Best Betting Above The Rim Podcasts (2025)

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S4 Ep11: Series Finale of Betting Above the Rim: NBA Insights, WNBA Updates, and Future Predictions 24:01

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In the series finale of the Betting Above the Rim podcast, Coach Young dives into recent NBA games, highlighting the Oklahoma City Thunder's close win over the Houston Rockets and the Golden State Warriors' victory against the Los Angeles Lakers. Key performance takeaways and future forecasts for MVP and DPOY are discussed. Important updates from t…

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S1 Ep1: Pro Basketball Today Series Premiere: Victor Wembanyama MVP Talks? + WNBA Coaching Changes 24:01

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Welcome to the premiere of Pro Basketball Today with Coach James Young! In this episode, we delve into the latest NBA updates including Anthony Edwards' injury, Chauncey Billups' arrest, and the gambling issues affecting the league. We also cover key WNBA coaching changes, highlight emerging players like Victor Wembanyama and VJ Edgecombe, and disc…

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S4 Ep10: NBA Season Kickoff and Major Player Updates 24:01

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Join us on the Betting Above the Rim podcast, episode 185, as we dive into exciting NBA updates on the eve of the 2025 season opener. Key highlights include Kevin Durant's $90 million extension with the Houston Rockets, and significant injuries for Fred VanVleet and Keegan Murray. We also discuss Dyson Daniels' and Christian Braun's contract extens…

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S4 Ep9: Jason Kidd Extends With Mavericks, Brogdon Retires, and Westbrook Joins Kings! 24:01

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In Episode 184 of the Betting Above the Rim podcast, recorded on October 15th, we delve into a multitude of hot topics in the NBA. We kick off with the news of Jason Kidd signing a multi-year extension with the Dallas Mavericks and the surprise retirement of Malcolm Brogdon from the Knicks. We also cover Russell Westbrook’s new deal with the Sacram…

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S4 Ep8: WNBA Championship Recap & NBA Season Preview with Robin Lundberg 24:01

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In episode 183 of the Betting Above the Rim podcast, Coach Young is joined by Robin Lundberg, publisher for Sports Illustrated and SiriusXM sports host to discuss the recent WNBA championship win by the Las Vegas Aces, Becky Hammond's coaching, and standout players like Asia Wilson and Jackie Young. They delve into debates about WNBA greatness and …

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S4 Ep7: NBA Injuries, WNBA CBA Crisis, and Division Previews 24:01

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Welcome to Betting Above the Rim podcast, episode 182, recorded on October 8, 2025. We begin with the unfortunate news of Ja Morant's injury, a significant loss for the Memphis Grizzlies. Next, we discuss another Western Conference casualty, Nikola Topic, who is out for 4-6 weeks post-surgery. Cooper Flagg's impressive preseason debut for the Dalla…

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S4 Ep6: NAPHEESA COLLIER TAKES HER OWN STANCE IN WNBA + WHO WINS EACH DIVISION IN NBA? 24:01

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Welcome to episode 181 of the Betting Above the Rim podcast! In today's episode, Coach James Young discusses the recent turmoil within the WNBA involving Napheesa Collier and Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, and the fallout of their disagreement. The podcast delves into the WNBA Finals, highlighting the Las Vegas Aces' dominant performance over the Ph…

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S4 Ep5: Betting Above the Rim Ep. 180: Napheesa Collier Blasts WNBA Commissioner, NBA Signings, and WNBA Season Reviews 24:01

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In the 180th episode of the Betting Above the Rim podcast, dated October 1st, the team discusses upcoming programming changes and shifts focus to key WNBA events. Napheesa Collier's bombshell exit interview with the Minnesota Lynx targets WNBA officiating and comments by Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. Other topics include the Phoenix Mercury's perfo…

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S4 Ep4: Liberty Fire HC Sandy Brondello + Fred VanVleet Out For 2025-26 Season | Betting Above the Rim Ep. 179 24:01

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In this heartfelt episode of the Betting Above the Rim podcast, we pay tribute to our late friend and colleague, Dave Sharapan. The episode covers WNBA contract renewals, team performances, and key injuries as we analyze the playoff standings, with a notable focus on the New York Liberty's struggles. We also discuss major NBA injuries, Bruce Pearl'…

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S4 Ep3: Kate Constable Joins, Paige Bueckers Wins Rookie of the Year, WNBA Playoff Predictions + Bets, & More 24:01

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In this episode of the Betting Above the Rim Podcast, recorded on September 17th, we discuss Paige Bueckers winning the WNBA Rookie of the Year award after a stellar season with the Dallas Wings. We also highlight Veronica Burton's Most Improved Player accolade and the latest standings and playoff updates in the WNBA. Additionally, we analyze the N…

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S4 Ep2: WNBA Playoffs Drama and NBA Offseason Moves with Kate Constable 23:22

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In this episode of the Betting Above the Rim podcast, we dive into the latest basketball news and analysis. Host celebrates a day before his 49th birthday by welcoming special guest Kate Constable, a sports broadcaster and betting analyst for BetMGM, Audacy, and YourBettingNews. They discuss the drama surrounding the Chicago Sky and Angel Reese's c…

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S4 Ep1: Jeremy Lin Retires, NBA Season Predictions & More! 23:30

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In Season 4, Episode 1 of the Betting Above the Rim podcast, we kick off by reminiscing about Jeremy Lin's memorable career as he announces his retirement from basketball. The host also discusses NBA team updates, including Kyle Neptune joining the Charlotte Hornets and the Milwaukee Bucks re-signing Thanasis Antetokounmpo. The episode dives deep i…

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S3 Ep54: Rick Carlisle's Extension, John Wall's Retirement & WNBA Stars' Return 23:32

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We dive into the NBA's latest headlines and analyses. We discuss Rick Carlisle's multi-year extension with the Indiana Pacers, his coaching journey, and his caliber. The episode also covers John Wall's official retirement and his impact on the game. Highlighting key updates in the WNBA, we spotlight the return of stars like Big Fi Na Kaler and Bria…

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S1 Ep201: Sophie Cunningham Out For Rest of Season + Liberty, Aces, and Storm Over or Under Win Totals? 23:22

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On our Tip Off Topics, the injuries keep piling up for the Fever as Sophie Cunningham will miss the remainder of the season with knee surgery. In addition, Paige Bueckers became the fastest rookie in league history to record 500 points and 100 assists. It'll be very interesting to see how everything pans out for Paige and the future of the Dallas W…

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S1 Ep200: 7/24: Marcus Smart Signs With Lakers + Which Teams Make Playoffs in East? & More 23:02

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We got some news and updates from both the NBA and WNBA. Coach James Young will cover it all with you on this episode. On our Tip Off Topics, Marcus Smart finds a new home in Los Angeles with the Lakers on a two-year deal. Kyle Filipowski was awarded Summer League MVP after posting remarkable numbers throughout the summer league season this year. I…

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S1 Ep199: 7/22: Damian Lillard Returns to Portland + Should WNBA Players Get Paid More? & More 22:57

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A ton of major updates and offseason moves took place over the weekend in the NBA as well as recapping the WNBA All Star Weekend and some upcoming action to go over. All will be discussed with Coach James Young on this episode. On our Tip Off Topics, Damian Lillard and Chris Paul decide to sign back with their respective former teams. Lillard heads…

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S1 Ep198: 7/17: Caitlin Clark Suffers Groin Injury Again + Who Wins 2025-26 NBA MVP? & More 22:57

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More NBA & WNBA action and news in the mix so Coach James Young has you covered on this episode. Sad news to start the Tip Off Topics as Fever star Caitlin Clark suffered a groin injury during Indiana's win over the Sun on Tuesday. What does this mean for the Fever going forward? In addition, ESPN released its Top 20 WNBA Players in the league so f…

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S1 Ep197: 7/15: Jalen Williams, Devin Booker, Herb Jones Sign Extensions + Cooper Flagg Shows Out In 2nd Summer League Game 22:55

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More NBA offseason movements and extensions that have occurred, the 2025 Summer League progresses, and some WNBA action as well. All will be discussed with Coach James Young on this episode. On our Tip Off Topics, the Mavericks shutdown rookie Cooper Flagg after two performances in the 2025 Summer League. It seems that Dallas is satisfied with what…

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S1 Ep196: 7/10: Chet & Paolo Get Rookie Max Deals + Knicks a Shoe-In to Win Atlantic Division? & More 22:51

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More offseason moves in the NBA unfold with some WNBA action along the way. All will be uncovered by Coach James Young on this episode. On our Tip Off Topics, Coach reviews the max rookie contract extensions given to Orlando's Paolo Banchero and OKC's Chet Holmgren. Could both players either enhance or hinder their respective teams going forward? A…

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S1 Ep195: 7/8: Powell & Collins Involved in Trade + Valkyries to Make The Playoffs? & More 23:00

