Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the NBA Cup group play games so far. Then, The Athletic’s Jared Weiss joins the show to discuss Boston’s victory over the previously undefeated Cavaliers and the locker room intrigue in Philadelphia. In the mailbag segment, Zena and Dave take a look at a trade that would shake up the entire NBA and decide which day of the week needs to be eliminated. Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Learn more...
Nov 20, 2024•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni sound the panic alarm over Joel Embiid and the Sixers and discuss the controversial game-ending steal in Sacramento. Then, The Athletic’s Kelly Iko joins the show after the Rocket's loss in Milwaukee. Finally, the guys look at some disturbing numbers for Tyrese Haliburton. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 19, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss Cleveland’s undefeated start to the season, De’Aaron Fox’s 60-point game, and the weekend’s buzzer beaters. Then, the gang takes a look at some trends and wonder if they are ‘Something, Nothing, or Everything’ and pick the big NBA Cup games of the week. Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita & Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 18, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Saturday Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers break down the top stories of the week including Chet's injury, Wemby and Giannis' big nights, and the red hot Cavs. Then the guys break down their favorite things of the week including quotes from Chauncey Billups, the play of the Pistons, how bad the East is, and more. In Part 2 Tim Cato of the All City Network joins to discuss the very strange start from the Dallas Mavericks. What is killing them in crunch time? What is with the defensive ...
Nov 16, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour and Zena Keita are joined by Senior National NBA Writer Sam Amick to catch up on the latest with the struggling Bucks and resurgent Nuggets. Then, Carter Rodriguez, from the Cavaliers-focused ‘Chasedown’ podcast stops by to explain how Cleveland has started so well. Finally, Dave and Zena compare some small sample statistics to the eye test. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0zhrjxLhG6s Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita, Sam Amick, & Carter Rodriguez Executive Producer: Andr...
Nov 15, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni break down the night of NBA basketball and the absurd performances by Victor Wembanyama and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Then the guys talk about the Wolves' sad visit to Portland, the Knicks' defensive issues, and impact rookies. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/u4tvILVikvI Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 14, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni are joined by Trey Kerby of No Dunks to discuss Klay Thompson’s return to the Bay for the Mavs/Warriors matchup. They discuss the atmosphere in the arena, and how the Warriors won the game. After a break, Dave and Es discuss Joel Embiid’s return to the Sixers lineup and the woeful Wolves losing to the Blazers. Then in the final segment, the guys play a game of “Who Am I?” Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Bareheni and Trey Kerby Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Prod...
Nov 13, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour and Zena Keita take a look at the undefeated Cavaliers after their latest win and discuss the injury situation around the league as NBA Cup group play begins. Then the breakfast club is joined by The NBA Daily's Andrew Schlecht to catch up on Shai's big night and the fallout from Chet Holmgren's injury. In the final segment, Dave and Zena dig into the mailbag and discuss Victor Wembanyama's three-pointer obsession. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rcW_-xUq6B0 Host: Dave DuFo...
Nov 12, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Es Baraheni run you through the games from the weekend including the Thunder vs Warriors, Chet Holmgren’s injury, the sputtering Bucks, and much more. After a break, they walk you through their favorite things from the weekend and give their Bet MGM picks of the week. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_Ai7C2BRJd4 Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita and Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Learn more about your ad choice...
Nov 11, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Saturday Slam N Jam Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week of NBA Basketball, the Most Improved Player odds, and more of their favorite things from the week. Then Zena Keita joins to discuss the Warriors and their surprising rise in the Western Conference. In part 2, Trevor Lane of the Lakers Nation podcast joins to discuss the wild week of the Lakers including his moment in the press conference with JJ Redick, covering 39 year old LeBron, the Lakers defense and more. Then the guys fin...
Nov 09, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour and Zena Keita break down the night of NBA basketball and the Tyrese Maxey injury for the Sixers. Then the breakfast club is joined by Senior writer at the Athletic Sam Amick to discuss the Clippers' new arena, Paul George’s return, and how the Clippers would rather have nothing than Paul George. In the final segment, Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic stops by to discuss the potential sale of the Celtics and how the new TV deal could affect NBA fans. Check us out on YouTube: https://yout...
Nov 08, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Host Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss a night filled with animosity in the NBA as Paul George returns to the Clippers and JJ Redick calls out his Lakers squad. The duo are then joined by Warriors beat writer for The Athletic, Anthony Slater, to discuss their big win over the Celtics and the Cavs comeback to extend their record to 9-0. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LJUVpODUzeo Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni and Anthony Slater Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Video/Audio Pro...
Nov 07, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour and Andrew Schlecht react to Joel Embiids's suspension, Aaron Gordon's injury news, and Cooper Flagg's debut. Then, Doug Haller, Arizona beat writer for the Athletic, stops by to discuss Kevin Durant's leadership and the Suns' hot start. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7fe0oOsayNs Host: Dave DuFour With: Andrew Schlecht & Doug Haller Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 06, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to Paul George's debut as a member of the 76ers and the return of Steph Curry for the Warriors. Then, Eric Nehm, Milwaukee Bucks beat writer for the Athletic, stops by to discuss the mood around the Bucks as they lose another game. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6NrH3f68_EY Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni & Eric Nehm Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio Producer: Grayson Moody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 05, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Es Baraheni react to the Joel Embiid beef in Philadelphia and the hot starts for the Thunder and Cavaliers. Then, the crew talks about the game of the year so far and the Vince Carter jersey retirement. Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita & Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 04, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Saturday Slam N Jam Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the NBA Headlines of the week including Paolo Banchero's injury, Nuggets and Bucks struggling and a Wemby 5x5. Then the guys discuss the Rookie of the Year odds and their favorite things from the week including their favorite players, quotes, and more. In part 2 Bryce Simon of the Game Theory and Pistons Pulse podcasts joins to discuss the Pistons and if there is anything from their early start that indicates good progress. Then in the ...
Nov 02, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the Paolo Banchero injury news and the Suns' incredible 3rd quarter against the Clippers. Then, Kelly Iko, Rockets beat writer at The Athletic joins to discuss the Rockets' win over the Mavs. Then, Dave and Zena breakdown Victor Wembanyama's 5x5 performance against the Jazz. Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 01, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Pacers' win over the Celtics and Chet Holmgren dominates the matchup with Victor Wembanyama. Then, Jovan Buha, Lakers beat writer at the Athletic joins to discuss the Lakers' loss to the Cavs. Then, Dave and Es end the show with a look at a couple of standout sophomore performances. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1HOy86qnLIU Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
Oct 31, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the Warriors' win without Steph Curry and the Nuggets' winning in another overtime. Then Jon Krawczynski, Timberwolves beat writer at the Athletic joins to discuss the Wolves' loss to the Mavs. Then, Dave and Zena end the show with a couple of questions from the mailbag. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DfM9-gT7txA Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 30, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni break down a crazy night of NBA basketball including 50 from Paolo Banchero, the Suns beating the Lakers, and more. Then James Edwards, Knicks beat writer at the Athletic joins to discuss the Knicks loss to the Cavs. Then the guys end the show to talk about all the comebacks in the NBA last night. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 29, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Es Baraheni bring you the best of the weekend including Celtics and Thunder. Then they move to the classic panic meter in which they talk about which teams need to panic including the Bucks, Nuggets, and more. Finally, the NBA Daily crew makes their bets of the week, brought to you by BetMGM. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cA7YjA2cI3E Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita and Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
Oct 28, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Slam n' Jam Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers give a break down of the biggest stories in the NBA from week 1, give their favorite things including quotes, plays, players and more. Then Es Baraheni of the NBA Daily joins to discuss his big picture thoughts on the first week of the NBA. Finally, Alex Speers hosts "Andrew vs. the Beat" as Andrew faces off against Es in a very challenging (and possibly controversial) NBA trivia game. Host: Andrew Schlecht With: Alex Speers and Es Baraheni Executive P...
Oct 26, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast On today’s episode of the NBA Daily, Dave DuFour and Zena Keita bring in Andrew Schlecht to discuss the Thunder’s big win against the Nuggets, Chet’s dominance, and who the Nuggets can count on off the bench. In the next block, Dave and Zena bounce around the league discussing a close win by the Wolves, Luka’s insane pass, and the young Wizards. Finally, our wonderful NBA Daily hosts give us who has had the best and worst first impressions from week 1 of the NBA. Check us out on YouTube: https:/...
Oct 25, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast On today’s episode of the NBA Daily, Dave DuFour, and Es Baraheni break down the Suns/Clippers overtime thriller, and discuss the news of the night including Dejounte Murray’s broken hand, and big returns for night one. Then, to finish the show, Dave and Es do a stock watch overreaction for the first big night of NBA basketball. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 24, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast On today’s episode of the NBA Daily, Dave DuFour, and Zena Keita discuss opening night in the NBA including, LeBron James and his son Bronny taking the court, the clunky new-look Timberwolves, and how the Knicks struggled against the Celtics. In the next block Jay King, Celtics beat writer at the Athletic, joins us from TD Garden to discuss the Celtics big win and historic shooting night against the Knicks. Finally, Dave and Zena discuss the players they are most looking forward to watching on n...
Oct 23, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast On today's episode of the NBA Daily, Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni break down the contract extensions from October 21st, and if each contract was too high, too low or just right. In the second block, Jon Krawczynski of the Athletic joins to break down the Minnesota Timberwolves, the KAT trade, Edwards potential leap, and what the expectations are for them this season. Finally, Dave and Es preview opening night by discussing what they will be watching for in the Lakers/Wolves and the Knicks/Celtics...
Oct 22, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the NBA Daily! In today's first episode we introduce our hosts, Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni and they give you some bold predictions heading into the NBA season. After a break, Sam Amick joins the show to discuss which players may be getting contract extensions, Fox' situation in Sacremento, Giannis possibly moving on from Milwaukee, and much more. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NujoCXSV5J8 Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita, Es Baraheni and Sam Amick Executive P...
Oct 21, 2024•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Saturday Slam n' Jam Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers introduce the new NBA Daily podcast, draft who they think will be first time All Stars this season, and bring in Fred Katz to help preview the NBA Season. To end the show Alex hosts another edition of Andrew vs. the Beat, where Andrew and Fred go head to head in a fun trivia competition. Host: Andrew Schlecht With: Alex Speers and Fred Katz Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 19, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Get ready for the NBA season with the all-new Athletic NBA Daily podcast! Catch up on the biggest games, stories, and news from around the league in just 20 minutes! Hosted by Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Esfandiar Baraheni, with frequent appearances from The Athletic's award-winning NBA reporters, NBA Daily will break down the biggest highlights from a jam-packed week of dunks, blocks, and buzzer beaters. And, to get your weekend hoops fix, Andrew Schlect and Alex Speers will host the Saturday ...
Oct 18, 2024•24 sec•Transcript available on Metacast Zena Keita and Dave DuFour preview the Western Conference! Can Dallas make another Finals run? Is it revenge season for Nikola Jokić? Which rookie will make the biggest impact? -Follow Dave on X/Twitter: @davedufournba -Follow Zena on X/Twitter: @itszenakeita Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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