The Dunker Spot

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. put a bow on the 2024-25 NBA season and react to the Kevin Durant (PHX/HOU) and Jrue Holiday (BOS/POR) trades. Then, the guys discuss the Jonquel Jones injury and its impact on the Liberty, react to the first All-Star voting returns, and bounce around the league with observations.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS0:29 -- Pacers-Thunder/general season thoughts35:00 -- Rockets trade for Kevin Durant53:00 -- Jrue Holiday/Anfernee Simons trade1:04:25 -- Other NBA news (Ime Udoka, Daniel Gafford, player/team option decisions)1:08:25 -- Jonquel Jones injury + standings cluster1:22:30 -- First All-Star returns1:31:05 -- Early All-Rookie team thoughts1:40:15 -- Salute to the bigs (Nneka Ogwumike, Shakira Austin, A'ja Wilson)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Seth Partnow -- former Director of Basketball Research for the Milwaukee Bucks, and author of "The Midrange Theory" -- to discuss the Thunder's Game 5 win and 3-2 series lead over the Pacers, the Desmond Bane trade, and give some background on Sports Business Classroom.Then, Steve and Nekias give their early thoughts on this year's WNBA All-Star starters -- and who else should be in the mix.Learn more about Sports Business Classroom: https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com/If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS0:00 -- Pacers-Thunder56:50 -- Magic trade for Desmond Bane1:17:20 -- Sports Business Classroom discussion1:31:04 -- WNBA news (Player of the Week, transaction news)1:31:43 -- Early All-Star thoughtsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down and discuss the Finals through three games -- how the Pacers established their 2-1 lead and the important battlegrounds yet to be fully won by either side -- then catch up on the news and rumor mill. Next, they check in on Commissioner's Cup play in the WNBA, bounce around with observations, and close with a discussion about the struggling Las Vegas Aces. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS0:36 -- Pacers-Thunder1:04:56 -- NBA News (Knicks & Cavs coaching searches, Kevin Durant update, injury news)1:18:10 -- WNBA news (Allie Quigley, signings/waivings ahead of Eurobasket, injury news)1:21:07 -- Commissioner's Cup update (Valkyries, Storm, Mercury)1:29:12 -- Aliyah Boston praise1:33:47 -- New York Liberty1:40:29 -- What's wrong with the Las Vegas Aces?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down and discuss this year's Finals matchup between the Thunder and Pacers, then bounce around the WNBA with observations from the weekend. WNBA Power Rankings referenced on the show: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25201381-wnba-power-rankings-aja-wilsons-aces-angel-reeses-sky-riseIf you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS1:45 -- Pacers-Thunder1:05:10 -- NBA News (Jazz, Suns, Kevin Durant update, Orlando Magic)1:12:50 -- WNBA news (Player of the Week, Fever & Mercury signings/waivings)1:18:20 -- Liberty & Lynx continue to dominate1:23:30 -- Atlanta Dream1:26:15 -- Phoenix Mercury1:27:25 -- Las Vegas Aces1:31:50 -- Seattle Storm 1:35:10 -- Washington Mystics1:38:45 -- Indiana Fever1:41:25 -- Chicago Sky1:44:00 — Golden State Valkyries1:46:15 -- Quick thoughts on the Sparks, Wings, and SunSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the Finals-bound Thunder and the Timberwolves for their run, discuss the Eastern Conference Finals, then bounce around the WNBA with observations from the week. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS0:40 -- Wolves-Thunder34:15 -- Pacers-Knicks56:25 -- NBA award thoughts (All-NBA)1:00:25 -- WNBA news (Player of the Week, Cleveland expansion team, Candace Parker)1:03:55 -- Lynx & Liberty off to hot starts1:13:40 -- Phoenix Mercury intrigue1:23:00 -- Seattle Storm 1:30:10 -- Atlanta Dream1:35:40 -- Indiana Fever1:40:40 -- Las Vegas Aces1:49:00 — Golden State Valkyries1:53:10 -- Washington Mystics1:57:10 -- Los Angeles Sparks1:59:25 -- Quick thoughts on the Wings, Sun, and SkySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss Game 1 of the Eastern (NYK-IND) and Western (MIN-OKC) Conference Finals, then give their early takeaways from the 2025 WNBA season. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS0:50 -- Pacers-Knicks46:24 -- Wolves-Thunder1:18:11 -- NBA award thoughts (MVP, All-Rookie)1:26:49 -- WNBA section, starting with news (Liberty, Rickea Jackson)1:29:39 -- Aces/Liberty thoughts1:43:05 -- Minnesota Lynx1:46:23 -- Phoenix Mercury1:50:14 -- Atlanta Dream1:52:50 -- Washington Mystics1:57:03 -- Los Angeles Sparks1:59:21 -- Nekias bounces around (Sky/Fever notes, Paige Bueckers, Sun, Storm and more)2:08:21 — NBA All-Defense reactionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the 2025 WNBA season: what they're excited about, what they have questions about, and potential lineups they want to see from each team.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS0:45 -- WNBA news2:20 -- New York Liberty9:35 -- Minnesota Lynx19:30 -- Connecticut Sun26:10 — Las Vegas Aces34:45 — Seattle Storm43:15 — Indiana Fever51:50 — Phoenix Mercury59:00 — Atlanta Dream01:05:53 — Washington Mystics1:13:20 — Chicago Sky1:20:25 — Dallas Wings1:25:40 — Los Angeles Sparks1:32:15 — Golden State ValkyriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss what they've seen in the DEN-OKC and NYK-BOS series, then look ahead to potential matchups in the Conference Finals. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS1:08 -- Knicks-Celtics16:08 -- Nuggets-Thunder30:15 -- Early Wolves-Thunder thoughts40:56 -- Early Nuggets-Wolves thoughts53:50 — Early Pacers-Knicks thoughts 1:07:00 — Early Pacers-Celtics thoughtsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the first two games of the NBA semifinals, catch up on the latest news, then give their early WNBA preseason thoughts.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS2:00 -- Pacers-Cavs22:09 -- Nuggets-Thunder47:53 -- Knicks-Celtics1:26:12 -- Warriors-Wolves1:44:13 -- (W)NBA news (NBA awards, Fred VanVleet, Jordin Canada)1:49:00 -- WNBA preseason takeaways (ATL, CHI, IND, LVA, PHX and more)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the Eastern Conference semifinals (IND-CLE, NYK-BOS), and react to the recent action in the West (GSW-HOU, LAC-DEN). Then, they look ahead to potential close-out games, give early Western Conference semifinals thoughts and catch up on the latest news.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS1:36 -- Pacers-Cavs40:52 -- Knicks-Celtics1:12:50 -- Warriors-Rockets1:27:41 -- Clippers-Nuggets1:39:49 -- If we get Nuggets-Thunder1:52:23 -- If we get Clippers-Thunder1:57:36 -- If we get Wolves-Rockets2:04:19 -- If we get Warriors-Wolves2:14:44 -- (W)NBA News (Gregg Popovich, NBA awards, WNBA injuries)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down what they've seen in the opening games of the first round, and discuss potential adjustments we may see moving forward.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS1:16 -- Pistons-Knicks26:31 -- Grizzlies-Thunder43:54 -- Clippers-Nuggets1:02:00 -- Magic-Celtics1:14:02 -- Bucks-Pacers1:29:07 -- Wolves-Lakers1:47:06 -- Heat-Cavs2:02:24 -- Warriors-Rockets2:15:24 -- (W)NBA NewsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the upcoming play-in games, then talk through every (potential) series ahead of what should be an electric NBA postseason.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS1:37 -- Heat-Hawks13:11 -- Mavs-Grizzlies30:51 -- Cavs vs Heat/Hawks37:07 -- Thunder vs Mavs/Grizzlies42:22 -- Magic-Celtics57:51 -- Warriors-Rockets1:23:23 -- Pistons-Knicks1:47:10 -- Wolves-Lakers2:11:59 -- Bucks-Pacers (pre-Damian Lillard update)2:27:51 -- Clippers-NuggetsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the UConn Huskies, bounce around the NBA with observations, play a new game, then do one final awards check-in as the regular season comes to a close.