On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Mike and Darrick talk about the best moments of the ENTIRE season. From numerous blockbuster trades to the Pistons tripling their win total to the timeless wonders that are LeBron, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry, this has been a special season! Plus, on “Drop The Mike”, the fellas discuss NBA terms that are used way too much. Like can every player really be considered a “superstar” or “generational”? Does every playoff contender actually have a “championsh...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 58 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick sort through plenty of “Cap Or No Cap” moments. Is it cap that the Suns have been more of a disappointment than the 76ers? Is it cap that the Clippers are one of the more dangerous lower seeds in the playoff mix with Kawhi Leonard heating up? Plus, Darrick tells us why Kawhi is his “Mills’ Man of the Week.” Lastly, the fellas talk men's college hoops as they recap the Sweet 16 and preview the Elite 8! Learn more about your...
Mar 29, 2025•2 hr 46 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick draft teams that are headed for postseason play! The fellas show love to the Bulls who are 8-2 in their last 10 games. Could Chicago finally break through their Play-In struggles and sneak into the East’s playoffs as a 7th or 8th seed? Also, what in the world is going on with the Lakers after dropping their third straight game? Plus, the NOTB crew figured out which NBA teams would be favored in an NCAA March Madness playof...
Mar 25, 2025•2 hr 24 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick give their top 10 power rankings ahead of the NBA Playoffs. Are the guys down on the Cavaliers since they are on a 4-game losing streak? Do they think the Thunder are the NBA’s best team? Plus, the fellas dive into the NCAA’s March Madness after Darrick tells us why Jimmy Butler is this week’s Mills’ Man of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 22, 2025•2 hr 21 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick sort through playoff teams ceilings and floors. Just how many teams could actually end up in the NBA Finals? Also, the fellas discuss where Paul George could be traded to this summer if the 76ers decide to move on? The tricky part here is his hefty contract. And lastly, the NOTB crew talks about March Madness?! Don’t miss all of that and more on this brand new episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...
Mar 18, 2025•2 hr 15 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick discuss players’ legacies that could benefit the most from winning a championship this year. What would a second title do for Jayson Tatum? What about if future Hall of Fame point guards Russell Westbrook or Damian Lillard win their first title? How about euro-stars like Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, or Luka Doncic? Plus, Darrick reveals his “Mills’ Man of the Week.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...
Mar 15, 2025•2 hr 31 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick talk about the biggest weaknesses of EVERY team in the hunt for a postseason berth. Are the Cavs and Thunder truly flawless juggernauts? Do the Celtics have anything to worry about as they look to repeat as champs? Is LeBron James’ health the only concern for the Lakers? Does Nikola Jokic have enough help to go on a run? Will the Knicks and Rockets generate enough offense outside of their starters? Find out all of those an...
Mar 11, 2025•2 hr 41 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick each give their list of top 10 players based on THIS season’s performance. Should Shai Gilgeous-Alexander or Nikola Jokic be ranked as the best player? Have young stars like Cade Cunningham, Donovan Mitchell, and Victor Wembanyama done enough to crack the top 10? And where do the elder statesmen in LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry rank? Plus, Darrick reveals his “Mills’ Man of the Week.” Learn more about your ad...
Mar 08, 2025•3 hr 1 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick grade EVERY teams’ young core. Do the Rockets, Thunder, Timberwolves, or Spurs have the best stars of tomorrow’s game? And is it possible that the Wizards are a young superstar away from becoming a perennial playoff threat? The breaking news of Kyrie Irving being done for the year provided a space for the NOTB crew to give him his flowers. The guys also discuss the biggest “what ifs” this season during “Drop The Mike” Pres...
Mar 04, 2025•2 hr 9 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick created fake NBA Playoffs based on the current standings. Find out which teams the NOTB crew predict will meet in the NBA Finals. The guys discuss where they think Kevin Durant will go this offseason. Is it a good or bad thing that the Nets continue to win games? Also, on “Drop The Mike” Presented by Toyota, the fellas forecast the future as they talk about if 3-point shooting is at its peak. Plus, surprise surprise! Steph...
Mar 01, 2025•2 hr 24 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, and Mike give their X-Factors for every fringe playoff team. Will the Timberwolves continue to let Jaden McDaniels cook next to Anthony Edwards? Does Cade Cunningham have enough spacing in Detroit and should he really win Most Improved Player? Do X-Factors really matter for the Spurs, Bulls, and Nets or are they just in over their heads? Plus, on “Drop The Mike” Presented by Toyota, the fellas discuss if the Eastern Conference will ever cat...
Feb 25, 2025•2 hr 15 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick are back in the studio giving their predictions for the rest of the season. Are the Magic and Warriors on the verge of missing the playoffs? Could the Nets really sneak into the Play-In and is it worth it? Who will win DPOY with Victor Wembanyama sidelined with a serious injury? On “Drop The Mike Presented by Toyota”, the fellas discuss the question marks for contenders. Plus, Darrick tells us why Kyle Kuzma is his “Mills’...
Feb 23, 2025•2 hr 32 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick are LIVE from San Francisco during All-Star Weekend. The guys have a Bay Area curated draft to play to the crowd. Did someone really draft “Journey” the band?! The NOTB crew is also joined by Warriors legend Baron Davis as he talks about everything from making it to the league to being an All-Star to being traded to now doing a podcast of his own. Plus, Darrick has a surprise pick for “Mills’ Man of the Week.” Learn more a...
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 56 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick talk about the debuts of familiar faces in new places! How did Anthony Davis, Luka Doncic, Zach LaVine, De’Aaron Fox, Jimmy Butler, and others look in their first games with their new teams? Also, was it a blessing in disguise for the Lakers that the Mark Williams trade was rescinded? Plus, on “Drop The Mike” Presented by Toyota, the NOTB crew figure out what ingredients create the perfect team that can win a championship. Learn ...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 53 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick grade EVERY trade that happened at the deadline. Did the additions of Luka Doncic and Mark Williams put the Lakers in a better spot for LeBron to win his fifth ring? Are the guys more excited to see Andrew Wiggins with the Heat or Jimmy Butler with the Warriors? Could Brandon Ingram be a long-term fit with the Raptors? Plus, Darrick tells us why Aaron Wiggins deserves to be this week’s “Mills’ Man of the Week!” Learn more ...
Feb 08, 2025•2 hr 26 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick react to all the crazy trades that have happened so far. Can the Lakers still compete after trading Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic? How much better does AD make the Mavs? Does trading for De’Aaron Fox accelerate the growth of Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs? What exactly is next for the Kings after acquiring Zach LaVine? Plus, a trade happens during the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...
Feb 04, 2025•2 hr 19 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick create their own NBA Trade Deadline with deals they cooked themselves! On “Drop The Mike”, the fellas talked about teams that would disappoint them if they didn’t make a move. Plus, Darrick tells us why Trey Murphy III is “Mills’ Man of the Week” and if he should be getting more love in the Most Improved Player category. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 01, 2025•2 hr 26 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Mike, and Darrick pick who they think should be All-Star reserves. Will Franz Wagner join Paolo Banchero as Magic All-Stars? How many All-Stars should the Cavs get with Donovan Mitchell? Plus, on “Drop The Mike”, the fellas discuss what’s missing in today’s NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 28, 2025•2 hr 45 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick talk about stories that aren’t getting enough attention in basketball! Should Jimmy Butler be more open to going to the Grizzlies? Is it a better move for Zach LaVine to stay put with the Bulls? Are the Clippers legit contenders? Why does it feel like the sky is falling with the Lakers even though they are a top 6 team out West? And how worried should we be about the Celtics? Plus, Darrick explains why Kel’el Ware is the “...
Jan 25, 2025•2 hr 14 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick get into NBA rumors they are buying and selling. The guys also weigh in on if LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry should be opening to requesting trades. Should the Timberwolves have buyer’s remorse with Julius Randle after trading Karl-Anthony Towns? Plus, Pierre stacks LeBron’s career up next to Michael Jordan’s career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 21, 2025•3 hr 9 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick hand out NBA awards halfway through the season. On “Drop The Mike", which team’s spacing is tied to their success? Was Jimmy Butler’s return a positive for the Heat? Who do we consider “system” players? Plus, should the 76ers consider tanking the rest of the season amid their struggles? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 18, 2025•2 hr 36 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick give grades for teams halfway through the season so far. See what they have to say about your favorite team as well as their own teams. On “Drop The Mike”, the NOTB crew tries to figure out a creative way to add to All-Star weekend. Plus, they discuss how the Lakers should approach life after LeBron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 14, 2025•2 hr 55 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick create an All-Star team of 1st Time All-Stars. What other players will join guys like Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley, Alperen Sengun, and Franz Wagner in this scenario of first timers only? On “Drop The Mike”, the guys figure out which young stars play most similar to LeBron James, Steph Curry, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and other stars from the past. Plus, Darrick reveals why Domantas Sabonis is the “Mills’ Man of the Week.” Le...
Jan 11, 2025•2 hr 11 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, and Darrick identify teams that should panic and if they can do anything to get out of the panic zone! They also show love to interim head coach Doug Christie as he has the Kings surging since taking over for Mike Brown. Plus, the guys unpack their Saturday night as they got to witness the glory of Derrick Rose night as the city of Chicago gave the Bulls' legend his flowers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...
Jan 07, 2025•2 hr 29 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick BLINDLY rank the most underrated players in all of basketball. Is it Payton Pritchard, Austin Reaves, Darius Garland, or someone else? Also, the fellas dive into the dramatic situation with Jimmy Butler and the Heat. What’s next for the disgruntled South Beach superstar? Plus, the guys play a fun game of “Wembanyama Versus.” Just how many players in the league are actually better than the young Spurs’ superstar? All of tha...
Jan 04, 2025•2 hr 30 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick celebrate the 100th episode of the show’s existence! Also, they give their New Year’s resolutions for certain NBA teams for a successful 2025. Meanwhile, the Lakers just traded D’Angelo Russell and some picks away to the Nets for 3-and-D specialist Dorian Finney-Smith. Have they officially reached contender status or are they a player or two away from that? Plus, on “Drop The Mike”, the fellas identify teams that should be...
Dec 31, 2024•2 hr 59 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick create the PERFECT playoff matchups. After Victor Wembanyama’s monster Christmas performance in New York, what would be the ideal showdown for him in his playoff debut? Which teams would we love to see the Thunder, Rockets, and Grizzlies play in the postseason? And can we somehow get another LeBron vs Steph playoff matchup?! Plus, on “Drop The Mike”, the guys show love to the defensive stalwarts of the association. Learn m...
Dec 28, 2024•2 hr 50 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick drum up trade ideas for stars like Jimmy Butler, Zach LaVine, Steph Curry, and more! Kenny hands out gifts while D-Milly nominates his “Mills’ Man of the Week.” Plus, the fellas give flowers to Suns owner Mat Ishbia for providing a cost-efficient solution for families. Should this idea be adopted or even mandated throughout the league? That and more on this brand new episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...
Dec 21, 2024•2 hr 45 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick rank the franchises with the brightest futures. Do the Thunder reign supreme on this list with their seemingly endless amount of first round picks? Speaking of OKC, the guys show love to Sam Presti as they see how he became one of the best GMs in all of basketball. Plus, the guys discuss if Luka Doncic is back in the MVP race, the chemistry between Russ and Jokic, and what’s next for the fire-selling Pelicans. Learn more a...
Dec 17, 2024•2 hr 43 min
On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick unveil their NBA All-Disappointment Teams. They also show love to Tyler Herro and Trae Young with how impressive they have been this year. Have they done enough to be named All-Stars though? Plus, on “Drop The Mike”, the fellas try to pinpoint exactly what would take the NBA ratings up a notch. All of that and more on this brand new episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 14, 2024•2 hr 44 min
