Coast to Coast NBA Podcast

Why did the Nets hire Jacque Vaughn, should the Knicks be moving on from Tom Thibodeau? How close are the Pelicans to popping off, why the Blazers look so impressive, and which players have been lighting up the NBA to start the season? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss all things NBA Basketball! We open up the show with some Catch & Shoot- Incl the league's best backcourt &...

Will the Utah Jazz keep on winning, why the Cavaliers look like such a good team? Why the Trail Blazers need Damian Lillard back despite good start and the Brooklyn Nets disaster show. Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss all things NBA Basketball! We briefly discuss Lauri Markannen and the Jazz, Gobert's fit in Utah, the Trail Blazers' bright start, and why this could be a bi...

Are the New Orleans Pelicans the real deal? Is this the best Portland team in the Damian Lillard era, will the Jazz keep on winning? What's next for the 76ers and why the Brooklyn Nets should be concerned. Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss our thoughts from the opening week of NBA Action! We open the show with a new segment 'Catch & Shoot' where we offer up our hot takes an...

Does Draymond Green's decline continue? How can the Warriors remain a contender in spite of that & is Jordan Poole ready to deliver as a full-time starter in the NBA. Will the Grizzlies lack of off-season moves come back to haunt them and is Desmond Bane set to follow in the footsteps of Ja Morant? Plus we make our picks for all the major awards and outcomes of the 2023 season. Ronan Gaine & Chris...

Do the Phoenix Suns have something to prove this season. Is Chris Paul's decline real and where does the improvement come from? How do the Mavericks replace Jalen Brunson. Can they sustain their great defense and is 2023 Luka's takeover year? Ronan Gaine & Christian Nambu going Coast to Coast to preview the Phoenix Suns and the Dallas Mavericks ahead of the new NBA season. Why the Suns have someth...

Why the return of Kawhi Leonard & Paul George makes the Clippers the team to beat in the West, what impact John Wall can have on the team, and why the pressure is on Paul George to deliver more than anyone else. Will Murray & MPJ take the Nuggets to the next level, do they have the depth to compete at the very top, and can Bones Hyland improve on his impressive rookie season? Ronan Gaine & Chris N...

What sort of impact will Rudy Gobert needs to have in Minnesota, is Anthony Edwards primed for a breakout season, and do the Timberwolves have the talent and depth to dominate? Can the Lakers bounce back? Is Westbrook able to adjust his game to fit in LA and why Anthony Davis is the key to success for the Lakers. Ronan Gaine & Christian Nambu going Coast to Coast to preview the Minnesota Timberwol...

Anfernee Simons breakout year, can he build on alongside Damian Lillard, what sort of difference will Jerami Grant provide, and is this the best roster Portland has had in the Dame Era? Zion's return, does he make the Pelicans roster complete, and are New Orleans now a playoff certainty? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to preview the Portland Trail Blazers and the New Orleans Pelica...

De'Aaron Fox's potential alongside the new look Kings. Where is the defense going to come from for Sacramento and what sort of impact will Keegan Murray have? Will growing pains force the Spurs to tank in 2023 and who will run the offense now that DeJounte Murray is gone? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Sacramento Kings & San Antonio Spurs ahead of the new NBA season....

Is Alperen Sengun ready to pop off in his second year in the league following impressive EuroBasket performances. Will Jalen Green reach All-Star level in 2023 and is Shai Gilgeous Alexander too good for the Oklahoma City Thunder right now? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Houston Rockets and Oklahoma City Thunder ahead of the new NBA season. What is the aim for Housto...

Donovan Mitchell traded to the Cavaliers, is he really the difference maker they needed. Where do the Jazz go from here, how long will it take for them to trade away the rest of their veteran players and what next for Collin Sexton, can he revitalize his career in Utah and still become a star in this league? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the biggest trade of the summer...

Chet Holmgren's season-ending injury, does the Pat Beverley trade mean Westbrook is finished in LA and what now for the Brooklyn Nets as Kevin Durant's return is confirmed. Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the long-term impact of Chet Holmgren's season-ending foot injury, the pros & cons of the Lakers trade for Patrick Beverley, and what it could mean for the future of Rus...

Can Bradley Beal return to All-Star level, why Kristaps Porzingis can thrive in D.C, and what is the aim for Washington this season? Should Tom Thibadeau be coming back as Knicks coach, is 2023 RJ Barrett's year, and what are the signs of hope for New York Knicks fans? Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discuss the Washington Wizards & New York Knicks. Will Bradley Beal get back to...

How will No.1 pick Paolo Banchero fit in the NBA, how will the Magic sophomores fair in year 2 after polarising rookie seasons. Who is a better fit for Detroit, Killian Hayes or Jaden Ivey? And what is Cade Cunningham's ceiling this season. Is Tyrese Haliburton ready to pop for Indiana and will the team still be major sellers in the market? Ronan Gaine and Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast to discu...

Do the Miami Heat have enough to remain as a top-tier contender in the ever-improving Eastern Conference without making a trade for a major star? And can 'The Process' finally come full circle for the 76ers because the pressure is on this team like never before to deliver! Ronan Gaine (@R_GaineNBA) & Chris Nambu (@ChirstianNambu) going Coast to Coast to discuss the Miami Heat, should they trade fo...

Does a return to full health in 2023 bring the Milwaukee Bucks right back to contenders following their 2nd round playoff defeat last season. And can the Chicago Bulls take another step forward this season, will they go from playoff whipping boys to a playoff competitor? Ronan Gaine (@R_GaineNBA) and Chris Nambu (@ChristianNambu) going Coast to Coast to discuss the Milwaukee Bucks. How health impa...

What are the ambitions for the Raptors next season, how can their young core continue to develop and help bring success in 2023 and beyond? And is there still room in Cleveland for both Darius Garland & Collin Sexton? Ronan Gaine (@R_GaineNBA) & Chris Nambu (@ChristianNambu) going Coast to Coast to discuss the Toronto Raptors. Could Toronto have 3 All-Stars next season? How can Scottie Barnes take...

Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast! We look at answering some of the questions from our Eastern Conference White Board. We start with a look at the Atlanta Hawks, how Trae Young's game can grow after a great 2021/22, what Dejounte Murray will bring to the team & what the expectations should be ahead of 2022/23. Then we take a look at the Charlotte Hornets, and why they may take a step...

Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast! On today's episode, we lay out all the questions that need answering for the teams in the Eastern Conference. We give our thoughts on James Harden's new deal, and whether he can return to an elite level. If the Miami Heat can stay relevant in the improving East, can the Cavaliers take another big jump, and much much more! Connect with the show: Subsc...

Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast! On today's episode, we take a look at DeAndre Ayton's future, does he deserve a max contract and can he become a franchise player. If the Jazz should commit to Donovan Mitchell as their franchise player or if they should go full rebuild. How good can the Pelicans be with Zion Williamson returning to the fold, should the Raptors mortgage their future...

Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast! On today's episode, we are discussing all things free agency, following a wild 24 hours. From Rudy Gobert's trade to Minnesota & Malcolm Brogdon's trade to Boston to Jalen Brunson signing for the Knicks and Portland rebuilding around Damian Lillard. Grading all the major moves and giving you the details on all trades, signings, and extensions! Connec...

Very special episode as Ronan & Chris are joined by varsity basketball/NBA development coach Mike Foustoukos. We discuss the 2022 draft class, from most likely superstar to most likely lottery pick to be out of the league within 5 years. The development of players, from college to the NBA & the keys to taking the step from role player to star player. We finish off with a discussion on which player...

Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast! Draft night is this Thursday so here is our 1-15 Mock Draft. Ronan & Chris alternate picks through the first 15 selections in the 2022 Draft, with insight into the qualities each player will bring, their fit within the teams selecting them, and where each player will need to improve. Connect with the show: Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.co...

Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast! The Golden State Warriors are the 2022 NBA Champions. We take a look at what this triumph means for the current dynasty, the individual performances & the major keys that led them to victory. We then analyze the Boston Celtics, what is next for this team, the performance of Jayson Tatum, is he an elite-level player? What improvements they can make, w...

Ronan Gaine & Chris Nambu going Coast to Coast! We open today's episode with the NBA Finals-the 3rd quarter Warriors domination, Celtics' defense of Curry, and offensive adjustments for GSW. Jayson Tatum's playmaking and how the hot/cold nature of Jaylen Brown's offense is working for Boston. We then move over to trade talk and take a look at some of the rumors surrounding big men in the off-seaso...