Seven Seconds Or More

After the conclusion of "one of the worst drafts ever," Peter and Duncan recap some of the highlights of the draft including number one overall pick Zaccharie Risacher, before giving their thoughts on the most likely future All-Stars from this year's class (0:00). They wrap up with discussion on New York's acquisition of Mikal Bridges and the Lakers' hiring of JJ Redick (39:30). Editor's note: Peter's microphone changes around the 43:00 mark – not sure why! Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

The Boston Celtics are once again at the mountaintop of the NBA! To celebrate, Peter welcomes on friends of the show and New Englanders Carson Laundry and Nick Gregg to chronicle the journey of the Tatum-Brown era and how they pulled off Game 5 before diving deeper into the niches of Celtics fandom. Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

The Boston Celtics lead the Dallas Mavericks 3-1 in the NBA Finals, but listening to us, you wouldn't think it! Peter and Garrett share their thoughts on why Dallas blew out Boston in Game 4, the adjustments Boston needs to make, and other observations through four games (0:00). They close out the show by giving their final thoughts on Dan Hurley's flirtation with the Lakers and picking perfect fits for Donovan Clingan and Stephon Castle in the NBA Draft (36:25). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

The NBA Finals are here! Peter and Duncan close out the conference finals by naming their All-Conference Finals Teams (0:00), before previewing Celtics-Mavericks, including intriguing matchups, standout stats, storylines to watch, and their series picks (21:40). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

After the conclusion of the conference semifinals and the onset of the conference finals, Peter and Duncan discuss Jaylen Brown's Game 1 heroics before shifting to the West to break down all things Wolves-Mavs including Rudy Gobert, Kyrie Irving, Jaden McDaniels, and more. They wrap up their segment by making their series picks and naming their All-Second Round Teams (0:00). Then Peter welcomes back resident Knicks fan Ben Upson to recap their season and what lies ahead in New York, before taking a closer look at the Pacers and Celtics (42:16). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

With every team in the Second Round having won a game, it can be hard to tell who to trust anymore. So, Garrett and Duncan take turns drafting the teams they have the most confidence in moving forward in the playoffs (14:15). They then announce their All-First Round Team selections alongside Peter (44:06), after he opens the show with a discussion of regular season awards and the latest in the coaching carousel (0:00). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

In lieu of an SSoM Playoff Preview, here's a special presentation of Throwback Staturday! Believe it or not – the NBA Playoffs are finally here! Peter, Carson, and Nick welcome on Knicks fan Josel Galendez to talk Jalen Brunson's standout season and the state of New York fandom (9:28), before they rattle through their playoff brackets, including Play-In and Finals picks (36:38). Before Josel joins, the crew starts by “Riding the Waveforms” (0:00). Other segments include the brand new “Nick's Knacks” (52:55), “X's, O's, Q's and A's” and the Stats Star of the Week (56:52). Throwback Staturday airs live at 4:00pm every Tuesday on 98.1 WQAQ and on wqaq.com.

Peter and Duncan preview what could end up being a historic race in the Western Conference Play-In Tournament (7:20), after a quick check-in on the state of the Charlotte Hornets (0:00). They then briefly look at the East and the looming threats of the Heat and 76ers (34:15), before debating on who should be the final member of the All-NBA First Team (42:00). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Garrett Collins is BACK to talk the Doc Rivers in Milwaukee experiment, the Brooklyn Nets, and Kenny Smith's commentary in "Full Court Press" (0:00) before he jumps into a new segment with Peter and Duncan: the Dunk Tank. Here, Garrett and Duncan pitch their ideas to revamp All-Star Weekend in a Shark Tank-esque way before Peter picks his winner (25:00). They wrap up the show with another "The Step Back," where they revisit some of the contract grades they handed out last offseason (56:00). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Another week in the NBA and we have a new MVP frontrunner! Peter and Duncan react to Joel Embiid's injury and how it will affect his postseason award eligibility and his 76ers (0:00). Then, they finish their All-Star Draft they started last episode by selecting the reserves (27:30), before bringing back trivia (40:35)! Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

It's the best time of the year: trade season, and All-Star season! Peter and Duncan catch up with everything that's happened over the last two weeks, including Pascal Siakam to Indiana, Terry Rozier to Miami, Doc Rivers to Milwaukee, and Joel Embiid's 70-point masterpiece (0:00). They then compare their All-Star reserve picks in the East and West (25:00) before putting their GM hats on by drafting All-Star teams (51:00). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Nearly halfway through the 2023-24 regular season, the top teams in the East and the West have started to separate themselves in the standings. In trade season spirit, Peter and Duncan assess what the top three teams in each conference need and talk through some fake trades, including with the: Minnesota Timberwolves (0:00) Boston Celtics (11:00) Milwaukee Bucks (21:00) Philadelphia 76ers (28:30) Oklahoma City Thunder (38:40) Denver Nuggets (47:20) They wrap up their first show of the new year with another "The Step Back" where they take a look back at their early season underachievers and overachievers (54:00). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

With just a couple days until Christmas, Peter and Duncan rank the watchability of all five Christmas Day games on a scale from 1-5 Jingle Hoops, including Bucks-Knicks, Warriors-Nuggets, Celtics-Lakers, 76ers-Heat, and Mavericks-Suns! They also guess the betting lines of all five games in the spirit of the Podfather, Bill Simmons. Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

One week after the Lakers won the first-ever In-Season Tournament, Peter and Duncan reflect on their win over the Pacers in addition to the tournament as a whole, including the group format, alternate courts, tiebreakers, and everything in-between (0:00). They then introduce a new segment called "The Step Back" in which they revisit old takes and take a second pass at them! This week, Peter and Duncan redraft their franchise cornerstones, which they last attempted in July 2022 (33:28). Lastly, they end the show with their League Pass Games of the Week (54:49). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

While it's still too early to make award predictions and project All-Star teams, it's a good a time as any to check in on the future of the league! Peter, Duncan, and Daniel take stock of the biggest standouts of the young season, including: Desmond Bane (6:50) Tyrese Maxey (14:43) Tyrese Haliburton (21:12) Alperen Şengün (27:12) LaMelo Ball (35:13) Scottie Barnes (42:39) They also forecast Zach LaVine's next team (0:00), give their thanks some of their favorite players (49:00), and go through this week's League Pass Games of the Week (56:32). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Nine days into the NBA season, and only two teams remain undefeated and one remains winless. Peter and Duncan rattle through the most overwhelming and underwhelming starts to the new year, including the Memphis Grizzlies, Milwaukee Bucks, Philadelphia 76ers, and New Orleans Pelicans (10:13). They start off with an early review of the Brandon Miller era in Charlotte with another edition of Buzz City Banter (0:00), and forecast the best games of the week not on cable in a new segment, League Pass Games of the Week (48:26). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Following last episode's Eastern Conference preview, Peter and Duncan finish the job with the West, starting with the Northwest (and the Mavericks, by mistake) (0:00), before heading to the Pacific (23:25) and the Southwest (44:53). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Just like late night TV, we are BACK after an extended hiatus! Before the show starts, Peter shares his immediate thoughts on Jrue Holiday to the Boston Celtics (0:00) before he joins Duncan to preview the Eastern Conference, starting with the Atlantic Division (3:12) before getting to the Central (43:49) and Southeast (1:08:55). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

In the depths of the NBA offseason, Seven Seconds Or More presents a special trivia episode! Peter plays host to players Duncan and Daniel, who compete in a multi-round competition to win the prestigious honor of a custom Instagram graphic (9:21). Other topics include the latest on Damian Lillard as well as Jaylen Brown's new contact (0:00), the winners of the offseason (47:02), and the incomparable Lionel Messi (51:00). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth some music via zapsplat

Strap in, because Peter and Daniel give their grades for (almost) every move made this offseason, including the biggest deals, smallest trades, and even minimum contracts (8:36). But first, they start with a Full-Court Press where they discuss the details of the soon-to-be-revealed In-Season Tournament (0:00), and if they like the constant shuffling of alternate jerseys across the league (6:39). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Peter and Duncan offer their (belated) thoughts on the 2023 NBA Draft, including if ESPN's coverage of Victor Wembanyama lived up to his hype (0:00), the Scoot Henderson/Brandon Miller news cycle and Shams Charania's involvement (16:23), before Duncan's view on the #2 overall pick in another Buzz City Banter (20:00). They wrap up their draft thoughts with Cam Whitmore and if teams will regret passing on him (29:04), and Jordan Hawkins' fit with the Pelicans (36:28). Other topics include Chris Paul to the Warriors (40:18), sleeper stars that could be on the move (46:56), and a special draft edition of It's a Numbers Game (49:44). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

In the wake of the Marcus Smart - Kristaps Porzingis trade, Garrett joins Peter on the show to mourn the trade of his favorite player (2:03). They discuss the holes on the Celtics roster in the absence of Smart, who they expect to step up, and possible next steps before finishing the show by talking Damian Lillard and where he'll play next season (24:38). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

The NBA offseason is in full gear already following the trade of Bradley Beal to the Phoenix Suns, and we're here to figure out where the rest of the pieces will lie. Peter, Duncan, and Daniel offer their final thoughts on the Nuggets beating the Heat to win their first championship (0:00), before the introduction of a new segment, Buzz City Banter, where Duncan airs his feelings on the status quo of the Charlotte Hornets (5:18). Then, the guys rattle through some of the biggest names of the offseason including Zion Williamson, Kyrie Irving, and Chris Paul to predict their next destination (15:07), before ending the show with another It's a Numbers Game (44:44). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Can the Miami Heat rally out of a 2-1 hole against the surging Denver Nuggets? Peter and Duncan try to answer that question and more, including Chris Paul's next team (2:16), the evergreen Jaylen Brown question (10:23), Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic as a duo (15:19) and trying to solve them (23:05), and what Miami needs offensively (30:58), especially from Jimmy Butler (35:51). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Following Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals, Peter shares his thoughts on the Celtics season and what to expect moving forward from the franchise (0:00). He then welcomes on Ben Upson to talk more Game 7 (5:15) before breaking down the rosters, matchups, and key figures to know ahead of Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and Denver Nuggets (23:37). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

In advance of Monday night's Game 7 in the Garden, Peter and Duncan catch up on how the Celtics dug themselves out of their 0-3 hole and what they need to do against the Miami Heat to make their second straight NBA Finals (0:00). They close the show with Seven Seconds Or More's debut of "It's A Numbers Game," where Duncan puts Peter's NBA Playoffs knowledge to the test (34:40). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

The Denver Nuggets have booked their trip to the NBA Finals, and the Miami Heat are right on their heels. Peter and Duncan discuss the biggest narratives around each team's (potential) run to the Finals (16:05), starting with the Nuggets before getting to Erik Spoelstra and the Heat. But first, they start the episode with another edition of Full-Court Press, where they discuss the Hornets' decision at #2 overall between Scoot Henderson and Brandon Miller (0:00) and the league-wide coaching carousel (10:55). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Playoff Jimmy is BACK, with his Miami Heat knocking off the title-favorite Milwaukee Bucks in only five games. Peter and Duncan discuss if Jimmy is the best postseason performer in the league and how far he can take the Heat (0:00), before analyzing the future of the Bucks' aging core around Giannis Antetokounmpo (12:20). They then break down the contenders in each conference and who they think can conceivably win the title (40:57), and wrap up the show with "exit interviews" for the teams eliminated so far (47:56). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

This year's First Round of the Playoffs has everything: technicals, suspensions, injuries, underdogs, you name it. As to not miss a beat, Peter and Duncan give their takeaways for every matchup, starting in the West (18:38) and finishing in the East (39:03). And in this episode's Full-Court Press, they cover Nick Nurse's future after the end of his Raptors tenure (2:09), Kevin Durant and Chris Paul's comments about Russell Westbrook and his legacy (6:10), and the possible musical chairs of Damian Lillard and James Harden this offseason (11:45). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

In their Dirk Nowitzki episode, Peter and Duncan debate the futures of Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and Jason Kidd following the Dallas Mavericks' collapse (15:05), along with UConn draft prospects (1:01), and possible solutions to load management (8:39) in another edition of Full-Court Press. They then take a look at the current Play-In Tournament matchups in the East and West, and rank them from least to most-compelling (24:23). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Can you believe it's been one year since our first episode? Well neither can we. In celebration, Peter welcomes back everyone who has been on the show so far, starting with Duncan and Daniel, who talk their current MVPs (0:34), minimum games needed for All-NBA selections (4:26), and the confusing Washington Wizards (13:48). Then, Husky fans Garrett Collins and Ryan Moreau join the show to discuss all things UConn in advance of the Final Four (25:10), along with Brandon Miller and the upcoming NBA Draft (44:47), and Garrett's thoughts on the Celtics (51:22). To wrap up the show, Sean Moore is back to talk Mikal Bridges and the Nets (58:25) before drafting the best vibes guys in the league (1:09:12). Thumbnail design: @designsbykmay Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

