YAMology: Hoops Insight, Stories, and More

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Imagine a Canadian, a Scot, and a German walk into a bar and decide to start a basketball podcast to publically debate, share stories, and analyze the NBA as a whole... This is that show, welcome to YAMology. Join our hosts Yonny, Matt, and Alex in their journey of sharing their analysis of the NBA/Basketball on a deep level with our weekly shows!

  1. 1D AGO

    Episode 119: New Faces in New Places and Cavs Thunder Commentary

    Send a text Matthew, Alex, and Skit open with big matchups on the slate, including Cavaliers vs. Thunder and Warriors vs. Nuggets, before a quick check-in on the All-Star Game and the new tournament-style format. They talk league movement, new faces in new places, and how James Harden has actually looked good in Cleveland, even if it still feels strange. The episode quickly turns into a live-watch rollercoaster as they watch Thunder vs. Cavs in real time, dubbing it an instant “magnet game.” The energy spikes with every possession—Chet vs. Mobley, OKC’s ball movement, and Lu Dort flying around defensively. But that sparks a key debate: Dort’s offense, his limitations, and whether he’s chasing a role bigger than what actually fits his skill set. Is the offensive ambition hurting the Thunder, or is it just growing pains? Between live reactions, the guys touch on Benedict Mathurin’s home debut, Jamal Murray missing clutch free throws, Paolo and the Magic vs. the Suns, and Cade Cunningham’s rising MVP buzz—plus a quick NBA straw poll moment. They also debate when James Harden’s prime truly was and whether this Cavs team could replicate the 2024 Mavericks’ postseason run. Classic Yamology chaos fills the gaps—lag issues mid-stream, accidental social media shots, Raptors game indecision, and instant overreactions as the game unfolds. The episode closes with broader reflections on adversity in the NBA, from Nikola Topic’s comeback story to how players reinvent themselves while chasing bigger roles. Loud, reactive, and debate-heavy—Episode 119 feels like being courtside with the group chat going crazy. If you want, I can: cut this down to a super-short platform blurb, orgive you titles that lean into the Dort debate or magnet game angle. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

    59 min

  2. FEB 15

    Episode 118 - All-Star Weekend: Nostalgia or Decline?

    Send a text Matthew and Skit spend the episode unpacking their feelings on NBA All-Star Weekend—asking the big question: is it actually worse now, or are we all just nostalgia merchants? They connect that same debate to bigger league issues like tanking, flopping, and why general sentiment around the NBA feels more negative than ever. Is this a product problem, or an audience problem? From there, they break down the All-Star formats and events: the dunk contest (including the Jesser vs. Blake Griffin discourse), the Skills Challenge with Chet and Scottie providing unintentional comedy, Shooting Stars chaos featuring Druski, and Damian Lillard winning the three-point contest—plus whether the 3-point shootout should close the night. They talk jerseys, shooters getting hot, missed old Skills formats, and Donovan Mitchell repping teammates. The episode bounces between All-Star takes and real hoops. Thunder vs. Rockets leads into Isaiah Joe love, Ousmane Dieng MIP buzz, and discussions around shooting confidence with players like Jared McCain. They also touch on CP3 retirement talk and random but necessary NBA side quests. As the pod loosens up (yes, slightly drunk pod energy), Alex jumps in and the focus shifts to real-game analysis: Suns’ second-quarter offense, Bucks vs. Thunder, whether OKC could actually lose the league’s top seed, and if the Pistons are truly playoff-ready. They imagine what a Celtics vs. Pistons seven-game series would look like and reminisce about Cavs vs. Thunder 2025. The episode wraps with an I Called Game segment on Rockets vs. Clippers—highlighting an insane comeback without Harden All-Star nostalgia, real hoops, and classic Yamology wandering—Episode 118 covers everything. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

    1h 4m

  3. FEB 8

    Episode 117 – Trades That Don’t Feel Real

    Send a text Matthew, Alex, and Yonny jump into a wild episode of league movement and hot takes, starting with Jaren Jackson Jr. landing in Utah and teasing a mystery topic that sets an uneasy tone early. Things get loose fast, with jokes about Alex leaving the pod and Matt trying to keep up as trades start flying. The guys react to a series of moves that feel strange on paper, including James Harden to the Cavaliers, questioning the fit and whether it’s all just about chasing the bag. Clippers talk follows, with Ivica Zubac coming into the picture and how that reshapes expectations. As they try to sort through the chaos, Matt openly admits he’s confused by how quickly everything is happening. Debate heats up when Alex boldly claims the Wizards are a playoff team, while Matt pushes back hard, pointing to a lack of depth. Old draft-scout conversations resurface, the Bulls get attention for quietly “bulling” again—now with Leonard Miller in the mix—and Boston catches strays, with Nikola Vučević described as a “plain cake” matchup that won’t move the needle in the playoffs. Anfernee Simons as a Celtic? The guys aren’t buying it. They zoom out to awards talk, calling Coach of the Year an expectations-based award that rarely goes back-to-back, before spotlighting Jared McCain, with Alex pulling out receipts from being high on him pre-draft. The episode wraps with an I Called Game moment, quick love for Kobe Sanders, and a respectful nod to Yang Hansen before closing things out. Messy trades, bold claims, and classic Yamology banter—Episode 117 is pure NBA chaos. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

    59 min

  4. FEB 2

    Episode 116: All-Star Snubs and Surprises

    Send a text Matthew and Alex jump straight into the fallout from All-Star snubs, reacting to who got left out and how players—especially Pascal Siakam—handled the news. The guys also touch on a surprise storyline involving the 15th seed, and highlight a big moment for Canadian hoops with two Canadian All-Stars. The conversation shifts into the numbers, breaking down Estimated Plus-Minus (EPM) and what it actually says about player value. Giannis Antetokounmpo comes up in that context, alongside classic Yamology moments like Dennis Schröder somehow always traveling and Matt admitting he still gets fooled by NBA narratives. They dig into team-level takes as well—why the Cavaliers may have gotten a great deal, OKC’s win over the Nuggets, and why the Thunder are still the best team in the league. Shai gets plenty of love, including a debate over whether he currently has the best handle in the NBA. The episode wraps with rapid-fire opinions and side conversations: Darren Peterson buzz, a quick “I need one minute” segment, and some strong takes on player evaluation—why Deni Avdija didn’t deserve the recognition, and why Alperen Şengün might just be better. Fast, opinionated, and stat-savvy—Episode 116 brings classic Yamology energy. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

    45 min

  5. JAN 25

    Episode 115 - Why The NBA Should Bring Back the All-Star Draft

    Send a text Matthew, Alex, and Yonny open the episode reacting to the newly announced NBA All-Star starters, breaking down the biggest surprises, the no-doubters, and who’s now sweating while waiting for the bench selections. The guys also react to Joel Embiid being back, what his return means for Philly, and how realistic it is to expect him to ramp up as the season goes month to month. Off the court, the pod leans into classic Yamology chaos—Toronto snowstorms, tech issues, and fantasy basketball updates, including Skit’s brother absolutely cooking the league. They talk through tanking wars for waiver priority, fantasy strategy, and reflect on the milestone that 115 episodes equals nearly five full days of podcasting. The conversation shifts to All-Star structure and philosophy. They debate USA vs. International formats, who could miss out, and whether Giannis is quietly a bad GM when it comes to All-Star voting. There’s also nostalgia for the old All-Star draft format, with a throwback to the Chicago 2020 game and a wider discussion about effort and entertainment. The episode takes a reflective pause to acknowledge the six-year anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s passing, before Matt backs a full Team International All-Star game and Skit argues for Team USA. From there, the guys dig into advanced stats—why “Raptors” is outdated, what EPM actually tells us, how LeBron grades out, and even guessing which players might rank worst by those metrics. They wrap things up by appreciating the vets and the culture: marveling at LeBron’s dunks at this age, praising Udonis Haslem’s TV work, floating another iCalledGame idea, showing love to John Wall, and talking about highlight fatigue in the NBA content cycle. A mix of debate, nostalgia, and behind-the-scenes pod energy—Episode 115 delivers classic Yamology. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

