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The Athletic NBA Daily
Start your day with The Athletic NBA Daily – a fast, entertaining recap of the most important games and stories from the world of professional basketball with new episodes dropping Monday through Friday. Hosted by Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Esfandiar Baraheni with regular appearances by The Athletic’s award-winning NBA reporters. Andrew Schlecht and Alex Spears cap the week with the full-length Saturday Slam n’ Jam episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
- The Athletic NBA Daily
Trade Deadline Preview
Sam Amick, Anthony Slater, and Fred Katz discuss all of the trade buzz going around the league, the options on the table for the Lakers, Knicks, and Warriors…
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Rockets firing at the deadline? + Klay's rough stretch
Kelly Iko joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to discuss the Rockets' playoff hopes and deadline opportunities, other trade scenarios around the league…
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Embiid's Bad News | Trade Deadline Week
Zach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis react to the Joel Embiid injury news, Doc Rivers first week in Milwaukee, and discuss the latest trade rumors. Hosted…
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The Athletic's All-Access: Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon
Becky Hammon joins Ben and Sabreena to relive the 2023 Las Vegas Aces title run. Hammon shares how the team dealt with the super team expectations, the grind…
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Trade Deadline Expectations | NBA SNUB DAY | Clippers
Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss who the snubs are for the All Star game, the top 6 in each conference according to BetMGM, First time all stars, and…
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Trade Scuttlebutt + Hot Action
Sam Amick, Anthony Slater, and Fred Katz react to the Joel Embiid injury situation, discuss various trade scenarios heading into the deadline, and take a look…
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Embiid's injury | Trade Deadline Primer
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to Joel Embiid's knee injury, discuss the new games played threshold, and play a trade deadline edition of "Fish…
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Explosive Offense + Taylor Swift w/ Wosny Lambre
The Ringer's Wosny Lambre returns to Hoops Adjacent, joining David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to discuss whether the NBA has a scoring problem, Embiid…
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Hot Take Safe Zone | Clippers win it all?
Zach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis throw out some hot takes and then play a game of "Buy or Sell" to see who's buying Doc Rivers, the Clippers, and Joel…
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NBA Awards: The Slammies + The Hornets Plan
Slam and JamAndrew Schlecht and Alex Speers bring you:The Mid-Season Slammies.Individual Awards (We each pick our own winners)Most Shocking StatFine, I Was…
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Inside the Bucks | Trade Deadline | Thunder Rise
TamperingSam Amick, Anthony Slater, and Fred Katz are joined by Eric Nehm to discuss the decision making process behind firing Adrian Griffin, hiring Doc…
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What's up Doc? + Embiid vs. KAT
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to the coaching change in Milwaukee, breakdown the Terry Rozier trade to Miami, and compare Embiid's 70 point…
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Embiid's 70 points + NBA Trade Chatter
Sam Amick joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to react to Joel Embiid's 70 point performance, Karl-Anthony Towns getting benched while scoring 62, and all…
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All Star Starters + Plant Your Flag
Basketball BudsZach Harper, Josh Huestis and Andrew Schlecht discuss who the All Star Starters will be, and where the voting gets it wrong.Then they play a fun…
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NBA Trade Season + Bucks Talk
Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers bring on Sam Vecenie to discuss NBA Trade Season and who could be on the move including, Bruce Brown, Mikal Bridges, Nic…
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Siakam Trade Decode + Who's next on the trade market?
Sam Amick, Anthony Slater, and Fred Katz discuss the life of Dejan Milojević, chronicle the events leading to the Pacers trading for Pascal Siakam, and…
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Siakam to Indy + Nerder Mailbag
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to the marquee NBA primetime games, discuss the recent Pascal Siakam trade rumors, and answer listener questions…
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Chicago Boos w/ J.A. Adande + Vince Goodwill
J.A. Adande and Vince Goodwill join David Aldridge to discuss the NBA load management report, the reaction to Jerry Krause in Chicago, Michael Jordan’s career…
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Zach Brings His Laptop + The Buddies
Zach Harper, Jay King, and Jost Heustis react to listener comments, discuss the trade between the Washington Wizards and Detroit Pistons, and hand out some…
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Jazz in Rhythm + Pacers Problems
Slam and JamAndrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the Week that Was, 5 offensive stats, and how the Jazz are cruising to the Play In Tournament.Then Caitlin…
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Bouncing Around the NBA: Knicks, Raptors, Clippers and Wolves
TamperingSam Amick and Fred Katz bounce around the NBA first discussing Fred's beat, the New York Knicks and how they've played since the OG Anunoby trade…
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Mid-Season MVP Tiers + Clippers Contending
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to the Ja Morant injury news, Eric Spoelstra's new contract, the Clippers status as title contenders, and check…
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Draymond's resolutions | Bob Myers + The NFL
Zena Keita joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to discuss resolutions, Bob Myers' new NFL gig, and the Draymond spectacle. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Draymond's return + Lakers and Warriors toast?
The Buds discuss the long awaited return of Draymond from his suspension and his comments amid his comeback. Are the Bucks title chances already over? Plus…
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Thunder Contenders NOW? | Kings talk with Deuce and Mo
Slam and JamAndrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the Week that Was, 5 stats that made me say hmmm... including Thunder, Wolves and Warriors stats, and Alex…
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Lakers Struggle | Thunder Roll | Clippers Rise
TamperingSam Amick, Anthony Slater and Fred Katz are joined in the first segment by Jovan Buha to discuss the Lakers struggles and how they are tuning out…
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Are the Thunder Finals contenders? | OG Trade Reaction
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour discuss the rise of the Oklahoma City Thunder to contender status, react to the OG Anunoby trade between the Knicks…
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Resolutions | OG Trade | Top 5
Basketball BudsZach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis discuss the OG Anunoby trade to the Knicks, New Years Resolutions for NBA Teams and Players, and finish…
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Holiday Check-in+Hooping with Bieber
Jared Weiss, Kelly Iko, Law Murray, and Tim Cato hop on to talk Suns, Mavs, the Grizzlies since Ja's return. Also, Law played ball with Justin Bieber. Hosted…
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Detroit Pistons: How did we get here?
Andrew Schlecht is joined by James Edwards to discuss the Detroit Pistons 27 game losing streak, how the Pistons got here, where things go from here, and they…
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Longhorns' Madison Booker and Rori Harmon
Rori Harmon and Madison Booker, two stars of the undefeated no. 5 Texas Longhorns, join Chantel and Sabreena to share some behind-the-scenes stories about…
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Christmas Day Reaction + Trouble in Phoenix?
Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour react to the Christmas Day games, discuss Luka's 50 point game, and talk about the problems for the Suns. Hosted on Acast. See…
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NBA Show Christmas Special
Zach Harper, Jay King and Josh Huestis preview the Christmas Day games, David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson look at NBA Christmas past, Nerder She wrote crew…
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10 Craziest Things about the Pistons + An Honest Look at the Cavs
Slam and JamAndrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the "Week that Was" in the NBA, why the NBA is making history with 3 teams, the top 10 craziest things…
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Zion's Contract + MVP Early Returns
Sam Amick, Anthony Slate, and Fred Katz are joined by Mike Vorkunov to discuss Zion Williamson's unique contract, the Warriors win against the Celtics, trade…
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Ja Morant return reaction + Teams in Panic Mode
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to Ja Morant's return for Memphis, the Pelicans Zion problem, and pull out the Panic Meter for the Cavaliers…
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A Banner Night for the Lakers with J.A. Adande
David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by J.A. Adande to catch up on the Bulls recent success, jumping on the scorer’s table, Monta Ellis, and Lakers…
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SGA or Tatum? Clippers or Lakers? PLANT YOUR FLAG
