The nerds are joined by Matthew Sponhour of the Stay Hot podcast to celebrate Victor Wembanyama’s historic second season after his unfortunate diagnosis with season-ending blood clots and whether Evan Mobley or Jaren Jackson Jr. emerges as the DPOY front-runner in his absence. Then, they discuss how concerned they are with Luka Doncic’s slow start with the Los Angeles Lakers, whether LeBron James is still a Top 10 player, and how the NBA mainstream media has done so much damage to the perception of today’s great product.

Timestamps

00:04:24 - Did Wemby overachieve expectations in Year 2?

00:27:17 - Who is the DPOY favorite now that Wemby is out?

00:37:18 - Concerned about Luka’s slow start in Los Angeles?

00:59:05 - Is LeBron still a top 10 player?

01:17:20 - Favorite part of this NBA season?

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The nerds draft their perfect all-time NBA offenses! They debate whether Nikola Jokic, Steph Curry, Michael Jordan or LeBron James should be the first overall pick, whether Magic Johnson or Larry Bird should be selected higher, and what skillsets make for the best possible offense. 

Timestamps

00:00:23 - Draft rules and order

00:02:17 - Nikola Jokic

00:04:22 - Stephen Curry

00:05:58 - Michael Jordan

00:06:42 - LeBron James

00:08:07 - Larry Bird

00:10:34 - Kevin Durant

00:12:07 - Luka Doncic

00:14:01 - Steve Nash

00:16:39 - Dirk Nowitzki

00:20:09 - Shaquille O’Neal

00:21:07 - Magic Johnson

00:22:47 - Giannis Antetokounmpo

00:25:20 - Kobe Bryant

00:27:25 - Oscar Robertson

00:28:54 - Charles Barkley

00:31:26 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

00:34:15 - Wilt Chamberlain

00:35:22 - Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

00:37:19 - Reggie Miller

00:39:38 - Ray Allen

00:45:09 - Jerry West

00:46:11 - Dwyane Wade

00:47:15 - James Harden

00:49:36 - Julius Erving

00:51:28 - Logan’s lineup

00:51:54 - Carson’s lineup

00:52:14 - Honorable Mentions

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The nerds answer all of YOUR questions about the NBA & NFL in a mailbag episode! They discuss the current state of NBA All-Star weekend, whether Nikola Jokic is being unfairly treated in the MVP race compared to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and how the Cleveland Cavaliers can upset the Boston Celtics and OKC Thunder to win the NBA title. Then, they discuss Saquon Barkley’s historic ranking after this season and where Jalen Hurts ranks as a QB before answering a bunch of questions about aura and Logan’s baldness.

Timestamps

00:00:23 - NBA

01:08:55 - Historical

01:51:38 - NFL

02:18:45 - Miscellaneous 

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The nerds are joined by Hoops Tonight host Jason Timpf to discuss where Luka Doncic, LeBron James & the Los Angeles Lakers rank among the best teams in the Western Conference, whether Nikola Jokic & the Denver Nuggets are bigger threats and better than last year’s team, and if the window is fully shut for Joel Embiid, Paul George & the Philadelphia 76ers.

Timestamps

00:00:23 - Are the Lakers contenders with Luka?

00:38:10 - Are the Nuggets better than last year?

01:10:18 - Is Jimmy Butler the most underrated star in the NBA today?

01:26:39 - Is the 76ers championship window closed?

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The nerds interview "Court of Gold" Director Jake Rogal to discuss the new Netflix documentary series on the historic 2024 Olympic Basketball Tournament. Rogal offers his insight on the challenges of making the series, where the game is headed globally, why Kevin Durant has been so misunderstood, and what makes rising superstars like Victor Wembanyama and Anthony Edwards so distinct.

Timestamps

00:01:10 - Most challenging part of the process?

00:02:18 - Was 2024 the peak of Olympic basketball?

00:03:38 - Was there a difference in camaraderie between Team USA and the other clubs?

00:04:59 - Which team had the most fun?

00:06:06 - Is K.D. misrepresented by the media?

00:08:00 - What is Steve Kerr’s best strength as a leader?

00:09:47 - How do Victor Wembanyama and Anthony Edwards approach life and basketball?

00:12:02 - Any special seemingly “insignificant” moments throughout the process?

00:13:17 - What is Jake most excited for people to see in Court of Gold?

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The nerds react to a number of NBA stars’ performances in new destinations, breaking down Luka Doncic’s debut with LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers and the team’s immense offensive ceiling, discussing the Dallas Mavericks’ continued misfortune after Anthony Davis’ injury, and diving into just how much better Jimmy Butler makes Steph Curry & the Golden State Warriors. They also break down De’Aaron Fox’s fit alongside Victor Wembanyama with the San Antonio Spurs and how dominant the OKC Thunder will be now that Chet Holmgren is back.

Timestamps

00:00:23 - Luka Doncic’s Lakers debut

00:20:24 - Mark Williams’ trade rescinded

00:24:26 - How high can the Lakers climb?

00:28:52 - Anthony Davis’ Mavericks debut

00:45:49 - Jimmy Butler’s Warriors debut

01:05:22 - More impressive: Fox or LaVine?

01:13:40 - Chet Holmgren’s return to OKC

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The nerds react to the stunning blowout that Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles delivered in their Super Bowl rematch against Patrick Mahomes' Kansas City Chiefs. They discuss where this Eagles team ranks among the best teams and defenses in recent memory and what failing to achieve three-peat in such brutal fashion means for the Chiefs.

Timestamps

00:00:23 - Dominance of the Eagles defense

00:08:52 - Patrick Mahomes’ meltdown

00:19:38 - Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts

00:23:42 - Saquon Barkley’s historic campaign

00:30:52 - Is Philly one of the best NFL teams of this century?

00:35:55 - Brady vs. Mahomes

00:40:39 - Does this end Mahomes’ goat case?

00:49:59 - Gronk vs. Kelce

01:10:22 - What’s next for Kansas City?

01:17:34 - What’s next for Philadelphia

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The nerds react to the craziest trade deadline in NBA history! They discuss what Jimmy Butler joining the Golden State Warriors really means, how much Mark Williams helps the Los Angeles Lakers, why the Toronto Raptors went out to get Brandon Ingram, and whether the Milwaukee Bucks' swap of Khris Middleton for Kyle Kuzma makes any sense.

Timestamps

00:00:23 - Jimmy Butler to Warriors

00:21:38 - Mark Williams to Lakers

00:35:21 - Brandon Ingram to Raptors

00:46:43 - Kyle Kuzma to Bucks, Khris Middleton to Wizards

00:56:35 - De’Andre Hunter to Cavaliers

01:01:16 - Bogdan Bogdanovic to Clippers

01:05:57 - Suns Deadline Moves

01:11:34 - Caleb Martin to Mavericks, Quentin Grimes to 76ers

01:15:35 - Dennis Schroder to Pistons

01:17:20 - Jonas Valanciunas to Kings

01:20:00 - Marcus Smart to Wizards

01:24:34 - Players that should have been traded

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The nerds break down the upcoming Super Bowl rematch between Patrick Mahomes & the Kansas City Chiefs against Jalen Hurts & the Philadelphia Eagles. They discuss the difference in QB play, why Andy Reid & Steve Spagnuolo really matter for the Chiefs in this matchup, and whether overall talent or clutch execution will win out. Then, they discuss the ideal landing spots for Myles Garrett after he demanded a trade from the Cleveland Browns and argue the Buffalo Bills have to be in on the market.

Timestamps

00:00:23 - Saquon Barkley’s historic season

00:10:17 - Can Jalen Hurts pull his weight?

00:19:06 - The coaching chess match

00:25:16 - Patrick Mahomes’ unparalleled playoff resume

00:50:36 - Super Bowl LIX predictions

00:53:22 - Myles Garrett trade rumors

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The nerds are joined by Tyler from Hoop Venue to discuss the blockbuster NBA trades from over the weekend! They break down how the San Antonio Spurs won big by getting De’Aaron Fox to pair with Victor Wembanyama, how the Sacramento Kings hope to straddle timelines with Zach LaVine, and what to make of the Chicago Bulls’ role in it all. They also struggle to unpack the all-time catastrophe that is the Dallas Mavericks trading away Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers and discuss which teams have the brightest future in the Western Conference between the Lakers, Spurs, Houston Rockets and OKC Thunder.

Timestamps

00:00:23 - De’Aaron Fox trade

00:01:23 - Kings

00:15:04 - Spurs

00:27:54 - Bulls

00:38:59 - Luka Doncic trade

00:39:02 - Mavericks

01:17:10 - The new West Hierarchy

01:49:26 - What teams have the best future in the West?

02:11:49 - Trade Deadline Moves on the Horizon

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