The Dunker Spot

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

18:10 -- West non-playoff team power rankings 

34:09 -- Kelsey Plum trade + debut 

50:17 -- Aneesah Morrow to the Tempo 

56:40 -- Lynx-Fever takeaways 

01:10:02 -- Dream/Rhyne Howard check-in 

01:14:40 -- Cleveland has a name!

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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

:35 Origin story of The Dunker Spot

12:40 Chicago Sky Tyler Marsh joins the show

31:48 Special message from Caitlin Cooper

36:45 Siobhan Beslow joins the show

55:12 Mailbag

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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.

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3:20 -- Golden State Warriors

13:43 -- Denver Nuggets

27:10 -- Bennedict Mathurin rumors

31:08 -- Mailbag questions

51:46 -- Aces-Liberty thoughts

01:03:46 -- Saluting greatness

01:15:44 -- Kelsey Plum trade chatter

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

First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to and break down the Sixers signing LeBron James (and, eventually, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope) to a star-studded roster. They discuss LeBron's fit, how he'll help, and potential question marks to monitor moving forward.

On the WNBA side, the guys share their favorite moments from All-Star weekend before digging into the second half storylines that intrigue them the most.

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0:55 -- LeBron James is a Sixer

50:20 -- WNBA All-Star recap

01:11:36 -- Second half storylines, starting with the Aces' defense

01:14:01 -- Napheesa Collier's return

01:18:50 -- Mystics playoff push

01:25:16 -- Historic Fever offense

01:26:40 -- 4-through-7 seed cluster (Wings/Fever/Dream/Liberty)

01:28:06 -- DPOY + All-Rookie thoughts

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

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones take mailbag questions from viewers! Which NBA team had the had the best offseason? How do the guys watch and analyze basketball games? Who in the NBA is poised for a comeback next season?

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

40:28 Portland Fire HC Alex Sarama joins

01:16:41 Gabriela Jaquez joins 

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