logo
episode-header-image
Jan 2021
40m 53s

Beal Or No Beal, LaMelo Ballin' + LeBron...

THE ATHLETIC
About this episode

In this week's episode of Point of Contention Marcus Thompson and Ethan Strauss debate. Hosted by Zach Harper.

Take 1: Beal to the Warriors?

Take 2: Lakers having too much fun?

Take 3: LeMelo better than we thought

Take 4: Warriors sizzlin' sort of

Take 5: James Harden talk or TV talk?

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Up next
Yesterday
Can Ace Bailey give hope to the Jazz?
On today’s show, Zena Keita and Andy Larsen discuss the future of the Utah Jazz, focusing on the key factors that will determine the team's success in the coming years. They explore the importance of identifying players who will fit into the team's contention timeline, particular ... Show More
26m 59s
Oct 9
Can Anthony Edwards win the 2026 NBA MVP?
Dave DuFour is joined by Jon Krawczynski of the Athletic to preview the Minnesota Timberwolves season. Jon gives his thoughts on the Wolves continuity, their plans at the point guard spot, and why Anthony Edwards has another leap coming.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Jon KrawczynskiExecu ... Show More
21m 41s
Oct 8
Can Devin Booker lead the Suns to a better season?
Dave DuFour is joined by Doug Haller of the Athletic to preview the Phoenix Suns season. Doug gives his thoughts on the new look Suns, why they could be better without Kevin Durant, and why Devin Booker is the one of the most popular Suns players ever.Host: Dave DuFourWith: Doug ... Show More
23m 6s
Recommended Episodes
Nov 2021
Hornets Game + Everything GSW with Marcus
Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors loss to the Charlotte Hornets.Later (12:15) they're joined by Marcus Thompson of The Athletic to discuss what the NBA can learn from Formula 1, how the Warriors are clicking, how great Draymond and Iguodala have looked, which NBA players are scar ... Show More
1h 11m
May 2022
GSW v. Mavs Game 3: Ageless Steph and Big Wiggs
Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors big win over the Mavericks. Wiggins' key performance. Steph's continued brilliance and all things GSW. Later (27:09) we take your calls.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim Angan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co ... Show More
1h 5m
Sep 2020
LeBron 4.0, Miami’s Herro Complex, Harden for Embiid (?) Plus Week 3 NFL Picks with Ryen Russillo
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the Lakers win over the Nuggets in game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, officiating LeBron James, the Celtics struggling vs the Heat's zone defense, a defining moment for Tyler Herro, James Harden trade rumors an ... Show More
1h 57m
Dec 2020
Will Westbrook Help the Wizards? Plus: Lakers Loom Large and PG-13 Talks Trash
Verno and KOC get into the nitty gritty of the Westbrook-Wall trade (3:00), then talk over the latest news around the league, including the LeBron and AD signings (42:30), Paul George’s recent comments about his role on the Clippers, and the NBA season schedule.Thank you for list ... Show More
1h 11m
Mar 2024
Play-In Seeding Battles For Teams Like Warriors & Lakers
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk some teams battling for seeding in the NBA Play-In Tournament in both the East and West including the Warriors, Lakers, 76ers and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
48m 20s