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Quick episode today! The Glue Guys reacting to the Nets loss to the Celtics: how much is Ben Simmons to blame for the loss, the lineup decisions of Jacque Vaughn and expectations for the Nets now with KD for a month.
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The Glue Guys dive into Kevin Durant’s injured MCL: why this year is different than last year, how the schedule plays out and what our expectations should be of the team without Durant. Then (14:00) Dr. Neeraj Patel comes on to discuss how long KD’s recovery may take and any long term concerns. Disclaimer: Dr. Patel is not Kevin Durant's personal doctor, nor has ever given medical care to Kevin Durant. He's just a smart person!
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The Glue Guys attempt to build the argument that the Nets should be considered the best team in the NBA, and why some are hesitant to declare such. Also in the show: why Ben Simmons is more a feature than a flaw in the Nets system, who should start Joe v. Royce v. Seth, and a game of Would You Rather: KD vs. each NBA superstar.
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The Athletic's Brooklyn Nets reporter Alex Schiffer joins the show to discuss what changes Jacque Vaughn and who in the organization deserves credit for the team's incredible in-season turnaround. Then (21:00) the Glue Guys run through whether the Nets will make a notable trade this season, what roster improvements are possible and an info dump on whether TJ Warren and Yuta Watanabe will be back next season.
Also! A special presentation of Shams Charania's Inside Pass is part of the episode as well.
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WOW. The Nets! 9 in a row! The Glue Guys discuss why the Nets win against the Cavaliers was unique - and potentially a big moment going forward. Then (20:00) mailbag questions include do the Nets need to make a trade, Jacque Vaughn coach of the year, Kevin Durant MVP chances, and ranking this past Nets offseason compared to others in Sean Marks' past.
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Jam packed Glue Guys episode. First, TGG dig into the Nets-Warriors game and why no Nets fan should apologize for the victory. Then News Around the League: understanding all the big names that might enter the trade market. And finally - Killer Komparisons: classic Christmas movies with NBA teams and players.
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The Glue Guys dig into the six hottest/burning-ist/steamiest questions surrounding the Brooklyn Nets:
1) Is Kyrie Irving 100% remaining on the roster for the rest of the year
2) Is Nic Claxton totally and completely the Nets answer at center
3) Where are you emotionally with Ben Simmons
4) Which role player do you trust the most: Royce, Yuta, Joe, Curry and TJ Warren
5) Do the Nets need to make a trade
6) Ultimately, do you believe the Nets could win a championship this season
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The Glue Guys begin with a true appreciation of what Kevin Durant is doing this season: unreal from inside the arc, leading the team through the morass of the controversies and how KD is doing something no Achilles-tear-sufferer has ever done before. Then (16:00) mailbag questions including Cam Thomas trade thoughts, how good is Jacque Vaughn, and whether the Nets got lucky playing injured teams.
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The Glue Guys attempt to figure out what type of team the Brooklyn Nets are at this point. How much does the four game win streak matter? How much does the loss to the Boston Celtics mean? TJ Warren opinions. And more!
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The Glue Guys begin by looking at the 5 games Kyrie Irving has played in since he returned to the team: what has changed about his role, his little on-court disagreement with Jacque Vaughn and what to expect from Kyrie going forward. Then at (21:00) TGG discuss the state of Joe Harris and how the rotation will play out when Yuta Watanabe and TJ Warren are back for the Nets.
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