Part of the Underdog Podcast Network - The Atlantic Division has three of the most historic teams in the NBA, so it's only right that the division has its own show. The Atlantic Files is home to everything Atlantic Division with your hosts, Alex Fischbein and Mike Bash, breaking down all of the latest news, games, and rumors. For advertising opportunities on this show, or any of the other shows on our network, feel free to reach out to us at: advertise@underdogsportsnetwork.com
#325: Watford Masterclass, Nico Harrison Disasterclass
In Episode 325 of The Atlantic Files, host Alex Fischbein is back to break down another exciting week in the NBA! The guys dive deep into Week 3 of the Atlantic Division — covering all the biggest storylines from the Celtics, Knicks, 76ers, Nets, and Raptors.
They discuss Karl-Anthony Towns' insane stat line combining rebounding dominance with elite free throw efficiency, and Trendon Watford's first career triple-double that shocked the NBA world. Then, they shift gears to ask a big question — what exactly are the Brooklyn Nets doing with their rebuild? Finally, they talk about the reports that Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison's job might be in serious jeopardy, with “when” being the real question, not “if.”
If you're an NBA fan who loves analysis, hot takes, and breakdowns of the Atlantic Division and league-wide storylines, this episode has everything you need!
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
01:56 Atlantic Division Week 3 recap
02:47 Knicks and KAT's crazy stat
08:09 Sixers rough week, Trendon Watford's Triple Dub
18:39 Brandon Ingram unlocking the Raptors
22:20 Celtics week in review
27:04 Why aren't the Nets rookies playing?
31:51 Nico Harrison's terrible resume
37:47 Final thoughts
5 Nov 2025TRANSCRIPT
#324: Ja Morant Losing Joy and Zion Williamson Hurt
In Episode 324 of The Atlantic Files, host Alex Fischbein returns with another deep dive into the latest storylines around the NBA and especially the Atlantic Division. They kick things off with a check-in on how the Atlantic Division teams have been performing from Sunday night through Tuesday night — breaking down standout performances, team trends, and early-season surprises.
The conversation then shifts to two of the league's most talked-about stars: Ja Morant and Zion Williamson. With reports surfacing that Ja may be losing his joy for basketball, Alex discusses whether a trade might be the best option for both him and the Memphis Grizzlies. Meanwhile, Zion is hurt once again, raising major questions about his long-term future and whether the New Orleans Pelicans need to consider a full rebuild around a new core.
Tune in for all of that and more NBA analysis, reactions, and hot takes on this week's episode of The Atlantic Files — your home for everything happening in the Atlantic Division and across the league!
Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
01:20 Atlantic Standings and check-in
14:14 Ja Morant losing his joy
22:34 Zion Williamson hurt, Pelicans tanking?
30:36 Final thoughts
3 Nov 2025TRANSCRIPT
#323: MVP Tyrese Maxey, Mavericks Sinking Fast
In Episode 323 of The Atlantic Files, hosts Alex Fischbein and Dennis Clausen break down another exciting week in the NBA! The guys take a closer look at how each Atlantic Division team performed over the past week and discuss which teams are trending up or down early in the season.
Then, they reveal their Week 2 Top 10 NBA Power Rankings — which teams are making a statement, and which ones are starting to slide? The conversation heats up as Alex and Dennis debate whether the Chicago Bulls are actually for real this season, if Tyrese Maxey could shock the world and win MVP, and whether the Dallas Mavericks are already in trouble despite their star power.
From the latest Atlantic Division updates to league-wide storylines, this episode has everything NBA fans need to stay caught up and entertained!
Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
02:23 Week 2 NBA power rankings
18:32 Are the Chicago Bulls for real?
24:09 Atlantic division week in review
34:16 Can Tyrese Maxey win MVP?
43:02 Are the Mavericks in trouble?
52:32 Outro
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#324: Ja Morant Losing Joy and Zion Williamson Hurt
Published 5 Nov 2025 · Transcript excerpt
[…] He's putting up 20 points of game seven assists three rebounds which that is a very respectable stat line shooting 39 .3 % from the floor and 13 .9 % from three I mean his best three point season was in 21 22 when he won most improved and he shot 34 .4 from the from three on four and a half attempts but shot 49 .3 % from the floor. In total on 20 attempts his game is slashing it's driving it's getting to the rim and if he can't the moment that athleticism takes a step back his entire game takes a step back his mid ranges okay his three point shooting is not good. So in less John Morant changes his game it's not going to age very gracefully and I like that kills me to say because I love watching John Morant play I like I said before he's one of the most electric players in the league and when we've seen him at full force he was dunking on everybody he was just the most fearless player out there and still could still could dish the ball along with getting all these big. […]
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