No Dunks is a daily NBA podcast hosted by Skeets, Tas, Trey, Leigh, and JD — the original basketball podcasters. Join 'em as they break down the league's biggest games and headlines, answer listeners' questions, interview guests, and more.
The No Dunks podcast is an incredible source of entertainment and information for NBA basketball fans. As a listener, I can confidently say that I have become a smarter consumer of the sport due to the insights provided by the hosts. The chemistry between all the guys is evident and their banter adds an enjoyable dynamic to each episode. The podcast strikes a perfect balance between being serious and detailed when discussing basketball topics, while also incorporating humor and lightheartedness. It's refreshing to find content that can be both informative and hilarious at the same time.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is its ability to cater to both hardcore NBA fans and casual viewers alike. Even if you're not deeply invested in the sport, No Dunks still offers engaging discussions and entertaining segments that are well worth your time. The hosts bring their basketball expertise to the table, supporting their opinions with stats and facts without overwhelming listeners with advanced metrics. This makes it accessible for listeners of all levels of fandom.
Unfortunately, there have been some setbacks in terms of personnel changes within the podcast over the years. While these changes have impacted the show to some extent, it has managed to maintain its quality throughout these transitions. However, some fans may argue that certain departures have affected the overall vibe or chemistry of the show. Nevertheless, No Dunks remains a highly enjoyable podcast despite these challenges.
In conclusion, The No Dunks podcast is a must-listen for any NBA fan looking for intelligent analysis mixed with entertaining banter. The hosts bring a wealth of knowledge about basketball while ensuring that listeners are thoroughly entertained throughout each episode. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just casually interested in basketball, this podcast is definitely worth your time. Its unique blend of serious discussion and hilarious moments sets it apart from other sports podcasts out there. Give it a listen!
Happy Thanksgiving, NBA sickos. On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Houston Rockets defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves in OT to advance to the NBA Cup knockout stage, the Phoenix Suns crushing the Los Angeles Lakers, and Damian Lillard helping get the Milwaukee Bucks back to .500. That, plus which players are cranberry sauce and Brussels sprouts, who has that Skibidi Ohio Rizz, other NBA podcasts we're thankful for, legendary memes, and more.
On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Kristaps Porzingis and Ja Morant's returns, Jaden Ivey and Dennis Schroder's clutch play, OG Anunoby's career-high 40 and Elfrid Payton's 21 assists, and disappointing losing streaks for the Hawks and Kings. That, plus Fred VanVleet gets fined $50K, Harrison Barnes wins his first Player of the Week, a quick NBA Cup update, and more.
On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys share their NBA weekend winners and losers. Winners include the Milwaukee Bucks, the LA Clippers' defense, Blazers rookie Donovan Clingan's odd stat line, Scotty Pippen Jr., Andrew Wiggins, and Jaylen Brown's hot start vs. the Wolves. Losers include Fred VanVleet nearly jamming his finger into an official's eye, a sad Zion Williamson update, and Hornets forward Grant Williams' season-ending injury. That, plus Tas and JD recap their trip to The White House. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room tonight at 9p ET: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Fri.'s No Dunks, Skeets and Trey discuss Franz Wagner's star-making performance, the Raptors beating the Wolves for the 20th consecutive time in Toronto, Brandon Miller's monster OT, Luka's right wrist sprain, concerns about the new four-team tournament-style All-Star Game, and Hubie Brown's illustrious career. That, plus one month in surprises, MVP frontrunners, All-Rookie, and more. -- ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Thu.'s No Dunks, Skeets and Trey discuss Disney/ESPN planning to air a Mickey Mouse alt-cast for Knicks-Spurs on Christmas Day, Paul George's knee injury, Isaiah Hartenstein's strong season debut for OKC, the Knicks' explosive offense, and the Pelicans' insane starting five. That, plus we dissect four proposed trades: Lavine to the Bulls, Vucevic to the Lakers, Middleton to the Rockets, and Brandon Ingram to the Grizzlies. --
