Podcast appearances and mentions of Giannis Antetokounmpo

Former Pro Bowl safety Kerry Rhodes is in for Kelvin, and he and Rob debate whether the Indianapolis Colts will regret pushing all-in around journeyman quarterback Daniel Jones, and take Giannis Antetokounmpo to task for ripping Indiana Pacers fans after they booed Myles Turner in his return to Indy. Plus, former NFL offensive lineman and FOX Sports Radio Weekend host Ephraim Salaam swings by to discuss the New York Jets fire sale at the trade deadline, the Colts plans moving forward with Jones, what’s next for Kyler Murray in Arizona, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Verno and Jacoby return to recap what was seemingly revenge night across the league yesterday. They discuss Myles Turner's return to Indiana, Deandre Ayton taking control for the Lakers with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves both out, the latest on Ja Morant, and more. They next ask six questions about the NBA season so far. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(02:00) Myles Turner returns to Indiana, and Giannis beats the buzzer to win 117-115(10:45) Norman Powell and the Heat edge out the Clippers 120-119(12:26) Deandre Ayton dominates in his return to Portland as the Lakers beat the Blazers 123-115(15:02) What is going on with the Grizzlies' Ja Morant?(27:30) The Jazz steal a win against the Celtics(29:45) A Knicks vibe check(34:48) Should we take the Lakers seriously?(41:39) Is it time we recalibrate the Bulls?(46:40) Where do the Pelicans go from here?(52:16) How much more does Pablo Torre know?(58:02) Can the Rockets stay this hot offens The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers: Jessie Lopez and Stefan AndersonSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00-26:12) – Query & Company opens on a Tuesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing last night’s Indiana Pacers loss on a Giannis Antetokounmpo buzzer-beater. Jake weighs in on how the fans reacted to Myles Turner’s return, plays what Turner had to say after the game about the fan reaction, and has a theory as to how Turner felt last night during that game. (26:12-38:55) – The Director of International, Ben Guerrero, from the Indianapolis Colts calls into the show from Berlin to share all the events that will be going on leading up to the game against the Atlanta Falcons, how the selection process goes with the NFL to determine who plays in international games, why the franchise has adopted Germany as one of their international markets, and educates Jake on some of the words that he has learned in his eight trips to Germany. (38:55-46:08) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie sharing the breaking news that the Indianapolis Colts have traded two first round picks to the New York Jets for 2x First-Team All-Pro cornerback, Sauce Gardner. (46:08-1:08:44) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder joins the show from the Colts complex to break down the blockbuster trade between Indianapolis and the New York Jets that sends AD Mitchell and two first round picks to the Jets and Sauce Gardner to the Colts. Holder shares that the Colts started out by making calls about pass rusher before making this deal and believes that this deal will improve the pass rush with two shutdown corners on the outside. (1:08:44-1:17:09) – Jake and Eddie continue sharing their thoughts on the Colts trading for Sauce Gardner and open the phone lines for Colts fans to share their thoughts on the trade. What message is Chris Ballard sending to the team by trading for Sauce and trading away AD Mitchell? (1:17:09-1:28:41) – The second hour of Query & Company concludes with Jake and Eddie welcoming more callers to share their thoughts on the Colts acquiring Sauce Gardner. (1:28:41-1:53:26) – SNY sports anchor & reporter, Jeane Coakley, joins Query & Company to give the New York perspective on the blockbuster trade between the Jets and Colts. She shares what type of person Sauce Gardner is in the locker room, how shocked she was to see the Jets were trading him, believes that being on a winning team could even motivate Gardner to be even better than he already is, and reacts to another trade the Jets made. (1:53:26-2:07:05) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files makes his weekly appearance on Query & Company and starts his conversation with Jake by discussing how things played out last night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Myles Turner’s return. Scott also comments on the performance last night for Isaiah Jackson and some of the injuries that the Pacers suffered last night. (2:07:05-2:13:22) – Today’s show closes out with Jake being joined by JMV in studio to discuss last night’s Pacers game, Colts trading for Sauce Gardner, and to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bucks get a game winner while the Ja Morant story continues to unfold in Memphis

GP opens on the Grizzlies dropping their 3rd straight game last night with a loss at home to the Pistons + reaction to Ja Morant's postgame comments. (22:44) Former NBA Coach of the Year Avery Johnson joins the show (52:30) Clippers Owner Steve Balmer sued by former Aspiration employees, Giannis game winner, Miles Turner's return to Indy, College Hoops season underway, MLB Awards(1:32:10) GP's Carry Out with what we're watching tonight 

This week's Knicks highlights include Boomer and Gio sounding the alarm on Karl-Anthony Towns, as they have concerns about him being in proper shape to run in Mike Brown's offense. Plus, Sal Licata goes off on the head coach, calling him "Mike Clown," while Evan Roberts makes the case to at least be open to a Jalen Brunson for Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.

This week's Knicks highlights include Boomer and Gio sounding the alarm on Karl-Anthony Towns, as they have concerns about him being in proper shape to run in Mike Brown's offense. Plus, Sal Licata goes off on the head coach, calling him "Mike Clown," while Evan Roberts makes the case to at least be open to a Jalen Brunson for Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.

This week's Knicks highlights include Boomer and Gio sounding the alarm on Karl-Anthony Towns, as they have concerns about him being in proper shape to run in Mike Brown's offense. Plus, Sal Licata goes off on the head coach, calling him "Mike Clown," while Evan Roberts makes the case to at least be open to a Jalen Brunson for Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.

Verno and Jacoby return as they recap the Thursday night slate of games, which included a Bucks win without Giannis, the Spurs and Thunder remaining undefeated, and the Magic finally ending their losing streak. Next, the guys go through their loves and loathes from this week in the NBA. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch (02:43) Thursday night recap (24:25) Verno's and Jacoby's loves (53:06) Verno's and Jacoby's loathes Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez and Brian Waters Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour one is packed — Lamar Jackson's back as the Ravens crush the Dolphins, Tua's struggling, and Mike McDaniel's seat is hotter than ever. Jerry's got all the post-game soundbites, Rob Saleh loves Jaxson Dart, and Micah Parsons drops the wild story about Aaron Rodgers trying to sell him his house mid-game. We wrap up with the latest Knicks trade talk — could Karl-Anthony Towns really be a Giannis target?

10/29/25 Clipps & Drew identify the root of these massive individual scoring outbursts as this season sets a new record for 40-point games in the first week. The boys go around the league to discuss how things are shaping up after the first 4 games of the season including the surprise start for the Bulls, the Knicks and Cavs hitting speed bumps, Giannis carrying the Bucks, the Magic building a brick house, the Victor Wembanyama effect for the Spurs, the Clippers lack of scoring, Austin Reaves lifting up the short handed Lakers, and more. Check out www.clippsndrew.com and join our mailing list!

Dubs OT with John Dickinson: JD scrutinizes over a tough Warriors loss to a Giannis-less Milwaukee Bucks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another impressive Wemby performance plus the Bucks get a Giannis-less win.

What's next for the Lakers — and what can the new generation learn from the legends that built the game? In this episode of The CJ Moneyway Sh$w, CJ sits down with Ryan Ward, long-time Lakers Nation reporter and NBA analyst, to break down the truth about this year's Lakers roster, what went wrong in the playoffs, and how the team can rebuild to championship form. From honest talk about Anthony Davis and LeBron's leadership to the missing rim protection that cost the Lakers their postseason run, Ryan brings years of insider perspective — and CJ brings the passion that only a true fan can. The conversation doesn't stop at stats — it turns into a masterclass on mindset, legacy, and leadership. CJ and Ryan dig deep into what made Kobe Bryant's Mamba Mentality timeless — why his alley-oop to Shaq in the 2000 Western Conference Finals still defines what it means to never quit. They also debate the league's shifting power: from OKC's youth movement and Minnesota's rise to potential blockbuster trades involving Giannis Antetokounmpo, and how those moves could shape the NBA for the next decade. Whether you're a Lakers fan, a basketball purist, or a dreamer chasing greatness — this episode is a reminder that every season, like every life, is built brick by brick. Listen → https://pod.link/1707761906 Watch → https://www.youtube.com/@themoneywayshow8493 Shop → https://c.jmoneyway.com Subscribe → https://substack.com/@cjmoneyway?r=3vvrmy&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=profile #TheCJMoneywaySh$w #BishopKevinForeman #FaithInAction #Leadership #PurposeDriven #BrickByBrick #BleavNetwork #MoneywayMovement Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(00:20) The NBA's Scoring Surge(01:36) Austin Rivers "On the Bench" (06:57) Is 25 points The New 20? (14:17) Can The 76ers Compete in The East?(26:23) Tyrese Maxey is Underrated(31:06) Is Cam Boozer Ready For the NBA?  (37:40) Golf, Getting Angry At Things You Aren't Good At(42:36) The Milwaukee Bucks Are Dangerous(48:48)  Early MVP Candidates/Predictions(54:58) Halloween: In or Out?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In hour 1, Spadoni and Shasky discuss the brutal loss to the Milwaukee Bucks without Giannis.

