Best Hornets Fanatic Podcasts (2025)

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Always Look On The Bright Side - Part 1 | Sarr Is Starting To Look Like A Star | The Raptors Have A Sneaky Good Roster 14:16

2M ago14:16

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5 teams from each conference are set to have their seasons end over the coming week or so, therefore Nic decided to look on the bright side and share a positive comment about each of these teams. This week tackling the Eastern Conference, Nic discussed the fact that Alex Sarr is starting to look like a star for the Wizards. Whilst also acknowledgin…

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Contenders Or Pretenders (West) | Are Memphis The Real Deal? | Can The Rockets Launch Into Orbit... 16:59

2M ago16:59

16:59

The NBA postseason is rapidly approaching… We’re now getting a much better understanding about which teams are Contenders or Pretenders. This week Nic tackled the Western Conference, evaluating which category these teams fell into. Certainly subject to a lot of backlash, Nic weighed in if the Grizzlies are a championship contending team this season…

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Contenders Or Pretenders (East) | Giddey Takes Control Of The Bulls | Can The Bucks Big 2 Carry Them? 20:24

3M ago20:24

20:24

As postseason basketball rapidly approaches, we're now getting a much better understanding about which teams are Contenders or Pretenders. This week Nic tackled the Eastern Conference, evaluating which category these teams fell into. Despite their lowly position, with Josh Giddey taking control of the Bulls, are they good enough to be considered a …

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Which Players Have Taken A Step Backwards? | Philly Needs PG To Step Up | The Mavs Lose Another Star To Injury 18:56

3M ago18:56

18:56

The NBA season has been full of breakout performances—but not everyone has taken their game to the next level. This week, Nic highlights three players who have regressed, with Paul George absolutely making the list. Tune in to find out who else has taken a step backward. We also break down all the major headlines from the week, including the shocki…

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The MVP Race Continues To Heat Up | The Spurs Take A Blow | Are The Pistons The Real Deal? 22:24

3M ago22:24

22:24

After a weeks hiatus across the All-Star break, Nic returned this week to look at some of the most exciting storylines still set to play out across the back end of the regular season. With most teams having around 20-25 games to go, still still plenty of intrigue… In this episode we looked whether the Pistons are the real deal, as well as the nail …

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NBA Trade Deadline Winners & Losers | Fox Comes Out On Top | The Bucks Are In Trouble 19:20

4M ago19:20

19:20

The dust has finally started to settle after an outrageous NBA trade deadline period, that saw the whole league turned upside down. With that in mind, Nic this week decided to go through and give some of his winners and losers from the NBA trade deadline… Due to their acquisition of some highly inefficient players, Nic saw the Bucks as a major lose…

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The NBA Is Flipped On Its Head | Luka In Purple & Gold | Wemby Has A New Running Mate 23:39

4M ago23:39

23:39

The entire landscape of the NBA has been flipped on its head off the back of some monumental trades before the trade deadline. On this weeks show Nic discussed and graded the two blockbuster trades that have gone down over the last few days, which included Luka Doncic landing in the purple & gold. The ramifications of this trade are certainly going…

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Who Has More To Give? | The Knicks Are Finding Their Grove | Hornets Lose Their Sting 21:23

4M ago21:23

21:23

We are now well and truly past the halfway mark of the season, yet it feels even this far into the season like some players have more levels to reach. On this weeks show, Nic listed 4 players he think can give more to help their teams make the playoffs. Former MVP, Joel Embiid and Warriors sharpshooter Buddy Hield were two of these names mentioned.…

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Moves To Be Made | A Surprise Entrant In The Jimmy Butler Sweepstakes | The Mavs Take A Hit 18:09

4M ago18:09

18:09

The NBA trade deadline is rapidly approaching, yet there are still a multitude of teams that have moves to make before that point in time. On this weeks show, Nic rattled through 4 teams that he thinks could be active prior to the deadline, including a surprise name arising in the Jimmy Butler sweepstakes. We also discussed one of the Mavs young fr…

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Reviewing My Western Conference Predictions | Houston Rockets Are Ready for Lift-Off | The Pelicans Face a Dilemma 19:14