In a special one-man episode, Peter shares his thoughts on a historic MVP race between previous winners Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokic, and the man who's trying to claim his first trophy in Joel Embiid. He goes through each's claim to the award, along with his season-long shifts and what Embiid has done in his eyes to lead the pack as the season draws to a close. Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

As rosters stabilize heading into the stretch run of the regular season, Peter and Duncan do some early returns on some of the biggest names that moved at the trade deadline and after, including Mikal Bridges, Kyrie Irving, Russell Westbrook, Kevin Love, and more (12:35). Full-Court Press topics include Dame's 71-point performance and if anyone can break Wilt's 100 (4:01), and a full breakdown of potential Western Conference Play-In Tournament matchups (6:44). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

In the gap between All-Star Weekend and the second half of the season, SSoM examines what went wrong in Salt Lake City and what could be changed to increase the competitiveness (15:44). They then draft the biggest storylines moving forward, including the MVP race, tanking for Victor Wembanyama, and Russell Westbrook's fit with the Clippers (28:54). And as always, they start off the show with another edition of Full-Court Press (5:35). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

It's the most wonderful time of the year: NBA All-Star Weekend! Peter, Duncan, and Daniel give their takes on every competition of the weekend, including the Celebrity Game (18:36), Rising Stars Game (27:03), Skills Challenge (32:44), 3-Point Contest (38:30), and Dunk Contest (42:20), before Duncan and Daniel finish the SSoM All-Star Mock Draft (47:25). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

This year's Trade Deadline was one for the ages, with big names like Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and James Wiseman finding new homes. We gather our thoughts and discuss who we thought won the deadline, along with trying to forecast the impact of new additions and the push towards the top of the Western Conference. Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

If there's one thing we know how to do here at Seven Seconds Or More, it's putting on our fake GM hats and wheelin' and dealin' with the best of 'em. Peter, Duncan, and Daniel find new homes for Jae Crowder, OG Anunoby, and John Collins (14:16) before pivoting to another role of GMs: drafting. Dan takes the role of LeGM across Duncan as the Greek Freak as they draft the All-Star starters (37:05). And as always, we get our "take" on in another edition of Full-Court Press (1:47). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

While we are just weeks away from #tradeszn we are also deep into #injuryszn, so Peter, Duncan, and Daniel look at some of the hottest and coldest teams in the league and try to determine their future moves, including the Thunder (18:16), Pacers (31:05), and Suns (39:13). But of course, we would be remiss if we didn't talk about Shannon Sharpe taking on the entire Memphis Grizzlies (15:03), as well as a Lakers trade (2:12), and some All-Star drama (6:44). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

For those of you that are just getting into the NBA season, have no fear, for SSoM is here! Peter and Duncan go through each conference and recap how we got to where we are in the standings, as well as what to look out for moving forward towards the trade deadline and playoffs. Topics include: the injury-riddled West and where culture matters (3:07), the confusing Dallas Mavericks (10:32), the importance of having home court (16:45), the resilient Brooklyn Nets and slumping Miami Heat (26:06), the league's recent scoring explosion and Luka vs. Spida (42:26), the dramatic Atlanta Hawks (52:17), and more frustrations with how the WNBA is treated (59:25). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

As Seven Seconds Or More celebrates the end of its first calendar year, Peter takes you through seven of the podcast's best moments of the year, featuring topics such as Draymond Green's antics, show favorite J.J. Redick, and James Harden's superhero counterpart. See you in 2023! Auld Lang Syne: Chips 'N Cellos from YouTube Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

One of the biggest days of the season is here: NBA Christmas! Peter and Duncan break down the Xmas X-Factors for each team to win the winter holiday and power rank which ones you should watch (48:56), as well as a look at the Charlotte Hornets and the AD-less Lakers during Full-Court Press (1:34). Here are all the matchups in the order they will be played: 76ers at Knicks (13:42) Lakers at Mavericks (23:18) Bucks at Celtics (29:39) Grizzlies at Warriors (38:01) Suns at Nuggets (42:42) Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