Twitter Post Game Space me and Knick fans break down the Knicks' tough loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Mikal Bridges earns Player of the Game honors after another strong performance — one of the few bright spots on a rough night. Jalen Brunson came to play too, but beyond that? Things got ugly.We talk about Karl-Anthony Towns' rough shooting night, OG Anunoby's struggles, and how the Knicks simply couldn't slow down Giannis in the fourth quarter. What went wrong? What needs to change heading into the next matchup? We break it all down.

Steiny & Guru open with the Giannis-less Bucks beating down the Warriors in shocking fashion.

FINALLY!!!!! The spookiest day/night of the year has arrived and I'm soooooo ready to drink some Festbiers while handing out some candy and watching scary movies!!! I hope you have a fun & safe Halloween. We started things off this morning by day-dreaming about winning tonight's Mega Millions jackpot, talked about a recall on blood pressure medication, and discussed a list of freebies you can take advantage of today for Halloween! In sports, the Ravens easily beat the Dolphins last night, we looked at the rest of the Week 9 schedule, Bucks got a nice win over Golden State last night without Giannis in the game, the World Series continues tonight from Toronto, the Badger football team is on a bye this weekend, and the Badger men's basketball team starts their regular season on Monday. We let you know what's on TV this weekend and what's new in theaters. Plus, we talked to Doc just after 8am and got his Racing Report courtesy of County Materials in Holmen! Elsewhere in sports, LSU fired their athletic director a day after the Louisiana Governor had some rather negative comments about the football program, the Lakers are being sold, and Gervonta Davis is in some serious trouble just weeks before his scheduled fight against Jake Paul. In other Halloween-related stuff, we took a look at how much Americans are spending on the holiday this year, and a list of the Top 10 costumes for adults, kids, & pets! Speaking of pets…check out this dog that just got reunited with it's owner SEVEN years after it went missing during a robbery. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about the dangers of caramel apples, a dude who dropped a 2,000lb pumpkin on his GEO Metro, a warning from the po-po about weed candy, a woman who ordered some meds online but got body parts instead, a new "Florida Man Cam" at Nashville Predator games, and a drunk dude in Germany who fell out of a bar & into the backyard of a butcher shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors fall to the Bucks 120-110, Ryan Rollins has a revenge game scoring over 20 plus points, Giannis was out but Bucks still proved to be a problem, the Warriors were great on the free throw line, 22 turnovers led to 27 points for the Bucks, sloppy game on both offense and defense and more!

A light 28,16, and 1st career buzzer-beater for Austin Reaves...Coming up: Full reaction to Reaves's winner INCLUDING Luka's thoughts on the budding star...The Denver Nuggets are the first team in NBA history to drop 120 AND shoot 50% from the field in EACH of their first 4 games. How is Jokic elevating the mile high city to ANOTHER level? Have you peeped tonight's slate ? Giannis, Wemby, Steph....ALL in action and we take you LIVE to the site of EACH matchup to get you ready. Warriors on the road in Milwaukee tonight... we have a live report before the game on the new lineup that Steve Kerr has unlocked. Number 1 pick, Cooper Flagg continues to shine - but he could have even more put on his shoulders very soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Hour 2, Isaac and Suke clown on Giannis for the 6 step travel he committed that wasn't called, dive into a local recruiting story that proves how sleazy former LSU head coach Brian Kelly is, and more.

