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Classic NBL PodcastEp 19: Tall Blacks TalkThe podcast returns from its off-season slumber to discuss the Tall Blacks, who are impressing at the Asia Cup. Who has stood out, what have we learned, and how far can they go?2017-08-1650 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 18: Junior Tall Blacks with Morgan MaskellSam Garriock is joined by NZ U16 assistant coach Morgan Maskell - and sporadic interruptions by Niall Anderson - to discuss the Junior Tall Blacks' chances at the Under 19 World Cup. The guys look at who is likely to play for the JTBs, and what they bring to the table. Niall sends the show careening off into a wild tangent by aimlessly discussing the 2014 Rangitoto College team, while the NZ Under 18 boys and girls sides are also discussed. Also - how, and when, to watch the JTBs in action.2017-06-2943 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 17: NBL Final Preview + Tai Wesley and Judd FlavellIn the final podcast of the NBL season, Niall and Sam reflect on the semifinals, and analyse what could happen in the Saints v Sharks final. Also, some post-game quick chats from Tauranga with Tai Wesley and Judd Flavell.2017-06-1720 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 16: Final Four PreviewNiall and Sam break down the two NBL semifinals - Wellington Saints v Canterbury Rams and Southland Sharks v Supercity Rangers. Also, which player is "A human shiv", and what would happen if the NBL season was 82 games?2017-06-1443 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 15: NBL AwardsNiall and Sam run through who got their official vote for all their big NBL awards. They also give out the prestigious "2017 Classic NBL Moment" award, and explain why Torrey Craig should be in the Hall of Fame.2017-06-1355 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 14: Can't Think of a Title Right NowOn this episode of the Classic NBL Podcast:
* Are the 2017 Saints the best team ever?
* Inexplicable netball chat
* Sam's road trip skills
* Playoff permutations - Who finishes 4th?
* Who wins the wooden spoon?
* Do the Saints have the top 3 MVP candidates?
* The Rams' radical rotation changes
* What's going on with the Sharks?
* Some scattered discussion about the Tall Blacks backcourt
* A Classic NBL story
* Should the Hawks have accepted Paul Henare's SOS?2017-05-3158 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 13: Tauranga and Tall Blacks TalkNiall and Sam discuss the decision to host the NBL Final Four in Tauranga. Will fans show up, and will there be an atmosphere? In other NBL news, can the Hawks make a late playoff run, and will the Rams put everything together? Plus, the guys talk about the Tall Blacks' World Cup qualifying schedule being set. Will we see Steven Adams in a Tall Blacks singlet anytime soon? Plus, Sam name drops former NZ tennis player Dan King-Turner.2017-05-0949 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 12: Coaching Changes and The Return Of The MackNiall and Sam discuss Kirsten Daly-Taylor being out in the Bay, the circumstances which led to it, and her replacement. They recap the roster changes in Nelson and Canterbury - MVP McKenzie Moore is back, but who will win the MVP this year? Also, Niall brings a strong take early, but Sam tops it by ripping volunteer children.2017-04-2847 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 11: Watch The TapeNiall and Sam discuss the Wellington Saints' protest and the subsequent reaction from it. Do we need rule changes? There is also chat about the Rams defence, Shea Ili's improvements, and #fakestats in the Bay. Plus - is the top four already decided, and where should the Final Four be hosted?2017-04-1953 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 10: Grim Giants and Duinker DramaNiall and Sam discuss the Nelson Giants firing their coach and hiring a new import. What is the logic behind the moves? Sam spots some #ClassicNBL content on the Giants Twitter account. At the 25 minute mark, they discuss the Josh Duinker drama, and Niall reads a story aloud with some *fire* quotes from Kevin Braswell. The guys also wrap up last week's action and look forward to this weekend's games.2017-04-1457 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 9: Back By Unpopular DemandThe Classic NBL Podcast returns from hiatus to resume their usual brand of middling analysis. The guys look at which players and teams have exceeded or underperformed expectations. Sam rants about concussion tests and back-up point guards, while Isaia Jones gets a shoutout. Plus, who are looking like the MVP candidates?2017-04-0645 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 8: NBL Award PredictionsNiall and Sam make their picks for MVP, MOF, MOG, MONZF, MONZG, COY, ROY, MIP, DPOY and a bunch of other acronyms.2017-03-1632 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 7: Supercity Rangers PreviewNiall and Sam finish their mammoth preview series by analysing the Supercity Rangers. Will they bring in more talent mid-season? A big season is predicted for Hyrum Harris, while Sam wonders where Dan Fotu is, talks about Randall Bishop for some reason, and has exclusive injury news.2017-03-1645 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 6: Bay Hawks PreviewNiall and Sam run through the Hawks, who will make big improvements after their 0-18 2016 season. Their new MC is also their GM, Ana Haku has cornrows, and Tony Tolovae is set for a breakout campaign.2017-03-1559 minClassic NBL PodcastEp 5: Wellington Saints PreviewMatt Twort joins Sam and Niall to look at the Saints 2017 season. How big of a favourite are the Saints? Do they have the MVP on their roster? What will the big man rotation look like? Plus, Sam says another very geeky thing, and Niall and Matt share embarrassing Pitbull revelations.2017-03-141h 14Classic NBL PodcastEp 4: Taranaki Mountain Airs Coach Trent AdamAirs coach Trent Adam joins Niall to look at how the Airs are building for the 2017 season. As usual, we go in depth on every player, and Trent shares stories from a quadruple OT game in Dunedin. Also, the Airs have a development player called Oscar Robertson.2017-03-1248 minClassic NBL PodcastEp3: Canterbury Rams PreviewNiall and Sam look at the Canterbury Rams for the 2017 NBL season. How much will the loss of McKenzie Moore hurt? How good are their imports? Which young guys will shine? Will Derek Albertsen's biceps make an appearance? Plus: Sam's development player chat, cross-racial comparisons, and the geekiest thing ever said on the pod.2017-03-061h 07Classic NBL PodcastEp2: Nelson Giants PreviewNiall and Sam preview the Nelson Giants ahead of the 2017 NBL season. They discuss their interesting offseason moves - What is basketball like in Alaska? Do you remember the Giant who played one game before being suspended? Sam has multiple hot takes, Niall is Nic Trathen's biggest fan, and the guys reminisce about some crazy NBL betting moments. Also, Tom Ingham can do it all, and there is exclusive news about noted "good dude" Jordan Lindbom.2017-03-0657 minClassic NBL PodcastEp1: Southland Sharks PreviewNiall and Sam run through the changes to the Sharks roster for 2017, review their 2016 campaign and go into far too much depth talking about bench players. They also discuss the plans for the podcast and this year’s NBL coverage, and that time the Manawatu Jets had the tallest team in NBL history.2017-03-061h 01