The Dunker Spot

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! The NBA trade deadline has officially passed, and we have plenty of deals to sort through. Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss the headliners like Jaren Jackson Jr. (Utah), Anthony Davis (Washington), and James Harden (Cleveland); stealthier acquisitions like Ivica Zubac (Indiana) and Nikola Vucevic (Boston), and much more. From th...

We're a couple of days away from the NBA trade deadline, and things are heating up. Could James Harden (and Darius Garland) be on the move? The guys discuss the latest there, as well as give their initial thoughts on the three-team trade involving the Cavs, Kings, and Bulls. From there, the guys discuss the biggest (or most interesting) defensive trends and tactics across the league. Among the thi...

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!  Giannis Antetokounmpo is reportedly "ready for a new home" -- which opens a host of questions. Should the Bucks move him? If so, how soon, and who makes sense for him? Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss it all. From there, the guys talk about the very-good-but-kinda-flawed Houston Rockets. From the budding Kevin Durant-Alperen Sengu...

It's an action-packed episode of 'The Dunker Spot'!   Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down whether what we're seeing across the NBA is a 'Trend' or a 'Trap'? From there, the guys dive into the big questions that the Magic and the Bucks have to answer ahead of the trade deadline. Is it time for Milwaukee to move on from Giannis? The Rising Stars rosters are out! Who deserved the nod and who got...

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! The New York Knicks have struggled since their NBA Cup win over the Spurs; Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones assess their concern level, talk through what's wrong, and discuss potential fixes to turn things around. From there, the guys continue their mid-season award check-ins by talking through their Rookie of the Year, All-Rookie Team, and Co...

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss the unfortunate season-ending injury to Jimmy Butler, and the ramifications that may have on the Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga. From there, the guys react to the All-Star starters for each conference being announced, then try their hands at predicting who the coaches will select as reserves. Finally, th...

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the now-streaking Oklahoma City Thunder, fresh off a pair of blow-out wins against potential Western Conference contenders. From Shai's process against traps to OKC's effective game plan against Victor Wembanyama (on both ends), the guys break down what they've liked and what they're keeping an eye...

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! For this episode, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones cycle through each conference and place teams in tiers. Are the Thunder still in a class of their own, or should they have company? How big is the elite tier in the East? Who's truly capable of making a (Conference) Finals run?  From there, the guys discuss Joel Embiid's recent play and what i...

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down all angles of the Trae Young-to-Washington trade: how will he fit, who will he help, what does he have to prove, and what his situation says about the state of small guards in the NBA. We also explore how CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, for however long they're in Atlanta, can boost the Hawks -...

We're bouncing around on today's episode of The Dunker Spot! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss the surging Boston Celtics, who recently climbed to the East's second seed. They discuss their current standing and the non-Jaylen Brown standouts, as well as appreciate the level of buy-in Joe Mazzulla has gotten from this group. From there, they bounce around. From the Pistons' consistent winning,...

Happy New Year from The Dunker Spot! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones dissect two of the most interesting teams in the league to this point: the Los Angeles Lakers and Philadelphia 76ers. How good are they/ What are the growth areas? How seriously should we take them come playoff time? Then, the guys discuss the breakout campaign Jaylen Brown is currently on. They close with thoughts on the upcoming...

Happy New Year's Eve-Eve from The Dunker Spot! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss the hot play of the Los Angeles Clippers, Miami Heat and surprisingly-plucky Brooklyn Nets. Next, they check in on the San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma City Thunder, Cleveland Cavaliers and Atlanta Hawks. Finally, the guys react to the first return of All-Star voting. There may be a rant included. If you ever have NBA...

Happy Holidays from The Dunker Spot! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones went back to the mailbag for this one. Questions range from the Minnesota Lynx's ideal draft strategy, to the Portland Trail Blazers' late-game offense, to the Houston Rockets' ideal closing five, to zone-beaters for rec league basketball teams. We bounced around quite a bit — thank you to everyone who sent in questions. If you eve...

Happy Holidays from The Dunker Spot! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones previewed this year's Christmas slate. We have Cavaliers vs. Knicks, Spurs vs. Thunder, Rockets vs. Lakers, Mavericks vs Warriors and Timberwolves vs. Nuggets as the nightcap. Steve and Nekias are examining the key matchups, mini-battles and potential swing factors in each game. Also, shout out to Wilt Chamberlain. If you ever have...

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot on deck! With All-Star voting officially live, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their current All-Star teams — the games played minimum is (annoyingly, amusingly) in play for Nekias. From there, they salute the NBA Cup champion Knicks and dive further into the shifts they've made offensively. They discuss the uptick in tempo, the empowerment of non-Brunso...

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot on deck! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the MVP and ROY races — the top two for each award will be heavily contested throughout the year. Then, the guys react to a thrilling game between the Rockets and Nuggets, and open a broader discussion about the top of the West. From there, they quickly salute the Knicks before diving into the Spurs'...

Ahead of this weekend's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones recap how the Magic, Knicks, Thunder and Spurs earned victories in the quarterfinals. Then, the guys preview the semifinals — Knicks-Magic and Spurs-Thunder — asking and answering big picture questions about each matchup. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at  dunkerspot@yahoo.com . (1:22) — Heat-Magic (13:08) — Kni...

Ahead of this week's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones offer temperature checks in the West, ask key questions of the East, and bounce around with observations — and ice-in-cereal thoughts. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at  dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: ...

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones have an honest conversation about the Los Angeles Clippers and the Chris Paul fallout, and talk through how the Clippers can still salvage their season. From there, they check in on the Milwaukee Bucks in light of the recent Giannis Antetokounmpo injury, break down the excellent play of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, then close with a round of Free Throws. If you ever have...

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are back to bounce around the league! First, they discuss the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks racking up wins despite missing key talent. From there, they discuss the good-but-just-how-good Boston Celtics, the streaking Memphis Grizzlies (Edey time!), and the disappointing Los Angeles Clippers. Finally, they close the show with some well deserved player shoutout...

For the first time this NBA season, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones go to the Dunker Spot mailbag! They answer questions about league-wide defensive trends, potential shifts to the Heat's offense, Michael Porter Jr. trade destinations and much more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at  dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free,...

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones salute the streaking Pistons, Heat, and Raptors, then talk about teams, players and other things they're grateful for this season. From Chris Paul, to absurd Thunder runs, to alternate courts, to broadcast gimmicks. Basketball is awesome and we're glad we have it. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at  dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dun...

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down the season debut of LeBron James, discussing the positives, growth areas, and things to keep track of as the sample grows. Then, they react to the recent reporting surrounding LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets. How did we get here, how solvable is it, and who are some potential fits for LaMelo if the plug is pulled? Finally, the guys check in on the Sac...

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones roam the baseline with praise for the Oklahoma City Thunder and surprisingly-feisty Atlanta Hawks. Then, they check in on the Minnesota Timberwolves, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Milwaukee Bucks as they deal with teams working to take away their strengths. Finally, the guys do their first All-Star check-in of the season. Who's in? Who's close? What will the US-based teams...

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Stephen PridGeon-Garner (PHNX Sports) to discuss the surprisingly hot start of the Phoenix Suns. Then, the guys break down the recent play of Nikola Jokic, who's setting the world on fire with an unrivaled blend of scoring efficiency and playmaking. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at  dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunk...