, manage finances, etc 23:37 - Lonzo Ball update 24:39 - True shooting percentage 26:14 - Who are the best clutch time NBA players based on stats excluding points scored? Guys who do all the little things at the end of the game but don’t hit the final shot. 31:22 - Should the Denver Nuggets be title favorites? 36:26 - What will happen to the Golden State Warriors after Stephen Curry retires? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG PART 2: Bogdan Bogdanovic Extension. Hamidou Diallo and Cam Johnson Outlooks, Kawhi for All-NBA?! Mar 17, 2023

MAIL TIME. In Part 2 of our three-part mailbag, Dan and Grant react to Bogdan Bogdanovic signing an extension with the Atlanta Hawks before tackling the free-agency outlooks for Cam Johnson and Hamidou Diallo. After that, they talk about Kawhi Leonard's All-NBA candidacy, as well as the battle for the final center spot. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:30 - INTRO 4:46 - The Bogdan Bogdanovic extension 17:51 - How much will Cam Johnson get in free agency? 22:52 - What will be Hamidou Diallo's free-agent market? 33:51 - Are the Sacramento Kings locks to win the Pacific Division? 39:21 - Will Kawhi Leonard make an All-NBA team? 45:21 - Who's your third-team All-NBA center? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG PART 1: Nuggets struggles, Playoff X-factors, Kyrie's Next Contract Mar 16, 2023

MAIL TIME. In part 1 of this week's mailbag, Dan discusses the Denver Nuggets' recent struggles, player evaluation, the long-term future of the Miami Heat, Kyrie Irving's next contract, the most important role players of the NBA playoffs and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:30 - INTRO 3:26 - Are the Denver Nuggets in trouble? 17:28 - Who will be the Portland Trail Blazers' next head coach? 23:26 - What matters more in player evaluation: offense or defense? 26:26 - How important is continuity for NBA title contenders? 31:18 - What should Kyrie Irving's next contract look like? 35:58 - Who will make the next Mikal Bridges-type leap? 38:19 - Deepest playoff teams, most important role players in the postseason 48:18 - The significance postseason runs for the Denver Nuggets and Sacramento Kings 51:16 - Can Miami Heat avoid remaining trapped in mediocrity? 54:13 - Will LeBron James play until he's 45?!? 56:09 - Which role players can you NOT imagine playing for another team? 57:41 - Which role player would be the best star in the league if they got... WEMBY-PILLED JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LIGHT THE BEAM: The Sacramento Kings are For Real Mar 15, 2023

Dan is joined by Greg Wissinger (@gwiss) of The Kings Herald to discuss—YOU GUESSED IT—the rise of the 2022-23 Sacramento Kings. From what makes them tick to their biggest flaws to breaking down potential playoff matchups, they get into it all. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:30 - INTRO 3:31 - How surprising is this Kings team? 9:22 - The defining factors of the NBA's best offense 10:58 - Domantas Sabonis' better-than-expected fit 12:22 - The growth of De'Aaron Fox 15:58 - Staggering the minutes of Sabonis and Fox 19:11 - Development of Keegan Murray 22:28 - Impact of Malik Monk 25:17 - Is the Kings defense really that bad? 30:43 - Revisiting the Kevin Huerter trade 32:47 - Are the Kings underrated? 35:36 - Ideal first-round playoff matchup for the Kings 39:27 - Most problematic playoff matchups for the Kings JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 Question: Why Do We Care About the NBA MVP Award So Much? Mar 14, 2023

Dan goes long on one question, which was inspired by Discord user ItsAllen: Why do basketball fans care about the NBA MVP award so much? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Trade Deadline Re-Grades (Part 2) Mar 10, 2023

Dan and Grant revisit all the biggest deals from the 2023 NBA trade deadline and discuss where their impressions of each transaction stand exactly one month later. Part 2 covers the D'Angelo Russell mega trade, the Toronto Raptors getting Jakob Poeltl, the New York Knicks landing Josh Hart, Jae Crowder going to the Milwaukee Bucks and MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:45 - D'Angelo Russell trade 14:01 - Jakob Poeltl trade 21:56 - Josh Hart trade 29:33 - Jae Crowder trade 34:31 - Eric Gordon/Luke Kennard trade 42:21 - Bones Hyland trade 44:01 - Josh Richardson trade 44:42 - Dario Saric trade 46:13 - Jalen McDaniels trade JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Trade Deadline Re-Grades (Part 1) Mar 10, 2023

Dan and Grant revisit all the biggest deals from the 2023 NBA trade deadline and discuss where their impressions of each transaction stand exactly one month later. Part 1 will cover the Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Wiseman moves. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - Intro 3:01 - Kevin Durant trade 11:46 - Kyrie Irving trade 23:03 - James Wiseman trade JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA 'HOT OR NOT?!' 3.0 Mar 09, 2023

WELCOME TO NBA 'HOT OR NOT?!' You submitted your hot takes. Dan and Grant are here to discuss whether they're too spicy or not incendiary enough. This batch of surface-of-the-sun takes will cover everything from max (or near-max) contract candidates this summer, the rise of the New York Knicks, the future of the Miami Heat, the MVP race and MUCH more! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 3:01 - The Sacramento Kings are more likely to win a playoff series than the Memphis Grizzlies 5:18 - A 10-seed will win one of the play-in tournaments 7:14 - Damian Lillard will make First Team All-NBA 12:03 - The 2024 Rookie of the Year race will be an all-timer 13:34 - The Dallas Mavericks OR LA Clippers will miss the playoffs 16:18 - The Knicks will win more than 50 games 18:34 - The betting favorites for DPOY and MIP will NOT win the awards 24:26 - Damian Lillard OR Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will receive more MVP votes than Jayson Tatum 25:34 - The Utah Jazz and Brooklyn Nets have the brightest futures in the NBA 29:02 - A full-strength Los Angeles Lakers team will come out of the Western Conference 31:13 - Anthony Davis never should have been on the top-75 player list 33:52 - Mike Brown should win Coach of the Year 35:55 - The Miami Heat should trade Jimmy Butler 38:17 - The Memphis Grizzlies are better off without Ja Morant 41:32 - Victor Wembanyama is not as good as people think 44:10 - The NBA will make sure Victor Wembanyama gets to Oklahoma City, Atlanta or Orlando 46:04 - Franz Wagner is more important to the Orlando Magic than Paolo Banchero 47:22 - LeBron James or Dwight Howard should have won 2010-11 MVP award 48:52 - The Knicks will make the Eastern Conference Finals 50:04 - Jaden McDaniels and Ant Edward’s will be a better version of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown 51:22 - Jordan Poole will be traded this offseason 53:38 - These players will make MORE THAN $25 MILLION PER YEAR in their next contract JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: The MVP Debate, Surging Knicks, Sixth Man of the Year, Future of the Clippers Mar 08, 2023

MAIL TIME. Dan drops Part 2 of this week's mailbag, which includes a look at the surging New York Knicks, the ambiguous L.A. Clippers, the NBA MVP race, Anthony Edwards, playoff seeds and more! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:39 - Anthony Edwards 5:02 - Are the New York Knicks actually good? 10:57 - The MVP discussion 32:05 - What happens to the L.A. Clippers if they implode during—or before—the postseason? 39:41 - Top Sixth Man of the Year candidates 48:48 - Predicted the top 10 seeds in both the East and the West...You're welcome? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Ja Morant, OKC Thunder Trade Targets, Future of the Raptors Mar 07, 2023

MAIL TIME. In Part 1 of a two-pod mailbag, Dan ventures through questions that cover the Toronto Raptors, Oklahoma City Thunder, playoff basketball, Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:46 - Ja Morant, Memphis Grizzlies Outlook 13:00 - Is it time for the Oklahoma City Thunder to go all-in this summer? 20:47 - Fred VanVleet's free-agency value 27:29 - What’s a bigger detriment to a team in the playoffs: a defensive ace with no offensive game, or a pure bucket that is an absolute liability on defense? 31:06 - Pascal Siakam's playmaking 35:27 - The Toronto Raptors outlook 41:09 - How much is Gary Trent Jr. Worth? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8 Most Interesting NBA Teams for the Rest of This Season Mar 03, 2023

Dan and Grant go through their EIGHT most interesting NBA teams heading into the stretch run of the 2022-23 regular season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 3:23 - Most interesting team No. 1 8:55 - Most interesting team No. 2 12:40 - Most interesting team No. 3 13:22 - Will Kyrie be on the Mavs next season? 18:47 - Most interesting team No. 4 22:23 - Most interesting team No. 5 26:11 - Most interesting team No. 6 28:49 - Most interesting team No. 7 31:48 - Most interesting team No. 8 JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Load management, Mark Williams, Cinderella candidates, Grizzlies, Jazz, Jerami Grant Mar 02, 2023

MAIL TIME. In the latest mailbag, Dan and Grant tackle Cinderella candidates ahead of the 2023 NBA playoffs, discuss their best head coaches, the development of Mark Williams, Jerami Grant's free agency and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:15 - Are the Lakers cooked without LeBron James? 6:10 - Are the Jazz tanking? 10:46 - Do players deserve blame for load management? 16:15 - Can the Kings win a playoff series? 18:47 - Should the NBA implement a target score for overtime? 21:12 - Imagining Victor Wembanyama on a Finals contender 22:17 - Which team DON'T you want to see get Victor Wembanyama or Scoot Henderson? 28:15 - Will the Jazz look at trading Lauri Markkanen over the offseason? 29:10 - The development of Mark Williams 33:56 - Jalen Duren or Mark Williams? 34:18 - Most likely playoff Cinderella stories 39:10 - Which team can steal Jerami Grant from the Blazers? 43:02 - Will the Grizzlies make a big trade this summer? 49:06 - Top five coaches in game management, strategy and x's o's. 56:50 - Top five coaches in development/leadership JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Future of the Atlanta Hawks, LeBron/LaMelo Injury Fallout, New CBA Implications Feb 28, 2023

Dan reacts to some of the most pressing NBA news items: Quin Snyder (officially) joining the Atlanta Hawks, the LaMelo Ball injury, the LeBron James injury and the latest on CBA negotiations between the league and the players union. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:02 - Quin Snyder, the future of the Atlanta Hawks 18:47 - LaMelo Ball Injury 25:22 - Can the Lakers survive the LeBron James injury? 36:44 - Reacting to the latest CBA negotiation news: age limit, luxury-tax bands, extension rules JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10 Pressing Questions for the Rest of the NBA Season Feb 24, 2023

Dan and Grant pose 10 pressing questions that they'll thinking about over the stretch run of the NBA regular season. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:46 - Which teams will emerge as surprise tankers? 6:08 - Which team will go down as a disastrous disappointment? 13:06 - What is the most impactful injury for the rest of this season? 15:59 - Who is the rightful title favorite? 19:46 - Will Russell Westbrook have a material impact, good or bad, on the Clippers' outlook? 24:39 - Which new arrival will have the biggest impact on their team? 29:04 - How concerned are we about the long-term trajectory of the New Orleans Pelicans? 35:25 - Will Kevin Durant's fit on the Phoenix Suns be seamless? 41:07 - Which buyout acquisition will matter the most? 45:26 - Which contenders will make major changes if they don't win a title? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Fraudulent Contenders, Atlanta Fires McMillan, NBA Parity, Rookie Awards Feb 23, 2023

MAIL TIME. Dan and Grant plow through questions that cover Nate McMillan getting fired, the future of the Atlanta Hawks, fixes for NBA All-Star Weekend, the current parity, contenders who are actually frauds, rookie awards, the outlook of the Brooklyn Nets and MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 4:23 - Nate McMillan firing, future of the Atlanta Hawks 14:28 - Fixing All-Star Weekend 23:21 - Is this parity in the NBA temporary? 28:26 - Which should-be contender is a fraud? 37:25 - Kevin Love to Miami, Will Cleveland regret it? 39:06 - Mac McClung's NBA future 40:33 - Dark horse spoilers for the playoffs 44:26 - Which contender might blow it up if they have a disappointing postseason? 49:14 - NBA Awards for Rookies 52:34 - Are the Orlando Magic the next version of the Memphis Grizzlies 53:36 - Which 1-6 teams are most likely to fall into play-in territory? Which 7-10 teams drop out of the play-in? 57:27 - How will the Nets operate this summer? 1:02:16 - Predicting post-All-Star leap JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How The Kevin Durant Trade Impacts The Phoenix Suns' Outlook Feb 21, 2023

Dan is joined by Sam Cooper (@scooperhoops) and Mike Vigil (@protectedpick) of The Timeline Podcast to for a DEEEEP dive into how the Kevin Durant trade impacts the Phoenix Suns both immediately and over the longer term. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:46 - WAS JOSH OKOGIE SNUBBED FROM THE THREE-POINT COMPETITION?! 3:38 - Thoughts about the Kevin Durant trade two weeks later... 6:38 - The opportunity cost of acquiring KD 14:10 - The urgency of Phoenix's window 19:16 - Most fascinating impact of Kevin Durant's on-court fit 24:42 - Concerns about the KD fit 31:51 - Deandre Ayton's fit 36:20 - Devin Booker's role post-KD 42:16 - Terrence Ross' fit 46:13 - Best guesses for the rotation/Buyout targets 52:59 - Should the Suns be considered title favorites? 57:36 - Toughest potential matchups 1:03:59 - Offseason priorities 1:06:28 - The Kyrie bugaboo JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Kevin Durant, Mikal Bridges, Value of First-Round Picks, The Evan Mobley Leap Feb 17, 2023

MAIL TIME. In Part 2 of our two-part mailbag, Dan and Grant cover the Phoenix Suns, Kevin Durant, Devin Booker-at-point-guard lineups, the future of the Brooklyn Nets, Mikal Bridges' ceiling, the progression of Evan Mobley, the next blow-it-up candidates and much more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:11 - INTRO 3:03 - How far can the Nets go in the playoffs 5:27 - The expansion of Mikal Bridges' offensive game 10:11 - Pelicans vs. Magic 12:44 - Which team will look the most different next year after standing pat at the trade deadline? 16:27 - What's the worst destination for Victor Wembanyama and why is it the Rockets? 20:11 - Has Evan Mobley made THE LEAP? 25:12 - More valuable: Distant first-round picks or immediate first-rounders? 31:41 - Which team will do what the Nets or Jazz have done and tear it down next? 39:54 - Who would be the longest tenured Utah Jazz player next season? 42:12 - Did the Phoenix Suns give up too much for Kevin Durant? 48:53 - Will the KD trade have an impact on the CBA? 52:06 - Should Phoenix play more Devin Booker-at-point-guard lineups? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Mock All-Star Draft, Zion Williamson Injury, LeBron James, Rudy Gobert, Timberwolves Future Feb 16, 2023

MAIL TIME. In Part 1 of a two-part mailbag, Dan and Grant discuss the 2023 NBA All-Star Game and hold their own mock draft. After that, they talk about Rudy Gobert, the Minnesota Timberwolves, LeBron James, the impact of Zion Williamson's latest injury on the New Orleans Pelicans and much more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:11 - INTRO 4:05 - MOCK 2023 NBA ALL-STAR DRAFT 10:56 - Zion Williamson injury/availability 17:27 - Fixing All-Star Weekend 23:41 - Is LeBron James a bad leader? 32:55 - Should active players be allowed immediate entry into the Hall of Fame 36:35 - Rudy Gobert's trade value if the Timberwolves wanted to rebuild 42:45 - If the Timberwolves traded Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert, where would their rebuild rank? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ideal Landing Spots for Top NBA Buyout Candidates Feb 14, 2023

Dan runs through a list of potential buyout candidates and rattles off where he thinks they'd be best suited to play. JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Trade Deadline Reaction, Part 2: Warriors, Raptors, Knicks, Blazers, Bulls, Cavs, Kings, MORE Feb 10, 2023

Part 2 of our NBA trade deadline reaction covers the Golden State Warriors, Detroit Pistons, Atlanta Hawks, Portland Trail Blazers, Toronto Raptors, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Sacramento Kings, New Orleans Pelicans, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers and our biggest surprises/most under the radar moves. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:58 - INTRO 0:55 - Golden State Warriors, Detroit Pistons 9:18 - Atlanta Hawks 10:11 - Portland Trail Blazers 13:29 - Western Conference playoff picture 14:51 - Toronto Raptors/Jakob Poeltl 22:35 - Chicago Bulls 28:57 - Cleveland Cavaliers 35:38 - Sacramento Kings, New Orleans Pelicans 41:31 - New York Knicks, Zach LaVine, John Collins 50:04 - Biggest surprises, under the radar moves JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Trade Deadline Reaction, Part 1: KD/Suns, Nets, Clippers, Lakers, Nuggets, Jazz, Wolves, Grizzlies Feb 10, 2023

This is Part 1 of our two-part podcast on the 2023 NBA trade deadline. Dan and Grant analyze the ins and outs of Kevin Durant, the Phoenix Suns, the Brooklyn Nets, the L.A. Clippers, Bones Hyland and Eric Gordon, the Denver Nuggets, the Memphis Grizzlies and Luke Kennard, every Los Angeles Lakers move and the impact of the D'Angelo Russell and Mike Conley trade on the Minnesota Timberwolves and Utah Jazz. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:58 - INTRO 6:04 - Kevin Durant, Phoenix Suns, 21:39 - Brooklyn Nets 38:27 - L.A. Clippers 35:21 - Denver Nuggets 40:03 - Memphis Grizzlies 46:00 - Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Utah Jazz JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TRADE REACTION: Lakers, Jazz, Timberwolves, D'Angelo Russell, Knicks, Blazers Feb 09, 2023

Dan reacts to the three-team trade between the Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves and Utah Jazz and what it means for each franchise moving forward. After that, it's on to the New York Knicks acquiring Josh Hart from the Portland Trail Blazers. Finally, we wrap up with some general NBA trade deadline thoughts and musings. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:58 - INTRO 4:13 - Los Angeles Lakers trade reaction 12:21 - Timberwolves trade reaction 15:21 - Utah Jazz trade reaction 25:08 - New York Knicks/Portland Trail Blazers trade reaction 34:51 - Live MAILBAG! JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 Trade Deadline Prediction for Every NBA Team Feb 08, 2023

Dan came up with one realistic 2023 NBA trade deadline prediction for every team. Some already don't look so hot. Others aren't so bad. One already even came true! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:58 - INTRO 3:29 - Atlanta Hawks 6:16 - Boston Celtics 7:27 - Brooklyn Nets 9:32 - Charlotte Hornets 10:38 - Chicago Bulls 11:51 - Cleveland Cavaliers 13:19 - Dallas Mavericks 15:03 - Denver Nuggets 17:10 - Detroit Pistons 18:54 - Golden State Warriors 20:01 - Houston Rockets 22:14 - Indiana Pacers 23:43 - L.A. Clippers 25:55 - Los Angeles Lakers 28:08 - Memphis Grizzlies 30:19 - Miami Heat 32:03 - Milwaukee Bucks 33:57 - Minnesota Timberwolves 35:55 - New Orleans Pelicans 37:38 - New York Knicks 38:51 - Oklahoma City Thunder 40:00 - Orlando Magic 41:38 - Philadelphia 76ers 42:42 - Phoenix Suns 44:42 - Portland Trail Blazers 47:03 - Sacramento Kings 49:11 - San Antonio Spurs 49:54 - Toronto Raptors 51:06 - Utah Jazz 52:50 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyrie Irving Trade Fallout for the Mavs, Nets, Lakers, Kevin Durant and 2023 NBA Trade Deadline Feb 05, 2023

Dan and Grant break down every angle of the Kyrie Irving trade. Did the Dallas Mavericks make a mistake? What's next for Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets? How will this deal impact the rest of the trade market? Is LeBron James going to be mad? (PROGRAMMING NOTE: Dan goes solo for about the first 26 minutes, and then the ever fantabulous Mr. Hughes hops on.) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Trade Deadline Primers: Southeast Division Feb 04, 2023

IT’S 2023 NBA TRADE DEADLINE PRIMER SEASON, ROUND 6. In the sixth and final podcast of this series, Dan and Grant cover the ins and outs of every team in the Southeast Division: Miami Heat, Atlanta Hawks, Orlando Magic, Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards. From salary-cap minutiae to pressing needs to HYPOTHETICAL TRADES GALORE, you don’t want to miss this. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:58 - INTRO 3:22 - Miami Heat 9:19 - Atlanta Hawks 16:46 - Orlando Magic 22:51 - Charlotte Hornets 31:44 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Trade Deadline Primers: Central Division Feb 03, 2023

IT’S 2023 NBA TRADE DEADLINE PRIMER SEASON, ROUND 5. In the fifth of six podcasts, Dan and Grant cover the ins and outs of every team in the Central Division: Milwaukee Bucks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Chicago Bulls, Indiana Pacers and Detroit Pistons. From salary-cap minutiae to pressing needs to HYPOTHETICAL TRADES GALORE, you don’t want to miss this. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:58 - INTRO 4:37 - Milwaukee Bucks 12:50 - Cleveland Cavaliers 19:40 - Indiana Pacers 28:30 - Chicago Bulls 37:51 - Detroit Pistons JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Trade Deadline Primers: Atlantic Division Feb 02, 2023

IT’S 2023 NBA TRADE DEADLINE PRIMER SEASON, ROUND 4. In the fourth of six podcasts, Dan and Grant cover the ins and outs of every team in the Atlantic Division: Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks and Toronto Raptors. From salary-cap minutiae to pressing needs to HYPOTHETICAL TRADES GALORE, you don’t want to miss this. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:58 - INTRO 5:51 - Boston Celtics 15:16 - Philadelphia 76ers 24:14 - Brooklyn Nets 33:13 - New York Knicks 47:35 - Toronto Raptors JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Into The Slop... Feb 01, 2023

Dan dissects the latest NBA trade deadline news and rumors before cannonballing into a mini-mailbag. From the complicated nature of a Bones Hyland trade to OG Anunoby's value to Myles Turner's future, we've got LOADS to discuss. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:58 - INTRO 3:57 - Myles Turner's new deal, What to expect from the Indiana Pacers at the NBA trade deadline 7:40 - Jerami Grant/Portland Trail Blazers trade deadline plans 15:42 - How to sift through the NBA's "slop?" / Jaylen Nowell rumors, Bones Hyland rumors 19:41 - Bones Hyland trade rumors 28:05 - Why a Bones Hyland trade is so complicated for the Denver Nuggets 35:09 - Dorian Finney-Smith trade rumors 37:57 - The future of Fred VanVleet 39:34 - OG Anunoby trade rumors 50:55 - How much should availability factor into All-Star selections? 53:16 - Hawks-Warriors trade idea(?) 54:38 - What is Jarred Vanderbilt's trade value? 59:28 - Here's why the NBA trade deadline will be incredibly busy JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Trade Deadline Primers: Southwest Division Jan 30, 2023

IT’S 2023 NBA TRADE DEADLINE PRIMER SEASON, ROUND 3. In the third of six podcasts, Dan and Grant cover the ins and outs of every team in the Southwest Division: Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans, Dallas Mavericks, San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets From salary-cap minutiae to pressing needs to HYPOTHETICAL TRADES GALORE, you don’t want to miss this. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:58 - INTRO 7:50 - Memphis Grizzlies 14:30 - New Orleans Pelicans 22:01 - Dallas Mavericks 32:52 - San Antonio Spurs 38:11 - Houston Rockets JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Trade Deadline Primers: Northwest Division Jan 27, 2023

IT'S 2023 NBA TRADE DEADLINE PRIMER SEASON, ROUND 2. In the second of six podcasts, Dan and Grant cover the ins and outs of every team in the Northwest Division: Denver Nuggets, Utah Jazz, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder. From salary-cap minutiae to pressing needs to HYPOTHETICAL TRADES GALORE, you don't want to miss this. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:58 - INTRO 4:09 - Denver Nuggets 15:18 - Utah Jazz 26:04 - Minnesota Timberwolves 34:26 - Oklahoma City Thunder 41:35 - Portland Trail Blazers JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 NBA Trade Deadline Primers: Pacific Division Jan 26, 2023

IT'S 2023 NBA TRADE DEADLINE PRIMER SEASON. In the first of six podcasts, Dan and Grant cover the ins and outs of every team in the Pacific Division: Sacramento Kings, LA Clippers, Golden State Warriors, Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers. From salary-cap minutiae to pressing needs to HYPOTHETICAL TRADES GALORE, you don't want to miss this. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:58 - INTRO 4:09 - Sacramento Kings 16:28 - LA Clippers 25:29 - Golden State Warriors 37:06 - Phoenix Suns 48:36 - Los Angeles Lakers JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lakers-Wizards Rui Hachimura Trade Reaction Jan 24, 2023

Dan reacts to the trade sending Rui Hachimura to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Kendrick Nunn and three second-round picks. Did the Washington Wizards make a mistake? What does this say about how the Lakers will handle the rest of the deadline? He gets into it all. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 3:35 - Impact on the Lakers 17:13 - Impact on the Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: 1 Trade Away Contenders, Kings, Trae Young, Rudy Gobert vs. Walker Kessler Jan 20, 2023

MAIL TIME. This trip into the mind of our WONDERFUL LISTENERS has Dan and Grant discussing NBA teams that are one trade away from title contention; trade targets for the Boston Celtics, Denver Nuggets, Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, Miami Heat, Golden State Warriors and many more; Rudy Gobert and Walker Kessler; the Sacramento Kings' odds of winning a playoff series; Trae Young's future with the Atlanta Hawks; and MUCH, MUCH, MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:57 - INTRO 2:26 - Is it harder to build a championship team with a point guard as your best player? 11:46 - Can the Sacramento Kings win a playoff series? 16:52 - Which team would you want to be the GM for at the 2023 NBA trade deadline? 21:06 - Trae Young's future with the Atlanta Hawks 29:36 - Wing targets for the Celtics 35:12 - Rudy Gobert and Walker Kessler rabbit hole 42:05 - Do the Nuggets need to trade for backup big? 45:49 - One-trade away contenders, Plus a Bunch of hypothetical trades 1:05:47 - 5 Quick Trade Ideas JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Parity in the West, Nuggets and Grizzlies, MVP Discourse, All-Star Musings, Trade Deadline Concerns Jan 19, 2023

Dan and Grant bounce around the Association to discuss parity in the Western Conference, the title cases for the Memphis Grizzlies and Denver Nuggets, the 2023 NBA trade deadline, All-Star scenarios, the MVP race and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:22 - Ranting and raving about #TheDiscourse this time of year 9:31 - Parity in the NBA, Are the Nuggets and Grizzlies the heavy favorites in the West? 24:14 - Will the trade deadline suck? 34:47 - This year's All-Star pool is going to be weird 37:25 - Are these NBA players done making All-Star games? 42:49 - Is the MVP debate broken? SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH: https://bit.ly/hwkmerch JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every NBA Team's Best Blockbuster Trade Asset Jan 17, 2023

Dan recently wrote about every NBA team's best blockbuster trade asset ahead of the 2023 NBA trade deadline. He goes into more detail about his picks for every squads as well as what went into the process. Check out the article here: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10061630-every-nba-teams-best-blockbuster-trade-asset-entering-2023-deadline ....TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:15 - INTRO 1:08 - The process behind selections 4:31 - Atlanta Hawks 5:37 - Boston Celtics 6:25 - Brooklyn Nets 7:16 - Charlotte Hornets 8:02 - Chicago Bulls 9:33 - Cleveland Cavaliers 9:53 - Dallas Mavericks 11:03 - Denver Nuggets 12:06 - Detroit Pistons 13:28 - Golden State Warriors 14:37 - Houston Rockets 15:54 - Indiana Pacers 17:05 - LA Clippers 18:10 - Los Angeles Lakers 19:06 - Memphis Grizzlies 20:12 - Miami Heat 21:19 - Minnesota Timberwolves 22:24 - Milwaukee Bucks 23:50 - New Orleans Pelicans 25:04 - New York Knicks 27:25 - Oklahoma City Thunder 29:05 - Orlando Magic 30:15 - Philadelphia 76ers 31:14 - Phoenix Suns 33:45 - Portland Trail Blazers 34:52 - Sacramento Kings 36:30 - San Antonio Spurs 37:41 - Toronto Raptors 39:20 - Utah Jazz 41:15 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Are the Heat Stuck?, Anfernee Simons Trade Value, Top 5 Players in the West Jan 13, 2023

MAIL TIME...IN MINIATURE. Dan and Grant answer questions from listeners about the Miami Heat, the top five players in the West, Anfernee Simons, Lauri Markkanen, Pascal Siakam, team-building strategies and more. Finally, at the very end, Dan and Grant determine whether every team in the league should buy, sell or hold at the 2023 NBA trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:09 - Is it time for the Miami Heat to blow it up? 6:55 - Who are the five best players in the Western Conference, regardless of position? 13:07 - What is the best roster-building strategy? 23:01 - LaMelo Ball/Anthony Edwards 25:39 - What is Anfernee Simons' trade value? 34:52 - Who says no?! Blazers or Jazz? 37:00 - More likely to be traded: Pascal Siakam or Lauri Markkanen? 38:44 - Buy, Sell or Hold: Western Conference 40:48 - Buy, Sell or Hold: Eastern Conference JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"That's Something! or That's Stupid!" Jan 12, 2023

Dan and Grant debut "That's Something! or That's Stupid!," an idea that is the brainchild of RealSyrup2219 from Discord. (Thanks, RealSyrup2219!) In this pod, we respond to 13 statements that cover the NBA rulebook, league coverage, play styles and much more and then decide whether these proclamations are "Stupid!" or worth further discussion and implementation. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 4:05 - The NBA should look at rule changes to cut down on the reliance of the 3-ball so it's less of a "make or miss" league 6:25 - We (Fans, Media, basically everyone who doesn't work in a front office) should talk more about how "fun" and "unique" teams and players are and less about how "good" and "dominant" and "championship contenders" they are 12:36 - The NBA should abolish the coach's challenge 15:03 - Players should not be allowed to talk to the refs during the game. Coaches can lobby on behalf of their team 17:58 - If you fall down, you aren't eligible to draw a foul unless it's a flagranT 20:10 - All intentional fouls should be considered take fouls 22:35 - Free throws should not be shot in the moment. They should be tallied up and then shot all at once at the end of each quarter to add pressure 25:14 - The NBA should adopt the international rules allowing players to touch the ball as soon as it hits the rim 26:24 - In-arena music and sound effects should not be allowed during play 30:18 - Bank shots are cooler than swishes 31:53 - The NBA should reinstitute the hand check 34:04 - Every team having new jerseys every year will have negative effects on the league in the long run 38:01 - Free agency should come before the draft JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Durant Injury Fallout + Low-Hanging Fruit Feast Jan 10, 2023

Dan had a craving for some low-hanging fruit, so he bounced around a little section of the the Association. First up: The impact that the Kevin Durant injury will have on the Brooklyn Nets. Then, it's on to the latest mini soap opera featuring LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. From there, he hits on the John Collins interview while providing a few of his favorite Collins destinations. And finally, he discusses Fred VanVleet and the future of the Toronto Raptors. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 3:56 - Kevin Durant injury fallout...Are the Brooklyn Nets doomed? 17:18 - LeBron James/Los Angeles Lakers/value of THE PICKS 25:00 - The future of John Collins 29:02 - Fred VanVleet/Future of the Raptors JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

East Mailbag, Part 2: Pistons, Pacers, Heat, Bucks, Knicks, Magic, Sixers, Raptors, Wizards Jan 06, 2023

MAIL TIME. Dan and Grant are back with Part 2 of their NBA Eastern Conference mailbag. If you haven't checked out Part 1, please do that now! In the second part of this exercise, we're tackling a BUNCH of questions on the Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers, Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers, Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 0:41 - Detroit Pistons 8:24 - Indiana Pacers 14:25 19:13 - Milwaukee Bucks 27:49 - New York Knicks 40:29 - Orlando Magic 43:13 - Philadelphia 76ers 51:28 - Toronto Raptors 59:56 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

East Mailbag, Part 1: Hawks, Celtics, Nets, Hornets, Bulls, Cavs Jan 05, 2023

MAIL TIME. Dan and Grant dive into Part 1 of their TWO-PART Eastern Conference mailbag. First up, we have the Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls and Cleveland Cavaliers. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:16 - Atlanta Hawks 12:48 - Boston Celtics 19:54 - Brooklyn Nets 30:43 - Charlotte Hornets 43:24 - Chicago Bulls 48:53 - Cleveland Cavaliers JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can the New Orleans Pelicans Survive the Zion Williamson Injury? Jan 04, 2023

Dan gets into the implications of the Zion Williamson hamstring injury and how it impacts the New Orleans Pelicans both in the short term and heading into the 2023 NBA trade deadline. JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your Favorite NBA Team's 2023 New Year's Resolution Jan 03, 2023

Dan reacts to Grant "Certified Fantabulous" Hughes' article on Bleacher Report that covers 2023 New Year's resolutions for every NBA team. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:26 - Atlanta Hawks 2:43 - Boston Celtics 3:33 - Brooklyn Nets 3:57 - Charlotte Hornets 4:44 - Chicago Bulls 5:48 - Cleveland Browns 6:08 - Dallas Mavericks 7:06 - Denver Nuggets 8:13 - Detroit Pistons 8:50 - Golden State Warriors 9:23 - Houston Rockets 10:10 - Indiana Pacers 11:10 - LA Clippers 11:58 - Los Angeles Lakers 13:27 - Memphis Grizzlies 13:48 - Miami Heat 14:42 - Milwaukee Bucks 15:29 - Minnesota Timberwolves 16:28 - New Orleans Pelicans 18:17 - New York Knicks 19:45 - Oklahoma City Thunder 20:36 - Orlando Magic 21:46 - Philadelphia 76ers 22:43 - Phoenix /suns 24:07 - Portland Trail Blazers 25:08 - Sacramento Kings 25:59 - San Antonio Spurs 26:45 - Toronto Raptors 28:10 - Utah Jazz 30:48 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every NBA Team's Biggest Regret of 2022 Dec 31, 2022

Dan polled people who cover or follow/root for every NBA team to figure out what should be their biggest regret from the 2022 calendar year. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:15 - INTRO 4:54 - Atlanta Hawks 5:51 - Boston Celtics 6:35 - Brooklyn Nets 7:27 - Charlotte Hornets 8:18 - Chicago Bulls 9:04 - Cleveland Cavaliers 9:57 - Dallas Mavericks 11:32 - Denver Nuggets 13:04 - Detroit Pistons 13:55 - Golden State Warriors 15:05 - Houston Rockets 16:06 - Indiana Pacers 17:25 - L.A. Clippers 18:21 - Los Angeles Lakers 19:44 - Memphis Grizzlies 21:10 - Miami Heat 22:12 - Milwaukee Bucks 23:46 - Minnesota Timberwolves 25:38 - New Orleans Pelicans 26:49 - New York Knicks 28:51 - Oklahoma City Thunder 30:01 - Orlando Magic 31:22 - Philadelphia 76ers 32:31 - Phoenix Suns 34:35 - Portland Trail Blazers 36:29 - Sacramento Kings 38:17 - San Antonio Spurs 39:30 - Toronto Raptors 41:34 - Utah Jazz 42:20 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nikola Jokic for MVP, James Harden Rumors, Devin Booker Injury Fallout Dec 30, 2022

After way too much information on the inner goings of Hardwood Knocks, Dan gets into some of the biggest-ticket items on the docket. First, he FINALLY responds to rumors that James Harden wants to return to the Houston Rockets. Then, he discusses the impact Devin Booker's injury will have on the Phoenix Suns. And after that, he lays out why Nikola Jokic should be considered the favorite to win MVP. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:01 - Longwinded-ass programming note 9:36 - Should James Harden and the Houston Rockets reunite this summer, and will it feel so good if they do? 21:49 - Can the Phoenix Suns survive the Devin Booker injury? 34:35 - Should Nikola Jokic be the MVP favorite? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

West Mailbag, Part 2: Wolves, Pelicans, Thunder, Suns, Blazers, Kings, Spurs, Jazz Dec 29, 2022

Dan and Grant roll out Part 2 of their THREE-PART Western Conference MAILBAG. Be sure to check out Part 1 here. In Part 2, we're tackling questions for the Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, Oklahoma City Thunder, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, San Antonio Spurs and Utah Jazz. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:51 - Minnesota Timberwolves 9:32 - New Orleans Pelicans 22:28 - Oklahoma City Thunder 26:02 - Phoenix Suns 32:12 - Portland Trail Blazers 37:26 - Sacramento Kings 45:53 - San Antonio Spurs 52:07 - Utah Jazz JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

West Mailbag, Part 1: Mavs, Nuggets, Dubs, Rockets, Clippers, Lakers, Grizzlies Dec 28, 2022

Grant and Dan link up to tackle the first of a THREE-PART Western Conference mailbag. The Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, LA Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies are all put under the microscope in this episode. Find the TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:09 - Dallas Mavericks 12:20 - Denver Nuggets 23:09 - Golden State Warriors 31:51 - Houston Rockets 38:11 - L.A. Clippers 42:05 - Los Angeles Lakers 48:19 - Memphis Grizzlies JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trae Young Trades, Can the Hawks Fix This?, The Orlando Magic Ascension Dec 23, 2022

Dan discusses the prospect of a Trae Young trade request from the Atlanta Hawks. Of course, he first gets into whether the Hawks can salvage their season. After that, it's TRAE YOUNG TRADE IDEAS GALORE, kids! Finally, he dives into the Orlando Magic's recent scorching-hot streak and what it means for their future. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:25 - INTRO 1:55 - Trae Young Rumors, John Collins trades, Hawks struggles and future 21:54 - Trae Young trades 42:55 - Are the streaking Orlando Magic for real?! JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics Struggles, Suns Get Sold, 3 Fake Trades, 2 Bonkers Stats, Jordan Poole vs. RJ Barrett Dec 22, 2022

Dan and Grant bounce around the NBA with a bunch of quick-fire topics. Are the Boston Celtics in trouble or just slumping? Can the Los Angeles Lakers trade for Fred VanVleet? Is Jordan Poole more valuable than RJ Barrett? What's the most overrated holiday beverage or food out there? Listen to us ramble about this, plus some start-bench-cut and playoff predictions and other fake trades! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:25 - INTRO 2:24 - The sale of the Phoenix Suns 5:05 - Most overrated holiday food/beverages 10:01 - Are the Boston Celtics overrated? 12:56 - START, BENCH, CUT: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic 14:58 - Would you rather have Jordan Poole or RJ Barrett for the rest of their NBA career? 20:43 - START, BENCH, CUT: Desmond Bane, Darius Garland, Tyrese Haliburton #2 23:17 - Stat of the Week #1 (Iso Scorers) 25:21 - Stat of the Week #2 (Drivers) 28:25 - WHO SAYS NO?! #1 (Warriors and Spurs) 33:38 - WHO SAYS NO?! #2 (Kings and Nuggets trade) 38:01 - WHO SAYS NO?! #3 (Lakers and Raptors trade) 42:37 - Playoffs, Play-in or Lottery: Lakers, Timberwolves, Warriors 45:22 - Playoffs, Play-in Lottery: Bulls, Pacers, Raptors JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Way-Too-Early 2023 NBA All-Star Picks Dec 21, 2022

With fan voting officially live, Dan and Grant drop their much-too-early picks for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game. Yes, this was tough. Yes, we hate ourselves. Yes, Tyrese Haliburton and Lauri Markkanen were seriously considered. No, we're not sorry. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:25 - INTRO 2:05 - CRITERIA 9:40 - East Backcourt Starters 14:41 - East Frontcourt Starters 18:03 - East Frontcourt Reserves 24:42 - East Backcourt Reserves/Wild Cards 33:50 - Toughest East Snubs 37:30 - West Backcourt Starters 42:02 - West Frontcourt Starters 46:23 - West Backcourt Reserves 52:08 - West Frontcourt Reserves 59:45 - West Wild Cards 1:01:39 - Toughest West Snubs JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Bulls are a Lost Cause, Anthony Davis Injury, What's Next For the Raptors? Dec 20, 2022

Dan discusses the impact Anthony Davis' injury will have on the Los Angeles Lakers and how they approach the rest of their season. After that, he gets into the crapshow that is the Chicago Bulls. And finally, he takes a look at what's ailing the Toronto Raptors—and whether they'll try to fix it or tear the whole thing down. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:25 - INTRO 1:57 - Impact of Anthony Davis injury on the Los Angeles Lakers 11:42 - The Chicago Bulls are confusing, and maybe hopeless, as hell 25:31 - Don't expect the Toronto Raptors to blow it up JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 Trade Targets for Every NBA Team | REACTION Dec 17, 2022

Dan reacts to a Bleacher Report article from Zach Buckley on three trade targets for every NBA team. This one's a doozy, so buckle up! And check out the full article here. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:43 - Atlanta Hawks 3:37 - Boston Celtics 4:56 - Brooklyn Nets 6:00 - Charlotte Hornets 6:59 - Chicago Bulls 8:05 - Cleveland Cavaliers 9:30 - Dallas Mavericks 11:36 - Denver Nuggets 13:19 - Detroit Pistons 14:17 - Golden State Warriors 17:49 - Houston Rockets 19:28 - Indiana Pacers 20:39 - LA Clippers 22:43 - Los Angeles Lakers 24:50 - Memphis Grizzlies 26:52 - Miami Heat 28:05 - Milwaukee Bucks 29:32 - Minnesota Timberwolves 30:46 - New Orleans Pelicans 32:37 - New York Knicks 34:05 - Oklahoma City Thunder 35:32 - Orlando Magic 37:01 - Philadelphia 76ers 38:39 - Phoenix Suns 40:12 - Portland Trail Blazers 42:14 - Sacramento Kings 44:41 - San Antonio Spurs 46:23 - Toronto Raptors 49:35 - Utah Jazz 51:21 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Golden State Warriors Season May Be Over Dec 16, 2022

Dan dives into the implications that the Stephen Curry shoulder injury and his subsequent absence will have on the Golden State Warriors. Is their season over? Will they make a trade? Embrace a gap year? VICTOR WEMBANYAMA TO THE DUBS? It's all on the table. JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Raptors Future, Timberwolves Struggles, Beal's Trade Value, Pacers Starters, Lonzo Ball Trades Dec 15, 2022

Dan and Grant are back for Part 2 of their weekly two-part mailbag. If you haven't checked out Part 1 already, well, do that now! This batch of questions has us tackling the trade value of Bradley Beal, the New Orleans Pelicans' championship chances, the Phoenix Suns' slump, the future of Karl-Anthony Towns and the Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA rule changes and MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 3:01 - What is Bradley Beal's trade value? 8:47 - Indiana Pacers starting 4 spot 10:20 - Fringe contenders who should make a move at the trade deadline 16:15 - The value of Caleb Martin 18:13 - Who would win the "Clutch Player" award if voting ended right now? 21:34 - Are the Pelicans contenders? 24:40 - Do the Pelicans need to make a trade? 30:28 - Would Stephen Curry automatically win the MVP if the NBA implemented a four-point line? 31:43 - Should the Phoenix Suns Make a trade or save their assets for a bigger fish? 37:20 - Which teams can and should try trading for Lonzo Ball? 40:12 - WHO SAYS NO?! 41:12 - What's one NBA rule change you'd love to make? 44:56 - Can the NBA more effectively prevent tanking? 51:01 - What should the Toronto Raptors do at the trade deadline? 59:34 - Should the Minnesota Timberwolves trade Karl-Anthony Towns? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Panic in Cleveland?, Trade Deadline Buzz, Bulls, Thunder, LeBron, Nets Revival Dec 14, 2022

Dan and Grant are back for Part 1 of the weekly two-part mailbag. This time around, your questions cover the state of affairs for the Cleveland Cavaliers, the future of the Chicago Bulls, trade deadline dives into the Utah Jazz and Oklahoma City Thunder, the most and least fun teams to watch and SO MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 3:24 - Cleveland Cavaliers/J.B. Bickerstaff 8:12 - Most/Least fun teams to watch right now 11:48 - Who's the worst player who could be traded that might shape the title race? 14:49 - What star should OKC target via trade this summer? 18:14 - How wild will December 15 be? 19:14 - How should the Utah Jazz approach the trade deadline? 25:23 - Will LeBron James be traded this summer? 31:07 - Are the Brooklyn Nets officially contenders? 37:07 - Should the Chicago Bulls trade Zach LaVine/blow it up? 43:33 - What would it take for someone to win Most Improved Player twice? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Victor Wembanyama to the Detroit Pistons?!: The Cade Cunningham Injury Fallout Dec 13, 2022

