Slam n' Jam Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers give a break down of the biggest stories in the NBA from week 1, give their favorite things including quotes, plays, players and more. Then Es Baraheni of the NBA Daily joins to discuss his big picture thoughts on the first week of the NBA. Finally, Alex Speers hosts "Andrew vs. the Beat" as Andrew faces off against Es in a very challenging (and possibly controversial) NBA trivia game. Host: Andrew Schlecht With: Alex Speers and Es...

On today’s episode of the NBA Daily, Dave DuFour and Zena Keita bring in Andrew Schlecht to discuss the Thunder’s big win against the Nuggets, Chet’s dominance, and who the Nuggets can count on off the bench. In the next block, Dave and Zena bounce around the league discussing a close win by the Wolves, Luka’s insane pass, and the young Wizards. Finally, our wonderful NBA Daily hosts give us who has had the best and worst first impressions from week 1 of the NBA. Check us out on YouTube:...

On today’s episode of the NBA Daily, Dave DuFour, and Es Baraheni break down the Suns/Clippers overtime thriller, and discuss the news of the night including Dejounte Murray’s broken hand, and big returns for night one. Then, to finish the show, Dave and Es do a stock watch overreaction for the first big night of NBA basketball. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the NBA Daily, Dave DuFour, and Zena Keita discuss opening night in the NBA including, LeBron James and his son Bronny taking the court, the clunky new-look Timberwolves, and how the Knicks struggled against the Celtics. In the next block Jay King, Celtics beat writer at the Athletic, joins us from TD Garden to discuss the Celtics big win and historic shooting night against the Knicks. Finally, Dave and Zena discuss the players they are most looking forward to watching...

On today's episode of the NBA Daily, Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni break down the contract extensions from October 21st, and if each contract was too high, too low or just right. In the second block, Jon Krawczynski of the Athletic joins to break down the Minnesota Timberwolves, the KAT trade, Edwards potential leap, and what the expectations are for them this season. Finally, Dave and Es preview opening night by discussing what they will be watching for in the Lakers/Wolves and the...

Welcome to the NBA Daily! In today's first episode we introduce our hosts, Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni and they give you some bold predictions heading into the NBA season. After a break, Sam Amick joins the show to discuss which players may be getting contract extensions, Fox' situation in Sacremento, Giannis possibly moving on from Milwaukee, and much more. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NujoCXSV5J8 Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita, Es Baraheni and Sam...

Saturday Slam n' Jam Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers introduce the new NBA Daily podcast, draft who they think will be first time All Stars this season, and bring in Fred Katz to help preview the NBA Season. To end the show Alex hosts another edition of Andrew vs. the Beat, where Andrew and Fred go head to head in a fun trivia competition. Host: Andrew Schlecht With: Alex Speers and Fred Katz Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for the NBA season with the all-new Athletic NBA Daily podcast! Catch up on the biggest games, stories, and news from around the league in just 20 minutes! Hosted by Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Esfandiar Baraheni, with frequent appearances from The Athletic's award-winning NBA reporters, NBA Daily will break down the biggest highlights from a jam-packed week of dunks, blocks, and buzzer beaters. And, to get your weekend hoops fix, Andrew Schlect and Alex Speers will host the...

Zena Keita and Dave DuFour preview the Western Conference! Can Dallas make another Finals run? Is it revenge season for Nikola Jokić? Which rookie will make the biggest impact? -Follow Dave on X/Twitter: @davedufournba -Follow Zena on X/Twitter: @itszenakeita Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Esfandiar Baraheni and Dave DuFour preview the Eastern Conference! Who is the MVP? Who is going to disappoint? Who is going to break out? -Follow Dave on X/Twitter: @davedufournba -Follow Es on X/Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni Host: Dave DuFour With: Esfandiar Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour reflect on the career of Danny Green, react to the NBA GM Survey, and discuss their preseason observations.  -Follow Dave on X/Twitter: @davedufournba -Follow Mo on X/Twitter: @modakhil_nba Host: Dave DuFour With: Mo Dakhil Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared Weiss and Mo Dakhil discuss storylines from around NBA preseason including the Lakers new look offense, the Pelicans have a point guard, and much more. Host: Dave DuFour With: Mo Dakhil Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour react to the Celtics and Nuggets preseason opener and discuss some of the interesting things said on NBA Media Day -Follow Dave on X/Twitter: @davedufournba -Follow Mo on X/Twitter: @modakhil_nba Host: Dave DuFour With: Mo Dakhil Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Schlecht, Jon Krawczynski, and James Edwards III discuss the Karl Anthony Town trade to the Knicks, if either the Knicks or Wolves are better, and how it impacts each team today and moving forward. Host: Andrew Schlecht With: Jon Krawczynski, James Edwards III Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour react to the Kawhi Leonard injury news and discuss what it means for the Clippers. Then, the guys look ahead to the questions they’d like answered on NBA media day. -Follow Dave on X/Twitter: @davedufournba -Follow Mo on X/Twitter: @modakhil_nba Host: Dave DuFour With: Mo Dakhil Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour react to the Mitchell Robinson injury news and discuss what it means for the Knicks. Then, the guys try to predict the top 5 offenses for the 2024-25 season. Will we have another historic offensive season? Will the league catch up to Indiana? Who is going to shock the league this year?  -Follow Dave on X/Twitter: @davedufournba -Follow Mo on X/Twitter: @modakhil_nba Host: Dave DuFour With: Mo Dakhil Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn...

Slam and Jam Alex Speers returns to Slam and Jam with Andrew Schlecht to discuss Joel Embiid's extension, Surprise Teams, and Will Guillory joins the show to discuss the New Orleans Pelicans. We discuss the status of Brandon Ingram, an extension with Trey Murphy, small ball and much more. They end the podcast with a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat. Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers With: Will Guillory Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Mike Zakarian, host of the NBA Bit, joins Dave DuFour to discuss and draft their most impactful players who changed teams during the offseason. Hosts: Dave DuFour With: Mike Zakarian Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Schlecht and Law Murray discuss the AJ Griffin news, play a game of "Who do you want long term?" Paulo or Chet? Scoot Henderson or Jalen Suggs? Jaden Ivey or Jalen Green? Jonathan Kuminga or Josh Giddey? Brandon Miller or Franz Wagner? Then Law answers questions about the Clippers including: What are your overall thoughts on the Clippers summer? How concerned should Clippers fans be about Kawhi’s health and what happened this summer with team USA? What are the expectations...

Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour take a look at a few interesting over/under win totals for the 2024-25 regular season. Did Sacramento keep pace in the west? Is Paul George worth 11 wins?  -Follow Dave on X/Twitter: @davedufournba -Follow Mo on X/Twitter: @modakhil_nba Host: Dave DuFour With: Mo Dakhil Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour put some teams head-to-head to see who they believe in more! Will the Bucks have a better season than the Nuggets? Can the Nets out-tank the Wizards? Hosts: Dave DuFour With: Mo Dakhil Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mojo, from 'The Deep 3' podcast, joins Dave DuFour to figure out who won the Summer and which moves we've been overrating. Host: Dave DuFour With: Mojo Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks to the overwhelming response to our mailbag, Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour are back with more listener questions. Add your questions here! Host: Dave DuFour With: Mo Dakhil Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Esfandiar Baraheni and Dave DuFour discuss Canadian basketball, whether we're all overlooking Giannis and the Bucks, and wonder about the Nuggets title window. Host: Dave DuFour With: Esfandiar Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mo Dakhil and Dave DuFour answer listener questions. Who are our surprise teams for 2024-25? Are the post-LeBron Lakers doomed? Could the NBA expand to Europe?! Host: Dave DuFour With: Mo Dakhil Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Producer: Dave DuFour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices