Sinopsis
The Starters is a daily NBA podcast hosted by J.E. Skeets and Tas Melas that breaks down the league's biggest games, story lines, and off-court antics.
Episodios
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The Drop - MVPG, Streaks + Magic Man
12/02/2019 Duración: 01h30minOn today's ep. of The Drop, the guys discuss PG's MVP-like run, Harden vs. Westbrook's streaks, the odd Magic/Simmons story, whether the Pelicans should have to play AD, and Lin to the Raptors. That, plus our favorite All-Star Weekend memories, skiing accidents, Charlotte-based trivia, the next animal we'd like to see delay NBA games, and more. via Knit
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Mon. Feb 11. - Debuts, AD Dilemma + Ice Trae
11/02/2019 Duración: 23minOn Mon.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys discuss Tobias Harris and Marc Gasol's new-team debuts, the Celtics' latest meltdown, and whether it's fair for the league's rules to mandate the Pelicans to play AD. That, plus new Weekend Whoopsies, and the Hawks' Trae Young joins us to talk about his fantastic rookie season, All-Star Weekend, and to play a little game called "Freeze It." via Knit
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The Drop - 2019 Trade Deadline Recap
08/02/2019 Duración: 01h32minOn today's ep. of The Drop, the guys the discuss the 2019 NBA Trade Deadline. Which Eastern Conf. powerhouse improved their team the most? Who were the other big winners and losers? And what was the best under-the-radar deal? That, plus an All-Star Draft breakdown, LeBron's rough week, KD rips the media, Leigh's 3-Point Contest preparation, explosive packages, and so much more. via Knit
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Thu. Feb. 7 - Wheeling & Dealing
07/02/2019 Duración: 23minOn Thursday's NBA Trade Deadline Special, the guys discuss all the big moves: Marc Gasol to the Raptors, Nikola Mirotic to the Bucks, Markelle Fultz to the Magic, Harrison Barnes to the Kings, and Otto Porter to the Bulls. All that, plus Anthony Davis stays put in New Orleans. Did the Pelicans make the right decision? Will they sit him for rest of the season? What's next for LeBron and the Lakers? via Knit
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Wed. Feb. 6 - Sixers-Clips Trade + All-Star Mock Draft
06/02/2019 Duración: 25minOn Wed.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys discuss the 76ers-Clippers blockbuster deal, how it impacts the Raptors, and whether the Pistons are done making moves after trading away Reggie Bullock and Stanley Johnson. That, plus LeBron's Lakers get embarrassed, the Saturday Night participants are announced, and guys hold their very own All-Star Mock Draft. via Knit
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Tue. Feb. 5 - Lakers-Pelicans Standoff + Wall's Achilles
05/02/2019 Duración: 22minOn Tue.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys discuss the Lakers-Pelicans AD standoff, what John Wall's ruptured Achilles means to the Wizards, and the Heat retiring Bosh's jersey. That, plus Candace Parker joins us live on set to discuss her experiencing as an All-Star captain + AD trade rumors, Trey and Leigh go head-to-head in Crossfire, #NBAPirates, and more. via Knit
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The Drop - All In For AD?
05/02/2019 Duración: 01h14minOn today's episode of The Drop, the guys discuss the latest Anthony Davis trade rumors, whether the Lakers have a plan B, what happens if AD is still on the Pelicans after the deadline, and Tatum vs. Ingram. That, plus Chris Bosh's jersey retirement, the NBA's ultimate HORSE game, Super Bowl (and Maroon 5) reactions, and a very special All-Star Weekend announcement. via Knit
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Mon. Feb. 4 - Overwhelm Me
04/02/2019 Duración: 23minOn Mon.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys discuss the latest Anthony Davis trade rumors and whether the Lakers will upgrade their "underwhelming offer." That, plus the Knicks throw shade at Porzingis, Jared Greenberg joins us live from Brooklyn to talk Caris LeVert and D'Angelo Russell, new Weekend Whoopsies, and more. via Knit
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The Drop - Porzingis, Kyrie & All-Star Snubs
01/02/2019 Duración: 01h19minOn today's episode of The Drop, the guys discuss the Knicks trading Kristaps Porzingis to the Mavs, Kyrie Irving's comments regarding his upcoming free agency, and the biggest All-Star snubs. That, plus Kanter's kiss, neutral sites, TV character trades, Jim Gaffigan's graphical gaffs, Faulty Airlines, and more. via Knit
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Thu. Jan. 31 - Holy KP!
