Right when you thought Jus was gone, he rose from the ashes like the NBA! The basketball landscape was shook when the news of Luka Doncic being traded for Anthony Davis hit. Justin is here to break it all down with his early thoughts. -Will the Luka Doncic & Lebron James pairing work? -The disprespect on Anthony Davis name has reached unreal levels. -What does success look like for the Lakers and Mavericks? -De'Aaron Fox to the Spurs, Zach Lavine to the Kings, don't sleep! Whats your thought...
Feb 05, 2025•24 min
Jus previews every team in the Eastern conference leading into the new NBA season! Which team do you think will win the east? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Drop your East power rankings! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @abovetherimpodcast Feedback VM #: 908.718.1592 Email: Abovetherimnbapodcast@gmail.com For everything ATR ...
Oct 22, 2024•17 min
Jus previews every team in the Western conference leading into the new NBA season! Which team do you think will win the west? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Drop your west power rankings in the comments and catch the show on youtuube! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" https://www.youtube.com/@abovetherimpodcast TikTok: @abovetherimpod...
Oct 21, 2024•25 min
The NBA is just around the corner with preseason action underway & Jus is here to break it all down. -How will Karl Anthony Towns, Julius Randle & Divincenzo fit on their new teams post-trade? -Can the NY Knicks play WITH expectations? -Bronny James makes his preseason debut with LeBron. Is he set up for success? -News around the NBA: Lakers & Raptors new jerseys, Miami Heat honors Pat Riley, PJ Tucker -NBA milestones: Players who could make history this season -Naismith Basketball H...
Oct 17, 2024•26 min
The NBA offseason is in full swing as Jus goes over which players have already switched teams, standout draft picks, Bronny & the Celtics becoming NBA champions! -The Boston Celtics are NBA champions! Sign those Tatum apology forms! -Reviewing the standout NBA draft picks. -Bronny James makes history but his presser rubbed Jus the wrong way. -JJ Redick becomes the Lakers coach, good or bad move for the Lakers? -NBA free agency grades for all moves! Paul George to the 76ers, Cp3 to the Spurs,...
Jul 10, 2024•57 min
The NBA conference finals are underway between the Boston Celtics vs the Indiana Pacers & the Dallas Mavericks vs the Minnesota Timberwolves. Who will prevail & battle each other in the finals? Jus is here to break it all down talking key matchup advantages, x-factors, predictions & his top 5 playoff takeaways! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Ri...
May 22, 2024•34 min
The NBA playoffs are here! Join Jus as he gives his thoughts on every 1st round matchup, what he's looking for in each series & x-factors! -Bucks vs Pacers -Clippers vs Mavs -Suns vs T-Wolves -Cavs vs Magic -Lakers vs Nuggets -Knicks vs 76ers -OKC Thunder vs Pelicans -Celtics vs Heat Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @abovetherimpodca...
Apr 21, 2024•46 min
The regular season has concluded & it's time to give out the ATR season awards. Jus goes over his selections for each of the categories before we get to this playoff action. -News around the NBA -Bronny James declaring for the draft. Is he ready? -Is it time for the GS Warriors core to split after failing to make the playoffs? -ATR season awards & all-nba teams! Playoff preview EP up next! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrm...
Apr 19, 2024•36 min
Jus is back after a brief hiatus to discuss the last quarter of the NBA season in full swing. -Upcoming player milestones -Is Wemby the ROY AND DPOY? -Jus is tired of the Jayson Tatum mvp disrespect! -Paolo Banchero is a top 5 player in the Eastern conference. -News around the NBA Share your thoughts in the comments! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podc...
Mar 07, 2024•50 min
The NBA is off to a solid start after 10+ games for each team so far. Jus is back to discuss his thoughts around the association: -The In-Season Tournament is pretty good, stop hating! -Draymond Green suspended 5 games, too much or too little? -It's time for a GS Warriors starting lineup change. -James Harden on the Clippers, less is more? -ROY Race: Wemby or Chet Holmgren? -Giving flowers to a few guys balling in the association! -Zach Lavine is available for a trade. -Deni Avdija's comments on...
Nov 22, 2023•49 min
ATR family, the season is just about ready to tip off! Jus is joined by friend of the show Domo to preview the season the only way they know how, 'Coppin or Droppin' style! The fellas discuss: -The loss of Bruce Brown on the Nuggets. -Will Victor Wembanyama be an all-star in year 1? -Will James Harden stay in a 76ers uniform all season? -Is the Phoenix Suns offense the best in the league? -Chris Paul could end up being the best offseason pickup. -Anthony Davis wants to play all 82 games this yea...
Oct 23, 2023•54 min
The preseason is finally here so that could only mean one thing, the NBA has returned! Jus is back to discuss his thoughts on the blockbuster Damian Lillard to the Milwaukee Bucks trade and other news around the NBA. -How will Dame fit in Milwaukee with Giannis? Who is the 1st option? -Jrue Holiday to the Boston Celtics makes them formidable, but how much better? -Pat Riley fumbled for the Miami Heat. -Will Deandre Ayton eat in Portland? -The James Harden/76ers fiasco is getting out of hand. -Th...
Oct 11, 2023•42 min
Jus is back to discuss: -The In-season tournament, good or bad idea? -Discussing the team USA roster, is it good enough to win gold? -Who will lead team USA in scoring? -LeBron James getting his jersey retired in LA. AD gets his extension. -Ben Simmons is "as healthy as ever"? LOL time will tell. Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @aboveth...
Aug 26, 2023•19 min
JusBlaze is back to recap a busy free agency in the Western conference. The west has turned into the best once again as many teams look to make moves. But how good were each of those moves? All we know is that the west will be a bloodbath ALL season. Jus goes through every team in the West with his FLEA agency grades... Teams discussed in order: -Denver Nuggets -Houston Rockets -GS Warriors -Phoenix Suns -LA Clippers -LA Lakers -Memphis Grizzlies -SA Spurs -Dallas Mavericks -Minnesota Timberwolv...
Aug 16, 2023•37 min
Jus is back to recap a strange free agency in the Eastern conference. There hasn't been a blockbuster deal yet, but marginal improvements to some teams in the East will end up shaking up the standings next season. Jus goes through every team in the East with his flea agency grades... Team discussed in order: -Boston Celtics -Milwaukee Bucks -Brooklyn Nets -Philadelphia 76ers -NY Knicks -Miami Heat -Orlando Magic -Chicago Bulls -Cleveland Cavaliers -Detroit Pistons -Indiana Pacers -Atlanta Hawks ...
Aug 08, 2023•41 min
Chris Paul got traded to where??? To be teammates with who?? Jus is in disbelief as CP3 has been traded to the GS Warriors for Jordan Poole... This ep he discusses: -How the Chris Paul/Steph Curry backcourt will work. -Why the GS Warriors are a much better team after giving up Poole for Cp3. -Who will benefit the most from Cp3 being on the roster. -Devin Booker's new role with Bradley Beal on board. -The Porzingis/Smart/Jones deal is a win/win/win for all teams. What do you think about Chris Pau...
Jun 27, 2023•28 min
This episode Jus is joined by host of the "Off The Ball Podcast", Chris Lebron ( @OffTheBallPod). The fellas discuss all things NBA draft: -Victor Wemby is finally a Spur, will he become an all-star in year 1? -Is Wemby really the most hyped prospect ever or are they dragging it? -Did the Hornets make a mistake in picking Brandon Miller over Scoot Henderson? -Is Scoot Henderson enough to push Damian Lillard out of Portland? -Which teams won the NBA draft? -Who are the draft day sleepers? Tune in...
Jun 26, 2023•44 min
Justin is rolling solo this Ep to cover a plethora of headlines surrounding the NBA including: -Congrats the Denver Nuggets on winning the championship. -Where does Nikola Jokic rank all-time? -What happened to Jimmy Butler in the finals? -Quick reaction on Bradley Beal to the Phoenix Suns. -Ja Morant & Zion in the news for the wrong reasons. -Victor Wembanyama, Scoot Henderson are the prize. -Top 5 offseason questions. Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase mer...
Jun 19, 2023•48 min
Jus is rolling solo to give his thoughts & breakdown the NBA Finals! The final round is finally here between the Heat & Nuggets, two unlikely teams facing off one last time for the trophy. -How did these 2 teams get here.. -Does any team have a legitimate edge? -Who steps up more, Jokic or Butler? -Series x-factors, most important matchups & key storylines to look out for! Who do you have winning the NBA finals? Lets us know! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show...
Jun 01, 2023•38 min
This episode Jus is joined by Phoenix Suns insider & co-host of the "Coast To Coast" pod, Flex (@FlexFromJersey). The Phoenix Suns season has ended in disappointing fashion for two years in a row. With falling short of expectations, change is always right around the corner. This Ep the fellas discuss: -What went wrong in the Suns/Nuggets series? Could KD & Booker have done more? -Phoenix Suns coaching search, who are the top names & which direction should they go in? -Deandre Ayton's...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Jus is rolling solo to give his thoughts on the Miami Heat/Boston Celtics ECF series! This is the third time in 4 seasons these two teams will meet in the ECF. Who has the edge going into tonight's G1? Will Miami's 3pt shooting carry over to this series? Has Boston solved it's inconsistency problem? Which team will win the physicality battle? Which team is mentally tougher for this series? Coach Spo is the best in the NBA, can Mazulla compete coaching wise? Jimmy Butler or Jayson Tatum, who will...
May 17, 2023•17 min
Jus is rolling solo to give his thoughts on the LA Lakers/Denver Nuggets WCF series! Who has the edge going into tonights G1? Is Anthony Davis or Jokic the best player in the series? Lebron James could go off this series. How the Lakers defend Jokic, will they double or not? The Nuggets supporting cast have been excellent from 3. Will Darvin Ham make the proper adjustments? Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_...
May 16, 2023•22 min
Jus is rolling solo this Ep to give his thoughts on the 76ers/Celtics series! Who has the edge going into tonights game? Will the Celtics rebound after a tough loss? Which James Harden will show up? Is Embiid too injured to be the "MVP"? Both Tatum and Brown need to takeover! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @abovetherimpodcast Feedback ...
May 09, 2023•11 min
Jus is rolling solo this Ep to give his thoughts on the Suns/Nuggets series! Who has the edge going into tonights game? Has Monty turned the corner and realized to play his bench? Devin Booker can't be stopped in this series. Jokic masterclass on Ayton. Legendary KD game on the way? We want to hear your thoughts below! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Po...
May 09, 2023•14 min
Jus is rolling solo this Ep to give his thoughts on the LA Lakers/GS Warriors series. Who has the edge going into tonights game? Is Anthony Davis the best player in the series? Lebron James playing off-ball has been good for him. What game will Steph be Steph? Can the Warriors overcome their turnover habit? We want to hear your thoughts below! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Y...
May 08, 2023•11 min
Jus is rolling solo this ep to give his thoughts on the NY Knicks/Miami Heat series. Are the Knicks done? Will the Heat put their stamp on the series? We want to hear your thoughts below! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @abovetherimpodcast Feedback VM #: 908.718.1592 Email: Abovetherimnbapodcast@gmail.com For everything ATR click here: ...
May 08, 2023•9 min
Jus is rolling solo this ep to give you a 76ers vs Celtics playoff series preview! His thoughts on how each team matches up, what he's looking out for & series x-factors! Who you got in a 76ers/Celtics series? Who is your x-factor for the series? How much does Embiid's health affect the outcome? We want to hear your thoughts below! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: ...
May 01, 2023•7 min
Jus is rolling solo this ep to give you a Suns/Nuggets playoff series preview! His thoughts on how each team matches up, what he's looking out for & series x-factors! Who you got in a Suns/Nuggets series? Who is your x-factor for the series? We want to hear your thoughts! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @abovetherimpodcast Feedback ...
Apr 29, 2023•12 min
Jus is rolling solo this ep to give you a Suns/Nuggets playoff series preview! His thoughts on how each team matches up, what he's looking out for & series x-factors! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @abovetherimpodcast Feedback VM #: 908.718.1592 Email: Abovetherimnbapodcast@gmail.com For everything ATR click here: https://linktr.ee...
Apr 28, 2023•12 min
This episode Jus is joined by host of “The Real Deal”, Damian Adams (@TheRealDealwDA). The NBA playoffs are in full swing and the fellas discuss: -Is is time for the New Orleans Pelicans to look at Zion Williamson trade offers? -How injuries have affected these playoffs. -Jus & Damian give their takeaways from EVERY 1st round series! Order: Warriors/Kings Suns/Clippers Knicks/Cavs Lakers/Grizzlies Bucks/Heat 76ers/Nets Celtics/Hawks Nuggets/TWolves Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To s...
Apr 26, 2023•1 hr 17 min