Basketball BudsHot Take Safe Zone, Christmas EditionPLANT YOUR FLAGClippers or LakersSuns or Pelicans SGA or Jayson TatumTeam to make it further in the…
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Lauri Markkanen Trades | Bulls Talk with Trey Kirby
Slam and JamAndrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss fake Lauri Markkanen trades and what it might take to pry him away from the Utah Jazz. Then we look back at…
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Draymond Indefinite Suspension | Game Ball Gate | Lakers Trades
TamperingSam Amick, Anthony Slater and Jovan Buha discuss Draymond Green's indefinite suspension, and what is next for the Warriors? The Bucks, Giannis and…
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5 Questions + Draymond has lost it
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour take stock of the regular season at the quarter way mark, discuss the return of Ja Morant, and wonder if Draymond has…
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NBA Relegations + IST Banners
David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson discuss NBA relegation, hanging banners, issues with the In-Season Tournament, and the Pacers’ current ceiling. Hosted on…
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LaVine Trade Ideas | Magic and Thunder Real? + In Season Tournament Review
Basketball BudsZach Harper, Jay King and Josh Huestis discuss the following topics:1. In Season Tournament Thoughts2. What would you change?What is Real? How…
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Lakers Win the In Season Tournament
Andrew Schlecht and Sam Amick break down the Lakers win against the Pacers, LeBron winning the MVP, and overview of the in season tournament and what the…
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Pacers and Lakers Win, Bucks Locker Room Problems
Andrew Schlecht and Eric Nehm discuss the Pacers and Lakers moving on to the In Season Tournament Finals, the Bucks locker room problems, and more. Hosted on…
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Evan Wasch, EVP Of NBA Basketball Strategy & Analytics
Evan Wasch, EVP Of NBA Basketball Strategy & Analytics, joins Sam Amick and Anthony Slater to discuss the In-Season Tournament, successes and tweaks, player…
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Blown Calls | Why we were wrong about the In-Season Tourney
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to the blown call at the end of the Lakers and Suns IST elimination game, recap the quarter finals, look ahead…
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What is wrong in Detroit?
Marcus Thompson, Zena Keita, and James Edwards get together to discuss the In-Season Tournament, sports fan psychology, and the issues in Detroit. Hosted on…
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Quarter Season Awards
Zach Harper, Josh Huestis and Jay King give their quick predictions on the In Season Tournament, and then discuss the following topics quarter way through the…
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Extreme Teams, 5 Man Lineups, and the Nuggets
Slam and JamAndrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the "Week that Was" in the NBA, talk about 6 lineups that are standing out so far this season, EXTREME…
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Bracket Breakdown + What's wrong with the Warriors?
Sam Amick, Fred Katz, and Anthony Slater discuss how players feel about the In-Season Tournament, tie-breakers, take a look at the bracket, and check in on the…
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November Madness | Are the Wolves for real?
Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour discuss the thrilling final night of the NBA In-Season Tournament, potential changes to the format, and whether the…
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Orlando Magic Head Coach Jamahl Mosley
The Athletic's David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by Orlando Magic Head Coach Jamahl Mosley to discuss Orlando's early season success, the In-Season…
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Buy or Sell Rookies, Thunder, Magic and more
Basketball BudsZach Harper, Jay King and Josh Huestis discuss the top teams in the NBA, if the Bucks defense is going to keep them out of contender status…
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Rookie Rankings + 2024 Draft Preview with Sam Vecenie
Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Sam Vecenie from the Athletic to discuss the 2023 Rookie class including Chet v Wemby, how the Pistons are built…
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Nerder Thanksgiving Mailbag
Will De'Aaron Fox be an MVP candidate? How bad are the Wizards? Did the Nuggets lose too many depth pieces? What the heck is a ghost screen?Seth Partnow, Mo…
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Sacramento Kings Head Coach Mike Brown
The Athletic's David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by Sacramento Kings Head Coach Mike Brown to discuss the Kings, coaching star players, and Tyrese…
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Warriors washed? | Hot Take Safe Zone
Zach Harper, Jay King, and Will Guillory react to the Warriors recent woes, discuss Chet Holmgren's season, and lob a few takes in the safe zone. Hosted on…
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True NBA Contenders + The Content Nets
Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the Week that Was in the NBA, the two faced Orlando Magic, which teams can win the NBA title, and then they are joined…
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Draymond Green and the Timberwolves
Sam Amick, Anthony Slater and Jon Krawczynski discuss the Draymond Green suspension, did the league get it right? How will the Warriors stay afloat? Are the…