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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

KD Climbs NBA's All-Time Scoring List, Holmgren's A+ Rookie Season & The Perfect Bracket

On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Kevin Durant moving past Shaq for No. 8 on the NBA's all-time scoring list, whether Chet Holmgren would have won Rookie of the Year LAST season, Terry Rozier finding his groove with the Heat, and the Pistons shutting down rookie Ausar Thompson for the rest of the season. That, plus we fill out the perfect 2024 NCAA Men's Bracket. -- 🏀 Join the official No Dunks March Madness bracket: https://bit.ly/3Tr4ErI 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor recap podcast: https://www.yo...

Mar 21, 20241 hr 9 minSeason 5Ep. 1136

Nuggets Edge Wolves For No. 2 Seed, Zion Soars & All Most-Improved Teams

On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Nuggets defeating the short-handed Timberwolves, Jalen Green's awesome March, Luka's poor shooting night, Zion's Monstars slam, and the Magic clinching at least a play-in spot. That, plus why the NBA infusing betting into live games on League Pass is a slippery slope, TK's All-Most Improved Teams, and OG Anunoby's elbow setback. -- 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor recap podcast: https://www.youtube.com/nobuffs 👀 Join our Playback room for League Pass fun: https://...

Mar 20, 202459 minSeason 5Ep. 1135

Two 'Dunk of the Year' Contenders, Race For West No. 1 Seed & LeBron's New Podcast

On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys debate the Dunk of the Night (Anthony Edwards or Jalen Johnson), who will win the West No. 1 seed (Thunder, Wolves or Nuggets), last night's more impressive win (Cavs or Sixers), and the wilder stat (Sabonis' 50 straight double-doubles or D-Lo tying the Lakers' single-season record for 3-pointers made). That, plus LeBron and Redick team up for a new basketball-centric podcast, DeAndre Ayton's air mattress, Wizards rookie Bilal Coulibaly's fractured wrist, the Cavs si...

Mar 19, 202449 minSeason 5Ep. 1134

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | Kyrie's Lefty Hook Shot, Dangerous Pels & All-Time Jersey Swap

On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys share their NBA weekend winners and losers. Winners include: Kyrie Irving's incredible game-winner, 'Short Kings' Jalen Brunson and Isaiah Thomas, point guard Zion Williamson, Gradey Dick and Anthony Black's hilarious jersey swap, and more. Losers include: AD's eye injury (and that insufferable Warriors-Lakers ending), the Clippers' energy, and the Nets' Play-In chances. All that, plus Amin Elhassan's funky shot. Wow! -- -- 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor recap podcast: https...

Mar 18, 202454 minSeason 5Ep. 1133

The Drop | Celtics Clinch Playoff Spot, Jalen Green Is A Human Highlight Reel & West Play-In Race

On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Boston Celtics already clinching a playoff spot, Daniel Gafford's consecutive made field goals streak coming to an end, Jalen Green embarrassing Jared Butler, Jalen Brunson cooking the Blazers, and which team in the Western Conference's Play-In Tournament mix could go on a deep postseason run. That, plus Worst of the Week nominees, the best nut, creative jerseys/banners we'd like to see, 'Schu Oughta Know,' and more. -- -- 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor recap pod...

Mar 15, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 5Ep. 1132

DeMar DeRozan Is Clutch & Other NBA Awards Predictions

On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss DeRozan and the Bulls dominating in the clutch, Donovan Mitchell returning to the Cavs, the Nuggets taking sole possession of first place in the West, why Sabonis owns AD, and Daniel Gafford staring down Wilt for the best run of consecutive made baskets in NBA history. That, plus NBA awards favorites, Tatum's new children's book, and more. -- -- 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor recap podcast: https://www.youtube.com/nobuffs 👀 Join our Playback room for League Pass fun...

Mar 14, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 5Ep. 1131

West's Crazy Push For No. 1 Seed, The OG Knicks & Magic Extend Mosley's Contract

On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Anthony Edwards carrying the Wolves, Kawhi Leonard's back spasms, the Pacers' defense on SGA, the Kings snapping a 15-game skid against the Bucks, OG Anunoby returning to the Knicks, and Magic coach Jamahl Mosley signing a four-year contract extension. That, plus we hit the beach to answer your questions about NBA player tier comparisons, major injuries, why nearly every team will expect to win a first-round playoff series, our all-time favorite lowlights, an...

Mar 13, 202457 minSeason 5Ep. 1130

Kevin Durant Is Cookin', TJD Thrunks On Wemby & Kobe's Statue Needs A Copy Editor

On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Suns starting their four-game road trip with a win, Donovan Mitchell squeezed from All-NBA consideration, the Nuggets flipping the switch, Trayce Jackson-Davis' poster on Wemby, and Daniel Gafford extending his run of consecutive made shots. That, plus an update on Alperen Sengun's injuries, Otto Porter Jr. announces his retirement, weird errors found on Kobe Bryant's statue, and more. -- -- 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor recap podcast: https://www.youtube.com/no...

Mar 12, 202448 minSeason 5Ep. 1129

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | SGA Is Mr. Consistent, AD's Historic Night & Rudy Gobert Fined $100K

On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys share their NBA weekend winners and losers. Winners include: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's consistency, the Pelicans, Eastern Conference standings, the Lakers, and more. Losers include: Alperen Şengün and Bennedict Mathurin's injuries, Rudy Gobert getting fined $100K, and Jamal Murray watching a UFC card during his postgame press conference. All that, plus Myles Turner's customized LEGO jean jacket. -- 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor recap podcast: https://www.youtube.com/nobuffs...

Mar 11, 202456 minSeason 5Ep. 1128

1-on-1 with 'Different Dude' Rod Benson

On a bonus episode of No Dunks, Skeets goes 1-on-1 with Rod Benson, a professional basketball player turned fine artist, writer, and improv comedian. The two have a wide-ranging conversation about his new book, 'Different Dude,' including the pros and cons of playing ball in Korea, relationships, whether blogging for Yahoo! Sports prevented him from making an NBA roster, and more. -- 🔗 Check out Rod Benson's new book: https://differentdude.com/ 👀 Join our Playback room for League Pass fun: htt...

Mar 09, 202445 minSeason 5Ep. 1127

The Drop | Handing Out NBA Oscars For Best Game, Performance & Highlight!

On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys hand out NBA Oscars for last night's Best Picture (Celtics-Nuggets?), Best Actor (Luka?), Best Supporting Actor (Grayson Allen?), Best Live Action Short Film (Anthony Edwards' game-saving block?), and Best Costume Design (Bulls?). That, plus Chet Holmgren's black eye, Jordan Nwora still looking for Brandon Ingram, Ben Simmons's weird career, Five-Star Friday reviews, fender benders, and more. -- 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor 46 recap podcast: https://www.youtube.com/nobuffs...

Mar 08, 20241 hr 8 minSeason 5Ep. 1126

Warriors Sink Bucks, Fox Cooks Lakers & KAT Out Indefinitely With Torn Meniscus

On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Karl-Anthony Towns out indefinitely with a torn meniscus in his left knee, Trayce Jackson-Davis' solid defense on Giannis, Steph's golf celebration, De'Aaron Fox torching Austin Reaves, the Bulls-Jazz shoving match, and Jordan Poole contemplating shooting while he was on the floor. That, plus the NBA Abu Dhabi Games, Patty Mills joining the Heat, Candace Parker's all-time starting 5, whether Clyde Drexler is deserving of a Blazers statue, Harden's McDonald's ...

Mar 07, 20241 hr 1 minSeason 5Ep. 1125

The Dean Wade Game, East Standings Shakeup & What's Wrong With The Mavs?

On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Dean Wade ending the Celtics' 11-game win streak, the East standings moshpit, what's wrong with the Mavericks, KD erupting in OT, Sengun vs. Wemby, and Zion saying he'll do the Dunk Contest if he's voted an All-Star. That, plus a deep dive into The Athletic's NBA Player Poll to debate the best hooper in the league, rule changes we'd like to see, officiating, and more. -- 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor 46 recap podcast: https://www.youtube.com/nobuffs 👀 Join our Play...

Mar 06, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 5Ep. 1124

Bucks Rally, D'Angelo's Heat Check & What Should Iverson's Statue Look Like?

On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Bobby Portis Jr. and Patrick Beverley sparking the Bucks rally, new NBA character 'Trade Deadline D'Angelo,' Coby White scoring a career-high 37 points, the Wizards' Pistonian potential, and why Anthony Edwards missed the opening tip. That, plus Allen Iverson's statue, Raptors big man Kelly Olynyk signing a two-year, $26M contract extension, Donovan Mitchell's PRP injection, Toronto pursuing a WNBA expansion team, and Luke Kornet's favorite movie villain. -- ...

Mar 05, 202457 minSeason 5Ep. 1123

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | Celtics Clobber Warriors, Malik Monk For Sixth Man, Fractured Hands

On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys share their NBA weekend winners and losers. Winners include: the Boston Celtics clobbering the Mavericks and Warriors, Kyle Lowry starting for the 76ers, Malik Monk's Sixth Man of the Year case, the Bucks' defense, LeBron hitting 40,000 points, Trey Murphy III's mom, and others. Losers include: the Phoenix Suns, Jalen Brunson's knee, and fractured hands. That, plus cupboards full of mugs, ranking senses, and MJ on the Nuggets. -- ✍️ Win a $100 gift card by filling ou...

Mar 04, 20241 hrSeason 5Ep. 1122

The Drop | Wemby Locks Up ROY, Predicting All-NBA Teams & Jimmy Butler Goes Full Emo Cowboy

On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Victor Wembanyama outdueling Chet Holmgren, a Heat-Nuggets Finals rematch, the Lakers and Warriors trying to climb the West standings, and which players have made the biggest leap this season. That, plus we predict the All-NBA Teams, Jimmy Butler starring in the new Fall Out Boy music video, our favorite viral videos, and more. -- 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor podcast is back: https://www.youtube.com/nobuffs 👀 Join our Playback room for League Pass fun: https://www...

Mar 01, 20241 hr 8 minSeason 5Ep. 1121

'Sicko Mode' LeBron, Jamal Murray's All-NBA Case & Team USA's Roster Begins To Take Shape

On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss LeBron powering the biggest 4th-quarter comeback of his career, Jamal Murray's All-NBA case, the crowded West standings, and a wild Cavs-Bulls 2OT game. That, plus we hit the beach to answer questions about the All-Rookie First Team, celebration mishaps, Team USA's 12-man roster for the Paris Olympics, and more. -- 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor podcast returns today: https://www.youtube.com/nobuffs 👀 Join our Playback room for League Pass fun: https://www.playback....

Feb 29, 202458 minSeason 5Ep. 1120

Max Strus Gets Loose, CP3 Returns & LeBron Sounds Off On Bronny's Mock Draft Projections

On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Max Strus' 59-footer to lift the Cavs over the Mavs, Chris Paul's return, the Wolves and Thunder staying tied atop the West standings, and the Pistons upsetting the Bulls. That, plus LeBron chastises the media over Bronny's mock draft reports, shooting halfcourt shots underhand, eliminating the corner three from the NBA, the Hornets signing Aleksej Pokusevski, and more. -- 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor podcast returns tomorrow: https://www.youtube.com/nobuffs 👀 Joi...

Feb 28, 202456 minSeason 5Ep. 1119

Raptors Pizza Party, A Chaotic Pistons-Knicks Finish & Grading The Clippers Rebrand

On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Raptors pizza party, Monty Williams blasting officials after a controversial no-call, Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s footwork, and Kevin Ollie's first win. That, plus we Check The Polls when it comes to the LA Clippers' rebrand, future All-Star Weekend locations, the NBA MVP frontrunner, and which team is most likely to knock off the Celtics in the East. -- 🏝 No Buffs x Survivor podcast returns this week: https://www.youtube.com/nobuffs 👀 Join our Playback room for...

Feb 27, 202453 minSeason 5Ep. 1118

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | Bucks Bounce Back, Kerr's Extension, Heat-Pelicans Fight

On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys share their NBA weekend winners and losers. Winners include: the Bucks, Victor Wembanyama's 5x5, Nuggets-Celtics Finals bettors, the Kings, Paolo Banchero's weird game-winner, and Steve Kerr's contract extension. Losers include: Trae Young's finger injury, unwritten rules, and the New Orleans Pelicans. That, plus HERE COMES THE TUBA! -- 🏝 No Buffs Survivor podcast returns this week: https://www.youtube.com/nobuffs 👀 Join our Playback room for League Pass fun: https...

Feb 26, 202459 minSeason 5Ep. 1117

The Drop | Jokic Hits Triple-Double Milestone, Second-Half Storylines & JJ Redick vs. The World

On Fri.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the Thunder's do-it-all defense, Luka Doncic torturing the Suns, the Magic upsetting the Cavs, Nikola Jokic recording at least one triple-double against every opponent in the league, Victor Wembanyama flirting with a 5x5, and some second-half storylines to watch. That, plus the Nets fire Jacque Vaughn, Mike Conley's two-year extension, fixing the All-Star Game, JJ Redick's wild week, brutal jobs, and more. -- 👀 Join our Playback room for League Pass fun: htt...

Feb 23, 20241 hr 17 minSeason 5Ep. 1116

Instant Reaction | NBA All-Star Saturday Night In Indy 2024

On a special ep. of No Dunks — recorded live from The Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana — the guys recap the 2024 NBA All-Star Saturday Night events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 18, 202427 minSeason 5Ep. 1115

No Dunks Live! | 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend In Indy

On Friday night's special ep. of No Dunks — recorded live from The White Rabbit Cabaret in Indianapolis, Indiana — the guys make their 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend predictions, debate shrimp cocktails and the movie 'Hoosiers' in the Up/Down Report, hit the beach to answer audience questions, and more! -- 👀 Join our Playback room for League Pass fun: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 👕 Fix up, look sharp in some new No Dunks merch: https://www.nodunks.com 📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: https:/...

