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Welcome to The Glue Guys, a Brooklyn Nets podcast from The Athletic brought to you by Mike Smeltz and Brian Egan focusing on all things Brooklyn Nets and the NBA. The show began when KG and Paul Pierce were still Nets... and somehow The Glue Guys have survived along with the Nets fan base

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    • Nov 29, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 47m AVG DURATION
    • 437 EPISODES

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    The Glue Guys: A Brooklyn Nets Podcast is a fantastic podcast that provides great insights and entertainment for fans of the Brooklyn Nets. Hosted by Mike and Brian, they bring a wealth of knowledge about the team and basketball in general. I discovered this podcast through a recommendation and have been hooked ever since. The hosts have a great rapport and their chemistry shines through in every episode.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the hosts themselves. Mike and Brian are not only knowledgeable about the Nets, but they also bring a great sense of humor to their discussions. They have a unique style that combines goofy banter with astute analysis, making for an enjoyable listening experience.

    Furthermore, The Glue Guys stands out from other sports podcasts because it has access to top-notch guests from the Nets organization. It's impressive how they are able to secure interviews with players and personnel, giving listeners exclusive insights into the team. This adds another layer of depth to their discussions and keeps the content fresh and engaging.

    However, one downside of this podcast is that it doesn't release episodes as frequently as some listeners would like. While it's understandable that schedules can be busy, it would be great to have more consistent content from The Glue Guys. Nevertheless, when new episodes do come out, they are always worth the wait.

    In conclusion, The Glue Guys: A Brooklyn Nets Podcast is a must-listen for any fan of the team or basketball in general. With its knowledgeable hosts, entertaining banter, and exclusive interviews, it offers a unique perspective on all things Nets-related. Despite its infrequent release schedule, this podcast consistently delivers quality content that keeps fans engaged and entertained.



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    Latest episodes from The Glue Guys: A Brooklyn Nets Podcast

    What is the Nets Ceiling

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 38:49


    The Glue Guys dive into a few key details: exactly how good the Nets are right now, what is the Nets ceiling when everyone is healthy, and where Nets fans should expectations be placed in regards to Ben Simmons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Nets, Soup, and Basketball

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 40:55


    Fun episode today! Brian and Mike dove into how the Nets are somehow positioned to get to Las Vegas for the knockout round of the in season tournament, assessing what type of team the Nets have now, and finally Killer Komparisons: NBA Teams and Soup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What do the Nets have in Cam Thomas

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 38:47


    Brian and Mike drill deep down into what exactly the Nets have in Cam Thomas: how good is he right now, where the growth may come, how the Nets are using him differently and what it means for the team's future that they have Camuel James Thomas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    THE NETS! ARE GOOD!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 45:04


    Brian and Mike break open the mailbag to discuss whether Cam Thomas will be a reliable presence all year long, the perfect Nets rotation, how good is JVG and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Requiem for the Big 3 Nets

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 31:10


    Mike rides solo for a final analysis of the Nets Big 3 Era now that James Harden has been traded again - this time for FLOTSAM. And how the failure of the Big 3 Nets should impact the current Nets going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Season Preview: Nets Season Superlatives

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 35:18


    Brian and Mike burst at the seams to deliver one of their favorite episodes: Nets season superlatives. Who will be the Justin Hamilton, the Randy Foye, the Jeremy Lin, the Reggie Evans of this upcoming Brooklyn Nets season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Cam Thomas and Ben Simmons: HOPE

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 28:59


    Mike and Brian dissect the two most important developments from the Nets first preseason game: Cam Thomas the starter and Ben Simmons the rejuvenated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Predicting Ben Simmons and the hottest Nets questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 57:29


    Mailbag episode: understanding when or if to trade Mikal Bridges, what a successful Nets season looks like, what a successful Ben Simmons season looks like, and CAM THOMAS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    We've Returned.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 37:56


    The Glue Guys return with thoughts on a potential Damian Lillard trade and whether we believe in Ben Simmons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Before the Madness: Nets pre-free agency mailbag

