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RealGM Radio

RealGM NBA Radio with Wes Goldberg

RealGM Radio is a weekly NBA podcast hosted by Wes Goldberg, a credentialed media member who hosts shows on the Locked On Podcast Network and has bylines at The Ringer, RealGM and more. RealGM Radio goes beyond the headlines and hot takes and brings you the NBA conversations that matter. ____________________________________________ RealGM Radio is powered in-part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

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24:38

Monday Monologue: The NBA Salary Cap is Good for Fans

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2026/01/12

Wes Goldberg talks about the Ja Morant trade market, Trae Young's next salary and why the new CBA -- though panned by most -- is actually good for the NBA and its fans. #nba #podcast RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for more NBA insights and analysis! Follow RealGM Twitter: https://x.com/RealGM Follow Wes Goldberg Twitter: https://x.com/wcgoldberg PrizePicks: PrizePicks

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75:12

Trae Young Trade Market & Checking In With the...

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2026/01/07

Wes opens the show by talking about Trae Young's trade market and the changing value of players like Young in today's NBA landscape before coming up with some fake trades. Then Bobby Manning (CLNS) joins the show to talk about the surging Boston Celtics, and Nick Friedell (The Athletic) stops by to talk about the up-and-down Warriors.00:00 - Intro 01:00 - Trae Young's trade market 22:02 - Celtics deep dive 47:56 - Warriors' struggles and trade deadline approach RealGM Radio is powered in

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82:23

Making Bold 2026 NBA Predictions (with Keith Parish)

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2025/12/30

Wes Goldberg and Keith Parish get together to wrap up all things NBA-related in 2025 and make predictions for what the league will look like in 2026!They break down the Thunder’s impressive rise, the Indiana Pacers' electrifying Finals run led by Tyrese Haliburton, and unforgettable moments like Haliburton’s choke sign at Madison Square Garden. The conversation spotlights the Pacers' fourth-quarter comebacks, the strategic evolution of the Thunder, and Victor Wembanyama’s emerging rivalry with the

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59:07

Is Cade Cunningham Destined to Be a Top-6 Player &...

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2025/12/17

Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer (Basketball Poetry on Substack) discuss the Knicks winning the NBA Cup and what comes next for them and the Spurs. Then they debate whether Cade Cunningham will be a top-six player by next season, if the Cavaliers will get over the hump, and if Tyler Herro would be taken in a 2019 redraft. #nba #podcast #cadecunningham #cavs 0:00 Intro 2:00 Knicks win the NBA Cup and What's next for the Spurs 20:00 Good Take: Cade Cunningham will be a top-6 player next season, the

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82:19

NBA Tiers (with Matt Moore)

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2025/12/09

The Oklahoma City Thunder are the favorites to win the NBA Finals, but who are the next-best teams with a chance to win the championship? Wes Goldberg and Matt Moore take stock of the NBA a quarter of the way through the season with their championship tiers.RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for more NBA insights and analysis! Follow RealGM Twitter:

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29:53

Building Giannis Antetokounmpo Trades & How the Bucks...

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2025/12/04

There's more noise about Giannis Antetokounmpo's uncertain future with the Milwaukee Bucks. Wes Goldberg talks about how we got here and what the Bucks should look for if forced to trade him before building some fake trade ideas to preferred destinations. #nba #giannisantetokounmpo #bucks RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for more NBA insights and analysis! Follow

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35:07

BONUS: NBA Storylines on "Combo's Court"

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2025/12/02

Wes Goldberg joins Combo's Court to talk about Tyler Herro's fit in the Miami Heat's revamped offense, LeBron James' new role with the Lakers, if the Lakers or Knicks have a better chance of winning the NBA Finals, potential trades that could swing the season and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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36:55

NBA First-Quarter Awards (with Andrew Salop)

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2025/12/02

The unofficial first quarter of the season is officially in the books! Through the first seven weeks of the season, we’ve seen teams separate themselves as dominant, others separate themselves as sad, and plenty of epic games and performances. Consider the stage set for what promises to be an entertaining and unexpected NBA season. Wes Goldberg and Andrew Salop (Combo's Court) hand out some (theoretical) hardware for the most valuable player, top defender, most improved, sixth man, coach and the top

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79:20

Who is the Best Team in the East? (With Mo Dakhil)

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2025/11/25

Wes Goldberg and Mo Dakhil talk about the top of the Eastern Conference and ask if the Detroit Pistons are really the team to beat. They also discuss what's good and bad about the New York Knicks, Scottie Barnes breaking out for the Toronto Raptors and adding Tyler Herro to the Miami Heat's new offense before exploring some Trae Young trade ideas. They also talk about uneven seasons for the Cavaliers and Magic so far.0:00 – Intro & Eastern Conference Surprise Standings2:10 – Are the Pistons the

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60:28

West's Elite Teams & Future of the Grizzlies (With...

