3d ago
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot on deck! With All-Star voting officially live, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their current All-Star teams — the games played minimum is (annoyingly, amusingly) in play for Nekias. From there, they salute the NBA Cup champion Knicks and dive further into the shifts they've made offensively. They discuss the uptick in tempo, the empowerment of non-Brunson/KAT initiators, their lineup versatility and more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . (5:38) — West All-Star thoughts (20:46) — East All-Star thoughts (39:44) — Knicks offense breakdown (59:14) — Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
6d ago
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot on deck! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the MVP and ROY races — the top two for each award will be heavily contested throughout the year. Then, the guys react to a thrilling game between the Rockets and Nuggets, and open a broader discussion about the top of the West. From there, they quickly salute the Knicks before diving into the Spurs' upset victory over the historically-good Thunder. They examine Victor Wembanyama's impact — and the ways the Thunder bothered him — as well as potential growth areas for the Thunder to hone in on. Then, it's a quick peek into Tuesday night's Final between the Spurs and Knicks. (1:59) — MVP discussion (30:51) — Rookie of the Year discussion (48:08) — HOU/DEN thoughts + Who's the 2nd best team in the West? (01:01:27) — NBA Cup discussion (NYK salute, OKC-SA, NYK-SA thoughts) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 12
Ahead of this weekend's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones recap how the Magic, Knicks, Thunder and Spurs earned victories in the quarterfinals. Then, the guys preview the semifinals — Knicks-Magic and Spurs-Thunder — asking and answering big picture questions about each matchup. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . (1:22) — Heat-Magic (13:08) — Knicks-Raptors (20:25) — Suns-Thunder (27:31) — Lakers-Spurs (35:55) — Knicks-Magic preview (51:52) — Spurs-Thunder preview 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 9
Ahead of this week's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones offer temperature checks in the West, ask key questions of the East, and bounce around with observations — and ice-in-cereal thoughts. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (1:29) — Suns-Thunder (16:24) — Lakers-Spurs (29:49) — Orlando Magic (45:02) — Toronto Raptors (50:51) — Dallas Mavericks (58:37) — Golden State Warriors (01:00:57) — Player Shoutouts (01:10:19) — Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 5
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones have an honest conversation about the Los Angeles Clippers and the Chris Paul fallout, and talk through how the Clippers can still salvage their season. From there, they check in on the Milwaukee Bucks in light of the recent Giannis Antetokounmpo injury, break down the excellent play of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, then close with a round of Free Throws. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (2:48) — Los Angeles Clippers (30:00) — Chris Paul (45:59) — Milwaukee Bucks (54:09) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is leveling up (01:06:35) — Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 2
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are back to bounce around the league! First, they discuss the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks racking up wins despite missing key talent. From there, they discuss the good-but-just-how-good Boston Celtics, the streaking Memphis Grizzlies (Edey time!), and the disappointing Los Angeles Clippers. Finally, they close the show with some well deserved player shoutouts; Steve also hits Nekias with a Free Throw he wasn't prepared for. Fun all around! If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (1:22) — San Antonio Spurs (13:29) — New York Knicks (33:58) — Boston Celtics (53:48) — Memphis Grizzlies (01:06:17) — Los Angeles Clippers (01:11:59) — Player Shoutouts (plus an evil Free Throw) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 28
For the first time this NBA season, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones go to the Dunker Spot mailbag! They answer questions about league-wide defensive trends, potential shifts to the Heat's offense, Michael Porter Jr. trade destinations and much more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (1:27) — Common themes for teams that have made leaps this year (8:41) — Will we see more zone and/or college-style press defenses? (18:05) — Who are we most excited to see explore and develop during the Unrivaled season? (24:20) — How do we judge (good) defense + potential Michael Porter Jr. trade destinations (35:43) — Building defensive chemistry + potential tweaks to Miami's offense moving forward (45:48) — How will young role players fill in for key rotation pieces across the league? (49:46) — What makes the Cade Cunningham/Jalen Duren partnership effective + a Jaden Ivey trade idea (56:52) — Who could use Trendon Watford? (59:09) — Is it time for NBA realignment? (01:02:22) — An All-Star game format suggestion (01:06:23) — Does LeBron, Luka, and Austin Reaves make up the best passing trio EVER? (01:12:52) — Gary Payton II conversation 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 25
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones salute the streaking Pistons, Heat, and Raptors, then talk about teams, players and other things they're grateful for this season. From Chris Paul, to absurd Thunder runs, to alternate courts, to broadcast gimmicks. Basketball is awesome and we're glad we have it. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (1:24) — Detroit Pistons (9:29) — Miami Heat (18:35) — Toronto Raptors (25:20) — Teams (and things) we're grateful for (41:41) — Players we're grateful for 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 21
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down the season debut of LeBron James, discussing the positives, growth areas, and things to keep track of as the sample grows. Then, they react to the recent reporting surrounding LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets. How did we get here, how solvable is it, and who are some potential fits for LaMelo if the plug is pulled? Finally, the guys check in on the Sacramento Kings. The vibes are bad and the record is worse; they discuss the current state and how they should move forward. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (1:20) — LeBron James' debut (22:51) — LaMelo Ball discussion (43:13) — Should the Sacramento Kings blow this up? 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 18
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones roam the baseline with praise for the Oklahoma City Thunder and surprisingly-feisty Atlanta Hawks. Then, they check in on the Minnesota Timberwolves, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Milwaukee Bucks as they deal with teams working to take away their strengths. Finally, the guys do their first All-Star check-in of the season. Who's in? Who's close? What will the US-based teams look like? If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (1:27) — Oklahoma City Thunder (20:42) — Atlanta Hawks (36:35) — Minnesota Timberwolves (51:01) — Cleveland Cavaliers (01:03:34) — Milwaukee Bucks (01:08:42) — All-Star check-in 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 14
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Stephen PridGeon-Garner (PHNX Sports) to discuss the surprisingly hot start of the Phoenix Suns. Then, the guys break down the recent play of Nikola Jokic, who's setting the world on fire with an unrivaled blend of scoring efficiency and playmaking. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (2:23) — Similarities between the Suns and the Phoenix Mercury (4:03) — Early expectations & results of new head coach Jordan Ott (12:19) — Devin Booker's growth and usage (28:46) — Complementary play of Grayson Allen, Dillon Brooks and Royce O'Neale (37:08) — Suns defense (53:43) — Rapid fire questions (Jalen Green, Ryan Dunn, Oso Ighodaro, Collin Gillespie, best lineup) (01:06:03) — Nikola Jokic breakdown 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 11
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones roam the baseline with some Western Conference love (Nuggets, Rockets) and some surging teams in the East (top-seeded Pistons, rising Raptors). Then, they react to the breaking news out of Dallas — bye-bye, Nico Harrison — before diving into an odd Memphis Grizzlies season. Finally, they close with some well-deserved player shoutouts. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (1:58) — Denver Nuggets (19:45) — Houston Rockets (34:50) — Detroit Pistons (44:02) — Toronto Raptors (47:27) — Mavericks to fire Nico Harrison (51:23) — Memphis Grizzlies (01:11:06) — Los Angeles Clippers (01:14:39) — Player Shoutouts 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 7
It's time to check on the rookies! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their early impression on 10 of the top rookies from this year's class, digging into what they like and some things they'll be keeping an eye on. The plan is to do a rookie-centric episode at the beginning of each month, with a rotating cast of names to discuss. After that, the guys give their early impressions of each of the eight Unrivaled rosters and discuss their early favorites. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (1:59) — VJ Edgecombe (Sixers) (13:58) — Cedric Coward (Grizzlies) (21:53) — Cooper Flagg (Mavs) (32:29) — Dylan Harper (Spurs) (40:09) — Kon Knueppel (Hornets) (47:00) — Jeremiah Fears (Pelicans) (52:34) — Collin Murray-Boyles (Raptors) (01:00:20) — Tre Johnson (Wizards) (01:07:13) — Ryan Kalkbrenner (Hornets) (01:11:52) — Derik Queen (Pelicans) (01:17:56) — Quick shoutouts (Sion James, Will Richard, Hugo Gonzalez, Jazz) (01:19:27) — Early thoughts on Unrivaled, Season 2 (01:27:28) — Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 4
We're bouncing around the league again! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones "Roam the Baseline" with a few Western Conference shoutouts — and a hat tip to a hot start out East. Then, it's time for an identity check for a few teams looking to find themselves. The show closes with player shoutouts, free throws, and an apology to Saints fans. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (1:15) — Lakers (12:25) — Thunder (19:27) — Blazers (25:32) — Bulls (34:39) — Mavericks (49:27) — Spurs (52:07) — Knicks (54:12) — Suns (56:46) — Making us sad (Pelicans, Grizzlies, Nets) (59:45) — Hawks (01:01:03) — Jazz (01:03:02) — Player shoutouts (01:16:43) — Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 31
We've got a Halloween-themed episode of the Dunker Spot today! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on a few Western conference teams, then have some fun as they bounce around the league. They discuss what's spooking them — good or bad — in the early portion of the season. Then, they close with a round of Trick or Treat, a game where they discuss some interesting early trends and decide if it's unsustainable (trick) or something they believe in (treat). If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (1:09) — Lakers/Blazers League Pass Strategy Stream announcement (2:00) — Lakers (8:59) — Wolves (21:32) — Rockets (23:55) — Clippers (29:49) — What's Spooking You? (Steph, SGA, KAT, Pelicans, Cavs, Celtics and more) (50:47) — Trick or Treat (Bucks, Bulls, Nuggets, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and more) (1:04:46) — Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 28
We're roughly a week into the 2025-26 regular season, and the guys have you covered with analysis! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give more of their early takeaways and questions from the season, including: the early dominance of Wemby and Giannis, the Heat pressing the turbo button, the Magic's shaky offense, the Raptors shaky defense, and much more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (:32) Introduction (1:25) Teams Impressing Us: San Antonio Spurs (14:31) Teams Impressing Us: Miami Heat (21:44) Teams Impressing Us: Milwaukee Bucks (28:52) Teams Impressing Us: Denver Nuggets (34:15) Teams Impressing Us: Philadelphia 76ers (41:07) Teams making us think: New York Knicks (45:51) Teams making us think: Orlando Magic (49:42) Teams making us think: Houston Rockets (51:36) Teams making us think: Detroit Pistons (55:13) Teams making us think: Toronto Raptors (1:00:06) Teams making us think: Utah Jazz (1:04:18) Player Shoutouts (1:17:34) Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 24
The NBA regular season is underway, and the guys have you covered with analysis! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down some of their early takeaways from the first few days of the season. You'll get thoughts on contenders like the Thunder and Warriors, superstars like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Victor Wembanyama, and much more. The show closes with WNBA news, as three head coaching jobs are slated to be filled soon. You'll get our quick thoughts on the Toronto Tempo, Portland Fire and Dallas Wings. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (:33) Introduction (1:28) Warriors vs. Nuggets recap (17:58) Thunder vs Pacers recap (34:01) Bounce around the NBA (45:09) More teams using full court pressure (47:06) Raptors vs. Hawks recap (51:23) Heat vs. Magic recap (55:32) Hornets vs. Nets recap (59:50) Lakers defense (1:03:26) DeAndre Jordan signs with Pelicans (1:04:02) WNBA coaching hires 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 21
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones kick off the episode with their final preview: the Pacific division. They discuss what they're excited about, key questions they have, potential breakout candidates, and the lineups that intrigue them the most. Then, they get into some way-too-early award talk: who are the names you should keep an eye on for MVP, DPOY, and Rookie of the Year? If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . (:25) Introduction (1:07) Los Angeles Lakers Preview (18:08) Los Angeles Clippers Preview (32:57) Golden State Warriors Preview (50:46) Sacramento Kings Preview (1:03:01) Phoenix Suns Preview (1:14:24) MVP Predictions (1:21:18) DPOY Predictions (1:27:55) Rookie of the Year Predictions (1:30:55) Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 17
We have a mega episode for you! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones kick off the episode with the latest news, covering the Kings’ latest news and ending with a salute to Malcolm Brogdon. Then, the guys continue their NBA season preview series with both the Atlantic and Central divisions. They discuss what they're excited about, key questions they have, potential breakout candidates, and the lineups that intrigue them the most. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . (:29) Introduction (1:10) Kings sign Russell Westbrook, re-sign Keegan Murray (5:14) Malcolm Brogdon retires (7:09) Boston Celtics preview (18:42) New York Knicks preview (34:18) Toronto Raptors preview (46:05) Brooklyn Nets preview (53:20) Philadelphia 76ers preview (100:35) Cleveland Cavaliers preview (110:09) Indiana Pacers preview (118:04) Milwaukee Bucks preview (127:12) Detroit Pistons preview (134:37) Chicago Bulls preview 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 14
Nekias Duncan & Steve Jones dive into the Tuesday podcast by taking a look at a Southwest Division stacked with talent, starting with the Houston Rockets, who feature a potentially strong combo of Kevin Durant and Amen Thompson causing havoc for opposing teams. Later in the show, Nekias & Steve share their thoughts on the Dallas Mavericks and San Antonio Spurs, with Ja Morant and Victor Wembanyama returning and looking to make an impact for their squads after last season was largely a lost one for both. They then discuss how the addition of Cooper Flagg to the Mavericks could potentially be a game-changer for the division and help elevate the Mavs to a higher level. The guys wrap the episode by talking about the possible impact of having a fully healthy Zion Williamson for the New Orleans Pelicans, as well as naming their X-factors for the team this season. Finally, Nekias & Steve examine the Las Vegas Aces’ sweep of the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA Finals, securing their third title in four years. 1:41 – Houston Rockets preview 24:46 – Memphis Grizzlies preview 40:28 – Dallas Mavericks preview 57:20 – San Antonio Spurs preview 1:14:54 – New Orleans Pelicans preview 1:25:03 – Aces win WNBA title 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 10
Nekias Duncan & Steve Jones kick off this Friday podcast reacting to the Las Vegas Aces' 90-88 last second win over the Phoenix Mercury to go up 3-0 in a WNBA Finals series that may end tonight in Arizona. The guys break down A'ja Wilson's impressive 34 point performance and what the Mercury can do to avoid a sweep on Friday night. They also break down the recently announced WNBA All-Defensive Teams which A’ja Wilson, Alanna Smith, Alyssa Thomas, Napheesa Collier & Gabby Williams nominated to the first team. Later in the show, Nekias & Steve break down the NBA's Southeast division heading into the 2025-2026 season. Will the Orlando Magic take advantage of a wounded Eastern Conference and elevate deeper into the playoffs with Desmond Bane joining Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and company? Are the Miami Heat able to get out of the muddled middle or will they be a trade deadline seller? Finally, the guys break down some injury news affecting both conferences. First and foremost, LeBron James will miss at least the first 2-3 weeks of the season with a right sciatica. For the first time ever, LeBron will miss a season opener, which will just feel strange all around. How will Lakers fans and the league as a whole react? Also, the hits just keep on coming for the Indiana Pacers as T.J. McConnell will also miss at least 4 weeks to start the season with a right hamstring injury. With Tyrese Haliburton already out with an Achilles injury suffered in last June's Finals Game 7, can the Pacers backcourt catch a break? (0:00) - Aces take Finals Game 3, what will happen in Game 4? (23:45) - Orlando Magic season preview (39:05) - Atlanta Hawks season preview (50:40) - Miami Heat season preview (1:03:00) - Charlotte Hornets season preview (1:11:10) - Washington Wizards season preview (1:18:50) - LeBron James to miss opening 2-3 weeks of season (1:23:10) - Indiana Pacers injuries keep stacking up If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 7
On this episode of The Dunker Spot, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones examine how the Las Vegas Aces have taken a 2-0 lead over the Phoenix Mercury, and discuss potential adjustments ahead of Game 3 and beyond. On the NBA side, the guys begin their NBA season preview series with the Northwest division. They discuss what they're excited about, key questions, potential breakout candidates, and the lineups that intrigue them the most. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (:47) Introduction (1:04) WNBA Finals Game 2 recap (11:06) Did the Aces find something with A’ja Wilson’s pick and roll? (19:06) Mercury in a must-win situation (22:39) Thunder season preview (38:18) Nuggets season preview (50:30) Timberwolves season preview (101:09) Trail Blazers season preview (1:10:29) Jazz season preview 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 3
On this episode of The Dunker Spot, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview this year's WNBA Finals between the Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury, discussing key matchups, schemes, lineups, X-Factors and more. On the NBA side, the guys give their opening preseason takeaways for the New York Knicks under Mike Brown, 76ers and Pelicans — with some Melbourne United love sprinkled in. Then, they discuss the supposed end of the Jonathan Kuminga saga, the Warriors filling out their roster, and the recent deals of Nikola Jovic with the Heat and Quentin Grimes with the Sixers. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (:32) Introduction (1:04) WNBA Finals Preview (14:34) Most interesting matchups between Aces and Mercury (27:35) WNBA Finals X-Factors (44:05) NBA Preseason: Knicks vs. Sixers (57:23) NBA Preseason: Pelicans vs. Melbourne United (106:46) Restricted Free Agency signings 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 30
On this episode of The Dunker Spot, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss the upcoming Game 5 between the Aces and Fever, put a bow on an awesome Mercury-Lynx series, then react to the All-Rookie team. On the NBA side, the guys break down the quotes and updates that intrigue them the most from this year's Media Days. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot (:43) Introduction (2:22) WNBA Playoffs: Aces vs. Fever Game 5 (15:10) Mercury defeat Lynx to advance to WNBA Finals (27:10) Lynx season shouldn’t be forgotten (30:51) WNBA All-Rookie Team (40:27) NBA Media Day headlines (43:03) Excitement for the Atlanta Hawks (46:54) Will the Thompson twins take another leap? (102:31) Anthony Edward’s offseason improvements (106:06) Victor Wembanyama primed for a big season 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 14
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Stephen Pridgeon-Garner (PHNX Sports) for an incredibly deep dive into the Phoenix Mercury. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:10 -- Brief introduction 5:00 -- Preseason expectations vs. reality 11:15 -- How head coach Nate Tibbetts has evolved 14:15 -- Mercury offense 33:15 -- Mercury defense 1:07:45 -- Alyssa Thomas + MVP/DPOY award races 1:33:15 -- Satou Sabally 1:47:45 -- Rookie thoughts (Monique Akoa-Makani, Kathryn Westbeld) 1:54:30 -- DeWanna Bonner's fit 1:57:50 -- Rotation questions 2:09:15 -- Emptying the notes + Storm aside 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 7
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest trades around the WNBA, bounce around the league with observations, then catch. up on the latest NBA news. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- Storm/Mystics trade (Brittney Sykes) 15:00 -- Sun/Mystics trade (Aaliyah Edwards/Jacy Sheldon) 23:40 -- Lynx/Wings trade (DiJonai Carrington/Diamond Miller) 44:40 -- Other news (7-day contracts, Connecticut Sun sale*, Napheesa Collier) 47:45 -- A quick standings check 49:30 -- Aces rolling since the lineup change 1:03:30 -- Fever finding answers on both ends while Caitlin Clark is out 1:12:35 -- Rickea Jackson's growing comfort + general Sparks thoughts 1:27:35 -- NBA extension news (De'Aaron Fox, Luka Doncic) 1:32:30 -- NBA transactions (Boston Celtics, Ricky Council IV) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 28
For the first time in way-too-long, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. go to the Dunker Spot mailbag and answer a variety of NBA, WNBA, and general basketball questions. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- Quick news updates (All-Summer League teams, Josh Okogie, Lindy Waters) 3:00 -- Mailbag, starting with what we learned from the 2024-25 season (and 2nd apron talk) 16:30 -- What will be the next offensive/defensive trends we see? 25:00 -- How often, if at all, can team personnel tell when a player is slated to have an off night? 29:00 -- Who's slated to step up on the new-look Celtics? 34:45 -- Building an eight-man, defense-only rotation of players drafted after 2001 40:20 -- How (international) basketball concepts spread + remembering role player quirks 45:40 -- A Chris Paul/Chauncey Billups question + Phee, SGA & their top-player status 51:00 -- What to make of Breanna Stewart's multi-year three-point shooting dip 57:30 -- A tradition: ranking the Knicks & Liberty's combined wing room 1:00:30 -- As a coach, which WNBA teams are the best to learn spacing and ball movement from? 1:05:10 -- Defining floor raisers vs ceiling raisers 1:10:40 -- Can the Sparks make a playoff push? 1:14:40 -- What counts as a successful season for the Dallas Wings? 1:16:10 -- How Nekias' WNBA fandom grew 1:22:30 -- Why do some players randomly become poor free throw shooters? 1:26:30 -- What's your favorite basketball shoe of all-time? 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 22
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest NBA transactions and break down what they liked from Vegas Summer League. Next, the guys catch up on the latest WNBA news, discuss All-Star weekend (featuring a Nekias Skills Challenge rant), and do a midseason awards check-in. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- Blazers bring back Damian Lillard 10:40 -- Clippers sign Bradley Beal and Chris Paul 24:00 -- Lakers sign Marcus Smart (and waive Shake Milton/Jordan Goodwin) 40:15 -- Other news (Jalen Williams, Devin Booker, Herb Jones, Paul George and more) 50:00 -- Cooper Flagg thoughts 56:30 -- Dylan Harper thoughts 1:02:20 -- Other Summer League observations (Yang Hansen, Carter Bryant, Hornets and more) 1:42:30 -- Liberty add Emma Meesseman and Stephanie Talbot (and other signings) 1:50:30 -- All-Star Weekend 2:08:40 -- MVP 2:16:10 -- DPOY 2:18:15 -- 6th Player of the Year 2:19:20 -- Most Improved Player 2:21:50 -- Coach of the Year 2:24:30 -- Rookie Awards 2:27:00 -- All-WNBA 2:30:40 -- All-Defense 2:35:25 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 9
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest NBA transactions and give some early Summer League thoughts. Next, the guys discuss the All-Star reserves (Nekias rants), the All-Star team draft (Nekias rants again), and bounce around the league with observations. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Lakers add Deandre Ayton 10:50 -- Other signings (Spencer Dinwiddie, Drew Eubanks, Jabari Walker, Isaiah Livers) 16:40 -- Extensions/Re-Signings (Chet Holmgren, ORL, Ryan Rollins and more) 20:40 -- Clippers/Heat/Jazz trade (John Collins, Norm Powell) 39:00 -- Wizards acquire Cam Whitmore, trade away Kelly Olynyk in separate deals 46:35 -- Pacers trade for Jay Huff 50:55 -- Coaching staff news (Knicks, Mavs) 58:15 -- Summer League thoughts 1:23:00 -- WNBA All-Star reserve/draft discussion 1:51:31 -- Dallas Wings surging 1:56:50 -- What's up with the Dream in the 4th? 2:04:30 -- Examining the 6th Player of the Year award race 2:12:35 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 2
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the opening stretch of free agency, and circle back on some draft week trades. Then, the guys discuss potential DeWanna Bonner landing spots, recap the Fever's Commissioner's Cup championship win over the Minnesota Lynx, break down the NaLyssa Smith-to-Vegas trade, and catch up on the latest All-Star news. Time stamps are your friends! If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot As mentioned in the episode, Nekias and Steve gave instant reactions to Day 1 free agency moves -- featuring former NBA veteran Quentin Richardson and NBA insider Jake Fischer -- during Bleacher Report's free agency live stream, starting here: https://www.youtube.com/live/hyLdEd4t-lU?si=3hxuTUke-CtRWa2k&t=17962 TIME STAMPS 2:30 -- Denver Nuggets 16:10 -- Milwaukee Bucks + Damian Lillard 33:30 -- Atlanta Hawks 45:35 -- Houston Rockets 57:15 -- Los Angeles Clippers 1:04:30 -- New York Knicks 1:11:35 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 1:19:15 -- Detroit Pistons 1:27:35 -- Sacramento Kings 1:33:40 -- Dallas Mavericks 1:38:05 -- Memphis Grizzlies (pre-Jaren timeline update) 1:42:35 -- Charlotte Hornets 1:47:40 -- Brooklyn Nets 1:51:00 -- Pelicans trade (CJ McCollum/Jordan Poole swap, move-up for Derik Queen) 1:57:00 -- Hornets/Suns trade (Mark Williams to PHX) 2:01:35 -- Other moves (Lakers, Thunder, Raptors and more) 2:06:00 -- DeWanna Bonner waived + potential landing spots 2:09:00 -- Fever win Commissioner's Cup 2:18:50 -- Aces trade for NaLyssa Smith 2:27:10 -- All-Star chatter (starters revealed, predicting All-Star reserves) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 24
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. put a bow on the 2024-25 NBA season and react to the Kevin Durant (PHX/HOU) and Jrue Holiday (BOS/POR) trades. Then, the guys discuss the Jonquel Jones injury and its impact on the Liberty, react to the first All-Star voting returns, and bounce around the league with observations. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:29 -- Pacers-Thunder/general season thoughts 35:00 -- Rockets trade for Kevin Durant 53:00 -- Jrue Holiday/Anfernee Simons trade 1:04:25 -- Other NBA news (Ime Udoka, Daniel Gafford, player/team option decisions) 1:08:25 -- Jonquel Jones injury + standings cluster 1:22:30 -- First All-Star returns 1:31:05 -- Early All-Rookie team thoughts 1:40:15 -- Salute to the bigs (Nneka Ogwumike, Shakira Austin, A'ja Wilson) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 17
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Seth Partnow -- former Director of Basketball Research for the Milwaukee Bucks, and author of "The Midrange Theory" -- to discuss the Thunder's Game 5 win and 3-2 series lead over the Pacers, the Desmond Bane trade, and give some background on Sports Business Classroom. Then, Steve and Nekias give their early thoughts on this year's WNBA All-Star starters -- and who else should be in the mix. Learn more about Sports Business Classroom: https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com/ If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:00 -- Pacers-Thunder 56:50 -- Magic trade for Desmond Bane 1:17:20 -- Sports Business Classroom discussion 1:31:04 -- WNBA news (Player of the Week, transaction news) 1:31:43 -- Early All-Star thoughts 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 12
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down and discuss the Finals through three games -- how the Pacers established their 2-1 lead and the important battlegrounds yet to be fully won by either side -- then catch up on the news and rumor mill. Next, they check in on Commissioner's Cup play in the WNBA, bounce around with observations, and close with a discussion about the struggling Las Vegas Aces. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:36 -- Pacers-Thunder 1:04:56 -- NBA News (Knicks & Cavs coaching searches, Kevin Durant update, injury news) 1:18:10 -- WNBA news (Allie Quigley, signings/waivings ahead of Eurobasket, injury news) 1:21:07 -- Commissioner's Cup update (Valkyries, Storm, Mercury) 1:29:12 -- Aliyah Boston praise 1:33:47 -- New York Liberty 1:40:29 -- What's wrong with the Las Vegas Aces? 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 3
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down and discuss this year's Finals matchup between the Thunder and Pacers, then bounce around the WNBA with observations from the weekend. WNBA Power Rankings referenced on the show: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25201381-wnba-power-rankings-aja-wilsons-aces-angel-reeses-sky-rise If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- Pacers-Thunder 1:05:10 -- NBA News (Jazz, Suns, Kevin Durant update, Orlando Magic) 1:12:50 -- WNBA news (Player of the Week, Fever & Mercury signings/waivings) 1:18:20 -- Liberty & Lynx continue to dominate 1:23:30 -- Atlanta Dream 1:26:15 -- Phoenix Mercury 1:27:25 -- Las Vegas Aces 1:31:50 -- Seattle Storm 1:35:10 -- Washington Mystics 1:38:45 -- Indiana Fever 1:41:25 -- Chicago Sky 1:44:00 — Golden State Valkyries 1:46:15 -- Quick thoughts on the Sparks, Wings, and Sun 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 29
