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Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss and take listener questions about the first half of the season and the upcoming NBA trade deadline.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2
Host: Dave DuFour
With: Es Baraheni
Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht
Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver
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Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the shorthanded Grizzlies beating the Spurs in spite of Victor Wembanyama’s return and wonder if the Timberwolves. Then, Josh Robbins joins the show to discuss the Wizards win over the Magic and recent upswing, the Magic’s health concerns, and whether Trae Young is destined for Washington.
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Host: Dave DuFour
With: Zena Keita and Josh Robbins
Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht
Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver
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Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Thunder’s loss the Hornets and their recent skid, the Nuggets shorthanded win over the Sixers, and a review of Snoop Dogg’s broadcasting chops. Then, James Edwards joins the show to discuss the Knicks loss in Detroit, their recent struggles, and Cade Cunningham’s MVP case for the Pistons.
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Host: Dave DuFour
With: Es Baraheni and James Edwards
Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht
Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver
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Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita breakdown the playoff race in the East, discuss the Celtics and Sixers surprising seasons and the disappointing Cavs and Magic.
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Host: Dave DuFour
With: Zena Keita and Es Baraheni
Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht
Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver
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Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss the best trades of 2025.
Host: Andrew Schlecht
With: Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita
Producer: Andrew Schlecht
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Dave DuFour and Zena Keita discuss Nikola Jokić’s injury timetable and react to Joel Embiid and Ja Morant turning back the clock in the Sixers overtime win over the Grizzlies. Then, Dan Woike joins the show to talk about LeBron’s spoiled birthday party, Luka’s lack of energy, and whether the Lakers will be making moves at the trade deadline.
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Host: Dave DuFour
With: Zena Keita and Dan Woike
Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht
Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver
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Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Nikola Jokić knee injury, discuss Denver's options if he misses time, and breakdown the Cavaliers win over the Spurs. Then, Joel Lorenzi joins the show to talk about the Bulls losing Coby White and Josh Giddey to injury, the Bulls trade assets, and why they shouldn't trade for Anthony Davis.
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Host: Dave DuFour
With: Es Baraheni and Joel Lorenzi
Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht
Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver
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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni react to the Spurs dismantling of the Oklahoma City Thunder, Nikola Jokić's absurd statistical season, and the MVP race. Then, the gang takes a look at Scottie Barnes big night, the return of Giannis Antetokounmpo, and whether it's time for the Cavaliers to blow it up.
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Host: Dave DuFour
With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita
Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht
Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver
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Zena Keita sits down with Golden State Warriors Head Coach Steve Kerr for a remarkably candid conversation about the "inevitable" end of the Warriors' dynasty. Kerr opens up about the "beauty in the struggle" of chasing one last ring, facing his own retirement, and what life looks like after coaching Steph Curry. Then, The Athletic’s senior writer Sam Amick joins the crew fresh from Las Vegas to break down the NBA Cup results. The team plays a game of "Save It or Scrap It"—debating whether the league should keep the In-Season Tournament, how to fix the load management crisis, and if rule changes are needed to bring intensity back to the game. Plus, a look at the imminent "passing of the torch" from the league’s aging superstars to the next generation, a trade market preview, and a new edition of "Learning Feels Good."
Hosts & Guests
Zena Keita @itszenakeita
Robert Mays @robertmays
Jason Goff @Jason1Goff
Sam Amick @sam_amick
Editor: Matt Shilts
Executive Producer: Maggie Burbank
Producer: Stephen Lorenzo
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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni answer listener questions about the NBA.
Host: Dave DuFour
With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita
Producer: Andrew Schlecht
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