
Big Dog Ball Talk
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Ep 272NBA Cup Final: Bucks vs. Thunder Preview | Warriors Trade for Schroder | Mavericks & Warriors Set 3-Point Record | Why are NBA Ratings Down?
EThe Big Dogs are back in town and ready to recap the weekends action, preview the NBA Cup Finals, as well as discuss why they think the NBA has seen a decline in viewership.

Ep 271NBA Cup Semi-Final Preview | Jimmy Butler Mock Trades | NBA Blind Comparisons
EThe Big Dogs are here living for the weekends as they preview the upcoming NBA Cup matchups, talk Jimmy Butler mock trades with the Rockets, Mavericks, and Suns, as well as the return of NBA Blind Comparisons.

Ep 270The Red Hot Mavericks | Franz Wagner & Brandon Ingram Out Indefinitely | NBA Cup Quarterfinals Preview | Jokic 56 Points in Loss to Wizards | CP3 2nd All-Time in Assists
EThe Big Dogs are here and ready to recap the weekend of NBA action including the Mavs seven-game win streak, injuries to All-Star players Wagner and Ingram, NBA Cup Talk, as well as Chris Paul making NBA history as a passer.

Ep 269Kuminga Drops Career-High Against Rockets | Hawks Surge as Lakers Struggle | Are the Raptors Frisky? | Thoughts on the Toronto Tempo | Dylan Harper Refuses to Play for Jazz
EThe Big Dogs are here to make your weekend complete with their recap of Jonathan Kuminga's career night, the Hawks and Raptors heating up, Lakers recent struggles, some WNBA talk, and more.

Ep 268Are the Magic Contenders in the East? | The Bucks are BACK | Who's the Bigger Threat in the West, the Rockets or Grizzlies? | Pelicans want to be Buyers | Big Dog of the Month: November
EThe Big Dogs have awoken from their food comas (unrelated to American Thanksgiving) and are back to business in the podcasting world. In this show Matt & Jordan discuss the surging play of the Magic, Bucks, Grizzlies, and Rockets, the delusion of the Pelicans front office, as well as awarding the Big Dog of the Month for November.

Ep 267Celtics vs. Timberwolves Recap | LaMelo Ball Drops 50 | Unsung Heroes of the Week | What's Wrong with Tyrese Haliburton? | NBA Trivia 2
EThe Big Dogs have returned to recap the weekend action from across the NBA including a battle between NBA title hopefuls in the Celtics VS Timberwolves, LaMelo's career-high 50, the surging play of Scottie Pippen Jr., and Ty Jerome, as well as a discussion around the recent struggles of Tyrese Haliburton.Jordan and Matt also lock horns again as Matt steps into the hot seat for a round of NBA Trivia.

Ep 26776ers Locker Room Drama | Cavaliers VS Celtics Recap | Hartenstein Thunder Debut | Norm Powell for MIP? | Luka Week-to-Week with Wrist Injury
EThe Big Dogs are back from the echo chamber and are ready to recap an eventful week of NBA action. With no shortage of drama, high-stakes games, and impressive performance, Matt & Jordan lay it all out in this Friday show.

Ep 266Randle & Tatum Beat the Buzzer | Fox Drops 60 | Harden Moves to 2nd All-Time in 3s Made | Proposed NBA All-Star Format Change
EThe Big Dogs recap a busy weekend of NBA action including historic performances and thrilling finishes. Matt & Jordan also discuss a rumoured change to this years All-Star Game format.

Ep 265Giannis Drops 59 in OT | Wemby Becomes 4th Youngest 50-Point Scorer | Embiid is a Fraud | Klay Thompson Returns to Golden State | Which Was Worse? | Big Dogs VS Swifties
EThe Big Dogs are back (and moustached) and breaking down a wild night in the Association as multiple 50+ point performances, Embiid's horrendous season debut, Klay Thompsons return to the Bay Area, and a new segment, Which Was Worse?

Ep 264NBA Weekend Injury Roundup | Chet, KD, Ja, and Zion all Out | Breaking Down the Cavs 11-0 Start | Giannis Trolls Brown in Celtics Win
EThe Big Dogs are here to recap a weekend full of injury woes, as well as discuss two of the top teams in the East.

Ep 263Who's the Big Dog? 2024-25 Edition | Are the Warriors Contenders | The Nuggets are Back | Paul George Rough Start to 76ers Tenure
EThe Big Dogs are back playing "who's the Big Dog" for the early 2024-25 as well as breaking down emerging contenders, and viable pretenders

Ep 262Drake Bashes DeRozan on Vince Carters Jersey Retirement Night | Gregg Popovich Out Indefinitely | Embiid Shoves Reporter | NBA Trivia Returns
EThe Big Dogs make a quick turnaround and bring you their thoughts from a drama-filled weekend of the NBA off the court.

