Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni discuss which teams, players, and coaches are under the most pressure heading into the NBA season. Then after the break they give their bold predictions for the NBA season.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Zena KeitaExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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NBA award predictions: Who will win MVP?
Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni are back and ready to preview the NBA season. They give their predictions for MVP, DPOY, MIP, COY, 6MOY and ROY.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Zena KeitaExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Does Kevin Durant make the Rockets contenders?
Es Baraheni is joined by Will Guillory of the Athletic to preview the Houston Rockets season. What are the expectations for Kevin Durant? How will he mesh with the young players? Is Amen Thompson ready to make a leap?Host: Es BaraheniWith: Will GuilloryExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Can Ace Bailey give hope to the Jazz?
On today’s show, Zena Keita and Andy Larsen discuss the future of the Utah Jazz, focusing on the key factors that will determine the team's success in the coming years. They explore the importance of identifying players who will fit into the team's contention timeline, particularly highlighting Keyonte George's uncertain position. The discussion also touches on recent player trades, including Collin Sexton's trade to the Charlotte Hornets, and the implications of these moves on the team's dynamics.Host: Zena KeitaWith: Andy LarsenExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Can Anthony Edwards win the 2026 NBA MVP?
Dave DuFour is joined by Jon Krawczynski of the Athletic to preview the Minnesota Timberwolves season. Jon gives his thoughts on the Wolves continuity, their plans at the point guard spot, and why Anthony Edwards has another leap coming.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Jon KrawczynskiExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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