The Basketball Jones Podcast

On Wednesday's live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss Kobe's fourth quarter, 2010 Pau Gasol, Metta World Peace's return, the disappointing Jazz, the Knicks' three-point shooting, Clyde Frazier facts, and a controversial call in the Pacers-Cavs game. All that, plus NBA Harlem Globetrotters, skiing, cricket, ears, toys, and a list of NBA-related car puns. (You know, Camero Anthony, Marcus Camry, Randy Foyeota, etc.)

On Monday’s live episode of "The Fix," The Jones list their NBA weekend winners and losers. Thumbs up for: Carmelo Anthony and the New York Knicks, the Clippers' first division title, Rick Adelman's 1000th career win, John Wall's confidence, Reggie Evans, the deep Nugs, and Stephen Jackson's "Anchorman" party. Thumbs down for: the Indiana Pacers 0-and-2 weekend, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame for snubin' Spencer Haywood, and Shumpert's adidas 'do. All that, Moneybags Melas, "Forrest Gump" haircuts, and Margaret Thatcher.

On today's Overdose, The Basketball Jones discuss Danilo Gallinari's injury and how it hurts the Nuggets' playoff hopes, the "race" for the No. 4 seed in the East, Shaq's backwards jersey, the value of some of the summer's top free agents, Brittney Griner's NBA chances, and Gary Payton's Hall-of-Fame career. All that, plus stolen Tutankhamun books, chewing gum, and we officially say goodbye to the 2012-13 Toronto Raptors.

On Thursday's live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss the Nuggets' Italian celebration, Evan Fournier, whether Tyrone Corbin will be fired this offseason, 'Melo's 40-point night, Jeff Green, poor Brandon Knight, and the Ryan Hollins-Goran Dragic altercation. All that, plus Tas sings Stevie Wonder, quotes "Dirty Dancing," meows like a cat, and tries to convince strangers to name three NBA players. Yup. It's Book-Off Payoff Day!

On Wednesday's live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss Shaq's Lakers jersey ceremony, Kobe's triple-double (and minutes), Earl Clark's energy, what was wrong with Dirk, 'Melo's odd 50-point night, Mike Miller's put-back dunk, John Wall's blocking abilities, and Brent Barry's "Kenny Pictures" halftime gag. All that, plus free throw frequency, NBA tag teams, basketball video games, and some Australian Rules Football fight songs. ("See the Bombers fly up, up!")

On Tuesday's live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss what's wrong with the Clippers, if Vinny Del Negro is to blame, Chris Paul's rough shooting night, Roy Hibbert's comedian posse, Conley's game-winning layup, whether Jerryd Bayless is Jason Terry 2.0, Utah's fifth straight victory, and that Tinsley-Evans oop. All that, plus Andre Iguodala opting out, our favorite NBA brother combos, and which NBA team we think would turn the smoothest 6-4-3 double play?

On Monday’s live episode of "The Fix," The Jones list their NBA weekend winners and losers. Thumbs up for: Spoelstra and the Heat, a vintage Dirk performance, Kobe passing Wilt, and Van Earl Wright's r-r-r-r-r-r-r-r-r-r-return. Thumbs down for: the Los Angeles Clippers, Raymond Felton talkin' shit, Andre Drummond's free-throws, and referee Dan Crawford. All that, plus fantasy basketball and Lion's Quest.

On today's live Overdose, The Jones discuss the Bulls snapping the Heat's 27-game win streak, LeBron's post-game comments, whether the Lakers can hold to a playoff spot without Ron-Ron, ditching conferences for the playoffs, individual postseason debuts we're excited to see, and some of our favorite NBA wild finishes — Tyreke Evans, Rodney Rogers, Derek Fisher, etc. All that, plus Kanye West lyrics, mimes, and we say goodbye to the 2012-13 Orlando Magic.

On Wednesday's live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss the Mavericks biggest win of the season, an entertaining CP3 vs. Dirk duel, Blake's questionable offensive foul call, why the Clippers stopped attacking the paint, booing Lamar Odom, an efficient J.R. Smith, Kenyon Martin's recent play, and Avery Bradley's offensive struggles. All that, plus a game of "Would You Rather," Moses, beards, attending pre-game shootarounds, the Charles BARK-ley All-Stars, and Leigh's most impressive streak.

On Tuesday's live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss LeBron's cross-court passing, The Birdman's contributions, poor Beno Udrih, the stellar Magic broadcast, John Wall's 47-point night, the Wizards' future, the Warriors' simple offensive game plan, Kobe's post-game comments, and the suddenly interesting race for the West's No. 8 seed. All that, plus hair-to-hair combos, a weird basketball dream, Bubba Watson, late-season injuries, players interviewing players, and NBA performance art ideas.

On Monday’s live episode of "The Fix," The Jones list their NBA weekend winners and losers. Thumbs up for: Miami and Denver's streaks, James Harden, Patrick Beverely and the Rockets, half-court shots, Mike James, Kevin Johnson, and the return of Awesome NBA Voice Guy. Thumbs down for: the human anatomy (Marc Gasol's abs, Paul George's finger, Joakim Noah's feet), and the Milwaukee Bucks. All that, plus Chris Bosh and rocking chairs.

On today's Overdose, The Jones discuss the Heat's impressive 24-game winning streak, their odds at tying or surpassing the '71-72 Lakers record, our favorite playoff race storylines, Andray Blatche screwin' the Wizards, players and teams who have disappointed us this season, and Dirk Nowitzki's future. All that, plus "Bowling for Contracts," organic bananas, Mrs. Woobly O'Balls, Manu Ginobili's upcoming AMA Reddit, "The Bachelor," and Leigh Ellis returns for Tweet of the Weak and to recite a scene from "Four Weddings and a Funeral."

On Thursday's live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss last night's NBA March Madness. Topics discuss include: the Heat's 27-point (!) comeback, LeBron's celebration, whether fans running out onto the court are going to ruin everything, Marc Gasol's game-winning tip, Kevin Durant's third quarter, what in the world Scott Brooks is doing, mini-Linsanity, the free-falling Jazz, and Anthony Davis' first NBA moment. All that, plus another round of "Twitter Beef," featuring Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, billionaire blowhard Donald Trump, and "SalesDan48."

On Wednesday's live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss the high-flyin' Nuggets, Andre Miller's inspirational pre-game speech, whether OKC is a little bored, Toney Douglas, Chris Paul's flop, and the Bucks' impressive first half vs. the Blazers. All that, plus Rihanna, school assemblies, books for LeBron, and new collective nicknames.

On Tuesday's live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss LeBron's fourth quarter (and ridiculous dunk on JET), Jeff Green's impressive 43-point night, the Nuggets-Bulls questionable officiating, tip-ins and whether the NBA should ditch the offensive interference call, and Andrew Bynum's season-beginning/ending surgery. All that, plus overlooked NBA storylines, day basketball, a birthday shout-out, and which NBA player would make the best crossing guard.