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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.

The Dunker Spot

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot on deck!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the MVP and ROY races — the top two for each award will be heavily contested throughout the year. Then, the guys react to a thrilling game between the Rockets and Nuggets, and open a broader discussion about the top of the West.

From there, they quickly salute the Knicks before diving into the Spurs' upset victory over the historically-good Thunder. They examine Victor Wembanyama's impact — and the ways the Thunder bothered him — as well as potential growth areas for the Thunder to hone in on. Then, it's a quick peek into Tuesday night's Final between the Spurs and Knicks.

(1:59) — MVP discussion

(30:51) — Rookie of the Year discussion

(48:08) — HOU/DEN thoughts + Who's the 2nd best team in the West?

(01:01:27) — NBA Cup discussion (NYK salute, OKC-SA, NYK-SA thoughts)

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Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv

MVP + ROY Check-Ins, Wemby's Strong Return, NBA Cup Final Thoughts

Ahead of this weekend's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones recap how the Magic, Knicks, Thunder and Spurs earned victories in the quarterfinals.

Then, the guys preview the semifinals — Knicks-Magic and Spurs-Thunder — asking and answering big picture questions about each matchup.

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.

(1:22) — Heat-Magic

(13:08) — Knicks-Raptors

(20:25) — Suns-Thunder

(27:31) — Lakers-Spurs

(35:55) — Knicks-Magic preview

(51:52) — Spurs-Thunder preview

🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube

Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv

NBA Cup Semifinals Preview + Quarterfinals Recap

Ahead of this week's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones offer temperature checks in the West, ask key questions of the East, and bounce around with observations — and ice-in-cereal thoughts.

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.

If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot

(1:29) — Suns-Thunder

(16:24) — Lakers-Spurs

(29:49) — Orlando Magic

(45:02) — Toronto Raptors

(50:51) — Dallas Mavericks

(58:37) — Golden State Warriors

(01:00:57) — Player Shoutouts

(01:10:19) — Free Throws

🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube

Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv

Suns-Thunder, Lakers-Spurs Preview + Examining Paolo Banchero's Return

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones have an honest conversation about the Los Angeles Clippers and the Chris Paul fallout, and talk through how the Clippers can still salvage their season.

From there, they check in on the Milwaukee Bucks in light of the recent Giannis Antetokounmpo injury, break down the excellent play of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, then close with a round of Free Throws.

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.

If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot

(2:48) — Los Angeles Clippers

(30:00) — Chris Paul

(45:59) — Milwaukee Bucks

(54:09) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is leveling up

(01:06:35) — Free Throws

🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube

Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv

Where Do the Clippers and Bucks Go from Here + a Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Breakdown

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are back to bounce around the league!

First, they discuss the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks racking up wins despite missing key talent. From there, they discuss the good-but-just-how-good Boston Celtics, the streaking Memphis Grizzlies (Edey time!), and the disappointing Los Angeles Clippers.

Finally, they close the show with some well deserved player shoutouts; Steve also hits Nekias with a Free Throw he wasn't prepared for.

Fun all around!

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.

If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot

(1:22) — San Antonio Spurs

(13:29) — New York Knicks

(33:58) — Boston Celtics

(53:48) — Memphis Grizzlies

(01:06:17) — Los Angeles Clippers

(01:11:59) — Player Shoutouts (plus an evil Free Throw)

🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube

Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv

Knicks and Spurs Rolling, What are the Celtics, and is it Panic Time in LA?

For the first time this NBA season, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones go to the Dunker Spot mailbag!

They answer questions about league-wide defensive trends, potential shifts to the Heat's offense, Michael Porter Jr. trade destinations and much more.

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.

If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot

(1:27) — Common themes for teams that have made leaps this year

(8:41) — Will we see more zone and/or college-style press defenses?

(18:05) — Who are we most excited to see explore and develop during the Unrivaled season?

(24:20) — How do we judge (good) defense + potential Michael Porter Jr. trade destinations

(35:43) — Building defensive chemistry + potential tweaks to Miami's offense moving forward

(45:48) — How will young role players fill in for key rotation pieces across the league?

(49:46) — What makes the Cade Cunningham/Jalen Duren partnership effective + a Jaden Ivey trade idea

(56:52) — Who could use Trendon Watford?

(59:09) — Is it time for NBA realignment?

(01:02:22) — An All-Star game format suggestion

(01:06:23) — Does LeBron, Luka, and Austin Reaves make up the best passing trio EVER?

(01:12:52) — Gary Payton II conversation

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Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv

Thanksgiving Mailbag + A Chat with Gary Payton II

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones salute the streaking Pistons, Heat, and Raptors, then talk about teams, players and other things they're grateful for this season. From Chris Paul, to absurd Thunder runs, to alternate courts, to broadcast gimmicks. Basketball is awesome and we're glad we have it.

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.

If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot

(1:24) — Detroit Pistons

(9:29) — Miami Heat

(18:35) — Toronto Raptors

(25:20) — Teams (and things) we're grateful for

(41:41) — Players we're grateful for

🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube

Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv

Pistons, Heat, Raptors Rolling + a Salute to Chris Paul

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down the season debut of LeBron James, discussing the positives, growth areas, and things to keep track of as the sample grows.

Then, they react to the recent reporting surrounding LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets. How did we get here, how solvable is it, and who are some potential fits for LaMelo if the plug is pulled?

Finally, the guys check in on the Sacramento Kings. The vibes are bad and the record is worse; they discuss the current state and how they should move forward.

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.

If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot

(1:20) — LeBron James' debut

(22:51) — LaMelo Ball discussion

(43:13) — Should the Sacramento Kings blow this up?

🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube

Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv

Breaking Down LeBron James' Laker Debut + LaMelo Ball & Kings Trade Destinations

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones roam the baseline with praise for the Oklahoma City Thunder and surprisingly-feisty Atlanta Hawks.

Then, they check in on the Minnesota Timberwolves, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Milwaukee Bucks as they deal with teams working to take away their strengths.

Finally, the guys do their first All-Star check-in of the season. Who's in? Who's close? What will the US-based teams look like?

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.

If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot

(1:27) — Oklahoma City Thunder

(20:42) — Atlanta Hawks

(36:35) — Minnesota Timberwolves

(51:01) — Cleveland Cavaliers

(01:03:34) — Milwaukee Bucks

(01:08:42) — All-Star check-in

🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube

Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv

Thunder Look Like Juggernauts, What's Wrong with the Timberwolves + Early All-Star Rosters

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Stephen PridGeon-Garner (PHNX Sports) to discuss the surprisingly hot start of the Phoenix Suns.

Then, the guys break down the recent play of Nikola Jokic, who's setting the world on fire with an unrivaled blend of scoring efficiency and playmaking.

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.

If you’d like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties — they're free, and easy to sign up for — you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspot

(2:23) — Similarities between the Suns and the Phoenix Mercury

(4:03) — Early expectations & results of new head coach Jordan Ott

(12:19) — Devin Booker's growth and usage

(28:46) — Complementary play of Grayson Allen, Dillon Brooks and Royce O'Neale

(37:08) — Suns defense

(53:43) — Rapid fire questions (Jalen Green, Ryan Dunn, Oso Ighodaro, Collin Gillespie, best lineup)

(01:06:03) — Nikola Jokic breakdown

🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube

Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at yahoosports.tv

Knicks and Spurs Rolling, What are the Celtics, and is it Panic Time in LA?

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