Derrick and Rodney discuss each of the conference finals series. Can the Clippers comeback Kawhi-less? The Hawks are keeping pace with the Bucks, but are we really surprised? And how good is Trae Young? Then we go around the league and talk about the new hires/fires and possible trades, which leads us to Dame and Portland. What does it mean to "run from the grind"?

Rodney joins as we run through the playoffs happenings through round 2 so far. How are injuries shaping our picks and what are the biggest updates? Quick hits: Can Brooklyn bounce back? Are the hated Jazz sneakily more fun to watch than the Clippers? What do we really thing of Philly? Can Phoenix represent the western conference in the finals? Tap in!

Jaylen (TW: @Jaylenab24) stops in to discuss the NBA playoffs to this point. Halfway through round 1, Jaylen shares the picks he originally had and who he thinks is coming out of each conference. Each series is dissected, highlighting the ups and downs of what has happened to this point and future predictions. The two also share which players/teams/coaches they think are getting exposed/struggling the most and some dooms day scenarios for certain teams. Derrick talks about his picks from last episode, the ones that are panning out and the ones that don't look so hot. Plus more general NBA talk from two fans.

Tramel Raggs (TW: @Raggs_No_Riches) joins the podcast for episode 7 and discusses his opinions on what it means to be a number 1/lead guy and all things play-in/playoffs. The Wizards are the first topic as we discuss the dynamic of Beal/Russ, who's the number 1 guy, common misconceptions about being the number 1 guy and the Wizards overall play-in chances. Then we take this questions out west and discuss whether a certain LA big can be a true number 1. Next, it's all things play-in/playoffs. Can DC pull the "upset" over the C's, will Charlotte get in and can Steph drag GSW in as 7 or 8? The Knicks are underdogs but do we believe it? Are the Jazz and/or the Suns getting upset in the first round? Denver/Blazers, what do we think? Can the Bucks beat the Nets and can Philly beat either the Nets or Bucks? Heat nation? And for certain teams if an early exit happens who takes the blame? All these questions and more are answered. Tune before the play-in starts.

*Yes, it is episode 6. Please excuse the low mic/sound levels during certain parts of the episode. 

Episode 6: Rodney returns! Dropping the pod very early (special surprise), we talk all things playoffs/play-in tournament. Do we like the new format and should the league add in additional tournaments throughout the season? Will this reduce tanking? Who gets in this season? After the tournament is over, what playoff matchups interest us? Can we get a battle of New York? Do we trust the Suns? Lakers as the 5th seed? Other topics include: Asking the hard questions about the people at the top in New Orleans, making a change in Portland, Wiseman and the Warriors and plenty more. 

Dropping an episode little earlier that usual with guest Justin (TW: @JDanso18) to discuss all things 2000's. We talk about the highlights from this semi-forgotten era in NBA history. First, Justin runs through his NBA awards for this current season then we get right into it, discussing every MVP from 2000-2010. Ranking the top MVPs from the decade, sleeper picks for certain years, the inconsistent criteria/standards of how we determine MVP and who just got plain robbed. We also discuss players and teams from that era that were before their time and could thrive in the league today. As always, there's more general hoops talk, jokes and banter. 

This week Darren (TW: @IceBurrrgSlim) of The Working Title Podcast joins and shares his list of NBA award winners for the 2020-2021 season and sleeper playoff teams. Then we jump into some deeper topics: 1) Does NBA need to shorten the season and will that help ratings? 2) Are we fans of the playoff tournament and should the first round be best of 5? 3) What is the state of the league looking forward and how has the game changed in our lifetime. Who are the most influential players and playing styles? More topics include the skill level of incoming players and role players compared to the early 00's, why understanding your role on a team is so critical but overlooked by players/fans, a slight deep dive into Melo: Origins/Denver/Knickstape era etc., some Wiz talk: Wall vs. Westbrook and more. This pod was real entertaining and is packed with gems. Enjoy!

First, we get into a discussion over the ending of the UCLA/Gonzaga Final Four game then we jump right into the NBA. Post trade deadline means  it's buyouts season, what does this mean for the NBA's top contenders? The west just got a lot wilder, are the Lakers still the favorites? We touch on a few teams that have been disappointments this season before gazing slightly ahead to the offseason. What big names could still be on the move and which teams might have some shakeups with their young players.

Welcome to episode 2! Of course we dive into a little March Madness to start (upset alert). Then we get right into NBA talk with the biggest trades/trade rumors. What does PJ Tucker mean for the Bucks, how does/can Boston improve and should the Magic and Kings be listening to offers for their whole rosters? Throughout the pod we bring up more trade/buyout names like Kyle Lowry, LaMarcus Aldridge and Myles Turner so keep listening for that. Next, battle of the young guards, LaMelo vs. Ja... or Shai? Where does Trae Young land in all this? Speaking of Trae, the Hawks are flying high so we weight back in on that situation. And all isn't good in sunny LA. Much more banter sprinkled throughout such as MVP, playoff standings and Timberwolves talk. Enjoy and thanks for listening!

Joined by his cohost later in the episode, Derrick first talks to Mia about her love/hate relationship with the NBA. They speak on the off-the-court drama she feels like she misses out on and she gives her opinion on the mid-90s Warriors and Joel Embiid for MVP. She also built her own computer! Cohost, Rodney joins and the two banter about the Hawks and Trae Young, trade rumors (sorry in advance Dallas) and the second half of the season. What teams are in the playoffs and who's going to have the tougher road. Thanks for listening!