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Your go-to NBA podcast for expert analysis, breaking news, and in-depth insights every week. Hosted by Warren Shaw and Cal Lee, The Baseline NBA Podcast delivers must-hear NBA discussions on the latest trades, game breakdowns, and basketball news straight from the hardwood. Whether you're an NBA superfan, fantasy basketball player, or hoops junkie, we’ve got you covered with exclusive interviews, NBA rumors, expert takes, and in-depth coverage of all 30 teams. From trade rumors to playoff pr ...
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Autopsy Report: Celtics & Cavaliers Collapse + Knicks vs Pacers ECF Preview
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In this week’s episode of The Baseline NBA Podcast, we dive deep into our ongoing Autopsy Report series, breaking down the shocking and unceremonious playoff exits of the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers. Once considered title contenders, both teams now face serious questions about their future with financial pressures looming and roster chan…
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Western Conference Finals Preview: Timberwolves vs Thunder
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The stage is set for an electric showdown in the 2025 NBA Western Conference Finals as the Minnesota Timberwolves face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder. In this special episode of The Baseline NBA Podcast, we deliver a full breakdown and preview of what’s sure to be a hard-fought battle between two of the league’s most dynamic young teams. Bec…
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The Autopsy Report – Magic & Rockets: One-Hit Wonders or Rising Powers?
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s the 2024–2025 NBA season concludes, we turn our analytical lens to two teams that showcased promise: the Orlando Magic and the Houston Rockets. In this installment of The Baseline NBA Podcast, we dissect their seasons, evaluating whether their performances were fleeting successes or indicators of sustained growth. Orlando Magic: With a roster bri…
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The Pop Era Ends & Superstars on the Brink
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In this week’s episode of The Baseline NBA Podcast, we dive into seismic news out of San Antonio Spurs territory: Gregg Popovich retires as head coach, closing the book on one of the most legendary careers in NBA coaching history. With Mitch Johnson tapped as his successor, we break down what this means for Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs’ rebuild, an…
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Autopsy Report: Memphis Grizzlies & Miami Heat
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In this week’s episode of The Baseline NBA Podcast, we continue our Autopsy Report series, taking a deep dive into the Memphis Grizzlies and Miami Heat. Both teams were knocked out of the NBA Playoffs in convincing fashion—dispatched by the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder and Cleveland Cavaliers, respectively. We break down what went wrong for the…
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Autopsy Report: Mavs | Kings | Pelicans - Is the Worst Yet to Come?
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As the NBA Playoffs heat up, we’re taking a hard look at the teams already sent packing. In this week’s episode of The Baseline NBA Podcast, we roll out The Autopsy Report, evaluating the 2024 NBA season for three teams that fell short: the Dallas Mavericks, the New Orleans Pelicans, and the Sacramento Kings. We dive deep into each team’s NBA seaso…
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Play-In Pressure & Playoff Fireworks: First-Round Face-Offs!
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In this episode, we break down all the 2025 NBA Play-In Tournament matchups, evaluating which teams are built to survive the win-or-go-home grind. Then we dive into the most compelling First Round playoff series, including the 3 vs 6 seed showdowns and the always gritty 4 vs 5 seed battles in both the Eastern and Western Conferences. Which stars wi…
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Breaking News, Big Takes & WNBA Draft Insight w/ ESPN’s Kendra Andrews
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his week on The Baseline NBA Podcast, we’re joined by ESPN NBA reporter Kendra Andrews for a power-packed episode you don't want to miss. Right as the news broke that the Denver Nuggets fired head coach Michael Malone, Kendra jumped on with us to give her immediate reaction and expert insight into what this means for the reigning champs and their f…
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Autopsy Report: Hornets & Jazz - The Post-Mortem of Potential
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Dive deep into the NBA's off-season autopsies with our latest episode of the 'Autopsy Report.' We dissect the shattered seasons of the Charlotte Hornets and Utah Jazz, examining what went wrong and forecasting their future outlook. From questionable roster decisions to missed opportunities, we leave no stone unturned. This week, we analyze the Horn…
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The 'What If' Playoffs: And Why the NCAA Needs a Wake-Up Call
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Dive into the ultimate 'What If' scenario this week's episode! We're breaking down and bringing the basketball banter as we dissect the NBA PLAY IN Tourney scenario. So what would the Play In truly look like if the season ended today, predicting potential upsets and analyzing the current standings. Get ready for some hot takes on the NBA PLAY IN TO…
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Fractured Fortunes - Clippers, Knicks, Warriors, Celtics Need Their Stars Back
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Was Draymond's 'soft' accusation against KAT fact or fiction? We dissect the fiery exchange that ignited the internet! Plus, the Kings' season hits a wall as Fox is sidelined – are the Spurs now officially tanking? Memphis honors the 'Grindfather' Tony Allen, joining Zach and Marc in the rafters! Steve Kerr cements his legacy as Golden State's all-…
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Who Ya Got: Cade or Haliburton? We Decide!
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This week, we focus on the NBA commentary that's been swirling around the league post-NBA Trade Deadline. We give our "salutes" to the two-man race for NBA MVP, and one of us is calling out those "player-haters" who are targeting one of the best players in the league. Find out who's getting called out! Also: Crazy Like a Fox: We delve into the rece…
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Pacers & Pistons: Breaking Bad to Breaking Good?
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The Pacers and Pistons are cooking up something special! We break down their surprising mid-season surge, comparing their climb to the chaos of "Breaking Bad." How Did They Pull It Off? Also, this past week has been nothing short of Impressive, with some of the performances coming out of the league. Find out who impressed us. Download and DIscuss w…
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Your NBA Top 5 May be Wrong...But Josh Rodriguez joins us to Fix That!
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This week on The Baseline, hosts Cal Lee and Warren Shaw chop it up with special guest Josh Rodriguez of The Dime, a two-time Sports Podcast Aard nominee, as they discuss the top NBA teams as the 2024-25 regular season comes to a close. We debate whether the Oklahoma City Thunder are the team to beat in the Western Conference, as well as the Denver…
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All-Star Fallout & Second Half Outlook w (Derrick Myers and Desmond Powell)
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All-Star Weekend is over, and The Baseline NBA Podcast is here to deliver the unfiltered truth. Derrick Myers (Sideline Guys) and Desmond Powell (Hip 2 Da Games) join the convo as we call out the highs and lows of NBA All-Star Weekend, laying down our bold predictions for the second half of the season. The best & worst moments from NBA All-Star Wee…
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Crafting a Court of Gold: A Visionary Masterclass with Jake Rogal
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Join us for an exclusive conversation with Jake Rogal, the talented producer/director behind Netflix's captivating docuseries, "Court of Gold." We delve into his experience in creating a six-part docuseries that provides an immersive look at the men’s basketball competition during the 2024 Paris Olympics. Find out why he promises this series will d…
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NBA TRADE DEADLINE 2025: BLOCKBUSTER MOVES & WINNERS REVEALED
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The Baseline NBA Podcast breaks down the wildest NBA Trade Deadline in years with an expert panel featuring Ricky Barnes (Late Night Lake Show) & Gerald Brown (Heavy in the Paint). From Luka Dončić’s shocking trade to the Lakers to Jimmy Butler joining the Warriors, we dive into the biggest deals, under-the-radar moves, and future playoff impact. W…
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Riding the Pine: Predicting All Star Reserves
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The All-Star starters are set, but who's rounding out the rosters? Join us as we break down the East and West and predict this year's NBA All-Star reserves. Who's in, who's out, and who got snubbed? Tune in to find out! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-baseline-nba-podcast--3677698/support.…
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Keepin Receipts with Midseason Motivations
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This week: Keepin' the Receipts: We revisit the players who were heavily doubted coming into the season and see who's exceeded expectations. Midseason Report: Award Watch: We discuss our picks for Most Improved Player (Cunningham, Mobley, Herro, Powell), Sixth Man of the Year (Pritchard, Hunter, Thompson), and MVP (Jokic, SGA, Giannis). Team Grades…
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Small Market Come Up: Cavs and Thunder | Showin that Alamo Motor City Love
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We dive into the exciting shift in the NBA landscape, where small market teams are proving they can hang with the big boys. We discuss two teams that have bucked the odds and emerged as the trendsetters: OKC Thunder and Cleveland Cavaliers We also give flowers two teams who firmly believe theyll be no need for a 5 year rebuild. Its all about the Re…
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The Butler Did It: Miami Heat Saga Continues & Other NBA Trends
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It appears the Butler has Done It ... but is it for good? We dive deep into "Courtside Choas" surrounding Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat. We also take a quick peek at the NBA Teams Trending Off and On the Radar as we kick off the new year Baseline B-Boy Style . Download and Discuss with Us Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.c…
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New Years Res | Kings Fire Brown | Lakers Making Moves
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This week we dive deep into the thrilling NBA Christmas Day action! We'll analyze the Lakers' blockbuster trade sending D'Angelo Russell to the Nets – what does this mean for both teams? Next, we'll discuss the firing of Mike Brown in Sacramento and explore the ripple effect it's having throughout the NBA. Finally, we'll ring in the New Year with s…
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Christmas Day Games Preview | Spreading Some NBA Cheer
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This week, we're unwrapping the NBA's Christmas Day feast of basketball action. Plus, we're spreading holiday cheer with some early Christmas gifts for a few lucky NBA teams. It's a show that's more exciting than finding a lump of coal in your stocking!" Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-baseline-nba-podcast--…
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Emirates Cup Finals Preview | Marry Cuddle Trash: NBA Trade Edition
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On this episode, we're diving deep into the Emirates NBA Cup Championship, where the Milwaukee Bucks clash with the Oklahoma City Thunder. We'll break down the key matchups, analyze the strengths and weaknesses of each team, and make our bold predictions for the ultimate victor. But that's not all! We're debuting a brand new segment: "Marry, Cuddle…
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NBA Cup Preview | Chasing the Three: Is the NBA's Future Flat?
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This week we're previewing the upcoming Knockout Rounds of the Emirates NBA Cup. We also get on our preverbial soapbox of final eight teams remaining. But we'll also tackle a controversial topic: Is the 3-point shot ruining the NBA's entertainment value? Is tonight's game unwatchable because of it? Join us as we break down the action and debate the…
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