NBA Deep Dives

Nick Agar-Johnson @nbajohnson and Jeremy Stevens @TacoHaus dive deep on the NBA trade deadline. They discuss all of the moves leading up and including the deadline day, and give preliminary trade grades to all 30 teams.

Nick Agar-Johnson @nba_johnson and Jordan Kligman @416basketball dive deep into the Serge Ibaka trade and the Toronto Raptors. They talk about how the trade will alter Toronto's big man rotation, how losing Terrence Ross will affect their wing rotation, and what impact Ibaka will have on the team. They talk about the Raptors' hot start to the season on the offensive end, their recent slump, and talk about the start backcourt of Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan. Finally, they talk about some of Toronto's best and worst games this season and their future outlook after their blockbuster trade.

Nick Agar-Johnson @nba_johnson is joined by guest host J.C. Fischer @thejcfischer for a deep dive on the Sacramento Kings. They discuss the Kings offseason and particularly their free agent signings of Arron Afflalo, Anthony Tolliver, and Ty Lawson and the Kings' three rookie first-round picks. They also discuss the frontcourt and backcourt rotations and debate whether or not to sign DeMarcus Cousins to a maximum extension. Finally, they discuss some of the best and worst games for the Kings this season and briefly talk about their potential plans for the future.

Nick Agar-Johnson @nba_johnson, J.C. Fischer @thejcfischer and Evan Dammarell @AmNotEvan dive deep into the NBA as a whole and give out their midseason awards. They discuss the MVP race, Defensive Player of the Year, and the All-NBA and All-Rookie teams. They also discuss Sixth Man of the Year and Coach of the Year. Finally, they talk quickly about the Executive of the Year award race.

Nick Agar-Johnson @nba_johnson and Evan Dammerall dive deep into the Oklahoma City Thunder by reviewing their offseason, talking about their first 44 games, and discussing the lineup and rotations. They discuss both sides of the Serge Ibaka trade, the potential of Alex Abrines, and Andre Roberson's troubling shooting output. They also discuss the frontcourt duo of Steven Adams and Enes Kanter, as well as the uniquely incredible season from Russell Westbrook. Finally, they talk about some of the Thunder's best and worst games through the first half of the season and preview their important upcoming slate of games.

Nick Agar-Johnson @nba_johnson and Andrew Buchanan @andrewb248 dive deep into the Milwaukee Bucks by reviewing their offseason, talking about their first 37 games, and discussing the lineup and rotations. They discuss Malcolm Brogdon's fantastic rookie season, Greg Monroe's solid play off the bench, and the scoring brilliance of Michael Beasley. They also discuss the incredible seasons from young stars Jabari Parker and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Finally, they talk about some of Milwaukee's best and worst games through the first half of the season.

Nick Agar-Johnson @nba_johnson and Jordan Christmas @SportsTalkXmas dive deep into the Golden State Warriors by reviewing their offseason, talking about their first 27 games, and discussing the lineup and rotations. They discuss the acquisition of Kevin Durant, the disappointing start from Zaza Pachulia, and whether or not Javale McGee should be the starting center going forward. They also discuss Golden State's Top 10 defense thus far and some of their best and worst games through the first third of the season. Finally, they talk about their favorite ridiculous Warriors stats and how exciting the NBA season has been thus far.

Nick Agar-Johnson @nba_johnson and Mike Catron @WatchTheBoxes dive deep into the Chicago Bulls by reviewing their offseason, talking about their first 24 games, and discussing the lineup and rotations. They discuss the dynamic between Dwyane Wade and Jimmy Butler, the disappointing start from Rajon Rondo, and whether Nikola Mirotic or Taj Gibson should be the starting power forward in the long-term. They also discuss the strong start for Robin Lopez and the Bulls' Top 10 defense thus far. They also discuss the Bulls' playoff hopes and some of their best and worst games through the first quarter of the season. Finally, they discuss Mike's Watching the Boxes podcast and how he uses box scores to make fantasy basketball decisions.

Nick Agar-Johnson @nba_johnson and Russell Smith @thatguyrusselll dive deep into the Portland Trail Blazers by reviewing their offseason, talking about their first 24 games, and discussing the lineup and rotations. They discuss the issues with the big man rotation, the increased role for Maurice Harkless, and what Portland can get out of Allen Crabbe and Evan Turner. Finally, they discuss the Blazers' playoff hopes and some of their best and worst games through the first quarter of the season.

Nick Agar-Johnson @nba_johnson and Luke Hickey @burritorain dive deep into the New York Knicks by reviewing their offseason, talking about their first 18 games, and discussing the lineup and rotations. They discuss Kristaps Porzingis’ increased role and whether he's been as good as Carmelo Anthony so far, as well as the frontcourt trio of Anthony, Porzingis, and Joakim Noah. They also briefly review the play of New York's younger players, the shaky start of Noah, and what they can get out of the point guard position from Derrick Rose and Brandon Jennings. Finally, they discuss whether New York can improve their struggling defense and their chances of making the playoffs.