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The Dunker Spot

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NBA
New York Knicks
WNBA Free Agency
WNBA
Miami Heat
Jalen Brunson
Los Angeles Clippers
Cleveland Cavaliers
OG Anunoby
Luka Dončić
Denver Nuggets
Injuries
Toronto Raptors
Milwaukee Bucks
Boston Celtics
Nikola Jokic
All-Star Game
James Harden
Paul George
Julius Randle

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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With All-Star voting officially live, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their current All-Star teams — the games played minimum is (annoyingly, amusingly) in play for Nekias.

From there, they salut... more

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot on deck!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the MVP and ROY races — the top two for each award will be heavily contested throughout the year. Then, the guys react to a thrilling game between the... more

Ahead of this weekend's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones recap how the Magic, Knicks, Thunder and Spurs earned victories in the quarterfinals.

Then, the guys preview the semifinals — Knicks-Magic and Spurs-Thunder — asking and answering ... more

Ahead of this week's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones offer temperature checks in the West, ask key questions of the East, and bounce around with observations — and ice-in-cereal thoughts.

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us... more

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Recent Guests

Gary Payton II
Current Golden State Warrior and 10-year NBA vet
Golden State Warriors
Episode: Thanksgiving Mailbag + A Chat with Gary Payton II
Stephen PridGeon-Garner
Basketball analyst and commentator from PHNX Sports
PHNX Sports
Episode: The Phoenix Suns are Winning + Explaining Why Nikola Jokic is Unstoppable
Seth Partnow
Author and former director of basketball research for the Milwaukee Bucks
Midrange Theory
Episode: I'm A (Sports) Business, Man
Seerat Sohi
Writer for The Ringer and host of The Ringer WNBA Show
The Ringer
Episode: Check Your Email
Caitlin Cooper
A basketball analyst and writer known for insights on NBA teams and players.
Basketball, She Wrote
Episode: At the Level with Caitlin Cooper
Tyler Marsh
New head coach of the Chicago Sky
Chicago Sky
Episode: Sky Is The Limit
Ti Windisch
Host of the Gyro Step Podcast and the Gyro Step Podcast Network
Gyro Step Podcast Network
Episode: Oh Deer...
Siobhan Bezlow
Friend of the program, Miami Heatbeat homie, former hooper
Miami Heatbeat
Episode: Real Defense Hours
Matt Riccardi
Assistant General Manager of the Dallas Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks
Episode: Where's Red Panda?!

Hosts

Nekias Duncan
Host providing in-depth analysis and insight into basketball strategies and player performances.
Steve Jones Jr.
Co-host contributing practical coaching insights and analytical perspectives on basketball.

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 Statesa month ago
  • Awesome basketball analysis

    Podcast Addict
    5
    👁️👁️👁️
    2 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
    Australia2 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 States3 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 States5 months ago

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Critics of the show point out moments of annoyance from one host, which can detract from the overall experience, though the solid basketball analysis remains a strong point.
Highlighting the podcast's engagement with the WNBA has resonated well with listeners who appreciate diverse coverage in basketball discussions.
Listeners appreciate the substantive analysis provided, which goes beyond typical commentary, offering unique insights into basketball strategies and player dynamics.
There's a noted chemistry between the hosts that brings both humor and depth to discussions, making it enjoyable for dedicated basketball fans.

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Talking Points

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Back to the Mailbag!
Q: Is it a rise of two big lineups or did teams just find success with it?
It's a combination; while we saw more double bigs than last year, the effectiveness is dependent on the players' skill sets.
Back to the Mailbag!
Q: What was your big and or small takeaway in the league's philosophy and in your own coverage of it?
More teams are getting up and down the floor with a lot of pace, emphasizing versatility and identity.
I'm A (Sports) Business, Man
Q: Did you see anything in that game five that you feel confident that Indiana can attempt to poke it heading into this game six?
I still think they, I'm still very surprised at how willing OKC is to come off the strong side corner on some drives.
I'm A (Sports) Business, Man
Q: What were some of your broader takeaways from that game five and in general, just how have you kind of absorbed the series?
I started the series thinking that Indiana, intellectually thinking that Indiana could win. They were being sort of underrated going into the series.
What Do We Enjoy?
Q: What are your thoughts on the MVP race this year?
It's shaping up to be a strong competition between Shay Gilders-Alexander and Nikola Jokic.

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

The content features deep analytical discussions centered on the NBA, providing listeners with detailed breakdowns of team performance, player dynamics, and tactical strategies. Topics frequently range from game previews and recaps to in-depth evaluations of individual players and their impact on their teams, with a notable emphasis on emerging talents in the league. The hosts, drawing from their backgrounds in basketball, prioritize substantive conversations, often avoiding superficial commentary in favor of informed, insightful analyses.

This podcast is distinctive for its focus on nuanced and sophisticated basketball talk, appealing to both hardcore fans and those looking to deepen their understanding of the sport. Listeners can expect ... more

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1. Gary Payton II
2. Stephen PridGeon-Garner
3. Seth Partnow
4. Seerat Sohi
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