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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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All Episodes

63:55

Timberwolves Force Game 7 In Denver, Building Around...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/17

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves forced a Game 7 vs. Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets as the NBA playoffs roll on.Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg dive into the Wolves rediscovering their form and Jamal Murray’s ugly night. Then, it’s time to trade takes on Mavs-Thunder, Donovan Mitchell trade options, Caitlin Clark and Victor Wembanyama similarities, and the historical precedent of Jayson Tatum.0:00 Intro feat Minnesota crowd4:00 Nuggets-Wolves reaction21:00 Respecting

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70:47

Nikola Jokic’s Masterclass, the Lakers’ Coaching...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/15

The Denver Nuggets took a 3-2 series lead behind Nikola Jokic’s masterclass performance. Are they destined to advance? On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wed Goldberg open the show by looking at Nikola Jokic’s 40-point. zero turnover Game 5 and how the Nuggets struck back against the Wolves. Then, they bounce around to talk about Knicks-Pacers, why the Hawks shouldn’t trade Trae Young after getting the No. 1 overall pick, the Celtics not facing adversity, Caitlin Clark’s

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97:12

Nuggets Respond, Hawks Get the No. 1 Pick, and 2024...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/13

The Denver Nuggets evened up their series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. So where does that series stand now?On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning start by analyzing the Nuggets’ Game 4 over the Timberwolves, how Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray are dictating the series, Anthony Edwards is still going off on more. Then, they look at the Hawks winning the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery and several of the league’s worst teams dropping down, Donovan Mitchell’s current

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74:47

Mavs Respond To OKC, Frank Vogel Out In Phoenix &...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/10

Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks evened their series in OKC as the NBA playoffs roll on.Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg break down the Mavs’ big win over the Thunder before reacting to Frank Vogel being fired by the Phoenix Suns. To close the show, a closer look at Nikola Jokic facing his biggest NBA postseason test and why the Minnesota Timberwolves have posed such a challenge to the Denver Nuggets so far.0:00 Intro question feat. Shaq & Jokic4:30 Mavs-Thunder reaction28:00 Frank Vogel

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74:49

The Wolves Go Up 2-0, the Thunder Take Game 1 and Is...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/08

The Timberwolves, led by Anthony Edwards are up 2-0 on the defending champion Denver Nuggets. Are they the new favorites to win it all?On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Wes Goldberg and Chris Manning start by discussing the Wolves’ Game 2 win over the Nugges and their control of the series, the Knicks’ Game 1 win over the Pacers; and Pat Riley’s recent comments about Jimmy Butler and what it means for the future of the Heat. Then, they look at the Celtics’ easy win over the Cavs and the

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63:11

The Wolves Strike First and Previewing...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/06

Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves took Game 1 against Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets. So what does it tell us about the rest of the series?On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning start by looking at the Lakers’ coaching search and the Cavs beating the Magic in Game 7. Then, they look at five things that defined Game 1 of Nuggets-Wolves by looking at Edwards’ big night, the different looks the Wolves threw at Jamal Murray, Rudy Gobert’s impact, and more. Then,

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80:49

What Comes Next for the Bucks, Heat, and Pelicans?

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/03

The Bucks, Heat, and Pelicans were all eliminated from the NBA Playoffs this week — so what now? On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Brendon Kleen and Chris Manning start by looking at the Knicks beating the 76ers, Jalen Brunson’s mastery, and why this might have been Joel Embiid’s best playoff series. Then, they turn their attention to the Bucks, Heat, and Pelicans and the questions now facing each team heading into the summer. 0:00: What NBA/WNBA player “I <3” would you want to

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80:30

Tyrese Maxey Stuns the Knicks, Where Does LeBron Go &...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/05/01

Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers have life once again in the NBA playoffs, while LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers enter an offseason of uncertainty.Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg recap a big Sixers win at MSG and touch on Paolo Banchero and Evan Mobley developing before our eyes. Then, a preview of a potential classic Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves second-round series. To close, what in the world will LeBron James do next?0:00 Intro question feat Suns5:00 Sixers-Knicks

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65:17

Clippers-Mavericks Continues to Deliver and More NBA...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/04/29

Sunday’s Mavericks-Clippers Game 4 is one of the best games of the NBA playoffs - and sets the stage for a long series. On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg bounce around the NBA Playoffs by looking at Mavs-Clippers and monster games from Kyrie Irving, James Harden and Paul George. They then look at a pivotal Game 4 win from the Knicks and a virtuoso performance from Jalen Brunson. Also covered: Cavs-Magic, Bucks-Pacers and the NBA getting into business with

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60:50

Los Angeles Lakers Out of Answers and Joel Embiid...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/04/26

Joel Embiid stole the show in the NBA playoffs on Thursday night in a home win while the Los Angeles Lakers came up short once again.Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg react to a big NBA postseason slate, looking at the Lakers running out of answers around LeBron James and Anthony Davis; the relentless brilliance of Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets; Embiid breathing life into the Philadelphia 76ers; and the Orlando Magic finding some answers against the Cleveland Cavaliers.0:00 Intro feat Miami

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61:43

Are the Suns Officially Dead? and Other NBA Playoff...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/04/24

With their Game 2 loss to the Wolves, are the Suns on the brink? Or could they still fight back?On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg bounce around the NBA Playoffs by looking at Suns-Wolves, Mavericks-Clippers and Pacers-Bucks. Then, they play a game where they each nominate three players and pick which player has met expectations, which player has exceeded expectations and which player has been a disappointment. To finish the show, they look at the teams

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78:29

Reacting to the Opening Weekend of the NBA Playoffs

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/04/22

The opening weekend of the NBA playoffs are done - and there’s a lot to get into including Anthony Edwards’ monster game, the Nuggets controlling the Lakers and Damian Lillard going off against the Pacers.On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen start the show by which individual moment from the weekend was the favorite. Then, they go through several series - Suns-Wolves, Knicks-76ers, Mavericks-Clippers, Lakers-Nuggets, Bucks-Pacers, Cavs-Magic and Celtics-Heat

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58:22

Ranking the NBA’s Most Watchable First Round Series

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/04/19

The opening weekend of the NBA playoffs are here. So which series are the most watchable? On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg start the show by discussing Klay Thompson’s comments at his exit interview and what comes next for him. Then, they react to Heat-76ers and Bulls-Hawks before debating if the Heat or Bulls would make a better opponent for the Celtics. To wrap up the show, they draft the NBA’s first-round series, ranking them most watch watchable to

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86:10

Caitlin Clark Takes On the WNBA and Zion Williamson...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/04/17

On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen open the show by talking about Blake Griffin’s retirement and what they’ll remember most about Griffin. Then, they look at the Lakers’ win over the Pelicans where Zion Williamson was the best player on the floor before getting hurt and the Kings’ win over the Warriors. raising even more questions about what comes next for Golden State. Then, they look at Caitlin Clark officially going No. 1 overall and other WNBA Draft

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71:46

Reacting to NBA Game 82s Plus Previewing the East and...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/04/15

The NBA playoffs are set, starting with LeBron James, Joel Embiid and Steph Curry kicking things off with the play-in tournament this week.Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg discuss the biggest moments from Sunday’s NBA slate of Game 82s including Jalen Brunson in OT and the Phoenix Suns waking up before previewing every play-in game in the Eastern and Western conference. What are the stakes, schemes and trends that will decide the start of the

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28:45

Connecticut Sun Head Coach Stephanie White Talks Dawn...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/04/12

Connecticut Sun head coach and ESPN basketball analyst Stephanie White joins the show to discuss calling this NCAA women's basketball tournament, her thoughts on two rollercoaster NBA teams, the growth of women's basketball and more.Brendon Kleen talks with White about Dawn Staley's budding dynasty, being in the arena as Caitlin Clark said goodbye to Iowa Hawkeyes fans this spring, where the Los Angeles Clippers and Milwaukee Bucks are headed, and why Alyssa Thomas is one of a

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61:51

Jrue Holiday Gets Paid and NBA Teams In the Danger...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/04/12

The NBA Playoffs are just over a week away. So what NBA teams are in the danger zone and what teams should be more optimistic?On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg first look at Jrue Holiday's extension with the Celtics and what it means for the future of the Celtics. Then, they turn their attention to a series of teams — including the Bucks, Cavs and Suns — that either will be in the danger zone for the playoffs and beyond or the Kramer zone (as in Cosmo

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62:08

Our 2024 Funhouse All-NBA Teams Feat. Zion...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/04/10

Join us for a look back at the 2023-24 NBA season with our All-Sub 20 MPG Team, the All Lost Money Team, the All One Trick Pony Team, and the Lauri Markkanen All-Stars.Brendon Kleen and Wes Goldberg name their Funhouse All-NBA Teams, hyping up the performance of big names like Zion Williamson and Buddy Hield as well as fan favorites like Sam Merrill and Jonathan Isaac plus many more. From guys who barely play to guys who do one thing really well to vets who had their best seasons ever, we cover the

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64:31

South Carolina Ends Caitlin Clark's Run and Joel...

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/04/08

South Carolina won the national title and ended Caitlin Clark’s run. So how did they do it?On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Brendon Kleen start by looking at Joel Embiid’s return, the state of the Eastern Conference and the opportunity the 76ers have to be a threat in the playoffs. Then, they bounce around several topics in the women’s tournament, including how South Carolina beat Iowa and Caitlin Clark; Kamilla Cardoso’s impact on the game and her future in the WNBA;

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72:06

Building The Best 25-and-under NBA Player Portfolio

The Just Basketball Show ·

2024/04/05

It’s easy to start with the likes of Luka Doncic and Anthony Edwards when planning for the NBA five or 10 years from now. But what about role players or players that could one day become stars?On a new episode of the Just Basketball Show, Chris Manning and Wes Goldberg open the show by discussing Julius Randle having shoulder surgery and what that means for the Knicks. Then, they build out the Just Basketball Show official player portfolio featuring players all 25 and under. The portfolio features

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