Ohm Youngmisuk and Tim MacMahon join Zach to discuss James Harden's debut with the Clippers, the impact of Plumlee's injury, the fit between Harden and Kawhi, Timberwolves' strong defense, the state of the Lakers, Zion's burst, Heat Culture, Warriors' performance, and the Mavs 6-1 start.

Steve Jones, Jr. and Zach discuss Wembanyama's breakout game, the impact of the James Harden trade in Philly and LA, and their rapid-fire thoughts on the NBA landscape.

Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks discuss the many layers of the Clippers trade for James Harden, analyzing the terms of the trade, the implications for the teams involved, and the chances of the Sixers in the East.

Podcast guest Nekias Duncan shares early observations of the NBA season, including Dame's impressive debut in Milwaukee, the Sixers' offense without Harden, Lakers' offensive struggles, unstoppable Jokic, and rapid fire observations.

Giannis Antetokounmpo signs extension with Milwaukee Bucks. Kevin Pelton predicts NBA award winners, Finals matchup, and 2024 NBA champion. Quick-hitters on contract extensions and James Harden/Clippers latest. Also discusses Rookie of the Year, Most Valuable Player, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, Most Improved Player, 6th Man of the Year, and Finals predictions.

Old friends Shea Serrano and Jason Concepcion join Zach to discuss their new podcast Six Trophies and make predictions for the NBA season. Bobby Marks provides rapid-fire predictions on contract extensions for the 2020 draft class. Kevin Clark previews the Orlando Magic and the East play-in race.

Ian and Noah Eagle, the father-and-son broadcast duo, talk about sharing Nets play-by-play duties, Noah's decision to pursue a broadcasting career, and their favorite broadcasters. They also discuss parallel parking advice from Mike Fratello, the difference between radio and television broadcasting, and share Kevin Garnett stories. Eric Nehm joins to discuss the Milwaukee Bucks, including Dame and Giannis playing together, the 5th starter, and defensive changes under Adrian Griffin.

Tim Bontemps and Chris Fedor join the podcast to discuss topics such as the Heat and Sixers' inability to make trades, James Harden's stand-off, the Clippers' role, Tyler Herro's strengths and weaknesses, the Sixers' options with James Harden, the Cavs' recovery after last year's defeat, the pressure on JB Bickerstaff, Cleveland's change in tempo, and the team's plans against top wings.

ESPN analyst Kevin Pelton joins Zach to break down the Wimbanyama-Holmgren duel, discuss NBA win total predictions, James Harden's potential fit with the Clippers, Jrue Holiday coming off the bench, and more.

Chiney Ogwumike and Matt Barnes join the podcast to discuss a potential Celtics-Bucks matchup, Jrue Holiday and Dame trades, James Harden situation, Rockets outlook, WNBA Finals preview, and the entertaining analysis of Chiney's performance on 'Is It Cake?' Matt Barnes also previews the Sacramento Kings and talks about their playoff loss, the importance of proving last year was not a fluke, defensive struggles, and the potential of versatile players in the lineup.