The New Twenty Four

In episode 46 of The New Twenty Four, Gave and Torrence spend the opening days of the new year discussing the recent play of All-Star big man Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers who enter the first full week of 2026 sitting fifth in the Eastern Conference standings after closing out their recent five-game road trip in dominant fashion. While also taking a moment to share their personal sentiments as to whether or not the team in The City of Brotherly Love is a true contender before moving along to talk about the latest shortcomings of the Memphis Grizzlies under first-year...

Gavriel and Torrence take some time prior in the final days and hours left in 2025 on The New Twenty Four to deliberate over the Boston Celtics stellar stretch in December, on top of sharing their early opinions as to whether the storied franchise led behind the play of All-Star forward Jaylen Brown and his supporting cast under head coach Joe Mazzulla can make another run towards the NBA Finals should Jayson Tatum return from his torn Achilles before season's end.

In addition to examining the state of affairs out in Salt Lake City involving the Utah Jazz...

In episode 44 of The New Twenty Four, Gavriel and Torrence get up with one another once again prior to the holidays to share their thoughts on the latest news pertaining to the NBA and FIBA working together in their quest to form a new basketball league in Europe as the league and worldwide hoops governing body are getting prepared to engage in meetings with teams & owners to join within the next month.

While also discussing what to make of the another major story involving the league reviewing its policies regarding tanking in the quest to try and...

Gave and Torrence get back behind the mic on the latest installment of The New Twenty Four to discuss the semifinal matchups that took place during the third annual NBA Cup out in Las Vegas, as the duo provides their respective insights and takeaways from the San Antonio Spurs snapping the Oklahoma City Thunder's recent winning streak at 16 games last weekend and if the final outcome happened to mark the first chapter of what could be the league's next best rivalry.

Prior to examining which landing spots could make for the best places for Michael Porter Jr...

In episode 42 of The New Twenty Four, Gave and Torrence reunite to discuss the recent play of De’Aaron Fox, LeBron James’ double-digit scoring streak coming to a close in dramatic fashion out in The Six as well as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s pursuit to etch his name further in the NBA’s official history books.

On top of touching on the expansion of Austin Reaves’ game, Cooper Flagg’s hot start in December, including Tyrese Maxey’s All-Star worthy campaign in The City of Brotherly Love prior to sharing thoughts on the LA Clippers sudden decision to send Chris Pau...

Gave and Torrence link up yet again on this week's edition of The New Twenty Four and start things off by sharing their personal reactions regarding the epic duel that went down between All-Stars Jaylen Brown and Anthony Edwards over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend out in the Twin Cities.

In addition to examining the nightly exploits of Jalen Johnson out in Atlanta, as the two discuss what's stood out to them when watching the Hawks forward throughout the early duration of the season and why the Duke product is on pace to garner All-Star honors for the...

In episode 40 of The New Twenty Four, Gave and Torrence convene prior to the Thanksgiving holiday to provide their thoughts and insights on the 2025-26 season debut of LeBron James, James Harden's 55-point outing against the Charlotte Hornets.

While also discussing the recent play of rookie wing Kon Knueppel of the Charlotte Hornets and New Orleans Pelicans big man Derik Queen after turning heads over the past week, prior to taking time to talk on the Toronto Raptors after becoming the first team to officially clinch a spot in the knockout round of the NBA Cup. Whether...

Gavriel and Torrence reunite behind the mic on The New Twenty Four to talk on all the latest news during the top part of week five of the 2025-26 season and open up things discussing how the sluggish LA Clippers could possibly be a dark horse candidate to potentially win this year's NBA Cup. In addition to how the veteran-laden unit could make unique history in the process if they were to pull off the feat in the coming weeks, prior to discussing the marquee sneaker headlines to surface within the last several days involving a pair of All-Stars...

In episode 38 of The New Twenty Four, Gave and Torrence return to the mic to address the national analysis and perceptions regarding some of the NBA's top stars and their respective situations prior to giving their own synopsis as to what the media is missing as it pertains to their assessments of Ja Morant's situation in Memphis, LaMelo Ball, Giannis Antetokounmpo & LeBron James. In addition to their thoughts on the Dallas Mavericks decision to fire general manager and president of basketball operations Nico Harrison just nine months following the Luka Doncic trade and the direction they expect the franchise...

Gavriel and Torrence are back to talk on a bevy of hoops-related items on another edition of The New Twenty Four, as the confidants start off with a discussion on the top third-year players who have shined the brightest and impressed them the most through the first couple weeks of the regular season.

Prior to discussing what it will take for the likes of Cam Thomas, Quentin Grimes and Bennedict Mathurin to receive the long-term paydays that they aspire to obtain, their overall thoughts on what to make of the general discourse and rhetoric surrounding the top...

In episode 36 of The New Twenty Four, Gave and Torrence make their way back following a spectacular Opening Week of NBA hoops to discuss what's impressed them watching 76ers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe following his historic debut against the Boston Celtics.

While also examining the rest of Edgecombe's peers within the 2025 draft class, as the duo shares their initial thoughts on the other rookies whose respective talents have caught their eye through the first few games of the 2025-26 campaign and discussing which second-year players have impressed them thus far.

Including what to make of...

Gavriel and Torrence return and tip-off season two of The New Twenty Four in grand fashion, as the two open up things by engaging in a back-and-forth discussing on several storylines that's stood out the most to them going into the start of the 2025-26 campaign as part of this week's Opening Tip-Off segment.

