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Ep 73Harden Chokes in the Playoffs Again | Luka Magic Keeps the Mavs Season Alive | Jrue Holiday Plays Hero in Boston | Warriors Get Whooped by Grizz

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We officially have Game 7! With the NBA Playoffs heating up we see some teams moving on and others completely collapsing. The Big Dogs breakdown Hardens latest choke job, Luka and the Mavs dominate the Suns, The Bucks win another nail-biter, and sometimes you Whoop that Trick, sometimes that Trick Whoops you.Heat VS 76ers Game 6 (2:25)Suns VS Mavericks Game 6 (15:26)Bucks VS Celtics Game 5 (26:28)Warriors VS Grizzlies Game 5 (36:56)Jokic MVP/New NBA Hardware (48:58)

May 13, 202257 min

Ep 72Luka and the Mavs Even the Series | Vintage Harden Performance Wins it for Philly | Controversial Finish in Milwaukee | Warriors Looking to Close Out Grizz

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In a short but sweet show, the Big Dogs recap a thrilling NBA weekend with serious momentum shifts going down across the playoff bracket.Matt & Jordan recap Luka and the Mavs stepping up at home as CP3 struggles to stay out of foul trouble, Harden comes up huge for the Sixers, a controversial finish in Milwaukee leaves Boston fans enraged, and who the hell is breaking the code??Suns VS Mavericks Game 4 (2:20)Heat VS 76ers Game 4 (12:01)Celtics VS Bucks Game 3 (19:40)Grizzlies VS Warriors Game 3 (28:32)

May 9, 202237 min

Ep 71NBA Playoffs Round 2 have been 50% Lit, 50% Shit | Is Klay Hurting the Warriors? | Harden is Straight up WASHED | Luka Needs Some Help ASAP

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The Big Dogs are back and ready to breakdown game 2 of each playoff series. Matt & Jordan discuss how Giannis and the Bucks need to bounce back against the well oiled Boston machine, as well as Klay Thompsons lacklustre play, Hardens latest disappearing act, and of course some updates on the Ben Simmons Saga.Bucks VS Celtics Game 2 (3:47)Warriors VS Grizzlies Game 2 (15:59)76ers VS Heat Game 2 (29:53)Mavericks VS Suns Game 2 (37:16)Ben Simmons Back Surgery (46:35)

May 6, 202255 min

Ep 70Bucks Smack the Celtics in Boston | Warriors Steal the Win in Memphis | Embiid Out with Concussion | Kings Head Coach Finalists | Zion Wants Extension in NOLA?

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The Big Dogs are in playoff form, breaking down the action from the opening games of the second-round of the NBA postseason. Matt & Jordan breakdown Giannis and the Bucks dominant win in Bostons, Klay Thompsons late heroics in Memphis, as well as major news from around the association such as Embiids latest injury, Sacramentos coaching hunt, and Zion Williamson wanting to sign an extension.Bucks VS Celtics Game 1 (2:16)Warriors VS Grizzlies Game 1 (14:29)Joel Embiid Injury Update (24:28)Sacramento Kings Coaching Search (35:27)Zion Contract Extension (43:56)

May 2, 202251 min

Ep 69NBA Playoffs Round 2 Preview | 76ers Embarrass Raptors to Close Out Series | CP3 Perfect Game Ends Pelicans Cinderella Run

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While they might be down, the Big Dogs are never out. Matt & Jordan recap the elimination games from the first round of the NBA playoffs and go on to preview the 2nd round of the playoffs.76ers VS Raptors Game 6 (3:23)Suns VS Pelicans Game 6 (14:56)Celtics VS Nets Game 4 (25:12)Bulls VS Bucks Game 5 (32:17)Nuggets VS Warriors (37:56)Playoff Round 2 Preview (43:29)

Apr 29, 20221h 8m

Ep 68Can the Pelicans Pull Off the Upset? | Ben Simmons Saga Hits All-Time Low | Do the Raptors Have Life? | Trae Young Ice Cold from the Field Against the Heat

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No sweeps so far but the Nets are in trouble! The Big Dogs recap a wild weekend of NBA basketball as we saw seasons stay alive, rivalries intensify, and the most-skilled duo of all-time vanish before our eyes.Bucks VS Bulls Game 4 (5:10)Warriors VS Nuggets Game 4 (12:31)Heat VS Hawks Game 4 (20:31)Suns VS Pelicans Game 4 (27:31)76ers VS Raptors Game 4 (39:42)Mavericks VS Jazz Game 4 (50:36)Celtics VS Nets Game 3 (58:09)Grizzlies VS Timberwolves Game 4 (1:11:07)

Apr 25, 20221h 21m

Ep 67Timberwolves Sell TWICE | Time to Blow the Jazz Up |Warriors got the Nuggets on the Ropes | Raptors Need a Miracle | Window of Opportunity Open for the Bulls?

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Grizzlies VS Timberwolves Game 3 (3:44)Mavericks VS Jazz Game 3 (12:09)Warriors VS Nuggets Game 3 (23:28)76ers VS Raptors Game 3 (33:44)Nets VS Celtics Game 2 (50:07)Bulls VS Bucks Game 2 (58:46)Pelicans VS Suns Game 2 (1:03:06)Hawks VS Heat Game 2 (1:08:00)

Apr 22, 20221h 14m

Ep 66NBA Playoffs First Round Game 1 Recap | Tatum Beats the Buzzer as Kyrie Flips the Bird | Could the T-Wolves Upset Memphis? | Raptors Take Several Ls in Blowout|

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Round 1 of the NBA Playoffs are off to a fire start! The Big Dogs breakdown their first impressions of each matchup, including the incredible heroics of Jayson Tatum, Edwards & KAT looking unstoppable, and of course crying over the annual Game 1 loss for the Raptors.Nets VS Celtics Game 1 (4:34)Bulls VS Bucks Game 1 (15:37)Hawks VS Heat Game 1 (25:08)Pelicans VS Suns Game 1 (31:16)Raptors VS 76ers Game 1 (36:29)Timberwolves VS Grizzlies Game 1 (46:44)Jazz VS Mavericks Game 1 (54:16)Nuggets VS Warriors Game 1 (1:01:32)

Apr 18, 20221h 12m

Ep 65NBA Playoff Round 1 Preview Special

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They're here! Its the playoffs baby and the Big Dogs are chomping at the bit for playoff basketball. Matt & Jordan give their picks and breakdown each playoff matchup in the first-round, while giving their picks for who is going to win it all.*Matts mic was on the fritz, apologies for poor quality, one time issue*Cavaliers/Hawks VS Heat (2:40)Nets VS Celtics (15:27)Bulls VS Bucks (29:34)Raptors VS 76ers (39:00)Clippers/Pelicans VS Suns (49:00)Timberwolves VS Grizzlies (56:16)Warriors VS Nuggets (1:02:55)Mavericks VS Jazz (1:10:53)

Apr 15, 20221h 23m

Ep 64NBA Regular Season Awards Special | Ramadan Kyrie is Unstoppable | Timberwolves Celebrate like they Won the Larry O' B

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The regular season is officially a wrap so its time to hand out the hardware. Matt & Jordan give their picks for each of the major awards given in the NBA as well as the announcement of the inaugural Big Dog of the Year Award. The Big Dogs also breakdown the first two play-in games between the Cavaliers and Nets, plus the wild finish to the Clippers VS Timberwolves.Play-in Review (2:51)Rookie of the Year (10:30)Coach of the Year (16:36)Big Dog of the Year (24:53)Sixth Man of the Year (29:38)Most Improved Player (35:09)Defensive Player of the Year (43:46)Most Valuable Player (53:32)

Apr 13, 20221h 5m

Ep 63NBA Play-In Preview | All-NBA Teams

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The play-in tournament is here and the Big Dogs couldn't be more ready. Matt & Jordan breakdown each of the four play-in games, as well as who they think will win the potential do-or-die matchup for the 8th-seed in each conference. On top of this, the boys unveil their All-NBA selections for the 2021-22 season, while going on a rant about fixed positions.Cleveland VS Brooklyn (2:22)Clippers VS Timberwolves (14:28)Hornets VS Hawks (22:29)Spurs VS Pelicans (34:35)All-NBA Teams (46:58)

Apr 11, 20221h 11m

Ep 62 Shorthanded Raptors Beat 76ers | Bucks Jump the Celtics | Miami Heat Clinch #1 Seed | Lakers Miss Playoffs | Bulls Rocky Playoff Chances | Ben10 to Miss Play-in

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The most controversial podcast in basketball is back and salivating at the thought of playoff basketball. With tons of movement in the NBA standings Matt & Jordan breakdown potential playoff matchups as well as possible struggles teams may face.Raptors VS 76ers (2:44)Celtics VS Bucks (15:10)Miami Clinches East (27:47)Lakers Out of Playoff Contention (36:42)Lonzo Ball Out for the Year/Bull Playoff Chances (50:15)Ben Simmons to Miss Play-in (58:14)Big Dog of the Month (1:03:00)

Apr 8, 20221h 15m

Ep 61Kyle Lowry Returns to the 6ix | Luka Outdoes Giannis | MVP Race Review | Emo Donovan Mitchell is Back! | NCAA Championship Preview

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The prodigal son has returned. Jordan is back and the Big Dog reunion is on. The guys breakdown the return of Kyle Lowry to Toronto, the MVP race, and emo Donovan Mitchell might be here to stay.Kyle Lowry Returns (3:44)Mavericks VS Bucks/MVP Race (22:10)Emo Donovan Mitchell & the Utah Jazz (49:09)March Madness (59:40)

Apr 4, 20221h 8m

Ep 60Bucks VS Nets Ends in Controversy | DeRozan Drops 50 | PG13 Returns | AD Back With LA | Emo Donovan Mitchell | Time Lord and Trae Injured | 2022 HOF Class

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Matt is flying solo in this one, as Jordan is out sick. None the less the show must go on as there has been tons of stories, returns, and more in the NBA.Bucks VS Nets (1:31)Clippers VS Bulls (13:03)AD Return Preview (21:51)Donovan Mitchell Comments (31:37)Robert Williams/Trae Young Injuries (38:18) 2022 HOF Class (48:09)

Apr 1, 202257 min

Ep 59Pelicans Rally Against Lakers | Celtics Run the East | Suns Win as 76ers Struggle | Nets Drop Lower in Play-in Race | Are the Jazz Finished? | NCAA Final Four

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With tons of playoff preview matchups, the Big Dogs are licking their chops as we inch closer to the postseason. Topics include the Pelicans come from behind win over the Lakers, the Celtics may be the team to beat in the East, Harden struggles hurting the Sixers, the Nets are getting complacent, the Jazz season might already be over, and of course, the March Madness Final Four is set.Lakers VS Pelicans (4:18)Timberwolves VS Celtics (14:35)76ers VS Suns (26:10)Hornets VS Nets (37:36)Jazz VS Mavericks (50:44)NCAA Final Four (1:02:00)

Mar 28, 20221h 11m

Ep 58CP3 Makes His Return | Raptors Beat Cavs Amidst Heated Playoff Race | Kyrie is Full-Time | Heat Fighting on the Bench | Should Referees Be Fined?

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In todays show, the Big Dogs recap a thrilling return for Chris Paul in Denver, the Raptors besting the Cavs as they become tied for 6th in the East, Kyrie Irving is back playing in NYC, the Heat started a self-imposed bench brawl, and should NBA refs be fined for poor officiating?That, some Eminem slander, and much more all on Big Dog Ball TalkCP3 Return (4:42)Raptors VS Cavs (17:27)Kyrie Irving Full-Time (31:10)Miami Heat Bench Brawl (44:41)Should NBA Refs be Fined? (55:21)

Mar 25, 20221h 6m

Ep 57Harden Costs 76ers Victory Over Toronto | Celtics Dominate in Denver | The Hawks are a Lost Cause | LBJ Becomes #2 All-Time Scorer | Kings Roast Session

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The Big Dogs are back to recap an up and down Sunday Slate of the NBA, breakdown LeBron James newest accolade, and take out their frustrations on the dumpster fire that is the Sacramento Kings.Raptors VS 76ers (2:44)Celtics VS Nuggets (14:44)Pelicans VS Hawks (27:42)LeBron Rises Points Scored Ranks (41:38)Sacramento Kings Roast Session (51:08)

Mar 21, 20221h 3m

Ep 56Which March 50-point Performance was Most Impressive? | LeBron on the Verge of a Mental Breakdown? | Curry Sidelined with Ankle Injury | Dallas Dinwiddie Might be the GOAT | Jamal Murray and Patrick Williams Activated to the G League

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They just can't stop scoring 50. The NBA in March has been must-see TV on a nightly basis and the Big Dogs are here to breakdown the biggest stories and developments of the week.50+ Point Performances (3:30)LBJ Fed Up (16:59)Steph Curry Injury (29:04)Dinwiddie Beats the Buzzer Again (41:20)Jamal Murray and Patrick Williams Returning Soon (50:26)

Mar 18, 20221h 0m

Ep 55LeBron Makes History with 30K/10K/10K | KD Drops 53 in the Battle For NYC | The Mavericks Edge Out the Celtics in Boston | Klay Drops 38 on the Bucks | Coach Popovich Breaks All-Time Win Record

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History is being made every day in the NBA, and the Big Dogs are here to make more of it.LeBron James became the first player to reach 30K career-points, rebounds, & assists, KD continues to dominate in his return, Dinwiddie does it again for the Mavs, Klay Thompson might be back to his old ways, and Gregg Popovich sets the record for most wins as an NBA Coach.LeBron 30/10/10 (2:37)KD Drops 53 (17:16)Mavericks VS Celtics (27:06)Bucks VS Warriors (41:46)Popovich Sets Win Record (52:11)

Mar 14, 20221h 3m

Ep 54Nets Destroy 76ers at Home | Warriors Win in a Thriller Against the Nuggets | Suns Clinch Playoff Spot | "Westbrick" Slander | Big Dog of the Month Award

