Skip to main content
Shoot For Ball

Shoot For Ball

By Shoot For Ball

Years ago, 4 friends started a group chat to talk about the NBA Playoffs. They've come together to create a podcast to keep up with the happenings in the NBA on and off the court, cover the news of the week, and discuss the big stories of what's going on in the league and have some laughs along the way.

New episodes uploaded weekly.
Available on
Apple Podcasts Logo
Castbox Logo
Google Podcasts Logo
Overcast Logo
Pocket Casts Logo
RadioPublic Logo
Spotify Logo
Currently playing episode

Board Man Gets Ring

Shoot For BallJun 20, 2019

00:00
01:49:06
Board Man Gets Ring

Board Man Gets Ring

The SFB crew is back off hiatus to recap the NBA Finals, the AD trade, mess in Houston and Kyrie Irving.

Jun 20, 201901:49:06
Both Teams Play Hard

Both Teams Play Hard

After a great Sunday of Game 7 action, the crew is back to recap everything, look ahead to the Conference Finals and talk about the Lakers new head coach.

May 14, 201901:31:38
Pivotal Game 5s

Pivotal Game 5s

The NBA playoffs are heating up. The crew talks about the worst kept secret in the NBA: Tyronn Lue getting the Lakers job and the Game 5s: Sixers-Raptors, Blazers/Nuggets and Rockets/Warriors. 

May 08, 201957:36
Playoff Pause

Playoff Pause

The full crew is here and going through the entire first round of the NBA Playoffs. The struggles of Westbrook, looking ahead to GSW vs HOU, and Ben Simmons. Plus.. pause.

Apr 23, 201901:40:52
WANTED: Kyle Lowry

WANTED: Kyle Lowry

The guys get together after all the Game 1 to discuss what's going on in the playoffs, Playoff Kyle Lowry, #cellphonegate and the DeMarcus Cousins injury breaks during.

Apr 16, 201901:04:23
Playoffs Is Coming

Playoffs Is Coming

A little late but here's a 2 hour edition of the Shoot For Ball podcast.

NBA playoffs, Luke Walton, Magic, Wade, Dirk gone. 

Apr 13, 201902:04:55
Official Like A Referee With a Whistle

Official Like A Referee With a Whistle

The crew (minus AB) talk about the on-going feud between the players and the officials, the legacy of Chris Bosh, the Lakers player meeting about LeBron's body language, and the injuries happening in the NBA.


RIP Nipsey Hussle.

Apr 04, 201901:39:23
Do you want to coach the Lakers?

Do you want to coach the Lakers?

As the season winds down, the guys discuss the Lakers plan for the offseason and who will be their next head coach, who will get the final spots in the Eastern Conference, possible landing spots for Zion and the race for Rookie of the Year

Mar 28, 201901:16:43
All Dressed Up

All Dressed Up

The entire crew is back together for another episode to discuss whether the Lakers would shut LeBron down for the rest of the season and why LeBron trade talk is starting up, Isaiah Thomas' return to Boston, Dirk's legacy and a conversation about The Malice In The Palace breaks out.

Mar 21, 201901:11:00
Episode 18 - Madison Square Garden

Episode 18 - Madison Square Garden

The full gang is all here with a fun new episode to talk about the Lakers sitting everybody down, James Dolan kicking a fan out, Dirk's comments about younger players, how many players could score 81 points in a game, the fight between the Cavs and Raptors and Steve Kerr's comments about Draymond.

Mar 12, 201901:10:11
Episode 17.5 - Peak Millennial

Episode 17.5 - Peak Millennial

The crew is back for another episode to discuss the Lakers losing the Suns, Kyrie's comments about being a celebrity, Trae Young's ejection against the Bulls, who has been more disappointing: Lakers or Celtics, and more. 

Mar 06, 201901:05:32
Episode 17 - Playoff Mode Activated

Episode 17 - Playoff Mode Activated

The Shoot For Ball podcast is back with a new episode covering LeBron and the Lakers push towards the playoffs and if they will make it or not after two bad losses to the Pelicans and Grizzlies. James Harden's streak has ended (20:00), Kyrie's interview with Rachel Nichols (28:00) and Paul George for MVP? (32:00)

Thanks for listening. Please subscribe. 

Feb 27, 201935:01
Episode 15 - All Star Game recap

Episode 15 - All Star Game recap

The entire crew is back for this one to recap everything that happened from All-Star weekend, a very entertaining argument about who will have a better career: Steph or Kobe, why NBA players don't like James Harden and a look ahead to the second half. 

Feb 19, 201901:22:09
Episode 14 - Would you let Giannis draft your team?

Episode 14 - Would you let Giannis draft your team?

A day late but always on time. So much has happened in the NBA since the crew last got together. In this podcast, they are joined by Ben Heisler from Fantasy Sports Markets to discuss the trade deadline and all the trades that went down, Gregg is back and mad at Magic Johnson, who has the best starting 5 in the East, KD's press conference and getting you ready for All Star Weekend.

Feb 13, 201901:11:30
Episode 13 - The trade deadline is Thursday?!

Episode 13 - The trade deadline is Thursday?!

