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Start your day with The Athletic NBA Daily – a fast, entertaining recap of the most important games and stories from the world of professional basketball with new episodes dropping Monday through Friday. Hosted by Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Esfandiar Baraheni with regular appearances by The Athletic’s award-winning NBA reporters. Andrew Schlecht and Alex Spears cap the week with the full-length Saturday Slam n’ Jam episode.
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1Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week of the NBA basketball, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Mike Smeltz to discuss the Brooklyn Nets. They ask Mike about the Nets rookies, what they are going to do with the veterans this season, what the identity of the team is, and more. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the BeatHost: Andrew Schlecht and Alex SpeersWith: Mike SmeltzExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Monica Compton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni are joined by Law Murray to discuss the weekly power rankings and how he decides them week to week, who are the surprise teams that are thriving, who is struggling and more.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Law MurrayExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Zena Keita breakdown the Thunder's loss to the Trailblazers and Luka Doncic's impressive night against Wemby and the Spurs. Then, Will Guillory joins the show from Memphis to discuss Houston's start to the season, Kevin Durant's struggles, and why there's more to the problems in Memphis than Ja Morant.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Will GuilloryExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The NBA Daily crew discuss the NBA at large and then go through some fake Ja Morant trades. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Thunder's 8-0 start and whether the Orlando Magic are just bad. Then, Joel Lorenzi joins the show to breakdown the Bulls 24-point comeback win over the Sixers and Josh Giddey's triple-doubles.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Joel LorenziExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Zena Keita discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo's buzzer-beater, Myles Turner's sour welcome back to Indiana, and how the Bucks and Pacers might be the best rivalry in the league. Then, Keith Parish, from the Grits and Grinds podcast, joins the show to breakdown the weird start to the Grizzlies season and what happens now for Ja Morant and the team.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Keith ParishExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss Ja Morant's suspension, the fallout for the Grizzlies, and the Thunder's drubbing of the New Orleans Pelicans. Then, the gang takes a look at how the Suns caused Victor Wembanyama's worst game of the season, the Knicks win over the Bulls, and whether the Hawks make more sense without Trae Young.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Zena KeitaExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the fun first week of the NBA season, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Will Guillory of the Athletic to discuss the Houston Rockets and the beginning of the KD era, Sengun’s progress, Amen’s start to the season, and if Reed Shepherd can improve enough to become an impactful rotation player. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the BeatHost: Andrew Schlecht and Alex SpeersWith: Will GuilloryExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Monica Compton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Spurs win over the Heat to move to 5-0 and some highlight some scary Victor Wembanyama stats for Halloween. Then, Nick Friedell joins the gang to discuss Ryan Rollins big night for the Bucks, the Warriors mental fatique, and Jonathan Kuminga's hot start.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Nick FriedellExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Zena Keita discuss some early season trends as the Chicago Bulls move to 4-0. Foul calls are through the roof, the defending champion Thunder can’t seem to shoot, and Austin Reaves appears to be taking a leap. Will it continue? Then, Hunter Patterson joins the show to discuss the Pistons win over the Magic, Cade Cunningham’s best game of the season, and Jalen Duren’s pending leap.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Hunter PattersonExecutive Producer: Andrew SchalchAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andrew Schlecht and Dave DuFour are joined by Fred Katz of the Athletic to discuss the players/teams/trends that they are up or down on 1 week into the start of the NBA season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Sixers comeback win against the Wizards, how Tyrese Maxey has exploded to start the season and the guys discuss their hope with the Wizard's fun young core. Then, Eric Nehm joins the show to discuss the Bucks win over the Knicks, Giannis's MVP-driven start, and how Rajon Rondo influenced Ryan Rollins.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Eric NehmExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Sixers big win against the Magic and how their guard duo of Edgecombe and Maxey have dominated the start of the season. Then the guys bounce around the league to discuss the Raptors, Wemby, Cooper Flagg’s struggles, and the teams that remain undefeated. Then Jon Krawczynski joins the show to discuss the Wolves loss to the Nuggets and how they will deal with losing Anthony Edwards.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Jon KrawczynskiExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Es Baraheni discuss the red flags they’ve seen so far this season including teams without guards like the Rockets, Mavs and Pacers. They also discuss the issues surrounding the Orlando Magic. Then the crew discusses the rookies that are showing out early on in the season.After the break, Sam Amick joins to discuss the reporting around the betting scandal involving Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier and what consequences could be handed down. They also discuss the fun start to the on court product for the NBA.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Zena Keita, Sam AmickExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the insane first few days of the NBA season, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Yaron Weitzman to discuss his new book: A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers. They discuss why there was pushback from the Lakers about the book, how the PG trade was almost to Cleveland, drafting Lonzo, and a hilarious Westbrook story. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat.Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex SpeersWith: Yaron WeitzmanExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Monica Compton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Thunder’s double OT win against the Pacers, and Shai getting his career high, 55. Then the Warriors pull off an OT victory against the Nuggets behind Curry’s big night and Marcus Thompson of the Athletic is here to discuss it. They also dig into Aaron Gordon’s 50 (50!) points and 10 (10!) made threes.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Marcus ThompsonExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Es Baraheni is joined by Mike Vorkunov of the Athletic to explain the details we have on the gambling investigation into Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier and Damon Jones.Host: Es BaraheniWith: Mike VorkunovExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Will Davison Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Zena Keita are back for night two of the NBA season including the Knicks statement win over the Cavs and Victor Wembanyama’s ridiculous season debut. James Edwards joins the show from MSG to break down the bench success for the Knicks and the changes Mike Brown has implemented on defense. Then Jared Weiss joins the gang from Dallas where Wemby’s 40 point 15 rebound night overshadowed Cooper Flagg’s debut.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita, James Edwards and Jared WeissExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss opening week of the NBA and what they are most looking forward to watching. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Zena Keita break down everything from the first night of the NBA season including Ring Night from OKC, OKC’s double OT thriller, and the Warriors dominating the Lakers. Andrew Schlecht joins the crew from OKC to discuss ring night, the banner being raised, and some timeout controversy. Then Dan Woike joins to discuss the Lakers falling to Curry, Jimmy and the Warriors.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita, Andrew Schlecht and Dan WoikeExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This Dufour dude needs to work on his conversational awareness. Constantly trampling over others analysis and feedback.
Every December I tell myself I won’t go overboard with holiday accessories, and yet… here we are. To me, Christmas earrings are less about fashion and more about leaning into the fun of the season. I like the idea of having something festive but not cheap-looking, something you’d actually want to keep and maybe wear year after year. The challenge is finding designs that are playful without being tacky. I recently came across this page: https://olertis.com/services/christmas-earrings/ , and it got me thinking about how custom or personalized jewelry makes the difference. Instead of generic snowflakes from a mall shop, you could have a pair that actually feels thoughtful—like part of your holiday tradition. I’ve seen Olertis mentioned in jewelry discussions, and I like that their approach is about turning personal ideas into custom designs. It’s the kind of thing that feels more like a memory than just another accessory.
unfortunately all the great names of the athletic are gone along with the awesome shows they made (and they made daily ding along all of that great content). this is now just a bad version of daily ding
Finally, some Trae Young love and appreciation. Most hated , slept on, overlooked, scrutinized 25.5 - 9.5 career avg player in history.
no one wants to hear karl malone
Zach impersonation 0:15
Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss conference finals candidates (3:40) and what the past decade tells us, questions surrounding the Phoenix Suns (14:50), and then Matt Moore of the Action Network joins the podcast to discuss the Nuggets (31:00) and play a rousing game of Andrew vs. the Beat (44:40).
Couldn’t give any shits less about what hairstylists or nightclub promoters are a part of nba culture. You’re welcome.
Mike Smeltz to discuss the Brooklyn Nets (28:37) and play a rousing version of Andrew vs. The Beat (51:03)
Am I the only one who couldn’t give a single shit less about these fashion people?
Draft review with draft guru Sam Vecenie (26:27). Andrew vs. the beat (53:05).
Raptors wheel of fandom with Tas Melas of No Dunks (30:35). Scottie Barnes talk (32:05). Andrew vs the beat (1:00:15).
The annoying background music made this podcast impossible to enjoy. What is the producer trying to do? I just turned it off after a few minutes. I'm sure I wasn't the only one. Terrible!!
All of the sound effects, audio hiccups and song inserts make this a painful listen. It's too bad we can't just listen to the experts and information that we tuned in to hear.
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Could you stop putting those other sounds and songs behind the voices of the guests? Nice podcast
The trade 1:35 Denver vs GSW offense – Wos 5:00 Assets for big market vs small market – Wos 15:10 Jury still out on KD - Seth 16:35 Harden role 17:45 Importance of defense – Wos 19:45 Draft capital 23:05
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Love the insights. Feel free to get even deeper into the weeds.