Dunc'd On Basketball NBA Podcast

John Hollinger joins Danny Leroux and Nate Duncan to break down our rankings of the top players in the NBA. Jokic or Shai at number 1? Who takes the 3rd spot? Where do old lions Steph, KD, and LeBron fall, and how do they compare with the young superstar bigs? How about the bevy of star guards? Plus, we discuss the biggest risers and fallers, the hardest to rank, and the players we think could make us look stupid for having them so low. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Use code PRESEASON25 for 35% off an annual subscription!Subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The last and deepest position is in the books. After obvious #1 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, where do the rest of the big stars like Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton, and Stephen Curry land? How did we process down years for Ja Morant, Trae Young, Jamal Murray, and De’Aaron Fox?  And who are some of the controversial risers that we believe could outgrow their roles over the next year?Full Daily Duncs with linksTaylor Jenkins-Larry BrownTaylor Jenkins games remainingTaylor Jenkins recordTaylor Jenkins winsJa MorantPistons-TimberwolvesMinnesota TimberwolvesKevin DurantTankingZion Williamson, CJ McCollumNikola JokicFull Daily Duncs with links Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Use code PRESEASON25 for 35% off an annual subscription!Subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coaching shakeups create waves as the Grizzlies part ways with Taylor Jenkins, leaving fans and analysts questioning the timing. The Lakers expose Memphis' weaknesses, while the Thunder keep pushing forward despite missing key players. Kawhi Leonard's return sparks hope for the Clippers, and the Suns grapple with playoff implications after a star player's injury. Plus, Zion Williamson impresses with a career-best stretch. Intriguing insights abound on team dynamics and individual performances!

DET: How do they match up with the Knicks? Should they look to acquire a star in the offseason?IND (10:28): Are they the sleeper of the East?MIA (19:40): Should they still be trying to convey their pick to OKC this year?MIL (28:22): Why is the Milwaukee offense only 11th?NYK (37:29): What’s our current verdict on the Bridges and Towns trades?ORL (46:02): Why has Paolo been better? And how good is Franz?PHI (58:00): What would our plan be for the Sixers from here?TOR (1:06:20): Is RJ Barrett in Toronto’s long-term plans?WAS (1:12:50): Our evaluations of Alex Sarr and Kyshawn George Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Use code PRESEASON25 for 35% off an annual subscription!Subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dive into the thrilling dynamics of the Eastern Conference! Discover if rookie Risacher deserves a Rookie of the Year nod and unpack the future for Trae Young. Explore the Celtics' financial strategies amidst their competitive aspirations. The Nets face tough questions about player retention and future success. Plus, ponder LaMelo Ball's trade value and Chicago's Josh Giddey's emerging talent. It's a rollercoaster of insights on playoff prospects, team strategies, and what lies ahead in the NBA!

Jeremias Engelmann, a former front office member of the Dallas Mavericks and Phoenix Suns, now writes for Royce Webb's Substack, providing data-driven NBA insights. In this discussion, he dives into controversies surrounding player metrics and evaluates the underrated defensive skills of Alex Caruso. Engelmann also discusses the implications of injuries on player performance, the complexities of trade strategies, and identifies players who fall into his 'Quagmire' category for team acquisitions. His analytical take adds depth to understanding player evaluations in the league.

Dan Feldman goes through an overstuffed Western Conference mailbag with Nate:DEN: Which teams should they fear in the playoffs? What is their best defensive option? HOU: What’s the best matchup for the Rockets in the West? What do they do with FVV this offseason? 10:14LAC: Can they get into the top-6? Would Shai have been this good with the Clips?LAL: Who are the Lakers’ best and worst playoff matchups? Is there a precedent for Austin Reaves’ development? 27:05MEM: How do THEY match up in the playoffs? Are they better without Ja? 35:48MIN: Is this version of the Wolves a better playoff team than last year’s? 45:36OKC: Is Shai having the best regular season by a big guard this century? What should their closing lineup be in the playoffs? 51:48NOP: Is this the best version of Zion? 1:05:33POR: How do we feel about their foundation? 1:15:06 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Use code PRESEASON25 for 35% off an annual subscription!Subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

GSW: Is Golden State for real?SAC: Did the Kings just face the hottest 3-point shooting ever? 14:39SAS: Should the Spurs renegotiate De’Aaron Fox’s contract? What star would be worth going all-in for in trade? 23:17UTA: The Jazz are still sitting players–is that illegal? Is Walker Kessler a high-level starter? 42:39DAL: How could they get out of this mess? 48:58PHX: Why are the Suns so much worse than expected? And how would we rank their outgoing picks? 1:00:46 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Use code PRESEASON25 for 35% off an annual subscription!Subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tim MacMahon of ESPN has chronicled the entire career of Luka Doncic–including this most recent crazy turn.  His new book, The Wonder Boy, follows Luka and the Mavs from the time he was drafted through the stunning trade to the Lakers. MacMahon joins to share his unique insight on the challenges the Mavs faced as stewards of the young superstar’s career, and dishes a lot of great inside information as well.The Wonder Boy is due to be released on March 18, and is already the #1 New Release in the Basketball category on Amazon. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Use code PRESEASON25 for 35% off an annual subscription!Subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Danny joins to discuss the small forward position. Is it Luka or Tatum at #1? Where do the old lions LeBron James, Jimmy Butler, and Kevin Durant fall? Who is the best of the young risers like Cade Cunningham, Franz Wagner, and Jalen Williams? Which three-and-D skillsets do we believe in?  Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well!Use code PRESEASON25 for 35% off an annual subscription!Subscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.