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2023 NBA MOCK DRAFT! Version 2.0, May 3 Edition: Where do Victor Wembanyama, Scoot, Miller go? May 04, 2023

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Adam Spinella joins the show and he and Sam do a 2023 NBA Mock Draft Podcast! We dive deep into the 2023 NBA Draft and its first 30 picks breaking down who we would pick for each team at each spot. Sections: 00:00 Intro 07:45 1st overall pick, Victor Wembanyama 13:58 2nd overall pick, Scoot Henderson 20:30 3rd overall pick, Amen Thompson 28:28 4th overall pick, Brandon Miller 31:58 5th overall pick, Cam Whitmore 39:48 6th overall pick, Taylor Hendricks 45:03 7th overall pick, Jarace Walker 48:44 8th overall pick, Anthony Black 52:14 9th overall pick, Ausar Thompson 57:53 10th overall pick, Cason Wallace 01:02:03 11th overall pick, Gradey Dick 01:05:28 12th overall pick, Leonard Miller 01:13:50 13th overall pick, Kobe Bufkin 01:17:03 14th overall pick, Dereck Lively 01:21:12 15h overall pick, GG Jackson 01:25:23 16th overall pick, Brice Sensabaugh 01:29:34 17th overall pick, Keyonte George 01:34:02 18th overall pick, Nick Smith Jr. 01:37:11 19th overall pick, Kris Murray 01:41:01 20th overall pick, Jalen Hood-Schifino 01:43:16 21st overall pick, Sidy Cissoko 01:46:07 22nd overall pick, Dariq Whitehead 01:49:31 23rd overall pick, Jordan Hawkins 01:51:43 24th overall pick, Noah Clowney 01:53:51 25th overall pick, Colby Jones 01:55:04 26th overall pick, Bobi Klintman 01:57:22 27th overall pick, Jett Howard 02:01:25 28th overall pick, Rayan Rupert 02:03:12 29th overall pick, Max Lewis 02:05:01 30th overall pick, Andre Jackson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lakers beat Warriors in Game 1; Knicks tie Heat 1-1; Dillon Brooks out for Memphis; Embiid wins MVP May 03, 2023

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Mark Schindler joins the show to break down the two playoff games tonight. First, we start with the Warriors-Lakers game, one of the most fun games of the playoffs so far just insofar as adjustments and different looks that each team gave the other throughout the game. Then, we move to a Jimmy Butler-less Knicks win over the Heat to even that series at 1-1. We chat about RJ Barrett's breakout, a few Heat sets, and where that series goes from here. Finally, we finish on two news-y topics, including Joel Embiid winning MVP and Dillon Brooks being out as an option for Memphis in free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harden steals Game 1 for 76ers vs. Celtics! Nuggets win Game 2 vs Suns with Defense! May 02, 2023

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Sam Vecenie goes live to break down the two NBA games tonight. First, we go into the film and explain how in the world a Joel Embiid-less 76ers team just went into Boston and defeated the Celtics in Game 1 behind a virtuoso James Harden performance. There will also be Joe Mazzulla thoughts. Then, we'll dive into Game 2 of the Nuggets-Suns series. How the Suns are in some trouble with Chris Paul being injured now, and with their inability to put pressure on the rim. On top of it, the Nuggets have been exceptionally good on defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steph goes for 50, Warriors Win Game 7 over Kings; Nuggets, Heat win Game 1s; Where do the Kings go from here? May 01, 2023

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Adam Spinella joins the show and we dive deep into the three weekend games, breaking down film and chatting big picture about each. First, we start with the Warriors advancing to play the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Semifinals, defeating the Kings by 20 points on the road. Stephen Curry goes for 50, so we'll talk about that. Second, we go to the Heat-Knicks game, and how the Heat were able to pull out an enormous victory on the road after a disastrous start in the first quarter. How Erik Spoelstra adjusted after a quarter-time coaching spray that was right on the money. Finally, we go to the Nuggets-Suns series, where the Nuggets took Game 1 behind an offensive explosion in the first three quarters. How the Suns need to do way more in order to disrupt the Nuggets actions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lakers BLOW OUT. Grizzlies, win series behind Anthony Davis! Kings Force Game 7 vs. Warriors with Defense! Apr 29, 2023

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Adam Spinella joins the show and we dive deep into the two NBA games that occurred on Friday night, one resulting in a series end and the other in a Game 7. First, we dive into Lakers-Grizzlies, a Lakers blowout win that showcased the full terror of the Lakers' defensive upside. Anthony Davis particularly dominated, so we'll break down tape in-depth there. Then, we chat about the Warriors and Kings, who will be going to a Game 7 after the Kings dominated the second half on the road. The Kings also won this game through a surprising venue: terrific, unbelievable on-ball defense. CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro 1:18 Lakers BLOW OUT Grizzlies. They were NOT "Good in the West" 8:55 FILM BREAKDOWN: Anthony Davis DOMINATES the Paint 21:25 What's next for Memphis? 26:30 Kings Beat Warriors, Force Game 7 32:55 FILM BREAKDOWN: The Kings' Defensive Effort was ELITE 57:00 What happens in Game 7 for Warriors-Kings? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bucks Collapse, Eliminated by Heat! Knicks Into Round 2! Grizzlies beat Lakers behind Desmond Bane; Warriors win behind bigs Apr 27, 2023

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In this episode, Mark Schindler joins and we break down all of the action over what might be the last four-game day of the NBA season! We start with the Bucks' epic collapse to the Miami Heat, dropping a 16-point fourth quarter lead. We break it down from all angles, including how the collapse happened, whether or not the they have to fire Mike Budenholzer, if the team needs to reset its roster at all, and more. Also, we do a film deep dive into how Jimmy Butler got loose in the fourth quarter using off-ball movement. Then we move to the Knicks moving into Round 2! They defeated the Cavaliers with ease again. What does this 4-1 series win mean for them, and can they go farther? Also: a Mitchell Robinson tape dive into what made him so good this series! Then, we dive into Grizzlies-Lakers, where the Grizzlies blitzed the Lakers in the late third quarter and forced a Game 6 back in Los Angeles. We dive into how Desmond Bane has been the best player in this series for the last two games. Finally, we close with the Warriors facing off against the Kings, and how the Warriors' bigs won this game with their aggression, passing and physicality on the interior. CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro 4:58 Bucks Collapse Embarrassingly to Heat 11:04 Where do the Bucks go from here? 24:44 FILM: How Jimmy Butler led the Miami Comeback 32:53 Why the Cavs struggled vs. NYK 45:00 FILM: How Mitchell Robinson dominated the Cavs bigs 51:35 RJ Barrett's elite run over the last three games 55:20 FILM: Desmond Bane leads Grizzlies to win over Lakers 1:12:40 FILM: How Draymond Green and Kevon Looney's passing led the way to a crucial Game 5 Win 1:25:45 A Yellowjackets Season 2 First Half Deep Dive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trae Silences Boston, Forces Game 6! Jimmy Butler 56-point Masterclass Breakdown; Nuggets Move On; Suns Death Star Offense Becomes Fully Operational Apr 26, 2023

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In this episode, I'm solo and jumping into a few different things. We're going to start with the Trae Young dominance and Boston breakdown in the fourth quarter, where Trae dropped 38 points and 13 assists on his way to beating Boston on the road 119-117 to force Game 6 back in Atlanta with Dejounte Murray back. Some tape there on how Trae attacked Boston in the fourth. Then, we'll do a quick deep dive into Jimmy Butler's 56-point masterclass against Milwaukee. I dive into the tape, explain why Jimmy is essentially built to beat the Milwaukee defensive structure with his game. Next, we dive into the two Western Conference games, where the Denver Nuggets moved on against Minnesota Timberwolves, and Phoenix Suns moved on against the Clippers to set up a potentially awesome playoff series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Knicks-Cavs Film Deep Dive w/ NYK up 3-1; Warriors-Kings 2-2; High-upside 2023 NBA Draft Swings! Apr 24, 2023

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Adam Spinella joins Sam Vecenie to break down the early games on the NBA Playoff slate today. First, they dive deep into Knicks-Cavs, breaking down some tape on how Jalen Brunson is dominating the Cavs' defensive plans to overhelp in the paint, and how the Cavs are not doing a good enough job in terms of offensive gameplanning to get their players the ball in the best positions to succeed, as seen by the dominant run they had in the third quarter. Then, we'll dive into Warriors-Kings and how the Warriors tied the series 2-2. Then, we'll chat some NBA Draft. Then, we break down five players that we think have the highest upside in the 2023 NBA Draft OUTSIDE of the consensus top-four upside players (Victor Wembanyama, Scoot Henderson, Brandon Miller, Amen Thompson). CHAPTERS: 0:00 Knicks-Cavs Film Room Deep Dive 43:58 Warriors-Kings tied at 2-2 1:03:30 Cam Whitmore 1:18:05 GG Jackson 1:30:01 Brice Sensabaugh, Nick Smith, Leonard Miller more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lakers up 2-1 on Grizzlies! 76ers Eliminate Nets! Suns go up 3-1 on Kawhi-less Clips; Heat-Bucks Apr 23, 2023

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Sam Vecenie goes live after the Lakers-Grizzlies Game 3 to break down all the action from that game. Then, he breaks down all of the action from earlier in the day. Russell Westbrook shines but Suns continue to take control and get a 3-1 lead against the Clippers. The Heat and Bucks play Game 3. And then the 76ers eliminated the Brooklyn Nets. Where does Brooklyn go from here. CHAPTERS 0:00 How the Lakers used ONE single set to beat the Grizzlies 23:24 Jimmy Butler's empty side actions beat Milwaukee 32:12 Phoenix takes 3-1 lead on LA, Deandre Ayton rim runs were huge 46:48 How do the Brooklyn Nets handle this offseason? 1:07:55 Q: Who should the Cavs start at SF vs. New York? 1:10:09 Q: How does the new second round contract exception impact the value of second round picks? 1:15:20 Q: Should the Nets try to acquire Pascal Siakam? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Devin Booker paints a masterpiece; James Harden gets ejected in bizarre Nets-76ers; Warriors win behind Kevon Looney Legacy Game Apr 21, 2023

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In this episode, Sam Vecenie jumps on the podcast and breaks down what we saw in the NBA on Thursday night, with the Nets and 76ers playing the strangest NBA Playoff game that I can remember; the Warriors pulling one back against the Kings behind Stephen Curry and a huge Kevon Looney performance; and then the Suns pulling one out against a Russell Westbrook-Norman Powell-led Clippers that were very game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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