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The Hornets sold high on LaMelo Ball after a great season, meanwhile the Timberwolves have shaken up their franchise after 3 straight trips past the first round.On this episode, Keith and Dave react to the LaMelo Ball trade shocker and the pain of losing Naz Reid, plus go over the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, the Julius Randle trade, the Trae Young contract, the Grizzlies acquiring Isaiah Stewart, plus share some of their NBA Draft thoughts.Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Knicks ended their title drought by repeatedly rallying to victory and knocking the Spurs out in five games. This episode discusses the title and the Knicks' dominant playoff run, the MVP-play of Jalen Brunson, Victor Wembanyama's conditioning, the "what-ifs" for the Spurs and the big De'aAron Fox question, plus a bunch of other storylines around the Finals.Also: NBA draft and Giannis trade week! Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

In Game 4 the Knicks set an NBA Finals record by erasing a 29 point deficit, and have moved within a game of their first title in over 50 years.This episode discusses the comeback and the Spurs' collapse, including the heroics of OG Anunoby and Jalen Brunson and the clutch struggles of Victor Wembanyama and De'aaron Fox. Dave DuFour calls in from the airport on his way back to San Antonio to recount what he has seen in person during the first 4 games of the Finals.Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Spurs rallied from a 3-2 deficit to overcome the defending champion Thunder, and now head to face a well-rested Knicks team in a rematch of the 1999 NBA Finals (not to mention the NBA Cup final!).This episode previews the NBA Finals, discusses the Spurs winning games 6 and 7 against the Thunder, including Dylan Harper being an X-factor and Chet Holmgren disappearing, plus a whole lot more.Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Knicks have carried a historic playoff winning streak all the way to the Finals, where they await the survivor of the Spurs/Thunder slugfest.This episode discusses the Knicks' record-breaking run and odds of a championship, the pendulum swings in the Western Conference Finals, plus has questions for the Cavaliers, Timberwolves and Pistons.Also, Jason Kidd fired, Taylor Jenkins and Jamahl Mosley Jamahl Mosley hired!Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Jalen Duren got benched down the stretch of a crucial Game 5 as the Pistons lost in overtime against the Cavaliers. On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss Duren's postseason play, his benching and the series.They also say farewell to the 76ers and Lakers, react to the NBA draft lottery, discuss Timberwolves and Spurs, and the NBPA's ref rankings.For a Brandon Clarke rememberence:  https://youtu.be/GfEKE-VR2tM?si=IpHmI6rQuTSJHWC8Join the listener slack at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastJoin the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Magic and the Hawks each played one of the worst halves of basketball ever seen, meanwhile the Celtics, Nuggets and Rockets saw their promising seasons end in disappointment. This episode discusses all of those events, plus all 4 second round series.Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The first round of the NBA playoffs has been extremely competitive with numerous series being extended, so let's talk about the elimanted Dillon Brooks and the NBA's latest crack at eradicating tanking!On this episode, Keith and Dave do exactly that (while also discussing every first round playoff series).Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Amidst the Trail Blazers leveling their playoff series against the Spurs, their new owner Tom Dundon has made headlines with an assortment of cost-cutting ideas, including making staffers check out of hotels early on roadtrips.On this new episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss the merits of his thrifty plans, plus discuss every playoff series, the 6th man of the year award, the Hornets and Warriors going home, AI, and more!Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Play-In has completely delivered with thrills so far, but at what cost?On this episode, Keith and Dave discuss the exciting victories of the Warriors, Hornets, Trail Blazers, and 76ers, and they also preview the playoffs by making predictions for each round.Play the Stone Cold Lox challenge: https://www.patreon.com/posts/play-stone-cold-155768259Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham came up just short of end of season award eligibility, or did they? On this episode Keith and Dave discuss "extraordinary circumstance" appeals, the Nuggets 10-game win streak, the race to avoid the play-in in the East, and a whole lot more.Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

