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UTA and OKC play an OT classic. Lauri Markkanen begins the next step in his evolution, plus Mark Daignault and Will Hardy on a unique Thunder tactic that makes them hard to guard.SAS: Malaki Branham has shown some unexpected skills.DEN and MEM: The Grizz get revenge for a blowout loss to the Nuggets. Did they expose any particular weaknesses?NOP: Their key players without Zion were great last year, but have struggled this year. Why?HOU: It could be a rough watch the rest of the year without Eric Gordon.GSW and MIN: A key fight for playoff positioning goes the Warriors’ way in a shorthanded duel between Klay Thompson and Naz Reid.4 Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM

Flashback (Nov. 8, 2016): Kevin Pelton of ESPN joins to discuss which current NBA players will and should make the Hall of Fame.  We run through our criteria for the Hall of Fame and examine the credentials of over 40 current players and coaches.  The analysis runs from locks like Dirk Nowitzki and LeBron James, to borderline cases like Joe Johnson, Derrick Rose, and Kevin Love, and finally which young players have the best shot of making it.For six (nearly all modern) episodes per week, including Hollinger & Duncan, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm

The Warriors allow the completion of the Gary Payton II trade.  Zion Williamson is out for weeks more in New Orleans–what does this mean for their hopes? Plus we catch up on the rest of the non-trade news around the league.Then a look at the Lakers and Mavs deadline acquisitions through the lens of their weekend games.For six episodes per week, including Hollinger & Duncan, subscribe to to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Trade Deadline Sale before it ends:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm

A look at every single move on Deadline Day from each team’s perspective–the finances, the value, the effect on the floor, and every other aspect.Plus, the big winners and losers, the deals that didn’t get done, and the landscape of the league in the aftermath of a huge deadline season.For even more trade-deadline coverage – including Part 2, our Kevin Durant trade episode, our Lakers-Timberwolves-Jazz trade episode, Hollinger & Duncan and more – subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Trade Deadline Sale before it ends:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm

All angles of the Kyrie trade. Would we have done this as the Nets? Did they take the best package? Where does this leave this team as a contender?Would we have done this as the Mavs? Was this better than Door #2? How good is this Mavs team? Does this make it more likely Luka Doncic is a Mav in a few years?What about the jilted suitors, should they and could they have offered more?Why we think Kyrie and his team did a great job from a business perspective?We also hit on the impact of Steph Curry’s lower leg injury.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm

What will the Spurs do with $27 million in cap space and Jakob Poeltl?Dallas faces the perpetual question of whether to hold onto their chips for the big move or get better this year.Houston faces the perpetual question of an Eric Gordon trade.New Orleans and Memphis both have a ton of assets but have young cores. Can they afford to wait out this deadline or should they be aggressive? Who would be the optimal acquisitions?To get even more trade-deadline coverage – including our Mock Trade Deadline – subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Trade Deadline Sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm

In part 2 of 3, huge and unexpected deals continue to go down as contenders try to shore up their lineups, more former All-Stars are on the move, and Jae Crowder finally gets traded!Subscribe to get the full episode and Part 3 of the Mock Trade Deadline only on Dunc’d On Prime with our special Mock Trade Deadline sale, and you’ll get an insane amount of NBA content from Nate Duncan, Danny Leroux, Dan Feldman, Seth Partnow, and John Hollinger all year long.DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm 

In part 1 of the 2023 Mock Trade Deadline, we take the league’s temperature by setting out the goals for all 30 teams, and then get right to it with some of the big names that may or may not be available this deadline.  We’ve got some mind-bending deals this year, and it starts with a bang.Subscribe to get the last 2 hours of the Mock Trade Deadline only on Dunc’d On Prime with our special Mock Trade Deadline sale, and you’ll get an insane amount of NBA content from Nate Duncan, Danny Leroux, Dan Feldman, Seth Partnow, and John Hollinger all year long.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm

The latest news, including how the bankruptcy of 16 of the league’s local TV partners is both a risk and an opportunity. We also discuss the All-Star starters and our disagreements, and then Miami’s challenges with their need to upgrade the 4 and their clogged books, Charlotte’s moving anything that isn’t tied down, and Orlando’s status as the most boring team at the deadline.To get even more trade-deadline coverage – including our mock trade deadline – subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Mock Trade Deadline Sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm

OKC and SAC: Two surprise teams reveal their huge contrasts against one another.POR: Despite the presence of Dame Lillard, their failures in the clutch have led to a recent cold streak.GSW: What does the new starting lineup with Jordan Poole mean for their future?DEN: They’ve improved without Jokic, and they’re quietly putting together a spectacular 3-point shooting season as a team.DAL: Their shooters have some of the easiest 3s in the league. Why could that be? Plus, the Christian Wood at center experience.MIN: They’ve held it together as Anthony Edwards has consolidated his improvement from last year.MEM: A top-2 seed in the West looks likely–how has their formula changed from last year?NOP: They’re 3-8 in January, as health and opponent shooting luck have caught up to them.LAL: Is it possible that LeBron and Russ together…..has actually worked?SAS: The curious case of Jakob Poeltl’s rim protection.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast wi

First, we catch up on the latest news and trade rumors around the league.  Then, a look at the five teams in the Pacific Division.PHX: Is their season worth saving with a trade, and will their ownership situation allow it?LAL: Have you heard their 2027 and 2029 firsts are available?LAC: With limited assets, is there a move available that would do more than shuffle the deck chairs?GSW: What are their options to find a 5th closer at the 4 next to Draymond?SAC: Perhaps they’d like to go all-in to solidify their playoff squad for the next few years, but do they have the scratch?To get trade-deadline outlooks for all 30 teams (and much more), subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:duncdon.supportingcast.fm

BOS/BRK:  What do we make of the post KD Nets as Boston’s depth handles them at home?WAS: Taking stock of Rui Hachimura after a recent hot streakTOR: The Raptors are far better on offense with Pascal on the floor. Is he an elite offensive player?ORL: The Magic are playing much better than their recordNYK: How has Jalen Brunson’s game changed in New YorkMIA: The Heat are where they need to be, kindaCHI: Nikola Vucevic’s 43 points steamroll the WarriorsIND: Isaiah Jackson has flashed intriguing rim-protecting potentialDET: How have our impressions of Jaden Ivey evolved since the draft?Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John Hollinger DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm

Great questions live from subscribers in the Discord! Topics:How can Cade Cunningham fulfill his offensive potential?The Raptors have to make a decision.What would a Denver vs Memphis matchup look like in the playoffs?What’s the case for great offensive centers who aren’t that good on defense at a championship level?When will Houston win a playoff series?What was the path not traveled for the Mavs when they did the Porzingis deal?What are the chances the Bulls pivot to tanking?What are the chances that a record-tying 5 players average over 30 points per game this year?To participate in the next live mailbag/get access to the Dunc'd On Discord, subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm

The first 15 in 60 of the new year takes a look at the West:Denver completely destroyed the LA Clippers on Thursday, who have now lost 6 straight.MEM: Jaren Jackson, Jr. is in the midst of an unprecedented defensive season.NOP: Trey Murphy has taken a big step forward for the Pels this year.DAL: the offense when Luka is off the floor, as they fall to 0-4 without himSAC and LAL: The Kings’ defense has taken a step back and they lost a wild one against the suddenly hot LakersPHX: The collapse of the Phoenix defense this yearGSW: A rough loss to the Magic but reinforcements are on the wayMIN and HOU: They played each other today, and I guess I have to talk about it. But Wolves have won 4 straight!POR: Anfernee Simons’ resilient offenseUTA: Lauri Markkanen is scoring in unique ways and Ochai Agbaji is in the rotationOKC: The offense is taking the right shots, and why Shai is so hard to stopSAS: Devin Vassell’s season may be over, but he’s taken a big step forward this year.Five more Episodes per week are availabl

Time to take stock of the first two and a half months of the season. Who are our picks for MVP, All-NBA, DPOY, ROY, COY, 6MOY?  Plus our picks for sophomore of the year, most surprising and disappointing players and teams, Executive of the Year and Not Executive of the Year.To get six ad-free episodes per week, join Dunc'd On Prime:duncdon.supportingcast.fm

Philadelphia authors a comeback win against the Knicks behind Joel Embiid and James Harden.Dallas exposes the Lakers’ defensive deficiencies with a Christmas record 51-point quarter.The game of the day was Phoenix and Denver with a rollicking OT finish.Boston shot the cover off the ball to put up 139 against the vaunted Bucks defense while holding Giannis to two baskets in the paint.The Warriors outshoot Memphis with some quality contributions from their bench, while some old Grizzlies bugaboos rear their heads once again.Five more Episodes per week are available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, as well as Nate’s weekly podcast with John HollingerDuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm

Nate returns from the G-League Showcase with thoughts on the Elam ending, trade candidates, the CBA, and the NBA players at the Showcase. But first, we discuss the Suns sale to Matt Ishbia, the Hawks moving on from Travis Schlenk, the Pistons recommitting to Troy Weaver, the Bulls seemingly less committed to each other, and the rest of the latest league news.John, Danny, and Nate rank the top prospects 23 and under in the NBA. Which of these players would we most want on our franchise for the rest of their careers?Dunc'd On Prime makes a great gift. Subscribe with our Seth Partnow Sale for yourself or someone else:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm

TOR and BRK: Scottie Barnes shines down the stretch but Kyrie gets the game-winnerPHI: James Harden since his return, and why spacing is so important for this teamNYK: Quentin Grimes’ ascension into the starting lineup has coincided with a Knicks win streakMIL: Joe Ingles will return tomorrow, while Bobby Portis has helped keep them afloat with his postupsMIA: Their offense is 25th. Why, and can it improve?IND: The Pacers are top-4 in a stat that shows why they’re so hard to guardDET: The Pistons are 14th in offense since Cade went down!CLE: How is Lamar Stevens working as the starting 3?ATL: AJ Griffin is a bright spot for the HawksCHI: The age-old question of how Patrick Williams is developingWant six ad-free episodes per week and much more? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Seth Partnow Sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm

In this episode of Real Good, Commissioner of the WNBA Cathy Engelbert shares how she approached the development of a landmark agreement to improve player pay and benefits, and our hosts and guests dive into what needs to change in order for women pro athletes to be celebrated in the way they deserve. Use this link or search  "Real Good" in your podcast player to subscribe.

Nate and Danny introduce Seth Partnow’s exclusive stats to provide illuminating observations about all 15 teams in the East.Want more of Seth's content, six ad-free episodes per week and much more? Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime with our Seth Partnow Sale:DuncdOn.SupportingCast.fm