
Dunc'd On Basketball NBA Podcast
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GSW Offseason Outlook + Monday Daily Duncs (5/19/25)
Nate and Danny kick off their 2025 Offseason Outlook series with an in-depth look at the Golden State Warriors, discussing their current roster situation, cap implications, and potential trade and free agent targets.Full Daily Duncs with links7 in 7New championsNew York KnicksUpsetsNew YorkCeltics-KnicksGame 6Boston CelticsCavaliers-CelticsOklahoma City ThunderThunder-Nuggets/TimberwolvesFull Daily Duncs with links Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
DEN/OKC Game 7; MIN/OKC Outlook; A Few More Free Agents
Denver gave it everything they had, but everything that makes the Thunder the Thunder eventually overwhelmed them. Could Denver have won this series without the injuries, and how far away are they from being a prime contender again with Nikola Jokic?Minnesota and Oklahoma City prevent much different opponents for each other than each has faced thus far. How will OKC’s defensive approach on Edwards and Randle differ than the Warriors and Lakers? How can Minnesota slow down Shai? And who is the player Nate thinks is the key to the series?Due to a clerical error, we missed a few free agents we need to circle back on, including Jabari Walker, John Collins, Ryan Rollins, and Quinten Post. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
DEN/OKC Game 6; Free Agent SF and PF Rankings
Denver gives us a Game 7 by pulling away from OKC late. We discuss how they did it and look ahead to Game 7, which could be significantly impacted by Aaron Gordon’s Hamstring injury.The free agent small forward list includes LeBron James, his teammate Dorian Finney-Smith, and RFA Josh Giddey. How do we see those situations playing out? 30:41At power forward, Julius Randle’s All-Star play in these playoffs complicates the Wolves’ decision-making. Jonathan Kuminga is a fascinating restricted free agent. What would be a fair deal for him, and how is his situation complicated by the rules of restricted free agency? 47:17 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Devastating Jayson Tatum Injury + Monday Daily Duncs (5/12/25)
It’s not hyperbole to say that Jayson Tatum’s injury could be one of the most significant in NBA history.Full Daily Duncs with linksGiannis AntetokounmpoMilwaukee BucksGiannis Antetokounmpo-RocketsDevin Booker-RocketsKevin Durant-RocketsPacers-CavaliersDonovan MitchellMitchell RobinsonNuggets-ThunderWeekendFull Daily Duncs with links Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
DEN/OKC and IND/CLE Game 4s; NYK/BOS and GSW/MIN Game 3s
OKC wrestles back into position with superior crunchtime execution and smothering defense. What are the adjustments going forward?Indiana absolutely eviscerated the Cavs in one of the most shocking dominations in NBA history. How did they do it, and where does this rank on the list of playoff destructions? 32:50Boston got back into their series against the Knicks. Is it too facile to say the Celtics just made shots this time? 45:23Golden State was in it at the end, but Minnesota’s length and physicality gave them a 2-1 edge. 53:58 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
NYK/BOS and DEN/OKC Game 2s; Ranking These Crazy Comebacks; Jared Weiss on Tyrese Haliburton
Jared Weiss of The Athletic joins to discuss how he put together his great article on Tyrese Haliburton managing his mental health struggles over the past year.These NBA playoffs have yet to disappoint, as the Knicks roared back from down 20 in the second half again to put the Celtics in an 0-2 hole. How did it happen, and can the C’s possibly turn it around? (12:33)Oklahoma City made sure no comeback was in the offing with a second utterly dominant game of this postseason to knot the series against Denver. (53:21)With all these ridiculous comebacks of 5% win expectancy or less in just the last week, we rank the comebacks and collapses and also ponder why these keep happening. (1:05:40)Special FLASH SALE, in honor of another buzzer-beater the first 50 listeners can use code gordongame1 to get a crazy 45% off a year’s membership of Dunc’d On Prime. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
GSW/MIN Outlook + Monday Daily Duncs (5/5/25)
Both teams in this matchup face totally different series than in the previous round. How will Minnesota match up with Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler defensively? What will Golden State’s strategy be against Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle? We break down all the strategic elements and make our picks.Full Daily Duncs with linksFirst-round series MVPsWarriors-RocketsLeBron James, Anthony JohnsonBuddy HieldWarriors-RocketsWarriors-Rockets6-7James HardenDenver NuggetsDunc'd On LiveWill HardyFull Daily Duncs with links Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
GSW/HOU Game 7; IND/CLE Game 1; DEN/OKC Outlook
Stephen Curry adds another legendary performance to his ledger, closing out a Houston team yet again as Buddy Hield played the role of Klay Thompson. Indiana outshot Cleveland by 30 percent from 3. Was this Game 1 all about shooting variance, or does Cleveland have reason to be concerned?We look ahead to the MVP Series between Shai and Nikola Jokic, discussing the key factors on each side of the ball and making our picks for the series. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
GSW/HOU Game 6; Gregg Popovich Retrospective
Houston dominates Golden State in Game 6 to tie the series. We give an ode to Steven Adams, Fred Van Vleet, and Ime Udoka for the unique way they’ve controlled the last few games. What can Golden State do to counter, and who do we think will win Game 7?With the news of Gregg Popovich retiring as Spurs coach, we look back on all the ways that he changed the game and our favorite Pop memories.Plus, discussions of coach hires in San Antonio, Memphis, and Sacramento. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
DET/NYK and LAC/DEN Game 6s
The Pistons fought gamely, but Jalen Brunson led an 11-1 run capped by an iconic shot over Ausar Thompson to advance New York.James Harden had perhaps his best late-series performance since 2012 while the Clippers stymied Denver’s attack in the second half to force the first Game 7 of the first round. 29:00 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
End of an Era in Milwaukee; LAL/MIN, DET/NYK, ORL/BOS Game 4s
We begin with the somber reality that Damian Lillard likely has a torn Achilles tendon, a season-, career- and franchise-altering injury for him, Giannis, and the Milwaukee Bucks. Then, we recap two classic games between the Lakers and Wolves (17:28) and the Knicks and Pistons (1:08:31), breaking down the keys plays (and calls) that could have gone either way.Finally, Boston takes control of their series in another game of Island Basketball. 1:37:48Get a ridiculous 45% off a year membership of Dunc’d On Prime with code gordongame4 in our FLASH SALE, available to only the first 50 people who sign up! Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
DET/NYK; LAC/DEN; MEM/OKC Game 3s
Detroit provided a raucous environment, but the Knicks found their offensive flow and took a series lead.Denver looks like they’re in big trouble against the Clippers with myriad problems on both ends of the floor.Oklahoma City set an NBA record by coming back from a 26-point deficit against Memphis as Ja Morant was unable to finish the game.Plus we catch up on more executive news around the NBA. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
GSW/HOU, MIA/CLE, ORL/BOS, and MEM/OKC Game 1s
The Warriors grind out a 90s-style win over Houston, showcasing how their defense and Steph Curry's brilliance can still carry them despite some shaky offense. Can the Rockets score well enough in this series to make it competitive?The Cavs overwhelm Miami in Game 1 with scorching guard play and a beautifully flowing offense. 34:43Boston comfortably handles Orlando as Derrick White leads a third-quarter surge. How are the Celtics looking as they begin their title defense? 47:27OKC completely obliterates Memphis in a wire-to-wire blowout. Can we take anything away other than “Thunder good, Memphis schedule loss?” 57:46 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
MIA @ CHI, DAL @ SAC; 8-Seed Game Preview; Suns Quagmire; LAC/DEN Outlook
A massive episode of Dunc’d On with Danny Leroux, as we discuss the Heat and Mavs moving on, and the Bulls and Kings (28:18) most decidedly not.We look ahead to Heat/Hawks (15:33) and Mavs/Grizzlies (45:22) on Friday night and make our picks, then catch up on news including the latest rumors with the Suns. 59:00Finally, we discuss the series we’re most excited about in the first round for 23 minutes: Nuggets vs Clippers. 1:20:24 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
