The NBA Podcast
Morten Stig Jensen
Morten Stig Jensen walks through all of the latest happenings in the NBA, both on and off the court.
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Oct 20, 2024 • 48min
The Bucks are in it to win it, and that's not changing anytime soon - Featuring Ti Windisch
The Milwaukee Bucks acquired Damian Lillard before the start of last season, made an in-season coaching change, and saw Khris Middleton limited to just 55 games played.Now, the Bucks are entering a year with a full training camp under their belt with Doc Rivers, Lillard isn't new to the system, and they signed Gary Trent Jr this summer.Ti Windisch, co-host of the Gyro Step podcast, joins the show to discuss why there are grounds for optimism in Wisconsin this season. Odds via FanDuel Sportsbookhttps://www.fanduel.com/research/3-best-nba-mvp-bets-for-the-2024-2025-season
Oct 17, 2024 • 52min
The Atlanta Hawks are complicated, but they may be fun - Featuring Brad Rowland
The Atlanta Hawks owe their 2025 unprotected first-round pick to the San Antonio Spurs, which means there's no incentive to lose games. As such, the Hawks are going all out, and will thus introduce top pick Zaccharie Risacher to a competitive environment immediately.Brad Rowland, host of LockedOnHawks, joins the show to discuss Atlanta's upcoming season, Trae Young's upside, and the long-term view of the team.Odds via FanDuel Sportsbookhttps://www.fanduel.com/research/3-best-nba-mvp-bets-for-the-2024-2025-season
Oct 14, 2024 • 51min
Where exactly are the Los Angeles Clippers going? - Featuring Justin Russo
The Los Angeles Clippers lost Paul George this summer, which could have a negative ripple effect on the team's chances this season. However, the door might be open for a competitive year, as long as Kawhi Leonard cracks 50 games played.Justin Russo joins the show to break it all down, while also touching on the Clippers beyond this season.Odds via FanDuel Sportsbookhttps://www.fanduel.com/research/best-nba-finals-bets-for-the-2024-25-season
Oct 9, 2024 • 1h 32min
What to make of the San Antonio Spurs going into the 2024-2025 NBA season - Featuring Ty Jäger
The San Antonio Spurs made numerous chances over the 2024 NBA offseason. They added veteran leadership in Chris Paul and Harrison Barnes, and drafted Stephon Castle to be a part of their long-term future.Ty Jäger joins the show to break it all down. Odds via FanDuel Sportsbookhttps://www.fanduel.com/research/best-nba-finals-bets-for-the-2024-25-season
Sep 28, 2024 • 1h 2min
Karl-Anthony Towns/Julius Randle trade analysis with Keith Smith
The New York Knicks and Minnesota Timberwolves made a blockbuster trade, just weeks before training camp, with Karl-Anthony Towns, Julius Randle, and Donte DiVincenzo all getting new addresses.Keith Smith joins the show to break down the deal.Odds via FanDuel Sportsbookhttps://www.fanduel.com/research/nba-schedule-release-key-dates-for-2024-25-season
Sep 26, 2024 • 2h 14min
2024-2025 NBA League Pass Rankings - Part 2 - With Dan Favale & Grant Hughes
The NBA season is soon upon us, and that means it's time for The NBA Podcast's annual NBA League Pass Rankings!Dan Favale and Grant Hughes from the Hardwood Knocks podcast joins the show to dig into the first 15 teams of the rankings. 0:00 - INTRO 2:07 - No. 15 6:22 - FAN CULTURE TANGENT 23:35 - No. 14 28:24 - No. 13 34:42 - No. 12 39:18 - No. 11 43:16 - No. 10 50:56 - No. 9 56:27 - No. 8 1:05:29 - No. 7 1:11:16 - No. 6 1:15:39 - No. 5 1:38:48 - No. 4 1:45:55 - No. 3 1:52:58 - No. 2 2:02:40 - No. 1Odds via FanDuel Sportsbookhttps://www.fanduel.com/research/nba-schedule-release-key-dates-for-2024-25-season
Sep 20, 2024 • 1h 27min
2024-2025 NBA League Pass Rankings - Part 1 - With Dan Favale & Grant Hughes
The NBA season is soon upon us, and that means it's time for The NBA Podcast's annual NBA League Pass Rankings!Dan Favale and Grant Hughes from the Hardwood Knocks podcast joins the show to dig into the first 15 teams of the rankings. Odds via FanDuel Sportsbookhttps://www.fanduel.com/research/nba-schedule-release-key-dates-for-2024-25-season
Sep 16, 2024 • 57min
2024-2025 NBA Awards Prediction - Featuring Stephen Noh
Mort has Stephen Noh, senior NBA writer at The Sporting News, on the show to predict the 2024-2025 NBA awards.Listen in, as the duo discuss some candidates to win MVP, DPOY, ROY, MIP, 6MOY, COY, Executive of the Year, and of course Clutch Player of the Year.Odds via FanDuel Sportsbookhttps://www.fanduel.com/research/nba-schedule-release-key-dates-for-2024-25-season
Sep 12, 2024 • 1h 1min
Guest Host Jack Quantrill: NBA 2025 Draft Introduction with Ahmed Jama
Jack is back in the hosting chair once again this week and Ahmed Jama of The Draft Council joined him to talk about one of the most highly anticipated draft classes of the decade.Listen in for the lowdown on the 2025 draft. Just what tier of prospect is Cooper Flagg? Can anyone challenge him in the race to go number 1 next summer? Which college teams should you be watching this year? Jack and Ahmed got through a ton on a fun introductory episode to what should be a fascinating draft cycle.Check out Ahmed on Twitter here: https://x.com/slipthescreenCheck out The Drop Step here: https://open.spotify.com/show/6y7i6Tgsp1vQYELsZzZ2NiCheck out The Draft Council here: https://open.spotify.com/show/6y8SVNMhO97mRwLQYS09O1Odds via FanDuel Sportsbookhttps://www.fanduel.com/research/nba-schedule-release-key-dates-for-2024-25-season
Sep 7, 2024 • 1h 46min
Five players who should get traded this season - Featuring Jack Quantrill
Jack Quantrill visits the pod, and he's brought five names of players who could - for one reason or another - get traded either before, or during, the upcoming NBA season.Listen in, as Mort & Jack discuss some potentially changing power dynamics within the league.Check out Jack at The Drop Step on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/TheDropStepNBAOdds via FanDuel Sportsbookhttps://www.fanduel.com/research/nba-schedule-release-key-dates-for-2024-25-season
