The Basketball Jones Podcast

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The Basketball Jones is a must listen for hardcore and casual NBA fans alike. Monday to Friday, J.E. Skeets and Tas Melas discuss the major games/stories from the night before, with a mix of in-depth analysis and entertaining, irreverent humor. Embrace it!

Episodes

  1. 06/21/2013

    Ep. 1007: NBA Finals, Game 7 Recap

    On today's last Fix/Overdose of the season, The Basketball Jones recap an entertaining Game 7 of the NBA Finals, share their favorite and weirdest moments from the 2012-13 postseason, breakdown the proposed Celtics-Clippers deal, and contemplate whether DeMarcus Cousins is a max-money player. All that, plus Leigh's Tweet of the Weak, sleeved jerseys, back problems, Box-Out Kid, and an important offseason programming note. To keep in touch with The Jones, follow us on Facebook, Twitter — @jeskeets, @TasMelas, @TreyKerby, @LeighEllis, @TBJProd and @TBJDir — and/or email us at our new account: skeetsandtas@gmail.com. Thanks to all of you for making the show such a success.

    1h 3m

  2. 06/19/2013

    Ep. 1006: NBA Finals, Game 6 Recap

    On Wednesday's episode of "The Fix," The Jones recap an instant classic — Game 6 of the NBA Finals. Topics discussed include: Ray Allen's three, Chris Bosh's back-and-forth narrative, LeBron sans-headband, Mike Miller sans-shoes, why Pop took Duncan out late, whether Ray fouled Ginobili, Tony Parker's step-back three, Diaw's D, poor Kawhi Leonard, and Chalmers' early contributions. All that, plus unopened free beer, hairy arms, and a whole lot of Zaza "Game 7" drops.

    35 min

  3. 06/17/2013

    Ep. 1005: Game 5 Recap

    On Monday's episode of "The Fix," The Basketball Jones recap Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Topics discussed include: Manu's breakout performance, Tony Parker killin' Cole and Chalmers, Danny Green's unprecedented three-point shooting, Diaw on LeBron, whether Spoelstra should go back to The Birdman, and transition D. All that, plus Jay-Z's commercial, Tim Duncan's masked kids, and women razor blades.

    38 min

  4. 06/14/2013

    Ep. 1004: Game 4 Recap + Coaching Carousel

    On Friday's episode of "The Fix" x "The Overdose," The Jones recap Game 4 of the NBA Finals, before discussing the latest coaching carousel news (Jason Kidd, Doc Rivers, Lionel Hollins, etc.), the NBA's new on-court advertising, and ideas for NBATV’s next documentary. All that, plus grounders, Roxy, mean tweets, the Social Media Awards, and the Stanley Cup.

    1h 8m

  5. 06/12/2013

    Ep. 1003: NBA Finals, Game 3

    On Wednesday's episode of "The Fix," The Jones recap Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Topics discussed include: Danny Green and Gary Neal 11 (!) three-pointers, LeBron's shot selection and passiveness, Tony Parker's status, Spurs' ball movement, whether Wade thinks he's still playing the Pacers, and whether Kawhi Leonard is the early frontrunner for Finals MVP. All that, plus mouthguards, floppy wrists, Sebastien De La Cruz, chants, and more.

    34 min

  6. 06/10/2013

    Ep. 1002: NBA Finals, Game 2

    On Monday's episode of "The Fix," The Jones recap Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Topics discussed include: Mario Chalmers' big game, LeBron's block, Manu's slippery hands, the Heat's defensive adjustment on Tony Parker, and turnovers. All that, plus Jason Kidd's interest in the Nets' head coaching vacancy, the inaugural Twyman/Stokes Teammate Award, paintball, and chalupas.

    30 min

  7. 06/07/2013

    Ep. 1001: NBA Finals, Game 1 Recap

    On Friday's episode of "The Fix" x "The Overdose," The Jones recap Game 1 of the NBA Finals, before discussing Jason Kidd's retirement, the Nuggets firing George Karl, the Pacers' bright future and a new idea for the 2K video game series. All that, plus ring hats, The Boss, title chasers, and the return of JD's kids.

    1 hr

  8. 06/05/2013

    Ep. 1000: Thank You, Friends

    The Jones celebrates its 1,000 Episode with a look back at our Top 20 TBJ Moments. It's a video show so it's not available on iTunes, but we think you'll really enjoy it. Please check it out at thescore.com/tbj Thanks for listening!

    1 min

  9. 06/04/2013

    Ep. 999: NBA Finals Preview + Predictions

    On Tuesday's episode of "The Fix," The Jones break down the Heat-Pacers' Game 7 before previewing and predicting the star-studded NBA Finals. All that, plus Flo Rida, The Spirit of Tasmania, Bieber, sportsmanship, and the TBJ Army.

    46 min

  10. 06/03/2013

    Ep. 998: Game 7, Baby!

    On Monday's episode of "The Fix," The Jones recap Saturday's Heat-Pacers Game 6, before discussing Roy Hibbert's postgame remarks, Grant Hill's retirement, the NBA's Executive of the Year, Masai Ujiri, returning to Toronto, and why it sounds as though Lionel Hollins is done coaching the Memphis Grizzlies. All that, plus Hodor, the G-spot, crepes, Ep. 1000 plans, and Pakistani cricket.

    43 min
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The Basketball Jones is a must listen for hardcore and casual NBA fans alike. Monday to Friday, J.E. Skeets and Tas Melas discuss the major games/stories from the night before, with a mix of in-depth analysis and entertaining, irreverent humor. Embrace it!

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  • Creator
    theScore.com
  • Years Active
    2008 - 2013
  • Episodes
    10
  • Copyright
    © theScore, Inc. 2014

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