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#thisleague UNCUT dishes on hot NBA topics beyond what Chris Haynes and Marc Stein report on social media with even more candor and opinion. Stein and Haynes go deep and dive into the all the NBA topics, rumblings, and intel!

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EPISODE 13: On all things Ja Morant and so much more ...

After profuse apologies from Marc Stein for a travel schedule that delayed the dropping of this podcast by one day, Stein and his pod partner Chris Haynes finally do connect to discuss the Ja Morant situation in Memphis from numerous angles, share their takeaways from Sunday's Phoenix/Dallas showdown, wander unexpectedly into the secrets of sideline reporting and ultimately assess Stein's claim that Denver, Golden State and Phoenix are the only three teams that can win the West. See omnystudio.c...

Mar 07, 2023•45 min

EPISODE 12: KD is back, LeBron is out ... and that's only the beginning for a jam-packed show

On a very busy edition of #thisleague UNCUT, Chris Haynes and Marc Stein discuss Kevin Durant's impressive debut as a Sun, how Phoenix will cope with the continuity edge possessed by title contenders like Boston, Milwaukee and Denver, Stephen Curry's looming return from injury in Golden State, LOTS on Russell Westbrook's early days in Clipperland, LOTS more on what LeBron James' foot injury means for the Lakers' ongoing struggles to get into the playoffs, Chris' own epic struggles adjusting to s...

Mar 02, 2023•41 min

EPISODE 11: Surprises galore on a wild show to start the new week!

Episode 11 is best described is a freestylin' edition of #thisleague UNCUT. Chris Haynes and Marc Stein reflect on a slew of memorable games that have taken place since the NBA returned from the All-Star break ... but they do so in the midst of Damian Lillard's 71-point eruption against Houston. So brace yourself for some live play-by-play and excited reactions from Chris, amid talk about the Kings and Lakers and Mavericks, once it becomes apparent that Lillard will register a new career high in...

Feb 27, 2023•59 min

EPISODE 10: $10,000 poker tournament; Where do dysfunctional Hawks turn next?

In episode 10, Chris Haynes and Marc Stein begin recapping NBA All-Star weekend. Chris was in Utah for All-Star weekend and shares stories about a $10,000 poker tournament and parties involving the games biggest stars. Later, they react to the Atlanta Hawks parting ways with Nate McMillan and then they discuss the role Hawks star PG Trae Young plays. Chris and Marc finish up examining the NBA buyout market and answering which player will be most impactful - will it be Westbrook with the Clippers...

Feb 23, 2023•33 min

EPISODE 9: Damian Lillard

NBA All-Star Damian Lillard joins Chris Haynes and Marc Stein on this episode of #thisleague UNCUT. Dame explains why he's not surprised by his exceptional level of play this season and then he shares his perspective on the Gary Payton II trade. He also takes us inside a conversation he had with Kevin Garnett about his future with Portland and then he talks about his experience going from a young player to a veteran. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 20, 2023•26 min

EPISODE 8: Jamal Crawford Joins The Show!

3-time Sixth Man of the Year Jamal Crawford joins Chris Haynes and Marc Stein on this episode of #thisleague UNCUT. He gives his expectations for judging the NBA’s Dunk Contest despite, admittedly, only dunking twice in his professional career! He also gives his analysis of the Suns after adding Kevin Durant as well as the Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving pairing in Dallas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 16, 2023•43 min

EPISODE 7: BUYOUT BONZANZA

In their latest pod session, Chris Haynes and Marc Stein go deep on the NBA's 2023 buyout market -- on both the players who have already found new homes (Reggie Jackson, Terrence Ross and Danny Green) and several of the more high-profile names (such as Russell Westbrook, John Wall, Patrick Beverley and Serge Ibaka) who are still looking for their next team. They also discuss the delayed four-team trade that will at last bring Gary Payton II back to Golden State and send James Wiseman to Detroit ...

Feb 13, 2023•39 min

EPISODE 6: Trade Deadline Chaos & Unreported News

Chris Haynes and Marc Stein recap one of the wildest trade deadlines in recent memory and where Kevin Durant’s Suns, his now former team in Brooklyn and the rest of the NBA goes from here after all the movement. As a bonus they also share a slew of unreported tidbits from their notebooks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 2023•40 min

EPISODE 5: Kevin Durant trade REACTION!

News happens fast and #thisleague UNCUT has you covered! Marc Stein handles this episode solo to give you an immediate reaction to the MASSIVE trade sending Kevin Durant to the Suns to team up with Chris Paul and Devin Booker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 09, 2023•9 min

EPISODE 4: The Kyrie Irving Trade REACTION

#thisleague indeed! Chris Haynes and Marc Stein are here reacting to the blockbuster trade sending Kyrie Irving from the Nets to the Mavericks to team up with Luka Doncic. Chris dives in on the timeline, explaining how this trade came together and what other offers the Nets were considering. Marc shares the team the Nets did not want to have Kyrie end up with. Plus, the surprising All-Star that was offered to Brooklyn in a deal for Kyrie but was turned down. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Feb 06, 2023•29 min

BONUS EPISODE - Malik Beasley Joins The Show!

It’s the first week of the podcast so why not welcome our first guest and drop a bonus episode?! Malik Beasley of the Utah Jazz joins the show to tell you what it’s truly like to be an NBA player who could be on the move as the trade deadline approaches. He shares his experience with being previously traded, what he’s hearing about a possible trade right now and why the Jazz have been one of the surprise teams so far this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 03, 2023•24 min

EPISODE 2: Bones Hyland Update, OG Anunoby Rumors & A New Player To Watch!

#thisleague UNCUT featuring veteran NBA reporters Chris Haynes and Marc Stein provide their latest insight as the NBA trade deadline is now one week away. Chris adds to his reporting on Bones Hyland of the Denver Nuggets and why we can expect him to be moved in the coming days. Marc has his doubts about Raptors F OG Anunoby getting traded but does believe another Eastern Conference players will be on the move. Plus, Chris shares a fresh report about a new player to keep your eyes on as talks are...

Feb 02, 2023•41 min

EPISODE 1: Trade Deadline: Lakers, Pacers, Raptors & more!

It’s the first episode of #thisleague UNCUT featuring veteran NBA reporters Chris Haynes and Marc Stein giving you the latest on news from around the association. They discuss the Lakers acquiring Rui Hachimura and if we can expect LA to make another move to order to climb back into contention with LeBron James. Stein explains why the Raptors are hesitant to move Fred VanVleet and Chris shares a surprising name to keep an eye on as the deadline approaches! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Jan 30, 2023•37 min

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Jan 26, 2023•1 min

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