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Do the Pistons Have the Knicks' Number?

Can the Detroit Pistons continue their dominance over the New York Knicks when the NBA season resumes tonight? Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore, and Haize break down the Pistons’ 3-0 season record against the Knicks, exploring matchup problems, Jalen Brunson vs Cade Cunningham and whether Detroit's physicality can overcome shooting struggles come playoff time. The conversation shifts West as the Rockets, Lakers, Timberwolves, and Suns battle for playoff positioning. Which team faces the most catastrophic consequences if forced into the play-in? The hosts analyze Joel Embiid’s health and the Sixers’ playoff hopes, division races and NBA schedule tweaks, and weigh in on must-watch games like Celtics vs. Warriors and Nuggets vs. Clippers. Don’t miss expert insights on playoff races, trade impacts, and the storylines shaping the NBA stretch run.   00:00 NBA Season Resumes, Knicks vs. Pistons 02:12 Knicks-Pistons Matchup Breakdown 13:22 Make It Take It 24:45 Game Previews Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life.  Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  Quo Make this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/lockedonnba. Quo — no missed calls, no missed customers.  5-Hour ENERGY Have your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at 5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Use your Profit Boost on an NBA future and get entered for your chance to win a trip to the NBA Finals. Play your game with FanDuel, the official sports betting partner of the NBA. Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started.    FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BOLD Predictions for Second Half of NBA Season

Eastern Conference playoff chaos looms as Cleveland Cavaliers surge behind Donovan Mitchell and James Harden—are they primed to claim the 2 seed over the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks? Ryan Blackburn and Gavin Schall debate Orlando Magic's resilience amid Franz Wagner's injury, Paolo Banchero's potential breakout, and Detroit Pistons' battle with Oklahoma City Thunder for the NBA's top record. Can young squads like the Charlotte Hornets ride their recent momentum into the play-in mix, and is Detroit poised for a statement regular-season finish?Western Conference predictions heat up as the Houston Rockets face adversity with injuries and locker room drama, while the Los Angeles Clippers—energized by Kawhi Leonard—threaten to outpace the Phoenix Suns for a playoff spot. The Denver Nuggets’ championship credentials take center stage with Nikola Jokic leading a rejuvenated core, and the San Antonio Spurs eye a playoff push behind breakout star Victor Wembanyama. Will these bold predictions shake up the postseason landscape?Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. QuoMake this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/lockedonnba.Quo — no missed calls, no missed customers. 5-Hour ENERGYHave your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at 5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon.IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcastGametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelUse your Profit Boost on an NBA future and get entered for your chance to win a trip to the NBA Finals.Play your game with FanDuel, the official sports betting partner of the NBA. Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started.  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are The Spurs READY FOR TITLE RUN This Season? | The Big 3 in 30 NBA

The Spurs look at playoff chances after the All-Star break and Mark Cuban says the NBA should embrace tanking. The Heat hope to get out of the play-in tournament. #markcuban #miamiheat #sanantoniospurs 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s something for everyone, every day, all summer long! Visit FANDUEL.COM and add a big win to your summer bucket list! FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Kyrie Part of the Mavericks' Future & Are the Thunder Vulnerable?

Dallas Mavericks face a pivotal offseason as Kyrie Irving’s season-ending knee surgery throws their future into question. Can Cooper Flagg and Kyrie form a championship core, or is a trade inevitable? Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore, and Haize debate Dallas’ rebuilding strategy and trade scenarios involving a top-10 draft pick. Franz Wagner’s indefinite injury shakes up the Orlando Magic’s playoff hopes, sparking questions about long-term roster changes.Oklahoma City Thunder remain title favorites, but injuries to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams reveal lingering vulnerabilities. The hosts analyze OKC’s clutch stats, shooting development, and whether their depth can withstand another playoff gauntlet. The show wraps with a spirited “Would You Rather?” segment, spotlighting NBA legends like Allen Iverson, Reggie Miller, Chris Bosh, Tracy McGrady, and Scottie Pippen. Who’s best suited for the 2026 game?00:00 Intro02:17 Franz Wagner Injury03:58 Kyrie Irving & Mavericks Future14:32 Thunder vs The Field24:13 NBA Legends Would You RatherEverydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. QuoMake this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/lockedonnba.Quo — no missed calls, no missed customers. 5-Hour ENERGYHave your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at 5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon.IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcastGametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelUse your Profit Boost on an NBA future and get entered for your chance to win a trip to the NBA Finals.Play your game with FanDuel, the official sports betting partner of the NBA. Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started.  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Game Night: Boston Celtics’ Jason Tatum Set to SHAKE UP the East – What’s Next for Detroit and Cade Cunningham?

Boston Celtics gear up for a crucial Eastern Conference push as speculation mounts over Jason Tatum's return. Can Jayson Tatum's early comeback from injury catapult the Celtics back into title contention, or will lingering questions about his minutes restriction disrupt their momentum? Plus, the Detroit Pistons' surprising rise fuels debate—will their postseason run spark bold offseason moves, or is patience the smartest play? Jake Madison and John Karalis go coast-to-coast with sharp analysis on the Denver Nuggets' injury woes, the Houston Rockets' playoff aspirations amid offensive struggles, and whether Kevin Durant can singlehandedly lift Houston into the Western Conference elite. Hot topics include tanking's impact on the NBA landscape, shifting playoff seeds, and the league-wide ripple effects of potential trades and protected picks. Don't miss this rapid-fire look at the biggest storylines shaping the stretch run. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-nba Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba  Follow the Locked On Podcast NetworkTwitter 📲 https://twitter.com/LockedOnNetworkTikTok 📲 https://www.tiktok.com/@lockedonsports  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/offers/    #NBA #Basketball #Podcast #NBAPodcast #Sports #SportsPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.