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 43:27


    Glue Guys dive into the free agency mailbag to answer what the Nets should do about Damian Lillard, who the Nets should target if not Lillard, how is Sean Marks doing, and the other Portland-Brooklyn trade that could happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Hitting every pre-draft Nets rumor: Lillard, Lively, trades and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 42:53


    The Glue Guys dig into all the pre-draft buzz: does Damian Lillard want out of Portland, does Brooklyn want Lillard, and what prospects the Nets are attached to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Damian Lillard likes the Nets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 38:02


    Glue Guys dive back from break to react to Damian Lillard naming the Brooklyn Nets as one of his possible landing spots if he gets traded this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trade Mikal Bridges?!? Time to Tank!?!? Manufacturing Tension

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2023 53:14


    Brian and Mike play a game of manufactured tension. Each podcaster takes an opposite side on a hot take style question about the Nets this offseason including should the Nets trade Mikal Bridges now, should the Nets trade Nic Claxton, should the Nets fire Jacque Vaughn to go after one of the available championship-winning coaches, is now the time to tank and whether the Nets should trade for a star this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Star Hunting: Should the Nets do it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 37:05


    The Glue Guys fire up the offseason rocket boosters and dive right into the Damian Lillard rumors: whether it makes sense for either side, what the Nets would have to give up and overall how motivated the Nets should be to go after a star this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What a weird game

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2023 37:20


    What the hell happened in Game 3? That was a wild journey that ended in disappointment, but the Glue Guys are back to analyze exactly how everything played out in Game 3 along which ejection (Claxton or Harden) was more impactful, whether Joel Embiid should have been ejected and why the Nets lost the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What the Nets need to do better

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 48:32


    The Glue Guys dig deep into games 1 and 2 of the Nets-Sixers series to pull out the ways the Nets need to change to produce wins as the series heads to Brooklyn.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Mega Nets Sixers preview with Alex Schiffer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 48:10


    The Athletic's Alex Schiffer joins Mike to discuss the 76ers-Nets series on several fronts: advantages and disadvantages for each team, x-factors, matchup plans, ranking the Nets and Sixers starters and ultimately making a final prediction for the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Battling Embiid, Small Ball and Cam Thomas X-Factor: Round One Preview Mailbag

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 50:15


    The Glue Guys dive deep into the mailbag (netspod@gmail.com) to answer the biggest questions facing the Brooklyn Nets heading into their matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers: what would define a 'success' this series for the Nets, who else on the Nets will guard Joel Embiid, the weakest spot on the 76ers, and which role players will shine in this series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ben Simmons: Biggest Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 51:58


    Ben Simmons is done for the rest of the season. The Glue Guys dig into the biggest questions surrounding Simmons including how to rationalize his first full season with the Nets, whether we believe there's a minor/major turnaround ahead, the trade likelihood and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Spencer Dinwiddie Interview: Back in Brooklyn

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 31:31


    Brooklyn Nets starting point guard Spencer Dinwiddie joins the show to discuss how the transition back to Brooklyn has gone, the subtle ways he's trying to help build cohesion on the court, the development of Mikal Bridges and whether he thinks Silicon Valley Bank should be allowed to fail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Explaining the Mikal Bridges Phenomena

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 48:35


    First the Glue Guys parse out why Mikal Bridges' rise into the number one scoring option is so unique compared to other underutilized traded pros like James Harden and SGA. Then they assess what Cam Johnson's next contract will look like and if the Nets should pay up. Finally, early thoughts on potential 1st round playoff matchups and what path has the best chance at success. Fun thing we're doing. I am doing a bracket for @AthleticNBAShow via @RunYourPool. Click here to join. http://play.runyourpool.com/athleticnba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Reacting to Kevin Durant reacting to Kyrie Irving

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 51:03


    The Glue Guys first dissect Kevin Durant's latest revealing comments on how he reacted to Kyrie Irving's trade request. Then is it time for the Nets to tank + how exactly would that happen. Finally, Killer Komparisons: Movie Characters to current Brooklyn Nets. Mike and Brian both compare Joe Harris to characters from Christopher Nolan's Batman movies. Listen to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Biggest end-of-season Nets questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 51:15


