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The Athletic NBA Daily
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Start your day with The Athletic NBA Daily – a fast, entertaining recap of the most important games and stories from the world of professional basketball with new episodes dropping Monday through Friday. Hosted by Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Esfandiar Baraheni with regular appearances by The Athletic’s award-winning NBA reporters. Andrew Schlecht and Alex Spears cap the week with the full-length Saturday Slam n’ Jam episode.
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- 20 episodes
- Updated Friday
Episodes20
- TAWednesday · 53 min
Can the Knicks repeat or will LeBron spoil it? | Atlantic Division Preview
Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Andrew Schlecht break down the Atlantic Division and if the Knicks can repeat as champions, how much better are the 76ers?, Can the Celtics find some regular season magic?, are the Raptors contenders with Kawhi, and what are the Brooklyn Nets? Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni and Andrew Schlecht Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Carl Finocchiaro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAMonday · 39 min
The Big NBA Problems with Mike Vorkunov
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni are joined by Mike Vorkunov of the Athletic to discuss the investigation into Kawhi Leoard and the Clippers, what is going on with the Blazers and more issues facing the NBA. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni and Mike Vorkunov Producer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 24 · 47 min
LeBron James signs with the 76ers EMERGENCY POD
Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Es Baraheni discuss LeBron James joining the 76ers and what it means for the East, the championship odds and more. Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita, Es Baraheni Producer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 24 · 42 min
Does Giannis make the Heat contenders? | South East Division Preview
The NBA Offseason is in full swing and Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Zena Keita are here to hand out offseason grades for the Heat, Magic, Hornets, Hawks, and Wizards. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Lara Sinclair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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July 23 · 56 minNBA Summer League Awards | Slam N Jam
NBA Summer League is over, and Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are here to hand out Summer League Awards with Bryce Simon of the Game Theory podcast. They hand out the following awards: "The Point Gawd" Award - This award goes to the rookie point guard who impressed you the most at Summer League. "If I Had Known That" Award - This award goes to the player who showcased a skill in Summer League that, if it's real, might have changed your evaluation of them. "It's Summer League, I'm Not Worried, BUT..." Award - This award goes to the rookie whose Summer League performance has you asking some questions (negative). "The Sneaky Summer Surprise" Award - This award goes to the player who you weren't really thinking about heading into Summer League but forced their way into the conversation with their play. "Too Good for Summer League" Award - This award goes to the 2nd or 3rd year player who most impressed you. "Are We Done Here?" Award - This award goes to the non-rookie who you are most worried about coming out of Summer League. "Late but Early" Award - This award goes to the player drafted late (late 1st or 2nd round), who you think will contribute early in their career based on your evaluation, landing spot, and SL performance. "Biggest Pop" Award - This award goes to the moment in Summer League that got the biggest pop from the crowd (ex: Bronny guarding Cooper Flagg in 2025) •9. "Summer League MVP" Award - This award goes to the best player you saw at Summer Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers With: Bryce Simon Producer: Andrew Schlecht Video: Lara Sinclair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 20 · 38 min
Are the Lakers better? | Pacific Division Grades
Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita discuss if the Lakers are better, what happened with the Clippers, who the Suns are now, the Warriors plan, and can the Kings climb out of the basement. Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni and Zena Keita Producer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 18 · 36 min
CJ Miles on the Evolution of the NBA
Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni are joined by NBA veteran CJ Miles in Las Vegas. CJ shares insights on his transition from player to photographer, the evolution of basketball strategies, and the impact of analytics on the game. Discover how his creative journey and league observations offer a unique perspective on modern basketball. Host: Dave DuFour With: CJ Miles and Es Baraheni Producer: Andrew Schlecht Video/Audio: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 17 · 33 min
Pablo Torre on the delay in the Kawhi Leonard scandal
The NBA Board of Governors met and Adam Silver gave an update on the status of the Kawhi Leonard trade. To help guide us through where the process is Pablo Torre joins Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni to discuss where the investigation is at, what the possible punishments are, if there is a second no show deal and much more. Host: Dave DuFour With: Pablo Torre and Es Baraheni Producer: Andrew Schlecht Video/Audio: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 16 · 22 min
Where do the Hawks rank in the East?
The Atlanta Hawks made a surprising run to the playoffs before being sent home by the eventual champion New York Knicks. The Atlanta Journal Constitution’s Hawks beat writer, Lauren Williams, joins Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni to discuss Atlanta’s offseason moves, life without Trae Young, and the need for a Jalen Johnson leap. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni and Lauren Williams Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 15 · 31 min
Do the Lakers have enough to compete in the West?
