Dunc'd On Basketball NBA Podcast

Nate and Danny dive deep into the Oklahoma City Thunder’s evolving cap situation following extensions for Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren, analyzing the trade-offs and future implications. They then break down recent NBA news including Herb Jones’ extension in New Orleans, the mechanics behind Jaren Jackson Jr.’s renegotiation in Memphis. The duo also surveys the restricted free agent market for players like Jonathan Kuminga and Josh Giddey, and closes with a round of WATFOs for the coming season. Timestamps: Thunder lock in Jalen Williams on a max rookie extension. 0:40 Holmgren’s max and whether OKC could’ve negotiated harder. 2:58 Comparing Holmgren’s résumé to other rookie max recipients. 4:42 Evaluating OKC’s future cap crunch and team-building constraints. 7:17 Potential trade candidates to relieve Thunder luxury pressure. 10:07 Caruso’s extension and long-term value. 11:09 Strategic tradeoffs for the Thunder to stay under the second apron. 12:58 Jaren Jackson Jr.’s renegotiation via Cole Anthony buyout. 15:50 Memphis waives and stretches Anthony; he lands in Milwaukee. 17:18 Cole Anthony’s fit with the Bucks. 18:51 Herb Jones’ extension: Value and future tradability. 19:53 Dom Barlow and Philly’s two-way depth. 21:58 Isaiah Jackson gets 3 years, $21M from Indiana. 22:57 Isiah Jackson’s injury history and contract structure. 23:59 Comparing Jackson’s deal to past backup center contracts. 26:22 Fred VanVleet named NBPA president. 27:01 Players are not getting squeezed by the new CBA. 27:48 What’s left in free agency? Top RFAs and Horford watch. 29:17 Jonathan Kuminga’s market and Warriors cap math. 30:32 Quentin Grimes’ with Philadelphia. 33:10 Cam Thomas’ likely value and deal structure. 34:33 Josh Giddey’s extension outlook with Chicago. 35:04 WAFTOs: 37:46 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM [http://duncdon.supportingcast.fm/join] You can get 35% off a year membership to Dunc'd On Prime in honor of the legendary Mock Offseason episode with code mockoffseason2025 [https://duncdon.supportingcast.fm/mock-offseason/?sc_promo=mockoffseason2025]. Subscribe on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/NateDuncan] to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs [https://supportingcast.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=dccd41580f4391a31c00ca695&id=52b46b92ee] with all the major topics around the league twice a week.

Nate and Danny break down a fascinating trade involving John Collins and Norman Powell.  Why did the Clippers get so little for Powell, and what does this portend as a next move? Plus, where does this steal of Powell put the Heat? Then, we find out what’s actually on paper in a lot of these reported contracts from the moratorium, the Grizzlies make their own puzzling trade, the Bucks fill out their roster, and more. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM [http://duncdon.supportingcast.fm/join] You can get 35% off a year membership to Dunc'd On Prime in honor of the legendary Mock Offseason episode with code mockoffseason2025 [https://duncdon.supportingcast.fm/mock-offseason/?sc_promo=mockoffseason2025]. Subscribe on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/NateDuncan] to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs [https://supportingcast.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=dccd41580f4391a31c00ca695&id=52b46b92ee] with all the major topics around the league twice a week.

Day 1 of NBA free agency brought a whirlwind of moves and major implications for the salary cap going forward. Nate and Danny begin with an in-depth discussion of the NBA’s projected cap growth slowing from 10% to 7% and its long-term ripple effects. They then analyze the Nuggets’ blockbuster trade of Michael Porter Jr. for Cam Johnson and Bruce Brown’s return. Multiple teams made aggressive depth plays or faced key departures, while others laid the groundwork for future cap space. Every major signing and roster shift from the day is covered in a team-by-team format. Denver Nuggets: Cam Johnson, Bruce Brown – 00:07:04 Brooklyn Nets: Michael Porter Jr. – 00:27:30 Houston Rockets: Dorian Finney-Smith, Clint Capela – 00:32:33 Los Angeles Lakers: Jake LaRavia – 00:47:29 Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM [http://duncdon.supportingcast.fm/join] You can get 35% off a year membership to Dunc'd On Prime in honor of the legendary Mock Offseason episode with code mockoffseason2025 [https://duncdon.supportingcast.fm/mock-offseason/?sc_promo=mockoffseason2025]. Subscribe on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/NateDuncan] to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs [https://supportingcast.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=dccd41580f4391a31c00ca695&id=52b46b92ee] with all the major topics around the league twice a week.

