RealGM Radio
RealGM Radio is a weekly NBA podcast hosted by Wes Goldberg, a credentialed media member who hosts shows on the Locked On Podcast Network and has bylines at The Ringer, RealGM and more. RealGM Radio goes beyond the headlines and hot takes and brings you the NBA conversations that matter. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in-part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com
Episodes
October 8, 2025 • 68 mins
In this episode of RealGM Radio, host Wes Goldberg is joined by Mike Shearer, author of Basketball Poetry on Substack, to discuss the NBA’s most impactful offseason additions and how they’ll reshape team identities across the league. From Norm Powell’s role in Miami and Kristaps Porzingis’ impact on Atlanta, to Al Horford’s fit in Golden State, they break down the players redefining their teams’ styles and expectations.
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October 2, 2025 • 117 mins
The NBA's Pacific Division is home to some of the league's biggest stars and most interesting stories. Wes Goldberg is joined by Andy Kamenetzky (ESPN LA, Locked On Lakers) to break down the key offseason moves and most interesting players on the Lakers, Clippers, Warriors, Suns and Kings. Then Bram Hillsman (Warriors Huddle) jumps on to discuss a frustrating Warriors offseason.
00:00 – Intro
02:00 – Warriors & Jonathan Kaminga ...
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September 24, 2025 • 95 mins
Wes Goldberg and guest Dieter Kurtenbach dissect the explosive Kawhi Leonard investigation, praising Pablo Torre's groundbreaking reporting. They scrutinize Adam Silver's tenure as NBA commissioner, questioning his focus on TV deals over league health.
They explore innovative ways to enhance NBA strategy discussions, comparing coverage to the NFL and proposing new systems for describing team formations. All-Star Game format chang...
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September 17, 2025 • 74 mins
The NBA's Northwest Division is home to some of the best teams in the NBA. Wes Goldberg and guests Adam Mares (DNVR Sports) and Andrew Schlecht (The Athletic) dissect the key offseason moves and most interesting players for the Thunder, Nuggets, Timberwolves, Trail Blazers and Jazz.
00:00 – Intro
02:00 – OKC Thunder championship run & offseason outlook
10:00 – Denver Nuggets moves
18:00 – Can Minnesota stay in contention?
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September 10, 2025 • 95 mins
The NBA's Southeast Division is ready to level up. Wes Goldberg and guests Keith Smith (Spotrac) and Brad Rowland (Locked On Hawks) dissect offseason moves, potential lineups, and bold predictions for the Hawks, Magic, Heat, Hornets and Wizards. #nba #miamiheat #traeyoung
0:00 Thoughts on Kawhi Leonard situation
9:00 Orlando Magic
21:45 Atlanta Hawks
35:41 Miami Heat
50:44 Charlotte Hornets
59:00 Washington Wizards
1:05:00 Heat c...
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September 3, 2025 • 86 mins
The Southwest Division is STACKED with storylines heading into this NBA season. Wes Goldberg (RealGM Radio) and Keith Parrish (Fastbreak Breakfast, Grits & Grinds) break down every team—Rockets, Spurs, Pelicans, Mavericks, and Grizzlies—and make predictions for how the division will shake out.
We cover Kevin Durant joining the Houston Rockets, Victor Wembanyama’s year three leap, Zion’s health, Cooper Flagg’s impact in Dallas, and...
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August 28, 2025 • 56 mins
The NBA's Central Division is one of the most competitive in the NBA. Wes Goldberg and guests Danny Cunningham and Haize dissect offseason moves, potential lineups, and bold predictions for the Cavaliers, Pacers, Bucks, Bulls and Pistons.
From Tyrese Haliburton’s season-ending Achilles injury and the Cavaliers battling their playoff demons, the guys break down every angle. They also discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwau...
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August 18, 2025 • 79 mins
Wes Goldberg, Jared Dubin and Es Baraheni break down the offseasons for the Knicks, Celtics, Raptors, 76ers and Nets before predicting which teams will make the playoffs.
0:00 Intro
3:58 Brandon Ingram's Role and Impact
7:29 Sixers' Uncertain Season Outlook
10:44 Knicks Offense Analysis
20:21 Discussion on Boston's Roster Changes
37:19 Raptors Breakdown
45:30 Most impactful newcomer
50:48 Most interesting rookie
1:00:40 Playoff Pr...
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August 11, 2025 • 69 mins
Wes Goldberg and Matt Moore react to NBA Western Conference win totals for the upcoming season and make their picks for over/unders.
0:00 Intro
1:30 Mavericks
5:58 Nuggets
11:58 Warriors
20:02 Rockets
25:19 Clippers
31:47 Lakers
40:08 Grizzlies
43:30 Timberwolves
47:50 Pelicans
51:08 Thunder
54:53 Suns
58:59 Trail Blazers
1:00:55 Kings
1:02:18 Spurs
1:03:52 Jazz
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August 6, 2025 • 76 mins
Wes Goldberg and Matt Moore react to NBA Eastern Conference win totals for the upcoming season and make their picks for over/unders.
0:00 Intro
3:00 Atlanta Hawks
10:30 Boston Celtics
17:30 Brooklyn Nets
20:45 Charlotte Hornets
24:45 Chicago Bulls
28:00 Cleveland Cavaliers
33:00 Detroit Pistons
38:15 Indiana Pacers
43:16 Miami Heat
48:56 Milwaukee Bucks & Giannis' future
55:00 New York Knicks
57:31 Orlando Magic
1:02:00 Philadelph...
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July 29, 2025 • 82 mins
Wes Goldberg and Katie Heindl discuss the Men's Health feature on Luka Doncic and what it means for Luka at this point in his career. Then they discuss the state of NBA media, Kevin Durant on the Houston Rockets, Chris Paul's return to the LA Clippers, the ESPN feature on Joel Embiid, the Toronto Raptors and what is still missing in the conversation about OKC Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. #nba #lukadoncic #lakers
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July 25, 2025 • 58 mins
It's all about point guards! Wes Goldberg and John Wilmes talk about the Clippers signing Chris Paul, Damian Lillard returning to the Trail Blazers and the Lakers adding Marcus Smart. Then they discuss potential landing spots for Russell Westbrook before building the ultimate point guard.
0:00 Intro
3:50 Chris Paul returns to Clippers
13:00 Damian Lillard returns to Portland
24:20 Marcus Smart signs with Lakers
37:45 Russell...
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July 16, 2025 • 60 mins
Wes Goldberg and Anthony Irwin discuss LeBron James' future with the Los Angeles Lakers and how good the Lakers can be with a full year of Luka Doncic before talking about some LeBron trade ideas.
0:00 Intro
2:30 LeBron's future
13:00 Lakers as contenders
20:40 Lakers' next moves
28:00 Bradley Beal buyout reaction
31:00 Bronny James and other Summer League standouts
39:36 LeBron trade ideas
50:38 LeBron's best Lakers teammates dr...
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July 9, 2025 • 60 mins
Catching up on the latest NBA offseason news, LeBron James' future and revisiting "The Decision" 15 years later.
0:00 Intro
5:03 Thunder's future with big three extensions
10:21 Jokic declines extension, future contract plans
17:21 Three-way trade: Heat, Clippers, Jazz analysis
26:52 Worst NBA offseasons
35:43 The Decision 15 years later
46:51 LeBron's future with Lakers
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July 2, 2025 • 88 mins
Wes Goldberg and Matt Moore rank every NBA team in terms of whether or not they are a contender after the first wave of free agency. #nba
0:00 Intro
7:00 Thunder
9:51 Rockets
16:34 Nuggets
18:43 Cavs and Knicks
29:27 Spurs
32:00 Timberwolves
37:48 Magic
41:22 Pistons
49:02 Bucks
52:13 Lakers & LeBron trade ideas
1:00:47 Mavericks
1:03:59 Pacers
1:09:27 Heat
1:13:43 Pelicans
1:17:07 Bulls
1:20:54 Wizards and Hornets
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Wes Goldberg and Adam Mares (DNVR Sports, All NBA Podcast) break down the Oklahoma City Thunder's championship victory, Sam Presti's roster construction and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's superstar ascension. Then they talk about Tyrese Haliburton's injury and its impact on the Pacers future, Kevin Durant getting traded to the Houston Rockets and the Denver Nuggets' plan for the offseason before diving into their "My Guys" in the NBA Dr...
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June 19, 2025 • 23 mins
Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder to force the first Game 7 in the NBA Finals since 2016. Who has the edge to win the 2025 championship? Wes Goldberg breaks down a surprising Game 6 and what comes next.
#indianapacers #nba #okcthunder #tyresehaliburton
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OKC's defensive masterclass and Jalen Williams' breakout performance have the OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER on the brink of a championship. Wes Goldberg and Dave DuFour (The Athletic) analyze the THUNDER's path to success, dissecting their suffocating defense and the PACERS' struggles.
The conversation shifts to blockbuster trade scenarios, including Desmond Bane's move to Orlando and potential Kevin Durant destinations. Charlotte's chal...
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June 12, 2025 • 24 mins
Wes Goldberg shares his takeaways and observations from the Indiana Pacers' win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, including Tyrese Haliburton's aggressiveness, the Pacers' defensive adjustments and where Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fell short.
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June 9, 2025 • 59 mins
Wes Goldberg and Mo Dakhil discuss the first two games of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers.
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