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More offseason moves in the NBA are still brewing and the WNBA is approaching its midway point of the season. On this episode, Coach James Young goes through all of that and more, especially since some of the NBA rookies of the 2025 draft class will be taking part in this year's Summer League. First up on our Tip-Off Topics, we review the three-tea…

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S1 Ep194: 7/3: Myles Turner to the Bucks + Knicks Hire Mike Brown as Next HC & More 22:59

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On this episode with Coach James Young, we bring you an NBA free agency special, giving you two segments worth of the notable moves and signings that teams have made so far to kick off the offseason. In addition, we got some WNBA action to preview. On our elongated Tip Off Topics, we reviewed some of the movements in the NBA free agency. There have…

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S1 Ep193: 7/1: Randle & Reid Get the Bag & Updated WNBA Win Totals 22:58

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There’s been a ton of free agency and offseason moves, buyouts, and extensions made around the NBA not to mention there have been major changes in the WNBA regarding this season and for the future. All will be unveiled with Coach James Young on this episode. On our Tip Off Topics, there have been some contract extensions, trades, and buyouts that h…

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S1 Ep192: 6/27: NBA Draft Recap: Flagg Wins ROY? + Holiday & Porzingis Get Traded 22:57

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The first round of the 2025 NBA Draft has concluded as well as some major trades that occurred now that the 2024-25 season is officially over. Also, some notable players were able to agree contract extensions with their respective teams. In addition, there are some games happening in the WNBA on Friday. All of these will be discussed on this episod…

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S1 Ep191: 6/24: OKC Wins First Ever NBA Title + Kevin Durant Trade to Rockets & More 23:02

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The Oklahoma City Thunder win their first ever NBA Championship in franchise history as the NBA Finals concluded on Sunday. There was also some major breaking news regarding Game 7 and in the offseason for the rest of the teams in league as well as some WNBA action along with the coverage of the NBA Draft on Wednesday. All will be uncovered with Co…

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S1 Ep190: 6/19: Tyrese Haliburton Injured Prior to Game 6 + Scuffles in Fever vs Sun Game 23:00

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A lot of action in the NBA and WNBA to uncover. Coach James Young will take you through the continuation of the NBA Finals and the rest of the WNBA Season. On our Tip Off Topics, we recap Game 5 of the NBA Finals as the Thunder take a commanding 3-2 series lead over the Pacers. In addition, Tyrese Haliburton had suffered a strain in his right hamst…

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S1 Ep189: 6/17: Magic Land Desmond Bane in Trade + Caitlin Clark to Win 2025 MVP & More 22:59

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Some breaking news dropped in the NBA as well as a lot of updates in the WNBA, which Coach James Young will uncovered on this episode. Our Tip Off Topics include the blockbuster trade in the NBA as the Grizzlies send Desmond Bane to the Magic in exchange for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, and future picks. Does this trade help or hinder bo…

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S1 Ep188: 6/13: Pacers Take 2-1 NBA Finals Series Lead + What’s Wrong With The Aces? 23:00

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The Indiana Pacers defended home court to take a 2-1 series lead in the NBA Finals, there are some WNBA games to recap and preview, along with some updated futures markets in the NBA and WNBA. All of that and more will be discussed with Coach James Young on this episode. On our Tip Off Topics, we recap Game 3 of the NBA Finals as Indiana takes down…

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S1 Ep187: 6/10: Darius Garland Out 4-5 Months With Injury + NBA Finals Series Tied 1-1 + Are The Sky The Worst Team in WNBA? 23:03

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The Thunder were able to even up the series in the NBA Finals 1-1 defeating the Pacers in Game 2. In addition, there are major injury updates, some news, props/futures markets, and upcoming games that will all be uncovered on this episode with Coach James Young. First up on our Tip Off Topics, Thunder take Game 2 of the Finals and even up the serie…

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S1 Ep186: 6/5: Knicks Fire HC Tim Thibodeau + NBA Finals Specials Market 22:59

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A lot of breaking news in the NBA, the Finals are about to tip off this week, and there are a couple of WNBA games to preview. It all happens here on this episode with Coach James Young. On our Tip Off Topics, the Knicks fired head coach Tom Thibodeau. What does this mean for the Knicks and GM Leon Rose going forward? Who are top candidates for the…

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S1 Ep185: 6/3: NBA Finals is Set: Thunder vs Pacers + What’s Next For Knicks & Timberwolves & Much More 22:55

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It all comes down to two teams as the NBA Finals are set between the Thunder and Pacers. We also have some WNBA action on Tuesday. Coach James Young will breakdown all of that and more on this episode. On our Tip-Off Topics, we recap Game 6 as the Pacers win the Eastern Conference Finals series against the Knicks. In addition, Pascal Siakam got awa…

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S1 Ep184: 5/29: Pacers Win Game 4 VS Knicks + Caitlin Clark To Miss Time Due to Injury 23:00

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A lot of major updates and news in the world of the basketball from the collegiate and professional levels so Coach James Young breaks it all down on this episode. First up on our Tip Off Topics, we recap Game 4 between the Knicks and Pacers as Indiana takes a commanding 3-1 series lead. Is there any hope for New York to come back in this series or…

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S1 Ep183: 5/27: Knicks Steal Game 3 On The Road + David Adelman Named Next DEN HC & Much More 23:01

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Some changes in the series were made in Conference Finals in the NBA as well as some breaking news and WNBA action coming your way. Coach James Young will discuss all of that on this episode. First up on our Tip Off Topics, we recap Game 3s in both the Eastern and Western Conference Finals, both the Timberwolves and Knicks being down 0-2 respective…

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S1 Ep182: 5/22: OKC Leads Series 1-0 Over MIN + Boogie Fland Head to FLA 23:06

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A bunch of major news in the basketball world and the NBA Playoffs continue through as well. Coach James Young goes through it all with you on the episode. First up on our Tip-Off Topics, we recap Game 1 of Western Conference Finals as the Thunder blow out the Timberwolves. In the WNBA, the Mercury will miss out on their star player Kahleah Copper …

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S1 Ep181: 5/20: NBA Conference Finals Preview + What’s Next For Celtics & Nuggets After Elimination? 23:07

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The final four teams are set for the Eastern and Western Conference Finals: Knicks & Pacers in the East, and Thunder & Timberwolves in the West. Who will come out on top and make it to the Finals? In addition, there is some major action in the WNBA as well. We break down all of these and more with Coach James Young on this episode. First up on our …

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S1 Ep180: 5/15: Jayson Tatum Out For Season + WNBA Is Back 23:02

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A lot of action took place as the NBA Playoffs continue and the WNBA kicks off at the end of this week. Coach breaks it all down with this episode with both leagues. First up on our Tip-Off Topics, we recap Tuesday Playoff Games as Indiana eliminated the top-seeded Cavaliers and the Thunder took at 3-2 series leads in their Game 5 win over the Nugg…

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S1 Ep179: 5/13: Who Wins The OKC/DEN Series? + Giannis to Stay Or Leave with Bucks? & Much More 23:03

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The continuation of the NBA Playoffs roll on and it’s time to break it all down with Coach James Young on this episode because situations are getting intense with the way some of the playoffs have turned out so far. First up on our Tip-Off Topics, we recap Sunday’s games as the Thunder win a close one against the Nuggets and the Pacers dominate the…

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S1 Ep178: 5/8: Stephen Curry Injured + Road Teams In Game 1 Win 23:01

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We are in the heap of the semifinals of the NBA Playoffs and Coach James Young updates you on everything that has gone down so far. In our Tip-Off Topics, we recap Tuesday Games with inclusion that for the first time in NBA history all road teams have won in Game 1 of the semifinals. Could we see more crazy outcomes soon? Sad news for the Warriors …

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S1 Ep177: 5/6: Gregg Popovich Steps Down As Spurs HC + NBA Semifinals Are Set To Go 22:58

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The Semifinals are set in stone in the NBA Playoffs so now it time to break it all down with Coach James Young on this episode. Leading off with our Tip-Off Topic, we recap the Saturday and Sunday 1st round matchup with Game 7 wins by the Warriors and Nuggets as well as the Pacers taking Game 1 of the East Semifinals series against the Cavaliers. I…

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S1 Ep176: 5/1: Knicks to Win Game 6? UConn to Win 2026 National Title? & More 22:58

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A lot of basketball news and updates from both the collegiate and professional levels so Coach James unfolds it all with you on this episode. First up on the Tip-Off Topics, we recap each of the Tuesday playoff games, it’s been a competitive playoffs so far and it’s only going to get better. Spurs guard Stephon Castle gets awarded Rookie of the Yea…

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S1 Ep175: 4/29: NBA Playoffs Best Bets + Damian Lillard Torn Achilles 23:03

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The NBA Playoffs are continuing on with a sprinkle of college basketball news, so on this episode, Coach James Young goes through it all. On our Tip-Off Topics, we recap Sunday’s slate of NBA playoffs games and how teams stack up as the playoffs roll on. Devastating news for the Bucks as Damian Lillard is out for season after suffering at torn left…

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S1 Ep174: 4/24: Boogie Fland To The Portal + Jokic Triple-Double 22:59

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A few college basketball news dropped this week as well as the continuation of the NBA Playoffs. We uncover it all with Coach James Young on this episode. First up on our Tip-Off Topics, in college basketball, Boogie Fland and Desmond Claude enter the transfer portal as the portal official closes this week. Where do they land next? In addition, Ric…

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S1 Ep173: 4/22: Cooper Flagg Declares for Draft + Who Wins Each NBA Award & Much More 22:58

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The NBA Playoffs are in full gear once again and it’s time to recap and look ahead to each series so far as well as update you on some news and updates in the basketball world with Coach James Young on this episode. On our Tip-Off Topics, a couple of college basketball news stories that dropped as Duke star Cooper Flagg announces that he is declari…

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S1 Ep172: 4/18: NBA East & West Playoff Series Odds + Xaivian Lee Transfer to Florida & Much More 23:00

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All of breaking news, recaps, and futures markets to look at on this episode with Coach James Young with the NBA and college basketball. First up on our Tip-Off Topics, we recap all this week’s NBA Play-In games as there were some anticipated outcomes and some surprises as well. In addition, are the Kings lost to the Dallas, the team decided to par…

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S1 Ep171: 4/15: NBA Breaking News & Playoff Preview w/ Michelle Beadle 23:01

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The host of ‘Beadle and Decker’ on SiriusXM Mad Dog Sports Radio and host of ‘Run It Back’ on FanDuel TV, Michelle Beadle join Coach James Young on today’s episode as we breaking down all the NBA news, futures markets, and get you set for the NBA playoffs. On our Tip-Off Topics, major breaking news as the Suns fire head coach Mike Budenholzer after…

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S1 Ep170: 4/11: Jalen Brunson Back From Injury + Who Makes the Western Conference Playoffs? & More 22:59

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It’s back to the NBA now with men’s and women’s National Championship games concluded. On this episode, Coach James You g breaks down all the updated news, futures markets, and upcoming matchups in the association. On our Tip-Off Topics, we re-discuss Mike Malone getting fired by the Nuggets and how this will make an impact come playoff time. In ad…

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S1 Ep169: 4/9: Florida (Men’s) & UConn (Women’s) Win 2025 National Title + Nuggets Fire Mike Malone & More 23:04

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The final horns sounded as the Florida Gators men’s team and UConn Huskies women’s team won the 2025 NCAA Championships. On this episode, Coach James Young goes through it all and some NBA action as well. On our Tip-Off Topics, we recap both Florida and UConn winning the national titles explaining what a great job both respective teams did to achie…

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S1 Ep168: 4/3: Previewing the Final Four + Paige Bueckers to Win MOP Award?? & Much More 23:01

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It all comes down to the Final Four both on the men’s and women’s side of the NCAA Tournament. It’s time to preview it all and more with Coach James Young on this episode. Our Tip-Off Topics, we go through in detail the matchups of the final four games in men’s basketball. Which number 1 seeded teams make it to the National Championship game? Some …

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S1 Ep167: 4/1: Elite 8 Recap + Who Wins Most Outstanding Player Award? (The Stage is Set for Final Four) 22:59

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It all comes down to four team in the men’s basketball NCAA Tournament. Coach James Young breaks down everything that happened and adds a sprinkle of NBA as well on this episode. On the Tip-Off Topics, Coach recaps each of the Elite 8 games. It’s all chalk for the final four teams remaining and he explains how these teams made it this far in the to…

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166: 3/27: JuJu Watkins Tear ACL + Fran McCaffery Reported as Next HC for UPenn + Sweet 16 Preview & Much More 22:59

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The Sweet 16 is upon us along with some breaking news in NCAA men’s and women’s basketball so we go through it all on this episode with Coach James Young. On our Tip-Off Topics, sad news for JuJu Watkins and USC as she suffers a season-ending ACL injury. We, then, go through three new head coach hirings: Ben McCollum officially taking the helm at I…

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165: 3/25: Round of 32 Recap + Ole Miss to Make the Elite 8?? & Much More 23:03

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We continue our full coverage of March Madness with a sprinkle of NBA tied into this episode with Coach James Young. First up on the Tip-Off Topics, we recap some of the notable Round of the 32 games, in which Arkansas upset St. John’s, Duke dominated Baylor, and Houston barely winning over Gonzaga. In addition, we take a look at some of the head c…