The season is back and the boys just had to drop an episode to get some things off their chest. Catching up on the season so far the guys discuss the Knicks(!!!), James Harden and the rules changes, Dame and his slumps, and the bright spots of the Warriors and reigning MVP Nikola Jokic. Chaz makes some bold predictions, as always, and everyone praises the evolution of Anthony Edwards and Lamelo Ball, Join us for this short and sweet starter episode!
On this episode of the Chatter Ball Podcast, the team discusses the recent happenings around the league, taking a deeper cut into the Nerlens Noel lawsuit filed against super-agent Rich Paul, who represents some of the league's biggest starts, including LeBron James. Who is to say that sports agents are really doing what is best for their clients? What will be the fallout of such a case?
Tune in to the episode to hear what the gang thinks this may spell for the NBA moving forward.
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After taking a brief hiatus, the Chatter Ball gang is back and better than ever. Join the team as we tackle several topics relating to this year's very active off-season thus far, including trade analysis, major player signings, and team predictions based on the new team compositions.
See where your favorite Chatters stand on all the latest news and NBA buzz, and tell a friend to tell a friend to check out the episode!
Wrapping up and reminiscing on the fantasy season in one last episode! The guys talk about how their fantasy seasons went, which guys disappointed and which actually showed up. Also, as a bonus, there are some apologies made for bad play-in predictions and we give our flowers to some overachieving teams.
The NBA playoffs are finally here! Well... not exactly. Before we dive head first into the playoffs, we are all curious to see how the 7th and 8th seeds will look in each conference. On this episode, the team breaks down the Play-In round that is about to begin. Out of the 4 teams on the brink, who will get to compete for the year's top prize, and who will JUST miss the playoffs? Plus, you know we couldn't resist giving a sneak peek into the playoff matchups that are already locked in. Tune in for all the takes on the Chatter Ball Podcast.
Note: This episode was recorded on May 9th.
What a wild NBA season! The guys take a chance to throw some last minute shots as they gear up for the playoffs and play-in. We have a new disappointment as the Celtics have managed to underachieve for most of the season after making the ECF last season. Also is it finally time for some of these coaches to get fired? We think so and we'll tell you who specifically. For one last time we go through the awards and it isn't obvious by now we don't know what to tell you, Jokic is the MVP. We do have some debate on the ROY race though! Tune in for all that and more on your favorite, down-to-earth basketball podcast!
Tune in to the latest Fantasy Chatter to hear the guys dish out the latest Fantasy scouting reports, including what Free Agents are must haves, which are cuts, and how to stay alert for the moves that can win you a fantasy championship! Stay on your toes, and prep for success with the Chatter Ball team.
The gang’s all back together in this episode, though some NBA teams can’t say the same. With Ramy’s return we get a refreshed voice and a lot of interest in injuries, highlights, and the Knicks! The hometown fans can finally cheer again as it appears the Knicks are the hottest team in the league! And if it wasn't for one baby-faced assassin on the other side of the country Julius Randle would be the hottest player in the league. Tons of hot takes in this episode as the guys debate a few key points. Also two star guards are hurt how does it effect each team? Also some tough words on KD, don’t hate us man! All that and more on our 29th episode!
The season's winding down and the injuries are piling up but there's tons to talk about as the guys tackle some relevant topics. Speaking of injuries could there compressed season be the reason? The guys can't seem to agree in the wake of terrible news about Jamal Murray. Also on the block is the validity of the play-in tournament amongst complaints from both Luka Doncic and Mavs owner Mark Cuban. On the positive side we have a legendary point guard dazzling the NBA after a down year. As usual we balance the good with the bad as we talk about contenders, pretenders, and everyone in between! Tune in!
The fantasy playoffs are almost upon us! The guys gather to focus on drops, adds, fliers and reflect on players that have pulled up or dragged down their managers. As usual, disappointments get roasted, fantasy darlings get their flowers and some surprising takes are given on high value names. Tune in!
In this jam packed episode the guys reignite their love for the game. The NBA season is winding down and the MVP favorite is apparent and we all know it. That doesn't stop us from giving the other candidates their flowers, and there's even some Harden love in this episode! Of course it can't be a Chatterball episode without some shade thrown and we have a new victim this time! Lastly we end the episode with some actual analysis and a little shoutout to some of the guys doing great charity work. Don't miss this episode!
Join us as the full Chatter Ball team reunites! On this episode, the guys break down the trades happening across the league, as well as which players they WISH would be traded already. Their trademark chatterball snarks shine through when the teams who NEED to make trades are brought up, all wrapping up with an indictment of those guys who just can't pull out the W's for their teams. Tune in for an episode you won't wanna miss!
Tune in to this week's Fantasy Chatter episode, recorded right after the All-Star Break gap in games, to hear the team's take on who are must-add Free Agents, who you can cut ties if need be, and our thoughts on interesting story-lines developing in the second half of the season. Remember, a successful fantasy manager is an active and proactive one, so don't get lazy on your teams now!
It's a two-man team-up as DeShaun and Chaz chat about some of the peculiarities of this particular season. They give some thoughts on the abnormally tight standings and which teams they think are actually for real and which are fakes. This isn't your regular table talk though because these guys put some analysis behind their predictions and theories. Paul George and Giannis fans definitely tune in we have good news, and if you think our pick for MVP has changed think again. Lastly an interesting comparison for Harden that makes all to much sense, this episode is brimming with analysis!
On this installment of Fantasy Chatter, Chaz and Ramy rattle off several hoopers that are likely still available in your Fantasy Basketball leagues, or maybe not if your opponents had any sense! In the midst of players being shutdown amid trade negotiations, notable injuries, and underperforming stars, listen to the Fantasy Chatter for some luck-changing replacements to boost your roster for the second half. Good luck!
The guys take it back to their roots, with a look around the league and all the strange storylines of the season so far. Some of the topics that have stunned us these past few weeks are: Utah dominating the West, the percolating New York Knicks, All-Star starter snubs (take a wild guess as to who), Joel Embiid leading a stacked MVP race, and the unfortunate resurgence of COVID causing postponements everywhere. We also dive into which teams have been disappointing, potential player moves at the trade deadline and so much more. We surprised ourselves with how much we were able to dissect in this one!!
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In this exciting episode, the gang pays homage to (Chaz's) GOAT, Steph Curry, passing Reggie Miller on the all-time 3's list by running down the history of the three, and its effect on big men. Far from stopping at just one simple topic, we get into the evolution of the modern big man, as well as the issue with fouls today.
Tune in to hear some in-depth analysis about how the 3 rose to fame and how big men have adapted. And if you think Trae Young gets too many free throws, make sure you give us a like and follow after you listen!
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What kind of sports fanatics would we be if we did not invest large chunks of time into Fantasy Sports? By now, you have heard the Chatter Ball gang reference their multiple fantasy basketball leagues several times, sometimes in anguish, and other times in sweet victory. Well, time to bring you into our uber-competitive world where insults are just as common as breathing.
Tune in every week Monday at the start of another thrilling week of fantasy matchups as the team discusses the latest in Fantasy Basketball, from pro tips, to the Cut List, to make-or-break fantasy assets that could be waiting in your league's waiver wire.
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In light of the recent "Bearded" blockbuster trade that has been the talk of the league, the Chatter Ball team decided to switch things up a bit this episode. On Episode 22, the team discusses the ramifications of unhappy stars taking matters into their own hands, and forcing they way out of franchises over the past decade. Just a few of the names we cover include James Harden, Kyrie Irving, Anthony Davis, Carmelo, and many more.
To help in this analysis, we tapped into our friend and resident Brooklyn Nets insider, David Estevez. David makes for an amazing first guest of our show, as he gives the guys a fresh perspective on Brooklyn's history, and their outlook after this eye-catching rebuild. Tune in and enjoy the chattery!
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With the new NBA season in effect, and the turn of the New Year, the guys try to keep up with the whirlwind of hot topics and eye-catching headlines swirling around the league. Recorded on 1/6/21, we discuss the surprisingly good start from the Knicks, the sadly disappointing start from the Raptors, and more. Join us as we get reacclimated to the pandemonium of the NBA once again.
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