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Which NBA team will claim the title of best offense next season?

Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer square off with bold predictions for the league’s top 10 offenses, debating surprises like the San Antonio Spurs’ elite firepower and whether the Denver Nuggets can maintain their dominance behind Nikola Jokić. Can the Houston Rockets’ relentless offensive rebounding push them into the upper tier, or will Cleveland’s revamped backcourt of James Harden and Donovan Mitchell reign supreme?

Key matchups include the impact of superstar rotations in Philadelphia after adding LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, the Boston Celtics’...

Jared and Mo wrap up their division preview series with the Central Division. They discuss one thing they're excited about and one thing they're concerned about, then make one prediction about the season for the Bulls, Cavaliers, Pistons, Pacers, and Bucks.

2:33 Bulls

13:52 Cavaliers

25:17 Pistons

34:50 Pacers

42:58 Bucks

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Houston Rockets reload with Fred VanVleet and Marcus Smart, aiming to challenge Victor Wembanyama’s San Antonio Spurs atop the Southwest Division. Can Marcus Smart’s leadership and VanVleet’s return finally unclog a notorious offense and elevate Houston’s young core? Meanwhile, the Spurs add Tobias Harris and keep their title window wide open—will Dylan Harper become the next breakout star alongside Wemby and Stephon Castle?

Wes Goldberg and Keith Parish break down every major move, from the Dallas Mavericks’ curious roster construction around Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving’s return, to the Memphis Grizzlies’ frontcourt overh...

Jared and Mo continue their preview series with the Southeast Division. They discuss one thing they're excited about and one thing they're worried about, then make one prediction about the season, for the Hawks, Hornets, Heat, Magic, and Wizards. 

1:28 Hawks

12:44 Hornets

22:15 Heat

31:15 Magic

43:27 Wizards

54:26 Miami/USC Check-in

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Wes and Mike make their over/under picks for the Western Conference and talk about why they are both taking the over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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The Western Conference win totals are here, and Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer are picking an over or under for all 15 teams. Can the Oklahoma City Thunder win 61 games and make it four straight 60-win seasons? Are Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs due for regression after winning 62? And are the Lakers, Rockets and Nuggets among the safest bets in the West?

Wes and Mike also disagree with some of the offseason’s most tempting win totals. Is the Jazz over at 35.5 a trap? Can Ja Morant and Damian Lillard make Portland better immediately? Are the Clippers headed fo...

Jared and Mo continue their division preview series with the Southwest Division. They detail one thing they're excited about and one thing they're worried about, then make one prediction about the season for the Mavericks, Rockets, Grizzlies, Pelicans, and Spurs.

02:16 Mavericks

14:34 Rockets

25:29 Grizzlies

35:01 Pelicans

42:48 Spurs

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Does the addition of Kawhi Leonard turn the Toronto Raptors into legit NBA title contenders? Wes Goldberg and Es Baraheni discuss the Raptors offseason and preview their season.

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Atlantic Division contenders hit the reset button as LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, and Kawhi Leonard shake up the NBA landscape. Can the new-look Philadelphia 76ers finally solve their playoff puzzle, or do Joel Embiid’s health concerns loom too large? The Toronto Raptors load up with Kawhi, while the Boston Celtics swap Jaylen Brown for Paul George, daring to double down on their three-point identity and offensive rebounding with Mitchell Robinson.

Wes Goldberg and Es Baraheni break down which teams truly improved, spotlighting Anfernee Simons' fit in Philly and Scottie Barnes' breakout potential. Key discussion points include fr...

Jared and Mo continue their division preview series with the Northwest Division. They discuss one thing they're excited about and one thing they're concerned about, then make one prediction about the season, for the Nuggets, Timberwolves, Thunder, Trail Blazers, and Jazz. 

1:26 Nuggets

14:08 Timberwolves

26:41 Thunder

37:41 Blazers

48:43 Jazz

59:00 Miami/USC Check-in

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Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer share their strongest takes about the NBA punishing the Clippers after concluding the Kawhi investigation before jumping into their win total over/under picks for the Eastern Conference.

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Jared and Mo discuss the findings and punishments handed down in the NBA's investigation of the Clippers, Kawhi Leonard, Aspiration, and more.

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Wes Goldberg is joined by Bryce Simon (Motor City Hoops, Pistons Pulse, Game Theory) to preview the Central Division and discuss if the Detroit Pistons got better or worse this offseason.

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Jared and Mo continue their season preview series with the Pacific Division, discussing one thing they are excited about and one thing they are concerned about, then making a prediction about the season, for each of the Warriors, Clippers, Lakers, Suns, and Kings. 