Dan cannonballs into the impact of the Cade Cunningham injury on both the short- and long-term outlooks of the Detroit Pistons. He also delves into what we've seen from Bojan Bogdanovic, Killian Hayes, Jaden Ivey, Isaiah Stewart and more over the past few weeks. JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An Honest Discussion About the New York Knicks Trade Deadline Plans Dec 09, 2022

Dan gives a quick shout-out to Brittney Griner following her release from Russian custody. After that, it's time to have an honest discussion about the New York Knicks, their trade-deadline approach and the players and assets at hand. JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA 'Hot or Not?!' 2.0 (Part 2) Dec 08, 2022

Dan and Grant wrap up 'Hot or Not?!' 2.0 with Part 2 of YOUR blistering takes. This time, we're talking about the New Orleans Pelicans' title stock, Zion Williamson's MVP candidacy, the future of the Toronto Raptors, the San Antonio Spurs going full Charlotte Bobcats, whether Evan Mobley is overrated and much more! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:58 - Is Tim Connelly a bad executive? 7:09 - Are the Toronto Raptors stealth teardown candidates? 10:44 - Will James Harden and Joel Embiid ever win another playoff series together? 13:10 - Is Zion Williamson an MVP candidate? Are the New Orleans Pelicans this year's Boston Celtics? 24:04 - Did the Oklahoma City Thunder already win the Ousmane Dieng trade? 26:43 - Is Evan Mobley overrated? 34:53 - Can the Sacramento Kings finish with an above-average defense for the entire season? 42:05 - Will the San Antonio Spurs JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA 'Hot or Not?!' 2.0 (Part 1) Dec 07, 2022

Dan and Grant are back for another round of NBA 'Hot or Not?!' This will be Part 1 of our two-part deep dive into YOUR surface-of-the-sun takes. In this opening batch, we're talking about the trade value of John Collins, the future of Trae Young with the Atlanta Hawks, where Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson rank among the best backcourts, the Indiana Pacers' rookie guards, the Donovan Mitchell trade and so much more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:46 - Do the Indiana Pacers have two All-Rookie members? 7:13 - Is Devin Booker the best mid-range scorer alive? 13:48 - Are the Memphis Grizzlies and Atlanta Hawks just the Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum era Portland Trail Blazers? 20:59 - Would Michael Porter Jr. go unprotected AND unselected in an expansion draft? 24:56 - Should the Cleveland Cavaliers have traded for someone other than Donovan Mitchell? 31:11 - Are Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson still a top-five backcourt? 35:20 - Is LeBron James still a top-10 player? Should the Los Angeles Lakers trade LeBron James this summer and rebuild around Anthony Davis? 39:07 - Will three of the top five players from the 2022 draft class be guards? 43:12 - Are the Charlotte Hornets the NBA's most depressing franchise? 46:45 - Should the Atlanta Hawks rebuild around Dejounte Murray instead of Trae Young? 52:02 - Is John Collins a salary-dump trade candidate now? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 New Trade Idea for Every NBA Team | REACTION Dec 06, 2022

Dan reacts to a Bleacher Report article from Greg Swartz that features 1 trade idea for every NBA team. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:37 - Atlanta Hawks 3:32 - Boston Celtics 4:18 - Brooklyn Nets 5:41 - Charlotte Hornets 7:06 - Chicago Bulls 8:28 - Cleveland Cavaliers 9:14 - Dallas Mavericks 10:52 - Denver Nuggets 12:46 - Detroit Pistons 14:06 - Golden State Warriors 15:36 - Houston Rockets 18:21 - Indiana Pacers 19:26 - LA Clippers 20:29 - Los Angeles Lakers 21:25 - Memphis Grizzlies 22:55 - Miami Heat 23:47 - Milwaukee Bucks 25:02 - Minnesota Timberwolves 26:31 - New Orleans Pelicans 27:27 - New York Knicks 28:59 - Oklahoma City Thunder 30:13 - Orlando Magic 31:45 - Philadelphia 76ers 33:22 - Phoenix Suns 34:54 - Portland Trail Blazers 36:46 - Sacramento Kings 38:44 - San Antonio Spurs 39:24 - Toronto Raptors 40:13 - Utah Jazz 41:39 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should the Bulls Blow It Up?, Lakers Trades, Al Horford Extension Dec 03, 2022

Weekend pod? WEEKEND POD. Dan gives his thoughts on the Al Horford extension and then responds to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reporting that rival NBA teams are waiting for the Chicago Bulls to trade DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine. After that, he gets into the latest Los Angeles Lakers rumors from The Athletic and thoroughly unpacks three different trade ideas he cobbled together for Bleacher Report. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:26 - Al Horford extension 4:06 - Should the Chicago Bulls blow it up? 17:50 - Lakers trade ideas based on the lates rumors from The Athletic 19:21 - Trade No. 1 25:36 - Trade No. 2 28:01 - Trade No. 3 JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG, PART 3: Blazers Trade Targets, Jazz vs. Wolves, Hornets, Rockets, Pacers, Grizzlies, More Dec 02, 2022

Dan is back for Part 3 of our three-part mailbag series this week. (Be sure to check out Part 1 and Part 2!) This batch of questions will cover A LOT of ground. We’re talking Memphis Grizzlies, Boston Celtics, Charlotte Hornets, Utah Jazz, Minnesota Timberwolves, Portland Trail Blazers, Indiana Pacers, Atlanta Hawks, Houston Rockets, Defensive Player of the Year and MUUUUUUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1. Is Chris Finch on the Hot Seat? 2. Can the Celtics be stopped? 3. Who's the next superstar to be traded? 4. Will the Los Angeles Lakers make the play-in? 5. If you could start a franchise and draft 1 active player age 22 or younger, who would you pick? 0:00 - INTRO 2:52 - Utah Jazz vs. Minnesota Timberwolves 5:47 - Should the Charlotte Hornets blow it up? 10:52 - Are the Indiana Pacers for real? 15:17 - Why is Eric Gordon still on the Houston Rockets? 19:12 - Which struggling contender will right the ship? 22:07 - Should the Portland Blazers Trade Jusuf Nurkic and Josh Hart? 27:25 - What's the outlook on Dejounte Murray in Atlanta? 31:07 - Does barely playing adversely impact averages? 31:47 - How important is self-discovery in the regular season? 34:56 - Is the Memphis Grizzlies bench ready for a deep playoff run? 39:45 - Who's the NBA Defensive Player of the Year? 42:45 - Do the Boston Celtics have the best offense in NBA history? 44:34 - Is Jayson Tatum the NBA MVP? 46:55 - Who has the best and worst plus-minus? 47:46 - FAST FIVE⬇️ 1. Is Chris Finch on the Hot Seat? 2. Can the Celtics be stopped? 3. Who's the next superstar to be traded? 4. Will the Los Angeles Lakers make the play-in? 5. If you could start a franchise and draft 1 active player age 22 or younger, who would you pick? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG, PART 2: Nets, Lakers/Clippers Regret?, Nuggets, Top Centers, More Dec 01, 2022

Dan and Grant reconvene for Part 2 of our epic three-part mailbag. (FIND PART 1 HERE!) This batch of questions sees us tackling the value of Kyrie Irving to the Nets; whether the Lakers and Clippers should regret their superstar trades from a few years ago; a Bruce Brown Jr. vs. Michael Porter Jr. debate; the legacy of Klay Thompson and Draymond Green; and some thoughts and stats on heaves. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:15 - INTRO 1:20 - THANK YOU 4:37 - Kyrie Irving/Nets 7:28 - Rule changes we want to see 14:10 - Should the Lakers regret trading for Anthony Davis? Should the Clippers regret trading for Paul George? 17:55 - Is Bruce Brown more valuable than Michael Porter Jr.? 22:24 - Who's the third best center right now? 24:55 - Klay Thompson's defensive peak 31:26 - What's the highest pick you would use on someone guaranteed to have Draymond Green's career (not including titles)? 35:55 - Do players really avoid taking heaves to protect their field-goal percentage? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG, PART 1: Karl-Anthony Towns Injury, Future of the Mavs/Luka Doncic, Have the Pelicans Arrived? Nov 30, 2022

Dan and Grant chopper in to tackle PART 1 OF A THREE-PART NBA MAILBAG! They begin by discussing the impact of the Karl-Anthony Towns on the Minnesota Timberwolves. After that, they ponder how many stars you need to win a title. Then, they talk all things Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks and their future together. From there, they dive into pressing questions on the New York Knicks and New Orleans Pelicans. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:15 - INTRO 3:36 - Impact of the Karl-Anthony Towns injury 15:57 - Do teams need two stars to win a title? 22:50 - Worst player who can be the best player on a title team 25:39 - Are the Mavs failing Luka Doncic? 33:26 - Do other stars want to play with Luka Doncic? 38:08 - Should the Knicks make a trade to improve their spacing? 47:30 - Have the Pelicans turned a corner? Is CJ McCollum superfluous? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2022-23 NBA MVP Race is IMPOSSIBLY Deep Nov 29, 2022

Dan is back with his latest 2022-23 NBA MVP ladder. If you're wondering whether this exercise has gotten any easier, the answer is no. He still hates himself. But he also enjoys talking about the heroics of Luka Doncic and Stephen Curry and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic and Jayson Tatum and many more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:10 - This year's NBA MVP race is freaking hard 5:24 - Honorable Mentions: Nos. 10 to 6 10:35 - No. 5 12:56 - No. 4 16:08 - No. 3 18:07 - No. 2 20:57 - No. 1 JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Biggest Questions for Heat, Bucks, Knicks, Magic, Sixers, Raptors, Wizards Nov 25, 2022

Dan and Grant reconvene for Part 4 of a four-part series in which they thoroughly discuss their biggest question for every NBA team through the first portion of the 2022-23 season. Next up: The Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers, Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT PART 1 AND PART 2 AND PART 3, in which we tackle the Western Conference’s 15 squads, plus the other half of the Eastern Conference. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:37 - INTRO/CRITERIA 2:10 - Miami Heat 11:23 - Milwaukee Bucks 20:20 - New York Knicks 28:20 - Orlando Magic 36:36 - Philadelphia 76ers 45:12 - Toronto Raptors 52:14 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Biggest Questions for Hawks, Celtics, Nets, Hornets, Bulls, Cavs, Pistons, Pacers Nov 23, 2022

Dan and Grant reconvene for Part 3 of a four-part series in which they thoroughly discuss their biggest question for every NBA team through the first portion of the 2022-23 season. Next up: The Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons and Indiana Pacers. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT PART 1 AND PART 2, in which we tackle the Western Conference's 15 squads. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:37 - INTRO/CRITERIA 3:30 - Atlanta Hawks 12:52 - Boston Celtics 18:22 - Brooklyn Nets 26:57 - Charlotte Hornets 34:40 - Chicago Bulls 41:38 - Cleveland Cavaliers 48:27 - Detroit Pistons 56:11 - Indiana Pacers JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Collins and Jae Crowder Rumors, Reacting to Every NBA Team's Biggest Surprise Nov 22, 2022

Dan reacts to some of the latest trade rumors surrounding John Collins, Jae Crowder and the Phoenix Suns and the New York Knicks and Immanuel Quickley. He also discusses his favorite trade target for Phoenix. Finally, he wraps up reacting to Zach Buckley's biggest surprise for every NBA team over at Bleacher Report. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:52 - INTRO 1:42 - Housekeeping note 4:23 - Chicago Bulls/Zach LaVine 7:29 - John Collins trade rumors: Kings, Jazz, Suns, etc. 12:40 - Jae Crowder rumblings, Suns trade targets, Chris Paul injury 20:47 - Should the Knicks trade Immanuel Quickley? 23:46 - REACTING TO Every NBA team's biggest surprise this season JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reacting to 'Every NBA Team's Biggest Disappointment So Far' Nov 19, 2022

Dan provides a live and quick reaction to Zach Buckley's article from Bleacher Report on the biggest disappointments of the NBA season so far. We're covering every NBA team in 30ish minutes, so strap in! JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Biggest Questions for Wolves, Pelicans, Thunder, Suns, Blazers, Kings, Spurs, Jazz Nov 17, 2022

Dan and Grant reconvene for Part 2 of a four-part series in which they thoroughly discuss their biggest question for every NBA team so far through the first portion of the 2022-23 season. Next up: The Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, Oklahoma City Thunder, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, San Antonio Spurs and Utah Jazz. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT PART 1 HERE. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:27 -INTRO 1:49 - Minnesota Timberwolves?? 10:09 - New Orleans Pelicans 18:28 - Oklahoma City Thunder 26:20 - Phoenix Suns 34:42 - Portland Trail Blazers 40:15 - Sacramento Kings 47:13 - San Antonio Spurs 54:09 - Utah Jazz JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Biggest Questions for Mavs, Nuggets, Warriors, Rockets, Clippers, Lakers, Grizzlies Nov 16, 2022

Dan and Grant convene for Part 1 of a four-part series in which they thoroughly discuss their biggest question for every NBA team so far through the first portion of the 2022-23 season. First up: The Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, LA Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:42 - INTRO/SHOUT-OUT TO OUR LISTENERS 4:39 - Dallas Mavericks 11:41 - Denver Nuggets 20:18 - Golden State Warriors 28:22 - Houston Rockets 36:55 - LA Clippers 44:13 - Los Angeles Lakers 52:18 - Memphis Grizzlies JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA MVP LADDER SHAKEUP, The Plight of the New York Knicks Nov 15, 2022

Dan drops his latest 2022-23 NBA MVP ladder and then digs into how and why the New York Knicks are on the fast track to nowhere. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:42 - INTRO 1:41 - MVP Ladder Criteria 2:59 - Updated MVP Ladder 24:04 - The plight of the New York Knicks JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grading Every NBA Team's Top Under-25 Player So Far Nov 14, 2022

Dan hops on to deliver his report card grades for every NBA team's top under-25 player so FAR. You can check out the full article here. Please remember all players are being grade relative to their expectations entering this season. Please also remember that getting a "C" means they're right around expectations, and it should not be taken as some massive slight. You're all the best! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 1:15 - Criteria 3:43 - Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks 5:16 - Jayson Tatum, Boston Celtics 6:29 - Nicolas Claxton, Brooklyn Nets 7:55 - P.J. Washington, Charlotte Hornets 9:32 - Ayo Dosunmu, Chicago Bulls 10:44 - Darius Garland, Cleveland Cavaliers 12:28 - Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks 14:15 - Michael Porter Jr., Denver Nuggets 17:43 - Cade Cunningham, Detroit Pistons 19:46 - Jordan Poole, Golden State Warriors 21:35 - Jalen Green, Houston Rockets 23:20 - Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana Pacers 24:30 - Brandon Boston Jr., L.A. Clippers 26:16 - Lonnie Walker IV, Los Angeles Lakers 27:46 - Ja Morant, Memphis Grizzlies 29:13 - Tyler Herro, Miami Heat 30:39 - MarJon Beauchamp, Milwaukee Bucks 31:31 - Anthony Edwards, Minnesota Timberwolves 33:03 - Zion Williamson, New Orleans Pelicans 34:39 - RJ Barrett, New York Knicks 36:19 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City Thunder 37:59 - Paolo Banchero, Orlando Magic 39:24 - Tyrese Maxey, Philadelphia 76ers 40:42 - Deandre Ayton, Phoenix Suns 42:53 - Anfernee Simons, Portland Trail Blazers 44:20 - De'Aaron Fox, Sacramento Kings 45:52 - Keldon Johnson, San Antonio Spurs 47:09 - Scottie Barnes, Toronto Raptors 48:18 - Collin Sexton, Utah Jazz 49:37 - Rui Hachimura, Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Way-Too-Soon 2023 NBA Trade Deadline Predictions Nov 12, 2022

Dan runs through some way too early 2023 NBA trade deadline predictions he made a few weeks ago to see how they've aged. "Consequentially reasonable" will be the theme of these crystal-ball gazings. We're sticking to predictions about which you should give a damn but aren't senselessly nuclear. So, to the Hall of Uniformed Prophecies we go! JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA 'Peace or Panic?!' (Part2): Luka Doncic/Mavs, Warriors/James Wiseman, Bucks, Sixers, Pistons, Nov 10, 2022

Dan and Grant are back with Part 2 of NBA 'Peace or Panic?!' Be sure to check out Part 1 here. In this round of 'Peace or Panic?!,' we're discussing the workload Luka Doncic shoulders for the Dallas Mavericks, the urgency meter for the Golden State Warriors, the Miami Heat's offense, the Philadelphia 76ers, Dwane Casey and the Detroit Pistons and so much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:12 - INTRO 3:23 - Are the Dallas Mavericks running Luka Doncic into the ground? 23:16 - Do the Philadelphia 76ers need to try trading These Maxey for Kevin Durant? 26:01 - Is the Miami Heat bench and overall depth doomed? 31:24 - Are the Milwaukee Bucks NBA title formalities at this point? 35:41 - Do the Detroit Pistons need to get rid of Dwane Casey? 43:48 - Time to worry about the L.A. Clippers? 47:44 - Is James Wiseman a bust? And do the Golden State Warriors need to make a trade? 54:12 - Are the Minnesota Timberwolves screwed? 59:53 - Can either of the Brooklyn Nets or Los Angeles Lakers salvage their season? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA 'Peace or Panic?!' (Part 1): Nuggets, Jalen Suggs, Zion Williamson, Chris Paul, Mo Bamba Nov 09, 2022

Dan and Grant drop Part 1 of 2022-23 NBA 'Peace or Panic?!' in which they they take a look at the most desperate situations and decide whether it's time to sound the alarm or pump the brakes. Our AWESOME listeners submitted their topics, which cover everything from Zion Williamson on defense and the development of Jalen Suggs to the Denver Nuggets potentially needing to make a trade and the Utah Jazz DOMINATING the Western Conference. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:12 - INTRO 6:13 - Is Jalen Suggs a bust? 12:35 - Is it too late for the Utah Jazz to tank? 24:20 - Should the Denver Nuggets trade for a veteran floor general? 28:32 - Do the Denver Nuggets need to trade Michael Porter Jr.? 35:05 - Zion Williamson's defense/inconsistency 41:40 - Mo Bamba is not an NBA player 45:30 - Is Chris Paul cooked? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cam Johnson Injury/Suns Trade Targets, Dejounte & Trae, AD Trade?, The Dubs Nov 08, 2022

Dan unpacks the fallout of the Cam Johnson injury for the Phoenix Suns. Then, he reacts to the "rumor" that the Los Angeles Lakers might be up trading Anthony Davis. After that, he delves into his early impressions of the Trae Young and Dejounte Murray partnership for the Atlanta Hawks and briefly touches upon the Golden State Warriors' need to make a trade. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 2:52 - Should the Los Angeles Lakers trade Anthony Davis? 19:06 - Impact of Cam Johnson injury on the Phoenix Suns 22:04 - Trade targets for the Phoenix Suns in the wake of the Cam Johnson injury 36:44 - The Trae Young and Dejounte Murray fit for the Atlanta Hawks 45:05 - Are the Golden State Warriors wasting Stephen Curry?/Is it time for the Warriors to trade the youngsters? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Harden Injury, Knicks/Thibs, The Rise of Kristaps, Kyrie, Spurs, Miles Bridges Nov 04, 2022

Dan reacts to the latest news on Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets, the allegations against Josh Primo and the San Antonio Spurs and the resolution to felony domestic charges against Miles Bridges. After that, he dives into how the Philadelphia 76ers will navigate the James Harden injury and the opportunity ahead for Tyrese Maxey. Then, he calls for the New York Knicks to fire Tom Thibodeau. And finally, it's time we started talked more about Kristaps Porzingis. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:37 - INTRO 2:14 - Kyrie Irving 18:08 - Josh Primo/San Antonio Spurs 24:20 - Miles Bridges 28:43 - James Harden injury 37:34 - Should the New York Knicks fire Tom Thibodeau? 48:36 - The rise of Kristaps Porzingis JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Hot or Not?! Nov 03, 2022

Dan and Grant plunder through a rousing round of NBA 'Too Hot or Not?!" using submissions from our MEGA AWESOME LISTENERS. Are the Cleveland Cavaliers 2022-23 NBA title favorites? Is Cade Cunningham a bust? Is Kawhi Leonard done? Should the Minnesota Timberwolves trade Karl-Anthony Towns? Shit gets REAL. Thick skins on? Let's ride. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:57 - INTRO 3:53 - Cade Cunningham vs. Jaden Ivey 13:15 - Indiana Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Domantas Sabonis, Worst trades of the past decade 22:11 - ALL THINGS Cleveland Cavaliers 34:08 - Dyson Daniels, Trey Murphy, Herb Jones vs. Brandon Ingram/CJ McCollum 36:33 - The New Orleans Pelicans will make the Finals??? 38:44 - Karl-Anthony Towns 43:20 - Is De'Andre Hunter a bust? 46:29 - Is Kawhi Leonard done? 49:56 - Jaylen Nowell, Anthony Edwards, Devin Booker 53:02 - Keldon Johnson 57:06 - The Charlotte Hornets need to tank 59:05 - Nick Richards 1:01:02 - Golden State Warriors, James Wiseman, Jonathan Kuminga 1:04:59 - Lauri Markkanen 1:06:43 - Trae Young, Dejounte Murray 1:09:45 - Tyrese Maxey 1:12:51 - Denver Nuggets 1:14:51 - Lottery odds/Tanking JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Brooklyn Nets Are Hopelessly Doomed Nov 01, 2022

Dan and Grant react LIVE to the news that Steve Nash and the Brooklyn Nets have parted ways, and that the organization will move to hire Ime Udoka from the Boston Celtics. They cover everything from the implications of Nash leaving to the future of Kevin Durant, Ben Simmons and Kyrie Irving to Brooklyn's questionable moral compass. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:57 - INTRO 3:57 - Implications of the Brooklyn Nets and Steve Nash parting ways 17:01 - Reacting to the Nets hiring Ime Udoka from the Boston Celtics JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyrie Irving, Josh Primo, Myles Turners, Way-Too-Early MVP Ladder Nov 01, 2022

Dan gives his opinion on some of the latest NBA news, including the Josh Primo situation, Kyrie Irving's latest foray into harmful misinformation and Myles Turner speaking about potentially getting traded to the Los Angeles Lakers. After that, it's time for a much-too-early 2022-23 NBA MVP ladder, featuring Dan's top five, but really top 10, options through the early part of the regular season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:57 - INTRO 3:35 - Josh Primo 7:05 - Kyrie Irving 20:00 - Myles Turner and the Los Angeles Lakers 29:11 - The Bojan Bogdanovic extension 30:47 - Blake Wesley injury in San Antonio 32:18 - Way-Too-Early NBA MVP Ladder...CRITERIA —Honorable Mentions, 10-6 (35:11) — No. 5 (39:03) — No. 4 (41:17) — No. 3 (42:56) — No. 2 (44:39) — No. 1 (46:27) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers are Taking LeBron James for Granted, Plus the Struggles of Ben Simmons Oct 29, 2022

Dan delves into the issues plaguing the Los Angeles Lakers and who's most to blame. Are they taking LeBron James for granted? Is this his fault? Should they trade Russell Westbrook already? After that, it's on to the Brooklyn Nets, who have a Ben Simmons problem. Is it time to panic, or will everything be fine? TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:30 - INTRO 2:25 - Los Angeles Lakers/LeBron James 13:32 - Brooklyn Nets/Ben Simmons JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Time to Worry About the Timberwolves?, Is RJ Barrett Overrated?, Assists!, More Oct 28, 2022

MAIL TIME, PART 2. Dan plows through the second half of some truly amazing questions from our ever-awesome listeners. This batch of basketball queries takes us through the Minnesota Timberwolves defense following the Rudy Gobert trade, the potential for anti-tanking measures, an RJ Barrett vs. Wendell Carter Jr. debate and MORE! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:15 - INTRO 2:33 - Can the NBA do anything else to prevent tanking? Is relegation a real option? 5:23 - The Lauri Markkanen-Era Dynasty in Utah 6:08 - The Minnesota Timberwolves defense 13:53 - Imagining Victor Wembanyama on the Orlando Magic? 17:55 - Is there any world in which Scoot Henderson gets drafted over Victor Wembanyama? 20:22 - F*ck, Marry, Kut from the team: Luka Doncic, Ja Morant and Trae Young 21:37 - With Chris Paul reaching 11,000 assists milestone, which player under the age of 25 is most likely to reach that benchmark next? 23:25 - Is Dan a monster for ranking RJ Barrett ahead of Wendell Carter Jr. in his "Top 25 NBA Players Under 25" article for Bleacher Report? 28:54 - R.I.P. Tony Brown/Favorite NBA referees JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Future of the Suns/Devin Booker, Logo and Mascot Rankings, Russell Westbrook/Lakers Oct 27, 2022

MAIL TIME, PART 1! In the first mailbag for the 2022-23 NBA season, Dan tackles questions that cover the future of the Phoenix Suns and Devin Booker without Chris Paul, his own personal logo and mascot rankings, player evaluation and, of course, Russell Westbrook trade rumors. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 1:15 - INTRO 4:05 - Devin Booker/Future of the Phoenix Suns 15:46 - Best and Worst NBA Logos 18:10 - Best and Worst NBA Mascots 21:36 - How should we evaluate young players on bad teams? 29:48 - The case for the Los Angeles Lakers to NOT Trade Russell Westbrook 33:01 - Will any team trade for Russell Westbrook and ACTUALLY KEEP him? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ranking Top 25 NBA Players Under 25 *RIGHT NOW* Oct 26, 2022

Dan goes through his *personal* rankings of the top 25 NBA players under 25 right now. Please notice the emphasis on right now. We're not doing any sort of projection here...at least not on purpose. If you want to go into further detail with this pecking order, you can check out the full article published on Bleacher Report. Everybody ready to get really mad? Awesome. Let's do this. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:15 - INTRO/CRITERIA 4:40 - No. 25 5:41 - No. 24 6:52 - No. 23 8:07 - No. 22 9:36 - No. 21 11:01 - No. 20 14:20 - No. 19 16:03 - No. 18 17:14 - No. 17 18:33 - No. 16 19:54 - No. 15 21:07 - No. 14 22:12 - No. 13 23:27 - No. 12 24:48 - No. 11 26:15 - No. 10 27:28 - No. 9 28:49 - No. 8 30:12 - No. 7 31:37 - No. 6 32:41 - No. 5 33:52 - No. 4 35:12 - No. 3 36:25 - No. 2 37:29 - No. 1 JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Truth or Trash?! 2022-23 Season Edition Oct 25, 2022

Dan and Grant reconvene for an annual tradition unlike any other: NBA 'Truth or Trash?!' Sure, some might call this rebranded 'Fact or Fiction?' But those people suck. 'Truth or Trash?!' is super creative and unique and something no one else has ever thought to do. Anyway...Our cool, hip, trendier 'Fact or Fiction' will focus on some of our earliest observations for the 2022-23 NBA season. Are the Los Angeles Lakers doomed, even if they trade Russell Westbrook? Are the New Orleans Pelicans title contenders already? Is Doc Rivers on his way out of Philadelphia? We tackle all this...and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 1:15 - INTRO 4:37 - Los Angeles Lakers/Russell Westbrook 19:05 - Cleveland Cavaliers 26:06 - Doc Rivers/Philadelphia 76ers 31:02 - Back to Russ for a sec 33:14 - New Orleans Pelicans 41:45 - Julius Randle 47:02 - Devin Booker 53:09 - Bennedict Mathurin, Paolo Banchero 55:59 - Charlotte Hornets, Portland Trail Blazers, Washington Wizards 58:03 - Lauri Markkanen/Utah Jazz 1:02:13 - Tyrese Haliburton 1:07:05 - Dallas Mavericks JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Waaaaay Too Early 2022-23 NBA Season Takeaways for Every Team Oct 21, 2022

Dan bounces around the entire league for some good ol' NBA takeaways. Who cares that pretty much every team is only one game into their schedule? He sure doesn't! This was a fun one, and every batch of takeaways is delivered in roughly 60 seconds or less. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - BLOCKBUSTER TRAILER DROP 1:07 - INTRO 4:22 - Atlanta Hawks 5:05 - Boston Celtics 5:37 - Brooklyn Nets 6:46 - Charlotte Hornets 7:29 - Chicago Bulls 8:14 - Cleveland Cavaliers 8:51 - Dallas Mavericks 9:43 - Denver Nuggets 10:25 - Detroit Pistons 13:41 - Golden State Warriors 14:20 - Houston Rockets 15:19 - Indiana Pacers 16:27 - LA Clippers 17:27 - Los Angeles Lakers 19:37 - Memphis Grizzlies 20:24 - Miami Heat 21:17 - Milwaukee Bucks 21:59 - Minnesota Timberwolves 23:07 - New Orleans Pelicans 24:19 - New York Knicks 25:41 - Oklahoma City Thunder 25:45 - Orlando Magic 27:37 - Philadelphia 76ers 28:58 - Phoenix Suns 30:30 - Portland Trail Blazers 31:27 - Sacramento Kings 32:42 - San Antonio Spurs 34:22 - Toronto Raptors 35:48 - Utah Jazz 38:43 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Memphis Grizzlies Oct 19, 2022

Dan is joined by Keith Parish from the Fastbreak Breakfast (@fastbreakbreak) and Grits and Grinds (@grizzliespod) podcast for a deep dive into the 2022-23 Memphis Grizzlies. They start out by covering the Grizzlies' decision to lean further into development over the offseason and getting into the impact of Jaren Jackson Jr.'s absence, as well as his offensive development. After that, they discuss the next frontier for Ja Morant, expectations for Desmond Bane and Ziaire Williams, the revelation that is Santi Aldama, the rotation, trade possibilities and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:46 - The offseason direction 9:49 - The next frontier for Ja Morant 16:19 - Timeline return for Jaren Jackson Jr./Defensive impact of his absence 21:30 - Jaren Jackson Jr.'s offense 24:41 - Year 3 expectations for Desmond Bane/Half-court initiation 29:57 - The development of Ziaire Williams 33:45 - Buy or sell Santi Aldama as an impact player 37:00 - Roles for Jake LaRavia and David Roddy 39:04 - Will Kenny Lofton Jr. get minutes 41:26 - Is the bench worse? 45:46 - Underrated strengths 50:16 - The 10-man rotation 51:40 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 54:36 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 58:20 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Grizzlies land in the Western Conference? 1:01:05 - Are the Grizzlies ripe for a trade? 1:05:21 - Brandon Clarke extension JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why I'm Picking the Denver Nuggets to Win the 2022-23 NBA Title Oct 18, 2022

Dan hops on for a solo pod to discuss why he's picking the Denver Nuggets to win the 2022-23 NBA title. After that, he makes his predictions—complete with a rankings ladder—for who will win Coach of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, Most Improved Player, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year and MVP. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:01 - Why I'm picking the Denver Nuggets to win the 2022-23 NBA title 22:10 - Coach of the Year 27:16 - Sixth Man of the Year 31:59 - Most Improved Player 41:07 - Rookie of the Year 46:32 - Defensive Player of the Year 52:51 - MVP JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Utah Jazz Oct 18, 2022

Dan is joined by Tony Jones (@Tjonesonthenba) from The Athletic for a deep dive into the 2022-23 Utah Jazz. They discuss the organization's decision to trade Rudy Gobert, Donovan Mitchell, Bojan Bogdanovic and Royce O'Neale over the offseason, and what it means for the future. Then, they get into how the Jazz will play this year, the early rotation, expectations for Walker Kessler and Ochai Agbaji, trade candidates and much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:22 - THE OFFSEASON 5:59 - Was keeping Donovan Mitchell ever on the table? 7:35 - Play style under Will Hardy 9:05 - Will the Jazz tank? 15:59 - Collin Sexton's long-term value 20:08 - How to measure progress for the Jazz? 24:41 - Early impressions of Walker Kessler 27:56 - The value of Jarred Vanderbilt/Can he play with Walker Kessler? 29:12 - Will Ochai Agbaji be in the rotation? 31:10 - Nickeil Alexander-Walker vs. Talen Horton-Tucker 37:16 - Underrated strengths 40:34 - The future of Jordan Clarkson 41:41 - The 10-man rotation 42:37 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 44:28 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 47:56 - Trade over/unders, The future of Mike Conley 51:55 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Jazz land in the West? 56:34 - The importance of getting this rebuild right JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Los Angeles Lakers Oct 17, 2022

Dan is joined by Jabari Ali Davis (@JabariDavisNBA) from the Miles and Jack Got Mad Boosties (@MadBoosties) and NBA Finals File podcasts for a deep dive into the 2022-23 Los Angeles Lakers. They discuss Russell Westbrook, his role and the potential for a trade. After that, they dig into the Lakers' new addition, what to watch from Austin Reaves, a potential revenge season from Anthony Davis, the 10-man rotation, potential lineups and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:51 - The Russell Westbrook situation 9:27 - Russ to the bench? 12:19 - Best/worst offseason additions, The fit of Lonnie Walker IV, Importance of Juan Toscano-Anderson 20:15 - Impact of Kendrick Nunn 21:45 - Who gets squeezed out of the guard rotation? 26:48 - Anthony Davis revenge season incoming? 29:23 - Anthony Davis-at-the-5, Roles for Damian Jones and Thomas Bryant 34:42 - Year 2 expectations for Austin Reaves 36:50 - Underrated strengths 39:20 - The 10-man rotation 42:31- Go-to crunch-time lineup 43:54 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 47:17 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Lakers stack up in the Western Conference? 48:58 - Will LeBron James play fewer minutes? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Washington Wizards Oct 16, 2022

Dan is joined by Matt Modderno (@MattModderno) from Bullets Forever and the Bleav in Wizards Podcast (@BleavinWizards) for a deep dive into the 2022-23 Washington Wizards. They discuss the decision to give Bradley Beal EVERYTHING in free agency and whether he can have a bounce back year. From there, they get into Kristaps Porzingis and his fit with Beal, the development of Deni Avdija, Corey Kispert and Rui Hachimura, the ideal role for Kyle Kuzma, the rotation, over/under predictions and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:14 - The Bradley Beal decision 6:07 - Any concerns about Beal's 2021-22 season? 7:30 - Reflecting on the Will Barton and Monte Morris trade 10:31 - Kristaps Porzingis' impact/fit with Bradley Beal 17:03 - The fit and future of Kyle Kuzma 22:45: The Deni Avdija experience/His development 28:16 - What is Rui Hachimura? 31:58 - Development of Corey Kispert 34:06 - Role for Daniel Gafford 37:08 - Concern for Johnny Davis? 41:19 - Defensive ceiling 46:00 - Roster concerns 47:56 - Underrated strengths of the roster/The value of Delon Wright 50:06 - The 10-man rotation 51:33 - Go-to crunch-time unit 52:52 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 54:50 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Wizards land in the Eastern Conference? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Over/Under Predictions: Eastern Conference Oct 15, 2022

Dan and Grant are back together again to tackle their 2022-23 NBA Eastern Conference over/under predictions. To answer your question: Yes, we already hate ourselves. As always, we’re trying to factor in every imaginable and the most plausible outcomes for each while hitting these NBA win totals. And as a reminder, none of this should be taken as definitive betting advice, because we absolutely, positively, without question suck at this. Be sure to check out the Western Conference over/under pod, which you can find here or on your YouTube channel/where you get your pods! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 3:20 - Atlanta Hawks 6:47 - Boston Celtics 13:16 - Brooklyn Nets 18:48 - Charlotte Hornets 22:48 - Chicago Bulls 26:31 - Cleveland Cavaliers 31:05 - Detroit Pistons 35:22 - Indiana Pacers 38:33 - Miami Heat 41:43 - Milwaukee Bucks 44:41 - New York Knicks 48:08 - Orlando Magic 52:32 - Philadelphia 76ers 54:13 - Toronto Raptors 57:11 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Toronto Raptors Oct 14, 2022

Dan is joined by Imman Adan (@Imman_Adan) from Yahoo Sports Canada and the Dishes & Dimes podcast (@dishesdimespod) for a deep dive into the 2022-23 Toronto Raptors. They discuss the next phase of Scottie Barnes' development, whether Pascal Siakam can enter the MVP discussion, OG Anunoby's offensive potential, Precious Achiuwa going kaboom, the half-court offense, the defense, the rotation, Toronto's long-term future and so much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 4:16 - Offseason impressions 7:10 - Year 2 expectations for Scottie Barnes 11:10 - OG Anuonby's role on offense 15:49 - Does Pascal Siakam have another gear? 24:35 - The rise of Precious Achiuwa 33:42 - Role for Dalano Banton 37:30 - The half-court offense 39:41 - The future of Gary Trent Jr. and Fred VanVleet 43:07 - Impact of the "take foul" on the Raptors offense 46:55 - Early impressions of Christian Koloko 48:04 - Underrated strengths of the roster 49:18 - The 10-man rotation 57:11 - Go-to closing unit 1:00:12 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:02:27 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Raptors land in the East? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Brooklyn Nets Oct 14, 2022

Dan is joined by Nets Daily's Matt Brooks (MattBrooksNBA) for a deep dive into the 2022-23 Brooklyn Nets, a team that could be literally anything at this point. They discuss the offseason from hell, what's next for Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, the fit of Ben Simmons, Brooklyn's defensive potential, the rotation, different lineup combinations, substitution patterns and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 3:10 - Is the offseason drama behind the Nets? 6:23 - Timeline for return on Seth Curry, Joe Harris and TJ Warren 11:56 - Early impressions of Ben Simmons' fit 17:00 - The Ben Simmons-Nic Claxton frontcourt/Ben Simmons-at-the-5 20:11 - New offensive identity? 24:42 - How should the Nets stagger their stars? 27:05 - Is there a role for Cam Thomas in Brooklyn/What about Kessler Edwards? 29:17 - Will Yuta Watanabe make the roster? 31:25 - Defensive identity 36:56 - Underrated strengths of the roster 39:12 - Biggest roster concerns 42:19 - Will the Nets be aggressive in search of roster upgrades? 44:43 - The 10-man rotation 46:45 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 47:37 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 49:42 - Over/under predictions, How many teams are better than the Nets? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Golden State Warriors Oct 13, 2022

Dan is joined by Sam Esfandiari (@samesfandiari) from the Light Years podcast (@lightyrspod) for a deep dive into the 2022-23 Golden State Warriors. Will Draymond Green punching Jordan Poole linger over the organization all year? Will Dray, Poole or Andrew Wiggins sign extensions? How much will the Warriors lean on Moses Moody, Jonathan Kuminga and James Wiseman? Is this team good enough to defend its latest title? What's the rotation look like? Dan and Sam tackle all this—and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:45 - Draymond Green, Jordan Poole 5:13 - Draymond Green's future with the Warriors 8:36 - The Jordan Poole extension 11:43 - Where can Jordan Poole improve? 16:57 - Did they make mistake letting Gary Payton II and Otto Porter Jr. go? 18:58 - The fit of Donte DiVincenzo 20:15 - Will Andrew Wiggins get an extension?/Is his play sustainable? 22:35 - James Wiseman, Jonathan Kuminga, Moses Moody 26:27 - The offense without Stephen Curry 27:36 - Will Steph play enough in the MVP conversation? 29:27 - Jonathan Kuminga will be a regular rotation staple if... 32:10 - Realistic expectations for Klay Thompson 35:08 - Underrated strengths of the roster 36:45 - Roster concerns/Problematic matchups 41:42 - The 10-man rotation 43:39 - Go-to closing unit 44:49 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 45:50 - Over/under predictions, How many teams are more likely to win a title than the Warriors? 48:32 - What was it like covering last year's title run? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Over/Under Predictions: Western Conference Oct 12, 2022

Dan and Grant are back together again to tackle their 2022-23 NBA Western Conference over/under predictions. To answer your question: Yes, we already hate ourselves. As always, we're trying to factor in every imaginable and the most plausible outcomes for each while hitting these NBA win totals. And as a reminder, none of this should be taken as definitive betting advice, because we absolutely, positively, without question suck at this. Believe it or not, though, we have a few surprises in the top half of the West—including the Minnesota Timberwolves and New Orleans Pelicans. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 4:32 - Dallas Mavericks 7:47 - Denver Nuggets 10:47 - Golden State Warriors 17:36 - Houston Rockets 21:03 - LA Clippers 23:44 - Los Angeles Lakers 27:53 - Memphis Grizzlies 31:47 - Minnesota Timberwolves 34:49 - New Orleans Pelicans 39:10 - Oklahoma City Thunder 42:11 - Phoenix Suns 46:17 - Portland Trail Blazers 49:24 - Sacramento Kings 52:23 - San Antonio Spurs 55:30 - Utah Jazz JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Denver Nuggets Oct 12, 2022

Dan is joined by Adam Mares (@Adam_Mares) from DNVR and Locked on Nuggets for a deeeep dive into the 2022-23 Denver Nuggets. They discuss Nikola Jokic and the defense, offseason additions, the health of Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr., the rise of Bones Hyland, the bench, Michael Malone's rotation, optimizing Aaron Gordon and Bruce Brown, Zeke Nnaji's future, the potential for trades and firings and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:56 - Offseason impressions 3:23 - The Jamal Murray return 4:41 - The Michael Porter Jr. return 7:01 - Staggering MPJ from Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic 8:37 - Will Michael Malone ditch hockey-style lineups? 10:31 - Can a Jokic-led team be good enough defensively to win a title?/His wrist injury 16:29 - The preseason defense 17:53 - Is Aaron Gordon fully optimized on this roster? 20:38 - Year 2 expectations for Bones Hyland 22:38 - The Zeke Nnaji hype 25:46 - Davon Reed's role 26:36 - Christian Braun and Peyton Watson 28:08 - Underrated strengths 29:16 - The Bruce Brown fit 30:45 - Roster concerns not getting enough attention 31:33 - The 10-man rotation 34:13 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 35:54 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 37:25 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Nuggets land in the Western Conference? 42:38 - Is Michael Malone on the hot seat?/Trade scenarios JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: New York Knicks Oct 11, 2022

Dan is joined by Andrew Claudio (@AndrewJClaudio_) from Knicks Film School (@KnickFilmSkool) to dissect everything and anything about the 2022-23 New York Knicks. They discuss the Donovan Mitchell trade that wasn't, the impact of Jalen Brunson, how RJ Barrett can develop into a star, the future of Julius Randle, roles for Obi Toppin, Quentin Grimes and Immanuel Quickley, the future of head coach Tom Thibodeau, lineups, the 10-man rotation and so much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:30 - Is Andrew surviving the New York Mets' postseason elimination? 4:51 - Reflecting on the Donovan Mitchell trade that wasn't 12:59 - Impact of Jalen Brunson 18:28 - The biggest barrier separating RJ Barrett from stardom 21:11 - The Julius Randle discussion 25:17 - Obi Toppin's ceiling 29:38 - Isaiah Hartenstein's fit 31:20 - Can Mitchell Robinson expand his offensive armory? 32:37 - Playing time for Quentin Grimes, Cam Reddish and Immanuel Quickley 36:42 - How good is Quentin Grimes? 39:20 - The future of Immanuel Quickley 42:56 - Biggest roster concerns 45:01 - Underrated strengths 51:30 - The 10-man rotation 56:31 - Is Tom Thibodeau on the hot seat? 1:06:13 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 1:09:07 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:15:05 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Knicks finish in the Eastern Conference? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Boston Celtics Oct 11, 2022

Dan is joined by Boston Celtics expert Alex Kungu (@Kungu_NBA) to talk about—THAT'S RIGHT—the 2022-23 Boston Celtics. They discuss the impact of Robert Williams III missing probably the rest of 2022, the frontcourt rotation, the next frontier Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, Malcolm Brogdon's fit, possible lineups, Ime Udoka's suspension and much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:46 - Ime Udoka/Joe Mazzulla 4:38 - Did the Celtics need to learn anything from their Finals loss? 6:33 - Impact of Robert Williams III injury 8:24 - Danilo Gallinari injury/The frontcourt rotation 11:18 - The Malcolm Brogdon fit 15:23 - Does Jaylen Brown have another gear? 20:02 - The Kevin Durant pursuit 23:22 - Projecting forward for Jayson Tatum 27:27 - Roster concerns 30:01 - Underrated strengths of the roster/Sam Hauser hype/Payton Pritchard's role 33:09 - Will we see a Grant Williams extension? 36:25 - Are the Celtics built for a trade? 38:37 - The 10-man rotation 41:10 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 41:49 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 44:03 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Celtics land in the East? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Record Predictions For Every Team (I Already Hate Myself) Oct 10, 2022

Let's take a break from the 2022-23 NBA team lookahead train to have some (agonizing) fun with record projections. The over/under podcast(s) will go into more detail, but for now, Dan is talking himself through win totals for every squad next season. Buckle up, and enjoy the incoherent ride! JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will Draymond Green Punching Jordan Poole Change the Warriors Forever? Oct 10, 2022

Draymond Green apologized to Jordan Poole and the Golden State Warriors after punching the former, and he will now be stepping away from the team. Really, though, this is just the beginning...More specifically, it might be the beginning of the end for Draymond with the Warriors. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:21 - Draymond Green apologizing to Jordan Poole, Will the Golden State Warriors accept Dray back? 17:22 - Will Draymond Green now leave Golden State in 2023 NBA free agency? 25:28 - OUTRO JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Phoenix Suns Oct 09, 2022

Dan is joined by Mike Vigil (@protectedpick) from The Timeline Podcast (@TheTimelinePod) for a deep dive into the 2022-23 Phoenix Suns. They tackle...well, they cover EVERYTHING. Robert Sarver, DeAndre Ayton, Jae Crowder trades, the development of Mikal Bridges and Cameron Johnson, Chris Paul's age, Devin Booker's stardom, the rotation, quirky lineups, Phoenix's place in the NBA title picture—you name it, they go into detail on it. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 3:28 - Robert Sarver 9:35 - Should we be concerned about Deandre Ayton? 13:00 - The Jae Crowder situation 19:17 - What will a Jae Crowder trade look like?/Trade targets 34:23 - Deandre Ayton's next frontier 39:28 - Is Mikal Bridges ready for more on-ball responsibility? 43:14 - Cam Johnson extension 45:22 - Cam Johnson with the starters/His next offensive frontier 48:46 - How good can Chris Paul be at age 37? 51:05 - DEVIN BOOKER AT POINT GUARD?!? 57:44 - Expectations for Landry Shamet 1:00:12 - The secondary frontcourt rotation, Jock Landale, Dario Saric 1:05:59 - Damion Lee vs. Josh Okogie vs. Torrey Craig 1:08:18 - Hidden gems or concerns 1:09:50 - The 10-man rotation 1:14:53 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 1:17:16 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:18:31 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Suns rank in the Western Conference? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: San Antonio Spurs Oct 08, 2022

Dan is joined by Paul Garcia (@PaulGarciaNBA) from Project Spurs and Spurscast (@TheSpurscast) for a deep dive into the 2022-23 San Antonio Spurs. They talk about the organization's decision to really rebuild, the development of Devin Vassell and Josh Primo, Keldon Johnson's trajectory, rookie-year expectations for Jeremy Sochan, Malaki Branham and Blake Wesley, trades, Victor Wembanyama, the 10-man rotation and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:48 - The Dejounte Murray trade, Franchise direction 4:35 - How much longer will Gregg Popovich coach? 6:56 - Keldon Johnson timetable for return/What will his role look like? 10:00 - Josh Primo timeline for return/His offensive development 13:01 - The lowdown on Tre Jones 14:12 - Devin Vassell's development 18:38 - How much leeway will the rookies get? 19:28 - Rookie-year expectations for Jeremy Sochan 21:37 - Roles for Malaki Branham, Blake Wesley 23:38 - Offensive identity 25:56 - Early impressions of HEALTHY Zach Collins 27:46 - Who's the third big? 29:06 - The futures of Jakob Poeltl, Josh Richardson and Doug McDermott 32:10 - Should the Spurs trade for Russell Westbrook? 34:10 - Roster concerns beyond the obvious 34:57 - Roster strengths beyond the obvious 36:44 - The 10-man rotation 37:41 - Go-to crunch-time unit 38:18 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 39:14 - Over/under predictions, Where will the Spurs finish in the West? 43:37 - Scouting Victor Wembanyama JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Dallas Mavericks Oct 07, 2022

Dan is joined by Kirk Henderson (@KirkSeriousFace) from Mavs Moneyball to discuss the ins and out of the 2022-23 Dallas Mavericks. They get into how much the team will miss Jalen Brunson, the defensive identity, lineups and rotations, whether the offense can play faster, Christian Wood's fit and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:33 - Jalen Brunson's exit 5:00 - Should they have been more aggressive over the offseason? 6:48 - The Luka Doncic-Spencer Dinwiddie 8:54 - Luka Doncic starting strong? 10:28 - The Josh Green experience 12:46 - Will Jaden Hardy play a role as a rookie?/Figuring out the secondary ball-handling 19:01 - Expectations for Christian Wood 23:38 - The impact of JaVale McGee 26:32 - Will the Mavs play two bigs a bunch? 29:38 - Is Dallas still a top-10 defense? 31:22 - Can the Mavericks get out in transition more? 34:06 - Do the Mavs have any underrated strengths? 35:57 - Are the Mavs a team to watch at the trade deadline? 39:38 - The 10-man rotation 40:51 - Go-to crunch-time unit 42:17 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 43:47 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Mavericks stand in the Western Conference? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: New Orleans Pelicans Oct 06, 2022

Dan is joined by Shamit Dua (@FearTheBrown) of Boot Krewe Media and the In the N.O. podcast (@InTheNOPod) for a deep dive into the 2022-23 New Orleans Pelicans. They discuss the return of Zion Williamson, how he'll fit with CJ McCollum and Brandon Ingram, the defensive identity of the Pelicans, the development of Trey Murphy III and Dyson Daniels, New Orleans' 10-man rotation, fun lineups and MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:53 - The vibes in New Orleans are, in fact, immaculate 6:15 - Zion Williamson's next step 9:45 - The Zion-CJ-McCollum-Brandon Ingram Dynamic 18:20 - Extensions for CJ McCollum/Larry Nance Jr. 25:08 - What's next for Herb Jones? 27:08 - How good is Trey Murphy? 31:28 - Rookie-year expectations for Dyson Daniels 36:10 - Does Jaxson Hayes still fit with this team? 41:30 - Roles for Devonte' Graham and Jose Alvarado 41:58 - The future of Kira Lewis Jr. 46:26 - Defensive identity and ceiling? 50:56 - Underrated strengths/weaknesses 54:51 - The 10-man rotation 56:13 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 1:00:29 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:02:29 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Pelicans land in the West? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reacting to the 2022-23 NBA Survey Oct 05, 2022

Dan reacts to the 2022-23 NBA GM survey that was released on Tuesday, October 4. And yes, he has qualms. Like, WHO THE HELL VOTED ANDREW WIGGINS FOR THE BEST DEFENSIVE PLAYER IN THE NBA?!? TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO/HARDWOOD KNOCKS UPDATE 3:32 - The 2022-23 NBA GM Survey 4:09 - 2022-23 NBA Finals prediction, Western and Eastern Conference standings 6:06 - 2022-23 NBA MVP Prediction 7:11 - Who would you start an NBA franchise with? 7:51 - Which player forces opposing coaches to make the most adjustments? 9:19 - Which NBA player is most likely to have a breakout season? 13:16 - Best point guard in the NBA 13:25 - Best shooting guard in the NBA 13:54 - Best small forward in the NBA 14:30 - Best power forward in the NBA 14:40 - Best center in the NBA 15:28 - Most popular "Best at this position" vote 15:47 - Which team made the best overall moves this offseason? 19:10 - Which one player acquisition will have the biggest impact on his new NBA team? 20:32 - Most underrated player acquisition over the NBA offseason 22:38 - Most improved NBA team in 2022-23 24:56 - Most surprising move of the NBA offseason 27:21 - Who will win NBA Rookie of the Year in 2022-23? 28:18 - Which 2022-23 NBA rookie will be the bests player in five years? 29:45 - Which rookie was the biggest steal in the 2022 NBA draft? 30:47 - Best international NBA player 31:30 - Best international player NOT in the NBA 32:07 - Best defensive player in the NBA 33:01 - Best perimeter defender in the NBA 34:29 - Best interior defender in the NBA 35:10 - Most versatile defender in the NBA 35:57 - Best defensive team in the NBA 36:45 - Best head coach in the NBA 37:28 - Which NBA head coach is the best motivator/manager of people? 38:26 - Which NBA head coach makes the best in-game adjustments? 39:02 - Which NBA head coach runs the best offense? 40:31 - Which NBA head coach has the best defensive schemes? 41:03 - Which new or relocated NBA head coach will make the most impact on his new team? 41:52 - Who's the best assistant coach in the NBA? 42:00 - Which active NBA player will make the best head coach someday? 43:58 - Which NBA team is the most fun to watch? 44:30 - Which NBA team has the best home-court advantage? 45:08 - Which NBA team will have the league's most efficient offense this season? 45:58 - Which NBA team's level of success is toughest to predict this season? 47:07 - Which NBA team has the most promising young core? 47:35 - Which NBA player is the most athletic? 48:05 - Which NBA player is the best pure shooter? 48:10 - Which NBA player is the fastest with the ball? 48:26 - Which NBA player is the best moving without the ball? 48:47 - Which NBA player is the best passer? 49:16 - Which NBA player is the best leader? 49:40 - Who's the most versatile player in the NBA? 50:10 - Which NBA player has the highest IQ? 53:26 - Which NBA player would you want taking a shot with the game on the line? 51:38 - What NBA rule most needs to change? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Miami Heat Oct 04, 2022

Dan is joined by Allana Tachauer (@AllanaTachauer) from Five Reasons Sports to cannonball into the 2022-23 Miami Heat. They discuss the Tyler Herro extension and his development, the next step for Bam Adebayo, P.J. Tucker's departure, Victor Oladipo's role, Jimmy Butler, the rotation, trade targets and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 4:55 - Tyler Herro extension/His next step 11:48 - Offseason impressions 14:09 - The loss of P.J. Tucker/His replacement 19:12 - Trade targets at 3/4 22:16 - Duncan Robinson's role 25:58 - The value of Victor Oladipo 28:34 - Who starts at the 2? 31:32 - How Bam Adebayo can get better 34:56 - THREE IMPORTANT JIMMY BUTLER QUESTIONS 39:07 - Concerned about Kyle Lowry? 44:08 - Actual roles for Omer Yurtseven and Nikola Jovic?!? 46:16 - Biggest roster concerns 48:17 - Underrated strengths of the roster 49:18 - Building a 10-man rotation 50:21 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 51:39 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 52:50 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Heat rank in the East JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Indiana Pacers Oct 03, 2022

Dan is joined by Caitlin Cooper (@C2_Cooper), the resident GOAT at Indy Cornrows, to break down the short- and long-term future of the Indiana Pacers. How can Tyrese Haliburton take the next step? Is Isaiah Jackson a point guard now? Will Bennedict Mathurin play a big role in Year 1? Do we finally get a Myles Turner trade? Can Indiana defend without true wings? They touch on all this, construct a 10-man rotation and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:40 - Offseason impressions/The Deandre Ayton pursuit 6:22 - Myles Turner trade murmurings 11:55 - How will the Pacers use Myles Turner? 15:52 - Expectations for Tyrese Haliburton 22:52 - Bennedict Mathurin 26:27 - Jalen Smith 28:46 - Isaiah Jackson on the ball?!? 31:52 - Next step for Chris Duarte 35:22 - Offensive identity 38:57 - The wing depth 42:07 - Building a 10-man rotation, Who gets squeezed out of the rotation? 46:33 - Defensive identity 50:42 - Measuring progress of the rebuild 57:17 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 59:00 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:01:32 - Over/under prediction, Where do the Pacers land in the East? 1:07:36 - Popsicle Power Rankings JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Portland Trail Blazers Oct 03, 2022

Dan is joined by Tara Bowen-Biggs (@tcbbiggs) from the We Have A Take Podcast (@wehaveatake) for a deeeeeeep dive into the 2022-23 Portland Trail Blazers. They discuss the team's biggest offseason additions in Jerami Grant and Gary Payton II, along with the extension and future for Damian Lillard. After that, they get into Anfernee Simons' development, the importance of Jusuf Nurkic, the rotation, lineup, predictions and MUCH more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 3:39 - Offseason impressions 6:25 - Chauncey Billups 10:26 - The direction 14:36 - Damian Lillard's return from injury 17:45 add 19:46 - The impact of Jerami Grant/His fit with Jusuf Nurkic 25:01 - Gary Payton II's fit 29:13 - How tall is Anfernee Simons REALLY? 29:56 - Where has Anfernee Simons improved?, His partnership with Dame 35:00 - How much will Shadeon Sharpe play? 39:08 - The fifth starter 39:36 - The importance Nassir Little 40:58 - Expectations for Jusuf Nurkic 45:55 - Secondary center rotation, Roles for Trendon Watford and Jabari Walker 49:10 - Preparing for a different style 51:04 - Roster concerns 53:36 - Building a 10-man rotation, Justise Winslow's role, Greg Brown III 58:02 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:01:06 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 1:06:53 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Blazers stack up in the West 1:09:40 - Blazers player pet sleuthing! JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Charlotte Hornets Oct 02, 2022

Dan is joined by Konata Edwards (@NataTheScribe) from CBS Sports to break down the ins and outs of the 2022-23 Charlotte Hornets. They discuss the team's offseason, the next step for LaMelo Ball, how Steve Clifford will adapt his defense to Charlotte's offense, the importance of Cody Martin, roles for James Bouknight and Mark Williams, the value of Gordon Hayward and much, MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:47 - Miles Bridges 8:24 - Offseason impressions 10:45 - The coaching search 14:36 - Can Steve Clifford improve the defense without sacrificing offensive identity?/Will Terry Rozier suffer? 19:10 - Has Gordon Hayward more important this year? 22:40 - How much will LaMelo Ball improve? 25:08 - Does LaMelo Ball need an off-the-dribble three? 27:59 - Mark Williams' role and fit 30:24 - Year 4 expectations for P.J. Washington 34:12 - Importance of Cody Martin 38:07 - Does Kelly Oubre Jr. have a future in Charlotte? 40:02 - Should Charlotte trade for Jae Crowder? 41:48 - Roles for James Bouknight, JT Thor, Kai Jones 44:01 - Is Jalen McDaniels on his way out? 46:23 - Biggest roster concerns/Secondary guard rotation 52:01 - Building a 10-man rotation 53:24 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 54:20 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 56:24 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Hornets land in the East? 1:05:23 - Will Charlotte be better than expected? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Sacramento Kings Oct 01, 2022

Dan is joined by Managing Editor of The Kings Herald Greg Wissinger (@gwiss) to talk about—you guessed it—the 2022-23 Sacramento Kings. Is the Domantas Sabonis trade looking better? How's his fit with De'Aaron Fox? Was Keegan Murray the right draft pick? How will this team defend under head coach Mike Brown? What's the wing rotation look like? Is this squad rip for a trade? We get into it ALL...and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:13 - The Mike Brown hire 7:26 - Thoughts on the Domantas Sabonis trade 11:58 - Early impressions of the De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis fit 14:46 - What do the Kings need to see from De'Aaron Fox in Year 6? 20:48 - Rookie-year expectations for Keegan Murray 23:55 - Thoughts on the Kevin Huerter trade/The Kevin Huerter fit 26:52 - How will the new-look Kings use Davion Mitchell?/Davion Mitchell's offensive development 31:03 - Does Richaun Holmes have a future in Sacramento? 35:01 - How will the Kings defend with Sabonis at the 38:04 - Harrison Barnes' defense/His future in Sacramento 42:42 - The secondary frontcourt rotation 45:22 - Trade targets to fill minutes on the wing 49:00 - Building a 10-man rotation 51:42 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 53:00 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 56:01 - Over/under predictions, The Kings' place in the Western Conference JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Cleveland Cavaliers Sep 30, 2022

Dan is joined by Justin Rowan (@Cavsanada) of The Chase Down podcast to dig deep into the 2022-23 Cleveland Cavaliers. They break down the Donovan Mitchel trade nearly one month later, envision what leaps look like for Evan Mobley and Darius Garland, tackle the issues on the wing, cobble together a 10-man rotation and MUCH more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:27 - How surprising was the Donovan Mitchell trade? 7:02 - Was this the right time to trade for a star? 11:50 - Donovan Mitchell's offensive fit 14:15 - Backcourt defense 17:58 - The starting 3 spot 20:56 - Isaac Okoro 22:46 - Dean Wade 25:05 - The future of Caris LeVert 30:07 - What does a leap from Evan Mobley look like? 35:28 - The next frontier for Darius Garland 40:05 - Ricky Rubio's return/role 42:46 - Kevin Love's role 46:09 - Can Jarrett Allen get better? 48:31 - Team culture 52:46 - Biggest roster concerns 56:11 - Building the 10-man rotation 58:36 - Go-to crunch-time unit 1:00:44 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:02:52 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Cavs rank in the East? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Minnesota Timberwolves Sep 29, 2022

Dan is joined by Derek James (@DerekJamesNBA), who covers the Minnesota Timberwolves for his Substack, By Derek James, to talk about—YOU GUESSED IT—the 2022-23 Minnesota Timberwolves. They get into everything from the Rudy Gobert trade and Anthony Edwards' next step to how this team will defend and the 10-man rotation. Plus...MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - Intro 3:25 - Offseason impressions 5:39 - The cost of the Rudy Gobert trade 12:46 - Rudy Gobert's offensive fit 16:06 - The defense with Rudy Gobert 19:46 - Biggest concerns about Rudy Gobert-Karl-Anthony Towns partnership 25:35 - Is Karl-Anthony Towns under more pressure than ever? 26:32 - The trajectory of Anthony Edwards 31:35 The importance of Jaden McDaniels 33:13 - How D'Angelo Russell can make an impact 36:47 - Secondary guard rotation 38:43 - Best use of Kyle Anderson 39:56 - Stagerring Gobert and KAT 41:23 - Biggest roster concerns 43:29 - Building a 10-man rotation 45:58 - Go-to crunch-time unit 46:47 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 48:18 - Over/under prediction, Where do the Wolves stand in the Western Conference JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Detroit Pistons Sep 28, 2022

Dan is joined by Lazarus Jackson (@lazchance) from Detroit Bad Boys for a deeeeep dive into the 2022-23 Detroit Pistons. They discuss Cade Cunningham's next step, his fit with Jaden Ivey, expectations for Killian Hayes and Jalen Duren, the team's rotation, Marvin Bagley III's future, win-loss predictions and MUUUUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 4:15 - Offseason impressions 7:41 - Bojan Bogdanovic's fit 11:00 - Cade Cunningham' development 17:16 - Rookie year expectations for Jaden Ivey/His fit with Cade Cunningham 27:49 - Isaiah Stewart playing beside other bigs 35:06 - Rookie year expectations for Jalen Duren/His fit next to Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey 38:58 - The trajectory of Killian Hayes 46:03 - How will Marvin Bagley III get used on this team?/How important is he? 51:16 - WHAT IS SADDIQ BEY?!? 56:54 - Nerlens Noel, Alec Burks, Cory Joseph 58:47 - Will Isaiah Livers have a consistent role? 1:00:05 - Is this team ripe for a midseason move? 1:01:17 - Building the 10-man rotation 1:02:51 - Go-to crunch-time unit 1:03:40 - Weirdo Lineups we want to see 1:04:00 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Pistons place in the East? 1:08:22 - Final thoughts, Does Hamidou Diallo fit into the rotation?, Cade Cunningham is God JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Chicago Bulls Sep 27, 2022

Dan is joined by Jason Patt (@Bulls_Jay) from the Cash Considerations podcast as well as ClutchPoints, Blog A Bull and Forbes to discuss—you guessed it—the 2022-23 Chicago Bulls. Everything is on the table, including the Lonzo Ball injury, the development of Patrick Williams, the 10-man rotation, roster concerns, trade targets, Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan, the regression of Nikola Vucevic and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:35 - Offseason impressions 8:55 - Were the Bulls of last season for real? 12:55 - Will DeMar DeRozan regress? 17:16 - Impact of Lonzo Ball injury 21:16 - Patrick Williams' development 29:30 - Should we be concerned about Nikola Vucevic? 36:20 - The center rotation 42:25 - Zach LaVine 47:19 - Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu, Goran Dragic 54:26 - Dalen Terry 56:46 - Biggest roster concerns 59:16 - Are the Bulls ripe for a trade? 1:05:48 - 10-man rotation 1:08:23 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 1:10:49 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:12:17 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Bulls land in the East? 1:16:26 - Would Chicago consider blowing it up? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Milwaukee Bucks Sep 26, 2022

Dan is joined by Ti Windisch (@tiwindisch) from the Gyro Step Podcast for a deeeep dive into the Milwaukee Bucks ahead of the 2022-23 NBA season. Are the Bucks still favorites in the East? Will Giannis Antetokounmpo keep getting better? When will Khris Middleton be healthy? What should we expect from Brook Lopez and Jrue Holiday? Will rookie MarJon Beauchamp play? They discuss all of this—AND MORE! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:11 - Offseason impressions 6:26 - How much of an impact will Joe Ingles have? 12:50 - Frontcourt rotation 19:09 - Khris Middleton's timeline for return 20:43 - The fifth starter 25:56 - Expectations for Brook Lopez 31:05 - The next frontier for Giannis Antetokounmpo 35:44 - Jrue Holiday's offensive game 39:46 - Can MarJon Beauchamp carve out a role in Year 1? 43:13 - Jevon Carter, Serge Ibaka, George Hill 47:38 - Biggest roster concern 50:34 - Most underrated part about the Bucks 51:52 - Building a 10-man rotation 54:52 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 56:40 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:00:09 - Over/under predictions/Place in the East JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Orlando Magic Sep 24, 2022

Dan is joined by Khobi Price (khobi_price) of the Orlando Sentinel for a deeeeeep dive into the 2022-23 Orlando Magic. They get into expectations for Paolo Banchero's rookie year, the importance of Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs trying to have a bounce-back season, lineups the team should try, the potential 10-man rotation, Jonathan Isaac's role and MUCH MORE! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:31 - Offseason Impressions 2:56 - Expectations for Paolo Banchero in Year 1 13:00 - The importance of Wendell Carter Jr. 19:36 - Franz Wagner's next level 26:43 - Expectations for Jalen Suggs in Year 2 34:56 - Timelines for Jonathan Isaac and Gary Harris 38:92 - Jonathan Isaac's long-term fit 46:53 - Markelle Fultz's future 53:15 - Chuma Okeke's development 56:17 - Biggest roster concern 58:32 - Building a 10-man rotation 1:03:48 - Are the Magic ripe for a trade? 1:08:27 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 1:14:06 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:16:51 - Over/under predictions, Orlando's place in the East JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Atlanta Hawks Sep 23, 2022

Dan is joined by Lauren L. Williams (@WilliamsLaurenL) of the AJC for a deeeeeep dive into the 2022-23 Atlanta Hawks. They discuss everything from the Dejounte Murray fit with and without Trae Young to the future of John Collins and De'Andre Hunter to the best crunch-time lineup and 10-man rotation and much more! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 4:53 - The Dejounte Murray fit 9:41 - Will Trae Young be playing off the ball more? 15:17 - Have the Hawks complicated or optimized John Collins' role? 22:28 - The future of De'Andre Hunter 24:43 - Clint Capela's value 27:43 - More reps for Onyeka Okongwu 31:01 - JALEN JOHNSON TIME?!? 34:36 - Revisiting the Kevin Huerter trade 40:24 - The non-Trae minutes vs. The Defense 45:36 - Building a 10-man rotation 49:16 - The importance of starting the season on a high note 51:27 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 53:31 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 56:39 - Over/under predictions, Where do the Hawks finish in the East? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robert Sarver Still Sucks, RW3, Lonzo and SGA Injuries, NBA 'What If?!?' Moments for Southwest Division Sep 22, 2022

Dan is back from vacation and reacting to the latest and most important NBA news items. From Robert Sarver selling the Phoenix Suns to Dennis Schroder's fit on the Los Angeles Lakers to the impact of injuries to Lonzo Ball, Robert Williams III and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, we're running the news-item gamut. After that, we wrap up our NBA 'What If?!?' series with the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans and San Antonio Spurs. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:41 - GOOD RIDDANCE, ROBERT SARVER 11:41 - Anthony Edwards/Aaron Gordon 18:59 - Impact of Robert Williams III's injury on the Boston Celtics 21:34 - Dennis Schroder's fit on the Los Angeles Lakers 25:09 - Impact of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander injury on the Oklahoma City Thunder 27:33 - Impact of Lonzo Ball injury on the Chicago Bulls 36:59 - Dallas Mavericks 39:16 - Houston Rockets 41:56 - Memphis Grizzlies 44:11 - New Orleans Pelicans 46:33 - San Antonio Spurs JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA 'What If?!?" Moments: Hawks, Hornets, Heat, Magic, Wizards Sep 21, 2022

Earlier this summer, Dan polled one expert who covers every NBA team about their biggest ‘What If?!?’ for the franchise. What follows is a mini-pod—a HIGHLY SNACKABLE audio version—of that mega project. Next up: The biggest ‘What If?!?’ moments for the Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:15 - Atlanta Hawks 4:44 - Charlotte Hornets 6:36 - Miami Heat 11:23 - Orlando Magic 13:45 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA 'What If?!?' Moments: Warriors, Clippers, Lakers, Suns, Kings Sep 20, 2022

Earlier this summer, Dan polled one expert who covers every NBA team about their biggest ‘What If?!?’ for the franchise. What follows is a mini-pod—a HIGHLY SNACKABLE audio version—of that mega project. Next up: The biggest ‘What If?!?’ moments for the Golden State Warriors, LA Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:21 - Golden State Warriors 5:52 - LA Clippers 6:53 - Los Angeles Lakers 11:40 - Phoenix Suns 14:07 - Sacramento Kings JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA 'What If?!?' Moments: Bulls, Cavaliers, Pistons, Pacers, Bucks Sep 19, 2022

Earlier this summer, Dan polled one expert who covers every NBA team about their biggest ‘What If?!?’ for the franchise. What follows is a mini-pod—a HIGHLY SNACKABLE audio version—of that mega project. Next up: The biggest ‘What If?!?’ moments for the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:14 - Chicago Bulls 4:22 - Cleveland Cavaliers 6:04 - Detroit Pistons 10:57 - Indiana Pacers 13:21 - Milwaukee Bucks JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA 'What If?!?' Moments: Nuggets, Timberwolves, Thunder, Blazers, Jazz Sep 15, 2022

Earlier this summer, Dan polled one expert who covers every NBA team about their biggest ‘What If?!?’ for the franchise. What follows is a mini-pod—a HIGHLY SNACKABLE audio version—of that mega project. Next up: The biggest ‘What If?!?’ moments for the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Portland Trail Blazers and Utah Jazz. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:46 - Denver Nuggets 3:37 - Minnesota Timberwolves 6:45 - Oklahoma City Thunder 10:47 - Minnesota Timberwolves 13:09 - Utah Jazz JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robert Sarver Got Away With It, 'What If?!? Moments for the Celtics, Nets, Knicks, Sixers, Raptors Sep 14, 2022

Dan reacts to the NBA suspending Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver for one year, fining him $10 million and forcing him to complete a program about proper workplace decorum. After that, it's onto our snackable 'What If?!?' series. Earlier this summer, Dan polled one expert who covers every NBA team about their biggest 'What If?!?' for the franchise. What follows is a mini-pod—an audio version—of that mega project. First up: The biggest 'What If?!?' moments for the Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers and Toronto Raptors. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - Intro 1:32 - Reacting to Robert Sarver's slap on the wrist. 16:47 - Boston Celtics 'What If?!?' 19:16 - Brooklyn Nets 'What If?!?' 21:28 - New York Knicks 'What If?!?' 24:37 - Philadelphia 76ers 'What If?!? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Power Ranking Every NBA Backcourt Entering 2022-23 (Part 2) Sep 13, 2022

Dan is joined by none other than Adam Fromal (@fromal09) from NBA Math and Sportscasting to power rank every NBA starting backcourt ahead of the 2022-23 season. In Part 2, they'll begin with their 11TH ranked backcourt and work their way up to No. 1. Be sure to check out Part 1 HERE! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO/CRITERIA 3:07 - TIER 3 (Nos. 11-6) 20:01 - TIER 2 (Nos. 5-3) 30:52 - TIER 1 (Nos. 2-1) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Power Ranking Every NBA Backcourt Entering 2022-23, Part 1 (30-12) Sep 12, 2022

Dan is joined by none other than Adam Fromal (@fromal09) from NBA Math and Sportscasting to power rank every NBA starting backcourt ahead of the 2022-23 season. In Part 1 of 2, they'll begin with their 30th ranked backcourt and work their way up to No. 12. Be sure to check out Part 2, which will go live on Tuesday, September 13! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO/CRITERIA 4:38 - TIER 6 (Nos. 30-26) 19:05 - TIER 5 (No. 25-18) 40:46 - TIER 4 (Nos. 17-12) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Houston Rockets Sep 09, 2022

Dan is joined by Salman Ali (@salmanalinba) from Red Nation Hoops (@RedNationHoops) to break down the short- and long-term future of the Houston Rockets. Chief among the topics discussed: Jabari Smith Jr.'s trajectory, expectations for Jalen Green, Kevin Porter Jr.' value, Alperen Sengun's place in the NBA, the Rockets' ability to shock the rest of the league, Houston's 10-man rotation and MUCH more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - Intro 5:14: Offseason thoughts 6:13 - Alperen Sengun's development 11:38 - Expectations for Jabari Smith Jr. 22:38 - Year 2 Jalen Green 27:49 - Kevin Porter Jr.'s ideal role 35:01 - TyTy Washington expectations 37:38 - Impressions of Tari Eason so far 41:02 - The value of Josh Christopher 47:18 - Usman Garuba's development 50:58 - Building a 10-man rotation 55:34 - KJ Martin/Eric Gordon 1:01:08 - Who's out before the regular season? 1:03:14 - Roster concerns 1:08:59 - Best crunch-time lineup 1:11:57 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:15:23 - Over/under predictions 1:22:19 - Final thoughts/Stephen Silas JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Oklahoma City Thunder Sep 08, 2022

Dan is joined by Olivia Panchal (@olivianba), formerly of Daily Thunder, for an extensive discussion about the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Chet Holmgren injury, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Josh Giddey, the future and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - Intro 2:39 - Chet Holmgren injury 4:55 - Impact of Chet's injury on timeline 6:11 - Outside perception of the Thunder's rebuild 10:16 - Does Shai Gilgeous-Alexander have another leap in him? 18:00 - Josh Giddey's development 21:22 - Jalen Williams, Jaylin Williams and Ousmane Dieng 24:04 - Alexsej Pokusevski's future 27:24 - The futures of Tre Mann, Aaron Wiggins and Vit Krejci 29:06 - Building a 10-man rotation for Oklahoma City 38:48 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 40:02 - Biggest roster needs 42:42 - Best crunch-time lineup 44:39 - Over/under predictions 47:46 - Final thoughts/Lu Dort JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Ben Simmons Trade?, RJ Barrett, Collin Sexton, Jae Crowder Trades, Chet Holmgren Injury Sep 07, 2022

In the latest mailbag, Dan tackles questions that cover Ben Simmons' future with the Brooklyn Nets, Russell Westbrook trades, Chet Holmgren's injury, the value of Collin Sexton, Anthony Edwards' next step, RJ Barrett's trajectory and so much more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:07 - PODCAST SCHEDULING NOTES 4:11 - Chet Holmgren/Victor Wembanyama 7:04 - Best Russell Westbrook trades 17:04 - Evaluating youngsters with metrics 20:14 - Should any teams see if the Nets will trade Ben Simmons? 25:01 - How can the NBA better promote its international stars? 31:02 - Did the Timberwolves and Jazz change the NBA trade market forever? 37:19 - Is Anthony Edwards already All-NBA material? 40:52 - Most overrated players of the past 10 years (reaction) 43:37 - Is RJ Barrett overrated? 46:55 - Jae Crowder's trade value/Trade targets for the Suns 52:35 - Montrezl Harrell's fit on the Sixers 53:35 - What is De'Andre Hunter worth? Which teams might pay him if he reaches RFA in 2023? 55:49 - The importance of Isaac development after the Donovan Mitchell trade 57:30 - More Russell Westbrook talk 58:09 - BACKCOURT RANKINGS TEASER 58:28 - Reasons to watch the Jazz next season 1:00:24 - Is Collin Sexton under-appreciated? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022-23 NBA Lookaheads: Philadelphia 76ers Sep 06, 2022

Dan is joined by Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from Liberty Ballers and The NBA Podcast (@TheNBAPod) for a deeeep dive into the 2022-23 Philadelphia 76ers. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:46 - Offseason thoughts 7:12 - Is James Harden on the decline? 12:37 - Joel Embiid-James Harden partnership 14:28 - Two MVP candidates? 19:19 - Tyrese Maxey's development 28:50 - Paul Reed/Backup center rotation 33:10 - Matisse Thybulle 36:40 - Speed of the offense 38:44 - Biggest roster concerns 40:03 - Trade targets 44:42 - Player most likely to be traded 45:22 - 10 man rotation 47:17 - Player most likely to have a bigger role than expected 48:48 - Best crunch-time unit 51:01 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 53:33 - Over/Under and playoff predictions 59:53 - Final thoughts JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reacting to the 2022-23 ESPN NBA Survey Sep 02, 2022

Dan goes through the latest ESPN NBA survey and reacts to who execs, coaches and scouts chose for their offseason and 2022-23 campaign superlatives. Who will be the best NBA player in five years? Who had the best offseason? What about the worst? Let's hop to it! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:21 - Who's the best player in the NBA entering the 2022-23 season? 3:30 - Who will be the best player in the NBA five years from now? 5:52 - Who will be the 2022-23 MVP? 11:45 - Who will be the best rookie in five years? 13:44 - Which team will Kevin Durant be on the day after the trade deadline? 16:27 - Which team will Donovan Mitchell be on after the trade deadline? 18:51 - Which team had the best offseason? 22:18 - Which team had the worst offseason? 27:35 - What was the most surprising move of the offseason? 30:05 - Who wins the East, West and NBA Finals? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DONOVAN MITCHELL TO THE CAVS TRADE REACTION | WHY AM I YELLING?!? Sep 01, 2022

Dan and Grant offer their instant, in-depth reaction to the Cleveland Cavaliers completing a Donovan Mitchell trade with the Utah Jazz. 0:30 - INTRO/Trade Details 2:17 - Are the Cavaliers now title contenders? 17:48 - Direction of the Jazz 33:27 - Where do the New York Knicks go from here? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can the Washington Wizards Trade for Another Star? Sep 01, 2022

The Washington Wizards are reportedly in on the Donovan Mitchell trade sweepstakes. But do they actually have enough assets to pair Bradley Beal with another star? While they certainly can't outbid the New York Knicks for Mitchell, their top-shelf trade offer is better than you'd expect. JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donovan Mitchell is a GREAT Fit for the...Toronto Raptors Aug 31, 2022

No one can beat the New York Knicks best and most realistic trade package for Donovan Mitchell. But the Toronto Raptors feel like they can come pretty close WITHOUT dealing Scottie Barnes. The question: Should the Raptors even consider engaging the Utah Jazz? Stick with Dan as he looks into whether Mitchell would be a good fit for Toronto. JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Knicks Extended RJ Barrett—And That's Okay! Aug 30, 2022

Dan reacts to RJ Barrett signing a four-year, $120 million extension with the New York Knicks. Is RJ worth this much? And does his extension actually cost the Knicks a Donovan Mitchell trade? LET'S FIND OUT. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:45 - Is RJ Barrett worth $120 million?!? 15:33 - Impact Barrett's extension has on Donovan Mitchell trade talks with the Utah Jazz JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG, PART 2: James Harden for MVP?, Make or Break NBA Players, Regression Candidates Aug 26, 2022

MAIL TIME, AGAIN. This time, we're hitting questions about signature sneakers, the NBA's salary, battle royales, James Harden, regression candidates, make-or-break stars and MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:20 - Which NBA player has the worst sneaker design? And which players should get his own signature shoe? 4:51 - How can we learn more about the NBA salary cap? 10:36 - Building the All-NBA "Who Would Win in a Battle Royale" Starting Five 13:30 - Will James Harden hurt Joel Embiid's 2022-23 MVP chances? 21:26 - NBA teams poised to disappoint during the 2022-23 season 23:16 - Should the NBA adopt the WNBA's first-round playoff format? 25:32 - NBA players who will make or break their team's 2022-23 season 30:47 - SHOUT-OUT FRANK NTILIKINA JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Most Interesting Storylines for 2022-23 NBA Season, Pelicans Big 3?, LeBron and Bronny Aug 25, 2022

MAIL TIME. Our latest trip down the Listener Asks, We Answer Lane has talking about the New Orleans Pelicans having a potentially Big Three, the most interesting storylines for next season, LeBron James and Bronny James and much more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 3:04 - Toughest playoff matchups for possible contenders in 2023 12:25 - Can Brandon Ingram, Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum form a cohesive Big Three for the New Orleans Pelicans? 19:37 - Games we wish the NBA had for 2022-23 Rivalry Week 24:11 - Would an NBA team draft Bronny James just to get LeBron? 29:03 - The 10 Most Interesting Storylines To Follow During The 2022-23 NBA Season 43:20 - How many LeBron James clones would it take to win a bear fight? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Offseason Grades: Warriors, Clippers, Lakers, Suns, Kings Aug 24, 2022

Dan and Grant convene to deliver their 2022 NBA offseason grades for the Golden State Warriors, LA Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings. Insufferable homers need not listen. Also: Please remember we’re grading every team relative to the tools that were at their disposal this summer. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 3:07 - CRITERIA 3:58 - Golden State Warriors 16:34 - LA Clippers 22:36 - Los Angeles Lakers 37:43 - Phoenix Suns 49:13 - Sacramento Kings JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fallout From Kevin Durant Staying with the Brooklyn Nets Aug 23, 2022

Kevin Durant is staying with the Brooklyn Nets...But is he really? Dan gets into the impact KD's about-face has on the Nets, Kyrie Irving and the rest of the NBA. He also discussed why, if we're being honest, this isn't really over. JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Offseason Grades: Celtics, Nets, Knicks, Sixers, Raptors Aug 23, 2022

Dan and Grant convene to deliver their 2022 NBA offseason grades for the Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers and Toronto Raptors. Insufferable homers need not listen. Also: Please remember we’re grading every team relative to the tools that were at their disposal this summer. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:48 - CRITERIA 3:42 - Boston Celtics 13:23 - Brooklyn Nets 22:21 - New York Knicks 35:45 - Philadelphia 76ers 47:25 - Toronto Raptors JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GRIZZLIES ENTER KEVIN DURANT TRADE RUMORS, KNICKS AND JAZZ GETTING CLOSER(?) Aug 22, 2022

Dan dives into the latest Kevin Durant trade rumors and Donovan Mitchell update. Are the Memphis Grizzlies a threat to get KD? Are the Knicks and Jazz getting closer on their own blockbuster trade? TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:12 - Grizzlies and Kevin Durant 11:58 - The latest on the Jazz, Knicks and Donovan Mitchell JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can the LeBron James Extension Help the Lakers Land Another Star? Aug 22, 2022

Dan digs into the implications of the LeBron James extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, and whether it allows the team to chase a third star to pair with him and Anthony Davis. JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Offseason Grades: Hawks, Hornets, Heat, Magic, Wizards Aug 19, 2022

Round 4. LET'S GO. Dan and Grant convene to deliver their 2022 NBA offseason grades for the Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards. Insufferable homers need not listen. Also: Please remember we’re grading every team relative to the tools that were at their disposal this summer. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:41 - Criteria 2:21 - Atlanta Hawks 15:01 - Charlotte Hornets 23:24 - Miami Heat 33:40 - Orlando Magic 41:49 - Washington Wizards JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Offseason Grades: Nuggets, Timberwolves, Thunder, Blazers, Jazz Aug 18, 2022

On to the Northwest Division! Dan and Grant convene to deliver their 2022 NBA offseason grades for the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Portland Trail Blazers and Utah Jazz. Insufferable homers need not listen. Also: Please remember we’re grading every team relative to the tools that were at their disposal this summer. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:59 - Criteria 2:48 - Denver Nuggets 14:25 - Minnesota Timberwolves 26:45 - Oklahoma City Thunder 34:53 - Portland Trail Blazers 44:50 - Utah Jazz JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Offseason Grades: Mavs, Rockets, Grizzlies, Pelicans, Spurs Aug 17, 2022

Southwest Division, come on down! Dan and Grant convene to deliver their 2022 NBA offseason grades for the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans and San Antonio Spurs. Insufferable homers need not listen. Also: Please remember we’re grading every team relative to the tools that were at their disposal this summer. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:30 - Criteria 1:53 - Dallas Mavericks 18:35 - Houston Rockets 27:23 - Memphis Grizzlies 40:21 - New Orleans Pelicans 50:19 - San Antonio Spurs JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Offseason Grades: Bulls, Cavs, Pistons, Pacers, Bucks Aug 16, 2022

OFFSEASON REPORT CARD TIME. Dan and Grant convene to deliver their 2022 NBA offseason grades for the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks. Insufferable homers need not listen. Also: Please remember we're grading every team relative to the tools that were at their disposal this summer. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 3:05 - Criteria 5:56 - Chicago Bulls 17:25 - Cleveland Cavaliers 32:38 - Detroit Pistons 41:09 - Indiana Pacers 55:46 - Milwaukee Bucks JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Donovan Mitchell Trade Talk, Pistons Starting 5, Steve Nash's Future, NBA Expansion Aug 15, 2022

MAIL TIME. AGAIN. This latest batch of question is THERMONUCLEAR AF...AND THEN SOME. We begin by talking about Donovan Mitchell trades as well as the Utah Jazz's future. After that, we delve into some Detroit Pistons analysis, take a look at the potential for NBA expansion, dive into the value of left-handed players and cannonball into more thoughts on the Brooklyn Nets vs. Kevin Durant saga. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:58 - Should the Utah Jazz keep Donovan Mitchell through the 2023 NBA All-Star Game? 6:38 - Is a Donovan Mitchell trade more likely to happen before or during the regular season season? 11:42 - Could Utah decide to keep Donovan Mitchell? 17:55 - Is Steve Nash out of a job regardless of what happens with Kevin Durant? 24:36 - Who should be in the Detroit Pistons starting five? 27:03 - Free agency targets for the Pistons in 2023 31:21 - Most likely NBA expansion destinations 33:52 - Can you have too many left-handed NBA players? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG 2: Minnesota Timberwolves Ceiling, Fringe Contenders, Miami Heat Trade Targets Aug 12, 2022

Another mailbag? ANOTHER MAILBAG. This time, we're covering which NBA teams are one internal leap away from contending for a title. We're also looking at trade targets for the Miami Heat, the growing trend of dual-big frontcourts in the NBA, teams with a wide range of outcomes in 2022-23 and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:47 - How many NBA teams are "one player leap" away from being title contenders? 13:03 - Which NBA teams have the widest range of outcomes leading into next season? 25:09 - Is playing in open-run games during the offseason stupid for NBA players? 28:24 - Who's the worst NBA player in the league who could be the best player on a championship team? 34:51 - Will we see NBA players sign shorter-term contracts? 37:58 - Trade targets for the Miami Heat to pair with Bam Adebayo 40:40 - Is the Minnesota Timberwolves' two-big frontcourt the future of the NBA? 46:25 - OUTRO JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Jaylen Brown's Future, Nets Direction, Blazers Ceiling, ROY Sleepers, Kings Dilemma Aug 11, 2022

MAIL TIME. Dan once again answers questions from all of you awesome thermonuclear AFers. This latest batch of inquiries covers the Boston Celtics' interest in a Kevin Durant trade and what that says about Jaylen Brown's future, as well as the direction of the Brooklyn Nets. This mailbag also gets into the ceiling on the Sacramento Kings and Portland Trail Blazers, Bennedict Mathurin's Rookie of the Year chances, a hypothetical NBA expansion draft and MUCH more! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 3:14 - Jaylen Brown/Kevin Durant 8:33 - Portland Trail Blazers ceiling 14:16 - Can Bennedict Mathurin win Rookie of the Year? 18:15 - Dark Horse Rookie of the Year candidates 20:44 - Will the Sacramento Kings make the playoffs next season? 23:17 - Potential first-time NBA All-Stars in 2022-23 26:10 - Building an NBA expansion draft starting five 30:16 - How should the Brooklyn Nets handle their future after trading Kevin Durant? 33:33 - Better shot: free-throw line jumper or above-the-break three? 35:19 - Free financial advice 35:57 - Which decision of the past decade would you change for the New York Knicks? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets Have Reached the Point of No Return Aug 09, 2022

Dan reacts to Kevin Durant telling the Brooklyn Nets he wants a trade or the team needs to fire general manager Sean Marks and head coach Steve Nash. JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Brandon Ingram for Jaylen Brown Trade? Wendell Carter Jr. is an All-Star? Bones Hyland for MVP?!? Aug 05, 2022

MAIL TIME. In this latest dive into questions from our Discord users, Dan tackles an interesting thought exercise: Should the New Orleans Pelicans and Boston Celtics consider a Brandon Ingram for Jaylen Green Trade? Aside from that, Dan gets into Wendell Carter Jr.'s potentially All-Star ceiling, the fate of NBA free agency as the salary cap rises and Draymond Green's future with the Golden State Warriors. There's even some Bones Hyland talk for good measure! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:01 - Will Wendell Carter Jr. make another leap for the Orlando Magic? 11:29 - Who says no to a Jaylen Brown for Brandon Ingram trade? 21:50 - How many PPG will Tyrese Haliburton average next season? 24:30 - Should the NBA change trade rules given the cost of Rudy Gobert, Donovan Mitchell, Kevin Durant, etc.? 28:46 - Will Bones Hyland turn into a household name next season? 34:17 - Should the Golden State Warriors trade Draymond Green? 40:08 - MILD TAKES ABOUT THE 2022-23 NBA SEASON 42:37 - Is the NBA headed for a free agency renaissance? 48:39 - What is Cam Thomas' NBA ceiling? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best Landing Spots for Top 12 Remaining 2022 NBA Free Agents Aug 04, 2022

Dan gives a belated tribute to Bill Russell and then handles some mea culpas. After that, he goes through his top 12 remaining NBA free agents, breaks down their value and cobbles together his favorite landing spots for each. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:48 - Bill Russell 3:45 - Mea Culpas 5:31 - Carmelo Anthony 11:58 - Eric Bledsoe 15:41 - DeMarcus Cousins 17:59 - David Duke Jr. 21:50 - Blake Griffin 26:02 - Montrezl Harrell 29:26 - Dwight Howard 32:07 - Jeremy Lamb 35:42 - Dennis Schroder 38:44 - Collin Sexton 40:31 - Yuta Watanabe 47:01 - Hassan Whiteside JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Best Benches in the NBA, Anthony Edwards' Ceiling, Donovan Mitchell vs. Dwyane Wade Aug 03, 2022

MAIL TIME. Dan answers YOUR questions yet again, and this time around, they were heavy on Anthony Edwards. The mailbag also covers the best benches in the league for the 2022-23 NBA season, the best- and worst-case outcomes for the Atlanta Hawks and Minnesota Timberwolves, a look at the Orlando Magic's future, Dwyane Wade vs. Donovan Mitchell AND MUCH MORE! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 3:51 - Which teams will have the best benches in 2022-23? 12:33 - Pistons vs. Magic 18:28 - Timberwolves Rotation 20:15 - Best case/Worst case outcomes for Hawks and Timberwolves 25:34 - Expectations for Anthony Edwards next season 31:10 - Four-point line?!? 32:13 - Metric/stats that can predict success of a player 36:20 - Donovan Mitchell vs. Dwyane Wade 39:18 - Should the NBA get rid of conferences? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should the Utah Jazz Just Keep Donovan Mitchell? Aug 01, 2022

Donovan Mitchell trade rumors are heating up!...LOLOLOL JUST KIDDING! Dan gets into the report that the Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards want a crack at Mitchell. After breaking down the best offers each team can propose, he discusses whether Danny Ainge and the Jazz could call the New York Knicks' bluff and just keep Mitchell into next season. And finally, he has some thoughts on the Zion Williamson weight and work ethic discourse. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:41 - State of Donovan Mitchell rumors 3:42 - Charlotte Hornets interest in Mitchell/potential trade packages 9:24 - Washington Wizard interest in Mitchel/potential trade packages 14:18 - Should the Jazz keep Mitchell into the season? 26:03 - Zion WilliamsonJOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is Collin Sexton Worth to the Cleveland Cavaliers? Jul 29, 2022

Dan is back with another ROUSING edition of '1 Question." The topic this time around: What is Collin Sexton worth to the Cleveland Cavaliers? Is it more than the three years and $40 million they're offering? Should other NBA teams be trying to pay him more? Is he misunderstood? Let's cannonball into this shindig! JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Rudy Gobert, Karl-Anthony Towns, Trae Young, Dejounte Murray, KD, Celtics, Jaylen Brown Jul 28, 2022

MAIL TIME. Dan answers listener questions about the fit between Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns on the Minnesota Timberwolves and the dynamic between Trae Young and Dejounte Murray for the Atlanta Hawks. After that, he covers the best way to evaluate offseason developments, the Boston Celtics dangling Jaylen Brown in Kevin Durant trades and whether that means they should also target Donovan Mitchell, Collin Sexton's future in Cleveland and MUCH more! TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:45 - INTRO 2:50 - TRUTH SERUM QUESTION 8:24 - How will Timberwolves defense work with Karl-Anthony Towns playing de facto 4? 15:38 - Collin Sexton's role if he stays in Cleveland 21:29 - RJ Barrett vs. Devin Vassell 29:19 - How do you evaluate during Summer League, training camp and preseason? 34:02 - DAN IS A NARCISSIST 47:18 - The fit between Trae Young and Dejounte Murray 51:00 - Kevin Durant, Jaylen Brown, The Celtics and Donovan Mitchell 55:50 - Draymond Green's future, plus extension outlooks for Klay Thompson, Andrew Wiggins and Jordan Poole 1:04:38 - How good can Walker Kessler be? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dark Horse Landing Spots for Top NBA Trade Targets Jul 27, 2022

Kevin Durant to Atlanta? Donovan Mitchell to the Magic? John Collins to the Raptors? Dan made his list of the top NBA trade targets. Then he checked it twice. And now, he has hypothetical packages from outside-the-box landing spots that should be interested in the top NBA trade targets after 2022 free agency. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:50 - Criteria 3:07 - Bojan Bogdanovic 6:01 - John Collins 12:43 - Kevin Durant 19:57 - Kyrie Irving 25:33 - Donovan Mitchell 32:01 - Marcus Morris Sr. 36:34 - Collin Sexton 39:18 - Myles Turner JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Ranking NBA Title Contenders, RJ Barrett, Donovan Mitchell, Finding the Next 2021-22 Cavaliers Jul 26, 2022

MAIL TIME. Dan offers his answers to listener questions that run the gamut of the NBA. We're talking Donovan Mitchell, Kevin Durant's trade request, RJ Barrett and his ceiling, teams ready to make the leap in 2022-23 and SO. MUCH. MORE. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:43 - How Kevin Durant's trade request will impact next CBA negotiations 13:27 - Ranking NBA title contenders for 2022-23 season 23:01 - Eye Test vs. Analytics 26:14 - Michael Jordan's worst NBA Finals Game 28:24 - Moneyball in the NBA 30:38 - How to build an NBA contender around Donovan Mitchell 35:29 - Could RJ Barrett be the next Bradley Beal or Jimmy Butler? 41:03 - Regression candidates for 2022-23 season 44:33 - Is the NBA more stylistically diverse than ever? 47:06 - Finding Next Year's Version of the Cleveland Cavaliers 53:12 - Denver Nuggets lineups we NEED to see next season JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/discordhwk SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Durant to the Celtics?!? Jul 25, 2022

The Boston Celtics have entered the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Should they trade Jaylen Brown (plus salary) and multiple picks for KD? Is this report just an attempt to drive up bids to the Brooklyn Nets from other NBA teams? If the Celtics are engaged for KD, can they offer the league's best package? Dan gets into all the implications of this report, insofar as there are any. JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can New Orleans Pelicans KEEP Brandon Ingram in Kevin Durant Trade? Jul 22, 2022

Dan debuts 'ONE QUESTION.' This will hopefully be a keeper installment in which all of us, as a family, ruminate on a subject he is thinking about/discussing with someone else or has been posed by one of you loyal listeners. First up on the agenda: Can the New Orleans Pelicans complete a Kevin Durant Trade AND KEEP Brandon Ingram? TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:04 - Should the New Orleans Pelicans try to trade for Kevin Durant? 4:48 - How the Pelicans can Trade for Kevin Durant and KEEP Brandon Ingram 16:46 - Does New Orleans have the best Kevin Durant trade package even WITHOUT Brandon Ingram included? 25:06 - Are the Pelicans NBA Finals favorites with Kevin Durant? JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KnIcKs FoR cLiCkS Jul 21, 2022

Dan remains the quintessential, downloads-chasing narcissist and gives his thoughts on the New York Knicks restricting NBA media access to Jalen Brunson's introductory presser, as well as the reaction from fans to this decision. In other words: KnIcKs FoR cLiCkS, baby! JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Outrageous NBA Rookie Comps, Blazers Defense, Rockets Future, Dark Horse 2022-23 Awards Candidates Jul 20, 2022

MAIL TIME. Dan plows through a thought-provoking batch of questions that covers the Houston Rockets; outrageous NBA comparisons for Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren, Jabari Smith Jr., Keegan Murray and Jaden Ivey; the Portland Trail Blazers' defense; the top 10 defenders of all time; dark horse picks to win 2022-23 awards; three-team trade scenarios between the Brooklyn Nets, Indiana Pacers and Los Angeles Lakers; and so much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 1:56 - Miles Bridges 3:06 - JaMychal Green to Dubs 4:35 - How good will the Portland Trail Blazers be on defense? 9:23 - Will the Indiana Pacers be a third-team facilitator in any Russell Westbrook and Kyrie Irving trade? 20:14 - Who aged in the NBA less gracefully: Allen Iverson or Russell Westbrook? 24:32 - Do we (read: Dan) owe the Sacramento Kings an apology? 26:16 - OUTRAGEOUS ceiling and floor comparisons for Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren, Jabari Smith Jr., Keegan Murray, Jaden Ivey 35:34 - Do the Houston Rockets need to move on for Stephen Silas? 42:21 - 2021-22 G-League players who can make an impact on an NBA team 45:49 - Top 10 Defenders of All-Time 48:31 - Dark Horse picks for all major 2022-23 awards 48:51 - Coach of the Year 50:21 - Rookie of the Year 51:31 - Sixth Man of the Year 53:25 - Most Improved Player 55:16 - Defensive Player of the Year 56:27 - MVP 59:03 - Dan changes careers/The Knicks! JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Trade Rumor Reaction: KD, Raptors, Heat, Knicks, Russ, More Jul 19, 2022

Hardwood Knocks reacts to the latest NBA trade rumors, including rumblings on Donovan Mitchell to the Miami Heat, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving staying in Brooklyn, Russell Westbrook and the New York Knicks, Julius Randle to the Los Angeles Lakers, Scottie Barnes and the Toronto Raptors and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:22 - Russell Westbrook/Donovan Mitchell 14:23 - The Lakers 19:27 - Donovan Mitchell trade market 21:19 - Miami Heat's superstar pursuit 28:46 - Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving trade markets 33:08 - Toronto Raptors/Scottie Barnes/KD 41:08 - Keldon Johnson extension 43:28 - Kenrich Williams extension 45:54 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 57:16 - OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russell Westbrook Should NOT be the Lakers Scapegoat, PLUS Trades Jul 18, 2022

Dan gives his thoughts on why the Russell Westbrook discourse and the Los Angeles Lakers blame game have become ultra-cringey. After that, it's on to some NBA teams that should consider facilitating a Westbrook trade. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - Intro 1:53 - The Russell Westbrook Discourse/Lakers Blame Game 24:23 - NBA Teams that Should Consider Trading for Russ JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Deandre Ayton and Suns Fallout, Kevin Durant Trades, Pacers Future, Donovan Mitchell to Knicks? Jul 15, 2022

Dan discusses Deandre Ayton returning to Phoenix, the Suns' chances of a Kevin Durant trade, the future of the Indiana Pacers and whether the New York Knicks should go all in on a Donovan Mitchell trade. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:30 - INTRO 2:17 - Deandre Ayton Restricted Free Agency Fallout 9:36 - Kevin Durant/Suns/Raptors/Heat/Dark Horse KD Suitors 28:28 - Non-KD Trade Targets for Suns 36:48 - What's next for the Pacers? 52:05 - Knicks, Donovan Mitchell, RJ Barrett JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Summer League Takeaways: Paolo Banchero & Chet Holmgren Forever, Kings, Pistons, Pelicans AND MORE Jul 14, 2022

Dan is joined by Adam Spinella from The Box and One (@BoxAndOne_) to discuss their biggest summer league takeways, includING the play of Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren, Keegan Murray, Jaden Ivey and Jabari Smith Jr., as well as some other standouts and team futures AND OHO SO MUCH MORE. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 0:00 - INTRO 4:18 - Paolo Banchero 9:23 - Chet Holmgren 16:35 - Jabari Smith Jr. 19:47 - Keegan Murray 21:36 - Jaden Ivey 27:36 - Bennedict Mathurin/Detroit Pistons 31:02 - Shaedon Sharpe/Portland Trail Blazers 33:00 - Most impressive non-lottery picks 37:22 - Best second- and third-year players 39:25 - Baby Dubs! James Wiseman! Jonathan Kuminga! 43:16 - R.P.O. (Reckless Pelicans Optimism) 48:49 - Most intriguing young cores 53:52 - Summer League disappointments 55:58 - MarJon Beauchamp/Rayjon Tucker 58:21 - Cam Thomas/Steve Nash 1:00:00 - Caleb Homesley 1:00:25 - Keegan game-tying three or Paolo's game-winning assist? 1:01:31 - Keegan Murray for Rookie of the Year? 1:03:38 - Jabari Walker 1:04:23 - Biggest draft steals 1:05:27 - THE TAKE FOUL 1:09:26 - SUMMER LEAGUE PSA JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best Donovan Mitchell Trades, Utah Jazz Future, Kyrie Irving, Khris Middleton Injury Jul 13, 2022

Dan reacts to the news that the Utah Jazz are exploring Donovan Mitchell trades. After riffing on the direction of the Jazz franchise under Danny Ainge, he goes through the best landing spots and packages for Mitchell. From there, we dive into some Kyrie Irving talk and discuss the impact of Pat Connaughton signing an extension and the Khris Middelton injury on the Milwaukee Bucks. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - INTRO 🔘 1:51 - Future of the Utah Jazz 🔘 11:33 - DONOVAN MITCHELL TRADE DESTINATIONS 🔘 11:43 - Miami Heat 🔘 15:57 - New York Knicks 🔘 24:50 - Toronto Raptors 🔘 27:38 - Cleveland Cavaliers 🔘 29:10 - Dallas Mavericks 🔘 30:00 - Detroit Pistons 🔘 30:45 - Indiana Pacers 🔘 31:25 - Memphis Grizzlies 🔘 32:58 - New Orleans Pelicans 🔘 33:32 - Oklahoma City Thunder 🔘 35:11 - Orlando Magic 🔘 37:28 - Philadelphia 76ers 🔘 40:22 - Washington Wizards 🔘 45:38 - Kyrie Irving/Brooklyn Nets/Kevin Durant 🔘 53:36 - Pat Connaughton/Impact of Khris Middleton injury on Milwaukee Bucks JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Deandre Ayton to Pacers, Mavs Annoying Luka Doncic?, NBA Draft vs. Trades vs. Free Agency Jul 12, 2022

MAIL TIME. Dan answers listener questions that cover Deandre Ayton potentially going to the Indiana Pacers, the direction of the Dallas Mavericks, NBA team-building philosophies, Jabari Smith Jr. looking like Evan Mobley, Patrick Williams, De'Andre Hunter, sneaky breakout candidates for 2023-24 and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - INTRO 🔘 1:24 - Deandre Ayton to the Pacers??? 🔘 22:02 - What's going on with the Dallas Mavericks? 🔘 30:07 - Which NBA fanbase deserves a title the most? 🔘 35:55 - Patrick Williams vs. De'Andre Hunter 🔘 38:02 - Sneaky breakout candidates in 2022-23 🔘 44:20 - Would Stephen Curry still be Stephen Curry with the Timberwolves? How important is team environment to superstar development? 🔘 49:32 - Should the NBA get rid of the Stepien Rule? 🔘 53:06 - Jabari Smith Jr. vs. Evan Mobley?!? 🔘 55:55 - How good is Grant Williams? 🔘 57:36 - Best way to build an NBA Finals contender 🔘 1:02:11 - Jonathan Isaac's trade value 🔘 1:06:53 - Damian Lillard's future 🔘 1:09:24 - Giannis Antetokounmpo double-teams 🔘 1:10:18 - BASEBALL?????? JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ranking Best Contracts from 2022 NBA Free Agency So Far Jul 11, 2022

Dan ranks his top eight contracts given out in 2022 NBA free agency so far. Please note these rankings are from a bang-for-their-buck perspective and are not meant to be anti-labor. It's instead a look at which teams managed to get the best bargains, in Dan's humble opinion. If you haven't checked out our latest pod prior to this one, please do so here! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - INTRO 🔘 1:38 - Criteria 🔘 3:09 - No. 8 🔘 5:21 - No. 7 🔘 8:55 - No. 6 🔘 14:38 - No. 5 🔘 17:37 - No. 4 🔘 20:00 - No. 3 🔘 23:37 - No. 2 🔘 26:13 - No. 1 JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Where Do San Antonio Spurs Go From Here? | Tanking for Victor Wembanyama Jul 08, 2022

Noah Magaro-George (@N_Magaro) from Pounding The Rock and the 'Alamo City Limits' podcast joins Dan to discuss the future of the San Antonio Spurs following their franchise-altering decision to trade Dejounte Murray to the Atlanta Hawks. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - INTRO 🔘 2:03 - What the Dejounte Murray trade says about the Spurs' direction 🔘 8:36 - Gregg Popovich's future 🔘 11:34 - Are more trades coming in San Antonio? 🔘 15:33 - Keldon Johnson's future 🔘 20:01 - Devin Vassell's ceiling 🔘 22:37 - How much will Jeremy Sochan, Blake Wesley and Malaki Branham play next year? 🔘 24:37 - Jeremy Sochan's strengths 🔘 26:42 - Malaki Branham's value 🔘 33:13 - Blake Wesley's learning curve 🔘 35:09 - Josh Primo's role in 2022-23 🔘 42:00 - How good is Trey Jones? 🔘 46:59 - The value of starting over 🔘 53:39 - Biggest roster needs moving forward 🔘 56:38 - Did you buy your Victor Wembanyama Spurs jersey yet? 🔘 57:45 - Jakob Poeltl! JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Kevin Durant Trades, Nuggets Title Odds, Jazz Rebuild Around Donovan Mitchell Jul 07, 2022

MAIL TIME. You asked. Dan answered. This trip down Listeners Rock Forever Lane covers Kevin Durant trades, the Phoenix Suns' best KD package without Mikal Bridges, the Denver Nuggets' 2022 NBA title odds, how the Utah Jazz can build around Donovan Mitchell, whether the Association will mirror the Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert partnership on the Minnesota Timberwolves, and oh-so-much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:00 - INTRO 🔘 2:50 - How long will Kevin Durant hold up free agency? 🔘 6:41 - Can the Suns keep Mikal Bridges in a Kevin Durant trade? 🔘 14:21 - Rant on NBA Fandom 🔘 19:31 - What is Chet Holmgren's ceiling/floor? 🔘 25:51 - DeAndre Jordan?!? 🔘 27:06 - Will the Denver Nuggets continue spending deep into the tax? 🔘 30:07 - Are the Nuggets NBA Finals contenders? 🔘 35:46 - What will it take for the rest of the NBA to follow the Timberwolves' model with Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns? 🔘 42:26 - Players for Boston Celtics to target on trade market this offseason 🔘 47:35 - How can the Utah Jazz rebuild around Donovan Mitchell? 🔘 52:54 - Jarred Vanderbilt at the 5?!? 🔘 54:54 - The future of Gary Payton II 🔘 59:23 - Charlotte Hornets 🔘 1:03:18 - Outro JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Minnesota Timberwolves Trade for Rudy Gobert | Utah Jazz to Trade Donovan Mitchell Next? Jul 01, 2022

Dan reacts to the news that the Minnesota Timberwolves and Utah Jazz hashing out a Rudy Gobert trade. Does Rudy fit with Karl-Anthony Towns? Did the Wolves give up too much? Will Danny Ainge trade Donovan Mitchell off the Jazz Next? How about Mike Conley, Bojan Bogdanovic and Jordan Clarkson? Let's get into it all! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Wolves (1:32) 🔘 Jazz (14:09) 🔘 Free-agency questions (33:02) JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reacting to (Almost) Every 2022 NBA Free Agency Signing and Rumor | Day 1 Jul 01, 2022

Dan reacts to (almost) every signing and rumor from Day 1 of 2022 NBA Free Agency. If you're looking for our emergency podcast and overarching thoughts on the Brooklyn Nets, Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and trades galore, we put that out just before free agency. You can find it here. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 INTRO (0:30) 🔘 Isaiah Hartenstein (2:06) 🔘 Kyle Anderson/Karl-Anthony Towns (3:33) 🔘 Jalen Brunson (5:10) 🔘 Jazz/Royce O'Neale (7:11) 🔘 Mavs/Brunson/JaVale McGee (8:25) 🔘 Clippers big-man targets, Nic Batum, Amir Coffey (11:49) 🔘 Patty Mills/Nic Claxton (15:16) 🔘 Clippers trades (16:03) 🔘 Mo Bamba (19:43) 🔘 Malik Monk (20:06) 🔘 Collin Sexton/Mavs (21:07) 🔘 Bulls (23:11) 🔘 Lonnie Walker IV/Lakers (26:20) 🔘 OKC question (27:55) 🔘 Wizards (28:52) 🔘 THE PHILADELPHIA ROCKETS (31:16) 🔘 Nuggets/DeAndre Jordan (34:56) 🔘 KD to Memphis? (37:34) 🔘 More on the Nuggets (39:05) 🔘 Anfernee Simons/Blazers (40:17) 🔘 The Bucks! (42:57) 🔘 Lu Dort/Thunder (47:12) 🔘 Jae'Sean Tate (49:38) 🔘 Raptors (50:33) 🔘 Pistons/Marvin Bagley (53:41) JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KEVIN DURANT TRADE REQUEST REACTION, Future of the Nets, Kyrie + Ben Simmons Trades Jun 30, 2022

Dan reacts to Kevin Durant requesting a trade from the Brooklyn Nets and comes up with a bunch of fake deals and landing spots, an exercise that includes the Toronto Raptors, Phoenix Suns, Miami Heat, Atlanta Hawks, Portland Trail Blazers, Memphis Grizzlies and more. After that, he talks about the future of the Nets, as well as some fake trades for Kyrie Irving and Ben Simmons. JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dejounte Murray Trade Reaction, 2022 NBA Free-Agency Lookaheads for Hawks, Hornets, Heat, Magic, Wizards Jun 30, 2022

Dan unpacks the blockbuster Dejounte Murray trade between the Atlanta Hawks and San Antonio Spurs and what it means for each team. From there, he also spruces up the Hawks' free-agency lookahead! After that, both Dan and Grant get into NBA free-agency needs and targets for the Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat and Orlando Magic. Finally, Dan unpacks the trade between the Denver Nuggets and Washington Wizards while also getting into the larger Bradley Beal and free-agent outlook for the Wiz. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Spurs (1:45) 🔘 Hawks (12:08) 🔘 Hornets (37:06) 🔘 Heat (46:13) 🔘 Magic (54:37) (pre-Bamba!) 🔘 Wizards, Monte Morris (1:03:16 JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Free Agency Lookaheads: Bulls, Cavs, Pistons, Pacers, Bucks Jun 29, 2022

Dan and Grant dive into a 2022 NBA free-agency and overall offseason lookahead for the Central Division. We’re talking biggest needs and questions as well as trade targets and potential signings for the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Bulls (2:37) 🔘 Cavs (15:22) 🔘 Pistons (27:40) 🔘 Pacers (42:10) 🔘 Bucks (55:00) JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA FREE-AGENCY MAILBAG: Knicks-Pistons Trade, Jalen Brunson to NY, Best MLE FAs Jun 29, 2022

Dan reacts to the New York Knicks trading Alec Burks and Nerlens Noel to the Detroit Piston to clear the way for a Jalen Brunson signing in free agency. After that, he covers listener questions about the NBA free-agency market and dives into an impromptu lookahead for the Pistons. TIMESTAMPS 🔘 INTRO (0:30) 🔘 Knicks-Pistons Trade, Jalen Brunson (1:03) 🔘 PJ Tucker to the Sixers?!?!? (12:10) 🔘 MAILBAG (13:41) —The free-agency wing market —Blazers targets —Rockets targets —Why don't more teams sign declining scale deals? —Best Dejounte Murray trades —Zach LaVine and Bradley Beal —Best Non-Taxpayer MLE candidates —Raptors MLE targets —An optimistic Kings Prediction! —Heat's future trade/cap scenarios 🔘 Detroit Pistons Lookahead, Post-Trade (50:47) JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Free-Agency Lookaheads: Mavericks, Rockets, Grizzlies, Pelicans, Spurs Jun 28, 2022

Dan and Grant dive into a 2022 NBA free-agency and overall offseason lookahead for the Northwest Division. We’re talking biggest needs and questions as well as trade targets and potential signings for the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans and San Antonio Spurs. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Mavericks (2:32) 🔘 Rockets (18:28) 🔘 Grizzlies (30:10) 🔘 Pelicans (43:49) 🔘 Spurs (57:26) JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @gt_hughes TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Free Agency Lookaheads: Celtics, Nets, Knicks, Sixers, Raptors Jun 27, 2022

Dan is joined by Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from The NBA Podcast, Forbes and Bleacher Report to dive into a 2022 NBA free-agency and overall offseason lookahead for the Atlantic Division. We’re talking biggest needs and questions as well as trade targets and potential signings for the Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers and Toronto Raptors. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 INTRO (0:30) 🔘 Boston Celtics (2:30) 🔘 Brooklyn Nets (17:16) 🔘 New York Knicks (34:01) 🔘 Philadelphia 76ers (48:21) 🔘 Toronto Raptors (1:04:47) JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Free Agency Lookaheads: Nuggets, Timberwolves, Thunder, Blazers, Jazz Jun 26, 2022

Dan is joined by Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to dive into a 2022 NBA free-agency and overall offseason lookahead for the Pacific Division. We're talking biggest needs and questions as well as trade targets and potential signings for the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Portland Trail Blazers and Utah Jazz. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (1:51) 🔘 Denver Nuggets (4:01) 🔘 Minnesota Timberwolves (18:34) 🔘 Oklahoma City Thunder (29:53) 🔘 Portland Trail Blazers (39:04) 🔘 Utah Jazz (50:16) JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Free Agency Lookaheads: Warriors, Clippers, Lakers, Suns, Kings Jun 25, 2022

Dan is joined by Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to dive into a 2022 NBA free-agency and overall offseason lookahead for the Pacific Division. We're talking biggest needs and questions as well as trade targets and potential signings for the Golden State Warriors, L.A. Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 INTRO (0:30) 🔘 The setup (2:07) 🔘 Warriors (3:21) 🔘 Clippers (16:36) 🔘 Lakers (26:23) 🔘 Suns (35:39) 🔘 Kings (49:27) JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Draft Fallout: Knicks for Clicks, Pistons, Sixers, Paolo vs. Chet vs. Jabari, John Collins Jun 24, 2022

Adam and Dan break down all the biggest implications from the 2022 NBA Draft, including the New York Knicks trading their way back into oblivion, Paolo Banchero going No. 1, John Collins staying with the Atlanta Hawks, the Detroit Pistons and Oklahoma City Thunder dominating everyone and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 INTRO (1:52) 🔘 ANNOUNCEMENT (4:27) 🔘 Knicks (8:04) 🔘 Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren, Jabari Smith Jr. (22:44) 🔘 KANGZZZZ(?), Keegan Murray, Jaden Ivey (26:40) 🔘 Detroit Pistons (30:40) 🔘 Oklahoma City Thunder (33:39) 🔘 Hornets, Bucks, Dyson Daniels (35:37) 🔘 De'Anthony Melton, Sixers (40:18) 🔘 A.J. Griffin (43:29) 🔘 John Collins, NBA's trade market (44:02) JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jerami Grant Trade Reaction: Impact on Blazers, Pistons, Rest of NBA Jun 23, 2022

Dan breaks down every angle of the Jerami Grant trade for the Detroit Pistons, Portland Trail Blazers and the rest of the NBA. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Trade details (1:53) 🔘 Pistons (2:42) 🔘 Blazers (8:02) 🔘 NBA's trade market (16:16) 🔘 Portland's future (23:37) JOIN OUR DISCORD: t.co/nhOSSpduPT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dissecting Latest 2022 NBA Draft Rumors Jun 22, 2022

The NBA trade rumor mill is ablaze! Scuttlebutt is reaching fever pitch ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft this Thursday, so Hardwood Knocks takes the time to dissect and analyze the latest and greatest news and reports. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Kyrie Irving's future (3:17) 🔘 John Collins (10:41) 🔘 New Orleans Pelicans (15:38) 🔘 Memphis Grizzlies (17:57) 🔘 Golden State Warriors (20:33) 🔘 Jaden Ivey and the Knicks (22:48) 🔘 Sacramento Kings/Trades for the No. 4 pick (27:54) 🔘 Malcolm Brogdon, Wizards, Knicks (30:52) 🔘 Charlotte Hornets/Gordon Hayward trades (34:18) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Warriors! Stephen Curry! Christian Wood Trade! And a MAILBAG! Jun 17, 2022

Dan reacts to the Golden State Warriors winning the 2022 NBA Finals, discusses the legacy of Stephen Curry, delves into the future of the Boston Celtics and breaks down the Christian Wood trade between the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets. After that, it's on to another mailbag! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 The Warriors! (2:06) 🔘 Steph Curry! (9:56) 🔘 Top-10 ranking (22:33) 🔘 Celtics future (24:03) 🔘 Christian Wood trade reaction (31:07) —MAILBAG 🔘 Fave NBA podcasts (42:05) 🔘 The Magic, Markelle Fultz vs. Derrick White (48:15) 🔘 What should Orlando do with the No. 1 pick? (53:14) 🔘 Mo Bamba (56:08) 🔘 Hypothetical Expansion Draft (56:56) 🔘 Players who can make first All-Star team in 2023 (1:00:25) 🔘 Who would you rather have for the next five years: Rudy Gobert or James Harden? (1:05:32) 🔘 How long does it take to develop into an All-Star (1:07:12) 🔘 Targets for Clippers' trade exceptions (1:08:30) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Finals Deep Dive: Will Warriors vs. Celtics Deliver a Game 7? Jun 15, 2022

Dan is joined by Mo Dakhil (@MoDakhil_NBA) from The Athletic, Bleacher Report, JumpBall.Net and the world-famous One MoThing video breakdowns to cover all aspects of the 2022 NBA Finals entering a mission critical Game 6 between the Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 "Entertainment Factor" of this series (3:29) 🔘 Impact of Celtics' turnovers (5:43) 🔘 Bostons late-shot-clock addiction (10:30) 🔘 Rant about end-of-quarter heaves! (14:09) 🔘 Jayson Tatum's two-point shooting (16:59) 🔘 Andrew "Checkbook Win" Wiggins (20:21) 🔘 Draymond Green's play (25:55) 🔘 Celtics defense on Stephen Curry (30:55) 🔘 Should Boston downsize more in Game 6? (33:18) 🔘 One adjustment for each team in Game 6 (37:10) 🔘 X-factor for each team (38:54) 🔘 Will Steph win Finals MVP even if Dubs lose? (41:06) 🔘 How much would a Finals loss impact offseason for BOS/GSW? (43:10) 🔘 The fans! (48:45) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nuggets-Thunder Trade Reaction, Are the Warriors Unfair?, John Collins' Value Jun 15, 2022

Dan offers his thoughts on the MEGA trade between the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder (kidding about mega!), rails against this concept the Golden State Warriors are unfair, scolds people getting mad at ESPN and breaks down the value of John Collins. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:44) 🔘 Nuggets-Thunder trade reaction (2:15) 🔘 John Collins chatter (10:48) 🔘 The Warriors and "checkbook wins" (18:07) 🔘 Faux outrage? (29:04) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: NBA's Best Building Blocks, Fake Trades, Kings, Blazers, Raptors, Knicks, Pistons Jun 10, 2022

MAIL TIME! Dan discusses the latest news and rumors around the NBA, including fresh hires for the Minnesota Timberwolves, updates on the Utah Jazz’s coaching search, Zion Williamson’s future with the New Orleans Pelicans and the FUROR over Draymond Green’s podcast. After that, it’s on to a mailbag that covers everything from NBA free agency and trade candidates to building-block rankings and way-out-there hypotheticals. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Timberwolves hire Dell Demps (2:28) 🔘 Zion Williamson's extension (3:30) 🔘 The Draymond discourse sucks (6:17) 🔘 Who will the Jazz hire to replace Quin Snyder? (11:00) 🔘 NBA expansion! (14:41) 🔘 How often does the team with the best regular season DRTG win a title? (16:43) 🔘 Zach LaVine's free agency (18:46) 🔘 Will the Kings and Blazers trade their draft picks? (21:34) 🔘 Can Scottie Barnes be an All-Star in 2022-23? (28:45) 🔘 Isaiah Hartenstein is underrated (30:23) 🔘 What team would benefit most if it traded for...Klay Thompson? (32:34) 🔘 FAKE TRADE (36:54) 🔘 Knick and Pistons trade idea (39:31) 🔘 Suns and Hawks trade idea (42:43) 🔘 Ranking the top five players you'd want to start your franchise with (45:29) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Future of the Utah Jazz & 2022 NBA Draft Primer, Part 2 Jun 08, 2022

Dan breaks down the significance of Quin Snyder leaving the Utah Jazz, and how it might affect the futures of Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell. After that, Adam Spinella from The Box and One (@TheBoxAndOne_) joins the pod to discuss the 2022 NBA Draft and all the value that awaits teams outside the lottery. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Future of the Utah Jazz (1:37) 🔘 TyTy Washington (21:17) 🔘 Malaki Branham (26:32) 🔘 Jaden Hardy (28:15) 🔘 Bryce McGowens (31:38) 🔘 Draft combine winners (35:14) 🔘 Most fascinating teams outside the top 10 (36:49) 🔘 Late first-round/second-round prospects to watch (39:40) 🔘 Prospects we're higher on relative to consensus (43:48) 🔘 Knicks (47:00) 🔘 Wizards (49:53) 🔘 Pelicans (52:01) 🔘 Spurs (54:07) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Offseason Lookahead: Cleveland Cavaliers Jun 03, 2022

Dan is joined by Justin Rowan (@Cavsanada) from TheChase Down podcast to break down long-term outlook of the Cleveland Cavaliers entering the 2022 NBA offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Reflecting on the Cavs' season (4:13) 🔘 Cleveland's offseason approach (6:06) 🔘 Potential draft fits at No. 14 (8:57) 🔘 Improving the ultra-big lineups (12:44) 🔘 Evan Mobley's offensive development (15:05) 🔘 Collin Sexton's restricted free agency (17:47) 🔘 Can Garland, Sexton and LeVert work? (21:01) 🔘 Biggest roster needs (25:59) 🔘 Free-agent targets (28:16) 🔘 Isaac Okoro's future (39:16) 🔘 Trade targets (42:44) 🔘 Lauri Markkanen/Kevin Love (48:52) 🔘 Expectations for the Cavs next year (53:55) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Utah Jazz & OG Anunoby Rumors, 2022 NBA Finals Lookahead Jun 01, 2022

Dan reacts to the latest news about Quin Snyder potentially leaving the Utah Jazz and OG Anunoby's apparent unhappiness with the Toronto Raptors. After that, Alex Kungu (@Kungu_NBA) hops on to preview the 2022 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ —Intro (0:30) 🔘 Will Quin Snyder leave the Jazz? (1:41) 🔘 OG Anunoby (13:46) —2022 NBA Finals Primer (20:33) 🔘 Boston's late-clock/half-court offense (23:53) 🔘 Jaylen brown (28:18) 🔘 Jayson Tatum (33:49) 🔘 Will Golden State downsize? (37:01) 🔘 Robert Williams III's knee/Boston's two-big lineups (38:49) 🔘 Stephen Cury (42:08) 🔘 Is this a Derrick White series? (45:07) 🔘 Defensive matchups to watch (48:25) 🔘 X-factors (54:55) 🔘 PREDICTIONS (1:03:23) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyrie, KD and Nets Rumors, Plus 2022 NBA Draft Primer (Part 1) May 26, 2022

Dan reacts to the report that the Brooklyn Nets are "outright unwilling" to give Kyrie Irving a long-term deal and also discusses the fall out from recent Deandre Ayton and Zach LaVine rumors. After that, Adam Spinella from The Box And One (TheBoxAndOne_) joins the pod for Part One of our 2022 NBA Draft primer! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ INTRO (0:00) 🔘 Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant, Nets (0:44) 🔘 Zach LaVine (14:03) 🔘 Deandre Ayton (16:55) NBA DRAFT TALK (22:56) 🔘 Paolo Banchero vs. Chet Holmgren vs. Jabari Smith Jr. (25:03) 🔘 Jaden Ivey (36:43) 🔘 Shaedon Sharpe (41:44) 🔘 Keegan Murray, Bennedict Mathurin (45:27) 🔘 A.J. Griffin (47:43) 🔘 Dyson Daniels (52:03) 🔘 Jalen Duren, Mark Williams and investing lottery picks in conventional centers (53:26) SUBSCRIBE TO THE BOX AND ONE: youtube.com/c/AdamSpinella JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Biggest Offseason Questions for Every NBA Lottery Team in the West May 24, 2022

Adam and Dan tackle their biggest questions for every Western Conference lottery team entering the 2022 NBA Offseason. Make sure to check out our pod on the Eastern Conference lotto teams, as well! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Impact of Tim Connelly leaving Nuggets for Timberwolves (1:07) 🔘 Criteria (12:22) 🔘 Houston Rockets (14:11) 🔘 LA Clippers (24:16) 🔘 Los Angeles Lakers (32:12) 🔘 Oklahoma City Thunder (39:58) 🔘 Portland Trail Blazers (46:01) 🔘 Sacramento Kings (53:16) 🔘 San Antonio Spurs (1:01:23) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Biggest Offseason Questions for Grizzlies, Bucks, Sixers and Suns May 20, 2022

Dan is once again joined by Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to tackle the biggest questions facing the Memphis Grizzlies, Milwaukee Bucks, Philadelphia 76ers and Phoenix Suns over the summer. If you haven't checked out our previous installment of the biggest offseason questions facing eliminated 2022 NBA playoff teams, be sure to remedy that immediately. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:30 - Intro 3:58 - Memphis Grizzlies 13:59 - Milwaukee Bucks 23:23 - Philadelphia 76ers 32:55 - Phoenix Suns JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Draft Lottery Fallout May 18, 2022

On the heels of the 2022 NBA draft lottery, Dan breaks down the impact of the official draft order for every team in the top 14. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Orlando Magic (2:10 🔘 Oklahoma City Thunder (7:57) 🔘 Houston Rockets (16:07) 🔘 Sacramento Kings (21:50) 🔘 Detroit Pistons (27:05) 🔘 Indiana Pacers (32:19) 🔘 Portland Trail Blazers (34:37) 🔘 New Orleans Pelicans (38:22) 🔘 San Antonio Spurs (44:56) 🔘 Washington Wizards (47:27) 🔘 New York Knicks (49:25) 🔘 Charlotte Hornets (52:21) 🔘 Cleveland Cavaliers (58:03) 🔘 Heat-Celtics Game 1 (1:03:25) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

And Then There Were Four: Celtics-Heat, Warriors-Mavs Lookaheads May 17, 2022

Dan is joined by Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to break down every aspect of the 2022 NBA conference finals matchups between the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat and the Dallas Mavericks and Golden State Warriors. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:44) 🔘 Warriors vs. Mavs Lookahead (3:20) 🔘 Warriors X-factors (22:05) 🔘 Mavs X-factors (23:49) 🔘 Dubs-Mavs prediction (25:45) 🔘 Heat vs. Celtics Lookahead (29:25) 🔘 Celtics X-factors (40:37) 🔘 Heat X-factors (42:15) 🔘 Heat-Celtics Prediction (43:43) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

State of Bucks vs. Celtics (WTF?!?) May 12, 2022

Dan is joined by Ti Windisch (@TiWindsich) from the Gyro Step Podcast (@GyroStepPod) to discuss all things Boston Celtics vs. Milwaukee Bucks, including Khris Middleton's potential return from injury, Giannis Antetokounmpo figuring out Boston's defense, Jayson Tatum's struggles, Marcus Smart and the catastrophe that was Game 5, what to expect for the rest of this series, and much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Boston's Game 5 collapse (3:56) 🔘 Has Giannis figured out Boston's defense? (5:56) 🔘 Khris Middleton's return??? (9:53) 🔘 Jrue Holiday/The No-Giannis minutes (14:08) 🔘 Celtics lineups (19:04) 🔘 Milwaukee's closing lineup (22:09) 🔘 Lessons learned from Game 5 (24:04) 🔘 The importance of Wesley Matthews (26:48) 🔘 Mike Budenholzer = Evolved?!? (28:23) 🔘 UNLEASH JEVON CARTER (29:54) 🔘 Game 6 X-factors (32:32) 🔘 The Celtics' offensive cadence (34:35) 🔘 Boston wins Game 6 if... (38:03) 🔘 How will the series end? (40:27) 🔘 The NBA MVP discourse (43:05) 🔘 Should the NBA have separate postseason awards? (48:35) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Zach LaVine's Free Agency, Can Jazz Get a Third Star?, Biggest Underachievers/Overachievers May 10, 2022

MAIL TIME. Our latest dive into YOUR questions will cover Duncan Robinson's absence in the Miami Heat-Philadelphia 76ers series; Kyle Lowry's injury; Zach LaVine's best free-agency destinations; Utah Jazz trade targets; the biggest overachievers and underachievers from the regular season; what the Mike Brown hire means for the Sacramento Kings; and much more! TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:44) 🔘 Duncan Robinson time?/Kyle Lowry (1:56) 🔘 Best Zach LaVine landing spots outside of Chicago (7:10) 🔘 Which teams outperformed/underperformed their win projections by the most? (24:13) 🔘 Surprise playoff teams in 2023 (27:48) 🔘 Can the Jazz acquire a third star? (33:08) 🔘 Zion Williamson's ceiling (29:10) 🔘 Could the Lakers really run it back? (41:34) 🔘 Daniel Theis seals (46:19) 🔘 Impact of the Kings hiring Mike Brown (48:13) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Biggest Offseason Questions for Eliminated 2022 NBA Playoff Teams May 06, 2022

Dan is joined by Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) from Spotrac and the NBA Front OfficeShow to discuss their biggest offseason questions for every team eliminated from the 2022 NBA playoffs so far: The Hawks, Nets, Bulls, Nuggets, Timberwolves, Pelicans, Raptors and Jazz. Be sure to check out our episode on the biggest offseason questions facing every Eastern Conference lottery team, as well. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:25) 🔘 Atlanta Hawks (5:38) 🔘 Brooklyn Nets (19:42) 🔘 Chicago Bulls (27:38) 🔘 Denver Nuggets (37:38) 🔘 Minnesota Timberwolves (48:43) 🔘 New Orleans Pelicans (1:01:14) 🔘 Toronto Raptors (1:11:21) 🔘 Utah Jazz (1:19:42) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Bucks-Celtics, Best Rudy Gobert Trades, Hawks Needs, Raptors Future, Pelicans vs. Wolves May 03, 2022

MAIL TIME! This latest dive into YOUR questions covers potential adjustments the Boston Celtics can make against the Milwaukee Bucks; the best Rudy Gobert trade destinations; whether the Utah Jazz should consider moving Donovan Mitchell; what the Atlanta Hawks need to do over the offseason; how close the Toronto Raptors are to championship contention; the immediate outlooks of the New Orleans Pelicans and Minnesota Timberwolves; and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:26) 🔘 Bucks-Celtics (3:21) 🔘 Playoff Wants (16:54) 🔘 Should the Jazz keep Rudy Gobert and trade Donovan Mitchell? (20:41) 🔘 Best Rudy Gobert trade spots (27:31) 🔘 Atlanta Hawks targets (50:51) 🔘 Better chance of making 2023 playoffs: Pelicans or Wolves? (55:12) 🔘 Who's more likely to make the Finals: Heat or Warriors? (59:05) 🔘 The Nets (1:00:39) 🔘 Will the NBA ever shorten the regular season? (1:02:46) 🔘 How close are the Raptors to title contention? (1:06:11) 🔘 Do rebounds per game matter? (1:07:57) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves is Epically Hallucinogenic Apr 28, 2022

