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Start your day with The Athletic NBA Daily – a fast, entertaining recap of the most important games and stories from the world of professional basketball with new episodes dropping Monday through Friday. Hosted by Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Esfandiar Baraheni with regular appearances by The Athletic’s award-winning NBA reporters. Andrew Schlecht and Alex Spears cap the week with the full-length Saturday Slam n’ Jam episode.

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Yesterday · 27 min
Denver Nuggets season preview
Dave DuFour is joined by Adam Mares, from DNVR, to preview the Denver Nuggets season, discuss Jamal Murray’s impact and importance, and breakdown the MVP chances for Nikola Jokić. Host: Dave DuFour Guest: Adam Mares Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Video/Audio: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Yesterday · 35 min
Washington Wizards Season Preview
Es Baraheni is joined by Josh Robbins from the Athletic to preview the Washington Wizards season, breakdown A.J. Dybantsa’s impact as a rookie, and project their playoff chances. Host: Es Baraheni With: Josh Robbins Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Yesterday · 31 min
Philadelphia 76ers season preview
Dave DuFour is joined by Tony Jones from the Athletic to preview the Philadelphia 76ers season, discuss their added star power with Jaylen Brown and LeBron James, and debate who their best player will be this season. Host: Dave DuFour Guest: Law Murray Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Video/Audio: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Yesterday · 27 min
Orlando Magic season preview
Es Baraheni is joined by Josh Robbins from the Athletic to preview the Orlando Magic season, discuss their coaching change, and what to look for from Paolo Banchero. Host: Es Baraheni With: Josh Robbins Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tuesday · 44 min
Cleveland Cavaliers Season Preview
Es Baraheni is joined by Justin Rowan and Carter Rodriguez, the hosts of the Chase Down Podcast, to preview the Cleveland Cavaliers season, breakdown the biggest storylines to watch, and discuss their championship chances. Host: Es Baraheni Guests: Justin Rowan and Carter Rodriguez Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Monday · 31 min
Los Angeles Clippers Season Preview
Dave DuFour is joined by Law Murray from the Athletic to preview the Los Angeles Clippers season, weigh the fallout of their tumultuous offseason, and look at the direction of the franchise without Kawhi Leonard. Host: Dave DuFour Guest: Law Murray Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht Video/Audio: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Saturday · 36 min
Indiana Pacers season preview
Indiana Pacers Preview Es Baraheni is joined by Caitlin Cooper to preview the Indiana Pacers season and answer the following questions: 1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline 2. What’s the floor and ceiling? 3. Who’s the X Factor? 4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie? 5. Crystal ball prediction for the season Host: Es Baraheni With: Caitlin Cooper Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday · 31 min
New Orleans Pelicans season preview
Es Baraheni is joined by Shamit Dua to preview the New Orleans Pelicans season and answer the following questions: 1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline 2. What’s the floor and ceiling? 3. Who’s the X Factor? 4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie? 5. Crystal ball prediction for the season Host: Es Baraheni With: Shamit Dua Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 1 · 36 min
Charlotte Hornets season preview
Es Baraheni is joined by Brian Geisinger to preview the Charlotte Hornets season and answer the following questions: 1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline 2. What’s the floor and ceiling? 3. Who’s the X Factor? 4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie? 5. Crystal ball prediction for the season Host: Es Baraheni With: Brian Geisinger Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 30 · 28 min
Miami Heat Season Preview
Miami Heat Preview Es Baraheni is joined by Wes Goldberg to preview the Miami Heat season and answer the following questions: 1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline 2. What’s the floor and ceiling? 3. Who’s the X Factor? 4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie? 5. Crystal ball prediction for the season Host: Es Baraheni With: Wes Goldberg Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 29 · 34 min
Portland Trail Blazers season preview
Andrew Schlecht is joined by Sean Highkin, from The Rose Garden Report, to preview the Portland Trailblazers season, discuss the addition of Ja Morant to a crowded backcourt, and the impact of the new ownership group. Host: Andrew Schlecht Guest: Sean Highkin Exec Producer: Andrew Schlecht Video/Audio: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 28 · 24 min
Brooklyn Nets Season Preview
Andrew Schlecht is joined by Erik Slater, from the Locked On Nets podcast, to preview the Brooklyn Nets season, which young players to watch, and their future. Host: Andrew Schlecht With: Erik Slater Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 25 · 33 min
New York Knicks Season Preview
Es Baraheni is joined by James Edwards III to preview the New York Knicks season and answer the following questions: 1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline 2. What’s the floor and ceiling? 3. Who’s the X Factor? 4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie? 5. Crystal ball prediction for the season Host: Es Baraheni With: James Edwards III Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 23 · 29 min
San Antonio Spurs Season Preview
Es Baraheni is joined by Jared Weiss to preview the San Antonio Spurs season and answer the following questions: 1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline 2. What’s the floor and ceiling? 3. Who’s the X Factor? 4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie? 5. Crystal ball prediction for the season Host: Es Baraheni With: Jared Weiss Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 21 · 42 min
Toronto Raptors Season Preview
Es Baraheni is joined by Samson Folk and Trevon Heath of the Pull Up Tre podcast to discuss the Raptors championship odds, Kawhi Leonard and Scottie Barnes fit, and whether they need to make a trade. Host: Es Baraheni With: Samson Folk and Trevon Heath Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 18 · 27 min
Atlanta Hawks Season Preview
Es Baraheni is joined by Lauren Williams to preview the Atlanta Hawks season and answer the following questions: 1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline 2. What’s the floor and ceiling? 3. Who’s the X Factor? 4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie? 5. Crystal ball prediction for the season Host: Es Baraheni With: Lauren Williams Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 16 · 35 min
Golden State Warriors Preview
Es Baraheni is joined by Zena Keita to preview the Golden State Warriors season and answer the following questions: 1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline 2. What’s the floor and ceiling? 3. Who’s the X Factor? 4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie? 5. Crystal ball prediction for the season Host: Es Baraheni With: Zena Keita Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 14 · 1 hr 2 min
Game Changers with Marcus Thompson
Dave DuFour is joined by Marcus Thompson II to discuss his new book on basketball game changers, exploring how players and innovations have transformed the sport. He shares insights on legendary figures, evolution of play styles, and the future of basketball. Host: Dave DuFour With: Marcus Thompson Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 11 · 29 min
Sacramento Kings Preview
Andrew Schlecht is joined by Deuce Mason and Morgan Ragan to discuss the Sacramento Kings and answer the following questions: 1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline 2. What’s the floor and ceiling? 3. Who’s the X Factor? 4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie? 5. Crystal ball prediction for the season Host: Andrew Schlecht With: Deuce Mason and Morgan Ragan Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 9 · 26 min
The New Chicago Bulls
Es Baraheni is joined by Joel Lorenzi to discuss the Chicago Bulls and answer the following questions: 1. What’s the thing most fans are looking forward to with this team? / Biggest Storyline 2. What’s the floor and ceiling? 3. Who’s the X Factor? 4. Expectations for the best player or best rookie? 5. Crystal ball prediction for the season Host: Es Baraheni With: Joel Lorenzi Producer: Andrew Schlecht Audio/Video: Alex Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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