Join Zak, Connor, and Alex as they give you weekly updates in the NBA. See who's the hottest player, which team hit nothing but bricks, and who will be crowned NBA champions. Be sure to follow us on social media for more updates.
In our season finale, we got you covered between our draft recap, free agency predictions and everything in between. Did Orlando make the right call? Which teams really screwed up and which ones hit gold? Who will be suiting up for a new team and who will be staying put? We got that and more in our season finale of The Throwdown! If you are feeling down about yourself, take some time to get help: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline If you are feeling suicidal, please call the national suicide hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ for more info Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
The Golden State Warriors are back on top! We discuss how the Warriors beat the Celtics in the NBA Finals, some stats about Steph Curry becoming Finals MVP, and Fun Facts about the Warriors' latest win. We also go over some mock drafts and answer some final questions about the NBA Draft. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network.
In this week's episode, we go over what the Warriors and Celtics need to do in order to win the NBA Finals; including who needs to step up for their team. We also continue our look at the off-season with discussions about the draft and free agency looming. Who goes where and what team is heading for a massive rebuild? We answer that and more in this week's episode. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
In this week's episode, we start our NBA draft coverage. Does any team trade out of the top 5? Who might slide out of the top 10? We answer these questions and more. We also cover the NBA Finals, some big expansion rumors, and LeBron James becoming the first active billionaire in league history. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network.
We got the full cast back as we get ready for the NBA Finals. Who walks away champions? The Celtics or Warriors? We answer that question and the paths each team will need to take to get there. We also conclude our what went wrong series and discuss the All NBA teams and the leagues' reaction to the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Zak and Alex are on this week's episode talking about all sorts of NBA Post-Season action. Are the Heat good enough to slow down the Celtics? Can the Warriors close out against the Mavericks? We answer that and more! Also, we bring back our 3rd installment of the “What Went Wrong” series and discuss the NBA lottery drawings. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network.
The Grizzlies were hot all season long. Meanwhile, the Warriors are finally looking like their old selves. Experience always seems to win in the end. Zak has your recap for this series. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network.
This series was intense, to say the least. The 76ers started off slow without Joel Embiid and both teams had bad shooting nights. Zak has your recap. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network.
We've made it to the conference finals. With 4 teams left, we got a lot of questions about each team remaining. Will an old dynasty win out? Are the Heat legit? Will young stars win the day? We talk about this and more. Also, Nikola Jokic is your back-to-back MVP and another installment of the What Went Wrong series featuring the Utah Jazz and the Chicago Bulls. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
The Grizzlies and the Timberwolves are two of the youngest squads to be in the NBA playoffs. And their series was one of the best. Connor and Alex have your recap. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network.
We discuss the big question for a couple of teams, what went wrong this season? We put the Brooklyn Nets and the Denver Nuggets under the microscope and take a dive into what they need to do to change the narrative. We also talk about round 2 of the NBA playoffs and more basketball news. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
The Mavericks start the series without Luka Doncic. The Jazz are looking to prove their worth and advance to round 2. Who wins out? Zak has your recap. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network.
The 76ers face the Raptors in what would be a redemption series for Joel Embiid and others on the team. With some back and forth between the two, it became one of the most interesting series in round 1. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network.
The Suns, the best record in the NBA, take on the Pelicans, the worst record out of all the playoff teams. But don't let the records fool you, the Suns had a good scare by the NOLA squad. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network.
The Warriors get Steph Curry back in time for their series against the Nuggets. Golden State bringing the nostalgia and looks like their old selves. The Nuggets struggled despite Jokic playing at an MVP level. Zak breaks it down for you in this mini-episode. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network.
The Bucks and Bulls series wrapped up as Milwaukee moves onto round 2. The Bulls were not themselves in this series after what looked like a promising post-season. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network.
The Heat move on to round 2 of the NBA Playoffs while the Hawks are left with an underwhelming postseason run. Zak has you covered for your series recap. Be sure to listen to the weekly episode for a more in-depth analysis of this series. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram
Our first series of round 1 comes to a close with the Nets being the only team swept in round 1. Connor and Alex discuss what went wrong for Brooklyn and how the Celtics are looking like real title contenders. Be sure to listen to the weekly episode for a more in-depth analysis of this series. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram
Round 1 is heating up and we are seeing some impressive basketball. Who needs to panic and who is comfortable where they are? We answer those questions and more. We also discuss Jerry West and the HBO series ‘Winning Time' as well as a fun recap of our regular season weekly matchups. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
We got your play-in tournament recap with in-depth analysis from Zak, Alex, and Dan. Did all the right teams make it into the playoffs? Should the NBA keep the play-in tournament long-term or even permanently? We answer these questions and more. We also made our picks for round 1 and who will be in the finals this year. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Welcome to the first mini-episode! In these shorter episodes, we are going to recap series that end, giving you the scores and stats so you can stay up to date. One episode 1 we are recapping the scores from the play-in tournament. Who moves on and who goes home? We answer that and more. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network.
Welcome to post-season NBA! We have a lot of exciting games going on both in the playoffs and the play-in tournament. Who will make it to the 7th and 8th seeds? Which team is being slept on? Who makes an early exit? We answer all of this and more in this week's episode. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
The regular season wraps up this week and there is still a lot of seeding left undecided. Who will be the number 1 seed in the East? Will Boston finish strong? Will Miami falter? Can Paul George help get the Clippers over the hump? We answer these and more in this final week of the regular season. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Less than 10 games to go in the NBA and we got some tight races for the playoffs and the scorer's title. Who will walk away with the 10th seed in the play-in tournament? Who will avoid the play-in tournament? And Who will be this year's top scorer? We answer all that in this week's episode. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
As the regular season draws closer to an end, we talk about who are the real front runners for MVP and who the pretenders are. Can Embiid get his first MVP? Or will Jokic or Giannis claim another one? We also discuss the Rookie of the Year race, cover our weekly NBA Match-Ups and the latest basketball news. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
The playoffs are looming for the NBA. Who do we have at the number 1 seeds? Who is a dark horse contender? And who do we have making a 1st round bye? We answer those questions and more. We also talk about which fictional characters would make it in the NBA as well as your weekly matchups. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Charles Oakley made some jabs at Giannis Antetokounmpo this past week. We discuss if the Greek Freak could play during the 90s (if not him, then who else). We also get ready for March Madness by talking about some of our favorite memories such as: Most Memorable Upset, favorite Cinderella Run, and more. We also got the biggest basketball stories and weekly matchups. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
ESPN ranked the NBA All-Time 75 list. We decided to go through and give our most overrated, underrated, and what we thought of the top 10. We also do our post All-Star Weekend outlook and your weekly matchups. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Zak and Connor give you your mid-season review for the best teams, worst teams, and more surprising teams so far in the NBA season. See who we have down as one of the worst and disappointing teams of the season. We also go over injury reports and take a trip down memory lane and remember All-Star Weekends of the past. We also got your week 19 match-ups. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
The trade deadline has come and gone, and it was a busy one. We break down and review all of the trades that happened leading up to the trade deadline including Harden to the 76ers, Haliburton to the Pacers, Sabonis to the Kings, and more. We also pick the winners of All-Star weekend and give you your weekly matchups. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
It's the last few days before the NBA trade deadline. Who will be moved? Who will stay put? Which teams need to make a move? Which team needs to trade out assets? We answer all of these questions as the clock strikes midnight on the trade deadline. We also talk about the latest NBA news and do our own draft for the Rising Stars Challenge. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Zak and Connor witnessed NBA history. The guys talk about the amazing comeback done by the Los Angeles Clippers against the Washington Wizards. We discuss what it's like to go to an NBA game and what it was like to see it live. We also talk about NBA trade rumors as the trade deadline looms. Who makes a move? Who stays put? We answer that and more. We also have your weekly match-ups and your biggest NBA news. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Is the era of the big three in the NBA dead? Are we seeing a new age of basketball? We asked these questions to Zak, Connor, and Alex for their input. We also talk about the passing of Lusia Harris, Frank Vogel's job, why the refs have been dropping the ball, and your week 15 match-ups. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Should Ben Simmons and Tobias Harris be combined for a trade package? Should the Pistons move Jeramni Grant away? Who will start a new hot streak? We answer all these questions and more in today's episode. We also discuss Klay Thompson's return to the NBA, more injuries and our week 14 match-ups. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