Dan is joined by Keith Parish from the Fastbreak Breakfast (@fastbreakbreak) and Grits and Grinds (@grizzliespod) to discuss everything and anything about the epically hallucinogenic 2022 NBA playoffs battle between the Memphis Grizzlies and Minnesota Timberwolves. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 General impressions of Grizz-Wolves so far (3:23) 🔘 The Ja Morant experience (6:54) 🔘 Memphis' rotation/Xavier Tillman (12:54) 🔘 Karl-Anthony Towns (19:51) 🔘 Jaren Jackson Jr. (25:27) 🔘 Desmond Bane (32:55) 🔘 Brandon Clarke (35:25) 🔘 Have the Wolves been the better team? (37:46) 🔘 What to watch for in Game 6/potential Game 7 (43:26) 🔘 X-factors for each team the rest of this series (51:08) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Biggest Questions for Every NBA Lottery Team in the East Apr 26, 2022

Adam and Dan tackle their biggest questions for every NBA lottery team in the Eastern Conference entering the 2022 offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:38) 🔘 Cleveland Cavaliers (3:23) 🔘 Charlotte Hornets (10:53) 🔘 New York Knicks (20:57) 🔘 Washington Wizards (30:23) 🔘 Indiana Pacers (38:40) 🔘 Detroit Pistons (45:34) 🔘 Orlando Magic (54:03) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Khris Middleton Injury Fallout, Bucks-Bulls, Celtics-Nets, Pelicans-Suns, Poole, Maxey, Brunson Apr 22, 2022

Dan and Adam discuss the impact of Khris Middleton's injury on the Milwaukee Bucks in their series with the Chicago Bulls and beyond. After that, we have deep dives on the Boston Celtics-Brooklyn Nets matchup and Phoenix Suns-New Orleans Pelicans series, replete with more Devin Booker injury talk. From there, we show some love for Jordan Poole, Tyrese Maxey and Jalen Brunson and their 2022 NBA playoff breakouts. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:50) 🔘 Impact of Khris Middleton injury ( 🔘 Celtics-Nets Outlook (16:25) 🔘 Devin Booker injury, Suns-Pelicans Outlook (34:19) 🔘 Jordan Poole, Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Maxey (48:22) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Devin Booker Injury, Gobert/Jokic Discourse, Hornets Needs, Ben Simmons' Return, Bucks, Pelicans Apr 20, 2022

MAIL TIME. Our latest trip down You Asked, We Answered Lane has us covering Devin Booker's hamstring injury; the New Orleans Pelicans' future with Zion Williamson; Giannis Antetokounmpo's legacy; the discourse surrounding Nikola Jokic and Rudy Gobert; the Charlotte Hornets' future; the Oklahoma City Thunder's rebuild; playoff teams under the most pressure this offseason; and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Devin Booker injury/Suns-Pelicans (3:13) 🔘 Future of the Pelicans (12:58) 🔘 The Thunder's Endgame (20:21) 🔘 Front offices under most pressure In the playoffs (26:59) 🔘 Which lottery teams will be the best next season? (31:41) 🔘 Favorite announcers/broadcast teams (36:10) 🔘 How should the Nets integrate Ben Simmons if he debuts vs. Celtics? (37:39) 🔘 The Awards, Nikola Jokic and Rudy Gobert discourse (43:22) 🔘 Rudy Gobert vs. Marcus Smart (52:14) 🔘 How should the Hornets use their first-rounders? (1:00:23) 🔘 The Kings (1:10:07) 🔘 Luka Doncic (1:14:23) 🔘 Most accurate three-point shooters ever (1:16:29) 🔘 Giannis' all-time ceiling if the bucks win again (1:18:45) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Playoffs Deep Dive: Heat-Hawks, Suns-Pelicans Apr 16, 2022

Adam and Dan wrap up our 2022 NBA playoffs primer with a deep dive into the first-round matchups between the Miami Heat and Atlanta Hawks as well as Phoenix Suns and New Orleans Pelicans. If you haven't checked out Part 1 (Bucks-Bulls, Grizzlies-Wolves, Mavs-Jazz) or Part 2 (Celtics-Nets, Warriors-Nuggets, Raptors-Sixers) of our NBA playoffs deep dives be sure to do that ASAP! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 (0:30) 🔘 Heat-Hawks (3:17) 🔘 Suns-Pelicans (20:42) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Playoffs Deep Dives: Celtics-Nets, Warriors-Nuggets, Sixers-Raptors Apr 15, 2022

Dan is joined by The NBA Podcast‘s Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) for Part 2 of our three-part deep dive into the 2022 NBA playoffs. Next up: Awesomely thorough dissections of the Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets, Golden State Warriors vs. Denver Nuggets and Philadelphia 76ers vs. Toronto Raptors. Be sure to check out Part 1, where we covered Bucks-Bulls, Grizzlies-Wolves and Mavs-Jazz. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Celtics-Nets (3:15) 🔘 Warriors-Nuggets (23:15) 🔘 Sixers-Raptors (48:54) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Playoffs Deep Dives: Bucks-Bulls, Grizzlies-Wolves, Mavs-Jazz Apr 14, 2022

Dan is joined by The NBA Podcast's Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) for part one of a three-part deep dive into the 2022 NBA playoffs. In this episode, they analyze the Milwaukee Bucks vs. Chicago Bulls, Memphis Grizzlies vs. Minnesota Timberwolves and Dallas Mavericks vs. Utah Jazz from every imaginable angle. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Bucks-Bulls (3:49) 🔘 Grizzlies-Wolves (22:54) 🔘 Mavs-Jazz (45:03) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/INSTAGRAM: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER: @HardwoodKnocks INSTAGRAM: @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: All-Defense, All-Rookie, Biggest Surprises/Disappointments, Finding the Next Ja Morant Apr 11, 2022

MAIL TIME. Adam and Dan start things off by tackling their official 2021-22 NBA All-Defense and All-Rookie selections. After that, they dive into a mailbag that covers this year's biggest surprises and disappointments, the search for the next Ja Morant-type leap, the Philadelphia 76ers vs. Toronto Raptors playoff series, how to better evaluate player legacies, prospective head coaching candidates for the Los Angeles Lakers, and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 All-Rookie (3:14) 🔘 All-Defense (11:10) 🔘 Biggest disappointments from the season (18:23) 🔘 Biggest surprises from this season (27:36) 🔘 Is Anthony Davis still a top-10 player? (33:07) 🔘 Doc Rivers/Lakers (37:29) 🔘 Coach of the Year curse(?) (38:32) 🔘 Who will make the next Ja Morant-type leap? (40:12) 🔘 How stats evolve year-to-year (47:14) 🔘 Nikola Jokic's defense (50:29) 🔘 How can we improve the dialogue on NBA legacies? (53:18) 🔘 Can the Hawks make a surprise playoff push? (59:40) 🔘 Thoughts on Raptors-Sixers (1:00:40) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Offseason Primer: Lakers, Knicks, Pelicans, Jazz, Grizzlies with Jake Fischer Apr 07, 2022

We interrupt your foaming at the mouth over the 2022 NBA playoffs for a little 2022 NBA Offseason talk. Jake Fischer (@JakeLFischer) from Bleacher Report and the Please Don't Aggregate This podcast joins Dan to discuss some of the most intriguing storylines we'll be following into the summer and free agency. They cover the future of the Utah Jazz, New Orleans Pelicans, Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks, as well as the impact this year's cap landscape will have on the trade market. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Los Angeles Lakers (3:55) —Frank Vogel's future —Potential coaching candidates —Russell Westbrook's future —LeBron James/Anthony Davis 🔘 Utah Jazz (11:40) —Quin Snyder's future/contract situation —Rudy Gobert/Donovan Mitchell —How nuclear could Utah go over the offseason? 🔘 New Orleans Pelicans (18:37) —Zion Williamson's extension —Will the Pelicans be aggressive on the trade market this summer? 🔘 New York Knicks (24:09) —Tom Thibodeau's future —Julius Randle's future —Would the Knicks consider rebuilding? —Will RJ Barrett sign an extension? 🔘 Offseason Notes (28:49) —Keep your eyes on the Memphis Grizzlies —Will there be a lot of trades over the summer? JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 All-NBA Teams Apr 05, 2022

Awards season is rolling onward at Hardwood Knocks, and the 2021-22 All-NBA teams are next up on the docket. Adam and Dan break down their 15 picks across the All-NBA First, Second and Third teams while also dissecting their biggest hangups, including whether to include LeBron James and Pascal Siakam; where to put Devin Booker and Stephen Curry; how to treat Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic; and much more. And to answer your question: Yes, we thoroughly hated ourselves before, during and after this entire process. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 First Team (3:31) 🔘 Second Team (15:20) 🔘 Third Team (46:41) 🔘 Honorable Mentions (57:47) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 NBA Awards Ballots Apr 01, 2022

It's NBA awards season, and Hardwood Knocks have the goods. Adam and Dan get together to deliver their official ballots for MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved Player, Sixth Man of the Year, Coach of the Year and Executive of the Year. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:38) 🔘 Executive of the Year (2:58) 🔘 Coach of the Year (8:50) 🔘 Sixth Man of the Year (16:26) 🔘 Most Improved Player (22:12) 🔘 Rookie of the Year (33:37) 🔘 Defensive Player of the Year (40:11) 🔘 MVP (56:09) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

'WHO YA GOT?!?': 2021-22 NBA Season Edition Mar 29, 2022

Tyler Herro or Jordan Poole? Tyrese Maxey or Tyrese Haliburton? Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley or Scottie Barnes? Denver Nuggets or LA Clippers Adam and Dan tackle these NBA 'WHO YA GOT?!?' scenarios—and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘Intro (0:52) 🔘Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Tyrese Haliburton (2:41) 🔘Tyrese Haliburton vs. Tyrese Maxey (7:34) 🔘Scottie Barnes vs. Franz Wagner (10:33) 🔘Deni Avdija vs. Franz Wagner (12:34) 🔘Scottie Barnes vs. Cade Cunningham vs. Evan Mobley (14:43) 🔘Brooklyn Nets vs. LA Clippers (22:17) 🔘Denver Nuggets vs. LA Clippers (26:07) 🔘RJ Barrett vs. Michael Porter Jr. (27:48) 🔘Postseason Deandre Ayton vs. Postseason Rudy Gobert (30:03) 🔘Deandre Ayton vs. Jaren Jackson Jr. (31:17) 🔘John Collins vs. Jaren Jackson Jr. (32:29) 🔘Ja Morant vs. Trae Young (37:07) 🔘Herb Jones vs. Matisse Thybulle (44:25) 🔘LaMelo Ball vs. Anthony Edwards (46:44) 🔘Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks vs. Memphis Grizzlies (50:46) 🔘Portland Trail Blazers vs. San Antonio Spurs (56:13) 🔘Tyler Herro vs. Jordan Poole (58:59) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every NBA Team’s Most Underrated Player: Western Conference Mar 24, 2022

Let’s keep pouring ones out for the NBA’s most under-appreciated players this season. Bleacher Report’s Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) is back to rap with Dan about their most underrated player RIGHT NOW for every Western Conference team. You can check out the Eastern Conference version of this pod here: bit.ly/hwkx566. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Dallas Mavericks (3:10) 🔘 Denver Nuggets (7:25) 🔘 Golden State Warriors (12:19) 🔘 Houston Rockets (22:19) 🔘 LA Clippers (28:50) 🔘 Los Angeles Lakers (35:05) 🔘 Memphis Grizzlies (39:25) 🔘 Minnesota Timberwolves (47:28) 🔘 New Orleans Pelicans (51:08) 🔘 Oklahoma City Thunder (58:31) 🔘 Phoenix Suns (1:02:46) 🔘 Portland Trail Blazers (1:07:40) 🔘 Sacramento Kings (1:12:58) 🔘 San Antonio Spurs (1:17:27) 🔘 Utah Jazz (1:20:10) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every NBA Team's Most Underrated Player: Eastern Conference Mar 21, 2022

Let’s pour one out for the NBA’s most under-appreciated players this season, shall we? Dan is joined by Bleacher Report’s Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to go through their most underrated player RIGHT NOW for each team in the Eastern Conference. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Atlanta Hawks (3:22) 🔘 Boston Celtics (7:44) 🔘 Brooklyn Nets (11:50) 🔘 Charlotte Hornets (16:17) 🔘 Chicago Bulls (22:11) 🔘 Cleveland Cavaliers (25:57) 🔘 Detroit Pistons (30:04) 🔘 Indiana Pacers (33:54) 🔘 Miami Heat (36:42) 🔘 Milwaukee Bucks (40:56) 🔘 New York Knicks (45:36) 🔘 Orlando Magic (51:40) 🔘 Philadelphia 76ers (57:57) 🔘 Toronto Raptors (1:03:07) 🔘 Washington Wizards (1:08:03) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Stretch Run Intrigue: Pelicans (Zion/CJ/Ingram), Lakers, Spurs, Mavs, Celtics, Knicks Mar 17, 2022

Dan is joined by Jason Maples (@JJMaples55_MST) from the Temple of Hoop podcast to discuss teams that intrigue us ahead of the 2022 NBA playoffs—for both better and worse. We dive deep into the New Orleans Pelicans' performance with CJ McCollum, Brandon Ingram's growth and Zion Williamson's future. After that, it's on to the sad-sack Los Angeles Lakers, and what to expect from them moving forward. From there, we cannonball into thoughts on the ascendant Boston Celtics, surging Dallas Mavericks, suddenly plucky New York Knicks, and the youth movement being authored by the San Antonio Spurs. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Pelicans (2:36) —CJ McCollum's fit so far (4:22) —Brandon Ingram's playmaking leap (8:38) —Zion Williams (9:48) —New Orleans' defense (15:44) —Jose Alvarado (17:40) —Larry Nance Jr./Trey Murphy III (18:27) 🔘 Lakers (20:44) —Can this season be salvaged? (21:01) —The complicated Blame Game in LA (22:53) —How should Lakers approach the offseason? (25:09) 🔘 Mavericks (29:31) 🔘 Celtics/Eastern Conference (30:45) 🔘 MORE MAVS (32:40) 🔘 Spurs (33:46) 🔘 Knicks (36:11) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @hardwood_knocks TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: AD trades, Is Tyler Herro a Max player? Gobert vs. Bam, Rookie of the Year Mar 14, 2022

MAIL TIME. Our latest dive into listener questions covers Scottie Barnes' Rookie of the Year candidacy; Bam Adebayo's Defensive Player of the Year stock; Tyler Herro's value, potential suitors for an Anthony Davis trade this summer; the Utah Jazz's future if they lose in the NBA playoffs; a list of the most versatile point-of-attack defenders; this season's most clutch scorers; and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Can Bam Adebayo win Defensive Player of the Year? Is he better than Rudy Gobert? (2:34) 🔘 Most versatile point-of-attack defenders (8:26) 🔘 What could the Lakers get in an Anthony Davis trade this summer? (13:10) 🔘 What happens to the Jazz if they get bounced in the first or second round again? (19:34) 🔘 How should the Warriors continue integrating Moses Moody into the rotation? (22:06) 🔘 Reasonable expectations for James Wiseman (25:33) 🔘 How should the NBA officiate the "take foul" next season? (29:58) 🔘 Why was Terrell Owens at Kings-Jazz? (33:43) 🔘 Does any fanbase have a legitimate claim to media bias against their team? (34:37) 🔘 Does the Cavaliers' late-season slide impact their future at all? (37:26) 🔘 Is Mitchell Robinson a good fit for the Hornets? (39:13) 🔘 Can De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis be the nucleus for the next great Kings team? (42:45) 🔘 Is Tyler Herro worth a max extension? (48:35) 🔘 Best/Most efficient crunch-time scorers (54:43) 🔘 Can Scottie Barnes win Rookie of the Year? (58:54) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ranking Futures of the NBA's Rebuilding Teams Mar 11, 2022

LET'S RANK, BABY! Dan is joined by Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) from ClutchPoints to rank the futures of the NBA's rebuilding squads. Though the concept of "rebuilding" is certainly up for debate, we settled on eight overall inclusions: The Detroit Pistons, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers, Oklahoma City Thunder, Orlando Magic, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings and San Antonio Spurs. ONTO THE RANKINGS! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Criteria (5:32) 🔘 8️⃣ (7:43) 🔘 7️⃣ (17:23) 🔘 6️⃣ (25:58) 🔘 5️⃣ (35:48) 🔘 4️⃣ (42:55) 🔘 3️⃣ (49:02) 🔘 2️⃣ (1:01:13) 🔘 1️⃣ (1:11:30) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Lakers' Future, Celtics' Title Stock, Russell Westbrook, Scoring Title, MVP Criteria, Pacers, Herb Jones Mar 08, 2022

MAIL TIME. Hardwood Knocks' latest trip down YOU ASKED, WE ANSWERED LANE covers LeBron James' push for the scoring title; the Los Angeles Lakers' future and Russell Westbrook's trade stock; the Boston Celtics' surge up the standings; teams that could make moves over the offseason; the best performances from MVP candidates; the impact of team success on the MVP race; the Indiana Pacers' poor crunch-time play; Herb Jones' defense; a hypothetical, three-point-shooting-only lineup; and MUCH more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Which team will make the most/biggest changes over the offseason? (3:17) 🔘 Future of the Lakers and Russell Westbrook (9:02) 🔘 Do the Cavs need to sign a center after Jarrett Allen's injury? (15:45) 🔘 Are the Celtics legitimate threats to come out of the East? (18:16) 🔘 Career trajectories for top-five picks from the 2021 draft (26:49) 🔘 Favorite secondary creators (32:43) 🔘 Will defense-and-dunk guards like Bruce Brown and Gary Payton II become a growing trend? (37:19) 🔘 Which MVP candidate has the best marquee performance of the year? (43:41) 🔘 How much should team success/supporting casts impact the MVP race? (47:56) 🔘 Building an offensive lineup and defensive lineup for a game in which you can ONLY SHOOT THREES (53:00) 🔘 Are the Pacers historically bad in close games? (58:02) 🔘 HERB JONES <3 (1:00:36) 🔘 Dunks vs. Slams (1:02:35) 🔘 Who are the most average players in the league? (1:04:23) 🔘 What are the chances LeBron will win the scoring title? (1:08:07) 🔘 Is LeBron having an underrated season? (1:11:05) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The East is GLORIOUSLY Absurd: Raptors, Sixers, Heat, Bucks, Bulls, Nets, Cavs, Celtics Mar 04, 2022

Imman Adan (@Imman_Adan) from the Dishes & Dimes podcast (@dishesdimespod) choppers in to help Hardwood Knocks try making sense of the wild, wacky, gloriously unpredictable Eastern Conference postseason race. She guides Dan through an in-depth tour of the Toronto Raptors' 2022 NBA playoff stock and then cannonballs into extensive thoughts on the Miami Heat, Philadelphia 76ers, Milwaukee Bucks, Chicago Bulls, Brooklyn Nets, Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Imman listening to pods/watching reality TV on WARP FUCKING SPEED (2:30) 🔘 State of the Raptors (7:17) —Is Pascal Siakam still underrated? (12:13) —Fred VanVleet's expanded offensive portfolio (21:00) —Scottie Barnes' development (25:16) —Thad Young's fit/Toronto's depth (30:50) —What are the Raptors missing? (35:38) —Is Toronto a sleeping giant in East THIS season? (40:05) 🔘 Bigger threat to come out of the East: Heat or Sixers? (42:43) 🔘 Are the Bucks vulnerable? (52:11) 🔘 Should we write off the Nets? (56:52) 🔘 Are the Bulls legitimate contenders? (59:28) 🔘 Ranking these teams: Boston, Cleveland and Toronto (1:03:14) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Harden-Embiid Fit, Best Rookies, Blazers, Cavs, MVP Teammates, Wiggins vs. Randle Mar 01, 2022

MAIL TIME. Your latest batch of questions has Hardwood Knocks talking about the supporting casts of the top MVP candidates; the future of the Cleveland Cavaliers; a Julius Randle vs. Andrew Wiggins hypothetical; the onset success of the James Harden-Joel Embiid pairing; historically tight NBA playoff races, the Portland Trail Blazers' outlook; Robert Williams III's finishing; the value of Russell Westbrook triple-doubles; and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Historically close NBA playoff races (3:12) 🔘 Early impressions of the James Harden-Joel Embiid fit (9:20) 🔘 Worst non-star trades (15:15) 🔘 Favorite/Least favorite players to watch (21:25) 🔘 Andrew Wiggins vs. Julius Randle (24:40) 🔘 Should the Blazers really be interested in Jerami Grant? (27:49) 🔘 Are this year's Cavs last year's Knicks? (32:06) 🔘 Should NBA adopt Elam ending full-time? (37:28) 🔘 Who wins a playoff series first: Pacers, Magic, Rockets or Pistons? (40:40) 🔘 Highest PERs/VORPs for rookies on playoff teams? (43:31) 🔘 Are Russell Westbrook's triple-doubles actually valuable? (45:49) 🔘 Robert Williams III's finishing at the rim (49:20) 🔘 Usage rates (50:15) 🔘 Do some people still dislike stats? (52:46) 🔘 Which MVP candidate has the worst supporting cast this season? (54:29) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: CP3 Injury, LeBron + Bronny, Trae, Zion, LaMelo, Cavs Future, Josh Giddey Feb 22, 2022

MAIL TIME. This latest batch of listener questions has us discussing the impact of Chris Paul's injury on the Phoenix Suns; Josh Giddey's rise with the Oklahoma City Thunder; the future of the Cleveland Cavaliers; All-Defense candidacies for Evan Mobley and Dejounte Murray; Zion Williamson; LaMelo Ball; the Charlotte Hornets' trajectory; LeBron James and Bronny James; potential fixes and additions to NBA All-Star Weekend; and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 ADDEDNDUM (0:19) 🔘 Intro (1:19) 🔘 Dunk Contest suggestions (5:46) 🔘 Additions to Skills Challenge/Alternative ASW events (11:52) 🔘 Who ya got for the next three years: Cavs or Hornets? (21:54) 🔘 The most memorable basketball games we've attended (25:09) 🔘 Will a rookie make an All-Defense team this season? (29:28) 🔘 LaMelo Ball's future (35:19) 🔘 Impact of Chris Paul's injury on the Suns (42:55) 🔘 Is the NBA trending towards more parity? Is roster construction now more important than star power? / Depth vs. Star Power (48:58) 🔘 Which team has the best No. 3 option? (51:48) 🔘 Who are the NBA's best head coaches? (56:53) 🔘 Ben Simmons/Brooklyn (59:03) 🔘 How will the NBA game continue to evolve from here? Will it be scheme- or talent-based? (1:01:28) 🔘 Would an NBA team draft Bronny No.1 in 2024 just to sign LeBron? (1:06:50) 🔘 Trae Young's defense (1:15:34) 🔘 Will Dejounte Murray make All-Defense? (1:19:11) 🔘 Which team would LOVE their first-round playoff matchup if the season ended today? (1:21:12) 🔘 Does Josh Giddey have a ROY case? / How does Giddey compare to Year 1 LaMelo? (1:23:10) 🔘 Is Bucks vs. Suns the most likely 2022 Finals matchup? (1:26:05) 🔘 Rockets (1:27:33) 🔘 Zion Williamson's future (1:27:59) 🔘 Players most likely to match DeMar DeRozan's current scoring streak (1:29:46) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WNBA Free-Agency Fallout + Biggest Post-NBA-All-Star Questions in the West Feb 18, 2022

Hardwood Knocks is joined by SB Nation's Sabreena Merchant (@sabreenajm) for a very special episode in which she guides Dan through all the major fallout from 2022 WNBA free agency before tackling some of the biggest questions we have about the Western Conference following the 2022 NBA All-Star break. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🗣WNBA FREE-AGENCY FALLOUT 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 Sabreena's new role at SB Nation! (6:14) 🔘 The WNBA's increase in player movement (8:32) 🔘 Phoenix Mercury/Tina Charles (9:26) 🔘 Impact of Vanessa Nygaard taking over Phoenix's coaching reins (13:52) 🔘 Seattle Storm/Breanna Stewart (16:58) 🔘 Chicago Sky, Courtney Vandersloot, Allie Quigley (19:48) 🔘 WNBA players overseas/playing year-round (26:37) 🔘 Los Angeles Sparks, Liz Cambage, Jordin Canada, Chennedy Carter, Katie Lou Samuelson (28:15) 🔘 Connecticut Sun/Las Vegas Aces (34:11) 🔘 Becky Hammon's impact on Las Vegas (37:01) 🔘 Who's the best MVP bet? (40:18) 🔘 Which new coach will have the biggest impact (43:07) 🔘 Biggest WNBA offseason winner (44:42) 🔘 Most underrated offseason (45:19) 🔘 Which offense will be most exciting to watch? (48:01) 🔘 Which team takes the biggest step back/forward (49:01) 🗣POST-NBA-ALL-STAR-BREAK QUESTIONS FOR THE WEST 🔘 Utah Jazz (53:32) 🔘 Dallas Mavericks (56:47) 🔘 Zion Williamson/Pelicans (1:00:21) 🔘 West Play-In Predictions + LA Clippers/Ty Lue (1:01:59) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Dark Horse Contenders, Knicks, Jazz, Hornets, Pacers, Raptors, Future Projections Feb 15, 2022

MAIL TIME. Our FANTABULOUS listeners asked a bunch of great questions that covered dark horse title contenders, future projections for rebuilding teams, Tyrese Haliburton's ceiling, the New York Knicks, Montrezl Harrell's fit with the Charlotte Hornets, Rudy Gobert, the Utah Jazz, Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets, how people vote on year-end NBA awards, the San Antonio Spurs, Cameron Thomas and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 ANOTHER RANT (3:22) 🔘 Re-acquiring players/Gary Harris (8:31) 🔘 Which NBA teams could have a Bengals-like run to the Finals? (11:11) 🔘 Who should have better title odds in *2022-23*: Nuggets or Clippers? (15:46) 🔘 Who will have the better record in *2022-23*: Portland, Indiana or Sacramento? (24:12) 🔘 How many tanking teams are viable per season? (31:46) 🔘 Impressions of the Jazz's trade deadline/Nickeil Alexander-Walker's fit (36:58) 🔘 Rudy Gobert (46:17) 🔘 Why aren't we talking about Cam Thomas more? (54:38) 🔘 How much time goes into following/covering the entire NBA? (59:30) 🔘 Montrezl Harrell's early impact on the Hornets/Lineup ideas (1:09:33) 🔘 WHAT HAPPENED TO GOGGLES? (1:14:47) 🔘 Who on the Spurs benefits the most from Derrick White's exit? (1:15:51) 🔘 Has Aleksej Pokusevski arrived? (1:18:55) 🔘 Are the Spurs still play-in candidates? And is that bad? (1:22:30) 🔘 How much is Thibs to blame for the Knicks' season? (1:26:23) 🔘 Is athleticism overvalued? (1:36:30) 🔘 Can Tyrese Haliburton be a legitimate cornerstone star? (1:40:19) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Trade Deadline Fallout Feb 11, 2022

GOOD. FRIGGIN'. LORD. What an NBA trade deadline we just enjoyed. It was chaotic and filled with marquee moves. And in the aftermath of it all, Adam and Dan team up to tackle the most notable fallout, from James Harden and Ben Simmons swapping teams, to the San Antonio Spurs rebuilding, to the Boston Celtics both buying and selling, to the Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks doing nothing, and so much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:30) 🔘 James Harden-to-Sixers/Ben Simmons-to-Nets (4:08) 🔘 Should NBA be concerned about trade demands? (14:49) 🔘 Mavericks/Wizards (23:57) 🔘 Celtics (39:49) 🔘 Spurs (49:18) 🔘 Raptors (53:59) 🔘 Suns (1:04:04) 🔘 Pistons (1:13:04) 🔘 Kings (1:17:24) 🔘 Clippers (1:18:59) 🔘 Bucks (1:19:50) 🔘 Surplus of deadline winners? (1:21:33) 🔘 Hornets (1:23:00) 🔘 Lakers (1:24:21) 🔘 Jerami Grant (1:25:27) 🔘 Which teams didn't do enough? (1:26:17) 🔘 CLOSING RANT (1:27:58) FYI: If you're looking for analysis on the Domantas Sabonis-Tyrese Haliburton and CJ McCollum trades, as well as general thoughts on the Indiana Pacers, Sacramento Kings, Portland Trail Blazers and New Orleans Pelicans, you can check out that episode here ⬇️ Apple: apple.co/3HGIGcZ Spotify: spoti.fi/3GJWyCc JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA TRADE-DEADLINE MAILBAG: Sabonis-for-Haliburton, McCollum-to-Pelicans, Blazers, Suns, Bucks, Thunder Feb 09, 2022

Let's trade deadline, everybody! Hardwood Knocks breaks down the two blockbusters the NBA gave us on Tuesday between the New Orleans Pelicans and Portland Trail Blazers and then the Sacramento Kings and Indiana Pacers. After that, it's time to dig into a mailbag filled with all your last-minute trade-deadline questions! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:00) 🔘 Blazers-Pelicans Trade (3:28) 👉👉Impact on the Pelicans/CJ McCollum's fit in New Orleans (4:47) 👉👉Impact on the Blazers/The future in Portland (17:54) 🔘 Kings-Pacers Trade (27:47) 👉👉Impact on the Kings/Domantas Sabonis' fit in Sacramento (28:12) 👉👉Ranking Kings' most recent blunders (37:20) 👉👉Should Sacramento keep Harrison Barnes? (42:53) 👉👉Impact on the Pacers/Indiana's direction/Tyrese Haliburton's fit (46:10) 👉👉Will the Pacers reroute Buddy Hield? (49:28) 🔘 Julius Randle (54:37) 🔘 Which team SHOULDN'T trade for Kenrich Williams? (56:48) 🔘 What can Utah do at the deadline? (58:20) 🔘 Will the Thunder take on any money? (1:05:17) 🔘 Should OKC look for upgrades at the deadline? (1:09:05) 🔘 Sellers who could become 11th-hour buyers (1:11:22) 🔘 Higher trade value this offseason: Anthony Davis or Bradley Beal? (1:12:51) 🔘 What's wrong with the Lakers? (1:15:05) 🔘 What's the greatest inefficiency on the trade market? (1:19:21) 🔘 Do the Suns have any weaknesses? (1:23:40) 🔘 Which team will be most active at the deadline? (1:30:08) 🔘 A BUCKS TRADE IDEA (1:31:37) 🔘 Which teams are historically most active at the deadline? (1:40:05) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FAKE NBA TRADES GALORE (Plus: LeVert/Powell Trades, Harden to Sixers) Feb 06, 2022

Who ordered another piping-hot batch of 2022 NBA trade deadline ideas, with extra-special, thrice-as-spicy sauce? Dan is joined by Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) of The NBA Podcast (@TheNBAPod) for a rousing game of "Who Says No?!?" They first tackle 12-plus trades of Dan's own design before digging into a mailbag filled with hypothetical deals from YOU, OUR FINE AF LISTENERS! First, however, Hardwood Knocks reacts to the Indiana Pacers trading Caris LeVert to the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Portland Trail Blazers trading Norman Powell to the LA Clippers, and the latest James Harden-to-the-Philadelphia 76ers rumors. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:00) 🔘 Caris LeVert trade reaction: Impact on Cavs and Pacers (0:50) 🔘 Norman Powell trade reaction: Portland's direction, the Clippers' aggression (20:50) 🔘 What to make of James Harden-for-Ben Simmons rumors (30:49) 💡💡💡FAKE TRADES GALORE💡💡💡 🔘 Hawks-Spurs (50:56) 🔘 Mavs-Thunder/Mavs-Magic (56:07) 🔘 Grizzlies-Pacers (1:00:13) 🔘 Lakers-Knicks (1:05:37) 🔘 Lakers-Rockets (1:14:25) 🔘 Jazz-Rockets (1:20:49) 🔘 Bulls-Celtics (1:24:13) 🔘 Bulls-Clippers (1:27:55) 🔘 PHOENIX SUNS TWO-TRANSACTION, FOUR-TEAM EXTRAVAGANZA - AKA DAN'S MAGNUM OPUS (1:31:29) 🔘 Raptors-Wizards (1:39:58) 💡💡💡Who Says No?!? - Listeners Propose Trades💡💡💡 🔘 Bulls-Pacers (1:42:45) 🔘 Hornets-Bulls-Clippers (1:43:51) 🔘 Clippers-Raptors (1:45:35) 🔘 Hornets-Heat/Rockets-Heat (1:47:24) 🔘 Celtics-Mavs (1:49:53) 🔘 Nets-Hornets (1:51:54) 🔘 Spurs-Bulls (1:53:59) 🔘 Bucks-Pacers (1:56:02) 🔘 Bucks-Blazers (1:57:15) 🔘 Nuggets-Blazers-Thunder (1:59:34) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10 Burning Questions Ahead of 2022 NBA Trade Deadline Feb 04, 2022

Because there's not enough 2022 NBA trade deadline content, Hardwood Knocks decided to drop some, well, 2022 NBA trade deadline content. Chopper in as Adam and Dan deliver 10 burning questions they have ahead of Wednesday, February 10, 3 p.m. EST. There is only one rule, for those who care: We will not be asking about Ben Simmons—at least not directly. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:31) 🔘 Should the Atlanta Hawks make a splash? (5:11) 🔘 WILL MASAI UJIRI MAKE DAN FAVALE'S LIFE AND ACT LIKE A SEMI-AGGRESSIVE BUYER FOR THE TORONTO RAPTORS? (15:56) 🔘 Will the Chicago Bulls go all-in? (24:48) 🔘 Are the Pelicans actually buyers? What does that look like? (30:22) 🔘 What are the chance of the Warriors doing, um, anything? (36:27) 🔘 Will the Grizzlies consider noticeably upgrading the roster? (46:22) 🔘 How many more picks will the Thunder trade for at the deadline? (54:43) 🔘 Can the Jazz finagle a significant acquisition? (56:50) 🔘 Which of these teams are most likely to become sellers: Kings, Blazers, Wizards and Celtics? (1:00:28) 🔘 Which top title contender will make the biggest move? (1:05:02) 🔘 BONUS: Who will be the best player traded? (1:09:52) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Cavs, Eric Gordon, NBA Playoff Predictions, Jokic, Jazz's Future, Buyout Candidates Feb 01, 2022

MAIL TIME. Hardwood Knocks sifts through questions from our caps-lock AWESOME listeners that have us covering Joe Ingles' injury and its impact on the Utah Jazz; what the Cleveland Cavaliers should do at the 2022 NBA trade deadline; Eric Gordon's market value; the Denver Nuggets' ceiling without Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr.; Nikola Jokic's MVP case; the San Antonio Spurs' future; hypothetical roster-building scenarios; out-of-left-field sellers; post-trade-deadline buyout candidates; an attempt to find the next 2021-22 Memphis Grizzlies and 2020-21 Atlanta Hawks; and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:31) 🔘 Wolves (3:01) 🔘 Andrew Wiggins (4:41) 🔘 Most likely Cleveland Cavaliers trade acquisition (8:50) 🔘 Best Eric Gordon destinations (12:20) 🔘 DIABOLICAL Question No. 1(15:02) 🔘 Top-five buyout candidates and best landing spots (22:41) 🔘 Thought experiment...that involves player clones (26:25) 🔘 Finding the next version of the 2021-22 Memphis Grizzlies (36:24) 🔘 Impact of Joe Ingles injury/Are the Jazz stuck? (45:54) 🔘 Predicting playoff and play-in teams for both the East and West (56:52) 🔘 Which fanbases are the hardest on their teams? (1:02:12) 🔘 Is Nikola Jokic ACTUALLY being overlooked in MVP conversations? (1:07:54) 🔘 Best big men of all time (1:16:24) 🔘 What's the Nuggets' ceiling if Jamal Murray doesn't return? (1:18:42) 🔘 Dejounte Murray/How should the Spurs approach the trade deadline? (1:22:37) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Trade Deadline Buy, Sell or Hold: Eastern Conference Jan 28, 2022

Dan is joined by Hardwood Knocks' GREAT friend, Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes), to play a game of 'BUY, SELL OR HOLD AT THE 2022 NBA TRADE DEADLINE?' for every team in the Eastern Conference. If you didn't check out our Western Conference buy-sell-hold pod, you can do that here: bit.ly/hwkx550. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:12) 🔘 Atlanta Hawks (2:45) 🔘 Boston Celtics (12:05) 🔘 Brooklyn Nets (20:30) 🔘 Charlotte Hornets (30:32) 🔘 WE INTERRUPT BUY-SELL-OR-OLD TO TALK ABOUT ANDREW WIGGINS AND JORDAN POOLE (39:50) 🔘 Chicago Bulls (45:09) 🔘 Cleveland Cavaliers (51:40) 🔘 Detroit Pistons (58:45) 🔘 Indiana Pacers (1:05:10) 🔘 Miami Heat (1:17:31) 🔘 Milwaukee Bucks (1:23:15) 🔘 New York Knicks (1:29:56) 🔘 Orlando Magic (1:42:08) 🔘 GRANT TAKES A DEEP BREATH BECAUSE BEN SIMMONS GIVES HIM THE SADZ (1:48:33) 🔘 Philadelphia 76ers (1:48:50) 🔘 Toronto Raptors (1:57:51) 🔘 Washington Wizards (2:06:51) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Trade Deadline Buy, Sell or Hold: Western Conference Jan 26, 2022

Our 2022 NBA Trade Deadline primers roll onward! Next up, we take at look at whether each team in the Western Conference should BUY, SELL OR HOLD in advance of Feb. 10 with our GREAT friend from Bleacher Report, Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes). TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:12) 🔘 DAN GETS EXISTENTIAL AND DISCUSSES SELF-WORTH VIS-à-VIS THE NBA TRADE DEADLINE (3:24) 🔘 Criteria (5:41) 🔘 Dallas Mavericks (6:36) 🔘 Denver Nuggets (16:40) 🔘 Golden State Warriors (21:26) 🔘 Houston Rockets (34:46) 🔘 LA Clippers (41:17) 🔘 Los Angeles Lakers (47:37) 🔘 Memphis Grizzlies (54:29) 🔘 Minnesota Timberwolves (1:01:48) 🔘 New Orleans Pelicans (1:06:42) 🔘 Oklahoma City Thunder (1:14:53) 🔘 Phoenix Suns (1:19:03) 🔘 Portland Trail Blazers (1:24:56) 🔘 RANT ALERT: Sacramento Kings (1:32:24) 🔘 San Antonio Spurs (1:42:52) 🔘 Utah Jazz (1:50:44) JOIN OUR DISCORD: bit.ly/hwkdiscord SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: bit.ly/31z7eyI FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️ TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavale TWITTER: @fromal09 TWITTER/IG: @HardwoodKnocks / @Hardwood_Knocks TWITTER: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Trade Deadline MAILBAG: Sixers, Jazz, Celtics, Mavs, Nuggets, Raptors, Cavs, MORE Jan 24, 2022

MAIL TIME. AGAIN. NBA TRADE DEADLINE STYLE. Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from Bleacher Report, Forbes and The NBA Podcast (@TheNBAPod) joins Dan for a super-duper-mega episode in which we answer all the questions you have leading into the trade deadline. Our journey covers the Los Angeles Lakers, Utah Jazz, Denver Nuggets, Toronto Raptors, Philadelphia 76ers and Ben Simmons, San Antonio Spurs, Sacramento Kings, Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Boston Celtics, Atlanta Hawks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Chicago Bulls, Dallas Mavericks, Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, LA Clippers, Indiana Pacers and MORE! 🔘 Intro (0:49) 🔘 Grayson Allen/Impact of Alex Caruso's injury on Chicago's trade-deadline approach (5:05) 🔘 Can the Cavs swing a trade to become a contender? (8:19) 🔘 Will this trade deadline be extra quiet or especially busy? (14:29) 🔘 The Ben Simmons Situation 👉👉Should the Spurs be interested? (21:52) 👉👉The Sixers' approach to negotiations (24:25) 👉👉Is there still a Kings-Sixers deal to be made? (26:40) 👉👉The James Harden rumblings (28:56) 👉👉What should the Timberwolves look to do at the deadline? / Is Simmons actually the right fit? (30:37) 👉👉PREDICTION TIME: When will Simmons get traded? (36:29) 🔘 Potential surprise sellers among playoff hopefuls (43:05) 🔘 Can the Mavs swing a trade to become a title contender? (53:21) 🔘 Any realistic moves that can vault second-tier teams into the title discussion? (58:07) 👉👉DAN SAYS SOME PRETTY OPTIMISTICALLY UNHINGED ABOUT THE TORONTO RAPTORS (1:01:36) 🔘 Which teams will be looking to duck the tax? (1:05:18) 🔘 THE JAZZ + CELTICS (1:08:23) 🔘 What can the Nuggets do with Facundo Campazzo? (1:32:38) 🔘 Can the Lakers do anything serious at the deadline? (1:37:58) 🔘 Will the Warriors make a trade? (1:47:23) 🔘 Backup 5 targets for Chicago (1:50:38) JOIN OUR DISCORD: Hardwood Knocks Chitchat Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Lakers 🤮, Steph, Kevin Love, Jazz, Mavs, Ben Simmons, Marcus Smart Jan 21, 2022

MAIL TIME. Our latest journey through the minds of you, our treasured audience, takes us through the Los Angeles Lakers, Frank Vogel and Russell Westbrook dumpster fire; the Utah Jazz's struggles; trade targets for the Dallas Mavericks; thoughts on Ben Simmons; 2022 NBA title contender rankings; Stephen Curry's offensive usage with the Golden State Warriors; Kevin Love's Sixth Man of the Year candidacy; the Charlotte Hornets' defensive uptick; Anthony Edwards' growth; Marcus Smart's down year(?); and sooooo much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:49) 🔘 SMALL-BUT-IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT😳 (1:51) 🔘 Lakers/Frank Vogel/Russell Westbrook (3:33) 🔘 Contender Rankings/East vs. West (15:01) 🔘 Kevin Love's SMOY case (21:22) 🔘 Useful stats when talking DPOY (23:51) 🔘 Top Most Improved Player candidates (26:27) 🔘 What's wrong with the Jazz? (29:49) 🔘 Ben Simmons + Kings rumors (36:01) 🔘 WHO SAYS NO? - Listener proposes Sixers-Jazz trade idea (40:45) 🔘 Best Hornets defensive lineup/Charlotte's defensive improvement (44:17) 🔘 Anthony Edwards' growth (48:34) 🔘 How good is Ayo Dosunmo REALLY? (51:55) 🔘 WTF is the deal with Steph Curry? (55:21) 🔘 Realistic-but-impactful Mavs trade target rankings (58:24) 🔘 Top net ratings so far/Top net ratings in victories only (1:07:11) 🔘 Should the Celtics look to trade Marcus Smart? (1:09:19) JOIN OUR DISCORD: Hardwood Knocks Chitchat Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ranking Top 10 NBA Players Under 25 By Career Outlook Jan 18, 2022

RANKINGS TIME. Major shoutout to Charles (@charles_swann_) for asking DMing us a question that inspired an entire podcast. And so, Adam and Dan will be ranking the NBA's top 10 players under 25 by career outlook...with a small twist. First, however, we'll begin by talking about Kevin Durant's sprained MCL, and how that impacts the Brooklyn Nets (4:11). After that, it's all kiddies (11:05)! Please listen to our criteria before you get mad at us. But, yes, then feel free to get mad at us. For now, let's wax poetic about Luka Doncic, Trae Young, Ja Morant and a whole bunch of other talented-as-hell youngsters. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - Intro 🔘 4:11 - Impact of Kevin Durant's injury on Brooklyn Nets 🔘 11:05 - Rankings Criteria 🔘 15:59 - No. 1 🔘 18:38 - No. 2 🔘 21:52 - No. 3 🔘 27:11 - No. 4 🔘 31:44 - No. 5 🔘 37:31 - No. 6 🔘 43:13 - No. 7 🔘 49:03 - No. 8 🔘 55:20 - No. 9 🔘 59:23 - No. 10 🔘 1:04:39 - No. 11-15/Honorable Mentions Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Cam Reddish Trade Reaction, 1st-Time All-Stars, Grizzlies Ascending, Suns Trade Targets Jan 14, 2022

MAIL TIME. But first: A TRADE. Adam and Dan break down every angle of the Atlanta Hawks sending Cam Reddish to the New York Knicks. After that, they belly flop into a mailbag that covers the Memphis Grizzlies' ascent and playoff stock; the NBA's best defensive communicators; ideal trade targets for the Phoenix Suns; potential first-time All-Stars; RJ Barrett's recent hot streak; and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:19 - Intro 🔘 CAM REDDISH TRADE REACTION ——Details (2:40) ——Hawks (3:45) —— Knicks (21:59) 🔘 What is the Grizzlies' ceiling this season? (32:59) 🔘 RJ Barrett's recent "Holy hell!" tear (39:02) 🔘 Better SECONDARY duo: Atlanta (Hunter/Collins) or Memphis (Bane/JJJ)? (42:53) 🔘 Who is Phoenix Suns' ideal trade target? (47:26) 🔘 Predicting first-time All-Stars (50:42) 🔘 How important is communication on defense? / Who are the NBA's best defensive talkers? (55:35) 🔘 Tyrese Haliburton's crunch-time efficiency (59:30) 🔘 Why the Wizards SHOULDN'T trade Beal (1:00:22) 🔘 Are the Raptors a dark-horse giant? (1:02:58) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @SportsMathNet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 Important Stat for Every Western Conference Team Jan 11, 2022

STIZZATZ TIME. As we near the midway point of the 2021-22 NBA season, Adam and Dan have cobbled together one stat for each Western Conference team that they find interesting. If you missed the Eastern Conference editions of this podcast, check it out here! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:19 - Intro 🔘 3:34 - Dallas Mavericks 🔘 8:18 - Denver Nuggets 🔘 14:21 - Golden State Warriors 🔘 18:38 - Houston Rockets 🔘 23:31 - LA Clippers 🔘 27:05 - Los Angeles Lakers 🔘 31:28 - Memphis Grizzlies 🔘 35:09 - Minnesota Timberwolves 🔘 38:13 - New Orleans Pelicans 🔘 44:10 - Oklahoma City Thunder 🔘 47:20 - Phoenix Suns 🔘 51:02 - Portland Trail Blazers 🔘 54:09 - Sacramento Kings 🔘 57:26 - San Antonio Spurs 🔘 1:01:07 - Utah Jazz Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Blazers Fire Sale?, MVP Ladder, LaMelo, Rookie, Jazz Trade Targets, Jokic, Steph Jan 07, 2022

MAIL TIME. Our latest dive into listener questions covers the MVP race, a potential Portland Trail Blazers fire sale, trade targets for the Utah Jazz, LaMelo Ball's All-Star case, Stephen Curry vs. Nikola Jokic, a James Harden-Russell Westbrook what-if scenario, rookies who need more minutes, team-building philosophies, harmful high-volume players, RJ Barrett's role with the New York Knicks and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - Intro 🔘 2:31 - Will Blazers hold a fire sale? 🔘 11:02 - Who's been the best second-round pick? 🔘 16:16 - Is Nikola Jokic getting enough MVP love? 🔘 19:24 - Jokic vs. Steph / MVP ladder 🔘 24:37 - Will LaMelo Ball be an All-Star? 🔘 28:05 - Can any star currently in the league win six or more titles? 🔘 30:49 - Which rookies most deserve more minutes? 🔘 33:40 - Should RJ Barrett have a bigger offensive role? 🔘 37:36 - Joel Embiid's free throws 🔘 38:52 - Do the Jazz need to make a bigger trade? 🔘 45:37 - Would you rather have a role player with one elite skill or replacement-level impact all-around? 🔘 47:07 - Worst three-point "defenses" 🔘 50:00 - Who is the NBA's most damaging high-volume player? 🔘 52:07 - If the Thunder trade Westbrook instead of Harden, would they have won a title? Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kemba, Julius Randle, the Knicks and a 2021-22 NBA Season on the Brink Dec 30, 2021

Andrew Claudio (@AndrewJClaudio_) from Knicks Film School is back for a deep dive into—you guessed it—the 2021-22 New York Knicks! He joins Dan to discuss Julius Randle’s struggles, RJ Barrett’s development, Obi Toppin’s improvement, Kemba Walker’s comeback(?), potential trade targets, Tom Thibodeau’s rotations, whether New York can salvage this season without a big move and much more! (NOTE: This pod was recorded BEFORE Julius Randle entered health and safety protocols.)TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - Intro 🔘 2:55 - Movies! 🔘 5:42 - Kemba Walker's recent play 🔘 15:34 - Evan Fournier 🔘 17:00 - The Julius Randle Conundrum 🔘 23:09 - Can Randle recapture 2020-21 form? Can he adapt to a different role? 🔘 30:46 - Obi Toppin's play/development...Can he handle a bigger role? 🔘 36:28 - More Toppin-Randle minutes, please 🔘 37:55 - Toppin's jumper 🔘 39:50 - Mitchell Robinson's play and future 🔘 52:39 - R.J. Barrett's offensive struggles and role 🔘 1:02:21 - Early impressions of Quentin Grimes & Deuce McBride 🔘 1:05:22 - How should Knicks carry themselves at the trade deadline? 🔘 1:10:57 - Potential trade targets Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 Important Stat for Every Eastern Conference Team Dec 28, 2021

With NBA rosters still in flux on a daily basis, Adam and Dan take the opportunity to unearth one stat they find telltale, intriguing, hyper-important, etc. for every team in the Eastern Conference. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - Intro 🔘 2:07 - Atlanta Hawks 🔘 6:45 - Boston Celtics 🔘 10:12 - Brooklyn Nets 🔘 16:27 - Charlotte Hornets 🔘 21:14 - Chicago Bulls 🔘 23:35 - Cleveland Cavaliers 🔘 27:32 - Detroit Pistons 🔘 29:14 - Indiana Pacers 🔘 34:29 - Miami Heat 🔘 37:04 - Milwaukee Bucks 🔘 40:43 - New York Knicks 🔘 43:11 - Orlando Magic 🔘 47:32 - Philadelphia 76ers 🔘 50:08 - Toronto Raptors 🔘 55:10 - Washington Wizards Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Every NBA Team's MIP, Trades!, De'Aaron Fox, Hornets, Grizz, Jazz, Cavs!, Celtics Dec 24, 2021

MAIL TIME! You asked. Hardwood Knocks answered. And this time, your questions left us talking about every NBA team's most underrated player; Charlotte Hornets trades; MVP hypotheticals for LaMelo Ball, Donovan Mitchell and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander; the Memphis Grizzlies without Ja Morant; Los Angeles Lakers trade targets; De'Aaron Fox's fit with Tyrese Haliburton; the Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown partnership for the Boston Celtics; the Cleveland Cavaliers' playoff stock; the Utah Jazz's title chances; and much, MUCH more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - Intro 🔘 4:30 - Updates on NBA's COVID-19 situation 🔘 5:40 - Predicting All-NBA snubs 🔘 11:13 - Every NBA team's most improved or underrated player 🔘 28:08 - Are the Cavs for real? Is Evan Mobley the clear Rookie of the Year? 🔘 33:56 - Trade targets to help Hornets defense 🔘 42:33 - Re-litigating Miles Bridges-for-Shai Gilgeous-Alexander trade 🔘 44:18 - More likely to win MVP in their career: LaMelo Ball, Donovan Mitchell or SGA? 🔘 46:25 - Which NBA players have the biggest PSYCHOLOGICAL impact on the other team? 🔘 47:38 - The De'Aaron Fox-Tyrese Haliburton fit 🔘 50:07 - Relocation or Expansion? 🔘 51:05 - Leaders in points per touch this season 🔘 52:17 - Luke Kennard's shooting 🔘 54:25 - Is the Jazz's defense championship-caliber? 🔘 58:08 - Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown's partnership + a Celtics trade idea 🔘 1:02:14 - Best switching bigs 🔘 1:04:20 - Can the Lakers make a trade? 🔘 1:06:49 - Ja Morant's value 🔘 1:09:27 - Biggest Steals of 2021 draft Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Trade Deadline Targets for Every Western Conference Conference Team Dec 20, 2021

It's officially NBA trade season, so Hardwood Knocks naturally has targets for every single team in the NBA. We already tackled the Eastern Conference here. Next up: Trade targets for every Western Conference team! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - Intro 🔘 2:00 - The NBA's COVID-19 situation 🔘 8:18 - Dallas Mavericks 🔘 13:19 - Denver Nuggets 🔘 18:20 - Golden State Warriors 🔘 29:53 - Houston Rockets 🔘 33:31 - LA Clippers 🔘 39:23 - Los Angeles Lakers 🔘 50:58 - Memphis Grizzlies 🔘 54:55 - Minnesota Timberwolves 🔘 58:23 - New Orleans Pelicans 🔘 1:03:50 - Oklahoma City Thunders 🔘 1:09:50 - Phoenix Suns 🔘 1:15:00 - Portland Trail Blazers 🔘 1:24:34 - Sacramento Kings 🔘 1:27:01 - San Antonio Spurs 🔘 1:31:25 - Utah Jazz Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Beyond the Trade Rumors: What's Next for the Indiana Pacers? Dec 17, 2021

The Indiana Pacers have been making maaaany headlines over the past two weeks, so Hardwood Knocks did the only thing it could: turn to the one, the only, the legendary Caitlin Cooper (@C2_Cooper) from Indy Cornrows to break it all down. She discusses the fallout from the report that Indiana is open to tearing it down, Myles Turner's request for a bigger role or better "role clarity," Domantas Sabonis' usage and the national media's impression of him, Caris LeVert's up-and-down season, the Pacers' crunch-time struggles, Chris Duarte's ascension, the two-man synergy between Domas and Duarte, Indy's long-term outlook and so much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:26 - Intro 🔘 3:53 - "The Report" / Would Indiana *actually* consider a nuclear rebuild? 🔘 8:38 - Myles Turner's usage and quest for "role clarity" 🔘 15:26 - Domantas Sabonis' usage/role 🔘 25:10 - Caris LeVert's fit/best role 🔘 30:21 - T.J. McConnell's absence/lineup tweaks 🔘 33:07 - The Chris Duarte Experience, and his synergy with Domas 🔘 36:13 - OSHAE BRISSETT FOREVER 🔘 38:33 - Impressions of Rick Carlisle as head coach 🔘 42:38 - Indiana's crunch-time struggles 🔘 47:11 - Are the Pacers *much* better than they've shown, or do they need a shakeup? 🔘 49:46 - Will Indy buy, sell or hold? Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Future of the Portland Trail Blazers and Damian Lillard Dec 13, 2021

Dan is joined by the ever awesome Tara Bowen-Biggs (@tcbbiggs) from the We Have A Take podcast to discuss everything in the world of the Portland Trail Blazers. Together, they cover the front office transition from Neil Olshey to Joe Cronin, Damian Lillard's future, CJ McCollum's health and play, Jusuf Nurkic's struggles, Nassir Little's breakout, defensive problems, lineup changes, Ben Simmons, potential trade targets and sooooo much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:10 - Intro 🔘 4:55 - First Impressions of interim GM Joe Cronin 🔘 10:18 - Neil Olshey's exit 🔘 16:35 - Direction of the franchise 🔘 21:42 - Would the Blazers consider a rebuild *around* Damian Lillard? 🔘 32:53 - Concerns about Dame and CJ McCollum 🔘 41:45 - The play of Jusuf Nurkic and Robert Covington 🔘 46:15 - Portland's defensive struggles 🔘 49:16 - Potential lineup changes 🔘 53:35 - Nassir Little's breakout 🔘 58:19 - Greg Brown, Anfernee Simons, Dennis Smith Jr. 🔘 1:02:14 - How should Blazers approach the trade deadline? 🔘 1:04:17 - Potential trade targets Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 NBA Trade Deadline Targets for Every Eastern Conference Team Dec 10, 2021

With the unofficial starts of NBA trade season just around the corner, Adam and Dan are coming up with a handful of potential targets for every team. First up: All 15 Eastern Conference squads. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:28 - Intro/Target Criteria 🔘 10:52 - Atlanta Hawks 🔘 16:44 - Boston Celtics 🔘 22:59 - Brooklyn Nets 🔘 28:40 - Charlotte Hornets 🔘 35:51 - Chicago Bulls 🔘 38:57 - Cleveland Cavaliers 🔘 45:22 - Detroit Pistons 🔘 48:46 - Indiana Pacers 🔘 56:37 - Miami Heat 🔘 59:03 - Milwaukee Bucks 🔘 1:04:16 - New York Knicks 🔘 1:09:37 - Orlando Magic 🔘 1:13:22 - Philadelphia 76ers 🔘 1:17:40 - Toronto Raptors 🔘 1:21:38 - Washington Wizards Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Where Do the Denver Nuggets Go From Here? Dec 07, 2021

Dan is joined by T.J. McBridge (@TJMcBrideNBA) from Mile High Sports to break down the short- and long-term outlook of the Denver Nuggets. They discuss Michael Porter Jr.'s potential season-ending injury, the Nuggets' shorthanded rotation, Nikola Jokic's MVP case, possible trade targets, Denver's defense, the team's future beyond this season and much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:32 - Intro 🔘 3:14 - State of the Nuggets 🔘 6:42 - Jamal Murray/Michael Porter Jr. 🔘 9:56 - Importance of Bones Hyland 🔘 14:49 - How much will Bones play? 🔘 17:02 - JaMychal Green 🔘 18:41 - Bol Bol or nah? 🔘 20:57 - Will the Nuggets make a trade? Buyout/Free-Agency options & a trade idea 🔘 27:01 - Long-term concerns in Denver? 🔘 34:01 - The Nuggets' place in the West 🔘 35:10 - Nikola Jokic's MVP case/defense 🔘 41:15 - DPOY Odds on Aaron Gordon Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Kemba, John Wall Trades, Underrated Players, Draymond Green, NBA Trades Nov 30, 2021

MAIL TIME. Our latest trip down You Asked, We Answered Lane covers potential John Wall trades, the Denver Nuggets' future following the Michael Porter Jr. injury, the New York Knicks' decision to bench Kemba Walker, Monte Morris' efficiency, Draymond Green's defensive value, Alperen Sengun's rookie year, early-season trends we're buying, a list of the most underrated players, a Mario Hezonja update and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 1:51 - Intro 🔘 4:19 - Reaction to Knicks benching Kemba Walker 🔘 15:40 - Joe Harris Injury 🔘 19:12 - The John Wall situation: Can he be traded? 🔘 29:17 - Trade targets for the Nuggets following Michael Porter Jr. injury 🔘 34:42 - Trends to buy 20 games into the season 🔘 37:40 - Draymond Green's defense 🔘 43:16 - Best Blazers lineup(s) 🔘 46:53 - NBA team records on second end of back-to-backs vs. opponents on two days rest 🔘 48:24 - How good is Alperen Sengun? 🔘 51:09 - Monte Morris' mid-range efficiency 🔘 53:02 - Zach LaVine's shooting 🔘 54:12 - Who's the most underrated player in the NBA? 🔘 1:00:30 - Where on Earth is Mario Hezonja?!? Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pressing Questions: Kings, Dubs, Nuggets, Cavs, Clippers, NBA Playoff Predictions, Devin Booker/Suns Nov 24, 2021

Dan is joined by Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to tackle the biggest questions they each have as the NBA nears the quarter-mark of the 2021-22 season. Their maze of inquiries covers playoff predictions for the Eastern Conference, the Sacramento Kings' future following Luke Walton's exit, the Toronto Raptors' direction, the Los Angeles Clippers and Denver Nuggets, the Orlando Magic's starting five, the Phoenix Suns and Devin Booker and much, MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:16 - Intro 3:32 - The future of the Sacramento Kings 27:57 - Who's the fourth-best team in the West? 35:37 - The Lakers 38:51 - Predicting top-six seeds in the East 45:46 - The Cavs Favorite Players to Watch This Season⬇️ 48:02 - Devin Booker 50:18 - Evan Mobley 51:46 - Herb Jones 52:55 - Zach LaVine 54:06 - Ja Morant 54:32 - The Magic's Starting Five 57:04 - What are the Raptors? (Alternatively: WHY are the Raptors?) 1:05:28 - Utah's championship stock 1:10:40 - Do the Warriors need another shot creator? Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Guilty Pleasure Teams, Luke Walton/Kings, DeMar DeRozan, New Foul Rules, Jonas Valanciunas Nov 16, 2021

In the second part of a super-duper-mega mailbag, Adam and Dan discuss Jonas Valanciunas' impact on the New Orleans Pelicans; the news about the Sacramento Kings being displeased with Luke Walton; their favorite guilty-pleasure league pass watches; DeMar DeRozan's MVP case; how the new foul rules could impact team-building in the future; the way analytics are presented to fans; and much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:28 - Intro 🔘 3:27 - Luke Walton/Kings 🔘 13:29 - Jonas Valanciunas' impact in New Orleans 🔘 Worst rotation players this season (23:41) 🔘 28:13 - Most surprisingly watchable teams this season 🔘 35:37 - Where is DeMar DeRozan on the early-season MVP ballot? 🔘 40:29 - Steph vs. Magic: Playmaking impact 🔘 44:36 - Which players are underrated because we focus too much on what they CAN'T do? 🔘 52:57 - Are stat/analytic models adequately explained to fans? 🔘 1:01:35 - Will the new foul rules impact heliocentrism or how teams build out rosters? Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Hawks Woes, KAT's Future, Hornets Trade Targets, Spurs, Clippers, Nuggets Nov 12, 2021

MAIL TIME! In Part One of our TWO-PART SUPER-DUPER-MEGA MAILBAG, your questions have us covering Karl-Anthony Towns' future with the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Atlanta Hawks' recent struggles, trade targets for the Charlotte Hornets' center rotation, impressions of the San Antonio Spurs, the Los Angeles Clippers' offense, Ben Simmons news, Will Barton's leap, the Denver Nuggets' title stock and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:16 - Intro 🔘 1:46 - What's wrong with the Hawks? 🔘 13:56 - Center targets for the Hornets 🔘 21:55 - Best/Worst "Mixtape" jerseys 🔘 32:58 - Most underrated player(s) on the Spurs 🔘 37:29 - What is San Antonio's ideal starting five? 🔘 39:51 - Are the Wolves using Karl-Anthony Towns properly? 🔘 46:30 - The Clippers offense 🔘 50:54 - Do the Nuggets need to make a trade? 🔘 54:27 - Does Will Barton have a Most Improved Player case? 🔘 57:16 - Nikola Jokic's MVP stock 🔘 58:13 - Ben Simmons Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 NBA Awards Ladder: Who Leads the MVP Field? Nov 10, 2021

Adam and Dan build their NBA awards ladders now that every team has played around 10 games for the season. Please note these are not meant to be predictions, but more of a snapshot of where the awards races stands if the 2021-22 campaign ended today. We have top five candidates for the MVP race, plus a top-three ladder for Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, Most Improved Player, Executive of the Year and Coach of the Year. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘1:51 - Intro/Rankings Criteria 🔘6:03 - Executive of the Year 🔘14:44 - Coach of the Year 🔘26:52 - Most Improved Player 🔘38:40 - Sixth Man of the Year 🔘50:45 - Rookie of the Year 🔘59:57 - Defensive Player of the Year 🔘1:11:38 - MVP Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robert Sarver Allegations, 1 Interesting Stat for Every NBA Team Nov 05, 2021

Hardwood Knocks reacts to the explosive report from ESPN that alleges Phoenix Suns managing partner Robert Sarver has created a racist and misogynistic work environment over the course of his 17-year tenure. After that, Dan relays one stat—but really more—for every NBA team he finds interesting or will be watching for the rest of the season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:15 - Intro 2:52 - Robert Sarver allegations 14:03 - Atlanta Hawks 15:15 - Boston Celtics 16:58 - Brooklyn Nets 19:10 - Charlotte Hornets 22:19 - Chicago Bulls 24:30 - Cleveland Cavaliers 26:30 - Dallas Mavericks 28:05 - Denver Nuggets 29:46 - Detroit Pistons 31:55 - Golden State Warriors 33:48 - Houston Rockets 35:22 - Indiana Pacers 37:07 - LA Clippers 39:12 - Los Angeles Lakers 42:07 - Memphis Grizzlies 44:15 - Miami Heat 47:37 - Minnesota Timberwolves 49:05 - Milwaukee Bucks 50:09 - New Orleans Pelicans 52:16 - New York Knicks 55:04 - Oklahoma City Thunder 56:33 - Orlando Magic 58:01 - Philadelphia 76ers 59:41 - Phoenix Suns 1:01:30 - Portland Trail Blazers 1:03:20 - Sacramento Kings 1:04:57 - San Antonio Spurs 1:06:39 - Toronto Raptors 1:08:40 - Utah Jazz 1:11:06 - Washington Wizards Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: The Knicks!, Jokic/MPJ, Jimmy Butler, Miles Bridges, Evan Mobley, Raptors Rookies Nov 02, 2021

MAIL TIME! This week's dive into listener questions will cover the New York Knicks' hot start (loss to the Toronto Raptors not withstanding), Scottie Barnes, Evan Mobley, Jimmy Butler, Nikola Jokic, Michael Porter Jr., the Denver Nuggets' depth, the NBA's worst benches, Miles Bridges, Dalano Banton, RJ Barrett, the Most Improved Player, Dejounte Murray and muuuuch more! TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 0:27 - Intro 🔘 3:01 - Quick thoughts on the Hawks and Nets 🔘 5:18 - The Knicks! 🔘 10:39 - Will RJ Barrett have an MIP case? 🔘 13:33 - Nikola Jokic/Denver Nuggets bench 🔘 16:24 - Michael Porter Jr. 🔘 21:41 - Can you statistically measure fun? / The Hornets 🔘 24:25 - Is Miles Bridges' leap sustainable? 🔘 28:03 - Are the Bulls legit contenders? 🔘 32:54 - How many games until team and player performance are representative of new normals? 🔘 35:36 - Worst benches in the league 🔘 42:22 - Evan Mobley's ceiling 🔘 47:29 - Scottie Barnes' statistical impact/ceiling 🔘 51:43 - Franz Wagner 🔘 52:32 - Dalano Banton 🔘 54:10 - Best second-round rookies from 2021 class 🔘 55:40 - Lakers and Wizards 🔘 1:01:16 - How good is Dejounte Murray? 🔘 1:04:02 - Jimmy Butler's MVP case/overall player ranking Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Truth or Trash?!? - Suns, Harden, Lakers, Grizzlies, Hornets, Cavs, More Oct 29, 2021

It's time for our second annual NBA 'Truth or Trash?!?' Sure, it's basically rebranded 'Fact or Fiction," but who cares? Dan is joined by Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to discuss a bunch of surprising early-season trends and whether they should be viewed as new normals (truth!) or fleeting blips on the radar (trash!). Their discussion covers the Atlanta Hawks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Chicago Bulls, Minnesota Timberwolves, James Harden, Charlotte Hornets and Miles Bridges, Memphis Grizzlies, Ja Morant and Desmond Bane, Los Angeles Lakers, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook, Los Angeles Clippers and muuuuuch more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - Intro 🔘 4:12 - The Suns! 🔘 14:17 - Anthony Davis/Lakers 🔘 25:02 - Lakers vs. Clippers 🔘 31:55 - Bulls, Cavs & Timberwolves 🔘 44:35 - The Warriors 🔘 55:56 - Ja Morant 🔘 1:00:30 - Desmond Bane 🔘 1:04:08 - The Grizzlies' Starting Five 🔘 1:07:13 - James Harden 🔘 1:16:39 - The Hornets 🔘 1:21:51 - Miles Bridges 🔘 1:25:26 - The Hawks Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Ben Simmons, Ja vs. Zion, The Bulls! Tyler Herro, Nuggets Title Chances Oct 26, 2021

MAIL TIME IS BACK! In our first mailbag of the 2021-22 NBA season, Hardwood Knocks covers the Ben Simmons saga FROM A DIFFERENT ANGLE, talks about Tyler Herro's development, the Chicago Bulls' hot start, Zion Williamson and Ja Morant, mid-range jumpers and muuuuuch more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Ben Simmons...but not what you think (3:27) 🔘 Ja Morant vs. Zion Williamson (14:40) 🔘 Are we sleeping on the Nuggets? (22:29) 🔘 Tyler Herro's development (26:49) 🔘 Good mid-range vs. bad mid-range shots (33:03) 🔘 Are the Bulls for real? (36:58) 🔘 Most interesting stat you've ever seen (41:11) 🔘 Top-75 snubs (44:10) 🔘 Are you for a four-point line? (49:13) 🔘 Which team could have the best starting five if they could only chose from their bench? (53:29) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 NBA Win-Total Predictions for Every Team Oct 19, 2021

Adam is back, which means the band is back, which means he and Dan have over/under win predictions for every NBA team ahead of the 2021-22 season. Buckle up for safety. The takes are about to fly. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:00 - Intro 🔘 3:12 - Approach 🔘 8:44 - Atlanta Hawks 🔘 11:34 - Boston Celtics 🔘 15:19 - Brooklyn Nets 🔘 19:19 - Charlotte Hornets 🔘 24:13 - Chicago Bulls 🔘 30:59 - Cleveland Cavaliers 🔘 36:01 - Dallas Mavericks 🔘 39:50 - Denver Nuggets 🔘 43:24 - Detroit Pistons 🔘 46:48 - Golden State Warriors 🔘 51:14 - Houston Rockets 🔘 55:20 - Indiana Pacers 🔘 58:57 - LA Clippers 🔘 1:03:03 - Los Angeles Lakers 🔘 1:11:22 - Memphis Grizzlies 🔘 1:14:59 - Miami Heat 🔘 1:22:01 - Milwaukee Bucks 🔘 1:27:30 - Minnesota Timberwolves 🔘 1:32:40 - New Orleans Pelicans 🔘 1:38:24 - New York Knicks 🔘 1:46:17 - Oklahoma City Thunder 🔘 1:50:05 - Orlando Magic 🔘 1:55:25 - Philadelphia 76ers 🔘 1:58:59 - Phoenix Suns 🔘 2:00:48 - Portland Trail Blazers 🔘 2:06:31 - Sacramento Kings 🔘 2:11:26 - San Antonio Spurs 🔘 2:15:03 - Toronto Raptors 🔘 2:20:07 - Utah Jazz 🔘 2:24:01 - Washington Wizards Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Miami Heat Lookahead Oct 18, 2021

Dan is joined by Allana Tachauer (@AllanaTachauer) of the Feel The Heat podcast over at 5 Reasons Sports to discuss all things Miami Heat ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. Their discussion covers Kyle Lowry's arrival and impact, the next step for Bam Adebayo, Jimmy Butler's jumper, Tyler Herro's development, Victor Oladipo's timeline for return and potential value, the bench rotation, lineup possibilities, the defense, the floor spacing and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - Intro 🔘 3:30 - Kyle Lowry's fit and impact 🔘 6:23 - P.J. Tucker's value 🔘 8:25 - Bam Adebayo's next step 🔘 10:25 - Jimmy Butler 🔘 12:22 - Expectations for Tyler Herro in Year 3 🔘 15:53 - Victor Oladipo's timeline/role upon return 🔘 18:03 - The offense's pace 🔘 19:53 - Max Strus and Gabe Vincent 🔘 21:30 - The top-10 rotation 🔘 24:46 - Is Miami deep enough? 🔘 25:42 - Trade candidates 🔘 30:03 - The defense's ceiling 🔘 33:33 - Does Miami have enough shooting? 🔘 36:10 - Biggest Weakness 🔘 39:50 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 43:40 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 45:34 - Kyle Lowry's impact on the culture 🔘 47:54 - Win-total prediction/Place in the East Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Chicago Bulls Lookahead Oct 17, 2021

Dan is joined by Jason Patt (@Bulls_Jay) from the Cash Considerations podcast for a mega-ultra-super-deep dive into the Chicago Bulls ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. Their conversation covers a reaction to the Bulls' offseason, Zach LaVine's superstardom, the fit between he, DeMar DeRozan and Nikola Vucevic, Lonzo Ball's impact on offense, the importance of Alex Caruso and Patrick Williams, the defense, the backup wing and big rotations, lineup possibilities, Javonte Green's play and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 2:03 - Intro 🔘 5:06 - Impressions of the Bulls' offseason 🔘 7:44 - Chicago's direction since the 2021 trade deadline 🔘 15:11 - The fit of Lonzo, LaVine, DeRozan and Vooch/How will the stars be staggered? 🔘 18:26 - Alex Caruso's fit and role 🔘 20:02 - Coby White's future 🔘 25:06 - Patrick Williams' role/development 🔘 29:36 - The backup frontcourt rotation 🔘 31:46 - Will Javonte Green get regular minutes? 🔘 33:27 - Chicago's defensive ceiling 🔘 36:19 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 38:21 - The late-game rotation 🔘 39:35 - Quirky lineups we want to see/Troy Brown Jr. 🔘 43:05 - Ayo Dosunmu 🔘 45:32 - Win-total prediction/Place in the East 🔘 49:32 - Trade candidates 🔘 51:06 - Final thoughts about Chicago's future Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Orlando Magic Lookahead Oct 16, 2021

Dan is joined by Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) from The NBA Front Office Show and Spotrac for a deeeeeep dive into the Orlando Magic ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. Their conversation covers the Wendell Carter Jr. extension, rookie-year expectations for Jalen Suggs, trade candidates, the health of Jonathan Isaac and Markelle Fultz, the 10-man rotation, Mo Bamba, lineup possibilities, RJ Hampton's ceiling, win-total predictions and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 2:03 - Intro 🔘 4:00 - Wendell Carter Jr.'s extension 🔘 9:55 - Markelle Fultz and Jonathan Isaac 🔘 12:56 - Jalen Suggs: Rookie-year role and 🔘 expectations 🔘 15:41 - The backcourt rotation 🔘 18:10 - RJ Hampton/Cole Anthony 🔘 21:10 - Expectations for Chuma Okeke 🔘 23:29 - Wendell Carter Jr. 🔘 31:46 - Mo /Robin Lopez/Frontcourt rotation 🔘 37:33 - Top-10 rotation 🔘 40:50 - Impressions of Franz Wagner 🔘 42:49 - Orlandos' style under Jamahl Mosley 🔘 44:48 - Biggest weakness 🔘 47:19 - Trade candidates 🔘 51:22 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 53:02 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 56:38 - The Magic's overall direction 🔘 1:00:17 - Win-total prediction 🔘 1:03:21 - Orlando's place in the standings Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks IG: @hardwood_knocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Memphis Grizzlies Lookahead Oct 15, 2021

Dan is joined by Sharon Brown (@SharonShyBrown) of the Memphis Flyer for a fantastic and in-depth discussion about the Memphis Grizzlies ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. Their conversation covers Ja Morant's development, Jaren Jackson Jr.'s future, Ziaire Williams' role as a rookie, the center rotation after trading Jonas Valanciunas for Steven Adams, Kyle Anderson's value, Desmond Bane's breakout potential, lineup possibilities and a lot more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 2:03 - Intro 🔘 5:15 - Offseason takeaways 🔘 7:59 - Jaren Jackson Jr.'s development and role 🔘 11:24 - The frontcourt rotation 🔘 13:12 - Desmond Bane's breakout potential 🔘 14:20 - Ja Morant's deepening bag 🔘 19:06 - Starting-lineup permutations 🔘 22:34 - Rookie-year expectations for Ziaire Williams 🔘 24:36 - Will Jarrett Culver, er, play? 🔘 28:10 - Does Memphis have enough shooting and secondary creation? 🔘 29:36 - The defense 🔘 31:46 - Biggest weakness 🔘 33:56 - Trade candidates 🔘 35:44 - Dillon Brooks 🔘 37:07 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 38:14 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 39:58 - Win-total prediction/Place in the West 🔘 41:13 - Importance of Steven Adams Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 New Orleans Pelicans Lookahead Oct 15, 2021

Dan is joined by Shamit Dua (@FearTheBrown) from the In The N.O. podcast for an honest and thorough talk about the New Orleans Pelicans' present and future ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. They discuss New Orleans' somewhat controversial offseason, Zion Williamson's health, development and happiness, how the team will build out the rotation, Nickeil Alexander-Walker's ceiling, Trey Murphy III's fit, the defense, lineup possibilities and much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 2:03 - Intro 🔘 4:31 - Offseason takeaways/impressions 🔘 9:51 - Zion Williamson's health and future 🔘 19:52 - Zion's on-court development/defense 🔘 23:49 - Starting-five predictions/preferences 🔘 26:10 - Jonas Valanciunas' fit and value 🔘 28:34 - Expectations for Nickeil Alexander-Walker 🔘 32:27 - Jaxson Hayes/The backup center rotation 🔘 37:35 - Trey Murphy III's role/rookie-year expectations 🔘 40:44 - Tomas Satoransky, Garrett Temple, Kira Lewis Jr. 🔘 43:04 - Kira Lewis' future 🔘 45:06 - Devonte' Graham 🔘 46:03 - Naji Marshall's role and value 🔘 48:42 - Biggest weakness 🔘 50:19 - Brandon Ingram 🔘 51:34 - Josh Hart 🔘 54:56 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 56:13 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 57:10 - Win-total prediction/Place in the West 🔘 1:00:19 - Willie Green's impact Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Minnesota Timberwolves Lookahead Oct 14, 2021

Dan is joined by Derek James (@DerekJamesNBA), one of the smartest Minnesota Timberwolves insiders/analysts/writers around, to talk about—you guessed it!—the Minnesota Timberwolves in advance of the 2021-22 NBA season. They discuss the Wolves' interest in Ben Simmons, Year 2 expectations for Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns' place in the superstar hierarchy, D'Angelo Russell's value and role, lineup possibilities, Naz Reid, Jaden McDaniels' season, the 10-man rotation, Chris Finch's impact, Patrick Beverley and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 2:03 - Intro 🔘 6:20 - Minnesota's offseason 🔘 10:05 - Ben Simmons talk 🔘 20:08 - Chris Finch's impact 🔘 23:51 - Can the defense be much better? 🔘 26:33 - Year 2 expectations for Anthony Edwards 🔘 29:33 - D'Angelo Russell's role/fit next to Ant 🔘 33:34 - Karl-Anthony Towns Appreciation Minutes 🔘 42:01 - Jaden McDaniels' ceiling 🔘 46:02 - The frontcourt rotation beside KAT: Naz Reid, Jarred Vanderbilt, McDaniels, etc. 🔘 47:21 - Top-10 rotation 🔘 50:00 - Minny's biggest weakness 🔘 51:15 - Trade candidates 🔘 53:34 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 56:08 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 57:27 - Win-total prediction/Place in the West Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Sacramento Kings Lookahead Oct 14, 2021

Dan is joined by Greg Wissinger (@gwiss) from The Kings Herald for a deeeeeep dive into the Sacramento Kings ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. Their conversation covers De'Aaron Fox's continued growth, Tyrese Haliburton's path to stardom, Davion Mitchell's fit, three-guard lineups, four-guard lineups, the wing rotation, Richaun Holmes, Buddy Hield, trade candidates and, yes, Ben Simmons—plus much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 2:03 - Intro 🔘 4:20 - Thoughts on Sacramento's offseason/Richuan Holmes 🔘 7:02 - The Ben Simmons discussion 🔘 11:19 - De'Aaron Fox's next frontier 🔘 13:03 - The defense 🔘 15:25 - Fun De'Aaron Fox stat that is fun! 🔘 20:14 - Tyrese Haliburton's path to stardom 🔘 22:35 - Expectations for Davion Mitchell 🔘 24:45 - The three-guard lineup 🔘 26:52 - Louis King's value 🔘 29:24 - The Marvin Bagley III Hope Meter 🔘 31:12 - Who should be the fifth starter? 🔘 33:40 - 10-man rotation 🔘 37:08 - Trade candidates 🔘 38:21 - Could the Kings be sellers at the deadline? 🔘 43:03 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 44:25 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 46:07 - Win-total prediction/Place in the West 🔘 49:42 - Luke Walton's job security 🔘 54:04 - Buddy Hield's future Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Denver Nuggets Lookahead Oct 13, 2021

Dan is joined by Adam Mares (@Adam_Mares) from DNVR and the Locked On Nuggets podcast for an in-depth chat about the Denver Nuggets ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. Their conversation covers Nikola Jokic's MVP defense, Jamal Murray's rehab, Michael Porter Jr.'s next step, rookie-year expectations for Bones Hyland, the importance of P.J. Dozier, the value of Aaron Gordon, the secondary frontcourt rotation, lineup possibilities, win-total predictions and so much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - Intro 🔘 3:06 - Jamal Murray's absence 🔘 4:09 - Point guard rotation without Murray 🔘 6:35 - Will Bones Hyland play a meaningful role? 🔘 10:55 - Expectations for Michael Porter Jr. 🔘 18:50 - Aaron Gordon's extension/offensive optimization 🔘 22:31 - The backup big rotation 🔘 24:50 - Impact meter: Vlatko Cancar vs. Zeke Nnaji vs. Bol Bol 🔘 26:39 - Nikola Jokic's MVP defense 🔘 29:23 - Denver's biggest weakness 🔘 33:00 - Jokic's workload 🔘 34:19 - Trade candidates 🔘 36:08 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 37:42 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 39:40 - Win-total prediction/Place in the West 🔘 45:01 - Adam fires up the P.J. Dozier bandwagon Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Phoenix Suns Lookahead Oct 12, 2021

Dan is joined by Sam Cooper (@scooperhoops) and Mike Vigil (@protectedpick) from The Timeline Podcast for a mega-ultra-super-deep dive into the Phoenix Suns ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. Their conversation spans Devin Booker's next step, the fit of JaVale McGee and Landry Shamet, Mikal Bridges' heightened offensive role, Cam Johnson's development, Deandre Ayton's future, Chris Paul, lineup possibilities, win-loss projections and muuuuuuch more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:21 - Intro 🔘 4:28 - Dueling timelines 🔘 6:15 - Thoughts on Phoenix's offseason 🔘 10:51 - Deandre Ayton/Mikal Bridges extensions 🔘 14:58 - Mikal Bridges' offensive growth and potential 🔘 27:58 - Will there be a CP3 maintenance program? 🔘 30:59 - Cam Johnson's next step 🔘 35:41 - Deandre Ayton's arrival/development/role 🔘 44:40 - Devin Booker's value/Can he become an All-NBA lock? 🔘 54:50 - Landry Shamet's fit 🔘 56:16 - JaVale McGee's fit 🔘 58:24 - The backup big rotation/Will they still play small? 🔘 1:00:20 - Jalen Smith/Abdel Nader 🔘 1:03:11 - Best crunch-time lineups 🔘 1:03:44 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 1:07:20 - Trade candidates/targets 🔘 1:12:37 - Win-total prediction 🔘 1:14:45 - Toughest matchups in the West Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Utah Jazz Lookahead Oct 11, 2021

Dan is joined by Tony Jones (@TjonesontheNBA) for a deeeeep dive into the Utah Jazz ahead of 2021-22 NBA season. They talk urgency within the franchise, Rudy Gobert's value, Donovan Mitchell's next step, the wing defense, the rotation, Jared Butler, regression candidates and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:00 - Intro 🔘 3:56 - Urgency in Utah? 🔘 7:25 - Regression candidates 🔘 9:59 - The Rudy Gobert discourse 🔘 16:28 - Will Utah try playing when Gobert sits? 🔘 19:40 - Donovan Mitchell's next step 🔘 25:53 - Jordan Clarkson's importance 🔘 28:45 - Will Jared Butler play? 🔘 31:27 - Eric Paschall, Miye Oni, Elijah Hughes 🔘 34:03 - More Jared Butler 🔘 38:30 - Utah's wing defense 🔘 40:47 - Royce O'Neale appreciation 🔘 45:31 - Is Utah playoff-proof now? 🔘 49:57 - Is the front office willing to make a move? 🔘 54:02 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 55:39 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 57:46 - Win-total prediction 🔘 58:27 - Utah's place in the West Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Philadelphia 76ers Lookahead Oct 10, 2021

Dan is joined by Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from The NBA Podcast and Forbes to discuss all things Philadelphia 76ers ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. They tackle the Ben Simmons situation and potential trade destinations, Tyrese Maxey's development, Ben Simmons, the importance of Seth Curry and Tobias Harris, Ben Simmons, Philly's defense without Ben Simmons, Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons, lineup possibilities, Ben Simmons, Andre Drummond, win-total predictions, Ben Simmons and then, um, yeah, Ben Simmons! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 0:15 - Intro 2:35 - The Ben Simmons situation from ALL angles 27:49 - Joel Embiid's workload/Philly's play style 31:59 - Matisse Thybulle's role/The defense without Simmons 37:43 - Tyrese Maxey's development/role 39:40 - Tobias Harris' role 41:44 - Andre Drummond/Georges Niang 44:18 - Getting weird with the backup 5 rotation 45:59 - Furkan Korkmaz 47:46 - Jaden Springer 49:38 - Isaiah Joe/Paul Reed 51:40 - Seth Curry's role 55:17 - Trade candidates (non-Simmons division) 58:44 - Best crunch-time lineup 59:31 - Quirky lineups we want to see 1:01:10 - Philly's ceiling without Simmons 1:03:31 - Win-total prediction 1:06:12 - A Ben Simmons trade idea/Final thoughts Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Los Angeles Lakers Lookahead Oct 09, 2021

Dan is joined by Jabari Ali Davis (@JabariDavisNBA) from the Never Meet Your Heroes and The Baseline podcasts for a deeeeep dive into the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. They discuss the LeBron James-Russell Westbrook fit, Anthony Davis-at-the-5, the potential for a defensive drop-off, rounding out the rest of the rotation, Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard, DeAndre Jordan, floor spacing, lineup possibilities and much, much, MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:33 - Intro 🔘 4:54 - The Russell Westbrook Fit 🔘 9:40 - Predicting the most impactful new additions (non-Westbrook division) 🔘 13:50 - Frank Vogel 🔘 17:08 - Anthony Davis-at-the-5 🔘 18:47 - Is AD a sleeper MVP candidate? 🔘 22:19 - Are floor-spacing concerns overblown? 🔘 25:57 - Who gets squeezed in the rotation? 🔘 30:12 - Carmelo Anthony's fit/value 🔘 34:42 - Talen Horton-Tucker's role/importance 🔘 43:01 - Predicting where LA ranks on defense 🔘 44:46 - LeBron James' playing time 🔘 46:48 - Biggest weakness of the roster 🔘 47:45 - Trade candidates/Trade targets 🔘 51:05 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 53:22 - Quirk lineups we want to see 🔘 55:17 - Win-total prediction 🔘 57:30 - Western Conference landscape Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Brooklyn Nets Lookahead Oct 08, 2021

Dan is joined by Kristian Winfield (@Krisplashed) from the New York Daily News and Uninterrupted's Certified Buckets show for a deeeeep dive into the Brooklyn Nets ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. Their discussion covers the Kyrie Irving situation, how his absence would impact the team, the workload of James Harden and Kevin Durant, the center rotation, a dearth of wings, the team's defense, the backup point guard carousel, lineup predictions and much, much, MUCH more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:15 - Intro 🔘 3:17 - The Kyrie Irving situation 🔘 6:16 - Will the Nets move forward without Kyrie? 🔘 10:11 - Who takes Kyrie's spot in the starting lineup/rotation? Can Brooklyn win a title without Kyrie? 🔘 18:10 - The 4-5 rotation 🔘 20:54 - Nicolas Claxton's role 🔘 24:05 - Bruce Brown's role 🔘 25:19 - Brooklyn's lack of wings 🔘 29:10 - Can Cameron Thomas crack the rotation? 🔘 31:33 - How will Brooklyn stagger its stars/primary ball-handlers? 🔘 34:22 - Patty Mills' importance/Brooklyn's secondary secondary playmakers 🔘 37:37 - Jevon Carter can help! 🔘 39:37 - Will Brooklyn load manage Kevin Durant and James Harden? 🔘 41:46 - Defensive-ranking prediction 🔘 43:10 - Trade candidates 🔘 45:34 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 47:07 - Quirky lineups we want to see/KD-at-the-5 🔘 50:19 - Win-total prediction 🔘 52: 50 - Day'Ron Sharpe Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Cleveland Cavaliers Lookahead Oct 07, 2021

Dan is joined by Justin Rowan (@Cavsanada) from The Chase Down podcast to cannonball, nosedive and belly flop into all things Cleveland Cavaliers ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. They discuss Darius Garland's next frontier, the additions Ricky Rubio and Lauri Markkanen, the frontcourt pairing of Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, Collin Sexton's future, Isaac Okoro's development, the Kevin Love awkwardness, final roster spots, Ben Simmons and muuuuuch more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:29 - Intro 🔘 3:25 - Impressions of Cavs offseason 🔘 5:49 - Evan Mobley's fit/rookie-year expectations 🔘 8:39 - The Evan Mobley-Jarrett Allen pairing 🔘 10:24 - Lauri Markkanen's fit 🔘 16:55 - Jarrett Allen's contract 🔘 17:59 - Kevin Love's role/future 🔘 20:20 - Darius Garland's next frontier 🔘 22:30 - Collin Sexton's value/future 🔘 28:05 - SEXLAND long term 🔘 30:06 - Isaac Okoro's ceiling 🔘 32:47 - The 10-man rotation 🔘 34:34 - Final roster spots/rotation slots 🔘 37:53 - Biggest weakness on roster 🔘 39:01 - Offense/defense rankings 🔘 40:51 - Trade candidates 🔘 42:22 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 43:47 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 45:54 - Win-total prediction/place in the East 🔘 50:33 - Would the Cavs make a consolidation trade? 🔘 52:36 - VIBES! Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 San Antonio Spurs Lookahead Oct 06, 2021

Dan is joined by Paul Garcia (@PaulGarciaNBA) from Project Spurs to discuss all things San Antonio Spurs ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. They cover San Antonio's overall direction, Dejounte Murray's development, the playmaking rotation, Josh Primo, Keldon Johnson's potential for improvement, Lonnie Walker IV's future, Devin Vassell's role, Thaddeus Young's value, lineup possibilities, the Ben Simmons trade rumors and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - Intro 🔘 2:51 - San Antonio's direction 🔘 5:02 - Do they have a primary cornerstone? 🔘 6:15 - Dejounte Murray's next step 🔘 7:40 - The Dejounte Murray-Derrick White combination 🔘 8:31 - Can Tre Jones (when healthy) fill the playmaking void? 🔘 9:32 - Is Josh Primo ready for immediate minutes? 🔘 11:13 - The need for San Antonio to experiment/play fast 🔘 16:03 - Keldon Johnson's ceiling 🔘 18:25 - Lonnie Walker IV's future 🔘 21:14 - Devin Vassell's role 🔘 23:12 - Thaddeus Young's value/future 🔘 25:06 - The frontcourt rotation 🔘 28:01 - The Ben Simmons discussion 🔘 30:55 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 32:51 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 33:53 - Win-total prediction/Place in the West 🔘 37:30 - Final roster cuts 🔘 38:52 - San Antonio's defensive identity Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Washington Wizards Lookahead Oct 05, 2021

Dan is joined by Quinton Mayo (@RealQuintonMayo) of BetMGM, Audacy and Blue Wire Pods for a deeeeeep dive into the Washington Wizards ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. They talk Bradley Beal's future, Daniel Gafford's development, Rui Hachimura's absence from training camp and prospective role, the Russell Westbrook trade, Spencer Dinwiddie's fit, the importance of Deni Avdija, the frontcourt rotation, trade candidates and so much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:00 - Intro 🔘 2:57 - Impact of the Russell Westbrook trade 🔘 6:17 - Spencer Dinwiddie's fit 🔘 10:15 - Expectations for Daniel Gafford 🔘 16:00 - Importance of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope/Kyle Kuzma 🔘 21:01 - The frontcourt rotation with/without Rui Hachimura 🔘 24:03 - Rui's offensive ceiling 🔘 26:11 - How Wiz will play under Wes Unseld Jr. 🔘 30:15 - Does Washington have enough secondary playmakers? 🔘 31:58 - Sophomore expectations for Deni Avdija 🔘 35:21 - Corey Kispert 🔘 38:14 - The perimeter defense 🔘 40:42 - Bradley Beal's future 🔘 45:58 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 47:54 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 50:20 - Win-total prediction/Washington's place in the East 🔘 54:30 - Montrezl Harrell's role 🔘 55:43 - Trade candidates Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Portland Trail Blazers Lookahead Oct 04, 2021

Dan is joined by Tara Bowen-Biggs (@tcbbiggs) from the We Have A Take podcast for a deeeeeep dive into the Portland Trail Blazers ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. We discuss Damian Lillard's future, CJ McCollum's value, Jusuf Nurkic's areas of improvement, Larry Nance Jr.'s fit, the development of Nassir Little and Anfernee Simons, which new additions will have the biggest impact, defensive concerns, trade candidates, potential lineups and so much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:17 - Intro 🔘 5:25 - Marquese Chriss' Wikipedia page 🔘 8:13 - Impressions of the Blazers' offseason 🔘 9:18 - Larry Nance Jr.'s fit 🔘 14:25 - Importance of Tony Snell and Cody Zeller 🔘 17:43 - Damian Lillard's future 🔘 28:39 - CJ McCollum's future/value 🔘 35:53 - Jusuf Nurkic's role/areas of improvement 🔘 41:42 - Will Anfernee Simons play a meaningful role? 🔘 45:03 - Nassir Little's role 🔘 47:42 - How much better can the Blazers defense get? 🔘 50:32 - Biggest weakness of the roster/Greg Brown thoughts 🔘 53:15 - Trade candidates 🔘 59:37 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 1:01:59 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 1:08:48 - Win-total prediction 🔘 1:12:07 - Final thoughts on Dame Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Detroit Pistons Lookahead Oct 03, 2021

Dan is joined by Lazarus Jackson (@lazchance) from SB Nation's Detroit Bad Boys and Blue Wire's Pistons vs. Everybody podcast for a wildly, and enjoyably, thorough deep dive into the Detroit Pistons in advance of the 2021-22 NBA season. They discuss Cade Cunningham, Killian Hayes, Jerami Grant, Kelly Olynyk, the secondary rotation, Saben Lee, the Sekou Doumboya trade, Detroit's overall direction, win-loss predictions, lineups and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:20 - Intro 🔘 3:14 - CHANCE JACKSON SCOUTING REPORT🗣🗣 🔘 4:48 - Overall impression of Pistons offseason 🔘 7:18 - The Sekou Doumbouya trade (aka LAZ PREDICTS TREY LYLES MAKES AN ALL-STAR TEAM) 🔘 10:12 - Rookie-year expectations for Cade Cunningham 🔘 16:29 - Jerami Grant, Round 2 🔘 20:09 - Hope for Killian Hayes 🔘 25:51 - Saddiq Bey's ceiling 🔘 30:04 - Isaiah Stewart's impact 🔘 36:41 - The frontcourt rotation 🔘 38:03 - Hamidou Diallo 🔘 40:20 - Josh Jackson 🔘 40:57 - Saben Lee 🔘 44:53 - Chris Smith 🔘 46:06 - Luka Garza/Isaiah Livers 🔘 48:47 - Trade candidates 🔘 1:00:49 - Biggest weaknesses 🔘 1:04:53 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 1:05:57 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 1:10:58 - Win-total prediction 🔘 1:15:23 - Pistons' overall direction and play style Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 LA Clippers Lookahead Oct 02, 2021

Dan is joined by Sabreena Merchant (@sabreenajm) from SB Nation and The Step Through podcast for a mega-ultra-super deep dive into the LA Clippers ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. They talk Kawhi Leonard's future and health, Paul George's MVP viability, Eric Bledsoe's fit, the center rotation, potential lineups, Luke Kennard's role, the flier on Justise Winslow, Ivica Zubac's defense, playing small and much, much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:30 - Intro 🔘 3:36 - Kawhi's health and future 🔘 6:52 - Eric Bledsoe's fit 🔘 11:45 - The secondary ball-handling rotation 🔘 13:31 - Is Paul George an MVP sleeper? 🔘 18:31 - Importance of Reggie Jackson & Nic Batum 🔘 22:24 - Terance Mann's development 🔘 24:41 - Serge Ibaka's health 🔘 25:17 - Harry Giles vs. Isaiah Hartenstein 🔘 26:27 - Will the Clippers play without a big more often? 🔘 29:12 - Justise Winslow's role 🔘 31:25 - Keon Johnson, Brandon Boston Jr., Jason Preston 🔘 33:56 - Is Luke Kennard fated for a bigger role? 🔘 37:12 - Biggest weakness of the roster 🔘 41:09 - Trade candidates 🔘 42:43 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 44:23 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 45:49 - Win-total prediction 🔘 49:37 - Marcus Morris thoughts Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Toronto Raptors Lookahead Oct 01, 2021

Dan is joined by Yasmin Duale (@carmelodrama) from the Dishes & Dimes podcast to cannonball into all things Toronto Raptors in advance of the 2021-22 NBA season. They talk Pascal Siakam's health and role, Fred VanVleet's room for improvement, OG Anunoby emerging as a star, the center rotation, Goran Dragic's fit, fringe roster spots, Malachi Flynn's development, Scottie Barnes' rookie expectations, lineups and muuuuuch more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 00:54 - Intro 🔘 2:33 - Goran Dragic's fit 🔘 4:48 - OG Anunoby's offensive evolution 🔘 7:13 - Pascal Siakam's return/Is he underrated now? 🔘 10:14 - Where must Fred VanVleet improve? 🔘 17:40 - Rookie-year expectations for Scottie Barnes 🔘 22:36 - The center rotation 🔘 24:55 - CHRIS BOUCHER FOREVER 🔘 27:06 - Precious Achiuwa 🔘 28:37 - Sophomore expectations for Malachi Flynn 🔘 30:24 - Yuta Watanabe's value 🔘 32:07 - Fringe-roster players 🔘 33:36 - Figuring out Toronto's direction 🔘 36:20 - Biggest functional void on the roster 🔘 38:14 - Trade candidates 🔘 39:55 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 41:24 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 42:44 - Win-total prediction/Toronto's place in the East 🔘 48:25 - Gary Trent Jr. feelz Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Dallas Mavericks Lookahead Sep 30, 2021

Dan is joined by Dalton Trigg (@Dalton_Trigg) of the Mavs Step Back podcast to break down all things Dallas Mavericks in advance of the 2021-22 NBA season. They discuss Luka Doncic's next step, Kristaps Porzingis' role, the frontcourt rotation, Jalen Brunson, offseason additions like Reggie Bullock and Sterling Brown, Tim Hardaway Jr.'s importance, lineups to look out for, trade candidates, trade targets and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:54 - Intro 🔘 4:23 - Did the Mavs have an underrated free agency? 🔘 7:17 - The Luka-plus-shooting model 🔘 9:05 - Impact Sterling Brown and Reggie Bullock 🔘 11:12 - Dallas' lack of secondary shot creation 🔘 14:15 - What does a better version of Luka look like? 🔘 19:17 - Kristaps-at-the-4(???) 🔘 25:52 - Trey Burke vs. Frank Ntilikina vs. Josh Green 🔘 32:44 - Other changes to expect under Jason Kidd 🔘 35:46 - Trade candidates/Trade targets 🔘 40:54 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 43:29 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 45:29 - Win-total prediction 🔘 47:33 - Final thoughts on Jason Kidd Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Boston Celtics Lookahead Sep 29, 2021

Dan is joined by Alex Kungu (@Kungu_NBA) from Hoops Island for a deeeeeep dive into the Boston Celtics ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. We're talking Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Marcus Smart, Dennis Schroder, Al Horford, Robert Williams III, Josh Richardson, Aaron Nesmith, Payton Pritchard, potential lineups, trade candidates and soooooo much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:54 - Intro 🔘 3:30 - Takeaways from Celtics offseason 🔘 6:37 - Can Jayson Tatum take another playmaking leap? 🔘 10:22 - Does Jaylen Brown have more table-setting in him? 🔘 16:41 - The fits of Dennis Schroder & Josh Richardson 🔘 19:36 - Marcus Smart's expanded role 🔘 21:49 - Robert Williams III's expanded role 🔘 23:56 - Will RWIII play a ton with Al Horford? 🔘 26:38 - Expectations for Payton Pritchard & Aaron Nesmith 🔘 28:50 - End of rotation decisions: Juan Hernangomez, Romeo Langford, Grant Williams, Jabari Parker 🔘 31:47 - Boston's defensive ceiling 🔘 35:08 - Trade candidates 🔘 38:21 - Best crunch-time lineup 🔘 40:32 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 43:32 - Win-total predictions 🔘 45:21 - Alex trolls the Knicks! (But also advocates for Kemba's defense!) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Oklahoma City Thunder Lookahead Sep 28, 2021

Dan is joined by Olivia Panchal (@olivianba) from Daily Thunder's Crossbolts podcast to break down the long-term trajectory and current expectations for the Oklahoma City Thunder in advance of the 2021-22 NBA season. We talk Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Josh Giddey, Tre Mann, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, tanking, trade candidates and much, much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:00 - Intro 🔘 3:40 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 🔘 8:23 - Impressions of Thunder's offseason 🔘 11:13 - Endgame for OKC's draft-pick armory 🔘 15:15 - Josh Giddey's game and fit 🔘 18:01 - How much will Tre Mann play? 🔘 19:18 - Jeremiah Robinson-Earl's role 🔘 21:55 - Expectations for Aleksej Pokusevski in Year 2 🔘 24:05 - Expectations for Darius Bazley 🔘 26:01 - Theo Maledon's upside 🔘 27:15 - The center rotation 🔘 28:13 - KENRICH WILLIAMS FOREVER 🔘 29:52 - Lu Dort's future 🔘 33:37 - Predicting OKC's second-leading scorer 🔘 34:30 - OKC's best chance at a second star 🔘 37:48 - Best closing lineup 🔘 38:34 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 43:57 - Win-total prediction 🔘 46:33 - Will SGA make the All-Star team? Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Milwaukee Bucks Lookahead Sep 27, 2021

Dan is joined by Ti Windisch (@TiWindisch) from the Gyro Step Podcast to discuss the immediate and long-term outlook of the REIGNING CHAMPION Milwaukee Bucks in advance of the 2021-22 NBA season. From Giannis Antetokounmpo's next step and Mike Budenholzer's improvement, to the importance of Bobby Portis and Donte DiVincenzo, to prospective weaknesses and trade candidates, we cover it all! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 0:00 - Intro 🔘 2:14 - Championship feelz 🔘 7:08 - Khris Middleton, I love you 🔘 11:00 - Importance of George Hill and Grayson Allen 🔘 15:18 - Donte DiVincenzo's return(?) 🔘 24:17 - Can Giannis get even better? 🔘 27:52 - Is P.J. Tucker's departure being overblown? 🔘 30:51 - Will Giannis play more 5? 🔘 33:26 - Bobby Portis' encore 🔘 40:06 - Milwaukee's Biggest weakness 🔘 44:35 - Trade candidates 🔘 49:06 - Best closing lineup 🔘 51:37 - Quirky lineups we want to see 🔘 53:55 - Win-total prediction 🔘 57:26 - The Khris-Giannis connection 🔘 1:03:48 - Mike Budenholzer Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Charlotte Hornets Lookahead Sep 26, 2021

Dan is joined by Konata Edwards (@NataTheScribe) from the Locked On Hornets podcast to discuss the ins, outs and diagonals of—you guessed it!—the Charlotte Hornets ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. We cover LaMelo Ball, Terry Rozier's extension and his on-court value, potential trade targets, James Bouknight's development, the center rotation, Miles Bridges' future, P.J. Washington's defense and so much friggin' more! TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Intro (0:57) 🔘 Grant Riller catharsis (2:39) 🔘 Why Charlotte didn't spend big on a center (7:06) 🔘 Rookie-year expectations for Kai Jones (12:45) 🔘 P.J. Washington's progress at the 5 (16:56) 🔘 Kelly Oubre Jr.'s fit (20:33) 🔘 Miles Bridges' ascendance/next contract (23:43) 🔘 Terry Rozier's extension/long-term value to Charlotte (33:26) 🔘 Early impressions of James Bouknight (40:15) 🔘 Where LaMelo Ball needs to improve (47:24) 🔘 Charlotte's place in the East (52:17) 🔘 Will the Hornets consider trading for a center? (1:02:21) 🔘 Best closing lineup (1:09:57) 🔘 Quirky lineups we want to see (1:11:32) 🔘 Win-total predictions/Eastern Conference standings (1:13:10) 🔘 Jalen McDaniels (1:21:31) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Indiana Pacers Lookahead Sep 25, 2021

Dan is joined by the world-famous Caitlin Cooper (C2_Cooper) from Indy Corn Rows and FiveThirtyEight to cannonball into all things Indiana Pacers ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season. From Rick Carlisle's impact on the offense and the frontcourt rotation, to Caris LeVert and T.J. Warren, to quirky lineups and potential trade candidates, we cover everything you can imagine—and then some. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 A quick thank you <3 (00:54) 🔘 Intro (6:50) 🔘 Rick Carlisle's impact on Indiana's play style (7:44) 🔘 Replacing Doug McDermott (12:13) 🔘 Torrey Craig's fit (16:18) 🔘 T.J. Warren's injury/importance (19:05) 🔘 Who's the fifth starter? (22:00) 🔘 The offensive pecking order/Domantas Sabonis (25:24) 🔘 Caris LeVert's next step (30:26) 🔘 The secondary rotation (33:11) 🔘 Myles Turner looks healthy?!? (36:17) 🔘 Trade candidates (37:41) 🔘 Biggest functional concern (42:02) 🔘 Best closing lineup (44:29) 🔘 Quirky lineups we want to see (45:48) 🔘 Win-total prediction/Indy's place in the East (47:54) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Atlanta Hawks Lookahead Sep 24, 2021

Dan speaks with Sarah K. Spencer (@sarah_k_spence) of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution about everything and anything Atlanta Hawks in advance of the 2021-22 NBA season. From Trae Young and John Collins, to De'Andre Hunter and Cam Reddish, to potential trades and Jalen Johnson-at-the-5, we cover it all. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Intro/Puppies! (00:00) 🔘 Impressions of the Hawks offseason (6:29) 🔘 Trae Young's next step (14:04) 🔘 Atlanta's offense when Trae sits (17:41) 🔘 The backup center rotation (22:22) 🔘 John Collins' growth (24:02) 🔘 Expectations for De'Andre Hunter (29:24) 🔘 Kevin Huerter and Cam Reddish (33:26) 🔘 Nate McMillan's impact (36:41) 🔘 Rookie-year expectations for Sharife Cooper and Jalen Johnson (40:07) 🔘 Are the Hawks built for a consolidation/blockbuster trade? (42:47) 🔘 Player most likely to be traded (51:49) 🔘 Best closing lineup (54:34) 🔘 Quirky lineups we want to see (55:22) 🔘 Win-total prediction (57:20) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Golden State Warriors Lookahead Sep 23, 2021

Dan is joined by Sam Esfandiari (@samesfandiari) of the Light Years Podcast to for an in-depth chat about the Golden State Warriors heading into the 2021-22 NBA season—and beyond. They cover everything from Ben Simmons trade rumors and Stephen Curry's performance, to the availability of Klay Thompson and James Wiseman, to the frontcourt rotation, Draymond Green-at-the-5 and season predictions. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Intro (00:00) 🔘 The Ben Simmons talk (2:53) 🔘 Jordan Poole/The offense when Steph sits (9:49) 🔘 Expectations for Klay Thompson (12:22) 🔘 Expectations for James Wiseman (16:00) 🔘 Jonathan Kuminga and Mose Moody (22:09) 🔘 Importance of Otto Porter Jr., Nemanja Bjelica and Andre Iguodala (24:47) 🔘 Will Golden State lean more on Draymond-at-the-5? (28:18) 🔘 Can Stephen Curry remain ageless? (34:23) 🔘 Best closing lineup (37:35) 🔘 Quirky lineups we want to see (40:08) 🔘 Win-total prediction (42:31) 🔘 Should we expect the Dubs to make a major trade? (44:05) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Houston Rockets Lookahead Sep 22, 2021

Dan is joined by Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) from the Red Nation Hoops podcast to talk about all things Houston Rockets heading into the 2021-22 NBA season. From John Wall and Ben Simmons trades, to Christian Wood and Jalen Green, to Jae'Sean Tate and Usman Garuba, we cover it all. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Overall impressions of the Rockets offseason (3:57) 🔘 How will the John Wall situation end? (5:12) 🔘 Other trade candidates on the Rockets (16:01) 🔘 Can the Rockets get involved in the Ben Simmons sweepstakes? (22:41) 🔘 Christian Wood's value to Houston (24:59) 🔘 Can Kevin Porter Jr. be a full-time floor general? (30:34) 🔘 Jalen Green's role (34:18) 🔘 How will the Rockets use Alperen Sengun? (38:00) 🔘 Rookie-year expectations for Josh Christopher, Usman Garuba (44:06) 🔘 Jae'Sean Tate's ceiling (47:14) 🔘 Is Kenyon Martin Jr. a long-term keeper? (52:18) 🔘 Where will the Rockets defense and offense rank? (54:26) 🔘 Best crunch-time lineup (1:00:04) 🔘 Quirky lineups we want to see (1:01:51) 🔘 Win-total prediction (1:04:59) 🔘 Final thoughts (1:11:54) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 New York Knicks Lookahead Sep 21, 2021

Dan is joined by Andrew Claudio (@AndrewJClaudio_), the producer of Knicks Film School (@KnicksFilmSkool) and co-host of Final Review (@FinalReviewPod), for a long chat about movies and, of course, the 2021-22 New York Knicks. First, they discuss the premise and movies that will be covered by Final Review, a must-listen for all actual and wannabe cinephiles. Then, they dig into the immediate and long-term future of the Knicks, covering everything from Julius Randle, RJ Barrett and possible trade targets, to Kemba Walker, Immanuel Quickley, Obi Toppin and player development. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘Final Review Podcast (2:13) 🔘Overall impression of Knicks offseason (22:25) 🔘Kemba Walker’s fit (30:26) 🔘The sustainability of Julius Randle (34:34) 🔘RJ Barrett’s offensive role (44:26) 🔘How good will the revamped Knicks be on defense? (51:45) 🔘Immanuel Quickley’s sophomore role (59:14) 🔘Will Obi Toppin get regular minutes? (1:03:15) 🔘Expectations for Quentin Grimes, Deuce McBride and draft what-ifs (1:12:43) 🔘Player most likely to be traded/How are the Knicks set up for a blockbuster move (1:21:44) 🔘Best closing lineup (1:25:20) 🔘Quirky lineups we want to see (1:27:08) 🔘Win-total prediction (1:29:10) 🔘The Damian Lillard talk (1:35:12) Be sure to subscribe to Final Review here. Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021 NBA Offseason Grades: Western Conference Sep 17, 2021

Dan is joined by Bleacher Report’s Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to drop their offseason grades for every team in the Western Conference. Buckle up, because we’re going off-road, through the weeds, over all sorts of other terrain, until we reach the Land of the Granular Takes and Scorching-Hot Feelz. If you haven't checked out the Eastern Conference report cards, you can do that here. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Dallas Mavericks (4:04) 🔘 Denver Nuggets (15:07) 🔘 Golden State Warriors (22:52) 🔘 Houston Rockets (42:10) 🔘 Los Angeles Clippers (51:29) 🔘 Los Angeles Lakers (59:13) 🔘 Memphis Grizzlies (1:14:02) 🔘 Minnesota Timberwolves (1:23:05) 🔘 New Orleans Pelicans (1:30:33) 🔘 Oklahoma City Thunder (1:46:21) 🔘 Phoenix Suns (1:56:52) 🔘 Portland Trail Blazers (2:07:41) 🔘 Sacramento Kings (2:15:05) 🔘 San Antonio Spurs (2:23:07) 🔘 Utah Jazz (2:32:53) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Ben Simmons, Wild LeBron Stats, Spurs, Tatum's MVP Path, Top Remaining Free Agents Sep 14, 2021

Our latest batch of listener questions covers Ben Simmons' potential fit on the Cavaliers, Jayson Tatum's MVP candidacy, the Utah Jazz's center rotation, the top remaining NBA free agents, some wild LeBron James stats, top under-25 talents and muuuuuch more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Are any NBA players misplaced? (2:30) 🔘 The Rudy Gobert/Hassan Whiteside dynamic (9:04) 🔘 OG Anunoby's best defensive role (15:18) 🔘 Remaining free agents who can make an impact (18:59) 🔘 Most superstar upside for under-25 players (23:54) 🔘 Is Cleveland a realistic landing spot for Ben Simmons? (28:23) 🔘 Best mid-range savants, non-CP3 division (36:36) 🔘 Will Jayson Tatum be an MVP candidate? (39:15) 🔘 Are the Spurs underrated? (45:46) 🔘 Wild LeBron stats (49:36) 🔘 Most efficient guards who played under 30 minutes last season (54:41) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021 NBA Offseason Grades: Eastern Conference Sep 09, 2021

Dan is joined by Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to drop their offseason grades for every team in the Eastern Conference. Buckle up, because we're going off-road, through the weeds, over all sorts of other terrain, until we reach the Land of the Granular Takes and Scorching-Hot Feelz. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Grading Criteria (2:46) 🔘 Atlanta Hawks (5:26) 🔘 Boston Celtics (13:17) 🔘 Brooklyn Nets (25:14) 🔘 Charlotte Hornets (31:58) 🔘 Chicago Bulls (42:57) 🔘 Cleveland Cavaliers (55:13) 🔘 Detroit Pistons (1:02:42) 🔘 Indiana Pacers (1:10:45) 🔘 Miami Heat (1:16:41) 🔘 Milwaukee Bucks (1:25:12) 🔘 New York Knicks (1:32:10) 🔘 Orlando Magic (1:46:13) 🔘 Philadelphia 76ers (1:51:16) 🔘 Toronto Raptors (1:57:23) 🔘 Washington Wizards (2:06:53) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021-22 Breakout Candidates for Every Western Conference Team Sep 07, 2021

Adam and Dan select one player from every Western Conference team they believe could have a breakout year in 2021-22. Be sure to check out our Eastern Conference edition of this exercise here. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Dallas Mavericks (3:45) 🔘 Denver Nuggets (10:39) 🔘 Golden State Warriors (19:35) 🔘 Houston Rockets (26:33) 🔘 Los Angeles Clippers (31:31) 🔘 Los Angeles Lakers (35:59) 🔘 Memphis Grizzlies (40:25) 🔘 Minnesota Timberwolves (44:59) 🔘 New Orleans Pelicans (53:08) 🔘 Oklahoma City Thunder (1:00:44) 🔘 Phoenix Suns (1:07:03) 🔘 Portland Trail Blazers (1:12:11) 🔘 Sacramento Kings (1:16:42) 🔘 San Antonio Spurs (1:23:10) 🔘 Utah Jazz (1:26:37) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Simmons Trade Rumors, 2021-22 Breakout Candidates for Every Eastern Conference Team Sep 02, 2021

Adam and Dan dissect the latest Ben Simmons trade rumors AND rap about his best potential destinations. After that, they move on to their 2021-22 breakout candidate for every NBA team in the Eastern Conference. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Ben Simmons trade rumors (2:37) 🔘 Hawks (17:44) 🔘 Celtics (21:27) 🔘 Nets (26:07) 🔘 Hornets (30:27) 🔘 Bulls (34:40) 🔘 Cavaliers (39:56) 🔘 Pistons (46:20) 🔘 Pacers (50:42) 🔘 Heat (55:21) 🔘 Bucks (59:59) 🔘 Knicks (64:16) 🔘 Magic (69:46) 🔘 Sixers (73:58) 🔘 Raptors (79:47) 🔘 Wizards (84:29) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG PART 2: RJ Barrett, Dubs, Rockets, Bucks, OG Anunoby, Surprises/Disappointments Aug 27, 2021

MAIL TIME. Hardwood Knocks is back with Part 2 of our mailbag with questions that cover RJ Barrett, the New York Knicks, potential surprises and disappointments for next season, the Houston Rockets, OG Anunoby, Toronto Raptors, Golden State Warriors and much more. If missed Part 1, check that out here. 🔘 OG Anunoby (1:55) 🔘 Best offenses in postseason history (6:53) 🔘 What should the Rockets starting five be? (10:07) 🔘 How does the Bucks offseason look after not signing PJ Tucker? (15:33) 🔘 Dante Exum or Frank Ntilikina? (19:50) 🔘 Is RJ Barrett underrated? (21:01) 🔘 Who's the fourth-best team in the East? (25:55) 🔘 Recent mega-jumps (30:02) 🔘 Michael Porter Jr.'s defense (31:17) 🔘 Most average player at every position (32:18) 🔘 Which team will underachieve/overachieve most next season? (33:21) 🔘 Should the Warriors sign another free agent? (39:03) 🔘 Could the Grizzlies be a sleeper team in Ben Simmons sweepstakes? (42:38) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dillon Brooks/Kyle Anderson Trades, Klay Thompson, Hornets, Jokic's MVP Case, T-Wolves' Ceiling Aug 25, 2021

MAIL TIME. In the first of a two-part listener-driven shindig, Hardwood Knocks comes up with the best fits and trades for Kyle Anderson and Dillon Brooks; Brandon Clarke's NBA ceiling; expectations for the Minnesota Timberwolves; potential lineups for the Charlotte Hornets; the path to Nikola Jokic winning a second NBA MVP; the Denver Nuggets' place in the Western Conference without Jamal Murray; a what-if Klay Thompson scenario; and much more! TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 What's the ceiling on a fully healthy Timberwolves team? (3:01) 🔘 What must Nikola Jokic do to repeat as MVP? (5:51) 🔘 Are the Nuggets a top-four contender with Jamal Murray? (10:10) 🔘 How good would a team with Klay Thompson as its best player be? (13:42) 🔘 Brandon Clarke's future (18:17) 🔘 Should the Grizzlies move Kyle Anderson/Dillon Brooks (19:59) 🔘 Best Kyle Anderson/Dillon Brooks trade destinations (24:52) 🔘 Starting/closing lineup options for the Hornets (33:35) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Rumors and News Catch-Up: Ben Simmons, Joel Embiid, Terry Rozier, Marcus Smart Aug 20, 2021

It's time to catch up on the latest batch of NBA rumors and news. In this episode, Dan covers the Terry Rozier extension, Marcus Smart extension, Joel Embiid extension, Ben Simmons trade rumors, the Philadelphia 76ers' future, the 2021 Christmas Day Slate, potential rookie extensions and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Terry Rozier extension (1:28) 🔘 Marcus Smart extension (6:49) 🔘 Impact of extensions on free agency (10:36) 🔘 Long-term financial security vs. Tile contention (14:56) 🔘 Analyzing the Joel Embiid extension (19:56) 🔘 Will Ben Simmons END next season in Philly? (24:11) 🔘 Can you build around Ben Simmons? (34:06) 🔘 Kevin Durant/Draymond Green interview (40:58) 🔘 Most interesting rookie extensions (42:58) 🔘 What are the Grizzlies doing?!? (49:46) 🔘 Best rehabilitation projects from 2017 draft class (55:44) 🔘 Scorching-hot 2021 Christmas Day schedule takezzz (59:45) 🔘 #WashedKing (1:02:06) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Draft Steals, Suggs vs Barnes, Rudy Gobert, Kings Defense, Warriors, Richaun Holmes Aug 17, 2021

MAIL TIME. Our latest plunge for listener questions will cover studs from Summer League; our bigger non-lottery steals from the 2021 draft; Richaun Holmes; the Golden State Warriors' wing rotation; the Sacramento Kings' defense; Jalen Suggs vs. Scottie Barnes; the Denver Nuggets; the Charlotte Hornets; Russell Westbrook; and much more. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Summer League takeaways (2:27) 🔘 Predicting biggest draft steals outside the lottery (11:28) 🔘 Bol Bol (17:56) 🔘 Is Atlanta built for a trade? (22:57) 🔘 When did positions become so fluid? (27:09) 🔘 Rudy Gobert or The Field for DPOY? (30:20) 🔘 Jamal Murray/Nuggets (34:34) 🔘 Scottie Barnes vs. Jalen Suggs (39:10) 🔘 Best way to compare players at different players?(42:13) 🔘 The Warriors wing rotation (45:27) 🔘 Unassisted threes (55:00) 🔘 Kings defense (57:28) 🔘 Russell Westbrook/Lakers (1:02:37) 🔘 The Jazz (1:03:45) 🔘 Should the Hornets have gone harder after Richaun Holmes? (1:07:11) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Agent Todd Ramasar on Josh Primo to the Spurs, Pre-Draft Process Aug 12, 2021

Josh Primo, the youngest player in the 2021 draft, was initially projected to go in the second round. He ended up with the San Antonio Spurs at No. 12. How did that happen? Dan spoke Todd Ramasar (@tramasar), agent to Primo and Pascal Siakam, as well as the founder and president of Life Sports Agency, about what went into Josh's rise and how impactful the pre-draft process is in general. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Todd's first impressions of Josh (4:25) 🔘 How Josh prepared for the draft (6:50) 🔘 Josh's developmental curve outside of Alabama (11:55) 🔘 Concerns Josh had to overturn during pre-draft process (16:34) 🔘 When was it clear Josh would be drafted much earlier than expected? (19:44) 🔘 How youth factors into projecting draft prospects (22:22) 🔘 Impact of Josh's performance at the draft combine (26:12) 🔘 Was it *actually* a surprise to see Josh go at No. 12? (29:08) 🔘 Importance of organizational fit for draft prospects (32:15) 🔘 Unique impact of individual workouts for 2021 draft class (34:55) 🔘 The player-agent relationship (39:38) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Steph vs. Trae, Raptors, Bulls, Jazz, Kangz(?), Mavs, Hornets, RJ Barrett, More Aug 10, 2021

test dive into listener questions includes a look at Stephen Curry's Year 3 in the NBA vs. Trae Young's Year 3 in the NBA; the highest usage rate of all time among LeBron James' teammates; how much the Charlotte Hornets improved; the Toronto Raptors' approach to building a team; breakout candidates for the Orlando Magic; the developmental arc of RJ Barrett; ideal acquisitions the Dallas Mavericks could still target; and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Youngest championship teams (1:41) 🔘 LeBron's highest-usage teammates ever (4:54) 🔘 Oldest players at summer league (7:09) 🔘 Trae Young vs. Steph Curry in Year 3 (12:20) 🔘 Did the Hornets improve? Should they have spent more on a center? (15:45) 🔘 Will the Jazz be better than they were last season? (21:51) 🔘 The Kings' offseason (29:01) 🔘 The Raptors' roster construction (33:54) 🔘 Ideal "gets" for the Mavericks (39:04) 🔘 Breakout candidates for the Magic (47:58) 🔘 Predicting next season's biggest disappointments (50:45) 🔘 Year 3 expectations for RJ Barrett (1:01:01) 🔘 Would you re-do any of the Knicks' moves? (1:06:24) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Giannis Antetokounmpo: The Impossible Rise of an NBA MVP Aug 06, 2021

You may have heard that The Ringer's Mirin Fader (@MirinFader) has a book coming out on August 10: Giannis Antetokounmpo: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP. Well, she joined Hardwood Knocks to talk anything and everything about the book, from the writing process during a pandemic to what she sees driving Giannis forward in the wake of the Milwaukee Bucks' NBA title. Along the way, she reveals the ultimate sports-related reading list, her thoughts on Simone Biles, and so much more that's sure to capture your attention and interest. Purchase Giannis Antetokounmpo: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP here. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Striking a balance between writing about basketball and Giannis' identity off the court (2:27) 🔘 The writing process, and how it was impacted by the pandemic (5:38) 🔘 Watching Milwaukee's title run after writing the book (10:36) 🔘 The fact-checking/collaboration process (15:29) 🔘 What will Giannis' motivation be after winning MVPs and a title? (18:12) 🔘 Giannis finding his political voice (19:58) 🔘 Giannis' impact on Black Greek people in Athens (22:51) 🔘 Brace yourself Atlanta Hawks fans 😬 (24:33) 🔘 Giannis' relative anonymity entering the 2013 draft and during his rookie season (26:01) 🔘 Favorite quote from the Bucks' championship run (30:22) 🔘 Getting unique insight into Giannis' personality (32:03) 🔘 Thoughts on the reaction to Simone Biles withdrawing from Olympic events (33:27) 🔘 Mirin's quintessential sports-related books (39:22) 🔘 Mirin's writing influences (41:25) 🔘 Book release (44:20) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Free-Agency Winners & Losers (So Far): Lakers, Pelicans, Bulls, Bucks, Heat, Knicks, Raptors, Warriors Aug 04, 2021

Good lord. The first couple days of NBA free agency were a whirlwind. And while there's still plenty of offseason left to unfold, Hardwood Knocks tapped Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to dole out early impressions of what's taken place so far. Along with Dan, he covers the moves made by the Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks, New Orleans Pelicans, Golden State Warriors, Sacramento Kings, Phoenix Suns, Chicago Bulls, Houston Rockets, Milwaukee Bucks, Miami Heat, Toronto Raptors and muuuuch more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Free-Agency landscape (2:10) 🔘 Lakers (6:19) 🔘 Bulls (17:06) 🔘 Pelicans (27:01) 🔘 Heat (34:22) 🔘 Knicks (44:44) 🔘 Warriors (57:43) 🔘 Raptors (1:07:09) 🔘 Western Conference hierarchy (1:14:45) 🔘 Suns (1:22:18) 🔘 Kings (1:26:06) 🔘 Cavs/Jarrett Allen (1:27:54) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021 NBA Offseason Trade & Free-Agency Targets for Every Eastern Conference Team Jul 29, 2021

Hardwood Knocks analyzes the free-agency and trade markets for all 15 NBA teams in the Eastern Conference, a journey that covers proposed targets and hypothetical trades galore. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 👉 Hawks (3:20) 👉 Celtics (8:31) 👉 Nets (18:44) 👉 Hornets (24:48) 👉 Bulls (30:57) 👉 Cavaliers (39:46) 👉 Pistons (46:27) 👉 Pacers (50:19) 👉 Heat (56:28) 👉 Bucks (59:59) 👉 Knicks (1:04:33) 👉 Magic (1:09:44) 👉 Sixers (1:12:43) 👉 Raptors (1:17:51) 👉 Wizards (1:21:15) Check out our trade and free-agency targets for every Western Conference team here. Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: bwhustle.com/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grizzlies-Pelicans Trade, Top Free-Agency & Trade Targets for Every Western Conference Team Jul 27, 2021

NBA Offseason mode is fully engaged, and so are we. Adam and Dan analyze the ins and outs of the trade between the New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies, covering everything from the cap mechanisms to how it impacts Lonzo Ball, Kyle Lowry, Ja Morant and much more. After that, we give our top trade and free-agency targets for all 15 Western Conference teams. Let's ride! TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Pelicans-Grizzlies Trade Analysis (1:53) 👉 Impact on Pelicans (3:30) 👉 Impact on Grizzlies (17:44) 🔘 Top Trade and Free-Agency Targets 👉 Grizzlies (26:53) 👉 Pelicans (33:33) 👉 Mavericks (46:07) 👉 Nuggets (52:15) 👉 Warriors (57:57) 👉 Rockets (1:03:32) 👉 Clippers (1:07:06) 👉 Lakers (1:13:06) 👉 Timberwolves (1:18:36) 👉 Thunder (1:21:57) 👉 Suns (1:27:16) 👉 Blazers (1:33:26) 👉 Kings (1:37:25) 👉 Spurs (1:43:56) 👉 Jazz (1:48:33) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: bwhustle.com/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021 NBA Draft Primer Jul 26, 2021

NBA DRAFT SZN LET'S F'N GO! Hardwood Knocks brings back the best in the biz, Adam Spinella (@Spinella14) of The Box and One (@theboxandone_) to discuss everything about the 2021 NBA draft. We cover how to go about building a big board, draft philosophy, Coach Spins' top-10 big board, the most underrated prospects, Jalen Suggs, Jalen Green, Evan Mobley, Jared Butler, Sharife Cooper, Trey Murphy III, Davion Mitchell, Usman Garuba, Scottie Barnes, some of YOUR questions and muuuuch more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Approach to building a draft-prospect big board (2:24) 🔘 Drafting best player available vs. drafting for fit (11:08) 🔘 Top 10 Big Board (21:24) 🔘 Evan Mobley vs. Scottie Barnes (29:50) 🔘 Usman Garuba (33:48) 🔘 Davion Mitchell (37:02) 🔘 Alperen Sengun (39:59) 🔘 Jalen Johnson (43:02) 🔘 Sharife Cooper (46:12) 🔘 Most Underrated Prospects: 👉Guard/Primary Playmaker (49:08) 👉Wing (49:59) 👉Big (51:18) 🔘 Cam Thomas (52:38) 🔘 Bones Highland (54:32) 🔘 Ayo Dosunmu (59:00) 🔘 Trey Murphy III (61:20) 🔘 Can the Suns trade up for Kai Jones? (1:05:58) 🔘 How do we normalize NBA comps? (1:07:24) 🔘 Will James Bouknight go in the top 10? (1:11:20) 🔘 Best shooters in the draft (1:11:51) 🔘 If the Warriors keep their picks, who should they target at No. 7 and No. 14 ? (1:15:07) 🔘 Bradley Beal, Pascal Siakam and the Warriors (1:17:48) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: bwhustle.com/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GIANNIS FOREVER, Lakers and Clippers Offseason Outlooks Jul 22, 2021

Hardwood Knocks brings in SB Nation's Sabreena Merchant (@sabreenajm) to discuss all things Lakers and Clippers—trades, free agency, Kawhi Leonard, Anthony Davis, LeBron James, Kyle Kuzma, Reggie Jackson, coaching, everything. But first: We pour one out for Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks! 👉Giannis/Bucks (1:26) 👉Clippers Offseason Outlook 🔘 How Kawhi's injury impacts the Clippers' offseason approach (3:51) 🔘 Importance of bringing back Nicolas Batum and Reggie Jackson (10:22) 🔘 Will the Clippers make a big swing on the trade market? (14:57) 🔘 Will Serge Ibaka be back? (21:54) 🔘 Terance Mann's development (24:17) 🔘 Ivica Zubac (27:51) 👉Lakers Offseason Outlook 🔘 How much pressure is on LA to find a new third-best player? (29:18) 🔘 Possible trade targets (33:15) 🔘 Keep or Nah? (38:34) -Andre Drummond -Dennis Schroder -Talen Horton-Tucker -Alex Caruso -Montrezl Harrell -Wesley Matthews -Markieff Morris -Jared Dudley 🔘 More likely: Trading for a veteran point guard under contract or sign-and-trade? (46:42) 🔘 Kyle Kuzma's value (48:39) 🔘 Anthony Davis-at-the-5/Marc Gasol (52:19) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Bucks-Suns, Damian Lillard, Underrated NBA Skills, Nuggets Offseason Jul 19, 2021

MAIL TIME. Hardwood Knocks' latest listener-steered trip around the NBA covers the NBA Finals, Phoenix Suns' three-game losing streak, Milwaukee Bucks' uptick in play, Devin Booker, Jrue Holiday, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Chris Paul, the Denver Nuggets, Damian Lillard and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Suns adjustments for Game 6 (1:46) 🔘 Jrue Holiday (6:32) 🔘 Phoenix's one-star minutes (8:36) 🔘 Suns' offensive flow (11:07) 🔘 Weird vibes about Game 6 (20:30) 🔘 Chris Paul (24:31) 🔘 Finals rotations (25:48) 🔘 Devin Booker (32:39) 🔘 Finals scoring records (33:32) 🔘 Most underrated skill for modern-day NBA player (35:56) 🔘 Nuggets offseason priorities (39:09) 🔘 Damian Lillard (49:16) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kawhi Leonard Injury Fallout, Anatomy of Fake Trades + Trade Ideas Jul 14, 2021

Adam and Dan discuss the process behind how they come up with fake NBA trades, and how they prepare for the negative backlash of them. This was a fun, fantastic conversation, and we strongly recommend listening to it in its entirety. After that, though, we talk about actual fake trades involving the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Boston Celtics, Atlanta Hawks, San Antonio Spurs, Indiana Pacers, Portland Trail Blazers, Los Angeles Clippers and much more. Finally, Dan discusses the impact of Kawhi Leonard's partially right torn ACL on his future, as well as the Clippers' outlook. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 👉Process of Building Fake Trades (0:00) 🔘 Approach to building fake trades (4:01) 🔘 Importance of the "Both Sides" perspective (8:30) 🔘 What to look at when building fake trades (9:41) 🔘 Why fake trades don't have to be predictive (13:43) 🔘 Contextualizing every element of a trade (19:26) 🔘 Dealing with angry responses to fake trades (32:50) 👉ACTUAL FAKE TRADES (41:34) 🔘 Ben Simmons (43:25) 🔘 Hawks/Rockets (48:15) 🔘 Lakers/Nets (50:56) 🔘 Rockets/Hornets (53:30) 🔘 Cavs/Heat (56:05) 🔘 Celtics/Nuggets (59:30) 🔘 Clippers/Thunder (1:01:55) 🔘 Timberwolves/Magic (1:04:14) 🔘 Mavs/Nuggets (1:06:55) 🔘 Pelicans/Pacers/Spurs (1:08:56) 👉Kawhi Leonard Injury Fallout 🔘 Timeline for return (1:12:48) 🔘 Free Agency (1:14:44) 🔘 Clippers outlook without Kawhi (1:15:52) 🔘 Trade/Free-agency targets post-Kawhi injury (1:18:59) 🔘 Impact on 2022 championship landscape (1:29:37) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Jrue Holiday, Bucks Needs, 2018 Re-Draft, Eastern Conference Outlook Jul 12, 2021

MAIL TIME. Our latest jaunt through listener questions covers Jrue Holiday's playoff struggles, the Milwaukee Bucks' long-term roster needs, the NBA Finals, Deandre Ayton, a 2018 Re-Draft, the future of the Eastern Conference and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Jrue Holiday (1:02) 🔘 The Suns! (7:17) 🔘 More Jrue Holiday (12:42) 🔘 Future of the Eastern Conference (14:08) 🔘 Bucks offseason targets (16:50) 🔘 Re-Drafting top eight picks of 2018 draft (22:24) 🔘 Drafting philosophy (28:26) 🔘 Do Bucks need another primary ball-handler? (31:16) 🔘 Expectations for Ime Udoka in Boston (38:06) 🔘 Teams to lose playoff games after shooting 50% from three (40:35) 🔘 All-Time postseason leaders in PER and VORP (42:08) 🔘 Collin Sexton's extension (43:54) 🔘 Best Reggie Jackson fits (47:50) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Suns-Bucks Finals Takeaways, Most Interesting Teams of NBA Offseason Jul 09, 2021

Dan is joined by Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to discuss their biggest takeaways for the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks two games into the 2021 NBA Finals—a conversation that includes a long-term view of the Bucks' roster, and whether Devin Booker is a top-10 NBA player. After that, Dan and Grant each give their three most interesting teams of the NBA offseason. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 👉THE FINALS 🔘 Suns-Bucks takeaways (2:15) 🔘 Where do the Bucks go from here? (19:47) 🔘 Devin Booker is a top ___ player in the NBA (27:24) 👉Most Interesting Teams of the NBA Offseason 🔘 Team 1 (37:41) 🔘 Team 2 (45:36) 🔘 Team 3 (53:26) 🔘 Team 4 (1:03:56) 🔘 Team 5 (1:11:34) 🔘 Team 6 (1:21:10) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks IG: @hardwood_knocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chauncey Billups, Becky Hammon, Damian Lillard's Future, CJ McCollum Trades, Blazers Offseason Outlook Jul 05, 2021

Tara Bowen-Biggs (@tcbbiggs) from the We Have A Take podcast returns to Hardwood Knocks to discuss the Portland Trail Blazers' complicated offseason and the terrible start to which it's off. First, Tara and Dan talk about the decision to hire Chauncey Billups, Neil Olshey's tactlessness, the tokenism of Becky Hammon, and the message this all sends to the fanbase. After that, they get into Damian Lillard's future and what a Dame trade could look like; Jusuf Nurkic's value; Norman Powell's free agency (and dogs!); C.J. McCollum trades; other potential Blazers trades; free-agency targets; Derrick Jones Jr.; Robert Covington; and sooooo much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 The Chauncey Billups hire (1:48) 🔘 Damian Lillard's future (21:15) 🔘 Jusuf Nurkic's future/value (28:05) 🔘 Should the Blazers trade CJ McCollum? (35:37) 🔘 Should Portland want Ben Simmons? (40:27) 🔘 Norman Powell's long-term fit (47:03) 🔘 Derrick Jones Jr. (51:14) 🔘 Most likely to be back: Enes Kanter, Rondae Hollis-Jefferson or Carmelo Anthony? (58:08) 🔘 Biggest need for Blazers in trades/free agency (1:01:43) 🔘 Zach Collins (1:03:06) 🔘 Trade/Free-Agency targets (1:07:40) 🔘 TRADE IDEAS! (1:11:04) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Twitter: @HardwoodKnocks Instagram: @hardwood_knocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Hawks-Bucks, Atlanta Trades, Turner vs. Sabonis, Grizzlies Trades, Underrated Free Agents Jul 02, 2021

MAIL TIME AGAIN. Hardwood Knocks drops our second mailbag of the week to discuss the Hawks-Bucks series immediately following Game 5 and take a look at what Atlanta needs long term to solidify its place as a contender. After that, we get into Dejounte Murray's value, the Myles Turner vs. Domantas Sabonis debate, an Indiana Pacers trade idea, Memphis Grizzlies trade ideas, Julius Randle's leap, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's future, underrated free agents and much more. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Hawks-Bucks (1:31) 🔘 Offseason trade idea for Atlanta? (12:32) 🔘 Dejounte Murray's value (18:40) 🔘 Myles Turner vs. Domantas Sabonis (22:47) 🔘 How injuries have impacted playoffs (28:44) 🔘 Julius Randle (35:37) 🔘 How can the Blazers improve the roster? (39:57) 🔘 Better matchup for Suns in the Finals: Hawks or Bucks? (44:20) 🔘 Should the Grizzlies try trading for a star? (47:08) 🔘 Zach Collins' future (57:40) 🔘 How better spacing has helped stars get to the mid-range jumper? (59:43) 🔘 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appreciation STIZZATZ (63:20) 🔘 Underrated free agents (65:09) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Dame Lillard, Playoff Rant, Suns-Clippers, Russ Trades(?), Knicks, Jazz, Kings, More Jun 28, 2021

MAIL TIME. This week's listener-driven trip around the NBA includes the Phoenix Suns-Los Angeles Clippers series; a playoff-discourse rant; Damian Lillard's unhappiness; Chauncey Billups joining the Portland Trail Blazers; a look at the New York Knicks' expectations for next season; Russell Westbrook Trade destinations; Jarrett Allen's value to the Cleveland Cavaliers; scouting reports on Cade Cunningham and Evan Mobley; Utah Jazz trade targets; a Sacramento Kings stat; and much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Dame/Billups (0:38) 🔘 Hawks-Bucks (9:02) 🔘 Suns, Bucks, playoff luck rant (11:22) 🔘 Deandre Ayton (21:49) 🔘 Young stars taking the torch (26:46) 🔘 Out of bounds call rule changes (34:22) 🔘 Chris Paul (36:15) 🔘 Better matchup for the Suns: Bucks or Hawks? (38:26) 🔘 Jazz trade targets (43:22) 🔘 Expectations for Knicks next season (48:27) 🔘 Cade Cunningham's fit in Detroit (53:54) 🔘 Most likely Dame destinations 😬 (59:38) 🔘 Will Ben Simmons be an All-Star next year (1:00:50) 🔘 Kings performance vs playoff teams (1:05:08) 🔘 Jarrett Allen suitors (1:06:07) 🔘 What team can Russell Westbrook maximize his value with next season? (1:09:19) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Draft Lottery Fallout, New York Knicks Outlook Jun 23, 2021

Dan begins the episode dealing with the fallout from the 2021 NBA draft lottery. Will the Toronto Raptors consider trading the No. 4 pick? Can the Golden State Warriors trade for a star using No. 7, No. 14 and James Wiseman? Will there be a lot of moves at the back of the lottery and on draft night? After that, Andrew Claudio (@AndreJClaudio_) and Jonathan Macri (@JCMacriNBA) from Knicks Film School join the pod to discuss—you guessed it—the New York Knicks' future. They tackle Julius Randle's value, RJ Barrett's ceiling, potential free-agency targets and just where the Knicks are generally headed from here. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Biggest questions following NBA Draft lottery (2:57) 🔘 THE KNICKS! (34:16) 👉 How should we view the success of this season? (37:03) 👉 Importance of this offseason (42:03) 👉 Lonzo Ball's potential fit (48:17) 👉 Other free-agent targets for the Knicks (57:07) 👉 Who among their own free agents NEEDS to be re-signed (1:03:02) 👉 Futures of Julius Randle and Mitchell (1:12:37) 👉 RJ Barrett's ceiling (1:19:58) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Kemba Trade Eval, Jazz Trade/Fa Targets, Marcus Smart's Future, More Jun 21, 2021

MAIL TIME. Hardwood Knocks' latest trip to ListenersAskQuestionsville covers the Utah Jazz's future, the Kemba Walker trade, the Boston Celtics' future, Marcus Smarts' contract extension, Denver Nuggets trade and free-agency targets, the Philadelphia76ers and Atlanta Hawks, the Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Clippers, injuries and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Should the NBA have postponed start of Conference Finals? (1:08) 🔘 Who comes out of the East? (3:30) 🔘 Ty Lue's coaching (7:08) 🔘 Jazz free-agency/trade targets (15:44) 🔘 Highest 3P% in a single postseason run (25:25) 🔘 Denver free-agency/targets (28:47) 🔘 Best pull-up three-point shooters in the postseason (37:45) 🔘 Analyzing the Kemba Walker trade (39:23) 🔘 Best player in the playoffs so far (48:00) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sixers' Ben Simmons Problem, Bucks-Nets, Kawhi, CP3, LeBron, Pelicans & Wizards Coaching Jobs Jun 17, 2021

Hardwood Knocks tackles the fallout from the Philadelphia 76ers' epic collapse(s) against the Atlanta Hawks; asks whether a Ben Simmons trade is inevitable; discusses the injuries to Kawhi Leonard and Mike Conley; breaks down the impact of Chris Paul entering the NBA's health and safety protocols; addresses LeBron James' comments about this season and the seeming uptick in injuries; takes stock of the New Orleans Pelicans' decision to fire Stan Van Gundy; and breaks down the league's most attractive coaching openings following Scott Brooks' exit in Washington. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Hawks-Sixers, Does Philly have a Ben Simmons problem? (1:59) 🔘 Bucks-Nets (15:35) 🔘 Kawhi Leonard, Chris Paul, Mike Conley (25:04) 🔘 LeBron James' comments on the season (30:37) 🔘 Scott Brooks (35:40) 🔘 Fallout of Stan Van Gundy leaving the Pelicans (38:33) 🔘 Turbulence in Dallas (45:06) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAIL TIME: Nikola Jokic Rant, Bucks/Nets, Suns Core, Joel Embiid vs Jokic, Jazz vs PHX Jun 14, 2021

MAIL TIME. Hardwood Knocks' latest bag was FULL of mail. We talked Nikola Jokic; Jokic vs. Joel Embiid; Milwaukee Bucks-Brooklyn Nets; the Phoenix Suns' success; the Utah Jazz's performance vs. the Los Angeles Clippers; possible Buddy Hield and Malcolm Brogdon trades; efficient rookies; Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves; an off-beat build-your-team exercise; and much, MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Nikola Jokic rant (1:06) 🔘 What goes into ranking stars? (10:12) 🔘 Joel Embiid vs. Nikola Jokic (15:21) 🔘 Build a five-man lineup that can... (23:58) 🔘 Cameron Payne/Torrey Craig (28:37) 🔘 Tougher WCF matchup for the Suns: Utah or LAC (31:32) 🔘 Clippers-Jazz (34:59) 🔘 Efficient rookies (40:25) 🔘 Top iso scorers in the playoffs (42:55) 🔘 Malcolm Brogdon/Buddy Hield trades (45:50) 🔘 James Harden (54:20) 🔘 Ben Simmons' defense vs. Trae Young (56:14) 🔘 Karl-Anthony Towns/Timberwolves (58:08) 🔘 Anthony Edwards (1:01:14) 🔘 What happens if the Nets lose to Milwaukee? (1:05:35) Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nate Bjorkgren Fired, Indiana Pacers Outlook with Caitlin Cooper Jun 09, 2021

Dan talks with the GOAT, Caitlin Cooper (@C2_Cooper) from Indy Cornrows, about the Indiana Pacers' future. They discuss everything from Nate Bjorkgren's failures and the LIVE reaction to his firing, to the makeup of the roster and Caris LeVert's play post-trade from the Nets, to T.J. McConnell, Doug McDermott, T.J. Warren, Domantas Sabonis, Myles Turner, potential trades and much, much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 The Bjorkgren experience (2:46) 🔘 Does the roster need to change? (12:43) 🔘 T.J. McConnell/Doug McDermott (17:52) 🔘 Reaction to Bjorkgren's exit (21:43) 🔘 Impressions of Caris LeVert (24:51) 🔘 T.J. Warren (32:10) 🔘 Oshae Brissett, Edmond Sumner (36:42) 🔘 Player most likely to get traded (39:58) 🔘 A dive into the defense (43:00) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Boston Celtics Deep Dive, Future of Dame/McCollum, Jazz, Suns, Nets-Bucks Jun 07, 2021

MAIL TIME. Dan brings on Alex Kungu (@Kungu_NBA) to discuss the state of the Boston Celtics, including Danny Ainge's legacy, Brad Stevens' promotion, head coaching candidates, Marcus Smart's value, Kemba Walker trades, Aaron Nesmith, Romeo Langford, Payton Pritchard, Robert Williams III, the direction of the franchise and much more. After that, Dan dives into a mailbag that covers Damian Lillard, CJ McCollum, the New York Knicks, Utah Jazz, Milwaukee Bucks, Brooklyn Nets, Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Clippers and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Boston Celtics Deep Dive (1:12) 🔘 MAILBAG (59:00) 👉Are Hawks and Knicks rivals (59:24) 👉Future of Dame, CJ and Blazers (1:00:54) 👉Celtics coaching search (1:13:38) 👉Clippers small-ball vs Jazz (1:17:05) 👉Are the Suns favorite in the West (1:19:46) 👉Why are the Jazz so overlooked? (1:22:31) 👉 Better matchup for the Nets in Finals: Suns or Jazz? (1:26:53) 👉 Is Coach Bud criticism fair? (1:30:43) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Follow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics Drama, Knicks Postmortem, Hawks-Sixers, Embiid Injury, NBA Tanking with Jake Fischer Jun 03, 2021

The NBA news cycle rages on, so Hardwood Knocks does, too. First, Adam and Dan discuss the Boston Celtics' front office overhaul, offering their thoughts on Danny Ainge, Brad Stevens, the head coach search and the future of the franchise. After that, they dive into Joel Embiid's latest injury and what that means for the Philadelphia 76ers-Atlanta Hawks series. From there, they offer up some closing thoughts on the New York Knicks season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Fallout in Boston (2:48)🔘 Joel Embiid's injury/Sixers-Hawks (17:08)🔘 Knicks Postmortem/Outlook (24:27)🔘 'Built to Lose: How the NBA's Tanking Era Changed the League Forever' (35:30) Finally, Dan is joined by Jake Fischer (@JakeLFischer), the author of Built to Lose: How the NBA's Tanking Era Changed the League Forever, to discuss tanking (obviously!), Sam Hinkie, never-before-heard anecdotes about the Lakers, Sixers, Kings and much more! We highly recommend checking out Jake's book, which you can buy here. Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Hawks-Knicks, John Collins, Collin Sexton, Anthony Davis Injury, LeBron, DeRozan May 31, 2021

MAIL TIME! Our latest listener-directed shindig covers the Atlanta Hawks and New York Knicks first-round series; Julius Randle's future; John Collins' free agency; the Lakers-Suns series; Anthony Davis' injury; LeBron James; a look at how the Milwaukee Bucks stack up against the New York Knicks; Collin Sexton; DeMar DeRozan; and the San Antonio Spurs. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Knicks-Hawks (1:45)🔘 Playoff J = Julius, Jayson or Ja??? (15:01)🔘 John Collins suitors (17:42)🔘 Way-Too-Early Bucks-Nets thoughts (24:49)🔘 Point guards with most rebounds in playoff history (30:38)🔘 Bucks-Nets X-factors (33:44)🔘 Top-three teams in the NBA (37:07)🔘 Collin Sexton's value (38:38)🔘 Time to reassess Julius Randle's extension? (46:26)🔘 What will Spurs do with DeMar DeRozan? (48:03)🔘 Would Pacers be contenders if…? (53:14)🔘 Blazers-Nuggets (56:57)🔘 Reaction to Anthony Davis injury (1:02:03) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Playoff Takeaways for Clippers/Kawhi, Celtics, Jazz, Knicks, Hawks, Mavs, Heat, Bucks May 28, 2021

Adam and Dan zoom out on the 2021 NBA playoffs with some big-picture takeaways for the Los Angeles Clippers, Ty Lue, Paul George and Kawhi Leonard; Dallas Mavericks; New York Knicks; Atlanta Hawks and Trae Young; Boston Celtics; Milwaukee Bucks; and Miami Heat, Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro and Jimmy Butler. They also kick off the pod with some thoughts on the fans who hurled racial slurs at Ja Morant's family, poured popcorn on Russell Westbrook and spit on Trae Young. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Ja Morant, Russell Westbrook, Trae Young, Danny Ainge, Marcus Smart, "fans" (2:36)🔘 Knicks-Hawks (10:51)🔘 Mavs-Clippers (18:09)🔘 Big-picture fallout of a Clippers series loss (23:42)🔘 Ty Lue (30:01)🔘 Celtics in a tough spot this offseason (35:23)🔘 Bucks-Heat (44:41)🔘 Are the Heat stuck? (46:51)🔘 Jazz-Grizzlies (57:59) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Jokic, Warriors Future, Grizzlies, Anthony Davis, Jazz, Playoffs May 24, 2021

MAIL TIME. Our latest AMA covers Anthony Davis, Andre Drummond, Nikola Jokic, the Memphis Grizzlies, the Utah Jazz, Matisse Thybulle, the Boston Celtics, the Golden State Warriors, the Milwaukee Bucks, the Miami Heat and much more! TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Thoughts on Game 1s🔘 Do the Jazz deserve more respect? (8:14)🔘 When will Frank Ntilikina shut down Trae Young? (12:21)🔘 Do the Celtics have a chance against the Nets?/Kemba talk (15:29)🔘 Anthony Davis/Andre Drummond (18:42)🔘 Where does Nikola Jokic rank among NBA's top stars overall? (24:33)🔘 Which non-mainstream players will break out in the playoffs? (28:10)🔘 One-seeds vs. Eight-seeds (31:54)🔘 Should CP3 have been a top MVP candidate? (32:33)🔘 Historical MVP results (33:47)🔘 Donovan Mitchell vs. Devin Booker (37:08)🔘 Expectations for Klay Thompson next season (41:26)🔘 Jordan Poole's outlook (45:55)🔘 Warriors trade idea (47:12)🔘 Best and worst offensive player this season (50:11)🔘 Matisse Thybulle (51:54)🔘 How do the Grizzlies take the next step? (53:24) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021 NBA Playoff Predictions May 21, 2021

Seven of the eight first-round NBA playoff series are set: Sixers vs. Wizards, Nets vs. Celtics, Bucks vs. Heat, Knicks vs. Hawks, Suns vs. Lakers, Nuggets vs. Blazers and Clippers vs. Mavericks. Dan is joined by Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to preview ALL OF THEM. We also discuss the Jazz's potential first-round matchup with the Warriors or Grizzlies, and how we expect that to shake out. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Sixers-Wizards (3:08)🔘 Nets-Celtics (11:04)🔘 Clippers-Mavericks (19:24)🔘 Jazz-Warriors/Grizzlies (26:49)🔘 Nuggets-Blazers (37:08)🔘 Bucks-Heat (47:51)🔘 Knicks-Hawks (55:27)🔘 Lakers-Suns (1:07:20) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021 All-NBA and All-Defense Picks May 20, 2021

Dan and Adam drop their officially official All-NBA and All Defense picks. Officially. And let's just say, some tough cuts were made. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 All-Defense First Team (4:40)🔘 All-Defense Second Team (8:44)🔘 All-NBA First Team (18:30)🔘 All-NBA Second Team (20:04)🔘 All-NBA Third Team - Guards (27:02)🔘 All-NBA Third Team - Forwards (32:59)🔘 All-NBA Third Team - Center (38:31) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021 NBA Awards Picks May 17, 2021

It's NBA awards time! With the regular season officially in the books, Adam and Dan go through their final picks—not to be confused with predictions—for MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved Player, Sixth Man of the Year, Coach of the Year and Executive of the Year. While some of these races are fait accompli—thanks to Nikola Jokic, Rudy Gobert, LaMelo Ball, Julius Randle and others—the second part of our ballots proved to be ultra-difficult. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Adam ruins his wife's office (0:57)🔘 East play-in matchups (1:30)🔘 Executive of the Year (4:31)🔘 Coach of the Year (10:52)🔘 Sixth Man of the Year (19:58)🔘 Defensive Player of the Year (27:36)🔘 Rookie of the Year (32:37)🔘 Most Improved Player (39:42)🔘 MVP (45:56) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Annual All-Hardwood Knocks Teams May 14, 2021

Who needs All-NBA teams when you have All-Hardwood Knocks teams? Sure, we'll still discuss all the big names, a la Giannis Antetokounmpo, LaMelo Ball, Zion Williamson, Stephen Curry and others. But we're not necessarily looking to identify the *best* players at each spot. Instead, we’re looking for the players who excited and entertained us—AND YOU—most during the 2020-21 season. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Criteria (0:47)🔘 First Team Guards (5:06)🔘 First Team Forwards (10:46)🔘 First Team Center (22:28)🔘 Second Team Guards (27:30)🔘 Second Team Forwards (34:20)🔘 Second Team Center (40:50)🔘 Third Team Guards (45:25)🔘 Third Team Forwards (52:13)🔘 Third Team Center (57:10)🔘 Full Fan Ballot (59:47)🔘 Adam's Full Ballot (1:04:53)🔘 Dan's Full Ballot (1:11:43) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: NBA All-Rookie Picks, Tanking, Grizzlies, Nuggets, Julius Randle, MPJ, SGA May 10, 2021

Hardwood Knocks drops their officially official 2021 NBA All-Rookie teams, an exercise that gets super interesting after going over LaMelo Ball, Tyrese Haliburton and Anthony Edwards. Then, it's on to our weekly mailbag. This latest dive into listen questions covers the future of the Memphis Grizzlies, Julius Randle's improvement, Michael Porter Jr.'s stardom, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Denver Nuggets, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, historical MVP data, tanking, the MIP discussion and more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 All-Rookie Picks (0:48)🔘 Nuggets/Jokic (32:16)🔘 Grizzlies (41:09)🔘 Should All-Stars be disqualified from MIP discussion? (48:01)🔘 Julius Randle (51:20)🔘 Total Points Added (56:17)🔘 Second-year leaps (59:18)🔘 Better to build around SGA or MPJ? (1:00:29)🔘 Tanking (1:03:08)🔘 Fewest games played among MVPs (1:07:25)🔘 Most 27-point games in NBA history (1:09:30) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Fact or Fiction: Pacers, Steph, Dame, Suns, Nuggets, Bulls, Bucks, KLOE, Porzingis May 07, 2021

Dan is joined by Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to discuss the turmoil with the Indiana Pacers; the Phoenix Suns' chances of winning the Western Conference; the Devin Booker-Chris Paul debate; the Denver Nuggets' ceiling; the Los Angeles Clippers flying under the radar; the Chicago Bulls' precarious future outlook; Kyle Lowry's free agency; Kristaps Porzingis' future with the Dallas Mavericks; Kevin Porter Jr.; Damian Lillard; Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors; and much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 WTF, Pacers? (3:16)🔘 Dame/Steph/Warriors (8:15)🔘 Suns(22:04)🔘 Bucks (25:03)🔘 Devin Booker/Chris Paul (27:34)🔘 Nuggets/Jazz (34:50)🔘 Terry Stotts (38:07)🔘 East Play-In Tournament (41:12)🔘 Nets/Sixers/Bucks (45:31)🔘 Kristaps Porzingis (47:51)🔘 Kyle Lowry/Raptors (50:31)🔘 Bulls (53:38)🔘 Kevin Porter Jr. (57:39) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Gobert, Jokic, Devin Booker, Hornets, Wizards, Cavs, Dubs, Heat May 03, 2021

MAIL TIME. Our latest trip around the NBA covers LaMelo Ball's return and the impact it has on the Charlotte Hornets; the futures of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Sacramento Kings; All-NBA picks; Devin Booker's defense; the viability of the Washington Wizards; the threat level of the Miami Heat; Rudy Gobert's defensive value; Nikola Jokic's dominance; the Denver Nuggets' ability to contend without Jamal Murray and much, much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Rudy Gobert's defense (1:29)🔘 Denver's threat level without Jamal Murray (4:31)🔘 The MVP discourse (8:10)🔘 Nikola Jokic's historic season (10:10)🔘 All-NBA forward picks (16:58)🔘 Hornets immediate potential with LaMelo back (25:07)🔘 Wizards ceiling (31:11)🔘 Cavs vs Kings outlook (34:10)🔘 Warriors defense (42:53)🔘 Devin Booker's value (45:11)🔘 Steph's three-point count (52:05)🔘 Should teams fear the Heat in the playoffs? (53:19)🔘 Are Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook make an All-NBA team (54:30)🔘 Most trade-ready rosters (57:21) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA's Most Underrated Players: Western Conference Apr 30, 2021

POSITIVITY SEASON. Adam and Dan roll through their picks for the most underrated player on every Western Conference team. If you haven't listened to our Eastern Conference edition, you can find that here! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Dallas Mavericks (7:01)🔘 Denver Nuggets (11:36)🔘 Golden State Warriors (18:17)🔘 Houston Rockets (21:22)🔘 Los Angeles Clippers (24:43)🔘 Los Angeles Lakers (31:17)🔘 Memphis Grizzlies (36:05)🔘 Minnesota Timberwolves (42:22)🔘 New Orleans Pelicans (46:05)🔘 Oklahoma City Thunder (52:57)🔘 Phoenix Suns (56:51)🔘 Portland Trail Blazers (1:02:21)🔘 Sacramento Kings (1:06:51)🔘 San Antonio Spurs (1:10:26)🔘 Utah Jazz (1:16:13) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Ranking Futures of NBA's Worst Teams Apr 26, 2021

Adam and Dan rank the future outlooks for all seven NBA teams with sub-1 percent chances of making the playoffs this year: Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Houston Rockets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Orlando Magic and Sacramento Kings. After that, they answer questions from listeners that cover the New York Knicks, Stephen Curry, Charlotte Hornets and LaMelo Ball, Toronto Raptors, Miami Heat, Portland Trail Blazers and much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Ranking futures of NBA's worst teams (1:36)🔘 Jae Crowder (43:47)🔘 Bam Adebayo (48:53)🔘 Julius Randle's All-NBA Case (53:20)🔘 The sustainability of the Knicks (59:31)🔘 Stephen Curry's MVP case (1:03:31)🔘 Dorian Finney-Smith/Maxi Kleber (1:06:50)🔘 The Hornets without LaMelo (1:09:15)🔘 Raptors (1:11:54)🔘 Stephen Curry's defense (1:15:17) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA's Most Underrated Players: Eastern Conference Apr 22, 2021

Let's spread some positivity shall we? Adam and Dan discuss their most underrated player for all 15 of the Eastern Conference teams. 🔘 Atlanta Hawks (4:00)🔘 Boston Celtics (8:51)🔘 Brooklyn Nets (11:46)🔘 Charlotte Hornets (18:13)🔘 Chicago Bulls (21:09)🔘 Cleveland Cavaliers (23:53)🔘 Detroit Pistons (29:36)🔘 Indiana Pacers (32:58)🔘 Miami Heat (39:12)🔘 Milwaukee Bucks (41:51)🔘 New York Knicks (45:01)🔘 Orlando Magic (52:10)🔘 Philadelphia 76ers (58:40)🔘 Toronto Raptors (1:02:18)🔘 Washington Wizards (1:05:54) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Julius Randle vs Kristaps, Nuggets Future, East Playoff Predictions, Lu Dort Mania Apr 19, 2021

MAIL TIME. This week, our wonderful listeners had us discuss the Eastern Conference playoff race, the Denver Nuggets' future post-Jamal Murray injury, the New York Knicks, Julius Randle's outlook, Kristaps Porzingis, the Charlotte Hornets, Richaun Holmes, Myles Turner, the Portland Trail Blazers and much, MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘 Julius Randle, ASENDING (3:38)🔘 Eastern Conference playoff predictions (14:01)🔘 Significance of D-Wade becoming stakeholder in Jazz (33:03)🔘 How much better is Michael Porter Jr. compared to last year (35:45)🔘 Impact of Jamal Murray's injury on Nuggets' future (38:43)🔘 Clippers crunch-time numbers (42:19)🔘 Ja Morant, Zion Williamson and RJ Barrett in the clutch (47:19)🔘 Is Mitch Kupchak an underrated executive? (50:24)🔘 Historically low-volume three-point shooters (54:00)🔘 The Blazers' path to title contention (55:45)🔘 Lu Dort comps (1:01:41)🔘 Would you rather overpay Richaun Holmes in free agency or trade for Myles Turner? (1:04:12) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Impact of Jamal Murray Injury, Keeping NBA Season in Perspective, Raptors Future Apr 14, 2021

First, Dan discusses Jamal Murray tearing his ACL and the impact it has on on the star point guard's career, the Nuggets' 2021 title push and the team's future. After that, Katie Heindl (@wtevs) from Dime UPROXX and Basketball Feelings, among many other places, joins Dan to talk about the challenges of the 2020-21 NBA season, how the league has often operated in opposition of its own supposed image and the impact this year could have on the Association long term. From there, she takes us through the Toronto Raptors' outlook, including the future of Kyle Lowry, Masai Ujiri and what she expects the team to do after this season. TIMESTAMPS 👉Jamal Murray's injury (1:35)👉Katie Heindl (@wtevs) on her 'Contact Tracing' Series🔘Accountability amid a rushed and truncated season (20:31)🔘Has there been an increase in injury risk this year? (31:55)🔘Preparing for potential long-term effects of COVID-19 on careers (39:18)🔘The importance of empathy in league coverage (45:19)🔘Could any elements of this season end up sticking long term? (48:49)🔘Getting beyond the "business" of basketball (56:51) 👉Future of the Raptors (1:09:58)🔘The implications of Kyle Lowry staying past the trade deadline🔘What are the chances Lowry is back next year?🔘Is Toronto closer to being really good than advertised?🔘Early impressions of Gary Trent Jr.🔘Toronto's biggest need moving forward Check out Katie's 'Contact Tracing' series below: Part 1 - What We Can Learn From The Challenges And Pitfalls Of Remote Sports MediaPart 2 - The Curious Case Of Soft Tissue Injuries In The NBAPart 3 - The NBA Has Spent This Season Caught Between Its Moral And Business Compass Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: James Wiseman Injury, RJ Barrett vs Ja Morant, Booker vs. Mitchell, Zion vs. Tatum Apr 12, 2021

MAIL TIME. Adam and Dan discuss the impact of James Wiseman's injury on his future and the Golden State Warriors' outlook and then talk about the reported sale of the Minnesota Timberwolves to Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lores. After that, your questions take us on an ACID TRIP that covers RJ Barrett vs. Ja Morant, Donovan Mitchell vs. Devin Booker, Chris Paul vs. Devin Booker, Zion Williamson vs. Jayson Tatum, Luka Doncic's ideal No. 2, the title stock of the Denver Nuggets and Utah Jazz, Zach LaVine's future with the Chicago Bulls and MUCH more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘Impact of James Wiseman's injury (4:31)🔘Timberwolves sale (13:26)🔘RJ Barrett vs Ja Morant (19:43)🔘Zion Williamson vs Jayson Tatum (26:11)🔘Brandon Ingram vs Lonzo Ball (32:16)🔘Luka Doncic's ideal sidekick (39:46)🔘Devin Booker vs. Donovan Mitchell (43:33)🔘Is CP3 more valuable to the Suns than Devin Booker? (47:01)🔘Title contender rankings: Nuggets, Suns, Jazz, Lakers, Clippers (53:03)🔘James Ennis (53:39)🔘Best NBA player since the start of March (1:00:27)🔘Best fantasy basketball scoring setup (1:03:47)🔘Zach LaVine vs Jamal Murray (1:05:31) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021 NBA Draft Evaluation, Boston Celtics Outlook Apr 09, 2021

With March Madness officially behind us, Adam Spinella (@Spinella14) from The Box and One (@TheBoxAndOne_) joins Dan to break down the top prospects and sleepers in the 2021 NBA Draft. And after rapping about Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley, Jalen Suggs and Jalen Green, among many others, it's on to the Boston Celtics, who remain tantalizing yet have underachieved this year. From Kemba Walker and Jaylen Brown to Jayson Tatum and the bench, we cover it all. Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Knicks, Pacers, Hornets, Embiid, Pistons, Raptors, East vs. West, Underrated Players Apr 05, 2021

MAIL TIME. This week, your questions take us on a journey that visits the Toronto Raptors, New York Knicks, Charlotte Hornets, Indiana Pacers, Detroit Pistons, Miami Heat, Joel Embiid, Jimmy Butler, the competitive balance between the East and West and the most underrated two-way players in the NBA. TIMESTAMPS⬇️🔘Thibs' love for Elfrid Payton (3:20)🔘Are the Pacers in trouble? (6:41)🔘Rank these three teams: Knicks, Pacers, Hornets (10:30)🔘Toronto's path back to contention (11:21)🔘Nemanja Bjelica in Miami (16:41)🔘Jimmy Butler's rank among the league's top stars (18:42)🔘Best wide-open three-point-shooting teams (20:02)🔘Center targets for the Hornets (22:11)🔘Pistons' place in the lottery (29:51)🔘East vs. West Imbalance (31:28)🔘Underrated two-way players (38:03)🔘Joel Embiid (45:14)🔘How many legitimate cornerstone prospects to the Knicks have? (46:21) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2020 NBA Re-Draft Apr 02, 2021

Adam and Dan collectively re-draft the 2020 NBA lottery, and woo boy, do things start to get interesting after LaMelo Ball. Let us know what you think about our do-over picks! Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Title Race Post-Trade Deadline, RJ Barrett, Top 7 Centers, Zach LaVine/Nikola Vucevic Mar 29, 2021

MAIL TIME. On the heels of the trade deadline, Adam and Dan reassess the NBA's title race. Did anything change? Are the Denver Nuggets now close to favorites? After that, they take a trip down YOU ASKED, WE ANSWERED LANE and cover the Boston Celtics, RJ Barrett, Chicago Bulls, Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic, the Los Angeles Lakers and Andre Drummond, our center rankings, the MVP race, Damian Lillard, Chris Paul vs. Kyle Lowry and much more! TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 👉LaMarcus Aldridge/Andre Drummond (2:34)👉Reassessing Title Race Post-Trade Deadline (8:38)👉Giannis' MVP case (25:55)👉Damian Lillard's MVP case (26:44)👉Rudy Gobert's MVP case (28:44)👉Weakest statistical MVP (29:44)👉Lonzo Ball contract predictions (31:45)👉Pelicans (36:57)👉The Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic fit (41:51)👉Al Horford's value (48:07)👉Top seven centers (49:32)👉RJ Barrett's next step (53:45)👉Suns Finals stock (56:50)👉What's next for Boston (57:32)👉Definition of a wing (59:20)👉Notable G-League performances (61:23)👉Rockets/Christian Wood (62:58) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Trade Deadline Fallout Mar 26, 2021

Dan brings on Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to discuss the fallout from the 2021 NBA trade deadline. Were the Toronto Raptors smart to keep Kyle Lowry? Did the Los Angeles Lakers miss an opportunity? How does Aaron Gordon fit with the Denver Nuggets? Did the Chicago Bulls make the right call on Nikola Vucevic? Why did the Los Angeles Clippers give up so much for Rajon Rondo? Where could the top potential buyout candidates land? Are the Houston Rockets screwed? Are the Miami Heat flexing? We cover all this—and more! TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Was this a good trade deadline? (3:22)🔘 Kings (7:36)🔘 Raptors (9:30)🔘 Heat (20:54)🔘 Lakers (25:14)🔘 Sixers (28:20)🔘 Bucks/Nets (34:11)🔘 Bulls (34:51)🔘 Magic (41:01)🔘 Celtics/Fournier trade (44:26)🔘 Nuggets (46:48)🔘 Blazers (53:57)🔘 Celtics/Theis trade (58:01)🔘 Clippers/Hawks (1:04:06)🔘 Mavs (1:08:40)🔘 Buyout candidates/Best Destinations (1:10:49) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TRADE-DEADLINE MAILBAG: Lonzo Ball, LeBron/LaMelo Injuries, Knicks, Celtics, Suns, Bulls, Raptors Mar 22, 2021

MAIL TIME! This latest trip down What Listeners Asked Us Lane covers injuries to LeBron James and LaMelo Ball, Victor Oladipo's market value, the Toronto Raptors' center position, the MVP race, Zach LaVine's future and NBA trade deadline needs for the Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, Miami Heat, Phoenix Suns, Philadelphia 76ers and much more. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 🔘 Energy drink(s)-induced delirium (0:36)🔘 Impact of LeBron's injury on the Lakers (4:30)🔘 MVP Ladder (09:58)🔘 Suns/Aaron Holiday (18:41)🔘 Elfrid Payton/Austin Rivers (21:33)🔘 Should the Knicks be interested in Lonzo? (24:37)🔘 Lonzo's next contract (28:02)🔘 Impact of LaMelo Ball's injury (31:10)🔘 Under-the-radar buyers and sellers (34:51)🔘 What should the Bulls do with Zach LaVine? (39:57)🔘 Clippers point guard hunt (47:21)🔘 Buyout candidates in the backcourt (51:36)🔘 Surprise trade candidates (53:26)🔘 Victor Oladipo landing spots (56:20)🔘 Sixers trade-deadline blueprint (58:59)🔘 What will the Celtics do? (1:00:58) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocksFollow: @The_Sports_Math Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clippers and Lakers Deep Dives, Anthony Davis, Trades, Kawhi/LeBron MVP Cases Mar 17, 2021

Let's cannonball into some talk about the Los Angeles Clippers and Los Angeles Lakers, shall we? SB Nation's Sabreena Merchant (@sabreenajm) stops by to discuss MVP cases for LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard, the significance of Anthony Davis' injury, Paul George's play, Marc Gasol's defense, potential trades, the NBA championship race and much, much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️ CLIPPERS (1:34)🔘Offensive changes under Ty Lue🔘Serge Ibaka’s fit🔘Offensive shot profile🔘Defensive warts🔘Crunch-time play🔘Kawhi Leonard’s MVP case🔘Paul George’s recent roller coaster ride🔘Ivica Zubac’s value🔘The significance of Patrick Beverley🔘Postseason lineups🔘Trades! LAKERS (39:39)🔘Anthony Davis’ injury🔘AD’s change in shot profile🔘LeBron James’ MVP case🔘Montrezl Harrell’s fit/recent play🔘The Marc Gasol experience🔘Kyle Kuzma’s importance🔘Dennis Schroder’s role🔘The half-court offense🔘The “No LeBron” minutes🔘Trades! Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Trade Ideas, Embiid Injury, LaMelo Ball, RJ Barrett, Rockets Lookahead Mar 15, 2021

LOADED POCAST ALERT. First, we propose some NBA trade ideas for the Brooklyn Nets, Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, Phoenix Suns, Philadelphia 76ers, Milwaukee Bucks, Utah Jazz and others. Then, we take listener questions on the Warriors, Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball, RJ Barrett and much more. And finally, Salman Ali (@SalmanAiNBA) of the Red Nation Hoops podcast rolls through to discuss the Houston Rockets' future, including the importance of Christian Wood, the trade markets for PJ Tucker and Danuel House Jr., John Wall's play, the team's direction and more. TRADEZ🔘Trade-deadline sellers (1:25)🔘Trade ideas↪️Nets (3:10)↪️Nuggets (6:15)↪️Clippers (10:30)↪️Lakers (13:10)↪️Warriors (15:02)↪️Suns (20:15)↪️Sixers (23:15)↪️Bucks (26:17)↪️Jazz (29:09) MAILBAG🔘Impact of Joel Embiid's injury on MVP race (32:57)🔘RJ Barrett (38:04)🔘Thunder (42:47)🔘Anthony Edwards (45:20)🔘Can the Nets win a title without KD? (48:30)🔘Should the Hornets look at Marvin Bagley? (57:35)🔘LaMelo Ball (1:00:32)🔘Most electric teams to watch (1:04:40)🔘Will a top-50 player be traded? (1:07:26) 🔘HOUSTON ROCKETS LOOKAHEAD (1:10:58)↪️Trades, trades, trades↪️Victor Oladipo's value↪️Eric Gordon's injury↪️Christian Wood↪️John Wall's play↪️Houston's direction↪️More Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brooklyn Nets Lookahead: Blake Griffin's Fit, James Harden, KD, Kyrie, Trades Mar 10, 2021

The New York Daily News' Kristian Winfield (@Krisplashed) returns to break down all things Brooklyn Nets. He speaks with Dan about Blake Griffin's fit on the roster, James Harden's play since arriving, Kevin Durant's season, how Kyrie Irving has adapted, Nicolas Claxton's rise, prospective trade targets, lineup combinations, championship stock and much more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️ 🔘Blake Griffin's fit in Brooklyn (4:04)🔘Nets roster needs (8:58)🔘Trade possibilities/Dinwiddie's future (14:35)🔘Most important non-core players (25:52)🔘Building crunch-time lineups (38:04)🔘Nicolas Claxton (41:26)🔘James Harden's vindication (44:49)🔘Kyrie Irving (56:09)🔘Most likely player to be traded (57:52) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Go to Brooklinen.com and use promo code KNOCKS to get $25 off when you spend $100 or more, PLUS free shipping. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Warriors Trades, Drummond, Bam Adebayo, RJ Barrett, Knicks, CP3, More Mar 08, 2021

MAIL TIME. Our first mailbag on the Locker Room app covers a LOT of ground. Dan and Adam are talking Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks, RJ Barrett, Miami Heat, Bam Adebayo, Jimmy Butler, Sacramento Kings, Atlanta Hawks, Travis Schlenk, Nikola Jokic, Chris Paul and much, much more. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️🔘 Warriors future/trade targets (2:15)🔘 All-Star "Weekend" (14:12)🔘 Heat/Jimmy Butler/Bam Adebayo (20:04)🔘 Rudy Gobert (26:14)🔘 Andre Drummond (30:46)🔘 Eastern Conference (35:19)🔘 Hawks/Travis Schlenk/John Collins (38:23)🔘 Nikola Jokic's defense/MVP case (45:43)🔘 Best stats to consider for betting (49:45)🔘 Favorite tracking stats (52:08)🔘 RJ Barrett/Knicks (54:30)🔘 Best defense in final two minutes (59:42)🔘 When will the Kings make the playoffs again? (1:02:00) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Go to Brooklinen.com and use promo code KNOCKS to get $25 off when you spend $100 or more, PLUS free shipping. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Philadelphia 76ers and Washington Wizards Outlooks Mar 05, 2021

Dan is joined by Chris Crouse (@NBACrouse) from FortyEightMinutes (@FortyEightMins) to discuss all things Philadelphia 76ers and Washington Wizards in advance of the 2021 NBA trade deadline. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️ 👉Washington Wizards (7:47)👉Philadelphia 76ers (40:42) Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join. Host: @danfavaleHost: @fromal09Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Subscribe to Spinsters with Jordan Ligons and Haley O'Shaughnessy Mar 03, 2021

Spinsters is putting a spin on the NBA. You can expect candid conversations, featured interviews, and storytelling from some of Haley and Jordan’s favorite reporters, who will creating pieces just for the show. Pulling from history, pop culture, original reporting, and deep dives into the wonderful world of the NBA, Spinsters looks at basketball from a new perspective. Subscribe to Spinsters on Apple, Spotify or wherever else you get your podcasts. Listen to the first episode here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG: Devin Booker, Nikola Jokic, Knicks, Dillon Brooks, All-Star Snubs Mar 01, 2021

MAIL TIME. Our latest trip around the NBA covers Devin Booker, Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid, Jaden McDaniels, the New York Knicks, the Brooklyn Nets, the Houston Rockets, Dillon Brooks, Collin Sexton, Clippers trade needs and so much more. Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join. Host: @danfavale Host: @fromal09 Follow: @HardwoodKnocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021 NBA All-Star Reserve Picks Feb 23, 2021

With the starters for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game set, Adam and Dan drop who they'd pick to fill out the seven reserve slots in each conference. To answer your question: Yes, this is hard. And yes, we hate ourselves. And yes, we have looooong debates about Zach LaVine, Ben Simmons, Chris Paul, Mike Conley, James Harden and many more. Please subscribe to Hardwood Knocks here. And if you're listening to us in Apple 's podcast player, please, please pretty please leave us a rating and write a review here. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fact or Fiction: Drummond, Wolves, Pacers, LeBron, LaVine, Lonzo Nets, Heat, More Feb 18, 2021