Nerd Sesh

The nerds' react to the Game 6 clash between Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle and the Minnesota Timberwolves' attempt to close out the Golden State Warriors without Steph Curry in Game 5, then they break down how Jaylen Brown led the Boston Celtics to a huge win over the New York Knicks without Jayson Tatum. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Timberwolves-Warriors 00:36:42 - Celtics-Knicks #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to a pair of wild NBA playoff games, breaking down an epic Game 5 clash between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder and Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets. Then, they discuss Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers' huge series-clinching victory over Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers, laying out what's next for them. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Thunder-Nuggets 00:42:52 - Pacers-Cavaliers #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to a wild day in the NBA, breaking down how Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks took down Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics in Game 4 to take a huge 3-1 lead, dissecting Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves' battle against the Golden State Warriors, and reacting to the absolute madness that is the Dallas Mavericks likely landing Cooper Flagg by winning the NBA Draft Lottery. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Knicks-Celtics 00:50:24 - Timberwolves-Warriors 00:59:40 - NBA Draft Lottery #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to a huge bounceback Game 4 win from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder against Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, then they break down how Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers destroyed Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers, and discuss what we should take away from Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves taking care of the Golden State Warriors without Steph Curry. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Thunder-Nuggets 00:41:34 - Pacers-Cavaliers 01:10:28 - Timberwolves-Warriors #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carson solo reacts to Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics delivering a huge response in Game 3 vs. Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Game 3 of the epic series between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder against Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. Then, they break down how Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and the Cleveland Cavaliers picked up a huge win after getting healthy, bouncing back against Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers. Then, they analyze how Julius Randle, Anthony Edwards & the Minnesota Timberwolves took care of business in Game 2 against Jimmy Butler and the Golden State Warriors without Steph Curry. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Nugget-Thunder 00:41:47 - Cavaliers-Pacers 01:02:04 - Timberwolves-Warriors #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to another great day of NBA playoff basketball, giving their take on how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder responded vs. Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets in Game 2, then breaking down Jayson Tatum & the Boston Celtics' catastrophic meltdown (again) to allow Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks to take a shocking 2-0 series lead. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Knicks-Celtics 00:38:25 - Thunder-Nuggets #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Jimmy Butler and the Golden State Warriors having to fight past Steph Curry's mid-game injury to upset Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1, then break down how Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers STUNNED Donovan Mitchell and the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 2.Timestamps 00:00:23 - Warriors-Timberwolves 00:30:43 - Pacers-Cavaliers #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to an electric day of playoff basketball, breaking down the Game 1 matchup between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder against Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets, and diving into how Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks stunned Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics in Game 1. Then, they give their predictions for the upcoming series between Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors against Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Nuggets-Thunder 00:39:13 - Celtics-Knicks 01:01:23 - Timberwolves-Warriors #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to an epic Sunday of NBA playoff action! They discuss the epic Game 7 battle between Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler and the Golden State Warriors vs. Amen Thompson, Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets. Then, they react to a huge Game 1 victory by Tyrese Haliburton & the Indiana Pacers over Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and the Cleveland Cavaliers, before giving their keys and predictions to the upcoming series between Shai Gilgeous Alexander's OKC Thunder and Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Warriors-Rockets 00:27:44 - Pacers-Cavaliers 00:49:07 - Thunder-Nuggets Predictions #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets destroying Kawhi Leonard, James Harden and the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 7 of their first-round series. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors attempting to close out Amen Thompson, Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green and the Houston Rockets in Game 6 of their first round series. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds give their predictions for the upcoming Eastern Conference semifinals series, breaking down whether Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks have any chance against Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics. Then, they discuss how much of a threat Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers’ potent offense can pose to Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Celtics-Knicks 00:25:11 - Cavaliers-Pacers #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets attempting to finish off Kawhi Leonard, James Harden and the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 6. Then, they break down how Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks finished off Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons in another epic battle. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Nuggets-Clippers 00:27:34 - Knicks-Pistons #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Anthony Edwards & the Minnesota Timberwolves looking to close out Luka Doncic, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5, and break down how Amen Thompson led the Houston Rockets to a dominant win over Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors to keep their season alive. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Timberwolves-Lakers 00:42:39 - Rockets-Warriors #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray & the Denver Nuggets taking on Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 5, break down if Giannis Antetokounmpo is done with the Milwaukee Bucks after Tyrese Haliburton's game winner sent them home, discuss how Cade Cunningham kept the Detroit Pistons alive vs. the New York Knicks, and lay out what's next for Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic after getting bounced by Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Nuggets-Clippers 00:21:39 - Pacers-Bucks 00:32:42 - What’s next for Giannis? 00:58:34 - Pistons-Knicks 01:08:46 - Celtics-Magic #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors doing battle in Game 4 with Amen Thompson, Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets. They also break down how Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and the Cleveland Cavaliers swept Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo and the Miami Heat. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Warriors-Rockets 00:37:31 - Cavaliers-Heat #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to another phenomenal day of NBA playoff basketball, breaking down how Anthony Edwards rose to another level to take the Minnesota Timberwolves past Luka Doncic, LeBron James & the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4, diving into the epic performances from Jalen Brunson & Karl-Anthony Towns for the New York Knicks in their controversial win over Cade Cunningham & the Detroit Pistons, discussing how Jayson Tatum carried the Boston Celtics to a win over Paolo Banchero & the Orlando Magic, and discussing Tyrese Haliburton & the Indiana Pacers' battle vs. Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks as Damian Lillard suffered an injury. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Lakers-Timberwolves 00:37:47 - Knicks-Pistons 00:54:01 - Bucks-Pacers 01:10:22 - Celtics-Magic #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Steph Curry & the Golden State Warriors taking on Alperen Sengun & the Houston Rockets in Game 3, break down how Nikola Jokic (and Aaron Gordon's game winner) carried the Denver Nuggets past Kawhi Leonard & the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 4, dive into how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the OKC Thunder finished off the Memphis Grizzlies, and praise the Cleveland Cavaliers for their dominant win over the Miami Heat without Darius Garland. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Warriors-Rockets 00:30:12 - Nuggets-Clippers 00:50:56 - Thunder-Grizzlies 01:10:05 - Cavaliers-Heat #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds break down LeBron James, Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers taking on Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3, react to Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner taking down Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics, and give their takes on how Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Milwaukee Bucks to their first win over Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Timberwolves-Lakers 00:21:40 - Magic-Celtics 00:38:40 - Bucks-Pacers #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Kawhi Leonard, James Harden and the Los Angeles Clippers handling Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets in Game 3 of their epic series, dive into how Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks past Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons, and react to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the OKC Thunder making a historic comeback to take a 3-0 lead over the Memphis Grizzlies as Ja Morant was injured. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Thunder-Grizzlies 00:15:56 - Clippers-Nuggets 00:32:27 - Knicks-Pistons #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Steph Curry & the Golden State Warriors attempting to take down Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green & the Houston Rockets in spite of Jimmy Butler's injury in Game 2. They also break down how Jaylen Brown led the Boston Celtics past Paolo Banchero & the Orlando Magic without Jayson Tatum, and analyze Donovan Mitchell's clutch performance to lead the Cleveland Cavaliers past Bam Adebayo and the Miami Heat. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Rockets-Warriors 00:28:47 - Celtics-Magic 00:45:46 - Cavaliers-Heat #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to Luka Doncic, LeBron James & the Los Angeles Lakers looking to bounce back vs. Anthony Edwards & the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2, break down Tyrese Haliburton & the Indiana Pacers cooking Giannis Antetokounmpo & the Milwaukee Bucks, and discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & the Oklahoma City Thunder dominating Ja Morant & the Memphis Grizzlies once again. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Lakers-Timberwolves 00:23:15 - Pacers-Bucks 00:43:46 - Thunder-Grizzlies #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to a pair of epic Game 2 battles, as Nikola Jokic & the Denver Nuggets take on James Harden, Kawhi Leonard & the Los Angeles Clippers, and Cade Cunningham & the Detroit Pistons respond with a big win over Jalen Brunson & the New York Knicks. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Clippers-Nuggets 00:27:40 - Pistons-Knicks #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds break down all of the Game 1 action from an epic NBA Easter Sunday! They discuss Steph Curry & the Golden State Warriors taking on Amen Thompson & the Houston Rockets, break down Donovan Mitchell & the Cleveland Cavaliers' showdown against Bam Adebayo & the Miami Heat, dive into how the Oklahoma City Thunder delivered a historic blowout to Ja Morant & the Memphis Grizzlies despite a quiet night from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and analyze how Jayson Tatum & the Boston Celtics bested the Orlando Magic in spite of Paolo Banchero's big game. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Warriors-Rockets 00:27:40 - Cavaliers-Heat 00:43:37 - Celtics-Magic 00:55:11 - Thunder-Grizzlies #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to every Game 1 from an incredible opening day of playoff basketball! They break down the marquee matchup between Luka Doncic, LeBron James & the Los Angeles Lakers against Anthony Edwards & the Minnesota Timberwolves, discuss how Nikola Jokic & the Denver Nuggets got a huge win over James Harden & the Los Angeles Clippers, dive into what needs to change for Giannis Antetokounmpo & the Milwaukee Bucks to have a chance against Tyrese Haliburton & the Indiana Pacers, and analyze Jalen Brunson & the New York Knicks' win over Cade Cunningham & the Detroit Pistons. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Timberwolves-Lakers 00:17:29 - Nuggets-Clippers 00:46:04 - Knicks-Pistons 01:02:25 - Pacers-Bucks #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to the final round of the Play-In Tournament and break down how the Miami Heat match up against the Cleveland Cavaliers and how the Memphis Grizzlies stack up agains the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Then, with all their first-round picks official, they run through the remainder of the playoffs to pick who they believe will end up as NBA champion. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Mavericks Season Eulogy 00:05:52 - Hawks Season Eulogy 00:13:12 - Thunder-Grizzlies Predictions 00:25:57 - Cavaliers-Heat Predictions 00:35:16 - NBA Playoffs Predictions #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds give their predictions for the newly set NBA playoff series, discussing why they have faith in Steph Curry & Jimmy Butler to best Amen Thompson & the Houston Rockets, breaking down why the Boston Celtics will make light work of the Orlando Magic, and discussing whether or not Damian Lillard's impending return for the Milwaukee Bucks should make them the favorite vs. the Indiana Pacers. Then, they discuss the Sacramento Kings' brutally mediocre state and debate who will advance through the play-in in both conferences. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Rockets-Warriors Predictions 00:40:00 - Celtics-Magic Predictions 00:48:34 - Pacers-Bucks Predictions 01:00:35 - Who should be most disappointed in their season: Kings or Bulls? 01:14:13 - Play-in Predictions 01:21:07 - What player will score the most points in Round 1? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds break down the NBA playoff series that we have set, discussing the keys to the matchup between LeBron James & the Los Angeles Lakers against Anthony Edwards & the Minnesota Timberwolves, dive into how Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets could take down Kawhi Leonard's Los Angeles Clippers, dive into how Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks could pull off an upset over Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers, and debate how big of a threat Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons pose to Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds give out their final award picks & All-NBA selections, breaking down the Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Nikola Jokic MVP debate for the last time, arguing Evan Mobley vs. Draymond Green for DPOY, and discussing whether Steph Curry or Anthony Edwards deserves the final First-Team All-NBA spot. Timestamps 00:00:23 - MVP 00:15:42 - DPOY 00:23:24 - ROY 00:30:39 - COY 00:36:53 - MIP 00:45:58 - 6MOY 00:54:30 - All-NBA 1st Team 00:58:56 - All-NBA 2nd Team 01:02:35 - All-NBA 3rd Team 01:08:18 - All-Defense 1st Team 01:16:20 - All-Defense 2nd Team 01:24:08 - All-Rookie 1st Team 01:28:03 - All-Rookie 2nd Team #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds are joined by Hoops Tonight host Jason Timpf to rank the Top 10 NBA contenders ahead of the playoffs! They debate whether Luka Doncic & the Los Angeles Lakers or Donovan Mitchell & the Cleveland Cavaliers pose a bigger threat to each conference's top dog, then discuss whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & the OKC Thunder or Jayson Tatum & the Boston Celtics should be viewed as the title favorites. Timestamps 00:04:05 - New York Knicks 00:10:19 - Houston Rockets 00:17:15 - Los Angeles Clippers 00:26:45 - Indiana Pacers 00:31:21 - Denver Nuggets 00:35:10 - Michael Malone & Calvin Booth fired 00:49:16 - Minnesota Timberwolves 00:58:09 - Golden State Warriors 01:08:43 - Los Angeles Lakers 01:25:17 - Lakers vs. Thunder 01:45:11 - Cleveland Cavaliers 01:54:58 - Celtics vs. Thunder #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to some of the biggest NBA games over the weekend, discussing whether or not Luka Doncic & the Los Angeles' Lakers impressive win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & the OKC Thunder was real or fake, breaking down what to make of Amen Thompson & the Houston Rockets' hot streak, and diving into what has to change for Nikola Jokic & the Denver Nuggets to make a real playoff push. Then, they debate whether Thompson, Jalen Williams or Dyson Daniels is the best non-big defender in basketball and discuss why the future is bright for the Portland Trailblazers. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Was the Lakers’ victory over the Thunder REAL or FAKE? 00:19:22 - What are the biggest takeaways from the Rockets’ two big weekend wins? 00:41:33 - What needs to change for the Nuggets to make playoff noise? 00:56:03 - Who is the most impactful defensive non-big in basketball? 01:03:27 - What non-play-in team has the brightest future? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds are joined by Tyler from Hoop Venue to discuss which team is the second-best in the West, arguing between Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors, Kawhi Leonard and the LA Clippers, LeBron James and the LA Lakers, and Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Then, they break down why the Indiana Pacers are wildly underrated, debate if the OKC Thunder are having the best regular season EVER and discuss whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has surpassed legends like Curry and Kobe Bryant as a scorer. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Who is the second-best team in the West? 00:32:42 - Who is the most underrated team going into the playoffs? 