The Athletic NBA Daily

Can the Knicks solve the Wemby problem? 02.06.2026 36min

Andrew Schlecht hosts our Spurs expert, Jared Weiss and Knicks expert, Fred Katz to discuss the NBA Finals. The guys answer the following questions:What are the main advantages for each team?How do the Knicks handle Wemby?How do Spurs handle Brunson?Without power ranking fingers… what is Mitchell Robinson’s status and what are the expectations for him in this series?What's a matchup or something that people aren’t talking about from either side that could shape the series?Picking the seriesHost: Andrew SchlechtWith: Fred Katz and Jared WeissProducer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Lara Sinclair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs vs. Knicks NBA Finals Preview 01.06.2026 52min

Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs are rewarded for surviving the Western Conference Finals with an NBA Finals matchup against Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks. Zena Keita, Dave DuFour, and Es Baraheni give their thoughts on the key matchups, how the Knicks can solve the Wemby problem, and why Karl-Anthony Towns can swing the series. Then, the gang gives their picks and take a look at the upcoming offseason for the Thunder.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Zena KeitaWith: Es Baraheni and Dave DuFourExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Lara Sinclair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs vs. Thunder Game 7 instant reaction 31.05.2026 27min

The Western Conference Finals has delivered everything it promised. Dave DuFour and Andrew Schlecht are live after Game 7 to give their takes on the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thunder Spurs Game 7 Preview + Knicks are in the FINALS | Slam N Jam 30.05.2026 1godz 9min

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are back for another episode of the Saturday Slam N Jam. We discuss the Knicks and how they got here in this current era, Mitchell Robinson’s injury, who they’d prefer to play in the Finals and more. Then we discuss Fred’s article on Chet, the Thunder’s journey to this point and who will win in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals. Then they finish with some trivia in our weekly show Andrew vs. the Beat. Hosts: Andrew Schlecht, Alex SpeersWith: Fred KatzProducer: Andrew SchlechtVideo Edit: Monica Compton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Win, Force Game 7 in OKC 29.05.2026 28min

Victor Wembanyama scored 22 of his 28 points in the first half as the Spurs take game six and force a do-or-die game seven in Oklahoma City. Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni give their reactions to the Spurs bounce back game, Dylan Harper's impact, and what's wrong with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es BaraheniExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Lara Sinclair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NBA Discourse Problem | Morning Shoot Around 28.05.2026 47min

Andrew Schlecht, Es Baraheni and guest Jason Gallagher discuss the discourse around the Western Conference Finals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wemby's Heel Turn? + Game 6 Preview 28.05.2026 42min

Victor Wembanyama skipped media availability following the Spurs game five loss to the Thunder. Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita give their reactions to the Wemby dodging the media, All-NBA snubs, and Joe Mazzulla's Coach of the Year win.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Zena KeitaWith: Es Baraheni and Dave DuFourExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Lara Sinclair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thunder Take Control After Dominant Game Five Win Over Spurs 27.05.2026 29min

Victor Wembanyama was held to 4 out of 15 shooting as the Spurs lose game five of the Western Conference Finals to the Thunder. Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Andrew Schlecht give their instant reactions to the Thunder win, Oklahoma City's bench performance, and Wemby not talking to the media.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Andrew SchlechtExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Lara Sinclair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Knicks are in the NBA Finals, How did they get there? 26.05.2026 44min

Jalen Brunson and the Knicks put the Cleveland Cavaliers away in four and head to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999. Fred Katz joins Dave DuFour and Zena Keita to discuss how the Knicks have dominated the Eastern Conference, the story on how they became a championship contender, and who the Knicks should want to play in the NBA Finals. They finish the show discussing what is going to happen to the Cavs this offseason and how they can change their roster moving forward.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Fred KatzExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Lara Sinclair  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs send a message + Are the Knicks set for a Sweep? 25.05.2026 35min

Spurs dominate Thunder to tie seriesVictor Wembanyama scored 33 points as the San Antonio Spurs defense locked up the Oklahoma City Thunder. Zena Keita and Dave DuFour give their instant reactions to the Spurs win, Devin Vassell’s impact, and how the Thunder can bounce back. Then, Zena and Dave discuss the Knicks’ path to a 3-0 series lead over the Cavs, Karl-Anthony Towns as a factor in the Finals, and the All-NBA selections.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Zena KeitaWith: Dave DuFourExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Lara Sinclair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shai and the Thunder Take 2-1 lead over Spurs | Slam N Jam 23.05.2026 46min

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are back for another episode of the Saturday Slam N Jam. Dave DuFour joins the show from the court in San Antonio to discuss the Thunder’s big win over the Spurs to take a 2-1 lead. They discuss how the Thunder are handling the Spurs, Wemby’s performance, Jared McCain and much more. Then they finish with some trivia in our weekly show Andrew vs. the Beat. Hosts: Andrew Schlecht, Alex SpeersWith: Dave DuFourProducer: Andrew SchlechtVideo Edit: Monica Compton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Knicks dominate Cavs, lead series 2-0 22.05.2026 34min

Josh Hart scored a playoff career high 26 points as the New York Knicks trounced the Cleveland Cavaliers to take a 2-0 series lead to Cleveland. Zena Keita and Es Baraheni are joined by Mike Vorkunov from the Garden to give their instant reactions to the Knicks win, Josh Hart’s huge night, and what comes next for the Cavs. Then, Zena wants to hear Es' thoughts on the Western Conference Finals. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Zena KeitaWith: Es Baraheni and Mike VorkunovExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thunder too Physical with the Spurs? | Morning Shoot Around 21.05.2026 43min

Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni break down the conference Finals, the All Rookie Teams, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thunder bounce back to tie WCF 21.05.2026 52min

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 after a disappointing game one to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a game two win over the San Antonio Spurs. Dave DuFour and Zena Keita give their instant reactions to the Thunder bounce back game, Isaiah Hartenstein’s effort against Victor Wembanyama, and the effects of injury on the series so far. Then, Dave is joined courtside in OKC by Andrew Schlecht and Jared Weiss to look at Oklahoma City's adjustments and where the series goes from here. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita, Andrew Schlecht, and Jared WeissExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jalen Brunson cooks in Knicks comeback win 20.05.2026 38min

Jalen Brunson scored 17 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter and overtime as the New York Knicks overcame a 22-point deficit to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers in game one of the Easter Conference Finals. Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni give their instant reactions to the Knicks massive comeback over the Cavs, Brunson’s incredible crunch time performance, and Cleveland’s James Harden problem. Then, Mike Vorkunov joins the show from Madison Square Garden with discussions around the postgame from Kenny Atkinson and where the Cavs might adjust in game two.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Mike VorkunovExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wemby’s historic Game 1 19.05.2026 45min

Victor Wembanyama was dominant in his Western Conference Finals debut as the Spurs defeat the Thunder 122-115 in double overtime. Dave DuFour and Zena Keita give their instant reactions to the Spurs double overtime win of the Thunder. Then, Dave, Andrew Schlecht, and Jared Weiss sit courtside and discuss the ways the Spurs disrupted the Thunder offense, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s poor performance, and the Dylan Harper-Victor Wembanyama combo.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita, Andrew Schlect, and Jared WeissExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can the Thunder solve the Wembanyama problem? 18.05.2026 57min

The Pistons and the Timberwolves are out of the NBA playoffs. Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Law Murray examine their offseason needs and then preview both conference final matchups, including their takes on Jalen Brunson vs. Donovan Mitchell and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP level floor vs. the Spurs defense.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Law MurrayExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NBA Draft Prep w Sam Vecenie | Slam N Jam 16.05.2026 1godz 18min

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are back for another episode of the Saturday Slam N Jam. They are joined by Sam Vecenie of the Athletic and the Game Theory Podcast. They discuss 8 questions about the NBA Draft including thoughts on the combine, if the Wizards should trade down, ranking the glut of guards and much more. Then they do a lightning round of questions on the draft. Finally… they finish with some trivia in our weekly show Andrew vs. the Beat. Hosts: Andrew Schlecht, Alex SpeersWith: Sam VecenieProducer: Andrew SchlechtVideo Edit: Monica Compton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are the Spurs inevitable? 15.05.2026 39min

Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Marcus Thompson discuss Dylan Harper's playoff ascendance, the Spurs handling the Wolves, and Minnesota's upcoming offseason. Then, the gang react to the beautiful ugliness of the Cavs and Pistons, Jalen Duren's disappointing playoffs, and Steve Kerr's return to the Warriors.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Marcus ThompsonExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cavs take 3-2 series lead over Pistons 14.05.2026 32min

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the Cavaliers comeback win over the Pistons to take a 3-2 series lead, James Harden's performance, and a possible lineup change for Detroit. Then, Josh Robbins joins the show to discuss the Washington Wizards' plan for the number one overall pick, Anthony Davis' future in DC, and who stood out at the combine.Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Josh RobbinsExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.