Locked On NBA – Daily Podcast On The National Basketball Association

LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer is distancing himself from the Kawhi Leonard scandal, but a new report potentially ties him closer to Kawhi's no-show payment. Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore and Haize discuss the latest on Kawhi and the Clippers before asking whether people are sleeping on the Minnesota Timberwolves to come out of the West. Finally, Ben Simmons is considering retirement, the Chicago Bulls make a new offer to Josh Giddey, and Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard and Sue Bird get ready to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.

0:00 Intro
1:30 Latest on Kawhi scandal
11:30 Timberwolves chances in the West
20:34 Bulls offer Josh Giddy new contract
25:22 Is Ben Simmons considering retirement?

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Is the Kawhi Leonard contract scandal with the Los Angeles Clippers even bigger than everyone thought? There's new reporting about it from John Karalis of the Boston Sports Journal (https://www.bostonsportsjournal.com/2025/09/04/exclusive-kawhi-leonard-endorsement-deal-that-triggered-nba-investigation-actually-worth-48-million). Karalis, the host of Locked On Celtics, joins Tony East, the host of Locked On Pacers, to break it down and discuss Cam Thomas signing his qualifying offer with the Brooklyn Nets.

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The Clippers are facing a massive scandal after reports surfaced that Kawhi Leonard received $28M in secret payments. What does this mean for Steve Ballmer, the front office, and the NBA?

We also break down Alperen Sengun’s monster performance against Nikola Jokic at EuroBasket and debate if he’s on track to join the league’s elite superstars. Plus, the NBA tweaks the All-Star Game again—did they finally get it right? Spoiler: probably not.

Locked On NBA hosts Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore, and Haize react with insider analysis and hot takes from around the league.

0:00 – Intro
1:55 – Did the Clippers actually do anything “wrong”?
14:50 – Sengun dominates Jokic at EuroBasket
22:10 – Cam Thomas bets on himself
26:50 – NBA’s new All-Star Game format reaction

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GAME NIGHT: Alperen Sengun OUTSHINES Nikola Jokic In EuroBasket CLASH | Clippers CAUGHT In Kawhi Pay SCANDAL

ALPEREN SENGUN OUTSHINES JOKIC IN EUROBASKET STUNNER. IS HE THE NBA'S NEXT EUROPEAN SUPERSTAR?

Hosts Jackson Gatlin (@Locked On Rockets) and David Ramil (@Locked On Heat) discuss Houston Rockets' rising star Alperen Sengun dominating Nikola Jokic in a EuroBasket showdown, sparking debates about his potential impact on the NBA landscape. The discussion shifts to explosive allegations surrounding the LA Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, with reports of a $28 million under-the-table payment through Aspiration. Ramil weighs in on Pablo Torre's reporting and the potential fallout for Steve Ballmer's organization. The hosts also break down a proposed new format for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game, featuring a round-robin tournament with USA and World teams.

Tune in for expert analysis on Sengun's breakout performance, the Clippers controversy, and the future of the All-Star Game.

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In this episode of Locked On NBA Daily, hosts Nick Angstadt (Locked On Mavs), Wes Goldberg (Locked On Heat), and Haize (Locked On Bulls)  discuss the explosive report of Kawhi Leonard's alleged under-the-table deal with Steve Ballmer and the Los Angeles Clippers. They explore the potential consequences for the NBA and the Clippers, including possible punishments. The conversation shifts to the Dallas Mavericks' offseason moves, particularly the PJ Washington extension and the acquisition of Cooper Flagg. The hosts debate the Mavericks' overall offseason grade, with differing opinions on their success. Finally, they address the Phoenix Suns' current situation and challenge the notion that they have one of the best young cores in the NBA, discussing Jalen Green's potential and the team's future prospects.

0:00 Kawhi Leonard's under-the-table deal

12:37 PJ Washington's extension with Mavericks

15:05 Grading the Mavericks' offseason

21:08 Suns' situation: Not the worst in NBA?

