The guys start off with the conversation du jour, as they dig into the NBA’s gambling problem in the Tip-Off (4:46). The Vibe Check is then devoted to discussing Aaron’s recently released Top 100 and how he goes about the process of constructing it (21:32). That’s followed by the return of 3-Up/3-Down (38:55), which starts with some shine for Sam Merrill and Giannis, followed by some sympathy for the infirmed Pacers (46:37), some Celtics and Jaylen Brown talk (51:30), the Spurs and their resi...
Aaron starts out with a victory lap over the Aces' title before he and Evan discuss A'ja's status as the GOAT. The guys then provide which storylines they each think will be the most compelling for every NBA team this season (19:14). As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
The guys open with the Clippers circumvention allegations before getting into how the WNBA playoff picture is taking shape and their opinions on Angel Reese's comments (22:28). Then, it's down to just two divisions as Evan and Aaron give their outlooks for the Eastern Conference Central Division (42:10), featuring the Chicago Bulls (43:56), Indiana Pacers (1:02:29), Milwaukee Bucks (1:12:32), Detroit Pistons (1:27:27), and Cleveland Cavaliers (1:44:14). As always, you can find Evan an...
Evan and Aaron start with the all-of-a-sudden hotly contested MVP race in the WNBA. Then the divisional previews continue with the Pacific Division (28:58) featuring the Phoenix Suns (29:14), Sacramento Kings (48:16), Golden State Warriors (1:06:42), Los Angeles Clippers (1:21:50), and the Los Angeles Lakers (1:39:11). Aaron then closes by going scorched earth on Jerry Jones after the announcement that the Cowboys have traded Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers (2:01:49). As always...
Aaron and Evan Tip-Off by talking about the rapid ascendance of Dominique Malonga and the inevitability of the Minnesota Lynx. They then do a Vibe Check on the release of some of the more important games of the NBA schedule for the forthcoming season (26:58). Afterwards, the guys preview the Atlantic Division (40:55), featuring the Brooklyn Nets (41:26), Toronto Raptors (59:10), Philadelphia 76ers (1:11:07), Boston Celtics (1:25:04), and New York Knicks (1:37:30). WNBA sex toy incidents...
Aaron and Evan tip off with a whole smattering of WNBA talk, including a discussion of the comments made by Self-Oppression Barbie, the end of the Aces, and new faces in new places. Then they discuss the Luka Dončić contract extension (26:55), followed by their Southwest Division preview (34:43) featuring the New Orleans Pelicans (35:21), Dallas Mavericks (45:45), Memphis Grizzlies (1:02:51), San Antonio Spurs (1:16:45), and Houston Rockets (1:38:39). Finally, Evan cooks up a whole-ass meal w...
Aaron and Evan Tip-Off by discussing the Mikal Bridges contract extension before getting into the skinny Luka article (17:25) and the spate of bad media personalities getting the axe this week. Then, the guys start their series of NBA divisional previews by discussing what to expect from the Southeast Division (33:14) featuring the Charlotte Hornets (34:46), Washington Wizards (46:46), Miami Heat (58:52), Atlanta Hawks (1:15:47), and Orlando Magic (1:32:19), before closing with what they've s...
Aaron and Evan open by diving into the dredges of the discourse around ranking Kobe Bryant and the all-time greats, the disingenuous dialogue surrounding Caitlin Clark, and why people need to show some chill on the Noah Essengue play (19:03). Then Aaron shares what he saw during the first five days of Las Vegas Summer League (24:28). That’s followed by a round of 3-up/3-down on free agency (1:03:45), before the guys close with a discussion about what’s happening around the W as we approach th...
With the NBA's official free agent period beginning in mere hours, Aaron and Evan talk about the significant signings and trades that have already occurred—beginning with a discussion of another offseason where LeBron wants people to know how much he wants to win, while the Clippers commit to another likely first-round exit. Rafael Stone apparently agrees with Aaron's optimistic speculation on Jabari Smith Jr (31:11). Aaron goes scorched earth on the Pelicans’ last week of decisions (39:54). ...
Aaron and Evan tip off by getting into the ramifications of what appears to be a major injury for Jayson Tatum and what that means for the Celtics, both present and future. Then they touch on the Cavaliers struggling to keep pace in their second-round series and what that may mean for their future (23:50). That's followed by the resident Thunder fanatic confusing his Jalen/Jaylin's (53:56), and then the time-honored broadcasting tradition of complaining about the postseason officiating (1:06:...
Aaron and Evan start by performing autopsies on the Clippers (2:10) and Rockets (14:31), including a discussion on whether Houston should trade for KD, Giannis, or a very intriguing Door Number 3 (26:00). That’s followed by second-round playoff talk, featuring a take on the Knicks that immediately goes badly (33:10), an aside about how Bill Raferty seems like a good hang (38:56), and a conversation about who would you rather have: Tyrese Haliburton or Donovan Mitchell (47:34). The guys then c...
Aaron starts out by immediately pissing off Boston fans with his take on Payton Pritchard winning Sixth Man of the Year (2:53). Then the guys have a conversation about the Magic's lack of offensive trickery and the return of Franz's woeful long-range shooting (23:46). Aaron then cooks some Greek food (54:33), followed by some awe-induced gushing about Kawhi Leonard's Game 2 performance (1:17:28), before he and Evan upset Knicks fans--again--with even more animus-inspiring takes on Jalen Bruns...
We talk about the NCAA's March Madness (8:03) and the NBA's March Badness (11:40). Aaron gives you his insider's guide to bracket mediocrity (19:42). Then, we have a long conversation about the Celtics sale that almost sounds like we know what we're talking about (21:30). We clarify who the real Big 3 in LA is (52:35) before discussing a Franz for Trae hypothetical trade (1:11:16). Finally, we discover a mutual affinity for Deni Avdija (1:34:05) before Evan swats away the SGA slander (1:51:54...
Evan rants about arbitrary accolades while Aaron claims he loves historical stats—right before botching a big one. We work in a Ricky Davis reference (10:41)! Somewhere around the conversation about Steph's possibility of making it to 5,000 career threes, Aaron's audio starts acting right (20:57). Then, we give you our 3-up/3-down and problem/problematic players before delving into a conversation about the league's most menacing players (1:36:44). As always, you can find Evan and Aaro...
We talk All-Star Weekend and reform... sort of. Also, the two-thirds-of-the-way-through-the-season awards. (Oh... we get it, midseason just sounds better.) Plus, who would win a coaches' fighting tournament, LeBron James conspiracies, and much more... PLEASE DONATE TO DOUG'S DYING TO SERVE TOUR 1:21 Tip-Off: All-Star Game Conversation 3:40 "Back in my day" 5:03 Tyler Herro won? 8:01 Inside the NBA is here to stay 9:37 Aaron thinks a Bachelor's Dergee in Sociology entitles him to... 17:...
Evan and Aaron put a button on trade season talk, predict the final standings for both conferences, meander about the G-League, and talk more Toronto Raptors than any pod this side of the International Boundary. Please send us any questions you would like to have answered for next Monday's mailbag. As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
In Episode 2, Evan and Aaron discuss the Sixers ceramic duo, All-Star Game balloting and potential reforms, the Celtics and Mavs looking like distant versions of their Finals selves, more Pelicans talk than anyone outside of NOLA is giving you, and much more... Link to Jonathan Wasserman interview As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
Evan and Aaron talk about the ongoing Jimmy Butler drama, the Pistons hitting on all cylinders, the sad state of the Warriors, and so much more, in this, the maiden voyage of the all-new No Gimmes podcast As always, you can find Evan and Aaron on NBA Threads Also, don't forget to subscribe to Live. Breathe. Ball. and Basketball Intelligence to get even more basketball insight.
The guys Tip Off by talking about the recent matchup between the league's two most surprising teams—the Bulls and the Sixers—and decide which team's early success feels most likely to sustain over the course of the season. Then, in the Vibe Check (23:30), they discuss the ongoing Ja Morant saga and whether Ja finishes the season with the Grizzlies or ends up somewhere like Sacramento, Miami, or New Orleans. Finally, for 3-Up/3-Down (37:42), they discuss the Dallas Mavericks and their woeful o...
Aaron and Evan open by discussing both 2–1 series in the WNBA playoffs (19:17). Then the guys talk about favorites, dark horses, and make their predictions for the winners of all the NBA awards for the very rapidly approaching 2025-26 season. Clutch Player of the Year: 37:22 Coach of the Year: 49:19 Rookie of the Year: 56:01 Most Improved Player of the Year: 1:02:57 Sixth Man of the Year: 1:12:47 Defensive Player of the Year: 1:23:38 Most Valuable Player o...