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Indie BasketballThe Luka Doncic Trade-One Year Later..Plus, NBA All-Star Reserves are announced! Season 2: Episode 30One year ago, the craziest trade in NBA history occured, and now, with the dust having fully settled, Dallas Mavericks superfan and NBA analyst Lance Roberson joined Corban to discuss the long term ramifications of the trade, whether Rob Pelinka deserved more credit or if Nico Harrison deserved more blame (EDITOR'S NOTE: Nico ALWAYS deserves more blame) and so much more! Plus, All-Star reserves are in. Who are the surprises? Who are the snubs? Tune in for a jam packed episode!
2026-02-0242 min
Indie BasketballIndie Basketball Mock Draft 1.5! Season 2: Episode 30Conrad and Maxwell are back to engage in Mock Draft 1.5: a lottery mock made by the two of them, as the two make selections and share their thoughts and analysis, with Corban adding some thoughts here and there! Mock Draft 2.0 is just around the corner and will be just as fun, but in the meantime betweentime, sit back, relax, and listen to some great draft talk between two of the best in the space!
2026-01-261h 27
Indie BasketballButler is lost to the Warriors, KumingaMania is back, the Lakers have drama, and more! Season 2: Episode 29The Indie Basketball crew is BACK. Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell reunite with a full slate of NBA chaos, conversations, and certified hoop nonsense.The trio dives into Jimmy Butler’s lost season and what it means for the Warriors, breaks down KumingaMania (and whether the media treatment feels eerily similar to a certain former “Lakers legend” named Talen Horton-Tucker 👀), and unpacks real trouble brewing in Los Angeles with the Buss family. Plus: All-Star Reserve debates, spicy takes, and plenty of classic Indie Basketball energy along the way.If you’re...
2026-01-221h 30
Indie BasketballTeam of the Week Recap, NBA All-Star Starters announced, and more! Season 2: Episode 28Happy Tuesday! On this edition of the Indie Basketball Podcast, Corban and Lance share their takes on last week's team of the week (The San Antonio Spurs) give their thoughts on the NBA All-Star Starters (as well as who should be on the reserves unit that will be announced next week) and more! Tune it and let's rock!
2026-01-2051 min
Indie BasketballCavs slack, Siakam calls game, and a look back on a failed 2011 FA Pitch...Season 2: Episode 27On the latest edition of the Indie Basketball Podcast, Corban and Lance discuss the slumping Cavs, a Pascal Siakam clutch game winner for his Pacers, and a look back into a rather...interesting roster construction that was sold to a major 2011 NBA Free Agent....all that and more, RIGHT NOW!
2026-01-1251 min
Indie Basketball10 Game Friday NBA Action Recap! Season 2: Episode 26With a full 10 games from Friday in the books (including one he witnessed in person!) Corban runs the slate, talking the highs, lows, and results of each contest, while also discussing the recent Ja Morant news and why it....well, why it *isn't* news. Enjoy!
2026-01-1041 min
Indie Basketball4 (just kidding) 3 game Thursday-what does Giannis really want? Season 2: Episode 25On a four-well...three game Thursday, Corban goes solo to run through the performances that made the night, then looks ahead to Friday's action-but not before taking a moment to discuss the Giannis "will he or won't he" drama from his persepctive. A compact-but fun-episode of Indie Basketball...let's get it!
2026-01-0924 min
Indie BasketballTRAE-de Alert! AKA: You're a Wizard, Trae- Season 2: Episode 24The Trae Young Era in Atlanta is over, as the franchise mainstay was traded to the Washington Wizards in a late-evening trade. The Indie Basketball crew, led by Wizards Expert Maxwell, share their unique and qualified reaction to last night's transaction, as Conrad and Corban exchange takes, thoughts, and questions with Maxwell in another detailed and insightful Indie Basketball breakdown!
2026-01-0852 min
Indie BasketballIts time for Prospect Roulette! Season 2: Episode 22The wonderful trio of Corban, Conrad and Maxwell are BACK and in this episode, the three team up to play a game of prospect roulette, where the trio spin a wheel between one and thirty, and discuss the prospect that they have listed wherever the wheel ends! It is a fun exerise that leads to great conversations and HAWT takes, so tap in and let's roll!
2025-12-181h 16
Indie BasketballIndie Basketball Lottery Mock 1.0! Season 2: Episode 21On Mock Monday (well, this is Tuesday but we recorded it late yesterday haha) The C and C Crew of Corban and Conrad broke down a lottery mock draft in reverse order of standings and had some fun discussing prospects! How do the two rank the "big three" in this class? What about the stacked point guard corps that exist throughout? Well, you have to tune in to find out!
2025-12-161h 36
Indie BasketballIndie Basketball — 2026 NBA Draft Deep Dive with Ersin Demir! Season 2: Episode 20On this episode of Indie Basketball, Corban is joined by NBA Draft expert Ersin Demir — the sharp mind behind the must-read Substack Ersin's NBA Draft Newsletter— for an in-depth look at the 2026 NBA Draft class.From early standout prospects to under-the-radar talents, Corban and Ersin break down the players shaping this class with thoughtful scouting insight, bold predictions, and the kind of nuanced analysis you only get from true draft obsessives.Then the duo shifts into a full lottery mock draft, complete with detailed player evaluations, fit conversations, and a few spicy takes guaranteed to get...
