Above The Rim NBA Podcast

After a brief hiatus, Jus is back to recap a very strange free agency. Even though Kevin Durant didn't get moved, there were still other deals that went down which will impact the league. A few teams got better, a few teams stood pat, and a few teams are TBD. Jus goes through all of the notable transactions with reviews & reacts to them all. To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit...

This episode Jus is joined by Wole (@Wole_USS @UrbanSportScene) from the "Urban Sports Scene" show. Congrats to the Golden St Warriors on winning the NBA title but the series was far from a classic. The fellas discuss the following: -How GS ripped the title away from the Celtics. Was the moment too big for them? -Where do we rank this GS title out of the 4? -Is Steph Curry top 10 all-time? We disc...

Jus is riding solo this ep discussing the NBA Finals. The last series of the year and it looks as if we are going to have a good battle. Two evenly matched teams, players & coaches all getting ready to battle it out for the championship. Celtics or Warriors, who you got? This NBA finals preview Jus is discussing all of the key matchups, who needs to step up on both sides, how the main stars NEED t...

Jus is riding solo this ep because he is pissed off!!! The Phoenix Suns had an epic collapse in a G7 to the Dallas Mavericks and it's time to call out everybody! Addressing the team, Book, Ayton, Bridges & Cp for their disappearance which was unacceptable. Pat Bev's hater comments, the Suns future & the WCF were also addressed. To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Tune...

This episode Jus is joined by host of the UpNFlamezPod, Mo Murphy (@Mo_Cheese15). The ECF between the Miami Heat & the Boston Celtics will be a defensive battle of epic proportions! Mo & Jus are here to break down the entire series... -Who are the x-factors of the series? -Which #2 option will perform better? -Udoka vs Spo, who wins the coaching batte -Tatum vs Butler, who wins the premiere indivi...

Jus is rolling solo this Ep discussing the 2nd round of the playoffs which has given us some amazing & tough matchups & much more! Most series are tied 2-2 so we are all in for a battle. -Jokic wins MVP & Monty wins COY -Mavs/Suns: Who needs to step up in order to close this out? -Grizz/Warriors: Injuries & physical play have been the storyline, where is Ja's help? -Heat/76ers: The Heat are in tro...

This episode Jus is joined by host of The Gray Area & The Rap Roundtable Pod, Ray Jarvis (@JarvTGA). The most intriguing & evenly matched series in the 1st round was supposed to be Nets vs Celtics but it was anything but that. It was an old fashioned beatdown by the Celtics and Jarv & Jus are here to breakdown who, what, where, when & why... -Why couldn't the Nets win ONE game? -It's time for Stev...

This episode Jus is joined by friend of the show Reemo (@LetsTalkHoopsTv). THE NBA PLAYOFFS HAVE BEGUN! The fellas discuss each playoff series & give their initial thoughts on the early action: -Nets/Celtics definitely going 7? -Raptors have no answer for Embiid -Suns/Pels & Mem/Min has some smoke to it. -Warriors & Heat take a lead, Jazz/Mavs is close. -Can the Bulls compete in this series? To su...

This episode Jus is joined by NBA journalist Stephen Garner (@StayTrueSDot3). The playoffs are right around the corner & the focus has shifted to conference seeding. The next week will set the stage & decide who will be facing who. This ep the fellas discuss: -Will the BEST player in the East actually WIN the east? -The fellas go through every playoff team & discuss their worst playoff matchup. To...

This episode Jus is joined by Big Dave (@BawlSports) from the "BAWL! On Bulls" & the "CHGO" pod. The Chicago Bulls turned one of the splashiest offseasons into a productive regular season. The duo of Lavine & Derozan has been nothing but phenomenal. This ep the fellas discuss: -Will homecourt advantage be the MOST important factor in the playoffs? -Demar Derozan's MVP caliber season, how far can h...

Jus is rolling solo this Ep discussing a few teams in the NBA that are hot off the press & some other teams that are starting to feel a little stale... -3 keys for the Boston Celtics to make a deep playoff run. -Can the Chicago Bulls overcome their injuries in time for the playoffs? -Give the Phoenix Suns their respect! -Do the Lakers even care anymore? -Yes, the Nets can win the east from the 8th...

This episode I'm joined by host of the "Off The Ball" pod, Chris Lebron (@OffTheBallPod). After last years playoff berth the NY Knicks were due for a promising season, or so we thought. Somewhere it went off the rails & it's either time to keep fighting or cut the cord. This ep we discuss: -Is the slam dunk contest dead? -Where exactly did the Knicks season turn -Julius Randle's regression this se...

Jus is rolling solo this ep recapping the wild NBA trade deadline & the top 5 backcourts in the league. -Harden's fit in Philly. Championship ready? -Did the Brooklyn Nets win the trade? How does Ben rock with KD & Kyrie? -Pacers/Kings/Bucks/Pelicans/Blazers/Mavs/Wizards are wheeling & dealing. -The Phoenix Suns with the quiet takeover -Top 5 backcourts in the NBA Support the show and purchase mer...

This episode I'm joined by the fellas Domo & Reem (@LetsTalkHoopsTv) @riche_threads). The NBA season is nothing but high's & low's & how you stay the course dictates your progression. Some players embrace adversity while others breakdown. This ep we discuss: -Embiid vs Jokic. Which center are you taking for a finals run? -James Harden leaving Brooklyn is inevitable? The fellas are not feeling his...

Jus is rolling solo this week recapping some of the leagues hottest topics including: -Picking the East & Western conf all-star team that SHOULD make it. -Ja Morant & the Grizzlies have been lighting up the NBA, Jus believes they will make it further than you think in the playoffs. -Why the Miami Heat are ready to win the East NOW. -Can Harden & Kyrie keep the Nets from sinking with KD out? -The 7...

This episode I'm joined by 2 special guests: host of the BTG For President & Open Run With BTG pod, Baylor (@Baylorism) & host of The Gray Area & the Rap Roundtable Pod, Ray Jarvis (@JarvTGA). It's time to talk all Los Angeles Lakers because this season has been nothing short of a rollercoaster. This ep we discuss: -Will the East playoffs be more competitive than the West this season? -What has be...

This episode I'm joined by lead Suns writer for PHNX Sports, Gerald (@GeraldBourguet). The Phoenix Suns have been the hottest team in the league this season & it was time to give them their just due. This ep we discuss: -Do the Suns deserve 3 all-stars this season? -Who has been the Suns 'team mvp' this year? -The maturation of Devin Booker's game over the years, how has he progressed into an all-...

This episode I'm joined by Reem (@LetsTalkHoopsTv) @riche_threads). The fellas get into a multitude of topics this week including: -Kemba Walker benched in NYC. Thibs must have lost his mind. -Lakers struggles... is the problem the same or is it new? -What have we learned about the Phoenix Suns during their streak? -John Wall complaining about playing time instead of playing. -Has James Harden los...

This episode Jus is rolling solo to recap some of the week's events around the NBA discussing: -Lebron's scuffle in Detroit -Laker struggles, Russ need to bring it down a notch & AD is not a #1 option -Concerns about the NY Knicks body language, Kemba disappearing -PHOENIX SUNS ARE STREAKING -The Chicago Bulls put the NBA on notice -Which duo would you rather have Jaylen/Tatum or Lavine/Derozan? S...

This episode Justin is joined by Zak Noble (@zaknoble) from the "Noble & Roosh" pod. Anthony Edwards is a phenom in year 2 & it's time to unleash him. The fellas discuss: -Is the James Harden trade a bust if the Nets don't win a championship this season? -Minnesota Timberwolves season outlook, time to pull the plug & trade KAT? -Anthony Edwards year 2 progression, is he already a top 10 shooting g...

This episode I'm joined by Damian Adams (@TheRealDealwDA), host of "The Real Deal". The new NBA rules implemented this season has shaken things up a bit, some are mad, some glad but who cares because it's here to stay! This ep we discuss: -Will Ja Morant make an all-nba team this year? -Can Zion become a top 5 scorer this year? -Expectations for Zion this season, is he still a franchise player? -I...

Family, the new NBA season has begun and we are hype! The first week of the season did not disappoint as we had bench altercations, a double overtime game, contenders looking suspect & young teams ready to win now. This ep Jus will discuss: -How the Lakers look so far. How long with the Russ experiment take? AD/Dwight scuffle -The Suns look off to start the season -The Knicks are LIVE -Uncertainty...

Part 2 of the season preview I'm joined by the fellas once again Domo & Reem (@LetsTalkHoopsTv) @riche_threads). This ep is strictly a coppin or droppin rapid fire segment so plug it up, buckle up & enjoy that high energy on the mic! Support the show and buy merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Tune in & drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Po...

This episode I'm joined by the fellas Domo & Reem (@LetsTalkHoopsTv) @riche_threads). The new NBA season is about to begin with so much to discuss that we had to split it into two episodes. In part 1 we each discuss our top 8 power rankings in each conference as well as a few players that we are keeping a close eye on going into the new season! Support the show and buy merch here: http://bit.ly/at...

This episode I'm joined by Wole (@Wole_USS @UrbanSportScene) from the "Urban Sports Scene" show. The LA Lakers bringing in Russ, Melo, Dwight, Rondo & others gives off championship or bust vibes. With all the negative noise about their age, are some considering them underdogs? This ep we discuss: -Grading the Lakers offseason moves -Russell Westbrook's fit. Is his shooting really a concern? -Could...