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Big Dog Ball Talk
by Matt Eichhorn and Jordan Fleguel
Two long-time friends talk NBA Hoops, talk trash and reminisce over obscure moments and players of the sport only they give a damn about.Join Matt & Jordan every week for all things ball, humour, and maybe a rant or two.For all business inquires contact: [email protected] us on:Twitter: https://twitter.com/BigDogBallTalkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigdogballtalk/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigdogballtalk?
Episodes
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2026-27 NBA Pacific Division Preview | Is this the End of the Warriors? | Can Luka and the Lakers Contend? | Devin Booker on the Trade Block?
The Big Dogs have made their return and are on their penultimate division preview of the 2026-27 NBA season. Matt & Jordan dive into their hottest takes on the Pacific division, its fall from grace, and whether any of these squads have a chance at making the postseason.
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2026-27 Northwest Division Preview | Can the Nuggets Still Contend? | OKC Back with a Vengeance or Shook? | Can the Jazz make the Playoffs?
In part four of six of their 2026-27 NBA Season Preview, the Big Dogs give their takes on the Northwest division as they begin to breakdown the Western Conference.
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2026-27 Southeast Division Preview | Can Giannis and the Heat Contend? | Last Dance for the Magic? | What's the Deal with the Wizards?
The Big dogs are capping off the Eastern Conference portion of their 2026-27 division previews with the Southeast. An intriguing division full of potential contenders and playoff threats, hear what Matt & Jordan have to say about each squad.
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2026-27 NBA Central Division Preview | Can the Pacers Return to the Finals? | Bright Future in Chicago | Time to Worry About Detroit?
The Big Dogs move onto the second of six division previews as they breakdown the Central Division. Matt & Jordan discuss whether the contenders between the Pacers and Pistons, the rebuilding Bucks and Bulls, and whatever the hell the Cavs are doing these days.
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2026-27 Atlantic Division Preview | Best Division in the NBA? | Can the Raptors Contend with Kawhi? | LBJ and the 76ers Title Favourites?
The Big Dogs are kicking off the first of their six division previews with one that's near and dear to them, the Atlantic. Matt & Jordan analyze all five teams in the division and give their takes on which squads they think have a legitimate shot to win the NBA Championship this season.
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Silver Punishes the Clippers | Kawhi Trade Finalized | DeRozan to the Nuggets | Klay Thompson to the Heat | Russell Westbrook Career Retrospective
It's been awhile, but the Big Dogs have made their return and just in time to talk the Clippers death sentence, the Kawhi Raptors reunion being made official, some NBA free agent talk, and a retrospective on the career of Russell Westbrook
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2010's All-Time Draft Special | Who Can Build the Best Squad?
In an offseason special, the Big Dogs dive into their favourite decade of hoops as they draft from the top players in the 2010's as they compete to build the best lineup possible.
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LeBron James Signs with the 76ers + Philly Trades for Jaylen Brown | Kawhi Leonard Trade in Jeopardy?
After a long waiting period, the Big Dogs are back in the booth as they discuss the shocking signing of LeBron James in Philadelphia. Matt & Jordan breakdown their initial reactions to the move, as well as the 76ers acquiring Jaylen Brown from the Celtics.
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Kawhi Leonard Reunites with the Raptors | LaMelo Ball to Minnesota | Ja Morant to Portland | LeBron to the Warriors? | Jaylen Brown Wants out in Boston | Jalen Duren and Detroit at Odds
In a jam-packed offseason show, the Big Dogs breakdown the Kawhi trade live as it is announced, LaMelo Ball's fit in Minnesota, Ja's puzzling move to the Trail Blazers, LeBron to the Warriors rumours, and so much more!
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Traded to the Heat | Where do the Celtics Stand with Jaylen Brown? | Randle Dealt to the Nets
In a loaded episode after two major moves were made in the NBA, the Big Dogs finally react to the Giannis trade, the rumoured offer from the Celtics, as well as the T-Wolves dealing Julius Randle to the Nets.