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the Finals-bound Thunder and the Timberwolves for their run, discuss the Eastern Conference Finals, then bounce around the WNBA with observations from the week. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:40 -- Wolves-Thunder 34:15 -- Pacers-Knicks 56:25 -- NBA award thoughts (All-NBA) 1:00:25 -- WNBA news (Player of the Week, Cleveland expansion team, Candace Parker) 1:03:55 -- Lynx & Liberty off to hot starts 1:13:40 -- Phoenix Mercury intrigue 1:23:00 -- Seattle Storm 1:30:10 -- Atlanta Dream 1:35:40 -- Indiana Fever 1:40:40 -- Las Vegas Aces 1:49:00 — Golden State Valkyries 1:53:10 -- Washington Mystics 1:57:10 -- Los Angeles Sparks 1:59:25 -- Quick thoughts on the Wings, Sun, and Sky 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 22
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss Game 1 of the Eastern (NYK-IND) and Western (MIN-OKC) Conference Finals, then give their early takeaways from the 2025 WNBA season. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:50 -- Pacers-Knicks 46:24 -- Wolves-Thunder 1:18:11 -- NBA award thoughts (MVP, All-Rookie) 1:26:49 -- WNBA section, starting with news (Liberty, Rickea Jackson) 1:29:39 -- Aces/Liberty thoughts 1:43:05 -- Minnesota Lynx 1:46:23 -- Phoenix Mercury 1:50:14 -- Atlanta Dream 1:52:50 -- Washington Mystics 1:57:03 -- Los Angeles Sparks 1:59:21 -- Nekias bounces around (Sky/Fever notes, Paige Bueckers, Sun, Storm and more) 2:08:21 — NBA All-Defense reaction 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 16
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the 2025 WNBA season: what they’re excited about, what they have questions about, and potential lineups they want to see from each team. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:45 -- WNBA news 2:20 -- New York Liberty 9:35 -- Minnesota Lynx 19:30 -- Connecticut Sun 26:10 — Las Vegas Aces 34:45 — Seattle Storm 43:15 — Indiana Fever 51:50 — Phoenix Mercury 59:00 — Atlanta Dream 01:05:53 — Washington Mystics 1:13:20 — Chicago Sky 1:20:25 — Dallas Wings 1:25:40 — Los Angeles Sparks 1:32:15 — Golden State Valkyries 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 15
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss what they’ve seen in the DEN-OKC and NYK-BOS series, then look ahead to potential matchups in the Conference Finals. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:08 -- Knicks-Celtics 16:08 -- Nuggets-Thunder 30:15 -- Early Wolves-Thunder thoughts 40:56 -- Early Nuggets-Wolves thoughts 53:50 — Early Pacers-Knicks thoughts 1:07:00 — Early Pacers-Celtics thoughts 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 9
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the first two games of the NBA semifinals, catch up on the latest news, then give their early WNBA preseason thoughts. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- Pacers-Cavs 22:09 -- Nuggets-Thunder 47:53 -- Knicks-Celtics 1:26:12 -- Warriors-Wolves 1:44:13 -- (W)NBA news (NBA awards, Fred VanVleet, Jordin Canada) 1:49:00 -- WNBA preseason takeaways (ATL, CHI, IND, LVA, PHX and more) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 2
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the Eastern Conference semifinals (IND-CLE, NYK-BOS), and react to the recent action in the West (GSW-HOU, LAC-DEN). Then, they look ahead to potential close-out games, give early Western Conference semifinals thoughts and catch up on the latest news. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:36 -- Pacers-Cavs 40:52 -- Knicks-Celtics 1:12:50 -- Warriors-Rockets 1:27:41 -- Clippers-Nuggets 1:39:49 -- If we get Nuggets-Thunder 1:52:23 -- If we get Clippers-Thunder 1:57:36 -- If we get Wolves-Rockets 2:04:19 -- If we get Warriors-Wolves 2:14:44 -- (W)NBA News (Gregg Popovich, NBA awards, WNBA injuries) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 25
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down what they've seen in the opening games of the first round, and discuss potential adjustments we may see moving forward. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:16 -- Pistons-Knicks 26:31 -- Grizzlies-Thunder 43:54 -- Clippers-Nuggets 1:02:00 -- Magic-Celtics 1:14:02 -- Bucks-Pacers 1:29:07 -- Wolves-Lakers 1:47:06 -- Heat-Cavs 2:02:24 -- Warriors-Rockets 2:15:24 -- (W)NBA News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 17
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the upcoming play-in games, then talk through every (potential) series ahead of what should be an electric NBA postseason. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:37 -- Heat-Hawks 13:11 -- Mavs-Grizzlies 30:51 -- Cavs vs Heat/Hawks 37:07 -- Thunder vs Mavs/Grizzlies 42:22 -- Magic-Celtics 57:51 -- Warriors-Rockets 1:23:23 -- Pistons-Knicks 1:47:10 -- Wolves-Lakers 2:11:59 -- Bucks-Pacers (pre-Damian Lillard update) 2:27:51 -- Clippers-Nuggets 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 8
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the UConn Huskies, bounce around the NBA with observations, play a new game, then do one final awards check-in as the regular season comes to a close. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:51 -- UConn (and South Carolina) shoutout 5:30 -- Nekias is conflicted (MIL, LAC) 22:40 -- Whose fanbase is happy? 44:45 -- Award check-in, starting with MVP 56:29 -- All-NBA teams 1:04:37 -- Defensive awards (DPOY, All-Defense) 1:13:16 -- Rookie awards (ROY, All-Rookie) 1:33:03-- Sixth Man of the Year 1:37:01 -- Most Improved Player 1:40:41 -- Coach of the Year 1:43:28 -- Clutch Player of the Year 1:44:47 -- (W)NBA news (Elena Delle Donne, '25 HOF class, Blazers, Sixers) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 1
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the NBA with observations, catch up on the latest news, then answer a pair of questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:52 -- Grizzlies fire Taylor Jenkins 25:14 -- A quick Raptors/Wizards salute 32:13 -- OG Anunoby's recent run 34:11 -- Is the MIP in LA? 36:33 -- The Heat can't miss 41:46 -- Knicks figuring things out 43:10 -- (W)NBA News (Jordan Goodwin, LaMelo Ball, Gary Payton II, Breanna Stewart) 45:48 -- Mailbag, starting with a fandom question 58:11 -- Why are there so many "unders" in college? 1:03:32 -- Comparing past rookie seasons to this year's ROY race 1:10:43 -- A name-branching update 1:13:51 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 26
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the NBA with observations, catch up on the latest news, then answer a pair of questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:05 -- Here come the Magic 21:11 -- Trust/temperature check for six defenses (NYK, DET, IND, LAL, MEM, DEN) 1:04:55 -- Potential swings in the DPOY/ROY races 1:15:52 -- Fun at the bottom (TOR, UTA, WAS) 1:21:05 -- NBA news (Damian Lillard, Brandon Clarke, Celtics sale) 1:23:10 -- WNBA news (Marine Johannes, Chicago Sky) 1:27:32 -- Mailbag, starting with a Grit n Grind Grizzlies comp 1:33:07 -- Best name-branch players 1:37:21 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 19
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the NBA with observations and catch up on the latest news. Then, the guys put a bow on the inaugural season of Unrivaled before answering questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:20 -- Nekias' observations (GSW, HOU, MIP race) 29:03 -- Steve's observations (CLE, fun of March hoops) 40:43 -- NBA news (Paul George, De'Aaron Fox, Trey Murphy III) 42:48 -- Liberty trade for Natasha Cloud 51:28 -- Unrivaled Wrap-up 01:14:44 -- Mailbag, starting with a question on player value 01:20:12 -- The impact and future of WNBA games in non-WNBA cities 01:23:36 -- Great defenders on not-great defenses 01:37:09 -- Love for the Pistons & a (defensive) 6th Man question 01:42:31 -- How to build around Zion Williamson 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 11
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the NBA with observations and discuss their most important (or confusing) players to watch for the rest of the season. Then, Nekias reveals his Unrivaled end of season awards media ballot. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:41 -- SGA v Jokic 16:35 -- Julius Randle's playmaking 25:10 -- East Play-in picture 55:04 -- Most Important/Confusing Players (Ja Morant, James Harden, Jonathan Kuminga and more) 1:27:57 -- NBA news (Injury updates, standard/two-way/10-day signings) 1:30:51 -- Unrivaled news + ballot reveals 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 4
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the NBA with observations and catch up on the latest news. Then, they're joined by the great Seerat Sohi (The Ringer/The Ringer WNBA show) for a WNBA -- and JuJu Watkins -- conversation. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:12 -- Nekias acknowledges Steve 11:23 -- What's caught Nekias' eye (Lakers, Quentin Grimes, Wolves, Killian Hayes) 37:49 -- Steve bounces around (joy of the playoff push, MEM/HOU/DET and more) 48:28 -- NBA news (Joel Embiid, Jalen Suggs, new standard deals) 52:53 -- Seerat Sohi joins, starting with JuJu Watkins 1:05:53 -- Sky/Mystics trade featuring Ariel Atkins/#3 pick 1:36:02 -- Way Too Early WNBA award discussion 2:02:58 -- WNBA tiers 2:18:50 -- Unrivaled news 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 25
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, then take stock of the best teams in the NBA. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:44 -- NBA news (Joel Embiid, Spurs) 8:02 -- Taking stock of the playoff picture 20:31 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 36:20 -- Boston Celtics 46:31 -- New York Knicks 57:39 -- Milwaukee Bucks 1:11:04 -- Indiana Pacers 1:20:53 -- Oklahoma City Thunder 1:34:17 -- Memphis Grizzlies 1:44:53 -- Denver Nuggets 1:54:00 -- Los Angeles Lakers 2:04:40 -- Houston Rockets 2:06:19 -- Darkhorses 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 20
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their All-Star thoughts, take stock of the award races as we enter the post-All-Star stretch, then catch up on the latest WNBA/Unrivaled news. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:19 -- Thoughts on All-Star Weekend 26:10 -- NBA news (Bobby Portis, Javonte Green, Lonnie Walker, 10-day contracts) 33:23 -- MVP discussion 55:31 -- All-NBA 1:10:28 -- DPOY + All-Defense 1:22:28 -- Rookie Awards 1:28:27 -- 6th Man of the Year 1:34:03 -- Most Improved Player 1:37:00 -- Coach of the Year 1:39:06 -- Clutch Player of the Year 1:41:34 -- WNBA news (Storm/Sparks trade, Bri Turner, Kiki Herbert Harrigan) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 14
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest (W)NBA news, preview All-Star weekend and Unrivaled 1v1 action, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 2:51 -- NBA news (Brandon Ingram, Alex Len, Markelle Fultz and more) 6:57 -- NBA All-Star weekend 14:45 -- WNBA news (Storm, Sparks) 20:45 -- Unrivaled discussion 38:51 -- Mailbag, starting with a spacing discussion 49:18 -- Is it more important for bigs to develop their three-point shot or ball-handling? 53:49 -- How good is Toumani Camara? 1:05:34 -- A potential "fix" for late-season tanking 1:11:52 -- Will the NBA encourage more Luka-level mega trades? 1:18:42 -- How do the Lakers stack up against the top of the West? 1:23:16 -- Is there hope for the Connecticut Sun? 1:31:50 -- Our hypothetical All-Unrivaled teams 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 11
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their early impressions on some recently traded players in their new spots, catch up on the latest NBA news, then talk about the Aces' interesting offseason. To check out the NBA Trade Deadline live stream referenced on the pod, you can do so here: https://www.youtube.com/live/E-dN_9HMR0w?si=ycbM-sa5F_CXPrTM&t=12208 To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 2:59 -- Luka Doncic debut 17:52 -- Anthony Davis + Max Christie 33:06 -- Jimmy Butler 46:30 -- Andrew Wiggins, Davion Mitchell, Kyle Anderson 55:03 -- Kyle Kuzma 1:06:24 -- De'Andre Hunter 1:17:34 -- Other debut thoughts (De'Aaron Fox, Jonas Valanciunas and more) 1:25:56 -- NBA News (Lakers/Hornets trade, Ben Simmons, center movement, All-Star updates) 1:40:12 -- WNBA news (Storm, Fever, Valkyries) 1:49:57 -- What's up with the Aces? 2:00:57 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 4
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. "quickly" bounce around the league with observations, then discuss all of the recent NBA & WNBA player movement. Mega trades and signings galore! To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 0:31 -- Pre-trade talk shoutouts (Aaron Wiggins, Raptors defense, Magic thoughts and more) 16:40 -- Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade 59:00 -- De'Aaron Fox/Zach LaVine trade 1:16:23 -- Other deals (Thunder-Hornets, Jazz-Clippers) 1:23:53 -- Alyssa Thomas/Satou Sabally mega trade 1:51:51 -- Sky-Sun trade 1:55:27 -- Other free agency moves (DeWanna Bonner, Tina Charles, Myisha Hines-Allen and more) 2:04:17 -- Nekias reveals 1v1 media ballot 2:16:36 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 31
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the De'Aaron Fox trade request, react to the latest All-Star news, then dig into the latest WNBA and Unrivaled news. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 1:00 -- De'Aaron Fox wants out 18:00 -- All-Star reserve thoughts 38:50 -- Rising Stars roster reveal 47:30 -- Alyssa Thomas traded to the Mercury 58:40 -- Atlanta Dream making moves (Brittney Griner, Bri Jones, Shatori Walker-Kimbrough) 1:13:30 -- Natasha Howard to the Fever (and Kelsey Mitchell's back) 1:19:55 -- Courtney Vandersloot to the Sky 1:26:30 -- Monique Billings to the Valkyries 1:28:15 -- Unrivaled 1v1 competition 1:34:30 -- Unrivaled recap/preview 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 28
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with observations, give their All-Star reserve predictions, then break down the Kelsey Plum/Jewell Loyd blockbuster trade. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 0:45 -- Memphis Grizzlies 15:45 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 23:15 -- Checking the Worry Meter 36:00 -- Quick Hornets shoutout 38:45 -- All-Star reserve predictions 52:30 -- Kelsey Plum/Jewell Loyd blockbuster trade 1:14:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 24
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest news and rumors around the (W)NBA, recap and preview Unrivaled action, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 1:44 -- All-Star news (Starters announced, ballot thoughts, All-Star weekend) 14:59 -- Other NBA news (Suns/Jazz trade, injury news) 21:28 -- WNBA free agency (Brittney Griner, Courtney Vandersloot, Jewell/Plum, Shatori Walker-Kimbrough) 42:36 -- Unrivaled deep dive (how to evaluate, takeaways, Nekias' weekly power rankings) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 21
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with observations, react to the latest All-Star returns, break down the Suns/Hornets trade, then give their opening weekend thoughts on Unrivaled. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 0:45 -- Here come the Clippers 11:00 -- How good are the Hawks? 18:15 -- Quick Bucks shoutout 22:00 -- Heat sizing up? 29:00 -- Hoping for a Nic Claxton bounceback 31:30 -- Steve's Player Shoutouts (Jamal Murray, Jalen Green, Scoot Henderson) 35:00 -- Is This Real? 44:45 -- Nick Richards to the Suns 53:15 -- Final All-Star returns 56:00 -- WNBA news (Core news, Chennedy Carter) 59:15 -- Early Unrivaled takeaways 1:07:00 -- Comment(s) of the Week + Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 17
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by the great Caitlin Cooper (Basketball, She Wrote) to discuss the red-hot Indiana Pacers. We discuss the offense (and Tyrese Haliburton) returning to form, a suddenly-elite defense spearheaded by Andrew Nembhard, important growth from the young pieces and more. To subscribe to Caitlin's patreon, you can do so here: https://www.patreon.com/basketballshewrote To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 14
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with observations, react to the latest All-Star returns, then give their early thoughts on this year's defensive award races. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 3:15 -- Here come the Pacers 14:45 -- Heat's youth showing up 19:00 -- Anthony Edwards' shifting context 25:30 -- Quick Collin Sexton shoutout 29:30 -- Steve bounces around (NY, DET, DEN, SAC and more) 35:00 -- Second All-Star returns 43:30 -- WNBA news (Satou Sabally, Kelsey Plum cored) 47:15 -- Defensive Player of the Year 1:00:20 -- All-Defensive teams 1:09:30 -- Comment(s) of the Week + Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 10
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. reflect on an awesome Cavs-Thunder game, discuss potential landing spots for star free agent Satou Sabally, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 0:45 -- Cavs-Thunder 23:15 -- Satou Sabally landing spots 35:00 -- Mailbag, starting with floater talk 49:45 -- What's going on with Bam Adebayo's offense? 1:01:15 -- How important is stadium atmosphere? 1:05:30 -- Shoe impact in the 80s & 90s 1:11:15 -- This season: LeBron James or Jalen Williams? 1:15:30 -- What the Hawks miss with Jalen Johnson 1:17:45 -- Are we worried about bigs "guarding" Stephon Castle? 1:20:30 -- Thoughts on the Grizzlies offense 1:26:00 -- How to dive deeper into basketball + (youth) coaching advice 1:31:15 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 7
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the latest in the Jimmy Butler/Miami Heat saga, check in on the Phoenix Suns in light of their lineup changes, react to the first returns in All-Star voting, then give a few more award thoughts. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- Jimmy Butler fall-out 23:30 -- What's going on with the Suns? 36:30 -- First All-Star returns 53:30 -- Sixth Man of the Year thoughts 1:01:15 -- Coach of the Year 1:03:00 -- Most Improved Player 1:08:15 -- Clutch Player of the Year 1:11:30 -- Comment of the Week + Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 3
Nekias Duncan is joined by Justin Rowan and Carter Rodriguez (The Chase Down Podcast) to talk all things Cleveland Cavaliers. They dig deep into their historic offense, growth from the stars, postseason worries and much more. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 31, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the latest Lakers-Nets trade, discuss the Kings firing Mike Brown, and give their early thoughts on this year's MVP and All-NBA races. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- Lakers/Nets trade 13:45 -- Kings fire Mike Brown 33:30 -- Steve's Random Tidbits (Cavs, Thunder, Celtics and more) 39:30 -- Early MVP thoughts 49:30 -- Early All-NBA thoughts 57:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 24, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their early All-Star thoughts, then preview this year's Christmas Day slate. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- West All-Star discussion 19:30 -- East All-Star discussion 33:15 -- Spurs-Knicks 42:15 -- Wolves-Mavs 49:30 -- Sixers-Celtics 57:00 -- Lakers-Warriors 1:04:30 -- Nuggets-Suns 1:11:45 -- Closing Christmas schedule thoughts 1:16:30 -- News updates (Alex Caruso, Landry Shamet, Mo Wagner) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 20, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the Bucks' NBA Cup win over the Thunder, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 0:30 -- Bucks-Thunder 26:45 -- Mailbag, beginning with a question on contenders 38:30 -- Quick Zach LaVine-to-Denver thoughts 43:45 -- Back to the mailbag, breaking down Houston's (All)Defensive chops 55:30 -- Evaluating Scoot Henderson 1:02:30 -- Best shooter in a post-Steph NBA 1:11:15 -- Unrivaled 1v1 sleeper picks 1:15:15 -- Exploring the Dream's center options this offseason 1:18:45 -- WNBA Ethical All-Stars 1:24:00 -- NBA "Naw" Stars 1:33:15 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 17, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the NBA Cup semifinals, preview the finals matchup between the Bucks and Thunder action, give their thoughts on the Dennis Schröder trade and more. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- Hawks-Bucks 10:15 -- Rockets-Thunder 17:45 -- Bucks-Thunder 35:45 -- Warriors trade for Dennis Schröder 46:45 -- Pacers trade for Thomas Bryant 49:15 -- Player Shoutouts 58:45 -- YouTube shoutout + Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 13, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the NBA Cup quarterfinals, preview the semifinals, catch up on the latest WNBA news and answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Magic-Bucks 12:30 -- Hawks-Knicks 28:15 -- Hawks-Bucks preview 38:45 -- Mavs-Thunder 50:30 -- Warriors-Rockets 1:00:45 -- Rockets-Thunder preview 1:09:45 -- Golden State Valkyries 1:16:45 -- Jewell Loyd's trade request 1:24:30 -- Mailbag, starting with the Knicks vs switching 1:31:30 -- Julian Strawther thoughts 1:37:30 -- Favorite non-traditional initiators 1:43:15 -- Best defenders without elite athleticism 1:48:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 10, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview this week's NBA Cup action, salute the Miami Heat, and roll through a few Free Throws. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Magic-Bucks 12:00 -- Mavs-Thunder 27:15 -- Hawks-Knicks 42:00 -- Rockets-Warriors 52:45 -- Miami Heat 1:08:30 -- Nikola Jokic & Jakob Poeltl love 1:11:30 -- YouTube shoutout + Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 6, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Sam Vecenie (The Athletic, Game Theory Podcast) to discuss his scouting process and evolution throughout the years, as well as a few notable rookies from this year's class. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Scouting process + evolution 12:45 -- Zaccharie Risacher (ATL) 25:30 -- Alex Sarr (WAS) 35:45 -- Stephon Castle (SA) 41:15 -- Donovan Clingan (POR) 49:00 -- Jared McCain (PHI) 57:00 -- Yves Missi (NOP) 1:00:15 -- Kyle Filipowski (UTA) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 3, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with their observations from the week, then cap things off with Free Throws. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Dallas Mavericks 17:45 -- Milwaukee Bucks 22:45 -- Memphis Grizzlies 28:45 -- Sacramento Kings 38:00 -- What's happening with Brandon Ingram? 42:15 -- Steve's temperature check (BKN, IND, MIL) 43:45 -- Player shoutouts 51:45 -- News (Jae Crowder, injury news, WNBA Expansion draft) 52:45 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 28, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are once again joined by Chicago Sky head coach Tyler Marsh to discuss his new role, philosophy, his vision for Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso, and a little wrestling. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 26, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with their observations from the week, then cap things off with Free Throws. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Boston Celtics 5:00 -- Denver Nuggets 8:00 -- Orlando Magic 22:15 -- Los Angeles Clippers 29:30 -- Nekias' Carousel of Confusion (NO, PHI, Tyrese Haliburton, Trae Young, UTA) 39:45 -- Steve's temperature check (NY, MIA, MIL) 43:00 -- Player shoutouts 52:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 22, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news around the (W)NBA & Unrivaled, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 0:45 -- WNBA coaching news (Sparks/Dream) 5:00 -- Unrivaled rosters revealed 7:15 -- NBA injury update (Luka Doncic, Kevin Durant/Bradley Beal, Paul George and more) 11:45 -- NBA All-Star update 13:45 -- Mailbag, beginning with Cavs-Celtics confidence meter 18:15 -- League trend that's caught our eye + favorite lineup(s) 25:00 -- Evaluating rookie highs & lows 29:30 -- Spacing deep dive + potential Angel Reese usage 37:30 -- Diving into Giannis' season 43:00 -- Are the (healthy) Kings primed for contention? 48:15 -- Exploring the Grizzlies' pace 50:45 -- Donovan Mitchell or Jalen Brunson? 52:30 -- Power ranking the Celtics as screeners 1:01:30 -- Deni Avdija thoughts 1:07:30 -- Player we'd want to watch film with 1:11:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 19, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with their observations from the week, then catch up on the latest (W)NBA news. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 0:45 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 8:15 -- Los Angeles Lakers 14:00 -- Houston Rockets 30:00 -- Quick Blazers shoutout 34:00 -- What's up with the Pacers? 43:00 -- Steve's temperature check 48:30 -- Player shoutouts 56:00 -- (W)NBA News (Injury updates, All-Star news, Wings win draft lottery) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 14, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Indiana Fever wing Lexie Hull to discuss her basketball journey, her offseason, music tastes and much more. Then, the guys answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 0:45 -- Lexie Hull conversation 22:30 -- Mailbag, starting with how to watch basketball more efficiently 29:45 -- Ways to (further) incentivize the NBA Cup 34:45 -- Examining post-ups from the Pistons 41:30 -- Evaluating Willie Green amidst the Pelicans' bad injury luck 48:00 -- The value of the Derrick White archetype 51:15 -- Guard switching + the Role Player Fusion Challenge 50:15 -- Closing thoughts/shoutouts 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 12, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with their observations from the week, then catch up on the latest WNBA coaching news. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 0:30 -- Steve's landscape/NBA Cup thoughts 16:45 -- Memphis Grizzlies 30:00 -- Brooklyn Nets defense shoutout 32:00 -- What's up with the Spurs? 38:30 -- What's up with the Thunder? 43:00 -- What's up with the Bucks? 48:15 -- Steve's confusing teams 50:15 -- Player shoutouts 1:08:15 -- (W)NBA News (Injury updates, Curt Miller/Jasmine Thomas, Ty Ellis) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 5, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with their observations from the week, then catch up on the latest WNBA coaching news. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 0:30 -- New York Knicks 15:00 -- Golden State Warriors 26:15 -- Phoenix Suns 37:00 -- A quick Detroit Pistons shoutout 38:30 -- Miami Heat 44:00 -- Dallas Mavericks 47:30 -- Player shoutouts 59:30 -- (W)NBA News (Stephanie White/Fever, Tyler Marsh/Sky) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 1, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Ti Windisch (Gyro Step, Gyro Step Podcast Network) to discuss the shaky start of the Milwaukee Bucks. Later, the guys catch up on the latest news, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- Bucks discussion 46:00 -- NBA news (Star injury updates, Players of the Week, Jay Huff) 50:45 -- Mailbag, starting with Evan Mobley's usage 56:30 -- How important is the math battle? 1:01:15 -- A proposal to help stars retire with their original teams + Aces roster thoughts 1:13:45 -- Quick thoughts (LaMelo Ball, Jordan Poole, and more) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 29, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their early takeaways from the opening week of the NBA season, then catch up on the latest (W)NBA news and rumors. To send NBA or WNBA questions for future mailbag episodes, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties and watch hoops with us -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you plan on purchasing NBA League Pass and haven't yet, do so through our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/Wqxvn3 TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Los Angeles Lakers 11:00 -- Boston Celtics 16:30 -- Los Angeles Clippers 22:00 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 33:45 -- Oklahoma City Thunder 43:00 -- Quick hitters (Hawks, Magic) 46:45 -- Milwaukee Bucks 53:30 -- Denver Nuggets 56:15 -- Player shoutouts 1:04:30 -- Trends & (W)NBA News (Stephanie White, Christie Sides, Stephen Curry) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 25, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, give their takeaways from the first two days of the NBA season, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:30 -- Mystics, Eric & Mike Thibault part ways 5:30 -- NBA news (extension updates, injury updates) 14:15 -- Early regular season thoughts 54:00 -- Mailbag, starting with Chicago Sky coaching thoughts 58:00 -- When should the Aces consider making core changes? 1:03:00 -- How concerned should we be about the Knicks' offense? 1:15:30 -- How well can Scottie Barnes develop in his current context? 1:19:15 -- Should the Heat consider a youth movement? 1:22:15 -- How will the Sixers build chemistry this year? 1:30:15 -- Brandon Ingram post usage, and others who could follow 1:33:45 -- "Who is *that*" All-Stars 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 22, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the New York Liberty and put a bow on a historic WNBA season, catch up on the latest news, then give their way-too-early NBA season predictions. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 0:45 -- Liberty-Lynx 26:30 -- A salute to the WNBA season 34:00 -- Dallas Wings fire Latricia Trammell 40:30 -- NBA news (PJ Tucker, injury updates) 47:30 -- Extension news (Trey Murphy III, Moses Moody) 49:30 -- Preseason takeaways 1:03:00 -- Award predictions, starting with MVP 1:08:00 -- Defensive Player of the Year 1:12:15 -- Rookie of the Year 1:15:00 -- Most Improved Player 1:18:00 -- Sixth Man of the Year 1:20:00 -- Coach of the Year & Clutch Player of the Year 1:24:00 -- Predicting the standings (and a news update) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 18, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the New York Liberty's thrilling Game 3 victory in the WNBA Finals, then answer burning questions about the NBA's Atlantic and Pacific divisions. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:00 -- Liberty-Lynx 26:00 -- All-WNBA teams announced 28:00 -- Atlantic division preview, beginning with the Boston Celtics 36:45 -- New York Knicks 59:45 -- Philadelphia Sixers 1:16:30 -- Brooklyn Nets 1:30:15 -- Toronto Raptors 1:47:00 -- Pacific division, beginning with the Los Angeles Clippers 2:04:45 -- Phoenix Suns 2:22:45 -- Los Angeles Lakers 2:36:15 -- Sacramento Kings 3:02:00 -- Golden State Warriors 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 15, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the New York Liberty's bounceback Game 2 victory in the WNBA Finals, then answer burning questions about the NBA's Central and Northwest divisions. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:00 -- Liberty-Lynx 46:00 -- Central division preview, beginning with the Milwaukee Bucks 1:01:15 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 1:20:30 -- Indiana Pacers 1:44:15 -- Chicago Bulls 1:55:00 -- Detroit Pistons 2:06:00 -- Northwest division, beginning with the Oklahoma City Thunder 2:25:00 -- Denver Nuggets 2:42:30 -- Minnesota Timberwolves 2:57:00 -- Utah Jazz 3:15:30 -- Portland Trail Blazers 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 11, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Minnesota Lynx's thrilling Game 1 victory in the WNBA Finals, then answer burning questions about the NBA's Southeast and Southwest divisions. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:30 -- Liberty-Lynx 25:30 -- Natalie Nakase to the Golden State Valkyries 26:30 -- Where do the Sun go from here? 31:30 -- Southeast preview, beginning with the Orlando Magic 44:30 -- Miami Heat 1:07:30 -- Atlanta Hawks 1:20:00 -- Charlotte Hornets 1:33:00 -- Washington Wizards 1:45:00 -- Dallas Mavericks 2:02:00 -- New Orleans Pelicans 2:19:00 -- Houston Rockets 2:31:15 -- Memphis Grizzlies 2:41:30 -- San Antonio Spurs 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 8, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler (They've Got Now) to break down the WNBA semifinals, and things to look for in each potential Finals matchup. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:30 -- Aces-Liberty 22:30 -- What's next for the Aces? 33:30 -- Lynx-Sun 1:00:30 -- Liberty-Lynx thoughts 1:08:00 -- Liberty-Sun thoughts 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 4, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Atlanta Dream and Tanisha Wright parting ways, then give their takeaways from Game 2 of each WNBA semifinals series. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:00 -- Julius Randle/KAT trade update 2:15 -- Atlanta Dream/Tanisha Wright 24:30 -- Aces-Liberty 56:30 -- Rookie awards announced 1:02:00 -- Lynx-Sun 1:31:15 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 1, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the Karl-Anthony Towns/Julius Randle blockbuster trade, catch up on the latest news, then give their takeaways from the opening games of the WNBA semifinals. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:15 -- Julius Randle/KAT trade 29:30 -- NBA extensions (Terance Mann, Jose Alvarado) 31:30 -- WNBA news (expansion, award news) 45:30 -- Aces-Liberty 1:08:00 -- Lynx-Sun 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 27, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their final thoughts on the first round, then preview the WNBA Semifinals. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:15 -- NBA News (Derrick Rose, Vince Carter, AJ Griffin retirement news) 3:15 -- WNBA news (DiJonai Carrington, Sparks, Natasha Howard) 17:45 -- Liberty-Dream 30:15 -- Aces-Storm 44:15 -- Sun-Fever 1:04:00 -- Lynx-Mercury 1:15:00 -- Aces-Liberty preview 1:41:00 -- Lynx-Sun preview 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 23, 2024