    1h 3m

  6. JAN 18

    Episode 114 Lakers Struggles, NBA Europe & Possession Maxxing

    Send a text Matthew, Alex, and Yonny open the episode with an electric moment around the league—Anthony Black throwing down a dunk on four defenders, setting the tone for a high-energy conversation. From there, they jump into the NBA’s growing global footprint, reacting to games in Berlin and London, Ja Morant headlining international matchups, and even touching on the fashion and vibes that come with the league going overseas. The conversation shifts into on-court trends and surprises. The guys debate whether the Nuggets look different—and maybe even better stylistically—without Jokic, breaking down their faster pace, small-ball lineups, Aaron Gordon at the five, and why Jokic’s plus-minus “farming” might finally be over. That leads into bigger questions around MVP buzz, Jaylen Brown’s candidacy, Shai’s streak of 20-point games, and whether anyone can slow his consistency. They also introduce some new Yamology language, including the idea of “possession maxxing vs. possession mixing,” using it to frame how teams like the Lakers are playing this season. Skit gives a rapid-fire one-minute summary of the Lakers’ year so far, followed by Matt’s deeper dive into what’s actually wrong with the team—why the defense feels mid, why Luka somehow grades out as their best defender by rating, and which trade targets could realistically change their trajectory. Elsewhere around the league, they touch on the Jonathan Kuminga situation in Golden State, why some teams consistently underperform in exhibition games, and what to make of potential trades as the season develops. The episode closes with OKC-centric reflections, including a review of Heat vs. Thunder, extra-possession battles, Andrew Wiggins continuing his Thunder-killer ways, and reliving key playoff moments—Game 7 memories, Tyrese Haliburton Finals talk, and what it truly feels like to win a championship as a fan. Fast-moving, idea-heavy, and packed with new concepts—Episode 114 is pure Yamology. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

    1h 2m

  7. JAN 4

    Episode 113 – Is Shai’s MVP Inevitable?

    Send a text The new year kicks off with Matthew, Alex, and Yonny setting resolutions for 2026 and talking about the habits, goals, and ideas they want to carry into the year ahead. Matt opens the show with a thoughtful quote on patience and mastery, setting a reflective tone before the basketball debate begins. The episode quickly centers on its core question: Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander now guaranteed to win MVP? With Nikola Jokic sidelined by injury, Alex argues that the race is effectively over, while Skit estimates Shai’s chances at around 55–65%. The guys break down what Jokic’s absence means for the award and whether anyone can realistically catch Shai down the stretch. They explore other MVP possibilities through players like Jaylen Brown, Cade Cunningham, Luka Dončić, Tyrese Maxey, and Philly’s situation. Jaylen Brown’s ability as a true first option becomes a major talking point, alongside Alex’s breakdown of Boston’s defensive wings, depth, and why the Celtics are built to sustain success. The conversation then shifts to league-wide movement and rumors, including Trae Young trade talk and the challenge of finding the right contender fit for his skillset. They run through potential trade packages involving the Bucks, Heat, and Timberwolves. Matt takes a LeBron tangent, highlighting the wild stat that LeBron has played against roughly 36% of all NBA opponents in history, before the group discusses Kawhi Leonard quietly putting together the best regular-season stretch of his career. The episode wraps with All-Star voting discussion, touching on international voting patterns and why LeBron’s numbers are noticeably down this season. A thoughtful start to the year with big MVP questions and classic Yamology debate. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

    52 min

  8. 12/22/2025

    Episode 112: Christmas Day Matchups & Raptors Cut Analysis

    Send a text Matthew and Alex open the episode with a big Christmas Day–themed intro as All-Star voting officially gets underway. They run through holiday matchups and early-season storylines, including Russ vs. KD and Kings vs. Rockets, while checking in on teams like the Kings, Nets, and Clippers to separate real contenders from noise. The discussion turns to team breakdowns, starting with the Cleveland Cavaliers and why their talent hasn’t translated into consistent success. From there, they dive into the Raptors’ spacing problems and struggles attacking the middle of the floor, before circling back to Sacramento basketball and how the Kings keep forcing themselves into the conversation. The Knicks also get a temperature check as the season progresses. Wembanyama is labeled must-watch TV—especially in games against OKC—which leads into a broader look at the Spurs as a complete team. Dallas also comes up, with Ryan Nembhard helping reshape how the Mavericks are viewed. Alex then walks through how the Thunder lost to the Timberwolves, which sparks one of the episode’s most heated moments: a real debate between Matt and Alex over Alex’s knowledge and evaluation of Isaiah Hartenstein. The episode closes with Alex reflecting on calling the Cavs vs. Magic game, grounding the conversation in real-game experience. Holiday energy, sharp analysis, and classic Yamology tension—Episode 112 delivers. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

    55 min
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Imagine a Canadian, a Scot, and a German walk into a bar and decide to start a basketball podcast to publically debate, share stories, and analyze the NBA as a whole... This is that show, welcome to YAMology. Join our hosts Yonny, Matt, and Alex in their journey of sharing their analysis of the NBA/Basketball on a deep level with our weekly shows!

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