The Finder With Tom Haberstroh

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Episode 30: LA Times national NBA writer Dan Woike Dec 13, 2019

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Will the Lakers and Clippers remain the top two teams in the Western Conference? Tom Haberstroh discussed with Dan Woike, who basically lives in the Staples Center as the LA Times national NBA writer. Plus Woike, who recently returned from Canada for Kawhi Leonard’s return to Toronto, takes you behind-the-scenes of Leonard’s championship ring ceremony, gives his take on Chris Paul's future and more around the NBA.
5:09 Why Carmelo Anthony has gotten so much attention in Portland
13:13 Raptors absolutely nailed the Kawhi tribute video in his return to Toronto
30:30 Dan explains why Chris Paul's contract is so complicated to trade
44:20 Explanation of the latest with the Lakers and their roster
1:06:44 Comparing the Lakers vs. the Clippers
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Episode 29: ESPN NBA analyst Amin Elhassan Dec 06, 2019

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Are the Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks as good as their records suggest? Tom Haberstroh discusses with ESPN analyst Amin Elhassan. Elhassan, a former Phoenix Suns executive and noted archrival of Kobe stans, also reveals whether he thinks Kobe Bryant quit in the 2006 playoff series against the Suns.
2:03 Amin’s impersonation of Alvin Gentry
7:44 Why does Amin Elhassan hate the Lakers so much?
18:18 Explaining the Lakers’ hot start
30:01 LeBron is playing more defense…can he keep it up all season?
50:19 Did Kobe Bryant quit on the Lakers in their 2006 playoff series against the Suns?
52:46 How much Smush Parker and Kobe hated each other as teammates
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Episode 28: Wolves President of Basketball Operations Gersson Rosas Nov 26, 2019

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Gersson Rosas has remodeled the Minnesota Timberwolves since being named the team’s President of Basketball Operations earlier this year. He has assembled a world-class support staff that includes analytics experts, injury gurus and culinary icons. He has hired diverse voices and established better levels of communication between players and the front office. Rosas, the former Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations for the Houston Rockets, also discussed leaving the Rockets after 17 years without a championship.
1:42 Solving the enigma of Andrew Wiggins
14:11 How good is Karl-Anthony Towns
22:09 Being proud that Towns fought back against Joel Embiid
36:12 Why the Wolves took a player-led trip to the Bahamas
45:12 Leaving the Rockets without an NBA title
48:01 Being the first Latino to lead an NBA front office
54:50 Player nutrition…including donkey meat
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Episode 27: Golden State Warriors President Rick Welts Nov 22, 2019

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What does opening the Chase Center mean for the Golden State Warriors? Hall of Fame executive Rick Welts, the President and COO of the Warriors, explained how the Warriors overcame political and economic challenges to develop the world-class sports and entertainment venue. The former ball boy for the Seattle SuperSonics also revealed whether he thinks the NBA will return to Seattle. Welts, who in 2011 became the highest ranking executive in men’s professional team sports to publicly acknowledge he is gay, also discussed his LGBT advocacy with Athlete Ally.
5:14 The challenges of opening the Chase Center
10:04 Eric Paschall’s immediate contributions
17:53 Welts’ LGBT advocacy
23:40 Marketing the Dream Team
34:51 Will the NBA return to Seattle?
46:02 The impact of Stephen Curry on and off the court
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Episode 26: NBA champion Channing Frye Nov 15, 2019

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Would Larry Bird have had a longer career if he took more games off? NBA champion Channing Frye advocates for load management and believes it shouldn’t have a negative connotation. Frye, the host of NBC Sports Northwest’s newest podcast Talkin’ Blazers, also explained why the Trail Blazers need to make a move to be competitive in the Western Conference.
2:33 How players like LeBron James continue to play at a high level as they age
5:35 What if Larry Bird took advantage of load management
15:40 What makes LeBron such a great passer
18:29 Will Kevin Love end up in Portland?
20:55 The best shooters Channing played with
30:47 Why the Trail Blazers need to make a trade now
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Episode 25: Stephen Curry’s trainer Brandon Payne Nov 08, 2019

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Stephen Curry might not actually be out for the season, according to his longtime trainer, Brandon Payne. Payne discussed Curry’s rehab and provided updates on his injuries. Payne, the founder of Accelerate Basketball, also talked about his work with Trae Young and Luka Doncic.
1:02 Watching Stephen Curry go down with an injury
13:50 Being with Curry on an international shoe tour
22:01 The extent of Curry’s injury
23:45 Comparing Luka Doncic to Stephen Curry
31:18 Comparing to Trae Young to Stephen Curry
44:34 Whether Curry will return this season
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Episode 24: Washington Wizards owner Ted Leonsis Nov 01, 2019

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Washington Wizards owner Ted Leonsis discussed John Wall’s health, drafting Rui Hachimura and the relationship between Bradley Beal and Wall. Leonsis, who recently won a WNBA title as the owner of the Washington Mystics, also touched on off-court topics including esports and sports gambling.
23:30 John Wall’s health and the state of the Wizards
33:40 Recruiting Bradley Beal and his relationship with Wall
34:57 What David Stern told Leonsis about Alexander Ovechkin’s contract
36:01 The struggles of LeBron James and the Lakers last season
55:40 Leadership advice from Barack Obama
1:04:56 The three innovations that are driving sports on a global basis
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Episode 23: 5-time NBA champion Brian Shaw Oct 25, 2019

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Brian Shaw won five NBA titles as a player and an assistant coach for the Los Angeles Lakers. Shaw, who is now a studio analyst for NBC Sports Bay Area, joined The Habershow to preview the NBA season. He also revealed details about the feud between Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal, as well as brokering the Shaq vs. Dame rap battle.
8:45 Shaw’s pick to win the NBA Finals
12:50 What derailed LeBron’s first season with the Lakers
30:50 Mentoring a young Kobe Bryant
38:55 Shaq-Kobe feud
59:45 Brokering the Shaq vs. Dame rap battle
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Episode 22: Why are so many NBA stars getting hurt? Aug 23, 2019

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A number of high-profile NBA players (and Golden State Warriors) have suffered serious injuries recently. Lachlan Penfold, the Warriors' Head of Physical Performance and Sports Medicine during their 73-9 season, explains why.
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Episode 21: Chris Forsberg from Team USA camp Aug 09, 2019

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NBC Sports Boston' Chris Forsberg checks in from Las Vegas as Team USA prepares for the FIBA World Cup. Which of the new faces will star for Team USA? Plus Chris breaks down the Boston Celtics’ offseason additions, including Kemba Walker and fan-favorite Tacko Fall.
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