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Basketball Buds: Zach Harper, BIG Wos, Dave DuFour, Jay King and Tray Edwards talk about the pesky Nuggets shutting down the Clippers to force another Game 7. Then a preview of the Celtics-Heat series set to begin on Tuesday. Plus, what will the Rockets do after flaming out to the Lakers? Westbrook's future, James Harden trade? Morey? Finally the guys play Fraud / Not A Fraud. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nerder She Wrote with Dave DuFour, Seth Partnow and Mo DakhilMichael Porter Jr. / Locker room dynamicsTalent without chemistryValue of vocal veteransYou lost in the playoffs what now?When to pull the plug and rebuild like OKCRevamp vs RestartCP3 to BucksIs this a thing?Jump shooting doesn’t win championshipsThe importance of AlphasFlaws of Helio-centricismBuilding around a big LeBron/Luka Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Point of Contention with Marcus Thompson, Wos Lambre and Zach Harper. Topics:1. Have the Lakers figured out the Rockets?2. Can the Heat win it all?3. Nash hire = white privilege? 4. Billy Donovan out in OKC, what's next?5. Where should Chris Paul go? What should Giannis do? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Aldridge and Wos Lambre welcome back to the show Miami Heat broadcaster Jason Jackson to talk about the Nets hiring of Steve Nash and race being a factor. Then a mini deep dive on the Heat, the culture, Jimmy Butler, humble coach Erik Spoelstra and legend Pat Riley. Also how does Jason feels about haters of the LeBron-Wade-Bosh years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Amick is joined by Celtics Assistant GM Mike Zarren and Nuggets President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly to discuss life in the NBA Bubble, almost getting booted with Sam during quarantine, similarities between Kemba and Jamal Murray, NBA Playoffs, NBA Draft day regrets, and more.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BasketBuds: Zach delays his victory speech on the Bucks vs. Heat series, do the Bucks have a chance? Are the Celtics in trouble after an impressive start? Does anyone believe in the Nuggets? Will the Lakers play AD at center enough to beat the Rockets? and so much more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave, Mo and Seth discuss the Nets hiring Steve Nash, End of Game officiating, the art of cutting, why teams aren't cutting more, matchup hunting, and "Is this a thing?" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's contentious Point of Contention Ethan Strauss, Marcus Thompson debate big issues in the NBA. Moderated by Zach Harper. Take 1: Everybody Loves Chris: Do people enjoy basketball or like seeing James Harden lose?Take 2: NBA Finals BIG Board: Are the favorites favored anymore?Take 3: Jimmy Buckets Blossoming in Miami: Did the 76ers trade the wrong guy?Take 4: The Bubble Effect: How real is what we are watching?Take 5: Who is the right Coach for the 76ers? Spurs? Nets? Produced by Jade Hoye Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Aldridge and Wos welcome in Rockets reporter Kelly Iko to talk about the Rockets and their do-or-die Game 7 against the Thunder. Chris Paul, James Harden, Russell Westbrook analysis and what it all means if they lose. Then, reflections on the passing of a legend, John Thompson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Amick is joined by Eric Nehm and Jay King to discuss the Eastern Conference Playoff bracket. Can the Bucks live up to their expectations? Is Jimmy Butler someone that can put a stop to them? The Celtics had a strong performance in game 1, can the Raptors keep up? That and also how the NBA is dealing with the player walkout, Wisconsin Politics, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Basketball Buds: Spencer Dinwiddie joins the show to talk about best beefs, real and not real contentiousness, players walking out and playing with KD. Then, are the Raptors frauds? Why Zach still believes in the Heat. The Bucks still need to show that they are Finals worthy, and finally do the Lakers or Clippers face any threat in Round 2 and the ever annoying Rockets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Basketball Buds, Zach Harper, Jay King, Mo Dakhil and Andrew Schlect react to players walking out to protest Police Brutality and look ahead to the games resuming on Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Aldridge and Sam Amick discuss the NBA boycott, the reason for it, why change is necessary, and how the NBA moves forward. In this raw episode you get to hear the heart of both David Aldridge and Sam Amick.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Aldridge and Wos Lambre welcome in 76ers reporter Rich Hofmann to dissect the unbelievable fall of the 76ers. From Joel Embiid, to Brett Brown and Ben Simmons, front office mess, and going all the way back to Sam Hinkie. Rundown:0:00 Jacob Blake and Boycotting9:00 Welcome Rich to talk 76ers12:00 Finding answers / Ben Simmons / Lack of Playmakers / Fultz19:30 Next Coach? Dave Joerger? Ty Lue? What does this team need?24:30 Ben's reluctance to shoot the 3 / Embiid's health27:00 Time to shake things up28:30 Who is pulling the strings behind the scenes?31:00 Elton Brand have any power?33:00 Was the Process worth it?37:00 Tobias Harris trade was strange42:00 What happens now?45:00 Can Embiid be a centerpiece of a championship team? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Amick is joined by NBA HOF Photographer Andrew Bernstein to discuss entering the NBA Bubble, the Lakers and Clippers, Luka Doncic, and Lebron vs. Kawhi's approach.At the 30:00 minute mark they discuss in detail Kobe Bryant's impact on the game, Andrew's interactions with him, and how he impacts the NBA today. A great look at Kobe's life and how he treated others.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Basketball Buds: Zach Harper, Dave DuFour, Tray Edward, Jay King and Rich Hofmann. Luka Doncic had a playoff performance to remember on Sunday...the crew is stunned. Flat out. Then Rich joins the show and is mystified by the issues plaguing the 76ers. What is Brett Brown's future? Paul George is a mess, and he can't stop talking about it. LeBron and the Lakers back on track? Finally, Fraud or Not a Fraud! Produced by Jade Hoye Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nerder She Wrote: Dave, Seth and Mo. Eric Nehm on drop coverage. Playoff Trends Over reliance on drop coverage (pull up 3s over defense). Mixing coverages. (Is this a thing?)Shotmaking 3-pt shooting and free throws are up. Over-corrections in the playoffs. The Bucks don’t adjust enough. Toronto is playoff ready on defense. Pop’s coaching tree and adjustments. Adjustments don’t matter if players don’t execute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Point of Contention: Ethan Strauss and Marcus Thompson with Zach Harper. Take 1: What’s the real reason TV ratings are down?Take 2: Who is the deepest shooter in the NBA?Take 3: If Ben Simmons is a 6’10” Rondo, why don’t we call Giannis a 7’1 Rondo?Take 4: How will the NBA pull at 2002 WCF on the Blazers?Take 5: What’s the best excuse for LeBron’s shortcomings this year?Produced by Jade Hoye Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ESPN's Amin Elhassan drops by to talk with Wos Lambre on the Clippers, Kawhi, rotations and perhaps having too much talent. Also Luka Doncic is the real deal, Jazz-Nuggets, Rudy vs Jokic, Celtics-76ers and finally why the Pelicans firing of Alvin Gentry was the wrong move. 0:00 - Clippers, too much talent? How the pieces fit. Lou Williams. 10:00 - Kawhi's playmaking / Best lineups21:00 - Luka Doncic is for real32:30 - Jazz-Nuggets45:00 - Denver's Defense48:30 - Alvin Gentry should not have been fired Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Amick is joined by Kelly Iko and Jason Jones to discuss the Rockets and Thunder series. What happens if the Rockets fall in round 1? When will Westbrook play? Are we romanticizing the Blazers? Why did Vlade Divac step down with the Kings, and is Joe Dumars the permanent replacement? and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.