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Deni Avdija STUNS IN EUROBASKET: Is he the Trail Blazers' best player? Avdija's impressive Eurobasket performance has NBA fans buzzing. Wes Goldberg and Tony East break down the Israeli star's 22-point game and 23-point showing versus France, exploring his potential impact on the Portland Trail Blazers. The duo compares the Orlando Magic and Atlanta Hawks, debating whether Paolo Banchero or Franz Wagner is Orlando's top player. They also discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo sitting out Greece's game and analyze Carmelo Anthony's career impact, sparked by Jim Boeheim's recent comments. 

0:00 Intro
1:30 Avdija
11:12 Magic vs Hawks
22:14 Alex Sarr's injury impact on France
25:56 Carmelo Anthony's impact on NBA teams

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In this episode of Locked On NBA Daily, hosts Nick Angstadt, Haize, and Wes Goldberg discuss the potential impact of Alperen Şengün's EuroBasket performance on the Houston Rockets' championship aspirations and hear from Jackson Gatlin Locked On Rockets⁩.  They debate Franz Wagner's shooting development and its importance for the Orlando Magic's playoff hopes and hear from Phillip Rossman-Reich of ⁨Locked On Magic⁩. The conversation shifts to the Eastern Conference landscape, examining which teams have open championship windows. The hosts also explore Deni Avdija's all-star potential and Jeremy Lin's legacy in basketball. The episode concludes with a discussion on NBA offensive strategies, sparked by Lamar Odom's controversial comments about team decision-making.

0:00 Rockets' championship potential with Şengün's leap?

12:08 Do the Magic have Time for Franz Wagner's shooting development?

22:58 Giannis' health and Bucks' playoff chances

24:10 Deni Avdija, All-Star Potential?

25:52 Jeremy Lin's Hall of Fame consideration debate?

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In this episode of Locked On NBA Game Night, hosts Nick Angstadt and Swipa dive into the latest EuroBasket action, focusing on standout performances from NBA stars like Nikola Jokic and Jonas Valanciunas. They analyze the impact of Valanciunas joining the Denver Nuggets and debate whether they now have the best center duo in the NBA.

The conversation shifts to other EuroBasket teams, highlighting impressive showings from Turkey, Montenegro, and Germany. The hosts also discuss a controversial LeBron James Nike commercial, sparking a debate about the accuracy of its claims. The episode concludes with a lighthearted segment called "Count It Up," where they address fan interactions with NBA executives and players' nicknames on social media.

0:00 Jokic and Valanciunas, top center duo in the NBA?

12:27 EuroBasket updates and team performances

20:10 Count it Up: LeBron James' new Nike commercial controversy

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LUKA DONCIC dominates Eurobasket. Is an NBA MVP in his future? | Wes Goldberg and Matt Moore break down Doncic's impressive international play, debating its impact on the Lakers' upcoming season. The duo dives into bold NBA MVP predictions, exploring dark horse candidates, and ask if Serbia should be considered the favorites to win the Eurobasket tournament. They also discuss why the Bucks re-signing Giannis' brother is a big deal, the Mavericks adding a point guard, and they reflect on Jeremy Lin's retirement, revisiting the unforgettable "Linsanity" era with the New York Knicks.

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1:30 Luka Doncic dominating Eurobasket
10:54 Eurobasket favorites: Serbia vs the field
15:26 More likely: New MVP winner or repeat?
20:09 Trey Murphy III vs Zion for Pelicans impact
24:05 Mavericks sign Dante Exum, roster moves
27:22 Giannis staying in Milwaukee, brother re-signed
28:26 Jeremy Lin retires, remembering Linsanity

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This episode of Locked On NBA Game Night delves into the latest EuroBasket action, focusing on standout performances by NBA stars Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic. Luka Doncic, Slovenia, Nikola Jokic, Serbia, EuroBasket, Latvia, Kristaps Porzingis, NBA, Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets.

Nick Angstadt & Swipa hosts analyze Slovenia's crucial win against Belgium, highlighting Doncic's triple-double and discussing Slovenia's challenges in the tournament. They also break down Serbia's victory over Latvia, emphasizing Jokic's dominant 39-point game against Kristaps Porzingis. The conversation touches on the tournament's structure, other notable performances, and the implications for various national teams. The hosts conclude with a lighthearted segment called "Count It Up," discussing viral moments involving NBA players and executives.

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