Buckets with Amir Blumenfeld

Holy smokes the New York Knickerbockers are your NBA Champions so we discuss what it means to Billy and how we watched every last game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Knicks in Six! Spurs in Seven! Grizzlies in... FOUR?! There's no telling what is going to happen once the ball is tipped, but that doesn't mean we can't have fun talking about it. With Billy Scafuri!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

LIVE and back in the Zoom Room discussing that epic series opener between OKC and SAS. Also Knicks/Cavs predictions as well as some advice about where LeBron should go next year and WHEN. And thanks to all who listened live on Patreon -- we left the stream up there so you can watch us figure out how to use Streamyard in real time!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back in the Zoom room to discuss the regular season, the post season, and EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN: the play-in season. We also recapped how our Over-Under teams did. Spoiler alert: REALLY WELL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back! Who wanted the Lakers under? Who wanted the Knicks over? Who is on the Chicago Bulls? Find out in our eighth (but maybe ninth) annual Over/Under wins draft!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

16 teams entered, 4 remain. Is Billy optimistic about his New York Knicks? Does Amir think Minnesota can actually win an NBA championship? Did Porzingis have Covid? We try to answer all these questions and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back on the mic's predicting exactly what will happen in Round 1! Who will win. Who will lose. And why did DeAndre Jordan need to ask his nutritionist before eating popcorn? WARNING: Only listen if you are okay with spoilers because our predictions are very accurate.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Well, the Lakers finally did it: They landed a superstar. Here we are the morning after to disuss how it happened, why it happened -- and more importantly, why the Utah Jazz were involved at all.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One month into the basketball season and we are already pleasantly surprised with some teams, cautiously disappointed with others -- and everything in between. Let's talk about it! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back! And we are drafting our favorite Over/Under bets from this upcoming NBA Season. A tradition unlike any other. Who will win? Who will lose? And most importantly: Who dare takes the Wizards over 20.5 wins?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's the most wonderful time of the year: Eight teams enter, but only four survive. Should the Lakers tank? Should the Warriors win? We talk about it-- and who is most likely to upset their opponent in the first round.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're back in the zoom room discussing the Lakers, the Warriors, and other teams that could actually win the NBA championship.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're back in the zoom room and talking all about the World Championships of Pre-Xmas Basketball: The Lakers. Also the Pistons, the Wolves, the Grizzlies, the Magic and a few other teams that have caught our eye.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Some teams have great vibes, other's terrible vibes. We go over them all (and more!) on our ten game check-in.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A tradition unlike any other: The Seventh Annual Over/Under draft! Or maybe the second? Either way, the gang's all here and we're picking our favorite teams and seeing who can beat Vegas the MOST.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back in the Zoom room with Billy discussing who will win the NBA Finals (Spoiler!) and what went wrong for the Lakers and Celtics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back in the zoom room discussing Round 1, Round 2, and everybody's ankles/knees/toes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back in the zoom room to talk about the regular season, the post season, and everything (play)in between! With Billy Scafuri.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Seventeen games left in the regular season and we are talking about every single team, except for about twenty of them... With Billy Scafuri!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Had to get together to discuss Kyle Kuzma's puffy jacket and that other trade ASAP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back in the zoom room with Billy Scafuri talking about the Knicks, Lakers, and any other team that will maybe trade with the Knicks or Lakers. Like maybe the Raptors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back in the lab/studio talking about some Q2 trends... Knicks going up, Lakers going down, and some team is on a ten game win streak somehow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ten games into the season and we are ready to jump to some conclusions! Are the Jazz this good? Are the Lakers this bad? Are the Knicks this... average? Let's find out, with Billy Scafuri!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back in the Zoom Room discussing every surprising start. From the 4-0 Blazers to the 0-4 Magic and everybody in between. And yeah, we talk about the Lakers, too...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're back, baby! Well, at least some of us are. Kicking off the upcoming NBA Season the only way we know how: With our annual over/under draft. Who likes the Spurs? Who hates the Hornets? Listen, learn, and let us know how we did.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back in the zoom room reacting live to signings, tradings, and tamperings. And also the king of New York: Jalen Brunson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back in the zoom room with Billy trying to decide who will win and why... ...then we discuss Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook because #whynot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ahoy! Headgum's got a brand new podcast called Keepin' It Rel with Young Wayne, hosted by longtime friends Lil Rel Howery (Get Out, Bad Trip) and Dwayne 'Young Wayne' Wayne.  In honor of the NBA Finals, Rel and Wayne give you a sneak peak into their new show and share their NBA Finals predictions that lead into a rabbit hole involving karate and a NBA Hall of Famer. Watch all episodes of Keepin' It Rel with Young Wayne on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuEIJhnDHzW1Z82WDJ96dLw Rate Keepin' It Rel with Young Wayne on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review for Rel and Wayne.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode we discuss, then ultimately reveal, who the NBA Champion will be. Only listen if you want to know who will win, according to us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ben joins us in the real studio for about 11 minutes before we start talking about actual hoops with Billy! The Final Four has us in peak physical condition and we're ready to make some bold predictions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back in the zoom room with Billy discussing the elite eight teams left--and our predictions for Games 5-7 of both conference semifinals.   Also the Lakers and Knicks get a lot of coverage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back and talking post season, pre-post season, and play-in season. Then a few minutes about the Lakers followed by more minutes about the Lakers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back in the studio discussing the most ideal matchups from play-in to NBA Finals. Sixers/Nets. Lakers/Clippers. Grizzlies/Anybody. The basketball gods owe us this much.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who's the least valuable player? Who's the best player that we didnt like last year? Who's the shortest player? We tackle everything and anything on the Buckets Midseason Awards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have a listen to History of Heat, one of our newest Headgum Originals! Yassir and Isaiah Lester are joined by comedians, artists, athletes, and experts to discuss the history, impact, and future of culture's favorite topics ranging from sneakers to video games.  In this episode, The Hype Portfolio (w/ Michelle Buteau and Amir Blumenfeld), comedian and actress extraordinaire Michelle Buteau joins the pod to flex her collecting prowess. Later, Yassir and Isaiah chat with Headgum co-founder Amir Blumenfeld about his trading card portfolio and the new economy of hype. Subscribe to History of Heat on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back on our Bing Bong watching the wrong half of NBA basketball games. Tonight, it is the rougher two quarters of Knicks Celtics as we catch up on two weeks of wacky storylines and replacement player action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back in the studio watching the first half of Lakers/Mavs discussing Kristaps, LeBron, and Austin Freakin' Reaves! Then we try and fail to do a Twitter space. Live and learn, folks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're back and watching the first half of our beloved Knicks and Lakers... discussing LeBron's punch, AD's stomach, and what's the deal with Kemba Walker?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back in the zoom room discussing hot starts, slow starts, and the new foul rules. We tried to hit on every single team except for the Indiana Pacers and it worked out well!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're back! A third annual Over/Under draft. Or maybe fourth? A tradition unlike any other. Join our friends as we plow thru the first four rounds of our time honored gambling pastime. Who did well? Who did poorly? Only time (and you all) will tell!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lakers or Suns? Heat or Hawks? Bucks or Pistons? Divisional rivalries are back! We predict (accurately) who will win each division and discuss the fun parts of Media Day on this episode of Buckets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What team will Ben Simmons be on? What team is Doug McDermott currently on? We try to answer all these questions and more! Check out our sponsor MyBookieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back in the zoom room reacting live to some sad Knicks and Laker free agency moves -- including Alex Caruso, Evan Fournier, and Russell Westbrook! Then we talk about the NBA Finals too, I guess...Advertise on Buckets via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back in the Zoom Zoom room wondering what will happen with Ben Simmons, Kawhi Leonard, and the Phoenix Suns.Advertise on Buckets via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back in the zoom room discussing our favorite teams and their first round woes. And then do some new and improved predictions based on who has looked healthy and happy.Advertise on Buckets via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The season is finally over which means it's time to declare an over/under league winner, and joining us in the Zoom Zoom room are the two top finishers: Adam Lustick and Marty Michael! ...Then we discuss Lakers/Warriors and first round matchups.Advertise on Buckets via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back in the zoom room, combining NBA player names to create something... special. Then we discuss Billy's New York Knicks and Amir's Los Angeles Lakers.Advertise on Buckets via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Back in the zoom room with Billy Scafuri trying to fool eachother with fake facts about our favorite players. Play along at home and see if you can spot the lie.Advertise on Buckets via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're back in the boom Zoom room discussing the greatest players in the NBA, age by age. Then we discuss who would win in a game between the youngsters and the old heads.Advertise on Buckets via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back in the zoom room answering all the questions you have about basketball like "Are the Philadelphia 76ers a legitimate championship contender?" and "Can you palm a basketball?"Advertise on Buckets via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.