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  • Debating the 2026 Hall of Fame class: Andre Iguodala, Blake Griffin + Bulls PAY UP for Josh Giddey
    2025/09/10

    Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine deep dive on the 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame class: who's a lock, and who deserves more consideration than they're getting? The duo start with Andre Iguodala, who has one big number going his way that could make him a lock. Next, Dan breaks down the chances of Marques Johnson, Blake Griffin, Shawn Marion and Lamarcus Aldridge based on their career numbers and advanced stats.

    Tom & Dan finish things off with the news that the Chicago Bulls re-signed Josh Giddey to a multi-year contract. The hosts look back on their free agency predictions (2 for 2 so far!) and discuss whether Cam Thomas made the right move taking his $6M qualifying offer.

    (1:45) - Is Andre Iguodala a Hall of Fame lock?

    (16:45) - Does Shawn Marion have the stats to make it in?

    (22:35) - Lamarcus Aldridge's Hall of Fame chances

    (28:10) - Marques Johnson's scoring average deserves consideration

    (31:40) - Is Blake Griffin being overrated as a HOF prospect?

    (39:40) - Josh Giddey, Cam Thomas & other free agency news

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    52 分
  • Is NBA free agency DEAD? and Kawhi’s ’no show’ job
    2025/09/03

    Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine deep dive into this offseason’s free agency moves—or rather the lack thereof. What’s changed in the NBA that’s keeping All-Star level players with their current teams or moving via trade rather than making moves during free agency? The pair also assess the Clippers’ alleged cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard and a $28 million endorsement deal, unpacking what punishments the NBA may dole out if the claims are proven true.

    (2:27) The Big Number: All-Stars in free agency

    (15:54) Little Numbers: Orlando Magic pull-up 3s

    (21:03) Little Numbers: Atlanta Hawks 3-pointers

    (25:26) Little Numbers: Cam Johnson offensive EPM

    (28:49) Little Numbers: Clippers defense without Zubac

    (34:17) Kawhi Leonard earns $28M for ‘no show’ job

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  • Can De'Aaron Fox be the ideal running mate for Victor Wembanyama?
    2025/08/06

    This week, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dive into De’Aaron Fox getting big money with an extension from the San Antonio Spurs to play alongside Victor Wembanyama.

    Can Fox be the ideal running mate with Wemby and will it end with a playoff appearance? We break down all the reasons this could, or could not, be the perfect longterm marriage.

    Plus, Luka Doncic and Mikal Bridges get their extensions with the Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks and George Niang’s homecoming gets rerouted to Utah.

    (1:33) The Big Number: 5 games with Fox + Wemby

    (15:45) Little Numbers: Fox shooting averages

    (20:01) Little Numbers: De’Aaron drives to the basket

    (23:08) Little Numbers: Fox 3PT shooting

    (27:24) Little Numbers: Spurs playoff drought

    (33:23) Luka signs extension with Lakers

    (37:22) Bridges re-signs with Knicks

    (41:21) Celtics trade Niang to Jazz

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    48 分
  • Luka Dončić 2.0: shredded, motivated… and finally an MVP?
    2025/07/30

    This week, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dive into Men’s Health Luka — the shock heard 'round the NBA. Is this the season Luka Doncic finally cashes in on all that MVP hype? We break down the jaw-dropping 1.4 expected MVPs stat, why his shredded transformation could change everything and whether the Lakers' roster chaos might hold him back. Plus: RFA contract predictions, why 40-point games don’t always equal big paydays, and the very real possibility that Cam Thomas is better than Tim Duncan (kidding).

    (1:20) - Is Luka 2.0 ready for an MVP run?

    (15:55) - Can Lakers win enough games for Luka to win MVP?

    (19:30) - Lakers' defensive concerns

    (23:30) - Can Lakers offense be good enough to support Luka MVP bid?

    (27:20) - Can Luka stay healthy enough to win MVP?

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    58 分
  • 2025-26 LA Clippers = the OLDEST team in NBA History
    2025/07/23

    Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine crunched the numbers after the CP3 news became official: the 2025-26 LA Clippers are now, officially, the oldest team in NBA history. With an average age of 33.2 years old (!), the Clippers have surpassed the previous record held by the Stockton-and-Malone Utah Jazz. Could this actually work out in LA's favor? Tom and Dan think the Clippers' depth and versatility could propel them to the top of the West if things break their way. Don't miss this episode of The Big Number, which deep dives on Brook Lopez, Bradley Beal, James Harden, Kawhi Leonard, Chris Paul and the rest of the seasoned vets that have their eyes on the prize after an interesting offseason.


