The Dunker Spot
Nekias Duncan and former NBA video coordinator and assistant coach Steve Jones provide an in-depth, analytical look at the teams, players and stories shaping the NBA. With a rare X’s and O’s analysis that goes deeper than other surface-level hoops discussions. The Dunker Spot is your hardcourt home for smart, nuanced basketball conversation.
Episodes
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First, Sam Vecenie (Game Theory Podcast, The Athletic) makes his return! The guys participate in a Rookie Intrigue draft, each selecting the five players they're most intrigued by for this upcoming season.
On the WNBA side, the guys break down an electric game between the Las Vegas Aces and the Indiana Fever and talk through some of the broader lessons to take away. Fro...
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First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the Dallas Mavericks after agreeing to an extension with Naji Marshall. From there, they broaden the conversation by power-ranking the Western Conference teams that missed the playoffs based on their likelihood of making it this season.
On the WNBA side, the guys break down the trade that sent Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury, then give their ...
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones celebrate their 500th episode. The pair share the origin story of The Dunker Spot, reflect on their favorite memories of doing the show together and hear from friends of the podcast.
Next, Chicago Sky head coach Tyler Marsh joins the program to discuss the Sky's biggest growth areas, DiJonai Carrington’s impact on the team and how...
The 500th episode of The Dunker Spot is coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the Golden State Warriors and Denver Nuggets as they navigate quiet offseasons. From there, they answer a few questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag.
On the WNBA side, the guys share their takeaways from Thursday’s showdown between A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart before reveling in their collective greatness. They t...
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First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to and break down the Sixers signing LeBron James (and, eventually, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope) to a star-studded roster. They discuss LeBron's fit, how he'll help, and potential question marks to monitor moving forward.
On the WNBA side, the guys share their favorite moments from All-Star weekend before digging into...
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones take mailbag questions from viewers! Which NBA team had the had the best offseason? How do the guys watch and analyze basketball games? Who in the NBA is poised for a comeback next season?
Next, Portland Fire head coach Alex Sarama joins the show to break down his coaching philosophy, the challenges of being an expansion team and how he...
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First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones catch up on the latest transaction news in the NBA, headlined by the three-team deal that sent former #1 pick Zaccharie Risacher to the Dallas Mavericks and Lu Dort to the Atlanta Hawks. They then discuss the most interesting free agents available and their ideal fits.
On the WNBA side, the guys discuss the historic pace...
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First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give a salute to Caleb Wilson, share their way-too-early Rookie of the Year predictions and shout out who’s impressed in Summer League.
Plus, Giannis is officially a member of the Miami Heat. How will Giannis fit in Miami? What’s the latest with LeBron? They give their insight.
Shifting over to the WNBA, Nekias and Steve give ...
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to the opening weekend of Las Vegas Summer League play. From there, they check in on the LeBron Sweepstakes and other signings around the league.
On the WNBA side, the guys react to the Los Angeles Sparks firing their general manager and explore what may come next. They also check in on the Fever, Aces, and New York Liberty bef...
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to opening day (and night) of Las Vegas Summer League. They discuss AJ Dybantsa's debut in a showdown against Darryn Peterson and the Jazz, the Darius Acuff-Keaton Wagler duel, the Morez Johnson-Yaxel Lendeborg matchup and much more.
From there, they discuss the latest NBA news. Is the Kawhi Leonard trade actually in je...
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their thoughts on NBA free agency’s latest, from Donovan Mitchell’s max extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers to the Memphis Grizzlies signing Quentin Post.
Next, they talk summer league: how are the top rookies doing? Is there anybody who’s standing out?
Then, what’s going in the W? Nekia...
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First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down the biggest trades of the week -- Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami, LaMelo Ball to Minnesota, and the sign-and-trade that sent Walker Kessler to the Lakers -- before bouncing around other free agency moves.
On the WNBA side, the guys react to Caitlin Clark's public statement before analyzing this year's All-Star starters. Th...
It’s trade season galore! Jerseys are swapping and the rumors are milling - Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones talk through it all.
They discuss the recent Ja Morant trade and his fit with the Portland Trail Blazers, touch on the Charlotte Hornets trading Miles Bridges to the Phoenix Suns, and cover all the news surrounding some of the league’s biggest players. Will LeBron James and Anthony Davis join the Gold...
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down the biggest trades of the week -- Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami, LaMelo Ball to Minnesota, and the three-teamer that landed Julius Randle in Brooklyn and Nic Claxton in Chicago.
On the WNBA side, the guys talk through Marina Mabrey's historic night, a two-game contender gut check from the Las Vegas Aces, and the latest round o...
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First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Ben Pfeifer (EssentiallySports, Swish Theory) to talk all things NBA Draft! Ben shares his scouting philosophy and how it's evolved, then digs deep into this year's class.
From there, the guys shift to the W to take stock of the league after a fun weekend of hoops. They discuss Angel Reese's growing comfort...
We have a fun, truly jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones put a bow on the 2025-26 season. They're joined by the great Zach Lowe to talk about the things that brought them joy this season. The trio discusses their favorite games, player performances, stretches of team play, breakout seasons, league trends and more.
From there, the guys shift to the W to take s...
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First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones put a bow on the NBA Finals!
The New York Knicks, for the first time in 53 years, have won an NBA championship. The guys salute their journey, then give props to the San Antonio Spurs for their impressive year-one run.
From there, the guys shift to the W as the Commissioner's Cup group play is nearing its end. They discuss the Las Vegas A...
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First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones turn their attention to the NBA Finals!
Now that we've had time to decompress from a WILD Game 4, what actually matters about that game? The guys talk through some of their day-after takeaways, then look ahead to the potential series-ending Game 5.
From there, the guys shift to the WNBA and give themselves a headache! All-Star voting is o...
On this action-packed edition of The Dunker Spot, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down a historic night at MSG as the Knicks come back from 29 points down to take a commanding 3-1 lead against the Spurs.
0:25 Knicks' historic comeback vs. Spurs
7:46 Key takeaways from Game 4
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The Commissioner's Cup is well underway -- Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones have you covered with the early returns. They talk through the standings, discuss some of the most important upcoming matchups, and then bounce around the league with a few observations.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com
(2:06) Standings check-in
(5:23) Toronto Tem...
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