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS0:51 -- UConn (and South Carolina) shoutout5:30 -- Nekias is conflicted (MIL, LAC)22:40 -- Whose fanbase is happy?44:45 -- Award check-in, starting with MVP56:29 -- All-NBA teams1:04:37 -- Defensive awards (DPOY, All-Defense)1:13:16 -- Rookie awards (ROY, All-Rookie)1:33:03-- Sixth Man of the Year1:37:01 -- Most Improved Player1:40:41 -- Coach of the Year1:43:28 -- Clutch Player of the Year1:44:47 -- (W)NBA news (Elena Delle Donne, '25 HOF class, Blazers, Sixers)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the NBA with observations, catch up on the latest news, then answer a pair of questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS0:52 -- Grizzlies fire Taylor Jenkins 25:14 -- A quick Raptors/Wizards salute32:13 -- OG Anunoby's recent run34:11 -- Is the MIP in LA?36:33 -- The Heat can't miss41:46 -- Knicks figuring things out43:10 -- (W)NBA News (Jordan Goodwin, LaMelo Ball, Gary Payton II, Breanna Stewart)45:48 -- Mailbag, starting with a fandom question58:11 -- Why are there so many "unders" in college?1:03:32 -- Comparing past rookie seasons to this year's ROY race1:10:43 -- A name-branching update1:13:51 -- Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the NBA with observations, catch up on the latest news, then answer a pair of questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS2:05 -- Here come the Magic 21:11 -- Trust/temperature check for six defenses (NYK, DET, IND, LAL, MEM, DEN)1:04:55 -- Potential swings in the DPOY/ROY races1:15:52 -- Fun at the bottom (TOR, UTA, WAS)1:21:05 -- NBA news (Damian Lillard, Brandon Clarke, Celtics sale)1:23:10 -- WNBA news (Marine Johannes, Chicago Sky)1:27:32 -- Mailbag, starting with a Grit n Grind Grizzlies comp1:33:07 -- Best name-branch players1:37:21 -- Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the NBA with observations and catch up on the latest news. Then, the guys put a bow on the inaugural season of Unrivaled before answering questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS1:20 -- Nekias' observations (GSW, HOU, MIP race)29:03 -- Steve's observations (CLE, fun of March hoops)40:43 -- NBA news (Paul George, De'Aaron Fox, Trey Murphy III)42:48 -- Liberty trade for Natasha Cloud51:28 -- Unrivaled Wrap-up01:14:44 -- Mailbag, starting with a question on player value 01:20:12 -- The impact and future of WNBA games in non-WNBA cities01:23:36 -- Great defenders on not-great defenses01:37:09 -- Love for the Pistons & a (defensive) 6th Man question01:42:31 -- How to build around Zion WilliamsonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the NBA with observations and discuss their most important (or confusing) players to watch for the rest of the season. Then, Nekias reveals his Unrivaled end of season awards media ballot.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS1:41 -- SGA v Jokic16:35 -- Julius Randle's playmaking25:10 -- East Play-in picture55:04 -- Most Important/Confusing Players (Ja Morant, James Harden, Jonathan Kuminga and more)1:27:57 -- NBA news (Injury updates, standard/two-way/10-day signings)1:30:51 -- Unrivaled news + ballot revealsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the NBA with observations and catch up on the latest news. Then, they're joined by the great Seerat Sohi (The Ringer/The Ringer WNBA show) for a WNBA -- and JuJu Watkins -- conversation.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS1:12 -- Nekias acknowledges Steve11:23 -- What's caught Nekias' eye (Lakers, Quentin Grimes, Wolves, Killian Hayes)37:49 -- Steve bounces around (joy of the playoff push, MEM/HOU/DET and more)48:28 -- NBA news (Joel Embiid, Jalen Suggs, new standard deals)52:53 -- Seerat Sohi joins, starting with JuJu Watkins1:05:53 -- Sky/Mystics trade featuring Ariel Atkins/#3 pick1:36:02 -- Way Too Early WNBA award discussion2:02:58 -- WNBA tiers 2:18:50 -- Unrivaled newsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, then take stock of the best teams in the NBA.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS1:44 -- NBA news (Joel Embiid, Spurs)8:02 -- Taking stock of the playoff picture20:31 -- Cleveland Cavaliers36:20 -- Boston Celtics46:31 -- New York Knicks57:39 -- Milwaukee Bucks1:11:04 -- Indiana Pacers1:20:53 -- Oklahoma City Thunder1:34:17 -- Memphis Grizzlies1:44:53 -- Denver Nuggets1:54:00 -- Los Angeles Lakers2:04:40 -- Houston Rockets2:06:19 -- DarkhorsesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their All-Star thoughts, take stock of the award races as we enter the post-All-Star stretch, then catch up on the latest WNBA/Unrivaled news.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS2:19 -- Thoughts on All-Star Weekend26:10 -- NBA news (Bobby Portis, Javonte Green, Lonnie Walker, 10-day contracts)33:23 -- MVP discussion55:31 -- All-NBA1:10:28 -- DPOY + All-Defense1:22:28 -- Rookie Awards1:28:27 -- 6th Man of the Year1:34:03 -- Most Improved Player1:37:00 -- Coach of the Year1:39:06 -- Clutch Player of the Year1:41:34 -- WNBA news (Storm/Sparks trade, Bri Turner, Kiki Herbert Harrigan)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest (W)NBA news, preview All-Star weekend and Unrivaled 1v1 action, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS2:51 -- NBA news (Brandon Ingram, Alex Len, Markelle Fultz and more)6:57 -- NBA All-Star weekend14:45 -- WNBA news (Storm, Sparks)20:45 -- Unrivaled discussion38:51 -- Mailbag, starting with a spacing discussion49:18 -- Is it more important for bigs to develop their three-point shot or ball-handling?53:49 -- How good is Toumani Camara?1:05:34 -- A potential "fix" for late-season tanking1:11:52 -- Will the NBA encourage more Luka-level mega trades?1:18:42 -- How do the Lakers stack up against the top of the West?1:23:16 -- Is there hope for the Connecticut Sun?1:31:50 -- Our hypothetical All-Unrivaled teamsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their early impressions on some recently traded players in their new spots, catch up on the latest NBA news, then talk about the Aces' interesting offseason.To check out the NBA Trade Deadline live stream referenced on the pod, you can do so here: https://www.youtube.com/live/E-dN_9HMR0w?si=ycbM-sa5F_CXPrTM&t=12208To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS2:59 -- Luka Doncic debut17:52 -- Anthony Davis + Max Christie33:06 -- Jimmy Butler46:30 -- Andrew Wiggins, Davion Mitchell, Kyle Anderson55:03 -- Kyle Kuzma1:06:24 -- De'Andre Hunter1:17:34 -- Other debut thoughts (De'Aaron Fox, Jonas Valanciunas and more)1:25:56 -- NBA News (Lakers/Hornets trade, Ben Simmons, center movement, All-Star updates)1:40:12 -- WNBA news (Storm, Fever, Valkyries)1:49:57 -- What's up with the Aces?2:00:57 -- Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. "quickly" bounce around the league with observations, then discuss all of the recent NBA & WNBA player movement. Mega trades and signings galore!To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS0:31 -- Pre-trade talk shoutouts (Aaron Wiggins, Raptors defense, Magic thoughts and more)16:40 -- Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade59:00 -- De'Aaron Fox/Zach LaVine trade1:16:23 -- Other deals (Thunder-Hornets, Jazz-Clippers)1:23:53 -- Alyssa Thomas/Satou Sabally mega trade1:51:51 -- Sky-Sun trade1:55:27 -- Other free agency moves (DeWanna Bonner, Tina Charles, Myisha Hines-Allen and more)2:04:17 -- Nekias reveals 1v1 media ballot2:16:36 -- Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the De'Aaron Fox trade request, react to the latest All-Star news, then dig into the latest WNBA and Unrivaled news.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn31:00 -- De'Aaron Fox wants out18:00 -- All-Star reserve thoughts38:50 -- Rising Stars roster reveal47:30 -- Alyssa Thomas traded to the Mercury58:40 -- Atlanta Dream making moves (Brittney Griner, Bri Jones, Shatori Walker-Kimbrough)1:13:30 -- Natasha Howard to the Fever (and Kelsey Mitchell's back)1:19:55 -- Courtney Vandersloot to the Sky1:26:30 -- Monique Billings to the Valkyries1:28:15 -- Unrivaled 1v1 competition1:34:30 -- Unrivaled recap/previewSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with observations, give their All-Star reserve predictions, then break down the Kelsey Plum/Jewell Loyd blockbuster trade.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS0:45 -- Memphis Grizzlies15:45 -- Cleveland Cavaliers23:15 -- Checking the Worry Meter36:00 -- Quick Hornets shoutout38:45 -- All-Star reserve predictions52:30 -- Kelsey Plum/Jewell Loyd blockbuster trade1:14:30 -- Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest news and rumors around the (W)NBA, recap and preview Unrivaled action, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS1:44 -- All-Star news (Starters announced, ballot thoughts, All-Star weekend)14:59 -- Other NBA news (Suns/Jazz trade, injury news)21:28 -- WNBA free agency (Brittney Griner, Courtney Vandersloot, Jewell/Plum, Shatori Walker-Kimbrough)42:36 -- Unrivaled deep dive (how to evaluate, takeaways, Nekias' weekly power rankings)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with observations, react to the latest All-Star returns, break down the Suns/Hornets trade, then give their opening weekend thoughts on Unrivaled.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS0:45 -- Here come the Clippers11:00 -- How good are the Hawks?18:15 -- Quick Bucks shoutout22:00 -- Heat sizing up?29:00 -- Hoping for a Nic Claxton bounceback31:30 -- Steve's Player Shoutouts (Jamal Murray, Jalen Green, Scoot Henderson)35:00 -- Is This Real?44:45 -- Nick Richards to the Suns53:15 -- Final All-Star returns56:00 -- WNBA news (Core news, Chennedy Carter)59:15 -- Early Unrivaled takeaways1:07:00 -- Comment(s) of the Week + Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by the great Caitlin Cooper (Basketball, She Wrote) to discuss the red-hot Indiana Pacers. We discuss the offense (and Tyrese Haliburton) returning to form, a suddenly-elite defense spearheaded by Andrew Nembhard, important growth from the young pieces and more.To subscribe to Caitlin's patreon, you can do so here: https://www.patreon.com/basketballshewroteTo send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with observations, react to the latest All-Star returns, then give their early thoughts on this year's defensive award races.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS3:15 -- Here come the Pacers14:45 -- Heat's youth showing up19:00 -- Anthony Edwards' shifting context25:30 -- Quick Collin Sexton shoutout29:30 -- Steve bounces around (NY, DET, DEN, SAC and more)35:00 -- Second All-Star returns43:30 -- WNBA news (Satou Sabally, Kelsey Plum cored)47:15 -- Defensive Player of the Year1:00:20 -- All-Defensive teams1:09:30 -- Comment(s) of the Week + Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. reflect on an awesome Cavs-Thunder game, discuss potential landing spots for star free agent Satou Sabally, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS0:45 -- Cavs-Thunder23:15 -- Satou Sabally landing spots35:00 -- Mailbag, starting with floater talk49:45 -- What's going on with Bam Adebayo's offense?1:01:15 -- How important is stadium atmosphere?1:05:30 -- Shoe impact in the 80s & 90s1:11:15 -- This season: LeBron James or Jalen Williams?1:15:30 -- What the Hawks miss with Jalen Johnson1:17:45 -- Are we worried about bigs "guarding" Stephon Castle?1:20:30 -- Thoughts on the Grizzlies offense1:26:00 -- How to dive deeper into basketball + (youth) coaching advice1:31:15 -- Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the latest in the Jimmy Butler/Miami Heat saga, check in on the Phoenix Suns in light of their lineup changes, react to the first returns in All-Star voting, then give a few more award thoughts.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS1:15 -- Jimmy Butler fall-out23:30 -- What's going on with the Suns?36:30 -- First All-Star returns53:30 -- Sixth Man of the Year thoughts1:01:15 -- Coach of the Year1:03:00 -- Most Improved Player1:08:15 -- Clutch Player of the Year1:11:30 -- Comment of the Week + Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan is joined by Justin Rowan and Carter Rodriguez (The Chase Down Podcast) to talk all things Cleveland Cavaliers. They dig deep into their historic offense, growth from the stars, postseason worries and much more.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the latest Lakers-Nets trade, discuss the Kings firing Mike Brown, and give their early thoughts on this year's MVP and All-NBA races.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS1:15 -- Lakers/Nets trade13:45 -- Kings fire Mike Brown33:30 -- Steve's Random Tidbits (Cavs, Thunder, Celtics and more)39:30 -- Early MVP thoughts49:30 -- Early All-NBA thoughts57:00 -- Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their early All-Star thoughts, then preview this year's Christmas Day slate.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS1:30 -- West All-Star discussion19:30 -- East All-Star discussion33:15 -- Spurs-Knicks42:15 -- Wolves-Mavs49:30 -- Sixers-Celtics57:00 -- Lakers-Warriors1:04:30 -- Nuggets-Suns1:11:45 -- Closing Christmas schedule thoughts1:16:30 -- News updates (Alex Caruso, Landry Shamet, Mo Wagner)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the Bucks' NBA Cup win over the Thunder, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS0:30 -- Bucks-Thunder26:45 -- Mailbag, beginning with a question on contenders38:30 -- Quick Zach LaVine-to-Denver thoughts43:45 -- Back to the mailbag, breaking down Houston's (All)Defensive chops55:30 -- Evaluating Scoot Henderson1:02:30 -- Best shooter in a post-Steph NBA1:11:15 -- Unrivaled 1v1 sleeper picks1:15:15 -- Exploring the Dream's center options this offseason1:18:45 -- WNBA Ethical All-Stars1:24:00 -- NBA "Naw" Stars 1:33:15 -- Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the NBA Cup semifinals, preview the finals matchup between the Bucks and Thunder action, give their thoughts on the Dennis Schröder trade and more.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS1:15 -- Hawks-Bucks10:15 -- Rockets-Thunder17:45 -- Bucks-Thunder35:45 -- Warriors trade for Dennis Schröder46:45 -- Pacers trade for Thomas Bryant49:15 -- Player Shoutouts58:45 -- YouTube shoutout + Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the NBA Cup quarterfinals, preview the semifinals, catch up on the latest WNBA news and answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS1:00 -- Magic-Bucks12:30 -- Hawks-Knicks28:15 -- Hawks-Bucks preview38:45 -- Mavs-Thunder50:30 -- Warriors-Rockets1:00:45 -- Rockets-Thunder preview1:09:45 -- Golden State Valkyries1:16:45 -- Jewell Loyd's trade request1:24:30 -- Mailbag, starting with the Knicks vs switching1:31:30 -- Julian Strawther thoughts1:37:30 -- Favorite non-traditional initiators1:43:15 -- Best defenders without elite athleticism1:48:30 -- Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview this week's NBA Cup action, salute the Miami Heat, and roll through a few Free Throws.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS1:30 -- Magic-Bucks12:00 -- Mavs-Thunder27:15 -- Hawks-Knicks42:00 -- Rockets-Warriors52:45 -- Miami Heat1:08:30 -- Nikola Jokic & Jakob Poeltl love1:11:30 -- YouTube shoutout + Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Sam Vecenie (The Athletic, Game Theory Podcast) to discuss his scouting process and evolution throughout the years, as well as a few notable rookies from this year's class.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS1:00 -- Scouting process + evolution12:45 -- Zaccharie Risacher (ATL)25:30 -- Alex Sarr (WAS)35:45 -- Stephon Castle (SA)41:15 -- Donovan Clingan (POR)49:00 -- Jared McCain (PHI)57:00 -- Yves Missi (NOP)1:00:15 -- Kyle Filipowski (UTA)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with their observations from the week, then cap things off with Free Throws.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS1:00 -- Dallas Mavericks17:45 -- Milwaukee Bucks22:45 -- Memphis Grizzlies28:45 -- Sacramento Kings38:00 -- What's happening with Brandon Ingram?42:15 -- Steve's temperature check (BKN, IND, MIL)43:45 -- Player shoutouts51:45 -- News (Jae Crowder, injury news, WNBA Expansion draft)52:45 -- Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are once again joined by Chicago Sky head coach Tyler Marsh to discuss his new role, philosophy, his vision for Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso, and a little wrestling.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with their observations from the week, then cap things off with Free Throws.To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotIf you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3TIME STAMPS1:00 -- Boston Celtics5:00 -- Denver Nuggets8:00 -- Orlando Magic22:15 -- Los Angeles Clippers29:30 -- Nekias' Carousel of Confusion (NO, PHI, Tyrese Haliburton, Trae Young, UTA)39:45 -- Steve's temperature check (NY, MIA, MIL)43:00 -- Player shoutouts52:30 -- Free ThrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.