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In todays show the Big Dogs breakdown the most anticipated (and disappointing) matchup of the NBA regular season between the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers. Other topics include Warriors VS Nuggets, the Suns becoming the first team to clinch a playoff spot, update on the Russell Westbrick Saga in LA, and a late Big Dog of the Month Award winner is announced.Nets VS 76ers (3:33)Warriors VS Nuggets (19:02)Suns Clinch Playoffs (34:30)Westbrick (42:05)Big Dog of the Month (51:07)

Mar 11, 20221h 0m

Ep 53Jayson Tatum Drops 54 as the Nets Continue to Plummet | The Bucks Escape with a Victory over the Shorthanded Suns | Kristaps Porzingis Wizards Debut Recap | LeBron James Drops 56 and Carries the Lakers Past the Warriors | Zion Returning?

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In todays show the Big Dogs recap some absolute thrillers that went down this past weekend including multiple 50-point performances, and several other massive games.Topics include: how down bad are the Nets, did the Suns crack the Giannis code, Porzingis-Dinwiddie trade seems to be working for both sides (weirdly), LBJ is one of the best scorers ever, and Zion might finally be back!Nets VS Celtics (2:27)Suns VS Bucks (17:45)Porzingis Debut (30:11)Warriors VS Lakers (41:09)Zion Return (55:04)

Mar 7, 20221h 3m

Ep 52Dwane Casey Owns The Raptors | Kevin Durant's Return Spoiled by The Heat | Ja Morant MVP Talks are Picking Up! | No CP3, No Booker, No Problem for The Suns | What's Going on in the G League??

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After another loss at the hands of their former Head Coach Dwane Casey, The Big Dogs, breakdown the unfortunate trend as well as the silver lining for the Raptors in this defeat. Other topics include KD's impressive return versus the Miami Heat, Ja Morants surging MVP odds, the Suns are by-far the best team in the NBA, and what is going on with the NBA G League??Pistons VS Raptors (3:18)Heat VS Nets (15:28)Ja Morant MVP (27:27)Shorthanded Suns (41:29)G League (53:15)

Mar 4, 20221h 4m

Ep 51Embiid & Harden Live at the Charity Stripe | How Can the Lakers Get Any Worse? | Luka and the Mavs Storm Back Against the Warriors | Are the Celtics Legitimate Contenders in the East? | The Raptors Bludgeoned on Back-to-Back Stand

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In todays show the Big Dogs breakdown the impressive debut of the Beard in Philly, as well as his connection with Joel Embiid. Other topics include a overview of the new Lakers drama, controversy, and lows, the Mavericks come from behind victory over the Warriors and is Draymond the most valuable piece on the Golden State roster? Are the Celtics destined for another Conference Finals appearance, and the Raptors hit a wall and there are a number of places to blame.Harden Debut (2:35)Lakers Struggle (15:41)Mavs Comeback (30:36)Celtics Dark Horse Status (44:09)Raptors are Down Bad (55:08)

Feb 28, 2022

Ep 50NBA Season Midway Evaluation | Embiid Chased Simmons + Beal Over Harden? | NYC Lifting Mask Mandate Could Make Kyrie a Full-Time Player| Kemba Agrees to be Sidelined for the Season | Is Zion a Bad Teammate?

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The Big Dogs are in the mood to celebrate as they made it to 50 episodes! In this pod Matt & Jordan reevaluate their pre-season predictions, analyze all the drama coming out of Philly over Ben Simmons departure and the acquisition of James Harden, Kyrie may return to full-time status, Kemba and the Knicks come to terms on his status on the roster, and Zion Williamson might be a diva?Midway Evaluation (2:15)Embiid Chased Simmons/Beal (22:40)Kyrie to Return Full-Time (34:11)Kemba Sidelined the Remainder of the Season (39:11)Zion a Bad Teammate? (47:24)

Feb 25, 20221h 3m

Ep 49NBA All-Star Weekend Recap l LBJ and Bronny are a Package Deal l CP3 Out 6-8 Weeks

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As we sit and wait for the all-star break to be over, the Big Dogs recap an exciting all-star weekend. Matt & Jordan discuss Curry going for 50 and the MVP, was the dunk contest hate warranted, and whether or not each format works for skills competitions. Other topics include CP3 to miss extended time with a thumb injury, and LeBron confirming whoever drafts Bronny also gets him.All-Star Game (4:13)Dunk Contest (18:07)3-Point Contest (29:02)Skills Contest (33:20)Rising Stars Game (39:05)Celeb Game (41:39)LBJ x Bronny (49:10)CP3 Injury (53:25)

Feb 21, 20221h 1m

Ep 48Cotroversial Finish in Double OT Between Heat and Hornets l Embiid Leads the Sixers Past the Bucks l AD Out...Again l Is James Harden an All-Time Locker Room Pariah? l All-Star Weekend Picks + Predictions

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The All-Star Duo of the Podcasting world is back, as the Big Dogs break down a wild Thursday night in the Association, while previewing this weekends All-Star Festivities.Matt & Jordan break down the Heats controversial win over the Hornets, Embiids MVP case growing as he dominates against the Bucks, Anthony Davis latest Injury, James Harden Drama, and of course their picks for skills, 3-point shooting, and dunk contests.

