The Objective Basketball Podcast with Es & Lauren (sdpn)

Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by host of The Raptors Show William Lou. They go over everything from who will be the next coach of the Raptors to whether or not the team should be extending Pascal Siakam. What's the Raptors offseason plans? Find out all that and more here! 0:00 - Meet WIll Lou 10:00 - What should the Raptors do with their 1st-Round Pick pick? 22:30 - Who’s gonna be the next Toronto Raptors coach? 29:15 - Who stays? Who goes? Raptors Edition 37:45 - Will The Raptors Extend Pascal Siakam? 46:00 - NBA Conference Finals Talk

Esfandiar is joined by Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated to discuss the entire Eastern Conference playoff picture. Who wins in a Celtics v Bucks playoff series? Can the Cavaliers make some noise? What about the Knicks? Find out all that and more on this edition of the Objective Basketball Podcast

Esfandiar and Lauren discuss the recent struggles by the Dallas Mavericks and whether or not they believe they have what it takes to compete in the West. Then, which teams around the league have the most pressure heading into the 2023 NBA Playoffs?

In Episode 4 of ‘The Leap’, our NBA Reporter Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by Mavericks and NBA Reporter Grant Afseth to discuss Josh Green’s importance to the Dallas Mavericks next season, how he can work alongside Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic and how important his defense and playmaking will be to his future potential to become a star.

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the insanity that was the Miami Heat vs Milwaukee bucks series. How were the Heat able to complete the upset in just 5 games? Where do the Bucks go from here? Then, what happened to the Cavaliers vs. New York? Finally, we take a look at some of the 2nd round matchups and break them down

1:05 Draymond Green Suspension 4:10 Is the NBA rigging the series in favour of Sacremento 12:40 -Giannis Antetokounmpo Injury Analysis 14:30 - Can The Miami Heat pull off the upset? 17:50 Ja Morant injury 22:30 - Phoenix Suns/LA Clippers 30:50 - Cavaliers / Knicks Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the latest news around the NBA.

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the craziness of the NBA Conference Finals. Can the Miami Heat really complete the sweep over the Boston Celtics? What does the Western Conference finals loss mean for LeBron and the L.A. Lakers future? Finally, will Nick Nurse be the next head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks. Time Codes: 3:30 the Celtics are being DISMANTLED, What's Going On? 14:00 - Can The Heat Complete The Sweep? 21:25 Lakers/Nuggets 29:35 - Do you still believe in the Lakers core with LeBorn James? 35:25 - Carmelo Anthony retirement 41:00 - Milwaukee Bucks narrow their coaching search

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren meet up to play a game of true or false about the NBA. (4:45) Will Chet Holmgren win Rookie of the Year? (10:00) Will the Orlando Magic finish top 6 in the East? (13:30) And Will the Sacramento Kings make a mid-season trade? (21:12) + They check up on the Toronto Raptors and Dallas Mavericks (29:33) Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni |@TheLaurenGunn | @sdpnsports Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://igamingontario.ca/en/player/responsible-gambling Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Ontario Only. Must be 19+ or older to play.

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the blockbuster trade that saw Brooklyn Nets' PG Kyrie Irving moved to the Dallas Mavericks. What does this mean for the immediate and long-term future of both franchises? Then, the two discuss the latest news and stories from around the league including how Steph Curry's injury will affect the Golden State Warriors moving forward.

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the recent trade between the Los Angeles Lakes and Washington Wizards which saw Rui Hachimura end up in purple and gold. Then, which NBA team do we think are going to go all-in at the NBA trade deadline?

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren discuss the recent Dallas Mavericks vs Toronto Raptors game + discuss the rise of Tyrese Maxey and Anthony Edwards and how they're impacting the short term goals of the Philadelphia 76ers and Minnesota Timberwolves, respectively. 1:40 - Was Derek Lively’s absence the reason the Dallas Mavericks lost against the Raptors?? 11:00 - What stood out to Lauren from the Raptors performance last night as a non-fan?? 20:40 - Could Pascal Siakam be the missing piece of the Dallas Mavericks for a title-worthy team?? Where could we see him going?? 29:20 - Quick recap of all games around the league yesterday! 34:40 - Is it too soon to ring the alarm bells for the LA Lakers?? 40:20 - The Minnesota Timberwolves are off to a remarkable start - could they be foreshadowing a title-worthy team?? MORE FULL OBP EPISODES & CONTENT: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEicpXr6bt4S1uEnUwaZb9Za6 Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni & @TheLaurenGunn Follow us on Instagram: @JustEsBaraheni & @Laureenngunnnn For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren are joined by PHNX Sports Gerald Bourguet to discuss the start of the Phoenix Suns season. They haven't been healthy and Devin Booker, Bradley Beal, and Kevin Durant have played a single game together and it's led to a disappointing start. How can they bounce back?  Suns slow start (0:30) Suns big three injuries (4:05) How can they bounce back? (20:08) MORE FULL OBP EPISODES & CONTENT: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEicpXr6bt4S1uEnUwaZb9Za6 Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni & @TheLaurenGunn Follow us on Instagram: @JustEsBaraheni & @Laureenngunnnn For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren are joined by Noah Magaro-George of Air Alamo to discuss Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs who have gone on a massive losing streak to start the generational rookies career. How do we fix their problems? Is It too early to worry? 2:18 - What were the expectations of the San Antonio Spurs going into the season versus where the team is now? 4:30 - What are the reasons for why the Spurs situation is so concerning? 8:40 - What moves in the near future can the Spurs make to improve?? 13:00 - Do we think the hyped up Jeremy Sochan is going to help the Spurs long term or have we given up on him? 15:30 - Do we foresee any significant lineup changes providing opportunities for the younger guys or where do we see them fitting on the Spurs long term? 21:50 - Thoughts on how Victor Wembanyama has progressed so far this season?? 28:30 - What would Noah’s ideal plan be for Wemby long term to help elevate his game / for the Spurs?? 31:30 - Are we concerned for Devin Vassell’s availability due to his injury last year or is there nothing to worry about? 54:50 - Do we think the Spurs are in the market to make a trade?? 36:20 - Could you see the Spurs seeking a longer contract guy? Devion Mitchell? Tre Mann? We throw out some other intriguing names as well! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3oKVEIY. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast Get started on Betano today: https://signup.expert/sdpn/Betano/AB Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni | @TheLaurenGunn | @sdpnsports Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://igamingontario.ca/en/player/responsible-gambling Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Ontario Only. Must be 19+ or older to play.

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren are joined by DallasBasketball.com's Grant Afseth to discuss the Dallas Mavericks, Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and their impressive start to the season. 2:00 - What does Dallas Mavericks guest insider Grant Afseth think of their season so far? 3:08 - What does Grant think are some solutions the Mavs can look at to fix their poor defence situation? 6:10 - Thoughts on Dereck Lively’s performance so far? 13:00 - Has Josh Green been overhyped this year? 16:45 - Why do the Mavs have an odd rotation/ lineup system? 26:54 - Do we think Kyrie and Luka have a strong chemistry or should play less together? 31:04 - What opportunities do we see Jaden Hardy establishing himself for the Mavs or is it too early to tell? 44:00 - Any names interesting Grant for the Mavericks in the future? Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3oKVEIY. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni | @TheLaurenGunn | @sdpnsports Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://igamingontario.ca/en/player/responsible-gambling Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Ontario Only. Must be 19+ or older to play. #nba #basketball #commentary

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren sit down to talk about 4 teams that might have to hit the panic button on their seasons: Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, Chicago Bulls and Atlanta Hawks and how they should move forward + they discuss if Steph Curry, Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors dynasty is over. 5:40 - Our reactions to the ridiculous dramatic Giannis basketball situation... but who's side is everyone on?? 13:30 - How do we interpret the Draymond Green “indefinite” suspension? 19:30 - Do we think the Golden State Warriors have any chance at recovering this season?? 37:30 - Are the Cleveland Cavaliers in need of pressing the panic button soon? 46:00 - Do the Chicago Bulls need to rebuild their team or attempt to stay competitive right now? 50:00 - Are the Atlanta Hawks neglecting the younger side of their roster too much? 54:45 - Do we think there’s a guy from the Hawks that could be appealing to the Raptors? Follow us on Twitter: @sdpnsports @TheLaurenGunn @JustEsBaraheni Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://igamingontario.ca/en/player/responsible-gambling Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Ontario Only. Must be 19+ or older to play. #nba #torontoraptors #commentary

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren are joined by Portland Trail Blazers beat reporter Sean Highkin to discuss the start of the Blazers rebuild. How Scoot Henderson is shaking off the rough start, how Shaedon Sharpe is coming into his own, Deandre Ayton + lots of trade discussions. 1:20 What are the vibes of the Portland Trailblazers season so far? 03:30 Long-Term Outlook for head coach Chauncey Billups?? 09:35 Defensive Improvements and Impact of Players?? 12:10 Shaden Sharp's Development and fit in the trio of guards 17:10 What can we expect from Deandre Ayton's Progress and Long-Term Fit as the franchise centre?? 21:35 Scoot Henderson's Growth and Impact for the Trailblazers 28:45 Malcolm Brogdon's Leadership and Impact on Young Players 38:30 Trade Scenarios and Potential Moves for the Trailblazers? 47:03 Is Portland content with their current roster?? Follow us on Twitter: @sdpnsports @TheLaurenGunn @JustEsBaraheni AND our special guest @Highken Subscribe to the Rose Garden Report newsletter and podcast for comprehensive, independent coverage of the Portland Trail Blazers below!! https://www.rosegardenreport.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://igamingontario.ca/en/player/responsible-gambling Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Ontario Only. Must be 19+ or older to play.

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren are joined by wordsmith and analyst Caitlin Cooper to discuss all things Indiana Pacers-related. How Tyrese Haliburton has become an offensive superstar, how they are on a historic pace, why the defense has been bad and some trade ideas to help them reach the next level. 01:35 Addressing the Indiana Pacers’ Early Season Success and Defensive Issues 07:35 Tyrese Haliburton's Offensive Contributions? 13:37 Handling Defensive Switches and Traps 16:29 Improving Ball Handling Against Defensive Coverages 22:32 Rick Carlisle's Coaching Style and Flexibility 32:33 Discussion on the Pacers' defensive struggles 35:25 Potential new offensive scheme in the NBA?? 38:41 Coaching and its impact on the Pacers 43:57 Possibility of the Pacers being buyers this season?? 47:04 Potential trade targets for the Pacers?? Maybe with the Raptors?? 54:46 The future of the Pacers' young players 01:03:04 The Challenges of Being Caitlin Cooper! Follow us on Twitter: @sdpnsports @TheLaurenGunn @JustEsBaraheni AND our special guest @C2_cooper Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://igamingontario.ca/en/player/responsible-gambling Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Ontario Only. Must be 19+ or older to play. #nba #torontoraptors #commentary

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Happy Holidays! Es and Lauren debate who should win MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Most Improved, Sixth Man, Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year and more -- quarter of the way through the season. 00:00 Holiday Traditions / NBA New Year predictions! 2:14 Rookie of the Year?? 08:30 Clutch Player of the Year?? 11:23 Sixth Man of the Year?? 16:45 Coach of the Year?? 19:51 Defensive Player of the Year?? 21:22 Most Improved Player?? 28:30 Most Valuable Player?? Follow us on Twitter: @sdpnsports @TheLaurenGunn @JustEsBaraheni Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://igamingontario.ca/en/player/responsible-gambling Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Ontario Only. Must be 19+ or older to play. #nba #torontoraptors #commentary

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the results of the recent NBA play-in games. What will the off-season look like for the Toronto Raptors? Then, they preview both the Grizzlies vs Lakers and Celtics vs Hawks playoff matchups.

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the 2023 NBA All-Star game full rosters now that they've been announced and share their thoughts on some of the biggest snubs. Then, the two of them discuss the OG Anunoby trade rumours and share their thoughts on where they believe he could end up.

 In Episode 2 of ‘The Leap’, our NBA Reporter Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by Analyst for Swish Theory and beat-writer for the Golden State Warriors, Charlie Cummings. Es and Charlie discuss Jonathan Kuminga’s first 2 seasons in the NBA, how he’s been hindered and how the acquisition of Chris Paul can help open up new areas of his game.

The NBA Season is here! Esfandiar Baraheni discusses the Toronto Raptors home-opener versus the Minnesota Timberwolves, meanwhile, Lauren Gunn and Es discuss the Mavericks beating Victor Wembanyama in his Spurs debut. Also, the two discuss the Bulls' awful first game and their players-only meeting. Could this be a bad omen? 1:30 - MAIN TAKE AWAYS FROM MAVS vs SPURS? 5:50 - Are we worried Victor Wembanyama will struggle this season after his game 1 performance? 9:30 - How does Lauren feel after the Mavs ALARMING defensive performance?  16:25 - Our thoughts on Kellan Grady only playing 2 minutes the first game 20:45 - Why the Rockets vs Magic game was ROUGH… 22:20 - Why the Celtics vs Knicks game was such an incredible watch… 28:20 - How is the rotation going to work / look for the final form with the Phoenix Suns? 30:30 - LA Clippers said “no” to James Harden… Now what?? 34:15 - What are our #1 league pass teams this season?? 36:00 - Breaking down the savage DeMar DeRozan quote Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni & @TheLaurenGunn Follow us on Instagram: @JustEsBaraheni & @Laureenngunnnn For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca

Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by Imman Adan to discuss the 2023 NBA Race and some of the controversy surrounding the debate. Then, they dive into the recent struggles of the Toronto Raptors.

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren discuss the In-Season Tournament knockout stage. Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers are shocking the world + LeBron James continues to defy Father Time leading the Lakers to the Final for the NBA Cup (5:07). They also discuss what issues are prevailing for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard and the Milwaukee Bucks and Zion Williamson's funk with the Pelicans. (25:12) Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3oKVEIY. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast Get started on Betano today: https://signup.expert/sdpn/Betano/AB Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni | @TheLaurenGunn | @sdpnsports Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://igamingontario.ca/en/player/responsible-gambling Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Ontario Only. Must be 19+ or older to play.

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Happy New Year!! On this episode, Lauren and Es go through all 30 NBA teams & pin point at least one resolution each team should set for themselves as we enter the 2024 part of the season. 03:45 New Year's resolutions for NBA teams 04:09 Atlanta Hawks 06:09 Boston Celtics 07:55 Brooklyn Nets 08:49 Chicago Bulls 09:36 Charlotte Hornets 12:00 Dallas Mavericks 14:40 Denver Nuggets 16:00 Detroit Pistons 17:20 Golden State Warriors 19:40 Houston Rockets  21:30 LA Clippers  23:10 Los Angeles Lakers 26:20 Memphis Grizzlies 28:35 Miami Heat 31:10 Minnesota Timberwolves 34:10 New Orleans Pelicans 35:00 New York Knicks 36:30 Oklahoma City Thunder 38:07 Orlando Magic 39:50 Philadelphia 76ers 40:45 Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, San Antonio Spurs 45:50 Toronto Raptors 47:08 Utah Jazz 49:00 Washington Wizards Follow us on Twitter: @sdpnsports @TheLaurenGunn @JustEsBaraheni Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://igamingontario.ca/en/player/responsible-gambling Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Ontario Only. Must be 19+ or older to play. #nba #torontoraptors #commentary

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn react live to the NBA Trade deadline as it comes to a close. What did they think of some of the biggest moves and lack thereof by some of the teams around the league.

In Episode 5 of ‘The Leap’, our NBA Reporter Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by Swish Theory writer and Orlando Magic aficionado Beyond The RK to discuss Jalen Suggs potential as a 2-way guard, how he can crack the Magic starting-lineup and what he needs to do to become a star point-guard.

Es and Lauren are joined by Hoop Venue to catch you up on everything going on around the NBA Playoffs. How were the Nuggets able to beat the Suns? Which team between the lakers and Warriors would give the Nuggets the hardest time? Will Los Angeles be able to beat golden State tonight? Find out all that and more here! Timecodes: 1:40 Phoenix Suns eliminated 15:45 Trade Theories 24:30 Nuggets vs Lakers or Warriors 30:45 All NBA teams 40:55 - Playoff predictions 43:20 Celtics v 76ers 47:30 Knicks v Heat 51:00 Lakers v Warriors

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn take a look at the craziness of the NBA Eastern Conference Final. Can the Boston Celtics actually complete the comeback and win in 7 games or will Jimmy Butler and the Heat wake up? Then, which of those two team will give the Denver Nuggets more trouble?

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn share their thoughts on the latest news around the NBA including Steph Curry making his return to the Golden State Warriors lineup. Then, the two of them go over the players they believe are most likely to be on the move before the 2023 NBA Trade deadline including but not limited to: Zach Lavine, Gary Trent Jr. and Deandre Ayton.

Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by Rusty Buckets to recap everything that went down during NBA Summer League. Which players surprised? Victor Wembanyama look? (5:30) How does he compare to Chet Holmgrem? (10:00) What does this upcoming season look like for the Chicago Bulls? (14:00) Rusty's Top-5 Albums of All time (24:00)

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the craziness that was Game 7 between the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics. Then, now that the Heat have punched their ticket to the finals how will they perform against the Denver Nuggets? Do they even have a chance? Finally, Nick Nurse is hired as the next head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers. 0:00 Celtics vs. Heat Game 7 Recap and Analysis 23:30 Is Joe Mazzulla on the hot seat? 31:10 - NBA Finals Preview 43:18 - Nick Nurse Hired By Philadelphia

Esfandiar Baraheni reacts to the huge trade which saw Bradley Beal sent to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Chris Paul, Landry Shamet, a handful of second-round picks, and multiple pick swaps. Then, Es Interviews Andre Miller on his 17-year career, the Nuggets title, Peyton Watson, Carmelo retiring, and his transition to coaching a new era of hoopers.

The season finale of the objective basketball Podcast features a Bronny Update, early 2023-24 Season Preview talk and then we take questions from the mailbag! 1:10 Bronny Update 4:42 Jaylen Brown extension 17:20 - What would be considered a success/failure for the Raps and Mavs? 20:20 - Which young team that makes a leap in the standings? 25:40 - Do you trust the Raps with the rebuild? 28:35 - Should the Knicks stay the course or go all-in? 33:05 - Which teams will you watch the most next season? 37:10 - Whats the Lakers next move? 39:30 - What’s Precious’ ceiling? 40:10 - Cast the NBA love island + Barbenheimer Matchup 42:40 - Most controversial food take (Lauren loves Arbys) 43:50 - What WNBA player would fit on an NBA team? 45:20 - Would you rather be locked in a cage with a Komodo dragon, 50 Tarantulas, or a 12 foot Venomous Snake?

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren are joined by Memphis Grizzlies beat writer Aimee Stiegemeyer to discuss their 1-6 start to the season, how Marcus Smart looks, what Ja Morant will look like once he's back, and the development of Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. 1:30 - Aimee’s takeaways from the Memphis Grizzlies first win of the season?? 11:00 - Is the 3-pointer offence still in works of building chemistry or do they need changes? 13:20 - Is it the multiple injuries of star players on the Grizzlies causing the damage of this team’s start or is it a deeper issue? 16:10 - Which younger guys could Aimee see being potential stars for the Grizzlies?? 20:00 - What do we think the Grizzlies approach is for the numerous amount of younger guys they’ve got? Who will get more minutes? Who will be traded? Etc. 22:40 - Is it a great or poor strategy that the Grizzlies are amazing at drafting well but getting rid of draft players so quickly? 26:00 - Why has the Grizzlies’ defence plummeted since last year after no major changes?? 29:25 - RAPID FIRE Q&A SEGEMENT!! 37:00 - Could Karl Anthony Townes be the missing piece for the Grizzlies right now? 38:40 - What does Aimee think the final win total will be for the Grizzles this year? MORE FULL OBP EPISODES & CONTENT: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEicpXr6bt4S1uEnUwaZb9Za6 Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni & @TheLaurenGunn Follow us on Instagram: @JustEsBaraheni & @Laureenngunnnn For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca

Time Codes: 0:00 NBA Finals Game 2 Recap 10:25 Can Monty Williams fix the Pistons? 20:00 Will Cade Cunningham flourish under Monty? 30:00 Will The Pistons Be A Playoff Team Next Season? 38:00 Will The pistons Trade Their 5th Overall Pick? Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by the hosts of the Pistons pulse podcast Omari Sankofa II & Bryce Simon to discuss the future outlook of the Detroit pistons following their decision to hire Monty Williams to be their next head coach. Then, could they be shopping the 5th overall pick? Could the Toronto Raptors be one of the teams set to acquire the selection? Find out all that and more including an NBA Finals Game 2 recap here.

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the latest news around the NBA. They go over everything from the All-NBA teams being announced, the NBA Draft Lottery and the craziness of the NBA Playoffs. 3:00 NBA All-Rookie Teams Announced 8:30 Previous all-rookie teams & snubs 13:20 NBA All-Defence Teams 23:30 76ers v Celtics 26:40 Lakers v Warriors 29:00 Nuggets v Suns 34:00 Heat v Knicks 38:50 Can The Warriors make the comeback? 44:00 Is Wembanyama the best prospect since LeBron James?

Lauren Gunn and Esfandiar Baraheni kick off the Objective Basketball Podcast by going over some of the biggest burning questions around the NBA: Is it time for the Lakers to go all-in and load up for another title run? What can the Mavs do to get Luka Doncic some help!? Are the Bulls DONE? Es & Gunn got you covered on all that and more! Follow us on Twitter:@JustEsBaraheni, @TheLaurenGunn

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es is joined by Dane Moore of the Dane Moore NBA Podcast to discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves and their hot start to the season. How much of it is real? (2:05) + The two talk about the future of Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Rudy Gobert at the center of it all. (35:00) Objective Basketball Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3oKVEIY... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast... Youtube:    • The Timberwolves And Sixers Look GOOD...   Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to co Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content!

Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by Ryan Blackburn of Mile High Sports to discuss the Denver nuggets winning the 2023 NBA Championship. How did they do it? What was most impressive about their run? Are they now the new kings of Denver? Then, Es breaks down the Raptors new Head Coaching hire and what it was like at the opening press conference in Toronto.

In Episode 3 of ‘The Leap’, our NBA Reporter Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by analyst and writer for the New Orleans Pelicans, Shamit Dua. Es and Shamit discuss Trey Murphy’s potential to breakout next season, how he works next to Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson and how to maximize his chances of becoming a star in the NBA.

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the recent breaking news that Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving has requested a trade. Where could he end up? Will he be a rental or do we think someone will have him in their long-term plans?

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the latest controversy involving the NBA and it's officials following the dramatic ending between the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics where, as time expired, referees missed a blatant foul on LeBron James. Then, they break down the recent success of the Philadelphia 76ers and Los Angeles Clippers

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss how some of the new faces in new places have been performing. How do we feel about Kyrie Irving's firs t look as a member of the Dallas Mavericks? What about D'Angelo Russell and the Lakers? Then, we discuss some of the biggest candidates to be bought out and where they could end up.

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn share their predictions for the entirety of the 2023 NBA Playoffs. Who will win the play-in series' in either conference? Who will ultimately make the NBA Finals? Which team will take home the Larry O'Brien trophy?

Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by Samson Folk of Raptors Republic to discuss what the future holds for the Toronto Raptors. Who will be their next head coach? What moves will they make this summer? Find out all that and more here!

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren are joined by Adam Taylor of the Green With Envy Podcast and Celtics Blog to discuss how the Boston Celtics are dominating their way through the NBA, 1 month into the season.(5:06) How Jaylen Brown has committed to his new role, how Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porzingis look, and if he feels confident in their title chances this season. (21:41) Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni | @TheLaurenGunn | @sdpnsports Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://igamingontario.ca/en/player/responsible-gambling Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Ontario Only. Must be 19+ or older to play.

Esfandiar and Lauren cover all of the latest around the NBA including Ja Morant's suspension and return to the Grizzlies, Draymond Green's suspension, Michael Jordan's potential sale of the Charlotte Hornets & More! Then, Esfandiar Baraheni sits down with Raptors guard Malachi Flynn to discuss his pro-am performances, his path to the NBA, life in Washington and Toronto and his career as a member of the Raptors.

Lauren and Esfandiar are back to discuss the 76ers vs. Nuggets aftermath and NBA Playoff race. Then, is Damian Lillard's time in Portland coming to an end? Finally, are there any concerns over how Kevin Durant and the Suns are currently playing together?

In Episode 6 of ‘The Leap’, our NBA Reporter Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by Air Alamo Editor-in-Chief Noah Magaro-George to discuss the growth of Spurs guard Devin Vassell, how Victor Wembanyama’s presence can help him expand his game and what areas of his game he still needs to develop.

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren discuss the new ownership change of the Dallas Mavericks and dive into what it might mean for the future of the franchise and its intrepid owner Mark Cuban (4:15). Plus, they give updates on the Raptors and Mavs and dive into the in-season tournament (21:00).  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3oKVEIY. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni | @TheLaurenGunn | @sdpnsports Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://igamingontario.ca/en/player/responsible-gambling Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Ontario Only. Must be 19+ or older to play.

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the somewhat surprising MVP award win by Philadelphia 76ers star Center Joel Embiid. Then, Dillon Brooks and the Memphis Grizzlies have decided to part ways, where could he end up this summer? Finally, they breakdown some of the remaining Playoffs series in the NBA: TIMECODES 0:00 Embiid MVP  8:45 Dillon Brooks 28:20 Heat v Knicks 31:45 76ers v Celtics 42:05 Suns v Nuggets 46:00 Grizzlies Offseason Plans 53:50 Sacremento Kings

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren discuss the details of the James Harden trade, how it looks for the Clippers and Sixers and give updates on the Mavericks and Raptors. 1:00 - How do we think the addition of James Harden will turn out in LA after his spicy press conference?? 14:10 - Do we think the 76ers and the Clippers are in strong positions right now looking at their futures? 18:00 - Recapping the Raptors absolutely DEMOLISHING the Bucks… 32:05 - Breaking down The Dallas Mavs SHOCKING start to the season 36:10 - What are Lauren’s thoughts on the Mavs’ defence right now? Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni & @TheLaurenGunn Follow us on Instagram: @JustEsBaraheni & @Laureenngunnnn For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat. How can Miami get back in this series? Then, the Pistons have hired Monty Williams to be their next Head Coach so we breakdown that decision. Finally, we let you know how we believe the rest of the NBA Finals is going to play out.

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn react to the John Collins trade to the Utah Jazz. Who won the deal? Then, they dive into the upcoming NBA Free Agency and discuss a few of the big names like Fred VanVleet and and Brook Lopez. Where do we believe they'll end up!?

There is no return in sight for Grizzlies star Ja Morant. What does this mean for his future this season and how could it affect the Memphis Grizzlies. Then, New York Knicks beat reporter Kris Pursianinen joins the show to discuss the current state of the Knicks and how this team has turned the 2022-23 season around. Should fans be concerned about the defence? What should fans expect from NY this offseason?

Join Es Baraheni as he recaps his experience in Slat Lake City, Utah for the 2023 NBA All-Star game. Could this be the worst game ever? How will LeBron James' injury in the All-Star game affect the Los Angeles Lakers moving forward? Does something need to change when it comes to NBA All-Star Saturday night?

Senior NBA Draft Analyst Matt Babcock joins Esfandiar to discuss the 2023 NBA Draft. Find out why Victor Wembanyama is still the clear cut #1 overall selection and how matt believes he'll be utilized in the NBA. Then, they get into the rest of the draft board and discuss some of the other prospects you should be keeping your eye on.

In Episode 1 of ‘The Leap’, our NBA Reporter Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by host of the Pull-Up Tre podcast on the Raptors Republic network, Trevon Heath, to discuss Toronto Raptors forward Precious Achiuwa. Esfandiar and Trevon discuss how far Achiuwa has come in his career so far, what the addition of Head Coach Darko Rajakovic might mean for him and how his development path may depend on what happens with Pascal Siakam.

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! For Episode one, Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by Ti Windisch to discuss Damian Lillard, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the Milwaukee Bucks, and how they stack up against the Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Miami Heat. Also, Esfandiar is joined by Raj Chipalu to discuss LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers, how they stack up against the defending champion Denver Nuggets, Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns, and Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors. 2:30 - Eastern Conference 32:30 - Western Conference Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to co Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content!

Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by Jackson Frank of Dime and SB Nation to preview the entirety of the Western Conference playoffs. What will the matchups ultimately be? Which of the top-4 teams have the best chance at winning the title? Are the Denver Nuggets the team to beat? Are there any surprise teams to keep an eye on?

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn are back for another episode where they go over everything from the Houston Rockets hiring Ime Udoka to be their next head coach to the New York Knicks being 1 win away from finally winning another playoff series.

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! For Episode two, Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn dive into their 10 storylines to watch for in the 2023-2024 NBA season. Will the Rockets experiment work? How long will James Harden remain a Sixer? When will the Raptors blow it up? Should we worry about the Mavericks? Can LeBron and Anthony Davis stay healthy for the Lakers? 2:32 - What do we think will happen for Philadelphia’s James Harden situation!? 8:20 - Can the experiment in Houston work?! 14:40 - Are the Cleveland Cavaliers bound for doomsday?! 21:00 - How will the lakers manage their minutes / how healthy will LeBron & Anthony Davis be? 25:40 - How does Miami get back into title contention?? 29:00 - Is the glass half empty or half full for Miami’s situation? 32:25 - Do we think Oklahoma City will surprise some people?? 37:50 - Is this the final year of the Kawhi core with the LA Clippers?! 42:05 - Do we trust Phoenix’s infrastructure?? 46:00 - What is the next big player acquisition move for the Dallas Mavericks?? 53:00 - When do we think the Raptors pull the plug on Pascal Siakam?? Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to co Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni & @TheLaurenGunn Follow us on Instagram: @JustEsBaraheni & @Laureenngunnnn For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren discuss the struggling Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets plus they hype up the striving New Orleans Pelicans and Es rants about Immanuel Quickley to the Raptors. 0:00 - Intro to Trade Season! 3:00 - Not looking great for the LA Lakers 13:00 - Could the Lakers make any trades?? Who could they be looking at? 16:05 - The Brooklyn Nets are REALLY struggling… 19:40 - How can the Nets solve this problem with some trades?? 24:15 - New Orleans Pelicans are THRIVING!! What is required for them to stay this way? 28:16 - There’s lots of positive foreshadowing for The Toronto Raptors! 35:34 - Kyrie Irving is BACK & better than ever with the Dallas Mavericks / potential trade options for the Mavs?? 41:19 - Potential top trading teams in general for the Eastern Conference / Western Conference?? Follow us on Twitter: @sdpnsports @TheLaurenGunn @JustEsBaraheni Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Any opinion expressed is not advice, a promise or suggestion that increases the chance of winning. Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. To learn more, visit: https://igamingontario.ca/en/player/responsible-gambling Or if you have concerns about a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600. Ontario Only. Must be 19+ or older to play. #nba #torontoraptors #commentary

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren are joined by Natalie Esquire of NBC Sports to discuss the slumping Golden State Warriors, how Steph Curry can revitalize the team and what Draymond Green's return means for the team.  0:00 - Welcome Golden State Warriors insider, Natalie Esquire!!  2:20 - How does Natalie feel about the current state of the Warriors? 4:40 - Addressing all the change going on with the Warriors and what directions they should be going forward with 9:00 - Exploring potential trade options for Pascal Siakim 13:41 - Other potential trades for the Warriors? Which players would Natalie want the Warriors to chase? 26:15 - The possibility of moving Dreymond Green?? 32:00 - The Challenges of Making Significant Changes Mid-Season 35:40 - Why isn’t there an incentive in place for making trades early in the NBA?? 37:15 - Possibility of Reuniting with Nick Nurse in Philly?? 39:20 - Teams with Cap Space and Siakam's Market Value 40:40 - Raptors Fans' Expectations for Siakam's Trade Objective Basketball Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3oKVEIY... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast... Youtube:    • The Timberwolves And Sixers Look GOOD...   Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to co Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! #draymondgreen #stephcurry #nba

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn are joined by Alex Hoops to discuss everything that went down at NBA Summer League and to debate which teams they believe have the best chance for improvement this season. 3:00 Summer League is over, updates 5:00 OKC Thunder  21:12 Orlando Magic offseason 32:00 Raptors quick mention, what the hell is this team? 33:00 Detroit Pistons, do they even crack 25 wins? 45:30 - Houston Rockets 56:00 - Ranking NBA teams by their young cores

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the Atlanta Hawks decision to fire Nate McMillan. Then, Russell Westbrook has found a new home with the Clippers! Finally, Alec Sturm joins the show to discuss the new look Brooklyn Nets!

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the emergence of the Sacramento Kings this season and whether or not they believe they can be an actual threat in the Western Conference come playoffs. Then, what's going on with the Lakers and Clippers? Finally, Steph Curry is back so we chat a little Warriors basketball.

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the 2023 NBA Draft. Will 1st overall pick Victor Wembanyama live up to the hype? Then, how will Chris Paul fit in on the Golden State Warriors? Also, Damian Lillard looks like he may be traded soon! Finally, we dive into nBA Free Agency

Esfandiar and Lauren discuss the Milwaukee Bucks shocking decision to fire head coach Mike Budenholzer and whether or not they believe he is a fit in Toronto with the Raptors. Then, they catch you up on everything going on in Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs. Who's got the edge between the Lakers and Warriors? Can the Nuggets really keep dominating the Suns? find out all that and more here! Timecodes: 0:50 Mike Budenholzer firing 10:33 Lakers/Warriors 22:40 - Celtics/76ers 30:04 - Nuggets/Suns

James Harden 0:00 Damian Lillard 15:30 Free Agency Winners & Losers 30:00 Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by Bryan Toporek of Bleacher Report to discuss craziness of NBA Free Agency. What moves do they like? What moves left them scratching their heads? Can James Harden return to his all-star form if and when he's traded? Find out all that and more here!

