Powell/Collins Trade; Contract Day of Truth

Can Nikola Jokic hold off Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for our MVP pick? Plus, a fascinating name enters the bottom of the ballot. There also continues to be some new blood compared to past years in our All-NBA discussion (25:48), and Defensive Player of the Year has some awesome bigs in the discussion but a few traditional names that haven’t been competitive. 46:21Coach of the year is impossible to choose with all the great jobs that are being done this year. 55:11Sixth Man of the Year features a strong crop of players who do a lot of different things. 1:02:21Rookie of the year features a protest vote. 1:11:19We also give our picks for Sophomore of the Year (1:16:14) and Executive of the Year. (1:18:29). Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week.

5 Tammi 1h 31min

We discuss the ramifications of the Heat suspending Jimmy Butler, and discuss possible trade packages for him. Then, a look at some of the Western Conference.DEN & SAS: Victor against every star big is now a must-watch. 27:17OKC: The Thunder dominated the Knicks in the 4th quarter to continue their winning streak. 45:15LAC: Norman Powell is having a ridiculous shooting season because he does a few things very well. 52:08HOU: Jabari Smith Jr. has a broken hand, and what do we make of Jalen Green’s season? 58:38MEM: After their failed pursuit of DFS, can Vince Williams Jr. be their 3-and-D guy in the playoffs? 1:12:34DAL: They’ve lost 4 of 5 due to injuries and suspensions, but their defense gives them a floor. 1:23:08PHX: Kevin Durant is still individually brilliant, but the Suns offense can’t get going with injuries and discontinuity. GSW: Is THIS the Jonathan Kuminga breakout? Seriously, could it be, this time? 1:33:08 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week.

4 Tammi 1h 40min

In an annual tradition, Nate and Danny look back at the biggest stories of 2024 and pick the three most consequential. Plus, we look back on what we thought would be the biggest stories at the start of the year and see how well we predicted them.Then, Nate is more on board with the Kings firing Mike Brown than the consensus, while Danny thinks it was a ridiculous move. 1:07:45 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week.

30 Joulu 20241h 23min

We wrap up all five games of an awesome Christmas slate.  Steph vs LeBron remains must-see TV.  Victor Wembanyama has one of the best Christmas debuts ever, even while only scratching the surface. 31:41 Minnesota gets a nice win in Dallas, and we assess the impact of Luka Doncic’s calf injury. 51:20 Did Philly’s win in Boston provide proof of concept for what this group can be? 1:05:41 And the Suns out-executed the Nuggets despite the absence of Devin Booker. 1:19:49 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week.

26 Joulu 202451min

Our bi-weekly look at the Eastern Conference!NYK: Karl-Anthony Towns went crazy against Minnesota in a surgical performance.CHI and BOS: The Bulls won in Boston as Zach LaVine was the best player on the floor. 11:24IND: The Pacers have won 4 straight after getting some reinforcements. 24:39MIL and CLE: The Cavaliers machine rolls on. 33:38CHA and WAS: Having professional players matters in this matchup 46:24DET: Tobias Harris is himself, only less so. 59:29ATL: Dyson Daniels has been a wrecking ball on defense, but his offense? 1:04:45TOR: Ja’Kobe Walter had a breakout game in their loss to the Rockets. 1:12:58PHI: The Sixers inexplicably can’t hit even the good shots they’re generating. 1:21:34BKN: The honeymoon may finally be over now that they have no guards. 1:29:55MIA and ORL: The Magic dealt Miami another epic collapse without their 4 best offensive players 1:36:12 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week.

23 Joulu 20241h 49min

We finish up our mailbag look at the Western Conference with these and more great questions:MIN: Is the Wolves’ D back?MEM: What is Memphis’ new offense, and how does it work in the playoffs? 12:56LAL: Do the Lakers add or tear it down? 24:58LAC: Kawhi’s trade value, Harden vs Kobe 36:50HOU: Should they be trying to upgrade this year? 49:48GSW: For whom should they be willing to move Kuminga? Danny floats an intriguing name. 1:02:37DEN: Breaking down the reports of their interest in Zach LaVine; Is Jokic the great player with the least help? 1:14:10DAL: Who is the Mavs’ 3rd-best player? 1:26:35Plus, we catch up on news. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week.

20 Joulu 20241h 41min

The annual tradition continues, a Dunc’d On and Hollinger & Duncan crossover to rank the top-10 prospects in the NBA 23 and under.Is Victor Wembanyama an obvious number 1? How can we sort through the injuries this year to find the rest of the top-10 among Paolo Banchero, Scottie Barnes, Franz Wagner, Jalen Williams, Anthony Edwards, Chet Holmgren, Evan Mobley, Cade Cunningham, LaMelo Ball, and more? Is anybody in the 2024 draft even in the top-15? Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week.

18 Joulu 20241h 32min

Our bi-weekly look at the West begins in mailbag form, starting at the bottom of the alphabet (and the standings!)UTA: Which of their vets have trade value? Are any of their young guys good? Plus, a young Jazzman having an unprecedented turnover season.SAS: How would we adjust the Spurs’ trajectory if we were in charge? Plus a lot of questions on Castle and Sochan. 11:17SAC: Do we like their chances to get into the playoff picture at 13-13? 26:28POR: How does the C logjam sort out? Are we ready to give up on Scoot? What about trading their vets? 38:40PHX: The Butler pipe dream, plus their chances of making another trade and/or getting back to contender status. 48:57OKC: Lots of questions, including a fun one on which NBA teams historically have been better set up than these guys. 1:02:48NOP: Thoughts on an Ingram or Zion trade. 1:14:43 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week.Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs with all the major topics around the league twice a week.

17 Joulu 20241h 25min