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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

Haliburton's ROY Case, Zion's Oop, Adding An Offensive Player of the Year Award

On Thu.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss whether we can get excited about the Sacramento Kings yet, Tyrese Haliburton foul highlights and his Rookie of the Year case vs. LaMelo Ball, Jared Dudley's book dissing the Clippers' Paul George, Zion Williamson's giant oop, whether we need to start worrying about the 7-14 Miami Heat, Leigh's CD-ROM collection, adding an Offensive Player of the Year award, a wild Bradley Beal-Hornets trade, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtu...

Feb 04, 20211 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 404

NBA Feb. 4 | What You Need To Know

The Kings are ready to break some hearts! De’Aaron Fox and Tyrese Haliburton impress in a win over the Celtics, Zion Williamson has his best game of the season, Joel Embiid continues his MVP campaign, LaMelo Ball has a little brother moment, Bradley Beal passes Michael Jordan for a modern-day record, the Bucks continue to make their offseason restructuring look fruitful, the Knicks are ready for their rematch with the Bulls, Kristaps Porzingis has a game for the Mavericks, and encouraging COVID-...

Feb 04, 20219 min

Beach Steppin' | Underrated Free Agent Signings, Flashy LaMelo & Worst Teams In The League

No Dunks hit the beach to answer your questions and comments! Topics include: Underrated free agent signings (Nic Batum, Christian Wood, etc.), the worst teams in the league (Pistons, Wolves, Wizards), whether LaMelo Ball is a flashier passer than Jason "White Chocolate" Williams (or Nikola Jokic), seemingly unrelated things we can't help but associate together, our dwindling chances of ever playing in the Celebrity All-Star Game, foot-long subs, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https...

Feb 03, 20211 hr 19 minSeason 2Ep. 403

VanVleet's Historic Performance, Nets Confidence & Is PG-13 Disrespected?

On Wed.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the Raptors' Fred VanVleet scoring 54 points to set a franchise record, the entertaining Clippers-Nets game, Coach Nash's decision to foul up 3, whether Paul George is disrespected by officials, free-throw perfection, Leigh trying to trade Bradley Beal to the Chicago Bulls for Otto Porter Jr., a young player (Coby White, Lauri Markknen, etc.) and a boatload of first-round picks, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunk...

Feb 03, 202158 minSeason 2Ep. 402

NBA Feb. 3 | What You Need To Know

The Nets are for real! The day’s NBA news including Kyrie Irving’s 39 leading Brooklyn over the LA Clippers in the game of the year, how the Nets looked like Kevin Durant’s Warriors, the way James Harden can help his team defensively, how the basketball world underestimates Kyrie’s 3-point shooting, Fred VanVleet dropping 54 points to set the record for the most points ever by an undrafted player and the Raptors franchise record, Steph Curry’s Warriors suffering another injury, NBA Players of th...

Feb 03, 202110 min

LeBron vs. 'Courtside Karen' & Picking Participants For Dunk & 3-Point Contests

On Tue.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss "Courtside Karen" and "Ol' Steroid Ass" getting tossed for heckling with LeBron James in Atlanta, De'Aaron Fox's chances of making the All-Star Game, our dream participants for the Dunk Contest and Three-Point Contest, whether the Raptors would trade Pascal Siakam for Bradley Beal, Kendrick Perkins' comments about James Harden's play in the 2012 NBA Finals, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. ...

Feb 02, 20211 hr 14 minSeason 2Ep. 401

NBA Feb. 2 | What You Need To Know

The day’s NBA news including LeBron James getting in to it with two Atlanta Hawks fans, Devin Booker keeping his status as one of the league’s most clutch scorers, the Mavericks losing a heartbreaker and their sixth straight, Malik Monk stealing both LaMelo Ball and Jimmy Butler’s shine, the Kings De’Aaron Fox decimating Zion Williamson and the Pelicans single-handedly in the 4th quarter, why the Grizzlies Taylor Jenkins should be Coach of the Year and the Rockets Christian Wood should be an All...

Feb 02, 202110 min

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | Jokic, Lillard & Kawhi Ignite MVP Race

On Mon.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss their NBA weekend winners — Jokic, Lillard, and Kawhi igniting the MVP race, the Heat's Jimmy Butler's return, Leigh working the trade machine to move Beal — and losers — the Bucks gettin' Big Baller branded, the Mavs' slide, and poor Rodney McGruder for getting buried by Klay Thompson and the Warriors. All that, plus Lowry-AG beef, Quickley meets Sweet Lou, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast....

Feb 01, 20211 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 400

NBA Feb. 1 | What You Need To Know

The big man is back! The day’s NBA news including the Nuggets Nikola Jokic tying his career-high of 47 points— stopping the Utah Jazz’ win streak at 11 games, the Nets and Wizards combining for 295 points as Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and Bradley Beal did their thing, #1 pick Anthony Edwards starting and producing for the Minnesota Timberwolves, the LA Clippers jumping in to the West’s first spot, Doc Rivers throwing a curveball at the Pacers, Iman Shumpert joining the Nets, and JJ Redick ...

Feb 01, 20219 min

The Drop | Selecting The 10 NBA All-Star Starters

On Fri.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys debate the NBA All-Star Game starters, their toughest omissions, and which underrated players deserve some All-Star consideration when it comes to the reserve picks. That, plus Wall-Oladipo-Wood impress, why the Pistons are not the worst team in the league, Worst of the Week nominees (Wizards, Jamal Murray's nut-punch, LeBron for pushing Embiid), JD's parenting, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. See...

Jan 29, 20211 hr 30 minSeason 2Ep. 399

NBA Jan. 29 | What You Need To Know

The day’s NBA news includes the Rockets John Wall, DeMarcus Cousins, and Victor Oladipo being easy to cheer for but how Houston isn’t using its best player enough, the Lakers losing their second straight game, whether the Warriors would ever think about taking a step back with their roster, keeping positive about the Miami Heat despite a 5-game losing streak, Tyler Herro’s neck tape, Blake Griffin’s laughter, and Wayne Ellington’s extremely hot shooting. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.you...

Jan 29, 202111 min

Potential Trade Packages For Bradley Beal and Aaron Gordon

On Thu.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss whether the Miami Heat would give up Tyler Herro in a trade package for the Wizards' Bradley Beal, what it would take for the Dallas Mavericks to acquire Aaron Gordon from the Orlando Magic, if LeBron James deserved to be ejected for his foul on Joel Embiid, Tobias Harris steppin' up for the Philadelphia Sixers, the Thunder and Cavs' surprising starts, BIG BEEF Vol. 6, Giannis getting old and weird, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://w...

Jan 28, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 2Ep. 398

NBA Jan. 28 | What You Need To Know

The day’s NBA news wraps up a 12-game night including LeBron James and Joel Embiid getting physical in a potential Finals preview, the Miami Heat receiving some good Jimmy Butler news despite not finding their Finals flow, the Utah Jazz winning their 10th straight game, the Warriors James Wiseman looking wise beyond his years, why James Harden, Kevin Durant, and the Brooklyn Nets are looking forward to the next two weeks, the Wizards losing despite Bradley Beal’s 47 points, why Pistons head coac...

Jan 28, 202111 min

Beach Steppin' | Why A Pre-Recorded Dunk Contest Is A Great Idea

No Dunks hit the beach to answer your questions and comments! Topics include: Pitching the idea of a pre-recorded NBA Dunk Contest, whether a fan should be more excited about the Oklahoma City Thunder or Charlotte Hornets, why we don't talk about your favorite team enough, catchphrases and nicknames we'd like to see catch on, Tas' excellent penmanship, JD's cream rinse, and more nonsense. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...

Jan 27, 20211 hr 11 minSeason 2Ep. 397

Wall vs. Westbrook, Lamar Hurd Talks Blazers & RIP Sekou Smith

On Wed.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys pay tribute to longtime NBA reporter and analyst Sekou Smith before discussing the John Wall vs. Russell Westbrook matchup, whether the Wizards should trade Bradley Beal, Clint Capela sniffin' roast beef, the Utah Jazz pairing offense with defense, and juicy NBA rumors involving the Pelicans' Lonzo Ball and J.J. Redick, the Warriors' Kelly Oubre Jr., and the Pistons' Derrick Rose. That, plus Blazers TV analyst Lamar Hurd joins the pod to talk about Portland's ...

Jan 27, 20211 hr 18 minSeason 2Ep. 396

NBA Jan. 27 | What You Need To Know

The day’s NBA news including the passing of Sekou Smith, John Wall’s very successful revenge on the Wizards, some optimism for Russell Westbrook and Bradley Beal, the Knicks Austin Rivers trying to single-handedly extinguish the Jazz 8-game streak, how coach Quin Snyder got Utah its 9th straight win, the Hawks Trae Young getting back to his old self, trade rumors involving Derrick Rose, Lonzo Ball, and JJ Redick, and positive news for Caris LeVert after a mass was found on his kidney during his ...

Jan 27, 202111 min

LeBron Finds Motivation & Is 2021 All-Star Game A Good Idea?

On Tue.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss LeBron James scoring 46 points thanks to some motivation from a Cavs executive, whether having a 2021 All-Star Game in Atlanta is a good idea, James Harden saving himself for the fourth quarter, Jamal Murray's ejection, Andrew Wiggins helping the Warriors defensively, Cole Anthony's ROY opening, Embiid vs. Jokic, leaky roofs, vegan roast beef, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Jan 26, 202158 minSeason 2Ep. 395

NBA Jan. 26 | What You Need To Know

The day’s NBA news including LeBron’s courtside motivation on his incredible 46-point night, how Joel Embiid helped his MVP case by not playing vs Detroit, James Harden leading the NBA in assists (again), an idea for the Nets’ big man issues, Damian Lillard’s absolutely savage shoe release, two female NBA officials making history, why the Mavericks season has been uneven, Jayson Tatum returning for the Celtics, Jaylen Brown locked in to his first All-Star appearance, and, there might actually be...

Jan 26, 20219 min

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | When Will Steph Pass Ray On NBA's All-Time 3PM List?

On Mon.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss their NBA weekend winners — Steph Curry passing Reggie Miller on the NBA's all-time 3-pointers made list, the Raptors' late-game defense, Ben Simmons, Jaylen Brown, the overtime Nuggets — and losers — the Pelicans, Magic, Wizards, and Shaq's ego. All that, plus Jokic's BIG BEEF Vol. 4, three more wedgies, thoughts on "Godzilla vs. Kong," our favorite trees, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. ...

Jan 25, 20211 hr 13 minSeason 2Ep. 394

NBA Jan. 25 | What You Need To Know

The day’s NBA news including the Warriors Steph Curry nearing a historic milestone, the Hornets Gordon Hayward’s game-winner over the Magic, the Washington Wizards actually playing basketball, the Raptors getting a great team performance without their stars, Damian Lillard’s special few days on and off the court, and the Miami Heat implementing a one of a kind arena entry requirement. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/nodunksinc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

Jan 25, 20217 min

The Drop | Top 3 Candidates For Every NBA Award

On Fri.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys debate the Top 3 candidates for each NBA award: MVP, Most Improved Player, Sixth Man of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and Coach of the Year. That, plus LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers exploit the Milwaukee Bucks' defensive gameplan, Draymond Green's odd ejection, that embarrassing Shaq-Donovan Mitchell postgame interview, "Frozen" fashion, NERF blasters, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/N...

Jan 22, 20211 hr 43 minSeason 2Ep. 393

NBA Jan. 22 | What You Need To Know

The day’s NBA news including Donovan Mitchell leading the Utah Jazz to a 7th straight win, his polarizing postgame interview with TNT’s Shaquille O’Neal, how Tom Thibodeau is getting the most out of Julius Randle, RJ Barrett, and the Knicks, Thibs getting in to it with Draymond Green, Draymond’s ejection, LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Lakers staying on top, why the Bucks look like last season’s team, and a trade between the Cavaliers and Rockets involving Kevin Porter Jr. Subscribe to our...

Jan 22, 202112 min

Sexton Bombs, Shaq Embiid, Cole World

On Thu.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss last night's awesome NBA action: Collin Sexton scoring 42 points to ruin the Nets' Durant-Harden-Kyrie debut, why Marcus Smart can never accuse Joel Embiid of flopping or flailing, Cole Anthony's game-winning three, Clint Capela feasting on roast beef, whether the Wizards will ever play again, the league's plans to enforce rules forbidding hugs and handshakes with midcourt security, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/No...

Jan 21, 202152 minSeason 2Ep. 392

NBA Jan. 21 | What You Need To Know

The day’s NBA news including Collin Sexton ruining the Nets’ Big 3 debut, an MVP-like game from Joel Embiid, the best Warriors performance of the season in a tribute to Oakland, Cole Anthony’s game-winner, Trae Young silencing the haters (for one night), Deandre Ayton showing his skills on a national stage, the “boring” Clippers, and the league solving Chris Boucher. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/nodunksinc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 21, 20219 min

1-on-1 | Australian Hoops Legend Shane Heal

On a special ep. of No Dunks, Leigh talks to Australian basketball legend Shane "The Hammer" Heal. They talk about Heal's time in the NBA with the Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs, Australia's near misses at the Olympic Games, the greatest shooter ever, and when he hopes to see his daughter in the WNBA. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 21, 202146 minSeason 2Ep. 391

Beach Steppin' | Jock Jams, Dog Tank & A 'Friends' Reunion

No Dunks hit the beach to answer your questions and comments! Topics include: the best center Kevin Durant's ever played with, our favorite basketball songs, why you should never wear Iverson IVs to the U.S. Open, bad trade vibes, an upcoming 'Friends' reunion, puppy business cards, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 20, 20211 hr 10 minSeason 2Ep. 390

Early-Season Surprises, Disappointments & Best Plays

On Wed.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the NBA's early-season surprises (Grizzlies, Cavaliers, Spurs), disappointments (Kings, Hawks, Pelicans), and best plays (Steph Curry's 62, LeBron's no-look 3, Facundo Campazzo's dime). That, plus prediction mulligans, Jokic's buzz cut, the Utah Jazz's six-game winning streak, a throwback LeBron tweet for Inauguration Day, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Jan 20, 20211 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 389

NBA Jan. 20 | What You Need To Know

The day’s NBA news including the hottest team in the NBA, the Utah Jazz, 6th Man of the Year favorite, Jordan Clarkson, Zion Williamson getting wherever he wants, the Pelicans’ shooting woes, Nikola Jokic’s shot at setting an assist record, Facundo Campazzo’s passing brilliance, and Tas Melas picks a presidential cabinet from NBA players. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/nodunksinc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 20, 20219 min

Are The Nets East Favorites & Is Giannis Criticism Warranted?

On Tue.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss KD and Harden's on-court chemistry, whether the Giannis slander is warranted, the Warriors rallying from 14 down to beat the Lakers, Ja Morant's leadership, if the Bulls should look to trade Zach LaVine while he's cooking, Jerami Grant's Most Improved Player case, doinks vs. wedgies, Kevin Porter Jr.'s outburst, McCollum's foot injury, dog vision, "WandaVision," Leigh's player ranking system, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.yout...

Jan 19, 20211 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 388

NBA Jan. 19 | What You Need To Know

The day’s NBA news including Steph Curry’s incredible shot over Anthony Davis, James Harden, Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets remaining undefeated together, Ja Morant closing out the Phoenix Suns, Victor Oladipo’s Rockets debut, an odd night for Luka Doncic, what happens when you anger Kyle Lowry, and a tough injury prognosis for the Blazers CJ McCollum who was having a career year. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

Jan 19, 20219 min
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