On top of highlighting which players within this year's rookie class they're looking forward to following the most over the course of the season, prior to conversing on the crop of U.S.-born players they think will have the best chance to...

On the final day of 30 Teams In 24 Days, Gave and Torrence pay a visit to the state capital of Oklahoma to assess the team that finished with the largest point differential in league history on the way towards the championship last season in the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Where the pair outline the specific goals the 2025-26 squad should set out to accomplish after capturing the franchise's first-ever title, prior to contemplating on whether OKC can continue to perform at the historic levels they did defensively a year ago in their pursuit towards becoming the NBA's first back-to-back...

30 Teams In 24 Days retreats from The City of Angels to head to the town known as The Windy City, as Gavriel and Torrence head back home to discuss the Chicago Bulls in the 2nd episode of Day 23 as part of Double Drop Thursdays.

As the two friends share their given views on the lack of moves made by the franchise during the offseason, prior to examining the Bulls' 25 & under crop and if there is any member within the particular group that they find themselves high on entering the 2025-26 campaign.

In addition to assessing head...

Gave and Torrence make their return to The Golden State one last time and opens up Day 23 of 30 Teams In 24 Days in Tinseltown talking exclusively on the Los Angeles Lakers.

Where the dyad shares their thoughts on the transactions made by the purple & gold over the summer, on top of providing their collection of takes on whether the Lakers possess the depth necessary to remain above the play-in line for the second consecutive season out in the West.

Including what improvements head coach JJ Redick can make entering his second year on the gig, before...

30 Teams In 24 Days departs from The Land as Gavriel and Torrence make their way out to the Twin Cities for the fourth & final edition of Double Drop Wednesdays to prate on the team that's finished as the runner-up in the West the last two years in the Minnesota Timberwolves.

As the two share their prospective forecast on how three-time All-Star forward Julius Randle will fare this upcoming season after securing the bag for himself following his grand showing in last year's playoffs, before sharing the given players that they'll be tracking the most among Minnesota's current crop...

In Day 22 of 30 Teams In 24 Days, Gave & Torrence make their trek back to the Midwest region of the country to talk about the team that finished with the best record in the East last year in the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Where the pair of hoops consiglieres share their takes on the front office's decision to primarily stand pat following their 64-win campaign from a season ago, the things that All-Star big man Evan Mobley must do offensively to finally help the franchise residing in The Land get over the hump this upcoming season in his fifth year at...

Gavriel and Torrence depart from San Francisco to take a six-hour drive towards Inglewood to pay a special visit to the LA Clippers on Day 21 of 30 Teams In 24 Days.

As the two friends waste no time getting into things from sharing their thoughts on the moves the Clippers made during the offseason, while also discussing the much anticipated return of 12-time All-Star point guard Chris Paul who makes his way back to the franchise in his 21st NBA campaign after spending eight seasons away from the City of Angels.

Including whether Bradley Beal can find...

In Day 20 of 30 Teams In 24 Days, Gave and Torrence make their way out to The Bay Area to confer on all things pertaining to the Golden State Warriors.

Where the dynamic duo share their individual suppositions on what to make of the Jonathan Kuminga restricted free agency saga that transpired over the summer, including why the Dubs frontcourt even in spite of the recent addition of Al Horford could prove to still be an issue in a loaded Western Conference.

Before carrying along to provide what they expect to see from six-time All-Star forward Jimmy...

30 Teams In 24 Days shifts away from the Southwest scenery of the country to make its journey back towards the Northeast, as Gavriel and Torrence take a pit stop out in Beantown to chat on the Boston Celtics.

From discussing what to make of the moves the team that won it all just a couple of seasons ago made over the summer in the quest to avoid the NBA's second apron tax bill, the things it would take for four-time All-Star and 2024 Finals MVP Jaylen Brown to creep his way into the conversation for the MVP award during...

Gave and Torrence make their return back out to the Lone Star State for the third and final time on their 30 Teams In 24 Days tour to talk on a Western Conference franchise that is part of the NBA's Texas Triangle in the Houston Rockets, as the two provide their thoughts on the recent news surrounding All-Star guard Fred VanVleet and the overall impact his absence will have after suffering a torn ACL that will cause him to miss the entire 2025-26 season.

On top of whether or not Clutch City's last two first-round draft picks in third-year...

In Day 17 of 30 Teams In 24 Days with The New Twenty Four, Gavriel and Torrence slide out to The City That Never Sleeps to converse on a franchise in search of making their way back to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 in the New York Knicks.

As the two comrades share their thoughts on what new head coach Mike Brown will bring to the fold and what makes him different than his predecessor Tom Thibodeau, prior to sharing what their expectations are for five-time All-Star big man Karl-Anthony Towns in his second season donning the...

30 Teams In 24 Days goes from San Antonio to the Theme Park Capital of the World for the first edition of Double Drop Thursdays in the series, as Gave and Torrence deliberate on yet another squad that features a talented young crop of talent in the Orlando Magic.

Where the pair share their respective takes on their most recent offseason, on top of what their newest acquisition in Desmond Bane can provide Jamahl Mosley's bunch with in 25-26 and the steps their All-Star forward Paolo Banchero must take in order to emerge as a dark-horse MVP candidate.

In Day 16 of 30 Teams In 24 Days, Gavriel and Torrence roll out to the Alamo City to zero in on one of the NBA's most intriguing young teams in the San Antonio Spurs.

