In the latest episode of Basketball Buds Zach Harper, Dave DuFour and BLK Tray rewind back to 1993 to rewatch Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Suns and Bulls. Analyzing aspects of the game then, that are present now, and how the game has evolved. Plus backstories that were happening during this crucial period in Michael Jordan's Bulls history.

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Retro Rewind: NBA Finals 1993 'Bulls vs Suns Game 4'

NBA has suspended the season amid the coronavirus pandemic and Rudy Gobert reportedly testing positive for the ailment. Featuring: Zach Harper, Dave DuFour, Wosny Lambre, Mo Dakhil, Ethan Strauss and Tony Jones

NBA has suspended the season amid the coronavirus pandemic and Rudy Gobert reportedly testing positive for the ailment.Featuring: Zach Harper, Dave DuFour, Wosny Lambre, Mo Dakhil, Ethan Strauss and Tony Jones

NBA Suspends Season Emergency Show

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour, Seth Partnow and Mo Dakhil are joined by The Athletic's Golden State Warriors reporter Anthony Slater to talk about the Warriors decision to play without fans in their arena due to coronavirus. Then (8:10) a debate of whether LeBron James for MVP conversation is legitimate. Plus a discussion on drop coverage.

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour, Seth Partnow and Mo Dakhil are joined by The Athletic's Golden State Warriors reporter Anthony Slater to talk about the Warriors decision to play without fans in their arena due to coronavirus. Then (8:10) a debate of whether LeBron James for MVP conversation is legitimate. Plus a discussion on drop coverage.

Warriors with No Fans and Whether LeBron James has a Legit Shot at MVP

Basketball Buds. Zach Harper, BIG Wos, Dave DuFour, Jon Krawczynski and BLK Tray on the potential shutdown of games because of the Corona Virus. The Rockets regression, back to their old ways, and the LeBron vs Giannis MVP Debate.

Corona Shut Down, Rockets Regression, LeBron vs Giannis

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour and Seth Partnow are joined in Boston at the Sloan Conference by Amin Elhassen, Kevin Arnovitz and Henry Abbott to discuss what was learned at Sloan, the most unique ideas to improve the NBA schedule and more.

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour and Seth Partnow are joined in Boston at the Sloan Conference by Amin Elhassen, Kevin Arnovitz and Henry Abbott to discuss what was learned at Sloan, the most unique ideas to improve the NBA schedule and more.

Sloan Conference Meeting of the Minds with Amin Elhassen, Kevin Arnovitz & Henry Abbott

Zach Harper and BIG Wos read user comments from the latest Power Rankings. https://theathletic.com/1640423/2020/03/02/the-athletics-nba-power-rankings-week-19-heading-into-the-fourth-quarter/

Rank Overreact: Week 19 Down the Stretch They Come

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour, Seth Partnow and Mo Dakhil dive into how the Houston Rockets have been successful on offense and defense in their ultra small-ball lineup.  Plus how opponents may attack the new scheme.  Then (26:02) the ripple effect of Giannas Antetokounmpo's and the Milwaukee Bucks starters light minutes load.

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour, Seth Partnow and Mo Dakhil dive into how the Houston Rockets have been successful on offense and defense in their ultra small-ball lineup.  Plus how opponents may attack the new scheme.  Then (26:02) the ripple effect of Giannas Antetokounmpo's and the Milwaukee Bucks starters light minutes load.

Impact of Houston Rocket's Five Out Offense and Milwaukee Bucks Resting Ethic

The Basketball Buds: Zach Harper, BIG Wos, Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Knicks reporter Mike Vorkunov talk about the latest feud with Knicks owner James Dolan and forever-fan James Dolan. Also the Corona Virus Fear Factor, Steph's absence and MVP talk. Listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/25VZGGQ

Dolan vs Spike Lee, Giannis, Corona Virus, Nutmeg Etiquette, Steph's Absence

Zach Harper and BIG Wos react to reader comments in this week's Power Rankings.

Rank Overreact: Lineups For The Win

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour and Seth Partnow dive deep on the Bucks, (23:12) Suns and (44:53) Wizards, joined throughout the show by Bleacher Report's Howard Beck and The Athletic's Gina Mizell, Eric Nehm and Fred Katz.  Look out for me team specific looks as the season goes along.

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour and Seth Partnow dive deep on the Bucks, (23:12) Suns and (44:53) Wizards, joined throughout the show by Bleacher Report's Howard Beck and The Athletic's Gina Mizell, Eric Nehm and Fred Katz.  Look out for me team specific looks as the season goes along.

Deep Dives on the Bucks, Suns, and Wizards with Howard Beck, Gina Mizell, Eric Nehm and Fred Katz

The Baketball Buds: Charlotte Hornets big-man Cody Zeller drops in to talk about his project with Riley Hospital for Children wearing sneakers designed by pediatric patients. A great cause. Also D-Wade's retirement ceremony. Then Rich Hoffman on Ben Simmons' back injury and the 76ers' fading hopes. Finally Fred Katz on red-hot Bradley Beal, whether he stays in DC and the likelihood John Wall returns this season. https://twitter.com/RileyKids/status/1232120488090095616?s=20

Cody Zeller's Kicks for Kids, Ben Simmons Injury + 76ers Woes, Bradley Beal Future + Wall's Return

A team of a dozen writers and editors from The Athletic tell the story of the 24 hours surrounding Kobe Bryant’s death: from LeBron James’ record breaking night in Philadelphia to the helicopter crash in Calabasas and the emotional impact that followed.

A team of a dozen writers and editors from The Athletic tell the story of the 24 hours surrounding Kobe Bryant’s death: from LeBron James’ record breaking night in Philadelphia to the helicopter crash in Calabasas and the emotional impact that followed.  

24 Hours: A reflection on the day Kobe, Gigi and 7 others lost their lives

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Seth Partnow deliver one of the nerdiest basketball episodes of all-time.  First up: Dave and Seth are joined in Chicago by The Athletic's John Hollinger and NBC Sports' Dan Feldman to talk about the inner workings of player evaluations, draft combine secrets and more.  Then at (50:00) Dr. Nick Elam joins Dave, Seth and Mo to talk about eponymously named Elam Ending that was featured during the NBA All-Star game.

Nerder She Wrote's Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Seth Partnow deliver one of the nerdiest basketball episodes of all-time.  First up: Dave and Seth are joined in Chicago by The Athletic's John Hollinger and NBC Sports' Dan Feldman to talk about the inner workings of player evaluations, draft combine secrets and more.  Then at (50:00) Dr. Nick Elam joins Dave, Seth and Mo to talk about eponymously named Elam Ending that was featured during the NBA All-Star game.

Player Evaluations and the Elam Ending with John Hollinger, Dan Feldman, and Dr. Nick Elam

Zach Harper, BIG Wos, Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and special guest Scott Agness NBA Finally Gets A Win? Tim Getting Frank All Star Weekend All Star Game Format Dunk Contest "Robbed" Stretch run or stretch done John Beilein out in Cleveland Pacers

NBA Wins, Dunk Contest Collusion, Cavs Reboot, Stretch Run or Done, Pacers

Nerder She Wrote with Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Seth Partnow.Topics:How NBA teams miss on players in the draft processArrogance and the belief of 'our system' will turn a player realize his potentialWhether effort is the primary factor in defensive ability

Nerder She Wrote with Dave DuFour, Mo Dakhil and Seth Partnow.Topics:How NBA teams miss on players in the draft processArrogance and the belief of 'our system' will turn a player realize his potentialWhether effort is the primary factor in defensive ability

How NBA Teams Find Hidden Gems, Defensive Effort Ain't Everything

The Back To Back Podcast. Three shows, Three days. Basketball and Culture. Intelligence and Silliness. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Tuesday: Basketball Buds with Zach Harper, Tom Haberstroh & BIG Wos Thursday: Nerder She Wrote with Dave DuFour and David Thorpe Friday: The #askWos Mailbag

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