The WNBA Playoffs tipped off on Sunday! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down what they saw across the Game 1s, and what we may see moving forward. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:15 -- Liberty-Dream 22:30 -- Sun-Fever 50:00 -- Lynx-Mercury 1:16:15 -- Aces-Storm 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 20, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest news, then preview the first round of the 2024 WNBA playoffs. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:00 -- NBA news (Adrian Wojnarowski, Joel Embiid) 7:15 -- WNBA news (Elizabeth Williams, WNBA milestone watch) 9:30 -- Liberty-Dream 30:45 -- Aces-Storm 53:00 -- Sun-Fever 1:19:00 -- Lynx-Mercury 1:41:30 -- Bouncing Around (Portland expansion, Bruce Brown, Tina Charles salute) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 17, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest news, then give their final award check-in of the WNBA season. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:15 -- NBA news (Isaac Okoro, Christian Koloko, Marcus Morris/Landry Shamet) 6:15 -- WNBA news (Sophie Cunningham, WNBA milestone watch) 8:30 -- Playoff standings update 14:00 -- Coach of the Year 25:45 -- Sixth Player of the Year 32:30 -- Most Improved Player 45:00 -- MVP 58:15 -- Defensive Player of the Year 1:05:30 -- Rookie awards 1:08:30 -- All-WNBA 1:11:15 -- All-Defense 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 13, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Siobhan Beslow (@SiobhanBeslow) to discuss her basketball journey, A'ja Wilson's record-breaking season, the incredible rookie campaigns of Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso, the reemergence of Chennedy Carter and much more. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:30 -- A salute to A'ja Wilson 11:30 -- Siobhan's basketball journey 29:00 -- Angel Reese 1:01:30 -- Chicago Sky's expectations vs reality 1:12:00 -- Kamilla Cardoso 1:19:00 -- Chennedy Carter 1:31:45 -- Dana Evans 1:37:45 -- Bouncing around the W 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 10, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, recap some of the biggest games from the weekend, then discuss some award candidates who deserve a little more love. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:30 -- NBA news (Jamal Murray, Tristan Thompson) 7:45 -- WNBA news (Angel Reese, A'ja Wilson) 12:30 -- Aces-Sun 20:30 -- Fight for 8th update (Sky, Dream, Mystics) 22:45 -- Aces-Liberty 54:30 -- Indiana Fever's competitive weekend (Fever-Lynx, Fever-Dream) 1:08:15 -- Award chatter, starting with the team awards (All-WNBA, All-Defense) 1:18:45 -- Most Improved (Chennedy Carter, Bridget Carleton, Lexie Hull, and many more) 1:35:30 -- Sixth Player of the Year 1:41:45 -- All-Rookie 1:44:30 -- Respect Alyssa Thomas! 1:48:30 -- Bouncing around 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 6, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest WNBA news, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:30 -- WNBA news (Awards for the month of August) 24:15 -- Mailbag, starting with tanking 33:00 -- What changes will Mike Budenholzer bring to the Suns' offense? 41:00 -- Who's the toughest playoff matchup for the Lynx? 47:30 -- How should the Wings build a contender? 1:01:00 -- Who would be on the hypothetical All-WNBA 3rd team? 1:10:45-- What recent sports memory would you like turned into a 30 For 30? 1:15:00 -- What is your basketball love language? 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 3, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, discuss some of the biggest matchups from the past week, then bounce around the league with observations. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:00 -- NBA news (Stephen Curry, TJ McConnell, Ivica Zubac) 5:00 -- Queen Egbo to the Aces 9:00 -- Checking in on the New York Liberty 17:45 -- Connecticut Sun 30:45 -- Minnesota Lynx 40:30 -- Las Vegas Aces 52:45-- Seattle Storm 1:07:00 -- Indiana Fever 1:21:30 -- Phoenix Mercury 1:29:30 -- Race for 8th (Sky, Dream, Mystics, Wings) 1:40:30 -- Quick Sparks thoughts 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 30, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Matt Riccardi, assistant general manager of the Dallas Mavericks, in a wide-ranging conversation including his journey, basketball philosophy, Kevin Garnett stories and much more. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 27, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, discuss some of the biggest matchups from the past week, then bounce around the league with observations. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:30 -- NBA news (Javonte Green/Matt Ryan) 3:30 -- Myisha Hines-Allen traded to the Lynx 10:30 -- Gabby Williams to the Storm 20:00 -- Monique Billings/Mercury 22:30 -- Sparks re-sign Azura Stevens and Steph Talbot 23:30 -- Salute to the Lynx 40:30-- Should we worry about the Aces? 1:09:00 -- Sun get big win over Liberty 1:26:30 -- Bouncing around the W 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 20, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, then recap the basketball from the weekend. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 2:00 -- NBA news (Guerschon Yabusele) 4:30 -- WNBA News (Delta flight partnership, Crystal Dangerfield, Odyssey Sims, Monique Billings) 8:00 -- Aces-Liberty 37:00 -- Fever-Storm 54:00 -- Sky-Mercury 1:02:00 -- Atlanta Dream 1:10:30-- Bouncing around (Connecticut Sun, Minnesota Lynx, Aces/Sparks thoughts and more) 1:24:30 -- 2K reactions 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 15, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, then talk through some of their biggest question marks heading into the second half* of the WNBA season. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:15 -- NBA news (schedule nuggets, Patty Mills, Joe Harris) 5:30 -- WNBA News (2025 All-Star Weekend, Injury updates, Gabby Williams) 18:00 -- WNBA second half thoughts, starting with the New York Liberty 22:15 -- Connecticut Sun 29:15 -- Who do you trust more: the Lynx or the Storm? 41:00 -- Las Vegas Aces 53:15 -- Phoenix Mercury 1:01:00 -- Who do you trust more: the Sky or the Dream? 1:06:45 -- Indiana Fever 1:17:15 -- Better shot at a playoff push, if they choose to: the Wings or Mystics? 1:23:45 -- Los Angeles Sparks 1:29:00 -- 2K ratings reaction 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 13, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. put a bow on Olympic basketball, then react to the latest NBA news. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:45 -- Team USA Women's 32:45 -- Team USA Men's 1:15:30 -- Schedule + news (Utah Jazz) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 6, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the weekend of Olympic hoops, then look ahead to the Knockout rounds. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 2:00 -- Team USA Women's 23:45 -- Other takeaways 29:45 -- A quick look ahead 35:00 -- Team USA Men's 57:00 -- Looking ahead 1:09:30 -- Lauri Markkanen 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 2, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. continue their (Team USA) Olympic basketball coverage, catch up on the latest transaction news, and answer a few questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:15 -- Team USA Women's 22:15 -- Other Olympic takeaways 28:45 -- Team USA Men's 53:15 -- Other Olympic takeaways 1:03:15 -- NBA news (Jarrett Allen, Luke Kennard, Precious Achiuwa, Gordon Hayward) 1:17:45 -- What are the most "teachable" skills for prospects? 1:24:30 -- Examining the high-minute counts for WNBA stars 1:30:00 -- WNBA lineup combinations we'd like to see more of 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 30, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the opening stretch of (Team USA) Olympic basketball, then catch up on the latest transaction news. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 2:30 -- Team USA Women's 19:30 -- Other Olympic takeaways 29:30 -- Team USA Men's 42:30 -- Jayson Tatum will be fine! 1:01:00 -- Other Olympic takeaways 1:10:30 -- NBA news (Tyus Jones, Reggie Jackson, Andrew Nembhard, more) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 26, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler (They've Got Now) to check in on the WNBA's bottom six teams, then go over their (fake) defensive award ballots. In addition to Mark's podcast, you can also subscribe to his YouTube channel for women's basketball breakdowns here: https://www.youtube.com/@MG_Schindler If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:30 -- Olympic Updates (Rebecca Allen, Julie Allemand, Team USA, France) 8:45 -- Indiana Fever 38:30 -- Chicago Sky 56:45 -- Atlanta Dream 1:10:45 -- Los Angeles Sparks 1:22:45 -- Washington Mystics 1:32:15 -- Dallas Wings 1:41:00 -- Defensive awards (DPOY, All-Defense) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 23, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest NBA & WNBA news, recap WNBA All-Star Weekend, then talk through most of their (fake) WNBA award ballots to this point of the season. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- Ziaire Williams/Nets 7:00 -- Gary Trent Jr./Bucks 11:30 -- Spencer Dinwiddie/Mavs 15:00 -- Cam Payne/Knicks 16:45 -- Kris Dunn/Russell Westbrook S&T 29:00 -- Other news (Evan Mobley, Sam Hauser, Seth Curry and more) 38:45 -- Marina Mabrey/Sun 53:30 -- Betnijah Laney-Hamilton update 55:15 -- WNBA All-Star recap 1:22:00 -- Coach of the Year 1:30:00 -- MVP 1:40:30 -- Rookie of the Year 1:46:00 -- Sixth Player of the Year 1:52:15 -- Most Improved Player 1:56:30 -- All-Rookie 1:57:45 -- All-WNBA 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 16, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their early thoughts from the opening weekend of Vegas Summer League, then catch up on the latest NBA news and rumors. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- Zaccharie Risacher 8:15 -- Alex Sarr 16:15 -- Reed Sheppard 23:15 -- Stephon Castle & Donovan Clingan 33:30 -- Rob Dillingham 40:30 -- Cody Williams 43:00 -- Matas Buzelis 47:15 -- Other Summer League shoutouts 57:15 -- NBA news (Jalen Brunson, Kyle Lowry + KJ Martin, Saddiq Bey and more) 1:06:30 -- Transaction rumors (Lauri Markkanen, Ziaire Williams) 1:09:30 -- Team USA thoughts 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 12, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler (They've Got Now) to check in on the WNBA's top six teams at the midway point of the season. In addition to Mark's podcast, you can also subscribe to his YouTube channel for women's basketball breakdowns here: https://www.youtube.com/@MG_Schindler If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:00 -- Team USA 10:30 -- New York Liberty 28:15 -- Connecticut Sun 54:00 -- Minnesota Lynx 1:07:45 -- Las Vegas Aces 1:22:45 -- Seattle Storm 1:35:15 -- Phoenix Mercury 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 9, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the three-team trade that sent DeMar DeRozan to the Sacramento Kings, catch up on other free agency news, then bounce around the WNBA with observations from the weekend. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:15 -- DeMar DeRozan three-team trade 29:45 -- Caleb Martin to the Sixers 37:15 -- Detroit Pistons (Malik Beasley, Simone Fontecchio) 40:00 -- Minnesota Timberwolves (Joe Ingles, PJ Dozier) 45:15 -- Alec Burks to Miami 48:30 -- Taurean Prince to Milwaukee 52:00 -- Dario Saric to Golden State 55:45 -- Daniel Theis to New Orleans 59:00 -- Haywood Highsmith back to Miami 1:01:00 -- Other free agency news (LeBron James, Franz Wagner and more) 1:04:45 -- WNBA news (Napheesa Collier, Jordin Canada) 1:07:30 -- A'ja Wilson, Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark, Tina Charles make history 1:12:30 -- Bouncing around the WNBA (Kelsey Plum, Alyssa Thomas, Chennedy Carter and more) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 4, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest free agency news, react to the WNBA All-Star rosters, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot . TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- NBA News (Coaching news, Bronny James, Kemba Walker) 7:30 -- Wizards (Jonas Valanciunas, Richaun Holmes) 10:00 -- Warriors (Kyle Anderson, Buddy Hield) 15:15 -- Delon Wright (Bucks) 17:30 -- Pacers (James Wiseman, Obi Toppin) 21:15 -- Monte Morris (Suns) 23:00 -- Re-signing news (LeBron James, Immanuel Quickley, Magic and more) 31:30 -- WNBA news (June awards, transaction updates) 39:30 -- WNBA All-Star rosters revealed 54:45 -- Mailbag, beginning with team building philosophy 1:03:30 -- Summer League excitement + how to get into basketball stats 1:08:45 -- Where should the Blazers go from here? 1:15:00 -- Where should the Heat go from here? 1:22:15 -- What is WNBA concussion protocol? 1:25:00 -- What's up with Kate Martin's lack of minutes? 1:29:15 -- MOAR Kemba Walker news 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 2, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the opening day and a half of NBA free agency. Deep dives into the fits of Paul George, Klay Thompson, Isaiah Hartenstein, Chris Paul, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and much more! If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Sixers (Paul George, Tyrese Maxey, Andre Drummond & more) 22:15 -- Mavericks (Klay Thompson, Naji Marshall, Quentin Grimes) 50:00 -- Thunder (Isaiah Hartenstein, Aaron Wiggins, Isaiah Joe) 1:02:00 -- Spurs sign Chris Paul 1:07:45 -- Pistons sign Tobias Harris 1:12:00 -- Magic sign Kentavious Caldwell-Pope 1:17:00 -- Clippers (James Harden, Derrick Jones Jr., Nic Batum, Kris Dunn, Mo Bamba) 1:20:30 -- Rapid Fire FA thoughts 1:26:15 -- Pelicans-Hawks trade 1:31:00 -- Quick WNBA thoughts (much more on next episode) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 28, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the latest transactions in the NBA, give some quick draft thoughts, recap the Lynx's Commissioner's Cup win over the Liberty, and answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Knicks-Nets trade (Mikal Bridges) 13:00 -- Nets-Rockets trade 15:15 -- Wizards-Blazers trade 19:30 -- Extension news (Bam Adebayo, Scottie Barnes, OG Anunoby, Nic Claxton) 22:30 -- Quick draft thoughts 35:00 -- Other NBA News (Kristaps Porzingis, Reggie Jackson, Chris Finch, Pelicans front office) 37:15 -- WNBA news 42:15 -- Lynx-Liberty 55:30 -- Mailbag, starting with rookie skill development 1:01:00 -- How concerned, if at all, should we be about the Connecticut Sun's title hopes? 1:14:00 -- What's up with the Atlanta Dream? 1:17:00 -- Concern level for stars off to slow shooting starts 1:20:30 -- Exploring Emily Engstler's role moving forward 1:24:30 -- Kayla Thornton or Josh Hart, Part 2 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 25, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the Alex Caruso-Josh Giddey trade, then catch up on the latest news and rumors around the NBA. On the WNBA side, they talk through the first returns of WNBA All-Star voting, check in on the Rookie of the Year race, preview the Commissioner's Cup final between the New York Liberty and the Minnesota Lynx, and bounce around the league with observations. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Alex Caruso-Josh Giddey trade 18:15 -- Malik Monk re-signs 21:00 -- Other free agency news (Drew Eubanks, Oshae Brissett, Keita Bates-Diop) 27:00 -- Kenny Atkinson hired by Cavaliers 30:00 -- NBA rumor mill (Klay Thompson, Brook Lopez and more) 35:00 -- WNBA news (First All-Star voting returns, Queen Egbo) 40:45 -- Sky-Fever + Rookie of the Year 58:00 -- Lynx-Liberty Commissioner's Cup preview 1:10:00 -- Other WNBA musings (Storm, Sun, Dream and more) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 20, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, discuss Chelsea Gray's return to the Aces lineup, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- Pistons fire Monty Williams 8:30 -- Transaction news (Pascal Siakam, Gary Payton II) 12:30 -- Free agent rumblings (Paul George, Klay Thompson) 17:00 -- WNBA News (Player of the Week, Injury updates) 26:30 -- Chelsea Gray's return 37:30 -- Other musings (Bridget Carleton, NYL/PHX, Stefanie Dolson, Jordan Horston) 45:30 -- Mailbag, starting with the role of analytics in the WNBA 59:00 -- Which position has the most difficult learning curve in both leagues? 1:02:45 -- Will we see a rise in biomechanics? 1:08:00 -- Concern level for Breanna Stewart's 3PT shooting + best Liberty lineup 1:14:30 -- Creating our own expansion roster 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 18, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. celebrate the Boston Celtics' championship win, salute the Dallas Mavericks for their run, then check in on the teams populating the top-half of the WNBA standings. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Mavericks-Celtics 47:30 -- (W)NBA News (Free agency around the corner, Jeff Van Gundy, Aces) 50:00 -- Connecticut Sun 58:00 -- New York Liberty 1:06:45 -- Minnesota Lynx 1:14:00 -- Seattle Storm 1:21:30 -- Phoenix Mercury 1:28:45 -- Las Vegas Aces 1:39:30 -- Other WNBA musings 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 14, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down what they saw in the Celtics' Game 3 win over the Mavericks, catch up on the latest WNBA news, give early WNBA All-Star thoughts, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:45 -- Jerry West news 2:15 -- Mavericks-Celtics 44:45 -- WNBA News (Dearica Hamby/Ezi Magbegor, Morgan Bertsch/Charisma Osborne) 47:15 -- WNBA All-Star voting 1:14:00 -- Mailbag (How the Fever can establish better offensive flow) 1:21:30 -- How to evaluate the rookie class + coaches in new places 1:41:15 -- Diana Taurasi's value on Team USA 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 11, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down what they saw in the Celtics' Game 2 win over the Mavericks, catch up on the latest news, then bounce around the WNBA with weekend observations. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- Mavericks-Celtics Game 2 49:30 -- (W)NBA News (Darvin Ham, Dan Hurley returns to UConn, Team USA) 56:30 -- New York Liberty 1:00:00 -- The West is *tough* 1:02:30 -- Tina Charles shout out 1:03:45 -- Angel Reese/Kamilla Cardoso pairing 1:04:45 -- Indiana Fever making strides 1:05:30 -- Checking in on the Aces 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 7, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the Celtics' Game 1 win over the Mavericks and look ahead to Game 2. From there, they catch up on the latest news and answer WNBA questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 4, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the 2024 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks, then give some WNBA takeaways from the weekend. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- Mavericks-Celtics preview 55:00 -- WNBA takeaways (Sun, Kamilla Cardoso, Monique Billings and more) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 31, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the Dallas Mavericks, say goodbye to the Minnesota Timberwolves, then answer a bunch of WNBA questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- NBA News (Brian Keefe, Ty Lue) 3:30 -- Mavericks-Wolves 31:30 -- WNBA News (Players of the Week, Diamond Miller, Temi Fagbenle) 34:30 -- Mailbag begins: biggest stylistic differences between the WNBA and NBA 37:45 -- Three key things to watch for non-Aces/Liberty contenders 45:30 -- A rookie rank 'em 54:30 -- What is success for the Atlanta Dream + Rhyne Howard All-Defense chatter 1:10:45 -- Projecting the Angel Reese/Kamilla Cardoso pairing with the Chicago Sky 1:15:30 -- How to unlock Cam Brink as a scorer 1:23:00 -- Washington Mystics offense 1:26:30 -- An ode to Ticha Penicheiro 1:30:00 -- How secure is Victoria Vivians' starting spot with the Seattle Storm? 1:34:15 -- Has Maddy Seigrist proven to be a core piece for the Dallas Wings? 1:37:30 -- Thoughts on the Dana Evans experience with the Sky 1:41:15 -- Closing WNBA thoughts 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 28, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. continue their analysis of the NBA Conference Finals, then give some weekend takeaways from the WNBA. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- NBA News (Bill Walton) 2:30 -- Pacers-Celtics 29:00 -- Mavericks-Wolves 1:02:15 -- Indiana Fever check-in 1:10:30 -- Aces check-in 1:15:15 -- Steve bounces around (Napheesa Collier, Dallas Wings, Seattle Storm and more) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 24, 2024
We have a mega episode! In the first half, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down what they saw in the Game 1s of each conference finals series. In the second half, Nekias is joined by Mark Schindler (They've Got Now) to discuss some of the biggest storylines in the WNBA through the first week-plus of the season. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- NBA News (JB Bickerstaff, All-Defense, All-NBA) 20:00 -- Pacers-Celtics 42:30 -- Mavericks-Wolves 1:05:00 -- Mark Schindler joins the show (intro) 1:07:30 -- Minnesota Lynx 1:13:00 -- Seattle Storm 1:21:15 -- Indiana Fever 1:42:25 -- New York Liberty 1:53:15 -- Connecticut Sun 1:57:45 -- Atlanta Dream 2:05:45 -- Player shoutouts (Kahleah Copper, Angel Reese, Jackie Young, Ariel Atkins) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 21, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the Eastern and Western Conference Finals, then give some weekend takeaways from the WNBA. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- NBA News (All-Rookie Teams) 5:30 -- Pacers-Celtics 34:45 -- Mavericks-Wolves 1:08:30 -- WNBA news (charter flight update, Aces investigation) 1:10:00 -- Indiana Fever (Caitlin Clark-Aliyah Boston partnership) 1:15:30 -- Sparks-Aces (Kate Martin, Cameron Brink, Jackie Young, A'ja Wilson) 1:23:00 -- Steve bounces around (Minnesota Lynx, Angel Reese, Phoenix Mercury and more) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 17, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take stock of the second round, give their closing thoughts on the Cleveland Cavaliers, then react to the opening games of the WNBA regular season. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- NBA News (Mike Budenholzer, Tyrese Maxey) 4:45 -- Mavs-Thunder 25:30 -- Pacers-Knicks 38:30 -- Wolves-Nuggets 52:45 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 1:02:45 -- WNBA news update (Golden State Valkyries, expansion, charter, Jaelyn Brown) 1:05:00 -- Liberty-Mystics 1:14:30 -- Fever-Sun 1:21:30 -- Mercury-Aces 1:31:15 -- Lynx-Storm 1:40:00 -- Sky-Wings 1:44:00 -- Dream-Sparks 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 14, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give brief NBA lottery thoughts, break down the latest in all four second round series, then bounce around the WNBA with their biggest questions heading into the season. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- NBA News (Draft lottery, Award announcements) 4:30 -- Pacers-Knicks 20:00 -- Nuggets-Wolves 40:15 -- Cavs-Celtics 51:15 -- Mavs-Thunder 1:07:30 -- WNBA news update (charter travel, notable roster moves) 1:09:00 -- 12 burning questions, starting with the Las Vegas Aces 1:13:15 -- New York Liberty 1:17:15 -- Connecticut Sun 1:22:15 -- Dallas Wings 1:25:30 -- Atlanta Dream 1:29:30 -- Minnesota Lynx 1:32:15 -- Washington Mystics 1:35:00 -- Chicago Sky 1:39:00 -- Los Angeles Sparks 1:42:15 -- Indiana Fever 1:45:30 -- Seattle Storm 1:47:30 -- Phoenix Mercury 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 10, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest award news, talk through each of the four second round series, then give more WNBA preseason takeaways -- and more. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- NBA news (ROY, DPOY, MVP, Social Justice Champion, Charles Lee/Hornets) 10:00 -- Knicks-Pacers 31:15 -- Nuggets-Timberwolves 51:15 -- Celtics-Cavaliers 1:07:15 -- Thunder-Mavericks 1:23:15 -- WNBA thoughts (Sky-Liberty, Dream, Mystics and more) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 7, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the other two second round series (CLE-BOS, DAL-OKC), react to the Wolves' Game 1 win over the Nuggets, give some early WNBA preseason takeaways and more. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Award update (ROY, DPOY, MVP) 3:30 -- Cavs-Celtics preview 35:00 -- Thunder-Mavericks preview 1:04:00 -- Wolves-Nuggets Game 1 1:20:30 -- Orlando Magic closing thoughts 1:24:15 -- Clippers offseason thoughts 1:27:15 -- Early WNBA preseason takeaways 1:36:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 3, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview a pair of second round series, then continue with their first round coverage. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Award updates (Executive of the Year, Teammate of the Year, Hustle Award) 3:30 -- Wolves-Nuggets 34:30 -- Knicks-Pacers 1:07:30 -- Clippers-Mavericks 1:20:00 -- Magic-Cavs 1:31:30 -- Closing thoughts on Heat-Celtics 1:36:15 -- Bucks-Pacers 1:38:15 -- Knicks-Sixers 1:40:00 -- Nuggets-Lakers 1:42:00 -- Thunder-Pelicans 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 30, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give a salute to Candace Parker, then continue their coverage of the first round of the NBA playoffs. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Candace Parker retires 7:00 -- Award updates (Clutch Player of the Year, Coach of the Year) 10:45 -- Wolves-Suns 27:00 -- Bucks-Pacers 40:15 -- Clippers-Mavericks 54:15 -- Knicks-Sixers 1:07:00 -- Cavs-Magic 1:20:30 -- Celtics-Heat 1:28:00 -- Thunder-Pelicans 1:36:00 -- Nuggets-Lakers 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 26, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest award news, then dig into all eight of the Game 2s. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- Award Talk (Most Improved, Sixth Man of the Year) 7:45 -- Heat-Celtics 27:15 -- Thunder-Pelicans 42:45 -- Wolves-Suns 1:00:00 -- Bucks-Pacers 1:17:30 -- Clippers-Mavericks 1:28:30 -- Cavs-Magic 1:39:00 -- Knicks-Sixers 1:49:00 -- Nuggets-Lakers 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 23, 2024
The postseason is here! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. talk through the NBA award finalists, then give their Game 1 reactions and look ahead to Game 2. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Award Finalists announced 5:30 -- Heat-Celtics 17:00 -- Thunder-Pelicans 29:30 -- Wolves-Suns 45:15 -- Bucks-Pacers 59:00 -- Clippers-Mavericks 1:11:15 -- Cavs-Magic 1:25:45 -- Knicks-Sixers 1:33:30 -- Nuggets-Lakers 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 19, 2024
The postseason is here! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their thoughts on the closing play-in slate, then break down the 2-7 and 1-8* playoff matchups. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- Heat-Bulls 10:00 -- Kings-Pelicans 22:30 -- Lakers-Nuggets 1:00:15 -- Sixers-Knicks 1:30:00 -- Potential Thunder matchups 1:39:30 -- Potential Celtics matchups 1:42:45 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 16, 2024
The postseason is here! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their thoughts on the opening play-in slate, then breakdown the 3-6 and 4-5 playoff matchups. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Lakers-Pelicans 17:45 -- Warriors-Kings 32:00 -- Heat-Sixers 43:30 -- Hawks-Bulls 45:45 -- Bucks-Pacers 1:01:30 -- Wolves-Suns 1:17:30 -- Cavs-Magic 1:29:30 -- Clippers-Mavericks 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 12, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, salute South Carolina and Connecticut for their title wins, hand out Dunker Awards, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- WNBA schedule, Jrue Holiday, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Karl-Anthony Towns) 12:00 -- Jrue Holiday extension 16:30 -- Giannis Antetokounmpo 22:30 -- Karl-Anthony Towns 32:45 -- Salute to South Carolina 46:45 -- Salute to UConn 57:30 -- The Dunker Awards 1:20:30 -- Mailbag, starting with an era comparison 1:26:30 -- Sparks + draft thoughts 1:40:00 -- A big man Rank'em 1:45:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 9, 2024
