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Imagine a Canadian, a Scot, and a German walk into a bar and decide to start a basketball podcast to publically debate, share stories, and analyze the NBA as a whole... This is that show, welcome to YAMology. Join our hosts Yonny, Matt, and Alex in their journey of sharing their analysis of the NBA/Basketball on a deep level with our weekly shows!
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Send a text Matthew, Alex, and Skit go live during Thunder vs. Timberwolves, reacting in real time to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander maintaining his historic streak of 20-point games. Shai had already broken Wilt Chamberlain’s record at 127 straight games, and this matchup becomes about pushing the streak to 128, extending it further and even edging Anthony Edwards by one point on the night. The pod captures the moment live, with possession-by-possession reactions as Shai continues one of the most c...
Send a text Matthew, Alex, and Skit open the episode reacting live to Jayson Tatum’s return, impressed by how quickly he’s back on the floor and looking comfortable. The guys talk through the moment in real time—Skit admitting he expected a brick before Tatum knocked down the shot—and reflect on how important his presence is for Boston. The discussion shifts to why the Celtics might have the highest floor in the NBA, from improved passing to strong depth pieces. Boston’s younger contributors ...
Send a text Matthew, Alex, and Skit open the episode locked into live hoops, starting with Thunder vs. Nuggets and Raptors vs. Spurs as the night’s main backdrops. Shai sets the tone early with “001” energy, while Lu Dort quickly becomes a talking point—his defense, growing reputation, and another moment that lands him in the “most hated” conversation after a flagrant two. The pod takes a quick detour into shoe culture as the guys break down Shai’s 001 Converse, debating the look, the feel, a...
Send a text Matthew, Alex, and Skit open with big matchups on the slate, including Cavaliers vs. Thunder and Warriors vs. Nuggets, before a quick check-in on the All-Star Game and the new tournament-style format. They talk league movement, new faces in new places, and how James Harden has actually looked good in Cleveland, even if it still feels strange. The episode quickly turns into a live-watch rollercoaster as they watch Thunder vs. Cavs in real time, dubbing it an instant “magnet game.” ...
Send a text Matthew and Skit spend the episode unpacking their feelings on NBA All-Star Weekend—asking the big question: is it actually worse now, or are we all just nostalgia merchants? They connect that same debate to bigger league issues like tanking, flopping, and why general sentiment around the NBA feels more negative than ever. Is this a product problem, or an audience problem? From there, they break down the All-Star formats and events: the dunk contest (including the Jesser vs. Blake...
Send a text Matthew, Alex, and Yonny jump into a wild episode of league movement and hot takes, starting with Jaren Jackson Jr. landing in Utah and teasing a mystery topic that sets an uneasy tone early. Things get loose fast, with jokes about Alex leaving the pod and Matt trying to keep up as trades start flying. The guys react to a series of moves that feel strange on paper, including James Harden to the Cavaliers, questioning the fit and whether it’s all just about chasing the bag. Clipper...
Send a text Matthew and Alex jump straight into the fallout from All-Star snubs, reacting to who got left out and how players—especially Pascal Siakam—handled the news. The guys also touch on a surprise storyline involving the 15th seed, and highlight a big moment for Canadian hoops with two Canadian All-Stars. The conversation shifts into the numbers, breaking down Estimated Plus-Minus (EPM) and what it actually says about player value. Giannis Antetokounmpo comes up in that context, alongsi...
Send a text Matthew, Alex, and Yonny open the episode reacting to the newly announced NBA All-Star starters, breaking down the biggest surprises, the no-doubters, and who’s now sweating while waiting for the bench selections. The guys also react to Joel Embiid being back, what his return means for Philly, and how realistic it is to expect him to ramp up as the season goes month to month. Off the court, the pod leans into classic Yamology chaos—Toronto snowstorms, tech issues, and fantasy bask...
Send a text Matthew, Alex, and Yonny open the episode with an electric moment around the league—Anthony Black throwing down a dunk on four defenders, setting the tone for a high-energy conversation. From there, they jump into the NBA’s growing global footprint, reacting to games in Berlin and London, Ja Morant headlining international matchups, and even touching on the fashion and vibes that come with the league going overseas. The conversation shifts into on-court trends and surprises. The g...
Send a text The new year kicks off with Matthew, Alex, and Yonny setting resolutions for 2026 and talking about the habits, goals, and ideas they want to carry into the year ahead. Matt opens the show with a thoughtful quote on patience and mastery, setting a reflective tone before the basketball debate begins. The episode quickly centers on its core question: Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander now guaranteed to win MVP? With Nikola Jokic sidelined by injury, Alex argues that the race is effectively ...
Send a text Matthew and Alex open the episode with a big Christmas Day–themed intro as All-Star voting officially gets underway. They run through holiday matchups and early-season storylines, including Russ vs. KD and Kings vs. Rockets, while checking in on teams like the Kings, Nets, and Clippers to separate real contenders from noise. The discussion turns to team breakdowns, starting with the Cleveland Cavaliers and why their talent hasn’t translated into consistent success. From there, the...
Send a text In todays Episode of the YAMology podcast, Matt and Alex (without Skit) go into detail how the Spurs just beat the Oklahoma City Thunder and what we can expect from both teams going forward. (Also Alex reveals is Christmas present for his parents !?) Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod
Send a text Matthew, Alex, and Yonny dive into what they’re calling the Neo-Renaissance NBA — an era where talent is overflowing and roles are constantly evolving. They kick things off with Austin Reaves and why this might be the season he fully arrives, breaking down his free-throw rate, growing role as a primary scorer, and why an All-Star nod feels more real than ever. From there, the guys bounce around the league’s strangest storylines: why the Cavs just don’t look right, the rise of Jale...
Send a text A packed week across the NBA with breakout performances, big-picture questions, and major storylines, from Cooper Flagg’s 35 on the Clippers and Harden trade chatter to Shai’s clutch dominance, scheduling debates, and rising young stars across the league. Highlights: Flagg explodes for 35 vs. Clippers as Harden trade questions resurface.Thunder edge Suns; Shai starts slow but closes strong with Jalen Williams back.NBA scheduling issues, Euro-friendly tips, fewer back-to-backs, an...
Send a text OKC is officially on demon time. We kick off Episode 108 breaking down the Thunder’s ridiculous 16–1 start to the season and asking how real this dominance actually is. From there, we jump into Suns vs Timberwolves, including a wild 9–0 run in the fourth quarter that completely swung momentum and opened up a late-game debate. We also get into: Derrick Green’s strong start and what it could mean for his role this yearA surprisingly serious discussion about which NBA jersey you shou...
Send a text With the season heating up, we jump into two of the most fascinating storylines right now: the Detroit Pistons looking shockingly good (11–2 start), and the OKC Thunder quietly building something terrifying on defense. We break down Jalen Duren’s dominance and Cade Cunningham’s efficient orchestration — why Detroit’s young core might be real.Then, we shift to Oklahoma City: their defensive identity, turnover machine, and how they might be more complete than anyone expected.Plus: “...
Send a text The Bulls and Bucks gave us content this week, so we dig into what’s real vs what’s just November basketball chaos. Are teams genuinely trying to run more early offense for threes, or is this just preseason energy leaking into November? Should teams be playing faster and looser, or is there value in slowing down and controlling possessions? We also get into: The Bucks completely ignoring weakside help defense — accident or philosophy?Why NBC has already been outclassing ESPN in NB...
Send a text We’re only 5–7 games into the NBA season, which means it’s officially time to overreact responsibly. The Pelicans look lost, the Nets might already be prepping for ping-pong balls, and meanwhile Victor Wembanyama is casually announcing that the league now revolves around him. We check in on the early plus/minus winners and disasters, break down how the 2026 draft class stacks up against recent years, and look at the early Rookie of the Year race. We also get into: What are the Pel...
Send a text Welcome back YAM-Gang to a new Episode! This week Skit and Alex talk about their first impressions and the big storylines of week one: From rookie talk to scandals to controversy to MVP talk this episode has everything. Hope you enjoy it! Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod
Send a text Welcome back to YAMology as Skit, Matt and Alex discuss the last played games of pre season, rate their newly drafted fantasy teams in a 16 team league and give their first impressions of watching the new season of 'Starting 5'. Before the season starts everyone gives their final predictions as to who is going to directly qualify for the playoffs. Hope you enjoy this weeks episode! Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x....
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