Best Taylor Edgecomb Podcasts (2025)

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College Basketball Landscape, and Hornets Draft Expectations With Tate Frazier 53:19

17h ago53:19

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J. Kyle Mann is joined by Tate Frazier from One Shining Podcast as they discuss the ongoing debate over evaluating players based on their physical tools versus their game tape, NIL’s effect on the NBA draft, upside for some of the players who decided to return to school, Michigan’s portal haul, and whether Florida can still be an elite team (02:25)…

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VJ Edgecombe Scouting Report + Tuesday Daily Duncs (5/27/25) 43:53

2d ago43:53

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Baylor’s VJ Edgecombe is viewed as one of the highest upside players in the draft. What is his current skillset, and how do Nate and Danny see it evolving at the NBA level? ⁠⁠Full Daily Duncs with links⁠⁠ Offseason Comebacks Karl-Anthony Towns John Haliburton Thunder-Timberwolves Timberwolves-Thunder Thunder-Timberwolves All-NBA Game 3s Veteran ext…

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IND/NYK and MIN/OKC Game 3s 57:28

3d ago57:28

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New York became the first team to ever overcome three 20-point deficits in a single postseason with an improbable comeback against Indiana. How were they able to do it, and how much can they take with them into Game 4? Oklahoma City will not waltz to an NBA championship, as Minnesota put the hammer down to deliver a 40-point blowout. Did they find …

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MIN/OKC Game 2; Dylan Harper Scouting Report 1:11:22

6d ago1:11:22

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OKC thoroughly controls Game 2 to take a commanding lead in the series. Is there anything Minnesota can do to change the momentum after another disheartening loss, or do Shai and the Thunder have a stranglehold on the series? Then, we scout Dylan Harper, the projected #2 pick out of Rutgers. Is he that level of prospect? What weaknesses could preve…

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Egor Demin on Developing With Real Madrid, College Lessons, and Wanting to Play Big 55:40

8d ago55:40

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BYU freshman guard Egor Demin joins J. Kyle Mann to discuss his basketball journey (03:13). They go through how Egor’s time with Real Madrid pushed his love for playing basketball, why he decided to go to BYU instead of playing professionally overseas, the mental experience gained while playing in college, and lessons he took after BYU’s blowout lo…

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GSW Offseason Outlook + Monday Daily Duncs (5/19/25) 40:26

9d ago40:26

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Nate and Danny kick off their 2025 Offseason Outlook series with an in-depth look at the Golden State Warriors, discussing their current roster situation, cap implications, and potential trade and free agent targets. ⁠Full Daily Duncs with links⁠⁠ 7 in 7 New champions New York Knicks Upsets New York Celtics-Knicks Game 6 Boston Celtics Cavaliers-Ce…

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DEN/OKC Game 7; MIN/OKC Outlook; A Few More Free Agents 1:01:59

11d ago1:01:59

1:01:59

Denver gave it everything they had, but everything that makes the Thunder the Thunder eventually overwhelmed them. Could Denver have won this series without the injuries, and how far away are they from being a prime contender again with Nikola Jokic? Minnesota and Oklahoma City prevent much different opponents for each other than each has faced thu…

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DEN/OKC Game 6; Free Agent SF and PF Rankings 1:07:29

14d ago1:07:29

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Denver gives us a Game 7 by pulling away from OKC late. We discuss how they did it and look ahead to Game 7, which could be significantly impacted by Aaron Gordon’s Hamstring injury. The free agent small forward list includes LeBron James, his teammate Dorian Finney-Smith, and RFA Josh Giddey. How do we see those situations playing out? 30:41 At po…

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Flagg Day in Dallas, the Spurs’ Options at No. 2, and More Draft Lottery Reactions 1:12:53

16d ago1:12:53

1:12:53

J. Kyle Mann is joined by The Ringer’s Danny Chau to process the 2025 NBA draft lottery. The guys discuss the bizarre past three months for the Mavericks, which somehow culminated in them landing the no. 1 pick (and likely Cooper Flagg), despite only having a 1.8 percent chance to do so. They talk through why they’re betting on Flagg’s NBA success …

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The Devastating Jayson Tatum Injury + Monday Daily Duncs (5/12/25) 22:26

17d ago22:26

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It’s not hyperbole to say that Jayson Tatum’s injury could be one of the most significant in NBA history. ⁠Full Daily Duncs with links⁠⁠ Giannis Antetokounmpo Milwaukee Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo-Rockets Devin Booker-Rockets Kevin Durant-Rockets Pacers-Cavaliers Donovan Mitchell Mitchell Robinson Nuggets-Thunder Weekend ⁠Full Daily Duncs with link…

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DEN/OKC and IND/CLE Game 4s; NYK/BOS and GSW/MIN Game 3s 1:11:14

18d ago1:11:14

1:11:14

OKC wrestles back into position with superior crunchtime execution and smothering defense. What are the adjustments going forward? Indiana absolutely eviscerated the Cavs in one of the most shocking dominations in NBA history. How did they do it, and where does this rank on the list of playoff destructions? 32:50 Boston got back into their series a…

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Ryan Kalkbrenner Talks Creighton, and NBA Draft Prep. Plus, Joe House on the Wizards’ Future. 1:02:21

21d ago1:02:21

1:02:21

J. Kyle Mann begins the show by talking to The Ringer’s Joe House about the upcoming NBA draft class and how some of the top prospects would fare with his beloved Washington Wizards (00:00). Then, 7-foot-1 center Ryan Kalkbrenner joins the show to discuss his evolution at Creighton, NBA hopes, some misconceptions surrounding his game, and more (33:…

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NYK/BOS and DEN/OKC Game 2s; Ranking These Crazy Comebacks; Jared Weiss on Tyrese Haliburton 1:32:20

22d ago1:32:20

1:32:20

Jared Weiss of The Athletic joins to discuss how he put together his great article on Tyrese Haliburton managing his mental health struggles over the past year. These NBA playoffs have yet to disappoint, as the Knicks roared back from down 20 in the second half again to put the Celtics in an 0-2 hole. How did it happen, and can the C’s possibly tur…

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GSW/MIN Outlook + Monday Daily Duncs (5/5/25) 39:25

25d ago39:25

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Both teams in this matchup face totally different series than in the previous round. How will Minnesota match up with Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler defensively? What will Golden State’s strategy be against Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle? We break down all the strategic elements and make our picks. ⁠⁠Full Daily Duncs with links⁠⁠ First-round ser…

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GSW/HOU Game 7; IND/CLE Game 1; DEN/OKC Outlook 1:18:25

25d ago1:18:25

1:18:25

Stephen Curry adds another legendary performance to his ledger, closing out a Houston team yet again as Buddy Hield played the role of Klay Thompson. Indiana outshot Cleveland by 30 percent from 3. Was this Game 1 all about shooting variance, or does Cleveland have reason to be concerned? We look ahead to the MVP Series between Shai and Nikola Joki…

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GSW/HOU Game 6; Gregg Popovich Retrospective 1:01:46

27d ago1:01:46

1:01:46

Houston dominates Golden State in Game 6 to tie the series. We give an ode to Steven Adams, Fred Van Vleet, and Ime Udoka for the unique way they’ve controlled the last few games. What can Golden State do to counter, and who do we think will win Game 7? With the news of Gregg Popovich retiring as Spurs coach, we look back on all the ways that he ch…

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DET/NYK and LAC/DEN Game 6s 54:07

27d ago54:07

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The Pistons fought gamely, but Jalen Brunson led an 11-1 run capped by an iconic shot over Ausar Thompson to advance New York. James Harden had perhaps his best late-series performance since 2012 while the Clippers stymied Denver’s attack in the second half to force the first Game 7 of the first round. 29:00 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only plac…

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Adam Finkelstein on NIL and the Evolution of College Recruiting. Plus, Maxwell Baumbach on Under-the-Radar Prospects. 1:25:33

28d ago1:25:33

1:25:33

J. Kyle Mann welcomes CBS's Adam Finkelstein to talk about the evolution of college recruiting, the challenges of assessing young talent, the impact of NIL, and the rise of AI in scouting. Plus, they evaluate the NBA prospects of guys like Boogie Fland, Yaxel Lendeborg, Cooper Flagg, and AJ Dybantsa. After that, Maxwell Baumbach of No Ceilings join…

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End of an Era in Milwaukee; LAL/MIN, DET/NYK, ORL/BOS Game 4s 1:47:58

1M ago1:47:58

1:47:58

We begin with the somber reality that Damian Lillard likely has a torn Achilles tendon, a season-, career- and franchise-altering injury for him, Giannis, and the Milwaukee Bucks. Then, we recap two classic games between the Lakers and Wolves (17:28) and the Knicks and Pistons (1:08:31), breaking down the keys plays (and calls) that could have gone…

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Danny Wolf, Khaman Maluach, and Liam McNeeley Scouting Report With Ben Taylor 1:04:10

