GSMC Basketball Podcast

Eddie dives into the oh so crazy trade deadline who the winners and losers are, who got better and who is looking forward to the draft. Eddie tells you why Draymond isn't even a top 20 defender. How can you be the best defender ever if you're not even the best defender on your team. He also tells you why James Harden is now the MVP frontrunner and Anthony Edwards might have a chance at rookie of t...

This year's NBA trade deadline has come and gone and we had big deals being made up until the last minute. Steven discusses all of them and what they could mean for each team as they gear up for a playoff push in the 2nd half of the season. He also talks about which teams he feels have been the hottest and coldest of the 2nd half so far and gives some predictions on the biggest games this weekend....

Ryan discusses what was a wild trade deadline day and who improved the most and who maybe should have been more aggressive as well as what impact the deals could have on this season and beyond.<br /><br />If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and...

Mike details the incredible Cinderella run of Oral Roberts in the NCAA, the run of Loyola Chicago to get past Illinois and into the Sweet 16, how the Lakers can survive with LeBron James and Anthony Davis both out with injuries, and which NBA Legend Coach is better between Gregg Popovich and Phil Jackson.<br /><br />If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you...

In an action packed year where the defending champs had no time to rest their bodies, especially Lebron in his 18th season, does a month off actually help him? It's a high ankle strain but Eddie tells you why it could benefit the Lakers. The March Madness just got crazy, no perfect brackets but the Pac 12 came to play but Eddie is still upset at the officiating. Eddie explains that the Rookie of t...

Ryan discusses what a fun and great first weekend of March Madness we had, with some shocking upsets and true under dog stories, the NBA getting some tough injuries to some star players, why he thinks the time is now for Dame to win the MVP & will the play-in tournament have an impact on the trade deadline?? <br /><br />If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the sh...

Mike goes into detail about the win by 15th seed Oral Roberts over 2nd seed Ohio state and how these upsets usually occur. He also explains the significance of the PJ Tucker deal to the Milwaukee Bucks, how the Charlotte Hornets have gotten into the playoff picture and which young NBA star he would build his team around for the next 5-10 years<br /><br />If you enjoyed this episode, fo...

Eddie talks about the crazy first days of March Madness did we expect anything less with all these underdogs showing up to play. The NCAA has a terrible look as videos and photos surface of the ladies weight room, meals and presents they were given compared to the men. They made an excuse then came back to apologize. Eddie also takes a deep dive in the PJ Tucker trade and why Lebron deserves more...

This NBA season has been extremely competitive in both conferences. A lot of teams have surprised this season while others have disappointed and Steven is going to be getting into all of them in today's episode. He gives his thoughts on each teams performance so far this season as he goes through both Eastern and Western conference standings. He also discusses completed deals and trade rumors with...

Mike goes in-depth about the hype surrounding Alabama basketball, sleepers to make a deep run in march madness and possible first round upset teams, LeBron's MVP Case and Lakers success and the best Big 3 in modern NBA history.<br /><br />If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube...

Eddie looks into all that has happened since the 1 year Anniversary of the NBA pause due to Covid, what Ben Simmons and Tobias have to do to keep the 76ers afloat with their MVP Joel out. He fills out his bracket what teams to look out for here's a sneak peak the Razorbacks and Cowboys may wreck some brackets. This weeks show is loaded with all the latest NBA headlines.<br /><br />As a...

Ryan Discusses the excitement of the return of March Madness, who can survive more without their bigman the Sixers or Lakers, he also discusses the resurgence of Carmelo Anthony's career and his impact with the Blazers, plus does Klay Thompson have a point that the Warriors will be back into title contention once he returns.<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us...

Mike goes into detail about the Big 12 Championship game which saw Texas best Oklahoma State. He explains how both of these teams could be Elite 8 or Final Four Teams. He explains the concerns he has for Brooklyn with Kevin Durant being out with his hamstring injury, the awesome story of seeing Caris Levert back with the Pacers and his Top 5 Coach of the Year Candidates.<br /><br />As...

Eddie finds a little rivalry in the All- Star game between Steph and Dame. Houston it's time we let this Rocket take off and start from ground 0. March Madness is here, referee its time to bite the whistle and let the kids play. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well...

The Miami Heat & NBA has had to deal with an unfortunate incident that has affected a lot of people when Meyers Leonard uttered an anti-Semitic slur while he was live streaming on Twitch. As a Heat fan, Steven gives his thoughts on the situation. He also talks about everything that happened during All-Star weekend, and who he believes will be the biggest risers during the 2nd half of the seaso...

Mike Schretter breaks down the trade of Blake Griffin to the Brooklyn Nets and how his value is not as high as many believe. He explains which teams would suit center Andre Drummond the best and where he ultimately goes, showcases the hype behind potential top 3 draft pick Evan Mobley and why a 4 point line/heavily expanded three point line would not be great for the NBA game. <br /><br /...

Eddie gives a recap of the first half of the current season as well as a preview of what's to come in the second half. He also talks about All-Star Weekend, March Madness, and all of the upcoming awards.<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please reme...

Ryan shares his thoughts on Blake Griffin choosing to sign with the Brooklyn Nets and if this put them over the top as the favorite for the finals. He also discusses who could be a potential buyout or trade candidate, what teams may be buyers or sellers at the deadline. Finally, he ponders what LeBron could have in store once his career is over: GM, Coach or even owner????<br /><br />A...

Mike Schretter explains how Joel Embiid's success this year has been no surprise based on all the adversity he had to go through in his life, the impact of Colin Gillespie tearing his MCL, Lakers best options for the trade deadline and his top 5 MVP candidates.<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any ap...

With the All-Star weekend underway, Steven is going to be tackling the topic of whether it should even be happening and why the NBA is going through with the event despite backlash from players and the state still in the midst of a pandemic. He's also going to be talking about all the big trade rumors around the NBA as we near the trade deadline on the 25th.<br /><br />As always, if yo...

Ryan jumps into the return of James Harden and why he doesn't like teams announcing they will retire someone's jersey while they're still active, the three teams who have disappointed him the most, why he thinks the NBA is wrong for playing an all-star game & finally what is more exciting a big three point shot or a big dunk!<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follo...

Mike Schretter breaks down the crazy Tuesday Games in the NBA, explains how the NY Knicks have been the surprise in the Eastern Conference and breaks down the Lloyd Pierce Firing as well as his best big in the NBA.<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube....

Ryan dives into why he thinks Cade Cunningham is the clear cut number 1 prospect for the draft, he also reacts to Steph Curry's comments following the Warriors blowout loss, Hawks decision to fire Lloyd Pierce and why he thinks the Clippers could potentially lose two superstars if they don't make the finals.<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to...

Mike recaps the recent game between the Lakers and Nets, discusses issues surrounding the NBA All-Star Game, talks about Blake Griffin trade implications, and gives you his top 10 NBA teams.<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subsc...

Ryan gives you the team he thinks is the most fun to watch, how Nikola Jokić is playing and what's up with the Nuggets, if the Jazz are or real and, the trade rumors around Kristaps Porzingis.<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to sub...