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The Dunker Spot

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Oklahoma City Thunder
New York Knicks
Indiana Pacers
Las Vegas Aces
NBA Playoffs
Cleveland Cavaliers
Boston Celtics
Minnesota Timberwolves
New York Liberty
Denver Nuggets
Minnesota Lynx
Jalen Brunson
Milwaukee Bucks
Dallas Mavericks
Miami Heat
Los Angeles Lakers
Victor Wembanyama
Orlando Magic

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.

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We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Sam Vecenie (Game Theory Podcast, The Athletic) makes his return! The guys participate in a Rookie Intrigue draft, each selecting the five players they're most intrigued by for this up... more

We have a fun episode coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the Dallas Mavericks after agreeing to an extension with Naji Marshall. From there, they broaden the conversation by power-ranking the Western Conference teams t... more

We have a very special episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones celebrate their 500th episode. The pair share the origin story of The Dunker Spot, reflect on their favorite memories of doing the show together and hea... more

The 500th episode of The Dunker Spot is coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the Golden State Warriors and Denver Nuggets as they navigate quiet offseasons. From there, they answer a few questions from the Dunker Spot ma... more

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Recent Guests

Siobhan Beslow
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Episode: BONUS: 500th episode spectacular
Alex Sarama
Portland Fire head coach
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Episode: Dunker Spot Mailbag! + Alex Sarama on his coaching philosophy & Gabriela Jaquez joins
Gabriela Jaquez
Chicago Sky rookie
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Episode: Dunker Spot Mailbag! + Alex Sarama on his coaching philosophy & Gabriela Jaquez joins
Ben Pfeifer
Draft analyst, Swish Theory contributor, Essentially Sports
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Episode: 2026 NBA Draft preview + WNBA weekend takeaways
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Episode: What brought us joy with Zach Lowe, WNBA tiers + Chelsea Gray interview
Chelsea Gray
WNBA star, point guard for Las Vegas Aces
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Episode: What brought us joy with Zach Lowe, WNBA tiers + Chelsea Gray interview
Justin Rowan
Co-host of The Chase Down Podcast
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Episode: Cavaliers deep dive, Lakers lose Luka + Sky trade thoughts
Carter Rodriguez
Co-host of The Chase Down Podcast
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Episode: Cavaliers deep dive, Lakers lose Luka + Sky trade thoughts
Breanna Stewart
WNBA star, joining the show for the first time
Seattle Storm / U.S. national team
Episode: All-Defense check-in, Jalen Duren's rise + Breanna Stewart joins the show

Hosts

Nekias Duncan
Host with analytical focus, known for deep dives into film and locker-room dynamics.
Steve Jones Jr.
Former NBA video coordinator and assistant coach providing coaching perspective and on-court strategy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Boo Yahoo

    Yahoo nerfed the fun episode titles :-(

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Guyyyyy yyy
    United States9 months ago
  • Awesome basketball analysis

    Podcast Addict
    5
    👁️👁️👁️
    9 months ago
  • Still the best NBA podcast

    Updating the below from a few years ago with the move to Yahoo: still excellent, though a few years later it’s clear that a lot of podcasting is about chemistry, and the married vibes make it a little more difficult to listen to, particularly - hate to say it - Steve is just leaning too hard into the annoyance with Nekias’ angles in advance, which stops him from getting into the zone that we came to the podcast for which is his unique insight as a coach and analyst. Don’t become an old man too e... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    djbtak
    Australia10 months ago
  • Spot on!!

    This is a show of SUBSTANCE! I have grown too impatient with podcasts that turn everything into jokes with no relevant facts and then there are those that make obvious predictions only to revise them later if any minor change occurs. These guys give detailed, descriptive, step-step descriptions of plays and defensive match ups and rotations, etc. Listening to this show is both enjoyable and educational!! Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PSH4332
    United States10 months ago
  • Pretty good I guess

    Often enjoyable show. Often a fun rapport. But also, unfortunately, Steve Jones Jr often sounds like he is just straight up annoyed to even be doing this podcast at all and putting up with Nekias’ often stat-based and “hipster” basketball takes. They will also often reference things from twitter or other insider basketball things and just expect the listener to understand or be caught up without providing any context. I’ve often appreciated this show but after hearing Steve’s bad mood and seeing... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sweet Symphonist
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise detailed, data-driven basketball analysis and strong host chemistry
Positive reception of WNBA coverage and roster discussions, with calls for more ad-free options and occasional guest spots
Some feedback notes Steve's delivery can be abrasive; Nekias' insights are frequently highlighted as the podcast's strength

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BONUS: 500th episode spectacular
Q: What have you learned about basketball and yourselves while working on this podcast together?
Nekias notes that being alongside someone smarter provides a constant learning incentive, improving defense rotaries and overall analytical depth, while Steve emphasizes authenticity, vulnerability, and staying curious as essential to growth.
2026 NBA Draft preview + WNBA weekend takeaways
Q: Which top-tier prospects stand out, and how are you ranking them?
The top three (Boozer, Peterson, Dybantsa) are viewed as a tier with very close value; teams' archetype preferences and team needs will largely influence which of the three is favored in any given draft.
2026 NBA Draft preview + WNBA weekend takeaways
Q: With the Giannis situation, how might trades affect mock drafts and big boards?
Trade rumors can introduce uncertainty, leading teams to hedge by considering multiple archetypes and being prepared for last-minute pivots, especially around top picks where positional needs and fit are critical.
All-Defense check-in, Jalen Duren's rise + Breanna Stewart joins the show
Q: What makes Jalen Duren one of the top centers in the East, and who would you put with him in a top-five center group?
Duren is in the top tier along with Bam Adebayo, Carl Anthony Towns, and Bam and Jokic, with Duren's rim protection, finishing, and switch capability keeping him in the debate; Bam's perimeter switching and overall defense balance the group.
Unrivaled players & awards talk with Myles Ehrlich
Q: How did you evaluate the All-Unrivaled First/Second Teams and who were the hardest cuts?
We agreed the top four—Chelsea Gray, Paige Beckers, Kelsey Plum, and Aliyah Boston—were locks, then faced tough cuts among players like Marina Mabry, Alyah Edwards, and Brittany Sykes as we tried to balance two teams while rewarding two-way impact, shooting, and how players fit within the Unrivaled format.

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What is The Dunker Spot about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts deliver in-depth, analytical basketball conversations with a heavy emphasis on X's-and-O's breakdowns of NBA teams and players, plus regular WNBA coverage. They fuse practical game observations with roster moves, coaching decisions, and tactical nuances, creating a voice that appeals to coaching-minded fans, executives, and serious basketball followers who crave actionable insight beyond headlines. Noteworthy are their deep tactical debates, willingness to dissect lineups and defensive schemes, and recurring WNBA seasons discussions that broaden the scope beyond the NBA alone. The format tends to be data- and film-driven, with strong chemistry between the hosts driving a clear, thought-provoking point of view that resonates with l... more

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1. Siobhan Beslow
2. Alex Sarama
3. Gabriela Jaquez
4. Ben Pfeifer
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6. Chelsea Gray
7. Justin Rowan
8. Carter Rodriguez

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