Above The Rim NBA Podcast
228 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 71 ratingsJustin aka JusBlaze hosts a weekly entertaining and informative show tackling the NBA landscape while featuring guests giving their opinions. If you want quality NBA hoops talk that will make you laugh & yell right at your headphones, tune in!
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Episodes
Ep 220: The Disrespect
March 07, 2024 22:00 - 50 minutes - 115 MBJus is back after a brief hiatus to discuss the last quarter of the NBA season in full swing. -Upcoming player milestones -Is Wemby the ROY AND DPOY? -Jus is tired of the Jayson Tatum mvp disrespect! -Paolo Banchero is a top 5 player in the Eastern conference. -News around the NBA Share your thoughts in the comments! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Po...
Ep 219: Locked Up
November 22, 2023 19:00 - 48 minutes - 111 MBThe NBA is off to a solid start after 10+ games for each team so far. Jus is back to discuss his thoughts around the association: -The In-Season Tournament is pretty good, stop hating! -Draymond Green suspended 5 games, too much or too little? -It's time for a GS Warriors starting lineup change. -James Harden on the Clippers, less is more? -ROY Race: Wemby or Chet Holmgren? -Giving flowers to a few guys balling in the association! -Zach Lavine is available for a trade. -Deni Avdija's com...
Ep 218: Coppin or Droppin V3
October 23, 2023 21:30 - 54 minutes - 124 MBATR family, the season is just about ready to tip off! Jus is joined by friend of the show Domo to preview the season the only way they know how, 'Coppin or Droppin' style! The fellas discuss: -The loss of Bruce Brown on the Nuggets. -Will Victor Wembanyama be an all-star in year 1? -Will James Harden stay in a 76ers uniform all season? -Is the Phoenix Suns offense the best in the league? -Chris Paul could end up being the best offseason pickup. -Anthony Davis wants to play all 82 game...
Ep 217: Bread & Buttah
October 11, 2023 20:00 - 42 minutes - 96.9 MBThe preseason is finally here so that could only mean one thing, the NBA has returned! Jus is back to discuss his thoughts on the blockbuster Damian Lillard to the Milwaukee Bucks trade and other news around the NBA. -How will Dame fit in Milwaukee with Giannis? Who is the 1st option? -Jrue Holiday to the Boston Celtics makes them formidable, but how much better? -Pat Riley fumbled for the Miami Heat. -Will Deandre Ayton eat in Portland? -The James Harden/76ers fiasco is getting out of h...
Ep 216: FIBA WORLD | Will Team USA Win Gold?
August 26, 2023 17:00 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBJus is back to discuss: -The In-season tournament, good or bad idea? -Discussing the team USA roster, is it good enough to win gold? -Who will lead team USA in scoring? -LeBron James getting his jersey retired in LA. AD gets his extension. -Ben Simmons is "as healthy as ever"? LOL time will tell. Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @abovetherim...
Ep 215: Flea Agency V2 (West)
August 16, 2023 21:00 - 37 minutes - 84.7 MBJusBlaze is back to recap a busy free agency in the Western conference. The west has turned into the best once again as many teams look to make moves. But how good were each of those moves? All we know is that the west will be a bloodbath ALL season. Jus goes through every team in the West with his FLEA agency grades... Teams discussed in order: -Denver Nuggets -Houston Rockets -GS Warriors -Phoenix Suns -LA Clippers -LA Lakers -Memphis Grizzlies -SA Spurs -Dallas Mavericks -Minnesota Timber...
Ep 214: Flea Agency V2 (East)
August 08, 2023 21:00 - 40 minutes - 93.3 MBJus is back to recap a strange free agency in the Eastern conference. There hasn't been a blockbuster deal yet, but marginal improvements to some teams in the East will end up shaking up the standings next season. Jus goes through every team in the East with his flea agency grades... Team discussed in order: -Boston Celtics -Milwaukee Bucks -Brooklyn Nets -Philadelphia 76ers -NY Knicks -Miami Heat -Orlando Magic -Chicago Bulls -Cleveland Cavaliers -Detroit Pistons -Indiana Pacers -Atlanta Ha...
Ep 213: Friend or Foe
June 27, 2023 19:00 - 28 minutes - 65.1 MBChris Paul got traded to where??? To be teammates with who?? Jus is in disbelief as CP3 has been traded to the GS Warriors for Jordan Poole... This ep he discusses: -How the Chris Paul/Steph Curry backcourt will work. -Why the GS Warriors are a much better team after giving up Poole for Cp3. -Who will benefit the most from Cp3 being on the roster. -Devin Booker's new role with Bradley Beal on board. -The Porzingis/Smart/Jones deal is a win/win/win for all teams. What do you think about Chris...
