The New Twenty Four

The 2026 NBA offseason is officially underway and the league wasted little time reminding everyone that the calendar never truly stops.In Episode 70 of The New Twenty Four, Gavriel Wilkins and Torrence Stagger return to break down one of the busiest weeks of the NBA calendar as free agency, coaching moves alongside of blockbuster trades and the NBA Draft all collide.The guys begin by discussing several of the early moves around The Association, from CJ McCollum's decision to return to Atlanta, All-Star guard Trae Young agreeing to re-sign out in Washington on a max extension and Oklahoma City continuing to add future draft capital after dealing Aaron Wiggins to the Hawks.From there, the conversation turns toward the sidelines as Dusty May departs Michigan to become the new head coach of the Dallas Mavericks while longtime Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori takes over in Portland.The two also react to the three-team deal involving the Bulls, Timberwolves and Nets that brings Nic Claxton to Chicago before discussing one of the latest marquee summer trades as the Milwaukee Bucks send Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat after 13 seasons with the franchise.Attention then shifts toward Brooklyn as the 2026 NBA Draft gets underway, as the guys share their thoughts on AJ Dybantsa heading to Washington after being selected No. 1 overall, Darryn Peterson landing in Utah, Cameron Boozer making history going No. 3 to Memphis including the Chicago Bulls selecting Caleb Wilson fourth overall.Before going onto discuss several of the biggest storylines from the remainder of the lottery, including Keaton Wagler becoming the first Illinois player selected in the top five since Deron Williams, Morez Johnson Jr. reuniting with a familiar coach out in Dallas and which franchises may have helped themselves the most during the opening night of the draft.All that and more, including another edition of Pass or Shoot, as The New Twenty Four officially turns the page toward the 2026 offseason.Follow The New Twenty Four across social media on IG and Twitter/X (@TNTF_).

The NBA is beginning to separate contenders from pretenders as the league pushes deeper into the second half of the season and Episode 53 of The New Twenty Four breaks down the biggest storylines shaping the playoff picture.Gavriel Wilkins and Torrence Stagger open things up touching on the surging San Antonio Spurs, who have won nine straight games behind the assistance of their All-Star center Victor Wembanyama and now sit within striking distance of the top seed in the Western Conference. With the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder battling key injuries, is the door officially open for the franchise residing in The Alamo to make a serious push for the No. 1 spot?The conversation then shifts to the tightening race for the sixth seed in the East, where the Philadelphia 76ers, Orlando Magic, and Miami Heat are separated by the slimmest of margins. Injuries, suspensions, and late-season momentum being in play as teams fight to avoid the play-in tournament.Before taking a deep dive into Kevin Durant's thought-provoking comments regarding USA Basketball, grassroots development, and the evolving perception of the American-born player in today’s increasingly global gameFrom there, the duo assesses the current state of the Chicago Bulls following a difficult stretch after the trade deadline on the latest Bull Market Index, prior to highlighting yet another pair of ballers on February edition of “Baller You Should Know,” before previewing all the must-watch matchups in Week 19 that could reshape the standings as March approaches.With fewer than 100 days remaining until the NBA Finals, the margins are thinning, the stakes are rising, and the stretch run is officially underway.Follow The New Twenty Four across social media on IG and Twitter/X (@TNTF_)

With the NBA only a couple of days away from the All-Star break — and fresh off a record-setting trade deadline that saw 73 players moved — Episode 51 of The New Twenty Four dives into the all the latest news shaping the league as we approach the unofficial midpoint of the regular season.Gavriel Wilkins and Torrence Stagger open up by examining the recent resurgence of All-Star forward Zion Williamson out in New Orleans, after appearing in a career-best 29 consecutive games and putting together sustained, dominant performances, as the duo speaks about what this stretch means for the former No. 1 overall pick and a Pelicans franchise in search of better days ahead. Before shifting gears and heading out to Minnesota, to ponder upon whether Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves are in the midst of a rough patch or should have deeper concerns with the playoffs on the horizon, after coming off of a rough week of hoops against sub-.500 teams.Prior to talking on all affairs pertaining to the Miami Heat just days after the franchise stood pat at the trade deadline despite swirling rumors and mounting questions regarding their direction. Gavriel and Torrence break down whether Pat Riley’s restraint was wise or a missed opportunity.The MVP race also takes a turn following Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s abdominal injury. Can Jaylen Brown or Cade Cunningham capitalize on SGA’s absence & strengthen their respective candidacies for the award down the stretch? The guys revisit the evolving race and what this latest development could mean in the weeks to come.Plus, take a look at possible players that could help teams should they reach the buyout market, the latest news involving All-Star Weekend injury replacements and predictions, as well as the key games to watch during Week 17 before the league heads into the break.Follow The New Twenty Four across social media on IG and Twitter/X (@TNTF_).

While the NBA currently navigates through a chaotic stretch shaped by a historic winter storm that has shifted schedules combined with major moments along the way, Episode 49 of The New Twenty Four arrives at a pivotal point in the season — just several days away from the trade deadline.As Gavriel Wilkins and Torrence Stagger break down the growing uncertainty surrounding the Golden State Warriors as injuries, internal tension, and future questions continue to mount for a franchise once defined by stability. From there, the conversation shifts to Los Angeles, where recent reporting sheds new light on the Lakers’ organizational dynamics and how those issues intersect with their on-court reality this season.The duo also checks in on the New York Knicks, examining what’s gone wrong during a difficult January stretch and what adjustments — if any — could help them regain footing in the Eastern Conference standings prior to the deadline.Prior to closing out the second annual Mid-Season Awards series, with in-depth discussions on the Rookie of the Year and MVP races involving emerging first-year standouts and several of the league’s biggest stars, as Gave and Torrence weigh performance, context, and momentum as the season enters its second half.In addition to also highlighting a pair of under-the-radar performers that have shined the most during the opening month of 2026 during the Baller You Should Know segment, before taking a moment to revisit the state of the Chicago Bulls as part of Bull Market Index following Derrick Rose’s recent jersey retirement, and wrapping things up by sharing the top contests to check out around the league in Week 15.Follow The New Twenty Four across social media on IG and Twitter/X (@TNTF_)

The New Twenty Four is back with Episode 47 as Gavriel and Torrence break down a busy week around the NBA, as the guys react to the blockbuster deal that sent four-time All-Star Trae Young from Atlanta to Washington and what it means for both franchises. Prior to going on to unpack Kendrick Perkins’ recent remarks on American-born players, the rise of international stars and how certain narratives generated by the media have come to shape the perception around today’s league for better or worse.Before shifting over to discuss Kawhi Leonard and the surging LA Clippers, who’ve won 10 of their last 12 outings despite the two-time Finals MVP currently playing on a minutes restriction, Charlotte’s recent statement wins and whether or not their young trio of LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller and Kon Kneuppel have found their stride enough to potentially make a push toward the play-in out in the Eastern Conference.Plus, the second annual TNTF Mid-Season Awards continue with debates over Clutch Player of the Year and Coach of the Year, before wrapping up with must-watch games for the week that lies ahead.Follow The New Twenty Four across social media on IG and Twitter/X (@TNTF_)