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In this episode of Hardware Hoops, I continue my 2026 NBA Mock Draft series with the Mid-to-Late First Round Edition, breaking down the prospects who could become key selections outside the lottery.

I analyze team fits, player strengths, weaknesses, and NBA projections for a wide range of talented prospects, including Baylor’s Cameron Carr, Texas’ Dailyn Swain, and other rising names looking to make an impact at the next level.

From versatile wings and shot creators to defensive-minded players and high-upside developmental prospects, we explore which players could become steals in the middle and back end of the first round.

This episode dives beyond rankings to examine what each prospect brings to an NBA roster, the areas they need to improve, and how their skill sets translate to the professional game ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft.

This episode highlights potential franchise-changing talents, high-upside sleepers, and more.

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0:44 - #15 Cameron Carr

5:34 - #16 Nate Ament

10:41 - #17 Karim Lopez

14:34 - #18 Chris Cenac Jr.

19:02 - #19 Ebuka Okorie

24:00 - #20 Henri Veesar

29:24 - #21 Allen Graves

33:06 - #22 Christian Anderson

37:00 - #23 Meleek Thomas

41:52 - #24 Dailyn Swain

47:09 - #25 Tarris Reed Jr.

53:12 - #26 Koa Peat

59:29 - #27 Jayden Quaintance

1:04:30 - #28 Bennett Stirtz

1:09:54 - #29 Zuby Ejiofor

1:16:34 - #30 Isaiah Evans

In this first episode of Hardware Hoops, I break down the lottery portion of my 2026 NBA Mock Draft with a full scouting lens on the top prospects in the class. From lottery selections to key team fits, we dive into detailed player evaluations, strengths and weaknesses, and how each prospect projects at the NBA level.

This episode highlights potential franchise-changing talents, high-upside sleepers, and more.

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0:48 - #1 A.J. Dybantsa

7:39 - #2 Darryn Peterson

14:14 - #3 Caleb Wilson

18:19 - #4 Cameron Boozer

21:51 - #5 Keaton Wagler

25:48 - #6 Darius Acuff

30:04 - #7 Kingston Flemings

32:48 - #8 Brayden Burries

35:39 - #9 Mikel Brown Jr.

38:34 - #10 Aday Mara

41:07 - #11 Labaro Philon Jr.

44:00 - #12 Hannes Steinbach

47:22 - #13 Yaxel Lendeborg

51:05 - #14 Morez Johnson Jr.

The New York Knicks have officially ended their championship drought with an NBA title run that reshapes the franchise’s identity.

In this episode, Phil and I break down how they got it done, Jalen Brunson’s rising legacy as the face of New York basketball, key turning points from their Finals run, and what this championship means for the Spurs' future as they regroup after falling short.

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0:00 - Intro

0:35 - New York Knicks End 53-Year Championship Drought For First Title Since 1973

25:05 - Is Jalen Brunson The Greatest Knick Of All Time?

30:23 - Where Does Brunson Rank Among Small Guards All-Time?

43:43 - KAT's Impact

50:21 - Spurs Future Outlook, Where Wemby Needs To Improve

In this episode, I'm joined by Ben Gray from the UK and Brady McNulty to discuss a full World Cup 2026 preview covering Messi and Ronaldo’s final era, Mbappé, rising stars such as Lamine Yamal, USA expectations, sleeper teams, key groups, and must-know storylines

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In this episode, Phil, Matthew, Matt, and I discuss Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs eliminating Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder in a thrilling Game 7, sending them to the NBA Finals.

We break down the biggest moments, key adjustments, standout performances, and what ultimately decided the series.

Plus, we preview the Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals, discuss the biggest storylines and matchup advantages, and identify the X-factors who could determine who hoists the Larry O'Brien Trophy.

0:00 - Spurs Dethrone OKC in Game 7 To Go To NBA Finals

21:10 - Should OKC Trade For Giannis?

29:24 - Spurs-Knicks Finals Preview

38:15 - Jalen Brunson's Ranking Among Knicks Legends, Knicks Finals Storylines

1:17:53 - NBA Finals X-Factors

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In this episode, I break down how Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs flipped the momentum of the Western Conference Finals by tying the series against the Oklahoma City Thunder. I dive into the Spurs’ defensive adjustments on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Wembanyama’s aggressive offensive approach, and how San Antonio’s young core of Wemby, Stephon Castle, and Dylan Harper generated transition offense through relentless defensive activity and composure.

I also discuss the New York Knicks continuing their dominant playoff run against the Cleveland Cavaliers, becoming just the 10th team in NBA history to win 10 consecutive playoff games in a single postseason.

0:14 - Spurs Rout OKC to Tie Series

12:46 - Knicks Take Commanding 3-0 Lead Over Cleveland

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From SGA winning back-to-back NBA MVP awards to previewing the Conference Finals, Phil and I break down where Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ranks among the game’s elite and discuss a potentially historic Spurs-OKC showdown with a trip to the NBA Finals on the line.

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In this episode, I give my instant reactions to the highly anticipated 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, breaking down the biggest winners and losers from a night that could reshape the future of multiple franchises.

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In this episode, Armani Jackson joins me to break down a wild weekend of Game 7s—from Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey leading the Sixers past the Celtics in TD Garden (0:39) to Detroit closing out Orlando (21:33)—plus a full preview of the second round matchups (41:31)

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On this episode, I’m joined by Phil Wilson to break down a loaded NBA Playoff weekend, including Denver’s struggles, the Spurs surviving a tough road test in Portland, and the Knicks responding in Atlanta.

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0:00 - Intro

0:15 - Sixers-Celtics

8:35 - KAT's Triple-Double Uplifts Knicks Over Hawks

21:53 - Ayo Dosunmu's 43 Propels Timberwolves Over Denver

33:15 - Toronto Raptors Tie Series Against Cleveland

45:59 - Lakers Shock Houston, KD's Legacy Taking A Hit?

58:10 - SGA's Historic Game 3

1:07:22 - Orlando Outplaying Detroit

1:19:47 - San Antonio Prevails In Portland