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Suns-Thunder, Lakers-Spurs Preview + Examining Paolo Banchero's Return | The Dunker Spot Dec 09, 2025

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Ahead of this week's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones offer temperature checks in the West, ask key questions of the East, and bounce around with observations — and ice-in-cereal thoughts.

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(1:29) — Suns-Thunder

(16:24) — Lakers-Spurs

(29:49) — Orlando Magic

(45:02) — Toronto Raptors

(50:51) — Dallas Mavericks

(58:37) — Golden State Warriors

(01:00:57) — Player Shoutouts

(01:10:19) — Free Throws

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‘Slightly Biased, Spot On or So Wrong?’ Contenders, Celtics, Lakers, Embiid, Nembhard & more | The Kevin O'Connor Show Dec 08, 2025

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Kevin O’Connor is joined by Slightly Biased to break down whether Ryan Nembhard is the next Steve Nash and his impact on the Dallas Mavericks. Plus, are the Lakers the most overrated team in the NBA? Is Joel Embiid finished?

Next, they discuss if the Thunder could still make the play-in even if you took all the starters off the roster, whether the Celtics will win 55 plus games if Tatum returns by March and Zach Edey’s defensive impact for the Grizzlies. Plus, should everyone besides Steph Curry on the Warriors be available for a trade?

(1:24) Ryan Nembhard the next Steve Nash?
(9:42) Are Lakers overrated?
(14:49) Is Embiid finished?
(20:21) Could OKC's bench make the play-in?
(29:55) Clippers could blow it all up
(36:30) Are Celtics actually any good?
(42:34) Zach Edey defensive improvements
(49:00) Is Zaccharie Risacher officially a bust?
(54:36) Can Kings turn their season around?
(57:55) Should Warriors make a trade?
(1:07:59) NBA Cup predictions

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Where Do the Clippers and Bucks Go from Here + a Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Breakdown | The Dunker Spot Dec 05, 2025

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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones have an honest conversation about the Los Angeles Clippers and the Chris Paul fallout, and talk through how the Clippers can still salvage their season.

From there, they check in on the Milwaukee Bucks in light of the recent Giannis Antetokounmpo injury, break down the excellent play of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, then close with a round of Free Throws.

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(2:48) — Los Angeles Clippers

(30:00) — Chris Paul

(45:59) — Milwaukee Bucks

(54:09) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is leveling up

(01:06:35) — Free Throws

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Giannis trade scenarios, Clippers send Chris Paul home + Draft Class with Tate Frazier | The Kevin O'Connor Show Dec 04, 2025

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Kevin O’Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to break down the latest between Chris Paul and the Los Angeles Clippers after Paul was sent home Wednesday morning. What teams are the best fit for the unexpected free agent?

Then, has Giannis played his last game with the Bucks? The pair discusses reports that Giannis and his agent have been in conversations with the Milwaukee Bucks about his future with the organization. The duo breaks down various trade scenarios across the league, including whether the Oklahoma City Thunder would be willing to make a move for the two-time NBA MVP.

Later, Tate Frazier joins for this week’s Draft Class, including Koa Peat’s impact on Arizona, why Milan Momcilovic is a player to watch and what to expect from Duke vs. Michigan on Saturday.

(0:31) Clippers send Chris Paul home
(16:56) What's wrong with the Cavs?
(23:50) Giannis trade speculation
(31:40) Giannis to the Knicks?
(33:44) Giannis to the Warriors?
(37:22) Giannis to the Lakers?
(41:43) Giannis to the Spurs?
(47:24) Giannis to the Rockets?
(56:01) Giannis to the Thunder?
(1:02:55) Will Giannis ever play for the Bucks again?
(1:08:20) Draft Class with Tate Frazier

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No championships, no Finals & now no Chris Paul for Clippers | The Big Number Dec 03, 2025

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Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dissect the corpse of the Los Angeles Clippers' franchise! The pair react to the Clippers' 3 AM disposal of Chris Paul and discuss potential new destinations for the 40-year-old veteran guard. They also analyze both the historical and current woes of the Clippers, noting the Herculean offensive efforts from James Harden and horrific team defense. Norman Powell's success in Miami is also discussed, making this episode deliciously miserable for fans in Clipperland.
(1:05) The Big Number: Clippers send Chris Paul home
(30:57) The Little Numbers: LAC half-court defense
(35:35) The Little Numbers: James Harden’s offensive impact
(41:04) The Little Numbers: Clippers missing Norm Powell

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Knicks and Spurs Rolling, What are the Celtics, and is it Panic Time in LA? | The Dunker Spot Dec 02, 2025

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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are back to bounce around the league!