    Mike and Brian return to discuss Mikal Bridges' ceiling, whether the Nets will go starhunting this offseason, how Nic Claxton will evolve without KD and Kyrie and Manufactured Tension: Should Sean Marks Be Fired. Take advantage of MANSCAPED®'s best valued bundle and save 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code NBA23 at Manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Who are the new Nets with Dave DuFour

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2023 49:24


    First, Mike from the Glue Guys dives into his first impressions on the new Nets (Bridges, DFS, Cam Johnson) and the return of Spencer Dinwiddie. Then at 12:00 Mike welcomes on The Athletic NBA Show's Dave DuFour to discuss his assessment of how the Nets did at the trade deadline, the emotional gymnastics for Nets fans on the KD trade, and Dave clues us in on what to expect from each of the new Nets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Death of the Clean Sweep: Nets trade Kevin Durant

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 56:52


    A big one today. The Brooklyn Nets trade of Kevin Durant kills the last vestige of the Clean Sweep Era. Brian and Mike dive into how the trade happened, why that is worrisome, the positives and negatives of the deal, where the Nets go from here and final thoughts on the last days of Durant as a Net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EMERGENCY POD: Kyrie Irving traded to the Dallas Mavericks

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 57:27


    The Glue Guys go DEEP on the Kyrie Irving trade: evaluating the deal the Nets got to the other ones reportedly on the market, how Spencer Dinwiddie and Dorian Finney-Smith impacts the team, and what is the next move that the Nets may make. Go to masterclass.com/basketball to get unlimited access to EVERY class, and 15% off an annual membership because you're a Glue Guys listener! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EMERGENCY POD: Kyrie Irving requests trade

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2023 49:06


    Well Kyrie Irving did it again. Just as things seemed to be going normal in Brooklyn, he did it. He requested a trade because reportedly he was upset with the Brooklyn Nets contract offer to him. Kyrie once again turned the Nets franchise completely upside down. The Glue Guys run through all the biggest questions including the motivation for this information for getting out, what the Nets next move may be, how Kevin Durant may react, and run through all the top contenders for trade packages the Nets may get in the interim. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trade Deadline Preview: Time to think about trading Ben Simmons

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2023 44:45


    The Glue Guys go DEEP on the Nets trade possibilities, mainly that it is time to trade Ben Simmons, how it could be done, why it should be done and who the Nets could realistically get. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code NBA23 at Manscaped.com and shoot your arrow with MANSCAPED™ this Valentine's Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Phightnight in Philly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2023 44:10


    The Glue Guys celebrate a loss? Yes! The Glue Guys celebrate the birth of Nic ‘The Embiid Stopper' Claxton, what to make of Ben Simmons' game, the disdain for any Seth Curry trade rumors... but yet diving into Seth Curry trade rumors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Brooklyn Nets shock the Golden State Warriors

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 39:35


    Glue Guys return to discuss how the Kevin Durant-less Nets have strung together two straight wins, compare the ceilings of Ben Simmons and Nic Claxton and how Kyrie Irving has put the team on his back during this stretch. Cancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to rocketmoney.com/athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    It's not your fault Ben

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023 25:11


    Quick episode today! The Glue Guys reacting to the Nets loss to the Celtics: how much is Ben Simmons to blame for the loss, the lineup decisions of Jacque Vaughn and expectations for the Nets now with KD for a month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Kevin Durant's Injury: fears, timetable, and plan B's with Dr. Neeraj Patel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2023 36:53


    The Glue Guys dive into Kevin Durant's injured MCL: why this year is different than last year, how the schedule plays out and what our expectations should be of the team without Durant. Then (14:00) Dr. Neeraj Patel comes on to discuss how long KD's recovery may take and any long term concerns. Disclaimer: Dr. Patel is not Kevin Durant's personal doctor, nor has ever given medical care to Kevin Durant. He's just a smart person! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code DING23 at Manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Why the Nets are the best team in the NBA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2023 43:18


    The Glue Guys attempt to build the argument that the Nets should be considered the best team in the NBA, and why some are hesitant to declare such. Also in the show: why Ben Simmons is more a feature than a flaw in the Nets system, who should start Joe v. Royce v. Seth, and a game of Would You Rather: KD vs. each NBA superstar. Cancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to RocketMoney.com/ATHLETIC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Who deserves credit for the Nets success w/Alex Schiffer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2022 39:07


    The Athletic's Brooklyn Nets reporter Alex Schiffer joins the show to discuss what changes Jacque Vaughn and who in the organization deserves credit for the team's incredible in-season turnaround. Then (21:00) the Glue Guys run through whether the Nets will make a notable trade this season, what roster improvements are possible and an info dump on whether TJ Warren and Yuta Watanabe will be back next season. Also! A special presentation of Shams Charania's Inside Pass is part of the episode as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What makes the Brooklyn Nets elite

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2022 51:46


    WOW. The Nets! 9 in a row! The Glue Guys discuss why the Nets win against the Cavaliers was unique - and potentially a big moment going forward. Then (20:00) mailbag questions include do the Nets need to make a trade, Jacque Vaughn coach of the year, Kevin Durant MVP chances, and ranking this past Nets offseason compared to others in Sean Marks' past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Nets dominated the Warriors + what's next

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 55:41


    Jam packed Glue Guys episode. First, TGG dig into the Nets-Warriors game and why no Nets fan should apologize for the victory. Then News Around the League: understanding all the big names that might enter the trade market. And finally - Killer Komparisons: classic Christmas movies with NBA teams and players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Hottest Questions about the NBA's Hottest Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 48:10


    The Glue Guys dig into the six hottest/burning-ist/steamiest questions surrounding the Brooklyn Nets:  1) Is Kyrie Irving 100% remaining on the roster for the rest of the year 2) Is Nic Claxton totally and completely the Nets answer at center 3) Where are you emotionally with Ben Simmons 4) Which role player do you trust the most: Royce, Yuta, Joe, Curry and TJ Warren 5) Do the Nets need to make a trade 6) Ultimately, do you believe the Nets could win a championship this season  Watch the episode on YouTube - and smash the subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Nets hot and making the Kevin Durant's MVP case

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 51:18


    The Glue Guys begin with a true appreciation of what Kevin Durant is doing this season: unreal from inside the arc, leading the team through the morass of the controversies and how KD is doing something no Achilles-tear-sufferer has ever done before. Then (16:00) mailbag questions including Cam Thomas trade thoughts, how good is Jacque Vaughn, and whether the Nets got lucky playing injured teams. Check out the latest episode on YouTube (and smash that subscribe). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trying to make sense of the Nets

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2022 36:18


    The Glue Guys attempt to figure out what type of team the Brooklyn Nets are at this point. How much does the four game win streak matter? How much does the loss to the Boston Celtics mean? TJ Warren opinions. And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How Kyrie Irving is fitting back into the Brooklyn Nets

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2022 41:07


    The Glue Guys begin by looking at the 5 games Kyrie Irving has played in since he returned to the team: what has changed about his role, his little on-court disagreement with Jacque Vaughn and what to expect from Kyrie going forward. Then at (21:00) TGG discuss the state of Joe Harris and how the rotation will play out when Yuta Watanabe and TJ Warren are back for the Nets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The evolution of Ben Simmons

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 50:35


    The Glue Guys look at the change in Ben Simmons' game, what it means for the Nets and what starting lineup makes the most sense. Plus, what to make of Kyrie Irving's return and YUTA WATANABE TALK! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Sam Amick Interview: Ben Simmons frustration and Kyrie Irving's possible return date

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 33:54


    The Athletic's Sam Amick joins the show to discuss his and Shams Charania's report on the Nets growing frustrations with Ben Simmons. Amick reveals what the source of that frustration is, Simmons' response to the report and at the end of the interview Amick makes a prediction on when Kyrie Irving will return to the Nets. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts For livestreams and video - check out the Glue Guys YouTube Page Theathletic.com/glueguys to get a special deal for a subscription to The Athletic Link to Sam Amick and Shams Charania story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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