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  Indiana Pacers season preview 03.10.2026 36min

  Indiana Pacers PreviewEs Baraheni is joined by Caitlin Cooper to preview the Indiana Pacers season and answer the following questions:1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline2. What’s the floor and ceiling?3. Who’s the X Factor?4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie?5. Crystal ball prediction for the seasonHost: Es BaraheniWith: Caitlin CooperProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  New Orleans Pelicans season preview 02.10.2026 31min

  Es Baraheni is joined by Shamit Dua to preview the New Orleans Pelicans season and answer the following questions:1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline2. What’s the floor and ceiling?3. Who’s the X Factor?4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie?5. Crystal ball prediction for the seasonHost: Es BaraheniWith: Shamit DuaProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Charlotte Hornets season preview 01.10.2026 36min

  Es Baraheni is joined by Brian Geisinger to preview the Charlotte Hornets season and answer the following questions:1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline2. What’s the floor and ceiling?3. Who’s the X Factor?4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie?5. Crystal ball prediction for the seasonHost: Es BaraheniWith: Brian GeisingerProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Miami Heat Season Preview 30.09.2026 28min

  Miami Heat PreviewEs Baraheni is joined by Wes Goldberg to preview the Miami Heat season and answer the following questions:1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline2. What’s the floor and ceiling?3. Who’s the X Factor?4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie?5. Crystal ball prediction for the seasonHost: Es BaraheniWith: Wes GoldbergProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Portland Trail Blazers season preview 29.09.2026 34min

  Andrew Schlecht is joined by Sean Highkin, from The Rose Garden Report, to preview the Portland Trailblazers season, discuss the addition of Ja Morant to a crowded backcourt, and the impact of the new ownership group.Host: Andrew SchlechtGuest: Sean HighkinExec Producer: Andrew SchlechtVideo/Audio: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Brooklyn Nets Season Preview 28.09.2026 24min

  Andrew Schlecht is joined by Erik Slater, from the Locked On Nets podcast, to preview the Brooklyn Nets season, which young players to watch, and their future.Host: Andrew Schlecht With: Erik SlaterProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  New York Knicks Season Preview 25.09.2026 33min

  Es Baraheni is joined by James Edwards III to preview the New York Knicks season and answer the following questions:1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline2. What’s the floor and ceiling?3. Who’s the X Factor?4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie?5. Crystal ball prediction for the seasonHost: Es BaraheniWith: James Edwards IIIProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  San Antonio Spurs Season Preview 23.09.2026 29min

  Es Baraheni is joined by Jared Weiss to preview the San Antonio Spurs season and answer the following questions:1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline2. What’s the floor and ceiling?3. Who’s the X Factor?4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie?5. Crystal ball prediction for the seasonHost: Es BaraheniWith: Jared WeissProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Toronto Raptors Season Preview 21.09.2026 42min

  Es Baraheni is joined by Samson Folk and Trevon Heath of the Pull Up Tre podcast to discuss the Raptors championship odds, Kawhi Leonard and Scottie Barnes fit, and whether they need to make a trade.Host: Es BaraheniWith: Samson Folk and Trevon HeathProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Atlanta Hawks Season Preview 18.09.2026 27min

  Es Baraheni is joined by Lauren Williams to preview the Atlanta Hawks season and answer the following questions:1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline2. What’s the floor and ceiling?3. Who’s the X Factor?4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie?5. Crystal ball prediction for the seasonHost: Es BaraheniWith: Lauren WilliamsProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Golden State Warriors Preview 16.09.2026 35min

  Es Baraheni is joined by Zena Keita to preview the Golden State Warriors season and answer the following questions:1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline2. What’s the floor and ceiling?3. Who’s the X Factor?4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie?5. Crystal ball prediction for the seasonHost: Es BaraheniWith: Zena KeitaProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Game Changers with Marcus Thompson 14.09.2026 1h 2min

  Dave DuFour is joined by Marcus Thompson II to discuss his new book on basketball game changers, exploring how players and innovations have transformed the sport. He shares insights on legendary figures, evolution of play styles, and the future of basketball.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Marcus ThompsonProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Sacramento Kings Preview 11.09.2026 29min

  Andrew Schlecht is joined by Deuce Mason and Morgan Ragan to discuss the Sacramento Kings and answer the following questions:1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline2. What’s the floor and ceiling?3. Who’s the X Factor?4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie?5. Crystal ball prediction for the seasonHost: Andrew SchlechtWith: Deuce Mason and Morgan RaganProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The New Chicago Bulls 09.09.2026 26min

  Es Baraheni is joined by Joel Lorenzi to discuss the Chicago Bulls and answer the following questions:1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline2. What’s the floor and ceiling?3. Who’s the X Factor?4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie?5. Crystal ball prediction for the seasonHost: Es BaraheniWith: Joel LorenziProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Sam Amick on the NBA wide impact of the Clippers punishment 07.09.2026 45min

  In this episode, NBA insider Sam Amick discusses the league's recent disciplinary actions against the Los Angeles Clippers, the implications of the Wachtel Lipton report, and the ongoing trade developments involving Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors. We explore how the league enforces rules, the strategic adjustments for the Clippers, and the broader impact on NBA team dynamics.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Sam Amick, Es BaraheniProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Pablo Torre on the Clippers Punitive Punishment 04.09.2026 36min

  Pablo Torre has been on the forefront of the investigation into the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, and he joins Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni to discuss the findings from the investigation, the punishment from the NBA and Pablo’s process in discovery.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Pablo Torre and Es BaraheniProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  NBA Hammers Clippers, Ballmer in Kawhi Ruling 02.09.2026 33min

  The NBA announced its punishment for the Los Angeles Clippers, Steve Ballmer, and Kawhi Leonard after the nearly year long investigation in their dealings with Aspiration, Inc. Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni give their instant reaction to the news and look ahead to the ripple effects.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es BaraheniProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  What you need to know about the Memphis Grizzlies 02.09.2026 25min

  Dave DuFour is joined by Keith Parish to discuss the Memphis Grizzlies and answer the following questions:1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline2. What’s the floor and ceiling?3. Who’s the X Factor?4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie?5. Crystal ball prediction for the seasonHost: Dave DuFourWith: Keith ParishProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Thunder Season Preview 31.08.2026 32min

  Andrew Schlecht is joined by Rylan Stiles to do a Thunder season preview answering the following questions: 1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline 2. What’s the floor and ceiling? 3. Who’s the X Factor? 4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie? 5. Crystal ball prediction for the season Host: Andrew SchlechtWith: Rylan StilesProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Top 5 NBA Players 28.08.2026 37min

  Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, Zena Keita and Andrew Schlecht break down their top 5 ranked players for the upcoming NBA Season, PLUS a special message from our own Zena KeitaFILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEYHost: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Andrew Schlecht, Zena KeitaProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.