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BasketbudsZach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis discuss NBA talent in the NCAA Tournament, react to Joel Embiid's impending return, and project Victor Wembanyama's future. Then the guys react to the Minnesota Timberwolves ownership mess with a little game of, "Who owns the Timberwolves?". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slam and JamAndrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week that was in the NBA, trades that might have to happen for the Wolves this summer, Wolves crunch time issues, and then talk with Anthony Slater about the Warriors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TamperingSam Amick is joined by Will Guillory and Jay King to switch up the usual trend of examining Western Conference teams to dive into the East. The guys discuss Miami and Philadelphia to analyze if if they'll be able to figure it all out before the playoffs. Also, are the Celtics finally ready to put things together in for this playoff run? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NerderSeth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour discuss the implications and takeaways from March basketball games in the NBA. Does it matter when contenders blow games? In preparation for the playoffs, the guys try to come up with questions team need to answer. Are the Cavs tough enough? Does Zion work in the playoffs? Should Orlando just be happy to be there? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hoops AdjacentDavid Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by the Athletic's Kelly Iko to dissect what the Rockets have figured out here down the stretch. Is the team better without Alperen Şengün? Plus, are the Warriors done for? Or can they hold on to the 10th seed in the West and fight their way into the playoffs? Is there anyone that can help Steph Curry? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BudsZach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis talk about the race for the tenth spot in the West as the Rockets keep winning, and the Warriors keep losing. The top of the west is discussed as the guys look at the Thunder and Timberwolves, and they Plant Their flags for the playoffs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slam and JamAndrew Schlecht is joined by Sam Vecenie to discuss the potential of Jalen Williams, the NCAA Tournament and the players that could improve their draft stock, and then a mock draft through the lottery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tampering   Sam Amick and Anthony Slater are joined by Fred Katz, Kelly Iko, and Law Murray to discuss if the Knicks can be healthy by playoff time, the Rockets' pursuit of the play-in, and are the Clippers in trouble? Tune in and find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NerderDave Dufour, Seth Partnow. and Mo Dahkil discuss whether or not the league implementing live betting into the League Pass App is good idea. Would you trust the Celtics more this post season, or would you put your faith in someone like the Knicks? The guys break it all down in Who Do You Trust? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to talk all things March Madness. Why parity has been the separator for Women’s college basketball. Who to watch in the Men’s and Women’s tournament. Does South Carolina have a weakness? How the transfer portal and the loss of legendary coaches have hurt the Men’s game. Should the NCAA expand the brackets? And Nicole gives her Final Four picks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BasketbudsDave DuFour, Jay King and Josh Huestis discuss the following topics on today's episode:Nothing, Something or EverythingKyrie Irving hits a running lefty hook to beat the Nuggets, are the Mavs dangerous? Are the Nuggets beatable? Is the Kyrie shot, nothing, something or everything?The Clippers have lost 4 out of their last 5 games, with losses to Atlanta, New Orleans, Minnesota and Milwaukee.. Paul George said after the game, “Right now, I don’t think we have an identity” Is this nothing, something or everything?The Suns lose to the Giannis-less Bucks, in a game that Middleton described Dame as “Picking the Suns apart”… The Suns are 7-6 in their last 13 games.. is the recent play of the Suns, nothing, something or everything?Jalen Brunson has 2 consecutive 40 points games, against the Blazers and the Kings. The Knicks have won 5 of their last 7 games and are getting healthier by the week.. is this stretch from the Knicks something, nothing or everything?Ignoring the favorites… You have to pick a team

Slam and JamAndrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week that was in the NBA, 5 players to watch for in the NCAA tournament, DUNK or JUNK on the Thunder's rebounding problems leading to an early playoff exit, and then Jonathan Osbourne of the 6th Man Show joins to discuss the Orlando Magic. They end the show with another fun edition of Andrew vs. The Beat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TamperingWill Guillory joins Sam Amick and Anthony Slater to catch up on the Pelicans recent success, Zion’s health, and their push to the playoffs. Then, Slater shares some insight from Oklahoma City on the Thunder and discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s chances at MVP, followed by quick hitter check ins on the Bucks, Warriors, Lakers, and Heat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NerderThe guys are here to answer your questions on this week's mailbag episode. Is scoring higher in the earlier parts of the season? We don't talk about Sabonis? Who is your All-NBA escape room team?Also, the guys discuss why fans seem to have such a negative attitude about the league right now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hoops AdjacentRex Chapman joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to talk about his best selling book :It's Hard for Me to Live with Me, detailing his life in basketball, his battle with drug addiction during and after his career, and his calling to help others dealing with addiction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BudsZach Harper, Jay King, and Dave DuFour catch up on some news and discuss Rudy Gobert's gambling insinuations. The guys also discuss Troy Weaver's fan interaction and play a game of "Is This Real?" about trends since the All Star Break. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slam and JamAndrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the Week that Was, 5 stats that made me say hmmm, a look at the teams that have pressure this offseason and then we dive deep on the Dallas Mavericks with Tim Cato of the Athletic. Then we finish the show with a fun edition of Andrew vs. The Beat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TamperingSam Amick and Anthony Slater are joined by Jon Krawczynski to get an update the breaking news of Karl-Anthony Towns latest injury. Then, Jovan Buha joins to jump into the 'mosh pit' of the lower seeded teams in the NBA, and how the postseason will shake out.We want to hear from you! We're asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to  theathletic.com/survey24 Three lucky entries will win $100 worth of Amazon vouchers. So whether you're a long-time listener or a new one, we want your feedback. Go to:  theathletic.com/survey24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nerder, She WroteMo Dahkil, Seth Partnow, and Mike Vorkunov discuss how the next media deal could look, and what that means for the casual viewer. The guys also touch on what rule changes could come about in the next few years to help curve the offensive explosion of the modern NBA. Mo poses the question, " What should the top teams be most afraid of come playoff time?"We want to hear from you! We're asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to  theathletic.com/survey24 Three lucky entries will win $100 worth of Amazon vouchers. So whether you're a long-time listener or a new one, we want your feedback. Go to:  theathletic.com/survey24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hoops AdjacentDavid Aldridge and Marcus Thompson talk up the Celtics with Boston Globe's Gary Washburn. Why do they look so good this year? How has Porzingis fit in with the Celtics? That, plus why Marcus was embarrassed in an old company photo from back in the day.We want to hear from you! We're asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to  theathletic.com/survey24 Three lucky entries will win $100 worth of Amazon vouchers. So whether you're a long-time listener or a new one, we want your feedback. Go to:  theathletic.com/survey24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.