Nate and Danny break down the biggest news on the eve of free agency, including LeBron James finding another bump in the road in LA, Malik Beasley’s legal troubles suddenly making the Pistons interesting players in free agency, the Rockets locking up Jabari Smith, Jr., a surprising Jazz/Hornets trade, and an even more surprising buyout of Deandre Ayton. Plus, we recap all the option and qualifying offer decisions of note and set the table for tomorrow. Setting the stage for free agency and nostalgia for midnight July 1st signings. 0:00 LeBron James opts in—what does it mean for his future and the Lakers’ strategy? 1:45 Interpreting Rich Paul’s statement and how LeBron's decision gives him trade flexibility. 2:20 The Lakers' approach to asset management and competing timelines with Luka. 6:45 Why LeBron might have more control through opting in vs free agency. 9:00 Evaluating the odds of LeBron finishing 25-26 with the Lakers. 11:00 Kyrie Irving ACL return—odds and considerations for 25-26. 14:06 Dorian Finney-Smith declines option; what are the Lakers’ options to bring him back? 16:53 Houston's cap situation and fit for DFS. 18:56 Jabari Smith Jr.'s extension—terms, upside for Rockets, and long-term implications. 21:51 How Jabari’s deal affects Houston’s trade flexibility and potential star trades. 25:56 Julius Randle's new 2+1 deal in Minnesota—fit, cap impact, and comparison to Towns. 30:21 Malik Beasley under federal investigation—what it means for the Pistons. 35:28 Detroit’s shifting cap space plans and options on the wing. 38:04 Nikhil Alexander-Walker’s market and potential destinations. 39:49 Simone Fontecchio’s trade market. 40:51 James Harden’s new 1+1 contract with partial guarantee—structure and implications. 41:32 Sam Amick reports LeBron and Lakers didn’t discuss extensions—what does it mean? 47:16 Utah sends Collin Sexton to Charlotte for Jusuf Nurkic—trade analysis. 48:00 Why Utah made the move and what it means for their tanking effort. 50:00 Sexton's fit in Charlotte and how this impacts their offseason approach. 55:04 Deandre Ayton bought out in Portland—next steps and potential suitors. 58:00 Ranking Ayton among free agent centers. 1:00:30 Bobby Portis re-signs in Milwaukee—value analysis and cap context. 1:01:21 Option decisions around the league: Jaylin Williams (OKC), Moe Wagner, Caleb Houstan, and others. 1:06:13 Tribute to Bojan Bogdanović as he retires. 1:10:00 OKC’s Jaylin Williams deal—cap impact and backup center fit. 1:11:39 Quentin Grimes seeking $25M annually—what’s his market? 1:27:29 Duncan Robinson declines ETO—what are Miami’s options now? 1:31:27 Wrap-up and preview of Day 1 of free agency. 1:34:00   Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM [http://duncdon.supportingcast.fm/join] You can get 35% off a year membership to Dunc'd On Prime in honor of the legendary Mock Offseason episode with code mockoffseason2025 [https://duncdon.supportingcast.fm/mock-offseason/?sc_promo=mockoffseason2025]. Subscribe on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/NateDuncan] to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs [https://supportingcast.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=dccd41580f4391a31c00ca695&id=52b46b92ee] with all the major topics around the league twice a week.

Nate and Danny break down every single trade and every single pick of the First Round in a 2 hour extravaganza. They give preliminary evaluations on each player drafted and discuss their winners and losers of the night. Plus, they hit on the biggest news outside of the draft, including Kyrie Irving and Fred VanVleet reaching new contract agreements with Dallas and Houston. Join Dunc’d On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FM [http://duncdon.supportingcast.fm/join] You can get 35% off a year membership to Dunc'd On Prime in honor of the legendary Mock Offseason episode with code mockoffseason2025 [https://duncdon.supportingcast.fm/mock-offseason/?sc_promo=mockoffseason2025]. Subscribe on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/NateDuncan] to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see watch this free pod twice a week. Or, sign up for our FREE mailing list to get Dan Feldman's Daily Duncs [https://supportingcast.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=dccd41580f4391a31c00ca695&id=52b46b92ee] with all the major topics around the league twice a week.