Fastbreak Breakfast NBA Podcast

The Spurs and Rockets appear to still be far ahead of the Mavericks, Pelicans and Grizzlies in the Southwest Division. With the return of Fred VanVleet and the addition of Marcus Smart, can Houston close the gap on San Antonio? On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Dave and Keith preview the Southwest Division and go over many of the key issues around these teams, including the slightly bizarre Mavericks roster and the rebuilding Pelicans and Grizzlies. A lso covered on this episode: Amen Thompson's new contract, the feds opening a criminal investigation on the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, Ben Simmons joining the Kings, plus a lot more! Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The NBA dropped the largest punishment in league history on Steve Ballmer and the LA Clippers by fining them and taking away five 1st round picks after determining that they did, in fact, repeatedly circumvent the salary cap. The league's report includes some stunning details and and Adam Silver's punishment has surprised many observers (also apparently including the Clippers), with how severe it is. On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave react all of this news and offer their opinions on the situation, plus preview the Pacific Division, and discuss the roster situations of the Clippers, Lakers, Kings, Suns and Warriors. Bonus episode available now at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfast ! Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Northwest Division is arguably the most talented division in the NBA with multiple MVP candidates, and possibly the best from top to bottom with the juggernaut Thunder, plus the Timberwolves, Nuggets, Timberwolves, Trail Blazers and Jazz. On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss some of the biggest questions for these teams, including the very strange pairing of Ja Morant and Damian Lillard, plus react to Jonathan Kuminga and Bennedict Mathurin finally signing with new teams. Also discussed in detail: DeMar DeRozan's impact on the Nuggets, Klay Thompson joining the Heat, and the ethics of walking shirtless. Fantasy football last call: https://www.patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast/posts/lets-play-166768056 Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Southeast Division might be the most competitive division in the NBA next season, with the Hawks, Heat, Hornets and Magic all expecting postseason trips and where the Wizards are hoping Trae Young, Anthony Davis and AJ Dybantsa can jumpstart their franchise's fortunes. On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss some of the biggest questions for this teams, plus react to recent news involving the Clippers and the Kawhi Leonard scandal, the Lakers being flipped under suspect circumstances, and Russell Westbrook retiring Fantasy football signups are available at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Pistons and Cavaliers have had slightly less than inspirational offseasons, the Bucks traded Giannis Antekounmpo, the Bulls are starting over (again), and the Pacers are hoping Tyrese Haliburton can return from injury without missing a beat. On this episode, Keith and Dave talk about each of these teams, debate the trade value of their biggest assets, figure out their best players, the rookies that will contribute, and more. Also on this episode: Dillon Brooks gets a new deal, Tom Dundon tries to move the Blazers, and sailing! Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

LeBron James chose to go the the Philadelphia 76ers on a veteran minimum contract in a surprising move that shifted the balance of power in the NBA. On this reaction episode, Keith and guest Joey Devine talk about LeBron's decision, the teams he spurned and potential better fits, how good the 76ers will be, Eastern Conference hierarchy, and Mike Dunleavy Jr. Plus a bunch of other stuff! Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Milwauke Bucks re-signed Gary Trent Jr to a shocking, above market deal despite being in a rebuild and Trent coming off a career-worst season that saw him fall out of the rotation. This news broke during NBA Summer League, where it became a hotly discussed topic for both its brazenness in breaking the NBA's salary rules, and for the wonder that if in the wake of the Kawhi Leonard/Aspiration investigation, Adam Silver would do anything about it. This episode discusses the shady Trent deal, the latest news about Kawhi Leonard and the trade that's been put on hold, plus goes over Summer League observations from Keith and Dave, who were together in Las Vegas for five days and have opinions on AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer, Darryn Peterson, Caleb Wilson, Brayden Burries, Koa Peat, Keaton Wagler, Darius Acuff, Aday Mara, and more! Plus: some very special Drake Powell stats! Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The shocking Jaylen Brown for Paul George trade occurs with 3 minutes left in this episode- Keith and Dave give their stunned reactions to the move. Also on this episode, they discuss LeBron James leaving the Lakers, the Lakers going "all-in" for Walker Kessler, the Raptors trading for Kawhi Leonard, Ja Morant getting traded to the Trail Blazers, and a lot of other stuff covering the latest NBA news and transactions. Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Hornets sold high on LaMelo Ball after a great season, meanwhile the Timberwolves have shaken up their franchise after 3 straight trips past the first round. On this episode, Keith and Dave react to the LaMelo Ball trade shocker and the pain of losing Naz Reid, plus go over the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, the Julius Randle trade, the Trae Young contract, the Grizzlies acquiring Isaiah Stewart, plus share some of their NBA Draft thoughts. Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Knicks ended their title drought by repeatedly rallying to victory and knocking the Spurs out in five games. This episode discusses the title and the Knicks' dominant playoff run, the MVP-play of Jalen Brunson, Victor Wembanyama's conditioning, the "what-ifs" for the Spurs and the big De'aAron Fox question, plus a bunch of other storylines around the Finals. Also: NBA draft and Giannis trade week! Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

