Pace and Space Podcast with Sean Barnard & Sam Oshtry
Sean Barnard and Sam Oshtry dive deep into the latest news, rumors, and performances across the NBA. A nuanced look at all the on-court action from buzzer-beaters to blockbuster trades, rising rookies and riveting storylines. Whether you're a die-hard fan, fantasy junkie, or just here for the drama, we've got your NBA fix. Expect sharp analysis, unfiltered opinions, and a deep love for the game. From tip-off to playoffs, we’re talking hoops year-round.
Episodes

Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
Sean Barnard and Sam Oshtry debate how many NBA players could be dropped on a 16-seed college basketball team and win the NCAA Tournament. They also highlight what was said from Paul George in his returning press conference, break down the Sixers' outlook from here, and touch on the NBA's latest. They finish off discussing who deserves to be the number one pick in the NBA Draft as of now.

Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
Seran Barnard and Sam Oshtry debate if expansion is truly the best thing for the NBA and what to make of recent reports. They then touch on the latest NBA news and make their picks for the NCAA Tournament bracket.

Tuesday Mar 10, 2026
Tuesday Mar 10, 2026
Sean Barnard and Sam Ostry kick off the episode discussing the impact of Jayson Tatum's return and the outlook for the Boston Celtics. They then discuss the NBA MVP debate and if Shai Gilgeous-Alexander locked things up with his game-winner over the Nuggets. They then rank the biggest threats in the Eastern Conference and debate if Daryl Morey and Nick Nurse can still save their jobs this season.

Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Sean Barnard and Sam Oshtry dive into the latest around the NBA, including the Sixers' and Lakers' struggles. They also dive into if the Eastern Conference may quietly be better than the Western Conference.

Thursday Feb 26, 2026
Thursday Feb 26, 2026
Sean Barnard and Sam Oshtry highlight the return of Joel Embiid and what it means for this Sixers team. The duo then shifts gears to dive deeper into the Spurs/Pistons matchup this week. They also discuss Luka Dončić's increased frustrations, Jonathan Kuminga's breakout game and debate the Ringer Top 25. ,

Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Sean Barnard and Sam Oshtry kick off their second-half NBA coverage by diving into their biggest storylines of the second half. They give their top five storylines as well as break down what we know on Joel Embiid's injury outlook and detour to the strange outlook of Darryn Peterson's freshman season at Kansas.

Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Sean Barnard and Sam Oshtry reflect on NBA All-Star Weekend, grading and giving some takeaways. They also touch on the Sixers' decision to sign Cam Payne and other moves to complete the roster. They break down the Kevin Durant burner saga and dive deep into the NBA's tanking issue and how serious it truly is.

Tuesday Feb 10, 2026
Tuesday Feb 10, 2026
Sean Barnard and Sam Oshtry dive into the film of the massive NBA fight between the Pistons and Hornets. They give their prediction for the suspensions and how the NBA should handle it. The duo also touch on the Sixers' changes to the two-way portions of their roster and then dive deep into if the NBA has a tanking issue and if there is a way to fix it.

Thursday Feb 05, 2026
Thursday Feb 05, 2026
Sean Barnard and Sam Oshtry get heated about the Sixers' outlook at the trade deadline. They sort through what to make of the Jared McCain deal and debate the organizational outlook. The duo then shift gears to discuss the notable moves around the rest of the league, the Giannis trade saga expanding, and plenty more.

Tuesday Feb 03, 2026
Tuesday Feb 03, 2026
Sean Barnard and Sam Oshtry dive deep into the NBA trade deadline weeds, breaking down expectations ahead of Thursday. They break down the latest news surrounding a James Harden/Darius Garland swap, the deals that have gone down, and why Giannis could be more in play for the Sixers than is being recognized. The duo also dive into the impact of Paul George's suspension, and Sean gives his top Sixers mock trades.