Feb 18, 20221h 6m

Ep 47Big Dog Guest Talk l NBA Dunk Contest Coach, Chuck Millan

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In our first guest interview we had the privilege to sit down with a pioneer of dunk culture, the big dog of the dunk world, Chuck Millan. You may know Chuck as the CEO of Team Flight Brothers but he is also the man responsible for bringing life and energy back into the NBA Dunk Contest. Matt & Jordan sit down with Chuck to discuss how he got started in dunking, what his duties are as an NBA Dunk Coach, and much more!Follow Chuck @TFBChuckTheBoss on Twitter/Instagram

Feb 16, 202234 min

Ep 46Jokic Rejects the Raptors at the Buzzer l Luka is a Lambo at a Trap House l Ja Morant Hurt by Camera Operator l More Russell Westbrook Slander l Jamal Murray and MPJ Return Incoming? l NBA Trivia

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The NFL season is over, so it's time you set your focus on the NBA and the Big Dogs got you covered for all the biggest new, stories, and rumours in the Association. Let us be your Valentine as we recap the biggest games from the weekend including the Raptors and Nuggets going toe-to-toe but the reigning MVP saying no, no, no.Other topics include Ja Morant hurting his ankle on a baseline camera operator, Luka playing exceptional with no supporting cast, Russell Westbrook talking non-sense, MPJ and Jamal Murray could return for playoffs, and of course, Monday Trivia.Raptors VS Nuggets (2:58)Luka Back-to-Back Monster Games (15:43)Ja Morant Freak Injury (29:34)Westbrook Slander (39:54)Jamal and MPJ Returning? (46:56)NBA Trivia (54:33)

Feb 14, 20221h 14m

Ep 45Craziest NBA Trade Deadline Ever?? l Harden to the 76ers, Simmons to the Nets Drama l Pelicans have Life with CJ l The Kings go All-In on the Play-in l Dragic is Finally Gone, and more!

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After one of the craziest Trade Deadlines of all-time, the NBA landscape has been completely shaken up. With all-stars in new places, the league is wide-open for the taking and it's only a matter of time before we see who snatches the crown.James Harden for Ben Simmons Swap (4:13)Porzingis to the Wizards (18:48)McCollum to the Pelicans (27:52)Sabonis to the Kings (40:51)Dragic shipped out of Toronto ( 48:37)Harrell to the Hornets (55:00)4-Team-Trade (1:00:30)

Feb 11, 20221h 10m

Ep 44NBA Trade Deadline Preview l Buyers, Sellers, or Boring l Stars Most Likely to be Traded l Caris LeVert to the Cavs l Norm Powell to the Clippers

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The most exciting part of the NBA season is upon us, the NBA Trade Deadline. With big trades already made in Caris LeVert and Norman Powell. this deadline could be jam-packed with big names on the move.LeVert to the Cavs (3:41)Powell to the Clippers (14:21)Buyers, Sellers, or Boring (28;35)Stars Most Likely to be Traded (51:20)

Feb 7, 20221h 10m

Ep 43NBA All-Star Reserves Announced, Who Got Snubbed? l Rising Stars Game is Rejuvenated l Final Dunk Contest Competitors Announced l Big Dog of the Month l Where do the Clippers Go From Here?

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In pod #43, the Big Dogs breakdown the East and West Reserves announced for the All-Star Game, who got snubbed, and who could be an injury replacement. Other topics include the Rising Stars game is revamped and might be worth watching, the dunk contest field is official, the Big Dog of the Month Award is given out but not to a centre, and the LA Clippers might've dug their own grave.All-Star Reserves (2:23)Rising Stars (23:51)Dunk Contest Competitors (34:15)Big Dog of the Month (42:51)LA Clippers Looking Future Grim (49:10)

Feb 4, 20221h 2m

Ep 42Jokic and the Jokicettes Beat Down the Bucks l Kyrie and Wiggins Duel as the Warriors Hosted the Nets l 3OT Thriller Between the Raptors and Heat l LaMelo Ball All-Star Leak? l Cole Anthony to the Dunk Contest l NBA Trivia