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2026 NBA Draft Preview | Dybantsa or Peterson to go First Overall | Top Sleeper Picks in the First Round
The Big Dogs are back and ready to kickoff the offseason with their annual NBA Draft preview. Matt & Jordan evaluate the top prospects in this year's Draft class, and give their takes on who's ready for the pro's and who's going to be a bust.
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KNICKS WIN THE 2026 NBA CHAMPIONSHIP | What does the Future of the Knicks Hold | Where do the do Spurs Go from Here? | Way-to-Early Offseason Preview
In the final episode of Big Dog Ball Talk for the 2025-26 NBA Season, Matt & Jordan recap the NBA Finals, the Knicks historic victory, and the future of the NBA going forward.
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Knicks Pull Off Biggest Comeback in NBA Finals History | Who's to Blame for the Spurs Collapse | Game 5 Preview & Prediction
After an absolutely insane Game 4, the Big Dogs are back in action and recapping the Knicks historic comeback, the state of the Spurs, and what to expect for Game 5 back in San Antonio.
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Knicks Up 2-0 on Spurs | Game 3 Preview & Predictions
The Big Dogs are back and reacting to the Knicks shocking 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals, what the Spurs need to do to avoid going down 3-0, as well as their predictions for Game 3 in MSG.
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2026 NBA Finals Preview: Knicks vs. Spurs | Game 1 Picks & Predictions | Where does OKC go From Here?
The moment we've all been waiting for has finally come as the 2026 NBA Finals are set and about to tip-off between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs. Join the Big Dogs as they breakdown the series, giving their picks & predictions, as well as tackling all the biggest storylines and on…
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Spurs vs. Thunder Game 7 Preview & Picks | Knicks Clinch First NBA Finals since 1999 | NBA Draft Lottery Reform
In a loaded show, the Big Dogs breakdown Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals, as well as give their predictions on how Game 7 of the Spurs vs. Thunder will shake out. Other topics include the Knicks making their first NBA Finals appearance in over 20 years, and the NBA's latest changes to the...
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Spurs Even the Series with OKC | Knicks 10-Straight Wins | All-NBA Teams Announced | Jason Kidd Fired by Masai
The Big Dogs are back recapping the latest NBA Playoff action including the Spurs dominant home victory over the Thunder, as well as the continued success of the Knicks out East. Matt & Jordan also recap the All-NBA team selections, and the firing of Jason Kidd in Dallas.
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Wemby & the Spurs Win Double OT Thriller in Game 1 | Previewing the Cavs vs. Knicks Series | Where do the Pistons Go from Here?
The Big Dogs are back and recapping a fantastic start to the 2026 NBA Western Conference Finals as the Spurs edge out the Thunder in a double overtime thriller. Matt & Jordan also take their attention East as they talk about the upcoming Cavaliers vs. Knicks series.
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Game 6 Doubleheader Preview | Who can Save the Pistons Defence? | Are the Spurs the Best Team in Basketball? | Discussing LeBrons Future
The Big Dogs are on the edge of their seats as they await Game 6 of the Pistons vs. Cavaliers and Spurs vs. Timberwolves. With the Conference Finals matchups potentially ready to be set in stone, Matt & Jordan break down each series and what they think the final outcome will be.
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Knicks Sweep the 76ers | Wemby Ejected in Game 4 Loss | 2026 NBA Draft Lottery Recap
The Big Dogs are back as they recap the conclusion of the Knicks vs. Sixers series, as well as speculate on the future of the 76ers and Joel Embiid. Other topics include reactions to Wembanyama's ejection in Game 4, the standing of the OKC vs Lakerss + Pistons vs. Cavs series, and the results of...
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2026 NBA Playoffs 2nd Round Preview | Recapping the Raptors vs. Cavaliers & Magic vs. Pistons Game 7's
The Big Dogs are ready to kick off the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs with their picks for each series, as well as looking back at the first round action that concluded on Sunday night
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2025-26 NBA Awards Show | MVP, DPOY, ROY, and More Picks | All-NBA Teams | Big Dog of the Year 2026
Who cares what the NBA media voters think? The only opinions that truly matter when it comes to end of season awards in the NBA come from The Big Dogs. Matt & Jordan give their picks for each NBA award, as well as give out the All-NBA Teams, and announce the winner of Big Dog of the Year 2026!
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SUPER Late 2026 NBA Playoff Predictions | Raptors Rally in Game 3 | OKC Unfair Whistle | Can the Lakers Make a Finals Run?
The Big Dogs are finally back, giving their picks for the 2026 NBA playoffs, and recaps of the latest postseason action across the league.
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Recapping 2026 NCAA Men's Final | Luka & Wemby Injury Troubles | LBJ Wants Memphis Moved | Flagg's Historic Scoring Weekend | Big Dog of the Month: March
The Big Dogs have returned just in time to recap a wild conclusion to March Madness with the Michigan Wolverines besting the UConn Huskies. Matt & Jordan also talk about Wemby and Luka battling through late-season injuries, LeBron's hatred of Memphis, Cooper Flagg reigniting the Rookie of the…
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UConn Stuns Duke at the Buzzer | Raptors 31-0 Run Against the Magic | Best Possible First Round Playoff Scenarios
The Big Dogs are back to recap a wild weekend of March Madness action, the Raptors record-setting performances against the Magic, and Matt & Jordan give their top picks for what would make the most entertaining first round Playoff matchups.
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Proposed Changes to the NBA Draft Lottery | Are Murray & Jokic the Best Duo in the NBA? | 76ers Darkhorse Contenders? | Should Mac McClung be on an NBA Roster?
The Big Dogs bring in the weekend talking NCAA hoops, proposed changes to the NBA Draft Lottery, who's the best duo in the NBA, and more!
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March Madness Round 1 & 2 Recap | Thunder vs. Wizards Fight | Luka and the Lakers Wild Weekend | Where do the Warriors Go From Here? | KD Enters the NBA Top Five in All-Time Scoring
The Big Dogs are back recapping a sensational weekend of March Madness action, discussing how their brackets are standing, and their outlook for the rest of the NCAA Tournament. Matt & Jordan also discuss the Lakers continued hot streak and Luka's rescinded Tech, The Thunder and Wizards throwing...
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Cade Cunningham Collapsed Lung | Lakers Starting to Click | Hawks Win 11 Straight | Westbrook 5th All-Time in Assists | Giannis and Bucks Feuding...Again | Seattle & Vegas Expansion
The Big Dogs are back as they recap recent injury woes to the Pistons, a red hot Lakers & Hawks team, Westbook makes history, as well as some expansion news.
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2026 March Madness Bracket Predictions | Bam Adebayo Scores 83 | SGA Breaks Wilt 20+ Point Streak
The Big Dogs breakdown the official 2026 March Madness bracket, as well as give their takes on Bam and SGA's historic showings from the past week
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Pistons 4-Game Losing Streak | 76ers Tumble Down East Standings | Tatum and Celtics go 2-0 in Return | Lakers Defeat the Knicks
The Big Dogs recap a great weekend of NBA action including some major shakeups in the Eastern Conference standings with the Pistons and 76ers dropping, and the Celtics and Magic on the rise.
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Jayson Tatum Set to Make Season Debut | Warriors Upset Rockets in OT | Are the Hornets Dark Horse Contenders? | OKC Bests the Knicks | Westbrook vs. the Media
The Big Dogs send you into the weekend with a jam-packed episode discussing the return of Jayson Tatum, the Warriors upset win over the Rockets, the Thunder edging out the Knicks, the Hornets case for contention in the East, and some hilarity out of Sacramento with Westbrook.