With the postseason rapidly approaching, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. do one final awards check-in. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- MVP 34:00 -- All-NBA 43:00 -- Defensive Player of the Year 51:00 -- All-Defense 54:00 -- Rookie Awards 59:30 -- Sixth Man of the Year 1:04:15 -- Most Improved Player 1:11:30 -- Coach of the Year 1:19:00 -- Clutch Player of the Year 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 5, 2024
With the postseason rapidly approaching, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. ask their biggest questions in the Eastern Conference playoff (and play-in) field. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- NBA News (Steve Clifford, HOF inductees, Malachi Flynn) 8:00 -- Boston Celtics 27:30 -- Milwaukee Bucks 42:00 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 54:45 -- Orlando Magic 1:10:30 -- New York Knicks 1:23:45 -- Miami Heat 1:31:30 -- Indiana Pacers 1:39:30 -- Philadelphia 76ers 1:46:30 -- Chicago Bulls + Atlanta Hawks 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 2, 2024
With the postseason rapidly approaching, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. ask their biggest questions in the Western Conference playoff (and play-in) field. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- Oklahoma City Thunder 14:00 -- Denver Nuggets 28:45 -- Minnesota Timberwolves 39:15 -- Los Angeles Clippers 48:45 -- Dallas Mavericks 57:00 -- New Orleans Pelicans 1:03:30 -- Sacramento Kings 1:09:30 -- Phoenix Suns 1:16:00 -- Lakers + Warriors 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 29, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest Team USA, WNBA, and NBA news before answering questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag! If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- Team USA camp update 5:30 -- Minnesota Timberwolves sale is off (???) 10:00 -- Transaction talk (Victoria Vivians, Javonte Green) 12:30 -- Injury updates (Joel Embiid, Donovan Mitchell, Gabe Vincent, Hornets, Mitchell Robinson) 25:30 -- Mailbag time: Should the charge be banned? 28:45 -- Why does the pindown come first in Chicago action? 31:00 -- What is the ideal archetype of a WNBA star? 39:00 -- Which team is best equipped to defend the Murray/Jokic two-man game? 55:30 -- Is this Damian Lillard's best defensive season? 1:04:00 -- How much have the Pacers (and Tyrese Haliburton) really missed Buddy Hield? 1:10:45 -- Exploring Kelly Oubre's passing growth 1:18:00 -- Do we even need the All-Star game? 1:27:30 -- Who's the "worst" (W)NBA player that could lead a 16-seed to a title? 1:32:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 26, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with weekly observations -- and a few questions along the way. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Playoff basketball is around the corner 5:00 -- Minnesota Timberwolves 22:45 -- Orlando Magic 39:15 -- What do we make of the Sixers? 45:00 -- A quick salute to the Wizards 47:30 -- What's up with the Warriors? 1:03:30 -- New Orleans Pelicans 1:07:45 -- All-NBA 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 22, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, then answer more questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- (W)NBA News (Victoria Vivians, Marcus Morris, Isaiah Thomas, and more) 12:30 -- Mailbag, starting with how to address roster needs 23:00 -- How do teams evaluate and add to their playbook? 28:00 -- What's behind OKC's improvement as a (defensive) rebounding team? 32:30 -- Norman Powell vs. Nicolas Batum 37:00 -- Who should the Mavs target as a wing upgrade? 44:45 -- An Evan Mobley check-in 51:00 -- How should the Bulls handle Patrick Williams moving forward? 55:30 -- An NBA All-Star Game idea 1:05:00 -- Start, Bench, Trade x2 1:11:30 -- A 10-player Rank 'Em + Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 19, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with weekly observations -- and a few questions along the way. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- A disclaimer for March basketball 2:30 -- Teams That Impressed, starting with the Boston Celtics 7:30 -- New York Knicks 19:30 -- Houston Rockets 32:15 -- What's up with Mikal Bridges & the Nets? 48:00 -- "Is This Anything?" (ATL, DEN, NO) 57:30 -- Should we be concerned about the Clippers? 1:08:15 -- Cade Cunningham's late shot against Miami 1:13:00 -- Player shoutouts featuring Bam Adebayo, Jamal Murray, and others 1:21:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 15, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give a quick salute to Jamahl Mosely and the Magic, then answer more questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Jamahl Mosley, Magic agree to extension 4:45 -- What's going on with the Washington Mystics? 11:45 -- What makes a good defender/defense? 19:00 -- How will guards factor into the All-Defense discussion? 28:45 -- What should be considered a big lead in today's NBA? 32:00 -- How do coaches set, manage, and adjust expectations throughout a season? 46:00 -- How should coaches talk to players about development? 49:45 -- What's behind the RJ Barrett breakout in Toronto? 56:45 -- Evaluating Jaren Jackson Jr.'s (defensive) season 1:02:00 -- How concerned should we be about the Knicks' minutes distribution? 1:11:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 12, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check the temperature on a few teams and players around the league, then reveal their All-Defense teams with roughly a month to go. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Faith in New Orleans Pelicans' center room 10:30 -- A quick Sacramento Kings temperature check 11:45 -- New York Knicks' offense 16:45 -- Orlando Magic's offense 25:00 -- Thoughts on the Bulls' recent stretch 27:00 -- Jayson Tatum's recent struggles 32:30 -- Indiana Pacers temperature check 42:30 -- Players That Make Us Think, starting with Brook Lopez 48:00 -- Terry Rozier 53:30 -- Jalen Green 57:15 -- Player Shoutouts 59:00 -- All-Defense 1:07:00 -- NBA news 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 8, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest injury news, talk through a pair of buyout signings, provide a quick update on Caitlin Clark, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Injury news (Karl-Anthony Towns, Ben Simmons and others) 10:30 -- Transaction Talk (Patty Mills to Miami, Shake Milton to New York, Kelly Olynyk extension) 21:15 -- Caitlin Clark/Indiana Fever question 25:00 -- Suns/Clippers questions (in light of the Devin Booker/Russell Westbrook injuries) 29:30 -- Mailbag, starting with how we manage expectations in our analysis 49:30 -- Dunker Spot nicknames + the three phases of defense 53:30 -- End of game strategy, featuring Jayson Tatum 1:01:00 -- Screen-the-Screener talk 1:09:00 -- Who are the bad matchups for the Thunder? 1:16:30 -- OKC's big room + respect for the Magic 1:27:00 -- Arike Ogunbowale & Satou Sabally synergy + AJ Green usage 1:33:00 -- How would you game plan against the Celtics? 1:38:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 5, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are back to bounce around the league with their observations from the week. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- Teams That impressed, starting with the Boston Celtics 7:45 -- Miami Heat 21:45 -- Teams That Make Us Think, starting with the Oklahoma City Thunder 37:00 -- West Play-In temperature check (PHX, DAL, GSW, LAL) 54:00 -- Minnesota Timberwolves 1:01:30 -- Player Shoutouts 1:12:00 -- Award updates (Player of the Week, Rookie of the Month) + free throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 1, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest (W)NBA news, examine the potential Team USA Men's roster, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- WNBA News (Breanna Stewart, Sparks-Sky trade, Rebekah Gardner) 8:30 -- NBA News (Patrick Williams, Steve Kerr, Buyout updates) 20:15 -- Lakers/Clippers reaction 33:30 -- Team USA thoughts 41:30 -- Mailbag, starting with late-game offense & why teams slow down 48:30 -- Potential landing spots for Allie Quigley if she returns 51:15 -- If Aliyah Boston and Caitlin Clark were in the same draft class, who goes #1? 55:30 -- What role have defenses played in the offensive explosion? 1:11:00 -- What makes a good road team? 1:17:30 -- Exploring the logic behind the Pistons' rotation pattern 1:25:00 -- Cam Thomas' MIP case 1:29:30 -- Jalen Williams or Anthony Edwards as a driver? 1:32:00 -- Rank 'em time + a playoff confidence check 1:39:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 27, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with post-All-Star break observations. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- Teams That impressed, starting with the Boston Celtics 9:00 -- Denver Nuggets 17:15 -- Milwaukee Bucks 35:00 -- Charlotte Hornets 45:45 -- Dallas Mavericks 51:15 -- Teams That Make Us Think, starting with the Phoenix Suns 1:00:30 -- Philadelphia 76ers + New York Knicks (working through injuries) 1:05:15 -- Sacramento Kings + a newsbreak from Steve 1:08:15 -- Player Shoutouts (Victor Wembanyama, Ayo Dosunmu, Herb Jones, Amen Thompson, De'Andre Hunter) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 23, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest NBA news, answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag, then highlight players they're excited to watch in the "second half" of the season. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- NBA news (Mike Conley, Kevin Ollie, Lester Quiñones, Otto Porter Jr.) 13:15 -- Mailbag, starting with the idea of some stars being overtasked 34:15 -- Growth areas for the young Rockets 44:30 -- How can the Magic improve offensively? 51:15 -- Exploring Paolo Banchero's pathway to an All-NBA selection 56:45 -- Are the Thunder ready for a deep playoff run? 1:05:30 -- Checking in on the Tyrese Haliburton-Pascal Siakam duo 1:15:30 -- Is a lead guard a necessity or bonus for Scottie Barnes? 1:19:15 -- Should the Hawks shift their frontcourt rotation? 1:23:45 -- What to watch for with the Pistons post-ASB 1:27:30 -- Who we're excited to watch moving forward 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 20, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. reflect on this year's All-Star Weekend, check in on a few award races, then catch up on the latest (W)NBA news. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Thoughts on the All-Star Game 19:00 -- Favorite moments from the weekend 34:30 -- Coach of the Year check-in 44:15 -- Most Improved Player 50:15 -- Sixth Man of the Year 54:00 -- Nets fire Jacque Vaughn 1:02:15 -- Free agency news (Danilo Gallinari, Delon Wright and more) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 16, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest (W)NBA news, make their All-Star Weekend predictions, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:15 -- Stefanie Dolson's fit with the Washington Mystics 12:15 -- Thaddeus Young's fit with the Phoenix Suns 17:45 -- All-Star Weekend predictions 35:15 -- Mailbag, starting with offensive rebound philosophy 40:30 -- Ranking the offensive advantages we enjoy watching play out 45:30 -- The evolution of cross-matching 51:30 -- Letting players problem-solve vs stepping in as a coach + Bilal Coulibaly usage 58:00 -- Tyler Herro's role + when (if ever) should the Heat pivot from Jimmy Butler? 1:11:00 -- PJ Tucker news break 1:14:45 -- Nekias vs. Steve's willingness to press the eject button on a team 1:21:45 -- Scottie Barnes' growth as a top option 1:26:00 -- How to make the All-Star game more competitive 1:28:30 -- How to coach a struggling player + are the Mystics now cursed? 1:32:15 -- Ranking potential Conference Finals matchups 1:38:00 -- Players Nekias and Steve will never give up on 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 13, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the debuts of several players on their new teams post-trade deadline. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:40 -- Daniel Gafford, PJ Washington in Dallas 18:20 -- Bojan Bogdanovic, Alec Burks in New York 25:30 -- Buddy Hield, Cam Payne in Philadelphia 36:30 -- Royce O'Neale in Phoenix 42:30 -- Patrick Beverley in Milwaukee 48:15 -- Dennis Schröder in Brooklyn 53:15 -- Kelly Olynyk, Ochai Agbaji in Toronto 57:45 -- New faces in Charlotte 1:03:00 -- Simone Fontecchio in Detroit 1:06:15 -- Buyout updates (Spencer Dinwiddie, Kyle Lowry, Bismack Biyombo, Marcus Morris and more) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 9, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest WNBA transaction news, then dig into a busy NBA Trade Deadline Day. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- Elena Delle Donne steps away from basketball 6:30 -- Nneka Ogwumike to the Storm 17:30 -- Mercury trade for Kahleah Copper 34:15 -- Other news (Diamond DeShields, Candace Parker, Lexie Brown, OG Anunoby) 37:45 -- Simone Fontecchio to Detroit 41:00 -- Xavier Tillman to Boston 44:45 -- Monte Morris to Minnesota 49:00 -- Buddy Hield to Philadelphia 56:00 -- Kelly Olynyk, Ochai Agbaji to Toronto 1:00:30 -- Gordon Hayward to Oklahoma City 1:06:30 -- Bojan Bogdanovic, Alec Burks to New York 1:14:00 -- Daniel Gafford to Dallas 1:18:45 -- PJ Washington to Dallas 1:24:00 -- Dennis Schröder to Brooklyn 1:28:30 -- Royce O'Neale to Phoenix 1:32:45 -- Patrick Beverley to Milwaukee 1:36:00 -- Doug McDermott (back) to Indiana 1:37:30 -- Jaden Springer to Boston 1:39:30 -- Other moves (Dalano Banton, Spencer Dinwiddie waived and more) 1:42:00 -- The quickest All-Star Weekend update of all-time 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 6, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest (W)NBA news, and break down the superb play of the Cleveland Cavaliers. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Joel Embiid, Sixers trade deadline discussion 13:00 -- Zach LaVine, Bulls trade deadline discussion 19:15 -- Steven Adams trade 22:30 -- All-Star reserves + 3PT Shootout thoughts 37:15 -- Cleveland Cavaliers discussion 1:06:00 -- WNBA Free Agency Update (Bec Allen-Moriah Jefferson S&T, Astou Ndour-Fall, Monique Billings) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 2, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down a very, very, VERY active first day of WNBA free agency. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- NBA News (Julius Randle, Marc Gasol*, All-Star Weekend, January awards) 6:30 -- WNBA re-signings (Satou Sabally, Jonquel Jones, and more) 14:00 -- Jordin Canada sign-and-trade to the Dream 23:00 -- Sparks-Storm trade (opened cap space for Skylar Diggins-Smith) 26:00 -- Lynx-Sun trade (Tiffany Mitchell, Natisha Hiedeman) 31:00 -- Skylar Diggins-Smith to the Storm 37:30 -- Natasha Cloud to the Mercury + Elena Delle Donne check-in 45:45 -- Courtney Williams to the Lynx 51:15 -- Megan Gustafson to the Aces 55:45 -- Mystics check-in (Karlie Samuelson, DiDi Richards) 58:15 -- Dream check-in (Aerial Powers, Tina Charles) 1:08:45 -- Rachel Banham to the Sun 1:12:30 -- Lindsay Allen to the Sky + Nneka check-in 1:17:30 -- Fever check-in (Katie Lou Samuelson, Damiris Dantas) 1:22:00 -- Ivana Dojkić to the Liberty 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 30, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on the two hottest teams in the league -- the New York Knicks and Los Angeles Clippers -- then catch up on the latest news. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- New York Knicks 34:00 -- Los Angeles Clippers 1:06:00 -- All-Star thoughts 1:14:30 -- WNBA Free Agency Update (Alanna Smith, Layshia Clarendon, Kalani Brown) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 26, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the latest news & happenings within WNBA free agency, then dig into the latest transactions and job swaps around the NBA. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- WNBA Free Agency update 18:30 -- Adrian Griffin/Doc Rivers/Bucks discussion 46:15 -- Wes Unseld Jr/Wizards 52:45 -- Terry Rozier trade/early impressions 1:15:30 -- ROY questions via mailbag 1:31:30 -- Mailbag 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 23, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dig into a couple of marquee matchups from the weekend, then check in on a few contending teams around the league. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 3:00 -- Nuggets-Celtics discussion 30:30 -- Thunder-Timberwolves discussion 53:30 -- Bouncing around other playoff teams 1:13:00 -- News/Mailbag 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 19, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler (WNBA.com, They've Got Now, and everything in between) to break down the Pascal Siakam trade, then preview the WNBA's free agency period. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- Exploring Pascal Siakam's fit with Indiana 38:15 -- What's next for TOR? 48:00 -- WNBA Free agency preview, starting with the Liberty 56:30 -- Aces 1:04:30 -- Skylar Diggins-Smith 1:09:45 -- Elena Delle Donne 1:17:45 -- Other free agents we're excited about 1:24:30 -- Potential "how will this contract age?" candidates 1:28:15 -- Who comes out of nowhere in this year's class? 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 16, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest (W)NBA news, break down the Wizards-Pistons trade from the weekend, check in on All-Star voting, then bounce around the league with observations. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:25 -- (W)NBA News (Elena Delle Donne, Vince Williams) 11:40 -- Wizards-Pistons trade 21:55 -- All-Star voting update 21:10 -- Teams That Impressed (OKC, MIN, UTA) 50:40 -- A Hawks rant 1:00:25 -- Player shoutouts 1:08:40 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 11, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest (breaking) news, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- NBA News (Erik Spoelstra, Injury updates, Kawhi Leonard) 16:30 -- How to balance flow with intentionality within an offense 24:00 -- Can (elite) passing vision be taught? 31:15 -- The viability of clock-burning defense 42:15 -- When is it time to move on from a draft pick? 50:00 -- The prevalence of stashing a rim protector on a non-shooting wing 54:15 -- How valuable is Isaiah Hartenstein to the Knicks now and moving forward? 1:06:00 -- Paolo Banchero thoughts 1:13:00 -- From the group chat: Paolo vs Chet 1:16:30 -- A Kevin Durant-Paul George proposal 1:19:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 9, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest Warriors news, then dig into volume two of the Rookie Report. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:30 -- Warriors Update 8:00 -- Rookie Report, starting with Victor Wembanyama 19:30 -- Chet Holmgren 30:00 -- Brandon Miller 36:45 -- Scoot Henderson 43:00 -- Ausar Thompson 48:00 -- Bilal Coulibaly 53:00 -- Dereck Lively II 58:30 -- Jaime Jaquez Jr 1:02:45 -- Brandin Podziemski 1:08:45 -- Trayce Jackson-Davis 1:13:00 -- Amen Thompson 1:17:00 -- Julian Strawther 1:19:30 -- YouTube shoutouts 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 5, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the early returns for All-Star voting, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- NBA News (Nets, Ricky Rubio, Draymond Green/Gary Payton II, Franz Wagner) 10:45 -- All-Star discussion 31:30 -- Mailbag, starting with the state of the Lakers 44:00 -- Trades, road trips and the effect on chemistry 46:30 -- Exploring the Spurs' roster + how to shift the context for young teams 54:30 -- Downside of stampede cuts + Knicks spacing questions 1:03:30 -- How should the Celtics bolster their bench, if at all? 1:09:15 -- Sam Merrill thoughts 1:13:00 -- JV Coaching tips 1:17:45 -- Ranking the Celtics' defensive seasons 1:19:15 -- A rest-of-season player power ranking 1:22:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 2, 2024
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down all angles of the big Raptors-Knicks trade, then dole out some New Year's resolutions across the league. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- Knicks-Raptors trade 45:30 -- East playoff resolutions (BOS, MIL, PHI, MIA, ORL, CLE) 1:01:00 -- Play-in resolutions (IND, NY, BKN, CHI) 1:04:30 -- Bottom of the East (ATL, WAS, DET, CHA) 1:05:45 -- West playoff resolutions (MIN, OKC, DEN, LAC, SAC, DAL) 1:14:15 -- Play-in resolutions (NO, PHX, LAL, HOU) 1:18:15 -- Bottom of the West (SA, POR x2, MEM) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 28, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, then close out 2023 with a mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- (W)NBA News (Player of the Week, Aaron Gordon, Kenneth Lofton, Brandon Williams) 11:00 -- Can [insert small guard here] be the best player on a title team? 24:30 -- Derrick White's All-Star candidacy 39:00 -- How non-scoring lead guards thrive 43:45 -- How PHI's offense will translate in the postseason + playoff adjustments 55:30 -- Rarity of non-star, pass-shoot-defend wings 1:13:30 -- Devin Booker's usage 1:23:15 -- All-Tryhard Defense Team + small shot blockers 1:28:30 -- Exposing our bingo cards 1:33:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 26, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap this year’s Christmas slate, while also looking ahead for the teams involved. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 3:00 — Knicks/Bucks 28:09 — Nuggets/Warriors 47:00 — Lakers/Celtics 1:06:00 — Heat/Celtics 1:21:24 — Suns/Mavs 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 21, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. talk through the WNBA's schedule release, preview this year's Christmas Day slate, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:31 -- WNBA news 9:45 -- NBA news 11:52 -- Christmas Day previews, Knicks vs. Bucks 21:13 -- Nuggets vs. Warriors 31:06 -- Lakers vs. Celtics 41:21 -- Sixers vs. Heat 49:50 -- Suns vs. Mavs 58:41 -- Mailbag 1:29:52 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 19, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest NBA news, then give their early (fake) award ballots through the first quarter-ish of the season. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- NBA News (Cavs, Bradley Beal, Daryl Morey, Kenneth Lofton Jr., Draymond Green) 15:30 -- MVP 37:45 -- All-NBA 41:30 -- Defensive Player of the Year 53:00 -- All-Defense 59:45 -- Rookie of the Year + All-Rookie 1:03:45 -- Coach of the Year 1:08:15 -- Most Improved Player 1:10:45 -- Sixth Man of the Year 1:12:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 15, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest hoops news, give their early All-Star teams in each conference, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- (W)NBA News (Tiffany Hayes, Draymond Green, Taj Gibson) 18:00 -- All-Star talk 41:00 -- Mailbag, starting with comparing stats across eras 48:15 -- Identifying Spain vs. Double Drag + drop defense evaluation 55:00 -- How the broadcast angle impacts basketball analysis 1:00:30 -- Ideal co-stars next to Tyrese Haliburton 1:06:45 -- #SteveStories + potential Knicks targets 1:10:15 -- Revisiting the 2012-13 Defensive Player of the Year award 1:14:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 12, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the WNBA draft lottery, explore how the Knicks can adjust without Mitchell Robinson, talk through the latest NBA trade rumors, recap the In-Season Tournament final, then bounce around the league with their weekly observations. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:30 -- W(NBA) News (WNBA draft lottery, Mitchell Robinson) 13:00 -- Transaction chatter (Pascal Siakam, PJ Tucker, Bismack Biyombo/Ja Morant) 20:00 -- In-Season Tournament Recap 44:00 -- Steve has questions (CLE, ORL, DAL vs DEN, LAC vs HOU, BKN vs MIA, MIN vs OKC) 52:00 -- Here come the Bulls? 58:00 -- Teams That Make Us Think (MEM, PHI, TOR) 1:10:00 -- Player Shoutouts 1:15:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 7, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap and preview the latest In-Season Tournament action, give some quick rookie shoutouts, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS: 1:30 -- (W)NBA News (Chet Holmgren, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Jaylen Nowell, Luke Kennard) 3:00 -- IST Recap (IND/BOS, NO/SAC, NYK/MIL, PHX/LAL) 16:30 -- IST Preview (IND/MIL, NO/LAL) 26:30 -- Rookie Shoutouts 38:30 -- Mailbag, starting with Ausar Thompson/Gradey Dick questions 53:00 -- Dereck Lively's importance 57:15 -- Bilal Coulibaly and how to evaluate role player context for rookies 1:03:00 -- How to best utilize non-shooting wings 1:08:15 -- Best way to contextualize team/player stats while prioritizing process over results 1:22:00 -- Higher value: good offensive player or elite defensive player? 1:24:15 -- Shaedon Sharpe's development track 1:29:00 -- Ranking six East guards 1:32:00 -- A series of rank 'ems 1:37:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 5, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, then give their early thoughts on this year's rookie class in their first edition of the 2023-24 Rookie Report. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS: 2:30 -- (W)NBA News (Kristi Toliver, Injury updates) 5:00 -- Early themes from the class 9:00 -- Victor Wembanyama 30:15 -- Chet Holmgren 41:00 -- Brandon Miller 49:00 -- Ausar Thompson 57:45 -- Bilal Coulibaly 1:04:00 -- Dereck Lively II 1:08:45 -- Jordan Hawkins 1:12:00 -- Keyonte George 1:15:30 -- Jaime Jaquez Jr 1:18:00 -- The Blazers (Scoot Henderson, Toumani Camara) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 30, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Joe Viray of Golden State of Mind (SB Nation) to dissect the weird start to the season of the Golden State Warriors. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 28, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take a deeper dive into the Orlando Magic, check back in on the Los Angeles Clippers since their lineup change, discuss how the Atlanta Hawks may adjust without Jalen Johnson, and much more. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Teams That Impressed (CLE, ORL, PHX) 45:00 -- Teams That Make Us Think (LAC, ATL) 1:03:00 -- Player Shoutouts 1:09:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 23, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on the In-Season Tournament standings, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag for some holiday fun. 1:15 -- In-Season Tournament update 8:00 -- Mailbag (starting with how teams prioritize development) 18:00 -- Teams or players that could benefit from more DHO usage 32:15 -- Double-Drag evolution, and the benefits of empty corner actions 41:00 -- Rim-hanging techs and Celtics iso usage 51:15 -- How crowd volume can impact defensive communication 54:00 -- How far can ball and body movement truly take an offense? 1:04:00 -- Craig Porter Jr (Cavs) earning a rotation spot 1:10:15 -- A fun big man and guard hypothetical 1:17:30 -- Biggest (W)NBA player disagreements between Nekias and Steve 1:27:15 -- Fantasy basketball experience 1:31:30 -- Free Throws If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 21, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. examine potential landing spots for Bulls wing Zach LaVine, then bounce around the NBA for their weekly observations. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- NBA news (Zach LaVine, Injury updates) 12:30 -- Teams That Impressed (MIL, MIA, OKC, SAC, BOS) 42:00 -- How concerned, if at all, should we be with the Warriors? 55:00 -- Steve's Questions (DET, DEN and more) 1:01:00 -- Player Shoutouts 1:09:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 16, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Caitlin Cooper for a deep dive into the Indiana Pacers. We discuss their currently-historic offense, Tyrese Haliburton's superstar leap, year two growing pains for Bennedict Mathurin, what's going on with the defense, and much more. You can subscribe to Caitlin's excellent Patreon page -- BASKETBALL, SHE WROTE -- here: https://www.patreon.com/basketballshewrote If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 14, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, salute a pair of Texas teams, dig into the early returns of the James Harden Era in Los Angeles and more. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- NBA news (Andre Iguodala, Michael Malone, Skylar Mays, Injury news) 6:15 -- Teams That Impressed (Starting with Dallas) 16:00 -- Houston Rockets 30:00 -- What's up with the Clippers? 55:45 -- Stray Thoughts (GSW, ORL) 57:45 -- Player Shoutouts 1:07:15 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 9, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest news, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- NBA news (NBA draft coverage, Kevin Knox, Gui Santos, Injury Report) 12:00 -- Mailbag begins (Scouting process + favorite #BigMad moment) 20:26 -- Lineups worthy of push notifications 23:17 -- Devin Booker at point guard 30:35 -- Early thoughts on the Cavaliers 45:42 -- Early Jrue Holiday/Celtics thoughts 49:45 -- Strategies from other sports that could apply to basketball + Magic 3-PG lineups 53:58 -- Gonzaga hoopers in the NBA 59:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 7, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest news, give their early In-Season Tournament thoughts, then bounce around the league with their weekly observations. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- NBA news (Wendell Carter Jr., CJ McCollum, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl) 4:30 -- In-Season Tournament thoughts 7:30 -- Teams That Impressed (ATL, PHI, MIN, UTA) 37:30 -- Teams That Make Us Think (BKN, DET, NY, OKC, MIA) 53:30 -- Player Shoutouts 57:45 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 2, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the James Harden trade from both sides, then answers questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS: 1:00 -- (W)NBA News 6:00 -- James Harden 42:30 -- Mailbag 1:22:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 31, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league to give their opening week takeaways. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Teams That Impressed (DEN, BOS, NO, DET, OKC and more) 40:00 -- Teams That Make Us Think (TOR, CHI, MEM, LAL, NYK and more) 56:00 -- Players That Impressed 1:06:00 -- A quick Trae Young thought 1:07:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 26, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news around the league, circle back to a round of player extensions, then answer opening week questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- NBA News (Phoenix Suns, All-Star game format) 7:00 -- Extension talk (Giannis, Rick Carlisle, Jaden McDaniels, Onyeka Okongwu and more) 17:00 -- Quick opening night thoughts 21:00 -- Mailbag 1:10:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 24, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest (W)NBA news, give some preseason takeaways, then share their award and standings predictions heading into the 2023-24 NBA season. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Nate Tibbetts/Phoenix Mercury 10:30 -- Steven Adams 17:30 -- Andre Iguodala 20:30 -- Terry Stotts/Milwaukee Bucks 24:00 -- Extension talk (Zach Collins, Deni Avdija, Zeke Nnaji) 32:00 -- Preseason takeaways 45:00 -- Award predictions (MVP, DPOY, ROY, MIP, 6MOY, COY) 1:02:30 -- Western Conference predictions 1:04:00 -- Eastern Conference predictions 1:10:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 20, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. celebrate the Las Vegas Aces -- and give a quick salute to the New York Liberty -- to put a bow on the 2023 WNBA season, then preview the Atlantic Division (BOS, BKN, NYK, PHI, TOR) ahead of the 2023-24 NBA season. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS: 1:00 -- Aces-Liberty 32:00 -- Boston Celtics 48:00 -- Brooklyn Nets 1:02:45 -- New York Knicks 1:16:30 -- Philadelphia 76ers 1:28:00 -- Toronto Raptors 1:40:00 -- Atlantic Division prediction + top-10 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 17, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the All-WNBA teams, dig into the New York Liberty's 87-73 victory over the Las Vegas Aces, then preview the Pacific division (GSW, LAC, LAL, PHX, SAC) ahead of the 2023-24 NBA season. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- All-WNBA teams 8:30 -- Aces-Liberty Game 3 41:30 -- Golden State Warriors 55:00 -- Los Angeles Clippers 1:09:30 -- Los Angeles Lakers 1:25:00 -- Phoenix Suns 1:38:30 -- Sacramento Kings 1:46:30 -- Pacific Division predictions + top-10 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 12, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Aces' dominant 104-76 victory over the New York Liberty, bringing the Aces one game away from back-to-back titles. From there, Nekias and Steve preview the Southeast Division (ATL, CHA, MIA, ORL, WAS) ahead of the 2023-24 NBA season. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- (W)NBA News (Teresa Weatherspoon, Kai Jones) 4:00 -- Aces-Liberty 32:00 -- Atlanta Hawks 43:00 -- Charlotte Hornets 54:30 -- Miami Heat 1:11:30 -- Orlando Magic 1:22:30 -- Washington Wizards 1:34:00 -- Division prediction + top-10 players 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 10, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the Aces' 99-82 victory over the New York Liberty, then preview the Northwest Division. TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- NBA News (Joel Embiid, Payton Pritchard) 5:30 -- Aces-Liberty 38:30 -- Denver Nuggets 47:30 -- Minnesota Timberwolves 1:01:30 -- Oklahoma City 1:12:30 -- Portland Trail Blazers 1:24:30 -- Utah Jazz 1:34:00 -- Northwest Division predictions + top-10 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 6, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest news, preview the WNBA Finals between the New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces, wrap up their thoughts on the Southwest Division (Pelicans, Spurs), then preview the Central Division. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:30 -- (W)NBA News (Reggie Bullock, WNBA expansion) 5:00 -- Aces/Liberty preview 39:30 -- New Orleans Pelicans 52:00 -- San Antonio Spurs 1:05:00 -- Southwest division prediction + top-10 players 1:06:30 -- Chicago Bulls 1:20:00 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 1:31:00 -- Detroit Pistons 1:41:00 -- Indiana Pacers 1:51:30 -- Milwaukee Bucks 1:57:30 -- Central division prediction + top-10 players 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 2, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest transaction news -- headlined by the Jrue Holiday trade -- say farewell to the Connecticut Sun and Dallas Wings, then begin their NBA season preview with (most of) the Southwest Division. **Programming note: Due to time, the Pelicans and Spurs will be discussed on the next episode** If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- NBA news (Jrue Holiday, Cam Payne, Reggie Bullock, injury news) 19:00 -- WNBA news (Rookie of the Year, All-Rookie) 22:00 -- Liberty/Sun 32:00 -- Aces/Wings 41:00 -- Dallas Mavericks 58:00 -- Houston Rockets 1:09:30 -- Memphis Grizzlies 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 28, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down all angles of the Damian Lillard trade, discuss the WNBA MVP announcement, recap a pair of Game 2s (Sun/Liberty, Aces/Wings) and talk through potential adjustments moving forward. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Damian Lillard/Jrue Holiday trade 51:00 -- WNBA MVP 1:02:00 -- Liberty/Sun 1:24:00 -- Aces/Wings 1:38:15 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 25, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest (W)NBA news, then dig into a pair of Game 1s from the 2023 WNBA Semifinals. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- (W)NBA News (Lamar Stevens, Defensive Player of the Year, All-Defense) 11:00 -- Liberty-Sun discussion 49:00 -- Aces-Wings discussion 1:18:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 21, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest NBA transaction news, discuss the WNBA award selections we have so far, put a bow on the WNBA's first round, then preview the Aces-Wings and Liberty-Sun series. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIMESTAMPS 1:30 -- NBA news (Kelly Oubre, Jarred Vanderbilt, Taj Gibson, Buddy Hield) 17:00 -- WNBA award winners (Executive of the Year, Coach of the Year, Sixth Player of the Year, Most Improved) 24:30 -- Liberty-Mystics recap 40:00 -- Wings-Dream recap 49:00 -- Aces-Sky recap 52:30 -- Sun-Lynx recap 59:00 -- Aces-Wings preview 1:21:30 -- Liberty-Sun preview 1:39:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 15, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest transaction news, discuss Team USA's early exit and what comes next, then dig into the first pair of Game 1s from the 2023 WNBA Playoffs. TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- NBA News (Cam Payne, Kevin Knox, Tristan Thompson, Trey Murphy III) 6:30 -- Team USA 12:00 -- Sun-Lynx 31:15 -- Aces-Sky 53:30 -- Mailbag 1:21:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 12, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler (WNBA.com, They've Got Now) to survey the WNBA's free agency landscape following the latest round of extensions, discuss his official award picks, then preview the first round of the WNBA Playoffs. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- WNBA News (Jewell Loyd, Kahleah Copper, Betnijah Laney, Kayla McBride) 12:30 -- Mark's ballot reveal (starting with MVP) 27:30 -- Defensive Player of the Year 31:30 -- Rookie of the Year 32:00 -- Sixth Player of the Year 34:45 -- Most Improved + Coach of the Year 43:45 -- All-Defense 47:00 -- All-Rookie 49:00 -- All-WNBA 1:01:30 -- Aces-Sky 1:15:00 -- Wings-Dream 1:28:00 -- Liberty-Mystics 1:42:00 -- Sun-Lynx 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 7, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Christian Wood signing, check in on FIBA World Cup play, update the WNBA playoff picture, then give their last round of award takes. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- (W)NBA News (Christian Wood, Danny Green, Trey Murphy III, Kristi Tolliver, Shakira Austin) 17:00 -- FIBA World Cup (Team USA, Canada, Semi-Final preview) 30:00 -- WNBA playoff check-in (Dream clinch, Sky vs Sparks for last spot) 35:00 -- Awards check-in (starting with MVP) 53:00 -- Defensive Player of the Year 57:30 -- 6th Player of the Year 1:00:00 -- Most Improved Player 1:12:15 -- Rookie of the Year (we were aligned) 1:12:30 -- Coach of the Year 1:23:30 -- All-Rookie 1:24:30 -- All-WNBA 1:29:30 -- All-Defense 1:31:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 5, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the latest signings in the NBA, react to a one-loss weekend from Team USA and Canada, check in on the Dallas Wings and more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- (W)NBA News (JaVale McGee, Svi Mykhaliuk, Harry Giles III, Kayla Thornton) 13:00 -- FIBA World Cup (Team USA, Team Canada) 38:00 -- WNBA Playoff Check-in (Standings check, Dallas Wings) 1:05:30 -- Mailbag 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 31, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. go over the new All-Defense rules for the WNBA, recap Team USA's dominant win over Jordan + their lineup change, check in on the surging Washington Mystics, gift-giving etiquette and more! If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- WNBA News (Players of the Week, Award schedule, All-Defense changes) 7:30 -- FIBA World Cup (Team USA, Josh Giddey love) 29:00 -- Washington Mystics 43:15 -- Los Angeles Sparks 51:50 -- Other Thoughts (Chicago Sky, Indiana Fever, Atlanta Dream fan experience) 1:01:30 -- Mailbag 1:20:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 29, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the early goings of the FIBA Basketball World Cup, discuss the latest Aces-Liberty matchup, check in on the growing (?) Atlanta Dream and more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- (W)NBA News (PJ Washington, Nia Coffey) 11:00 -- FIBA World Cup (USA, Canada, France, shoutouts) 40:00 -- Aces-Liberty 1:07:30 -- Atlanta Dream 1:23:30 -- Mailbag + Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 25, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. talk through their early Team USA takeaways heading into the FIBA Basketball World Cup, celebrate A'ja Wilson's ridiculous 53-point game and what it could mean for the MVP race, discuss the importance of (spacing) context through the lens of Ja Morant, and much more! If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- James Harden/Damian Lillard updates 8:15 -- NBA Free Agency news (JaVale McGee/Markieff Morris, Skal Labissiere) 13:00 -- Team USA 30:00 -- A'ja Wilson/MVP discussion 54:30 -- Mailbag 1:26:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 21, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their early NBA schedule thoughts, talk through the state of young free agents, check in on the reeling Connecticut Sun and more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- NBA schedule release 15:15 -- OKC Thunder (Lindy Waters III, TyTy Washington, Usman Garuba) 21:00 -- Connecticut Sun 35:20 -- Aerial Powers/Minnesota Lynx 42:20 -- Team/Player shout-outs & thoughts 48:45 -- Mailbag 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 17, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dig into the New York Liberty's win over the Las Vegas Aces, check in on the WNBA's middle class, then give their updated award selections with roughly ten games to go in the season. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- Aces-Liberty 39:25 -- Aces roster construction 48:00 -- Belief or Doubt? (DAL, ATL, MIN, WAS, CHI, LA) 1:21:00 -- Award check-in (MVP, DPOY, ROY, All-Rookie, 6POY, All-WNBA, All-Defense) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 15, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest in the James Harden saga, react to the NBA's opening night and Christmas slates, preview the Aces-Liberty matchups happening this week (Tuesday, Thursday), then answer questions from the mailbag. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:30 -- James Harden 25:00 -- NBA schedule leaks 33:00 -- Free agency news (Josh Hart, Derrick Jones Jr.) 42:15 -- Aces-Liberty 1:06:30 -- Mailbag 1:27:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 11, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr to talk all things New York Liberty. Offensive growth, an elite defense flying under the radar, Sabrina Ionescu's historic shooting season, Betnijah Laney's importance, bench questions and much, much more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 7, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest NBA news, dig deep into the New York Liberty's dismantling of the Las Vegas Aces, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:30 -- NBA News (Ricky Rubio, Anthony Davis, Garrett Temple, Frank Ntilikina) 12:30 -- Aces-Liberty discussion 39:30 -- WNBA thoughts/shoutouts 44:30 -- Mailbag 1:17:15 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 4, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Las Vegas Aces assistant coach/head of player development Tyler Marsh to talk about his unique coaching career, all things Aces, and a preview of SummerSlam. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 31, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Damian Lillard memo, check in on the Indiana Fever, explain how they approach the "Best Player in the WNBA" discussion and much more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:45 -- Steve's HoopsGrid strategy 3:30 -- Damian Lillard (and Two-Way updates) 11:30 -- Minnesota Lynx w/o Napheesa Collier 16:15 -- Indiana Fever 34:00 -- Coach of the Year race 43:30 -- Best Player in the W 56:15 -- Mailbag 1:08:15 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 27, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss Jaylen Brown's max extension, the latest with the Las Vegas Aces, check in on a couple of WNBA award races, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- Jaylen Brown discussion 12:30 -- Aces (Candace Parker, Riquna Williams) 20:45 -- Awards check-in (MVP, ROY, All-WNBA) 37:15 -- Mailbag 1:14:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 21, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the latest NBA signings, dig into what Candace Parker's ankle injury could mean for the Aces, check in on the W's non-contender class and more. 3:00 -- NBA News (Kings, Jazz, Nets, Hawks) 14:30 -- WNBA News (Aces, Sparks, Mystics) 20:00 -- WNBA Thoughts (Mercury, Wings, Dream) 32:30 -- Mailbag 54:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 18, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr react to the latest NBA news, give their takeaways from WNBA All-Star weekend, then discuss their WNBA award picks through the midway point of the season. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:45 -- NBA news (Suns, Lonzo Ball, Summer League awards) 19:30 -- WNBA All-Star takeaways 46:00 -- Awards check-in (starting with MVP) 58:00 -- Defensive Player of the Year 1:01:00 -- Rookie of the Year 1:03:45 -- Sixth Player of the Year 1:07:15 -- Most Improved Player 1:11:10 -- All-WNBA 1:15:30 -- All-Defensive 1:18:20 -- All-Rookie 1:19:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 14, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the latest news, go through a second round of Summer League shoutouts, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- (W)NBA News (Rhyne Howard, All-Star Competition news, Isaiah Stewart) 19:00 -- Hornets/Blazers 23:30 -- Summer League shoutouts 37:15 -- Mailbag 1:06:25 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 11, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest (W)NBA news, then give their weekend takeaways from Las Vegas Summer League. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- WNBA All-Star Draft results 8:00 -- NBA In-Season Tournament 22:15 -- Transaction updates (Bol Bol, Damian Lillard/Joe Cronin update, Gregg Popovich, Paul Reed, Dario Saric, We Found Patty Mills) 37:00 -- Victor Wembanyama 54:00 -- Brandon Miller update 57:00 -- Scoot Henderson 1:02:00 -- Amen & Ausar Thompson 1:11:30 -- Summer League Shoutouts 1:17:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 6, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest NBA news, give early Summer League takeaways, react to the latest WNBA news, then draft their own WNBA All-Star rosters. TIME STAMPS 0:45 -- Bol Bol 2:30 -- Damian Lillard 12:30 -- NBA Free Agency (Malik Beasley, Mo Bamba, Grant Williams, Matisse Thybulle) 32:00 -- Early Summer League thoughts 53:00 -- WNBA news ("Unrivaled" league) 58:00 -- Fever/Mystics trade 1:04:00 -- Shoutouts (Aces, Lynx) 1:08:30 -- WNBA All-Star mock draft 1:14:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 3, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest WNBA news, then give their early thoughts on a jam-packed opening weekend of NBA free agency. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:50 -- WNBA All-Star reserves 3:15 -- James Wade joining the Toronto Raptors 11:00 -- Damian Lillard 25:15 -- Early Free Agency winners (PHX/LAL/CLE/IND) 55:30 -- Teams that make us think (DEN, DET, HOU, ATL, MIN. TOR) 1:12:00 -- Underrated signings so far 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 30, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest off-season news and rumors, break down the Las Vegas Aces' big win over the New York Liberty, and give their All-Star reserve thoughts. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- Nikola Vucevic 10:00 -- The Kings (Harrison Barnes, Chris Duarte trade) 16:00 -- James Harden 28:15 -- Other rumors 31:00 -- WNBA news (Shakira Austin, Odyssey Sims, Gabby Williams) 33:00 -- Aces-Liberty 53:00 -- WNBA All-Star reserves 1:01:00 -- Mailbag 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 27, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the John Collins trade (finally), react to the Naz Reid extension, bounce around the latest WNBA news, answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag, and close things out with Free Throws. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- John Collins trade 23:45 -- Naz Reid re-signing/What it means for Minnesota 36:00 -- Vanessa Nygaard, Phoenix Mercury part ways 43:15 -- Bri Jones (Connecticut Sun) out for season/What it means for Connecticut 47:15 -- WNBA All-Star starters announced 1:01:10 -- Mailbag 1:07:15 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 23, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the latest big trades in the NBA, give their early NBA Draft thoughts, then close things out with Free Throws. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Celtics/Wizards/Grizzlies trade (Kristaps Porzingis/Marcus Smart/Tyus Jones) 33:30 -- Warriors/Wizards trade (Chris Paul/Jordan Poole) 53:30 -- Early draft thoughts (POR/UTA/MIA/CHA/OKC/DAL/ORL/HOU) 1:08:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 19, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest (W)NBA news -- highlighted by the Bradley Beal trade -- then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 3:00 -- Destanni Henderson/Sparks 4:00 -- Draymond Green 12:45 -- Bradley Beal discussion 56:00 -- Mailbag 1:18:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 16, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest NBA news, react to the first returns for WNBA All-Star voting, then bounce around the W with observations. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 2:30 -- Ja Morant 9:30 -- Front office news (Hornets, Warriors) 12:30 -- Team USA (FIBA World Cup) roster thoughts 16:00 -- Bradley Beal 32:30 -- WNBA News (All-Star, Emily Engstler, Odyssey Sims) 42:00 -- Teams That Impressed (Fever, Storm, Dream) 59:00 -- Teams That Make Us Think (Sun, Mystics) 1:11:50 -- Players That Impressed 1:16:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 13, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. celebrate the Denver Nuggets' first NBA title, salute the Miami Heat for their unique path, then bounce around both leagues for the latest news. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- Lasting Finals/Nuggets thoughts 38:20 -- Lasting Heat thoughts 55:00 -- The NBA is fun! 1:00:30 -- (W)NBA news (Raptors, Bucks, WNBA Players of the Week) 1:10:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 8, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the Denver Nuggets' 109-94 win over the Miami Heat, react to the latest news across the NBA & WNBA, list their way-too-early WNBA All-Star starters, then cap things off with Free Throws. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:45 -- Heat-Nuggets discussion 53:45 -- Chris Paul 59:30 -- WNBA news 1:03:20 -- All-Star discussion 1:16:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 5, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their takes on the Miami Heat's 111-108 victory over the Denver Nuggets, talk through some of the latest coaching hires in the NBA, recap the weekend from the WNBA, then end with Free Throws. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Heat-Nuggets discussion 53:00 -- NBA (coaching) news 57:00 -- WNBA weekend takeaways 1:09:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 2, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down what happened in Denver's 104-93 win over the Miami Heat, plus potential adjustments we may see in Game 2. From there, they react to the WNBA and NBA news cycle from the past few days, then end with Free Throws. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 0:45 -- NBA Finals Game 1 thoughts 49:00 -- WNBA news -- Injury updates + Player/Rookie/Coach of the Month thoughts 56:40 -- NBA News -- Bob Myers, Monty Williams, Frank Vogel 1:06:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 30, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest coaching news, talk through their latest WNBA observations, then preview the 2023 NBA Finals between the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- NBA coaching news (Bucks, Sixers) 11:30 -- WNBA thoughts (Aces, Fever, Liberty, Sky, Wings) 30:15 -- NBA Finals preview 1:13:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 26, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down a pair of wins from the Boston Celtics (1:00), give quick WNBA thoughts from the week (23:00), then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag (28:00). If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 23, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the Heat's commanding lead in the Eastern Conference Finals, give their lasting thoughts on the Western Conference Finals, then give their opening weekend takeaways for the 2023 WNBA season before closing with Free Throws. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot If you have NBA or WNBA questions you'd like answered on the next episode, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com . TIME STAMPS 1:30 - Heat/Celtics 23:30 - Lakers/Nuggets 41:15 - WNBA opening weekend thoughts 1:06:30 - Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 18, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down each Game 1 of the Conference Finals, then preview the upcoming WNBA season. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- Lakers/Nuggets 25:30 -- Heat/Cetlcis 45:00 -- WNBA preview 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 15, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the WNBA's preseason game in Canada, talk through the Monty Williams firing, then break down this year's Conference Finals. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:00 -- WNBA Canada game 7:30 -- Suns fire Monty Williams (and thoughts on coaching discourse) 20:30 -- Heat/Celtics preview 48:20 -- Lakers/Nuggets preview 1:11:30 -- Where the Knicks & Sixers go from here 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 12, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest award announcements, check back in on each second-round series, then close the pod with Free Throws. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:00 -- All-Defensive teams 3:00 -- All-NBA teams 5:00 -- Knicks/Heat 17:30 -- Lakers/Warriors 28:30 -- Celtics/76ers 41:45 -- Nuggets/Suns 58:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 9, 2023
With four games in the books, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take stock of each second-round series. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:00 -- Bucks/Mike Budenholzer 4:00 -- All-Rookie Teams 7:30 -- Celtics/Sixers 27:50 -- Nuggets/Suns 47:30 -- Warriors/Lakers 1:01:00 -- Knicks/Heat 1:14:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 4, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest playoff action, discuss Chris Paul's absence, then cap things off with Free Throws. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:30 -- Lakers/Warriors 20:00 -- Heat/Knicks 32:00 -- Sixers/Celtics 48:00 -- Chris Paul thoughts 52:00 -- Free throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 2, 2023
For episode 200, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their early second-round thoughts, preview an exciting-yet-confusing Lakers-Warriors series, then briefly discuss where the recently-eliminated Atlanta Hawks and Sacramento Kings go from here. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:30 -- Celtics/Sixers 16:00 -- Nuggets/Suns 31:00 -- Knicks/Heat 50:30 -- Warriors/Lakers 1:10:10 -- Hawks thoughts 1:13:00 -- Kings thoughts 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 27, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. get you ready for Nuggets-Suns and Knicks-Heat, bounce around the remaining first-round series, then bid adieu to the teams that have been eliminated. If you’d like to join our online Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- Nuggets/Suns preview 27:00 -- Knicks/Heat preview 48:30 -- Celtics/Hawks thoughts 54:30 -- Grizzlies/Lakers thoughts 1:01:20 -- Kings/Warriors thoughts 1:10:00 -- Where do they go from here (MIL, CLE, MIN, LAC) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 24, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the Brooklyn Nets, briefly look ahead with the Philadelphia 76ers, then check in on the rest of the first round. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 0:40 -- Sixers/Nets closing thoughts 8:20 -- Grizzlies/Lakers 18:50 -- Bucks/Heat 29:00 -- Kings/Warriors 41:20 -- Cavs/Knicks 51:20 -- Celtics/Hawks 56:40 -- Suns/Clippers 1:01:50 -- Nuggets/Wolves 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 20, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to every Game 2, giving their primary takeaways, asking key questions, and suggesting possible adjustments heading into the weekend's slate of games. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS: 1:00 - Sixers vs Nets 14:00 - Kings vs Warriors 22:00 - Cavs vs Knicks 33:00 - Suns-Clippers 42:00 - Lakers vs Grizzlies 54:00 - Bucks vs Heat 1:03:00 - Nuggets vs Wolves 1:15:00 - Celtics vs Hawks 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 17, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to every Game 1 from the weekend, giving their primary takeaways, asking key questions, and suggesting possible adjustments heading into Game 2. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS (pod): 1:10 - Sixers vs Nets 11:30 - Celtics vs Hawks 19:00 - Knicks vs Cavaliers 31:10 - Kings vs Warriors 43:30 - Lakers vs Grizzlies 52:40 - Bucks vs Heat 1:01:20 - Clippers vs Suns 1:10:00 - Nuggets vs Wolves 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 14, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are here to continue getting you ready for the postseason! Topics include: Where the Raptors (1:00) and Pelicans (5:00) go from here; If the Heat can hit the right notes against the Bulls (10:00); Rudy Gobert's potential impact against the Thunder (18:10); What to look for in a potential Heat-Bucks (27:00) or Bulls-Bucks series (28:30); What to look for in a potential Wolves-Nuggets (30:45) or Thunder-Nuggets series (32:30); What openings the Hawks could find against the Celtics (34:20); The half-court battle between the Lakers & Grizzlies (51:00); and the return of our Free Throw segment (1:10:00). If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 11, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. get you ready for the Play-In Tournament, as well as the playoff series that are currently set in stone. Topics include: How the Heat may attack Trae Young on both ends; How the Timberwolves can adjust without Rudy Gobert, Jaden McDaniels, and Naz Reid; Zach LaVine’s importance in light of how the Raptors defend and match up; If the Thunder and Pelicans can crowd the paint and bother each other’s stars; How the Nets’ switching could bother the Sixers, and potential counters; Draymond Green’s matchup versatility, and how the Kings can counter; The interior battle between the Cavaliers and the Knicks; What kind of cross-matching we can expect in Suns-Clippers. If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 7, 2023
We have a mega episode! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler to recap both March Madness title games (2:30), then give lasting thoughts on the non-playoff or play-in teams (13:00). Then, Nekias and Steve go through their end-of-season award selections (1:26:30). If you'd like to join the Dunker Spot online watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot Teams discussed: ORL, WAS, CHA, DET, SAS, HOU, IND, POR Awards, in order: Clutch Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, MVP, DPOY, 6MOY, MIP, ROY, All-Rookie, All-Defensive, All-NBA 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 3, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton to talk about his season, Wrestlemania, streaming and more. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 31, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. briefly check in on the Clippers' rotation tweaks (1:00), talk through the questions they have about the East's playoff teams (6:00), then end with Free Throws (1:56:00). Teams discussed: MIL, BOS, PHI, CLE, NYK, BKN* If you'd like to join our online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 28, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr react to the latest news (1:00), talk through the questions they have about West playoff teams (15:00), then end with Free Throws (1:28:00). Teams discussed: DEN, MEM, SAC, PHX, LAC, GSW If you'd like to join our online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 24, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take stock of the teams battling for the West play-in spots. If you'd like to join our online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 21, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take stock of the teams battling for the East play-in spots. If you'd like to join our online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 16, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest NBA news (Ja Morant, Meyers Leonard, Kris Dunn, Moses Brown), then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you ever have basketball questions for us, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. If you'd like to join our online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 14, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest news, bounce around the league with general observations, then cap things off with Free Throws. Teams discussed with time estimates: PHI (17:00), LAC (36:00), GSW (40:00), IND (47:00), DEN (55:00) If you'd like to join the online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 9, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by ESPN & Sacramento Kings play-by-play announcer Mark Jones to discuss the Sacramento Kings -- with a little Miami Heat (1:28:00) and MVP talk (1:33:00) at the end. If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 7, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest free agency and injury news (2:00), discuss the latest concerning Ja Morant (17:00), and check in on some playoff teams (24:00) before closing out with Free Throws. Teams mentioned: PHI, MIL, BOS, NYK, GSW, PHX, MIA If you'd like to join our online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 3, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest news, give their thoughts on Kevin Durant's Suns debut, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 28, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their thoughts on one of the wildest NBA weekends in recent memory, discuss the teams and players that have stood out to them lately, then bounce around with Free Throws. If you'd like to join our online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so with this link: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 24, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to Nate McMillan's firing, discuss the teams and players they're keeping a closer eye on post-All-Star break, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag (dunkerspot@yahoo.com). If you'd like to join the online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 21, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dig into the latest transaction news, then give their thoughts on this year's All-Star Weekend. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 17, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest news, preview All-Star Weekend, draft their own (ethical) All-Star teams, then answer questions from the mailbag. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 14, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest (W)NBA news, give their first impressions of players on new teams, then bounce around the league with observations. If you'd like to join our online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 10, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest WNBA news, then dig into an active trade deadline day. If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIME STAMPS 1:00 -- (W)NBA news (Aces, Tiffany Hayes trade, Sky, Storm, Jaylen Brown/All-Star) 16:00 -- Kevin Durant 43:00 -- Russell Westbrook (LAL/UTA/MIN) 1:02:00 -- Josh Hart/Cam Reddish (POR/NYK) 1:16:00 -- Jakob Poeltl (SA/TOR) 1:24:00 -- Mike Muscala (OKC/BOS) 1:28:00 -- Jae Crowder (PHX/MIL/IND) 1:36:00 -- Thomas Bryant/Devon Reed (LAL/DEN) 1:40:00 -- POR/PHI/CHA trade 1:46:00 -- Dario Saric/Darius Bazley (PHX/OKC) 1:48:00 -- Bones Hyland (DEN/LAC) 1:55:00 -- GSW/POR/DET/ATL trade 2:03:00 -- HOU/ATL + HOU/LAC/MEM trades 2:09:00 -- Patrick Beverley/Mo Bamba (LAL/ORL) 2:12:15 -- Josh Richardson/Devonte' Graham (SA/NO) 2:14:00 -- Mason Plumlee/Reggie Jackson (CHA/LAC) 2:16:00 -- Buyout candidates 2:24:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 7, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the Kyrie Irving trade from all angles, then bounce around the league with observations. If you'd like to take part of our Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:30 -- Kyrie Irving trade, part one 26:00 -- NBA (All-Star) news 44:00 -- Teams That Impressed (LAC, PHX, MIL, MIN) 1:30:00 -- Kyrie Irving trade, part two (BKN portion) 1:40:00 -- Teams That Make Us Think (POR) 1:52:00 -- Players That Impressed 2:00:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 3, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap day one of WNBA free agency (1:30), give their early All-Star reserve thoughts (35:30), then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag (1:05:20). If you'd like to join our online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 31, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down a busy weekend of transaction news (4:30), then are joined by Justin Rowan and Carter Rodriguez of The Chase Down podcast to talk all things Cleveland Cavaliers (31:00). If you'd like to join our online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 27, 2023
Nekias Duncan and (the new) Steve Jones Jr. give their early (fake) award ballots, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. If you'd like to join the online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can use this link: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 1:30 -- NBA News (Suns, Bobby Portis, Steven Adams) 7:00 -- MVP 23:30 -- Coach of the Year 32:00 -- Defensive Player of the Year update 43:00 -- Rookie of the Year 49:00 -- Sixth Man of the Year 54:45 -- Most Improved Player 1:02:00 -- All-Defensive Team updates 1:06:30 -- All-Rookie Teams 1:09:30 -- All-NBA Teams 1:21:30 -- Mailbag 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 24, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler of WNBA.com to discuss the early moves and rumors of WNBA free agency, then dig into under-the-radar NBA rookies. If you'd like to join the online Dunker Spot watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIMESTAMPS 2:00 -- (W)NBA news 15:00 -- WNBA offseason discussion 1:17:00 -- Jeremy Sochan 1:25:30 -- Mark Williams 1:31:00 -- Malaki Branham 1:38:00 -- Walker Kessler 1:43:30 -- Jaylin Williams + Orlando Robinson 1:51:00 -- Shoutouts (Ochai Agbaji, Jabari Walker, Max Christie) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 20, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Jackson Frank of Liberty Ballers (SB Nation) and Dime Uproxx to discuss all things Sixers. If you'd like to join the Dunker Spot online watch parties, you can join here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIMESTAMPS 3:00 -- (W)NBA News (Allisha Gray*, Mitchell Robinson, Christian Wood) 11:00 -- All-Star update 23:00 -- Sixers discussion 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 18, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Monica McNutt of ESPN (and everywhere else) to discuss the latest trades in the WNBA (1:00) before analyzing the New York Knicks (14:10). For those who want to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties, you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 13, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss all things defense: this year's trends, pet peeves, the best teams, award races and more. TIMESTAMPS 2:30 -- (W)NBA News 14:30 -- Trends/Pet Peeves 33:30 -- Teams That Impressed (MIL, MEM, BOS, CLE, NO, BKN, OKC, PHI) 56:00 -- Teams That Disappointed (GSW, DEN, TOR, MIN, DAL) 1:10:00 -- Award Talk (DPOY, All-Defensive Teams) 1:20:00 -- Mailbag 2:04:10 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 10, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the latest news, then talk about all things offense: trends, pet peeves, scheme thoughts and more. 1:00 -- (W)NBA news 8:20 -- Offensive trends 22:30 -- Pet Peeves 31:00 -- Teams That Impressed (SAC, UTA, BKN, POR, OKC, BOS, DEN, IND, WAS) 53:10 -- Teams That Disappointed (LAC, HOU, MIA) 1:15:30 -- Top 10 Offensive Players 1:20:00 -- Mailbag 1:44:10 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 6, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the latest NBA news, discuss the first returns for All-Star voting, reflect on the recent run of excellence in the NBA, then answer questions from the mailbag. For those interested in joining our Dunker Spot online watch parties, you can find our room here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot TIMESTAMPS 2:30 -- NBA news (BOS-SA trade, Zion Williamson, Kelly Oubre) 10:00 -- All-Star discussion 38:30 -- Appreciating the NBA's recent scoring binge 49:00 -- Mailbag 2:00:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 3, 2023
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. kick off the new year by bouncing around the league with their weekly observations. TIME STAMPS 0:20 -- Nekias gets trolled 5:00 -- Teams that impressed (MEM, GSW, IND) 27:30 -- Teams that make us think (MIN, HOU, WAS, UTA) 1:00:40 -- Players that impressed 1:07:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 30, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. cap off 2022 by discussing the teams and players they feel good about, and have questions for heading into the new year. Then, they answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag (dunkerspot@yahoo.com) before closing things out with the Free Throw segment. 2:00 -- NBA News (Devin Booker, Poku, James Harden) 21:00 -- Teams We're Feeling Good About (BKN, DEN, DAL, BOS, NO) 35:00 -- Players That Impressed 38:00 -- Teams That Make Us Think (MIL, CHI, SAC, CLE, PHI, LAL, MIN, TOR, PHX) 49:45 -- Players Making Us Think 1:00:00 -- Mailbag 1:47:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 23, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the Christmas Day slate, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. 1:30 -- (W)NBA News (PHX, ATL) 9:30 -- Sixers-Knicks 21:00 -- Lakers-Mavs 30:40 -- Bucks-Celtics 47:30 -- Grizzlies-Warriors 1:05:30 -- Suns-Nuggets 1:12:00 -- Mailbag 2:03:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 20, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest news around the league, then bounce around for their weekly observations. 1:30 -- Injury news (Anthony Davis, Joe Ingles) 9:40 -- Tyrell Terry's early retirement 19:20 -- Teams That Impressed (NYK, BKN, PHI, ORL) 48:20 -- Teams That Make Us Think (CHI, UTA, GSW) 1:02:50 -- Players That Impressed 1:07:10 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 15, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss some players that have impressed them of late, then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. 1:10 -- (W)NBA news update 2:30 -- Players that impressed 9:30 -- Mailbag 58:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 13, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take stock of the top seeds in each conference and discuss their (early) title hopes. TIMESTAMPS 1:10 -- Boston Celtics 15:00 -- Milwaukee Bucks 41:00 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 1:04:20 -- Teams to watch 1:18:00 -- New Orleans Pelicans 1:26:30 -- Memphis Grizzlies 1:36:45 -- Denver Nuggets 1:47:30 -- Teams To Watch 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 9, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler (WNBA.com, The Athletic, Dime, Tag The Roll, Indy Cornrows) with updates and new takes on this year's NBA rookie class. 1:30 -- Brittney Griner 4:30 -- Paolo Banchero 21:30 -- Jabari Smith 38:00 -- Keegan Murray 56:15 -- Jaden Ivey 1:11:30 -- The Pacers (Bennedict Mathurin, Andrew Nembhard) 1:41:10 -- Shaedon Sharpe 1:52:00 -- Dyson Daniels 2:02:30 -- Jalen Williams 2:12:10 -- AJ Griffin 2:24:20 -- Mailbag 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 6, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Trae Young/Nate McMillan situation, then bounce around the league for their weekly observations. 1:30 -- Trae Young/Nate McMillan 12:10 -- Dean Wade/Cavs 14:00 -- Teams That Impressed (NO, MEM, PHX, LAL, BKN) 40:30 -- Teams That Make Us Think (DEN, NYK, WAS, PHI) 1:15:30 -- Players That Impressed 1:21:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 1, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Al Horford extension (0:40), take a way-too-early look at the All-Star teams (3:00), then answer questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag (23:30). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 29, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with their observations from the week. 2:30 -- Kemba Walker signing 5:00 -- Teams that impressed (GSW, DET, PHI, MIA, BOS) 37:30 -- Teams that make us think (NO, DAL) 1:10:20 -- Players that impressed 1:17:49 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 23, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by ESPN's Zach Lowe to discuss his process (1:00) and bounce around the league (7:00) before capping things off with a Dunker Spot mailbag (1:11:50). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 22, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. touch on the latest injury news, then bounce around the NBA with their weekly observations. 1:45 -- Injury news 8:45 -- Teams that impressed (SAC, LAL) 35:00 -- Teams that make us think (CHI, MIN, CLE, LAC) 1:11:40 -- Players that impressed 1:20:00 -- Players that make us think 1:25:40 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 18, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss the Washington Mystics' head coaching change (0:55) and the latest injury news (5:15), then answer a wide range of questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag (13:00). We had fun with this one. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 15, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with observations from the week. 1:20 -- Jacque Vaughn thoughts 3:10 -- Teams that impressed (BKN, BOS, WAS, IND) 45:00 -- Teams that make us think (DAL, NO, MIA) 1:24:10 -- Players that impressed 1:31:10 -- Players that make us think 1:34:15 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 11, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by David (formerly) of The IV Point Play to dig into the Phoenix Suns' hot start. 2:00 -- Scheme changes 16:30 -- Devin Booker 32:00 -- Chris Paul 49:20 -- Wing Talk (Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson) 1:17:00 -- Deandre Ayton 1:38:00 -- Bench discussion 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 8, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest (W)NBA news, then bounce around with weekly observations. 1:30 -- News items (Latricia Trammell/Wings, Kyrie Irving, Injuries) 21:10 -- Teams that impressed (ATL, TOR) 48:20 -- Teams that make us think (GSW, SAC, CHI) 1:11:40 -- Players that impressed 1:19:05 -- Players that make us think 1:24:30 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 4, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest (W)NBA news, then give their first impressions of this year's rookie class. TIMESTAMPS 0:40 -- Latest news (Christie Sides/James Harden/The Nets) 29:00 -- Paolo Banchero 38:45 -- Jabari Smith 52:45 -- Keegan Murray 1:04:20 -- Jaden Ivey 1:15:30 -- Bennedict Mathurin 1:21:30 -- Shaedon Sharpe 1:26:30 -- Jeremy Sochan 1:31:00 -- Jalen Duren 1:33:30 -- Tari Eason 1:35:40 -- Christian Braun 1:38:45 -- Rookie Mailbag (featuring Koloko/Hardy/Davis/others) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 1, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the news from the weekend, then bounce around the league with observations. TIMESTAMPS 1:40 -- NBA news (Josh Primo, Bojan Bogdanovic, Sixers) 13:30 -- Teams That Impressed (MIL, MEM, CLE, OKC) 39:20 -- Teams that make us think (LAC, HOU) 51:40 -- Players that impressed 58:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 28, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest injury news (0:45), then turn to the mailbag to answer questions about the first week-plus of games (10:45). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 25, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Los Angeles Sparks hiring Curt Miller away from the Connecticut Sun, then give their opening week takeaways for the 2022-23 NBA season. TIMESTAMPS 1:00 -- Curt Miller/Sparks 6:45 -- Teams that impressed (BOS, POR, PHX, MIL, SA, UTA) 43:45 -- Teams that made us think (MIA, PHI, MIN) 1:15:00 -- Players that impressed 1:20:50 -- Players that made us think 1:27:00 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 18, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by ESPN's Doris Burke to break down the latest news (2:30), discuss her process (36:45), and make way-too-early season predictions (1:09:20) before ending with a mailbag (1:34:00). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 14, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. wrap up their division preview series with the Southwest Division (DAL/HOU/MEM/NO/SA). TIMESTAMPS 1:40 -- Dallas Mavericks 35:10 -- Houston Rockets 1:06:30 -- Memphis Grizzlies 1:29:40 -- New Orleans Pelicans 1:53:00 -- San Antonio Spurs 2:15:45 -- Division and Player ranking (10) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 11, 2022
TIMESTAMPS 0:30 -- Atlanta Hawks 38:30 -- Charlotte Hornets 1:07:20 -- Miami Heat 1:55:10 -- Orlando Magic 2:15:10 -- Washington Wizards 2:42:40 -- Division & player ranking (10) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 7, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr discuss the play of Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson, then preview the Pacific Division. TIMESTAMPS: 1:00 -- Scoot Henderson and Victor Wembanyama thoughts 24:20 -- Golden State Warriors 49:40 -- LA Clippers 1:26:30 -- LA Lakers 1:57:45 -- Phoenix Suns 2:37:10 -- Sacramento Kings 3:03:45 -- Division + Player ranking (10) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 4, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give early preseason takeaways, discuss the latest NBA news, then preview the Central Division. TIMESTAMPS 1:40 -- Preseason thoughts 9:30 -- Northwest Division rankings (we forgot last episode) 12:40 -- Contract news 19:20 -- Chicago Bulls 47:00 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 1:13:40 -- Detroit Pistons 1:39:30 -- Indiana Pacers 2:01:00 -- Milwaukee Bucks 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 30, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the Northwest Division. 1:45 -- Trade talk 7:30 -- Denver Nuggets 45:15 -- Minnesota Timberwolves 1:15:00 -- Oklahoma City Thunder 1:46:15 -- Portland Trail Blazers 2:10:00 -- Utah Jazz 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 27, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their Media Day takeaways, then preview the Atlantic Division. 2:10 -- Media Day thoughts 14:40 -- Boston Celtics 46:20 -- Brooklyn Nets 1:15:00 -- New York Knicks 1:39:10 -- Philadelphia 76ers 2:06:45 -- Toronto Raptors 2:33:20 -- Top 10 players + prediction 2:37:40 -- Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 23, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap Team USA's win over Belgium, discuss the latest NBA news, then close things out with a mailbag. TIMESTAMPS 1:00 -- Aces parade 5:00 -- USA-Belgium 12:00 -- Robert Sarver 14:30 -- Pistons-Jazz trade 25:00 -- Injury news (Lonzo Ball, Robert Williams III, Kawhi Leonard) 31:30 -- Ime Udoka 41:30 -- Mailbag/Free Throws 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 20, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones put a bow on the WNBA Finals (2:30), catch up on the latest news (34:30), then close things out with mailbag questions (1:00:00) and Free Throws (1:32:00). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 13, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap Game 1 of the WNBA Finals (2:00) before closing things out with questions and free throws (49:00). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 9, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Connecticut Sun's Game 5 victory over the Chicago Sky, then preview the WNBA Finals between the Sun and the Las Vegas Aces. TIMESTAMPS 0:25 -- Sun-Sky wrap-up 21:00 -- Aces-Storm wrap-up 32:00 -- Aces-Sun preview 50:20 -- Mailbag 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 6, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss a gritty Game 3 between the Chicago Sky and Connecticut Sun (1:10), recap an instant classic between the Las Vegas Aces and Seattle Storm (19:45), then close things out with Free Throws (57:30). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 2, 2022
In a jam-packed episode, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. analyze the Donovan Mitchell trade (1:10), react to the latest WNBA award announcements (29:00), and give their Game 2 reactions to Sun-Sky (46:35) and Storm-Aces (1:03:00) before closing things out with Free Throws (1:26:40). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 30, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Most Improved Player results (1:30), give their Game 1 reactions for Aces-Storm (7:20) and Sky-Sun (38:00), then end things with Free Throws (1:02:10). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 26, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by ESPN's Monica McNutt to break down the second round of the WNBA Playoffs. TIMESTAMPS 1:00 -- Lakers-Jazz trade 10:40 -- Chet Holmgren injury 14:40 -- WNBA awards 16:30 -- New York Liberty wrap-up 26:40 -- Dallas Wings wrap-up 34:30 -- Sky-Sun preview 48:00 -- Aces-Storm preview 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 23, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the NBA (2:20) before continuing their first-round coverage of the WNBA playoffs (12:30). TIME STAMPS 2:20 -- Udonis Haslem's return 5:20 -- Donovan Mitchell update 7:40 -- CrawsOver mishaps 12:30 -- Sky-Liberty series 28:10 -- Sun-Wings series 44:00 -- Aces-Mercury wrap-up 51:30 -- Storm-Mystics wrap-up 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 19, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their Game 1 takeaways from the first round of the WNBA playoffs. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 16, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler of WNBA.com to discuss his award selections (16:20), as well as preview the first round of the WNBA playoffs (1:26:20). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 12, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr discuss Bill Russell's jersey being retired league-wide (2:30), what's coming in Laker Land (6:00), and the latest WNBA injury news (12:50). They close things out with questions from the mailbag (29:20) and Free Throws (1:07:40). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 9, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones, Jr. discuss Kevin Durant's ultimatum (2:10), recap the latest in the W (22:05), then cap things off with Free Throws (1:05:00). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 5, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Washington Mystics play-by-play broadcaster Meghan McPeak for a Mystics deep dive (1:15) and mailbag (1:09:25). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 2, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. pay homage to the late Bill Russell (3:10), dish on tampering (6:50), recap the weekend in the WNBA (13:10), then wrap things up with Free Throws (42:35). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 29, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest NBA news (1:50), discuss Liz Cambage's departure from the Los Angeles Sparks (10:15), recap the Commissioner's Cup championship (27:40), then answer questions from the mailbag (49:30). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 26, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest Kevin Durant rumor (1:45), recap the latest in the WNBA (15:20), then close things out with the Free Throw segment (54:40). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 22, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by ESPN's Kevin Pelton to talk all things Seattle Storm (1:00) before opening the Dunker Spot mailbag (35:00). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 19, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the Summer League champs (5:10), recap the latest transaction news (13:10), bounce around the W (28:20), then close things out with the return of the Free Throw segment (59:25). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 15, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap WNBA All-Star Weekend (3:00), dig into the second-half storylines they'll be following (30:50), discuss the NBA's latest transaction news (42:10), and then give takeaways from the Las Vegas portion of Summer League (1:03:35). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 8, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on the New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces (2:10), discuss the Skylar Diggins-Smith trade rumor (16:10), recap recent offseason movement in the NBA (26:25), then dish on Summer League play (47:10). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 5, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the WNBA (2:15), go through their fictional award ballots through the midway point of the season (28:35), then break down the recent trades and signings in the NBA (1:05:20). TIMESTAMPS 2:15 -- Sparks-Mercury 11:45 -- Minnesota Lynx 20:30 -- Dallas Wings 28:35 -- Midseason awards 1:05:20 -- Rudy Gobert trade 1:31:25 -- Malcolm Brodgon trade 1:36:30 -- Kevin Huerter/Justin Holiday trade 1:43:55 -- Free Agency thoughts 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 1, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dish on the WNBA All-Star reserves (2:20), recap Tina Charles' debut with the Seattle Storm (7:15), discuss Utah's hiring of Will Hardy (11:10), then dig into the craziness of NBA free agency (14:40). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 28, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Tina Charles situation, check-in on WNBA contenders, recap the NBA Draft, and react to John Wall's buyout and signing plans. TIMESTAMPS 2:30 -- Tina Charles discussion 11:00 -- Contender check-in 30:10 -- Rookie of the Year discussion 38:00 -- Nets discussion 45:20 -- Hornets/Steve Clifford reunion 50:30 -- John Wall discussion 1:00:00 -- NBA Draft recap 1:18:10 -- Dejounte Murray discussion 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 21, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler (WNBA.com, Tag The Roll) and Jake Rosen (Cerebro Sports, Tag The Roll) to dig into the 2022 NBA draft class. TIMESTAMPS 2:10 — WNBA discussion 25:20 — Scouting philosophy 52:15 — Guards 1:28:30 — Wings 1:52:00 — Frontcourt 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 17, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their final thoughts of the 2021-22 season (0:30), examine the Christian Wood trade (45:00), then bounce around (52:40). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 14, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. offer takeaways from the WNBA's weekend and early All-Star voting (2:05), then react to Golden State's 104-94 win over the Boston Celtics (26:00). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 11, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr discuss the Golden State Warriors' series-tying 107-97 victory over the Boston Celtics (1:00), then react to the Charlotte Hornets hiring Kenny Atkinson (36:00). This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 9, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down the latest WNBA news (1:10), then dig into Game 3 of the NBA Finals (12:30). This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 7, 2022
Before breaking down Game 2 of the NBA Finals, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Los Angeles Sparks guard Brittney Sykes to talk all things defense. TIMESTAMPS 0:50 -- Brittney Sykes conversation + WNBA check-in 43:20 -- Celtics-Warriors 1:29:20 -- NBA news (Jazz, Suns/Ayton) This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 3, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Boston Celtics' Game 1 victory over the Golden State Warriors. This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 31, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give WNBA takeaways from the weekend (1:35), salute the Miami Heat for their run (29:20), then preview the NBA Finals (46:00). This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 27, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their thoughts, then answer mailbag questions about each Conference Finals series. TIMESTAMPS 2:00 -- Heat-Celtics 37:20 -- Warriors-Mavericks 1:07:30 -- General/WNBA mailbag 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 24, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the WNBA, then check in on the Conference Finals. TIMESTAMPS 1:40 -- WNBA Discussion (Aces, Mercury, Sky, Mystics, Wings) 13:45 -- Tim Connelly to the Wolves 17:25 -- Heat-Celtics 39:10 -- Warriors-Mavericks This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 20, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mark Schindler of WNBA.com to discuss the early portion of the WNBA season, then discuss the NBA's All-Rookie teams and conference finals matchups. TIMESTAMPS 1:05 -- WNBA discussion 26:30 -- All-Rookie discussion 38:20 -- Heat-Celtics 1:02:10 -- Warriors-Mavericks This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 17, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by ESPN's JJ Redick to break down the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. TIMESTAMPS 4:30 -- Bucks send-off 18:20 -- Suns send-off 31:10 -- Heat-Celtics 51:35 -- Warriors-Mavericks This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 13, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the Atlanta Dream's hot start, say goodbye to the Philadelphia 76ers, and bounce around the other second-round series. TIMESTAMPS 1:35 -- Award Talk (Executive of the Year) 4:20 -- WNBA talk (COVID, Lynx, Dream, Mystics) 22:50 -- Heat-Sixers 48:40 -- Celtics-Bucks 1:13:20 -- Grizzlies-Warriors 1:21:30 -- Suns-Mavs This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 10, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their WNBA opening weekend takes, then check in on the second round of the NBA playoffs. TIMESTAMPS 1:20 -- Awards talk (MVP, COY) 8:10 -- WNBA opening weekend thoughts 18:00 -- Bucks-Celtics 42:45 -- Heat-Sixers 1:11:10 -- Suns-Mavericks 1:30:25 -- Warriors-Grizzlies This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 6, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by ESPN's Monica McNutt to discuss the second round of the playoffs, as well as preview the upcoming WNBA season. TIMESTAMPS 3:40 -- Dillon Brooks discussion 9:30 -- Ben Simmons discussion 14:00 -- Suns-Mavericks 27:35 -- Grizzlies-Warriors 43:45 -- Bucks-Celtics 54:35 -- Heat-Celtics 1:03:10 -- WNBA discussion This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 3, 2022
For the 100th episode of The Dunker Spot, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their Game 1 takeaways from Round 2. TIME STAMPS 0:50 -- Saying goodbye (Wolves + Jazz thoughts) 14:45 -- Heat/Sixers 32:50 -- Bucks/Celtics 55:50 -- Warriors/Grizzlies This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 29, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on the remaining first-round series, then preview the (confirmed) second-round matchups. TIMESTAMPS 1:40 -- Sixers/Raptors wrap-up 12:25 -- Suns/Pelicans wrap-up 18:40 -- Heat/Hawks wrap-up 25:20 -- Warriors/Nuggets wrap-up 30:20 -- Bucks/Bulls wrap-up 34:00 -- Grizzlies-Wolves 47:10 -- Jazz-Mavericks 54:10 -- Celtics-Bucks preview 1:09:40 -- Heat-Sixers preview 1:24:40 -- Suns vs Jazz/Mavs 1:32:30 -- Warriors vs Grizzlies/Wolves 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 26, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. say goodbye to the Brooklyn Nets, then check in on the other first-round series. TIMESTAMPS 2:05 -- Award talk (Ja Morant MIP) 6:30 -- Nets/Celtics wrap-up + Stan Van Gundy discussion 30:00 -- Pelicans-Suns 43:00 -- Mavs-Jazz 55:20 -- Wolves-Grizzlies 1:10:40 -- Raptors-Sixers 1:22:20 -- Nuggets-Warriors 1:30:10 -- Bulls-Bucks 1:34:50 -- Hawks-Heat This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 22, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around with thoughts for each first-round series. TIME STAMPS 2:00 -- Grizzlies-Wolves 8:30 -- Raptors-Sixers 17:15 -- Bulls-Bucks 33:20 -- Celtics-Nets 54:00 -- Heat-Hawks 1:02:40 -- Pelicans-Suns 1:12:40 -- Jazz-Mavs 1:21:40 -- Nuggets-Warriors This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 19, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the opening weekend of the playoffs. 0:25 -- Awards talk 3:40 -- Raptors-Sixers 19:50 -- Jazz-Mavericks 34:55 -- Warriors-Nuggets 52:15 -- Wolves-Grizzlies 1:05:10 -- Heat-Hawks 1:16:00 -- Celtics-Nets 1:32:10 -- Bucks-Bulls 1:41:40 -- Suns-Pelicans This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 15, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. say goodbye to the Hornets and Spurs, then preview the rest of the play-in and playoff matchups. 2:50 -- Spurs/Hornets thoughts 13:30 -- Pelicans-Clippers (+ Suns thoughts) 28:30 -- Hawks-Cavs (+ Heat thoughts) 44:40 -- Nets-Celtics 1:06:50 -- Wolves-Grizzlies The NBA playoffs mean next-level basketball. Get ready for all the action by betting the Play-In Tournament with DraftKings Sportsbook - an Official Sports Betting Partner of the NBA. New customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS on any team to win and get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS IN FREE BETS INSTANTLY. You clinch a win no matter what. – All DraftKings Sportsbook customers can also bet on NBA hoops with SAME GAME PARLAYS. – Combine multiple bets from the same game for a bigger payout. The more legs you add, the more money you can win. – Plus, for EACH day of the Play-In, get a RISK-FREE bet up to TEN DOLLARS if your same game parlay doesn’t hit. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app now, use promo code DUNKERSPOT, bet FIVE DOLLARS on any NBA team to win their game during the Play-In Tournament and get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS IN FREE BETS INSTANTLY. That’s promo code DUNKERSPOT at DraftKings Sportsbook — an Official Sports Betting Partner of the NBA. This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 12, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the first play-in games, then take stock of the 3-6 and 4-5 playoff series. TIMESTAMPS: 3:45 -- Frank Vogel/Lakers 6:40 -- Cavs-Nets 22:05 -- Clippers-Wolves 37:45 -- Hornets-Hawks 51:15 -- Spurs-Pelicans 1:01:50 -- Bulls-Bucks 1:16:40 -- Nuggets-Warriors 1:35:50 -- Raptors-Sixers 1:57:15 -- Jazz-Mavericks The NBA playoffs mean next-level basketball. Get ready for all the action by betting the Play-In Tournament with DraftKings Sportsbook - an Official Sports Betting Partner of the NBA. New customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS on any team to win and get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS IN FREE BETS INSTANTLY. You clinch a win no matter what. – All DraftKings Sportsbook customers can also bet on NBA hoops with SAME GAME PARLAYS. – Combine multiple bets from the same game for a bigger payout. The more legs you add, the more money you can win. – Plus, for EACH day of the Play-In, get a RISK-FREE bet up to TEN DOLLARS if your same game parlay doesn’t hit. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app now, use promo code DUNKERSPOT, bet FIVE DOLLARS on any NBA team to win their game during the Play-In Tournament and get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS IN FREE BETS INSTANTLY. That’s promo code DUNKERSPOT at DraftKings Sportsbook — an Official Sports Betting Partner of the NBA. This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 8, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their (unofficial) award picks for the 2021-22 season. TIMESTAMPS: 1:10 -- Raptors-Sixers thoughts 6:20 -- Coach of the Year 12:55 -- Most Improved Player 18:40 -- Sixth Man of the Year 21:55 -- Rookie of the Year 33:30 -- MVP 44:15 -- Defensive Player of the Year 51:30 -- All-NBA teams 56:50 -- All-Defensive teams 1:01:15 -- All-Rookie This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 5, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the Lady Gamecocks for their championship journey, then discuss the most pressing questions heading into this year's NBA playoffs. TIMESTAMPS 1:25 -- South Carolina Gamecocks love 6:35 -- Phoenix Suns 13:40 -- Memphis Grizzlies 24:35 -- Golden State Warriors 33:30 -- Dallas Mavericks 38:20 -- Denver Nuggets 43:00 -- Utah Jazz 56:45 -- Los Angeles Clippers 1:00:15 -- Miami Heat 1:09:25 -- Milwaukee Bucks 1:18:00 -- Philadelphia 76ers 1:24:15 -- Chicago Bulls 1:29:00 -- Toronto Raptors 1:33:10 -- Brooklyn Nets This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 1, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the overtime thriller between the Bucks and Nets, then give their lasting thoughts on the teams outside of the play-in races. TIMESTAMPS 4:20 -- Bucks-Nets thoughts 19:05 -- Clippers-Jazz (Paul George debut) 26:40 -- New York Knicks 40:05 -- Washington Wizards 52:05 -- Indiana Pacers 1:12:00 -- Orlando Magic 1:22:10 -- Detroit Pistons 1:31:25 -- Sacramento Kings 1:37:25 -- Portland Trail Blazers 1:42:25 -- Oklahoma City Thunder 1:49:20 -- Houston Rockets This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 29, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on a few playoff/play-in races after a weekend of important games. TIMESTAMPS 1:40 -- NCAA Tournament takeaways 7:40 -- West Play-in (Spurs, Lakers, Pelicans, Wolves) 29:10 -- East Play-in (Hornets/Nets, Cleveland) 43:45 -- Contender check-in (Suns/Sixers, Heat, Celtics, Bucks) 1:27:00 -- Free Throws This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 25, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by The Ringer's Seerat Sohi to answer questions about the MVP race, Boston's impenetrable defense (or is it?) and much more from the Dunker Spot Mailbag. TIMESTAMPS 1:10 -- Kyrie Irving's back full time 4:40 -- Miami Heat sideline fiasco 9:30 -- Mailbag 1:23:35 -- Free Throw segment · The McDonald’s All American Games are where hype becomes legacy. · These players are high school athletes today, but they’ll be household names tomorrow. James Harden, Anthony Davis, Candace Parker, Breanna Stewart are all McDAAG alumni. · This is a big year – the games are back on for the first time since 2019, and returning to their many-time host city of Chicago, celebrating 45 years of legacy and commitment to high school basketball. · Tune into the games on Tuesday, March 29. The Girls game starts at 6:30p.m. ET on ESPN2 and the boys game begins at 9pm ET on ESPN. · Catch the games live on March 29 and Jam Fest on March 28, both at Wintrust Arena in Chicago. This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 22, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Imman Adan (Dishes & Dimes, Yahoo Sports Canada) to talk about the surging, yet confusing Toronto Raptors. The McDonald’s All American Games are where hype becomes legacy. · These players are high school athletes today, but they’ll be household names tomorrow. James Harden, Anthony Davis, Candace Parker, Breanna Stewart are all McDAAG alumni. · This is a big year – the games are back on for the first time since 2019, and returning to their many-time host city of Chicago, celebrating 45 years of legacy and commitment to high school basketball. · Tune into the games on Tuesday, March 29. The Girls game starts at 6:30p.m. ET on ESPN2 and the boys game begins at 9pm ET on ESPN. · Catch the games live on March 29 and Jam Fest on March 28, both at Wintrust Arena in Chicago. · Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster. · Don’t forget to follow us on social at @mcdaag This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 18, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their initial March Madness thoughts, then dig into the mailbag. The McDonald’s All American Games are where hype becomes legacy. · These players are high school athletes today, but they’ll be household names tomorrow. James Harden, Anthony Davis, Candace Parker, Breanna Stewart are all McDAAG alumni. · This is a big year – the games are back on for the first time since 2019, and returning to their many-time host city of Chicago, celebrating 45 years of legacy and commitment to high school basketball. · Tune into the games on Tuesday, March 29. The Girls game starts at 6:30p.m. ET on ESPN2 and the boys game begins at 9pm ET on ESPN. · Catch the games live on March 29 and Jam Fest on March 28, both at Wintrust Arena in Chicago. · Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster. · Don’t forget to follow us on social at @mcdaag TIMESTAMPS 1:25 -- recent NBA scoring surge 5:05 -- early March Madness thoughts 10:15 -- Injury news (Stephen Curry, John Collins) 25:00 -- Mailbag 1:09:40 -- Free Throw segment This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 15, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on a pair of title hopefuls, then answer questions from the mailbag. · The McDonald’s All American Games are where hype becomes legacy. · These players are high school athletes today, but they’ll be household names tomorrow. James Harden, Anthony Davis, Candace Parker, Breanna Stewart are all McDAAG alumni. · This is a big year – the games are back on for the first time since 2019, and returning to their many-time host city of Chicago, celebrating 45 years of legacy and commitment to high school basketball. · Tune into the games on Tuesday, March 29. The Girls game starts at 6:30p.m. ET on ESPN2 and the boys game begins at 9pm ET on ESPN. · Catch the games live on March 29 and Jam Fest on March 28, both at Wintrust Arena in Chicago. · Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster. · Don’t forget to follow us on social at @mcdaag TIMESTAMPS 8:45 — Warriors discussion 24:50 — Nets discussion 44:30 — Mailbag 1:15:40 — Free Throws This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 11, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Sabreena Merchant of SB Nation to talk about the Los Angeles Clippers and the latest in women's basketball. TIMESTAMPS 1:30 -- Russell Westbrook discussion 8:20 -- Los Angeles Clippers deep dive 58:00 -- WBB talk (WNBA free agency; POY race + March Madness favorites) This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 8, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with observations. TIMESTAMPS: 4:10 -- Jarrett Allen/Cleveland thoughts 7:55 -- Victor Oladipo's debut 17:45 -- Teams that impressed (DET, NOP, BOS, MIA) 41:20 -- Teams that make you go "hmmmm" (PHI, TOR, CHI, MIL) 1:04:30 -- Players that impressed 1:09:20 -- Mailbag 1:33:40 -- Free Throw segment This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 4, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check the temperature of the Western Conference. TIMESTAMPS: 3:10 -- Phoenix Suns 21:40 -- Golden State Warriors 39:20 -- Memphis Grizzlies 57:50 -- Utah Jazz 1:16:20 -- Dallas Mavericks 1:33:50 -- Denver Nuggets 1:44:50 -- Play-in thoughts This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 1, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check the temperature of the Eastern Conference. TIME STAMPS 3:45 -- Transaction talk (DeAndre Jordan, DJ Augustin, Wenyen Gabriel) 8:00 -- Miami Heat 24:40 -- Chicago Bulls 38:55 -- Philadelphia 76ers 56:55 -- Milwaukee Bucks 1:11:30 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 1:16:50 -- Boston Celtics 1:25:25 -- Brooklyn Nets 1:40:50 -- Play-in thoughts This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 22, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by coach Gibson Pyper (Half Court Hoops) to talk all things offense. TIMESTAMPS 3:00 -- Injury discussion (Anthony Davis, Chris Paul, Zion Williamson) 16:15 -- All-Star Weekend recap 40:10 -- General offense thoughts/trends/pet peeves 52:20 -- Teams that have impressed (CHI, DAL, CLE, SAC, ATL, MIA, CHA, PHX, MIN, UTA) 1:12:45 -- Teams that have disappointed (HOU, NYK, TOR, LAL, GSW) 1:34:00 -- Top 10 offensive players this season This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 15, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. answer questions from the mailbag. TIMESTAMPS 0:45 -- All-Star replacement discussion 4:20 -- Goran Dragic/buyout market discussion 11:20 -- New arrivals 18:55 -- Mailbag segment This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 11, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down every trade from Deadline Week. TIMESTAMPS: 2:05 -- Domantas Sabonis' debut 7:45 -- Harden/Simmons trade 49:00 -- KZ Okpala/OKC trade 50:20 -- UTA/POR/SA trade 54:10 -- SAC/MIL/DET/LAC trade 1:07:50 -- TOR/SA trade 1:14:00 -- SA/BOS trade 1:19:15 -- PHX/IND + PHX/WAS trade 1:23:25 -- CHA/WAS trade 1:26:40 -- WAS/DAL trade 1:34:10 -- BOS/HOU trade This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 8, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest trades in the WNBA and NBA, then bounce around with general observations. TIMESTAMPS: 1:15 -- LA Sparks discussion 8:00 -- Clips/Blazers trade 15:05 -- Cavs/Pacers trade 25:45 -- All-Star replacements 29:00 -- Teams that impressed (BOS/NO/MIN) 56:10 -- Teams that make you go "hmmmm" (LAL/NYK/CHA) 1:12:20 -- Players that impressed 1:22:40 -- Free Throw segment This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 4, 2022
In this mega-episode, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. catch up on the latest WNBA news, react to the All-Star reserve picks, then bounce around the league with observations. TIMESTAMPS 1:00 -- WNBA conversation 15:10 -- All-Star reserve discussion 33:30 -- Philadelphia Sixers discussion 52:40 -- Denver Nuggets discussion 1:15:00 -- Brooklyn Nets discussion 1:42:20 -- Rookie talk, beginning with Jalen Suggs (ORL) 1:48:35 -- Ayo Dosunmu (CHI) 1:53:15 -- Warriors talk (Jonathan Kuminga, Moses Moody) 2:01:40 -- Zhaire Williams (MEM) 2:05:50 -- Isaiah Jackson (IND) 2:08:00 -- Free Throw segment This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 28, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the All-Star starters being announced, give their thoughts on the new Rising Stars Challenge, then answer questions from the mailbag. TIMESTAMPS: 2:15 -- All-Star game discussion 22:50 -- Rising Stars discussion 31:20 -- Mailbag This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Looking to go to the hottest concerts, sports, theater & family shows near you? Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live events from TicketSmarter, the official ticket marketplace of BasketballNews.com. Order online now! https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 25, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. tap into the latest WNBA free agency news, discuss Ayoka Lee's 61-point performance and then bounce around the NBA with general observations. TIMESTAMPS 2:15 - WNBA free agency discussion 5:50 -- Ayoka Lee discussion 9:00 -- Grayson Allen/Wes Matthews discussion 18:30 -- Anthony Davis discussion 25:25 -- Teams that impressed (PHX, CHA, ATL, MIN) 59:20 -- Teams that make you go "hmmmm" (GSW, WAS, TOR) 1:22:10 -- Players that impressed 1:30:10 -- Free Throw segment This episode is brought to you by TicketSmarter. Get 100% guaranteed tickets to more than 125,000 live concerts, sports and theatre events from TicketSmarter. Buying with TicketSmarter is quick, easy and 100% guaranteed tickets. Find tickets to more than 125,000 concerts, sports and theatre events. Order Now. https://www.ticketsmarter.com/?utm_source=basketballnewscom&utm_medium=tsaff&utm_campaign=referral And by PrizePicks - sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 21, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. go through their fictional award ballots through the midway point of the season. TIMESTAMPS 4:30 -- Injury discussion (Kevin Durant's MCL, Draymond Green's calf/back issue, Lonzo Ball's meniscus) 18:15 -- Lakers discussion 34:20 -- Awards discussion, starting with Coach of the Year 41:20 -- Most Improved Player + Rookie of the Year 49:40 -- DPOY + All-Defense update 53:00 -- All-Rookie Teams 59:50 -- All-NBA Teams 1:10:00 -- Sixth Man of the Year 1:15:00 -- MVP 1:21:00 -- Free Throw segment Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 18, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated to discuss the release of his new book, "Blood in the Garden: The Flagrant History of the New York Knicks", as well as the contending status of the Chicago Bulls. TIMESTAMPS 7:30 -- Chris talks about the book -- how it came together, favorite anecdotes, and more. 57:30 -- Chicago Bulls discussion Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 14, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dig into all things defense: schemes, pet peeves, standouts and more. TIMESTAMPS 2:15 -- Injury news (Paul George, Damian Lillard) 5:45 -- Trade talk (Bol Bol back to Denver; Cam Reddish to New York) 14:40 -- All-Star vote update 24:20 -- General defense thoughts/trends/pet peeves 38:30 -- Teams that have impressed (MIL, GSW, MIA and more) 1:12:30 -- Teams that have disappointed (LAL, NYK, SAC and more) 1:23:20 -- Awards talk (DPOY, All-Defensive teams) 1:36:40 -- Mailbag Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 11, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. celebrate the pod's one-year anniversary with a live episode + mailbag. TIMESTAMPS 5:40 -- Klay Thompson debut thoughts 12:30 -- Damian Lillard discussion 19:25 -- Bol Bol/Rodney McGruder trade thoughts 27:10 -- Teams that have impressed (MEM, MIA, DAL) 39:30 -- Utah Jazz discussion 45:00 -- Sixers shoutout 49:00 -- Boston Celtics discussion 1:11:30 -- Note on the Brooklyn Nets (+ playoff tier talk) 1:20:00 -- Mailbag + free throw segment Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 7, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their third round of takes on this year's rookie class. TIMESTAMPS 0:40 -- All-Star voting discussion 18:40 -- 10-day contract + Kawhi Leonard discussion 32:00 -- Kyrie Irving discussion 35:30 -- Cade Cunningham update 47:45 -- Jalen Green update 58:00 -- Evan Mobley update 1:03:55 -- Scottie Barnes update 1:11:00 -- Josh Giddey update 1:19:30 -- Franz Wagner update 1:26:20 -- Davion Mitchell update 1:31:30 -- Herb Jones update 1:37:15 -- Omer Yurtseven discussion 1:43:45 -- Aaron Wiggins discussion 1:46:45 -- Rookie mailbag Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 4, 2022
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Becky Hammon/Aces partnership, then bounce around the NBA with observations. TIMESTAMPS 1:30 -- Becky Hammon discussion 7:40 -- Kevin Porter Jr./Christian Wood discussion 14:00 -- Jerami Grant discussion 21:05 -- Kyrie Irving/Klay Thompson discussion 24:40 -- Teams that impressed (MEM, CHI, GSW/PHX/UTA, MIA, OKC) 53:50 -- Teams that make us go "hmmmm" (DAL, POR, LAL) 1:07:35 -- Players that impressed 1:24:00 -- Free throw segment Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 31, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. closeout 2021 with a live mailbag episode. Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 28, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the Christmas games, then give their early thoughts on this year's All-Star teams. TIMESTAMPS 0:55 -- Russell Westbrook discussion 10:10 -- Hawks-Knicks discussion 20:00 -- Celtics-Bucks discussion 36:55 -- Warriors-Suns discussion 54:10 -- Nets-Lakers discussion 1:06:30 -- Mavericks-Jazz discussion 1:17:30 -- All-Star discussion Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 24, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. preview the Christmas Day slate of games, then answer questions from the mailbag. TIMESTAMPS 7:00 -- Hawks-Knicks discussion 23:05 -- Celtics-Bucks discussion 40:40 -- Warriors-Suns discussion 48:45 -- Nets-Lakers discussion 58:30 -- Mavericks-Jazz discussion 1:05:20 -- Mailbag segment Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 21, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Jason Maples and Kings of the Temple of Hoop podcast to bounce around the NBA. TIMESTAMPS: 2:00 -- thoughts on NBA's roster changes due to COVID 12:20 -- Los Angeles Lakers deep dive 1:03:00 -- Minnesota Timberwolves conversation 1:21:35 -- New Orleans Pelicans discussion 1:39:05 -- MVP discussion 1:47:05 -- Favorites in each conference Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 17, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest Zion Williamson update, the Isaiah Thomas signing, then answer questions from the mailbag. TIME STAMPS 1:15 -- Zion Williamson discussion 4:00 -- Isaiah Thomas discussion 8:00 -- Mailbag questions Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 14, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the current COVID outbreak around the league, then bounce around with weekly observations. TIMESTAMPS 1:30 -- Chicago Bulls/COVID discussion 10:20 -- Teams that impressed (CLE, MEM, HOU) 55:55 -- Teams that make us go "hmmmm" (SAC, PHI) 1:08:50 -- Players that have impressed 1:18:50 -- Players we'd like to see more from 1:24:30 -- Free Throw Segment (random questions) Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 10, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Caitlin Cooper of Indy Cornrows (SB Nation) to talk all things Indiana Pacers. TIMESTAMPS 2:20 -- Rebuild/Trade rumor discussion (Domantas Sabonis, Myles Turner, Caris LeVert) 27:45 -- Malcolm Brogdon discussion 42:30 -- Chris Duarte discussion 48:00 -- Bench discussion 56:10 -- Mailbag Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 7, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. take stock of the early season contenders in each conference. TIMESTAMPS 0:55 -- News around the NBA 17:20 -- Phoenix Suns discussion 27:40 -- Golden State Warriors discussion 42:05 -- Utah Jazz discussion 50:30 -- Teams to watch 56:00 -- Chicago Bulls discussion 1:07:40 -- Brooklyn Nets discussion 1:22:25 -- Milwaukee Bucks discussion 1:36:40 -- Teams to watch 1:45:25 -- Players that have impressed 1:51:40 -- Free Throw segment Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Dec 3, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their second round of takes on this year's rookie class. TIMESTAMPS 2:20 -- Heat/Bulls tampering discussion 7:20 -- Injury news (Bam Adebayo, Damian Lillard, Brook Lopez, Zion Williamson) 18:00 -- Rookie Report, starting with Cade Cunningham 31:30 -- Jalen Green update 42:30 -- Evan Mobley update 50:30 -- Scottie Barnes update 59:40 -- Josh Giddey update 1:08:15 -- Franz Wagner update 1:14:15 -- Herb Jones discussion 1:21:10 -- Bones Hyland discussion 1:26:40 -- Dalano Banton discussion 1:32:20 -- Ayo Dosunmu discussion 1:37:35 -- Mailbag segment Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 30, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest news in the league, then dig into teams that are confusing them. TIMESTAMPS: 2:30 -- Injury news (Michael Porter Jr, Joe Harris) 4:00 -- Nets discussion 12:30 -- Kemba Walker discussion 20:05 -- John Wall discussion 26:10 -- DeMarcus Cousins discussion 30:05 -- Teams that make us go "hmmm" (CHA, WAS, LAC, LAL, BOS, NO, DET) 1:23:25 -- Players that impressed 1:30:50 -- Players we'd like to see more from 1:35:40 -- Free Throw segment Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 25, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Houston Rockets' slow start, then answer a plethora of mailbag questions. TIMESTAMPS 2:50 -- Houston Rockets discussion 18:10 -- Mailbag segment Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 23, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Kings' coaching change, Michael Porter Jr's injury, the Pistons/Lakers kerfuffle, then bounce around the league for weekly observations. TIMESTAMPS: 2:30 -- Kings discussion 7:55 -- MPJ discussion 12:00 -- Pistons/Lakers discussion 17:45 -- Teams that impressed (GSW, CHI, MIN, MIL) 1:00:00 -- Teams that make us go "hmmm" (IND, NYK) 1:15:45 -- Players that impressed 1:23:45 -- Players we'd like to see more from 1:29:45 -- Free Throw segment Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 19, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by David of The Four Point Play to talk all things Phoenix Suns. TIMESTAMPS 3:00 -- Phoenix Suns discussion 1:19:00 -- Mailbag segment Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 16, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bounce around the league with their weekly observations. TIMESTAMPS 1:00 -- De'Andre Hunter injury discussion 4:55 -- Minnesota Timberwolves violation discussion 8:00 -- Teams that impressed (DEN, CLE, OKC) 34:30 -- Teams that make you go "hmmm" (MIA, SAC, MEM) 1:03:30 -- Players that have stood out 1:14:35 -- Players we'd like to see more from 1:21:00 -- Free Throw Segment (random questions) Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 12, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by ESPN's Monica McNutt to break down the New York Knicks, then bounce around the NBA. TIMESTAMPS: 4:10 -- New York Knicks discussion 39:45 -- Officiating thoughts 42:05 -- Warriors/West thoughts 44:40 -- Bulls/East thoughts 52:00 -- Ben Simmons trade discussion 58:35 -- Best player in the world discussion Sign up for PrizePicks to play daily fantasy! All users that deposit and use the promo code “NEWS” will receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100. Free money. Sign up here: https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=News 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 9, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest news around the league, then give their weekly observations. TIMESTAMPS 1:00 -- Portland Trail Blazers discussion 7:30 -- Ben Simmons discussion 23:00 -- Teams that impressed (TOR, LAC, PHX, BKN) 50:30 -- Teams that disappointed/make you go "hmmm" (MIN, POR) 1:06:20 -- Players that impressed 1:18:20 -- Players we'd like to see more from 1:22:45 -- Free Throw Segment (random questions) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 5, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Mike Prade for a deep dive on the Washington Wizards before bouncing around the league. TIMESTAMPS: 6:20 -- Phoenix Suns/Robert Sarver discussion 15:20 -- LeBron James discussion 20:40 -- Washington Wizards discussion 51:30 -- Mailbag segment 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Nov 3, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Patrick Williams injury, the City Edition jersey releases, then give their observations around the league. TIMESTAMPS: 1:15 -- Impact of the Patrick Williams (CHI) injury 5:25 -- Favorite/Least favorite City Edition jerseys 10:55 -- Thoughts on Cade Cunningham's rookie debut 15:00 -- Thoughts on the tightly-contested Eastern Conference 19:40 -- Teams that impressed (UTA, NYK, MIA, PHI) 44:15 -- Teams that disappointed/make you go "hmmm" (ATL, LAC, BOS) 1:03:05 -- Players that impressed 1:13:50 -- Players we'd like to see more from 1:19:45 -- Free Throw Segment (random questions) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 29, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dig deep on the rookie class, then answer questions from the mailbag. TIMESTAMPS: 1:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss the injuries of LeBron James and Joel Embiid, and their concern level moving forward. 5:40 — Early thoughts on this year’s officiating 13:00 — Nekias and Steve kick off their Rookie Report with Jalen Green 25:05 — Evan Mobley discussion 36:20 — Scottie Barnes discussion 46:30 — Jalen Suggs discussion 54:00 — Franz Wagner discussion 57:10 — Josh Giddey discussion 1:05:40 — Davion Mitchell discussion 1:13:20 — Chris Duarte discussion 1:19:30 — Alperen Sengun discussion 1:25:40 — Austin Reaves discussion 1:28:40 — Nekias and Steve answer questions from the mailbag. If you have questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 26, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their takeaways from the opening week of the 2021-22 season. TIMESTAMPS: 2:10 — Nekias and Steve discuss the NBA’s 75 Greatest Players list, as well as possible snubs. 8:30 — Nekias and Steve break down the teams that have impressed them so far (GSW, CHA, CHI, MIN, WAS, MIA) 38:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss the teams they want to see more from (BOS, BKN, LAL, POR) 1:02:25 — Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have impressed them, and who they want to see more from 1:19:15 — In the Free Throw segment, Nekias and Steve bounce questions off of each other. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 19, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the WNBA Finals, preview the Southeast Division, then give their predictions for the 2021-22 NBA season. TIME STAMPS: 1:40 — Nekias and Steve recap the WNBA Finals. 13:40 — Nekias and Steve preview the Southeast Division, starting with the Atlanta Hawks. 32:20 — Charlotte Hornets discussion 58:05 — Miami Heat discussion 1:21:30 — Orlando Magic discussion 1:36:20 — Washington Wizards discussion 1:44:00 — Nekias and Steve rank the teams in the division, then list their top 10 players. 1:47:30 — Nekias and Steve make their standings and award predictions for the 2021-22 NBA season. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 12, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap Game 1 of the WNBA Finals, then preview the Pacific Division. TIME STAMPS 1:15 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Chicago Sky’s Game 1 victory over the Phoenix Mercury 13:00 — Nekias and Steve preview the Pacific Division, starting with the Golden State Warriors 28:00 — Los Angeles Clippers discussion 48:00 — Los Angeles Lakers discussion 1:11:00 — Phoenix Suns discussion 1:32:00 — Sacramento Kings discussion 1:49:45 — Nekias and Steve rank the teams in the division, then list their top 10 players 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 8, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the WNBA Playoffs, then preview the Central and Southwest divisions. TIME STAMPS: 1:35 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Chicago Sky’s series win over the Connecticut Sun, then look ahead to Game 5 of the Mercury-Aces series. 14:50 — Nekias and Steve preview the Central Division, starting with the Chicago Bulls 27:45 — Cleveland Cavaliers discussion 39:26 — Detroit Pistons discussion 54:41 — Indiana Pacers discussion 1:05:40 — Milwaukee Bucks discussion 1:15:40 — Nekias and Steve rank the teams in the Central Division, then list their top 10 players. 1:20:55 — Nekias and Steve preview the Southwest Division, starting with the Dallas Mavericks 1:38:40 — Houston Rockets discussion 1:53:50 — Memphis Grizzlies discussion 2:07:08 — New Orleans Pelicans discussion 2:20:25 — San Antonio Spurs discussion 2:29:15 — Nekias and Steve rank the teams in the Southwest Division, then list their top 10 players. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Oct 5, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their thoughts on the WNBA playoffs, then preview the Northwest Division (DEN, MIN, OKC, POR, UTA). TIMESTAMPS: 2:00 — Nekias and Steve give their thoughts on the Sky-Sun series 11:25 — Nekias and Steve give their thoughts on the Mercury-Aces series 23:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Denver Nuggets 46:50 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves 1:05:55 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder 1:22:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Portland Trail Blazers 1:40:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Utah Jazz 1:57:30 — Nekias and Steve rank the teams, then give their top 10 players in the division. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Sep 27, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their initial thoughts and predictions for the WNBA Playoffs, then begin previewing the 2021-22 NBA season with thoughts on the Atlantic Division (BKN, BOS, NYK, PHI, TOR). TIME STAMPS: 3:15 — Nekias and Steve discuss the single-elimination playoff games around the WNBA, then preview the Sun-Sky and Aces-Mercury series. 16:40 — Nekias and Steve discuss a Rolling Stone article detailing vaccination distrust among some NBA players. 27:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Boston Celtics 44:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Brooklyn Nets 1:00:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss the New York Knicks 1:19:20 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Philadelphia 76ers 1:37:15 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Toronto Raptors 1:51:40 — Nekias and Steve rank the teams and the top 10 players in the division 1:55:35 — Nekias and Steve answer questions from the mailbag. If you have questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 19, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. go over the NBA’s opening night and Christmas Day slate of games, then give their takeaways from Summer League play. TIME STAMPS: 4:20 — Nekias and Steve discuss the opening night and Christmas Day schedule. 26:15 — Marcus Smart extension talk + Boston’s lineup questions. 35:35 — Analysis on three trades: Grayson Allen to Milwaukee, Eric Bledsoe to Los Angeles, and Patrick Beverley to Minnesota. 58:05 — Nekias and Steve begin their Summer League takeaways by listing the teams they did and didn’t enjoy watching. 1:19:20 — Performance breakdowns of Cade Cunningham, Jalen Green, Evan Mobley, Scottie Barnes, and Jalen Suggs 1:43:20 — Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that impressed, as well as some they wish they saw more from 1:52:26 — Nekias and Steve discuss the second-year (or later) guys that impressed, as well as some they wish they saw more from 2:01:15 — Mailbag segment 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Aug 5, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the draft, break down Team USA’s win over Spain, then give their early thoughts on free agency. TIME STAMPS: 4:12 — Nekias and Steve recap the 2021 draft, digging into their favorite teams and player fits. 10:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss Team USA’s 95-81 victory over Spain 22:55 — Nekias and Steve discuss all things free agency: their early winners and losers, questionable deals, and rotation decisions that intrigue them. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 28, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Jackson Frank and PD Web to talk philosophy and answer draft questions. TIME STAMPS: 3:50 — Grizzlies-Pelicans trade discussion 11:50 — Bradley Beal (and Damian Lillard) trade discussion’ 23:05 — Team USA discussion 34:57 — Draft Q&A 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 21, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. wrap up the NBA Finals, giving flowers to both the champion Milwaukee Bucks and the Phoenix Suns. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 19, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the pros and cons of the play-in tournament, react to the latest coaching hire (Wes Unseld Jr/Washington), discuss Team USA’s roster movement, dig into Damian Lillard’s situation in Portland, then breakdown Game 5 of the NBA Finals. TIMESTAMPS 3:20 — Nekias and Steve discuss the play-in tournament coming back next season. 7:35 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Washington Wizards hiring Wes Unseld Jr. as their new head coach. 11:50 — Nekias and Steve discuss the departures of Bradley Beal and Kevin Love from Team USA, as well as what their replacements (Keldon Johnson, JaVale McGee) bring to the table. 21:40 — Nekias and Steve discuss the smoke surrounding Damian Lillard’s future in Portland. 32:05 — Nekias and Steve break down Game 5 of the NBA Finals. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 15, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the shot-making duel between Khris Middleton (40 points) and Devin Booker (42 points), Milwaukee’s continued paint dominance, Phoenix’s offensive game plan and much more. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 12, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their takeaways on the NBA Finals through the first three games. TIME STAMPS: 1:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Orlando Magic hiring Jamahl Mosley as their new head coach. 6:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss Team USA’s exhibition loss to Nigeria. 18:55 - Nekias and Steve discuss the NBA Finals. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jul 6, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. say goodbye to the Conference Finalists (Clippers, Hawks), then dig into the Bucks-Suns matchup. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 30, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the controversial hire of Chauncey Billups in Portland and then break down the Conference Finals. TIME STAMPS 3:17 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Chauncey Billups hire in Portland. 25:55 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Hawks-Bucks series. 47:40 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Clippers-Suns series. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 25, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the new coaching hires made this week, then give their early thoughts on the Conference Finals. TIME STAMPS 1:48 — Nekias and Steve discuss the new coaching hires in Indiana (Rick Carlisle), Boston (Ime Udoka), and Dallas (Jason Kidd). 19:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Team USA rosters. 27:00 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Suns-Clippers series. 45:15 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Bucks-Hawks series. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 21, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the remaining second-round series, then preview the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. TIME STAMPS 3:50 - Nekias and Steve recap Game 6 of Jazz-Clippers. 12:30 - Nekias and Steve recap Game 7 of Nets-Bucks. 22:50 - Nekias and Steve begin talking about the Suns-Clippers series, but quickly pivot to Sixers talk. 58:10 - Nekias and Steve continue their discussion of Suns-Clippers. 1:22:50 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Bucks-Hawks series. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 18, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the award teams, dig into the coaching changes around the NBA, then discuss the remaining second-round matchups. TIME STAMPS 3:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss the voting results for the All-NBA, All-Defense, and All-Rookie teams. 25:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss the weirdness happening in Dallas and New Orleans, then rank the current head coach openings. 47:55 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Nets-Bucks series. 1:12:44 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Sixers-Hawks series. 1:31:28 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Jazz-Clippers series. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 14, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bid farewell to the Denver Nuggets, then give their thoughts on the other second-round series. 2:42 — Nekias and Steve give their lasting thoughts on the Suns-Nuggets series. 23:08 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Nets-Bucks series. 52:55 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Jazz-Clippers series. 1:26:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Sixers-Hawks series. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 7, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the coaching changes around the league, then dig into the playoff games from the weekend. TIME STAMPS: 2:11 — Nekias and Steve discuss the recent coaching firings in Portland and Orlando. 20:05 — Nekias and Steve discuss Game 1 of the Nets-Bucks series. 56:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss Game 1 of the Sixers-Hawks series. 1:20:48 — Nekias and Steve discuss Game 7 of Clippers-Mavericks, then preview the Jazz-Clippers series. 1:47:10 — Nekias and Steve preview the Suns-Nuggets series. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jun 4, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bid farewell to some first-round exits, then look ahead to the weekend games. 3:25 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Celtics’ front office overhaul, and what may come next for them. 19:10 - Nekias and Steve give their lasting thoughts on the Grizzlies, Wizards, Knicks, and Blazers. 1:19:00 - Nekias and Steve preview Bucks-Nets. 1:51:40 - Nekias and Steve preview Sixers-Hawks. 2:10:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Clippers-Mavericks series. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 31, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their final thoughts on the Heat-Bucks sweep, then break down the rest of the first-round series. TIME STAMPS 2:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss what’s next for the Milwaukee Bucks (2nd round) and Miami Heat (offseason) 29:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Lakers-Suns series. 49:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Hawks-Knicks series. 1:08:45 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Grizzlies-Jazz series. 1:22:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Celtics-Nets series. 1:39:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Blazers-Nuggets series. 1:50:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Sixers. 2:05:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Mavericks-Clippers series 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 27, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss Kyrie Irving’s recent comments about Boston, then offer thoughts and potential adjustments for most of the first-round series. The series, in order: WAS-PHI, BOS-BKN, MEM-UTA, POR-DEN, LAL-PHX, MIA-MIL. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 24, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their thoughts on the NBA potentially adding a mid-season tournament, then analyze the Game 1s from the weekend. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 21, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the midweek play-in games, then preview the rest of the first-round matchups (PHI-WAS, BKN-BOS, PHX-LAL, DEN-POR, LAC-DAL, UTA-MEM/GSW). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 17, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the opening weekend in the WNBA, then preview the NBA play-in tournament and two Eastern Conference playoff series (NYK-ATL, MIL-MIA). 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 13, 2021
Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated joins Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. to talk about his book, "Blood on the Hardwood: The Flagrant History of the 1990s New York Knicks." Then, the three give their fictional NBA award ballots. TIME STAMPS 0:46 - Nekias and Steve catch up Chris about the challenges of NBA coverage in a season like this, gives an update on his book, then talks about his excitement for the Chicago Sky. 15:40 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Coach of the Year. 26:53 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Most Improved Player. 34:34 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Rookie of the Year. 40:30 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris give their All-Rookie teams. 53:20 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris give their All-NBA teams. 1:14:25 - Nekias and Steve give their All-Defensive teams. 1:21:57 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Defensive Player of the Year. 1:33:33 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Sixth Man of the Year. 1:40:28 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss MVP -- and Chris goes on a bit of a rant. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 10, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. change the format this week, opting to ask each other their most pressing questions heading into this year's postseason. TIME STAMPS 2:45 - Nekias and Steve discuss James Harden's absence (hamstring) and the importance of him getting reps before the postseason begins, then review Tyrese Haliburton's rookie campaign. 14:40 - Steve gives his perspective on the noise surrounding the Indiana Pacers and head coach Nate Bjorkgren. 33:00 -- Nekias and Steve ask each other their most pressing questions heading into this year's postseason. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
May 3, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on a few title hopefuls, bounce around the league with general observations, and discuss proper gamewear etiquette. TIME STAMPS 3:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the latest injuries around the league, the returns of LaMelo Ball and LeBron James, then evaluate John Wall's season. 19:52 - Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have impressed them the most as of late. 1:02:25 - Nekias and Steve discuss a couple of teams they have questions about heading into the postseason. 1:20:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have impressed them as of late. 1:35:05 - Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that have caught their eyes. 1:44:10 - Nekias and Steve answer questions from their weekly mailbag. If you would like to send in a question, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 2:03:00 - Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with their Free Throw segment. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 26, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dissect the latest injury news around the league, talk about the returns of Anthony Davis and Jaren Jackson Jr, then bounce around the league with their observations. TIME STAMPS 2:18 - Nekias and Steve discuss the season-ending injury to Wizards forward Deni Avdija, give their thoughts on the early returns for Anthony Davis and Jaren Jackson Jr., then check in with the Nets in light of James Harden's hamstring injury. 16:14 - Steve discusses the team that has impressed him most. 31:40 - Nekias discusses the team that has impressed him most. 40:30 - Nekias discusses a team that has confused him. 47:12 - Steve discusses a team that has disappointed him as of late. 57:15 - Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have stood out as of late. 1:14:28 - Nekias and Steve give their rookie reports. 1:17:54 - Nekias and Steve answer questions from their weekly mailbag. If you have a question you'd like to send in, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 1:35:00 - Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with their Free Throws segment. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 22, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones, Jr. are joined by ESPN's Mark Jones as they discuss the Kings, the Heat, the upcoming NBA playoffs and more. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 19, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss LaMarcus Aldridge's abrupt retirement, break down the wild week of injury news around the league, then give their weekly observations. DESCRIPTION: Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss LaMarcus Aldridge's abrupt retirement, break down the wild week of injury news around the league, then give their weekly observations. TIME STAMPS 1:12 -- Nekias and Steve discuss LaMarcus Aldridge's retirement, his HOF case, and what his absence means for the Nets moving forward. 9:45 -- Nekias and Steve briefly discuss Kevin Durant's thigh contusion, and how concerned (if at all) the Nets should be. 11:47 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Jamal Murray's season-ending ACL tear, and how the Nuggets will try to manage without him. 21:21 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Zach LaVine's absence, and dig into what's plaguing the post-trade deadline Bulls. 26:55 -- Nekias and Steve give their early impressions on the Jabari Parker signing in Boston. 32:12 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Dwyane Wade's ownership stake with the Jazz. 36:28 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the teams (PHI, MEM) that have impressed them recently. 1:00:30 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the teams (MIA, LAC) that have disappointed or confused them. 1:23:48 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have impressed them recently. 1:44:54 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that have caught their eyes. 1:50:28 -- Nekias and Steve answer questions from their weekly mailbag segment. If you'd like to send in a question, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 2:05:13 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with their Free Throws segment. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 16, 2021
ESPN's Monica McNutt joins Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. to recap the 2021 WNBA Draft, preview the WNBA season, talk about the state of the New York Knicks, and identify the favorites in the Eastern and Western conference. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 12, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the latest injury news around the league, dig into the Nets, then bounce around the league. TIME STAMPS: 3:55 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves being sold. 8:26 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the Victor Oladipo injury, and what it means for the Miami Heat. 14:56 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the tumultuous nature of James Wiseman's rookie season. 17:58 -- LeBron James and Anthony Davis are on the way back! Nekias and Steve reflect on the Lakers' run without their two superstars. 25:03 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the Nets and their center rotation. 42:53 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have impressed them as of late. 1:05:00 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have disappointed them as of late. 1:20:04 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have impressed them. 1:35:05 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that have caught their eyes. 1:42:20 -- Nekias and Steve answer questions from the weekly mailbag. If you have questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 2:02:45 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Apr 5, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the Gordon Hayward injury, discuss DeMarcus Cousins and Isaiah Thomas landing temporary homes, then dissect a couple of Western conference powerhouses. TIME STAMPS 1:35 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Gordon Hayward's foot sprain, and what it means for the Hornets moving forward. 7:37 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the Jrue Holiday extension, and what it means for the Bucks. 11:38 -- Nekias and Steve discuss DeMarcus Cousins (LAC) and Isaiah Thomas (NO) signing 10-day contracts. 17:17 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Grant Hill's eventual role as the managing director of USA Basketball. 21:09 -- What teams impressed Nekias the most this week? 38:53 -- What team impressed Steve the most this week? 49:29 -- What team disappointed Steve the most? 52:03 -- What team disappointed Nekias the most? 1:04:40 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have caught their eyes as of late. 1:19:47 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that have caught their eyes. 1:29:38 -- Nekias and Steve answer questions from the weekly mailbag. If you'd like to send in a question, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 1:54:10 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 29, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. break down player movement and observations from the past week. TIME STAMPS: 0:51: Nekias and Steve give their winners and losers from the trade deadline. If you'd like a more detailed discussion, check out our Trade Deadline live stream from Thursday night. https://twitter.com/bballnewsdotcom/status/1375267261443792897?s=20 9:45: Nekias and Steve discuss the updated timelines for LeBron James and LaMelo Ball, and what it means for their teams. 14:28: Nekias and Steve give their thoughts on the buyout signings of Austin Rivers (MIL), LaMarcus Aldridge (BKN), Gorgui Dieng (SA), and Andre Drummond (LAL). 59:48: Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that impressed them the most. 1:15:40: Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that disappointed them the most. 1:30:20: Nekias and Steve praise the players that caught their eyes this week. 1:40:30: Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that caught their eyes this week. 1:47:27: Nekias and Steve answer questions from the weekly mailbag. If you have questions you'd like to submit, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 1:59:15: Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 25, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. are joined by Marcus Thompson of The Athletic to talk about the Warriors season to this point. Time Stamps: 1:21 -- Nekias and Steve ask Marcus about the difficulties of covering the Warriors during a pandemic. 4:50 -- Nekias, Steve and Marcus give their general thoughts on the Warriors' .500 start to the season. 9:20 -- Nekias, Steve and Marcus discuss the Warriors' offense. 20:34 -- Nekias and Steve ask Marcus about Steve Kerr's handling of the young players on the roster. 27:13 -- Nekias, Steve and Marcus discuss the development of James Wiseman. 39:00 -- Nekias, Steve and Marcus discuss Draymond Green's back-and-forth with Tony Allen, as well as where he ranks among all-time defenders. 50:42 -- Nekias and Steve get Marcus' opinion on how the Warriors should approach the trade deadline and the rest of the season. 57:20 -- Marcus gives some background on his Stephen Curry/Nas story. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 22, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dive into a wild week of injuries, break down Blake Griffin's debut. and debut the #BigMad segment. TIME STAMPS 1:51 -- Nekias and Steve discuss LeBron James' ankle sprain, and what it means for the Lakers moving forward. 10:22 -- Nekias and Steve discuss LaMelo Ball's fractured wrist, and what it means for the Hornets moving forward. 19:25 -- Nekias and Steve analyze the PJ Tucker trade from Milwaukee's perspective. 23:25 -- Nekias and Steve analyze the Trevor Ariza trade from Miami's perspective. 27:08 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Blake Griffin's debut with the Brooklyn Nets. There were dunks. 33:48 -- What team impressed Steve the most this week? 37:57 -- What team impressed Nekias the most this week? 44:49 -- What team disappointed Nekias the most this week? 1:02:42 --What team disappointed Steve the most this week? 1:09:37 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the players that impressed them the most this week. 1:21:10 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that impressed them over the week. 1:28:22 -- Nekias unveils the first #BigMad segment of the podcast. 1:34:00 -- Nekias and Steve answer questions from the mailbag. If you have questions you'd like answered on the podcast, send them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 1:48:24 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 15, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the Joel Embiid injury, the Spurs and LaMarcus Aldridge deciding to part ways, and the polarizing nature of Carmelo Anthony. From there, the two give their first impressions of post-All-Star break play. TIME STAMPS: 0:35 -- Nekias and Steve give their thoughts on the Joel Embiid injury, then dig into Philadelphia's center rotation. 3:40 -- Nekias and Steve discuss LaMarcus Aldridge's eventual departure from San Antonio, as well as potential landing spots. 15:22 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the still-polarizing nature of Carmelo Anthony. 30:08 -- Nekias and Steve give way-too-early progress reports on the teams they planned to track closely in the second half of the season. 1:05:20 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have impressed in the second half so far. 1:24:03 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that have caught their eyes. 1:33:35 -- Nekias and Steve answer questions from the mailbag. 1:58:02 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 8, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. talk about their favorite moments from All-Star Sunday. From there, they examine the Nets' signing of Blake Griffin, answer mailbag questions, and discuss what they'll be keeping an eye on during the second half of the season. TIME STAMPS 1:12 -- Nekias and Steve talk about the highlights of All-Star Sunday. 11:58 -- Nekias and Steve debate the pros and cons of the Nets adding Blake Griffin 34:36 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that surprised them the most during the first half of the season. 48:35 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that disappointed them during the first half of the season. 57:03 -- Nekias and Steve answer a wide range of mailbag questions. 1:49:22 -- Nekias and Steve discuss what they'll be keeping an eye on during the second half of the season. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Mar 1, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the end of Sunday's Bucks-Clippers game. From there, they take a different angle on the "analytics vs eye test" debate. After that, they bounce around the league with general observations. TIME STAMPS 1:22 -- Nekias and Steve break down the end of the Clippers-Bucks game from Sunday afternoon, and discuss the Clippers' need for a point guard. 25:50 - Nekias and Steve review the All-Star reserves, and if the coaches got it right. 32:00 -- Nekias and Steve discuss Adrian Wojnarowski's report about Victor Oladipo turning down a contract extension. 36:23 -- Nekias and Steve explore the racial undertones of the "analytics vs eye test" debate. 50:55 -- Which team impressed Steve the most this week? 57:03 -- Which team impressed Nekias the most this week? 1:04:20 -- Which team disappointed Nekias the most this week? 1:14:50 -- Which team disappointed Steve the most this week? 1:26:00 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the veterans that impressed them this week. 1:37:35 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that impressed them this week. 1:46:45 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 22, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. reveal their All-Star reserve picks, then react to the news of the Minnesota Timberwolves firing Ryan Saunders and hiring Chris Finch. Time stamps: 1:16 - Nekias and Steve discuss the upcoming reveal of the second-half schedule, and the potential pitfalls the NBA may have to navigate. 11:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss Anthony Davis' absence, and what questions the Lakers will have to answer during their stretch without him. 19:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss D'Angelo Russell's surgery, and what that means for the Timberwolves in the short and long-term. 29:25 - Nekias and Steve discuss the report of DeMarcus Cousins and the Houston Rockets parting ways, and whether Cousins can thrive in a limited role elsewhere. 45:08 - Which team has impressed Steve the most? 51:00 - Which team has impressed Nekias the most? 1:01:08 - Nekias and Steve discuss their All-Star reserve picks. 1:28:38 - Nekias and Steve react to the firing of Ryan Saunders, and the hiring of Chris Finch. 1:37:39 - Nekias and Steve answer questions from their weekly mailbag. 1:47:32 - Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with observations. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 15, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. briefly discuss the drama surrounding the national anthem being played pre-game and key injury news, then dive into their weekly observations around the league. TIME STAMPS: 0:57 -- Nekias and Steve give their thoughts on the national anthem being played before games. 7:45 -- How will the Mitchell Robinson injury (fractured right hand) affect the New York Knicks? 12:07 -- How will the Nets navigate the absence of Kevin Durant due to his hamstring injury? 16:40 -- Which team impressed Nekias the most this week? 25:35 -- Which team impressed Steve the most this week? 37:52 -- Which team disappointed Steve the most this week? 48:33 -- Which team disappointed Nekias the most this week? 1:05:13 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the veterans that have impressed them this week. 1:12:05 -- Which veterans disappointed Nekias the most? 1:23:49 -- Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that stood out to them this week. 1:29:29 -- Nekias and Steve answer mailbag questions. 1:46:23 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league for general observations. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 8, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. dig into all things defense: schemes, pet peeves, standouts and more. Time stamps 0:50 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Derrick Rose trade. 7:16 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Larry Nance Jr. injury, and what it means for the Cavaliers moving forward. 10:42 - Nekias and Steve give their general thoughts on defense in this COVID-affected season. 39:05 - Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have impressed them the most defensively to this point of the season. 1:01:26 - Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have disappointed them the most defensively. 1:26:20 - Nekias and Steve give their DPOY frontrunners. 1:42:13 - Nekias and Steve give their early All-Defensive team selections. 1:54:05 - Mailbag segment 2:08:04 - Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with general observations. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Feb 1, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their takes on the viability of an All-Star game in March. From there, they give their takes on teams and players that have impressed or disappointed them. Time Stamps: 0:45 - Nekias and Steve discuss the potential All-Star game in March, and if it's a good idea or not. 12:20 - Nekias and Steve discuss what Marcus Smart's injury means to the Boston Celtics. 18:42 - Which team impressed Steve the most? 35:00 - Which team impressed Nekias the most? 55:28 - Which team disappointed Nekias? 1:10:50 - Which players impressed Steve the most? 1:17:55 - Which players impressed Nekias the most? 1:23:00 - Which players disappointed Nekias the most? 1:38:27 - Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that caught their eyes this week. 1:49:20 - Nekias and Steve answer questions from the mailbag. 2:05:00 -- Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with observations. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 25, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their scouting reports on the Lakers and Clippers. From there, they discuss the teams, players and rookies that have caught their eye. There's also Spongebob talk. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 18, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. have a serious discussion about the way Kyrie Irving is covered. From there, they give their takes on teams and players that have impressed or disappointed them. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 14, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones, Jr. break down the four-team trade that finally sent James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets. They discuss how the Nets will scheme around Harden on both ends of the floor, and name the teams that are equipped to attack and defend them. Then, they examine the fits of Victor Oladipo, Caris LeVert, and Jarrett Allen on their new teams. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 11, 2021
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones, Jr. discuss the COVID outbreak within the league and its effect on chemistry building, youth development, and analysis. From there, they give their takes on teams and players that have impressed or disappointed them. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv
Jan 7, 2021
Subscribe to BasketballNews.com's newest podcast The Dunker Spot as Nekias Duncan and former NBA video coordinator and assistant coach Steve Jones break down teams, players, and rumors around the NBA every week. 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv