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The Over/Under of Wins For All 30 NBA Teams Aug 15, 2022

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SI Weekly's John Gonzalez is joined again by The Ringer's Dan Devine to look at the Vegas odds for every team's win total. Hear why we're surprised by some, not surprised by others, and why we're always taking the under on the Knicks (and Kings).

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The Aftermath of More Durant Demands Aug 12, 2022

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SI Weekly's John Gonzalez fills in for Rohan on this week's Friday edition of Open Floor as he welcomes The Ringers Dan Devine to look at Kevin Durant's meeting in London with Nets owner Joe Tsai where he reportedly asked him to choose between him and head coach Steve Nash. We then discuss where the Nets go from here and a not-so-true Ben Simmons rumor that floated around this week

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A New Round of Nets Drama Aug 08, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan is joined by SI Weekly host John Gonzalez for an all-mailbag special. They start by discussing the merits of a fake Anthony Davis-for-Draymond Green trade before guessing which first-time All Stars won’t make the team again next season. Then, as the two prepare to answer an email about the Nets, the podcast is interrupted by the latest Kevin Durant report. Finally, Rohan & John reminisce on 2K greats of past and help a fan pick their favorite basketball team

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Dunks Are Properly Rated w/ Josh Gondelman Aug 05, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan is joined by comedian and writer Josh Gondelman. First, the two reveal which team they are most confident could win the Finals if the playoffs started today. Then they open up the mailbag, answering a shocking question about dunks before diving into walk-up songs and Timberwolves slander. After Rohan angers another fan base, the Love Island minute returns with an apology, and the show closes with Josh answering some questions about his comedy career, including what it’s like to write for John Oliver and Desus and Mero

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Honoring Bill Russell w/ John Gonzalez Aug 01, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan is joined by SI Weekly host John Gonzalez. The pair first pay tribute Bill Russell and his incredible legacy beyond basketball, particularly his civil rights activism. Later, they wonder why the NBA is still pursuing tampering in the wake of reported investigations into the Sixers and Knicks. Then they open up the mailbag to discuss the usefulness of statistics and share their feelings on possible NBA expansion. Finally, Rohan and John close the show with the return of the Love Island minute before paying their respects to bad movies

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Andrew Sharp Returns & The Most Disappointing Offseasons Jul 29, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan is joined by former Open Floor host Andrew Sharp. The two reveal the teams they believe had the most disappointing offseasons, including a surprising answer from Sharp. Then they dive into some fun emails, pondering what Damian Lillard should do with his career and if Rohan’s recent Mavs slander has been justified. They close the show with a discussion about their favorite NBA throwback jerseys, and why the current crop of threads are mostly bad

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Kevin Durant for Jaylen Brown & Bad Shot Selection Legends Jul 25, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan and Chris somehow discuss baseball before diving into the latest Kevin Durant news. The duo react to the report of a KD-for-Jaylen Brown trade and wonder whether it makes sense for either side. They also discuss if the league needs to respond to player movement in the next CBA. They finish the show by reaching into the mailbag, answering questions about players who should’ve taken different shots, and guessing which 2022 playoff teams may not be so lucky next season

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James Harden: Disappointing or Disappointment? Jul 22, 2022

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On today’s show, Chris and Rohan address the Miles Bridges situation before diving into basketball. The duo then discuss James Harden’s new contract with the Sixers and their expectations for Philly this season. They also open up the mailbag to admit some past mistakes, assess a potential Donovan Mitchell-led Knicks team, and explain why they would never live in Orlando. And finally, a special announcement to close the show

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Is LeBron James on the Right Team? Jul 18, 2022

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On today’s show, Rohan and Chris acknowledge the Keldon Johnson extension before diving into a bevy of Lakers topics. They review LeBron’s Drew League performance before discussing the scattershot nature of his Lakers tenure. Then the duo marvel at the public divorce between Russell Westbrook and his now former agent before answering an email about Anthony Davis. Finally, Chris admits his love for World War II-era cinema before he and Rohan hand out some book recommendations

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Who's The Worst Player on a Championship Team? Jul 15, 2022

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On today's episode, Michael and Rohan kick things off with a special announcement before they dive into a whole bunch of fantastic mailbag questions. They talk about Deandre Ayton's restricted free agency and questionable future in Phoenix, propose their favorite fake Donovan Mitchell trades, explain why the Mavs aren't a lock to make the playoffs, debate who the worst player on a championship team can be, and so much more

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