1:15 Warriors

14:32 Clippers

25:15 Lakers

39:25 Suns

47:47 Kings

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Central Division shakeup: Can the Indiana Pacers leap from last to contenders with Tyrese Haliburton’s return and Ivica Zubac anchoring the paint? The Detroit Pistons seek to defend their East crown behind Cade Cunningham, while the Cleveland Cavaliers gamble on the high-upside fit of Peyton Watson in a star-studded starting five. Chicago Bulls’ rookie Caleb Wilson ignites excitement, and the retooled Milwaukee Bucks pin hopes on Tyler Herro and Kel'el Ware after trading Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Host Wes Goldberg and Bryce Simon break down major offseason moves, surprising depth chart decisions, and roster questions defining each Central Divi...

Jared and Mo kick off their season preview series with the Atlantic Division, discussing one thing they are excited about and one thing they are concerned about, then making a prediction about the season, for each of the Celtics, Nets, Knicks, 76ers, and Raptors. 

00:00 Celtics

13:50 Nets

19:42 Knicks

34:36 76ers

49:12 Raptors

1:02:40 Miami/USC check-in

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Who are the five best players at every position in the NBA right now? Wes Goldberg is joined by Mo Dakhil and Basketball Poetry’s Mike Shearer for the final RealGM Radio Summer Roundtable to build their top-five rankings at shooting guard. #nba

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Wes Goldberg is joined by Mo Dakhil and Basketball Poetry’s Mike Shearer for the final RealGM Radio Sum., shooting guard, small forward, power forward and center.

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Who are the five best players at every position in the NBA right now? Wes Goldberg is joined by Mo Dakhil and Basketball Poetry’s Mike Shearer for the RealGM Radio Summer Roundtable to build their top-five rankings at point guard, shooting guard, small forward, power forward and center. There’s just one problem: Nobody has seen anyone else’s list.

The guys debate where stars such as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic, Victor Wembanyama, Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo belong — and first have to settle an increasingly complicated question: What position does everyone actually play? They compare rankings...

Wes Goldberg, Jared Dubin and Mike Shearer make their predictions for what will feel obvious by the end of the 2026-27 NBA season.

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What are we debating about the NBA right now that will look completely obvious by the end of the 2026-27 season? Wes Goldberg is joined by Jared Dubin and Mike Shearer to plant their flags on the biggest questions that could be settled over the next year. Which young player makes the leap? Which contender are we overthinking? Which team-building philosophy is about to become conventional wisdom?

Then, the guys tackle one of the NBA’s biggest ongoing debates: Is the second apron actually bad for basketball? The new CBA has made roster-building more restrictive and expensive te...

The Lakers are reportedly being sold for $12 billion to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner—just 18 months after Mark Walter purchased the franchise. What could another massive valuation mean for NBA expansion in Las Vegas and Seattle? And somehow, Luka Doncic could already be playing for his third majority owner.

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The RealGM Radio crew is together for a Summer Roundtable! Wes Goldberg is joined by Mo Dakhil and Jared Dubin of Double Dribble and Basketball Poetry's Mike Shearer to react to another stunning Lakers ownership change, break down the NBA's newly announced schedule and battle through a tiered fantasy draft.

First, the Lakers are reportedly being sold for $12 billion to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner—just 18 months after Mark Walter purchased the franchise. What could another massive valuation mean for NBA expansion in Las Vegas and Seattle? And somehow, Luka Doncic could already be playing for his th...

What should NBA teams expect from star players in 2026? This episode of RealGM Radio considers how superstar value now extends beyond scoring averages and highlight moments. We discuss availability, playoff adaptability, defensive engagement, playmaking, leadership, conditioning, and the ability to elevate teammates in different lineup contexts. 

The conversation examines how organizations should evaluate stars whose regular-season production may not translate against elite postseason defenses, as well as the importance of accountability and partnership with coaches and executives. With salaries, expectations, and roster restrictions all rising, which traits make a star truly worth building around for a championship c...

What makes an NBA head coach effective in 2026? This episode of RealGM Radio breaks down the expanding demands of the job, including tactical innovation, player relationships, staff management, media communication, and collaboration with the front office.

Wes Goldberg, Mo Dakhil, Jared Dubin and Mike Shearer explore how coaches create accountability without losing the locker room, adapt schemes during the regular season and playoffs, and develop role players around stars. The discussion also covers workload management, data-driven decision-making, assistant coach specialization, and the challenge of leading across generations. In a league defined by constant change, which qualities help...

What does elite NBA team building look like in 2026? This episode of RealGM Radio examines the modern general manager’s job, from managing the salary cap and navigating the current collective bargaining agreement to identifying talent, aligning ownership, and building a sustainable organizational culture.

Wes Goldberg, Mo Dakhil, Jared Dubin and Mike Shearer discuss how front offices balance analytics, scouting, player development, trades, free agency, and long-term flexibility while still facing pressure to win immediately. The conversation also explores communication, decision-making under uncertainty, and the importance of matching roster construction to coaching philosophy. Which skills most consistently se...

What makes a successful general manager, head coach and star player in the NBA in 2026? Wes Goldberg, Mo Dakhil, Jared Dubin and Mike Shearer come together to kick off the RealGM Radio Summer Roundtable series with a big-picture conversation on what it takes for organizations to succeed.

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Introducing the RealGM Radio Summer Roundtable series! All of your favorite voices on one show. Wes Goldberg, Mo Dakhil, Jared Dubin and Mike Shearer go in depth on big-picture topics every Wednesday through August. Topics will include what makes a successful NBA general manager, head coach and star player in 2026, and a "Madden-style" fantasy draft where each host selects a 15-man roster. Coming to you live on YouTube every Wednesday at 11am ET and on your podcast feeds – all August long. Subscribe now!

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Can a modern NBA draft class become the greatest defensive class in league history? Wes Goldberg is joined by Basketball Poetry's Mike Shearer to debate whether the 2017 and 2023 draft classes are on pace to challenge legendary groups like 1984 and 1996 thanks to the emergence of Bam Adebayo, Derrick White, Victor Wembanyama, Amen Thompson and more. Then Mike brings his own Good Take on why restricted free agency has become one of the NBA's most misunderstood roster-building tools. 

Finally, it's another edition of Summer 3-Way, where Wes and Mike each lay out the three moves they would make to f...

The Golden State Warriors chased LeBron James but ultimately did not get him -- which should be a huge relief to NBA fans. 

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Wes Goldberg and Katie Heindl give unique offseason vibes grades to NBA teams, including the Sixers, Warriors, Celtics, and more.

00:00 – Offseason Vibes Grades Kickoff
10:24 – LeBron to Sixers, Maxey & Brown Dynamics
22:25 – Warriors' Aging Vibes & Celtics After Jaylen Trade
28:25 – Minnesota, Atlanta, Pacers: Wildcard Vibe Checks

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Mo Dakhil and Jared Dubin weigh in on whether the Philadelphia 76ers can put together a championship-level defense after signing LeBron James. 

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Jared and Mo break down LeBron James' decision to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers. What will Philly look like on offense and defense, and is this team a legitimate title contender?

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LeBron James, after saying he seriously considered retirement, is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers for his final run at another NBA championship, he announced Friday. Wes and Mike come together to talk about his decision and whether he can realistically win anther ring with the 76ers before getting into the other domino effects of the move.

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Wes and Mike rank their most watchable NBA teams among the non-contenders. Is this fair to the Philadelphia 76ers and Indiana Pacers? 

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Which NBA teams actually top the League Pass watchability charts this season? Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer break down their non-contender favorites, debating the outlook for the Indiana Pacers, Charlotte Hornets, Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, Chicago Bulls, Phoenix Suns, and Philadelphia 76ers. Which rising teams boast the most exciting rookie talent and which rosters are primed for breakout performances?

Plus, the hosts question the NBA’s obsession with bench depth, arguing that superstars like Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander remain the true drivers of playoff and Finals success. The summer checklist for the Portland Trail Bl...

Jared and Mo discuss who they think are the weirdest teams in the NBA for the 2026-27 season. 

00:00 Housekeeping

4:51 Wizards

15:21 Pelicans

24:11 Kings

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Is the NBA overreacting to the second apron? Wes Goldberg argues that the loudest criticism of the league's new Collective Bargaining Agreement is missing the bigger picture. He breaks down why recent salary dumps by the Thunder, Celtics and Knicks don't prove the system is broken, explains what the players actually gained in the latest CBA, and makes the case that the one change everyone avoids discussing—reducing the number of regular-season games—is the real solution to many of the NBA's biggest problems.

Then Wes reacts to the latest on LeBron James' prolonged free agency, explaining why...

Jared and Mo discuss the trade that sent Luguentz Dort to Atlanta and Zaccharie Rissacher to Dallas, then wrap up the latest in NBA free agency news.

1:32 Thunder

17:01 Hawks and Mavericks

33:31 Free Agency News

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Wes and Mike debate whether Victor Wembanyama's extension exposes a flaw in the NBA's salary cap before making the case that LeBron James' 2020 championship deserves far more respect. Then they map out a long-term rebuild for the New Orleans Pelicans.

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