    (1:45) - Clippers have the oldest roster in history
    (16:05) - Little Numbers: Are Clippers built to succeed in 2025 despite their age?
    (33:40) - Marcus Smart joins the Lakers + our favorite offseason additions

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    51 分
  • Should 76ers move on from BOTH Embiid & Paul George? + reacting to Beal joining Clippers & BIZARRE Malik Beasley story
    2025/07/16

    On this episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine react to Paul George's latest injury. Do the Philadelphia 76ers have serious reason for concern here, especially after the disaster that was PG13's debut season with the team? And the guys wonder if the team is better off trading both George AND Joel Embiid -- should Morey embrace the youth movement and move forward with the core of Maxey and Edgecombe? Would Philly fans riot if Embiid was moved??

    PLUS -- Tom broke the internet on Tuesday with his in-depth reporting on the Malik Beasley investigation. Don't miss his further sleuthing on that insane story involving "Moose NBA."

    Lastly, before the buzzer Tom weighs in on the news that Bradley Beal was finally bought out by the Phoenix Suns and is now a member of the LA Clippers. What is their ceiling now with Beal? It's all ahead.

    (2:09) The Big Number: 15 Sixers big three games played together

    (19:15) Little Numbers: Jared McCain shooting

    (25:06) Little Numbers: Quentin Grimes impact

    (30:11) Little Numbers: VJ Edgecombe potential

    (35:16) Little Numbers: Joel Embiid plus-minus

    (40:50) Malik Beasley gambling allegations

    (57:26) Bradley Beal agrees to buyout with Suns

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  • Why the East vs. West talent imbalance may send LeBron James BACK to Cleveland
    2025/07/02

    It's no secret the NBA's Western Conference has been better than its Eastern Conference for some time now, but how big is that imbalance? Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine kick off this week's Big Number with a shocking stat: the East could win their next 1,318 consecutive games vs. Western Conference teams and STILL not be .500 vs. the their opponents in their head-to-head record since 2000.

    Tom argues that the East vs. West power imbalance is greater than ever and that it might send one LeBron James seeking a trade or some sort of move back to his hometown in Cleveland to put the final chapter on his Hall of Fame career. Tom even brings a crazy four-team trade to the table that would make it all work!

    Later in the show, Dan shares some little numbers around the Chicago Bulls without Lonzo Ball (which they should get used to now that he's on Cleveland), the Knicks starters' minutes per game vs. the Western Conference, the Orlando Magic's offensive rating against the West and the Atlanta Hawks defensive efficiency in the Trae Young era.

    Also, Mike Brown will be reportedly the next coach of the New York Knicks. The guys react to the news live & share a touching get well soon message for the one and only Red Panda.

    (1:30) - 1,318: West's head-to-head advantage over the East since 2000

    (5:40) - Why East vs. West talent disadvantage could send LeBron back to CLE

    (17:25) - Why Chicago will struggle more without Lonzo Ball

    (23:35) - Knicks roster minutes per game vs. West

    (29:10) - Breaking: Mike Brown to New York Knicks

    (35:40) - Orlando's offensive rating vs. West

    (39:30) - Atlanta's defensive efficiency in the Trae Young era

    (45:30) - Get well soon to Red Panda & Jaren Jackson Jr.

    (48:30) - Unpacking Milwaukee's move from Lillard to Turner

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  • The 5 teams that could STUFF the Thunder chances of going back-to-back
    2025/06/24

    Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine unearth the data that proves the Oklahoma City Thunder dynasty could reign supreme for a long while, starting with going back-to-back next season. But contenders do exist — the 5 teams that could stifle OKC's plans, and why. Plus, Tom & Dan analyze Jrue Holiday's fit with the Portland Trail Blazers. All ahead on this episode of The Big Number.

    (1:10) - Thunder are favorites to win 2026 Finals

    (12:35) - How much does KD help Houston Rockets' Finals chances?

    (18:10) - Can Cleveland Cavaliers take advantage of chaotic East?

    (23:15) - Where's the Golden State Warriors' ceiling with Jimmy Butler?

    (29:25) - Should New York Knicks be a Finals sleeper even without a head coach?

    (33:10) - Are the LA Lakers Finals odds too low?

    (40:05) - Trail Blazers acquire Jrue Holiday

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    1 時間 2 分