From discussing the acquisitions made by the five-time world champions during the summer, including what All-Star guard De'Aaron Fox must do to make his first full season within the 210 a successful one before debating over whether or not the Spurs currently boast the best 25 & under core in all of basketball.

While also pondering on the one missing component on San Antonio's roster that...

30 Teams In 24 Days moves from Milwaukee out to Memphis in this week's edition of Double Drop Wednesdays to touch on everything involving the Grizzlies.

Where Gave and Torrence assess the offseason that was out in the 901, as well as the Grizzlies decision to send Desmond Bane out to the Orlando Magic after spending his first five years in the NBA with the franchise before sharing their thoughts on whether the youngest player on their roster in GG Jackson is in line to have a bounce-back campaign in his third season.

On top of if second-year...

Gavriel and Torrence head out to the 414 to speak on all of the latest headlines pertaining to the Milwaukee Bucks in Day 15 of 30 Teams In 24 Days.

From sharing their own assessments on what to make of Jon Horst and the front office's series of moves in the quest to maximize the time they still have with the face of the franchise Giannis Antetokounmpo despite the constant speculation regarding his future in the Cream City.

While also pondering over whether or not the Bucks can find a way to surprise pundits in what some may see...

In Day 14 of 30 Teams In 24 Days with The New Twenty Four, Gave and Torrence enter into the land known for its altitude in the Mile High City to speak on all things surrounding the Denver Nuggets.

As the duo shares their individual assessment on the franchise's most recent offseason as well as the Nuggets biggest acquisition of the summer in Cam Johnson and the difference that fans should expect to see with the veteran wing in Denver's starting lineup compared to the man he was bought in to replace in Michael Porter Jr.

On top...

Gavriel and Torrence touch down out in The Peachtree State to talk on all of the major topics regarding the Atlanta Hawks on Day 13 of 30 Teams In 24 Days.

Ranging from the addition of NBA champion and All-Star big man Kristaps Porzingis and what he can provide the club at both ends of the floor when fully healthy beside fellow newcomers Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard. In addition to whether the 25-26 squad is actually the best roster the Hawks have ever constructed on paper throughout the entirety of the Trae Young era.

Prior to discussing...

On Day 12 of 30 Teams In 24 Days, Gave and Torrence make their way down to the desert to discuss the state of affairs pertaining to the Phoenix Suns entering the 2025-26 season.

As they provide their thoughts on what specific role four-time All-Star guard Devin Booker will play within first-year head coach Jordan Ott's attack out in The Valley, before conversing over Booker's new backcourt partner in Jalen Green and what he must do in order to thrive beside him after being dealt to Phoenix as part of the Kevin Durant trade during the offseason.

Including...

Gavriel and Torrence head to The City of Brotherly Love to provide their collection of thoughts regarding the Philadelphia 76ers on Day 11 of 30 Teams In 24 Days.

From evaluating the decision of 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey's call to mostly stand pat this past offseason to sharing what they think shooting guard Quentin Grimes' role will be on this season's squad following a recent stalemate between him & the front office on talks for a new contract over the summer.

In addition to also talking on what must go right outside of staying healthy for...

In Day 10 of 30 Teams In 24 Days on The New Twenty Four, Gave and Torrence travel all the way out to the Pacific Northwest on their excursion around the league to provide their thoughts on the Portland Trail Blazers.

As the two share their given thoughts on the slate of moves the team made over the summer, before conversing over the return of All-Star guard Damian Lillard who is back after spending the last couple of seasons out in Milwaukee and what it means for the fans to have Portland's all-time leading scorer in the fold once again.<...

Gavriel and Torrence make their way to the Stock Car Racing Capital of the World to discuss the state of affairs regarding the Charlotte Hornets.

Sharing their overall impressions on the offseason moves the franchise made in a quest to ignite potential battles for roster spots in training camp before providing respective takes on how significant the 2025-26 season will be for All-Star guard LaMelo Ball in his quest to silence some of his detractors.

In addition to whether or not third-year wing Brandon Miller has what it takes to be the perfect running mate...

30 Teams In 24 Days shifts from Indianapolis out to the state capital city of California on Double Drop Wednesday to talk on all of the latest surrounding the Sacramento Kings entering training camp.

As Gave and Torrence take a deep dive assessment of the franchise that has found itself on the outside looking in at the NBA playoffs for the last two consecutive years after getting bounced in the play-in tournament, by breaking down the moves they made over the summertime, the bevy of changes made within the last several months.

While also sharing thoughts on...

In Day 8 of 30 Teams In 24 Days, Gavriel and Torrence return back stateside and head to Naptown to talk on the Indiana Pacers.

Where the duo examines the offseason transactions made by the reigning Eastern Conference champs, while also providing their own thoughts on if the Pacers brass made the right decision to let Myles Turner depart for the Milwaukee Bucks in free agency after spending a total of ten years protecting the paint at Gainsbridge Fieldhouse.

In addition to the strides that fourth-year wing Bennedict Mathurin must take in order to garner an extension and...

Gave and Torrence clear customs and make their way to The Six to talk on the Toronto Raptors in Day 7 of 30 Teams In 24 Days.

Sharing their sentiments on the moves the team North of the Border made over the summer. In addition to Masai Ujiri's sudden exit following his 12-year tenure in the front office and helping the organization capture its first NBA championship back in 2019, before conveying what they would like to see out of All-Star forward Brandon Ingram in his first season with the franchise.

On top of whether Scottie Barnes can climb...

In Day 6 of 30 Teams In 24 Days, Gavriel and Torrence roll on down to the 305 to address all things surrounding the Miami Heat.

Where the two provide their analysis on the offseason that was down in South Beach before discussing All-Star shooting guard Tyler Herro, the things he can do to build off of his career season moving forward and whether or not the 2022 Sixth Man of the Year can come to terms with Pat Riley and company on a team-friendly extension in the days leading up to Opening Night.

In addition to sharing their overall...

Gave and Torrence pull up to New York City's most iconic borough in Day 5 of 30 Teams In 24 Days to highlight the Brooklyn Nets.

Sharing their takes on the roster transactions to take place over the summer for the team that resides in the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference heading into training camp, before taking a deep dive into the tenure of current general manager Sean Marks and an extensive moment to ponder over why the longtime executive has been granted so much grace despite minimal success to show for his efforts as he gets set to...

In Day 4 of 30 Teams In 24 Days, Gavriel and Torrence slide out to the nation's capital to examine the Washington Wizards on the eve of the 2025-26 regular season.

Providing their general thoughts on the moves the organization made over the offseason while also discussing the given role they forecast The District's newest rookie in Tre Johnson starring in to open up the year and their expectations for the lottery pick this season under head coach Brian Keefe.

Including insight on the overall areas last year's No. 2 overall selection Alex Sarr can improve upon in his...

Gave and Torrence make their way out to Salt Lake City to assess the current state of affairs surrounding the Utah Jazz prior to the start of the 2025-26 season on Day 3 of 30 Teams In 24 Days.

As the duo links up to share what they think on the bevy of transactions they made over the summer and discuss how bad CEO of basketball operations Danny Ainge needs Ace Bailey to be his leading man out in The Crossroads of the West.

While also providing candid thoughts on how they see things playing out pertaining to...

Day 2 of 30 Teams In 24 Days sends Gavriel and Torrence down to New Orleans to talk about the Pelicans.

Where the two express their sentiments on the moves made by new president of basketball operations Joe Dumars as he enters his first season on the job before conversing over two-time All-Star forward Zion Williamson who will be called to carry enormous expectations in The Crescent City.

In addition to assessing Willie Green's tenure through his first four years with the organization and whether or not the head coach is on the hot seat entering the 25-26...

30 Teams In 24 Days makes its way around to a franchise that managed to surprise many a season ago in the Detroit Pistons on our first official Double Drop Wednesday of the series, as Gave and Torrence review and provide their perspectives on the offseason that was by the team who erased a six-year playoff drought last year in the Eastern Conference.

Then share their takes on whether they think the Pistons will use their open roster spot in the days prior to training camp to re-sign sharpshooting guard Malik Beasley after recently being ruled as no longer...

30 Teams In 24 Days starts off with Gave and Torrence discussing the Dallas Mavericks.

As the two assess the offseason moves made by the franchise that narrowly missed making the playoffs a season ago in the Western Conference following the Luka Doncic trade. While also sharing their respective thoughts on if rookie forward Cooper Flagg has managed to land in the best position out of any No. 1 overall pick in the last 25 years before whether or not the Duke product will be penciled into Jason Kidd's starting lineup come Opening Night against the San Antonio Spurs on October 22...

Gavriel and Torrence of The New Twenty Four return behind the microphones following the release of their eight-part Faces of the League series to provide you with yet another one where they will chronicle the list of major items that NBA fans should have their eyes on as it pertains to the 25-26 season in 30 Teams In 24 Days.

Providing you with new episodes daily centered around every team beginning on Wednesday, September 24th all the way through Friday, October 17th.

Make sure to subscribe to us through the platforms you use to listen to listen...

Gave and Torrence make their way back to the vault on Second Chance Points to discuss the collection of talent known as The Redeem Team that came together in the quest to help USA Basketball recapture the gold medal on the men's side during the 2008 Olympic Games out in Beijing following the squad's recent induction into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.

As the two provide their respective insight and thoughts on the changes that Jerry Colangelo was attempting to make to the program after being named the director of the program in the months following USA...

Gavriel and Torrence dig back into the recent archives once again on Second Chance Points to highlight the 18-year career of the man who recently was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in Dwight Howard.

Where the two reflect back on the massive expectations the eight-time NBA All-Star had on his shoulders after being selected by the Orlando Magic with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2004 NBA Draft straight out of high school (00:50), how Howard managed to leave an indelible mark on the center position in just his first few seasons in the league (07:08) before...

Gave and Torrence continue down memory lane road to reflect back on the career that was for one of the game's best scorers and 2025 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Carmelo Anthony.

As the dynamic duo recollect on the things that impressed them the most while watching him guide Syracuse to their first NCAA Tournament title as a true freshman in 2003 (01:16), before sharing their thoughts as to why most hoops fans and spectators often lose sight of the many things that Melo managed to accomplish in his rookie season with the Denver Nuggets (05:59).

In addition...

Gavriel and Torrence step into the time machine to hark back on the career of one of the NBA's all-time great shooting guards who starred as a member of the Miami Heat for 15 out of his 16 seasons in Dwyane Wade on a special episode of Second Chance Points.

As the friends reflect on what impressed them the most about a young Wade's game during after coming across his exploits at the college ranks during his junior season at Marquette en route to guiding the program to the Final Four in 2003 and going on to earn himself All-Rookie...

Gave and Torrence wrap up their extensive eight-part, summer-long conversation discussing the No. 1 overall pick of the 2025 NBA Draft Cooper Flagg, while also sharing their own unique perspective and thoughts on what to make of the return of the white American athlete to the game of basketball just months prior to the soon to be 19-year-old making his official debut on the heels of Caitlin Clark recently completing her rookie campaign in the WNBA (01:35).

In addition to the overall inflation as it pertains to the way in which their individual games are perceived by the media before...

In episode seven of Faces of The League, Gavriel and Torrence resume their summer convo by placing the spotlight on a quartet of young stars who are no strangers to it in Anthony Edwards, Ja Morant, Zion Williamson and LaMelo Ball.

As the duo begins things by assessing their respective situations as it pertains to the markets they star in (02:02), before sharing their thoughts on whether or not the media has been fair to them and allowed each of them the necessary grace to truly grow and learn from their ups and downs thus far at the...

Gave and Torrence survey the respective cases that a pair of teammates on one of the NBA's most storied franchises have in their quest to be regarded as the game's signature star in the sixth episode of Faces Of The League, as the two friends discuss Boston Celtics All-Star wings and champions Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown.

In addition to conversing over an array of topics regarding the duo, as they share their thoughts on whether or not a Black American-born player who happens to play for the 18-time champs can truly be the face of the...

In episode five of Faces of The League, Gavriel and Torrence highlight another pair of All-Stars in Oklahoma City Thunder guard and 2025 NBA Finals MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander alongside Olympic gold medalist & current Indiana Pacers floor general Tyrese Haliburton.

Two players whose respective talents resides in small markets compared to their peers, as the duo shares their discrete opinions as to how playing in the following destinations can possibly help or hinder their individual cases for being considered as the face of the league (01:57).

Including what to make of Haliburton's sudden rise into the spotlight and...

Gave and Torrence go on a tour around the world to talk about several of the NBA's premier international talents over the last decade in the fourth installment of Faces of The League, as the pair examines the stark difference between how today's European player is viewed in a much different light compared to years of past (01:53) before sharing their personal favorites to watch during the early days of their basketball fandom (08:03).

On top of sharing their collective thoughts on how superstars such as Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic have been pushed to...

In episode three of Faces of The League, Gave and Torrence begin by turning back the clock to the 2000s to explore the legendary career of Kobe Bryant and how the Lakers legend played his way into the conversation despite starring beside Shaquille O'Neal on the way towards the All-Star duo capturing a three-peat at the onset of the decade (02:04).

While also assessing the career of a player who would soon become a rival beside The Black Mamba in LeBron James, as the two discuss what made the NBA's all-time leading scorer the most ideal...

Gavriel and Torrence take a trip all the way back to the 1990s in the second episode of Faces of The League to discuss the career of Michael Jordan.

As the two friends from the city that No. 23 made his claim to worldwide fame share how his popularity grew to the point that he was unable to roam around areas he frequented without the formation of crowds long before the days of social media (1:48), the global impact he made in the sport and society at-large (14:02).

In addition to why Jordan's contemporaries had such a tough...

In the opening episode of Faces of The League, Gavriel and Torrence discuss what makes a player not only a superstar but one worthy of being deemed of the dubious honor following all the recent chatter that many around the game ranging from media to players have had on the matter over the past several months (01:10), whether or not a face of the league can be one that is manufactured (09:16) and if markets play a role as to whether or not a given player can become one (11:10).

While also taking a trip back down days...

Gavriel and Torrence take a special trip down memory lane to reflect and discuss LeBron James selecting to join the Miami Heat on the 15-year anniversary of the event known as The Decision on the latest edition of Second Chance Points.

As the two converse and share their opinions on what led to it all unfolding. Plus assess the many reasons as to why the then 25-year-old and back-to-back NBA MVP eventually decided to do it (01:00), before examining the myriad of ways in which the Cleveland Cavaliers played a part into The Chosen One's opting...

In the season one finale of The New Twenty Four, Gavriel and Torrence go back-and-forth analyzing all the major news and moves to take shape at the onset of the free agency period in Episode 34, as the duo discuss the three-team trade between the Celtics, Nets and Hawks that sent All-Star big man Kristaps Porzingis out to Atlanta just days prior to the draft. While sharpshooting guard Luke Kennard and Nickeil Alexander-Walker get set to join The Unicorn beside Trae Young in the 404 (02:55).

Kyrie Irving's new deal with the Mavericks (05:50), the broadcast and studio teams...

Gavriel and Torrence return for the 33rd consecutive week to discuss the Buss family's decision to sell the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter for $10 billion, marking the largest sale of a pro sports franchise in the United States. In addition to the Chicago Bulls quietly coming to terms with Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley on contract extensions to remain in the front office, the New York Knicks never-ending search for a head coach and a pair of trades involving the Trail Blazers sending Anfernee Simons and future picks to the Celtics in exchange for two-time All-Star guard Jrue...

In episode 32 of The New Twenty Four, Gave and Torrence converge to discuss the first major trade to take place a few weeks before free agency involving the Memphis Grizzlies shipping out Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony and four unprotected first-round picks that went down at the top of the week and how it will help both franchises entering the 2025-26 campaign (06:23), while also talking further on all the news pertaining to Kevin Durant's marketplace and how the Phoenix Suns have put themselves in a tough spot to unload the two-time NBA Finals...

Gavriel and Torrence get together again on Episode 31 of The New Twenty Four to highlight the legacy of former NBA MVP Allen Iverson days following the Hall of Fame icon's 50th birthday. In addition to the evolution of the game from the previous decade to now, as the duo share their respective thoughts on the latest involving Kevin Durant and which teams should seek to inquire about him following recent reports indicating that the 15-time All-Star forward is set to be traded by the Phoenix Suns in the coming weeks. On top of what the San Antonio Spurs and...

In episode 30 of The New Twenty Four, Gave and Torrence break down the tough decisions that lie ahead this offseason for the Minnesota Timberwolves and the New York Knicks after getting sent home in their respective Conference Finals series, just hours after hearing about Tom Thibodeau being relieved of his duties as head coach after five seasons under the helm in The Big Apple as part of this week's Opening Tip-Off segment (5:50).

While also taking a moment to give basketball fans a sneak preview of the 2025 NBA Finals matchup between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder...

Gavriel and Torrence are back for the 29th straight week to chronicle all of the latest currently taking shape during the 2025 Conference Finals.

As the two discuss what led to the New York Knicks sudden turnaround in their comeback win against the Indiana Pacers in Game 3, and if Tom Thibodeau’s troops have unlocked a formula to potentially regain home court advantage on the eve of the series returning to The Big Apple for what could be a pivotal Game 5 (10:09).

In addition to what the Pacers must do to regain full control of the series, pr...

In episode 28 of The New Twenty Four, Gave and Torrence highlight the trials and tribulations the last two NBA champions in the Denver Nuggets & Boston Celtics will go through within their quests to maintain a competitive roster under the NBA's current collective bargaining agreement in this week's Opening Tip-Off segment (04:54).

Prior to the tag team duo breaking down the pair of matchups taking place in the conference finals round of the 2025 NBA playoffs, as the two examine each of the final four teams left standing for the chance at capturing the gold ball (20:53).

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For the 27th consecutive week, Gavriel and Torrence convene to share their thoughts on the game starting off by discussing the winners & losers from the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery in this week’s Opening Tip-Off segment (04:18) and speaking on what has led to the Indiana Pacers success through the first two rounds of the playoffs on the eve of Game 5 of their conference semis series against the Cleveland Cavaliers (22:08). In addition to briefly assessing the 2024-25 campaign of the Cavaliers and whether or not the franchise should have any hopes of coming back in the best-of-seven matchup (29:00).

While al...

In episode 26 of The New Twenty Four, Gavriel and Torrence make their way back behind the microphone once again to discuss several various storylines that’s stood out to them over the last several days across the NBA in a jam-packed Opening Tip-Off segment (05:55), before the pair take some time to assess the two Eastern Conference semifinals matchups starting off with the matchup between the Indiana Pacers and Cleveland Cavaliers on the eve of Game 2 out in The Land (29:44). In addition to the meeting involving the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics, following the defending champions late collapse in Ga...

Gavriel and Torrence return once again for the 25th consecutive week and pick up things right where they left off in the previous episode by discussing the thrilling opening round matchup between the Clippers and Nuggets on the eve of Game 5 in Denver (13:09), as the two discuss head coach Tyronn Lue’s personnel choices on the final possession of Game 4 (15:08).

In addition to describing what makes Michael Porter Jr. important to a Nuggets squad that has recently dealt with key injuries to players such as Russell Westbrook and Jamal Murray (19:57).

While also sharing their thoughts on...

In episode 24 of The New Twenty Four, Gavriel and Torrence share their collective thoughts on every matchup currently taking place in the opening round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, starting off with the 1 vs. 8 and 2 vs. 7 matchups in the East and West between the Grizzlies-Thunder (18:53), Heat-Cavs (31:31), Magic-Celtics (38:55) and Warriors-Rockets (45:22).

While also revisiting the 3 vs. 6 and 4 vs. 5 matchups, as the duo share converse over their main takeaways through the first two games between the Pistons and Knicks in the opening round of the 2025 playoffs (55:37), before getting into what adjustments the Los Angeles Lakers must make in an effort to...

For the 23rd straight week, Gave and Torrence make their way back behind the mic and begin their weekly hoops conversation on The New Twenty Four with a discussion on the state of the Phoenix Suns in the Opening Tip-Off segment shortly following the firing of head coach Mike Budenholzer after one lone season in the desert (08:04).

On top of which potential landing spots may be the most ideal for Suns president of basketball operations & general manager James Jones in the event that the 2021 Executive of the Year is not retained following the expiration of...

In episode 22 of The New Twenty Four, Gavriel and Torrence seek to talk shop on Memphis Grizzlies two-time All-Star guard Ja Morant in the wake of receiving a $75k fine by the league for his infamous finger-gun celebration following a warning from the NBA's office hours prior during the Opening Tip-Off segment portion of the show (05:30), just moments prior to sharing their initial thoughts on the Denver Nuggets decision to relieve head coach Mike Malone & general manager Calvin Booth of their duties just days prior to the conclusion of the regular season (20:57) as well as what to make of...

Gave and Torrence unite for the 21st consecutive week to share the top players and storylines on the court or via social media that's caught their attention the most during the past several days in their Opening Tip-Off segment (04:23), before sharing their thoughts on what to make of the Memphis Grizzlies' sudden decision to fire head coach Taylor Jenkins just weeks away from the start of the postseason and what eventually led to the 40-year-old getting called into the office unexpectedly with just nine games remaining during the regular season (16:39).

While also examining the historic...

In episode 20 of The New Twenty Four, Gavriel and Torrence resume their weekly hoop conversations behind the microphone to discuss some of the top players among other items to garner their attention over the last week in the Opening Tip-Off segment (05:10), before taking some extensive time to highlight the play of their hometown Chicago Bulls after capturing wins in eight out of their last ten games and what to make of the franchise's sudden turnaround down the stretch (19:58). On top of pondering over whether the team that hoists six banners above the United Center should seek to trade their...

Gavriel and Torrence link back up at the onset of March Madness to breakdown and examine which specific path provides the best route for the top blue-chip recruits across the country and beyond on the latest episode of Second Chance Points to become one of the top 450 players in the world at the NBA level someday, as the two friends discuss what makes having programs such as the NBA G League and Overtime Elite (OTE) an invaluable alternative to the NCAA for guys who aspire to live out their ultimate hoop dreams (0:48).

On top of...

Gavriel and Torrence reconvene behind the mic for the 19th consecutive week and start off the show by giving center stage to players around the league that have stood out to them around The Association in the days following Episode 18 (05:33), before taking a moment to talk about the state of the Minnesota Timberwolves and breaking down what has led to the last season's Western Conference runner-up making a sudden turnaround for the better a month before the start of the NBA playoffs (16:06).

Prior to assessing the play of Anthony Edwards in his fifth season out...

In episode 18 of The New Twenty Four podcast, Gavriel and Torrence open up the show by highlighting the top items that have managed to stand out to them the most around the league since their previous recording (04:52). Prior to having a discussion surrounding the Cleveland Cavaliers, as the two examine whether or not the hottest team currently in The Association boast the best collection of depth this year under Coach of the Year candidate Kenny Atkinson (17:21), before sharing their collection of thoughts on whether teams such as the one residing in The Land can often times peak too early (23:35...

Gave and Torrence link up for the 17th consecutive week to conduct an exclusive players only edition episode of The New Twenty Four, taking a moment to highlight the top players and headlines to catch their eye in the opening week of March (04:53) before conversing over whether or not Detroit Pistons All-Star guard Cade Cunningham is the NBA's most underrated point guard (14:31) and constructed a body of work that's good enough to garner All-NBA First Team honors come season's end (25:02).

While also taking some time to break down what makes Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander one...

In episode 16 of The New Twenty Four, Gavriel and Torrence reunite to highlight the top things to catch their eye throughout the last several days in the NBA (04:36), before taking a moment to assess Spurs All-Star big man Victor Wembanyama's sophomore season in San Antonio after being ruled out for the rest of the year due to being diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder (18:05). While also discussing which players they'd like to see rise to the occasion and make a case for being viewed as long-term pieces beside No. 1 down in The Alamo (24:45) & whether or not...

Gavriel and Torrence make their way back behind the microphone in the days following the 74th annual NBA All-Star Game out in San Francisco, as the hoop heads utilize the instant reactions to this year's event across social media to discuss the state of the game and how basketball fans suddenly became fed up with the league's annual exhibition gala & use it to fuss about the gripes they have with The Association (04:45).

On top of questioning whether too much access to the game's best throughout the season and the weekend itself has proven to cause...

In episode 14 of The New Twenty Four podcast, Gavriel and Torrence return behind the mic to discuss some of the top storylines, teams and players who have managed to impress them over the last week prior to all the festivities getting underway at All-Star Weekend out in San Francisco (04:40), while also discussing the Mavericks debut of Anthony Davis and whether or not a new-look, injury-depleted roster in Dallas will have enough time to gel and go on a run down the homestretch portion of the season out in the Western Conference (15:19).

Then go onto converse...

Gavriel and Torrence touch basis for the third time over a five-day span to discuss all the major moves following all the blockbuster deals that took place prior to the conclusion of the 2025 NBA trade deadline on Second Chance Points, as the friends share their thoughts on the trade between the Bucks and Wizards sending Kyle Kuzma to Milwaukee and Khris Middleton to the nation's capital after spending the last 12 seasons in the Cream City (00:38). In addition to what to make of the initial judgments on how Kuzma will fare on the Bucks following early season struggles in D...

In this week's edition of The New Twenty Four podcast, Gavriel and Torrence get back together for the second time this week to discuss yet another All-Star blockbuster trade that went down over the weekend, sending De'Aaron Fox to the San Antonio Spurs and Zach LaVine out to the Sacramento Kings as part of a three-team deal that transpired in the hours following the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis bombshell.

The two break down Fox's fit beside Victor Wembanyama and his supporting cast down in The Alamo (16:01), on top of whether the move marks the beginning of winning time...

Gavriel and Torrence make a surprise return behind the mic earlier than expected following the blockbuster bombshell trade sending Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers this past weekend to launch Second Chance Points, an extension of The New Twenty Four podcast.

The two sit down and discuss what makes the All-Star trade package that also involves Anthony Davis joining the Dallas Mavericks so unique to dissect after having time to reflect upon it over the past 24 hours and counting (1:42).

While also sharing their thoughts on how the pairing between Davis...

In episode 12 of The New Twenty Four podcast, Gavriel and Torrence discuss the top storylines and moments that's stood out to them around the NBA since their previous recording (03:45). While also sharing the players they deem as automatic locks to be selected as reserves in the East and West following the recent announcement of the starting lineups in this year's All-Star Game out in San Francisco next month (24:37), as the two also discuss the overall evolution and depth at the shooting guard position across the league (33:15) before playing a game of rapid fire and sharing the goals that a...

Gave & Torrence get back together for the eleventh consecutive week to discuss an injury-ridden Dallas Mavericks squad that has fallen in the Western Conference standings as of late following the absence of five-time All-Star guard Luka Doncic, as the duo converses over as to whether or not the franchise that reached an NBA Finals a season ago should stand pat or look to make a move prior to the upcoming trade deadline (12:50). In addition to sharing thoughts on a recent report involving LeBron James' friend and longtime business partner Maverick Carter and his quest to help create a new...

In episode ten of The New Twenty Four podcast, Gave and Torrence engage in a back-and-forth conversation over the top things that's stood out to them across the NBA since their previous recording (03:44). Prior to discussing the play of the red-hot Indiana Pacers at the turn of the new year under head coach Rick Carlisle, as the duo examines what's led to their most recent turnaround and whether or not last year's Eastern Conference Finals is in the midst of a resurgence that's for real (19:47) before getting into a discussion on the return of the NBA on NBC in...

Gavriel & Torrence unite once again on episode nine of The New Twenty Four podcast to talk about the recent crisis in South Beach that's unfolded between Jimmy Butler and Pat Riley in the wake of the Miami Heat's decision to suspend the All-Star forward for conduct deemed detrimental to the team (14:12). In addition to whether or not the modern day business of basketball has passed the former championship head coach now executive by, prior to sharing thoughts on the Oklahoma City Thunder's thrilling win at home against the defending world champion Boston Celtics to extend their winning streak to 15...

In episode eight of The New Twenty Four podcast, Gave and Torrence get together at the top of the New Year to discuss the top moments and players in the NBA that captivated them the most in 2024 at the start of the show (03:39). While also taking a deep dive into the Sacramento Kings sudden decision to fire 2023 NBA Coach of the Year Mike Brown, as the duo takes some time to ponder over who is at fault for the franchise's recent woes this season.

On top of whether or not the Kings should look to sell in...

Gave and Torrence return to the mic prior to the holidays to discuss several All-Stars whose names have surfaced among the radars of scouts and executives as guys that could possibly be in search of new addresses prior to the conclusion of the trade deadline (12:31). While also highlighting a few other players who could be called upon to help contending teams get one step closer to the playoffs in the days ahead (1:09:51), prior to sharing the top games that fans should watch on Christmas Day and other marquee matchups to take place in Week 10.

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In episode six of The New Twenty Four podcast, Gavriel and Torrence get together to express their thoughts on the play of a pair of players that have stood out as of late (03:50). Prior to the two getting into an exclusive discussion surrounding the NBA Cup, as the duo highlights what they have enjoyed about the event through the first two seasons of the in-season tournament thus far (08:55).

Including sharing their opinions on what they believe can be done to make the event better in future years to ensure it becomes a must-watch event for basketball fans...

In episode five of The New Twenty Four podcast, Gavriel and Torrence reunite on the eve of the NBA Cup quarterfinal matchups to share their thoughts on the top performers that have stood out the most over the last week in The Association (04:16). Prior to having a discussion on which knockout round matchups fans should seek to have their eyes on among the four games set to take place over the week in the chase for the league's in-season prize (15:12), as the two share their predictions on which teams will advance into the semifinal round this weekend out in...

Gavriel and Torrence return to kick off the month of December highlighting the marquee items that have stood out to them over the last week around The Association (04:03) to start episode four of The New Twenty Four podcast. While also discussing the Golden State Warriors recent losing skid following a hot start to the season, as the duo examines their recent struggles and discuss whether or not they believe the team by The Bay can remain within the top four of the West standings come New Year's Day (16:20).

In addition to the current stretch of...

Gavriel and Torrence join forces once again prior to Thanksgiving in episode three of The New Twenty Four podcast discussing the top three things that's stood out to them in the NBA within the last week (3:18). In addition to breaking down the respective games of a pair of several first-year talents who have cemented their place in the Rookie of the Year discussion through the first five weeks of the season, as the two hosts discuss the scintillating play of Philadelphia 76ers rookie guard Jared McCain (14:38) alongside Los Angeles Lakers forward Dalton Knecht who has also managed to shine...

In episode two of The New Twenty Four podcast, Gavriel and Torrence link back up again and open up the show with discussing the things that have stood out the most to them since the recording of episode one across in The Association (04:07) before discussing a trio of young teams that are currently seeking to put the NBA on full notice, as the dynamic duo examines the recent play of the Houston Rockets under head coach Ime Udoka (12:47).

While also taking time to ponder on whether or not the team down in Clutch City currently...

In the opening episode of The New Twenty Four podcast, host Gavriel Wilkins and co-host Torrence Stagger begin the show discussing the red-hot start of the Cleveland Cavaliers under their new head coach Kenny Atkinson (0:55). In addition to discussing the Phoenix Suns stellar play in clutch minutes led behind the play of All-Star forward Kevin Durant and whether or not the team in the valley can sustain their place atop of the Western Conference in his absence over the next few weeks due to a calf strain injury (12:46) and if injuries to some of the NBA's top stars has...