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Bryan Toporek and Morten Stig Jensen walk through all of the latest happenings in the NBA, both on and off the court.

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In-Season Tournament quarterfinals recap and IST semifinals preview from 2023-12-07T16:48:42

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the results of the in-season tournament quarterfinals and preview the IST semifinals.
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How can the Spurs and Pistons get back on track? from 2023-12-05T15:07

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the next steps that the San Antonio Spurs and Detroit Pistons need to make in their respecti...

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Has the first NBA In-Season Tournament been a success? from 2023-12-03T14:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the group-play stage of the first-ever In-Season Tournament and preview the knockout round.<...

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Where do the Warriors and Magic go from here? from 2023-11-30T15:36:42

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the next steps for the Golden State Warriors and Orlando Magic.

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Our early 2023-24 NBA League Pass favorites from 2023-11-27T14:17:18

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their favorite League Pass teams of the season to date.

2:45: Indiana Pacers
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Which teams should try to trade for Zach LaVine? from 2023-11-17T16:45:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Chicago Bulls' willingness to trade Zach LaVine and which teams should be interested. Listen

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Early standouts from the 2023-24 NBA season from 2023-11-11T18:47:08

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the players and teams that have stood out most to them in the first few weeks of the 2023-24...

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Early-season panic meter for the Grizzlies, Suns, Lakers, Bulls, Heat and Raptors from 2023-11-06T15:01:38

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams off to a slow start to the 2023-24 NBA season should be the most concerned.
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Top takeaways from the Clippers-Sixers James Harden trade from 2023-11-01T12:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Philadelphia 76ers and Los Angeles Clippers' outlooks after the James Harden trade.
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Top takeaways from opening night of the 2023-24 NBA season from 2023-10-26T17:52:37

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their top takeaways from opening night of the 2023-24 NBA season.

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Our 2023-24 NBA awards picks from 2023-10-23T14:24:37

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every major award ahead of the 2023-24 NBA season.

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Fun NBA financial chat with Keith Smith from 2023-10-20T23:37:50

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and special guest Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) discuss the inner workings of the NBA's financials, and how they relate to player c...

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Picking over/unders for every NBA team's 2023-24 win total from 2023-10-14T18:29:14

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Josh Eberley (@JoshEberley) make their over/under picks for every team's win total ahead of the 2023-24 NBA se...

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The 2023-24 NBA title race after the Dame and Jrue trades from 2023-10-11T15:20:05

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Es Baraheni (@JustEsBaraheni) of SDPN Sports discuss the 2023-24 NBA title race in the wake of the Damian Lill...

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Our 2023-24 NBA League Pass rankings from 2023-10-04T14:04:20

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by special guest Dan Favale (@danfavale) of the Hardwood Knocks podcast and Bleacher Repo...

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Winners and losers of the Celtics' Jrue Holiday trade from 2023-10-01T20:37:14

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the fallout from the Boston Celtics' trade for Jrue Holiday.

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The fallout from the Damian Lillard trade from 2023-09-28T02:06:43

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the fallout from the Milwaukee Bucks' blockbuster trade for Damian Lillard.

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2023-24 Southeast Division preview from 2023-09-27T11:50:43

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and Giancarlo Navas (@gnavas103) of the Miami Heat Beat podcast preview the Southeast Division ahead of the 2023-24 NBA season.<...

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2023-24 Northwest Division preview from 2023-09-22T19:40:57

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by special guest Ryan Blackburn (@NBABlackburn) to preview the Northwest Division ahead o...

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2023-24 Pacific Division preview from 2023-09-20T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Justin Russo (@FlyByKnite) preview the Pacific Division ahead of the 2023-24 NBA season.

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2023-24 Central Division preview from 2023-09-15T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Ti Windisch (@TiWindisch) of the Gyro Step Podcast preview the Central Division ahead of the 2023-24 NBA seaso...

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2023-24 Atlantic Division preview from 2023-09-11T13:27:11

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) of Spotrac preview the Atlantic Division ahead of the 20...

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2023-24 Southwest Division preview from 2023-09-08T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by special guest Mason Ginsberg (@MasonGinsberg) of the In The NO podcast to preview the ...

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Is Team USA in danger at the FIBA World Cup? from 2023-09-04T14:30:08

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Team USA's loss to Lithuania at the FIBA World Cup and Shai-Gilgeous Alexander's dynamic run...

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Early 2023 FIBA World Cup takeaways from 2023-09-01T12:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their top takeaways from the first round of the 2023 FIBA World Cup.

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P.J. Washington's new contract and Giannis Antetokounmpo's future from 2023-08-28T13:36:31

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss P.J. Washington's new contract with the Charlotte Hornets and Giannis Antetokounmpo's future...

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2023 FIBA World Cup preview from 2023-08-25T14:19:24

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the 2023 FIBA World Cup.

3:10: Team USA breakdown
15:17: What Anthony Edward...

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Breaking down the early 2023-24 NBA awards favorites from 2023-08-21T13:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the early favorites for each of the major 2023-24 NBA awards.

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Where do James Harden and the Sixers go from here? from 2023-08-17T16:48:57

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Trill Bro Dude (@trillbrodude) of the You Know Ball podcast discuss the absolute dumpster fire that is the Phi...

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Josh Hart's extension and early 2023-24 schedule leaks from 2023-08-13T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Josh Hart's new extension, the early leaks from the 2023-24 NBA schedule and the latest on t...

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Anthony Davis and Jaylen Brown's record-setting extensions from 2023-08-09T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Harrison Faigen (@hmfaigen) of SB Nation discuss the record-setting extensions that Anthony Davis signed with ...

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The in-season tournament, the new flopping penalty and NBA changes we'd like to see from 2023-07-26T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the NBA's new in-season tournament, changes to the flopping and coaches' challenge rules and...

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Is Joel Embiid's future with the Sixers in peril? from 2023-07-20T15:16:48

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down Joel Embiid's recent comments about wanting to win a championship "in Philly or anywhere ...

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Isaiah Stewart's extension, Paul Reed's offer sheet and Pascal Siakam's future from 2023-07-16T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Isaiah Stewart's extension with the Detroit Pistons, the Philadelphia 76ers' decision to mat...

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Dejounte Murray's extension, the Grant Williams sign-and-trade and Matisse Thybulle's offer sheet from 2023-07-07T15:24:46

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Dejounte Murray's new extension, the Grant Williams sign-and-trade and the Portland Trail Bl...

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Who are the top title contenders after the first wave of free agency? from 2023-07-05T16:19:33

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss who the top title contenders are after the first wave of free agency and highlight the top r...

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Best and worst contracts of 2023 NBA free agency so far from 2023-07-03T12:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) of Spotrac and The Front Office Show discuss their favorite and least-favorite signings from th...

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Damian Lillard's trade request and James Harden trade scenarios from 2023-07-01T20:05:46

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Damian Lillard's trade request and where James Harden might end up after opting into his con...

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2023 NBA free agency preview from 2023-06-29T15:47

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Utah Jazz's trade for John Collins, the Chicago Bulls extending Nikola Vucevic and previ...

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Winners and losers of the 2023 NBA draft from 2023-06-23T21:16:47

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Giancarlo Navas (@gnavas103) of the Miami Heat Beat podcast discuss the winners and losers of the 2023 NBA dra...

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Bradley Beal trade reaction and fallout from 2023-06-20T12:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Dan Favale (@danfavale) of the Hardwood Knocks podcast discuss the Phoenix Suns' trade for Bradley Beal and th...

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Biggest offseason questions for the Hornets, Pistons, Magic, Pacers and Wizards from 2023-06-15T17:54:11

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Charlotte Hornets, Detroit Pistons, Orlando Magic, I...

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What's next for the Nuggets and Heat after the NBA Finals? from 2023-06-14T00:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the fallout from the 2023 NBA Finals and the biggest offseason questions for the Denver Nugg...

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Are the Finals effectively over? What's next for Chris Paul and the Celtics? from 2023-06-10T19:22:52

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss whether the Miami Heat can come back from their 3-1 NBA Finals deficit against the Denver Nu...

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Heat steal Finals home-court advantage and reacting to coaching hires from 2023-06-07T00:33:29

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the first two games of the 2023 NBA Finals and the latest coaching updates around the NBA. Listen

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What's next for the Lakers, Sixers and Knicks? from 2023-05-26T19:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Los Angeles Lakers, Philadelphia 76ers, and New York...

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What's next for the Bulls, Raptors, Pelicans and Thunder? from 2023-05-21T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Chicago Bulls, Toronto Raptors, New Orleans Pelicans...

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2023 NBA draft lottery reaction and Eastern Conference Finals preview from 2023-05-18T01:33:20

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the fallout from the 2023 NBA draft lottery, preview the Eastern Conference Finals and discu...

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Western Conference Finals preview and what's next for the Warriors and Suns? from 2023-05-13T17:56:54

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the 2023 Western Conference Finals and discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Golde...

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All-NBA reaction and which teams will advance to the conference finals? from 2023-05-11T15:47:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams they expect to make it to the conference finals and react to the All-NBA teams.<...

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What's next for the Grizzlies, Clippers, Timberwolves and Kings? from 2023-05-08T20:24:28

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Memphis Grizzlies, Los Angeles Clippers, Minnesota T...

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Early takeaways from Round 2 of the 2023 NBA playoffs from 2023-05-03T15:06:48

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their early takeaways from Round 2 of the 2023 NBA playoffs.

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What's next for the Bucks, Cavaliers, Hawks and Nets? from 2023-04-28T14:49:49

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Milwaukee Bucks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Atlanta Hawks ...

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Panic meter for each remaining first-round playoff series from 2023-04-26T15:11:08

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the five ongoing first-round series and whether any team can overcome a 3-1 deficit.
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2022-23 NBA awards reaction and our remaining picks from 2023-04-21T13:52:14

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the awards that have been announced for the 2022-23 NBA season and make their picks for the ...

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Early takeaways from Round 1 of the 2023 NBA playoffs from 2023-04-19T16:27:51

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their early takeaways from the opening round of the 2023 NBA playoffs.

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The futures of Rudy Gobert and Trae Young from 2023-04-12T14:18:41

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the long-term futures of Rudy Gobert and Trae Young.

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What we know (and don't know) about the NBA's new CBA from 2023-04-05T15:33:44

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what's been reported so far about the NBA's new collective bargaining agreement.

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Bogdan Bogdanovic's extension and the state of NBA discourse from 2023-03-18T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Bogdan Bogdanovic's extension with the Atlanta Hawks and the current state of NBA discourse....

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Ranking the best young cores in the NBA from 2023-03-16T12:22

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams have the best young cores in the NBA.

1:00: Detroit Pistons and Houst...

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How recent injuries are shaking up the Western Conference from 2023-03-13T11:23:57

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the recent injury news about Lonzo Ball, Steven Adams, Kevin Durant, LeBron James and Luka D...

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Updated 2022-23 NBA awards picks with one month left from 2023-03-08T16:45:32

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every major award with one month left in the 2022-23 NBA season.

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Western Conference title contenders and pretenders from 2023-03-06T14:10:41

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which Western Conference teams are legitimate title contenders and which are pretenders.
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Eastern Conference title contenders and pretenders from 2023-03-02T16:11:23

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) separate the Eastern Conference title contenders from the pretenders.

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Hawks fire Nate McMillan, Russ' fit on the Clippers and Kevin Love to the Heat from 2023-02-23T15:50:30

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Atlanta Hawks' decision to fire head coach Nate McMillan, Russell Westbrook's fit on the...

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The top buyout signings and best remaining buyout options from 2023-02-18T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top buyout signings so far and the best remaining options on the buyout market.
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Winners and losers of the 2023 NBA trade deadline from 2023-02-10T23:05:05

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the winners and losers from the 2023 NBA trade deadline.

18:10: Brooklyn Nets
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The fallout from the Dallas Mavericks trading for Kyrie Irving from 2023-02-06T03:42:47

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the fallout from the Dallas Mavericks' decision to trade for Kyrie Irving.

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Kyrie Irving's trade request and possible landing spots from 2023-02-04T20:29:24

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Kyrie Irving's trade request from the Brooklyn Nets and possible landing spots for him.
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All-Star surprises and snubs and talking O.G. Anunoby, Bulls and Christian Wood trades from 2023-02-03T20:48:01

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss surprises and snubs from the All-Star reserves and then discuss O.G. Anunoby, Chicago Bulls ...

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All-Star starter snubs and our All-Star reserve picks from 2023-01-30T13:00:01

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the All-Star starter selections and make their picks for the All-Star reserves.

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The Rui Hachimura trade and which West teams need to make a move ahead of the trade deadline? from 2023-01-27T14:40:52

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Rui Hachimura trade and which Western Conference teams need to make a move ahead of the ...

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Which Eastern Conference title hopefuls need an upgrade at the trade deadline? from 2023-01-23T14:30:26

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which Eastern Conference title hopefuls need to make an upgrade ahead of the NBA's Feb. 9 tr...

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Our 2022-23 NBA midseason awards picks from 2023-01-16T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their midseason awards picks for the 2022-23 NBA season.

1:00: MVP
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Which NBA teams are facing a make-or-break January? from 2023-01-12T02:30:32

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which NBA teams are facing a make-or-break January.

1:40: Toronto Raptors
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Who should be named an All-Star starter? from 2023-01-05T21:02:32

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which players should be named starters in the 2023 NBA All-Star Game.

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James Harden's future in Philadelphia, Luka Magic and the streaking Brooklyn Nets from 2022-12-28T16:42:01

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss James Harden's future in Philadelphia, Luka Doncic's historic night against the New York Kni...

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Which teams make sense as Trae Young trade partners? from 2022-12-26T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams might make sense as a trade partner for Trae Young.


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How Anthony Davis' injury impacts the Lakers' trade deadline outlook from 2022-12-21T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and SB Nation NBA Editorial Manager Harrison Faigen (@hmfaigen) discuss how Anthony Davis' foot injury impacts the Los Angeles L...

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Interview with former NBA All-Star Deron Williams from 2022-12-17T12:07:20

Former NBA All-Star, and two-time All-NBA point guard, Deron Williams joins Mort on the pod to talk about his career, what he's been up to since retiring, which current player he'd love to play wit...

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The start of NBA trade season and the latest on CBA negotiations from 2022-12-15T16:07:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the NBA's new awards trophies, the start of NBA trade season and the latest on the CBA negotiations...

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Anthony Davis' resurgence, Killian Hayes' emergence and Cam Reddish trade rumors from 2022-12-09T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek)

2:30: How Anthony Davis' resurgence affects the Lakers' outlook
20:32: What does Killian H...

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Revisiting the best and worst moves of the 2022 NBA offseason from 2022-12-02T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) revisit the best and worst moves of the 2022 NBA offseason now that we're one-quarter of the way through th...

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2022-23 NBA quarter-season awards picks from 2022-11-28T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their awards picks for the first quarter of the 2022-23 NBA season.

1:30: MVP
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Should the Bulls blow it up? Plus John Collins and Jae Crowder trade rumors from 2022-11-20T13:00:01

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss whether the Chicago Bulls can turn their disappointing season around and try to find landing spots ...

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The most surprising players one month into the 2022-23 NBA season from 2022-11-15T18:19:39

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the most surprising players one month into the 2022-23 NBA season.

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Anthony Davis landing spots and trade packages from 2022-11-11T18:22:52

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss potential landing spots and trade packages for Anthony Davis.

3:00: Why the Lakers shoul...

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Early impressions of the biggest offseason acquisitions from 2022-11-07T16:00:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the early returns from the biggest acquisitions of this past offseason.

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What's next for the Brooklyn Nets after parting ways with Steve Nash? from 2022-11-02T14:55:46

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what's next for the Brooklyn Nets after they parted ways with head coach Steve Nash on Tuesday.
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Early-season panic meter: Which teams should be the most concerned? from 2022-10-31T13:07:24

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams should be the most concerned about their slow start to the 2022-23 NBA season.
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Which hot starts to the 2022-23 NBA season are sustainable? from 2022-10-27T15:18:05

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which hot starts to the 2022-23 NBA season are sustainable.

1:35: New York Knicks
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The best surprises from the first week of the 2022-23 NBA season from 2022-10-24T14:06:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every Eastern Conference team's over/under. 

1:15: The tankers aren't tanki...

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Buying/selling hot takes from 2022-23 NBA opening week from 2022-10-21T17:42:12

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss whether to buy or sell some of the hot takes from the first few days of the 2022-23 NBA season.
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2022-23 NBA playoff predictions and Finals picks from 2022-10-16T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their playoff picks for both conferences and their Finals picks ahead of the 2022-23 NBA season.
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Our 2022-23 NBA awards picks from 2022-10-13T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every major award ahead of the 2022-23 NBA season.

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Draymond Green's punch, the Victor Wembanyama tank race and Rob Pelinka's extension from 2022-10-10T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Draymond Green's punch, Victor Wembanyama's stateside debut and Rob Pelinka's extension with the Lo...

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Picking over/unders for every 2022-23 NBA win total from 2022-10-06T14:35:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every NBA team's over/under ahead of the 2022-23 season.

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Our 2022-23 League Pass rankings from 2022-10-03T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Dan Favale (@danfavale) go through their League Pass rankings for the 2022-23 NBA season. Listen

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The latest on Deandre Ayton, Jae Crowder, Ime Udoka and Lonzo Ball from 2022-09-29T17:23:28

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) speaks with Gerald Bourguet (@GeraldBourguet) of PHNX Sports about Deandre Ayton's apparent dissatisfaction in Phoenix and Jae Crowder'...

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2022-23 Southwest Division preview from 2022-09-26T12:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Mason Ginsberg (@MasonGinsberg) preview the Southwest Division ahead of the 2022-23 NBA seas...

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2022-23 Pacific Division preview from 2022-09-23T14:11:54

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Mike Vigil (@protectedpick) preview the Pacific Division ahead of the 2022-23 NBA season.

2:50: How do the...

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2022-23 Northwest Division preview from 2022-09-19T12:00:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Ryan Blackburn (@NBABlackburn) preview the Northwest Division ahead of the 2022-23 NBA seaso...

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2022-23 Southeast Division preview from 2022-09-14T13:50:57

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Giancarlo Navas (@gnavas103) preview the Southeast Division ahead of the 2022-23 NBA season.

3:40: How wil...

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2022-23 Atlantic Division preview from 2022-09-11T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) preview the Atlantic Division ahead of the 2022-23 NBA season.

3:45: Will the...

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The Donovan Mitchell trade and 2022-23 Central Division preview from 2022-09-02T16:51:01

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Ti Windisch (@TiWindisch) of the Gyro Step Podcast Network discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' trade for Donovan Mitchel...

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Debating the top players in the 2022-23 NBA season from 2022-08-29T13:09:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek and special guest Esfandiar Baraheni (@JustEsBaraheni) discuss the top players for the 2022-23 NBA season.

1:30: The superstar tier
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The fallout from Kevin Durant rescinding his trade request from 2022-08-25T12:19:47

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Josh Eberley (@JoshEberley) discuss the fallout from Kevin Durant's decision to rescind his trade request.

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LeBron's extension with the Lakers and Ben Simmons' grievance settlement from 2022-08-22T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what LeBron James' extension means for the Los Angeles Lakers and the bigger-picture implications o...

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Highlights of the 2022-23 NBA schedule from 2022-08-18T15:15:56

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the highlights from the newly released 2022-23 NBA schedule.

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Where do Kevin Durant and the Nets go from here? from 2022-08-11T13:53:56

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss where Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets go from here after he reiterated his trade request over th...

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The best players left on the 2022 free-agent market from 2022-08-04T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the best players left on the 2022 free-agent market.

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The Sixers get investigated for tampering and the Warriors' extension quandary from 2022-08-01T11:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the NBA's tampering investigation of the Philadelphia 76ers and the Golden State Warriors' upcoming...

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How should the Lakers solve their Russell Westbrook dilemma? from 2022-07-28T11:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Anthony Irwin (@AnthonyIrwinLA) of Silver, Screen & Roll discuss the latest updates the Los Angeles Lakers' attempts ...

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What's next for the Pacers after missing out on Deandre Ayton? from 2022-07-22T11:00:05

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Caitlin Cooper (@C2_Cooper) of Indy Cornrows discuss what's next for the Indiana Pacers after they missed out on Dean...

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Deandre Ayton returns to Phoenix, but where is Donovan Mitchell headed? from 2022-07-18T15:49:50

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Deandre Ayton's return to the Phoenix Suns, where Donovan Mitchell might be headed next, Russell We...

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Winners and losers of 2022 NBA free agency from 2022-07-11T15:28:43

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest winners and losers from the first week-and-a-half of 2022 NBA free agency.

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The best and worst signings of 2022 NBA free agency from 2022-07-07T15:12:48

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the best and worst signings from the first week of 2022 NBA free agency.

1:20: Caleb Mar...

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The biggest deals from Days 1 and 2 of 2022 NBA free agency from 2022-07-02T22:43:25

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest deals from the first two days of 2022 NBA free agency.

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Our 2022 NBA free agency preview from 2022-06-30T00:40:42

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the 2022 NBA free-agent class.

1:15: How James Harden's opt-out impacts the Sixers
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Winners and losers of the 2022 NBA draft from 2022-06-24T21:21:36

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) go over the biggest winners and losers from the 2022 NBA draft.

2:30: Which team was the biggest...

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The Jerami Grant trade and pre-2022 NBA draft buzz from 2022-06-23T14:43:48

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Jerami Grant trade and the latest news and rumors leading up to the 2022 NBA draft.

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2022 NBA draft preview with Ricky O'Donnell of SB Nation from 2022-06-21T11:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Ricky O'Donnell (@SBN_Ricky) to preview the 2022 NBA draft.

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The Christian Wood trade and what's next for the Celtics and Warriors from 2022-06-20T14:29:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Christian Wood trade, Kenny Atkinson's about-face on the Charlotte Hornets and the biggest offs...

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2022 NBA draft preview with Jonathan Wasserman of Bleacher Report from 2022-06-17T22:14:05

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Bleacher Report draft expert Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) to preview the 2022 NBA draft...

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How the Celtics can force Game 7, the Thunder-Nuggets trade and Kenny Atkinson's fit in Charlotte from 2022-06-15T00:42:18

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Games 4 and 5 of the NBA Finals, preview Game 6, then touch on the JaMychal Green trade and the Cha...

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The Celtics take control of the Finals, and are the Jazz set to blow themselves up? from 2022-06-09T13:43:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Games 2 and 3 of the 2022 NBA Finals and whether the Utah Jazz are poised to blow their roster apar...

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Finals Game 1 reaction and big-picture takeaways from the 2022 NBA playoffs from 2022-06-04T21:55:01

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Game 1 of the 2022 NBA finals and the big-picture takeaways from the playoffs.

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Our 2022 NBA Finals preview and what's next for the Heat? from 2022-05-31T11:40:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the 2022 NBA Finals and discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Miami Heat.

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Heat-Celtics Game 7 preview and what's next for the Mavericks? from 2022-05-28T21:35:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview Game 7 of Heat-Celtics, discuss the Mavericks' biggest offseason questions and round up the latest ...

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Are we headed for a Warriors-Heat NBA Finals? from 2022-05-22T21:49:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) give their updated conference finals predictions after the first few games of Celtics-Heat and Warriors-Mav...

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The biggest questions after the 2022 NBA draft lottery from 2022-05-18T22:01:01

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest questions after the 2022 NBA draft lottery.

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Conference Finals preview and what's next for the Suns, Bucks? from 2022-05-16T15:30:06

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the Eastern and Western Conference Finals and discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Phoen...

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Previewing Game 7 of Celtics-Bucks and Suns-Mavericks and what's next for Sixers, Grizzlies? from 2022-05-14T21:51:53

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview Game 7 of the Celtics-Bucks and Suns-Mavericks series and discuss the biggest offseason questions f...

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Updated conference semifinals predictions and what's next for the Hawks, Bulls and Raptors? from 2022-05-10T14:05:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) give their updated predictions for the conference semifinals and discuss the biggest offseason questions fo...

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What's next for the Jazz, Pelicans, Timberwolves and Nuggets? from 2022-05-04T15:01:18

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Utah Jazz, New Orleans Pelicans, Minnesota Timberwolves and...

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Our 2022 NBA Conference Semifinals preview from 2022-05-01T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the 2022 NBA conference semifinals and make their predictions for each series.

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What's next for the Nets, Cavaliers, Hornets, Clippers and Spurs? from 2022-04-26T14:22:41

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Brooklyn Nets, Cleveland Cavaliers, Charlotte Hornets, Los ...

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How the Booker and Middleton injuries shake up the playoffs from 2022-04-22T22:24:35

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss how Devin Booker and Khris Middleton's recent injuries could impact the 2022 NBA playoffs.
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Top takeaways from Game 1 of every first-round playoff series from 2022-04-18T17:09:54

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their top takeaways from Game 1 of every first-round playoff series.

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Previewing Round 1 of the 2022 NBA playoffs from 2022-04-15T12:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Dan Favale (@danfavale) of the Hardwood Knocks podcast make their picks for every first-round series in the 2022 NBA ...

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Our final 2021-22 NBA awards picks from 2022-04-12T12:00:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their final awards picks for the 2021-22 NBA season.

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What's next for the Lakers, Blazers, Kings, Rockets and Thunder? from 2022-04-10T12:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Anthony Irwin (@AnthonyIrwinLA) of Silver, Screen & Roll discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Los Angeles ...

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What's next for the Pacers, Wizards, Knicks, Magic and Pistons? from 2022-04-07T12:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Mark Schindler (@MSchindlerNBA) discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Indiana Pacers, Washington Wizards, N...

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A deep dive into this year's MVP race from 2022-04-04T12:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) is joined by special guest Ryan Blackburn (@NBABlackburn) of Denver Stiffs and the Pickaxe & Roll podcast to discuss the MVP race and t...

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How Robert Williams' injury and PG13 and Anthony Davis' returns could shake up the playoffs from 2022-04-02T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) is joined by special guest Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) of Spotrac and Celtics Blog to discuss how Robert Williams' injury and the retu...

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Which playoff teams should be most concerned heading into April? from 2022-03-27T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which playoff teams have the biggest concerns heading into April.

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Our 2021-22 NBA All-Rookie teams from 2022-03-24T15:03:31

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for their All-Rookie teams for the 2021-22 NBA season.

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Steph's injury, Pat Williams' return and LeBron's GOAT case from 2022-03-21T12:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Stephen Curry's latest injury, Patrick Williams' imminent return and LeBron James' GOAT case.
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Which play-in teams could upend the 2022 NBA playoffs? from 2022-03-17T16:16:36

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams in the play-in tournament could go on a deep playoff run.

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Injury returns that could swing the 2022 NBA playoffs and an Iffe Lundberg scouting report from 2022-03-14T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest names who could return from injuries and swing the 2022 NBA playoffs.

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Updated awards picks at the three-quarters mark of the 2021-22 NBA season from 2022-03-10T15:23:06

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their updated picks for every major award with one month left in the 2021-22 NBA season.

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Which teams are legitimate dark-horse NBA title contenders? from 2022-03-06T13:20:51

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams should be considered legitimate dark-horse title contenders.

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Early impressions of James Harden and the new-look Sixers from 2022-03-03T16:36:20

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) is joined by special guest TrillBroDude (@TrillBroDude) of the You Know Ball podcast to discuss their early impressions of James Harden...

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Can the Pelicans salvage the Zion Williamson era? from 2022-02-27T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Mason Ginsberg (@MasonGinsberg) of the In the NO podcast discuss the latest drama between Zion Williamson and the New...

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What's next for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers? from 2022-02-24T13:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Harrison Faigen (@hmfaigen) of Silver Screen and Roll discuss LeBron James' future with the Los Angeles Lakers after ...

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Top NBA storylines to watch after the All-Star break from 2022-02-22T13:00:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Mark Schindler (@mschindlerNBA) of Basketball News and Indy Cornrows discuss what they're most excited to watch after...

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Making sense of the Eastern Conference after the trade deadline from 2022-02-17T16:03:28

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) try to make sense of the Eastern Conference after the explosive 2022 NBA trade deadline.

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Winners and losers of the 2022 NBA trade deadline from 2022-02-11T15:17:53

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest winners and losers from the 2022 NBA trade deadline.

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Sabonis, McCollum and LeVert trade reaction and final trade deadline predictions from 2022-02-09T14:48:59

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Domantas Sabonis-Tyrese Haliburton blockbuster along with the CJ McCollum and Caris LeVert trad...

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Latest Harden-Sixers buzz, Clippers-Blazers trade and trade deadline buyers from 2022-02-05T21:52:36

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the latest James Harden trade rumors, dissect the Clippers-Blazers trade and break down which teams...

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Which teams should be sellers at the 2022 NBA trade deadline? from 2022-02-03T15:37:43

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams should considering selling ahead of the 2022 NBA trade deadline.

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All-Star starter reaction, Harden-Sixers buzz and how did the Knicks get... here? from 2022-01-29T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Dan Favale (@danfavale) of the Hardwood Knocks podcast (@HardwoodKnocks) and Bleacher Report discuss All-Star starter...

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Our 2021-22 NBA midseason awards picks from 2022-01-23T16:01:37

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss who they'd pick for every major award at the midway point of the 2021-22 NBA season.

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Vogel on the hot seat, Kings/Ben Simmons rumors and Jerami Grant and Myles Turner's trade market from 2022-01-20T15:18:07

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Frank Vogel being on the hot seat, what to make of the Sacramento Kings/Ben Simmons rumors and the ...

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The Cam Reddish trade, KD and LaVine's injuries and trouble in Utah? from 2022-01-17T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Cam Reddish trade, the implications of Kevin Durant and Zach LaVine's injuries and what to make...

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What's next for Clippers and Blazers, Tobias Harris trade rumors and John Collins' future from 2022-01-13T16:15:29

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the latest on the Portland Trail Blazers, Los Angeles Clippers, Tobias Harris trade rumors and John...

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Interview with Pete Croatto, Author of 'From Hang Time to Prime Time' from 2022-01-10T22:14:24

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) has Pete Croatto (@petecroatto), author of the book "From Hang Time to Prime Time," on to discuss the NBA's marketing advancements during...

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Trade deadline questions and Kawhi Leonard's eventual return from 2022-01-08T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what the Chicago Bulls and Atlanta Hawks should do at the trade deadline, how the play-in tournamen...

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Kyrie and Klay's returns, Rubio's injury and re-evaluating OKC's rebuild from 2022-01-04T21:35:36

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the imminent returns of Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson, the Cleveland Cavaliers' response to Ricky ...

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Which teams are facing a make-or-break January? from 2021-12-30T13:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams are heading into a make-or-break January.

Which direction will the Boston Ce...

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Trade ideas we'd like to see happen from 2021-12-27T13:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss trade ideas they'd like to see happen by the NBA's Feb. 10 trade deadline.

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Who might be a first-time All-Star? from 2021-12-24T13:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss early potential All-Star locks and which players might earn their first All-Star nod.

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The NBA's COVID response, the MVP debate and latest trade buzz from 2021-12-19T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the NBA's ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, where Stephen Curry and Nikola Jokic belong in the MVP convers...

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The best surprises of the 2021-22 NBA season so far from 2021-12-16T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the best surprises of the 2021-22 NBA season to date.

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Which 2021 free agents might get traded after Dec. 15? from 2021-12-13T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every Eastern Conference team's over/under. 

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Our 2021-22 quarter-season NBA awards picks from 2021-12-09T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every major award one-quarter of the way through the 2021-22 NBA season.

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Which NBA teams need to make a major change? from 2021-12-05T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which NBA teams are in need of a major shakeup.

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MPJ, Bam and Dame injuries, Kemba benched and tampering penalties from 2021-12-02T20:59:26

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the impact of Michael Porter Jr., Bam Adebayo and Damian Lillard's injuries, what's next for Kemba ...

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Kings fire Walton, Tatum-Brown drama and Sixers' trade target list from 2021-11-26T13:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Sacramento Kings' future after firing Luke Walton, Tim Bontemps' report about the Boston Celtic...

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Playing 'pretender or contender?' one month into the 2021-22 NBA season from 2021-11-21T13:00:12

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams look like title contenders and which are pretenders one month into the 2021-22 NBA seas...

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Which teams should already be in panic mode? from 2021-11-14T13:11:50

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams should already be in panic mode one month into the 2021-22 NBA season.

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Early impressions of rookies and Ben Simmons to the Celtics? from 2021-11-11T13:00:14

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their early takeaways about the top rookies from the 2021 NBA draft class and the recent report lin...

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The Robert Sarver report, Celtics dysfunction and latest on Kyrie and Simmons from 2021-11-07T16:41:24

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss ESPN's blockbuster report about Suns owner Robert Sarver, the Boston Celtics' early-season dysfunct...

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Which hot starts to the 2021-22 NBA season are sustainable? from 2021-11-05T02:52:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss players and teams that have gotten off to hot starts in the 2021-22 NBA season, and whether those a...

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Which slow starts should we be worried about? from 2021-10-29T12:00:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss players and teams who have gotten off to slow starts and how concerned to be about them.

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Best and worst extensions from the rookie-scale deadline from 2021-10-26T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss all of the extensions signed ahead of last week's rookie-scale deadline.