On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Celtics snapping the Cavs' 15-game win streak, the Spurs winning their first NBA Cup game, Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht looking like Klay Thompson, and Westbrook's 200th career triple-double. That, plus Tyrese Maxey calls out Joel Embiid in the 76ers meeting, why the rebuilding Nets are expected to be open for trade business, and whether the NBA should try and do more to add some cultural cache to their Christmas Day games? ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss bad vibes with Joel Embiid's Sixers and Tyrese Haliburton's Pacers, impressive defensive plays from Giannis and Dyson Daniels, and the Magic holding opponents to fewer than 100 points for six straight games. That, plus the Lakers will honor Pat Riley with a statue, reports that Indy is signing Moses Brown, NBA Players of the Week trivia, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys share their NBA weekend winners and losers. Winners include Julius Randle's buzzer-beating 3, the Rockets' depth, De'Aaron Fox's historic two-day heater, Shaedon Sharpe and the Blazers, the Cavs dancing with a giant green frog, and more. Losers include the no-Jokic Nuggets, officials admitting they made the wrong call on Giannis, and the NBA contemplating a tourney-style All-Star Game. That, plus thoughts on 'Inside the NBA' continuing on ABC/ESPN. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room tonight at 9p ET: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss another Mavericks meltdown, extremely early 2025 NBA All-Star locks and leans, and the Lakers decision to only have Bronny James play in home games during the G League season. That, plus other Worst of the Week nominees, celebrity encounters, autonomous vehicles, trimming your nails, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Thu.'s No Dunks, Skeets and Tas draft the best games and performances from last night's busy NBA schedule: Giannis scoring an NBA season-high 59, Wembanyama splashing eight three-pointers to get to 50, an entertaining Bulls-Knicks game, Donovan Mitchell apologizing for chasing a triple-double, Franz Wagner leveling up, and the Rockets explosive bench unit. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys talk with Trey live from San Francisco about Klay Thompson's emotional return to face the Golden State Warriors. That, plus thoughts on the new NBA Cup courts, Joel Embiid's season debut, the Heat-Pistons OT game, Dyson Daniels vacuuming up steals, the latest Pelicans injury, and how much it should cost to stream a single NBA game. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Cavaliers remaining undefeated, SGA scoring a career-high 45 points, and a successful Cam Thomas takeover game. That, plus we break down NBA Cup group play, debate whether Jokic can win his fourth MVP, critique the NBA App, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys share their NBA weekend winners and losers. Winners include the 11-0 Cavaliers, the Clippers' defense, Sunday's Mavs-Nuggets duel, the Lakers moving D'Angelo Russell to the bench, Jared McCain, and the Kings' Dementors. Losers include the Hawks, a frustrated Giannis, and the relentless NBA injury bug taking down Durant, Zion, Chet Holmgren, and others. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room tonight at 9:30p ET: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Tyrese Maxey's hamstring injury before examining some early-season trends about NBA teams taking more 3-pointers than ever, OKC's elite defense, Buddy Hield's hot start, the West dominating the East, the Bulls leading the league in pace, and John Collins' high Dunk Score. That, plus stinky Worst of the Week nominees, old clothing items, vertical foods, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss similarities between the Curry/Kerr Warriors dynasty and the Brady/Belichick Patriots dynasty, Jokic's monster triple-double, the red-hot Cavs staying perfect, Brandon Miller's putback at the buzzer, Risacher taking the ROY lead, KD's MVP chances, Ja Morant and LeBron's "too small" taunt-off, Sabonis' perfect game, and more. -- ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the NBA suspending Joel Embiid three games for pushing a Philly columnist and how the Nuggets will fare without Aaron Gordon before hitting the beach to answer your questions. Who are some overrated role players on marquee teams/cities? Which players would you cast for the 'Starting 5' docuseries? And should the NBA change how we count free throws? That, plus TV antennas, Tetris pieces, and Trey's Top 5 pickles. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys draft the best games and performances from last night's action-packed 15-game NBA schedule. -- ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys — and a pickle — share their NBA weekend winners and losers. Winners include Donovan Mitchell's game-winner, the Raptors honoring Vince Carter, Adam Silver consulting with Steph about the All-Star Game, the deep Warriors, and more. Losers include the banged-up Pelicans, Grant Williams bodychecking Tatum, and 76ers drama with Joel Embiid and Philly Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes. -- ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys debate how the Magic will fare without Paolo Banchero, whether it's time to start panicking about the Bucks, and how convincing the Suns are as legit title contenders. That, plus Wembanyama's second 5x5 game, Dwyane Wade's statue and other Worst of the Week nominees, Five-Star Friday reviews, insane t-shirts to wear in public, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Thu.'s Halloween ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the league's last two undefeated teams, Karl-Anthony Towns big night in Miami, Pascal Siakam knocking down threes, the Magic and Bulls refusing to make shots in the fourth quarter, and Bilal Coulibaly making the sophomore jump. That, plus we make NBA player-Halloween candy comparisons for Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Sour Skittles, Almond Joy, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Luka reminding Wolves fans of the West Finals, the Warriors using their depth to rally past the Pelicans, Jokic dragging the Nuggets to another overtime win, and Sabonis increasing his three-point attempts. That, plus Rudy Gay retires, Jonathan Kuminga slop, Netflix announces the season 2 cast for the 'Starting 5' docuseries, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Paolo Banchero erupting for a career-high 50 points, Darius Garland returning to All-Star form, what's wrong with the New York Knicks, Phoenix Suns rookie Ryan Dunn's defensive energy, and other takeaways from last night's busy NBA schedule. That, plus early under-the-radar players, biggest surprises, and trends most/least likely to continue. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys share their NBA weekend winners and losers. Winners include the undefeated Lakers, the Grizzlies' bench unit, the Thunder's defense, and more. Losers include Steph Curry's ankles, the Bucks and Nuggets, and the Heat's Dwyane Wade statue. That, plus a few words on former NBA blogger and colleague, Scott Carefoot. RIP. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room to watch NBA games with us: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Klay Thompson's Mavericks debut, Chet Holmgren leveling up, concern about the Nuggets' depth, Wolves-Kings action, and the super young Wizards. That, plus Worst of the Week nominees, TV antennas, media recommendations for LeBron, the new NBA Cup court designs, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys recap last night's 10-game slate. Most dominant performance? Best new team debut? Best rookie? And the most surprising result? That, plus Dejounte Murray's fractured hand, love for Intuit Dome's The Wall, random NPC players, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks
On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys overreact to last night's NBA games with The Athletic's NBA Daily co-host Esfandiar Baraheni. Have the Celtics broken basketball? Is Jayson Tatum going to win MVP and Most Improved? And do the Knicks and Wolves wish they could take back the KAT-Randle trade? That, plus LeBron and Bronny James make history, Rudy Gobert's extension, the new data-driven Dunk Score, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss NBA Opening Night storylines, Khris Middleton's injury, the best and worst rookie contract extensions, Aaron Gordon signing with the Nuggets, and some interesting NBA betting trends regarding title favorites and MVPs. That, plus a ring ceremony jingle, setting the wedgies over/under line, and the return of Pick 'Em.
On Mon.'s No Dunks, Trey and Tas look at Mikal Bridges' broken jumper and debate extensions for 2021 draftees: Jalen Suggs, Josh Giddey, Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green and Jonathan Kuminga. That, plus injuries to Isaiah Hartenstein and Max Strus, Lonzo Ball's return to NBA action, and the Detroit Pistons ban hoodies in practice.
On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys wrap up their 2024-25 NBA season previews by tackling some burning questions. Which players are most likely to make their first All-Star Game? Star players under the most pressure? And which off-the-radar players will make a big impact this season? That, plus who will be the first to score 50 points in a game, potential trades to watch for, teams most likely to disappoint, Rapid Fire fun, and more. --
On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys continue to preview the 2024-25 NBA season by ranking all 30 teams by tiers: Title Contenders, Final Four Flirts, Playoff Locks, Play-In Hopefuls, and Flagg Seekers. That, plus Donte DiVincenzo and Rick Brunson get into a heated exchange, potential trades, Daniel Theis vs. Mason Plumlee, crazy ATL drivers, and more.