The guys are back from their holiday break. How well did they do for 3 weeks' worth of matchups? You'll have to listen to find out. We also discuss our rookies of the month, All-Star predictions for the starters and our week 13 matchups. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
It's Christmas week for the NBA! We are doing 3 weeks of matchups covering you all the way into the new year. Who's ready for some weekly matchups? Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Up on a Housetop by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4571-up-on-a-housetop License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Will the Indiana Pacers have a fire sale and trade away guys like Sabonis and Turner? Is Portland ready to move on from Lillard to appeal to a new GM? Or is Lillard still the man? We also talk about a massive COVID outbreak in the league, the Bill Russell memorabilia auction, and your weekly matchups. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Is the Kemba Walker show moving out of New York? Will the Knicks bring in someone else? We answer these questions and more about the Walker situation. We also go over our picks for the monthly awards, an update about the Portland investigation, and the punishment for the Bulls and Heat for tampering. We also have your weekly matchups as well. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Which conference is the best conference: Eastern vs Western? Who has been the most surprising team so far this year? We debate all of this on this week's episode. We also discuss Luke Walton being fired, Collin Sexton's season-ending surgery, and LeBron James being on a bad roll. We also have your week 6 and 7 matchups. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Is Golden State the best NBA team right now? We take a deep dive into their season so far. We also discuss Paolo Banchero, crypto dot com arena, and Dirk Nowitzki #41 being retired with the Dallas Mavericks. We go over your weekly matchups, including Thanksgiving day. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
The Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls could be in serious trouble with the NBA. Did they break the tampering rules? We also talk about the Jokic fight and what should happen with Marvin Bagley in Sacramento. Also, who wins in a boxing match: A former NFL player or NBA player? We discuss the Frank Gore vs Deron Williams fight coming up in December. We also have your weekly matchups. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. Check out Alex and Connor's appearance on the Sports Insanity Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4GgPI0LsB3NY704gZDp09v *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
There's trouble brewing in Boston. After Marcus Smart's comments about not “passing the ball”, is it time to change up the lineup? Should Smart leave or Jaylen Brown? We also discuss two ongoing investigations involving the Suns and Trail Blazers. Scottie Pippen takes aim at his former teammate, Michael Jordan and we put on our thinking caps as we try to make plausible early season trades. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
As we get deeper into the season, we look at which teams are red hot or ice cold. We also look at which rookies are making the most noise in the NBA right now. And don't forget our weekly matchups and who we think will win. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Week 1 is almost in the books! We go over our picks from last episode and see who got the most right. Also, we discuss the NBA's all 75 list as well as which old school players we think would thrive in today's game. We also discuss the WNBA champions, Chicago Sky, and cover Ben Simmons' suspension. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Welcome to the opening week! We got you covered with predictions in the first week of the regular season as well as choosing our winners for the season awards. See who gets the most matchups right. We also discuss how Kyrie Irving and Ben Simmons may affect CBA and NBPA negotiations and an update on the WNBA finals. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license *Show note: Congrats to the Chicago Sky for winning the WNBA finals. At the time of recording, there was no WNBA winner. Next episode we will talk about Chicago and how they got another championship.*
The 75th season of the NBA is almost here! Zak, Connor, and Alex talk about what the league has in store for this special anniversary; including answering some trivia about who the 3 OG teams are. They also make predictions for the Eastern and Western Conference standings, discuss the WNBA Finals between the Phoenix Mercury and Chicago Sky, and go over the career of the great Pau Gasol. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Preseason games are underway, but that does not mean it's smooth sailing for everyone. Zak, Connor, and Alex go over the unvaccinated squad and how much longer Ben Simmons will hold out. We also talk about which teams need to hit the ground running and who can take some time to develop. And lastly, which city without an NBA team deserves one, we all weigh in. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. *Credits* Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license *Show Note: At the time of this recording, Andrew Wiggins was unvaccinated. He has confirmed he is now vaccinated.*
Welcome to the premiere episode of The Throwdown! We got you covered on all your NBA news and hot takes you'll only hear with us. This week we have Zak, Connor, and Danny Boy Reginald getting you ready for the NBA season with a look at training camp and the biggest stories heading in. We also recap last season from the NBA Finals all the way to Summer League and tell you what teams to look out for this season. Be sure to follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit https://thesportsinsanitynetwork.com/ for more about the show and the network. Credits Disco con Tutti by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3654-disco-con-tutti License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
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