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Start your day with The Athletic NBA Daily – a fast, entertaining recap of the most important games and stories from the world of professional basketball with new episodes dropping Monday through Friday. Hosted by Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Esfandiar Baraheni with regular appearances by The Athletic’s award-winning NBA reporters. Andrew Schlecht and Alex Spears cap the week with the full-length Saturday Slam n’ Jam episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Sep 27, 2023 • 20min
Damian Lillard traded to Milwaukee
The Athletic's Milwaukee Bucks beat writer, Eric Nehm, joins Dave DuFour to breakdown Damian Lillard's move to the Milwaukee Bucks from the Portland Trail Blazers in a three-team trade involving the Phoenix Suns, his fit with Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the loss of Jrue Holiday's defense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 27, 2023 • 26min
Lillard to Toronto?
Eric Koreen and Dave DuFour discuss the Toronto Raptors' interest in Damian Lillard, why it may be a bad idea, and trade scenarios. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 26, 2023 • 25min
Interview with Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy
Golden State Warriors General Manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. joins Sam Amick and Anthony Slater to discuss the Chris Paul trade, golf, and continuing to compete for championships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 25, 2023 • 25min
Harden to Clippers? | PPP effect on LAC
Law Murray and Dave DuFour discuss the latest on a potential James Harden acquisition for the Los Angeles Clippers, Harden's fit with Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, and the effects of the Player Performance Policy on the Clippers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 22, 2023 • 36min
The Damian Lillard Saga Continues
Mo Dakhil, Seth Partnow, and Dave DuFour discuss Damian Lillard's most recent comments, the Blazers' timeline of failures, and Lillard's fit and value around the league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 21, 2023 • 18min
Rest & Injury Management with Jeff Stotts
Jeff Stotts from InStreetClothes.com joins Dave DuFour to discuss the NBA's new player rest policy, potential loopholes, and whether injuries are more likely. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 20, 2023 • 40min
Winning Time with Jeanie Buss
Jeanie Buss, Co-Owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, joins David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson to discuss the ways ownership has changed in the NBA, HBO's Winning Time, the 2023 trade deadline, and dealing with stars (players and celebrities). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 19, 2023 • 16min
Zion Trade and the Pelican's Curse
Jared Weiss is joined by Will Guillory to discuss the Zion Williamson trade idea from before the All Star Break and if that is still a possibility for the Pelicans. Then they discuss the injury to Trey Murphy III and when he might return. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 18, 2023 • 26min
82 Game League | Bucks on the Hot Seat
Jay King, Travonne Edwards, and Dave DuFour discuss the NBA's new player resting policy, Giannis Antetokounmpo's recent comments pressuring the Bucks, and the Suns tv antenna giveaway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 15, 2023 • 27min
Media/Player Relations + Punching Mascots
Jared Weiss and Sam Amick discuss 2 of Sam's stories from the past season including his story on Giannis responding to our own Eric Nehm after a playoff loss, and Conor McGregor punching the Heat mascot and how that story came together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
