Podcast appearances and mentions of LaMelo Ball

Andre Snellings joined the show the show to talk the start of the NBA Playoffs

In the second hour, Mac & Bone debate if Charlotte sports fans should believe more in Bryce Young or LaMelo Ball moving forward, Tom Luginbill joins to talk about his NFL Draft evaluation, and what he thinks the Panthers should do, and they play a game of "How Badly Do You Want Cooper Flagg"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thoughts on Dan Morgan's commentsWhere does the Panthers WR room stand?We get you ready for the NBA Playoffs

In the show's opening hour, Kyle reacts to one national pundit saying the Hornets need to trade LaMelo Ball if they land Cooper Flagg, and Smoke leads Kyle into an embarrassing question for the audienceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hornets had the opportunity to sweep the season series against Indiana this season, but will have to settle for a series win after a 119-105 loss in the Hoosier State. Rob Longo and Sam Perley of Hornets.com react to the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and also provide some new on the injury front, including LaMelo Ball undergoing successful arthroscopic surgery to repair ankle and wrist injuries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(1:00) – Top Headlines: Nikola Jokic and Steph Curry make history Tuesday night, Timberwolves and Pistons suspension fallout, Kevin Durant suffers ankle injury(16:30) – More News & Notes: Knicks PG injuries, Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively II near return to Mavs, fallout of Taylor Jenkins' firing in Memphis(31:15) – Buying/Selling: Can Nic Claxton be a top-100 player next year?(36:00) – Rookie Report: Projecting Zach Edey after Grizzlies coaching change(40:50) – Scheduling Breakdown: Circling Tari Eason, Ryan Rollins, and Pelle Larsson as potential waiver wire adds(46:00) – 2024-25 Season in Review: Zion Williamson, C.J. McCollum, Joel Embiid, LaMelo Ball, Jalen Suggs(1:00:00) – Final Four predictions

Sam Farber, the Voice of the Hornets, joins the show, as Sam talks about the individual Hornets that are finishing the season strong, he defends the narrative that exits around LaMelo Ball, after he was shut down for the rest of the season, and talks about his favorite dining experience from various NBA cities See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Rod and Karen banter Dippin’ Dots, a mumbling cashier, Lamelo Ball not making the all-star game, nothing to write home about, Karen’s congestion, and The Black Guy Who Tips Premium. Then they discuss people calling the FCC on Kendrick, Sexyy Red dox’s child’s grandmother, Cardi B accuses Offset of abuse, Mo’Nique slams Tyler Perry again, Mark Morrison arrested, Lizzo calls Yung Miami, proposed TX sex toy law, Kanye does an interview in Black KKK robe, Allentown employee charged with faking hate crime, Gabourey Sidibe talks phone sex racism, woman vandalizes wrong man's car, man drives dad's car into the ocean, a couple runs over a repo man and sword ratchetness. Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@rodimusprime⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SayDatAgain⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TBGWT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheBlackGuyWhoTips⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theblackguywhotips@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theblackguywhotips.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Teepublic Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Wishlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Crowdcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voice Mail: 704-557-0186Go Premium: https://www.theblackguywhotips.com/premium/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final hour, Mac & Bone recap the weekend in the local sports scene, including LaMelo Ball being shut down for the rest of the season, and Charlotte FC's road defeat, Jordan Mann talks about Duke's run to the Final Four, they preview the night in sports, read funny texts & moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ma$e, Cam'ron & Treasure "Stat Baby" Wilson are back with another one!! On this episode, the Pistons and the Wolves get to scrapping on the court, which leads to 5 players and coaches got ejected. The Grizzlies fired their HC Taylor Jenkins, do we agree with this decision two weeks before the playoffs?! Then, Lamelo Ball gets ruled out for the season, what do we make of his career thus far with the Hornets. Lastly, what happens with the Bucks now that Dame Time is ruled out with a Blood Clot, is the Giannis era coming to an end in Milwaukee?? Please rate, review, and follow the podcast for more content.  Support the show and sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code CAM and get a $1000 first deposit match, and a Special Pick'em pick. Follow the show and our hosts on social media: It Is What It Is, Cam'Ron, Ma$e, and Treasure "Stat Baby" Wilson , Producer Ayooo Nick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir) & Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose), the guys start the show by discussing another NBA star dealing with blood clots, this time in Damian Lillard. How the Bucks can possibly try & replace Dame's offense & why there still may be a sliver of hope for a return this season. Plus, the ending of the season with Bulls/Lakers. Next, the duo dives into the Grizzlies firing Taylor Jenkins as coach with just 9 games left in the season. Why this move is so shocking, what it means for the Grizz the rest of the season & where the guys think Jenkins might end up next. The guys also look back at the last 3 seasons for the Grizz & debate if this has been building or not. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, LaMelo Ball is done for the season, LeBron's interview on Pat McAfee, Walker Kessler's green light & Nikola Jokic heaving. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever where you get your podcasts & watch the show on YouTube.

Just hours before a 108-97 loss in Toronto, the Hornets got the unfortunate news that LaMelo Ball will miss the remainder of the season, as he undergoes surgery and procedures for his ankle and wrist. Rob Longo and Sam Perley discuss the news and break down Charlotte's loss north of the border, and also preview the next game for Buzz City in New Orleans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlotte Hornets vs. Toronto Raptors NBA Pick Prediction by Tony T. Hornets at Raptors Injuries Ball and Okogie are out for Charlotte. Agbaji, Barrett, Gradey Dick and Ingram are out for Toronto with Boucher questionable. Recent Box Score Key Stats Hornets at Raptors 7:30PM ET—Charlotte fell to 18-54 following their 111-104 home defeat to Orlando. The Hornets shot 42% with 41% from three. LaMelo Ball scored 25 points with nine assists. Josh Green got 13 points and nothing else. Charlotte allowed 46% shooting to the Magic with 31% from three. Toronto improved to 26-47 with their 116-86 road win at Brooklyn. The Raptors hit 42% with 30% from three. Orlando Robinson put up 23 points with 12 rebounds. RJ Barrett chipped in with 15 points and six rebounds. Toronto allowed 36% shooting to the Nets with 20% from three.

Hornets star Miles Bridges joins Sam Farber to discuss his connection with LaMelo Ball and the Hornets fan base!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 Intro00:45 Damian Lillard02:50 Jimmy Butler04:25 KAT + Josh Hart06:10 Anthony Davis08:50 Nikola Jokic11:15 Jayson Tatum13:35 Quentin Grimes16:05 Rebet Ad17:10 RJ Barrett or Shaedon Sharpe20:30 Lauri Markkanen or Santi Aldama22:40 Chris Paul or Isaiah Collier25:00 Collin Sexton or Kevin Huerter28:00 Jrue Holiday or Keon Johnson32:00 LaMelo Ball or Spencer Dinwiddie34:20 Viewer Questions40:05 What Was That!Unlock RotoWire's Paywall for FREE (2 days) http://www.rotowire.com/tryJoin our community (Discord) FREE https://www.rotowire.com/chat  Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools—subscribe now at RotoWire.com/pod

Mac & Bone start Wednesday's show talking about the Hornets loss last night to the Magic, as they fell despite a great game from LaMelo Ball, they play sound from Will Wade's introductory presser at NC State before talking about the latest NFL draft intel for the Panthers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

STOP COMPLAINING About the Lack of Underdogs in March Madness!: With the Sweet 16 officially set, Coley & Trill discuss how March Madness has been through the first first two rounds of the tournament. Specifically, Trill embraces his Kentucky fandom and shares his excitement around Mark Pope's squad. Plus, the boys dive deep on Rick Pitino vs. John Calipari and question why Cooper Flagg hates V.J. Edgecombe so much. Outside of March Madness, Coley breaks down the current state of Boston Sports and the boys remember George Foreman's greatness (both in sports and the meat game). You won't want to miss this episode! (0:00) Coley Gets An Underdog Helmet (1:13) The Flintstones Smoked Their Casting (5:30) Where's Quincy Isaiah Gone? (7:31) Trill's Scared for Deone Walker (12:22) Underdog Ad Read (13:45) What's With the March Madness Clock?! (16:24) Let's Talk Some Kentucky (26:10) People Hate March Madness... (33:26) Florida Take Down UCONN (34:38) Why Does Cooper Flagg HATE V.J. Edgecombe?! (37:04) No Basketball Regulations is INSANE (40:35) It's Looking Like Duke's Year (41:09) Who's the Best Coach Kentucky's Ever Had? (51:17) Derik Queen's NBA Stock is Rising (53:27) Teams Are Afraid to Draft the Players They Want (55:40) Derik Queen GAME WINNER! (58:32) Cavs Can't Win and It Doesn't Matter (1:00:21) Dissecting ESPN's Rebuild Ranking (1:07:00) Would You Rather Zion Williams or LaMelo Ball? (1:12:00) Let's Simulate the NBA Draft (1:26:10) Celtics Have Been SOLD (1:36:48) It's Time For the Latter Day Saints to LOCK IN (1:44:06) Stefon Diggs Linked to the Patriots (1:51:32) Back to March Madness (1:54:19) Coley's a Fan of the New Playboi Carti Album (2:09:17) RIP George Foreman (2:11:30) The Foreman Grill Stands the Test of Time (2:26:15) Dyson and Their Vacuums (2:31:31) QVC All Stars (2:37:39) Coley Wants Acknowledgement For Kristian Campbell (2:43:45) How Are You Ordering Your Bullpen Game? (2:59:22) Tiger Woods is Dating a Trump Coley Mick and Trill Withers are back (again), with Third Time's The Charm! Their newest show, presented by Underdog Fantasy, features the two like they never left. Coley and Trill will cover sports and just about everything else. Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code CHARM and get up to 50% first deposit bonus up to $1,000: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-third-timesthe-charm Subscribe to the Podcast

The Hornets had some tough circumstances surrounding a second night of a back-to-back in Oklahoma City, and it showed, as Charlotte fell 141-106 with no LaMelo Ball and no Mark Williams available. Rob Longo and Sam Farber break down the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and also preview the next game for Buzz City, a road game in Miami.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Whalen and Brandon Kravitz discuss all of the latest NBA injury news, as well as players who could be shut down during the fantasy playoffs.00:00 Intro01:45 Late-season rotation challenges02:30 Miles Bridges, LaMelo Ball resting03:30 Daily moves vs. weekly leagues08:20 Kyshawn George11:15 Andrew Wiggins + Heat's slide14:00 East Play-In outlook16:20 Cavs' ascent + team building19:30 Shutdown concerns19:45 LeBron, Brunson as injury shutdowns?23:00 Blazers potential shutdowns24:00 Raptors on-the-fly tanking-----March Madness is here, and if you're looking for a way to get in the game, it's time to check out Rebet—the ultimate social sportsbook and casino platform! All March long, ReBet is rolling out daily promos, making it the ultimate month of exciting offers for their fans! Right now, for a limited time, Rebet is matching your first purchase up to $100 in Rebet Cash when you use promo code ROTOWIRE. Download Rebet today on the App Store or Google Play, enter code ROTOWIRE, and start playing today! https://rebet.page.link/NtdzHvHE3JheVXkCA Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools—subscribe now at RotoWire.com/pod

Dan is joined by Morten Stig Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast for Part 2 of their MEGA MAILBAG. This time, they are discussing the Phoenix Suns' disastrous season, Orlando Magic trade targets, rebuilding around LaMelo Ball and Zion Williamson, NBA players who deserve more playing time and MORE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:12 - How much is Mike Budenholzer to blame for the Phoenix Suns struggles?8:40 - LaMelo Ball or Zion Williamson?12:42 - Realistic Orlando Magic trade targets21:29 - What should Oklahoma City do with Philadelphia's draft pick?29:22 - Are there any Rookie of the Year sleepers?35:28 - Which Eastern Conference team is the biggest threat to the Cavs and Celtics?44:15 - Should the Rockets prefer a trade for Devin Booker or Kevin Durant?46:44 - NBA players who deserve more attention53:54 - Big Shot or Hip Hop?!?55:00 - Should big names be ineligible for Most Improved Player?1:10:18 - Should the Detroit Pistons trade for a No. 2?1:14:02 - Responding to Shaquille O'Neal1:17:16 - Chicago Bulls All-Time Starting Five1:18:58 - Favorite Bulls front office1:19:22 - How many Bulls players can contribute to a contender?1:23:41 - Should the NBA have entire-team awards?1:26:23 - The best cheesecake toppingsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesGrant's Twitter: @gt_hughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

The Hornets were riding a two-game winning streak heading into Atlanta, but Trae Young went a staggering 21-21 at the free throw line to give Atlanta a 123-110 win, despite big performances from Miles Bridges, LaMelo Ball and DaQuan Jeffries, who set a new career high in points scored. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo and the host of Hornets Postgame on the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ Will Palaszczuk break down the contest and pick their silver-lining performances, and also provide updates on the latest roster move for Buzz City.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Farber, the Voice of the Hornets, joins the show, as he talks about the Hornets recent winning streak, he talks about the impressive play we've seen from Miles Bridges, and how LaMelo Ball can get back on track offensively See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon Sharpe and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson react to Lakers star LeBron James reaching 50k points scored, Kyrie Irving tearing his ACL, the Mavericks raising ticket prices, and more!03:52 - LeBron reaches 50,000 points07:00 - Kevin Durant and Coach Bud get into it19:27 - Jeanie Buss says Anthony Davis wasn’t happy25:44 - Kyrie Irving suffers injury31:00 - Mavericks set to raise season ticket prices42:50 - Lamelo Ball could be traded this season(Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)#Volume #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richie brings on Matt Alquiza to discuss the intel from Michael Scotto's recent piece about a potential LaMelo Ball move. The two discuss the package type required to send Ball to another team. The final segment puts percentages on the likelihood of Ball, Bridges, Green, Okogie, and Williams returning to Charlotte in 2025-26.

The Hornets continued their homestand against Minnesota, but fell 125-110 despite big performances from Miles Bridges and LaMelo Ball. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and select their silver-lining performances. Plus, Sam sits down with this month's Yellow Ribbon Program award recipient. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Farber, the Voice of the Hornets, joins the show, as he talks the current homestand for the team, he weighs in on the trade discussion that exists around LaMelo Ball, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon Sharpe and Chad “Ochocinco” react to Shai erupting for 51 against the Rockets, Kyrie goes down with a knee injury, and the Bengals franchise tag Tee Higgins for a 2nd time. They also react to the Eagles releasing Darius Slay & much more!06:47 - Rockets vs. Thunder24:35 - Kyrie Irving’s injury 30:00 - Mavericks set to raise season ticket prices44:30 - Lamelo Ball 53:00 - Bengals add franchise tag to Tee Higgins again57:48 - Jamarr Chase cryptic tweet1:04:30 - Eagles release Slay(Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)#Volume #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final hour, Mac & Bone continue to debate whether or not the Hornets should explore trading away LaMelo Ball this off-season, Ashley Stroehlein joins for the Stro Show, as she talks about another dramatic NASCAR finish, the guys preview the night in sports, they ready funny texts & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this edition of the Stro Show, Ashley Stroehlein weighs in on the discussion around exploring trading away LaMelo Ball, she talks about another dramatic finish in NASCAR and provides an update on the contest she's entered to win, which guarantees a trip for Bone See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If Abdul Carter's injury causes him to fall to the Panthers should they take him?Franchise Tag UpdatesCould Sam Darnold make a return to New York?How likely is it that Lamelo Ball is traded this offseason?NFL Draft & CFB Analyst for A to Z Sports Ryan Roberts joined the show to give you all the NFL combine news

In the second hour, Mac & Bone talk about another Hornets defeat, and react to the way that the Hornets fans are talking about LaMelo Ball, amid another lost season, they talk about the first night of the combine and if any players caught their eye, and Anna Witte joins to talk Charlotte FC See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(1:30) – Top Headlines: Luka Doncic notches triple-double vs former team, analyzing P.J. Washington and Max Christie, making sense of Joel Embiid's injury as the 76ers continue to struggle(11:00) – More News & Notes: Spurs trends after Victor Wembanyama's injury, Fred VanVleet's return impacting Amen Thompson's production, Payton Pritchard's role amidst Celtics flurry of injuries(25:15) – Scheduling Breakdown: Examining Kyle Filipowski, Trendon Watford, Zach Collins among top streamers this week(30:00) – Buying/Selling before the Trade Deadline: LaMelo Ball, Kyrie Irving, Lauri Markkanen, Tyrese Maxey, Scottie Barnes, Austin Reaves 

Charlotte was facing a difficult second night of a back-to-back as the Hornets headed to Golden State to face the Warriors without the services of LaMelo Ball. The Hornets fell 128-92, dropping their fourth-straight contest. Rob Longo and the Vice President of Digital Media at Hornets Sports and Entertainment Matt Rochinski break down the game and select their silver-lining performances, and also discuss Charlotte's upcoming game at Dallas and why there is a little more emphasis on it than normal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha begin by talking about the Sixers and Suns and whether either team will be able to salvage its season. The guys also hit their biggest adds/drops of the week, players to consider trading for, Joel Embiid's fantasy outlook, their biggest draft hits and more. 00:00 Intro 00:40 Do you have any hope for the Sixers or Suns? 04:30 Biggest adds/drops this week 10:00 Late-season trade targets 10:45 Josh Giddey 11:30 Kawhi Leonard, Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan 13:00 Rudy Gobert, Fred VanVleet 13:45 LaMelo Ball, Kevin Durant 14:30 Shaedon Sharpe 16:15 Alvarado, Tyus Jones 17:00 Richards, Bitadze, Missi 18:30 Vassell, Podziemski, DiVincenzo, Scoot 21:10 Buzelis, Olynyk, Matkovic 22:20 De'Aaron Fox 22:55 Joel Embiid 26:55 Mitchell Robinson 29:15 Trading LaMelo Ball 31:10 Preparing for the fantasy playoffs 32:00 Eason, Coulibaly, Scoot 33:30 Jabari Walker 34:30 Day'Ron Sharpe 35:35 Donovan Clingan 36:45 Charles Bassey, Bismack Biyombo 38:20 Trade questions -- Zion, Mitchell, LaMelo, Durant 39:20 Olynyk, Nesmith, Davion Mitchell 40:25 Terry Rozier 41:00 Our biggest fantasy steals this season ----- EDGE Boost EDGE Boost is the financial platform for smart bettors and DFS players. What are the benefits of a dedicated EDGE Boost betting account? Earn up to 0.5% on every deposit Deposit $25, get $25 Free to use, no minimum balances FDIC-insured accounts Unlimited withdraws back to card Lightning fast deposits and withdraws Sign up with promo code ROTOPOD today!  ----- Pool Genius Want to win more in your golf, March Madness, and football pools? PoolGenius gives you data-driven picks and strategies to outsmart the competition. RotoWire listeners get exclusive offers! Visit PoolGenius.com/rotowire for up to 55% off, or start a 4-day free trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

State of the League | LaMelo out-duels Luka; Lakers lose Luka Doncic struggles as the Lakers lose their first game after the All Star to LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets. Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the the Lakers' loss and breakdown the defensive issues that will limit Luka and LeBron. Then, the Athletic's Sam Amick stops by to discuss the fallout from a poorly received All Star weekend, Draymond Green's comments, and whether broadcast negativity creates more problems for the NBA. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni & Sam Amick Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/Ua2qrEe7 Read Sam's story on Draymond's prediction: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6141143/2025/02/16/draymond-green-jimmy-butler-warriors-nba-championship/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

State of the League | LaMelo out-duels Luka; Lakers loseLuka Doncic struggles as the Lakers lose their first game after the All Star to LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets. Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the the Lakers' loss and breakdown the defensive issues that will limit Luka and LeBron. Then, the Athletic's Sam Amick stops by to discuss the fallout from a poorly received All Star weekend, Draymond Green's comments, and whether broadcast negativity creates more problems for the NBA.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni & Sam AmickExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio Producer: Grayson MoodyJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/Ua2qrEe7Read Sam's story on Draymond's prediction: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6141143/2025/02/16/draymond-green-jimmy-butler-warriors-nba-championship/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shannon Sharpe and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson react to LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets defeat LeBron James, Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers 100-97. Later, Unc and Ocho discuss Steve Kerr telling ESPN he wasn’t mad at Kevin Durant for rejecting a trade to Golden State and KD responding saying he just didn’t want to get traded midway through the season, an anonymous NBA GM calls out commissioner Adam Silver and much more!05:35 - Show start06:30 - Lakers vs. Hornets21:30 - Steve Kerr on Kevin Durant35:00 - GM calls out Adam Silver45:00 - LT wants Micah Parsons to stop podcasting57:00 - Klayton Adams’ new Cowboys identity1:03:42 - AJ Brown’ Super Bowl mannequin(Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Barner and Kirien Sprecher recap All-Star Weekend and dig in on the lone game on Wednesday's NBA slate. The guys talk Mark Williams and LeBron James' ankle injury before discussing players who will be in position for larger roles down the stretch, including Portland's Donovan Clingan. 00:00 Intro 00:40 All-Star Weekend 07:50 LeBron James 09:15 LaMelo Ball and Mark Williams 11:30 Jalen Suggs 13:20 Edge Boost 14:25 Trey Murphy 16:30 Jimmy Butler 18:10 Amen Thompson 20:20 DeMar DeRozan 22:20 Cade Cunningham 25:00 Donovan Clingan 28:15 Pool Genius 29:10 Viewer Questions 37:30 What Was That! ----- EDGE Boost EDGE Boost is the financial platform for smart bettors and DFS players. What are the benefits of a dedicated EDGE Boost betting account? Earn up to 0.5% on every deposit Free to use, no minimum balances FDIC-insured accounts Unlimited withdraws back to card Lightning fast deposits and withdraws Sign up with promo code ROTOPOD today!  Pool Genius Want to win more in your golf, March Madness, and football pools? PoolGenius gives you data-driven picks and strategies to outsmart the competition. RotoWire listeners get exclusive offers! Visit PoolGenius.com/rotowire for up to 55% off, or start a 4-day free trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:50) – Top Headlines: All-Star Weekend Takeaways, Luka Doncic remains on a minutes restriction, Mark Williams and LaMelo Ball expected back for Hornets, Trail Blazers await the return of Scoot Henderson, Jerami Grant, and Robert Williams III(16:45) – Scheduling Breakdown: Intrigue with Moussa Diabate, Stephon Castle, Bol Bol, and other streaming options(24:30) – NBA Awards Breakdown: MVP, Rookie of the Year, 6th Man of the Year, Most Improved Player 

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha recap All-Star Weekend and discuss some potential fixes for future All-Star Games and Dunk Contests. The guys also discuss their top adds from the weekend, including Ben Simmons and Corey Kispert. 00:00 Intro 01:05 The All-Star Game... is not back 09:00 Make the ASG Team USA vs. The World? 10:45 Dunk Contest 16:35 Players we're adding right now + Corey Kispert, Ben Simmons 18:30 Alex Sarr, Bol Bol 21:50 Moussa Diabate, Mark Williams, Jusuf Nurkic 23:20 Andrew Wiggins vs. Quentin Grimes 26:45 Cam Thomas, LaMelo Ball, Jonathan Kuminga 27:55 Paul George, Andrw Wiggins, Brad Beal 29:15 Toumani Camara 31:10 Buzelis, Nembhard, Collier, Kyshawn George 33:00 Late-season strategy tips (cat leagues) EDGE Boost EDGE Boost is the financial platform for smart bettors and DFS players. What are the benefits of a dedicated EDGE Boost betting account? Earn up to 0.5% on every deposit Free to use, no minimum balances FDIC-insured accounts Unlimited withdraws back to card Lightning fast deposits and withdraws Sign up with promo code ROTOPOD today!  ------ Pool Genius Want to win more in your golf, March Madness, and football pools? PoolGenius gives you data-driven picks and strategies to outsmart the competition. RotoWire listeners get exclusive offers! Visit PoolGenius.com/rotowire for up to 55% off, or start a 4-day free trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Barner and Kirien Sprecher hit the biggest news of the day, including notes from Tuesday night's slate, Daniel Gafford's injury, Brandon Ingram singing an extension in Toronto and more. 00:00 Intro 00:30 Brandon Ingram's Extension 03:40 Kevin Durant's Return 04:45 Bol Bol's Start 07:40 Daniel Gafford's Injury 11:05 LaMelo Ball's Injury 13:20 Alperen Sengun's Injury 14:40 Deandre Ayton's Injury 16:05 Clint Capela's Return? 17:05 EDGE Boost Ad 18:00 Charlotte Hornets 20:55 Brooklyn Nets 23:35 CJ McCollum 25:50 Utah Jazz 28:40 Washington Wizards 31:55 Pool Genius Ad 32:55 Viewer Questions 40:30 What Was That! ----- EDGE Boost EDGE Boost is the financial platform for smart bettors and DFS players. What are the benefits of a dedicated EDGE Boost betting account? Earn up to 0.5% on every deposit Free to use, no minimum balances FDIC-insured accounts Unlimited withdraws back to card Lightning fast deposits and withdraws Sign up with promo code ROTOPOD today!  ----- Pool Genius Want to win more in your golf, March Madness, and football pools? PoolGenius gives you data-driven picks and strategies to outsmart the competition. RotoWire listeners get exclusive offers! Visit PoolGenius.com/rotowire for up to 55% off, or start a 4-day free trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Thu. morning's No Dunks NBA Trade Deadline podcast, the guys discuss all of the major deals from last night: Jimmy Butler to the Warriors, Brandon Ingram to the Raptors, Mark Williams to the Hornets, and Jonas Valanciunas to the Kings. That, plus other potential deals we could see before the 3 p.m. ET deadline (Nikola Vucevic? LaMelo Ball? De'Andre Hunter?), De'Aaron Fox's strong Spurs debut, Darius Garland's wild buzzer-beater, and more.

On Thu. morning's No Dunks NBA Trade Deadline podcast, the guys discuss all of the major deals from last night: Jimmy Butler to the Warriors, Brandon Ingram to the Raptors, Mark Williams to the Hornets, and Jonas Valanciunas to the Kings. That, plus other potential deals we could see before the 3 p.m. ET deadline (Nikola Vucevic? LaMelo Ball? De'Andre Hunter?), De'Aaron Fox's strong Spurs debut, Darius Garland's wild buzzer-beater, and more.

Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the FIRST THINGS FIRST YOUTUBE CHANNEL (00:00) Will Jalen Hurts thrive in Super Bowl? / Will Chiefs put up 30 points again? (21:14) Sean McDermott's message entering AFC Championship: "Not going to get calls" (31:20) Can the Chiefs stop the tush push? (36:32) Like Saquon Barkley's confidence in this Eagles team? (41:19) Nick's Greatest Dynasties Tiers (1:02:36) More Chiefs and Eagles talk (1:17:56) LaMelo Ball snubbed? (1:23:10) Brandon Graham update Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach Harper, Mo Dakhil and Wosny Lambre return to salivate over Cooper Flagg's work ethic. Watch Do You Believe? On YouTube This week's docket, Do You Believe: The NBA should shorten games to 10 minute quarters? LaMelo Ball is an All Star? Draymond is right about KAT fronting Nikola Jokic? Basketball Illuminati is now part of the Count The Dings Network. Join the Count The Dings Patreon to support the show, get ad free episodes and exclusive content at www.patreon.com/CountTheDings ILLUMINATI MERCH HAS RETURNED - Check it out here: https://bit.ly/CTDMERCH Subscribe to Basketball Illuminati! On Apple or Spotify Email us: basketballilluminati@gmail.com Twitter: @bballilluminati Instagram: @basketballilluminati Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Logan and Raja are here with the Friday vibes. They begin the show by reacting to Anthony Davis's comments about his preference to play the 4 (5:55). They also discuss possible centers that the Lakers could acquire. Then Raja provides a temperature check on how Miami Heat fans feel about Jimmy Butler now that he's been suspended a second time (17:29). After that, they discuss some of the politics behind All-Star voting on the players' side, specifically in relation to LaMelo Ball and Victor Wembanyama not starting (34:11). They wrap up with their Real Ones of the Week (45:50). Get your tickets to the live show at Punch Line San Francisco on February 15 here. Email us your questions at realonesmailbag@gmail.com. Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell Producer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Izzy and Amin dive into the Phoenix Suns' recent trade with the Utah Jazz, breaking down the implications of their 2031 first-round pick swap and its impact on the NBA landscape. They also discuss the swirling rumors of a potential Jimmy Butler trade involving the Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, and more. Finally, they reveal and debate their East All-Star ballots, including standout players like LaMelo Ball, Tyrese Maxey, and Darius Garland before closing the show with Prop-a-Slot featuring Darius Garland, Cade Cunningham, and other stars of tonight's games.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The pod opens with Raja, Logan, and Howard discussing a video of Raja getting hyped on the court after his son had an intense game versus another good player in Miami (00:57). The guys have a spirited conversation on how and why LaMelo Ball is getting so much All-Star love (6:09). The Pelicans suspended Zion Williamson on Friday prior to their matchup against the Sixers for a violation of team policies, but this has been a pattern for Zion. What's next for his career and for the Pelicans (32:49)? Jimmy Butler wants out of Miami. Should he be careful about how he's viewed across the league in requesting a trade (44:46)? Get you tickets to the live show at The Punchline in San Fran 2/15/25 here: https://www.universe.com/events/the-ringer-nba-show-real-ones-live-tickets-9NVPKF Realonesmailbag@gmail.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Logan Murdock, Howard Beck, and Raja Bell Producer: Clifford Augustin Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and Wos kick off the week by taking a closer look at a handful of teams to answer an all-important question: “Is this anything?” They start by talking about the recently resurgent Indiana Pacers and Tyrese Haliburton's hamstring injury (7:31) before getting into the Miami Heat's three-game win streak and Tyler Herro's potential All-Star resume (22:03). Then, they discuss Paul George's boredom playing center (34:45), the Kings' turnaround under Doug Christie (44:09), and LaMelo Ball's popularity in the league (50:55). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre Producer: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices