Basketball by Association
Go beyond the box scores and talking-head hype as Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the NBA's biggest on-court storylines. Get the full context and nuances of pro basketball while meeting up-and-coming content creators and experiencing a behind-the-scenes look at sports media. You can find Basketball by Association's video versions at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFhDvkOpbWmITJqHANSTWA
Episodes
April 27, 2024 • 44 mins
Episode 170: Do the Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Philadelphia 76ers suddenly have enough life to be dangerous? Are the Milwaukee Bucks, Phoenix Suns, LA Clippers and Los Angeles Lakers already cooked? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes check in with each 2024 NBA Playoffs series, detailing how the Denver Nuggets, Oklahoma City Thunder and Minnesota Timberwolves have dominated while the Indiana Pacers and Dallas Mavericks have made thing...
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April 18, 2024 • 76 mins
Episode 169: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes prognosticate every first-round matchup for the 2024 NBA Playoffs. They tackle big storylines like the Dallas Mavericks needing to win a series, why the Phoenix Suns are the worst possible matchup for the Minnesota Timberwolves, how the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers are prepared for a bloodbath, and why the Milwaukee Bucks are about to be embarrassed by the Indiana Pacers.
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April 11, 2024 • 41 mins
Episode 168: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the nearly formed 2024 NBA Playoffs field while wondering whether the Denver Nuggets are the West's team to beat. Who do the other top teams like the Minnesota Timberwolves and Oklahoma City Thunder want to see in the first round? They also assess the threat level teams like the New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers and Cleveland Cavaliers pose to the front-running Boston Celtics.
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April 5, 2024 • 45 mins
Episode 167: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the race between the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves and Oklahoma City Thunder for the West's No. 1 seed. They also sort out a wild 2-8 finish in the Eastern Conference while discussing Bronny James' future and Rajon Rondo's impactful NBA career.
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March 8, 2024 • 49 mins
Episode 166: Why is Anthony Edwards already being linked to Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes have answers. They also weigh the Minnesota Timberwolves' ceiling after Karl Anthony Towns' meniscus tear. Additionally, they predict which teams are positioned for strong finishes to the 2023-24 NBA Regular Season while also lamenting franchises that have yet to host an NBA All-Start game.
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February 20, 2024 • 48 mins
Episode 165: Let all hand-wringing cease and the tears be wiped away... Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes have fixed the NBA All-Star game and all problems with no defense and high scoring are solved! Well, sort of. The guys also make predictions for the home stretch of the NBA season while breaking down Mike Conley's extension in Minnesota and Jacque Vaughn's firing in Brooklyn, plus much more.
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February 15, 2024 • 42 mins
Episode 164: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the NBA's landscape leading into the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend, including the biggest surprises and disappointments so far. They also weigh the staying power of the New York Knicks, LA Clippers and Oklahoma City Thunder in their respective conferences.
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January 26, 2024 • 59 mins
Episode 163: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes are not happy with the Milwaukee Bucks after firing Adrian Griffin, but they're furious for replacing him with Doc Rivers. They also break down the beauty of the Indiana Pacers' trade for Pascal Siakam, how Terry Rozier to the Miami Heat is a no-brainer, LeBron James' 20th All-Star selection, and why Joel Embiid's 70 points is more than just "the W" that Karl Anthony Towns couldn't get with...
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January 5, 2024 • 64 mins
Episode 162: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes are losing hope in the Golden State Warriors but remain fine with the Los Angeles Lakers' recent skid. They break down what the OG Anunoby trade means to the New York Knicks and whether RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley will be Toronto Raptors long-term. They also check in on Victor Wembanyama's Spurs supporting cast and what the plan is in San Antonio.
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December 14, 2023 • 54 mins
Episode 161: It's finally time for the Golden State Warriors to trade Draymond Green following his most recent suspension. Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes set the market, destinations and expectations for the Dubs' lightning rod. They also break down Giannis Antetokounmpo's 64-point eruption and debate whether the Phoenix Suns are dangerous or not now that they have Bradley Beal back.
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December 8, 2023 • 45 mins
Episode 160: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes have been watching Tyrese Haliburton and these Indiana Pacers longer than most. Here's all you've been missing as they burst onto the national stage against a championship-ready LeBron James and his L.A. Lakers. They also discuss the miserable Detroit Pistons, the New York Knicks' star "problem," the staying power of the Minnesota Timberwolves and what the NBA's In-Season Tournament's real ...
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November 17, 2023 • 55 mins
Episode 159: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes detail Anthony Edwards' evolution and how it propelled the Minnesota Timberwolves to such a strong start. They also break down how Kyrie Irving's sacrifices have helped the Dallas Mavericks while wondering if Russell Westbrook can do the same for the James Harden-ed L.A. Clippers. Draymond Green's headlock, the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers also make this yet another fun epis...
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November 4, 2023 • 59 mins
Episode 158: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes share their initial likes and dislikes of the NBA Cup so far as well as lamenting nearly everything about the James Harden trade for all involved. They also break down early-season surprises, disappointments and failed predictions from the NBA's first couple of weeks.
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October 27, 2023 • 44 mins
Episode 157: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes round up the first few nights of the NBA season by discussing Damian Lillard and Victor Wembanyama's debuts, as well as one big-market coach who may already be in trouble. They also discuss the NBA All-Star Game's return to a traditional format, James Harden's latest drama and how honoring Kobe Bryant is in danger of becoming cynically promotional in some circles.
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October 20, 2023 • 59 mins
Which teams will compete for the 2024 NBA Championship? Which up-and-comers will take a big leap forward and who will disappoint? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes predict how each conference will finish, along with winners for the NBA MVP, COY, ROY, DPOY and 6th Man of the Year awards. They also forecast playoff brackets and their favorite bets.
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October 14, 2023 • 80 mins
Episode 155: Which NBA teams got better, worse or stayed the same after this offseason? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down what's in store for the Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors, San Antonio Spurs, Phoenix Suns and every other franchise in the Western Conference.
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October 4, 2023 • 67 mins
Episode 154: Which NBA teams got better, worse or stayed the same after this offseason? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the progress (or lack thereof) for the New York Knicks, Chicago Bulls, Miami Heat, Boston Celtics and every other franchise in the Eastern Conference.
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September 28, 2023 • 53 mins
Episode 153: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the blockbuster Damian Lillard trade to the Milwaukee Bucks from all angles, including what it means for the Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers. They also predict what's next for James Harden and the Philadelphia 76ers. (HINT: It's probably not good.)
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July 13, 2023 • 65 mins
Episode 152: The new "NBA Cup" is a cool idea, but one that's missing a TON of no-brainer features. From raising the stakes to changing the dates and format, Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes debate how to improve the in-season tournament before it even begins. They also break down important offseason news for Damian Lillard, the New York Knicks, Houston Rockets, Detroit Pistons and much more.
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July 3, 2023 • 73 mins
Episode 151: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the latest Damian Lillard trade rumors while also throwing in a few destinations of their own. Next, they weigh big moves made by the Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors, Boston Celtics, Phoenix Suns and others all hoping to sit atop next year's NBA standings.
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