https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chucking-darts-nba-podcast--4415378enBasketballCopyright Chucking Dartshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4fc887efe1141d2f2bbdbce2a5986549.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chucking-darts-nba-podcast--4415378Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:33:21 +0000Chucking DartsChucking Dartschuckingdarts@gmail.comA basketball podcast of debatable accuracy. Rigorously, joyfully discussing the NBA. 100% correct until the ball is tipped. Darts are meant to be chucked forward. It's ok to be wrong about sports.falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-247-the-nba-s-new-eastern-conference-hierarchy-with-youknowball-s-sam-sheehan--73312929
Enjoy! (Order of conversation is not order of predicted finish).

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(0:00) Intro
(4:00) Boston Celtics
(21:15) Philadelphia 76ers
(30:30) New York Knicks and repeat chances
(36:15) Toronto Raptors
(42:30) Miami Heat
(51:00) Orlando Magic
(58:00) Indiana Pacers
(1:07:20) Detroit Pistons
(1:17:00) Cleveland Cavaliers
(1:24:00) Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73312929Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:27:47 +0000Chucking DartsYou Know Ball's green-thumbed cornerstone, Sam Sheehan, returns to reorder the Eastern Conference in the wake of Lebron James joining the Sixers and a wild offseason. Enjoy! (Order of conversation is not order of predicted finish). TIME STAMPS:...
Enjoy! (Order of conversation is not order of predicted finish).

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(0:00) Intro
(4:00) Boston Celtics
(21:15) Philadelphia 76ers
(30:30) New York Knicks and repeat chances
(36:15) Toronto Raptors
(42:30) Miami Heat
(51:00) Orlando Magic
(58:00) Indiana Pacers
(1:07:20) Detroit Pistons
(1:17:00) Cleveland Cavaliers
(1:24:00) Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Wrap]]>6028falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-246-full-2026-nba-draft-and-trade-reaction-sprint--72828083
My companion substack piece: https://chuckingdarts.substack.com/p/2026-nba-draft-final-dart-board-distrust

Enjoy!

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(0:00) Intro + Substack Thesis
(6:05) Wiz - Dybantsa
(21:30) Jazz -Peterson
(26:35) Grizzlies - Boozer, Lopez, Saunders
(36:35) Bulls - Wilson, Swain
(44:30) Clippers - Wagler, Baba Miller, Kawhi bounty
(55:20) Nets - Mikel Brown Jr., Joshua Jefferson, Bilodeau
(1:02:55) Kings - Darius Acuff, Karaban, Sharp
(1:07:05) Hawks - Kingston Flemings, Zuby Ejiofor, Henri Veesaar
(1:29:25) Mavs - Morez Johnson, De Larrea, Ischenko, Lawal
(1:40:00) Bucks - Giannis bounty, Burries, Ament, Castro, Lewis
(1:49:05) Warriors - Yaxel, Lajae Jones
(1:51:55) Thunder - Mara, Stirtz, Oweh
(1:56:50) Hornets - Lamelo bounty, Steinbach, Anderson
(2:03:00) Pistons - Ebuka Okorie, Ogonna Onyenso
(2:05:00) Raptors - Allen Graves, Kawhi Trade
(2:11:15) Spurs - Quaintance, Tarris Reed, Gillespie, Brown
(2:13:30) Wrap - Sixers draft + Jaylen Brown, Lakers draft + Kessler, Heat draft + Giannis, etc]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72828083Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:42:31 +0000Chucking DartsI empty the tank reacting to each (or about 27 or so) team's moves in the NBA Draft, as well as the seimic trades involving Giannis, Lamelo Ball, Kawhi Leonard, Jaylen Brown, and Walker Kessler. My companion substack piece:...
My companion substack piece: https://chuckingdarts.substack.com/p/2026-nba-draft-final-dart-board-distrust

Enjoy!

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(0:00) Intro + Substack Thesis
(6:05) Wiz - Dybantsa
(21:30) Jazz -Peterson
(26:35) Grizzlies - Boozer, Lopez, Saunders
(36:35) Bulls - Wilson, Swain
(44:30) Clippers - Wagler, Baba Miller, Kawhi bounty
(55:20) Nets - Mikel Brown Jr., Joshua Jefferson, Bilodeau
(1:02:55) Kings - Darius Acuff, Karaban, Sharp
(1:07:05) Hawks - Kingston Flemings, Zuby Ejiofor, Henri Veesaar
(1:29:25) Mavs - Morez Johnson, De Larrea, Ischenko, Lawal
(1:40:00) Bucks - Giannis bounty, Burries, Ament, Castro, Lewis
(1:49:05) Warriors - Yaxel, Lajae Jones
(1:51:55) Thunder - Mara, Stirtz, Oweh
(1:56:50) Hornets - Lamelo bounty, Steinbach, Anderson
(2:03:00) Pistons - Ebuka Okorie, Ogonna Onyenso
(2:05:00) Raptors - Allen Graves, Kawhi Trade
(2:11:15) Spurs - Quaintance, Tarris Reed, Gillespie, Brown
(2:13:30) Wrap - Sixers draft + Jaylen Brown, Lakers draft + Kessler, Heat draft + Giannis, etc]]>9237falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-245-the-knicks-win-and-the-hornets-2026-draft-moment-with-brian-geisinger-of-splittheaction--72535303
https://briangeisinger.substack.com/

Enjoy!

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(0:00) Intro
(3:00) How the Knicks Won the Finals
(17:00) The Spurs' Shortcomings
(30:00) Spurs' Roster Choice Ahead
(55:00) OG Anunoby the Unicorn
(1:09:50) Hornets and Morez Johnson Jr.
(1:30:00) Hannes Steinbach
(1:45:30) Zuby Ejiofor, Allen Graves, and Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72535303Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:31:35 +0000Chucking DartsBrian Geisinger (@bgeis_bird; @bgeisinger.bsky.social) talks the Knicks' victory, the Spurs' arrival and mandate, his history with Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby, and the Hornets' unique opportunity at 14 and 18 in the 2026 draft....
https://briangeisinger.substack.com/

Enjoy!

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(0:00) Intro
(3:00) How the Knicks Won the Finals
(17:00) The Spurs' Shortcomings
(30:00) Spurs' Roster Choice Ahead
(55:00) OG Anunoby the Unicorn
(1:09:50) Hornets and Morez Johnson Jr.
(1:30:00) Hannes Steinbach
(1:45:30) Zuby Ejiofor, Allen Graves, and Wrap]]>8564falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-244-spurs-jubilee-and-a-finals-preview-with-pat--72296706
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(0:00) Intro + Game 7 recap
(28:00) The Spurs roster build
(38:10) Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals
(1:11:22) Spurs draft at pick 20 + wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72296706Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:38:16 +0000Chucking DartsMy old friend and Spurs diehard Pat joins to recount a legendary game 7, appreciate the Spurs' roster build, and preview the NBA Finals. Plus, some draft options for the Spurs at 20. Enjoy! TIME STAMPS (0:00) Intro + Game 7 recap (28:00) The Spurs...
TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro + Game 7 recap
(28:00) The Spurs roster build
(38:10) Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals
(1:11:22) Spurs draft at pick 20 + wrap]]>5026falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-243-the-nba-finals-bound-new-york-knicks-a-2026-lottery-mock-draft-with-thestrickland-s-prez--72168003
Enjoy!

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(0:00) NBA Finals New York Knicks
(35:25) Wizards - Cam Boozer
(39:55) Jazz - Darryn Peterson
(46:45) Grizzlies - AJ Dybantsa
(53:40) Bulls - Caleb Wilson
(1:03:20) Clippers - Kingston Flemings
(1:12:30) Nets - Keaton Wagler
(1:16:15) Kings - Brayden Burries
(1:25:30) Hawks - Ebuka Okorie
(1:30:20) Mavericks - Darius Acuff Jr.
(1:35:35) Bucks - Yaxel Lendeborg
(1:39:05) Warriors - Aday Mara
(1:43:35) Thunder - Dailyn Swain
(1:48:00) Heat - Mikel Brown Jr.
(1:51:15) Hornets - Morez Johnson Jr.
(1:56:00) Knicks Options at 24 + wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72168003Tue, 26 May 2026 12:28:23 +0000Chucking DartsPrez (@_prezidente) of the Strickland returns as we wax poetic on the dominant New York Knicks, the special sauce behind their roster build, and the matchup problems they will present in the NBA Finals. Then, a 14 team Lottery Mock Draft. Enjoy!...
Enjoy!

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(0:00) NBA Finals New York Knicks
(35:25) Wizards - Cam Boozer
(39:55) Jazz - Darryn Peterson
(46:45) Grizzlies - AJ Dybantsa
(53:40) Bulls - Caleb Wilson
(1:03:20) Clippers - Kingston Flemings
(1:12:30) Nets - Keaton Wagler
(1:16:15) Kings - Brayden Burries
(1:25:30) Hawks - Ebuka Okorie
(1:30:20) Mavericks - Darius Acuff Jr.
(1:35:35) Bucks - Yaxel Lendeborg
(1:39:05) Warriors - Aday Mara
(1:43:35) Thunder - Dailyn Swain
(1:48:00) Heat - Mikel Brown Jr.
(1:51:15) Hornets - Morez Johnson Jr.
(1:56:00) Knicks Options at 24 + wrap]]>7578falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-242-thunder-tie-spurs-1-1-the-nets-choices-at-6-and-the-top-10-with-lucas-kaplan--72113872
Lucas also discuss his WNBA coverage and the NY Liberty's upcoming season. Check his substack out below and his work at Nets Daily for great W coverage all summer.

https://lucaskaplan.substack.com/

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(0:00) Intro + NY Liberty
(9:25) Thunder-Spurs G2
(21:40) Egor Demin's rookie season
(36:30) Mikel Brown, Darius Acuff, Keaton Wagler, Aday Mara
(1:02:40) Kingston Flemings
(1:10:10) Dailyn Swain + Yaxel Lendeborg + wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72113872Fri, 22 May 2026 12:03:18 +0000Chucking DartsLucas Kaplan (@LucasKaplan) of Nets Daily discusses OKC-San Antonio Game 2 and how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's problem solving led them to a win. Then, we discuss the Brooklyn Nets and yet another crossroads when the draft opens up at number 6, whether...
Lucas also discuss his WNBA coverage and the NY Liberty's upcoming season. Check his substack out below and his work at Nets Daily for great W coverage all summer.

https://lucaskaplan.substack.com/

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(0:00) Intro + NY Liberty
(9:25) Thunder-Spurs G2
(21:40) Egor Demin's rookie season
(36:30) Mikel Brown, Darius Acuff, Keaton Wagler, Aday Mara
(1:02:40) Kingston Flemings
(1:10:10) Dailyn Swain + Yaxel Lendeborg + wrap]]>6055falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-the-spurs-thunder-all-time-classic-game-1-and-its-draft-consequences-sprint--72068836
Enjoy!

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(0:00) The Game
(19:00) The Draft]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72068836Tue, 19 May 2026 13:01:16 +0000Chucking DartsI gush about one of the greatest games ever played, and highlight some prospects who may one day be lucky enough to play in one like it. Enjoy! TIME STAMPS (0:00) The Game (19:00) The Draft
Enjoy!

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(0:00) The Game
(19:00) The Draft]]>2253falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-241-the-wizards-number-1-dilemma-with-ross--72019282
TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro + Current Wizards Core
(10:20) AJ Dybantsa
(22:30) Darryn Peterson and Wiz Culture
(44:30) Trae Young Impact
(51:30) Trade Strategy
(56:30) Cam Boozer, 2026 PGs, wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72019282Fri, 15 May 2026 11:59:57 +0000Chucking DartsMy buddy Ross, a Wiz diehard, makes his debut to give a secular perspective on the Wizards' incredible good fortune and difficult choice at number 1. Dybantsa, Peterson, Boozer, and how they project to uplift a hungry franchise. Enjoy! TIME STAMPS...
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(0:00) Intro + Current Wizards Core
(10:20) AJ Dybantsa
(22:30) Darryn Peterson and Wiz Culture
(44:30) Trae Young Impact
(51:30) Trade Strategy
(56:30) Cam Boozer, 2026 PGs, wrap]]>4624falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-the-nba-playoffs-2nd-round-and-draft-extras-sprint--71855408
TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(4:20) Thunder-Lakers
(22:35) Spurs-Wolves
(31:00) Knicks-Sixers
(43:00) Pistons-Cavs
(52:30) 2026 Draft + Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71855408Mon, 04 May 2026 13:31:10 +0000Chucking DartsA solo episode into each 2nd round series, a first round autopsy, and some related draft thoughts on the 2026 class. Enjoy! TIME STAMPS (0:00) Intro (4:20) Thunder-Lakers (22:35) Spurs-Wolves (31:00) Knicks-Sixers (43:00) Pistons-Cavs (52:30) 2026...
TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(4:20) Thunder-Lakers
(22:35) Spurs-Wolves
(31:00) Knicks-Sixers
(43:00) Pistons-Cavs
(52:30) 2026 Draft + Wrap]]>3695falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-a-final-four-full-of-darts-sprint--71100437
Enjoy!

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(0:00) Intro + Title Pick
(5:00) Yaxel Lendeborg
(32:00) Aday Mara
(41:40) Morez Johnson Jr.
(49:00) Brayden Burries
(58:30) Koa Peat, Ivan Kharchenkov, Motiejus Krivas
(1:03:30) Keaton Wagler, Mirkovic
(1:14:00) Braylon Mullins, Karaban, Reed]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71100437Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:31:50 +0000Chucking DartsI sprint through Michigan-Arizona and Illinois-UConn, with deeper looks at Yaxel Lendeborg, Aday Mara, Morez Johnson, Brayden Burries, Keaton Wagler, and the 10 or so total NBA players playing this weekend. Enjoy! TIME STAMPS (0:00) Intro + Title...
Enjoy!

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(0:00) Intro + Title Pick
(5:00) Yaxel Lendeborg
(32:00) Aday Mara
(41:40) Morez Johnson Jr.
(49:00) Brayden Burries
(58:30) Koa Peat, Ivan Kharchenkov, Motiejus Krivas
(1:03:30) Keaton Wagler, Mirkovic
(1:14:00) Braylon Mullins, Karaban, Reed]]>4856falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-240-march-madness-bracket-duke-s-path-2026-draft-pgs-and-ebuka-okorie-with-brian-geisinger--70708975
Enjoy!

https://briangeisinger.substack.com/

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(0:00) Intro
(3:15) The Bracket and Duke's Path
(30:35) Acuff, Flemings, Tanner, Wagler, Philon, Stirtz, Anderson
(1:03:50) Ebuka Okorie + Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70708975Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:58:04 +0000Chucking DartsBrian Geisinger, author of Split the Action and host of BuzzBeat, breaks down Duke's title path within the March Madness bracket. Then, we dive into the many PGs with Final Four and NBA Draft aspirations - Darius Acuff, Kingston Flemings, Tyler...
Enjoy!

https://briangeisinger.substack.com/

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(0:00) Intro
(3:15) The Bracket and Duke's Path
(30:35) Acuff, Flemings, Tanner, Wagler, Philon, Stirtz, Anderson
(1:03:50) Ebuka Okorie + Wrap]]>5679falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-239-the-hornets-offense-knueppel-and-cam-boozer-and-caleb-wilson-going-1-2-w-brian-geisinger--70610791
Enjoy!

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(0:00) Intro
(4:00) Charlotte Hornets Success
(17:35) Kon Knueppel as NBA trendsetter
(50:00) Cam Boozer as 1 or 2
(1:15:45) Caleb Wilson as 1 or 2 + Wrap
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70610791Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:34:13 +0000Chucking DartsBrian Geisinger, host of Buzzbeat and author of Split the Action, rejoins to rejoice in the Charlotte Hornets' exceptional season, their envelope pushing offense, Kon Knueppel, and the draft lessons that suggest a 1-2 ranking for Cam Boozer and Caleb...
Enjoy!

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(0:00) Intro
(4:00) Charlotte Hornets Success
(17:35) Kon Knueppel as NBA trendsetter
(50:00) Cam Boozer as 1 or 2
(1:15:45) Caleb Wilson as 1 or 2 + Wrap
]]>6242falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-ep-the-new-year-s-freeze-as-a-solution-to-tanking-sprint--70073000
Enjoy! And credit to Matt Powers ( @DraftPow ) of Swish Theory for the first version of the idea that I have heard.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70073000Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:54:01 +0000Chucking DartsI advocate why a standings freeze on January 1 followed by a wins race for lottery odds among the bottom 7 teams would solve the NBA's tanking crisis. Enjoy! And credit to Matt Powers ( @DraftPow ) of Swish Theory for the first version of the idea...
Enjoy! And credit to Matt Powers ( @DraftPow ) of Swish Theory for the first version of the idea that I have heard.]]>2857falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-238-the-spurs-the-title-and-6-candidates-for-1-in-2026-draft-w-bennett-herbert-bendog28--70044072
Enjoy!

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(3:40) The Spurs and the West
(41:30) James Harden Trade and the East
(52:30) 2026 Number 1 Pick]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70044072Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:25:42 +0000Chucking DartsBennett Herbert (@bendog28) stops by to discuss the San Antonio Spurs' rise and their title chances "ahead of schedule," the James Harden trade, and a loaded top of the 2026 draft (Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, AJ Dybantsa, Caleb Wilson, Kingston...
Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS
(3:40) The Spurs and the West
(41:30) James Harden Trade and the East
(52:30) 2026 Number 1 Pick]]>6089falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-237-cam-boozer-caleb-wilson-mikel-brown-jr-and-a-loaded-acc-draft-class-w-brian-geisinger--69198888
TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(6:30) Cam Boozer
(43:50) Caleb Wilson
(1:07:30) Mikel Brown Jr.
(1:28:50) Neoklis Avdalas
(1:45:30) Patrick Ngongba Jr. + Henri Veesaar and Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69198888Wed, 24 Dec 2025 20:04:52 +0000Chucking DartsBrian Geisinger, host of the Buzz Beat podcast and the Split the Action Substack, returns to check in on the scouting reports of prospective top 5 picks Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson. We also contrast and debate Mikel Brown, Neoklis Avdalas, Patrick...
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(0:00) Intro
(6:30) Cam Boozer
(43:50) Caleb Wilson
(1:07:30) Mikel Brown Jr.
(1:28:50) Neoklis Avdalas
(1:45:30) Patrick Ngongba Jr. + Henri Veesaar and Wrap]]>8184falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-236-a-three-year-redraft-2023-2025-aka-dart-rank-with-sam-ferris-draftdummies--68848015
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(0:00) Intro + Dart Rank Explainer
(9:35) Picks 1-7
(1:03:25) Picks 8-14
(1:38:35) Picks 15-21 + wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68848015Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:41:06 +0000Chucking DartsSam Ferris (@DraftDummies) joins to bring back Dart Rank, a cumulative redraft of the 3 most recent draft classes headlined by Victor Wembanyama, Zaccharie Risacher, and Cooper Flagg, respectively. We go out to 21, identifying the "average" top 7...
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(0:00) Intro + Dart Rank Explainer
(9:35) Picks 1-7
(1:03:25) Picks 8-14
(1:38:35) Picks 15-21 + wrap]]>7708falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-235-nba-rookie-rankings-1-10-with-nathan-grubel-draftdeeper1213-of-noceilingsnba--68601878
Enjoy!

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(0:00) Intro
(5:30) Kon Knueppel
(28:10) Cedric Coward
(47:55) Cooper Flagg
(57:00) VJ Edgecombe
(1:10:20) Dylan Harper
(1:21:10) Ryan Kalkbrenner
(1:27:45) Derik Queen
(1:34:45) Jeremiah Fears
(1:43:15) Will Richard, CMB, Tre Johnson + Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68601878Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:06:12 +0000Chucking DartsNathan Grubel of @NoCeilingsNBA returns to discuss his weekly rookie rankings 1-10, and we update our scouting reports and thoughts on a rookie class with landmark responsibility within the league, from Cooper Flagg, VJ Edgecombe, Cedric Coward, Kon...
Enjoy!

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(0:00) Intro
(5:30) Kon Knueppel
(28:10) Cedric Coward
(47:55) Cooper Flagg
(57:00) VJ Edgecombe
(1:10:20) Dylan Harper
(1:21:10) Ryan Kalkbrenner
(1:27:45) Derik Queen
(1:34:45) Jeremiah Fears
(1:43:15) Will Richard, CMB, Tre Johnson + Wrap]]>7551falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-234-nba-preview-pt-3-offense-ranks-1-30-week-1-reax-raptors-roster-build-w-es-baraheni--68348996
Enjoy!