GSW/HOU Outlook + Adjusting for postseason rotations 2025
We look ahead to the Warriors’ matchup with Houston in the first round. Then, Dan previews the postseason based on adjusting for teams' projected rotations. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Thank You For 10 Years of Dunc’d On
Ten years ago today, April 13, 2015, was our first ever episode. We express our gratitude for your support over the years and reminisce on our favorite games, series, moments, players, transactions, and executives. 45:03First though, we give our outlooks for the play-in games this week. Memphis @ Golden State 0:42Atlanta @ Orlando 13:49Miami @ Chicago 26:04Dallas @ Sacramento. 35:13 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Danny vs Nate on Over/Unders
Nate and Danny review their over/under picks and best bets to see where they went right and wrong this year. What went according to, and counter to, expectations for all 30 teams this season? Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Malone and Booth are Both Fired + Tuesday Daily Duncs (4/8/25)
It’s time to talk about the most inscrutable topic in the NBA: Defense! We pick our All-Defensive teams and Defensive Player of the Year. Are we swayed by Draymond’s self-promotional tour? Is another familiar name being slept on? Where do the big perimeter defensive stars rank relative to the bigs?We also pick our positional all-defensive teams, discuss whether the 65-game rule changed our picks, and then pick a few categories like best isolation and post defenders, best rim protector, and which players do the most with the least and the least with the most. Finally, we select our Worst-Team All Defense.First though, we discuss the shocking news that Michael Malone and Calvin Booth have both been relieved of their duties. Does it make sense for the Nuggets to make these moves now? Plus, how would we assess Booth’s tenure as GM?Full Daily Duncs with linksMichael Malone, Calvin BoothZeke NnajiMike PenberthyCalvin Booth-Michael MaloneTimingRecordMichael MaloneWhyJosh KroenkeFull Daily Duncs with links Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
NBA Awards 2024-25
Nate and Danny make their final selections for the NBA’s awards. For the first time ever, it was so close that they both changed their MVP pick in the course of the discussion. Plus, a discussion of all* the other major awards, plus a few we’ve made up ourselves.Most Valuable Player (MVP): 0:00:24Rest of MVP Ballot: 22:00All-NBA Teams: 26:47Coach of the Year: 38:10Most Improved Player: 44:10Rookie of the Year : 1:02:20All-Rookie Team : 1:07:23Best Sophomore : 1:09:39Sixth Man of the Year : 1:10:26Executive of the Year : 1:17:30Not Executive of the Year : 1:29:00Most Disappointing Player : 1:38:49Biggest Surprise Player : 1:44:58Biggest Surprise Team : 1:47:32Most Disappointing Team : 1:48:56*Note: DPOY and All-Defense will be a separate podcast. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Top-10 Players in the NBA 2024-25
John Hollinger joins Danny Leroux and Nate Duncan to break down our rankings of the top players in the NBA. Jokic or Shai at number 1? Who takes the 3rd spot? Where do old lions Steph, KD, and LeBron fall, and how do they compare with the young superstar bigs? How about the bevy of star guards? Plus, we discuss the biggest risers and fallers, the hardest to rank, and the players we think could make us look stupid for having them so low. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Point Guard Rankings 2024-25 + Monday Daily Duncs (3/31/25)
The last and deepest position is in the books. After obvious #1 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, where do the rest of the big stars like Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton, and Stephen Curry land? How did we process down years for Ja Morant, Trae Young, Jamal Murray, and De’Aaron Fox? And who are some of the controversial risers that we believe could outgrow their roles over the next year?Full Daily Duncs with linksTaylor Jenkins-Larry BrownTaylor Jenkins games remainingTaylor Jenkins recordTaylor Jenkins winsJa MorantPistons-TimberwolvesMinnesota TimberwolvesKevin DurantTankingZion Williamson, CJ McCollumNikola JokicFull Daily Duncs with links Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Six in 71 (Western Conference 3.31.25); Taylor Jenkins Fired