First, they discuss the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks racking up wins despite missing key talent. From there, they discuss the good-but-just-how-good Boston Celtics, the streaking Memphis Grizzlies (Edey time!), and the disappointing Los Angeles Clippers.

Finally, they close the show with some well deserved player shoutouts; Steve also hits Nekias with a Free Throw he wasn't prepared for.

Fun all around!

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(1:22) — San Antonio Spurs

(13:29) — New York Knicks

(33:58) — Boston Celtics

(53:48) — Memphis Grizzlies

(01:06:17) — Los Angeles Clippers

(01:11:59) — Player Shoutouts (plus an evil Free Throw)

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NBA Cup contender check-in with J.E. Skeets | The Kevin O'Connor Show Dec 01, 2025

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Kevin O’Connor is joined by J.E. Skeets to break down the matchups in the knockout round of the NBA Cup. They discuss reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s efficiency and the Oklahoma City Thunder's continued dominance with a historic start to the season.

Then, they share why Dillon Brooks is in heaven with the Phoenix Suns, whether Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić are the most dynamic duo in the NBA and how the Lakers can solve their defense.

Next, the duo breaks down how the San Antonio Spurs are continuing to develop without Victor Wembanyama and whether the Magic are playing their best basketball without Paolo Banchero. Plus, is Sandro Mamukelashvili a top contender for Sixth Man of the Year? Are the Knicks the favorites in the East?

(0:13) NBA Cup contender check-in
(0:58) Oklahoma City Thunder
(8:00) Phoenix Suns
(14:04) Los Angeles Lakers
(21:45) San Antonio Spurs
(26:49) Orlando Magic
(33:16) Miami Heat
(39:57) New York Knicks
(45:07) Toronto Raptors

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Thanksgiving Mailbag + A Chat with Gary Payton II Nov 28, 2025

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For the first time this NBA season, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones go to the Dunker Spot mailbag!

They answer questions about league-wide defensive trends, potential shifts to the Heat's offense, Michael Porter Jr. trade destinations and much more.

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(1:27) — Common themes for teams that have made leaps this year

(8:41) — Will we see more zone and/or college-style press defenses?

(18:05) — Who are we most excited to see explore and develop during the Unrivaled season?

(24:20) — How do we judge (good) defense + potential Michael Porter Jr. trade destinations

(35:43) — Building defensive chemistry + potential tweaks to Miami's offense moving forward

(45:48) — How will young role players fill in for key rotation pieces across the league?

(49:46) — What makes the Cade Cunningham/Jalen Duren partnership effective + a Jaden Ivey trade idea

(56:52) — Who could use Trendon Watford?

(59:09) — Is it time for NBA realignment?

(01:02:22) — An All-Star game format suggestion

(01:06:23) — Does LeBron, Luka, and Austin Reaves make up the best passing trio EVER?

(01:12:52) — Gary Payton II conversation

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NBA fanbases with the most to be grateful for this Thanksgiving | The Big Number Nov 26, 2025

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Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine discuss gratitudes in the NBA for this Thanksgiving episode. The pair chat about LA's luck with Luka Dončić—who's on a historic tear, even in Lakerland. They break down Lonzo Ball’s mini-resurgence and offer appreciation for Erik Spoelstra and Jalen Suggs for the Heat & Magic.

Tom brainstorms nicknames for Derik Queen, the Raptors and Deni Avdija receive some love, and they ask the big question: can the Thunder REALLY win 77 games?

(1:25) Lakers are lucky to have Luka

(15:56) Cavs thankful for Lonzo Ball

(19:33) Heat grateful for Erik Spoelstra

(26:45) Magic thankful for Jalen Suggs

(31:53) Pelicans grateful for Derik Queen

(39:13) Dan thankful for the Raptors

(42:46) Tom grateful for Deni Avdija

(47:13) Thankful for the Thunder

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Pistons, Heat, Raptors rolling + a Salute to Chris Paul | The Dunker Spot Nov 25, 2025

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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones salute the streaking Pistons, Heat, and Raptors, then talk about teams, players and other things they're grateful for this season. From Chris Paul, to absurd Thunder runs, to alternate courts, to broadcast gimmicks. Basketball is awesome and we're glad we have it.

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(1:24) — Detroit Pistons

(9:29) — Miami Heat

(18:35) — Toronto Raptors

(25:20) — Teams (and things) we're grateful for

(41:41) — Players we're grateful for

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