Nekias Duncan breaks down the play that led to Sabrina Ionescu's game-winning three-pointer.

Explain one play: Breaking down Sabrina Ionescu's game-winner

Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated joins Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. to talk about his book, "Blood on the Hardwood: The Flagrant History of the 1990s New York Knicks." Then, the three give their fictional NBA award ballots.

TIME STAMPS
0:46 - Nekias and Steve catch up Chris about the challenges of NBA coverage in a season like this, gives an update on his book, then talks about his excitement for the Chicago Sky.
15:40 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Coach of the Year.
26:53 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Most Improved Player.
34:34 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Rookie of the Year.
40:30 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris give their All-Rookie teams.
53:20 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris give their All-NBA teams.
1:14:25 - Nekias and Steve give their All-Defensive teams.
1:21:57 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Defensive Player of the Year.
1:33:33 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss Sixth Man of the Year.
1:40:28 - Nekias, Steve, and Chris discuss MVP -- and Chris goes on a bit of a rant.
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Nekias Duncan and former NBA video coordinator and assistant coach Steve Jones break down teams, players, and rumors around the NBA every week.

The Dunker Spot

Awards Talk with SI's Chris Herring

Si's Chris Herring joins Nekias and Steve to talk about his book and the three give their fictional NBA award ballots.

The Dunker Spot: Awards talk with SI's Chris Herring

In Nekias Duncan's weekly notebook, he shares things that have caught his eye. He breaks down players, teams, plays and stats.

Roaming the Baseline: Russell Westbrook, Andrew Wiggins, Wes Matthews

Nekias Duncan breaks down what makes Jimmy Butler dangerous, and how that impacts the Heat's playoff hopes.

Jimmy Butler is taking over at the right time

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. change the format this week, opting to ask each other their most pressing questions heading into this year's postseason.
TIME STAMPS

2:45 - Nekias and Steve discuss James Harden's absence (hamstring) and the importance of him getting reps before the postseason begins, then review Tyrese Haliburton's rookie campaign.

14:40 - Steve gives his perspective on the noise surrounding the Indiana Pacers and head coach Nate Bjorkgren.

33:00 -- Nekias and Steve ask each other their most pressing questions heading into this year's postseason.


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Prepping for the Playoffs

Nekias and Steve change the format this week, opting to ask each other their most pressing questions heading into the postseason.

The Dunker Spot: Prepping for the playoffs

Roaming the Baseline: Giannis, Matisse Thybulle, Carmelo Anthony, more

Nekias Duncan examines why Marc Gasol is racking up DNPs with the Los Angeles Lakers and whether he should get more minutes.

Why aren't the Lakers playing Marc Gasol more?

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. check in on a few title hopefuls, bounce around the league with general observations, and discuss proper gamewear etiquette. 
TIME STAMPS
3:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the latest injuries around the league, the returns of LaMelo Ball and LeBron James, then evaluate John Wall's season.
19:52 - Nekias and Steve discuss the teams that have impressed them the most as of late.
1:02:25 - Nekias and Steve discuss a couple of teams they have questions about heading into the postseason.
1:20:30 - Nekias and Steve discuss the players that have impressed them as of late.
1:35:05 - Nekias and Steve discuss the rookies that have caught their eyes.
1:44:10 - Nekias and Steve answer questions from their weekly mailbag. If you would like to send in a question, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.
2:03:00 - Nekias and Steve bounce around the league with their Free Throw segment.

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Contender Check-Ins and Weekly Observations

Nekias and Steve on a few title hopefuls, bounce around the league with general observations, and discuss proper gamewear etiquette. 

The Dunker Spot: Contender Check-Ins and Weekly Observations

With rookie sensation LaMelo Ball set to return to the lineup soon, Nekias Duncan breaks down what he brings to the table.

LaMelo Ball is back: How the rookie's return impacts the Hornets

In Nekias Duncan's weekly notebook, he shares things that have caught his eye. He breaks down players, teams, plays, stats, etc.

Roaming the Baseline: DeMar DeRozan, Darius Garland, Joe Ingles, more

D'Angelo Russell has been rolling since he returned from injury. Nekias Duncan breaks down how he's been so successful.

D'Angelo Russell is fitting right in

Nekias and Steve discuss the latest injuries, the returns of Anthony Davis and Jaren Jackson Jr, and their weekly NBA observations.

The Dunker Spot: Win Streaks and Weekly Observations

Nekias is a fan of tall passers, switch-y bigs, and Spain pick-and-rolls. He’s always here to remind you that the best way to beat a switch is with a slip.  He has written for Bleacher Report, SB Nation, Dime, Five Reasons Sports and Miami Heat Beat. Nekias is a writer and podcaster for BasketballNews.com. You can follow him on Twitter at @NekiasNBA.