The NBA is taking the night off for Election Day and that means it's time to figure out what's Real or Fake in the Association. Jake Madison ( @LockedOnPelicans ) and John Karalis ( @LockedOnCeltics ) look at if Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavs are a top team in the West. What about Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers in the East? Are the Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns struggles real or fake? Are the poor seasons for Trae Young and Julius Randle real or fake? And has Anthony Edwards taken th...
Nov 08, 2023•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Moore and Swipa Cam break down all the action from a wild Monday in the NBA. The Boston Celtics are no longer undefeated as the Minnesota Timberwolves now have wins over the Celtics and Nuggets following Anthony Edwards' incredible performance in an overtime thriller. Joel Embiid smashes the Wizards with 49 points in a blowout win. The Clippers lose Harden's debut, the Nuggets storm back again at home, the Rockets get a big win over the Kings, and more! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors...
Nov 07, 2023•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jackson Gatlin ( @Locked On Rockets ) is joined by John Mitchell ( @Locked On 76ers ) to discuss the trade return for Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden and PJ Tucker, how role players like Robert Covington and Nicolas Batum fit in Philly, rumors of the Sixers pursuing one of Zach Lavine or OG Anunoby with the assets from the Harden trade, and how Nick Nurse has unlocked different things offensively with this 76ers team. Then, Jeff Garcia ( @Locked On Spurs ) stops by to talk about Victor Wemb...
Nov 06, 2023•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Victor Wembanyama set a new career high with 38 points to lead the Spurs to a win over Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and the Suns. Are the Spurs already playoff contenders? Plus, do the Raptors have to lean all the way into the Scottie Barnes era, and if they do, what does that look like? Wes Goldberg and Adam Mares discuss Thursday night's NBA action and break down the teams in the most trouble. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Go to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedo...
Nov 03, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Los Angeles Clippers, how did Lebron James & Anthony Davis outduel Paul George & Kawhi Leonard? Are the Memphis Grizzlies in trouble? Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit, Locked On Mavs) & PatTheDesigner ( @PatTheDeisgner , Locked On Bulls) breakdown the Lakers vs Clippers game, ask if the Grizzlies are in trouble after an 0-5 start, and then they play COUNT IT UP where they talk about the most interesting and fun things in the NBA. 0:00 Lakers vs Clippers, Lebron Wins Ou...
Nov 02, 2023•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Los Angeles are going all in to pair James Harden with Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and Russell Westbrook but how much does it move the needle? Jake Madison ( @LockedOnPelicans ) and John Karalis ( @LockedOnCeltics ) breakdown the blockbuster trade. Plus, what does this mean for the Philadelphia 76ers? Can Tyrese Maxey become a star player and will Joel Embiid be patient? And they play Real or Fake: The Spurs will be title contenders by Victor Wembanyama's third year in the league. Follow & S...
Nov 01, 2023•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the dead of night, James Harden was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers from the Philadelphia 76ers. Is this the right player to pair with Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and Russell Westbrook? What's next for Joel Embiid with the Sixers? Nick Angstadt @LockedOnMavericks & Matt Moore @LockedOnNuggets breakdown the James Harden trade and explain what it means for both sides. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 Locked On Mavericks Podcast 🎧 Locked On Nuggets Podcast Locked On NBA League...
Oct 31, 2023•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Tony East and David Ramil break down the action from Monday's night slate of games, and which player - Cam Thomas, Dejounte Murray, or Deandre Ayton - will be able to sustain their early-season success. Plus, with James Harden returning to the 76ers bench over the weekend, will we soon see a resolution to the saga in Philadelphia? And the NBA revealed new court designs that will be utilized during the inaugural In-Season Tournament but will these designs actually work? Support Us By Supporting O...
Oct 31, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jackson Gatlin ( @Locked On Rockets ) is joined by Matt Moore ( @Locked On Nuggets ) to discuss the Denver Nuggets start of their title defense with an opening night statement win after their championship ring ceremony and banner unveiling against LeBron James, Anthony Davis & the Los Angeles Lakers, how the Nuggets were able to shutdown AD, why Nikola Jokic is the most unguardable player in the NBA, and the story behind the "whose your daddy" chants at Ball Arena. Then, PatTheDesigner ( @Locked...
Oct 30, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Damian Lillard comes up clutch in his Milwaukee Bucks debut. What did we learn about the new-look Bucks and his two-man game with Giannis? Wes Goldberg and Adam Mares discuss. Plus, LeBron James and Kevin Durant faced off for the first time since 2018. Who had the edge? And is it time to start the MVP conversation for Devin Booker already? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Dave Dave is the banking app that’s leveling the financial playing field. Download Dave today at Dave.com/LOCKEDONNBA ....
Oct 27, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Victor Wembanyama's debut was spoiled in San Antonio Spurs vs Dallas Mavericks game as Luka Doncic & Dereck Lively II went crazy. Then Kristaps Porzingis' debut for the Boston Celtics came down to the wire as Jayson Tatum filled it up again. Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit, Locked On Mavs) & PatTheDesigner ( @PatTheDeisgner , Locked On Bulls) breakdown Victor Wembanyama's debut for the Spurs, Kristaps Porzingis' debut for the Celtics, and the James Harden trade that the Los Angeles Clippers are back...
Oct 26, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast The NBA season is underway! Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets continued on in championship form while Devin Bookers looks like a point guard in the Phoenix Suns win over the Golden State Warriors. Jake Madison ( @LockedOnPelicans ) and John Karalis ( @LockedOnCeltics ) break down opening night. Plus, they play Real or Fake: Can the Los Angeles Lakers make a deep playoff run if LeBron James plays under 30 minutes. Or does that hinge on Anthony Davis? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…...
Oct 25, 2023•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Lots of players get the bag as rookie extension season comes to a close. Matt Moore and David Ramil break down the winners and losers from the array of new deals for young stars and role players in the NBA. It's opening night! The pair break down Lakers-Nuggets and Suns-Warriors, then give their picks for the NBA title and all the awards for this upcoming season. The NBA Season is here! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Dave Dave is the banking app that’s leveling the financial playing fiel...
Oct 24, 2023•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jackson Gatlin ( @Locked On Rockets ) is joined by Kane Pitman ( @Locked On Bucks ) to discuss Milwaukee Bucks assistant coach Terry Stotts stepping down after an incident with head coach Adrian Griffin at practice, the odd dynamic between Griffin/Stotts, how Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard have looked so far as a duo, expectations for Bucks offense and defense, and Milwaukee's biggest question going into the season. Then, John Karalis ( @Locked On Celtics ) to share how dominant the Bo...
Oct 23, 2023•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast We make our predictions for the NBA's end-of-season awards by pinning the FanDuel favorites against the field. Who wins MVP? Has Defensive Player of the Year already been decided by the national media? Does anyone care about Most Improved? Then we hand out our custom awards for NBA Hipster Player of the Year and Scapegoat of the Year before ranking our top five "true" league pass teams. Hosts: Wes Goldberg, Adam Mares Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Jase Medical Get $20 off these lifesavi...
Oct 20, 2023•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Which of these NBA teams will get the #1 Pick in the NBA Draft? Will the Detroit Pistons, Portland Trail Blazers, San Antonio Spurs, Washington Wizards, or Charlotte Hornets surprise people this year? Tenitra Batiste is joined by Mike Richman (Locked On Blazers), Jeff Garcia (Locked On Spurs), Brandon Scott (Locked On Wizards), Doug Branson (Locked On Hornets), and then Ku Khahil (Locked On Pistons). What will Scoot Henderson look like in Year 1? Can Victor Wembanyama live up to the hype? Can Jo...
Oct 19, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast What’s the next step for these NBA Teams? How will the Atlanta Hawks, Chicago Bulls, Utah Jazz, Orlando Magic, and Houston Rockets move forward? Tenitra Batiste is joined by Brad Rowland (Locked On Hawks), David Locke (Locked On Jazz), PatTheDesigner (Locked On Bulls), Phillip Rossman-Reich (Locked On Magic), and Jackson Gatlin (Locked On Rockets). Can Trae Young and Dejounte Murray work together? Can Zach LaVine & DeMarr DeRozan bounce back? What are Paolo Banchero & Franz Wagner capable of in ...
Oct 19, 2023•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Which of these NBA teams will take a leap? Can the Sacramento Kings, New York Knicks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Indiana Pacers take the next step? Tenitra Batiste is joined by Tony East (Locked On Pacers), Gavin Schall (Locked On Knicks), Rylan Stiles (Locked On Thunder), Matt George (Locked On Kings), and Ben Beecken (Locked On Wolves). Where can Jalen Brunson & Julius Randle take the Knicks this season? What will Chet Holmgren bring to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the T...
Oct 19, 2023•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast When will we know what these NBA are this year? Which questions will the Dallas Mavericks, Toronto Raptors, New Orleans Pelicans, Memphis Grizzlies, and Brooklyn Nets answer this season? Tenitra Batiste is joined by Sean Woodley (Locked On Raptors), Jake Madison (Locked On Pelicans), Nick Angstadt (Locked On Mavs), Doug Norris (Locked On Nets), and Joe Mullinax (Locked On Grizzlies). Can Luka Doncic & Kyrie Irving bounce back? Who else emerges with Pascal Siakam on the Raptors? Can Zion Williams...
Oct 19, 2023•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are any of these teams real NBA contenders? Could the Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Cleveland Cavaliers, or (dare we say) the Philadelphia 76ers emerge as threats to win the NBA Title? Tenitra Batiste is joined by Brian Kamenetzky (Locked On Lakers), Cyrus Saatsaz (Locked On Warriors), Keith Pompey (Locked On 76ers), Darian Vaziri (Locked On Clippers), and Evan Dammarell (Locked On Cavaliers) to preview the NBA Season. Can Lebron James & Anthony Davis get the L...