In Game 4 the Knicks set an NBA Finals record by erasing a 29 point deficit, and have moved within a game of their first title in over 50 years. This episode discusses the comeback and the Spurs' collapse, including the heroics of OG Anunoby and Jalen Brunson and the clutch struggles of Victor Wembanyama and De'aaron Fox. Dave DuFour calls in from the airport on his way back to San Antonio to recount what he has seen in person during the first 4 games of the Finals. Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Spurs rallied from a 3-2 deficit to overcome the defending champion Thunder, and now head to face a well-rested Knicks team in a rematch of the 1999 NBA Finals (not to mention the NBA Cup final!). This episode previews the NBA Finals, discusses the Spurs winning games 6 and 7 against the Thunder, including Dylan Harper being an X-factor and Chet Holmgren disappearing, plus a whole lot more. Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Knicks have carried a historic playoff winning streak all the way to the Finals, where they await the survivor of the Spurs/Thunder slugfest. This episode discusses the Knicks' record-breaking run and odds of a championship, the pendulum swings in the Western Conference Finals, plus has questions for the Cavaliers, Timberwolves and Pistons. Also, Jason Kidd fired, Taylor Jenkins and Jamahl Mosley Jamahl Mosley hired! Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Jalen Duren got benched down the stretch of a crucial Game 5 as the Pistons lost in overtime against the Cavaliers. On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss Duren's postseason play, his benching and the series. They also say farewell to the 76ers and Lakers, react to the NBA draft lottery, discuss Timberwolves and Spurs, and the NBPA's ref rankings. For a Brandon Clarke rememberence: https://youtu.be/GfEKE-VR2tM?si=IpHmI6rQuTSJHWC8 Join the listener slack at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Magic and the Hawks each played one of the worst halves of basketball ever seen, meanwhile the Celtics, Nuggets and Rockets saw their promising seasons end in disappointment. This episode discusses all of those events, plus all 4 second round series. Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The first round of the NBA playoffs has been extremely competitive with numerous series being extended, so let's talk about the elimanted Dillon Brooks and the NBA's latest crack at eradicating tanking! On this episode, Keith and Dave do exactly that (while also discussing every first round playoff series). Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Amidst the Trail Blazers leveling their playoff series against the Spurs, their new owner Tom Dundon has made headlines with an assortment of cost-cutting ideas, including making staffers check out of hotels early on roadtrips. On this new episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss the merits of his thrifty plans, plus discuss every playoff series, the 6th man of the year award, the Hornets and Warriors going home, AI, and more! Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Play-In has completely delivered with thrills so far, but at what cost? On this episode, Keith and Dave discuss the exciting victories of the Warriors, Hornets, Trail Blazers, and 76ers, and they also preview the playoffs by making predictions for each round. Play the Stone Cold Lox challenge: https://www.patreon.com/posts/play-stone-cold-155768259 Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham came up just short of end of season award eligibility, or did they? On this episode Keith and Dave discuss "extraordinary circumstance" appeals, the Nuggets 10-game win streak, the race to avoid the play-in in the East, and a whole lot more. Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

As the season winds down it is time to name the players how have improved the most, and also continue the annual tradition of identifying those who did the least with their opportunities and found themselves regressing, and are at risk of being named "Least Improved Player of the Year" In addition to discussing the Most and Least improved, Keith and Dave talk about the resurgent Sixers, the final pushes in the MVP race, the NBA's proposed tanking reforms, and a lot more. A brand new bonus episode is available now at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast! Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast ! Subscribe on YouTube! Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBF Use promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchase Check out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast