After a wild weekend full off drama, intrigue, and upsets, the NBA conference finals have been set. Hear the Big Dogs break down the conclusion of each matchup as well as preview the conference finals for each side of the bracket. Bucks VS Celtics Game 7 (2:19) Mavericks VS Suns Game 7 (21:48) Grizzlies VS Warriors Game 6 (33:57)
May 17, 2022•58 min•Ep. 74
We officially have Game 7! With the NBA Playoffs heating up we see some teams moving on and others completely collapsing. The Big Dogs breakdown Hardens latest choke job, Luka and the Mavs dominate the Suns, The Bucks win another nail-biter, and sometimes you Whoop that Trick, sometimes that Trick Whoops you. Heat VS 76ers Game 6 (2:25) Suns VS Mavericks Game 6 (15:26) Bucks VS Celtics Game 5 (26:28) Warriors VS Grizzlies Game 5 (36:56) Jokic MVP/New NBA Hardware (48:58)...
May 13, 2022•58 min•Ep. 73
In a short but sweet show, the Big Dogs recap a thrilling NBA weekend with serious momentum shifts going down across the playoff bracket. Matt & Jordan recap Luka and the Mavs stepping up at home as CP3 struggles to stay out of foul trouble, Harden comes up huge for the Sixers, a controversial finish in Milwaukee leaves Boston fans enraged, and who the hell is breaking the code?? Suns VS Mavericks Game 4 (2:20) Heat VS 76ers Game 4 (12:01) Celtics VS Bucks Game 3 (19:40) Grizzlies VS Warrior...
May 09, 2022•37 min•Ep. 72
The Big Dogs are back and ready to breakdown game 2 of each playoff series. Matt & Jordan discuss how Giannis and the Bucks need to bounce back against the well oiled Boston machine, as well as Klay Thompsons lacklustre play, Hardens latest disappearing act, and of course some updates on the Ben Simmons Saga. Bucks VS Celtics Game 2 (3:47) Warriors VS Grizzlies Game 2 (15:59) 76ers VS Heat Game 2 (29:53) Mavericks VS Suns Game 2 (37:16) Ben Simmons Back Surgery (46:35)...
May 06, 2022•55 min•Ep. 71
The Big Dogs are in playoff form, breaking down the action from the opening games of the second-round of the NBA postseason. Matt & Jordan breakdown Giannis and the Bucks dominant win in Bostons, Klay Thompsons late heroics in Memphis, as well as major news from around the association such as Embiids latest injury, Sacramentos coaching hunt, and Zion Williamson wanting to sign an extension. Bucks VS Celtics Game 1 (2:16) Warriors VS Grizzlies Game 1 (14:29) Joel Embiid Injury Update (24:28) ...
May 02, 2022•52 min•Ep. 70
While they might be down, the Big Dogs are never out. Matt & Jordan recap the elimination games from the first round of the NBA playoffs and go on to preview the 2nd round of the playoffs. 76ers VS Raptors Game 6 (3:23) Suns VS Pelicans Game 6 (14:56) Celtics VS Nets Game 4 (25:12) Bulls VS Bucks Game 5 (32:17) Nuggets VS Warriors (37:56) Playoff Round 2 Preview (43:29)
Apr 29, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 69
No sweeps so far but the Nets are in trouble! The Big Dogs recap a wild weekend of NBA basketball as we saw seasons stay alive, rivalries intensify, and the most-skilled duo of all-time vanish before our eyes. Bucks VS Bulls Game 4 (5:10) Warriors VS Nuggets Game 4 (12:31) Heat VS Hawks Game 4 (20:31) Suns VS Pelicans Game 4 (27:31) 76ers VS Raptors Game 4 (39:42) Mavericks VS Jazz Game 4 (50:36) Celtics VS Nets Game 3 (58:09) Grizzlies VS Timberwolves Game 4 (1:11:07)...
Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 68
Grizzlies VS Timberwolves Game 3 (3:44) Mavericks VS Jazz Game 3 (12:09) Warriors VS Nuggets Game 3 (23:28) 76ers VS Raptors Game 3 (33:44) Nets VS Celtics Game 2 (50:07) Bulls VS Bucks Game 2 (58:46) Pelicans VS Suns Game 2 (1:03:06) Hawks VS Heat Game 2 (1:08:00)
Apr 22, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 67
Round 1 of the NBA Playoffs are off to a fire start! The Big Dogs breakdown their first impressions of each matchup, including the incredible heroics of Jayson Tatum, Edwards & KAT looking unstoppable, and of course crying over the annual Game 1 loss for the Raptors. Nets VS Celtics Game 1 (4:34) Bulls VS Bucks Game 1 (15:37) Hawks VS Heat Game 1 (25:08) Pelicans VS Suns Game 1 (31:16) Raptors VS 76ers Game 1 (36:29) Timberwolves VS Grizzlies Game 1 (46:44) Jazz VS Mavericks Game 1 (54:16) N...
Apr 18, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 66
They're here! Its the playoffs baby and the Big Dogs are chomping at the bit for playoff basketball. Matt & Jordan give their picks and breakdown each playoff matchup in the first-round, while giving their picks for who is going to win it all. *Matts mic was on the fritz, apologies for poor quality, one time issue * Cavaliers/Hawks VS Heat (2:40) Nets VS Celtics (15:27) Bulls VS Bucks (29:34) Raptors VS 76ers (39:00) Clippers/Pelicans VS Suns (49:00) Timberwolves VS Grizzlies (56:16) Warrior...
Apr 15, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 65
The regular season is officially a wrap so its time to hand out the hardware. Matt & Jordan give their picks for each of the major awards given in the NBA as well as the announcement of the inaugural Big Dog of the Year Award. The Big Dogs also breakdown the first two play-in games between the Cavaliers and Nets, plus the wild finish to the Clippers VS Timberwolves. Play-in Review (2:51) Rookie of the Year (10:30) Coach of the Year (16:36) Big Dog of the Year (24:53) Sixth Man of the Year (2...
Apr 13, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 64
The play-in tournament is here and the Big Dogs couldn't be more ready. Matt & Jordan breakdown each of the four play-in games, as well as who they think will win the potential do-or-die matchup for the 8th-seed in each conference. On top of this, the boys unveil their All-NBA selections for the 2021-22 season, while going on a rant about fixed positions. Cleveland VS Brooklyn (2:22) Clippers VS Timberwolves (14:28) Hornets VS Hawks (22:29) Spurs VS Pelicans (34:35) All-NBA Teams (46:58)...
Apr 11, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 63
The most controversial podcast in basketball is back and salivating at the thought of playoff basketball. With tons of movement in the NBA standings Matt & Jordan breakdown potential playoff matchups as well as possible struggles teams may face. Raptors VS 76ers (2:44) Celtics VS Bucks (15:10) Miami Clinches East (27:47) Lakers Out of Playoff Contention (36:42) Lonzo Ball Out for the Year/Bull Playoff Chances (50:15) Ben Simmons to Miss Play-in (58:14) Big Dog of the Month (1:03:00)...
Apr 08, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 62
The prodigal son has returned. Jordan is back and the Big Dog reunion is on. The guys breakdown the return of Kyle Lowry to Toronto, the MVP race, and emo Donovan Mitchell might be here to stay. Kyle Lowry Returns (3:44) Mavericks VS Bucks/MVP Race (22:10) Emo Donovan Mitchell & the Utah Jazz (49:09) March Madness (59:40)
Apr 04, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 61
Matt is flying solo in this one, as Jordan is out sick. None the less the show must go on as there has been tons of stories, returns, and more in the NBA. Bucks VS Nets (1:31) Clippers VS Bulls (13:03) AD Return Preview (21:51) Donovan Mitchell Comments (31:37) Robert Williams/Trae Young Injuries (38:18) 2022 HOF Class (48:09)
Apr 01, 2022•57 min•Ep. 60
With tons of playoff preview matchups, the Big Dogs are licking their chops as we inch closer to the postseason. Topics include the Pelicans come from behind win over the Lakers, the Celtics may be the team to beat in the East, Harden struggles hurting the Sixers, the Nets are getting complacent, the Jazz season might already be over, and of course, the March Madness Final Four is set. Lakers VS Pelicans (4:18) Timberwolves VS Celtics (14:35) 76ers VS Suns (26:10) Hornets VS Nets (37:36) Jazz VS...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 59
In todays show, the Big Dogs recap a thrilling return for Chris Paul in Denver, the Raptors besting the Cavs as they become tied for 6th in the East, Kyrie Irving is back playing in NYC, the Heat started a self-imposed bench brawl, and should NBA refs be fined for poor officiating? That, some Eminem slander, and much more all on Big Dog Ball Talk CP3 Return (4:42) Raptors VS Cavs (17:27) Kyrie Irving Full-Time (31:10) Miami Heat Bench Brawl (44:41) Should NBA Refs be Fined? (55:21)...
Mar 25, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 58
The Big Dogs are back to recap an up and down Sunday Slate of the NBA, breakdown LeBron James newest accolade, and take out their frustrations on the dumpster fire that is the Sacramento Kings. Raptors VS 76ers (2:44) Celtics VS Nuggets (14:44) Pelicans VS Hawks (27:42) LeBron Rises Points Scored Ranks (41:38) Sacramento Kings Roast Session (51:08)
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 57
They just can't stop scoring 50. The NBA in March has been must-see TV on a nightly basis and the Big Dogs are here to breakdown the biggest stories and developments of the week. 50+ Point Performances (3:30) LBJ Fed Up (16:59) Steph Curry Injury (29:04) Dinwiddie Beats the Buzzer Again (41:20) Jamal Murray and Patrick Williams Returning Soon (50:26)
Mar 18, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 56
History is being made every day in the NBA, and the Big Dogs are here to make more of it. LeBron James became the first player to reach 30K career-points, rebounds, & assists, KD continues to dominate in his return, Dinwiddie does it again for the Mavs, Klay Thompson might be back to his old ways, and Gregg Popovich sets the record for most wins as an NBA Coach. LeBron 30/10/10 (2:37) KD Drops 53 (17:16) Mavericks VS Celtics (27:06) Bucks VS Warriors (41:46) Popovich Sets Win Record (52:11)...
Mar 14, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 55
In todays show the Big Dogs breakdown the most anticipated (and disappointing) matchup of the NBA regular season between the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers. Other topics include Warriors VS Nuggets, the Suns becoming the first team to clinch a playoff spot, update on the Russell Westbrick Saga in LA, and a late Big Dog of the Month Award winner is announced. Nets VS 76ers (3:33) Warriors VS Nuggets (19:02) Suns Clinch Playoffs (34:30) Westbrick (42:05) Big Dog of the Month (51:07)...
Mar 11, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 54
In todays show the Big Dogs recap some absolute thrillers that went down this past weekend including multiple 50-point performances, and several other massive games. Topics include: how down bad are the Nets, did the Suns crack the Giannis code, Porzingis-Dinwiddie trade seems to be working for both sides (weirdly), LBJ is one of the best scorers ever, and Zion might finally be back! Nets VS Celtics (2:27) Suns VS Bucks (17:45) Porzingis Debut (30:11) Warriors VS Lakers (41:09) Zion Return (55:0...
Mar 07, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 53
After another loss at the hands of their former Head Coach Dwane Casey, The Big Dogs, breakdown the unfortunate trend as well as the silver lining for the Raptors in this defeat. Other topics include KD's impressive return versus the Miami Heat, Ja Morants surging MVP odds, the Suns are by-far the best team in the NBA, and what is going on with the NBA G League?? Pistons VS Raptors (3:18) Heat VS Nets (15:28) Ja Morant MVP (27:27) Shorthanded Suns (41:29) G League (53:15)...
Mar 04, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 52
In todays show the Big Dogs breakdown the impressive debut of the Beard in Philly, as well as his connection with Joel Embiid. Other topics include a overview of the new Lakers drama, controversy, and lows, the Mavericks come from behind victory over the Warriors and is Draymond the most valuable piece on the Golden State roster? Are the Celtics destined for another Conference Finals appearance, and the Raptors hit a wall and there are a number of places to blame. Harden Debut (2:35) Lakers Stru...
Feb 28, 20220•Ep. 51
The Big Dogs are in the mood to celebrate as they made it to 50 episodes! In this pod Matt & Jordan reevaluate their pre-season predictions, analyze all the drama coming out of Philly over Ben Simmons departure and the acquisition of James Harden, Kyrie may return to full-time status, Kemba and the Knicks come to terms on his status on the roster, and Zion Williamson might be a diva? Midway Evaluation (2:15) Embiid Chased Simmons/Beal (22:40) Kyrie to Return Full-Time (34:11) Kemba Sidelined...
Feb 25, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 50
As we sit and wait for the all-star break to be over, the Big Dogs recap an exciting all-star weekend. Matt & Jordan discuss Curry going for 50 and the MVP, was the dunk contest hate warranted, and whether or not each format works for skills competitions. Other topics include CP3 to miss extended time with a thumb injury, and LeBron confirming whoever drafts Bronny also gets him. All-Star Game (4:13) Dunk Contest (18:07) 3-Point Contest (29:02) Skills Contest (33:20) Rising Stars Game (39:05...
Feb 21, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 49
The All-Star Duo of the Podcasting world is back, as the Big Dogs break down a wild Thursday night in the Association, while previewing this weekends All-Star Festivities. Matt & Jordan break down the Heats controversial win over the Hornets, Embiids MVP case growing as he dominates against the Bucks, Anthony Davis latest Injury, James Harden Drama, and of course their picks for skills, 3-point shooting, and dunk contests.
Feb 18, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 48
In our first guest interview we had the privilege to sit down with a pioneer of dunk culture, the big dog of the dunk world, Chuck Millan. You may know Chuck as the CEO of Team Flight Brothers but he is also the man responsible for bringing life and energy back into the NBA Dunk Contest. Matt & Jordan sit down with Chuck to discuss how he got started in dunking, what his duties are as an NBA Dunk Coach, and much more! Follow Chuck @TFBChuckTheBoss on Twitter/Instagram
Feb 16, 2022•35 min•Ep. 47
The NFL season is over, so it's time you set your focus on the NBA and the Big Dogs got you covered for all the biggest new, stories, and rumours in the Association. Let us be your Valentine as we recap the biggest games from the weekend including the Raptors and Nuggets going toe-to-toe but the reigning MVP saying no, no, no. Other topics include Ja Morant hurting his ankle on a baseline camera operator, Luka playing exceptional with no supporting cast, Russell Westbrook talking non-sense, MPJ ...
Feb 14, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 46
After one of the craziest Trade Deadlines of all-time, the NBA landscape has been completely shaken up. With all-stars in new places, the league is wide-open for the taking and it's only a matter of time before we see who snatches the crown. James Harden for Ben Simmons Swap (4:13) Porzingis to the Wizards (18:48) McCollum to the Pelicans (27:52) Sabonis to the Kings (40:51) Dragic shipped out of Toronto ( 48:37) Harrell to the Hornets (55:00) 4-Team-Trade (1:00:30)...
Feb 11, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 45
