A discussion on players' performance, All-Star picks, and trade chatter in the Western Conference. Chris Middleton's recent improvement, Jared Allen's impressive performance, and the All-Star starting lineup in the West are highlighted. Potential front court candidates and different choices for the last two starters are also mentioned.
Zach and ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk discuss Kawhi Leonard's extension, whether the Clippers are contenders, and trade possibilities for LA. Then ESPN's Chris Herring joins Zach to pick tentative All-Stars, talk trades leaguewide, and more.
Clippers are real contenders (10:54)
No one is talking about Clippers defense (25:24)
Ty Lue is one of the best coaches in the league (34:32)
Herring (40:55)
Eastern All-Star starters (50:50)
Eastern reserves (1:07:57)
Western All-Star starters (1:25:05)
Western reserves (1:30:14)
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices