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The Athletic NBA Daily

Start your day with The Athletic NBA Daily – a fast, entertaining recap of the most important games and stories from the world of professional basketball with new episodes dropping Monday through Friday. Hosted by Dave DuFour, Zena Keita, and Esfandiar Baraheni with regular appearances by The Athletic’s award-winning NBA reporters. Andrew Schlecht and Alex Spears cap the week with the full-length Saturday Slam n’ Jam episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:19

ReDrafting the 2021 NBA Draft | Morning Shoot Around

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/27

Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour, and Es Baraheni discuss the 2021 NBA Draft and how the players are impacting the NBA. They conduct a redraft for the first 15 picks of the draft. The guys end the show with some a little Thanksgiving talk. Host: Andrew SchlechtWith: Dave DuFour and Es BaraheniProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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27:15

Luka and Lakers advance in NBA Cup

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/26

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the big NBA Cup matchups from the week and how the Orlando Magic have changed without Paolo Banchero. Then, Law Murray joins the guys to talk about the Lakers respecting the NBA Cup with a win and to diagnose what's ailing the Clippers.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Law MurrayExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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21:47

Raptors extend streak to 8 + what is the Warriors'...

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/25

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Raptors big win over the Cavaliers, their win streak, and how aggressive they may be as we enter trade season. Then, Zena Keita joins the show following the Warriors blowout of the Jazz to discuss the state of the Warriors and the latest on Jonathan Kuminga.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Zena KeitaExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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24:39

Klay Thompson gives Ja Morant a wakeup call

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/24

Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita discuss the Nuggets and Rockets NBA Cup game, Denver's loss of Aaron Gordon to injury, and the ascension of Reed Shepherd for Houston. Then, the gang react to Chris Paul's retirement announcement and the beef between Klay Thompson and Ja Morant.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Zena KeitaExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:04:04

Nuggets Heating Up + Derik Queen Rising? | Slam N Jam

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/22

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week of the NBA basketball, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Adam Mares of DNVR to discuss the Denver Nuggets and their hot start to the season, how Jokic has improved, what do you do with the Chicago loss, how good is their defense, and much more. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the BeatHost: Andrew Schlecht and Alex SpeersWith: Adam MaresExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Monica

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29:24

LaMelo Ball wants out of Charlotte

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/21

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the reports of LaMelo Ball being unhappy in Charlotte and how Tyrese Maxey has taken an All NBA leap. Then, Josh Robbins joins the show to discuss the Magic's win over the Clippers and how Paolo Banchero fits when he returns from injury.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Josh RobbinsExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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30:59

Bulls Buzzer Beater + Zion returns for Pelicans

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/20

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita discuss the Rockets offense and its sustainability, the Raptors secret to their early success, and Nikola Vucevic's game winner for the Bulls. Then, Will Guillory joins the show to breakdown Zion Williamson's return to action, the great starts for rookies Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears, and why it took the Pelicans so long to fire Willie Green.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Will GuilloryExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on

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51:11

Early NBA Season True or False | Morning Shoot Around

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/19

Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour, Zena Ketia, and Es Baraheni answer True or False questions about who the top 5 teams in the NBA are, if the East is Deeper than the West, and who needs the number 1 pick the most.Host: Andrew SchlechtWith: Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni and Zena KeitaProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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26:23

LeBron James makes season debut + Pistons win 10th...

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/19

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni react to the season debut of LeBron James, discuss how his return affects the Lakers, and breakdown the Pistons big winning streak. Then, Jared Weiss joins the show to talk about the Spurs comeback win over the Grizzlies and how they will deal with Victor Wembanyama's injury.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Jared WeissExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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22:39

Giannis; Wemby injured + Paul George returns

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/18

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the Bulls upset over the Denver Nuggets in spite of the big night from Nikola Jokić, Paul George's season debut in a Sixers win, and Victor Wembanyama's calf injury. Then, Eric Nehm joins the show to breakdown Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury and how the Bucks will handle his absence.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Eric NehmExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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27:57

Are the Hawks better without Trae Young? + Pelicans...

