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KOAL Drive Time SportsJames Holas joins Jordan Buscarini for NBA Free Agency talkJames Holas joined Jordan Buscarini on KOAL's Drive Time Sports Monday afternoon to talk NBA Free Agency. During his time on the show Holas and Buscarini discussed Paul George bolting from LA to Philly, Klay Thompson finding a new home in Dallas, the Boston Celtics taking care of their own, the Los Angeles Lakers left in the dust and the future of the Utah Jazz.2024-07-0225 min
The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: New Year, Same BSJames & JP checking back in! The duo break out the microphones and catch up on the NBA. They talk pleasant (and not so pleasant) surprises, then James waxes about the Celtics while JP analyzes the Clippers. And it's not a pod if the fellas don't clown the struggling Dubs and Lakers. Don't miss the Dunk Tales 2024 debut!2024-01-1142 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Off-Season Winners, Losers, & Dame & Blazers: Up in FlamesJP & James still doin' it. The fellas give the Nuggets their props, talk a lil off-season winners (a Texas team!) and losers (dammit, Boston), and then dive into Dame and the Blazers' saga. DUNK TALES BYKE!2023-07-0933 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales - Lakers & Nuggets Game 1Denver holds off the Lakers for a 132-126 win, and the fellas can't waitto talk about it. James and JP pore over some game 1 notes (Jokic = GodMode), and discuss the Lakers' key adjustment, and how that may or may not carry over to game 2. -How can the Lakers win game 2? How can the Nuggets maintain homecourt advantage? Listen to the guys break down kets to game 2. Tune in!2023-05-1740 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: NBA Final FourJP & James back on the mic! The fellas couldn;t let the conference finals start without giving their thoughts: they play Word Association with the the Knicks, the Sixers, the Suns, and the Warriors heading home.Then the guys dive into the keys of Heat-Celtics, and Lakers-Nuggets. Outside of the stars, who or what are essential to these series? Don't miss the return of the dopest pod out, Dunk Tales is active2023-05-1656 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Dark Days Down the StretchThe Celtics and the Clippers got the fellas feeling down. James and JP talk about their doubts about their respective favorite squads. They go over the reality of Jaylen Brown the human and Jaylen Brown the basketball player, and why it'd be a tremendous failure on the part of the Boston franchise if he decides to leave. Thet talk about the clock ticking on Ty Lue's time in Los Angeles. The fellas revisit the Kyrie trade and the Durant trade, and give the Lakers their credit for their deadline moves. All in all, a meandering ride around the NBA, tune...2023-03-2454 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Hard Times in the NBAAnother week, another banger. James & JP talk about the uneven Celtics and the spiraling Clippers, then tackle the news arounf the NBA:The saga of Ja MorantDurant's injury & how it affects the SunsThe Warriors recent struggles & running out of timeDraymond & Dillon Brooks & dramaFred VanVleet, Jordan Poole, Scottie Barnes, & the NBA's refereeing issuesTeams of the Week & Teams of the WeakDon't miss the fellas chopping it up!2023-03-101h 16The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Gambling Down The Home StretchJames & JP are back at it- James isn't happy with his Celtics, and JP has a lot to say about his Clippers acquisition of Russell Westbrook. They talk the Lebron injury and the chances of Anthony Davis accepting the challenge, and they look at Kyrie & Dallas, and KD's fit in Phoenix. The fellas finish up by discussing the out of control NBA media discourse, specifically the Kendrick Perkins-JJ Redick dialogue, and Draaymond Green's thoughts on Black History Month2023-03-0258 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: All Star Snoozefest & Clips SlipThe fellas cover a ton of ground: should we care about ta toothless All Star weekend? Plus a little Kyrie and the Mavs, a dash of Durant and the Suns, a serving of Lakers trade talk, a smidgen of Celtics All Star domination. Then James and JP spend some time unpacking the case of the curious Clippers- the good (Eric Gordan and Plumlee!), the bad (ehhh, Bones Hyland?), and the UGLY (why Westbrook, for god's sake). Yeah this is a good one!2023-02-211h 00The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Trade Madness & King James' MilestoneThe fellas praise LeBron James, the NBA's all-time leading scorer. James & JP peek in on the Celtics and the Clippers, then drill down on the recent trade smorgasbord: Kyrie to the Mavs for Spencer Dinwiddieand Dorian Finney-Smith, Westbrook to the Jazz, Mike Conley to Minnesota, and D'angelo Russell, Malik Beasley, and Jared Vanderbilt to the Lakers. Who won their respective trades? Does Kyrie make the Mavs a contender? Are the Lakers legit? Tune in!2023-02-091h 03The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: New Year, Same Ol' $&#@2023 is here with the Celtics and the Clippers up to their old tricks. James and JP dive into what ails Boston and the LAC, talk about the Lebron James issues, and give begrudging praise to both the Lakers and the Nets. Listen as the fellas vent.2023-01-0958 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales Civil War - Clippers vs CelticsWhat a game! James and JP break down the Celtics victory over the Clippers - what went right, what went wrong, key players, and how the fellas feel about their respective teams moving forward. They also dissect Lebron's recent comments on his future. Fun, fast episode, don't miss it!2022-12-3154 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Bah $%#@in' HumbugHo, ho, freakin' ho. James ans JP take a look at the Christmas games.Sixers-Knicks: Is New York for real?Lakers-Mavs: Can the Lakers "get right"?Buck-Celtics: James almost loses his shit over the Celtics struggles and JP doesn't trust the Bucks.Grizzlies-Warriors: how much time do the Warriors have until it's too late?Suns-Nuggets: what's going on in Phoenix? Tune in and laugh along!2022-12-2455 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Confidence is a MFerDammit. JP gets to gloat a bit as the fellas talk about the Clippers smacking the Celtics, and James has some concerns about Boston. JP gets us up to speed on his Clippers, then they guys talk Warriors, Blazers, Toronto, and Hawks in their terribly slow "Fast Break" session.2022-12-171h 12The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Market ReportThe holidays find JP in good spirits and James being a Grinch. The fellas dig into the hot start of the Celtics and the uneven start for the Clippers, then they dive in and talk some Heat, Suns, Warriors, and Lakers. We TRY to be nice!2022-12-121h 12The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales - Taking FlightWith the Celtics AND Clippers trending up, the fellas are feelin' fine. James & JP check in on Boston and the GOOD team in Los Angeles, then show love to some under-the-radar quality, the Thunder and the Pacers. They try to find something positive about the Knicks, then JP unloads on the Lakers.The fellas finish off with the Team of the Week (Wiz) and Team of the Weak (Cavs), and Eastern and Western Players of the week, then let you know what games to keep an eye on. Tune in!(brought to you by Mountain Dew...2022-11-171h 20The Dunk Talesthe Dunk Tales - The Run UpAbout 10 games in and the fellas got stuff to say about the NBA. JP and James weigh in on the Nets firing Steve Nash and the ongoing Kyrie Irving drama. They talk a little Celtics and Clippers, then they give on their teams of the week and their Teams of the Weak (or Pipsqueaks of the Week!). We wrap up with the games to look forwar to this week. Tune in!2022-11-0958 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: The Good, The Bad, & the LakersJP & James roll up their sleeves and get to work. The Celtics get love, the Clippers...they get talked about. The fellas weigh in on the possibility of an NBA hard salary cap looming, then they talk some good (Jazz jumpin'! Spurs springin'!), some bad (Miami Heat cooling off? Warriors wearing down?), and some UGLY Lakers talk. JP and James doing what they DO. (brought to you by Mountain Dew and Annie Mae Sutter's Granny Body Butter)2022-11-011h 15The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales - Season's BeatingsThe NBA is back....and so is wild player behavior. JP and James look around the league, touching on their Celtics and Clippers before talking Klay Thompson's meltdown, Karl Anthony-Towns' diet advice, Lakers disappointing 0-4 start. and the Nets struggling out the gate. The fellas announce the new recording schedule and their usual shenanigans2022-10-2854 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales - Early Season StuffJames and JP drop a quick one on early season thoughts:Lakers issues Clippers depthSixers lack of cohesionCeltics continuitySuns unraveling?And more! Tune in for a trip around the league2022-10-2150 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Episode About NothingThanks to @OspreysFB (on instagram and Twitter), Dunk Tales has a new logo!JP and James had all sorts of high falootin' ideas coming into this ep, but eh, they just babbled. They touched on Draymond's fine (no suspension??), then check on the Celtics and Clippers. They bounce around the Vegas over/unders, (Lakers too low at 45.5? Jazz too high at 24.5?) and ask the important questions (thanks @HoopSpaces)- has the Bucks window closed? Better backcourt, Cavs with Garland-Spyda or Atlanta with Trae-DeJounte? Tune in!2022-10-1451 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Handles & ScandalsJames & JP are easing their way back into rhythm: Draymond Green bullying Jordan Poole got the fellas in mid-season form. They talk about GSW's spin on Green's sucker-punch. JP gives us an update on the Clippers and James talks Celtics. The guys touch on Ime Udoka's awkward, troubling suspension, then swing west and talk about the suddenly enigmatic Phoenix Suns: possible Sarver fallout and the Ayton dilemma. Don't miss this one!2022-10-0754 min
The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales - Suns-Set? Sarver SuspendedPhoenix Suns majority owner Robert Sarver acted vilely. The NBA made a big show of an investigation, but $10 million and a year suspension seems like a laughably light punishment. James & JP dive into the decision and why it may be the opening salvo to getting Sarver up outta here for good.2022-09-1833 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales - Pre-PreseaonJP & James throw on their compression shooting sleeves, grab the Icy Hot and start warming up. They open talking about the Celtics and Clipper, then they run down alllll the biggest offseason stories- tons of Gobert to Minny and Mitchell to Cleveland talk. How do those moves shape the NBA? We also take a ton of Twitter questions from you, the devoted listeners! Tap in and strap in for the ride, we're ready to roll this 2023 season!2022-09-181h 09The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Warriors Win It AllJP finally gets James to come on after a Celtics loss as the Warriors close out the Celtics in Boston, 103-90, to win the 2022 championship. James and JP both praise the Warriors and analyze what exactly was wrong with the Celtics. the fellas keep it a tight 30, tune in!2022-06-1729 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Celts Take 2-1 Lead/Game 4 PreviewJames & JP talk about the Celtics gutsy game 3 win and look ahead to what's in store for game 4.- Who's the Celtics MVP?- what's up with Draymond?- Dray & Klay want a time machine- Warriors strengths and how Boston is winning- someone should write down JP's over/under picks for game 4!Don't miss it!2022-06-1053 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Finals Gm 1: Celtics Dust WarriorsWhat the #%$& did we just watch? Celtics withstand a 21 pt first quarter then erupt late, outscoring the Dubs 40-16 in the 4th to win 120-108. James & JP talk all about it. Don't miss it!2022-06-0333 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales- NBA Finals - Seeing The Light(years) with Sam EsfandiariJames and JP welcome the OG Sam Esfandiari of The Light Years Pod ( @lightyrspod ) to break down the Celtics-Warriors matchup. They rank the best 6 players in the series, and JP and Sam analyze exactly what advantages the Dubs can leverage. Tune in!2022-06-0152 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Celtics Cool of Heat, Reach Finals!Boston snuffs the Heat, and James and JP yap about it. The fellas look back at the Celtics early season struggles, talk about the see-saw series, and look at exactly what went right for Boston and what went wrong for the Heat. Who was Boston's 3rd best player? How can the Heat get better this summer? Don't miss it!2022-05-3048 minThe Dunk TalesDunk Tales: "Heat" -ing Up with Ethan Skolnick of 5 Reasons SportsJames & JP are joined by Energetic Ethan Skolnick, CEO of 5 Reasons Sports & Host of 5 On the Floor podcast (@EthanJSkolnick on Twitter!) to talk about the wild swings of the Celtics-Heat series.- What's gone wrong for Miami?- keys to the Heat returning the the Finals- the truth about Bam Adebayo- the whistle differentialWarriors and Mavericks are....mentioned. Great episode with a great basketball mind!2022-05-2552 minThe Dunk TalesDunk Tales: Conference Finals TalkThe fellas talk about the Conference finals matchups:Boston throttled the Heat in Game 2; what have we learned? What's up with Bam Adebayo? After getting smoked in game 2, how can Miami get back in control of the series?Luka Doncic looked unstoppable all playoffs; how did the Warriors snuff his spark? What adjustments can Coach Kidd make?James and JP also half-heartedly talk All Rookie picks (they don't really care). Tune in!2022-05-2052 minThe Dunk TalesDunk Tales Conference Finals PreviewJames & JP hop on for a down n' dirty Conference Finals preview!- Should Bucks run it back?- How Boston matches up with the Heat- How Dallas took CP3's heart- Are the Dubs up to the task of tackling Luka?The duo also dives into Twitter questions.James & JP give their own spin on these exciting playoffs.2022-05-1751 minThe Dunk TalesDunk Tales: #$&% Gets RealJames is bummed out. So JP and James roll through the playoffs, series by series. - What's next for the Sixers? Are we underrating the Heat?- Can Luka alter how he's viewed? Is this the beginning of the end of Chris Paul?- We're sick of Dray. How does a contender go down by 50? - Celtics fumbled a golden opportunity in game 5. How does the series play out?Don't miss this one!Tune in!2022-05-141h 01The Dunk TalesDunk Tales - A Round (2) We GoJP and James weigh in on the conference semis:- Who's the Suns MVP? What's Luka's ceiling?- Will Embiid ever catch a lucky break? Will a Finals run elevate Butler?- Did Dillon Brooks swing the series with his dirty play? Can Jah outduel Curry?- Can Giannis' irresistible force crack Boston's unmovable defense?2022-05-061h 08The Dunk TalesDunk Tales: Celtics Brooms, Sad Jazz Tunes, & Memphis Goons- Playoff MusingsJames & JP talk that talk: Celtics sweep, Nets "culture", paying Kyrie, slightly fraudulent Bulls, Memphis & Timberwolves, Dubs over Nuggets. JP makes sure he give Miami their props. Then we answer some Twitter questions! Tune in!2022-04-291h 14The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Playoff "Rap" Up with Big PoohJames & JP rock the mic with Big Pooh, rapper extraordinaire and 1/2 of the iconic duo, Little Brother. The fellas skim through Wizard's' woes and Clippers' collapse before revving up playoff talk:-Celtics/Nets - what's up with KD?-Suns/Pelicans- can the Suns hang on without Booker?-Bucks/Bulls- can Milwaukee survive without Middleton?-Timberwolves/Grizzlies- can the Wolves push the Grizz?-Warriors/Denver- does Poole make the Dubs unbeatable?-Sixers/Raptors- are the Sixers contenders with THIS version of Harden?-Jazz/Mavericks- who cares? (and who would you trade, Gobert or Mitchell?)2022-04-221h 30The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales - Lakers Therapy w/ Silver Screen & Roll's Anthony IrwinDing-dong, the Lakers are dead (this season). James & JP are joined by Silver Screen & Roll's Anthony Irwin (that's @AnthonyIrwinLA on Twitter!), an OG in the Laker podcast game and long time friend of the pod. The trio touch base with the Celtics and the Clippers, then they grab the scalpels and pull back the sheet that's draped over the lifeless corpse of the Lakers' 2022 season. Anthony talks about the moment he knew the Lakers were screwed, his thoughts on Frank Vogel, what his dream Laker front office summer looks like. Irwin gives some tough truths about the decisions...2022-04-151h 38The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Talkin' Hoops with Antonio DanielsJames fumbled last week, but this week, he and JP are joined by NBA champion and Pelicans color analyst Antonio Daniels ( @ADaniels33 on Twitter!)Antonio regales the fellas by detailing the stark difference from being The Man at Bowling Green to toiling for the young Vancouver Grizzlies, how joining the Spurs helped his perspective and his career, and he talks about how fun it was rolling with the Ray Allen Sonics. It's always a good time, tune in for another dope episode!2022-04-071h 28The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales - James & JP Go Around the NBAAnother day, another Dunk. The fellas try to figure out how real the Celtics are, why Tatum ain't getting MVP love, and look at the rest of MVP race (we also talk WAYYY too much Schroder). Then they turn to "Karl Anthony Towns or Gobert" debate, and how the Wolves recent surge changes our perception of KAT.Then "Dope or Nope": higher seeds tanking, the Jazz as a contender, Bron stat chasing in a broken season, Nurkic tossing a fan's phone. Another fun episode, tune in!2022-03-251h 20The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Jack Cooley & The GangThe party don't stop, James & JP are honored to be joined by ex-Jazz man, ex-Sacramento King, current Japanese B-league star Jack Cooley (JackCoooligan45 in Twitter & IG)! He opens up about the head spinning NBA experience, his time at a big time college, his wild and crazy times playing in Turkey, and having the time of his life in Japan. Another banger you don't want to miss!(Brought to you by the McDonald's All-American Game @MCDAAG)2022-03-181h 19The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: The Jorge Sedano TakeoverThe fellas are back and they brought the heavy hitter- James and JP are joined by ESPN's Jorge Sedano ( @Sedano on Twitter) to talk Eastern conference hoops. - Jorge breaks down why the Heat are consistently overlooked, and the trio all weigh in on who they think takes the East (there's a plot twist here!)-Jorge and JP talk a bit about the "Player Empowerment" era and what it could mean for the next CBA.- The 3 Js try (and fail spectacularly) to find a silver lining in the wretched Lakers season. ...2022-03-041h 22The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Home StretchThe All Star break is over, and now we're roaring towards the playoffs. James & JP talk a little Celtics and Clippers, then dive into the playoff standings jostling. We talk top 4 in each conference, whos in and who's out of the top 6, and the fellas predict who win the potential play-in matchups. Don't miss out!2022-02-251h 08The Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: 1st Annual DunkiesWith the All Star weekend looming, James and JP throw on their fancy fitted hats and host the Dunkies, an NBA awards show. The categories *drumroll*Leading ManSupporting actorFilm categories-ComedyHorrorProbably the most ridiculous episode yet, don't miss it! Brought to you by Hulu2022-02-1857 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: New Faces, New Places, Hoop Spaces w/ Chris BarnettAfter a wild trade deadline, James & JP need some help unraveling what went down. Here comes Chris Barnett, founder of Twitter's Hoop Spaces (@HoopSpaces on Twitter), to delve into the mayhem. Fellow hoop head (and cursed Sixers fan) rolls with the fellas through IND-SAC trade and touches on Celtics and Clippers before they all dive into thee epic Harden-Simmons trade. The Lakers also get their turn in the blender, of course. Tune in!2022-02-121h 11The Dunk TalesDunk Tales: Talkin' All That (Utah) Jazz w/ The Athletic's Tony JonesJames & JP are joined by Jazz beat writer and long suffering Knicks fan Tony Jones. After James and JP take the temperature of the Celtics and the Clippers, they chop it up with Tony about the current State of the struggling Jazz and what potential moves they may make as the trade deadline approaches. We also talk about how a New Yorker like Tony ended up in Salt Lake City. Great time with one of the best NBA journalists in the game. *Brought to you by Sylvester;'s Slammin' Athlete's Foot Remover*2022-02-0543 minThe Dunk TalesDunk Tales: Hard 2 GuardJP & James bounce around the league. - Maybe the Celtics DON'T completely stink?- Accepting the Clippers experience- The rise of Anfernee Simons- Why Curry ain't a serious MVP candidate (right now) - Can Anthony Davis save the Lakers?Brought to you by McGillicuddy's Mayo-Butter!2022-01-2850 minThe Dunk TalesDunk Tales: MVPs, Scorpions, & HarambeLook, don't blame James & JP for the Lakers being hilarious (stop blaming Russ, and R.I.P. Harambe). They also talk Jokic or Embiid for MVP, the resurgent Dallas Mavs, and Snot brings up "The Scorpion & the Frog". Also? Cherry Flavored Talcum Powder!2022-01-211h 11The Dunk TalesDunk Tales- The ReturnJames & JP are BACK- travel and illness had the duo sidelined, but they're up and running again, talking:- Celtics- Clippers- Kyrie & Klay back- Dame & the Blazers' crossroads- Trill or Trash- Competition Edition- LALA (Laugh At Los Angeles)*JP bonus question after the buzzer!2022-01-1651 minThe Dunk TalesDunk Tales: Happy New Year Pod!After the exhilarating "Temecula" bash, this is the Snottie fumble game. JP is pretty optimistic about his Clippers, James bemoans the crappy Celtic's situation for way too long, then they come up with resolutions for the Hawks and the Kings. Finally, the duo takes glee in the Lakers struggles. Listen out of pity.2021-12-311h 03The Dunk TalesWay-Too-Early NBA Awards: The DunkiesJP & James take us around the league:-Celtics disappoint-Clippers be Clippin'- Nets do a 180, let Kyrie be a part-time player- Lakers give Isaiah Thomas his shot- Status of "Dame Time" in Portland- Covid decimating the leagueThen spend time handing out various (and hilarious) player awards. Another "don't miss" episode!2021-12-181h 18The Dunk TalesStock Market: Buy Or SellCeltics are giving James a headache, while JP is cautiously optimistic about his Clippers. They talk Luka Doncic's (lack of) fitness, and dissect the viability of the Rockets, the Cavs, the Grizzlies, and the Lakers. Tune in, best show yet!2021-12-101h 01The Dunk TalesThe Pulse: 20 Game Check-InJames & JP look at their respective squads (Celtics & Clippers) through a realistic lens. They talk Kemba & the Knicks (again), the injury bug sweeping the league, Michael Porter Jr and the crumbling Nuggets. They also weigh in on the epic Suns & Warriors game, and talk about possible playoff outlooks. Tune in for the best/worst NBA show out!2021-12-0356 minThe Dunk TalesDusty Turkey & Unseasoned Beans: We Give ThanksJames and JP update on the Celtics and Clippers, then launch into a thankful tirade on rule changes, rising stars, franchise anchors, Lakers' misery, and flat out Nuggets/Raptors schadenfraude. Tap in as they give thanks as only they can.2021-11-2845 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: A Scottie ScornedJames and JP are back at it, talking Scottie Pippen's bitter BS, surprising squads (both good and bad), Karl Anthony Towns' displeasure in Minny, and they FINALLY answer some Twitter questions.2021-11-1346 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Sarver, Silver & Something Brewing in BostonJP and James back at it. They tackle the Robert Sarver bombshell expose' from ESPN's Baxter Holmes and what it could mean for the Suns moving forward. They also talk about trouble brewing in Boston, and check in on their Players to Watch (sorry Nuggets fans).2021-11-0537 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Kyrie, Philly and Preseason MusingsJames & JP back at it again, talking Kyrie (of course), Ben Simmons (AGAIN), preseason expectation adjustments, and we show love to a couple of non-stars. JP references a 1960s jazz musician for some reason. Tune IN. Follow us on Twitter, @SnottieDrippen and @Jay_Pea6192021-10-1538 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Preseason ObservationsJP and James shoot the breeze about early NBA preseason observations, then pick the fun teams to watch, and the wack teams to not.2021-10-0837 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk Tales: Camp & Media Day TalkAs team media days and camps open across the league, James and JP are back to break it down once again.2021-09-2837 minThe Dunk TalesThe Dunk TalesJames Holas and JP bring you their introductory episode of The Dunk Tales. Expect greatness and excellence...or at the very least it will make you laugh.2021-09-1750 min
Tipping PitchesAt The Drop of a Hat (feat. Benjamin Christensen & James Holas)Bobby and Alex decide to dive deeper into the furor around some recent New Era hat drops and try to break down how the fitted cap community differs from the average baseball fan. To do that, they turn to Benjamin Christensen, a community events & engagement manager at Hat Club, and James Holas, a former basketball blogger and recent fitted cap convert, to talk about the fitted cap trend and the market for it, the process of hat design, what brings them joy about their collections — and their takes on some of those New Era caps. F...2021-07-281h 11
Green With Envy: A Boston Celtics PodcastCelticsPod: What rumors make sense? James Holas gives his thoughtsAdam is joined by now defunct NBA Writer James Holas AKA Snottie Drippen, to discuss the current slew of rumors surrounding the Celtics star players, from Myles Turner to Jrue Holiday, this is going to be a fun-filled NBA free agency period.
