Lakers beatman Jovan Buha of the Athletic joins to break down whether the Lakers can build on their surprise conference finals appearance. What is the status of LeBron and AD coming off injury? Can Austin Reaves take another leap? What does the starting lineup and rotation look like around them? How do new additions Gabe Vincent and Christian Wood fit in? Plus, we discuss our predictions for the Lakers season.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Lakers beatman Jovan Buha of the Athletic joins to break down whether the Lakers can build on their surprise conference finals appearance. What is the status of LeBron and AD coming off injury? Can Austin Reaves take another leap? What does the starting lineup and rotation look like around them? How do new additions Gabe Vincent and Christian Wood fit in? Plus, we discuss our predictions for the Lakers season.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:10:02
22 Sep 23
Maybe our most fascinating rookie extensions pod ever, with a new CBA bringing likely 10% yearly cap increases and the possibility of a 5th year on non-max extensions. Where do the likes of Patrick Williams, Onyeka Okongwu, Devin Vassell, Tyrese Maxey, Immanuel Quickley, and Jaden McDaniels end up?4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Maybe our most fascinating rookie extensions pod ever, with a new CBA bringing likely 10% yearly cap increases and the possibility of a 5th year on non-max extensions. Where do the likes of Patrick Williams, Onyeka Okongwu, Devin Vassell, Tyrese Maxey, Immanuel Quickley, and Jaden McDaniels end up?4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:31:20
15 Sep 23
They aren’t on national TV much, but we expect the Pacers to be League Pass darlings. On a more important note, how good will they be with key offseason additions Obi Toppin, Bruce Brown, and Jarace Walker? What are the chances of Bennedict Mathurin taking a leap in year two, and is he an obvious starter now over Buddy Hield? And, of course, we make our predictions for the season.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
They aren’t on national TV much, but we expect the Pacers to be League Pass darlings. On a more important note, how good will they be with key offseason additions Obi Toppin, Bruce Brown, and Jarace Walker? What are the chances of Bennedict Mathurin taking a leap in year two, and is he an obvious starter now over Buddy Hield? And, of course, we make our predictions for the season.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:07:53
1 Sep 23
Frank Madden of Locked on Bucks is our guest to look at the cervine squad. What will change under Adrian Griffin? What do we make of Giannis’ recent comments on his contractual situation? And what does “regression to the mean” look like for Giannis? Plus, can the old lions of the big 4 hold on another year, and what does the depth look like further down the rotation? Finally, we give our predictions and discuss how Milwaukee matches up in a new-look East.
Frank Madden of Locked on Bucks is our guest to look at the cervine squad. What will change under Adrian Griffin? What do we make of Giannis’ recent comments on his contractual situation? And what does “regression to the mean” look like for Giannis? Plus, can the old lions of the big 4 hold on another year, and what does the depth look like further down the rotation? Finally, we give our predictions and discuss how Milwaukee matches up in a new-look East.
01:13:25
27 Aug 23
Anthony Slater of the Athletic gets into the weeds on this Warriors season. What will the Chris Paul acquisition look like? Who will start and close? Was this team close enough last year to believe that smaller tweaks can allow them to contend? What should we expect from Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody? And, of course, we give our predictions for the season.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Anthony Slater of the Athletic gets into the weeds on this Warriors season. What will the Chris Paul acquisition look like? Who will start and close? Was this team close enough last year to believe that smaller tweaks can allow them to contend? What should we expect from Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody? And, of course, we give our predictions for the season.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:12:09
23 Aug 23
We re-assess our 2022 offseason grades for Western Conference teams in alphabetical order, starting with the Dallas Mavericks through Los Angeles Lakers. Which of our evaluations proved prophetic, and which look worse in hindsight?4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
We re-assess our 2022 offseason grades for Western Conference teams in alphabetical order, starting with the Dallas Mavericks through Los Angeles Lakers. Which of our evaluations proved prophetic, and which look worse in hindsight?4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
57:30
14 Aug 23
We hold ourselves accountable and take a look back at 12 of the 15 East teams’ 2022 offseasons. What moves look better or worse in retrospect? Which opinions were way off and which held up? In reverse alphabetical order from Washington to Charlotte, we discover that hindsight leads to huge changes.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
We hold ourselves accountable and take a look back at 12 of the 15 East teams’ 2022 offseasons. What moves look better or worse in retrospect? Which opinions were way off and which held up? In reverse alphabetical order from Washington to Charlotte, we discover that hindsight leads to huge changes.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:38:01
7 Aug 23
Part 1: Time for offseason grades in a fascinating West offseason that saw big moves from the likes of Dallas, Golden State, Houston, Memphis, the Lakers, and more.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Part 1: Time for offseason grades in a fascinating West offseason that saw big moves from the likes of Dallas, Golden State, Houston, Memphis, the Lakers, and more.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
58:31
31 Jul 23
We continue our review of every full roster player in Summer League, including Dereck Lively II, O-Max Prosper, Jaden Hardy, Jordan Hawkins, Dyson Daniels, Kobe Bufkin, JHS, Max Christie, Jamie Jaquez, Brandon Podziemski, and more.Plus, catching up on the latest transactions around the league.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
We continue our review of every full roster player in Summer League, including Dereck Lively II, O-Max Prosper, Jaden Hardy, Jordan Hawkins, Dyson Daniels, Kobe Bufkin, JHS, Max Christie, Jamie Jaquez, Brandon Podziemski, and more.Plus, catching up on the latest transactions around the league.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:47:17
24 Jul 23
After looking at the top-4 picks in the draft last week, a review of Summer League for the rest of the prospects on San Antonio, Charlotte, Portland, and Houston.What did we make of players like Nick Smith, Jr., Jabari Smith, Jr., Shaedon Sharpe, Cam Whitmore, Tari Eason, and all the rest?4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
After looking at the top-4 picks in the draft last week, a review of Summer League for the rest of the prospects on San Antonio, Charlotte, Portland, and Houston.What did we make of players like Nick Smith, Jr., Jabari Smith, Jr., Shaedon Sharpe, Cam Whitmore, Tari Eason, and all the rest?4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:26:31
18 Jul 23
Pascal Siakam has emerged as a third All-Star trade candidate this summer. How would he fit on rumored suitors the Hawks and Pacers, and what would a fair price be for Siakam in the last year of his contract?The NBA Cup format and groups are announced, and we analyze which teams have the easiest path to the Final 8. Plus, Paul Reed’s offer sheet is matched and some more interesting contract minutiae.Finally, a deep dive on what we learned about Victor Wembanyama at Summer League4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Pascal Siakam has emerged as a third All-Star trade candidate this summer. How would he fit on rumored suitors the Hawks and Pacers, and what would a fair price be for Siakam in the last year of his contract?The NBA Cup format and groups are announced, and we analyze which teams have the easiest path to the Final 8. Plus, Paul Reed’s offer sheet is matched and some more interesting contract minutiae.Finally, a deep dive on what we learned about Victor Wembanyama at Summer League4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:03:50
11 Jul 23
The latest in free agency including Malik Beasley, Mason Plumlee, Bol Bol’s waiver, and a potential offer sheet for Matisse Thybulle.We also hit on the new NBA flopping rules, and then catch up on WATFOs, many of which look a lot different in retrospect regarding Bradley Beal, Kristaps Porzingis, Kyrie Irving, the Sacramento Kings, and more.For our complete offseason coverage, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
The latest in free agency including Malik Beasley, Mason Plumlee, Bol Bol’s waiver, and a potential offer sheet for Matisse Thybulle.We also hit on the new NBA flopping rules, and then catch up on WATFOs, many of which look a lot different in retrospect regarding Bradley Beal, Kristaps Porzingis, Kyrie Irving, the Sacramento Kings, and more.For our complete offseason coverage, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:02:30
6 Jul 23
The first day of 2023 free agency did not disappoint. Nate and Danny evaluate every single deal that occurred, which free agents still remain, how much space and exceptions all the teams have, and pick our winners and losers of the first hours of free agency.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
The first day of 2023 free agency did not disappoint. Nate and Danny evaluate every single deal that occurred, which free agents still remain, how much space and exceptions all the teams have, and pick our winners and losers of the first hours of free agency.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:01:24
1 Jul 23
In the 9th annual Mock Offseason Kevin Pelton, Danny Leroux, and Dan Feldman join Nate Duncan to simulate the 2023 offseason.First off, an overall view of the league and what the teams are trying to accomplish. Then, we start with the Blazers’ situation with Damian Lillard, followed by assessing the market for big stars like James Harden, Fred VanVleet, and Kyrie Irving.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
In the 9th annual Mock Offseason Kevin Pelton, Danny Leroux, and Dan Feldman join Nate Duncan to simulate the 2023 offseason.First off, an overall view of the league and what the teams are trying to accomplish. Then, we start with the Blazers’ situation with Damian Lillard, followed by assessing the market for big stars like James Harden, Fred VanVleet, and Kyrie Irving.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:05:04
28 Jun 23
Our long national nightmare is over, as John Collins has actually been traded! We discuss the fascinating and evolving dynamics around trading underperforming salaries, what the Jazz look like now, and why the Hawks needed to do this move.We also hit on the latest free agency rumors, plus an interesting argument about whether the NBA should allow sovereign wealth funds to invest.Then, two heavy-hitters this offseason. Toronto has Fred VanVleet and Jakob Poeltl as free agents, plus a number of key extension-eligible players. The pick they owe in the future also complicates matters.What do we expect Cam Johnson to re-sign for in Brooklyn? Does it make sense to trade for Damian Lillard?Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Our long national nightmare is over, as John Collins has actually been traded! We discuss the fascinating and evolving dynamics around trading underperforming salaries, what the Jazz look like now, and why the Hawks needed to do this move.We also hit on the latest free agency rumors, plus an interesting argument about whether the NBA should allow sovereign wealth funds to invest.Then, two heavy-hitters this offseason. Toronto has Fred VanVleet and Jakob Poeltl as free agents, plus a number of key extension-eligible players. The pick they owe in the future also complicates matters.What do we expect Cam Johnson to re-sign for in Brooklyn? Does it make sense to trade for Damian Lillard?Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:20:26
27 Jun 23
A full breakdown of everything that happened on draft night 2023. The Hornets’ pick at 2, the Blazers’ future after picking Scoot, the Chris Paul/Jordan Poole trade, plus analysis of every single first round pick and transaction.Plus, we pick the big winners and losers of the night.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
A full breakdown of everything that happened on draft night 2023. The Hornets’ pick at 2, the Blazers’ future after picking Scoot, the Chris Paul/Jordan Poole trade, plus analysis of every single first round pick and transaction.Plus, we pick the big winners and losers of the night.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
02:07:16
23 Jun 23
The premier draft YouTuber Keandre Ashley is back to discuss the top of the 2023 draft. Is Victor Wembanyama going to be a generational player, and what are the swing points? Should Brandon Miller or Scoot Henderson go #2 overall? Where do the Thompson twins fit in at the top of the draft? Cam Whitmore, Jarace Walker, or Taylor Hendricks? Gradey Dick or Anthony Black? Plus, Keandre gives some of the players he’s higher or lower on than consensus.And, make sure to check out the Hoop Intellect channel for full scouting breakdowns of all these prospects and more.For our complete draft and offseason coverage, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
The premier draft YouTuber Keandre Ashley is back to discuss the top of the 2023 draft. Is Victor Wembanyama going to be a generational player, and what are the swing points? Should Brandon Miller or Scoot Henderson go #2 overall? Where do the Thompson twins fit in at the top of the draft? Cam Whitmore, Jarace Walker, or Taylor Hendricks? Gradey Dick or Anthony Black? Plus, Keandre gives some of the players he’s higher or lower on than consensus.And, make sure to check out the Hoop Intellect channel for full scouting breakdowns of all these prospects and more.For our complete draft and offseason coverage, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:12:16
20 Jun 23
Well that didn’t take long! Bradley Beal is now a Phoenix Sun. Was this the right move to boost Phoenix into championship contention? How bad are the financial ramifications for the Suns? Why were the Wizards able to get so little, and was it so little that they should have waited?We also hit on other big news, including the sale of the Charlotte Hornets and Ja Morant’s 25-game suspension.Then, two prospects with uncommon skill sets for one and dones in Taylor Hendricks and Gradey Dick.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Well that didn’t take long! Bradley Beal is now a Phoenix Sun. Was this the right move to boost Phoenix into championship contention? How bad are the financial ramifications for the Suns? Why were the Wizards able to get so little, and was it so little that they should have waited?We also hit on other big news, including the sale of the Charlotte Hornets and Ja Morant’s 25-game suspension.Then, two prospects with uncommon skill sets for one and dones in Taylor Hendricks and Gradey Dick.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:47:33
19 Jun 23
Big point guard Anthony Black of Arkansas is today’s scouting report. We try to assess what to make of his unique strengths and weaknesses at the position.After catching up on the latest rumors, we discuss one of the key teams of the offseason in the Houston Rockets. They are sitting on over $60 million in cap space. Do the James Harden rumors make sense for Houston? How should they be approaching the near future given they don’t control their next few years of draft picks? Who should they zero in on with the 4th pick? And if it’s not James Harden, which players make the most sense in free agency to satisfy the win-now edict but also build for the future?In San Antonio, what should they do with up to $38 million or so in cap space? Should they try to find young complements to Victor Wembanyama now, find solid veterans, or rent out their cap space to taxed out teams?Want all our draft scouting reports, offseason previews and much more? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Big point guard Anthony Black of Arkansas is today’s scouting report. We try to assess what to make of his unique strengths and weaknesses at the position.After catching up on the latest rumors, we discuss one of the key teams of the offseason in the Houston Rockets. They are sitting on over $60 million in cap space. Do the James Harden rumors make sense for Houston? How should they be approaching the near future given they don’t control their next few years of draft picks? Who should they zero in on with the 4th pick? And if it’s not James Harden, which players make the most sense in free agency to satisfy the win-now edict but also build for the future?In San Antonio, what should they do with up to $38 million or so in cap space? Should they try to find young complements to Victor Wembanyama now, find solid veterans, or rent out their cap space to taxed out teams?Want all our draft scouting reports, offseason previews and much more? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:22:03
16 Jun 23
The Nuggets have their core under contract, but do have some luxury tax concerns and financial limitations bringing back Bruce Brown and Jeff Green. Can they use the tax mid-level to replace them? And how will they fill their regular season holes at backup point guard and backup center?Miami is facing a financial apocalypse at $15 million into the tax before re-signing Max Strus and Gabe Vincent. How can they pare salary, but also go big game hunting with their picks?Want all our draft scouting reports, offseason previews and much more? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
The Nuggets have their core under contract, but do have some luxury tax concerns and financial limitations bringing back Bruce Brown and Jeff Green. Can they use the tax mid-level to replace them? And how will they fill their regular season holes at backup point guard and backup center?Miami is facing a financial apocalypse at $15 million into the tax before re-signing Max Strus and Gabe Vincent. How can they pare salary, but also go big game hunting with their picks?Want all our draft scouting reports, offseason previews and much more? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
42:10
14 Jun 23
Seth Partnow of The Athletic and Sports Business Classroom, in addition to Dunc’d On Prime, joins to dissect the Nuggets’ dominant run to a likely NBA championship.Is Nikola Jokic now the inarguably best player in the world?Nate delivers his mea culpa for not believing in the Nuggets, and we also discuss whether any other vanquished team from the East would have fared better against Denver than Miami.We look at the lessons to take from this fascinating NBA playoffs. Plus, America’s favorite NBA podcast Simpsons-related gimmick returns.You can sign up for SBC at SportsBusinessClassroom.com and get a substantial discount using code June15.Want more Seth Partnow? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale to get his written analysis three times per week along with six ad-free episodes from Nate and Danny and John Hollinger plus much more!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Seth Partnow of The Athletic and Sports Business Classroom, in addition to Dunc’d On Prime, joins to dissect the Nuggets’ dominant run to a likely NBA championship.Is Nikola Jokic now the inarguably best player in the world?Nate delivers his mea culpa for not believing in the Nuggets, and we also discuss whether any other vanquished team from the East would have fared better against Denver than Miami.We look at the lessons to take from this fascinating NBA playoffs. Plus, America’s favorite NBA podcast Simpsons-related gimmick returns.You can sign up for SBC at SportsBusinessClassroom.com and get a substantial discount using code June15.Want more Seth Partnow? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale to get his written analysis three times per week along with six ad-free episodes from Nate and Danny and John Hollinger plus much more!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
45:36
12 Jun 23
Oh, you thought we covered a lot in the last CBA episode? In this one, Larry Coon and Nate hit on every other key aspect of the new CBA, including: The relaxed trade rulesThe Melo rule has been changedSign-and-trade restrictions above the Second Apron, the Kevin Durant ruleThe modifications to the implied no-trade clauseMore flexibility in stretching playersThe details of the new combine requirements and changes to agency pro daysNew Two-Way contract rulesInternational player payment modificationsThe playing requirements for league honorsPlus, Larry offers an even better discount for Sports Business Classroom Sign up at SportsBusinessClassroom.comFor more salary-cap analysis in podcasts and Daily Duncs, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!Listen to Nate and Danny live call playoff games via Playback. Bookmark the schedule of games.
Oh, you thought we covered a lot in the last CBA episode? In this one, Larry Coon and Nate hit on every other key aspect of the new CBA, including: The relaxed trade rulesThe Melo rule has been changedSign-and-trade restrictions above the Second Apron, the Kevin Durant ruleThe modifications to the implied no-trade clauseMore flexibility in stretching playersThe details of the new combine requirements and changes to agency pro daysNew Two-Way contract rulesInternational player payment modificationsThe playing requirements for league honorsPlus, Larry offers an even better discount for Sports Business Classroom Sign up at SportsBusinessClassroom.comFor more salary-cap analysis in podcasts and Daily Duncs, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!Listen to Nate and Danny live call playoff games via Playback. Bookmark the schedule of games.
01:18:06
6 Jun 23
Miami utilizes its playoff formula to even the series in Denver. What adjustments do we expect as the series shifts to Miami, and what could sustain from this Heat performance?Then, we start our epic breakdown of Victor Wembanyama with a discussion of his defense. The rest of the discussion is exclusively on available on Dunc'd On Prime, we then discuss every possible aspect of his game. How much do we believe in his shooting? Is he the most skilled center prospect ever, and will it translate to points? What is the best way to use him offensively? Plus, where does Wembanyama rank as a prospect historically, and just for fun where do we guess he’ll rank all-time when he hangs it up?Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear every episode with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Miami utilizes its playoff formula to even the series in Denver. What adjustments do we expect as the series shifts to Miami, and what could sustain from this Heat performance?Then, we start our epic breakdown of Victor Wembanyama with a discussion of his defense. The rest of the discussion is exclusively on available on Dunc'd On Prime, we then discuss every possible aspect of his game. How much do we believe in his shooting? Is he the most skilled center prospect ever, and will it translate to points? What is the best way to use him offensively? Plus, where does Wembanyama rank as a prospect historically, and just for fun where do we guess he’ll rank all-time when he hangs it up?Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear every episode with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:00:41
5 Jun 23
One of the under-discussed aspects of the NBA offseason is extensions. Many teams and players have huge decisions that will shape the league, including New Orleans with Brandon Ingram, Toronto with OG Anunoby and Pascal Siakam, Sacramento with Domantas Sabonis, Boston with Jaylen Brown, and the Clippers with Paul George and Kawhi Leonard.Plus, John and Nate discuss the market-setting deal for Monty Williams in Detroit.For a complete list of players eligible for veteran extensions during the 2023-24 season, every Hollinger & Duncan episode, five additional ad-free episodes per week from Nate and Danny and much more, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!Listen to Nate and Danny live call playoff games via Playback. Bookmark the schedule of games.
One of the under-discussed aspects of the NBA offseason is extensions. Many teams and players have huge decisions that will shape the league, including New Orleans with Brandon Ingram, Toronto with OG Anunoby and Pascal Siakam, Sacramento with Domantas Sabonis, Boston with Jaylen Brown, and the Clippers with Paul George and Kawhi Leonard.Plus, John and Nate discuss the market-setting deal for Monty Williams in Detroit.For a complete list of players eligible for veteran extensions during the 2023-24 season, every Hollinger & Duncan episode, five additional ad-free episodes per week from Nate and Danny and much more, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!Listen to Nate and Danny live call playoff games via Playback. Bookmark the schedule of games.
01:02:36
2 Jun 23
Scoot Henderson was considered a consensus number 2 pick in this year’s draft coming into the year, but has fallen to 3rd on a lot of boards. What do we make of his season and outlook, and how does he stack up to other point guard prospects over the years?Then, a look at the Celtics. The Jaylen Brown mega extension, Grant Williams’ free agency, what holes they have to fill on their team, and what kinds of options could exist for a big trade.Want all our draft scouting reports, offseason previews and much more? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Scoot Henderson was considered a consensus number 2 pick in this year’s draft coming into the year, but has fallen to 3rd on a lot of boards. What do we make of his season and outlook, and how does he stack up to other point guard prospects over the years?Then, a look at the Celtics. The Jaylen Brown mega extension, Grant Williams’ free agency, what holes they have to fill on their team, and what kinds of options could exist for a big trade.Want all our draft scouting reports, offseason previews and much more? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:20:09
1 Jun 23
Our first draft scouting report on Brandon Miller. What do we know about his possible involvement in the alleged capital murder by a teammate in Tuscaloosa, and what effect should it have on his draft stock?On the floor, how does Miller compare with the elite wing prospects of the past few drafts, and would it make sense to take him as high as number 2?Want all our draft scouting reports (and much, much more)? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Our first draft scouting report on Brandon Miller. What do we know about his possible involvement in the alleged capital murder by a teammate in Tuscaloosa, and what effect should it have on his draft stock?On the floor, how does Miller compare with the elite wing prospects of the past few drafts, and would it make sense to take him as high as number 2?Want all our draft scouting reports (and much, much more)? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Offseason Sale!DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
54:59
28 May 23
Boston somehow wins a game that was an all-time classic in its own right, not to mention it gives them a chance to become the first team to come back from a 3-0 deficit.We go through the craziness of this game that preceded the last few minutes, before a thorough breakdown of the insanity leading up to Derrick White’s final tip.Also, what the heck do we expect to be the key strategic themes of an unprecedented Game 7?Finally, we discuss some key hirings including Adrian Griffin in Milwaukee and Michael Winger in Washington.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Boston somehow wins a game that was an all-time classic in its own right, not to mention it gives them a chance to become the first team to come back from a 3-0 deficit.We go through the craziness of this game that preceded the last few minutes, before a thorough breakdown of the insanity leading up to Derrick White’s final tip.Also, what the heck do we expect to be the key strategic themes of an unprecedented Game 7?Finally, we discuss some key hirings including Adrian Griffin in Milwaukee and Michael Winger in Washington.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:20:45
28 May 23
The Nuggets survive the Lakers’ best shot with aplomb, as their offensive brilliance pushed the Lakers into too many difficult decisions. Plus, the Nuggets are a lot better at a pretty important skill.We look at two vanquished teams with high expectations and expensive rosters. What effect will the new CBA have on these teams’ approaches?For Philly, what is the plan if James Harden stays, and why might they blanche at offering him a long-term deal? What mechanisms are available to pivot if Harden returns to Houston?With Jordan Poole’s extension kicking in and Draymond Green’s player option, the Warriors face a financial apocalypse. But they also have plenty of assets to make a big move if needed.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
The Nuggets survive the Lakers’ best shot with aplomb, as their offensive brilliance pushed the Lakers into too many difficult decisions. Plus, the Nuggets are a lot better at a pretty important skill.We look at two vanquished teams with high expectations and expensive rosters. What effect will the new CBA have on these teams’ approaches?For Philly, what is the plan if James Harden stays, and why might they blanche at offering him a long-term deal? What mechanisms are available to pivot if Harden returns to Houston?With Jordan Poole’s extension kicking in and Draymond Green’s player option, the Warriors face a financial apocalypse. But they also have plenty of assets to make a big move if needed.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:11:10
21 May 23
Larry Coon, the best CBA expert there is, joins the show to break down the biggest changes in 2023 CBA, including the dreaded second apron, changes to the minimum team salary, modifications to veteran and rookie scale extensions, the easing of trade rules, and much more.Larry also discusses his Sports Business Classroom, where you can use the CAPSPACE code to get $300 off.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Larry Coon, the best CBA expert there is, joins the show to break down the biggest changes in 2023 CBA, including the dreaded second apron, changes to the minimum team salary, modifications to veteran and rookie scale extensions, the easing of trade rules, and much more.Larry also discusses his Sports Business Classroom, where you can use the CAPSPACE code to get $300 off.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:07:49
16 May 23
Jayson Tatum burnishes his legacy, while James Harden and Joel Embiid tarnish theirs in what became a Game 7 runaway for Boston. The amazing Boston defense, and what went wrong for Philly.Ja Morant keeps doing the same thing over and over, what do we expect to happen now?Monty Williams will be replaced in Phoenix as head coach. Was this the right decision? Plus, we rank the head coaching openings.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Jayson Tatum burnishes his legacy, while James Harden and Joel Embiid tarnish theirs in what became a Game 7 runaway for Boston. The amazing Boston defense, and what went wrong for Philly.Ja Morant keeps doing the same thing over and over, what do we expect to happen now?Monty Williams will be replaced in Phoenix as head coach. Was this the right decision? Plus, we rank the head coaching openings.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
54:48
14 May 23
James Harden has a second massive game and a second massive shot to power Philly to a 2-2 tie. Which team now has the edge in the series?Phoenix and Denver saw 3 players at an absolutely ridiculous level, but Devin Booker was the best among them even with Nikola Jokic putting up 53 points. Has the series changed without Chris Paul?Anthony Davis has been the best player on the floor for 2 of the 3 games in the series, and thus the Lakers lead it 2-1.The Knicks keep bashing their heads into the Miami Heat, with limited results. Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMWatch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games.
James Harden has a second massive game and a second massive shot to power Philly to a 2-2 tie. Which team now has the edge in the series?Phoenix and Denver saw 3 players at an absolutely ridiculous level, but Devin Booker was the best among them even with Nikola Jokic putting up 53 points. Has the series changed without Chris Paul?Anthony Davis has been the best player on the floor for 2 of the 3 games in the series, and thus the Lakers lead it 2-1.The Knicks keep bashing their heads into the Miami Heat, with limited results. Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMWatch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games.
01:37:41
8 May 23
The Game 1 home loser winning streak continues as the Warriors adjust to blow out the Lakers and even the series. What key factors will affect the outcome of the series going forward?Mike Budenholzer is out as Milwaukee Bucks coach. Was it the right decision?Joel Embiid returns, but Boston dominates to even the series. What signal can we take from this Game 2 going forward?Then, a look at the free agent small forward market with the likes of Khris Middleton, Josh Hart, Dillon Brooks, and Cameron Johnson.Want analysis of free agents at every position? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMWatch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games.
The Game 1 home loser winning streak continues as the Warriors adjust to blow out the Lakers and even the series. What key factors will affect the outcome of the series going forward?Mike Budenholzer is out as Milwaukee Bucks coach. Was it the right decision?Joel Embiid returns, but Boston dominates to even the series. What signal can we take from this Game 2 going forward?Then, a look at the free agent small forward market with the likes of Khris Middleton, Josh Hart, Dillon Brooks, and Cameron Johnson.Want analysis of free agents at every position? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMWatch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games.
01:37:45
5 May 23
Stephen Curry submits a performance for the ages to conclude one of the best first-round series we’ve seen. Plus, the adjustments by Steve Kerr, that amazing 3rd quarter rebounding, and what to make of this stirring Kings season.Miami’s experience showed in a Game 1 victory at the Garden, but they may have to navigate without Jimmy Butler.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMWatch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games..
Stephen Curry submits a performance for the ages to conclude one of the best first-round series we’ve seen. Plus, the adjustments by Steve Kerr, that amazing 3rd quarter rebounding, and what to make of this stirring Kings season.Miami’s experience showed in a Game 1 victory at the Garden, but they may have to navigate without Jimmy Butler.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMWatch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games..
01:18:10
1 May 23
We go long on an epic Monday night of games.Jimmy Butler’s submits one of the great playoff games ever to push Milwaukee to the brink. We go through the Heat’s improbable comeback from 12 down in the last 6 minutes.LeBron James somehow summons the late game magic to go up 3-1 on Memphis.Plus, Houston gets their man in Ime Udoka.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMWatch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games..
We go long on an epic Monday night of games.Jimmy Butler’s submits one of the great playoff games ever to push Milwaukee to the brink. We go through the Heat’s improbable comeback from 12 down in the last 6 minutes.LeBron James somehow summons the late game magic to go up 3-1 on Memphis.Plus, Houston gets their man in Ime Udoka.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMWatch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games..
01:17:55
25 Apr 23
Sacramento and Golden State play another classic down to the wire and are now tied at 2-2. We take you through the insane ending and prognosticate the series from here.New York has a 3-1 lead on Cleveland. Are we more impressed with the Knicks or disappointed in the Cavs?This rollercoaster Wolves season has at least one more loop in it.Philly closes out Brooklyn for the only sweep of the first round.Boston puts on their suits and puts Trae Young in the pick-and-roll to seize a 3-1 lead.Sadly, the undermanned Clippers had little shot against Phoenix over the weekend.Ja Morant is back, but the Lakers outclassed the Grizz for a 2-1 lead.Uh, has anyone noticed the championship favorites are down 2-1 in the first round? Milwaukee has struggled markedly in 2 of the 3 games of this series so far.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMWatch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games..
Sacramento and Golden State play another classic down to the wire and are now tied at 2-2. We take you through the insane ending and prognosticate the series from here.New York has a 3-1 lead on Cleveland. Are we more impressed with the Knicks or disappointed in the Cavs?This rollercoaster Wolves season has at least one more loop in it.Philly closes out Brooklyn for the only sweep of the first round.Boston puts on their suits and puts Trae Young in the pick-and-roll to seize a 3-1 lead.Sadly, the undermanned Clippers had little shot against Phoenix over the weekend.Ja Morant is back, but the Lakers outclassed the Grizz for a 2-1 lead.Uh, has anyone noticed the championship favorites are down 2-1 in the first round? Milwaukee has struggled markedly in 2 of the 3 games of this series so far.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMWatch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games..
01:37:33
24 Apr 23
Golden State lives to fight on with a thorough victory over Sacramento. What does it mean going forward with the Kings still up 2-1?Ty Lue goes to the “too little, too late” lineup, as Devin Booker’s 45 points in 45 minutes pace the Suns in the absence of Kawhi Leonard for the Clips.Flagrants, ejections, and oh yeah, the actual game on the floor as the Sixers take a 3-0 lead.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMWatch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games.
Golden State lives to fight on with a thorough victory over Sacramento. What does it mean going forward with the Kings still up 2-1?Ty Lue goes to the “too little, too late” lineup, as Devin Booker’s 45 points in 45 minutes pace the Suns in the absence of Kawhi Leonard for the Clips.Flagrants, ejections, and oh yeah, the actual game on the floor as the Sixers take a 3-0 lead.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMWatch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games.
01:02:54
21 Apr 23
Nate was in the building for a series that started off living up to its building in Sacramento. How did the Kings beat the Warriors in Game 1, and has the outlook for the series changed?The Knicks exposed some of the Cavs’ weaknesses, plus the strategic quandary Cleveland must solve to be competitive in this series.Brooklyn actually……played pretty well against Philly? But they still lost by 20. Is it good that they looked ok or bad that it still wasn’t close to good enough?The Hawks played one of the worst halves you can on both ends in losing to the Celtics.The Lakers take a 1-0 lead on the road behind their supporting cast as Ja Morant’s status is in doubt going forward. Fix the charge!The Clippers rally for an inspiring win behind Kawhi Leonard and Russell Westbrook, while Phoenix has major questions to answer.Giannis Antetokounmpo also exits early, but Jimmy Butler exorcises some of his demons against the Bucks with a virtuoso performance.The Nuggets take care of business against a toothless Wolves offense.Watch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Nate was in the building for a series that started off living up to its building in Sacramento. How did the Kings beat the Warriors in Game 1, and has the outlook for the series changed?The Knicks exposed some of the Cavs’ weaknesses, plus the strategic quandary Cleveland must solve to be competitive in this series.Brooklyn actually……played pretty well against Philly? But they still lost by 20. Is it good that they looked ok or bad that it still wasn’t close to good enough?The Hawks played one of the worst halves you can on both ends in losing to the Celtics.The Lakers take a 1-0 lead on the road behind their supporting cast as Ja Morant’s status is in doubt going forward. Fix the charge!The Clippers rally for an inspiring win behind Kawhi Leonard and Russell Westbrook, while Phoenix has major questions to answer.Giannis Antetokounmpo also exits early, but Jimmy Butler exorcises some of his demons against the Bucks with a virtuoso performance.The Nuggets take care of business against a toothless Wolves offense.Watch playoff games with Nate & Danny live via Playback. Just log in with your TV provider or League Pass and get the game and our commentary all in one window! Bookmark the schedule of games.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
02:56:54
17 Apr 23
On paper, Sacramento can’t guard Golden State. So the question is, can they outscore them with their record-setting offense?The Hawks go 9 deep with quality players, as do the Celtics. That’s rare for a 2-7 matchup, but the key is whether Trae Young can keep up with the Js and their scoring.Is there more than meets the eye to this weird Brooklyn team that has nobody to guard Joel Embiid going up against the Sixers?Finally, a look at which high school prospects shined in last week’s Nike Hoop Summit.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
On paper, Sacramento can’t guard Golden State. So the question is, can they outscore them with their record-setting offense?The Hawks go 9 deep with quality players, as do the Celtics. That’s rare for a 2-7 matchup, but the key is whether Trae Young can keep up with the Js and their scoring.Is there more than meets the eye to this weird Brooklyn team that has nobody to guard Joel Embiid going up against the Sixers?Finally, a look at which high school prospects shined in last week’s Nike Hoop Summit.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:15:01
14 Apr 23
A recap of a wild Wolves/Pels game. Should and will Rudy Gobert be suspended? Is the Gobert punch or McDaniels breaking his hand the bigger story? Plus, why the Pels blew their best chance of scoring down the stretch and the brilliance of Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards.We go through the rest of the West playoff picture, and discuss whether the Clippers should have considered trying a little less against the Suns, and whether it made sense for the Kings to rest their players against Golden State on Friday.We also catch up on the final lottery odds, and the Mavericks’ shenanigans. Is this investigation of their tanking fair? Houston and Detroit will have new coaches next year.Finally, a look ahead to the play-in game in the East between Miami and Atlanta.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
A recap of a wild Wolves/Pels game. Should and will Rudy Gobert be suspended? Is the Gobert punch or McDaniels breaking his hand the bigger story? Plus, why the Pels blew their best chance of scoring down the stretch and the brilliance of Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards.We go through the rest of the West playoff picture, and discuss whether the Clippers should have considered trying a little less against the Suns, and whether it made sense for the Kings to rest their players against Golden State on Friday.We also catch up on the final lottery odds, and the Mavericks’ shenanigans. Is this investigation of their tanking fair? Houston and Detroit will have new coaches next year.Finally, a look ahead to the play-in game in the East between Miami and Atlanta.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:17:55
10 Apr 23
Danny makes a special appearance to give our finals picks for our awards. No narratives need apply as we go deep into the weeds on Jokic vs Embiid vs Giannis for MVP. Plus, our picks for All-NBA as we wildly indulge ourselves by considering players with fewer than 65 games played, COY, DPOY, 6MOY, ROY, Executive and Not Executive of the Year, and Most Improved Player.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Danny makes a special appearance to give our finals picks for our awards. No narratives need apply as we go deep into the weeds on Jokic vs Embiid vs Giannis for MVP. Plus, our picks for All-NBA as we wildly indulge ourselves by considering players with fewer than 65 games played, COY, DPOY, 6MOY, ROY, Executive and Not Executive of the Year, and Most Improved Player.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
02:05:50
6 Apr 23
We go through everything that is known about the new CBA so far, and assess whether we think the deal points that have been reported are good or bad for the game and what the unintended consequences might be. Plus, we look at whether the owners or players seem to have come out better in the end.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
We go through everything that is known about the new CBA so far, and assess whether we think the deal points that have been reported are good or bad for the game and what the unintended consequences might be. Plus, we look at whether the owners or players seem to have come out better in the end.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:22:28
3 Apr 23
A look at 13 teams in the Eastern Conference as the playoffs nearATL–The Hawks have two expensive starters and two young backups needing extensions at the 4 and 5CLE–Isaac Okoro and Dean Wade’s shootingWAS–The Wiz are in the middle of a nearly unprecedented 5-year streakORL–Paolo Banchero’s efficiency has fallen off. Why?TOR–Jakob Poeltl is doing what the Raps thought he couldMIL–How does Giannis’ season stack up with last year?NYK–What will the Knicks do without Julius Randle?MIA–The declines of Vincent and StrusIND–Isaiah Jackson will be a focus for the tanking PacersDET–The James Wiseman era in DetroitCHI–The Bulls with Beverley, and their play-in hopesBRK–Have the Nets disappointed since the deadline?CHA–Steve Clifford has this group defendingFour more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
A look at 13 teams in the Eastern Conference as the playoffs nearATL–The Hawks have two expensive starters and two young backups needing extensions at the 4 and 5CLE–Isaac Okoro and Dean Wade’s shootingWAS–The Wiz are in the middle of a nearly unprecedented 5-year streakORL–Paolo Banchero’s efficiency has fallen off. Why?TOR–Jakob Poeltl is doing what the Raps thought he couldMIL–How does Giannis’ season stack up with last year?NYK–What will the Knicks do without Julius Randle?MIA–The declines of Vincent and StrusIND–Isaiah Jackson will be a focus for the tanking PacersDET–The James Wiseman era in DetroitCHI–The Bulls with Beverley, and their play-in hopesBRK–Have the Nets disappointed since the deadline?CHA–Steve Clifford has this group defendingFour more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:47:01
1 Apr 23
What will the landscape of the NBA look like in 2025? Dan Feldman joins to predict the two best teams in each conference, the NBA champion, and the two worst teams in the league.But first, we catch up on the latest news and the state of the playoff race after the weekend.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
What will the landscape of the NBA look like in 2025? Dan Feldman joins to predict the two best teams in each conference, the NBA champion, and the two worst teams in the league.But first, we catch up on the latest news and the state of the playoff race after the weekend.Four more episodes with Nate & Danny per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, plus it’s the only place to hear John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:27:51
27 Mar 23
The eternal Jokic/Embiid debate continues in our center rankings, while further down we grapple with the offensive stars vs two-way role players conundrum.For rankings of every position (with text of our lists and stats we consult, including Seth Partnow exclusives), subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:duncdon.supportingcast.fm
The eternal Jokic/Embiid debate continues in our center rankings, while further down we grapple with the offensive stars vs two-way role players conundrum.For rankings of every position (with text of our lists and stats we consult, including Seth Partnow exclusives), subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:duncdon.supportingcast.fm
01:38:28
24 Mar 23
A look at where we went right and wrong in our over/under picks for the season. After a rough 2021-22, were Nate and Danny able to get back on the winning track. Plus our best and worst picks, lucky wins, bad beats, and of course the Nate vs Danny head-to-head.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
A look at where we went right and wrong in our over/under picks for the season. After a rough 2021-22, were Nate and Danny able to get back on the winning track. Plus our best and worst picks, lucky wins, bad beats, and of course the Nate vs Danny head-to-head.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:46:29
20 Mar 23
Power forward perhaps has fewer stars than any position, but it’s also the position perhaps most important for determining the style of basketball a team plays on both ends. How do we reconcile that when determining the best players at the position?To get Nate's and Danny's rankings of every position and top 10 players in the league, text of their lists and statistics they consult (including Seth Partnow exclusives), subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Power forward perhaps has fewer stars than any position, but it’s also the position perhaps most important for determining the style of basketball a team plays on both ends. How do we reconcile that when determining the best players at the position?To get Nate's and Danny's rankings of every position and top 10 players in the league, text of their lists and statistics they consult (including Seth Partnow exclusives), subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:22:20
17 Mar 23
Nate and Danny catch up on the top-12 teams in the West.DEN: How is the defense holding up?MEM: What to make of Dillon Brooks’ offense?PHX and SAC play a key game for the 3rd seed in the WestLAC: They’ve won 3 straight after 5 straight losses, with Kawhi Leonard back to playing at an All-NBA levelGSW: Steph is back, but can they survive without Andrew Wiggins?DAL: The Mavs have gotten all they could have wanted from Kyrie Irving so farMIN: The Rudy Gobert effectUTA: Ochai Agbaji moves into a larger roleNOP: Trey Murphy has 41 vs the Blazers, but CJ and Ingram without Zion have struggled immensely this seasonLAL: Anthony Davis has kept the Lakers in postseason contentionOKC: Josh Giddey (not Kitty) had a blueprint game vs Golden State4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Nate and Danny catch up on the top-12 teams in the West.DEN: How is the defense holding up?MEM: What to make of Dillon Brooks’ offense?PHX and SAC play a key game for the 3rd seed in the WestLAC: They’ve won 3 straight after 5 straight losses, with Kawhi Leonard back to playing at an All-NBA levelGSW: Steph is back, but can they survive without Andrew Wiggins?DAL: The Mavs have gotten all they could have wanted from Kyrie Irving so farMIN: The Rudy Gobert effectUTA: Ochai Agbaji moves into a larger roleNOP: Trey Murphy has 41 vs the Blazers, but CJ and Ingram without Zion have struggled immensely this seasonLAL: Anthony Davis has kept the Lakers in postseason contentionOKC: Josh Giddey (not Kitty) had a blueprint game vs Golden State4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:51:22
13 Mar 23
Sports media reporter Andrew Marchand of the New York Post and the Marchand & Ourand podcast is our guest to discuss myriad sports media topics including:Where does the NBA rank as a TV property?Why is the NBA about to get paid more despite declining ratings?What would the NBA like to do with local TV rights in light of the Diamond Sports bankruptcy affecting 16 teams?Who are the major players for the NBA’s next national TV contracts?How much does he expect the NBA to get in rights fees?How well are the NBA’s TV partners presenting the league?Plus, Danny and Nate discuss the latest news on Ja Morant, KD, Zion, and more.For six ad-free episodes per week, including Hollinger & Duncan, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Sports media reporter Andrew Marchand of the New York Post and the Marchand & Ourand podcast is our guest to discuss myriad sports media topics including:Where does the NBA rank as a TV property?Why is the NBA about to get paid more despite declining ratings?What would the NBA like to do with local TV rights in light of the Diamond Sports bankruptcy affecting 16 teams?Who are the major players for the NBA’s next national TV contracts?How much does he expect the NBA to get in rights fees?How well are the NBA’s TV partners presenting the league?Plus, Danny and Nate discuss the latest news on Ja Morant, KD, Zion, and more.For six ad-free episodes per week, including Hollinger & Duncan, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:22:55
10 Mar 23
Former NBA Referee and now NBA SVP of Referee Development and Training Monty McCutchen joins to discuss where NBA refereeing has improved, how the league has evolved referee training, which rules changes have been harder to implement, and how to really tell when it’s a block or a charge.Then we look at 5 teams in the East:NYK/MIA: Julius Randle’s ridiculous isolation scoring powers the Knicks vs Jimmy Butler and Bam AdebayoPHI/MIL: Philly snaps the Bucks’ 16-game winning streak, showing off some matchup advantages vs the Bucks in the processWAS: Bradley Beal is having a bounce-back season4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, and you can get every Hollinger & Duncan as well ! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
Former NBA Referee and now NBA SVP of Referee Development and Training Monty McCutchen joins to discuss where NBA refereeing has improved, how the league has evolved referee training, which rules changes have been harder to implement, and how to really tell when it’s a block or a charge.Then we look at 5 teams in the East:NYK/MIA: Julius Randle’s ridiculous isolation scoring powers the Knicks vs Jimmy Butler and Bam AdebayoPHI/MIL: Philly snaps the Bucks’ 16-game winning streak, showing off some matchup advantages vs the Bucks in the processWAS: Bradley Beal is having a bounce-back season4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, and you can get every Hollinger & Duncan as well ! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:07:35
6 Mar 23
Time to take stock of the first four and a half months of the season. Who are our picks for MVP, All-NBA, DPOY, ROY, COY, 6MOY?For six ad-free episodes per week, including Hollinger & Duncan, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Time to take stock of the first four and a half months of the season. Who are our picks for MVP, All-NBA, DPOY, ROY, COY, 6MOY?For six ad-free episodes per week, including Hollinger & Duncan, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:04:13
2 Mar 23
UTA and OKC play an OT classic. Lauri Markkanen begins the next step in his evolution, plus Mark Daignault and Will Hardy on a unique Thunder tactic that makes them hard to guard.SAS: Malaki Branham has shown some unexpected skills.DEN and MEM: The Grizz get revenge for a blowout loss to the Nuggets. Did they expose any particular weaknesses?NOP: Their key players without Zion were great last year, but have struggled this year. Why?HOU: It could be a rough watch the rest of the year without Eric Gordon.GSW and MIN: A key fight for playoff positioning goes the Warriors’ way in a shorthanded duel between Klay Thompson and Naz Reid.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
UTA and OKC play an OT classic. Lauri Markkanen begins the next step in his evolution, plus Mark Daignault and Will Hardy on a unique Thunder tactic that makes them hard to guard.SAS: Malaki Branham has shown some unexpected skills.DEN and MEM: The Grizz get revenge for a blowout loss to the Nuggets. Did they expose any particular weaknesses?NOP: Their key players without Zion were great last year, but have struggled this year. Why?HOU: It could be a rough watch the rest of the year without Eric Gordon.GSW and MIN: A key fight for playoff positioning goes the Warriors’ way in a shorthanded duel between Klay Thompson and Naz Reid.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:37:31
27 Feb 23
Flashback (Nov. 8, 2016): Kevin Pelton of ESPN joins to discuss which current NBA players will and should make the Hall of Fame. We run through our criteria for the Hall of Fame and examine the credentials of over 40 current players and coaches. The analysis runs from locks like Dirk Nowitzki and LeBron James, to borderline cases like Joe Johnson, Derrick Rose, and Kevin Love, and finally which young players have the best shot of making it.For six (nearly all modern) episodes per week, including Hollinger & Duncan, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Flashback (Nov. 8, 2016): Kevin Pelton of ESPN joins to discuss which current NBA players will and should make the Hall of Fame. We run through our criteria for the Hall of Fame and examine the credentials of over 40 current players and coaches. The analysis runs from locks like Dirk Nowitzki and LeBron James, to borderline cases like Joe Johnson, Derrick Rose, and Kevin Love, and finally which young players have the best shot of making it.For six (nearly all modern) episodes per week, including Hollinger & Duncan, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:29:08
18 Feb 23
The Warriors allow the completion of the Gary Payton II trade. Zion Williamson is out for weeks more in New Orleans–what does this mean for their hopes? Plus we catch up on the rest of the non-trade news around the league.Then a look at the Lakers and Mavs deadline acquisitions through the lens of their weekend games.For six episodes per week, including Hollinger & Duncan, subscribe to to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Trade Deadline Sale before it ends:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
The Warriors allow the completion of the Gary Payton II trade. Zion Williamson is out for weeks more in New Orleans–what does this mean for their hopes? Plus we catch up on the rest of the non-trade news around the league.Then a look at the Lakers and Mavs deadline acquisitions through the lens of their weekend games.For six episodes per week, including Hollinger & Duncan, subscribe to to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Trade Deadline Sale before it ends:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:14:19
13 Feb 23
A look at every single move on Deadline Day from each team’s perspective–the finances, the value, the effect on the floor, and every other aspect.Plus, the big winners and losers, the deals that didn’t get done, and the landscape of the league in the aftermath of a huge deadline season.For even more trade-deadline coverage – including Part 2, our Kevin Durant trade episode, our Lakers-Timberwolves-Jazz trade episode, Hollinger & Duncan and more – subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Trade Deadline Sale before it ends:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
A look at every single move on Deadline Day from each team’s perspective–the finances, the value, the effect on the floor, and every other aspect.Plus, the big winners and losers, the deals that didn’t get done, and the landscape of the league in the aftermath of a huge deadline season.For even more trade-deadline coverage – including Part 2, our Kevin Durant trade episode, our Lakers-Timberwolves-Jazz trade episode, Hollinger & Duncan and more – subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Trade Deadline Sale before it ends:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:00:18
10 Feb 23
All angles of the Kyrie trade. Would we have done this as the Nets? Did they take the best package? Where does this leave this team as a contender?Would we have done this as the Mavs? Was this better than Door #2? How good is this Mavs team? Does this make it more likely Luka Doncic is a Mav in a few years?What about the jilted suitors, should they and could they have offered more?Why we think Kyrie and his team did a great job from a business perspective?We also hit on the impact of Steph Curry’s lower leg injury.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
All angles of the Kyrie trade. Would we have done this as the Nets? Did they take the best package? Where does this leave this team as a contender?Would we have done this as the Mavs? Was this better than Door #2? How good is this Mavs team? Does this make it more likely Luka Doncic is a Mav in a few years?What about the jilted suitors, should they and could they have offered more?Why we think Kyrie and his team did a great job from a business perspective?We also hit on the impact of Steph Curry’s lower leg injury.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:10:34
6 Feb 23
What will the Spurs do with $27 million in cap space and Jakob Poeltl?Dallas faces the perpetual question of whether to hold onto their chips for the big move or get better this year.Houston faces the perpetual question of an Eric Gordon trade.New Orleans and Memphis both have a ton of assets but have young cores. Can they afford to wait out this deadline or should they be aggressive? Who would be the optimal acquisitions?To get even more trade-deadline coverage – including our Mock Trade Deadline – subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Trade Deadline Sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
What will the Spurs do with $27 million in cap space and Jakob Poeltl?Dallas faces the perpetual question of whether to hold onto their chips for the big move or get better this year.Houston faces the perpetual question of an Eric Gordon trade.New Orleans and Memphis both have a ton of assets but have young cores. Can they afford to wait out this deadline or should they be aggressive? Who would be the optimal acquisitions?To get even more trade-deadline coverage – including our Mock Trade Deadline – subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Trade Deadline Sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:02:38
1 Feb 23
In part 2 of 3, huge and unexpected deals continue to go down as contenders try to shore up their lineups, more former All-Stars are on the move, and Jae Crowder finally gets traded!Subscribe to get the full episode and Part 3 of the Mock Trade Deadline only on Dunc’d On Prime with our special Mock Trade Deadline sale, and you’ll get an insane amount of NBA content from Nate Duncan, Danny Leroux, Dan Feldman, Seth Partnow, and John Hollinger all year long.DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
In part 2 of 3, huge and unexpected deals continue to go down as contenders try to shore up their lineups, more former All-Stars are on the move, and Jae Crowder finally gets traded!Subscribe to get the full episode and Part 3 of the Mock Trade Deadline only on Dunc’d On Prime with our special Mock Trade Deadline sale, and you’ll get an insane amount of NBA content from Nate Duncan, Danny Leroux, Dan Feldman, Seth Partnow, and John Hollinger all year long.DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
12:04
31 Jan 23
In part 1 of the 2023 Mock Trade Deadline, we take the league’s temperature by setting out the goals for all 30 teams, and then get right to it with some of the big names that may or may not be available this deadline. We’ve got some mind-bending deals this year, and it starts with a bang.Subscribe to get the last 2 hours of the Mock Trade Deadline only on Dunc’d On Prime with our special Mock Trade Deadline sale, and you’ll get an insane amount of NBA content from Nate Duncan, Danny Leroux, Dan Feldman, Seth Partnow, and John Hollinger all year long.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
In part 1 of the 2023 Mock Trade Deadline, we take the league’s temperature by setting out the goals for all 30 teams, and then get right to it with some of the big names that may or may not be available this deadline. We’ve got some mind-bending deals this year, and it starts with a bang.Subscribe to get the last 2 hours of the Mock Trade Deadline only on Dunc’d On Prime with our special Mock Trade Deadline sale, and you’ll get an insane amount of NBA content from Nate Duncan, Danny Leroux, Dan Feldman, Seth Partnow, and John Hollinger all year long.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:02:14
29 Jan 23
The latest news, including how the bankruptcy of 16 of the league’s local TV partners is both a risk and an opportunity. We also discuss the All-Star starters and our disagreements, and then Miami’s challenges with their need to upgrade the 4 and their clogged books, Charlotte’s moving anything that isn’t tied down, and Orlando’s status as the most boring team at the deadline.To get even more trade-deadline coverage – including our mock trade deadline – subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Trade Deadline Sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
The latest news, including how the bankruptcy of 16 of the league’s local TV partners is both a risk and an opportunity. We also discuss the All-Star starters and our disagreements, and then Miami’s challenges with their need to upgrade the 4 and their clogged books, Charlotte’s moving anything that isn’t tied down, and Orlando’s status as the most boring team at the deadline.To get even more trade-deadline coverage – including our mock trade deadline – subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Trade Deadline Sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
59:18
27 Jan 23
OKC and SAC: Two surprise teams reveal their huge contrasts against one another.POR: Despite the presence of Dame Lillard, their failures in the clutch have led to a recent cold streak.GSW: What does the new starting lineup with Jordan Poole mean for their future?DEN: They’ve improved without Jokic, and they’re quietly putting together a spectacular 3-point shooting season as a team.DAL: Their shooters have some of the easiest 3s in the league. Why could that be? Plus, the Christian Wood at center experience.MIN: They’ve held it together as Anthony Edwards has consolidated his improvement from last year.MEM: A top-2 seed in the West looks likely–how has their formula changed from last year?NOP: They’re 3-8 in January, as health and opponent shooting luck have caught up to them.LAL: Is it possible that LeBron and Russ together…..has actually worked?SAS: The curious case of Jakob Poeltl’s rim protection.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
OKC and SAC: Two surprise teams reveal their huge contrasts against one another.POR: Despite the presence of Dame Lillard, their failures in the clutch have led to a recent cold streak.GSW: What does the new starting lineup with Jordan Poole mean for their future?DEN: They’ve improved without Jokic, and they’re quietly putting together a spectacular 3-point shooting season as a team.DAL: Their shooters have some of the easiest 3s in the league. Why could that be? Plus, the Christian Wood at center experience.MIN: They’ve held it together as Anthony Edwards has consolidated his improvement from last year.MEM: A top-2 seed in the West looks likely–how has their formula changed from last year?NOP: They’re 3-8 in January, as health and opponent shooting luck have caught up to them.LAL: Is it possible that LeBron and Russ together…..has actually worked?SAS: The curious case of Jakob Poeltl’s rim protection.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:42:23
23 Jan 23
First, we catch up on the latest news and trade rumors around the league. Then, a look at the five teams in the Pacific Division.PHX: Is their season worth saving with a trade, and will their ownership situation allow it?LAL: Have you heard their 2027 and 2029 firsts are available?LAC: With limited assets, is there a move available that would do more than shuffle the deck chairs?GSW: What are their options to find a 5th closer at the 4 next to Draymond?SAC: Perhaps they’d like to go all-in to solidify their playoff squad for the next few years, but do they have the scratch?To get trade-deadline outlooks for all 30 teams (and much more), subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:duncdon.supportingcast.fm
First, we catch up on the latest news and trade rumors around the league. Then, a look at the five teams in the Pacific Division.PHX: Is their season worth saving with a trade, and will their ownership situation allow it?LAL: Have you heard their 2027 and 2029 firsts are available?LAC: With limited assets, is there a move available that would do more than shuffle the deck chairs?GSW: What are their options to find a 5th closer at the 4 next to Draymond?SAC: Perhaps they’d like to go all-in to solidify their playoff squad for the next few years, but do they have the scratch?To get trade-deadline outlooks for all 30 teams (and much more), subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:duncdon.supportingcast.fm
59:41
19 Jan 23
BOS/BRK: What do we make of the post KD Nets as Boston’s depth handles them at home?WAS: Taking stock of Rui Hachimura after a recent hot streakTOR: The Raptors are far better on offense with Pascal on the floor. Is he an elite offensive player?ORL: The Magic are playing much better than their recordNYK: How has Jalen Brunson’s game changed in New YorkMIA: The Heat are where they need to be, kindaCHI: Nikola Vucevic’s 43 points steamroll the WarriorsIND: Isaiah Jackson has flashed intriguing rim-protecting potentialDET: How have our impressions of Jaden Ivey evolved since the draft?Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
BOS/BRK: What do we make of the post KD Nets as Boston’s depth handles them at home?WAS: Taking stock of Rui Hachimura after a recent hot streakTOR: The Raptors are far better on offense with Pascal on the floor. Is he an elite offensive player?ORL: The Magic are playing much better than their recordNYK: How has Jalen Brunson’s game changed in New YorkMIA: The Heat are where they need to be, kindaCHI: Nikola Vucevic’s 43 points steamroll the WarriorsIND: Isaiah Jackson has flashed intriguing rim-protecting potentialDET: How have our impressions of Jaden Ivey evolved since the draft?Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:42:58
16 Jan 23
Great questions live from subscribers in the Discord! Topics:How can Cade Cunningham fulfill his offensive potential?The Raptors have to make a decision.What would a Denver vs Memphis matchup look like in the playoffs?What’s the case for great offensive centers who aren’t that good on defense at a championship level?When will Houston win a playoff series?What was the path not traveled for the Mavs when they did the Porzingis deal?What are the chances the Bulls pivot to tanking?What are the chances that a record-tying 5 players average over 30 points per game this year?To participate in the next live mailbag/get access to the Dunc'd On Discord, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Great questions live from subscribers in the Discord! Topics:How can Cade Cunningham fulfill his offensive potential?The Raptors have to make a decision.What would a Denver vs Memphis matchup look like in the playoffs?What’s the case for great offensive centers who aren’t that good on defense at a championship level?When will Houston win a playoff series?What was the path not traveled for the Mavs when they did the Porzingis deal?What are the chances the Bulls pivot to tanking?What are the chances that a record-tying 5 players average over 30 points per game this year?To participate in the next live mailbag/get access to the Dunc'd On Discord, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:03:29
13 Jan 23
The first 15 in 60 of the new year takes a look at the West:Denver completely destroyed the LA Clippers on Thursday, who have now lost 6 straight.MEM: Jaren Jackson, Jr. is in the midst of an unprecedented defensive season.NOP: Trey Murphy has taken a big step forward for the Pels this year.DAL: the offense when Luka is off the floor, as they fall to 0-4 without himSAC and LAL: The Kings’ defense has taken a step back and they lost a wild one against the suddenly hot LakersPHX: The collapse of the Phoenix defense this yearGSW: A rough loss to the Magic but reinforcements are on the wayMIN and HOU: They played each other today, and I guess I have to talk about it. But Wolves have won 4 straight!POR: Anfernee Simons’ resilient offenseUTA: Lauri Markkanen is scoring in unique ways and Ochai Agbaji is in the rotationOKC: The offense is taking the right shots, and why Shai is so hard to stopSAS: Devin Vassell’s season may be over, but he’s taken a big step forward this year.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
The first 15 in 60 of the new year takes a look at the West:Denver completely destroyed the LA Clippers on Thursday, who have now lost 6 straight.MEM: Jaren Jackson, Jr. is in the midst of an unprecedented defensive season.NOP: Trey Murphy has taken a big step forward for the Pels this year.DAL: the offense when Luka is off the floor, as they fall to 0-4 without himSAC and LAL: The Kings’ defense has taken a step back and they lost a wild one against the suddenly hot LakersPHX: The collapse of the Phoenix defense this yearGSW: A rough loss to the Magic but reinforcements are on the wayMIN and HOU: They played each other today, and I guess I have to talk about it. But Wolves have won 4 straight!POR: Anfernee Simons’ resilient offenseUTA: Lauri Markkanen is scoring in unique ways and Ochai Agbaji is in the rotationOKC: The offense is taking the right shots, and why Shai is so hard to stopSAS: Devin Vassell’s season may be over, but he’s taken a big step forward this year.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:47:35
9 Jan 23
Time to take stock of the first two and a half months of the season. Who are our picks for MVP, All-NBA, DPOY, ROY, COY, 6MOY? Plus our picks for sophomore of the year, most surprising and disappointing players and teams, Executive of the Year and Not Executive of the Year.To get six ad-free episodes per week, join Dunc'd On Prime:duncdon.supportingcast.fm
Time to take stock of the first two and a half months of the season. Who are our picks for MVP, All-NBA, DPOY, ROY, COY, 6MOY? Plus our picks for sophomore of the year, most surprising and disappointing players and teams, Executive of the Year and Not Executive of the Year.To get six ad-free episodes per week, join Dunc'd On Prime:duncdon.supportingcast.fm
01:41:21
5 Jan 23
Philadelphia authors a comeback win against the Knicks behind Joel Embiid and James Harden.Dallas exposes the Lakers’ defensive deficiencies with a Christmas record 51-point quarter.The game of the day was Phoenix and Denver with a rollicking OT finish.Boston shot the cover off the ball to put up 139 against the vaunted Bucks defense while holding Giannis to two baskets in the paint.The Warriors outshoot Memphis with some quality contributions from their bench, while some old Grizzlies bugaboos rear their heads once again.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John HollingerDuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Philadelphia authors a comeback win against the Knicks behind Joel Embiid and James Harden.Dallas exposes the Lakers’ defensive deficiencies with a Christmas record 51-point quarter.The game of the day was Phoenix and Denver with a rollicking OT finish.Boston shot the cover off the ball to put up 139 against the vaunted Bucks defense while holding Giannis to two baskets in the paint.The Warriors outshoot Memphis with some quality contributions from their bench, while some old Grizzlies bugaboos rear their heads once again.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John HollingerDuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:32:41
26 Dec 22
Nate returns from the G-League Showcase with thoughts on the Elam ending, trade candidates, the CBA, and the NBA players at the Showcase. But first, we discuss the Suns sale to Matt Ishbia, the Hawks moving on from Travis Schlenk, the Pistons recommitting to Troy Weaver, the Bulls seemingly less committed to each other, and the rest of the latest league news.John, Danny, and Nate rank the top prospects 23 and under in the NBA. Which of these players would we most want on our franchise for the rest of their careers?Dunc'd On Prime makes a great gift. Subscribe with our Seth Partnow Sale for yourself or someone else:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Nate returns from the G-League Showcase with thoughts on the Elam ending, trade candidates, the CBA, and the NBA players at the Showcase. But first, we discuss the Suns sale to Matt Ishbia, the Hawks moving on from Travis Schlenk, the Pistons recommitting to Troy Weaver, the Bulls seemingly less committed to each other, and the rest of the latest league news.John, Danny, and Nate rank the top prospects 23 and under in the NBA. Which of these players would we most want on our franchise for the rest of their careers?Dunc'd On Prime makes a great gift. Subscribe with our Seth Partnow Sale for yourself or someone else:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
02:00:55
23 Dec 22
TOR and BRK: Scottie Barnes shines down the stretch but Kyrie gets the game-winnerPHI: James Harden since his return, and why spacing is so important for this teamNYK: Quentin Grimes’ ascension into the starting lineup has coincided with a Knicks win streakMIL: Joe Ingles will return tomorrow, while Bobby Portis has helped keep them afloat with his postupsMIA: Their offense is 25th. Why, and can it improve?IND: The Pacers are top-4 in a stat that shows why they’re so hard to guardDET: The Pistons are 14th in offense since Cade went down!CLE: How is Lamar Stevens working as the starting 3?ATL: AJ Griffin is a bright spot for the HawksCHI: The age-old question of how Patrick Williams is developingWant six ad-free episodes per week and much more? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Seth Partnow Sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
TOR and BRK: Scottie Barnes shines down the stretch but Kyrie gets the game-winnerPHI: James Harden since his return, and why spacing is so important for this teamNYK: Quentin Grimes’ ascension into the starting lineup has coincided with a Knicks win streakMIL: Joe Ingles will return tomorrow, while Bobby Portis has helped keep them afloat with his postupsMIA: Their offense is 25th. Why, and can it improve?IND: The Pacers are top-4 in a stat that shows why they’re so hard to guardDET: The Pistons are 14th in offense since Cade went down!CLE: How is Lamar Stevens working as the starting 3?ATL: AJ Griffin is a bright spot for the HawksCHI: The age-old question of how Patrick Williams is developingWant six ad-free episodes per week and much more? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Seth Partnow Sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:32:41
19 Dec 22
In this episode of Real Good, Commissioner of the WNBA Cathy Engelbert shares how she approached the development of a landmark agreement to improve player pay and benefits, and our hosts and guests dive into what needs to change in order for women pro athletes to be celebrated in the way they deserve. Use this link or search "Real Good" in your podcast player to subscribe.
In this episode of Real Good, Commissioner of the WNBA Cathy Engelbert shares how she approached the development of a landmark agreement to improve player pay and benefits, and our hosts and guests dive into what needs to change in order for women pro athletes to be celebrated in the way they deserve. Use this link or search "Real Good" in your podcast player to subscribe.
01:01:27
16 Dec 22
Nate and Danny introduce Seth Partnow’s exclusive stats to provide illuminating observations about all 15 teams in the East.Want more of Seth's content, six ad-free episodes per week and much more? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Seth Partnow Sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Nate and Danny introduce Seth Partnow’s exclusive stats to provide illuminating observations about all 15 teams in the East.Want more of Seth's content, six ad-free episodes per week and much more? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Seth Partnow Sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
56:52
16 Dec 22
LAL: How sustainable is the recent success on both ends? What does this team need to further improve this season?MEM: Are the Grizz favorites in the West? Should they make a trade to boost those odds?MIN: How do they pivot if the Twin Towers doesn’t work? Can DLo sustain his improved play in December?OKC: Where will they end up in the standings, and should they manipulate that? Do they have “too many guys”?POR: Chances of a top 6 seed? Is it a problem if Sharpe takes too many long 2s?SAC: Where does Sabonis rank among centers? Can the Kings be a dangerous playoff team?SAS: Where would Sochan and Vassell go in redrafts? How about the Poeltl situation?UTA: Who are the keepers on the Jazz? What is the trade value of the vets?Want six ad-free episodes per week? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Seth Partnow sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
LAL: How sustainable is the recent success on both ends? What does this team need to further improve this season?MEM: Are the Grizz favorites in the West? Should they make a trade to boost those odds?MIN: How do they pivot if the Twin Towers doesn’t work? Can DLo sustain his improved play in December?OKC: Where will they end up in the standings, and should they manipulate that? Do they have “too many guys”?POR: Chances of a top 6 seed? Is it a problem if Sharpe takes too many long 2s?SAC: Where does Sabonis rank among centers? Can the Kings be a dangerous playoff team?SAS: Where would Sochan and Vassell go in redrafts? How about the Poeltl situation?UTA: Who are the keepers on the Jazz? What is the trade value of the vets?Want six ad-free episodes per week? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Seth Partnow sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:22:54
13 Dec 22
Our bi-weekly look at the West:GSW: Are they fixed? And why do they have Boston’s number?NOP and PHX: A loooong look at this key game between the two best teams in the West.DAL: Is Luka-ball best for the Mavs? Would a realistic trade for another ballhandler make them a contender?DEN: How the heck is this bench not fixed already? How can they do it? What about an MPJ for John Collins trade?HOU: What’s KPJ’s best role? Would you rather have Alperen Sengun or Jalen Duren?LAC: Do they still have a chance to compete for the championship? Should they consider a Kawhi trade? What other trades are out there for them?Plus, a remembrance of the late Paul Silas.Want six ad-free episodes per week? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Seth Partnow sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Our bi-weekly look at the West:GSW: Are they fixed? And why do they have Boston’s number?NOP and PHX: A loooong look at this key game between the two best teams in the West.DAL: Is Luka-ball best for the Mavs? Would a realistic trade for another ballhandler make them a contender?DEN: How the heck is this bench not fixed already? How can they do it? What about an MPJ for John Collins trade?HOU: What’s KPJ’s best role? Would you rather have Alperen Sengun or Jalen Duren?LAC: Do they still have a chance to compete for the championship? Should they consider a Kawhi trade? What other trades are out there for them?Plus, a remembrance of the late Paul Silas.Want six ad-free episodes per week? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Seth Partnow sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:32:50
12 Dec 22
Nate and Danny look at which players we think will be most overpaid relative to their projected production over the life of their contracts in this new era of mega-extensions before each picking their top-5 worst contracts.To listen to Nate and Danny pick the NBA's best contracts, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Seth Partnow sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
Nate and Danny look at which players we think will be most overpaid relative to their projected production over the life of their contracts in this new era of mega-extensions before each picking their top-5 worst contracts.To listen to Nate and Danny pick the NBA's best contracts, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Seth Partnow sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
58:06
9 Dec 22
A long mailbag look at the top 9 teams in the East:BOS: Celtics over the field to win the East? What’s wrong with the defense? How will Rob’s return affect the offense?MIL: Where Danny ranks the Bucks as an organization; Is Middleton the ideal star (not superstar) to pair with Giannis? Should the Bucks trade for Crowder?CLE: Should the Cavs consider building around Mobley at C? What are realistic trades to upgrade at the 3?TOR: Why has Scottie Barnes been inefficient this year? Is FVV’s free agent price on the wane? Could a trade improve the halfcourt offense?BRK: TJ Warren’s return, where does Kyrie rank among PGs, WATFO Kyrie has more off-court drama this season?PHI: Is PJ Tucker’s lack of offense a problem? Is it good that Joel Embiid is operating from the nail instead of the post? How does Maxey compare to other young scoring guards?ATL: Is Trae Young overrated by stats? What is John Collins’ trade value?MIA: Should they start Herro? What do the stats say about Bam’s offense this year?WAS: Do the Wiz make the playoffs? What will the new contracts for Porzingis and Kuzma be?Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
A long mailbag look at the top 9 teams in the East:BOS: Celtics over the field to win the East? What’s wrong with the defense? How will Rob’s return affect the offense?MIL: Where Danny ranks the Bucks as an organization; Is Middleton the ideal star (not superstar) to pair with Giannis? Should the Bucks trade for Crowder?CLE: Should the Cavs consider building around Mobley at C? What are realistic trades to upgrade at the 3?TOR: Why has Scottie Barnes been inefficient this year? Is FVV’s free agent price on the wane? Could a trade improve the halfcourt offense?BRK: TJ Warren’s return, where does Kyrie rank among PGs, WATFO Kyrie has more off-court drama this season?PHI: Is PJ Tucker’s lack of offense a problem? Is it good that Joel Embiid is operating from the nail instead of the post? How does Maxey compare to other young scoring guards?ATL: Is Trae Young overrated by stats? What is John Collins’ trade value?MIA: Should they start Herro? What do the stats say about Bam’s offense this year?WAS: Do the Wiz make the playoffs? What will the new contracts for Porzingis and Kuzma be?Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm
01:38:45
5 Dec 22
Time to take stock of the first month and a half of the season. Who are our picks for MVP, All-NBA, DPOY, ROY, COY, 6MOY? Plus our picks for sophomore of the year, most surprising and disappointing players and teams, Executive of the Year and Not Executive of the Year.Six ad-free episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, including Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger. Join with our Seth Partnow sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmWith @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
Time to take stock of the first month and a half of the season. Who are our picks for MVP, All-NBA, DPOY, ROY, COY, 6MOY? Plus our picks for sophomore of the year, most surprising and disappointing players and teams, Executive of the Year and Not Executive of the Year.Six ad-free episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, including Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger. Join with our Seth Partnow sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmWith @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
01:55:52
1 Dec 22
Our bi-weekly look at the West goes in order of net rating:PHX: A breakdown of how this team is so good offensively despite the relative lack of star power, plus Deandre Ayton’s defenseNOP and MEM: We caught the Pels on the wrong night against Memphis, but how much does this performance signal potential weaknesses that good teams like Memphis can exploit?GSW and MIN: The Warriors are getting back on track with some rotational changes, while the Golden State stress test exposes the work the Wolves still have to doDAL: A loss to Toronto exposed how the Mavs’ secondary players have been letting them down so far this season.UTA: How has the offense changed with Mike Conley out, and what is their secret defensive weakness?Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA.
Our bi-weekly look at the West goes in order of net rating:PHX: A breakdown of how this team is so good offensively despite the relative lack of star power, plus Deandre Ayton’s defenseNOP and MEM: We caught the Pels on the wrong night against Memphis, but how much does this performance signal potential weaknesses that good teams like Memphis can exploit?GSW and MIN: The Warriors are getting back on track with some rotational changes, while the Golden State stress test exposes the work the Wolves still have to doDAL: A loss to Toronto exposed how the Mavs’ secondary players have been letting them down so far this season.UTA: How has the offense changed with Mike Conley out, and what is their secret defensive weakness?Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA.
53:47
28 Nov 22
Seth Partnow, former head of analytics for the Milwaukee Bucks, discusses his new role with Dunc’d On Prime which includes posting a couple times a week and proprietary stats support. He introduces some of the new stats he’ll be providing, plus some observations he’s gleaned from his analysis early in the season.Then, Danny and Nate get into great questions from the Discord:When is it generally time to reevaluate our evaluation on a player, and specifically Lauri Markkanen?What’s the best way to think about the value of future draft picks?How is Dunc’d On Prime doing 2 years out?Should the league get rid of pick protection?How could having fewer games actually come to fruition?Nick Nurse’s comments on GTJIs is good or bad that stars are moving more via trade than free agency now?How much do recent social media foibles hurt the league’s image as socially progressive?Nate’s favorite Thanksgiving side dish.In honor of Seth joining Dunc'd On Prime, we're offering a special sale! Subscribe now at DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm.For $149 per year, you will get six ad-free episodes per week – including Hollinger & Duncan – Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs, access to team-by-team cap sheets, access to the Dunc'd On Discord and more! And now, that "more" will include Seth's statistical breakdowns!
Seth Partnow, former head of analytics for the Milwaukee Bucks, discusses his new role with Dunc’d On Prime which includes posting a couple times a week and proprietary stats support. He introduces some of the new stats he’ll be providing, plus some observations he’s gleaned from his analysis early in the season.Then, Danny and Nate get into great questions from the Discord:When is it generally time to reevaluate our evaluation on a player, and specifically Lauri Markkanen?What’s the best way to think about the value of future draft picks?How is Dunc’d On Prime doing 2 years out?Should the league get rid of pick protection?How could having fewer games actually come to fruition?Nick Nurse’s comments on GTJIs is good or bad that stars are moving more via trade than free agency now?How much do recent social media foibles hurt the league’s image as socially progressive?Nate’s favorite Thanksgiving side dish.In honor of Seth joining Dunc'd On Prime, we're offering a special sale! Subscribe now at DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm.For $149 per year, you will get six ad-free episodes per week – including Hollinger & Duncan – Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs, access to team-by-team cap sheets, access to the Dunc'd On Discord and more! And now, that "more" will include Seth's statistical breakdowns!
01:06:49
23 Nov 22
Our bi-weekly look at the 15 teams in the EastWAS and CHA: The Wizards move to 5-1 on their homestand against the LaMelo-less HornetsTOR: A more granular breakdown of the Raps’ unique playstylePHI and MIL: The Sixers get a nice home win against Giannis and the Bucks, as we dive into the matchup issues with these two teamsNYK: The defense has sorely disappointed so farORL: Where has Jalen Suggs improved so far this year and what is his outlook?MIA: The Heat are very injured and could use something from Duncan RobinsonDET: If this is it for Cade Cunningham this year, what can we take from his performance and how the Pistons should build their team going forward?IND: Why has the offense been so good?CHI: Are the Bulls in trouble? Is Zach LaVine?CLE: The Cavs right the ship with 2 winsBRK: Ben Simmons and Kyrie are back, but what’s fueling their defensive improvement?ATL: The Hawks have a top-10 defense and a bottom-half offense? Which of those will sustain?BOS: Breaking down the Celtics’ ridiculous offenseFive more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA.
Our bi-weekly look at the 15 teams in the EastWAS and CHA: The Wizards move to 5-1 on their homestand against the LaMelo-less HornetsTOR: A more granular breakdown of the Raps’ unique playstylePHI and MIL: The Sixers get a nice home win against Giannis and the Bucks, as we dive into the matchup issues with these two teamsNYK: The defense has sorely disappointed so farORL: Where has Jalen Suggs improved so far this year and what is his outlook?MIA: The Heat are very injured and could use something from Duncan RobinsonDET: If this is it for Cade Cunningham this year, what can we take from his performance and how the Pistons should build their team going forward?IND: Why has the offense been so good?CHI: Are the Bulls in trouble? Is Zach LaVine?CLE: The Cavs right the ship with 2 winsBRK: Ben Simmons and Kyrie are back, but what’s fueling their defensive improvement?ATL: The Hawks have a top-10 defense and a bottom-half offense? Which of those will sustain?BOS: Breaking down the Celtics’ ridiculous offenseFive more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA.
01:53:34
21 Nov 22
Our first pod wasn’t nearly enough time to run through all the fascinating issues for the upcoming CBA. Keith Smith of Spotrac discusses the owners’ proposals for lowering the age limit, addressing tanking, changing the tampering rules, the in-season tournament, and addressing tanking, plus some of his own creative ideas for CBA changes.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA.
Our first pod wasn’t nearly enough time to run through all the fascinating issues for the upcoming CBA. Keith Smith of Spotrac discusses the owners’ proposals for lowering the age limit, addressing tanking, changing the tampering rules, the in-season tournament, and addressing tanking, plus some of his own creative ideas for CBA changes.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA.
51:42
18 Nov 22
Our bi-weekly look at the Western ConferenceUTA; Is the Jazz offense sustainable, and also Joel’s 59 points against themSAS: The Spurs’ style of offense, plus the emergence of an unexpected starSAC: Domantas Sabonis has his best game as a King vs Golden StateGSW: The state of the Warriors as they’ve lost 7 straight road gamesMEM: Desmond Bane is having a unique season so farPOR: Why they lost to Dallas, but why they still look like a very solid team in the WestDAL: Luka’s 40-point triple double and Jason Kidd’s unorthodox closing lineup helps close out PortlandOKC: They’re 20th on offense!!! after putting up a buck-45 on the KnicksHOU: Jalen Green is bouncing back, plus their second unit has an encouraging stretch to make things interesting against New OrleansNOP: Zion is rounding into form, and we discuss the evolution of Willie Green’s rotation fitting these interesting pieces togetherFive more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA.
Our bi-weekly look at the Western ConferenceUTA; Is the Jazz offense sustainable, and also Joel’s 59 points against themSAS: The Spurs’ style of offense, plus the emergence of an unexpected starSAC: Domantas Sabonis has his best game as a King vs Golden StateGSW: The state of the Warriors as they’ve lost 7 straight road gamesMEM: Desmond Bane is having a unique season so farPOR: Why they lost to Dallas, but why they still look like a very solid team in the WestDAL: Luka’s 40-point triple double and Jason Kidd’s unorthodox closing lineup helps close out PortlandOKC: They’re 20th on offense!!! after putting up a buck-45 on the KnicksHOU: Jalen Green is bouncing back, plus their second unit has an encouraging stretch to make things interesting against New OrleansNOP: Zion is rounding into form, and we discuss the evolution of Willie Green’s rotation fitting these interesting pieces togetherFive more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA.
01:27:06
14 Nov 22
The first ever Dunc’d On Prime live mailbag with callers from our Discord. A trip down Bulls memory lane, early thoughts on Shaedon Sharpe, why the Grizz are underrated right now, should the cap be raised to the same level as the tax, and who should be the MVP through 10 games.Want to participate in the next live mailbag? Join Dunc'd On Prime. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmIn addition to Discord access, you'll get six episodes per week, including Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger, access to our cap sheets and more.Subscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
The first ever Dunc’d On Prime live mailbag with callers from our Discord. A trip down Bulls memory lane, early thoughts on Shaedon Sharpe, why the Grizz are underrated right now, should the cap be raised to the same level as the tax, and who should be the MVP through 10 games.Want to participate in the next live mailbag? Join Dunc'd On Prime. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmIn addition to Discord access, you'll get six episodes per week, including Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger, access to our cap sheets and more.Subscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
56:42
11 Nov 22
Our first bi-weekly look at the East features 12 of the 15 teams:ATL: The early returns on Trae/Dejounte, and why Nate thinks this Hawks team has to play a lot better despite being 6-3BOS: The weird starter/bench splits, Jayson Tatum's scorching start, and how Malcolm Brogdon has changed the C’s style of play.BRK: Ugh, Kyrie again. Plus, where the Nets have fallen off with Ben Simmons on the floor.CHA: Jalen McDaniels’ interesting start to the season, and how the Hornets have managed to be above-average on defense so far. And the Miles Bridges situation takes its latest turn.CHI and TOR: A recap of a fantastic Bulls/Raptors game on Sunday. Plus a look at the Raptors’ unique style of play, and concern around the Zach LaVine situation despite a solid start for ChicagoCLE: The Cavs show their quality with two business-like wins against bad teams.DET: The offense has actually been solid with Cade on the floor, but that bench and defense…..IND: Why the Pacers’ offense has been solid so far. Plus a reason to expect them to get better on defense–if they maintain their personnel.NYK and PHI play a crazy Friday night gameORL’s promising frontcourt shines over the weekend, while unexpected backcourt contributions helped them to a signature win over the WarriorsFive more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA.
Our first bi-weekly look at the East features 12 of the 15 teams:ATL: The early returns on Trae/Dejounte, and why Nate thinks this Hawks team has to play a lot better despite being 6-3BOS: The weird starter/bench splits, Jayson Tatum's scorching start, and how Malcolm Brogdon has changed the C’s style of play.BRK: Ugh, Kyrie again. Plus, where the Nets have fallen off with Ben Simmons on the floor.CHA: Jalen McDaniels’ interesting start to the season, and how the Hornets have managed to be above-average on defense so far. And the Miles Bridges situation takes its latest turn.CHI and TOR: A recap of a fantastic Bulls/Raptors game on Sunday. Plus a look at the Raptors’ unique style of play, and concern around the Zach LaVine situation despite a solid start for ChicagoCLE: The Cavs show their quality with two business-like wins against bad teams.DET: The offense has actually been solid with Cade on the floor, but that bench and defense…..IND: Why the Pacers’ offense has been solid so far. Plus a reason to expect them to get better on defense–if they maintain their personnel.NYK and PHI play a crazy Friday night gameORL’s promising frontcourt shines over the weekend, while unexpected backcourt contributions helped them to a signature win over the WarriorsFive more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fmSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA.
01:38:03
7 Nov 22
Fellow CBA dork Keith Smith of Spotrac joins to discuss the 2023 CBA negotiations. Keith talks to a ton of agents about CBA issues and provided a great perspective on the players’ side of the CBA negotiations. We also give our thoughts on whether the proposed changes would be good or bad for the game. Among the topics discussed:The owner’s desire for a hard capLiberalizing the extension and max salary rulesChanges to the two-way contractThe possibility of players owning part of teamsPlayers getting a piece of expansion feesRolling over unused cap space from year to yearDunc’d On Prime is the only place to get all six of our episodes, including one with Nate and John Hollinger, ad-free each week! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
Fellow CBA dork Keith Smith of Spotrac joins to discuss the 2023 CBA negotiations. Keith talks to a ton of agents about CBA issues and provided a great perspective on the players’ side of the CBA negotiations. We also give our thoughts on whether the proposed changes would be good or bad for the game. Among the topics discussed:The owner’s desire for a hard capLiberalizing the extension and max salary rulesChanges to the two-way contractThe possibility of players owning part of teamsPlayers getting a piece of expansion feesRolling over unused cap space from year to yearDunc’d On Prime is the only place to get all six of our episodes, including one with Nate and John Hollinger, ad-free each week! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
01:01:04
4 Nov 22
Our first bi-weekly look at the West. HOU: Dan Feldman shares his early impressions of Jabari Smith;DAL: The Christian Wood dilemma, Luka’s historic start and our early impressions of them in the West;DEN and LAL: Discussing the Lakers first win of the season against a close to healthy Denver squad;GSW: The strategic machinations behind their win against Miami, and our concern level after 2 straight East Coast losses;LAC: The Clippers struggles in 3 straight losses to OKC and NOP and where the offense has come up short so farMEM and UTA: A wild Saturday night game in Salt Lake, Desmond Bane’s breakout, and why the Jazz are so hard to guardSAS: The Josh Primo release and allegations, plus the keys to their 5-2 startDunc’d On Prime is the only place to get all six of our episodes, including one with Nate and John Hollinger, ad-free each week! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
Our first bi-weekly look at the West. HOU: Dan Feldman shares his early impressions of Jabari Smith;DAL: The Christian Wood dilemma, Luka’s historic start and our early impressions of them in the West;DEN and LAL: Discussing the Lakers first win of the season against a close to healthy Denver squad;GSW: The strategic machinations behind their win against Miami, and our concern level after 2 straight East Coast losses;LAC: The Clippers struggles in 3 straight losses to OKC and NOP and where the offense has come up short so farMEM and UTA: A wild Saturday night game in Salt Lake, Desmond Bane’s breakout, and why the Jazz are so hard to guardSAS: The Josh Primo release and allegations, plus the keys to their 5-2 startDunc’d On Prime is the only place to get all six of our episodes, including one with Nate and John Hollinger, ad-free each week! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
01:26:05
31 Oct 22
A listener suggested we look back at our rankings of the worst contracts in the league, so we flash back to less than two years ago and see how those picks have aged.But first, a look at the latest news and notes from around the league.Dunc’d On Prime is the only place to get all six of our episodes, including one with Nate and John Hollinger, ad-free each week! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
A listener suggested we look back at our rankings of the worst contracts in the league, so we flash back to less than two years ago and see how those picks have aged.But first, a look at the latest news and notes from around the league.Dunc’d On Prime is the only place to get all six of our episodes, including one with Nate and John Hollinger, ad-free each week! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
54:28
28 Oct 22
We continue familiarizing ourselves with all these teams at the start of the season, with a focus on TOR/MIA, GSW/DEN, HOU/MEM, ATL/ORL, plus some smaller notes on the Spurs, Pacers, Thunder, and Pistons.Plus, Friday Daily Duncs.Friday Daily DuncsRob MurphyThe Pistons are investigating assistant general manager Rob Murphy over an allegation of workplace misconduct involving a former female employee, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Hopefully, the investigation will produce a just outcome.James Edwards III of The Athletic profiled Murphy in August.LeBron JamesLeBron James drew attention to the Lakers' lack of quality 3-point shooting after they shot 10-for-40 (25%) from beyond the arc in their season-opener.Well, they shot even worse – 9-for-45 (20%) – in a loss to the Clippers last night.LeBron:"Our ballclub is our ballclub, and I'm definitely not going to sit here and harp on what we can't do every single game. That's not a leader. What I know we can do: We can defend our ass off. And we did that tonight, which gave us an opportunity to win, and we just couldn't make it happen. But, I'm OK with that."LeBron both tries to be a good leader and sometimes makes passive-aggressive comments. In this case, he has already made his point. The Lakers' roster has a crucial flaw, particularly for a LeBron team. The front office heard that. Not much else to be done at this moment.At some point, LeBron might try to accelerate the Lakers' trade timeline or reiterate what he wants a trade to accomplish.But for now, LeBron is seemingly settling into trying to win games with the teammates he has.Darvin HamRussell Westbrook said coming off the bench in the Lakers' preseason finale "absolutely" could have contributed to his hamstring injury.Lakers coach Darvin Ham:"First and foremost, let me be clear with this. The Lakers, myself, my staff – we in no way, shape or form would ever put anybody – a player, an employee – in harm's way, be it physically, mentally, spiritually. We don't stand for that. We're not about that. That's not who we are."Ham said he and Westbrook had a "brief discussion."Ham:"We moved on. We've got an understanding. And again, as the coach of this team, my staff and I, we’re going to do what’s best for our team to be as successful as it can be. And I’ll just leave it at that.”Ham was hired in part for his ability to hold players accountable. Westbrook is a different challenge. But Ham sounds resolute.Ham, via Kyle Goon of The Orange County Register:"You have to be prepared to do whatever your team needs you to do,” he added. “And that’s called being a professional. So, however we choose to use him, there has to be a willingness there to sacrifice for your teammates and the overall good of the team if that course of action is going to lead to success.”The true test will come if Ham decides bringing Westbrook off the bench would be better for the Lakers. And, really, we might not know if that happens. We'll know only if Ham follows through. Assuming the coach does, we'll see how Westbrook buys in – and how Ham responds if Westbrook makes more waves.But for now, Ham can call this latest issue quashed.Christian WoodWhich of Luka Doncic's Mavericks teammates has been the best player? Kristaps Porzingis set the bar while fizzling, which says something about the bar. I'd say Jalen Brunson last year.Tim Cato of The Athletic analyzes whether it might be Christian Wood.Wood isn't even starting for Dallas. But he's darned talented and, as Cato details, has already shown nice chemistry with Doncic. That seems sustainable given the multiple ways Wood can attack the pick-and-roll. If Wood defends a little better – I believe he's capable – this pairing could really work.Santi AldamaDanny's pick for biggest surprise player – Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama – looks pretty good. Starting at power forward with Jaren Jackson Jr. out, Aldama scored 18 points on 3-of-8 3-point shooting and grabbed 11 rebounds in Memphis' season-opening win over the Knicks on Wednesday. The Grizzlies outscored New York by 18 in his 39 minutes (and got outscored by 15 in the other nine minutes).Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal looked deeper into Aldama's performance, including how the slender Aldama held up defensively against the burlier Julius Randle.Victor WembanyamaWant more Victor Wembanyama hype? David Aldridge of The Athletic talked to six NBA personnel people about the presumptive No. 1 pick in the 2023 draft and delivers plenty.My favorite quote:It’s not just his skill. It’s the flexibility he moves with. It’s incredible. It’s like seeing a giraffe, but a giraffe that’s moving like a completely different animal. And you’re going: ‘Wait a minute; that’s a giraffe, it’s supposed to move slowly.’ And, meanwhile, it’s like this giraffe that’s a predator. The giraffe is hunting you. And you’re going wait, what? It’s something we’ve never seen before.It's also interesting how Aldridge's sources seem divided on how to best deploy the 7-foot-4 Wembanyama defensively.One: "He’s not a switch defender; he’s a drop guy."Another: "He slides and moves so well, if they put him in pick-and-roll, he can switch. There’s not a lot of fives in our league that can do that."A third: "He’s a four. He’s not going to be able to guard threes out on the perimeter all the time."A fourth: "No one that big is going to stay in front of prime-time NBA guards consistently out on the perimeter. But he has enough lateral movement — it’s probably the best I’ve ever seen in anybody that big – that he’ll surprise you from time to time on some stuff out there. But the great equalizer, if you blow by him, you talk about some guys that’ll be looking over their shoulder as they’re going to the basket. You could beat him, and he could be at the free-throw line, and he takes one step and he’s pinning the thing."A fifth: "If whoever he gets drafted by ever had some type of conception of utilizing a zone? Can you imagine having a backline (with him) – or maybe even putting him in the top of defenses, trying to see over this albatross of a player?"Pick swapsPick swaps have become the rage as teams look to circumvent the Stepien Rule, which prohibits trading future first-round picks in consecutive drafts. Pick swaps allow teams to convey value in consecutive future drafts by retaining a first-rounder every other year, albeit a lower first-rounder.Think of pick swaps, and the first one that comes to mind is probably Celtics-Nets in 2017. As a condition of the Kevin Garnett-Paul Pierce trade four years earlier, Boston swapped its first-round pick (No. 27) for Brooklyn's (No. 1). The Celtics traded down to No. 3 and picked Jayson Tatum, who has developed into a star and left the Nets (and 76ers, who moved up to get Markelle Fultz No. 1) looking foolish.But pick swaps don't usually work like that.Zach Kram of The Ringer dug into the history of pick swaps and found most don't even get exercised. He determined the average value of a first-round pick swap is the No. 36 pick.Kram's research and presentation are certainly useful. Read his article, and you will be more informed.But I think he underplays the upside of pick swaps. The draft – and therefore, draft picks – are about upside. For many teams, the draft is the best – maybe only – way to get a franchise-changing star. That's more likely to happen high in the draft.A high second-rounder might have the average value of a pick swap. But only an unprotected pick swap has that limitless upside. That carries significant value.At some point, successful teams have all hit big on a player. Moderately positive moves aren't enough. You can keep hitting singles. But in a league with 29 other teams, some of them will hit home runs and surpass you. If you want to get to the top, you sometimes have to swing for the fences – even if you're more likely to strike out.Scoring recordYou probably know LeBron James will soon pass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the NBA's all-time scoring record. Do you know how many points Abdul-Jabbar scored? I sure didn't.Finding an excellent angle on such a well-covered storyline, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times looked into how few people know the number and why that is. This is a really cool article.After reading it, I can tell you Abdul-Jabbar's career scoring mark is 38,387 – a number I'm sure to forget by tomorrow.Rudy Gobert/Karl-Anthony TownsNikola Jokic has become an All-NBA mainstay at center. Joel Embiid and Anthony Davis are likely All-NBA players when healthy, which isn't always. Often, it feels like one spot is left for Rudy Gobert or Karl-Anthony Towns. In fact, Gobert or Towns – but never both – have made All-NBA each of the last six years.Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic explored how Gobert and Towns viewed each other while foes and now teammates with the Timberwolves.Thanasis AntetokounmpoThanasis Antetokounmpo actually played a small role on the Bucks last season as a defensive specialist on the wing, helping to shed the image he's in the NBA only because he's Giannis Antetokounmpo's brother.But good luck convincing anyone now.Video caught Thanasis picking Giannis' nose before Milwaukee's win over the 76ers last night.In defense of Thanasis, it wasn't a deep pick. He did the ol' thumb-out move. Though technically a pick, that's barely more than a scratch.In prosecution of Thanasis, it was someone else's nose!-Dan FeldmanMore episodes are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! 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We continue familiarizing ourselves with all these teams at the start of the season, with a focus on TOR/MIA, GSW/DEN, HOU/MEM, ATL/ORL, plus some smaller notes on the Spurs, Pacers, Thunder, and Pistons.Plus, Friday Daily Duncs.Friday Daily DuncsRob MurphyThe Pistons are investigating assistant general manager Rob Murphy over an allegation of workplace misconduct involving a former female employee, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Hopefully, the investigation will produce a just outcome.James Edwards III of The Athletic profiled Murphy in August.LeBron JamesLeBron James drew attention to the Lakers' lack of quality 3-point shooting after they shot 10-for-40 (25%) from beyond the arc in their season-opener.Well, they shot even worse – 9-for-45 (20%) – in a loss to the Clippers last night.LeBron:"Our ballclub is our ballclub, and I'm definitely not going to sit here and harp on what we can't do every single game. That's not a leader. What I know we can do: We can defend our ass off. And we did that tonight, which gave us an opportunity to win, and we just couldn't make it happen. But, I'm OK with that."LeBron both tries to be a good leader and sometimes makes passive-aggressive comments. In this case, he has already made his point. The Lakers' roster has a crucial flaw, particularly for a LeBron team. The front office heard that. Not much else to be done at this moment.At some point, LeBron might try to accelerate the Lakers' trade timeline or reiterate what he wants a trade to accomplish.But for now, LeBron is seemingly settling into trying to win games with the teammates he has.Darvin HamRussell Westbrook said coming off the bench in the Lakers' preseason finale "absolutely" could have contributed to his hamstring injury.Lakers coach Darvin Ham:"First and foremost, let me be clear with this. The Lakers, myself, my staff – we in no way, shape or form would ever put anybody – a player, an employee – in harm's way, be it physically, mentally, spiritually. We don't stand for that. We're not about that. That's not who we are."Ham said he and Westbrook had a "brief discussion."Ham:"We moved on. We've got an understanding. And again, as the coach of this team, my staff and I, we’re going to do what’s best for our team to be as successful as it can be. And I’ll just leave it at that.”Ham was hired in part for his ability to hold players accountable. Westbrook is a different challenge. But Ham sounds resolute.Ham, via Kyle Goon of The Orange County Register:"You have to be prepared to do whatever your team needs you to do,” he added. “And that’s called being a professional. So, however we choose to use him, there has to be a willingness there to sacrifice for your teammates and the overall good of the team if that course of action is going to lead to success.”The true test will come if Ham decides bringing Westbrook off the bench would be better for the Lakers. And, really, we might not know if that happens. We'll know only if Ham follows through. Assuming the coach does, we'll see how Westbrook buys in – and how Ham responds if Westbrook makes more waves.But for now, Ham can call this latest issue quashed.Christian WoodWhich of Luka Doncic's Mavericks teammates has been the best player? Kristaps Porzingis set the bar while fizzling, which says something about the bar. I'd say Jalen Brunson last year.Tim Cato of The Athletic analyzes whether it might be Christian Wood.Wood isn't even starting for Dallas. But he's darned talented and, as Cato details, has already shown nice chemistry with Doncic. That seems sustainable given the multiple ways Wood can attack the pick-and-roll. If Wood defends a little better – I believe he's capable – this pairing could really work.Santi AldamaDanny's pick for biggest surprise player – Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama – looks pretty good. Starting at power forward with Jaren Jackson Jr. out, Aldama scored 18 points on 3-of-8 3-point shooting and grabbed 11 rebounds in Memphis' season-opening win over the Knicks on Wednesday. The Grizzlies outscored New York by 18 in his 39 minutes (and got outscored by 15 in the other nine minutes).Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal looked deeper into Aldama's performance, including how the slender Aldama held up defensively against the burlier Julius Randle.Victor WembanyamaWant more Victor Wembanyama hype? David Aldridge of The Athletic talked to six NBA personnel people about the presumptive No. 1 pick in the 2023 draft and delivers plenty.My favorite quote:It’s not just his skill. It’s the flexibility he moves with. It’s incredible. It’s like seeing a giraffe, but a giraffe that’s moving like a completely different animal. And you’re going: ‘Wait a minute; that’s a giraffe, it’s supposed to move slowly.’ And, meanwhile, it’s like this giraffe that’s a predator. The giraffe is hunting you. And you’re going wait, what? It’s something we’ve never seen before.It's also interesting how Aldridge's sources seem divided on how to best deploy the 7-foot-4 Wembanyama defensively.One: "He’s not a switch defender; he’s a drop guy."Another: "He slides and moves so well, if they put him in pick-and-roll, he can switch. There’s not a lot of fives in our league that can do that."A third: "He’s a four. He’s not going to be able to guard threes out on the perimeter all the time."A fourth: "No one that big is going to stay in front of prime-time NBA guards consistently out on the perimeter. But he has enough lateral movement — it’s probably the best I’ve ever seen in anybody that big – that he’ll surprise you from time to time on some stuff out there. But the great equalizer, if you blow by him, you talk about some guys that’ll be looking over their shoulder as they’re going to the basket. You could beat him, and he could be at the free-throw line, and he takes one step and he’s pinning the thing."A fifth: "If whoever he gets drafted by ever had some type of conception of utilizing a zone? Can you imagine having a backline (with him) – or maybe even putting him in the top of defenses, trying to see over this albatross of a player?"Pick swapsPick swaps have become the rage as teams look to circumvent the Stepien Rule, which prohibits trading future first-round picks in consecutive drafts. Pick swaps allow teams to convey value in consecutive future drafts by retaining a first-rounder every other year, albeit a lower first-rounder.Think of pick swaps, and the first one that comes to mind is probably Celtics-Nets in 2017. As a condition of the Kevin Garnett-Paul Pierce trade four years earlier, Boston swapped its first-round pick (No. 27) for Brooklyn's (No. 1). The Celtics traded down to No. 3 and picked Jayson Tatum, who has developed into a star and left the Nets (and 76ers, who moved up to get Markelle Fultz No. 1) looking foolish.But pick swaps don't usually work like that.Zach Kram of The Ringer dug into the history of pick swaps and found most don't even get exercised. He determined the average value of a first-round pick swap is the No. 36 pick.Kram's research and presentation are certainly useful. Read his article, and you will be more informed.But I think he underplays the upside of pick swaps. The draft – and therefore, draft picks – are about upside. For many teams, the draft is the best – maybe only – way to get a franchise-changing star. That's more likely to happen high in the draft.A high second-rounder might have the average value of a pick swap. But only an unprotected pick swap has that limitless upside. That carries significant value.At some point, successful teams have all hit big on a player. Moderately positive moves aren't enough. You can keep hitting singles. But in a league with 29 other teams, some of them will hit home runs and surpass you. If you want to get to the top, you sometimes have to swing for the fences – even if you're more likely to strike out.Scoring recordYou probably know LeBron James will soon pass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the NBA's all-time scoring record. Do you know how many points Abdul-Jabbar scored? I sure didn't.Finding an excellent angle on such a well-covered storyline, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times looked into how few people know the number and why that is. This is a really cool article.After reading it, I can tell you Abdul-Jabbar's career scoring mark is 38,387 – a number I'm sure to forget by tomorrow.Rudy Gobert/Karl-Anthony TownsNikola Jokic has become an All-NBA mainstay at center. Joel Embiid and Anthony Davis are likely All-NBA players when healthy, which isn't always. Often, it feels like one spot is left for Rudy Gobert or Karl-Anthony Towns. In fact, Gobert or Towns – but never both – have made All-NBA each of the last six years.Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic explored how Gobert and Towns viewed each other while foes and now teammates with the Timberwolves.Thanasis AntetokounmpoThanasis Antetokounmpo actually played a small role on the Bucks last season as a defensive specialist on the wing, helping to shed the image he's in the NBA only because he's Giannis Antetokounmpo's brother.But good luck convincing anyone now.Video caught Thanasis picking Giannis' nose before Milwaukee's win over the 76ers last night.In defense of Thanasis, it wasn't a deep pick. He did the ol' thumb-out move. Though technically a pick, that's barely more than a scratch.In prosecution of Thanasis, it was someone else's nose!-Dan FeldmanMore episodes are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
01:33:18
24 Oct 22
Nate and Danny do their win predictions for all 30 teams, conference finalists and finalists, champion, and more.We also predict official individual awards, MVP, DPOY, COY, 6MOY, ROY, Most Improved, Executive of the Year, and give our picks for some made up categories: Most Surprising/Disappointing Team and Player, Sophomore of the Year, Not Executive of the Year, and First Coach Fired.Plus a catch-up on injury news prior to the season openers.More episodes are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
Nate and Danny do their win predictions for all 30 teams, conference finalists and finalists, champion, and more.We also predict official individual awards, MVP, DPOY, COY, 6MOY, ROY, Most Improved, Executive of the Year, and give our picks for some made up categories: Most Surprising/Disappointing Team and Player, Sophomore of the Year, Not Executive of the Year, and First Coach Fired.Plus a catch-up on injury news prior to the season openers.More episodes are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
01:36:55
21 Oct 22
Brian Lewis of the New York Post joins us to look at a fascinating Nets season. What is their state after all the offseason drama? How does Ben Simmons look? What are they going to do in the frontcourt? What is the health status of the team? Which playoff teams do they match up well against? Plus, we give our predictions for the season.The Oklahoman’s beat writer Joe Mussatto is our guest to discuss the Thunder’s upcoming season. What does the loss of Chet Holmgren mean for OKC? Who the heck is Mark Daigneault anyway, and how does he get these guys to defend like this? What is the ceiling of Josh Giddey? How would we rank the Thunder youngs in their importance to the team? And of course, we give our predictions for the season.Plus, Monday Daily Duncs.More Episodes are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! Dunc’d On Prime is the only place to get every Hollinger & Duncan with John Hollinger! Take advantage of our one-time-only presale. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with us.With @NateDuncanNBA and @DannyLeroux, @JohnHollinger and @DanFeldmanNBA.
Brian Lewis of the New York Post joins us to look at a fascinating Nets season. What is their state after all the offseason drama? How does Ben Simmons look? What are they going to do in the frontcourt? What is the health status of the team? Which playoff teams do they match up well against? Plus, we give our predictions for the season.The Oklahoman’s beat writer Joe Mussatto is our guest to discuss the Thunder’s upcoming season. What does the loss of Chet Holmgren mean for OKC? Who the heck is Mark Daigneault anyway, and how does he get these guys to defend like this? What is the ceiling of Josh Giddey? How would we rank the Thunder youngs in their importance to the team? And of course, we give our predictions for the season.Plus, Monday Daily Duncs.More Episodes are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! Dunc’d On Prime is the only place to get every Hollinger & Duncan with John Hollinger! Take advantage of our one-time-only presale. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with us.With @NateDuncanNBA and @DannyLeroux, @JohnHollinger and @DanFeldmanNBA.
01:54:25
17 Oct 22
Kelly Iko, The Athletic’s Rockets beatman and host of the Ikosystem show, joins to discuss the rebuilding Rockets. We discuss the key dynamics around the team this season:What can we make of the fact there are more young guys than roles? What are the expectations for Stephen Silas as he enters the last guaranteed year of his contract? Can franchise pillars Jalen Green, Jabari Smith, Jr., and Alperen Sengun evolve this year? Plus, our predictions for the Rockets season.Zion is back! Will Guillory of The Athletic takes a look at an intriguing Pels season. We discuss Zion’s form, the frontcourt fit with Jonas Valanciunas, the path to a good defense, what Willie Green’s rotation will look like, and of course make our predictions for the Pels’ season.Plus, Thursday Daily Duncs.Thursday Daily Duncs (10/13/22)Patrick Beverley-Russell WestbrookSomething or nothing? In the Lakers' preseason loss to the Timberwolves yesterday, Patrick Beverley tried to bring his floormates together during a stoppage. Russell Westbrook didn't join.As much as Beverley has talked up his fast friendship with Westbrook now that they're teammates in Los Angeles, there are many years of them being nemeses.But I'm going with nothing.Westbrook, who was called for a foul on the preceding play, might have been talking to a referee. Though resisting Beverley's continued attempts to wave him into the huddle, Westbrook high-fived Beverley while taking his spot outside the paint. By that time, Westbrook might have thought he was too late to huddle and it was time for the free throw.Mostly, it's the high-five that does it for me. That's a key piece of evidence people overly thirsty for Lakers drama are overlookingDraymond GreenThe Warriors didn't suspend Draymond Green for punching Jordan Poole in the face.Why not?Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN:I'm told that the Warriors, they put a significant amount of weight on the fact that opening night was ring night, that the players are going to get their rings. Draymond Green, Klay Thompson, Steph Curry – their fourth championship in Golden State. The banner is going to be raised. They did not treat this like it was one of 82. They didn't want to suspend Draymond Green and keep him from that. Now, if this incident had happened in the regular season or if this had just been a normal opening night and they weren't there as defending champions, there probably would've been a suspension for Draymond Green.This strikes me as reasonable. Green was integral to the Warriors winning the championship. The ring-and-banner ceremony is a uniquely special moment in celebrating that massive accomplishment.There are two, overlapping questions about how Golden State should have punished Green: How severe should the punishment have been? What punishment is appropriate? You can think Green deserved a harsher penalty than he got while believing suspending him for ring night wouldn't have been a fitting punishment.My problem with the logic, though: Why didn't the Warriors just suspend Green for their previous two preseason games (which he missed anyway while away from the team) and maybe their last preseason game tomorrow (which he'll probably play in)? If Golden State wanted to send a message of a suspension while allowing Green to attend ring night, that would have been an easy middle ground.Instead, the Warriors went out of their way to say Green's weeklong absence wasn't a suspension.Jeanie BussRich Eisen asked Lakers owner Jeannie Buss who's in her inner circle.Buss:“People are fascinated with that for some reason. I could ask you, do you ever ask Mark Cuban who his inner circle is? Or Joe Lacob who his inner circle is? There’s just something about being a woman I think people feel like, ‘Oh, what crutches does she need, or what does she lean on, because she’s not capable of doing it herself.’ I have great people that I work with. People seem most interested in Linda Rambis, who I’ve been working with for over 30 years. I’ve operated in the same style since I started working with the organization and, even before that, with the Great Western Forum putting on events. And I build – I’m a leader. I’m not a dictator. I like to build consensus. I like to hear from everybody at the table. And then ultimately people need to understand, I’m the governor of the team, and I’m held accountable for every decision that’s made both business and basketball. So if anything goes wrong, it’s on my watch, and I’m held accountable for it.”People are fascinated with Buss' inner circle because they care about the Lakers. People caring so deeply about the Lakers has made Buss a lot of money, by the way. The franchise has made numerous questionable-at-best decisions, and people are so invested in the team, they want to understand who's behind those decisions.There has been major interest in the Mavericks' power structure under Mark Cuban. Ditto the Warriors under Joe Lacob, though winning breeds contentment. The Lakers can't just tell fans to relax and trust the front office.What does Buss mean when she says she's held accountable for the Lakers' decisions? She's not at risk of losing her position. She'll suffer the financial losses (or, more accurately, lesser financial gains). But she can just try again next time. As the Robert Sarver situation showed, owners are – in many ways – above accountability.People in basketball operations usually aren't.Unless they operate in the shadows of Jeanie Buss' inner circle. In that case, they're fairly well shielded.Damian LillardTrail Blazers star Damian Lillard revealed more about his 2021 offseason meeting with LeBron James and Anthony Davis at LeBron's house in Los Angeles.Lillard, via Logan Murdock of The Ringer:“Like, man, what if that happened? What if I did go? I thought about it. At that point, I was thinking about a lot of things.”Lillard added: “I was like, ‘If I’m going to ever look at a different situation than mine, I’m going to look at one where I know I’m going to have a great chance to win.’”Lillard landed where he always does: loyal to Portland. I think it's cool Lillard has his own values and continues to stick with them. There are obviously temptations to join better teams.However, I'm not sure the Lakers had enough ammo to trade for Lillard. Maybe if he demanded a trade specifically to Los Angeles. Maybe. But it's tough to imagine how the Trail Blazers would've reacted to something so out of character.Lillard's meeting with LeBron and Davis at LeBron's house sounds similar to Russell Westbrook's meeting with LeBron and Davis at LeBron's house. The Lakers, of course, traded for Westbrook that summer.Tyler HerroThe Heat signed Tyler Herro to a four-year, $120 million contract extension. (The deal could theoretically be worth $130 million with incentives. Emphasis on theoretically.)Want an idea how these negotiations unfold (beyond just listening to our annual Mock Rookie Extensions podcast, of course)?Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald:Herro said Tuesday that the Heat made its initial extension offer on July 1, the first day that he became eligible for one. The first offer was four years, $100 million, Herro said.The Heat, over the ensuing weeks, raised the offer to “like $112 [million], then $120 [million] and then $130” million, factoring in potential incentives, Herro said.The significance of the Heat offering Herro an extension July 1: That shows they wanted to keep him rather than use him in a trade for someone like Kevin Durant or Donovan Mitchell. Once he signed the extension, Herro counts at his actual 2022-23 salary outgoing in a trade but the average of his salaries in 2022-23 and the four seasons of the extension outgoing.Simply, trading Herro became far more complicated with the extension – a burden Miami wouldn't have accepted if wanting to trade Herro. The Heat were apparently willing to accept that limitation as early as July 1.Andre DrummondBulls center Andre Drummond has made 3-of-4 3-pointers this preseason.Like many centers, Drummond relishes opportunities to play like a guard. With the Pistons, Stan Van Gundy did the best job satisfying Drummond's desire to touch the ball more often, having the center serve as a passing hub from the high post. Drummond was actually good at that. Forays into shooting have been more erratic.Drummond tried to make himself a threat from beyond the arc his last season-and-a-half in Detroit, but he connected on just 6-of-59 triples (10%).Maybe this will be different.If not, Chicago could again tap Drummond's passing. Already an offense not defined by traditional positional roles, the Bulls are down a playmaker with point guard Lonzo Ball injured.Zach LoweZach Lowe of ESPN published the top 10 of his annual League Pass Rankings.The most watchable team: the Brooklyn Nets. And on some nights, I totally agree. They have the lure of massive untapped upside – or the possibility of spectacular failure. But when Kyrie Irving is out, there just isn't the same appeal (in either direction).The safer pick is Lowe's second choice: the Golden State Warriors. Their chemistry is under the microscope after Draymond Green punched Jordan Poole. Plus, not only do the Warriors play a well-established enjoyable style of basketball, they're trying to integrate several intriguing youngsters, creating a compelling present-vs.-future debate.Patrick EwingGeorgetown posted an enjoyable video of Patrick Ewing watching his current Hoyas players trying to name 90s Knicks by pictures. Considering these Georgetown players weren't even born when Ewing last played for New York, I thought they did pretty well. But it is fun to watch them struggle.For anyone – Hoya or otherwise – wanting to brush up on their 90s Knicks, I recommend "Blood in the Garden" by Chris Herring.Sacramento KingsThe Kings installed a bell in their practice facility to honor certain overlooked plays. Harrison Barnes earned the first ring by taking a charge. But when someone hit the bell, it broke.Classic Kangz.They have since replaced the bell.Trey Murphy IIISpeaking of bloopers, Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III broke up Kyle Lowry's hit-ahead pass to Bam Adebayo – right off the backboard into New Orleans' own basket. Adebayo quickly raised his hand to claim credit for the bucket, which he was entitled to as the closest Heat player.-Dan FeldmanMore Episodes are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! Dunc’d On Prime is the only place to get every Hollinger & Duncan with John Hollinger! Take advantage of our one-time-only presale. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with us.With @NateDuncanNBA and @DannyLeroux, @JohnHollinger and @DanFeldmanNBA.
Kelly Iko, The Athletic’s Rockets beatman and host of the Ikosystem show, joins to discuss the rebuilding Rockets. We discuss the key dynamics around the team this season:What can we make of the fact there are more young guys than roles? What are the expectations for Stephen Silas as he enters the last guaranteed year of his contract? Can franchise pillars Jalen Green, Jabari Smith, Jr., and Alperen Sengun evolve this year? Plus, our predictions for the Rockets season.Zion is back! Will Guillory of The Athletic takes a look at an intriguing Pels season. We discuss Zion’s form, the frontcourt fit with Jonas Valanciunas, the path to a good defense, what Willie Green’s rotation will look like, and of course make our predictions for the Pels’ season.Plus, Thursday Daily Duncs.Thursday Daily Duncs (10/13/22)Patrick Beverley-Russell WestbrookSomething or nothing? In the Lakers' preseason loss to the Timberwolves yesterday, Patrick Beverley tried to bring his floormates together during a stoppage. Russell Westbrook didn't join.As much as Beverley has talked up his fast friendship with Westbrook now that they're teammates in Los Angeles, there are many years of them being nemeses.But I'm going with nothing.Westbrook, who was called for a foul on the preceding play, might have been talking to a referee. Though resisting Beverley's continued attempts to wave him into the huddle, Westbrook high-fived Beverley while taking his spot outside the paint. By that time, Westbrook might have thought he was too late to huddle and it was time for the free throw.Mostly, it's the high-five that does it for me. That's a key piece of evidence people overly thirsty for Lakers drama are overlookingDraymond GreenThe Warriors didn't suspend Draymond Green for punching Jordan Poole in the face.Why not?Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN:I'm told that the Warriors, they put a significant amount of weight on the fact that opening night was ring night, that the players are going to get their rings. Draymond Green, Klay Thompson, Steph Curry – their fourth championship in Golden State. The banner is going to be raised. They did not treat this like it was one of 82. They didn't want to suspend Draymond Green and keep him from that. Now, if this incident had happened in the regular season or if this had just been a normal opening night and they weren't there as defending champions, there probably would've been a suspension for Draymond Green.This strikes me as reasonable. Green was integral to the Warriors winning the championship. The ring-and-banner ceremony is a uniquely special moment in celebrating that massive accomplishment.There are two, overlapping questions about how Golden State should have punished Green: How severe should the punishment have been? What punishment is appropriate? You can think Green deserved a harsher penalty than he got while believing suspending him for ring night wouldn't have been a fitting punishment.My problem with the logic, though: Why didn't the Warriors just suspend Green for their previous two preseason games (which he missed anyway while away from the team) and maybe their last preseason game tomorrow (which he'll probably play in)? If Golden State wanted to send a message of a suspension while allowing Green to attend ring night, that would have been an easy middle ground.Instead, the Warriors went out of their way to say Green's weeklong absence wasn't a suspension.Jeanie BussRich Eisen asked Lakers owner Jeannie Buss who's in her inner circle.Buss:“People are fascinated with that for some reason. I could ask you, do you ever ask Mark Cuban who his inner circle is? Or Joe Lacob who his inner circle is? There’s just something about being a woman I think people feel like, ‘Oh, what crutches does she need, or what does she lean on, because she’s not capable of doing it herself.’ I have great people that I work with. People seem most interested in Linda Rambis, who I’ve been working with for over 30 years. I’ve operated in the same style since I started working with the organization and, even before that, with the Great Western Forum putting on events. And I build – I’m a leader. I’m not a dictator. I like to build consensus. I like to hear from everybody at the table. And then ultimately people need to understand, I’m the governor of the team, and I’m held accountable for every decision that’s made both business and basketball. So if anything goes wrong, it’s on my watch, and I’m held accountable for it.”People are fascinated with Buss' inner circle because they care about the Lakers. People caring so deeply about the Lakers has made Buss a lot of money, by the way. The franchise has made numerous questionable-at-best decisions, and people are so invested in the team, they want to understand who's behind those decisions.There has been major interest in the Mavericks' power structure under Mark Cuban. Ditto the Warriors under Joe Lacob, though winning breeds contentment. The Lakers can't just tell fans to relax and trust the front office.What does Buss mean when she says she's held accountable for the Lakers' decisions? She's not at risk of losing her position. She'll suffer the financial losses (or, more accurately, lesser financial gains). But she can just try again next time. As the Robert Sarver situation showed, owners are – in many ways – above accountability.People in basketball operations usually aren't.Unless they operate in the shadows of Jeanie Buss' inner circle. In that case, they're fairly well shielded.Damian LillardTrail Blazers star Damian Lillard revealed more about his 2021 offseason meeting with LeBron James and Anthony Davis at LeBron's house in Los Angeles.Lillard, via Logan Murdock of The Ringer:“Like, man, what if that happened? What if I did go? I thought about it. At that point, I was thinking about a lot of things.”Lillard added: “I was like, ‘If I’m going to ever look at a different situation than mine, I’m going to look at one where I know I’m going to have a great chance to win.’”Lillard landed where he always does: loyal to Portland. I think it's cool Lillard has his own values and continues to stick with them. There are obviously temptations to join better teams.However, I'm not sure the Lakers had enough ammo to trade for Lillard. Maybe if he demanded a trade specifically to Los Angeles. Maybe. But it's tough to imagine how the Trail Blazers would've reacted to something so out of character.Lillard's meeting with LeBron and Davis at LeBron's house sounds similar to Russell Westbrook's meeting with LeBron and Davis at LeBron's house. The Lakers, of course, traded for Westbrook that summer.Tyler HerroThe Heat signed Tyler Herro to a four-year, $120 million contract extension. (The deal could theoretically be worth $130 million with incentives. Emphasis on theoretically.)Want an idea how these negotiations unfold (beyond just listening to our annual Mock Rookie Extensions podcast, of course)?Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald:Herro said Tuesday that the Heat made its initial extension offer on July 1, the first day that he became eligible for one. The first offer was four years, $100 million, Herro said.The Heat, over the ensuing weeks, raised the offer to “like $112 [million], then $120 [million] and then $130” million, factoring in potential incentives, Herro said.The significance of the Heat offering Herro an extension July 1: That shows they wanted to keep him rather than use him in a trade for someone like Kevin Durant or Donovan Mitchell. Once he signed the extension, Herro counts at his actual 2022-23 salary outgoing in a trade but the average of his salaries in 2022-23 and the four seasons of the extension outgoing.Simply, trading Herro became far more complicated with the extension – a burden Miami wouldn't have accepted if wanting to trade Herro. The Heat were apparently willing to accept that limitation as early as July 1.Andre DrummondBulls center Andre Drummond has made 3-of-4 3-pointers this preseason.Like many centers, Drummond relishes opportunities to play like a guard. With the Pistons, Stan Van Gundy did the best job satisfying Drummond's desire to touch the ball more often, having the center serve as a passing hub from the high post. Drummond was actually good at that. Forays into shooting have been more erratic.Drummond tried to make himself a threat from beyond the arc his last season-and-a-half in Detroit, but he connected on just 6-of-59 triples (10%).Maybe this will be different.If not, Chicago could again tap Drummond's passing. Already an offense not defined by traditional positional roles, the Bulls are down a playmaker with point guard Lonzo Ball injured.Zach LoweZach Lowe of ESPN published the top 10 of his annual League Pass Rankings.The most watchable team: the Brooklyn Nets. And on some nights, I totally agree. They have the lure of massive untapped upside – or the possibility of spectacular failure. But when Kyrie Irving is out, there just isn't the same appeal (in either direction).The safer pick is Lowe's second choice: the Golden State Warriors. Their chemistry is under the microscope after Draymond Green punched Jordan Poole. Plus, not only do the Warriors play a well-established enjoyable style of basketball, they're trying to integrate several intriguing youngsters, creating a compelling present-vs.-future debate.Patrick EwingGeorgetown posted an enjoyable video of Patrick Ewing watching his current Hoyas players trying to name 90s Knicks by pictures. Considering these Georgetown players weren't even born when Ewing last played for New York, I thought they did pretty well. But it is fun to watch them struggle.For anyone – Hoya or otherwise – wanting to brush up on their 90s Knicks, I recommend "Blood in the Garden" by Chris Herring.Sacramento KingsThe Kings installed a bell in their practice facility to honor certain overlooked plays. Harrison Barnes earned the first ring by taking a charge. But when someone hit the bell, it broke.Classic Kangz.They have since replaced the bell.Trey Murphy IIISpeaking of bloopers, Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III broke up Kyle Lowry's hit-ahead pass to Bam Adebayo – right off the backboard into New Orleans' own basket. Adebayo quickly raised his hand to claim credit for the bucket, which he was entitled to as the closest Heat player.-Dan FeldmanMore Episodes are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! Dunc’d On Prime is the only place to get every Hollinger & Duncan with John Hollinger! Take advantage of our one-time-only presale. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with us.With @NateDuncanNBA and @DannyLeroux, @JohnHollinger and @DanFeldmanNBA.
01:41:40
13 Oct 22
What is next for the Warriors and Draymond Green with his latest ridiculous transgression? How big a deal should we be making of this? How can those involved handle this?Then, a look around the league at the latest camp news and notes.Former Blazers beat man and current Locked on Blazers host Mike Richman joins the show to discuss Portland’s prospects for the season. Can Dame get back to the same level? How good is Anfernee Simons? What are they going to do in the frontcourt? Which of the young prospects can take a step forward? Plus, our surprising predictions for the season.Dunc’d On Prime will be the only place to get every Hollinger & Duncan with John Hollinger starting October 11! Monthly members, take advantage of our one-time-only presale before then. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
What is next for the Warriors and Draymond Green with his latest ridiculous transgression? How big a deal should we be making of this? How can those involved handle this?Then, a look around the league at the latest camp news and notes.Former Blazers beat man and current Locked on Blazers host Mike Richman joins the show to discuss Portland’s prospects for the season. Can Dame get back to the same level? How good is Anfernee Simons? What are they going to do in the frontcourt? Which of the young prospects can take a step forward? Plus, our surprising predictions for the season.Dunc’d On Prime will be the only place to get every Hollinger & Duncan with John Hollinger starting October 11! Monthly members, take advantage of our one-time-only presale before then. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM
01:33:30
10 Oct 22
We catch up on two smaller cap-focused trades as the Thunder maneuver about. Then, the latest reporting on the Udoka suspension, a look at the NBA’s points of education, and of course all the latest camp news.The Athletic’s Jon Krawczynski is our guest to break down the most anticipated Wolves season since the Garnett era. Would we have done the Gobert trade? What does success look like for this team now that the trade is made? Can Anthony Edwards take the next step? What lineup combinations can work for this talented but unique roster? And of course our predictions for the season.More Episodes are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! Dunc’d On Prime will be the only place to get every Hollinger & Duncan with John Hollinger starting October 11! Take advantage of our one-time-only presale before then. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @NateDuncanNBA and @DannyLeroux.
We catch up on two smaller cap-focused trades as the Thunder maneuver about. Then, the latest reporting on the Udoka suspension, a look at the NBA’s points of education, and of course all the latest camp news.The Athletic’s Jon Krawczynski is our guest to break down the most anticipated Wolves season since the Garnett era. Would we have done the Gobert trade? What does success look like for this team now that the trade is made? Can Anthony Edwards take the next step? What lineup combinations can work for this talented but unique roster? And of course our predictions for the season.More Episodes are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! Dunc’d On Prime will be the only place to get every Hollinger & Duncan with John Hollinger starting October 11! Take advantage of our one-time-only presale before then. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @NateDuncanNBA and @DannyLeroux.
01:43:05
3 Oct 22
We take a look at some of the big themes we think will affect this regular season before diving in to the Eastern Conference Over/Unders. It seems like the league is more talented than ever, but a lot of talented teams have questionable fits.More Episodes are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! Dunc’d On Prime will be the only place to get every Hollinger & Duncan with John Hollinger starting October 11! Take advantage of our one-time-only presale before then. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @NateDuncanNBA and @DannyLeroux.
We take a look at some of the big themes we think will affect this regular season before diving in to the Eastern Conference Over/Unders. It seems like the league is more talented than ever, but a lot of talented teams have questionable fits.More Episodes are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! Dunc’d On Prime will be the only place to get every Hollinger & Duncan with John Hollinger starting October 11! Take advantage of our one-time-only presale before then. DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @NateDuncanNBA and @DannyLeroux.
01:33:29
29 Sep 22
John and Nate discuss the new plan for their show and the reasons behind their move to Dunc'd On Prime.You can sign up for Dunc'd On Prime here. If you want to know more about Dunc'd On Prime and why we're making this move, please read this letter from Nate to our listeners.
John and Nate discuss the new plan for their show and the reasons behind their move to Dunc'd On Prime.You can sign up for Dunc'd On Prime here. If you want to know more about Dunc'd On Prime and why we're making this move, please read this letter from Nate to our listeners.
04:13
28 Sep 22
Knicks beatman Fred Katz of The Athletic joins Jared Dubin of FiveThirtyEight for the Knicks outlook. How do we feel about their decision not to pony up for Donovan Mitchell? Where does that leave the team going forward? Turning to this season, shouldn’t the Knicks be better this season anyway? Will the youngs play more? Can they finally get lineups on the floor that maximize every player’s skillset? Plus, the Knicks’ strengths and weaknesses, and our predictions for the season.Then, the very in-demand Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com is our guest to discuss the Cavs. We go through the Donovan Mitchell trade through his eyes, look at Evan Mobley’s development, and go through JB Bickerstaff’s options at the 3.We also hit on the key rotation battles, Ricky Rubio’s expected timeline, where the Cavs will rank on offense and defense, and finally make our predictions for the Cavs’ season.Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @NateDuncanNBA and @DannyLeroux.
Knicks beatman Fred Katz of The Athletic joins Jared Dubin of FiveThirtyEight for the Knicks outlook. How do we feel about their decision not to pony up for Donovan Mitchell? Where does that leave the team going forward? Turning to this season, shouldn’t the Knicks be better this season anyway? Will the youngs play more? Can they finally get lineups on the floor that maximize every player’s skillset? Plus, the Knicks’ strengths and weaknesses, and our predictions for the season.Then, the very in-demand Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com is our guest to discuss the Cavs. We go through the Donovan Mitchell trade through his eyes, look at Evan Mobley’s development, and go through JB Bickerstaff’s options at the 3.We also hit on the key rotation battles, Ricky Rubio’s expected timeline, where the Cavs will rank on offense and defense, and finally make our predictions for the Cavs’ season.Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @NateDuncanNBA and @DannyLeroux.
02:17:36
26 Sep 22
Five rookies from the 2019 class have already extended, but that leaves a ton of possible extensions amid a rising cap environment and a possible new CBA. We learn more about how those factors impact the likes of De’Andre Hunter, Tyler Herro, Cameron Johnson, Jordan Poole, Grant Williams, Nassir Little, Brandon Clarke, and more.Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
Five rookies from the 2019 class have already extended, but that leaves a ton of possible extensions amid a rising cap environment and a possible new CBA. We learn more about how those factors impact the likes of De’Andre Hunter, Tyler Herro, Cameron Johnson, Jordan Poole, Grant Williams, Nassir Little, Brandon Clarke, and more.Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
01:44:57
19 Sep 22
Michael Schwartz of ESPN joins to discuss the upcoming Suns season. What went wrong in THAT game, and was it an aberration? Did they do the right thing keeping this team together? Will the performance in clutch time continue this season, and how will the Suns approach the regular year? Finally, we discuss how the Suns match up with the other West contenders and make our predictions for the season.Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
Michael Schwartz of ESPN joins to discuss the upcoming Suns season. What went wrong in THAT game, and was it an aberration? Did they do the right thing keeping this team together? Will the performance in clutch time continue this season, and how will the Suns approach the regular year? Finally, we discuss how the Suns match up with the other West contenders and make our predictions for the season.Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA
54:24
12 Sep 22
Massive news as a shocking trade sends Donovan Mitchell to Cleveland. We break down every angle: How good is this Cavs team? Do they have anything left to trade? Would we have done this deal?Did the Knicks make the right call in not upping their offer? What is their path forward now?And should the Jazz have taken the offer from the Knicks, or held out for something better? Then, Derek Bodner of the Daily Six Newsletter and the Sixers Beat podcast looks at how the Sixers improved their weaknesses this offseason. With those holes filled, what do they need from the Big Three to make this team a true championship contender? Which young players can emerge into rotation roles? Plus, how do the Sixers match up with their competition in the East, and of course our predictions for the season.Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA.
Massive news as a shocking trade sends Donovan Mitchell to Cleveland. We break down every angle: How good is this Cavs team? Do they have anything left to trade? Would we have done this deal?Did the Knicks make the right call in not upping their offer? What is their path forward now?And should the Jazz have taken the offer from the Knicks, or held out for something better? Then, Derek Bodner of the Daily Six Newsletter and the Sixers Beat podcast looks at how the Sixers improved their weaknesses this offseason. With those holes filled, what do they need from the Big Three to make this team a true championship contender? Which young players can emerge into rotation roles? Plus, how do the Sixers match up with their competition in the East, and of course our predictions for the season.Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @DannyLeroux and @NateDuncanNBA.
01:38:19
4 Sep 22
The Athletic’s Anthony Slater is our guest to discuss Golden State’s title defense. What are some of the big themes going into this season? Will the young triumvirate of Moses Moody, James Wiseman, and Jonathan Kuminga contribute? How could the extension negotiations with Andrew Wiggins, Draymond Green, and Jordan Poole impact the team? How does the competition in the West shape up? How long can Steph Curry stay at this level? And is Golden State the favorite to repeat as NBA champions?Then, the long-awaited debut of Caitlin Cooper of Indy Cornrows to discuss the Pacers' upcoming season. How can Tyrese Haliburton take the next step, and is he THE foundational piece for Indiana? What role will Bennedict Mathurin play in his first season? How are they going to guard anyone on the perimeter? What type of defensive scheme does she expect Indiana to play? We also hit on potential breakout and regression candidates, playing time and lineup issues, key questions for success this year, and give our predictions for the season. Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @NateDuncanNBA and @DannyLeroux.
The Athletic’s Anthony Slater is our guest to discuss Golden State’s title defense. What are some of the big themes going into this season? Will the young triumvirate of Moses Moody, James Wiseman, and Jonathan Kuminga contribute? How could the extension negotiations with Andrew Wiggins, Draymond Green, and Jordan Poole impact the team? How does the competition in the West shape up? How long can Steph Curry stay at this level? And is Golden State the favorite to repeat as NBA champions?Then, the long-awaited debut of Caitlin Cooper of Indy Cornrows to discuss the Pacers' upcoming season. How can Tyrese Haliburton take the next step, and is he THE foundational piece for Indiana? What role will Bennedict Mathurin play in his first season? How are they going to guard anyone on the perimeter? What type of defensive scheme does she expect Indiana to play? We also hit on potential breakout and regression candidates, playing time and lineup issues, key questions for success this year, and give our predictions for the season. Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With @NateDuncanNBA and @DannyLeroux.
02:20:47
30 Aug 22
Jared Weiss of the Athletic discusses the big themes for the 2022-23 Boston Celtics. Are they the favorite to get back to the Finals? How can Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown improve? Is there a weakness in the frontcourt? How do the new additions Gallo and Brogdon fit in? Plus our predictions for the Celtics’ season.Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).
Jared Weiss of the Athletic discusses the big themes for the 2022-23 Boston Celtics. Are they the favorite to get back to the Finals? How can Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown improve? Is there a weakness in the frontcourt? How do the new additions Gallo and Brogdon fit in? Plus our predictions for the Celtics’ season.Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).
55:39
22 Aug 22
It’s time to hold ourselves accountable and resolve our disagreements in reverse alphabetical order for the Eastern Conference. What did we think of these offseasons at the time, and what looks different now in hindsight?Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).
It’s time to hold ourselves accountable and resolve our disagreements in reverse alphabetical order for the Eastern Conference. What did we think of these offseasons at the time, and what looks different now in hindsight?Four more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM/joinSubscribe to our weekly mailing list for free bonus content and all the info you need to keep up with the latest from Nate and Danny!With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).
01:42:00
15 Aug 22