Feb 17, 20241 hr 15 minSeason 5Ep. 1114

Prepare Thyself For A Summer Of 'LeBron James To The Warriors?' Slop

On Thu.'s No Dunks, Skeets and Trey draft last night's best games (the Clippers rally, Siakam's return to Toronto, Mitchell owning the Bulls, etc.) and discuss the Pistons' Isaiah Stewart getting arrested for punching Drew Eubanks before the game. That, plus preparing for the Warriors to pursue LeBron in the offseason, the Clips sending P.J. Tucker and Bones Hyland home from a road trip, the Knicks filing a protest, the 2004 Dunk Contest judges, and Steph Curry's 100-foot tunnel shot. See ya fro...

Feb 15, 202454 minSeason 5Ep. 1113

Magic Finally Retire Shaq's No. 32, Latest NBA MVP Straw Poll & Which Teams Deserve More Love?

On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss the OKC Thunder's moxie, the Orlando Magic finally retiring Shaquille O'Neal's No. 32 jersey, the Suns outlasting the Kings, and Jayson Tatum's low ranking in ESPN's latest NBA MVP straw poll. That, plus we debate which teams deserve more love this Valentine's Day, candy heart messages, NBA love poems, and more. -- 👀 Join our Playback room for League Pass fun: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks 👕 Fix up, look sharp in some new No Dunks merch: https://www.nodun...

Feb 14, 202459 minSeason 5Ep. 1112

Wembanyama Drops Rare Triple-Double, Knicks Get Jobbed & Is Pat Bev The New Shams?

On Tue.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Victor Wembanyama's historic triple-double, NBA officials admitting they made the wrong call on the final play of last night's Knicks-Rockets, Buddy Hield hoopin' for the Sixers, the Wolves defense, and Ayo Dosunmu scoring a career-high 29 points. That, plus Dyson Daniels' torn meniscus, the snakebitten Heat, whether Patrick Beverley is the new Shams/Woj, JJ Redick joining ESPN's NBA Finals broadcast team, and more. -- 👀 Join our Playback room for League Pas...

Feb 13, 202453 minSeason 5Ep. 1111

NBA Weekend Winners & Losers | Classic Curry, Dazzling Debuts, Postponed Pizza Party

On Mon.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss NBA weekend winners and losers. Winners include: Steph Curry and the Warriors, the Mavericks adding P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford, some Celtics-Heat fireworks, Patrick Beverley on the Bucks, and Spencer Dinwiddie. Losers include: Taylor Sniffed, the Rockets, and Toronto's postponed pizza party. That, plus Hornets president Mitch Kupchak moves to an adviser role, UK backboards, and thoughts on the Chiefs Super Bowl win, Usher's halftime performance, and o...

Feb 12, 202455 minSeason 5Ep. 1110

The Drop | 2024 NBA Trade Deadline Winners & Losers

On Fri.'s No Dunks pod, the guys share their 2024 NBA Trade Deadline winners (Knicks, Mavericks, the Thunder-Hornets deal) and losers (Malcolm Brogdon, LeBron James, Hawks), discuss Kobe Bryant's statue, last night's action, and potential buyout candidates. That, plus potential names for the ESPN-FOX-Warner Bros. sports streaming service, our favorite online puzzles, and Super Bowl LVIII predictions. 1️⃣ NBA Trade Deadline Pt. 1 | Buddy Hield, Kelly Olynyk, etc: https://bit.ly/488bM1w 2️⃣ NBA Tr...

Feb 09, 20241 hr 18 minSeason 5Ep. 1112

NBA Trade Deadline Recap Pt. 2 | Live Reax To Every Deal: Washington, Bogdanovic, Schroder

On Thu.'s bonus No Dunks pod, the guys react to the latest moves leading up to the NBA Trade Deadline buzzer: the Mavs acquiring P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford in separate deals, the Knicks adding some shooting in Bojan Bogdanović and Alec Burks, the Raptors trading away Dennis Schroder, the Suns landing Royce O'Neale in a three-way, the Bucks getting a dog in Patrick Beverley, and other transactions. That, plus potential buyout candidates, the Hawks keeping Dejounte Murray, and more. -- 👀 ...

Feb 08, 20241 hr 14 minSeason 5Ep. 1108

NBA Trade Deadline Recap Pt. 1 | Buddy Hield, Kelly Olynyk, Gordon Hayward & Yesterday's Deals

On Thu.'s No Dunks, the guys react to all of yesterday's trades — Xavier Tillman to the Celtics, Simone Fontecchio to the Pistons, Monte Morris to the Wolves — as well as the latest breaking deals — Buddy Hield to the Sixers, Kelly Olynyk to the Raptors, Gordon Hayward to the Thunder, and more. That, plus an Andrew Wiggins revival, the Pelicans pivoting from Dejounte Murray talks, Italian NBA trivia, demoing BigHoops, and more. -- 🌀 2024 NBA Trade Deadline Special at 2 p.m. ET: https://bit.ly/4...

Feb 08, 20241 hr 1 minSeason 4Ep. 1107
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