The Underdog NBA Show

On the 253rd episode of the Underdog Sports NBA Show, Tyler and Zandrick talk through the Nuggets winning their franchises first title! They discuss how the Nuggets were built and why they were successful, Nikola Jokic's place in history, why Tyler was so impressed with Michael Porter Jr. and Jamal Murray's current standing in the NBA. They then discuss the Miami Heat and what is next for their te...

On the 252nd episode of the Underdog Sports NBA show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the first two games of the NBA finals , starting with Miami's tough game 2 victory. They discuss if the Heat's historic shooting can continue and if Denver should be concerned. They then discuss Nikola Jokic's impact on the series and his chances of being MVP if Denver did not win the series. They then discuss some co...

On the 250th episode of the underdog sports NBA show, Zandrick and Tyler break down the Eastern and Western Conference playoffs! They begin by talking about the Heat and their 3-0 seed against the preseason title favorite Celtics. They discuss what the Heat have done so well during their playoff run and then what is next for the Celtics assuming there is no historic comeback. They shift to the Nug...

On the 249th episode of the Underdog Sports NBA show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the upcoming eastern and western conference finals! They begin with the shocking Sixers and Celtics game 7 and what the Sixers performance means in the grand scheme of things and how it reflects on Joel Embiid and his legacy. They shift over to the celtics and their performance, specifically Jayson Tatum's 50 ball fol...

On the 248th Episode of the Underdog Sports NBA show, Zandrick and Tyler talk about round 2 of the eastern and western conference playoffs! They begin by talking about the Lakers and Warriors as the Lakers took a 3-1 lead after Monday nights big win. They discuss where the warriors have struggled and why the Lakers have been successful and also what the Warriors odds to win the series should be wh...

On the 246th episode of the Underdog Sports NBA show, Zandrick and Tyler discuss the ongoing first round of the NBA playoffs! They begin by discussing the Kings/Warriors series which has been an absolute blast and how the disappointing news of D'Aaron Fox's broken finger is putting a damper on the first round's best series. They then discuss the Lakers and Grizzlies and how the Grizzlies' lack of...

On the 247th Episode of the underdog sports NBA show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the storylines during the second round of the playoffs! They begin by discussing Joel Embiid winning MVP and then they delve into the sixers and celtics round 2 matchup, including Embiid's health, Harden's huge game 1, Tobias Harris' role and the Celtics best lineup. They switch to the Warriors/Kings and where the kin...

On the 245th episode of the underdog sports NBA show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the major takeaways from the beginning of the playoffs! They first focus on the Warriors and Kings series and discuss the ascent of the Kings young core before shifting to Draymond Green's game 2 antics. They then shift to the Clippers and Suns and discuss how the first two games of that series aren't concerning for t...

On the 244th Episode of the Underdog Sports NBA show, Tyler and Zandrick conduct the third annual playoff wins draft before the first round officially starts. Zandrick won the regular season wins draft 631-599 so he elects to go first and the guys alternate from there, picking 7 teams each from each conference. While picking they break down their thoughts on matchups and road to the finals, while...

On the 243rd episode of the Underdog Sports NBA show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the state of the Dallas Mavericks and the Western Conference play-in as there is just a three win difference between the 11 seeded mavericks and 4th seeded Suns. First they discuss the Mavericks and how it looks like the Kyrie trade is going to end up not working as the Mavericks have lost consecutive games to the hor...

On the 242nd episode of the Underdog Sports NBA show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the loaded bottom of the west and the NCAA tournament. First they cover some draft stocks from the first weekend of march madness, including Brandon Miller, Grady Dick, Derek Lively, the arkansas guards and a few others before shifting to some picks for games in the sweet 16 and further on. They then talk through the...

On the 241st episode of the Underdog Sports NBA show, Tyler and Zandrick break down the NCAA tournament from a NBA watchers lens! They begin with the south region and discuss why Brandon Miller has a lot to play for as the door for the number 2 pick may be opening slightly. They discuss why this tournament field feels a bit weaker in terms of draft prospects before going into some of their favorit...

On the 240th episode of the underdog sports NBA show, Tyler and Zan discuss the New York Knicks, LA lakers and Memphis Grizzlies! They also discuss some interesting futures bets on Bovada and whether the MVP race is truly decided. The deep dive on the Knicks includes their performance this year, where they stand in the eastern conference and what their outlook looks like moving forward. They then...

On the 239th episode of the underdog sports NBA show, Zandrick and Tyler talk about the Atlanta Hawks, Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks! They begin with the news of Quin Snyder getting hired right away and what that means for the Hawks in 2023 and beyond. They then shift to the Lakers with the news of Lebron James' unfortunate foot injury and what the Lakers will do down the stretch in 2022...

On the 238th episode of the Underdog NBA show, Zan and Tyler return from the all-star break rested and ready to talk trades and more! They begin by talking about the eastern conference and how the hierarchy shapes out after the Bucks added Jae Crowder and got injury news regarding Gainnis' wrist. They discuss whether the Sixers are more of a threat despite a relatively quiet deadline and if Kevin...

On the 236th episode of the Underdog NBA show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the missed call in the Lakers and Celtics game and more. They first discuss whether the Lakers could have handled the bad call better and then what can be done about officials. Then they shift to the 76ers win over the Nuggets and what moves can Philly can make to really solidfy themselves as title favorites. They discuss a...

On the 235th episode of the Underdog Sports NBA show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the Lakers and Wizards trade and then general managers! They start off discussing the Rui Hachimura deal and how that changes the Lakers outlook and how Anthony Davis's return being imminent may give Lakers fans some hope down the stretch. Then they shift to the Wizards and discuss the directionless state of the franc...

On the 234th episode of the Underdog Sports NBA show, Zandrick and Tyler discuss midseason awards and then reevaluate some predictions! They start with Most Improved player and discuss the issues with the award before moving on to the All Rookie team, since Paolo Banchero has the award wrapped up. They discuss Most valuble and least valuable coaches and GMs before landing on the big awards the MVP...

On the 233rd episode of the Underdog NBA Show, Zandrick and Tyler discuss some NBA injuries and some tenuous situations around the league! They begin by discussing Kevin Durant's injury and how the Nets are better equipped to handle his absence than in years past. They then shift to the Atlanta Hawks and Toronto Raptors and how the Raptors should be in a position to soft tank. Finally, they discus...

On the 232nd episode of the Underdog sports NBA show, Zandrick and Tyler open by discussing Donovan Mitchell's historic night and his place in the league hierarchy. They discuss why he's taken his game to the next level and the fit with Cleveland being better than his fit with Utah. They then shift to discussing the Denver Nuggets and their title potential as well as why Nikola Jokic makes it so t...

On the 230th episode of the Underdog NBA Show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the Stephen Curry and Anthony Davis injuries! First, they discuss how the Anthony Davis injury puts the Lakers in an incredibly weird spot given their collection of picks and current roster. They debate what the Lakers should do and what players would be out there if they wanted to make a big move. Next, they discuss the War...

On the 230th episode of the Underdog NBA Show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the Stephen Curry and Anthony Davis injuries! First, they discuss how the Anthony Davis injury puts the Lakers in an incredibly weird spot given their collection of picks and current roster. They debate what the Lakers should do and what players would be out there if they wanted to make a big move. Next, they discuss the War...

On the 229th episode of the underdog sports NBA show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the New Orleans Pelicans ascent to the top of the western conference and their viability as title contenders. They break down the improvements Zion williamson has made to his game, the depth of the Pelicans roster and the shrewd moves the team's front office has made. They also dive into some potential weak points of...

On the 228th episode of the Underdog NBA Show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the Boston Celtics' torrid start and if it's sustainable. They then shift to some thoughts on the Minnesota Timberwolves and how they will respond to the Karl-Anthony Towns injury news. Next, they cover the Atlanta Hawks and the problem with John Collins and the fit of Dejounte Murray before finally shifting to some world cu...

On the 226th episode of the Underdog NBA show, Tyler and Zandrick discuss the Warriors and Timberwolves' disappointing starts. They begin with the Warriors and discuss why they have regressed and how much Klay Thompson is actually worth in his current form. They then discuss James Wiseman and the Warriors' decisions around the future of their young players. They then shift to the Timberwolves and...