The Basketball Jones Podcast

On Wednesday's live episode of "The Fix," TBJ whether Jason Kidd's game-winning three-pointer should have counted, 'Melo's sweet touch, the Lakers' pathetic effort, Kyrie Irving vs. Kobe, C.J. Miles, L.A. isolation ball, the Clippers' winning streak, Lamar Odom, and how "A Tribe Called Bench" is now "The Chip Clip." All that, plus Kobe's Pippen, escalators, and tips for taking a five-year-old to an NBA game.

On Tuesday's live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss: Linsanity redux (and whether he can coexist with James Harden), Danny Green's lockdown defense, Tony Parker's first career triple-double, the Heat's third-quarter run, D-Wade, LBJ's dunks, "25 Years of Heat," Josh Smith, the O.J. Mayo/DeMarcus Cousins mix-up, those road warrior Warriors, and how many games Amir Johnson will get suspended. All that, plus new nicknames for the Clips' bench, ridiculous explanations for the Lakers' struggles, NBA YouTube videos, and the greatest call we've ever received. (We love you, Grandma Lana!)

On Monday's live episode of "The Fix," The Jones list their NBA weekend winners and losers. Thumbs up for Matt Bonner's dunk, the Hawks, Westbrook's block, Pierre's return, and some classy Mavs. Thumbs down for Stephen Jackson's "social media gangsta" moves, the Lakers' effort, Bryan Colangelo's excuses, Wesley Matthews' hip, "Kiss Cam," and, by far, the worst free-throw attempt of all-time. All that, plus Ikea Monkey, earrings, MMA, and Leigh's brother's wedding. (Congrats, Tim!)

On today’s show, The Jones discuss Kobe Bryant's milestone and what his legacy will be, whether the three-point gunnin' Knicks are for real, the New Orleans Pelicans, Pau Gasol trade rumors, a few under-the-radar stars, and if David Stern's right about the Hack-a-Dwight strategy being "ludicrous." All that, plus voodoo museums, decathletes, pillows, Andrew Bynum playing Pop-a-Shot, and a vocal Iron Sheik.

On Thursday's live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss Kobe's 30,000-point milestone, Dwight Howard finally setting the tone on defense, J.R. Smith's incredible step-back game-winner, the Clippers' dunks, what's wrong with Iggy, and quick notes on the other seven games from last night's loaded NBA schedule. All that, plus Steven Tyler, Michael Buffer, and "TBJ fashion expert" Leigh Ellis critiques five pairs of Trey Kerby's shoes. Yes, it's amazing as it sounds.

On Wednesday’s live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss Hack-a-Dwight's defensive impact, Greg Smith's hands, the Thunder/Nets turning point, KD nearly killing Blatche, Gerald Wallace at the four, Kevin Seraphin, Miami's ho-hum hustle, RGIII, Z-Bo, and New Orleans expecting to change their nickname to the Pelicans. All that, plus snappy NBA milestones, catchphrases, "Homeland," and pooping your pants.

Will Skeets puke? That's the only question people want answered on this season's first Book-Off/Payoff show. While you wait, the guys break down Blake Griffin's best offensive performance of the season, Byron Mullins' entry into the "Dunk of the Year" conversation, and the futility of being a mid-performing team like the Milwaukee Bucks. All that, plus manly nut snacks, Chris Kaman's Duck Hunt, and the Raptors find a new way to lose! MILK WAS A BAD CHOICE!

On Monday's live, and cozy, episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss NBA Commissioner David Stern fining the Spurs $250,000, before listing some other weekend winners and losers. Thumbs up for Popovich's "rest play" working vs. the Grizzlies, Nicolas Batum's game-winner, a fresh D-Wade, SI's 2012 Sportsmen of the Year, Sideshow Andy, and the undefeated Ryerson Rams. Thumbs down for Dwight Howard, Pau Gasol and the Lakers' defense, as well as the officials for ejecting Rasheed Wallace. "BALL DON'T LIE!" All that, plus we announce what Tuesday's live Book-Off Pay-Off will consist of. Moo.

Join The Jones on the sonic journey that is The Overdose! On today’s show, The Jones break down the San Antonio Spurs' starters controversy. Did Coach Pop's decision to rest Parker, Duncan, and Ginobli cheat fans? Did David Stern make things worse by getting involved? Does Danny Green really need the time off? The guys also evaluate the fairness of Rondo's suspension, the wisdom of starting Derek Fisher over Darren Collison in Dallas, and the likelihood that the Lakers will trade Pau Gasol. All that, plus a Michael Jordan fashion faux pas, Beyonce puns, Russian hats, and a helpful list of statues for Blazers' rookie Damian Lillard to avoid.

On Thursday’s live episode of "The Fix," The Jones discuss the Nets/Celtics brawl/fracas/slap fight, impending suspensions, Jerry Stackhouse's corner threes, the Wizards' first win, Harden's return to OKC, Hasheem Thabeet's ejection/non-ejection, Westbrook's athleticism, Chauncey Billups' return, NBA.com/wedgies, and DeAndre Jordan for Most Improved Player