Up and Under Podcast

On this episode of the podcast, Hani and Zeeshan continue their yearly tradition of breaking down their pre-season (although this one is a bit late) predictions of the NBA Eastern Conference standings. Just like in previous years, these predictions are predicated on the rosters as of October 2022 and based on both statistics from last season, roster construction, and our overall opinions/expectati...

On this episode of the podcast Hani and Zeeshan continue their yearly tradition of breaking down their pre-season predictions of the NBA Western Conference standings. Just like in previous years, these predictions are predicated on the rosters as of August 2022 and based on both statistics from last season, roster construction, and our overall opinions/expectations of the team. Written version and...

On this episode of the podcast Hani and Zeeshan breakdown the best and worst moves of the 2022 NBA Free Agency period. They also provide an update on the trade situations surrounding both Kevin Durant and Donovan Mitchell. YouTube and Written Version of Episode: https://upandunderpodcast.com/2022/08/01/the-best-and-worst-moves-of-the-2022-nba-offseason/ Time Stamps: (0:02:08) James Harden Signing ...

On this episode of the podcast Hani and Zeeshan break down the entire situation surrounding Kevin Durant and his recent trade request from the Brooklyn Nets. The two identify the teams with the best odds to land KD as well as come up with the best trade packages they can to acquire Kevin Durant. Written Version and YouTube: https://upandunderpodcast.com/2022/07/15/best-trade-packages-for-kevin-dur...

With the 2022 NBA Playoffs now over Hani and Zeeshan look back and determine some of the things they learned watching this years playoffs unfold, and how the league will change because of it. Written Version & YouTube: https://upandunderpodcast.com/2022/07/01/big-takeaways-from-the-2022-nba-playoffs/ Time Stamps: (0:02:11) Congrats to the Warriors  (0:09:03) Teams That Are Built the Right Way...

On this episode, Hani and Zeeshan continue their 2022 offseason coverage by taking a deeper look at some teams that failed to make the playoffs, and answering the question of what's next for them? This week they focus on what's next for the Brooklyn Nets and the Los Angeles, after both teams suffered disappointing endings to their seasons. Written Version of Episode & YouTube: https:...

On this episode, Hani and Zeeshan continue their 2022 offseason coverage by taking a deeper look at some eliminated playoff teams, and answering the question of what's next for them? This week they focus on what's next for the Miami Heat and the Dallas Mavericks, after both teams suffered conference finals playoff exits. Written Version of Episode & YouTube Video: https://upandunderp...

On this episode, Hani and Zeeshan continue their 2022 offseason coverage by taking a deeper look at some eliminated contenders, and answering the question of what's next for them? This week they focus on what's next for the Philadelphia 76ers and the Phoenix Suns, after both teams suffered second-round playoff exits. Written Version & YouTube: https://upandunderpodcast.com/2022/05/25...

On this episode, Hani and Zeeshan kick off their 2022 offseason coverage by taking a deeper look at some eliminated playoff teams, and answering the question of what's next for them? This week they focus on what's next for the Toronto Raptors and the Utah Jazz, after both teams suffered first-round playoff exits. Written Version & YouTube: https://upandunderpodcast.com/2022/05/18/wha...

On this episode of the podcast Hani and Zeeshan break down each first round matchup of the 2022 NBA Playoffs and give their prediction on which teams will advance to the second round. CHECK OUT FANATICS TO GET THE BEST SPORTS GEAR https://fanatics.ncw6.net/D2Dq2 SIGN UP FOR INSTACART AND GET FREE DELIVERY ON YOUR FIRST ORDER https://instacart.oloiyb.net/nxzPM Visit our website for more great conte...

On this episode of the podcast Hani and Zeeshan look back at some notable transactions from the 2021 offseason, and give their thoughts on whether or not the move has worked. Written Version and YouTube: https://upandunderpodcast.com/2022/03/17/reassessing-the-2021-nba-offseason/ Time Stamps: (0:02:58) Chicago Bulls  (0:06:46) Miami Heat  (0:13:19) Los Angeles Lakers  (0:23:16) Spencer Dinwiddie ...

With the 2022 NBA All Star Break now over, Hani and Zeeshan shift their attention to final stretch of the season and breakdown 5 things to look forward to for the second half of the season. YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZlGqVpqB24Q Time Stamps: (0:02:27) James Harden/Ben Simmons Experience  (0:08:11) Race for the East  (0:13:47) West Play-In  (0:25:28) East Playoffs  (0:29:02) NBA Awards  (0:32:44) Up...

With the NBA Trade Deadline officially over, Hani and Zeeshan react and breakdown to some of the biggest and most notable trades that took place. YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/pORLdoiV0HU Time Stamps: (0:01:37) James Harden - Ben Simmons Trade  (0:12:30) Kristaps Porzingis Trade  (0:17:44) Trailblazers Trades  (0:24:34) Pacers Trades  (0:31:56) Four-Team Trade  (0:34:10) Smaller Trades  (0:41:33...

