Oddball w/ Amin Elhassan & Izzy Gutierrez

In this episode of Oddball, Amin and Izzy debate whether or not Ja Morant's detonation on Victor Wembanyama should count-- culturally, not on the stat sheet. Also, Brooklyn losing by 59 points means we get to play Two Lies and One Net, and Amin and Izzy catch up on all the latest drama from Jimmy Butler's public feud with the Miami Heat. From impromptu flights to late paychecks to CBA negotiations, we've got this drama covered from all angles. Plus, Eastern Conference team tiers, and another edition of Hot Streak! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Oddball, Amin and Izzy break down Jamal Murray's electrifying 45-point game against the Mavericks and its impact on the Nuggets' championship hopes. With Nikola Jokic breaking records and Russell Westbrook silencing critics, Denver is emerging as a Western Conference powerhouse. They also explore how injuries to Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving could derail the Mavericks' playoff aspirations. Later, Kablaam the Basketball Genie grants basketball wishes, touching on LiAngelo Ball’s new deal, the Thunder's post-game antics, and Shedeur Sanders’ gift for his dad, Deion Sanders. Finally, Prop-a-Slot closes out the show with Amin and Izzy's bets on Lakers vs. Heat, Knicks vs. Sixers, and Grizzlies vs. Spurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s our first Trivia Tuesday of 2025! Amin Elhassan and Israel Gutierrez field trivia questions about Steph Curry’s historic shooting night with the Golden State Warriors to Tyrese Haliburton’s breakout January with the Indiana Pacers. Plus, they discuss Jaren Jackson Jr.’s impact on the Memphis Grizzlies, Victor Wembanyama’s incredible start to his NBA career, and the introduction of the NBA’s "Dunk Score."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is it too late to say Happy New Year from Oddball? In this episode, Amin and Izzy dive into the latest NBA headlines, starting with Jimmy Butler’s 7-game suspension and his potential departure from the Miami Heat. They also react to Pat Riley’s introspective comments about his legacy and discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP odds, which are currently leading the pack. Plus, a look at the Cleveland Cavaliers’ recent performances and the Kings’ turnaround after firing Mike Brown. Don’t miss the Hot Streak segment, featuring bold DraftKings picks for Grizzlies vs. Rockets, Spurs vs. Lakers, and Pistons vs. Knicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Amin and Tony in the final Oddball episode of the year as they break down the highly anticipated 2024 NBA Christmas Day matchups, including the Spurs vs. Knicks, Lakers vs. Warriors, and Nuggets vs. Suns. Dive into the drama surrounding Victor Wembanyama’s rookie season, Matt Ishbia’s bold fan-friendly $2 value menu, and DraftKings betting lines for every game. Plus, hear the latest on the Sixers’ injury woes, the Timberwolves’ resurgence, and the viral Charlotte Hornets PS5 debacle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Oddball, Amin Elhassan and special guest Tony Catalayud dive into the Milwaukee Bucks' commanding 97-81 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder to secure the NBA Cup. From Giannis Antetokounmpo’s MVP performance to the Bucks' lockdown defense, they analyze key moments, including Damian Lillard’s pivotal threes and OKC’s late-game struggles. The team also explores NBA Cup takeaways, Giannis and Dame’s chemistry, and whether Las Vegas is ready for an NBA franchise. Lastly, they tackle the latest trade rumors involving Zach LaVine and MPJ and finish today's episode off with Prop-A-Slot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we have a seriously unserious episode of Trivia Tuesday all about Nuggets Superstar and 3x MVP, Nikola Jokic. Mike Singer, author of “ Why So Serious? The Untold Story of NBA Champion Nikola Jokic,” joins the show to provide an intimate look into the making of an NBA Superstar. In the process, they discuss Joker's ON/OFF splits with the Nuggets, lifelong love of horses, and his time playing at the Kentucky of Serbia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Amin Elhassan and Al Gorithm on Oddball as they break down the latest NBA action, from the Emirates NBA Cup semifinals to the rise of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as an MVP frontrunner. The duo dives into NBA ratings discourse, analyzes Giannis Antetokounmpo's performance against the Hawks, and previews the Thunder vs. Bucks NBA Cup Final. Charlotte joins Amin for an interview featuring Craig Robinson, Executive Director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches to discuss Giannis.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Charlotte and Amin dive into the latest NBA drama as we unpack the Knicks’ NBA Cup loss to Trae Young and the Hawks, Steph Curry and the Warriors’ controversial defeat to the Rockets, and the teams that make up the NBA Cup semifinals: Milwaukee Bucks, Atlanta Hawks, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Houston Rockets. We also spotlight Jimmy Butler’s trade rumors, Caitlin Clark’s spicy takes, and Bronny James’ G-League road debut.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Charlotte and Amin recap the highlights from last night’s NBA Cup knockout games, starting with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s brilliant performance as the Oklahoma City Thunder eliminated the Dallas Mavericks. They discuss Luka Dončić's struggles, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s leadership in the Milwaukee Bucks’ win over the Orlando Magic, and the Magic’s resilience despite injuries to Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner. Also, Jimmy Butler trade rumors, including his preferred landing spots and the Golden State Warriors’ reported interest in pairing Steph Curry with either Jimmy Butler or LeBron James (...and Bronny). Charlotte and Amin wrap up the show with another round of Prop-a-Slot, featuring bets for tonight's NBA Cup games between the Knicks and Hawks, and the Warriors and Rockets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices