Category Archives: Hardwood Knocks

Hardwood Knocks breaks down the implications of the Jalen Brunson extension for the New York Knicks.

Jalen Brunson Just Changed Everything for the New York Knicks

Dan discusses the impact of the Jalen Brunson extension on the Knicks (and Brunson himself). After that, he makes good on the Charlotte Hornets state-of-the-rebuild thoughts he owes everyone. Finally, he reacts to Paul George exposing the Los Angeles Clippers during contract negotiations. Listen to

Hardwood Knocks checks in on the progress of all the NBA rebuilds.

Which Rebuilding NBA Teams Have The Brightest Future?

Dan is joined by Es Baraheni (@JustEsBaraheni) from Forbes, Raptors Republic and Bleacher Report for a vibe check on the various rebuilding projects in the NBA. This time around, they spend most of their time on the Toronto Raptors but also extensively hit the Washington

Hardwood Knocks goes in depth on the most fascinating NBA teams following the chaotic start of 2024 free agency.

The Most Interesting NBA Teams After 2024 Free Agency

Dan is joined by Mo Dakhil (@MoDakhil_NBA) from Bleacher Report and The Athletic to discuss some of the NBA teams they find most interesting following the meat and potatoes of 2024 free agency. TIMESTAMPS👇 Listen to “Sir, This Is A Wemby's” on Spreaker. 0:00 –

Hardwood Knocks runs through the biggest need every NBA team still needs to address following the first wave of free agency.

Every NBA Team’s Biggest Need Following 2024 Free Agency

Dan goes through his biggest need for every NBA team following the first wave of free agency and general offseason movement. TIMESTAMPS👇 Listen to “Klay It Ain't So, Dray Will Not Go, Turn The Lightyears Off, Curry Me Home” on Spreaker. 0:00 – INTRO1:57 –

Hardwood Knocks is previewing the 2024-25 NBA season for EVERY NBA team with EXPERTS who cover/follow each one.

Reacting to EVERY 2024 NBA Free Agency Deal (So Far)

Dan reacts to EVERY deal from 2024 NBA free agency so far, with some deeper-dive (or angry-blogperson) takes on certain teams. TIMESTAMPS👇 Listen to “Forever in My Hartenstein” on Spreaker. 0:00 – INTRO/Trade Details2:04 – Philadelphia 76ers, Paul George7:15 – Los Angeles Clippers14:13 – Dallas

Hardwood Knocks breaks down the implications of the Dejounte Murray trade for the New Orleans Pelicans and Atlanta Hawks.

Breaking Down the Pelicans Trade for Dejounte Murray

Dan reacts to the New Orleans Pelicans trading Dyson Daniels, Larry Nance Jr. and two first-round picks to the Atlanta Hawks for Dejounte Murray. After that, he covers some recent developments, including Paul George’s dalliance with the Golden State Warriors and the implications of trades

Hardwood Knocks reacts to Day 1 of the 2024 NBA draft.

Reacting to the 2024 NBA Draft (WITH A TWIST!)

Dan and Grant react to day of the 2024 NBA Draft …WITH A TWIST! Grant decided NOT to watch the first round and tries to guess who each team took for the first 20 picks. He and Dan break down their reactions to those selections,