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The Dunker Spot

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NBA
New York Knicks
WNBA Free Agency
WNBA
Philadelphia 76ers
Miami Heat
Jalen Brunson
Los Angeles Clippers
Cleveland Cavaliers
OG Anunoby
Luka Dončić
Denver Nuggets
Injuries
Toronto Raptors
Milwaukee Bucks
Boston Celtics
Nikola Jokic
James Harden
Paul George
Kawhi Leonard

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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Latest Episodes

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones celebrate a week of incredible performances around the league. From Bam Adebayo's 83-point game, to Shai breaking a seemingly unbreakable Wilt record, to Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic having legendary performances on thei... more

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down Jayson Tatum's first two games back from injury. They discuss what they liked, his usage, how his minutes have been dispersed, and things they... more

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

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Couper Moorhead (HEAT.com, After The Buzzer podcast) to talk all things Miami Heat. They explore Miami's drastic shift offensively, their still-el... more

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

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Myles Ehrlich (Pull Up with Myles & Owen podcast) to discuss the latest in Unrivaled. Myles was on the scene in Brooklyn as the semi-finals wer... more

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Recent Guests

Couper Moorhead
Miami Heat insider, host of After The Buzzer podcast
Miami Heat
Episode: Examining the New-Look Miami Heat with Couper Moorhead, Jayson Tatum Returns + Unrivaled Recap
Myles Ehrlich
Host of The Pull Up with Myles & Owen
The Pull Up with Myles & Owen
Episode: Unrivaled players & awards talk with Myles Ehrlich
Ku Khahil
Host of Lockdown Pistons
Lockdown Pistons
Episode: Detroit Pistons deep dive, polarizing Paolo Banchero + Unrivaled awards
James Harden
Star guard for Cleveland Cavaliers
Cleveland Cavaliers
Episode: New Faces in New Places + Unrivaled 1-on-1 preview
Jaren Jackson Jr.
Young star player for Utah Jazz
Utah Jazz
Episode: New Faces in New Places + Unrivaled 1-on-1 preview
Nikola Vucevic
Center for Boston Celtics
Boston Celtics
Episode: New Faces in New Places + Unrivaled 1-on-1 preview
Aliyah Boston
Rising star in the Unrivaled league
Phantom
Episode: New Faces in New Places + Unrivaled 1-on-1 preview
Kelsey Plumb
Key player in Unrivaled league
Phantom
Episode: New Faces in New Places + Unrivaled 1-on-1 preview
Becky Hammon
Hall of Fame head coach of the Las Vegas Aces, six-time All-Star, and former professional player.
Las Vegas Aces
Episode: Thunder's Return to Dominance + a Conversation with Becky Hammon

Hosts

Nekias Duncan
Host of The Dunker Spot; basketball writer and analyst.
Steve Jones Jr.
Co-host of The Dunker Spot; former NBA video coordinator and assistant coach.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Boo Yahoo

    Yahoo nerfed the fun episode titles :-(

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Guyyyyy yyy
    United States4 months ago
  • Awesome basketball analysis

    Podcast Addict
    5
    👁️👁️👁️
    5 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
    Australia5 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 States5 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 States7 months ago

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Listeners praise the show for deep tactical analysis and X's and O's breakdowns.
Many appreciate the chemistry between the hosts and their ability to connect advanced concepts with on-court reality.
Some hear critiques about delivery style, but consistency and basketball knowledge are frequently highlighted as strengths.
The mix of NBA and WNBA coverage is a noted differentiator and welcomed by fans.
Guests and occasional insiders are seen as valuable additions that deepen context without sacrificing rigor.

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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.
Unrivaled players & awards talk with Myles Ehrlich
Q: Was Chelsea Gray your MVP pick, and what did your ballot look like?
Until the final minute, I was torn between Chelsea Gray and Aliyah Boston, weighing Chelsea's offensive creation and efficiency against Aliyah's two-way impact; in the end, Chelsea's sustained production and leadership made her the standout, though I could see arguments for Aliyah depending on weighting of team success vs individual dominance.
Cade Cunningham for MVP? Dunker mailbag + Unrivaled preview
Q: How does the team balance integrating new players post-trade deadline?
Coaches typically maintain the team's identity while finding ways to enhance their scheme around the new player.
Cade Cunningham for MVP? Dunker mailbag + Unrivaled preview
Q: Is Cade Cunningham the best player in the league?
It's hard to argue against Cade Cunningham's current performance and his significant impact on his team's success this season.
Detroit Pistons deep dive, polarizing Paolo Banchero + Unrivaled awards
Q: What were your expectations of JB heading into his Pistons tenure?
There were concerns about whether JB Bickerstaff could get the team to play hard every night and connect with the players.

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1. Couper Moorhead
2. Myles Ehrlich
3. Ku Khahil
4. James Harden
5. Jaren Jackson Jr.
6. Nikola Vucevic
7. Aliyah Boston
8. Kelsey Plumb

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