00:45:12 - Where do the Thunder rank among best regular season teams ever? 01:00:50 - Where does SGA’s scoring peak rank all-time among guards? 01:21:58 - Reviewing the nerds’ Top 30 NBA player rankings #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to a pair of thrilling NBA games, breaking down how Russell Westbrook managed to blow Nikola Jokic's historic 60-point triple-double vs. Anthony Edwards & the Minnesota Timberwolves, and reacting to Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler & the Golden State Warriors peaking vs. Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies as they try to find their footing after firing Taylor Jenkins. Then, they discuss how Jayson Tatum & the Boston Celtics have reached peak form and may be even better than last year, and break down how Paolo Banchero has been dominating as of late for the Orlando Magic. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Jokic’s 60-point triple double in loss vs. Minnesota 00:26:55 - Stephen Curry delivers 50-ball in win vs. Memphis 00:42:14 - Thoughts on the Grizzlies post Taylor Jenkins firing 00:59:23 - Are the Celtics even deadlier than last season? 01:07:55 - Has Paolo alleviated concerns about him or Orlando? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds answer YOUR sick and twisted questions in another mailbag episode! They break down why Nikola Jokić is not being “robbed” of MVP by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, debate whether Jayson Tatum is a Tier 1 superstar, discuss what Evan Mobley’s ceiling is, and answer a number of questions about why Logan bald. Timestamps 00:00:23 - NBA 02:14:03 - NFL 02:23:14 - Miscellaneous #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to some shocking NBA news after the Memphis Grizzlies fired head coach Taylor Jenkins with the playoffs only weeks away. Then, they break down how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder have gotten even better, discuss whether or not they're buying hot streaks from the Chicago Bulls and Houston Rockets, and rank their Top 5 NBA Draft prospects, from Cooper Flagg to Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Grizzlies fires Taylor Jenkins 00:09:42 - OKC’s hot streak without J-Dub 00:26:06 - Sold on the Bulls young core? 00:43:28 - Buying back into the Rockets? 00:52:56 - Top 5 2025 NBA Draft Prospects #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds discuss what the news of Damian Lillard's blood clot means for Giannis Antetokounmpo & the Milwaukee Bucks, break down whether Draymond Green makes a legitimate case for DPOY over Evan Mobley, and discuss if Kevin Durant should make First-Team All-NBA this season. Then, they dive into whether or not Kawhi Leonard & the Los Angeles Clippers' hot streak is legit and debate if Zaccharie Risacher or Alex Sarr has been the more impressive rookie. Timestamps 00:00:23 - What does Damian Lillard’s injury mean for the Bucks? 00:15:00 - Is Draymond the DPOY favorite? 00:29:31 - Who deserves the last All-NBA 1st Team spot? 00:43:36 - Are you buying the Clippers hot streak? 00:57:57 - What rookie has been more impressive this season: Risacher or Sarr? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds wrap up their rankings of the Top 30 NBA players with the Top 10! They debate whether Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry or LeBron James is the best of the older generation, break down how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has climbed past Giannis Antetokounmpo and Luka Doncic, and explain why Nikola Jokic is still holding strong at No. 1. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Victor Wembanyama 00:15:03 - Anthony Edwards 00:26:11 - Stephen Curry 00:34:52 - LeBron James 00:46:54 - Anthony Davis 00:56:27 - Kevin Durant 01:04:20 - Jayson Tatum 01:12:47 - Luka Doncic 01:21:42 - Giannis Antetokounmpo 01:29:22 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 01:43:22 - Nikola Jokic #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds are joined by the one and only Kenny Beecham (KOT4Q) to debate their controversial rankings of players like Kristaps Porzingis, Cade Cunningham and Zion Williamson, to discuss how many assets are more valuable than Cooper Flagg league-wide, and to break down which NBA teams they are most excited to see in the playoffs. Then, of course, Kenny and Carson team up to take on the hardest NBA trivia Logan can cook up. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Nerd Sesh player rankings review #30-11 00:18:40 - How many players as an asset would you value over Cooper Flagg? 00:31:38 - What team are you most excited to watch in the playoffs? 