The Dunker Spot

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Jason Timpf joins for a Lakers conversation! Natasha Howard interview + biggest questions entering the postseason Sep 18, 2026

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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Jason Timpf (Hoops Tonight, The Volume) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Los Angeles Lakers. They talk through the Lakers' offseason roster overhaul, next steps for Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, what to expect from Walker Kessler, early thoughts on how the Lakers may look to defend, and much more!

On the WNBA side, the guys go back and forth on their biggest questions and storylines entering the final sprint before the postseason arrives. From there, Minnesota Lynx star Natasha Howard joins the show to discuss her new book (The Vision Through My Lens: My Life in Basketball and Beyond), her basketball journey, the dominance of this year's Lynx team and more.

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com

01:05 -- Jason joins the show for Lakers check-in
01:07:02 -- Biggest post-World Cup questions
01:15:29 -- Natasha Howard joins the show

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Samson Folk joins for a Raptors conversation! Team USA wins gold + All-Rookie team candidates Sep 15, 2026

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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Samson Folk (Raptors Republic) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Toronto Raptors. They talk through the finally completed Kawhi Leonard trade and how he fits on both ends, Scottie Barnes' growth and two-way usage, the importance of RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, the budding stardom of Collin Murray-Boyles and much more!

On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their big and small picture takeaways from Team USA's gold-winning weekend, then talk through their candidates for this year's All-Rookie team. It may be time for a second team!

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01:240 -- Samson joins the show!
57:40 -- Team USA thoughts
01:13:40 -- All-Rookie conversation

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Noa Dalzell joins for a Celtics conversation! Team USA recap and preview + Coach of the Year frontrunners Sep 11, 2026

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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Noa Dalzell (CelticsBlog, You Got Boston! Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Boston Celtics. They talk through last year's "surprising" success, the Jaylen Brown/Paul George swap, expectations for Jayson Tatum, potential role shifts from Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, and much more.

On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their big and small picture takeaways from Team USA's historic win against Hungary, preview this weekend's semifinals matchups (USA-Spain, Germany-France), then talk through their top Coach of the Year candidates.

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01:22 -- Noa joins the show!
55:24 -- Team USA thoughts
01:07:58 -- FIBA World Cup semifinals preview
01:21:11 -- Coach of the Year

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Couper Moorhead returns for a Heat conversation! Team USA takeaways + Watch out for France Sep 08, 2026

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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined again by Couper Moorhead (HEAT.com, After The Buzzer Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Miami Heat. They talk through the Giannis Antetokounmpo and Klay Thompson acquisitions, next steps for Bam Adebayo, the importance of Andrew Wiggins and Davion Mitchell, potential lineup combinations (#TallBall?) and much more.

On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their big-picture and small-picture takeaways from Team USA's nail-biting win against Italy and their blowout win against Czechia.

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0:51 -- Coup joins the show!
51:57 -- Team USA thoughts
01:15:40 -- FIBA World Cup shoutouts (France, Emma Meesseman, Puerto Rico)

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Ben Simmons is back, Clippers punished + Dane Moore joins for a Wolves conversation! Cathy Engelbert retires + Team USA takeaways Sep 04, 2026

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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to the latest news around the NBA. Ben Simmons is making his return, signing a one-year deal with the Kings! The Rockets and Amen Thompson agreed to a hefty -- but non-max -- rookie extension! The Clippers investigation has finally reached its end; the punishment is DAUNTING and leaves some critical long-term, team-building questions for the Clippers moving forward.

Next, the guys are joined by Dane Moore (The Dane Moore NBA Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Minnesota Timberwolves. They talk through the LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga acquisitions, next steps for Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels, the importance of Rudy Gobert (and the non-Gobert minutes), potential lineup combinations and much more.

On the WNBA side, the guys react to the breaking news that commissioner Cathy Engelbert will be retiring at the end of the calendar year. From there, they discuss their big and small picture takeaways from Team USA's 94-61 victory over China.

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01:32 -- Ben Simmons to the Kings
09:25 -- Amen Thompson gets PAID
13:25 -- Clippers get punished
17:23 -- Dane Moore joins for Wolves talk!
01:14:01 -- Cathy Engelbert set to retire
01:20:02 -- Team USA/China thoughts

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Most interesting NBA players of 2026-27 + WNBA playoff check-in Sep 01, 2026

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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones share their most interesting players heading into the 2026-27 season. The players range from superstars returning or going on revenge tours to new faces in new places to players facing contract extensions or role shifts and much more.