Oct 19, 2023•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Who are the real contenders in the NBA this season? Will the Denver Nuggets, Boston Celtics, Milwaukee Bucks, Phoenix Suns, or Miami Heat emerge as the NBA Title Favorite? Tenitra Batiste is joined by Adam Mares (Locked On Nuggets), Wes Goldberg (Locked On Heat), John Karalis (Locked On Celtics), Brendon Kleen (Locked On Suns), and Kane Pitman (Locked On Bucks) to discuss which team will be the NBA Champion this year. Will Nikola Jokic dominate the NBA again? Could the Jimmy Butler and the Heat ...
Oct 19, 2023•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast It feels like James Harden is never going to get traded... Will the Philadelphia 76ers have to settle for the Los Angeles Clippers offer? Will Victor Wembanyama live up to the hype? Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit, Locked On Mavs) & PatTheDesigner ( @PatTheDeisgner , Locked On Bulls) discuss who the NBA's Main Characters will be in the 2023-24 Season. When will the Harden saga end? What's in store for Wembanyama? What will happen to the Memphis Grizzlies when Ja Morant returns? Will Luka Doncic's se...
Oct 19, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Reports say James Harden has been professional for the Philadelphia 76ers but will it actually last if he isn't traded? Jake Madison (@LockedonPelicans) and Tony East (@LockedOnPacers) play Real or Fake. Plus, Kevin Porter Jr was traded from the Houston Rockets to the Oklahoma City Thunder but in the wake of the domestic violence allegations something about the deal feels gross. And will anyone else be dealt before the season starts like Malcolm Brogdon or Buddy Hield? Support Us By Supporting O...
Oct 18, 2023•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Moore and David Ramil break down all things NBA in the week before the season begins. The Mavericks went on a long overseas trip and are already dealing with injuries. Are these real worrisome signs or just preseason nonsense? Calvin Booth has some candid comments about the Nuggets. What do they mean for MPJ and how teams build rosters to compete for multiple championships? Plus, a look at five teams who are "going places" this season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Jase Medical Get...
Oct 17, 2023•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jackson Gatlin ( @Locked On Rockets ) is joined by Richard Stayman ( @Locked On NBA Big Board ) to discuss San Antonio Spurs young star Victor Wembanyama living up to the hype through a couple of preseason games, what makes him such a terror on both sides of the court, expectations for the Rookie of the Year award, and can Wemby lift the Spurs to relevancy as soon as this season. Then, Walker Mehl ( @Locked On Hornets ) stops in to break down the latest issues for the Charlotte Hornets, with pro...
Oct 16, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Is Nikola Jokic or Giannis Antetokounmpo the best player in the NBA? Wes Goldberg and Adam Mares debate ESPN's Top 10 and who should be higher and lower on their list. Plus, will the NBA's efforts to curb load management work? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Jase Medical Get $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com . Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first pur...
Oct 13, 2023•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ja Morant fell from #9 to #35 on ESPN's Top 100 NBA Player List, why is the Memphis Grizzlies player being overlooked? Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit, Locked On Mavs) & PatTheDesigner ( @PatTheDeisgner , Locked On Bulls) discuss Ja Morant's ranking in the ESPN Top 100, the NBA GM Survey, and Kai Jones' Trade Request. Why did Ja fall so far? And what's the point of Lists... Where is the NBA GM Survey right about the Philadelphia 76ers but wrong about the Miami Heat? Then they play COUNT IT UP where ...
Oct 12, 2023•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Victor Wembanyama made his NBA debut for the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night and look very good. John Karalis ( @LockedOnCeltics ) and Jake Madison ( @LockedOnPelicans ) break down what to expect from the number 1 overall pick and look at his rookie of the year chances compared to Chet Holmgren. Plus they play Real or Fake: Does Luka Doncic's injury mean the Dallas Mavericks have already lost home court advantage? And the annual NBA GM survey is out and they go over the results. Follow & Subsc...
Oct 11, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Preseason is here and everyone's feeling great. The vibes are immaculate across the league and everyone's excited to play. But can you carry that energy into consistent habits? Matt Moore and David Ramil debate whether preseason vibes really matter and how teams can make them matter. Chet Holmgren faces Victor Wembanyama in a preseason tilt. Who will have the better season this year? Plus, Matt has a relatively wild James Harden trade idea that's sure to make two fanbases mad. Support Us By Supp...
Oct 10, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jackson Gatlin ( @Locked On Rockets ) is joined by Keith Pompey (@Locked On 76ers) to discuss the latest reporting and trade rumors concerning Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden and his future with the organization, why James did not report to training camp right away, how his beef is exclusively with Sixers president Daryl Morey, if there is any chance of salvaging the situation, and what Philly is looking for in a Harden trade package. Then, Darian Vaziri (@Locked On Clippers) swings by for ...
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