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/17

Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita recap all the action from the weekend. The gang discuss the play of Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun to lead the Rockets to an overtime win over the Magic, Stephen Curry being a nightmare for Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs, and debate whether the Hawks are better without Trae Young. Then, they discuss the Pelicans treatment and firing of head coach Willie Green and the rash of injuries spreading around the NBA.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni and Zena

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1:09:20

Cavs Identity Crisis + Land of the Lost | Slam N Jam

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/15

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week of the NBA basketball, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Carter Rodriguez of the Chase Down Podcast to discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers. They discuss the Cavs 3 point shooting, how they are fairing with their new bench, and how they are off to such a strange start in the weak East. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the BeatHost: Andrew Schlecht and Alex SpeersWith: Carter RodriguezExecutive Producer: Andrew

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33:43

Rookie rankings with Sam Vecenie + Raptors rising

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/14

Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Sam Vecenie talk about this year's rookie class, Sam's rankings, and Cooper Flagg as a point guard. Then, Eric Koreen joins the show to breakdown the Raptors big win over the Cavaliers, Scottie Barnes start to the year, and how the bench has been boosted.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Sam Vecenie, and Eric KoreenExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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29:26

Big nights for Steph Curry and Jokić + OKC keeps rolling

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/13

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to Nikola Jokić dropping 55 points on the Clippers, Bradley Beal's season-ending injury, and Steph Curry's electric 3rd quarter enroute to 46 points. Then, Hunter Patterson joins the show to breakdown the Pistons short-handed win, Cade Cunningham's leap, and their start to the season.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Hunter PattersonExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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49:53

Rebuilding the Dallas Mavericks | Morning Shoot Around

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/12

Andrew Schlecht, Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es Baraheni make fake trades to help rebuild the Mavs, discuss the teams that make the most sense for AD, why he's hard to trade and what other deals could be available to the Mavericks. Host: Andrew SchlechtWith: Dave DuFour, Zena Keita and Es BaraheniProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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25:02

Mavs fire Nico Harrison

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/12

Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni discuss the Sixers win over the Celtics and their newfound identity to start the season before catching up with Andrew Schlecht from OKC where the Thunder dismantle the Warriors. Then, Christian Clark joins the show after the Dallas Mavericks firing of Nico Harrison to discuss the decision, whether Anthony Davis is on the trade block, and where the Mavs go from here.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Es Baraheni, Andrew Schlecht, and Christian ClarkExecutive Producer: Andrew

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28:17

Cade and Pistons win 7th straight + Heat beat Cavs at...

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/11

Dave DuFour and Zena Keita relive the Pistons 7th straight win in spite of a rough Cade Cunningham shooting night, Desmond Bane's incredible game winner, and Victor Wembanyama's history making night. Then, Wes Goldberg from the "Locked On Heat" podcast joins the show after Miami's incredible win over the Cavaliers to talk about the buzzer-beater lob play Eric Spoelstra saved for five years and how the Heat have started the season.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Wes GoldbergExecutive Producer:

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32:33

Steph Curry over LeBron? | Top 25 NBA players of the...

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/10

Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Fred Katz discuss the Top 25 NBA players of the 21st century. Should LeBron be number 1? Are the point guards in the right order? Shai squeezes in at 25, should he be higher? All that and more on today's special episode.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Fred Katz and Es BaraheniProducer: Andrew Schlecht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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30:38

Are the Pistons contenders? + Under the radar numbers

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/10

Dave DuFour, Es Baraheni, and Zena Keita discuss the Pistons emergence in the Eastern Conference behind Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren starting the season hot and how De'Aaron Fox's return helped Wemby right the ship. Then, the gang throws out some under the radar numbers from the start of the season. Are the Nuggets underrated? The Suns are fun and the Clippers are bad.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Zena Keita and Es BaraheniExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Grayson Moody Hosted on

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1:01:16

Josh Giddey, Clippers BAD, and Nets Identity | Slam N...

The Athletic NBA Daily ·

2025/11/08

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers discuss the week of the NBA basketball, the Good, the Bad, and the WHAT?? and then the boys are joined by Mike Smeltz to discuss the Brooklyn Nets. They ask Mike about the Nets rookies, what they are going to do with the veterans this season, what the identity of the team is, and more. Then the guys play a fun edition of Andrew vs. the BeatHost: Andrew Schlecht and Alex SpeersWith: Mike SmeltzExecutive Producer: Andrew SchlechtAudio/Video Producer: Monica Compton

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