00:42 - Kevin Durant requests to be traded

11:30 - Kyrie Irving situation and the Los Angeles Lakers pursuit of him

24:09 - Minnesota Timberwolves go all in for Rudy Gobert

44:09 - Knicks get Jalen Brunson (and probably tamper too)

47:24 - Several star players sign massive extensions

53:06 - Boston Celtics acquire Malcolm Brogdon and Danilo Gallinari

58:13 - Which teams have had the best and worst offseasons so far?

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1:53 - Overall thoughts of the series.

6:37 - What went wrong for the Celtics?

21:05 - Any bright spots for the Celtics moving forward?

27:04 - What went right for the Warriors?

42:32 - Stephen Curry's Legacy

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1:32 - Reacting to the End of Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals

13:04 - The Western Conference Finals

14:50 - General Thoughts About the Finals

16:05 - Warriors Offense Versus Celtics Defense

26:49 - Celtics Offense Versus Warriors Defense

34:42 - How Will Legacies Be Changed By the Outcome?

52:02 - Betting Odds

1:03:35 - Finals Predictions

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0:46 - Boston Celtics defeat Milwaukee Bucks. How did the Celtics win game 7? Are the Celtics the best defensive team in decades? Do the Celtics have a weakness that could be exposed from here on out? Did the Bucks' front office fail Giannis?

39:16 - Dallas Mavericks stun Phoenix Suns. What on earth happened to a once dominant Suns team? Are the Suns relying on the wrong types of shots? What does this series tell us about Chris Paul and Devin Booker? How great is Luka Doncic? Is the Mavs defense for real?

1:13:33 - Conference Finals Preview and Predictions.

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1:12 - Philadelphia 76ers vs. Miami Heat

13:47 - Memphis Grizzlies vs. Golden State Warriors

35:48 - Boston Celtics vs. Milwaukee Bucks

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1:30 - Ja Morant

4:29 - Desmond Bane

6:29 - The Utah Jazz

7:22 - Utah's defensive struggles

10:30 - Donovan Mitchell

14:29 - Rudy Gobert

18:54 - Sixers vs. Raptors

23:15 - Joel Embiid

28:53 - James Harden

33:21 - Pascal Siakam

34:57 - Tobias Harris

36:12 - Scottie Barnes

38:18 - Predictions for both series

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Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets

2:07 - Kevin Durant

19:01 - Jayson Tatum

23:26 - Boston's defense and outlook going forward

27:48 - Kyrie Irving

30:55 - Ben Simmons

Memphis Grizzlies vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

37:36 - Karl-Anthony Towns

49:46 - Wolves' top-end talent vs. Grizzlies' superior depth

52:43 - Ja Morant

55:32 - Predictions for the rest of the series

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3:47 - Initial reactions to Game 1

7:12 - Kyrie Irving

15:34 - Jayson Tatum

22:23 - Al Horford

24:14 - Jaylen Brown

30:23 - Andre Drummond

32:40 - Ben Simmons

36:42 - Kevin Durant

38:38 - Predictions for the remainder of the series

42:48 - How far can the Celtics go?

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1:32 - Phoenix Suns vs. New Orleans Pelicans

4:27 - Memphis Grizzlies vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

13:45 - Golden State Warriors vs. Denver Nuggets

19:32 - Dallas Mavericks vs. Utah Jazz

26:18 - Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks

31:15 - Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets

39:57 - Milwaukee Bucks vs. Chicago Bulls

41:53 - Philadelphia 76ers vs. Toronto Raptors

47:47 - Finals odds for Eastern Conference playoff teams

57:30 - Finals odds for Western Conference playoff teams

1:03:39 - Prop bets

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1:45 - The Scoring Title Race. Erik and Aswi discuss the state of the race and what it would mean for the legacies of the players in it.

22:41 - The Play-in Tournament. Erik and Aswi chat about their picks to come out of the play-in tournament and what they expect from the teams competing in it.

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3:13 - Boston Celtics. How has Jayson Tatum improved? Can the Celtics' elite defense carry their mediocre offense? Do they have the top-end firepower to compete with the other contenders?

15:03 - Philadelphia 76ers. How concerning are the 76ers clutch stats? Will their overreliance on free throws be their undoing? Can they survive on defense in the playoffs?

28:31 - Miami Heat. How concerning is Jimmy Butler's shooting slump? Is this year's Heat squad better than the bubble team that went to the Finals? Can Victor Oladipo help them?

39:10 - Brooklyn Nets. Are the Nets asking too much of Kevin Durant? How realistic is it for the Nets to go from the play-in tournament to the NBA Finals? Plus A.C. has a hot take on Kyrie Irving you don't want to miss.

52:01 - Milwaukee Bucks. Is this year's Bucks team as good as the squad that won the championship last season? Is there reason to worry about the Bucks' defensive statistics this year? How has Bud evolved as a coach?

58:07 - Which team wins the Eastern Conference playoffs?

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2:08 - Russell Westbrook

32:33 - Lakers' front office and the failures of last offseason

44:32 - Frank Vogel

55:07 - LeBron James

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1:08 - Early impressions on how the Philadelphia 76ers look after trading for James Harden

10:28 - Joel Embiid

19:11 - James Harden

32:48 - Can the 76ers defense hold up in the playoffs? And who should play more between Danny Green and Matisse Thybulle?

40:31 - How have the Boston Celtics turned around their season?

44:06 - Jayson Tatum

49:01 - Jaylen Brown

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2:11 - Introducing the topic

3:19 - John Stockton/Al Gore

12:00 - Scottie Pippen/John Adams

18:42 - Scottie Pippen/Henry Wallace

22:41 - Anthony Davis/Joe Biden

27:05 - Kobe Bryant/Harry Truman/Dick Cheney

37:00 - Nick Young/Dan Quayle

41:20 - Stephon Marbury/Millard Fillmore

49:47 - Ben Simmons/Hannibal Hamlin

53:13 - Mo Williams/Aaron Burr

57:20 - Michael Jordan/Teddy Roosevelt

59:38 - Fun Fact: James Buchanan

1:03:01 - Russell Westbrook/George H.W. Bush

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1:08 - Brooklyn Nets trade James Harden to the Philadelphia 76ers for Ben Simmons

25:19 - Dallas Mavericks trade Kristaps Porzingis to the Washington Wizards for Spencer Dinwiddie and Davis Bertans

37:22 - Sacramento Kings trade Tyrese Haliburton to the Indiana Pacers for Domantas Sabonis

47:42 - Multi-team trade between the Detroit Pistons, the Los Angeles Clippers, the Milwaukee Bucks, and the Sacramento Kings

56:11 - Boston Celtics trade Josh Richardson to the San Antonio Spurs for Derrick White

1:05:03 - Stealth winner of the trade deadline

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1:54 - Possible trade of James Harden for Ben Simmons. How would this potential trade help each team? Is there really any need to do this trade now instead of waiting for the summer? How much should the 76ers be willing to give up to make this happen before the trade deadline? Is Harden even the same dominant player he once was?

21:08 - Trade between the Clippers and Blazers. How does this trade improve the Clippers? What can we learn from the Clippers about team-building as a tax-paying team? What does this trade signal about the Blazers' intentions going forward?

35:10 - Trade between the Cavs and Pacers. How can Caris Levert impact this feisty and competitive Cavs team? What should be made of what the Pacers got in return? If there is to be a firesale in Indiana, which of their players would be most in demand?

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1:52 - Reactions to the starters selected for the All Star game

18:17 - Eastern Conference reserves

38:52 - Western Conference reserves

53:31 - Other thoughts on this year's All Star game

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1:55 - Grayson Allen. What should be made of Grayson Allen's takedown of Alex Caruso? Did the Milwaukee Bucks cross the line with their tweet and defense of Grayson? And was the NBA too lenient to Grayson?

11:51 - Draymond Green

15:36 - Bill Laimbeer

18:24 - Rick Mahorn

21:09 - Dennis Rodman

24:38 - Bruce Bowen

27:41 - Chris Paul

29:25 - Karl Malone

31:25 - Dikembe Mutombo

35:28 - Serge Ibaka

36:52 - Marcus and Markieff Morris

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2:10 - Why did dominant big men disappear in the NBA over the last few decades?

7:38 - What has led to the recent resurgence of dominant big men around the league?

13:00 - Nikola Jokic

26:11 - Joel Embiid

31:53 - Who is better between Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid?

49:06 - BONUS - Aswi's Green Bay Packers lose to Erik's San Francisco 49ers

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1:37 - Brooklyn Nets. Kevin Durant is out for 4-6 weeks. Can the Nets stay competitive in the standings without him? Is there a move to be made to help them?

13:57 - Los Angeles Clippers. Paul George is out indefinitely and may require season-ending surgery. Should this impact what the Clippers decide to do with Kawhi Leonard, who is reportedly ahead of schedule? And can the Clippers stay in the playoff hunt?

23:01 - Los Angeles Lakers. Anthony Davis is cleared for contact and will return in 1-2 weeks, but Kendrick Nunn had a setback. How will these injuries affect the Lakers. And is it fair that Frank Vogel is coaching for his job? Will he actually be fired?

38:59 - Miami Heat. Bam Adebayo has finally made his return and Jimmy Butler looks healthy. Can the Heat make a standings run in a suddenly injury-riddled Eastern Conference? Are they a real threat in the playoffs?

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1:22 - Reactions to the Memphis Grizzlies beating the Golden State Warriors

9:50 - How good are the Grizzlies and do they have a shot at making a run this postseason?

19:23 - Is Ja Morant already a superstar? What do the advanced metrics tell us about his game?

35:43 - Jaren Jackson, Jr.

43:35 - Desmond Bane

46:16 - Steven Adams, Dillon Brooks, and rest of the Grizzlies supporting cast

49:29 - What does the return of Klay Thompson mean for the Golden State Warriors? How has he looked so far?

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2:15 - What have Scottie Barnes of the Toronto Raptors and Evan Mobley of the Cleveland Cavaliers shown on the defensive end?

8:05 - What have Scottie Barnes and Evan Mobley shown on the offensive end?

14:13 - Erik and Anu each explain why his pick should win Rookie of the Year and the other's pick should lose.

19:56 - Do the other candidates for Rookie of the Year (Franz Wagner, Cade Cunningham, Jalen Green, Josh Giddey, etc.) have a shot at winning? And just how good has this rookie class been so far?

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1:16 - Impact of Covid-19 on betting this season

4:16 - Best teams to bet on against the spread so far this season

11:18 - Worst teams to bet on against the spread so far this season

14:08 - Betting against home favorites

16:00 - Over/under win totals

31:00 - Division champion odds

43:45 - Eastern conference champion odds

50:16 - Western conference champion odds

57:10 - MVP odds

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1:36 - Will Ben Simmons be traded by the trade deadline? And if so, where will he be headed?

10:25 - Which Laker is most likely to get his LeViction notice in 2022?

21:00 - Which coach will be fired first in the new year?

25:25 - Which team will climb out of the morass of teams floundering in the middle of the Western Conference?

32:55 - Who will wind up as the Rookie of the Year?

37:46 - Who is going to become this season's Most Valuable Player?

44:07 - Will the disappointing Atlanta Hawks make the playoffs? If so, can they get out of the play-in tournament?

51:04 - How many more times before the postseason will a fellow NBA player blatantly call Karl Anthony Towns a "pussy"?

Happy New Year everyone and thanks for all your support in 2021!

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1:30 - NBA Christmas Recap. The gang chats about their favorite moments from NBA Christmas 2021 and their thoughts on the games in general.

5:45 - The Utah Jazz. This season the Jazz have been on a tear. They have a beautiful, electric offense to go along with a good defense. The gang discusses why this Jazz team is different than last year's.

11:01 - Donovan Mitchell. Donovan Mitchell is having a career year, but will it be enough? The gang breaks down Mitchell's season thus far and what they have seen change in his game.

15:50 - Rudy Gobert. Has the Stifle Tower finally overcome his offensive limitations? The gang discusses the historic season the three-time Defensive Player of the Year is having.

21:04 - Hassan Whiteside. After a number of underwhelming seasons bouncing around the league has Whiteside finally found a home where his talents can shine? Is Whiteside the backup defensive big that the Jazz has desperately needed?

23:54 - Rudy Gay. At age 35, Rudy Gay's impact on this team cannot be understated. Abhi and the gang discuss Gay's role and how it solves some of the problems they faced last year.

30:00 - Weaknesses. Despite being a top team in the West, the Jazz has some glaring weaknesses that need to be addressed.

38:28 - Potential Trades. Abhi gives his wish-list of trade targets for his beloved team that he believes would complete them as legitimate title contenders.

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3:19 - Wish for their own teams. Anu (Raptors), Erik (Lakers), Aswi (76ers), and A.C. (Knicks) discuss their wishes for the squads they root for.

32:38 - Wish for a player on another team or for the league as a whole. The gang discusses a variety of wishes from Covid-related issues to wishing proper recognition for a player that has quietly been dominant in his mid 30s.

55:55 - Wish for something that they would change about the NBA. The gang shares wishes ranging from rule changes they want implemented to changes to the way the league is covered by the media.

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2:24 - Steph Curry. How absurd is it that Steph set this record in the middle of his prime? When Steph's career is finished, where will this record rank amongst the NBA's most unbreakable records? How has Steph's shooting fundamentally changed the sport of basketball?

17:57 - Dallas Mavericks. What should be made of the reports surrounding Rick Carlisle's tenuous relationship with Luka? How has Jason Kidd done so far? How responsible is Luka for this underwhelming season given that he showed up out of shape?

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1:35 - Introducing the Incredibly Talented Hirey! Custom kick and clothing designer, Hirey, introduces himself and talks about his awesome brand, Edura. Find out how he got started and what led him to start a career in the custom game.

4:00 - The History of Sneaker Culture. From Converse jumping into the scene in the late 70s to Nike and Jordan in the 80s and 90s, to the early 2000s with Shaq, we discuss the different eras of kicks. What is it about basketball and sneakers that make them such a perfect pair? Other than Jordan what were some popular signature lines in the 90s? Did a young Aswi buy a pair of women's shoes at Marshalls or were they actually a pair of Iversons?

12:02 - Sneaker Culture Today. Where is sneaker culture now? Who is the undisputed Sneaker King in the NBA? What impact did the 2017 Nike deal have on kicks in the league? How has social media changed the landscape of kicks?

18:40 - Custom Kick Designers. Who are the folks making those viral custom kicks that players have been rocking on the court? Hirey talks about some of the custom kicks that his brand, Edura, have done for customers all over the country.

25:38 - Our Favorite Kicks. What kicks are Aswi's and Hirey's favorite to play basketball in? Are high-tops the only way to go or are mids and lows actually viable? What kicks do they wear when they just want to dress to impress? Enjoy as Aswi recalls a hilarious incident when Erik's need to dress to impress is dampened by the rain.

35:58 - Edura's Custom Clothing. It's all about the fit as Hirey talks about some of the custom clothing designs he's done. From jeans, to jackets, to backpacks, Edura has done some pretty crazy designs for popular YouTubers and TikTokers alike.

38:08 - Who are the Top 3 Best Dressed NBA Players? These days players' tunnel fits have become ingrained in the cultural zeitgeist of the NBA. Hear which players have consistently impressed with their style and swagger.

48:40 - Who are the Top 3 Worst Dressed NBA Players? Of course, if we are talking about the best dressed we HAVE to cover the worst dressed. Which players have a sense of style that is just...meme-worthy? Can a player be both among the best dressed AND the worst dressed?

2:31 - Ben Simmons. What does the eternal Ben Simmons-apologist Aswi have to say about the current fiasco with his favorite Australian point guard? Is Ben justified in his approach or is he just shooting himself in the foot with it?

15:23 - Potential Ben Simmons Trades. What do the Sixers really need in return for Ben Simmons? Has the arrival of Maxey as a young star changed who Daryl Morey is targeting? Is Bradley Beal or CJ McCollum even worth trading for if Maxey develops?

20:30 - Tyrese Maxey. With Ben off the court this season, Tyrese Maxey has had an opportunity to shine. Is he the second coming of Allen Iverson for the Sixers? Is his meteoric rise to the spotlight finally cooled off or is he just getting started? How will the return of Embiid and Harris impact his game?

28:03 - Joel Embiid. In the game against the Celtics on Wednesday Embiid looked like a shell of himself. Have injury and Covid prevented Embiid from playing to this potential this season? Could the reason for his dip in productivity this season be due to the league's new rule changes?

30:55 - Tobias Harris. Is Tobias Harris just an empty-stat All Star? The boys discuss their thoughts on Tobias' performance in the playoffs last year and so far this season. Now that Ben is not on the court there is more space to operate. Will Tobias be able to use that extra space to let his midrange game flourish or will the effects of Covid hold him back?

34:26 - The Others. Aswi gives a quick shoutout to Seth Curry, Andre Drummond, and Danny Green. The question that remains is, who is the final member of the Sixers' starting lineup?

35:47 - The Silver Lining. With the Sixers ranking 11th in the East currently, why is Aswi still so optimistic about his team? How far will this current Sixers team go this season?

1:29 - Sacramento Kings. Will the firing of Luke Walton and elevation of Alvin Gentry to interim head coach make a difference? Who is the better player between De'Aaron Fox and Tyrese Haliburton? Can they coexist? Who should the Kings keep between the two of them? Could Marvin Bagley succeed on another team or is he just too flawed of a player?

13:29 - Los Angeles Lakers. The boys chat about the current state of the Lakers and try finding a silver lining. Has the Westbrook experiment already failed? Will the eventual returns of Trevor Ariza and Kendrick Nunn help solve the Lakers' problems? Has the improvement of Talen Horton-Tucker made him the Lakers' only real trade asset?

27:56 - Boston Celtics. What is going on with Jayson Tatum? How has Ime Udoka's coaching tenure been so far? What is the ceiling of this Boston team if they do turn it around? Finally, Aswi gives his hot take on the current state of the Celtics.

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1:51 - Rule Changes. How have the rule changes impacted the viewing experience of the NBA? Which players have been hurt the most by these new rules? How have the rule changes shifted the offensive and defensive strategy of NBA teams?

13:32 - Chicago Bulls. How have new additions Alex Caruso and Lonzo Ball allowed the Chicago Bulls to field an elite defense? What are the Bulls doing on offense to maximize their three offensive hubs in DeMar DeZozan, Zach Lavine, and Nicola Vucevic?

24:48 - Golden State Warriors. How have the Golden State Warriors been able to turn around Andrew Wiggins' career? Can Stephen Curry play even better? And is the Draymond Green of old back?

35:47 - Washington Wizards. The boys discuss the trio of former Lakers - Montrezl Harrell, Kyle Kuzma, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope - who are absolutely thriving on the Wizards. Can the Wizards surprisingly elite defense hold up?

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3:52 - The gang distinguishes between "best" and "greatest" players ever.

10:02 - Who are the 26 new players who were added to the list?

28:40 - What was the voting process to determine the list?

46:36 - Who did not make the BMWJ boys' 75 greatest players lists?

59:05 - Who were the biggest snubs from the list?

1:11:52 - Which current players are guaranteed locks for the centennial team?

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Brooklyn Nets

0:42 - Milwaukee Bucks

7:34 - Brooklyn Nets

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors

9:54 - Los Angeles Lakers

28:46 - Golden State Warriors

33:00 - How panicked or excited should fans of these four teams be based on that first game?

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2:30 - What will Daryl Morey and the Philadelphia 76ers do about Ben Simmons?

8:48 - Will Damian Lillard ask to be traded from the Portland Trailblazers at some point this season?

16:21 - Will Jason Kidd be able to unlock Kristaps Porzingis for the Dallas Mavericks?

24:54 - How much center will Anthony Davis play for the Los Angeles Lakers?

32:54 - Will the Golden State Warriors get the Klay Thompson of old this season?

37:14 - Can the Los Angeles Clippers stay out of the play-in game without Kawhi Leonard for most or all of the regular season?

41:39 - What sort of impact will overcoming their playoff demons have on Giannis, Coach Bud, and the Milwaukee Bucks?

47:28 - Can Jayson Tatum take the next step towards becoming a true superstar?

53:19 - How good can the newly assembled Chicago Bulls squad be?

57:04 - Which rookie will have the biggest impact on his respective team?

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1:23 - Kevin Garnett vs. Carmelo Anthony

6:59 - Kevin Durant vs. Russell Westbrook

12:32 - Kevin Durant vs. Draymond Green

20:45 - Latrell Sprewell vs. P.J. Carlesimo

23:59 - Shaquille O'Neal vs. Dwight Howard

31:04 - Paul George vs. Damian Lillard

38:36 - Nick Young vs. DeAngelo Russell

And if you like this episode, check out Parts 1 and 2 for more crazy (and true) stories about NBA beefs.

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1:03 - Matt Barnes vs. Derek Fisher

4:54 - Isiah Thomas vs. Adrian Dantley

9:58 - Isiah Thomas vs. Magic Johnson

15:25 - Isiah Thomas vs. Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen

21:51 - Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen vs. Jerry Kraus

29:47 - Drazen Petrovic vs. Vlade Divac

33:23 - Joel Embiid vs. Andre Drummond

And be sure to check out Part 1 of this series on infamous NBA beefs if you haven't already!

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2:05 - Kobe Bryant vs. Shaquille O'Neal

9:30 - Tony Parker vs. Brent Barry

14:17 - Jason Kidd vs. Jimmy Jackson

19:07 - Chris Webber vs. Jalen Rose

24:26 - Gilbert Arenas vs. Javaris Crittenton

30:53 - Scottie Pippen vs. Charles Barkley

35:45 - LeBron James vs. Paul Pierce

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3:14 - Rich Paul’s “origin story”

7:16 - How did Klutch Sports become the most powerful and infamous agency in professional basketball?

12:16 - Is the reaction to Rich Paul by teams and other agents fair? And what should be made of the NCAA’s “Rich Paul Rule”?

16:01 - Lawsuit against Rich Paul and Klutch Sports by Nerlens Noel

29:13 - Ben Simmons demanded to be traded out of Philadelphia but only wants to go to the “three” California teams. How much power does Rich Paul have to make that happen?

47:00 - What will happen to Rich Paul and Klutch Sports once LeBron James retires?

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0:57 - Our Current Top 3 Players. Who do Erik and Aswi think are in a class of their own? What sets these guys apart from the rest of the league?

3:35 - Giannis Antetokounmpo. Is the reigning Finals MVP the best player now after his utterly dominant Finals performance?

12:27 - Kevin Durant. Achilles injury be damned, Kevin Durant came back this year without losing a step. After a truly incredible second round playoff series against Giannis, has KD proven that his time on top has finally come?

19:54 - LeBron James. With Aswi and Erik being massive LeBron stans it was inevitable that they would include him in this list. Does the 37 year old King James still reign supreme or is he now the "Washed King"?

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0:41 - Initial thoughts on hearing that the Lakers traded for Westbrook.

3:57 -Russell Westbrook. What does Westbrook bring to the Los Angeles Lakers? How does Westbrook fit with LeBron James? Can these two legendarily ball-dominant players work together on a court, particularly with Westbrook's lack of shooting? How can Westbrook help the Lakers when LeBron is not on the floor? And what can the sheer athleticism of Russell Westbrook do for a team that already employs LeBron and Anthony Davis?

18:18 - Identity Shift. The Lakers, who were the best defensive team in the NBA last season, have traded away much of that defense for offense. What does this shift in identity mean for the Lakers? Can a Frank Vogel team even be bad at defense?

22:13 - Kent Bazemore, Trevor Ariza, and Westbrook on Defense. What do Kent Bazemore and Trevor Ariza provide on defense? Can Westbrook be passable on defense? How can Frank Vogel scheme to take advantage of Westbrook's physical advantages and cover for some of his worst defensive tendencies?

26:20 - Defensive Sieves: Carmelo Anthony and Wayne Ellington. Erik and A.C. marvel at just how bad Melo and Ellington are at defense by virtually every advanced stat available. Will either of them get significant playing time?

34:06 - Lakers' Offensive Potential. The Lakers have added elite shooting around their new big three. How can the Lakers' take advantage of these shooters?

38:00 - Offseason Steals: Kendrick Nunn and Malik Monk. The boys discuss Rob Pelinka's double-heist of young players with upside when he got Nunn to take the mini mid-level exception and Monk to take the veteran's minimum. How will these players fit on a roster of veterans?

45:38 - Departures of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Kyle Kuzma. What will the Lakers miss with the departures of two of their core young players, both of whom played major roles in their championship?

51:57 - Lakers Get Cheap with Alex Caruso. Will the Lakers come to regret letting fan favorite Alex Caruso go for nothing in return in what appears to be purely a tax-saving move? Is it justifiable for a tax-paying team like the Lakers to care about avoiding avoiding luxury taxes in an all-in season like this upcoming one?

59:51 - Dennis Schroder's Bet Goes Bust. Erik covers how Schroder turned down a $84 million offer over four years from the Lakers only to wind up getting no offers better than a $5.9 million contract from the Boston Celtics.

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1:00 - Revisiting the Pistons picking Darko Milicic in the 2003 NBA Draft

4:06 - 2021 NBA Draft

12:03 - Cade Cunningham vs. Jalen Green vs. Evan Mobley

20:33 - Who was the best player on the 2004 championship team?

23:36 - What was the low point of the last decade as a Detroit Pistons fan?

25:52 - Legacy of the "Bad Boys" Pistons

30:51 - What should be made of Detroit's offseason?

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0:40 - Aswi and Anu come to terms with the egg on their faces after their strong takes on Giannis during previous podcasts.

7:14 - How great was Giannis? How has he grown as a player? The boys also discuss James Harden's comments about the Greek Freak having "no skill at all."

16:08 - Where does Giannis rank amongst the greatest NBA players ever after this playoff run? Just how high up those rankings could he climb?

26:31 - What does the Milwaukee Bucks winning the title mean for the NBA? Is the era of unchecked smallball over? Is the big man back?

39:02 - What did this NBA Finals tell us about Jrue Holiday and Khris Middleton?

43:41 - Were Devin Booker and Chris Paul good enough in the NBA Finals?

48:14 - Giannis got 50 nuggets from Chick-Fil-A to celebrate his championship. What would the boys eat to celebrate winning a title?

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0:46 - Giannis. Just how good has he been from a historical perspective? Has his playoff run this year been underrated? Does Giannis actually have more to gain from winning this year than Chris Paul does?

7:02 - Bucks Adjustments through the Series. Is the criticism of Coach Bud fair? How have the Bucks adapted their defensive gameplan over the course of this series to adjust to the Suns? What does putting Giannis at the five do for the Bucks?

14:57 - Lack of Depth. Both the Suns and the Bucks are hurting from key injuries. How has the lack of depth affected the NBA Finals?

17:23 - Devin Booker. Throughout the playoffs, the boys on the podcast have been rightfully singing Devin Booker's praises. But Erik and A.C. wonder if the praise has gone a little too far. Is he really a superstar or even a consensus top 10 player?

23:17 - Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday. How much can we reasonably trust the Bucks supporting stars on the offensive end?

26:51 - Predictions for the Series. Erik and A.C. share their predictions about how the rest of the NBA Finals will play out.

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0:54 - Will this year's champion be remembered as an "asterisk" champion? And the boys discuss the painful histories of the franchises in this year's NBA Finals.

10:07 - Chris Paul

14:14 - Devin Booker

17:04 - Deandre Ayton

23:00 - Suns role players to watch in the Finals

25:28 - Giannis Antetokounmpo

30:22 - Khris Middleton

33:42 - Jrue Holiday

35:47 - Bucks role players to watch in the Finals

38:33 - How does the Suns' offense match up against the Bucks' defense?

44:49 - How does the Bucks' offense match up against the Suns' defense?

56:35 - How will a win or a loss in the NBA Finals affect the legacies of Chris Paul and Giannis Antetokounmpo respectively?

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1:45 - Reactions to the Philadelphia 76ers losing to the Atlanta Hawks in seven games.

26:04 - Reactions to the Utah Jazz losing to the Los Angeles Clippers (without Kawhi Leonard) in six games.

48:49 - Reactions to the Milwaukee Bucks coming back from a 3-2 deficit against the Brooklyn Nets and winning game seven on the road.

1:04:34 - Is Kevin Durant the best basketball player in the world right now?

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0:40 - The Changing of the Guard. With incredible first-round performances by Luka Doncic, Trae Young, Donovan Mitchell, and Devin Booker have proven that they are ready to carry the league into the future.

6:43 - The Sixers Even the Series 1-1 but the Hawks Won't Go Down Without a Fight. The Hawks are making the Sixers work. Can Trae Young and this young Hawks team pull off the upset and knock out the #1 seed in the East?

26:00 - The Dominant Nets Are on a Mission to Make the Bucks Stop Here. the Nets are having their way with the Bucks. Will the Milwaukee Bucks be able to turn this series around or is this Nets team too much for anyone to handle?

50:39 - The Gang Predicts the Outcomes of Both Eastern Conference Series.

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1:36 - Phoenix Suns Defeat the Los Angeles Lakers. What caused the Lakers collapse? What roster and coaching mistakes did the Lakers make? What should be made of LeBron's play? Which players impressed for the Suns? What strategic moves did Monty Williams make to win the series? How far can the Suns go this postseason?

36:24 - Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Clippers. How is Luka Doncic destroying the Los Angeles Clippers? Do the Clippers have a chance of coming back in this series? What can the Clippers do to tactically to change the series?

53:34 - Is LeBron's long run as the best player in the NBA over? And if so, who is the best player right now?

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00:34 - Los Angeles Lakers vs. Phoenix Suns. Is LeBron capable of playing at the level he needs to for the Lakers to repeat? How are Andre Drummond and Marc Gasol playing in this series? What are the Lakers doing schematically to slow down the high-powered Phoenix offense? Is Chris Paul saving himself for later in the series? How should Phoenix guard Anthony Davis?

25:25 - Los Angeles Clippers vs. Dallas Mavericks. What has led to the Clippers being on the verge of yet another playoff collapse? What can the Clippers adjust to better stop the Dallas Mavericks' offense? How special has Luka Doncic been? Who will win this series and in how many games? And Aswi has a pitch for Kawhi Leonard.

44:56 - New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks. Are the Knicks fans going too far in celebrating just one playoff win? AC explains what the Knicks winning means to the city of New York and why desirable free agents will finally start joining the franchise. How great has Trae Young been? What have the Hawks done to slow down Julius Randle? Plus what has Derrick Rose done to carry the floundering Knicks offense? And who will win the series?

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0:41 - The gang geeks out over how nice it is to have playoff basketball back again.

3:06 - Los Angeles Lakers vs. Phoenix Suns

21:00 - Philadelphia 76ers vs. Washington Wizards

42:42 - New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks

51:12 - Los Angeles Clippers vs. Dallas Mavericks

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1:04 Most Valuable Player

18:14 Defensive Player Of The Year

31:25 Sixth Man Of The Year

46:13 Most Improved Player

58:42 Rookie Of The Year

114:29 Coach Of The Year

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0:57 - The boys discuss the recent run by the New York Knicks.

5:10 - How has Derrick Rose impacted the team?

7:57 - How is New York City treating the Knicks versus the much-hyped Brooklyn Nets?

10:53 - Rahul describes what it's like to attend a game at Madison Square Garden during the pandemic.

12:59 - The boys share their appreciation for how Julius Randle has gone from a solid player to an All Star to an All NBA Team candidate. They rave about his clutch scoring ability, discuss his unique skillset, and ponder which former player his game most resembles.

22:35 - The boys cover the growth of R.J. Barrett as shooter, finisher, and defender. And Drew makes a bold claim regarding his willingness to trade R.J. Barrett.

34:46 - Just how dominant has Nerlens Noel been this season? What should the Knicks do with Noel and Mitchell Robinson in the offseason? Are centers undervalued or overvalued in the modern NBA?

42:30 - The boys discuss the Knicks potential to finish in the fourth, fifth, or sixth spots in the Eastern Conference playoff race. How would the Knicks matchup against potential first round opponents such as the Atlanta Hawks, the Miami Heat, and the Milwaukee Bucks?

51:46 - How would the Miami Heat match up with the Milwaukee Bucks? How would a potential round two series between the Bucks and the Brooklyn Nets go? And how would the Philadelphia 76ers fare against the other Eastern Conference contenders?

1:02:57 - Given the current odds for the various Eastern Conference playoff teams to win the Eastern Conference playoffs, which team is worth betting on to get to the NBA Finals?

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0:33 - The 8th, 9th, and 10th best NBA players for the 2021 playoffs

17:08 - The last five players that round out the Top 15 NBA players for the 2021 playoffs

For detailed discussion of specific players, please see the timestamps below:

1:30 - Jimmy Butler

6:32 - Damian Lillard

13:08 - Bam Adebayo

18:26 - James Harden

27:57 - Donovan Mitchell

31:58 - Paul George

39:46 - Bradley Beal

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1:08 - The rules which the boys followed in making their lists.

2:42 - The boys discuss which factors they weighed most heavily in coming up with their lists.

7:45 - Top 3 best players for the 2021 playoffs

32:50 - The 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th best players for the 2021 playoffs

For detailed discussion of specific players, please see the timestamps below:

10:23 - LeBron James

18:28 - Kevin Durant

25:25 - Kawhi Leonard

34:52 - Anthony Davis

42:25 - Steph Curry

51:59 - Nikola Jokic

1:05:04 - Joel Embiid

1:23:23 - Luka Doncic

1:30:49 - Chris Paul

1:41:05 - Kyrie Irving

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And for more on the NBA's history with social justice issues over the decades, please check out our bonus podcast episode released on MLK day - "Bonus Episode: The NBA & Social Justice - A Discussion for MLK Day".

1:27 - Instant reactions to hearing the verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin

10:20 - The rise of activism amongst NBA players in the wake of the death of George Floyd

16:36 - Were the NBA's and the players' efforts to promote social justice causes in the bubble effective?

25:54 - Did the social justice efforts of the NBA cause the television ratings dip seen in the bubble and this season? And if it did, should that even matter?

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0:33 - Reactions to the Los Angeles Lakers win against the Brooklyn Nets. Is there anything that can be learned about how these teams might match up in a potential NBA Finals?

11:46 - Was Kyrie Irving justified in publicly admonishing Dennis Schroeder for using the n-word? Erik shares his perspective on the issue.

16:38 - Who between the Utah Jazz and the Phoenix Suns will wind up with the number one seed in the Western Conference playoffs?

19:25 - Where will the Los Angeles Lakers, Portland Trail Blazers, and Dallas Mavericks finish in the race to avoid the seventh seed and the play-in tournament?

25:35 - Will the Denver Nuggets or the Los Angeles Clippers secure the third seed in the Western Conference playoffs?

30:56 - Assuming the Memphis Grizzlies finish in the top 8, there would only be two available play-in tournament slots left. Who between the Golden State Warriors, the San Antonio Spurs, and the New Orleans Pelicans will wind up missing the Western Conference play-in tournament? And just how great has Zion Williamson been?

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Beefs

00:43 - Kevin Durant v. Michael Rapaport

13:07 - JJ Redick v. David Griffin and the New Orleans Pelicans front office

Buyouts

20:18 - Are buyouts starting to become a problem for the NBA? Do buyouts favor big market teams over small market teams?

23:31 - Andre Drummond signed with the Los Angeles Lakers. Should he start? Will he help the defending champions repeat?

31:29 - Blake Griffin and LaMarcus Aldridge signed with the Brooklyn Nets. Is this now a "Monstars" style superteam? Or can these players hurt the Nets by playing instead of Nick Claxton?

39:27 - Austin Rivers and Jeff Teague signed with the Milwaukee Bucks. How can they help Milwaukee in their playoff push?

44:50 - Gorgui Dieng signed with the San Antonio Spurs. Is this evidence that the alleged big market advantage in the buyout market is overblown?

Butts

47:20 - Paul Pierce posts an IG Live video of himself smoking a blunt surrounded by strippers. The gang shares their initial reactions to the video, debates if ESPN's punishment was fair, and makes the case that Richard Jefferson should replace Paul Pierce on the national broadcasts.

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1:01 - After weeks of speculation, Kyle Lowry surprisingly wasn't traded by the Raptors. Was this a mistake by Masai Ujiri? And will the Sixers, Lakers, and Heat come to regret not offering more to get Lowry?

12:52 - How can George Hill help the Philadelphia 76ers?

15:24 - The gang marvels at Pat Riley somehow managing to add Victor Oladipo, Nemanja Bjelica, and Trevor Ariza to a talented Miami Heat squad that was just in the NBA Finals. Do these moves make the Miami Heat legitimate contenders in the Eastern Conference?

19:24 - Did the Chicago Bulls make the right decision in trading lightly protected future assets to acquire All Star center Nicola Vucevic?

25:32 - The gang discusses the Denver Nuggets adding Aaron Gordon and Javale McGee. Will these moves vault Denver to the top of the Western Conference?

32:31 - What does P.J. Tucker bring to the Milwaukee Bucks?

36:12 - Is Rajon Rondo really the missing piece for the Los Angeles Clippers as all the talking heads (and Draymond Green) seem to think?

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00:52 - The gang pays tribute to the great Elgin Baylor - the man who first brought aerial artistry to professional basketball.

8:30 - What does LeBron's injury mean for the Los Angeles Lakers? When can he be expected to return? Was the injury caused by a dirty play from Solomon Hill?

13:27 - Will the Lakers fall all the way to one of the two play-in games without both LeBron and AD for the foreseeable future? What will that mean for the Lakers' title chances?

27:47 - Who needs to step up on the Lakers to fill the massive void created by the absences of LeBron and AD?

44:56 - The gang laughs about the twitter feud between Draymond Green and Tony Allen that started with Draymond proclaiming himself the greatest defensive player ever.

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3:25 - Aswi and Garrett describe what it was like to be Sixers fans in the "Process" years.

6:22 - The gang discusses Joel Embiid's dominant season, how he has improved as a player, and his case to win this year's MVP award.

17:46 - Aswi and Garrett share their concerns regarding the lack of offensive growth by Ben Simmons. Can he be a blue chip piece on a legitimate title contender? And just how dominant has Ben Simmons been on defense?

25:46 - The gang discusses the Sixers' supporting cast including Tobias Harris, Seth Curry, Danny Green, Dwight Howard, Matisse Thybulle, Tyrese Maxey, Shake Milton, and more.

36:21 - Aswi and Garrett share their thoughts on Brett Brown and what they've seen so far from Doc Rivers. Aswi explains why Sixers fans refer to Doc Rivers by his government name.

40:59 - What moves should the Sixers make at the upcoming trade deadline to bolster their chances of winning a championship this year?

47:36 - How would the Sixers fare against the Boston Celtics in a playoff series?

51:59 - How would the Sixers fare against the Miami Heat in a playoff series?

1:00:14 - How would the Sixers fare against the Milwaukee Bucks in a playoff series?

1:04:18 - How would the Sixers fare against the Brooklyn Nets in a playoff series?

1:12:10 - The gang predicts how the rest of the season will go for the 76ers.

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2:05 - George Washington, the 1st President

11:44 - Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President

17:16 - Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President

31:38 - Jimmy Carter, the 39th President

35:44 - Ronald Reagan, the 40th President

45:13 - Teddy Roosevelt, the 26th President

53:55 - John F. Kennedy, the 35th President

1:01:43 - Lyndon B. Johnson, the 36th President

1:10:20 - Andrew Jackson, the 7th President

1:13:19 - James Buchanan, Jr., the 15th President

1:14:20 - Donald J. Trump, the 45th President

1:16:48 - Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th President

1:19:54 - Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President

0:50 - The gang begins by discussing the fallout of Meyers Leonard using an anti-semitic slur while streaming a Call of Duty match. Is his apology acceptable? What should the NBA do in response?

8:27 - The gang reacts to the All Star events that took place last weekend.

14:04 - Paolo describes how he became a Nets fan and describes what it was like to follow the Nets after the disastrous trade to get the corpses of Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Jason Terry.

21:19 - The gang discusses Blake Griffin agreeing to join the Nets. Will he be part of the Nets' closing lineup?

29:25 - What should be made of the Nets supporting cast? Which players have stepped up for the Nets?

42:58 - In what ways have the Big Three exceeded expectations so far?

52:46 - How has Steve Nash done so far as the rookie coach of this superteam? Are their any concerns with him helming the team in the playoffs?

59:16 - Are the Nets the favorites to win the Eastern Conference playoffs? Which team is their biggest threat to making an NBA Finals run?

1:09:16 - Should the Nets be favored over the Western Conference teams in a potential NBA Finals? How would they match up with a healthy Los Angeles Lakers team?

1:20:00 - What moves can the Nets still make to improve their roster? The gang discusses the advantages the Nets have over other contenders in bolstering their roster.

1:27:36 - Paolo shows pity to AC's New York Knicks.

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0:55 - The gang talks about the shortcomings of the Boston Celtics and what might be causing their underwhelming record.

12:02 - What's going on with Anu's Toronto Raptors?

24:26 - Aswi and Anu put their GM hats on to try negotiating a trade to send Kyle Lowry to the Philadelphia 76ers.

33:30 - Why aren't the Nuggets playing better despite Jokic playing at an MVP level?

42:26 - Is The Unicorn the big problem in Dallas, or do the Mavericks' problems run deeper? Knicks fan AC gives a Hot Take on former Knick, Porzingis, and sheds some light on why he may actually be the root of the Mavericks' problems.

56:02 - The gang makes their picks for who they think will turn it around and make a good playoff run.

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1:00 - AC, Drew, and Rahul explain why New York will always be a Knicks town no matter how good the Brooklyn Nets are. 

3:22 - The gang revels in the success of the current squad and discusses Julius Randle, Obi Toppin, Immanuel Quickley, R.J. Barrett, and Mitchell Robinson.  

21:22 - What has Coach Tom Thibodeau brought to the Knicks? How has the Knicks' team defense been so remarkable despite a lack of practice and only few notable defensive players? 

28:38 - Should the Knicks tank or shoot for the playoffs? 

35:21 - Are Leon Rose and Worldwide Wes the right guys to lead the Knicks? The gang also dispels some of the myths about James Dolan and hones in on why he's failed so much as the owner of the Knicks. And how on Earth did Steve Mills keep his job for so long? 

41:45 - What move by the Knicks was the most infuriating even as it was happening? Spoiler alert: there are so many to choose from that picking just one is nearly impossible. 

50:14 - AC goes through his many heartbreaks as a young fan of the 90s Knicks. 

59:44 - Why even stay loyal to a franchise that has been so incompetent for so long? 

1:02:21 - The gang makes its predictions for how this "Cinderella" New York Knicks season ends. 

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0:24 - The gang explains the rules for selecting NBA All Star starters and the criteria coaches are expected to abide by in selecting All Star reserves.

2:35 - Each of the hosts picks his Eastern Conference All Stars.

43:47 - Each of the hosts picks his Western Conference All Stars.

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0:38 - The gang discusses the red hot Utah Jazz. Are they legitimate contenders? What has Mike Conley brought to the team that he didn't last year? After his great start to the year, should Rudy Gobert now be considered properly paid? Can Donovan Mitchell become a true superstar this season?

27:33 - The gang checks in on the Los Angeles Clippers. How has Paul George improved this season? What should be made of Kawhi no longer load managing? What's up with the Clippers struggles to generate offense in the clutch this season? And "Aswidramus" brags about being right about Nicolas Batum.

42:28 - How would a Clippers vs. Jazz playoff series go?

47:15 - How would a Lakers vs. Jazz playoff series go?

51:21 - How would a Lakers vs. Clippers playoff series go?

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1:07 - The gang reflects on the once-in-a-lifetime matchup of the GOAT and the potential future GOAT in Super Bowl 55.

2:33 - How are legacies defined differently in the NFL vs. the NBA?

6:40 - Would losing to Tom Brady hurt Mahomes' GOAT potential?

12:40 - Is Tom Brady the Greatest Football Player ever?

16:32 - The gang highlights NFL players who used to play basketball.

18:38 - What NBA players would play defensive positions in the NFL? Mig breaks down the role of each football player on defense while AC and Aswi try to match player with position.

37:26 - What NBA players would play offensive positions in the NFL? Once again, Mig breaks each position down while AC and Aswi figure out the NBA players that best fit in them.

57:01 - Who is winning Super Bowl 55? The gang gives their picks for who they think is winning the GOAT Bowl.

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0:31 - Introducing the show's very first two guests, Mas and Erik!

1:22 - The gang recaps Wednesday night's marquee matchup between Mas and Erik's Los Angeles Lakers and Aswi's Philadelphia 76ers.

7:30 - The gang discusses the incredible performance of the Lakers on both sides of the floor and why they might just be the best team in the NBA.

10:22 - LeBron is having an MVP-caliber season. As day one LeBron fans, what do Mas and Erik think about his play in year 18?

20:53 - What's going with Anthony Davis? Should Lakers fans be worried about competing for a ring if he has been playing like this?

24:31 - How have the newcomers been playing? The gang discusses about the impact Mark Gasol, Dennis Shroder, Montrezl Harrell, and Wesley Matthews have had this year.

38:46 - What about the impact of the returning role players? The gang weighs in on the performance of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Kyle Kuzma, and Alex Caruso.

46:05 - In crunchtime, who will Frank Vogel pick to seal the W? The gang picks who their ideal closing five players are.

49:23 - With powerhouses like the Clippers and Nets in the way, who are Mas and Erik most worried about facing in the playoffs?

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0:20 - Tribute to Kobe Bryant

3:53 - The birth of "Aswidramus"

5:48 - The gang argues over the effectiveness of the NBA's newly implemented Covid-19 rules. Will all the missed games be made up down the road?

13:04 - The gang discusses the effects of the shortened schedule this season. Are the consecutive games against the same opponents here to stay? Will it lead to less tanking?

24:46 - How likely is it that the playoffs this season could take place in a bubble?

28:18 - Are the empty arenas leading to more blowouts this season?

35:23 - Should there be an All Star game this season?

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1:21 - Initial reactions upon hearing the news

8:51 - Are the Nets now the title favorites?

20:21 - The gang discusses the increasingly bizarre Kyrie Irving situation.

26:19 - How did the Rockets do in the trade? Did they get enough for James Harden?

34:16 - How did the Cavaliers fare in the trade? Plus the gang discusses "Sexland" and rookie Isaac Okoro.

41:49 - Did the Pacers make the right decision in swapping Victor Oladipo for Caris Levert?

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1:18 - Is expansion even a good idea?

4:42 - Seattle

9:32 - Vancouver

19:41 - Mexico City

24:38 - San Juan

27:14 - Nashville

30:43 - Louisville

34:12 - Las Vegas

41:27 - Baltimore and Kansas City

45:38 - Predictions

0:38 - Who is the most likely player to start a brawl?

6:45 - Who is the most likely player to break the NBA's Covid-19 protocol?

14:22 - Who is the most likely coach to get fired?

23:38 - Who is the most likely player to demand a trade (besides James Harden)?

27:42 - Who is the most likely player to win MVP?

36:52 - Who is the most likely player to win Defensive Player of the Year?

42:52 - Who is the most likely coach to win Coach of the Year?

50:51 - Who is the most likely player to win the "Shaqtin' A Fool" MVP?

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of you out there!

Audio Credits - "Christmas Jingle" by Adam Vitovsky

1:01 - Jazz: How good is Donavan Mitchell? Is Rudy Gobert worth a max extension? And is Mike Conley washed up?

9:02 - Nuggets: What does the loss of Jerami Grant mean for the Nuggets? Is Jamal Murray already a superstar in this league? And Anushan raves about Nikola Jokic.

17:35 - Mavericks: The gang discusses the ceiling for Luka Doncic. Plus, is Porzingis good enough to be the second best player on a championship team?

28:10 - Suns: Did the Suns make the right move in adding an aging Chris Paul to a young team? How will he pair with Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton? And the gang discusses Chris Paul's playoff legacy.

40:09 - Rockets: Are the Rockets headed towards a full rebuild? Is adding John Wall and Christian Wood enough to keep the Rockets competitive? And A.C. has a hot take on Tilman Fertitta.

46:17 - Pelicans: The gang discusses the merits of the Pelicans adding Steven Adams. And is it time to start worrying about Zion's ability to stay healthy?

1:08 - Clippers: The gang has some fun at Paul George's expense. And they examine "Lemon Pepper" Lou's playoff shortcomings. Plus, A.C. has a hot take on Kawhi Leonard.

31:54 - Lakers: The gang discusses Rob Pelinka's masterful offseason. What does Montrezl Harrell bring to the Lakers? Is going from Playoff Rondo to Dennis Schroder actually an upgrade? And Ranga worries that the Lakers might be a little too strong.

52:58 - Trailblazers: Did the Blazers do enough this offseason to catch the LA teams? How do they match up against the other Western Conference teams? The gang discusses whether a team with two smaller guards can ever truly be contenders.

1:03:35 - Warriors: The gang worries about the ability of the Warriors to compete without Klay Thompson. Ranga and Nisal place their hopes in Andrew Wiggins of all people. And man is it going to be nice to have Steph Curry back playing again this season.

1:09 - Nets: What's going on with Kyrie Irving? And what should be expected of Kevin Durant after his return from injury? Plus, what do we think of the Nets hiring Steve Nash as a first time head coach?

19:41 - Bucks: The gang shares its thoughts on the addition of Jrue Holiday. Then Aswi holds no punches in his hot take of the Greek Freak. And everyone collectively piles on Coach Bud.

32:40 - Sixers: The gang gets into a debate about Aswi's Sixers. How much blame does Joel Embiid deserve for the Sixers' playoff flameouts? Is Ben Simmons the reason things aren't always sunny in Philadelphia?

46:04 - Heat: The gang covers the Heat's talented young trio of emerging players and the greatness of Pat Riley and Erik Spoelstra.

53:37 - Celtics: The gang discusses what the loss of Gordon Hayward means for Nisal's Boston Celtics. Is Danny Ainge overrated? And how great is Jayson Tatum?