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The Warm Up

The Warm Up

By: Jah and Ben
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Join your hosts, Jah and Ben, as they dive into all things NBA! With the perfect blend of banter and analysis, this duo will bring you the latest updates, insights, and even debates from the realm of the NBA. Everything from jaw-dropping plays to nail-biting finishes, they cover it all with excitement. Tune in, whether you are a die-hard basketball fan or simply listening for fun. Get ready for a wild ride through the world of sports

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Episodes
  • Jimmy Injury Fallout, Warriors Trade Talk & Giannis Question
    Jan 21 2026

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    On today’s episode of The Warm Up, Jah and Ben — joined by Ashton and Lathan — react to the tough news that Jimmy Butler tore his ACL while on the Warriors. We break down how this affects Golden State’s entire outlook and what happens with Kuminga, the rotation, and the trade deadline.

    We also dive into the pressure on Giannis and the Bucks, the Lakers’ struggles and Pelinka’s next moves, and why the Knicks are slipping again.

    A full league heat check, strong reactions, and honest talk about all of our favorite teams.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Heat Check: Lakers Sliding, Warriors Rising, Wolves Contending
    Jan 20 2026

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    On today’s episode of The Warm Up, Jah and Ben run a full NBA heat check — breaking down the rising Ja Morant trade buzz, the ongoing Kuminga situation in Golden State, and the latest on the Lakers’ struggles.

    We also dive into the Warriors’ recent surge and why the Minnesota Timberwolves look like legitimate title contenders right now. From trade rumors to team momentum, we cover all the biggest storylines shaping the league this week.

    Tap in for smart hoops talk, real analysis, and our weekly temperature check on where the NBA is heading next.

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    52 mins
  • Trae Young’s Future, Celtics Takes, Jokic Injuries & Trade Talk
    Jan 7 2026

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    On this episode of THE WARM UP 🔥, Jah & Ben dive into major NBA conversations from across the league.

    The episode opens with a breakdown of Trae Young—exploring possible team fits, how Atlanta got to this point, where things went wrong, and what his future might look like.

    From there, we revisit our early skepticism of the Boston Celtics and explain why we were wrong, including why Jaylen Brown should be in the MVP conversation.

    We then turn to Nikola Jokić and the Denver Nuggets, discussing their injury struggles, current standing, and outlook once Jokic is back.

    The episode closes with trade talk and how upcoming moves could impact the playoff race.

    🔥 Don’t miss it.

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    54 mins
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