1M ago1:04:10

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J. Kyle Mann is joined by Ben Taylor, author of ‘Thinking Basketball’ and creator of the Thinking Basketball YouTube channel, to break down the film and assess the potential of three prospects: Michigan’s Danny Wolf (22:06), Duke’s Khaman Maluach (35:47), and UConn’s Liam McNeeley (47:50). Check out The Ringer’s 2025 NBA Draft Guide for all the lat…

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DET/NYK; LAC/DEN; MEM/OKC Game 3s 1:15:25

1M ago1:15:25

1:15:25

Detroit provided a raucous environment, but the Knicks found their offensive flow and took a series lead. Denver looks like they’re in big trouble against the Clippers with myriad problems on both ends of the floor. Oklahoma City set an NBA record by coming back from a 26-point deficit against Memphis as Ja Morant was unable to finish the game. Plu…

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GSW/HOU, MIA/CLE, ORL/BOS, and MEM/OKC Game 1s 1:06:08

1M ago1:06:08

1:06:08

The Warriors grind out a 90s-style win over Houston, showcasing how their defense and Steph Curry's brilliance can still carry them despite some shaky offense. Can the Rockets score well enough in this series to make it competitive? The Cavs overwhelm Miami in Game 1 with scorching guard play and a beautifully flowing offense. 34:43 Boston comforta…

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MIA @ CHI, DAL @ SAC; 8-Seed Game Preview; Suns Quagmire; LAC/DEN Outlook 1:43:55

1M ago1:43:55

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A massive episode of Dunc’d On with Danny Leroux, as we discuss the Heat and Mavs moving on, and the Bulls and Kings (28:18) most decidedly not. We look ahead to Heat/Hawks (15:33) and Mavs/Grizzlies (45:22) on Friday night and make our picks, then catch up on news including the latest rumors with the Suns. 59:00 Finally, we discuss the series we’r…

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Edgecombe, Harper, and Big Guard Scouting With Tom Crean 56:24

1M ago56:24

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J. Kyle Mann is joined by ESPN college basketball analyst and former head coach Tom Crean in a new segment called Expert Witness (03:04). Tom shares his insight from his 20 years in coaching, discussing the importance of developing complete players and what he looked for when recruiting Anthony Edwards, Victor Oladipo, and Dwyane Wade. They also br…

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GSW/HOU Outlook + Adjusting for postseason rotations 2025 29:17

1M ago29:17

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We look ahead to the Warriors’ matchup with Houston in the first round. Then, Dan previews the postseason based on adjusting for teams' projected rotations. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM Subscribe on YouTube to see our hi…

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Thank You For 10 Years of Dunc’d On 1:24:00

2M ago1:24:00

1:24:00

Ten years ago today, April 13, 2015, was our first ever episode. We express our gratitude for your support over the years and reminisce on our favorite games, series, moments, players, transactions, and executives. 45:03 First though, we give our outlooks for the play-in games this week. Memphis @ Golden State 0:42 Atlanta @ Orlando 13:49 Miami @ C…

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Danny vs Nate on Over/Unders 1:06:50

2M ago1:06:50

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Nate and Danny review their over/under picks and best bets to see where they went right and wrong this year. What went according to, and counter to, expectations for all 30 teams this season? Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM…

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Climbers, Divers, and Underrated Prospects from the College Basketball Season 1:02:41

2M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

J. Kyle Mann is joined by The Athletic's senior NBA draft writer, Sam Vecenie as they discuss the ever-growing interest in the NBA draft and how Sam manages to scout players while living halfway across the world in Australia (01:50). While discussing his scouting process, Sam shares his scouting report on BYU freshman guard Egor Demin and why he co…

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Malone and Booth are Both Fired + Tuesday Daily Duncs (4/8/25) 31:44

2M ago31:44

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It’s time to talk about the most inscrutable topic in the NBA: Defense! We pick our All-Defensive teams and Defensive Player of the Year. Are we swayed by Draymond’s self-promotional tour? Is another familiar name being slept on? Where do the big perimeter defensive stars rank relative to the bigs? We also pick our positional all-defensive teams, d…

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NBA Awards 2024-25 1:51:24

2M ago1:51:24

1:51:24

Nate and Danny make their final selections for the NBA’s awards. For the first time ever, it was so close that they both changed their MVP pick in the course of the discussion. Plus, a discussion of all* the other major awards, plus a few we’ve made up ourselves. Most Valuable Player (MVP): 0:00:24 Rest of MVP Ballot: 22:00 All-NBA Teams: 26:47 Coa…

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The Top-10 Players in the NBA 2024-25 1:11:59

2M ago1:11:59

1:11:59

John Hollinger joins Danny Leroux and Nate Duncan to break down our rankings of the top players in the NBA. Jokic or Shai at number 1? Who takes the 3rd spot? Where do old lions Steph, KD, and LeBron fall, and how do they compare with the young superstar bigs? How about the bevy of star guards? Plus, we discuss the biggest risers and fallers, the h…

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The Archetypes and Potentials of Ace Bailey, Tre Johnson, and Jase Richardson 56:24

2M ago56:24

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J. Kyle Mann and Danny Chau discuss Rutgers's freshman wing Ace Bailey and his potential at the next level (03:44). They discuss player comps for Bailey, his shooting and athleticism, and whether there are any good fits for him among the teams atop the lottery standings. Next, the guys discuss the NBA potentials of two freshman guards: Texas's Tre …

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Point Guard Rankings 2024-25 + Monday Daily Duncs (3/31/25) 24:31

2M ago24:31

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The last and deepest position is in the books. After obvious #1 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, where do the rest of the big stars like Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton, and Stephen Curry land? How did we process down years for Ja Morant, Trae Young, Jamal Murray, and De’Aaron Fox? And who are some of the controversial risers that we believe could outgrow…

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Six in 71 (Western Conference 3.31.25); Taylor Jenkins Fired 1:10:47

2M ago1:10:47

1:10:47

Nate always has a unique take on a coach being fired. What do he and Danny make of the Grizzlies moving on from Taylor Jenkins and this surprising timing? Then, on to the usual look at the West: MEM vs LAL: The Lakers’ intentional play exposes some key weaknesses for Memphis as the Tuomas Iisalo era gets underway. 14:00 PHX: KD goes down with an an…

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9 in 83 Mailbag! (Eastern Conference 3.27.25) 1:23:29

2M ago1:23:29

1:23:29

DET: How do they match up with the Knicks? Should they look to acquire a star in the offseason? IND (10:28): Are they the sleeper of the East? MIA (19:40): Should they still be trying to convey their pick to OKC this year? MIL (28:22): Why is the Milwaukee offense only 11th? NYK (37:29): What’s our current verdict on the Bridges and Towns trades? O…

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Can Cooper Flagg Win an MVP? Plus: Khaman Maluach’s Defensive Potential, Al Horford's Hips, and the Draft Guide Process. 51:41

2M ago51:41

51:41

'The Ringer’s NBA Draft Show' is back! Join J. Kyle Mann and Danny Chau as they share their experience building this year’s NBA Draft Guide, from their process for ranking the prospects to how they came up with the comp clouds (01:55). They then debate the MVP potential of Duke’s Cooper Flagg and Rutgers's Dylan Harper (14:06). Next, they discuss w…

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6 in 83 Mailbag! (Eastern Conference 3.24.25) 1:23:24

2M ago1:23:24

1:23:24

Our bi-weekly look at the East through your questions! ATL: Risacher is coming on, should he be in ROY conversation? Plus, everything Trae Young BOS: How do they get out of tax hell under new ownership and remain competitive? 24:00 BRK: How many of these guys will be around in 2027? How many playoff series will the rebuilding teams in the East win …

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Jeremias Engelmann of RoyceWebb.com, Former Mavericks and Suns Front Officer 55:34

2M ago55:34

55:34

Jerry Engelmann used to work for the Mavs and the Suns, and now writes for former ESPN editor Royce Webb’s substack where he has been one of the most interesting writers of late with his controversial but data-driven opinions. You can subscribe at roycewebb.com/naterate and get a special deal for Dunc’d On listeners. We get into a ton of interestin…

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9 in 83 Mailbag! (Western Conference 3.18.25) 1:23:17

2M ago1:23:17

1:23:17

Dan Feldman goes through an overstuffed Western Conference mailbag with Nate: DEN: Which teams should they fear in the playoffs? What is their best defensive option? HOU: What’s the best matchup for the Rockets in the West? What do they do with FVV this offseason? 10:14 LAC: Can they get into the top-6? Would Shai have been this good with the Clips…

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The Ringer's NBA Draft Show Trailer! 0:39

2M ago0:39

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The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann takes an in-depth look at who’s got next for the NBA’s future as he brings you 'The Ringer’s NBA Draft Show.' He’ll drop his takes on the rising and falling stocks of the best and brightest prospects in the 2025 draft class. This is a podcast for fans of every team, whether you’re tanking for ping-pong balls or you’re in s…

