Nerd Sesh

Two sports super nerds provide passionate and informative analysis on the NBA and NFL while also bringing a deep knowledge of their histories and unrivaled trivia chops.

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June 23 · 46 min
Giannis Trade Reaction
The nerds react to the NBA's blockbuster move of the summer as Giannis Antetokounmpo was traded to the Miami Heat in exchange for Tyler Herro and a number of young assets for the Milwaukee Bucks. They discuss whether this move makes the Heat legit contenders, if the Bucks got a good return for their impending rebuild and if the Boston Celtics lost big by missing out. Then, they react to the Minnesota Timberwolves dumping Julius Randle's salary and the Washington Wizards shelling out a huge contract to Trae Young. Download Cash App Today: CASHAPP10 #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Timestamps 00:00:18 - Giannis Antetokounmpo trade 00:25:12 - Julius Randle traded to Nets 00:36:48 - Trae Young re-signed See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 22 · 2 hr 49 min
Top 50 Players in NBA History (#40-31)
The nerds continue their rankings of the Top 50 players in NBA history with Nos. 40-31! They discuss 90s greats like Clyde Drexler, Reggie Miller, Patrick Ewing and Karl Malone, break down the case for active stars like Anthony Davis, Kawhi Leonard and Jayson Tatum, debate whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander or James Harden should rank higher all-time today and disagree strongly over the placement of David Robinson. Timestamps 00:00:47 - #50-#41 List Recap 00:02:53 - James Harden 00:24:21 - Bob Pettit 00:28:26 - Clyde Drexler 00:40:18 - Reggie Miller 00:48:30 - Bill Walton 00:56:50 - Jason Kidd 01:01:57 - Jayson Tatum 01:07:49 - John Stockton 01:16:54 - Isiah Thomas 01:21:18 - Patrick Ewing 01:35:25 - Karl Malone 01:42:39 - Elgin Baylor 01:52:16 - Anthony Davis 02:00:09 - John Havlicek 02:09:51 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 02:23:38 - Scottie Pippen 02:29:07 - David Robinson 02:38:18 - Kawhi Leonard 02:46:52 - #40-#31 List Recap Download Cash App Today: CASHAPP10 #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 19 · 2 hr 58 min
Nerd Sesh x Stay Hot - HARD NFL Trivia: Rodgers Teammates, Panthers Leaders, Drafting Smells
The nerds are joined by Theo Ash, Matthew Sponhour and Blaiden Kirk of the Stay Hot podcast for another wonderful NFL trivia collab, taking a stab at the most-watched sporting events on the globe in honor of the World Cup, diving into the history of Carolina Panthers' league leaders and recalling some of Aaron Rodgers most obscure receivers. Then, they go head-to-head drafting smells and plays in NFL history, guess who some of football's great nicknames belong to and conclude with an epic NBA question brought by Matt for the nerds. Timestamps 00:00:18 - Lists! 01:26:24 - Drafts! 02:06:40 - Games! 02:40:13 - Matt's Bonus Question See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 17 · 1 hr 20 min
NBA Mock Draft
The nerds break down their NBA lottery mock draft, discussing why the Washington Wizards should select AJ Dybantsa, diving into Darryn Peterson's perfect fit with the Utah Jazz, explaining why Yaxel Lendeborg would be a game changer for the Golden State Warriors and analyzing how the OKC Thunder could steal Aday Mara. Timestamps 00:00:18 - WAS 00:05:23 - UTA 00:13:41 - MEM 00:18:57 - CHI 00:22:26 - LAC 00:29:09 - BKN 00:33:16 - SAC 00:37:52 - ATL 00:45:58 - DAL 00:49:15 - MIL 00:53:13 - GSW 00:57:51 - OKC 01:04:18 - MIA 01:08:01 - CHA 01:17:53 - Mock Draft Recap See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 15 · 2 hr 53 min
Top 50 Players in NBA History (#50-41)
The nerds begin the herculean task of ranking the Top 50 players in NBA history, discussing whether active greats like Damian Lillard, Russell Westbrook and Jimmy Butler have earned a spot on the list, fiercely debating whether Joel Embiid belongs at all, disagreeing over where Luka Doncic would rank if his career ended today and agreeing that Ray Allen is objectively the 44th-greatest player in NBA history. Timestamps 00:00:18 - Criteria 00:09:35 - Honorable Mentions 00:35:52 - Jason Kidd 00:44:44 - Isiah Thomas 00:55:48 - Russell Westbrook 01:03:37- Jimmy Butler 01:12:59 - James Worthy 01:18:41 - Joel Embiid 01:29:29 - Manu Ginobili 01:38:14 - Luka Doncic 01:49:51 - Chris Webber 01:56:49 - Bill Walton 02:01:23 - Reggie Miller 02:06:23 - Paul Pierce 02:11:01 - Ray Allen 02:18:39 - Damian Lillard 02:29:19 - Clyde Drexler 02:33:32 - Gary Payton 02:39:44 - Walt Frazier 02:44:58 - George Gervin 02:51:04 - #50-#41 List Recap See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 14 · 2 hr 13 min
NBA Finals Game 5 Reaction: Brunson & Knicks ARE CHAMPIONS over Wemby & Spurs
The nerds react to Game 5 of the NBA Finals as Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns & the New York Knicks win the NBA title over Victor Wembanyama, De’Aaron Fox & the San Antonio Spurs! Go to NordVPN.com/NERDSESH for an exclusive deal! Check out Shopify.com/NERDSESH Timestamps 00:00:18 - G5 Reaction 01:07:15 - Superchats See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 12 · 2 hr 50 min
NBA Draft Big Board (Top 20 Prospects)
The nerds rank their Top 20 prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft, discussing Logan's intense love affair with older men, whether Darius Acuff, Keaton Wagler, Mikel Brown Jr. or Labaron Philon is the best guard in the second-tier, and revisiting if AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer or Darryn Peterson should go No. 1 overall. Go to NordVPN.com/NERDSESH for an exclusive deal! Check out Shopify.com/NERDSESH Timestamps 00:00:18 - Morez Johnson Jr. 00:07:09 - Nate Ament 00:12:59 - Zuby Ejiofor 00:18:58 - Allen Graves 00:24:51 - Henri Veesar 00:29:03 - Bennett Stirtz 00:34:46 - Alex Karaban 00:39:58 - Ebuka Okorie 00:47:01 - Hannes Steinbach 00:56:20 - Isaiah Evans 01:00:06 - Cameron Carr 01:04:51 - Labaron Philon Jr. 01:10:26 - Jayden Quaintance 01:15:56 - Kingston Flemings 01:22:48 - Dailyn Swain 01:27:33 - Joshua Jefferson 01:34:19 - Aday Mara 01:40:53 - Mikel Brown Jr. 01:48:37 - Brayden Burries 01:53:45 - Keaton Wagler 02:00:32 - Yaxel Lendebourg 02:07:01 - Darius Acuff Jr. 02:14:40 - Caleb Wilson 02:21:23 - Cameron Boozer 02:31:30 - Darryn Peterson 02:37:50 - A.J. Dybantsa See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 11 · 1 hr 48 min
NBA Finals Game 4 Reaction: Brunson & Knicks PULL OFF GOAT COMEBACK over Wemby & Spurs
The nerds react to Game 4 of the NBA Finals as Victor Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs fall to Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks after the greatest comeback in NBA history. Check out Shopify.com/NERDSESH Timestamps 00:00:18 - G4 Reaction 00:58:54 - Superchats See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 9 · 1 hr 55 min
NBA Finals Game 3 Reaction: Wemby & Spurs WIN CLUTCH GAME vs. Brunson & Knicks
The nerds react to Game 3 of the NBA Finals as Victor Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs look to bounce back vs. Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks. Use code NERDSESH for 20% off at basedbodyworks.com Check out Shopify.com/NERDSESH Timestamps 00:00:18 - G3 Reaction 01:00:58 - Superchats See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 6 · 1 hr 28 min
NBA Finals Game 2 Reaction: Brunson & Knicks WIN CLASSIC over Wemby & Spurs
The nerds react to Game 2 of the NBA Finals as Victor Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs look to bounce back vs. Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks. Use code NERDSESH for 20% off at basedbodyworks.com Timestamps 00:00:18 - G2 Reaction 00:50:20 - Superchats See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 4 · 1 hr 38 min
NBA Finals Game 1 Takeaways, What’s Next For Thunder, Giannis & LeBron Best Destinations
The nerds give their biggest takeaways from Game 1 of the NBA Finals as Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks' offense out-dueled Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. Then, they discuss what's next for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & the Oklahoma City Thunder, discuss how the Cleveland Cavaliers can possibly improve without blowing things up, and dive into the most likely offseason outcomes for LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Timestamps 00:00:18 - What was the biggest takeaway from Finals Game 1? 00:25:47 - Is De’Aaron Fox the biggest dropper of the playoffs? 00:47:11 - What does OKC have to change to win it all next season? 01:10:18 - What has to change for CLE to become a legit contender? 01:22:12 - Who is more likely to leave this offseason: Giannis or LeBron? Use code NERDSESH for 20% off at basedbodyworks.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 4 · 1 hr 11 min
NBA Finals Game 1 Reaction: Brunson & Knicks BEST Wemby & Spurs in CLUTCH
The nerds react to Game 1 of the NBA Finals, as Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks grab a huge clutch win over Victor Wembanyama, De’Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs. Use code NERDSESH for 20% off at basedbodyworks.com Timestamps 00:00:18 - G1 Reaction 00:48:28 - Superchats See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 2 · 1 hr 5 min
NBA Finals Prediction: Will Wemby & Spurs or Brunson & Knicks MAKE HISTORY?
The nerds make their full predictions for the upcoming NBA Finals matchup between Victor Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox & the San Antonio Spurs against Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns & the New York Knicks. Timestamps 00:00:18 - Series hype 00:05:26 - NYK Keys 00:27:12 - SAS Keys 00:53:33 - Finals Predictions 00:59:57 - A.J. Brown trade reaction See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 1 · 29 min
INSTANT REACTION: Myles Garrett TRADED to Rams, Jared Verse to Browns
The nerds react to the shocking news that Myles Garrett has been traded to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for Jared Verse and additional draft compensation back to the Cleveland Browns. Timestamps 00:00:18 - Los Angeles Rams 00:19:12 - Cleveland Browns See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 31 · 2 hr 23 min
WCF Game 7 Reaction: Wemby & Spurs WIN CLASSIC over SGA & OKC to reach NBA FINALS
The nerds react to Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder battle Victor Wembanyama, De’Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs for a spot in the NBA Finals. Check out warbyparker.com/NERDSESH Timestamps 00:00:18 - G7 Reaction 01:11:05 - Superchats See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 29 · 1 hr 48 min
WCF Game 6 Reaction: Wemby & Spurs CRUSH SGA & Thunder to FORCE GAME 7
The nerds react to Victor Wembanyama, Dylan Harper & the San Antonio Spurs DOMINATING Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren & the Oklahoma City Thunder to force a Game 7 in the Western Conference Finals! Check out warbyparker.com/NERDSESH Timestamps 00:00:18 - G6 Reaction 00:59:59 - Superchats See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 27 · 1 hr 29 min
WCF Game 5 Reaction: SGA & Thunder BOUNCE BACK vs. Wemby & Spurs
The nerds react to Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren & the Oklahoma City Thunder look to respond vs. Victor Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox & the San Antonio Spurs. Check out warbyparker.com/NERDSESH Timestamps 00:00:18 - G5 Reaction 00:54:44 - Superchats See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 26 · 1 hr 17 min
ECF Game 4 Reaction: Brunson & Knicks SWEEP Mitchell & Cavaliers in UGLY fashion
The nerds react to Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals, breaking down how Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns & the New York Knicks finished off Donovan Mitchell, James Harden & the Cleveland Cavaliers in a sweep. Check out warbyparker.com/NERDSESH Timestamps 00:00:18 - G4 Reaction 00:49:51 - Superchats See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 25 · 1 hr 14 min
WCF Game 4 Reaction: Wemby & Spurs CRUSH Shai & Thunder
The nerds react to Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, as Victor Wembanyama, De’Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs respond in their epic battle against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Don’t sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code NERDSESH at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad Go to Shopify.com/NERDSESH Timestamps 00:00:18 - G4 Reaction 00:40:40 - Superchats See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 24 · 1 hr 23 min
ECF Game 3 Reaction: Brunson & Knicks EMBARRASS Mitchell & Cavaliers to TAKE 3-0 LEAD
The nerds react to Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals as Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns & the New York Knicks battle Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley & the Cleveland Cavaliers. Don’t sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code NERDSESH at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad Go to Shopify.com/NERDSESH Timestamps 00:00:18 - G3 Reaction 00:42:00 - Superchats See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.