Explore every episode of the podcast The Dunker Spot
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| NBA Opening Week + 2026 WNBA Finals Game 3 Takeaways | 23 Oct 2026 | 01:36:13 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! We finally have NBA regular season action to break down! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones bounce around the league with thoughts and observations. On the WNBA side, the guys react to the Atlanta Dream's 97-71 victory over the Golden State Valkyries in Game 3, then look ahead to potential adjustments in Game 4. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com TIME STAMPS 01:43 -- Philadelphia 76ers 21:00 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 26:10 -- Thunder/Nuggets 40:10 -- Wolves/Heat 45:15 -- Rapid fire, starting with the Detroit Pistons 47:55 -- Damian Lillard shines 51:45 -- Tyrese Haliburton's return 54:45 -- Ty Jerome drops 45 58:03 -- Dream take Game 3 (+ Game 4 look-ahead) Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| 2026-27 NBA Awards Watchlist + 2026 WNBA Finals Game 1 + 2 Breakdown | 20 Oct 2026 | 01:36:13 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones talk through the candidates they'll be keeping an eye on for each of the major individual awards -- favorites, strong second-tier candidates, and darkhorse cases to monitor as the season goes on. On the WNBA side, the guys talk through the first two games of the WNBA Finals. They discuss the overall defensive battle, Angel Reese's historic performance in Game 2, the fight for space, key lineup decisions, potential adjustments we may see in Game 3 and much more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com TIME STAMPS 02:55 -- MVP 14:45 -- Defensive Player of the Year 25:20 -- Rookie of the Year 30:30 -- 6th Man of the Year 37:00 -- Most Improved Player 40:50 -- Coach of the Year 50:30 -- WNBA Finals Game 1 + 2 discussion Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Atlantic Division + 2026 WNBA Finals preview | 16 Oct 2026 | 01:26:41 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones wrap up their preview series with the Atlantic division (Knicks, Celtics, Sixers, Raptors, Nets). On the WNBA side, the guys preview the upcoming Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com TIME STAMPS 02:00 -- New York Knicks 12:30 -- Boston Celtics 23:00 -- Philadelphia 76ers 33:50 -- Toronto Raptors 42:50 -- Brooklyn Nets 50:20 -- Valkyries-Dream preview Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Southeast Division Preview, WNBA Semifinals Recap + Liberty/Aces offseason look-ahead | 13 Oct 2026 | 01:51:18 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Southeast division (Heat, Hawks, Magic, Wizards, Hornets), then they're joined by Hornets center Moussa Diabaté for a wide-ranging conversation On the WNBA side, the guys salute the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries for their second round sweeps, then look ahead to what's next for the New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:40 -- Miami Heat 16:41 -- Atlanta Hawks 25:30 -- Orlando Magic 32:40 -- Washington Wizards 40:00 -- Charlotte Hornets 45:00 -- Moussa Diabaté joins the show! 01:03:00 -- Salute to the Atlanta Dream 01:19:00 -- What's next for the New York Liberty? 01:25:00 -- Salute to the Golden State Valkyries 01:37:00 -- What's next for the Las Vegas Aces? Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Pacific Division preview + WNBA Semifinals Game 2 reactions | 09 Oct 2026 | 01:35:18 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Pacific division (Lakers, Suns, Clippers, Warriors, Kings). On the WNBA side, the guys recap the Dream's Game 2 win over the Liberty, as well as the Valkyries' win over the Aces, then talk through potential adjustments we may see in each Game 3. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:40 -- Los Angeles Lakers Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Northwest Division preview + WNBA semifinals game 1 reactions | 06 Oct 2026 | 01:32:24 | |
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones preview the Northwest division (Thunder, Nuggets, Timberwolves, Trail Blazers, Jazz). On the WNBA side, the guys recap the Dream's Game 1 win over the Liberty, as well as the Valkyries' win over the Aces, then talk through potential adjustments we may see in each Game 2. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:22 -- Oklahoma City Thunder Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Jalen Duren is back + Southwest Division Preview! Aces advance, Liberty-Dream preview + Valkyries-Wings look-ahead | 02 Oct 2026 | 01:38:41 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to the Pistons and Jalen Duren finally agreeing to a new deal. From there, the guys preview the Southwest division (Spurs, Rockets, Mavericks, Pelicans, Grizzlies). On the WNBA side, the guys recap an epic Game 3 between the Aces and Fever, preview the upcoming Dream-Liberty series, then look ahead to Friday's Game 3 between the Valkyries and Wings and each team's biggest question in a potential Aces matchup. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 0:44 -- Jalen Duren re-signs Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| NBA Central Division preview & WNBA playoffs round 1 biggest questions & takeaways | 29 Sep 2026 | 01:38:11 | |
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| The Chase Down Podcast joins for a Cavs conversation + WNBA Playoff Preview | 25 Sep 2026 | 01:39:48 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Justin Rowan and Carter Rodriguez (The Chase Down Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Cleveland Cavaliers. They talk about the team's perception, what's needed to make the James Harden/Donovan Mitchell partnership work, next steps for Evan Mobley, the addition of Peyton Watson and much more! On the WNBA side, the guys preview the first round of the 2026 playoffs! They discuss the matchups, key battlegrounds, potential X-Factors and schematic twists that could determine the winner of each series. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 0:47 -- Justin & Carter join the show! Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| David Lee joins for a Hawks conversation + final WNBA awards check-in | 22 Sep 2026 | 01:42:41 | |
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| Jason Timpf joins for a Lakers conversation! Natasha Howard interview + biggest questions entering the postseason | 18 Sep 2026 | 01:45:24 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Jason Timpf (Hoops Tonight, The Volume) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Los Angeles Lakers. They talk through the Lakers' offseason roster overhaul, next steps for Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, what to expect from Walker Kessler, early thoughts on how the Lakers may look to defend, and much more! On the WNBA side, the guys go back and forth on their biggest questions and storylines entering the final sprint before the postseason arrives. From there, Minnesota Lynx star Natasha Howard joins the show to discuss her new book (The Vision Through My Lens: My Life in Basketball and Beyond), her basketball journey, the dominance of this year's Lynx team and more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:05 -- Jason joins the show for Lakers check-in Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Samson Folk joins for a Raptors conversation! Team USA wins gold + All-Rookie team candidates | 15 Sep 2026 | 01:31:14 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Samson Folk (Raptors Republic) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Toronto Raptors. They talk through the finally completed Kawhi Leonard trade and how he fits on both ends, Scottie Barnes' growth and two-way usage, the importance of RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, the budding stardom of Collin Murray-Boyles and much more! On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their big and small picture takeaways from Team USA's gold-winning weekend, then talk through their candidates for this year's All-Rookie team. It may be time for a second team! If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:240 -- Samson joins the show! Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Noa Dalzell joins for a Celtics conversation! Team USA recap and preview + Coach of the Year frontrunners | 11 Sep 2026 | 01:32:15 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Noa Dalzell (CelticsBlog, You Got Boston! Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Boston Celtics. They talk through last year's "surprising" success, the Jaylen Brown/Paul George swap, expectations for Jayson Tatum, potential role shifts from Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, and much more. On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their big and small picture takeaways from Team USA's historic win against Hungary, preview this weekend's semifinals matchups (USA-Spain, Germany-France), then talk through their top Coach of the Year candidates. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:22 -- Noa joins the show! Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Couper Moorhead returns for a Heat conversation! Team USA takeaways + Watch out for France | 08 Sep 2026 | 01:24:20 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined again by Couper Moorhead (HEAT.com, After The Buzzer Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Miami Heat. They talk through the Giannis Antetokounmpo and Klay Thompson acquisitions, next steps for Bam Adebayo, the importance of Andrew Wiggins and Davion Mitchell, potential lineup combinations (#TallBall?) and much more. On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their big-picture and small-picture takeaways from Team USA's nail-biting win against Italy and their blowout win against Czechia. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 0:51 -- Coup joins the show! Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Ben Simmons is back, Clippers punished + Dane Moore joins for a Wolves conversation! Cathy Engelbert retires + Team USA takeaways | 04 Sep 2026 | 01:46:00 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to the latest news around the NBA. Ben Simmons is making his return, signing a one-year deal with the Kings! The Rockets and Amen Thompson agreed to a hefty -- but non-max -- rookie extension! The Clippers investigation has finally reached its end; the punishment is DAUNTING and leaves some critical long-term, team-building questions for the Clippers moving forward. Next, the guys are joined by Dane Moore (The Dane Moore NBA Podcast) for a wide-ranging conversation about the Minnesota Timberwolves. They talk through the LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga acquisitions, next steps for Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels, the importance of Rudy Gobert (and the non-Gobert minutes), potential lineup combinations and much more. On the WNBA side, the guys react to the breaking news that commissioner Cathy Engelbert will be retiring at the end of the calendar year. From there, they discuss their big and small picture takeaways from Team USA's 94-61 victory over China. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:32 -- Ben Simmons to the Kings Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Most interesting NBA players of 2026-27 + WNBA playoff check-in | 01 Sep 2026 | 01:39:10 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones share their most interesting players heading into the 2026-27 season. The players range from superstars returning or going on revenge tours to new faces in new places to players facing contract extensions or role shifts and much more. On the WNBA side, the guys take a look at the current playoff picture, using it to check in on all eight teams. The conversation features thoughts on the Lynx's last two losses, the Wings’ winning streak, the Mystics' playoff upside (plus Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen joining Team USA's roster), the Aces adding Kalani Brown, and the guys sharing their favorite potential playoff matchups. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 02:10 -- Most interesting East players Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Jonathan Kuminga to the Wolves, Bennedict Mathurin to the Pelicans! Valkyries/Liberty takeaways + DeWanna Bonner's Dream fit | 28 Aug 2026 | 01:27:08 | |
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| Klay to Miami, DeMar to Denver! Atlanta Dream are ROLLING, Valkyries-Lynx takeaways + DeWanna Bonner landing spots | 25 Aug 2026 | 01:33:20 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down two big-name free agent acquisitions. Klay Thompson is heading to Miami, while DeMar DeRozan is heading to Denver. The guys discuss how they fit, what they add, and potential shortcomings to monitor. On the WNBA side, the guys dive deep into the Atlanta Dream's win streak, share their takeaways from another awesome Lynx-Valkyries matchup, and check in on the Leonie-is-back New York Liberty. Later, they react to NaLyssa Smith's injury and what that means for the Aces, and explore potential landing spots for the recently bought-out DeWanna Bonner. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:08 -- Klay Thompson to the Heat Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Breaking down the Peyton Watson trade, Fever-Wings takeaways + bouncing around with Sarah Kustok | 21 Aug 2026 | 01:35:08 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the newly five-team trade centered around Nuggets forward Peyton Watson heading to the Cavaliers and Max Strus heading to the Clippers. They once again check the temperature with the Cavaliers while digging into what this move means for the Nuggets. On the WNBA side, the guys discuss their takeaways from Thursday's star-studded showdown between the Fever and Wings, salute the awesome WNBA career of Nneka Ogwumike, and highlight Angel Reese's week. Then, they're joined by the great Sarah Kustok (WNBA on NBC/Peacock, YES Network and more) to bounce around the league. In a wide-ranging conversation, they discuss the awesomeness of the Lynx, the half-court questions surrounding the Valkyries, where things stand with the MVP race and much more. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:09 -- Peyton Watson trade thoughts
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| Cavaliers & Hornets check-in, Fever looking dangerous + contender check-in | 18 Aug 2026 | 01:26:55 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the Dennis Schröder-Tre Mann trade between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Charlotte Hornets, then examine their offseason and roster outlook. On the WNBA side, the guys talk about the changes the Indiana Fever have made during their win streak. From there, they check the temperature of the Atlanta Dream and Las Vegas Aces, and salute the continuous winning of the Minnesota Lynx and Golden State Valkyries. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:15 -- Charlotte Hornets 09:03 -- Cleveland Cavaliers 16:52 -- Indiana Fever 45:07 -- Atlanta Dream 56:19 -- Minnesota Lynx 01:05:30 -- Las Vegas Aces 01:15:20 -- Golden State Valkyries Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Salute to Russell Westbrook, games we're excited about + WNBA Most Improved deep dive | 14 Aug 2026 | 01:33:33 | |
