The Macroball Podcast

In this Macroball Microclip, Phil and Mac go over the current Raptors situation, what's going wrong, and what could be fixed for the present and forseeable future. • Let us know what you think! - Email in at macroballmailbag@gmail.com • Music credits for this episode: Fast Lane (feat. Devyzed) by Ghostrifter Official https://bit.ly/ghostrifter-sc | Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unp...

In this episode of The Macroball Podcast, Mac and Phil debate 10 different scenarios of which 2 of 3 players they would keep on their respective teams. TIMESTAMPS: (1:32) Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey, Killian Hayes (2:37) Steven Adams, Brandon Clarke, Jaren Jackson Jr. (4:17) Herb Jones, Trey Murphy, Larry Nance (6:06) Cole Anthony, Markelle Fultz, Jalen Suggs (7:52) Bennedict Mathurin, Chris Duart...

In this Macroball Microclip, Phil and Mac discuss what the Golden State Warriors might need to do to salvage an uncharacteristically subpar season so far, in hopes of improving the team and defending the NBA Championship. • Let us know what you think! - Email in at macroballmailbag@gmail.com • Music credits for this episode: Fast Lane (feat. Devyzed) by Ghostrifter Official https://bit.ly/ghostrif...

In this Macroball Microclip, Phil and Mac debate which team is more likely to win an NBA championship FIRST - the Memphis Grizzlies, or the New Orleans Pelicans?  Hopefully we get to see the 2019 NBA Draft's #1 and #2 overall picks, Zion Williamson and Ja Morant (respectively), face off in a few playoff series before it's all said and done... • Let us know what you think! - Email in at macrob...

In this Macroball Microclip, Phil and Mac want to convince the Chicago Bulls' Front Office to face the truth; it's time for a change - blow it up! • Let us know what you think! - Email in at macroballmailbag@gmail.com • Music credits for this episode: Fast Lane (feat. Devyzed) by Ghostrifter Official https://bit.ly/ghostrifter-sc | Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA...

In this part 2 of Episode #17, Mac and Phil discuss their most IMPRESSIVE and DISAPPOINTING teams so far this season, before getting into one of the SPICIEST subjects around the NBA - the Minnesota Timberwolves! TIMESTAMPS: (0:37) Most Impressive team so far? (6:54) Most Disappointing team so far?  (17:17) Minnesota Timberwolves discussion begins - (17:38) Stats, last season vs. this season -...

We are approaching the mid-way point of the season and The Macroball Podcast is here to provide analysis in the finest form! Special guest Phil K is BACK to chat with Mac about the season so far, including big news about the Phoenix Suns, the renaming of the annual NBA Awards and their current front-runners, and also the inevitable Lakers chat surrounding the Anthony Davis injury, LeBron James' de...

In this Macroball Microclip, Josh ponders the idea of eliminating the Rookie of the Year award (recently renamed the Wilt Chamberlain Award ) in favour of a new and improved system, which could prove to make for a more incentivized and interesting start to young players careers. • Let us know what you think! - Email in at macroballmailbag@gmail.com • Music credits for this episode: Fast Lane...

In this episode, Mackenzie is back to talk about the recent news of Steve Nash being made redundant, plus the Nets apparent hiring of Ime Udoka. He also breaks down which coaches are currently on the Hot Seat to also join Nash on an early vacation. Finally, the episode closes out with yet another Spicy Take of the Week. ➔ TIMESTAMPS: (1:31) Early season observations and news (7:48) Steve Nash...

The new season is nearly here - and what better way than to roll into it than with The Macroball Podcast's Season Preview ! It's set to be an incredible season, with an endless amount of topics to cover and debate, but we thought you should pay close attention to 7 Storylines in particular. We also provide some predictions for the year, and finish out with the Macroball NBA Quiz; hope you enjoy! T...

In this episode, Mac is joined by his good friend Pete to discuss various topics, including Pete's Timberwolves, their shared interest the Toronto Raptors, the Donovan Mitchell trade and what it means for the East, Russell Westbrook's chance at redemption this season, LeBron's legacy (in multiple contexts), and much more! The episode closes out with a can't-miss BONUS segment, where Mac and Pete m...

Monster episode folks! In this Episode #13, Mac goes over the various pieces of off-season news, including: The Play-in Tournament Take Fouls Important Contracts and Extensions Rudy Gobert Donovan Mitchell Then Mac goes over the daily double of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant, and where they might be heading on their way from Brooklyn. And of course, the episode closes with the Spicy Take of the Wee...

In this episode, Mac discusses the ever-present drama in Brooklyn, Charlotte's rehiring of Steve Clifford, as well as dropping some quick takes on the 2022 NBA Draft. Next, Mac goes over the 3 most memorable stories from an epic 2021-2022 season, before closing out the episode with a Curry-flavoured Spicy Take of the Week! Let us know what you think! Email in at macroballmailbag@gmail.com

With the NBA season nearly over, Mac takes this opportunity to hand out the annual NBA hardware to many deserving winners, with some awards coming down to the final games of the season to determine the best candidates. Awards include Coach of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, Most Valuable Player, and more! Listen to find out who got snubbed, and then let us know what you think! Email in at ➔ macro...

In this episode, Mac starts off with a short tribute to The Big Ticket, Kevin Garnett, before moving on to some assorted observations from the season at this stage, including James Harden, the Philadelphia 76ers, DeMar DeRozan, and of course, the ever-fascinating Los Angeles Lakers. Mac also goes over the lay of the land in the Western Conference as things start to round into shape heading down th...

In this episode, Mac breaks down the rockfight that is the Eastern Conference playoff race, including the Heat, the Bucks, the Cavs and the 76ers! He also discusses the Celtics unlikely turnaround in the second half of the season, and what it could mean for the playoff race. Later, he discusses the Mavs chances of running through the Western Conference considering their recent stretch of excellent...

In this Part 3 of Episode 8, Mac, Joel and Josh ponder the idea of Russell Westbrook and Damian Lillard going elsewhere in a potential trade (0:25), before breaking down the Zion Williamson situation (1:34) with the New Orleans Pelicans, including his options with New Orleans, which teams would suit him better, whether or not he will get his career back on track by staying in shape, and more!&nbsp...

In this Part 2 of Episode 8, Mac, Joel and Josh discuss who the front runners are for various NBA awards this year , including: (0:30) Rookie of the Year (5:22) Most Improved Player of the Year (7:35) MVP (14:43) Defensive Player of the Year (18:28) 6th Man of the Year (21:52) Coach of the Year (25:20) Executive of the Year...  After the award, the boys weigh up some of the best and worst tea...

Buckle up - Episode 8 is here and it's a monster! Mackenzie is joined by the first guests of The Macroball Podcast, Joel Pople and Josh Wolter, to discuss everything that matters in the NBA! In Part 1 of Episode 8, Mac, Joel and Josh briefly break down their favourite teams, before diving into the blockbuster James Harden / Ben Simmons trade, covering every angle imaginable. Time-stamps: (2:09) Ta...

In this episode, Mackenzie tells us who the Winners and Losers were after the Trade Deadline madness, including the Nets, the Lakers, the 76ers, the Pelicans, the Blazers, and more!  Mac also gives his Spicy Take of the Week, hoping to give the city of Sacramento a shred of optimism after the Kings shockingly traded Tyrese Haliburton!  Time-stamps ➔ (1:44) - Are the Utah Jazz in trouble?...

In this episode of The Macroball Podcast, Mackenzie breaks down the Bulls' bleak outlook for the next handful of weeks, some keys players returning from injury, and finally lays out his All-Star picks for 2022! Let us know what you think! Email in at macroballmailbag@gmail.com This episode was recorded on Sunday, January 30th, 2022. Music credits for this episode: Exetexe Bio Unit Anitek Shay Brah...

Episode 5 is here, and what an episode indeed! In this episode, Mac breaks down what injuries to Paul George and Damian Lillard mean for their respective teams, the Cam Reddish trade and some related trouble brewing in Atlanta, NBA expansion coming in the near future, and as always, the Spicy Take of the Week! Let us know what you think! Email in to ➔ macroballmailbag@gmail.com This episode was re...

Welcome to 2022! The NBA season is in full swing and things have been messy, inconsistent and frustrating at times, but The Macroball Podcast wants to help sort things out a bit. In this episode, Mackenzie takes us through the Lakers/ Russell Westbrook saga, the discussion around DeMar DeRozan's MVP campaign, the darkhorse Utah Jazz, Rajon Rondo joining the Cavaliers, Kyrie Irving returning to act...

On this episode of The Macroball Podcast, the Raptors' season so far is under the microscope, with lots to discuss! Mac takes you through the Pros and Cons of the year so far, as well as a Raptors-flavoured Spicy Take of the Week related to the team's best course of action. Let us know what you think! Find us on all the Social platforms: The Macroball Podcast - Facebook @macroball_pod - Instagram...

In this episode, Mac breaks down some of the things he's enjoyed so far in this early season, including Steph breaking the NBA record for three-pointers made (it's about time!), Anthony Edwards' improvement and Darius Garland leading the Cavs to bigger and better things. He also discusses possible trades to keep an eye out for now that we've reached December 15th and offers some ideas to NBA GMs....