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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

The Drop | Setting Up NBA Stretch Run

On Friday's No Dunks, the guys discuss the most intriguing teams and storylines to watch down the stretch, Joel Embiid and Trae Young's big nights, and whether the Nets' gap season was a complete waste. That, plus Worst of the Week nominees, Counting Crows, expired candy, and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 21, 20201 hr 20 minEp. 128

Beach Steppin' | Peace Out, Timeouts

No Dunks hit the beach to answer your questions! Topics include: Reducing the number of timeouts, banning individual awards, Nash's all-time PG rank, post-ASG matchups we're excited for, Dutch basketball players, watching movies on airplanes, and so much more. Email: NoDunks@TheAthletic.com or tweet: @NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 20, 20201 hr 17 minEp. 127

Best All-Star Game Ever, Beilein Out & Almond Joys

On Thu.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the new All-Star Game format, John Beilein leaving the Cavs as head coach, the Clippers acquiring Reggie Jackson, Kyrie's shoulder injury, and the #FireGarPax movement. That, plus ageism, Malort, strong takes about coconut chocolate, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 20, 202051 minEp. 126

Say What?! | Charcuterie & Sharts

On today's ep. of Say What?!, Tas and JD act out recent conversations had by NBA broadcast teams that may or may not have happened. It's up to Skeets, Trey and Leigh to guess whether the discussions were real or fake. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 17, 202025 minEp. 125

Dunk Contest Recap | Was Aaron Gordon Robbed?

On Sunday morning's ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the controversial 2020 Dunk Contest, the new-look 3-Point Contest, our live show at Schubas Tavern, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 202037 minEp. 124

No Dunks Live! | All-Star Weekend in Chicago

On today's special ep. of No Dunks — recorded live from Schubas Tavern in Chicago, Illinois — the guys make their All-Star Saturday Night predictions, talk Bueller in the Up/Down Report, discuss Leigh’s shootout with Kendall Gill, drink Malort, hit the beach, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 20201 hr 10 minEp. 123

The Drop | Tatum, Rising Stars Predictions, Dunk Mt. Rushmore

On Friday's No Dunks, the guys discuss Tatum's leap, PG's injury, OKC's clutch play, Rising Stars predictions, and who's on our Mount Rushmore of Dunkers. That, plus Worst of the Week, NBA x Valentine's Day puns, true romance, why Zach LaVine is teasing us one, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 202052 minEp. 122

No Chill 'Bron, Booker Replaces Dame, Big East Wins

On Thu.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the Nets and Pacers' big wins, Booker replacing Lillard at All-Star Weekend, and the Lakers' Western Conference championship odds. That, plus Harrison Barnes refuses to shave, Bobby Portis' lame ejection, LeBron's chances of sweeping all three Saturday Night events, whether Vince deserves an All-Star legacy spot, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 202047 minEp. 121

Beach Steppin' | Duos, Dunks & Space

No Dunks hit the beach to answer your questions! Topics include: Why the Clippers are sneaky villains, players we wish competed in the Dunk Contest, our favorite one-time All-Stars, Oladipo's peak, which duo you'd rather build around (Ja & JJJ or Zion & Zo), Jordan drafting All-Star teams, space travel, how to be Australian, and more! Email: NoDunks@TheAthletic.com or tweet: @NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 12, 202057 minEp. 120

Sixers Switch Up, Power Zion, 'Survivor' Picks

On Wed.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the Sixers' decision to move Horford to the bench, Smart's frustration with the Rockets, Zion's first 30-point performance, and which team you'd like to see grab the 8th seed in the West. That, plus players' forgettable first teams, the Knicks latest press release, our 'Survivor: Winners at War' picks, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 12, 202053 minEp. 119

1-on-1 | NBA Dunk Coach Chuck Millan

On today's bonus ep. of No Dunks, Skeets and Trey talk to NBA Dunk Coach Chuck Millan about his one-of-a-kind job, the four 2020 Dunk Contest participants, what makes a good dunker, Vince Carter's 2000 bounce, dunk mulligans, Team Flight Brothers, why you should never put down tape, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 12, 202036 minEp. 118

Reapers of Death, Team USA's List, Embiid's IG

On Tue.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the Raptors' 15-game winning streak, KAT's clueless defense, Dinwiddie's confidence, the Spurs' waning playoff chances, and the Bucks without Giannis. That, plus Team USA's list of 44 finalists for the 2020 Olympics, the Mavs sign MKG, Embiid's cryptic social media posts, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 11, 202048 minEp. 117

And The Winner of the Weekend Goes To ...

On Monday's ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss their NBA weekend winners — Andrew Wiggins, the new-look Wolves, Celtics, Canada basketball, etc. — and losers — the broken instant replay system, Pacers, Lakers, IT. That, plus the upcoming Chicago weather, the Allan Border Medal, 2020 Oscars, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 10, 202056 minEp. 116

The Drop | Deadline Winners, Pocket Rockets, Philly Blame

On Friday's No Dunks, the guys discuss NBA trade deadline winners, who's to blame for the 76ers' disappointing season, why the Rockets' small-ball experiment could work, and the biggest surprise from the 2020 All-Star Draft. That, plus Worst of the Week nominees, 18-year-old livin', flexing in mirrors, downing Guinness, NBA fetishes, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 07, 20201 hr 14 minEp. 115

Trade Deadline Grades

Who won the Wiggins-Russell swap? Does Iggy make the Heat favorites in the East? And why was Drummond traded for a bag of beans? On tonight's No Dunks NBA trade deadline special, the guys grade all of today's big deals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 06, 202051 minEp. 114

Heat Power Moves & Big Scarf Energy

On Thu.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the Heat trading for Andre Iguodala (and possibly Danilo Gallinari), the Kings pivoting hard on Dedmon, and the Sixers acquiring some shooting. That, plus the Knicks hire Leon Rose, the Raptors knit a 12-game win streak, why Jokic is like your dad, moves still to be made, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 06, 202044 minEp. 113

Beach Steppin' | Undervalued & Overvalued Teams

No Dunks hit the beach to answer your questions! Topics include: Overvalued and undervalued teams, superstars and/or veterans we'd like to see win a ring, Giannis vs. Zion, our All-Skin n' Bones Team, Gobert's perimeter defense, Impractical Jokers, deep bombs, and more. Email: NoDunks@TheAthletic.com or tweet: @NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 05, 20201 hr 9 minEp. 112

4-Team Trade, Knicks Fire Mills, Ruining 3-Pt Contest

On Wed.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys grade the NBA's massive four-team trade with the Rockets, Hawks, Wolves, and Nuggets; discuss the Knicks pursuit of Masai Ujiri; and lament the new 3-Point Contest format. That, plus Aaron Gordon's appearance on TNT, Tim Horton's coffee, All-Star Game MVP favorites, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 05, 20201 hr 2 minEp. 111

Assessing Trade Deadline Rumors

On Tue.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the recent NBA trade deadline rumors involving D'Angelo Russell, Clint Capela, Luke Kennard, and others. That, plus the spicy Iggy vs. Grizzlies situation, new 3-Point Contest participants, Ibaka and OG's fashion roast, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 04, 202058 minEp. 110

Bonus WWST? | NBA x Oscars Edition

On today's bonus ep. of Who Wants Some Trivia?, host/scorekeeper JD tests Skeets, Trey, and Leigh's knowledge of NBA-related movie trivia about Academy Award-winning films, famous quotes, Shaq flicks, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 03, 202020 minEp. 109

Let's Get Loud

On Monday's ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss NBA weekend winners — Lillard, LeBron's Kobe speech, small-ball Rockets, Nugs, etc. — and losers — Embiid and the Sixers, Rising Stars snubs, Kyrie's knee, etc. That, plus thoughts on Shakira and J-Lo's Super Bowl halftime show, burnt popcorn, Indiana Jones movies, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 03, 202049 minEp. 108

The Drop | All-Star Snubs & New Game Format

On Friday's No Dunks, the guys discuss the 2020 All-Star reserves, who got snubbed, and whether the new All-Star Game format is a good or bad idea. That, plus Lowry gets shoved, the Knicks and Grizzlies get penalized, AG commits to the Dunk Contest, bad showers, rock climbing, uncooked carrots, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 31, 20201 hr 5 minEp. 107

Beach Steppin' | 'Hall Of Very Good,' Streaks & Ducks

No Dunks hit the beach to answer your questions! Topics include: Nominations for the "Hall of Very Good," Billy Donovan's Coach of the Year chances, our favorite NBA streaks, similarities between Bam and Jokic, small things we enjoy about ball, depressed Wolves fans, fanny packs, and more. Email: NoDunks@TheAthletic.com or tweet: @NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 30, 202058 minEp. 106

Knicks New Low, Oladipo's Return, Mamba Mentality

On Thu.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys debate the Knicks' most embarrassing moment (Morris' comments, Payton, no hot water, etc.), the more impressive win (Spurs or Blazers), and a letter grade for Oladipo's season debut. That, plus teams/players to watch at the deadline, Vanessa Bryant's first public statement, and how we're applying the Mamba mentality to our daily lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 30, 202043 minEp. 105

Shaq Remembers Kobe, Money Middleton & More

On Wed.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss TNT's emotional tribute to Kobe, players changing their numbers out of respect, and why renaming the All-Star Game MVP after KB is perfect. That, plus Khris Middleton's 51-point night, Lowry becoming the Raps' all-time leader in assists, the Celtics' wildcard Gordon Hayward, Oladipo's forthcoming return, Dance Cam Leigh Ellis, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 29, 202053 minEp. 104

Our 2020 All-Star Reserves

On today's bonus ep. of No Dunks, the guys pick and debate their East and West 2020 NBA All-Star Game reserves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 28, 202058 minEp. 103

NBA Mourns Mamba

On Tue.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the NBA postponing tonight's Clippers-Lakers game, LeBron's bond with Kobe, the numerous Mamba tributes, and the petition to change the logo. That, plus the Kings' historic comeback, intentionally missed free throws, Eric Gordon's career-high, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 28, 202037 minEp. 102

1-on-1 | Fred Katz on Kobe, Wizards, Westbrook

The Athletic's lead Wizards writer Fred Katz joins the show to discuss Kobe's passing, the weird mood surrounding Sunday's Wizards-Hawks game, Bradley Beal's All-Star case, John Wall's injury update, Scott Brook's popularity in Japan, Dāvis Bertāns crazy range, covering Westbrook and Steven Adams back in OKC, Fred's real name (!) and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 27, 20201 hr 7 minEp. 101

Remembering Kobe Bryant

The guys share their thoughts on the sudden death of Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 27, 202029 minEp. 100

The Drop | Hey Now, You're An All-Star Starter

On Friday's ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the NBA All-Star Game starters, the biggest snubs, who LeBron will draft first overall, and the new jerseys. That, plus the Clippers' chemistry concerns, Worst of the Week nominees, expensive Knicks tickets, your favorite moments from the past 100 shows, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 24, 20201 hr 5 minEp. 99
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