The NBA just announced a major overhaul to All-Star Weekend: a brand-new World vs. USA format with three teams, round-robin games, and a completely redesigned selection system. In this episode, Mo Mooncey, Coach Brendan Suhr, and Frank Isola break down exactly how the new All-Star format works, why fans are confused, and whether this change will fix the league’s biggest exhibition problem.

We also dive deep into the Dallas Mavericks front-office meltdown, the Luka Doncic–Anthony Davis trade disaster, and the chain reaction that led to Nico Harrison being fired. Frank explains how the deal really happened, who knew about it, and why the league reacted the way it did.

This episode covers:
– NBA All-Star format explained
– World vs USA debate
– Why players stopped taking All-Star seriously
– Nico Harrison firing breakdown
– Luka/AD trade fallout
– How front offices actually make (and ruin) trades
– Untold stories from decades covering the NBA 

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This episode cuts through noise. Cade Cunningham claims MVP status as Detroit climbs from historic losing to the top of the East. Jalen Duren looks like a future anchor. Dallas sinks while the Cooper Flag point-guard experiment shows its limits. Klay Thompson falls off, can he get back? Luka and JJ Redick keep the Lakers afloat without LeBron. LeBron conditioning with the G-League is floated as a practical ramp-up. OKC remains relentless with real depth and coaching. Clippers look old and slow; their future assets funnel toward Philadelphia. Quick hit breakdowns, no fluff.

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Coach Darvin Ham joins the show for an in-depth breakdown of his time with the Los Angeles Lakers, coaching LeBron James, working with Russell Westbrook, and why the narrative around his exit was wrong. He explains how the roster was built, what actually happened in the locker room, why Westbrook was misunderstood, and how the Lakers reached the Western Conference Finals. Ham also details his dominance in the NBA Cup, his philosophy on coaching elite stars, and how the 2004 Detroit Pistons would translate in today’s NBA, as well as much more in this conversation with Mo Mooncey & Brendan Suhr!

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Ever wondered how to get a job in the NBA? ESPN insider and former Brooklyn Nets Assistant GM Bobby Marks joins Mo Mooncey and Coach Brendan Suhr to reveal the real path into the league - from his $19K internship with the New Jersey Nets to 30 years inside NBA front offices.

Bobby shares behind-the-scenes stories on:
 • How to actually break into an NBA team or front office
 • The truth about the Celtics–Nets trade that changed basketball forever
 • What every aspiring GM, scout, or analyst should learn right now
 • How the new CBA will reshape salaries, trades, and player development

This is a masterclass on how the NBA really works - from the man who’s lived it.

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The Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat are tearing up the NBA with a brand new style of play. No superstar dominance, no one-man show - just depth, pace, and relentless energy. Billy Donovan has the Bulls running 11-man rotations like it’s the playoffs, while Erik Spoelstra has the Heat ditching traditional play calls for pure chaos.

In this episode of the Hoop Genius Podcast, we break down how these two teams are catching the league off guard, why their approach is so hard to play against, and what it means for the rest of the Eastern Conference.

We also take a look at the Philadelphia 76ers, Milwaukee Bucks, Charlotte Hornets and more from the first week of the 2025-26 NBA Season

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The NBA season is heating up: some teams and players are on fire, while others are ice cold. In this episode, we break down the biggest hot starts and cold starts across the league so far.

⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 - welcome to the show
01:07 - performers of the week
06:26 - disaster in Dallas?
11:52 - Houston, we have a problem
15:11 - Celtics collapse again and again
23:50 - the Knicks are BALLIN'
29:30 - it's Wemby's world, we're just living in it
31:57 - Uncle Al still at it for the Warriors
37:03 - NBA Cup special!
52:23 - the "drama" from the NBA this week

We cover:
• Hot: Wembanyama, Knicks’ identity shift, Bulls bench, Aaron Gordon surge
• Cold: Mavs’ early mess, Rockets’ zone disaster, Celtics’ blown leads
• Also: copy-paste type offenses, injuries from short training camps, NBA Cup incentives & picks

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NBA legend Isiah Thomas joins the show for an unfiltered interview about his career, his rivalries, and his thoughts on today’s NBA. From beating Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird at their peak, to the infamous “Jordan Rules”, to how the game has changed in 2025 - Isiah doesn’t hold back.

We cover:
- How the Bad Boys Pistons took down Jordan, Magic & Bird
- The truth about the Jordan Rules
- Why Isiah believes today’s NBA is easier to win
- Larry Bird’s greatness and the battles of the 80s
- Why Isiah says he was the blueprint for the modern point guard
- Thoughts on defense, coaching, and how the game has evolved

This is one of the most honest interviews you’ll ever see from a Hall of Famer, 2x NBA Champion, and one of the greatest point guards of all time.

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⚡ The Ultimate NBA Championship and MVP Hot Take! ⚡

Mo Mooncey & 2x NBA Champion Brendan Suhr bring you their 2025-26 NBA champions and award predictions!

The reigning champs are being called a FRAUD! On this episode, we lay down our official predictions for the NBA Finals winner and every major individual award (MVP, DPOY, ROY, etc.).

We go all-in on a piping hot take: Coach Suhr believes the OKC Thunder will NOT repeat as champions, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is NOT walking away with another MVP trophy. Who is the dark horse we're picking to dethrone them? Who is the unexpected MVP candidate ready for the biggest jump? We break down the toughest picks.

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Check out Larry's show "Switch the Play" on the Men in Blazers network!

Larry Nance Jr. joins Mo Mooncey and he GOES OFF: "I LOVE FOOTBALL MORE Than Basketball!" 🤯 The NBA star and Leeds United owner discusses the Cavs, GOAT debate, and his controversial future!

Cleveland Cavaliers forward and surprise Premier League soccer investor Larry Nance Jr. sits down for an exclusive, wide-ranging discussion about his life on and off the court.

In this can't-miss interview, Larry doesn't hold back on his viral claim: "Soccer is TOUGHER than Basketball!" We dive deep into his obsession with European Football, his role as a Leeds United minority owner, and the surprising reasons why so many NBA players are obsessed with the game.

Plus, Larry breaks down the biggest debates in sports, including:
- Who are The Real GOATs in sports history? (Jordan vs. LeBron vs. Messi vs. Ronaldo)

- His expectations and the real goals for the Cleveland Cavaliers this upcoming NBA season.

- The impact of his ownership and podcast, Switch the Play, on his basketball career.

- His return to the Cavs and the mentality needed for a deep NBA Playoff run.

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Mo Mooncey & 2x NBA Champion Brendan Suhr bring you their NBA OFFSEASON WINNERS AND LOSERS MOCK DRAFT 2025.

After the NBA Free Agency, Trades, and Signings: the ultimate NBA Offseason Review podcast is here! We've completed our Mock Draft to definitively rank the Best and Worst moves of the summer. Find out which NBA teams truly FAILED or COOKED and deserve the title of Biggest Losers or Winners after this flurry of NBA Free Agency signings and trades.

Did your team make an all-time Disaster move? We break down every major NBA Offseason transaction, from star trades to sneaky minimum contract hidden gems.

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