Best Jonathan Macri Podcasts (2026)

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NBA Cup Preview: Knicks vs. Wemby & the Spurs w/ Jonathan Macri | Ep. 723 36:14

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Jonathan Macri of Knicks Film School joins Combo’s Court for a wide-ranging conversation about the New York Knicks’ championship chances, the upcoming NBA Cup final, and the current state of the NBA.Jonathan breaks down why Jalen Brunson means so much to the Knicks and Grades Kat's season thus far. The conversation expands into bigger league questi…

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Trae Young to the WIZARDS?!? A Washington Perspective 24:10

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On the very first NBA Takedown mini-pod, Jon is joined by Matt Modderno of Bleav in Wizards and Bullets Forever to discuss the report yesterday that the Wizards are showing interest in Trae Young. What might the Wiz be thinking, why would they make this move at this stage of their rebuild, what could it mean for their top-eight protected pick, and …

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January NBA Tiers! Celtics & Spurs UP, Lakers & Warriors DOWN, Knicks still Tier 1 Contenders? 1:05:40

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It's the first Monday of the month, which can mean only one thing: NBA tiers! On this episode of NBA Takedown, Jonathan Macri, Jeff Johnson and Shawn Hardie group the 30 NBA teams into six tiers based on NFL contenders & pretenders. They start with teams who have already been virtually eliminated from the NBA playoffs, work their way up through a m…

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NBA TRADE BUZZ: Where Will Trae Young & AD Land!? + Will LeBron Finish His Career In LA!? | Ep. 728 27:08

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Mike Venezia (Makeshift Hoops) joins in on Combo’s Court for a timely discussion on the NBA’s approaching trade deadline. They discuss where Anthony Davis and Trae Young might land in a trade. Mike ranks who would be the best fit for the Pistons in a possible trade scenario. Combo and Mike also share thoughts on if LeBron will finish his career wit…

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10 Bold NBA Predictions for 2026 1:06:37

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Happy New Year! On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jonathan Macri and Jeff Johnson take one final look back at 2025 before tapping into their crystal ball for 2026. Among the NBA predictions they make for the year ahead: Where will Giannis get traded? Which East team will shock the world? What will the NBA do about tanking? What superstar will …

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GREATEST PRO WRESTLER EVER!? + BEST WRESTLING ERA!? + IS JOKIC THE NBA GOAT!? | Ep. 727 59:13

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Who is the greatest wrestler of all time — The Rock or Stone Cold Steve Austin?On this episode of Combo’s Court, Combo sits down with Sir Wilkins (The Jobber Tears Podcast) for apassionate, in-depth debate on wrestling’s ultimate GOAT. From the Attitude Era to modern WWE,this conversation breaks down what truly defines greatness in professional wre…

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GREATEST ROOKIE CLASS EVER!? + AJ DYBANTSA PLAYER COMPS + SPURS LEGIT TITLE CONTENDERS!? | Ep. 726 47:57

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Combo sits down with No Ceilings NBA Draft Analyst Corey Taluba. They discuss if the 2025 rookie class the greatest ever, top to bottom, with talent that translates instantly to winning? The conversation shifts into player projection mode with a focus on AJ Dybantsa’s NBA player comps — a versatile 6’8 wing with confident mid-range creation, a func…

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NBA Buy or Sell + First All-Star Voting Return Reactions! 1:10:38

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jonathan Macri and Shawn Hardie bring the holiday spirit in full force. After questioning the statute of limitations on Ben Simmons "breaking" news items, they buy or sell 5 major NBA storylines involving tanking reform, the Pistons' regression, the Clippers' rise, the LeBron vs JJ maybe-feud in LA, and the im…

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KNICKS THE NEW 90's BULLS!? feat. Josh Smith (Stephen A. Smith Show) | Ep. 725 22:13

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On this episode of Combo’s Court, Andrew “Combo” Salop sits down in studio with Josh Smith from the Stephen A. Smith Show for a no-script, high-IQ conversation centered on Knicks basketball, evolving trade philosophy, and the deeper anatomy of building a contender in today’s NBA, with key takeaways including Josh’s shift in perspective on blockbust…

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NBA Secret Santa! 51:25

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jonathan Macri, Jeff Johnson and Shawn Hardie get into the holiday spirit and give out some much needed Christmas gifts around the NBA. Presents are handed out to a key Knick reserve, the shooting-deprived Pistons, the lowly Wizards, the Northwest Division, the Timberwolves centers, Steve Kerr, Mavs fans, the …

