Locked On NBA – Daily Podcast On The National Basketball Association

On today’s Locked On NBA Game Night we discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jayson Tatum, Paul George, Mitchell Robinson, Victor Wembanyama, Dylan Harper, Fred VanVleet, Alperen Sengun, Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley, Donovan Mitchell, Tyrese Haliburton, Scottie Barnes, LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards, Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero, Kawhi Leonard, and NBA teams including the Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs, Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, Houston Rockets, Detroit Pistons, Cleveland Cavaliers, Indiana Pacers, Toronto Raptors, Minnesota Timberwolves, Orlando Magic, Denver Nuggets, and more.
Gavin Schall and Ku Khahil kick off their NBA Wins Draft, making predictions on which teams will win the most games this season. They debate whether the Oklahoma City Thunder or San Antonio Spurs are the favorites for the league’s best record.
Discussion moves to the Boston Celtics’ changes and their outlook in the East after major roster moves. The hosts weigh the Houston Rockets’ potential regular-season strength and if the New York Knicks can back up their championship run.
The Detroit Pistons’ defensive depth and star potential are analyzed, alongside skepticism and hopes for the Cavaliers, Pacers, and Raptors seasons. Roster health, player development, and coaching adjustments are examined for contenders like the Timberwolves, Nuggets, and Magic.
Throughout, they balance optimism and concern for top players like Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jayson Tatum, and Cade Cunningham, while previewing the impact of rising stars and new team identities across the NBA.
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Timestamps
0:00 Show Open
01:13 NBA Wins Draft Begins
10:13 Cleveland Cavaliers Regular Season Outlook
15:14 Toronto Raptors & Minnesota Timberwolves Projections
22:25 Rapid Fire: Final Picks & Surprises
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Boston Celtics outlast the Philadelphia 76ers as Kristaps Porzingis Jr. flashes unexpected upside, while Jayson Tatum and Tyrese Maxey look poised for All-NBA campaigns. Can the Celtics’ revamped rotation power them to the top of the Eastern Conference?
Haize 7 Swipa break down a packed NBA slate, featuring Nikola Jokic's well-rounded performance against the Los Angeles Lakers and DeMar DeRozan’s seamless fit in Denver. Key highlights include Cade Cunningham’s MVP-caliber potential for the Detroit Pistons, injury concerns for Franz Wagner and the Orlando Magic, and Yaxel Lindenberg’s instant impact for the Golden State Warriors. Plus, insights on the Dallas Mavericks’ shaky defense, Sacramento Kings’ tough road ahead, and rookie standouts making waves across the league. Which contenders are ready for a deep run, and whose stock is already on the rise as the regular season tips off?
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Houston Rockets surge after a standout preseason—could Amen Thompson and Fred VanVleet turn them into a Western Conference contender? Sharp takes on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Thunder, Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs, and the evolving Miami Heat dominate the conversation as teams’ stock rises and falls. Key names like Ja Morant, Scoot Henderson, and Jaden McDaniels generate buzz, with hosts scrutinizing rookie leaps, coaching intensity, and preseason overreactions.
Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore, and Hayes debate bold predictions: Will Cam Boozer become the first rookie since Oscar Robertson to post a 10-10-5 stat line? Are the Detroit Pistons poised to shock the East? With Most Improved Player sleepers, the Indiana Pacers’ urgent identity, and fan expectations clashing with preseason performances, this episode sets the stage for the NBA regular season’s biggest surprises.
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On this edition of Locked On NBA Game Night, Danny Cunningham (Locked On Cavs) and David Ramil (Locked On Heat) break down how the New York Knicks snap preseason skid, edging the Toronto Raptors 122-120 in a tightly contested matchup. With Jalen Brunson posting 20 points and Karl-Anthony Towns showcasing his impact as the offensive hub, the Knicks offered fans a preview of their retooled attack. The episode raises crucial questions about how New York plans to replace Mitchell Robinson’s irreplaceable presence on the glass—can Andre Drummond fill the void, or will the Knicks have to adapt their identity?
Houston Rockets flex their revamped roster with a 116-89 rout over the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jackson Gatlin spotlights Fred VanVleet’s influence and Amen Thompson’s athleticism, as the Rockets debut improved ball movement and depth. Meanwhile, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander struggles to lift an undermanned OKC squad. The discussion turns to the annual GM survey—are the Spurs and Thunder legitimate favorites for the 2027 NBA Finals? Who truly controls the balance of power in the East after a flurry of bold predictions?
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Are Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs about to TAKE OVER the NBA? The league's annual GM Survey is out, and NBA executives are overwhelmingly backing San Antonio to win the 2026-27 championship. Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore and Haize break down the biggest surprises from the survey on Locked On NBA Daily. With 50% of general managers picking the Spurs to win the Finals and 77% predicting Wembanyama will win MVP, are expectations getting out of control?

Then, Spurs coach Mitch Johnson unveils a fascinating new starting lineup featuring De'Aaron Fox, Dylan Harper, Stephon Castle, Devin Vassell and Wembanyama. Can San Antonio's three-guard experiment become a championship-winning formula?
Plus, the Philadelphia 76ers receive overwhelming praise for their offseason, and Giannis Antetokounmpo's move to Miami gets recognized as a potentially transformative acquisition. Finally, are the Houston Rockets becoming the NBA's most overlooked contender? The guys explain why Houston deserves more attention in the Western Conference championship race.
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