Welcome to another episode of AwkwardlyCool! On today's episode I get into some predictions for the first round of the NBA Playoffs starting with the Grizzlies vs. Jazz after the Grizzlies surprising win over the Warriors. Then I discuss the remaining Western Conference games: Lakers vs. Suns (3:28); Clippers vs. Mavericks (4:45); and Nuggets vs. Blazers (6:53).  The Eastern Conference is previewed starting with: 76ers vs. Wizards (9:33); Nets vs. Celtics (11:25); Bucks vs. Heat (13:43); and Knicks vs. Hawks (18:00). Hope you enjoy the show!

Welcome to another episode of AwkwardlyCool!  I start off providing my thoughts on the Eastern Conference play-in games which were more disappointing than expected but Jayson Tatum was fun.  The Western Conference play-in games begin today and I give my predictions on the outcomes (12:10).  Hope you enjoy the show!

Welcome to another episode of AwkwardlyCool!  I begin today's podcast with thoughts on the Miami Heat and their potential in the playoffs. Just a tiny reminder that the Lakers will be dangerous come playoff time (10:22).  I provide my opinion on ALL-NBA teams, the league is full of talent now and this wasn't easy at all (19:35). Hope you enjoy the show!

Welcome to another episode of AwkwardlyCool! I give my thoughts on the MVP race and why Jokic is not getting as much respect as he deserves.  The Nets have now lost two straight games against the Bucks. Are they still the favorites out East (10:35)?  The Lakers have dropped in the standings and needed a win against the Nuggets to avoid dropping the play-in game LeBron absolutely "loves". Should the Lakers be concerned (17:30)?

Welcome to another episode of AwkwardlyCool! The Suns have taken the number one seed in the Western Conference after their victory over the Utah Jazz.  Is it time to put CP3 in the MVP conversation (0:00)? The top ten teams in the Western Conference are essentially set and now the question becomes the order of seeding which is where things get interesting (9:32). Jayson Tatum scored 60 to lead his team back from a 32 point deficit and the Wizards are the Wizards deserve some respect (14:57)! Finally, if you're interested, I provide some quick thoughts on the consensus top five quarterbacks of the NFL Draft and my prediction for Rookie of the Year (23:10).

Welcome to another episode of AwkwardlyCool! The recent play of Steph Curry and his contribution to making this an even more interesting NBA season is too good to ignore.  The Celtics have played exceptionally well and it's time to start discussing them as one of the top tier teams in the East (6:23).  The Knicks finally get some love on the podcast and the question is now how they might perform in the playoffs (9:59).  The Bucks are another team playing extremely well and Jrue Holiday is one reason to take them seriously. Anthony Davis made his long awaited return against the Mavericks. I discuss my thoughts on his performance and the big picture view (18:58). Hope you enjoy the show!

Welcome to another episode of AwkwardlyCool!  I provide my thoughts on the injury to Jamal Murray and what this does to their playoff hopes.  Nets had a nice win over the Timberwolves but the loss to the Lakers may provide a preview of how these teams may ultimately match up if they meet in the Finals (7:56).  The Celtics and Hawks have been rolling lately, what should we expect from each in the playoffs (16:46)? As rough as things have been this season there are some exciting things to look forward to (26:09).

Welcome to another episode of AwkwardlyCool! KD returned after not playing since February 13th of this year and of course he looks as dominant as ever (0:55). The Suns are streaking and the question is if it is time to start taking this team seriously (10:48). Are the Nuggets and Suns true challengers to come out of the West? It is amazing how soon people forget how good the Lakers truly are as a team (17:03).

Welcome to another episode of AwkwardlyCool! What are the expectations of the Nets with KD returning to the lineup at some point this week; Nicolas Claxton is too good not to discuss, and can anyone challenge the Nets out of the East (0:40). The Nuggets are on a four game winning streak and even their defense is looking good since Aaron Gordon joined the lineup.  Should they be considered more of a threat out West (18:28)?  The Final Four will be done by the time of this recording and I think this provides a good time to discuss draft philosophy and what is truly valuable in today's NBA (26:35).

The NBA trade deadline was just usurped by the active buyout market for top contenders. In this episode of AwkwardlyCool, I discuss the buyout news regarding  LaMarcus Aldridge to the Nets and Andre Drummond to the Lakers (0:20).  Zion Williamson is not receiving the same level of national media love and I take a small step in changing that by discussing the year he's having (16:47).  James Harden has been playing excellent for the Nets but is he the MVP even with Jokic having an ALL-TIME historic season (26:26). Listen and find out. Hope you enjoy the show!