We're Talking Hoops, Not Talking Heads
On today's episode, we discuss three bigs from the 2018 NBA draft class: Wendell Carter Jr., Mo Bamba, and Marvin Bagley. We dive into how their games have progressed, stagnated, and what aspects have yet to flash at a consistent level. How can they improve, be better utilized, and reach their ceiling? All three players [...]
On today's episode we continue discussing the progression and outlook of young players; specifically guards/bigs on this episode (Check out Episode 12 for the wings). Players discussed on this pod: Karl-Anthony Towns, Donovan Mitchell, De'Aaron Fox, Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., Trae Young, Zion Williamson, Bam Adebayo Do you agree/disagree? Let us know what you [...]
The Last Dance paints an incorrect picture of the 1996 Finals and some of the players involved; Gary Payton gave Michael Jordan problems.
If I could use any word to describe Jayson Tatum's 2019-20 campaign it would be, "perplexing ". The 3rd year wing, has enjoyed a breakout season playing at an all-star level and nearly at an all-NBA level. Just looking at basic numbers here are how his season stacks up to years prior. Points per 75 [...]
Even without the season up in the air, this summer's free-agency period was chock full of questions. The NBA suspension adds even more fuel to the fire. The loss of revenue from the regular season and potentially the post-season as well, will unquestionably have a significant impact on the salary cap. What does this mean [...]
The Coronavirus took the country by storm this past week, largely due to the exposure received after the postponement of the NBA season. After the entire Brooklyn Nets team was tested for the virus (4 players were positive), there was significant pushback on social media. Tests are scarce and incredibly expensive; many clearly saw the [...]
The last few days have been a firestorm of shit to say the least. So, I decided to get back into writing about the NBA because that's what I do and it feels weird not to; we need some normalcy. I've followed the Brooklyn Nets very closely this season, and while it definitely has not [...]
Aaron Gordon's February While I've spoken on Gordon's recent run, I'd be remiss if i didn't highlight it once more as the month comes to a close. In 12 games in February, Gordon posted 18.6pts/8.9rbds/5.7asts on 47.9fg%/39.6 3p%/69%ft. What I think is most intriguing about Gordon's run is the change in his game that I [...]
After putting together a tantalizing 20-3 run from early December to January 27th, The Jazz have struggled to a 5-9 record since their incredible stretch. The past few years, Utah has had well documented offensive struggles in the playoffs. So the offense must be faltering again right? Oddly enough, Utah's offensive rating has been roughly [...]
Every season before the trade deadline, teams struggling to enter the playoff picture routinely tear down their team; sending out expiring players or stars with large contracts who don't fit the team. The Pistons shipping Andre Drummond across Lake Erie to Cleveland signifies the star of a welcome rebuild for a team that has been [...]