2025-12-081h 16
Indie BasketballBaseline to Baseline: CP3 shown the door, Contender or Pretender, and more! Season 2: Episode 19On today's episode of Indie Basketball, the fantastic trio of Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell go "baseline to baseline" on a variety of subjects, including the latest news for both Chris Paul and Giannis Antetokounmpo, a game of Contender or Pretender, a look at two scrappy rebuilding teams, and more! Tap in y'all!
2025-12-041h 26
Indie BasketballWho can fix the Clippers and Kings? Season 2: Episode 18Corban was a guest on the Birds Rights Podcast with Steven Bagell as the two broke down the current state of the Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Clippers, what options both teams have at their disposal to avoid dismal fates, and what they would do to attempt to turn the ship around! From roster construction conversation to trade ideas, the two go in depth to fix two teams from the pacific division!
2025-12-0347 min
Indie BasketballMonday Gamer Episode (Dillon Brooks Checkmates King James, and more)-Season 2: Episode 17Corban and Lance tackled the Monday games with the excitement and analysis that the Indie Basketball Crew brings. In depth coverage of every contest, plus a preview of the first team of the *Team of the Week* weekly show that will be on Indie Basketball for the rest of the season until the playoffs!
2025-12-0356 min
Indie BasketballNBA Awards One Month In! Season 2: Episode 16The first month of the NBA season is in the books, which means it’s time to hand out some hardware. Corban and Lance break down their early-season picks for MVP, Rookie of the Year, Best Team of the Month (relative to expectations), Worst Team of the Month(also relative to expectations) as well as the Storyline of the Year up to this point! From surprising risers to early disappointments, the Indie Basketball Crew takes a full tour around the league to highlight what’s real, what’s noise, and what’s worth watching next. Tap in for the month-on...
2025-11-2537 min
Indie BasketballThe Ja Morant Trade Episode-Season 2: Episode 15Well, the Indie Basketball guys did it; they traded Ja Morant, and they had help doing it. That's right, NBA Trade Expert Steven Bagell joined Maxwell, Conrad, and Corban to go into more than 7 prospective trades of the embattled Memphis Grizzlies star. From debating Morant's overall trade value to discussing teams such as Pheonix, Minnestota, and...Charlotte? That's right-you already know you have to tune into this one!
2025-11-141h 14
Indie BasketballIndie Basketball's Weekly NBA Superlatives! Season 2: Episode 14Its time for the Indie Basketball Crew to give a look around the NBA in their own unique way: that's right, its superlative time! From NBA coaches who are on the hottest of seats to the funniest statline/sequence that Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell saw, no stone was left unturned in the latest episode!
2025-11-131h 03
Indie BasketballState of the Dallas Mavericks Ft Lance! Season 2 Episode 13Ok, so Nico is gone. Now what? Corban is joined by Lance to give a dallas fan's goodbye to Nico Harrison and how (outside of the Luka trade) he'll be remembered. Then the two discuss how to properly focus on Cooper Flagg, the potential outlook of the rest of the roster, the future of coach Kidd, and more!
2025-11-1240 min
Indie BasketballNico Finally Fired; Tributes to Lenny Wilkens, Michael Ray Richardson, and more! Season 2 Episode 12It finally happened y'all, Nico Harrison finally got fired. Corban shared the news that was probably the least surprising to anyone who follows basketball, and he also gives flowers to some NBA luminaries who have recently passed on. Dan Besbris makes a guest appearance with a fantasy basketball update, and Corban previews the action of tonight's 6 game slate! You already know what time it is: time to tune in!
2025-11-1227 min
Indie BasketballSacramento Kings Rebuild Ft Basketball GM! Season 2 Episode 11On the latest episode of Indie Basketball, Corban puts his GM hat on to attempt to rebuild the Sacramento after witnessing their 144-117 shellshacking last night.Using the game Basketball GM (in Corban's mind the best video game in the world) he attempts to keep the beam lit well into the future. Does he succeed? Is redemption and glory ahead for the Kings? Tune in and find out!Check out Basketball GM HERE: https://basketball-gm.com/
2025-11-111h 23
Indie BasketballSeason 2-Episode 10: It's time for...NBA Buy or Sell!!!The trio of Corban, Conrad and Maxwell are up to discuss the recent news and notes in the association through a fun game of *Buy or Sell!!* From pondering a Ja Morant trade return (more on this in a future episode) to discussing who between the Pelicans and the Nets have a brighter future, this is one fun show you want to tune in to!
2025-11-0747 min
Indie BasketballBreakdown of the Box Score: November 5th games + a 1 game preview for tonight!Corban tackles an 11 game night in the NBA, recapping each contest with some numbers and thoughts of his own, including Westbrook at Power Forward, why Ja should just part with the threes, and how 2K helped Donovan Mitchell go OFF, among other topics! Then he looks ahead to tonight's Clippers/Suns matchup. Tap in!
2025-11-0644 min
Indie BasketballWeek 3 Teams that have our attention + Tuesday Lookaheads!On the latest edition of Indie Basketball, Lance joins Corban to talk teams that have caught his attention in week three of the NBA season, including the Rockets, the 76ers, and more! The two also discuss trap games, when resting players is unacceptable, and more! Tap into the latest and greatest in Indie Basketball!