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6 in 70 Mailbag! (Western Conference 3.17.25) 1:10:28

2M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

GSW: Is Golden State for real? SAC: Did the Kings just face the hottest 3-point shooting ever? 14:39 SAS: Should the Spurs renegotiate De’Aaron Fox’s contract? What star would be worth going all-in for in trade? 23:17 UTA: The Jazz are still sitting players–is that illegal? Is Walker Kessler a high-level starter? 42:39 DAL: How could they get out o…

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ESPN's Tim MacMahon, Author of The Wonder Boy 41:34

2M ago41:34

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Tim MacMahon of ESPN has chronicled the entire career of Luka Doncic–including this most recent crazy turn. His new book, The Wonder Boy, follows Luka and the Mavs from the time he was drafted through the stunning trade to the Lakers. MacMahon joins to share his unique insight on the challenges the Mavs faced as stewards of the young superstar’s ca…

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Small Forward Rankings 2024-25 1:52:16

3M ago1:52:16

1:52:16

Danny joins to discuss the small forward position. Is it Luka or Tatum at #1? Where do the old lions LeBron James, Jimmy Butler, and Kevin Durant fall? Who is the best of the young risers like Cade Cunningham, Franz Wagner, and Jalen Williams? Which three-and-D skillsets do we believe in? Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episo…

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8 in 63 (Eastern Conference 3.10.25) + Tuesday Daily Duncs (3/11/25) 19:39

3M ago19:39

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Dan Feldman joins Nate for our bi-weekly look at the Eastern Conference. Today: CLE: How does Cleveland look with De’Andre Hunter at the 4? And what about Evan Mobley’s DPOY candidate? ATL: Is Dyson Daniels a DPOY candidate? MIL: Should they be more aggressive in the possession game? DET: The most underrated aspect of Cade Cunningham’s game. NYK: H…

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OKC and Boston Affirm Their Places; This Just In 1:32:21

3M ago1:32:21

1:32:21

Dan and Nate break down two huge games over the weekend. In Oklahoma City, the Thunder showed that they may present a major matchup problem for Denver. The Celtics showed their class in an iso-fest against the Lakers. 30:01 Then, This Just In catches up on the latest mess in Sacramento as De’Aaron Fox torches the organization. Plus, the rest of the…

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The Most Disastrous Seasons in NBA History 2:16:19

3M ago2:16:19

2:16:19

Inspired by recent events, Dan and Nate take you on an Odyssey through NBA History as we recount the most disastrous seasons in league annals. Then, we rank the worst seasons of all-time, and discuss where this year’s Mavs, Suns, and Sixers fit in. We should have known this would take WELL over 2 hours. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to …

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Most Surprising and Disappointing + Daily Duncs (3/4/25) 23:49

3M ago23:49

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Dan and Nate pick their most surprising and disappointing players of the season. Full Daily Duncs with links Joel Embiid Mike Budenholzer Kevin Durant-Suns Luka Doncic-Giannis Antetokounmpo Dunc'd On Live Nikola Jokic Cleveland Cavaliers Dallas Mavericks Gregg Popovich Meyers Leonard Full Daily Duncs with links Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only p…

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NBA Awards March 2025 1:45:47

3M ago1:45:47

1:45:47

Danny jumps back in from paternity leave to look at the NBA awards with a bit more than a month before the end of the season. Who is MVP, Shai or Jokic? Plus, All-NBA (12:42); Executive and Not Executive of the Year (46:00); Defensive Player of the Year (1:20:13); Coach of the Year (1:24:57); , Rookie of the Year (1:31:08); and Sixth Man of the Yea…

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What Should Teams Look For in A Star Trade? Plus, This Just In 1:08:15

3M ago1:08:15

1:08:15

Nate and Dan look back through 30 years of star trades and assess how teams that looked to stay competitive when trading a star fared. What do these deals tell us about that strategy? Plus, This Just In! The Clippers are getting healthy, but the Knicks are running out of big bodies, and Nate apologies for one of his dumber arguments. 56:05 Join Dun…

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Best Contracts in the NBA Part 1 + Tuesday Daily Duncs (2/25/25) 19:50

3M ago19:50

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We start our Best Contracts in the NBA discussion, as Nate and Dan get into some interesting debates (and even hit on a few that also appeared on the worst contracts list!) Plus, are rookie scale deals in aggregate positive or negative? Full Daily Duncs with links Joel Embiid Joel Embiid Giannis Antetokounmpo Ja Morant Luka Doncic Nico Harrison Dal…

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