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Messy Media Day Roundup Sep 27, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan is joined by John Gonzalez and the two react to various NBA Media Day happenings. They start in Boston, where the Celtics continue to offer few details regarding the suspension of Ime Udoka, apparently to their own players as well. Then, Rohan & John break down the drama in Brooklyn, wondering how Kevin Durant’s trade request, Kyrie Irving’s unreliability, Ben Simmons’s availability, and the calls for Steve Nash’s firing will affect the team. They also discuss issues with the Lakers, Sixers, Suns and much more

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Ime Udoka Is Suspended & Anthony Edwards Apologizes Sep 23, 2022

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On today’s show, SI senior writer John Gonzalez is joined by Chris Herring. They react to the Boston Celtics suspending head coach Ime Udoka for the season, Phoenix Suns and Mercury owner Robert Sarver accepting offers to sell, and Anthony Edwards getting fined for his homophobic comments. Then, they discuss Ben Simmons’ recent appearance on JJ Redick’s podcast and what his candor reveals about the oft-critiqued Brooklyn Nets star.

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Free Agent Matchmaker Sep 19, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan is joined by SI senior writer John Gonzalez. The two first discuss the news regarding the NBA’s CBA, including the mental health injury designation, and why Rohan is concerned about potentially harsher luxury tax penalties. Then Rohan and John look over the dwindling list of free agents and assign them to new teams, or why we need to see Rajon Rondo on the Pelicans. Finally, Rohan reveals the latest bad movie he thoroughly enjoyed

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An Unfortunate Week for the NBA Sep 16, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan is joined by SI Weekly host John Gonzalez. The two react to the NBA’s decision to only suspend Robert Sarver for one year, and discuss why his punishment wasn’t more severe. They then discuss the fallout of Adam Silver’s press conference regarding Sarver, particularly his revealing answer to a question from colleague Howard Beck. They also wonder if more public pressure will mount against Sarver, why he was treated differently than Donald Sterling, and more

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Behind the LeBron Scenes w/ Chris Ballard Sep 12, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan is joined by Sports Illustrated contributor Chris Ballard. The pair dive deep into Chris’s latest cover story on LeBron James, and Rohan asks Chris why LeBron may have participated, about the process of interviewing LeBron and his two sons, and how LeBron as an interview subject has changed over the years. Chris also shares some of his favorite behind the scenes details of the story. Then, Rohan and Chris discuss some of his previous stories for SI, including his profile of former lottery pick Robert Swift, and what it was like to interview a post-Process Sam Hinkie.

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Ranking the Top Five Contenders in the West Sep 09, 2022

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On today’s show, Chris Herring makes his long awaited return. He and Rohan start by opening up the mailbag, discussing if the Donovan Mitchell trade put the Cavs in the title discussion and then what impact Rudy Gobert can have on the Wolves. Then the hosts rank their top five contenders in the West and explain why they are both high on the Clippers, why the Grizzlies could be in trouble, and how the Pelicans could possibly crash the party. Finally, they wonder if the Lakers and Blazers can make the playoffs, and if so, who would be dropping out of the postseason field

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Ranking the Top Five Contenders in the East Sep 06, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan is joined by SI Weekly host John Gonzalez. The duo first react to the Donovan Mitchell trade, discussing the fit between Mitchell and Darius Garland, if it was the right move for Cleveland, and if the Jazz should have taken the Knicks offer instead. Then Rohan and John rank their top five contenders in the Eastern Conference, assessing the new hierarchy in the East in the wake of the Mitchell trade. Finally, Rohan and John ask if anyone can contribute to the family of Jonathan Tjarks, they please consider doing so. The link to his GoFundMe is here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Lets-help-our-friend-jonathan-tjarks.

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Are We Headed for an Historic Tank Season? w/ Rob Mahoney Aug 26, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan is joined by The Ringer’s (and former colleague) Rob Mahoney. The two start the show by discussing the fallout of Chet Holmgren’s season-ending injury, including if the Thunder are in an even better position long term. Then they react to the Lakers’ acquisition of Patrick Beverley, explaining why it was both the right move and a frustrating one. Finally, they answer a couple listener emails, debating whether the NBA would be better with more or less teams, and wondering if the Warriors’ championship casts new questions on the Top 75 list

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Durant to the Grizzlies & NBA Christmas Showdown Aug 22, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan is reunited with SI Weekly host John Gonzalez. They open by discussing the report the Grizzlies may be interested in Kevin Durant. They weigh whether Memphis should make the trade, and who they should give up in a hypothetical deal. Then the pair react to the NBA’s schedule release, and offer thoughts on the impending Christmas showdown between the NBA and NFL. Finally, they close the show by paying respect to Udonis Haslem and looking back on the Mikal Bridges trade

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Opening the Mailbag w/ Jeremy Woo Aug 19, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan returns and is joined by Jeremy Woo to open open the mailbag to discuss NBA bromances, team theme songs, and how Shaq would be evaluated as a modern-day draft prospect. Rohan and Jeremy then close the episode with an early look at the Victor Wembanyana sweepstakes and their Top 100 thoughts.

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