RealGM Radio with Danny Leroux

The NBA playoffs are heating up as the Indiana Pacers take control against the Milwaukee Bucks, dictating the tempo and challenging Giannis Antetokounmpo's dominance. Meanwhile, the Denver Nuggets narrowly escape the Los Angeles Clippers' grasp in a thrilling overtime showdown, with Nikola Jokic and James Harden at the center of the action. Wes Goldberg breaks down the strategic adjustments by Tom Thibodeau and J.B. Bickerstaff, highlighting unexpected moves that could reshape the Knicks-Pistons and Heat-Cavaliers series. With insights into the Warriors' reliance on Steph Curry and the Rockets' potential lineup changes, this episode offers a comprehensive analysis of the playoff landscape. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Wes Goldberg is joined by Jared Dubin (Last Night in Basketball) to preview the NBA playoffs. They draft each series in order of which ones they want to go seven games, starting with the Nuggets and Clippers. Can Nikola Jokic overcome a tough matchup, or will Kawhi Leonard swing the series? They also touch on Playoff Jimmy and the Warriors, a fascinating matchup between the Lakers and Timberwolves, whether the Bucks have a chance against the Pacers without Damian Lillard and a sneaky interesting series between the Knicks and Pistons. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 3:00 Nuggets vs Clippers 17:30 Rockets vs Warriors 31:46 Lakers vs Timberwolves 44:31 Pacers vs Bucks 55:07 Knicks vs Pistons 102:00 Celtics vs Magic Find Jared's work at LastNightInBasketball.com ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Wes Goldberg reveals his full NBA awards ballot, including his decisions for MVP, All-NBA, Defensive Player of the Year and more. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Luka Doncic's return to Dallas as a Los Angeles Laker has sparked intense emotions among Dallas Mavericks fans, with chants of "Fire Nico" echoing through the arena. Wes Goldberg and Katie Heindl (Basketball Feelings) dive into the impact of Doncic's trade, the NBA MVP race featuring Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and the first-ever "Feelingz Awards" that highlight the season's most entertaining players and teams. Then Wes is joined by Nick Angstadt of Locked On Mavericks to go inside the Mavericks arena for Doncic's return and what happens next for Dallas. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 2:00 Luka Doncic's emotional night 16:00 MVP: Jokic vs SGA 21:00 Feelingz Awards 21:30 Most Entertaining Player 26:36 Feel Good Team 33:58 Feel Good Player 38:53 Emmy for Most Entertaining Defender 51:30 Christian Wood Award 1:02:11 Inside Luka's Return ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Is Amen Thompson the NBA's Next Defensive Powerhouse? The Houston Rockets' rising star, Amen Thompson, is making waves in the NBA Defensive Player of the Year race. With Victor Wembanyama sidelined, the competition is wide open, and Thompson's standout performance against Steph Curry has caught everyone's attention. Wes Goldberg breaks down Thompson's defensive brilliance, comparing him to legends like Kawhi Leonard and Draymond Green. The episode explores how Thompson's emergence has propelled the Rockets to second place in the Western Conference. Key figures like Draymond Green and Evan Mobley are also discussed, highlighting the intense competition for the coveted award. Discover how Thompson's defensive skills are reshaping the NBA landscape. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of the DPOY race and Thompson's potential to redefine defensive excellence. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Wes Goldberg is joined by Matt Moore to talk about an instant-classic night of basketball, Steph Curry's 52 point game and Nikola Jokic's career-high night resulting in a loss. Plus another round of NBA Tiers breaking down the teams that accomplished their goals for the season, including the Cavaliers, Thunder, Pistons, Rockets and Wizards. Timestamps 0:00 Intro: Inside Nuggets-Wolves instant classic 16:50 NBA Tiers: Cavaliers 22:00 Pistons 25:00 Thunder/Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's legacy 37:20 Clippers 40:20 Celtics 45:40 Lakers 50:31 Pacers 54:21 Timberwolves 1:00:56 Jazz 102:07 Knicks 1:03:27 Bucks 1:04:15 Atlanta, Chicago, Brooklyn 1:06:30 Trail Blazers 1:08:30 76ers 1:10:40 Chauncey Billups next Suns coach? ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

The Memphis Grizzlies surprisingly fired coach Taylor Jenkins on Friday, leading many to speculate about why the organization made a coaching change so late into the season. But what if it's the right call? Wes Goldberg explores that and other "What If" scenarios involving Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith's feud underscores a growing problem between the NBA and the media that covers the sport. Wes Goldberg and Mo Dakhil talk about why LeBron is going at Stephen A. and other reporters before diving into the top candidates for Defensive Player of the Year. Then they look ahead to the playoffs and talk about why every Finals contender won't win the championship. RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Wes Goldberg is joined by Mike Shearer (Basketball Poetry) to regrade key offseason moves, from the New York Knicks adding Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges, to the Brooklyn Nets big-bet pick swap and how we feel about Alex Caruso with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Josh Giddey on the Chicago Bulls. Plus, much more! Also, who can be next season's Detroit Pistons? Check out Mike's Substack: https://www.basketballpoetry.com/ Sign up for the newsletter: lockedondaily.com ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Is the Phoenix Suns' season slipping away? Kevin Durant's visible frustration on the bench raises questions about the team's direction. Dive into the Suns' challenges, including their roster construction and coaching changes, as Wes Goldberg analyzes potential trade scenarios for Durant and Devin Booker. Discover how the Bradley Beal trade impacts the Suns' flexibility and competitiveness. Goldberg's insights on Devin Booker's career trajectory and the team's evolving strategy offer a comprehensive look at the Suns' current state. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Wes Goldberg welcomes Matt Moore to break down the NBA playoff landscape by ranking the team's in order of what they can accomplish under their best-case scenario. As Matt puts it, “At their best, how many rounds can they win vs. healthy opponents?” ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

After Sunday's game, the NBA world is focusing on the MVP race between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic. Wes Goldberg breaks down who he thinks is leading the race and discusses his problems with the way the MVP race is framed. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is on fire, scoring four 50-point games in just 40 days. Is he the next big thing in the NBA? Dive into the latest NBA buzz with Wes Goldberg and Dave DuFour as they explore the Oklahoma City Thunder's rising star and his impact on the league. The episode also covers LeBron James' resurgence with the Los Angeles Lakers, the Golden State Warriors' strategic moves with Jimmy Butler, and the challenges facing the Dallas Mavericks, Philadelphia 76ers, and Phoenix Suns. With insights from The Athletic's NBA Daily Show, this discussion promises a deep look into the evolving dynamics of the NBA. Don't miss out on this engaging analysis—tune in for exclusive insights and expert commentary. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Wes Goldberg is joined by Jared Dubin (Last Night In Basketball Substack) to talk about the surging (and fun!) Detroit Pistons before naming their "Bubble Contenders." Aka teams that aren't the Thunder, Celtics or Cavaliers that they could see making the NBA Finals. RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

The Los Angeles Lakers' latest acquisition, Luka Doncic, has already made waves with his dynamic debut alongside LeBron James, but can the team hold up defensively? Meanwhile, the Golden State Warriors are buzzing with excitement over Jimmy Butler's seamless integration. Host Wes Goldberg and guest Keith Smith (Spotrac, "The Front Office Show") dissect these developments, explore De'Aaron Fox's potential with Victor Wembanyama in San Antonio and the Phoenix Suns' offseason outlook, including Kevin Durant's future. They also talk about next steps for the Orlando Magic, New Orleans Pelicans and Brooklyn Nets. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Host Wes Goldberg is joined by Adam Mares (DNVR Sports, ALL NBA Podcast) to react to the NBA trade deadline and name their winners and losers. RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Wes Goldberg and Matt Moore react to the Luka Doncic trade, then ask if Jimmy Butler (or someone else) will be the next start to get traded before the NBA trade deadline. Then Wes and Matt get into their monthly tiers by ranking the teams by how far they are from winning a title in the next three years. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:00 Lakers luck out with Luka Doncic 11:00 Jimmy Butler latest intel 24:00 What's going on with the 76ers? 40:16 Tiers: “Title in the next 3 years” Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In one of the most stunning trades in NBA history, the Dallas Mavericks traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis over the weekend. Wes Goldberg tries to make sense of the Mavericks' reasoning, then discusses De'Aaron Fox getting traded to the San Antonio Spurs to play with Victor Wembanyama, and the trend of NBA front offices responding to the recent era of player empowerment. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed. #nba #basketball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg is joined by Dan Favale (Bleacher Report, Hardwood Knocks) to discuss the best landing spots for De'Aaron Fox. Then they exchange NBA fake trade ideas ranging from obvious to ones you would only make in NBA 2K. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the NBA trade deadline looms, the basketball world buzzes with speculation. Will the Los Angeles Lakers finally make the moves needed or rebuild, or will the Golden State Warriors pursue a game-changing star (like LeBron James)? Host Wes Goldberg and Mo Dakhil discuss what teams need to make moves before the deadline, Jimmy Butler's trade rumors, the Lakers' challenges, and put together some fake trades. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who will claim the NBA's mid-season glory? Dive into the heated debate over the MVP race featuring Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, as experts weigh in on their standout performances. This episode unpacks the contenders for Defensive Player of the Year, spotlighting Victor Wembanyama's towering presence and the dynamic defensive skills of Amen Thompson and Lu Dort. Join Host Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer, writer of Basketball Poetry, as they share insights on the Most Improved Player award, including names like Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson and Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro. The conversation also highlights Sixth Man of the Year hopefuls, including Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard and Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley, and evaluates Coach of the Year candidates like Orlando Magic head man Jamahl Mosley. Subscribe on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealGMRadio RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed. #nba #basketball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cleveland Cavaliers showed they were the NBA's team to beat after taking down the Oklahoma City Thunder last week, but then saw their win streak come to an end over the weekend. Are they still No.1? Host Wes Goldberg breaks down his power rankings of the top 10 teams in the NBA, including which teams should be considered the favorites and which teams are seeing their stock go up. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed. #nba #basketball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg is joined by The Athletic's Dave DuFour to react to Cavs-Thunder and discuss the Jimmy Butler situation and why more teams should want to trade for Bradley Beal, before consulting NBA teams to be buyers or sellers before the trade deadline. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the NBA used a College Football Playoff selection committee to determine the playoffs? Wes Goldberg and Matt Moore decide on the top 12 teams in the NBA today, then seed them and predict how the bracket would play out. RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The discourse about NBA TV ratings has never been more prevalent. As ratings fall, commissioner Adam Silver claims that the popularity of the sport has never been higher. But Wes Goldberg and Dieter Kurtenbach (Bay Area News Group) think the NBA has a problem and talk about ways -- minor and extreme -- to fix the NBA schedule, 3-point shooting epidemic, All-Star game, NBA Cup and more. ____________________________________________  RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg and Jared Dubin (Last Night in Basketball Substack) react to the Milwaukee Bucks winning the NBA Cup and the flaw in the Oklahoma City Thunder's roster (0:10). Then, they talk about why "defense isn't dead" in the NBA and which defensive units are best equipped for the playoffs (22:00), Zach LaVine on the Denver Nuggets (37:00) and the NBA winners of 2024, including Adam Silver (42:00). Get 25% off your subscription to "Last Night in Basketball": https://www.lastnightinbasketball.com/25percent Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg is joined by Mo Dakhil to react to this week's NBA Cup knockout games, discuss rotation questions for the Warriors, the Magic surpassing expectations, and how the Hawks have become a better defensive team and moved away from being so reliant on Trae Young. Then they preview the semi-finals between the Bucks and Hawks and Thunder and Rockets, and talk about the Heat listening to trade offers for Jimmy Butler. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg is joined by Andrew "Combo" Salop (Combo's Court podcast) to talk about the top candidates for NBA awards a quarter through the season, including MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Most Improved, Sixth Man, Coach of the Year and a few surprise categories. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 5:48 MVP Shortlist 17:51 Defensive Player of the Year Favorites 23:59 Rookie of the Year Contenders 30:42 Most Improved Player Candidates 36:53 Sixth Man of the Year 44:01 Coach of the Year Discussion 51:19 Surprise Category Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg breaks down Kristaps Porzingis' Boston Celtics debut (0:59), then he's joined by NBA Insider Jake Fischer to discuss Jake's move to Marc Stein's "The Stein Line" Substack and the latest trade intel across the NBA, including the 76ers, Warriors, Bulls, Nets and more (8:52). Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg and Matt Moore of The Action Network lay out their tiers for the entire NBA. They focus on expectations: Which teams are performing above or below expectations, and which teams are about to see their seasons turn (for better or worse)? Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Golden State Warriors are off to a great start and look like they could be championship contenders again, but is their strategy of defense, depth and threes sustainable? Host Wes Goldberg is joined by The Athletic's Anthony Slater to discuss the Warriors and what they could look to do before the trade deadline. Then Wes is joined by Brams Hillman, host of the Warriors fan podcast "Warriors Huddle," to talk about Klay Thompson's emotional return to the Bay Area. RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed. Follow Wes Goldberg on X @wcgoldberg #nba #basketball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a slow start to the season, the Denver Nuggets have seemingly turned things around with three-straight wins, including a statement against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Host Wes Goldberg is joined by Adam Mares of DNVR Sports to talk about Denver's new identity, Russell Westbrook fitting in and who is emerging among the stable of young players. They also discuss where Tyrese Maxey's injury leaves the 76ers and why the Golden State Warriors' start is for real. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg is joined by The Athletic's Andrew Schlecht to discuss the undefeated Oklahoma City Thunder, who are terrifying on defense, Chet Holmgren's growth and the team's ceiling on offense. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg is joined by PHLY Sports' Kyle Neubeck to discuss the Philadelphia 76ers being investigated for Joel Embiid's health management plan and what we can expect from the 76ers this season. Then Spotrac's Keith Smith joins to break down the most interesting contract extensions, including what the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors are doing with their young players. RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg is joined by RealGM's John Wilmes to talk about which teams are realistic NBA championship contenders this season and why they will and won't win the title next season. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg and Matt Moore of The Action Network draft their favorite over/under win projections. This episode dives into the upcoming season's most intriguing bets, featuring teams like the Utah Jazz, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Los Angeles Lakers. Discover how factors such as team health, roster changes, and coaching strategies influence these predictions. 0:00 Intro 14:14 Charlotte Hornets' Cultural Shift 20:54 Memphis Grizzlies' Road to Redemption 24:47 Portland Trailblazers' Strategic Moves 28:55 Washington Wizards' Uncertain Future 34:39 Boston Celtics' Defensive Strategy 47:51 Lakers' Optimism and Vibes 51:20 Detroit Pistons' Roster Revamp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg checks in on three Western Conference teams after media days were held this week. First is Anthony Irwin (Lakers Daily, Lakers Lounge) to talk about the Los Angeles Lakers and changes under JJ Redick. Next is Dane Moore (Dane Moore NBA Podcast) to talk about why the Minnesota Timberwolves traded Karl-Anthony Towns and what happens next. And finally, Brendon Kleen (Locked On Suns) joins the show to discuss changes to the Phoenix Suns and if they will buy in under Mike Budenholzer. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of RealGM Radio, host Wes Goldberg and Spotrac's Keith Smith draft contenders based on how open or closed their championship windows are, including a few teams who might be facing their last chance to win a title in the 2024-25 season. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the NBA's defensive landscape as we predict the top 10 defenses for the upcoming season. Host Wes Goldberg is joined by Mo Dakhil (The Athletic, Bleacher Report) to rank their top 10 offenses going into the 2024-25 season. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the NBA's offensive landscape as we predict the top 10 offenses for the upcoming season. Host Wes Goldberg is joined by Yahoo Sports' Dan Devine to rank their top 10 offenses going into the 2024-25 season. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  0:00 Intro 5:30 Dallas Mavericks' Offensive Evolution 11:34 Charlotte Hornets' Potential Resurgence 21:31 Phoenix Suns' Offensive Transformation 28:32 Milwaukee Bucks' Offensive Strengths 31:44 Challenges and Opportunities for Phoenix Suns' Big Three 55:50 The Role of Shot Doctors in Player Development 1:04:55 Indiana Pacers' Offensive Potential 1:09:10 Boston Celtics' Strategic Depth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Wes Goldberg and Ben Golliver of the Washington Post are talking about Identity Changers -- New faces in new places who will change the way a team plays or how a specific unit functions. They discuss Klay Thompson with the Dallas Mavericks, changes to the Phoenix Suns, JJ Redick's impact on the Los Angeles Lakers and plenty of other new additions. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Danny Leroux, Kevin Pelton of ESPN and Seth Partnow of Penn Interactive go in-depth on the NBA's Pacific Division. They discuss how the Kings, Suns, Warriors, Lakers and Clippers fared in the off-season, including which teams improved and what moves stood out. The three also predict the season to come, including projected finish, breakout players and rookies they are most excited to see. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices