The NBA RUNDOWN

Dave Dabbah breaks down the rumors that IS LeBron James may be traded to the New York Knicks. Dabbah also covers the ESPN article by Baxter Holmes article "How Buss family infighting drove the $10B sale of the Lakers."

It's A Bad Idea For The Lakers to Trade Austin Reeves...

Shams REPORTS Trae Young FINALLY TRADED To THE WIZARDS #nba #traeyoung #basketball

Dave Dabbah breaks down the major issues the NBA is having with bad refs. Dabbah discusses what can be done to solve this problem and talks about suggestions from Lakers Head Coach JJ Redick and Mark Cuban. The Timberwolves, Rockets and Nuggets all had major issues in the past week with bad refs and the NBA has fined over 100k to head coaches around the NBA in the past week for their comments about NBA referees.

Dave Dabbah breaks down a Shams report which indicates that the Raptors, Hawks & Pistons are all interested in trading for Anthony Davis. Dabbah discusses how this will effect the young up and coming Dallas Mavericks Superstar Cooper Flagg. #nba #cooperflagg #basketball

Dave Dabbah breaks down the biggest NBA Storylines of the day including Chris Paul being released by the Clippers and Giannis talking about his future once again with the Bucks. #nba #nbanews #basketball

Austin Reaves Takes A MASSIVE LEAP FORWARD #nba #lakers #austinreaves

On today's NBA Rundown Dave Dabbah breaks down 8 insane NBA Trades that would completely break the league. From Ja Morant to LaMelo Ball to Anthony Davis we cover the some of hottest trades that would change the landscape of the NBA. #nba #basketball #nbanews

The Luka Doncic has been great & the Los Angeles Lakers are looking like a Problem for the rest of the NBA! LeBron is back, Austin Reaves and even DeAndre Ayton is playing well. However, the Lakers have 3 problems that the Lakers need to fix in order to have a chance at winning the NBA Championship!#nba #basketball #lakers #lukadoncic

“Tyrese Maxey is SHOCKING the NBA! Second in Scoring—Nobody Saw THIS Coming!”#7ers #nba #tyresemaxey #basketball

On today's NBA Rundown we explore two Anthony Edwards Trade Proposals. One send Edwards to the Golden State Warriors and the other ships him to the Chicago Bulls. #nba #anthonydavis #mavericks

The sneaker world just got rocked! Steph Curry, the face of Under Armour basketball, has finally said “Night Night” to his longtime brand partner. What does this shocking split mean for Curry’s legacy and the future of basketball footwear? Dive in as we break down the reasons behind the breakup, how it shakes up the sneaker market, and what superstar move Steph might make next. #stephcurry #nba #warriors

After pulling off the disastrous Luka Doncic trade to the Los Angeles Lakers—widely called one of the worst deals in NBA history—the Dallas Mavericks have officially fired Nico Harrison. This move caps off a wild and chaotic 9-month stretch for the Mavs, launching a new era led by Cooper Flagg and swirling with rumors of blockbuster trades for stars like Anthony Davis and Klay Thompson. It won’t erase the Luka trade fiasco, but it may be a step in the right direction. #nba #lukadoncic #mavericks #lakers

On today’s NBA Rundown, we’re diving into the biggest trade rumors heating up the league right now. Will Daniel Gafford end up with the Lakers to reunite with Luka Doncic? Are the Rockets or Timberwolves emerging as possible destinations for Ja Morant? Plus, is Klay Thompson really headed back to the Warriors, and what’s the latest with Zion Williamson and Trae Young’s futures? Let’s break it all down.#nba #lakers #nbatraderumors #basketball

Steve Ballmer’s in the hot seat—and it’s getting worse! The former Microsoft CEO and Clippers owner is now being SUED over his involvement in the Aspiration scandal, and the details are wild. In this video, we expose how Ballmer got caught up, who’s suing him, and the jaw-dropping claims shaking investors and fans alike. What does this bombshell lawsuit mean for Ballmer’s reputation? #steveballmer #nba #clippers #aspiration

The Los Angeles Lakers Luka Doncic is on a mission and the NBA can’t look away! The “Luka Doncic Revenge Tour” just kicked off with a historic start, breaking records and silencing critics in style. His 165 points through 4 games are the most since Wilt Chamberlain in 1962-63 🤯Find out how Luka’s epic performances are shaking up the league and we discusses what this means for his MVP chances.#lukadoncic #lakers #nba

Ja Morant suspended again?! What does this mean for the Memphis Grizzlies? Are the team and their star finally heading to divorce court? On today's NBA Rundown we dive into the 1 game suspension and discuss if its time to trade Morant. Shams reports: Suspension comes as a result of Grizzlies coach Tuomas Iisalo challenging Morant's leadership and effort in a postgame exchange after loss to the Lakers on Friday night -- to which Morant responded in a tone deemed inappropriate, sources said.#jamorant #grizzlies #nba

Jonathan Kuminga might finally be unlocking the missing piece to Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors’ success. After years of tension and inconsistent minutes, Kuminga and Coach Kerr are reportedly on the same page — and it’s already showing on the court. With Kuminga now in the starting lineup alongside Steph Curry, Golden State’s offense looks more athletic and dangerous than ever.Can Kuminga be the true missing link that takes pressure off Curry and sparks another Warriors run? On today's NBA Rundown I break down how this change could shift everything for the Dubs this season.#Warriors #StephCurry #JonathanKuminga #NBA #GoldenStateWarriors

Tonight, the San Antonio Spurs secured a historic 5-0 start to the NBA season by defeating the Miami Heat 107-101 at home. Victor Wembanyama led the way with a dominant performance, recording 27 points, 18 rebounds, six assists, and five blocked shots. This marked the first time in franchise history the Spurs have begun a season 5-0. Wembanyama's defensive prowess continues a streak of 90 straight games with at least one block, the fourth-longest in NBA history. Stephon Castle also contributed significantly with 21 points, eight assists, and six rebounds, while Devin Vassell added 17 points.The game featured a tense final quarter where the Heat mounted a 17-1 run in the first 4:35 to briefly take the lead, but the Spurs rallied back with an 8-3 run to close out the win. Fans loudly chanted MVP for Wembanyama after he energized the crowd late in the game. Despite missing several key Heat players, Miami's Bam Adebayo scored 31 points, but it wasn't enough to stop the Spurs from their best season start ever. #spurs #nba #wemby

The NBA season is just getting started—and we’re witnessing a historic wave of 40-point outbursts! This week alone brought 16 separate 40+ point performances, smashing the old record of 9 and sending shockwaves through the league.But what’s behind all this insane scoring? Are stars like Austin Reaves, Tyrese Maxey, Wemby, SGA and more reaching new heights because they are better? Is defense falling apart, or have the NBA refs changed the game by letting players play more freely? Dive in as we break down what’s fueling this jaw-dropping trend and what it means for the rest of the season!#nba #lakers #nbahighlights #basketball

On this episode of the NBA Rundown, we take a look at the top 7 NBA Rookies, plus I give out our first NBA Rookie of The Week Award. "VJ Edgecombe’s Epic Week: Why He’s the NBA’s Top Rookie Right Now" and why he is the NBA Rundowns Rookie of the Week. #nba #philadelphia76ers #vjedgecombe #basketball

On today's NBA Rundown I ask the question can the Alien "Wemby" actually steal this years NBA MVP award. Clearly, SGA, the Joker, Luka, and Anthony Edwards will be the main competition this season. Yet, Victor Wembanyama has delivered 2 memorable performance in his first 2 games of the young NBA season and lets face the facts, he simple does things on the basketball court that nobody else does. #nba #victorwembanyama #basketball #sanantoniospurs #sports

On today's NBA Rundown I've got some advice for Adam Silver and how the NBA should handle the Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier arrests for gambling.#nba #gambling #sportsnews

On today's show we cover SGA’s Double-OT Heroics, KD’s Off Night, and Butler Rescues the Warriors! Should Lakers Fans Panic and Steph Curry had an off night but still delivered the dagger in Warriors Lakers Showdown. Plus some thoughts on NBA being back on NBC for the first time in 23 years. #nba #thunder #warriors

Can OKC repeat and which 5 teams in the NBA have a legit chance to take them down? Will Thunder Strike Twice? The Truth About OKC’s Repeat Chances is the topic on today's NBA RUNDOWN. #nba #okc #nbanews

Seriously, Is $48 Million Really Enough For Kuminga?Jonathan Kuminga reportedly reaches 2-year, $48.5 million deal to return to Warriors after contract dispute. #nba #warriors #basketball #jonathankuminga

How DUMB Does Steve Ballmer & Kawhi Leonard Think We Are?

Drama in Houston: Kevin Durant’s IS ALREADY FEUDING WITH THE ROCKETS

MAKE THE 76ers HEALTHY AGAIN

HAS THE TIME COME FOR LEBRON JAMES TO RETIRE?

Skinny Luka Doncic has $417 MILLION Reasons For Only Signing A 3-Year Lakers Contract Extension. As soon as Luka Doncic could sign his Los Angeles Lakers contract extension, he did; however, he only signed a three-year contract extension for $165 million when he could have walked away with a four-year deal worth $222.4 million. In fact, the third year of the deal he signed is a player option, which sets Doncic up to sign a significantly larger contract in 2028, which could be worth a hard-to-believe $417 million.With LeBron James’ Lakers career beginning to wind down, this deal ultimately signals the start of the Lakers’ chase to pair Luka with another superstar.THE NAT: The Business & Buzz Behind Sports. https://thenat.substack.com/

IS MARCUS SMART THE MISSING PIECE FOR THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS?

The 2025 NBA Summer League is full steam ahead as Tre Johnson, Drew Timme, and Reed Sheppard delivered solid performances, which leaves me to believe that they are NBA-ready. Tre Johnson, the Washington Wizards’ No. 6 overall pick, goes viral for his wild self-assist off a defender’s leg—one of the most creative plays you'll see all year. Johnson finished his debut with 18 points, showing off elite shooting and next-level confidence. Meanwhile, Drew Timme scored 30 points tonight, and Reed Sheppard continues to show massive improvement, turning heads with their all-around impact. Sheppard 28 points in his first game with 4 steals...Who impressed you most? Drop your thoughts in the comments and SUBSCRIBE for more NBA content!

How Much Would You Pay To See Bronny vs Flagg NBA Summer League Showdown!

DOLAN'S NEW YORK KNICKS WIN BLUNDER OF THE YEAR AWARDClearly, James Dolan is up to his old games of meddling with things that should be left alone. Stuff like firing Tom Thibodeau without a clear plan for who would take over—a move more typical of a franchise that didn’t even come close to making the playoffs, not one that had just reached the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years.More than a month has passed, and the Knicks finally announced they had officially hired Mike Brown as their new head coach, bringing in the two-time NBA Coach of the Year to succeed Thibs. Brown is a more offensive-minded coach than Thibs and certainly is a good hire, considering they had no succession plan in place when Thibs got canned. CHECK OUT THE NAT: https://thenat.substack.com/p/the-blunder-of-the-year-knicks-finally-hire-headcoach-mike-brown

A Message To STEPHEN A. SMITH about his Max Kellerman Controversy. On today's NBA Rundown, I address Stephen A. Smith directly regarding his recent Max Kellerman takes. In my opinion, Smith continues to be disingenuous with regard to his role in Kellerman's ESPN firing. THE NAT:https://thenat.substack.com/

On today's NBA Rundown, we dive into the crazy NBA free agency moves. Plus, we discuss the possibility of a Bradley Beal buyout. From Ayton becoming a Lakers to Damien Lillard being cut by the Bucks, there has been a wide variety of surprising moves made during the first few days of the 2025 NBA free agency. Joining me on today's show is NBA Analyst Sudhanva Athreya.#nba #nbanews #nbafreeagencyCatch Sudhanva on his IG @sudhanvaathreya Check out The Nat: We cover the business & buzz behind sports.https://thenat.substack.com/

Since The Indiana Pacers Did Not Want To Pay Myles Turner, They Should Sell the Team. It's amazing that the current ownership was ok with walking away from Turner who has spent the last 10 years with the Pacers.

This video explores the possibility of the NBA expanding into new markets, specifically discussing the potential for a Las Vegas nba team. Commissioner Adam Silver has talked in the past about Seattle and Mexico City as possible expansion cities as well. Just a year ago, the expected price for an NBA expansion team was estimated between $2 billion and $3 billion. However, the league opted to wait until finalizing its new media rights deal—a strategic move by Silver that is about to pay off. Despite some recent dips in television ratings, the timing for expansion couldn’t be better, especially in light of blockbuster team sales, a huge $77 billion media rights deal, and soaring team valuations. So, what will it cost to join this exclusive club? The new entry fee is expected to land somewhere between $5 billion and $6 billion.More at THE NAT: https://thenat.substack.com/#nba #nbaexpansion #nbanews

Joining me on tonights NBA Rundown is NBA draft analyst Sudhanva Athreya. On tonights show, we cover all of the most recent NBA signings and NBA Free Agency action. * Jabari Smith Jr. * Naz Reid * Lebron James * James HardenFor more info on Sudhanva, follow him on his IG: @sudhanvaathreya #nba #nbanews #nbafreeagency #freeagency More at THE NAT:https://thenat.substack.com/

Joining me on today's NBA Rundown is NBA draft analyst Sudhanva Athreya. On today's show, we cover what went down in the NBA draft as well as some of the latest moves in the NBA, which include Naz Reid signing a $125M extension with the Minnesota Timberwolves. * Cooper Flagg * Dylan Harper * Ace Bailey * What was Joe Dumars thinking? For more info on Sudhanva, follow him on his IG: @sudhanvaathreya

Joe Dumars: The Worst TRADE IN NBA HISTORY? #nba #nbadraft

NBA Trade Season REACTION: KD, Poole, Holiday, Jalen Green, and more

How OKC Won The NBA Title On THE CHEAP

The Magical Indiana Pacers Carpet Ride Continues - Pacers force a game 7 in 108-91 win over the OKC Thunder.

The LAKERS Just SOLD For $10B And They Weren't Even For Sale - The Buss Family sells the Lakers on a $10B evaluation. Mark Walter just bought a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers at a jaw-dropping $10 BILLION valuation—the highest price ever paid for a sports franchise. 🏀💰Not bad for a team that had not even put up a for sale sign on its doors!

Tyrese Haliburton had a revenge of the Haliburton kind of night as he was just on board away from a triple-double as the Pacers took game 3 of the NBA Finals from the OKC Thunder. Pacers Take 2-1 Lead in NBA Finals with Home Win Over Thunder.Indiana outscored Oklahoma City 32-18 in the fourth quarter to secure a 116-107 victory, reclaiming the series lead in front of a raucous home crowd. “The Knicks gotta be the stupidest damn people in the world.”— Charles Barkley. Barkley made those comments before Game 3 of the NBA Finals. The Knicks, who fired their head coach Tom Thibodeau after making it to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in 25 years, appear to have no idea who was going to replace Thibs. An organizational mess...this is what happens when you don't have a plan in business. Check out the list of coaches that they are not allowed to interview because all these teams turned them down: Billy Donovan, Chicago BullsJason Kidd, Dallas MavericksIme Udoka, Houston RocketsChris Finch, Minnesota TimberwolvesQuin Snyder, Atlanta Hawks#NBA #thunder #pacers #2025nbafinals #game3 #thundervspacers #thundervspacers3 Check out our new website:https://thenat.substack.com/

At this point, it's safe to say that SGA is making it look too easy in the NBA Finals, at least from a scoring perspective. He has scored 72 points in his first 2 games of his NBA Finals Career. The OKC Thunder took complete control of game 2 and never looked back en route to a 123-107 win. With the win, the Thunder tie the series at 1-1. As for all the hype around Tyrese Haliburton, well, once again, he went missing in action for a large portion of the game tonight. If the Indiana Pacers really want to put an NBA Finals ring on their fingers, they are going to have to figure out how to free Tyrese Haliburton in the first half of Game 3 on Wednesday night. #nba #sga #nbafinals

PACERS SHOCK THUNDER BUT WE SHOULD NOT BE SURPRISED | Game 1 NBA FINALS

Why the New York Knicks Just Made a Mistake Firing Tom ThibodeauOverreacting to an NBA team's season ending has turned into a cottage industry both for fans and front offices.Just from an economic impact perspective, the New York Knicks made their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance in decades, temporarily renamed streets across New York City with players' names, and sold what can best be described as a ton of merchandise. However, just days after their surprising trip to the Eastern Conference Finals ended, Knicks President Leon Rose decided to throw all of that progress out the door.The New York Knicks’ decision to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau has sent shockwaves through the NBA and left many fans and analysts questioning the logic behind the move. After all, Thibodeau just led the team to its first Eastern Conference Finals appearance in 25 years, revitalizing a franchise long mired in mediocrity. Check out full article: https://thenat.substack.com/p/firing-tom-thibodeau-is-a-huge-new-york-knicks-blunder