Will Guillory and Dave DuFour react to an epic beatdown of the Denver Nuggets by the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Knicks heroics to defeat the Pacers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis overreact to Game 1 between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets, make their picks for the second round of the playoffs, and discuss Victor Wembanyama's "Rookie of the Year" award winning season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour give their instant reaction to the Cleveland Cavaliers' game 7 victory over the Orlando Magic, recap the Minnesota Timberwolves game 1 win over the Nuggets, and discuss the Mavericks and Clippers game 6. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht and Will Guillory discuss the Knicks closing out the Sixers, which direction the Suns should go, if KD wants to move on and possibly back to OKC, the Pacers moving on to round 2, and what to make of the Pelicans being swept from the Playoffs. Then in part 2, Law Murray of the Athletic joins to discuss the Clippers, PG's free agency, and what adjustments they could make going into Game 6. Then they finish the episode with a fun trivia game between Will and Law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Amick, Anthony Slater, and Jovan Buha react to the night's playoff games and their ramifications, the Lakers and Suns current situations, and look ahead to the next round of the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to the Sixers, Cavaliers, and Bucks' game 5 wins, discuss the playoffs so far, and do a post-mortem on the Suns, Lakers, and Pelicans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hoops Adjacent David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by Jon Krawczynski to talk about the Minnesota Timberwolves season, the latest in their ownership drama, their first round victory over the Phoenix Suns, the ascension of Anthony Edwards, and the Wolves chances against the Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Basketbuds Jay King, Will Guillory, and Dave DuFour react to the Minnesota Timberwolves closing out the Phoenix Suns and the beginning of the fallout in Phoenix, react to Sunday's games, and look ahead to Celtics vs. Heat and Pelicans vs. Thunder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht and Fred Katz discuss the week of basketball by discussing who has been the best offensive player, defensive player, role player and most disappointing player in the playoffs so far. In Part 2, Dane Moore of the Dane Moore NBA Podcast joins to discuss what is working so well for the Wolves against the Suns and they play Timberwolves trivia in a fun edition of Fred vs. a Friend.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Amick and Anthony Slater are joined by "Thunder Buddy" Darnell Mayberry to discuss the Thunder's past and present and look at the current state of the Bulls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mo Dakhil, Andrew Schlecht, and Dave DuFour give their instant reaction and analysis to Miami's Game 2 win over the Celtics and the Thunder game 2 win over the Pelicans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nerder Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour give an instant reaction to the Wolves, Pacers, and Mavericks' Game 2 victories and answer questions about the playoffs so far. Do the Knicks miss Julius Randle? Was starting Kawhi the right move? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hoops Adjacent David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by The Athletic's Fred Katz to discuss the WILD ending at MSG that led to the Knicks leading the Sixers 2-0 in the series. They break down why the Knicks have looked so dominant thus far and why Josh Hart has meant so much to them to this point. Plus, are the Lakers done for? The guys discuss why the Nuggets aren't too worried about the fellas in the purple and gold. And why were the fans chanting Fred Katz name in MSG? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buds  Zach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis break down the first weekend of the playoffs with Game One Awards. Which players stood out in this first batch of games? Which teams should be worried? The Panic Meter is back! Plus much, much more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht and Fred Katz preview the East Playoffs starting with Jared Weiss on the Celtics, Caitlin Cooper on the Bucks Pacers, Mike Vorkunov on the Knicks Sixers, and finishing with Justin Rowan on the Cavs Magic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tampering Sam Amick and Anthony Slater are joined by The Athletic's best to preview the Western Conference playoffs. The guys are joined by Jon Krawczynski, Law Murray, and Jovan Buha to get the latest on the teams they cover, and what to expect in the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour recap the Eastern Conference Play-In games. The Sixers hold off the Heat to clinch the East's 7 seed and a first round matchup with the Knicks. The Bulls crush the Hawks thanks to 42 from Coby White. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nerder Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to the Western Conference Play-In games. The Lakers move on to the playoffs after withstanding Zion Williamson's epic performance. The Kings destroy the Warriors and might have ended the dynasty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hoops Adjacent David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by the Timberwolves star Naz Reid to discuss the Wolves' playoff aspirations and what they look forward to in their first round matchup. Reid also discusses being undrafted, his thoughts on the sixth man of the year award, and which of Anthony Edwards dunks was his favorite. And why is his jumper so smooth? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Basket Buds Zach Harper is joined by The Athletic's Will Guillory and Dave DuFour to preview the loaded Play-in matchups between the 76ers and the Heat, Hawks and Bulls, Lakers and Pelicans, and the Warriors and the Kings. They debate who has the most to lose by not advancing, and look ahead to dabble in the matchups that are already set for the playoffs. The best time of year is here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers recap the week that was in the NBA, discuss the Slam and Jam end of season awards (the Slammys), and then Keith Parish of Gritz and Grindz joins to discuss the Grizzlies and their season they end with a fun edition of Andrew vs. The Beat. 1) “I wasn’t familiar with your game” Award a. This award goes to the player whose ceiling changed the most this year compared to how we felt about them coming into the season 2) Prepare for Takeoff Award a. This award goes to the player who we believe is most primed to take a massive leap next season (similar to Haliburton, Maxey, Barnes, Ant, etc. this season) 3) The Rollercoaster Award a. This award goes to the team who we changed our opinion on the most violently this season. 4) The Time Traveler from August 2024 Award a. A time traveler shows up from August 2024. They only have time to tell you about what happened to one team this upcoming offseason (draft, free agency, trades). This award goes to the team we’d pick. 5) Stat of the Season a. This award goes to the stat that we still can’t believe is real. 6) Anti-League Pass Team of the Year Award a. This award goes to the team that we watched the least. 7) NBA Beat Reporter of the Year a. This award goes to the beat reporter/team podcaster who we thought had the best season 8) Best Take of the Year a. This award goes to the take we are most proud of. 9) Worst Take of the Year a. This award goes to the take we are most embarrassed by. 10) Bold Prediction for the NBA Playoffs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tampering Sam Amick and Anthony Slater are joined by The Athletic's Marcus Thompson to talk about how the Warriors may be surging at the right time. The guys also look at how the playoff picture is shaping up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nerder Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to Adam Silver’s statements on officiating changes and then answer listener questions. What is Jason Kidd’s strength as a coach? Should Chris Finch be Coach of the Year? What should the Spurs do around Victor Wembanyama this summer? Naz Reid?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hoops Adjacent David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson envision an NBA Playoffs without LeBron James and Steph Curry, discuss their favored playoff matchups, and discuss the awards races. Are the young teams destined to disappoint in the playoffs? What's the most compelling series possible? Will the Celtics get shut out of regular season awards? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buds Zach Harper, Jay King and Josh Huestis discuss All-NBA selections, and who might be missing from them. The guys also look at teams that need to have a bit of a 'Gut check'. And the return of 'Plant Your Flag'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the Week that was in the NBA, the games of the weekend, The Bucks road woes, and then Josh Robbins of the Athletic joins to discuss the Washington Wizards, their season, their future and more. Then they play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tampering Sam Amick, Anthony Slater, and Tim Cato check in on the Mavs and their title contender status, discuss the Warriors win streak and recent defensive success, and opine on the “yikes!” vibes around the Clippers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nerder Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour breakdown the playoff races, discuss Joel Embiid's return and what it means for the 76ers, attempt to contextualize Victor Wembanyama's rookie season, and marvel at the ever-present specter of the Miami Heat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hoops Adjacent David Aldridge hops from the NBA to talk about the Women's NCAA Tournament with The Athletic's Zena Keita and Girls Talk Sports' Khristina Williams. The crew discusses the huge rematch between Iowa and LSU and how the stars came out to play. How big of a star is Caitlin Clark going to be? They also discuss UCONN vs USC. Plus, we get their picks for the Final Four. Women's basketball is on the rise, listen to the best break down why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Basketbuds Zach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis discuss NBA talent in the NCAA Tournament, react to Joel Embiid's impending return, and project Victor Wembanyama's future. Then the guys react to the Minnesota Timberwolves ownership mess with a little game of, "Who owns the Timberwolves?". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week that was in the NBA, trades that might have to happen for the Wolves this summer, Wolves crunch time issues, and then talk with Anthony Slater about the Warriors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tampering Sam Amick is joined by Will Guillory and Jay King to switch up the usual trend of examining Western Conference teams to dive into the East. The guys discuss Miami and Philadelphia to analyze if if they'll be able to figure it all out before the playoffs. Also, are the Celtics finally ready to put things together in for this playoff run? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nerder Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour discuss the implications and takeaways from March basketball games in the NBA. Does it matter when contenders blow games? In preparation for the playoffs, the guys try to come up with questions team need to answer. Are the Cavs tough enough? Does Zion work in the playoffs? Should Orlando just be happy to be there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hoops Adjacent David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by the Athletic's Kelly Iko to dissect what the Rockets have figured out here down the stretch. Is the team better without Alperen Şengün? Plus, are the Warriors done for? Or can they hold on to the 10th seed in the West and fight their way into the playoffs? Is there anyone that can help Steph Curry? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buds Zach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis talk about the race for the tenth spot in the West as the Rockets keep winning, and the Warriors keep losing. The top of the west is discussed as the guys look at the Thunder and Timberwolves, and they Plant Their flags for the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht is joined by Sam Vecenie to discuss the potential of Jalen Williams, the NCAA Tournament and the players that could improve their draft stock, and then a mock draft through the lottery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tampering    Sam Amick and Anthony Slater are joined by Fred Katz, Kelly Iko, and Law Murray to discuss if the Knicks can be healthy by playoff time, the Rockets' pursuit of the play-in, and are the Clippers in trouble? Tune in and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nerder Dave Dufour, Seth Partnow. and Mo Dahkil discuss whether or not the league implementing live betting into the League Pass App is good idea. Would you trust the Celtics more this post season, or would you put your faith in someone like the Knicks? The guys break it all down in Who Do You Trust? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nicole Auerbach joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to talk all things March Madness. Why parity has been the separator for Women’s college basketball. Who to watch in the Men’s and Women’s tournament. Does South Carolina have a weakness? How the transfer portal and the loss of legendary coaches have hurt the Men’s game. Should the NCAA expand the brackets? And Nicole gives her Final Four picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Basketbuds Dave DuFour, Jay King and Josh Huestis discuss the following topics on today's episode: Nothing, Something or Everything Kyrie Irving hits a running lefty hook to beat the Nuggets, are the Mavs dangerous? Are the Nuggets beatable? Is the Kyrie shot, nothing, something or everything? The Clippers have lost 4 out of their last 5 games, with losses to Atlanta, New Orleans, Minnesota and Milwaukee.. Paul George said after the game, “Right now, I don’t think we have an identity” Is this nothing, something or everything? The Suns lose to the Giannis-less Bucks, in a game that Middleton described Dame as “Picking the Suns apart”… The Suns are 7-6 in their last 13 games.. is the recent play of the Suns, nothing, something or everything? Jalen Brunson has 2 consecutive 40 points games, against the Blazers and the Kings. The Knicks have won 5 of their last 7 games and are getting healthier by the week.. is this stretch from the Knicks something, nothing or everything? Ignoring the favorites…  You have to pick a team, other than Boston and Miami, to win the East this season… who are you going with? Pick a team, other than the Nuggets, to win the West.  Pick a player, other than Rudy Gobert, to win DPOY Pick a player, other than Jokic, to win MVP… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week that was in the NBA, 5 players to watch for in the NCAA tournament, DUNK or JUNK on the Thunder's rebounding problems leading to an early playoff exit, and then Jonathan Osbourne of the 6th Man Show joins to discuss the Orlando Magic. They end the show with another fun edition of Andrew vs. The Beat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tampering Will Guillory joins Sam Amick and Anthony Slater to catch up on the Pelicans recent success, Zion’s health, and their push to the playoffs. Then, Slater shares some insight from Oklahoma City on the Thunder and discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s chances at MVP, followed by quick hitter check ins on the Bucks, Warriors, Lakers, and Heat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nerder The guys are here to answer your questions on this week's mailbag episode. Is scoring higher in the earlier parts of the season? We don't talk about Sabonis? Who is your All-NBA escape room team? Also, the guys discuss why fans seem to have such a negative attitude about the league right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hoops Adjacent Rex Chapman joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to talk about his best selling book :It's Hard for Me to Live with Me, detailing his life in basketball, his battle with drug addiction during and after his career, and his calling to help others dealing with addiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buds Zach Harper, Jay King, and Dave DuFour catch up on some news and discuss Rudy Gobert's gambling insinuations. The guys also discuss Troy Weaver's fan interaction and play a game of "Is This Real?" about trends since the All Star Break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the Week that Was, 5 stats that made me say hmmm, a look at the teams that have pressure this offseason and then we dive deep on the Dallas Mavericks with Tim Cato of the Athletic. Then we finish the show with a fun edition of Andrew vs. The Beat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tampering Sam Amick and Anthony Slater are joined by Jon Krawczynski to get an update the breaking news of Karl-Anthony Towns latest injury. Then, Jovan Buha joins to jump into the 'mosh pit' of the lower seeded teams in the NBA, and how the postseason will shake out. We want to hear from you! We're asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to  theathletic.com/survey24 Three lucky entries will win $100 worth of Amazon vouchers. So whether you're a long-time listener or a new one, we want your feedback. Go to:  theathletic.com/survey24 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nerder, She Wrote Mo Dahkil, Seth Partnow, and Mike Vorkunov discuss how the next media deal could look, and what that means for the casual viewer. The guys also touch on what rule changes could come about in the next few years to help curve the offensive explosion of the modern NBA. Mo poses the question, " What should the top teams be most afraid of come playoff time?" We want to hear from you! We're asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to  theathletic.com/survey24 Three lucky entries will win $100 worth of Amazon vouchers. So whether you're a long-time listener or a new one, we want your feedback. Go to:  theathletic.com/survey24 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices