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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

Debating NBA's Best 25 Under 25, Curry Saves Warriors, Lethbridge Lakers

On Wed.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss Curry storming back to beat the Bucks, Joel Embiid dominating the Celtics, OG Anunoby and Montrezl Harrell's odd ejections, the Hawks realizing their full potential, and ESPN's list of the NBA's best 25 players under the age of 25. That, plus Skeets' idea of putting all 29 U.S. teams in shitty Canadian cities next season, "The Great Pottery Throw Down," whether Schu watches the Bulls, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/...

Apr 07, 202155 minSeason 2Ep. 453

NBA Apr. 7 | What You Need To Know

The Philadelphia 76ers swept the season series from the Boston Celtics, the Aaron Gordon trade could not have worked out more perfectly for the Denver Nuggets, the Atlanta Hawks could not have shot more perfectly vs the New Orleans Pelicans (in one particular quarter), the Los Angeles Lakers’ tussle with the Toronto Raptors was a one-fall match, the Los Angeles Clippers smashed the Portland Trail Blazers, and the number of games are dwindling for the Brooklyn Nets’ “Big 3” to actually play toget...

Apr 07, 20218 min

ESPN Fires Paul Pierce, Kyrie Cooks Knicks & Suns Are Hottest Team In The NBA

On Tue.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss Kyrie Irving cooking the Knicks, if Gary Trent Jr. got away with an offensive foul before his game-winning three-pointer, whether the Suns would beat the Blazers or Mavericks in a first-round series, Zion Williamson's signature sneaker, ESPN deciding to fir Paul Pierce for partying live on Instagram, "Godzilla vs. Kong" reviews, The Athletic's new Knicks podcast called "Shattered," John Cleese's love of the Utah Jazz, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on...

Apr 06, 202159 minSeason 2Ep. 452

NBA Apr. 6 | What You Need To Know

Kyrie Irving drops 40, Karl-Anthony Towns finally has reason to smile, Gary Trent Jr. hits a game-winner (and that trade looks incredible for the Raptors), the Mavs are coming, and a crazy comparison between Darius Garland, Collin Sexton, and Kevin Porter Jr. to Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook and James Harden. Article alert: Gary Trent Jr. helps his friend learn to walk again— https://bit.ly/31SdEvn Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to The Athletic: ...

Apr 06, 20219 min

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | Can Bucks Win Title With Giannis, Middleton & Jrue?

On Mon.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the Bucks signing Jrue Holiday to a four-year, $160 million extension and whether Giannis, Middleton and Jrue are enough to win a title. That, plus some NBA weekend winners (Celtics, Embiid's return, AG's revenge, Rondo) and losers (blowouts galore, Hornets losing Gordon Hayward, Lakers), thoughts about the new "Space Jam" trailer, wearing socks and sandals, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to The...

Apr 05, 202158 minSeason 2Ep. 451

Five Questions For Rest Of NBA Season

A look at the NBA landscape: Are the Charlotte Hornets playoff chances done? Will Joel Embiid’s body hold up? Will Jrue Holiday, and his new contract, be what the postseason Bucks need? Plus, Rajon Rondo as a closer for the Clippers, the East’s best chance outside the “Big 3”, and Kemba Walker’s smile. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to The Athletic: http://www.theathletic.com/nodunks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Apr 05, 202110 min

The Drop | Grade It: Aldridge's Nets Debut, Jokic's MVP Chances, Hawks' Upset Potential

On Fri.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys grade Nikola Jokic's chances of winning MVP, LaMarcus Aldridge's Brooklyn Nets debut, the Miami Heat's likelihood of going back to the NBA Finals, and the Atlanta Hawks' first-round upset potential. That, plus Worst of the Week nominees (Marcus Smart, the continuation call, KD vs. Rapaport), Five-Star Friday, holiday puns, trades we'd like back, disco ball lights, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to The A...

Apr 02, 20211 hr 28 minSeason 2Ep. 450

NBA Apr. 2 | What You Need To Know

Nikola Jokic’s stats are falling since the acquisition of Aaron Gordon but that only helps his MVP chances, Trae Young is also deferring and his team is winning more, LaMarcus Aldridge has a very successful debut as the Nets starting center, Victor Oladipo has a less successful debut for the Miami Heat, some Toronto Blue Jays love, motivational posters, and a Boyz II Men shout out. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month: http:/...

Apr 02, 202110 min

Drummond's Lakers Debut, Playoff Races To Watch & Anthony Edwards' March

On Thu.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss Drummond's Lakers' debut, the most impressive wins and highlights from last night, Anthony Edwards' March (to stardom), playoff seeding races to watch, Redick's displeasure with the Pelicans' front office, Zion x SLAM NFTs, the problem with Tobi and Bobi's new Goldfish commercial, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month: http://www.theathletic.com/nodunks Subscribe to The Ath...

Apr 01, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 2Ep. 449

NBA Apr. 1 | What You Need To Know

Kristaps Porzingis demonstrates why the Mavericks could be a threat, Giannis Antetokounmpo has what he calls his favorite NBA moment, Andre Drummond sustains a unique injury in his Lakers debut, Anthony Edwards may have revealed too much in a postgame interview, how the Brooklyn Nets are like the recent Golden State Warriors, the Raptors may finally be broken, and the rest of a 10-game night in the NBA. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to The Athleti...

Apr 01, 202110 min

Beach Steppin' | Redick Criticizes Pelicans, Positive Buyout Acquisitions & Garbage Cans

No Dunks hit the beach to answer your questions and comments! Topics include: J.J. Redick criticizing how the Pelicans' front office handled his trade to the Mavs, Norman Powell's touching goodbye essay to the Raptors, recent examples of buyout acquisitions making an impact, whether a Louisianian should cheer for Zion or Luka, Leigh's Metro Media Jam jersey, youth lacrosse, Skeets' garbage can, weird clothing items we're attached to, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtub...

Mar 31, 20211 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 448

Why Jokic's MVP Rests In Jamal Murray & Michael Porter Jr.'s Hands

On Wed.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss why Jokic's MVP rests in Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr.'s hands, whether the Celtics wish they had Terry Rozier over Kemba Walker, the Suns sneaky trade for Torrey Craig, the Utah Jazz's plane striking a flock of birds, forgettable NBA All-Stars like Josh Howard, Chris Kaman and Mehmet Okur, obscure NBA plays we'll never forget, F1 racing, What's App group chats, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscr...

Mar 31, 202155 minSeason 2Ep. 447

NBA Mar. 31 | What You Need To Know

The Clippers crunch time offense goes stagnant, the Magic get a win (which is not what they want), Dennis Schröder turns down $80 million from the Lakers, the Hornets appear to be a playoff lock, Michael Porter Jr. stays steady, Russell Westbrook tries to take Bismack Biyombo’s head off, Dwight Howard does the same to Aaron Gordon, and the Atlanta Hawks chalk up another moral victory. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month: htt...

Mar 31, 20218 min

Westbrook Applesauce, Curry's Return, Hot Teams In Kings, Clips & Jazz

On Tue.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss Westbrook's historic triple-double, Mitchell Robinson's season-ending foot injury, Curry cookin' the MVP meal, Zion bullying the Celtics, strong winning streaks for the Kings, Clippers, and Jazz, small-market concerns about the buyout market, the NBA Draft to be held during the Olympics, new 'Space Jam: A New Legacy' posters, Road Runner vs. Speedy, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to The Athletic...

Mar 30, 202154 minSeason 2Ep. 446

NBA Mar. 30 | What You Need To Know

Russell Westbrook produces a historic triple-double, LaMarcus Aldridge could be a starter for the Brooklyn Nets, likely taking DeAndre Jordan’s spot, Karl-Anthony Towns’ strange night, the Toronto Raptors running out of time, Steph Curry’s return from injury, Serge Ibaka’s fashion, Ty Lue’s Clippers “problem”, and interesting comments from Rockets GM Rafael Stone on Victor Oladipo’s fit with the team. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to The Athletic:...

Mar 30, 20218 min

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | AG's Nuggets Debut, Point Zion, Big Buyout Boys

On Mon.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss which buyout addition will make the biggest impact: LaMarcus Aldridge on the Nets, Andre Drummond on the Lakers, or Gorgui Dieng on the Spurs. Then they share some NBA weekend winners — Aaron Gordon's Nuggets debut, point Zion Williamson, De'Aaron Fox and the Kings, etc. — and losers — Vucevic's Bulls debut, the Heat's six-game losing streak, P.J. Washington, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to Th...

Mar 29, 20211 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 445

NBA Mar. 29 | What You Need To Know

Will LaMarcus Aldridge and Andre Drummond help the Nets and Lakers respectively? Can Aaron Gordon change his ways to become a complementary player in Denver? Norm Powell’s gaffe, Zion Williamson becoming a closer, CJ McCollum taking over from Damian Lillard, and Al Horford sitting for the rest of the season. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to The Athletic: http://www.theathletic.com/nodunks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

Mar 29, 202111 min

The Drop | NBA Trade Deadline Winners & Losers

On Fri.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys debate the biggest winners and losers of the NBA trade deadline. Does Aaron Gordon make the Nuggets title contenders? How will Oladipo fit with the Heat? Which big market franchise took the better approach yesterday: The Bulls for acquiring Vucevic or the Knicks for basically standing pat? What are the Celtics doing? And will the Lakers regret not including Horton-Tucker in a deal to get Kyle Lowry? That, plus Worst of the Week nominees, the old TBJ studio, ga...

Mar 26, 20211 hr 31 minSeason 2Ep. 444

NBA Mar. 26 | What You Need To Know

Grading the non-deals at the deadline! The New Orleans Pelicans get a ‘C’ for holding on to Lonzo Ball, the Toronto Raptors get a ‘B+’ for keeping Kyle Lowry, and the Atlanta Hawks get an ‘A’ for retaining John Collins. Tas Melas grades the moves that didn’t happen at the NBA Trade Deadline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 26, 20217 min

NBA Trade Deadline Recap | Lowry Stays, Oladipo to Heat, Vuc to Bulls, AG to Nuggets & More!

On Thursday's No Dunks podcast, the guys breakdown and grade ALL of the NBA trade deadline deals. Will the Heat, 76ers, or Lakers regret striking out on landing Kyle Lowry? Was Oladipo a nice backup plan for Miami? Did the Magic get enough in return for Vucevic, Fournier, and Aaron Gordon? Are the Bulls back now that they have two All-Stars? How much of an upgrade is Norman Powell over Gary Trent Jr. for the Blazers? What does Leigh think of Playoff Rondo helping the Clippers' title run? That, p...

Mar 25, 20211 hr 12 minSeason 2Ep. 443

NBA Mar. 25 | What You Need To Know

Should the Knicks be acquiring vets like Andre Drummond and Victor Oladipo? Kyle Lowry plays the perfect final game if it was his last with the Raptors, the NBA produces its first all-female game broadcast, the Detroit Pistons send Delon Wright to the Sacramento Kings for Cory Joseph + picks, Evan Fournier hits a game-winner in what could be his final game with the Magic, Caris LeVert bangs home a game-winner for the Pacers, and a wrap-up of the rest of Wednesday night’s NBA action. Subscribe to...

Mar 25, 202110 min

NBA Trade Rumors Roundup | Latest On Oladipo, Fournier, Lowry

On Wed.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the latest NBA Trade Deadline buzz. Should the Knicks trade a first-round pick for Oladipo? Can the Nuggets put together a package to get Aaron Gordon and Fournier? Will tonight be Lowry's final game in a Raptors uniform? And which young player could use a change of scenery? That, plus Harden's MVP run, Nic Claxton helping the Nets' defense, CP3's impact in Phoenix, why you're not beating Brian Scalabrine in a game of 1-on-1, and more. Subscribe to No ...

Mar 24, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 442

NBA Mar. 24 | What You Need To Know

Will the Knicks be buyers at the trade deadline? Has John Collins taken himself off the market? Is Orlando's Aaron Gordon hurting his trade value? Do the Lakers make a move considering LeBron James and Anthony Davis are out? Zion Williamson passes LeBron's youthful achievement, Evan Fournier isn't "playing", the Brooklyn Nets aren't fair, Kendrick Nunn could be playing himself into a trade, and Steph Curry's unique injury. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subs...

Mar 24, 20219 min

Beach Steppin' | Is Anthony Edwards More Exciting Than Zion?

No Dunks hit the beach to answer your questions and comments! Topics include: LaMelo's injury update, who says no to a hypothetical Kemba Walker for Dennis Schroeder/Kyle Kuzma trade, whether Anthony Edwards is a more exciting player than Zion Williamson, the Raptors' postseason streak in jeopardy, sunflower seeds, NHL '94 on the Sega Genesis, Leigh's leaky roof, Tim Horton's moving their annual "Roll Up The Rim" promotion to their mobile app, and more. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://...

Mar 23, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 2Ep. 441

Aaron Gordon/Marcus Smart Trade Rumors, Raptors Hit Rock Bottom, Ja & JV

On Tue.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the Celtics emerging as front-runners in the Aaron Gordon sweepstakes, whether it'd be wise for Ainge to give up Smart and multiple first-round picks, and the possibility of Orlando moving Fournier in a separate deal. That, plus realistic trades we'd like to see — DeRozan to the Celtics? Vucevic to the Bulls? — why the Raptors hitting rock bottom might be a blessing in disguise, Morant's similarities to young Penny and Derrick Rose, the passing of Lake...

Mar 23, 202156 minSeason 2Ep. 440

NBA Mar. 23 | What You Need To Know

Kyle Lowry needs to be traded while he’s on the golf course Tuesday, the Aaron Gordon and Evan Fournier to the Celtics for Marcus Smart plus picks rumor becomes more real, the Houston Rockets’ losing streak ends at 20 games, the Atlanta Hawks winning streak ends at eight games, the Charlotte Hornets’ life post-LaMelo Ball’s injury starts well, the OKC Thunder have so many parts (and dance moves) to be excited about, Ja Morant is sensational, the passing of legend Elgin Baylor, plus Lowry gets a ...

Mar 23, 20219 min

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | LeBron's High Ankle Sprain & Can LaMelo Still Win ROY?

On Mon.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss LeBron's high ankle sprain, whether it was a dirty or reckless play by Solomon Hill, and how far the Lakers could fall in the standings? Then they share some NBA weekend winners — Blake Griffin's Nets debut, P.J. Tucker's Bucks debut, Chris Paul's 10,000th assist, Keldon Johnson's BIG BEEF, etc. — and losers — LaMelo Ball's Rookie of the Year chances after fracturing his wrist, the Raptors' 8-game losing streak, the Heat's M.I.A. three-point shooting, ...

Mar 22, 20211 hr 13 minSeason 2Ep. 439

NBA Mar. 22 | What You Need To Know

LaMelo Ball is out for the season, the Lakers will survive without LeBron James, Blake Griffin buying into the Brooklyn Nets, Caris LeVert starting to look like himself, the Miami Heat want Kyle Lowry, the Boston Celtics want Aaron Gordon, Lonzo Ball is in trade rumors, and despite the Rockets losing 20 straight games, there are wins on the horizon. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month: http://www.theathletic.com/nodunks Subs...

Mar 22, 202110 min

2021 NBA Trade Deadline Primer | Questions, Trades & Predictions

On Sunday's bonus No Dunks podcast, Skeets hits you with a 2021 NBA trade deadline primer. Will there be any blockbuster deals? Aaron Gordon, John Collins, Kyle Lowry, Lonzo Ball — who will be the best player traded this week? Will the Celtics use their giant trade exception? Which title contender is most likely to make a move? All that, plus buyout candidates, buyers vs. sellers, and trade deadline predictions involving the Magic, Pistons, and Blazers. Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://...

Mar 22, 202132 minSeason 2Ep. 438

The Drop | LeBron's Case For MVP, NBA March Madness & Cinderella Teams

On Fri.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys debate whether LeBron James should be this year's MVP, how many he should have won throughout his career, and special performances from Julius Randle, Russell Westbrook, and Anthony Edwards. That, plus NBA "Cinderella" playoff contenders, Worst of the Week nominees — including the NCAA — No Dunks NFT moments, cocktails, and more! 📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NoDunksInc​​​​ 📈 🗞 Subscribe to The Athletic: http://www.theathletic....

Mar 19, 20211 hr 16 minSeason 2Ep. 437
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