Ball is Bae NBA Podcast
132 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsBall is Bae NBA Podcast is India's largest NBA podcast. Hosted by Ashwin and Vineet, the Podcast combines their love for the beautiful game with their need to voice an opinion, and talk about things no one talks about. Vineet is a huge Spurs fan, and Ashwin resents any word which rhymes with long term loyalty. They have both been caught on camera being wrong about their predictions, and right about calling each other out over the other's wrong prediction.
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410: Of Donaghy, GOAT, and Moses with NBA Ref Ronnie Nunn
March 15, 2021 12:15 - 43 minutes - 35 MBIn this episode of the often duelled #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we continue talking to Ronnie Nunn, ex-NBA referee about the Tim Donaghy refereeing scandal that hit the league in 2008, about who gets his vote between Kareem and MJ for GOAT, and how underdiscussed the great Moses Malone is in today's NBA. (00:37) – Ronnie talks about the Tim Donaghy refereeing scandal (06:25) – Ronnie talks about Kareem vs MJ for GOAT status (19:33) – Ronnie talks about who got hit more in their career, MJ or Sha...
409: Of Ronnie, Steve, and Technicals with NBA Ref Ronnie Nunn
March 10, 2021 16:30 - 47 minutes - 41.4 MBIn this episode of the often scheduled #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to former NBA Referee Ronnie Nunn about his experience calling fouls on the greats, about how he thinks it's easier to ref in today's NBA, and how calling 'soft' technicals was a marketing decision by the NBA. (09:20) – Ronnie's intro to refereeing (14:57) – Ronnie talks about 80s NBA, and differences from today (18:19) – Ronnie talks about the concept of worst reffed games in the NBA (27:08) – Ronnie talks about how he ma...
409: Of Ronnie, Steve, and Technicals
March 10, 2021 16:30 - 47 minutes - 41.4 MBIn this episode of the often scheduled #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to former NBA Referee Ronnie Nunn about his experience calling fouls on the greats, about how he thinks it's easier to ref in today's NBA, and how calling 'soft' technicals was a marketing decision by the NBA. (09:20) – Ronnie's intro to refereeing (14:57) – Ronnie talks about 80s NBA, and differences from today (18:19) – Ronnie talks about the concept of worst reffed games in the NBA (27:08) – Ronnie talks about how he ma...
408: Of Luke, Celtics, and Dog Mentality with Luke Mellon
March 03, 2021 23:00 - 59 minutes - 92.4 MBIn this episode of the often loved #BallisBae NBA podcast we have special guest Luke Mellon talk about all the recent struggles with the Boston Celtics, we learn about Reggie Lewis, and discuss why Tatum is most valuable Celtic player today. We find out why Tim Duncan got more snobbish over his career, and how a change in attitude could have made Lebron a more successful basketball player. Check out the podcast at all your podcast listening platforms and follow us @BallisBaePod on Instagram a...
408: Of Luke, Celtics, and Dog Mentality
March 03, 2021 23:00 - 59 minutes - 92.4 MBIn this episode of the often loved #BallisBae NBA podcast we have special guest Luke Mellon talk about all the recent struggles with the Boston Celtics, we learn about Reggie Lewis, and discuss why Tatum is most valuable Celtic player today. We find out why Tim Duncan got more snobbish over his career, and how a change in attitude could have made Lebron a more successful basketball player. Check out the podcast at all your podcast listening platforms and follow us @BallisBaePod on Instagram a...
407: Of Reserves, Snubs, and Wildcards
February 25, 2021 04:30 - 26 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode of the often late but always fun #BallisBae NBA podcast we discuss the possible all star reserves, we talk about the Dame snub which has now become an annual affair. We debate why Lamelo ball could be an all star reserve and possibly be the running engine for the Hornets. Catch us on all your favorite Podcasting Platforms and let us know in the comments what you want us to discuss next. Please subscribe to us on Youtube and follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/BallisBaeP...
407: Of Reserves, Snubs and Wildcards
February 25, 2021 04:30 - 26 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode of the often late but always fun #BallisBae NBA podcast we discuss the possible all star reserves, we talk about the Dame snub which has now become an annual affair. We debate why Lamelo ball could be an all star reserve and possibly be the running engine for the Hornets.
406: Of Jojo, Vocality, and Bonkers with Jonathan Rego
February 17, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 34.5 MBIn this episode of the often repeated #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to Jonathan Rego about the vocality of certain NBA MVP aspirants (09:57), about how bonkers it is that Luka Doncic is being vilified at TWENTY ONE (44:22), and whether we all know the different aspects that go into deciding whether or not to hold the All-Star game this year (59:48). Catch us on all your favorite Podcasting Platforms and let us know in the comments what you want us to discuss next. Subscribe to us on Youtube...
406: Of Jojo, Vocality, and Bonkers
February 17, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 34.5 MBIn this episode of the often repeated #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to Jonathan Rego about the vocality of certain NBA MVP aspirants (09:57), about how bonkers it is that Luka Doncic is being vilified at TWENTY ONE (44:22), and whether we all know the different aspects that go into deciding whether or not to hold the All-Star game this year (59:48). Catch us on all your favorite Podcasting Platforms and let us know in the comments what you want us to discuss next. Subscribe to us on Youtube...
405: Of AllStar, Boroughs, and Congruence
February 03, 2021 19:34 - 1 day - 36.2 MBIn this episode of the often voted-for #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to each other about All-Star voting, discuss whether one borough of NYC will vote for another, and how similar thought processes of podcast hosts become after 68 episodes together. Catch us on all your favourite Podcasting Platforms and let us know in the comments what you want us to discuss next. Please subscribe to us on Youtube and follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/BallisBaePod Twitter: Twitter.com/BallisBaePod
404: Of Karan, Brooklyn, and Cursed with Karan Mahdhok of Hoopdarshan
January 21, 2021 20:46 - 49 minutes - 44 MBIn this episode of the often vindicated #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to Karan Madhok about the newest star to land temptingly close to New York City, we discuss if some subtractions are indeed needed for addition, and we talk about gigantic guards who may have overstayed their welcome. Catch us on all your favorite Podcasting Platforms and let us know in the comments what you want us to discuss next.
404: Of Karan, Brooklyn, and Cursed
January 21, 2021 20:46 - 49 minutes - 44 MBIn this episode of the often vindicated #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to Karan Madhok about the newest star to land temptingly close to New York City, we discuss if some subtractions are indeed needed for addition, and we talk about gigantic guards who may have overstayed their welcome. Catch us on all your favorite Podcasting Platforms and let us know in the comments what you want us to discuss next.
403: Of Segment, Diss, and Rescue
January 15, 2021 21:41 - 1 day - 35.1 MBIn this episode of the often waited for #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk about new segment ideas for the Podcast (02:27), about Becky Hammond creating history last week (09:04), Shaq going Insta petty on Rudy Gobert (16:04), and if Zach Lavine needs some sort of rescuing from his situation in Chi town (24:45). We also look at what's good in Philly (30:55) and whether things will hold up even more in that town.
402: Of Dab, Dad, and Despondent
January 03, 2021 14:59 - 2 days - 46 MBIn this episoe of the often mulled over #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to Aditya Pandey of NBA DAB, the biggest fan page for NBA peeps, we talk about Lebron James being a father figure for the entire league and how despondent some of us are feeling for Stephen Wardell Curry. We play this or that with Pandey Ji and enquire about his dopplegangerness with Zion Williamson, which he brings up himself. Catch this episode on Youtube and all your favorite PODCAST platforms and do follow us on @Ball...
S4E01 - Of Openers Order and Oaths
December 20, 2020 21:23 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBIn this episode of the often redesigned #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to each other about the start of the 2021 NBA season, the new formats, and the teams which will rule the roost this time around. We list the top ten teams to watch out for in the year, and we take an oath which will severely impede our ability to deliver on all our oaths. Catch this episode on all your favorite PODCASTING platforms and do subscribe to our Youtube an Instagram page @BallisBaePod
401: Of Openers, Order, and Oaths
December 20, 2020 21:23 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBIn this episode of the often redesigned #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to each other about the start of the 2021 NBA season, the new formats, and the teams which will rule the roost this time around. We list the top ten teams to watch out for in the year, and we take an oath which will severely impede our ability to deliver on all our oaths. Catch this episode on all your favorite PODCASTING platforms and do subscribe to our Youtube an Instagram page @BallisBaePod
S3E26 - Of Whisperer, Winners, and Wayward
December 08, 2020 10:25 - 1 day - 42.2 MBIn this episode of the often discouraged #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk about the amazing trades that went down and how trade whisperers Woj and Shams kept us awake at odd hours of the night. We continue to rank the teams based on who we think won the trades, and in a moment of honest truth, we chastize the Charlotte Hornets for paying Gordon Hayward a ridiculous amount of money which would've been better spent on us, we feel.
326: Of Whisperer, Winners, and Wayward
December 08, 2020 10:25 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode of the often discouraged #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk about the amazing trades that went down and how trade whisperers Woj and Shams kept us awake at odd hours of the night. We continue to rank the teams based on who we think won the trades, and in a moment of honest truth, we chastize the Charlotte Hornets for paying Gordon Hayward a ridiculous amount of money which would've been better spent on us, we feel. Catch this episode ONLY on Youtube unless we give in and upload i...
Ball is Bae - S3E25 - Of Basics Freeloaders and Subdued
November 04, 2020 15:34 - 2 days - 46.2 MBIn this episode of the not-so-often fiddled with #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we get the pod back to its basics by removing all guests, we talk about Freeloaders on championship teams, and discuss how subdued should subdued ring celebrations be anyways. Catch this episode ONLY on Youtube unless we give in an upload it on all podcasting platforms and please please please subscribe to our Youtube and Instagram/Twitter page @BallisBaePod
325: Of Basics Freeloaders and Subdued
November 04, 2020 15:34 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBIn this episode of the not-so-often fiddled with #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we get the pod back to its basics by removing all guests, we talk about Freeloaders on championship teams, and discuss how subdued should subdued ring celebrations be anyways. Catch this episode ONLY on Youtube unless we give in an upload it on all podcasting platforms and please please please subscribe to our Youtube and Instagram/Twitter page @BallisBaePod
S3E23 - Of Ekalavyas, Troubles, and Udupi
October 12, 2020 22:04 - 1 hour - 40.5 MBIn this episode of the often skipped #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to founder of Ekalavyas, Gopal about his upbringing and early Ball days in Udupi (02:50), how he ended up founding the OG media company Ekalavyas (10:53) , and the 7 troubles facing...
323: Of Ekalavyas, Troubles, and Udupi
October 12, 2020 22:04 - 1 hour - 40.5 MBIn this episode of the often skipped #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to founder of Ekalavyas, Gopal about his upbringing and early Ball days in Udupi (02:50), how he ended up founding the OG media company Ekalavyas (10:53) , and the 7 troubles facing...
Of Pearlman, Lakers, and Mango Lassi
September 28, 2020 07:52 - 1 hour - 25.1 MBIn this episode of the often used-for-CORONA-book-tour #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to author Jeff Pearlman about his latest boook Three-Ring Circus: Kobe, Shaq, Phil, and the Crazy Years of the Lakers Dynasty (07:58), how it took Phil Jackson to...
324: Of Pearlman, Lakers, and Mango Lassi
September 28, 2020 07:52 - 1 hour - 25.1 MBIn this episode of the often used-for-CORONA-book-tour #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to author Jeff Pearlman about his latest boook Three-Ring Circus: Kobe, Shaq, Phil, and the Crazy Years of the Lakers Dynasty (07:58), how it took Phil Jackson to...
Of Galloway, G League, and Golf
September 03, 2020 20:31 - 1 day - 15.8 MBIn this episode of the often reinvented #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to Detroit Pistons' Langston Galloway, who becomes our first active NBA Player to join the podcast. He spills true feelings about his life at MSG (), him recruiting players to play games with, how he feels about the G League induction, and why NBA players love to play golf, of all sports. Catch us on all your podcast listening spaces, and follow us there.
322: Of Galloway, G League, and Golf
September 03, 2020 20:31 - 38 minutes - 15.8 MBIn this episode of the often reinvented #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to Detroit Pistons' Langston Galloway, who becomes our first active NBA Player to join the podcast. He spills true feelings about his life at MSG (), him recruiting players to play games with, how he feels about the G League induction, and why NBA players love to play golf, of all sports. Catch us on all your podcast listening spaces, and follow us there.
Of Playoffs. Kochi, and Murals
August 24, 2020 22:15 - 2 days - 23.4 MBIn this episode of the often under-appreciated #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to Deepak from the very famous IG page Straight Out of Kochi @StraightOutOfKochi about the NBA Bubble Playoffs, we talk about his love of the city, and why there's a certain mural of a Spurs legend in his homecourt. Catch us on all your podcast listening spaces and follow us there. Please subscribe to our Youtube channel and our Instagram/Twitter page @BallisBaePod
Of Pies, Price, and Prize
August 14, 2020 12:27 - 1 hour - 30.9 MBIn this episode of the often alliterated #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to Shaun Jayanchandran of the Crossover Foundation about how we can just go ahead and create more pies. We also discuss what price can we put on a trophy so the media and players take Indian basketball leagues seriously, and to tie it all up, we discuss about who is GOATer between Tim Duncan, and Shaquille O'Neal.
Of Homecourt, Harper, and High Jinks
June 30, 2020 23:58 - 1 day - 18.5 MBIn this episode of the often thirst-trapped #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we continue talking to Bollywood celeb photographer Rohan Shrestha who modestly promotes his book, The Homecourt (02:57), immodestly describes meeting Ron Harper and his travelling badass rings (31:22), and an episode where he brings high jinks into the equation by asking the hosts questions of his own.
Of Return, Rohan, and Ripples
June 22, 2020 15:49 - 2 days - 20.4 MBIn this episode of the often split #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk to Bollywood celeb photographer Rohan Shrestha and his love of Michael Jordan, Chicago, and the NBA. In part One of this two-parter, we discuss the return of the #NBA in Orlando, how Rohan ended up telling A-listers to pose effectively, his love for Scuba diving, and about how odd it is to have sportsmen become vehicles for change in this time.
Of Infidels, Impressions, and Insinuations
May 24, 2020 11:55 - 2 days - 20 MBIn this episode of the often ghosted #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk about our first, second and third impressions of #TheLastDance documentary on @Netflix. In between being called infidels cos we don't GOATify Jordan, we also get a chance to talk about a cetain potential move which might be an upgrade, or a downgrade depending on who you're talking to about it. Please subscribe to our Youtube channel and/or our Instagram and Twitter @BallisBaePod Ball is Bae: You best not miss
Of Calm Kaushik, Lengthy Labor, and Bold Bets
April 26, 2020 22:29 - 1 hour - 32.7 MBIn this episode of the often distanced #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we are joined by none other than Kaushik Lakshman of the Hoopdarshan Podcast, as we talk about #TheLastDance (06:03); We wonder if Scottie really didn't know that the Bulls were so cold(11:03), discuss hypothetical trades of yore(24:10), learn about how bookmaking is different from betting exchanges(32:40), and ofcourse play a game of who would you rather draft and why (47:57)?
Episode 6 - Of Six, Twelve, and Eighteen
April 15, 2020 08:40 - 1 day - 53.3 MBThis week, we discuss why Hack-a-Shaq works, should the NBA play lesser games. and the best Big man in the NBA today. Released originally on 8th December, 2017
Season 2 - Of Fire, Free, and Five
April 12, 2020 17:43 - 1 day - 22.2 MBIn this episode of Ball is Bae NBA Podcast, we discuss in depth the OKC Thunder's recent victory over the Warriors, we make a case for the Spurs for when Kawhi returns, discuss whether the Nuggets can keep up the pace without Millsap, and pay tribute to one of our favorite players, DRose.
Of Corona, Prowess, and CrazeyBBaller
March 18, 2020 10:23 - 2 days - 27.5 MBIn this episode of the often Guested #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we discuss the contingencies in hand due to the Covid-19 Pandemic (14:05), we discuss who the NBAs most skilled player is and, additionally, what is SKILL (41:52), while also talking about our guest's own NBA Podcast which he runs all by himself (27:36). We have a bit of an Easter egg in the Episode title so we're willing to give out an NBA league pass to any ONE individual who can crack it. Let us know on twitter or instagram @Ball...
Of Bernie, Basement, and Boris
March 03, 2020 17:20 - 1 day - 20.9 MBIn this episode of the often misrepresented #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we welcome Bernard, née Bernie Yoo to talk about the glory days of the San Antonio Spurs and compare them to their current Basement dwelling days, his words not ours. We talk about Giannis and who can possibly challenge the Bucks from making it to the NBA Finals this year. We also talk about Thirsty Steph, Pop-Timmy relations, and ofcourse dedicate the entire second half to the Spurs dynasty.
Of Absentees, Arne, and A Ray of Sunshine
February 23, 2020 20:50 - 1 day - 16.5 MBIn this episode of the often berated #BallisBae NBA Podcast, your hosts rue the missed chance to be at the All Star game, talk about ASW Friday, then ASW Saturday, and finally ASW Sunday. We discuss Friday politicos, present and absent; Saturday robberies, and how it can be taken care of; talk about why Zion is proving to be better than Luka, and how Lebron's ASW was much worse than yours. Ball is Bae: You Best Not Miss.
Of Africa, Storyline, and DameTime
February 11, 2020 20:53 - 1 day - 22 MBIn this episode of the often at the right place, right time #BallisBae NBA Podcast, your hosts tease good news, talk about Giannis picking his African brothers with his first pick(04:05), storylines determining MVP choices(29:20), and Damian Lillard making his case for the same(30:26). Catch your favorite NBA Podcast in an Indian accent on all your podcast listening spaces, and please subscribe follow us for your weekly dose of NBA discussions. Ball is Bae: you best not miss.
Of Kobe, Kobe, and Kobe
January 29, 2020 17:55 - 2 days - 41.8 MBIn this episode of the not-so-often bereaving #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we try to celebrate Kobe Bean Bryant's life in our own little way, with friends of the Pod in Jonathan Rego, Bhushan Suryavanshi, Tanish Crazy Bballer, and Sriranjan Deep joining Ashwin and Vineet. No words can describe the emotion that was Kobe but we do try our best. Ball is Bae: you best not miss. We'll miss you, Kobe.
Of Sour, Shai, and Sneak
January 18, 2020 15:24 - 2 days - 23.6 MBIn this episode of the often promoted #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we take a look at a 7 foot sour grape ; we discuss OKC happenings and Shai doings; and we observe how you can use a compliment to someone else to Sneakily hype up your own self. Catch your favorite NBA Podcast in an Indian accent on all your podcast listening spaces, and pelase subscribe follow us for your weekly dose of NBA discussions. Ball is Bae: you best not miss.
Of Shaun, Lebron, and Decade Gone
January 02, 2020 20:25 - 1 hour - 38.1 MBIn this episode of the often interrupted #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we welcome old friend Shaun Jayachandran back on the pod as we go over the Top Players of the last decade; Lebron suprisingly features on the first team and the second team, and we are reminded of an old bit of magic at the start of the decade. Catch your favorite NBA podcast in an Indian accent on all your podcast listening space and please subscribe/follow us for an entertaining hour of NBA discussions.
Of Brinds, Boogie, and Ball
December 17, 2019 15:38 - 2 days - 26.4 MBIn this episode of the often ticketed #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we catch up with new friend Brinda Iyer who regales us with behind the scenes from the NBA India Games, the first time she met Demarcus Cousins and fell for his Beanie, and how the Ball family was integral to some hilarity on NBA Hindi commentary. Catch your favorite NBA podcast on all your favorite Podcast listening spaces and subscribe/follow us for weekly updates. Ball is Bae: You best not miss.
Of Neo, Nuggets, and Nowitzki
December 10, 2019 16:19 - 1 day - 22.2 MBIn this episode of the often misheard #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we bring forth a new change in proceedings(01:40), we take bets on the streaky Nuggets(02:31) to find out real believers, and we pay homage to our favorite German player ever(18:34). Catch your favorite NBA podcast on all your favorite Podcast listening spaces and subscribe/follow us for weekly updates. Ball is Bae: You best not miss.
Of Ambassador, Arrangement, and Account
December 01, 2019 18:49 - 1 day - 30.8 MBIn this episode of the often double taken #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we talk about why a small podcast needs a BIG ambassador for a ride, we arrange the top NBA players according to our whims and fancies into arbitrary slots, and we take account of what teams have been able to break past the herd and establish themselves as true contenders in this first quartile of the season.
Of Supermen, Stonks, and Shows
November 25, 2019 13:40 - 1 day - 19.8 MBIn this episode of the often impressioned #BallisBae NBA podcast, we take a look at three supermen in three eras, we revive talks of Vineet's expert stock picking abilities, and we talk lakeshow, snakeshows, and indian expert shows. Catch your favorite NBA podcast on all your favorite podcast listening spaces and subscribe/follow us for weekly updates. Ball is Bae: you best not miss.
Of San Juan, Siakam, and Strip Clubs
November 12, 2019 20:34 - 2 days - 28 MBIn this episode of the often envied #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we take a long trip with Vineet to the basketball city of San Juan, talk to the only unbeaten team in Puerto Rico. We also find time to marvel at the BEAST things that Pascal Siakam is doing in the NBA this year, and wonder if certain reddit news items have any weight in their accusations. Catch your favorite NBA podcast on all your favorite podcast listening spaces and subscribe/follow us for weekly updates. Ball is Bae: you best no...
Of Ode, Load, and Elbowed
November 05, 2019 17:41 - 1 day - 18.9 MBIn this episode of the often praised #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we sing an ode to the tale of Lebron and Luka, before we start jabbering about the intricacies of load management in today's NBA. Taking care not to take the bait on some Russ hating, we do wonder how come the second week of the Association always produces the best elbows thrown of the season. Catch us on your favorite podcast station, and let us know if we aren't there.
Of Terminator, Tammy, and Dog Tails
October 30, 2019 19:20 - 1 day - 29 MBIn this episode of the often sought #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we discuss the doings of the terminator in LA, talk to WNBA All-Star Tammy Sutton Brown, and wonder if, like the Indian dog's tails, somethings just can't be set straight. Catch us on all your favorite Podcast listening spaces and subscribe to us to get notified for every new episode.
Of Nerves, Nav, and No Comment
October 21, 2019 19:18 - 1 hour - 41.1 MBIn this episode of the often resurrected #BallisBae NBA Podcast, we take stock of our rusty selves post the off season, we shake beards with the legendary Raptors Superfan Nav Bhatia, discuss the NBA India games, and give our 2 paisa on the NBA-China tussle. Catch us on all your favorite podcast listening platforms as we're probably on them now. Follow us on @BallisBaePod on Instagram and Twitter, and on Facebook if you can find us.
Of Dinners, Duos, and Do-Overs
July 19, 2019 05:34 - 2 days - 29.9 MBIn this episode of the often hurried #BallisBae Podcast, we wrap up the recently concluded Free Agency market in the NBA, we talk about dinners with old bloods in the Houston Area, we discuss the emergence of friendship in the league and how that can threaten the competitive balance of this wonderful association. One of us summons something called the NBA association, and the other is shamelessly shamed in front of a live audience.