00:50:40 - Basketball trivia #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds continue their journey to rank the Top 30 NBA players, breaking down whether Donovan Mitchell or Evan Mobley is the Cleveland Cavaliers' best player, debating Tyrese Haliburton vs. Damian Lillard, and arguing whether Anthony Edwards has surpassed Kevin Durant as a Top 10 player. Timestamps 00:00:49 - Recap of players # 30-21 00:02:12 - Kyrie Irving 00:05:10 - Jaren Jackson Jr. 00:12:00 - Kristaps Porzingis 00:15:12 - Damian Lillard vs. Tyrese Haliburton 00:28:42 - Jimmy Butler 00:36:24 - Devin Booker 00:42:10 - Devin Booker vs. Donovan Mitchell 00:47:27 - Kawhi Leonard 00:54:33 - Donovan Mitchell vs. Evan Mobley 01:08:02 - Jalen Brunson 01:16:29 - Zion Williamson 01:24:53 - Kevin Durant vs. Anthony Edwards 01:36:07 - Players # 20-11 recap #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds begin their journey of ranking the Top 30 players in the NBA with spots #30-21. They discuss whether Karl-Anthony Towns, Chet Holmgren, Kristaps Porzingis or Jaren Jackson Jr. is the better big, lay out whether Jimmy Butler or Kyrie Irving is the more elite vet, and debate the merits of a number of lead guards like Darius Garland, Tyrese Haliburton, Cade Cunningham and Trae Young. Timestamps 00:00:23 - List Criteria 00:02:00 - Honorable Mentions 00:11:48 - Ja Morant 00:19:37 - Jalen Williams 00:28:02 - De’Aaron Fox 00:34:05 - Domantas Sabonis 00:41:31 - Jaylen Brown 00:47:04 - Trae Young 00:53:41 - Cade Cunningham 00:59:46 - Jimmy Butler 01:07:09 - Darius Garland 01:16:18 - Karl-Anthony Towns 01:24:28 - Chet Holmgren 01:32:58 - Jaren Jackson Jr, 01:40:55 - Tyrese Haliburton 01:49:03 - Kyrie Irving 01:55:54 - Kristaps Porzingis #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds give their takeaways from the potential NBA Finals preview we got between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & the OKC Thunder against Jayson Tatum & the Boston Celtics, break down whether we should take Anthony Edwards & the Minnesota Timberwolves seriously, do an NBA superpower draft after Steph Curry hit his 4,000th three and break down the winners and losers of NFL free agency. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Thunder-Celtics Takeaways 00:31:59 - Timberwolves a threat in the West? 00:49:32 - NBA Player Superpowers draft 00:59:48 - NFL Free Agency Winners + Losers #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds rank the Top 10 duos in the NBA! They discuss why despite the Boston Celtics' team dominance, Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown make no case as the best duo in the NBA, debate whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & Chet Holmgren or Steph Curry & Jimmy Butler are the better duo, and argue over whether Giannis Antetokoummpo & Damian Lillard, Nikola Jokic & Jamal Murray or LeBron James & Luka Doncic are the NBA's No. 1 duo. Timestamps 00:00:56 - Criteria 00:04:15 - Jalen Brunson & Karl-Anthony Towns 00:07:23 - Kevin Durant & Devin Booker 00:13:25 - Kawhi Leonard & James Harden 00:18:14 - Anthony Edwards & Rudy Gobert 00:22:58 - Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown 00:32:37 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & Chet Holmgren 00:39:58 - Evan Mobley & Donovan Mitchell 00:47:14 - Stephen Curry & Jimmy Butler 00:54:33 - Jayson Tatum & Kristaps Porzingis 01:01:58 - Nikola Jokic & Jamal Murray 01:12:44 - Giannis Antetokounmpo & Damian Lillard 01:17:30 - Luka Doncic & LeBron James 01:23:51 - Honorable Mentions #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds react to all the NFL Free Agency news so far, breaking down why Sam Darnold to the Seattle Seahawks is an odd move, Geno Smith is a good add for the Las Vegas Raiders, and the Pittsburgh Steelers are in quarterback hell despite their trade for DK Metcalf. Then, they break down what we learned from Jayson Tatum & the Boston Celtics handling the Los Angeles Lakers & Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & the OKC Thunder taking care of Nikola Jokic & the Denver Nuggets. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Sam Darnold to Seahawks 00:13:46 - Geno Smith to Raiders 00:19:28 - D.K. Metcalf to Steelers 00:26:48 - Who will be at QB for Pittsburgh? 00:35:02 - Justin Fields to Jets 00:39:07 - Davante Adams to Rams 00:48:00 - Bears OL moves 00:52:08 - Myles Garrett to Browns 00:55:58 - Josh Sweat to Cardinals 00:58:02 - Patriots’ defensive moves 01:05:54 - Celtics-Lakers Reaction 01:19:00 - Thunder-Nuggets Reaction #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds are joined by Jacob (Rusty Buckets) to discuss whether Luka Doncic & LeBron James have established the Lakers as a top two contender in the West, whether Steph Curry & the Golden State Warriors can truly contend this year, and if the Boston Celtics have an argument for being the most talented team ever. Then, they discuss where Zion Williamson ranks among the NBA’s best and dive into why everyone is so obsessed with finding the next “face of the league.” Timestamps 00:01:17 - Are the Lakers a top 2 team in the West? 00:22:02 - Which Western team seeded 4-6 is the most dangerous playoff team? 00:43:34 - Do the Celtics have an argument for being the most talented team ever? 01:07:58 - How many players would you take over Zion Williamson today? 