Combo and Alex of KnicksFanTV dive into the wildest Knicks trade ideas heating up timelines — from Brunson & KAT for Wemby to what a Giannis-to-New-York move could actually look like. They break down what's smart, what's insane, and what might secretly work for the Knicks' future. Then the convo shifts from New York chaos to LA storylines, as Combo and Alex touch on Austin Reaves' early season leap and why he looks like a max-level hooper. Finally, they react to Michael Jordan's NBC return and what it says about legacy, mentality, and why fans still crave that vintage fire. Hoops, culture, and perspective. And More! Find Combo here: New Twitter: @itsonetwocombo IG: @Onetwocombo YouTube: COMBO TV Support Combo's Court directly: Cash App: $comboscourt Venmo: @comboscourt USE CODE COMBO ON PRIZEPICKS! Sign up on PrizePicks using the promo code “Combo.” Make a deposit of $5 or more and receive $50 instantly here: prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/COMBO

Gil's Arena Throws A SPOOKY Halloween Special as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew Return to Gil's Arena to celebrate Halloween & the start of an incredible NBA Season with a terrifyingly special episode of everyone's favorite hoops podcast. They tip off the show reacting to another Austin Reaves masterclass as Lemon Daddy continued his unbelievable run as the Los Angeles Lakers #1 options with LeBron James & Luka Doncic out with injury and debate if the Lakers actually have a shot if their 2 superstars need time off this season. Next, they react to an old school NBA rivalry brewing between Anthony Edwards & Shai Gilgeous Alexander as the young superstars threw jabs at each other in recent marketing for their signature shoes and debate if Ant-Man is on the same level as Shai despite not winning nearly as many accolades as the Oklahoma City Thunder's reigning MVP winner before reacting to VJ Edgecombe & Tyrese Maxey leading the Philadelphia 76ers to an improbable 4-0 start, sparking a debate on the ceiling of this team when Joel Embiid finally starts to look like his MVP self. They then break down the offensive onslaught to start the NBA season as the league has seen over a dozen 40 point games and a record breaking four 50 burgers in the first 2 weeks of NBA action, launching a discussion on if offense has simply become too good in the modern NBA before they break down the the international dominance taking over the association led by Victor Wembanyama, Shai, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Nikola Jokic and debate if this will be the first time we see an all international All NBA first team. Finally, react to Michael Jordan's recent comments on the load management problem in the NBA on NBC and celebrate Halloween with a spooky secret scary segment. PLEASE give us a Like and Subscribe!! Today's Crew : Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants, Swaggy P, Kenyon Martin & Brandon Jennings Gil's Arena premieres every Wednesday & Thursday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GIL and play $5 to get $100 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/ARENA10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) 2 Min Countdown 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:00 Lemon Daddy Continues His Dominant Run 0:06:31 Reaves Will Push LeBron To The Corner 0:36:52 Jake From All State Shines For The Lakers 0:46:22 Ant-Man vs Shai Rivalry Is Brewing 0:54:37 NBA Scoring Explosion 1:06:11 Michael Jordan Speaks On Load Management 1:55:29 Scare or Dare 2:07:07 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Austin Reaves CARRYING The Los Angeles Lakers Fires Up Gil's Arena as Gilbert Arenas & The Gil's Arena Crew return to Gil's Arena to react to Lemon Daddy turning the Lakers' lemons into lemonade as Austin Reaves has put the team on his back amidst injuries to LeBron James & Luka Doncic, dropping a 50 piece and 40 bomb in back to back games. They break down what Reaves showed them with his offensive explosion and debate if the Lakers' 3rd option is proving himself worthy of a max contract this offseason. Next, they react to the skid mark seen around the world as Jaylen Brown left his hairline on the court this past weekend and discuss the poor start to the season for the Boston Celtics as the perennial NBA powerhouse has clearly struggled without Jayson Tatum as they opened the season winless so far. They then break down another mystifying performance from the human highlight reel Victor Wembanyama and debate where the french phenom already ranks amongst NBA Superstars before breaking down another hot start from a European superstar in Giannis Antetokounmpo as the Greek Freak continues to prove the Milwaukee Bucks are a contender as long as he is on the court. Finally, the continue to break down the up and down start to Cooper Flagg's career as the Dallas Mavericks' rookie sensation looks to find his footing before highlighting 2 brewing beefs in the NBA in Shai Gilgeous Alexander vs Anthony Edwards and Ja Morant vs Kendrick Perkins. PLEASE give us a Like and Subscribe!! Today's Crew : Gilbert Arenas, Josiah Johnson, Rashad McCants, Swaggy P & Brandon Jennings Gil's Arena premieres every Wednesday & Thursday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GIL and play $5 to get $100 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... Fetch a FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag for your Dog today. Go to https://RuffGreens.com and use promo code “Arena” SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) 2 Min Countdown 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:03 Jaylen Brown Leaves A Skid Mark 0:05:59 Should Tatum Return This Season? 0:13:22 AUDIO FIXED 0:23:40 Victor Wembanyama Is The Human Highlight Reel 0:23:46 Wemby Is Coming For The Best Player In The World Title 0:46:47 Giannis Puts The Bucks On His Back 0:55:43 Did Giannis Travel? 1:05:28 Lemon Daddy Is CARRYING The Lakers 1:19:41 Is Austin Reaves A Max Player? 1:36:14 Ja Morant vs Kendrick Perkins 1:47:41 Cooper Flagg's Roller Coaster Ride 2:08:56 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Warriors don't need Giannis anymore. We got Jimmy Butler!