Ep 261Early Season Trade Talk | Giannis on the Move? | Jimmy Butler to Golden State? | Paolo Out Indefinitely | Big Dog of the Month: October
EThe Big Dogs break down some early season trade scenarios, as well as the injury to Paolo Banchero, and the first Big Dog of the Month award is given out.

Ep 260Ranking Each of the Remaining Undefeated Teams | Panic Button for the Bucks, Pacers, and Nuggets | Can Harden Lead the Clippers to the Playoffs? | Steph Injured | DWade Statue + Baby Momma Drama
EThe Big Dogs are back after a wild weekend of NBA action and we're here to recap the latest news from across the league. Matt & Jordan rank each of the remaining unbeaten teams, evaluate the panic level for some disappointing squads, as well as if James Harden is back to MVP form.

Ep 2592024-25 NBA Season Tip-Off Reactions | Most Impressive/Depressive Season Openers | Dejounte Murray Fractures Hand | 76ers Under Investigation | Ranking Rookie Extensions | Clippers Latest Lawsuit
EThe Big Dogs finally have basketball to break down as the league tipped off this week. Matt & Jordan give their early hot takes on the best & worst season opening performances, the latest injury woes for the Pelicans, and legal troubles for the 76ers & Clippers.

Ep 2582024-25 NBA Season Preview Special | NBA Finals Picks + MVP, DPOY, ROY, and more Predictions
EThe NBA season is finally upon us and the Big Dogs are giving all of their picks for this year's end of season awards, Finals matchup, as well as their infamous $50 wager.

Ep 2572024-25 NBA Pacific Division Preview | Who's the Top Dog in the Division? | Are the Lakers Legit? | Can the Suns Finally Compete | Is Harden Gaslighting Kawhi?
EThe final division preview ahead of the 2024-25 NBA season, hear what the Big Dogs have to say about the Pacific division.

Ep 2562024-25 Northwest Division Preview | Are the Nuggets Bad? | Who's the Best in the West, Timberwolves or Thunder?
EOn the homestretch of the NBA season, the Big Dogs provide their insight on the Northwest division and how they feel each team will shake out this year.

Ep 2552024-25 NBA Southwest Division Preview | Was last year a Fluke for the Mavericks? | Are the Grizzlies a Sleeping Giant? | Wemby on MVP Watch
EPart 4 of 6 NBA divisional previews, this episode focuses on the Southwest Division of the NBA.

Ep 2542024-25 Southeast Division Preview | Where do the Heat go from here? | Who's got a better chance to make the Playoffs, the Hornets or Hawks?
ECapping off the Eastern Conference portion of their six-part season preview, the Big Dogs are here to break down the Southeast division.

Ep 2532024-25 Central Division Preview | Can the Bucks get to the Finals? | Are the Pacers Legit? | How frisky are the Bulls?
EOn their second of six division previews ahead of the 2024-25 NBA season, the Big Dogs are here to preview the Central Division.

Ep 2522024-25 Season Preview | Atlantic Division
EThe 2024-25 season is just around the corner and the Big Dogs are back and ready to breakdown all 30 teams in the NBA prior to tip-off, starting with the Atlantic Division.Matt & Jordan discuss who won the Karl-Anthony Towns trade, the Celtics chances of repeating, the 76ers title chances, and what the rebuilding Raptors & Nets can look forward to.The Big Dogs also kick off the episode as they reflect on the career of Derrick Rose, as well as pay their respects to the late, Dikembe Mutombo.

Ep 251NBA 90s All-Time Draft Special | WE AIN'T DONE WITH THE 90s!
EThe Big Dogs are far from being done with the 90s as they dive even deeper into their evolution into annoying old heads as they draft their all-time starting fives from players in the 1990s.Let us know who won this all-time decades draft @bigdogballtalk on all social media platforms and what decade you want to see us draft next!

Ep 250NFL Kickoff Special | All-NBA NFL Team
EThe Big Dogs are celebrating the beginning of the football season by compiling a starting offence and defence made up of entirely NBA talent.

Ep 2492024 Olympic Basketball Recap | USA Claims Gold | Wemby Shines as France Claims Silver | Canada's Disappointing Finish
EThe Big Dogs have returned and are ready to recap the Olympic basketball tournament.

Ep 2482024 Paris Olympics Special: Men's Basketball Preview
EThe Big Dogs are going global as they breakdown the field competing in this year's Olympic basketball tournament.

Ep 247NBA Free Agency Recap | Paul George Joins the 76ers | Klay Thompson Traded to the Mavericks | Dejounte Murray to the Pelicans | CP3 to San Antonio | Under the Radar Signings | Best Remaining Free Agents
EThe Big Dogs have made their return as they recap all the biggest offseason moves and how this will impact the upcoming season.

Ep 2462024 NBA Draft Preview | Mikal Bridges Traded to the Knicks | Caruso for Giddey Trade Recap
EThe Big Dogs break in the offseason by previewing the NBA Draft, their choice for the top pick, under the radar prospects, as well as if Bronny James deserves a roster spot. Matt & Jordan also get into some trade talk recapping the blockbuster Mikal Bridges trade to complete the Nova Knicks, as well as the Bulls and Thunder making a big trade of their own.

Ep 2452024 NBA Finals Recap | Celtics Win 18th NBA Title | Where do the Mavs Go from Here? | Pistons Fire Monty Williams | Siakam Inks $189.5 Extension with the Pacers
EThe 2023-24 NBA season has officially come to an end with the Boston Celtics claiming the NBA Championship. Hear the Big Dogs break down the season-finale as well as their outlook toward the upcoming offseason.

Ep 2442024 NBA Finals Game 2 Recap | Celtics Cruise to Victory | Controversial No Call in the Fourth Quarter? | Who's More Worrying, Kyrie or Tatum?
EThe Big Dogs are back to recap Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Finals as they identify how the Mavericks need to adjust in order to comeback in the series as well as debate who's play is more worrying between Jayson Tatum and Kyrie Irving

Ep 2432024 NBA Finals Game 1 Recap | Celtics Depth Shines Against Mavericks | Can Kyrie Bounce Back? | Porzingis Explodes off the Bench
EThe Big Dogs recap Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks. Matt & Jordan discuss the dominant performance of Kristaps Porzingis, who returned from a 10-game absence and had a significant impact off the bench. They also analyze the play of Jason Tatum and Jaylen Brown, noting that Tatum's stat line may not reflect his overall impact on the game. . They also analyze the lack of ball movement and offensive struggles of the Mavericks, particularly Luca Doncic's low assist numbers. The conversation highlights the importance of the Mavericks finding ways to get easy buckets in the paint and draw attention to open up better looks on the outside.

Ep 2422024 NBA Finals Preview: Dallas Mavericks VS Boston Celtics | Can Luka Continue His Postseason Dominance? | Biggest Storylines Heading into the Finals | Caitlin Clarke Controversy Discussion
EThe Big Dogs discuss the NBA finals matchup between the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics, Matt & Jordan air out their hate for the Celtics, breakdown in-depth analysis of the Finals matchup, as well as discuss the recent controversy within the WNBA.

Ep 241Mavericks Take Commanding 3-0 Lead Over Timberwolves | Evaluating the Celtics Playoff Run thus Far | What are the Chances of a 0-3 Comeback
EThe Big Dogs recap the lopsided NBA Conference Finals matchups and what each side can do to make a historic comeback as they face insurmountable odds.

Ep 2402024 NBA Playoff Conference Final Preview | Can the Pacers put up a Fight Against the Celtics? | Luka VS Ant, Battle of Generational Talent | Where do the Nuggets, Thunder, & Knicks go from Here? | All-Defence/Rookie Teams Announced
EAfter a wild weekend of NBA Playoff action, the Conference Finals are set and the Big Dogs give their picks & predictions on who will earn their spot in the NBA Finals.

Ep 239Thunder VS Mavericks Game 6 Preview | Game 7 Seven Sunday Picks & Predictions for Timberwolves VS Nuggets and Pacers VS Knicks | Celtics Eliminate Cavaliers in 5 |
EThe Big Dogs recap all the latest NBA Playoff action including previewing all the potential series-ending matchups taking place this weekend, as well as addressing the Celtics cakewalk to the Eastern Conference Finals, and where the Cavs go from here.

Ep 238Nuggets Even Series with the Timberwolves | Pacers Blowout Shorthanded Knicks | Celtics Bounce Back Against the Cavaliers | Mavericks Eek Out Win Against Thunder | 2024 NBA Draft Lottery Recap
EThe Big Dogs are here again to recap the latest action from the weekend as several thrilling NBA Playoff matchups went down including the Nuggets earning back-to-back wins on the road, the Pacers demolishing the Knicks, as well as a reaction to the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery.

Ep 237Cavs Upset Celtics in Game 2 | The Mavs Take Game 2 Against the Thunder | Can the Timberwolves Sweep the Nuggets? | Officiating Issues in the Knicks VS Pacers Series | Jokic Wins 3rd MVP
EThe Big Dogs recap the latest action of the second round as well as the last round of NBA Awards being handed out.

Ep 236Cavaliers Comeback To Win Game 7 Over the Magic | Can the Cavs make it Interesting Against the Celtics? | Same Old Clippers | Mavericks VS Thunder Series Preview | Timberwolves VS Nuggets Game 1 Recap
ERecapping a wild weekend that saw the first round of the NBA Playoffs come to a close, as well as the beginning of the second round, the Big Dogs break down all the action that unfolded.If you're looking to start a podcast beef, please send applications in now. Cheers.

Ep 235Knicks Push Past the 76ers | Pacers Demolish Bucks to Win the Series | Pat Bev Up to No Good (Again) | Nuggets Send the Lakers Packing | Celtics Extinguish the Heat | Thunder Sweep the Pelicans | Round 2 Matchup Previews
EThe Big Dogs have a jam-packed show for you today as they recap a wild week of NBA Playoff action including the culmination of five first round matchups, as well as previewing the confirmed matchups for Round 2 of the postseason.

Ep 234Timberwolves Sweep the Suns | Brunson Shines as the Knicks Go Up 3-1 on the 76ers | PG and Harden Halt the Mavericks Comeback to Even the Series | Mark Daigneault Wins COTY
EThe Big Dogs recap a wild Sunday slate of the NBA Playoffs as the Timberwolves send the Suns packing, the Knicks takeover Philly, and the Clippers bounce back without Kawhi against the Mavs.

Ep 233Questionable Officiating Continues in Knicks VS 76ers | Nuggets Nearing Sweep of Lakers | Magic Bounce Back at Home } The Heat Find a Way to Steal Game 2 | 6MOY, CPOY, & MIP Reactions
EThe Big Dogs have returned and they are here to analyze the latest action surrounding the 2024 NBA Playoffs including the heated Knicks VS 76ers series, the Nuggets dominance over the Lakers, and more!

Ep 2322024 NBA Playoffs Game 1 Recap | Can the Young Squads Bounce Back? | Can Embiid Stay Healthy? | What Went From for the Mavs?
EAfter a thrilling opening weekend of NBA Playoff action, the Big Dogs are here to give their takes on the first games of each seven-game series.

Ep 2312024 NBA Playoff Preview | First Round Picks & Predictions | Finals Matchup and Championship Winner Revealed
EThe Big Dogs are here to give their predictions on the first round matchups of the 2024 NBA Playoffs as well as their picks to win the Larry O'Brien this season.

Ep 2302023-24 NBA Awards Show | MVP, DPOY, MIP, Big Dog of the Year, and More!
EHanding out the hardware for the 2023-24 regular season, see who the Big Dogs have selected for this year's top honours!

Ep 2292024 NBA Play-In Preview
EPreviewing this years Play-In tournament, the Big Dogs break down each matchup as well as the potential final battles for the remaining spots in the NBA Playoffs.

Ep 228The Nuggets Take Control of the West | KAT Returning to the Timberwolves Lineup | Is Luka Doncic the MVP? | Jrue Holiday Signs Extension with the Celtics
EThe Big Dogs send you off into the weekend the best way they know how with a loaded show as we recap the latest news from around the NBA as we quickly approach the 2024 postseason.

Ep 227Bucks Rancid 4-Game Losing Skid | 76ers On Fire with Embiid | Julius Randle Out for the Season | Big Dog of the Month: March | NCAA Men's Tournament Final Predictions
EAfter a brief hiatus the Big Dogs are back to recap the biggest stories of the past two weeks from across the NBA, give out some hardware, and preview the finale of March Madness.

Ep 226Controversial Finish to the Clippers VS 76ers | LaMelo Ball Out for the Season, Career Review | Jontay Porter Betting Scandal | Top 5 Worst Pickup Basketball Players
EThe Big Dogs kick off the Easter weekend with a bang as they recap a wild finish to the Clippers VS 76ers, as well as recapping what has been a dissappointing career so far for LaMelo Ball, Jontay Porter betting on himself (literally), and our Top 5 Worst types of pickup basketball players.

Ep 225Bucks Blow Out Thunder | Kerr Rests Curry as Timberwolves Score the Win | 76ers Defeat Harden and the Clippers | March Madness Round 2 Recap
EThe Big Dogs are back to recap a wild Sunday in the NBA as well as get you up to speed with the 2024 NCAA Tournament.

Ep 224Knicks Health Issues Continue | Top-Five In-Game Dunkers in NBA History | G League Ignite Disbanded | Round 1 of March Madness Recap
ERecap the last week of NBA action with the Big Dogs as well as the first round of this year's NCAA Tournament.