Welcome to a special episode of The Baseline NBA Podcast, where we’re gearing up for an electrifying NBA Play-In Tournament! Get ready for a deep dive into the matchups that have everyone talking:

Heat vs Sixers: The Miami Heat are set to bring the heat to Philadelphia, facing off against the 76ers in a game that promises to be a clash of titans. With both teams having faced injuries and setbacks throughout the season, they’re now on a collision course where only one can advance. Joel Embiid vs Jimmy Butler who ya got?

Lakers vs Pelicans: It’s a battle of the titans in the West as the Los Angeles Lakers take on the New Orleans Pelicans. With LeBron James and Anthony Davis leading the charge for the Lakers, they’re looking to secure a playoff spot against Zion Williamson and the Pelicans.

Hawks vs Bulls: The Atlanta Hawks soar into Chicago to face the Bulls in what’s shaping up to be a nail-biter. With Trae Young’s play-in pedigree and the Bulls locked in with DeMar DeRozan's clutch play this isn't your ordinary 9-10 game.

Warriors vs Kings: The Golden State Warriors are set to battle the Sacramento Kings in a Northern California rivalry that’s more than just a game. With both teams having split their season series, this game is the ultimate tiebreaker with a playoff berth on the line. Will Steph Curry foil the plans for the Kings to light the beam for the playoffs?

Finally, we break down the battles for the 8 seed with our predicted winners from the above games.


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This week we autopsy the Nets and Blazers. Alot of talent on their rosters but with the organizational turmoil that has plagued these teams have calculated moves backfired on their future outlook? Are players like Mikail Bridges and Scoot Henderson "cornerstone" players? Lots of questions on these teams. Hope we can find some answers.

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This week we autopsy the Grizzlies and the Raptors. Two teams taking two very different paths to re-insert themselves into the play in/off contention after a disappointing and injury ridden '23-'24 campaign. 



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This episode of The Baseline NBA dives into the challenging 2023-2024 seasons for the Charlotte Hornets and San Antonio Spurs in our "Autopsy Report" segment. We'll dissect what went wrong for both teams, especially for the Hornets with a young star in LaMelo Ball, and how the Spurs can build around the franchise talent of Victor Wembanyama quickly.


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Scalpels are out as we dissect what went wrong for the Washington Wizards and Detroit Pistons in 23-24

This episode of The Baseline NBA Podcast takes a deep dive into both Eastern Conference squads in our "Autopsy Report" segment.

Dissecting the Salary Cap: Can the Wizards build around Kyle Kuzma and Jordan Poole with their current financial situation? Are there tough decisions ahead for the Pistons regarding the supporting cast around Cade Cunningham?

Free Agency Frenzy: Who are the key free agents for both teams? What moves can they make to improve their fortunes? Buckle up, because it's gonna be a surgical breakdown on The Baseline NBA Podcast!

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This week we discuss players who can influence their teams play in/playoff chances in the East and West.

Eastern Conference:
Jalen Johnson - Hawks
Tobias Harris - Sixers
Ayo Dosunmu - Bulls
Aaron Nesmith - Pacers
Donte DiVincenzo- Knicks

Western Conference:
Naz Reid- Wolves
D'Angelo Russell - Lakers
Trey Murphy - Pelicans
Keegan Murray- Kings

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This Week:

LeBron James reaches a STAGGERING 40,000 points, James Harden and Andre Drummond make HISTORY, and the NBA asks a BIG question: is the league TOO OFFENSIVE?

Plus, injury updates on Trae Young, Scottie Barnes, and Russell Westbrook.

And in our Sophomore Check-In, we see how Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren, Jaden Ivey, Jabari Smith, Jeremy Sochan, Jalen Williams, and the rest of the 2023 class are FARING this season!



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The first-week post-All-Star is bumping with news including a few NBA scuffles exhibiting the sense of urgency in the league's stretch run. Amidst the fray, the Mavericks have been playing their best basketball on both sides of the floor. We are joined by Kevin Gray Jr Host of Inside The Mavs to break down what's different in Dallas.

3:43 NBA Flares up on the rise
7:45 Victor Wembanyama's 5x5 game
12:00 Brooklyn Fires Jacque Vaughn. Is there a direction in BK?
19:40 Steve Kerr secures a two-year contract extension worth $35 million. Are the Dubs ever breaking up?
24:16 Minnesota Mike: Conley extends with the Wolves
28:27 Are the Mavs contenders and Luka Doncic's case for MVP

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We discuss NBA All Star Weekend and assess if the NBA got is right this past weekend.

All-Star Saturday
- Team Pacers win the Skills Competition
- Damian Lillard repeats as 3pt Champion
- Steph Curry defeated Sabrina Ionescu in 3pt Challenge
- Mac McClung repeats as the slam dunk champion
- All-Star Game: East 211- West 186

Walmart Read:

Did you know there's a whole collection of black-led products that fit into your daily routine and lifestyle that you can get at Walmart?

And it's so important that we show black founders some love not just during Black History Month but all year long. Because every time we buy a black-led brand we're making room or creating demand for another black-led brand. Black founders and the products they bring to the table are creating a whole new world of choices at Walmart.

Some of the products I want to check out are Natural Vert Granola, Zach and Zoe Honey, Scotch Porter Beard Balm and Partake cookies. Go to walmart.com/blackandunlimited to discover all the amazing black-owned products that you can add to your daily routine.

- LeBron James: All-Star record
Will we see another 20x time all-star?

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Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson joins the show to discuss the winners and losers of the NBA Trade Deadline and what possibilities can emerge from the Buyout Market.

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