The LeBron James era is officially over in Los Angeles and the Lakers have built next year’s squad around Luka Dončić. The Athletic’s Lakers beat writer, Dan Woike, joins Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni to go behind the scenes on the Lakers offseason moves and life after LeBron. Then, Dan ranks the Western Conference contenders and gives his takes on how the Lakers stack up in the playoffs. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni and Dan Woike Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 14 · 28 min
Inside the Kawhi trade to the Raptors
The Kawhi Leonard trade between the Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors is currently on hold. The Athletic’s Raptors beat writer, Eric Koreen, joins Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni with the latest news on the hold up and the league’s investigation into the Clippers and Kawhi. Then, the guys take a look at the Raptors team with Kawhi, Scottie Barnes offensive growth, and their best lineups. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni and Eric Koreen Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 13 · 39 min
Wemby takes a discount + Caleb Wilson’s debut
Victor Wembanyama is giving the Spurs a hometown discount on his next contract, much to the chagrin of the Player’s Association. The Athletic’s Bulls beat writer, Joel Lorenzi, joins Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni to discuss what Wemby’s deal means for other star players, Caleb Wilson’s shooting and projection as a rookie, and how Thiago Splitter will operate in Chicago. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni and Joel Lorenzi Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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July 11 · 1 hr 7 minAre the 76ers Contenders? | Slam N Jam
The Philadelphia 76ers traded for Jaylen Brown in what was one of the most surprising trades of the offseason, and Trill Bro Dude of the You Know Ball Podcast is here to discuss the trade, how it happened, if the Sixers can get LeBron, and so much more. Then the guys finish with another round of Andrew vs. the Beat. Host: Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers With: Trill Bro Dude Producer: Andrew Schlecht Video Producer: Monica Compton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 10 · 24 min
Dybantsa's Competitive Fire + Kawhi Leonard Trade Drama
A.J. Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson faced off on day one of NBA Summer League and did not disappoint. Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni give their takeaways from Jazz vs. Wizards and their favorite things from opening day of Summer League. Then, the guys react to the weirdness around the Kawhi Leonard trade back to Toronto and the league’s lack of resolution in the Clippers-Aspiration investigation. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 9 · 26 min
Why you should watch NBA Summer League
NBA Summer League in Las Vegas begins today and Tyler Metcalf of No Ceilings joins to discuss why you should want to watch Darryn Peterson and Caleb Wilson in Vegas, why the Jazz, Wizards and Grizzlies are must watch teams, why Charlotte is a sleeper SL team, which games to watch and much more. Host: Andrew Schlecht With: Tyler Metcalf Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 8 · 26 min
Is Donovan Mitchell the next Jaylen Brown?
Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers agreed to a 4-year, $273 million contract extension, but is it already a bad contract? Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni give their early Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer takes and discuss Kyle Lowry’s retirement and claim to “Greatest Raptor Ever”. Then, the guys discuss Donovan Mitchell’s new contract, the salary dynamics surrounding the Jaylen Brown trade, and what it means for the NBA looking forward. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Es Baraheni Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 7 · 27 min
The Boston Celtics new direction
How did the Celtics net such a low return in their trade of Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers? Jay King gives Dave DuFour and Zena Keita his breakdown of what caused the Celtics to trade Jaylen Brown and how his value seemed to plummet over the course of trade talks. Then, Jay gives his assessment on the Celtics roster for this upcoming season, how Mitchell Robinson could make Boston the best rebounding team in the league, and which young wing is poised to breakout. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Zena Keita and Jay King Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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July 4 · 1 hr 2 minNBA Offseason Mania with Fred Katz | Slam N Jam
Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers are back for another episode of the Saturday Slam N Jam. Fred Katz joins to discuss the trade of Jaylen Brown to the 76ers, how the Lakers rounded out their roster, LaMelo ball in Minnesota, and a lightning round of questions about the offseason so far. Then they finish with some trivia in our weekly show Andrew vs. the Beat. Hosts: Andrew Schlecht, Alex Speers With: Fred Katz Producer: Andrew Schlecht Video Edit: Monica Compton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TAJuly 3 · 27 min
What happened with Jaylen Brown and the Celtics?
Jaylen Brown's trade to the Philadelphia 76ers from the Boston Celtics was shocking. Dave DuFour and Sam Amick take a look Jaylen Brown's value around the league and why the Celtics might have felt the need to make the move for Paul George. Then, Sam gets into the Lakers pursuits of Walker Kessler and Jalen Duren and how they made a deal with Utah, the latest on Duren's restricted free agency, and why LeBron James going back to the Cleveland Cavaliers makes the most sense. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/eme2tPcUM2 Host: Dave DuFour With: Sam Amick Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.