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Jan 12, 2021
Episode | Date |
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Al Jefferson was a PROBLEM
5591
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Tina Charles situation, check-in on WNBA contenders, recap the NBA Draft, and react to John Wall's buyout and signing plans.
TIMESTAMPS
2:30 -- Tina Charles discussion
11:00 -- Contender check-in
30:10 -- Rookie of the Year discussion
38:00 -- Nets discussion
45:20 -- Hornets/Steve Clifford reunion
50:30 -- John Wall discussion
1:00:00 -- NBA Draft recap
1:18:10 -- Dejounte Murray discussion
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Jun 28, 2022 |
Tag The Roll
9119
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler (WNBA.com, Tag The Roll) and Jake Rosen (Cerebro Sports, Tag The Roll) to dig into the 2022 NBA draft class.
TIMESTAMPS
2:10 — WNBA discussion
25:20 — Scouting philosophy
52:15 — Guards
1:28:30 — Wings
1:52:00 — Frontcourt
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Jun 21, 2022 |
Y'all Gon' Get This Title
4055
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their final thoughts of the 2021-22 season (0:30), examine the Christian Wood trade (45:00), then bounce around (52:40).
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Jun 17, 2022 |
#BigMaple
3950
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. offer takeaways from the WNBA's weekend and early All-Star voting (2:05), then react to Golden State's 104-94 win over the Boston Celtics (26:00).
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Jun 14, 2022 |
Steph Flurry
2772
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr discuss the Golden State Warriors' series-tying 107-97 victory over the Boston Celtics (1:00), then react to the Charlotte Hornets hiring Kenny Atkinson (36:00).
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Jun 11, 2022 |
Give Me Liberty + Game 3 Reaction
4257
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the latest WNBA news (1:10), then dig into Game 3 of the NBA Finals (12:30).
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Jun 09, 2022 |
Brittney Sykes + Game 2 Thoughts
6363
Before breaking down Game 2 of the NBA Finals, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Los Angeles Sparks guard Brittney Sykes to talk all things defense.
TIMESTAMPS
0:50 -- Brittney Sykes conversation + WNBA check-in
43:20 -- Celtics-Warriors
1:29:20 -- NBA news (Jazz, Suns/Ayton)
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Jun 07, 2022 |
Al Scoreford
3035
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Boston Celtics' Game 1 victory over the Golden State Warriors.
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Jun 03, 2022 |
NBA Finals Preview
6077
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give WNBA takeaways from the weekend (1:35), salute the Miami Heat for their run (29:20), then preview the NBA Finals (46:00).
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May 31, 2022 |
Conference Finals Mailbag
5917
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their thoughts, then answer mailbag questions about each Conference Finals series.
TIMESTAMPS
2:00 -- Heat-Celtics
37:20 -- Warriors-Mavericks
1:07:30 -- General/WNBA mailbag
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May 27, 2022 |
Show Up & Blow Out
3983
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the WNBA, then check in on the Conference Finals.
TIMESTAMPS
1:40 -- WNBA Discussion (Aces, Mercury, Sky, Mystics, Wings)
13:45 -- Tim Connelly to the Wolves
17:25 -- Heat-Celtics
39:10 -- Warriors-Mavericks
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May 24, 2022 |
Herb Your Enthusiasm
5241
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler of WNBA.com to discuss the early portion of the WNBA season, then discuss the NBA's All-Rookie teams and conference finals matchups.
TIMESTAMPS
1:05 -- WNBA discussion
26:30 -- All-Rookie discussion
38:20 -- Heat-Celtics
1:02:10 -- Warriors-Mavericks
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May 20, 2022 |
Young Man & The Three
5932
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by ESPN's JJ Redick to break down the Eastern and Western Conference Finals.
TIMESTAMPS
4:30 -- Bucks send-off
18:20 -- Suns send-off
31:10 -- Heat-Celtics
51:35 -- Warriors-Mavericks
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May 17, 2022 |
Dream and Nightmares
6001
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the Atlanta Dream's hot start, say goodbye to the Philadelphia 76ers, and bounce around the other second-round series.
TIMESTAMPS
1:35 -- Award Talk (Executive of the Year)
4:20 -- WNBA talk (COVID, Lynx, Dream, Mystics)
22:50 -- Heat-Sixers
48:40 -- Celtics-Bucks
1:13:20 -- Grizzlies-Warriors
1:21:30 -- Suns-Mavs
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May 13, 2022 |
Second Round Check-In
6563
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their WNBA opening weekend takes, then check in on the second round of the NBA playoffs.
TIMESTAMPS
1:20 -- Awards talk (MVP, COY)
8:10 -- WNBA opening weekend thoughts
18:00 -- Bucks-Celtics
42:45 -- Heat-Sixers
1:11:10 -- Suns-Mavericks
1:30:25 -- Warriors-Grizzlies
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May 10, 2022 |
Around the W(orld) with Monica McNutt
5472
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by ESPN's Monica McNutt to discuss the second round of the playoffs, as well as preview the upcoming WNBA season.
TIMESTAMPS
3:40 -- Dillon Brooks discussion
9:30 -- Ben Simmons discussion
14:00 -- Suns-Mavericks
27:35 -- Grizzlies-Warriors
43:45 -- Bucks-Celtics
54:35 -- Heat-Celtics
1:03:10 -- WNBA discussion
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May 06, 2022 |
Keeping It 100
5135
For the 100th episode of The Dunker Spot, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their Game 1 takeaways from Round 2.
TIME STAMPS
0:50 -- Saying goodbye (Wolves + Jazz thoughts)
14:45 -- Heat/Sixers
32:50 -- Bucks/Celtics
55:50 -- Warriors/Grizzlies
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May 03, 2022 |
Prepping For Round Two
6609
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on the remaining first-round series, then preview the (confirmed) second-round matchups.
TIMESTAMPS
1:40 -- Sixers/Raptors wrap-up
12:25 -- Suns/Pelicans wrap-up
18:40 -- Heat/Hawks wrap-up
25:20 -- Warriors/Nuggets wrap-up
30:20 -- Bucks/Bulls wrap-up
34:00 -- Grizzlies-Wolves
47:10 -- Jazz-Mavericks
54:10 -- Celtics-Bucks preview
1:09:40 -- Heat-Sixers preview
1:24:40 -- Suns vs Jazz/Mavs
1:32:30 -- Warriors vs Grizzlies/Wolves
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Apr 29, 2022 |
#BigSweep
6564
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. say goodbye to the Brooklyn Nets, then check in on the other first-round series.
TIMESTAMPS
2:05 -- Award talk (Ja Morant MIP)
6:30 -- Nets/Celtics wrap-up + Stan Van Gundy discussion
30:00 -- Pelicans-Suns
43:00 -- Mavs-Jazz
55:20 -- Wolves-Grizzlies
1:10:40 -- Raptors-Sixers
1:22:20 -- Nuggets-Warriors
1:30:10 -- Bulls-Bucks
1:34:50 -- Hawks-Heat
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Apr 26, 2022 |
First Round Check-In
6028
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around with thoughts for each first-round series.
TIME STAMPS
2:00 -- Grizzlies-Wolves
8:30 -- Raptors-Sixers
17:15 -- Bulls-Bucks
33:20 -- Celtics-Nets
54:00 -- Heat-Hawks
1:02:40 -- Pelicans-Suns
1:12:40 -- Jazz-Mavs
1:21:40 -- Nuggets-Warriors
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Apr 22, 2022 |
Game 1 Reactions
7550
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the opening weekend of the playoffs.
0:25 -- Awards talk
3:40 -- Raptors-Sixers
19:50 -- Jazz-Mavericks
34:55 -- Warriors-Nuggets
52:15 -- Wolves-Grizzlies
1:05:10 -- Heat-Hawks
1:16:00 -- Celtics-Nets
1:32:10 -- Bucks-Bulls
1:41:40 -- Suns-Pelicans
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Apr 19, 2022 |
Play-In Weigh-In, Part Two
6281
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. say goodbye to the Hornets and Spurs, then preview the rest of the play-in and playoff matchups.
2:50 -- Spurs/Hornets thoughts
13:30 -- Pelicans-Clippers (+ Suns thoughts)
28:30 -- Hawks-Cavs (+ Heat thoughts)
44:40 -- Nets-Celtics
1:06:50 -- Wolves-Grizzlies
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Apr 15, 2022 |
Play-In Weigh-In
8347
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the first play-in games, then take stock of the 3-6 and 4-5 playoff series.
TIMESTAMPS:
3:45 -- Frank Vogel/Lakers
6:40 -- Cavs-Nets
22:05 -- Clippers-Wolves
37:45 -- Hornets-Hawks
51:15 -- Spurs-Pelicans
1:01:50 -- Bulls-Bucks
1:16:40 -- Nuggets-Warriors
1:35:50 -- Raptors-Sixers
1:57:15 -- Jazz-Mavericks
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Apr 12, 2022 |
Ethical Awards
4329
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their (unofficial) award picks for the 2021-22 season.
TIMESTAMPS:
1:10 -- Raptors-Sixers thoughts
6:20 -- Coach of the Year
12:55 -- Most Improved Player
18:40 -- Sixth Man of the Year
21:55 -- Rookie of the Year
33:30 -- MVP
44:15 -- Defensive Player of the Year
51:30 -- All-NBA teams
56:50 -- All-Defensive teams
1:01:15 -- All-Rookie
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Apr 08, 2022 |
Full Court Press(ing Questions)
6412
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the Lady Gamecocks for their championship journey, then discuss the most pressing questions heading into this year's NBA playoffs.
TIMESTAMPS
1:25 -- South Carolina Gamecocks love
6:35 -- Phoenix Suns
13:40 -- Memphis Grizzlies
24:35 -- Golden State Warriors
33:30 -- Dallas Mavericks
38:20 -- Denver Nuggets
43:00 -- Utah Jazz
56:45 -- Los Angeles Clippers
1:00:15 -- Miami Heat
1:09:25 -- Milwaukee Bucks
1:18:00 -- Philadelphia 76ers
1:24:15 -- Chicago Bulls
1:29:00 -- Toronto Raptors
1:33:10 -- Brooklyn Nets
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Apr 05, 2022 |
Views From The Bottom
7736
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the overtime thriller between the Bucks and Nets, then give their lasting thoughts on the teams outside of the play-in races.
TIMESTAMPS
4:20 -- Bucks-Nets thoughts
19:05 -- Clippers-Jazz (Paul George debut)
26:40 -- New York Knicks
40:05 -- Washington Wizards
52:05 -- Indiana Pacers
1:12:00 -- Orlando Magic
1:22:10 -- Detroit Pistons
1:31:25 -- Sacramento Kings
1:37:25 -- Portland Trail Blazers
1:42:25 -- Oklahoma City Thunder
1:49:20 -- Houston Rockets
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Apr 01, 2022 |
Is Everyone OK?
6296
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on a few playoff/play-in races after a weekend of important games.
TIMESTAMPS
1:40 -- NCAA Tournament takeaways
7:40 -- West Play-in (Spurs, Lakers, Pelicans, Wolves)
29:10 -- East Play-in (Hornets/Nets, Cleveland)
43:45 -- Contender check-in (Suns/Sixers, Heat, Celtics, Bucks)
1:27:00 -- Free Throws
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Mar 29, 2022 |
In The Conversation
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by The Ringer's Seerat Sohi to answer questions about the MVP race, Boston's impenetrable defense (or is it?) and much more from the Dunker Spot Mailbag.
TIMESTAMPS
1:10 -- Kyrie Irving's back full time
4:40 -- Miami Heat sideline fiasco
9:30 -- Mailbag
1:23:35 -- Free Throw segment
· The McDonald’s All American Games are where hype becomes legacy.
· These players are high school athletes today, but they’ll be household names tomorrow. James Harden, Anthony Davis, Candace Parker, Breanna Stewart are all McDAAG alumni.
· This is a big year – the games are back on for the first time since 2019, and returning to their many-time host city of Chicago, celebrating 45 years of legacy and commitment to high school basketball.
· Tune into the games on Tuesday, March 29. The Girls game starts at 6:30p.m. ET on ESPN2 and the boys game begins at 9pm ET on ESPN.
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Mar 25, 2022 |
What Are The Raptors?
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Imman Adan (Dishes & Dimes, Yahoo Sports Canada) to talk about the surging, yet confusing Toronto Raptors.
The McDonald’s All American Games are where hype becomes legacy.
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· This is a big year – the games are back on for the first time since 2019, and returning to their many-time host city of Chicago, celebrating 45 years of legacy and commitment to high school basketball.
· Tune into the games on Tuesday, March 29. The Girls game starts at 6:30p.m. ET on ESPN2 and the boys game begins at 9pm ET on ESPN.
· Catch the games live on March 29 and Jam Fest on March 28, both at Wintrust Arena in Chicago.
· Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster.
· Don’t forget to follow us on social at @mcdaag
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Mar 22, 2022 |
Mailbag Madness
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their initial March Madness thoughts, then dig into the mailbag.
The McDonald’s All American Games are where hype becomes legacy.
· These players are high school athletes today, but they’ll be household names tomorrow. James Harden, Anthony Davis, Candace Parker, Breanna Stewart are all McDAAG alumni.
· This is a big year – the games are back on for the first time since 2019, and returning to their many-time host city of Chicago, celebrating 45 years of legacy and commitment to high school basketball.
· Tune into the games on Tuesday, March 29. The Girls game starts at 6:30p.m. ET on ESPN2 and the boys game begins at 9pm ET on ESPN.
· Catch the games live on March 29 and Jam Fest on March 28, both at Wintrust Arena in Chicago.
· Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster.
· Don’t forget to follow us on social at @mcdaag
TIMESTAMPS
1:25 -- recent NBA scoring surge
5:05 -- early March Madness thoughts
10:15 -- Injury news (Stephen Curry, John Collins)
25:00 -- Mailbag
1:09:40 -- Free Throw segment
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Mar 18, 2022 |
Chasing Dubs
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on a pair of title hopefuls, then answer questions from the mailbag.
· The McDonald’s All American Games are where hype becomes legacy.
· These players are high school athletes today, but they’ll be household names tomorrow. James Harden, Anthony Davis, Candace Parker, Breanna Stewart are all McDAAG alumni.
· This is a big year – the games are back on for the first time since 2019, and returning to their many-time host city of Chicago, celebrating 45 years of legacy and commitment to high school basketball.
· Tune into the games on Tuesday, March 29. The Girls game starts at 6:30p.m. ET on ESPN2 and the boys game begins at 9pm ET on ESPN.
· Catch the games live on March 29 and Jam Fest on March 28, both at Wintrust Arena in Chicago.
· Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster.
· Don’t forget to follow us on social at @mcdaag
TIMESTAMPS
8:45 — Warriors discussion
24:50 — Nets discussion
44:30 — Mailbag
1:15:40 — Free Throws
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Mar 15, 2022 |
Clips Ahoy!
5280
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Sabreena Merchant of SB Nation to talk about the Los Angeles Clippers and the latest in women's basketball.
TIMESTAMPS
1:30 -- Russell Westbrook discussion
8:20 -- Los Angeles Clippers deep dive
58:00 -- WBB talk (WNBA free agency; POY race + March Madness favorites)
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Mar 11, 2022 |
NBA Jam-balaya
6544
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with observations.
TIMESTAMPS:
4:10 -- Jarrett Allen/Cleveland thoughts
7:55 -- Victor Oladipo's debut
17:45 -- Teams that impressed (DET, NOP, BOS, MIA)
41:20 -- Teams that make you go "hmmmm" (PHI, TOR, CHI, MIL)
1:04:30 -- Players that impressed
1:09:20 -- Mailbag
1:33:40 -- Free Throw segment
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Mar 08, 2022 |
Best in the West
8013
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check the temperature of the Western Conference.
