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It’s time to hold ourselves accountable by looking back at what we originally thought each team’s 2023 offseason and decide how well that take and the teams’ offseasons themselves have aged. Plus, we break our rules and go back to re-grade a key 2022 offseason move whose outcome has fluctuated wildly. DAL DEN-17:00 GSW-28:00 HOU-35:05 LAC-41:53 LAL-51:47 MEM-1:01:05 MIN-1:09:28 Join Dunc’d On Prim...

An ode of appreciation to LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Stephen Curry as they carry the Americans to another gold medal in Paris over a game French squad. We break down what they’ve meant to American basketball, plus a deep dive on the gold medal game itself.  We also discuss our theories for why Americans (relatively) struggle in FIBA basketball, and pick our All-Olympics teams. Join Dunc’d On...

We give our observations and predictions for the knockout round of the Olympic basketball tournament, then get into offseason grades for the rest of the East: MIL and CLE after signing Trent and Allen 23:00 ATL-30:00 CHA-39:00 CHI-44:51 DET-53:00 MIA-1:04:15 PHI-1:15:40 TOR-1:20:00 WAS-1:27:30 Join Dunc’d On Prime for 35% off using the code mockoffseason2026 ! It's the only place to get every epis...

TNT sues the NBA to enforce its matching rights, what are the early indications on how it could play out? Andrew Nembhard’s extension negotiations were some of the more fascinating in recent memory. (8:00) Tyus Jones joins Phoenix, is this a game-changer for the Suns? (16:00) Plus the rest of the transactions around the league. Then, our wrap-up of every roster player in Summer League continues! C...

Our wrap-up of every roster player in Summer League begins! ATL–Zaccharie Risacher and Co. WAS–Alex Sarr, Bub Carrington, Kyshawn George (13:40) HOU-Reed Sheppard, Cam Whitmore, AJ Griffin (33:30) Then, the news including our reaction to the Evan Mobley extension (54:00), TNT’s intent to match the Amazon TV deal (1:04:18), and Gary Trent Jr. signing with the Bucks (1:16:10) among other things. Joi...

The first part of our look at the Western Conference offseasons, with NO business school grade inflation! A “C” is average folks. Oklahoma City Thunder Denver Nuggets L.A. Clippers Dallas Mavericks Phoenix Suns Los Angeles Lakers Golden State Warriors Join Dunc’d On Prime for 35% off using the code mockoffseason2026 ! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod w...

Paul George reveals the course of negotiations with the Clippers. At 16:00, we catch-up on a few other signings from the last couple days. Then, we reevaluate some interesting predictions about Dejounte Murray, Pascal Siakam, the 2024 playoffs, and more. 27:00 and make some new predictions about: Whether Lauri Markkanen will be traded-41:00 Whether Brandon Ingram will be traded-46:00 How effective...

Donovan Mitchell extends in Cleveland. 8:12–Financial implications of LeBron re-signing on a 1+1 for the max, Bronny’s contract relative to other late selections. 19:20–The Orlando Magic have used their financial flexibility to assemble a crazy deep team. 29:00–Golden State’s signing of Kyle Anderson and pursuit of Buddy Hield 38:00–Phoenix, Milwaukee and Boston make value signings for the minimum...

Paul George spurns the Clippers, or was it the other way around? What does this mean now for the Clippers, plus we put a rather ugly bow on this 213 era of Clippers basketball. The Nuggets also take an apparent step back in their championship contention with the departure of KCP.  Is there any justification other than just “the money?” What does Orlando look like with KCP and what should they be f...

Nate and Danny break down all of the major trades, picks and signings involving the teams through the 9th pick in the draft. Part 2 is available exclusively on Dunc'd On Prime. Hawks take Risacher 5:26–Wizards picks and trade with Blazers 26:00–Knicks night, re-signing OG and draft moves 35:00–Portland gets Donovan Clingan 39:00–Houston takes Reed Sheppard 43:00–San Antonio takes Stephon Castle. 4...

Jonathan Givony of ESPN is our guest to discuss some of the big themes around the 2024 draft and debate the top picks. On the docket: How will the new 2-day format affect the second round? 12:45: Why he has Zaccharie Risacher #1 on his board 17:00 Alex Sarr’s potential as a do-everything center 19:30 Why Nate has Reed Sheppard #1 on HIS board, and what Jonathan thinks of that. 23:00 The comparison...

The Washington Wizards have the #2 pick as their key decision this offseason, but also have potential trade pieces to abet their rebuild. 25:10–Houston got lottery luck moving up to #3.  Who are the best fits there? How do their recent draft successes factor into the possibility of trading for a star and their long-term plan? Should they be thinking of using cap space in 2025? 48:00–Ron Holland of...

The 2024 Mock Offseason is here. Kevin Pelton of ESPN, Danny Leroux, and Dan Feldman control the 30 teams, and Nate Duncan is the player agent as they game out the offseason. In Part 1, each GM lays out the goals for their team. Then, Donovan Mitchell weighs whether to extend with Cleveland or evaluate potential trade suitors, Paul George decides whether to remain in LA or explore other cap space...

One of the best organizations in the NBA is finally rewarded with an elusive championship. What path did they take to get to this point, and how did the players, coaches, and organization evolve along the journey? Plus, where does this Boston team rank historically after dominant regular and postseasons? What do we make of the Mavericks season after a great run ended with a loss in the Finals? Fre...

Dallas salvages some pride with a massive blowout victory. Will this mean a sea change in this series going forward? What adjustments can Boston bring? Join Dunc’d On Prime for 35% off using the code mockoffseason2026 ! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Vide...

Despite the absence of Kristaps Porzingis, the Celtics largely controlled Game 3 as they played their game and the Mavericks couldn’t play theirs. We also remember the amazing basketball life of Jerry West. Join Dunc’d On Prime for 35% off using the code mockoffseason2026 ! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! Subscr...

The Dallas Mavericks are in an 0-2 hole, and despite their best efforts the Celtics still present the same major issues to them as in Game 1. How did the Celtics seize control of the series, and what counters remain to them? Plus, we turn into ESPN for a few minutes at the end. Join Dunc’d On Prime for 35% off using the code mockoffseason2026 ! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate &a...

Boston serves notices that their system and personnel will be a totally different kind of nut for Dallas to crack, as most of their inherent advantages told in Game 1.  How can Dallas adjust to stay in the series in Game 2? Join Dunc’d On Prime for 35% off using the code mockoffseason2026 ! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nat...

The Wolves just had a dream season, but now must pay to keep this group together, and somehow get better. What will it cost ownership money-wise, and what are the restrictions if they do not avoid the dreaded Second Apron? Could they actually trade Karl-Anthony Towns, and would it make sense to do so as anything other than a money-saving move? The Kings have Mike Brown back in the fold after some...

Luka Doncic gives new meaning to the term “coming out aggressive” and sends the Wolves into the Minnesota night. We revisit how he and the Mavs were able to rebuild their team and make their 3rd NBA Finals appearance. We then start our draft scouting with wing prospect Zaccharie Risacher of France, who is in contention to be the number one overall pick. Join Dunc’d On Prime for 35% off using the c...

Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and Daniel Gafford bring Dallas home as Minnesota’s late-game offense again short-circuits, and the Mavs are now a game away from the NBA Finals. The same is true for Boston although it took more late-game heroics themselves against a game Indiana team.   Join Dunc’d On Prime for 35% off using the code mockoffseason2026 ! It's the only place to get every episode with Nat...

Dallas played their game against Minnesota while taking the Wolves out of theirs. How can Minnesota turn that in the next games? The Knicks need to re-sign OG Anunoby and Isaiah Hartenstein, but also have assets in the coffers to acquire another star. Who might they consider and who might be available?   Join Dunc’d On Prime for 35% off using the code mockoffseason2026 ! It's the only place to get...

Minnesota authors the largest-ever comeback in a Game 7 to oust the defending champs on the road.  How did the Wolves pick themselves up off the mat in the series and in this game? What do we make of the Nuggets’ loss? The Knicks’ dream season finally ran out of gas against the Pacers, who had perhaps the best offensive performance ever in a Game 7.     Join Dunc’d On Prime for 35% off using the c...

Minnesota and Mike Conley bounce off the mat to destroy Denver and push the Nuggets to their first Game 7 since 2020. How did the Wolves hold Denver to 70 points and how much can be repeated in Game 7? Also, we look at the key free agent centers in a thin group that includes Isaiah Hartenstein, Nic Claxton, and Jonas Valanciunas. Are there any sleepers we’d be targeting? Join Dunc’d On Prime for 3...

The Denver Nuggets showed their quality in two massive wins in Minnesota. What truly changed in this series; was it Denver playing better or the Wolves playing worse, and what does it all mean for Game 5 and beyond. Indiana played a fantastic game against New York, who look as though all the miles are finally catching up to them. How can they turn it in Game 5? Finally what does the lottery outcom...