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Episode 27: We back

The guys are back! With a few permanent additions to the podcast, the guys are back to discuss all things NBA and current events that are important in today's culture.

Episode 26: Bye Bye Brooklyn and here come the Hawks

On this episode the guys have Chris on the pod to talk about his Nets. Then Jalen gloats about his Hawks and a heated debates ensues. The guys discuss what each eliminated team should do this offseason and is Devin Booker really the next Kobe?  

Episode 25: Bye Bye Hawks

The guys are back to talk about the damaged Nets and the falling Hawks. The interested Jazz/Clippers series and the dominating Suns.

Episode 24: Playoff Review

On this episode Jalen kicks things off talking about game one of the Philly vs Hawks series. Then the guys dig into the rest of the playoffs as well as the teams that were eliminated. What should the lakers and trail blazers do next to improve their rosters.

Episode 23: Ice Trae

Jalen opens this episode with all things Hawks and how disappointing the Knicks are. The Lakers have a AD problem and Luka is making a name for himself! The guys also discuss the Bucks and how much of a contender they truly are.

Episode 22: Playoff Time

On this episode the guys are joined by Chris to talk hoops. Chris kicks it off with his take on the Nets and this pod is recorded live during game 1 of the Hawks vs Knicks series.

Episode 21: Play In Games

On this episode the guys discuss the play in games and the first round matchups.

Episode: The Brewers

On this episode Mike is so Jalen's little bro fills in! The guys discuss LaMelo Ball's return the action, the NFL draft and should Steph be the MVP.

Episode 19: Is Steph the real MVP?

The guys open the podcast discussing the MVP race, the intense NBA schedule and are the Nets the favorites for the NBA title? 

Episode 18: Kara Henderson

On this episode the guys are joined by Kara Henderson to talk about her time as an athlete at Virginia Tech. Afterwards the guys talk about Draymonds time on Kevin Durants Podcast, as well as the NCAA's new transfer rule and the Brooklyn Nets.

Episode 17: Brooklyn Nets

On this episode Chris joins us to talk about his Brooklyn Nets and his thoughts on them having a superteam. Then the guys get into college basketball, Brad Stevens and Roy Williams.

Episode 16: Trade Deadline and Tatum Boggs

On this episode Michael covers the busy trade deadline and has friend of the show Tatum Boggs on to talk basketball and her career.

Episode 15: Rejuvenated Hawks

Jalen opens this episode discussing his new and improved Hawks. Then the guys talk about the unfair treatment of women athletes and the lack of interest in the NCAA tourney. Also teams that need to make a move before this weeks trade deadline. 

Episode: LaMelo and the Hornets

Jalen kicks the episode off with final Bachelor breakdown. Then the guys jump into their favorite teams and how fun the Hornets are. Michael has a KD rant.. with trade speculation.  

Episode 14: LaMelo and the Hornets

Jalen kicks the episode off with final Bachelor breakdown. Then the guys jump into their favorite teams and how fun the Hornets are. Michael has a KD rant.. with trade speculation.  

Episode 13: BONUS

On this bonus addition of episode 13 the guys have guest Chris and Mo on to talk Hawks basketball and all things Nets.

Episode 13: Naomi Holloway

On this episode the guys are joined by special guest Naomi Holloway to talk about her life as a collegiate student-athlete as well as detailed what she enjoyed about attending a HBCU.

Episode 12: Should Trae Young be an All Star?

On this episode Michael and Jalen kick off the show with a heated debate around whether Trae Young should be an All Star or not. The guys also cover how the NBA is covered and how it is narrative driven. Then they get into why the Celtics are struggling and should we be worried about the lakers? Snowfall spoilers!!

Episode 11: Lance Thomas

On this episode the guys are joined by former Memphis Tigers forward Lance Thomas to talk his career path, playing during covid and his favorite players in todays NBA. Michael and Jalen also discuss the All Star Game and Draymonds blooper against the Hornets.

Episode 10: Are the Hawks in trouble?

On this episode Michael and Jalen cover the spiraling Atlanta Hawks and the disappointing eastern conference. The guys also cover the state of Duke basketball, Draymond's rant and some of the most fun teams to watch in the NBA right now. 

Episode 9: Should the NBA have the All Star Game?

On this episode of the Down5 podcast the guys discuss the problems with the ASG, their final super bowl picks and who in the NBA is untouchable.

Episode 8: NBA Stock Watch

On this episode the guys discuss the Super Bowl and the recent trade discussions in the NFL. Jalen does his rookie redraft while Michael buys and sells NBA player stock.

Episode 7: 10 takeaways from the NBA season

Michael and Jalen discuss Shaq's remarks about younger NBA players and then get right into their 10 takeaways from the NBA season so far.

Episode 6: Down Goes Baker!

The guys are back to talk about Browns losing, how is Covid effecting the NBA and should fans be allowed in the Arenas? Start, Bench, Cut is back for another week and the guys pick between Paul Pierce, T-Mac and Carmelo Anthony. Chris joins Michael and Jalen to discuss his Brooklyn Nets and all things NBA.

Bonus: Hello Brooklyn!

Emergency podcast!! The guys cover all things Brooklyn after the surprising James Harden trade.

Episode 5

The guys discuss the insane scenes at the Capitol this week and then they get right into their thoughts on the NBA after ten games.  Michael makes some surprising picks in the new Start, Bench, Cut segment with NBA players and the guys discuss the ongoing feud between Shaq and Rudy Gobert.

Episode 4

The guys cover their surprises and disappointments from the NBA season so far. Michael also goes over possible trade scenarios for a few NBA stars and they make a friendly bet on a NFL playoff matchup for next week. Also is John Calipari a bad coach?

Episode 3

On this episode Michael and Jalen are joined by special guest Chris Curlett to talk about Nets and the slate of Christmas day games. Michael and Jalen also do their weekly coverage of their favorite NBA teams the Hornets and Hawks.

Episode 2

On episode two Michael and Jalen have a guest on the show to discuss Atlanta sports teams and how frustrating it is to be a fan of their teams. The guys also discuss the upcoming NBA season and potential award winners.

Episode 1

Welcome to the very first episode of the Down5 podcast! On this episode the guys discuss the current state of the NBA and how much they are looking forward to the upcoming season.