Dyin’ For The O’Brien

Brent Vastbinder
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Dyin’ For The O’Brien is a new NBA Podcast hosted by Quinton Cools and Brent Vastbinder. Join them as they discuss the league, cut up, interview guests, and follow the battle for The Larry O’Brien Trophy!

  1. 06/26/2024

    19. It's Different Here in Boston

    The Boston Celtics top the Dallas Mavericks to win the Larry O'Brien trophy and the 2024 NBA Championship. Quin and Brent breakdown the NBA Finals as Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum overpower Luka and Kyrie alongside a dominant Boston roster. In "This Week in NBA History," stars guards move teams in blockbuster trades that sent T-Mac, Ray Allen, and Chris Paul to new homes. On "Around the League," Monty Williams get booted one year into his time with the Pistons and JJ goes from Old Man and the Three to the Old Man Making that Laker Money as he takes the Laker heading coaching gig. In a surprising late night Woj Bomb, the Knicks complete their Villanova Avengers line up by adding Mikel Bridges to their team from the Nets.

  2. 06/06/2024

    18. Celtics & Mavs Are Dyin' For The O'Brien

    The NBA Finals are here! Two teams have fought their way to the final matchup and demonstrated that they are truly Dyin' for the O'Brien. Dallas' path took them through the Wolves in the Conference Finals while the Celtics swept the Pacers. Quin and Brent breakdown the second round and conference finals before previewing the NBA Finals. What are the key players and match ups to watch for? Luka and Kyrie face off against Tatum and Brown in an epic conclusion to the 2023-2024 NBA Season!

  3. 05/06/2024

    17. Wolves Eclipse Suns | Pacers Mount Bucks

    The First Round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs is in the books. Anthony Edwards and the Wolves dominated the Suns and the Celtics extinguished the Heat. The Pacers cruised by the injured Bucks while the Nuggets continued their tradition of being the Lakers' dad. The Thunder grounded the Pelicans with ease and the Kicks sent the 76ers home to reconsider the process. The Mavs finally got past the Clippers while the Cavs edged the Magic in a thrilling seven game series. Join the guys as they breakdown the results of the first round and preview the second round matchups. Young Stars are on the rise as a new generation seeks to make their mark on the league!

  4. 04/16/2024

    16. The Playoffs: Where the Magic Happens

    The 2023-2024 regular season has come to a close in dramatic fashion! Next up is the Playoffs! Some teams will seek a playoff brith through Play-In Tournament. Joel Embiid is back and the 76ers haven't lost since his return. The Orlando Magic punched their ticket to the playoffs for the first time in 5 years. The Pelicans fell into the Play-In and now face Lebron and AD. On "This Week in NBA History," Joey Crawford throws Tim Duncan out of a game for laughing while on the bench. Brent and Quin preview all the set playoff series as well as the Play-In games. Boston and Denver look ready to make deep runs in the postseason. Join the guys as they get you ready for the 2024 Playoffs!

  5. 03/21/2024

    15. Playoff Foes | Injury Woes

    The Playoff's are NEXT MONTH and teams are fighting for seeding as well as a "Get Out of The Play-In Free Card." The 76ers and Knicks have looked dominant at various points in the season but injuries to key players have slowed them down. On "This Week in NBA History," Michael Jordan retuned from his first retirement in 1995 to continue the greatest career the league has ever seen. On "Around the League," the Lakers and Warriors struggle while the Mavs and Pelicans surge. Zion is healthy and a BAD MAN. The Orlando Magic are poised to escape the Play-In and still have a shot at home court advantage in the first round behind strong performances from Paolo and Franz. We close by predicting the winners of the Play-In if it started today!

  6. 02/11/2024

    14. Mavs Make Moves | New Look Knicks

    Trade Deadline 2024 was a wild time. The Mavs and Knicks made big moves to make a playoff push while teams like the Jazz stocked up on draft picks. The Sixers won the Buddy Hield sweepstakes and added a shooter to their talented roster. However, Embiid's injury means their momentum between now and the playoffs will be disrupted. The Thunder brought a veteran presence in Gordon Hayward while the Bucks added the notorious Pat Bev to their back-up guard spot. On "This Week in NBA History," the 2008 Phoenix Suns failed to realize Shaq's time to shine had set in Miami and brought him in to play with Steve Nash in a unsuccessful partnership. The Rockets are improved this season but are struggling to find consistency. The Kings are solid again but want to be a contender. Finally, the episode closes with a discussion of which teams are the elite contenders in the East and West. Listen in for the biggest episode of Dyin' For the O'Brien so far!

  7. 01/25/2024

    13. Siakam Heads South | Scary Terry to South Beach

    Trade season is in FULL SWING. The Pacers nab Pascal Siakam from the Raptors and the Heat pick up Terry Rozier. The Bucks fire their rookie head coach 43 games into the season with the second best record in the league. The Cavs, Knicks, and Jazz have been playing excellent basketball. The Blazers are loaded with veterans like Brogdon and Grant that contenders would love to snag. Paolo Banchero continues his All-Star caliber season but injuries are holding the Magic back. Join us as we breakdown the latest news and games in the NBA as teams chase the Larry O'Brien!

  8. 01/03/2024

    12. Pistons Fans Finally Get Their Wings

    The streak is OVER. The Pistons finally snap a 28 game losing streak. OG heads to New York as RJ Barrett heads home to Toronto in a major trade. The Pelicans are playing some fantastic ball these days and the Bulls turn a corner. The Lakers struggle to find wins after winning the In-Season tournament. Paolo and Franz continue to make Magic for Orlando but the team's need for shooting is evident. It's a new year and the NBA moves closer to the trade deadline and the push for the playoffs!

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Dyin’ For The O’Brien is a new NBA Podcast hosted by Quinton Cools and Brent Vastbinder. Join them as they discuss the league, cut up, interview guests, and follow the battle for The Larry O’Brien Trophy!

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  • Creator
    Brent Vastbinder
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Brent Vastbinder
  • Show Website
    Dyin’ For The O’Brien