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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

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

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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?

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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

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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

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The Phoenix Suns are Winning + Explaining Why Nikola Jokic is Unstoppable

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones roam the baseline with some Western Conference love (Nuggets, Rockets) and some surging teams in the East (top-seeded Pistons, rising Raptors).

Then, they react to the breaking news out of Dallas — bye-bye, Nico Harrison — before diving into an odd Memphis Grizzlies season. Finally, they close with some well-deserved player shoutouts.

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

(1:58) — Denver Nuggets

(19:45) — Houston Rockets

(34:50) — Detroit Pistons

(44:02) — Toronto Raptors

(47:27) — Mavericks to fire Nico Harrison

(51:23) — Memphis Grizzlies

(01:11:06) — Los Angeles Clippers

(01:14:39) — Player Shoutouts

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

Nikola Jokic Looks Like the MVP, Kevin Durant Thriving in Houston and Nico Harrison Out in Dallas

It's time to check on the rookies!

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their early impression on 10 of the top rookies from this year's class, digging into what they like and some things they'll be keeping an eye on. The plan is to do a rookie-centric episode at the beginning of each month, with a rotating cast of names to discuss.

After that, the guys give their early impressions of each of the eight Unrivaled rosters and discuss their early favorites.

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

(1:59) — VJ Edgecombe (Sixers)

(13:58) — Cedric Coward (Grizzlies)

(21:53) — Cooper Flagg (Mavs)

(32:29) — Dylan Harper (Spurs)

(40:09) — Kon Knueppel (Hornets)

(47:00) — Jeremiah Fears (Pelicans)

(52:34) — Collin Murray-Boyles (Raptors)

(01:00:20) — Tre Johnson (Wizards)

(01:07:13) — Ryan Kalkbrenner (Hornets)

(01:11:52) — Derik Queen (Pelicans)

(01:17:56) — Quick shoutouts (Sion James, Will Richard, Hugo Gonzalez, Jazz)

(01:19:27) — Early thoughts on Unrivaled, Season 2

(01:27:28) — Free Throws

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VJ Edgecombe's Stellar Season, Rookie Rankings and Unrivaled Rosters Announced

We're bouncing around the league again!

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones "Roam the Baseline" with a few Western Conference shoutouts — and a hat tip to a hot start out East. Then, it's time for an identity check for a few teams looking to find themselves. The show closes with player shoutouts, free throws, and an apology to Saints fans.

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

(1:15) — Lakers

(12:25) — Thunder

(19:27) — Blazers

(25:32) — Bulls

(34:39) — Mavericks

(49:27) — Spurs

(52:07) — Knicks

(54:12) — Suns

(56:46) — Making us sad (Pelicans, Grizzlies, Nets)

(59:45) — Hawks

(01:01:03) — Jazz

(01:03:02) — Player shoutouts

(01:16:43) — Free Throws

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

Thunder Keep Rolling, Lakers Surging and More Weekend Takeaways

We've got a Halloween-themed episode of the Dunker Spot today!

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on a few Western conference teams, then have some fun as they bounce around the league. They discuss what's spooking them — good or bad — in the early portion of the season. Then, they close with a round of Trick or Treat, a game where they discuss some interesting early trends and decide if it's unsustainable (trick) or something they believe in (treat).

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

(1:09) — Lakers/Blazers League Pass Strategy Stream announcement

(2:00) — Lakers

(8:59) — Wolves

(21:32) — Rockets

(23:55) — Clippers

(29:49) — What's Spooking You? (Steph, SGA, KAT, Pelicans, Cavs, Celtics and more)

(50:47) — Trick or Treat (Bucks, Bulls, Nuggets, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and more)

(1:04:46) — Free Throws

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Austin Reaves Dominating for Lakers, Rockets Finding Their Groove + What's Spooking You

We're roughly a week into the 2025-26 regular season, and the guys have you covered with analysis! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give more of their early takeaways and questions from the season, including: the early dominance of Wemby and Giannis, the Heat pressing the turbo button, the Magic's shaky offense, the Raptors shaky defense, 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

(:32) Introduction

(1:25) Teams Impressing Us: San Antonio Spurs

(14:31) Teams Impressing Us: Miami Heat

(21:44) Teams Impressing Us: Milwaukee Bucks

(28:52) Teams Impressing Us: Denver Nuggets

(34:15) Teams Impressing Us: Philadelphia 76ers

(41:07) Teams making us think: New York Knicks

(45:51) Teams making us think: Orlando Magic

(49:42) Teams making us think: Houston Rockets

(51:36) Teams making us think: Detroit Pistons

(55:13) Teams making us think: Toronto Raptors

(1:00:06) Teams making us think: Utah Jazz

(1:04:18) Player Shoutouts

(1:17:34) Free Throws

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Wemby & Giannis' Dominance + NBA Opening Week Takeaways

The NBA regular season is underway, and the guys have you covered with analysis! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down some of their early takeaways from the first few days of the season. You'll get thoughts on contenders like the Thunder and Warriors, superstars like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Victor Wembanyama, and much more.

The show closes with WNBA news, as three head coaching jobs are slated to be filled soon. You'll get our quick thoughts on the Toronto Tempo, Portland Fire and Dallas Wings.

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

(:33) Introduction

(1:28) Warriors vs. Nuggets recap

(17:58) Thunder vs Pacers recap

(34:01) Bounce around the NBA

(45:09) More teams using full court pressure

(47:06) Raptors vs. Hawks recap

(51:23) Heat vs. Magic recap

(55:32) Hornets vs. Nets recap

(59:50) Lakers defense

(1:03:26) DeAndre Jordan signs with Pelicans

(1:04:02) WNBA coaching hires

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

Thunder Keep Rolling, Lakers Surging and More Weekend Takeaways

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