31/01/2019 Duración: 23minOn Thu.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys discuss the Knicks sending Kristaps Porzingis to the Mavericks (!), the Pelicans removing Anthony Davis from their intro video, and the Lakers finally getting through to Dell Demps. That, plus we lock in our 2019 All-Star Game reserves, hit you with a new Meme Team, and more. via Knit
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Wed. Jan. 30 - Rising Stars, Jah, Ingram
30/01/2019 Duración: 22minOn Wed.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys discuss the Rising Stars rosters, Jahlil Okafor's renaissance, and Brandon Ingram's career night. That, plus which franchise deserves the No. 1 pick, hot NBA takes on a cold day, hypothetical Marc Gasol trades, Super Bowl predictions, and more. via Knit
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Tue. Jan. 29 - Hypothetical AD Trades
29/01/2019 Duración: 23minOn Tue.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys discuss reports about the Lakers being Anthony Davis' preferred destination, and Lonzo Ball not wanting to play for the Pelicans. That, plus we debate a few hypothetical AD trades to the Raptors, Blazers and Sixers, talk practice music, haunted hotels, and more. via Knit
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The Drop - AD Deep Dive
29/01/2019 Duración: 01h29minOn today's episode of The Drop, the guys discuss Anthony Davis' trade request. What does the timing mean? Are the Lakers favorites to land him? Do the Celtics have the best collection of assets? What other teams could get in the mix? And what's the Pelicans next move? That, plus other trades we'd like to see, Red Panda, accidental hobbies, the best covers, and more. via Knit
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Mon. Jan. 28 - Bye-Bye Brow?
28/01/2019 Duración: 23minOn Mon.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys discuss Anthony Davis' trade request, the Pelicans' next move, whether the Lakers have enough to get a deal done now, and potential dark horse trade destinations. That, plus Luke Walton's job security, Thon Maker wants out of Milwaukee, new Weekend Whoopsies, and so much more. via Knit
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The Drop - 2019 NBA All-Star Picks
25/01/2019 Duración: 01h37minOn today's episode of The Drop, the guys discuss the 2019 NBA All-Star Game starters, who LeBron and Giannis draft first, and then select/debate their East and West reserves. That, plus NBA ratings, supporting actors/players, swim-up bars, Weezer's new album, a Very Solid Tattoo, and so much more. via Knit
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Thu. Jan. 24 - Oladipo's Injury, MSG Harden, Poor Blake
24/01/2019 Duración: 23minOn Thu.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys discuss Oladipo's season-ending injury, Harden dropping 61 points in MSG, and Reggie Jackson's ill-timed video bomb. That, plus we select out All-Star Game starters, new Meme Team, Illustrated Leigh, and more. via Knit
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Wed. Jan. 23 - Grizzlies Now Available
23/01/2019 Duración: 22minOn Wed.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys discuss the Grizzlies listening to trade offers for Marc Gasol and Mike Conley, what AD's injury means for the Pelicans, and Booker vs. Dieng. That, plus Dirk's 3-Point Contest invite, Dennis Smith Jr. returns to the Mavs, Kawhi's load management, classic NBA bloopers, and so much more. via Knit
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Tue. Jan. 22 - Not Fair
22/01/2019 Duración: 22minOn Tue.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys check the polls in regards to the Warriors' title chances with Cousins in the mix, potential landings spot for 'Melo, and which East guard is most likely to be an All-Star snub. That, plus 3D live from OKC, long Weekend Whoopsies, Wade and Benny swap jerseys, and more. via Knit
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The Drop - Klay, Melo vs. Iggy, Tires
22/01/2019 Duración: 59minOn today's Drop, the guys discuss Klay Thompson's All-Star chances, Cousins' first few games with the Warriors, the Bulls-Rockets trade, and who has had the more valuable career: Carmelo or Iguodala? That, plus empty stats, Terry Rozier, Hield's crazy game-winner, Curry's blooper, the beach vs. the pool, flat tires, and more. via Knit
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The Drop - Young Lakers, Russ, Spicy P
18/01/2019 Duración: 01h31minOn today's Drop, the guys discuss the Lakers overtime win, Westbrook's All-Star chances, a McCollum-for-Gordon trade idea, Smith Jr. vs. the Mavs, and what to expect from Cousins' Warriors debut tonight. That, plus Siakam's game-winner, NBA pet peeves, cars, university projects, wild startup ideas, and so much more. via Knit