As anticipation and excitement build for the NBA’s 22-team, late-July return in Orlando, Florida, we’re still left with more questions than answers. And we’re not the only ones: Both the league and the NBA Players’ Association have not even finalized terms yet and continue to debate the details. So what are the long-term ramifications and…
Are the Washington Mystics poised to raise another trophy, or has the rest of the contenders caught up? Jenn Hatfield of Her Hoops Stats and The Next joins host Gabe Ibrahim to discuss the impact of Washington’s key losses (like Kristi Tolliver) and additions (like Tina Charles). Can the Mystics’ free-wheeling, three-point slinging, multi-level attack continue to knock opponents…
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen and Bryan Toporek discuss the top storylines for when the 2019-20 NBA season reboots in late July. How will the extended layoff affect teams? Will any teams attempt to manipulate their seeding for easier early-round playoff matchups? Are the Milwaukee Bucks, Los Angeles Lakers and Los…
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen and Bryan Toporek are joined by Anthony Sain (@SainAsylum) of AllGrizzlies.com to discuss the NBA’s imminent return (!) and the ongoing nationwide protests over George Floyd’s death and racial inequality. How will the NBA’s new playoff format affect the bottom of the Western Conference bracket? Should…
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen, Bryan Toporek and special guest Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) of Yahoo Sports discuss the latest news about the resumption of the 2019-20 NBA season and possible playoff scenarios. How many teams should we expect to see come back? What playoff formats are actively being discussed? How will…
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen and Bryan Toporek discuss the top power forwards in the 2020 NBA free-agent class. What is Anthony Davis’ best contractual option in free agency? Is Brandon Ingram a no-brainer max player? Which teams should go after Danilo Gallinari and Davis Bertans? Should the Denver Nuggets try…
As the WNBA inches closer to starting up its season, a lot of attention turns to big names that changed venues. But what about the key contributors coming off rookie contracts who stay put and now step into bigger roles? TBW’s WNBA staff writer Huw Hopkins joins host Gabe Ibrahim to break down which of…
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen and Bryan Toporek discuss the top small forwards in the 2020 NBA free-agent class. Should DeMar DeRozan decline his $27.7 million player option? How much should the Sacramento Kings be willing to spend on Bogdan Bogdanovic? Which contenders should go after Joe Harris? Who should take…
Many players struggle just to carve out an NBA career during their first season or two. However, once establishing themselves, they unlock new pathways and opportunities depending on their talent and production. Whether it’s earning a max contract, a greater role or even just proving to be a “winning” player, life comes fast before earning…
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen and Bryan Toporek discuss the top shooting guards in the 2020 free-agent class. Should Evan Fournier decline his $17.2 million player option? If so, where should he sign this offseason? What about Tim Hardaway Jr.? Which teams should be interested in Malik Beasley? Will Kentavious Caldwell-Pope…