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(0:00) Intro
(6:55) Raptors Roster Build + Collin Murray Boyles
(16:30) Offense Ranks 1-30]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68348996Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:58:59 +0000Chucking DartsEsfandiar Baraheni (@justesbaraheni) of @TheAthleticNBADaily and @raptorsrepublic joins to round out a belated preview ranking where we expect all 30 offenses to end at the end of the season. Es also analyzes the curious roster build of his...
Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(6:55) Raptors Roster Build + Collin Murray Boyles
(16:30) Offense Ranks 1-30]]>6050falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-233-nba-preview-pt-2-an-over-under-lock-draft-with-jack-quantrill-thedropstep-nba--68226056
TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(7:35) Grizzlies
(18:10) Bucks
(29:30) Orlando Magic
(38:05) Spurs
(49:40) Kings
(57:45) Pelicans
(1:03:05) Hornets
(1:12:30) Bulls + Wizards
(1:23:45) Thunder + wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68226056Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:36:56 +0000Chucking DartsJack Quantrill, host of the Drop Step NBA POdcast and contributor to Celticsblog, swings by for a season preview episode where we draft our favorite "locks" for over or under performance by teams this year. Enjoy! TIME STAMPS (0:00) Intro (7:35)...
TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(7:35) Grizzlies
(18:10) Bucks
(29:30) Orlando Magic
(38:05) Spurs
(49:40) Kings
(57:45) Pelicans
(1:03:05) Hornets
(1:12:30) Bulls + Wizards
(1:23:45) Thunder + wrap]]>5450falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-232-nba-preview-pt-1-defensive-ranks-1-30-all-rookie-teams-nets-gambit-w-lucas-kaplan--68149282
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(0:00) Intro
(3:30) Brooklyn Nets' 5 rookies
(37:05) Predicting All-Rookie Teams
(44:30) NBA Defenses Tier 1 + Tier 2
(50::55) Tier 3: Rest of Top 10
(59:30) Tier 4: Mavs, Hawks, Pacers, Heat, Knicks?
(1:14:00) Tier 5: LAL, Den, and the Contender Middle
(1:25:00) Tier 6, DPOY talk + wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68149282Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:28:54 +0000Chucking DartsLucas Kaplan (@LucasKaplan_), Nets beat writer and contributor to Nets Daily, Basketball Insiders, and Swish Theory, joins to chat about the demented Nets" gambit surrounding their 5 first roundrs, predict all rookie teams, and tier out regular season...
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(0:00) Intro
(3:30) Brooklyn Nets' 5 rookies
(37:05) Predicting All-Rookie Teams
(44:30) NBA Defenses Tier 1 + Tier 2
(50::55) Tier 3: Rest of Top 10
(59:30) Tier 4: Mavs, Hawks, Pacers, Heat, Knicks?
(1:14:00) Tier 5: LAL, Den, and the Contender Middle
(1:25:00) Tier 6, DPOY talk + wrap]]>5986falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-231-dallas-mavericks-blurred-vision-and-cooper-flagg-with-lauren-gunn-thelaurengunn--67942374
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(0:00) Intro
(3:30) Anthony Davis + Offensive Identity
(16:45) Cooper Flagg + Anthony Davis
(23:30) Mavs' Bench and Trade Options
(29:25) Cooper Flagg's Timeline
(35:30) Defensive Identity + Most Improved Naji Marshall
(1:01:20) Mavs vs the West and Wrap

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67942374Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:21:46 +0000Chucking DartsLauren Gunn returns to sort through one of the West's most polarizing teams as the Mavericks try to turbo-charge two timelines into a title contender. How the youth, age, and uncertain offensive and defensive identities converge for the confounding...
TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(3:30) Anthony Davis + Offensive Identity
(16:45) Cooper Flagg + Anthony Davis
(23:30) Mavs' Bench and Trade Options
(29:25) Cooper Flagg's Timeline
(35:30) Defensive Identity + Most Improved Naji Marshall
(1:01:20) Mavs vs the West and Wrap

Enjoy!]]>4951falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-230-nba-offseason-retrospective-and-new-contenders-with-youknowball-s-sam-sheehan--67744763
Plus, some awards discussion. Enjoy! And subscribe to the You Know Ball patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/YouKnowBall

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(4:10) Orlando Magic
(23:30) East Middle
(26:10) Atlanta Hawks + Jalen Johnson
(38:15) Houston Rockets
(48:55) Denver Nuggets
(56:00) Spurs, Mavs, Blazers
(1:20:00) Wiz/Hornets + Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67744763Sat, 13 Sep 2025 12:12:41 +0000Chucking DartsSam Sheehan (@NBABabysecret) of the You Know Ball podcast + patreon joins to review the NBA's full offseason and determine which teams changed their stars, with a focus on new contenders in each conference. Plus, some awards discussion. Enjoy! And...
Plus, some awards discussion. Enjoy! And subscribe to the You Know Ball patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/YouKnowBall

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(4:10) Orlando Magic
(23:30) East Middle
(26:10) Atlanta Hawks + Jalen Johnson
(38:15) Houston Rockets
(48:55) Denver Nuggets
(56:00) Spurs, Mavs, Blazers
(1:20:00) Wiz/Hornets + Wrap]]>5833falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-229-nba-playoffs-lessons-and-building-a-winner-with-brian-geisinger--67518903
Enjoy!

Brian's sub: https://briangeisinger.substack.com/

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(5:45) NBA Finals + Top of 2025 Draft
(19:50) Lamelo Ball + Tyrese Haliburton
(32:45) Charlotte Hornets
(43:00) Playoff Team Building
(55:09) Atlanta Hawks
(1:12:45) Myles Turner
(1:16:00) Clippers + Cavs
(1:28:42) Cooper Flagg + Kon Knueppel
(1:39:40) Wolves/Thunder + Switchblade Guards
(1:50:30) Hornets Optimism + Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67518903Tue, 26 Aug 2025 15:11:28 +0000Chucking DartsWelcome back! Hornets expert Brian Geisinger, author of the excellent Split the Action Substack, returns to take a long look at the playoffs, the Finals, and how teams across the league are trying to build a contender in a rapidly evolving league....
Enjoy!

Brian's sub: https://briangeisinger.substack.com/

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(5:45) NBA Finals + Top of 2025 Draft
(19:50) Lamelo Ball + Tyrese Haliburton
(32:45) Charlotte Hornets
(43:00) Playoff Team Building
(55:09) Atlanta Hawks
(1:12:45) Myles Turner
(1:16:00) Clippers + Cavs
(1:28:42) Cooper Flagg + Kon Knueppel
(1:39:40) Wolves/Thunder + Switchblade Guards
(1:50:30) Hornets Optimism + Wrap]]>7577falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-228-full-2025-nba-draft-reaction-every-team-and-pick-sprint--66859543My draft write up is available on my substack, linked below.
https://chuckingdarts.substack.com/p/2025-nba-draft-final-dart-board-cooper

Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS
0:00 Intro
3:55 Mavs
15:05 Spurs
24:30 Sixers
32:00 Hornets
43:15 Jazz
51:45 Wizards
1:00:25 Pelicans
1:15:00 Nets
1:22:00 Raptors
1:33:47 Suns
1:50:45 Grizzlies
1:58:10 Bulls
2:06:05 Thunder
2:09:00 Blazers
2:14:05 Wolves
2:17:13 Heat
2:20:30 Hawks
2:23:13 Kings
2:28:55 Magic
2:31:43 Celtics/Clippers
2:35:00 Lakers
2:38:40 Rest + Wrap (Det, Mil, Cle, NY, GSW, Ind)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66859543Fri, 04 Jul 2025 11:55:31 +0000Chucking DartsThe draft is in the books and the darts have been chucked! I "run" through every team and pick (see time stamps), with some FA thoughts mixed in. My draft write up is available on my substack, linked below....My draft write up is available on my substack, linked below.
https://chuckingdarts.substack.com/p/2025-nba-draft-final-dart-board-cooper

Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS
0:00 Intro
3:55 Mavs
15:05 Spurs
24:30 Sixers
32:00 Hornets
43:15 Jazz
51:45 Wizards
1:00:25 Pelicans
1:15:00 Nets
1:22:00 Raptors
1:33:47 Suns
1:50:45 Grizzlies
1:58:10 Bulls
2:06:05 Thunder
2:09:00 Blazers
2:14:05 Wolves
2:17:13 Heat
2:20:30 Hawks
2:23:13 Kings
2:28:55 Magic
2:31:43 Celtics/Clippers
2:35:00 Lakers
2:38:40 Rest + Wrap (Det, Mil, Cle, NY, GSW, Ind)]]>10001falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-227-derik-queen-cmb-thomas-sorber-kalkbrenner-and-hansen-yang-with-matt-powers--66381622
TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(3:40) Derik Queen
(40:38) Thomas Sorber
(1:03:00) Ryan Kalkbrenner
(1:09:50) Collin Murray-Boyles
(1:32:18) Hansen Yang + Mailbag]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66381622Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:19:04 +0000Chucking Darts@DraftPow, editor in chief of @SwishTheory, returns to discuss the brainy, knotty bigs of the 2025 class. Enjoy, and thank you for the questions! Addressed at end of episode, TIME STAMPS (0:00) Intro (3:40) Derik Queen (40:38) Thomas Sorber (1:03:00)...
TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(3:40) Derik Queen
(40:38) Thomas Sorber
(1:03:00) Ryan Kalkbrenner
(1:09:50) Collin Murray-Boyles
(1:32:18) Hansen Yang + Mailbag]]>6866falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-226-2025-nba-mock-draft-lottery-with-keandre-ashley-of-hoopintellect--66129549
Enjoy! And check Keandre's mock draft here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYX40Uh5OP0

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(4:35) Mavericks - Cooper Flagg
(12:20) Spurs - Dylan Harper
(22:00) 76ers - Kon Knueppel
(30:30) Hornets - VJ Edgecombe
(42:50) Jazz - Tre Johnson
(47:10) Wizards - Ace Bailey
(55:30) Pelicans - Khaman Maluach
(1:00:50) Nets - Derik Queen
(1:09:30) Raptors - Hansen Yang
(1:21:30) Rockets - Collin Murray-Boyles
(1:28:45) Blazers - Carter Bryant
(1:34:35) Bulls - Thomas Sorber
(1:39:35) Hawks - Maxime Raynaud
(1:47:10) Spurs - Noah Penda
(1:52:30) HMs (Coward, Fears, Jakucionis, Richardson, Lendeborg, Essengue, etc) and wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66129549Sat, 17 May 2025 12:53:56 +0000Chucking DartsThe lottery order is set, so let's pick it! Keandre, owner and operator of the fantastic Hoop Intellect channel, joins to go 1-14. Plenty of scouting and fit thoughts, as well as a long tail on honorable mentions of a very diverse class. Enjoy! And...
Enjoy! And check Keandre's mock draft here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYX40Uh5OP0

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(4:35) Mavericks - Cooper Flagg
(12:20) Spurs - Dylan Harper
(22:00) 76ers - Kon Knueppel
(30:30) Hornets - VJ Edgecombe
(42:50) Jazz - Tre Johnson
(47:10) Wizards - Ace Bailey
(55:30) Pelicans - Khaman Maluach
(1:00:50) Nets - Derik Queen
(1:09:30) Raptors - Hansen Yang
(1:21:30) Rockets - Collin Murray-Boyles
(1:28:45) Blazers - Carter Bryant
(1:34:35) Bulls - Thomas Sorber
(1:39:35) Hawks - Maxime Raynaud
(1:47:10) Spurs - Noah Penda
(1:52:30) HMs (Coward, Fears, Jakucionis, Richardson, Lendeborg, Essengue, etc) and wrap]]>8571falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-225-the-thunder-s-title-path-pacers-cavs-and-raptors-draft-targets-w-esfandiar-baraheni--65743556
TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro + Ivica Zubac
(5:55) MIP Ty Jerome
(12:00) Thunder Improvements and Title Path
(28:00) Obi Toppin and Pacers/Cavs
(44:05) Matas Buzelis
(50:00) Raptors Rebuild + Draft]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65743556Sat, 26 Apr 2025 14:04:14 +0000Chucking DartsEsfandiar Baraheni (@justesbaraheni) of The Athletic's Daily NBA Show, Raptors Republic, Forbes, and elsewhere joins to talk Most Improved Players, the Thunder's title chances, a R2 upset pick, and the Raptors rebuild and draft strategy this year....
TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro + Ivica Zubac
(5:55) MIP Ty Jerome
(12:00) Thunder Improvements and Title Path
(28:00) Obi Toppin and Pacers/Cavs
(44:05) Matas Buzelis
(50:00) Raptors Rebuild + Draft]]>4415falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-224-kon-knueppel-s-star-bet-cooper-flagg-redux-and-a-khaman-maluach-debate-w-brian-geisinger--65538424
Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(3:00) Cooper Flagg Check In
(29:30) Kon Knueppel
(1:16:05) Jase Richardson
(1:26:40) Khaman Maluach + Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65538424Fri, 11 Apr 2025 12:29:30 +0000Chucking DartsBrian Geisinger (Split the Action substack; @bgeisinger.bsky.social) returns to check in on number 1 pick Cooper Flagg, then a deep look at his teammate Kon Knueppel, and whether he can be an unconventional NBA star. Plus, discussion on Jase...
Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(3:00) Cooper Flagg Check In
(29:30) Kon Knueppel
(1:16:05) Jase Richardson
(1:26:40) Khaman Maluach + Wrap]]>6858falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-223-a-2024-nba-doubles-redraft-and-march-appreciation-with-youknowball-s-trillbrodude--65220431
Trill takes two players, then I take two, and so forth. The Doubles format illustrates how tight this draft is, how many cases there are to make, and how we can differentiate among so many "role" players.

Plus, an intro taking a peek at Sixers' 2025 draft strategy.

Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro + Sixers 2025 draft
(18:30) Jared McCain + Kel'El Ware
(58:40) Ron Holland + Matas Buzelis
(1:22:40) Alex Sarr + Steph Castle
(1:47:30) Zach Edey + Reed Sheppard
(1:56:00) Zaccharie Risacher + Bub Carrington
(2:08:30) Kyshawn George + Jaylen Wells
(2:14:20) Donovan Clingan + Kyle Filipowski + HMs/Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65220431Sat, 29 Mar 2025 20:49:10 +0000Chucking DartsTrill returns from his triumphant YouKnowBall Extravaganza in New Orleans to crack off another 2024 redraft: this time, in Doubles format. Trill takes two players, then I take two, and so forth. The Doubles format illustrates how tight this draft...
Trill takes two players, then I take two, and so forth. The Doubles format illustrates how tight this draft is, how many cases there are to make, and how we can differentiate among so many "role" players.

Plus, an intro taking a peek at Sixers' 2025 draft strategy.

Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro + Sixers 2025 draft
(18:30) Jared McCain + Kel'El Ware
(58:40) Ron Holland + Matas Buzelis
(1:22:40) Alex Sarr + Steph Castle
(1:47:30) Zach Edey + Reed Sheppard
(1:56:00) Zaccharie Risacher + Bub Carrington
(2:08:30) Kyshawn George + Jaylen Wells
(2:14:20) Donovan Clingan + Kyle Filipowski + HMs/Wrap]]>9490falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-222-rj-luis-walt-clayton-and-the-underrated-nba-talent-of-st-johns-and-florida-with-ct-fazio--64953668
Draft these players and enjoy!

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro/St. John's
(7:25) RJ Luis
(48:30) Zuby Ejiofor
(1:08:00) Florida/Walt Clayton
(1:20:00) Alex Condon/Thomas Haugh
(1:28:00) Will Richard + Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64953668Tue, 18 Mar 2025 11:45:27 +0000Chucking DartsCT Fazio ( @CTFazio24 ) rejoins to draft scout two of the trendiest teams in the NCAA tournament, Big East Champion St. John's and SEC Champion Florida. Draft these players and enjoy! TIME STAMPS (0:00) Intro/St. John's (7:25) RJ Luis (48:30) Zuby...
Draft these players and enjoy!

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro/St. John's
(7:25) RJ Luis
(48:30) Zuby Ejiofor
(1:08:00) Florida/Walt Clayton
(1:20:00) Alex Condon/Thomas Haugh
(1:28:00) Will Richard + Wrap]]>6480falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-221-2024-2025-nba-rookie-class-examination-roy-with-ben-pfeifer--64747918
Note: There are more than 10 enjoyable rookies! HM to those without enough run (Reed Sheppard, Rob Dillingham, Jared McCain, Ja'Kobe Walter, Justin Edwards, Devin Carter, etc) or who we just missed discussing in more detail (my guy Kyshawn George, Dalton Knecht, Ryan Dunn, Tristan Da Silva, Kyle Filipowski, Jonathan Mogbo). There is a lot to like this year!

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(15:15) Donovan Clingan
(22:45) Ron Holland
(34:45) Matas Buzelis
(41:45) Jaylen Wells
(48:43) Zach Edey
(56:16) Zaccharie Risacher
(1:04:05) Isaiah Collier
(1:11:55) Alex Sarr
(1:17:05) Stephon Castle
(1:21:50) Bub Carrington, Kel'El Ware, and wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64747918Fri, 07 Mar 2025 14:09:35 +0000Chucking DartsBen Pfiefer (@_bjpf, Sportscasting, Sportskeeda) rejoins to examine the Rookie class and find 10 players whose contributions we have enjoyed, plus we sneak in a Rookie of the Year Pick. Note: There are more than 10 enjoyable rookies! HM to those...
Note: There are more than 10 enjoyable rookies! HM to those without enough run (Reed Sheppard, Rob Dillingham, Jared McCain, Ja'Kobe Walter, Justin Edwards, Devin Carter, etc) or who we just missed discussing in more detail (my guy Kyshawn George, Dalton Knecht, Ryan Dunn, Tristan Da Silva, Kyle Filipowski, Jonathan Mogbo). There is a lot to like this year!

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(15:15) Donovan Clingan
(22:45) Ron Holland
(34:45) Matas Buzelis
(41:45) Jaylen Wells
(48:43) Zach Edey
(56:16) Zaccharie Risacher
(1:04:05) Isaiah Collier
(1:11:55) Alex Sarr
(1:17:05) Stephon Castle
(1:21:50) Bub Carrington, Kel'El Ware, and wrap]]>5421falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-220-trade-deadline-sprint-2025-luka-fox-butler-etc-a-note-on-david-lynch--64297234
Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(3:00) Luka Doncic Trade
(45:00) De'Andre Hunter to Cavs
(49:30) Jimmy Butler to Warriors
(57:40) Sacramento Kings
(1:03:40) De'Aaron Fox to Spurs
(1:08:30) Lakers Rescinded Trade for Mark Williams
(1:14:00) Bucks/Wizards
(1:24:00) Brandon Ingram to Raptors + Wrap
(1:33:30) David Lynch Epilogue]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64297234Mon, 10 Feb 2025 12:26:22 +0000Chucking DartsChucking Darts returns with a solo sprint through the most fascinating confounding trade in recent NBA history, plus the rest of a very eventful trade deadline. Plus, an epilogue on filmmaker David Lynch. He was quite good. Enjoy! TIME STAMPS...
Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro
(3:00) Luka Doncic Trade
(45:00) De'Andre Hunter to Cavs
(49:30) Jimmy Butler to Warriors
(57:40) Sacramento Kings
(1:03:40) De'Aaron Fox to Spurs
(1:08:30) Lakers Rescinded Trade for Mark Williams
(1:14:00) Bucks/Wizards
(1:24:00) Brandon Ingram to Raptors + Wrap
(1:33:30) David Lynch Epilogue]]>6002falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-219-kasparas-jakucionis-dylan-harper-and-ace-bailey-with-caleb-mueller-of-the-center-hub--63625134
Enjoy! And check out the great work at http://the-center-hub.com.

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(12:05) Kasparas Jakucionis
(50:25) Dylan Harper
(1:30:40) Ace Bailey + Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63625134Thu, 09 Jan 2025 13:44:40 +0000Chucking DartsCaleb Mueller (@CalebMueller23), creator of The Center Hub (@thecenterhub_bb), joins to discuss the current top 2 players on his board for the 2025 draft: Kasparas Jakucionis of Illinois and Dylan Harper of Rutgers. After a deep look into each of...
Enjoy! And check out the great work at http://the-center-hub.com.

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(12:05) Kasparas Jakucionis
(50:25) Dylan Harper
(1:30:40) Ace Bailey + Wrap]]>6661falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-218-maxime-raynaud-ian-jackson-and-scouting-with-acc-with-brian-geisinger--63545279
For part 1 where we discuss Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel, and Khaman Maluach in depth, see our previous episode.

Find Brian's excellent work at briangeisinger.substack.com.

Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro + Brian's Substack
(6:30) Maxime Raynaud
(28:30) Jaylen Blakes
(36:50) Hunter Sallis
(50:10) Jamir Watkins
(1:06:35) Ian Schieffelin
(1:23:45) Zack Austin
(1:39:25) Drake Powell
(1:44:00) Ian Jackson
(1:56:50) Andraj Stojakovic
(2:01:15) Jacob Cofie + Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63545279Thu, 02 Jan 2025 14:12:26 +0000Chucking DartsACC expert Brian Geisinger (@bgeisinger.bsky.social; @bgeis_bird) returns to scout the NBA prospects in the bi-coastal ACC. For part 1 where we discuss Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel, and Khaman Maluach in depth, see our previous episode. Find Brian's...
For part 1 where we discuss Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel, and Khaman Maluach in depth, see our previous episode.

Find Brian's excellent work at briangeisinger.substack.com.

Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro + Brian's Substack
(6:30) Maxime Raynaud
(28:30) Jaylen Blakes
(36:50) Hunter Sallis
(50:10) Jamir Watkins
(1:06:35) Ian Schieffelin
(1:23:45) Zack Austin
(1:39:25) Drake Powell
(1:44:00) Ian Jackson
(1:56:50) Andraj Stojakovic
(2:01:15) Jacob Cofie + Wrap]]>8232falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-217-cooper-flagg-duke-scouting-report-w-brian-geisinger-bgeis-bird-bgeisinger-bsky-social--63415685
Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(7:48) Cooper Flagg on Offense
(40:05) Flagg on Defense
(52:00) Flagg Pro Projections
(1:01:40) Kon Knueppel
(1:09:20) Khaman Maluach + wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63415685Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:35:00 +0000Chucking DartsThe foremost ACC analyst in the country, Brian Geisinger, returns to go deep into the Duke Blue Devils, and specifically number 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg. We discuss his role with Duke's offense, how it may be impacting his offensive strategy, and...
Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(7:48) Cooper Flagg on Offense
(40:05) Flagg on Defense
(52:00) Flagg Pro Projections
(1:01:40) Kon Knueppel
(1:09:20) Khaman Maluach + wrap]]>4969falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-216-the-cleveland-cavaliers-houston-rockets-and-draft-development-with-mike-gribanov-pt-1--63012919
Stay tuned for a more in depth draft philosophy discussion later this week. Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro + Mike's Patreon
(7:40) Cleveland Cavaliers
(23:45) Cavs' Defense and Evan Mobley
(50:25) Houston Rockets + Tari Eason
(1:06:20) Amen Thompson
(1:13:30) Jabari Smith Jr
(1:17:30) Jalen Green + Halfcourt Offense
(1:29:00) Draft Philosophy Preview + Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63012919Tue, 26 Nov 2024 13:06:56 +0000Chucking DartsMike Gribanov (@mikegrib8 on all platforms, including his excellent Patreon) returns to discuss the 17-1 Cleveland Cavaliers, their hitherto dominant offense, and a developmental check in on Evan Mobley. Then, we discuss the gnarly Houston ROckets'...
Stay tuned for a more in depth draft philosophy discussion later this week. Enjoy!

TIME STAMPS
(0:00) Intro + Mike's Patreon
(7:40) Cleveland Cavaliers
(23:45) Cavs' Defense and Evan Mobley
(50:25) Houston Rockets + Tari Eason
(1:06:20) Amen Thompson
(1:13:30) Jabari Smith Jr
(1:17:30) Jalen Green + Halfcourt Offense
(1:29:00) Draft Philosophy Preview + Wrap]]>6452falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-215-early-nba-conclusions-aka-i-ve-seen-enough-with-jack-quantrill-of-thedropstepnba--62652719
Enjoy!

Time Stamps

(0:00) Intro
(4:30) OKC, Dallas, Minnesota
(25:35) JAYLEN WELLS
(38:30) All-NBA Lamelo
(55:30) OKC and Cavs
(1:04:30) Zach Lavine Redemption
(1:14:25) Wizards Rookies]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62652719Thu, 07 Nov 2024 13:38:22 +0000Chucking DartsJack Quantrill, of the excellent Drop Step NBA Podcast, joins to offer some early season NBA conclusions that we feel are permanent and will hold through the rest of the season. Standings, win totals, rookie awards, and more. Enjoy! Time Stamps...
Enjoy!

Time Stamps

(0:00) Intro
(4:30) OKC, Dallas, Minnesota
(25:35) JAYLEN WELLS
(38:30) All-NBA Lamelo
(55:30) OKC and Cavs
(1:04:30) Zach Lavine Redemption
(1:14:25) Wizards Rookies]]>4913falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-214-final-nba-season-preview-aka-chuck-and-prez-explain-it-all-with-prezidente-of-draftstrickland--62473138
TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(3:25) Mikal Bridges Shot Doctor
(12:00) Knicks Projection
(16:25) East Top 6 Seeds
(33:00) KAT Integration
(41:30) East Wrap
(51:15) Western Conference Seeds
(1:35:10) MIP Award/Kuminga
(1:41:00) Rookie Extensions
(1:50:30) Magic Team Building
(2:07:00) All Rookie Projections
(2:18:30) MVP/DPOY
(2:23:00) Title picks + wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62473138Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:18:35 +0000Chucking DartsDraft Strickland's Prez (_prezidente) rejoins for an omnibus preview of the 2024-2025 NBA regular season. Playoff seedings, awards, All-Rookie, title picks, the works. Plus, plenty of Knicks, some team building talk, and Rookie Extension analysis....
TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(3:25) Mikal Bridges Shot Doctor
(12:00) Knicks Projection
(16:25) East Top 6 Seeds
(33:00) KAT Integration
(41:30) East Wrap
(51:15) Western Conference Seeds
(1:35:10) MIP Award/Kuminga
(1:41:00) Rookie Extensions
(1:50:30) Magic Team Building
(2:07:00) All Rookie Projections
(2:18:30) MVP/DPOY
(2:23:00) Title picks + wrap]]>9275falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-213-nba-season-preview-ranking-defenses-1-30-w-mat-issa-matissa15-of-forbes--62421885
Enjoy!

We had different rankings and jumped around a bit, so the order of discussion below is not necessarily a strict 1-30 order. We clear it up as we go.

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(7:40) Thunder/Wolves/Magic/Celts
(28:30) Grizzlies
(36:50) Cavs/Knicks/Heat
(46:45) Spurs/Mavs/Rockets
(1:01:00) Lakers/Nuggets/Warriors/Sixers/Bucks
(1:17:35) Kings/Clippers/Suns/Hawks/Suns/Pacers
(1:30:20) Pistons/Blazers/Raptors/Hornets and rest]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62421885Sat, 19 Oct 2024 15:24:28 +0000Chucking DartsMat Issa (@matissa15), basketball writer for Forbes, Basketball Insider, Opta Analyst, and Fansided, returns to rank NBA Defenses 1-30 heading into the 2024-2025 season. As with every year, rankings are based on projected defensive efficiency (points...
Enjoy!

We had different rankings and jumped around a bit, so the order of discussion below is not necessarily a strict 1-30 order. We clear it up as we go.

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(7:40) Thunder/Wolves/Magic/Celts
(28:30) Grizzlies
(36:50) Cavs/Knicks/Heat
(46:45) Spurs/Mavs/Rockets
(1:01:00) Lakers/Nuggets/Warriors/Sixers/Bucks
(1:17:35) Kings/Clippers/Suns/Hawks/Suns/Pacers
(1:30:20) Pistons/Blazers/Raptors/Hornets and rest]]>6367falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-212-nba-season-preview-ranking-offenses-1-30-w-charlie-cummings-klaytheist11-of-swish-theory--62349853
Enjoy!

We had different rankings and jumped around a bit, so the order of discussion below is not necessarily a strict 1-30 order. We clear it up as we go.

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(4:30) Thunder/Celts/Knicks/Pacers
(27:20) Mavericks
(35:20) Sixers/Bucks/Nuggets/Suns/Kings
(51:15) Warriors/Cavs
(1:13:15) Pels/Wolves/Hawks/Rockets
(1:27:30) Lakers
(1:34:30) Spurs/Raps/Hornets/Rox/Grizz/Clips/Heat
(1:48:35) Bulls/Magic/Pistons and rest]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62349853Sun, 13 Oct 2024 13:13:12 +0000Chucking DartsCharlie Cummings (@klaytheist11), the great contributor to Swish Theory and author of the Know Your Role series, returns to rank NBA Offenses 1-30 heading into the 2024-2025 season. As with every year, rankings are based on projected offensive...
Enjoy!

We had different rankings and jumped around a bit, so the order of discussion below is not necessarily a strict 1-30 order. We clear it up as we go.

TIME STAMPS

(0:00) Intro
(4:30) Thunder/Celts/Knicks/Pacers
(27:20) Mavericks
(35:20) Sixers/Bucks/Nuggets/Suns/Kings
(51:15) Warriors/Cavs
(1:13:15) Pels/Wolves/Hawks/Rockets
(1:27:30) Lakers
(1:34:30) Spurs/Raps/Hornets/Rox/Grizz/Clips/Heat
(1:48:35) Bulls/Magic/Pistons and rest]]>7703falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-211-the-nba-s-most-improved-players-in-24-25-with-esfandiar-baraheni--62196628
Time Stamps

(0:00) Intro
(7:00) Victor Wembanyama
(16:20) Cade Cunningham
(24:20) Chet and Evan Mobley
(40:00) Houston Rockets
(57:15) Immanuel Quickley
(1:02:45) Jaime Jaquez + Nikola Jovic
(1:13:00) Brandon Miller
(1:18:20) Dyson Daniels
(1:28:00) Role Player Rapid Fire
(1:33:05) Trey Murphy
(1:41:40) Christian Braun/Julian Strawther
(1:51:45) Shaedon Sharpe
(2:00:00) Jarace Walker]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62196628Wed, 02 Oct 2024 15:33:57 +0000Chucking DartsWelcome to the Season Premiere of Chucking Darts! Today, Forbes contributor and freelance journalist Esfandiar Baraheni returns to discuss the player improvements that will define the 2024-2025 season. Enjoy! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (7:00) Victor...
Time Stamps

(0:00) Intro
(7:00) Victor Wembanyama
(16:20) Cade Cunningham
(24:20) Chet and Evan Mobley
(40:00) Houston Rockets
(57:15) Immanuel Quickley
(1:02:45) Jaime Jaquez + Nikola Jovic
(1:13:00) Brandon Miller
(1:18:20) Dyson Daniels
(1:28:00) Role Player Rapid Fire
(1:33:05) Trey Murphy
(1:41:40) Christian Braun/Julian Strawther
(1:51:45) Shaedon Sharpe
(2:00:00) Jarace Walker]]>7522falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-210-nba-summer-league-standouts-with-keandre-ashley-hoopintelllect--60899161
Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro
(07:15) Matas Buzelis
(30:30) Ron Holland
(47:00) Bobi Klintman
(1:00:00) Kel'El Ware
(1:16:00) Donovan Clingan
(1:22:10) Jaylon Tyson
(1:30:20) Tristan Da Silva
(1:34:30) Reed Sheppard/Bub Carrington/Isaiah Collier + Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60899161Fri, 02 Aug 2024 13:50:37 +0000Chucking DartsKeandre Ashley (@HoopIntellect) the foremost NBA draft analyst on Youtube, discusses 2024 NBA Summer League's top rookie performers. Subscribe to his excellent channel and enjoy our discussion projecting Matas Buzelis, Ron Holland, Kel'El Ware, Jaylon...
Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro
(07:15) Matas Buzelis
(30:30) Ron Holland
(47:00) Bobi Klintman
(1:00:00) Kel'El Ware
(1:16:00) Donovan Clingan
(1:22:10) Jaylon Tyson
(1:30:20) Tristan Da Silva
(1:34:30) Reed Sheppard/Bub Carrington/Isaiah Collier + Wrap]]>6681falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-209-nba-offseason-recap-aka-second-apron-summer-with-trillbrodude-and-samsheehannba-of-ykb--60744158
The conversation winds around basically the entire league, so sit back, relax, and know some ball with us. Subscribe to the You Know Ball Patreon.

Enjoy!

6:00 Nets
29:00 Sixers
46:00 Knicks
1:07:15 Thunder
1:26:25 Bucks
1:46:20 Nuggets
2:04:40 Kings
2:18:50 Mavericks
2:29:15 Grizzlies, Heat, and Wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60744158Fri, 19 Jul 2024 17:25:15 +0000Chucking DartsYou Know Ball's Bartleboys join to address the 2024 NBA offseason, looking specifically at 9 teams who changed their franchise direction most drastically. We ruminate on short and long term consequences, ruminate on future trades, crown the...
The conversation winds around basically the entire league, so sit back, relax, and know some ball with us. Subscribe to the You Know Ball Patreon.

Enjoy!

6:00 Nets
29:00 Sixers
46:00 Knicks
1:07:15 Thunder
1:26:25 Bucks
1:46:20 Nuggets
2:04:40 Kings
2:18:50 Mavericks
2:29:15 Grizzlies, Heat, and Wrap]]>10244falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-208-bonus-2024-draft-s-french-wings-sarr-risacher-salaun-dadiet-juan-nunez-with-ignacio-rissotto-eyreball--606514410:00 Intro
5:00 Alexandre Sarr
1:01:20 Zaccharie Risacher
1:37:30 Tidjane Salaun
2:19:30 Pacome Dadiet
2:47:45 Juan Nunez + Wrap

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60651441Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:21:42 +0000Chucking DartsA mammoth episode I did not get to release pre-draft, please enjoy the great international scout Ignacio Rissotto of No Ceilings (and writer for Fiba, formerly the Stepien) give deep background and insight on the French prospects that may well come to...0:00 Intro
5:00 Alexandre Sarr
1:01:20 Zaccharie Risacher
1:37:30 Tidjane Salaun
2:19:30 Pacome Dadiet
2:47:45 Juan Nunez + Wrap

Enjoy!]]>10706falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-207-2024-nba-draft-recap-big-board-reveal-every-team-every-pick-sprint--60584464
Steals, risks, blunders we can debate. But they're all darts, and that's what matters.

My full write up:

https://chuckingdarts.substack.com/p/2024-nba-draft-dart-board-understanding

Enjoy!

5:30 Hawks
16:45 Wizards
24:05 Rockets
26:35 Spurs
32:10 Pistons
33:30 Hornets
36:35 Blazers
40:00 Wolves
45:10 Grizzlies
51:10 Jazz
54:15 Bulls
56:25 Thunder
1:00:50 Kings
1:04:10 Heat
1:07:55 76ers
1:11:15 Lakers
1:13:40 Magic
1:16:00 Raptors
1:23:10 Cavs
1:28:20 Pelicans
1:33:00 Nuggets
1:37:05 Bucks
1:39:30 Knicks
1:47:55 Suns
1:52:50 Celtics
1:55:10 Pacers, Mavs, Clippers, Warriors]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60584464Wed, 03 Jul 2024 03:35:06 +0000Chucking DartsThe 2024 Draft is in the books. I sprint through every team in order, starting with the Hawks at pick no.1, and discuss every move they made. Along the way, I talk about my write up (linked below) and where and why I ranked the players. Steals,...
Steals, risks, blunders we can debate. But they're all darts, and that's what matters.

My full write up:

https://chuckingdarts.substack.com/p/2024-nba-draft-dart-board-understanding

Enjoy!

5:30 Hawks
16:45 Wizards
24:05 Rockets
26:35 Spurs
32:10 Pistons
33:30 Hornets
36:35 Blazers
40:00 Wolves
45:10 Grizzlies
51:10 Jazz
54:15 Bulls
56:25 Thunder
1:00:50 Kings
1:04:10 Heat
1:07:55 76ers
1:11:15 Lakers
1:13:40 Magic
1:16:00 Raptors
1:23:10 Cavs
1:28:20 Pelicans
1:33:00 Nuggets
1:37:05 Bucks
1:39:30 Knicks
1:47:55 Suns
1:52:50 Celtics
1:55:10 Pacers, Mavs, Clippers, Warriors]]>7412falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-205-top-ten-mock-draft-and-philosophy-with-ersin-demir-edemirnba--60495976
Enjoy!

3:10 Atlanta Hawks
9:05 Washington Wizards
15:05 Houston Rockets
24:05 San Antonio Spurs
37:05 Detroit Pistons
39:50 Charlotte Hornets
44:45 Portland Trail Blazers
48:30 Memphis Grizzlies
50:25 Utah Jazz

https://edemirnba.substack.com/p/2024-nba-mock-draft

https://edemirnba.substack.com/p/2024-nba-draft-big-board-40]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60495976Mon, 24 Jun 2024 22:20:53 +0000Chucking DartsErsin Demir, contributor to Shot Quality ( @shotquality5054 and author of a fantastic scouting substack, joins to go through his predictive mock draft and which teams he (and we) deviate from. Enjoy! 3:10 Atlanta Hawks 9:05 Washington Wizards...
Enjoy!

3:10 Atlanta Hawks
9:05 Washington Wizards
15:05 Houston Rockets
24:05 San Antonio Spurs
37:05 Detroit Pistons
39:50 Charlotte Hornets
44:45 Portland Trail Blazers
48:30 Memphis Grizzlies
50:25 Utah Jazz

https://edemirnba.substack.com/p/2024-nba-mock-draft

https://edemirnba.substack.com/p/2024-nba-draft-big-board-40]]>3146falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-205-dart-creation-ajay-mitchell-lotto-bub-carrington-jaylon-tyson-nikola-djurisic-and-jared-mccain-with-prezidente--603615810:00 Intro + T10 creators
10:00 Ajay Mitchell
46:05 Bub Carrington
1:24:00 Jaylon Tyson
1:51:30 Nikola Djurisic
2:03:30 Jared McCain + Wrap
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60361581Wed, 12 Jun 2024 12:49:52 +0000Chucking DartsDraft Strickland's Prez (_prezidente) comes back for another odyssey into his favorite scouting type: slippery creators, or as he calls them, "prezbait." Deep looks into 5 prospects that no one quite knows what to do with, and full throated cases for...0:00 Intro + T10 creators
10:00 Ajay Mitchell
46:05 Bub Carrington
1:24:00 Jaylon Tyson
1:51:30 Nikola Djurisic
2:03:30 Jared McCain + Wrap
Enjoy!]]>8808falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-204-latent-star-paths-nikola-topic-kel-el-ware-dillon-jones-w-ben-pfeifer--60339690
Enjoy!

Nikola Topic 5:00
Kel'el Ware 47:35
Dillon Jones 1:09:35 + wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60339690Mon, 10 Jun 2024 13:42:57 +0000Chucking DartsBen Pfeifer (@bjpf) returns to discuss 3 prospects with extreme talents and physical traits that have confounded me this cycle: Nikola Topic (post ACL news), Kel'el Ware, and Dillon Jones. Ben Sells me on high outcomes for all 3, we examine their...
Enjoy!

Nikola Topic 5:00
Kel'el Ware 47:35
Dillon Jones 1:09:35 + wrap]]>5718falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-celtics-mavs-nba-finals-preview-sprint--60298818
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60298818Thu, 06 Jun 2024 12:16:37 +0000Chucking DartsWho will win and why? Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>2153falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-203-the-2024-draft-does-not-suck-pt-2-power-wings-with-brian-schroeder-brianjnba--60160584
The playoffs have reinforced the perpetual truth that role wings with power-based athleticism have a valuable role on advancing teams (PJ Washington, Aaron Gordon, Josh Hart, Jaden McDaniels, Kyle Anderson, Aaron Nesmith, etc). The 2024 draft has several darts who can aspire to similarly crucial roles.

2:15 Isaiah Crawford
23:45 Tyon Grant-Foster
43:35 Jamir Watkins
54:30 Keshad Johnson
1:13:00 Nique Clifford

with some extra observations on others on the back half. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60160584Fri, 24 May 2024 13:29:41 +0000Chucking DartsPremier draft analyst Brian Schroeder (patreon.com/BrianJNBA) stops by to discuss the deep well of power wing prospects in the 2024 draft. The playoffs have reinforced the perpetual truth that role wings with power-based athleticism have a valuable...
The playoffs have reinforced the perpetual truth that role wings with power-based athleticism have a valuable role on advancing teams (PJ Washington, Aaron Gordon, Josh Hart, Jaden McDaniels, Kyle Anderson, Aaron Nesmith, etc). The 2024 draft has several darts who can aspire to similarly crucial roles.

2:15 Isaiah Crawford
23:45 Tyon Grant-Foster
43:35 Jamir Watkins
54:30 Keshad Johnson
1:13:00 Nique Clifford

with some extra observations on others on the back half. Enjoy!]]>5249falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-202-the-2024-draft-does-not-suck-pt-1-14-role-stars-with-nate-grubel--60133837
Great conversation and episode for those with draft curiosity. Enjoy!

Stephon Castle 7:15
Devin Carter 40:30
Reed Sheppard 53:00
Hunter Sallis 1:04:00
Dalton Knecht 1:15:00
Johnny Furphy + Isaiah Collier 1:27:00
Jared McCain + Tyler Kolek 1:42:40
Alex Karaban + Nique Clifford + Tyon Grant-Foster 1:55:50
Tyler Smith + Jalen Bridges 2:10:05]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60133837Wed, 22 May 2024 14:14:58 +0000Chucking DartsNate Grubel (@DraftDeeper, 2024 Draft Consultant and Analyst) returns to kick off a mini-series exploring the optimism within the 2024 Draft. Here, we each select 7 players who we think could thrive in a valuable NBA role, and how several have a...
Great conversation and episode for those with draft curiosity. Enjoy!

Stephon Castle 7:15
Devin Carter 40:30
Reed Sheppard 53:00
Hunter Sallis 1:04:00
Dalton Knecht 1:15:00
Johnny Furphy + Isaiah Collier 1:27:00
Jared McCain + Tyler Kolek 1:42:40
Alex Karaban + Nique Clifford + Tyon Grant-Foster 1:55:50
Tyler Smith + Jalen Bridges 2:10:05]]>8587falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-202-2024-nba-mock-draft-post-draft-lottery-with-prez-from-draft-strickland-prezidente--60046064
Enjoy!

8:40 Atlanta Hawks
24:15 Washington Wizards
45:00 Houston Rockets
56:15 San Antonio Spurs
1:08:35 Detroit Pistons
1:21:20 Charlotte Hornets
1:30:30 Portland Trailblazers
1:42:00 San Antonio Spurs
1:48:15 Memphis Grizzlies
1:51:05 Utah Jazz
1:54:00 Chicago Bulls
1:59:25 Oklahoma City Thunder
2:06:25 Sacramento Kings
2:13:10 Portland Trailblazers + Knicks talk to wrap]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60046064Wed, 15 May 2024 13:26:09 +0000Chucking DartsThe Draft Lottery has come and gone, the Hawks have the number 1 pick, and the Great Prez from Draft Strickland stopped by to do a full lottery mock (no trades). This is what we would do, not predicting what the teams will do. So, we debut a lot of...
Enjoy!

8:40 Atlanta Hawks
24:15 Washington Wizards
45:00 Houston Rockets
56:15 San Antonio Spurs
1:08:35 Detroit Pistons
1:21:20 Charlotte Hornets
1:30:30 Portland Trailblazers
1:42:00 San Antonio Spurs
1:48:15 Memphis Grizzlies
1:51:05 Utah Jazz
1:54:00 Chicago Bulls
1:59:25 Oklahoma City Thunder
2:06:25 Sacramento Kings
2:13:10 Portland Trailblazers + Knicks talk to wrap]]>8735falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-201-nba-playoff-lessons-and-the-shifting-role-player-landscape-with-esfandiar-baraheni--59945356
Plus, a discussion on how the rosters of the Wolves, Thunder, and Knicks inform us on what "role players" will be most desirable in the NBA moving forward, including some 2024 draft talk.

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59945356Thu, 09 May 2024 13:34:07 +0000Chucking DartsEsfandiar Baraheni (@Forbes, @RaptorsRepublic, @ProHoopsWriters, @CEBLeague) returns to discuss permanent lessons we've learned thus far in this year's playoffs. Plus, a discussion on how the rosters of the Wolves, Thunder, and Knicks inform us on...
Plus, a discussion on how the rosters of the Wolves, Thunder, and Knicks inform us on what "role players" will be most desirable in the NBA moving forward, including some 2024 draft talk.

Enjoy!]]>3429falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-200-dream-big-zach-edey-as-2024-s-no-1-w-draftpow-plus-donovan-clingan-jonathan-mogbo--59306307
3:30 Zach Edey's as Draft Outlier
13:10 Building NBA Offense Around Edey
18:45 Edey's Offense vs NBA Bigs
24:35 Edey's NBA Defense
34:30 Edey vs 5-out Offenses
45:00 Edey's NBA Comps
49:45 Final Edey Pitches
1:01:35 Donovan Clingan
1:33:20 Jonathon Mogbo

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59306307Fri, 05 Apr 2024 12:25:25 +0000Chucking DartsFor Chucking Darts' special 200th episode, Swish Theory editor-in-chief Matt Powers states his case on Zach Edey as the best player in the 2024 draft. In-depth scouting, philosophy, and projection talk on Edey, Uconn's Donovan Clingan, and one of the...
3:30 Zach Edey's as Draft Outlier
13:10 Building NBA Offense Around Edey
18:45 Edey's Offense vs NBA Bigs
24:35 Edey's NBA Defense
34:30 Edey vs 5-out Offenses
45:00 Edey's NBA Comps
49:45 Final Edey Pitches
1:01:35 Donovan Clingan
1:33:20 Jonathon Mogbo

Enjoy!]]>7055falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-199-the-final-four-xs-and-os-scouting-uconn-darts-with-brian-geisinger--59291586
Plus, some draft thoughts regarding Zach Edey, Donovan Clingan, Stephon Castle, and Alex Karaban.

0:00 Intro + NC State-Purdue
54:10 Uconn-Alabama
1:06:05 Stephon Castle Scouting
1:16:50 Alex Karaban Scouting
1:22:45 Tristen Newton Scouting + Wrap 

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59291586Thu, 04 Apr 2024 13:11:53 +0000Chucking DartsThe country's finest ACC analyst, 247 contributor, and NC State Wolfpack alum Brian Geisinger returns to provide in depth scouting reports on NC State-Purdue and UConn-Alabama. Can State pull the upset? (I think they can.) How the aesthetic difference...
Plus, some draft thoughts regarding Zach Edey, Donovan Clingan, Stephon Castle, and Alex Karaban.

0:00 Intro + NC State-Purdue
54:10 Uconn-Alabama
1:06:05 Stephon Castle Scouting
1:16:50 Alex Karaban Scouting
1:22:45 Tristen Newton Scouting + Wrap 

Enjoy!]]>5782falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-198-duke-houston-unc-alabama-and-the-sweet-16-acc-party-crashers-with-brian-geisinger-bgeis-bird--59207259
6:00 Duke-Houston
47:00 UNC-Alabama
1:09:00 NC State-Marquette
1:30:00 Clemson-Arizona]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59207259Thu, 28 Mar 2024 13:17:38 +0000Chucking DartsAcclaimed and accomplished ACC expert Brian Geisinger returns to analyze, in more depth than you will find anywhere, the 4 Sweet 16 matchups featuring ACC teams - Duke-Houston, UNC-Alabama, Clemson-Arizona, and NC State Marquette. Plus, draft talk on...
6:00 Duke-Houston
47:00 UNC-Alabama
1:09:00 NC State-Marquette
1:30:00 Clemson-Arizona]]>6648falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-ncaa-bracket-sprint-cody-williams-kj-simpson-tds-scout-updates--59129222I do a quick sprint through my bracket after giving an update on the three NBA-relevant Colorado Buffs at the start of the ep (Cody Williams, KJ SImpson, Tristan Da Silva).

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59129222Thu, 21 Mar 2024 18:23:54 +0000Chucking DartsMerry Marchness! I do a quick sprint through my bracket after giving an update on the three NBA-relevant Colorado Buffs at the start of the ep (Cody Williams, KJ SImpson, Tristan Da Silva). Enjoy!I do a quick sprint through my bracket after giving an update on the three NBA-relevant Colorado Buffs at the start of the ep (Cody Williams, KJ SImpson, Tristan Da Silva).

Enjoy!]]>2755falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-197-all-most-improved-teams-with-esfandiar-baraheni-the-nba-s-20-mips--59056792
We dive into the philosophy and importance of improvement, how the draft can predict it, which improvements matter the most, and what they say about where the league is going.
Enjoy!

0:00 Intro + MIP Race and Maxey

14:40 First Team with Coby, Jalen Johnson, Sengun, Kuminga, JDub

40:00 Second Team with Herb Jones, Derrick White, Suggs, Deni, Sexton

53:40 Third Team with RJ Barrett, Vince Williams Jr., Nesmith, Strus, Watson]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59056792Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:55:13 +0000Chucking DartsEsfandiar Baraheni returns to discuss his article in Forbes calling for the NBA to debut five man teams for the Most Improved Player award. Then, he runs down his MIP winner, honorable mentions, and three five man units for 2024. We dive into the...
We dive into the philosophy and importance of improvement, how the draft can predict it, which improvements matter the most, and what they say about where the league is going.
Enjoy!

0:00 Intro + MIP Race and Maxey

14:40 First Team with Coby, Jalen Johnson, Sengun, Kuminga, JDub

40:00 Second Team with Herb Jones, Derrick White, Suggs, Deni, Sexton

53:40 Third Team with RJ Barrett, Vince Williams Jr., Nesmith, Strus, Watson]]>4878falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-196-a-dalton-knecht-debate-with-maxwell-baumbach-baumboards--58919653
Dalton is a clear NBA wing, but how will his game scale to winning?
Which sorts of NBA wings and contexts are instructive to his skillset?
What is trickier about finding a role on a contender, and how big would his role be?
What other wings in the class might be better bets to eventually help great teams?

Maxwell covers it all, and sells me on why Dalton is sniffing the top 10 on his board.

0:00 Intro + Knecht scouting report
22:20 Knecht's NBA role
26:00 Knecht + "tools wings" on D
41:10 Knecht's NBA shot diet
47:15 Knecht vs Great shooters
52:00 Bad (and Good) Team Fits
1:02:00 Knecht on Contenders
1:12:00 Other 2024 wings + Wrap

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58919653Mon, 04 Mar 2024 14:21:11 +0000Chucking DartsMaxwell Baumbach, host of the Draft Sickos podcast and prolific writer for No Ceilings (Prospect Overview, No Stone Unturned) stops by to discuss SEC player of the year and likely lottery pick Dalton Knecht. Dalton is a clear NBA wing, but how will...
Dalton is a clear NBA wing, but how will his game scale to winning?
Which sorts of NBA wings and contexts are instructive to his skillset?
What is trickier about finding a role on a contender, and how big would his role be?
What other wings in the class might be better bets to eventually help great teams?

Maxwell covers it all, and sells me on why Dalton is sniffing the top 10 on his board.

0:00 Intro + Knecht scouting report
22:20 Knecht's NBA role
26:00 Knecht + "tools wings" on D
41:10 Knecht's NBA shot diet
47:15 Knecht vs Great shooters
52:00 Bad (and Good) Team Fits
1:02:00 Knecht on Contenders
1:12:00 Other 2024 wings + Wrap

Enjoy!]]>5799falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-195-nba-playoff-races-and-trade-deadline-wrap-with-trillbrodude--58706161
4:20 Mavericks as a true contender
11:15 Clippers Playoff Qs
18:00 West Favorite?
28:20 Warriors Trade Silence
36:00 Lakers Offensive Potential
50:00 Pelicans Trade Silence
58:00 Thunder Playoff Qs
1:09:30 The Bucks under...Doc
1:14:30 Celts by Default
1:17:00 Cavaliers' Rise
1:29:00 The Lurking Heat
1:32:00 Sixers with Buddy Hield
1:41:00 Maxey as Playoff Superstar
1:52:30 Sixers 2024 Draft + Wrap

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58706161Fri, 16 Feb 2024 13:40:42 +0000Chucking DartsTrill returns for a marathon on NBA contenders in the wake of the trade deadline. Who improved their chances, who did right and wrong by standing pat, and what teams can overcome their perceived "fatal flaw" come playoff time. 4:20 Mavericks as a...
4:20 Mavericks as a true contender
11:15 Clippers Playoff Qs
18:00 West Favorite?
28:20 Warriors Trade Silence
36:00 Lakers Offensive Potential
50:00 Pelicans Trade Silence
58:00 Thunder Playoff Qs
1:09:30 The Bucks under...Doc
1:14:30 Celts by Default
1:17:00 Cavaliers' Rise
1:29:00 The Lurking Heat
1:32:00 Sixers with Buddy Hield
1:41:00 Maxey as Playoff Superstar
1:52:30 Sixers 2024 Draft + Wrap

Enjoy!]]>7379falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-194-bonus-nba-trade-deadline-sprint--58626878
Knicks
Sixers/Celtics
Thunder
Mavs

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58626878Fri, 09 Feb 2024 20:11:34 +0000Chucking DartsA quick solo recap of four most consequential trades of a Trade Deadline that contained plenty of insight. Knicks Sixers/Celtics Thunder Mavs Enjoy!
Knicks
Sixers/Celtics
Thunder
Mavs

Enjoy!]]>2412falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-193-jonathan-kuminga-aaron-nesmith-and-how-wings-bloom-late-with-charlie-cummings-klaytheist11--58626841
Then, we contrast Kuminga with Aaron Nesmith, a wing who has solidified his role and returned lottery value in a much different way, and how much more development he may have ahead of him in Indiana.

Intro 0:00
Jon Kuminga's Scoring Explosion 2:40
How Kuminga Changes the Warriors 9:30
Kuminga's Future and Ceiling 30:15
Aaron Nesmith's Rise in Indiana 57:00
Nesmith's Defense 1:05:20
Another Nesmith Leap? 1:11:10
Other Late Breaking Wings 1:23:30

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58626841Fri, 09 Feb 2024 20:04:20 +0000Chucking DartsSwish Theory contributor Charlie Cummings (Klaytheist11) discusses the explosion of Jonathan Kuminga in the Warriors' offense, how his herky jerky development path led here, and the team's new imperative now that he has arrived. Then, we contrast...
Then, we contrast Kuminga with Aaron Nesmith, a wing who has solidified his role and returned lottery value in a much different way, and how much more development he may have ahead of him in Indiana.

Intro 0:00
Jon Kuminga's Scoring Explosion 2:40
How Kuminga Changes the Warriors 9:30
Kuminga's Future and Ceiling 30:15
Aaron Nesmith's Rise in Indiana 57:00
Nesmith's Defense 1:05:20
Another Nesmith Leap? 1:11:10
Other Late Breaking Wings 1:23:30

Enjoy!]]>5953falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-191-corrected-revisiting-the-future-champ-pelicans-with-shamit-dua--58405149
2:00 Pelicans' new and elegant offense
15:30 Zion embracing a "0.5" star theory
26:00 Rotation Experimentation During Streak
30:30 Trade Target Jarrett Allen?
43:20 Trade Target Wendell Carter Jr.?
47:00 Trade Target Onyeka Okongwu?
56:00 Pelicans Playoff matchups
1:03:50 Trey Murphy III stardom and imminent contract

Enjoy!

Shamit's recent piece on the Pels' trade deadline:
http://intheno.substack.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58405149Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:48:39 +0000Chucking DartsCredentialed New Orleans Pelicans reporter and author of the In the No Substack (see below), Shamit Dua returns to revisit the maturing New Orleans Pelicans, the NBA's most dominant team over the last several weeks. 2:00 Pelicans' new and elegant...
2:00 Pelicans' new and elegant offense
15:30 Zion embracing a "0.5" star theory
26:00 Rotation Experimentation During Streak
30:30 Trade Target Jarrett Allen?
43:20 Trade Target Wendell Carter Jr.?
47:00 Trade Target Onyeka Okongwu?
56:00 Pelicans Playoff matchups
1:03:50 Trey Murphy III stardom and imminent contract

Enjoy!

Shamit's recent piece on the Pels' trade deadline:
http://intheno.substack.com]]>5162falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-192-rob-dillingham-reed-sheppard-and-draft-theory-with-the-ringer-s-kyle-mann--58345010
In depth scouting report on each player, how each subtly defies a given "archetype," how each stacks up in recent Kentucky lore, and what recent draft history and theory tells us on how high to take each of them.

First half of episode is on Rob, second half is on Reed. Enjoy!

For Kyle's most recent video on electric but iffy shooting NBA wings (Ausar Thompson, Anthony Black, more) see below:
https://youtu.be/nCuydWtN1dU?si=2oiy-E70o6fRUTmC]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58345010Thu, 18 Jan 2024 12:25:08 +0000Chucking DartsThe Ringer's Kyle Mann joins to talk about his beloved Kentucky Wildcats, and the two guard prospects polarizing opinions in this year's draft: Rob Dillingham and Reed Sheppard. In depth scouting report on each player, how each subtly defies a given...
In depth scouting report on each player, how each subtly defies a given "archetype," how each stacks up in recent Kentucky lore, and what recent draft history and theory tells us on how high to take each of them.

First half of episode is on Rob, second half is on Reed. Enjoy!

For Kyle's most recent video on electric but iffy shooting NBA wings (Ausar Thompson, Anthony Black, more) see below:
https://youtu.be/nCuydWtN1dU?si=2oiy-E70o6fRUTmC]]>4968falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-189-big-12-darts-with-richard-stayman-mavsdraft--58212136
28:30 Kevin McCullar and how to spot an "old" lotto pick
46:35 Ja'Kobe Walter and the narrow path for true shooting guards
53:40 Yves Missi
57:45 Emanuel Miller and the best of the rest]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58212136Fri, 05 Jan 2024 21:06:15 +0000Chucking DartsRichard Stayman of Mavsdraft.com and Locked on NBA Big Board stops by to scout the "superconference," the Big XII. 28:30 Kevin McCullar and how to spot an "old" lotto pick 46:35 Ja'Kobe Walter and the narrow path for true shooting guards 53:40 Yves...
28:30 Kevin McCullar and how to spot an "old" lotto pick
46:35 Ja'Kobe Walter and the narrow path for true shooting guards
53:40 Yves Missi
57:45 Emanuel Miller and the best of the rest]]>4232falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-190-og-anunoby-immanuel-quickley-rj-barrett-trade-with-esfandiar-baraheni--58165462
0:00 Opening Thoughts
9:50 OG Anunoby recent play on the Raptors
21:00 The "star value" question with OG
25:20 OG's fit in New York
39:30 IQ and RJ on the Raptors
50:40 The Pascal Siakam moves yet to come
57:20 Dreaming on IQ + Concluding Thoughts

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58165462Mon, 01 Jan 2024 13:29:14 +0000Chucking DartsSDPN's Esfandiar Baraheni (twitter @JustEsBaraheni) stops by to unpack the Raptors-Knicks holiday blockbuster trade. 0:00 Opening Thoughts 9:50 OG Anunoby recent play on the Raptors 21:00 The "star value" question with OG 25:20 OG's fit in New York...
0:00 Opening Thoughts
9:50 OG Anunoby recent play on the Raptors
21:00 The "star value" question with OG
25:20 OG's fit in New York
39:30 IQ and RJ on the Raptors
50:40 The Pascal Siakam moves yet to come
57:20 Dreaming on IQ + Concluding Thoughts

Enjoy!]]>4546falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-188-5-ncaa-holiday-sleepers-devin-carter-pj-hall-hunter-sallis-matthew-cleveland-otega-oweh--58125538
Summer Article and Tier Framework 0:00
Devin Carter 11:30
PJ Hall 19:30
Hunter Sallis 26:00
Matthew Cleveland 32:15
Otega Oweh 35:20

For my article showing "average draft" tiers, click here
https://chuckingdarts.substack.com/p/2023-dart-rank-the-nbas-100-most?r=l00xs&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58125538Tue, 26 Dec 2023 22:59:14 +0000Chucking DartsA quick(-ish) rumination on the framework I am using to evaluate this year's prospects, and five in the NCAA that are severely underrated and why. Summer Article and Tier Framework 0:00 Devin Carter 11:30 PJ Hall 19:30 Hunter Sallis 26:00 Matthew...
Summer Article and Tier Framework 0:00
Devin Carter 11:30
PJ Hall 19:30
Hunter Sallis 26:00
Matthew Cleveland 32:15
Otega Oweh 35:20

For my article showing "average draft" tiers, click here
https://chuckingdarts.substack.com/p/2023-dart-rank-the-nbas-100-most?r=l00xs&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web]]>2684falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-187-dom-barlow-sidy-cissoko-and-spurs-g-league-development-with-karl-schoening--57999060
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57999060Wed, 13 Dec 2023 18:17:10 +0000Chucking DartsThe voice of the Austin Spurs, Karl Schoening (@KSMedia13) joins to talk life in the G League, why the league is becoming a much more relevant developmental environment, and how the Austin Spurs are helping Dom Barlow and Sidy Cissoko get ready for...
Enjoy!]]>4756falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-185-the-dart-rich-pac-12-isaiah-collier-cody-williams-kylan-boswell-kobe-johnson-tristan-da-silva-more-with-zack-milner--57909729
Isaiah Collier and the challenge of "star guard" prospects
Kobe Johnson and connectors scaling up
Tristan Da Silva and the High-Feel Vet profile
Cody Williams and in-season development
Kylan Boswell and dreaming on an outlier

and more. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57909729Mon, 04 Dec 2023 19:26:21 +0000Chucking DartsPro Scout Zach Milner (@ZachMilner13, formerly The Stepien, Tag the Roll) joins to talk about the conference laden with 2024 first round bets, the Pac 12. Isaiah Collier and the challenge of "star guard" prospects Kobe Johnson and connectors scaling...
Isaiah Collier and the challenge of "star guard" prospects
Kobe Johnson and connectors scaling up
Tristan Da Silva and the High-Feel Vet profile
Cody Williams and in-season development
Kylan Boswell and dreaming on an outlier

and more. Enjoy!]]>5560falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-186-chet-wemby-the-bulls-mess-and-a-rookie-grab-bag-with-steph-noh-of-sporting-news--57881444Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57881444Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:06:43 +0000Chucking DartsSteph Noh (@StephNoh) of the Sporting News drops by to look at the fascinating ROY race and rookie seasons of Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama. We also celebrate the rest of the rookie class while Steph manages an existential crisis regarding the...Enjoy!]]>4083falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-184-acc-dart-preview-with-brian-geisinger-bgeis-bird--57665942Plus plenty more. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57665942Thu, 16 Nov 2023 14:55:16 +0000Chucking DartsBrian makes his return to after our triumphant March Madness troika this past year to preview the ACC and its darts. Kyle Filipowski, Jared McCain, and Tyrese Proctor. Woog Poplar, Matthew Cleveland, and Norchad Omier. Bub Carrington and Zack Austin....Plus plenty more. Enjoy!]]>7296falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-183-early-nba-returns-and-a-dartbag--57589264
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57589264Fri, 10 Nov 2023 13:45:27 +0000Chucking DartsI go through a mailbag of early season NBA questions, plus give my impressions on Victor Wembanyama, Tyrese Haliburton, the Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Orlando Magic, and more. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>3009falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-182-the-nuggets-repeat-begins-with-matt-brooks-mattbrooksnba--57409015
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57409015Fri, 27 Oct 2023 13:20:30 +0000Chucking DartsMatt Brooks, writer and digital content provider for the Denver Nuggets, joins to talk about basketball nirvana, the "fun" repeat adventure the Nuggets are about to undertake, and how development looks for their crucial younger darts, including...
Enjoy!]]>3528falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-181-nba-preview-pt-3-over-under-locks-and-awards-with-trillbrodude--57358998
Plus, MVP, Most Improved Player, Sixth Man, and First Team All-NBA darts. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57358998Mon, 23 Oct 2023 21:32:45 +0000Chucking DartsTrill from the You Know Ball podcast and patreon rejoins to contrast his NBA over/under locks with my own! Plenty debated here, including the regular season ceiling of the Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves, the "boring" Chicago Bulls (not to...
Plus, MVP, Most Improved Player, Sixth Man, and First Team All-NBA darts. Enjoy!]]>7361falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-180-nba-season-preview-pt-2-defensive-rankings-with-mat-issa--57305659
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57305659Thu, 19 Oct 2023 13:58:13 +0000Chucking DartsForbes and Opta Analyst contributor Mat Issa (@matissa15) joins for part 2 of the Chucking Darts regular season preview: Defensive Team Rankings. We go through our 1-30 list, disagree on the Sixers and teams in Texas, and acknowledge a looming giant...
Enjoy!]]>5342falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-179-nba-preview-pt-1-all-rookie-teams-and-offensive-rankings-w-sam-ferris--57270282
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57270282Tue, 17 Oct 2023 13:26:10 +0000Chucking DartsSam Ferris (@DraftDummies) rejoins for our annual offensive season preview, predicting the final regular season ranking of all 30 NBA offenses. But first, we give our predicted All Rookie First and Second Teams. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>7762falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-178-esfandiar-baraheni-on-scottie-barnes-star-bid-most-improved-player-darts-and-east-play-in-race--57169396
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57169396Mon, 09 Oct 2023 17:42:45 +0000Chucking DartsEsfandiar Baraheni (@JustEsBaraheni) of SDPN, Raptors Republic, and The Objective Basketball Podcast, stops by to ruminate on the star turn the NBA is skeptical of, the Scottie Barnes takeover in Toronto. He details how to weaponize Scottie at big...
Enjoy!]]>4712falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-177-okc-thunder-dart-secrets-and-preview-with-derek-parker--57083597
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57083597Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:25:19 +0000Chucking DartsDerek Parker (@DParkOK), co-founder of Draft Digest, comes to analyze and attempt to figure out everyone's preseason darling, the OKC Thunder. Chet integration, Jalen Williams and Giddey usage tension, rotation questions, and how the hell does this...
Enjoy!]]>5804falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/176-houston-rockets-examination-with-salman-ali-salmanalinba--57045202
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57045202Tue, 03 Oct 2023 12:59:41 +0000Chucking DartsSalman Ali, creator of Red Nation Hoops, stops by to discuss the multiverse of the Houston Rockets' future. How does the organization navigate the growth and various star paths of Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason, Cam...
Enjoy!]]>6157falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-175-3rd-annual-dart-rank-2021-2023-drafts-pt-2-with-sam-ferris-draftdummies--56262404
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56262404Fri, 28 Jul 2023 12:23:00 +0000Chucking DartsSam rejoins to continue drafting the 2021-2023 classes, this time for picks 15-30. From Sharpe to Sochan and all points in between, join us in projecting the loaded young talent in today's league. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>8044falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-174-3rd-annual-dart-rank-2021-2023-drafts-pt-1-with-sam-ferris-draftdummies--56211279Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56211279Tue, 25 Jul 2023 12:09:32 +0000Chucking DartsSam Ferris (@DraftDummies) returns for our annual Dart rank, where we draft 1-30 from the last 3 draft classes. Part 1 here, 1-14. Enjoy!Enjoy!]]>8611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-173-summer-league-sunset-with-aram-cannuscio--56138336https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56138336Tue, 18 Jul 2023 13:27:00 +0000Chucking DartsAram Cannuscio (@AC_Hoops) is the country's leading NBA Summer league scholar. He joins the show to go through as many players, improvements, and emotions as we can in a 120 minute SL apprecation. Enjoy!6897falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-172-nba-slop-and-signing-frenzy-with-trillbrodude--55895330
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55895330Mon, 03 Jul 2023 11:31:22 +0000Chucking Darts@TrillBroDude returns to recap the and Damian Lillard trade request wild weekend in NBA free agency. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>6345falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-171-the-2023-draft-with-derek-murray-of-cerebro-sports--55098001
Afterward (1:00:00) I recap my board and written piece available on my twitter. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55098001Mon, 26 Jun 2023 12:10:58 +0000Chucking DartsDerek Murray (@DMurrayHoops), Head of Basketball at Cerebro Sports, recaps the 2023 NBA Draft! He discusses the high picks that made sense based on his years of scouting the players on grassroots circuits, identifies draft strategies that stuck out,...
Afterward (1:00:00) I recap my board and written piece available on my twitter. Enjoy!]]>5486falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-170-wembenyama-scoot-and-lottery-boards-with-mike-gribanov--54550933https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54550933Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:09:05 +0000Chucking DartsMike Gribanov (@mikegrib8), good buddy and foremost authority on age-based NBA prospect evaluation, comes by to contrast his lottery board with mine and ruminate on the fate of the 2023 class in ruthlessly efficient NBA. Enjoy!4765falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-169-draft-sleepers-extravaganza-with-ryan-hammer--54464621-Jalen Slawson and Tason Evbuomwan
-Jordan Walsh and Ricky Council
-Marcus Sasser
-Lotto Dreams on Brandin Podziemski and Leonard Miller

And More! Enjoy]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54464621Fri, 16 Jun 2023 23:04:44 +0000Chucking DartsRyan Hammer (@RyanHammer09) and summarize the draft cycle through the lens of its sleepers. -Jalen Slawson and Tason Evbuomwan -Jordan Walsh and Ricky Council -Marcus Sasser -Lotto Dreams on Brandin Podziemski and Leonard Miller And More! Enjoy-Jalen Slawson and Tason Evbuomwan
-Jordan Walsh and Ricky Council
-Marcus Sasser
-Lotto Dreams on Brandin Podziemski and Leonard Miller

And More! Enjoy]]>4764falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-168-kris-murray-jett-howard-kobe-bufkin-and-evaluation-traps-with-alex-brown--54127170https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54127170Wed, 07 Jun 2023 13:01:32 +0000Chucking DartsPro Insight's Alex Brown (@AlexBHoops) returns to cover his area of national expertise, the Big Ten. We look at several 1st rounders through a lens of possible traps in their evaluation, such as Kris Murray, Jett Howard, and Kobe Bufkin. Enjoy!5893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/167-nba-finals-preview-with-alexhoops--54064765https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54064765Thu, 01 Jun 2023 12:31:42 +0000Chucking DartsThe Finals are here! Film Analyst Alex Hoops joins to break down the Xs and Os behind Heat-Nuggets, and Miami's gargantuan task. Enjoy!4767falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-166-san-antonio-wemby-and-a-deep-lottery-mock-draft-with-draftpow--53905154Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53905154Wed, 17 May 2023 12:10:13 +0000Chucking DartsThe draft order is set! Swish Theory's editor in chief gives his first 7 picks, I give the next 7, and we critique each other supportively. Enjoy!Enjoy!]]>7497falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-165-annual-jayson-tatum-examination-conference-finals-preview-with-greg--53888313
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53888313Tue, 16 May 2023 12:25:22 +0000Chucking DartsThe titular Greg returns on the heels of another Jayson Tatum masterpiece. We examine Tatum's game, the unique challenges he faces as a wing star, and preview both conference Finals series. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>4217falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-164-bilal-coulibaly-and-athleticism-mystique-with-draftdeeper--53831681https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53831681Fri, 12 May 2023 12:17:14 +0000Chucking DartsNate Gruebel of No Ceilings returns to talk about Bilal Coulibaly, Victor Wembenyama's extremely athletic teammate with a record of lower level dominance and upper level competence. We compare Bilal to other "athletic project" wings past and present,...5710falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-163-nuggets-suns-g5-preview-with-ct-fazio-plus-andre-jackson-colby-jones-and-more-draft-values--53790633
We finish with a look into likely values on draft night, starting with Big East standouts Andre Jackson and Colby Jones.

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53790633Tue, 09 May 2023 12:34:14 +0000Chucking DartsNuggets analyst CT Fazio (@CTFazio24) returns for an in-depth preview on the most exciting G5 we have yet seen in these playoffs. How he expects the Nuggets to adjust, what creative solutions might exist for their bench, subtle differences between...
We finish with a look into likely values on draft night, starting with Big East standouts Andre Jackson and Colby Jones.

Enjoy!]]>4953falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-162-steph-curry-forever-knicks-heat-and-warriors-lakers-lotto-mock-with-prezidente--53704708https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53704708Mon, 01 May 2023 12:33:16 +0000Chucking DartsDraft Strickland's CEO returns to codify Steph Curry's masterpiece, dive into matchups in Knicks-Heat and Warriors-Lakers, and deliver a delirious 2023 lottery mock drafts as we battled delirium. Enjoy!8307falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-145-cleveland-cavaliers-plus-keyonte-george-and-nae-qwan-tomlin-with-bennett-herbert--53651992https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53651992Wed, 26 Apr 2023 13:03:41 +0000Chucking Darts5116falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-161-sidy-cissoko-leonard-miller-and-drafting-to-win-with-theboxandone--53651989
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53651989Wed, 26 Apr 2023 13:03:28 +0000Chucking DartsCoach Adam Spinella (youtube Adam Spinella, @TheBoxAndOne_, Game Theory with Sam Vecenie) returns to discuss the G Leagues "other" prospects providing lotto value in plain sight. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>4459falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-160-warriors-kings-projecting-the-west-and-east-favorites-with-trill--53628024
Enjoy, and Subscribe to the You Know Ball Patreon.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53628024Mon, 24 Apr 2023 12:28:30 +0000Chucking DartsTrillbrodude of the You Know Ball Podcast returns to unpack the wonderful Warriors-Kings series, dissect the West once again, and take a closer look at the Celtics as East favorites. Enjoy, and Subscribe to the You Know Ball Patreon.
Enjoy, and Subscribe to the You Know Ball Patreon.]]>5213falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-159-finals-mvp-candidates-and-first-round-darts--53604708
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53604708Fri, 21 Apr 2023 13:38:32 +0000Chucking DartsIn a solo ep, I present my theory from my debut substack article on how to find Finals MVPs before the playoffs begin, who the 2023 candidates are, and how the first round is playing out. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>2970falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-158-rookie-graduation-day-with-mat-issa--53450776
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53450776Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:47:38 +0000Chucking DartsNBA Rookie analyst for Forbes, The Analyst, and SBNation @matissa15 joins to go through all-rookie teams, and to project stardom on this year's exceptional class. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>7167falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-157-jordan-hawkins-special-talent-uconn-miami-and-final-four-picks-with-brian-geisinger--53401331
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53401331Fri, 31 Mar 2023 12:24:05 +0000Chucking Darts@bgeis_bird, the best college hoops analyst in the business, comes back to finish off our tournament coverage with a deep look at Jordan Hawkins' game, Uconn - Miami from every angle, and pick the Final Four. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>5546falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-156-the-best-sweet-16-matchups-with-brian-geisinger--53309931
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53309931Thu, 23 Mar 2023 13:37:19 +0000Chucking Darts@bgeis_bird comes back to dive headlong into Houston-Miami, Gonzaga-UCLA, Arkansas-Uconn, and all of the draft intrigue surrounding the sweet 16. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>6110falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-155-top-10-picks-taylor-hendricks-and-jarace-walker-with-brian-schroeder-brianjnba--53282298Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53282298Tue, 21 Mar 2023 13:35:32 +0000Chucking DartsBrian Schroeder (patreon.com/BrianJNBA) stops by to discuss big wings Jarace Walker and Taylor Hendricks, both big wings very likely to return near top of draft value. Plus: Nae'Qwan Tomlin, Andre Jackson, Thompson twin questions, and more! Enjoy!Enjoy!]]>6760falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-154-acc-dart-dive-pt-1-underrated-duke-and-reece-beekman-with-brian-geisinger--53167655
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53167655Sat, 11 Mar 2023 14:39:05 +0000Chucking DartsBrian Geisinger (@bgeis_bird), the country's preeminent ACC analyst, returns to take a look at Dereck Lively, Kyle Filipowski, Dariq Whitehead, and Reece Beekman. All four seem misevaluated this draft season; we debunk why. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>6019falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-153-alabama-and-arkansas-darts-with-hunter-cruse-and-andrew-parrish--53095005
DISCLAIMER: This episode begins with my reasoning for releasing the episode despite the investigation into the death of Jamea Harris.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53095005Sat, 04 Mar 2023 15:23:17 +0000Chucking DartsHunter Cruse (@huntercruse14), cohost of Locked On WBB and contributor Tide Illustrated, as well as Andrew Parrish (@andrewparrish1) of CrimsonXOver, break down six (!) nba prospects between Alabama and Arkansas (4:00), and examine why two teams so...
DISCLAIMER: This episode begins with my reasoning for releasing the episode despite the investigation into the death of Jamea Harris.]]>5530falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-152-the-rising-darts-challenge-with-steph-noh--52766427Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52766427Fri, 17 Feb 2023 12:45:24 +0000Chucking DartsSporting News' Steph Noh (@stephnoh) makes his triumphant return to the podcast to discuss the darts participating in the "Rising Stars" challenge at All Star weekend, notably Jeremy Sochan, Josh Giddey, Alperen Sengun, Tari Eason, Evan Mobley, and...Enjoy!]]>4110falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-151-new-nba-with-trill--52715532
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52715532Mon, 13 Feb 2023 12:19:40 +0000Chucking DartsFull Trade Deadline fallout with the incomprable @TrillBroDude of The You Know Ball podcast and Patreon. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>7782falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-150-3-lottery-picks-maxwell-lewis-cam-whitmore-and-nick-smith-jr-and-two-timelines-with-the-one-klaytheist11--52681214
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52681214Thu, 09 Feb 2023 13:25:08 +0000Chucking DartsSwish Theory writer and Game 6 Klay pod host Charlie Cummings (@klaytheist11) celebrates the Chucking Darts sesquecentennial with a sprawling opus on the Warriors' Two Timeline Darts (Jordan Poole, Jon Kuminga, and Moses Moody) and the 3 lottery picks...
Enjoy!]]>7578falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-149-kyrie-reaction-and-dart-trade-targets--52650196https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52650196Mon, 06 Feb 2023 14:28:06 +0000Chucking DartsA Kyrie trade spiel, and a list of undervalued darts throughout the league to target at the trade deadline. Enjoy!3402falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-148-searching-for-2023-pick-no-3-ft-brice-sensabaugh-and-taylor-hendricks-with-evan-zamir--52626649https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52626649Fri, 03 Feb 2023 13:13:44 +0000Chucking DartsEvan Zamir (formerly @thecity2) stops by to examine the surplus, or perhaps void, of optinos at pick 3 in the 2023 NBA Draft, and we dive deep into Brice Sensabaugh and Taylor Hendricks. Enjoy!5839falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-147-the-thompson-twins-with-ben-pfeifer-bjpf--52539325
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52539325Wed, 25 Jan 2023 13:04:59 +0000Chucking DartsBen Pfeifer (@bjpf_) formerly of the Prep2Pro Podcast, joins to discuss, dissect, and dream on Amen and Ausar Thompson, the identical twins unlike prospects either of us have ever seen. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>6533falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-146-all-star-teams-with-steph-noh--52493824Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52493824Fri, 20 Jan 2023 13:23:02 +0000Chucking DartsSporting News' Steph Noh (@StephNoh) stops by to give final, absolute, unimpeachable All Star rosters for the East and West, featuring a darts from Disney, DC, and in defense off...defense. Enjoy!Enjoy!]]>4551falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-145-contender-cavaliers-plus-keyonte-george-and-nae-qwan-tomlin-with-bennett-herbert--52484061Then, we dive into Baylor's lotto frosh Keyonte George, and Kansas St's sleeper dart Nae'qwan Tomlin. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52484061Thu, 19 Jan 2023 13:56:40 +0000Chucking DartsAnalyst Bennet Herbert (@bendog28) stops by to dissect the rising Cavs, Evan Mobley's development path, the Cavaliers intersecting destiny with the Memphis Grizzlies, the East at large, and more. Then, we dive into Baylor's lotto frosh Keyonte...Then, we dive into Baylor's lotto frosh Keyonte George, and Kansas St's sleeper dart Nae'qwan Tomlin. Enjoy!]]>5116falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-144-a-gg-jackson-debate-the-young-face-up-scorer-with-rafael-barlowe-barlowe500--52400659
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52400659Tue, 10 Jan 2023 12:32:41 +0000Chucking DartsRafael Barlowe, host of the Locked on NBA Big Board podcast and decorated domestic and international scout, stops by to sell me on why he thinks GG Jackson, a young, offensively centererd PF of South Carolina, is a top lotto pick. A great discussion...
Enjoy!]]>4877falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-143-how-to-win-the-west-with-mathketball--52370164https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52370164Fri, 06 Jan 2023 13:51:49 +0000Chucking DartsFilm Analyst and cohost of the Beyond the Arc Podcast, Yash (@mathketball) stops by to try to unpack the wide open west. We talk Xs and Os, strengths and weaknesses, matchups, and sensible deadline moves for the Warriors, Grizzlies, Nuggets,...6572falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/142-the-bumper-ball-knicks-with-the-strickland-s-prezidente--52245527
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52245527Wed, 21 Dec 2022 13:17:26 +0000Chucking DartsThe Strickland's most renowned dartist Prez (@_prezidente) joins to bask in the soft orange glow of the Knicks' 8 game win streak. On how the grouchiest team became the vibiest, one FA signing and dart at a time. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>6319falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/141-nba-slop-season-preview-with-trillbrodude--52161525
Subscribe to his YouKnowBall Patreon. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52161525Mon, 12 Dec 2022 13:19:47 +0000Chucking DartsHappy Holiday Season! I refer of course to December 15, which unofficially kicks off NBA trade season. Here to dissect it all and calm my fears that no trades will happen is the Sultan of Slop himself, @TrillBroDude. Demar DeRozan, Myles Turner, Kyle...
Subscribe to his YouKnowBall Patreon. Enjoy!]]>6895falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-140-the-curious-case-of-patrick-williams-plus-jaden-mcdaniels-and-josh-green-with-larry-golden-larrohoops--52129778https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52129778Thu, 08 Dec 2022 13:27:42 +0000Chucking DartsSwish Theory co-founder Coach Larry Golden (@LarroHoops) examines the fascinating, frustrating, and possibly fruitful developmental case of Patrick Williams, the rare "safe" and "toolsy" top 5 pick yet to take off in Chicago. Plus, some contrasts and...6605falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/139-early-ncaa-dartbag-kris-murray-anthony-black-baylor-guards-terrence-shannon-jr-and-more--52081019
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52081019Fri, 02 Dec 2022 18:39:16 +0000Chucking DartsI reach into the dartbag and give early season impressions on some high profile NCAA performers, including Keegan Murray's twin brother Kris, Terrence Shannon Jr., the Baylor guard rotation, Anthony Black, and more. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>3706falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-138-keldon-johnson-devin-vassell-and-developing-wing-stars-with-tyler-wilson--51979162
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51979162Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:44:26 +0000Chucking DartsTyler Wilson (@ProspectingNBA) of Swish Theory and Finishing Touch joins to go deep into the fantastic starts of Keldon Johnson and Devin Vassell. We compare and contrast their context and future with that of RJ Barrett, Keegan Murray, Jeremy Sochan,...
Enjoy!]]>7047falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-137-nba-dart-philosophy-with-mike-gribanov-paolo-jabari-mathurin-haliburton-shai-mobley-more--51862871
Deep dives into Paolo, Jabari, the Pacers, SGA, and a bunch more as we try to clarify what teams are doing right and wrong with them, and how to get better in scouting different roles.

Enjoy this extended ep!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51862871Fri, 11 Nov 2022 13:42:40 +0000Chucking DartsScout and analyst Mike Gribanov (on twitter and patreon as @mikegrib8) joins to talk development of some of the highest profile darts in the league. Deep dives into Paolo, Jabari, the Pacers, SGA, and a bunch more as we try to clarify what teams are...
Deep dives into Paolo, Jabari, the Pacers, SGA, and a bunch more as we try to clarify what teams are doing right and wrong with them, and how to get better in scouting different roles.

Enjoy this extended ep!]]>6814falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-136-the-future-champ-pelicans-with-shamit-dua--51748164
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51748164Tue, 01 Nov 2022 12:33:33 +0000Chucking DartsBoot Krewe Media and In the NO's Shamit Dua (@FearThe Brown) stops by to go deep on the Team of the 2020s, the chief Dartists themselves, the New Orleans Pelicans. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>5263falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-135-wemby-wemby-wemby-plus-rookie-debuts-with-matt-powers-of-swish-theory--51681675https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681675Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:58:56 +0000Chucking DartsOld friend @DraftPow of the newly minted scouting service Swish Theory joins for a recap of Paolo Banchero and Bennedict Mathurin's debuts, and then we conjure our scouting reports on the Dart of the Year, Victor Wembenyama.4637falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-134-nba-preview-pt-2-defenses-1-30-with-mark-schindler-rookie-extensions--51608035
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51608035Tue, 18 Oct 2022 12:17:16 +0000Chucking DartsMark Schindler (@MG_Schindler) returns for our annual defensive preview as we rank each team 1-30 for the upcoming season. We also start teh episode with a few minutes on rookie extensions. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>6855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-133-2023-nba-preview-pt-1-offenses-1-30-w-draftdummies--51563584Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51563584Thu, 13 Oct 2022 12:23:09 +0000Chucking DartsSam Ferris (@DraftDummies), host of the Locked On NBA Draft podcast, joins for part 1 of the NBA Season Preview: ranking every team's offense 1-30. Enjoy!Enjoy!]]>5806falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-132-indiana-pacers-720-with-caitlin-cooper--51497550-How good can Tyrese Haliburton be, and how does he become a star scorer?
-The staggering defensive potential of Isaiah Jackson
-A subtle logjam between Chris Duarte and Bennedict Mathurin
-The paradox of Jalen Smith

And more! Enjoy]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51497550Fri, 07 Oct 2022 11:11:21 +0000Chucking DartsCaitlin Cooper (@C2_Cooper) of Indy Cornrows and 538 joins to analyze the dart core of the Indiana Pacers: -How good can Tyrese Haliburton be, and how does he become a star scorer? -The staggering defensive potential of Isaiah Jackson -A subtle logjam...-How good can Tyrese Haliburton be, and how does he become a star scorer?
-The staggering defensive potential of Isaiah Jackson
-A subtle logjam between Chris Duarte and Bennedict Mathurin
-The paradox of Jalen Smith

And more! Enjoy]]>4575falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-131-fantasy-basketball-preview-with-josh-lloyd-redrock-bball--51475537
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51475537Wed, 05 Oct 2022 11:40:22 +0000Chucking DartsJosh Lloyd (@redrock_bball), host of the Locked on Fantasy Basketball Podcast and lead fantasy analyst at Basketball Monster, joins for the First Annual Chucking Darts Fantasy Basketball Preview. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>3973falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-130-trey-murphy-iii-on-his-career-with-a-foreword-on-jonathon-tjarks--51405366
But first, I share a couple notes on the passing of NBA writer and friend Jonathon Tjarks. The gofundme for his family is below. Tjarks was a beloved person and figure by everyone who met him, and was generous enough to appear on my show twice. I talk a bit about how I got lucky enough to know him, if only briefly. He was an inspiration in more ways than one. Rest in peace.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/Lets-help-our-friend-jonathan-tjarks?utm_campaign=p_nacp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51405366Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:15:16 +0000Chucking DartsTrey Murphy III of the New Orleans Pelicans (@treymurphy) joins to talk about his last 18 months, what it's like to rise throughout the predraft process, the Pelicans' wild 2021-2022 season, the dart trio of himself, Herb Jones, and Jose Alvarado, and...
But first, I share a couple notes on the passing of NBA writer and friend Jonathon Tjarks. The gofundme for his family is below. Tjarks was a beloved person and figure by everyone who met him, and was generous enough to appear on my show twice. I talk a bit about how I got lucky enough to know him, if only briefly. He was an inspiration in more ways than one. Rest in peace.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/Lets-help-our-friend-jonathan-tjarks?utm_campaign=p_nacp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer]]>4637falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-129-2023-lottery-prospects-pt-1-nick-smith-jr-dariq-whitehead-anthony-black-and-keyontae-george-with-aneeshnamburi--51037257
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51037257Fri, 26 Aug 2022 12:13:20 +0000Chucking DartsCerebro Sports and Pro Insights analyst Aneesh Namburi makes his CD debut to cover our first wave of blue chip 1 and done 2023 NCAA prospects. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>3644falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-128-2014-nba-draft-reslopables-simulcast-with-trillbrodude--50960638We dive into the draftime perceptions and misconceptions of Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic, Andrew Wiggins, Jabari Parker, Marcus Smart, Julius Randle, and more. What teams should have known, and how teams can learn from past mistakes, and more. Plus, a redraft!
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50960638Fri, 19 Aug 2022 12:32:27 +0000Chucking DartsYKB's Trill and I go back into one of several "Generational Drafts" of the last ten years as the talent in the NBA as swelled. We dive into the draftime perceptions and misconceptions of Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic, Andrew Wiggins, Jabari Parker,...We dive into the draftime perceptions and misconceptions of Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic, Andrew Wiggins, Jabari Parker, Marcus Smart, Julius Randle, and more. What teams should have known, and how teams can learn from past mistakes, and more. Plus, a redraft!
Enjoy!]]>7129falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-127-2023-returners-with-alex-brown-high-profile-wings-arthur-kaluma-baylor-scheierman-julian-strawther-pelle-larsson--50824061
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50824061Fri, 05 Aug 2022 12:28:34 +0000Chucking DartsPro Insight's Alex Brown (@alexbhoops) stops by to discuss some wing darts primed to take the national spotlight in 2023: Creighton's Arthur Kaluma and Baylor Scheierman, Gonzaga's Julian Strawther, Arizona's Pelle Larsson, and more. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>5710falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/126-jake-fischer-on-nba-trade-whispers-in-the-wind-kd-russ-mitchell-more--50758405
Enjoy]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50758405Sat, 30 Jul 2022 15:02:45 +0000Chucking DartsBleacher Report's Jake Fischer stops by to discuss Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, Donovan Mitchell, and more. Enjoy
Enjoy]]>1890falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-125-offseason-chucking-slop-pt-2-with-trillbrodude-kd-donny-and-under-the-radar-wins--50714526https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50714526Tue, 26 Jul 2022 11:18:35 +0000Chucking DartsThe unstoppable YouKnowBall Podcast's Trill is back for part 2 of our offseason review. We cover the Kevin Durant and Donovan Mitchell trade situations, and the under the radar moves will pay dividends. Enjoy!7550falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/124-offseason-chucking-slop-with-trillbrodude-pt-1-gobert-dejounte-and-the-east--50667168https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50667168Thu, 21 Jul 2022 12:42:05 +0000Chucking DartsAs the volcanic slop of the offseason hardens into rock, the god himself @TrillBroDude of the You Know Ball podcast returns and talks about the draft pick gambits of the Wolves and Hawks, the top of the East and his beloved 76ers' place in it, value...6429falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-123-dart-rank-2020-2022-drafts-pt-ii-with-sam-ferris-draftdummies--50581777https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50581777Fri, 15 Jul 2022 11:58:05 +0000Chucking DartsPicks 16-30 in our composite ranking of the future value of the league's darts. Enjoy!5293falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2022-dart-rank-2020-2022-drafts-pt-1-with-sam-ferris-draftdummies--50452380
Where is your favorite dart? And where is the league going really?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50452380Sun, 03 Jul 2022 17:07:54 +0000Chucking DartsIt's time for the Annual Dart Rank! Sam Ferris (@DraftDummies), recurring host of the Locked On NBA Draft Podcast, returns to rank all players drafted between 2020 and 2022. We go 1-15, and hit on the stunning top of the 2021 class, Ant, Lamelo,...
Where is your favorite dart? And where is the league going really?]]>6261falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-121-dave-dufour-on-the-dejounte-murray-john-collins-mystery-and-other-free-agency-rumors--50383433
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50383433Mon, 27 Jun 2022 20:23:57 +0000Chucking DartsDave Dufour (@DaveDufourNBA) of the Athletic and Sports Business Classroom joins to dissect the curious case of the Dejounte Murray-John Collins trade rumors, and what other free agency mysteries aren't quite adding up: Miles Bridges, Deandre Ayton,...
Enjoy!]]>4838falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-120-2022-nba-draft-grades-with-bryce-hendricks-brycehendrick14--50379472https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50379472Mon, 27 Jun 2022 14:25:08 +0000Chucking DartsThe Upside Swings co-host brings his trademark throroughness to every team in the 2022 draft. Enjoy!6705falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-119-the-2022-nba-draft-with-draftpow--50318481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50318481Fri, 24 Jun 2022 11:29:43 +0000Chucking DartsWas Paolo at 1 the right call? Who had the best night? Pow and I cover the entire night and debate the teams that divided us, starting at number 1. Enjoy!6993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/117-marjon-beauchamp-pat-baldwin-jr-plus-2022-s-false-ceilings-with-baumboards--50199850Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50199850Tue, 14 Jun 2022 12:46:16 +0000Chucking DartsMaxwell Baumbach (@BaumBoards) of No Ceilings NBA stops by to dive into two more slippery wing evaluations: G League standout Marjon Beauchamp and former top 5 recruit Patrick Baldwin Jr. Then, we each pick a player in the lottery that has a much...Enjoy!]]>6155falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-116-jabari-smith-debate-paolo-banchero-comparison-with-chip-jones-chipjnba--50085406
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50085406Mon, 06 Jun 2022 13:16:53 +0000Chucking Darts@ChipJNBA rejoins to do a Mariana Trench dive on Jabari Smith. We push each other on his projection and the differences in our opinions, and compare him to Paolo Banchero. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>5666falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-episode-the-boston-three-party-swings-game-1--50048686https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50048686Fri, 03 Jun 2022 11:12:14 +0000Chucking DartsI incoherently react to an exhilarating Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Enjoy!1718falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-116-2022-nba-finals-preview-with-dieter-kurtenbach--50024002
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50024002Wed, 01 Jun 2022 10:15:55 +0000Chucking DartsSan Jose Mercury News columnist and KNBR host @dieter stops by to preview the 2022 NBA Finals. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>3696falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-115-pd-web-on-aj-griffin-malaki-branham-chet-holmgren-and-2022-s-touch-maestros--50009603AJ Griffin, Leonard Miller, Malaki Branham, Jabari Smith, Chet Holmgren.

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50009603Tue, 31 May 2022 12:07:28 +0000Chucking DartsPD Web (@abovethebreak3) of Cerebro Sports stops by for a nice, winding convo on the very best shooters in 2022's draft class, their differences, how and why and where to bet on them, and what makes AJ Griffin historic. Check out his twitter for links...AJ Griffin, Leonard Miller, Malaki Branham, Jabari Smith, Chet Holmgren.

Enjoy!]]>6896falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-114-sleeper-searching-with-hunter-cruse-keon-ellis-quenton-jackson-ron-harper-jr--49952500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49952500Thu, 26 May 2022 12:08:03 +0000Chucking DartsHunter Cruse (@Huntercruse14), head of 60and36.com (@60and36), stops by to discuss some sleepers in the wake of the NBA Combine: Keon Ellis, Quenton Jackson, and Ron Harper Jr., Plus, we discuss the combine's winner, Jalen Williams. Enjoy!4775falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-113-leonard-miller-vince-williams-jr-and-tevin-brown-with-usa-today-s-bryan-kalbrosky--49860032
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49860032Thu, 19 May 2022 11:47:16 +0000Chucking DartsBryan Kalbrosky of For The Win and USA Today is interviewing 2022 NBA draft prospects for his series on For the Win. He stops by to talk about his pieces on Canadian potential star Leonard Miller, as well as Draft Twitter stars Vince Williams and...
Enjoy!]]>3453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-112-2022-lotto-mock-draft-with-whichcarolina--49842986
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49842986Wed, 18 May 2022 12:14:42 +0000Chucking DartsThe lotto is back! We ring in the end of Tankathon Season with a top-15 mock draft with Hornets aficianado Lee Branscome (@WhichCarolina), co-host of the BuzzBeat podcast. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>5834falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-111-game-7-appreciation-luka-giannis-examination-and-draft-rumination--49813048https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49813048Mon, 16 May 2022 12:44:19 +0000Chucking DartsA brief episode examining and drawing some fun conclusions from Celtics-Bucks and Mavs-Suns Game 7s, plus some draft talk at the end. Enjoy!2463falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-110-the-dangerous-dallas-mavericks-with-lauren-gunn--49502994
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49502994Thu, 21 Apr 2022 12:04:00 +0000Chucking DartsLauren Gunn (@TheLaurenGunn), co-host of the Gunn Shot podcast and credentialed reporter on the Dallas Mavericks, stops by to talk the subtle, stunning transformation of the NBA's most unique contender. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>4759falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-108-celtics-nets-and-jayson-tatum-part-ii-with-greg--49465160
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49465160Mon, 18 Apr 2022 10:58:22 +0000Chucking DartsLongtime friend and Celtics aficianado Greg triumphantly returns to the podcast to break down Boston and Brooklyn's all time classic, revisist Jayson Tatum a year after we anointed him as an historically valuable, and more! Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>3931falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-108-the-playoffs-1st-round--49454144
Get ready for some Game 7s. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49454144Sat, 16 Apr 2022 17:06:49 +0000Chucking DartsAfter a quick play in reaction, I sprint through the 1st round of the playoffs before making a title pick. Get ready for some Game 7s. Enjoy!
Get ready for some Game 7s. Enjoy!]]>3708falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-107-sixers-raptors-w-samson-folk--49422359
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49422359Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:10:13 +0000Chucking DartsSamson Folk of Raptors Republic (@samfolkk) and Yahoo Sports returns to break down the ganrliest, tastiest first round NBA playoff series: the star crossed Sixers and the voracious Raps. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>4160falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-106-2021-rookies-graduation-day-with-mark-schindler--49353088
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49353088Thu, 07 Apr 2022 12:44:22 +0000Chucking DartsMark Schindler (@MSchindlerNBA) joins for the 2nd Annual Rookie Graduation Day. We celebrate the landmark 2021 class in style, including picks for ROY, 1st and 2nd Team all rookie, future star and starter picks, and some 2022 draft talk. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>4970falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-105-unc-duke-final-four-preview-with-brian-geisinger--49265199
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49265199Thu, 31 Mar 2022 11:56:36 +0000Chucking DartsBrian Geisinger (@bgeis_bird) of ACCSports.com and the BuzzBeat Podcast stops by with the best in-depth preview of the most anticipated Final Four Game in years that you'll hear this week. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>4208falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-104-matt-pennie-on-march-madness-and-the-draft--49165429https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49165429Wed, 23 Mar 2022 11:10:38 +0000Chucking DartsGame Theory's Matt Pennie stops by for a great draft conversation in the eye of the March Madness hurricane. We hit on Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero, Malaki Branham, Bennedict Mathruin, Keegan Murray, and more! Enjoy!4912falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-103-dart-madness-w-chip-jones--49080094
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49080094Wed, 16 Mar 2022 11:41:55 +0000Chucking DartsOne of the best basketball analysts in any format, Chip Jones (@ChipJNBA) comes on to find a method in March Madness. Which teams are primed to make a run, which are primed to get upset, some draft prospects, Final Four picks, and more! Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>5640falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-102-the-inaugural-dartbag--48991221https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48991221Tue, 08 Mar 2022 13:12:45 +0000Chucking DartsYour dart questions, answered. Enjoy!4916falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sam-vecenie-on-drafting-1st-overall-in-2022--48921929Then, we (try to) make Sam happier about some of the depth in the 2022 draft.
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48921929Wed, 02 Mar 2022 13:41:32 +0000Chucking DartsThe Athletic's Sam Vecenie drops by to talk about the 1st overall pick in the 2022 draft. What challenges are there in selecting Chet Holmgren, Jabari Smith, Paolo Banchero, and Jaden Ivey? Which of them actually have the upside to return number 1...Then, we (try to) make Sam happier about some of the depth in the 2022 draft.
Enjoy!]]>6539falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-100-the-nba-rich-big-ten-with-alex-brown--48896851Sleeper talk on Malaki Branham, Ej Liddell, Kris Murray
Ceiling talk on Keegan Murray, Jonny Davis, Jaden ivey, and more!
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48896851Mon, 28 Feb 2022 13:36:57 +0000Chucking DartsEpisode 100! I'm thrilled to be joined for my darticentennial by Alex Brown (@ahbanalytics), Head of Scouting and Lead Consultant for Advance Pro Basketball, to dive into the most prospect rich conference in the country, the Big Ten. Sleeper talk on...Sleeper talk on Malaki Branham, Ej Liddell, Kris Murray
Ceiling talk on Keegan Murray, Jonny Davis, Jaden ivey, and more!
Enjoy!]]>5726falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-99-trillbrodude-crossover-2013-draft-analysis-redraft--48817753How much of an excuse do GMs actually have for passing on Giannis?
What mistakes did the analysts make?
What can we apply to drafts today?

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48817753Mon, 21 Feb 2022 14:24:06 +0000Chucking DartsThe Chucking Darts Universe expands with a crossover ep with the You Know Ball Podcast. NBA Internet celebrity @TrillBroDude and I go deep into the 2013 draft,m thought at the time to one of the worst in memory. How much of an excuse do GMs actually...How much of an excuse do GMs actually have for passing on Giannis?
What mistakes did the analysts make?
What can we apply to drafts today?

Enjoy!]]>6639falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-98-trade-deadline-to-remember--48687688https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48687688Fri, 11 Feb 2022 13:31:39 +0000Chucking DartsThe most baffling trade I've ever seen, and the Harden/Simmons deal. And more! Enjoy!4985falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-97-haliburton-sabonis-and-mccollum-hart-trades--48657435https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48657435Wed, 09 Feb 2022 14:11:07 +0000Chucking DartsI break down the most interesting NBA trade in years, and...another interesting trade! Enjoy! And be on the lookout for pod clips on Youtube. Rate, review, subscribe, all that good stuff. Thank you!3765falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-96-trade-darts-with-tjarks--48625813First 14ish minutes of the pod is my solo reaction to the Caris Levert trade (we recorded beforehand), so if you want Tjarks, feel free to skip ahead
Check out Tjarks's work on the Ringer and on the Upside High podcast (Ringer NBA Show) every Tuesday. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48625813Mon, 07 Feb 2022 13:04:12 +0000Chucking DartsJonathan Tjarks of the Ringer (@jonathantjarks) drops by (14:31) to talk trade deadline and what young players opposing GMs might be wise to "target." First 14ish minutes of the pod is my solo reaction to the Caris Levert trade (we recorded...First 14ish minutes of the pod is my solo reaction to the Caris Levert trade (we recorded beforehand), so if you want Tjarks, feel free to skip ahead
Check out Tjarks's work on the Ringer and on the Upside High podcast (Ringer NBA Show) every Tuesday. Enjoy!]]>5028falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-95-the-brown-wesley-contrast-with-jake-rosen--48537688
Jake Rosen (@jakeinthepaint), Stepien contributor and co-host of Tag The Roll, joins to discuss Kendall Brown and Blake Wesley. One of the many, many mini-dilemmas of the Mighty Wing Draft. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48537688Tue, 01 Feb 2022 13:17:13 +0000Chucking DartsHow do you like your wings? Do you like exceptional size, feel, and athleticism, but a likely narrow role? Or do you like guard/wing size with a solid foundation that constantly pushes the envelope in search of greater depths? Jake Rosen...
Jake Rosen (@jakeinthepaint), Stepien contributor and co-host of Tag The Roll, joins to discuss Kendall Brown and Blake Wesley. One of the many, many mini-dilemmas of the Mighty Wing Draft. Enjoy!]]>3151falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-94-power-wings-with-brian-schroeder--48465913
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48465913Thu, 27 Jan 2022 12:18:36 +0000Chucking Darts@BrianJDraft to discuss what I believe is the most frequently underrated prospect type: true power wings. We hit on AJ Griffin, Tari Eason, and Justin Lewis, discuss why each has so much potential, and why they are such an attractive option relative...
Enjoy!]]>4626falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-93-the-cam-reddish-trade-and-understanding-potential--48293757
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Enjoy!]]>3323falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-92-upperclassmen-sleepers-and-connector-talk-with-rafael-barlowe--48236470
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48236470Mon, 10 Jan 2022 13:25:26 +0000Chucking DartsRafael Barlowe (@Barlowe500), international scout, pro trainer, and creator of nbadraftjunkies.com, stops by to talk two of his favorite 2022 NBA Draft sleepers, Alondes Williams of Wake Forest and Dereon Seabron of NC State. We also hit on Keon...
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Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48163103Tue, 04 Jan 2022 13:41:15 +0000Chucking DartsCoach Adam Spinella runs the fantastic Box and One youtube channel (now available as Adam Spinella) and podcast. He stops by to talk sophomores, who are the predominant story of 2022/s first round. We discuss the pessimism surrounding sophomore...
Enjoy!]]>4150falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-90-raptors-republic-revolution-with-samson-folk--48120411The Head Delegate of Raptors Republic, Samson Folk (@samsonfolk), is one of the best analytical hoops minds out there, and he joins to dig to the center of the Raptors developing young core. Deep insight on Scottie Barnes, Gary Trent Jr., Fred Vanvleet, Pascal Siakam, and OG Anunoby. You won't find a more talented young quintet in the league.

Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48120411Fri, 31 Dec 2021 13:35:30 +0000Chucking DartsThe Toronto Raptors are seemingly innocuous, hovering around .500 and matching preseason expectations. Dig a little deeper, and there is a conference power returning to form. The Head Delegate of Raptors Republic, Samson Folk (@samsonfolk), is one of...The Head Delegate of Raptors Republic, Samson Folk (@samsonfolk), is one of the best analytical hoops minds out there, and he joins to dig to the center of the Raptors developing young core. Deep insight on Scottie Barnes, Gary Trent Jr., Fred Vanvleet, Pascal Siakam, and OG Anunoby. You won't find a more talented young quintet in the league.

Enjoy!]]>5593falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-89-2022-draft-philosophy-720-with-cj-marchesani--48095900
Happy holidays! Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48095900Wed, 29 Dec 2021 13:21:00 +0000Chucking DartsCJ Marchesani (@cjmarchesani) of @TheStepien and @RollCallSN comes back for a monster draft holiday edition of Chucking Darts. We go around the world twice on our philosophy on 2022's top picks, role players, and different player types. Happy...
Happy holidays! Enjoy!]]>7694falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-88-ncaa-blue-chippers-with-rob-dauster--48039132
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48039132Thu, 23 Dec 2021 17:25:13 +0000Chucking DartsRob Dauster (@RobDauster), head of the Field of 68 (@thefieldof68) and the Field of 12 (@thefieldof12) joins to analyze why this college basketball season has been so fun, go run through the blue chip prospects dotting Duke, Purdue, Arizona, Baylor,...
Enjoy!]]>3862falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-nba-s-most-improved-players-with-mark-schindler--47994657https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47994657Mon, 20 Dec 2021 13:01:14 +0000Chucking DartsMark Schindler (@mschindlerNBA) comes back to discuss the Most Improved Player race. We talk a little bit of "improvement philosophy," and analyze which leaps have changed the directions of their respective franchises. Enjoy!4375falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-86-sleepers-in-plain-sight-with-w-a-morris-tari-eason-colby-jones-david-roddy-jalen-cook--47902848
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47902848Mon, 13 Dec 2021 13:22:06 +0000Chucking DartsZona hoops contributor @w_a_morris stops by to talk statistical darlings and serious sleepers Tari Eason, Colby Jones, David Roddy, and Jalen Cook. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>6112falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-85-matt-pennie-s-favorite-early-season-darts-wendell-moore-johnny-davis-jeremy-sochan-julian-strawther--47768531https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47768531Fri, 03 Dec 2021 12:44:55 +0000Chucking DartsMatt Pennie (@matt_pennie) of the Game Theory Podcast joins to talk about some of his (and my) favorite prospects of this early 2022 college basketball season. Check out his work with Sam Vecenie on the Game Theory podcast (this feed's primary...4027falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-84-suns-supernova-and-the-charging-bulls-and-wolves-with-chip-jones-and-tyler-metcalf--47736650
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47736650Wed, 01 Dec 2021 12:23:48 +0000Chucking DartsTyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11; No Ceilings) and Chip Jones (@ChipJNBA; Ontapsportsnet) return to talk some Winning NBA Teams: the streaking Suns, and their beloved Minnesota Timberwolves and Chicago Bulls, respectively. We talk how the Suns match up in a...
Enjoy!]]>6721falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/top-5s-2020-draft-2021-all-rookie-2022-big-board-with-bryce-hendricks-and-stone-hansen-of-upside-swings--47642613https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47642613Wed, 24 Nov 2021 20:45:50 +0000Chucking DartsWe ring in Thanksgiving with a fun episode of Top5 5s with the @UpsideSwings own Bryce Hendricks and Stone Hansen. We compare 2020 redraft top 5s, likely 2021 First Team All Rookies, and 2022 big boards to comment on how rosters are changing...7223falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-82-hooper-logic-dyson-daniels-and-jean-montero-plus-a-2022-draft-board-with-draftpow--47481796
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47481796Mon, 15 Nov 2021 12:06:00 +0000Chucking DartsThe ascendant @DraftPow rejoins on the heels of his debut at the Stepien to talk about his Dyson Daniels piece and Jean Montero. We compare textbook prospects with savants, and Pow unveils his soft 2022 board Letterbox style. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>5184falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-81-dartlando-magic-with-richard-stayman-magic-mavs-draft--47442102Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47442102Fri, 12 Nov 2021 13:07:11 +0000Chucking DartsRichard Stayman (@mavsdraft) joins to burrow into his first NBA love and the only team currently starting five darts: the Orlando Magic. We analyze the games of Cole Anthony, Wendell Carter Jr, Mo Bamba, Franz Wagner, and Jalen Suggs. We dream on the...Enjoy!]]>6479falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grib-and-go-mike-gribanov-s-most-interesting-darts-kendall-brown-walker-kessler-marcus-bagley--47372345
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47372345Mon, 08 Nov 2021 13:24:49 +0000Chucking DartsMike Gribanov (@mikegrib8) cold opens on some prospects that have his attention: Kendall Brown, Walker Kessler, and Marcus Bagley. Hopefully, this will be a semi-recurring series. Lots of wing and big theory in this one. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>4687falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-79-2022-draft-dart-introduction-stepien-tier-1-with-sean-derenthal--47197475Is it as good as Dune? In the sense that it's the same runtime, yes. Yes it is.
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47197475Thu, 28 Oct 2021 11:25:48 +0000Chucking DartsTHE DARTS ARE BACK. Sean Derenthal, the head of the Stepien (thestepien.com; @OdetoOden), joins to discuss the return of the best draft website in the business for another cycle, and then we embark on a 150 minute odyssey into the games of the...Is it as good as Dune? In the sense that it's the same runtime, yes. Yes it is.
Enjoy!]]>8979falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-78-the-triumphant-return-of-i-ve-seen-enough--47097965
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47097965Fri, 22 Oct 2021 12:54:53 +0000Chucking DartsWith every NBA team having played exactly one game, I come back to say what I believe will stick throughout the rest of the year. Featuring the Celtics, Knicks, a unicorn rookie, and an ascendant play in team. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>1959falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-77-2022-nba-predictions-with-nate-grubel-of-draftdeeper--46989024
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46989024Fri, 15 Oct 2021 12:21:08 +0000Chucking Darts@DraftDeeper joins me in predicting a 2022 NBA champion, playoff seeds, rookie stars, Most Improved Player, and more. We kind of went nuts on this one. Follow Nate and his ever expanding scouting service at @DraftDeeper. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>7676falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-76-2022-nba-season-preview-defensive-rankings-with-mark-schindler--46954622
Follow Mark and his site, @PremiumHoopsNBA. His patreon can be found at patreon.com/mschindler. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46954622Wed, 13 Oct 2021 11:00:02 +0000Chucking DartsThe hardest working man in season preview podcasting, Mark Schindler (@mschindlernba) joins to predict where all 30 teams will finish in defensive rating by the end of the year. Follow Mark and his site, @PremiumHoopsNBA. His patreon can be found at...
Follow Mark and his site, @PremiumHoopsNBA. His patreon can be found at patreon.com/mschindler. Enjoy!]]>7317falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-75-2022-nba-offensive-rankings-preview-with-sam-ferris--46920229https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46920229Mon, 11 Oct 2021 11:38:27 +0000Chucking DartsRegular season dart time! Sam Ferris (@draftdummies) (aka the Jordan Poole Whisperer) joins to compare predictive rankings of all 30 NBA regular season offenses. Follow him and both of the pods he hosts: Draft Dummies and the LockedOn NBA Draft...6845falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-74-evan-mobley-and-the-nba-landscape-with-jonathan-tjarks--46881282Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46881282Fri, 08 Oct 2021 12:24:54 +0000Chucking DartsJonathan Tjarks (@JonathanTjarks) from the Ringer stops by to talk about his upcoming piece on Evan Mobley, how the Cavs will impact his future and vice versa, and how his situation may eventually mirror those in Dallas, Golden State, and...Enjoy!]]>4333falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-73-star-crossed-hornets-and-mavericks-season-preview-with-whichcarolina--46864548https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46864548Thu, 07 Oct 2021 13:06:08 +0000Chucking DartsLee Branscome (@WhichCarolina) drops in to carry me on an episode previewing two NBA teams built around electric, demanding young stars. We chat about how the Hornets and Mavs have chosen to build around their phenoms, the risks of doing so, and what...4120falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cerebro-sports-co-founder-rohan-dang-on-the-next-stage-of-player-evaluation--46815049https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46815049Mon, 04 Oct 2021 13:26:35 +0000Chucking DartsRohan Dang (@rohandang19) is the co-founder and vice president of data and analytics for Cerebro Sports. Cerebro is a quantitative scouting services that provides metrics to compare and evaluate players across all levels of competition all over the...3964falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-seed-in-plain-sight-hawks-and-nets-preview-plus-an-mvp-pick-with-andrew-kelly--46756809
Plus, I make an MVP pick that shouldn't be as rare as it seems to be. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46756809Thu, 30 Sep 2021 11:50:50 +0000Chucking DartsAtlanta Hawks analyst and Peachtree Hoops contributor Andrew Kelly (@andlankell)joins to talk about the Atlanta Hawks and Brooklyn Nets, two teams that belong in far more conversatinos regarding the upcoming regular season. Plus, I make an MVP pick...
Plus, I make an MVP pick that shouldn't be as rare as it seems to be. Enjoy!]]>2902falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/genius-centers-and-rising-darts-wolves-and-bulls-season-preview-with-tyler-metcalf-and-bulls-dynasty--46600939
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46600939Mon, 20 Sep 2021 12:46:15 +0000Chucking DartsTyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) of canishoopus and Bulls Dynasty (@MVPaw) of ontapsportsnet join to preview two of the league's ascendant teams. Revolving around phenomenally talented offensive centers, supreme shooting guards, and relying heavily on...
Enjoy!]]>6368falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-69-dart-strickland-a-new-york-knicks-podcast-with-prezidente--46297887
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46297887Mon, 30 Aug 2021 13:09:52 +0000Chucking DartsI'm joined by The Strickland's Head of State, @_prezidente, as we go 720 on the New York Knicks. Thibs' Extraordinary Gentleman boast a very deep team with multiple paths to 2022 success: RJ Barrett's Leap into well rounded scorer, continued starpower...
Enjoy!]]>5676falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-68-the-ben-simmons-situation-with-jake-fischer-of-bleacher-report--46217199Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46217199Tue, 24 Aug 2021 12:57:00 +0000Chucking DartsJake Fischer, Bleacher Report's NBA reporter and author of Built to Lose: How the Tanking Era Changed the League Forever, returns to the podcast to provide a temperature check on Ben Simmons, Damian Lillard, and all points in between. Enjoy!Enjoy!]]>1696falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-67-summer-league-sendoff-with-draftpow--46204515Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46204515Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:33:03 +0000Chucking DartsFun conversation with your favorite follow's favorite follow, @DraftPow, about what warmed our hearts at the hottest league of the year. Enjoy!Enjoy!]]>4942falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-66-nba-dart-ranking-pt-2-2019-2020-2021-drafts-with-draftdummies--46156877
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46156877Thu, 19 Aug 2021 12:42:11 +0000Chucking DartsSam returns as we finish up our composite ranking of prospects from the last three drafts. Part 1 is Episode 65. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>5944falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-65-nba-dart-rankings-2019-21-drafts-pt-1-w-draftdummies--46126976
In this first part, we got through all of 13 players. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46126976Tue, 17 Aug 2021 12:18:51 +0000Chucking DartsEveryone likes to rank players in the offseason. In this house, we rank darts. Welcome to the Inaugural Dart Rank. Taking the last three drafts (2019, 2020, 2021), we are going to try to rank until we drop. Joining me is Sam Ferris from @DraftDummies,...
In this first part, we got through all of 13 players. Enjoy!]]>5356falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-64-2022-denver-nuggets-title-contenders-and-the-bones-are-money-with-ctfazio24--46113756
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46113756Mon, 16 Aug 2021 12:59:51 +0000Chucking DartsDraft analyst and contributor to Crownhoops.com, @CTFazio24, joins to dive into his favorite team, 2022 NBA Title Contender Denver Nuggets. We talk about why Jamal Murray's injury will not cross them off, lineup theories, MPJ contract speculation,...
Enjoy!]]>4655falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-63-summer-league-swooning--46037635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46037635Tue, 10 Aug 2021 12:35:57 +0000Chucking DartsBack again from the landmark Tatum episode, my buddy Greg (sp?) joins as we discuss our love of summer league, the odd discourse around its usefulness, and then dive headlong into its first 24 hours. Jalen Green, Sengun/Mobley, Cade, Bouknight, Kai,...6595falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-62-nba-free-agency-bullseyes-and-bull--45995979
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45995979Fri, 06 Aug 2021 18:53:11 +0000Chucking Darts5 teams who hit the mark (Bullseye! Darts! YEAH!) and 5 who didn't (Bull****, please for give me, I'm a sucker for hokey brand promotion) in Free Agency. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>3538falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-61-dynasty-reboot-warriors-draft-and-trade-philosophy-with-evan-zamir--45966301
Evan is a fantastic analyst who runs the Top Lines newsletter (available in his twitter bio), and formerly ran NBA WOWY, the website the eventually sprung pbpstats.com. Follow him and enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45966301Wed, 04 Aug 2021 13:49:54 +0000Chucking DartsEvan Zamir (@thecity2) drops by to go in depth on the Warriors selections of Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody, and on the state of the organization in light of free agency. We talk philosophy behind selecting those players as well as James Wiseman,...
Evan is a fantastic analyst who runs the Top Lines newsletter (available in his twitter bio), and formerly ran NBA WOWY, the website the eventually sprung pbpstats.com. Follow him and enjoy!]]>5511falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-60-2021-nba-draft-reaction--45925530https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45925530Sun, 01 Aug 2021 14:58:45 +0000Chucking DartsDarts for days and days. Enjoy!6948falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-59-2021-nba-draft-all-in-prospects-with-draftdeeper--45844551
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45844551Mon, 26 Jul 2021 13:00:42 +0000Chucking DartsIt's draft week, which means it's time to go all in. Nate Grubel, of the excellent @DraftDeeper podcast, comes by as we lay it on the line for 3 prospects apiece, each outside of the very top of the draft. Who are we willing to stake our name on as...
Enjoy!]]>5606falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-58-top-10-talk-and-draft-philosophy-with-mike-gribanov--45831091
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45831091Sun, 25 Jul 2021 03:12:53 +0000Chucking DartsThe excellent Mike Gribanov (@mikegrib8) stops by to discuss a bunch of prospects likely to go top 10 in the draft (Cunningham, Mobley, Suggs, Barnes, Kuminga, Franz, Moody, more), his personal draft philosophy, what "Best Player Available" truly...
Enjoy!]]>4648falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-57-the-5-most-interesting-teams-in-the-2021-draft-nba-finals-thoughts-with-mark-schindler--45756246
We kick off the episode by sharing some thoughts on what just so happens to be a classic NBA Finals, and an instant classic game 5. Enjoy!

00:00 NBA Finals

19:45 NBA Draft]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45756246Mon, 19 Jul 2021 13:27:09 +0000Chucking DartsMark Schindler (@mschindlernba) of @PremiumHoops rejoins the Dart House to identify the 5 most interesting teams (shoutout Zach Lowe) heading into next week's draft. Which teams have the potential to change their fortunes or impact the draft the most?...
We kick off the episode by sharing some thoughts on what just so happens to be a classic NBA Finals, and an instant classic game 5. Enjoy!

00:00 NBA Finals

19:45 NBA Draft]]>5863falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-56-2021-draft-comp-trivia-night-with-cozylito--45728106https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45728106Fri, 16 Jul 2021 18:36:23 +0000Chucking DartsA bonus episode from the Halftime App, I'm joined by @Cozylito, aka Buttermilk Jesus, to play some draft comparison trivia. Great insight from Buttermilk and a very fun time. Shoutout to @haydenmgray for his cameo at the end. Thank to all who came out!3807falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-55-roko-prkacin-a-little-bit-of-everything-all-of-the-time-w-brycehendrick14--45706607
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45706607Thu, 15 Jul 2021 11:43:49 +0000Chucking DartsBryce Hendricks, @UpsideSwings co-host and all around great person, rejoins the podcast to rejoice in reviewing Roko Prkacin. Roko is a top 10 prospect on both of our boards (though not many others'), and so we tackle what makes the relentless,...
Enjoy!]]>4999falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-54-nba-finals-check-in-plus-the-2021-draft-s-second-lottery--45679768https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45679768Tue, 13 Jul 2021 12:54:05 +0000Chucking DartsI hit on the classic-in-the-making Finals and why I still believe it's going 7 games, and then dive into picks 25-50 on my Board. This is the deepest draft ever, and this range is why. Enjoy!5448falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-53-offensive-phenoms-jalen-green-and-alperen-sengun-with-sean-derenthal--45637343
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45637343Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:51:45 +0000Chucking DartsSean Derenthal (@OdetoOden), head of the Stepien website and the Stepien NBA Draft podcast, joins to break down two of the best offensive prospects in the draft. We chat about how their very different brands of success might translate, and the...
Enjoy!]]>6144falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-52-chucking-darts-nba-finals-preview--45589984
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45589984Tue, 06 Jul 2021 03:36:36 +0000Chucking DartsIt's all in the title. Predicting the redemptive Finals we deserve after an injury filled playoffs. Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>3412falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-51-valley-boy-summer-playoff-lessons-and-trade-rumors--45563243https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45563243Sat, 03 Jul 2021 15:20:26 +0000Chucking DartsI go solo celebrating the Suns and examining the narratives surrounding their run and Chris Paul's career. I hit on a couple lessons the playoffs have retaught me regarding draft analysis, and then hit on the situations in Portland and Philadelphia...4811falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-50-2021-first-round-steals-with-cj-marchesani--45493467https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45493467Tue, 29 Jun 2021 13:48:04 +0000Chucking DartsFor my 50th episode, I am honored to be joined by @cjmarchesani, of the Stepien and rollcallsportsnet.com, to go in on no less than 6 prospects that he believes will be steals within the first round. And only one of them will be drafted in the...6723falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-49-lottery-reaction-room-on-halftime-app--45410684https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45410684Wed, 23 Jun 2021 12:44:59 +0000Chucking DartsI react to last night's Draft lottery with my first room on Halftime. We talk Pistons, Warriors, draft and trade philosophy, and lottery prospects, both younger asnd league ready. Enjoy!4152falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-48-mock-draft-with-whichcarolina-pt-2--45385138https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45385138Mon, 21 Jun 2021 13:33:35 +0000Chucking DartsPart 2 of the first round mock draft with Lee Branscome, aka @WhichCarolina. The lottery dropped last week, thi sis the rest of round 1. Enjoy!6393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-47-it-s-always-something-in-philadelphia--45354783
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45354783Fri, 18 Jun 2021 12:59:04 +0000Chucking DartsWith a franchise-defining game 6 on the horizon, I go headfirst into Hawks-Sixers with my buddy, and King Hooper Xs and Os expert, Dario Speedwagon. We discuss how this series, wild even by this year's standards, has gotten to here, and what to expect...
Enjoy!]]>4847falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-46-mock-draft-part-1-lottery-with-which-carolina--45324023https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45324023Wed, 16 Jun 2021 12:27:18 +0000Chucking DartsWith the lotto around the corner, I dip my toes into the content tsunami of mock drafts. First ever guest Lee Branscome of the @WhichCarolina podcast makes his triumphant return as we simulate the lottery and go for it. The lotto took...awhile, so...6421falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-45-donovan-mitchell-is-must-see-tv--45275565https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45275565Sat, 12 Jun 2021 18:42:31 +0000Chucking DartsI go moderately deep on my favorite second round playoff series, Jazz-Clippers. I give Xs and Os, a new prediction, and an extended appreciation of Donovan Mitchell, a star the NBA is slow to realize they have on their hands. Come for the analysis,...2863falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-44-dart-check-with-bryce-hendricks-kai-jones-and-vrenz-bleijenbergh--45229595https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45229595Wed, 09 Jun 2021 13:33:46 +0000Chucking DartsYour guy and mine, Bryce Hendricks, aka @BryceHendrick14, joins to try and place two giant, skilled forwards in the upcoming 2021 draft. How do a 6'11 ultra athlete like Kai Jones and 6'11 ballhandler like Vrenz Bleijenbergh both typify where the...5309falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-43-bleacher-report-s-jake-fischer-on-built-to-lose-how-the-nba-s-tanking-era-changed-the-league-forever--45204182https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45204182Mon, 07 Jun 2021 18:43:45 +0000Chucking DartsBleacher Report's Jake Fischer, aka @jakelfischer, stops by to talk about his new book, an inside look on the 2013, 2014, and 2015 NBA drafts, and how the debate on "tanking" continues to shape and change the league. A wonderful discussion on the the...3127falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-42-2021-draft-dart-board-lottery-level-prospects--45150087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45150087Thu, 03 Jun 2021 13:14:14 +0000Chucking DartsIn the deepest NBA draft year ever, I empty my brain on the prospects that I have ranked as "lottery worthy," meaning those that *could* merit a top 14 selection. I have 24. I probably could have gone to 40. This draft is the future of the NBA and...5497falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-41-the-ballad-of-jayson-tatum-game-5-look-aheads--45120235https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45120235Tue, 01 Jun 2021 11:15:43 +0000Chucking DartsI take a pause from the Xs and Os of the playoffs to examine Jayson Tatum, a superstar in plain sight with 90 points in his last two games, and attempt to place his first 4 eventful years in Boston in historical context. I'm joined by my friend Greg...5477falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-40-dart-check-with-mavsdraft-big-guards-james-bouknight-joel-ayayi-david-johnson--45047345
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45047345Wed, 26 May 2021 12:06:30 +0000Chucking Darts40 episodes in, and Chucking Darts gets back to its roots with a prospect episode with the incredible Richard Stayman, aka @MavsDraft. Richard has been chucking since he literally learned to read, and has worked his way into becoming a professional...
Enjoy!]]>3793falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-39-rapid-fire-playoff-game-1-reactions-i-ve-seen-enough--45001597https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45001597Mon, 24 May 2021 12:22:14 +0000Chucking DartsI hit on a very fun first weekend of the NBA playoffs, inclduing what game 1 surprises hold trends that should persist throughout the series. "I've seen enough!"...these games are good.2608falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-38-chucking-darts-nba-podcast-play-in-recap-and-playoff-preview--44969770https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44969770Sat, 22 May 2021 14:01:16 +0000Chucking DartsOn the heels of a fantastic play in finale between the Grizzlies and Warriors, I pay my respects to both clubs, defend the baby Grizz, and move on to my thoughts on the first round series and the playoffs as a whole. Enjoy!5224falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-37-all-rookie-teams-and-dart-awards-with-mark-schindler--44872015https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44872015Mon, 17 May 2021 14:22:22 +0000Chucking DartsCelebration time! I am joined by pro's pro Mark Schindler, aka @mschindlerNBA, to celebrate the 2020 rookie class in style. We go through our (4) All Rookie teams and give out as much love to this memorable class as we possibly can. So much, in fact,...6029falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-36-the-death-of-3-and-d-with-pd-web--44790232
Follow PD and enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44790232Thu, 13 May 2021 12:00:43 +0000Chucking DartsPD Web, aka @abovethebreak3, is changing the face and language of NBA scouting, one innovative report at a time. He joins me to help eulogize the misnomer of the '3 and D' forward, a player that every NBA team thinks they want but very few can...
Follow PD and enjoy!]]>4880falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-35-dart-check-and-prospectpod-reunion-with-alex-brown-and-ethan-piechota-josh-christopher-marcus-bagley-ziaire-williams--44771028https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44771028Wed, 12 May 2021 13:04:48 +0000Chucking DartsI break out my first 3 person episode with a doozy: I host a bonus episode of the @ProspectPod, for my money the best draft podcast of last year's cycle. Alex Brown (@ahbanalytics) of Advance Pro Basketball and Ethan Piechota (@ethanpiechota) join to...5145falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-34-dart-check-hyperathletic-defensive-anchors-with-draftpow-usman-garuba-isaiah-jackson-ariel-hukporti-and-ibou-badji--44641795
Today I am joined by the most underrated voice on Draft Twitter, @DraftPow, to discuss the most underrated prospect archetype, hyperathletic defensive bigs. We talk on Usman Garuba, Isaiah Jackson, Ariel Hukporti, and Ibou Badji, players who can make the difference between winning or losing a championship if they develop the right way. Don't be caught in the dark, catch up on these guys and enjoy this one!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44641795Wed, 05 May 2021 12:08:44 +0000Chucking DartsRudy Gobert went 27th. Clint Capela went 25th. Giannis (!!) went 15th. Who will be next? Today I am joined by the most underrated voice on Draft Twitter, @DraftPow, to discuss the most underrated prospect archetype, hyperathletic defensive bigs. We...
Today I am joined by the most underrated voice on Draft Twitter, @DraftPow, to discuss the most underrated prospect archetype, hyperathletic defensive bigs. We talk on Usman Garuba, Isaiah Jackson, Ariel Hukporti, and Ibou Badji, players who can make the difference between winning or losing a championship if they develop the right way. Don't be caught in the dark, catch up on these guys and enjoy this one!]]>5987falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-33-west-contender-phoenix-suns-valley-boy-spring--44614588
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44614588Mon, 03 May 2021 20:58:10 +0000Chucking DartsI continue my look at the contenders in the wide open Western Conference with the Phoenix Suns, everyone's favorite team to congratulate and politely write off. Will Valley Boy SPring become Valley Boy Summer? Enjoy!
Enjoy!]]>3325falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-32-chucking-darts-nba-podcast-dallas-mavericks-maximum-effort--44430077
Respect all NBA players from Wurzburg, Germany. Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44430077Thu, 22 Apr 2021 01:22:46 +0000Chucking DartsAfter 31 for the dartheads, it's 1 for me. Today one of my best friends and original supporters, @thefutureprez, to chop it up about his flailing Dallas Mavericks. We break down their rollercoaster season, and discuss why certain simple but not...
Respect all NBA players from Wurzburg, Germany. Enjoy!]]>4072falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-31-chucking-darts-rookie-roundup-kira-lewis-jr-desmond-bane-isaiah-stewart--44395607https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44395607Mon, 19 Apr 2021 17:42:41 +0000Chucking DartsToday I check in on three rookies that have gone somewhat under the radar nationally, but have impressed me tremendously: Kira Lewis Jr., Desmond Bane, and Isaiah Stewart. I take Ws on the first two, and L (for love) on the latter, and allow myself to...3859falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chucking-darts-nba-podcast-ep-30-dart-check-flamethrowers-with-derek-murray-chris-duarte-tre-mann-trey-murphy-iii--44303294https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44303294Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:22:56 +0000Chucking DartsI'm thrilled to be joined by draft machine and future GM Derek Murray, aka @dmurrayNBA to talk some flamethrowing prospects who have rocketed up boards from fringe draft consideration to first round looks: Chris Duarte Tre Mann, and Trey Murphy III....3778falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-29-chucking-darts-720-bulls-with-evan-zaucha--44139542https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44139542Thu, 01 Apr 2021 02:51:50 +0000Chucking DartsToday I'm joined by the exceptionally talented and gracious Evan Zaucha, aka @EZ_Hoops of Premium Hoops and Sense and Scalability! We go around the world twice for his favorite team, the Chicago Bulls. We talk their new construction with Nikola...3444falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-28-chucking-darts-trade-deadline-dartacular--44062512
PS I like the Bulls.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44062512Fri, 26 Mar 2021 14:17:22 +0000Chucking DartsI chuck my dart onto the cluttered board of Trade Deadline Reactions. Because why not? Enjoy! PS I like the Bulls.
PS I like the Bulls.]]>3499falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-dart-check-with-draftdeeper-s-nate-grubel-jared-butler-davion-mitchell-cam-thomas-sharife-cooper--44032957
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44032957Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:28:30 +0000Chucking DartsI'm lucky enough to be joined by Nate Grubel, co-founder of Draft Deeper, a public scouting service run as professionally as any you'll find. We go over and compare 4 guards likely to go in the first round in 2021: the two possibly leading Baylor to...
Enjoy!]]>6577falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-shooting-talk-with-mike-gribanov--43955623
Enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43955623Fri, 19 Mar 2021 00:16:09 +0000Chucking DartsI am lucky enough to be joined by Mike Gribanov, who for years has been one of the most innovative and insightful draft analysts anywhere. We talk about two prospects on higher seeded teams - Max Abmas on Oral Roberts and Bones Hyland on VCU - who are...
Enjoy!]]>2873falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-25-march-madness-dartaganza--43936905https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43936905Wed, 17 Mar 2021 18:13:43 +0000Chucking DartsI ring in March Madness with some bracket picks and a focus on 3 legitimate NBA prospects who I think could carry their lower seeded teams to the Final Four: James Bouknight of Uconn, Tre Mann of Florida, and Matt Mitchell of San Diego St. Enjoy!3477falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-dart-check-with-stacy-patton-scottie-barnes-jalen-johnson-corey-kispert-franz-wagner--43886277
WARNING - Poku. Discretion advised.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43886277Sun, 14 Mar 2021 22:33:49 +0000Chucking DartsThe CDU (Chucking Darts Universe) expands once more as I am joined by Stacy Patton, aka @StacyPatton89, of the Strickland! Stacy, a member of the foremost website and podcast covering the New York Knickerbockers, and I discuss his article breaking...
WARNING - Poku. Discretion advised.]]>5324falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-utah-vs-everybody--43859346https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43859346Fri, 12 Mar 2021 16:42:05 +0000Chucking DartsGreetings, dartheads! On this ep I go deep on the best team from the season's first half, the Utah Jazz. I give my thoughts on what makes them so successful, the narrative and biases surrounding their success, and how both their play style and those...3027falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-evan-mobley-dependent-dragon--43673475https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43673475Sun, 28 Feb 2021 15:01:38 +0000Chucking DartsI continue my look at top prospects in the 2021 NBA Draft with Evan Mobley, seven foot savant out of USC. I discuss Mobley's game in light of other "dependent" stars (dragons?!) whose ranks he hopes to join: Jaren Jackson Jr., Anthony Davis, and...3876falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-dart-check-with-whichcarolina--43561483https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43561483Sat, 20 Feb 2021 20:09:57 +0000Chucking DartsThe CDU (Chucking Darts Universe) expands with its first ever guest, Lee Branscome aka @WhichCarolina! Lee is one of the sharpest draft evaluators out there (he was ahead of everyone on Immanuel Quickley and Payton Pritchard), and we go deep on two...4159falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chucking-darts-nba-podcast-episode-21-the-cade-conundrum--43486746https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43486746Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:40:05 +0000Chucking DartsChucking Darts returns with a look at presumptive no. 1 overall 2021 draft pick Cade Cunningham. The scouting community widely believes him to be among the very best prospects since Lebron came out. To test that hypothesis, I put Cade and his season...3464falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-chucking-darts-rookie-extravaganza--43080221
Rookies I hit in this one: Wiseman, Edwards, Lamelo, Williams, Okoro, Haliburton, Maxey, Vassell, Bane, Pritchard, Cole, X Tillman, and more!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43080221Sat, 23 Jan 2021 15:31:52 +0000Chucking DartsI return to my first love, the 2020 NBA draftees! Join me as I go round the league to touch on 10+ rookies making an impact. Could've gone another 2 hours and another 10 prospects. RESPECT THE 2020 DRAFT!! Rookies I hit in this one: Wiseman, Edwards,...
Rookies I hit in this one: Wiseman, Edwards, Lamelo, Williams, Okoro, Haliburton, Maxey, Vassell, Bane, Pritchard, Cole, X Tillman, and more!]]>5553falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-one-trade-to-rule-them-all--43028530https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43028530Wed, 20 Jan 2021 16:26:39 +0000Chucking DartsI take a look at the James Harden megatrade, and why I think it was the rare 4 team trade that will benefit all four teams. Very fun to go through and talk about. Enjoy!3506falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-darts-and-d-ark-arts-i-ve-seen-enough--42859920
1:50 Indiana Pacers

24:15 Toronto Raptors

37:00 New York Knicks

48:50 Cleveland Cavaliers

1:02:20 Atlanta Hawks]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42859920Sat, 09 Jan 2021 17:56:13 +0000Chucking DartsDarts and D(ark) Arts! I break down early season trends that I believe are real or the product of some mystical madness fot he Pacers, Raptors, Knicks, Cavs, and Hawks...with a dash of I'VE SEEN ENOUGH! Enjoy! 1:50 Indiana Pacers 24:15 Toronto...
1:50 Indiana Pacers

24:15 Toronto Raptors

37:00 New York Knicks

48:50 Cleveland Cavaliers

1:02:20 Atlanta Hawks]]>4613falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chucking-darts-ep-16-rookie-roundup-radio-show-on-locker-room--42813228
2:00 Immanuel Quickley

22:30 Payton Pritchard

39:20 Lamelo Ball

49:05 James Wiseman

1:02:00 Desmond Bane]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42813228Wed, 06 Jan 2021 14:16:29 +0000Chucking DartsWeek 2 of the Chucking Darts Rookie Roundup! Hosted on the Locker Room app, I talk Immanuel Quickley, Payton Pritchard, Lamelo Ball, James Wiseman, Desmond Bane, and more. Enjoy, and check out Locker Room if you want to interact one week! 2:00...
2:00 Immanuel Quickley

22:30 Payton Pritchard

39:20 Lamelo Ball

49:05 James Wiseman

1:02:00 Desmond Bane]]>4910falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-chucking-darts-nba-rookie-roundup--42734289
3:30 Tyrese Haliburton

14:55 Patrick Williams

25:20 Anthony Edwards

33:30 Lamelo Ball

41:15 Deni Avdija

45:55 Cole Anthony

54:10 Payton Pritchard]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42734289Thu, 31 Dec 2020 11:14:51 +0000Chucking DartsRespect the 2020 draft! In what I hope is a weekly series, I take a look at 7 rookies from the supposedly terrible, horrible, no good, very bad 2020 draft class and give them their much deserved love. Haliburton mania, Pat Williams flowers, Lamelo...
3:30 Tyrese Haliburton

14:55 Patrick Williams

25:20 Anthony Edwards

33:30 Lamelo Ball

41:15 Deni Avdija

45:55 Cole Anthony

54:10 Payton Pritchard]]>4013falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-chucking-darts-nba-podcast-predicting-all-three-2021-all-nba-teams-leaguewide-darts-and-i-ve-seen-enough--42668670
2:55 Specific darts for all 30 teams

12:40 I've Seen Enough!

40:30 All NBA predictions]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42668670Sat, 26 Dec 2020 15:54:37 +0000Chucking DartsI go through my predictions for end of year 2021 All NBA First, Second, and Third Teams, along with providing a quick summary of darts I have for all 30 teams. Plus, a new segment called "I've Seen Enough!" where I proudly declare unimpeachable truths...
2:55 Specific darts for all 30 teams

12:40 I've Seen Enough!

40:30 All NBA predictions]]>4309falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-chucking-darts-2021-nba-regular-season-preview--42605998https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42605998Tue, 22 Dec 2020 04:44:41 +0000Chucking DartsQuick reactions to the rookie extensions, then I chuck darts at every team's regular season record and seed using offensive and defense ranking projections. Plus, picks for MVP and the 2021 NBA champs. Hold me to these predictions, for I prophesied...5208falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chucking-darts-episode-12-ranking-all-30-nba-offenses-for-the-2021-season--42544152https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42544152Thu, 17 Dec 2020 23:56:00 +0000Chucking DartsI rank every team's offense 1-30 for this coming year. I go a little insane with the realization of how many good offenses are in the NBA. But I had a great time recording. Enjoy!5118falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-chucking-darts-at-first-and-second-nba-all-rookie-teams--42460988https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42460988Sun, 13 Dec 2020 09:17:55 +0000Chucking DartsI go through my predictions for First and Second All Rookie teams (posted on twitter before preseason tipped off), go through some of my very early impressions of how the draft class has looked, and strenuously defend this maligned group of lovable,...3971falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-chucking-darts-nba-season-preview-jazz-blazers-raptors--42429024
1:45 Utah Jazz
27:50 Portland Trail Blazers
44:10 Toronto Raptors]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42429024Fri, 11 Dec 2020 07:00:11 +0000Chucking DartsToday's preview reaches three more teams that provide constant NBA joy. The Jazz, Blazers, and Raptors are as cohesive, well-constructed, and exciting as they come. I pick one to produce a first team All Defensive player, one to produce a top 3 MVP...
1:45 Utah Jazz
27:50 Portland Trail Blazers
44:10 Toronto Raptors]]>4218falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chucking-darts-episode-9-wall-westbrook-trade-and-offseason-review-season-preview-miami-heat-denver-nuggets-dallas-mavericks--42323792
1:35 Westbrook-Wall trade

19:50 Mavs/Heat/Nuggs intro

23:40 Miami Heat

39:10 Denver Nuggets

58:30 Dallas Mavericks]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42323792Fri, 04 Dec 2020 23:32:31 +0000Chucking DartsReviewing and previewing the Heat, Mavs, and Nuggs. Plus, my reactions to the Westbrook/Wall trade, and its ripples in Atlanta and the James Harden trade rumor multiverse. Enjoy! 1:35 Westbrook-Wall trade 19:50 Mavs/Heat/Nuggs intro 23:40 Miami...
1:35 Westbrook-Wall trade

19:50 Mavs/Heat/Nuggs intro

23:40 Miami Heat

39:10 Denver Nuggets

58:30 Dallas Mavericks]]>4862falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-chucking-darts-season-preview-atlanta-hawks-phoenix-suns-golden-state-warriors--42234404
Also some deserved flowers and a (very) modest proposal for Draft Twitter about the upcoming 2021 class. Enjoy!

18:00 Hawks

49:15 Suns

1:12:30 Warriors]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42234404Mon, 30 Nov 2020 06:27:44 +0000Chucking DartsOffseason Review/Season Preview: Hawks/Suns/Warriors. I look at the offseason and upcoming prospects of each of these hopeful, dart-chucking teams. Trust their process if you dare, but respect the darts! Also some deserved flowers and a (very) modest...
Also some deserved flowers and a (very) modest proposal for Draft Twitter about the upcoming 2021 class. Enjoy!

18:00 Hawks

49:15 Suns

1:12:30 Warriors]]>5658falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-chucking-darts-post-nba-draft-big-board--42135918https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42135918Tue, 24 Nov 2020 08:09:30 +0000Chucking DartsPost 2020 Draft Prospect check in: Which teams helped their prospects the most? In this episode, I look at which prospects have the best possible situations given their talents to succeed quickly in the NBA. Includes an overview of my big (Dart)...5915falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-chucking-darts-nba-draft-recap--42071052
I grouped teams for various reasons, so please see time stamps below. Rate, subscribe, follow. Thank you!

13:35- Wolves/Hornets
26:10- Bulls/Cavs
29:50- Kings/Pistons/Wizards
47:00- Hawks/Spurs
51:21- Warriors/Knicks
58:45- Suns/Bucks/Lakers/Blazers
1:10:30- Nets/Clippers
1:18:00- Pelicans/Thunder
1:29:13- Sixers/Mavs
1:38:25- Celtics/Jazz/Pacers
1:50:30- Heat/Magic
1:56:35- Grizzlies/Raptors/Nuggets
2:03:40- Rockets]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42071052Fri, 20 Nov 2020 08:19:48 +0000Chucking DartsMonster NBA Draft recap, with 2 hours of impressions and grades of every team and (just about) every pick and undrafted free agent. Enjoy! I grouped teams for various reasons, so please see time stamps below. Rate, subscribe, follow. Thank you!...
I grouped teams for various reasons, so please see time stamps below. Rate, subscribe, follow. Thank you!

13:35- Wolves/Hornets
26:10- Bulls/Cavs
29:50- Kings/Pistons/Wizards
47:00- Hawks/Spurs
51:21- Warriors/Knicks
58:45- Suns/Bucks/Lakers/Blazers
1:10:30- Nets/Clippers
1:18:00- Pelicans/Thunder
1:29:13- Sixers/Mavs
1:38:25- Celtics/Jazz/Pacers
1:50:30- Heat/Magic
1:56:35- Grizzlies/Raptors/Nuggets
2:03:40- Rockets]]>7800falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-chucking-darts-nba-mock-draft--42032648
26:25 for start of the mock draft]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42032648Wed, 18 Nov 2020 06:06:45 +0000Chucking DartsFirst Annual Chucking Darts Mock Draft/Mock Dartf! Includes predicted trades, primarily two in the top 10. Also includes some initial reaction to Jrue Holiday/Robert Covington/Chris Paul trades. Enjoy! 26:25 for start of the mock draft
26:25 for start of the mock draft]]>7236falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chucking-darts-ep-4-potential-nba-starters-in-the-2020-draft-pt-2--41995328https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41995328Mon, 16 Nov 2020 06:23:40 +0000Chucking DartsThe second half of my impressions of players I think have a relatively clear path to consistent NBA minutes and at least a decent chance of becoming starters. Nineteen (?!) players covered in this podcast. Favorite darts in this section include Jalen...8127falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chucking-darts-episode-3-potential-nba-starters-in-the-2020-draft-pt-1--41972050https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41972050Sat, 14 Nov 2020 09:02:29 +0000Chucking DartsChucking Darts, episode 3! I look at the real strength of the 2020 draft, which is potential NBA starters. This is a two part episode, encompassing tiers two and three on my draft board. Part 1 looks at Kira Lewis Jr., Mason Jones, RJ Hampton, Onyeka...6542falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chucking-darts-nba-episode-2-2020-draft-star-prospects-pt-2-patrick-williams-isaac-okoro-aleksej-pokusevksi--41850637https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41850637Sat, 07 Nov 2020 22:00:36 +0000Chucking DartsChucking Darts NBA, Episode 2! I go through the remainder of my Tier 1 2020 NBA Draft prospects, the ones who I believe have the most star power: two very strong, very smart wings in Patrick Williams and Isaac Okoro, and an utterly fascinating...4646falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chucking-darts-nba-podcast-episode-one-introduction-nba-stars-and-the-draft-and-lamelo-edwards-hayes--41753813https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41753813Mon, 02 Nov 2020 08:14:52 +0000Chucking DartsWelcome to Chucking Darts NBA! An NBA podcast of debatable accuracy. I, an adult person named Chuck, talk about why I love the NBA draft, how really smart NBA teams do less smart things when it comes to the draft, provide some historical context on...5097falsefull