TIMESTAMPS:
3:10 -- Phoenix Suns
21:40 -- Golden State Warriors
39:20 -- Memphis Grizzlies
57:50 -- Utah Jazz
1:16:20 -- Dallas Mavericks
1:33:50 -- Denver Nuggets
1:44:50 -- Play-in thoughts
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Mar 04, 2022 |
Beasts of the East
7065
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check the temperature of the Eastern Conference.
TIME STAMPS
3:45 -- Transaction talk (DeAndre Jordan, DJ Augustin, Wenyen Gabriel)
8:00 -- Miami Heat
24:40 -- Chicago Bulls
38:55 -- Philadelphia 76ers
56:55 -- Milwaukee Bucks
1:11:30 -- Cleveland Cavaliers
1:16:50 -- Boston Celtics
1:25:25 -- Brooklyn Nets
1:40:50 -- Play-in thoughts
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Mar 01, 2022 |
The Offense Episode
7359
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by coach Gibson Pyper (Half Court Hoops) to talk all things offense.
TIMESTAMPS
3:00 -- Injury discussion (Anthony Davis, Chris Paul, Zion Williamson)
16:15 -- All-Star Weekend recap
40:10 -- General offense thoughts/trends/pet peeves
52:20 -- Teams that have impressed (CHI, DAL, CLE, SAC, ATL, MIA, CHA, PHX, MIN, UTA)
1:12:45 -- Teams that have disappointed (HOU, NYK, TOR, LAL, GSW)
1:34:00 -- Top 10 offensive players this season
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Feb 22, 2022 |
Rank 'Em Live
6647
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. answer questions from the mailbag.
TIMESTAMPS
0:45 -- All-Star replacement discussion
4:20 -- Goran Dragic/buyout market discussion
11:20 -- New arrivals
18:55 -- Mailbag segment
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Feb 15, 2022 |
Trading Places
6468
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down every trade from Deadline Week.
TIMESTAMPS:
2:05 -- Domantas Sabonis' debut
7:45 -- Harden/Simmons trade
49:00 -- KZ Okpala/OKC trade
50:20 -- UTA/POR/SA trade
54:10 -- SAC/MIL/DET/LAC trade
1:07:50 -- TOR/SA trade
1:14:00 -- SA/BOS trade
1:19:15 -- PHX/IND + PHX/WAS trade
1:23:25 -- CHA/WAS trade
1:26:40 -- WAS/DAL trade
1:34:10 -- BOS/HOU trade
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Feb 11, 2022 |
Tricks of the Trade
6539
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest trades in the WNBA and NBA, then bounce around with general observations.
TIMESTAMPS:
1:15 -- LA Sparks discussion
8:00 -- Clips/Blazers trade
15:05 -- Cavs/Pacers trade
25:45 -- All-Star replacements
29:00 -- Teams that impressed (BOS/NO/MIN)
56:10 -- Teams that make you go "hmmmm" (LAL/NYK/CHA)
1:12:20 -- Players that impressed
1:22:40 -- Free Throw segment
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Feb 08, 2022 |
Reserve Your Enthusiasm
8797
In this mega-episode, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest WNBA news, react to the All-Star reserve picks, then bounce around the league with observations.
TIMESTAMPS
1:00 -- WNBA conversation
15:10 -- All-Star reserve discussion
33:30 -- Philadelphia Sixers discussion
52:40 -- Denver Nuggets discussion
1:15:00 -- Brooklyn Nets discussion
1:42:20 -- Rookie talk, beginning with Jalen Suggs (ORL)
1:48:35 -- Ayo Dosunmu (CHI)
1:53:15 -- Warriors talk (Jonathan Kuminga, Moses Moody)
2:01:40 -- Zhaire Williams (MEM)
2:05:50 -- Isaiah Jackson (IND)
2:08:00 -- Free Throw segment
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Feb 04, 2022 |
Hey Now, You're An All-Star
6100
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the All-Star starters being announced, give their thoughts on the new Rising Stars Challenge, then answer questions from the mailbag.
TIMESTAMPS:
2:15 -- All-Star game discussion
22:50 -- Rising Stars discussion
31:20 -- Mailbag
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Jan 28, 2022 |
What's the Buzz?
6491
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. tap into the latest WNBA free agency news, discuss Ayoka Lee's 61-point performance and then bounce around the NBA with general observations.
TIMESTAMPS
2:15 - WNBA free agency discussion
5:50 -- Ayoka Lee discussion
9:00 -- Grayson Allen/Wes Matthews discussion
18:30 -- Anthony Davis discussion
25:25 -- Teams that impressed (PHX, CHA, ATL, MIN)
59:20 -- Teams that make you go "hmmmm" (GSW, WAS, TOR)
1:22:10 -- Players that impressed
1:30:10 -- Free Throw segment
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Jan 25, 2022 |
Mid-Season Award Check-In
6193
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. go through their fictional award ballots through the midway point of the season.
TIMESTAMPS
4:30 -- Injury discussion (Kevin Durant's MCL, Draymond Green's calf/back issue, Lonzo Ball's meniscus)
18:15 -- Lakers discussion
34:20 -- Awards discussion, starting with Coach of the Year
41:20 -- Most Improved Player + Rookie of the Year
49:40 -- DPOY + All-Defense update
53:00 -- All-Rookie Teams
59:50 -- All-NBA Teams
1:10:00 -- Sixth Man of the Year
1:15:00 -- MVP
1:21:00 -- Free Throw segment
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Jan 21, 2022 |
Blood in the Garden
6470
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated to discuss the release of his new book, "Blood in the Garden: The Flagrant History of the New York Knicks", as well as the contending status of the Chicago Bulls.
TIMESTAMPS
7:30 -- Chris talks about the book -- how it came together, favorite anecdotes, and more.
57:30 -- Chicago Bulls discussion
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Jan 18, 2022 |
First Team, All-Defense
7839
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dig into all things defense: schemes, pet peeves, standouts and more.
TIMESTAMPS
2:15 -- Injury news (Paul George, Damian Lillard)
5:45 -- Trade talk (Bol Bol back to Denver; Cam Reddish to New York)
14:40 -- All-Star vote update
24:20 -- General defense thoughts/trends/pet peeves
38:30 -- Teams that have impressed (MIL, GSW, MIA and more)
1:12:30 -- Teams that have disappointed (LAL, NYK, SAC and more)
1:23:20 -- Awards talk (DPOY, All-Defensive teams)
1:36:40 -- Mailbag
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Jan 14, 2022 |
Happy Anniversary
7451
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. celebrate the pod's one-year anniversary with a live episode + mailbag.
TIMESTAMPS
5:40 -- Klay Thompson debut thoughts
12:30 -- Damian Lillard discussion
19:25 -- Bol Bol/Rodney McGruder trade thoughts
27:10 -- Teams that have impressed (MEM, MIA, DAL)
39:30 -- Utah Jazz discussion
45:00 -- Sixers shoutout
49:00 -- Boston Celtics discussion
1:11:30 -- Note on the Brooklyn Nets (+ playoff tier talk)
1:20:00 -- Mailbag + free throw segment
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Jan 11, 2022 |
Rookie Report, Vol.3
7819
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their third round of takes on this year's rookie class.
TIMESTAMPS
0:40 -- All-Star voting discussion
18:40 -- 10-day contract + Kawhi Leonard discussion
32:00 -- Kyrie Irving discussion
35:30 -- Cade Cunningham update
47:45 -- Jalen Green update
58:00 -- Evan Mobley update
1:03:55 -- Scottie Barnes update
1:11:00 -- Josh Giddey update
1:19:30 -- Franz Wagner update
1:26:20 -- Davion Mitchell update
1:31:30 -- Herb Jones update
1:37:15 -- Omer Yurtseven discussion
1:43:45 -- Aaron Wiggins discussion
1:46:45 -- Rookie mailbag
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Jan 07, 2022 |
New Year, Same Vibes
6200
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Becky Hammon/Aces partnership, then bounce around the NBA with observations.
