Stateside Report UK

We've got a special one for you this week as we’re joined by broadcaster and creator Master Tesfatsion to talk all things NBA, basketball culture and the game’s growing global reach!

⭐ The Dallas Mavericks – Master joins us to chat about his beloved Mavs. Where are they heading, what does the future look like, and what should Dallas fans be feeling right now?

🇲🇽 NBA Mexico's Success – The NBA continues to grow internationally, and we discuss the success of NBA Mexico and what it tells us about the league's global ambitions.

🇬🇧 The NBA Comes to Manchester! – With the NBA heading to the UK, can Manchester deliver on the big stage? What would a successful visit mean for British basketball fans?

🦌 Giannis: Low Basketball IQ? – Doc Rivers' comments have sparked debate, but is there any truth to questioning Giannis' basketball IQ? We get into the discussion and ask whether the criticism is fair.

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A huge thank you to Master Tesfatsion for joining us. Don't miss this one as we cover the Mavs, the NBA's global growth, Manchester's big moment and the latest Giannis debate — all from a UK basketball perspective! 🌍🏀

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The new NBA season is heating up, and we've got three big talking points to get stuck into!

🏀 The 76ers' Hot Start – Philly are flying, but with constant changes to the starting line-up and rotations, can they keep this momentum going? Or will the lack of consistency catch up with them?

🚀 Can the Rockets Keep Rising? – Houston have come out firing, but after last season's playoff disappointment, can they turn this hot start into genuine success when it matters most?

🎯 Are Stretch Fives Losing Their Value? – Players like Myles Turner and Brook Lopez have made a career out of stretching the floor, but is the modern NBA moving away from that archetype? Are stretch fives becoming less valuable?

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Join us as we break down the early-season storylines, question who's for real, and debate the changing value of the modern big man — all from a UK basketball perspective! 🌍🏀

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We're back with another episode as the new NBA season gets underway — and there's already plenty to unpack! 🏀

First up, a nightmare start for the Oklahoma City Thunder, with season-ending injuries to Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace so early in the campaign. 🚨 Just how damaging are these losses for the defending champions, and can OKC overcome another injury setback?

We also discuss LaMelo Ball and his instant impact with the Minnesota Timberwolves. 🌲 Has LaMelo already changed the outlook for Minnesota, and could this partnership be even better than expected?

And finally, things aren't looking quite so smooth in Miami. Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Heat are struggling early on — but should we be concerned? 👀 Is this just a slow start, or are we watching a repeat of Milwaukee's problems? Is it Milwaukee 2.0 in South Beach? 🌴

Join us for injury concerns, early-season reactions and some big questions about the NBA's biggest teams — all from a UK basketball perspective! 🌍🏀

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After what feels like forever, a new NBA season is finally here! 🏀🙌 And we're diving straight into the biggest talking points from opening week.

First up, what on earth happened to the Boston Celtics against the Detroit Pistons? 😳 A huge collapse on opening night leaves us asking whether Boston have more problems than we first thought — and just how dangerous could Detroit be this season?

We also take a moment to celebrate the New York Knicks' championship ring ceremony 🏆🗽. The celebrations are over, but can the Knicks build on last season's success and defend their crown?

And finally, it's a rematch of last year's Western Conference Finals as OKC take on the San Antonio Spurs! ⚡ Can the Thunder remind everyone why they're champions, or are the Spurs ready to make a statement and get revenge?

The wait is over — NBA basketball is BACK! Join us for opening-night reactions, early-season debates and all the latest from across the league, from a UK basketball perspective! 🌍🏀

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We’re looking ahead to the NBA season with some bold predictions! 🏀📋 Who will finish as the No. 1 seed in the Eastern and Western Conferences? Are we backing the favourites, or are there some surprise teams ready to take over?

We also look at the league’s next potential blockbuster moves and debate which NBA stars could be traded next. 🚨💰 Who could be on the move, and where might they end up?

And of course, it's time for everyone's favourite game… WHO HE PLAY FOR?! 😂🏀 We put Humphry's NBA knowledge to the test to see if he can correctly identify which teams some of the league's players represent. How well will he do? 👀

Join us for season predictions, trade speculation and plenty of laughs — all from a UK basketball perspective! 🌍

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We’re back with another episode packed with big NBA debates! 🏀🔥

First up, we discuss Steph Curry re-signing with the Golden State Warriors. Was keeping the greatest shooter of all time the obvious move, or could this be the beginning of the final chapter of Steph’s career? 👀💙💛

We also head to Washington and ask whether the Wizards should be looking to move Anthony Davis as soon as possible. Is it time for Washington to cash in on their superstar big man and build for the future? 🏀💰

And finally, we turn our attention to Ben Simmons and the Sacramento Kings. After years of struggles and setbacks, is Simmons really ready to “dominate” in Sacramento? Or are we expecting too much from the former All-Star? 👀🔥

Join us for big-name debates, bold predictions and plenty of NBA talking points — all from a UK basketball perspective! 🌍🏀

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We’re back with another NBA ranking as we reveal our Top 10 Centers heading into the 2026/27 season! 🏀📋

Who makes the cut? Who gets snubbed? And which big men are truly the best in the league right now? We debate our rankings and put the NBA’s elite centers under the microscope! 👀🔥

We also discuss Jalen Duren’s next contract and ask the big question: is he really worth the $200M+ deal he’s reportedly asking for? 💰🏀 Has Duren done enough to command that kind of money, or would Detroit be taking too big a risk?

And finally, it’s Bam Adebayo vs Karl-Anthony Towns! 🔥 Who is the better overall player? We break down their games, strengths and weaknesses and settle the debate between two of the NBA’s premier big men.

Join us for rankings, contract debates and plenty of big-man arguments — all from a UK basketball perspective! 🌍🏀

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Stateside Report UK – EPISODE 100! 🥳🏀🔥

We’ve hit the big 100-episode milestone! 💯 To celebrate, we’re back with another NBA ranking as we reveal our Top 10 Power Forwards heading into the 2026/27 season! 👀📋

Who makes the cut? Who gets snubbed? And which of the NBA’s biggest stars deserves to be considered among the league’s elite at the four? We debate it all and put our rankings to the test! 🔥

We also dive into Chet Holmgren and ask whether he’s ready for a bounce-back season. After a challenging year, can Chet remind everyone why he was considered one of the NBA’s most exciting young stars? 👀💪

And finally, we head north of the border to discuss Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors. Is Kawhi finally ready to step aside and let Scottie Barnes become the face of Toronto basketball? 🇨🇦🦖

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported Stateside Report UK over the first 100 episodes. Here’s to the next 100! 🥂🏀

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We’re joined by creator and our official ‘Film Correspondent’ @slimdookie for a special joint episode as we look ahead to the brand-new NBA season! 👀🏀

What’s next for Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers after the franchise was found guilty of illegal payments? 💰🚨 Can Kawhi and LA bounce back from the controversy, and what does the future look like for one of the league’s biggest stars?

We also ask the big question: Are the Lakers genuine contenders this season? 🟣🟡 Can Luka and co. make a serious run at the title?

And finally, is AJ Dybantsa a generational rookie? 🌟 We dive into the hype surrounding the young star and debate whether he has what it takes to live up to the enormous expectations.

Join us for season predictions, big debates and plenty of NBA takes — with a little film correspondent energy thrown in! 🎬🌍🏀

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🎙 Stateside Report UK – Episode Highlight: Top 10 Small Forwards & NBA Free Agency Madness 👀🔥

We’re back with another NBA ranking as we reveal our Top 10 Small Forwards heading into the 2026/27 season! 🏀📋

Who makes the cut? Who gets snubbed? And which of the league’s biggest stars deserves a spot among the NBA’s elite at the three? We debate our lists and put the rankings to the test! 👀🔥

We also get into the latest NBA moves, including Klay Thompson’s buyout and reported move to join Giannis Antetokounmpo in Miami 🌴🏀. What could Klay bring to the Heat, and what does his arrival mean for Giannis and Miami?

Plus, we discuss Payton Watson signing with the Cleveland Cavaliers and what the move could mean for the Cavs heading into the new season. 👀

Join us for rankings, free-agency debate and all the latest NBA talking points — from a UK basketball perspective! 🌍🏀

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