Nekias Duncan and former NBA video coordinator and assistant coach Steve Jones break down teams, players, and rumors around the NBA every week.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Jackson Frank and PD Web to talk philosophy and answer draft questions. TIME STAMPS: 3:50 — Grizzlies-Pelicans trade discussion 11:50 — Bradley Beal (and Damian Lillard) trade discussion’ 23:05 — Team USA discussion 34:57 — Draft Q&A See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. wrap up the NBA Finals, giving flowers to both the champion Milwaukee Bucks and the Phoenix Suns. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the pros and cons of the play-in tournament, react to the latest coaching hire (Wes Unseld Jr/Washington), discuss Team USA’s roster movement, dig into Damian Lillard’s situation in Portland, then breakdown Game 5 of the NBA Finals. TIMESTAMPS 3:20 — Nekias and Steve discuss the play-in tournament coming back next season. 7:35 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Washington Wizards hiring Wes Unseld Jr. as their new head coach. 11:50 — Nekias and Steve discuss...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the shot-making duel between Khris Middleton (40 points) and Devin Booker (42 points), Milwaukee’s continued paint dominance, Phoenix’s offensive game plan and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their takeaways on the NBA Finals through the first three games. TIME STAMPS: 1:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Orlando Magic hiring Jamahl Mosley as their new head coach. 6:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss Team USA’s exhibition loss to Nigeria. 18:55 - Nekias and Steve discuss the NBA Finals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. say goodbye to the Conference Finalists (Clippers, Hawks), then dig into the Bucks-Suns matchup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the controversial hire of Chauncey Billups in Portland and then break down the Conference Finals. TIME STAMPS 3:17 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Chauncey Billups hire in Portland. 25:55 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Hawks-Bucks series. 47:40 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Clippers-Suns series. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the new coaching hires made this week, then give their early thoughts on the Conference Finals. TIME STAMPS 1:48 — Nekias and Steve discuss the new coaching hires in Indiana (Rick Carlisle), Boston (Ime Udoka), and Dallas (Jason Kidd). 19:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Team USA rosters. 27:00 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Suns-Clippers series. 45:15 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Bucks-Hawks series. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the remaining second-round series, then preview the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. TIME STAMPS 3:50 - Nekias and Steve recap Game 6 of Jazz-Clippers. 12:30 - Nekias and Steve recap Game 7 of Nets-Bucks. 22:50 - Nekias and Steve begin talking about the Suns-Clippers series, but quickly pivot to Sixers talk. 58:10 - Nekias and Steve continue their discussion of Suns-Clippers. 1:22:50 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Bucks-Hawks series. See Privacy Poli...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the award teams, dig into the coaching changes around the NBA, then discuss the remaining second-round matchups. TIME STAMPS 3:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss the voting results for the All-NBA, All-Defense, and All-Rookie teams. 25:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss the weirdness happening in Dallas and New Orleans, then rank the current head coach openings. 47:55 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Nets-Bucks series. 1:12:44 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Sixers-Haw...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bid farewell to the Denver Nuggets, then give their thoughts on the other second-round series. 2:42 — Nekias and Steve give their lasting thoughts on the Suns-Nuggets series. 23:08 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Nets-Bucks series. 52:55 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Jazz-Clippers series. 1:26:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Sixers-Hawks series. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-se...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the coaching changes around the league, then dig into the playoff games from the weekend. TIME STAMPS: 2:11 — Nekias and Steve discuss the recent coaching firings in Portland and Orlando. 20:05 — Nekias and Steve discuss Game 1 of the Nets-Bucks series. 56:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss Game 1 of the Sixers-Hawks series. 1:20:48 — Nekias and Steve discuss Game 7 of Clippers-Mavericks, then preview the Jazz-Clippers series. 1:47:10 — Nekias and Steve previ...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bid farewell to some first-round exits, then look ahead to the weekend games. 3:25 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Celtics’ front office overhaul, and what may come next for them. 19:10 - Nekias and Steve give their lasting thoughts on the Grizzlies, Wizards, Knicks, and Blazers. 1:19:00 - Nekias and Steve preview Bucks-Nets. 1:51:40 - Nekias and Steve preview Sixers-Hawks. 2:10:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Clippers-Mavericks series. See Privacy Policy at ht...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their final thoughts on the Heat-Bucks sweep, then break down the rest of the first-round series. TIME STAMPS 2:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss what’s next for the Milwaukee Bucks (2nd round) and Miami Heat (offseason) 29:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Lakers-Suns series. 49:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Hawks-Knicks series. 1:08:45 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Grizzlies-Jazz series. 1:22:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Celtics-Nets series. 1:39:00...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss Kyrie Irving’s recent comments about Boston, then offer thoughts and potential adjustments for most of the first-round series. The series, in order: WAS-PHI, BOS-BKN, MEM-UTA, POR-DEN, LAL-PHX, MIA-MIL. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their thoughts on the NBA potentially adding a mid-season tournament, then analyze the Game 1s from the weekend. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the midweek play-in games, then preview the rest of the first-round matchups (PHI-WAS, BKN-BOS, PHX-LAL, DEN-POR, LAC-DAL, UTA-MEM/GSW). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the opening weekend in the WNBA, then preview the NBA play-in tournament and two Eastern Conference playoff series (NYK-ATL, MIL-MIA). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated joins Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. to talk about his book, "Blood on the Hardwood: The Flagrant History of the 1990s New York Knicks." Then, the three give their fictional NBA award ballots. TIME STAMPS 0:46 - Nekias and Steve catch up Chris about the challenges of NBA coverage in a season like this, gives an update on his book, then talks about his excitement for the Chicago Sky. 15:40 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Coach of the Year. 26:53 - Nekias,...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. change the format this week, opting to ask each other their most pressing questions heading into this year's postseason. TIME STAMPS 2:45 - Nekias and Steve discuss James Harden's absence (hamstring) and the importance of him getting reps before the postseason begins, then review Tyrese Haliburton's rookie campaign. 14:40 - Steve gives his perspective on the noise surrounding the Indiana Pacers and head coach Nate Bjorkgren. 33:00 -- Nekias and Steve ask each ot...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on a few title hopefuls, bounce around the league with general observations, and discuss proper gamewear etiquette. TIME STAMPS 3:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the latest injuries around the league, the returns of LaMelo Ball and LeBron James, then evaluate John Wall's season. 19:52 - Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have impressed them the most as of late. 1:02:25 - Nekias and Steve discuss a couple of teams they have questions about heading int...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dissect the latest injury news around the league, talk about the returns of Anthony Davis and Jaren Jackson Jr, then bounce around the league with their observations. TIME STAMPS 2:18 - Nekias and Steve discuss the season-ending injury to Wizards forward Deni Avdija, give their thoughts on the early returns for Anthony Davis and Jaren Jackson Jr., then check in with the Nets in light of James Harden's hamstring injury. 16:14 - Steve discusses the team that has i...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones, Jr. are joined by ESPN's Mark Jones as they discuss the Kings, the Heat, the upcoming NBA playoffs and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss LaMarcus Aldridge's abrupt retirement, break down the wild week of injury news around the league, then give their weekly observations. DESCRIPTION: Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss LaMarcus Aldridge's abrupt retirement, break down the wild week of injury news around the league, then give their weekly observations. TIME STAMPS 1:12 -- Nekias and Steve discuss LaMarcus Aldridge's retirement, his HOF case, and what his absence means for the Nets mo...
ESPN's Monica McNutt joins Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. to recap the 2021 WNBA Draft, preview the WNBA season, talk about the state of the New York Knicks, and identify the favorites in the Eastern and Western conference. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest injury news around the league, dig into the Nets, then bounce around the league. TIME STAMPS: 3:55 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves being sold. 8:26 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the Victor Oladipo injury, and what it means for the Miami Heat. 14:56 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the tumultuous nature of James Wiseman's rookie season. 17:58 -- LeBron James and Anthony Davis are on the way back! Nekias and Steve reflect on the ...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Gordon Hayward injury, discuss DeMarcus Cousins and Isaiah Thomas landing temporary homes, then dissect a couple of Western conference powerhouses. TIME STAMPS 1:35 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Gordon Hayward's foot sprain, and what it means for the Hornets moving forward. 7:37 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the Jrue Holiday extension, and what it means for the Bucks. 11:38 -- Nekias and Steve discuss DeMarcus Cousins (LAC) and Isaiah Thomas (NO) signin...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down player movement and observations from the past week. TIME STAMPS: 0:51: Nekias and Steve give their winners and losers from the trade deadline. If you'd like a more detailed discussion, check out our Trade Deadline live stream from Thursday night. https://twitter.com/bballnewsdotcom/status/1375267261443792897?s=20 9:45: Nekias and Steve discuss the updated timelines for LeBron James and LaMelo Ball, and what it means for their teams. 14:28: Nekias and...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Marcus Thompson of The Athletic to talk about the Warriors season to this point. Time Stamps: 1:21 -- Nekias and Steve ask Marcus about the difficulties of covering the Warriors during a pandemic. 4:50 -- Nekias, Steve and Marcus give their general thoughts on the Warriors' .500 start to the season. 9:20 -- Nekias, Steve and Marcus discuss the Warriors' offense. 20:34 -- Nekias and Steve ask Marcus about Steve Kerr's handling of the young players o...
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dive into a wild week of injuries, break down Blake Griffin's debut. and debut the #BigMad segment. TIME STAMPS 1:51 -- Nekias and Steve discuss LeBron James' ankle sprain, and what it means for the Lakers moving forward. 10:22 -- Nekias and Steve discuss LaMelo Ball's fractured wrist, and what it means for the Hornets moving forward. 19:25 -- Nekias and Steve analyze the PJ Tucker trade from Milwaukee's perspective. 23:25 -- Nekias and Steve analyze the Trevor ...
