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NBA Standings Check-In, DPOY Cases & the Best Moves of the 2024 NBA Offseason! | GAME THEORY PODCAST Apr 04, 2025

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In this edition of The Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon are here to talk about NBA Defensive Player of the Year, an NBA Standings Check-in with two weeks left, and the seven best moves of the 2024 NBA Offseason! 05:24 - Who is the frontrunner for NBA Defensive Player of the Year? 33:56 - NBA Standings Check-in! What are the most intrguing playoff races with 2 weeks left? 57:15 - Best Moves of the 2024 Offseason! 1:48:03 - Ja Morant gun celebration (REACTION) CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! FOLLOW GAME THEORY ON SOCIAL: TWITTER / INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / BLUESKY / THREADS SPONSORS: VISIT OUR PARTNERS OVER AT PRIZEPICKS TO GO SUPPORT THE SHOW! DOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY AND USE CODE "GAMETHEORY" TO GET $50 INSTANTLY AFTER YOU PLAY YOUR FIRST $5 LINEUP! START YOUR HAIR GROWTH JOURNEY WITH NUTRAFOL. FOR A LIMITED TIME, NUTRAFOL IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS TEN DOLLARS OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH’S SUBSCRIPTION AND FREE SHIPPING WHEN YOU GO TO NUTRAFOL.COM AND ENTER THE PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY”

Grizzlies FIRE Taylor Jenkins REACTION | Ranking Worst 2024 Offseason Moves | GAME THEORY PODCAST Mar 31, 2025

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In the edtion of the Game Theory podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon reaction to the stunning news that the Grizzlies parted way with head coach Taylor Jenkins, as well as this weekend's Men's NCAA Tournament action from an NBA perspective. Then, they both list their 5 worst transactions of the 2024 offseason now with the benefit of 6 months of hindsight. 03:33 - Men's NCAA Tournament - Weekend #2 Recap from an NBA Draft Perspective 22:39 - REACTION: Taylor Jenkins FIRED by the Memphis Grizzlies 47:46 - Ranking the Worst 2024 Offseason Moves (Honorable Mentions) 52:25 - #5 Nuggets signing Dario Saric 1:01:26 - #4 Bulls re-sign Patrick Williams 1:08:04 - #3 DeMar Derozan sign & trade to Kings 1:15:57 - #2 (wait no this is clearly No. 1) 76ers sign Paul George & extend Joel Embiid 1:26:13 - #2 Dejounte Murray trade to the Pelicans for Dyson Daniels, Larry Nance & 2 1sts 1:34:49 - Would the Pelicans trade Trey Murphy III for the #3 pick & Devin Vassell? 1:41:50 - Would any team trade the #1 overall pick for Giannis? CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! FOLLOW GAME THEORY ON SOCIAL: TWITTER / INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / BLUESKY / THREADS SPONSORS: VISIT OUR PARTNERS OVER AT PRIZEPICKS TO GO SUPPORT THE SHOW! DOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY AND USE CODE "GAMETHEORY" TO GET $50 INSTANTLY AFTER YOU PLAY YOUR FIRST $5 LINEUP!

Most Interesting NBA Rookies in March | Castle, Risacher, Buzelis, more | Game Theory Podcast Mar 28, 2025

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In this episode of Game Theory, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss their most interesting NBA rookies to watch through March! They also answer the question: who would each lottery team select if they landed the #3 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft? 8:00 Stephon Castle 18:03 Zaccharie Risacher 38:55 Matas Buzelis 53:20 Ron Holland 1:01:20 Alex Sarr (and the other Wizards rookies) 1:11:00 Justin Edwards 1:22:28 What would each lottery team do if they got the No. 3 overall pick? CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! FOLLOW GAME THEORY ON SOCIAL: TWITTER / INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / BLUESKY / THREADS SPONSORS: VISIT OUR PARTNERS OVER AT PRIZEPICKS TO GO SUPPORT THE SHOW! DOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY AND USE CODE "GAMETHEORY" TO GET $50 INSTANTLY AFTER YOU PLAY YOUR FIRST $5 LINEUP! TIMELINE IS OFFERING 10% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER OF MITOPURE! GO TO TIMELINE.COM/GAMETHEORY

X-Factors for the Cavs, Celtics, Thunder & other playoff contenders! | GAME THEORY PODCAST Mar 24, 2025

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In this episode of Game Theory, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the opening weekend of the Men's NCAA Tournament from an NBA Draft perspective before going through go through each NBA contender's biggest X-factor heading into the playoffs next month. 02:49 - Men's NCAA Tourney (NBA Draft Impact) 43:39 - NBA Contender X-Factors! (Set Up - NBA Standings) 52:47 - Oklahoma City Thunder 1:00:54 - Cleveland Cavaliers 1:08:52 - Boston Celtics 1:18:03 - New York Knicks 1:25:31 - Milwaukee Bucks 1:28:43 - Houston Rockets 1:37:09 - Denver Nuggets 1:43:45 - Los Angeles Lakers 1:49:26 - Golden State Warriors 1:54:11 - Draymond vs JJJ for DPOY 1:59:14 - Grizzlies, Timberwolves & Clippers 2:01:55 - Derik Queen buzzer-beater reaction CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! FOLLOW GAME THEORY ON SOCIAL: TWITTER / INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / BLUESKY / THREADS SPONSORS: VISIT OUR PARTNERS OVER AT PRIZEPICKS TO GO SUPPORT THE SHOW! DOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY AND USE CODE "GAMETHEORY" TO GET $50 INSTANTLY AFTER YOU PLAY YOUR FIRST $5 LINEUP!

NBA MOCK DRAFT 2025 - Pre-NCAA Tournament March Madness edition | Game Theory Podcast Mar 20, 2025

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In this episode of Game Theory, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon go through another NBA Mock Draft ahead of the 2025 Men's NCAA Tournament. CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! FOLLOW GAME THEORY ON SOCIAL: TWITTER / INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / BLUESKY / THREADS SPONSORS: VISIT OUR PARTNERS OVER AT PRIZEPICKS TO GO SUPPORT THE SHOW! DOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY AND USE CODE "GAMETHEORY" TO GET $50 INSTANTLY AFTER YOU PLAY YOUR FIRST $5 LINEUP! START YOUR HAIR GROWTH JOURNEY WITH NUTRAFOL. FOR A LIMITED TIME, NUTRAFOL IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS TEN DOLLARS OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH’S SUBSCRIPTION AND FREE SHIPPING WHEN YOU GO TO NUTRAFOL.COM AND ENTER THE PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY” TIMELINE IS OFFERING 10% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER OF MITOPURE! GO TO TIMELINE.COM/GAMETHEORY

How to Watch the NCAA Tournament for NBA Fans & How Selection Sunday affects NBA Draft | Game Theory Podcast Mar 17, 2025

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In this episode of Game Theory, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon will go LIVE after the 2025 Men's NCAA Bracket is announced & discuss the results of selection Sunday from an NBA perspective! 05:32 - NCAA Conderence Tournament Recap 26:04 - SOUTH BRACKET 59:56 - WEST BRACKET 1:28:54 - EAST BRACKET 1:56:42 - MIDWEST BRACKET 2:25:42 - Final thoughts & questions CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! FOLLOW GAME THEORY ON SOCIAL: TWITTER / INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / BLUESKY / THREADS SPONSORS: VISIT OUR PARTNERS OVER AT PRIZEPICKS TO GO SUPPORT THE SHOW! DOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY AND USE CODE "GAMETHEORY" TO GET $50 INSTANTLY AFTER YOU PLAY YOUR FIRST $5 LINEUP! START YOUR HAIR GROWTH JOURNEY WITH NUTRAFOL. FOR A LIMITED TIME, NUTRAFOL IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS TEN DOLLARS OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH’S SUBSCRIPTION AND FREE SHIPPING WHEN YOU GO TO NUTRAFOL.COM AND ENTER THE PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY” TIMELINE IS OFFERING 10% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER OF MITOPURE! GO TO TIMELINE.COM/GAMETHEORY

Are the Los Angeles Lakers Real Contenders? w/ Jovan Buha | Game Theory Podcast Mar 13, 2025

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In this edition of The Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Lakers senior reporter Jordan Buha of The Athletic for a wide-ranging discussion about the already unforgettable season in Los Angeles & whether Luka Doncic, Lebron James & JJ Redick can officially declare themselves contenders for an NBA championship. 03:30 - Luka Doncic's first month with the Lakers 09:07 - Lebron's fit next to Luka 18:22 - Austin Reaves thriving as a 3rd option 25:25 - Lakers top 10 (and improving) defense 33:23 - Can the Lakers contend for a title if they enter the West playoffs healthy? 42:22 - Lakers vs Warriors 48:16 - Lakers vs Nuggets 56:00 - Lakers vs Rockets 58:05 - Lakers vs Grizzlies 1:01:40 - Lakers vs Thunder CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! FOLLOW GAME THEORY ON SOCIAL: TWITTER / INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / BLUESKY / THREADS SPONSORS: VISIT OUR PARTNERS OVER AT PRIZEPICKS TO GO SUPPORT THE SHOW! DOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY AND USE CODE "GAMETHEORY" TO GET $50 INSTANTLY AFTER YOU PLAY YOUR FIRST $5 LINEUP! START YOUR HAIR GROWTH JOURNEY WITH NUTRAFOL. FOR A LIMITED TIME, NUTRAFOL IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS TEN DOLLARS OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH’S SUBSCRIPTION AND FREE SHIPPING WHEN YOU GO TO NUTRAFOL.COM AND ENTER THE PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY”

Cavs, Pistons, Rockets & the BEST SURPRISES of the NBA season! | Game Theory Podcast Mar 13, 2025

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In this edition of The Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon break down the six biggest, most fun surprises in the NBA this season, from the Detroit Pistons and Houston Rockets to the dominance of the Cavaliers and surge of the Trail Blazers. 05:40 - Detroit Pistons 21:34 - Houston Rockets 34:55 - Cleveland Cavaliers 54:32 - Portland Trail Blazers 1:06:44 - Dyson Daniels 1:16:45 - Trey Murphy III 1:21:29 - Honorable mentions CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! FOLLOW GAME THEORY ON SOCIAL: TWITTER / INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / BLUESKY / THREADS SPONSORS: VISIT OUR PARTNERS OVER AT PRIZEPICKS TO GO SUPPORT THE SHOW! DOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY AND USE CODE "GAMETHEORY" TO GET $50 INSTANTLY AFTER YOU PLAY YOUR FIRST $5 LINEUP! START YOUR HAIR GROWTH JOURNEY WITH NUTRAFOL. FOR A LIMITED TIME, NUTRAFOL IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS TEN DOLLARS OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH’S SUBSCRIPTION AND FREE SHIPPING WHEN YOU GO TO NUTRAFOL.COM AND ENTER THE PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY”

POWER TANKINGS! What NBA team NEEDS Cooper Flagg the MOST?! | Game Theory Podcast Mar 10, 2025

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In this edition of The Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon go through the different teams in the "Capture The Flagg" Power Tankings & list who needs the #1 pick the most based on the current state of the franchises. 05:55 - POWER TANKINGS! What NBA team NEEDS Cooper Flagg the MOST?! (Set Up) 18:33 - San Antonio Spurs 22:27 - Houston Rockets 25:16 - Portland Trail Blazers 34:14 - Philadelphia 76ers 41:29 - Miami Heat 45:57 - New Orleans Pelicans 49:12 - Atlanta Hawks 1:01:27 - Toronto Raptors 1:15:46 - Dallas Mavericks 1:31:33 - Brooklyn Nets 1:37:19 - Utah Jazz 1:49:33 - Charlotte Hornets 2:02:17 - Chicago Bulls 2:14:38 - Washington Wizards 2:27:48 - TRIVIA! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! FOLLOW GAME THEORY ON SOCIAL: TWITTER / INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / BLUESKY / THREADS SPONSORS: VISIT OUR PARTNERS OVER AT PRIZEPICKS TO GO SUPPORT THE SHOW! DOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY AND USE CODE "GAMETHEORY" TO GET $50 INSTANTLY AFTER YOU PLAY YOUR FIRST $5 LINEUP! START YOUR HAIR GROWTH JOURNEY WITH NUTRAFOL. FOR A LIMITED TIME, NUTRAFOL IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS TEN DOLLARS OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH’S SUBSCRIPTION AND FREE SHIPPING WHEN YOU GO TO NUTRAFOL.COM AND ENTER THE PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY”

MAILBAG EXTRAVAGANGA (Part 2): Tips for New Scouts, Best NBL Prospects & Top 5 AFTER the Consensus Top 5! | Game Theory Podcast Mar 07, 2025

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In part 2 of this edition of The Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to answer several submitted mailbag questions, covering a wide range of topics from revenue sharing to college hoops to the potential top 5 in the NBA Draft to much more! 3:05 - Top 5 Draft prospects AFTER the consensus top 5? 15:48 - Does CHA trade their pick if it's #2 overall? 29:22 - What NBA team would you want to/not want to work for? 36:27 - Asa Newell NBA projections 39:05 - 2025 Draft Prospect who will go from bad to good shooter in the NBA 42:20 - Underrated older prospect w/ a Toumani Camara/Herb Jones ceiling 48:58 - Best 3pt or off ball shooters in this draft? 52:50 - Best NBL prospects? 58:24- Ryan Kalkbrenner's project pick range? 1:02:39 - Most likely late draft riser? 1:07:57 - What are the Raptors doing? 1:09:43 - Jared McCain's ceiling/Philly frustrations 1:12:05 - Favorite fits for Portland? 1:15:38 - Thoughts on Alex Condon? 1:22:22 - If the Spurs add Naz Reid + top 4 pick, are they a top 3 seed in the West? 1:26:37 - How revenue sharing will affect college basketball 1:35:55 - Tips for getting started as a scout? CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! FOLLOW GAME THEORY ON SOCIAL: TWITTER / INSTAGRAM / TIKTOK / BLUESKY / THREADS SPONSORS: VISIT OUR PARTNERS OVER AT PRIZEPICKS TO GO SUPPORT THE SHOW! DOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY AND USE CODE "GAMETHEORY" TO GET $50 INSTANTLY AFTER YOU PLAY YOUR FIRST $5 LINEUP! START YOUR HAIR GROWTH JOURNEY WITH NUTRAFOL. FOR A LIMITED TIME, NUTRAFOL IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS TEN DOLLARS OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH’S SUBSCRIPTION AND FREE SHIPPING WHEN YOU GO TO NUTRAFOL.COM AND ENTER THE PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY”

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