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Early surprises and disappointments from the 2021-22 NBA season + the NBA's Top 75 from 2021-10-23T14:58:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest surprises and disappointments from the first few days of the 2021-22 NBA season. 
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Our 2021-22 NBA season predictions from 2021-10-18T12:00:15

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their predictions for the 2021-22 NBA season.

Which teams will make the playoffs? Which tea...

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Part 2 of our 2021-22 League Pass rankings from 2021-10-15T12:00:15

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Adam Fromal (@fromal09) and Dan Favale (@danfavale) of the Hardwood Knocks podcast (@Hardwood...

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Part 1 of our 2021-22 League Pass rankings from 2021-10-12T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Adam Fromal (@fromal09) and Dan Favale (@danfavale) of the Hardwood Knocks podcast (@Hardwood...

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The Nets' Kyrie conundrum, Ayton's extension talks and the latest Ben Simmons update from 2021-10-09T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Brooklyn Nets' conundrum with Kyrie Irving, Deandre Ayton's extension talks and the latest on B...

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Our 2021-22 awards predictions from 2021-10-04T12:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their awards predictions for the 2021-22 NBA season.

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Mailbag! Tanking, tampering, Timberwolves and more from 2021-10-01T11:51:29

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) answer a number of questions submitted by listeners.

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2021-22 Atlantic Division preview from 2021-09-27T12:00:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest questions for every Atlantic Division team ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season.

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2021-22 Central Division preview from 2021-09-23T16:42:51

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest questions for every Central Division team ahead of the 2021-22 season.

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2021-22 Southeast Division preview from 2021-09-19T15:06:25

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest questions for every Southeast Division team ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season.

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John Wall's future, Aaron Gordon's extension and an in-season tournament? from 2021-09-15T15:17:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Houston Rockets' attempt to trade John Wall, Aaron Gordon's extension with the Denver Nuggets, ...

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2021-22 Pacific Division preview from 2021-09-13T12:00:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the biggest storylines for every Pacific Division team ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season.

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2021-22 Northwest Division preview from 2021-09-09T11:54:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the Northwest Division ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season.

Should the Denver Nuggets sign M...

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2021-22 Southwest Division preview from 2021-09-06T12:00:11

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the Southwest Division ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season.

How much of an upgrade will Regg...

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Ben Simmons' holdout threat, Clint Capela's extension and Kevin Love's future from 2021-09-03T12:00:08

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Ben Simmons' holdout threat, the Nets and Lakers' new additions, Clint Capela's extension and Kevin...

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The Lauri Markkanen sign-and-trade and best remaining free agents from 2021-08-30T12:00:12

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the three-team Lauri Markkanen sign-and-trade and the best free agents still on the market.
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The Ringer's Mirin Fader on her Giannis book and the Bucks from 2021-08-27T12:00:14

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by special guest Mirin Fader (@mirinfader) of The Ringer to discuss her new book, "Giannis: The ...

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More extensions! Rozier, TimeLord, J-Rich and who might be next from 2021-08-24T20:48:41

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the recent extensions that Terry Rozier, Robert Williams III and Josh Richardson signed before exam...

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The PatBev trades, Embiid's supermax, Marcus Smart's extension and Christmas Day schedule from 2021-08-19T15:27:18

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the two recent Patrick Beverley trades, Joel Embiid's new supermax extension, the Boston Celtics ex...

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2021 NBA Free Agency Review with Mark Deeks from 2021-08-16T22:00:39

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Mark Deeks (@MarkDeeksNBA) discuss NBA Free Agency 2021. The guys discuss the revamped Chicago Bulls, the Knicks making some big chan...

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DeRozan to the Bulls, Kemba to the Knicks and more free-agency analysis from 2021-08-06T01:13:55

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the latest free-agent signings, including DeMar DeRozan to the Chicago Bulls, Kemba Walker to the N...

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Top takeaways from Day 1 of 2021 NBA free agency from 2021-08-03T15:43:01

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the most notable signings from the first day of 2021 NBA free agency.

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2021 NBA free agency preview from 2021-08-01T12:00:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the 2021 NBA free-agent class.

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Winners and losers of the 2021 NBA draft from 2021-07-30T15:16:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their biggest winners and losers from the 2021 NBA draft.

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Potential sleepers and busts in the 2021 NBA draft with Matt Babcock of Basketball News from 2021-07-26T12:00:15

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) speaks with Matt Babock (@MattBabcock11) of Basketball News about some of the potential sleepers and busts in the 2021 NBA draft class....

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'Built to Lose' author Jake Fischer on NBA tanking, free-agency buzz from 2021-07-23T20:03:44

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Bleacher Report's Jake Fischer, the author of "Built to Lose," to discuss NBA tanking and the...

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What's next for the Suns and Bucks after the 2021 NBA Finals with FanSided's Gerald Bourguet from 2021-07-21T20:44:26

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by FanSided's Gerald Bourguet (@geraldbourguet) to discuss top takeaways from the 2021 NBA Final...

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Can the Suns force a Game 7 and Damian Lillard trade ideas from 2021-07-18T20:38:21

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what the Phoenix Suns need to do to force a Game 7 in the 2021 NBA Finals and come up with Damian L...

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Making sense of the 2021 NBA Finals and Team USA with Ti Windisch of the Gyro Step Podcast from 2021-07-16T16:12:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Ti Windisch (@tiwindisch) of the Gyro Step Podcast to discuss the 2021 NBA Finals heading int...

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How can the Bucks get back into the 2021 NBA Finals? from 2021-07-11T13:24:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Games 1 and 2 of the 2021 NBA Finals and preview Game 3.

What adjustments do the Milwau...

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2021 NBA draft preview with Jonathan Wasserman of Bleacher Report from 2021-07-08T16:22:41

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Bleacher Report draft analyst Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) to preview the 2021 NBA draf...

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2021 NBA Finals preview and what's next for the Hawks and Clippers from 2021-07-04T16:47:56

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the 2021 NBA Finals and discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Atlanta Hawks and Los Angel...

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What's next for the Nuggets, Jazz, Nets and Sixers? from 2021-06-29T21:19:38

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the big offseason questions for the Denver Nuggets, Utah Jazz, Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers...

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The latest on the Western and Eastern Conference Finals and NBA coaching hires from 2021-06-26T23:05:43

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Western and Eastern Conference Finals before diving into the latest news on NBA coaching hires....

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2021 NBA draft lottery fallout, early Western Conference Finals reaction and Ben Simmons' future from 2021-06-23T22:23:18

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their main takeaways from the 2021 NBA draft lottery and the first two games of the Western Confere...

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The Kemba-Horford trade, conference finals previews and Rick Carlisle landing spots from 2021-06-20T20:27:58

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Kemba Walker/Al Horford trade, preview the Western and Eastern Conference Finals and touch on R...

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Kawhi's ACL injury, the Bucks' meltdown and SVG and Scott Brooks out from 2021-06-16T19:44:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down the onslaught of Wednesday's news dump.

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How can the Clippers, Bucks, Nuggets and Hawks get back into their series? from 2021-06-12T22:49:45

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss how the Clippers, Bucks, Nuggets and Hawks can get back into their respective second-round series.<...

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What's next for the Lakers, Blazers, Grizzlies, Knicks and Wizards? from 2021-06-08T12:00:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what lies ahead for the Lakers, Blazers, Grizzlies, Knicks and Wizards this offseason.

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Previewing Nets-Bucks, Sixers-Hawks, Suns-Nuggets and Game 7 of Clippers-Mavericks from 2021-06-05T19:22:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the Nets-Bucks, Sixers-Hawks and Suns-Nuggets series along with Game 7 of Clippers-Mavericks.
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What's next for the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat? from 2021-06-02T18:05:14

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what comes next for the Boston Celtics in the wake of Danny Ainge's surprise resignation.
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How injuries are shaking up the 2021 NBA title race from 2021-06-01T23:02:57

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss how a handful of notable injuries are shaking up the NBA title race.

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What's next for the Pacers with Caitlin Cooper and offseason previews for Hornets, Spurs and Warriors from 2021-05-29T12:00:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Caitlin Cooper of Indy Cornrows to discuss what's next for the Indiana Pacers, and then they ...

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Taking stock of every first-round playoff series heading into Game 3 from 2021-05-27T22:25:34

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down every first-round playoff series heading into Game 3.

Can the Miami Heat get back int...

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Top takeaways from every Game 1 of the 2021 NBA playoffs from 2021-05-24T15:30:18

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top takeaways from every Game 1 of the 2021 NBA playoffs.

How should the Los Angeles...

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Previewing every first-round series of the 2020-21 NBA playoffs from 2021-05-22T00:54:24

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview every first-round series ahead of the 2021 NBA playoffs.

How can the Milwaukee Bucks sta...

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What's next for the Thunder, Kings, Pelicans, Bulls and Raptors? from 2021-05-20T01:36:49

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what's next for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Sacramento Kings, New Orleans Pelicans, Chicago Bulls an...

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Our All-NBA and final awards picks from 2021-05-14T22:24:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their All-NBA and final awards picks for the 2020-21 NBA season.

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What's next for the Rockets, Pistons, Cavaliers, Magic and Timberwolves? from 2021-05-12T12:00:18

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what's next for the Houston Rockets, Detroit Pistons, Cleveland Cavaliers, Orlando Magic and Minne...

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The Pacers' Nate Bjorkgren mess and other coaches on the hot seat from 2021-05-08T12:00:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Indiana Pacers' ongoing Nate Bjorkgren disaster and other coaches who are reportedly on the hot...

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Which NBA teams have the brightest future? from 2021-05-02T12:00:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which NBA teams they believe will have the brightest future.

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Breaking down the play-in tournament races from 2021-04-25T20:00:10

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss how the play-in tournament races might play out over the coming weeks.

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Our awards picks with one month to go in the 2020-21 NBA season from 2021-04-19T21:24:31

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every major award with one month remaining in the 2020-21 regular season.

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Can anyone in the East stop the Brooklyn Nets? from 2021-04-16T14:36:45

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss whether any team in the Eastern Conference is capable of preventing the Brooklyn Nets from reaching...

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Are the Los Angeles Lakers in real trouble? from 2021-04-12T21:44

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss whether the Los Angeles Lakers' chances of repeating as champions are in jeopardy.

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Which 2021 NBA draft prospects are worth tanking for? from 2021-04-09T14:32:37

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which prospects in the 2021 NBA draft class are worth tanking for.

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How the trade deadline and buyouts shook up the title race from 2021-04-04T01:03:35

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss how the trade deadline and buyouts have shaken up the NBA title picture.

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Winners&Losers of the NBA Trade Deadline from 2021-03-27T20:28:26

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) discuss the winners and losers of Thursdays' NBA Trade Deadline.

How will Aaron Gordon in wit...

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Trade chatter centered around Aaron Gordon, Kyle Lowry, Lonzo Ball and DeMar DeRozan from 2021-03-24T21:33

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) discuss the upcoming NBA Trade Deadline.

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A look at the Hawks and Wolves, and rounding up NBA trade rumors from 2021-03-16T23:30:31

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) discuss Atlanta's five-game winning streak, what the Wolves need to do in order to not be dreadful anymo...

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Bryan's Goodbye&2021 NBA Trade Deadline Preview with Keith Smith from 2021-03-12T20:42:12

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Yahoo! Sports NBA writer Keith Smith, who will also be filling in for Bryan over the next few...

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Top teams to watch in the second half of the 2020-21 NBA season from 2021-03-09T21:27:12

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams they have an extra close eye on for the second half of the 2020-21 NBA season.
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Our 2020-21 NBA midseason awards picks from 2021-03-06T18:36:29

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their picks for every major award at the midway part of the 2020-21 NBA season.

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Lloyd Pierce's firing, John Collins and Victor Oladipo's future, and Rockets trade ideas from 2021-03-02T22:35:55

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Atlanta Hawks firing Lloyd Pierce, what's next for John Collins and Victor Oladipo and other Ho...

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What's gone wrong for the NBA's biggest underachievers? from 2021-02-27T19:53:24

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what's wrong with the biggest NBA disappointments and whether they can turn their seasons around. Listen

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All-Star snubs, DeMarcus Cousins landing spots and Kristaps Porzingis trades from 2021-02-24T17:53

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss All-Star snubs, DeMarcus Cousins landing spots, Kristaps Porzingis trade rumors and the Minnesota T...

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NBA All-Star starter reaction and picking All-Star reserves from 2021-02-20T00:23:54

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) react to the All-Star starters being named and make their picks for the All-Star reserves.

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Andre Drummond and Blake Griffin's future, Anthony Davis' injury and the scorching Suns and Jazz from 2021-02-16T16:53:35

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what's next for Andre Drummond and Blake Griffin, what Anthony Davis' injury means for the Lakers a...

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How should the Blazers, Kings, Thunder and Rockets approach the trade deadline? from 2021-02-13T20:44:53

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss how the Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, Oklahoma City Thunder and Houston Rockets should ...

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The Derrick Rose trade; finding new homes for Nikola Vucevic, Andre Drummond and Kyle Lowry from 2021-02-09T21:39:37

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Derrick Rose trade and discuss who else might be on the trade market.

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Our early All-Star Game picks from 2021-02-06T17:28:32

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their early All-Star picks for both conferences.

Do the Brooklyn Nets deserve three All-Sta...

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Our 2020-21 NBA quarter-season awards from 2021-02-01T13:00:07

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their award picks for the first quarter of the 2020-21 NBA season.

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Lonzo Ball, JJ Redick and Eric Bledsoe trade ideas with Mason Ginsberg and Shamit Dua of In The NO from 2021-01-29T18:40:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Mason Ginsberg (@masonginsberg) and Shamit Dua (@FearTheBrown) of the In the N.O. podcast (@I...

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Which rookies have stood out in the 2020-21 NBA season? from 2021-01-26T21:41:56

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the rookies that have made the biggest early impact in the 2020-21 NBA season.

Which roo...

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Sorting through the Western Conference's middle class from 2021-01-21T23:50:21

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) try to make sense of the Western Conference's middle class of teams.

Can the Portland Trail Blaz...

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Bulls' future, LaVine trades and Harden first impressions with Jason Patt of Cash Considerations from 2021-01-17T20:00:38

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by special guest Jason Patt (@Bulls_Jay) of the Cash Considerations podcast to discuss the Bulls...

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Winners and losers of the James Harden megatrade from 2021-01-14T14:45:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down the winners and losers from the four-team James Harden megatrade.

How will Harden fit...

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The NBA's COVID debacle, Bradley Beal trade rumors and what's wrong with the Pelicans? from 2021-01-12T16:46:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the NBA's ongoing COVID-19 struggles, Bradley Beal trade chatter and slow starts from the Atlanta H...

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Should we believe in the Magic, Knicks, 76ers, Pacers and Suns? from 2021-01-08T17:06:31

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss whether to buy or sell hot starts from the Orlando Magic, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, Indi...

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Which slow starts are genuine cause for concern? from 2021-01-04T17:47:59

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss teams and players that have gotten off to a slow start in the 2020-21 season.

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Impact of Spencer Dinwiddie, Ja Morant, Karl-Anthony Towns and Kevin Love's injuries from 2021-01-01T13:00:15

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the impact of some notable early-season injuries.

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2020-21 League Pass rankings with Adam Fromal and Dan Favale of Hardwood Knocks from 2020-12-28T13:00:21

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Adam Fromal (@fromal09) and Dan Favale (@danfavale) of the Hardwood Knocks podcast (@Hardwood...

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Top surprises and disappointments from 2020-21 NBA opening week from 2020-12-26T19:41:32

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest surprises and disappointments from the first few days of the 2020-21 NBA season.
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Top takeaways from the wild rookie-scale extension deadline from 2020-12-22T17:45:20

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top takeaways from an unexpectedly busy rookie-scale extension deadline.

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Our 2020-21 NBA awards predictions from 2020-12-18T13:00:22

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for all of the NBA's major awards ahead of the 2020-21 season.

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The fallout from Giannis Antetokounmpo signing his supermax extension from 2020-12-15T23:41:29

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the leaguewide ramifications of Giannis Antetokounmpo signing his supermax extension with the Milwa...

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2020-21 NBA season preview: Eastern Conference playoff teams from 2020-12-15T13:00:14

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) finish their 2020-21 NBA season preview with last year's Eastern Conference playoff teams.

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James Harden landing spots, trade packages from 2020-12-12T21:24:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss possible landing spots and trade packages for James Harden.

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2020-21 NBA season preview: Eastern Conference lottery teams from 2020-12-09T13:00:21

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) continue with their 2020-21 NBA season preview by discussing last year's Eastern Conference lottery teams.<...

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2020-21 NBA season preview: Western Conference playoff teams from 2020-12-06T13:00:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) continue their 2020-21 NBA season preview with the Western Conference playoff teams from last year.
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Westbrook-Wall trade reaction and AD/LeBron extensions from 2020-12-03T22:33:35

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Russell Westbrook/John Wall trade and LeBron James and Anthony Davis signing extensions with th...

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2020-21 NBA season preview: Western Conference lottery teams from 2020-12-01T22:45:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) begin their preview of the 2020-21 NBA season with last year's Western Conference lottery teams.

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Winners and losers of 2020 NBA free agency from 2020-11-28T22:18:28

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest winers and losers of 2020 NBA free agency.

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Bam's extension, Gasol to the Lakers, Ibaka to the Clippers and more from 2020-11-24T23:05:42

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest free-agent news from the past few days.

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Breaking down the biggest deals from the first 24 hours of 2020 NBA free agency from 2020-11-22T02:55:08

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down the biggest deals from a wild first 24 hours of 2020 NBA free agency.

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Live reaction to the first hour of 2020 NBA free agency from 2020-11-21T01:04:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) give their live reactions to the first hour of 2020 NBA free agency.

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Winners and losers of the 2020 NBA draft from 2020-11-19T15:45:59

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest winners and losers of the 2020 NBA draft.

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The Bucks go all-in, the Suns get CP3, and is a Rockets teardown imminent? from 2020-11-17T21:48:34

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Milwaukee Bucks' trades for Jrue Holiday and Bogdan Bogdanovic, Chris Paul going to the Suns an...

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Russ to the Knicks? CP3 to the Suns? Breaking down the latest trade rumors from 2020-11-14T13:00:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) walk through a wild week of trade rumors and discuss which are feasible.

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How the NBA's flattened salary cap affects 2020 free agency from 2020-11-10T22:53:48

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss how the NBA's flattened salary cap for the 2020-21 season will affect 2020 free agency.

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2020 NBA draft preview with Bleacher Report's Jonathan Wasserman from 2020-11-06T23:04:57

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) of Bleacher Report to preview the 2020 NBA draft.
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The latest on the 2020-21 NBA season from 2020-11-03T22:14:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the latest updates on the 2020-21 NBA season.

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Stan Van Gundy to the Pelicans and Daryl Morey to the Sixers with Mason Ginsberg of In the N.O. from 2020-10-30T20:44:56

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Mason Ginsberg (@MasonGinsberg) of Bourbon Street Shots and the In the N.O. podcast to discus...

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Biggest takeaways from the 2020 NBA playoffs from 2020-10-21T12:35:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their biggest takeaways from the 2020 NBA playoffs and how they might affect the upcoming draft and...

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Daryl Morey's departure from the Rockets and Ty Lue to the Clippers from 2020-10-16T15:49:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Daryl Morey's departure from the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Clippers' decision to hire Ty ...

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What's next for Lakers and Heat after 2020 NBA Finals + an offseason preview from 2020-10-13T17:28:54

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what's next for the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat after the 2020 NBA Finals and preview the upc...

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Finals Game 4 preview, Buddy Hield trade rumors and Victor Oladipo to the Knicks? from 2020-10-06T20:40:28

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview Game 4 of the 2020 NBA Finals, discuss whether the Sacramento Kings should trade Buddy Hield and as...

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Doc Rivers to the Sixers and coaching carousel fallout with Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints from 2020-10-02T19:26:46

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Tomer Azarly (@TomerAzarly) of ClutchPoints to discuss the Sixers' decision to hire Doc River...

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2020 NBA Finals preview and what's next for Celtics, Nuggets and Doc Rivers with Allana Tachauer of HoopsHabit from 2020-09-29T18:45:31

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Allana Tachauer (@AllanaTachauer) of HoopsHabit to preview the 2020 NBA Finals, discuss what'...

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How can the Nuggets and Celtics come back in the conference finals? from 2020-09-26T21:00:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the keys for the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets to claw back into their respective conference fi...

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Game 4 previews and Billy Donovan to the Bulls with Matt Moore of The Action Network from 2020-09-23T19:50:08

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Matt Moore (@HPbasketball), Senior NBA Writer at The Action Network, to preview Game 4 of eac...

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Early takeaways from NBA conference finals and what's next for the Clippers with T.J. McBride of Rocky Mountain Hoops from 2020-09-19T23:52:47

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by T.J. McBride (@TJMcBrideNBA) of the Rocky Mountain Hoops podcast to discuss their early takea...

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Bucks' future with Ti Windisch, what's next for the Rockets and Clippers-Nuggets Game 7 preview from 2020-09-15T20:56:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Ti Windisch (@TiWindisch) of the Gyro Step podcast to discuss the Milwaukee Bucks' future bef...

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Eastern Conference Finals preview and what's next for the Toronto Raptors? from 2020-09-12T18:35:33

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the Eastern Conference Finals, discuss what's next for the Toronto Raptors and weigh in on Michael ...

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What's next for the Milwaukee Bucks, Oklahoma City Thunder and Utah Jazz? from 2020-09-09T19:51:56

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Milwaukee Bucks, Oklahoma City Thunder and Utah Jazz.
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What's going wrong for the Bucks and Lakers with Anthony Irwin of Locked on Lakers from 2020-09-05T21:02:21

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Anthony Irwin (@AnthonyIrwinLA) of Locked on Lakers discuss what's going wrong for the Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angele...

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Early takeaways for Celtics-Raptors and Bucks-Heat, Game 7 predictions for Nuggets-Jazz and Rockets-Thunder from 2020-09-01T20:37:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their takeaways after Game 1 of Celtics-Raptors and Bucks-Heat and make their predictions for Game ...

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The NBA's Jacob Blake protests; Pacers' future with Caitlin Cooper of Indy Cornrows from 2020-08-28T21:25:41

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the NBA's protests over the police shooting of Jacob Blake and speak with Caitlin Cooper (@C2_Coope...

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Sixers and Pacers postmortems, Celtics-Raptors preview, HOU-OKC and LAC-DAL predictions from 2020-08-25T20:57:28

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what's next for the Philadelphia 76ers and Indiana Pacers, preview the Celtics-Raptors series and m...

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2020 NBA draft lottery reaction and top Game 2 takeaways from 2020-08-21T16:27:59

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the fallout from the 2020 NBA draft lottery and the top takeaways from Game 2 of each team's first-...

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Game 1 overreactions: Are the Lakers and Bucks in legitimate trouble? from 2020-08-19T18:14:20

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) overreact to Game 1 of every 2020 first-round playoff series.

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Previewing every 1st-round matchup of the 2020 NBA playoffs from 2020-08-14T21:29:53

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview every first-round matchup of the 2020 NBA playoffs.

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Our NBA seeding-game awards from 2020-08-11T20:45:47

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) hand out individual awards for the NBA seeding games.

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How concerned should we be about the Grizzlies, Sixers and Lakers? from 2020-08-08T15:58:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Jaren Jackson Jr.'s meniscus injury, Ben Simmons' kneecap injury, the Los Angeles Lakers' lethargic...

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Jonathan Isaac's ACL tear, MPJ's breakout and the battle for the West's No. 8 seed from 2020-08-04T15:15:29

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Jonathan Isaac's ACL tear, Michael Porter Jr.'s breakout game, the battle for the No. 8 seed in the...

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Top takeaways from the first wave of NBA seeding games from 2020-08-01T22:20:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their top takeaways from the first few days of NBA seeding games.

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Ranking the top 20 players in the Orlando bubble from 2020-07-28T13:00:20

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) rank the top 20 players in the NBA bubble ahead of the 2019-20 season restart.

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Power ranking every NBA team in the Orlando bubble from 2020-07-25T12:00:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) power rank all 22 teams participating in the 2019-20 NBA season restart.

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Our 2019-20 All-NBA teams (and snubs!) from 2020-07-22T19:39:18

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for the 2019-20 All-NBA teams.

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Our final 2019-20 NBA award picks from 2020-07-19T12:00:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) give their final picks for every major 2019-20 NBA award.

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Notable COVID-19 tests, Rajon Rondo's broken thumb and Sixers lineup changes from 2020-07-15T17:58:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the latest COVID-19 news from the NBA bubble, Rajon Rondo's broken thumb and some lineup changes fo...

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The new-look Nets, Joel Embiid vs Kendrick Perkins and bubble concerns from 2020-07-11T13:00:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the depleted Brooklyn Nets, Joel Embiid's concerns about the NBA restart and players complaining ab...

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Which NBA teams are lurking as dark-horse title contenders? from 2020-07-07T17:38:32

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams might be dark-horse title contenders when the 2019-20 season resumes in Orlando.
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The latest on the NBA's restart and a second bubble from 2020-07-03T18:07:28

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the latest news pertaining to the resumption of the 2019-20 NBA season and the possibility of a sec...

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Seeding-game schedule reaction and notable opt-outs from 2019-20 season restart from 2020-06-28T13:51:24

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss winners and losers of the seeding-game schedule and notable players who won't join their teams for ...

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Re-drafting the 2013 NBA draft from 2020-06-23T12:00:10

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) re-draft the lottery of the 2013 NBA draft.

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Re-drafting the 2014 NBA draft from 2020-06-20T13:00:15

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) re-draft the 2014 NBA draft class.

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Bradley Beal trade rumors; which free agents should teams sign for the playoffs? from 2020-06-17T12:00:14

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss some of the latest Bradley Beal trade rumors and go over possible free-agent targets for teams ahea...

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Skinny Jokic, LMA's injury, bubble concerns and Thibs-Knicks rumors from 2020-06-12T20:02:05

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Nikola Jokic's weight loss, LaMarcus Aldridge's injury, concerns about the NBA's bubble and the lat...

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The top storylines to watch when the 2019-20 NBA season resumes from 2020-06-09T13:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top storylines for when the 2019-20 NBA season resumes in late July.

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The NBA's return, George Floyd protests with Anthony Sain of AllGrizzlies from 2020-06-05T16:26:10

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Anthony Sain (@SainAsylum) of AllGrizzlies.com to discuss the NBA's imminent return (!) and t...

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Ranking the top centers in 2020 NBA free agency from 2020-06-03T12:00:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top centers on the 2020 NBA free-agent market.

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NBA return-to-play plans and playoff scenarios with Yahoo Sports' Keith Smith from 2020-05-30T16:52:43

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) of Yahoo Sports discuss the latest news about the resumption of...

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Ranking the top power forwards in 2020 NBA free agency from 2020-05-27T14:00:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top power forwards in the 2020 NBA free-agent class.

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Ranking the top small forwards in 2020 NBA free agency from 2020-05-24T13:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top small forwards in the 2020 NBA free-agent class.

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Ranking the top shooting guards in 2020 NBA free agency from 2020-05-20T14:00:14

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top shooting guards in the 2020 free-agent class.

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A behind-the-scenes look at Bleacher Report's GM Week from 2020-05-17T14:00:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Bleacher Report NBA national featured columnist Grant Hughes (@gt_hughes) to discuss B/R's GM...

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Ranking the top point guards in 2020 NBA free agency from 2020-05-12T13:00:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top point guards in the 2020 NBA free-agent class.

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The latest on when — or if — the 2019-20 NBA season will resume from 2020-05-09T19:25:48

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the latest updates on when (or if) the 2019-20 NBA season will resume in the wake of NBA Commissio...

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Re-drafting the 2015 NBA draft from 2020-05-05T14:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) re-draft the lottery of the 2015 NBA draft.

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Is there a right way to rebuild in the NBA? from 2020-05-02T15:00:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by T.J. McBride (@TJMcBrideNBA) of Mile High Sports to discuss whether there's a "right" way to ...

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Top offseason questions for the Jazz, Nuggets, Thunder, Timberwolves and Trail Blazers from 2020-04-28T14:00:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top offseason questions for every team in the Northwest Division.

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Top offseason questions for Grizzlies, Mavericks, Pelicans, Rockets and Spurs from 2020-04-25T14:00:06

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top offseason questions for every team in the Southwest Division.

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Top offseason questions for the Clippers, Kings, Lakers, Suns and Warriors from 2020-04-21T16:47:32

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top offseason questions for every team in the Pacific Division.

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B/R's Jonathan Wasserman on Jalen Green joining the G League; the 2020 NBA draft class from 2020-04-17T19:44:27

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Bleacher Report lead draft writer Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) to discuss Jalen Green's...

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K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago on the Chicago Bulls' new front office from 2020-04-15T18:06:57

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest K.C. Johnson (@kcjhoop) of NBC Sports Chicago discuss the recent changes the Chicago Bulls h...

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B/R's Eric Pincus on the financial ramifications of the NBA shutdown from 2020-04-11T16:40:05

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Eric Pincus (@EricPincus) of Bleacher Report and Basketball Insiders discuss the financial r...

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The NBA's possible return and the Bulls' front office search from 2020-04-07T19:30:56

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the NBA's possible return and the Chicago Bulls' ongoing front office search.

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The best games of the 2019-20 NBA season to rewatch on League Pass from 2020-04-04T16:54:07

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Josh Eberley (@JoshEberley) of HOOP Mag discuss the best games of the 2019-20 season to rewa...

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Top offseason questions for the Hawks, Heat, Hornets, Magic and Wizards from 2020-04-01T13:00:14

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Atlanta Hawks, Miami Heat, Charlotte Hornets, Orlando Magic...

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Top offseason questions for the Bucks, Bulls, Cavaliers, Pacers and Pistons from 2020-03-29T13:00:15

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top offseason questions for the Milwaukee Bucks, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Indiana Pa...

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Top offseason questions for the Celtics, Nets, Knicks, Sixers and Raptors from 2020-03-26T14:44:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top offseason questions for the Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76...

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Our 2016 NBA re-draft: Does Ben Simmons still go No. 1? from 2020-03-21T13:00:12

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) redraft the lottery of the 2016 NBA draft.

Is Ben Simmons still the No. 1 overall pick? Does Pas...

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How the coronavirus pandemic might affect the 2020 NBA draft and free agency from 2020-03-18T20:55:57

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic will affect the remainder of the 2019-20 NBA season, the 2020 ...

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Yaron Weitzman, author of 'Tanking to the Top,' on the Process Sixers from 2020-03-17T14:35:28

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) speaks with Yaron Weitzman (@yaronweitzman), author of the new book "Tanking to the Top," about the Process Sixers.

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A doctor's perspective on the coronavirus pandemic and the NBA's response from 2020-03-14T22:17:48

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) speak with Dr. Alex Toporek, a third-year internal medicine resident, about the coronavirus pandemic and th...

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What's next after the coronavirus shut down the NBA? from 2020-03-13T02:38:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the NBA's decision to suspend the 2019-20 season in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Kenny Atkinson leaves the Nets, the MVP race and the NBA's response to coronavirus from 2020-03-10T17:21:43

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Kenny Atkinson's departure from the Brooklyn Nets, whether LeBron James has overtaken Giannis Antet...

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Joakim Noah to the Clippers, Dion Waiters to the Lakers and Steph Curry's return from 2020-03-07T15:48:53

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Joakim Noah signing with the Los Angeles Clippers, Dion Waiters signing with the Los Angeles Lakers...

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Answering the biggest remaining questions in the 2019-20 NBA season from 2020-03-02T22:53:29

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their predictions for the biggest remaining questions in the 2019-20 NBA season.

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The impact of Ben Simmons, Jeremy Lamb and Jaren Jackson Jr.'s injuries from 2020-02-25T22:11:33

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the impact of the recent injuries Ben Simmons, Jeremy Lamb and Jaren Jackson Jr. suffered.
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The Elam Ending, the post-Beilein Cavaliers, #BuyoutSZN and remaking the Bulls from 2020-02-23T22:34:49

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the All-Star Game's Elam Ending, Cleveland Cavaliers head coach John Beilein's resignation, notable...

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Sizing up the NBA after the trade deadline from 2020-02-13T15:36:34

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) give their early impressions of how the biggest trade-deadline acquisitions are faring in their new homes.<...

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2020 NBA trade deadline reaction: D'Angelo Russell, Andre Drummond, Andre Iguodala and more from 2020-02-07T17:27:23

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) react to the wild 2020 NBA trade deadline and break down the biggest deals of the day.

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Instant reaction to the four-team Clint Capela-Robert Covington megatrade from 2020-02-05T08:33:33

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Tuesday's four-team megatrade between the Atlanta Hawks, Houston Rockets, Minnesota Timberwolves an...

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Discussing latest trade rumors: Clint Capela, D'Angelo Russell, Andre Iguodala and more from 2020-02-04T16:09:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the latest trade rumors involving Clint Capela, D'Angelo Russell, Andre Iguodala and more only days...

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All-Star snubs, the new All-Star Game format and the Knicks hit a new low from 2020-02-02T13:00:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss All-Star snubs, the new All-Star Game format and the New York Knicks hitting a new low Wednesday ni...

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Remembering Kobe Bryant; picking our 2020 All-Star reserves from 2020-01-28T21:03:29

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Kobe Bryant in the wake of his tragic death and make their picks for 2020 All-Star Game reserves. Listen

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The Willie Cauley-Stein trade, Zion first impressions and Clippers drama from 2020-01-25T18:32:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Willie Cauley-Stein trade, Zion Williamson's regular-season debut and behind-the-scenes drama w...

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Derrick Rose trade rumors, Dwight Powell's Achilles injury and our 2020 All-Star starters from 2020-01-22T21:33:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the latest Derrick Rose trade rumors, how Dwight Powell's Achilles injury will affect the Dallas Ma...

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The Crabbe-Teague trade, Kyrie's leadership and latest trade rumors from 2020-01-19T13:00:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Jeff Teague-Allen Crabbe trade, Kyrie Irving's leadership and the latest trade rumors involving...

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Our 2019-20 midseason awards picks from 2020-01-13T22:48:56

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their midseason picks for every major award.

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NBA Trade Deadline season with Sean Deveney from 2020-01-10T20:14:34

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) is joined by Sean Deveney (@seandeveney) to talk about the NBA Trade Deadline and which deals could be made in the NBA over the next coup...

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How David Stern changed the fate of two Europeans - Guest: Tom West from 2020-01-03T19:29:52

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Tom West (@TomWestNBA) talk about the impact the late David Stern had on the NBA, through a European lens.

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Re-drafting the 2017 NBA draft from 2019-12-27T12:00:05

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) re-draft the first 14 picks of the 2017 NBA draft.

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Which teams should be sellers at the NBA trade deadline? from 2019-12-23T12:00:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams should be sellers ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline.

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Which teams should be buyers at the NBA trade deadline? from 2019-12-19T18:56:24

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams should be buyers ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline.

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Do Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic need to take over more often? from 2019-12-13T17:41:45

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss recent criticism about Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic not wanting to dominate enough and delve into w...

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The Knicks fire Fizdale, Kevin Love landing spots from 2019-12-10T21:16:23

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the New York Knicks' decision to fire head coach David Fizdale and try to find Kevin Love a new hom...

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Separating contenders from pretenders at the quarter-season mark from 2019-12-06T17:39:18

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams look like legitimate title contenders at the quarter-season mark of the 2019-20 NBA sea...

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Melo's Player of the Week award, are the Lakers for real, and time to worry about Jazz or Spurs? from 2019-12-03T19:59:40

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Carmelo Anthony winning Player of the Week, dive into the Los Angeles Lakers' upcoming stretch and ...

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Does the NBA need to fix the regular season? from 2019-12-01T17:20:58

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss whether the NBA needs to make drastic changes to the regular season.

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Early front-runners for 2019-20 NBA awards from 2019-11-25T13:00:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the early front-runners for every NBA award through the first month of the 2019-20 NBA season.
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Melo to the Blazers, Ben Simmons hits a 3 and Nikola Vucevic's injury from 2019-11-22T18:08:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Carmelo Anthony signing with the Portland Trail Blazers, Ben Simmons hitting a three-pointer (!) an...

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Who's to blame for the New York Knicks' awful start? from 2019-11-13T01:10:42

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss who's to blame for the New York Knicks' miserable start and the impact of injuries to Gordon Haywar...

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Which NBA surprises are here to stay? from 2019-11-09T18:43:53

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which early-season surprises will last and which will regress to the mean.

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Which NBA teams should be worried about their slow starts? from 2019-11-06T23:27:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which teams should be concerned about their slow start to the 2019-20 NBA season.

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The KAT-Embiid fight and Stephen Curry breaks his hand from 2019-11-01T16:54:22

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the fight between Karl-Anthony Towns and Joel Embiid, Stephen Curry's broken hand and Kendrick Nunn...

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Surprises and disappointments from Week 1 of the 2019-20 NBA season from 2019-10-30T22:11:01

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest surprises and disappointments from Week 1 of the 2019-20 NBA season.

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Opening Week takeaways with Chris Herring of FiveThirtyEight from 2019-10-25T22:24:51

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Chris Herring (@Herring_NBA) of FiveThirtyEight discuss their biggest takeaways from the fir...

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Top NBA storylines to watch in 2019-20 from 2019-10-21T05:00:12

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the top storylines they're excited to watch during the 2019-20 NBA season.

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Our 2019-20 NBA awards predictions from 2019-10-17T10:00:20

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for all of the NBA's major awards ahead of the 2019-20 season.

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Which players should sign rookie-scale extensions? from 2019-10-10T11:00:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss which players should sign rookie-scale extensions ahead of the Oct. 21 deadline.

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2019-20 League Pass rankings with Dave DuFour of The Athletic from 2019-10-07T11:00:07

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Dave DuFour (@DaveDuFourNBA) of The Athletic go through their League Pass rankings for the 2...

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2019-20 Pacific Division preview with Gerald Bourguet of The Step Back from 2019-10-02T15:00:41

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Gerald Bourguet (@geraldbourguet) of The Step Back preview the Pacific Division ahead of the 2019-20 NBA season.
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2019-20 Atlantic Division preview from 2019-09-28T11:00:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the Atlantic Division ahead of the 2019-20 NBA season.

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2019-20 Southwest Division preview with Bobby Karalla of Mavs.com from 2019-09-20T12:00:15

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and Bobby Karalla (@bobbykaralla) of Mavs.com preview the Southwest Division ahead of the 2019-20 NBA season.<...

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2019-20 Northwest Division preview with Andy Bailey of Hardwood Knocks from 2019-09-16T12:00:06

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Andy Bailey (@andrewdbailey) of the Hardwood Knocks podcast preview the Northwest Division a...

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2019-20 Central Division preview with Duncan Smith of Forbes from 2019-09-11T12:00:17

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Duncan Smith (@duncansmithnba) of Forbes preview the Central Division ahead of the 2019-20 s...

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2019-20 Southeast Division preview with Jeff Siegel of Peachtree Hoops from 2019-09-07T12:00:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Jeff Siegel (@jgsiegel) of Peachtree Hoops and Early Bird Rights preview the Southeast Divis...

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Our all-time NBA draft from 2019-09-03T12:00:11

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by T.J. McBride (@TJMcBrideNBA) of Mile High Sports to conduct an all-time NBA draft.

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Dwight Howard to the Lakers, Caris LeVert's extension and a Joe Johnson sighting from 2019-08-31T12:00:10

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Dwight Howard signing with the Los Angeles Lakers, Caris LeVert's extension with the Brooklyn Nets ...

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2019 FIBA World Cup preview: Who are the biggest threats to Team USA? from 2019-08-26T11:00:06

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Brandon Jefferson (@Jefferson_Hoops) of The Basketball Writers preview the 2019 FIBA World C...

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Ranking the top 10 duos in the NBA from 2019-08-23T12:00:20

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) rank the top 10 duos in the NBA today.

Where do Russell Westbrook and James Harden rank after jo...

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DeMarcus Cousins' torn ACL, Eastern Conference over/unders from 2019-08-19T11:00:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the impact of DeMarcus Cousins' torn ACL and make their picks for every Eastern Conference team's o...

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Picking 2019-20 over/unders for every Western Conference team from 2019-08-14T21:27:54

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every Western Conference team's over/under ahead of the 2019-20 season.

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The Athletic's Seth Partnow on NBA team-building and analytics from 2019-08-09T20:11:28

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Seth Partnow (@SethPartnow) of The Athletic discuss NBA team-building in the player-empowerment era and basketball an...

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Christmas Day games, Draymond Green's extension and Carmelo Anthony landing spots from 2019-08-05T12:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the NBA's Christmas Day slate, Draymond Green's new extension and Carmelo Anthony's future.
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B/R's Jonathan Wasserman on Summer League standouts and the 2020 NBA draft from 2019-08-03T12:53:49

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) is joined by Bleacher Report's NBA Draft lead writer Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) to discuss summer-league standouts and the 2020...

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Mo Dakhil on NBA video coordinators, the Lakers' defense and Clippers weaknesses from 2019-07-31T23:20:46

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) is joined by special guest Mo Dakhil (@MoDakhil_NBA) to discuss life as an NBA video coordinator and the upcoming battle for L.A.
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Power ranking the Eastern Conference after free agency from 2019-07-24T13:00:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) power rank the new-look Eastern Conference in the wake of free agency. 

Which team should be the...

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Sizing up the new-look Western Conference with Bleacher Report's Howard Beck from 2019-07-19T17:39:41

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and Bleacher Report senior NBA writer Howard Beck attempt to sort out the new-look Western Conference.
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Instant reaction to Russell Westbrook being traded to the Rockets from 2019-07-12T04:05:12

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) give their instant reaction to Russell Westbrook being traded to the Houston Rockets.

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Breaking down potential Russell Westbrook trade destinations from 2019-07-10T16:56:47

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Russell Westbrook's trade value and which teams should be attempting to acquire him.

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Winners and losers of 2019 NBA free agency from 2019-07-07T20:58:44

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) go through the biggest winners and losers from a wild first week of NBA free agency.

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EMERGENCY POD: Kawhi Leonard and Paul George to the L.A. Clippers from 2019-07-06T08:20:12

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) give their immediate reaction to Kawhi Leonard and Paul George heading to the Los Angeles Clippers.
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Free agency reaction: The Knicks reload, Seth Curry gets paid (!) and more from 2019-07-02T18:50:53

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the big signings from Day 2 of 2019 NBA free agency.

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Free agency reaction: Jimmy Butler, Al Horford, D'Angelo Russell and more from 2019-07-01T04:39:42

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) react to the Jimmy Butler sign-and-trade, Al Horford signing with the Philadelphia 76ers and D'Angelo Russe...

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Instant reaction to the start of 2019 NBA free agency from 2019-07-01T00:13:38

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) give their instant reaction to the first free-agent signings of the summer.

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Part 2 of our NBA free agency preview: Jimmy to HOU? Kemba to BOS? from 2019-06-28T19:47:59

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) catch up on the latest NBA free-agency rumors and predict where the top non-max free agents might land.
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NBA awards reaction and Part 1 of our NBA free agency preview from 2019-06-25T18:47:42

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) react to the NBA awards show and discuss landing spots for the top free agents on the market.

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Winners and losers of the 2019 NBA draft from 2019-06-21T18:22:15

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) walk through the biggest winners and losers of the 2019 NBA draft.

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Mike Conley trade reaction, Rockets drama and Al Horford leaving Boston? from 2019-06-19T18:42:26

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Mike Conley trade, the Houston Rockets' latest drama and Al Horford's free-agent options.
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2019 NBA draft preview with Sam Vecenie of The Athletic; Anthony Davis trade fallout from 2019-06-18T22:06:08

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) welcome Sam Vecenie (@sam_vecenie) of The Athletic to preview the 2019 NBA draft before discussing the fall...

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EMERGENCY POD: Anthony Davis traded to the Lakers from 2019-06-15T23:50:22

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) give their immediate reaction to Anthony Davis being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Did the Raptors just end the Warriors' dynasty? from 2019-06-14T18:28:33

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what's next for the Raptors, Warriors and the NBA at large after Toronto won the 2019 NBA title. Listen

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How does Kevin Durant's Achilles injury affect the NBA Finals and free agency? from 2019-06-11T19:18:03

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss how Kevin Durant's Achilles injury will impact the NBA Finals and free agency moving forward.
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Can the Warriors erase 3-1 jokes? + The Allen Crabbe trade from 2019-06-08T17:04:20

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss whether the Golden State Warriors can come back from a 3-1 deficit in the 2019 NBA Finals and the A...

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Finals Game 2 reaction, Game 3 preview and offseason chatter from 2019-06-04T21:07:42

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Game 2 of the 2019 NBA Finals, preview Game 3 and walk through the latest offseason chatter.
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Finals Game 1 reaction, Game 2 preview and the Rockets keep imploding from 2019-06-01T18:03:37

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Game 1 of the 2019 NBA Finals, preview Game 2 and question what the Rockets are doing this offseaso...

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Pre-NBA Finals grab bag: Possible Rockets trades, Lakers chaos and more from 2019-05-29T21:51:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss potential Rockets trades, more Lakers dysfunction and RJ Hampton's decision to bypass college.
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2019 NBA Finals preview, 'Bye Felicia' for the Bucks and All-NBA reaction from 2019-05-26T19:25:55

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the 2019 NBA Finals, say farewell to the Milwaukee Bucks and discuss the ramifications of the All-N...

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Updated Bucks-Raptors prediction, 'Bye Felicia' for the Trail Blazers from 2019-05-22T20:56:07

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Bucks-Raptors series ahead of Game 5 and bid farewell to the Portland Trail Blazers.

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Are the Trail Blazers and Raptors already finished? from 2019-05-18T22:17:49

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the first two games of the Western and Eastern Conference Finals and more fallout from the 2019 NBA...

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T.J. McBride on the 2019 NBA draft lottery, 'Bye Felicia' for Nuggets, 76ers from 2019-05-15T18:27:56

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest T.J. McBride (@TJMcBrideNBA) of Mile High Sports discuss the wild 2019 NBA draft lottery and say farewell to the Denv...

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2019 Conference Finals preview, and Anthony Irwin on the Lakers coaching debacle from 2019-05-14T03:48:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Anthony Irwin (@AnthonyIrwinLA) of Locked on Lakers preview the 2019 NBA conference finals and discuss the Los Angele...

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Game 7 previews and 'Bye Felicia' for Celtics, Rockets, Clippers and Spurs from 2019-05-11T22:00:35

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview Game 7 of Nuggets-Blazers and Raptors-Sixers before saying farewell to the Boston Celtics, Houston ...

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Game 5 previews for all four second-round series from 2019-05-07T21:02:54

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview all four Game 5s for the second round of the 2019 NBA playoffs.

How can the Philadelphia...

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Early takeaways from Round 2 of the 2019 NBA playoffs from 2019-05-03T20:15:28

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their major takeaways from all four of the conference semifinals thus far.

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Bye Felicia for the Thunder, Jazz, Nets and Magic from 2019-04-29T13:00:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) bid farewell to the Oklahoma City Thunder, Utah Jazz, Brooklyn Nets and Orlando Magic.

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Eastern Conference 2nd-round preview; time to worry about the Warriors? from 2019-04-26T15:55:35

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs and discuss whether it's time to be worried abo...

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'Bye Felicia' for the Pacers, Pistons, Heat and Hornets from 2019-04-23T15:31:05

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) say farewell to the Indiana Pacers, Detroit Pistons, Miami Heat and Charlotte Hornets.

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Deep dives on Blazers-Thunder, Sixers-Nets and Nuggets-Spurs from 2019-04-21T14:51:56

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) do deep dives into the three most competitive first-round series before touching on the remaining five seri...

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Early takeaways from the 2019 NBA playoffs from 2019-04-17T17:09:54

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their biggest takeaways from the first few games of the 2019 NBA playoffs.

Did Jamal Mur...

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Our 2018-19 NBA playoff predictions and Black Thursday reaction from 2019-04-12T17:34:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the 2018-19 NBA playoffs and make their picks for each first-round series.

Can the Brook...

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Magic Johnson resigns, Lakers dysfunction reigns supreme from 2019-04-10T15:35:31

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Magic Johnson's abrupt resignation and what it means for the Los Angeles Lakers moving forward.
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Our 2018-19 NBA award picks from 2019-04-08T13:00:18

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their award picks for the 2018-19 NBA season.

Did Trae Young overtake Luka Doncic for Rooki...

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'Bye Felicia' for the Pelicans, Lakers, Timberwolves and Kings from 2019-04-04T13:00:15

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) say farewell to the New Orleans Pelicans, Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves and Sacramento Kings.<...

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'Bye Felicia' for the Hawks, Mavericks, Wizards and Grizzlies from 2019-04-01T13:00:04

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) say goodbye to the Atlanta Hawks, Dallas Mavericks, Washington Wizards and Memphis Grizzlies.

Do...

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Saying 'Bye Felicia' to the NBA's top tankers from 2019-03-27T22:34:40

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) bid adieu to the New York Knicks, Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers and Chicago Bulls.

Which of ...

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Ricky O'Donnell on NBA prospects to watch during March Madness from 2019-03-20T20:51:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) welcome special guest Ricky O'Donnell (@SBN_Ricky) of SB Nation to hear which NBA prospects to focus on dur...

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Confronting unruly fans, Brandon Ingram's future and the Rockets' title chances from 2019-03-14T15:45:39

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss unruly fans, Brandon Ingram and Lonzo Ball's future and the Houston Rockets' chances of knocking of...

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Mailbag: LeBron's GOAT case, playoff liabilities and lottery teams' future from 2019-03-08T16:22:01

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) answer listeners' questions in our first-ever mailbag episode.

Does this awful Lakers season neg...

