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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Justin Rowan and Carter Rodriguez (The Chase Down Podcast) to discuss all things Cleveland Cavaliers! They talk through schematic shifts compared to last season, James Harden's addition, Donovan Mitchell's shift in responsibility, the (hidden) growth of Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, lineup questions and much more.

From there, the guys react to the latest injury news. More specifically: how equipped are the Lakers to deal with Luka Doncic's hamstring injury? Nekias also provides a list of notable names to watch in terms of award eligibility (Wemby, Jokic, Kawhi, Ausar and more).

Finally, the guys discuss the Chicago Sky's pair of trades ahead of Friday's expansion draft. They talk through the logic of the moves, and debate if they were ultimately worth making. 

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected].

1:50 Cavs discussion, starting with how the team has shifted schematically

31:26 Evaluating the Donovan Mitchell-James Harden partnership

44:52 Putting Evan Mobley's season in its proper context

56:04 Jarrett Allen's leap in aggression

1:09:52 Who's the ideal 5th starter/closer?

1:23:09 Lakers without Luka Doncic

1:30:00 Award Eligibility Watch

1:32:25 Chicago Sky expansion draft trades

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Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh go over all 30 NBA franchises and share “One Thing for Every Team." The pair discuss Jayson Tatum’s return to form, Victor Wembanyama’s ascent to basketball deity, how the Golden State Warriors should handle Steph Curry’s desire to play and much more.

(1:02) One thing for every team in the Atlantic Division

(15:02) One thing for every team in the Southeast Division

(30:46) One thing for every team in the Central Division

(46:44) One thing for every team in the Pacific Division

(1:08:09) One thing for every team in the Southwest Division

(1:26:18) One thing for every team in the Northwest Division

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We have an action-packed episode of The Big Number coming your way!

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine discuss the Pistons’ keys to success without Cade Cunningham and what to expect heading into the Pistons-Wolves matchup.

Next, Tom shares other teams that have experienced the same twisted reality of performing better without their superstar. What does this mean?

Then, the duo makes their cases for who should land the fifth spot for First Team All-NBA. Should Kawhi Leonard’s elite offense land him a spot? Is Jaylen Brown’s resume enough? Will Kevin Durant make his seventh All-NBA First Team appearance?

Later, they preview what to expect with the electric Lakers-Thunder matchup between the two juggernauts. Is this a potential MVP showdown between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic?

All that and more on this episode of The Big Number!

The Big Number: (01:54)

Little Number 1 Kawhi: (25:45)

Little Number 2 All NBA: (32:17)

Little Number 3 KD: (38:42)

Lakers - Thunder Preview: (44:16)

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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss the epic turnaround of the Los Angeles Clippers! After a 6-21 start, they've gone a ridiculous 33-15 over their last 48 games. The guys discuss Kawhi Leonard's play, how Darius Garland and Bennedict Mathurin have slotted into their new home and how dangerous they could be in a playoff setting.

From there, the guys react to the latest foundational news in the NBA. Anti-tanking measures are coming, and we may be on the cusp of two new teams joining the league soon. They talk through the latest proposals and debate whether the league needs to add two teams right now.

Finally, it's time to talk about the upcoming WNBA expansion draft! We have the rules and the timing (April 3, 3:30 ET) -- now it's time to discuss who may actually be joining new rosters. The guys go team by team, talking through the five players each team may choose to protect. Strategy and shenanigans may be afoot!

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected].

1:30 Los Angeles Clippers check-in

26:28 NBA anti-tanking proposals

44:17 Should the NBA expand?

49:03 WNBA expansion draft expectations

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KOC reacts to the NBA’s new anti-tanking concepts and shares what his league sources have to say about each one. Then, he’s joined by Barstool’s Mark Titus to go over the electric Elite Eight over the weekend.

The pair discuss Braylon Mullins' historic game-winning 3-pointer against Duke, review freshman returns for some of college’s most talented NBA prospects and ponder if some freshmen would benefit from another year in the NCAA.

(0:19) NBA anti-tanking reform

(14:24) UConn epic comeback vs. Duke

(30:43) Cam Boozer freshman season recap

(37:41) Importance of size in NCAA tourney

(42:05) Keaton Wagler tournament check-in

(47:03) Which freshmen should go back to school?

(50:28) Yaxel Lendeborg tournament check-in

(54:22) Final Four preview

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