The Dunker Spot

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Nekias Duncan and former NBA video coordinator and assistant coach Steve Jones provide an in-depth, analytical look at the teams, players and stories shaping the NBA. With a rare X’s and O’s analysis that goes deeper than other surface-level hoops discussions. The Dunker Spot is your hardcourt home for smart, nuanced basketball conversation.

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Jul 21, 2021 · 1 hr 1 min
Khristmas In July
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. wrap up the NBA Finals, giving flowers to both the champion Milwaukee Bucks and the Phoenix Suns.
Jul 19, 2021 · 1 hr 29 min
NBA Finals Game 5 Recap
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the pros and cons of the play-in tournament, react to the latest coaching hire (Wes Unseld Jr/Washington), discuss Team USA’s roster movement, dig into Damian Lillard’s situation in Portland, then breakdown Game 5 of the NBA Finals. TIMESTAMPS 3:20 — Nekias and Steve discuss the play-in tournament coming back next season. 7:35 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Washington Wizards hiring Wes Unseld Jr. as their new head coach. 11:50 — Nekias and Steve discu
Jul 15, 2021 · 50 min
NBA Finals Game 4 Reaction
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the shot-making duel between Khris Middleton (40 points) and Devin Booker (42 points), Milwaukee’s continued paint dominance, Phoenix’s offensive game plan and much more.
Jul 12, 2021 · 1 hr 12 min
NBA Finals Check-In
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their takeaways on the NBA Finals through the first three games. TIME STAMPS: 1:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Orlando Magic hiring Jamahl Mosley as their new head coach. 6:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss Team USA’s exhibition loss to Nigeria. 18:55 - Nekias and Steve discuss the NBA Finals.
Jul 6, 2021 · 1 hr 25 min
NBA Finals Preview
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. say goodbye to the Conference Finalists (Clippers, Hawks), then dig into the Bucks-Suns matchup.
Jun 30, 2021 · 1 hr 19 min
Trouble in Portland + Playoff Takes
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the controversial hire of Chauncey Billups in Portland and then break down the Conference Finals. TIME STAMPS 3:17 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Chauncey Billups hire in Portland. 25:55 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Hawks-Bucks series. 47:40 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Clippers-Suns series.
Jun 25, 2021 · 1 hr 32 min
Coaching Hires and Playoff Takes
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the new coaching hires made this week, then give their early thoughts on the Conference Finals. TIME STAMPS 1:48 — Nekias and Steve discuss the new coaching hires in Indiana (Rick Carlisle), Boston (Ime Udoka), and Dallas (Jason Kidd). 19:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Team USA rosters. 27:00 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Suns-Clippers series. 45:15 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Bucks-Hawks series.
Jun 21, 2021 · 1 hr 47 min
Conference Finals Preview
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the remaining second-round series, then preview the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. TIME STAMPS 3:50 - Nekias and Steve recap Game 6 of Jazz-Clippers. 12:30 - Nekias and Steve recap Game 7 of Nets-Bucks. 22:50 - Nekias and Steve begin talking about the Suns-Clippers series, but quickly pivot to Sixers talk. 58:10 - Nekias and Steve continue their discussion of Suns-Clippers. 1:22:50 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Bucks-Hawks series.
Jun 18, 2021 · 2 hr 5 min
Coaching Carousels and Playoff Takes
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the award teams, dig into the coaching changes around the NBA, then discuss the remaining second-round matchups. TIME STAMPS 3:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss the voting results for the All-NBA, All-Defense, and All-Rookie teams. 25:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss the weirdness happening in Dallas and New Orleans, then rank the current head coach openings. 47:55 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Nets-Bucks series. 1:12:44 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Sixers
Jun 14, 2021 · 1 hr 51 min
Second Round Check-in
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bid farewell to the Denver Nuggets, then give their thoughts on the other second-round series. 2:42 — Nekias and Steve give their lasting thoughts on the Suns-Nuggets series. 23:08 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Nets-Bucks series. 52:55 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Jazz-Clippers series. 1:26:30 — Nekias and Steve discuss the Sixers-Hawks series.
Jun 7, 2021 · 2 hr 8 min
Early Round 2 Thoughts
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss the coaching changes around the league, then dig into the playoff games from the weekend. TIME STAMPS: 2:11 — Nekias and Steve discuss the recent coaching firings in Portland and Orlando. 20:05 — Nekias and Steve discuss Game 1 of the Nets-Bucks series. 56:45 — Nekias and Steve discuss Game 1 of the Sixers-Hawks series. 1:20:48 — Nekias and Steve discuss Game 7 of Clippers-Mavericks, then preview the Jazz-Clippers series. 1:47:10 — Nekias and Steve
Jun 4, 2021 · 2 hr 24 min
Prepping for Round Two
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. bid farewell to some first-round exits, then look ahead to the weekend games. 3:25 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Celtics’ front office overhaul, and what may come next for them. 19:10 - Nekias and Steve give their lasting thoughts on the Grizzlies, Wizards, Knicks, and Blazers. 1:19:00 - Nekias and Steve preview Bucks-Nets. 1:51:40 - Nekias and Steve preview Sixers-Hawks. 2:10:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Clippers-Mavericks series.
May 31, 2021 · 2 hr 8 min
First Round Check-in
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their final thoughts on the Heat-Bucks sweep, then break down the rest of the first-round series. TIME STAMPS 2:40 - Nekias and Steve discuss what’s next for the Milwaukee Bucks (2nd round) and Miami Heat (offseason) 29:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Lakers-Suns series. 49:00 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Hawks-Knicks series. 1:08:45 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Grizzlies-Jazz series. 1:22:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the Celtics-Nets series.
May 27, 2021 · 1 hr 43 min
Early Adjustments
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. discuss Kyrie Irving’s recent comments about Boston, then offer thoughts and potential adjustments for most of the first-round series. The series, in order: WAS-PHI, BOS-BKN, MEM-UTA, POR-DEN, LAL-PHX, MIA-MIL.
May 24, 2021 · 2 hr 4 min
Game 1 Reactions
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. give their thoughts on the NBA potentially adding a mid-season tournament, then analyze the Game 1s from the weekend.
May 21, 2021 · 2 hr 10 min
Playoff Preview, Part 2
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the midweek play-in games, then preview the rest of the first-round matchups (PHI-WAS, BKN-BOS, PHX-LAL, DEN-POR, LAC-DAL, UTA-MEM/GSW).
May 17, 2021 · 1 hr 37 min
Playoff Preview, Part 1
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. recap the opening weekend in the WNBA, then preview the NBA play-in tournament and two Eastern Conference playoff series (NYK-ATL, MIL-MIA).
May 13, 2021 · 1 hr 55 min
Awards Talk with SI's Chris Herring
Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated joins Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. to talk about his book, "Blood on the Hardwood: The Flagrant History of the 1990s New York Knicks." Then, the three give their fictional NBA award ballots. TIME STAMPS 0:46 - Nekias and Steve catch up Chris about the challenges of NBA coverage in a season like this, gives an update on his book, then talks about his excitement for the Chicago Sky. 15:40 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Coach of the Year. 26:53 - Nekias
May 10, 2021 · 1 hr 51 min
Prepping for the Playoffs
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. change the format this week, opting to ask each other their most pressing questions heading into this year's postseason. TIME STAMPS 2:45 - Nekias and Steve discuss James Harden's absence (hamstring) and the importance of him getting reps before the postseason begins, then review Tyrese Haliburton's rookie campaign. 14:40 - Steve gives his perspective on the noise surrounding the Indiana Pacers and head coach Nate Bjorkgren. 33:00 -- Nekias and Steve ask each
May 3, 2021 · 2 hr 16 min
Contender Check-Ins and Weekly Observations
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on a few title hopefuls, bounce around the league with general observations, and discuss proper gamewear etiquette. TIME STAMPS 3:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the latest injuries around the league, the returns of LaMelo Ball and LeBron James, then evaluate John Wall's season. 19:52 - Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have impressed them the most as of late. 1:02:25 - Nekias and Steve discuss a couple of teams they have questions about heading in