The Dunker Spot: All-Star Weekend Preview
In the latest episode of The Dunker Spot, hosts Steve Jones and Nekias Duncan are gearing up for an exciting 2026 All-Star Weekend. They share insights on what to expect from the revamped event, including who they believe will triumph in the much-anticipated Team USA versus World matchup and their forecasts for the thrilling skills competitions ahead.
NBA Disciplinary Actions
This episode also sheds light on recent disciplinary actions taken by the NBA, revealing that both the Utah Jazz and Indiana Pacers have faced substantial fines due to allegations of tanking. This raises larger questions about whether the league is dealing with a systemic tanking issue and discusses potential remedies moving forward.
Angel Reese’s Performance
Additionally, the podcast features a segment on Angel Reese’s latest performance in the Unrivaled series, offering a recap of her recent 1-on-1 tournament, along with previews of exciting upcoming matchups.
Key Discussion Timestamps
- 1:03 – A look at the Rising Stars showcase
- 9:29 – Insights on the 3-point contest
- 14:35 – Preview of the Shooting Stars competition
- 18:07 – Dunk contest excitement
- 22:14 – Anticipated changes with the new format
- 27:26 – Discussion on All-Star replacements
- 32:16 – Predictions for lineup configurations
- 35:26 – Key players to keep an eye on
- 38:25 – Predictions for Team USA vs. World
- 39:02 – Overview of the fines imposed on Jazz & Pacers
- 47:40 – Final thoughts and takeaways from Unrivaled
Listen to the Episode
To catch the full discussion, tune in to the episode on the Yahoo Sports NBA YouTube channel or explore all episodes of The Dunker Spot alongside other programs from the Yahoo Sports podcast lineup at yahoosports.tv.
