Numbers on The Board

It's the Combine takeover for the Numbers On The Board team; Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick interview fifteen prospects at the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago. From aspects that will translate into the pros, thoughts on the narrative of this year's draft being 'weak' to favorite pre-game meals and, of course, Drake or Kendrick? The team is joined by Jared McCain, Rob Dillingham, Jaylon Tyson, Alexa...

On this episode of Numbers On The Board, Mike is BACK as the guys rank their top performances in the playoffs thus far. Does the newly named MVP Nikola Jokic have the best performance or does Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, or another star sit atop the NOTB list? During “Drop The Mike”, Mike asks the guys what they would rate the refs’ performance during the playoffs. Going back to the playo...

On this episode of Numbers on the Board, the crew delivers the very harsh truth about EVERY remaining team left in the playoffs. Will the Pacers even the series after Game 4 and can the same be said for the defending champion Nuggets? Or are the Timberwolves and Knicks built to take a commanding 3-1 lead versus those teams? Plus, what do the guys make of the Cavs-Celtics and Mavs-Thunder series as...

Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick rate the best players in this year’s playoffs based on outstanding performances - which player has had the best postseason thus far? On Drop The Mike, Mike asks if a new champion is crowned this season, which team would you want to see win a chip? The Timberwolves take a 2-0 lead against the defending champion Nuggets, and frustrations seem to be boiling over in De...

With nearly all of the 2nd Round matchups of the NBA playoffs set - Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick predict how the Eastern and Western semi-conference matchups will play out. On Drop The Mike, Mike asks which playoff teams have improved their stock after the 1st round of the playoffs? The failure of the Suns season led their owner to make head-scratching comments: what’s next for Phoenix? Darvin...

On this episode of Numbers on the Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick take a look at Kevin Durant and LeBron James’ future with the Suns and Lakers. Could they team up with Steph Curry to form a big 3?! The young movement is real as the Timberwolves and Thunder swept their way into the 2nd round meanwhile the defending champion Nuggets also booked their ticket to the West’s semi-finals. On ‘Dr...

With the NBA Playoffs in full swing, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick reveal which series they believe are already over! Plus, on Drop The Mike, the guys discuss their favorite storyline in the playoffs, including why Pierre is not a fan of the current NBA product. The Lakers find themselves in a 0-3 against the Nuggets on the brink of getting swept - again - is it time to blow things up in L.A.,...

With Kenny in New York on First Take, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick break down the opening games of the playoffs with early reactions. Are the Lakers doomed after losing on a game-winner to go down 2-0 versus the Nuggets? Should the Mavs be worried after a lopsided loss to the Kawhi Leonard-less Clippers? Are the Bucks and Knicks legit threats to knocking the Celtics off? Plus, are the Timberwolves, T...

With the playoff matchups locked-in, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick predict how the NBA postseason will play out. Which players are X-factors to their team’s success? Which teams are sleepers? Which teams are on upset alert in the first round? Plus, it was a big week for the NOTB family, from appearing on a Times Square billboard to sharing their excitement ahead of their ESPN2 debut! On Drop Th...

As the NBA playoffs tip off Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick start by predicting the winners of every play-in game. Should the Lakers lose to avoid the Nuggets? Who has the advantage: Warriors or Kings and will it be Joel Embiid or Jimmy Butler to lead their team to victory. On ‘Drop the Mike’ the guys talk about the first playoff series they remember vividly. Plus, Blake Griffin officially retire...

We're at the finish line of the NBA regular season, and before we get set for the playoffs - Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick take a look back at all the happenings of the 2023-2024 NBA season. Also, the top seed in the Western Conference is up for grabs; ultimately, which team will grab it? The Clippers are locked in to face the Mavericks in round one of the NBA playoffs, but will Kawhi Leonard r...

It’s award season on this episode of Numbers on the Board and the guys start by debating Luka or Jokic for MVP. Why Victor Wembanyama is the runaway rookie of the year, Rudy Gobert’s defensive dominance and so much more. Plus, the NOTB crew name their All-NBA, All-Defensive, and All-Rookie teams AND come up with some of their own NEW awards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswiz...

With the NBA playoffs kicking off a little over a week away, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick reveal each contender's biggest weakness. The team shared their thoughts on J Cole's response to Kendrick Lamar and blind rank five J Cole tracks on 'Drop The Mike'. The Sixers welcome back Joel Embiid - is Philadelphia primed to make a deep run this year? Knicks' Julius Randle will have season-ending sur...

On this episode of Numbers on the Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick reveal who the REAL MVP is. Will Nikola Jokic or Giannis Antetokounmpo win their third MVP? Or will Luka Doncic or Shai Gilgeous-Alexander win the prestigious award for the first time? The guys also pay homage to Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and more women’s hoops stars. On Drop The Mike, they talked about what teams had hype...

As the homestretch of the NBA season is upon us, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick reveal which teams are trending in the right direction and which teams’ future looks grim. On Drop The Mike, Mike asks the team to build a dream team around Victor Wembanyama. Darrick awards Mills’ Man of the Week to Dejounte Murray, coming off a 44-point performance against the Celtics. Is Murray and Trae Young the...

During this episode of Numbers on the Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick share thoughts on the alleged Jontay Porter betting allegations. The team also discusses the X-factors for every playoff team as teams gear up for a championship run at the end of April. On Drop The Mike, they go down memory lane of the starting 5 players they would love to have back on their favorite teams. Plus, Kenny...

As we inch closer to the NBA Playoffs, the team breaks down the perfect scenario for contending teams. On Drop the Mike, Mike asks, has there been an instance where a player’s post-game or interview made him more likable? The G-League ignite is set to shut down after the season; what impact will it have on the NBA? Brandon Ingram is expected to be out a couple of weeks with a knee injury; what lev...

On this episode of Numbers on The Board Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick take the NBA and turn it into the NCAA Tournament - will Boston and Minnesota make it to the Final Four? Are the Lakers 1 and done and who would be the Cinderella of the NBA? Plus the guys discuss Anthony Edwards POSTER, the Suns issues and if Jalen Brunson is becoming a Top 10 Knick of all-time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...

From powerhouse contenders to dark horse surprises, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick analyze each playoff team's strengths and weaknesses to determine where they stand in the competitive landscape of the postseason - including Pierre’s spicy take on who is the most overrated player in the NBA. The team recaps their experience courtside at the Bulls game this past week. On Drop The Mike, Mike asks...

With a month left in the NBA regular season, the team rates from the amount of pressure each contender is under as the NBA playoffs approach. Kenny debuts a new segment, suggested by the Numbers on the Board family, ‘Kenny For Your Thoughts.’ On Drop The Mike, Mike asks, what was too good to be true this season? Plus, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick share their thoughts on Donovan Mitchell and ot...

On this episode of Numbers on the Board, the guys rank the top 15 duos currently in the NBA. Which duo did one of the guys shockingly not include on their list, and which duo stands on top of the rest? On Drop The Mike, the team discusses their favorite play in basketball. The Wolves lost Karl-Anthony Towns indefinitely with a torn meniscus; could Minnesota remain on pace in the Western Conference...

Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick discuss 1 thing they learned from every NBA team. Are Zion and the Pelicans being overlooked out West? Are the Sun's too star-heavy to win a title? Will an aggressive Damian Lillard make the Bucks unstoppable? Does Boston have a “flawless 5”? Should we be worried about the Heat and Clippers as the playoffs get closer and who do they think is the frontrunner for the...

As the NBA season approaches the home stretch, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick discuss which team has the most reason to panic. The team discusses their most enjoyable way to watch the NBA, the Milwaukee Bucks turnaround with Doc River at the helm, early glimpses of Wembanyama vs. Holmgren - perhaps the premier matchup of the next generation, and how soon Wemby could be the face of the league? Th...

Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick have an eye towards the future as they simulate the next five years on this episode of Numbers on the Board. From who will be the face of the league, how good Victor Wembanyama becomes, if Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum, and other young stars cement their legacies with MVPs and rings all the way down to free agency and potential trades along the way. On Drop The Mike, t...

Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick predict the rest of the NBA season - Which team would they buy the most stock in to win a championship this season? Also, which team is one move away from becoming a contender? Giannis made some interesting comments: Calling the Bucks’ Damian Lillard’s team and revealing he does not watch film?! Jimmy Butler and the Heat get into a scuffle with the Pelicans; is thi...