No Look Pass Podcast

With injuries to two of their key players in Marc Gasol and Mike Conley, things are looking grim for the Memphis Grizzlies. Having lost their last six games, they continue to fight for a playoff spot in the suddenly competitive Western Conference. However, it is not all bad in Memphis, at least in the hosts point of view, as a version of their grit n' grind playing style seems to have resurfaced. When did Jordan Farmar start living again? How likely is a Tony Allen/;Lance Stephenson locker room showdown? Are the Grizzlies in rebuild mode? Also, the hosts will make some predictions for regular season awards, including MVP, where one of the hosts may not pick Steph Curry (that's not actually true), Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, and Coach of the Year.

Death and Taxes may need to seriously consider adding the Gregg Popovich Spurs making the playoffs to the club of the inevitable realities of life. The hosts at the NLP Podcast spend a week watching the Spurs to attempt to comprehend just how Pop and the Spurs are able to continuously duplicate their success, and why Pop is the true Troll God. They will also discuss the fight at the bottom of the Western Conference playoff picture, and some potential March Madness ramifications for the NBA. Listen to archived episodes at WRSPN.com and follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast.

Without the services of Blake Griffin, the LA Clippers have seemingly not lost a step, which has led some to believe that the team may be better off without him. Is that possible? Where does JJ Redick rank in the white player hierarchy? Is Chris Paul the worst teammate in the NBA, and is that even a bad thing? The hosts will also play a playoff edition of "Assist or Turnover," and see who will better or worsen their position in the current playoff standings. Listen to archived episodes of the podcast at WRSPN.com and follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast.

The tradtional layout of the Eastern Conference in the last 5-10 years has heavily involved the Chicago Bulls as a potential contender for the championship. However, this season sees them struggling to even get into the race, let alone win it. What exactly has gone wrong in Chicago, and why are they hovering around .500? Will Derrick Rose ever be an all-star again? What do they miss more: Joakim Noah's defense or his ponytail? The hosts will also discuss the most competitive regular season award, and the prospects of Kevin Durant leaving OKC given their recent big losses against teams they will likely have to beat in the playoffs. Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast and listen to archived episodes at WRSPN.com

Last week, Frank picked the Milwaukee Bucks as a potential second half surprise team, and they did not give his prediction much clout with their performance last week. Will the Bucks continue to disappoint toward the end of the season, or will the young talents like Jabari Parker and the Greek Freak propel them to turn it aorund? The hosts also must discuss where they were when the Steph Curry shot went in against the Thunder, and some teams they are looking forward to seeing tested come playoff time. Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast and listen to archived episodes at WRSPN.com.  

The NBA season is officially starting to heat up with the all-star break in the rear view mirror. The trade deadline has passed, and teams are starting to see the playoffs in sight. Are the Detroit Pistons one of those playoff bound teams in the Eastern Conference, or will they fall just short of the race? Is Andre Drummond in the conversation for the best center? If not, maybe the most entertaining (sorry Boogie)? More importantly, is the Reggie Jackson/Drummond pick and roll the best in the league? Also, the hosts will tell you some second half teams to look out for who may put a scare into some of the league's elite. Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast and listen to archived episodes at WRSPN.com

The NBA season has turned a corner as the teams prepare for their post all-star break journey toward the playoffs. The next hurdle for teams is the trade deadline. Who will be buyers and sellers? Which team should stand pat and which teams should be looking to make a move in order to contend?  The hosts will also nominate one player who needs a change or scenery and one player who is likely to be on the move. Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast and listen to archived episodes at WRSPN.com

With the fourth pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, the New York Knicks selected Kristaps Porzingis to an array of boos, and quietly reinvented their team in the process. Competing for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, the No Look Pass Podcast is curious what the team that occupies MSG has to offer to the playoff picture. Is Arron Afflalo this generations Jamal Crawford? Can Three Six Latvia kill a White Walker? Should the Knicks consider moving Carmelo Anthony? With the trade deadline approaching, the fellas will also build on their segment from last week, where they proposed a few teams that should make a move, and provide a couple of hypothetical trades with the help of the almighty trade machine. Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast and listen to archived episodes at WRSPN.com

Since the start of the NBA season, the Eastern Conference has had one main unanswered question: Will anyone pose a threat to LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers on their road to the Finals? With the Toronto Raptors on an 11-game winning streak as of this writing, they seem to be a potential answer to that riddle. The No Look Pass podcast spent a week watching the Raptors in an attempt to better gauge that very thing. The hosts will also discuss potential All-Star snubs, and teams who may be one piece away from contention. Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast and listen to archived episodes at WRSPN.com

On their continuous journey across the NBA, the No Look Pass podcasts makes a pitstop in Minnesota to visit with the young Minnesota Timberwolves. With two #1 picks in a row in Andrew Wiggins and Karl-Anthony Towns, the Wolves look to be on their way to a successful rebuild. How do vets like Ricky Rubio and Kevin Garnett help or hurt this journey? Is KAT a good nickname? Who is their Batman and who is their Robin? Also, with the Golden State Warriors and the San Antonio Spurs ready to showdown for the first time this season, the hosts will continue their argument on who is atop the NBA ladder, and break down the match up. Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast and listen to archived episodes at WRSPN.com.

The No Look Pass Podcast continues their stops around the NBA with the Miami Heat, and the hosts attempt to untangle their  mysterious up and down season. Is Dwyane Wade still the Heat's best player? Does Hassan Whiteside help or hurt their chances? How many white guys is too many white guys in your rotation? Plus, the San Antonio Spurs continue to silently demolish the entire NBA, and it is finally time to give them their fair due. Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast and listen to archived episodes at WRSPN.com

As the Kevin Durant free agency looms, the OKC Thunder are off to an impressive start to their 2015-2016 campaign. What will it take to keep KD in OKC? Why can't Billy Donovan use his biggest advantage personnel wise? Also, can anyone challenge the Cavaliers in the East, and how are the Spurs STILL underrated? As usual, the hosts will bring you the best and worst performers of the fantasy basketball week. Follow the podcast on Twitter @NLPPodcast and find archived episodes at WRSPN.com  

As the NBA continues to transition to the "pace and space" strategy, the NLP Podcast wants to remember one of their favorite eras of basketball, the Grit N' Grind Memphis Grizzlies. With Zach Randolph and Tony Allen now coming off the bench, where do the Grizzlies stand in the suddenly weaker Western Conference?  Along with that, the hosts will have a chance to replace one of their preseason playoff picks, and will discuss what is going wrong with the Phoenix Suns. Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast and find archived episodes at WRSPN.com.

In episode 12 of The No Look Pass Podcast, the hosts discuss their week spent with the Portland Trailblazers. Can Damian Lillard be a teams best player? Why can't you knock Lillard's hustle? Are the Blazers the best bad team in the league? All of those questions, along with some on-court observations will be answered. With a quarter of the NBA season in the books, there are already fan bases who should not be planning their vacations around their teams come playoff time. The fellas will eliminate a few teams from contention. Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast and listen to archived episodes at WRSPN.com

For host Andy Flint, it has been a longtime coming for his favorite NBA basketball team, the Orlando Magic. Keep in mind: He roots for the Detroit Lions in football, so the man knows misery. However, the young Magic have been one of the most pleasant surprises in the overall improved Eastern Conference. Should Victor Oladipo come off the bench permanently? Is Scott Skiles the mediocre team whisperer? Is Aaron Gordon black or white? The fellas will tackle all of these important questions, and try to keep Andy from having an on-air fangasm.  

In episode 10 of The No Look Pass Podcast, the fellas discuss their week with the surprising resurgance of the Indiana Pacers. Is Paul George a superstar? Are the Pacers the second best team in the Eastern Conference? Why does George Hill look like Sisqo?  Along with that, Draymond Green's role on the Warriors is undeniable, but is he really one of the 10 best players in the NBA? The hosts will discuss, and will tell you about some teams they still believe in despite slow starts. Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast!

The No Look Pass Podcast is back for episode 9, where hosts Frank Santos and Andy Flint continue their journey around the NBA, stopping in Phoenix to spend some time with the Suns. Among the questions they have: Are Eric Bledsoe and Brandon Knight the best backcourt in the NBA? Plus, the fellas owe some apologies to teams and players they were skeptical of in the preseason that have proven them wrong (yes, that does happen occasionally!), and back by popular demand: Another game of "Assist or Turnover." Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast and find all archived episodes at WRSPN.com

The No Look Pass Podcast is back for another week with their "While You Were Watching TNT" segment featuring DeMarcus Cousins and the Sacramento Kings. We have one question: Are you not entertained?  The fellas also play a game of "Assist or Turnover" with some early season storylines, inclduing whether Kristaps Porzingis is the best thing to happen to basketball in the last 60 years.  Listen to archived episodes of The No Look Pass Podcast at WRSPN.com and follow the podcast on Twitter @NLPPodcast

The No Look Pass Podcast turn their attention to the Boston Celtics for their weekly segment "While You Were Watching TNT". Among the discussions: Who is their best player, where does Isaiah Thomas rank in the "fun player to watch radar", and what is going on with Boston barbers? The guys will also tell you who the stud and scrub was this week in fantasy land of basketball, and does DeMarcus Cousins need a change of scenery? Follow the podcast on twitter @NLPPodcast and listen to archived episodes at WRSPN.com or on the War Room Sports channel on iTunes.

With the 2015-2016 NBA season officiall underway, the fellas at the NLP Podcast finally finish their positional drafts with the centers. DeMarcus Cousins has certainly gotten some buzz, but has he officially become the best center in the league? Assuredly, Marc Gasol and Dwight Howard still have to be in the conversation. Plus, we stay up at night comparing Anderson Verajao and Kosta Koufas so you don't have to. The guys also continue their journey across the NBA in "While You Were Watching TNT" and talk about their observations while spending a week with the Utah Jazz.