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Waiver Targets on Losing Teams Feb 12, 2021

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Someone has to score on bad teams. Ken, Shannon and Alex break down waiver targets in this week's special Friday episode of the RotoWire NBA Podcast: The Harvey Grant Edition. Plus, the three amigos talk Anthony Davis' Achilles tendonosis, a three-point record by the Celtics, Tyler Herro back in health and safety protocols, and D'Angelo Russell's continued injury absences. Finally, some DFS talk on a massive 11-game slate filled with value.

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NBA Prop Betting and Futures with DK Nation's Ben Zweiman Feb 11, 2021

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Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha are joined by Ben Zweiman of DK Nation to talk about betting and playing DFS during this unique NBA season. After a brief sulk session about the Green Bay Packers, the guys dive into what's made this season unique, how to decide which teams are actually good, and which teams have been the most difficult to get a read on thus far. Then, they finish out with a full breakdown of the MVP and Most Improved Player races, from a betting perspective.

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2019 Re-Draft, Derrick Rose, Beal's Future and More Feb 10, 2021

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Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha break down the implications of the Derrick Rose trade and debate whether Dennis Smith can salvage his career in Detroit. Then, the guys make a plea to Bradley Beal to request a trade out of Washington before discussing the ongoing rise of LaMelo Ball. Finally, they finish out with a re-ranking of the 2019 draft class. Is Zion still the No. 1 pick?

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Christian Wood Hurt Again, Waiver Targets Feb 05, 2021

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Ken, Shannon and Alex first discuss recent news, including Christian Wood's ankle injury, the All-Star game, Seth Curry's persistent COVID symptoms, and Matthew Dellavedova's possible retirement. Next, they get into waiver targets including DeMarcus Cousins, Thad Young, De'Anthony Melton, Kevin Huerter, Cody Zeller, Theo Maledon, Gary Trent, Jae'Sean Tate and JaMychal Green. Finally, touching on DFS, they discuss Thunder players, Jerami Grant, the Raptors against Brooklyn and Jimmy Butler against the Wizards.

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2024-25 All-NBA Teams with James Anderson Feb 04, 2021

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Nick Whalen is joined by James Anderson to peer four years into the future and predict which 15 players will make up the three All-NBA teams in 2024-25. The guys run through their most and least confident picks, near misses, high school and college prospects to consider, and the fringe-stars who could force their way into the conversation over the next four seasons.

James' Teams:

C: Nikola Jokic
F: Jayson Tatum
F: Jaylen Brown
G: Luka Doncic
G: Ja Morant

C: Anthony Davis
F: Giannis Antetokounmpo
F: Bam Adebayo
G: Trae Young
G: Devin Booker

C: Joel Embiid
F: Michael Porter Jr.
F: OG Anunoby
G: LaMelo Ball
G: Cade Cunningham

Whalen's Teams:

C: Nikola Jokic
F: Giannis Antetokounmpo
F: Anthony Davis
G: Luka Doncic
G: Ja Morant

C: Karl-Anthony Towns
F: Jayson Tatum
F: Kawhi Leonard
G: Trae Young
G: Bradley Beal

C: Joel Embiid
F: Zion Williamson
F: Bam Adebayo
G: James Harden
G: Jaylen Brown

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All-Stars at the Quarter-Season Mark Feb 03, 2021

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Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha each reveal their 12-man All-Star teams and talk through every player, from the no-brainers to the tough omissions. Then, the guys discuss how next month's All-Star Game might look in the context of the pandemic season.

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Week 7 Waivers, Excessive Pistons Talk Jan 29, 2021

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Shannon and Alex discuss Blake Griffin and Delon Wright's recent play, Bradley Beal trade rumors and the Most Improved Player odds before jumping into waiver wire discussion. Potential adds ahead of Week 7 include Wayne Ellington, TJ McConnell, Royce O'Neale, Dorian Finney-Smith, Devin Vassell. Finally, Shannon and Alex touch on Friday's DFS slate, noting high over/unders, injuries and potential value plays.

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Are the Jazz a Serious Contender in the West? Jan 28, 2021

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Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to talk about the surging Utah Jazz, the top four teams in the West, the Mavs' short-term ceiling, Minnesota's ugly start and a fairly underwhelming 2020 rookie class, fantasy-wise.

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Trade Rumors, MVP Race, Rookie of the Year and More Jan 27, 2021

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Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to discuss a grab-bag of topics, including:

The league's plans to potentially hold an All-Star Game
Lonzo Ball trade rumors and potential destinations
Kelly Oubre trade rumors
The Warriors' future
Handicapping the MVP race
Tyrese Haliburton vs. LaMelo Ball for Rookie of the Year

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Cleveland Still Winning, Waiver Targets Jan 22, 2021

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Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss the Lakers beating the Bucks, Cleveland's recent success, Jordan Clarkson's hot shooting and the Knicks' stellar defense. After that, waiver wire talk including Lu Dort, Darius Bazley, Jeremy Lamb, Taurean Prince, KCP and Kendrick Nunn. Lastly, some DFS discussion on the massive Friday slate.

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