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Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.The mock offseason continues! Finally some trades give teams a little breathing room, and the player agent continues to get squeezed as the market tightens again.  And we give our impressions of the process this year, what it means for the market, and get some thoughts from innocent bystander Liam Doyle.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com. 

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.It's finally here, the 2018 mock offseason.  With cap space down around the league, it's a tough job for Nate as the player agent this year.  In part 1, we find homes for the key free agents on the market like LeBron James, Paul George, and Chris Paul.  Then it's the restricted free agents' turn to see if they can agree to terms with their incumbent teams or test the market.  And finally we get into the meat of free agency to see how deep the middle class goes in this market, and other teams try to make trades to avoid the dreaded luxury tax.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com. 

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.The 2018 NBA draft from every angle. We spend 20 minutes on the huge Hawks/Mavs trade for Luka Doncic and Trae Young, then discuss every pick of the first round, plus some of the overall trends that shaped the night.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.  

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.We break down the Charlotte/Brooklyn trade from every angle, including the effect on Brooklyn's 2019 cap space and Charlotte's opportunity cost for creating breathing room under the tax.  Then mini scouting reports on 4 more draft prospects, Miles Bridges, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Lonnie Walker, and Robert Williams.  Then Danny and Nate reveal their rankings of the top 8 prospects into tiers as we head into the draft.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.Dunc’d On, Nate Duncan, Danny Leroux, Best Basketball Podcast, Best NBA Podcast, NBA, Basketball, Basketball Podcast, NBA Podcast, Salary Cap, NBA Draft, NBA Free Agency, Free Agency,

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.We catch up on news, including Kawhi Leonard's meeting with Gregg Popovich and continued reports he wants to be traded to the Lakers, plus draft scuttlebutt like the Hawks liking Luka Doncic at 3 and the Grizzlies and Kings struggling to get information on prospects.Then 4 shorter 10 minute bites on some prospects later in the lottery: Kevin Knox, Dzanan Musa, Collin Sexton, and Mikal BridgesWith host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com. 

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.We take a look at perhaps the most "modern" of the big men in this draft, Jaren Jackson, Jr. Does his shooting, switchability, and shot blocking outweight concerns about his scoring and rebounding potential?  Then we examine Orlando's offseason, a more interesting one than many realize? Which player should they take at number 6, what should they be willing to pay for Aaron Gordon in restircted free agency, do they move towards the playoffs or continue rebuilding, and much more.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com. 

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.ESPN's Mike Schmitz joins to discuss the top of the draft, his overall board, what he thinks of so many bigs projected at the top of the draft, and who he likes further down.  We also discuss how he somehow saw Donovan Mitchell coming as a ROY candidate.Then Danny comes in for a talk about the news that Kawhi Leonard reportedly wants out of San Antonio.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.Mo Bamba's 7'10 wingspan and 9'7 standing reach make him one of the most intriguing players in the draft.  Can he turn that potential into production at the pro level?  Then we look at how Dallas will use over $20 million in cap space this offseason.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.The Bulls should have about $25 million in cap space to work with, will they use it to court free agents or take on bad money? What will happen with restricted free agent Zach LaVine?  Then we discuss a potential Bulls draftee, Duke center Wendell Carter, Jr. (starts at 33:00)With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.We hit on the latest news, including Nick Nurse in Toronto, Lonzo Ball's knee injury, player option news, and more.  Then a look at the offseasons for GSW and SAC.  What should the Warriors do with the mini-midlevel, who will be back next year, and how much will it all cost?  And where should Sacramento go with the number 2 pick, and who should they target with about $20 million in cap space?With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.Luka Doncic is one of the best 18 year-olds ever.  How does he project to the NBA given his amazing production but also his athletic limitatations?  Then we look at Memphis' offseason.  The number 4 pick, Tyreke Evans' possible return, and how they can avoid the tax with only $10 million or so to work with.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com. 

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.We break down the pros and cons of selecting Deandre Ayton number 1 overall.  Do his physical attributes and budding skill level make up for what could be a lack of feel?  Then a look at the Suns, widely projected to take Ayton.  What do they do about the point guard situation, and do they look to take on bad money or get better for next year?With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.We wrap up the 2018 NBA Finals, discussing where the Warriors stack up historically now, LeBron's injury, and the Finals MVP. Then we hit on the firing of Bryan Colangelo and whether it was deserved, followed by a scouting report on perhaps the most intriguing prospect in the draft, OklahWith host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.We go through all the storylines from Game 3, including Kevin Durant's crazy performance, Andre Iguodala's return, the Cavs' defenseive lapses, and the play-by-play as the Warriors pulled away late.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.A very detailed look at the Lakers' offseason plans. What would they do to get LeBron James and Paul George, and would they move young guys if they did?  What if they only get George?  Under what circumstances would they roll their space over to 2019?  What will the market be for restricted free agent Julius Randle?Then we look at the development of Memphis' young players this season.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.How does Duke's Marvin Bagley III project to the NBA?  Then we look at the Hawks' offseason as they continue their rebuild.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.We break down the Warriors win in Game 2 of the NBA Finals and discuss possible Cleveland adjustments going forward.  Then a look at the Spurs' offseason, including possible Kawhi trade scenarios, possibly Kawhi non-trade scenarios, the option decisions for Rudy Gay and Danny Green, and more.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.We recap a wild Game 1 from Oracle Arena, including a possession-by-possession break down of the stretch run.  Then Marc Stein of the New York Times joins to discuss the situation with Bryan Colangelo in Philadelphia and how the Kawhi Leonard situation could resolve in San Antonio.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.A breakdown of what we know so far and our best guesses as to what happens next in the crazy Bryan Colangelo Twitter account saga.  Then we look at the upcoming offseason for the Boston Celtics.  Marcus Smart and Aron Baynes' free agencies, the prospect of a big trade, and what to do about Terry Rozier's extension.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.

Click to subscribe via RSS feed or iTunes.We look ahead to the NBA Finals, including how Golden State will defend LeBron James and what the Cavs' scheme will be against the Warriors depending on whether Kevin Love plays or not.  Then (22:00) our longest offseason preview yet on the Houston Rockets. We attack it from all angles, including what it will cost to re-sign their many free agents, how they can dodge the tax, and how it could be possible to get LeBron James to Houston should he so desire.With host Nate Duncan (@NateDuncanNBA) and Danny Leroux (@DannyLeroux).  And if you like this pod, please donate to support Nate and Danny at Patreon.com/DuncanLeroux.  Merchandise available at NateDuncanNBA.com.