Coast to Coast NBA Podcast

Grant Williams to the Dallas Mavericks, the Lakers lowkey rebuild, the Rockets jump to contention following the first week of free agency & where will Damian Lillard & James Harden be playing their basketball come October? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss our favourite moves following the first week of NBA Free Agency, from Grant Williams' switch to Dallas to Max Strus in...

Which 2023 rookies will be the best fit with their new franchise, can Wembanyama eclipse rookie Tim Duncan and deliver an instant return to the playoffs for San Antonio, and which teams need a significant move this off-season? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the 2023 Draft. Top 5 fits, rookies most likely to play most playoff minutes, Wembanyama's rookie year, and rebuild...

Bradley Beal traded to the Phoenix Suns; what does this mean for the team's future and more specifically, Deandre Ayton? Who are the best-looking lottery prospects not named Wembanyama, Scoot, or Miller & who will be the 2023 draft sleeper? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss Bradley Beal's trade to the Phoenix, how do they build a roster around their star trio and, what sort...

Where does the Denver Nuggets title run rank all time, why we could see multiple trades among the top 10 draft picks, and which players look most likely to be on the move this off-season? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Denver Nuggets title run, where does it rank all time, just how good was Nikola Jokic's playoff/finals performance, and where the Nuggets can go from...

Will Lillard leave Portland? What's next for Chris Paul? & why the Nuggets are just too much to handle for the Miami Heat! Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the trade market for Damian Lillard, should the Blazers blow things up or could they still build a competitor around their star? Is Chris Paul going to leave the Suns, where could he land, and what's next for Phoenix if...

Is it time for Boston to split from Brown & Tatum, is Joe Mazzulla the man to lead the team next season, can Miami stop Jokic, or is the Nuggets' offensive juggernaut just too much to handle? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the questions marks facing the Boston Celtics heading into the offseason, from the future of Jaylen Brown to the coaching of Joe Mazzulla & the curren...

San Antonio wins the Wembanyama sweepstakes, but how big of an impact can he have next season? Miami becomes the first road team to go up 2-0 in Conference Finals history, can they close it out at home, and is Denver's offense too much for the Lakers & the rest of the NBA to handle? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Draft Lottery and the beginning of the Conference Fina...

How Jimmy Butler proved the difference vs Knicks, can the 76ers stars step up in Game 7, are the Denver Nuggets the favorites for the title, or could Anthony Davis have the answer in the WCF? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Conference Semi-Finals and preview the West Conference Finals, as well as Game 7 between Boston & Philadelphia. We open up the show with a look at...

Harden's epic Game 1 performance, AD the key for LA vs Warriors, Knicks in a strong position despite Game 1 loss, and are the Nuggets playing the best basketball in the NBA right now? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Conference Semi-Finals, beginning in the West with a look at the Warriors matchup with the Lakers, why LA can disrupt the champs more than Sacramento, and...

What has worked for the Lakers so far, are the Phoenix Suns at full tilt, should the 76ers be worried ahead of the 2nd round, and should the Bucks risk Giannis as they go down 2-1 vs Miami? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the NBA Playoffs. We begin out West to discuss the Lakers' matchup with the Grizzlies before looking at the importance of home advantage in Kings/Warrio...

The regular season has ended, but what have we learned? Where do we go from here heading into the playoffs and beyond, we discuss are five major takeaways from the season. Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the NBA regular season, what we learned from the campaign and what were the major takeaways from a season full of change, success, and failure. 0:32- Timberwolves fight/K...

Will the Kings' defensive struggles hold them back in the playoffs, is Devin Booker the leader of the Phoenix Suns? Just how telling was the Celtics' victory over Milwaukee and can the Lakers shake up the playoffs after their win over Timberwolves? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to talk all things NBA Basketball. We open up this week with a discussion about the Sacramento Kings, th...

Could the Bulls be the play-in surprise package this year, how will the playoff battle pan out in the West, why Paolo Banchero is a no-brainer for ROY, and who are the real contenders for the NBA Championship? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the NBA Playoff Picture and much more. We begin with the play-in positions in the East before moving over to the WILD West, where we...

Can the Suns win it all without KD at 100% come playoff time? Is Grizzlies vs. Warriors a rivalry, is Jalen WIlliams a potential star for OKC, and is this the year 'The Process' finally delivers for the 76ers? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss Kevin Durant's latest injury and what sort of impact it will have on the Suns. Ja Morant's off-court issues, how can he and the Griz...

Are Bucks now the team to beat in NBA? Where does Damian Lillard rank in the NBA today and among guards all-time, can Quin Snyder turn things around with Trae Young in Atlanta, and can Brunson/Randle lead Knicks to playoff success? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to round up the latest NBA stories, incl. The Bucks' form, LeBron's injury impact, and KD in Phoenix. Before going in-dep...

What is the difference between a star and a superstar, and how many superstars are there in the NBA today? Is Luka Doncic a generational talent, will SGA reach superstar level, is Jimmy Butler the most underrated star in the league, and much more. Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the difference between stars and superstars, ranking the 2023 All-Stars between the two catego...

Phoenix Suns go all in on Kevin Durant, the Lakers improve their roster, but can they now make a playoff run, the TWolves move on from D'Lo, and will Kyrie thrive and stay in Dallas? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast with guest Tim Thornquist to discuss a wild trade deadline, which included blockbuster moves, key roster switches, and small moves from championship competitors. We round...

The Minnesota Timberwolves gave up a lot to bring Rudy Gobert in, but is it too early to pass judgment on this move, and where do the TWolves go from here? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves great form since the turn of the year, the lack of impact we have seen from Rudy Gobert, the issues facing Anthony Edwards, and is Chris Finch up to the task o...

Embiid dominates Jokic, the Nets 3 point barrage beats New York, and missed foul call allows Celtics to end losing streak. Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to take a look back at the rival's week games on Saturday night. Including the Denver Nuggets trip to Philadelphia. The battle of the boroughs in New York and old rivals reunited as Boston hosted the Lakers. 0:40- Denver'76ers 19:...

How does Rui Hachimura fit in Los Angeles? Are the Brooklyn Nets playing their best basketball of the KD/Kyrie era, is the Bucks shooting a problem, and can Philly's play hold up in the playoffs? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Los Angeles Lakers trade for Rui Hachimura, how does he fit with the current roster, and will he find a home in L.A. Then we take a look at th...

Is Ja Morant a top 5 player in the NBA? Is Joel Embiid the best scorer in the league, why have the Denver Nuggets been so good this season, and is the Jokic MVP three-peat a no-brainer right now? Ronan Gaine & Christian Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Denver Nuggets- their great season so far, what has been the major difference maker for them, and how they can continue this form into the...

OKC Thunders impressive season, is Shai's rise to stardom putting them under pressure to make moves with their treasure trove of picks. The Indiana Pacers shock playoff form, do they already have their future core? Should they trade Myles Turner at the trade deadline, and who will be the buyers & sellers in February? Ronan Gaine & Christian Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Oklahoma City T...

Which teams have been the most disappointing in the first period of the 2022/23 season, and which teams have surprised? Which players have flattered to deceive, and who is setting the world alight in the early part of the season? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast, for the 100th time, to review the NBA season so far. The three teams that have been most disappointing, the most underwhel...

The impact of Malcolm Brogdon, is Joe Mazzulla the head coach to lead the team. Tatum/Brown domination and who provides the biggest threat to Boston's title hopes? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Boston Celtics with the special guest Tim Thornquist. We discuss their win over the Phoenix Suns, the additions made to the roster over the past 8-12 months, the performance...

Can the Lakers still make the playoffs, is AD's form here to stay. Can the Kings' offensive form remain with them for the season and should the Timberwolves be worried? Ronan Gaine & Christian Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Los Angeles Lakers mini-revival, the form of Anthony Davis, and is there a trade that can make them contenders, or is it time to give up on the AD/LeBron duo. We als...