As the season winds down it is time to name the players how have improved the most, and also continue the annual tradition of identifying those who did the least with their opportunities and found themselves regressing, and are at risk of being named "Least Improved Player of the Year"In addition to discussing the Most and Least improved, Keith and Dave talk about the resurgent Sixers, the final pushes in the MVP race, the NBA's proposed tanking reforms, and a lot more.A brand new bonus episode is available now at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Timberwolves and Rockets played a bizarre and exciting game on Wednesday which featured a historic collapse, but stuck in the middle of the drama was referee Scott Foster, who found his integrity publicly questioned by players once again.On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Dave and Keith discuss the latest controversy around the embattled official, plus they discuss Adam Silver's latest comments on tanking, the 65 game rule, and expansion, and look at the latest playoff races.Also- Keith lists some dream outcomes for the Grizzlies in the offseason.Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

After years of hinting at expansion there is finally a target date, as the NBA looks to add two new teams for the 2028-29 season.On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith Parish and Dave DuFour discuss the ramifications of this, the timing of an expansion draft, and whether the talent level of the league is ready for more teams. Also discussed on this episode: the fallout of Bam Adebayo's 83 point game, the Lakers surging, the Celtics getting Jayson Tatum back, Easter Jelly Bean rankings, and a lot more.Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The NBA trade deadline was particularly brutal for fantasy basketball players. Combined with the tanking epidemic and irregular schedules, it is no mystery why fantasy basketball is only for the most dedicated fans. Is this an issue that Adam Silver cares about, or is even aware of? Why does the NBA ignore growing fantasy sports as a potential revenue growth area?That issue is discussed on this episode, plus a host of other topics including the return of Jayson Tatum and Trae Young, the red-hot Hornets, the Hawks having a winning streak, key playoff races and more.Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Keith and Dave discuss the All-Star Break, tanking reform going mainstream, Jose Alvarado and Javon Carter being sneaky pickups, the MVP race suddenly having legs, the lack of playoff races, plus they redraft the Top 10 of the 2025 draft.Plus a lot of other stuffSubscribe on YouTube!join the listener slack at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about hamate fractures and other deflating spring training injury announcements, Zack Wheeler’s preserved rib, Chris Getz and Luisangel Acuña, a profusion of salary cap coverage, and more, and then preview the 2026 Baltimore Orioles (38:50) with The Baltimore Banner’s Andy Kostka, and the 2026 San Diego Padres (1:27:28) with MLB.com’s AJ Cassavell. 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: Gabriel-Ernest, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: The Gagnés, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Moon Hound, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Josh Busman, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to hamate injuries story Link to “bird bones” wiki Link to hamate research 1 Link to hamate research 2 Link to Acuña 200% story Link to >100% wiki entry Link to Casas “dry swings” story Link to rib story Link to Castellanos post Link to Gelb on Castellanos Link to Castellanos release news Link to Craig on Castellanos Link to Stubbs milk post Link to Kimbrel photo Link to Kimbrel photo thread Link to Tong photo Link to Getz/Acuña montage Link to Getz/Acuña story Link to Sam on Getz/Acuña Link to Murakami misspelling Link to prediction markets story Link to Passan cap story Link to previous Passan cap story Link to Drellich cap story Link to previous Drellich cap story Link to Rubenstein/Epstein story Link to team payrolls page Link to Orioles offseason tracker Link to Orioles depth chart Link to team SP projections Link to team RP projections Link to team offseason spending Link to Elias quote Link to O’s catchers Link to Andy’s author archive Link to Padres offseason tracker Link to Padres depth chart Link to AJ’s last 2025 post Link to AJ’s first 2026 post Link to Padres sale story 1 Link to Padres sale story 2 Link to Padres sale story 3 Link to Manfred quote Link to team RP WAR Link to team ISO Link to ESPN farm rankings Link to BP farm rankings Link to BA on Padres prospects Link to Shildt story Link to AJ on Preller Link to AJ’s author archive Link to Stathead query 1 Link to Stathead query 2 Link to Stathead query 3 Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

After the NBA trade deadline, many teams- including the Utah Jazz, the Memphis Grizzlies, and the Washington Wizards- are quite obviously focused on losing games on purpose, and some are doing so in disregard of the league's Player Participation Policy.As the NBA heads into All-Star weekend, does Adam Silver have any interest in fighting a fight against tanking? Keith and Dave discuss this issue, plus the Pistons/Hornets melee, the most interesting angles of the trade deadline, and a lot more.Get more at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

College teammates and Rookie Of The Year favorites Kon Knueppel and Cooper Flagg had a showdown for the ages, the Kings seemingly lost a trade again, and the All-Star Reserves were announced.On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss these events, plus the All-Star snubs, Dillon the Villain night, Paul George's suspension, and a whole lot more.Bonus episode available at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastFastbreakBreakfast.comGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Washington Wizards have finally announced they are in the next phase of team-building, and apparently have zero remorse over trading Deni Avdija. Meanwhile, the Trail Blazers, Hornets, and 76ers are starting to round into shape.On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave weigh in on these stories and plenty more, including Joel Embiid's minutes, Ja Morant's latest new injury, the free fall of the Knicks, the Hawks post-trade, and a whole lot more.New bonus episode is available now at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastFastbreakBreakfast.comGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Ja Morant and the Grizzlies are in Europe on an international stage amidst great awkwardness and trade speculations. Keith and Dave may have some opinions on the subject.On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, they discuss how the Ja Morant/Grizzlies' divorce could have happened, some reasonable trades (all things considered), plus they discuss some plus/minus feats, the NBA's aversion to winning, the great increase (and sudden decrease) in scoring, plus a bunch of other random things.Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastFastbreakBreakfast.comGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Trae Young was traded to the Wizards in a move that signaled that the Hawks were just ready to moved on, and the Wizards figured getting Trae Young for very little was worth it, tanking or not.On this episode, Keith and Dave react to the trade, and also discuss the last week on NBA basketballGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

BONUS CROSSOVER EPISODEKeith and Dave recorded this immediate reaction episode minutes after recording S12 Ep. 11 of Fastbreak BreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Nikola Jokic suffered a knee injury and will miss a month, virtually assuring he will be ineligible for an All-NBA team or any end of season awards. Will this be the opportunity for the league to quickly reverse the "65 game rule," which has arguably provided very little benefit?On Season 12, Episode 10 of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss the issue, talk about the various tiers of good teams, laugh at the anti-tanking proposals, and attempt to rank some of the least ethical scorers in the NBA.Plus a bunch of other stuff.Support the show at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Thunder did not respect the Cup, and neither did James Dolan. On this holiday episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave talk about the NBA Cup, Adam Silver warning the league about tanking, the officiating crisis, Ja Morant and Zach Edey never playing together, Kon Knueppel, and a whole lot more.Watch this Thinking Basketball video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NWDEbashTkSupport the show at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Thunder are off to a historic start and have cruised to the NBA Cup semifinals along with the Magic, Spurs, and Knicks. On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss those teams and their quarterfinals games, and also discuss Jalen Johnson, Derik Queen, Ja Morant, Anthony Davis, and a whole lot more.Join the listener slack at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

LeBron James finally had his record-setting double-digit scoring streak snapped, meanwhile the Clippers have dismissed franchise legend Chris Paul. On the latest episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and David discuss LeBron, CP3, and aging, and also the Giannis Antetokounmpo situation and other lesser stars who are available.Plus: Danny Wolf is released!Use promo code EDEY to recieve 32% off an annual membership at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Pistons and Raptors are running roughshod over the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Wizards just picked up their first ever NBA Cup victory! Should they try and trade CJ McCollum now? On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and David discuss the Raptors (and their angry fan feedback), plus talk about the competitive 1st team All-Rookie race, the inability of many teams to garner trade interest, and debilitating back pain.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Raptors have won five in a row and nine of ten, but it hasn't exactly been against the toughest competition. Which other strong starts this season are due to racking up wins against the lowly Eastern Conference. And are any Eastern Conference teams actually good (besides the Pistons, of course)?On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss those teams beating up on the East, and also talk about Jalen Duren's breakout, the top of the Western Conference, and which food they'd bring back with a Star Trek replicator.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Cade Cunningham pulled off a shooting feat that hasn't occurred since the 1940s and Keith and Dave couldn't be more excited to talk about it.In addition to Cade's notable night, this episode discusses the new All-Star format, Jokic setting new standards, the struggles of Ja Morant, the teams trending in the right direction, and more.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Some of the hot starts of the NBA season have cooled down, but a few early trends looks like they may last. On this new episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith Parish and Dave DuFour discuss some of these trends and the latest NBA news, including the strong play of Josh Giddey and the Bulls, Russell Westbrookand the arrest of Tony Allen.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Keith Parish and Dave DuFour discuss the government's case against Scary Terry Rozier and Mr. Big Shot, and the first week of the NBA regular season.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