On the WNBA side, the guys take a look at the current playoff picture, using it to check in on all eight teams. The conversation features thoughts on the Lynx's last two losses, the Wings’ winning streak, the Mystics' playoff upside (plus Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen joining Team USA's roster), the Aces adding Kalani Brown, and the guys sharing their favorite potential playoff matchups.

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02:10 -- Most interesting East players
27:10 -- Most interesting West players
55:12 -- Lynx lose two straight
01:04:04 -- Wings finding their flow
01:12:10 -- DeWanna Bonner's Dream debut
01:17:50 -- Caitlin Clark & Aliyah Boston thoughts
01:23:50 -- Mystics playoff upside
01:26:50 -- Aces sign Kalani Brown
01:31:40 -- Favorite potential playoff matchups

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Jonathan Kuminga to the Wolves, Bennedict Mathurin to the Pelicans! Valkyries/Liberty takeaways + DeWanna Bonner's Dream fit Aug 28, 2026

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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to a pair of notable free agents coming off the board. Jonathan Kuminga is heading to Minnesota, while Bennedict Mathurin is heading to New Orleans. The guys discuss how they fit, what they add, and potential shortcomings to monitor.
On the WNBA side, the guys dive deep into the Golden State Valkyries' win streak, and share their takeaways from Thursday night's Liberty-Valkyries matchup. Later, they break down DeWanna Bonner's fit with her new team: the Atlanta Dream
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01:50 -- Jonathan Kuminga to the Wolves
31:35 -- Bennedict Mathurin to the Pelicans
43:08 -- Liberty/Valkyries takeaways
01:03:50 -- What's up with Sabrina Ionescu?
01:17:08 -- DeWanna Bonner to the Dream

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Klay to Miami, DeMar to Denver! Atlanta Dream are ROLLING, Valkyries-Lynx takeaways + DeWanna Bonner landing spots Aug 25, 2026

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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down two big-name free agent acquisitions. Klay Thompson is heading to Miami, while DeMar DeRozan is heading to Denver. The guys discuss how they fit, what they add, and potential shortcomings to monitor.

On the WNBA side, the guys dive deep into the Atlanta Dream's win streak, share their takeaways from another awesome Lynx-Valkyries matchup, and check in on the Leonie-is-back New York Liberty. Later, they react to NaLyssa Smith's injury and what that means for the Aces, and explore potential landing spots for the recently bought-out DeWanna Bonner.

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01:08 -- Klay Thompson to the Heat
19:02 -- DeMar DeRozan to the Nuggets
38:20 -- Atlanta Dream
59:45 -- Valkyries/Lynx takeaways
01:14:30 -- Here comes the Liberty
01:21:10 -- Aces lose NaLyssa Smith; what's next?
01:56:20 -- Potential DeWanna Bonner landing spots

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Breaking down the Peyton Watson trade, Fever-Wings takeaways + bouncing around with Sarah Kustok Aug 21, 2026

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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the newly five-team trade centered around Nuggets forward Peyton Watson heading to the Cavaliers and Max Strus heading to the Clippers. They once again check the temperature with the Cavaliers while digging into what this move means for the Nuggets.

On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their takeaways from Thursday's star-studded showdown between the Fever and Wings, salute the awesome WNBA career of Nneka Ogwumike, and highlight Angel Reese's week.

Then, they're joined by the great Sarah Kustok (WNBA on NBC/Peacock, YES Network and more) to bounce around the league. In a wide-ranging conversation, they discuss the awesomeness of the Lynx, the half-court questions surrounding the Valkyries, where things stand with the MVP race and much more.

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01:09 -- Peyton Watson trade thoughts
32:02 -- Fever-Wings
45:14 -- Salute to Nneka Ogwumike
50:55 -- Salute to Angel Reese
53:09 -- Sarah Kustok joins the show!

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Cavaliers & Hornets check-in, Fever looking dangerous + contender check-in Aug 18, 2026

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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the Dennis Schröder-Tre Mann trade between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Charlotte Hornets, then examine their offseason and roster outlook.

On the WNBA side, the guys talk about the changes the Indiana Fever have made during their win streak. From there, they check the temperature of the Atlanta Dream and Las Vegas Aces, and salute the continuous winning of the Minnesota Lynx and Golden State Valkyries.

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01:15 -- Charlotte Hornets

09:03 -- Cleveland Cavaliers

16:52 -- Indiana Fever

45:07 -- Atlanta Dream

56:19 -- Minnesota Lynx

01:05:30 -- Las Vegas Aces

01:15:20 -- Golden State Valkyries

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