All 5 of the original group chat are in for the podcast today and we've got the Porzingis trade to discuss, the Lakers trade offers for Anthony Davis, the All-Star game roster and Kyrie's comments. This is a great episode. Give it a listen.

Feb 05, 201901:23:08
Episode 12 - Anthony Davis demands a trade

Episode 12 - Anthony Davis demands a trade

The time has come that Anthony Davis has asked to be traded so the guys discuss trade possibilities and the teams that would be interested in acquiring AD. The All-Star game is right around the corner so the team compares this year's team to teams from the past and debate if Luka Doncic should make the team. James Harden is still on fire too. 

Jan 29, 201901:25:51
Episode 11 - Carmelo Anthony World Tour

Episode 11 - Carmelo Anthony World Tour

Carmelo Anthony is back in the news with his trade to Chicago Bulls, Kyrie Irving calls LeBron to apologize, an update on Boogie's return to Golden State and some All Star Game voting talk.

Thanks for listening. Subscribe for future podcasts.

Jan 22, 201955:39
Episode 10 - Kyrie The Leader

Episode 10 - Kyrie The Leader

Kyrie Irving doesn't feel like the young guys are listening to him and has a disagreement with Brad Stevens and Gordon Heyward. Blake Griffin is shutting down handshakes and James Harden is having an incredible stretch. The Shoot For Ball podcast talks about that and more in this week's episode. 

Jan 16, 201929:31
Episode 9 - Boogie Back

Episode 9 - Boogie Back

First episode of 2019 is here of the Shoot For Ball podcast. Right before we started recording, the breaking news came down that DeMarcus Cousins will make his debut for GSW on 1/18. The crew is also joined by Zac Noble from the 4 SZNS NBA podcast to cover the latest in the NBA: Jimmy Butler not playing nice with the Sixers, the T-Wolves firing Thibs, Harden's incredible run and the Lakers with no LeBron. 

Jan 09, 201901:11:16
Episode 8 - LeBron GOAT?

Episode 8 - LeBron GOAT?

Lebron went on his ESPN+ show and said he feels he's the greatest player of all-time.  Is he? The crew also gives their 2019 predictions and talks about Russell Westbrook.

Jan 01, 201901:15:51
Episode 7 - Draymond's Jumpshot

Episode 7 - Draymond's Jumpshot

The squad has upgraded the equipment so it doesn't sound like they are recording in the bathroom anymore and there's plenty to talk about after the Christmas Day games. 

We discuss the games, the Anthony Davis trade rumors, and KD's comments about playing with Lebron. 


Thanks for listening.

Dec 27, 201801:41:43
Episode 6 - Ramen Noodles

Episode 6 - Ramen Noodles

The gang has returned for another episode of the Shoot For Ball podcast and a short break to discuss the Suns/Wizards trade, Markelle Fultz trade rumors, who is the best team in the NBA and some randomness along the way. This was a fun episode. Hope you enjoy.
Dec 18, 201801:19:39
Episode 5 - First The Fat Boys Break Up

Episode 5 - First The Fat Boys Break Up

In true NBA fashion, a lot has taken place over the last week. The Warriors went at it and well the Wizards are the Wizards. LeBron is heading back to Cleveland for his first game in a Lakers jersey. JR wants out and Carmelo is still stuck.

Thanks so much for listening. Click subscribe and give us a review. Have a happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 21, 201801:10:18
Episode 4 - Paula Patton or Markelle Fultz

Episode 4 - Paula Patton or Markelle Fultz

Another week of the Shoot For Ball podcast. This episode covers

- the trade involving Jimmy Butler to Philadelphia
- the Celtics start
- Melo and Houston Rockets headed for a breakup
- the Lakers win over Atlanta and the addition of Tyson Chandler.
Nov 13, 201801:00:08
Episode 3 - Lebron's Instagram

Episode 3 - Lebron's Instagram

Back for another week of the Shoot For Ball podcast.

This week's episode starts with the Luke Walton firing rumors and if the guys think Luke Walton is long for the Lakers job. As always, of course something is going on with the Cavs: the Collin Sexton report and JR Smith asking to be traded. LeBron James got into some trouble on IG. Derrick Rose dropped 50 which led to a conversation about who is your basketball "What if"

Subscribe for future episodes. Give us a review as well. Thanks for listening.
Nov 07, 201849:28
Episode 2 - A Tribute to AR25

Episode 2 - A Tribute to AR25

Back for another episode of the Shoot For Ball podcast

Topics covered in this episode

The week Golden State had and why they must be stopped.
Why is Jimmy Butler still in Minnesota?
Are you worried about Houston, OKC or the Lakers?
How Kawhi Leonard has looked so far this season.
The dysfunction that is the Washington Wizards
... And why did the Clippers give a video tribute to Austin Rivers?

Thanks so much for listening on wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes.
Oct 31, 201801:08:04
The Introduction - Shoot For Ball

The Introduction - Shoot For Ball

Despite the advice from Steven Spector, here's a new NBA podcast for you to enjoy. 4 years ago, a group of friends started a group chat to discuss the NBA playoffs and crack jokes on each other. Today, they bring that conversation to a new podcast that will cover the latest stories from the week in the NBA.

Hope you enjoy Episode 1.
Oct 24, 201843:31