The ALL NBA Podcast

Adam Mares and Marc Stein dive into the biggest storylines around the NBA, discussing which teams insiders and executives see as true contenders and whether the LA Clippers are being underestimated. They explore if the Golden State Warriors could be a sleeping giant in the West, why the Sacramento Kings signed Russell Westbrook, and how serious LeBron James’ sciatica injury could be for the Lakers...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares draft their favorite under-the-radar NBA players primed for a breakout season. They revisit past “My Guys” picks, then go head-to-head selecting rising talents like Ajay Mitchell, Matas Buzelis, Johnny Furphy, Tristan da Silva, Kyshawn George, Yves Missi, Isaiah Collier, and Kyle Filipowski. They also shout out honorable mentions including Shaedon Sharpe, Nikola Jovic, an...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the top storylines from the NBA preseason, focusing on what we learned from the Nuggets vs. Clippers matchup. They discuss key additions for both teams, evaluate Nikola Jokić and Jonas Valančiūnas in a double-big lineup, and analyze John Collins’ impact on the Clippers. The duo also highlights Kawhi Leonard’s sharp form to start the year, why the Nuggets should...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the best case scenario for every NBA team this season. From the Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, Philadelphia 76ers, and New York Knicks in the East, to the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Clippers, and Phoenix Suns in the West, they analyze what it would take for each franchise to reach its ceiling. The conversation covers all 30 teams including conte...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest NBA storylines heading into the season, starting with why Paolo Banchero could be one of the most pivotal players in the league. They discuss how Desmond Bane might elevate the Orlando Magic, whether Cade Cunningham is ready to take another leap, and why this year is critical for Donovan Mitchell and Joel Embiid. The guys also highlight Trae Young’s...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest NBA storylines, starting with Legler’s insights on what teams and players are expected to show on the first day of training camp. They give over/under win total predictions for the Portland Trail Blazers, San Antonio Spurs, Chicago Bulls, Atlanta Hawks, Philadelphia 76ers, and Dallas Mavericks. Along the way, they debate whether Deni Avdija can be a...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest NBA storylines, starting with how the Houston Rockets can contend after Fred VanVleet’s season ending injury. They discuss whether Amen Thompson or Reed Sheppard can step in as the lead point guard, how Kevin Durant can help minimize the loss, and if the Rockets should make a trade to fill the void. They also look at Zion Williamson’s weight loss, w...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the EuroBasket 2025 gold medal game, where Germany defeated Turkey to capture the championship. They highlight the underrated contributions of Tristan DiSilva, Dennis Schröder’s consistently stronger play in international competition, and how Franz Wagner could reach top-10 status with a more reliable jumper. The guys also evaluate Alperen Sengun’s performance...

Adam Mares and Marc Stein cover the biggest stories from around the NBA and EuroBasket 2025. They break down the NBA Board of Governors meeting, including Adam Silver’s response to the Kawhi Leonard–Steve Ballmer scandal and the latest on league expansion, with talks of a possible European league. They also react to Josh Giddey’s new 4-year, $100M contract and what it means for players like Jonath...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest stories from EuroBasket 2025, starting with Alperen Sengun leading Turkey past Poland to advance to the Final Four. They discuss whether Sengun will need to adjust his game alongside Kevin Durant in Houston, and debate if his development or Amen Thompson’s is more crucial for the Rockets’ future. The conversation shifts to Giannis Antetokounmpo carr...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest stories from EuroBasket 2025, including Finland and Lauri Markkanen’s shocking upset over Nikola Jokić and Serbia in the knockout round. They discuss whether Finland’s Miikka “Slim Jesus” Muurinen is a real NBA prospect, and Luka Dončić’s standout performance leading Slovenia past Italy. The guys also debate if Simone Fontecchio’s play changes his N...

Adam Mares and special guest Marc Stein dive into the alleged Kawhi Leonard and LA Clippers pay scandal, reacting to the latest updates and Steve Ballmer’s interview. They also shift focus to EuroBasket 2025, with Marc Stein sharing what makes the tournament so special before previewing the knockout stage. The episode wraps with bold EuroBasket predictions and analysis of who could make a surprise...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the best games and biggest stories from EuroBasket 2025, starting with Lithuania’s tight win over Finland and what it means for knockout seeding. They analyze how Lithuania used the same strategy OKC employed against Nikola Jokić, and debate whether Miikka Muurinen has the tools to be a future NBA star. The guys also discuss what FIBA does better than the NBA,...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares cover the biggest stories from EuroBasket 2025, including Nikola Jokić leading Serbia’s dominance and Lauri Markkanen’s standout play for Finland. Legler reacts to his promotion to ESPN’s top broadcast team and the announcement that he’ll be the voice of NBA 2K26. They also debate whether Jokić can win another MVP before closing with Legler’s stories from his playing days...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down their Eastern Conference over/under win total predictions for the 2025-26 NBA season. From rebuilding squads like the Wizards, Nets, and Hornets, to playoff upstarts like the Atlanta Hawks and Orlando Magic, they examine which teams are set to overachieve and which could fall short. The guys also debate the ceiling for contenders like the Pistons, Celtics, and...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down their Western Conference over/under win total predictions for the 2024-25 NBA season. From whether the OKC Thunder can exceed 62.5 wins to if the Denver Nuggets can improve after a strong off season, they cover every team with insight and debate. Will the LA Clippers and Houston Rockets live up to their high expectations? Can the Lakers, Warriors, or Spurs make...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest NBA stories, including Chris Paul joining the LA Clippers and what his role could look like in LA. They also discuss the key storylines surrounding CP3’s farewell tour and who should start for the Clippers next season. Plus, they react to Marcus Smart signing with the Lakers and explore how he fits alongside LeBron and Luka. The episode wraps with t...

Tim Legler and guest host Tim Cato (@reacttim_cato) to Damian Lillard’s surprising return to the Portland Trail Blazers and discuss whether Bradley Beal’s move to the LA Clippers makes them a true NBA title contender. They debate if Beal is a clear upgrade over Norman Powell and whether the league is shifting back toward favoring double-big lineups. Plus, Legler answers fan questions and drops som...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the top performers and biggest surprises from NBA Summer League 2025. They dive into standout showings from Hansen Yang, Dylan Harper, Tre Jones, Drew Timme, Cole Swider, Ryan Nembhard, David Jones Garcia, and Cooper Flagg.   FOLLOW ALL NBA Twitter: http://x.com/ALLCITY_NBA Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/allcity_nba/ TikTok : http://www.tiktok.com/@ALLCITY...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares go live from the floor at Las Vegas Summer League to break down Cooper Flagg’s highly anticipated debut. They discuss what stood out in Flagg’s first Summer League game, including concerns about his shot mechanics and positives like his strong decision-making and single turnover. The duo also reacts to Bronny James' first game of his sophomore season and highlight a poten...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares dive into the biggest NBA offseason storylines, starting with the Norman Powell–John Collins trade and which team came out on top. They explore whether Jonas Valanciunas will ever actually play for the Denver Nuggets, and speculate on potential landing spots for Bradley Beal as a buyout looms (including the Bucks, Clippers, Warriors, Spurs, and Timberwolves). The guys als...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the latest moves in NBA free agency and what they mean for the 2026 title race. They dive into Deandre Ayton joining the Lakers and what it means for L.A.’s championship chances, whether the team is squandering Luka Doncic’s prime, and if the Knicks’ additions of Mike Brown, Jordan Clarkson, and Guerschon Yabusele change their ceiling. The duo also ranks the to...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down a wild first day of NBA free agency, starting with the Nuggets’ blockbuster trade of Michael Porter Jr. for Cam Johnson and a future first-rounder. They debate whether Denver solved their depth issues with the additions of Bruce Brown and Jonas Valanciunas, and ask if the Houston Rockets might have just won the offseason. The Atlanta Hawks made aggressive win-n...

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest storylines across the NBA, from the Phoenix Suns’ confusing offseason moves to whether the Utah Jazz were right to draft Ace Bailey. They also evaluate Walter Clayton Jr.’s upside, how the Brooklyn Nets plan to develop five first-round picks at once, and if the Pelicans just made the worst trade of the decade. Plus, they debate whether we’re enterin...

Marc Stein, Will Gottlieb, and Adam Mares break down all the biggest moments from the first round of the NBA Draft, including every major trade from a wild Wednesday night. They dive into Dallas’ response to the Cooper Flagg pick, what the Phoenix Suns and Celtics are really doing, and whether the Utah Jazz are signaling a rebuild. The crew also discusses Brooklyn’s historic draft haul, surprise r...