2025-11-0449 minIndie BasketballNBA Week One-and-a-half Superlatives!Well y'all, we have a nice little sample size, and the Indie Basketball Crew of Corban, Conrad and Maxwell have some fun covering the first week and change of NBA basketball through such lens as:*NBA team of the Weak*best matchup you watched *Worst NBA Twitter TakeWith the deep dives, fun takes, and great analysis you've come to expect at Indie Basketball...well, expect more in this latest episode to close the week!
2025-10-311h 08
Indie BasketballLooking for some Wizardry: 2025-2026 Washington Wizards Season PreviewOn today's episode of Indie Basketball, Maxwell Giger (yes, our co-host but in this case, also a special guest) joins Conrad and Corban to discuss all thing Washington Wizards. How is the rebuild going? Which young guys are foundational pieces, and who is already on the outs? What are the funkiest lineups and top 10 rotation? All is discussed here-check it out!
2025-10-301h 21
Indie Basketball2026 NBA Draft Primer ft Kam of the Center Hub!Indie Basketball fam, it's about that time...Corban and Conrad are joined by NBA Draft Guru and all-around ball knower Cam to talk-well, to talk the draft, of course! The trio each discuss the concensus top three in the class (Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa, and Cameron Boozer, in case you didn't know) then they share their fourth and fifth favorite overall prospects! This is a fun episode that you have to check out!
2025-10-271h 14
Indie BasketballWho woulda bet we'd get two OT Thrillers on Night 3 of the NBA? Not Chauncey BillupsThe NBA taketh, and then the NBA giveth right back! After the devastating morning news of the gambling related arrests of NBA vets Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and Damon Jones, the evening double headers of Thunder/Pacers and Warrirors/Nuggets helped make up for the rough start-for at least a little bit, anyway. Lance joins Corban (and Corban's hoarse voice) to break it all down! Tap in!
2025-10-2440 min
Indie BasketballIt goes down in Motown: 2025-2026 Detroit Pistons Season Preview!Next up on the season preview slate is the Detroit Pistons, and on Indie Basketball we get a special crossover with the "East Meets West" podcast hosts Michael and Conrad (wait, we know that guy!) to give a full breakdown on a team striving to rise in the east! From the ascension of Cade Cunningham, to the development of their younger prospects and everything in between, this is one show you don't want to miss! DEEEEEETROIT BASKETBAAAAAAAAAL!!!!!Follow Corban/Indie Basketball on Twitter/X: @corbannbaFollow Michael on Twitter/X: @Opinionated_MJ
2025-10-231h 08
Indie BasketballThe "Official" Opening Night? Full 12 game Recap!Wow, what a night! 12 games, 24 teams, a DOMINANT performance by Victor Wembenyama, a tight game to the wire between the Magic and Heat, blowout losses, cool comebacks, and so much more as Lance Roberson joins Corban to break it ALL DOWN!
2025-10-231h 02
Indie BasketballNBA Opening Night Recap: Thunder/Rockets give us a thriller, Lakers look lost against Golden StateWelcome to Season two of Indie Basketball! Opening Night is in the books, and the basketball podcast dream team of Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell team up to break down the action, including an instant opening night classic, and a....contest between the Lakers and the Warriors! The reactions analysis, rants, hot takes, and more are all here, check it out!
2025-10-221h 23
Indie BasketballSo Uh, what's the plan again? 2025-2026 Milwaukee Bucks Season PreviewThe Bucks are a team at a crossroads...except they might not fully realize the stakes. Corban and Conrad dive into the roster and discuss the responsibility and pressure that lies on Giannis Antetokounmpo, while also addressing the underlying pressure that sits with the front office. Is this the season Giannis *really* asks out? What is the point guard/secondary ball handler situation? Where does Myles Turner, Kyle Kuzma, and Bobby Portis fit in on this team with far-fetched dreams of contention? We handle all this and more on the latest episode of Indie Basketball!
2025-10-201h 00
Indie BasketballState of the Valley of the Suns: 2025-2026 Phoenix Suns Season PreviewThe Valley is buzzing again—but this time, there is more hope and a bit less pressure. Corban and Conrad give a full deep-dive into what lies ahead for the Suns: from the departure of superstar players that didn't quite fit, to the overall overhaul of most of the roster, with an influx of new pieces and an increased responsibility on Devin Booker to lead the charge.The two break down the major offseason shake-ups that reset the Suns’ identity, the upside of young talent mixed with veteran presence—plus the questions that still hang heavy, and of cou...
2025-10-2047 min
Indie BasketballHow is the Hive in Charlotte? 2025-2026 Charlotte Hornets Season PreviewIs the buzz still alive in Charlotte? Corban is joined by Conrad for a full 2025–26 Charlotte Hornets season preview! From LaMelo’s next step and Brandon Miller’s rise to the team’s young core development and overall direction, the guys break down what’s real, what isn't, and what in the world is next for Tidjane Salaun here in the Queen City.Big energy (as always) bold takes (you know this) and a deep dive episode jam packed of Hornets talk—tap in and find out if the buzz is back!
2025-10-191h 02
Indie BasketballTable Setters and Gunners: 2025-2026 Brooklyn Nets Season PreviewAre the Nets building a team of second bananas...or something more?Corban is joined by Conrad for a deep-dive 2025–26 Brooklyn Nets season preview! From the team’s new identity and roster direction to breakout candidates and bold predictions, the guys break down what’s next for Brooklyn and construct some fun lineup combinations!Smart hoops talk, big energy, and plenty of Nets takes—tap in and let’s get it! 🏀
2025-10-151h 10
Indie BasketballAspire Higher: 2025-2026 Los Angeles Clippers Season Preview!It’s another chapter in Clipper Nation! 🔥Corban is joined by NBA analyst Lance Roberson for the ultimate 2025–26 Los Angeles Clippers season preview. From the revamped roster and the future of the Kawhi–Harden partnership to the team’s bold new direction of doubling down on age and experience, we’re breaking down everything you need to know heading into the season.Big changes. Big stakes. Big energy. Tap in for all the Clippers talk you can handle! 🚀🏀
2025-10-151h 15
Indie BasketballOne Last Ride? 2025-2025 Golden State Warriors Season Preview!The dynasty isn’t done yet 👀🔥On this episode, Corban is joined by Conrad for a full 2025–26 Golden State Warriors season preview! From the revamped roster and new rotations to what’s next for Steph, Draymond, and the future of the franchise—we break down everything you need to know before the season tips off.Big questions. Bold predictions. Pure hoops energy. Tap in and get ready for another ride with the Dubs! 🏀💥
2025-10-141h 32
Indie BasketballDallas Mavericks Season Preview with Lance Roberson!The Luka era is over… but the story in Dallas is just getting started! 🔥On this episode, Corban is joined by Mavs expert Lance Roberson for a full 2025–26 Dallas Mavericks season preview —from the shockwaves of losing Luka Dončić to the sky-high excitement of landing Cooper Flagg, and everything in between. Roster moves, team direction, and what the future looks like in Big D — we cover it all! 🎙️💥
2025-10-0959 min
Indie BasketballWNBA Finals Game 1 recap + Game 2 (and overall series) projections!Well, we made it y'all, the WNBA Finals is among us! 🏆🔥 Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell break down all the action from Game 1 between the Mercury and Aces, from the biggest performances (shoutout Dana Evans/What's good Jewell Loyd?) to the key adjustments that shaped the night (Zoning up-what a concept!) Then, the crew looks ahead with bold Game 2 predictions and overall series projections—who’s got the edge, and what’s coming next? Tune in for all the takes, energy, and hoops insight you expect from the Indie Basketball Crew! 🎙️
2025-10-051h 02Indie BasketballWNBA Round Up: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of ChampionshipsOh Sandy Brondello, for a coach of a championship team in the big apple, you did not deserve your fate...also, the Mercury blazed back for a big game two victory, while the Aces took the Fever out to the back alley of Vegas in their own win. All of this and more was discussed by the Indie Basketball Crew of Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell, in their usual fun and engaging way!
2025-09-241h 13
Indie BasketballWNBA Catch-up: News + Game 1 recaps, Game 2 previewsThe crew is back to catch up on A TON of WNBA action! From awards season to coaching firings, and then of course, the second round is here! Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell discuss everything about the W (hot takes, rants, and all) as we get back to rolling here on the Indie Basketball Podcast!!
2025-09-231h 43Indie Basketball2016 NBA Draft Deep Dive: Lessons Learned & Redraft ShowdownThe 2016 NBA Draft was one of the most unpredictable in recent memory, and we’re taking a full look back. Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell revisit the class, reflect on how careers have unfolded, and dig into the lessons learned along the way. Then, the crew puts a twist on the classic redraft by taking turns building seven-man teams from the pool of 2016 talent. Which squad comes out on top? Tap in and find out.
2025-08-271h 27Indie Basketball2015 NBA Draft Retrospective with Michael Visenberg!In the dog days of the offseason, Corban and the gang at Indie Basketball have some fun by looking back in the past, and in this latest episode he was joined by NBA Draft Guru Michael Visenberg for a deep dive look back at the 2015 class, including players we were higher or lower on, lessons we learned, and more! And of course, we had to do a fun redraft-with a MAJOR twist! You have to tap in to find out why this episode is so much fun!
2025-08-261h 14
Indie BasketballWNBA Weekly Wrap-Up: Its all about Playoff PositioningAs we get closer and closer into playoff time, there is more and more to discuss in the W, and Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell are here to do just that! The trio dive into the latest news and hottest storylines as they approach the homestretch of the WNBA season!
2025-08-181h 00
Indie BasketballWNBA Week in Review: The NBA Trade Deadline ComethThe gang is back to break down the W, through the lens of the impending WNBA Trade Deadline! From a recent sale and other random news, to a quick poker interlude, to deep dive discussions on the Storm, Sparks and other squads...the crew of Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell go in-depth as always!
2025-08-041h 00
Indie BasketballWNBA Week in Review: All-Star Weekend Recap + Lookahead to second half Ft Michael of East Meets West!Corban and Conrad was joined by fellow basketball analyst and host Michael to discuss the WNBA All-Star Weekend in full, as well as some thoughts and questions we have going into the second half of the season! Tap in!And make sure to follow Michael and his work at opinionated.media
2025-07-2259 minIndie BasketballNBA Draft Grade: Northwest DivisionCorban and Conrad tackle the Northwest Division in their latest edition of the "Draft Grade" Series. Between the Blazers, the Wolves, the Thunder, and the Jazz, who got the high marks? Which pick was most surprising? Did anyone fail? Tune in and find out!
2025-07-1841 min
Indie BasketballNBA Draft Grades: Southeast DivisionThe Indie Basketball crew of Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell tackle the Southeast Division next. With each team making solid picks, which one did the group like the most? Will Corban crash out on the Hornets and their selections? What about Maxwell's beloved Washington Wizards? And will Conrad "split the difference?" Tune in to find out!
2025-07-0954 min
Indie BasketballWNBA Week(s) in Review....Back like we never left!The crew of Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell is back again to break down the last two weeks in the WNBA. From WNBA All-Star snubs to ideal cities to expand to based off of everyone's favorite "enforcer"...from the Aces making a big trade (with potential reverberations in a few years) to squads that might be looking to make a move or two in the future, all is covered by the Indie Basketball Gang!
2025-07-071h 03
Indie BasketballWe have Trades to announce....With mere hours to go before Draft Night 1 commences, the dream team of Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell convene to discuss all of the trades that have transpired over the last 24 hours or so, including the changing of the guard in Boston, The Unicorn discovering Magic City, and the Pool Party that's coming to N'awlins!!!
2025-06-2641 min
Indie Basketball2025 NBA Draft Almanac + Draft Talk with Richard Lu!Corban had on scout and author Richard Lu to discuss his latest book: "The 2025 NBA Draft Almanac" as well as the draft class as a whole, propsects he is both high and low on, and so much more!Follow Richard Lu on Twitter HERE: @rvlhoopsCheck out his books HERE: amazon.com/author/rvlhoopsSubscribe to his Substack HERE: richardlu.substack.com
2025-06-2539 min
Indie BasketballProspect Roulette with Ben Pfiefer!The NBA Draft Cometh...and in a fun episode, Corban and Conrad were joined by NBA Draft Analyst, Scout, Writer, and friend of the Show Ben Pfiefer (@bjpf_) to play a fun of game of Prospect Roulette! Between the spin of the wheel and the detailed analysis given by Ben, Conrad, and Corban on players like Colin Murray-Boyles, Kam Jones, Danny Wolf, Nique Clifford, Hansen Yang, and more, this is a fun show that you *have* to tune into! Let's go!
2025-06-251h 01
Indie BasketballKEVIN DURANT TRADE REACTION with "The Bird Rights" podcast!It finally happened y'all. Kevin Durant is Houston-Bound, for a package in return of Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th overall pick in this year's draft, and 5 second rounders. Corban, Conrad, and Steven break down the trade by every angle, including dissecting Phoenix's return, who do they select at 10, what does Houston look like rotation-wise, how they measure up in the West-and NBA at large-and so much more! Tap in!
2025-06-2251 min
Indie BasketballWNBA Week in Review: We got a nasty Fever y'all.....Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell are back for their weekly wraparound on the WNBA, including the polarizing Indiana Fever-both on the court and in the interwebs- the "coaching prowress" at the helm of both the Sky and Mystics, the Mercury coming together at full strengh-and with and emotional homecoming for one of their stars-and so much more! Filled with fun, takes, and analysis, this is the show y'all keep coming back to. Stay locked in!
2025-06-191h 23
Indie BasketballDesmond Bane Trade Reaction + Lottery Mock Draft Ft Wilko of Floor and Ceiling!On today's episode, Corban and Conrad were joined by special guest and Draft Expert Wilko Martinez of the NBA Draft Youtube Channel/Substack Floor and Ceiling! The three discussed the Desmond Bane to the Magic trade by all angles, before going into an in-depth lottery mock! This is such a good time, y'all are gonna enjoy this one.Find The Floor and Ceiling Youtube Channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@FloorandCeilingFind The Floor and Ceiling Substack HERE:https://floorandceiling.substack.com/
2025-06-161h 49
Indie BasketballWelcome to Wingstop: Featuring Julian Mendelsohn!Corban and Conrad were joined by the draft guru and curator of chaos himself, Julian Mendelsohn to discuss some of the most intriguing wings in this draft class! Among the names discussed are Rasheer Fleming, Carter Bryant, Cedric Coward and more! Tap in!
2025-06-1359 minIndie BasketballAnother WNBA Week in Review!!!Another week, another look back at what has passed in the W! Corban, Conrad and Maxwell bounce around the league, from giving flowers to Allie Quigley to commenting on the lore of Tyler Marsh, and everything in between! The streaking Lynx! The sinking Sparks! It's all here!
2025-06-1157 minIndie BasketballIndie Basketball: WNBA Weekly Check-In!(EXCUSE THE DELAY-PRODUCER CORBAN ERROR)In this fun episode of Indie Basketball, Corban, Conrad and Maxwell discuss the last week in the WNBA including, major storylines, highs and lows, a game of "something, nothing or everyting" and so much more!
2025-06-021h 13
Indie BasketballWizards and Jazz Offseason Previews!What do the Wizards and Jazz have in common? If you said both missed the playoffs...then yes. If you said both are featured in the latest episode of Indie Basketball, then...also a big yes! That's right, another team is up in the crossover offseason series with "The Bird Rights" Podcast! In this one, Corban, Conrad, and Steven Bagell break down the possible offseason paths for the Washington Wizards and Utah Jazz!
2025-05-3154 min
Indie BasketballPelicans and Hornets Offseason Previews!The Pelicans and Hornets have a bit of a mixed history, so we decided to team them up on this one! That's right, another team is up in the crossover offseason series with "The Bird Rights" Podcast! In this one, Corban, Conrad, and Steven Bagell break down the possible offseason paths for the New Orleans Pelicans and Charlotte Hornets!
2025-05-3054 min
Indie BasketballNets Offseason Preview!In the words of the Notorious B.I.G.: "where Brooklyn at...." That's right, another team is up in the crossover offseason series with "The Bird Rights" Podcast! In this one, Corban, Conrad, and Steven Bagell break down the possible offseason paths for the Brooklyn Nets!
2025-05-2944 min
Indie BasketballKings Offseason Preview!Another year on the treadmill of mediocrity.... That's right, another team is up in the crossover offseason series with "The Bird Rights" Podcast! In this one, Corban, Conrad, and Steven Bagell break down the possible offseason paths for the Sacramento Kings!
2025-05-2858 min
Indie BasketballBlazers Offseason Preview!Oh man, there was a Jerami Grant CRASHOUT in this one...That's right, another team is up in the crossover offseason series with "The Bird Rights" Podcast! In this one, Corban, Conrad, and Steven Bagell break down the possible offseason paths for the Portland Trailblazers!
2025-05-2741 min
Indie BasketballSixers Offseason Preview!Is the 3rd overall pick an "Ace" for Philadelphia? That's right, another team is up in the crossover offseason series with "The Bird Rights" Podcast! In this one, Corban, Steven Bagell, and special guest Julian Mendelson break down the possible offseason paths for the Philadelphia 76ers!
2025-05-2640 min
Indie BasketballMavericks Offseason Preview!Cooper Flagg, anyone? That's right, another team is up in the crossover offseason series with "The Bird Rights" Podcast! In this one, Corban, Conrad, and Steven Bagell break down the possible offseason paths for the Dallas Mavericks!
2025-05-2537 min
Indie BasketballSuns Offseason Preview!In the first of a crossover series with "The Bird Rights" Podcast, Corban, Conrad, and Steven Bagell break down the possible offseason paths for the Phoenix Suns!
2025-05-2351 min
Indie BasketballWNBA Season Preview Part 2!!And we're back! Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell get right back where they left off and cover the rest of the W in part 2 of their season preview! From the Fever to the Liberty and a whole lot else along the way, this is another fun one!
2025-05-2257 min
Indie BasketballNBA Big Board Battles FT Cody Ramsey of Gamebreak Now Scouting!The C and C group of Corban and Conrad made 3 with the guest appearance of Cody Ramsey of Gamebreak Now Scouting! The three compared their big boards with each other, sharing their thoughts on select prospects relative to the concensus, in a fun discussion that is sure to have you thinking! Tap in!
2025-05-1952 min
Indie Basketball2025 NBA Lottery Mock Draft with Michael Visenberg!On today's episode of Indie Basketball, Corban was joined by friend and returning guest Michael Visenberg to get his view of the 2025 class as a whole, before the two did a lottery mock draft based off of what they would do in the teams' shoes! This was a fun, riveting discussion with some selections you might find interesting, and its an episode well worth your timeALSO, REMINDER: Get in the Game's latest NBA Draft Cohorts Course will kick off on May 20th! To be a part of a great program, make sure to cli...
2025-05-181h 35
Indie BasketballWNBA Season Preview Part 1!!IT'S WNBA TIME!Its that time of the year y'all, and we are PUMPED. On today's episode of Indie Basketball, Corban, Conrad and Maxwell went in depth on the teams in the W who are either rebuilding, or hoping to pull it all together for a playoff push. Stay tuned for part two heading to your feed very soon!
2025-05-181h 33
Indie BasketballNBA Draft Prospect Talk with FinnDraft!On today's episode of Indie Basketball, Corban is joined by NBA Draft Analyst Finn to discuss their reactions to the lottery results, the 2025 class from a bird's eye view, and then their favorite (or most intriguing) prospects they've evaluated this cycle!
2025-05-1452 min
Indie BasketballNBA Draft Talk with John Ross and Michael Visenberg of Get in the Game!!In a special treat for listeners, Corban was joined by John Ross and Michael Visenberg of Get in the Game to discuss their career in basketball, the story of how Get in the Game came to be, their NBA draft philosophy, and so much more! This was a fun, insightful conversation with two people who have worked extensively in basketball and have graciously shared their time (and some fun stories!) Check it out!ALSO, Get in the Game's latest NBA Draft Cohorts Course will kick off on May 20th! To be a part of a great program...
2025-05-1349 min
Indie Basketball2025 NBA Playoff PredictionsIn this special crossover episode with "The Bird Rights" Podcast, Corban and Conrad join Steven Bagell as they chart out their playoff predictions, from the first game of the play-in (tonight by the way) all the way up to the NBA finals! This was a fun show with some surprising picks; make sure to tap in!
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Indie Basketball2025 WNBA Draft Review!!And with that, the WNBA Draft is done! Corban, Conrad, and Maxwell teamed up yet again to go over each team's draft selections and discuss the good, the...interesting, and everything in between!
2025-04-151h 23
Indie Basketball2025 WNBA Draft Preview!!Ahead of the 2025 WNBA Draft (which, hopefully by the time you listen to this, will be in mere minutes!) check out Corban, Conrad and Maxwell as they give their final thoughts, best/worst fits, hot takes, and 2nd and 3rd round sleepers!
