Baseline Jumper

Anthony Puccio joins the Baseline Jumper to discuss how he began following and covering the Nets (1:00), the impact of Kenny Atkinson (8:00), where the Nets will go this offseason (11:30), the development of Jarrett Allen (23:00), D'Angelo Russell and the point guard situation with the Nets (31:00), whether the Nets' broadcast team is the best in the business (43:30), and when the Nets will make it back to the playoffs (45:45) before wrapping the show by giving the heroes and zeroes of the Nets' season (47:30).

This week, NBA correspondent and frequent Knicks Writer for Double G Sports, Hill Boyce joins the show to talk about the Knicks season. Hill breaks down the season overall (1:00), the point guard situation (3:30), the Knicks handling of younger players (18:00), Joakim Noah (19:00), who the Knicks might target in this year's draft (25:00), and the Knicks' future with Kristaps Porzingis (30:30). Then, Jason breaks down the Nets (34:00) and Ben and Jason discuss who the Nets could select in this year's draft (36:00). To finish things off, Ben and Jason discuss the 76ers (40:00), their bet, and their heroes and zeroes of the week (46:30).

Steph Curry is out with an injury. How will Curry's absence affect the Western Conference playoff picture (1:30)? It is the same story in the Eastern Conference with Kyrie Irving also out due to injury (16:00). Jason and Ben discuss who could surprise in the Eastern Conference and Jason and Ben make a playoff bet. The duo delves into what Coach Brett Brown should do with the newly returned Markelle Fultz (28:15). Lastly, Ben and Jason begrudgingly talk Knicks and Nets before hitting their weekly heroes and zeroes (34:15).

Tyronn Lue is out as head coach. What does that mean for the Cavs and how will it affect Kevin Love's reintegration in Cleveland (1:00)? Ex-Cavalier Kyrie Irving faces another knee injury that could end his season. Jason and Ben break down how the Celtics should move forward (11:30) and how the East is shaking out. Jason and ex-podcast guest Cristian Valencia attended the Nets-Mavericks game over the weekend and breaks down his impressions of the young Nets after seeing them in person (22:00). This week's heroes and zeroes focus on the Western Conference where the playoff race is heating up (36:00). Jason and Ben break down who's in, who's out, and who the top teams need to fear. Before wrapping up, the duo breaks down America's best burger chain and adds in an international chain that can't be missed (50:00).

With the playoffs around the corner, there is a lot to discuss. Jason and Ben break down the Western Conference and San Antonio's woes (2:00) before breaking down the surprising Portland Trail Blazers (14:00) and the Minnesota Timberwolves (21:00). Ben talks about his experience watching so many of his beloved former Bulls on a new team and what to make of Derrick Rose (23:30). Jason answers the question of whether the Knicks will win another game this season (27:30) and then breaks down the Nets (35:00). To wrap it all up, the duo hits their heroes and zeroes of the week (43:30).

With NBA tanking in full swing, which teams are in the hunt for the number one pick and where do the Nets fit into the equation (2:00)? Outside of the bottom feeders, there are incredibly tight playoff races in both conferences. Which teams will come out of each conference and which lower seeds might be able to make some noise (25:15)? Then, it is time for Heroes and Zeroes (39:00)! To finish off, Jason lists some of his favorite name combinations (45:00).

It is the glorious return of Jason and Ben. The duo starts by breaking down the NBA tankapalooza (3:00), the challenge of rooting for a team whose best interest may be to lose and the joy of rooting for a team like the Nets who have every incentive to win (5:00). What is the future of the Nets and how good can Jarrett Allen be (8:30)? Are the Nets officially in a better position than the Knicks at this point (20:00)? With the New York teams struggling, the 76ers have emerged as the top team in the tri-state area. Could they add to their success by adding LeBron James and where else could James go (26:30)? Before hitting their Heroes and Zeroes, Ben and Jason give their thoughts on the Kawhi Leonard situation (40:00).

On today's episode, our LA insider Alex Pomerantz joins the show to recap the trade deadline and give an Oscars preview. The team starts by recapping the deals made by the Cavaliers and whether they can make it back to the finals (1:00). After that, the duo goes around the league to recap other deals made and those that were not (4:00). After that, Ben and Alex review what happened at the deadline for the Knicks, Nets, and Sixers before heading to their heroes and zeroes (18:00). Lastly, Alex and Ben breakdown the Oscar nominations, favorites and who should win (28:00)

The NBA trade deadline is approaching, which means Jason and Ben break down all the moves completed and what to expect. Ben breaks down the Nikola Mirotic trade to kick things off (1:00) and the duo talk about Donovan Mitchell's historic impact on the Jazz this season (5:30). Next, they look at the potential trades at the deadline and how the salary cap will affect teams going forward (12:00). Could the Nets get involved at the deadline and would they consider making a trade for Justise Winslow (27:00)? What about the other New York team in the New York Knicks (36:30)? To finish things off, Jason and Ben give their heroes and zeroes of the week (43:00).

This week, Ben and Jason analyze the biggest move of the trade deadline so far in Blake Griffin's move to Detroit (1:30). What does this mean for the Clippers? Then, Jason and Ben discuss the ramifications for the Pistons and if this move was a good deal on their side (21:00). With Drummond as a newly minted all-star, who will win this year's All-Star game and who will claim MVP honors (36:30)? With so many injuries around the league, how will this affect the playoff picture and are there any teams that might be on upset alert (43:00)? Jason gives a weekly Nets roundup and one promising development for the Nets' future (54:20). Finally, the team wraps it up with their Heroes and Zeroes of the week (64:15).