Baseline Jumper

Baseline Jumper

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Baseline Jumper episodes

  • Baseline Jumper Episode 31: NBA Draft Preview
    With the NBA draft on Thursday, Ben and Jason break down the best fits, worst fits, and most intriguing options for the Nets, Knicks, 76ers, and Cavs (1:00). After breaking down the draft, Jason and Ben tackle the rumors about Kawhi Leonard and the Lonzo Ball-Kyle Kuzma beef in LA (50:00).
    59 min
  • Baseline Jumper Episode 30: NBA Finals Recap
    With the NBA finals over, what did this loss mean to LeBron James' legacy and where will he go next (1:00)? Ben and Jason do a special edition of their heroes of the week to honor the Warriors (14:00) and recap their dominant win in the finals. What does the possible departure of LeBron mean for Kevin Love and will he remain in Cleveland (23:00)? With the final coaching changes, the duo give their takes on Toronto and Detroit's new head coaches (30:00). Finally, Jason and Ben give their predictions for where LeBron will end up (38:00).
    46 min
  • Baseline Jumper Episode 29: NBA Finals Game 3 Preview
    Ben and Jason break down games one and two of the finals before predicting the rest of the series. How has Trump changed sports and the duo give their thoughts on the lack of attendees to the White House? Lastly, Ben and Jason break down the social media stories around the NBA with Bryan Colangelo and Steven Adams in the spotlight.
    55 min
  • Baseline Jumper Episode 28: NBA Finals Preview
    After another trip to the finals, Jason and Ben break down the Eastern Conference finals and whether LeBron James is now the GOAT (1:00)? Did the Rockets choke after missing 37 threes in game seven (16:00)? With this win, are the Warriors the best team of all-time (22:00)? With Cavs-Warriors part four coming, what will LeBron need to do in order for the Cavaliers to win this series (25:00)? To wrap things up, the duo share their heroes and zeroes of the week including some ESPN disrespect to the Brooklyn Nets (36:00).
    51 min
  • Baseline Jumper Episode 27: NBA Conference Finals
    The NBA conference finals are underway but the games have not been close. What is causing the lopsided game results (1:00)? Will game 4 of the Rockets-Warriors buck that trend? Ben and Jason break down the Warriors-Rockets so far and the keys to the rest of the series (6:00). Next, the team breaks down the upcoming Celtics-Cavs game 5, the importance of role players, and how important this series will be for the Cavaliers to keep LeBron James in Cleveland (18:45). On Tuesday, ESPN released their World Fame 100 to detail the most famous athletes in the world. With basketball on the rise, could it overtake football in America and what does the increasing popularity mean for the NBA and the other major sports leagues (31:30). Last but not least, the duo closes with their heroes and zeroes of the week (41:00).
    53 min
  • Baseline Jumper Episode 26: NBA Draft Lottery and Conference Finals
    Jason and Ben start by breaking down the NBA draft lottery and the winners and losers (1:30). Then, who are the heroes and zeroes in the conference finals? (21:30) The duo breaks down the Celtics surprising game one win, the Warriors' dominance, and what to look forward to as things progress. Finally, Ben and Jason break down the Raptors decision to fire Dwane Casey and the coaching carousel 40:30).
    50 min
  • Baseline Jumper Episode 25: David Fizdale Is the New Knicks Coach and LeBron Makes the Raptors Extinct
    Jason and Ben break down the Knicks' new head coach and what David Fizdale means for the future of the Knicks (1:00). Next, the duo breaks down the Eastern Conference playoffs and LeBron's demolition of the Toronto Raptors (9:00). Then, they break down whether there is any chance of the Rockets taking down the Warriors to prevent Warriors-Cavs part 4 (28:00) before finishing with the week's heroes and zeroes (36:00).
    48 min
  • Baseline Jumper Episode 24: Hill Boyce Breaks Down the NBA Playoffs
    Hill Boyce of Double G Sports joins the program and discusses the Knicks' coaching search, LeBron's greatness, and the Celtics-76ers series (1:00). Ben and Jason discuss the dramatic end of the Pacers-Cavaliers series, the Western Conference playoffs, and finishes with their heroes and zeroes of the week (25:00).
    57 min
  • Baseline Jumper Episode 23: Meek Mill, Surging 76ers, and the rest of the NBA Playoffs
    Ben and Jason discuss how Meek Mill’s release from prison affects the 76ers playoff hopes (1:00) before looking at the Pelicans after a dominating win over the Trail Blazers (10:00), the future of the Pelicans and what they will do with DeMarcus Cousins (19:00), and if the loss to New Orleans means it is time for Portland to blow it up (22:00). Where could Cousins go? Ben and Jason break down some potential landing spots including the Lakers (26:00) who could pounce on Paul George and Cousins if both make early playoff exits. Next, Jason and Ben break down the rest of the Western Conference and who are the favorites (35:00). Has LeBron met his match in the Indiana Pacers and can the Cavs get anything from Kevin Love (39:00). As always, the duo finishes with their heroes and zeroes of the week (48:00).
    55 min
  • Baseline Jumper Episode 22: The NBA Playoffs are Here
    The NBA playoffs are here and Ben and Jason are here to break them down. They start in the Eastern Conference (1:00) with the Wizards-Raptors (1:30), before hitting the Cavs-Pacers (5:00), Bucks-Celtics (8:30), and finishing off the with 76ers-Heat (14:00). In the Western Conference, could the Rockets have trouble with the Timberwolves (20:00)? The most intriguing series might be the Trail Blazers-Pelicans where Anthony Davis is making his case as the best player in the league (28:00). They finish up by talking about what is going on in San Antonio (37:00) and their heroes and zeroes of the week.
    45 min

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Jason Goldstein and Ben McDonald break down all the biggest NBA stories and breaking news around the league.