TIMESTAMPS
1:30 -- Becky Hammon discussion
7:40 -- Kevin Porter Jr./Christian Wood discussion
14:00 -- Jerami Grant discussion
21:05 -- Kyrie Irving/Klay Thompson discussion
24:40 -- Teams that impressed (MEM, CHI, GSW/PHX/UTA, MIA, OKC)
53:50 -- Teams that make us go "hmmmm" (DAL, POR, LAL)
1:07:35 -- Players that impressed
1:24:00 -- Free throw segment
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Jan 04, 2022 |
Live on Stage
4260
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. closeout 2021 with a live mailbag episode.
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Dec 31, 2021 |
All-Star Check-In
6765
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the Christmas games, then give their early thoughts on this year's All-Star teams.
TIMESTAMPS
0:55 -- Russell Westbrook discussion
10:10 -- Hawks-Knicks discussion
20:00 -- Celtics-Bucks discussion
36:55 -- Warriors-Suns discussion
54:10 -- Nets-Lakers discussion
1:06:30 -- Mavericks-Jazz discussion
1:17:30 -- All-Star discussion
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Dec 28, 2021 |
Holiday Hoops
7268
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the Christmas Day slate of games, then answer questions from the mailbag.
TIMESTAMPS
7:00 -- Hawks-Knicks discussion
23:05 -- Celtics-Bucks discussion
40:40 -- Warriors-Suns discussion
48:45 -- Nets-Lakers discussion
58:30 -- Mavericks-Jazz discussion
1:05:20 -- Mailbag segment
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Dec 24, 2021 |
Enter the Temple
8085
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Jason Maples and Kings of the Temple of Hoop podcast to bounce around the NBA.
TIMESTAMPS:
2:00 -- thoughts on NBA's roster changes due to COVID
12:20 -- Los Angeles Lakers deep dive
1:03:00 -- Minnesota Timberwolves conversation
1:21:35 -- New Orleans Pelicans discussion
1:39:05 -- MVP discussion
1:47:05 -- Favorites in each conference
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Dec 21, 2021 |
Bring I.T. On
6095
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest Zion Williamson update, the Isaiah Thomas signing, then answer questions from the mailbag.
TIME STAMPS
1:15 -- Zion Williamson discussion
4:00 -- Isaiah Thomas discussion
8:00 -- Mailbag questions
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Dec 17, 2021 |
CLEVELAND! THIS IS FOR YOU!
6652
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the current COVID outbreak around the league, then bounce around with weekly observations.
TIMESTAMPS
1:30 -- Chicago Bulls/COVID discussion
10:20 -- Teams that impressed (CLE, MEM, HOU)
55:55 -- Teams that make us go "hmmmm" (SAC, PHI)
1:08:50 -- Players that have impressed
1:18:50 -- Players we'd like to see more from
1:24:30 -- Free Throw Segment (random questions)
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Dec 14, 2021 |
Keeping Pace with Caitlin Cooper
4728
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Caitlin Cooper of Indy Cornrows (SB Nation) to talk all things Indiana Pacers.
TIMESTAMPS
2:20 -- Rebuild/Trade rumor discussion (Domantas Sabonis, Myles Turner, Caris LeVert)
27:45 -- Malcolm Brogdon discussion
42:30 -- Chris Duarte discussion
48:00 -- Bench discussion
56:10 -- Mailbag
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Dec 10, 2021 |
Contender Check-In
7700
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take stock of the early season contenders in each conference.
TIMESTAMPS
0:55 -- News around the NBA
17:20 -- Phoenix Suns discussion
27:40 -- Golden State Warriors discussion
42:05 -- Utah Jazz discussion
50:30 -- Teams to watch
56:00 -- Chicago Bulls discussion
1:07:40 -- Brooklyn Nets discussion
1:22:25 -- Milwaukee Bucks discussion
1:36:40 -- Teams to watch
1:45:25 -- Players that have impressed
1:51:40 -- Free Throw segment
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Dec 07, 2021 |
Rookie Report, Vol.2
7393
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their second round of takes on this year's rookie class.
TIMESTAMPS
2:20 -- Heat/Bulls tampering discussion
7:20 -- Injury news (Bam Adebayo, Damian Lillard, Brook Lopez, Zion Williamson)
18:00 -- Rookie Report, starting with Cade Cunningham
31:30 -- Jalen Green update
42:30 -- Evan Mobley update
50:30 -- Scottie Barnes update
59:40 -- Josh Giddey update
1:08:15 -- Franz Wagner update
1:14:15 -- Herb Jones discussion
1:21:10 -- Bones Hyland discussion
1:26:40 -- Dalano Banton discussion
1:32:20 -- Ayo Dosunmu discussion
1:37:35 -- Mailbag segment
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Dec 03, 2021 |
Teams That Make Us Go "Hmmmm"
6816
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest news in the league, then dig into teams that are confusing them.
TIMESTAMPS:
2:30 -- Injury news (Michael Porter Jr, Joe Harris)
4:00 -- Nets discussion
12:30 -- Kemba Walker discussion
20:05 -- John Wall discussion
26:10 -- DeMarcus Cousins discussion
30:05 -- Teams that make us go "hmmm" (CHA, WAS, LAC, LAL, BOS, NO, DET)
1:23:25 -- Players that impressed
1:30:50 -- Players we'd like to see more from
1:35:40 -- Free Throw segment
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Nov 30, 2021 |
Thanksgiving Mailbag
5617
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Houston Rockets' slow start, then answer a plethora of mailbag questions.
TIMESTAMPS
2:50 -- Houston Rockets discussion
18:10 -- Mailbag segment
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Nov 25, 2021 |
The Kings' Ransom
6670
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Kings' coaching change, Michael Porter Jr's injury, the Pistons/Lakers kerfuffle, then bounce around the league for weekly observations.
TIMESTAMPS:
2:30 -- Kings discussion
7:55 -- MPJ discussion
12:00 -- Pistons/Lakers discussion
17:45 -- Teams that impressed (GSW, CHI, MIN, MIL)
1:00:00 -- Teams that make us go "hmmm" (IND, NYK)
1:15:45 -- Players that impressed
1:23:45 -- Players we'd like to see more from
1:29:45 -- Free Throw segment
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Nov 23, 2021 |
In The Valley
7749
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by David of The Four Point Play to talk all things Phoenix Suns.
TIMESTAMPS
3:00 -- Phoenix Suns discussion
1:19:00 -- Mailbag segment
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Nov 19, 2021 |
Thunderstruck
6402
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with their weekly observations.
TIMESTAMPS
1:00 -- De'Andre Hunter injury discussion
4:55 -- Minnesota Timberwolves violation discussion
8:00 -- Teams that impressed (DEN, CLE, OKC)
34:30 -- Teams that make you go "hmmm" (MIA, SAC, MEM)
1:03:30 -- Players that have stood out
1:14:35 -- Players we'd like to see more from
1:21:00 -- Free Throw Segment (random questions)
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Nov 16, 2021 |
Knicks Talk with ESPN's Monica McNutt
3925
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by ESPN's Monica McNutt to break down the New York Knicks, then bounce around the NBA.
TIMESTAMPS:
4:10 -- New York Knicks discussion
39:45 -- Officiating thoughts
42:05 -- Warriors/West thoughts
44:40 -- Bulls/East thoughts
52:00 -- Ben Simmons trade discussion
58:35 -- Best player in the world discussion
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Nov 12, 2021 |
Role Reversal
6043
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest news around the league, then give their weekly observations.
TIMESTAMPS
1:00 -- Portland Trail Blazers discussion
7:30 -- Ben Simmons discussion
23:00 -- Teams that impressed (TOR, LAC, PHX, BKN)
50:30 -- Teams that disappointed/make you go "hmmm" (MIN, POR)
1:06:20 -- Players that impressed
1:18:20 -- Players we'd like to see more from
1:22:45 -- Free Throw Segment (random questions)
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Nov 09, 2021 |
Wizards Talk with Mike Prada
5475
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mike Prade for a deep dive on the Washington Wizards before bouncing around the league.