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After a massive weekend in the Association, the Big Dogs are back to discuss all the biggest games and trending topics from the NBA World.Topics include the Nuggets laying the hammer down on the Bucks for a huge road-win, Kyrie ran solo against the Warriors and almost pulled off the upset, The Raptors may have won against the Heat but did they showcase their biggest weakness in the process? LaMelo Ball All-Star leaked?? And Cole Anthony is officially the first entrant into the dunk contest and Matt knew the whole time?Nuggets VS Bucks (1:58)Nets VS Warriors (11:30)Raptors VS Heat (20:48)LaMelo Ball All-Star Leak (36:13)Cole Anthony to enter the Dunk Contest (42:29)NBA Trivia (49:37)

Jan 31, 20221h 5m

Ep 41NBA All-Star Starters Reaction, WIGGINS BABY l 76ers and Embiid Route the Lakers l The Raptors were Good, but the Bulls were Great l The Young Gun Cavs Shellack the Bucks l The Hornets Drop 158?? l The Atlanta Hawks are on the Rise

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Coming off the heels of their All-Star Selection Special, the Big Dogs react to the NBA All-Star Starters, where they went right and where they went wrong. Other topics include The 76ers get a win over the Lakers as Embiid and AD Duelled, The Raptors coming up short against the Bulls, the Cavs are electric and might be East Contenders, Hornets break a franchise record in points, the Hawks are on a 5-game win streak, and James Harden could be traded??All-Star Starters (2:16)Lakers VS 76ers (13:48)Raptors VS Bulls (28:42)Bucks VS Cavs (40:03)Hornets Drop 158 on Pacers (51:37)Hawks are on a Tear (55:35)James Harden Trade Rumours (1:06:00)

Jan 28, 20221h 16m

Ep 40NBA All-Star Selection Special

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The Big Dogs are back with a special Wednesday show, giving out their All-Star votes for not just the starters, but the reserves as well. The full 12-man rosters for both conferences are being revealed and the results may shock, enrage, and confuse you as Matt & Jordan implement their very different and unique criteria of what makes an all-star.

Jan 26, 20221h 27m

Ep 39The Warriors Beat The Jazz In a Close One l The Heat Fight Off Late Lakers Surge l Dallas Picks Up a Big Win, Did we Overestimate the Grizzlies? l Tatum drops 51 l Bulls VS Bucks Rivalry is Heating Up l Stop Sleeping on the Clippers

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In a wild NBA Weekend there's no shortage of games to breakdown with the Big Dogs. Matt & Jordan dive into the competitive Jazz VS Warriors game, plus break down the Heat VS Lakers and Grizzlies VS Mavericks from Sunday Night. Other topics include Tatum dropping 51, the Bucks VS Bulls rivalry is awesome, and we're here for it, and the Clippers might be terrifying come playoffs.Jazz VS Warriors (4:09)Lakers VS Heat (17:19)Grizzlies VS Mavericks (33:12)Tatum 50-piece (43:11)Bulls VS Bucks (51:34)Clippers VS 76ers (59:13)Who Am I? (1:04:00)

Jan 24, 20221h 18m

Ep 38Suns take down Mavs in a Thriller l Embiid and Jokic Skyrocket in the MVP Race l Bulls Bounce Back l The Milwaukee "Contender Killer" Bucks l Sabonis for De'Aaron Fox Rumours? l Frank Vogel on the Hot Seat

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The Big Dogs breakdown a back and forth matchup between the Phoenix Suns and Dallas Mavericks, where the stars came out to play. Other topics include, Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic cementing their cases for MVP consideration, the Bulls get a much needed win over the Cavs, the Bucks get another win over a contender, will Sabonis or Fox be moved by the deadline? and Frank Vogel pack your bags.Suns VS Mavericks Recap (4:56)Embiid/Jokic MVP Case (21:55)Bulls Bounce Back Against Cavs (35:54)Bucks VS Grizzlies Recap (46:47)Sabonis - Fox Trade Talks (58:57)Frank Vogel on the Hot Seat (1:08:10)3-Team Trade Review (1:18:08)

Jan 21, 20221h 27m

Ep 37The Jazz Conquer the Nuggets, but are they Legit Contenders? l Embiid Looking Like the MVP Against the Heat l The Bulls are Down Bad l Where do the Mavs go From Here? l KD MCL Injury l Who Am I?

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As the season keeps on rolling, so do the Big Dogs. In todays show Matt & Jordan breakdown the beatdown laid on the Nuggets at the hands of the Jazz, as well as recapping 76ers VS Heat, Warriors VS Bulls, and Mavs VS Grizz. Jazz VS Nuggets (2:4376ers VS Heat (18:12)Warriors Blow Out Bulls (30:29Mavericks VS Grizzlies (41:22)KD MCL Injury (51:08)Who Am I? (57:51)

Jan 17, 20221h 17m

Ep 36The Bucks Trample the Warriors, Full-Game Recap l Nets VS Bulls Recap l Westbrook Chokes Again l Cam Reddish to the Knicks, and more NBA Trade Talk l Devin Booker VS The Raptor l Dame Out for the Season? l Friday Trivia Special

