The Count It Podcast

This week on Count It Pod, we're putting our basketball opinions to the test with some tough NBA debates.- Build Your Franchise: Which current NBA player would you choose to build a championship-winning franchise around?- MVP vs. Three Rings: Would you rather win an MVP award or retire with three championship rings as a role player?- Early MVP Race: We break down our early-season MVP contenders, who's leading the race and who could emerge as a surprise candidate.

🏀 On this week's Count It Pod:NBA Injury Crisis: J-Dub, Cason Wallace, Haliburton, JJJ and Kawhi — how do these injuries change the league's power balance?Steph Drops 44: Is Curry still among the NBA's elite?Heartbreak in the Playoffs: We reveal our most painful NBA playoff series.Houston's 5–0 Start: Genuine championship contenders or early-season hype?Ty Jerome, Cameron Boozer & Memphis: Breaking down the standout performances and Memphis' unbeaten start. Is the hype justified?🎙️ Count It Pod — NBA debates, hot takes and basketball talk from a UK perspective.

🔥 76ers' 29-Point Comeback – How did Philly pull it off, and what does it tell us about this team?🍀 Tatum vs. The Knicks – 36 points, 7 assists and a statement performance. Is Tatum reminding everyone who he is?👀 Scary Teams in the West – Which Western Conference teams are looking like genuine threats?📈 Early Season Reactions – What's stood out after the opening games?🎯 Big Predictions – Bold calls, potential surprises and teams to watch as the season unfolds.Join the conversation!Who has impressed you most so far? Which team in the West should everyone be worried about?Drop your takes in the comments and follow Count It Pod for more NBA debates, reactions and predictions throughout the season.#NBA #CountItPod #Basketball #JaysonTatum #76ers #Celtics #NBA2026 #NBAPredictions

In This Episode 🏀Eastern Conference PredictionsRanking all 15 teams from 1st to 15thWhich teams will secure a playoff spot?Biggest surprises and disappointmentsWho will represent the East in the NBA Finals?Western Conference PredictionsRanking all 15 teams from 1st to 15thThe battle for the top seedsPlayoff contenders and potential dark horsesWho will come out of the West?2026/27 NBA Awards🏆 Most Valuable Player (MVP)🛡️ Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY)🌟 Rookie of the Year (ROTY)NBA Finals PredictionsEastern Conference championWestern Conference champion2027 NBA championWho has the best predictions, and whose takes are going to age terribly?Drop your predictions in the comments and let us know who you've got winning it all!📲 Instagram: @countitpod🎧 Follow Count It Pod for more NBA discussions, debates and basketball content.

The NBA postseason has delivered drama, star performances, and a possible shift in the league’s future. This episode starts with the NBA Finals, where the Knicks have taken control early against the Spurs. We talk about New York’s momentum, Jalen Brunson’s leadership, the pressure on San Antonio, and what the Spurs need from Victor Wembanyama to make this a real series. From there, we look back at the Conference Finals. The Knicks’ run through the East showed discipline, toughness, and a team identity that has carried them all the way to the Finals. Out West, Wemby and the Spurs’ battle with Oklahoma City gave us one of the most interesting matchups of the playoffs: a generational big man against one of the deepest, fastest, and best-built young teams in the league. Then we get into the Wemby vs. OKC conversation. Was this a preview of the next great Western Conference rivalry? How should teams guard Wembanyama in a seven-game series? And what does OKC’s response tell us about their championship window? To close, we dive into a hypothetical NBA scenario and debate how one major twist could reshape the league. We talk roster construction, superstar trades, title windows, and whether teams should chase immediate contention or build patiently around young stars.

SGA wins MVP The hosts react to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander taking home MVP, debating whether the award was deserved and how much OKC’s team success helped his case. OKC vs Spurs playoff chaos A full breakdown of the opening games between Oklahoma City and San Antonio, including Game 1’s double overtime, OKC’s physical defence, Caruso’s impact, Wemby’s dominance, and the pressure on both teams heading into Game 3 and Game 4. Victor Wembanyama’s playoff mentality The conversation turns to Wemby’s competitive edge, his mentality, and whether his approach can lift the rest of a young Spurs team. Knicks and Cavs discussion Owen and Films look at the Knicks’ strong playoff position, the Cavs’ struggles, Donovan Mitchell, James Harden being targeted defensively, and whether New York could really make a Finals run. Finals hypotheticals and hate-watch scenarios The episode wraps with predictions, dream Finals matchups, Knicks fan culture, Spike Lee, Joe Budden, and the chaos that would come if New York actually won it all.

The hate is getting louder, and this time OKC and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are the target. On this episode, we talk about why the Thunder have become one of the most dangerous teams in basketball and why Lakeshow Yomz might officially be leading the anti-OKC agenda. Is the hate real, or is it just fear of Shai and the young Thunder becoming a serious problem in the West? We also break down the San Antonio Spurs vs. Minnesota Timberwolves series, looking at the key matchups, coaching battles, star power, and what each team needs to do to advance. Can the Spurs’ young core handle the physicality of Minnesota? Can the Timberwolves impose their defense and depth over a full series? We give our full prediction. Then we shift over to the East and discuss which teams look like real contenders, which ones are frauds, and who has the best chance to come out of the conference. Plus, we ask the uncomfortable question: is another all-time James Harden playoff choke coming? We talk Harden’s legacy, the pressure on him, and whether this postseason could change the narrative or add another chapter to it. To close it out, we get into a shooting guard debate. Who belongs near the top? Who gets overrated? Who gets disrespected? And what actually matters most when ranking the position?

A full NBA playoff check-in covering every current first-round series, including Celtics-Sixers, Raptors-Cavs, Knicks-Hawks, Magic-Pistons, Thunder-Suns, Spurs-Blazers, Wolves-Nuggets, and Lakers-Rockets.  

PLAYOFFS ARE HERE 🍿 This episode features special guests Donovan, Dana, Bump, and KaeBee from the Bay Area as we dive into the start of the NBA postseason. In this episode, we get into: Reactions to the current playoff picture and the play-in tournament Early playoff predictions and which teams could make real noise A look ahead to Charlotte vs. Orlando, including the LaMelo subplot A preview of Phoenix vs. Golden State and why this one could be a classic Thoughts on Golden State, Houston, and the Lakers heading into the postseason How we each got into the NBA The differences between UK and US basketball culture, including jersey culture and fandom

This week on Count It Pod, we dive into Luka’s impact with the Lakers and what it means for the Western Conference race. We also check in on the Warriors as they deal with inconsistency and health concerns, and take a broader look at how the West is shaping up. Out East, Cade Cunningham’s injury creates uncertainty for Detroit, while teams like Atlanta, Charlotte, and Toronto continue to find their footing. We wrap things up with a look at the MVP race and some early postseason thoughts.