Parity abounds in the NBA. We discuss what's behind it, and what that could mean for this year's playoffs. Then we break down the implications of Kevin Durant's injury, before delving into two contenders with opposite profiles moving in opposite directions. The Bucks are being carried by their defense, while the Nuggets are riding a white-hot offense. Who do we believe in more?

Digging into how the Pelicans might try to survive life without Zion Williamson(again), and what's behind Brooklyn's two-way turnaround.

With rival executives reportedly preparing for a Trae Young trade request, we delve into why things haven't clicked for the still-confusing Hawks this season, and how or if their situation can improve. Then, on the heels of their 8-game win streak, we discuss whether the Knicks have warranted newfound optimism, or whether they're destined to fall back into the play-in mix.

Will Lou joins the show to dive into what's ailing the slumping Raptors and where Toronto should go from here. Plus both New York teams are streaking, the Suns are teetering again, and is Franz Wagner the best of the 2021 draft class so far? Is Nikola Jokic the MVP again? All that and more in today's episode.

We break down the implications of Steph Curry's shoulder injury and minimum-two-week absence, and the shin surgery that will prematurely end Cade Cunningham's sophomore season, before discussing the enigmatic Clippers and where they currently fit in the Western Conference hierarchy.

With the unofficial start of trade season nearly upon us, we dig into which teams should be first in line to make a significant move. Included in today's episode: the Lakers, Suns, Bulls, Warriors, Heat, Mavs, Knicks, and Timberwolves, among others. Plus can the Kings defend? Are the Pelicans in line for some hardware? And are the Celtics overrated?

We discuss what we've seen so far this season from the Suns, Nuggets, Grizzlies, Pelicans, and Warriors, making the case for each as the best team in the wide-open Western Conference before poking some holes in those cases.

The already reeling Timberwolves lose Karl-Anthony Towns for 4-6 weeks. What's behind uneven starts for the Mavericks and Heat? Can the Sixers keep their improved defense up when healthy? Is Kristaps Porzingis quietly headed towards being a 2023 free-agent prize? Are the Suns now the team to beat out West?

We take stock of all the high-profile injuries currently afflicting the league, before diving into surprisingly plucky, surprisingly fun Pacers.

Kevin Durant and a ragtag supporting cast under Jacque Vaughn have the Nets playing more inspired basketball; can it continue when Kyrie Irving returns? The reasons to believe in - or doubt - Sacramento's encouraging start. Plus an Anthony Davis trade idea, Boston's league-best offense, and a rookie Sixth Man of the Year?!