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Dishing and Swishing
by Dishing and Swishing
Welcome to Dishing and Swishing – your ultimate destination for all things NBA! Presented by Orb Analytics Limited.
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EP57 - Death by Math
The boys give an autopsy on the Celtics collapse and cover the rest of the NBA playoffs without their fearless producer. Resulting in a record length for a podcast!
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EP56 - Get Your Get Back
Playoffs, playoffs, and more playoffs.Plus, a quick stop-in from Red, and a brand new guest on this week’s episode.Tune in!
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EP55 - CJ McCollum, We Would Like to Apologize
The play-in is done, the bracket is set, and it’s time to get into it. Eight series, eight takes. We go deep on every first-round matchup, break down the key storylines so far, and figure out who’s actually built for a deep run and who’s liable to get exposed.Meanwhile, the Vibe Navigator lays some SERIOUS units in a desperate bid to dig out of the red. He’s trying his hardest, we promise.Tune in.
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EP54 - Post-Season Preview and Picks
The title says it all, folks. Pretty simple one this week as we look ahead to the final play-in games Friday night and real-life NBA playoff basketball starting Saturday. It was a long season, but we made it.We walk through every first-round series, hand out our picks, and the Vibe Navigator even drops a couple units on the board.Tune in.
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EP53 - Jerry, Jerry, Jerry...
We’re in the final stretch of the ’25–’26 season and the league is held together with athletic tape and vibes. Half the stars are hurt, the other half are playing through things they probably shouldn’t, and Adam Silver is telling us we’re supposed to be excited about these playoffs.We are, though. We absolutely are.Plus, award season is here and we’re locking in our final picks. And, the Chicago Bulls cleaned house with one week left in the season. New era. No plan yet. Classic Bulls.Big injuries. Final verdicts. One franchise in free-fall.Tune in.
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EP52 - Christian Laettner is not walking through that door (feat. RHFM)
Episode 52 is here, and we brought a guest.Newly minted RATIONAL Heat Fan Matt joins the pod from the road. We appreciate his commitment and his suspiciously reasonable takes.Duke goes down. We have thoughts. Lots of thoughts. Did we mention Matt is a Duke fan?Then we get into our favorite prospects from the upcoming draft class. Who’s built for the league and who’s about to find out that college stardom has an expiration date.We also check in on two teams stuck in the Eastern purgatory: the 76ers and the Hawks. Are they building toward something or just running out the clock? We try to be fair. We are not always fair.And we close it out with one eye on the playoffs. Who’s peaking at the right time, who’s quietly falling apart, and which scrappy teams we would NOT want to face.Big swings. Loud opinions. Questionable logic.Tune in.
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EP51 - An Excerpt From the Diary of Orb Apprentice
The boys are back and things continue to spiral… hopefully in a good way this time.We start off with the situation around Cade Cunningham’s collapsed lung. Scary, to say the least. We wish him well and look forward to seeing #2 back on the court whenever he’s ready.Then we dive straight into the league-wide chaos:Is Wemby already the MVP? Should Luka be higher in the conversation? Lower? Both?? The takes are aggressive.We close it out with a 2025 Draft retrospective. Rookies around the league are balling and we take a look at which teams got it right, which GM’s completely whiffed, and first-year players we’re pretending we always believed in.And finally, the Vibe Navigator has FINALLY snapped the cold streak. After an all-time 0-for-9 skid, a bet hits and balance is restored to the universe. We can all sleep again.Big swings. Loud opinions. Questionable logic.Tune in.
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EP50 - Free March Madness Bracket! $150 Cash Prize! Free!
Episode 50. Fifty. 5-0. Yeah… we didn’t think we’d get here either.We’re celebrating the only way that makes sense: a March Madness bracket challenge. FREE to enter. Go head-to-head with the guys at The Orb, flex your college hoops knowledge, and take a shot at a $150 cash prize. Did we mention it’s free? Because it is. Free.On the pod:Bam puts up a historic night and the guys are NOT on the same page about it… things get a little heatedNBA expansion is getting real: Seattle, Vegas, conference shakeups, and who we’re protecting when the expansion draft hitsAnd the Vibe Navigator is BACK, desperately trying to avoid an all-time cold streak (0 for his last 10???)Big episode. Lots of yelling. Questionable takes.Tune in.https://fantasy.espn.com/tc/sharer?challengeId=277&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=8ef56737-9909-4a6e-b36e-5298e42bcc57
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EP49 - 80% of Jayson Tatum is 207% of Baylor Scheierman
If you’re looking for a BAD Red Auerbach impression, this is the podcast for you.The boys talk hoop this week (surprise, surprise). Thirty minutes of Jayson Tatum and the Celtics right out of the gate. Young man looks spry. Fingers crossed.Then, like it or not Ja Morant IS your MVP. And finally, Wemby. Does Victor Wembanyama actually have a championship run in him this year…already?? It sounds ridiculous until you start talking about it.Plus a late-night reaction reaction to Bam’s historical scoring performance. Irrational Heat Fan Matt was, thankfully, nowhere to be found.Tune in!
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EP48 - Mickey Swish or Mickey Dish?
This week Mickey Swish and the Vibe Navigator talk all-things NBA.Jokić and Lu Dort got feisty, Giannis is playing again (and no-one’s quite sure why), and the enigma of Luka Dončić continues to confuse…where does the superstar actually stack up amongst NBA players.Plus, a new segment! Mickey Swish or Mickey Dish? We like it. We’re gonna do it again.Lots of nonsense. A bit of yelling. A whole lot of fun.Tune in.
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EP47 - Paper will be consumed.
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing!On Episode 47, we had to call in reinforcements. Not one. Not two. Not… Okay actually yes, two guests join the program.First up, we’re joined by the Orb Apprentice, the mind behind the Orb NBA Gambling Model, a cold, calculating machine which is, frankly, “outperforming” our beloved Vibe Navigator. We dive into the numbers, the methodology, and what happens when spreadsheets start bullying gut feelings. Is gambling becoming a young person’s data science competition? Are vibes officially dead? The Apprentice makes his case.Then, Irrational Heat Fan Matt returns to stir the pot. We talk NBA Season Awards, narratives vs. numbers, and of course, the looming Celtics conversation as Jayson Tatum’s projected return draws near. Will adding a perennial All-NBA First Team player help, or hurt? Who knows, man.Finally, after a rough start to the season, the Vibe Navigator is back with renewed energy. We officially launch Man vs. Machine, our (half) season-long gambling showdown that puts pure ~vibes~ head to head with the Orb NBA Model. Heart versus hard drive. Aura versus algorithm. The rest of the season will decide it.Lots of guests. Lots of chaos. Lots of fun.Tune in.
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EP46 - The NBA Slam Dunk Contest is a Humiliation Ritual
We kick things things off with a healthy discussion of last weekend’s All-Star Game. We liked it! A lot!! The dunk contest, on the other hand, did not get the same love.We also play a game, highlight a few teams to watch down the stretch, and check in on what may officially be a generational slide from the Vibe Navigator.Tune in!
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EP45 - Tyler Herro is Extremely Touchable (feat. Irrational Heat Fan Matt)
Episode 45 is here and we had a guest! Shout out to Irrational Heat Fan Matt for pulling up and bringing the energy. We had a great time.Mickey Swish paid his debts and yes, he ate paper on the pod. Thank you Giannis.We also revisit the tanking debate and admit we were wrong. It is a problem. From there we get into Beef Stew, some of our favorite NBA brawls, and a little trip down chaos memory lane.To close it out, the Vibe Navigator drops his pick in a desperate attempt to stop the current slide.Tune in.
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EP44 - Cooper Flaggović
The NBA trade deadline waits for no man, especially not James Harden. Early reports of Garland for Harden come true, and the Fat Suit Man does it again, forcing his way to Cleveland.The Giannis paper bet watch officially continues. One of your favorite hosts will be eating paper live on pod next week. Give a listen to find out who.Plus, we get some live NBA trade reactions as things start really heating up around the league.We also spend some time on an elite rookie class after a recent Cooper vs Kon showdown.Tune in.
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EP43 - How Much Paper Are You Willing To Eat?
The boys are back with a new episode and the Giannis conversation has officially reached a new level. We are not asking if he is getting moved anymore. We are betting on when it happens, and the fellas pony up quite the stakes.We also check in on the Clippers, who are suddenly on an absolute heater, and run through a handful of other hot stories from around the league. With the trade deadline looming, Vibe Navigator gives us his favorite five deadline day deals of all time.And, in a rare moment of reflection for this podcast, Mickey takes the opportunity to take stock of Derrick Rose’s jersey retirement and impart just a bit of what the man meant to the city.Tune in.
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EP42 - HOIST
Another week and another packed episode.We kick things off with a full postmortem on OUR Chicago Bears… one hell of a season.Back to hoops, we talk about Jimmy Butler’s torn ACL and what it means for both him and the Dubs moving forward.Then, we head East and check in on the flailing Knicks and the Celtics’ rise, including the nearing return of JT and what that changes in the conference. We also dig into Giannis. He’s an all-time player, but can he carry a team alone at this point in his career?And with the season grind setting in, we look ahead to All Star Weekend and why we genuinely cannot wait for it.To close it out, the Vibe Navigator tries to steady the ship and get us back on track with his weekly pick.Tune in.
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EP41 - Andrés Nocioni
The whole crew is back for the first time in the New Year! Mickey Swish, the Vibe Navigator, and Ari Pods sit down to talk early-January hoops.We hit Trae Young heading to Washington, whether there is actually a trade market for Ja Morant, and Kevin Durant passing Wilt on the all time scoring list.We get into Luka and LeBron and whether either of them can drag the Lakers on a real run this year, which leads to the question nobody wants to answer… Is it possible this is LeBron’s last year?Tune in.
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EP40 - New Year, Same Way-Too-Long NBA Season
Episode 40 is here. Mickey Swish is out sick, so it’s just the Vibe Navigator and Ari Pods back in the booth after the holidays. We missed you.We talk about the Celtics. Then we talk about the Celtics some more. And yes, eventually we get to other things too. Turns out we really do need Doc Swish to keep us in line.We debate whether a 65 game minimum should really decide player awards, dig into whether NBA tanking is actually a problem or just a convenient distraction from bigger league issues, and close it out with the Vibe Navigator looking to start 2026 the right way with a fresh pick.Same vibes. New year. Tune in.
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EP39 - Why Wouldn't I?
The boys are back with a new episode and there is a lot to unpack…once we get through the Vibe Navigator’s technical difficulties.The NBA Cup is in the books and the Knicks are your champions, which raises some very real questions about what this tournament actually means. Should the Knicks expect true playoff success or is this a banner better left out of the rafters?We dive into the Terry Rozier situation and how it connects Charlotte, Miami, and the league office. Can a team really trade a player who is under federal investigation, and what does Adam Silver do if things get even messier.LeBron had some words after the game and it all started with a free throw. Was it nothing at all or was the King letting everyone know he is not thrilled.And finally we debate one of the most polarizing stars in the league right now. Is Shai a foulbaiter, a baller, or somehow both at the same time.Tune in for takes, arguments, and a few opinions that will definitely be clipped.
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EP38 - It's Not Blake's Fault
The boys are back for another week!The Celtics are on an absolute heater and playing at a level that somehow convinced the Vibe Navigator to say nice things about Joe Mazzulla. That alone might be the biggest surprise of the season.LeBron’s scoring streak finally came to an end and we try to figure out what it really means. Maybe it’s nothing. Maybe it’s the first real sign that the clock eventually catches everyone.We dig into the growing belief that Giannis could actually be traded and try to make sense of what destinations even make sense anymore.And then there’s the Clippers situation. Chris Paul was cut in the middle of the night and the whole thing feels like another chapter in a long book about how cursed that franchise really is.Tune in.
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EP37 - Draft Day (No, not the movie)
The boys are back! This week we hit the top teams in each conference before unveiling a brand-new segment where the fellas draft their top American-born hoopers.Tune in.
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EP36 - Ja Jrama
We did it. An entire episode without mentioning…that boy down in San Antonio.This week, the fellas actually talk about…the Toronto Raptors?? We also welcome LeBron back to the court, ask some real questions about Tyrese Maxey’s ceiling, break down the Klay vs. Ja spat, and react to CP3 officially hanging ’em up.Tune in.
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EP35 - Ding Dong, Nico's Gone
This week: 50 minutes of Nico Harrison deep-dive (yes, we get a little tinfoil-hat, and no, we regret nothing).We hit Steph’s graceful aging, what the LeLakers look like when the King returns, and Jesse issues a formal apology to the best player in the world. Someone get us in touch with that Serbian in Denver.Plus: a fresh weekly pick as the Vibe Navigator looks to bounce back from his first (and only) L of the season.Tune in!
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EP34 - It’s a Power Forward and a Center
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing! This week, the Vibe Navigator takes the gang through his visit to Capital One Arena for a Live and In-Person NBA Cup game. He’s not sold.Plus, a number of players and teams alike are flying high to start the season. Do impressive regular season stats matter without playoff success?And, the Vibe Navigator looks to build on his undefeated (????) start to the season with his weekly pick.Tune in!
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EP33 - It's Early Days
Welcome back! On today’s episode of Dishing and Swishing, Mickey Swish and the Vibe Navigator react to the opening weeks of the 2025-2026 NBA season. Can Tyrese Maxey fulfill the Vibe Navigator’s pre-season predictions for the 76ers? Is Austin Reaves the best player on the Lakers? Will Ja Morant remain a member of the Memphis Grizzlies? None of these, and more, answered here. Plus, Vibe Navigator drops his weekly pick as he hopes to build on his perfect start to season. Tune in!
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EP32 - Wemby's here, he's mean, and we love it.
Well, well, well, the Vibe Navigator and Ari Pods were left alone for this one. You know what that means – Get ready to learn Victor Wembanyama, listener. Plus, an all-time NBA gambling scandal rocks the league. Is your favorite player throwing games, or are they just bad? And, the NBA Cup is back?? I guess we’re throwing down a future. Tune in to listen to this week’s episode of Dishing and Swishing!
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EP31 - SZN2
Against all odds, and certainly not by popular demand, we are BACK! Season 2 of Dishing and Swishing promises to hold deeper analysis, hotter takes, and (hopefully) even better gambling results. The boys tip it off this year talking conference previews, potential NBA final matchups, and the Vibe Navigator's first locks of the year for opening day! Tune in!
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EP30 - Rings, Rumors, and Rebuilds
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside seat to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited and proudly sponsored by Novig.Episode 30 brings the curtain down on the season – and the fireworks are still flying. We unpack the NBA Finals conclusion: OKC earned the crown – how did they do it, and what does the legacy check looks like on the other side.Then it’s straight into chaos: the trade machine is overheating. Blockbusters, blindside moves, and front offices playing chess while the fans are still holding checkers. We size up what these seismic shifts mean for contenders and rebuilders alike.Next up, the NBA Draft looms – we sketch out early expectations, fit watch, and if any players can swing a franchise’s future.And finally… the Vibe Navigator calls for divine intervention. It’s been a season, and he’s lobbing a full-court prayer with his last pick of the year – redemption or ruin incoming.Pressure’s on. Vibes never waver.Just hoop talk. Let’s ride.
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EP29 - Final Finals Takes
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside seat to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited and proudly sponsored by Novig.Episode 29 is all about the NBA Finals crescendo. We break down the pivotal moments through Game 5, the star turns, the strategic shifts, and what it’ll take for either squad to raise the banner.But that’s not all – the offseason’s already cooking. Trades, rumors, whispers from the desert – we get into the earliest moves and what they signal about the league’s direction this summer.And in a moment of spiritual clarity (or madness), the Vibe Navigator throws every last chip into the center of the table. Stakes high. Vibes higher.Just hoop talk. Let’s ride.
