The Basketball Jones (Audio)
The Basketball Jones is a must watch/listen for hardcore and casual NBA fans alike. Monday to Friday, J.E. Skeets and Tas Melas discuss the major stories from the night before, with a mix of in-depth analysis and entertaining, irreverent humor. Embrace it!

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On today's show, Skeets and Tas detonate the TNT double-header. How big was the Hornets win over the Suns? What effect is Coach Bower having on his team? Has Pau's return made the Lakers the team to beat? All that, plus Tas starts a Twitter war with Starbury, a Celtic is a wanker and Kelly Dwyer sings for Kobe. Embrace the weekend and Notis Sfakianakis, people!
Direct download: Ep._471.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:27 AM
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On today's show, short-order hosts Skeets & Tas whip up a dog's breakfast of NBA news. Have Coach Woodson's pleas resonated in Atlanta? Is it time to worry about the Spurs? Are the Nets stumbling towards a dubious achievement? All that, plus a video message from Kobe, early MVP chatter and the easiest PG job in the league.

Last night to get in your calls and videos before tomorrow's DVD giveaway. Step up!
Direct download: Ep._470.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:08 PM
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On today's show, Skeets and Tas regroup from blooper day and charge forward. Could AI be a Knickerbocker? Could the Nuggets get home court advantage? Could the Magic be looking for a new PG? All that, plus casting Space Jam 2, more so-bad-they're-good nicknames and Nene's big night. Keep both eyes on the road, folks. You never know what's coming around the bend.
Direct download: Ep._469.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:15 AM
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On today's show, Skeets and Tas choose their own NBA adventure. First through the murky waters of the Stephen Jackson trade, then onto the rollercoaster of the Hawks/Blazers game, and finally sliding down the black hole of the Iverson debacle. All that, plus ridiculous NBA nicknames, sKeats poetry and one more go-round on the Dirkus Circus. Look on my works, ye mighty, and despair!
Direct download: Ep._468.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:38 AM
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On today’s show, Skeets and Tas pick this weekend’s big winners and losers. Did anything beat Brandon Jennings’ cool 55? Are the Hawks an elite East team? Do we need to worry about the Lakers and Celtics? All that, plus the Hornets’ woes continue, semi-clutch Hedo and a peek at Dwayne Wade’s house. Embrace the Monday, people!
Direct download: Ep._467a.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:01 PM
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On today's show, Skeets and Tas serve up a hearty bouillabaisse of Thursday night action. Was Wade's dunk the season's best? Are the Suns in the same class as the Lakers? Why was MJ in Miami? All that, plus bye-bye Byron, no-stat all-stars and Tas unearths a jersey conspiracy. Turn on, tune in, pod out.
Direct download: Ep._466.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:02 PM
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On today's show, the Intern pinch hits for JD while Skeets and Tas immerse themselves in the Cavs-Magic rematch. Did the refs give Dwight a raw deal? Is Mo the ultimate X-factor? Does no Rashard make the win moot? All that, plus Gerald Wallace's surprising rebounding stats, impressive rookies and teams that need a shot of caffeine. Can you kick it? Yes you can.
Direct download: Ep._465.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:27 AM
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On today's Remembrance Day show, Skeets and Tas breakdown the dramatic end to the Bulls/Nugs game. Did Miller get the shot off in time? Is Deng stepping up on D? Should Karl have kept going to Melo in the 4th? All that, plus early front runners for MIP, an all-star ballot suggestion and Tas' hot streak continues. To you from failing hands we throw the torch- be yours to hold it high.
Direct download: Ep._464.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:15 PM
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On today's show, Skeets and Tas clear the wreckage from their Annual General Meeting and marvel at the rising Suns. Is Nash back to old form? Were they underrated coming in to this season? Are they a championship team? All that, plus the AI debacle in Memphis, the great Speedracer debate and the first look at this year's head coach deathwatch. Thanks for joining our quorum, folks! Enjoy the butter tarts.
Direct download: Ep._463.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:31 PM
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On today's show, Skeets and Tas lift anchor and set sail for the uncharted waters of TNT's Thursday night schedule. Can Shaq and Big Z co-exist in Cleveland? Are the Jazz already playing must-win games? Was LeBron robbed of a late-game foul call? All that, plus Yacht Rock Crossfire, the case for Anthony Randolph and Wanker of the Week. Keep it nautical, basketball brethren, and have a smooth weekend.
Direct download: TBJ_462.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:57 AM
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