Dropstep ATL Podcast

The Bucks look to tie things up in Game 4 What changes do the Hawks need this offseason In the gumbo we've got Space Jam 2, Kawhi's knee, Ben trade talk starts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The momentum in the East keeps swinging. The Clippers are still fighting. Coaches keep coaching.  and then there's Scottie...... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What did the Sixers tell us about the Hawks? How does it help them vs. the Bucks? Are the Clippers done going down 0-2? Or will they wake up and flip the switch again? Can Ben Simmons shooting woes be fixed? What needs to happen? The league is cracking down on how players draw fouls. How will this change the way players play? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawks even things up with the Sixers CP3 out indefinitely. Gotta feel sorry for the man. What more does the Greek Freak need do? With plenty of coaching vacancies, is this the year we get a woman head coach? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are the Sixers too much for the Hawks? Nets injuries set Bucks up for success. CP3, the real MVP!!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sixers even up series. Joker wins MVP. Jay Williams is KD's latest opponent (Not Giannis) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawks take Game 1. The Clippers win Game 7. Will the Nets be alright if Harden sits. Suns are Shining. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Round one matchups are closing out. The Hawks send the Knicks packing in game 5.The Lakers and Clippers are in trouble. And we pay homage to a couple of legends. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We get right into all the playoff series and which ones have been disappointing Can the Hawks close the Knicks out in Game 5? Tons of injuries have impacted many series around the league. Which injuries hurt the most? Fans have been going crazy all over throughout the playoffs. What needs to be done?     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who are the scary teams in the playoffs? Is Trae Young built to be a villian? Coaches doing their job the RIGHT way!!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawks stole Game 1 in the Garden from the Knicks! What does this say about the team moving forward in this series? The young cats in the league are making a statement in the playoffs so far! Whats going on? We get into the actor that is Lebron James. Why does he carry on the way he does? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Play-In Tournament kicked off in the Eastern Conference. The Hawks prepare for Madison Square Garden. And in our Gumbo we talk playoff legacy, and Kwame Brown's clap back See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The playoffs are here! We dive into a few of the series and some of the play-in games as well..... Could the Lakers/Warriors play-in game be a blowout?? Hawks/Knicks series starts this weekend....what do we think? In our Dropstep ATL Gumbo: Will Kyrie's comments be a distraction in the playoffs?                                               We discuss the Hall of Fame ceremony from this                                                        weekend and look ahead to next years class See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guys coming back from injuries around the league. What does this mean for the playoffs? What the best position for the Hawks to be in going into the playoffs? Teams going into the playoffs hot.....plus Coach Bud of the Milwaukee Bucks could be on the hot seat.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Lebron still nursing an ankle injury, the fellas ask if this is the end of the king's reign. Who are the scary teams NOT at the top of the conferences? And lets give roses to a few players making history... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the playoffs approach, the race for the top seed in both conferences are heating up.  What will the Hawks look like heading into the playoffs with so many injury uncertainties? How sad is it for these teams that won't make the play-in round? Should the Lakers be concerned as they continue to slide? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawks coming off a big weekend beating the Heat and the Bucks. How do they continue to push through, compete, and win these type games??  Are the Hawks better in crunch time WITHOUT Trae Young on the floor?? KD is back for the Nets, and Anthony Davis is back for the Lakers....which team needs to get healthier quicker and needs time to gel with their team?? There are a group of superstar players whose regular season numbers and success don't matter to us anymore....we get into who they are. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do the Nets need to just sit Durant till the playoffs after his recent thigh injury? Durant also named his Top 5 players that he's played with, and "forgot" an obvious name. Was he just trolling or does he really have an issue?? Hawks, Celtics, Heat, and Knicks....which team do you think will land the #4 seed and which team is more dangerous going into the playoffs?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawks get another win without key guys available. When everyone is healthy, what will Nate McMillans lineup be to close out games? Huge loss for the Nuggets losing Jamal Murray with an ACL tear. Are the Nuggets no longer title contenders? Talked about big games coming up in the next week or so. Which games are we keeping our eyes on? Are we overlooking some teams in the West?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chemistry vs Talent.....which is going to play more of a role for the Nets moving forward? Its been "The Next Man Up" mentality for the Hawks all season long....how dangerous will they be fully healthy? LeBron and AD will be back within 3 weeks. Will the Lakers have chemistry issues once they're back? Is the "big-man" back? How does having a big-man change a teams chances to win it all? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did Paul Pierce want out of ESPN? If so, could he have handled it differently? Durant is coming back....but Harden is heading out. Are they their own worst enemy? Will the lack of team chemistry hurt them? Hawks had a record shooting night against the Pelicans going 11/11 from 3 in the 3rd quarter. Are the Hawks hitting their stride?   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We get into how the Hawks fared on their 8-game road trip and how we feel about them currently Do the Hawks need to slide Nate McMillan a contract offer? Does he want to stary? Bucks locked up Jrue Holiday for 4 more years....will the Bucks win a title in that span? Paul Pierce goes live on Instagram. Should he have gone live with his content? What will ESPN think? Space Jam 2 promo is out. What do we think? Will it be any good? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lou Williams gets his mind right before joining the team. KD is under scrutiny, after DMs are released. The Lakers add Drummond, and Westbrook is on a tear.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The trade deadline has passed, and a familiar face is back in Atlanta. Brooklyn is throwing a party and EVERYBODY is invited> Zion Williams receives a pretty hefty compliment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trade deadline approaches. Who's making moves? How will the Hawks look after Thursday The league is thinking about letting fans with the vaccine in And somebody thinks they're a G.O.A.T. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hawks are undefeated with Nate McMillian as the interim head coach. With the trade deadline approaching, will the Hawks make any adjustments to the roster? How worried should the Lakers be with both Lebron and AD out now? And a rising rookie out indefinitely... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What will the Hawks look like in the second half of the season Should players get the vaccine/ And is the choice private or not? All-Star weekend gave Vegas a big L See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All the stars were out in State Farm Arena last night for the 2021 All-Star Game! We get into our thoughts about the whole night and each respective event. What event needs to stay and what event needs to go?? The city didn't listen to Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms as there was numerous parties and events around the city. Should anyone be surprised?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nate McMillan era as interim head coach has begun. What is Coach Pierce's legacy in Atlanta. And the dunk competition judges have a bit of experience AND hometown flavor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are improvements Trae Young needs to make to get this team over the hump? Who needs to see more time from the Hawks, and who needs to sit the bench. We play a game of "Is he a Hall of Famer"?? Does Trae need to participate in All-Star festivities? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawks lost in dramatic fashion vs. the Cavs last night. Should Capela be in the game down the stretch to help defensively or is he a liability? Trae Young was not selected as an All-Star. Do the coaches around the league not like him? Was he deserving? Are the Hawks headed back to the lottery? Can getting guys back from injury prevent that? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawks get a nice win against the Nuggets & Nate McMillan is 2-1 so far filling in for Lloyd Pierce. Does Coach Pierce need to get back soon to save his job?? Is Trae Young a AUTOMATIC All-Star?? Could he not be selected with the game being in his city?? Will anyone listen to Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms in regards to no All-Star festivities/parties?? Doesnt look like it.... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the Lloyd Pierce era coming to an end? Nate McMillan takes over for Lloyd Pierce for a couple games after Lloyd welcomes his second child to the world. What if the Hawks look different under McMillan? Draymond Green calls out hypocrisy with ownership around the league wanting to sit and trade players vs. players demanding trades and wanting to sit out. Who's right?? Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has voiced her concern over NBA All-Star "Day" in Atlanta. Will clubs, bars, and lounges listen to her?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Round 4 of Trae vs. Luka is tonight, cant we expect the Hawks to get some revenge on the national stage? We get into Mavs Governor Mark Cuban no longer playing the National Anthem before games. Is it a big deal? Will other Governors follow suit? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We review the Hawks recent homestand. What did we learn? DeAndre Hunter will have surgery and will be out for a while. How does this affect the Hawks moving forward? Now that its official. we get into the "All-Star Day" taking place here in Atlanta next month and what we expect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should Trae Young be an All-Star Game Starter? What do we think Atlanta will look like for "All-Star Day"? LeBron got into it with "Courtside Karen", what are our thoughts? Which conference in better: East or West??     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good Stretch of home games coming next week for the Hawks with the Lakers, Mavs, and Jazz in town. What do we expect? Is there more than one All-Star on the Hawks roster? All-Star Game coming to Atlanta?? In a pandemic?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clint Capela is making all the difference Does John Collins need to stay? Where are we with Cam Reddish? Hawks remain in 1st place See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the weekly trip around the association, the fellas talk: Hawks' defensive uptick The Nets getting Kyrie back Steph refreshing our memories Is there not enough attention on Zion and the Pelicans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Hawks continue to slide, the fellas try to figure out what the team can do to right the ship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's the problem with Kyrie? Should he retire? Houston, we have a problem! Harden once again has made it clear he wants out of Houston. Can they trade him? The NBA has added new COVID restrictions for players. Does this make any sense? Are we going to be back in the bubble for the playoffs? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawks keep losing, Trae Young gets called out, Is Trae really improving? Is Lloyd Pierce on the clock? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawks' cries, Sixers' rise, and the Suns' surprise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The season started off good for the Hawks.  Kevin Huerter may have found his role (8:00). Steph Curry wants silence (23:10)... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giannis signs supermax to stay in MIL Harden Shows up in Houston with some extra luggage Is Luka a frontrunner for the MVP  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we kick off a new season around the Association, the fellas at the Drop Step are taking a new approach to the show....  In this episode we get right into what the  Hawks should look like moving forward with the additions made during  this shortened offseason. And some of us are confused as to what's up with Kyrie Irving. #sports #NBA #basketball #atlanta #hawks #ballislife #brooklynnets #680thefan #thefan #podcast #podcastpark #Dropstepatl See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.