
Fred Katz
Staff writer at The Athletic covering the NBA. He joined Andrew Schlecht to discuss Eastern Conference rankings.
Top 5 podcasts with Fred Katz
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Dec 8, 2023 • 1h 45min
Mo Dakhil on the In-Season Tournament Final, and Fred Katz on Early Awards Talk
Bleacher Report's Mo Dakhil analyzes the Lakers vs. Pacers matchup for the In-Season Tournament Final. Fred Katz from The Athletic joins to discuss the Knicks and early awards predictions including MVP, Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, Most Improved Player, and Defensive Player of the Year.

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Jul 5, 2025 • 1h 38min
The WAY TOO EARLY East Rankings
Fred Katz, NBA staff writer at The Athletic, joins Andrew Schlecht to discuss early rankings for the Eastern Conference. They tackle off-season moves and potential team strategies, highlighting the Washington Wizards’ tanking plans and the Chicago Bulls’ dynamic gameplay. The duo also humorously predicts player performances, evaluates emerging talents like Kolo Ware, and reflects on the implications of the recent NBA draft. With anecdotes and lighthearted banter, they create an engaging discussion around team dynamics and the unpredictable nature of the season ahead.

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Jun 4, 2025 • 29min
Knicks fire Tom Thibodeau
James Edwards, an NBA reporter for The Athletic, discusses the shocking firing of Tom Thibodeau as head coach of the Knicks, exploring its implications for the team's future and potential coaching replacements. Fred Katz, well-versed in Knicks and Thunder affairs, analyzes the intriguing matchup between the Pacers’ offense and the Thunder’s chaotic defense, revealing key strategies that lead to unexpected upsets. Together, they shed light on the fast-paced dynamics of the NBA and the ongoing evolution within teams.

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Apr 29, 2024 • 1h 47min
ANT's Brilliance, Fake Durant Trades, Clips-Mavs, and a Knicks-Sixers Deep Dive
Fred Katz from The Athletic joins to dive deep into Knicks-Sixers matchup, discussing Game 5 adjustments, Brunson's stellar performance, injury updates, Bucks' dominance, and Knicks' future plans. Also covered: reflecting on Durant trade impact, Clippers-Mavericks showdown, and the pressure on Cavs and Magic in the playoffs.

May 15, 2025 • 30min
Wolves advance to Conference Finals + Can the Celtics come back?
Fred Katz, an NBA writer for The Athletic, joins to dissect the Celtics' recent win against the Knicks and their chances of overcoming a 3-1 series deficit. Katz highlights the Knicks' lineup issues and critiques their defensive performance. He also emphasizes Jalen Brown’s pivotal role in the Celtics' resilience. The conversation shifts to the impressive playoff performances of Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle, shedding light on their development and contributions to their teams. Tune in for passionate basketball insights!