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The Big Number

Each week, Tom Haberstroh pours over the data and digs through the stats to come up with THE BIG NUMBER – the one metric that defines the NBA that week. Tune in as he and Dan Devine put Tom’s big number to the test and explain the one thing from the world of basketball that was hidden in plain sight. Listen to THE BIG NUMBER for a fun conversation filled with jokes, stats that you won’t hear anywhere else and become a smarter NBA fan in the process.

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Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
48 minutes
Episodes
42
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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Bucks WASTING an all-time great Giannis season? | The Big Number

Bucks WASTING an all-time great Giannis season? | The Big Number

The Big Number this week looks at the spectacular season being had by Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks. Could the Greek Freak finish 3rd in the MVP race, despite how disappointing the tea…

00:47:04  |   Thu 20 Mar 2025
Jimmy Butler transforms Warriors from SLOPPY to SLEEK

Jimmy Butler transforms Warriors from SLOPPY to SLEEK

On this episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine dive deep into the seismic shift in the Golden State Warriors' performance since Jimmy Butler's arrival. From being one of the sloppiest…

00:46:10  |   Wed 12 Mar 2025
NBA Awards home stretch: SGA, Jokic or LEBRON for MVP? + DPOY, 6MOY, COY & MIP

NBA Awards home stretch: SGA, Jokic or LEBRON for MVP? + DPOY, 6MOY, COY & MIP

On this edition of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine take a look at every single front-runner for each of the NBA Awards: MVP, Most Improved Player, 6th Man of the Year, Coach of the Year…

00:56:56  |   Thu 06 Mar 2025
The BEST Cavs team EVER, sorry Bron! + Luka Doncic: defensive JUGGERNAUT

The BEST Cavs team EVER, sorry Bron! + Luka Doncic: defensive JUGGERNAUT

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine have stumbled across undeniable evidence: the 2024-25 Cleveland Cavaliers are the best team in franchise history. Yes, better than the 2016 title-winning team (sorry, Le…

00:46:58  |   Wed 26 Feb 2025
Sleeper LONG shots to win the NBA Title: Rockets? Clippers? & more

Sleeper LONG shots to win the NBA Title: Rockets? Clippers? & more

On this episode of The Big Number Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine react to Draymond Green's stunning proclamation that the Golden State Warriors "WILL" win the NBA title this season. They don't agree, bu…

00:50:13  |   Thu 20 Feb 2025
Could Wemby beat Steph AND LeBron for All-Star MVP? and who will ‘capture the Flagg?’

Could Wemby beat Steph AND LeBron for All-Star MVP? and who will ‘capture the Flagg?’

On this episode of The Big Number Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine preview the 2025 NBA All-Star weekend and make the case for several All-Star MVP candidates. Could it be hometown host & hero Steph Curry…

00:40:53  |   Thu 13 Feb 2025
Rockets superstar Amen Thompson is UNTOUCHABLE at NBA trade deadline

Rockets superstar Amen Thompson is UNTOUCHABLE at NBA trade deadline

This week on The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine are all-in on Amen Thompson of the Houston Rockets. Despite being only 22 years-old, Thompson's stock is rising at a seemingly improbable pace…

00:41:54  |   Thu 06 Feb 2025
Why this NBA season will have MORE triple-doubles than ever before

Why this NBA season will have MORE triple-doubles than ever before

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine crunch the numbers to explain why this season could have more triple-doubles recorded than any NBA season in history. One of the big reasons is Denver Nuggets superstar …

00:43:08  |   Thu 30 Jan 2025
Is Victor Wembanyama WORTHY of starting the NBA All-Star game?

Is Victor Wembanyama WORTHY of starting the NBA All-Star game?

It’s an All-Star-centric episode of 'The Big Number' as Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine make the case for their Western Conference starters, headlined by Victor Wembanyama. Despite playing for a San Anto…

00:40:18  |   Thu 23 Jan 2025
Cade Cunningham’s 7 triple-doubles tell us WHAT about the Detroit Pistons?

Cade Cunningham’s 7 triple-doubles tell us WHAT about the Detroit Pistons?

‘Top 10’ and ‘Detroit Pistons’ are not two words you hear together often, but Cade Cunningham has led the Pistons to a 21-19 record and a near top-10 offense so far this season. Third most in the NBA…

00:46:30  |   Thu 16 Jan 2025
Are the Sacramento Kings better off WITHOUT De’Aaron Fox?

Are the Sacramento Kings better off WITHOUT De’Aaron Fox?

The Sacramento Kings are on a five-game win streak with the latest two victories coming with De’Aaron Fox on the sidelines. With this in mind, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine reveal this week’s Big Num…

00:42:33  |   Thu 09 Jan 2025
These stats PROVE Grizzlies big man Zach Edey is the Rookie of the Year

These stats PROVE Grizzlies big man Zach Edey is the Rookie of the Year

On this week's episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dig deep into a stellar rookie season for Memphis Grizzlies big man Zach Edey. They help paint the picture of why Edey leads th…

00:54:26  |   Tue 31 Dec 2024
Is Victor Wembanyama the biggest unicorn ever to play in the NBA?

Is Victor Wembanyama the biggest unicorn ever to play in the NBA?

Just how rare is San Antonio Spurs budding star Victor Wembanyama? Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dive deep into the numbers to illustrate how much of a unicorn the French big man is becoming in the N…

00:48:27  |   Thu 19 Dec 2024
Why the Miami Heat should trade Jimmy Butler NOW

Why the Miami Heat should trade Jimmy Butler NOW

As trade rumors circulate about whether or not the Miami Heat could trade Jimmy Butler, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine reveal this week’s Big Number to explain why now is the perfect time for a trade …

00:56:10  |   Thu 12 Dec 2024
Are Jalen Brunson & Karl-Anthony Towns the best EVER Knicks scoring duo?

Are Jalen Brunson & Karl-Anthony Towns the best EVER Knicks scoring duo?

This week the Big Number is 50.3 which is the combined scoring average of Jalen Brunson & Karl-Anthony Towns. Are they the best duo in Knicks history? Even better than Carmelo Anthony and Amar’e Stou…

00:45:14  |   Thu 05 Dec 2024
5 stats that depict how elite the Celtics are on offense

5 stats that depict how elite the Celtics are on offense

On today's episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devin dig into the shooting statistics that illustrate how elite the Boston Celtics are on offense this season.

Specifically, they analyze …

00:47:58  |   Wed 27 Nov 2024
5 stats that prove LeBron James is having his most impressive season

5 stats that prove LeBron James is having his most impressive season

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine get together, along with five of their favorite stats, to see if this is the most impressive season in LeBron James' awe-inspiring career. Also, would making dunks worth…

00:49:19  |   Thu 21 Nov 2024
5 stats that prove why Stephen Curry is the best player since Michael Jordan

5 stats that prove why Stephen Curry is the best player since Michael Jordan

On the latest episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine look at Steph Curry’s incredible offensive impact on the Golden State Warriors. With just as much offensive dominance both on and …

00:40:19  |   Thu 14 Nov 2024
85: Can OKC’s defense win them the NBA title?

85: Can OKC’s defense win them the NBA title?

On this week's episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dive into the numbers on the Oklahoma City Thunder. OKC has a team of DAWGS on defense that create chaos all over the court and…

00:40:06  |   Thu 07 Nov 2024
87.5: Why it's time to panic for the Nuggets

87.5: Why it's time to panic for the Nuggets

The Big Number this week is about Russell Westbrook, but it says much more about the Denver Nuggets' offense and championship window. Join Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine as they go through all the sta…

00:51:11  |   Thu 31 Oct 2024
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