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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 & WNBA. 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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Wemby goes wild, Thunder check-in + Unrivaled rosters revealed
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! On the NBA side, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones talk through Victor Wembanyama's absurd start to the season, then deep-dive into the Oklahoma City …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! On the NBA side, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones talk through Victor Wembanyama's absurd start to the season, then deep-dive into the Oklahoma City Thunder's winning ways.
They close with more rookie talk, a continuation of Friday's pod, sharing observations on Darryn Peterson (Jazz), Trevon Brazile (Nuggets) and Brayden Burries (Bucks).
On the WNBA side, the guys talk through the 2027 Unrivaled rosters! For each team, they share what they're most excited about, what they're curious about and the lineup combinations they're most interested in seeing.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
(2:55) Wemby goes WILD
(12:37) Oklahoma City Thunder
(45:28) Darryn Peterson
(50:46) Trevon Brazile
(53:18) Brayden Burries
(55:34) 2027 Unrivaled Rosters
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Rookie Report Vol. 1 + What Brought Us Joy with Myles Ehrlich and Owen Pence
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!On the NBA side, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones talk about this year's rookie class! They share their early observations of Cam Boozer (MEM), Yaxel …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
On the NBA side, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones talk about this year's rookie class! They share their early observations of Cam Boozer (MEM), Yaxel Lendeborg (GSW), AJ Dybantsa (WAS), Caleb Wilson (CHI), Darius Acuff Jr. (SAC) and Kingston Flemings (ATL).
On the WNBA side, the guys are joined by Myles Ehrlich and Owen Pence (Pull Up with Myles & Owen podcast) to help celebrate the 2026 WNBA season. They all share players, teams, moments and more that brought them joy throughout the year.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
TIME STAMPS
02:00 -- Cam Boozer
08:50 -- Yaxel Lendeborg
14:30 -- AJ Dybantsa
25:30 -- Caleb Wilson
25:20 -- Darius Acuff Jr.
41:00 -- Kingston Flemings
45:40 -- What Brought Us Joy with Myles Ehrlich and Owen Pence
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Warriors keep winning, examining the new-look Mavs + saluting the Valkyries & Dream
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!On the NBA side, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones bounce around the league with thoughts and observations from this weekend! Salutes are in order for …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
On the NBA side, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones bounce around the league with thoughts and observations from this weekend! Salutes are in order for the Golden State Warriors and Dallas Mavericks, as well as players ranging from superstars like Victor Wembanyama, Luka Doncic and Jayson Tatum, to stars-in-their-roles like Paul Reed and Neemias Queta.
On the WNBA side, the guys react to the Golden State Valkyries securing their first championship -- in two seasons! -- with a gritty Game 7 victory over the Atlanta Dream. They salute the journeys of both teams, then close with thoughts about the New York Liberty deciding to part ways with head coach Chris DeMarco.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
(2:23) Golden State Warriors
(19:34) Dallas Mavericks
(39:10) Player shoutouts (Victor Wembanyama, Jayson Tatum, Luka Doncic, Jeremiah Fears and more)
(52:09) The Golden State Valkyries are champions
(1:18:24) Respect the journey of the Atlanta Dream
(1:28:09) New York Liberty part ways with head coach Chris DeMarcoSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Grizzlies & Blazers Impress Early, Trick or Treat + 2026 WNBA Finals Game 6 Takeaways
We have a fun, spooky episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!On the NBA side, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones salute the hot starts of the Memphis Grizzlies and Portland Trail Blazers before going into game …
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We have a fun, spooky episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
On the NBA side, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones salute the hot starts of the Memphis Grizzlies and Portland Trail Blazers before going into game mode! They turn to the panic meter to check on the Knicks, Nuggets, Suns and others, then play "Trick or Treat" with a few early season trends.
On the WNBA side, the guys react to the Atlanta Dream's series-tying 80-69 win over the Golden State Valkyries, then look ahead to potential adjustments we may see in the pivotal Game 7.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
01:00 -- Memphis Grizzlies
16:00 -- Portland Trail Blazers
27:00 -- Panic Meter (Knicks, Hawks, Nuggets, Suns, Thunder)
42:030 -- Trick or Treat (Cooper Flagg, Spurs' starting lineup, Wolves dominance and more)
52:00 -- Dream take Game 6 (+ Game 7 look-ahead)
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NBA Opening Weekend + 2026 WNBA Finals Game 5 Takeaways
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!On the NBA side, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones bounce around the league with thoughts and observations from the opening weekend of action. Salutes …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
On the NBA side, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones bounce around the league with thoughts and observations from the opening weekend of action. Salutes are in order for the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers (and the Wolves & Pistons); a check-in is warranted for the winless Miami Heat.
On the WNBA side, the guys react to back-to-back victories from the Golden State Valkyries (67-62, 64-55) to take a 3-2 series lead, then look ahead to potential adjustments we may see in Game 6.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
TIME STAMPS
01:30 -- Houston Rockets
15:00 -- Los Angeles Lakers
32:30 -- What's up with the Miami Heat?
45:15 -- Player shoutouts (Ty Jerome, Tyrese Maxey, Jayson Tatum, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Ja'Kobe Walter)
48:20 -- Valkyries take Game 4 & 5 (+ Game 6 look-ahead)
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NBA Opening Week + 2026 WNBA Finals Game 3 Takeaways
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!We finally have NBA regular season action to break down! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones bounce around the league with thoughts and observations.On …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
We finally have NBA regular season action to break down! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones bounce around the league with thoughts and observations.
On the WNBA side, the guys react to the Atlanta Dream's 97-71 victory over the Golden State Valkyries in Game 3, then look ahead to potential adjustments in Game 4.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
TIME STAMPS
01:43 -- Philadelphia 76ers
21:00 -- Cleveland Cavaliers
26:10 -- Thunder/Nuggets
40:10 -- Wolves/Heat
45:15 -- Rapid fire, starting with the Detroit Pistons
47:55 -- Damian Lillard shines
51:45 -- Tyrese Haliburton's return
54:45 -- Ty Jerome drops 45
58:03 -- Dream take Game 3 (+ Game 4 look-ahead)
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2026-27 NBA Awards Watchlist + 2026 WNBA Finals Game 1 + 2 Breakdown
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones talk through the candidates they'll be keeping an eye on for each of the major individual awards …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones talk through the candidates they'll be keeping an eye on for each of the major individual awards -- favorites, strong second-tier candidates, and darkhorse cases to monitor as the season goes on.
On the WNBA side, the guys talk through the first two games of the WNBA Finals. They discuss the overall defensive battle, Angel Reese's historic performance in Game 2, the fight for space, key lineup decisions, potential adjustments we may see in Game 3 and much more.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
TIME STAMPS
02:55 -- MVP
14:45 -- Defensive Player of the Year
25:20 -- Rookie of the Year
30:30 -- 6th Man of the Year
37:00 -- Most Improved Player
40:50 -- Coach of the Year
50:30 -- WNBA Finals Game 1 + 2 discussion
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Atlantic Division + 2026 WNBA Finals preview
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones wrap up their preview series with the Atlantic division (Knicks, Celtics, Sixers, Raptors, Nets).On the WNBA …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones wrap up their preview series with the Atlantic division (Knicks, Celtics, Sixers, Raptors, Nets).
On the WNBA side, the guys preview the upcoming Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
TIME STAMPS
02:00 -- New York Knicks
12:30 -- Boston Celtics
23:00 -- Philadelphia 76ers
33:50 -- Toronto Raptors
42:50 -- Brooklyn Nets
50:20 -- Valkyries-Dream preview
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Southeast Division Preview, WNBA Semifinals Recap + Liberty/Aces offseason look-ahead
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Southeast division (Heat, Hawks, Magic, Wizards, Hornets), then they're joined by Hornets center …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Southeast division (Heat, Hawks, Magic, Wizards, Hornets), then they're joined by Hornets center Moussa Diabaté for a wide-ranging conversation
On the WNBA side, the guys salute the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries for their second round sweeps, then look ahead to what's next for the New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
01:40 -- Miami Heat
16:41 -- Atlanta Hawks
25:30 -- Orlando Magic
32:40 -- Washington Wizards
40:00 -- Charlotte Hornets
45:00 -- Moussa Diabaté joins the show!
01:03:00 -- Salute to the Atlanta Dream
01:19:00 -- What's next for the New York Liberty?
01:25:00 -- Salute to the Golden State Valkyries
01:37:00 -- What's next for the Las Vegas Aces?
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Pacific Division preview + WNBA Semifinals Game 2 reactions
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Pacific division (Lakers, Suns, Clippers, Warriors, Kings).On the WNBA side, the guys recap the Dream's …
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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Pacific division (Lakers, Suns, Clippers, Warriors, Kings).
On the WNBA side, the guys recap the Dream's Game 2 win over the Liberty, as well as the Valkyries' win over the Aces, then talk through potential adjustments we may see in each Game 3.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
01:40 -- Los Angeles Lakers
16:05 -- Phoenix Suns
27:26 -- Los Angeles Clippers
36:07 -- Golden State Warriors
46:03 -- Sacramento Kings
51:34 -- Dream-Liberty
01:11:26 -- Valkyries-AcesSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Northwest Division preview + WNBA semifinals game 1 reactions
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Northwest division (Thunder, Nuggets, Timberwolves, Trail Blazers, Jazz).On the WNBA side, the guys recap the Dream's Game 1 win over the Liberty, as well as the …
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First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Northwest division (Thunder, Nuggets, Timberwolves, Trail Blazers, Jazz).
On the WNBA side, the guys recap the Dream's Game 1 win over the Liberty, as well as the Valkyries' win over the Aces, then talk through potential adjustments we may see in each Game 2.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
01:22 -- Oklahoma City Thunder
14:06 -- Denver Nuggets
23:55 -- Minnesota Timberwolves
34:58 -- Portland Trail Blazers
42:29 — Utah Jazz
49:41 -- Dream-Liberty
01:11:46 -- Valkyries-AcesSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Jalen Duren is back + Southwest Division Preview! Aces advance, Liberty-Dream preview + Valkyries-Wings look-ahead
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to the Pistons and Jalen Duren finally agreeing to a new deal. From there, the guys preview the …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to the Pistons and Jalen Duren finally agreeing to a new deal. From there, the guys preview the Southwest division (Spurs, Rockets, Mavericks, Pelicans, Grizzlies).
On the WNBA side, the guys recap an epic Game 3 between the Aces and Fever, preview the upcoming Dream-Liberty series, then look ahead to Friday's Game 3 between the Valkyries and Wings and each team's biggest question in a potential Aces matchup.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
0:44 -- Jalen Duren re-signs
6:16 -- San Antonio Spurs
22:06 -- Houston Rockets
35:29 -- Dallas Mavericks
42:35 -- New Orleans Pelicans
47:55 -- Memphis Grizzlies
55:22-- Aces-Fever
01:01:57 -- Dream-Liberty preview
01:24:52 -- Valkyries-Wings + look-aheadSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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NBA Central Division preview & WNBA playoffs round 1 biggest questions & takeaways
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the NBA teams in the Central Division of the Eastern Conference.They go in-depth on the chances of …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the NBA teams in the Central Division of the Eastern Conference.
They go in-depth on the chances of the Detroit Pistons and Indiana Pacers to make a deep run this season, discuss the exciting prospects on the Chicago Bulls roster, ask if the Milwaukee Bucks have a chip on their shoulder this season and much more!
On the WNBA side, the pair go over the first games of the first round of the 2026 WNBA playoffs! They discussed the marvelous performances of A’Ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart, their most fun matchups and what adjustments teams need to make going forward.
0:15 Central Division preview
01:30 Pistons
15:26 Pacers
29:26 Bulls
39:15 Bucks
48:16 Aces vs. Fever takeaways & questions
01:03:43 Liberty vs. Lynx takeaways & questions
01:22:13 Dream vs. Mystics takeaways & questions
01:28:49 Valkyries vs. Wings takeaways & questionsSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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The Chase Down Podcast joins for a Cavs conversation + WNBA Playoff Preview
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Justin Rowan and Carter Rodriguez (The Chase Down Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Justin Rowan and Carter Rodriguez (The Chase Down Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Cleveland Cavaliers. They talk about the team's perception, what's needed to make the James Harden/Donovan Mitchell partnership work, next steps for Evan Mobley, the addition of Peyton Watson and much more!
On the WNBA side, the guys preview the first round of the 2026 playoffs! They discuss the matchups, key battlegrounds, potential X-Factors and schematic twists that could determine the winner of each series.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
0:47 -- Justin & Carter join the show!
56:58 -- Aces/Fever
01:12:36 -- Lynx/Liberty
01:22:30 -- Dream/Mystics
01:30:40 -- Valkyries/WingsSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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David Lee joins for a Hawks conversation + final WNBA awards check-in
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by David Lee (The Hardwood Collective, Hawks Film Room) for a wide-ranging conversation about the …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by David Lee (The Hardwood Collective, Hawks Film Room) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Atlanta Hawks. They talk about the Hawks' electric run post-Trae Young trade, next steps for Jalen Johnson, what people miss about Dyson Daniels, Lu Dort's addition and much more!
On the WNBA side, the guys give their final thoughts on this year's MVP, All-WNBA, Defensive Player of the Year, and All-Defense races.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
(1:51) David joins the show!
(54:01) MVP discussion
(1:14:32) All-WNBA teams
(1:22:30) Defensive Player of the Year
(1:36:27) All-Defense teamsSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Jason Timpf joins for a Lakers conversation! Natasha Howard interview + biggest questions entering the postseason
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Jason Timpf (Hoops Tonight, The Volume) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Los Angeles …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Jason Timpf (Hoops Tonight, The Volume) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Los Angeles Lakers. They talk through the Lakers' offseason roster overhaul, next steps for Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, what to expect from Walker Kessler, early thoughts on how the Lakers may look to defend, and much more!
On the WNBA side, the guys go back and forth on their biggest questions and storylines entering the final sprint before the postseason arrives. From there, Minnesota Lynx star Natasha Howard joins the show to discuss her new book (The Vision Through My Lens: My Life in Basketball and Beyond), her basketball journey, the dominance of this year's Lynx team and more.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
01:05 -- Jason joins the show for Lakers check-in
01:07:02 -- Biggest post-World Cup questions
01:15:29 -- Natasha Howard joins the showSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Samson Folk joins for a Raptors conversation! Team USA wins gold + All-Rookie team candidates
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Samson Folk (Raptors Republic) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Toronto Raptors. They …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Samson Folk (Raptors Republic) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Toronto Raptors. They talk through the finally completed Kawhi Leonard trade and how he fits on both ends, Scottie Barnes' growth and two-way usage, the importance of RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, the budding stardom of Collin Murray-Boyles and much more!
On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their big and small picture takeaways from Team USA's gold-winning weekend, then talk through their candidates for this year's All-Rookie team. It may be time for a second team!
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
01:240 -- Samson joins the show!
57:40 -- Team USA thoughts
01:13:40 -- All-Rookie conversationSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Noa Dalzell joins for a Celtics conversation! Team USA recap and preview + Coach of the Year frontrunners
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Noa Dalzell (CelticsBlog, You Got Boston! Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Noa Dalzell (CelticsBlog, You Got Boston! Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Boston Celtics. They talk through last year's "surprising" success, the Jaylen Brown/Paul George swap, expectations for Jayson Tatum, potential role shifts from Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, and much more.
On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their big and small picture takeaways from Team USA's historic win against Hungary, preview this weekend's semifinals matchups (USA-Spain, Germany-France), then talk through their top Coach of the Year candidates.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
01:22 -- Noa joins the show!
55:24 -- Team USA thoughts
01:07:58 -- FIBA World Cup semifinals preview
01:21:11 -- Coach of the YearSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Couper Moorhead returns for a Heat conversation! Team USA takeaways + Watch out for France
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined again by Couper Moorhead (HEAT.com, After The Buzzer Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined again by Couper Moorhead (HEAT.com, After The Buzzer Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Miami Heat. They talk through the Giannis Antetokounmpo and Klay Thompson acquisitions, next steps for Bam Adebayo, the importance of Andrew Wiggins and Davion Mitchell, potential lineup combinations (#TallBall?) and much more.
On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their big-picture and small-picture takeaways from Team USA's nail-biting win against Italy and their blowout win against Czechia.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
0:51 -- Coup joins the show!
51:57 -- Team USA thoughts
01:15:40 -- FIBA World Cup shoutouts (France, Emma Meesseman, Puerto Rico)Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Ben Simmons is back, Clippers punished + Dane Moore joins for a Wolves conversation! Cathy Engelbert retires + Team USA takeaways
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to the latest news around the NBA. Ben Simmons is making his return, signing a one-year deal with the …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to the latest news around the NBA. Ben Simmons is making his return, signing a one-year deal with the Kings! The Rockets and Amen Thompson agreed to a hefty -- but non-max -- rookie extension! The Clippers investigation has finally reached its end; the punishment is DAUNTING and leaves some critical long-term, team-building questions for the Clippers moving forward.
Next, the guys are joined by Dane Moore (The Dane Moore NBA Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Minnesota Timberwolves. They talk through the LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga acquisitions, next steps for Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels, the importance of Rudy Gobert (and the non-Gobert minutes), potential lineup combinations and much more.
On the WNBA side, the guys react to the breaking news that commissioner Cathy Engelbert will be retiring at the end of the calendar year. From there, they discuss their big and small picture takeaways from Team USA's 94-61 victory over China.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
01:32 -- Ben Simmons to the Kings
09:25 -- Amen Thompson gets PAID
13:25 -- Clippers get punished
17:23 -- Dane Moore joins for Wolves talk!
01:14:01 -- Cathy Engelbert set to retire
01:20:02 -- Team USA/China thoughtsSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Most interesting NBA players of 2026-27 + WNBA playoff check-in
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones share their most interesting players heading into the 2026-27 season. The players range from superstars returning …
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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones share their most interesting players heading into the 2026-27 season. The players range from superstars returning or going on revenge tours to new faces in new places to players facing contract extensions or role shifts and much more.
On the WNBA side, the guys take a look at the current playoff picture, using it to check in on all eight teams. The conversation features thoughts on the Lynx's last two losses, the Wings’ winning streak, the Mystics' playoff upside (plus Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen joining Team USA's roster), the Aces adding Kalani Brown, and the guys sharing their favorite potential playoff matchups.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
02:10 -- Most interesting East players
27:10 -- Most interesting West players
55:12 -- Lynx lose two straight
01:04:04 -- Wings finding their flow
01:12:10 -- DeWanna Bonner's Dream debut
01:17:50 -- Caitlin Clark & Aliyah Boston thoughts
01:23:50 -- Mystics playoff upside
01:26:50 -- Aces sign Kalani Brown
01:31:40 -- Favorite potential playoff matchupsSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Jonathan Kuminga to the Wolves, Bennedict Mathurin to the Pelicans! Valkyries/Liberty takeaways + DeWanna Bonner's Dream fit
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to a pair of notable free agents coming off the board. Jonathan Kuminga is heading to Minnesota, while …
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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to a pair of notable free agents coming off the board. Jonathan Kuminga is heading to Minnesota, while Bennedict Mathurin is heading to New Orleans. The guys discuss how they fit, what they add, and potential shortcomings to monitor.
On the WNBA side, the guys dive deep into the Golden State Valkyries' win streak, and share their takeaways from Thursday night's Liberty-Valkyries matchup. Later, they break down DeWanna Bonner's fit with her new team: the Atlanta Dream
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
01:50 -- Jonathan Kuminga to the Wolves
31:35 -- Bennedict Mathurin to the Pelicans
43:08 -- Liberty/Valkyries takeaways
01:03:50 -- What's up with Sabrina Ionescu?
01:17:08 -- DeWanna Bonner to the DreamSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Klay to Miami, DeMar to Denver! Atlanta Dream are ROLLING, Valkyries-Lynx takeaways + DeWanna Bonner landing spots
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down two big-name free agent acquisitions. Klay Thompson is heading to Miami, while DeMar DeRozan is …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down two big-name free agent acquisitions. Klay Thompson is heading to Miami, while DeMar DeRozan is heading to Denver. The guys discuss how they fit, what they add, and potential shortcomings to monitor.
On the WNBA side, the guys dive deep into the Atlanta Dream's win streak, share their takeaways from another awesome Lynx-Valkyries matchup, and check in on the Leonie-is-back New York Liberty. Later, they react to NaLyssa Smith's injury and what that means for the Aces, and explore potential landing spots for the recently bought-out DeWanna Bonner.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
01:08 -- Klay Thompson to the Heat
19:02 -- DeMar DeRozan to the Nuggets
38:20 -- Atlanta Dream
59:45 -- Valkyries/Lynx takeaways
01:14:30 -- Here comes the Liberty
01:21:10 -- Aces lose NaLyssa Smith; what's next?
01:56:20 -- Potential DeWanna Bonner landing spotsSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Breaking down the Peyton Watson trade, Fever-Wings takeaways + bouncing around with Sarah Kustok
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the newly five-team trade centered around Nuggets forward Peyton Watson heading to the Cavaliers and …
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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the newly five-team trade centered around Nuggets forward Peyton Watson heading to the Cavaliers and Max Strus heading to the Clippers. They once again check the temperature with the Cavaliers while digging into what this move means for the Nuggets.
On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their takeaways from Thursday's star-studded showdown between the Fever and Wings, salute the awesome WNBA career of Nneka Ogwumike, and highlight Angel Reese's week.
Then, they're joined by the great Sarah Kustok (WNBA on NBC/Peacock, YES Network and more) to bounce around the league. In a wide-ranging conversation, they discuss the awesomeness of the Lynx, the half-court questions surrounding the Valkyries, where things stand with the MVP race and much more.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
01:09 -- Peyton Watson trade thoughts
32:02 -- Fever-Wings
45:14 -- Salute to Nneka Ogwumike
50:55 -- Salute to Angel Reese
53:09 -- Sarah Kustok joins the show!Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Cavaliers & Hornets check-in, Fever looking dangerous + contender check-in
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the Dennis Schröder-Tre Mann trade between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Charlotte Hornets, then examine …
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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the Dennis Schröder-Tre Mann trade between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Charlotte Hornets, then examine their offseason and roster outlook.
On the WNBA side, the guys talk about the changes the Indiana Fever have made during their win streak. From there, they check the temperature of the Atlanta Dream and Las Vegas Aces, and salute the continuous winning of the Minnesota Lynx and Golden State Valkyries.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
01:15 -- Charlotte Hornets
09:03 -- Cleveland Cavaliers
16:52 -- Indiana Fever
45:07 -- Atlanta Dream
56:19 -- Minnesota Lynx
01:05:30 -- Las Vegas Aces
01:15:20 -- Golden State Valkyries
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Salute to Russell Westbrook, games we're excited about + WNBA Most Improved deep dive
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones salute the amazing career of Russell Westbrook, one of the greatest players of all-time. From there, the guys cap …
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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones salute the amazing career of Russell Westbrook, one of the greatest players of all-time. From there, the guys cap off schedule release week by sharing the five games they're most excited to watch this year, then briefly discuss Bradley Beal's return to the Clippers.
On the WNBA side, the guys do a deep dive into this year's talented Most Improved Player race. From All-Stars like Marina Mabrey and Jessica Shepard, to impactful year-five leaps like Shakira Austin and NaLyssa Smith, to expansion candidates like Carla Leite and Nyara Sabally. We had fun looking into a bunch of different cases.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
1:05 -- Salute to Russell Westbrook
17:10 -- Steve's most exciting games
23:11 -- Nekias' most exciting games
39:30 -- Bradley Beal re-signs with the Clippers
46:14 -- WNBA Most Improved deep diveSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Breaking down opening week + Christmas slate, Lynx & Mystics continue to roll
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, the opening week and Christmas Day slates have been released! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze each of the matchups, then talk through …
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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, the opening week and Christmas Day slates have been released! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze each of the matchups, then talk through potential snubs from the primetime matchups.
On the WNBA side, the guys salute the recent winning of the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx and rising-up-the-rank Washington Mystics! From there, they check in on a crowded race in the 4-through-8 seeds, with a bit of a check-in on the Dallas Wings as teams have worked to adjust to them.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
1:10 -- Opening Day
10:20 -- ESPN Wednesday double-header
16:20 -- ESPN Thursday double-header
24:20 -- Amazon Prime double-header
34:50 -- Christmas Day slate
50:06 -- Minnesota Lynx
01:05:13 -- Washington Mystics
01:19:05 -- Identity Check for 4-8
01:23:20 -- How concerned should we be about the Wings?Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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Rookie intrigue draft with Sam Vecenie, lessons from Aces-Fever + Team USA roster breakdown
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Sam Vecenie (Game Theory Podcast, The Athletic) makes his return! The guys participate in a Rookie Intrigue draft, each selecting the five …
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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
First, Sam Vecenie (Game Theory Podcast, The Athletic) makes his return! The guys participate in a Rookie Intrigue draft, each selecting the five players they're most intrigued by for this upcoming season.
On the WNBA side, the guys break down an electric game between the Las Vegas Aces and the Indiana Fever and talk through some of the broader lessons to take away. From there, they briefly check in on the streaking Mystics and the reeling Wings, evaluate the Team USA World Cup roster, and salute Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's run in New York.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected].
2:30 -- Rookie Intrigue Draft
01:02:30 -- Aces-Fever
01:28:16 -- Mystics keep winning
01:30:56 -- Are the Wings okay?
01:33:53 -- Team USA roster announced
01:40:03 -- Salute to Betnijah Laney-HamiltonSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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West non-playoff power rankings, Kelsey Plum's debut + Fever-Lynx takeaways
We have a fun episode coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the Dallas Mavericks after agreeing to an extension with Naji Marshall. From there, they broaden the conversation by …
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We have a fun episode coming your way!
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the Dallas Mavericks after agreeing to an extension with Naji Marshall. From there, they broaden the conversation by power-ranking the Western Conference teams that missed the playoffs based on their likelihood of making it this season.
On the WNBA side, the guys break down the trade that sent Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury, then give their impressions of her debut. They also talk through the Tempo's acquisition of Aneesah Morrow, share their big picture takeaways from Sunday's Lynx-Fever matchup, then check in on Rhyne Howard and the Atlanta Dream.
If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]
0:50 -- Dallas Mavericks
18:10 -- West non-playoff team power rankings
34:09 -- Kelsey Plum trade + debut
50:17 -- Aneesah Morrow to the Tempo
56:40 -- Lynx-Fever takeaways
01:10:02 -- Dream/Rhyne Howard check-in
01:14:40 -- Cleveland has a name!Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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BONUS: 500th episode spectacular
We have a very special episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones celebrate their 500th episode. The pair share the origin story of The Dunker Spot, reflect on their favorite …
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We have a very special episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones celebrate their 500th episode. The pair share the origin story of The Dunker Spot, reflect on their favorite memories of doing the show together and hear from friends of the podcast.
Next, Chicago Sky head coach Tyler Marsh joins the program to discuss the Sky's biggest growth areas, DiJonai Carrington’s impact on the team and how he’s evolved as a coach.
Later, Siobhan Beslow joins the program to share her thoughts on Giannis to the Heat, which team from the W is her favorite to win it all and list potential MVP candidates.
Plus, Steve and Nekias take listener questions from the Dunkers!
0:00 Welcome
:35 Origin story of The Dunker Spot
12:40 Chicago Sky Tyler Marsh joins the show
31:48 Special message from Caitlin Cooper
36:45 Siobhan Beslow joins the show
55:12 MailbagSubscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:
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