On today's No Dunks, the guys continue to preview the 2024-25 NBA season by predicting who win the major awards: Most Valuable Player, Most Improved, Rookie of the Year, Sixth Man, Defensive Player of the Year, and Coach of the Year. That, plus darkhorse picks, Bennedict Mathurin's baking, the WNBA Finals, and more.
2024-25 NBA season previews continue by discussing the over/under win totals for all 15 teams in the Western Conference. Who's a lock to hit the over? Who's trending under? And how much do you believe in a second-year Victor Webanyama?
Welcome to season six of No Dunks! On today's pod, the guys tip off their 2024-25 NBA season previews by discussing the over/under win totals for all 15 teams in the Eastern Conference. Wed., Oct. 9 — West Over/Under Predictions | 2024-25 NBA Season Preview Fri., Oct. 11 — NBA Awards Predictions (MVP, Rookie, Most Improved, etc.) | 2024-25 NBA Season Preview
On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Derrick Rose's complicated Hall of Fame case and share some of their favorite moments from a busy 2024 NBA Media Day.
On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Timberwolves dealing Karl-Anthony Towns to the Knicks in exchange for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo, why this is a risky move for both championship contenders, and other winners from the move. That, plus the Pelicans extending Jose Alvarado, ESPN's weird decision to lay off Zach Lowe, Kawhi's knee, the Blazers honoring Bill Walton, and breaking news about Dikembe Mutombo passing away at the age of 58. RIP.
What if Patrick Beverley didn't run into Russell Westbrook's knee? Would the Oklahoma City Thunder have won a title? Would Kevin Durant have stayed? Would Westbrook have ever missed a single game? In this episode, No Dunks tries to answer all the questions they have when looking back at Westbrook's career.
Hanif Abdurraqib joins No Dunks to discuss if he's heard from LeBron James since releasing ‘There's Always This Year', attending a LeBron high school game, that there are no good NBA nicknames anymore, how he became a Minnesota Timberwolves fan, his thoughts on Anthony Edwards and Rudy Gobert, why he loves bad NBA teams, a memorable trash talk moment at a Toronto Raptors game, and what to make of Scoot Henderson.
On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Joel Embiid and the 76ers agreeing to a max contract extension, why longtime NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski is retiring from his role with ESPN, and leaked City Edition jerseys and NBA Cup courts. That, plus a 2024 WNBA playoff preview, A'ja Wilson's historic regular season, and Portland lands an expansion team. --
No Dunks rank the top 21 MVP candidates for the upcoming 2024-25 NBA season across five unique categories: At The MVP Table (S Tier), By The Bar (A Tier), In The Bathroom (B Tier), Waiting Outside The Restaurant (C Tier), and In The Uber (D Tier). --
On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Nuggets giving Jamal Murray a 4-year, $208M max extension and what this means for Aaron Gordon, Trae Young saying he'd be the GOAT if he was 6-foot-8, Christian Wood's knee surgery, the NBA expanding use of instant replay on out-of-bounds reviews, basketball/NBA pet peeves, Thomas Bryant calling for the ball during LeBron's record breaking shot, and more.
On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys hold a 21-and-under NBA players mock draft. Will Victor Wembanyama and Paolo Banchero both make All-NBA next season? What's Brandon Miller's ceiling? Do the Houston Rockets have too many good young players? And which, if any, NBA rookies make the cut?
On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the latest NBA contract extensions (Steph Curry, McConnell, Zubac) and GG Jackson's broken foot before hitting the beach to answer your questions. Who should join Mike Breen and Doris Burke on ABC/ESPN's top broadcast? What's more impressive: Winning a Conference Finals MVP or being on the cover of 2K? And how will LeBron be immortalized by the NBA? That, plus the PBA's 4-point line, hummingbirds, Dude Wipes, and more. --