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Couper Moorhead of HEAT.com makes his long-awaited Dunc’d On debut to look ahead to the most anticipated Miami season in some time. We break down Miami’s offensive system last year and how it can be tweaked to accommodate Giannis, and what Erik Spolestra can do defensively to incorporate the former Defensive Player of the Year.

Plus, we hit on the rest of the newcomers, discuss how the holdovers will fit in around Giannis, and break down the Heat’s strengths and weaknesses going into the season.

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James Plowright of the Buzz Beat Podcast uses his dulcet British tones to break down the upcoming Hornets season. Was the LaMelo trade the right move? How do newcomers Naz Reid, Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale, and the rookies fit in? How can Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel evolve as they take on more offensive responsibility? Plus, we make our predictions for the Hornets season.

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Nate puts on his legal hat and combs through Jeanie Buss’ new legal filings as well as the litigation she relies on from 2017 to see whether she should be able to prevent the sale of the remaining Buss family interest and remain controlling owner. ⁠Check out the relevant filings for yourself here⁠.

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Noa Dalzell of CLNS and Nate look back at Boston’s surprising 2025-26 season and debate whether the Celtics’ success justified—or complicated—the decision to dramatically reshape the roster. They examine how the departures and additions change the roles of Jayson Tatum, Payton Pritchard, Paul George, Mitchell Robinson, and Boston’s group of young wings. They also dig into the biggest questions for the Celtics on both ends of the floor, including shot creation, defensive matchups, rotation decisions, and Joe Mazzulla’s approach in the playoffs. Finally, they give their predictions for the Celtics’ season and discuss how Boston matches...

Brad Rowland of Locked on Hawks bats his traditional leadoff role to discuss Atlanta's season. We look into how real their close to last season was, how newcomers Lu Dort, Kingston Flemings, and Aaron Wiggins will fit in, and what Jalen Johnson needs to do to take the next step after a rough playoffs. Plus, we give our predictions for the Hawks' season.

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Nate and Danny can finally sum up the offseasons for the Nuggets and Cavs, improbably through a trade with each other! We put the Peyton Watson deal into context for both teams and give them offseason grades, while also discussing DeMar DeRozan to the Nuggets. We also break down Klay Thompson’s fit in Miami and whether they should have prioritized him over DeRozan or Bradley Beal.

0:00 Denver Nuggets offseason grade — Peyton Watson sign-and-trade, DeMar DeRozan signing, Nikola Jokić’s future

32:29 Cleveland Cavaliers offseason grade — James Harden contract, Peyton Watson acquisition

46:46 Klay Thompson to the Mi...

It's time to hold ourselves accountable and see how we feel about the East's 2025 offseason a year on. Which teams' offseasons do we feel worse about now, and which better? Which ones were we right on at the time, and which did we get totally wrong?

0:32 Atlanta Hawks — Pelicans draft trade, Nickeil Alexander-Walker signing, Kristaps Porziņģis trade, Dyson Daniels extension, Onsi Saleh hiring

9:21 Boston Celtics — Jrue Holiday–Anfernee Simons trade, Kristaps Porziņģis trade, Hugo González draft pick, Josh Minott and Luka Garza signings

15:36 Brooklyn Nets — Egor Demin, Nolan Traoré, Drake Powell, Ben Sa...

A quick hitter on today's news of the Buss family voting to sell their remaining shares to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger and evaluating Jeanie Buss' arguments to block the sale. Plus, an ESPN report indicates the league "has no evidence" of salary cap circumvention, what does Nate make of it?

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Nate and Danny react to the shock sale of the Lakers. Why did this happen now, and what does it mean for the Lakers and the league?

Bradley Beal gets a new contract that is clear evidence of circumvention, while Pablo Torre uncovers more evidence of clear circumvention.

Dennis Schröder is traded to Charlotte. Why it was an easy call for the Hornets, and what it could open up for the Cavs.

We explain why Jeff Schwartz’s comments about the CBA harming veteran players were so off base.

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It's time to hold ourselves accountable and see how we feel about the 2025 offseason a year on. Which teams' offseasons do we feel worse about now, and which better? Which ones were we right on at the time, and which did we get totally wrong?

Golden State Warriors — Jonathan Kuminga re-signing, Al Horford signing, De’Anthony Melton signing, Gary Payton II return, Will Richard draft pick

Houston Rockets — Kevin Durant trade, Fred VanVleet re-signing, Jabari Smith Jr. extension, Dorian Finney-Smith signing, Clint Capela signing, Steven Adams extension

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Danny has returned and we catch up on the latest Kawhi Leonard scandal and why extensions like those for Dillon Brooks and Naji Marshall are far more to blame for the league's financial predicament than the dreaded Aprons.

Then, we finish out our assessment of the summer leaguers for HOU, IND, MIA, MIN, NOP, NYK, ORL, and POR.

We continue to look at this crazy summer in the West, with huge moves like the Lakers trading for Walker Kessler.

Los Angeles Lakers — LeBron James departure, Austin Reaves extension, Walker Kessler sign-and-trade, Quentin Grimes signing, Sandro Mamukelashvili signing, Collin Sexton signing, Deandre Ayton trade, Cameron Carr draft pick

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Nate and Danny continue their review of every relevant player in Summer League:

Los Angeles Lakers: Cameron Carr, Adou Thiero, Arthur Kaluma

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LeBron James stuns everyone by agreeing to join the Philadelphia 76ers. He said it was about the best chance to win, so how good is this Sixers team in the East? What is the best way to maximize the talents of Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, Jaylen Brown, LeBron, and Embiid? Are they going to be able to guard anyone? Plus, should LeBron have chosen another team as the best shot of winning a championship?

Nate and Danny continue their review of every relevant player in Summer League, continuing through the lottery and discussing OKC, Charlotte, Detroit, Toronto...

Nate and Danny go long on the fascinating Dort/Risacher trade. Was this the right way to save money by OKC? And was giving up on Risacher the right move for Atlanta?

Then, we break down the offseasons with our letter grading system for OKC, ATL, DAL, WAS, MEM and CHI, before hitting on some news including Matisse Thybulle in LA.

0:42 – Oklahoma City Thunder

31:06 – Atlanta Hawks

53:56 – Dallas Mavericks

1:07:32 – Washington Wizards

1:18:41 – Memphis Grizzlies

1:27:32 – Chicago Bulls

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Nate and Danny start their breakdown of all the projected roster players in Summer League with Washington Wizards AJ Dybantsa, Will Riley and Tre Johnson.

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We discuss why the Milwaukee Bucks should be punished for their blatant circumvention of the salary cap with Gary Trent Jr, and whether it’s the most ridiculous contract in NBA history.

Victor Wembanyama limits himself to the 25% max. How does that simplify the Spurs’ future?

Plus, WATFOs on Bronny James, Jaylen Brown in Philly, the dregs of the West, the Bucks being punished, and Bronny James.

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We give our early summer league impressions on Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa, and Cam Boozer. Then, what to make of the Kawhi Leonard trade being on hold? Is this evidence that the league is handling this the wrong way?

We also talk about the ongoing LeBron James drama on where he will play next year, and where he should play next year. Plus, the latest on Peyton Watson and the Clippers and breaking down the six-team trade.

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A news catch-up on the DFS trade to Charlotte, Ayton trade to Washington, and something being rotten in the state of Denver.

Plus, Nate and Danny explains why the people who are focusing so much on the Second Apron as the explanation for the Jaylen Brown trade are way, way off.

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We break down the gobsmacking Jaylen Brown trade, then look at the many other signings league-wide on a Day 2 of Free Agency that did not disappoint.

0:00 — Jaylen Brown trade setup

1:08 — Boston’s side of the Jaylen Brown trade

9:15 — Celtics’ asset return and long-term direction

13:02 — Evaluating Jaylen Brown’s value

19:51 — Brown’s playoff skill set and Boston’s risk

28:26 — Philadelphia’s side of the Jaylen Brown trade

37:43 — Sixers roster after the trade

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The Raptors acquire Kawhi Leonard for 2 picks, a swap, and Brandon Ingram. How good can the Raptors be now in the East? Was it worth pushing their chips in to get Kawhi now? And how do we feel about what they gave up to get him?

For the Clippers, was this a better move than keeping Kawhi and extending him? And should the Spurs have gotten involved if this were the price?

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Nate and Danny try to figure out what on Earth Portland is doing with the stunning Ja Morant trade.  We also tell you exactly what Phoenix and Charlotte are doing with the Miles Bridges trade.

Then, they set the table for 2026 free agency, running down all the key moves, option decisions, qualifying offers, and rumors that will shape the next few days.

Nate and Danny go through all 30 picks of the first round.  What do the top-4 teams look like after a chalk first few picks including AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cam Boozer, and Caleb Wilson? Did the Clips and Nets make the right picks with Keaton Wagler and Mikel Brown Jr? And how do the Pacers/Clippers and Nets Rockets trades look now that we know who was available at 5 and 6?  Then we break down the rest of the first round, including which teams got Danny’s guys.

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Atlanta brings back CJ McCollum and trades for Aaron Wiggins.  What roads are now open to them with Jonathan Kuminga’s team option?

Phoenix gets two bargains on underrated rotation players Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin, but what does that mean for Mark Williams? 13:47

James Dolan says the Knicks would be suicidal to go into the second apron. If he means it, does it mean the Knicks are cheaping out? Plus, rumors on the Wolves, Nuggets and Nets. 19:22

Keaton Wagler of Illinois is a very polarizing prospect, and Nate and Danny are at opp...

Jonathan Givony gives his unique perspective on the NBA draft, having followed all of these players around the world for years.  He has Darryn Peterson #1, Nate has AJ Dybantsa, and they both make their arguments as to why.  Further discussions include Cam Boozer’s defense and scoring upside, Caleb Wilson’s rise, the volatility of Mikel Brown Jr., which of the point guards we like most in the top-10, how Aday Mara compares to Donovan Clingan, and much more.

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It’s time to break down the last of the contenders for a top-4 pick, AJ Dybantsa out of BYU. He has some unique abilities for the type of player he is, but also some scary red flags. How will it all add up for him?

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It’s here! Keith Smith of Spotrac joins Dan Feldman, Danny Leroux, and Nate to try to find homes for all the key free agents and trade candidates this offseason. How much do teams have to spend, and what are their goals? Where do Giannis, (Jaylen Brown?), Kawhi, Trey Murphy III, and other trade candidates land? Do the Nuggets need a major shake-up? What can the Lakers do with Austin Reaves and LeBron James? Join us for Part 1!

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We look at our first pure point guard prospect in this with Kingston Flemings out of Houston. How does he compare to current NBA floor generals?

Then, the Lakers’ offseason takes center stage. They’re faced with a choice of retaining their current free agents, using cap space, or trading for higher-end players than the ones they have? Who are some realistic names for them to go after? Should they prioritize LeBron and Rui or door number 2? 31:30

Golden State has nearly their full complement of draft picks, but desperately needs help on the wing and more...

The Knicks pulled out yet another clutch win against the Spurs to complete one of the most dominant playoff runs in NBA history. Jalen Brunson put up one of the best Finals closeout games ever as a deserving MVP.  We break down all the nuts and bolts of this game, and then give the Knicks all the flowers we possibly can.

For San Antonio, we assess how to put this series into context. They controlled large swaths, yet still lost 4-1 and choked away several games.

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The Knicks pulled out yet another clutch win against the Spurs to complete one of the most dominant playoff runs in NBA history. Jalen Brunson put up one of the best Finals closeout games ever as a deserving MVP.  We break down all the nuts and bolts of this game, and then give the Knicks all the flowers we possibly can.

For San Antonio, we assess how to put this series into context. They controlled large swaths, yet still lost 4-1 and choked away several games.

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The Miami Heat have been mired in the play-in.  Should they pursue Giannis to get them out of it? What about lower-level moves for someone like Ja Morant or Darius Garland? How would those moves work?

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Nate and Danny break down the fascinating Caleb Wilson out of North Carolina.  Does he rate above or below Cameron Boozer? We dig into his measurements, athleticism, finishing, jumper, passing flashes, defensive tools, and positional projection. Then we compare his archetype to other modern forwards and debate how to think about his upside. After that, we turn to Boston’s offseason. (54:31) What paths are available for the Celtics to get back to championship contention?

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The New York Knicks stunned the Spurs by taking Game 2 to become only the 3rd Finals team to win the first two games on the road.  We break down how the Knicks controlled the meat of the game, the Spurs roared back, and how Victor Wembanyama had an all-time (lowercase) goat moment with his late turnover. What, if anything, can the Spurs do to get back in the series?

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Oklahoma City is still smarting from a loss to the Spurs, but now they face a huge fiscal cliff with rookie scale extensions kicking in. What are their finances, and how can they cut money to avoid being the most expensive team in history? Can they retain Isaiah Hartenstein and Lu Dort, and for how much? What assets do they have, and should they go after Trey Murphy III or Giannis?

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It’s an NBA Cup rematch in the Finals. We discuss why the Knicks have specific advantages to attack Victor Wembanyama offensively, while New York’s defensive vulnerabilities aren’t necessarily what San Antonio most exploits on the offensive end.  Will that lead to the Knicks taking the series? We break down both sides of the ball in great detail before giving our series predictions.

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We’ve got a Game 7! Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs to even the series at 3-3 by playing the game he truly wants to play.  With Dylan Harper looking like a factor again, does the advantage shift back to San Antonio? What are the key strategies that will determine Game 7?

We also break down the passing of the 3-2-1 lottery reform with the full details emerging. Nate likes it, while Danny thinks it goes a little too far.

Finally, we discuss whether Game 7 of this series is the biggest game of the last 10 years.

Denver faces a summer of discontent in which Josh Kroenke says everything should be on the table. What could they get for Jamal Murray? Do they (and can they) move one of Cameron Johnson or Christian Braun to retain Peyton Watson below the dreaded second apron? And how can they rebuild their bench with minimum contracts?

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Victor Wembanyama reached another level, as did the Spurs with a new defensive strategy on Shai.  Meanwhile, the Thunder are now running out of bodies as well. Who has the advantage in the upcoming best of 3?

New York had no such problems with Cleveland in going up 3-0.  The way they’ve got us so focused on the Cavs’ flaws is the best compliment we can give the Knicks. 39:00

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Oklahoma City showed off their depth to take Game 3 decisively in San Antonio. We discuss the unique way they did it and the impressive performances that led to the win. How can San Antonio respond, particularly with two of their star guards struggling through injury?

Plus, we revisit the king of the hill argument between Victor and Shai after two Thunder wins.

Then, a look at what the new Philadelphia lead decision-maker will face this offseason.

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Andrew Marchand of the Athletic and AndrewMarchand.com joins to discuss the NBA media landscape during the playoffs, including the first year of Amazon and NBC as national TV partners and how their coverage has been received. We discuss broadcast quality, commentary teams, studio shows, and whether Inside the NBA has changed after moving to ESPN.

We also look at the NBA’s business model, including fragmented game access across services, local TV deals, streaming, blackouts, and the league’s next distribution cycle. Finally, we talk about the regular season, the issues with players missing games, and Vict...