2022-23 NBA Season Preview: Northwest Division

Episode 166: Why is Anthony Edwards already being linked to Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes have answers. They also weigh the Minnesota Timberwolves' ceiling after Karl Anthony Towns' meniscus tear. Additionally, they predict which teams are positioned for strong finishes to the 2023-24 NBA Regular Season while also lamenting franchises that have yet to host an NBA All-Start game.

Episode 165: Let all hand-wringing cease and the tears be wiped away... Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes have fixed the NBA All-Star game and all problems with no defense and high scoring are solved! Well, sort of. The guys also make predictions for the home stretch of the NBA season while breaking down Mike Conley's extension in Minnesota and Jacque Vaughn's firing in Brooklyn, plus much more.

Episode 164: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the NBA's landscape leading into the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend, including the biggest surprises and disappointments so far. They also weigh the staying power of the New York Knicks, LA Clippers and Oklahoma City Thunder in their respective conferences.

Episode 163: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes are not happy with the Milwaukee Bucks after firing Adrian Griffin, but they're furious for replacing him with Doc Rivers. They also break down the beauty of the Indiana Pacers' trade for Pascal Siakam, how Terry Rozier to the Miami Heat is a no-brainer, LeBron James' 20th All-Star selection, and why Joel Embiid's 70 points is more than just "the W" that Karl Anthony Towns couldn't get with his 62.

Episode 162: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes are losing hope in the Golden State Warriors but remain fine with the Los Angeles Lakers' recent skid. They break down what the OG Anunoby trade means to the New York Knicks and whether RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley will be Toronto Raptors long-term. They also check in on Victor Wembanyama's Spurs supporting cast and what the plan is in San Antonio.

Episode 161: It's finally time for the Golden State Warriors to trade Draymond Green following his most recent suspension. Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes set the market, destinations and expectations for the Dubs' lightning rod. They also break down Giannis Antetokounmpo's 64-point eruption and debate whether the Phoenix Suns are dangerous or not now that they have Bradley Beal back.

Episode 160: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes have been watching Tyrese Haliburton and these Indiana Pacers longer than most. Here's all you've been missing as they burst onto the national stage against a championship-ready LeBron James and his L.A. Lakers. They also discuss the miserable Detroit Pistons, the New York Knicks' star "problem," the staying power of the Minnesota Timberwolves and what the NBA's In-Season Tournament's real value has proven to be.

Episode 159: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes detail Anthony Edwards' evolution and how it propelled the Minnesota Timberwolves to such a strong start. They also break down how Kyrie Irving's sacrifices have helped the Dallas Mavericks while wondering if Russell Westbrook can do the same for the James Harden-ed L.A. Clippers. Draymond Green's headlock, the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers also make this yet another fun episode of Basketball by Association!

Episode 158: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes share their initial likes and dislikes of the NBA Cup so far as well as lamenting nearly everything about the James Harden trade for all involved. They also break down early-season surprises, disappointments and failed predictions from the NBA's first couple of weeks.

Episode 157: Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes round up the first few nights of the NBA season by discussing Damian Lillard and Victor Wembanyama's debuts, as well as one big-market coach who may already be in trouble. They also discuss the NBA All-Star Game's return to a traditional format, James Harden's latest drama and how honoring Kobe Bryant is in danger of becoming cynically promotional in some circles.