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THE NBA HAS A SCRORING PROBLEM!? + KOBE or LEBRON!? Feat. Former NBA All-Star Dana Barros | Ep. 724 32:07

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Former NBA All-Star Dana Barros joins Combo’s Court to break down why scoring has become easier than ever in today’s NBA — and what’s been lost along the way.Barros dives into the evolution of NBA defense, the rise of switching schemes, and how AAU basketball and modern skill training have reshaped the game. He explains why international players ar…

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Top 5 NBA Trade Value Mysteries with Matthew Geist of SROS 34:03

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jonathan Macri is joined by Matthew Geist of Six Rings of Steel to talk everyone's favorite NBA topic: Trades! Jon and Matt each rank their Top 5 most uncertain trade value guys in the NBA. Among the topics discussed: Would any owner sign off on giving up a significant package for LaMelo Ball? Is Domantas Sabo…

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Knicks Win The NBA Cup, Is Jokić The NBA GOAT? & Content Creation Truths w/ Foamer Simpson | Ep. 724 43:57

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The Knicks win the NBA Cup — but how much does it actually matter?On this episode of Combo’s Court, Combo is joined by Mr. Foamer Simpson to break down what the NBA Cup means for fans, players, and modern basketball culture. Is it something worth celebrating, or is the reaction itself the real story?From there, the conversation shifts to the bigges…

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NBA Cup Bonanza: Drafting Knicks vs Spurs & Appreciating the Tourney 1:19:37

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jon, Jeff and Shawn show the NBA Cup some much deserved love before looking ahead to the NBA Cup Finale between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs. To break down the championship game, they draft the most important players from both teams over six rounds, selecting 18 players in total in order of import…

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NBA Cup & East All Stars with Fred Katz! 1:07:30

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jon is joined by Fred Katz of the Athletic to talk NBA Cup and East All-Stars. They start by trying to assemble a starting lineup composed of players from the Knicks and Magic that might give Oklahoma City a run for their money. They then turn to the All-Star game and pick 12 players to represent the NBA’s Eas…

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NBA CUP REACTIONS + KNICKS VS MAGIC CUP PREVIEW + GIANNIS TRADE BUZZ | KNICKS FAN TV/NBA REPORT 1:10:02

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CP THE FANCHISE and COMBO react to the Knicks defeating the Raptors in the NBA Cup. They also preview the Knicks vs. Magic NBA CUP Semifinal game and chime in on Giannis trade buzz! This episode is a recording from KNICKS FAN TV/NBA REPORT.USE CODE COMBO ON PRIZEPICKS!Sign up on PrizePicks using the promo code “Combo.”Make a deposit of $5 or more a…

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Too-Early Western Conference All-Stars + NBA Cup East Quarters Reaction 1:00:28

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jon and Shawn react to the NBA Cup's East Quarterfinal wins from New York and Orlando before engaging in some bonus Knicks talk. They then pick 12 Western Conference All-Stars based on the season so far, going through the locks first before hashing out tougher arguments surrounding Victor Wembanyama, Julius Ra…

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Buying or Selling NBA Early Season Storylines 1:05:39

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jon, Jeff and Shawn start off with their takes on the Knicks as East favorites, the Celtics as house money, and the Cavs and Magic as teams in trouble. They then play "Buy or Sell," where Jon gives 6 NBA storylines that Jeff and Shawn can take or leave, including: Is LeBron James still an All-Star level player…

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KNICKS CEILING!? + HOW THE NBA IS EVOLVING | Ep.722 50:03

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Justin Morelli CEO and Host of The Shot Clock joins Combo’s Court for a wide-ranging NBA conversation that begins with the New York Knicks and expands into how the league — and the way we evaluate greatness — is changing.We kick things off by breaking down the Knicks’ biggest on-court concerns, focusing on roster construction, defense, and whether …

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Top 5 Most Intriguing Rookies & Sophomores in the NBA with Nathan Grubel of No Ceilings 1:00:41

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jon is joined by Nathan Grubel of No Ceilings NBA to rank the Top 5 Most Intriguing Rookies & Sophomores in the NBA. Nathan offers some insight on Cooper Flagg's changing role in Dallas, how Kon Knueppel and his fellow rookies are giving Charlotte fans hope, why Alex Sarr needs to be paid attention to in Washi…

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WHERE WILL GIANNIS LAND!? | Ep. 721 29:55

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Wes Goldberg (NBA Real GM Radio) joins Combo’s Court to break down what’s really going on with the Bucks, how bad the vibes actually are, and whether Giannis finishes the season in Milwaukee.We dive into the Knicks and Heat as potential landing spots, what a realistic trade would even look like, and how Giannis fits next to Jalen Brunson or Bam Ade…

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If We Ran The Hawks (with Bonus Giannis Trade Talk!) 1:10:43

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jon, Jeff and Shawn start with some takes about Chris Paul, the Thunder and the Kobe/Duncan all-time ranking debate before moving on to play GM of the Atlanta Hawks. They go deep on the value of Trae Young, whether the Hawks should look to trade him, what he might be fetch in return, and whether any other dist…

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NBA QUARTER AWARDS! Jokic vs SGA For MVP, ROY Favorite and More | NBA REAL GM RADIO 33:11

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The unofficial first quarter of the season is officially in the books! Through the first seven weeks of the season, we’ve seen teams separate themselves as dominant, others separate themselves as sad, and plenty of epic games and performances. Consider the stage set for what promises to be an entertaining and unexpected NBA season. Wes Goldberg and…

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December NBA Tiers: Christmas Movie Edition 1:17:03

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jonathan Macri and Jeff Johnson sort all 30 NBA teams into 6 tiers based on Christmas movies of varying quality. Among the topics discussed: Are the Wizards a real threat to be the worst team of all time? Could the Kings actually be buyers at the deadline? Is something good happening in Memphis (and can Ja Mor…

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Lenny Cooke Gets REAL About LeBron, Melo, Bassy & His Career | Ep. 720 21:52

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In this episode of Combo’s Court, Lenny Cooke returns to breakdown the biggest misconceptions about his basketball journey, the truth behind the Carmelo Anthony and LeBron James games, why the car accident — not the LeBron matchup — was the real turning point, and how he rebuilt both his mindset and his love for the game.Lenny discusses early hype,…

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IS STEPH CURRY ACTUALLY THE NBA GOAT!? + JAY-Z or WAYNE IN A VERSUS? | EP. 719 35:51

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Content Creator and Steph Curry Super Fan Jay Roebuck joins in on this episode of Combo's Court. Combo and Jay discuss Steph Curry’s legacy, Magic Johnson comparisons, Larry Bird peak vs longevity, and whether Steph belongs in the GOAT tier — this episode delivers the debate. Combo and Jay Robuck break down the evolution of Steph’s career, how situ…

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NBA Takedown Thanksgiving Mailbag, Part II 53:44

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In Part II of the first ever NBA Takedown Mailbag, Jon answers the rest of your questions, including: Can anyone use Domantas Sabonis? Who are the true NBA sleeper teams? Is there a suitor for AD that makes sense? Top 5 non-star trade deadline candidates? Who will get traded first, Zion or Ja? and... Who are the Top 10 Point Guards ever? Thank you …

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KON KNUEPPLE'S EMERGENCE + KLAY vs. JA + KAT FOR AD TRADE CHATTER 23:09

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Combo joined BBallBreakdown to break down the emergence of rookie Kon Knueppel, Ja Morant vs Klay Thompson, whether KAT-for-AD makes sense, and more. Segments pulled from the live YouTube show with Coach Nick and Combo!USE CODE COMBO ON PRIZEPICKS!Sign up on PrizePicks using the promo code “Combo.”Make a deposit of $5 or more and receive $50 instan…

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NBA Takedown Thanksgiving Mailbag, Part I 56:50

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Happy Thanksgiving! As a thank you to all of the amazing people who have helped support the show through its first month of existence, we opened up the mailbag to answer any and all questions you had. In Part I of the mailbag, NBA Takedown intern Izzy Randazzo tosses Jon a 10-pack of questions, including: Who is the biggest NBA name that will be tr…

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1st Annual NBA Takedown Thanksgiving Draft 1:00:30

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jon, Jeff & Shawn go six rounds for the 1st Annual NBA Takedown Thanksgiving Draft in which they pick the players, teams and coaches they'd be most (and least) thankful to root for this NBA season. The 6 categories they drafted are: NBA star we'd be most thankful to root for, NBA coach we'd be most thankful to…