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The Bucks' big moves and Sloan Analytics Conference takeaways from 2019-03-04T15:00:21

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Eric Bledsoe's extension, Pau Gasol's buyouts and takeaways from the Sloan Analytics Conference. Listen

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Can the Lakers and Celtics fix what's ailing them? from 2019-02-28T17:49:14

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss whether the Lakers and Celtics have enough time to right the ship, the Phoenix Suns' organizational...

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Should Zion Williamson's injury mean the end of one-and-dones? from 2019-02-24T17:18:15

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Josh Eberley (@josheberley) of NBA Canada and HOOP Mag discuss the Zion Williamson injury and its implications for NC...

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The top post-All-Star-break storylines to monitor from 2019-02-20T20:39:15

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest storylines to monitor coming out of the All-Star break.

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Our 2019 All-NBA teams at the All-Star break from 2019-02-15T16:48:36

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their All-NBA picks at the All-Star break, discuss whether the Golden State Warriors should fear any t...

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Pelicans vs. NBA and the other fallout from the trade deadline from 2019-02-12T16:56:33

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the standoff over Anthony Davis' playing time and the early returns from major trade-deadline acqui...

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Winners and losers of the 2019 NBA trade deadline from 2019-02-08T17:16:57

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest winners and losers from the 2019 NBA trade deadline.

Who's the favorite in t...

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The Tobias Harris trade, who should buy or sell at the 2019 trade deadline from 2019-02-06T17:32:36

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Philadelphia 76ers' blockbuster acquisition of Tobias Harris and preview the 2019 NBA trade dea...

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The Porzingis trade, latest AD rumors and All-Star snubs from 2019-02-01T18:02:55

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Mark Deeks (@markdeeksNBA) discuss the stunning Kristaps Porzingis trade, the latest trade r...

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#199 - Anthony Davis requests a trade and our 2019 All-Star reserve picks from 2019-01-28T17:00:08

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Anthony Davis' trade request and give their 2019 All-Star Game reserve picks.

Will the P...

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#198 - All-Star starter reaction, Oladipo's injury and Conley/Gasol trade buzz from 2019-01-25T17:16:17

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the All-Star starter selections, Victor Oladipo's season-ending injury and the Grizzlies' willingne...

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#197 - Our All-Star starter and midseason award picks from 2019-01-22T23:16:32

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their starter picks for the 2019 All-Star break.

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#196 - Updated playoff predictions halfway through the 2018-19 season from 2019-01-19T15:00:10

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) revise their playoff predictions at the halfway point of the 2018-19 season.

Can James Harden ca...

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#195 - DSJ trade rumors, Harden's supernova run and Celtics dysfunction from 2019-01-16T17:06:08

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Dennis Smith Jr. trade rumors, James Harden's supernova run and the Celtics' recent dysfunction. Listen

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#194 - Thibs gets fired, Jimmy Butler gets pissy and Justin Holiday gets traded from 2019-01-10T23:22:26

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Tom Thibodeau's firing, Jimmy Butler's frustration with his role in Philly's offense and the Justin...

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#193 - An early look at the 2019 All-Star race from 2018-12-28T14:00:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down the All-Star race at the end of December.

Can Luka Doncic become the first rookie to ...

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#192 - Previewing the NBA's 2018 Christmas Day slate from 2018-12-25T00:12:08

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the NBA's 2018 Christmas Day slate.

Will Giannis Antetokounmpo have an iconic performanc...

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#191 - The Trevor Ariza trade and the Dillon Brooks/MarShon Brooks debacle from 2018-12-20T15:00:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Trevor Ariza trade and the three-team trade that fell apart because of confusion between Dillon...

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#190 - The Bulls attempt a mutiny, the Bucks get Hill and Embiid gets mad from 2018-12-12T00:08:40

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Bulls' attempted mutiny, the three-team trade for George Hill and Joel Embiid's frustration wit...

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#189 - What's next for the Bulls after firing Fred Hoiberg? from 2018-12-04T23:12:30

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Chicago Bulls' decision to fire head coach Fred Hoiberg.

Did Hoiberg deserve to get ...

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#188 - NBA award front-runners through the first quarter of the 2018-19 season from 2018-11-30T16:00:25

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the front-runners for every major NBA award through the first quarter of the 2018-19 season.
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#187 - Which early-season surprises are for real? from 2018-11-23T23:25:27

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss whether some early-season surprises are sustainable or will regress to the mean.

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#186 - Is it time to blow up the Wizards? from 2018-11-20T23:01:35

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss dysfunction around the NBA, starting with the Washington Wizards.

Is it time for the Wiz...

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#185 - Will KD/Draymond drama upend the Warriors? from 2018-11-15T22:55:20

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Kevin Durant-Draymond Green drama, revisit the key players in the Jimmy Butler trade and weigh ...

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#183 - Trouble in Lakerland already from 2018-11-07T23:07:26

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss reaction to Derrick Rose's 50-point night and the ongoing drama with the Los Angeles Lakers.What's ...

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#182 - Tyronn Lue gets fired, the Rockets get desperate and Klay goes nuclear from 2018-10-31T21:42:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Cavaliers' decision to fire Tyronn Lue, the Rockets' godfather offer for Jimmy Butler and much ...

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#181 - Week 1's biggest surprises and disappointments from 2018-10-24T21:21:49

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) highlight the biggest surprises and disappointments from the first week of the 2018-19 NBA season.Among the...

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#180 - Overreacting to 2018-19 opening-night games from 2018-10-18T19:48:38

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) fire off their most scorching hot takes about the first two nights of the 2018-19 NBA season.Is Markelle Fu...

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#179 - 2018-19 NBA award and playoff predictions from 2018-10-13T17:36:46

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) run through the major awards races and make their playoff predictions for the 2018-19 season.Is Giannis Ant...

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#178 - The top NBA storylines to watch in 2018-19 from 2018-10-10T21:49:29

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the storylines they're most excited to watch throughout the 2018-19 season.How will LeBron James fa...

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#177 - 2018-19 Southeast Division preview from 2018-10-06T20:02:52

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Nekias Duncan (@NekiasNBA) of Miami Heat Beat to preview the Southeast Division ahead of the ...

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#176 - 2018-19 Atlantic Division preview from 2018-10-01T20:03:54

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Jared Weiss (@JaredWeissNBA) of The Athletic to preview the Atlantic Division ahead of the 20...

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#175 - 2018-19 Central Division preview from 2018-09-24T14:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Ian Levy (@HickoryHigh) of FanSided to preview the Central Division ahead of the 2018-19 seas...

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#174 - Jimmy Butler demands a trade, the Sixers hire a GM from 2018-09-20T20:25:24

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss Jimmy Butler's trade request and the Philadelphia 76ers' decision to hire Elton Brand as their new ...

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#173 - 2018-19 Southwest Division preview from 2018-09-16T14:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Mason Ginsberg (@MasonGinsberg) of Bourbon Street Shots to preview the Southwest Division ahe...

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#172 - 2018-19 Northwest Division preview from 2018-09-10T14:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by T.J. McBride (@TJMcBrideNBA) of Mile High Sports to preview the Northwest Division ahead of t...

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#171 - 2018-19 Pacific Division preview from 2018-09-02T17:13:09

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Anthony Irwin (@AnthonyIrwinLA) of Silver Screen & Roll to preview the Pacific Division ahead...

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#170 - Our 2018-19 League Pass rankings from 2018-08-25T14:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by original co-host Sarah Cilea (@wildhorses65) to discuss which teams will be the most fun to w...

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#169 - Picking every Eastern Conference over/under from 2018-08-20T14:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every Eastern Conference team's over/under. Which teams did Las Vegas miss the mark on...

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#168 - Picking every Western Conference over/under from 2018-08-15T22:02:24

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their picks for every Western Conference team's over/under. Which teams did Las Vegas miss the mark on...

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#167 - Opening Week and Christmas Day schedule reaction from 2018-08-08T23:16:59

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) go through the highlights and lowlights of the 2018-19 NBA opening week and Christmas Day schedules.Which o...

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#166 - Clint Capela, Kevin Love, Carmelo Anthony and more from 2018-07-31T20:30

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss all of the latest free-agent signings, including Clint Capela re-signing with the Rockets, Kevin Lo...

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#165 - Kawhi Leonard and Carmelo Anthony trade reaction from 2018-07-24T13:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the winners and losers from the recent Kawhi Leonard and Carmelo Anthony trades.Did the San Antonio...

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#164 - Rich Cho on how NBA teams prepare for the offseason from 2018-07-21T15:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by former Charlotte Hornets general manager Rich Cho (@bigtimebites) for a behind-the-scenes loo...

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#163 - 2018 NBA Summer League standouts from 2018-07-18T14:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek)  discuss which first- and second-year players stood out at Las Vegas Summer League.Are Jaren Jackson Jr. an...

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#162 - Did the Bulls screw up by signing Jabari Parker? from 2018-07-15T22:19:58

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek)  discuss the Chicago Bulls' decision to sign Jabari Parker to a two-year, $40 million deal, including wheth...

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#161 - Isaiah Thomas to the Nuggets, the Nets stay winning and more from 2018-07-13T22:04:30

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the latest free-agent happenings, including Isaiah Thomas signing with the Nuggets and the Brooklyn...

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#160 - Winners and losers from Week 1 of 2018 free agency from 2018-07-09T14:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest winners and losers from the first week of 2018 NBA free agency.Is there a glass-half-fu...

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#159 - The Zach LaVine emergency episode from 2018-07-07T17:44

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the Chicago Bulls' decision to match the Sacramento Kings' four-year, $78 million offer sheet for Z...

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#158 - Boogie to the Warriors, Rondo to the Lakers and more from 2018-07-03T22:13:57

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss DeMarcus Cousins joining the Golden State Warriors, Rajon Rondo heading to the Los Angeles Lakers a...

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#157 - Reaction to LeBron James signing with the Lakers from 2018-07-02T05:58:23

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what LeBron James' decision to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers means for the NBA moving forward.Ar...

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#156 - Instant reaction to the first night of 2018 free agency from 2018-07-01T06:40:39

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) give their thoughts on the contracts doled out during the first night of 2018 free agency, including Paul G...

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#155 - Predicting where 2018's top free agents will sign from 2018-06-29T22:41:17

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their predictions for where the top names in the 2018 NBA free-agent class will wind up.Will LeBron Ja...

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#154 - Where should LeBron James sign in free agency? from 2018-06-26T21:15:22

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down the pros and cons of each of LeBron James' likely free-agent landing spots this summer.If the La...

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#153 - Winners and losers of the 2018 NBA draft from 2018-06-22T21:02:31

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down which teams should be thrilled with their draft-night hauls and which teams should be feeling re...

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#152 - Discussing top 2018 NBA draft prospects with Ricky O'Donnell of SB Nation from 2018-06-17T15:27:56

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Ricky O'Donnell (@SBN_Ricky) of SB Nation to discuss the top prospects in the 2018 NBA draft ...

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#151 - Is Kawhi Leonard heading for a breakup with the Spurs? from 2018-06-15T21:08:21

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss possible Kawhi Leonard trade destinations in the wake of the report about him wanting out of San An...

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#150 - What's next for the Cavaliers, Warriors, Rockets and Celtics? from 2018-06-09T21:15:30

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets...

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#149 - Can the Cavaliers come back against the Warriors? from 2018-06-05T21:15:32

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by longtime NBA editor Spencer Lund (@spencertyrel) to discuss the 2018 NBA Finals, give an upda...

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#148 - Who stood out at the 2018 Pro Basketball Combine? from 2018-06-02T15:47:37

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Jake Kelfer (@jakekelfer), the founder of the Pro Basketball Combine (@probballcombine), to d...

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#147 - How should the Sixers react to the Bryan Colangelo Twitter saga? from 2018-05-30T22:03:13

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the report about Sixers team president Bryan Colangelo allegedly using burner Twitter accounts to t...

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#146 - 2018 NBA Finals preview and predictions from 2018-05-29T21:57:08

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the 2018 NBA Finals and predict whether the Golden State Warriors or Cleveland Cavaliers will win.W...

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#145 - Predicting Game 7 winners for Cavaliers-Celtics and Warriors-Rockets from 2018-05-27T20:14:08

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) predict who will win Game 7 in the Cavaliers-Celtics and Warriors-Rockets conference finals.Is there a silv...

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#144 - Updated predictions for the 2018 Eastern and Western Conference Finals from 2018-05-23T19:05:56

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss where things stand through four games in the Eastern and Western Conference Finals and give updated...

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#143 - Our post-lottery 2018 NBA mock draft from 2018-05-21T14:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) take turns making picks for each of the lottery teams in the 2018 NBA draft.Who should the Phoenix Suns sel...

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#142 - Early takeaways from the 2018 Eastern and Western Conference Finals from 2018-05-18T20:57:06

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest takeaways from the first two games of each series in the 2018 Eastern and Western Confe...

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#141 - 2018 NBA draft lottery livestream and reaction from 2018-05-16T13:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and special guest Jason Patt (@Bulls_Jay) of Blog a Bull react live to the 2018 NBA draft lottery.Who were the winners and losers from Tu...

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#140 - What's next for the Raptors, Sixers, Pelicans and Jazz? from 2018-05-14T14:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) look ahead to the big offseason questions for the Toronto Raptors, Philadelphia 76ers, New Orleans Pelicans...

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#139 - Did Dwane Casey and Stan Van Gundy deserve to get fired? from 2018-05-12T22:35:14

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) debate whether Dwane Casey and Stan Van Gundy deserved to be fired and discuss the latest NBA coaching hire...

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#138 - 2018 Western and Eastern Conference Finals preview from 2018-05-11T01:24:15

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the Houston Rockets-Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics-Cleveland Cavaliers conference finals ...

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#137 - Early takeaways from the 2018 conference semifinals from 2018-05-04T20:35:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest takeaways from the first two games of each series in the 2018 Eastern and Western Confe...

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#136 - What's next for the Heat, Bucks, Wizards and Pacers? from 2018-05-02T14:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) look ahead to the big offseason questions for the Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, Washington Wizards and India...

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#135 - 2018 Eastern Conference semifinals preview from 2018-04-30T14:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the Raptors-Cavaliers and Celtics-76ers series ahead of the 2018 Eastern Conference semifinals.Will...

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#134 - What's next for the Thunder, Trail Blazers, Timberwolves and Spurs? from 2018-04-29T15:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) look ahead to the big offseason questions for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Portland Trail Blazers, Minnesota ...

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#133 - 2018 Western Conference semifinals preview from 2018-04-28T22:02

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) preview the Warriors-Pelicans and Rockets-Jazz series ahead of the 2018 Western Conference semifinals.Can t...

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#132 - Surprises and disappointments from Week 1 of the 2018 NBA playoffs from 2018-04-20T20:42:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba), Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) and special guest Joshua Howe (@Howevolution) of Raptors Republic discuss their biggest surprises and disappoi...

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#131 - Early takeaways from Round 1 of the 2018 NBA playoffs from 2018-04-17T21:26:19

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss their early takeaways from the first few days of the 2018 NBA playoffs.How much will Joel Embiid al...

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#130 - What's next for the Nuggets and Clippers? from 2018-04-14T20:39:31

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the big decisions awaiting the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Clippers this offseason.Should Mike M...

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#129 - 2018 Western Conference Round 1 preview and predictions from 2018-04-13T15:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down Round 1 of the 2018 Western Conference playoff bracket and give their predictions for each serie...

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#128 - 2018 Eastern Conference Round 1 preview and predictions from 2018-04-13T01:40:16

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down Round 1 of the 2018 Eastern Conference playoff bracket and give their predictions for each serie...

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#127 - Our 2017-18 NBA awards picks from 2018-04-11T20:47

Can anyone compete with James Harden in the MVP race? Who's more deserving of Rookie of the Year, Ben Simmons or Donovan Mitchell? Did Joel Embiid's facial fracture seal Defensive Player of the Yea...

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#126 - What's next for the Lakers, Pistons and Hornets? from 2018-03-30T05:00

Who's the best player on the Los Angeles Lakers? What should the Lakers do with Julius Randle in free agency? If the Lakers do sign Paul George and LeBron James this summer, where would they stack ...

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#125 - Panic meter for top NBA contenders from 2018-03-27T05:00

Are the Golden State Warriors or Boston Celtics in danger of a first-round upset with Steph Curry and Kyrie Irving sidelined, respectively? What could trip up the Houston Rockets and Toronto Raptor...

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#124 - Charting a path forward for Eastern Conference tankers from 2018-03-26T15:00

Does Atlanta Hawks forward Taurean Prince project as a No. 1 scorer someday? What should the Orlando Magic do with Aaron Gordon in free agency? Should the Brooklyn Nets offer D'Angelo Russell an ex...

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#123 - NBA draft risers and fallers from Week 1 of March Madness from 2018-03-20T19:00

With Tyronn Lue sidelined by health issues for the time being, what can we expect from the Cleveland Cavaliers moving forward? Are they the biggest wild card in the playoffs? Which NBA draft prospe...

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#122 - How can the West's bottom-feeders bounce back in 2018-19? from 2018-03-18T19:00

If the Memphis Grizzlies land the No. 1 pick, should they take Deandre Ayton or Luka Doncic? Should the Phoenix Suns re-sign Elfrid Payton this summer? How should the Dallas Mavericks make use of t...

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#121 - NBA prospects to watch during March Madness from 2018-03-14T13:00

Can Deandre Ayton cement himself as the No. 1 overall prospect in this year's draft class with a strong NCAA tournament? What should NBA scouts hope to see out of Marvin Bagley III, Michael Porter ...

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#120 - How much will Derrick Rose help the Timberwolves? from 2018-03-12T13:00

Can Derrick Rose resuscitate his career with the Minnesota Timberwolves? Should the NBA have intervened with the Chicago Bulls' decision to rest a healthy Robin Lopez and Justin Holiday? Will Corey...

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#119 - How should the NBA help to reform youth basketball? from 2018-03-06T20:00

 In the wake of the NCAA's recruiting scandal, should the NBA ditch its one-and-done rule? Can it make the G League more appealing to elite high school prospects? What other steps could it take to ...

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#118 - Are the Sixers real threats to sign LeBron James? from 2018-03-02T21:00

Are the Philadelphia 76ers a legitimate landing spot for LeBron James? How can they carve out the requisite cap space for him? Is any team going to back up the Brink's truck for Isaiah Thomas? Will...

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#117 - Are the Raptors and Rockets legitimate NBA Finals threats? from 2018-02-27T20:00

Should the San Antonio Spurs consider holding Kawhi Leonard out even if he declares himself ready to return? Are the Minnesota Timberwolves the third-best team in the West with a healthy Jimmy Butl...

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#116 - How should the Spurs proceed with Kawhi Leonard? from 2018-02-26T14:00

How should the San Antonio Spurs proceed with Kawhi Leonard moving forward? Are the Minnesota Timberwolves in danger of falling out of playoff contention in the wake of Jimmy Butler's knee injury? ...

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#115 - Top post-All-Star break storylines to monitor from 2018-02-22T14:00

Can the Houston Rockets stave off the Golden State Warriors for home-court advantage in the West? Which teams will land the final few playoff spots in the West and the East? Can LeBron James catch ...

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#114 - 2018 NBA trade deadline recap from 2018-02-11T03:00

How will the new-look Cleveland Cavaliers mesh? Do they stand a chance against the Boston Celtics, Toronto Raptors or Golden State Warriors? How will Isaiah Thomas fit with the Los Angeles Lakers? ...

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#113 - Breaking down the latest NBA trade buzz from 2018-02-07T14:00

Should any team be willing to give up a first-round pick for Marcus Smart, Tyreke Evans or Lou Williams? What should the Utah Jazz expect to receive for Rodney Hood? If LeBron James were to waive h...

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#112 - Can anything fix the Cleveland Cavaliers? from 2018-02-05T14:00

With Kevin Love out until March due to a hand injury, can the Cleveland Cavaliers snap out of their recent tailspin? Did the Chicago Bulls get enough from the New Orleans Pelicans for Nikola Miroti...

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#111 - Where does DeMarcus Cousins' injury leave the Pelicans? from 2018-01-31T14:00

With DeMarcus Cousins done for the year due to his torn Achilles, where do the New Orleans Pelicans go from here? Should they be buyers at the trade deadline? Can they still make the playoffs? 
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#110 - Breaking down the Blake Griffin trade from 2018-01-30T14:00

Did the Los Angeles Clippers get enough for Blake Griffin? Why did they decide to trade him now? Where do they go next? How does the trade impact the Detroit Pistons' short- and long-term outlook? ...

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#109 - Discussing All-Star snubs, Cavs and Spurs drama from 2018-01-25T13:00

Who were the notable All-Star snubs? How should LeBron James and Stephen Curry divvy up their picks in the All-Star draft? Should San Antonio Spurs fans be concerned about Kawhi Leonard's reported ...

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#108 -Big decision coming up for the Chicago Bulls from 2018-01-20T20:00

In this episode, Bulls HQ host, Mark Karantzoulis, joins Morten to talk all things Chicago Bulls, as well as the upcoming trade deadline.
Should the Bulls make a concerned effort to take, or s...

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#107 - Picking 2018 All-Star Game reserves from 2018-01-14T20:00

Which players should be selected as reserves for the 2018 All-Star Game in each conference? Who will be snubbed from All-Star consideration? Can the NBA do anything to increase the competitiveness ...

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#106 - 2017-18 midseason awards update from 2018-01-14T03:00

Halfway through the 2017-18 NBA season, who are the favorites for each of the league's major awards? Can anyone catch Lou Williams in the Sixth Man of the Year race? Is Brad Stevens running away wi...

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#105 - 2018 trade deadline preview from 2018-01-12T19:00

Which NBA teams should be buyers and sellers at the 2018 trade deadline? Should the Los Angeles Lakers start clearing out cap space for their ambitious free-agent plans? Is it time for the Memphis ...

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#104 - How should the Lakers solve their LaVar Ball problem? from 2018-01-11T14:00

Is LaVar Ball becoming a legitimate distraction for the Los Angeles Lakers? Should Lonzo tell him to back off? What role does the media play in building up LaVar into a newsworthy story? Is Lonzo w...

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#103 - Which players should be All-Star starters? from 2018-01-08T04:00

The first returns from 2018 All-Star Game balloting came out Thursday, complete with some significant surprises. Who should start for each conference? Why doesn't Jimmy Butler have more votes? Can ...

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#102 - Sizing up the NBA's tank race from 2018-01-03T15:00

Which NBA team is likely to wind up with the worst record? Should the Los Angeles Lakers be dangling Julius Randle and Jordan Clarkson ahead of the Feb. 8 trade deadline? Will the Memphis Grizzlies...

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#101 - 2017 Christmas Day preview from 2017-12-23T22:00

How will Ben Simmons fare in his Madison Square Garden debut on Christmas Day? Should we take away anything from the Cleveland Cavaliers-Golden State Warriors matchup? Will the Washington Wizards a...

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#100 - What's holding the Thunder back? from 2017-12-18T00:00

Are the Oklahoma City Thunder finally beginning to coalesce? What's holding them back from becoming a legitimate Western Conference contender? Is George Hill justified in feeling wronged by the Sac...

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#99 - Winners and losers of the Jahlil Okafor trade from 2017-12-11T01:00

Can Jahlil Okafor salvage his career with the Brooklyn Nets? How will he fit in with head coach Kenny Atkinson's system? Did the Philadelphia 76ers wait too long to trade Okafor? Was Trevor Booker ...

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#98 - First-quarter surprises and disappointments from 2017-12-04T15:00

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest surprises and disappointments from the first quarter of the 2017-18 NBA season.
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#97 - Is it time for the Grizzlies and Clippers to tank? from 2017-12-02T16:00

Should the Memphis Grizzlies have fired head coach David Fizdale? With Fizdale gone, what's Memphis' next step. Should Marc Gasol be on the trade block? With Blake Griffin sidelined for up to eight...

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#96 - Is this the end for Derrick Rose? from 2017-11-27T14:00

Derrick Rose has taken a hiatus from the Cleveland Cavaliers. If he retires, how will we remember his career? Can the Denver Nuggets survive without Paul Millsap for the next few months? With Patri...

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#95 - Are the Celtics now the Eastern Conference favorites? from 2017-11-17T17:30

How surprising is the value of Robert Covington's extension? Who should the Philadelphia 76ers target in free agency next summer or in 2019? Are the Boston Celtics now the team to beat in the Easte...

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#94 - The early leaders in the NBA's award races from 2017-11-11T12:00

Nearly one month into the 2017-18 NBA season, has a front-runner emerged for MVP? Which players look like candidates for Most Improved Player? Can anyone stop Ben Simmons from winning Rookie of the...

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#93 - Eric Bledsoe trade reaction from 2017-11-07T20:00

 How will Eric Bledsoe fit with the Milwaukee Bucks? What does his arrival mean for Malcolm Brogdon? Does Bledsoe make the Bucks a legitimate championship contender this year? Did the Phoenix Suns ...

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#92 - Where should Jahlil Okafor, Mario Hezonja go next? from 2017-11-05T00:00

After their respective teams declined their fourth-year options, where should Jahlil Okafor, Mario Hezonja and Rashad Vaughn hope to end up next? How will the Cleveland Cavaliers survive the left c...

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#91 - Is it too early to worry about the Cleveland Cavaliers? from 2017-10-31T21:00

LeBron James says he isn't worried about the Cleveland Cavaliers' slow start. Should he be? Fresh off three straight wins, are the New York Knicks a potential playoff contender? What is fueling the...

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#90 - 2017-18 early-season surprises and disappointments from 2017-10-27T22:00

Are the Brooklyn Nets and Orlando Magic for real, or are they taking advantage of soft early-season schedules? Can the Memphis Grizzlies and Los Angeles Clippers keep up their hot start? Is it time...

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#89 - Where do the Phoenix Suns go from here? from 2017-10-24T19:30

Eric Bledsoe wants nothing to do with the Phoenix Suns, so where should Phoenix trade him? Why did the Suns fire Earl Watson only three games into the year? Are you surprised Dwyane Wade willingly ...

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#88 - 2017-18 opening night reaction from 2017-10-20T00:30

How can the Boston Celtics replace Gordon Hayward in the wake of his ankle injury? Should the Chicago Bulls have punished Bobby Portis more severely for punching Nikola Mirotic? Can the Brooklyn Ne...

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#87 - What to watch in the 2017-18 NBA season from 2017-10-13T20:00

Sure, the Golden State Warriors are overwhelming favorites to win the 2018 championship, but don't let that ruin the 2017-18 NBA season for you. After walking through some preseason takeaways and i...

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#86 - Debating Joel Embiid, Gary Harris extensions from 2017-10-10T21:00

Did the Philadelphia 76ers make a mistake by maxing out Joel Embiid now instead of next summer? Is Gary Harris' four-year, $74 million extension too little, too much or just right? What about the d...

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#85 - 2017-18 NBA awards race preview with Matt Moore from 2017-10-08T14:00

Can Kawhi Leonard stave off Kevin Durant and LeBron James to win MVP this year? Who else might work themselves into the MVP conversation? Is Rudy Gobert the front-runner for Defensive Player of the...

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#84 - 2017-18 NBA season preview with Matt Moore from 2017-10-07T15:00

Which team is the second-best in the Western Conference? Are the Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets playoff locks? Which teams will lock up the seventh and eighth seeds out West?

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#83 - 2017-18 Atlantic Division preview from 2017-09-29T19:00

Is Kristaps Porzingis ready for the pressure that comes along with being the face of the New York Knicks? Can D'Angelo Russell resuscitate his career in Brooklyn? Will Kyrie Irving have an MVP-cali...

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#82 - 2017-18 Central Division preview from 2017-09-24T19:00

How will the Cleveland Cavaliers adjust at point guard until Isaiah Thomas returns from his hip injury? Can Reggie Jackson and Andre Drummond bounce back after their disappointing 2016-17 campaigns...

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#81 - Carmelo Anthony trade reaction from 2017-09-23T19:00

 How will Anthony fit next to Russell Westbrook and Paul George in OKC? Are the Thunder now the second-best team in the Western Conference? How will Kristaps Porzingis handle being the New York Kni...

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#80 - 2017-18 Northwest Division Preview from 2017-09-20T01:00

How perfect of a fit is Paul Millsap alongside Nikola Jokic? Can Jimmy Butler help Andrew Wiggins round out his game? Will Paul George emerge as a legitimate MVP candidate in Oklahoma City? Can Rod...

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#79 - 2017-18 Southeast Division preview from 2017-09-15T22:00

Will the Miami Heat grow to regret their offseason spending spree, or could they emerge as a sneaky threat out East? How will Dwight Howard fit with the Charlotte Hornets, and what does his arrival...

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#78 - 2017-18 Pacific Division Preview from 2017-09-09T17:00

Is Lonzo Ball the Rookie of the Year front-runner? Who will run the Los Angeles Clippers' offense now that Chris Paul is gone? How will all of the Sacramento Kings' new pieces mesh? What should Pho...

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#77 - 2017-18 Southwest Division preview from 2017-09-03T17:00

Will Nerlens Noel regret turning down the Dallas Mavericks' reported four-year, $70 million contract offer? How will Chris Paul and James Harden mesh in Houston? Will the DeMarcus Cousins-Anthony D...

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#76 - Who won the Kyrie Irving trade? from 2017-08-25T11:30

Did the Boston Celtics overpay for Kyrie Irving? How will he fit in Brad Stevens' system? Why did they cash in on Irving rather than Paul George or Jimmy Butler? Are they better or worse than they ...

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#75 - Our 2017-18 League Pass Rankings from 2017-08-18T12:00

Which teams will be appointment viewing for NBA fans this year? Which teams can you safely ignore? After losing Chris Paul, are the Los Angeles Clippers more interesting? Will the Utah Jazz be more...

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#74- Opening Week schedule and NBA 'Would You Rather?' from 2017-08-12T17:00

Which games should NBA fans be most excited about during the opening week of the 2017-18 season? Which matchups are appointment viewing on Christmas Day?

For the 2017-18 season, who woul...

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#73 - Who is the NBA's best two-way player? from 2017-08-07T12:00

With Doc Rivers out as Los Angeles Clippers president, is the dual coach/president role going extinct? Can Tom Thibodeau and Stan Van Gundy continue to handle those duties with the Minnesota Timber...

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#72 - How will Derrick Rose fit with the Cleveland Cavaliers? from 2017-07-30T21:00

Can the Cleveland Cavaliers go into training camp with Kyrie Irving on their roster? How will Derrick Rose fit in Cleveland? If the Cavs trade Irving, can Rose be a viable starter for them?
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#71 - Should the Cleveland Cavaliers trade Kyrie Irving? from 2017-07-24T04:00

With Kyrie Irving reportedly wanting out of Cleveland, should the Cavaliers trade him before training camp? Which teams make sense as a trade partner? What should Cleveland target in return?
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#70 - Buy or sell: Carmelo to Houston rumors, Lonzo Ball hype from 2017-07-15T20:16:08

Is Carmelo Anthony eventually headed to the Houston Rockets? What should they be willing to give up to land him? Which other teams might be involved in this four-team trade? How will the latest fre...

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#69 - Winners and losers of the 2017 NBA offseason from 2017-07-08T18:07:31

Which NBA teams made the smartest moves this offseason? Which managed to salvage bad situations? Which made the most regrettable decisions? (Here's looking at you, New York Knicks.)

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#68 - Did Gordon Hayward do the Utah Jazz wrong? from 2017-07-06T18:29:53

Does Gordon Hayward owe it to the Utah Jazz to orchestrate a sign-and-trade with the Boston Celtics for Jae Crowder? Are the Celtics a legitimate threat to the Cleveland Cavaliers or Golden State W...

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#67 - Evaluating the Paul George, Ricky Rubio trades from 2017-07-01T17:27:20

Did the Indiana Pacers get enough for Paul George? Why didn't they wait until free agency began? Will George's arrival convince Russell Westbrook to sign a "supermax" extension with the Oklahoma Ci...

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#66 - 2017 Western Conference free agency preview from 2017-06-30T20:01:42

After acquiring CP3, what's next for the Houston Rockets? What big moves do the San Antonio Spurs have up their sleeves? Should the New Orleans Pelicans give Jrue Holiday a five-year max deal? Shou...

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#65 - 2017 Eastern Conference free agency preview from 2017-06-27T21:19:31

With Paul George likely to leave next year, should the Indiana Pacers allow Jeff Teague to walk in free agency? Should the Cleveland Cavaliers continue shopping Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love? Should ...

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#64 - Reaction to the 2017 NBA draft&the Jimmy Butler trade from 2017-06-24T01:15:09

Did the Chicago Bulls get enough from the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Jimmy Butler trade? How will Jimmy Buckets fit in Minnesota? What's next for the Bulls? Who were the biggest winners and lose...

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#63 - Breaking down Jimmy Butler, Paul George, Kristaps Porzingis trade rumors from 2017-06-20T21:27:01

Do the Indiana Pacers have to trade George this offseason? Should they do it by this Thursday's NBA draft? What should they expect in return? Is it time for the Chicago Bulls to trade Jimmy Butler?...

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#62 - Evaluating the Markelle Fultz blockbuster trade from 2017-06-18T20:33:47

Did the Boston Celtics get enough to move down from No. 1 to No. 3? Should they keep the No. 3 pick or trade it for Jimmy Butler? What does the trade mean for Isaiah Thomas' future in Boston? How w...

