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Dunc'd On Basketball NBA Podcast
Nate Duncan
Nate Duncan hosts the most in-depth NBA basketball podcast, featuring detailed game breakdowns, salary cap analysis, and scouting.
- 20 episodes
- Updated Thursday
Episodes20
- DOMonday · 2 hr 9 min
LeBron James to Philly + Summer League Prospects: OKC, CHA, DET, TOR, SAS
LeBron James stuns everyone by agreeing to join the Philadelphia 76ers. He said it was about the best chance to win, so how good is this Sixers team in the East? What is the best way to maximize the talents of Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, Jaylen Brown, LeBron, and Embiid? Are they going to be able to guard anyone? Plus, should LeBron have chosen another team as the best shot of winning a championship? Nate and Danny continue their review of every relevant player in Summer League, continuing thro
- DOJuly 21 · 1 hr 47 min
Dort/Risacher Trade; OKC, ATL, DAL, WAS, MEM, CHI Offseasons
Nate and Danny go long on the fascinating Dort/Risacher trade. Was this the right way to save money by OKC? And was giving up on Risacher the right move for Atlanta? Then, we break down the offseasons with our letter grading system for OKC, ATL, DAL, WAS, MEM and CHI, before hitting on some news including Matisse Thybulle in LA. 0:42 – Oklahoma City Thunder 31:06 – Atlanta Hawks 53:56 – Dallas Mavericks 1:07:32 – Washington Wizards 1:18:41 – Memphis Grizzlies 1:27:32 – Chicago Bulls
- DOJuly 17 · 17 min
Summer League Prospect Review
Nate and Danny start their breakdown of all the projected roster players in Summer League with Washington Wizards AJ Dybantsa, Will Riley and Tre Johnson.
- DOJuly 14 · 1 hr 13 min
Bucks Circumvention; Victor’s Discount; WATFOs
We discuss why the Milwaukee Bucks should be punished for their blatant circumvention of the salary cap with Gary Trent Jr, and whether it’s the most ridiculous contract in NBA history. Victor Wembanyama limits himself to the 25% max. How does that simplify the Spurs’ future? Plus, WATFOs on Bronny James, Jaylen Brown in Philly, the dregs of the West, the Bucks being punished, and Bronny James.
- DOJuly 10 · 57 min
Darryn vs AJ; Kawhi On Hold; LeBron Annoys
We give our early summer league impressions on Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa, and Cam Boozer. Then, what to make of the Kawhi Leonard trade being on hold? Is this evidence that the league is handling this the wrong way? We also talk about the ongoing LeBron James drama on where he will play next year, and where he should play next year. Plus, the latest on Peyton Watson and the Clippers and breaking down the six-team trade.
- DOJuly 6 · 45 min
It’s Not the 2nd Apron
A news catch-up on the DFS trade to Charlotte, Ayton trade to Washington, and something being rotten in the state of Denver. Plus, Nate and Danny explains why the people who are focusing so much on the Second Apron as the explanation for the Jaylen Brown trade are way, way off.
- DOJuly 3 · 40 min
Jaylen Brown Trade
We break down the gobsmacking Jaylen Brown trade, then look at the many other signings league-wide on a Day 2 of Free Agency that did not disappoint. 0:00 — Jaylen Brown trade setup 1:08 — Boston’s side of the Jaylen Brown trade 9:15 — Celtics’ asset return and long-term direction 13:02 — Evaluating Jaylen Brown’s value 19:51 — Brown’s playoff skill set and Boston’s risk 28:26 — Philadelphia’s side of the Jaylen Brown trade 37:43 — Sixers roster after the trade
- DOJuly 1 · 36 min
Kawhi Leonard Back to Toronto!
The Raptors acquire Kawhi Leonard for 2 picks, a swap, and Brandon Ingram. How good can the Raptors be now in the East? Was it worth pushing their chips in to get Kawhi now? And how do we feel about what they gave up to get him? For the Clippers, was this a better move than keeping Kawhi and extending him? And should the Spurs have gotten involved if this were the price?
- DOJune 30 · 2 hr 6 min
Setting the Table for 2026 Free Agency; Ja and Miles Bridges Trades
Nate and Danny try to figure out what on Earth Portland is doing with the stunning Ja Morant trade. We also tell you exactly what Phoenix and Charlotte are doing with the Miles Bridges trade. Then, they set the table for 2026 free agency, running down all the key moves, option decisions, qualifying offers, and rumors that will shape the next few days. 0:00 — Ja Morant to Portland / Memphis fallout 20:14 — Miles Bridges to Phoenix 31:24 — Charlotte’s side of the Bridges deal 35:10 — Warriors possibilities 42:59 — Lakers and Jalen Duren 48:24 — Kings as a Duren suitor 53:42 — Pistons roster decisions 59:25 — Kings dump Devin Carter 1:06:13 — Grizzlies cleanup 1:08:20 — Heat/Wiggins extension 1:11:34 — Hawks/Kuminga/Hield 1:15:50 — Clippers/Kawhi possibilities 1:23:02 — Clippers smaller decisions 1:25:46 — Rockets plans 1:28:58 — Quick hits: Pacers/Bucks/Wolves 1:31:18 — Knicks moves 1:35:41 — Thunder apron decisions 1:38:04 — Cavaliers/Sixers cap questions 1:41:52 — Spurs offseason 1:45:50 — Jazz/Kessler/Nurkić 1:48:43 — Raptors/Celtics/Nets decisions 1:52:59 — More Spurs/Magic/Mavs notes 1:54:57 — Malik Beasley gambling indictment 2:00:29 — Nuggets/Jokić extension watch and closing questions Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- DOJune 24 · 1 hr 43 min
NBA Draft 2026
Nate and Danny go through all 30 picks of the first round. What do the top-4 teams look like after a chalk first few picks including AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cam Boozer, and Caleb Wilson? Did the Clips and Nets make the right picks with Keaton Wagler and Mikel Brown Jr? And how do the Pacers/Clippers and Nets Rockets trades look now that we know who was available at 5 and 6? Then we break down the rest of the first round, including which teams got Danny’s guys. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- DOJune 22 · 1 hr 4 min
Hawks Make Moves; Suns Retentions; Knicks Cheaping Out? Keaton Wagler Scouting Report
Atlanta brings back CJ McCollum and trades for Aaron Wiggins. What roads are now open to them with Jonathan Kuminga’s team option? Phoenix gets two bargains on underrated rotation players Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin, but what does that mean for Mark Williams? 13:47 James Dolan says the Knicks would be suicidal to go into the second apron. If he means it, does it mean the Knicks are cheaping out? Plus, rumors on the Wolves, Nuggets and Nets. 19:22 Keaton Wagler of Illinois is a very polarizing prospect, and Nate and Danny are at opposite poles. 33:13 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- DOJune 19 · 1 hr 14 min
Jonathan Givony of DraftExpress on the 2026 Draft
Jonathan Givony gives his unique perspective on the NBA draft, having followed all of these players around the world for years. He has Darryn Peterson #1, Nate has AJ Dybantsa, and they both make their arguments as to why. Further discussions include Cam Boozer’s defense and scoring upside, Caleb Wilson’s rise, the volatility of Mikel Brown Jr., which of the point guards we like most in the top-10, how Aday Mara compares to Donovan Clingan, and much more.
- DOJune 19 · 15 min
AJ Dybantsa Scouting Report
It’s time to break down the last of the contenders for a top-4 pick, AJ Dybantsa out of BYU. He has some unique abilities for the type of player he is, but also some scary red flags. How will it all add up for him?
- DOJune 18 · 1 hr 26 min
Mock Offseason 2026
It’s here! Keith Smith of Spotrac joins Dan Feldman, Danny Leroux, and Nate to try to find homes for all the key free agents and trade candidates this offseason. How much do teams have to spend, and what are their goals? Where do Giannis, (Jaylen Brown?), Kawhi, Trey Murphy III, and other trade candidates land? Do the Nuggets need a major shake-up? What can the Lakers do with Austin Reaves and LeBron James? Join us for Part 1! Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- DOJune 16 · 1 hr 26 min
Kingston Flemings Scouting Report; LAL and GSW Offseasons
We look at our first pure point guard prospect in this with Kingston Flemings out of Houston. How does he compare to current NBA floor generals? Then, the Lakers’ offseason takes center stage. They’re faced with a choice of retaining their current free agents, using cap space, or trading for higher-end players than the ones they have? Who are some realistic names for them to go after? Should they prioritize LeBron and Rui or door number 2? 31:30 Golden State has nearly their full complement of draft picks, but desperately needs help on the wing and more creation with Jimmy Butler still sidelined. Could they get Giannis? If not, what are some lower level moves they can make to tread water until Butler returns? 55:30 Get 35% off a new membership to Dunc'd On Prime! Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- DOJune 14 · 1 hr 18 min
The New York Knicks are 2026 NBA Champions
The Knicks pulled out yet another clutch win against the Spurs to complete one of the most dominant playoff runs in NBA history. Jalen Brunson put up one of the best Finals closeout games ever as a deserving MVP. We break down all the nuts and bolts of this game, and then give the Knicks all the flowers we possibly can. For San Antonio, we assess how to put this series into context. They controlled large swaths, yet still lost 4-1 and choked away several games. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- DOJune 10 · 25 min
MIA Offseason
The Miami Heat have been mired in the play-in. Should they pursue Giannis to get them out of it? What about lower-level moves for someone like Ja Morant or Darius Garland? How would those moves work?
- DOJune 8 · 1 hr 16 min
Caleb Wilson Scouting Report; Boston Celtics Offseason Outlook
Nate and Danny break down the fascinating Caleb Wilson out of North Carolina. Does he rate above or below Cameron Boozer? We dig into his measurements, athleticism, finishing, jumper, passing flashes, defensive tools, and positional projection. Then we compare his archetype to other modern forwards and debate how to think about his upside. After that, we turn to Boston’s offseason. (54:31) What paths are available for the Celtics to get back to championship contention? Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- DOJune 6 · 59 min
2026 NBA Finals Game 2
The New York Knicks stunned the Spurs by taking Game 2 to become only the 3rd Finals team to win the first two games on the road. We break down how the Knicks controlled the meat of the game, the Spurs roared back, and how Victor Wembanyama had an all-time (lowercase) goat moment with his late turnover. What, if anything, can the Spurs do to get back in the series? Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! Subscribe on YouTube to get Dunc'd On Clutch Calls, Real Video Scouts, and more. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.