Points in the Paint Podcast

Anthony Davis has been on another planet recently, so we talk about his dominance and how sustainable it is. Plus, do we owe him an apology? Also, what makes the Celtics the best team in the NBA right now? And who can beat them? We also talk the Bulls' downfall, Zion being sneaky good, and Devin Booker's scoring success. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

Some slow starting teams are finally starting to pick it up, we talk about who could be a sneaky playoff team. Also, the Kings and Jazz are now falling...yikes. Were they frauds? Some fun Stats of the Week and we get some thought-provoking questions from listeners about Harden vs Doncic and more. Phone message line: 773-273-9088 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac...

We finally have to start believing in the Wizards and the Kings, and Kevin Durant has been a monster. We talk about Anthony Davis' resurgence with the Lakers, Klay Thompson back into form, and Kawhi finally being back. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

SGA getting a game-winner, the Kings are rolling, and the Cavs still struggle. We talk about our Top 3 players through 15 games and also which good teams we think will fizzle out. We give our Weekend Warrior picks of teams and players we like to have a big weekend, and break down the problems of the struggling Bulls. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

Now that we're in the middle of November, it's time to start evaluating some of these teams. The Kings, Celtics, and Wizards all having good weeks, while the Cavs are struggling. We talk about the two 50+-point games had this week in the league, and also have to throw Tom Thibodeau in NBA Jail for his team's last of defense. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...

Another week, and much more NBA news to get to. The small market teams have been dominating the league, so we talk about why that is and what it means. Luka has been making his MVP case, and can the Blazers keep up the good play? We throw the Lakers into the NBA Jail (maybe?) and answer some listener questions! Leave us a message: 773-273-9088 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca...

The season is off and running and we've got some thoughts on what's transpired. Has it been a "backward" start? We talk about the whole Brooklyn Nets situation from Kyrie to Steve Nash to KD to Ime Udoka. Then, we break down the Lakers' rough start and take comments and questions from listeners! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv...

Zach previews the Washington Wizards with Washington Post Wizards beat writer Ava Wallace. They talk Bradley Beal, Kyle Kozma's role, playoff chances, and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Another DOUBLE preview episode, this time, with two Western Conference teams. We talk with Anthony Irwin of Silver Screen and Roll all about the Lakers, including AD and LeBron's future, Russ and his impact, the Lakers' defense, and more! Then, we chat with David Grubb of Pelicans Scoop about the Pelicans' high expectations, Zion's health, Brandon Ingram's star power, and more! See Privacy Policy...

It's finally here! The NBA season starts this week, so of course we had to preview it all. We give all our predictions for the season awards, and who we think is making it to the Finals in June. Plus, we debate the Draymond/Jordan Poole punching incident and give our thoughts on John Wall in LA. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv...

We preview the Chicago Bulls with Bleacher Nation writer and podcast host Elias Schuster. We talk expectations, Lonzo Ball's injury, where they'll finish in the East, the potential of the Bulls' Big Three, Ayo's contributions, Andre Drummond's impact, Pat Williams' potential, and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not...

We're previewing one of the West's better teams in the Memphis Grizzlies! We talk with LockedOnGrizz's and NBA writer Joe Mullinax what to expect from Ja and Co. What's the starting lineup looking like without Jaren Jackson Jr.? He also gives us some surprise names that could be on the move and who could step for Memphis this year. Plus, can Ja compete for MVP this year? See Privacy Policy at http...

Time to look East as we preview the Philly 76ers with beat reporter Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer. We talk Joel Embiid's MVP possibilities, James Harden's chemistry, team needs, Finals chances, and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

It's a two-a-day this week with our team previews. First, we talk with OKC beat reporter Brandon Rahbar of the Daily Thunder. We talk Chet Holmgren's injury, the duo of SGA and Giddy, playoff potential and more! Then, we're joined by Spurs writer Burno Passos of Pounding the Rock to talk San Antonio basketball, including Keldon Johnson, tanking, and future draft prospects. See Privacy Policy at ht...

Knicks fans...how're you feeling? We wanted to know so we asked SNY's Chris Williamson all about the Knicks. How far can Jalen Brunson take them? Can Julius Randle improve back to normal form? What's the team's ceiling this year? And Chris gives his BOLD Knicks prediction as well and much more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva...

We preview one of the more dramatic teams in the league this past season. We talk with WFAN/Talkin' Nets/MLB Network's Keith McPherson all about the Brooklyn Nets. His expectations, what he thinks about Ben Simmons' fit, Steve Nash's role, KD/Kyrie and a lot more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Continuing on with the Central Division, we talk with Spencer Davies from Basketballnews.com and the Keepin' It 94 Podcast all about the Cavs. What to expect from a Collin Sexton deal, how the three 7-footers lineup will perform, young stars expectations, and Kevin Love's fit! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-...

We're back! After a couple weeks off, we make our glorious return as we start up our offseason team previews. We talk with SB Nation/Indy Cornrows writer Caitlin Cooper all about the Pacers, expectations surrounding Myles Turner, and how far Tyrese Haliburton can take them. Then, we talk with the Detroit Free Press's Omari Sankofa about his predictions for the Pistons, how much they can grow, and...

We're in the heat of summertime, so there's lots of offseason business to attend to. We take a call on our voicemail line--Give us a call 773-273-9088--and then we look at possible destinations for Deandre Ayton and who's been shining at the start of Summer League (3:15). We have to throw Minnesota GM Tim Connelly into NBA Jail (11:38) and then we give our Winners and Losers of the NBA offseason s...

So long, partner. The Finals are over and so is the NBA season. So we recap what we liked and disliked from the Finals and what it means for Steph's legacy (3:30). We throw Jayson Tatum into NBA Jail for his Game 6 play (11:10). Then, we look at Andrew Wiggins' play, and debate whether the Warriors can continue their dynasty (15:10). Finally, Word on the Street has it that Rudy Gobert might go to...

Could the series be over on Thursday? We look back at what happened in Game 5 (1:27) and then have to throw an NBA official into NBA Jail along with a Klay Thompson look-alike (7:45). Ben dunks with Steve Kerr and Zach likes Andrew Wiggin's performance in Game 5 (11:21). There's a lot of trade rumors flying around with Rudy Gobert and the Hawks and Bulls so we look at what is possible (23:30). Fin...

We're at Game 3 of the NBA Finals all tied at 1-1, so we take time to recap Game 2 and give our expectations on Game 3 (3:11). Zach has to throw Steph Curry into NBA Jail, and we throw John Wall haters in there, too (9:38). Ben denies Jayson Tatum in the 2nd half of Finals Games, and we talk about Draymond Green's antics during Game 1 and Game 2 and if they are too far (17:50). We go through what...

It's finally here! We preview everything about the upcoming NBA Finals (2:43) and also debate the "Jimmy Butler Shot" (13:00). We give our predictions for the Finals (21:04) and talk about the Lakers new head coaching hire (28:41). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

We're nearing the end of the conference finals, so we give our grades and thoughts on some of the...sloppiness (0:40). We also review the draft lottery and our thoughts on the Chet vs. Jabari debate (9:00). We throw NBA athletic trainers into NBA Jail (13:31). Ben gives props to Clutch Sports and shames video reviews, while Zach dunks with the Celtics and hates on NBA fines (16:17). And we debut o...

We're down to the final four teams in the NBA, so of course we have to preview the conference finals. We look at the two Game 7s (1:30) and then break down the play of Luka and Jayson Tatum (9:56). We throw James Harden BACK into NBA Jail smh (19:52), and then Ben has to criticize Devin Booker while Zach praised Imo Udoka and Jason Kidd (23:14). Finally, our complete Conference Finals predictions...