Dunc'd On Basketball Nba Podcast

We hit on 18 of the 20 teams that didn’t play on Christmas, recapping a packed weekend of action. In order: ATL/MEM (0:00), DET/CLE (11:58), CHA/OKC (26:39), CHI/IND (35:56), ORL/WAS (46:18), HOU/POR (52:20), MIN/UTA (59:48), SAS/TOR (1:08:38), SAC/PHX (1:16:28). Also, we preview the matchup we’ll be calling LIVE on NBA League Pass on Monday at 7:30 ET/4:30 PT, Detroit @ Atlanta (22:29). Just click on the game on NBA.com, click on watch, and select the influencer stream from the announcers. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions. With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).

NBA League Pass has a free preview the first week of the season, including Nate and Danny calling WAS @ PHI live on December 23. We get you ready for the game, including the key matchups with Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons going against the revamped Wizards with Russell Westbrook and Bradley Beal.

We go in alphabetical order and assess whether each team in the West will over- or underperform their Vegas expectations. There are quite a few disagreements this year, 5 alone in the Western Conference. Plus discussion of the Kuzma and Gobert extensions in concert with their teams’ sections. Also, we’re doing a FREE NBA League Pass game on Wednesday at 7ET/4PT, Washington vs. Philadelphia, just click on the game on NBA.com, click on watch, and select influencer stream from the announcers. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions. With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).

Anthony V. Slater of The Athletic on the Warriors season. We haven’t seen James Wiseman in preseason, what are the Warriors saying about him behind the scenes? What do we expect from Steph Curry this year? How about the new wing additions? Who closes games for this group? And of course our predictions for where the Warriors fit in the West. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions.

Derek Bodner of The Athletic on the 76ers upcoming season. Now that the team is focused on Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid, can they carry this group into contention? How does the new rotation fit around those players, and what are the key strengths and weaknesses for this team? Our predictions for the season. And as a bonus, whether we’d trade Ben Simmons for James Harden if that’s what it came down to. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions.

Mavs beat reporter Tim Cato on the revamped Mavs. How good can the defense be, what’s the state of Kristaps Porzingis’ health, what did Luka work on this offseason, is Dwight Powell healthy, and can this team take the next step in the West? Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions.

Brian Lewis of the NY Post to discuss the Nets. How are KD and Kyrie looking? What will the rotation on this deep team look like? Will on- and off-court chemistry issues derail the Nets’ season? And would he do a trade for James Harden if he were the Nets? Plus our predictions for the Nets season. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions.

Giannis Antetokounmpo signs the supermax with Milwaukee. What this means for the Bucks and him going forward, plus winners and losers around the league from this monumental decision. Then Jazz radioman and host of Locked on Jazz David Locke looks at the upcoming season. What can we take from last year’s performance in the regular season, and how does the addition of Derrick Favors shore up the weaknesses from last year? Which of the young players are most likely to emerge into rotation roles? What is the next step for Donovan Mitchell to become an All-NBA player. Plus our predictions for the season. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions.

J. Michael of the Indy Star joins to discuss the Pacers’ offseason, the McMillan firing, the Bjorkgren hire, and the Pacers’ outlook for the season. Included: what to expect from Victor Oladipo and Myles Turner, how Bjorkgren will change the Pacers’ system, what the Pacers’ rotation will look like, and our predictions for the season. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions.

Blake Murphy of the Athletic discusses the Raptors season. We hit on where Pascal Siakam can improve to become a true number 1 option, which of the young rotation wings will emerge (including of course Paul Watson), how the loss of Ibaka and Gasol will affect the squad, and of course make our predictions for the season. Then (1:08) Adam Mares of DNVR and Locked on Nuggets discusses the outlook for the Denver Nuggets. We hit on where Nikola Jokic can improve and how he looks coming into the season, Jamal Murray’s ability to repeat his bubble performance, and what role Michael Porter, Jr. will play this year. Plus the revamped bench, Facundo Campazzo, Bol Bol, and of course our predictions for the season this year. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specifi

Jared Weiss of the Athletic on the Boston Celtics upcoming season. What’s the latest with Kemba’s knee, how can Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown take steps forward, which young guys will emerge into rotation roles, and of course our predictions for the season. Then Jovan Buha of the Athletic discusses his recent piece on the Clippers’ chemistry and whether that can change this season. We also look at the new rotation pieces they acquired, how Ty Lue will change this team, and make our predictions for the Clippers’ season. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions.

Dan Feldman and Danny Leroux are the teams and Nate is the player agent as they try to negotiate extensions for players like Lonzo Ball, Jonathan Isaac, Lauri Markkanen, John Collins, OG Anunoby, Derrick White, and more. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions. With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).

We start with a look at which teams did the best and worst with most of the offseason now complete, plus an underrated story that could shape the league years from now. Then the rundown of every single deal from Day 3 of free agency, how much space teams still have, and which free agents still remain on the market. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions. With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).

Join Nate and Danny for a sneak preview of Dunc’d On Prime, discussing the key trades of draft night including the big OKC/Philly trade and the Wolves’ pick of Anthony Edwards. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions. With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).

Draft guru Mike Schmitz pops in for his annual appearance before the draft. We discuss ESPN’s latest mock with Anthony Edwards going #1 to the Wolves, and why Schmitz is higher on him than others. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions.

Who won the Dennis Schröder trade, and what this means for the Lakers’ offseason? A breakdown of all the changes to the CBA, including dates for this season and a luxury tax change that will help more expensive teams. And, should we worry about a lockout in 2021? The Detroit Pistons need to choose a direction this offseason, starting with free agent Christian Wood. Will they chase the playoffs with their $30 million in cap space? The Miami Heat could have over $20 million in cap space, but also need to retain Goran Dragic and Jae Crowder. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions. With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux)

The 2020 mock offseason is here with Dan Feldman, Kevin Pelton, and Danny Leroux. In part 1, we start trying to find trades for Jrue Holiday, Chris Paul, Russell Westbrook, and Golden State’s $17.2 million trade exception. The remainder of the mock offseason will be available exclusively on Dunc’d On Prime, where we’ll find homes for every free agent in hours more of transaction fun. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions. With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).

What do the reported changes to the CBA mean going forward, and which side got a better deal? The Pels are listening to offers on Jrue Holiday. What kind of package would make sense for him? Many teams have the assets to make an offer the Pels can’t refuse, but will any go that far? A rundown of the rest of the draft and free agency rumors. Then Minnesota’s offseason. What should they do with the number one pick, and do any trades make sense? Plus the restricted free agencies of Malik Beasley and Juancho Hernangomez, whether they can sign a significant free agent, and more. Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions. With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).

The Atlanta Hawks have over $40 million in cap space and a mandate to improve. They hold the key to free agency in many ways and for many free agents. Which players should they target in free agency and with the 6th pick? What can the Bulls do this offseason with the 4th pick and a new lead exec in Arturas Karnisovas? Does Toronto have any choice but to pay Fred VanVleet? How much will it cost to retain him, Serge Ibaka, and possibly Marc Gasol? Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions. With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).

A look at French point guard Killian Hayes, who is the most volatile prospect according to mock drafts. Where do we fall on the ledger? Can his pick-and-roll ability and impressive stats at 18 overcome his average athleticism? Then a look at the Clippers’ offseason. What will it take to re-sign Marcus Morris and Montrezl Harrell, and should they re-sign both players? If it’s Harrell or the full mid-level exception, which should they choose? With a report that Kawhi wants another ballhandler, is that what they really need? And what could their trade assets get them despite not being able to move a first-rounder? Dunc’d On is exclusively ad-free four days a week, join us here! Get new bonus content as well like private Discord access, regular chats, our cap projections, subscriber mailbags, and more. Please read this letter about what you’ll get and why we are doing this, plus this FAQ for your more specific questions. With Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).