The Athletic NBA Daily

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  Game Changers with Marcus Thompson 14.09.2026 1ώ 2λ

  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 29λ

  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 26λ

  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 45λ

  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 36λ

  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 33λ

  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 25λ

  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 32λ

  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 37λ

  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.
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  NBA Player Ranking 10-6 27.08.2026 40λ

  Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, Zena Keita and Andrew Schlecht break down their 10-6 ranked players for the upcoming NBA Season.FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Andrew SchlechtProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Can Klay Thompson and DeMar DeRozan still impact the NBA? 24.08.2026 37λ

  Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Peyton Watson sign and trade, DeMar DeRozan signing with the Nuggets, Klay Thompson's buyout and signing with the Heat, and much more. FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Zena KeitaProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  NBA Pressure Draft with JE Skeets | Slam N Jam 22.08.2026 1ώ 16λ

  Who has the most pressure this NBA Season? Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are joined by JE Skeets of No Dunks to answer that question. Which All Star, Young Player, Playoff Team, Front Office and Wild card has the most pressure on them this season. Then the guys finish with another round of Andrew vs. the Beat.Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex SpeersWith: JE SkeetsProducer: Andrew SchlechtVideo Producer: Monica ComptonFILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY:  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  NBA Player Ranking 16-11 19.08.2026 38λ

  Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Andrew Schlecht break down their 16-11 ranked players for the upcoming NBA Season.FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Andrew SchlechtProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  NBA Player Ranking 20-16 17.08.2026 44λ

  Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, Zena Keita and Andrew Schlecht break down their 20-16 ranked players for the upcoming NBA Season. FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Zena Keita, Andrew SchlechtProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Lakers Bizarre Sale, Westbrook Retires, and the NBA Schedule Release 14.08.2026 33λ

  The NBA never stops and Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni are here to discuss Russell Westbrook's retirement, the odd sale of the Los Angeles Lakers and what it means, and then discuss the release of the NBA's schedule.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es BaraheniProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  NBA Player Rank: 25-21 12.08.2026 29λ

  The NBA season is just around the corner and we are counting down our top 30 players before the season. In this episode we are discussing players ranked 25-21.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Zena KeitaProducer: Andrew SchlechtVideo/Audio: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  NBA Player Ranking 26-30 + Honorable Mentions 10.08.2026 55λ

  Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, Zena Keita and Andrew Schlecht break down their 26-30 ranked players for the upcoming NBA Season. Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Zena Keita, Andrew Schlecht?Producer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  First Time All Stars with Law Murray | Slam N Jam 07.08.2026 1ώ 26λ

  Every year there are 6 new All Stars in the NBA on average, and the Slam N Jam pod is going to try and predict the next first time all stars. Law Murray of the Athletic joins to predict which players will make their first All Star Teams. Then the guys finish with another round of Andrew vs. the Beat.Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex SpeersWith: Law MurrayProducer: Andrew Schlecht•Video Producer: Monica Compton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Did the Wolves improve? | Northwest Division Preview 05.08.2026 38λ

  Our offseason series continues and Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Andrew Schlecht are here to hand out offseason grades for the Thunder, Wolves, Nuggets, Blazers and Jazz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Pacers back on top? | Central Division Grades 03.08.2026 43λ

  Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni give offseason grades to the Central Division teams including the Pacers, Bulls, Bucks, Cavs and Pistons. Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Zena KeitaProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.