Nate always has a unique take on a coach being fired. What do he and Danny make of the Grizzlies moving on from Taylor Jenkins and this surprising timing? Then, on to the usual look at the West:MEM vs LAL: The Lakers’ intentional play exposes some key weaknesses for Memphis as the Tuomas Iisalo era gets underway. 14:00PHX: KD goes down with an ankle injury. Is this the last we’ll see of him in a Phoenix uniform? 37:00LAC: Nate lashes himself to the mast for the siren song of Kawhi Leonard film. Is he back? 45:17OKC: How did the Thunder survive without JDub? 53:50NOP: Is this the best stretch of Zion Williamson’s career? 1:01:19 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
9 in 83 Mailbag! (Eastern Conference 3.27.25)
DET: How do they match up with the Knicks? Should they look to acquire a star in the offseason?IND (10:28): Are they the sleeper of the East?MIA (19:40): Should they still be trying to convey their pick to OKC this year?MIL (28:22): Why is the Milwaukee offense only 11th?NYK (37:29): What’s our current verdict on the Bridges and Towns trades?ORL (46:02): Why has Paolo been better? And how good is Franz?PHI (58:00): What would our plan be for the Sixers from here?TOR (1:06:20): Is RJ Barrett in Toronto’s long-term plans?WAS (1:12:50): Our evaluations of Alex Sarr and Kyshawn George Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
6 in 83 Mailbag! (Eastern Conference 3.24.25)
Our bi-weekly look at the East through your questions!ATL: Risacher is coming on, should he be in ROY conversation? Plus, everything Trae YoungBOS: How do they get out of tax hell under new ownership and remain competitive? 24:00BRK: How many of these guys will be around in 2027? How many playoff series will the rebuilding teams in the East win in the next 5 years? 40:38CHA: What could the Hornets get for LaMelo? And what would he be like if he’d been drafted elsewhere? 48:00CHI: Is Josh Giddey for real? How about Matas Buzelis? 1:02:03CLE: Should we be worried? What will Ty Jerome get in free agency? 1:12:34 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jeremias Engelmann of RoyceWebb.com, Former Mavericks and Suns Front Officer
Jerry Engelmann used to work for the Mavs and the Suns, and now writes for former ESPN editor Royce Webb’s substack where he has been one of the most interesting writers of late with his controversial but data-driven opinions. You can subscribe at roycewebb.com/naterate and get a special deal for Dunc’d On listeners.We get into a ton of interesting topics, including players Nate thinks might be overrated by Jerry’s metrics and why he disagrees, whether Alex Caruso is one of the best defensive players this century, the Hornets potentially trading for Anthony Davis, what the data says about injuries, and which players fall into Jerry’s “Quagmire” category that he believes no teams should ever acquire.Jerry was also the creator of ESPN’s RPM, and he discusses the new metrics that he has up at xrapm.com. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
9 in 83 Mailbag! (Western Conference 3.18.25)
Dan Feldman goes through an overstuffed Western Conference mailbag with Nate:DEN: Which teams should they fear in the playoffs? What is their best defensive option? HOU: What’s the best matchup for the Rockets in the West? What do they do with FVV this offseason? 10:14LAC: Can they get into the top-6? Would Shai have been this good with the Clips?LAL: Who are the Lakers’ best and worst playoff matchups? Is there a precedent for Austin Reaves’ development? 27:05MEM: How do THEY match up in the playoffs? Are they better without Ja? 35:48MIN: Is this version of the Wolves a better playoff team than last year’s? 45:36OKC: Is Shai having the best regular season by a big guard this century? What should their closing lineup be in the playoffs? 51:48NOP: Is this the best version of Zion? 1:05:33POR: How do we feel about their foundation? 1:15:06 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
6 in 70 Mailbag! (Western Conference 3.17.25)
GSW: Is Golden State for real?SAC: Did the Kings just face the hottest 3-point shooting ever? 14:39SAS: Should the Spurs renegotiate De’Aaron Fox’s contract? What star would be worth going all-in for in trade? 23:17UTA: The Jazz are still sitting players–is that illegal? Is Walker Kessler a high-level starter? 42:39DAL: How could they get out of this mess? 48:58PHX: Why are the Suns so much worse than expected? And how would we rank their outgoing picks? 1:00:46 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
ESPN's Tim MacMahon, Author of The Wonder Boy
Tim MacMahon of ESPN has chronicled the entire career of Luka Doncic–including this most recent crazy turn. His new book, The Wonder Boy, follows Luka and the Mavs from the time he was drafted through the stunning trade to the Lakers. MacMahon joins to share his unique insight on the challenges the Mavs faced as stewards of the young superstar’s career, and dishes a lot of great inside information as well.The Wonder Boy is due to be released on March 18, and is already the #1 New Release in the Basketball category on Amazon. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Small Forward Rankings 2024-25
Danny joins to discuss the small forward position. Is it Luka or Tatum at #1? Where do the old lions LeBron James, Jimmy Butler, and Kevin Durant fall? Who is the best of the young risers like Cade Cunningham, Franz Wagner, and Jalen Williams? Which three-and-D skillsets do we believe in? Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
8 in 63 (Eastern Conference 3.10.25) + Tuesday Daily Duncs (3/11/25)
Dan Feldman joins Nate for our bi-weekly look at the Eastern Conference. Today:CLE: How does Cleveland look with De’Andre Hunter at the 4? And what about Evan Mobley’s DPOY candidate?ATL: Is Dyson Daniels a DPOY candidate?MIL: Should they be more aggressive in the possession game?DET: The most underrated aspect of Cade Cunningham’s game.NYK: How will they fare without Jalen Brunson?CHA: In a minefield of failure, Moussa Diabate has been a success storyMIA: The Heat’s clutch luck has run out, and Tyler Herro isn’t playing like an All-Star latelyBRK: Nic Claxton’s game has regressedFull Daily Duncs with linksMark DaigneaultLos Angeles LakersKevin DurantMVPNikola JokicCoronavirusScoot HendersonMarvel SnapFull Daily Duncs with links Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
OKC and Boston Affirm Their Places; This Just In
Dan and Nate break down two huge games over the weekend. In Oklahoma City, the Thunder showed that they may present a major matchup problem for Denver.The Celtics showed their class in an iso-fest against the Lakers. 30:01Then, This Just In catches up on the latest mess in Sacramento as De’Aaron Fox torches the organization. Plus, the rest of the news around the Association. 49:52 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Most Disastrous Seasons in NBA History
Inspired by recent events, Dan and Nate take you on an Odyssey through NBA History as we recount the most disastrous seasons in league annals. Then, we rank the worst seasons of all-time, and discuss where this year’s Mavs, Suns, and Sixers fit in. We should have known this would take WELL over 2 hours. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Most Surprising and Disappointing + Daily Duncs (3/4/25)
Dan and Nate pick their most surprising and disappointing players of the season. Full Daily Duncs with linksJoel EmbiidMike BudenholzerKevin Durant-SunsLuka Doncic-Giannis AntetokounmpoDunc'd On LiveNikola JokicCleveland CavaliersDallas MavericksGregg PopovichMeyers LeonardFull Daily Duncs with links Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
NBA Awards March 2025
Danny jumps back in from paternity leave to look at the NBA awards with a bit more than a month before the end of the season. Who is MVP, Shai or Jokic? Plus, All-NBA (12:42); Executive and Not Executive of the Year (46:00); Defensive Player of the Year (1:20:13); Coach of the Year (1:24:57); , Rookie of the Year (1:31:08); and Sixth Man of the Year (1:38:59). Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What Should Teams Look For in A Star Trade? Plus, This Just In
Nate and Dan look back through 30 years of star trades and assess how teams that looked to stay competitive when trading a star fared. What do these deals tell us about that strategy?Plus, This Just In! The Clippers are getting healthy, but the Knicks are running out of big bodies, and Nate apologies for one of his dumber arguments. 56:05 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Best Contracts in the NBA Part 1 + Tuesday Daily Duncs (2/25/25)
We start our Best Contracts in the NBA discussion, as Nate and Dan get into some interesting debates (and even hit on a few that also appeared on the worst contracts list!)Plus, are rookie scale deals in aggregate positive or negative?Full Daily Duncs with linksJoel EmbiidJoel EmbiidGiannis AntetokounmpoJa MorantLuka DoncicNico HarrisonDallas MavericksLuka Doncic tradeHall of FameCharlotte HornetsFull Daily Duncs with links Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
15 in 60 (Western Conference 2.24.25)
DEN and LAL: The Lakers looked like a brand new team with a new strategy against DenverSAS: What now that Victor is out for the year? 17:49GSW and DAL: The Jimmy Butler home debut was a rousing success for the Warriors 26:00PHX: Is there even the slightest hint of a good team in here? 36:11POR: How is Donovan Clingan looking as he ascends to the starting lineup? 43:46MEM: Is Ja Morant ready to lead a playoff offense? 55:03NOP: What to make of Jordan Hawkins’ disappointing year 2 1:04:26LAC: How are the Clippers’ newcomers fitting in? 1:10:42OKC: Chet and IHart together 1:16:40UTA: Lauri Markkanen has fallen off from his All-Star heights 1:23:14MIN: Jaylen Clark and Terrence Shannon, Jr. have given the Wolves a lift 1:31:33SAC: Why has Keegan Murray regressed? 1:39:40HOU: He comes off the bench for Houston, but is Tari Eason a high-level starter? 1:46:24 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Trends of 2024-25 with Jared Dubin
Jared Dubin of Last Night in Basketball is the perfect guest to discuss the biggest trends we’ve seen in the NBA this year. What are the biggest changes on both ends of the floor that have affected what wins and loses basketball games a quarter into this century?You can get more of Jared’s work by subscribing to Last Night in Basketball Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ben Taylor of Thinking Basketball on the Game's Evolution
Nate had to call up Ben Taylor to discuss his latest viral YouTube video on why he believes old-school NBA commentators aren’t appreciating the modern game–and his disagreements with them. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jake Rogal, Director of “Court of Gold”
Jake Rogal is the director of “Court of Gold”, a documentary premiering on Netflix on February 18 that offers unprecedented access to the 2024 Olympic Basketball Tournament. Nate indulged his curiosity by asking Jake about the process for sifting through the hundreds of hours of film, how they were able to capture authentic moments from the megastars in the series, some of his favorite characters that he got to know, how they would have handled it had USA lost, and of course that interview with KD. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Rescinded!
The Lakers decide to undo their trade for Mark Williams. Why might this have happened, and where does it leave LA?We also take a look at key players who actually DID make it to their new destinations, including Anthony Davis (18:18), Jimmy Butler (25:25), De’Aaron Fox (35:09), and Zach LaVine (43:48). Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
NBA Trade Deadline Wrap Part 1
We begin our deep dive on the deadlineCleveland finally gets their man on the wing with De’Andre Hunter. Meanwhile, Atlanta oddly gives up picks to exchange Bogdan Bogdanovic for Terance Mann. 14:59Nate thinks Memphis’ Marcus Smart salary dump is a fraidy cat move. 34:56The Wizards position themselves to maybe get something coming and going for Marcus Smart 49:33Philly has to give up another second in the Caleb Martin deal 55:13We take some listener questions 56:57In part 2 exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, we’ll discuss the rest of the day’s deals and the deadline’s major winners and losers. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mark Williams Trade and Scouting Report
Trade analysis for Lakers and HornetsScouting report on Mark Williams 20:30 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
De’Aaron Fox is a Spur
San Antonio makes the biggest star trade in their history, with Texas native De’Aaron Fox headed to the Alamo City. What do we think of the Spurs’ decision to prioritize giving up future draft capital rather than players on their roster to acquire Fox?Did the Bulls do as well as recent teams who managed to acquire their own traded picks back in moving Zach LaVine? 21:26Given their situation, what do we make of the Kings acquiring Zach LaVine in addition to other draft capital? 28:00Other big news around the league includes Dejounte Murray’s torn Achilles and how it will affect the Pels’ direction with players like Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum (55:00) , the continued reporting around the Luka trade, and Jimmy Butler scuttling extension talks in Golden State. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
HOU @ MEM; ORL @ POR; OKC @ GSW; All-Star Snubs; This Just In
The Grizzlies and Rockets is one of the many must-see matchups in the West among young teams these days, and this was another fascinating entry in their budding rivalry.Orlando’s shooting has reached comical levels, while Portland is coalescing having won 6 of 7. 32:08Golden State summoned the old magic to outlast the Thunder and Shai’s 52 on Wednesday night. 46:58We discuss the big All-Star snubs–and unlike many we actually say who shouldn’t have made it as well. 1:04:10This Just In looks at the latest injury news and why the Hawks’ misfortune with the Jalen Johnson season-ending injury is to the Spurs’ benefit.Plus, Nate asked Steve Kerr about the criticism that everyone plays the same these days. 1:29:49 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dunc’d On Prime Teaser: De’Aaron Fox Mock trade!
Kevin Pelton is kind enough to rejoin us for a Mock Trade Deadline supplement trying to move De’Aaron Fox. Kevin plays the Kings while Rich Paul and the Spurs try to navigate Fox to his preferred destination. Will he get there, or can another team provide a better offer to the Kings? Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2025 Mock Trade Deadline Part 1
The 3-hour extravaganza is back for a 10th season, featuring Kevin Pelton of ESPN, Danny Leroux, Dan Feldman, and Nate Duncan. The four cap nerds split up the league’s teams and look to find homes for the biggest trade candidates around the league.In part 1 of the 2025 Mock Trade deadline, big names are potentially on the move including Jimmy Butler, Brandon Ingram, and Zach LaVine Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Pacific and Northwest Division Trade Deadline Outlooks
PHX–If a Butler trade isn’t happening, who can they pursue with their 3 firsts?LAL—What would be worth putting their future firsts on the table for, and how can they upgrade at backup C? 18:30LAC–The Clippers unexpected success could make them buyers at the deadline, but what can they trade? 30:59SAC–Are they in the Cam Johnson sweepstakes? How do they improve the frontcourt? 41:20GSW–In Vuc we trust? 51:08OKC–They can go get basically anyone available, so who should be on the shopping list? 1:02:10POR–Did they miss the boat on trading Simons or Grant? And should they trade anyone else who’d make sense on a winner? 1:16:22DEN–They’ve righted the ship, so what’s their move now? Would they consider trading a young player? 1:28:13UTA–John Collins and Collin Sexton should be available. What would the price be for trading Walking Kessler? 1:37:05MIN–Uncertainty dominates this trade deadline for the Wolves. 1:50:55 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
New Orleans Pelicans Trade Deadline Outlook; Friday Daily Duncs
What should it take for New Orleans to move Brandon Ingram? Full Daily Duncs with linksLuxury taxDumping groundsAll-Star startersGenerationLaMelo BallNikola JokicTrade rumorsJazz-SunsNew Orleans PelicansCharles BarkleyFull Daily Duncs with links Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jake Fischer Assesses the 2025 Deadline
Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report and the Stein Line answers Nate’s questions on the 2025 deadline. How will the Jimmy Butler situation and Phoenix’s recent trade to free up more picks change the market?Will the Nets get what they’re looking for in a Cam Johnson trade?What is on the table for the Chicago Bulls with their competing goals?Who are some dark horse players who could become available?What are the Blazers thinking with their goals for the rest of the season?The Thunder have unlimited assets, and Nate thinks they have a need for more shooting and scoring. Would they pursue a deal? Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.