Ep 212: The New Era
June 26, 2023 14:07 - 43 minutes - 99.9 MBThis episode Jus is joined by host of the "Off The Ball Podcast", Chris Lebron ( @OffTheBallPod). The fellas discuss all things NBA draft: -Victor Wemby is finally a Spur, will he become an all-star in year 1? -Is Wemby really the most hyped prospect ever or are they dragging it? -Did the Hornets make a mistake in picking Brandon Miller over Scoot Henderson? -Is Scoot Henderson enough to push Damian Lillard out of Portland? -Which teams won the NBA draft? -Who are the draft day sleepers? Tun...
Ep 211: Continuity Is Key
June 19, 2023 15:00 - 47 minutes - 109 MBJustin is rolling solo this Ep to cover a plethora of headlines surrounding the NBA including: -Congrats the Denver Nuggets on winning the championship. -Where does Nikola Jokic rank all-time? -What happened to Jimmy Butler in the finals? -Quick reaction on Bradley Beal to the Phoenix Suns. -Ja Morant & Zion in the news for the wrong reasons. -Victor Wembanyama, Scoot Henderson are the prize. -Top 5 offseason questions. Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch h...
Ep 210: Miami Heat vs Denver Nuggets NBA Finals Breakdown
June 01, 2023 20:00 - 37 minutes - 86.5 MBJus is rolling solo to give his thoughts & breakdown the NBA Finals! The final round is finally here between the Heat & Nuggets, two unlikely teams facing off one last time for the trophy. -How did these 2 teams get here.. -Does any team have a legitimate edge? -Who steps up more, Jokic or Butler? -Series x-factors, most important matchups & key storylines to look out for! Who do you have winning the NBA finals? Lets us know! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purc...
Ep 209: Change Is Coming!
May 22, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 145 MBThis episode Jus is joined by Phoenix Suns insider & co-host of the "Coast To Coast" pod, Flex (@FlexFromJersey). The Phoenix Suns season has ended in disappointing fashion for two years in a row. With falling short of expectations, change is always right around the corner. This Ep the fellas discuss: -What went wrong in the Suns/Nuggets series? Could KD & Booker have done more? -Phoenix Suns coaching search, who are the top names & which direction should they go in? -Deandre Ayton's future...
Ep 208 Pt 2: Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics ECF Preview
May 17, 2023 17:00 - 17 minutes - 40 MBJus is rolling solo to give his thoughts on the Miami Heat/Boston Celtics ECF series! This is the third time in 4 seasons these two teams will meet in the ECF. Who has the edge going into tonight's G1? Will Miami's 3pt shooting carry over to this series? Has Boston solved it's inconsistency problem? Which team will win the physicality battle? Which team is mentally tougher for this series? Coach Spo is the best in the NBA, can Mazulla compete coaching wise? Jimmy Butler or Jayson Tatum, who ...
EP 208 Pt 1: LA Lakers vs Denver Nuggets WCF Preview
May 16, 2023 17:51 - 22 minutes - 51 MBJus is rolling solo to give his thoughts on the LA Lakers/Denver Nuggets WCF series! Who has the edge going into tonights G1? Is Anthony Davis or Jokic the best player in the series? Lebron James could go off this series. How the Lakers defend Jokic, will they double or not? The Nuggets supporting cast have been excellent from 3. Will Darvin Ham make the proper adjustments? Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze...
EP 207 Pt 4: Who Has The Edge In A 76ers/Celtics Best Of 3 Series?
May 09, 2023 23:09 - 10 minutes - 25 MBJus is rolling solo this Ep to give his thoughts on the 76ers/Celtics series! Who has the edge going into tonights game? Will the Celtics rebound after a tough loss? Which James Harden will show up? Is Embiid too injured to be the "MVP"? Both Tatum and Brown need to takeover! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @abovetherimpodcast Feedback VM...
EP 207 Pt 3: Who Has The Edge In The Suns/Nuggets Series?
May 09, 2023 16:49 - 13 minutes - 31.8 MBJus is rolling solo this Ep to give his thoughts on the Suns/Nuggets series! Who has the edge going into tonights game? Has Monty turned the corner and realized to play his bench? Devin Booker can't be stopped in this series. Jokic masterclass on Ayton. Legendary KD game on the way? We want to hear your thoughts below! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim P...
Ep 207 Pt 2: Who Has The Edge In The Lakers/Warriors Series?
May 08, 2023 20:36 - 10 minutes - 24.5 MBJus is rolling solo this Ep to give his thoughts on the LA Lakers/GS Warriors series. Who has the edge going into tonights game? Is Anthony Davis the best player in the series? Lebron James playing off-ball has been good for him. What game will Steph be Steph? Can the Warriors overcome their turnover habit? We want to hear your thoughts below! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB &...
Ep 207 Pt 1: Can The NY Knicks Withstand The Miami Heat Wave?
May 08, 2023 15:35 - 8 minutes - 19.8 MBJus is rolling solo this ep to give his thoughts on the NY Knicks/Miami Heat series. Are the Knicks done? Will the Heat put their stamp on the series? We want to hear your thoughts below! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @abovetherimpodcast Feedback VM #: 908.718.1592 Email: [email protected] For everything ATR click here: ...
Ep 207 Pt 1: Can The NY Knicks Withstand The Miami Heat wave?
May 08, 2023 15:35 - 8 minutes - 19.8 MBJus is rolling solo this ep to give his thoughts on the NY Knicks/Miami Heat series. Are the Knicks done? Will the Heat put their stamp on the series? We want to hear your thoughts below! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @abovetherimpodcast Feedback VM #: 908.718.1592 Email: [email protected] For everything ATR click here: ...
Ep 206: Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics Series Preview
May 01, 2023 21:49 - 7 minutes - 16.5 MBJus is rolling solo this ep to give you a 76ers vs Celtics playoff series preview! His thoughts on how each team matches up, what he's looking out for & series x-factors! Who you got in a 76ers/Celtics series? Who is your x-factor for the series? How much does Embiid's health affect the outcome? We want to hear your thoughts below! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above...
Ep 205: NY Knicks vs Miami Heat Series Preview
April 29, 2023 15:30 - 11 minutes - 27.4 MBJus is rolling solo this ep to give you a Suns/Nuggets playoff series preview! His thoughts on how each team matches up, what he's looking out for & series x-factors! Who you got in a Suns/Nuggets series? Who is your x-factor for the series? We want to hear your thoughts! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @abovetherimpodcast Feedback VM #: ...
Ep 204: Phoenix Suns vs Denver Nuggets Series Preview
April 28, 2023 21:22 - 11 minutes - 27 MBJus is rolling solo this ep to give you a Suns/Nuggets playoff series preview! His thoughts on how each team matches up, what he's looking out for & series x-factors! Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @abovetherimpodcast Feedback VM #: 908.718.1592 Email: [email protected] For everything ATR click here: https://linktr.ee/above...
Ep 203: Infirmary
April 26, 2023 16:06 - 1 hour - 177 MBThis episode Jus is joined by host of “The Real Deal”, Damian Adams (@TheRealDealwDA). The NBA playoffs are in full swing and the fellas discuss: -Is is time for the New Orleans Pelicans to look at Zion Williamson trade offers? -How injuries have affected these playoffs. -Jus & Damian give their takeaways from EVERY 1st round series! Order: Warriors/Kings Suns/Clippers Knicks/Cavs Lakers/Grizzlies Bucks/Heat 76ers/Nets Celtics/Hawks Nuggets/TWolves Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To suppo...
Ep 202: No Excuses
April 13, 2023 14:00 - 47 minutes - 108 MBTHE NBA PLAYOFFS HAVE BEGUN! Jus is rolling solo to give you a mega playoff preview! Discussed this ep: -Kyrie & Luka eliminated from the playoffs... EMBARRASSING -Rudy Gobert making dumb decisions -NBA play-in tourney thoughts.. -Breaking down each playoff series discussing what he's watching out for, x-factors & predictions. -Suns vs Clippers (12:20) -Warriors vs Kings (19:35) -Grizzlies vs Lakers (25:50) -Nuggets vs 8th seed (29:40) -Knicks vs Cavs (32:05) -76ers vs Nets (36:15) -Celtics ...
ATR Season Awards!
April 11, 2023 15:07 - 9 minutes - 22.6 MBThe regular season is over & it's time for Jus to give the ATR season awards! All-NBA & individual awards were extremely tough this year but we had to get it done.. Let us know in the comments which one's you agree or disagree with! Who's on your All-NBA team? Who won your awards ballot? Playoff preview EP coming soon... Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim...
Ep 201: LeParity
April 05, 2023 17:00 - 55 minutes - 128 MBThis episode Jus is joined by Coach David Thorpe (@Coachthorpe). Co-host of "TrueHoop Tv" & author of "Basketball is Jazz: Stories and Lessons From a Basketball Lifer". The fellas have an in-depth convo on a multitude of topics including: -Kyrie Irving's future in Dallas. Is it over if the Mavs don't make the playoffs? -Discussing the new CBA agreement. Is the 65 game minimum enough? In- season tourney? -In the year of "parity", is there actually a favorite? -More important factor this playo...
Ep 200: Parade Inside My City
March 29, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes - 115 MBEPISODE 200! Thank you all for rocking with ATR for 200 episodes! Jus is rolling solo this episode discussing: -Ja Morant has returned. But who's REALLY the key for a Memphis Grizzlies run. -Kevin Durant returns for the Phoenix Suns, but there is one major concern about the team. -Jus is filling out his Sacramento Kings apology form! -LeBron James is back, will it matter? -Ben Simmons is done for the season & Jus is pissed! -Questions & VM's from the ATR family! Tune in & drop that 5 star re...
Ep 199: Bull-Ish
March 15, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 148 MBThis episode Jus is joined by Big Dave (@BawlSports) from the "BAWL! On Bulls" & the "CHGO" pod. The fellas discuss: -The state of the current MVP race. -Has the MVP award lost it's significance over the last few years? -Dissecting the Chicago Bulls season. -Is it over for the pairing of Lavine & Derozan at the end of this year? -Pump the brakes on the "pat bev effect". -Do Bulls fans regret losing Lauri Markkanen? -Will the Bulls make the playoffs? Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To sup...
Ep 198: Stressed
March 08, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 91.4 MBJus is back again rolling solo this episode discussing how stressful the season has quickly become. Topics include: -Ja Morant suspended. Can the Memphis Grizzlies hold on to their #2 seed? -The NY Knicks are the hottest team in the league! -Kevin Durant is fitting in seamlessly in Phoenix.. -The Dallas Mavericks need to tighten up. -The Brooklyn Nets have to push the pace. -Can Anthony Davis lead the Lakers to at least a play-in berth? -Damian Lillard is one of the best scorers of all-time!...
Ep 197: War Ready
February 25, 2023 12:00 - 23 minutes - 53.9 MBJus is rolling solo this episode discussing: -Russell Westbrook going from LA to LA. How does he fit with the Clippers? -Kevin Love to the Miami Heat, is this enough? -Lonzo Ball shutdown/ Jacque Vaughn extended. -LeBron James said these last 23 games could be the most important of his career. -The Philadelphia 76ers might be the wildcard of the East (again). Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusbl...
How Kevin Durant's Arrival Will Affect The Phoenix Suns
February 23, 2023 18:00 - 51 minutes - 118 MBJus is joined by PHNX Suns lead writer Gerald Bourguet (@GeraldBourguet) for an all Phoenix Suns discussion on Kevin Durant joining Devin Booker, Chris Paul and Deandre Ayton in the valley for a championship run. This ep the fellas discuss: -How WEAK all-star weekend in Utah was. -The scene at the Kevin Durant introductory press conference. -Who has to make the biggest adjustments on the Phoenix Suns now? -Who should the 5th starter be? Rotation adjustments.. -Do the Suns have to create a new...
Ep 196: The Streets Is Up!
February 15, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 102 MBJus is rolling solo this episode covering all of the NBA deadline acquisitions: -Who are the losers of the NBA trade deadline? -Kevin Durant traded to the Phoenix Suns! -The Brooklyn Nets still have a playoff caliber team! -Can the LA Lakers make a run to the playoffs with these new acquisitions? -T-Wolves, LA Clippers, Nuggets loading up. -Thoughts on Kyrie/Luka's first action together. Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Twit...
Ep 195: Yesterday's Price
February 08, 2023 08:30 - 1 hour - 152 MBThis episode Jus is joined by Wole (@)Wole_USS) from 'The Urban Sports Scene' show to discuss: -All-Star reserves selected, were the coaches trippin? Who are the snubs? -Kyrie Irving's trade demand. (He got traded during the recording!) -Lebron James breaking Kareem's scoring record! -Where do YOU rank Lebron as an all-time scorer? -Washington Wizards discussion, what direction are they headed? Tune in & drop that 5 star review! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerc...
Kyrie Irving Traded To The Dallas Mavericks!
February 06, 2023 12:00 - 5 minutes - 11.7 MBWhile recording a brand new episode, a bomb was dropped mid-record! Kyrie Irving traded to the Dallas Mavericks for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith & draft picks. Jus discusses his thoughts on the new look Mavs, how Kyrie & Luka Doncic will fit together and if the Brooklyn Nets are trippin for making this deal! Who won the trade, Mavs or Nets? Are the Mavs now contenders in the West? Let me know in the comments! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Tune in ...
Ep 194: Squabble
January 27, 2023 09:00 - 41 minutes - 95.8 MBJus is rolling solo this episode covering a bunch of NBA topics including: -Uncle Shay ready to put the paws on the Memphis Grizzlies. -Lakers trade for Rui Hachimura... Can they make a run? -Year 20 Lebron is on a mission. -Is it time to worry about the Milwaukee Bucks? -The New York Knicks have their all-star pg in Jalen Brunson. -Ben Simmons wants NO parts of stepping up in KD's absence. -Are the Philadelphia 76ers a trustworthy contender? -Does anyone fear the Nuggets in the West? -Trad...
EP 193: Coppin' Or Droppin' V2
January 02, 2023 08:45 - 48 minutes - 111 MBThis episode Jus is joined by friends of the show Domo & Reem (@LetsTalkHoopsTv). The fellas are back for another round of 'Coppin or Droppin' where Jus is throwing some hot takes & the fellas must respond. Some of the topics discussed: -Are the Brooklyn Nets the most slept on team in the NBA? -Jimmy Butler says the Miami Heat are the most disrespected team in the league. -Have the Hawks have already reached their ceiling with Trae Young? -Are the Lakers done? -Are the Denver Nuggets the wild...
Ep 192: The Quarter Water Awards
December 22, 2022 08:30 - 42 minutes - 96.4 MBJus is rolling solo this episode to give out the first edition of his quarterly awards! This ep he dicusses: -Steph Curry hurt, can the Warriors survive? -Anthony Davis is out for an extended period, the beginning of the end for the Lakers? -Rob Williams & Kemba Walker is back. -NYC runs the NBA world right now. Nets & Knicks streaking. -The Orlando Magic heard the bird call last ep. -Don't sleep on the Phoenix Suns! -Raptors & Bulls are the 2 most disappointing teams. -Handing out the 1Q ...
Ep 191: Blue Magic
November 30, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 171 MBThis episode JusBlaze is joined by Teddy D (@Teddy_D_) from 'The Why Not' pod to discuss: -Anthony Davis resurgence.. Is Lebron now a 'complimentary piece'? -Season outlook for the Orlando Magic -The #1 pick Paolo Banchero is the truth! Best rookie since___? -Bol Bol is the people's champ... Victor who? -Has Ben Simmons turned the corner? -The Sacramento Kings are winning. Do we believe in the 'Beam Team'? -The Celtics are quietly dominating. Tune in & drop that 5 star review! For links to e...
Ep 190: 'Don't Sleep'
November 18, 2022 12:11 - 39 minutes - 90.3 MBThe NBA season is in full swing already with plenty of disappointments & overachieving. Are these trends forreal? Jus is back for a solo ep discussing which players & teams in the NBA that the general public should stop sleeping on. -Are the Blazers/Cavs/Jazz legit? -The Bk Nets playing good basketball w/o Nash. -Lakers/Warriors have been disappointing to say the least. -The Knicks/Heat look average. -Debuting the 'All No-Sleep' team. Jus discusses a few teams/players killing it under the ...
Ep 189: The Hot Seat
November 08, 2022 11:40 - 1 hour - 148 MBThe NBA is finally in full swing so you know there is never a shortage of drama in the league. This episode JusBlaze is joined by Zak Noble (@Zaknoble) from the "Noble & Roosh" pod to discuss: -Lakers or Knicks, who will have the better season? -Will Doc Rivers last the season as head coach for the 76ers? -Do the 76ers need more or less of James Harden in order to reach their team goals? -Steve Nash finally fired! Udoka in next? -The Gobert/Kat experiment is a flop? -The Phoenix Suns & Milwau...
Ep 189: 'The Hot Seat'
November 08, 2022 11:40 - 1 hour - 148 MBThe NBA is finally in full swing so you know there is never a shortage of drama in the league. This episode JusBlaze is joined by Zak Noble (@Zaknoble) from the "Noble & Roosh" pod to discuss: -Lakers or Knicks, who will have the better season? -Will Doc Rivers last the season as head coach for the 76ers? -Do the 76ers need more or less of James Harden in order to reach their team goals? -Steve Nash finally fired! Udoka in next? -The Gobert/Kat experiment is a flop? -The Phoenix Suns & Milwau...
Ep 188: Burning Questions Pt 2 (East)
October 19, 2022 09:00 - 36 minutes - 82.8 MBEscobar season has returned! We are finally back for the start of the 2022-2023 NBA season & the streets are hype! Jus is running solo this episode to give you an in-depth eastern conference season preview. He runs through every east team and asks some burning questions that have been on his mind.. To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Tune in & drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The Rim Podcast" TikTok: @ab...
Ep 187: Burning Questions Pt 1 (West)
October 18, 2022 13:58 - 35 minutes - 82 MBEscobar season has returned! We are finally back for the start of the 2022-2023 NBA season & the streets are hype! Jus is running solo this episode to give you an in-depth western conference season preview. He runs through every west team and asks some burning questions that have been on his mind.. Tune in to hear him go off! To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Tune in & drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above The ...
Ep 186: 'The NDA'
October 05, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 167 MBThis episode Jus is joined once again by Reemo (@LetsTalkHoopsTv). The fellas recap all of the media day shenanigans & early preseason chatter. Nothing short of the usual NBA drama to kick off the early season: -The Ime Udoka fallout. How will this affect the Celtics players? -KD & Kyrie had alot to say during media day, are the Nets all in? -The Lakers PR team is doing a helluva job, are we believing this 'chemistry'? -The Phoenix Suns seem to be disjointed, Ayton & Crowder have an attitude....
Ep 185: Flee Agency
September 02, 2022 15:04 - 1 hour - 138 MBAfter a brief hiatus, Jus is back to recap a very strange free agency. Even though Kevin Durant didn't get moved, there were still other deals that went down which will impact the league. A few teams got better, a few teams stood pat, and a few teams are TBD. Jus goes through all of the notable transactions with reviews & reacts to them all. To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Tune in & drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Yo...
Ep 185: Flea Agency
September 02, 2022 15:04 - 1 hour - 138 MBAfter a brief hiatus, Jus is back to recap a very strange free agency. Even though Kevin Durant didn't get moved, there were still other deals that went down which will impact the league. A few teams got better, a few teams stood pat, and a few teams are TBD. Jus goes through all of the notable transactions with reviews & reacts to them all. To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Tune in & drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & You...
Ep 184: Petty Crocker
June 22, 2022 07:30 - 1 hour - 167 MBThis episode Jus is joined by Wole (@Wole_USS @UrbanSportScene) from the "Urban Sports Scene" show. Congrats to the Golden St Warriors on winning the NBA title but the series was far from a classic. The fellas discuss the following: -How GS ripped the title away from the Celtics. Was the moment too big for them? -Where do we rank this GS title out of the 4? -Is Steph Curry top 10 all-time? We discuss our top 10. -Did Jayson Tatum deserve all that slander for his play in the finals? -Kyrie mi...
Ep 183: LeFinale
June 02, 2022 12:12 - 30 minutes - 69.4 MBJus is riding solo this ep discussing the NBA Finals. The last series of the year and it looks as if we are going to have a good battle. Two evenly matched teams, players & coaches all getting ready to battle it out for the championship. Celtics or Warriors, who you got? This NBA finals preview Jus is discussing all of the key matchups, who needs to step up on both sides, how the main stars NEED to perform & who will get it done when it matters most. To support the show, purchase merch here...
Ep 182: Sun Kissed
May 18, 2022 16:30 - 37 minutes - 85.4 MBJus is riding solo this ep because he is pissed off!!! The Phoenix Suns had an epic collapse in a G7 to the Dallas Mavericks and it's time to call out everybody! Addressing the team, Book, Ayton, Bridges & Cp for their disappearance which was unacceptable. Pat Bev's hater comments, the Suns future & the WCF were also addressed. To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmerch Tune in & drop that 5 star review! Twitter: @Jusblaze_513 IG: @Jusblaze513 FB & Youtube: "Above Th...
Ep 181: JAYSON BUTLER
May 18, 2022 00:10 - 57 minutes - 132 MBThis episode Jus is joined by host of the UpNFlamezPod, Mo Murphy (@Mo_Cheese15). The ECF between the Miami Heat & the Boston Celtics will be a defensive battle of epic proportions! Mo & Jus are here to break down the entire series... -Who are the x-factors of the series? -Which #2 option will perform better? -Udoka vs Spo, who wins the coaching batte -Tatum vs Butler, who wins the premiere individual matchup? -Series predictions To support the show, purchase merch here: http://bit.ly/atrmer...