OKC outmaneuvers HOU as Chris Paul again gets the better of James Harden in crunchtime (0:00). The Lakers jump out 15-0 and never look back as Portland leaves its best card in the deck (23:00). Indiana gets swept, we take stock of what went wrong for them in the series and what it means for their future (29:40). Brett Brown’s inevitable firing occurs in Philly (41:45). Starting September 8, Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, and we’re offering new bonus content as well. Sign up f...
Aug 25, 2020•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast A massive breakdown of DAL/LAC, including Luka’s crazy game-winner and all the machinations down the stretch in a brilliant series. The first ever NBA playoff game with 2 players scoring 50 points and Donovan Mitchell becoming the third player ever to score 50 twice in a series. 37’ Is Lu Dort the antidote to James Harden? And how can the Thunder use him and stay good enough on offense? 1:02. LeBron James uncorks his first big game of the playoffs, what can Portland do to respond on offense? 1:1...
Aug 24, 2020•2 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast How do the lottery results change the landscape of the league? And we start talking about who these teams should take. The first two and last two games of the day had similar themes to one another. In MIA/IND (15') and HOU/OKC, the Game 1 losers couldn’t adjust to switching defenses. In LAL/POR (40') and MIL/ORL, the favorites got right by just executing better rather than major adjustments. Starting September 8, Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, and we’re offering new bonus con...
Aug 21, 2020•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dallas has been the better team through two games against the Clippers. Any concern for them? Utah has definitely been the better team through 2 games against Denver, can the Nuggets turn that around? (22’) Is Philly drawing dead against Boston? (39’) Brooklyn/Toronto had some interesting strategic wrinkles. (54’) Plus we review the situation for the lottery. (59’) Starting September 8, Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, and we’re offering new bonus content as well. Sign up for o...
Aug 20, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast Starting September 8, Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, and we’re offering new bonus content as well. Sign up for our presale and get one-time only pricing as a Founding Membe r, plus get locked in at that price going forward.. If you don’t want to listen to this full explanation, please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this . With Nate Duncan ( @NateDuncanNBA and Danny Leroux @DannyLeroux ). Get 35% off a yearly membership to Dunc’d On Prime with code...
Aug 19, 2020•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Huge pod with in-depth breakdowns of four Game 1s and proposed adjustments for each team, plus a big announcement about the future of Dunc’d On (see below). POR/LAL. What about the Lakers’ struggles are worrisome, and what is noise? ORL/MIL. Is Milwaukee in trouble, is Orlando a bad matchup, or is this just a bad game? 26’ HOU/OKC. Why this one played out the way we anticipated. Will that change? 43’ MIA/IND Can Indiana make any adjustments to beat Miami’s switching defense? 1:00. You can subscr...
Aug 19, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Transcript available on Metacast In-depth breakdowns of the 3 big games today. We go long on the OT classic between Denver and Utah, Jamal Murray’s crazy ending and Donovan Mitchell’s 57. The main strategic elements of the Clippers’ win over Dallas and potential adjustments. (32') Boston’s win over Philly was according to form, but how does Gordon Hayward’s injury impact the series going forward? 52' You can subscribe by searching “Dunc’d On” on your favorite podcast player. And if you like this pod and want additional bonus co...
Aug 18, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast A look ahead at what to expect in the matchups between UTA/DEN (0:00), PHI/BOS (26:24), and OKC/HOU (45:05). We break down what to expect on both sides of the ball for each team. You can subscribe by searching “Dunc’d On” on your favorite podcast player. And if you like this pod and want additional bonus content, please subscribe to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux . With Nate Duncan ( @NateDuncanNBA and Danny Leroux @DannyLeroux ). Get 35% off a yearly membership to Dunc’d On ...
Aug 16, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Transcript available on Metacast The first ever play-in game, as Dame and CJ power Portland into the playoffs against a game Memphis team. Sacramento makes a needed front office change, but the process remains awful. Chicago and New Orleans move on from their coaches. A look ahead at what to expect in the matchups between LAL/POR, LAC/DAL, MIL/ORL, and BRK/TOR. We break down what to expect on both sides of the ball for each team. You can subscribe by searching “Dunc’d On” on your favorite podcast player. And if you like this po...
Aug 16, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dame Lillard does it again vs the Nets, dragging the Blazers to another crazy win. We go in-depth on how they did it. Memphis takes care of business against the Bucks (Fawns?) with TWO triple-doubles in the same game. We look ahead to Memphis and Portland in the play-in. And while Phoenix is going home after an 8-0 run, they are amply represented in our bubble awards. We pick bubble MVP, first- and second-teams, coach, most surprising/disappointing teams and players, best win, worst lost, and be...
