Locked On NBA – Daily Podcast On The National Basketball Association

The Boston Celtics fall to the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, but Jayson Tatum’s emotional return after last season’s Achilles injury sparks the bigger storyline. Can Tatum’s mental hurdle bolster the Celtics’ championship push?

Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore, and Haize break down a potential Celtics-Knicks playoff rematch. The show also tackles Joel Embiid’s emergency surgery and what it means for the Philadelphia 76ers’ post...

Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, Karl-Anthony Towns, LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, OG Anunoby, Mitchell Robinson, New York Knicks, Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors, Denver Nuggets, Houston Rockets, Philadelphia 76ers, and Joel Embiid headline today’s Locked On NBA Game Night podcast with in-depth NBA playoff race analysis, injury reports, and team prospects.

Cade Cunningham shocks the NBA with a triumphant return, powering the Detroit Pistons past the Milwaukee Bucks and reigniting the conversation about Detroit’s legitimacy as a Finals contender. Are the Pistons primed to break through as the East’s top seed, or will playoff inexperience and shooting woes hold them back? Wes Goldberg , Matt Moore and Haize dissect Cunningham’s impact, Detroit’s offensive strategy, and the Pistons’ pos...

Oklahoma City Thunder clinched the top seed in the Western Conference, outclassing the Los Angeles Clippers behind Chet Holmgren’s dominant 30-point, 14-rebound explosion. Can anyone stop the Thunder’s momentum heading into the NBA Playoffs? Tony East and John Karalis break down Holmgren’s development, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s scoring streak, and what makes OKC “inevitable” when firing on all cylinders.

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks hangs in the balance as rumors of a toxic relationship swirl and trade speculation intensifies. Which teams could instantly become title contenders with Giannis on board—and which landing spots would spark league chaos?Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore and Haize debate scenarios with the New York Knicks, Miami Heat, Boston Celtics, and wild card destinations, exploring the high-stakes ...

Kevin Durant ignites a 21-point comeback as the Houston Rockets surge past the Phoenix Suns, sending shockwaves through the Western Conference playoff race. Is Houston peaking just in time for a deep postseason push, while the Lakers’ injury woes leave their fate hanging by a thread? Exciting playoff previews emerge as the Boston Celtics and Charlotte Hornets trade blows, with standout performances by Jalen Brown, Jason Tatum, and ...

The Milwaukee Bucks face a turning point as the Giannis Antetokounmpo saga intensifies—did the front office miss their best trade window? Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore and Haize discuss the latest on Giannis and the Bucks and whether these new details will impact offers over the summer. Plus, the New York Knicks edge out the Atlanta Hawks in a nail-biter, spotlighting Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns’ potent two-man game. The playof...

Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit, Locked On Mavs) & Camille Davis (@CamilleMonae, Locked On Bucks) break down the Denver Nuggets' improbable comeback against the Portland Trail Blazers, highlighting Nikola Jokic's brilliance and the supporting cast's clutch plays. The hosts analyze the New York Knicks' much-needed win over the Atlanta Hawks, led by Jalen Brunson's late-game heroics and Karl-Anthony Towns' versatility.

Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff hopes take a massive hit with injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Can LeBron James defy the odds and keep the season alive, or is it time for Lakers fans to look ahead to next year? Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore and Haize discuss the Lakers' outlook before getting to other big stories from the weekend. The Denver Nuggets impress with a gritty overtime win against the San Antonio Spurs, as Nikola Jokic ...

On this edition of Locked On NBA Game Night, Danny Cunningham and Swipa break down all the games from Sunday, April 5, including Stephen Curry’s return to the floor in a thrilled loss to the Houston Rockets. The guys also break down the Los Angeles Lakers losing to the Dallas Mavericks as Cooper Flagg has another outstanding night in addition to every other game. 

Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets, Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio Spurs, Aaron Gordon, Jamal Murray, Christian Braun, Cam Johnson, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic, De’Aaron Fox, Devin Vassell, Harrison Barnes, Keldon Johnson, Dylan Harper, Luke Kornet, Boston Celtics, Cade Cunningham, Detroit Pistons, Jalen Duren, Ausar Thompson, Daniss Jenkins, Philadelphia 76ers, Andre Drummond, Adem Bona, Miami Heat, Bam Adebayo, Jaime Jaquez, W...

Luka Doncic has been downgraded to OUT for the foreseeable future after sustaining an injury to him hamstring in the OKC Thunder game that could sideline him through the playoffs. This injury has a MASSIVE effect on the Western Conference. Cooper Flagg does something no other teenager has done and drops FIFTY in an NBA game. The 76ers take down the Minnesota Timberwolves as they continue their ascent to the top six! 

Oklahoma City Thunder dominate ESPN’s MVP straw poll as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander surges ahead of Victor Wembanyama, Luka Doncic, and Nikola Jokic. Is the MVP race already over?

Thunder blast Lakers as Luka Doncic exits with injury—are Oklahoma City's championship aspirations for real? Spurs stun Clippers without Victor Wembanyama, Jalen Duren powers Pistons past Timberwolves, and the Hornets dominate Suns to fuel playoff buzz.