5M ago19:14

19:14

After diving into the Eastern Conference last week, Nic is back to review his preseason predictions for the Western Conference! As with any NBA podcast, some predictions hit the mark, while others... not so much. In this episode, we discuss Houston’s emergence as a legitimate force this season and the tough decisions the Pelicans are facing. Join u…

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Reviewing My Eastern Conference Predictions | Rising Star Emerges | Cavs Lead the Way 17:20

5M ago17:20

17:20

The festive season has come and gone for another year, and with that marks the return of The Daily Dribble. Nic returned this week for the first episode of 2025, to discuss some of the things he got right and wrong in his preseason predictions. This week we looked at the Eastern Conference... Nic certainly didn't foresee the Cavs leading the NBA ne…

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The Gift That Keeps On Giving | Dennis Schroder Heads West | From Bad to Worse for the 76ers 31:59

5M ago31:59

31:59

In this action-packed episode of The Daily Dribble podcast, Nic dives into one of the most exciting periods of the NBA season – the trade window! This week, we break down the headline move of Dennis Schroder heading west to join the Golden State Warriors. Plus, we explore the Lakers’ hunt for a high-quality big man as they aim to solidify their pla…

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NBA Teams Christmas Wishlist | The Celtics Are Letting It Fly | Herro Is Now The Guy 22:53

6M ago22:53

22:53

In this festive episode of The Daily Dribble, Nic returns after a short break to dive into the latest NBA updates as Christmas approaches. This week, we explore what's on NBA teams' Christmas wishlists, including the Washington Wizards' ongoing search for a win and Tyler Herro's impressive rise as Miami's go-to player. Herro has been on fire recent…

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'Tis The Season of Giving Pt. 2 | Jokic Reigns Supreme | Houston's Hot Start 22:58

6M ago22:58

22:58

In this episode of The Daily Dribble Podcast, Nic returns for Part 2 of our special two-part series, 'Tis The Season of Giving. After covering the Eastern Conference in last week’s episode, Nic shifts the spotlight to all 15 teams in the Western Conference, sharing his thoughtful compliments and analysis. Key Highlights: Nikola Jokic: The reigning …

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'Tis The Season Of Giving | Knicks Working It Out | The Bulls Unsung Hero 24:17

6M ago24:17

24:17

As the festive season draws near, Nic is embracing the season of giving—and what better way to kick things off than with a heartfelt compliment to every team in the NBA’s Eastern Conference? In this week's episode of the podcast, Nic begins a two-part series, offering praise for each of the 15 teams, no matter where they stand in the standings. Whi…

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Who's On The Up / Who's On The Down? | Cavs Chasing History | Sideline Stints For Everyone 22:44

7M ago22:44

22:44

In this week’s episode, we’re breaking down all the news from another massive week of NBA action. We dived into injuries, standout performances, and slumps. With a growing list of sidelined players, including Tyrese Maxey, Zion Williamson, Kevin Durant, and Chet Holmgren, we examine which injuries could have the most significant impact on their tea…

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Giannis Eyeing Heat Trade? | Cavs Perfect Start | KD Is Still That Guy 20:11

7M ago20:11

20:11

In this episode of The Daily Dribble, we kick things off with a recap of the latest NBA news, including a look at Aaron Gordon’s recent injury and Giannis Antetokounmpo’s rumored interest in joining the Miami Heat. We dive into the potential ripple effects for both players’ teams and what these developments mean for the rest of the league. Next, we…

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NBA Injury Bug Hits Hard | Buddy Hield’s 6th Man Push | Paolo Banchero’s MVP Start 21:47

7M ago21:47

21:47

The NBA season is just a week old, and injuries are already making headlines. From Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray’s fractured hand to James Wiseman’s Achilles tear and Taylor Hendricks’ season-ending injuries, we cover the major setbacks affecting teams and wish these players a swift recovery. As the season unfolds, early surprises are taking shape. Cou…

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The NBA Is Back | Celtics Dominate Knicks | Lakers Shine in Season Opener 21:07

7M ago21:07

21:07

The NBA is officially back, and we’re diving into the thrilling season opener! In this episode, we recap how the Boston Celtics flexed their championship muscles against the revamped New York Knicks, led by a fiery performance from Jayson Tatum amid offseason drama. We also highlight the Los Angeles Lakers' impressive start, powered by Anthony Davi…

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NBA Awards Predictions | Luka Dončić's MVP Push | Josh Giddey's Rebirth In Chicago 23:46

8M ago23:46

23:46

In this can’t miss episode of The Daily Dribble NBA podcast, Nic breaks down his bold predictions for the 2024 NBA Awards, featuring a mix of established stars and rising talent. This season’s MVP race is heating up, and Nic explains why Luka Dončić is set to take home his first NBA MVP award. With the Dallas Mavericks building a roster designed to…

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Western Conference Season Predictions | Thunder Causing A Rumble | Memphis To Come Up Short… 32:28

8M ago32:28

32:28

This week, Nic returned to share his Western Conference Season Predictions! These episodes are always full of lively debate, and that's what makes them so engaging. We ranked all 15 Western Conference teams, from the potential #15 seed to the top contenders for the #1 seed. Key discussion points include whether the Thunder are the front runners to …

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Eastern Conference Season Predictions | KAT Set to Launch the Knicks | Can the Wizards Spark Some Magic? 31:26

8M ago31:26

31:26

This week, Nic returns with one of the most anticipated episodes of the year: his Eastern Conference Season Predictions! These episodes are always full of lively debate, and that's what makes them so engaging. We ranked all 15 Eastern Conference teams, from the potential #15 seed to the top contenders for the #1 seed. Key discussion points include …

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Fantasy Must Haves | Scottie Barnes Looks Set To Scorch | Philly Spending Big 21:53

8M ago21:53

21:53

One of the most exciting parts of the NBA season has to be the return of fantasy basketball. This week Nic looks at some of his fantasy must haves. These don’t always have to be the biggest or best players, but more so players who night in and night out are going to deliver consistent scores for your team. For example, Jalen Johnson is a great name…

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The Best Without The Bling | Mavs Look To Go One Better | Knicks Rounding Out Their Squad 26:07

8M ago26:07

26:07

This week Nic wanted to look at the best without the bling... the best players in the NBA yet to win a ring in their careers thus far. 12 players were rattled off, going from least likely to most likely in terms of changing their ring status this season. The Mavs look to go one better than last season in their push to grant Luka his first ring, bei…

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The Future Looks Bright | Nuggets Steady The Ship | Suns Look Set To Burn Out 23:43

9M ago23:43

23:43

We've got all focus on the upcoming season, but that's not to say we can't look further beyond that...The future looks bright (or maybe not) for some teams as we cast our eyes forward to how some of the league's young cores are poised at the moment. Nic looked at some of the teams who have the most promising young guns at their disposal. With the R…

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You Win Some, You Lose Some | Are The Pelicans A Title Contending Team? | Steph Secures The Bag 22:07

9M ago22:07

22:07

Many teams have found out that the off season has many twists and turns... that often you win some, you lose some! This week Nic looked at some of the teams that had both positive and negative moments this offseason. This included discussing are the Pelicans a title contending team, based on their offseason. In a positive they signed Dejounte Murra…

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The Mailbag Returns | The New Face Of The League | Luka In Purple and Gold? 20:50

9M ago20:50

20:50

The new face of the league… is that what Anthony Edwards is now becoming? This was one of the questions posed to Nic this weekas the mailbag made its triumphant return… You guys were great at sending in questions about life, sport and everything in between. We also looked at the big talking points to come out of the week. This included Boogie Cousi…

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The Untouchables pt.2 | Banchero Has The Magic Touch | Should The League Adopt The 4-Point Line? 23:19

9M ago23:19

23:19

After discussing some of the league's cornerstone players last week, Nic returned this time around with the Untouchables pt.2. These players from their respective franchises shouldn't ever enter trade talks... They don't necessarily have to be the best player, but they're the player the franchise should be looking to build around. Paolo Banchero is…

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The Untouchables | Zions Dark Horse MVP Case | LeBron Being LeBron 24:48

10M ago24:48

24:48

The NBA is a league of forever moving players... but some players are classified as the untouchables. Nic this week cast a light on some of the league's most untouchable players. These players from their respective franchises shouldn't ever enter trade talks. Zion Williamson is one of those names. Nic made the case as to why he could be a dark hors…

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Who's Ready To Ball Out? | Stormin Norman Powell Set To Takeover | Markkanen Staying In Utah 20:52

10M ago20:52

20:52

With the Olympics reaching its final stages, all attention is now beginning to turn to the start of the 2024/2025 season... and with that, some of the players who are ready to ball out next season. Nic this week took the chance to highlight 4 players who he thinks are set for big seasons with their respective teams. This Included the thought that S…

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Key Olympic Takeaways | Is Josh Giddey Set To Takeover? | Suns Find Their New Point Guard 22:15

10M ago22:15

22:15

The Olympics have started with a bang... and already there's plenty of intriguing storylines to come out of the action in Paris. This week Nic took the opportunity to shine a light on some of the storylines that are currently playing out. This included South Sudan transcending sport and whether Josh Giddey is set to take over after an impressive st…

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Western Conference Season Grades | The Suns Slide | Rockets Heading To The Moon 27:23

10M ago27:23

27:23

On this week's show, Nic returned to tackle his Western Conference season grades, off the back of doing the East last week. For the 15 teams within the Conference, it was mixed fortunes. The Suns slide out of the playoffs resulted in their poor grading. Whereas the Rockets got a big pass mark after their regular season success. These gradings alway…

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Eastern Conference Season Grades | Magic Ignite Their Future | Raptors Long Road Back 29:58

11M ago29:58

29:58

The news has started to slow a little from Free Agency, but this served up a great opportunity for Nic to start his season gradings from the 2023-2024 campaign. This week we tackled the Eastern Conference and graded all 15 teams on the season that was. Some certainly performed better than others. The Magic ignited their future, with a real coming o…

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The Up-Down Report | Kings Secure DeRozan | Memphis To Bounce Back 21:18

11M ago21:18

21:18

Free Agency has certainly altered the NBA landscape... Yet there are still moves being made as the days progress. On this weeks show, Nic looked at who's on the way up and who's on the way down! These are teams that based on the past few weeks, are expected to go either up or down in next seasons standings. We also looked at some of the notable new…

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NBA Free Agency | Winners & Losers | Denver Have Fumbled It 20:19

11M ago20:19

20:19

As an NBA fan, the free agency period is certainly one of the most exciting times of the year... and this year has been no exception. On this week's show, Nic looked to tackle some of the biggest points of free agency in an installment of Winners & Losers. There have certainly been some big winners in this period, including Philly with their acquis…

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NBA Draft Day | Lakers Strengthen Family Ties | The Nova-Knicks 22:18

11M ago22:18

22:18

One of the most exciting days of the NBA calendar has officially come and gone, with the NBA draft serving up the next batch of superstars set to descend on the league. This week Nic looked at some of the fallout of the season's draft, by going through some of the winners and losers of draft day. The Lakers locking down Bronny James was certainly a…

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Celtics Claim Their Throne | Brown Stamps His Authority | Detroit Put It In Reverse 22:00

11M ago22:00

22:00

There you have it... The Celtics claim their throne after vanquishing the Mavs, 4-1 to claim the NBA Championship. On this weeks show, Nic looked at all the fallout of the Celtics historic title win. This included Jaylen Brown stamping his authority on the series, and the Celtics resigning a big name to hopefully go back to back. Elsewhere, there w…

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Dallas Hunting History | Celtics Cruising | Thunder Offseason Rumblings 16:13

12M ago16:13

16:13

The Dallas Mavericks will be hunting history if they're to turn their fortunes around, and make a play at the championship. On this weeks show, Nic tackled the fallout of games 2 & 3 from the NBA Finals, which currently sees the Celtics cruising with a 3-0 lead. It will take a herculean effort from the Mavs, they just have to remember that records …

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The Finals Begin With A Bang | KP Makes His Return Felt | Nuggets Look To Add Depth 16:29

12M ago16:29

16:29

The NBA Finals have officially began, with the Boston Celtics sending an emphatic message on their home court. On this weeks show, Nic discussed all the fallout of Game 1, including Kristaps Porzingis's incredible return to the squad. There was also some notable news to come out of the week, with Denvers interest in Gordon Hayward being of particul…

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The Stage Is Set | Finals Predictions | Clippers Try To Steady The Ship 19:39

12M ago19:39

19:39

We now officially have our two NBA finalists set to do battle. The Boston Celtics will matchup against the Dallas Mavericks for the right to be called champion. On this weeks show, Nic took the opportunity to give his thoughts on who will come out on top in this series, as well as how it might play out. We also looked at some of the notable news to…

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Then There Were 4 | Can The Wolves Regain Home Court? | All-NBA Squads Announced 18:39

1y ago18:39

18:39

4 teams remain, all hoping to be crowned this season's NBA Champion. On this week's show, Nic gave his thoughts on what had played out over the opening couple of games. The Pacers certainly did themselves dirty in Game 1 going down in OT, whilst the Wolves lost their home court advantage in their opening game... both are shaping up as thrilling ser…

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Down To The Final 8 | Hart Bringing The Heart | Should The Clippers Keep PG? 18:54

1y ago18:54

18:54

We are now officially down to our final 8 teams, as the Conference Semifinals kicked off with a bang this week. On this week's show, Nic returned to discuss some of the big talking points to come out of the matchups thus far. Which included Josh Hart continuing to bring the Heart for the Knicks in their matchup vs the Pacers, as well as the Denver …

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Conference Semifinal Predicitions | Lob City 2.0 | Knicks Set Their Sights On Booker 16:37

1y ago16:37

16:37

And just like that the field begins to thin... The first round is behind us, and now we look ahead to the Conference Semifinals. On this week's show, Nic gave his 2 cents on who he believes will come out on top in these 4 tantilising matchups. With particular excitement surrounding the Mavs and their introduction of lob city 2.0. There were also so…

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Playoffs Week One | Wolves Not Backing Down | Have The Hornets Found Their Man? 13:59

1y ago13:59

13:59

The Playoffs have certainly started with a bang! With both conferences keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Nic returned this week to discuss some of the key talking points to come out of the first week of action. The included teams inabilities to close out games, as well as the Wolves not taking a backwards step in their matchup with the Suns.…

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Playoff Ball Is Here | Can The Bucks Stay Afloat? | Suns Sign Star Long Term 16:07

1y ago16:07

16:07

Well we finally made it. This is the moment every NBA fan longs for... The NBA Playoffs are here. On this weeks show Nic discussed some of the matchups that are set to play out, and imparted his thoughts on how they might play out. As well as discussing if the Bucks can keep things afloat whilst Giannis is on the injury list. There was also news du…

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Playin Predictions | Can The Kings Rally | Is The Next NBA Dynasty Here? 19:28

1y ago19:28

19:28

This is officially the last stop before postseason basketball arrives, and the energy is electric to say the least. On this weeks show, Nic took the opportunity to give his predictions for the upcoming Playin matchups... Which was easy said than done, given most teams still have around 2 games to go in the regular season, which could greatly impact…

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Championship Power Rankings | Don't Sleep On The Mavs | Can The Clippers Get Over The Hump? 17:11

1y ago17:11

17:11

All focus now turns to the heavy hitters within the league, and thus this week served as a great opportunity to do our championship power rankings. Nic this week went through his top 10 championship contenders, with it shaping up as one of the most even fields in recent memory. The Mavs are certainly one team that needs to be feared this postseason…

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Glass Half Full (Western Conference) | Playoff Movers Get A Boost | In Wemby The Spurs Trust 21:54

1y ago21:54

21:54

After Nic tackled the Eastern Conference last week, he returned this week to go over the Western Conference in a segment dubbed "Glass Half Full". As like last week, 5 teams within the West are set to have their seasons end over the next week or two... Hence Nic wanted to give each of the 5 teams at the bottom of the standings a positive comment. I…

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Glass Half Full (Eastern Conference) | Lakers Need Help | Build Around Ball 16:56

1y ago16:56

16:56

This week Nic returned to take a glass half full perspective on the teams who are set to miss the Playin tournament. 5 teams within the Eastern Conference look set to have their season end over the coming weeks, so Nic decided to share one positive comment that fans can hold onto over the off season. We also looked at some of the notable talking po…

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Who Are The Leagues Most Underrated Players | Sengun Set For Take Off 15:07

1y ago15:07

15:07

As the regular season starts to draw to a close, attention is turning the leagues brightest stars... Nic this week though decided to focus on some of this seasons most underrated players. It's not always the just the big names who make an impact, with names like Tyus Jones and Bobby Portis more than carrying their own for their respective teams. Wi…

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