Locked On NBA – Daily Podcast On The National Basketball Association

Adrian Wojnarowski announced his retirement from NBA breaking news coverage today and he changed the game.

Nick Angstadt (Locked On Mavs)  and Swipa (Locked On Nuggets) discuss the monumental impact of Adrian Wojnarowski, who is stepping away from his role at ESPN. Known for his "Woj bombs," Wojnarowski revolutionized NBA reporting with his speed and accuracy, becoming a central figure in the league's media landscape. The conversation delves into Woj's decision to leave, his future role at St. Bonaventure, and the potential successors like Shams Charania and Chris Haynes. The hosts also explore the implications of...

As we get closer to the NBA season one of the biggest topics will be who wins NBA MVP. Is it too early to declare Luka Doncic the favorite? What about Nikola Jokic or Shai Gilgeous-Alexander? Where does Jayson Tatum fit in? Jake Madison ( @LockedOnPelicans ) and John Karalis ( @LockedOnCeltics ) debate. Plus, how do you evaluate head coaches? And they play Real or Fake: The NBA will eventually add a 4-point line.

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Jackson Gatlin (@Locked On Rockets) is joined by is joined by Wes Goldberg (@Locked On Heat) to discuss the Golden State Warriors reported interest in Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler, what a trade package would have to look like, why Miami isn't budging yet, should the Heat be looking into a “soft reset” and more.

Then, Sean Woodley (@Locked On Raptors) to talk about expectations for the Toronto Raptors coming off a 25-win season, why it's a make or break season for RJ Barrett, how Scottie Barnes needs to evolve his game next, why Gradey Dick is pois...

Could the Lakers' Next Big Move Be Jonas Valanciunas? The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly eyeing Jonas Valanciunas to bolster their frontcourt before the trade deadline. This episode dives into the potential impact of this trade on the Lakers' strategy and performance in the NBA.

Wes Goldberg and Adam Mares also revisit past NBA GM survey predictions, reflecting on the Clippers' missed 2020 championship and Zion Williamson's anticipated rise, and then try to make their own predictions for this season.

0:00 Intro

0:06 Lakers' Strategic Challenges and Opportunities

1:19 NBA's Evolving Play Style

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Are the Sacramento Kings the 10th best team in the NBA's Western Conference? Can DeMar DeRozan push De'Aaron Fox & Domantas Sabonis to another level?

In this episode of Locked On NBA,  Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit, Locked On Mavs) & PatTheDesigner (@PatTheDeisgner, Locked On Bulls) dive into the current state of the Sacramento Kings, questioning whether they truly deserve their 10th seed ranking in the Western Conference. They discuss the impact of potential roster changes, including the addition of DeMar DeRozan, and analyze the Kings' defensive struggles. The episode also features a heartfelt farewell to PatTheDesigner, who is st...

The Denver Nuggets are betting on Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray keeping them title contenders after they gave Murray a max extension. Jake Madison ( @LockedOnPelicans ) and John Karalis ( @LockedOnCeltics ) debate if it's a risky or the correct move. Plus, Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzula went on Locked On Celtics and said some INSANE things about next year's title defense. And Real or Fake: If Tare Young was taller he'd be the best player in the league.

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Jackson Gatlin (@Locked On Rockets) is joined by Joe Mullinax (@Locked On Grizzlies) to discuss why the Memphis Grizzlies are being slept on ahead of the 2024-25 season, how significant the injury is the GG Jackson, why Zach Edey has a strong case for Rookie of the Year, what a successful return for Ja Morant looks like and more.

Then, Danny Cunningham (@Locked On Cavs) talks about how the Cleveland Cavaliers can close the gap in the East with teams like the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks despite no major roster moves this offseason, how Kenny...

In this episode of Locked on NBA, Wes Goldberg and Hayes from Locked on Bulls analyze top NBA contenders based on FanDuel's latest odds. They discuss the Boston Celtics' center concerns, the Oklahoma City Thunder's additions and shooting issues, and the Denver Nuggets' offseason moves. The Philadelphia 76ers' frontcourt size, the New York Knicks' depth, and the Dallas Mavericks' roster decisions are also examined, concluding with insights on the Minnesota Timberwolves and Milwaukee Bucks' aging roster.

0:00 Intro

1:00 Evaluating NBA Contenders

4:25 Porzingis' Impact on Team Dynamics

7:57 Denver Nuggets' Offseason Challenges

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