The Athletic NBA Daily

Andrew Schlecht is joined by Celtics beat writer Jay King and Mavericks beat writer Tim Cato to discuss Game 1 of the NBA Finals. How did the Celtics dominate the Mavericks? How did they take away the corner 3s and lobs from the Mavericks? We discuss all this and more on today's episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tampering Sam Amick and Anthony Slater are joined by NBCS Boston's Chris Mannix to talk all things Finals and preview what the Celtics can do against the Mavericks. The guys also discuss the Lakers coaching search as the headlines swirl with speculation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour preview the NBA Finals by asking questions. How will the Celtics defend pick-and-roll? Which team has the better coach? Who are the X-factors? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hoops Adjacent David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by Washington Post's Candace Buckner to preview the Finals and what each team needs to do to win. They also discuss the circus that is the beginning of Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut, and why there seems to be such an uproar around her start in the league. Tune in to hear who is taking which team to win the Larry O'Brian this summer! Hosted...

Zach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis discuss the NBA Finals matchup between the Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics. Can the Celtics finish the job? Will Luka win Finals MVP? What is the hottest Finals take? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour give their instant reaction the Mavericks' series-clinching victory over the Timberwolves, recap the series, and discuss some of the issues for the Boston Celtics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tampering Sam Amick and Anthony Slater are joined by The Athletic's Jared Weiss to discuss the Celtics' road to the NBA Finals, and previewing what they need to do to bring home banner No. 18. The guys also look at the Western Conference Finals to see if the Wolves will be able to force a Game 6, or if the Mavericks have a date with the Celtics on June 6th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Hoops Adjacent David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by NBA legend Rod Strickland to discuss his godson Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks. The guys also discuss Strickland's playing days, how the game has changed since he was in the league, and how he ended up having a career doing something that he swore he'd never do. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht and Fred Katz discuss the Wolves win over the Mavs in Dallas to stave off elimination and if the Wolves can actually make this a competitive series.  In part 2 Kelly Iko joins to discuss the Rockets and Spurs offseason and how each of those teams is going to climb back in the Western Conference Playoffs. Then they finish with a fun edition of Fred vs. a Friend.  Hosted...

Zach Harper and Jared Weiss discuss the Celtics win over the Pacers in Game 4. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour recap the conference finals games from the Weekend as the Celtics and Mavericks are both one game away from Finals berths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Amick, Anthony Slater, and Tim Cato give their takeaways from the opening game of the Western Conference Finals, what to look for in game two, and discuss what comes next for the Nuggets and Thunder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht and Fred Katz break down the Mavs win against the Wolves in Minnesota, how Luka did it, and what the Wolves need to do to get in this series. In Part 2 Jared Weiss of the Athletic joins to discuss the Celtics and their Game 1 win, Tatum's play, when Porzingis will return and much more. Then they play a rousing edition of Fred vs. a Friend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

Mo Dakhil, Seth Partnow, and Dave DuFour give their instant reaction and analysis after the opening game of the Eastern Conference Finals, preview the Western Conference matchup, and discuss the Nuggets earlier-than-anticipated exit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hoops Adjacent David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by Basketball, She Wrote's Caitlin Cooper to break down the Indiana Pacers journey to the Eastern Conference Finals, and whether or not they stand a chance against the number one seeded Boston Celtics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buds Zach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis react to the conclusion of the playoffs' second round, discuss the finish between the Nuggets and Wolves, and preview the Eastern and Western conference finals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour give their instant reaction to the Minnesota Timberwolves thrilling comeback game 7 victory over the Denver Nuggets, discuss the Pacers blowout win over the Knicks and the Mavericks dispatching the Thunder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Schlecht is joined by Sam Vecenie to break down the 2024 NBA draft. Is the draft as bad as some say? What could Alex Sarr bring to the Hawks? Who should the Hawks trade? That and much more about a bunch of different prospects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anthony Slater and Dave DuFour give their reactions to the Mavericks' game five win. Then, Mike Singer joins Sam to discuss the Denver Nuggets, Nikola Jokić, and his book, “Why So Serious? The untold story of NBA champion Nikola Jokić”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seth Partnow, Mo Dakhil, and Dave DuFour react to the Denver Nuggets dismantling of the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Knicks destroying the Pacers, and discuss the Mavericks loss the Thunder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hoops Adjacent David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson are joined by The Athletic's James Edwards III to dissect the draft lottery and what the Pistons should be doing in the off-season. Then, the guys discuss what they think Bronny's decision to remain in the draft. Also, The WNBA has announced a new team! Check what the Bay's Finest Marcus Thompson had to say about the news. Hosted on Acast. See acas...

Andrew Schlecht and Dave DuFour give their instant reaction to the unlikely Thunder comeback win over the Mavericks and the Celtics uninspiring win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis take a look at the Panic Meter for each playoff series and answer, "Who really won the NBA Draft Lottery?" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour give their instant reaction to Denver's Game 4 win to tie their series with the Timberwolves, breakdown the Pacers success in tying their series with the Knicks, discuss the Mavs and Celtics series leads, and react to the NBA Draft Lottery results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slam and Jam Andrew Schlecht and Tim Cato break down the Mavs win in OKC for game 2, how Dallas pulled it out, potential OKC adjustments, and what was up with the sex noises at Luka's press conference? In Part 2, Fred Katz and Jonathan Macri discuss the Knicks, OG's injury, and play a fun edition of Fred vs. a Friend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.