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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. 4d ago

    Episode 144 – Bad Ballmer, Celtics Chaos & The Return of Tacko Fall

    Send us Fan Mail Matthew and Alex are back with another offseason episode covering a chaotic mix of NBA storylines. The guys start with Amen Thompson and the Rockets, discussing his development and how Houston's cap construction could shape the team's future. From there, the conversation shifts to the Celtics, with Matthew and Alex looking ahead to Boston's season and making their predictions. They also discuss social-media following, player popularity and how online narratives can influence the way players and teams are perceived. Then comes the return of 2019. Tacko Fall and Ben Simmons are back in the league, sending the guys down memory lane to the era of preseason Tacko highlights and the hype surrounding one of the NBA's biggest cult figures. The Kawhi Leonard and Clippers situation becomes another major topic. Matthew and Alex discuss the controversy surrounding Kawhi, the punishment facing the Clippers, and whether Sacramento or Los Angeles has the stronger claim to being one of the biggest disasters in NBA history. They also get into Pablo Torre, ESPN criticism and the wider media coverage surrounding the story. Naturally, the guys revisit the infamous hypothetical of SGA plus 10 picks for Kawhi and Paul George, looking at how that scenario looks with hindsight. The episode wraps with another I Called Game moment and plenty of offseason NBA chaos. Amen Thompson, Celtics predictions, Kawhi controversy, 2019 nostalgia and Tacko Fall's return—Episode 144 is another Yamology offseason classic. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

  2. Aug 30

    Episode 143 - Topic Thunder Cameo + Wolves Additons

    Send us Fan Mail Matthew, Alex, and Skit are back for another offseason episode, with the main topic being a big moment for the podcast: appearing on the OKC Topic Thunder podcast. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4FoSoXj6c44eMWOYd2wZHO?si=241a70b0ad704d16 The guys talk about the experience of making a cameo on another Thunder show, including getting up early on Friday and everything that went into the appearance. They reflect on how exciting it is to connect with other people in the NBA podcast space—and naturally, that leads to an important Yamology question: if you're part of the podcast, are you a Yamologist or a Yammer? After the intro and some general offseason chat, the conversation moves back into basketball. The guys discuss different teams, roster moves and potential fits, including a conversation around Jonathan Kuminga and the Timberwolves. Could Kuminga be the ultimate Minnesota player? Matthew, Alex and Skit break down how he could fit with Minnesota, particularly on the defensive end. They also touch on Klay Thompson and other offseason storylines as they work through the quieter part of the NBA calendar. To finish the episode, the guys make an unexpected return to football. They look back at the early 2010s era of the sport and compare how football has evolved alongside the modern NBA, discussing tactics, player roles and how both games have changed. A Thunder podcast cameo, the great Yamologist-or-Yammer debate, NBA offseason talk and football comparisons—Episode 143 has a bit of everything. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

  3. Aug 23

    Episode 142 – Are the Nuggets Still Better Than the Jazz & Blazers?

    Send us Fan Mail Matthew and Alex are joined briefly by Skit, calling in live from the Brooklyn Bridge, before the main episode gets underway. The guys start with a more personal conversation about life and the moments that made them realise they were becoming adults, sharing some of their favourite stories and experiences. From there, it's all NBA as they dive into the Northwest Division, starting with the Denver Nuggets. They break down Denver's offseason, including Spencer Jones, Peyton Watson's departure, and how the second apron is already forcing championship contenders to make difficult roster decisions. The guys discuss how much Denver has invested in its title-winning core and whether the new CBA has fundamentally changed their outlook. That leads to the big question: are the Nuggets actually on the same level as the Jazz and Blazers after the offseason? Alex sees Denver as a potential play-in team, while Matt still expects them to make the playoffs. The guys then assess Utah's new roster around Lauri Markkanen and Darryn Peterson before turning to Portland and where the Blazers fit in the Western Conference. Life stories, second-apron chaos, and one big question: have the Nuggets fallen into the same tier as Utah and Portland? Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

  4. Aug 16

    Episode 141 – Lakers Ownership, Billionaire Tax Breaks & Russell Westbrook

    Send us Fan Mail Matthew and Alex open Episode 141 with a brief discussion about the Lakers’ ownership change and the wider relationship between billionaire wealth, sports franchises, and the tax system. They touch on how sports teams can be used as financial assets by some of the world’s wealthiest people, before moving into the real heart of the episode: Russell Westbrook and what he means to them personally. The guys go back to the beginning and talk about how they got into basketball, with Westbrook and the Thunder playing a huge role in that journey. They discuss why they picked OKC as their team, how Russ became an inspiration, and what it was about his style of play that made him so captivating to watch. From there, they work their way through Westbrook’s career, particularly his incredible prime from 2016 through 2021. They revisit the MVP season, the triple-doubles, the ridiculous athleticism, clutch performances, playoff runs, and the sheer chaos that came with watching Russ at his peak. But the conversation goes beyond stats and highlights. Matthew and Alex talk about how following Westbrook and the Thunder shaped their lives, their friendship with basketball, and their love for the NBA. They reflect on the players they watched alongside Russ and the different eras of teammates he had throughout his career, from Kevin Durant and James Harden to Paul George, Carmelo Anthony, Steven Adams, and others. The guys also discuss the evolution of Westbrook as a player and how his reputation changed as his career moved from Oklahoma City to Houston, Washington, Los Angeles and beyond. They separate the later-career struggles from the player Russ was at his absolute best—and why none of that can erase the impact he had on a generation of fans. Most importantly, this becomes a conversation about what athletes can mean to you before you even realize it. Westbrook wasn't simply a player Matthew and Alex watched; he was one of the reasons they fell in love with basketball in the first place. The episode closes by reflecting on Russ's legacy, the memories he's given them, and why prime Russell Westbrook will always be special to the Yamology story. From discovering basketball to choosing the Thunder, growing up watching Russ, and reliving the best years of his career—Episode 141 is a tribute to the player who helped shape their love of the game. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

  5. Aug 9

    Episode 141: Current NBA draft

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to YAMology! In todays off-season Episode the Canadian, Scott and German briefly talk about the Kawhi situation and what they think is going to happen here. Right after that they go into a heated snake draft battle against one another and see who can draft the best team out of current NBA players. Be sure to comment on who you think drafted the best team.  With that being said: Enjoy this weeks episode! Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

  6. Aug 2

    Episode 140: Games and Chill

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another Episode of YAMology! The Offseason is in full swing - not only in the NBA, but also for the Hosts, that's why Skit and Alex decided to play a couple games of I called Game, Higher Lower NBA Contract and Six Rings on this mini pod Episode. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

  7. Jul 26

    Episode 139: LeBron to Philly, Hezonja to the Cavs, Dort in ATL, Spencer Jones Qualifying Offer, and East vs West Comparisons

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back YAMgang to another Episode of YAMology! This week the Canadian and the German give their thoughts about the big offseason acquisitions that have happened the last two weeks: - LeBron signing with the 76ers - Lu Dort getting traded to the Hawks - Mario Hezonja coming back to the NBA - And Spencer Jones signing a qualifying offer with the Thunder While also giving a quick rundown of the East vs West dynamic come next season. Hope you enjoy the listening! Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

  8. Jul 13

    Episode 138: Aday Mara struggles and issues around Sportsbetting

    Send us Fan Mail In this offseason Episode of YAMology we look at the start of the Summer League, which players are going off and which players need more time to develop. Then we go over the Malik Beasley Betting scandal and why Sports Betting is ruining sports overall and the fan experience before we wrap it up with a short stint of playing six rings against each other and todays I called game. Linktree https://linktr.ee/yamology https://www.youtube.com/@YAMologyNBA Twitter https://x.com/YAMology_Pod

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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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