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Locked On NBA

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A daily NBA news and analysis show featuring a rotating panel of local team experts from across the Locked On Podcast Network.

The brief

This is a rapid-fire, multi-host panel discussion reacting to the day's biggest NBA stories. Rather than a singular voice, the show's identity is its network structure, cycling through local beat experts who bring a team-specific lens to national conversations. Episodes often feature pre-recorded clips from other network hosts, creating a comprehensive, on-the-ground feel for league-wide happenings like the draft, trades, and free agency.

Unlike single-host or static-panel NBA shows, Locked On NBA's key differentiator is its rotating cast of local experts from its vast network. This structure allows it to provide immediate, multi-faceted reactions to news with a level of combined beat-reporter knowledge that's hard to match.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

Locked On NBA provides a daily 30-minute breakdown of the league's latest news, rumors, and insider info, hosted by a rotating cast including Matt Moore (Locked On Nuggets), Cordaro 'Haize' Johnson (Locked On Bulls), and Doug Branson (Locked On Hornets). A separate "Game Night" edition features a wider group of the network's local hosts covering every game, 7 days a week. The show leverages the strength of its parent company, the Locked On Podcast Network, which provides daily podcasts for every NBA team.

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Credentials & credits

  • Matt Moore: Senior NBA Writer for The Action Network, formerly of CBS Sports and NBC Sports.
  • Wes Goldberg: Host of Locked On Heat, writer for The Ringer and Miami Herald, formerly covered the Warriors for Bay Area News Group.
  • Tony East: Publisher of AllPacers (SI/FanNation), writer for Forbes, host of Locked On Pacers.
  • Cordaro 'Haize' Johnson: Host of Locked On Bulls, director and cinematographer.
  • Doug Branson: Host of Locked On Hornets, has covered the team since 2013 for outlets including ESPN TrueHoop and SB Nation.
  • John Karalis: Host of Locked On Celtics.

Other ventures

  • Matt Moore: Locked On Nuggets, 'Buckets' podcast (The Action Network).
  • Cordaro 'Haize' Johnson: Locked On Bulls, 'Chicago Bulls Central' YouTube channel.
  • Doug Branson: Locked On Hornets, Pod About It Productions.
  • Wes Goldberg: Locked On Heat.
  • Tony East: Locked On Pacers.
  • SwipaCam: Locked On Nuggets, 'SwipaCam' YouTube channel.
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

Region
usa
§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

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  1. 01
    Minnesota Timberwolves TRADE for LaMelo Ball | More Blockbusters coming?

    This episode showcases the show's unique format, treating a major hypothetical trade as breaking news and analyzing it from all angles with network experts.

  2. 02
    Kawhi Leonard Clippers Drama, Pistons HUNT Major Trades, NBA Rumors EXPLODE 💥

    Highlights the show's ability to react to multiple, simultaneous news stories, incorporating audio clips from other network hosts to debate the legitimacy of rumors.

  3. 03
    Boston Celtics Trade Rumors Fuel Jaylen Brown EXIT TALKS Amid NBA Offseason Chaos

    A representative example of the show's bread-and-butter: a deep dive into the biggest trade rumor of the day, exploring player and team perspectives.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

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How Locked On NBA interviews

This is a panel discussion show and does not feature traditional guest interviews. The hosts interact with each other, not with an outside subject. The conversation is driven by questions posed between the co-hosts to debate topics, introduce new segments, and solicit reactions to breaking news.

This is a co-hosted panel discussion, not an interview show. Episodes typically feature two or three hosts from different 'Locked On' team podcasts debating the top 2-3 stories of the day. The format is conversational and reactive, often analyzing breaking news, hypothetical trades, and league-wide rumors.

Questions Locked On NBA keeps coming back to

8 catalogued

If you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Locked On NBA reaches for it.

controversy

2
  1. Q.01

    What do you make of the [latest player] reporting?

    This is a common opening gambit used to get a co-host's immediate reaction to the day's biggest rumor.

  2. Q.02

    Is any of this on [the organization] at all?

    This question is used to probe organizational accountability when discussing a player's controversial situation.

personal

2
  1. Q.01

    How are you feeling about the [player/trade situation]?

