

No Dunks
The Athletic
No Dunks is a daily NBA podcast hosted by Skeets, Tas, Trey, and JD — the original basketball podcasters. Join 'em as they break down the league's biggest games and headlines, answer listeners' questions, interview guests, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 13, 2024 • 37min
Summer League Standouts, Jalen Brunson's Friendship Discount & Wild NBA Jerseys
On Sat.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss the top two picks Zaccharie Risacher and Alex Sarr battling it out, other Summer League standouts like Reed Sheppard and Matas Buzelis, and takeaways from Bronny James Jr. first few games. That, plus the Knicks' Jalen Brunson taking a huge discount with his extension, the NBA finalizing a $76 billion deal that will make NBC and Amazon Prime Video new partners, the NBA Cup group draws, Kyle Lowry staying with the 76ers, and the wildest NBA jerseys here in Vegas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 13, 2024 • 1h 1min
No Dunks Live! | 2024 Vegas Summer League with Matty O!
On today's special ep. of No Dunks — recorded live from Level Up at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas — the guys discuss NBA Summer League, Jalen Brunson agreeing to a four-year, $156.5 million contract extension with the Knicks, and Team USA defeating Canada in exhibition play. That, plus ITG's Matty O makes his triumphant return to the pod to share unpopular opinions, debate Vegas-related topics in the Up/Down Report, hit the beach, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 10, 2024 • 1h 6min
Beach Steppin' | Cooper Flagg Is The Real Deal, Famous Duos & 'Malice At The Palace' LEGO?
On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Cooper Flagg stealing the show at USA Basketball's scrimmage, breaking news that Kawhi is withdrawing from Team USA, Paul George saying he felt disrespected by the Clippers' lowball offer, and some fake Lauri Markkanen and Brandon Ingram trades. That, plus they hit the beach to answer questions about famous duos, NBA LEGO sets, who's on the All-Same Initials Team, thoughts on Nickelback, and more.--👕 Fix up, look sharp in No Dunks merch: https://breakingt.com/collections/no-dunks📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nodunksinc❄️ Cold open: @andrewrousso: https://www.instagram.com/p/C85Ff_UPmyq/--This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Stop comparing and start focusing, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/NoDunks for 10% off your first month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 8, 2024 • 1h 2min
Knicks Offseason Review, Best Remaining Free Agents & Team USA's Roster with Fred Katz
On Mon.'s No Dunks, we talk about the Knicks' offseason with The Athletic's Fred Katz. Why did New York give up so much for Mikal Bridges? How long will Julius Randle stay with the team? Where does New York rank in the Eastern Conference? Plus top remaining free agents, four more nations qualifying for the Olympic basketball tournament, who will start for Team USA and Tenacious D meeting Jrue Holiday.--👑 Emergency pod: Kings land DeMar DeRozan in sign-and-trade: https://bit.ly/4eQnkuN👕 Fix up, look sharp in No Dunks merch: https://breakingt.com/collections/no-dunks📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nodunksinc❄️ Cold open: @jackgradymagic: https://www.instagram.com/p/C7PoSrzuWQM/--This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Stop comparing and start focusing, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/NoDunks for 10% off your first month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 7, 2024 • 40min
Emergency Pod | Kings Land DeMar DeRozan In Sign-And-Trade
On Sun.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss DeMar DeRozan joining the Kings in a sign-and-trade, the Spurs landing another vet and future pick swap, and the Bulls picking a direction. That, plus LeBron takes a nearly $3 million discount to keep the Lakers under the dreaded second apron, the Warriors getting Buddy Hield to replace Klay, Olympic Qualifying Tournament finals, and more.--👕 Fix up, look sharp in No Dunks merch: https://breakingt.com/collections/no-dunks📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nodunksinc--Customize your summer style with Indochino. Go to Indochino.com and use code NODUNKS to get 10% off any purchase of $399 or more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 3, 2024 • 59min
LeBron Signs With Lakers + NBA Free Agency Winners & Losers with Zach Harper
On Wed.'s No Dunks, The Athletic's Zach Harper joins the show to discuss LeBron returning to the Lakers on a 2-year, $104M max contract, the Warriors scrambling to build their roster after losing Klay Thompson to the Mavericks, and other NBA free agency winners, losers, and underrated signings. That, plus Donovan Mitchell's extension with the Cavs, whether the Kings would trade Keegan Murray for Lauri Markkanen, Kemba Walker's retirement, and more.--💸 Free Agency Frenzy: Klay Thompson to Mavericks, Tatum's new deal: https://bit.ly/3XKs3Ig💰 Paul George signs max with Sixers, Spurs land Chris Paul & more: https://bit.ly/4cJmRIV👀 Watch Sunday night's live 2024 NBA Free Agency Special: https://bit.ly/3W2DpG9👕 Fix up, look sharp in No Dunks merch: https://breakingt.com/collections/no-dunks📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nodunksinc--Customize your summer style with Indochino. Go to Indochino.com and use code NODUNKS to get 10% off any purchase of $399 or more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 2, 2024 • 50min
Free Agency Frenzy | Klay Thompson To Mavs, Tatum's New Deal, Celtics For Sale
The free agency frenzy is real! On Mon.'s LATE NIGHT ep. of No Dunks, the guys discuss Klay Thompson joining the Mavericks in sign-and-trade, what's next for the scrambling Warriors and Lakers, Jayson Tatum finalizing a five-year, $314 million super max contract extension, and the Celtics majority ownership group intending to sell stake in the team. That, plus smaller signings from today, the Magic keeping Gary Harris and Goga Bitadze, agents getting love, and more.--💰 Paul George signs max with Sixers, Spurs land Chris Paul & more: https://bit.ly/4cJmRIV👀 Watch last night's LIVE 2024 NBA Free Agency Special: https://bit.ly/3W2DpG9🔄 Pelicans acquire Dejounte Murray in trade with Hawks: https://bit.ly/3zlV82x👕 Fix up, look sharp in No Dunks merch: https://breakingt.com/collections/no-dunks📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nodunksinc--Customize your summer style with Indochino. Go to Indochino.com and use code NODUNKS to get 10% off any purchase of $399 or more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 4min
Free Agency Watch | Paul George Signs Max With Sixers, Spurs Land Chris Paul, Waiting For Klay
On Mon.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys react to the latest NBA free agency news and rumors. Topics include: the 6ers signing Paul George to a max contract, the Clippers replacing him on the wing with Derrick Jones Jr., the Mavs pivoting to Naji Marshall, the Thunder handing Isaiah Hartenstein the bag, Chris Paul teaming up with Wembanyama in San Antonio, the Magic wisely grabbing Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and other notable signings and slop. Happy Canada Day!--👀 Watch last night's LIVE 2024 NBA Free Agency Special: https://bit.ly/3W2DpG9🔄 Pelicans acquire Dejounte Murray in trade with Hawks: https://bit.ly/3zlV82x👕 Fix up, look sharp in No Dunks merch: https://breakingt.com/collections/no-dunks📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nodunksinc--Customize your summer style with Indochino. Go to Indochino.com and use code NODUNKS to get 10% off any purchase of $399 or more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 30, 2024 • 1h 20min
2024 NBA Free Agency Special | Live Reactions To EVERY Signing, Trade, Rumor & Slop
On Sun.'s ep. of No Dunks, the guys go LIVE for the official start of NBA free agency. They discuss the Paul George sweepstakes (Sixers? Magic? Clippers?), the Warriors preparing to lose Klay Thompson, whether LeBron will actually take a pay cut to improve the Lakers roster, James Harden staying with the Clippers, and underrated free agents to watch. That, plus thoughts on the Pelicans-Hawks Dejounte Murray trade, the Pistons picking J.B. Bickerstaff, the Warriors not allowing Andrew Wiggins to play for Team Canada at the Olympics, and more.--🔄 Pelicans acquire Dejounte Murray in trade with Hawks: https://bit.ly/3zlV82x👕 Fix up, look sharp in No Dunks merch: nodunks.com📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nodunksinc--Customize your summer style with Indochino. Go to Indochino.com and use code NODUNKS to get 10% off any purchase of $399 or more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 2024 • 28min
Emergency Podcast | Dejounte Murray Traded To Pelicans!
No Dunks emergency podcast to discuss the New Orleans Pelicans acquiring Dejounte Murray from the Atlanta Hawks for Dyson Daniels, Larry Nance Jr. and a couple of first-round picks. Did the Hawks get enough back in return? Is Atlanta trying to win or rebuild? How much does Murray improve the Pelicans? Is Trae Young or Brandon Ingram the next to be traded?--👕 Fix up, look sharp in No Dunks merch: nodunks.com📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouTube: YouTube.com/nodunksinc--•This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Get it off your chest! Visit BetterHelp.com/NoDunks for 10% off your first month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.