Month / October 2025

by Alex Fischbein

Brooklyn Nets Tanking Efforts, Orlando Magic Panic Time?

The Atlantic Files is back with another action-packed episode covering everything happening around the NBA and especially the Atlantic Division! In Episode 322, we break down all of Monday night’s games, check in on Brooklyn’s rookie-led rebuild, and talk about the most surprising storylines so far this season — including the meteoric rise of Victor Wembanyama.

🔥 Atlantic Division Monday Night Recaps

This week’s Atlantic Division matchups delivered plenty of storylines. From gritty performances to clutch moments, our hosts dissect each team’s results and what they mean for the early standings. The Knicks and Sixers both continue to trend upward, while Boston looks like they’re easing into midseason form.

🧱 Brooklyn Nets Rebuild & Rookie Report

The Brooklyn Nets’ youth movement is officially underway. We analyze the development of their rookie core and how they fit into the long-term rebuild. Is there a future star among them — or just solid role players in the making?

🪄 Orlando Magic’s Early Struggles

The Magic came into this season with high expectations after their strong finish last year, but early growing pains have slowed their momentum. We break down what’s gone wrong, what still looks promising, and how Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner can help turn things around.

🌟 Victor Wembanyama’s Rise to Stardom

Victor Wembanyama is already playing like one of the NBA’s brightest stars. We dive into how his elite defense, expanding offensive arsenal, and nightly highlight reel moments are redefining what it means to be a modern superstar. Is Wemby already a top-10 player in the league?

😲 Most Surprising Teams So Far

From unexpected contenders to struggling powerhouses, we spotlight the NBA teams making the biggest headlines for all the right — and wrong — reasons.

🚀 Players Ready to Take the Next Leap

Who’s on the verge of breaking out this season? We give our picks for the players showing early signs of massive improvement and discuss who could become the next household name by year’s end.

🎧 Listen to The Atlantic Files

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by Alex Fischbein

Illegal Poker Games and VJ Edgecombe Szn!

The NBA season is finally underway, and The Atlantic Files crew is back to break it all down! After the first full week of action, we’re delivering our Top 10 Power Rankings and diving deep into every Atlantic Division storyline that’s heating up early.

The New York Knicks have started strong at 2-1, and the vibes are sky-high in Madison Square Garden. Are the Philadelphia 76ers finally back to contender form, or are fans getting ahead of themselves? Meanwhile, the Toronto Raptors are showing serious potential thanks to their promising young core — could this be the beginning of something big in the North?

On the flip side, the Brooklyn Nets are entering a tough rebuild that’s starting to look even uglier than expected, and we’re asking the hard questions about their direction. And in Boston, could this be a rare “gap year” for the Celtics, or are they simply pacing themselves for another deep playoff run?

We also react to the breaking news that’s shaking up the NBA world — a massive illegal gambling and poker scandal reportedly involving Terry Rozier, Chauncey Billups, and Damon Jones. What does this mean for the league’s reputation, and how far could this investigation go?

Tune in for all that and more as we kick off another exciting NBA season with power rankings, hot takes, and in-depth analysis across the Atlantic Division and beyond!

🎧 Listen to Episode 321 now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

by Alex Fischbein

2025-26 Atlantic Division Preview, We’re Back!

The Atlantic Files is back! After a brief break, we’re kicking off the 2025-26 NBA season with a new format — episodes every Monday and Wednesday, each running around 30–40 minutes so you can stay up to date without missing a beat.

In this return episode, we dive straight into what we do best: breaking down the entire Atlantic Division heading into the new NBA season. From roster shake-ups to offseason signings, we analyze how each team stacks up and what to expect once the games tip off.

In this episode:

  • 📅 The Return: What’s new with the show, the updated schedule, and how the shorter format will keep things fresh and focused.
  • 🏀 Boston Celtics: Can they defend their title, or is there a championship hangover coming?
  • 🗽 New York Knicks: Did their offseason moves finally make them legit contenders in the East?
  • 🇨🇦 Toronto Raptors: What’s next for this rebuilding squad and their young core?
  • 🦅 Philadelphia 76ers: Will Embiid finally get the help he needs after another deep playoff run?
  • 🍀 Brooklyn Nets: Assessing their retooling strategy and whether it’s a step forward or another false start.

Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the Atlantic Division or just love in-depth NBA talk, this episode is the perfect season opener to get you ready for tipoff.

🎧 Listen now to Episode 320 of The Atlantic Files — and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a Monday or Wednesday drop!