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2020-11-1643 min
Roundball Ramble: Daily NBA CoverageCeltics Offseason Outlook with James HolasAn original Twitter great James Holas joins Corban Ford to break down the Boston Celtics in episode 2 of our 30-team offseason series!James also just put out an article on the great Bill Russell - please check it out if you have a moment by clicking in this sentence.SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes!Hoop Ball is partnering with the great folks at Manscaped.com once again! It's Lawnmower 3.0 season... use promo code "HOOPBALL20" to get 20% off your order and FREE shipping!Check out our newest sponsor, ExpressVPN! Protect your...2020-10-201h 11
First Sports in the Morningjames holas 011020James Holas (Hoops Rebellion) talks up the latest NBA headlines, including John Beilein's comments, AD's injury, Joel Embiid and the Sixers plus more. Check out our podcast right here!2020-01-1016 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 122019James Holas (Hoops Rebellion) recaps last night's NBA matchups featuring wins from Milwaukee and Houston, plus other league news. Check out our podcast right here!2019-12-2015 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 120619James Holas (Hoops Rebellion) talks Rockets, Knicks, Lakers and more NBA news. Listen to our podcast right here!2019-12-0616 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 112219James Holas (Hoops Rebellion/Dunk Tales Podcast) talks Carmelo Anthony, Lakers, Clippers and more. Listen to our exclusive chat right here!2019-11-2215 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 110819James Holas (Real Ball Insiders) talks load management and previews NBA matchups this weekend and more. Listen to our podcast right here!2019-11-0816 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 102219James Holas (Real Ball Insiders) highlights opening night in the NBA and offers predictions for the upcoming season. Listen to our podcast right here!2019-10-2218 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 100819James Holas (Real Ball Insiders/Lineups) gives us his insight on the NBA controversy involving China and preseason news and notes. Click the link for our exclusive podcast!2019-10-0818 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 072619James Holas (Real Ball Insiders) talks up NBA investigations into tampering and the Clippers awkward press conference. Check out our podcast right here!2019-07-2613 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 071919James Holas (RealBallInsiders) chatted up the last days of NBA free agency and early projections for next season. Check out our exclusive podcast here!2019-07-1917 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 062719James Holas (Real Ball Insiders) gives us his predictions for NBA Free Agency moves and breaks down the top NBA storylines. Check out our chat right here!2019-06-2715 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 061919James Holas (Real Ball Insiders) chatted up the Anthony Davis trade to the Lakers, the mess with the Rockets and the latest on Kyrie Irving. Check out our chat right here!2019-06-1922 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 053019James Holas previews and predicts the NBA Finals and offers thoughts on the Lakers and Rockets situations. Check out our podcast right here!2019-05-3019 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 052419James Holas (RealBallInsider.com) talked Raptors, Bucks, the "Drake controversy" and more.... Listen to our podcast right here!2019-05-2418 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 051719James Holas (Real Ball Insiders) talks NBA Playoffs and more league news. Listen to our podcast right here!2019-05-1717 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 050919We talked with NBA writer James Holas about Kevin Durant's status going forward as well as Milwaukee's dominant playoff run and more. Listen to our chat right here!2019-05-0913 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 050319James Holas talks NBA Playoffs news and picks for this weekend's games. Click the link for our exclusive chat right here.2019-05-0315 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 042619James Holas (Real Ball Insiders) talks NBA news and chats up this weekend's NBA Playoff matchups. Listen to our analysis at the link here!2019-04-2615 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 041919And we talked NBA Playoffs and the mess of the Lakers with James Holas (Real Ball Insiders). Check out our podcast right here!2019-04-1914 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 041219This morning, we previewed the NBA Playoffs and got perspectives on the Magic Johnson saga with the LA Lakers. We chatted with James Holas (Real Ball Insiders).2019-04-1213 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 031519Make sure to catch up on news and notes in the NBA with James Holas of RealBallInsiders and Lineups. Get the podcast right here.2019-03-1516 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 022219We chatted this morning with NBA insider James Holas on the Warriors, Bucks as well as the future of Zion Williamson and more. Listen to our podcast right here!2019-02-2217 minFirst Sports in the Morningjames holas 011719James Holas (RealBallInsiders) talked Golden State Warriors, James Harden, Scottie Pippen's comments on Duke star Zion Willamson and much more. Take a listen to our chat right here.2019-01-1718 min
Brickhouse NBA PodcastBrickhouse Ep 202: Slow NBA News Week w/ James Holas aka @snottiedrippenNBA writer, podcaster and twitter legend James Holas (@snottiedrippen) calls in to dish on Seinfeld, Space Jam 2 and Adam Silver's friendship with Jared Kushner. We scrape the bottom of the barrel for NBA headlines and James gives an opinion on all of them. What does he fear more: Kyrie leaving the Celtics in free agency or an Uncle Drew sequel? Are the 76ers first round picks cursed? Now that the Morris brothers are signed with Klutch Sports will we see them on the same team again? Plus hear the story of a legendary twitter fight on Christmas Day. Find James...2018-08-1135 min
TyeSportsRadioBballBreakdown's James Holas talks Trae Young comparisons, NBA > NCAAB & more!BballBreakdown and RealBallInsiders writer James Holas hits on the biggest stories from the NBA Draft, free agency questions, busts and more!2018-06-2300 min
Fastbreak Breakfast NBA PodcastJames Holas "The Unexpected Celtics"SPECIAL "The Unexpected Celtics" Boston is on the verge of the Eastern Conference Finals despite being ravaged by injuries. How have Al Horford, Jayson Tatum and Terry Rozier done it? James Holas aka "Snottie Drippen" joins to explain and definitely NOT jinx the Celtics.Join us over at Draft.com/Fastbreak and play daily fantasy basketball against Keith (username: FastbreakBreakfast). Use the code "FASTBREAK" for a free $3 entry. NBA DRAFT season is almost over!!Enjoy the podcast? Consider joining our support at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfast and get access to exclusive content including bonus audio.Epis...2018-05-0744 minFastbreak Breakfast NBA PodcastJames Holas "Kill the Conferences"SPECIAL "Kill the Conferences" James Holas (aka "Snottie Drippen") joins to talk about Adam Silver floating proposals to seed the playoffs ignoring the conferences and to have a play-in tournament. We also talk about the breaking NCAA news, the Mavs situation, Kawhi Leonard and the CelticsJoin us over at Draft.com/Fastbreak and play daily fantasy basketball against Keith (username: FastbreakBreakfast). Use the code "FASTBREAK" for a free $3 entry.Prove you are a power listener by joining our support at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfast and you also get access to exclusive bonus content E...2018-02-2335 min
Trail Daddy: A Trail Blazers Podcast Hosted by Dave DeckardBlazer's Edge x BOD Pod mashup where Tara, Dan, James Holas and Chris Axmann talk about big trades- Dwight Howard, little trades, is Coach Stotts on the hot seat, Shabazz Napier as the best bench player for Portland in years, and more!It's a Christmas miracle! On this week's episode James Holas AKA @snottiedrippen and Chris Axmann @AlmightyBallin, head of ABPNRadio join Tara and Dan to talk Damian Lillard's Los Angeles attire, Coach Stotts on the hot seat, Dwight Howard in Portland, Shabazz Napier as the best Blazers bench player in years, and what to make of Jusuf Nurkic's rough start. That and more on this week's Blazer's Edge podcast!
Intro
Damian Lillard's heat check outfit
Jusuf Nurkic's impact this season
What's happening with Nurkic's up and down play
Tweeting and recording at the same time
Is Coach Stotts on the hot...2017-12-261h 19
The SuperFlightSuperFlight - 80 - The Celtics Win with James HolasSuperFlight in the house! It's a bit delayed but better late than never, right? So, the Celtics beat the Warriors last night and James Holas breaks the game down for Joe with the pride of a father who just witnessed the birth of his team of adult sons. Then Joe takes a turn gloating about Embiid, Covington's new contract and a bunch of other nonsense. It's a good one, enjoy!You can follow James on Twitter @SnottieDrippen and on BBallbreakdown.com
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ATL and 29Episode 35: James HolasWe talk to James Holas of BBall Breakdown and the B.O.D. Pod about Dennis Schroder and the Hawks inevitable reliance on him for a lot of their offense. We also talk about the NBA rank of Nikola Jokic relative to his peers, a topic which James took to his Twitter time in recent days, and our thoughts on the NBA's recent jersey release.
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The Wraparound NBANBA Preview Series: The Atlantic Division W/ James HolasJames Holas jumped on the podcast to help Paul preview the Atlantic division.
Among the points they hit:
*Is Brooklyn still a bottom three team? How much will the departure of Brook Lopez affect the on-court product?
*Is the process over for the Sixers? How much of an impact can rookies Ben Simmons and Markelle Fultz make? Can JJ Redick maintain his torrid shooting percentages away from point-god Chris Paul?
*Are the Knicks finally ready to move on from 'Melo? Where exactly does Porzingis rank among the league's unicorns, and how much has his progress been hindered his first few...2017-09-0400 min
Trail Daddy: A Trail Blazers Podcast Hosted by Dave DeckardHow High is Damian Lillard's Ceiling with BballBreakdown's James HolasJames Holas of BBallBreakdown.com joins Tara Bowen-Biggs and Dan Marang for this episode of the Blazer's Edge podcast to discuss James' theory that Damian Lillard is posed for a breakout year which will lead the Portland Trail Blazers to the playoffs.
Along the way they discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers trade with the Boston Celtics that was supposed to send Kyrie Irving to the Celtics for Isaiah Thomas, Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic, and the Brooklyn Net's 2018 1st round pick- which has since stalled out due to hesitation by the Cavaliers over Thomas' hip injury. What else would Boston give up i...2017-08-3055 minThe SuperFlightSuperFlight - 62 - To Trade Or Not Trade Kyrie, That Is The Question - with James HolasVacation is over and Joe is back with a disgusting story about birds and bowls but if you wanna skip that and get to the good stuff, skip to the 4 minute mark. This week James Holas visits the show again to break down what in the hell is going on in Cleveland and Boston and preview Boston's upcoming season. There's lots of winding conversation, as is typical for the show, and even a heated debate about having too many good players. Give a listen and enjoy!You can follow James on twitter @SnottieDrippen and on ABPN at The...2017-08-271h 14
The SuperFlightSuperFlight – 61 – Kyrie, WTF? With James HolasSummer, it is the best time to be a fan of the NBA, apparently. So many things are happening and James Holas joins Joe to help break it all down. From Kyrie to Chris Paul, Paul George, racist fans and analytic egg-head twitter, this episode has everything you've ever wanted in a podcast. Enjoy!
You can follow James on Twitter @SnottieDrippen
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The Bridge Sports PodcastThe Bridge Ep. 70: James Holas, NBA writer and podcaster, joins the show to discuss covering the league, his favorite era of hoops, the state of the NBA, the NBA Finals and moreThe NBA Finals are all but over, which is as unfortunate for fans as it is for the folks in the television and advertising world. We were at least afforded ...
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CK Podcast with Leo BeasCK Podcast 290: Bballbreakdown’s James Holas, NBA Draft and NBA PlayoffsMatt George and Leo Beas discuss which players the Sacramento Kings should re-sign and which players the Kings might look at in the upcoming 2017 NBA Draft. They will also talk about the NBA Playoffs with James Holas of bballbreakdown.com. Make sure to download the Valley Tire Center mobile app, register and turn on your notifications to get free tire balancing. Check our their website for details: http://www.valleytirewoodland.com/If you are looking for NBA Autographs, NBA Memorabilia, or NBA Trading Cards, HoopCats.com has it all! They also do giveaways on their Instagram...2017-05-051h 00
The Knicks Wall PodcastTKW Podcast Episode 17—Ft James Holas AKA Snottie DrippenYou may have read him on bballbreakdown.com. You may have heard him on Away Team or The Truth podcast. You may simply even know him as Snottie Drippen.
However you take him, James Holas joined us on this episode to break down some Knicks love connections that may even surprise you and the opinion of New York basketball from an outsider's point of view. Along the way, we take a look at the meaning of a "franchise's culture", how Kristaps' development may already have begun to be stunted, check in with some other Atlantic teams, mull over some free...2017-03-2057 min
The SuperFlightSuperFlight – 44 – Let’s Go ‘Round The League – with James HolasBoy, Joe says a whole lot of nothing this week in the opening ramble. If you want to skip that nonsense and get right to the good stuff, skip to the 8:39 mark. After that, James Holas joins the show to talk about some of the most exciting teams in the league...and the Pelicans. From Miami to Milwaukee, Dallas to Denver, they go around the league and discuss who's making it and who's not. Joe and James wrap it up with the Boston Celtics and why Isaiah Thomas is judged more harshly than most and the fact that even though...2017-03-151h 32
3 in the Key3 In The Key Ep. 34: MVP Race with James Holas of BBall BreakdownThe fellas give their early candidates for MVP in the NBA, and are joined by James Holas of BBall Breakdown and PressBasketball.com to discuss different story lines in the NBA and touch on some fantasy basketball tips.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2016-11-2055 min