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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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Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Will Guillory react to the Lakers back-to-back wins over the Rockets, the Luka and LeBron duo putting on a show, and the Rockets continuing fourth quarter woes. Then, the gang takes a look at the West playoff race and how it might shake out.Join 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, Es Baraheni and Andrew Schlecht do an NBA Expansion Draft. Host: Andrew SchlechtWith: Dave DuFour and Es BaraheniProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Thunder clinching a playoff berth and the Wolves handling business against the Suns without Anthony Edwards. Then, the guys take a look at the tanking teams and decide which teams have the best shot at contention.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es BaraheniExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Hawks extending their win streak to 10 games with a win over the Magic, the upcoming NBA expansion vote, and whether Seattle and Las Vegas are the best choices for new teams. Then, Dan Woike joins the show after the Lakers beat the Rockets in a playoff showdown to discuss Luka's MVP chances, LA's win streak, and LeBron James as a role player.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Dan WoikeExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Es Baraheni react to the Lakers thrilling win over the Nuggets, the Thunder handling business against the Wolves, and how the West playoffs have been affected. Then, the gang takes a look at the winning streaks of the Hawks and Magic, the Raptors best win of the season over Detroit, and the race for the 5th seed in the East.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 are back for another episode of the Saturday Slam N Jam. They discuss the week of basketball plus their Good, Bad, and why Shai’s case for the clutch player of the year, Isolation basketball, Wilt’s records and more. In part 2, Wes Goldberg joins to discuss the Bam 83 point game, how the Heat have improved lately, Pelle Larson’s improvements, and who the Heat could potentially beat in the Playoffs. Then they finish with a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat.Hosts: Andrew Schlecht, Alex SpeersWith: Wes GoldbergProducer: Andrew SchlechtVideo Edit: Monica Compton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Thunder win over the Celtics, Shai's scoring record, and Jamal Murray's big night for the Nuggets. Then, Sam Amick joins the gang to discuss the league-wide chatter about Bam Adebayo's 83-point game, the MVP race, and his favorite to win the title.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Sam AmickExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to Kawhi Leonard's 45-point night in a blowout win over the Timberwolves and the Nuggets starting five finally coming together for a win. Then, Josh Robbins joins the show to discuss the Magic's recent success, Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane leading, and their playoff concerns.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.
Andrew Schlecht, Zena Kieta, Es Baraheni and Dave DuFour discuss and rank the NBA's dark horse candidates in the NBA, discuss Bam's 83 point night, and predict who will be the next to beat Bam's record.Host: Andrew SchlechtWith: Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, Es BaraheniProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to Bam Adebayo’s historic 83-point performance and the Lakers movement up the Western Conference standings. Then, Jay King joins the show to after the Celtics loss to the Spurs to discuss Jaylen Brown’s ejection, Jayson Tatum’s return so far, and how much longer the league can hold off Victor Wembanyama.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Jay KingExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Andrew Schlecht react to the heroics of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to lead the Thunder to a 129-126 win over the Nuggets. Did SGA wrap up the MVP? What team worries Oklahoma City the most?Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Andrew SchlechtExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Es Baraheni react to Jayson Tatum's return and what it means for the Celtics and Victor Wembanyama's growth this season. Then, the gang takes a look at the causes for the Pistons' losing streak, the Nuggets losing Jamal Murray as they get healthy, and the Lakers success without LeBron James.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 are back for another episode of the Saturday Slam N Jam. They discuss the week of basketball plus their Good, Bad, and What including the Hornets insane lineup, Westbrook drama, Reed Sheppard, and the 76ers in the play in? In part 2, Trill Bro Dude of the You Know Ball podcast joins to discuss the 76ers, how they are doing with Embiid, if Maxey can be a number 1 guy and why Sixers fans boo’d Morey in New Orleans. Then they finish with a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat.Hosts: Andrew Schlecht, Alex SpeersWith: Trill Bro DudeProducer: Andrew SchlechtVideo Edit: Carl Finocchiaro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the big night in the Western Conference playoff race with the Wolves and Nuggets heading up and the Rockets and Lakers moving down. Then, Hunter Patterson joins the show after the Pistons were dominated by Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs to discuss their level of contention and how they adjust when Cade Cunningham is ineffective.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 dominant win over the Celtics and wonder about Charlotte’s success in the playoffs. Then, Fred Katz joins the show after the Knicks loss to the Thunder to breakdown the positives, their recent success, and whether their defense holds up in the playoffs.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Fred KatzExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Zena Keita discuss the news around the NBA and have a discussion around the Pistons on if Cade is doing too much. Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Es BaraheniProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the Cavaliers taking down the Pistons without Donovan Mitchell, Cade Cunningham’s rough night, and the how the Knicks exposed the Raptors flaws. Then, Tony Jones joins the show after the Sixers were dismantled by Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs to discuss Joel Embiid’s return and Philly’s playoff hopes.Join 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 Es Baraheni react to the Nuggets’ scare in Utah and Darius Garland’s return for the Clippers. Then, Jay King joins the show to discuss Jayson Tatum’s return, the Celtics season, and Joe Mazzulla’s coaching style.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Jay KingExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Zena Keita react to the marquee games from the weekend and their impact on the playoff race with only six weeks remaining in the regular season. Do the Nuggets just need to get healthy? Can anyone in the East stop the Pistons?Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Es BaraheniExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are back for another episode of the Saturday Slam N Jam. They discuss the week of basketball plus their Good, Bad, and What including the best and worst shooters in the NBA, the Pelicans, Kon Knueppel and more. In part 2, Christian Clark of the Athletic joins to discuss the Mavs, Cooper Flagg’s rookie season, and what their plan is moving forward. Then they finish with a fun edition of Andrew vs. the Beat.Hosts: Andrew Schlecht, Alex SpeersWith: Christian ClarkProducer: Andrew SchlechtVideo Edit: Monica Compton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.






10 minutes of dead air. cool, cool cool.
This podcast focuses on the most inane, least interesting topics…and takes the worst stances on each.
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.
1:22
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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