NBA Lockdown

Bruce Bowen & Israel Gutierrez chat with Tom Haberstroh about why the Western Conference is so much better than the East. Plus, Jason Kidd's decision regarding Lawrence Frank.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez debate the best bargain players in the NBA, discuss what Anthony Davis' injury means for the Pelicans and much more.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez talk about Kobe Bryant's contract extension, the development of John Wall and Stephen Curry's rise to super-stardom.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez discuss another injury for Derrick Rose and how Chicago should react. Plus, the problems with the Nets, the rejuvenated Lakers and more.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez debate the top five point guards in the NBA, wonder if the Clippers will ever become a traditional Doc Rivers team and try to fix the Nets.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez discuss the added element of depth the Heat are demonstrating and chat about whether the Knicks or Nets are in worse shape this season.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez discuss the impact Kobe Bryant's impending return could have on the Lakers, the Blazers' hot streak and the Knicks' trade proposals.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez rank the top clutch players in the league, discuss the Warriors taking the next step and look back at another tough loss for the Knicks.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez put Dirk Nowitzki's career in perspective as he climbs the all-time scoring ranks and discuss if the Pelicans are playoff contenders.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez reveal their five most pleasant surprises early in the season and discuss if the issues in New York can be repaired this season.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez chat with Dave McMenamin about the Lakers victory over Dwight Howard, LeBron playing through injuries and more.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez discuss the impact of Tyson Chandler's leg injury, the Pacers' hot start and get a read on the 2014 free agent class with Amin Elhassan.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez discuss the impact of Russell Westbrook's early return in Oklahoma City, possible conflict in the Heat locker room and much more.

Israel Gurierrez and Bruce Bowen talk about Derrick Rose's clutch game-winner, Carmelo Anthony's comments on free agency and Blake Griffin's spat with Mark Jackson.

Bruce Bowen and Israel Gutierrez break down Miami's dominating win over the Bulls and examine Derrick Rose's return. Plus, the Lakers make a statement in L.A.