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Do the Timberwolves have the Nuggets Number? | Is Lu Dort a Dirty Player? | Knicks Dominate the Spurs | Kuminga Balls Out with Hawks | Big Dog of the Month: February
The Big Dogs are back after a wild weekend that saw the T-Wolves and Knicks score emphatic wins, opening the discussion around certain teams having their opponents number. Other topics include the recent surge in play from Jonathan Kuminga in Atlanta, whether or not Lu Dort is a dirty player, as...
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76ers Beat the Heat | Lakers Struggling | Are the Spurs the Best Team in the NBA? | Venting Session on the Raptors | Kon Knueppel Breaks Rookie Three-Point Record
In a jam-packed show, The Big Dogs break down the Sixers win over the Heat, the Lakers recent struggles, the Spurs case for being the best team in the league, and Matt & Jordan air out their frustrations with the Raptors.
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Spurs Best the Pistons in Hard-Fought Tilt | Suns Injury Woes Continue | 2005 NBA Finals Trivia
The Big Dogs are back in a short and sweet package recapping a potential NBA Finals matchup in the Spurs vs, Pistons, talking Dillon Brooks broken hand, and a bit of NBA trivia on the 2005 Finals.
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Is Cade Cunningham the MVP? | Are the Heat a Darkhorse in the East? | Magic Injury Trouble Continues | NBA Tanking Issue | LaMelo Hit & Run
The Big Dogs are back and here to recap a wild return to action across the NBA including Cade's big night at MSG, Tyler Herro's return to the Heat, the Magic's injury woes, tanking solutions, and more Charlotte Hornets drama.
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NBA All-Star Game Weekend Recap | The All-Star Game is BACK | NBA Finals Picks at the All-Star Break
The Big Dogs are off their own All-Star break and are ready to recap the action of the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend, as well as their midway point picks to win the NBA Finals.
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NBA Fight Night: Pistons vs. Hornets | 2026 NBA Trade Deadline Recap
After a long delay, the Big Dogs are back to recap a wild NBA Trade Deadline, as well as a crazy fisticuffs filled Monday night between the Pistons and Hornets.
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Thunder vs. Nuggets Recap | All-Star Reserves Announced | DeAndre Hunter Traded for Schroder/Ellis | PG Suspended 25 Games | Big Dog of the Month: January
The Big Dogs are back and recapping a massive matchup out West between the OKC Thunder and Denver Nuggets, as well as a discussion on the official 2026 NBA All-Star reserves. Other topics include Matt & Jordan's takes on some minor trades in the NBA, Paul George's 25-game Suspension, and the...
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Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel Duel | OKC Rough Patch | Talking Down the Raptors | LBJ & Cavs Reunion? | Steven Adams OFS | Dunk Contest News
The Big Dogs recap a wild week of action including a duel between the game's top rookies, the Thunder's recent rough patch, as well as talking ourselves down on the Raptors.
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2026 Rising Stars Rosters Announced | Raptors & Cavs Heating Up | Giannis Mock Trades
The Big Dogs are sifting through the snow and warming up with their hottest takes. Matt & Jordan give their thoughts on this year's Rising Stars rosters, breakdown the Raptors and Cavaliers recent four-game win streak, as well as some Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talk.
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2026 NBA Midseason Awards | Jimmy Butler Tears ACL | Panic Button for the Knicks, Lakers, & Timberwolves
The Big Dogs are back and ready to hand out some early hardware as we've officially reached the midway point of the 2025-26 NBA season. Matt & Jordan give their early picks for MVP, Rookie of the Year, and other NBA Awards. Discussions also include a check-in with the Warriors after losing Jimmy...
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2025-26 NBA All-Star Selection Special
The Big Dogs are back and ready to announce their annual NBA All-Star rosters. As always, Matt & Jordan have come equipped with their hottest takes and unique roster criteria that always makes for an interesting discussion as to what should be valued when discussing an All-Star player.
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Giannis Boo's Back at Bucks Fans | Kuminga Requests a Trade...Again | Rich Paul Floats Reaves Trade Idea | Dell Curry Jersey Retired in Charlotte | Revisiting the '09 NBA Draft
Working on the weekend, the Big Dogs dive into the latest NBA headlines including disgruntled stars, trade rumours for the Lakers, jersey retirement madness, and a retrospect on the 2009 NBA Draft.
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Timberwolves Comeback Win Over the Spurs | Kyle Lowry's Legacy in Toronto | Ja Morant on the Trade Block | Schroder Suspended for Attacking Luka
Recapping all the action from the past weekend, the Big Dogs talk the T-Wolves 4th quarter comeback over the Spurs, Kyle Lowry and his legacy with the Raptors ahed of what could be his final game in Toronto, as well as some trade talk about Ja Morant.
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Trae Young Trade Reaction | Hawks Honed in on AD? | Quickley & Banchero Beat the Buzzer | 2nd NBA All-Star Fan Vote Returns
It finally happened. Trae Young has been traded to the Washington Wizards and a new era has begun for the Atlanta Hawks. The Big Dogs break down the trade, some other Hawks trade rumours, as well as some highlight reel action from across the NBA on Wednesday night. Use code BDBT to get 15% off…
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Jaylen Brown Drops 50 on the Clippers, Best Two-Way Player in the NBA? | Jokic Sidelined | Should the NBA Shorten the Season? | Big Dog of the Month: December
The Big Dogs are bringing in the New Year by recapping Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown's 50-piece against the Clippers and his claim to be the best two-way player in the NBA. Other topics include the Nuggets recent injury woes, a discussion on the NBA season length, as well as the Big Dog of the...
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Alvarado Throws Hands | Giannis Breaks Unwritten Rule | Hawks Losing Streak Blame Game | Christmas Day Recap
The Holidays are over and the Big Dogs are back in the saddle, giving you their hottest takes from the past week. Along with a recap of a wild NBA xmas Day slate, Matt & Jordan recap some physicality in the NBA, Giannis breaking an unwritten (shout out Natasha Bedingfield) hoops rule, and some…
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Knicks Win the NBA Cup | NBA Christmas Day Games Preview | Revisiting the Raptors 2019 Title Run | KG Jersey Retirement in Minnesota | Big Dog of the Month: November
The Big Dogs are brining the heat for the last time before the Holidays and there's plenty to talk about. Matt & Jordan recap an awesome finish to the NBA Cup, previewing the Christmas Day slate for the NBA, revisiting the Raptors 2019 title run, and more. Use code BDBT for 30% off your order at...
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NBA Cup Final Preview | Spurs vs Thunder + Magic vs Knicks Recap | Panic Time for the Cavs? | Porzingis Mystery Illness Diagnosed
The Big Dogs are back and recapping the NBA Cup, and they liked it?? Other topics include the Cavaliers entering panic mode as well as Big Dog MD as we breakdown Porzingis' diagnosis. Use code BDBT at Big Fork Brands for 20% off your first order...
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East NBA Cup Quarterfinals Recap | Are the Raptors Frauds? | Are the Magic Contenders? | Anthony Davis Trade Rumours | Derik Queen for Rookie of the Year?
The Big Dogs are back and recapping the first matchups of the pointless tournament known as the NBA Cup. Other topics include AD trade destinations, as well as some positive Pelicans talk for the first time in years.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Two long-time friends talk NBA Hoops, talk trash and reminisce over obscure moments and players of the sport only they give a damn about.Join Matt & Jordan every week for all things ball, humour, and maybe a rant or two.For all business inquires contact: [email protected] us on:Twitter: https://twitter.com/BigDogBallTalkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigdogballtalk/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigdogballtalk?
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Matt Eichhorn and Jordan Fleguel
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Two long-time friends talk NBA Hoops, talk trash and reminisce over obscure moments and players of the sport only they give a damn about.Join Matt & Jordan every week for all things ball, humour, and maybe a rant or two.For all business inquires contact: [email protected] us...
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