With the 2022 Trade Deadline fast approaching, Hani and Zeeshan breakdown which teams need to make a trade either to bolster their team for a deep playoff run, or sell parts off to tank for the lottery. YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/lVNpJGZpPAg Time Stamps: (0:01:49) Brooklyn Nets  (0:09:48) Philadelphia 76ers  (0:18:40) Indiana Pacers  (0:24:02) Toronto Raptors  (0:34:30) Los Angeles Lakers  (0...

On this episode of the podcast, Hani and Zeeshan give their picks and predictions for the 2022 Western Conference All Stars. Stay tuned for the written version of the episode when we release our new website! YouTube: https://youtu.be/9-mvnI6N4GU Time Stamps: (0:02:23) Allstar Starters: Guards  (0:08:10) Allstar Starters: Forwards  (0:16:05) Allstar Bench: Guards  (0:20:01) Allstar Bench: Forwards ...

On this episode of the podcast, Hani and Zeeshan give their picks and predictions for the 2022 Eastern Conference All Stars. YouTube: https://youtu.be/L3BVJPU5cTk Time Stamps: (0:03:26) Allstar Starters: Guards  (0:09:22) Allstar Starters: Frontcourt  (0:15:21) Allstar Bench: Guards  (0:20:14) Allstar Bench: Frontcourt  (0:29:00) Allstar Bench: Reserves  (0:35:48) Up and Under Segment    CHECK OUT...

With the trade deadline soon approaching, Hani and Zeeshan break down four players that will be or need to be traded this season. During the episode they break down the background of the player, why he will or should be traded, as well as give some mock trades that could come to fruition. YouTube: https://youtu.be/MFhzvXG7xqg Written Version of Episode:  https://www.upandunderpodcast.com/post/4-of...

On this episode of the podcast Hani and Zeeshan breakdown two underperforming teams, and answer the question about what's wrong with the Los Angeles Lakers and the Toronto Raptors. They also break down some next steps each team can take to turn their seasons around. YouTube: https://youtu.be/CA58ThgAk0g Time Stamps: (0:02:23) Lakers: Injuries & Rotations  (0:08:36) Lakers: System  (0:19:0...

On this episode of the podcast, Hani and Zeeshan take a look at some NBA teams that are over and under achieving so far into the 2021-2022 season. As a bonus, they also break down some notable underachieving players who have had poor starts to the season. Written version of episode: https://www.upandunderpodcast.com/post/over-underachievers-so-far-this-nba-season YouTube Video: https://www.youtube...

On this episode of the podcast, Hani and Zeeshan break down their very early NBA Award Winners predictions for the 2021-2022 season. Written version of episode: https://www.upandunderpodcast.com/post/all-too-early-2021-2022-nba-award-winner-predictions YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/-jeU8z5rPuM Time Stamps: (0:01:48) COTY Predictions  (0:10:51) ROTY Predictions  (0:18:48) 6MOTY Predictions  (0:27...

 On this episode of the podcast Hani, Zeeshan, and special guest Maytham bring you part two of the Best NBA Players for each shoe brand. This time they turn their attention to some bigger brands like Nike, Jordan, Li-Ning and Under Armour. Written version of episode : https://www.upandunderpodcast.com/post/the-best-current-players-for-each-shoe-brand-part-2 YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/wa...

On the 100th EPISODE of the podcast Hani and Zeeshan introduce their first ever guest and talk about the best NBA Players for each shoe brand. On part 1 of this two part series they break down the players from Adidas, Puma, and Converse. Stay tuned for Part 2. Youtube Link  - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zdeu9gOFW7k CHECK OUT FANATICS TO GET THE BEST SPORTS GEAR https://fanatics.ncw6.net/D2Dq2...

 On this episode, Hani and Zeeshan continue their yearly tradition and give their very early NBA Eastern Conference Predictions. Check out our Western Conference predictions: https://upandunderpodcast.buzzsprout.com/770963/9238435-our-2021-22-nba-western-conference-predictions Written version of episode: https://www.upandunderpodcast.com/post/2021-2022-eastern-conference-standings-predictions YouT...

On this episode, Hani and Zeeshan continue their yearly tradition and give their very early NBA Western Conference Predictions. Check out our Eastern Conference predictions: https://upandunderpodcast.buzzsprout.com/770963/9302300-our-2021-22-nba-eastern-conference-predictions Written version of episode: https://www.upandunderpodcast.com/post/2021-2022-western-conference-standings-predictions YouTu...

On this episode of the podcast, Hani and Zeeshan dive in the history books and look back on 5 of the most disappointing NBA teams of the last 15 years. Time Stamps: (0:03:33) '07 Dallas Mavericks  (0:10:10) '13 Los Angeles Lakers  (0:17:24) '16 San Antonio Spurs  (0:22:17) '16 Golden State Warriors  (0:28:56) '18 Toronto Raptors  (0:37:21) Up and Under Segment Written vers...