2025-04-1537 min
Indie Basketball2025 WNBA Big Board Breakdown!On the eve of the draft, three WNBA Analysts got on a virtual call and........well, you're gonna wanna listen in and see! From Paige Bueckers to HVL, from Aneesah Morrow to Shyanne Sellers to... wait,Kiki Iriafen's down WHERE??Tap in as Conrad, Maxwell, and Corban talk WNBA Draft and the many interesting prospects on the day of the draft!
2025-04-141h 12
Indie BasketballMike Malone and Calvin Booth Shown the Door-Where does Denver go from here?Well, it happened-Denver Coach Mike Malone and General Manager Calvin Booth were shockingly fired during the last week of the NBA season! Corban and Conrad break it all down, including their reaction, why they think Denver went the way they did, and what it all means for the remainder of their season! Tap in!
2025-04-1039 min
Indie BasketballNBA Old-Man Rankings, plus News and Notes!Corban and Conrad were joined by friend of the show and fellow Center-Hub contributor Josh Url to go over some news that had collected up, before diving into a fun "Old-Man" rankings where they lay out their top players age 33 and up!
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The Tank Commander PodcastEp 42: 2025 NBA Draft Scouting Pt 19 - Labaron Philon FEAT Corban Ford!Today we hit our 19th prospect Labaron Philon, and this time we get to do it with a special guest! Corban Ford joins us and breaks down the game of the crafty, gets-anywhere-he-wants two-way guard from Alabama, and we get to have a blast doing so. Corban also drops his hot takes, to include whether or not we may have chosen the wrong guard prospect to scout with him. Philon is super shifty and nifty with excellent defensive hustle. This episode goes deeper on him with a sweet speedrun of other topics with Corban. ...
2025-04-0855 min
Indie BasketballSunday Funday NBA Games Recap!!!Sunday was jam-packed with NBA action and Corban is here to break it all down! From the lottery-bound blowout games to some truly chippy matchups, every games that was played last night is covered here, as well as a preview to tonight's two contests! Tap in!
2025-04-0747 min
Indie Basketball2025 WNBA 1st Round Mock Draft FT Maxwell Giger!Y'all, this is a big one. Corban and Conrad were joined by friend and fellow WNBA Draft Analyst Maxwell Giger to conduct a full first round mock draft of the 2025 WNBA Mock Draft! From the "gimme" picks to a few surprises, this is one of the most in-depth breakdowns of the draft you'll find around. Let's Go!Follow Maxwell HERE: https://x.com/H00PSdiscipleFollow Conrad HERE: https://x.com/CP3_777Follow Corban HERE: https://x.com/corbannbaTIMESTAMPS:
2025-04-032h 01Indie BasketballSome News and Notes, plus Team of the Week Analysis!Corban and Conrad took care of some business in this episode, including discussing whether the Pelicans and Grizzlies should blow it up, how big of a move Olivia Miles staying in school really is, and more, before doing our deep dive on last week's team of the week (The Dallas Mavericks) and looking ahead to this week's squad (Conrad's Golden State Warriors!)
2025-04-021h 07Indie BasketballTeams on the Panic Meter/NBA Team of the Week PreviewIt was time to check in on some teams that may be on Corban and Conrad's panic meter, as they discuss some troubling trends and things to improve for a few squads. Then, they unveil their Team of the Week: The Dallas Mavericks, and discuss what they will be looking for as they do their deep dive scout on them!
2025-03-2538 min
Indie BasketballMailbag Monday!Indie Basketball is back like they never left, this time with a fun mailbag! Corban and Conrad tackle all questions, including how should Luka’s Lakers defend Jimmy’s Warriors (yup, we know, its a joke) in a seven game series, and if we think there any prospects (NBA or WNBA) who have future DPOY potential, plus much more!
2025-03-241h 14
Indie BasketballThe Indie Basketball 2025 Lottery Mock Draft 1.0!It is time! Corban and Conrad take their first foray into the 2025 NBA Draft, doing a mock of the lottery after a fun tankathon sim, and matching the best players in the class with a team that they should best succeed with! From the easy picks, to the tricky ones, to...Nia Long? It's all here, Let's go!
2025-02-241h 34
Indie BasketballSaturday Night Recap!Between a fun Lakers win, a bad Knicks loss, and all in between, Corban and Conrad run through a fun weekend night in the association!
2025-02-231h 11Indie BasketballWe Back! Thursday Night Action RecapLike the first day of school after winter break, the NBA is back, and so are Corban and Conrad to break down all the action of what felt like a...sluggish first night, but hey, they don't mind!
2025-02-211h 19
Indie BasketballLUKA IS A LAKER: BLOCKBUSTER Trade Reaction Podcast!YOOOOOOOOOOOTHIS IS WILDIn what is the biggest trade in NBA History, Luka Doncic is a Los Angeles Laker, Anthony Davis is a Dallas Maverick, and Corban is a crazy, happy mess because Jalen Hood-Schifino is a Utah Jazz! Tap in as he and Conrad break down this doozy of a trade by all angles, with more to come in future shows!
2025-02-0234 minIndie BasketballWNBA BLOCKBUSTER: Jewell Loyd/Kelsey Plum Trade!!Corban and Conrad react to the HUGE WNBA trade that broke late last night between the Las Vegas Aces, the Seattle Storm, and the Las Angeles Sparks. The duo dive depe into all three teams, with winners, losers, and takeaways as we progress into WNBA free agency! Tap in!
2025-01-2755 min
Indie BasketballTuesday Night Action Recap!Corban and Conrad recap last night's action, including devastating losses for their preffered teams (the Lakers and Warriors, respectively) big wins for the Hornets and Rockets, a big game winner by Trae Young, and so much more! Tap in!
2025-01-081h 03Indie BasketballThursday Recap Jimmy is H-O-T-T-O-G-OOn today's Friday episode, Corban dives into last night's games, including some troubling losses for the Sixers and Wolves, and great victories for the Celtics, Thunder, and Nets. Then he turns his attention to the Miami Heat, who have been floundering while their star has made it known to everyone who will listen (and quite a few that won't) that he is ready to bust out this joint. The show runs about a half hour so sit back, relax, and enjoy Indie Basketball!
2025-01-0333 minIndie BasketballLakers/Nets trade breakdown, Dan Bebris' fantasy update, and more!Another day, another episode of Indie Basketball! In this episode, Dan Besbris kicks us off with a fantasy basketball update, before Corban and Conrad do in-depth on the Lakers/Nets trade through each angle? From the good, to the bad, to the Memphis Grizzlies(?) everything is discussed in this one, before the two unveil their "team of the week!"
2024-12-301h 00Indie BasketballThe NBA Cup is OVER! Plus news and your Fantasy update with Dan Besbris!On today's episode, the dream Team C of Corban and Conrad break down the NBA cup title game, the outlooks of both combatants in the Bucks and Thunder, and discuss the NBA cup as a whole. Then, some news, including some fun Hubie Brown talk, before Dan Besbris sends us into the week with a fantasy update!
2024-12-1831 min
Indie BasketballKnicks vs Raptors, Dan Besbris Fantasy Update, and an ode to Mark Aguirre!!Happy Tuesday y'all! On today's episode, Corban shared two new weekly features on the show, (one of them involving the legendary Dan Besbris!) recapped last night's surprisingly entertaining Knicks/Raptors clash, looked ahead to tonight's NBA cup games, and issued birthday shoutouts to Tacko Fall, Dion Waiters, and the 80's great Mark Aguirre, where Corban gave a bit of a history lesson on his career! This stuff ONLY happens on Indie Basketball, so give it a listen!
2024-12-1024 min
Indie Basketball2025 NBA Lottery Mock Draft with Caleb and Julian of The Center Hub!Its that time of the year! Kicking off your Monday with a "Mock Monday", Corban brings on friends and colleagues Caleb Mueller and Julian Mendelsohn of the NBA website The Center Hub to go into a deep dive NBA lottery mock draft, where each analyst offers deep insight onto the prospects available as Corban probes with questions for even more perpective! Tap in!Follow Corban on Twitter/X: @corbannbaFollow Caleb onTwitter/X: @calebmueller23Follow Julian on Twitter/X: @12jmendelFollow The Center Hub on Twitter/X:@thecenterhub...
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Indie BasketballIndie Basketball: Trade ThursdayHappy Thursday ballers, on today's episode Corban and Conrad went throught the news and notes of yesterday, including some birthdays and blow out scores, followed by a Corban Lakers rant, and then a fun new segment where Corban scours the interwebs for interesting trades and runs them by Conrad for his thoughts! Ball don't stop, let's get it!
2024-12-061h 17
Indie BasketballIndie Basketball: 11-26 with Conrado Pascual!In this episode, Corban introduces friend of the show Conrad on to discuss a great slate of games, what they saw from some intriguing teams, a bit of college prospect talk, and more!
2024-12-031h 10
Indie BasketballNBA season catchup with Steven Bagell and Julian Mendelson!As he tries to establish some sort of regular release rhythm, Corban was happy to have on friends and colleagues Steven Bagell and Julian Mendelson of the Center Hub to discuss the NBA season up to this point in time! Whether its the good, the bad, and the Philadelphia 76ers, all points were covered in this one! Tap in!
2024-11-181h 02
Indie BasketballIndie Basketball TrailerWelcome to Indie Basketball! In this trailer, host Corban Ford introduces himself, and the show, and shares what you should expect moving forward from your newest favorite basketball podcast! Just like indie music, it might be a bit different....but once you listen you won't go back!
2024-11-0201 min
NBA Action With JacksonThe Landscape of the Los Angeles Lakers (Featuring Corban Ford - @corbannba)Guest: Corban Ford (@corbannba) of 'Roundball Ramble' and 'Let's Make Moves'
Jackson and Corban comb through the Los Angeles Lakers' start, and their outlook moving forward.
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2021-12-2225 min
Blazing the PathAllow Me to Introduce New Co-Host Corban Ford & Blazing the Path Season 2Now joined by Corban Ford, alongside Rob Hetherington, welcome back to Blazing the Path, your home for Portland Trailblazers and NBA Analysis for the 2021-2022 NBA Season! A huge RipCity welcome and thank you so much to Corban Ford for joining the show as co-host. We have so much in store this season here with Blazing the Path and we cannot wait to get started. Rob introduces Corban to the Trail Blazers faithful and NBA fans at large in this episode and Corban shares a bit of...
2021-09-2006 min