It can be annoying constantly hearing about the Knicks and Lakers, so we decided to talk about them for an entire episode! (It sounds backwards, I know). Peter and Duncan discuss how Anthony Davis is keeping the Lakers afloat (17:31), before discussing the infirmary Clippers (30:08), the "definition of mid" Knicks (38:28), and the suddenly frisky Brooklyn Nets (47:50). And as always, they start the show by firing off takes with a Full-Court Press (2:28). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Well, we were going to do this episode a couple weeks ago, but things got in the way and now every podcast is talking about the MVP race. Now we join the list! After another Full-Court Press in which Peter and Duncan discuss the Kings, Pacers, 76ers, and Mavericks (1:11), they discuss the four front-runners for MVP, including: Jayson Tatum (12:23) Luka Doncic (21:11) Stephen Curry (32:12) Giannis Antetokounmpo (45:44) Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

With just under a week until Thanksgiving and Black Friday, SSoM takes a look at some of the hottest deals from this offseason and why they're succeeding in their new situations, including Dennis Smith Jr. (11:29), Goran Dragic (17:55), and Malik Monk (26:36). And in the spirit of Turkey Day, Peter, Duncan, and Daniel reflect on the players they're most thankful for this season (39:52). Other topics include Full-Court Press (1:38), the most miserable situations in the league (30:55), and the fall of Klay Thompson (34:10). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

Kyrie Irving is once again in the spotlight for the wrong reasons, and this time, he might be taking the Brooklyn Nets down with him. Resident person-who-owns-multiple-Nets-jerseys Sean Moore shares the "fan's" perspective on the recent actions by Irving and the Nets, joining Peter and Garrett (3:19). They end the show with a new rapid fire segment: Full-Court Press (37:05). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

To ring in the Halloween and NBA seasons, Peter and Daniel take a look at teams not living up to expectations, and if their starts could go on to haunt the rest of their seasons (1:19). The haunts continue when they go through the scariest three-man combos in the league so far (27:05), before wrapping the show with last week's poll and a look ahead. Editor's note: I don't know what happened with Peter's microphone, but it should be remedied by next episode! Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

In the last episode of SSoM before the start of the new season, Peter and Duncan wrap up their 2022-23 season preview by placing Western Conference teams in tiers based off contention, starting with Northwest Division (3:42), before heading to the Pacific (20:20) and Southwest (40:35). But first, they recap the latest charges against troubled Hornets guard and former UConn standout James Bouknight (0:19). Also, please sponsor us JJ and Cash App. Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

With the 2022-23 regular season rapidly approaching, Peter, Daniel, and Duncan try to make sense of all the teams in the East by putting them in tiers based off contention, starting with the Atlantic Division (3:42), before heading to the Central (20:35) and the Southeast (33:12). But first, they briefly talk about Victor Wembanyama's status as an all-time prospect (0:57). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

NBA 2K23 has been out for a couple weeks now, so SSoM co-host Duncan Edel takes on guest Sean Moore to see who can most accurately guess the attributes of a handful of players in the game (22:02). But first, they go over the Ime Udoka situation (1:05), Robert Sarver's next steps after announcing his intention to sell the Phoenix Suns and Mercury (8:50), and Bojan Bogdanovic to the Detroit Pistons (16:33). Side note: 2K, please sponsor us. Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

With a Woj bomb from the top rope, the news is official that Donovan Mitchell will be a Cleveland Cavalier. So, Peter and Daniel recorded an emergency SSoM breaking down the trade package (14:36), the upcoming FIFA World Cup (21:24), Cleveland's future (23:08) and yet another what-if for the Knicks (31:00). Other topics include Chet Holmgren's season-ending injury (1:40), a Paige Bueckers update (6:10), a big blow to the Celtics rotation (9:00), and whether Damian Lillard is a superstar or not (49:03). Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth

In the biggest drought of the NBA offseason, Peter and Duncan only make it through 18 minutes of basketball talk - including Phoenix's throwback jerseys (1:15), Jayson Tatum's injury reveal (6:33), and the end of the KD-news era (10:43) - before talking some pigskin. They discuss some of their under-the-radar picks for the upcoming fantasy football season and their NBA comparisons, namely: Michael Pittman Jr. (18:41) Hunter Renfrow (25:01) James Connor (30:17) David Njoku (35:42) Dan Devine on Gary Trent Jr. Link to all socials: https://linktr.ee/peterhowarth