NBA Pulse with Sarah Kustok

Sarah is joined by longtime NBA writer Howard Beck to discuss Joel Embiid's dominating performance in Game 5, why the Celtics seem to be falling apart in the series, the basketball poetry of Nikola Jokic, if this could be the final chapter of Steph Curry vs LeBron James, and how the Knicks can fight back vs Jimmy Butler and the Heat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer John Schuhmann about why James Harden's huge games have been so surprising, what Devin Booker is doing to make NBA history and how insane the Nikola Jokic stats have been. Plus they preview the Lakers and Warriors game tonight and what the key will be for Anthony Davis and his impressive defense at the rim as well as Knicks vs Heat and how the Knicks can slow...

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Steve Aschburner for reaction to the Warriors Game 2 win over the Lakers. Klay Thompson's big game and Anthony Davis's disappearing act. Asch looks ahead to whom the Bucks may be targeting for their next head coach. Is Joel Embiid ready for Game 3 tonight in Philly as he accepts the MVP award, and when will average NBA fans respect Nikola Jokic as he dominate...

Ryan talks with Metta Sandiford-Artest aka "Ron Artest" about bringing bus loads of his friends to the NBA Draft, going head-to-head with Michael Jordan in his rookie season, how he decided to join the Lakers, the Mental Health journey that let him hit the game icing shot in Game 7 of the 2010 NBA Finals, and how the future looks for Bennedict Mathurin in Indiana. NBA Rookie Life is a production o...

Sarah is joined by ESPN and Yes Network Play-by-Play announcer Ryan Ruocco for reaction to the Lakers Game 1 win vs the Warriors and the Knicks Game 2 win over the Heat in New York, as well as discussion of Joel Embiid's MVP award worthiness and his impact on Sixers vs the Celtics tonight. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with Sports Illustrated senior writer Chris Mannix and gets his perspective on Steph Curry's epic 50-point Game 7 masterpiece. They also preview the Lakers vs Warriors Series, get the latest on Joel Embiid, plus a Sixers vs Celtics series preview and reaction to Jimmy Butler's injury in the Heat's big Game 1 win in New York. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA.   See o...

Sarah and NBA senior writer Michael C. Wright preview the 2 massive Game 6's tonight in the Western Conference with LeBron and the Lakers trying to close out Ja Morant and the Grizzlies as well as Steph Curry and the Warriors looking to advance past the Kings. We also Preview 2 of the Conference Semi-final Series that begin this weekend with Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and the Suns facing Nikola Jo...

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Steve Aschburner about all the biggest stories in the NBA Playoffs. Trae Young goes nuts in the Hawks win over the Celtics, LeBron James comes up big in the Lakers win, Jimmy Butler scores 56 as the Heat go to a 3-1 lead over the Bucks, and the Knicks try to close out the Cavs. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Sarah and NBA.com senior writer John Schuhmann talk about the stats that tell the story for every big playoff series. Warriors and Kings in the clutch, Rui's 3-point shooting, Booker's points in the paint, Knicks offensive rebounding, Bucks defensive issues and much more from the best stats guy in the league.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Sarah talks with TNT and NBA TV's Jared Greenberg about all the latest news. Nick Nurse out in Toronto, is Udoka next for Raptors? Sixers vs Nets controversy, what should concern Philly the most about Joel Embiid. Kevon Looney's extra motivation for his dominating performance in the Warriors win over the Kings. What LeBron and Anthony Davis need to do Saturday vs the Grizzlies and why Donovan Mitc...

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Steve Aschburner about the latest news in the NBA Playoffs including the Draymond Green suspension in the Warriors vs Kings series, the Ja Morant hand injury in the Lakers vs Grizzlies series and the Giannis back injury in the Heat vs. Bucks series. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and NBA.com senior writer Shaun Powell talk about the most intriguing NBA Playoff Series through Game 1. The Lakers with Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura leading the way past the Grizzlies, the Ja Morant injury. Kawhi, Westbrook and the Clippers getting past KD and the Suns. De'Aaron Fox stays hot in the clutch to beat Steph and the Warriors. Jimmy Butler shocks Giannis and the Bucks, the lat...

Sarah and NBA.com senior writer Michael C. Wright talk about the final Play-In games tonight, they preview the Cavaliers and Knicks series, the Warriors and Kings series and dive into Michael's MVP Ladder pick of Nikola Jokic as MVP over Joel Embiid. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and NBA.com senior writer Steve Aschburner react to the Lakers and Hawks Play-In victories, and look ahead to their next matchups. Plus Asch reveals his official NBA Awards Ballots for Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Sixth Man, Defensive Player, and MVP. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer John Schuhmann about the Play-In tournament, and John gives statistical previews for each matchup from Tuesday and Wednesday, including the status of Rudy Gobert and the importance for LeBron James.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Shaun Powell about the final weekend of the regular season and teams fighting to make the playoffs and avoid the Play-In Tournament. Plus a preview of the Knicks vs Cavs first round matchup. 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 MPV race following Embiid's 52 point game vs. the Celtics, the Lakers' win against the Jazz, and his latest Rookie Ladder with Paolo Banchero still on top. Plus Steve Aschburner defends the legacy of Wilt Chamberlain as Embiid gets attention for being the third center in NBA history to have five or more 50 point games in a season. ...

Vince Carter hosting his former Tar Heel teammate Antawn Jamison breaking down March Madness, scouting the tournament and how NIL has affected the college game. Plus, Antawn on how his former coach Mike Brown has surpassed expectations coaching the Kings and how they could win the western conference.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer John Schuhmann about the 3 teams battling for the Eastern Conference, Bucks, Celtics and Sixers. Plus why the Suns are so good with Kevin Durant, and how the Lakers are coming on strong at the right time.  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 the compelling MVP race between Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid. Jayson Tatum making his MVP statement vs the Bucks, and the crazy Western Conference Playoff Picture with the Lakers and Timberwolves game Friday and the Clippers vs Pelicans on Saturday.  NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

In the final episode of the series, Cassidy and Nikko are joined by PBA legend and current Assistant Coach for the NBA G League's Stockton Kings, as well as ESPN and Meadowlark's Pablo Torre, to discuss what it would mean for the first born and raised Filipino player to make it to the NBA.  Thank you for listening to the series and coming with us on this journey to explore the Philippines' basketb...

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer Shaun Powell about the Kings dream season and their chances in the postseason, the return of Kevin Durant for the Suns, the Sixers trying to hold on to the 3-seed, and the Mavs hoping to get on track in time to make the playoffs. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with NBA.com senior writer John Schuhmann about his Power Rankings column, including the Mavs struggles with Luka and Kyrie, the return of LeBron James to the Lakers, and this week's MVP showdown games with Embiid, Jokic, Tatum and Giannis. NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah talks with TNT and NBA TV's Jared Greenberg about the tight MVP race between Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic, the even tighter Western Conference Playoff Picture, the latest on LeBron James' impending return to the Lakers, and his NBA TV show, CrunchTime! NBA Pulse is a production of iHeartMedia and the NBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vince Carter hosting his former Tar Heel teammate Antawn Jamison revealing stories from their time playing in Chapel Hill, being recruited and playing pickup with MICHAEL JORDAN! Plus, Antawn talks about his favorite memories playing with Kobe Bryant and LeBron James in the NBA and much more.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...