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In a LOADED show, the Big Dogs breakdown the biggest matchups of the week between title contenders as the Warriors took on the Bucks, and the Nets battled against the Bulls. Matt & Jordan also talk about Westbrooks future with the Lakers and how to handle his late-game antics, analyzing the Cam Reddish to NY trade, Devin Booker beefing with a mascot, Dame may be done for the year, and the return of NBA Trivia.Warriors VS Bucks Recap (3:41)Nets VS Bulls Recap (15:51)What to do with Westbrook (27:00)NBA Trade Talk (40:25)DBook VS The Raptor (57:41)Dame Injury (1:03:23)NBA Trivia (1:07:38)

Jan 14, 20221h 21m

Ep 35It's Klay Day! Reacting to Klay Thompsons Return l The Miami Heat Depth Could Win them the East l Randle Gives a Thumbs Down to the NY Crowd l Bucks VS Nets Recap l Are the Mavericks Better Without Porzingis?

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Back like we never left, because we didn't, but just in time to see the return of Klay Thompson. Listen to the Big Dogs react live to Klay Day and reminisce over their favourite Klay moments. Other topics include the Heats big win over the Suns and how important their bench depth is, Randle gives the thumbs down to the NYK fans and Matt & Jordan discuss athletes VS fans, a quick recap of the Bucks VS Nets, and a discussion around the Mavs win streak, plus what they need to do to maintain it.Klay Day (2:11)Miami Heat Depth (16:50)Randle Thumbs Down (25:44)Bucks VS Nets (37:32)Mavericks Win Streak (49:17)

Jan 10, 20221h 2m

Ep 34Kyrie Irving Makes Season Debut l NBA All-Star Voting First Returns Reaction l What is the Raptors Ceiling? l Steph Out, Klay In? l Rockets Silencing the Haters l NBA DRAMA

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The Big Dogs are back and so is Kyrie as he dropped a smooth 22 in his return to the Association. Matt & Jordan review Kyrie's debut as well as analyze his fit on the Nets. Other topics include initial reactions to NBA-All Star voting, how far can the Toronto Raptors go, Steph is injured but will Klay return this weekend, the Rockets shut up the haters, and of course some NBA related Drama.Kyrie Season Debut (2:53)NBA All-Star Voting (20:48)Raptors are Rolling (32:28)Klay Return Incoming? (45:01)Have the Rockets Figured it Out? (58:18)NBA DRAMA (1:08:03)

Jan 7, 20221h 16m

Ep 33DeMar DeBuzzer Beater and the Red Hot Bulls l Is Fred VanVleet an All-Star? l Who's to Blame in Houston? l Big Dog of the Month l NBA Trivia

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In the first official episode of Big Dog Ball Talk in 2022, Matt & Jordan ramp up their homerisms and biases for this episode as they talk about DeMar DeRozans MVP stretch, as well as make Fred VanVleets all-star case. Other topics include a discussion about what is truly wrong with the Rockets, the Big Dog of the month award, and of course, Monday Trivia.DeRozan & the Bulls (2:04)Fred VanVleet All-Star Case (16:20)Who's to Blame in Houston (27:46)Big Dog of the Month (39:00)NBA Trivia (44:53)

Jan 3, 20221h 8m

Ep 32Big Dog Ball Talk NYE! l Embiid and the Sixers Wave Goodbye to KD and the Nets l Draymond Green Puts the League on Blast l Rondo to Cleveland l Every NBA Teams New Years Resolution

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It's a New Year, but the same old Big Dogs, back with more rants, hot takes, and overall ridiculousness. In todays podcast Matt & Jordan breakdown the 76ers win over the Nets, Draymond Green tweeting his displeasure with game postponements, Rondos fit on the Cavs, and New Years Resolutions for each franchise as they try to make 2022 their year.76ers VS Nets (3:27)Draymond Green Tweets (19:05)Rondo to the Cavs (31:11)New Years Resolutions (41:56)

Dec 31, 20211h 12m

Ep 31NBA Christmas Day Recap l How Bad is Westbrook Right Now? l The Raptors Lost by How Much?? l NBA Playoffs: Dead or Alive? l Monday Trivia

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The Holiday season is coming to a close, but the Big Dogs are still bringing you the best gifts in the podcast world. Matt & Jordan recap the NBA Christmas day slate that actually wasn't nearly as depressing as predicted. Other topics include a venting session for the Raptors 44-point loss to the Cavs, evaluating teams currently outside the play-in tournaments playoff chances, and the return of Monday trivia.Christmas Recap (2:56)Raptors VS Cavaliers (29:25)Dead or Alive (36:53)Trivia (48:41)

Dec 27, 20211h 2m

Ep 30NBA Christmas Special l X-mas Day Slate Breakdown

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Its the most wonderful time of the year, and the Big Dogs are here to breakdown the 5-game slate for the best tradition in sports, NBA on Christmas Day. Matt & Jordan progressively get more and more depressed as they discuss the COVID impacted rosters are set to play for the holiday. Hawks VS Knicks (2:59)Celtics VS Bucks (11:54)Suns VS Warriors (22:08)Nets VS Lakers (32:23)Mavericks VS Jazz (47:57)

Dec 24, 202157 min

Ep 29Kyrie is Back! but not really... l COVID Outbreak Getting out of Hand l Is SGA a top 5 Point Guard? l Cavs Look Like Legit Contenders l Blind Player Comparisons

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Matt is back to speaking with his chest, and Jordan pays the price. The Big Dogs breakdown the return of Kyrie and how this impacts the league on and off the court, COVID outbreaks are tearing the season apart, SGA looks like an all-star, the Cavaliers are the hottest team in basketball, and of course the return of blind player comparisonsKyrie Return (3:32)COVID Talk (16:27)Is SGA Top-5? (24:07)How Good are the Cavs? (35:29)Blind Player Comparisons (45:23)

Dec 20, 20211h 5m

Ep 28AR-15 Shoots the Lights Out in OT for the Lakers l Devonte Graham hits from DEEP at the Buzzer l Anthony Edwards Might be the Minneapolis Messiah l Jerami Grant: The NBAs Most Eligible Bachelor? l Return of the Short King: IT4 Back in the NBA

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Matt's quiet as a mouse trying to be "professional" while Jordan continues to bring the heat as the Big Dogs breakdown the insane Wednesday night slate, plus touch upon some hypothetical trades for Jerami Grant, how Isaiah Thomas will impact the Lakers, and is Anthony Edwards the star Minnesota has been waiting for?Lakers VS Mavericks (1:42)Pelicans VS Thunder (13:56)Anthony Edwards Historic Night (22:04)Jerami Grant Trade Talk (35:39)Return of IT (48:34)

Dec 18, 202159 min

Ep 2776ers Spoil Curry's Night l Is Zion a Shapeshifter? l What's Wrong with the Mavs? l COVID Delay Inbound? l Blind Comparisons

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In this episode the Big Dogs review Curry coming up short in his quest for the all-time 3-point crown, Zion's health, Can the Mavericks win with this current roster? COVID numbers are picking up, and a new segment where Matt & Jordan compare player stats without knowing the players in questions.76ers Clamp Curry (2:50)What is Going on with Zion? (15:31)Assessing the Mavs (26:05)COVID Talk (42:30)Blind Player Comparisons (48:59)

Dec 13, 2021

Ep 26Indiana Fire Sale! Mock Trades for the Pacers l Pat Bev is all Bark, No Bite, l Barkley Calls Out Anthony Davis l LeBron James VS Freedom??

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Rants on rants on rants. The Big Dogs are into one and are letting their thoughts be known as they tear into biggest news stories in the NBA. The Pacers are moving on from LeVert, Sabonis, and Turner, so Matt & Jordan play GM and breakdown mock trades for each player. Other topics include Patrick Beverly calls out Rudy Gobert post-blowout, Chuck tells it like it is in regards to AD, and who's in the right/wrong in the Enes Freedom VS LBJ situation.Pacers Trade Talks (3:40)Timberwolves Chirp Gobert (28:45)Barkley Calls out Davis (40:55)Freedom VS LBJ...Politically Speaking (52:58)

Dec 10, 20211h 5m

Ep 25All-Time Position Ranking SPECIAL

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The Big Dogs compiled their top 5 all-time at each position, unveil their picks, and have plenty of debate on who should be ranked higher, and a dispute on who's the all-time GOAT? All-time Point Guards (2:11)All-time Shooting Guards (25:26)All-time Small Forwards (47:56)All-time Power Forwards (1:04:40)All-time Centres (1:21:00)

Dec 8, 20211h 39m

Ep 24Top 51, but We're Not 51 l The New York Knicks are Back to Their Old Ways l Blazers GM Fired, Time to Free Dame? l Are the Grizzles better without Morant? l Rockets are Ready for Liftoff l Monday Trivia

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In a jam-packed podcast the Big Dogs unveil a new ranking within Canada, discuss how the Knicks can bounce back from their recent struggles and what to do with Kemba Walker. Other topics include front office turnover in Portland, Grizzlies are hot without their all-star point guard, is Jalen Green a bust for the Rockets? and of course, some Monday Trivia.What's Wrong with the Knicks (3:58)Neil Olshey Fired (18:10)Rockets Turning Their Season Around? (27:05)Grizzlies Hot Streak Without Morant (40:51)Monday Trivia (52:41)

Dec 6, 20211h 12m