The Athletic NBA Daily

Andrew Schlecht is joined by Fred Katz to break down the NBA Trade Deadline and hand out trade awards including:Pau Gasol Award - the trade that makes a team a true contenderPJ Washington Award - goes to the trade that most people didn’t like, but we think could really pay off in the PlayoffsGordon Hayward Award - a trade that most everyone praises but it will reveal a player is washedPoeltl Award - to the team that gave up a first round pick for a player and everyone will question it all of next seasonMike Conley Award - a trade for a veteran that will end up helping turn a team aroundSimone Fontecchio award - the trade that NBA sickos obsess over, but won’t move the needle at allBogdanovic and Burks award - to the most overrated trade of the deadlineHost: Andrew SchlechtWith: Fred KatzVideo Editor: Monica ComptonProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni are joined by John Hollinger to recap the trade deadline, the Zubac to the Pacers trade, Anthony Davis to the Wizards, the most confusing trade and the best/worst trades of the deadline.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and John HollingerProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Carl Finocchiaro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the James Harden for Darius Garland trade from both sides. Danny Cunningham, from Locked On Cavs, hits the Cavaliers angle and Law Murray, of the Athletic, joins the show to offer the Clippers perspective.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Danny Cunningham, and Law MurrayExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Carl Finocchiaro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour, Andrew Schlecht and Es Baraheni are joined by Keith Parish of the Grits and Grinds podcast to discuss the trade of Jaren Jackosn Jr to the Utah Jazz PLUS a live reaction to the trade between Minnesota, Chicago and Detroit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni are joined by Sam Amick to discuss potential trades for James Harden, Giannis and more.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Sam AmickProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the likelihood of a Giannis trade and react to some possible destinations. Then, Brian Geisinger joins the show to discuss the surprisingly good Charlotte Hornets and the growth of Brandon Miller.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Brian GeisingerExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Carl Finocchiaro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Zena Keita react to the Thunder win over the Nuggets and the All Star announcements. Then, the gang discusses the Cavaliers adding Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis via trade and the 25 game suspension of Paul George.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Es BaraheniExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Carl Finocchiaro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Schlecht is joined by Sam Vecenie to discuss the 2026 NBA Draft, if it is worth tanking for, what the quality of the top of the draft is, and where else teams will be able to find value. Plus, how NIL is thinning out the 2nd round. Then in part 2 the guys discuss the NBA’s rookie class, how Kon is exceeding expectations, what Cooper is doing for Dallas, and much more. Then they end with a few Giannis fake trades.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Andrew Schlecht With: Sam VecenieExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Monica Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react the Wolves win over the Thunder and 40+ point games from Cooper Flagg, Tyrese Maxey, and Dillon Brooks. Then, Eric Nehm joins the show to discuss the Giannis trade request saga, Eric’s time covering the Bucks, and possible trade partners.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Eric NehmExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the Spurs win over the Rockets and then, Es Baraheni joins the gang from Toronto where the Knicks dominated the Raptors. Then, Dan Woike joins the show from Cleveland, where LeBron James may have played his last game.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita, Es Baraheni and Dan WoikeExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Carl Finocchiaro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NBA Daily crew put all 30 teams into tiers of teams that need to make trades before the upcoming deadline.Host: Andrew SchlechtWith: Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Es BaraheniProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to Evan Mobley’s calf injury and the Clippers successful run. Then, Hunter Patterson joins the show to discuss the Pistons win in Denver, their math problem from deep, and who they are eyeing in the trade market.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Hunter PattersonExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the Hornets latest blowout win, their recent success, and Donovan Mitchell’s big night for the Cavaliers. Then, Josh Robbins joins the show to react to Orlando’s loss to Cleveland, the problems with their offense, and their plans for the trade deadline.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Josh RobbinsExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss the Warriors and Timberwolves game in Minneapolis, the Raptors biggest win of the season in Oklahoma City, and the Knicks finding a new identity in Philadelphia. Then, the gang drafts All Star Reserves based on vibes.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Zena KeitaExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week of NBA basketball, leaders in spot ups, isos and more, Sengun is fearless, and some weirdness around the NBA Draft. Then the guys are joined by Joel Lorenzi of the Athletic to discuss the Bulls, their direction at the trade deadline, Billy Donovan’s influence and more. Then the gang play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the BeatJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex SpeersWith: Joel LorenziExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Monica Compton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Joel Embiid back?Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Warriors loss, Jonathan Kuminga’s injury, and the Clippers win over the Lakers. Then, Tony Jones joins the show to discuss the Sixers win over the Rockets, Joel Embiid’s return to form, and what roster moves Philly needs to make before the trade deadline.Take our listener survey! theathletic.com/survey26Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Tony JonesExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita are joined by Fred Katz of the Athletic to discuss his story on Norman Powell, his season, and Bam Adebayo’s commentary on Norm’s bowleggedness. Then, Fred is asked about the situation for the Knicks, if they would trade KAT, how safe is Mike Brown, and more.Take our listener survey! theathletic.com/survey26Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Fred KatzProducer: Andrew SchlechtVideo Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, Es Baraheni and Marcus Thompson discuss the situation in Golden State and their place in the West.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita, Es Baraheni and Marcus ThompsonProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Jimmy Butler injury news and Jonathan Kuminga’s opportunity, Keynote George’s 43-point game, and Jalen Green’s return. Then, Will Guillory joins the show to discuss the Rockets comeback win over the Spurs, their defense on Victor Wembanyama, and whether they will make a move at the trade deadline.Take our listener survey! theathletic.com/survey26Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Will GuilloryExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the Knicks embarrassing loss to the Mavericks and the All Star starter announcements. Then, Hunter Patterson joins the show to discuss the Pistons win over the Celtics, the big game vibes, and Detroit as the best team in the East.Take our listener survey! theathletic.com/survey26Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Hunter PattersonExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.