Aug 14, 2020•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mike Muscala hits his biggest shot ever for the Sixers, as OKC loses their draft pick to Philly with a hilarious 22-point 4th quarter comeback with their reserves. We run through the rest of the day’s results and seedings with a playoff picture that is suddenly set except the play-in, and catch up on news. Then we get an unexpected start on playoff previews, looking at Miami and Indiana in the 4-5 matchup in the East and picking a winner. And don’t forget! Nate and Danny will be broadcasting Buc...
Aug 13, 2020•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Damian Lillard gets his 3rd 60-point game of the season in another virtuoso performance to put Portland in command for the 8th seed. We run through the West playoff picture with one game remaining. Memphis falls to 1-6 as Ja Morant can’t carry them to victory against a Boston team firing on all cylinders. TJ Warren and Jimmy Butler match up and the Heat get the better of the Pacers going into their likely first-round matchup. And don’t forget! Nate and Danny will be broadcasting Heat/Thunder at ...
Aug 12, 2020•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast We look at all 22 teams in the bubble and catch you up on their performances to date, playoff chances, who is playing well, and much more. And don’t forget! Nate and Danny will be broadcasting Celtics/Grizz on NBA League Pass at 5 ET on Tuesday, and Heat/Thunder at 8 ET on Wednesday. You can subscribe by searching “Dunc’d On” on your favorite podcast player. And if you like this pod and want additional bonus content, please subscribe to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux . With N...
Aug 10, 2020•1 hr 28 min•Transcript available on Metacast A deep dive on a really fun Phoenix/Indiana game, as we get a chance to discuss one of the best wing defense games we’ve seen all year, plus discuss the improvement of Deandre Ayton. New Orleans blew a golden chance to improve their positioning against Sacramento as they give up 140. Dame Lillard is playing at an incredibly high level with 45 and 12 vs Denver. Plus a wrap on the latest news and playoff scenarios. And don’t forget! Nate and Danny will be broadcasting Jazz/Spurs on NBA League Pass...
Aug 07, 2020•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast Rockets forward DeMarre Carroll joins at 16:40. He gives some unique insight into the Rockets’ strategy in that crazy game against the Bucks. We also get into what inspired him to change his game to save his career, how he had a sudden jump in his free throw attempts late in his career, the great organizations he’s played for, and how he approaches his role on the Rockets. Plus his Carroll Family Foundation for Pediatric Liver Disease and Disorders . But before that, Danny joins to discuss Utah’...
Aug 06, 2020•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast Miami’s defense looks dominant, while Bam Adebayo had a dominant game himself against Boston’s small unit. Devin Booker hits a ridiculous game-winner against the Clippers in a high-level game for both teams. Luka Doncic impresses...defensively, as the Mavs get their first win vs the Kings. Plus we talk about the West picture in the news Jaren Jackson, Jr. is done for the season. Don’t forget! Nate and Danny will be broadcasting Jazz/Grizz on NBA League Pass at 2:30 ET on Wednesday. You can subsc...
Aug 05, 2020•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Philly withstands a huge 43-point 4th quarter from San Antonio to secure a crucial win and deny the hot-shooting Spurs and Derrick White. Michael Porter Jr. looks like the guy who was once the number one prospect in the 2018 draft, and Jokic continues to dominate the Thunder. Is Zion Williamson starting to find his groove? And why did Ja Morant go 5-21 from the field in the loss to the Pels. What does the lower end of the West playoff picture look like? Plus a quick wrap on the rest of the games...
Aug 04, 2020•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Don’t forget! Nate and Danny will be broadcasting Spurs/Sixers on NBA League Pass at 8 ET on Monday. If you don't have League Pass, here’s a link to buy the single game. A ton on the fascinating strategic matchup between Houston and Milwaukee and the last 2 MVPs. PHI/IND as Warren drops 53. We also hit on BOS/POR, Memphis losing another close one to the Spurs, and every other game from this weekend before discussing the playoff race in the rapidly evolving bubble. You can subscribe by searching ...
Aug 03, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast Don’t forget! Nate and Danny will be broadcasting Spurs/Sixers on NBA League Pass at 8 ET on Monday. If you don't have league pass, here's a link to buy the single game . We hit on five huge games, including Houston pulling out a game with 0.5% win expectancy, Portland keeping their playoff hopes alive with an OT defeat of Memphis, the Spurs dealing a potentially mortal blow to the Kings, plus quick hitters on ORL/BRK and MIL/BOS. You can subscribe by searching “Dunc’d On” on your favorite podca...
Aug 01, 2020•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Don’t forget! Nate and Danny will be broadcasting 2 games on NBA League Pass in the bubble, Magic/Nets at 2:30 ET on Friday and Sixers/Spurs at 8 ET on Monday. If you don't have league pass, here's a link to buy the single game . We are back to basketball with 2 fantastic games. Lakers/Clippers went down to the wire, we break down how the Lakers pulled it out and also how the important players looked as we look ahead to a potential playoff matchup. New Orleans/Utah was a huge game for both teams...
Jul 31, 2020•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Huge News! Nate and Danny will be broadcasting 2 games on NBA League Pass in the bubble, Magic/Nets at 2:30 ET on Friday and Sixers/Spurs at 8 ET on Monday. If you don't have league pass, here's a link to buy the single game . Then a repost of our Awards picks from just before the season shut down. Includes all the major NBA awards like MVP, All-NBA, 6MOY, DPOY, COY, ROY, EOY, plus our created awards including Best Sophomore, Biggest Surprise and Disappointment, Not Executive of the Year, and mo...
Jul 30, 2020•2 hr 35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Huge News! Nate and Danny will be broadcasting 2 games on NBA League Pass in the bubble, Magic/Nets at 2:30 ET on Friday and Sixers/Spurs at 8 ET on Monday. More details on how to listen coming in the next episode. The pod includes the latest news, including how some of the rotations are shaking out in the bubble, injuries and illnesses, Tom Thibodeau to NY, and more on the league’s financials for next season. Then an evaluation of the season for every young player on the Pelicans, Spurs, and Ro...
Jul 28, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Transcript available on Metacast Wes Wilcox, NBATV analyst and former Hawks Executive joins. He puts on his GM hat to discuss what teams are thinking about during the restart, the interesting teams this offseason, what he’s proud of from his Hawks tenure and what he learned that he could improve on. Wes and Nate also discuss Sports Business Classroom and the time Nate interviewed with the Hawks. Then the latest news, followed by an evaluation of the season for every young player on the Grizzlies and Mavericks with Danny. Danny ...
Jul 24, 2020•1 hr 27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Larry Coon joins to discuss the finances of the 2020-21 season and our Sports Business Classroom endeavor. The NBA announces zero positive tests from inside the bubble, plus our best information on who has yet to join. Then, evaluating the season for every young player on the Hornets and Magic. Danny and Nate sum up where each player got better, what they have to work on, and where applicable give a rating for player’s improvement. You can subscribe by searching “Dunc’d On” on your favorite podc...
Jul 21, 2020•2 hr 32 min•Transcript available on Metacast No positive tests in the bubble so far apparently. Plus a rundown of injuries and absences and a look at the financial challenges for 20-21. Then, evaluating the season for every young player on the Hawks, Heat, and Wizards. Danny and Nate sum up where each player got better, what they have to work on, and where applicable give a rating for player’s improvement. You can subscribe by searching “Dunc’d On” on your favorite podcast player. And if you like this pod and want additional bonus content,...
Jul 17, 2020•2 hr 30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Evaluating the season for every young player in the Atlantic Division. Danny and Nate sum up where each player got better, what they have to work on, and where applicable give a rating for player’s improvement. You can subscribe by searching “Dunc’d On” on your favorite podcast player. And if you like this pod and want additional bonus content, please subscribe to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux . Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com , sponsors list also available at Nat...
Jul 13, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Evaluating the season for every young player in the Northwest Division. Danny and Nate sum up where each player got better, what they have to work on, and where applicable give a rating for player’s improvement. You can subscribe by searching “Dunc’d On” on your favorite podcast player. And if you like this pod and want additional bonus content, please subscribe to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux . Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com , sponsors list also available at Na...
Jul 10, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Evaluating the season for every young player in the Central Division. Danny and Nate sum up where each player got better, what they have to work on, and where applicable give a rating for player’s improvement. You can subscribe by searching “Dunc’d On” on your favorite podcast player. And if you like this pod and want additional bonus content, please subscribe to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux . Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com , sponsors list also available at Nate...
Jul 07, 2020•1 hr 27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Evaluating the season for every young player in the Pacific Division. Danny and Nate sum up where each player got better, what they have to work on, and where applicable give a rating for player’s improvement. We even pore through G-League stats and film when necessary. Then a news segment. How does the news of a COVID outbreak in the MLS bubble affect the NBA? Plus the latest roster moves. You can subscribe by searching “Dunc’d On” on your favorite podcast player. And if you like this pod and w...
Jul 02, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Veteran political reporter Perry Bacon, Jr. of FiveThirtyEight.com applies his ample knowledge of how the reporting game is played to the NBA. He and Nate discuss: When to trust or question stories that cite unnamed sources. Why sources leak stories to certain reporters. How the importance of “newsbreaking” affects how stories are reported. They also discuss Perry’s ideas for improving minority hiring in the NFL and how those could apply to the NBA. Then Danny is back to discuss the early return...
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