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Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Sixers comeback win against the Wizards, how Tyrese Maxey has exploded to start the season and the guys discuss their hope with the Wizard's fun young core. Then, Eric Nehm joins the show to discuss the Bucks win over the Knicks, Giannis's MVP-driven start, and how Rajon Rondo influenced Ryan Rollins.

Host: Dave DuFour

With: Es Baraheni, Eric Nehm

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Sixers big win against the Magic and how their guard duo of Edgecombe and Maxey have dominated the start of the season. Then the guys bounce around the league to discuss the Raptors, Wemby, Cooper Flagg’s struggles, and the teams that remain undefeated. Then Jon Krawczynski joins the show to discuss the Wolves loss to the Nuggets and how they will deal with losing Anthony Edwards.

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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Es Baraheni discuss the red flags they’ve seen so far this season including teams without guards like the Rockets, Mavs and Pacers. They also discuss the issues surrounding the Orlando Magic. Then the crew discusses the rookies that are showing out early on in the season.

After the break, Sam Amick joins to discuss the reporting around the betting scandal involving Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier a...

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the insane first few days of the NBA season, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Yaron Weitzman to discuss his new book: A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers. They discuss why there was pushback from the Lakers about the book, how the PG trade was almost to Cleveland, drafting Lonzo, and a hilarious Westbrook story. Then the guys play a f...

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Thunder’s double OT win against the Pacers, and Shai getting his career high, 55. Then the Warriors pull off an OT victory against the Nuggets behind Curry’s big night and Marcus Thompson of the Athletic is here to discuss it. They also dig into Aaron Gordon’s 50 (50!) points and 10 (10!) made threes.

Host: Dave DuFour

With: Es Baraheni, Marcus Thompson

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

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Dave DuFour and Zena Keita are back for night two of the NBA season including the Knicks statement win over the Cavs and Victor Wembanyama’s ridiculous season debut. James Edwards joins the show from MSG to break down the bench success for the Knicks and the changes Mike Brown has implemented on defense. Then Jared Weiss joins the gang from Dallas where Wemby’s 40 point 15 rebound night overshadowed Cooper Flagg’s debut.

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Dave DuFour and Zena Keita break down everything from the first night of the NBA season including Ring Night from OKC, OKC’s double OT thriller, and the Warriors dominating the Lakers. Andrew Schlecht joins the crew from OKC to discuss ring night, the banner being raised, and some timeout controversy. Then Dan Woike joins to discuss the Lakers falling to Curry, Jimmy and the Warriors.

Host: Dave DuFour

With: Zena Keita, Andrew Sc...

Es Baraheni is joined by Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady to discuss the players and teams that have stood out to TMac in the preseason, his prediction for NBA Champion, and discussing his career and how it compares to modern players.

Host: Es Baraheni

With: Tracy McGrady

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss which games they are looking forward to opening week, plus their picks of the week. Then Sam Amick joins Dave DuFour to discuss his experience being with the Nuggets during camp, the Clippers demeanor heading into the season, and what is going on in Sacramento?

Host: Dave DuFour

With: Sam Amick, Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grays...

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by Bryce Simon of the Game Theory Podcast to discuss the incoming rookie class and if Cooper Flagg is ready to handle the point guard position, what rookies have stood out in preseason, Dylan Harper's ability to mesh with Wemby, how Topic and Holmes will help their contending teams, and more. Then they discuss the 2026 NBA Draft and discuss the top 3 players in the incoming class. Finally ...

Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and James Edwards answer the following five questions about the Eastern Conference:

1. Who are the top 5 players in the East?

2. Which player is most likely to break out in the East?

3. Outside of the Washington and Brooklyn, what 3 other teams miss the Play In all together?

4. Who are the top 5 contenders in the East?

5. Who wins the East?

Host: Dave DuFour

With: Es Baraheni and James Edwards

Executive Pro...

Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Law Murray answer the following five questions about the Western Conference:

1. Who are the top 5 players in the West?

2. Which player is most likely to break out in the West?

3. Outside of the Jazz, what 4 other teams miss the Play In all together?

4. Who are the top 5 contenders in the West?

5. Who wins the West?

Host: Dave DuFour

With: Zena Keita and Law Murray

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlech...

Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss which teams, players, and coaches are under the most pressure heading into the NBA season. Then after the break they give their bold predictions for the NBA season.

Host: Dave DuFour

With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita

Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht

Audio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody

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On today’s show, Zena Keita and Andy Larsen discuss the future of the Utah Jazz, focusing on the key factors that will determine the team's success in the coming years. They explore the importance of identifying players who will fit into the team's contention timeline, particularly highlighting Keyonte George's uncertain position. The discussion also touches on recent player trades, including Collin Sexton's trade to the Charlotte ...