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| Breaking down opening week + Christmas slate, Lynx & Mystics continue to roll | 11 Aug 2026 | 01:29:43 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, the opening week and Christmas Day slates have been released! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze each of the matchups, then talk through potential snubs from the primetime matchups. On the WNBA side, the guys salute the recent winning of the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx and rising-up-the-rank Washington Mystics! From there, they check in on a crowded race in the 4-through-8 seeds, with a bit of a check-in on the Dallas Wings as teams have worked to adjust to them. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 1:10 -- Opening Day Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Rookie intrigue draft with Sam Vecenie, lessons from Aces-Fever + Team USA roster breakdown | 07 Aug 2026 | 01:43:06 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Sam Vecenie (Game Theory Podcast, The Athletic) makes his return! The guys participate in a Rookie Intrigue draft, each selecting the five players they're most intrigued by for this upcoming season. On the WNBA side, the guys break down an electric game between the Las Vegas Aces and the Indiana Fever and talk through some of the broader lessons to take away. From there, they briefly check in on the streaking Mystics and the reeling Wings, evaluate the Team USA World Cup roster, and salute Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's run in New York. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 2:30 -- Rookie Intrigue Draft Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| West non-playoff power rankings, Kelsey Plum's debut + Fever-Lynx takeaways | 04 Aug 2026 | 01:17:59 | |
We have a fun episode coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the Dallas Mavericks after agreeing to an extension with Naji Marshall. From there, they broaden the conversation by power-ranking the Western Conference teams that missed the playoffs based on their likelihood of making it this season. On the WNBA side, the guys break down the trade that sent Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury, then give their impressions of her debut. They also talk through the Tempo's acquisition of Aneesah Morrow, share their big picture takeaways from Sunday's Lynx-Fever matchup, then check in on Rhyne Howard and the Atlanta Dream. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 0:50 -- Dallas Mavericks Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| BONUS: 500th episode spectacular | 03 Aug 2026 | 01:14:48 | |
We have a very special episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones celebrate their 500th episode. The pair share the origin story of The Dunker Spot, reflect on their favorite memories of doing the show together and hear from friends of the podcast. Next, Chicago Sky head coach Tyler Marsh joins the program to discuss the Sky's biggest growth areas, DiJonai Carrington’s impact on the team and how he’s evolved as a coach. Later, Siobhan Beslow joins the program to share her thoughts on Giannis to the Heat, which team from the W is her favorite to win it all and list potential MVP candidates. Plus, Steve and Nekias take listener questions from the Dunkers! 0:00 Welcome Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Warriors & Nuggets check-in, celebrating greatness + Kelsey Plum trade talk | 31 Jul 2026 | 01:33:22 | |
The 500th episode of The Dunker Spot is coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones check in on the Golden State Warriors and Denver Nuggets as they navigate quiet offseasons. From there, they answer a few questions from the Dunker Spot mailbag. On the WNBA side, the guys share their takeaways from Thursday’s showdown between A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart before reveling in their collective greatness. They then shout out other top performers around the league before discussing Kelsey Plum ahead of this weekend’s trade deadline. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 3:20 -- Golden State Warriors Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Breaking down LeBron's fit with 76ers, WNBA All-Star recap + most interesting second half storylines | 28 Jul 2026 | 01:31:05 | |
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| Dunker Spot Mailbag! + Alex Sarama on his coaching philosophy & Gabriela Jaquez joins | 24 Jul 2026 | 01:24:31 | |
We have a fun episode of the Dunker Spot coming your way! Next, Portland Fire head coach Alex Sarama joins the show to break down his coaching philosophy, the challenges of being an expansion team and how he is developing the Fire. Plus, Gabriela Jaquez joins and discusses the adjustment period to the WNBA, her welcome to the W moment and who has the best tunnel fits. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 0:43 Mailbag Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Hawks trade Zaccharie Risacher, best free agents available + New York Liberty check-in | 21 Jul 2026 | 01:37:48 | |
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| Salute to Caleb Wilson, Summer League standouts & how will Giannis fit in Miami? + keys to Valkyries’ hot streak | 17 Jul 2026 | 01:26:14 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give a salute to Caleb Wilson, share their way-too-early Rookie of the Year predictions and shout out who’s impressed in Summer League. Plus, Giannis is officially a member of the Miami Heat. How will Giannis fit in Miami? What’s the latest with LeBron? They give their insight. Shifting over to the WNBA, Nekias and Steve give a deep dive on the Golden State Valkyries. What has been the key to success this stretch? Can they keep up the momentum? Plus, Steves puts Nekias on the hot seat with diabolical, rapid-fire questions. All that and more! 0:00 Welcome Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Summer League takeaways + Sparks & Liberty check-in | 14 Jul 2026 | 01:24:04 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to the opening weekend of Las Vegas Summer League play. From there, they check in on the LeBron Sweepstakes and other signings around the league. On the WNBA side, the guys react to the Los Angeles Sparks firing their general manager and explore what may come next. They also check in on the Fever, Aces, and New York Liberty before closing with a simple question: who's the best guard in the league RIGHT NOW? If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 1:26 -- Caleb Wilson debut Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Day 1 Takeaways of Las Vegas Summer League, Chennedy Carter Waived + WNBA All-Star Reserves Revealed | 10 Jul 2026 | 01:28:10 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to opening day (and night) of Las Vegas Summer League. They discuss AJ Dybantsa's debut in a showdown against Darryn Peterson and the Jazz, the Darius Acuff-Keaton Wagler duel, the Morez Johnson-Yaxel Lendeborg matchup and much more. From there, they discuss the latest NBA news. Is the Kawhi Leonard trade actually in jeopardy? What do we make of this massive six-team trade? Have the Jazz done a good enough job of replacing Walker Kessler? On the WNBA side, the guys have a nuanced conversation about the Las Vegas Aces' decision to waive Chennedy Carter: where communication might've broken down, some of the on-court shortcomings, and why we haven't heard much from the Aces -- at least not yet. To close, they discuss this year's All-Star reserves and who could potentially replace Kelsey Plum if she hasn't returned to the court by then. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| NBA free agency madness continues, Summer League check-in & WNBA race for eighth seed heats up | 07 Jul 2026 | 01:29:26 | |
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| Jaylen Brown & Kawhi Leonard on the move, Lakers make splashes + WNBA All-Star update | 03 Jul 2026 | 01:38:18 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down the biggest trades of the week -- Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami, LaMelo Ball to Minnesota, and the sign-and-trade that sent Walker Kessler to the Lakers -- before bouncing around other free agency moves. On the WNBA side, the guys react to Caitlin Clark's public statement before analyzing this year's All-Star starters. They close by sharing who they'd pick as this year's All-Star reserves, as well as talking through some of their honorable mentions. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com
1:43 -- The Jaylen Brown-Paul George trade Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Ja Morant to Portland, NBA rumor mill is churning + WNBA Commissioner's Cup final check-in | 30 Jun 2026 | 01:28:13 | |
It’s trade season galore! Jerseys are swapping and the rumors are milling - Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones talk through it all. 01:19 Grizzlies trade Ja Morant to Blazers Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Giannis & LaMelo on the move, Marina Mabrey makes history + tales from Vegas | 26 Jun 2026 | 01:34:04 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down the biggest trades of the week -- Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami, LaMelo Ball to Minnesota, and the three-teamer that landed Julius Randle in Brooklyn and Nic Claxton in Chicago. On the WNBA side, the guys talk through Marina Mabrey's historic night, a two-game contender gut check from the Las Vegas Aces, and the latest round of All-Star voting. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 1:40 -- Giannis traded to Heat Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| 2026 NBA Draft preview + WNBA weekend takeaways | 22 Jun 2026 | 01:44:15 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| What brought us joy with Zach Lowe, WNBA tiers + Chelsea Gray interview | 19 Jun 2026 | 02:07:25 | |
We have a fun, truly jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| The Knicks are champions! + WNBA Commissioner's Cup check-in | 15 Jun 2026 | 01:21:20 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones put a bow on the NBA Finals! The New York Knicks, for the first time in 53 years, have won an NBA championship. The guys salute their journey, then give props to the San Antonio Spurs for their impressive year-one run. From there, the guys shift to the W as the Commissioner's Cup group play is nearing its end. They discuss the Las Vegas Aces' big win over the Minnesota Lynx to put them in the driver's seat out West, then salute the still-streaking New York Liberty for clinching a spot in the title game. Finally, they close with a mini-check in on the Los Angeles Sparks. Kelsey Plum is playing at an MVP level, and the defense is quietly making some strides. They've won their last three games; it might be time to keep a closer eye on them. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 1:35 Saluting the Knicks' journey Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Spurs-Knicks Game 5 preview + WNBA All-Star check-in | 12 Jun 2026 | 01:33:57 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones turn their attention to the NBA Finals! Now that we've had time to decompress from a WILD Game 4, what actually matters about that game? The guys talk through some of their day-after takeaways, then look ahead to the potential series-ending Game 5. From there, the guys shift to the WNBA and give themselves a headache! All-Star voting is officially live (through June 27), which means it's time to discuss which four guards and six frontcourt players are worthy of STARTING the game. A warning: Nekias *opens* with a position-based rant. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:07 -- Spurs-Knicks Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Knicks complete historic comeback | 11 Jun 2026 | 00:51:41 | |
On this action-packed edition of The Dunker Spot, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones break down a historic night at MSG as the Knicks come back from 29 points down to take a commanding 3-1 lead against the Spurs. 0:25 Knicks' historic comeback vs. Spurs Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| WNBA Commissioner's Cup check-in | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:50:42 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! The Commissioner's Cup is well underway -- Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones have you covered with the early returns. They talk through the standings, discuss some of the most important upcoming matchups, and then bounce around the league with a few observations. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com (2:06) Standings check-in (5:23) Toronto Tempo (10:46) Portland Fire (20:08) Los Angeles Sparks (23:46) New York Liberty (28:41) Las Vegas Aces (37:58) Is the WNBA hierarchy being established? (41:12) Phoenix Mercury Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Spurs bounce back in The Garden | 09 Jun 2026 | 00:41:25 | |
On another special late night edition of The Dunker Spot, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to The Spurs snatching game 3 at MSG Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Knicks steal both games in San Antonio | 06 Jun 2026 | 00:43:50 | |
On a special late night edition of The Dunker Spot, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to a wild ending in San Antonio as the Knicks steal both road games as the series switches to MSG. Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Fever defense bounces back, dream offense check-in + Olivia Miles makes history | 05 Jun 2026 | 00:49:06 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to Thursday night's double-header, checking in on the Indiana Fever, Atlanta Dream, Minnesota Lynx and Golden State Valkyries. From there, the guys talk through the games they're most excited to watch over the next few days. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com 01:28 -- Fever-Dream 21:41 -- Lynx-Valkyries 40:22 -- Games of the Week(end) Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Spurs-Knicks Finals preview, saluting the Valkyries + a Fever defense check-in | 01 Jun 2026 | 01:28:59 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones turn their attention to the NBA Finals! The San Antonio Spurs, fresh off knocking off the Oklahoma City Thunder in a thrilling Game 7, are set to take on the New York Knicks in a 1999 Finals rematch. The guys explore the series from all angles: matchups, lineups, schemes, potential adjustments, swing factors and more. From there, the guys shift to the WNBA to bounce around! They check in on the Golden State Valkyries, currently sporting one of the best records in the league behind their two-way effectiveness. They then check back in with the Indiana Fever. Their defense -- and specifically the defense of Caitlin Clark -- became a major topic of discussion over the weekend. The guys have a nuanced conversation about where it is, the non-negotiables and what adjustments can be made. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com
13:10 Spurs-Knicks preview 51:41 Golden State Valkyries 01:07:07 Indiana Fever defense 01:24:01 Closing Thoughts (Dream/Fire, Leila Lacan, Phoenix Mercury) Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Thunder-Spurs Game 7 preview + Lynx & Wings check-ins | 29 May 2026 | 01:33:49 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| The Knicks are in the NBA Finals, Thunder-Spurs tied + WNBA check-ins | 26 May 2026 | 01:33:06 | |
We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Are the Cavs in trouble? Thunder bounce back + WNBA check-ins | 22 May 2026 | 01:32:02 | |
First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones continue with their Conference Finals analysis! Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||
| Spurs-Thunder instant classic, ECF thoughts + WNBA check-ins | 19 May 2026 | 01:28:25 | |
We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! 3:06 -- Spurs-Thunder Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network, yahoosports.tv and Yahoo Sports NBA on YouTube | |||