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Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour, Seth Partnow and Mo Dakhil are joined by The Athletic's Golden State Warriors reporter Anthony Slater to talk about the Warriors decision to play without fans in their arena due to coronavirus. Then (8:10) a debate of whether LeBron James for MVP conversation is legitimate. Plus a discussion on drop coverage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

Basketball Buds. Zach Harper, BIG Wos, Dave DuFour, Jon Krawczynski and BLK Tray on the potential shutdown of games because of the Corona Virus. The Rockets regression, back to their old ways, and the LeBron vs Giannis MVP Debate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour and Seth Partnow are joined in Boston at the Sloan Conference by Amin Elhassen, Kevin Arnovitz and Henry Abbott to discuss what was learned at Sloan, the most unique ideas to improve the NBA schedule and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zach Harper and BIG Wos read user comments from the latest Power Rankings. https://theathletic.com/1640423/2020/03/02/the-athletics-nba-power-rankings-week-19-heading-into-the-fourth-quarter/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour, Seth Partnow and Mo Dakhil dive into how the Houston Rockets have been successful on offense and defense in their ultra small-ball lineup.  Plus how opponents may attack the new scheme.  Then (26:02) the ripple effect of Giannas Antetokounmpo's and the Milwaukee Bucks starters light minutes load. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Basketball Buds: Zach Harper, BIG Wos, Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Knicks reporter Mike Vorkunov talk about the latest feud with Knicks owner James Dolan and forever-fan James Dolan. Also the Corona Virus Fear Factor, Steph's absence and MVP talk. Listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/25VZGGQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zach Harper and BIG Wos react to reader comments in this week's Power Rankings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour and Seth Partnow dive deep on the Bucks, (23:12) Suns and (44:53) Wizards, joined throughout the show by Bleacher Report's Howard Beck and The Athletic's Gina Mizell, Eric Nehm and Fred Katz.  Look out for me team specific looks as the season goes along. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Baketball Buds: Charlotte Hornets big-man Cody Zeller drops in to talk about his project with Riley Hospital for Children wearing sneakers designed by pediatric patients. A great cause. Also D-Wade's retirement ceremony. Then Rich Hoffman on Ben Simmons' back injury and the 76ers' fading hopes. Finally Fred Katz on red-hot Bradley Beal, whether he stays in DC and the likelihood John Wall retur...

A team of a dozen writers and editors from The Athletic tell the story of the 24 hours surrounding Kobe Bryant’s death: from LeBron James’ record breaking night in Philadelphia to the helicopter crash in Calabasas and the emotional impact that followed.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Seth Partnow deliver one of the nerdiest basketball episodes of all-time.  First up: Dave and Seth are joined in Chicago by The Athletic's John Hollinger and NBC Sports' Dan Feldman to talk about the inner workings of player evaluations, draft combine secrets and more.  Then at (50:00) Dr. Nick Elam joins Dave, Seth and Mo to talk about eponymously nam...

Zach Harper, BIG Wos, Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and special guest Scott AgnessNBA Finally Gets A Win? Tim Getting FrankAll Star WeekendAll Star Game FormatDunk Contest "Robbed"Stretch run or stretch doneJohn Beilein out in ClevelandPacers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nerder She Wrote with Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Seth Partnow. Topics: How NBA teams miss on players in the draft process Arrogance and the belief of 'our system' will turn a player realize his potential Whether effort is the primary factor in defensive ability Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

D'Angelo Russell debut in Minny, joined by Jon KNick Nurse coach of year candidacyIggy in Miami plus Heat appreciationThe rest is a mix of All Star weekend predictions Conversation about Serge Ibaka and fashion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former WNBA MVP Sylvia Fowles joins Dave DuFour in Serbia to talk international women's basketball, the new game-changing WNBA CBA, and what is behind Fowles' drive to become a mortician as her post-playing career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nerder She Wrote wit Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Seth PartnowSpecial guests: Sam Amick, Marcus Thompson, Jovan Buha and James Edwards- D'Angelo Russell for Andrew Wiggins- Clippers get Marcus Morris- Andre Iguodala to Miami Heat- Andre Drummond to Cleveland - 76ers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zach and Wos read comments from this week's Power Rankings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Basketball Buds with Zach Harper, BIG Wos, Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Ethan Strauss Special guest: Derek Bodner Topics: Knicks Fire Steve Mills Grizzlies vs Andre Iguodala 76ers Issues Karl-Anthony Towns' tailspin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nerder She Wrote with Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Seth Partnow. Topics: What has stood out in Zion Williamson's debut Does Zion have a chance at beating Ja Morant for Rookie of the Year Why Rankings Are Bad and Tiers are Good Does Clutch Exist?  An answer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Basketball Buds with Zach Harper, BIG Wos, Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil, Fred Katz and Ethan Strauss Topics: Kobe Bryant Timberwolves Collapse D'Angelo Russell West Parity Media Dining Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Aldridge, Marcus Thompson, Michael Lee and Zach Harper reflect on the tragic passing of Kobe Brant and his daughter Gianna. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nerder She Wrote with Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Seth Partnow.   Topics: Why shot charts don't tell the whole story Mutually beneficial trades among contenders Predictions on Zion Williamson's rest of the season Plus - some talk about Seth's cat's frequent attacks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zach Harper and BIG Wos read user comments in this week's Power Rankings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Basketball Buds with special guest James Edwards III. With Zach Harper, BIG Wos, Dave DuFour and Mo DakhilTopics: Markieff Morris Pop QuizMorris vs Blake GriffinIs Derek Rose getting traded? Should he be? Why trade deadline might not be that busyRose to Lakers? Kuzma the only asset Urgency for Rose dealAndre Drummond Kyle Kuzma's HairDame Time LillardTeam decimatedMelo reformedKnicks fans now...

Nerder She Wrote with Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Seth Partnow. Topics: The big misunderstanding about analytics What is a 'bad shot' Illegal defense rule change JA MORANT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.