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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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65:53

The Latest on Paul George and Reacting to the Opening...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/07/01

0:00 Cold open: LeBron willing to take a pay cut for certain players6:29 Paul George latest13:55 James Harden back to the Clippers20:22 Klay Thompson leaving the Warriors32:14 Chris Paul to the Spurs38:57 KCP to Orlando48:10 Murray-Pelicans trade54:48 Veteran lighting round, featuring Andre Drummond and Kevin Love57:40 Young player lighting round, featuring Patrick Williams, Cade Cunningham, and Max Christie______________________________________________________________Use code JUSTBASKETBALL when

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73:32

Evaluating the Knicks’ Title Contender Status and NBA...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/28

Earlier this week, the Knicks made an aggressive move in trading for Mikal Bridges. So are they on the Celtics’ level now?On a new episode of the Just Basketball show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen start by getting into the Knicks’ trade for Bridges and if it puts them on the Celtics’ level in the Eastern Conference. Then, they look at the Blazers giving up two picks for Deni Avdija and the Wizards draft moves before evaluating the Wolves’ move to trade up for Rob Dillingham. Then, Zach Cohen

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76:27

Our Reverse NBA Mock Draft: Players Pick Their Teams...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/26

The NBA Draft is here, so it’s time to look at the best prospects based on fit alone.Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg go pick by pick through a Reverse NBA Mock Draft in which players pick their teams. If prospects wanted the best situation for their careers, what would they pick? Hear why Alex Sarr would pick the Sacramento Kings, why Donovan Clingan would want to end up on the Memphis Grizzlies, and more.0:00 Favorite NBA Draft memories5:00 Reverse NBA Mock Draft8:08 Zacharie Risacher12:03 Alex

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74:42

Our Most Interesting Teams Of the NBA Offseason:...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/24

Which NBA teams have the most at stake this offseason?Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg draft the teams they have their eyes on most this summer, from Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors making one last push to Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans leaping into contention, to the Milwaukee Bucks salvaging Giannis Antetokounmpo’s prime. Plus, will the Houston Rockets be a surprise wildcard again? What are the Utah Jazz doing? And more.0:00 Intro feat best NBA coach hire5:23 Pelicans

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72:34

Thunder Nab Alex Caruso, Lakers Finally Hire JJ...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/21

The Oklahoma City Thunder made an aggressive trade on Thursday in getting Alex Caruso from the Bulls. So how much does Caruso help the Thunder?On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning start by talking about the latest on Paul George’s free agency before looking at the Alex Caruso-Josh Giddey swap, why the Bulls did this deal, and how it helps the Thunder. Then, they look at who has more to lose between JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers now that the Lakers have

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63:25

Free Agency Matchmaking for Klay Thompson, Paul...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/19

Let’s match NBA stars with their next team.On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Wes Goldberg and Chris Manning play free agency matchmaker for three of the biggest names in the rumor mill: Klay Thompson, Paul George, and Brandon Ingram. Plus. they react live to Monty Williams being fired by the Pistons and Pascal Siakam intending to re-sign with the Pacers.Then, to end the show, they turn their attention to the Charlotte Hornets and preview their offseason.0:00 Cold open: What was the best

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63:25

Free Agency Matchmaking for Klay Thompson, Paul...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/19

Let’s match NBA stars with their next team.On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Wes Goldberg and Chris Manning play free agency matchmaker for three of the biggest names in the rumor mill: Klay Thompson, Paul George, and Brandon Ingram. Plus. they react live to Monty Williams being fired by the Pistons and Pascal Siakam intending to re-sign with the Pacers.Then, to end the show, they turn their attention to the Charlotte Hornets and preview their offseason.0:00 Cold open: What was the best

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58:27

What the Boston Celtics NBA Championship Means Plus...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/18

The Boston Celtics are NBA champions, Jaylen Brown is Finals MVP and Jayson Tatum is vindicated once and for all…right?Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg celebrate Boston’s title run, break down why they beat the Dallas Mavericks, and discuss what it means in the broader NBA context. What are the big moves that set the Celtics up to win? Is Brad Stevens an even better team builder than Danny Ainge? And did we talk too much about Boston’s offensive math and not enough about their defensive math?Then, a

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64:07

Mavericks Stave Off Elimination, Aces Check-In, And...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/15

The Mavericks are still alive in the NBA Finals.On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning dive into Game 4 of the NBA Finals, where the Mavericks won and extended the series at least one more game by landing the first punch early, and Luka Doncic playing his best game of the series. Then, they look at the Las Vegas Aces’ season so far, how Chelsea Gray’s return could help them, and how they factor into the NBA’s title race. Finally, they preview a pivotal

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68:29

How Boston Took Control Of the NBA Finals Plus the...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/13

The Boston Celtics are one win away from winning the NBA championship after a 106-99 win over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 3.Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg recap Boston’s win despite Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving combining for 62 points and look at why the Celtics were underrated going into the series. Then, a look at reporting around Isaiah Hartenstein and the New York Knicks in free agency and how high the top free agent center’s price could go. To close, are the San Antonio Spurs really looking to

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61:35

The Celtics Go Up 2-0 and How the Mavericks Can Get...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/10

The Celtics are up 2-0 in the NBA Finals - so is there still hope for the Mavericks?On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Wes Goldberg and Chris Manning discuss Game 2 of the NBA Finals, the series MVP so far, Jayson Tatum’s play, Luka Doncic making a few sloppy mistakes, and more. Then, they look at the ways the Mavericks could get back in the series, including Kyrie Irving getting into a rhythm and getting more from the likes of P.J. Washington and Derrick Jones Jr.Then, to end the show,

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71:37

NBA Finals Game 1 Overreactions Plus a Los Angeles...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/07

Jaylen Brown for NBA Finals MVP? Kyrie Irving worst game of the Dallas Mavericks postseason?Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg bring their biggest overreactions to Game 1 of the NBA Finals before reacting to the Los Angeles Lakers likely hiring Dan Hurley over JJ Redick. Then, a full preview of the Lakers’ offseason including LeBron James’ future, D’Angelo Russell, and our Top 5 Lakers Offseason Targets.0:00 Intro feat Finals hype meter4:08 NBA Finals Game 1 Overreactions36:43 Lakers hire Dan

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85:28

What’s Going Wrong With the Fever, NBA Finals Roster...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/05

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever have had a rough start to the season — so what’s gone wrong?On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning start by discussing the Fever’s poor start, what’s gone wrong, their heavy schedule, Clark’s WNBA career so far, and more. Then, they look at how the Celtics and Mavericks rosters and what lessons their rosters can teach the rest of the league before looking ahead to the Wizards’ offseason and then talk about the best NBA Draft

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81:09

2024 NBA Finals Preview: Luka Doncic’s Moment,...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/06/03

The NBA Finals are here.On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Wes Goldberg, Brendon Kleen, and Chris Manning preview the 2024 NBA Finals by examining if the Celtics can win a series where Luka Doncic averages 35-plus, the return of Kristaps Porzingis, what Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown will look like in their second go around, if the pressure on Tatum to deliver is justified and more. Plus: best bets and series predictions. To wrap up the show, the guys start previewing the offseason for

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65:49

Luka Doncic Leads the Mavericks to the NBA Finals and...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/31

These are officially the playoffs of Luka Doncic.On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg talk through the Mavericks’ Game 5 (and series win) over Anthony Edwards on the Timberwolves, how these playoffs have been about Luka ascending to one of the best handful of players alive, and what if would have looked like for him and the teams that could have drafted Luka to have drafted Luka. Then, they looked at what’s next for the Wolves after an incredible season — the

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69:46

Wolves Take Game 4 in Dallas, Pacers Offseason...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/29

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves extended the Western Conference Finals with a road win over Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks.Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg break down a tight Game 4 and how Karl-Anthony Towns came alive before previewing the Indiana Pacers offseason, starting with a max contract for Pascal Siakam.Then, Zach Cohen of RealGM joins the show to discuss the top prospects in the NBA Draft and who the Atlanta Hawks should take with the No. 1 overall pick.0:00 Intro feat

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64:46

Luka Doncic Leads Dallas to 3-0 Lead, Celtics in...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/27

Led by Luka Doncic, the Dallas Mavericks are one win away from the NBA Finals. On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen look at the Mavericks’ Game 3 win over the Wolves, how Dallas got up 3-0, the power of Luka and Kyrie Irving, why the Wolves’ adjustments, were not enough, Derrick Lively’s injury and more. Then, they turn to the Celtics’ 3-0 lead over the Pacers in that series, what this series says about Indiana’s future, Jrue Holiday’s role, and Kristaps

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57:38

Drafting the Players Who Have Defined The NBA Playoffs

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/24

Let’s talk about Anthony Edwards, Nikola Jokic, and the other players who have defined the NBA Playoffs. On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg open the slow by giving their take on who the Cavs should hire to replace the just-fired J.B. Bickerstaff. Then, they draft their respective teams of players of players who have defined the playoffs so far. The only rules: Only two star-level players per team, each team drafts a start five and sixth-man, and both teams

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71:37

Celtics Steal Game 1 From Pacers Plus Nuggets, Knicks...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/22

Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics escaped with a Game 1 win at home over the Indiana Pacers to kick off the Eastern Conference Finals.Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg react to Boston’s comeback victory before looking ahead to the offseason. Will the Denver Nuggets trade Michael Porter Jr. to retool around Nikola Jokic? Do the New York Knicks need a major move like Karl-Anthony Towns? What can the Oklahoma City Thunder do to get closer to an NBA championship?0:00 Intro4:30 Pacers-Celtics

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69:42

Wolves Knock Off Nuggets, Mavs Dispatch Thunder, and...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/20

The Timberwolves did it — they knocked off the defending champion Nuggets in Game 7. On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen start the slow by looking at the Timberwolves’ franchise-defining Game 7 comeback win, how they did despite a quiet night from Anthony Edwards, and how Mon depth won out vs. the Nuggets’. Then, they look at Luka Doncic and the Mavericks advancing past the Thunder and do a quick Western Conference Finals preview. To wrap up the show, they

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