NBA Pulse with Sarah Kustok

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Steve Aschburner about the crazy buzzer beater and what separates Nikola Jokic from the rest of the league. Wemby vs Giannis in an epic showdown and glimpse of what's to come. Plus, the Lakers discontent and what the Lakers need to do to save the season. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Shaun Powell about the big Knicks/Raptors trade, OG Anunoby's hot start with New York, what the Raptors next move might be with Pascal Siakam, how OKC could be thinking as we approach the trade deadline and their huge matchup with the Celtics tonight! NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright about his MVP Ladder and what all the top 5 candidates need to do to win.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and NBA senior writer John Schuhmann talk Power Rankings. The Celtics incredible West Coast road trip, the Lakers can't figure it out on offense, Ja Morant doing the impossible, plus Luka putting on a show on Christmas and why the Suns continue to struggle.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Steve Aschburner about the battle for Rookie of the Year raging between Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama. They also get into the Pistons struggles and what might need to change in Detroit, as well as why Orlando is succeeding despite also having a very young roster.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Shaun Powell about the drama around the Warriors at the moment, the return of Ja Morant to the Grizzlies, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder outplaying the Clippers almost 5 years after the SGA, Paul George Trade. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcast and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Michael C. Wright about his latest MVP Ladder column. Giannis makes franchise history and leaps to #3, Joel Embiid stays at the top of the list with a 41-point double-double, and Jokic maintains his spot at #2 with his 35th career triple-double.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer John Schuhmann about his new Power Rankings. The T-Wolves move to #1, LeBron, AD and the Lakers dominating the paint, what the Pacers can do to improve, the rising Cavaliers and the surprising Clippers. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Steve Aschburner about the In-Season Tournament Semi-Finals - Haliburton's excellent performance with zero turnovers in the Pacers win over the Bucks, and LeBron's performance in the Lakers win over the Pelicans. They also preview the Finals matchup coming up as the Lakers and Pacers battle for the NBA Cup.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the...

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Shaun Powell about LeBron the Lakers controversial win over the Suns, they breakdown Haliburton and the Pacers huge win over the Celtics, and preview the Semifinal matchups of Lakers vs Pelicans and Bucks vs Pacers on Thursday in Las Vegas. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcast and the NBA   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and NBA senior writer John Schuhman discuss the most intriguing numbers from each of the 8 In-Season Tournament Quarterfinalist and preview all the matchups for Monday and Tuesday night's games. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Michael C. Wright about his latest MVP Ladder column. The Jokic vs Embiid battle starts up again, but Joel brings a new element this season. Plus Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is making a strong case with OKC.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcast and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Steve Aschburner about the In-Season Tournament so far... The excitement, the controversy and the tweaks that could be made looking forward. They also preview the Quarterfinal matchups coming up including the Suns vs. Lakers and the Celtics vs. Pacers. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Shaun Powell about Devin Booker's game winner vs. the Knicks, the Suns rising in the West, the Bucks come from behind win over the Blazers, and how the Magic are proving to be for real in the East.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer John Schuhmann about his latest Power Rankings column. How the Timberwolves are leading the West, the overachieving Thunder with Chet making an ROY statement, and why the Kings are so much better with De'Aaron Fox running the show. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with Michael C. Wright about his new MVP Ladder. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander remains in the Top 5 and they discuss how SGA is leading the Thunder, Luka Doncic moves up to 2nd and Mike talks about what the Mavs are doing differently to get off to an historic start. Plus, how the Heat and Jimmy Butler have won 7 in a row. NBA Pulse is a Production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio...

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Steve Aschburner about the rise of Tyrese Maxey and the Sixers as well as Anthony Edwards taking charge in Minnesota and the Rockets beginning to launch up the Western Conference standings. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Shaun Powell about Trae Young's big game in Mexico City, Tyrese Haliburton putting on a show vs. the Bucks and if the Hawks and Pacers can join Milwaukee, Boston and Philly as the elite in the East. Plus, the latest on the Lakers struggles to start the season and the Clippers adjusting to life with James Harden.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts an...

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer John Schuhmann about his latest Power Rankings column. What makes the Celtics the best team in the league right now, can the Hawks continue to soar with Snyder and what do the Knicks need to change to get back on track, plus the James Harden impact for the Clippers.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer, the man on the Wemby beat, Micheal C. Wright about Victor Wembanyama's HUGE 38-point performance vs the Suns, plus how good the Spurs can be this season in the Western Conference. They also discuss James Harden's comments upon his arrival in Los Angeles and how the Sixers are moving on this season. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartPodcasts and the NBA See...

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Shaun Powell, who was in the building for the Clippers domination of the Spurs on Sunday night about Wemby's early season struggles, the Lakers role players like Austin Reaves not stepping up and the latest info on the James Harden situation with the Sixers. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Steve Aschburner, who was in Milwaukee for the game, about Damian Lillard's incredible debut, the Sixers situation with James Harden and LeBron James going vintage vs Kevin Durant.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with the man behind the NBA GM Survey, John Schuhmann, and goes inside the numbers on Title Winner, MVP, Franchise Player, Breakout Player, Biggest Draft Steal, Best Coach and more.   NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Steve Aschburner about the new look Eastern Conference. Will the Bucks new duo dominate, are the Celtics better with Jrue, can the Heat recover, what will happen with Harden and who are the sleeper teams we are not talking enough about. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Michael C. Wright about his expectaions for the Western Conference. Will the Nuggets repeat, can the Suns Big 3 play together, what does LeBron have left in year 21, and how will the Spurs develop Wembanyama. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.