01:31:18 - Why is the NBA world so obsessed with finding the next “face of the league?” #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds are joined by Marz Talks Sports of Player’s Choice to discuss how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s current peak ranks against other dominant guards since 2000 like Steph Curry, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade and James Harden, debate if it’d be more disappointing for the OKC Thunder to react to Kyrie Irving’s devastating ACL injury for the Dallas Mavericks and debate if it cements the Luka Doncic trade as the worst ever. Then, they rank the Central Division point guards, comparing Damian Lillard to Tyrese Haliburton, Darius Garland and Cade Cunningham, before diving into their biggest disagreements with Carson’s Top 22 all-time offensive peaks. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Is SGA having a top 2 guard season this century? 00:33:52 - More disappointed if the Celtics or Thunder lost before the NBA Finals? 00:50:50 - Does the Kyrie injury cement the Luka trade as the worst of all-time? 01:03:14 - Who is the best PG in the Central division? (Lillard, Haliburton, Garland, Cade) 01:24:48 - Who are in the top four tiers of offensive peaks? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds give their takeaways from a thrilling weekend of NBA action, breaking down what we learned from Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley & the Cleveland Cavaliers' big win over Jayson Tatum & the Boston Celtics and what it means for their chances of winning the East. Then they break down whether the Denver Nuggets have been exposed recently as fake contenders, debate whether Luka Doncic & the Los Angeles Lakers or Kawhi Leonard & the Los Angeles Clippers are a bigger threat in the West, and discuss why Joel Embiid cannot be considered the biggest "What If" in NBA history. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Cavaliers-Celtics Takeaways 00:29:20 - Are the Nuggets fake contenders? 00:52:56 - Is Joel Embiid the biggest “what if” in NBA history? 01:05:26 - Are the Lakers or Clippers more dangerous? 01:19:18 - Who is the Most Improved Player this season? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds break down Steph Curry’s 56-point explosion vs. the Orlando Magic and discuss if he is still a Top 3 offensive player on the planet, debate whether Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Milwaukee Bucks are a legitimate playoff threat, discuss if Cade Cunningham’s Detroit Pistons can win a playoff series, show love to the most underrated players around the NBA and explain why the Phoenix Suns are completely cooked. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Is Stephen Curry still a top 3 offensive player? 00:20:05 - Are the new-look Bucks a playoff threat? 00:35:56 - Can the Pistons win a playoff series? 00:49:30 - Who has been the most underrated non-star this season? 01:03:02 - Which team should feel the WORST about their season? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds discuss what Luka Doncic, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers proved in a revenge win over Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks and how they shape up as major players in the West. Then, they draft the perfect all-defense teams to challenge the all-offense teams they picked just last week. Timestamps 00:00:23 - Lakers 00:15:31 - Mavericks 00:20:18 - All-Defense Draft 00:21:43 - Bill Russell 00:22:57 - Hakeem Olajwuon 00:25:28 - Kevin Garnett 00:27:25 - Scottie Pippen 00:28:08 - Draymond Green 00:30:14 - Ben Wallace 00:32:51 - Dennis Rodman 00:34:45 - Kawhi Leonard 00:35:27 - Jason Kidd 00:36:55 - TIm Duncan 00:37:05 - David Robinson 00:37:36 - Anthony Davis 00:41:39 - Gary Payton 00:42:47 - Giannis Antetokounmpo 00:44:25 - Bobby Jones 00:45:54 - LeBron James 00:47:47 - Metta World Peace 00:48:36 - Shane Battier 00:51:19 - Michael Jordan 00:52:00 - Dikembe Mutombo 00:54:41 - Michael Cooper 00:55:30 - Jerry West 00:56:37 - Kareem Abdul-Jabbar 00:57:00 - Evan Mobley 01:00:06 - Honorable Mentions 01:03:18 - Team Carson vs. Team Logan #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carson Breber and Jokic Joestar give their takes on all the 2025 Oscar Nominations, breaking down why Dune 2 rocks, Emilia Pérez reeks in a truly unique way, and Sing Sing was the most under-appreciated movie of this Oscar cycle. Timestamps: 0:20 Seasons Talk 7:55 This Year in Movies 10:50 Biggest Snubs 26:08 Nickel Boys 31:27 Anora 38:55 Emilia Perez 53:35 A Complete Unknown 59:10 I’m Still Here 1:03:52 Wicked 1:07:52 The Substance 1:15:05 The Brutalist 1:29:14 Conclave 1:36:57 Dune: Part Two 1:46:00 Best Picture Picks 1:49:20 Best Actor 1:57:20 Best Actress 1:58:34 Supporting Actor 2:01:55 Supporting Actress 2:04:05 All Other Award Picks #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.