Hardwood Knocks: An NBA Podcast

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Drafting Victor's Secret Models Jul 29, 2024

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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