The Starters

The Starters

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The Starters episodes

  • The Drop - 'Melo, Bucks, #SleepingInMyCupChallenge
    On today's Drop, the guys discuss Leigh's spicy 'Melo tweet, the Bucks statement win over the Warriors, the Suns' epic collapse, Rozier trade rumors, All-Star Game reform, and early 2018 NBA Draft steals. That, plus crosswalk etiquette, bad habits, animal imitations, and Matty O introduces the #SleepingInMyCupChallenge.
    1 hr 18 min
  • Thu. Nov. 8 - Why So Serious?
    On Thu.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys discuss why Nikola Jokic isn't taking any shots, the best dunk of the night, conflicting Terry Rozier trade rumors, and Tyson Chandler's immediate impact with the Lakers. All that, plus Headband LeBron and UFC Shaq in the Meme Team.
    24 min
  • Wed. Nov. 7 - Blazing Blazers, Wall, Sky Miles
    On Wed.'s ep. of The Starters, the guys discuss whether the Blazers are for real, if the Wizards can realistically trade John Wall, and why Miles Bridges needs a Dunk Contest invite. That, plus dark horse MVPs, televising the All-Star Draft, 80s shows, and fake in-arena entertainment bits.
    23 min
  • Tue. Nov. 6 - Check The Polls!
    On Tue.'s Election Day special, The Starters check the polls in regards to whether Jamal Murray was disrespectful, which team is the biggest train wreck, and the league's second-best team. That, plus Hall of Famer Grant Hill swings by the studio to talk Trae Young, The Debate Boyz are back, and a Very Solid Play.
    24 min
  • The Drop - Jamal Murray, Raptors, Disappointments
    On today's Drop, the guys discuss Jamal Murray's 48-point night, the Celtics' frustration with his final shot, whether the Raptors still have another gear, disappointing teams, and underrated players. That, plus Leigh's Vegas hydration story, NBA trivia, new looks, and Cousin Stavros returns for Top 5.
    1 hr 7 min
  • Mon. Nov. 5 - Tyson, Rockets, Sexton
    On Mon.'s episode of The Starters, the guys discuss whether Tyson Chandler can help the Lakers, the Rockets' players-only huddle, if J.R.was trolling Sexton, and Greek-on-Greek dunk crime. That, plus Uncle Splash joins us live from The Bay to set up Grizz-Warriors, new Weekend Whoopsies, NBA cheeses, and more.
    23 min
  • The Drop - Celtics, Fox, Wizards, Cousins
    On today's Drop, the guys discuss the Bucks-Celtics game, De'Aaron Fox's star potential, which team is the bigger mess (Wizards or Rockets), and Kerr's comments about Cousins. That, plus Worst of the Week nominees, the new City Edition jerseys, our SmackDown Live experience, Halloween candy, 5-star reviews, and so much more.
    1 hr 32 min
  • Thu. Nov. 1 - D-Rose, JR, Dinwiddie
    On Thu.'s episode of The Starters, the guys discuss D-Rose's 50-point night, J.R. asking the Cavs to trade him, and Dinwiddie's vendetta against the Pistons. That, plus our favorite 'City Edition' jerseys, Matthews' bizarre late-game foul, Draymond's DPOY desire, and a Halloween-heavy edition of the Meme Team.
    23 min
  • Wed. Oct. 31 - Halloween Special VI
    On today's sixth Halloween Special, The Starters - a.k.a. Austin Rivers Powers, Fat Lever Bastard, Dr. Evil J, and GoldWebber - discuss the latest Jimmy Butler news, whether the Rockets can get their swagger back, and Beverley-Westbrook reigniting their feud. That, plus SAC rookie Marvin Bagley III joins us in studio to discuss his Kings hot start, and we have a special spooky edition of Crossfire.
    23 min

About The Starters

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The Starters is a daily NBA podcast hosted by J.E. Skeets and Tas Melas that breaks down the league's biggest games, story lines, and off-court antics.