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MOST SKILLFUL PLAYER EVER!? Feat. NBA Skills Coach Drew Hanlen | Ep. 718 34:19

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Who’s REALLY the most skillful NBA player ever?NBA Skills Coach Drew Hanlen joins Combo to break it all down. Kyrie Irving. Michael Jordan. Stephen Curry. Kevin Durant. Who truly has the deepest bag and the most complete skill set?But before the skill debate, Combo and Drew dive into one of the most fascinating experiments of the NBA season — the P…

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Top 10 NBA Big Men Right Now 1:17:37

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On the latest episode of NBA TakeDown, Jon and Shawn are joined by Dexter Henry of the New York Post. The begin with the Takeoff, dropping their takes on the depressing Kings, player podcasts, and the unfathomable start to Nikola Jokic's season. Then they get into weeds on the top 10 big men in the NBA right now. Debates include how large the gap i…

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WILL THE OKC THUNDER BREAK 73 WINS!? | Ep. 717 28:56

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Combo is joined by Cone of the ThreeCone YouTube channel for a fresh look at what’s driving OKC’s start. They get into the idea of a 73-win chase, how the team keeps rolling without Jalen Williams, and why the Thunder’s defensive identity feels more sustainable than people realize.From there, Combo and Cone unpack AJ Mitchell’s emergence, how Chet …

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Knicks Concerns + WEMBY + Pitchfork's Top 100 Hip-Hop Album List w/ Battle Rap Legend CORTEZ | Ep. 716 38:38

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On this episode of Combo’s Court, battle rap legend Cortez stops by for a wild crossover of hoops, hip hop, and controversy. Combo kicks things off by confronting Cortez over his IG comments comments directed at Combo — sparking a Cade Cunningham vs. Jalen Brunson debate and a full breakdown of the East’s elite guards.The conversation jumps into We…

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LeBron James & the “It Ain’t About You No More” Mount Rushmore 1:02:56

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On this episode of NBA Takedown, Jon, Jeff & Shawn begin the show by getting off some takes about the sneaky fun Jazz, Austin Reaves' All-Star chances and Detroit Stans getting ahead of their skis. They then turn to the return of LeBron James to discuss what the rest of this season might look like for the NBA's all-time leading scorer and whether a…

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F'Real or Fugazi: Are the Atlanta Hawks Legit? Plus Trae Young Trade Ideas & Weekend NBA Hot Takes 43:03

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On this episode of NBA Takedown, Jon, Jeff and Shawn debut a new segment, "The Takeoff," where they each get off one NBA hot take based on this weekend's games. Then they dive deep into everyone's favorite NBA surprise story, the Atlanta Hawks, to figure out just how legitimate they are and whether there's a Trae Young young trade that makes sense …

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The 1v1 YouTube Space + Skill Development Landscape | Ep. 715 35:55

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In this episode of Combo’s Court, Combo is joined by Coach Midrange to break down the chaotic showdown between Nas and Isaiah Briscoe — a matchup the basketball world hasn’t stopped talking about. They get into why this 1v1 felt different from the opening possession, how the crowd and constant stoppages shaped the flow of the game, and why the 30-p…

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Top 5 NBA Panic Teams with Fred Katz of The Athletic 1:17:04

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jonathan Macri is joined by Fred Katz of the Athletic. They talk briefly about one of the NBA's pleasant surprises before revealing their respective Top 5 NBA teams that should be hitting the panic button. Can the Pelicans move past one of the worst NBA trades in recent memory? Where do the Clippers go from he…

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BIGGEST KNICKS CONCERNS? + SHOULD THE MAVS REBUILD!? | Ep. 714 29:11

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On this installment of Combo's Court Combo is joined by Joel, host of the Pick A Side Podcast, to break down the BIGGEST concerns facing the New York Knicks — from defense, rim protection, and injuries to whether a team led by Jalen Brunson + Karl-Anthony Towns can truly contend. Combo and Joel also react to the news out of Dallas as the Mavericks …

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SGA or CADE!? + MVP Candidates? + Early Season Rookie Of The Year Buzz | T'D UP 21:43

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This episode is a featured segment from T’d Up, hosted by Pierre Andresen.Pierre and Combo dive into Cade vs. SGA, the MVP conversation, and the early-season Rookie of the Year buzz — plus a conversation on who’s really doing more with less this year in the NBA.IG: @OnetwocomboTwitter/X: @itsOnetwocomboTikTok: @Onetwocombo💸 Support: $CombosCourt | …

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BREAKING: Nico Harrison OUT as Dallas Mavericks GM | Instant Reaction & Analysis 1:04:49

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jon, Jeff & Shawn react to the breaking news that Nico Harrison has been fired from the Dallas Mavericks. They discuss the state of the fan base in Dallas, whether Harrison has an argument for the worst general manager in NBA history, how things got so bad in Big D, why the Mavs need to scour the NBA for an An…

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The Brad Pitt Movie Tiers of the NBA 1:12:22

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jon, Jeff and Shawn debate and ultimately slot all 30 NBA teams into 5 tiers based on the films of Brad Pitt. Tier 1: The Joe Black Tier, reserved for NBA teams who not only resemble death, but are boring as well. Tier 2: The Wolfs Tier, reserved for NBA teams who are not nearly as good as they should be based…

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2021 NBA LOTTERY REDRAFT | Ep. 713 38:24

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On this episode of Combo’s Court, Andrew “Combo” Salop go back and forth in a redraft with Zak Noble (Ballislife / All Things NBA) that reimagines one of the most talked-about draft classes in recent memory.Four years later, Combo and Zak go deep on how player development, fit, and team context have flipped this class upside down. From Cade Cunning…

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5 WILD NBA stats & 5 Burning NBA Questions 48:13

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jonathan Macri and Jeff Johnson go 5 by 5. Jon dishes 5 eye-popping early season NBA stats while Jeff guesses the player or team each stat applies to. Then they turn to 5 burning questions related to each stat, including whether the Lakers are currently the NBA's most interesting team, who is the best player w…

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JA MORANT SITUATION + WHO'S ACTUALLY GENERATIONAL!? w/ Pierre of NOTB | Ep. 712 50:04

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On this episode of Combo’s Court, Combo sits down with Pierre Andresen, co-host of Numbers on the Board and on-air voice for NBC Sports, for an in-depth basketball conversation about one of the hottest topics in the game — the overuse of the word “generational.”Combo and Pierre break down why that label has lost its meaning, exploring how the media…

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The Top 10 Point Guards in the NBA RIGHT NOW 1:09:10

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jon & Shawn are joined by Dexter Henry of the NY Post to debate the current state of the point guard position in the NBA and decide whether Ja Morant belongs anywhere near the top 10. Among the topics they tackle: Who takes the cake between SGA and Luke? Has Jalen Brunson surpassed Steph in the NBA hierarchy? …

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The Inaugural 25-26 NBA Down Bad Rankings 1:05:10

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On the latest episode of NBA Takedown, Jon, Jeff and Shawn go through some of the more unfortunate situations in the NBA to compile the first "Down Bad" rankings of the 2025-26 season. They begin in New Orleans, where the Pelicans have an argument for the most down bad start to a season this decade. After that, they head to Memphis to discuss the J…

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Dana Barros on NBA Gambling Scandal, WEMBY'S Greatness, & Penny vs Grant Hill!? | Ep. 711 27:33

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On this episode of Combo’s Court, former NBA All-Star Dana Barros returns for a conversation that dives deep into the NBA betting scandal and much more!Combo and Dana break down the NBA’s growing gambling crisis, the blurred lines between competition and betting, and how this culture has existed in the league for decades. Dana shares first-hand loc…

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SHEA SERRANO (!!!) on "Expensive Basketball" and the Most Expensive NBA Teams in History 1:12:54

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New York Times bestselling author and NBA basketball maven Shea Serrano joins NBA Takedown to talk to Jon about his new book "Expensive Basketball." They go through Shea's process writing the book, where the idea originated from, how he pulled off such a perfect basketball text, and much more. Then Jeff and Jon take inspiration from Shae's Spurs to…

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Wild Knicks Trade Ideas + Knicks X-Factors + MJ on NBC | Ep. 710 27:14

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Combo and Alex of KnicksFanTV dive into the wildest Knicks trade ideas heating up timelines — from Brunson & KAT for Wemby to what a Giannis-to-New-York move could actually look like. They break down what’s smart, what’s insane, and what might secretly work for the Knicks’ future.Then the convo shifts from New York chaos to LA storylines, as Combo …