To preview the NBA season, Keith, Dave, and special return guest Jon Burr go through all 30 teams and predict win totals and make their over/under picks.Consensus has the Thunder, Nuggets, Cavaliers, Knicks as the best teams, but just how many games exactly do we think they win? How low can we go with the Jazz, Wizards and Nets? How do you make heads of tails of the Celtics, 76ers, and Pacers this season? Precisely how many teams can finish with exactly 37 wins?This season premiere of Fastbreak Breakfast dives into it all, plus Keith some negative reviews for a bagel shop and a fantasy sports provider (FANTRAX).Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Most analysts and fans agree on which are the very best and very worst teams heading into the 2025-26 season. In between lies a lot of teams that are very closely bunched together, where a few breaks will decide which ones cruise into the playoffs and which ones will be fighting to make the play-in.On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave draft which teams they think are the MOST LIKELY to end up in the middle and make the play-in tournament, plus they give some reactions (and awards) for their preseason observations.Last call to play fantasy basketball with Keith and other listeners this season! Sign-ups are open at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

It is time for the annual "Butter or Parkay" previews, where Keith and Dave decide whether all the offseason excitement and enthusiasm for each team is warranted, and whether the actual moves made are going to make a team better ("BUTTER"), or if their improvements are merely an imitation ("PARKAY.")This episode covers the Western conference, where the Rockets, Spurs and Trail Blazers particularly have Keith and Dave confounded.Sign up to play fantasy basketball in the listener leagues at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastEpisode 812 (S11 Ep. 37)Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

It is time for the annual "Butter or Parkay" previews, where Keith and Dave decide whether all the offseason excitement and enthusiasm for each team is warranted, and whether the actual moves made are going to make a team better ("BUTTER"), or if their improvements are merely an imitation ("PARKAY.")Also: training camp and media day observations, and Kawhi Leonard addresses Aspiration!Sign up to play fantasy basketball in the listener leagues at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastEpisode 811 (S11 Ep. 36)Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Rockets have lost point guard to Fred VanVleet to an injury before training camp begins, dealing a massive blow to a team that had designs of competing for a championship. What should they do now? How much of the missing load will Amen Thompson and Reed Sheppard be able to handle?Dave and Keith discuss that topic on this new episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, plus talk about the ongoing Jonathan Kuminga situation, the Nets waiving Keon Johnson, some puzzling quotes from Mat Ishbia, and the latest developments in the Kawhi Leonard/Clippers scandal.Keep an eye out for the upcoming fantasy basketball sign-ups at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastEpisode 810 (S11 Ep. 35)Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

A bombshell report by The Atheltic's Pablo Torre alleged that Steve Ballmer could have funneled money to Kawhi Leonard as part of an under the table deal. The Clippers have flatly denied these claims, but the NBA has announced they will be investigating the matter.On this week's Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss this breaking scandal and give their opinions on Adam Silver's resolve to take on a matter like this and what a punishment should be if any wrongdoing is proven.Also on this episode, they go over the Cam Thomas signing, talk about Eurobasket, and list the NBA owners LEAST likely to attempt to circumvent the salary cap with under the table payments.Episode 809 (S11 Ep. 34)Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Tyler Parker joins Keith to talk about his Thunder winning the NBA title and which former player he wishes could have been included in the celebration. Also covered on this episode: Neemias Queta, Fred Malemed, Chet Holmgren's overall vibe, Mat Ishbia's taunt to the experts, and more.  Join the listener Fantasy Football league at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastEpisode 808 (S11 Ep. 33)

The Pacers had one of the most unexpected runs to the NBA Finals in NBA history, but it came at a huge cost as Tyrese Haliburton tore his Achilles in Game 7. To discuss the magic of that playoff streak and to find out what is in store for Indiana next season, after the Haliburton injury, Caitlin Cooper (Basketball She Wrote) joins this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast. Among the many topics, she discusses when she first had an inkling the Pacers could make the Finals, her thoughts on Myles Turner leaving for Milwaukee, and she has a dark revelation about Pop Tarts!Join the listener slack only at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastEpisode 807 (S11 Ep. 32)

Which NBA Summer League stats actually matter and are useful for evaluating players? Which ones can be ignored? And what do the numbers say about this year's crop of rookies? To answer these questions, Owen Phillips joins this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast to share his analysis on the most and least predictive stats from Summer League.Also covered: how many more heaves will we get in the NBA this season now that they don't hurt a player's 3-point percentage?Join the listener slack only at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastSign up for the free F5 newsletter from Owen at thef5.substack.comGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastEpisode 806 (S11 Ep. 31)

NBA Summer League is over and the Hornets are the champions. On this episode, Keith goes over his player notes from summer league, acknowledges some new record holders, talks about the All-Summer League Team (and snubs), and a lot more.Also covered: Damian Lillard and Chris Paul reunions!Join the listener slack only at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise sale at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastEpisode 805 (S11 Ep. 30)

After returning from Las Vegas, Keith and Dave have lots of thoughts on the things they saw (and ate). On this episode they talk about Carter Bryant, Kyle Filipowski, Ron Holland, Cooper Flagg, Tre Johnson and lots of other players from NBA Summer League.Also covered: Bradley Beal joins the Clippers, Cole Anthony joins the Bucks, and expansion!Join the listener slack only at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise sale at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastEpisode 803 (S11 Ep. 28)

The Miami Heat, Los Angeles Clippers and Utah Jazz made a 3-team trade where somewhat quizzically the Heat ended up not having to give up anything of value to bring in 20-point per game scorer Norm Powell. The Clippers shipped him out to bring in John Collins, and on this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave have some questions about exactly went down.Also discussed: Deandre Ayton joins the Lakers, Bradley Beal is going to get bought out, and NBA Summer league kicks off!Join the listener slack only at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise sale at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastEpisode 803 (S11 Ep. 28)

The Bucks shockingly waived and stretched Damian Lillard to give themselves the opportunity to sign free agent Myles Turner away from the Pacers. Did Milwaukee need to make this aggressive move or was it needlessly shortsighted? Dave DuFour and Keith Parish debate that on the latest episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, plus go over all the latest NBA Free Agency news, including the Nuggets trading Michael Porter Jr for Cam Johnson, the Hawks loading up, the Grizzlies signing Ty Jerome, and more. Plus: what is the hierarchy of the Eastern Conference next season?Join the listener slack only at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise sale at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastEpisode 802 (S11 Ep. 27)

Keith and Dave name the Least Valuable Players of the playoffs, plus discuss candy, intermissions, and the Pacers winning a "normal" game. Join the listener slack only at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise sale at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastEpisode 801 (S11 Ep. 26)

Keith and Dave discuss game 1 of the NBA Finals, plus Like Mike, Thibs getting fired, the Magic's new uniforms, and a lot more.Join the listener slack only at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise sale at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastEpisode 800 (S11 Ep. 25)

Keith and Dave discuss the Thunder and Pacers going up 3-1 on the Timberwolves and Knicks, the upcoming summer of trades, the best landing spot for Jonathan Kuminga, and a lot more.Join the listener slack and get Monday's bonus episode, only at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise sale at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastEpisode 799 (S11 Ep. 24)

Keith and Dave discuss the controversial (and emotional) lottery results, plus talk about the ramifications of Jayson Tatum's injury and the wide open title race. Join the listener slack and get Monday's bonus episode, only at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise sale at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastEpisode 798 (S11 Ep. 23)

Keith and Dave talk about the playoffs, accidents, the weird Rockets, and podcasters becomning coaches.Join the listener slack, only at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastGet 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFTry Underdog Fantasy and use code FBBF to get a free pick, plus a deposit match up to $1000: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfast.Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise sale at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastEpisode 797 (S11 Ep. 22)