TIMESTAMPS:
6:20 -- Phoenix Suns/Robert Sarver discussion
15:20 -- LeBron James discussion
20:40 -- Washington Wizards discussion
51:30 -- Mailbag segment
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Nov 05, 2021 |
Jersey Takes & Weekly Observations
5627
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Patrick Williams injury, the City Edition jersey releases, then give their observations around the league.
TIMESTAMPS:
1:15 -- Impact of the Patrick Williams (CHI) injury
5:25 -- Favorite/Least favorite City Edition jerseys
10:55 -- Thoughts on Cade Cunningham's rookie debut
15:00 -- Thoughts on the tightly-contested Eastern Conference
19:40 -- Teams that impressed (UTA, NYK, MIA, PHI)
44:15 -- Teams that disappointed/make you go "hmmm" (ATL, LAC, BOS)
1:03:05 -- Players that impressed
1:13:50 -- Players we'd like to see more from
1:19:45 -- Free Throw Segment (random questions)
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Nov 03, 2021 |
Rookie Report: Vol.1
7391
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dig deep on the rookie class, then answer questions from the mailbag.
TIMESTAMPS:
1:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss the injuries of LeBron James and Joel Embiid, and their concern level moving forward.
5:40 — Early thoughts on this year’s officiating
13:00 — Nekias and Steve kick off their Rookie Report with Jalen Green
25:05 — Evan Mobley discussion
36:20 — Scottie Barnes discussion
46:30 — Jalen Suggs discussion
54:00 — Franz Wagner discussion
57:10 — Josh Giddey discussion
1:05:40 — Davion Mitchell discussion
1:13:20 — Chris Duarte discussion
1:19:30 — Alperen Sengun discussion
1:25:40 — Austin Reaves discussion
1:28:40 — Nekias and Steve answer questions from the mailbag. If you have questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
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Oct 29, 2021 |
Opening Week Thoughts
5736
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their takeaways from the opening week of the 2021-22 season.
TIMESTAMPS:
2:10 — Nekias and Steve discuss the NBA’s 75 Greatest Players list, as well as possible snubs.
8:30 — Nekias and Steve break down the teams that have impressed them so far (GSW, CHA, CHI, MIN, WAS, MIA)
38:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss the teams they want to see more from (BOS, BKN, LAL, POR)
1:02:25 — Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have impressed them, and who they want to see more from
1:19:15 — In the Free Throw segment, Nekias and Steve bounce questions off of each other.
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Oct 26, 2021 |
Southeast Division Preview and Season Predictions
7170
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the WNBA Finals, preview the Southeast Division, then give their predictions for the 2021-22 NBA season.
TIME STAMPS:
1:40 — Nekias and Steve recap the WNBA Finals.
13:40 — Nekias and Steve preview the Southeast Division, starting with the Atlanta Hawks.
32:20 — Charlotte Hornets discussion
58:05 — Miami Heat discussion
1:21:30 — Orlando Magic discussion
1:36:20 — Washington Wizards discussion
1:44:00 — Nekias and Steve rank the teams in the division, then list their top 10 players.
1:47:30 — Nekias and Steve make their standings and award predictions for the 2021-22 NBA season.
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Oct 19, 2021 |
Pacific Division Preview
7241
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap Game 1 of the WNBA Finals, then preview the Pacific Division.
TIME STAMPS
1:15 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Chicago Sky’s Game 1 victory over the Phoenix Mercury
13:00 — Nekias and Steve preview the Pacific Division, starting with the Golden State Warriors
28:00 — Los Angeles Clippers discussion
48:00 — Los Angeles Lakers discussion
1:11:00 — Phoenix Suns discussion
1:32:00 — Sacramento Kings discussion
1:49:45 — Nekias and Steve rank the teams in the division, then list their top 10 players
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Oct 12, 2021 |
Central and Southwest Division Preview
9020
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the WNBA Playoffs, then preview the Central and Southwest divisions.
TIME STAMPS:
1:35 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Chicago Sky’s series win over the Connecticut Sun, then look ahead to Game 5 of the Mercury-Aces series.
14:50 — Nekias and Steve preview the Central Division, starting with the Chicago Bulls
27:45 — Cleveland Cavaliers discussion
39:26 — Detroit Pistons discussion
54:41 — Indiana Pacers discussion
1:05:40 — Milwaukee Bucks discussion
1:15:40 — Nekias and Steve rank the teams in the Central Division, then list their top 10 players.
1:20:55 — Nekias and Steve preview the Southwest Division, starting with the Dallas Mavericks
1:38:40 — Houston Rockets discussion
1:53:50 — Memphis Grizzlies discussion
2:07:08 — New Orleans Pelicans discussion
2:20:25 — San Antonio Spurs discussion
2:29:15 — Nekias and Steve rank the teams in the Southwest Division, then list their top 10 players.
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Oct 08, 2021 |
WNBA Thoughts & Northwest Division Preview
7453
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their thoughts on the WNBA playoffs, then preview the Northwest Division (DEN, MIN, OKC, POR, UTA).
TIMESTAMPS:
2:00 — Nekias and Steve give their thoughts on the Sky-Sun series
11:25 — Nekias and Steve give their thoughts on the Mercury-Aces series
23:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Denver Nuggets
46:50 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves
1:05:55 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder
1:22:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Portland Trail Blazers
1:40:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Utah Jazz
1:57:30 — Nekias and Steve rank the teams, then give their top 10 players in the division.
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Oct 05, 2021 |
It’s (Post) Season Preview Time
7591
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their initial thoughts and predictions for the WNBA Playoffs, then begin previewing the 2021-22 NBA season with thoughts on the Atlantic Division (BKN, BOS, NYK, PHI, TOR).
TIME STAMPS:
3:15 — Nekias and Steve discuss the single-elimination playoff games around the WNBA, then preview the Sun-Sky and Aces-Mercury series.
16:40 — Nekias and Steve discuss a Rolling Stone article detailing vaccination distrust among some NBA players.
27:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Boston Celtics
44:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Brooklyn Nets
1:00:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss the New York Knicks
1:19:20 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Philadelphia 76ers
1:37:15 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Toronto Raptors
1:51:40 — Nekias and Steve rank the teams and the top 10 players in the division
1:55:35 — Nekias and Steve answer questions from the mailbag. If you have questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
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Sep 27, 2021 |
Summer League Wrap-Up
8805
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. go over the NBA’s opening night and Christmas Day slate of games, then give their takeaways from Summer League play.
TIME STAMPS:
4:20 — Nekias and Steve discuss the opening night and Christmas Day schedule.
26:15 — Marcus Smart extension talk + Boston’s lineup questions.
35:35 — Analysis on three trades: Grayson Allen to Milwaukee, Eric Bledsoe to Los Angeles, and Patrick Beverley to Minnesota.
58:05 — Nekias and Steve begin their Summer League takeaways by listing the teams they did and didn’t enjoy watching.
1:19:20 — Performance breakdowns of Cade Cunningham, Jalen Green, Evan Mobley, Scottie Barnes, and Jalen Suggs
1:43:20 — Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that impressed, as well as some they wish they saw more from
1:52:26 — Nekias and Steve discuss the second-year (or later) guys that impressed, as well as some they wish they saw more from
2:01:15 — Mailbag segment
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Aug 19, 2021 |
2021 Free Agency Thoughts
7815
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the draft, break down Team USA’s win over Spain, then give their early thoughts on free agency.
TIME STAMPS:
4:12 — Nekias and Steve recap the 2021 draft, digging into their favorite teams and player fits.
10:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss Team USA’s 95-81 victory over Spain
22:55 — Nekias and Steve discuss all things free agency: their early winners and losers, questionable deals, and rotation decisions that intrigue them.
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Aug 05, 2021 |
Prepping for the 2021 NBA Draft
6981
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Jackson Frank and PD Web to talk philosophy and answer draft questions.
TIME STAMPS:
3:50 — Grizzlies-Pelicans trade discussion
11:50 — Bradley Beal (and Damian Lillard) trade discussion’
23:05 — Team USA discussion
34:57 — Draft Q&A
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Jul 28, 2021 |
Khristmas In July
3804
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. wrap up the NBA Finals, giving flowers to both the champion Milwaukee Bucks and the Phoenix Suns.
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Jul 21, 2021 |
NBA Finals Game 5 Recap
5452
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the pros and cons of the play-in tournament, react to the latest coaching hire (Wes Unseld Jr/Washington), discuss Team USA’s roster movement, dig into Damian Lillard’s situation in Portland, then breakdown Game 5 of the NBA Finals.
TIMESTAMPS
3:20 — Nekias and Steve discuss the play-in tournament coming back next season.
7:35 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Washington Wizards hiring Wes Unseld Jr. as their new head coach.
11:50 — Nekias and Steve discuss the departures of Bradley Beal and Kevin Love from Team USA, as well as what their replacements (Keldon Johnson, JaVale McGee) bring to the table.
21:40 — Nekias and Steve discuss the smoke surrounding Damian Lillard’s future in Portland.
32:05 — Nekias and Steve break down Game 5 of the NBA Finals.
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Jul 19, 2021 |
NBA Finals Game 4 Reaction
3090
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the shot-making duel between Khris Middleton (40 points) and Devin Booker (42 points), Milwaukee’s continued paint dominance, Phoenix’s offensive game plan and much more.
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Jul 15, 2021 |
NBA Finals Check-In
4407
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their takeaways on the NBA Finals through the first three games.
TIME STAMPS:
1:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Orlando Magic hiring Jamahl Mosley as their new head coach.
6:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss Team USA’s exhibition loss to Nigeria.
18:55 - Nekias and Steve discuss the NBA Finals.
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Jul 12, 2021 |
NBA Finals Preview
5188
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. say goodbye to the Conference Finalists (Clippers, Hawks), then dig into the Bucks-Suns matchup.
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Jul 06, 2021 |
Trouble in Portland + Playoff Takes
4859
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the controversial hire of Chauncey Billups in Portland and then break down the Conference Finals.
TIME STAMPS
3:17 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Chauncey Billups hire in Portland.
25:55 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Hawks-Bucks series.
47:40 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Clippers-Suns series.
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Jun 30, 2021 |
Coaching Hires and Playoff Takes
5605
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the new coaching hires made this week, then give their early thoughts on the Conference Finals.
TIME STAMPS
1:48 — Nekias and Steve discuss the new coaching hires in Indiana (Rick Carlisle), Boston (Ime Udoka), and Dallas (Jason Kidd).
19:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Team USA rosters.
27:00 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Suns-Clippers series.
45:15 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Bucks-Hawks series.
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Jun 25, 2021 |
Conference Finals Preview
6550
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the remaining second-round series, then preview the Eastern and Western Conference Finals.
TIME STAMPS
3:50 - Nekias and Steve recap Game 6 of Jazz-Clippers.
12:30 - Nekias and Steve recap Game 7 of Nets-Bucks.
22:50 - Nekias and Steve begin talking about the Suns-Clippers series, but quickly pivot to Sixers talk.
58:10 - Nekias and Steve continue their discussion of Suns-Clippers.
1:22:50 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Bucks-Hawks series.
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Jun 21, 2021 |
Coaching Carousels and Playoff Takes
7604
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the award teams, dig into the coaching changes around the NBA, then discuss the remaining second-round matchups.
TIME STAMPS
3:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss the voting results for the All-NBA, All-Defense, and All-Rookie teams.
25:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss the weirdness happening in Dallas and New Orleans, then rank the current head coach openings.
47:55 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Nets-Bucks series.
1:12:44 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Sixers-Hawks series.
1:31:28 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Jazz-Clippers series.
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Jun 18, 2021 |
Second Round Check-in
6790
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bid farewell to the Denver Nuggets, then give their thoughts on the other second-round series.
2:42 — Nekias and Steve give their lasting thoughts on the Suns-Nuggets series.
23:08 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Nets-Bucks series.
52:55 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Jazz-Clippers series.
1:26:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Sixers-Hawks series.
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Jun 14, 2021 |
Early Round 2 Thoughts
7785
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the coaching changes around the league, then dig into the playoff games from the weekend.
TIME STAMPS:
2:11 — Nekias and Steve discuss the recent coaching firings in Portland and Orlando.
20:05 — Nekias and Steve discuss Game 1 of the Nets-Bucks series.
56:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss Game 1 of the Sixers-Hawks series.
1:20:48 — Nekias and Steve discuss Game 7 of Clippers-Mavericks, then preview the Jazz-Clippers series.
1:47:10 — Nekias and Steve preview the Suns-Nuggets series.
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Jun 07, 2021 |
Prepping for Round Two
8766
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bid farewell to some first-round exits, then look ahead to the weekend games.
3:25 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Celtics’ front office overhaul, and what may come next for them.
19:10 - Nekias and Steve give their lasting thoughts on the Grizzlies, Wizards, Knicks, and Blazers.
1:19:00 - Nekias and Steve preview Bucks-Nets.
1:51:40 - Nekias and Steve preview Sixers-Hawks.
2:10:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Clippers-Mavericks series.
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Jun 04, 2021 |
First Round Check-in
7767
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their final thoughts on the Heat-Bucks sweep, then break down the rest of the first-round series.
TIME STAMPS
2:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss what’s next for the Milwaukee Bucks (2nd round) and Miami Heat (offseason)
29:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Lakers-Suns series.
49:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Hawks-Knicks series.
1:08:45 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Grizzlies-Jazz series.
1:22:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Celtics-Nets series.
1:39:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Blazers-Nuggets series.
1:50:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Sixers.
2:05:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Mavericks-Clippers series
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May 31, 2021 |
Early Adjustments
6285
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss Kyrie Irving’s recent comments about Boston, then offer thoughts and potential adjustments for most of the first-round series.
The series, in order: WAS-PHI, BOS-BKN, MEM-UTA, POR-DEN, LAL-PHX, MIA-MIL.
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May 27, 2021 |
Game 1 Reactions
7532
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their thoughts on the NBA potentially adding a mid-season tournament, then analyze the Game 1s from the weekend.
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May 24, 2021 |
Playoff Preview, Part 2
7901
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the midweek play-in games, then preview the rest of the first-round matchups (PHI-WAS, BKN-BOS, PHX-LAL, DEN-POR, LAC-DAL, UTA-MEM/GSW).
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May 21, 2021 |
Playoff Preview, Part 1
5897
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the opening weekend in the WNBA, then preview the NBA play-in tournament and two Eastern Conference playoff series (NYK-ATL, MIL-MIA).
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May 17, 2021 |
Awards Talk with SI's Chris Herring
7032
Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated joins Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. to talk about his book, "Blood on the Hardwood: The Flagrant History of the 1990s New York Knicks." Then, the three give their fictional NBA award ballots.
TIME STAMPS
0:46 - Nekias and Steve catch up Chris about the challenges of NBA coverage in a season like this, gives an update on his book, then talks about his excitement for the Chicago Sky.
15:40 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Coach of the Year.
26:53 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Most Improved Player.
34:34 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Rookie of the Year.
40:30 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris give their All-Rookie teams.
53:20 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris give their All-NBA teams.
1:14:25 - Nekias and Steve give their All-Defensive teams.
1:21:57 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Defensive Player of the Year.
1:33:33 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Sixth Man of the Year.
1:40:28 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss MVP -- and Chris goes on a bit of a rant.
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May 13, 2021 |
Prepping for the Playoffs
6779
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. change the format this week, opting to ask each other their most pressing questions heading into this year's postseason.
TIME STAMPS
2:45 - Nekias and Steve discuss James Harden's absence (hamstring) and the importance of him getting reps before the postseason begins, then review Tyrese Haliburton's rookie campaign.
14:40 - Steve gives his perspective on the noise surrounding the Indiana Pacers and head coach Nate Bjorkgren.