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#61 - Previewing the 2017 NBA draft with Sam Vecenie from 2017-06-16T21:45:07

Should the Cleveland Cavaliers roll back the same core, or should they shop Kevin Love and/or Kyrie Irving? Are the Golden State Warriors ruining the NBA by being too dominant? What makes Markelle ...

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#60 - Can the Cavaliers come back from a 3-1 Finals deficit again? from 2017-06-10T15:32:20

Can the Cleveland Cavaliers come back from a 3-1 series deficit for the second straight year, or will the Golden State Warriors finish the deed this time? Does LeBron James belong in the GOAT conve...

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#59 - Finals Game 1 reaction and NBA Draft preview from 2017-06-02T20:30:20

What were the big takeaways for the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors from Game 1? What adjustments can the Cavaliers make heading into Game 2? Is this series already over? Should the B...

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#58 - 2017 NBA Finals preview, postmortems for BOS and SAS from 2017-05-29T00:03:05

Can the San Antonio Spurs afford to stand pat at point guard this summer, or do they need to make a big splash in free agency? Should they be shopping LaMarcus Aldridge? What should the Boston Celt...

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#57 - 2017 draft lottery analysis, ECF preview and Zaza banter from 2017-05-17T23:18:51

Who were the biggest winners and losers from Tuesday's draft lottery? Is there any chance the Los Angeles Lakers don't select UCLA point guard Lonzo Ball at No. 2 overall? What should the Philadelp...

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#56 - Previewing Spurs-Warriors and the NBA draft lottery from 2017-05-14T19:43:48

After running out of steam in their second-round series against the San Antonio Spurs, what's next for James Harden and the Houston Rockets? What are the major keys to Game 7 of the Boston Celtics-...

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#55 - Second-round playoff analysis and Eastern Conference overhauls from 2017-05-07T19:18:59

Did the Washington Wizards already blow their best shot of stealing their second-round series against the Boston Celtics? Can the San Antonio Spurs survive Tony Parker's season-ending injury? Do th...

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#54 - First round wrap-up from 2017-04-30T21:02:38

Did LeBron dominate just to remind us of who he is? Will Toronto improve now that they don't have to match up against Octo-Giannis? Will Golden State sweep the second round, regardless of match-up?...

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#53 - Reaction to Week 1 of the 2017 NBA playoffs from 2017-04-21T21:43:52

Can the Boston Celtics overcome their rebounding woes to get back into their series against the Chicago Bulls? What's going wrong for the Indiana Pacers and Atlanta Hawks against the Cleveland Cava...

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#52 - Our 2017 NBA playoffs mega-preview from 2017-04-13T21:52:43

What are the keys to each first-round series in the 2017 NBA playoffs? Who are the X-factors for each team? How will each series play out? Will there be any major upsets? Can the Cleveland Cavalier...

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#51 - Debating MVP, DPOY and other 2016-17 NBA awards from 2017-04-09T06:06:42

Is Russell Westbrook's historic season enough for him to defy precedent and win Most Valuable Player? Does Kawhi Leonard's claim as the league's best two-way player mean he should win the award? Ho...

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#50 - What's next for the Pelicans and the Pistons? from 2017-04-08T06:20:13

What should Golden State Warriors fans hope to see from Kevin Durant upon his return? Which Eastern Conference team poses the biggest threat to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the playoffs? How will Der...

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#49 - Postmortems for Western Conference lottery teams from 2017-04-01T04:05:28

Is Tony Parker playable against the Golden State Warriors in a hypothetical playoff matchup? Is it officially time to sound the alarm about the slumping Cleveland Cavaliers? If the Los Angeles Lake...

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#48 - Bidding adieu to Eastern Conference bottom-feeders from 2017-03-25T17:52:20

Should the Philadelphia 76ers sign Joel Embiid to an extension this summer? What characteristics should the Orlando Magic look for in a new general manager if they fire Rob Hennigan? Will the New Y...

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#47 - Can the Suns out-tank the Lakers? from 2017-03-19T22:24:26

Has Dwyane Wade already played his final game with the Chicago Bulls? Do the Phoenix Suns have any chance of out-tanking the Los Angeles Lakers down the stretch? Are the Sacramento Kings less screw...

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#46 - How are the major trade-deadline splashes faring? from 2017-03-11T01:12:01

How are the biggest players moved at the trade deadline faring on their new squads? Which teams are going to win the No. 8 seed in their respective conferences? Is it too early to panic about Los A...

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#45 - How do Durant, Lowry injuries impact the playoff race? from 2017-03-04T05:18:57

With Kevin Durant sidelined for the next four weeks (or longer), are the Golden State Warriors still the favorite to represent the Western Conference in the NBA Finals? How will Kyle Lowry's wrist ...

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#44 - Recapping the 2017 NBA trade deadline from 2017-02-25T21:38:57

Is there any justification for the Philadelphia 76ers trading Nerlens Noel to the Dallas Mavericks for 25 cents on the dollar? Can Cameron Payne justify his high price with the Chicago Bulls? Did t...

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#43 - Breaking down the DeMarcus Cousins trade from 2017-02-20T20:42:03

How badly did the New Orleans Pelicans fleece the Sacramento Kings in their acquisition of DeMarcus Cousins? Will a frontline of Cousins and Anthony Davis work in New Orleans? What types of players...

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#42 - All-Star break award updates and WTF, Bryan Colangelo? from 2017-02-18T05:19:05

Do Philadelphia 76ers fans have any reason to trust team president Bryan Colangelo heading into the trade deadline? Is Carmelo Anthony a deserving All-Star Game replacement for Kevin Love? Why are ...

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#41 - Reaction to Toronto's Serge Ibaka trade and the Nurkic-Plumlee swap from 2017-02-14T20:41:48

After acquiring Serge Ibaka from the Orlando Magic, are the Toronto Raptors a legitimate threat to topple the Cleveland Cavaliers in the playoffs? How does Ibaka fit in Toronto? Did the Raptors ove...

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#40 - Jabari Parker's Torn ACL, Jahill Okafor Trade Rumors and the Latest Knicks Dysfunction from 2017-02-11T07:43:02

Should the Milwaukee Bucks change course in the wake of Jabari Parker's second ACL tear? How would Jahlil Okafor fit on the New Orleans Pelicans? Is the New York Knicks' dysfunction jeopardizing th...

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#38 - All-Star Reserve Snubs and Team Banana Boat Drama from 2017-01-28T00:06:29

Should NBA coaches have named Chris Paul, Mike Conley or Joel Embiid as All-Star Game reserves? What should the Chicago Bulls do in the wake of Jimmy Butler and Dwyane Wade criticizing their younge...

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#37 - All-Star Starter Snubs and CP3, Rudy Gay Injury Analysis from 2017-01-23T00:33:36

Who was the bigger starting snub from the 2017 NBA All-Star Game, Russell Westbrook or Kyle Lowry? How should the Los Angeles Clippers proceed in the wake of Chris Paul's thumb injury? Should Rudy ...

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#36 - How should the Knicks proceed with Derrick Rose? from 2017-01-14T01:00:14

After Derrick Rose's mysterious disappearance on Monday, how should the New York Knicks proceed with him moving forward? Who won the Kyle Korver trade? Why would DeMarcus Cousins sign an extension...

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#35 - Should the Atlanta Hawks Trade Paul Millsap? from 2017-01-06T03:03:10

How should the Chicago Bulls resolve their Rajon Rondo dilemma? Should the Atlanta Hawks trade Paul Millsap rather than risk losing him for nothing in free agency? Does Chicago head coach Fred Hoib...

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#34 - New CBA Analysis and Debating DNP-Rest from 2016-12-16T22:00:37

Who stands to benefit from the NBA's new collective bargaining agreement? Should teams be allowed to rest players on the road? What's behind the Spurs' defensive decline when Kawhi Leonard is on t...

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#33 - Where Do the Magic Go From Here? from 2016-12-12T06:49:32

With ill-fitting pieces and young lottery picks playing out of position (or buried on the bench), how should the Orlando Magic proceed in their rebuild? Did Brooklyn Nets general manager Sean Marks...

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#32 - How Screwed Are the Grizzlies Without Mike Conley? from 2016-12-02T00:47:39

With Mike Conley sidelined by a back injury for the next 6-8 weeks, are the Memphis Grizzlies' playoff hopes on life support? Should the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers and San Antonio ...

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#31 - Are the Knicks a Legit Playoff Contender? from 2016-11-27T00:28:21

After going 5-1 in their past six games, are the New York Knicks a serious playoff contender? Can Reggie Jackson transform the Detroit Pistons into a legitimate threat to the Cleveland Cavaliers on...

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#30 - The Lakers Rise Again from 2016-11-18T05:15:16

Can Jrue Holiday help the New Orleans Pelicans turn their season around? Who deserves the most credit for the surprising starts from the Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets? How can the Portland T...

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#29 - The NBA Takes On The Election from 2016-11-13T06:52:55

In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen, Bryan Toporek and special guest Mark Karantzoulis break down the biggest stories from the third week of the 2016-17 NBA season.

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#28 - Russell Westbrook's Revenge Tour Derails from 2016-11-04T22:31:25

Have the Golden State Warriors already found their groove after laying waste to the Portland Trail Blazers and Oklahoma City Thunder? What's most surprising about the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers...

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#27 - Opening Night Reaction from 2016-10-28T22:11:14

Morten, Sarah and Bryan recap a wild first few days of the 2016-17 NBA season, including the new-look Knicks starting off on the wrong foot against the defending-champion Cavaliers, the Spurs' demo...

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#26 - Preseason Recap, Season Predictions from 2016-10-24T18:09:38

Morten, Sarah and Bryan recap their biggest takeaways from the 2016-17 preseason before diving into their season predictions. How will Michael Carter-Williams fit with the Chicago Bulls? What's beh...

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#25 - Northwest Division Preview from 2016-10-21T05:35:03

Morten, Sarah and Bryan finish their division-by-division preview of the 2016-17 NBA season with a look at the Northwest Division. Should the Denver Nuggets go all-in on their youth movement? Will ...

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#24 - Southwest Division Preview from 2016-10-18T16:49:35

Morten, Sarah and Bryan continue their division-by-division preview of the 2016-17 NBA season with a look at the Southwest Division. Will Harrison Barnes flourish in a bigger role with the Dallas M...

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#23 - Pacific Division Preview from 2016-10-15T15:13:26

Morten, Sarah and Bryan preview the Pacific Division ahead of the 2016-17 NBA season. How can anyone stop the Golden State Warriors? Is this the last stand for the Los Angeles Clippers' Big Three e...

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#22 - Southeast Division Preview from 2016-10-11T18:02:54

Morten, Sarah and Bryan preview the Southeast Division ahead of the 2016-17 NBA season. Can Dwight Howard replace Al Horford in Atlanta? How will the Miami Heat fare without Dwyane Wade and Chris B...

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#21 - Central Division Preview from 2016-10-05T19:29:37

Morten, Sarah and Bryan preview the Central Division ahead of the 2016-17 NBA season. Can the Milwaukee Bucks bounce back after their disappointing 2015-16 campaign? How will Dwyane Wade and Rajon ...

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#20 - Atlantic Division Preview from 2016-09-22T17:32:47

Sarah, Morten and Bryan preview the Atlantic Division ahead of the 2016-17, touching upon the rebuilding Brooklyn Nets, the new-look New York Knicks, the debuts of Philadelphia 76ers rookies Ben Si...

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#19 - 2016 NBA Free Agency Update from 2016-07-09T23:20:46

Bryan Toporek, Sarah Cilea and Morten Jensen discuss the biggest storylines from the first week of free agency, touching upon Kevin Durant, Dwyane Wade, Al Horford, Pau Gasol and many others.

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#18 - First Day of 2016 NBA Free Agency from 2016-07-01T22:31:28

Morten Jensen and Bryan Toporek react to a wild first few hours of NBA free agency, including analysis of Jeremy Lin to the Nets, Timofey Mozgov to the Lakers, Joakim Noah to the Knicks and a few l...

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#17 - 2016 NBA Draft Reaction from 2016-06-24T18:05:23

BBALLBREAKDOWN draft expert Jeff Feyerer joins Morten Jensen and Bryan Toporek to recap the 2016 NBA draft. They discuss the Jimmy Butler trade rumors, the Oklahoma City Thunder-Orlando Magic megad...

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#16 - 2016 NBA Finals Recap from 2016-06-23T19:59:32

Morten and Sarah share their thoughts on Game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals and what the result means for the legacy of LeBron James and the Golden State Warriors.

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#15 - Reaction to Wednesday's Tradepocalypse from 2016-06-23T06:30:03

Morten and Sarah share their reactions to the two big trades that went down Wednesday: Chicago sending Derrick Rose to the New York Knicks and the three-team swap between the Atlanta Hawks, Indiana...

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#14 - 2016 NBA Draft Preview from 2016-06-16T03:51:17

Jeff Feyerer of BBALLBREAKDOWN joins Bryan to preview the 2016 NBA draft, touching upon the Ben Simmons-Brandon Ingram debate, the biggest question marks among the top 10, mid- and late-first-round...

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#13 - Halfway Through the NBA Finals from 2016-06-09T22:48:03

Sarah, Morten and Bryan discuss Games 2 and 3 of the 2016 NBA Finals, including Cleveland's Kevin Love conundrum, what's wrong with Stephen Curry and whether J.R. Smith's Game 3 breakout is sustain...

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#12 - What Must the Sixers Do This Offseason? from 2016-06-05T21:15:12

Jeff McMenamin of Metro Philly joins Bryan to discuss the Nerlens Noel-for-Jeff Teague trade rumor, debate whether the Sixers should trade Noel or Jahlil Okafor this offseason, weigh Philly's draft...

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#11 - 2016 NBA Finals Preview from 2016-06-02T22:25:17

Sarah and Bryan bid farewell to the Oklahoma City Thunder before diving deep into a preview of the NBA Finals between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors. They also share their "Crush...

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#10 - Eastern Conference Finals Recap from 2016-05-30T04:21:35

Morten, Sarah and Bryan discuss what's next for the Raptors, praise LeBron James for his sixth straight NBA Finals appearance, preview Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, and weigh in on Mike ...

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#9 - Post-Draft Lottery, Who Should Go No. 1? from 2016-05-22T16:49:35

Morten, Sarah and Bryan break down what the 76ers should do with the No. 1 overall pick, discuss the latest in the Warriors-Thunder and Cavaliers-Raptors conference finals, and weigh in on the Knic...

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#8 - A Western Conference Finals Preview and a Spurs Eulogy from 2016-05-16T01:05:29

Sarah, Morten and Bryan eulogize the Spurs, preview the Western Conference Finals matchup between the Warriors and the Thunder, and break down some of the latest coaching moves across the Association.

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#7(Part 2) - Awards Banter from 2016-05-12T05:31:10

In Part 2 of a special two-part episode, Morten and Bryan debate who should have finished second in this year's Most Valuable Player race, argue over whether Portland's Neil Olshey deserved Executi...

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#7 (Part 1) - Bidding Farewell to the Hawks and the Blazers from 2016-05-12T02:41:40

In Part 1 of a two-part episode, Morten and Bryan discuss Stephen Curry's Game 4 heroics and touch upon whether the Trail Blazers are a free-agent destination, break down keys to Spurs-Thunder movi...

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#6 - Can the Hawks Come Back Against Cleveland? from 2016-05-06T05:31:28

After beginning with an epic Spurs-Thunder Game 2 rant, Sarah and Bryan discuss whether the Hawks are dead in the water against Cleveland, detail big storylines to watch in the Heat-Raptors series ...

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#5 - Eastern Conference Semifinals Preview from 2016-05-04T22:35:24

Morten and Bryan discuss whether the Hawks have a chance against the Cavaliers, make their picks for the Heat-Raptors series and offer a look at what lies ahead for the Hornets, Celtics, Pacers and...

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#4 - Western Conference Semifinals Preview from 2016-05-01T22:51:26

Morten, Sarah and Bryan discuss whether the Trail Blazers can upset the Warriors, suggest a path ahead for the Clippers, break down the Spurs-Thunder series and weigh in on Tom Thibodeau's fit in M...

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#3 - Do the Bulls Need to Begin a Rebuild? from 2016-04-12T23:11:36

Morten, Bryan, and Sarah share their NBA awards ballots, discuss the Bradley Beal situation in Washington and provides answers as to why the Bulls need to rebuild.

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#2 - Ding, Dong, The Process Is Dead from 2016-04-09T22:43:26

In Morten's absence, Bryan and Sarah discuss the current state of the Philadelphia 76ers after the resignation of Sam Hinkie, as well as which playoff match-ups the two wish to see this upcoming po...

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#1 - Can Anyone Stop the Warriors? from 2016-04-03T20:50:14

First-ever episode of The NBA Podcast, presented by BBALLBREAKDOWN. Topics include the dominance of the Golden State Warriors, the complicated state of the Oklahoma City Thunder, the scandal involv...

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