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The Just Basketball Show

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen cover the latest trends, thrills and debates across the NBA and the basketball world. They bring perspective as both lifelong hoops junkies and credentialed reporters to bring fans insight into the latest in basketball.

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82:12

Nuggets Ruin Boston’s Home Perfection Plus 5 Burning...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/01/22

The Denver Nuggets capped off a great week of NBA basketball beating the Celtics in Boston, while WNBA free agency kicks off on Sunday. Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the Nuggets looking unstoppable once again and answer five burning questions for WNBA free agency. Also, a look at Caitlin Clark losing to Ohio State, the future of Bronny James in the NBA, and Waving the Flag focusing on the Orlando Magic losing to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday. 0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Deandre

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74:09

Pascal Siakam Joins the Indiana Pacers and Joel...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/01/18

It was a busy 24 hours in the NBA as Pascal Siakam was traded to the Indiana Pacers and Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers beat Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets in a battle of MVPs.Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down Siakam’s interesting fit in Indiana and the Pacers pushing their chips in. Then, a look at how Embiid dismantled the Denver defense and why the Nuggets looked off. To close, it’s time for Waving the Flag featuring a breakdown of where Markelle Fultz fits for the Orlando

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79:05

Making the Case for Every Seller At the NBA Trade...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/01/15

Teams around the NBA like the Brooklyn Nets, Utah Jazz and Charlotte Hornets may not see themselves as sellers at the NBA trade deadline… but they should. Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning make the case for all the potential sellers ahead of the deadline and then play matchmaker for players like Nicolas Claxton, Collin Sexton, Terry Rozier and Malcolm Brogdon. 0:00 Intro Cold Open feat Caitlin Clark 5:00 Warriors trading Wiggins? 22:25 Nets as Sellers 33:35 Jazz as Sellers 39:43 Pistons as

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70:23

The Bucks Awaken, Kawhi Leonard Re-Signs and Victor...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/01/12

The Milwaukee Bucks destroyed the Boston Celtics on national TV to even the score at the top of the East. Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen dig into what we can learn from the lopsided game before discussing Victor Wembanyama’s triple-double, Kawhi Leonard extending with the Los Angeles Clippers and Elena Delle Done potentially being on the move in the WNBA. Then, it’s time for Waving the Flag and a deep dive on Paolo Banchero’s season as well as whether the Sacramento Kings are stuck or not. 0:00

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80:57

Are the 76ers, Warriors, Heat and Mavs One Trade Away...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/01/10

It’s NBA trade deadline season with very few clear-cut contenders. So how can Joel Embiid, Luka Doncic, Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler get closer to championship contention? Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen debate which teams are one trade away and who they should target. Then, a First Time All-Star Draft featuring Tyrese Maxey, Jalen Brunson, Alperen Sengun and more. But first, a look at the Ja Morant injury and where the Memphis Grizzlies go from here. 0:00 Intro Cold Open Question 8:14 Grizzlies

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79:33

Ranking Every Player Who Could Be Traded At the NBA...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/01/05

From Donovan Mitchell to Draymond Green, this NBA trade deadline figures to be another big one in a wide open championship race. Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen rank each player who could plausibly be on the move at the deadline, which also includes difference makers like Lauri Markkanen, Jerami Grant, Dejounte Murray and more. Plus, what is the best fit for each player? 0:00 Intro 4:52 Salute to Ricky Rubio 13:10 Deadline table setter 29:45 Trade deadline player

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84:09

Our NBA Championship Tiers After 30 Games

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/01/03

Who can dethrone the Denver Nuggets to win the 2024 NBA championship, and who is falling toward the NBA Draft lottery? Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the upstart OKC Thunder, the Minnesota Timberwolves falling down to earth, the rise of De'Aaron Fox and what it means for the Sacramento Kings, whether Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero could both be All-Stars for the Orlando Magic, the prospects of the Cleveland Cavaliers trading Donovan Mitchell, and more. But first, quick reactions to

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80:12

What Mattered in the NBA & WNBA In 2023 Plus What...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/12/29

From Nikola Jokic to A’ja Wilson to Caitlin Clark to Jimmy Butler, the NBA and WNBA gave us a ton to love in 2023 plus some lows. Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning look back on the year that was in basketball plus make predictions about what 2024 might hold for Joel Embiid, the Golden State Warriors, G League Ignite, and the Paris Olympics. 0:00 Intro Cold Open 4:43 Pascal Siakam Slop 14:45 2023 Look Back 52:41 2024 Look Ahead ______________________________________________________________ Use code

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71:57

Five Pressing Questions Coming Off a Big NBA...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/12/27

The Boston Celtics bring their A-game, the Phoenix Suns shrink, and the NBA hierarchy comes into focus after a big NBA Christmas Day. Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen go through a big question from each game including what the Jaime Jaquez Jr. breakout means for the Miami Heat and how the New York Knicks can improve their roster with a trade. 0:00 Intro Cold Open 4:12 Boston vs the Field? 20:58 Did Miami win the Dame trade? 31:40 Time to panic in Phoenix? 43:53 Is Steve Kerr right about

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63:53

The Detroit Pistons Fall and Ja Morant Rises

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/12/22

On the same night Ja Morant lifted the Memphis Grizzlies to another strong win in his return to the NBA, the Detroit Pistons slumped to a 25th straight loss against half of the Utah Jazz. Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down both games and both teams, starting with what we can learn from Cade Cunningham and Detroit breaking down mid-rebuild. Then, a look at what Morant’s return shows us big picture about the Grizzlies and the league, plus what Memphis can realistically achieve the rest of the

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79:50

Are the Denver Nuggets Still the Favorites In the...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/12/20

Are the Denver Nuggets still the favorites to represent the Western Conference in the NBA Finals, or will challengers like the Phoenix Suns, Minnesota Timberwolves or Oklahoma City Thunder dethrone Nikola Jokic and Co.? Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen are joined by Wes Goldberg to pick their West MVP (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?), best team, most disappointing team (Golden State?), and more. But first, the trio digs into all their favorite landing places for Utah Jazz All-Star Lauri Markkanen. 0:00

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95:43

Re-Grading the NBA Offseason Plus How the Orlando...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/12/13

From Austin Reaves and the Los Angeles Lakers depth to Fred VanVleet going to Houston to the Phoenix Suns cutting bait with Deandre Ayton, it’s time to re-grade the NBA offseason. Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning revisit each big move of the NBA summer. Then, Steve Ceruti of The Ringer joins to sing the gospel of the Orlando Magic and discuss how far Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs can go this season or whether Orlando needs a trade. 0:00 Intro Cold Open 5:54 Slop of the Week feat

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67:17

Indiana Fever Win the WNBA Draft Lottery and the Los...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/12/11

Caitlin Clark could be headed to the Indiana Fever…or not? Plus Anthony Davis and LeBron James lead the Los Angeles Lakers to the inaugural NBA Cup title in Las Vegas. Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down the ripple effects of Indiana winning the WNBA Draft Lottery and what Caitlin Clark might do in the spring. Then, a look at how LA stifled Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers to win the In-Season Tournament. 0:00 Cold Open 3:53 WNBA Lottery 25:38 NBA Cup reaction 50:35 IST

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61:28

NBA Cup Final Preview: Tyrese Haliburton Lovefest,...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/12/08

The Los Angeles Lakers and Indiana Pacers will face off in the NBA Cup Final as LeBron James aims to fend off Tyrese Haliburton to hoist another trophy. Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen break down how the Lakers and Pacers got here as well as whether Bobby Portis is right about the Milwaukee Bucks offense and whether it's time for a change around Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans. 0:00 Intro 3:41 Pacers-Bucks takeaways 28:30 Lakers-Pelicans takeaways 42:45 NBA Cup Final

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71:00

Full NBA Cup Semifinals Preview Plus Our 5 Favorite...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/12/07

Can the Indiana Pacers upset the Milwaukee Bucks? Can LeBron James continue his incredible vintage season and beat Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans? Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen preview the NBA Cup semifinals and discuss the Phoenix Suns getting screwed by the refs. Then, it’s time for Waving the Flag including what happens to the Orlando Magic when Wendell Carter Jr. gets back and our five favorite Sacramento Kings trades. 0:00 Intro 1:40 NBA Cup semis preview 45:50 Waving the

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80:41

What’s Wrong With The Warriors? And Taking Stock Of...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/11/30

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen open up the episode by looking at Mark Cuban selling the Mavericks and the Warriors’ recent struggles and concerns about Andrew Wiggins and Klay Thompson. Then, they are joined by Brad Rowland from Locked on Hawks and DIME on Uproxx to discuss the state of the Eastern Conference by looking at who the best team in the conference is, the MVP of the conference so far this season, the team they are most high on, their most disappointing team and make a wild prediction

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69:35

The Orlando Magic Are For Real, a New Boston Celtics...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/11/28

Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen jump around the NBA looking at the Jaylen Brown-Kristaps Porzingis tandem in Boston, the Indiana Pacers defense, patience with the New Orleans Pelicans, the development of Jabari Smith Jr. and Jalen Green in Houston, and more. Then, it’s time for Waving the Flag in which we break down the Orlando Magic’s six-game win streak and how the defense and rotation are fleshing out, plus the Sacramento Kings and their structure moving forward. 0:00 Intro 2:18 To Think That I

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63:49

Our Basketball Thanksgiving Plus the 5 Most...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/11/22

It’s time for Basketball Thanksgiving, doling out praise for Anthony Edwards, LeBron James, Caitlin Clark, the Utah Jazz and more. But first, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen go through the 5 most interesting stats of the NBA season so far starring the Oklahoma City Thunder, Golden State Warriors, Max Strus, Dillon Brook and Mitchell Robinson. 0:00 Intro 2:41 Basketball Beckham 11:20 Five Stats 27:52 Basketball Thanksgiving ______________________________________________________________ Use code

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94:15

Our NBA Championship Tiers After One Month

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/11/20

We power rank the NBA from top to bottom while zooming in on the rising Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Indiana Pacers and Atlanta Hawks as well as questions around the Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors and Chicago Bulls. Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning then jump into this week for the Orlando Magic and Sacramento Kings in their weekly Waving the Flag segment. 0:00 Intro 1:31 Lakers slop 7:28 NBA title tiers 1:01:22 Waving the Flag feat ORL &

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82:08

Zach LaVine's Trade Market, NBA Takes We'd Like Back...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2023/11/15

Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning begin the show by talking about the Bulls and Zach LaVine seemingly moving towards a breakup and what teams would makes sense for LaVine. Then, they talk through different NBA takes - including the Cavs continuing to be good, being lukewarm on Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Williams hype - they'd look back before being joined by The Ringer's Rob Mahoney to play a round of NBA speed dating, talk about his recent Tyrese Haliburton story, what Haliburton has

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