After a one-week layoff, the Basketball Fiends are back! Jesus Acevedo Jr. welcomes Bryson Jones as a special guest host. The duo discusses the Phoenix Suns' 18-game winning streak (4:05) and the possibility of John Wall returning to action with the Houston Rockets (9:49.) Plus, can DaMarcus Cousins help the Milwaukee Bucks (19:08)? Finally, how will the Denver Nuggets overcome Michael Porter Jr.'s injury (23:00)?

The Basketball Fiends welcome returning special guest Gavin Good as they discuss Illinois basketball (1:30). Then, they talk about the Chicago Bulls early success this season (8:05). Next, they talk about the red hot Golden State Warriors led by superstar Steph Curry (19:30). Finally, the guys wrap things up talking about Staples Center name change (26:56).

The Basketball Fiends Alex Aguilera and Jesus Acevedo Jr. share their thoughts on Nikola Jokic’s dirty play and how much Markieff Morris’s foul played a role in it (5:29). Then, how have the new NBA rules affected players and the league (13:38)? Finally, will the Atlanta Hawks find their groove (19:53), and can the Washington Wizards continue their hot start to the season (26:03)?

Alex Aguilera and Jesus Acevedo Jr. discuss the Heat’s hot start to the season and how Kyle Lowry’s recent injury could impact them (5:04). Then, what’s wrong with the Boston Celtics? The fiends discuss if they’ll turn it around (12:30). Scottie Pippen has a book coming out and the all-time great had some harsh words to say about Michael Jordan (18:40). Finally, the guys talk about ESPN’s article detailing Phoenix Suns owner Rober Sarver’s racist and misogynist acts during his tenure (26:21).

Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera are back for the 41st episode of The Basketball Fiends. This week, the duo discusses the Chicago Bulls (2:52) and New York Knicks (9:28) hot start to the season. Then, heap praise on Ja Morant's early-season showing and ponder if he'll make an All-NBA team this season (15:04). Finally, when will Zion Williamson return to the court for the New Orleans Pelicans (21:36).

In this week's episode, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera talk about the Chicago Sky's first WNBA Championship (3:51), then discuss the Phoenix Suns opting not to offer DeAndre Ayton an extension (11:43). Next, the duo examines the NBA's 75th Anniversary Team (18:23) and the omissions. Finally, they each pick their top ten All-Time NBA players (26:28).

This week, the Basketball Fiends recap Game 2 of the WNBA Finals and look ahead to Game 3 (3:46). Then, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera predict this season's NBA Champion (12:52) and NBA MVP (19:11). Finally, they each give a hot take for the season (26:46). Alex believes Dame Lillard will win the MVP, while Jesus says the Lakers will NOT make the NBA Finals.

The NBA preseason is underway, which means the season is just around the corner. This week, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera discuss Kyrie Irving possibly missing 41 home games this season (3:05), the NBA's GM survey and who they picked to win the title (8:10). Plus, with Pau Gasol retiring, where does he rank all-time among international NBA players (14:35). Finally, the duo talks about the 18 NBA veterans who defrauded the league's Players' Health and Welfare Benefit Plan for $3.9 million (20:40).

What's your favorite basketball movie? In this week's episode, Jesus Acevedo Jr., Alex Aguilera, and guests Gavin Good and Michael Carrell talk about their favorite basketball films. Gavin talks about Like Mike's impact on his childhood (1:52). Michael shares how he relates to White Men Can't Jump (7:05). Alex speaks to how He Got Game educated him on the dark side of organized basketball (13:51), and Jesus breaks down how true-to-life Coach Carter is (20:30).

In this week's episode, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera welcome two guests. Astrology guru Eric Torres join us and Houston Rockets reporter for Tab Deportes Mackey Torres join to discuss some of the NBA What Ifs and how they changed the NBA landscape. What if Tyson Chandler's trade to OKC doesn't get rescinded (1:40)? Does a healthy 2009 Houston Rockets team make a run to the NBA Finals (12:16)? Would Len Bias have extended the Boston Celtics dominance in the Eastern Conference (19:47)? Finally, would Steph Curry being drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves change the franchise's trajectory (27:33)?

The Basketball Fiends got another special episode this week. Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera welcome Zak Noble and Roosh Williams of Ball is Life's Noble and Roosh Show to discuss new rules they'd like to see implemented. Should the NBA add FIBA's goaltending rules (2:25), bring back hand-checking (8:46)? What about adding a fourth referee (21:09) or a four-point line (28:03)? The fiends and their guests discuss it all in this episode.

Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera have a special Basketball Fiends episode today. The guys invited Eric Torres, a self-taught Astrology guru, to break down how Astrology plays a part in NBA teams. First, he sees how compatible Jesus and Alex are as hosts (1:49). Then, he breaks down the Michael Jordan-led Chicago Bulls (10:02), and Hakeem Olajuwon and the Houston Rockets championship years (14:54). Finally, they look at the recent NBA dynasties (21:10) and dynamic duos (30:30) and how astrology plays a part in it

After a one-week break, the fiends are back in session. Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera address the Grizzlies' retiring jerseys from their Grit & Grind era (2:10) and Ben Simmon's request to leave the 76ers (8:12). Plus, the duo recap the recent player movements in the NBA (12:34). Finally, Jesus has a problem with ESPN's WNBA Franchise rankings (21:07).

The NBA released the opening week and Christmas schedules, so Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera picked their matchups to watch (3:10). Then, the duo recap Draymond Green's interview with Kevin Durant (9:37) and Carmelo Anthony's appearance on the 'All The Smoke' show (15:42). Finally, they break down the Twitter beef between the fan bases of the Detroit Pistons' and Houston Rockets after Jalen Green bashed the Motor City (23:07).

The Basketball Fiends are back after a one-week break. In this week's episode, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera recap a wild NBA offseason, (2:04) including notable free-agent signings (12:30). Then, the duo gives their two cents on the NBA's Summer League and how the rookies are looking (17:37). Finally, they look back at the US Men's and Women's Gold win at the Olympics (22:57).

The NBA season is a wrap! Not just yet as Jesus and Alex break down the first round of the 2021 NBA draft. First off, no pun intended the talk about surprises so far in the draft (3:25). Next, the fiends discuss winners of the draft (8:34). Then they get into losers or questionable choices in the draft (14:00). Lastly, the guys talk about trades that went down (23:14).

The Milwaukee Bucks are the 2020-21 NBA Champions! Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera recap the Bucks' first title in 50 years (2:29), Giannis Antetokounmpo's historic Game 6 performance (8:03), and the Bucks' stellar supporting cast (13:20). Finally, the duo talks about the Phoenix Suns, and Chris Paul's future (23:50).

The Finals are tied up at 2-2!   The Basketball Fiends recap the Milwaukee Bucks game four victory over the Phoenix Suns (3:17). Next, the guys discuss USA Men's basketball and their struggles heading into the Olympics (9:40).    Then the Fiends talk about Kawhi Leonard's injury and its impact on the Los Angeles Clippers (16:04). To wrap things up, Jesus and Alex talk about the cover athletes for NBA 2K22 (22:09).

The NBA Finals are in full swing which means an NBA Finals-heavy episode. Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera recap Game 2 (2:32), then pick their X-factor for the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks (9:09). Plus, what particular position does Suns' forward Torrey Craig find himself in (16:47). Finally, the fiends review the Atlanta Hawk's run to the Eastern Conference Finals (23:06).

The NBA Finals are almost here! Jesus Acevedo Jr. and Alex Aguilera discuss the Phoenix Suns' Finals run (3:12) the Clippers’ Western Conference Finals' trip (9:20). Next, the guys break down the impact of Giannis’ and Trae Young’s injuries (20:10). Lastly, the Fiends run through the ongoing coaching carousel happening in the NBA (26:19).