Join Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn as they share their picks for which NBA teams they believe have the best young cores.

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn discuss the Golden State Warriors being eliminated by the Los Angeles Lakers and where they'll go from here. Then, they get into the disappointing playoffs for both the Suns and Knicks. Finally we preview both conference finals. Can LeBron and the Lakers beat the Denver Nuggets? 2:00 - Celtics v 76ers 10:40 - Warriors Eliminated 18:20 - New York Knicks Talk 21:50 - Phoenix Suns debrief 23:40 - Coaching Carousel 29:30 - Conference Finals talk 41:52 - Nuggets/Lakers 56:26 Ja Morant

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Esfandiar and Lauren are here to talk about the latest rumors that the Chicago Bulls are looking to blow things up. Where will Zach LaVine go? How about DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso? And Esfandiar goes in on the Bulls' recent history of bad luck.  (2:10) Where will Zach LaVine go? (13:50) DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso possible destinations  (37:40) Chicago Bulls sad 20 year run Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni | @TheLaurenGunn | @SDPNSports Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content!

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! Es and Lauren discuss the new in-season tournament details + Es is joined by Bryan Toporek to discuss the new-look Philadelphia 76ers, Tyrese Maxey's ascension, and how the lack of James Harden has opened up things for the rest of the team. 1:40 - Breaking down Tyrese Maxey's ascension 4:45 - Do we like the new look of the in-season tournament details or are they changing too much? 12:48 - Interview with Philadelphia Sixers insider Bryan Toporek! 14:05 - How does Bryan feel about the Sixers team currently?? 18:40 - Do we trust the depth in the Sixers roster for an 82-game season?? 25:00 - What has Bryan noticed this year versus last year with the Sixers defensive situation? With and without James Harden? 28:10 - Do the Sixers even need Harden still or can they hold their own without him this season? Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni & @TheLaurenGunn Follow us on Instagram: @JustEsBaraheni & @Laureenngunnnn For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca

The Objective Basketball Podcast is BACK! And so is the NBA regular season! Who will win MVP? How will win Most Improved Player? Will it be Victor Wembanyama or Chet Holmgren for Rookie of the Year? Lauren and Es discuss all the NBA awards for the year + make their predictions for how the season goes. 1:50 - Rookie of the Year? 6:40 - Coach of the Year? 9:55 - Most Improved Player? 16:53 - Sixth Man of the Year? 21:50 - Defensive Player of the Year? 28:06 - MOST VALUABLE PLAYER? 35:10 - Who Wins the Eastern Conference? 38:46 - Who Wins the Western Conference? 40:58 - Western Conference Finals Matchup? 44:14 - Eastern Conference Finals Matchup? 47:50 - NBA FINAL CHAMPS? Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team and discuss the opportunity to integrate your brand within our content! Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Follow us on Twitter: @JustEsBaraheni & @TheLaurenGunn Follow us on Instagram: @JustEsBaraheni & @Laureenngunnnn For general inquiries email: info@sdpn.ca

Lauren Gunn and Esfandiar Baraheni share their predictions for all of the 2023 NBA Awards. Is Nikola Jokic going to win his 3rd straight MVP? I the ROTY award all but decided already? Will Quickley take home the sixth-man award? Find out all that and more!

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn share their picks for the NBA mid-season awards. Who deserves to win MVP? Who's the coach of the year? Which teams are the biggest pretenders or contenders? Find out all that and more here! Timecodes: 15:18 Most Depressing Team 20:37 Most Exciting Team 27:25 Most Disappointing Team 30:18 Which Team Will Surge In the 2nd Half? 35:44 Favorite Team To Watch 38:15 Which Superstar Is On The Trade Block? 40:17 Rookie Of The Year 41:34 Most Improved Player 46:00 Defensive Player Of The Year 50:36 6th Man Of The Year 53:20 Coach Of The Year 57:31 Who's The NBA MVP?

Lauren Gunn and Esfandiar Baraheni share their thoughts on the 2023 NBA All-Star Game Starters. Do they agree with the picks? Who would they have swapped in or out? Then, the two of them discuss which players they believe will fill out the rest of the rosters.

Esfandiar Baraheni is joined by Mikai Bruce and Trevon Heath to discuss Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat. Can Denver be stopped? How do we feel about both Jokic and Murray putting up triple-doubles in the same game!? Has Murray's performance in these playoffs vaulted him into the elite guard conversation?

Esfandiar Baraheni and Lauren Gunn are joined by Raj Chipalu of Playback to discuss the crazy Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks game and what it means for both teams moving forward