The ALL NBA Podcast

Adam Mares and Tim Legler discuss the NBA’s most consequential newcomers, highlighting LaMelo Ball, Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, Ja Morant, Fred VanVleet, DeMar DeRozan and the Los Angeles Lakers’ supporting cast. They break down the toughest problems facing championship contenders Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets and Lakers, and why the Nuggets, Houston Rockets and Thunder have the most t...

Adam Mares and Tim Legler break down the biggest games and NBA storylines. They start by examining the impact of newcomers like Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, and Kawhi Leonard. What problems must the Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons solve to make a deep NBA playoff run? Why do the Orlando Magic, Indiana Pacers and Boston Celtics have so much to prove? Plus, a look at in...

Adam Mares and Marc Stein break down the biggest NBA offseason storylines, starting with the latest on LeBron James and the looming decision that could shape the league. They discuss how much longer LeBron could play, how he might announce his next move, and whether anyone truly knows where he'll end up. The episode also covers the Gary Trent Jr. contract investigation, the latest on the holdup su...

Adam Mares and Jason Timpf rank the top NBA championship contenders heading into the 2026-27 season, breaking down where teams like the San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma City Thunder, New York Knicks, Boston Celtics, Miami Heat, Philadelphia 76ers, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Lakers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Toronto Raptors, and Minnesota Timberwolves stack up. They also discuss how LeBron...

Adam Mares and Tim Legler break down the biggest standouts from NBA Summer League, starting with the top four picks and their early performances. They dive into the most impressive young players and rookies, including Yaxel Lendeborg, Morez Johnson Jr., Labaron Philon, Koa Peat, Meleek Thomas, Darius Acuff Jr., Brayden Burries, Khaman Maluach, Cameron Carr, and Aday Mara. Adam and Legs discuss whi...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down some of the most exciting young Summer League players and biggest storylines around the NBA, starting with Darryn Peterson’s impressive play and how he stacks up against AJ Dybantsa and Cameron Boozer. They dive into the fascinating future of the Utah Jazz, discuss key Summer League matchups including Boozer vs. Caleb Wilson, Darius Acuff Jr. vs. Brayden Wagler...

Adam Mares and Marc Stein break down the biggest NBA offseason storylines, starting with the latest on LeBron James and what could come next for his future. They discuss the Denver Nuggets’ decision surrounding Peyton Watson, what NBA executives are saying about the blockbuster Jaylen Brown trade, and the wider impact of that deal across the league. The episode also explores the changing landscape...

Adam Mares and Tim Legler break down one of the biggest trades of the NBA offseason as the Philadelphia 76ers acquire Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics in exchange for Paul George and draft picks. They discuss how Brown fits alongside Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, the different identities the 76ers can now play with, who becomes the team's first option, and which players will need to sacrifice...

Adam Mares and Jason Timpf break down a wild NBA offseason filled with blockbuster trades and major roster moves across the league. They react to Kawhi Leonard being traded to the Toronto Raptors, the Los Angeles Lakers reshaping their roster with Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, Collin Sexton, and Sandro Mamukelashvili, and debate where LeBron James should sign in free agency. The episode also cov...

Adam Mares and Marc Stein break down the biggest NBA offseason rumors and trade buzz, starting with the latest on Nikola Jokić’s contract situation and why he may not sign an extension with the Denver Nuggets this summer. They discuss how rival teams view Jokić’s future, Denver’s reported interest in Jaylen Brown, and evaluate the blockbuster LaMelo Ball trade. The episode also covers the latest o...

Adam Mares and Tim Legler break down the biggest NBA offseason moves, headlined by the blockbuster trade sending LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. They discuss what the deal means for both franchises, why it could reshape Minnesota’s future, and what direction the Charlotte Hornets are taking after moving their franchise point guard. The episode also covers Isaiah Joe’s trade to the Detro...

Adam Mares and Tim Legler break down the biggest storylines from the NBA Draft, including Tim’s experience hosting draft coverage, why there were fewer trades than expected, and his reactions to the top lottery selections. They discuss the fits of several intriguing prospects, including Kingston Flemings with the Kings, Yaxel Lendeborg joining the Warriors, Morez Johnson Jr. reuniting with his col...

Marc Stein and Adam Mares breakdown the best games and biggest stories in the NBA.   00:00 - Intro   FOLLOW ALL NBA Twitter: http://x.com/ALLCITY_NBA Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/allcity_nba/ TikTok : http://www.tiktok.com/@ALLCITY_NBA An ALLCITY Network Production All music credited to Greg Kramer, check him out on Spotify! Kalshi: Download the Kalshi App and use code ALLNBA to get $10 whe...

Adam Mares and Dave DuFour look back on the biggest lessons from the NBA season and playoffs, including how postseason basketball continues to evolve away from the regular season. They discuss Tom Thibodeau’s impact on the Knicks’ championship foundation, Jalen Brunson’s adaptability, the future of heliocentric offenses, and why ball-handling, on-ball defense, athleticism, and basketball IQ are be...

Tim Cato and Tim Legler break down the most interesting NBA teams heading into a pivotal offseason, starting with the Indiana Pacers and the biggest questions facing the franchise. They also dive into the futures of the Boston Celtics, Memphis Grizzlies, Washington Wizards, and Los Angeles Clippers, discussing the challenges, opportunities, and decisions that could shape each team's direction. The...

Adam Mares and Tim Legler break down the New York Knicks’ championship-clinching win, led by another heroic performance from Jalen Brunson. They discuss Brunson’s incredible determination, his history of winning at every level, and what this title means for both his legacy and the Knicks franchise. The episode also explores how New York continually reinvented itself throughout the playoffs, the im...

Adam Mares and Marc Stein break down the New York Knicks capturing the NBA championship and what made this title run so special. They discuss the identity and spirit that defined the Knicks all season, Jalen Brunson’s place among the greatest players in franchise history, and how to evaluate Victor Wembanyama’s performance on the Finals stage. The episode also looks at why Dylan Harper’s role coul...

Adam Mares and Tim Legler break down the New York Knicks’ unforgettable comeback win in the NBA Finals, revisiting the biggest moments that flipped the game and changed the entire feel of the series. They discuss when the momentum shifted, the wild sequence of plays in the closing minutes, Josh Hart’s missed layup, De’Aaron Fox’s late-game decision-making, and OG Anunoby’s incredible tip play. The...

Adam Mares and Jason Timpf break down the New York Knicks’ historic Game 4 comeback in the NBA Finals and the biggest moments that fueled the rally. They discuss how the San Antonio Spurs built such a large lead, why they tightened up under pressure, and the lessons Mitch Johnson can take away from the collapse. The episode also explores how the Knicks stayed committed to their process, the impact...

Adam Mares and Tim Legler break down Game 3 of the NBA Finals from Madison Square Garden, where the San Antonio Spurs responded with a poised and physical performance to get back into the series. They discuss the incredible atmosphere in New York, the Knicks’ second-quarter surge, and San Antonio’s ability to answer every run. The episode dives into Jalen Brunson’s struggles against full-court pre...

Adam Mares and Jason Timpf break down Game 2 of the NBA Finals as the New York Knicks take a 2-0 series lead over the San Antonio Spurs. They discuss why Karl-Anthony Towns has been such a difficult matchup for Victor Wembanyama, how the Knicks’ ball movement and elite jump shooting have fueled their playoff run, and the defensive game plan that helped close out another win. The episode also dives...

Adam Mares and Marc Stein break down the biggest NBA Finals and league-wide storylines, starting with the incredible partnership between Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns and how Brunson has elevated the New York Knicks into championship contention. They discuss whether this level of stardom was foreseeable during Brunson’s time with the Dallas Mavericks and the lessons teams can learn from Dal...

Adam Mares and Tim Legler break down Game 1 of the NBA Finals, including Jalen Brunson’s heroic late-game performance and the New York Knicks’ dramatic win over the San Antonio Spurs. They discuss the similarities to the Knicks’ comeback in the Eastern Conference Finals, Karl-Anthony Towns delivering one of the best games of his career against Victor Wembanyama, and Josh Hart’s all-around mastercl...

Adam Mares and Tim Legler break down the biggest storylines coming out of the Western Conference Finals and preview the NBA Finals matchup between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. They discuss how the Spurs’ role players outperformed Oklahoma City’s, the growth San Antonio showed throughout the series, and why Chet Holmgren struggled in key moments. The episode then dives into the bigges...

Adam Mares and Marc Stein break down the biggest NBA postseason and offseason storylines, starting with the San Antonio Spurs advancing to the NBA Finals after their Game 7 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. They discuss the Finals rematch from the NBA In-Season Tournament, whether homecourt advantage in Game 7s still matters, and where the Thunder go from here after a crushing playoff exit. The...