Locked On NBA – Daily Podcast On The National Basketball Association

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  The Risks Of Kawhi Leonard | Most Exciting NBA Game? 17.09.2026 27min
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  ROSTER BATTLE: Knicks Add Depth, ELEVATE Competition With Bruce Brown, John Konchar, James Wiseman 17.09.2026 30min

  New York Knicks reload with a wave of Exhibit 9 signings as Bruce Brown, Ochai Agbaji, John Konchar, James Wiseman, and Drew Eubanks compete for a precious roster spot. Can any of these free agents carve out a key role behind a star-studded lineup featuring KAT, OG Anunoby, Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, and Josh Hart? Tony East and Ryan Blackburn break down the Knicks’ latest roster maneuvers, the ripple effects on championship depth, and strategic battles for New York’s final bench slots. Adam Silver’s comments about the Portland Trail Blazers’ relocation rumors ignite debate over the city’s arena standoff and future NBA geography. The show also covers the Phoenix Suns’ reaction to Mark Williams’ injury by signing Duop Reath, plus the Sacramento Kings’ curious addition of Alfred Payton. Don’t miss sharp insights on how these late offseason moves reshape playoff pictures and fan hope across the NBA landscape. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. Betterhelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Aura Cybersecurity Start your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware. Protect yourself now. Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuel Make this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
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  Paul George's Fit With Jayson Tatum & V.J. Edgecombe as X-Factor 16.09.2026 29min

  Wes, Matt and Haize debate whether Paul George could be a cleaner fit next to Jayson Tatum than Jaylen Brown, examine VJ Edgecombe’s importance to the 76ers and establish the rules for approaching celebrities in public.
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  Game Night: NBA Expansion Looms and the Portland Trail Blazers Could Be On The Move? 16.09.2026 34min

  On this edition of Locked On NBA Game Night, Danny Cunningham (Locked On Cavs) and John Karalis (Locked On Celtics) discuss the latest comments made by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver at the league’s annual Board of Governors Meetings in New York on Tuesday. The guys talk about potential NBA expansion, with the league setting its sights on Las Vegas and Seattle, before shifting the conversation to the potential relocation of the Portland Trail Blazers. 
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  Kawhi Leonard Trade FINALLY Done: How Good Are the Raptors Now? 15.09.2026 29min

  Wes, Matt and Haize set realistic expectations for Kawhi Leonard and the Raptors, debate the best backcourt in the Western Conference and confess their indefensible food takes.
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  How Kawhi Leonard Ended the LA Clippers Worst Era & Kickstarted a New One for the Toronto Raptors 15.09.2026 32min

  Nick Angstadt & Camille Davis break down the blockbuster trade sending Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and multiple draft picks. The hosts debate who truly won the deal, weighing Kawhi Leonard's return against the Los Angeles Clippers finally recouping assets after years of setbacks.
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  How Many NBA Teams Can ACTUALLY Win the Championship? 14.09.2026 30min

  Wes, Matt and Haize determine how many true NBA championship contenders there are and which could surprisingly miss the playoffs, react to Steve Ballmer accepting the Clippers’ punishment, and draft their ultimate starting five of game-day foods.
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  Game Night: Steve Ballmer FINALLY Speaks After LA Clippers Punishment! What's Next for LA? 14.09.2026 32min

  On this edition of Locked On NBA Game Night, Danny Cunningham (Locked On Cavs) and Swipa (Locked On Nuggets) break down the statement put out on Sunday night by LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer as he accepts the NBA’s punishment for circumventing the salary cap. The guys talk about what Ballmer is actually accepting responsibility for, why he may be doing this, and what could be next for the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard.
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  NBA GAME NIGHT: Why It's Now Or Never For Luka Doncic And Joel Embiid 13.09.2026 35min

  Gavin Schall and Ku Khahil kick off the NBA Legacy Draft by debating which superstars enter this season with the most on the line for their legacies.
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  Suns’ Mark Williams Suffers Major Injury | Are Knicks Being Overlooked In East? 11.09.2026 31min
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  Predicting Victor Wembanyama’s ENTIRE NBA Career 11.09.2026 34min

  Wes, Matt and Haize project Victor Wembanyama’s career and predict his first MVP, identify the weakest links among NBA championship contenders, and debate which current stars’ games will age best and worst.
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  Game Night: Which Team Is Under the MOST PRESSURE This Season?! 11.09.2026 35min

  On this edition of Locked On NBA Game Night, Danny Cunningham (Locked On Cavs) and David Ramil (Locked On Heat) break down the teams in the NBA that they think are under the most pressure this season. The guys talk about the Denver Nuggets, San Antonio Spurs, Miami Heat and more. 
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  Anthony Edwards, Jalen Brunson or Tyrese Maxey? Our Toughest NBA Top 100 Debates 10.09.2026 32min

  The NBA Top 100 debates are getting difficult. Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore and Haize work through some of their toughest player-ranking decisions, including Anthony Edwards vs. Jalen Brunson, Kevin Durant vs. Tyrese Maxey, Donovan Mitchell vs. Cade Cunningham and — somehow — OG Anunoby vs. LeBron James. Then, did the Utah Jazz actually win the blockbuster trades that sent Donovan Mitchell to Cleveland and Rudy Gobert to Minnesota? With Lauri Markkanen, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Utah’s young talent forming a promising core, the guys revisit both deals and ask whether “winning a trade” even matters if both sides got what they needed. Finally, it’s Peak Offseason Content: Nike has unveiled its new Spectar uniforms, so it’s time to judge them — and pick the absolute best and worst jerseys in the NBA.
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  CONFUSION: New Orleans Pelicans Two-Timeline Gamble Raises BIG Questions After Bennedict Mathurin Deal 10.09.2026 30min

  New Orleans Pelicans face an identity crisis as they juggle “win-now” ambitions with a roster packed with young talent. Bennedict Mathurin joins the team, Taj Gibson is waived for cap flexibility, and Jamahl Mosley takes over as head coach—but what exactly defines success for this unpredictable squad? Trey Murphy III and Yves Missi’s trade rumors, the ongoing Zion Williamson saga, and confusing two-timeline strategies fuel uncertainty about the Pelicans future. Tony East and Andy Kamenetzky spotlight Phil Jackson’s statue honor at Crypto.com Arena, debating which active NBA coaches—like Steve Kerr, Erik Spoelstra, Mark Daigneault, and Joe Mazzulla—might earn similar recognition. The hosts also break down the league’s six newest coaching hires, including Dusty May in Dallas and Taylor Jenkins in Milwaukee, questioning which moves will shape the upcoming NBA season. Are these teams on the right track, or headed for more confusion? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuel Make this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
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  What Do the Clippers OWE Their Fans After the Kawhi Scandal? 09.09.2026 31min

  What do the Los Angeles Clippers owe their fans after the Kawhi Leonard scandal? Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore and Haize revisit the fallout and debate whether Clippers ownership and the front office need to provide real answers about what happened — and how they plan to recover. Then, extension season is here. After Amen Thompson landed a five-year, $208 million deal, the guys tackle some of the toughest decisions involving the 2023 NBA Draft class. Is Ausar Thompson worth five years and $130 million? How much should Detroit invest around Cade Cunningham? And what should teams do with Brandon Miller, Anthony Black, Bilal Coulibaly, Cason Wallace, Dereck Lively II, Keyonte George and Jaime Jaquez Jr.? The guys separate the easy extensions from the contracts that could become major gambles.
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  The BIGGEST Lesson Learned This NBA Offseason Is Actually A Bunch Of DIFFERENT Lessons In One! 09.09.2026 33min

  NBA front offices brace for a seismic shift as the new Collective Bargaining Agreement ushers in an era where max contracts and player loyalty are no longer guaranteed. Is the reign of automatic supermax extensions for stars like Jaylen Brown and Karl-Anthony Towns coming to an end? Hosts break down how the second apron, trade restrictions, and evolving restricted free agency rules are increasing parity across the league, with teams like the Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, and Oklahoma City Thunder rethinking their roster strategies. Key topics include the squeeze on rookie contract extensions for players like Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun, the diminishing luster of NBA free agency, and the rise of “giving away” valuable role players as the new norm. With over 15 franchises believing they can contend for the NBA championship, has the league finally achieved the competitive balance it craved?
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  What If Every Western Conference Team Could ERASE One Contract? 08.09.2026 30min

  The NBA Amnesty experiment moves West. Wes, Matt and Haize determine which Western Conference teams would erase a contract, which players could unexpectedly hit free agency and whether escaping the second apron would convince contenders to sacrifice talent.
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  Why Kawhi Leonard's Toronto Raptors Could Win it All or Fail... | NBA Teams With Biggest Outcomes 08.09.2026 29min

  Nick Angstadt & Camille Davis break down the Toronto Raptors' massive range of outcomes as the Kawhi Leonard trade looms, weighing Scottie Barnes' rise against Toronto's thin center depth behind Jakob Poeltl. The hosts then turn to the Milwaukee Bucks, exploring how new coach Taylor Jenkins could unlock a deep, star-less roster built around Tyler Herro and Myles Turner.
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  What If Every NBA Team Could ERASE One Contract? (Eastern Conference) 07.09.2026 29min

  What if the NBA brought back the amnesty clause? Wes, Matt and Haize go team-by-team through the Eastern Conference to determine who would use it, which contracts would disappear and whether a star like Joel Embiid could suddenly become a free agent.
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  LEAP: Will Dylan Harper or Stephon Castle ASCEND To All-NBA This Year?! 07.09.2026 35min

  On this edition of Locked On NBA Game Night, Danny Cunningham (Locked On Cavs) and Swipa (Locked On Nuggets) breakdown their picks for who is set to take a leap this season in the Western Conference. The guys begin the conversation talking about Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper in San Antonio, Cooper Flagg in Dallas and LaMelo Ball in Minnesota.