Above The Board podcast is a unique blend of NBA opinion, stats, and culture. Host of Above The Board Kebron Hailu covers the NBA from all angles — from stats and game breakdowns to player stories and league culture. Whether it’s the NBA Finals, Draft, or free agency, we’re talking hoops the way fans actually watch and think about the game. Expect honest takes, smart analysis, and a real love for basketball.

Above The Board
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Above The Board podcast is a unique blend of NBA opinion, stats, and culture. Host of Above The Board Kebron Hailu covers the NBA from all angles — from stats and game breakdowns to player stories and league culture. Whether it’s the NBA Finals, Draft, or free agency, we’re talking hoops the way fans actually watch and think about the game. Expect honest takes, smart analysis, and a real love for basketball.
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Recent Episodes

August 8, 2025
Way too-early NBA award predictions, Power Rankings, can Shai win MVP again? Episode 10 of Above the Board
<p>Can Shai go back-to-back MVP? Is Wemby ready to make that leap? We know it’s early—but that’s the fun of it. In this episode, we’re making our bold (and probably premature) NBA award predictions for the upcoming season. From MVP to Rookie of the Year, we break down the names to watch, the dark horses, and the storylines that could shape the 2025-26 season. Let’s get way too ahead of ourselves. </p>

July 29, 2025
Jonathan Kuminga/Warriors rant, Breakout candidates, Luka yearly gas, episode 9 of Above the Board
<p> I go off on a full-blown rant about the Jonathan Kuminga contract situation and the ongoing drama surrounding the Warriors’ front office moves. I also dig into the Warriors' recent draft track record—and spoiler alert, it’s not pretty. Then we shift gears to Luka Dončić and the never-ending cycle of weight talk and offseason hype he gets every single year. Is it deserved, or are we just running the same script again? Plus, I break down a few breakout candidates you should keep your eye on heading into next season, and why this year is absolutely critical for Victor Wembanyama to level up </p>

July 19, 2025
2025 NBA Summer League standouts, Dame back on the Blazers, plus Beal to the Clippers, episode 8 of Above the Board
<p> In this episode, we dive into the 2025 NBA Summer League and break down the biggest standout performers — and the players who left us wanting more. From surprise rookies to underwhelming prospects. We also discuss Damian Lillard’s shocking return to the Portland Trail Blazers and what it means for the franchise’s future. Plus, we touch on the Bradley Beal buyout to the Clippers and its potential impact on the league. </p>
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