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
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down all angles of the Trae Young-to-Washington trade: how will he fit, who will he help, what does he have to prove, and what his situation says about the state of small guards in the NBA. We also explore how CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, for however long they're in Atlanta, can boost the Hawks -- and if the Hawks should make other...
We're bouncing around on today's episode of The Dunker Spot!
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss the surging Boston Celtics, who recently climbed to the East's second seed. They discuss their current standing and the non-Jaylen Brown standouts, as well as appreciate the level of buy-in Joe Mazzulla has gotten from this group.
From there, they bounce around. From the Pistons' consistent winning, to the Nuggets finding offense withou...
Happy New Year from The Dunker Spot!
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones dissect two of the most interesting teams in the league to this point: the Los Angeles Lakers and Philadelphia 76ers.
How good are they/ What are the growth areas? How seriously should we take them come playoff time?
Then, the guys discuss the breakout campaign Jaylen Brown is currently on.
They close with thoughts on the upcoming Unrivaled season, slated to tip off on ...
Happy New Year's Eve-Eve from The Dunker Spot!
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss the hot play of the Los Angeles Clippers, Miami Heat and surprisingly-plucky Brooklyn Nets. Next, they check in on the San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma City Thunder, Cleveland Cavaliers and Atlanta Hawks.
Finally, the guys react to the first return of All-Star voting. There may be a rant included.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkers...
Happy Holidays from The Dunker Spot!
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones went back to the mailbag for this one.
Questions range from the Minnesota Lynx's ideal draft strategy, to the Portland Trail Blazers' late-game offense, to the Houston Rockets' ideal closing five, to zone-beaters for rec league basketball teams. We bounced around quite a bit — thank you to everyone who sent in questions.
Happy Holidays from The Dunker Spot!
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones previewed this year's Christmas slate.
We have Cavaliers vs. Knicks, Spurs vs. Thunder, Rockets vs. Lakers, Mavericks vs Warriors and Timberwolves vs. Nuggets as the nightcap. Steve and Nekias are examining the key matchups, mini-battles and potential swing factors in each game.
Also, shout out to Wilt Chamberlain.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dun...
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot on deck!
With All-Star voting officially live, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their current All-Star teams — the games played minimum is (annoyingly, amusingly) in play for Nekias.
From there, they salute the NBA Cup champion Knicks and dive further into the shifts they've made offensively. They discuss the uptick in tempo, the empowerment of non-Brunson/KAT initiators, their lineup versat...
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot on deck!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the MVP and ROY races — the top two for each award will be heavily contested throughout the year. Then, the guys react to a thrilling game between the Rockets and Nuggets, and open a broader discussion about the top of the West.
From there, they quickly salute the Knicks before diving into the Spurs' upset victory over the historically-...
Ahead of this weekend's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones recap how the Magic, Knicks, Thunder and Spurs earned victories in the quarterfinals.
Then, the guys preview the semifinals — Knicks-Magic and Spurs-Thunder — asking and answering big picture questions about each matchup.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
(1:22) — Heat-Magic
(13:08) — Knicks-Raptors
(20:25) — Suns-Thunder
(27:31) ...
Ahead of this week's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones offer temperature checks in the West, ask key questions of the East, and bounce around with observations — and ice-in-cereal thoughts.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones have an honest conversation about the Los Angeles Clippers and the Chris Paul fallout, and talk through how the Clippers can still salvage their season.
From there, they check in on the Milwaukee Bucks in light of the recent Giannis Antetokounmpo injury, break down the excellent play of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, then close with a round of Free Throws.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at du...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are back to bounce around the league!
First, they discuss the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks racking up wins despite missing key talent. From there, they discuss the good-but-just-how-good Boston Celtics, the streaking Memphis Grizzlies (Edey time!), and the disappointing Los Angeles Clippers.
Finally, they close the show with some well deserved player shoutouts; Steve also hits Nekias with a Free...
For the first time this NBA season, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones go to the Dunker Spot mailbag!
They answer questions about league-wide defensive trends, potential shifts to the Heat's offense, Michael Porter Jr. trade destinations and much more.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so ...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones salute the streaking Pistons, Heat, and Raptors, then talk about teams, players and other things they're grateful for this season. From Chris Paul, to absurd Thunder runs, to alternate courts, to broadcast gimmicks. Basketball is awesome and we're glad we have it.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they'r...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down the season debut of LeBron James, discussing the positives, growth areas, and things to keep track of as the sample grows.
Then, they react to the recent reporting surrounding LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets. How did we get here, how solvable is it, and who are some potential fits for LaMelo if the plug is pulled?
Finally, the guys check in on the Sacramento Kings. The vibes are bad and ...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones roam the baseline with praise for the Oklahoma City Thunder and surprisingly-feisty Atlanta Hawks.
Then, they check in on the Minnesota Timberwolves, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Milwaukee Bucks as they deal with teams working to take away their strengths.
Finally, the guys do their first All-Star check-in of the season. Who's in? Who's close? What will the US-based teams look like?
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Stephen PridGeon-Garner (PHNX Sports) to discuss the surprisingly hot start of the Phoenix Suns.
Then, the guys break down the recent play of Nikola Jokic, who's setting the world on fire with an unrivaled blend of scoring efficiency and playmaking.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're ...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones roam the baseline with some Western Conference love (Nuggets, Rockets) and some surging teams in the East (top-seeded Pistons, rising Raptors).
Then, they react to the breaking news out of Dallas — bye-bye, Nico Harrison — before diving into an odd Memphis Grizzlies season. Finally, they close with some well-deserved player shoutouts.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.c...
It's time to check on the rookies!
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their early impression on 10 of the top rookies from this year's class, digging into what they like and some things they'll be keeping an eye on. The plan is to do a rookie-centric episode at the beginning of each month, with a rotating cast of names to discuss.
After that, the guys give their early impressions of each of the eight Unrivaled rosters and discuss the...
We're bouncing around the league again!
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones "Roam the Baseline" with a few Western Conference shoutouts — and a hat tip to a hot start out East. Then, it's time for an identity check for a few teams looking to find themselves. The show closes with player shoutouts, free throws, and an apology to Saints fans.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
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