Numbers on The Board

On this episode of Numbers on the Board, the crew delivers the very harsh truth about EVERY remaining team left in the playoffs. Will the Pacers even the series after Game 4 and can the same be said for the defending champion Nuggets? Or are the Timberwolves and Knicks built to take a commanding 3-1 lead versus those teams? Plus, what do the guys make of the Cavs-Celtics and Mavs-Thunder series as both series sit at 1-1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick rate the best players in this year’s playoffs based on outstanding performances - which player has had the best postseason thus far? On Drop The Mike, Mike asks if a new champion is crowned this season, which team would you want to see win a chip? The Timberwolves take a 2-0 lead against the defending champion Nuggets, and frustrations seem to be boiling over in Denver. Is this series all but over? New York is jumping after Jalen Brunson leads the Knicks to a game one victory against the Pacers in front of a star-studded celebrity row, leading the team to play a game of “What are they famous for?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With nearly all of the 2nd Round matchups of the NBA playoffs set - Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick predict how the Eastern and Western semi-conference matchups will play out. On Drop The Mike, Mike asks which playoff teams have improved their stock after the 1st round of the playoffs? The failure of the Suns season led their owner to make head-scratching comments: what’s next for Phoenix? Darvin Ham is out as the Lakers head coach; what will be the trickle-down effect in L.A.? J.J. Redick is rumored to get a head coaching position this off-season; which team will be the best fit for Redick? The Knicks closed out a memorable opening-round series against the 76ers; what was the biggest reason New York prevailed? Heat find themselves at a crossroads following their first-round defeat at the hands of the Celtics. Will Jimmy Butler be a centerpiece in Miami following this season? Is it fair to consider year one of the Giannis Dame pairing a failure? Finally, the guys share their thoughts on the latest diss tracks from Drake and Kendrick Lamar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Numbers on the Board, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick take a look at Kevin Durant and LeBron James’ future with the Suns and Lakers. Could they team up with Steph Curry to form a big 3?! The young movement is real as the Timberwolves and Thunder swept their way into the 2nd round meanwhile the defending champion Nuggets also booked their ticket to the West’s semi-finals. On ‘Drop The Mike’ the guys discuss a pet peeve of theirs plus they take a look at some big names players that could be staying or going this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the NBA Playoffs in full swing, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick reveal which series they believe are already over! Plus, on Drop The Mike, the guys discuss their favorite storyline in the playoffs, including why Pierre is not a fan of the current NBA product. The Lakers find themselves in a 0-3 against the Nuggets on the brink of getting swept - again - is it time to blow things up in L.A., and what does the future hold for LeBron James? L.A.'s other team finds themselves in a tough series against the Mavericks. Could the Clippers advance without a significant contribution from Kawhi Leonard? The Sun is about to set on Phoenix. Is this series more about what the Timberwolves are doing well or what the Suns are doing awfully? Knicks, Sixers are in a battle. Is this series destined to go to a game 7? After a phenomenal game 3, will the Bucks bounce back in their series vs. Pacers? Magic bounced back big in game 3 vs. Cavs, and Heat shocked the Celtics in game 2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Kenny in New York on First Take, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick break down the opening games of the playoffs with early reactions. Are the Lakers doomed after losing on a game-winner to go down 2-0 versus the Nuggets? Should the Mavs be worried after a lopsided loss to the Kawhi Leonard-less Clippers? Are the Bucks and Knicks legit threats to knocking the Celtics off? Plus, are the Timberwolves, Thunder, and Cavs being overlooked? The fellas discuss that and their excitement with NOTB being on ESPN2 every Tuesday through the NBA Playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the playoff matchups locked-in, Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick predict how the NBA postseason will play out. Which players are X-factors to their team’s success? Which teams are sleepers? Which teams are on upset alert in the first round? Plus, it was a big week for the NOTB family, from appearing on a Times Square billboard to sharing their excitement ahead of their ESPN2 debut! On Drop The Mike, the team debate the importance of winning Game 1 in a playoff series. The Bulls’ season came to an end in Miami on Friday, is it time for Chicago to make some sweeping changes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the NBA playoffs tip off Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick start by predicting the winners of every play-in game. Should the Lakers lose to avoid the Nuggets? Who has the advantage: Warriors or Kings and will it be Joel Embiid or Jimmy Butler to lead their team to victory. On ‘Drop the Mike’ the guys talk about the first playoff series they remember vividly. Plus, Blake Griffin officially retires from the NBA and the guys remember some of his greatness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're at the finish line of the NBA regular season, and before we get set for the playoffs - Kenny, Pierre, Mike, and Darrick take a look back at all the happenings of the 2023-2024 NBA season. Also, the top seed in the Western Conference is up for grabs; ultimately, which team will grab it? The Clippers are locked in to face the Mavericks in round one of the NBA playoffs, but will Kawhi Leonard return in time for Los Angeles? Victor Wembanyama closes out one of the most impressive rookie seasons in recent history. Could Wemby win an MVP award in the next two seasons, besting Derrick Rose's record as the youngest MVP in league history Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s award season on this episode of Numbers on the Board and the guys start by debating Luka or Jokic for MVP. Why Victor Wembanyama is the runaway rookie of the year, Rudy Gobert’s defensive dominance and so much more. Plus, the NOTB crew name their All-NBA, All-Defensive, and All-Rookie teams AND come up with some of their own NEW awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices