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Dan and Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast cannonball into the Chicago Bulls' 2025 offseason outlook. Will they finally rebuild? Is the franchise hopeless? Who gets an extension? We cover it all. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:58 - Do the Bulls actually have a plan? 4:22 - Chicago's cap sheet and trade assets5:29 - Future of Josh Giddey13:10 - Future of Coby White22:36 - Futures of Ayo Dosunmu and Nikola Vucevic25:54 - The Bulls' biggest needs31:02 - Will Chicago ever change?37:23 - Are the Bulls failing to capitalize on their brand?SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast wrap up the Oklahoma City Thunder winning their first NBA championship and dive into what their offseason could and should look like. After that, they get into their appreciation for the Indiana Pacers, the Tyrese Haliburton injury, and the team's overall future. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:27 - In appreciation of the Thunder10:23 - OKC's offseason cap sheet + assets13:33 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander superman14:19 - Jalen Williams & Chet holmgren extensions24:03 - Lu Dort's extension eligibility33:15 - Thunder's biggest needs + trade targets56:13 - Appreciating this Pacers' run1:01:20 - Impact of Tyrese Haliburton injury1:03:05 - Indiana's cap sheet and assets 1:04:54 - Future of Myles Turner1:11:19 - Future of Aaron Nesmith1:13:23 - Should the Pacers extend Bennedict Mathurin?1:17:56 - Will the Pacers embrace a gap year?1:22:10- Biggest needs + free-agency and trade targetsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast' discuss their biggest NBA offseason questions for the Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers and Toronto Raptors. PLEASE NOTE: We recorded this before the Kevin Durant trade. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO2:08 - Boston Celtics20:15 - Brooklyn Nets41:48 - New York Knicks59:35 - Philadelphia 76ers1:14:35 - Toronto RaptorsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast break down the Phoenix Suns trading Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, what it means for both teams, their futures, potential follow-up moves, and much more!  TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:45 - Kevin Durant trade details3:44 - Where do the Suns go from here?12:25 - Mat Ishbia is running a you-know-what show26:37 - Did the Rockets just make the perfect trade36:09 - Future of Houston's youngsters39:02 - Follow-up trade targets for the Rockets44:58 - The Kevin Durant extensionSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down every aspect of the Portland Trail Blazers' 2025 offseason, including extension candidates, biggest needs, overall direction and potential trade targets! TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - Intro0:45 - Are the Blazers the NBA's biggest wild card?3:44 - Blazers cap sheet and trade assets5:18 - Shaedon Sharpe extension9:12 - Toumani Camara extension11:40 - Anfernee Simons extension16:45 - Will the Blazers be buyers or sellers?18:41 - Biggest needs and trade targetsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant are joined by Bleacher Report colleague Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) to preview ALL THINGS related to the 2025 NBA draft, including prospect breakdowns, team-building philosophies, skill-set superlatives and much more! TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - Intro1:14 - Where does the 2025 draft class rank?3:49 - How NIL is impacting the draft7:26 - Any new NBA draft trends?10:27 - Cooper Flagg breakdown15:52 - Dylan Harper breakdown19:02 - Ace Bailey breakdown28:37 - VJ Edgecombe breakdown32:06 - Jeremiah Fears breakdown37:32 - Tre Johnson breakdown40:08 - Kon Knueppel breakdown42:32 - Collin Murray-Boyles breakdown45:24 - Derik Queen breakdown47:09 - Egor Demin breakdown49:15 - Khaman Maluach breakdown52:18 - Carter Bryant breakdown55:26 - Highest variance draft prospect56:36 - Best pick-and-roll initiators58:22 - Best rim protectors59:36 - Best movement shooters1:00:28 - Best on-ball defenders1:01:44 - Hidden gems to monitor1:03:34 - The next Quinten Post1:04:27 - Should NBA teams give us more peeks behind the curtain?SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down their biggest questions and thoughts about the New York Knicks' offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:48 - Knicks' offseason cap sheet & trade assets9:18 - Mikal Bridges extension15:10 - Should the Knicks extend Karl-Anthony Towns?21:53 - The Kevin Durant trade talk29:20 - Biggest needs + free-agency & trade targetsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to riff on the report that the San Antonio Spurs aren't aggressively pursuing Kevin Durant because they are waiting to pair Victor Wembanyama with another star. Naturally, they try to sleuth out who that star might be. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:45 - Are the Spurs out on Kevin Durant5:54 - The De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle & Dylan Harper problem12:37 - Would San Antonio trade De'Aaron Fox?17:04 - Stars the Spurs are waiting for (Part 1)29:49 - Cooper Flagg to San Antonio?!35:24 - Should the Spurs wait to strike?41:59 - Wild Kevin Durant trade idea!44:41 - Final thoughtsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to talk about the NBA Finals, the Oklahoma City Thunder providing a glimpse of what's to come, the Tyrese Haliburton injury and more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:19 - Jalen Williams is going kaboom7:53 - The Thunder are just getting started16:02 - The Tyrese Haliburton injury23:25 - Can the Pacers win without Hali at full strength?27:23 - What to watch for in Game 641:41 - Closing thoughtsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down the blockbuster Desmond Bane trade, and what it means for both the Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic. They also get into why this trade hints as a WILD offseason, and how it may reflect a shift in how teams view their contention windows. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:09 - Craziest NBA offseason ever? (Shams Charania called it!)6:41 - Desmond Bane trade details13:33 - Desmond Bane's fit on the Orlando Magic23:45 - Are NBA teams embracing shorter windows?29:53 - What is the Memphis Grizzlies' plan?36:03 - The future of Jaren Jackson Jr.43:03 - Closing thoughtsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down the ins and outs of the Utah Jazz's 2025 offseason, including whether the team is itching to make a big move. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:34 - Is it time for the Jazz to make a big swing?2:03 - Utah's cap situation7:36 - Future of Walker Kessler13:40 - Future of Lauri Markkanen19:34 - Jazz's biggest needs + potential tradesSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down the perception of the New York Knicks' head coaching search, whether they are being unfairly judged, and if it's really possible to get a dramatic upgrade from Tom Thibodeau. After that, it's Guess The Mystery NBA Player (GAP) time! TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:37 - Do the Knicks have a post-This plan?7:40 - Is it easy to upgrade from Thibodeau?13:00 - Reasons for concern about the Knicks18:50 - Timing of the Thibs firing19:49 - The Knicks deserve some leeway...21:29 - Guess-A-PlayerSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant discuss the insanity of the 2025 NBA Finals so far while digging into what makes the Indiana Pacer so special, and what the Oklahoma City Thunder might attempt to do moving forward. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:31 - The adaptability of the Pacers2:58 - Tyrese Haliburton vs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander10:10 - Indiana's offense is more dynamic13:05 - Rick Carlisle vs. Mark Daigneault18:03 - The Pacers keep proving everyone wrong21:38 - Adjustments and things to watch forSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to talk about their biggest offseason questions for the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:46 - Golden State Warriors11:29 - Los Angeles Clippers22:25 - Los Angeles Lakers45:28 - Phoenix Suns1:07:38 - Sacramento KingsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to discuss some of the biggest developments through the first two games of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:40 - Do the Pacers have a Tyrese Haliburton problem?18:15 - Other adjustments for Pacers28:13 - Importance of Aaron Wiggins30:14 - Should the Thunder play two bigs more?34:27 - The brilliance of Shai Gilgeous-AlexanderSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcasts to talk about their biggest offseason questions for the Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:45 - Atlanta Hawks16:43 - Charlotte Hornets39:29 - Miami Heat54:51 - Orlando Magic1:12:06 - Washington WizardsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to (over)react to what we've seen during the NBA Finals so far. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO4:03 - NBA teams will try to copy the Thunder and Pacers15:26 - Indiana's Game 1 turnovers20:13 - Myles Turner vs Chet Holmgren24:15 - Should the Thunder play both bigs?27:-5 - Making life easier for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander28:52 - Shooting variance31:26 - We don't appreciate the Pacers offense enough36:25 - Adjusting expectationsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down what is shaping up to be either an uneventful of absolutely pivotal offseason for the Charlotte Hornets. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:58 - Hornets cap sheet + future of Tre Mann2:07 - Biggest needs5:26 - What should Charlotte do at No. 4?7:39 - Future of Mark Williams10:16 - The LaMelo Ball talk14:56 - WILD TRADE IDEA ALERT (loose framework)16:11 - In defense of LaMelo Ball19:02 - The Hornets situation is fascinating...20:23 - Players the Hornets should targetSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast break down the NBA Finals matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - The Tom Thibodeau News1:31 - Is this move a surprise?3:56 - Thibs wasn't the Knicks' biggest problem7:22 - Is New York's roster better than it showed?9:43 - The "Too many minutes" talk13:14 - Possible Thibodeau replacements for the Knicks19:20 - What's next for the Knicks?30:05 - Thunder vs Pacers tactical questions51:58 - Thunder and Pacers storylines1:05:31 - Pacers and Thunder x-factors1:10:20 - Thunder vs Pacers predictionsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant discuss the NBA team that's built to control the 2025 offseason: The Brooklyn Nets! TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:32 - Why the Nets will define the offseason1:47 - Brooklyn's offseason cap sheet3:35 - Future of Cam Thomas5:26 - How should the Nets use their cap space?7:58 - Should the Nets be a Giannis Antetokounmpo team?10:47 - Will Sean Marks chase any big-name free agents?13:18 - Other teams need Brooklyn to help with trades15:34 - Potential trades!19:53 - Can the Nets change out some of their draft picks?22:17 - "We're just asking questions" mode activated (more trades!)SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down what's shaping up to be a crucial offseason for the Minnesota Timberwolves. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - One Big Question0:35 - Timberwolves' cap situation1:37 - How does the Wolves' loss to the Thunder impact their direction?5:10 - Futures of Julius Randle, Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander-Walker12:33 - Minnesota's direction under new ownership19:26 - Wolves' biggest offseason needs24:26 - Should the Timberwolves trade for Kevin Durant30:45 - Is Minnesota the best fit for KD?32:54 - Other needs and offseason targets35:35 - Will Minny consider moving Naz Reid or Rudy Gobert?37:17 - Donte DiVincenzo's future and most likely player to be tradedSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant go LONG on the Dallas Mavericks' offseason (and long-term!) outlook. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:47 - Impact of drafting Cooper Flagg2:47 - Who would the Mavs consider trading No. 1 for?7:03 - Mavs' cap sheet8:00 - Future of Kyrie Irving10:59 - Should Dallas consider taking a gap year?12:14 - Mavs' biggest needs14:01 - Trade and free-agent targets17:02 - Does Dallas need more shooting?18:53 - Mavs trade ideas!25:27 - Our favorite Mavs trade target(s)26:54 - Are the Mavs a Kevin Durant team?28:20 - Will Dallas look to shed salary?SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down every angle of the Philadelphia 76ers offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:35 - Is this the most important Sixers offseason of all time?4:00 - What should they do with the No. 3 pick?7:10 - Sixers' cap sheet + future of Quentin Grimes13:04 - How much will Philly pay for this team?17:03 - Should the Sixers rebuild around Tyrese Maxey and No. 3?19:35 - Biggest roster needs + possible targets24:27 - A wild trade idea!26:11 - The Sixers need to have an open mind29:17 - What's the trade value of the No. 3 pickSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Mort Jense (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast discuss the biggest questions they have this offseason for the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans and San Antonio Spurs. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:36 - Our approach2:31 - Dallas Mavericks14:30 - Houston Rockets33:51 - Memphis Grizzlies46:57 - New Orleans Pelicans1:00:26 - San Antonio SpursSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Mort Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast) break down the New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers series. Drop your thoughts in the comments! TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:48 - Biggest surprises of the series so far4:18 - The Pacers are still underrated somehow10:42 - How should Indiana defend Karl-Anthony Towns?13:48 - Have the Knicks unlocked Karl-Anthony Towns?18:51 - The Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns partnership22:18 - Inconsistency of Mikal Bridges/the Knicks29:03 - More Pascal Siakam, please32:16 - Future of Myles Turner and Aaron NesmithSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down the Denver Nuggets offseason outlook, including what types of move they can and should be looking to make. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:36 - Nikola Jokic's recent comments2:53 - Will Nikoa Jokic sign an extension?7:02 - The Nuggets' salary-cap situation8:01 - Christian Braun & Peyton Watson extensions13:27 - The Kevin Durant-to-Denver talk19:54 - Biggest needs and free-agency targets27:03 - Do the Nuggets need more offense?30:07 - Trade targets and ideas!SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down the Thunder-Timberwolves series, and get into why Oklahoma City is starting to feel inevitable. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:55 - The OKC Thunder doing the darn thing1:25 - Dan tries coffee for the second time ever4:03 - Breaking down Thunder-Wolves8:01 - Any adjustments Minnesota can make?13:05 - The Julius Randle tangent14:45 - OKC can still be better17:56 - The Thunder are starting to feel inevitable22:09 - OKC give you ZERO margin for error26:10 - Do the Wolves still have a chance?SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down the 2025 NBA offseason outlook for the Los Angeles Clippers. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:35 - Clippers cap situations1:18 - Future of James Harden2:47 - Biggest needs4:11 - What's the best path forward for the Clippers?8:16 - What can the Clippers' trade assets get?11:32 - Clippers free-agent targetsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down the offseason outlook for the Boston Celtics. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:50 - Salary cap situation2:08 - How aggressively will Boston cut costs?4:33 - Should the Celtics shop Jaylen Brown?7:50 - Is a Derrick White trade inevitable?9:34 - Jrue Holiday trade idea11:36 - Why the Celtics will make MULTIPLE big moves14:12 - Kristaps Porzingis' and Jrue Holiday's value?15:30 - Another Jrue Holiday trade idea18:02 - Kristaps Porzingis trades24:34 - Derrick White trade idea30:18 - Another Kristaps Porzingis trade idea33:21 - What are the chances Jaylen Brown gets traded?34:44 - The fragility of NBA title windowsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down the Western Conference Finals matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Minnesota Timberwolves. Let us know your predictions for this series in the comments! TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:39 - Thunder vs Wolves tactical questions17:01 - Thunder vs Wolves storylines26:22 - Thunder and Timberwolves x-factors33:09 - Thunder vs Timberwolves predictions35:23 - Knicks vs Pacers lead-in37:15 - Knicks vs Pacers tactical questions58:32 - Knicks vs Pacers storylines1:09:02 - Knicks and Pacers x-factors1:12:43 - Knicks vs Pacers predictionsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant discuss how the Atlanta Hawks will approach the 2025 NBA offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - Cap situation + draft picks1:35 - Where are the Hawks going?2:58 - Future of Trae Young6:01 - What is Trae's value?8:01 - The Dyson Daniels extension10:59 - Atlanta's biggest needs13:30 - Importance of Caris LeVert14:32 - What happens if they trade Trae Young?15:53 - The argument for keeping Trae YoungSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant discuss how the Golden State Warriors should navigate their 2025 offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:28 - Cap situation + sign-and-trade rules3:04 - Future of Jonathan Kuminga10:22 - Golden State's biggest needs12:27 - Warriors trade targets + Kuminga landing spots20:33 - The Giannis Antetokounmpo noise21:19 - WILD blockbuster trade idea (The perfect Warriors offseason)28:03 - Draymond Green extension, Steph Curry's future30:23 -Future of Brandin PodziemskiSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down the stakes for the Cleveland Cavaliers heading into the 2025 NBA offseason. TIMESTAMPS

Dan and Grant break down how the 2025 NBA draft lottery results will impact offseason activity—specifically trades. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:52 - Is the NBA draft lottery broken?11:50 - Dallas Mavericks21:23 - San Antonio Spurs28:35 - Philadelphia 76ers32:31 - Charlotte Hornets34:14 - Utah Jazz37:14 - Washington Wizards39:00 - New Orleans Pelicans42:36 - Brooklyn Nets 44:53 - Toronto Raptors46:45 - Houston Rockets49:49 - Portland Trail Blazers52:32 - Chicago Bulls54:38 - Atlanta Hawks56:53 - San Antonio Spurs, againSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down the Phoenix Suns' offseason from every angle, including their financial outlook, the future of Kevin Durant, the Devin Booker extension and more. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:20 - Will the Suns duck the second apron?1:49 - What will Phoenix target in a KD trade?7:01 - Hypothetical Kevin Durant trade9:51 - The future of Devin Booker16:11 - The PERFECT Suns trade?!18:49 - Bradley Beal's contract19:36 - Biggest needs, head coach search SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant discuss the Jayson Tatum injury and how it will impact the Boston Celtics' future. Then, they get into the series between the Knicks and Celtics, as well as the Timberwolves vs. Warriors matchup. Then...GUESS-A-PLAYER TIME. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:37 - Jayson Tatum injury, and Boston's future18:11 - Celtics vs Knicks breakdown36:43 - Wolves vs Warriors breakdown1:01:25 - Guess The NBA Player! (GAP)SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Mort Jensen (@msjnba) from 'The NBA Podcast' discuss their biggest takeaways and expectations moving forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunders vs. Denver Nuggets playoff series. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:11 - Cavs vs. Pacers takeaways27:13 - Most entertaining NBA Finals matchups28:55 - Nuggets vs. Thunder takeaways1:00:09 - Is OKC-DEN actually the West Finals?SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down how the Detroit Pistons should approach the 2025 NBA offseason. Will Cade Cunningham's breakout convince them to take a big swing? Or should they play it safe? Let us know in the comments, and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for more fun and in-depth NBA content. TIMESTAMPS⬇️:00 - Setting the stage...1:01 - Future of Malik Beasley2:56 - Identifying Pistons core players4:36 - Jalen Duren extension6:15 - Future of Jaden Ivey7:10 - Biggest needs and trade targets11:31 - How aggressive should the Pistons be?14:41 - More trade targets/offseason approachesSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down how the Los Angeles Lakers should approach the offseason while trying to capitalize on the LeBron James and Luka Doncic. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - Setting the stage...1:21 - Can the Lakers make a big trade?3:06 - What type of big man does Luka Doncic need?7:15 - Other needs Lakers must fill10:45 - Luka Doncic and LeBron James contracts13:07 - Players most likely to be tradedSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast break down how much every 2025 NBA draft lottery team needs Cooper Flagg, ultimately deciding which franchise most needs to win the No. 1 pick. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - Our approach2:59 - Charlotte Hornets9:58 - Utah Jazz15:59 - Washington Wizards23:39 - New Orleans Pelicans28:32 - Philadelphia 76ers34:46 - Brooklyn Nets40:54 - Toronto Raptors45:50 - San Antonio Spurs48:56 - Houston Rockets55:08 - Portland Trail Blazers59:20 - Dallas Mavericks 1:02:36 - Chicago Bulls1:05:49 - Sacramento Kings1:09:54 - Best Cooper Flagg destinationsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down the Houston Rockets entering the 2025 NBA offseason. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - Intro0:39 - Rockets cap sheet1:29 - The Fred VanVleet decision4:06 - Houston can't take its window for granted7:35 - Should Rockets be interested in Giannis Antetokounmpo?9:15 - The Devin Booker and Kevin Durant chatter11:30 - Preserving Houston's identity + other trade targets15:26 - Should the Rockets just stand pat?SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan and Grant break down their biggest takeaways from Game 1 between the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks, as well as the Oklahoma City Thunder and Denver Nuggets. After that, they ask which of the heavy favorites from Round 2 are in more trouble: The Celtics, Thunder or Cleveland Cavaliers. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:19 - Celtics vs Knicks takeaways23:00 - Thunder vs Nuggets takeaways45:16 - Cavs vs Pacers takeaways52:33 - Who's more concerned: Thunder, Celtics or Cavs?SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com