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No Dunks

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No Dunks is a daily NBA podcast hosted by Skeets, Tas, Trey, and JD — the original basketball podcasters. Join 'em as they break down the league's biggest games and headlines, answer listeners' questions, interview guests, and more.

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Episodes

Skeets & JD's NBA Paris Games Recap

On Sat.'s special No Dunks ep., Skeets and JD crack a bottle of red wine to recap the 2025 NBA Paris Games. Topics discussed include: Tyrese Haliburton turning into Steph Curry in the Pacers-Spurs French finale, Victor Wembanyama's busy week, sights and sounds from the Accor Arena, key takeaways from Commissioner Adam Silver's press conference, rainy weather, good eats, the NBA House, and more. Au revoir, Paris! 🐕 NBA halftime act Christian & Scooby SWITCH roles! https://www.youtube.com/sho...

Jan 25, 202540 minSeason 6Ep. 1315

The Drop | NBA All-Star Starters Announced, The Wemby Games & More w/ Hello & Welcome

On today's No Dunks, we break down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's career-high 54 points, the Pistons beating the Hawks to move in to 6th place in the Eastern Conference, and wild wins for the Rockets and Celtics. Plus what the Lakers and Pistons should do at the trade deadline, if anyone will trade for the Bulls' stars, and Skeets shows us his colorful Paris hotel bathroom. -- 🤣 NEVER take photos with tall NBA players: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/bb4dSHd3MnE ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: ht...

Jan 24, 20251 hr 7 minSeason 6Ep. 1314

SGA's Special Night, Crazy Endings & Skeets Live From Paris

On today's No Dunks, we break down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's career-high 54 points, the Pistons beating the Hawks to move in to 6th place in the Eastern Conference, and wild wins for the Rockets and Celtics. Plus what the Lakers and Pistons should do at the trade deadline, if anyone will trade for the Bulls' stars, and Skeets shows us his colorful Paris hotel bathroom. -- 🇫🇷 Zut alors! Mic'd up Skeets while hooping in Paris: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/-PdOz4lMRQo ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playb...

Jan 23, 202559 minSeason 6Ep. 1313

Jimmy Butler Trade To Suns Coming? Nuggets Are Contenders & Beach Steppin'

On today’s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Suns trading picks with the Jazz, whether or not Jimmy Butler makes the Suns title contenders, and if the Bucks should go after Bradley Beal. Plus another triple-double for Nikola Jokic, the most exciting players to watch and our favorite times a player had a second stint with a team. -- 🇫🇷 NBA Paris Games trivia: • NBA Paris Games trivia! 🇫🇷 ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 👕 Fix up, look sharp in some new No Dunk...

Jan 22, 202554 minSeason 6Ep. 1312

NBA MLK Day Recap, Two Rookies Commit To Dunk Contest & Jimmy Butler's Truth

On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys recap NBA on MLK Day action (Grizzlies rallying to beat the Wolves, Cunningham's monster third quarter, the Celtics handing the Warriors their worst home loss in 40 years), temper Dunk Contest expectations, and dissect the latest Jimmy Butler trade rumors. That, plus the Clippers and Nuggets want in on title contender status, leaked All-Star Game jerseys, the '92 Royal Rumble, bloody wedgies, and more. 🇫🇷 NBA Paris Games trivia: https://youtu.be/FoeP4Z58xr0?si=o_i9...

Jan 21, 202559 minSeason 6Ep. 1311

The Drop | NBA Midseason Awards

On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys select and debate their NBA midseason award winners for MVP, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man, Most Improved, Coach, and Clutch Player of the Year. That, plus Dunk Score leaders, three fantastic Worst of the Week nominees, food-related nicknames, and more. 🇫🇷 NBA Paris Games trivia: https://youtu.be/FoeP4Z58xr0?si=o_i9R_bDzU-XyDqm ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room for NBA watch parties: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 👕 Fix up, look sha...

Jan 17, 20251 hr 20 minSeason 6Ep. 1310

Suns Trade For A Center, 'Skyhawks' Beat Bulls, Ja's Insane Highlight That Wasn't

On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Suns acquiring Nick Richards from the Hornets, the Knicks players' minutes, Keaton Wallace and his 'College Park Skyhawks' beating the Bulls, Ja Morant dunking over Wemby (after the whistle), the Mavericks getting unequivocally robbed by the officials, and whether we should be concerned about the Celtics. That, plus NBA Paris Games trivia, Chris Paul's basketball IQ, equipment failure, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room for NBA watch parties: ht...

Jan 16, 20251 hr 2 minSeason 6Ep. 1309

Cavs Revenge, Jimmy Doubles Down & Why Jamal Murray Is Key To Denver's Title Hopes

On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss whether the Cavs or Thunder are the best team in the league, Jamal Murray's breakout performance, Bennedict Mathurin's three technicals, the Suns' lack of identity, Trey Murphy III's sneaky-good season, and Scoot's 39. That, plus Jimmy Butler reiterates his trade demand to the Heat, LiAngelo Ball lands a record label deal, solid Thunder-Cavaliers Rd. 1 ratings, the best play-by-play announcers, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room tonight at 8:30p ET:...

Jan 15, 202551 minSeason 6Ep. 1308

Jalen Green's Heater, Malik Beasley Turns Into Reggie Miller & Say What?!

On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the entertaining similarities between the Grizzlies and Rockets, Malik Beasley's 15-second-long celebration in MSG, Chris Boucher helping his trade value, Steph Curry saying the Warriors shouldn't make a desperate move at the deadline, and Jordan Poole enrolling in Hogwarts. That, plus it's the return of every NBA broadcaster's favorite game, 'Say What?!' ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 👕 Fix up, look sharp in some new No ...

Jan 14, 202553 minSeason 6Ep. 1307

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | Connected Pacers, The Westbrook Renaissance, Banchero's Return

On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys share their NBA weekend winners and losers. Winners include: Paolo Banchero's solid return, the Pacers snapping the Cavs' 12-game win streak, Jokic and Westbrook's synergy, Ja Morant's clutch play, and more. Losers include: tardy Zion Williamson, the 76ers, and the Bucks' record against the top teams in the East. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 👕 Fix up, look sharp in some new No Dunks merch: https://nodunks.com 📈 Subscribe to No...

Jan 13, 202553 minSeason 6Ep. 1309

The Drop | Cavs Deserve Four All-Stars, Ant's Poster, NBA Trade Deadline Players To Watch

On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss whether the Cleveland Cavaliers' insane team record warrants four All-Star selections, Anthony Edwards' huge poster dunk on Black, Alperen Sengun's deep bag, second fan returns of NBA All-Star voting, Kenrich Williams' hair, Worst of the Week nominees, a few under-the-radar names to watch at the trade deadline, and your Five-Star reviews. All that, plus Tas finishes his Pick 'Em loss by going sledding in a Winter Wonderland. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room...

Jan 10, 20251 hr 9 minSeason 6Ep. 1305

Thunder-Cavaliers Lived Up To The Hype

On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the biggest takeaways from last night's epic Thunder-Cavaliers game, Khris Middleton coming off the bench for Milwaukee, Malik Beasley scoring 23 to help the Pistons win their 5th straight, Paolo Banchero getting set to return, and Kawhi Leonard stepping away from the Clippers to be with his family impacted by the Los Angeles fires. Stay safe. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 👕 Fix up, look sharp in some new No Dunks merch:...

Jan 09, 202549 minSeason 6Ep. 1304

Steph Curry Is Frustrated With The Warriors, Zion's Return & Ice Trae Calls Game!

On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Trae Young hitting a 50-foot buzzer-beater to lift the Hawks over the Jazz, Zion Williamson's return, the lowly Suns, and Steph Curry discussing the Warriors' two-timelines strategy and his desire to win one more title. That, plus Chilly Tas shares his Top 5 point guards sacrificing themselves for their team, a mini Thunder-Cavs preview, and more. 🗞️ Steph Curry and the NBA's most confounding paradox: https://bit.ly/3PpsHpe ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room...

Jan 08, 20251 hr 1 minSeason 6Ep. 1303

Beal Shines Off Bench, Kings Win 5th Straight, LiAngelo Ball's Hit Song 'Tweaker'

On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys draft last night's best games: Edwards leading the Wolves past the Clips, Cade Cunningham getting the Pistons to .500, the Kings holding off the Heat in 2OT, and more. That, plus reports that Warriors are targeting Vucevic, Blake Griffin and Dirk Nowitzki joining Amazon's NBA studio show, LiAngelo Ball's new hit song, and more in the Up/Down Report. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 👕 Fix up, look sharp in some new No Dunks merch: h...

Jan 07, 202558 minSeason 6Ep. 1302

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | Jimmy Butler Trade Scenarios, OKC's Defense, Play-In Pistons

On Mon.'s No Dunks, Tas starts his Pick 'Em Payoff outside as the guys discuss the Heat suspending Jimmy Butler, the difficulties in trading him, and what happens next. That, plus NBA weekend winners (Kings, Pistons, OKC's second-half defense, Jokic vs. Wemby, Kawhi's return), losers (Wolves, Suns, Bam Adebayo), and Canadian mittens. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room tonight at 8:30p ET: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 👕 Fix up, look sharp in some new No Dunks merch: https://nodunks.com 📈 Sub...

Jan 06, 202558 minSeason 6Ep. 1301

Jimmy Butler Trade Rumors Intensify, NBA New Year's Resolutions & Kids Love LaMelo

On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Jimmy Butler indicating to the Heat that he wants a trade, the Knicks' nine-game win streak, and New Year's resolutions for a few NBA teams and players. That, plus LaMelo Ball leads East guards in first fan returns of All-Star voting, Jaden Ivey's unfortunate leg injury, our favorite media from 2024, and more. Happy New Year! ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 👕 Fix up, look sharp in some new No Dunks merch: https://nodunks.c...

Jan 03, 20251 hr 15 minSeason 6Ep. 1300

Lakers-Nets Trade Grades, Kings Fire Mike Brown & Bold 2025 NBA Predictions

On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Lakers trading D'Angelo Russell to the Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith, the Kings firing head coach Mike Brown, and NBA weekend winners like the scrappy Orlando Magic, Jonathan Kuminga's spotlight, and two fracases. That, plus NBA year-end questions about struggling players/teams who can ring in the New Year on the right foot, potential first-time All-Stars, bold predictions for 2025, and more. -- ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room tonight at 7p ET: https://...

Dec 30, 202458 minSeason 6Ep. 1299

Jimmy Butler Trade Packages & NBA Christmas Day Recap

On Thu.'s No Dunks, Skeets and Jesh discuss the latest Jimmy Butler trade rumors, the Mickey Mouse-themed alt-cast, and all five NBA Christmas Day games. -- 👕 Buy some No Dunks merch for the holidays: https://nodunks.com 📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nodunksinc ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 𝕏 Follow No Dunks on Twitter/X: https://x.com/NoDunksInc No Dunks 5600 Spalding Dr PO Box 924045 Norcross, GA 30010-4045 Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

Dec 26, 202446 minEp. 1298

De'Aaron Fox Trade Rumors, OKC Signs Alex Caruso & Magic Suffer Another Key Injury

On Mon.'s No Dunks, Skeets shares his thoughts on Rich Paul meeting with the Kings' front office as De'Aaron Fox's future comes into question, hypothetical trade packages from the Spurs or Rockets, and whether Sacramento's season is salvageable. That, plus Alex Caruso and the Thunder agree to a 4-year, $81M extension, the Magic lose Mo Wagner for the season, Cade Cunningham's All-Star case, Kuminga's rough weekend, and more. Happy holidays! 📖 Why De'Aaron Fox, struggling Kings have entered the ...

Dec 23, 202440 minSeason 6Ep. 1297

The Drop | KAT Savors Wolves Return, Picking All-Star Starters & Declining NBA Ratings

On Fri.'s No Dunks, Skeets and Tas draft last night's best games including Towns' return to Minnesota, Simons' buzzer-beating layup, and the Grizzlies handing the Warriors a 51-point loss. That, plus they debate their All-Star Game starters, discuss Redick's comments about declining NBA ratings, hand out Worst of the Week, select their favorite sports moment of 2024, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nod...

Dec 20, 20241 hr 27 minSeason 6Ep. 1296

Instant Reax | Bucks Win NBA Cup

On Tue. night's No Dunks, the guys discuss the Milwaukee Bucks using a 3-point barrage to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 97-81 for the NBA Cup title, Giannis winning another piece of NBA hardware, the ridiculous MVP race, pics with Boston Rob, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nodunksinc 👕 No Dunks merch for the holidays: https://nodunks.com 𝕏 Follow No Dunks on Twitter/X: https://x.com/NoDunksInc 🏝️ ...

Dec 18, 202438 minSeason 6Ep. 1295

Respect The Cup | Bucks & Thunder Advance To Final

No Dunks is live from the 27th floor of an undisclosed Las Vegas hotel room to discuss the Bucks beating the Hawks, and the Thunder stifling the Rockets to advance to the NBA Cup championship game. 🎁 Use the code NODUNKS for 25% off your order of $125 or more at https://www.hammacher.com/ 🗞️ Check out Statitudes for NBA stats, trivia, and history: https://www.statitudes.com/ ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nod...

Dec 15, 202433 minSeason 6Ep. 1294

The Drop | Kings Finally Beat Pels, Jimmy Butler's Hair Color & Hammacher Schlemmer!

On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Kings finally beating the Pelicans, Jaylen Brown calling his shot regarding Payton Pritchard crushing the Pistons, and whether Jimmy Butler's hair color choices directly correlate to the teams he would welcome a trade to. That, plus Worst of the Week nominees, some "50 Days In" NBA trivia, and Santa Skeets is back with his Hammacher Schlemmer gift guide! See you in Vegas! 🎁 Use the code NODUNKS for 25% off your order of $125 or more at https://www.hammac...

Dec 13, 20241 hr 9 minSeason 6Ep. 1293

Hawks Roll To Vegas, Kerr Furious Over Late Call & Thunder Voted NBA's Best Front Office

On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Hawks rallying for the 108-100 victory over the Knicks to book a trip to the NBA Cup semifinals in Vegas, a controversial finish to the Warriors-Rockets battle, Scottie Barnes' sprained ankle, the league's best front offices, why the NBA and FIBA are considering starting a new European league, and more. 📞 What are the Top 10 front offices in NBA? https://bit.ly/4gcrWvm ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 📈 Subscribe to No...

Dec 12, 202452 minSeason 6Ep. 1292

Bucks, Thunder Advance To Vegas & Jimmy Butler Trade Destinations

On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Milwaukee Bucks and Oklahoma City Thunder advancing to the NBA Cup semifinals in Vegas, three Jimmy Butler trade destinations (Warriors, Mavericks, Rockets), the NBA revisiting its iconic 'Jingle Hoops' commercial, NBC building their NBA broadcast teams, and things to watch for in the final two quarterfinal games. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room tonight for hawks-Knicks: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/n...

Dec 11, 202457 minSeason 6Ep. 1291

Beach Steppin' | KAT Quiets Canada, MIP Hall of Famers, NBA Cup Preview

On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks beating the Raptors before hitting the beach to answer NBA questions about how many current Most Improved Player winners will be future Hall of Famers, Kevin Love's outlet passes and the All-Liam Neeson Team, phishing emails, and more. That, plus things to watch for in tonight's NBA Cup quarterfinal games. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room tonight for Magic-Bucks: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on Y...

Dec 10, 202454 minSeason 6Ep. 1290

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | The Joker, CP3 Assists & Orlando's Second Torn Oblique

On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys share their NBA weekend winners and losers. Winners include: Nikola Jokic (kinda), the exciting Timberwolves-Warriors matchup, Chris Paul passing Jason Kidd on the all-time NBA assists leaderboard, the Miami Heat, Khris Middleton's return, and more. Losers include: the Orlando Magic losing another All-Star-caliber player in Franz Wagner to a torn oblique, the New Orleans Pelicans' season from hell, and the NBA Dunk Score calculations. 💔 The NBA's Dunk Score is broke...

Dec 09, 202459 minSeason 6Ep. 1289

The Drop | Wacky First-Quarter NBA Awards

On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss last night's games — Nugs-Cavs, Kuminga scoring a career-high 33, and a healthier Pelicans squad — before handing out some wacky first-quarter NBA awards like, What Happened To The Dude I Love?, Super Soph, The Old Guy's Still Got It, and The Ray Finkle Who The Hell Is That? That, plus three Best of the Week nominees, your Five-Star Friday reviews, good NBA-themed dog names, the best parts of a grocery store, and more. ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: http...

Dec 06, 20241 hr 27 minSeason 6Ep. 1288

David Aldridge's NBA GOAT Case, Hawks Soaring, Lakers & Pacers Panic

On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys talk with Hall of Famer David Aldridge about 'The Basketball 100' book, the Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James GOAT debate, which current players are most likely to crack the Top 10 all-time list, and the most underrated players in history. That, plus the Atlanta Hawks are flying high, Tyler Herro's All-Star case, and panic surrounding the Lakers and Pacers. 📚 The Basketball 100 book: https://bit.ly/4gnVMgr ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/no...

Dec 05, 202453 minSeason 6Ep. 1287

The NBA Cup Quarterfinals Are Set & All-Tournament Teams So Far

On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the intriguing NBA Cup quarterfinal matchups, that wild fourth-quarter swing in the Grizzlies-Mavericks game, the pros and cons of point differential, All-Tournament Teams after group play, Paul Millsap's official retirement, grocery stores, and more. 📚 The Basketball 100 book: https://bit.ly/4gnVMgr ▶️ Join the No Dunks Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nodunksinc 👕 Buy some excellent No Dunks m...

Dec 04, 202459 minSeason 6Ep. 1286
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