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Dave DuFour and Fred Katz take a look at the most interesting potential playoff matchups and what problems may arise. Then, the guys react to Fred's All-Surprise Team, discuss the defensive improvement of Jalen Duren, and the Most-Improved award. Read Fred's article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7147351/2026/03/26/nba-surprises-jalen-duren-nickeil-alexander-walker-ryan-rollins/ Join our Discor...

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to incredible overtime comeback by the Wolves and the returns of Joel Embiid and Paul George for the 76ers. Then, Jay King joins the show after Boston's impressive win over Oklahoma City to discuss their status as title contenders, Jayson Tatum's progress, and Jaylen Brown's MVP case. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keit...

Andrew Schlecht and Dave DuFour discuss who has the biggest slice of pie in the contender pie chart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the NBA Player's Association complaints about the Bucks shutting down Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Player Participation Policy's 65-game rule. Then, Carter Rodriguez from the Chasedown Podcast joins Dave to dive deep into the Cavs post-deadline success, the James Harden experience, and why Donovan Mitchell may be a target in the playoffs. Join our Discord! http...

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the return of Jalen Williams for the Thunder, the Victor Wembanyama problem, and the Rockets wasting a 40-point night from Kevin Durant. Then, Dan Woike joins the show to discuss the Lakers improvement since the break and Luka's MVP case. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni and Dan Woike Executive Producer: Andrew...

Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita react to Kevin Durant passing Michael Jordan on the all-time scoring list, his chances of passing Kareem, and the Thunder getting healthy. Then, the gang takes a look at the Lakers winning streak, the Hawks rise to the 6 seed, and Boston’s dominance with Jayson Tatum. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita and Es...

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are back for another episode of the Saturday Slam N Jam. They discuss the week of basketball plus their Good, Bad, and What in which they talk about the Nuggets nose diving, the tanking teams that deserve the number one pick, and a weirdly cold stretch for 2 players. In part 2, Stephen Pridgeon-Garner of PHNX joins to discuss the Suns and how they have been this suc...

Dave DuFour and Brian Geissinger react to some of the fun moments from the NCAA tournament, discuss Cade Cunningham's season ending injury, and the fall out from the NBA's 65-game rule. Then, the guys discuss the Hornets win over the Magic, the top half of the East, and why Boston is the team to beat. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Brian Geisinger Executive...

Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Will Guillory react to the Lakers back-to-back wins over the Rockets, the Luka and LeBron duo putting on a show, and the Rockets continuing fourth quarter woes. Then, the gang takes a look at the West playoff race and how it might shake out. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni and Will Guillory Executive Producer: Andrew...

Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Andrew Schlecht do an NBA Expansion Draft. Host: Andrew Schlecht With: Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni Producer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Thunder clinching a playoff berth and the Wolves handling business against the Suns without Anthony Edwards. Then, the guys take a look at the tanking teams and decide which teams have the best shot at contention. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video Producer: Ale...

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Hawks extending their win streak to 10 games with a win over the Magic, the upcoming NBA expansion vote, and whether Seattle and Las Vegas are the best choices for new teams. Then, Dan Woike joins the show after the Lakers beat the Rockets in a playoff showdown to discuss Luka's MVP chances, LA's win streak, and LeBron James as a role player. Join our Disco...

Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Es Baraheni react to the Lakers thrilling win over the Nuggets, the Thunder handling business against the Wolves, and how the West playoffs have been affected. Then, the gang takes a look at the winning streaks of the Hawks and Magic, the Raptors best win of the season over Detroit, and the race for the 5th seed in the East. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPc...

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are back for another episode of the Saturday Slam N Jam. They discuss the week of basketball plus their Good, Bad, and why Shai’s case for the clutch player of the year, Isolation basketball, Wilt’s records and more. In part 2, Wes Goldberg joins to discuss the Bam 83 point game, how the Heat have improved lately, Pelle Larson’s improvements, and who the Heat could...

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Thunder win over the Celtics, Shai's scoring record, and Jamal Murray's big night for the Nuggets. Then, Sam Amick joins the gang to discuss the league-wide chatter about Bam Adebayo's 83-point game, the MVP race, and his favorite to win the title. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni and Sam Amick Executive Pr...

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to Kawhi Leonard's 45-point night in a blowout win over the Timberwolves and the Nuggets starting five finally coming together for a win. Then, Josh Robbins joins the show to discuss the Magic's recent success, Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane leading, and their playoff concerns. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita and...

Andrew Schlecht, Zena Kieta, Es Baraheni and Dave DuFour discuss and rank the NBA's dark horse candidates in the NBA, discuss Bam's 83 point night, and predict who will be the next to beat Bam's record. Host: Andrew Schlecht With: Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, Es Baraheni Producer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to Bam Adebayo’s historic 83-point performance and the Lakers movement up the Western Conference standings. Then, Jay King joins the show to after the Celtics loss to the Spurs to discuss Jaylen Brown’s ejection, Jayson Tatum’s return so far, and how much longer the league can hold off Victor Wembanyama. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave D...

Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Andrew Schlecht react to the heroics of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to lead the Thunder to a 129-126 win over the Nuggets. Did SGA wrap up the MVP? What team worries Oklahoma City the most? Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita and Andrew Schlecht Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Ac...

Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Es Baraheni react to Jayson Tatum's return and what it means for the Celtics and Victor Wembanyama's growth this season. Then, the gang takes a look at the causes for the Pistons' losing streak, the Nuggets losing Jamal Murray as they get healthy, and the Lakers success without LeBron James. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Bar...

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are back for another episode of the Saturday Slam N Jam. They discuss the week of basketball plus their Good, Bad, and What including the Hornets insane lineup, Westbrook drama, Reed Sheppard, and the 76ers in the play in? In part 2, Trill Bro Dude of the You Know Ball podcast joins to discuss the 76ers, how they are doing with Embiid, if Maxey can be a number 1 guy...

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the big night in the Western Conference playoff race with the Wolves and Nuggets heading up and the Rockets and Lakers moving down. Then, Hunter Patterson joins the show after the Pistons were dominated by Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs to discuss their level of contention and how they adjust when Cade Cunningham is ineffective. Join our Discord! https://disco...

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the Hornets dominant win over the Celtics and wonder about Charlotte’s success in the playoffs. Then, Fred Katz joins the show after the Knicks loss to the Thunder to breakdown the positives, their recent success, and whether their defense holds up in the playoffs. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita and Fred Katz E...

Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Zena Keita discuss the news around the NBA and have a discussion around the Pistons on if Cade is doing too much. Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita and Es Baraheni Producer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Cavaliers taking down the Pistons without Donovan Mitchell, Cade Cunningham’s rough night, and the how the Knicks exposed the Raptors flaws. Then, Tony Jones joins the show after the Sixers were dismantled by Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs to discuss Joel Embiid’s return and Philly’s playoff hopes. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave...