Best Officially Legit Podcasts (2025)

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NBA To Fix Tanking? Celtics Most Intriguing Team in NBA? + Draymond Drama Continues 59:03

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the NBA brainstorming measures to combat tanking including how viable various solutions are to actually be put into place. Then, the guys talk if the Celtics could remain dangerous enough this season to make a return for Tatum make sense and how much that could impact the …

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The Hoop Collective: NBA To Fix Tanking? Celtics Most Intriguing Team in NBA? + Draymond Drama Continues 59:03

1d ago59:03

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the NBA brainstorming measures to combat tanking including how viable various solutions are to actually be put into place. Then, the guys talk if the Celtics could remain dangerous enough this season to make a return for Tatum make sense and how much that could impact the …

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NBA Festivus: Airing Grievances on Adam Silver, Draymond Green, and More | Group Chat 1:21:31

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Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are here celebrating their yearly holiday tradition of NBA festivus! The guys are here to first air out some NBA grievances and then they talk about some of their holiday related and otherwise grievances. (00:00) Intro (3:01) FanDuel Ad break (3:53) Draymond Green (9:50) NBA Grievances (20:41) FanDuel ad break (58:18) …

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Draymond’s Early Exit. Plus, Real Ones Christmas Day Preview. | Real Ones 1:14:45

1d ago1:14:45

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Logan Murdock and Howard Beck are back with the holiday edition of Real Ones to preview the Christmas slate. But first: Draymond Green and Steve Kerr had a flare-up in the Warriors’ victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday, during which Green left the bench and did not play the rest of the game. Where are things headed with the Warriors, Kerr, and …

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BLOCKED by Packers Official, CALLED OUT by Lukas Van Ness - Packers CHOKE in Final Moments vs Bears in Chicago (The Last 10 Days, State of Roster, Matt LaFleur Questions, Standings, Christmas) 26:39

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WHAT A WEEK! In today's can't miss episode of the podcast, Alex and KJ are back to detail the events from the Broncos collapse to now. What happened in Chicago? Why did Lukas Van Ness go off on X? How did Packers Official get involved? Current playoff standings, game recap and more - Welcome back to the IKE Packers Podcast! Help the show by telling…

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Can Cavs Turn It Around? NBA Officiating Drama Explained + OKC Stumbles 56:14

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the Cavs’ ongoing struggles including what, if anything, they can do to turn their season around. Plus, the guys explain some key NBA officiating controversies in the last few days before talking about Anthony Edwards’ epic performance and OKC’s first stumbles. Learn more abo…

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The Hoop Collective: Can Cavs Turn It Around? NBA Officiating Drama Explained + OKC Stumbles 56:14

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the Cavs’ ongoing struggles including what, if anything, they can do to turn their season around. Plus, the guys explain some key NBA officiating controversies in the last few days before talking about Anthony Edwards’ epic performance and OKC’s first stumbles. Learn more abo…

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How Mike Brown Changed the Knicks | Real Ones 54:04

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Logan Murdock and Raja Bell are back with another edition of Real Ones, and they discuss the orange and blue skies everywhere following the Knicks' victory in the NBA cup. Can the Knicks make a run at the Eastern Conference title and possibly a championship? How did new coach Mike Brown change this team's playing style after how Tom Thibodeau ran t…

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1st MVP Straw Poll - Historic Race Coming? 47:33

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Bontemps’ 1st MVP Straw Poll of the season including if we are set for another historic battle between Jokic and SGA, some surprising newcomers to the list and who truly has a chance for the award this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc…

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The Hoop Collective: 1st MVP Straw Poll - Historic Race Coming? 47:33

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Bontemps’ 1st MVP Straw Poll of the season including if we are set for another historic battle between Jokic and SGA, some surprising newcomers to the list and who truly has a chance for the award this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc…

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Young Core Rankings, Part 2. Plus, the NBA’s Best Blue-Chip Prospects. | Group Chat 1:52:35

8d ago1:52:35

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Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are back for Part 2, where they rank the best young cores in the NBA 15-1. And then at the end, they pick out the 15 best blue-chip prospects in the league going forward. (00:00) Intro (4:06) Pelicans (13:08) Jazz (18:34) Sixers (24:36) Cavs (29:51) Wizards (40:13) Raptors (45:47) Hornets (54:24) Timberwolves (57:46) M…

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Young Core Rankings, Part 1. Plus, the Knicks are Cup Champs. | Group Chat 2:06:18

8d ago2:06:18

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Justin, Rob and J. Kyle Mann give their instant reactions to the Knicks winning the NBA Cup. Then over two parts, the guys are ranking the young cores of the NBA 30-1. In Part 1, they’re ranking and discussing teams ranked 30-16. (00:00) Intro (1:28) NBA Cup (22:39) Clippers (27:09) Knicks (30:32) Lakers (41:45) Kings (47:15) Celtics (51:11) Bucks …

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Knicks Win a Trophy & NBA Expansion Soon?? + New NBA Cup Location? 56:08

9d ago56:08

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the Knicks big victory to claim the NBA Cup over the Spurs including what San Antonio showed the league during this run. Plus, the guys discuss some big updates from NBA commissioner Adam Silver including if there may be a new home for the NBA Cup, some major updates on…

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The Hoop Collective: Knicks Win a Trophy & NBA Expansion Soon?? + New NBA Cup Location? 56:08

9d ago56:08

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the Knicks big victory to claim the NBA Cup over the Spurs including what San Antonio showed the league during this run. Plus, the guys discuss some big updates from NBA commissioner Adam Silver including if there may be a new home for the NBA Cup, some major updates on…

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Are the Spurs Legit Title Contenders? | Real Ones 1:12:53

9d ago1:12:53

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Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones, and they examine how the Spurs snapped the Oklahoma City Thunder's 16-game win streak in the NBA Cup semifinals. Victor Wembanyama returned with a vengeance, netting 22 points and nine rebounds in just 21 minutes of action. The guys ask whether the young and up-an…

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Packers CRASH OUT in Denver, LOSE Parsons for Season and Division Lead to Bears Ahead of Matchup in Chicago (Broncos Game Recap, Injury Updates and Thoughts, Who Steps Up?) 25:51

10d ago25:51

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Packers fans, what an entertaining, yet gut-wrenching game yesterday vs the Denver Broncos. The first half was going good, but then the wheels fell off for Green Bay. Diving into the game recap, latest surrounding the players, divisional races, and more - Welcome back to the IKE Packers Podcast! Help the show by telling another Packers fan! Other w…

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Welcome to Trade Season: Six Big Questions as the Rumor Mill Heats Up. Plus, Wemby Snuffs Out the Thunder. | Group Chat 1:28:24

10d ago1:28:24

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Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are together in L.A. to welcome everyone to trade season. The guys run through six big trade questions now that recently signed free agents are allowed to be traded. Before they get to that, the guys give their thoughts on the Spurs' upset win over the Thunder, and briefly preview the NBA Cup final matchup between San …

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Wemby & Spurs A Legit Contender? Knicks In Elite Category? + Windy's Epic Journey 1:15:47

11d ago1:15:47

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to some wild NBA Cup Semifinal action in Las Vegas. The guys talk the Spurs making a major statement against OKC including if this demonstrates San Antonio’s ability to be a top 4 seed in the Western Conference. Then, the guys break down if the Knicks are an elite contending…

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The Hoop Collective: Wemby & Spurs A Legit Contender? Knicks In Elite Category? + Windy's Epic Journey 1:15:47

11d ago1:15:47

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to some wild NBA Cup Semifinal action in Las Vegas. The guys talk the Spurs making a major statement against OKC including if this demonstrates San Antonio’s ability to be a top 4 seed in the Western Conference. Then, the guys break down if the Knicks are an elite contending…

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The Thunder Keep On Surging. Plus, We Relive a Raja Moment. | Real Ones 58:29

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Logan Murdock and Raja Bell are back with a Friday edition of Real Ones. The Oklahoma City Thunder, the reigning champions, are off to a historic 24-1 start and don't seem to be letting up. Logan and Raja take a deep dive into the Thunder, how they’re smashing opponents, and whether they’re poised to possibly be the greatest team ever assembled. Th…

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Ducks Wild Ride ft. Jonny Lazarus on Kreider, Trouba, Rangers Returns 45:06

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TST Anaheim Ducks reporter Zach Cavanagh looks at the dramatic swings the Ducks have taken over the last several games, from franchise lows, to complete domination to thrilling last-second saves. Plus, another look into the goal crease with Ville Husso's strong play and Lukáš Dostál's return. Then, Zach is joined by Jonny Lazarus of the Daily Faceo…

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Lakers Need To Make A Move? + Teams To Watch At Deadline & OKC’s Historic Chase 55:13

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vincent Goodwill and Bobby Marks to react to the Spurs exposing some of the Lakers' key weaknesses, the guys discuss if LA needs to address them at the deadline. Plus, we talk how far ahead of schedule San Antonio’s young talent may be. Then, the crew breaks down the challenges rebuilding in the NBA before talkin…

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The Hoop Collective: Lakers Need To Make A Move? + Teams To Watch At Deadline & OKC’s Historic Chase 55:13

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vincent Goodwill and Bobby Marks to react to the Spurs exposing some of the Lakers' key weaknesses, the guys discuss if LA needs to address them at the deadline. Plus, we talk how far ahead of schedule San Antonio’s young talent may be. Then, the crew breaks down the challenges rebuilding in the NBA before talkin…

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Can Knicks Take Control Of East? + Can OKC Break NBA Wins Record? 54:41

16d ago54:41

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the NBA Cup quarterfinals in the Eastern Conference including big wins for the Knicks and Magic. Plus, do the Knicks have a real chance to run away with the East? Then, the guys preview the NBA Cup quarterfinals in the Western Conference by talking if the Suns have any ch…

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The Hoop Collective: Can Knicks Take Control Of East? + Can OKC Break NBA Wins Record? 54:41

16d ago54:41

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the NBA Cup quarterfinals in the Eastern Conference including big wins for the Knicks and Magic. Plus, do the Knicks have a real chance to run away with the East? Then, the guys preview the NBA Cup quarterfinals in the Western Conference by talking if the Suns have any ch…

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The Knicks and Magic Are Going to Vegas. Plus, Do the Pelicans Hold All the Cards for the Trade Deadline? | Group Chat 1:23:37

16d ago1:23:37

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Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are here to provide their instant reactions to the Knicks and Magic moving on to the semifinals of the NBA Cup. Then the guys talk about Derik Queen’s historic triple-double and how the Pelicans should build for the future around Queen. (00:00) Intro (4:32) NYK-TOR (21:52) ORL-MIA (39:34) Derik Queen (55:39) Pelicans t…

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The Ewing Theory, Featuring Ja, Trae, and Paolo | Real Ones 1:14:33

15d ago1:14:33

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Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Mf’n Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones, this time examining the Ewing theory as it applies to three of the league's favorites. Ja Morant, Trae Young, and Paolo Banchero are all highly touted stars in the league and the cornerstones of their respective franchises, but with their teams performing bet…

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Packers WIN vs Bears and Take NFC North #1 Spot - Keisean Nixon Intercepts Caleb Williams to Seal Victory (Jordan Love Goes Deep, Micah Parsons the new Achilles, Broncos Matchup Next, Super Bowl) 36:55

17d ago36:55

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Packers are back on top! Chicago fell to Green Bay! How did it happen? Diving into Jordan Love, Micah Parsons, Christian Watson, Kesean Nixon and more - join brothers Alex and KJ as they track the Packers quest to a Super Bowl - Welcome back to the IKE Packers Podcast! Help the show by telling another Packers fan! Other ways to contribute are by le…

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LeBron Turns Back Clock Again + Watch Out For Boston? 1:10:18

18d ago1:10:18

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss LeBron’s major bounce back in a clutch win for the Lakers over the 76ers, why the Celtics improving play could open the door for a Tatum return, Pat Spencer’s new mantra for the Warriors, the Bulls’ struggles returning, Memphis stepping up and the latest on the Terry Rozie…