33:00 -- Nekias and Steve ask each other their most pressing questions heading into this year's postseason.
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May 10, 2021 |
Contender Check-Ins and Weekly Observations
8256
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on a few title hopefuls, bounce around the league with general observations, and discuss proper gamewear etiquette.
TIME STAMPS
3:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the latest injuries around the league, the returns of LaMelo Ball and LeBron James, then evaluate John Wall's season.
19:52 - Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have impressed them the most as of late.
1:02:25 - Nekias and Steve discuss a couple of teams they have questions about heading into the postseason.
1:20:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have impressed them as of late.
1:35:05 - Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that have caught their eyes.
1:44:10 - Nekias and Steve answer questions from their weekly mailbag. If you would like to send in a question, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
2:03:00 - Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with their Free Throw segment.
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May 03, 2021 |
Win Streaks and Weekly Observations
6603
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dissect the latest injury news around the league, talk about the returns of Anthony Davis and Jaren Jackson Jr, then bounce around the league with their observations.
TIME STAMPS
2:18 - Nekias and Steve discuss the season-ending injury to Wizards forward Deni Avdija, give their thoughts on the early returns for Anthony Davis and Jaren Jackson Jr., then check in with the Nets in light of James Harden's hamstring injury.
16:14 - Steve discusses the team that has impressed him most.
31:40 - Nekias discusses the team that has impressed him most.
40:30 - Nekias discusses a team that has confused him.
47:12 - Steve discusses a team that has disappointed him as of late.
57:15 - Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have stood out as of late.
1:14:28 - Nekias and Steve give their rookie reports.
1:17:54 - Nekias and Steve answer questions from their weekly mailbag. If you have a question you'd like to send in, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
1:35:00 - Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with their Free Throws segment.
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Apr 26, 2021 |
Kings, Heat and NBA Playoffs with ESPN's Mark Jones
3714
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones, Jr. are joined by ESPN's Mark Jones as they discuss the Kings, the Heat, the upcoming NBA playoffs and more.
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Apr 22, 2021 |
LaMarcus Aldridge Thoughts and Weekly Observations
8151
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss LaMarcus Aldridge's abrupt retirement, break down the wild week of injury news around the league, then give their weekly observations.
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TIME STAMPS
1:12 -- Nekias and Steve discuss LaMarcus Aldridge's retirement, his HOF case, and what his absence means for the Nets moving forward.
9:45 -- Nekias and Steve briefly discuss Kevin Durant's thigh contusion, and how concerned (if at all) the Nets should be.
11:47 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Jamal Murray's season-ending ACL tear, and how the Nuggets will try to manage without him.
21:21 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Zach LaVine's absence, and dig into what's plaguing the post-trade deadline Bulls.
26:55 -- Nekias and Steve give their early impressions on the Jabari Parker signing in Boston.
32:12 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Dwyane Wade's ownership stake with the Jazz.
36:28 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the teams (PHI, MEM) that have impressed them recently.
1:00:30 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the teams (MIA, LAC) that have disappointed or confused them.
1:23:48 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have impressed them recently.
1:44:54 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that have caught their eyes.
1:50:28 -- Nekias and Steve answer questions from their weekly mailbag segment. If you'd like to send in a question, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
2:05:13 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with their Free Throws segment.
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Apr 19, 2021 |
(W)NBA Talk with Monica McNutt
3565
ESPN's Monica McNutt joins Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. to recap the 2021 WNBA Draft, preview the WNBA season, talk about the state of the New York Knicks, and identify the favorites in the Eastern and Western conference.
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Apr 16, 2021 |
State of the Nets and Weekly Observations
8028
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest injury news around the league, dig into the Nets, then bounce around the league.
TIME STAMPS:
3:55 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves being sold.
8:26 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the Victor Oladipo injury, and what it means for the Miami Heat.
14:56 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the tumultuous nature of James Wiseman's rookie season.
17:58 -- LeBron James and Anthony Davis are on the way back! Nekias and Steve reflect on the Lakers' run without their two superstars.
25:03 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the Nets and their center rotation.
42:53 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have impressed them as of late.
1:05:00 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have disappointed them as of late.
1:20:04 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have impressed them.
1:35:05 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that have caught their eyes.
1:42:20 -- Nekias and Steve answer questions from the weekly mailbag. If you have questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
2:02:45 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations.
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Apr 12, 2021 |
Northwest Love, Breaking Down Western Conference Powerhouses
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Gordon Hayward injury, discuss DeMarcus Cousins and Isaiah Thomas landing temporary homes, then dissect a couple of Western conference powerhouses.
TIME STAMPS
1:35 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Gordon Hayward's foot sprain, and what it means for the Hornets moving forward.
7:37 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the Jrue Holiday extension, and what it means for the Bucks.
11:38 -- Nekias and Steve discuss DeMarcus Cousins (LAC) and Isaiah Thomas (NO) signing 10-day contracts.
17:17 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Grant Hill's eventual role as the managing director of USA Basketball.
21:09 -- What teams impressed Nekias the most this week?
38:53 -- What team impressed Steve the most this week?
49:29 -- What team disappointed Steve the most?
52:03 -- What team disappointed Nekias the most?
1:04:40 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have caught their eyes as of late.
1:19:47 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that have caught their eyes.
1:29:38 -- Nekias and Steve answer questions from the weekly mailbag. If you'd like to send in a question, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
1:54:10 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations.
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Apr 05, 2021 |
Buyout Madness and Weekly Observations
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down player movement and observations from the past week.
TIME STAMPS:
0:51: Nekias and Steve give their winners and losers from the trade deadline. If you'd like a more detailed discussion, check out our Trade Deadline live stream from Thursday night.
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9:45: Nekias and Steve discuss the updated timelines for LeBron James and LaMelo Ball, and what it means for their teams.
14:28: Nekias and Steve give their thoughts on the buyout signings of Austin Rivers (MIL), LaMarcus Aldridge (BKN), Gorgui Dieng (SA), and Andre Drummond (LAL).
59:48: Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that impressed them the most.
1:15:40: Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that disappointed them the most.
1:30:20: Nekias and Steve praise the players that caught their eyes this week.
1:40:30: Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that caught their eyes this week.
1:47:27: Nekias and Steve answer questions from the weekly mailbag. If you have questions you'd like to submit, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
1:59:15: Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations.
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Mar 29, 2021 |
What's up with the Golden State Warriors?
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Marcus Thompson of The Athletic to talk about the Warriors season to this point.
Time Stamps:
1:21 -- Nekias and Steve ask Marcus about the difficulties of covering the Warriors during a pandemic.
4:50 -- Nekias, Steve and Marcus give their general thoughts on the Warriors' .500 start to the season.
9:20 -- Nekias, Steve and Marcus discuss the Warriors' offense.
20:34 -- Nekias and Steve ask Marcus about Steve Kerr's handling of the young players on the roster.
27:13 -- Nekias, Steve and Marcus discuss the development of James Wiseman.
39:00 -- Nekias, Steve and Marcus discuss Draymond Green's back-and-forth with Tony Allen, as well as where he ranks among all-time defenders.
50:42 -- Nekias and Steve get Marcus' opinion on how the Warriors should approach the trade deadline and the rest of the season.
57:20 -- Marcus gives some background on his Stephen Curry/Nas story.
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Mar 25, 2021 |
Victory Laps and Weekly Observations
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dive into a wild week of injuries, break down Blake Griffin's debut. and debut the #BigMad segment.
TIME STAMPS
1:51 -- Nekias and Steve discuss LeBron James' ankle sprain, and what it means for the Lakers moving forward.
10:22 -- Nekias and Steve discuss LaMelo Ball's fractured wrist, and what it means for the Hornets moving forward.
19:25 -- Nekias and Steve analyze the PJ Tucker trade from Milwaukee's perspective.
23:25 -- Nekias and Steve analyze the Trevor Ariza trade from Miami's perspective.
27:08 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Blake Griffin's debut with the Brooklyn Nets. There were dunks.
33:48 -- What team impressed Steve the most this week?
37:57 -- What team impressed Nekias the most this week?
44:49 -- What team disappointed Nekias the most this week?
1:02:42 --What team disappointed Steve the most this week?
1:09:37 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the players that impressed them the most this week.
1:21:10 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that impressed them over the week.
1:28:22 -- Nekias unveils the first #BigMad segment of the podcast.
1:34:00 -- Nekias and Steve answer questions from the mailbag. If you have questions you'd like answered on the podcast, send them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
1:48:24 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations.
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Mar 22, 2021 |
Post All-Star Break Observations
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Joel Embiid injury, the Spurs and LaMarcus Aldridge deciding to part ways, and the polarizing nature of Carmelo Anthony. From there, the two give their first impressions of post-All-Star break play.
TIME STAMPS:
0:35 -- Nekias and Steve give their thoughts on the Joel Embiid injury, then dig into Philadelphia's center rotation.
3:40 -- Nekias and Steve discuss LaMarcus Aldridge's eventual departure from San Antonio, as well as potential landing spots.
15:22 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the still-polarizing nature of Carmelo Anthony.
30:08 -- Nekias and Steve give way-too-early progress reports on the teams they planned to track closely in the second half of the season.
1:05:20 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have impressed in the second half so far.
1:24:03 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that have caught their eyes.
1:33:35 -- Nekias and Steve answer questions from the mailbag.
1:58:02 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations.
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Mar 15, 2021 |
The Mailbag Episode
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. talk about their favorite moments from All-Star Sunday. From there, they examine the Nets' signing of Blake Griffin, answer mailbag questions, and discuss what they'll be keeping an eye on during the second half of the season.
TIME STAMPS
1:12 -- Nekias and Steve talk about the highlights of All-Star Sunday.
11:58 -- Nekias and Steve debate the pros and cons of the Nets adding Blake Griffin
34:36 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that surprised them the most during the first half of the season.
48:35 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that disappointed them during the first half of the season.
57:03 -- Nekias and Steve answer a wide range of mailbag questions.
1:49:22 -- Nekias and Steve discuss what they'll be keeping an eye on during the second half of the season.
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Mar 08, 2021 |
The Analytics "Debate" and Weekly Observations
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the end of Sunday's Bucks-Clippers game. From there, they take a different angle on the "analytics vs eye test" debate. After that, they bounce around the league with general observations.
TIME STAMPS
1:22 -- Nekias and Steve break down the end of the Clippers-Bucks game from Sunday afternoon, and discuss the Clippers' need for a point guard.
25:50 - Nekias and Steve review the All-Star reserves, and if the coaches got it right.
32:00 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Adrian Wojnarowski's report about Victor Oladipo turning down a contract extension.
36:23 -- Nekias and Steve explore the racial undertones of the "analytics vs eye test" debate.
50:55 -- Which team impressed Steve the most this week?
57:03 -- Which team impressed Nekias the most this week?
1:04:20 -- Which team disappointed Nekias the most this week?
1:14:50 -- Which team disappointed Steve the most this week?
1:26:00 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the veterans that impressed them this week.
1:37:35 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that impressed them this week.
1:46:45 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations.
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Mar 01, 2021 |
All-Star Edition + Ryan Saunders Live Reaction
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. reveal their All-Star reserve picks, then react to the news of the Minnesota Timberwolves firing Ryan Saunders and hiring Chris Finch.
Time stamps:
1:16 - Nekias and Steve discuss the upcoming reveal of the second-half schedule, and the potential pitfalls the NBA may have to navigate.
11:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss Anthony Davis' absence, and what questions the Lakers will have to answer during their stretch without him.
19:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss D'Angelo Russell's surgery, and what that means for the Timberwolves in the short and long-term.
29:25 - Nekias and Steve discuss the report of DeMarcus Cousins and the Houston Rockets parting ways, and whether Cousins can thrive in a limited role elsewhere.
45:08 - Which team has impressed Steve the most?
51:00 - Which team has impressed Nekias the most?
1:01:08 - Nekias and Steve discuss their All-Star reserve picks.
1:28:38 - Nekias and Steve react to the firing of Ryan Saunders, and the hiring of Chris Finch.
1:37:39 - Nekias and Steve answer questions from their weekly mailbag.
1:47:32 - Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with observations.
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Feb 22, 2021 |
The Anthem Controversy and Weekly Observations
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. briefly discuss the drama surrounding the national anthem being played pre-game and key injury news, then dive into their weekly observations around the league.
TIME STAMPS:
0:57 -- Nekias and Steve give their thoughts on the national anthem being played before games.
7:45 -- How will the Mitchell Robinson injury (fractured right hand) affect the New York Knicks?
12:07 -- How will the Nets navigate the absence of Kevin Durant due to his hamstring injury?
16:40 -- Which team impressed Nekias the most this week?
25:35 -- Which team impressed Steve the most this week?
37:52 -- Which team disappointed Steve the most this week?
48:33 -- Which team disappointed Nekias the most this week?
1:05:13 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the veterans that have impressed them this week.
1:12:05 -- Which veterans disappointed Nekias the most?
1:23:49 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that stood out to them this week.
1:29:29 -- Nekias and Steve answer mailbag questions.
1:46:23 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league for general observations.
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Feb 15, 2021 |
The Defense Episode
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dig into all things defense: schemes, pet peeves, standouts and more.
Time stamps
0:50 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Derrick Rose trade.
7:16 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Larry Nance Jr. injury, and what it means for the Cavaliers moving forward.
10:42 - Nekias and Steve give their general thoughts on defense in this COVID-affected season.
39:05 - Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have impressed them the most defensively to this point of the season.
1:01:26 - Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have disappointed them the most defensively.
1:26:20 - Nekias and Steve give their DPOY frontrunners.
1:42:13 - Nekias and Steve give their early All-Defensive team selections.
1:54:05 - Mailbag segment
2:08:04 - Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations.
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Feb 08, 2021 |
All-Star Talk and Weekly Observations
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their takes on the viability of an All-Star game in March. From there, they give their takes on teams and players that have impressed or disappointed them.
Time Stamps:
0:45 - Nekias and Steve discuss the potential All-Star game in March, and if it's a good idea or not.
12:20 - Nekias and Steve discuss what Marcus Smart's injury means to the Boston Celtics.
18:42 - Which team impressed Steve the most?
35:00 - Which team impressed Nekias the most?
55:28 - Which team disappointed Nekias?
1:10:50 - Which players impressed Steve the most?
1:17:55 - Which players impressed Nekias the most?
1:23:00 - Which players disappointed Nekias the most?
1:38:27 - Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that caught their eyes this week.
1:49:20 - Nekias and Steve answer questions from the mailbag.
2:05:00 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with observations.
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Feb 01, 2021 |
The Fight for L.A and Weekly Observations
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their scouting reports on the Lakers and Clippers. From there, they discuss the teams, players and rookies that have caught their eye. There's also Spongebob talk.
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Jan 25, 2021 |
The Kyrie Irving Dilemma and Weekly Observations
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. have a serious discussion about the way Kyrie Irving is covered. From there, they give their takes on teams and players that have impressed or disappointed them.
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Jan 18, 2021 |
How They Fit: Breaking down the James Harden Blockbuster
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Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones, Jr. break down the four-team trade that finally sent James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets. They discuss how the Nets will scheme around Harden on both ends of the floor, and name the teams that are equipped to attack and defend them. Then, they examine the fits of Victor Oladipo, Caris LeVert, and Jarrett Allen on their new teams.
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Jan 14, 2021 |
Early Season Observations
7464
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones, Jr. discuss the COVID outbreak within the league and its effect on chemistry building, youth development, and analysis. From there, they give their takes on teams and players that have impressed or disappointed them.
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Jan 11, 2021 |
The Dunker Spot is Coming!
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Subscribe to BasketballNews.com's newest podcast The Dunker Spot as Nekias Duncan and former NBA video coordinator and assistant coach Steve Jones break down teams, players, and rumors around the NBA every week.
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Jan 07, 2021 |