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2025/11/20

The Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets and Houston Rockets are separating themselves from the rest of the Western Conference. Wes Goldberg and Keith Parish (Fastbreak Breakfast, Grits & Grindz podcasts) talk about what makes these teams elite, Nikola Jokic vs Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Part 2, LeBron James' role with the Los Angeles Lakers and what comes next for the Memphis Grizzlies. #nba #lakers #okcthunder #nuggets #nikolajokic #shaigilgeousalexander #alperensengun #houstonrockets RealGM Radio

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34:28

The Real Reason Nico Harrison is Out as Mavs GM

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2025/11/13

Wes Goldberg breaks down the real reasons why Nico Harrison traded Luka Doncic and ultimately lost his job as GM of the Dallas Mavericks before exploring some potential Anthony Davis trade ideas. RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for more NBA insights and analysis! Follow RealGM Twitter: https://x.com/RealGM Follow Wes Goldberg Twitter:

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69:51

Heat's Offensive Revolution & Most Improved Player...

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2025/11/12

Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer (Basketball Poetry) break down how the Miami Heat's new up-tempo offense works and how Tyler Herro can fit in -- or fit out -- (1:00). Then they build their long list of early Most Improved Player candidates (30:00). RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for more NBA insights and analysis! Follow RealGM Twitter: https://x.com/RealGM Follow Wes

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62:19

Lakers Have Unlocked 2-Way Luka Doncic, Wemby's Next...

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2025/11/07

The Los Angeles Lakers are soaring to the top of the Western Conference behind -- wait for it -- the two-way play of Luka Doncic. Wes Goldberg is joined by Dave DuFour (Athletic NBA Daily) to break down what's going on in Los Angeles, JJ Redick's coaching and how LeBron James will fit in when he returns. They also talk about the latest in the Ja Morant situation in Memphis before building some fake trades. Finally, the teams moving up their watchability rankings, including the Chicago Bulls and

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83:10

NBA Contender Tiers (with Matt Moore)

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2025/10/29

In this episode of RealGM Radio, NBA experts Wes Goldberg and Matt Moore break down the 2025 NBA contender tiers, diving into early-season surprises, elite teams, and breakout stars. From the Oklahoma City Thunder’s title defense to Victor Wembanyama’s meteoric leap, this deep dive explores how early trends shape the championship race. The duo also examines the Denver Nuggets, Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, and Minnesota Timberwolves, debating who truly belongs in the top tier

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44:11

The Truth About LeBron’s Lakers Era (with Yaron...

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2025/10/27

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers defined an unforgettable NBA era — filled with drama, triumph, and transformation. In this RealGM Radio episode, host Wes Goldberg sits down with Yaron Weitzman, author of A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers, to break down the truth behind the team’s highs and lows. They discuss Jeanie Buss’s leadership, Rob Pelinka’s evolution, and how LeBron’s complex relationship with the Lakers changed basketball in Hollywood. From the Westbrook

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62:49

Predicting the NBA's Top 10 Offenses For the 2025-26...

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2025/10/21

Wes Goldberg and Jared Dubin predict the top 10 offenses in the NBA for the 2025-26 season. Will the Cavaliers slide? Will Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets rise to the top? Can the Celtics' system keep them afloat? #nba #lakers #warriors #nikolajokic RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for more NBA insights and analysis! Follow RealGM Twitter: https://x.com/RealGM Follow Wes

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66:12

Predicting the Top 10 Defenses for the 2025-26 NBA...

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2025/10/17

Wes Goldberg attempts to predict the top 10 defenses in the league for the upcoming season, with the Oklahoma City Thunder setting the pace as the NBA's no. 1 defense again. Where will teams like the Warriors, Rockets, Magic and Clippers finish? Will a team surprise and crack the top 10? Can Victor Wembanyama lift the Spurs into the top tier?00:00 – Intro & Overview of NBA Defense Predictions 04:00 – Oklahoma City Thunder: Defensive Identity & Strategy 10:30 – Houston Rockets: Amen Thompson’s

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68:42

NBA Identity Changers (with Mike Shearer)

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2025/10/08

In this episode of RealGM Radio, host Wes Goldberg is joined by Mike Shearer, author of Basketball Poetry on Substack, to discuss the NBA’s most impactful offseason additions and how they’ll reshape team identities across the league. From Norm Powell’s role in Miami and Kristaps Porzingis’ impact on Atlanta, to Al Horford’s fit in Golden State, they break down the players redefining their teams’ styles and expectations.Wes and Mike analyze how Kevin Durant brings instant offense to Houston, how

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117:24

Pacific Division Preview (with Andy Kamenetzky & Bram...

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2025/10/03

The NBA's Pacific Division is home to some of the league's biggest stars and most interesting stories. Wes Goldberg is joined by Andy Kamenetzky (ESPN LA, Locked On Lakers) to break down the key offseason moves and most interesting players on the Lakers, Clippers, Warriors, Suns and Kings. Then Bram Hillsman (Warriors Huddle) jumps on to discuss a frustrating Warriors offseason.00:00 – Intro 02:00 – Warriors & Jonathan Kaminga drama 13:59 – Who got better, who got worse? 14:30 – Lakers: Luka,

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95:35

State of the NBA (with Dieter Kurtenbach)

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2025/09/24

Wes Goldberg and guest Dieter Kurtenbach dissect the explosive Kawhi Leonard investigation, praising Pablo Torre's groundbreaking reporting. They scrutinize Adam Silver's tenure as NBA commissioner, questioning his focus on TV deals over league health. They explore innovative ways to enhance NBA strategy discussions, comparing coverage to the NFL and proposing new systems for describing team formations. All-Star Game format changes and ideas for boosting fan engagement round out this wide-ranging

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