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EP28 - NBA Finals Games 1 & 2 + The Knicks Say Goodbye to Thibs
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside seat to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited and proudly sponsored by Novig.Episode 28 breaks down the opening blows of the NBA Finals. We dive into Games 1 and 2, who’s stepping up, who’s fading, and how the series narrative is already starting to take shape.But it’s not just the basketball – we need to talk about these NBA Finals courts. The colors, the logos, the general eyeball assault. It’s bad. We air it out.And then, in a twist that only the Knicks can deliver, New York moves on from Tom Thibodeau. What it means, where they go next, and whether the Thibs Era ever really worked.Just hoop talk. Let’s ride.
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EP27 - Finals Forecast + Vibe Check for the Vanquished
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside seat to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited and proudly sponsored by Novig.Episode 27 dives into the aftermath of the Conference Finals. We give the two losers their flowers (or maybe just a reality check), unpack what went wrong, and what’s next for those squads.Then it’s all eyes on the main event: the NBA Finals. Matchups, X-factors, narratives – we’ve got the full preview.And you know what time it is – the Vibe Navigator returns with another batch of Nick Wright tweets. Buckle up.Just hoop talk. Let’s ride.
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EP26 - Final Four Exit Interview + Rulebook Rants
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside seat to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited and proudly sponsored by Novig.Episode 26 is here, and it’s all about the Conference Finals. We break down how the matchups are playing out, who stepped up, who fell short, and what it all means heading towards the Finals.Then we zoom out for some league-wide chatter – flopping, fouling up 3, and whether it’s time for some serious rule changes. You know we’ve got thoughts.Plus, it’s Nick Wright hour with the Vibe Navigator?Just hoop talk. Let’s ride.
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EP25 - In Memoriam of the Boston Celtics
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside seat to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited and proudly sponsored by Novig.Episode 25 is here, and it’s a tough one for Vibe Navigator – the Celtics are out, and the vibes are definitely down bad. We break it all down, talk through what went wrong, and look ahead to what’s next.We get into the Conference Finals matchups, breaking down the action and what to watch for. Plus, we can’t help but ask: Is the NBA Draft Rigged? We talk the conspiracies and what it means for the league.Just hoop talk. Let’s ride.
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EP24 - Playoff Banter
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside seat to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited and proudly sponsored by Novig.Episode 24 is here – and yeah, it’s a day late (Your faithful producer, Ari Pods, takes full responsibility, my bad y’all) – but it’s packed with everything you need. We’re talking playoff chaos, Giannis' next stop, and the next wave of draft prospects who could change the game.The boys break down the biggest matchups, spotlight key players, and take a peek at who’s coming up in the draft. No frills, just hoops.Let’s ride.
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EP23 - Knicks Take On Boston (And So Does TJ)
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside seat to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited and proudly sponsored by Novig.Episode 23 is a special one – not just because the takes are hot and the matchups are hotter, but because we’re joined by our very first guest, NY TJ, to break down the Knicks-Celtics showdown. A New York voice with unshakable confidence, just the way we like it.We dive into two wild Game 7s, recap the Warriors-Rockets and Nuggets-Clippers matchups, and take a brief detour into the mysterious lore of Tyrese Haliburton’s Old Man — yes, you read that right.Plus:• Cavs-Pacers Game 1 Postmortem• Thunder-Nuggets Vibe Check• Timberwolves-Warriors Deep CutAnd of course, Vibe Navigator™ returns with another pick – untouchable, undefeated(??), and completely uninterested in your analytics.From near-expert insight to full-blown fan delusion, we’re keeping the energy sky-high.Let’s ride.
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EP22 - 1,000 Listens, Thank You!
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside seat to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited and proudly sponsored by Novig.We’ve officially crossed 1,000 listens, and we’re feeling the love. Thank you all for tuning in, sharing, and riding with us through the season. The takes are still wild, the confidence still unjustified, and the vibes? Immaculate.In Episode 22, we stay locked in on the NBA Playoffs – the drama is heating up and the matchups are getting spicier by the minute. Then, Vibe Navigator™ delivers another pick – smooth, unshaken, and fully in tune with the playoff energy. No hype needed. Just vibes.From hard analysis to hard delusion, we’re here for all of it. Let’s keep it rolling.
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EP21 - Tears, Takes, and the First Round
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside seat to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited and proudly sponsored by Novig.In Episode 21, we promise a full, series-by-series playoff breakdown… and we eventually deliver. But first, we pour one out (or maybe several) for the Chicago Bulls. Yes, they're already eliminated. Yes, it's been rough. And yes, we somehow manage to talk about them for 15 full minutes. Think of it as group therapy – if your therapist also roasted your team’s roster construction and ownership.After that emotional detour, we lock in on the actual playoffs. Every matchup. Every storyline. Every irrationally confident take. We’re talking X’s and O’s, coaching battles, superstar moments waiting to happen, and just the right amount of spicy predictions.We’re asking the questions nobody else is, and answering them like we’ve got nothing to lose. It’s full-court analysis with midrange-level humility.Let’s ride – the playoffs are in full swing.
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EP20 - Playoffs. Are. Here.
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing - your courtside seat to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited. We are proudly sponsored by Novig.In Episode 20, the wait is over - the NBA Playoffs are here, and we are absolutely hyped. No side quests this week, just pure postseason energy. We dive headfirst into the matchups, the storylines, and the chaos to come. Who’s got the juice? Who’s on upset alert? And which stars are about to go supernova?We break down each series with the perfect mix of analysis and irrational confidence, picking our favorites, throwing shade where it’s earned, and embracing the beautiful unpredictability of playoff basketball. The takes are bold and the enthusiasm is off the charts.Strap in. It’s playoff time.
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EP19 - Sell the Sneakers, Ja
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your go-to source for all things NBA, brought to you by Orb Analytics Limited, sponsored by Novig.This week, we’re letting it fly with:🧭 The Vibe Navigator returns – and we’re just excited to talk hoops again🌵 The West is TIGHT – it’s a mess, and we love it🥴 Draymond being Draymond – again🚀 Houston is good?? Yeah, I guess💸 Ja Morant needs to grow up and get that bag🏀 We guess the NCAA champion – boldly, blindly, beautifullyLet’s get into it.
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EP18 - Hot Hands + Hot Heads
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your go-to source for all things NBA, brought to you by Orb Analytics Limited.In Episode 18, the vibes are high, the takes are hotter, and the league is on fire. We kick things off with a heartfelt Manifesto from the Vibe Navigator, who was a game-time coach’s decision scratch for today’s episode (DNP: Hangover). Then, we ride the wave of hot streaks heating up both conferences, spotlighting the players and teams who just can’t seem to miss.But it’s not all good news – the injury bug continues to wreak havoc, and we break down who’s out, who’s hanging on, and what it means for playoff hopes across the board.Oh, and did someone say fight? We unpack the latest on-court altercation, plus the ongoing beef that just won’t die: Stephen A. Smith vs. LeBron James – yes, it continues, and yes, we have thoughts.
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EP17 - Bracket Busters + the Bourbon Trail
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – the pod that brings you real hoops talk with vibes, takes, and just enough chaos.This week, we’re coming in hot with:🧳 The Vibe Navigator returns from Kentucky – bourbon, bracket busts, and bizarre vibes🏀 March Madness mayhem – upsets, overachievers, and why Mickey Swish wants more fundamentals📅 NBA regular season winding down – who's heating up, who's cooked, and what it means for the playoffs🎧 Mickey Swish got recognized online – the legend growsLet’s get into it.
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EP16 - Get to know Mickey Swish
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your go-to spot for hoops talk that keeps it real.This week, we’ve got a stacked lineup:🔥 Exciting corporate partnership? We’re leveling up—details inside.🎙 State of the pod – where we’ve been, where we’re headed, and what’s next.📊 NBA Analytics – love ‘em or hate ‘em, they’re shaping the game. Let’s talk about it.💭 Casuals think the NBA is soft – but is it really? Breaking down the discourse.🏀 Get to know Mickey Swish – who is he, and why should you listen to him talk hoops every week?🐐 The GOAT conversation is more nuanced than you think – let’s move past the barbershop debates.All that, plus quick hits from around the league. Let’s get into it.
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EP15 - Less Talk, More Hoops: The NBA Media Circus
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your go-to spot for hoops talk that keeps it real.Fifteen episodes in—yeah, 15 whole episodes—and we’re just getting started. Thanks for rocking with us.This week, we’re diving into the biggest storylines around the league. It’s NBA media beef season, and we’re eating. Stephen A. vs. LeBron, Perkins vs. Chuck, the ESPN fallout—what’s real, what’s performative, and what does it say about the state of basketball coverage?On the court, we’re giving love to Cleveland and OKC—not the sexiest teams, but maybe the best in each conference. Time to start taking them seriously.And of course, we’re closing things out with a game—because what’s a podcast without a little chaos?All that, plus quick hits from around the league. Let’s get into it.
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EP14 - Earn It With Meat
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your go-to spot for all things NBA, unfiltered and straight to the point.In Episode 14, we’re tackling the big question: Who is the face of the league? LeBron is still defying time, Steph keeps torching defenses, and new superstars are making their case. The answer isn’t as clear-cut as you think. One thing we do know? It’s not you, Jayson Tatum.Then, Joel Embiid is out for the season. Brutal. But at what point do injuries stop being bad luck and start feeling like a karmic tax on The Process?Speaking of the Celtics, they just got clipped by the Cavs. Is Cleveland a real contender, or are they just fool’s gold?Plus, we’re breaking down our favorite brain-rot trend: Scoring with meat. No, not that kind of meat. We’ll explain.And as always, Vibe Navigator has a pick to keep you locked in for Tuesday’s game at MSG.You won’t want to miss this one. Alright, let’s get into it!Reach out to us:📧 Email: [email protected]🐦 Twitter: Dishing and Swishing (@OrbNBAPod)🏀 Mickey Swish: (@swishmickey)📡 Vibe Navigator: (@VibeNav15)
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EP13 - Wemby’s World, Giannis Watch, and… an Indictment of Hockey?!
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your go-to spot for all things NBA, unfiltered and straight to the point.In this episode, we’re diving into:🏀 Wemby and Pop – What’s going on in San Antonio? We’re keeping an eye on the health of both Victor Wembanyama and Gregg Popovich, sending our best wishes their way. At the end of the day, it’s just a game.👀 Giannis Watch – Is the Greek Freak staying in Milwaukee? Would you want to stay in Milwaukee? We’re talking about his future and what’s next for the Bucks.🔥 Kevin Durant Watch – KD is one of the best ever, but does his career leave us wanting more? We debate his legacy and whether Phoenix is really built for a deep run.🏆 Lakers vs. Nuggets Recap – A deep dive into the latest clash between these two Western Conference heavyweights. Who has whose number now?⚔️ Lakers vs. Mavs Showdown – It’s Dallas’ first visit to LA since the Luka-AD trade sent shockwaves through the league. How do both teams look after the blockbuster move, and who has the edge in this new era of the rivalry?💰 VibeNav’s Pick – Looking for an edge for Tuesday’s big game? We’ve got a play you won’t want to miss.And somehow, we end up putting hockey on trial… Tune in to find out why.You won’t want to miss this one. Alright, let’s get into it!—📧 Email: [email protected] 🐦 Twitter: Dishing and Swishing@OrbNBAPod🏀 Mickey Swish: @swishmickey📡 Vibe Navigator: @VibeNav15
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EP12 - Is the All-Star Game supposed to be bad?
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing– your go-to spot for all things NBA, unfiltered and straight to the point.In Episode 12, we’re breaking down one of the worst All-Star Games in recent memory – and the coverage wasn’t much better. Is this rock bottom for the NBA’s midseason showcase, or can it be saved? We’ve got thoughts.Then, what is Draymond Green doing? Seriously. We try to make sense of his latest antics and what they mean for the Warriors.We’re also looking ahead to the stretch run – which teams are on the bubble, who’s primed for a late-season push, and somehow, some way, the Detroit Pistons are… the six seed???And of course, we’ve got a pick from Vibe Navigator for Thursday’s slate – so if you’re looking for an edge, stay locked in.You won’t want to miss this one. Alright, let’s get into it!Reach out to us:📧 Email:[email protected] 🐦 Twitter:Dishing and Swishing (@OrbNBAPod) 🏀 Mickey Swish:(@swishmickey) 📡 Vibe Navigator:(@VibeNav15)
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EP11 - Dallas Mavericks; who do you think you are?!
Welcome back toDishing and Swishing – your courtside pass to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited.In Episode 11, we’re diving deep into one of the wildest trades in modern NBA history – yes,again. It’s time to re-litigate theLuka Doncic trade in the grand scheme of all-time franchise-great players. If you’re sick of Luka talk, no hard feelings –skip ahead 30 minutes.But that’s just the start. Injuries are affecting teams (and trades) across the league, and we break down the key absences that are reshaping the playoff picture. We also pay tribute to the legendaryHubie Brown, whose impact on the game goes far beyond the broadcast booth.Then, it’sAll-Star Weekend, and frankly, we’re over it. We get into why the hype isn’t hitting like it used to and what the NBA could do to fix it.And finally, our producer has abone to pick withShams Charania. That’s right – we’ve got a challenge on the table. Will he respond? We’ll see.You won’t want to miss this one. Reach out to us – we want to hear from you!📧 Email:[email protected]🐦 X/Twitter:Dishing and Swishing (@OrbNBAPod)🏀 Mickey Swish:(@swishmickey)📡 Vibe Navigator:(@VibeNav15)Alright, let’s get into it!
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EP10 - Jalen Hood-Schifino is a Utah Jazz
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside pass to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited. In Episode 10, we’ve got breaking news that’s shaking up the league and beyond – the biggest trade in sports history just dropped! Jalen Hood-Schifino is heading to the Utah Jazz, and we dive deep into what his fit could mean for the team’s future. Oh, and in case that wasn’t enough drama – Luka Doncic is now a Laker. Let that sink in for a second. We explore how this blockbuster move impacts both franchises, what it does for the Lakers' title hopes, and how Luka’s game might evolve in Hollywood. Plus, we take a step back to ask: What does this seismic trade mean for the league's balance of power, the fan experience, and future trades across the sports world? You won’t want to miss this one – it’s all here on Dishing and Swishing! Let’s get into it!
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EP09 - What Crisis?
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside pass to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited. In Episode 9, the squad is back to full strength as Mickey Swish returns from IR! We kick things off with the NBA Cup Finals – the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Then, it’s onto the All-Star Game, where we unpack the latest buzz and proposed changes that could shake things up. But the big question this week: From sagging viewership to superstar narratives, the NBA facing a crisis...or is it? We break it all down and give our take on what’s really going on with the league. It’s all here on Dishing and Swishing – let’s get into it!
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EP08 - We fix the NBA
Welcome back to Dishing and Swishing – your courtside pass to all things NBA, powered by Orb Analytics Limited. In Episode 8, we’re diving into the NBA Cup knockout rounds: who’s in, who’s out, and which teams have the best shot at taking home the trophy. The stakes are rising, and so is the drama. Next, can the league’s biggest stars thrive in the smallest markets? Finally, it’s time to fix the NBA. Yep, we’re putting our commissioner hats on and brainstorming some bold ideas to make the league better for fans, players, and everyone in between. All that, plus quick takes from around the league and our Official Pick of the Week. It’s all happening on Dishing and Swishing – let’s get into it!
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