Willard and Dibs' full show from Thursday, October 30th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs ask Warriors fans if they still want the Warriors to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, explain why they wouldn't want it to happen, and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to Giants manager Tony Vitello's introductory press conference, get ready for Warriors vs. Bucks and Steph Curry vs. Giannis Antetokounmpo, and more.

In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs ask Warriors fans if they still want the Warriors to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, explain why they wouldn't want it to happen, and more.

In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to Giants manager Tony Vitello's introductory press conference, get ready for Warriors vs. Bucks and Steph Curry vs. Giannis Antetokounmpo, and more.

Willard and Dibs debate if it's crazy to not want the Warriors to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo at this stage.

Willard and Dibs, ahead of Warriors vs. Bucks today, wonder if Warriors fans would still be interested in a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo?

A light 28,16, and 1st career buzzer-beater for Austin Reaves...Coming up: Full reaction to Reaves's winner INCLUDING Luka's thoughts on the budding star...The Denver Nuggets are the first team in NBA history to drop 120 AND shoot 50% from the field in EACH of their first 4 games. How is Jokic elevating the mile high city to ANOTHER level? Have you peeped tonight's slate ? Giannis, Wemby, Steph....ALL in action and we take you LIVE to the site of EACH matchup to get you ready. Warriors on the road in Milwaukee tonight... we have a live report before the game on the new lineup that Steve Kerr has unlocked. Number 1 pick, Cooper Flagg continues to shine - but he could have even more put on his shoulders very soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Hour 1, Steiny and Evan discuss the possibility of the Golden State Warriors trading for Giannis and if it could be a possibility

Are the Warriors desperate enough to trade for Bucks' star Giannis Antetokounmpo? Steiny and Evan break it down.

It Would Be Hard to Say No to a Giannis Deal full 1438 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:50:46 +0000 jUtD1F6vPqFISaXBBeP7uRWlZeBamCxC sports Steiny and Guru sports It Would Be Hard to Say No to a Giannis Deal Weekdays 10am - 2pm with Matt Steinmetz and Daryle 'the Guru' Johnson. © 2024 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link

The north never forgets.... and neither, apparently, does Giannis... What he said after last night's statement performance that might change how the East looks at Milwaukee...Something's shifting in Philly, and it starts with Maxey and a rookie turning heads. We'll explain what's brewing next. New developments in the league's ongoing gambling investigation and the major financial implications ahead...Still to come....Not 1, not 2, not 3 nor 4. Windy power ranks his top FIVE teams following week 1. Is their a surprise at the top? Pack your bags and grab your passports, we're going TRAVELING. Kinda...we're counting down the most egregious travel no-calls in NBA history. We'll explain...Hear from Jimmy Butler following Golden State's blowout win in the Bay. What's been the key to the Dubs success so far and can they reach another level? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did Knicks fans, in a loss, get a preview of what could be with Giannis?

The Knicks may have saw their future, Sexy Dexy disses Carl Banks, and Michael Jordan offends Evan

In this episode of RealGM Radio, NBA experts Wes Goldberg and Matt Moore break down the 2025 NBA contender tiers, diving into early-season surprises, elite teams, and breakout stars. From the Oklahoma City Thunder's title defense to Victor Wembanyama's meteoric leap, this deep dive explores how early trends shape the championship race. The duo also examines the Denver Nuggets, Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, and Minnesota Timberwolves, debating who truly belongs in the top tier. Later, they discuss under-the-radar teams like Houston, Milwaukee, and San Antonio, plus what's gone wrong for squads like Orlando and Atlanta. Packed with sharp insights, stats, and smart banter, this is your must-listen guide to where every team stands in the NBA's title chase. 00:00 – Intro: Breaking down the NBA contender tiers 01:25 – Early-season overreactions and meaningful trends 03:55 – OKC Thunder: defending champs or vulnerable? 06:12 – Thunder depth and star power discussion 08:25 – Tier Two: Denver Nuggets & Cleveland Cavaliers 11:40 – Denver's defensive issues and Jokic's dominance 14:15 – Can Cleveland's defense carry them to the Finals? 14:41 – Tier Three: Warriors and Timberwolves analysis 16:45 – Golden State's “Jimmy Butler era” & aging core 24:37 – Minnesota's defense and trade deadline potential 28:52 – Tier Four: Spurs, Rockets, Bucks & Knicks 32:12 – Victor Wembanyama's rise into NBA's elite 39:53 – Houston's struggles and the Fred VanVleet effect 45:09 – Giannis and the Bucks' identity; Knicks' hero-ball 49:21 – Mid-tier teams: Lakers, Clippers, Heat, Magic, etc. 59:51 – Miami's fast-paced offense & elite conditioning 1:03:23 – Disappointments: Celtics, Hawks, Pelicans 1:06:39 – The Cooper Flagg problem in Dallas 1:13:00 – Lamelo Ball's frustrations and Charlotte's direction 1:15:51 – Utah & Washington's surprising progress 1:17:31 – Trade deadline talk and rebuilding futures 1:19:15 – Outro: final thoughts on NBA tiers RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

Keith Murphy and Andy Fales discuss the incredible World Series between the Dodgers and Blue Jays before diving into Iowa State's matchup with Arizona this weekend. Giannis walks across Wisconsin, movies, and MORE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big dubs for the bucks over the knicks and the warriors over the clips!

In the first episode of the 2026 season... Kris Pursiainen, Albert Nguyen, and Zak Noble discuss Victor Wembanyama's explosive start to the season. Is Wemby already top-five? Who's better...for now?00:51 - Wemby's start to the season05:49 - The Spurs' current roster around Wemby12:05 - Jokic, SGA, Giannis locked in as top 3?16:12 - Brunson, Edwards, Mitchell, and 'the next tier'24:10 - What kind of roster is best around Wemby?31:21 - How will De'Aaron Fox's return change things?39:00 - Dylan Harper's off to a sprinting start45:20 - Can the Spurs win more games than the Nuggets?

(1:55) State of the Milwaukee Bucks(16:14) Sacramento Kings sign Russell Westbrook(25:58) LeBron's Character Allegations(29:51) Houston Rockets' Tall Starting Lineup(39:36) Austin Rivers' Hair Concerns(42:59) Can you wear Jerseys?(51:32) VJ Edgecombe Jr. or Stephon Castle(53:24) Year 3 Expectations for Victor Wembanyama(57:31) MVPs or Championships Discussion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(0:05) First Day with the full NBA on NBC and Peacock crew(15:50) Will the NBA investigation on Kawhi cloud the LA Clippers?(21:15) A new, uncertain chapter for Giannis & the Bucks(25:45) Houston Rockets ‘Big Ball' Lineup(40:30) Can Trae Young elevate Hawks into contenders?(52:45) Thunder, Nuggets will be Top Teams in the West(1:01:30) NBA's Next Generation Stars(1:08:40) Expectations for Cooper Flagg(1:22:15) LeBron's Second Decision Hennessy ad Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:00 - Last night, the Avs exorcised the Devils by a score of 8-4! The power of the Avs compells you! 4 of those goals came from the Power Play. Aside from a brutal 4 minute stretch that let New Jersey sneak back into the game, it was a completely dominant performance we've been waiting to see from this team. 14:23 - Someone asked Deion if there's a quick fix to CU's issues. Coach Prime then went on a monologue about how everyone wants everything instantly in today's society and no one has any patience anymore. He managed to incorporate "BBL" and "thick as a Snickers" into his quote. Impressive. How much patience should we have for Deion and CU? Because no one has a longer leash in the college football world than Coach Prime, as it stands right now.28:36 - We were all impressed by (about 90% of) last night's Avalanche game. What did Head Coach Jared Bednar think of his squad's performance?

Week 1 of the NBA season is officially in the books, and Victor Wembanyama continues to wow with his MVP-like play so far this season. Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard mf'in Beck discuss whether it's possible that we're seeing the first player since Giannis who can win MVP and DPOY. The rookie class has shown up and shown out in their first week as professionals. Who's in the very, very early lead for Rookie of the Year? The Sixers are 3-0 even though Joel Embiid's seen limited action. Is it time for the Sixers to keep their focus on Tyrese Maxey and rookie sensation V.J. Edgecombe? Plus, the mailbag returns! (0:00:00) Intro (2:15) Real or Not: Is Victor Wembanyama a lock for MVP, as Logan has predicted? (16:10) How realistic is it for San Antonio to seek to trade De'Aaron Fox? (21:22) Who's been the best rookie so far this season? (30:06) Are the Sixers better off not relying on Joel Embiid? (43:12) Will LaMelo Ball keep up the efficiency this season? (49:58) Mailbag: We talk about the Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga and why Mike Brown is playing everyone on the Knicks. Hit the mailbag! ⁠realonesmailbag@gmail.com⁠ The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out ⁠rg-help.com⁠ to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Logan Murdock, Howard Beck, and Raja Bell Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Audio ProducerClifford Augustin Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ho hum, another must-see night from Victor Wembanyama. Hear from the phenom on what sticks out MOST about his red hot start to the season...For the first time since we learned of Giannis' reported interest in the Knicks, the Greek Freak faces off against New York. We have updates for you on Cooper Flagg. What's the latest on his shoulder and why do his Mavs rank DEAD last in offensive efficiency? Not the combo you'd expect to shake up the East... but this one? It's working. Why this unlikely pair is suddenly must-watch TV. And with the Knicks bringing the spotlight to Milwaukee tonight, we'll tell you why this matchup could be more significant than just the box score...Fresh off a career-night we have Lauri Markkanen is joining the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're roughly a week into the 2025-26 regular season, and the guys have you covered with analysis! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give more of their early takeaways and questions from the season, including: the early dominance of Wemby and Giannis, the Heat pressing the turbo button, the Magic's shaky offense, the Raptors shaky defense, and much more.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/thedunkerspot(:32) Introduction(1:25) Teams Impressing Us: San Antonio Spurs(14:31) Teams Impressing Us: Miami Heat(21:44) Teams Impressing Us: Milwaukee Bucks(28:52) Teams Impressing Us: Denver Nuggets(34:15) Teams Impressing Us: Philadelphia 76ers(41:07) Teams making us think: New York Knicks(45:51) Teams making us think: Orlando Magic(49:42) Teams making us think: Houston Rockets(51:36) Teams making us think: Detroit Pistons(55:13) Teams making us think: Toronto Raptors(1:00:06) Teams making us think: Utah Jazz(1:04:18) Player Shoutouts(1:17:34) Free Throws

We're roughly a week into the 2025-26 regular season, and the guys have you covered with analysis! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give more of their early takeaways and questions from the season, including: the early dominance of Wemby and Giannis, the Heat pressing the turbo button, the Magic's shaky offense, the Raptors shaky defense, and much more.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/thedunkerspot(:32) Introduction(1:25) Teams Impressing Us: San Antonio Spurs(14:31) Teams Impressing Us: Miami Heat(21:44) Teams Impressing Us: Milwaukee Bucks(28:52) Teams Impressing Us: Denver Nuggets(34:15) Teams Impressing Us: Philadelphia 76ers(41:07) Teams making us think: New York Knicks(45:51) Teams making us think: Orlando Magic(49:42) Teams making us think: Houston Rockets(51:36) Teams making us think: Detroit Pistons(55:13) Teams making us think: Toronto Raptors(1:00:06) Teams making us think: Utah Jazz(1:04:18) Player Shoutouts(1:17:34) Free Throws

En este episodio, hacemos el Fastbreak con las noticias más importantes de días recientes, jugamos Realidad o Ficción con todo lo que estuvo pasando en la primera semana de acción y damos nuestros favoritos a los premios de Novato del Año y Jugador Defensa del Año. Únete a la comunidad de Whatsapp de Los NBA Freaks:https;//chat.whatsapp.com/FmSCEFkbeLyGzwnzfpSEFJRedes sociales:Facebook, X, Instagram: @losnbafreaksEmail:losnbafreaks@gmail.com