Oddball's NBA Christmas Day Picks and Predictions

Join Amin and Tony in the final Oddball episode of the year as they break down the highly anticipated 2024 NBA Christmas Day matchups, including the Spurs vs. Knicks, Lakers vs. Warriors, and Nuggets vs. Suns. Dive into the drama surrounding Victor Wembanyama’s rookie season, Matt Ishbia’s bold fan-friendly $2 value menu, and DraftKings betting lines for every game. Plus, hear the latest on the Sixers’ injury woes, the Timberwolves’ resurgence, and the viral Charlotte Hornets PS5 debacle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Oddball, Amin Elhassan and special guest Tony Catalayud dive into the Milwaukee Bucks' commanding 97-81 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder to secure the NBA Cup. From Giannis Antetokounmpo’s MVP performance to the Bucks' lockdown defense, they analyze key moments, including Damian Lillard’s pivotal threes and OKC’s late-game struggles. The team also explores NBA Cup takeaways, Giannis and Dame’s chemistry, and whether Las Vegas is ready for an NBA franchise. Lastly, they tackle the latest trade rumors involving Zach LaVine and MPJ and finish today's episode off with Prop-A-Slot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we have a seriously unserious episode of Trivia Tuesday all about Nuggets Superstar and 3x MVP, Nikola Jokic. Mike Singer, author of “ Why So Serious? The Untold Story of NBA Champion Nikola Jokic,” joins the show to provide an intimate look into the making of an NBA Superstar. In the process, they discuss Joker's ON/OFF splits with the Nuggets, lifelong love of horses, and his time playing at the Kentucky of Serbia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Amin Elhassan and Al Gorithm on Oddball as they break down the latest NBA action, from the Emirates NBA Cup semifinals to the rise of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as an MVP frontrunner. The duo dives into NBA ratings discourse, analyzes Giannis Antetokounmpo's performance against the Hawks, and previews the Thunder vs. Bucks NBA Cup Final. Charlotte joins Amin for an interview featuring Craig Robinson, Executive Director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches to discuss Giannis.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Charlotte and Amin dive into the latest NBA drama as we unpack the Knicks’ NBA Cup loss to Trae Young and the Hawks, Steph Curry and the Warriors’ controversial defeat to the Rockets, and the teams that make up the NBA Cup semifinals: Milwaukee Bucks, Atlanta Hawks, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Houston Rockets. We also spotlight Jimmy Butler’s trade rumors, Caitlin Clark’s spicy takes, and Bronny James’ G-League road debut.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Charlotte and Amin recap the highlights from last night’s NBA Cup knockout games, starting with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s brilliant performance as the Oklahoma City Thunder eliminated the Dallas Mavericks. They discuss Luka Dončić's struggles, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s leadership in the Milwaukee Bucks’ win over the Orlando Magic, and the Magic’s resilience despite injuries to Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner. Also, Jimmy Butler trade rumors, including his preferred landing spots and the Golden State Warriors’ reported interest in pairing Steph Curry with either Jimmy Butler or LeBron James (...and Bronny). Charlotte and Amin wrap up the show with another round of Prop-a-Slot, featuring bets for tonight's NBA Cup games between the Knicks and Hawks, and the Warriors and Rockets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s that time of the week… that’s right, it’s Trivia Tuesday. This week, Amin faces off with MMA Hour’s Tony Catalayud. The pair contend with questions about the number of times Chris Paul has been traded, the NBA vs. WNBA 3 Point Challenge, Wemby’s future with the Spurs, and the injury-bitten Orlando Magic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Charlotte and Amin dive into the NBA Panic Meter, analyzing how teams like the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Golden State Warriors are handling their seasons. From Nikola Jokić’s career-high performances to Rudy Gobert’s optimism about the Timberwolves, the duo ranks teams based on their urgency to make changes. The episode also breaks down Draymond Green’s viral moment, the Orlando Magic's resilience despite injuries, and what’s next for struggling franchises like the Washington Wizards.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Charlotte and Amin put to bed all speculations and can definitely tell you if your favorite team is good or bad. Amin lamented his previous warning to JJ Redick about the Lakers job. They also discuss the Suns after Kevin Durant’s recent injury, the Bucks after news of Khris Middleton’s return, and the Heat as Tyler Herro continues to have a career year. Charlotte and Amin close the show with Pop A Slot bets for Ja Morant, Nikola Jokic, and Steph Curry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlotte and Amin know which teams will win the NBA Cup Knockout stage, and they're here to tell you about it with Overreaction Action. In the process, they give their thoughts on Draymond’s ominous-sounding injury update, Ime Udoka’s unintentional sponsorship opportunity, The Knick’s red-hot offense, and whether the Bucks’ turnaround is reality or a mirage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices