NBA
Mentioned in 65 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A major professional basketball league that serves as a frequent podcast topic for discussing team performance, player analysis, and competitive integrity issues. Podcasts reference the NBA's governance decisions, including disciplinary actions, tanking prevention measures, independent medical verification protocols, and MVP eligibility rules. The league is also discussed for broader cultural moments, including player activism on social and political issues.
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Miller and Moulton · Apr 16, 2026
April 16, 2026 Hour 2 Bob Harig
“National Basketball Association reporting 86% jump in regular season ratings and 16% increase in average viewers year-over-year”
First Take · Apr 13, 2026
Hour 2: Are the Knicks on Upset Alert?
“League discussed extensively regarding tanking, media rights deals, and playoff structure concerns”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 13, 2026
April 13, 2026 Hour 2
“Professional basketball league discussed for tanking problem, play-in tournament structure, and regular season engagement issues”
First Take · Apr 10, 2026
Hour 2: Do the Knicks or Celtics Have the Edge in a Potential Playoff Rematch?
“Primary subject of discussion covering playoff implications, regular season standings, and award eligibility thresholds”
Nightcap · Apr 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 2: Allen Iverson CALLS OUT NBA Stars + Myles Garrett SKIPS Browns OFFSEASON PROGRAM + Jags Make Travis Hunter FULL TIME DB
“Primary subject of discussion regarding load management policies, 65-game threshold requirements, and player compensation structures”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 2: Allen Iverson CALLS OUT NBA Stars + Myles Garrett SKIPS Browns OFFSEASON PROGRAM + Jags Make Travis Hunter FULL TIME DB
“Primary subject of discussion regarding load management policies, 65-game threshold, and player availability crisis”
First Things First · Apr 9, 2026
Thunder on ‘dynasty watch’ after clinching 1-seed, Ravens’ Super Bowl Window, BUD List
“Central focus of episode discussing dynasty criteria, MVP voting, tanking, and the 65-game eligibility rule”
Durag and the Deertag · Apr 8, 2026
Durag and the Deertag Ep. 302: Pixelated Logs w/ Tubs
“Discussed in relation to Yao Ming's basketball career and dominance in the league”
Pardon My Take · Apr 8, 2026
Masters Preview With Shane Bacon, Max Homa, Michigan Wins The Natty, Bulls Fire Everyone + Hot Seat/Cool Throne And FAQ's
“Professional basketball league discussed regarding Bulls front office changes and playoff implications”
Joel Osteen Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
Anchored To Hope | Joel Osteen
“Referenced in context of Isaiah Austin's draft and Owen's aspirational interest in working for the organization”
Pivot Podcast · Apr 3, 2026
Special Pivot: Ryan, Channing and Fred get really personal opening up and answering your questions from life to sports to regrets to what ifs, everything is on the table and their responses may surprise you.
“League criticized for Pride Month initiatives; subject of Ivey's controversial comments about LGBTQ+ support”
First Take · Apr 3, 2026
Hour 2: High on the Huskies?
“Primary focus of episode discussing title contenders, team performance, and championship probability analysis”
Club 520 Podcast · Apr 2, 2026
Club 520 - Jeff Teague on Luka Doncic BALLIN' OUT post Mavs-Lakers trade, Jaden Ivey situation, Deontay Wilder
“Primary focus of sports discussion including trades, player conduct, and league expansion opportunities”
PBD Podcast · Apr 1, 2026
Trump To Address Nation + Dave Smith Debate | PBD #767
“League enforced ideological conformity by supporting team's decision to release Ivey for religious expression”
Almost Athletes with Dude Perfect · Apr 1, 2026
Millennial vs Gen Z Guess The Athlete Game + Dude Perfect CEO BTS Secrets
“Andrew Yaffe's former employer where he led social and digital content strategy for 15 years before joining Dude Perfect”
Mojo In The Morning · Apr 1, 2026
Dirty 3: JB Bickerstaff Comments on Jaden Ivey
“League discussed as inclusive environment; handles player conduct and organizational values around diversity”
Adam Carolla Show · Apr 1, 2026
Jay Mewes on Clerks, Kevin Smith & His Heroin Addiction + Man Caught Rubbing His Junk on Woman in Grocery Store
“Organizes Pride Month celebrations; selective enforcement of conduct policies criticized as performative activism”
Mostly Sports With Mark Titus and Brandon Walker · Mar 31, 2026
We STILL Can't Get Over The UConn Win + Is Wemby Winning MVP? | Mostly Sports EP 619 | 3.31.26
“Professional basketball league discussed extensively regarding MVP race and playoff contention”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Mar 31, 2026
The Chris Cross Hand-Off
“Professional basketball league criticized for selective enforcement of player speech policies”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Mar 31, 2026
Hour 4 of NMN, Cpt. Shem Malmquist + The Chris Cross Hand-Off
“National Basketball Association discussed regarding handling of player speech and organizational values alignment”
Mundo in the Morning - KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM & 710 AM · Mar 31, 2026
Chicago Bulls Release Player Over Anti-Pride Month Comments | Mundo Clip 3-31-26
“League criticized for declining viewership and perceived political activism alienating audiences”
Louder with Crowder · Mar 31, 2026
Woke is Back: Chicago Bulls Cancel Christian Player for Anti-Gay Views
“Enforces progressive ideology through player discipline while maintaining inconsistent standards for criminal conduct”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 27, 2026
Celtics Most Consequential Win Of Year? + Adam Silver Takes a Major Stand
“Primary subject of discussion; league implementing tanking reforms and expansion, with Commissioner Adam Silver making major announcements.”
Brown Bag Mornings · Mar 19, 2026
3/19/26 The 365-Day Trial Period 💘 | Brown Bag Mornings
“Men's basketball league referenced for salary comparison; minimum salary exceeds WNBA maximum salary of $1.1 million”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 16, 2026
Luka Magic Taking Hold For Lakers + SGA’s Historic Streak & Wemby’s Confidence
“League office promoted Hawks-Magic game and manages officiating, tanking incentives, and playoff seeding rules”
Morning Wire · Mar 10, 2026
Evening Wire: U.S. Consulate Attacked & Iran Threatens Trump (Again) | 3.10.26
“Forced Atlanta Hawks to cancel strip club-themed promotional night following player and fan backlash”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Mar 7, 2026
Ballmer's Tree-Money, the Whistle-Blowers and the Document You've Been Waiting For: Kawhi-Gate, Part IX
“League conducting investigation through Wachtell Lipton; criticized for potentially limited investigation scope regarding Steve Ballmer”
Nightcap · Mar 4, 2026
Best of NBA News Part 1: Unc FURIOUS at Byron Scott DISRESPECTING LeBron James LAKERS LEGACY! Unc & Ocho FLAME the WNBA for being CHEAP after the STARS SHINE with UNRIVALED
“Primary subject of episode covering playoff positioning, player legacies, and league evolution”
Cover 3 College Football · Mar 2, 2026
NFL Draft Combine Takeaways | Portal Penalties + Proposed Rule Changes | College Football
“Commissioner Adam Silver invited to college sports roundtable as comparative professional sports governance model”
First Take · Mar 2, 2026
Hour 2: Problem with Draymond Defending Nico Harrison?
“Primary focus of discussion covering trades, player performance, playoff positioning, and team analysis”
Miller and Moulton · Mar 2, 2026
March 2, 2026 Hour 4
“Referenced regarding Adam Silver's potential involvement in White House college sports roundtable”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 2, 2026
Wemby & Spurs Not Playoff Ready? Concerned About Jokic? + Dort Foul Reaction & Watch Out For Hornets
“Primary subject of discussion; episode covers multiple NBA games, teams, and playoff implications”
Million Dollaz Worth Of Game · Mar 2, 2026
STEPHEN JACKSON - MILLION DOLLAZ WORTH OF GAME EPISODE 368
“Primary subject of discussion regarding player compensation, international talent, MVP awards, and competitive standards”
Nightcap · Mar 1, 2026
Best of NBA News Part 1: LeBron James CALLING OUT Jaylen Brown talking TRASH about Bronny, NBA sends their OWN Doctors to check Lauri Markkanen’s Injury
“Professional basketball league implementing independent medical verification for player injuries and managing league integrity”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 1, 2026
Best of NBA News Part 1: LeBron James CALLING OUT Jaylen Brown talking TRASH about Bronny, NBA sends their OWN Doctors to check Lauri Markkanen’s Injury
“League implementing independent doctor verification for player injuries and investigating potential tanking through medical claims”
First Things First · Feb 26, 2026
Spurs on 10-game winning streak, Jaylinn Hawkins joins the show, BUD List, Bills S.B.o.B?
“League discussed throughout episode regarding rules, player performance, and championship contention”
I've Had It · Feb 26, 2026
Holy Horny Hypocrites
“Used platform for Black Lives Matter advocacy; faced backlash from white racist fans opposed to athlete political speech”
Nightcap · Feb 26, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Cade Cunningham & Pistons SNEAK by SHORT-HANDED Thunder + Odds for NBA MVP have TIGHTENED + NBA sends DOCTORS to CHECK Lauri Markkanen
“League implementing eligibility rules for MVP awards and sending independent doctors to verify player injuries”
Club Shay Shay · Feb 26, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Cade Cunningham & Pistons SNEAK by SHORT-HANDED Thunder + Odds for NBA MVP have TIGHTENED + NBA sends DOCTORS to CHECK Lauri Markkanen
“League implementing stricter eligibility rules for MVP awards and sending independent doctors to verify player injuries”
Felger & Massarotti · Feb 25, 2026
Tatum, Brown, and the Celtics // Mike Vrabel Meets the Media at the NFL Combine // Caller Reaction - 2/25 (Hour 3)
“Referenced for advanced statistics resources and league-wide trends in offensive philosophy”
First Take · Feb 25, 2026
Hour 2: Are the Thunder a Top 8 Team Without SGA?
“Primary sports league discussed, covering Thunder, Lakers, Celtics, Cavaliers, Pistons, and other team performance analysis”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 20, 2026
2nd MVP Straw Poll - Late Surges Enough For New MVP? + Possible Tanking Solution?
“League governance, tanking solutions, commissioner authority, and competitive integrity initiatives discussed throughout”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Feb 20, 2026
The Sporting Class: Corrupt Union Bosses, the Dark Arts of Ownership & NBA Draft Abolition
“Central focus of tanking debate; implementing new penalties for teams deliberately losing to improve draft position.”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 16, 2026
Reaction: Wemby Leads Competition In NBA All-Star Game + Adam Silver On Tanking & Much More
“League addressing systemic tanking issues, expansion plans, and commissioner enforcement mechanisms through press conference announcements”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 12, 2026
The Big Suey: Vocal Masturbation (feat. David Samson)
“Central to discussions of commissioner leadership, ownership control, and investigative journalism impact on league governance”
The Ringer NBA Show · Feb 10, 2026
Pistons-Hornets Brawl, the NBA’s Loser Mentality, and Daryl Morey's Comments on Jared McCain | Real Ones
“Primary subject of discussion; league office faces discipline decisions and structural reform debates”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 10, 2026
Hour 1 - Redrafting 2024 QB Class, Were the Patriots a Fluke?
“League discussed regarding fight suspensions, player conduct rules, and expansion plans for Seattle/Las Vegas”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 10, 2026
Hour 3 - NFL Offseason Preview, Reggie Miller
“League discussed for expansion plans, All-Star format changes, and player movement scenarios”
The World and Everything In It · Feb 10, 2026
2.10.26 High-risk pregnancies and pro-life laws, church safety and security teams, and preventing violence with acts of kindness
“Suspended Lakers player Jackson Hayes one game for contact with Washington Wizards mascot during game”
REAL AF with Andy Frisella · Feb 10, 2026
999. Andy, Royce White & DJ CTI: Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Performance, ICE Raids in Minnesota & Epstein Files
“Royce White's former employer that he fought over mental health policies, leading to his blackballing”