https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basketball-fiends--5356275enSportsCopyright Our Esquinahttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6a960db8cbf32ad2b33736519d0b72d6.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/basketball-fiends--5356275Thu, 07 Nov 2024 17:41:16 +0000Our EsquinaOur Esquinamanuelgomez@ouresquina.comThe Basketball Fiends is a half-hour podcast on all things NBA and the game of basketball. Every week, Jesus and Alex discuss the hottest NBA topics, with some off-court topics here and there. And when the duo isn’t debating, they’ll interview...cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finals-recap-curry-s-legacy-nba-draft-goodbyes--50371010https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50371010Sun, 26 Jun 2022 19:54:17 +0000Our EsquinaIn the final Basketball Fiends episode, Jesus and Alex recap the NBA Finals and discuss Steph Curry's NBA legacy. Next, the duo discusses the top picks of the 2022 NBA Draft. And finally, the hosts say their final goodbyes.2475clean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/quin-snyder-hornets-coach-vacancy-steph-s-finals-legacy-game-3-recap--50139323https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50139323Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:28:06 +0000Our EsquinaIn this week's episode, Jesus and Alex talk about Quin Snyder's exit from the Jazz, and who's the better coach for the Charlotte Hornets, Mike D'Antoni, or Kenny Atkison? Plus, the duo discusses Steph Curry's NBA Finals Legacy and recaps Game 3.2169clean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conference-finals-recap-darvin-ham-nba-finals-game-1--50050334https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50050334Fri, 03 Jun 2022 13:56:15 +0000Our EsquinaThe NBA Finals are underway! This week, Jesus and Alex recap the Conference Finals and discuss Darvin Ham’s potential as LA Lakers head coach. Next, they break down the Boston Celtics Game 1 NBA Finals victory. Finally, the duo delivers some news on...1880clean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/celtics-vs-heat-mavericks-vs-warriors-all-nba-rookie-teams-nba-draft-lottery--49878975https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49878975Fri, 20 May 2022 16:46:22 +0000Our EsquinaThis week, Jesus and Alex breakdown the blowouts in the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat series and the Dallas Mavericks versus the Golden State Warriors. Then, did the NBA get the All-NBA Rookie Teams selections correct? Finally, the NBA Draft Lottery.1863clean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/buck-vs-celtics-grizzlies-vs-warriors-mvp-coach-of-the-year--49786994https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49786994Fri, 13 May 2022 15:44:55 +0000Our EsquinaIn this week’s episode, Jesus and Alex look ahead to Game 6 between the Milwaukee Bucks and Boston Celtics, and Game 6 between the Memphis Grizzlies and Golden State Warriors. Then, the duo talks about Nikola Jokic’s second MVP and Phoenix Sun’s Head...1917clean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breaking-down-each-nba-playoff-series-semifinals--49689697https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49689697Fri, 06 May 2022 13:34:11 +0000Our EsquinaJesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera are back. The duo spends this episode breaking down each playoff series. Is the Miami Heat vs. Philadelphia 76ers series over? Will the Phoenix Suns close out the Dallas Mavericks? Can the Boston Celtics overcome...1865nba,playoffclean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/defensive-player-of-the-year-celtics-and-nets-booker-and-middleton-injured-crying-jordan-meme--49515291https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49515291Fri, 22 Apr 2022 12:03:34 +0000Our EsquinaThis week on the podcast, Jesus Acevedo Jr. is joined by special guest co-host Bryson Jones. The two discuss the Defensive Player of the Year award (2:46), then break down the Boston Celtics' 2-0 lead over the Brooklyn Nets (6:43). Next, how do Devin...2131clean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/timberwolves-celebration-the-play-in-tournament-ap-2010-all-decade-team-bill-simmons--49443511https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49443511Fri, 15 Apr 2022 11:54:07 +0000Our EsquinaThe guys are back after a one-week layoff. This week, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera questioned if the Timberwolves over celebrated and then recap the play-in tournament. Next, the duo discusses AP’s 2010 All-Decade Team. And finally, Bill...2005nba,timberwolvesclean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/march-madness-pg-13-returns-canada-vaccine-mandate-aaron-bynes--49280651https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49280651Fri, 01 Apr 2022 12:39:16 +0000Our EsquinaMarch Madness is here! Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera look ahead to the Men's and Women's Final Four games. Then, what does Paul George's return mean to the Clippers? What impact will Canada's vaccine mandate have in the Eastern Conference...2280clean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/march-madness-steph-curry-out-scoring-title-race-kyrie-simmons--49184829https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49184829Thu, 24 Mar 2022 13:59:31 +0000Our EsquinaIn this episode, Jesus and Alex go off the rails in the best way possible. The duo recaps the first rounds of March Madness, then they discuss Steph Curry's season-ending injury. Is LeBron James going to lead the league in scoring? Finally, Kyrie...2171clean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gregg-popovich-timberwolves-rising-march-madness--49103316https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49103316Fri, 18 Mar 2022 10:54:18 +0000Our EsquinaIt's the 50th Basketball Fiends episode! This week, Jesus and Alex praise Gregg Popovich for becoming the winningest coach in NBA history (1:55), then delve into the Minnesota Timberwolves' surge in the standings (8:35). Plus, what's behind the rise...1829clean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/76ers-dynamic-duo-kevin-durant-is-back-the-lakers-debacle--48947904https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48947904Fri, 04 Mar 2022 12:33:01 +0000Our EsquinaThis week on the Basketball Fiends, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera review the James Harden and Joel Embiid pairing (4:05) and Kevin Durant's return to the court (10:30). Plus, how far can the Boston Celtics go this season (15:59)? Finally, can...199076ers,boston,celtics,embiid,harden,james,joel,lakers,nba,philadelphia,sixersclean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-second-half-juwan-howard-reactions-kemba-walker--48869101https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48869101Fri, 25 Feb 2022 11:23:24 +0000Our EsquinaThis week on the Basketball Fiends podcast, Alex Aguilera and Jesus Acevedo look ahead to the start of the second half of the NBA season (2:24) and make a bold prediction (10:15). Next, the duo discusses Juwan Howard's suspension (20:55) and Kemba...1959kemba,knicks,nba,walkerclean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/first-half-of-the-season-adam-silver-chicago-bulls-resurgence-zion-williamson--48782404https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48782404Fri, 18 Feb 2022 11:42:20 +0000Our EsquinaNBA All-Star Weekend is here! Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera look back on a couple of surprises from the first half of the season (1:28). Next, the duo discusses the NBA commissioner's comments regarding New York City's vaccine mandate and Kyrie...2161nbaclean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2022-nba-trade-deadline--48687125https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48687125Fri, 11 Feb 2022 12:32:49 +0000Our EsquinaFor the first time in 2022, the dynamic duo is back! Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera start season 2 of the Basketball Fiends breaking down all the 2022 NBA trade deadline deals and how they shake up the NBA landscape.2358nbaclean2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/streaking-phoenix-suns-houston-rockets-john-wall-damarcus-cousins-milwaukee-bucks-michael-porter-jr-back-surgery--48226219https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/streaking-phoenix-suns-houston-rockets-john-wall-damarcus-cousins-milwaukee-bucks-michael-porter-jr-back-surgeryFri, 03 Dec 2021 13:20:00 +0000Our EsquinaAfter a one-week layoff, the Basketball Fiends are back! Jesus Acevedo Jr. welcomes Bryson Jones as a special guest host. The duo discusses the Phoenix Suns' 18-game winning streak (4:05) and the possibility of John Wall returning to action with the...2328cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/illinois-basketball-bulls-continue-to-impress-steph-and-warriors-staples-center--48226223https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/illinois-basketball-bulls-continue-to-impress-steph-and-warriors-staples-centerFri, 19 Nov 2021 11:46:00 +0000Our EsquinaThe Basketball Fiends welcome returning special guest Gavin Good as they discuss Illinois basketball (1:30). Then, they talk about the Chicago Bulls early success this season (8:05). Next, they talk about the red hot Golden State Warriors led by...2147cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nikola-jokic-markieff-morris-new-nba-rules-atlanta-hawks-struggle-washington-wizards-rolling--48226220Then, how have the new NBA rules affected players and the league (13:38)? Finally, will the Atlanta Hawks find their groove (19:53), and can the Washington Wizards continue their hot start to the season (26:03)?]]>https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/nikola-jokic-markieff-morris-new-nba-rules-atlanta-hawks-struggle-washington-wizards-rollingFri, 12 Nov 2021 14:06:00 +0000Our EsquinaThe Basketball Fiends Alex Aguilera and Jesus Acevedo Jr. share their thoughts on Nikola Jokic’s dirty play and how much Markieff Morris’s foul played a role in it (5:29). Then, how have the new NBA rules affected players and the league (13:38)?...Then, how have the new NBA rules affected players and the league (13:38)? Finally, will the Atlanta Hawks find their groove (19:53), and can the Washington Wizards continue their hot start to the season (26:03)?]]>2167cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/miami-heat-sizzling-boston-celtics-struggling-scottie-pippen-robert-sarver--48226222Scottie Pippen has a book coming out and the all-time great had some harsh words to say about Michael Jordan (18:40). Finally, the guys talk about ESPN’s article detailing Phoenix Suns owner Rober Sarver’s racist and misogynist acts during his tenure (26:21).]]>https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/miami-heat-sizzling-boston-celtics-struggling-scottie-pippen-robert-sarverFri, 05 Nov 2021 11:13:00 +0000Our EsquinaAlex Aguilera and Jesus Acevedo Jr. discuss the Heat’s hot start to the season and how Kyle Lowry’s recent injury could impact them (5:04). Then, what’s wrong with the Boston Celtics? The fiends discuss if they’ll turn it around (12:30). Scottie...Scottie Pippen has a book coming out and the all-time great had some harsh words to say about Michael Jordan (18:40). Finally, the guys talk about ESPN’s article detailing Phoenix Suns owner Rober Sarver’s racist and misogynist acts during his tenure (26:21).]]>2143cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chicago-bulls-ny-knicks-hot-start-ja-morant-levels-up-zion-williamson-on-the-sidelines--48226221https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/chicago-bulls-ny-knicks-hot-start-ja-morant-levels-up-zion-williamson-on-the-sidelinesFri, 29 Oct 2021 15:22:00 +0000Our EsquinaJesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera are back for the 41st episode of The Basketball Fiends. This week, the duo discusses the Chicago Bulls (2:52) and New York Knicks (9:28) hot start to the season. Then, heap praise on Ja Morant's early-season showing...1915cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wnba-finals-recap-deandre-ayton-nba-top-75-players-fiends-top-10-players--48226218https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/wnba-finals-recap-deandre-ayton-nba-top-75-players-fiends39-top-10-playersFri, 22 Oct 2021 11:24:00 +0000Our EsquinaIn this week's episode, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera talk about the Chicago Sky's first WNBA Championship (3:51), then discuss the Phoenix Suns opting not to offer DeAndre Ayton an extension (11:43). Next, the duo examines the NBA's 75th...2130cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wnba-finals-nba-2021-22-predictions-champion-mvp-hot-take--48226225https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/wnba-finals-nba-2021-22-predictions-champion-mvp-hot-takeFri, 15 Oct 2021 11:25:00 +0000Our EsquinaThis week, the Basketball Fiends recap Game 2 of the WNBA Finals and look ahead to Game 3 (3:46). Then, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera predict this season's NBA Champion (12:52) and NBA MVP (19:11). Finally, they each give a hot take for the...2383cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kyrie-irving-nets-gm-survey-gasol-retires-nba-vets-insurance-fraud--48226216Plus, with Pau Gasol retiring, where does he rank all-time among international NBA players (14:35). Finally, the duo talks about the 18 NBA veterans who defrauded the league's Players' Health and Welfare Benefit Plan for $3.9 million (20:40).]]>https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/kyrie-irving-nets-gm-survey-gasol-retires-nba-vets-insurance-fraudFri, 08 Oct 2021 13:56:00 +0000Our EsquinaThe NBA preseason is underway, which means the season is just around the corner. This week, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera discuss Kyrie Irving possibly missing 41 home games this season (3:05), the NBA's GM survey and who they picked to win the...Plus, with Pau Gasol retiring, where does he rank all-time among international NBA players (14:35). Finally, the duo talks about the 18 NBA veterans who defrauded the league's Players' Health and Welfare Benefit Plan for $3.9 million (20:40).]]>1831cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/like-mike-white-men-can-t-jump-he-got-game-coach-carter--48226215https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/like-mike-white-men-can39t-jump-he-got-game-coach-carterFri, 01 Oct 2021 16:55:00 +0000Our EsquinaWhat's your favorite basketball movie? In this week's episode, Jesus Acevedo Jr., Alex Aguilera, and guests Gavin Good and Michael Carrell talk about their favorite basketball films. Gavin talks about Like Mike's impact on his childhood (1:52)....2138cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nba-what-ifs-featuring-eric-torres-and-mackey-torres--48226217What if Tyson Chandler's trade to OKC doesn't get rescinded (1:40)? Does a healthy 2009 Houston Rockets team make a run to the NBA Finals (12:16)? Would Len Bias have extended the Boston Celtics dominance in the Eastern Conference (19:47)? Finally, would Steph Curry being drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves change the franchise's trajectory (27:33)?]]>https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/nba-what-ifs-featuring-eric-torres-and-mackey-torresFri, 24 Sep 2021 11:54:00 +0000Our EsquinaIn this week's episode, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera welcome two guests. Astrology guru Eric Torres join us and Houston Rockets reporter for Tab Deportes Mackey Torres join to discuss some of the NBA What Ifs and how they changed the NBA...What if Tyson Chandler's trade to OKC doesn't get rescinded (1:40)? Does a healthy 2009 Houston Rockets team make a run to the NBA Finals (12:16)? Would Len Bias have extended the Boston Celtics dominance in the Eastern Conference (19:47)? Finally, would Steph Curry being drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves change the franchise's trajectory (27:33)?]]>2327cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fiba-rules-goaltending-bring-back-hand-checking-add-a-4th-referee-add-a-four-point-line--48226233https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/fiba-rules-goaltending-bring-back-hand-checking-add-a-4th-referee-add-a-four-point-lineFri, 17 Sep 2021 11:59:00 +0000Our EsquinaThe Basketball Fiends got another special episode this week. Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera welcome Zak Noble and Roosh Williams of Ball is Life's Noble and Roosh Show to discuss new rules they'd like to see implemented. Should the NBA add FIBA's...2623cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nba-astrology-featuring-eric-torres--48226230First, he sees how compatible Jesus and Alex are as hosts (1:49). Then, he breaks down the Michael Jordan-led Chicago Bulls (10:02), and Hakeem Olajuwon and the Houston Rockets championship years (14:54).
Finally, they look at the recent NBA dynasties (21:10) and dynamic duos (30:30) and how astrology plays a part in it]]>https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/nba-astrology-featuring-eric-torresFri, 10 Sep 2021 15:01:00 +0000Our EsquinaJesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera have a special Basketball Fiends episode today. The guys invited Eric Torres, a self-taught Astrology guru, to break down how Astrology plays a part in NBA teams. First, he sees how compatible Jesus and Alex are as...First, he sees how compatible Jesus and Alex are as hosts (1:49). Then, he breaks down the Michael Jordan-led Chicago Bulls (10:02), and Hakeem Olajuwon and the Houston Rockets championship years (14:54).
Finally, they look at the recent NBA dynasties (21:10) and dynamic duos (30:30) and how astrology plays a part in it]]>2333cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grizzlies-retire-jerseys-ben-simmons-wants-out-player-movements-espn-s-wnba-franchise-rankings--48226228https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/grizzlies-retire-jerseys-ben-simmons-wants-out-player-movements-espn39s-wnba-franchise-rankingsFri, 03 Sep 2021 13:40:00 +0000Our EsquinaAfter a one-week break, the fiends are back in session. Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera address the Grizzlies' retiring jerseys from their Grit & Grind era (2:10) and Ben Simmon's request to leave the 76ers (8:12). Plus, the duo recap the recent...2165cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nba-opening-week-draymon-green-and-kd-talk-melo-could-have-been-a-piston--48226227Then, the duo recap Draymond Green's interview with Kevin Durant (9:37) and Carmelo Anthony's appearance on the 'All The Smoke' show (15:42).
Finally, they break down the Twitter beef between the fan bases of the Detroit Pistons' and Houston Rockets after Jalen Green bashed the Motor City (23:07).]]>https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/nba-opening-week-draymon-green-and-kd-talk-melo-could-have-been-a-pistonFri, 20 Aug 2021 13:49:00 +0000Our EsquinaThe NBA released the opening week and Christmas schedules, so Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera picked their matchups to watch (3:10). Then, the duo recap Draymond Green's interview with Kevin Durant (9:37) and Carmelo Anthony's appearance on the...Then, the duo recap Draymond Green's interview with Kevin Durant (9:37) and Carmelo Anthony's appearance on the 'All The Smoke' show (15:42).
Finally, they break down the Twitter beef between the fan bases of the Detroit Pistons' and Houston Rockets after Jalen Green bashed the Motor City (23:07).]]>2057cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nba-offseason-summer-league-basketball-olympics-recap--48226226https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/nba-offseason-summer-league-basketball-olympics-recapFri, 13 Aug 2021 11:19:00 +0000Our EsquinaThe Basketball Fiends are back after a one-week break. In this week's episode, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera recap a wild NBA offseason, (2:04) including notable free-agent signings (12:30). Then, the duo gives their two cents on the NBA's...2343cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-nba-draft-episode-the-season-continues--48226224First off, no pun intended the talk about surprises so far in the draft (3:25). Next, the fiends discuss winners of the draft (8:34). Then they get into losers or questionable choices in the draft (14:00). Lastly, the guys talk about trades that went down (23:14). ]]>https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/the-nba-draft-episode-the-season-continuesFri, 30 Jul 2021 12:28:00 +0000Our EsquinaThe NBA season is a wrap! Not just yet as Jesus and Alex break down the first round of the 2021 NBA draft. First off, no pun intended the talk about surprises so far in the draft (3:25). Next, the fiends discuss winners of the draft (8:34). Then they...First off, no pun intended the talk about surprises so far in the draft (3:25). Next, the fiends discuss winners of the draft (8:34). Then they get into losers or questionable choices in the draft (14:00). Lastly, the guys talk about trades that went down (23:14). ]]>2221cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-milwaukee-bucks-episode-cp3-and-the-phoenix-suns--48226229https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/the-milwaukee-bucks-episode-cp3-and-the-phoenix-sunsFri, 23 Jul 2021 13:37:00 +0000Our EsquinaThe Milwaukee Bucks are the 2020-21 NBA Champions! Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera recap the Bucks' first title in 50 years (2:29), Giannis Antetokounmpo's historic Game 6 performance (8:03), and the Bucks' stellar supporting cast (13:20)....2161cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-nba-finals-are-knotted-up--48226239 
The Basketball Fiends recap the Milwaukee Bucks game four victory over the Phoenix Suns (3:17). Next, the guys discuss USA Men's basketball and their struggles heading into the Olympics (9:40). 
 
Then the Fiends talk about Kawhi Leonard's injury and its impact on the Los Angeles Clippers (16:04). To wrap things up, Jesus and Alex talk about the cover athletes for NBA 2K22 (22:09). ]]>https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/the-nba-finals-are-knotted-upFri, 16 Jul 2021 12:09:00 +0000Our EsquinaThe Finals are tied up at 2-2!   The Basketball Fiends recap the Milwaukee Bucks game four victory over the Phoenix Suns (3:17). Next, the guys discuss USA Men's basketball and their struggles heading into the Olympics (9:40).    Then the Fiends talk... 
The Basketball Fiends recap the Milwaukee Bucks game four victory over the Phoenix Suns (3:17). Next, the guys discuss USA Men's basketball and their struggles heading into the Olympics (9:40). 
 
Then the Fiends talk about Kawhi Leonard's injury and its impact on the Los Angeles Clippers (16:04). To wrap things up, Jesus and Alex talk about the cover athletes for NBA 2K22 (22:09). ]]>2051cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nba-finals-game-2-finals-x-factor-torrey-craig-atlanta-hawks-conference-finals-run--48226235https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/nba-finals-game-2-finals-x-factor-torrey-craig-atlanta-hawks-conference-finals-runFri, 09 Jul 2021 13:24:00 +0000Our EsquinaThe NBA Finals are in full swing which means an NBA Finals-heavy episode. Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera recap Game 2 (2:32), then pick their X-factor for the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks (9:09). Plus, what particular position does Suns'...2216cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/suns-finals-run-clippers-wcf-run-giannis-trae-injuries-coaching-carousel--48226236Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera discuss the Phoenix Suns' Finals run (3:12) the Clippers’ Western Conference Finals' trip (9:20).
Next, the guys break down the impact of Giannis’ and Trae Young’s injuries (20:10). Lastly, the Fiends run through the ongoing coaching carousel happening in the NBA (26:19).]]>https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/suns-finals-run-clippers-wcf-run-giannis-trae-injuries-coaching-carouselFri, 02 Jul 2021 14:14:00 +0000Our EsquinaThe NBA Finals are almost here! Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera discuss the Phoenix Suns' Finals run (3:12) the Clippers’ Western Conference Finals' trip (9:20). Next, the guys break down the impact of Giannis’ and Trae Young’s injuries (20:10)....Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera discuss the Phoenix Suns' Finals run (3:12) the Clippers’ Western Conference Finals' trip (9:20).
Next, the guys break down the impact of Giannis’ and Trae Young’s injuries (20:10). Lastly, the Fiends run through the ongoing coaching carousel happening in the NBA (26:19).]]>2317cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nba-ratings-hawks-vs-bucks-nets-sixers-jazz-draft-lottery--48226232 
Finally, the duo breakdown the Draft Lottery (25:59).  ]]>https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/nba-ratings-hawks-vs-bucks-nets-sixers-jazz-draft-lottery-2Fri, 25 Jun 2021 15:58:00 +0000Our EsquinaHe's back! Jesus Acevedo Jr. returns from his one-week absence to join Alex Aguilera to talk about the high NBA ratings (4:16). Then, they look ahead to Game 2 between the Atlanta Hawks and Milwaukee Bucks (10:00) and go over what went wrong for the... 
Finally, the duo breakdown the Draft Lottery (25:59).  ]]>2121cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kawhi-leonard-injury-chris-paul-out-lamelo-ball-wins-rookie-of-the-year-nba-coaching-changes--48226240https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/kawhi-leonard-injury-chris-paul-out-lamelo-ball-wins-rookie-of-the-year-nba-coaching-changesFri, 18 Jun 2021 11:38:00 +0000Our EsquinaThis week Alex Aguilera and special guest Manny Gomez (Bodega Baseball) talk about a wild NBA week. First, the guys talk about the impact of Kawhi Leonard's injury for the Clippers (3:04). Next, they discuss Chris Paul being out indefinitely due to...2387cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/award-winners-coaching-vacancies-suns-vs-nuggets-hawks-vs-76ers--48226237Next, we make sense of the open coaching vacancies (10:09).
Finally, we review the Phoenix Suns 2-0 lead over the Denver Nuggets (16:55) and the Atlanta Hawks vs. Philadelphia 76ers (23:36). ]]>https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/award-winners-coaching-vacancies-suns-vs-nuggets-hawks-vs-76ersFri, 11 Jun 2021 11:26:00 +0000Our EsquinaThis week, we discuss Nikola Jokic winning the NBA MVP, Rudy Gobert nabbing his third Defensive Player of the Year, and Tom Thibodeau being named Coach of the Year (1:33). Next, we make sense of the open coaching vacancies (10:09). Finally, we review...Next, we make sense of the open coaching vacancies (10:09).
Finally, we review the Phoenix Suns 2-0 lead over the Denver Nuggets (16:55) and the Atlanta Hawks vs. Philadelphia 76ers (23:36). ]]>2051cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/knicks-v-hawks-recap-jazz-v-grizzlies-recap-celtics-shakeup-bucks-v-nets-preview--48226234https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/knicks-v-hawks-recap-jazz-v-grizzlies-recap-celtics-shakeup-bucks-v-nets-previewFri, 04 Jun 2021 09:08:00 +0000Our EsquinaBack for another episode, this week Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera recap the Hawks' victory over the Knicks in five games (2:13) and the Grizzlies' promising future despite their ouster by the Utah Jazz (7:55). Plus, what's going on in...2001cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nba-playoffs-first-round-surprises-fans-crossing-the-line-in-season-trounament--48226238https://basketball-fiends.castos.com/podcasts/19267/episodes/nba-playoffs-first-round-surprises-fans-crossing-the-line-in-season-trounamentFri, 28 May 2021 10:44:00 +0000Our EsquinaThe playoffs are underway! Jesus and Alex talk about their first-round surprises (2:05). Next, the guys discuss fans' bad behavior in their return to arenas (10:53). The Fiends also talk about the idea of an In-Season tournament in the NBA’s future...2102cleanfull