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Boston Meets Golden State's Buzzsaw Jun 06, 2022

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On today's episode, Michael and Rohan break down and react to Game 2 of the NBA Finals, where the Warriors bounced back with a commanding win over the Celtics. What adjustments did Steve Kerr make to get the win? Were Draymond Green's antics over the top or exactly what Golden State needed? How can Boston's offense get back on track in Game 3? All those questions, and more, are answered in today's show.

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Boston Blitzes The Warriors Jun 03, 2022

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On today's episode, Michael and Chris took a deep dive into Game 1 of the NBA Finals. How did the Celtics blow the game wide open like they did, particularly after Steph Curry's volcanic first quarter? Did Jayson Tatum have the best 3-for-17 performance in postseason history? What adjustments can/should the Warriors make coming off a night where Boston could not miss from behind the three-point line? All those questions, and more, are answered in today's show

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The Mega Finals Preview Pod May 31, 2022

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On today's show, Michael and Rohan give the people what they want, breaking down Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Heat and Celtics. Was Jimmy's shot the right decision? What should Miami do with Tyler Herro this summer? Then they open up the mailbag and preview what should be a classic NBA Finals, answering several key questions about Boston and Golden State's individual matchups and x-factors before arriving at their predictions.

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Can Anyone Stop Another Warriors Title Run? May 27, 2022

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On today's episode, Michael and Chris discuss a Warriors team that's headed to their sixth NBA Finals in eight seasons. Both picked Mavs in 6 before the series started, so how were they so wrong? Is the Wiggins trade the most lopsided in recent NBA history? They then wonder what's next for Dallas, and how it can avoid following the same short-term path Atlanta is currently on. After opening the mailbag to answer a few questions, they close things out with a conversation about the Eastern Conference Finals, Erik Spoelstra's options, Boston's defense, and why these games are so lopsided.

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The Warriors Are That Good May 23, 2022

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On today's episode, Michael and Rohan break down the Western Conference Finals, Andrew Wiggins, Steph Curry and a miraculous Warriors team that's one win away from another championship series. Then they look at the East, where Boston and Miami are locked into a fascinating tug-of-war.

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Getting Heated Over Miami/Boston & Our Lottery Reactions May 19, 2022

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In today's show, Michael and Rohan break down the Eastern Conference Finals with a long discussion about Jimmy Butler's fantastic Game 1, what adjustments (if any) the Celtics should make if they want to bounce back, and more. Then they open the mailbag and answer a few questions about the lottery, wondering if Sacramento and Detroit will trade their picks and accelerate their respective rebuilds or continue to add young talent. Plus: a shocking Deandre Ayton fake trade!

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The Sun Has Set on the Phoenix Suns May 16, 2022

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On today's episode, Michael and Chris recap Sunday's Game 7 action and wonder what's next for the Suns and Bucks after both teams were blown off the floor. Is the championship window shut for Phoenix? How much work does Milwaukee need to do to push Giannis past the finish line yet again? They then preview the two conference finals series by analyzing a few key matchups before making final predictions about which teams they think will meet in the Finals.

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Harden's Demise & Luka's Ascension May 13, 2022

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On today's episode, Michael and Chris wonder what's next for James Harden and the Philadelphia 76ers. Where do they go from here, after Harden's scoreless second half in Game 6? Were Joel Embiid's post-game comments fair? How can the Sixers bounce back next season? Over in Dallas, will Luka Doncic bolster his playoff reputation with a magical Game 7 against the regular season's best team? Chris and Michael then open up the mailbag and answer a few quick questions about the Celtics/Bucks and Warriors/Grizzlies matchups

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8 Questions About the NBA Playoffs May 10, 2022

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On today's episode, Michael and Rohan ask one big question about all four second-round playoff series. Can the Celtics sustain their small-ball success? What impact, if any, will Duncan Robinson have against the Sixers? Can the Grizzlies come back and win three straight games? What's it going to take for Phoenix's offense to get back on track? Then they open up the mailbag and have a conversation about postseason officiating.

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Milwaukee Has A Giannis Problem May 06, 2022

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On today's episode, Michael and Chris preview Saturday's Game 3's between the Grizzlies/Warriors and Celtics/Bucks. What adjustments can Steve Kerr make to slow down Ja Morant? What adjustments can Mike Budenholzer make so Giannis Antetokounmpo's life isn't so hard on offense? Then they open up the mailbag to answer a few questions about playoff officiating, Luka Doncic's extremely high usage rate, and so much more!

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