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Timberwolves Send the Suns Home in a Sweep

Logan, Howard, and Raja praise the Timberwolves for advancing to the second round and discuss the ramifications that are coming up for the Suns

By Logan Murdock, Howard Beck, and 1 more April 29

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The Nuggets’ Greatness, Embiid’s 50-Ball, and Suns in Trouble

Logan and Howard dive into the Nuggets’ win on Friday over the Lakers and reflect on Joel Embiid leading the 76ers to victory through injury

By Logan Murdock and Howard Beck April 26

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One Burning Question for Each Game 1 of Opening Playoffs Weekend

Jomi joins Logan, Howard, and Raja to walk through all of the Game 1s before they answer some listener questions

By Logan Murdock, Howard Beck, and 2 more April 22

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‘Real Ones’ Playoff Preview and Jontay Porter Banned From the NBA

The guys preview the no. 7 Sixers facing the no. 2 Knicks, and the no. 7 Lakers facing the no. 2 Denver Nuggets

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell April 19

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Previewing the Play-In Tournament Games. Plus, Can the Pacers Upset the Bucks?

Logan, Raja, and Howard discuss the upcoming play-in tournament matchups and how the pool of veteran superstars pitted against young talent will shake out

By Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and 1 more April 15

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Is the Playoff Race Still Wide-Open? Plus, NBA Dynasties Vs. Competitive Balance.

Howard and Raja also react to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s calf injury, the Mavs’ 50 wins behind Luka Doncic’s MVP-level play, and Lindsey Harding’s interview for an NBA head-coaching position

By Howard Beck and Raja Bell April 11

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2024 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Inductees and the MVP Awards Race

Howard Beck and Raja Bell take a look at the recently announced Naismith Hall of Fame inductees and dive into the MVP awards race

By Howard Beck and Raja Bell April 8

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The Disappointing Milwaukee Bucks and Beefing NBA Owners

Plus, Logan and Raja talk about their Real Ones of the Week

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell April 4

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What Will the Lakers Do Post-LeBron? Plus, the Red-Hot Mavs and Rockets.

Following LeBron James’s dominant performance against the Nets, Logan and Raja discuss how the Lakers will adjust after he retires

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell April 1

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Is the NCAA Still Effective at Developing Prospects? Plus, Sue Bird on the Rapid Ascent of Women’s Basketball.

And later, more on how the game is growing through player-led media platforms, what makes Sabrina Ionescu such a special star, and much more

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell March 28

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The Unfair Michael Jordan–Anthony Edwards Comparisons and Adam Silver’s Legacy as an NBA Commissioner

Plus, it’s Mailbag Monday!

By Logan Murdock and Howard Beck March 25

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Joel Embiid Chooses Team USA Over France, and LeBron Enters the Podcast Space

Logan and Howard also discuss the current state of international recruiting and the future of Team USA’s program

By Logan Murdock and Howard Beck March 21

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Kyrie Irving’s Wild Buzzer-Beater and Why the Mavs Could Be the Most Dangerous Play-In Team. Plus, the Perils of Instant Replay.

Logan and Howard discuss Kyrie Irving’s unbelievable left-handed game-winning shot to beat the Denver Nuggets and how the Western play-in tournament is shaping up to be one of the closest postseason races in recent years

By Logan Murdock and Howard Beck March 18

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Checking In on the Western Conference Play-In Pool. Plus, KD’s Legacy and Ascent on the All-Time Scoring List.

Logan and Raja also discuss the Kings’ ongoing dominance of the Lakers

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell March 14

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Is This the Clippers’ Last Chance at a Championship?

And later, talk of the NBA’s recent fining of Rudy Gobert, some extra thoughts on NBA officiating, and more

By Logan Murdock March 11

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The Tight Western Conference Playoff Race and Hot Seats for Jason Kidd and Darvin Ham. Plus, Another Disappointing Ben Simmons Season.

The guys also discuss how the play-in tournament is shaking out and which teams at the bottom of the standings can potentially make some noise in the postseason

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell March 7

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The MVP Race, and Where Does LeBron Fall on the All-Time Lakers List?

J.A. Adande joins Logan to talk about LeBron’s historic 40,000 points

By Logan Murdock March 4

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How Important Is the Lakers’ Comeback Against the Clippers?

The guys also chat about how the Denver Nuggets are ramping up

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell February 29

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How Basketball Media Consumption and Discourse Have Changed Over the Years. Plus, Giannis’s Place in NBA History.

Logan, Raja, and Howard discuss how basketball (and basketball media) is consumed in the modern age and talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s place among the league’s all-time players

By Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and 1 more February 26

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The Disappointing State of All-Star Weekend. Plus, Is It Time for the Bucks to Panic?

There’s also talk of the lackluster start to Doc Rivers’s tenure with the Milwaukee Bucks, some questions that could define the back half of the season, and more

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell February 22

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Why Fighting in the NBA Is (Mostly) Extinct, and Advice for Young All-Stars

Plus, the guys close with their Real Ones of the Week

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell February 15

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Do the Warriors Still Have What It Takes to Make a Late-Season Run? Plus, Kobe’s Statue Reveal.

Logan, Raja, and Howard discuss what to make of the Golden State Warriors at this point in the season

By Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and 1 more February 12

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The Current State of LeBron With the Lakers

Logan and Howard ponder what the future could hold for the aging superstar and whether or not he will remain a Laker after this season

By Logan Murdock and Howard Beck February 5

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Dame and KD Return to Their Former Teams, and Why the New Player Participation Rule Is Flawed

Plus, the guys discuss their Real Ones of the Week!

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell February 1

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LeBron and Steph’s Historic Rivalry and the Explosion of Individual Scoring in the Modern NBA

Plus, the guys get into a little Mailbag Monday!

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell January 29

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Why Doc Rivers Is an Upgrade for the Bucks and What It’s Like to Deal With Trade Rumors as a Player

Plus, the guys give with their Real Ones of the Week

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell January 25

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Does Kevin Durant Belong in the GOAT Discussion? Plus, Mailbag Monday!

The guys also chat about Udonis Haslem’s jersey retirement

By Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and 1 more January 22

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Are the Pacers a Finals Contender With Pascal Siakam? Plus, the Most Interesting Trade Targets and Potential Destinations.

The guys also talk about what it takes to be a coach in the NBA and why the assistants are the unsung heroes

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell January 18

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What Is Going On With Recent NBA Officiating? Plus, Tyronn Lue’s Phenomenal Coaching.

Logan and Raja discuss Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic’s postgame rant and the incredible job head coach Tyronn Lue is currently doing with the Clippers

By Logan Murdock and Raja Bell January 11