Coach Nick and Combo discuss the latest events in the NBA including the Lakers disfunction, whether the Warriors are good enough to go deep in the playoffs, and if a player will ever score 100 points in a game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Combo as they chop it up on the NBA and answer your questions. You In? Join my new community and discord where we discuss and diagram the X's and O's: bit.ly/3pElHsa For more info on the cool 3D Graphics, visit CoachPaint: https://bit.ly/coach-paint-nick-hause... SUBSCRIBE HERE FOR MORE: http://bit.ly/BBallSub MUSIC: Fighting For Freedom by Anno Domini Join our YT Membership for TONS of extra content: https://bit.ly/3rmJwUB ABOUT BBALLBREAKDOWN BBallBreakdown is devoted to deep-dive analysis of NBA basketball gameplay. If you're a coach or a player, check out the MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP - filled with an ever growing library of on court demos designed to help you improve your play and your coaching! Giving fans a taste of a pro coach's film session, host Coach Nick breaks down fundamentals, play calling, offense, defense, shooting form, officiating, and everything else basketball. In addition, see exclusive interviews with NBA players and coaches, from active super stars to retired legends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Combo as they discuss the latest in the NBA. Join my new community and discord where we discuss and diagram the X's and O's: bit.ly/3pElHsa For more info on the cool 3D Graphics, visit CoachPaint: https://bit.ly/coach-paint-nick-hause... SUBSCRIBE HERE FOR MORE: http://bit.ly/BBallSub MUSIC: Fighting For Freedom by Anno Domini Join our YT Membership for TONS of extra content: https://bit.ly/3rmJwUB ABOUT BBALLBREAKDOWN BBallBreakdown is devoted to deep-dive analysis of NBA basketball gameplay. If you're a coach or a player, check out the MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP - filled with an ever growing library of on court demos designed to help you improve your play and your coaching! Giving fans a taste of a pro coach's film session, host Coach Nick breaks down fundamentals, play calling, offense, defense, shooting form, officiating, and everything else basketball. In addition, see exclusive interviews with NBA players and coaches, from active super stars to retired legends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Combo as they discuss the Lakers Rockets game last night, plus all the other good stuff from the NBA the past week. Join my new community and discord where we discuss and diagram the X's and O's: bit.ly/3pElHsa For more info on the cool 3D Graphics, visit CoachPaint: https://bit.ly/coach-paint-nick-hause... SUBSCRIBE HERE FOR MORE: http://bit.ly/BBallSub MUSIC: Fighting For Freedom by Anno Domini Join our YT Membership for TONS of extra content: https://bit.ly/3rmJwUB ABOUT BBALLBREAKDOWN BBallBreakdown is devoted to deep-dive analysis of NBA basketball gameplay. If you're a coach or a player, check out the MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP - filled with an ever growing library of on court demos designed to help you improve your play and your coaching! Giving fans a taste of a pro coach's film session, host Coach Nick breaks down fundamentals, play calling, offense, defense, shooting form, officiating, and everything else basketball. In addition, see exclusive interviews with NBA players and coaches, from active super stars to retired legends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Combo as they discuss the first week of the brand new in season tournament the NBA has implemented to spice up the regular season. Join my new community and discord where we discuss and diagram the X's and O's: bit.ly/3pElHsa For more info on the cool 3D Graphics, visit CoachPaint: https://bit.ly/coach-paint-nick-hause... SUBSCRIBE HERE FOR MORE: http://bit.ly/BBallSub MUSIC: Fighting For Freedom by Anno Domini Join our YT Membership for TONS of extra content: https://bit.ly/3rmJwUB ABOUT BBALLBREAKDOWN BBallBreakdown is devoted to deep-dive analysis of NBA basketball gameplay. If you're a coach or a player, check out the MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP - filled with an ever growing library of on court demos designed to help you improve your play and your coaching! Giving fans a taste of a pro coach's film session, host Coach Nick breaks down fundamentals, play calling, offense, defense, shooting form, officiating, and everything else basketball. In addition, see exclusive interviews with NBA players and coaches, from active super stars to retired legends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Combo as they discuss this trade and what it means for both the Clippers and Sixers. Join my new community and discord where we discuss and diagram the X's and O's: bit.ly/3pElHsa For more info on the cool 3D Graphics, visit CoachPaint: https://bit.ly/coach-paint-nick-hause... SUBSCRIBE HERE FOR MORE: http://bit.ly/BBallSub MUSIC: Fighting For Freedom by Anno Domini Join our YT Membership for TONS of extra content: https://bit.ly/3rmJwUB ABOUT BBALLBREAKDOWN BBallBreakdown is devoted to deep-dive analysis of NBA basketball gameplay. If you're a coach or a player, check out the MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP - filled with an ever growing library of on court demos designed to help you improve your play and your coaching! Giving fans a taste of a pro coach's film session, host Coach Nick breaks down fundamentals, play calling, offense, defense, shooting form, officiating, and everything else basketball. In addition, see exclusive interviews with NBA players and coaches, from active super stars to retired legends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is in NY in Combo’s studio to discuss the latest in the NBA. Join my new community and discord where we discuss and diagram the X's and O's: bit.ly/3pElHsa For more info on the cool 3D Graphics, visit CoachPaint: https://bit.ly/coach-paint-nick-hause... SUBSCRIBE HERE FOR MORE: http://bit.ly/BBallSub MUSIC: Fighting For Freedom by Anno Domini Join our YT Membership for TONS of extra content: https://bit.ly/3rmJwUB ABOUT BBALLBREAKDOWN BBallBreakdown is devoted to deep-dive analysis of NBA basketball gameplay. If you're a coach or a player, check out the MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP - filled with an ever growing library of on court demos designed to help you improve your play and your coaching! Giving fans a taste of a pro coach's film session, host Coach Nick breaks down fundamentals, play calling, offense, defense, shooting form, officiating, and everything else basketball. In addition, see exclusive interviews with NBA players and coaches, from active super stars to retired legends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Combo as they discuss the latest developments in the 2023-24 NBA Season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Combo as they discuss the blockbuster trade that sent a number of players to different teams, with Dame joining Giannis and Portland getting some really good players and Phoenix cleaning house. The BBALL BREAKDOWN Podcast is Powered by PrizePicks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on the show Eric Fawcett, a team strategy and analytics consultant, to discuss a tweet of his that went viral spotlighting how there are professional players in the Korean Basketball League that are banking in their free throws at a high rate. Then, Tom Haberstroh joins to discuss in even more detail. Tom writes the substack The Finder as well as hosts a podcast on Meadowlark Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on the show Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr to discuss how he created the offense that unlocked Steph Curry's greatness, plus key insights into his own shooting that led Kerr to be one of the best shooters of his generation. ABOUT BBALLBREAKDOWN BBallBreakdown is devoted to deep-dive analysis of NBA basketball gameplay. If you're a coach or a player, check out the MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP - filled with an ever growing library of on court demos designed to help you improve your play and your coaching! Giving fans a taste of a pro coach's film session, host Coach Nick breaks down fundamentals, play calling, offense, defense, shooting form, officiating, and everything else basketball. In addition, see exclusive interviews with NBA players and coaches, from active super stars to retired legends. The the BBALL BREAKDOWN Podcast is powered by FanDuel Sportsbook!: FanDuel Sportsbook is the exclusive wagering partner of the CLNS Media Network! Visit https://FanDuel.com/BOSTON to get up to TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in bonus bets! Take your first swing at betting MLB on FanDuel and get TEN TIMES your first bet amount in bonus bets - up to TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS – win or lose. 21+ and present in MA. First online real money wager only. $10 Deposit req. Refund issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at fanduel.com/sportsbook. Hope is here. GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800)-327-5050 for 24/7 support. Play it smart from the start! GameSenseMA.com or call 1-800-GAM-1234. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune into the latest episode of the BBALL BREAKDOWN Podcast with Coach Nick and Combo, as they discuss the most important aspect to the modern game: distance shooting. If you want to improve your knowledge of shooting and your jump shot itself, this will be a must listen! The BBALL BREAKDOWN Podcast is powered by: Factor Meals! Visit https://factormeals.com/BBALL50 to get 50% off your first box! Factor is America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit, can help you fuel up fast with ready-to-eat meals delivered straight to your door. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune into the latest episode of the BBALL BREAKDOWN Podcast with Coach Nick and Combo, as they unpack everything from Summer League and spotlight French phenom Victor Wembanyama. The the BBALL BREAKDOWN Podcast is powered by FanDuel Sportsbook!: FanDuel Sportsbook is the exclusive wagering partner of the CLNS Media Network! Visit https://FanDuel.com/BOSTON to get up to TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in bonus bets! Take your first swing at betting MLB on FanDuel and get TEN TIMES your first bet amount in bonus bets - up to TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS – win or lose. 21+ and present in MA. First online real money wager only. $10 Deposit req. Refund issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at fanduel.com/sportsbook. Hope is here. GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800)-327-5050 for 24/7 support. Play it smart from the start! GameSenseMA.com or call 1-800-GAM-1234. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Combo to discuss the latest trades in the NBA, including how Chris Paul will fit with Golden State and the state of the Celtics right now. Visit https://factormeals.com/BBALL50 to get 50% off your first box! Factor is America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit, can help you fuel up fast with ready-to-eat meals delivered straight to your door. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Combo as they spotlight top draft prospects such as Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson and more top prospects in the 2023 NBA Draft. Expect an insider's take full of deep analysis, expert insights, and compelling predictions. Don't miss this thrilling exploration of the NBA's future talent! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Denver Nuggets are officially 2023 NBA Champions. Join Coach Nick and Combo as they break down this series and answer all your questions... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Combo give their immediate reaction to Game 3, including how Christian Braun's effect on the game broke the score wide open. Is Jimmy Butler injured? Can the Heat find what works so well in their offense again? Or has the tide turned in favor of Nikola Jokic's dominance? Check out Factor at factormeals.com/bball50 and save 50% off your first box! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined by Combo and fellow coach Ben Guest to discuss the blowout win that may have gotten the Celtics so thoroughly back in this series, they may become the first team ever to come back from a 3-0 deficit to win in 7. Thanks to Factor: Use code BBALLBREAKDOWN50 to get 50% off your first Factor box at https://bit.ly/3BFEtVB! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Combo as they discuss this incredible game, with LeBron James getting the final shot but Nikola Jokic advancing to the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Combo as they discuss the Jimmy Butler MVP Experience as the Heat take Game 1 in Boston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Combo as they discuss the game and break it down in details you might have missed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Combo discuss the latest in the first round of the NBA Playoffs including what the Lakers have been doing to the Grizzlies, whether the Knicks have too much for the Cavs, and how the ending of the Warriors was simply not acceptable for such a veteran team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Andrew "Combo" Salop discuss Donovan Mitchell's 71 points and how it was enabled by a blown call at the end of regulation. They also dive into the strategy of fouling when up by 3 at the end of games, before figuring out who the best bet is to get an 80 piece. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Andrew "Combo" Salop break down the latest news in the NBA as well as take questions live from the audience. How can the Knicks get a deal for Mitchell? Why we deserve to see Durant, Irving, and Simmons on the floor together, plus LOTS more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Combo discuss the rumors of a trade between the Celtics and Nets involving Kevin Durant and Jaylen Brown. They welcome Jared Weiss, NBA Writer for The Athletic, for even more insider info.  Thx to Calm! For a limited time, get a 40% discount on a Calm Premium Subscription at http://calm.com/bball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes Lakers beat writer for The Athletic Jovan Buha to discuss the latest in the saga that surrounds Russell Westbrook and whether Rob Pelinka wants to trade him. They discuss possible destinations and how the Lakers would look with different pieces around an aging LeBron James. Thx to Calm! For a limited time, get a 40% discount on a Calm Premium Subscription at http://calm.com/bball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Combo discuss the top 5 picks of the draft, plus a few other players who were picked later and how they'll all fit into their respective teams.  Thx to Calm! For a limited time, get a 40% discount on a Calm Premium Subscription at http://calm.com/bball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Combo broke down what happened on the court that led the Warriors to build a couple of big leads, and the Celtics to keep coming back until they won going away.  You must try Trade Coffee! Ggo to https://drinktrade.com/bball for $30 off your first bag plus free delivery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Combo have a great discussion on the final 2 series left and take callers' questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Combo chopped it up about how the Suns might have found a new way to roast the Mavericks defense, why DeAndre Jordan wasn't as bad in Game 1 as people think, plus a host of other questions from the audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on the show former NBA assistant coach Phil Weber to discuss his  new book titled: "How Do You Make Them Thirsty? A Roadmap For Developing The Potential In Others"   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on the show Eric Pincus, resident expert on all things NBA Salary Cap and writer for Bleacher Report, to discuss a cool way to get your foot in the door with NBA teams. Plus, Combo joins to discuss all the first round matchups.  Sign up for Trade Coffee and save $20 off your first bag! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Andrew "Combo" Solop discuss the return of AD to the Lakers, trade deadline, Grayson Allen's flagrant foul, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Andrew "Combo" Solis as they discuss what happened in the meeting between the Sixers front office and the Ben Simmons camp, plus whether or not there's a deal for the Grizzlies to upgrade their status, and can Russell Westbrook figure it out alongside LeBron and the Lakers.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on the show Ben Guest, author of "Zen and the Art of Coaching Basketball," who recounts his journey seeing the ineffectiveness of traditional coaching techniques and rapidly evolving into a more modern approach that yielded infinitely better results for both him and the team.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on the show Andrew "Combo" Salop to discuss the Warriors vs Suns, Knicks vs Nets, and then how the Cavaliers are surprising people with a ROY candidate and 3 seven footers in their lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a new season! Coach Nick hosted his live show on YouTube immediately after the game, offering up real time analysis of everything that went on during the Bucks Nets game, and then the Lakers Warriors thriller in the night cap. Is Russell Westbrook going to play better? Does Giannis with a jump shot mean he'll be the GOAT? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick dissects all the issues of why Ben Simmons want out of Philadelphia so badly. As part of his bi-weekly Green Room show, callers weigh in as well in a great conversation over the true value of this very unique player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick hosts his bi-weekly Green Room show, welcoming guests to chop it up on everything going on in the NBA. He discusses LaMelo Ball's trajectory, LeBron's legacy, what the Kings are doing, and lots more in this free flowing conversation. You In? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick as he hosted a live post game show immediately after Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the Suns and the Bucks. He goes through the triumphant return of Giannis and how he looked on his injured knee, plus discusses the impact Deandre Ayton and Chris Paul had on the court.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As part of his weekly Green Room show, Coach Nick dives into the Suns vs Bucks series, plus discusses a wide range of NBA topics including free agency moves and why Giannis probably shouldn't play in the Finals.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick hosts his bi-weekly show on Locker Room, where you can join LIVE at 9AM PST on Sundays and 11AM PST on Wednesdays to discuss the latest around the NBA. In this episode, he discusses how Nikola Vucevic fits in with the Bulls, as well as how Andre Drummond helps his next team and how LaMarcus Aldridge will fare in Brooklyn. Plus, he offers his thoughts on the coaching methods employed this season's Last Chance U. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick as he hosts his Locker Room show live every Wednesday at 11AM PST - he breaks down the Pelicans melt down from last night, welcomes Sam Esfendiari to discuss the Warriors, and goes through a ton of questions on the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick discusses all the things that have led to the Bucks having their worst record in 3 seasons. This is part of his live show on the Locker Room app, where you can call in and discuss the NBA directly -every Sunday at 9AM PST, and Wednesday at 11AM PST. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick gets into a discussion about the rise of LaMelo Ball and how his father might have caused a negative backlash against his kids initially, and how that's been unfair to LaMelo -who is starting and flourishing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is BACK! Powered by his new live radio show over on the Locker Room app, he breaks down in detail what the Philadelphia 76ers have been doing to get to first place in the Eastern Conference and whether we can expect this to continue. Call in to the show every Wednesday at 11AM PST and Sunday at 9AM PST, and you can appear as a guest on the podcast.  Locker Room. (for iOS):  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick's latest podcast breaks down LaMelo Ball's burgeoning game alongside Friend of the Breakdown Adam Stanco, and offers analysis on the Wizards issues as well as the beef between Trae Young and John Collins of the Hawks.  This was recorded via the Locker Room app - a live show produced every Wednesday and Sunday at 11AM PST. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick as he hosts his bi-weekly call in show on the Locker Room app. He discusses the issues he sees with the Utah Jazz, welcomes Bright Side of the Suns' Dave King on to get in depth with how they've improved so much, and also the career trajectory of Shai Gilgeous Alexander. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Jared Weiss of The Athletic sit down to discuss this trade between multiple all star players and whether the deal benefits the Houston Rockets or the Washington Wizards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Jared Weiss of The Athletic break down the moves made by the Los Angeles Lakers to bolster the cast around LeBron and AD, while the Clippers upgraded significantly with Serge Ibaka. The Bucks appeared to have settled their issues by replacing Eric Bledsoe with Jrue Holiday, but we're going to need to see it on the court first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick as he welcomes on a few guests while recording on the brand new Locker Room app. He went through a number of 1st round draft picks to weigh in on whether they were worthy of being picked that high. If you download Locker Room from the App Store, you can join in on the conversation as a listener as well as ask questions directly.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Jared Weiss break down 4 players they have their eye on that should get picked at the top of the draft: Deni Advija, Killian Hayes, Onyeka Okongwu, and Kira Lewis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on the show Jeff Pearlman, author of Three-Ring Circus: Kobe, Shaq, Phil, and the Crazy Years of the Lakers Dynasty. Jeff relates his favorite parts of the book as well as gets into an in depth discussion on Kobe as a person.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Jared Weiss of The Athletic dive deep into the nuances of the Heat zone and what the Lakers are doing with Rondo and LeBron to take control of this series.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes back on the show Jared Weiss, NBA Writer for The Athletic, to get into a deep discussion on the state of the Eastern Conference Finals as the Heat have staked themselves to a 2-1 lead through 3 games.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined by Brady Klopfer (SBNation) to discuss the Heat Bucks 2nd round series. Can the Bucks get back in it being down 2-0? They also discuss how Steve Nash will be as a coach now that he's taken the reigns of the Brooklyn Nets. And the Rockets got past OKC, so what does that mean for their chances against the Lakers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes back to the show Jared Weiss to discuss whether the Clippers have what it takes to win the title? Or is Luka going to spoil their party, even though the key Mavericks lineup has him on the bench?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

USA Today NBA Reporter and Friend of the Breakdown Mark Medina joins Coach Nick to give us firsthand insight into what life inside the NBA Bubble is like in Orlando. They also discuss how the different setting will affect the play, as well as how strict the bubble enforcement is and whether the players will 100% comply.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is back to discuss the return of the NBA after its hiatus due to Covid-19. Joined by SB Nation's Brady Klopfer, they discuss how teams will handle the new situation, what could happen if a player gets infected, and what the Lakers need to do to replace both Avery Bradley and Javale McGee.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The second you hear Beau's voice, you'll instantly recognize it as the long time highlights voiceover for all of NBA TV's and NBA.com's nightly highlight videos. Coach Nick and Beau discuss the Hawks, Lakers, and Clippers as well as the process of churning out such high quality content night after night.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined by The Athletic's Jared Weiss to discuss which teams they're excited about, and which teams they're not into at all. From the Clippers to the Sixers and everyone in between. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined by Jared Weiss of The Athletic to discuss why Vlade Divac is being inducted into the hall of fame - as a way ahead of his time ball handling center. They also discuss Russell Westbrook's off the court persona, and why 3 point percentage in the NBA isn't rising.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In another entertaining and informative off season discussion on the NBA, Coach Nick and Jared Weiss go back and forth about what it takes to get into the Hall Of Fame, defend the value of Julius Randle, and argue about whether the Brooklyn Nets are ready to leapfrog over the Boston Celtics this year.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't miss another triumphant return of Dave DuFour to the podcast, joining Coach Nick and Jared Weiss as they break down the twitter chicken feud between Popeye's and Wendy's (Chic-Fil-A won) as well as go around the league to discuss the Lakers center problem, the depth of the West, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave DuFour jumps back into the pod to join Coach Nick and Jared Weiss to discuss a host of off season topics, including whether Derrick White and De'Aaron Fox are ready to make the leap into star level players, plus we discuss Jaren Jackson Jr's ceiling and the egregious traveling that might never go punished.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Griffin, current Pelicans GM and former Cavaliers GM, discussed the ups and downs being the GM for LeBron in Cleveland with Sports Illustrated, and Coach Nick and Jared Weiss of The Athletic delve into the issues. Plus, they go over the marquee games of next season and who is the at the top of the East.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another great LIVE show is in the books, as Coach Nick and The Athletic's Jared Weiss discuss how the Nets will look with Kyrie Irving on the floor, as well as a deep dive across the NBA to discuss a ton of other teams and moves, especially a great viewer question: Who are the most overrated and underrated teams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on Friend Of The Breakdown Marc Skelton, the head coach at Fannie Lou Hamer High School in the Bronx. Not only has Marc won two New York City titles, he wrote an extraordinary book "Pounding The Rock", chronicling the 2016-17 season that overcame tremendous adversity both on and off the court to win the title. Rarely does a basketball coach have the ability to write prose like Skelton does, and it evokes authors like David Halberstam. A must read this summer for anybody into basketball.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When the blockbuster trade sending Russell Westbrook to the Rockets first went down, everyone raised an eyebrow. Now that we've processed what it means, Jared and I break down how we think it might work. Plus, who won the war of Free Agency Signings?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The aftershock of the LA Earthquake wasn't felt in the ground - it was Kawhi's decision to join the Clippers on the contingency they traded for Paul George. These things all fell into place in the middle of last night, and now it's time to figure out how good this team will be.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick sits down with Celtic legend and radio analyst Cedric Maxwell to discuss the Kyrie situation and how it affected the Celtics last season. Rod Boone, Hornets beat writer for the Athletic, then joins Coach Nick to discuss Kemba Walker's game and how it potentially fits in with his new team.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was an insane day of moves by over half the NBA, with surprises like Durant joining Kawhi in Brooklyn to Kemba Walker signing in Boston with all sorts of shockwaves and ripples in between. And after the dust settled the first day, we STILL don't know where Kawhi Leonard is going.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After Coach Nick's tweet about Tom Izzo losing his sh*t on freshman Aaron Henry during the NCAA Tournament this year went viral, he produced a mini documentary on the incident and brought in a number of experts in the field to discuss. Mark Bennett was one of them, and his experience as a British Commando and senior instructor within the Army Physical Training Corps influenced greatly how he developed his methods of communication.  He has transformed his nearly 30 years of practice and research into developing the Performance Development Systems (PDS); a robust set of principles that can facilitate world class learning and performance cultures and environments. He currently works as a consultant, coach trainer and mentor with various professional and national sport organizations, teams and Universities around the world, as well as Schools and community sports to help transform the leadership capabilities of every coach and teacher that he comes in contact with. Put simply, Mark makes people better “influencers.” Follow him @pdscoach and at PDScoach.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Jared Weiss of The Athletic as they dissect the most of the picks in the first round as it was happening.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes Friend Of The Breakdown Jeff Siegel of https://earlybirdrights.com to break down the complexities of the trade the New Orleans Pelicans just agreed to with the Los Angeles Lakers. The timing of when the trade goes down is crucial if the Lakers are going to maximize cap space and still have time to sign another big name. Jeff expertly breaks down the intricacies of the rules and why the Pelicans don't want to wait til July 30th to get this deal done.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined by Friends of the Breakdown Noah Coslov and Adam Stanco in a free wheeling discussion of the NBA Finals, the ramifications of KD's injury to Free Agency, where Kawhi might go, and how all the other dominos fall as we head into the NBA Draft.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick brings in the big guns to discuss this trade from all sides - as Trevor Lane from the Lakers Nation podcast breaks it down from the Lakers perspective, Will Guillory of The Athletic gives us the Pelicans feelings, and Mike Vorkunov gives us insight into how the rest of the NBA will be affected. As always, Jared Weiss joins Coach Nick to weigh in as well.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the last Live Post Game Show of the season 😢, Coach Nick and Jared Weiss break down how Game 6 unfolded and whether the Warriors should've gone for all the marbles on their last shot attempt. Plus, what does this mean for the Raptors future? Will Kawhi Leonard stay? Can they repeat?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There were a ton of storylines from tonight's game: KD's return, KD's injury, the lead the Warriors built, the deficit the Raptors almost erased, and lots more to go through as Coach Nick and Jared Weiss break it all down.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Toronto Raptors did everything right in Game 3, as well as take advantage of a severely shorthanded Warriors team, and now have a commanding 2-1 lead and home court advantage. Jared Weiss of The Athletic joins Coach Nick to discuss the game and answer key questions from the audience during their live show immediately after the game.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick visited with Eric Pincus and Josh Martin of the Hollywood Hoops podcast to discuss all things Lakers - why Magic had his epic meltdown, who actually runs the franchise, and can they make significant improvements for next year.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friend of the Breakdown Nate Duncan, of the Dunc'd On Podcast, joins Coach Nick to lend his unique expertise to what happened in Game 2. Did the Warriors adjustment on defense guarding Kawhi have an affect? Was Nick Nurse smart to go to a gimmick defense down the stretch to defend Steph Curry? How will this series play out? All these questions and lots more are covered by Nate and Coach Nick.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick on his live show as he welcomes Stefan from the wildly popular YouTube Channel Heat Check to discuss Paskal Siakam's incredible game, a bit of a meltdown from the Warriors, and what this means for the rest of the series (it should be a long one). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes beat writers from both teams to get in depth on what the Raptors should expect heading into their first Finals ever, as Doug Smith of the Toronto Star weighs in. Then Brady Klopfer from SBNation breaks down the Warriors chances, and illustrates some key points that might hurt them if DeMarcus Cousins and Kevin Durant can't get back on the floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In another great Live post game show, Coach Nick and Jared Weiss of The Athletic provide their immediate analysis of the pivotal Game 5 between the Toronto Raptors and Milwaukee Bucks. They go through all the adjustments made, strange ref's calls, and key moments like not properly taking the foul with 23 seconds left that all led to the Toronto Raptors being favored to win this series in 6 games.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Jared Weiss as they give their immediate reaction to Game 3 as the Warriors have taken complete control of this series. Another near perfect first half for the Trail Blazers wasn't enough to overcome the furious defense Golden State used to wear Portland down early in the 3rd. Plus, they muse on an impending Finals match up with the Milwaukee Bucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Jared Weiss of The Athletic sat down immediately after the game to discuss their thoughts on the almost perfect 1st half of basketball Portland played, and the incredible ferocity the Warriors brought in the 3rd quarter to get back in the game - leading us to an incredibly exciting finish we won't forget any time soon.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Jared Weiss off their instant analysis of the Nuggets Trail Blazers game, and answer a ton of listener's questions via the live stream. They discuss the ramifications for the Nuggets, what the Portland Golden State series will look like and: Who's Better: Damian Lillard or Kyrie Irving? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Both the Philadelphia 76ers and the Portland Trail Blazers extended their series to 7 games - Philly with a decisive beat down of the listless Raptors and Portland used key contributions from Rodney Hood (Momma) and CJ McCollum, along with some DAME TIME to give us 2 game 7s on Mother's Day.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Coach Nick's immediate reaction to Game 3 between the 76ers and the Raptors. Alongside Jared Weiss, they answer live questions as well about everything going on in the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Coach Nick's immediate reaction to the big win by the Portland Trail Blazers over the Denver Nuggets in Game 2. Jared Weiss of The Athletic joins Coach Nick, as always, and they break down the adjustments and performances of the players and coaches. Plus, a mailbag as the live audience asks questions directly and Nick and Jared answer them one by one, covering the whole NBA.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared Weiss, writer at The Athletic, and Coach Nick discuss their immediate reactions to the big Spurs win to set up an epic Game 7 in Denver. They also take questions from Periscope that run the gamut across all the playoff series.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Trail Blazers fell behind by 15 points midway through the 4th quarter of Game 5 last night, and it seemed certain that they'd face a game 6 in Oklahoma City. But the crowd rallied around them, Mo Harkless and CJ McCollum began the slow march upward, and then Damian Lillard yet again ended the series with the most improbable shot we've ever seen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined as always by Jared Weiss of The Athletic to discuss how the Nets upset the Sixers in Game 1, plus the shocking end to the Magic Raptors game. They then turn to the West to go over OKC vs Portland, and Houston vs Utah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony Irwin of the Locked On Lakers podcast comes on the show to discuss the "podcast" Magic Johnson recorded live in front of a host of reporters in the bowels of Staples Center last night. Irwin dissects why he's stepping down and what we can decipher from his impromptu ramblings.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined as always by Jared Weiss of The Athletic to discuss what we do know about the matchups in the NBA Playoffs in both the East and West. It'll be an interesting final couple of games as some teams aren't motivated to win, others want to move up or maybe down, and it all doesn't matter as the Warriors are playing great.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Game 1 of Michigan State's NCAA Tournament run, head coach Tom Izzo lost control while yelling at freshman Aaron Henry, sparking a huge debate across the basketball world - fueled in part by Coach Nick's tweet of the footage.  Also, the NBA Playoff race at the bottom of each bracket is heating up and Coach Nick and Jared break down some of the surprises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic's Jared Weiss is back in the saddle with his weekly appearance on the pod, and he and Coach Nick discuss the Denver Nuggets in detail. Is Jamal Murray the X-Factor? Does Mike Malone give them an edge during the playoffs? They also wander over to San Antonio to discuss what makes them so competitive this year, with a big reason being Derrick White, mama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A rare behind the scenes look at the preparation that goes into calling the premiere games of the week in the NBA, Coach Nick goes in depth with Mike Breen on what it's like to be courtside at all the best games. Plus, they discuss interacting with some of his more eccentric partners like Bill Walton and Walt "Clyde" Fraizer. Breen also recounts the horror of being in the middle of the Malice At The Palace when the Pacers and Pistons got into an all out brawl that spilled out into the stands.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined IN STUDIO by the insightful and hilarious John Henson - comedian/Knicks fan as seen on TV in the shows Wipe Out and Talk Soup, among many others. They go in on the Knicks with great analysis and lots of humor, plus they express their love and astonishment for Mitchell Robinson way too much.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lakers season is slowly falling off a cliff into the sea, and Coach Nick and Jared Weiss go through their various issues. The Celtics are in a better position, but have some real issues of their own, and it's unclear if they'll right the ship before the end of the season. Plus, Andrew Bogut's return to the Warriors speaks volumes about the play of DeMarcus Cousins.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the modern game has taken hold of the NBA, the traditional dominant shooting guard that started with Michael Jordan, then Kobe Bryant, and on to Dwyane Wade might never lead a team to a title again. Find out why.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now that the NBA is back from All Star vacation, Coach Nick and The Athletic's Jared Weiss break down the marquee game from last night, discussing what the future holds for two of the top teams in the East.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The top teams in the Eastern Conference, save for the Boston Celtics, all made trades to bolster their rosters. Coach Nick and Jared Weiss go through them to analyze who improved the most and what the seedings for the playoffs should look like 25 games from now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do NOT miss this episode as Jared Weiss of the Athletic and Coach Nick discuss all the trades that went down and what they mean for the respective teams.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are few NBA writers with the breadth and depth of Sam Amick, and as a Friend Of The Breakdown sits down with his insider's knowledge of the inner workings of the Lakers and Celtics as they jockey for position in the Anthony Davis sweepstakes, as well as the Grizzlies intentions to move either Mike Conley and/or Marc Gasol. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined by New York Knicks beat writer for The Athletic Mike Vorkunov, who gives his perspective on the bombshell trade that just happened between the Knicks and the Dallas Mavericks. Jared Weiss also weighs in on how the trade works for Dallas as well, and the prospects for a Doncic Porzingis pick and roll are too exciting to imagine.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pelicans Beat Writer for The Athletic Will Guillory joins Coach Nick to give his insider's analysis on why Anthony Davis suddenly wants out of New Orleans after 6 1/2 years. And as a bonus, Jared Weiss of The Athletic fills in more of the blanks about potential destinations that both fit Davis's playing style and lifestyle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick has a pretty hot take on the LeBron James/Luke Walton situation in Los Angeles, plus him and Jared Weiss of The Athletic discuss the Warriors Celtics game and the All Star starters and potential reserves.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes Friend of the Breakdown Jovan Buha, Clippers beat writer for The Athletic, to discuss what has happened to the hot start of the Clippers. Jovan explains why Avery Bradley has become a four letter word on #NBATwitter, and what potential trades they might explore to upgrade the roster for a strong playoff push.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcoming Dave DuFour back, he and Coach Nick show you how to do a pod: They examine how DeMarcus Cousins looks on the floor for the Warriors, whether CP3 can come back and help the Rockets with Super Saiyan Harden, and we answer a ton of questions from the live Periscope Broadcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined as always by The Athletic's Jared Weiss to discuss Kyrie's comments that he called LeBron James to commiserate, are the Mavericks seriously thinking about trading Dennis Smith Jr, and should the Rockets cut down on their three point attempts? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The reporter that broke the news of Team President and Head Coach Tom Thibdeau's firing from the Minnesota Timberwolves was none other than Jon Krawczynski, and he joins Coach Nick to discuss what it all means and the state of the franchise going forward. Then, Jared Weiss joins Coach Nick to go into more depth about who they'll search for to replace Thibodeau, plus an NBA mailbag from the Live Show recorded on Periscope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul George is having an MVP caliber year, and deserves to be in the discussion for the award. The Grizzlies had a physical altercation after a bad loss to Detroit, and Coach Nick and Jared discuss whether it's even a good idea to have a meeting immediately after a game. Anthony Davis puts up monster numbers, but something about his game doesn't seem to profoundly affect whether the Pelicans win or lose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined by The Athletic's Jared Weiss to discuss the newest defensive adjustments made against the Warriors, and whether the Trail Blazers are on solid footing in the West. Plus, Adam Silver's memo urging players from refrain from recruiting each other publicly was a direct shot at LeBron James and his comments regarding Anthony Davis. Who's right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined by The Athletic's Jared Weiss to discuss the Sixers issues down the stretch with a non shooter like Ben Simmons in the lineup. They also go in detail about the necessity to play Justise Winslow at point guard and how it has unlocked a lot of things for the Heat who have won 5 of 6. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Chris Paul's hamstring injury, it places the Rockets in real peril of missing the playoffs. The league continues to draft traditional big men at the very top, does De'Andre Ayton deserve that spot? And Joel Embiid is one of the most dominant big men in the NBA, but there's a big issue with his game that Coach Nick and Jared discuss.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wizards and Celtics had an old fashioned overtime shootout, complete with strange coaching and player decisions, and a mano a mano between Kyrie Irving and John Wall. Also, what is going right and wrong with the Rockets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the firing of Fred Hoiberg and replacing him with Jim Boylen, John Paxson has ushered in a new era for the Chicago Bulls. They seem to have gotten the message, as the team is playing with lots more intensity and passion, but is it sustainable? Senior NBA Writer Darnell Mayberry of The Athletic brings his insider knowledge to the show to discuss the differences in Boylen's approach, whether Lauri Markkanen can become a savior, and whether they've finally turned a corner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best friend of the breakdown Jared Weiss joins Coach Nick in a weekly show to discuss his breaking news on the Markelle Fultz situation, from his wrist injury to the nerve damage that has caused his shot to get so funky. And Fred Hoiberg was fired early Monday morning, and the only surprising thing might have been that it took that long.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics have surprisingly struggled this year considering all the talent they have. Celtics beat reporter for The Athletic Jared Weiss joins Coach Nick to discuss the lineup changes Brad Stevens has played with, and whether Kyrie needs to be more of The Man in the offense to get them going in the right direction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marcus Thompson of The Athletic was one of the first to report on the rift between Draymond Green and Kevin Durant, and what it means to the dynamic of the team. Will it hold them back from another title? Will it cause Durant to leave in free agency? Find out from one of the most prominent insider voices in Thompson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Draymond blew up at Kevin Durant at the end of regulation versus the Clippers, it brought up a lot of issues that had been bubbling to the surface regarding KD's free agency. Mark Medina of the Bay Area News Group joins Coach Nick to give us his insider's analysis.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes a very old Friend Of The Breakdown Kurt Helin of NBCSports.com to discuss what the Rockets are doing with Carmelo Anthony, the Jimmy Butler trade to the Sixers and whether Markelle Fultz will be able to handle it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes back Friend Of The Breakdown Spencer Dinwiddie to discuss his game saving and game winning heroics on Halloween as he carried his Brooklyn Nets in crunch time over the Detroit Pistons. He also discusses how the new rules emphasis has affected his play, and the league in general. A must listen to get a rare glimpse into the mindset of an NBA player.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Vardon has been on the Cleveland Cavaliers beat for years, and now covers them and National NBA News for The Athletic. In a candid conversation, Vardon details the events surrounding the slightly surprising termination of Tyronn Lue as head coach of the Cavs. After leading the team to 4 straight finals and one title, it's hard to fathom Lue would get dumped so quickly, but after a disagreement with General Manager Koby Altman, his days were numbered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Dave DuFour as they go around the horn answering the best questions they got in their live post game show, ranging from Should Billy Donovan Be Fired, to whether Rondo and Ingram will start when they return from suspensions, and what's wrong with the Boston Celtics offense?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get into the mindset of one of the winningest players in the NBA - having won 2 NBA titles with the Rockets and one with the Spurs, Mario Elie has a unique perspective on the league having been a player and an assistant coach. Coach Nick discusses how the Rockets were the progenitors of volume three point shooting back in the mid 90's, as well as how tough Gregg Popovich was in his early days of coaching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While the first game in Boston was sloppy, the Celtics proved they are the class of the East as they blew out an undermanned Sixers team. In the night cap, the Thunder gave the Warriors a run for their money behind Paul George's hot second half, but Steph Curry and Kevin Durant were too much for anyone to handle, much less the Russ-less Thunder team. Coach Nick and Dave take live questions as well to help diagnose what just happened on Day 1 of the 2018-19 NBA Season. YOU IN? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered how Steph Curry trained himself to be the all time best shooter the NBA has ever seen? Get a rare glimpse behind the curtain as Coach Nick discusses Curry's training with his personal player development coach Brandon Payne. They discuss what Steph has added to his game this year, and the key components to training shooters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When the video of Ted Alexandro's comedy bit comparing his sexual prowess to the Celtics-era Shaq went viral, Coach Nick felt compelled to reach out to Ted to break down the process of writing this as well as a funny take on Steve Kerr's coaching.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Coach Nick was a young student manager for the Men's Basketball Team at the University of Wisconsin - Madison, little did he know years later that he'd be able to interview his former boss. From being head coach of the Knicks, the GM of the Vancouver Grizzlies, and Vice President of the NBA itself, Stu Jackson has held every job at every level there is in basketball. Currently an analyst on NBA TV and Senior Associate Commissioner for Mens’ Basketball for the Big East, Coach Nick and Stu discuss what it was like coaching in the 90's, how the game has evolved, and his exciting storylines for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Dave DuFour are back together again for a new NBA Season! Find out their expert opinions on what the Lakers have in store for them in the West, and how LeBron James will integrate his game and also allow Brandon Ingram, Kyle Kuzma, and Lonzo Ball to flourish at the same time. Plus, the latest on the Jimmy Butler saga and who's going to go first: Jimmy or Thibs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Once an unshakeable pairing, Jimmy Butler has decided he wants out of Minnesota now. As Darren predicted back in July. With more information, we discuss how Butler and Thibs went from a love affair to a messy divorce - and who gets custody of the kids.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a long layoff, Dave DuFour is back on the show to discuss a variety of topics, based on questions from twitter and Periscope. We ran the gamut, across both conferences. Keen insight into the Western playoff race and which very good teams might end up being sorely disappointed at the end of the year, and how competitive (and fun!) the East will be.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The WNBA Semifinals just saw TWO epic 5 game series take place, and it's just a prelude to what will undoubtedly be a Finals for the ages. Now that the WNBA has embraced the pace and space and 3 point shooting of the modern game, it has unlocked a whole new level of excitement and skill. Join Coach Nick and Ryan Ruocco of ESPN and The Yes Network as they discuss the last round and preview the Finals that start Friday, September 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friend of the Breakdown Mo Dakhil joins Coach Nick to discuss in detail his experiences working for the Spurs during Manu's golden years (2009-2011) and what his legacy means to the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick just dropped a video comparing and contrasting Nuggets center Nikola Jokic to the Sixers Joel Embiid, and TJ McBride, editor and Nuggets beat writer for Mile High Sports, joins him to discuss. They also go in depth on the expectations of this team, and how, fully healthy, they could contend for home court advantage in the first round of the playoffs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did the Rockets improve by adding Melo but losing Trevor Ariza and luc Richard Mbah a Moute? That's a lot of defense to make up, but perhaps Anthony's role in the Rocket's high powered offense, plus the support of PJ Tucker, CP3, and Clint Capela can get them over the hump and defeat the Warriors in the playoffs. Find out from Rockets super fan and Sirius XM NBA Channel personality Curtlow.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick sparked a bit of a debate by disagreeing with LeBron's use of the F-bomb when giving a great speech to his son's AAU team, and Dave DuFour gives the counter point. Plus, we break down Kevin Pelton's Western Conference predictions, which leaves the Lakers out of the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does Kawhi tilt the balance of power from the Boston Celtics to the Toronto Raptors? Can the Sixers improve upon last year? Who is the best defender of this generation? Jared Weiss of The Athletic joins Coach Nick to solve these questions and more. You In? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Find out which rookies show promise for the  upcoming NBA season,as well as a good discussion on which action generates the best three point shots as Mo Dakhil (former video coordinator for the Spurs, Clippers, and Australian National Team) joins us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have the Raptors finally exercised their demons now that LeBron has gone to the West and they've added a top 5 player in the league when healthy? Find out when Coach Nick is joined by the Toronto Star's Doug Jones - who's been on the Raptors beat ever since their inception. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Darren Wolfson, of the Minneapolis local ABC Affiliate as well as ESPN Radio Twin Cities, joins Coach Nick to discuss why Jimmy Butler refused to sign a contract extension, and what this means for Andrew Wiggins, Karl Anthony Towns, and Tom Thibodeau's career.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Lee, NBA Senior Writer For Yahoo Sports, and Friend of the Breakdown, hops on the show to discuss why DeMarcus Cousins chose the Golden State Warriors, what the heck they're trying to do in Los Angeles, and where Kawhi will end up and how it turned so sour between him and the Spurs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lakers seemed primed to sign DeMarcus Cousins and pair him alongside LeBron James, but the Warriors went stealth mode and swooped in, signing him to a one year deal and giving them the ability to put 5 All Stars in their prime on the floor together (provided Cousins recovers from his achilles tear). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LeBron's signing in Los Angeles shifts the power of the NBA firmly to the West, and the question is how much of a contender are the Lakers now with their incredibly young and talented core around The King. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick as he sits down with Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com as he lays out the entire Kawhi Leonard saga, Dave DuFour reports from his car on the latest in LeBron's decision 2.0, and Jeff Diependbrock lends his expert analysis on some real draft sleepers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did DeAndre Ayton deserve to go number one? Will Marvin Bagley live up to the hype? How has the NBA style of play trickled down to the high school level? The only question left is: You In? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Relive the 2018 NBA Draft 1st round as Coach Nick, Dave DuFour, and Adam Stanco offer unparalleled analysis and information with the kind of detail you won't find anywhere else.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duncan Smith of the Athletic Detroit and bballbreakdown.com joins Coach Nick to discuss what happened to Stan Van Gundy and why they chose Dwane Casey. Dave DuFour breaks down his favorite picks of the NBA Draft, and Derek Bodner walks us through the crazy story of Bryan Colagelo's demise in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Safa Kamalian is an assistant coach for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers of the G-League, and discusses his experience working in the Rockets organization. HoopHype's Alex Kennedy discusses where LeBron might go, and Dave DuFour gives us some insights into the Finals and the intriguing Free Agent storylines this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick got back to his roots with a solo live show where he offers his immediate reaction to the events that led to the Warriors beating the Cavaliers in Game 4, as well as answering a ton of questions posed in the Periscope comments.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cavaliers played their best first quarter of the series,  yet could not get any separation. And the game wore on, Kevin Durant got more and more vicious, carrying the Warriors as Steph Curry had his worst shooting game of his career, culminating in a contested 30 footer over LeBron that iced the game, and most likely the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick broke down the key elements to this series - how they affected the first two games (Korver not playing enough, Curry fire from 3) and what to expect in tonight's Game 3 matchup in Cleveland. Joining the show: Mike Zavagno of FearTheSword.com and the Cavalytics Podcast, Mark Medina - Warriors Beat Writer for Mercury News and the Bay Area News Group, and Dave DuFour.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While it seemed like the Cavaliers were going to get blown out early as the Warriors hit over 65% of their shots, LeBron James and Kevin Love kept them close through 3 quarters until the inevitability of the Warriors dominance overtook them and it turned into a blow out. Coach Nick and Dave discuss adjustments the Cavs can make and what the Warriors did to play so well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Jones has been part of the A Team on ESPN and ABC, doing play by play alongside the legend Hubie Brown, and he joins Coach Nick today to discuss in depth what he thinks will happen in the Finals. We also discuss what will happen with the Sixers organization considering their GM Bryan Colangelo is embroiled in a Twitter scandal. Most fascinating, we discuss LeBron's legacy and what it must be like to coach him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick as he lends his expert opinions to the discussion on the Cavs vs Warriors NBA Finals rematch IV. Mike Zavagno of Fear The Sword weighs in from the Cleveland side, while Eric Apricot of BBALLBREAKDOWN and GoldenStateOfMind.com discusses what the Warriors need to do. And to top it off, Dave DuFour comes on the show to sprinkle in his takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics again looked like world beaters in dispatching the Cleveland Cavaliers in Boston. What looked like a lost series now has the Green in the driver's seat, only needing one win to get back to the NBA Finals for the first time in 9 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite Steph Curry's 17 point 3rd quarter, which had propelled the Warriors to a comfortable 10 point lead, the Rockets continued to battle behind some crazy tough shot making, and hung on in the end to even this series at 2-2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cavaliers took Game 4 and even the series at 2-2 versus the Boston Celtics. While that is certainly a positive thing for Cleveland, Boston played about as poorly as a team could play for certain stretches, causing all to stare at the screen with the "Who Farted?" expression on our faces. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Warriors rode another 3rd quarter wave, including a Super Saiyan performance from Steph Curry, to a big win versus the Rockets. With a 2-1 lead and another game at home, Golden State is in good position to take this series.  Coach Nick and Dave also go through Game 3 of the Cavaliers Celtics series and whether or not the Cavs can repeat their scintillating shooting in Game 4 tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rockets continued to mercilessly attack Steph Curry in isolation, and their role players went super nova from all over the floor. The Warriors need a couple of solutions defensively, and clean up their unforced turnovers. The Rockets can breathe a little bit, knowing they stood up and took a must win game heading into Oakland for Game 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While the Cavaliers came out strong behind some incredible scoring by LeBron, the Celtics slowly pulled away throughout the 2nd half. They now have a strangle hold on this series, and find out why Brad Stevens has got his guys executing exactly the way he wants them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As part of our live post game coverage of each of the Conference Finals games, Coach Nick and Dave DuFour go in depth to explain how Kevin Durant exploded for 37 points to lead the Golden State Warriors over James Harden's 41 points and the Houston Rockets. They also discuss Game 1 between the Cavaliers and the Celtics - the matchups that were and weren't working that enabled Boston to hang one of the worst playoff losses LeBron has ever faced.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The trend in the NBA, based on advanced analytics, is to shoot more 3s and shots in the paint, and avoid the midrange long 2's like the plague. In a shocking development, the Golden State Warriors of all teams bucked that trend this year, getting tremendous results in the process. Ben Cohen of the Wall Street Journal expands on his excellent article detailing how the Warriors altered their offense so significantly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick as he welcomes Brady Klopfer (NBA Writer for BBALLBREAKDOWN and SBNation) to discuss the Sixers rousing Game 4 win. Mike Zavagno of FearTheSword.com and Cavalytics Podcast goes in depth on the Cavaliers and what they were doing with their Xs and Os to beat the Raptors. And Jared Weiss (Celtics writer for The Athletic) breaks down the Celtics side, and what they have to look forward to beyond the Sixers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomed on the show BBALLBREAKDOWN Senior Writer Bryan Toporek to discuss the Sixers issues in Game 1. Associate editor of Salt City Hoops Dan Clayton broke down how the Jazz brokedown in their opener. And Best Friend of the Breakdown Jared Weiss (The Athletic) joins us to discuss the Rockets and the Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today, Yahoo NBA Senior Writer Michael Lee discusses what the Wizards have done to get back in their series, OKC Thunder Beat Writer Erik Horne discusses the Thunder series. And Dylan Hughes of 8points9sesconds.com joins us for an informative session on what the Pacers have been doing to combat the Cavaliers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on the show Dave DuFour to run down Sunday's games: The surprise Bucks get back in the series, the Raptors getting a little tight in the collar, the Spurs hang on, and the Cavaliers avoid catastrophe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is there any hope for the Miami Heat? Can the Sixers make a run to the finals? Will OKC make it past the Jazz? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As part of his weekly SBNation Radio Show, Coach Nick welcomed on Eli Horowitz, an assistant coach at Cal Tech and WNBA Writer, to discuss how the Warriors have won 2 games against the Spurs, as well as the intriguing Rockets vs Timberwolves matchup.  Tommy Tempesta comes on to discuss functional movement of NBA Players and why certain players struggle to unlock their athletic potential. Derrick Rose and Karl-Anthony Towns are two players they discuss in detail. And James Holas, AKA @SnottieDrippen, a contributor to bballbreakdown and NBA Analyst, breaks down what's happening in the Pacers Cavaliers series (OLADIPO!!), and if the Bucks can even get back into their series against the Celtics.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes JAG, a former AAU Coach from Los Angeles, as he recounts his experiences with shoe companies and colleges infecting the system with money, cars, and other gifts. Currently, JAG is a musical artist, and his current album is "Dalton Ave." Follow him @southcentralJAG  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on James Holas, AKA @SnottieDrippen, to go through all the matchups. Find out who we think will be an upset and which series we're looking forward to most.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on the show today Ronnie Nunn - NBA referee for 19 years and Head Of Officials for 5 more, to discuss the growing animosity between the players and the referees. Pacers beat reporter J. Michael of IndyStarSports.com comes on to discuss their surprising season. Plus, former Video Coordinator for the Spurs, Clippers, and Australian National Team Mo Dakhil describes what's it like to prepare for the playoffs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on the show Jared Weiss to go over the Eastern Conference playoff race, Dave DuFour to discuss the West, and Jeff Diepenbrock to discuss how Villanova is changing the college game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Description: Coach Nick breaks down the best rookie class since LeBron entered the league, discusses with Jeff Diepenbrock what it’s like to prepare for the NCAA Tournmanet from a video coordinator’s perspective and Dave DuFour hops in to go over all of the end of season awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are the Lakers going in the right direction? Who are the free agents they realistically have a chance at getting? Can the fans stay with them long enough to get back to winning time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick's live SBNation Radio show, brought to you without interruptions. Sean Highkin broke down what's going on with the surprise Trail Blazers, Adam Stanco discussed the shocking upset of Virginia in the NCAA Tournament, and Steve Kyler (Basketball Insiders) gives a run down on which coaches are most likely getting fired after this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why has Tyronn Lue Stepped down temporarily as the Cavs Coach? What does this mean fro the title hopes in Cleveland? Did you see the biggest upset in March Madness history? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who is getting upset in the NCAA tournament? What is the real value of a basketball scholarship? What was it like playing in the NBA in the 90s? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Zavagno of Fear The Sword give his X's and O's insights into what is wrong with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Emio Tomeoni AKA The NBA Storyteller joins us to discuss his incredible deep dives into NBA lore, plus Dave DuFour finishes us off with a run through the Eastern Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who are the MVP candidates behind James Harden? Can the Spurs be a factor when Kawhi comes back? Is there a battle being waged for the soul of basketball? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 3 of Coach Nick's new SB Nation Weekly Radio show, he welcomes Jeff Diepenbrock to discuss what he's seeing in the resurgent Lakers (Randle, Ingram). Jared Weiss of the Celtics Wire and CLNS Media gave his insider information on where Boston is heading. And Dave DuFour comes on to discuss who's better: James Harden or Steph Curry. Coach Nick rants a little about how Kevin Love was treated by former teammates in light of his battle with panic attacks.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't miss the latest from Coach Nick as he discusses how the league's style is not only shifting to more 3 pointers, but the game is being refereed differently as well. David Gardner of Bleacher Report joins him to give keen insight into prospects who will get drafted soon, Dave DuFour discusses the hottest team in the NBA: The Rockets. And tons more NBA analysis. YOU IN? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is choosing the defensive player of the year troubling? Is Zaza Pachulia a dirty player? Does James Harden need to be called for traveling more? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is going on with the Kawhi Leonard injury controversy? Can the Raptors get to the NBA Finals? Will Mark Cuban survive this sexual harassment scandal surrounding the Mavs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick as he broadcasts his brand new radio show on SBNation Radio. Listen in live every Tuesday at 8PM EST on your local SBNation FM Radio station, or stream it at SBNationRadio.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How have the Jazz built this 10 game winning streak? Is rudy Gobert as important offensively as defensively? Will Utah keep this pace up and make the playoffs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Warriors have struggled recently, and their starting five's Net Rating since Steph Curry returned 19 games ago (-5.7) should have them a bit worried.  Do the Warriors need to be concerned? What can Steve Kerr do to shake them out of their doldrums? Does Klay Thompson get frozen out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cavaliers got right back into relevancy with a stunning set of trades, completely revamping their roster for one last shot at a title before LeBron potentially leaves. Dwyane Wade asked to be traded back to Miami, Rodney Hood and George Hill get into the starting lineup, and Jordan Clarkson and Larry Nance get the chance to go deeper in the playoffs than they've ever done before. Oh, and there were a ton of OTHER trades we went through as well. WUT! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are the Cavs going to make a trade? Will the Warriors try to upgrade their roster? Is Anthony Davis the kind of player to carry his teams to wins? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick discusses the Jason Kidd firing with Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Bucks Beat Reporter Matt Velazquez to get the inside scoop as to why ownership let their head coach go and when they did it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who won the Paul George for Victor Oladipo Trade? Is Roberson really the key to OKC’s defense? Which teams should blow it up and start over? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How will the Clippers look after the trade deadline passes? Can Kawhi be seen as a bad guy? How can anyone beat the Warriors? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another Woj Bomb, as the Clippers sent (former) All Star Blake Griffin, Willie Reed, Brice Johnson to the Pistons for starters Tobias Harris and Avery Bradley, alongside Boban Marjanovic, and a first- and second-round draft pick. James Holas, AKA @snottiedrippen, joins Coach Nick to discuss the trade, and other potential trades coming up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does Boogie’s achilles injury mean for his career and free agency? How does OKC handle the season ending injury of Andre Roberson? What trades will get done by the trade deadline? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens if you don’t make the opening night roster of an NBA team? How does 4 years in college prepare you for the NBA? What really happened when some Rockets stormed the Clippers locker room? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This afternoon, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN broke the news that the Milwaukee Bucks fired Jason Kidd. Was this the right decision? What details on the court led to this team underachieving? Who should take over? All this and more. You In? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What exactly happened in the cavs vs Warriors game How does this impact a potential finals rematch? Should the Cavaliers make a trade? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is LeBron geting frustrated? Are the Bulls on their way to glory? Will the Bucks finally figure it out once Jabari is back? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Grantland Senior Editor and author of two books ("Pacific Rims" and "Two and Two") joins Coach Nick to discuss the ramifications of Rick Carlisle and Steve Kerr's response to ESPN's reporting on Lavar Ball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Has Luke Walton lost the locker room? Who are some of the surprise break out players this year? Will the Cavs make a deal to improve their roster? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do the Raptors finally have what it takes to beat the Cavs? Are the Bucks making progress? What is up with the Wizards and the rest of the East? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Dave DuFour are back at it going through the crazy game last night where the Rockets blew a 26 point lead in Boston, culminating in a pair of offensive fouls called on Harden to seal their fate. Plus, we discuss how the Thunder are playing so much better and if there is any smoke, or fire, in Milwaukee surrounding Jason Kidd.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have the Knicks turned a corner? Why have the Celtics faltered recently? Is Brett Brown on the hot seat? Plus LOTS more from around the NBA.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Micah Lancaster is a skill enhancement trainer who has worked with a lot of NBA players to improve their output on the court. He joins Coach Nick to discuss some of the training methods he used with Victor Oladipo, which have been working so well, Oladipo is in the lead for Most Improved Player this year.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on correspondents from BBALLBREAKDOWN.COM to share their insights into the games played yesterday. Find out how Victor Oladipo thrilled the crowd to victory and how the Pelicans outlasted the Sixers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will the Thunder make a trade this year? What does Kawhi’s imminent return mean to the Spurs and the western conference? Is Donovan Mitchell the real deal for the Utah Jazz? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Cavs insider Joe Vardon as they discuss the future of Derrick Rose and if/when he'll come back to the team. Ever wondered how much influence LeBron has over the coaching staff? And which dominos will fall once Tristan Thompson and Isaiah Thomas return from injury? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why the hell was Dave Fizdale fired? What happens to the Clippers now that Blake is out? Which other coaches are on the hot seat? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spurs guard Brandon Paul took a circuitous route to get to the NBA, and he sat down to discuss his journey across the globe with Coach Nick.  How did Brandon Paul make it to the NBA as a 26 year old rookie? What did he learn along the way that kept him on that path? Did his time in Europe help him improve to get to the next level? And DON'T MISS Coach Nick's other podcast on culture & politics called: "Can You Hear Me Shaking My Head?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did the Celtics extend their winning streak over the Warriors? Can this be a potential finals match up? What’s the deal with Lonzo Ball? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Dave DuFour get together to discuss the hot 3 point shooting from unlikely players like Tobias Harris, along with the Pistons surprisingly hot start. Is Lonzo Ball going to get it together on the court and live up to the hype? What should the Utah Jazz do in the wake of the Rudy Gobert injury that will keep him out 4-6 weeks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How are the young Lakers keeping it together? Is Kyrie a different player in Boston? How can Andrew Wiggins improve? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clippers pro personnel scout Dave Severns joins Coach Nick to discuss how the Clippers have surprised many with their play to begin the season: How has Blake Griffin improved his shot so dramatically? What is the definition of an open shot? Are the Clippers a serious contender? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Dave DuFour recorded their live Periscope show, discussing Cavaliers and Warriors, plus take questions from the audience.  What is wrong with the Cavs and the Warriors? Are the Magic For Real? Can the Pistons Make a break through this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Oliver, head coach at the University of Windsor and founder of BasketballImmersion.com, shared his thoughts on attending 4 different NBA teams practices during training camp. Rare insight behind the curtain of how the Pistons, Cavaliers, Bucks, and Pacers ran their practices and taught the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Dave DuFour dive deep into the NBA news and what's happening on the court. They run the gamut from the Suns to the Knicks and everywhere in between: Where will Eric Bledsoe get traded? How damn good is Giannis? Why oh why did we sleep so hard on the Grizzlies? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Bontemps in the National NBA Writer for the Washington Post, and he lends his expert insight in his discussion with Coach Nick.  Can the Bucks make a run at the top of the conference? What happens to the Celtics without Hayward? Have The Warriors Ruined the NBA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are our predictions for the major NBA awards? Who will be on the hot seat? How will the Conferences shake out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Malik Monk Make Kemba expendable? Can Kyrie Irving become a leader in Boston? Does Andrew Wiggins know he’s now the 3rd option? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick, as always, is joined by James Holas (twitter.com/snottiedrippen) to discuss: Is the Joel Embiid extension worth it? How has Russell Westbrook fit in with his new teammates? Should NFL athletes take a knee? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will the Nets be better than we all think? How have the rockets integrated CP3 into their offense? Can OKC give the Warriors a run for their money? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How is Kyle Kuzma the best player on the lakers? Are the Clippers good enough to make the playoffs? Did the All Star Game just get better? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author of "Basketball Is Jazz," ESPN's David Thorpe joins Coach Nick to discuss basketball training methods and general coaching.  What’s the difference in training methods in Europe vs America? Are coaches in general evolving with the game? What are some of the things Coach Thorpe has done with his NBA players to improve them? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Noah Coslov, radio host on Sirius XM NBA Radio, and host of The Pace and Space podcast as well as a new pod called The Follow Up, joins Coach Nick to discuss the whacky off season and so many stars changing teams.  Will Dwyane Wade help the Cavaliers enough? Can Chris Paul and James Harden play together well enough to beat the Warriors? Can OKC possibly make it work with their big 3? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Carmelo Fit In With The Thunder? How Will Russ change his role to fit his new teammates? Can Billy Donovan solve the riddle and make this team a contender? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Curtlow, as always, an entertaining guest with his takes on the Rockets, joins Coach Nick to discuss the upcoming season: Will the Rockets ever get Carmelo? Does he make them good enough to beat the Warriors? Should James Harden have won the MVP award? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Heat compete for the top of the East? Draymond Or Klay? You can Only keep one. What will OKC do if the Russ Paul George Experiment isn’t working? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why has it been the dog days of the season recently? Who are the biggest fantasy sleepers this year? How excited should we be for the Nuggets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What will the NBA Draft look like in the future? Is tanking good for the NBA? How should we decide who gets into the hall of fame? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will the rockets change under new ownership? Can the Bucks get back into contention in the East? What does the Average NBA player look like? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To order your Pinch Post T-Shirt, Click on THIS Link HERE: http://bit.ly/2vytBJn Coach Nick explained why he is so dedicated to the Triangle Offense and its principles - from coaching it at the High School level, to spending time with Tex Winter discussing how to implement it.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and James tease their ultimate Russell Westbrook battle podcast as well as address these questions: What is up with Isaiah Thomas’s hip injury? Can The Cavaliers survive if he can’t play? How good are the Vegas oddsmakers’ over under predictions? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What was the NBA like in the 70s? How did dribbling improve so dramatically back then? Was 1976 truly the golden age of the NBA? Adam Criblez joins Coach Nick to discuss the NBA in the 1970's as researched in Criblez's new book "Tall Tales And Short Shorts - Dr. J, Pistol Pete, And The Birth Of The Modern NBA." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will the Kyrie Irving trade go through? Did the Cavaliers improve enough to beat the Warriors? How screwed is Nerlens Noel? This week's podcast is sponsored by Audible. Visit audible.com/bballbreakdown to receive your free audiobook with 30-day trial membership.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did the Celtics give up too much for Kyrie Irving? Have the Cavs improved enough to beat the Warriors? Do the Jimmy Butler and Paul George trades look worse now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave McMenamin is an NBA Reporter for ESPN who the insider information on the everything to do with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Coach Nick dives into the Kyrie question and what it's like being a Number 2 to LeBron James. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will the dual role of coach and gm become extinct? How will D’Antoni and Harden affect Chris Paul’s mindset? Are you as excited as we are for Eurobasket? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which teams had the best off season by far? How much have the Thunder improved? Is the Melo to the Rockets trade dead? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Lavar Ball good for the game? What Will Hornacek’s Offense look like this year? What changes would we make with the NBA rules? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What will the Knicks look like this season? Can Javale McGee improve enough to be a starter? How do Dave and I watch NBA Games? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the latest in the Kyrie Irving Experience Situation? How Does Carmelo Anthony fit into all of this? Why has the free agent market dried up so quickly? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did Kyrie Really just request a trade from the Cavaliers? Where should he go? Who should the Cavs get in return Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What can we take away from the Summer League? Are players now that much more athletic than the 70s? How deep is the Daryl Morey effect on the league? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Good Will The Lakers Be? Can Melo Find His Way To Houston? Who Stood Out In The Summer League? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author Shawn Fury joins Coach Nick to discuss his latest book on the origins of the jump shot "Rise And Fire." This is a fascinating discussion that delves not only into the history of the jump shot itself, but the evolution of the mechanics of the most exciting shot in basketball. Who invented the jump shot? How did it evolve? Will the 3 pointer forever change the game going forward? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does the Gordon Hayward signing affect the Celtics? Does Danilo Gallinari make the Clippers better? Have the Warriors made the best off season moves thus far? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Has OKC done enough to improve? How will Chris Paul fit in Houston? What does every other free agent move mean to the NBA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is Daryl Morey trying to do? Will Chris Paul fit in with James Harden? And what does the end of the Phil Jackson era mean to the Knicks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick, Dave DuFour, and Adam Stanco on their weekly 3 Man podcast to discuss the latest in the NBA news including: Will Paul George End Up in Boston? Did Russell Westbrook deserve the MVP? What other free agent moves might ripple across the NBA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where is Paul George Headed? What can the Cavs do to compete with the Warriors? Who will be better: Jayson Tatum or Josh Jackson? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who was the winner of the 2017 NBA Draft (Kings)? Will the Jimmy Butler trade haunt the Bulls for years to come? What is the future of the power forward position in the NBA? Join Coach Nick, Dave DuFour, and college basketball insider Adam Stanco for a deep dive into the first round picks and what this means for the landscape of the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do the celtics and Danny Ainge have up their sleeve? Can the Sixers turn their fortunes around this year? How does Paul george affect the entire landscape of the NBA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does the NBA get more exciting again? Can the Lakers turn their fortunes around? Who are some of the players to watch in this year’s draft? Jordan Schultz, HuffPost Sports Columnist, Bleacher Report College Hoops Analyst, SI Now NBA Analyst joins Coach Nick to weigh in on the Bucks and Lakers futures, plus some players to watch for in the upcoming NBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did the Warriors pull this game out?   Do the Cavaliers need to break up their team?   Who is next in line to become champion? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are the Warriors and Cavaliers saying in the locker rooms? Has Golden State Wrapped This Thing up? Is this the best team of all time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How stunning was the end of Game 3? Do the Cavaliers have any hope left in this series? Where does this Warriors team rank among the great NBA teams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is this series over? Can the Cavaliers make any adjustments? Just how good is Kevin Freakin’ Durant? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just how good are the Warriors? What can the Cavs do to get back in this series? Is there any answer for Kevin Freakin’ Durant? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Close Will This NBA Finals Be? What Are The Keys For Both Teams? Will LeBron Be Able To Outdo Himself From Last Year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is going on in the Cavaliers Celtics series? Can the Celtics do anything to stop LeBron and Kyrie in Game 5? How good do the Warriors look heading into the finals? 2:20 Celtics vs Cavaliers Series 20:10 Warriors vs Spurs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happened to the LeBron James?   Did the Cavaliers give the celtics some hope?   What does this mean for the Celtics off season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do the Spurs have a chance without Kawhi Leonard at 100%?   How much of a chance do the Celtics really have verus the Cavs?   Why do fans feel so damn protective of their teams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who will win Game 7 tonight in the Garden? Will the Cavaliers be threatened at all in the Eastern Conference Finals? What does the Kawhi injury mean to the Spurs chances against the Warriors? As always on Mondays, Coach Nick and Coach Dave get together to discuss the weekend's events. 1:00 Wizards/Celtics Series 12:35 Warriors vs Spurs Game 1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happened to the Rockets in Game 6? Is this the 3 point shot really as valuable as we think? Can the Warriors and Cavs be beaten in the conference finals? 0:40 Rockets Issues Versus Spurs 12:43 Can You Take Too Many Bad 3s? 31:18 Cavaliers and Warriors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes bballbreakdown.com and RealGM contributor Matt Tynan on the podcast to discuss the epic Game 5 battle between the Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs. What has made this Spurs Rockets series so up and down? Can Manu recapture his youth like he did tonight? Is Pop angrier than usual? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What will the Raptors do this off season? How close will this Wizards Celtics series get? Can the Spurs slow down the rockets? 1:38 Warriors vs Jazz 7:10 Cavs vs Raptors 13:17 Celtics vs Wizards   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What adjustments did the Wizards make to take Game 3? Do the Jazz have any hope against the Warriors? What is the future of defense in the NBA? 1:15 Wizards Beat The Celtics In Game 3 13:24 Warriors Defeat The Jazz Going Away in Game 2 23:55 Discussion on Defense in the NBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Wizards get back in this series?   Will the Warriors lose at all during these playoffs?   Is Isaiah Thomas the most fun player in the NBA to watch? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did the Celtics beat the Wizards so handily? Why was it so easy for the Jazz to close out the Clippers? Can anyone beat the Warriors in even one game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is KAwhi a real MVP candidate? Why hasn’t Chris Paul gone deeper in the playoffs? What’s the one thing we’d change about Russell Westbrook? 1:00 Kawhi’s Real Value 13:00 Chris Paul’s Playoff Runs 16:02 Russell’s Westbrook Place in the NBA 20:45 Why Kevin Durant Left OKC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How good has this Spurs Grizzlies series been? Will Steve Kerr be able to coach again this season? What has Russ been doing in the clutch? Coach Nick and Coach Dave went on a little journey across the NBA landscape - diving into a lot of playoff series to give their unique insight into the game 2:55 Spurs At Grizzlies Game 4 18:48 Russell Westbrook 31:15 Steve Kerr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Coach Dave break down exactly what happened tonight in 3 crucial first round series. 1:00 Cavs Comeback Vs Pacers 16:03 Raptors Can't Keep Up With Bucks 28:18 Spurs Get Hammered By Grizzlies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Yam of the Pac 12 Network, Give Me A Sense Podcast, and NBA analyst for Tune In joins Coach Nick to go through the first few exciting games in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. 1:45 MEM SAS 8:12 WAS ATL 23:30 GSW POR 28:18 CLE IND   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Coach Dave take a deep dive to all the Game 1's over the weekend.  1:04 Pacers vs Cavaliers 8:15 Bucks vs Raptors 13:26 Grizzlies vs San Antonio   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Coach Dave go in depth on each matchup in the Eastern Conference. 1:15 Celtics vs Bulls 6:25 Cavaliers vs Pacers 10:34 Raptors Bucks 14:20 Wizards vs Hawks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Dave and Coach Nick go through each of the 4 Western Conference Playoff Races: 1:47 Warriors vs Trail Blazers 7:00 Clippers vs Jazz 15:13 Grizzlies vs Spurs 23:30 Thunder vs Rockets 28:00 MVP debate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BBALLBREAKDOWN Contributor James Holas lends his unique and informed analysis to the latest in the NBA: 1:30 Western Conference Playoffs 4:20 Clippers Have Gotten Stale 8:00 Eastern Conference Playoffs 15:30 Cavalier's Chemistry Issues 23:00 NBA Honor Code: Should Teams Shoot At End Of Game Blowouts? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Coach Dave had another journey through this week in the NBA: 1:00 Western Conference Playoff Race 2:15 Kyle Lowry Update 7:15 Trail Blazers Playoff Fate 11:52 Celtics vs Cavaliers Remaining Schedule 19:28 Sluggish Clippers 25:49 DeMarcus Cousins and Anthony Davis Together 36:45 The Triangle Offense In The NBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike joins Coach Nick to talk about his playing days with Bird and McHale and what the Clippers need to do to turn their ship around. 1:15 Working With Ralph Lawler 5:40 Playing With The Celtics of Bird, McHale 6:05 Could Shooters Back Then Be Good 3 Point Shooters Now? 13:40 What's Ailing The Clippers? 20:16 Can The Clippers Improve Their Energy? 25:20 Can The Clippers Fix Their Defensive Issues? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2:00 Should We Fault Russ For Gunning For Triple Doubles? 6:05 James Harden's Affect On The Court 13:35 Cavs Awful Defense 23:35 Can The Raptors Contend With The Cavaliers? 27:10 Was Devin Booker's 70 Legit? 33:05 Should NCAA Athletes Get Paid? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are few NBA writers better connected than USA Today's Sam Amick, and he joins Coach Nick on the podcast to discuss his insight into the Lakers with their new management team of Magic Johnson and Rob Pelinka, as well as an in depth discussion on each of the 4 candidates for MVP: LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, and Russell Westbrook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Coach Dave are at it again, breaking down every angle in the NBA including: 2:20 Steph Curry's Shooting 6:07 Are there locker room issues in Golden State? 16:55 Kevin Love Is Back 24:30 Will the Bucks make some noise in the playoffs? 30:00 What Will The Heat do? 36:10 What to watch for in the NCAA Tournament   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Alex Kennedy of Hoops Hype go in depth on the MVP race and who's going to get that 8th spot in the Western Conference. 2:06 Russell Westbrook 12:40 LeBron James 14:50 Kawhi Leonard 22:07 James Harden   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Coach Dave go over the following topics:   1:27 Resting Superstars 7:45 Lakers Tanking 17:40 Warriors locker room troubles 23:15 Spurs without LaMarcus Aldridge 29:50 James Harden and Russell Westbrook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Coach Dave discuss various NBA topics: 1:30 Warriors Struggles 5:06 KD Injury Update 8:26 LeBron's use of skip passes 16:13 Coach Of The Year: Brooks, Spoelstra, D'Antoni, Snyder 21:55 Russ pull up jumpers 27:04 The Decline of LeBron? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on ESPN's Ian Begley, who focuses on the Knicks, to give us the inside scoop on what is happening on the court with their offense. Why is Derrick Rose still struggling to understand the triangle offense? We also cover the Charles Oakley fiasco as well as whether Phil Jackson is long for the job. CoachNick starts the podcast with some of his own insights from across the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Coach Dave discuss various NBA topics in a proper mailbag: 1:50 Steph Curry's dominating play 3:40 Andrew Bogut's destination 5:30 Deron Williams to the Cavs 8:00 Marcus Smart's play with shorter hair 16:50 Pistons ceiling 20:22 Trading LaMarcus Aldridge? 25:00 Should the Celtics made some moves? 28:50 Are we surprised by the Jazz success? 32:38 Top Picks in the 2017 NBA Draft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and CSN Bay Area's Kings Insider James Ham discuss what it was like to be around DeMarcus "Boogie" Cousins day in and day out. 1:31 When James first heard the rumors of the trade 7:15 DeMarcus Cousins agents trying to blow up the deal 12:30 The Kings promising not to trade Cousins 16:03 Boogie made a list of players live's a struggle each day 25:20 The new era of the Kings without Cousins 33:50 The George Karl Situation   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Trevor Lane of Lakers Nation and host of the the Court Cast podcast discuss the incredible events that led to a revolution in the Lakers front office. 1:50 Mitch Kupchak and Jim Buss fired 3:05 Was the DeMarcus Cousins a factor in the shakeup? 5:59 Can D'Angelo Russell still be the star the Lakers are hoping for? 8:41 What did the Lakers offer for DeMarcus Cousins? 18:52 Why John Black, Lakers long time PR guy, was fired 24:06 Who wins the Lou Williams for Corey Brewer trade? 29:07 Tarik Black - is he an NBA player? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick (@bballbreakdown) & Coach Dave DuFour discuss: 0:23 DeMarcus Cousins Trade 9:03 What Are The Kings Doing? 14:07 What Is The Pelicans Starting Lineup? 25:05 Any Other Potential Deals For Boogie That Fell Through 37:09 Where Will Chris Paul End Up Next Season?   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick takes a slight detour from basketball content to discuss the writing of the screenplay for the incredible movie Hidden Figures. The script itself is a beautifully crafted telling of the true life heroes of the NASA program: 3 unheralded African American women instrumental in getting the Mercury 7 astronauts into space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Coach Dave are at it again in their weekly podcast focusing on the latest NBA news. What did Kyle Lowry mean when he went to the press to complain about the way the Raptors have been playing? Is DeMarre Carroll upset for the same reason? Who won the Jusuf Nurkic for Mason Plumlee trade between the Nuggets and Trail Blazers? And who's at fault for this simmering feud between the Thunder and the Warriors - which erupted in a trash talk scene on Saturday? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick sat down with Larry H. Russell of the Celtics Beat Podcast to discuss all things Celtics. Brad Stevens continues to play with his lineups, Isaiah Thomas can't guard anybody, and does Avery Bradley have enough of an impact? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every Monday, Coach Nick and Coach Dave lead you through a spirited and fun journey through the NBA: Zach LaVine's season ending injury, how the Super Bowl and basketball strategy have parallels (fascinating), did the Warriors just steal the playmaker the Cavaliers needed, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Golden State Warriors beat writer Anthony Slater (Mercury News/Bay Area Newsgroup) sat down with Coach Nick to discuss how the Golden State Warriors are destroying the rest of the league with most of their lineups. Steph Curry and Kevin Durant have figured out how to play together, and the rest of the league hasn't caught up yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Dave joins Coach Nick for a free flowing conversation that started briefly with the Enes Kanter (stupid) injury, crossed into the Carmelo Anthony trade the Knicks are trying to make, dipped into the Bulls issues (and there are a lot), and even made parallels between the current political situation and how GMs communicate with the media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick sits down with Erik Horne, OKC Thunder beat writer for the Oklahoman and NewsOK.com, to discuss what the Enes Kanter arm injury means for the team. Plus, they go in deep on how the team is helping Russ get more rebounds this year, as well as their prognosis for the season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Dave joins Coach Nick to go in depth on the Sixers recent success, whether the Raptors have found the right lineups, who should be the starting PG for the East in the All Star Game (hint: NOT Kyrie), and a discussion of some interesting ref's calls during the Spurs Cavaliers and Bulls Kings games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seth Davis of CBS, Sports Illustrated, Campus Insiders, as well as color commentator for the Big Ten Network, joins Coach Nick to discuss some of the college stars from this season. They also go in depth on college coaching, the refereeing, and John Wooden's place in history based on Seth's book: Wooden: A Coach's Life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Nick and Coach Dave DuFour as they go in depth on Russell Westbrook's season and whether it should be ranked as an all time great one. Plus, they ponder the question: Is Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich infallible? And a preview of tonight's epic matchup between the Cavaliers and the Warriors - plus a LIVE POST GAME SHOW immediately after the game tonight on Facebook Live.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danny Leroux appears all over the internet with his incredibly insightful and rational NBA analysis, and today he joins Coach Nick for a fast paced journey across most of the NBA: from Kawhi's role compared to Russell Westbrook - to the state of the Cavaliers and the Warriors and everything in between.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Dave DuFour discuss how they feel about the Rockets (good), the Raptors (ehh), as well as the Draymond Green explosion at Kevin Durant regarding the Warriors late game struggles. We answer a bunch of your questions as well, like: Who would you pick first - Myles Turner or Nikola Jokic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Always a fun and energetic conversation with Hoop-Ball.com's Aaron Bruski, who goes in depth on the Miami Heat's situation, the looming trade deadline, Dan D'Antoni's comments on the 3 pointer, and what's happening with the Phoenix Suns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode, Coach Nick and Dave discuss the MVP race, the pieces around Russell Westbrook in OKC, whether the Bulls have a good coach, and all sorts of other fun topics from around the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Zayas runs Laker Film Room - a Lakers-centric version of bballbreakdown, and he sat down with Coach Nick to discuss the ins and outs and X's and O's of this Lakers season as they struggle to grasp what head coach Luke Walton is teaching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leland Redfield is a strength and conditioning coach who focuses on training younger athletes. He sits down with Coach Nick for an enlightening conversation on many of the newer and innovative techniques for improving strength - particularly the grip and the core. You can find out more about Leland's training by visiting his website: EveryAdvantageBasketball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do NOT miss one of the best pods of the year as Sirius XM NBA's Justin Termine joins Coach Nick for a rapid fire breakdown of the important story lines around the NBA. From the likelihood of a Cavs Warriors Finals rematch to the feel good Rockets resurgence.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Dave DuFour begin by discussing the inflammatory remark ex-NBA Head Coach George Karl makes in his new book about Carmelo Anthony and Kenyon Martin. This sparked a wide reaching discussion about coaching and communicating with players. We also dug into an interesting comparison between Bucks forward Jabari Parker, Timberwolves guard Andrew Wiggins, and Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek Bodner covers the Philadelphia 76ers for PhillyMag and the NBA Draft for USA Today. He joined Coach Nick for a deep discussion into the state of the Sixers, what they need to improve and which players might end up on the trading block. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ESPN and Basketball Insiders' Larry Coon joins Coach Nick to break down the new agreement between the NBA Players Association and the NBA owners. Larry is the foremost expert on the CBA, and teaches a master class each summer called The Sports Business Classroom in Las Vegas timed with the Summer League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join NBA TV's Rick Kamla as Coach Nick discusses his pick for the 2nd Best Player in the Eastern Conference as well as the differences between the style of play back in the 80's compared to now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Dave DuFour of the That Guy Basketball Podcast and a contributor to bballbreakdown.com joins Coach Nick for a new WEEKLY SHOW, where we answer questions submitted to us from the NBA Reddit page. We discuss topics like: Who Is Our Pick For MVP, What Do The Timberwolves Need To Do To Turn It Around, and Why Russ Would Be Better At Shooting Guard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve McPherson of Rolling Stone, A Wolf Among Wolves, and 1500 ESPN joins Coach Nick to explain why the Wolves record is below expectations as well as compare and contrast the Thibodeau era to the Sam Mitchell era.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coaches! Do NOT miss this incredibly insightfyl discussion on coaching across the globe with one of the bright young minds on the international scene. Ryan Pannone worked with ESPN's David Thorpe extensively, and has now brought his knowledge to multiple countries across the world. We talk footwork, coaching styles, communication, and lots more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Alamar, ESPN's Director Of Analytics, shares with Coach Nick some of his advanced stats to impress upon us how historic Russ has been this season. Does James Harden's season compare at all? And do teams have any hope of improving their rankings in various categories after 12 games are in the books? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big Wos of ESPN's True Hoop Network joins Coach Nick for a new take on the podcast: What You DON'T Want To Talk About In The NBA. We discuss why the Sixers and the Nets are teams on his list, and why Coach Nick doesn't want to talk about the Knicks offense anymore either Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Vernon is the host of the The Ringer's NBA Show, and also does the pregame, halftime, and postgame shows for the Memphis Grizzlies on Fox Sports Southeast. He joins Coach Nick to go in depth on the state of the Grizzlies, from Marc Gasol's reluctance to be the man to Tony Allen's value on and off the court.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do NOT miss J Michael, who is a Wizards and NBA Insider for CSN Mid Atlantic and has unique insights into what is happening with the Wasington Wizards this season. We take a deep look into Scott Brooks and what he has the team doing, plus how the bench can provide support to the starters led by John Wall and Bradley Beal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Matt Bilinksy, an NBA Twitter pundit extraordinairre as he breaks down the Lakers from a very intelligent fan point of view. We talk about last season's balancing act of developing the young players like D'Angelo Russell versus giving Kobe Bryant his farewell tour. A brief dip into election politics as well, drawing on Matt's experience as a lawyer and rabid and impressive political knoweldge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian Levy is a senior NBA Editor at Fan Sided and provides unique insights into how the advanced analytics of the NBA play into the strategy. Find out if it's worth fouling a bad free throw shooter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared Yates Sexton, assistant professor of Creative Writing at Georgia Southern University and also a contributor to the New York Times, New Republic, and Atticus Review, has been covering the election for quite some time. He gives us his insight into the James Comey mess, Donald Trump supporters, and whether Hillary will even be able to govern if she wins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Gottlieb, host of the Doug Gottlieb Show on CBSSports.com, joins Coach Nick to discuss a range of topics like covering a game as an analyst in real time, the differences between how a basketball coach and a fan view the game, and how the game has evolved since the 90s.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy and Brian Kamenetsky have covered the Lakers for longer than most, and with their humorous and deep insight, they help Coach Nick decipher the landscape and what we can expect from them this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined again by Brian McCormick, a basketball and skill development coach as well as an author of several fantastic books, who takes a unique approach to the game. Brian stresses that off foot layups ("Goofy Foot" in his parlance) should be encouraged, free play allowed, and simply not being stuck to age old fundamentals that don't apply to the real world of basketball games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

He's back! Dave Futernick joins us to discuss which of our teams belongs in the garbage. Matt and Jon argue about Nerlens Noel, we talk Over/Unders, and then we Get @ Steven Adams and beef with Kobe's trainer all while talking Jon off the ledge after hearing about the Simmons news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The offseason rolls on so we discuss Dwight Howard's shoulders with Caleb Pitts. If you haven't read his post, check it out: https://www.reddit.com/r/nba/comments/53ieec/dwight_howards_shoulders_an_indepth_analysis/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zak Boisvert is an Assistant Coach at Army and is the man behind PickAndPop.net - a treasure of fantastic X's and O's information - joins Coach Nick to share his vast knowledge of the game. They get into coaching philosophies, methods of teaching, and hw technology has impacted the college ranks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do NOT miss John Henson, who you loved on E!'s Talk Soup and ABC's Wipeout, as he appears on Worst Cooks In America on the Food Network premiering TONIGHT, Wednesday September 14th. We take a fun jaunt through the 90's era Knicks, as well as a deep dive into what to expect this season. John also regales us with tales of filming Talk Soup and the sheer madness of the production schedule.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Darnell Mayberry, the Assistant Sports Editor at the Oklahoman who was the Thunder Beat Writer for 7 years, joins Coach Nick to discuss whether Russell Westbrook will go nuclear this year. We also talk about the starting five and why Kevin Durant decided to leave Oklahoma City for the Golden State Warriors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The off season rolls on as actor Markees Christmas joins the podcast to talk about cautionary tales and tattoos from the NBA. A billion other things not related to the NBA are also discussed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do NOT miss John Henson, who you loved on E!'s Talk Soup and ABC's Wipeout, as he appears on Worst Cooks In America on the Food Network premiering TONIGHT, Wednesday September 14th. We take a fun jaunt through the 90's era Knicks, as well as a deep dive into what to expect this season. John also regales us with tales of filming Talk Soup and the sheer madness of the production schedule.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Curtlow - a guy you hear often on SiriusXM NBA Radio when he lends his hilarious and insightful takes on the Rockets - joins Coach Nick to preview what will happen this season in Houston and whether they'll get back on track in the Western Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we have special guest Frank Madden of Brewhoop.com! We start with a Milwaukee Mind Set Quiz, Get @ Thon Maker, and talk crying in an Arby's bathroom. All this plus beefs and shout outs in another "EPIC" off-season podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt and Jon pitch ideas to Kobe for his new VC firm. Dave Futernick hates on them all. Also: Hilluminati, Take City and Get @me Dawg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bulls: -Coach Hoiberg compared adding Rondo and Wade to Butler with Latrell Sprewell and Sam Cassell to KG in Minny. Help me put that into perspective. -Added Portis last year, Valentine this year. Plus Zipser, Felicio, McDermott, and Jerian Grant, there's some tantalizing potential there. -Lopez-Gibson-Butler-Wade isn't a bad core 4. What's your prognosis for this season under Hoiberg? What's the key to a successful season? Cavs: -Any chance they get dethroned? -last year, Kyrie was working back from injury, showed out in the Finals. Did his playoffs change how you view him? Where did you rank him last preseason, where do you rank him now? -Does Kevin Love find his footing this season? Pacers: I see the Pacers potentially challenging for that 2 spot in the east. Am I crazy? -Where is Paul George in the current pantheon of players? -George Hill underrated defender, let PG handle at will. Teague more ball dominant, more offensively explosive. Better or worse for Indy? -Myles Turner: at 20, one of 8 rookies his age or younger to go for at least 10 ppg, 5.5 rpg, and 1.4 blks. What's his ceiling?   Pistons: -Are the Boban and Leuer additions enough to push them into the top 4? - What does Andre Drummond need to do to propel himself (and Detroit) into that next level? -Are Ish Smith and  Ray McCallum the answer at backup PG? -Thoughts on Tobias Harris?   Bucks: Thon Maker and Malcolm Brogdon add youth and more versatility; Dellavedova was overall below replacement level last year. Did they do enough to hop back into the playoff hunt? -Thoughts on Point Giannis? -Can Jabari Parker be a franchise cornerstone? -You're the GM: What to do about Greg Monroe and Michael Carter-Williams?   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bulls: -Coach Hoiberg compared adding Rondo and Wade to Butler with Latrell Sprewell and Sam Cassell to KG in Minny. Help me put that into perspective. -Added Portis last year, Valentine this year. Plus Zipser, Felicio, McDermott, and Jerian Grant, there's some tantalizing potential there. -Lopez-Gibson-Butler-Wade isn't a bad core 4. What's your prognosis for this season under Hoiberg? What's the key to a successful season? Cavs: -Any chance they get dethroned? -last year, Kyrie was working back from injury, showed out in the Finals. Did his playoffs change how you view him? Where did you rank him last preseason, where do you rank him now? -Does Kevin Love find his footing this season? Pacers: I see the Pacers potentially challenging for that 2 spot in the east. Am I crazy? -Where is Paul George in the current pantheon of players? -George Hill underrated defender, let PG handle at will. Teague more ball dominant, more offensively explosive. Better or worse for Indy? -Myles Turner: at 20, one of 8 rookies his age or younger to go for at least 10 ppg, 5.5 rpg, and 1.4 blks. What's his ceiling?   Pistons: -Are the Boban and Leuer additions enough to push them into the top 4? - What does Andre Drummond need to do to propel himself (and Detroit) into that next level? -Are Ish Smith and  Ray McCallum the answer at backup PG? -Thoughts on Tobias Harris?   Bucks: Thon Maker and Malcolm Brogdon add youth and more versatility; Dellavedova was overall below replacement level last year. Did they do enough to hop back into the playoff hunt? -Thoughts on Point Giannis? -Can Jabari Parker be a franchise cornerstone? -You're the GM: What to do about Greg Monroe and Michael Carter-Williams?   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Warriors: Can they embrace the role of villains?  Is there a cross-sport equivalence to them nabbing KD? Should Kerr's postseason gaffes affect how we view him? Can the bench do enough? Will it matter if they don't?  Clippers: What more do they need? Was this off season a success? Is this Blake and Chris Paul's last stand? Kings: What's the take on Boogie? What the hell is going on with the roster? Can we find any positives this off season? Suns:  Grade the wonderous off season. Where do we rank their young core? What do the vets bring to the table? Could they shock the NBA this year? Lakers: How much does coaching matter? Are Deng and Mozgov worth $138 million to THIS team? Who can we compare Ingram and Russell to? Where do we rank Clarkson among shooting guards? Is Randle a franchise cornerstone? -How long until these Lakers return to relevance? Me too, @SnottieDrippen! And big shouts to Patrick, aka @SFamXNoble for the sounds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Miami Heat: -After 13 years, over 20,000 points, and 3 rings, Dwyane Wade and Pat Riley went through a very public, very ugly split, and Wade's now in Chicago. We get Big Wos' thoughts on the Riley-Wade dynamic. -Hassan Whiteside is 27, with less than 150 NBA games under his belt, only 75 starts, has questions about his attitude/maturity, and is now in possession of a 4 year, $98 million contract. The Heat took a leap of faith, but did they bet on the wrong horse? -What's going on with Chris Bosh? -Will this enough for coach Spoelstra and Riley to make the playoffs? Orlando Magic: -What exactly is going on in Orlando? -Aaron Gordon, Serge Ibaka, Biyombo, and incumbent Vucevic. How does new coach Frank Vogel divvy up the minutes? -Between Evan Fournier (5 yrs/85 mil),Mario  Hezonja, and Elfrid Payton, how does the backcourt stack up to others in the east? Atlanta Hawks: -From 60 wins, to 48 and 4th seed: do they reverse the trend this year? -Can Paul Millsap and Dwight Howard coexist? -is Dennis Schroeder ready for starter's responsibilities? Charlotte Hornets: Out: Lin, Lee, Big Al For the last 4 years, they've alternated between missing the playoffs and 1st round exits.Should Hornets fans prep for the lottery, and do they matter? -Can Kemba Walker make The Leap? What can expect from him this year? -what's their best case scenario (who needs to step up, how far can they go in playoffs?). Worst case scenario? Washington Wizards: Are the off season moves, plus a pissed off john Wall, enough to make them relevant again? -Is Wall the 2nd best player in the East? Did last year change your POV on Wall? -What does new coach Scott Brooks bring to the table that can was missing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Warriors: Can they embrace the role of villains?  Is there a cross-sport equivalence to them nabbing KD? Should Kerr's postseason gaffes affect how we view him? Can the bench do enough? Will it matter if they don't?  Clippers: What more do they need? Was this off season a success? Is this Blake and Chris Paul's last stand? Kings: What's the take on Boogie? What the hell is going on with the roster? Can we find any positives this off season? Suns:  Grade the wonderous off season. Where do we rank their young core? What do the vets bring to the table? Could they shock the NBA this year? Lakers: How much does coaching matter? Are Deng and Mozgov worth $138 million to THIS team? Who can we compare Ingram and Russell to? Where do we rank Clarkson among shooting guards? Is Randle a franchise cornerstone? -How long until these Lakers return to relevance? Follow Marcus on Twitter, @ThompsonScribe! Me too, @SnottieDrippen! And big shouts to Patrick, aka @SFamXNoble for the sounds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Stanco's in-depth interview with ESPN.com Cleveland Cavaliers beat writer Dave McMenamin. They discuss who on the Cavs believed they could make a historic comeback after trailing 3-1 in the NBA Finals, how they came back, what has been motivating LeBron James, what the future holds for Kyrie Irving, and why Kevin Love has accepted his role as third banana.  Subscribe to the Great Point Podcast on iTunes. On Twitter... Adam Stanco: @NaismithLives Dave McMenamin: @mcten Great Point Podcast: @GreatPointPod BBALLBREAKDOWN: @bballbreakdown Yaw Geez (Intro Music): @YAWmusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sopan Deb of CBS News joins Coach Nick to lend his unique insight into covering Donald Trump, from interacting with Trump supporters to following every single one of his events. Find out what it's like to take multiple planes a day, being on the road for over a year straight, and how that shapes the coverage of the Republican nominee for president. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Miami Heat: -After 13 years, over 20,000 points, and 3 rings, Dwyane Wade and Pat Riley went through a very public, very ugly split, and Wade's now in Chicago. We get Big Wos' thoughts on the Riley-Wade dynamic. -Hassan Whiteside is 27, with less than 150 NBA games under his belt, only 75 starts, has questions about his attitude/maturity, and is now in possession of a 4 year, $98 million contract. The Heat took a leap of faith, but did they bet on the wrong horse? -What's going on with Chris Bosh? -Will this enough for coach Spoelstra and Riley to make the playoffs? Orlando Magic: -What exactly is going on in Orlando? -Aaron Gordon, Serge Ibaka, Biyombo, and incumbent Vucevic. How does new coach Frank Vogel divvy up the minutes? -Between Evan Fournier (5 yrs/85 mil),Mario  Hezonja, and Elfrid Payton, how does the backcourt stack up to others in the east? Atlanta Hawks: -From 60 wins, to 48 and 4th seed: do they reverse the trend this year? -Can Paul Millsap and Dwight Howard coexist? -is Dennis Schroeder ready for starter's responsibilities? Charlotte Hornets: Out: Lin, Lee, Big Al For the last 4 years, they've alternated between missing the playoffs and 1st round exits.Should Hornets fans prep for the lottery, and do they matter? -Can Kemba Walker make The Leap? What can expect from him this year? -what's their best case scenario (who needs to step up, how far can they go in playoffs?). Worst case scenario? Washington Wizards: Are the off season moves, plus a pissed off john Wall, enough to make them relevant again? -Is Wall the 2nd best player in the East? Did last year change your POV on Wall? -What does new coach Scott Brooks bring to the table that can was missing? -Can the Kelly Oubre/Otto Porter duo pick up the slack? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NBA off-season has been bananas, so it'll take a Herculean effort to untangle all of the mayhem. First up, MavsMoneyball.com's Editor-In-Chief and all around good guy Tim Cato (that's @Tim_Cato on Twitter) drops by to dissect the Southwest division. Mavericks: Key additions/losses, grade Dallas' off season. Feelings about Dirk Nowitzki getting paid. How much does he have left in the tank? Is Justin Anderson as bad ass as he seems? Will Wes Matthews ever return to form? What do we expect from him this year? Spurs: Did they add enough? What's Pau Gasol/David Lee bring? Who's that X-factor? Chance Kawhi Leonard wins MVP? Grizzlies: New Coach, new wing (Chandler Parsons), Marc Gasol & Mike Conley back (153 MILLION DOLLARS); is this enough to compete in the West? Thoughts on draftees Wade Baldwin & Deyonta Davis? "You be the GM": you paying Conley so much? How's the rotation go? Rockets: Mike D'antoni BYKE, Harden locked in for more years, snagged Ryan Anderson & Eric Gordon, got Sam Dekker back, lost Dwight Howard. What's it all mean? Thoughts on Clint Capela? Will Onuaku get mins? Stats projections that mean absolutely nothing. Pelicans: Health has been a huge issue for them. Anthony Davis & Jrue Holiday back,did they do enough to matter? (drafted Diallo +Hield, signed Galloway, Moore, Solo Hill, Terrence Jones) concerned about the Brow's injury history? Where does he rank, player-wise? Is Buddy Hield the missing piece? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NBA off-season has been bananas, so it'll take a Herculean effort to untangle all of the mayhem. First up, MavsMoneyball.com's Editor-In-Chief and all around good guy Tim Cato (that's @Tim_Cato on Twitter) drops by to dissect the Southwest division. Mavericks: Key additions/losses, grade Dallas' off season. Feelings about Dirk Nowitzki getting paid. How much does he have left in the tank? Is Justin Anderson as bad ass as he seems? Will Wes Matthews ever return to form? What do we expect from him this year? Spurs: Did they add enough? What's Pau Gasol/David Lee bring? Who's that X-factor? Chance Kawhi Leonard wins MVP? Grizzlies: New Coach, new wing (Chandler Parsons), Marc Gasol & Mike Conley back (153 MILLION DOLLARS); is this enough to compete in the West? Thoughts on draftees Wade Baldwin & Deyonta Davis? "You be the GM": you paying Conley so much? How's the rotation go? Rockets: Mike D'antoni BYKE, Harden locked in for more years, snagged Ryan Anderson & Eric Gordon, got Sam Dekker back, lost Dwight Howard. What's it all mean? Thoughts on Clint Capela? Will Onuaku get mins? Stats projections that mean absolutely nothing. Pelicans: Health has been a huge issue for them. Anthony Davis & Jrue Holiday back,did they do enough to matter? (drafted Diallo +Hield, signed Galloway, Moore, Solo Hill, Terrence Jones) oncerned about the Brow's injury history? Where does he rank, player-wise? Is Buddy Hield the missing piece? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick sat down with Jared Sexton Yates, contributor to the New Republic and New York Times, to more fully understand what happens at a Donald Trump rally and who attends them. While the prospects for passionate human behavior are dim, it's important to understand what these rallies are doing to the discourse and our political system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Find out what it's like to be in the midst of several Trump rallies with Creative Professor at Georgia Southern University Jared Yates Sexton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on the show Travis Woo, who has identified the many fundamentals to landing once you've left your feet to execute a basketball move. This is a very ignored subject and the cause for lots of serious injuries to the ankles, knees, and back. Many of them could be avoided with more attention paid to the fundamentals of landing. Learn more from Travis on his YouTube channel: Hoops Movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Stanco leads an honest dialogue about race with two friends. Kenny Williams, host of the FiyaStarter Podcast, and Will Ray, a former Army Ranger, share their life experiences. They explain the challenges, struggles, and discrimination they've faced as black men. They also discuss whether NBA players have a responsibility to speak out about race relations and how they can make a difference.  Subscribe to the Great Point Podcast on iTunes. On Twitter... Adam Stanco: @NaismithLives Kenny Williams: @KBadds FiyaStarter Podcast: @HotFiyaStarter Great Point Podcast: @GreatPointPod BBALLBREAKDOWN: @bballbreakdown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Carson, from Fox Sports, joins the Hoopers to discuss JR Smith and only JR Smith. Welcome to the off-season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do NOT miss this in depth discussion on the Finals and its mini sub plots. How important was the Draymond Green suspension? Did Kyrie and LeBron simply beast out to take the series? Where will Mike Conley end up? How will the Ibaka Oladipo trade shake out for OKC? There's even more packed into this podcast, You In? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Stanco's in-depth interview with UMass AD Ryan Bamford, one of the nation's most respected young leaders in the athletics department industry. They discuss the details behind hiring a Division I head basketball coach, creating a winning culture, and navigating the relationship between head coach and AD. They also talk about Bamford's decision to hire Brian Gregory at Georgia Tech, the role changing academic standards have made in the recent success of Yale and Harvard, and why he brought John Calipari back into the UMass community.  Subscribe to the Great Point Podcast on iTunes. On Twitter... Adam Stanco: @NaismithLives Ryan Bamford: @UMassADBamford Great Point Podcast: @GreatPointPod BBALLBREAKDOWN: @bballbreakdown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Stanco talks to Don MacLean, the Pac-12's all-time leading scorer and current workout guru, about the upcoming NBA Draft. MacLean explains why Ben Simmons is the only choice at No. 1, Kris Dunn is worthy of being a top two pick, Jakob Poeltl has serious NBA potential, Ron Baker is a future pro, and Marquese Chriss is shooting up draft boards. He also reveals what makes Tyler Ulis so special. They also discuss the public disagreement between Don and Byron Scott over D'Angelo Russell and why the Lakers could have a star on their hands.  On Twitter... Adam Stanco: @NaismithLives Great Point Podcast: @GreatPointPod BBALLBREAKDOWN: @bballbreakdown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Stanco and former NBA player Matt Walsh discuss the top prospects in the NBA Draft. They talk about what should go into the Sixers' decision with the top overall pick, examine why Ben Simmons is such a special prospect, evaulate the strengths of Kentucky's Jamal Murray, and Matt reveals why a little known international player could become a star.  On Twitter... Adam Stanco: @NaismithLives Matt Walsh: @MattyVincent44 Great Point Podcast: @GreatPointPod BBALLBREAKDOWN: @bballbreakdown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to Coach Nick's preview of Game 7 of the NBA Finals between the Warriors and Cavaliers for all the marbles.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Stanco and former NBA player Matt Walsh dive deep into the NBA Finals. They discuss Game 6 in-depth, analyze LeBron's legacy (dating back to his high school years), explain why the Warriors' role players are so vital to their success, and go over what's at stake in Game 7 for both teams and their stars. On Twitter... Adam Stanco: @naismithlives Matt Walsh: @mattyvincent44 Great Point Podcast: @greatpointpod   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined by Sports Illustrated's Ben Golliver to discuss the topics of the day regarding the NBA Finals. Will Draymond keep his cool in Game 6? Will Kyrie repeat his scintillating Game 5 performance? And how will LeBron handle the pressure of a close out game at home? Ben has got his boots on the ground and has followed the Finals in person, so don't miss his insider's take. You In? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined by SI's Andrew Sharp to discuss what is going on with the Cavaliers through the first 2 games of the NBA Finals. Is Kyrie not as good as we thought? How can JR Smith get on track? Is this the beginning of The Decline for LeBron James? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fred Katz is the Thunder Beat Reporter for the Norman Transcript and discusses with Coach Nick the meaning of Game 6 and how it might affect the outcome for the Thunder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mercury News Sports Columnist Tim Kawakami covers the Warriors and lends his extensive knowledge of the team to explain how tongiht's epic Game 6 will go down against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do NOT miss TNT and NBA TV's Brent Barry as he joins Coach Nick to discuss the Thunder vs the Warrirors, the evolution of the 3 point shot, and whether the post up will ever become a viable offensive action.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a celebration!!! The Sixers won the draft lotto so Jon is on cloud nine. Matt and Jon talk about whether the lotto was rigged, who to pick at #1, and then, a HISTORIC Get @ Me Dog. Lots of shoutouts and no beefs because life is good when you're chilling with the #1 pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Becky Griffin, an Israeli columnist for Calcalist (think The Wall Street Journal in Israel) joins Coach Nick to discuss women journalists in sports, Steph Curry's place in culture and the NBA, and the murky waters of interacting with fans on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Indianapolis Star Beat Writer for the Indiana Pacers (Extraordinairre) Candace Buckner joins Coach Nick to discuss the intricate details behind Frank Vogel's tenure as head coach of the Pacers and why Larry Bird decided to let him go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan Toporek and Sarah Cilea kicked things off with a huge Spurs-Thunder Game 2 rant, and then discussed CLE-ATL, MIA-TOR, GSW-POR and what they thought about IND letting Frank Vogel go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes friend of the show Ryan Ruocco - NBA Play By Play announcer for the YES Network. He covers the Brooklyn Nets and the NBA for ESPN and we sat down to have an in depth conversation on the nature of covering the NBA in real time. We discuss a lot of the techniques involved, providing a fascinating glimpse behind the curtain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the return of the Instant Offense Podcast: Playoff style. I'm joined by ex-NBA big man with even bigger personality, Scot Pollard. Pollard spent 11 years battling with the best of the best in the NBA trenches, and I'm excited to talk Pacers, Kings, playing against (and with) Kevin Garnett, and he gives us an insider's view of the best big men he's battled. We also get his take on the current season and playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Bryan, Morten, and Sarah as they talk about the Portland Trail Blazers chances against the Golden State Warriors if Curry is out for an extended period. Also: what's next for the Clippers, as well as a big Spurs-Thunder breakdown. What will the Timberwolves look like with Tom Thibodeau in Minnesota and the Lakers under newly hired Luke Walton in Los Angeles.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes Jonathan Tjarks, the newest member of Bill Simmons latest venture The Ringer, to talk about the NCAA Tournament and the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Dickey (@Hoops_Nerd) joins Coach Nick to discuss their initial predictions before the tournament started (VERY), as well as give unique insight into the Sweet 16 matchups.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick is joined by Basketball Analyst Dan Dickey - who has some of the most robust statistical models to predict player performance and team performance. We discuss teams that should have gotten in the field, some prime upset candidates, and under the radar players who you should definitely tune in to see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony Slater is the Thunder Beat Writer for the Oklahoman and NewsOK.com. Find out what Kevin Durant's options are this summer in Free Agency, how Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant get along, and whether head coach Billy Donovan has enough control over the team to get them over the top and win a title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sekou Smith, senior analyst at NBA.com and NBA TV, joins Coach Nick to discuss the what is going on with Russell Westbrook, Kevin Durant, and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Is it a failure of coaching? Can they improve their decision making? Will they ever get it together to take on the toughest teams in the West? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't miss this entertaining romp through the NBA Trade deadline (Detroit! Orlando!) as well as an informative and intelligent discussion of pop music and its place in our culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stu Jackson, former Wisconsin, Knicks, and Grizzlies head coach, as well as the former Executive Vice President of the NBA and current Senior Associate Commissioner of the Big East and NBA TV Analyst, comes on the show to discuss his experiences with the game. Did he think Michael Finley would become such a great NBA player while playing at Wisconsin? Did the rules he instituted create the style of play we see today? How difficult was it to handle the Malice in the Palace and Suns vs Spurs fights? Rare insight into some seminal moments in the history of the NBA, so don't miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Futernick joins the pod to break down a fantastic all star weekend. Topics range from the dunk contest to Devin Booker's good looks to Matt's dinner and Dave's girlfriend's love of Derek Fisher.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The  latest edition to our podcast network, the Super Hoopers are Matt Hill and Jon Hill, two brothers from another mother who give their hilarious and insightful takes on the NBA.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and his Buddy Brian create new positions since they both feel that traditional names like Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Small Forward, Power Forward, and Center are completely outdated. Find out what they came up with, as well as their interpretation of LeBron's coachability and where Luke Walton will end  up as head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes on the show LeBron-Before-LeBron: Schea Cotton. Cotton was the first high school phenom to get nationwide notoriety in the pre-internet days. Hear how his journey took him through trying times, overcoming the intense pressure of the basketball world on his shoulders, to get where he is today.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My Buddy Brian comes on to pitch interesting trades, talk about salary caps, and what the Clippers did to trade Josh Smith and why he even bothered coming to LA in the first place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick's Buddy Brian joins him this to discuss the landscape of free agents in the NBA, particularly what Kevin Durant is facing this off season. This is an entertaining and rollicking good time that also brings the straight info you need on the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick sat down with Englishman Dan Abrahams, a Sports Psychologist who has just written a new book "Soccer Tough 2" , to dive deep into the proper mindset to perform  your best. They dig deep into the skills needed to play in the moment as well as organize the thought process so as not to be overwhelmed by the pressure of the match.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Reeve Jr breaks down all things hoops with guest Portland Trail Blazers expert Oliver Maroney of About.com., Daily Fantasy Café and the KO Sports Show. Topics: Just how good historically Steph Curry has been and the chances the Golden State Warriors will be 28-0 on their Christmas day matchup against LeBron James and the Cleveland CavaliersHow Kristaps Porzingis is on an historical pace but might even one up some Hall of Famers What makes Porzingis special and why Will felt comfortable calling him special just a few games into the yearAre the Boston Celtics overrated? Why and why not?Will the Oklahoma City Thunder finally get over the hump or is their yet again a firm ceiling on this team? Kevin Durant's overshadowed shooting pace this seasonHow Durant to the Golden State Warriors is actually feasible without the Warriors having to give up hardly anythingHow the Chicago Bulls can maintain their surprising winning ways Pau Gasol and Rose gone after this yearWhat coach Fred Hoiberg needs to do for this team that he may not be in the position to doThe Portland Trail Blazers Damian Lillard underappreciated?How good is this Portland Trail Blazers backcourt?Can coach Terry Stotts be a championship caliber coach when this team gets all the pieces in place?Anthony Davis Did we crown him too early?The sneaky little things about Davis that are beginning to become red flagsLos Angeles Lakers Sources told Fox Sports that the Lakers are willing to move all of their young pieces. Is this wise? Why and why notAll Things NBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Lee Jenkins to discuss his experiences interviewing the luminaries of the NBA. They also go in depth on the process of writing articles and the research involved, as well as getting players to open up and be real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomes Jared Zwerling back on the podcast to discuss his new role with the NBA Players Association as Senior Multi Media Writerr.  From in depth articles on skills to videos detailing the player's work ethic and abilility, this new position created by Jared will illuminate more about the player's lives behind the scenes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While this was recorded hours before Kevin McHale was fired, Jenny has her finger on the pulse of the Houston Rockets. She breaks down what was so frustrating to Kevin McHale (defense, 1 on 1 meetings in his office) as well as why Ty Lawson and James Harden were having so much trouble fitting in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In one of the most insightful podcasts we've had on any team, Gerry V of WRNO Radio in New Orleans breaks down the issues the Pelicans are having under new coach Alvin Gentry. As they increase the pace and number of 3 point shots, can their defense keep up? Gerry spend 21 years as an NBA Analyst and 16 more as a college basketball coach and is someone you want to listen to for his opinion on the game. PLUS, stick around for the end to hear the most incredible Christopher Walken impersonation you'll ever hear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick had Sports Illustrated's NBA Writer Ben Golliver in the studio to go in depth on the Clippers issues surrounding DeAndre Jordan and Chris Paul, as well as the dynamic between Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant. We imagine what lineup would be best for the Memphis Grizzlies, and whether Ty Lawson fits in Houston.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NBA.com's National NBA reporter Steve Aschburner sits down with Coach Nick to discuss Fred Hoiberg's transition from college to the NBA. Steve also weighs in on super teams, his season predictions, and remember Flip Saunders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomed James Ham, formerly of CowbellKingdom.com and now an on air Kings Analyst for CSN Bay Area. We break down the pairing of Rajon Rondo and Darren Collison on the court, Willie Cauley Stein's seemingly obvliviousness to all things normal basketball players do to improve, and how Boogie Cousins uses rage to make his engine run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Months ago, AmeriLeague touted itself as a deluxe alternative to the NBA Development League. Now the proverbial poop has hit the fan. Chris Reichert of the D-League-centric UpsideMotor.com (@Chris_Reichert) joins me to untangle the web of misinformation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Dickau was an All American at Gonzaga, played in the NBA for 6 years, and is now a basketball analyst for the Pac 12 Network, as well as host of the Dickau and Slim Show on ESPN Radio. Coach Nick and Dan discuss the many coaches he had and their impact on him, including Bob Bender and Mark Few. Dan also dove into the point guard position, explaining how he was able to exist as a shooter and a guy who had to set his teammates up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick sat down with Jerry Zgoda to discuss the current state of coaching duties with Flip Saunders being ill, as well as the development of Karl Anthony-Towns and Andrew Wiggins. He also breaks down his thoughts on the development of the team as they compete in the brutal Western Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm joined by Red94.net's (of ESPN's TrueHoopNetwork)  Rahat Huq as we dive into the Rocket's off-season. We talk the impact of losing Josh Smith, the dominance of James Harden, the health of Dwight Howard, the fit of Ty Lawson, the importance of Clint Capela, the coaching of Kevin Mchale, and where he sees the Rox finishing this year. Can this team win it all? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick caught up with the managing editor of NBC's Pro Basketball Talk to discuss a wide range of basketball centric topics. The re-design of ProBasketballTalk.com's site has been a revelation, as well as key players in the international game that might threaten the U.S.'s dominance. Closer to home, we discuss the potential explosiveness of the New Orleans Pelicans - with an older and wiser Anthony Davis and new coach Alvin Gentry juicing their offense. We discussed the Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal era Lakers and what made them tick, as well as LeBron's performance in the Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen as Ethan Skolnick describes what it was like to be in the arena, on the road, and everywhere in between as the circus came to town with LeBron James and his decision to join the Miami Heat. With Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh, the Big Three took the league by storm, getting to 4 straight NBA Finals and 2 titles. Ethan give us a unique insight into the team dynamic, particularly how Coach Erik Spoelstra was able to deal with his personnel and shape it into a title winning team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick had the honor to sit down with 2015 Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee George Raveling to discuss an incredible coaching clinic he is hosting September 26-27, 2015 at Loyola Marymount University. He also discussed important concepts like leadership, communication, and fostering a culture. Coach Raveling also opened up about his experience with the 1984 U.S. Olympic team and what made Michael Jordan so special and why Charles Barkley did not make that team. This is a must listen to gain valuable perspective on the evolution of the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick sat down with Ben Bolch to go over all the acquisitions Doc Rivers made. Will Lance Stephenson excel? Can DeAndre Jordan handle a bigger role? WIll Paul Pierce hold back Father Time for one more season? Can Chris Paul overcome the demons of playoffs past, and will Blake Griffin find more time at the center spot. All this and more as Coach Nick dives deep into the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick sat down with Doug Eberhardt, the Canadian coach who spent multiple seasons embedded with the Mike D'Antoni's coaching staffs in New York. We talked about the 7 Seconds Or Less offense, how it was taught, and other insights into being an assistant at the NBA level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the second episode of The Instant Offense Podcast, James Holas spoke with New York legend and former NBA point guard Kenny Anderson about his playing days, defending Allen Iverson, today's "point guard heaven," and seeing his game in Brandon Jennings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick sat down with Miller Grove High School Head Coach Sharman White to discuss how he runs his program, which has led to 6 Georgia State Championships. Coach White is also part of the Team USA U16 coaching staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Ben Heisler discuss the latest in free agency as it exists on the first day players can negotiate with teams. Will LaMarcus Aldridge get to the Spurs? Will Kevin Love shift back to the Western Conference? And will DeAndre Jordan leave the Clippers? All that and LOTS more in The Starting Five. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick welcomed Nate Duncan of the Dunc'd On Basketball Podcast to the Live Post Game show after Game 6 of the NBA Finals, and broke down the Finals, The Clippers, Offensive Theories, and lots more. Check out Nate's podcast to fill your NBA void during the off season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLICK HERE TO BUY BRIAN'S INCREDIBLE BOOK: http://amzn.to/1Fha20t Coach Nick sat down with Brian McCormick, who's a PhD in Exercise and Sports Science, coached professionally in Europe, and at every level in the U.S. as well as being a college strength and conditioning coach. He shatters the myth of so many of our commonly run basketball drills, explaining why there is very little practical use for them. In his book Fake Fundamentals, he goes in much further detail - a MUST read. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Nick and Ben Heisler run down the top story lines from the 1st week of the NBA Playoffs. From the Raptors getting swept by the Wizards to how the Cavaliers will compete without 2 starters, Ben and Nick cover it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Coach Nick and Ben Heisler got together to discuss the biggest news in the NBA this week. 1. Has Cleveland Turned The Ship Around? 2. How Will the Eastern Conference Shape Up? 3. Will the OKC Thunder Make The Playoffs? 4. Should Paul George Come Back? 5. All Star Voting Nonsense Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Herring of the Wall Street Journal discusses the Triangle Offense, the Knicks roster, and how the Knicks can get back to winning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices