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NBA Draft Musings + New-Look Lakers + Bulls with James Anderson Aug 05, 2021

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James Anderson drops by to join Nick Whalen in reviewing the best, worst and most impactful picks from the 2021 NBA Draft. The guys talk biggest steals, biggest reaches, surprise picks and best fits before breaking down the Lakers' complete revamp and the Bulls adding DeMar DeRozan and Lonzo Ball.

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Free Agency Deep Dive: Breaking Down Every Meaningful Signing Aug 04, 2021

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Alex Barutha joins Nick Whalen to recap all of the action from the first 24 hours of the NBA's free agency window. The guys hit on all of the major signings, trades, sign-and-trades and extensions before going rapid-fire through some of the under-the-radar additions that could have implications for the 2021-22 season.

Follow along for analysis on every transaction with RotoWire's NBA Offseason Moves Tracker

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2021 NBA Draft Final Thoughts with James Anderson Jul 28, 2021

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On the eve of the 2021 NBA Draft, James Anderson drops by break down all of the key storylines heading into Thursday night.

Cade Cunningham and the Pistons' smoke signals
Jalen Green vs. Jalen Suggs
Would you rather have Evan Mobley or Deandre Ayton?
Will Scottie Barnes end up in Orlando? Would it be a good fit?
The Warriors' options at No. 7 + the rise of James Bouknight
Brief intermission to discuss Brandon Ingram trades
Does Josh Giddey belong in the top 10?
Why James loves Alperen Sengun
Why Nick irrationally loves Jalen Johnson
Johnson vs. Ziaire Williams vs. Josh Christopher vs. Brandon Boston
Chris Duarte and Trey Murphy as valuable, older prospects

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NBA Futures Deep Dive + Team USA Dilemma Jul 27, 2021

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Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha dive deep into futures odds for the 2021-22 NBA season. The guys talk through the MVP and NBA title odds before discussing the candidates who could lead the league in points, assists and three-pointers.

All odds via the DraftKings Sportsbook

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Wrapping Up the Finals + 2021-22 NBA Futures With Kenny Ducey Jul 22, 2021

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Kenny Ducey (and his basketball-obsessed dog) is back on the show to help Nick Whalen break down Game 6 of the NBA Finals. Then, the guys dig into some 2021-22 futures bets, including NBA Title odds, MVP odds, scoring leader odds and more.

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Milwaukee's Big Chance + 2021 NBA Draft Chatter Jul 20, 2021

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Nick Whalen is joined by James Anderson to break down every angle of Game 6 with the Bucks on the verge of the franchise's first title in 50 years. The guys discuss what's worked and not worked for both teams thus far before laying out what they expect to happen at Fiserv Forum on Tuesday night. If the Bucks win, is there any way Giannis Antetokounmpo isn't the Finals MVP?

Then, the guys preview the NBA Draft, starting with the debate between Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley and Jalen Green at the top. Who has the highest ceiling? Who has the biggest bust potential?

Finally, Nick and James finish out by debating Davion Mitchell vs. James Bouknight vs. Corey Kispert, as well as Jonathan Kuminga vs. Scottie Barnes.

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Suns Take Game 1, Giannis Returns + 2021-22 MVP Odds with Kenny Ducey Jul 07, 2021

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Kenny Ducey (DraftKings, NBC Sports, Action Network) stops by to chat with Nick Whalen about the Suns cruising to a 1-0 lead in the NBA Finals behind a big night from Chris Paul. The guys discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo's return, shooting trends, Jrue Holiday's Game 1 struggles and whether Milwaukee can steal Game 2 on Thursday night. Then, Nick and Kenny take a closer look at Finals MVP odds before digging into the newly released 2021-22 NBA MVP odds at the DraftKings Sportsbook.

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NBA Finals + Fantasy Risers and Fallers in the Playoffs with Alex Barutha Jul 06, 2021

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Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha for a wide-ranging preview of the NBA Finals between the Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns. The guys discuss the impact of Giannis' knee injury and whether the Bucks can win a game in Phoenix without him before breaking down the Finals MVP odds. Then, Nick and Alex finish out by revisiting their early top-150 rankings for the 2021-22 season and discussing players who have helped -- or hurt -- their fantasy stock during the playoffs.

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Emergency Giannis Episode: Bucks May Not Be Dead Yet, Possibly Jun 30, 2021

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Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha react to the news that Giannis Antetokounmpo has no structural damage in his knee after leaving Tuesday night's Game 4 loss to the Hawks. However, there's a good chance the Bucks will be without Giannis for at least a few games, so the guys discuss how the injury shapes the series and whether the Hawks can now pull off perhaps the most improbable Finals run in NBA history.

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Fake Lillard Trades, Bucks-Hawks + The Unlikely Clippers Jun 29, 2021

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Alex Barutha joins Nick Whalen to discuss both Conference Finals series and take a deep dive into potential Damian Lillard trades -- some more realistic than others.

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