The Dunker Spot

We have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones continue with their Conference Finals analysis!

The New York Knicks have punched their ticket to the NBA Finals for the first time in nearly 30 years! The guys discuss how they sealed the deal and close the chapter on the Cavs' season.

From there, the guys shift to the West to break down the currently-tied series between the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs. They discuss the biggest storylines, adjustments from Game 3 to Game 4, and the potential counterpunches the Thunder may throw in Game 5 and beyond.

Finally, the guys shift to the WNBA to bounce around! They check in on the New York Liberty in the midst of a shaky start. They then salute the interesting starts of the Portland Fire and Seattle Storm as they both look to establish their principles and empower their young players.

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1:43 -Salute to the New York Knicks

31:45 Thunder-Spurs

55:15 New York Liberty

1:13:40 Portland Fire

01:24:48 Seattle Storm

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First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones continue with their Conference Finals analysis!

We have two games in the chamber between the New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers. The guys discuss the Knicks' 2-0 series lead: how they got there, the questions the Cavs will have to answer, and potential tweaks we may see moving forward.

From there, the guys shift to the West to break down the Oklahoma City Thunder's series-tying Game 2 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. They discuss the biggest storylines, adjustments from Game 1 to Game 2, and the potential counterpunches the Spurs may throw in Game 3.

Finally, the guys shift to the WNBA to bounce around! They check in on the 3-2 Indiana Fever and 3-3 Toronto Tempo as they both look to establish themselves on both ends of the floor. They then share the games they're most looking forward to over the weekend, and close with a mix of player shoutouts and a Free Throw that still has Nekias shaking his head.

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01:02 Cavs-Knicks

31:36 Spurs-Thunder

56:06 Indiana Fever

01:11:38 Toronto Tempo

01:22:38 Games of the Week(end)

01:27:31 Player shoutouts

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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones gear up for the Conference Final!

They discuss the all-time classic we witnessed in Game 1 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs, with Victor Wembanyama breaking our brains en route to a victory. From the loud performances, quieter adjustments, and biggest questions heading into Game 2 and beyond, the guys cover it all.

From there, the guys put a bow on the Eastern Conference semifinals. They salute the season of the Detroit Pistons, praise the Cleveland Cavaliers for their dominant Game 7 victory, then spend a little more time previewing their upcoming matchup against the New York Knicks.

Finally, the guys shift to the WNBA to bounce around! They discuss the 4-1 Las Vegas Aces and some of the structural differences (allocation of touches, pace of play) they've displayed so far. They also circle back to the Dallas Wings following a bounce-back win over the Washington Mystics, examine the interesting start (and rotation patterns) of the Mystics, and salute some early rookie standouts.

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3:06 -- Spurs-Thunder

39:39 -- Cavs-Pistons wrap-up

46:45 -- Cavs-Knicks

54:54 -- Las Vegas Aces

1:07:50 -- Dallas Wings

1:12:32 -- Washington Mystics

1:21:06 -- Quick Indiana Fever thoughts

1:24:45 -- Rookie shoutouts

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We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones continue dissecting second round playoff action!

The Cleveland Cavaliers and the San Antonio Spurs have taken 3-2 series leads over the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves respectively. The guys discuss what happened in Game 5, what they'll be looking for in Game 6 and 7 (if needed), and give early thoughts on Spurs-Thunder and Cavs-Knicks just in case the Conference Finals start before Tuesday.

From there, the guys shift to the WNBA to bounce around! They discuss the Dallas Wings' tough loss to the Minnesota Lynx, the ensuing postgame presser from Wings head coach Jose Fernandez, and the early returns (and growth areas) for the Wings' defense. They also check in on the Los Angeles Sparks, salute the currently-undefeated Chicago Sky and Atlanta Dream, and share the games they're most excited about heading into the weekend.

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at [email protected]

(1:53) Cavaliers-Pistons

(16:40) Early Cavaliers-Knicks questions

(21:08) Spurs-Timberwolves

(31:42) Early Spurs-Thunder questions

(36:28) Giannis trade candidates

(53:33) Dallas Wings

(1:08:27) Los Angeles Sparks

(1:15:44) Chicago Sky

(1:34) Atlanta Dream

(1:28:47) Games of the week(end)

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We have a special bonus episode of The Dunker Spot!

In honor of the WNBA season kicking off, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their early WNBA award candidates. The duo breaks down who their undisputed number one MVP candidates are. Will Aja Wilson continue her MVP run? They give their insight.

Next, they give their early favorites for Defensive Player of the Year, and Nekias explains why guards and wings matter. Who are their dark horse selections? The answers may surprise you.

Later, they share why Olivia Miles and Flau’jae Johnson have stepped up as their favorites for Rookie of the Year candidates, share their dark horse candidates for Sixth Player of the Year, and which players are taking All-Star leaps for their Most Improved Player candidates. Plus, will Becky Hammon be named Coach of the Year? 

All that and more! 

1:55 MVP candidates

19:03 Defensive Player of the Year candidates

25:25 Rookie of the Year candidates

35:20 Sixth Player of the Year candidates

41:20 Most Improved Player candidates

46:46 Coach of the Year candidates 

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