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Numbers on The Board

A unique blend of NBA opinions, stats, culture, and a unique narrative to the game we love. Four lifelong friends, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick, talk all things basketball from every angle.

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Predicting Conference Finals May 21, 2024

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Another episode on this hoops pod except this time Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick give their Numbers On The Board predictions for the Eastern and Western Conference Finals! With Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets being dethroned as champs, which of the young superstars will rise to the occasion to get an early start on cementing their name in basketball history with a title run? Will it be Luka Doncic, Anthony Edwards, Jayson Tatum, or Tyrese Haliburton? On “Drop The Mike”, the fellas discuss which of the four teams has the BEST role players. Plus, the guys talk about what’s next for the Knicks, Thunder, and Nuggets who suffered season-ending losses and what to make of Bronny James.

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Predicting Game 7’s May 18, 2024

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On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick reveal their predictions for multiple Game 7s. Plus, they talk about what it was like to interview FIFTEEN of the top prospects in this year’s NBA Draft! Pierre shares his thoughts on the narrative of this year’s draft class being ‘weak’ too and looks back on previous draft classes to make his points. Plus, on “Drop The Mike” the NOTB crew talks about which game is the most important game to win in a playoff series. What should the Cavaliers do with their roster this offseason? Should they build around Donovan Mitchell or one of the other stars? Also, have Jayson Tatum and the Celtics had an easy path thus far?

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NBA Combine Special May 17, 2024

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It's the Combine takeover for the Numbers On The Board team; Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick interview fifteen prospects at the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago. From aspects that will translate into the pros, thoughts on the narrative of this year's draft being 'weak' to favorite pre-game meals and, of course, Drake or Kendrick? The team is joined by Jared McCain, Rob Dillingham, Jaylon Tyson, Alexandre Sarr, Tristan da Silva, Kyle Filipowski, Stephon Castle, Reed Sheppard, Matas Buzelis, Ja'Kobe Walter, Johnny Furphy, Ryan Dunn, Devin Carter, DaRon Holmes II, Cody Williams on a special edition of Numbers On The Board.

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Ranking Top Performances In The Playoffs So Far May 14, 2024

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On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Mike is BACK as the guys rank their top performances in the playoffs thus far. Does the newly named MVP Nikola Jokic have the best performance or does Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, or another star sit atop the NOTB list? During “Drop The Mike”, Mike asks the guys what they would rate the refs’ performance during the playoffs. Going back to the playoffs, is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander making a case for the best player in the association? Plus, the NOTB crew discusses what teams should do heading into the NBA Draft from drafting certain players to trading picks.

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Harsh Truth About Every Playoff Team Left May 11, 2024

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On this episode of Numbers on the Board, the crew delivers the very harsh truth about EVERY remaining team left in the playoffs. Will the Pacers even the series after Game 4 and can the same be said for the defending champion Nuggets? Or are the Timberwolves and Knicks built to take a commanding 3-1 lead versus those teams? Plus, what do the guys make of the Cavs-Celtics and Mavs-Thunder series as both series sit at 1-1.

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Ranking Top Players In The Playoffs May 07, 2024

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Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick rate the best players in this year’s playoffs based on outstanding performances - which player has had the best postseason thus far? On Drop The Mike, Mike asks if a new champion is crowned this season, which team would you want to see win a chip? The Timberwolves take a 2-0 lead against the defending champion Nuggets, and frustrations seem to be boiling over in Denver. Is this series all but over? New York is jumping after Jalen Brunson leads the Knicks to a game one victory against the Pacers in front of a star-studded celebrity row, leading the team to play a game of “What are they famous for?”

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Predicting The 2nd Round May 04, 2024

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With nearly all of the 2nd Round matchups of the NBA playoffs set - Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick predict how the Eastern and Western semi-conference matchups will play out. On Drop The Mike, Mike asks which playoff teams have improved their stock after the 1st round of the playoffs? The failure of the Suns season led their owner to make head-scratching comments: what’s next for Phoenix? Darvin Ham is out as the Lakers head coach; what will be the trickle-down effect in L.A.? J.J. Redick is rumored to get a head coaching position this off-season; which team will be the best fit for Redick? The Knicks closed out a memorable opening-round series against the 76ers; what was the biggest reason New York prevailed? Heat find themselves at a crossroads following their first-round defeat at the hands of the Celtics. Will Jimmy Butler be a centerpiece in Miami following this season? Is it fair to consider year one of the Giannis Dame pairing a failure? Finally, the guys share their thoughts on the latest diss tracks from Drake and Kendrick Lamar.

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How can these NBA teams bounce back? Apr 30, 2024

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On this episode of Numbers on the Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick take a look at Kevin Durant and LeBron James’ future with the Suns and Lakers. Could they team up with Steph Curry to form a big 3?! The young movement is real as the Timberwolves and Thunder swept their way into the 2nd round meanwhile the defending champion Nuggets also booked their ticket to the West’s semi-finals. On ‘Drop The Mike’ the guys discuss a pet peeve of theirs plus they take a look at some big names players that could be staying or going this offseason.

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Which NBA Playoff Series Are Over? Apr 27, 2024

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With the NBA Playoffs in full swing, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick reveal which series they believe are already over! Plus, on Drop The Mike, the guys discuss their favorite storyline in the playoffs, including why Pierre is not a fan of the current NBA product. The Lakers find themselves in a 0-3 against the Nuggets on the brink of getting swept - again - is it time to blow things up in L.A., and what does the future hold for LeBron James? L.A.'s other team finds themselves in a tough series against the Mavericks. Could the Clippers advance without a significant contribution from Kawhi Leonard? The Sun is about to set on Phoenix. Is this series more about what the Timberwolves are doing well or what the Suns are doing awfully? Knicks, Sixers are in a battle. Is this series destined to go to a game 7? After a phenomenal game 3, will the Bucks bounce back in their series vs. Pacers? Magic bounced back big in game 3 vs. Cavs, and Heat shocked the Celtics in game 2

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Early Playoff Reactions Apr 23, 2024

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With Kenny in New York on First Take, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick break down the opening games of the playoffs with early reactions. Are the Lakers doomed after losing on a game-winner to go down 2-0 versus the Nuggets? Should the Mavs be worried after a lopsided loss to the Kawhi Leonard-less Clippers? Are the Bucks and Knicks legit threats to knocking the Celtics off? Plus, are the Timberwolves, Thunder, and Cavs being overlooked? The fellas discuss that and their excitement with NOTB being on ESPN2 every Tuesday through the NBA Playoffs.

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