    Used early in a discussion to gauge a co-host's top-line, emotional, or fan-centric perspective.

  2. Q.02

    Would you feel some type of way if you were [player X] being shopped in trades?

    The hosts use this to explore the human element and a player's personal perspective amidst business decisions.

future

3
  1. Q.01

    Buy or sell: [speculative statement about a player or team]?

    This question frames the show's recurring 'Buy or Sell' segment, forcing a definitive stance on a future event.

  2. Q.02

    Is this the end for the [player duo] in [city]?

    A forward-looking question used to speculate on the long-term consequences of a current event for a team's core.

  3. Q.03

    What's your wrong prediction?

    This is the signature question for the recurring 'Wrong Predictions' segment, typically asked near the end of the show.

strategy

1
  1. Q.01

    Why did [team X] make this move?

    This prompt shifts the conversation from 'what happened' to analyzing the strategic motivation behind a team's decision.

Signature segments

  • · Buy or Sell
  • · Wrong Predictions
  • · NBA Big 3 in Thirty
  • · Every Game, Every Night
  • · From the Locked On Local Experts

Topics covered repeatedly

NBA trade rumorsNBA offseason analysisPlayer contract negotiationsNBA Draft analysisTeam strategy and roster buildingHypothetical tradesPlayer news and injuriesLeague-wide news
§5 · Guests

Who gets booked here

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Typical guest

Guests are almost exclusively other hosts from within the Locked On Podcast Network. They are brought on not as outside interview subjects, but as co-hosts to provide their specific team expertise on a given topic.

Recent guests
  • Ben Beacon
    on Minnesota Timberwolves TRADE for LaMelo Ball | More Blockbusters coming?
  • Matthew Tynan
    on Kawhi Leonard Clippers Drama, Pistons HUNT Major Trades, NBA Rumors EXPLODE 💥
  • Ku Khahil
    on Kawhi Leonard Clippers Drama, Pistons HUNT Major Trades, NBA Rumors EXPLODE 💥
§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
23.8K
23,800
Avg views / video
462
Trailing window
Total views
7.4M
7,368,970
Videos published
3,187
Sponsor readEstimated

Sponsors appear to be national brands targeting a broad, daily sports-listening audience, with a focus on direct-response advertising. Based on episode evidence, sponsors include Gametime, Odoo, Quo, Indeed, and Hims.

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Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.

§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

AI-extracted researched answers · help us verify
Who are the main hosts of Locked On NBA?
The daily show is primarily hosted by a rotation including Matt Moore, Cordaro 'Haize' Johnson, and Doug Branson. The 'Game Night' show features a much larger, rotating group of local experts from the entire network.
What is the format of the show?
It's a 30-minute daily panel discussion with 2-3 hosts reacting to the latest NBA news. It is not an interview-based show.
What is the 'Locked On Podcast Network'?
It's the parent company of the show, which produces individual daily podcasts for every team in the NBA, as well as other major sports leagues.
Where does the analysis come from?
The analysis comes from the show's hosts, who are typically hosts of team-specific podcasts (e.g., Locked On Bulls, Locked On Nuggets) and are established reporters or content creators covering those teams.
How often does Locked On NBA publish episodes?
The show publishes episodes daily, seven days a week, covering all league activities from the preseason through the NBA Finals and offseason.
What is the difference between the daily show and 'Game Night'?
The daily show focuses on the 2-3 biggest news stories of the day with a small panel, while 'Game Night' aims to cover every game being played on a given night with a larger group of the network's local hosts.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
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§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

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  2. [02]Locked On Podcast Network: Homelockedonpodcasts.com
  3. [03]Cordaro Johnson (Haize) | Show Host - Locked On Podcast Networklockedonpodcasts.com
  4. [04]Matt Moore | Action Networkactionnetwork.com
  5. [05]Wes Goldberg | Show Host - Locked On Podcast Networklockedonpodcasts.com
  6. [06]Tony East | Show Host - Locked On Podcast Networklockedonpodcasts.com
  7. [07]Doug Branson | Show Host - Locked On Podcast Networklockedonpodcasts.com
  8. [08]Wes Goldberg - The Ringertheringer.com
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