Analyzing Trade Impacts and Team Futures in the NBA

The three most anticipated words in basketball podcasting begin today with reaction to the Norman Powell–John Collins three-team trade (1:16). The guys discuss what this deal does for the Clippers, Heat, Jazz, and possibly Bradley Beal. After having had a few days to think, Zach weighs back in on the Bucks' situation and what it means for Giannis (43:15). The duo also dig into the Lakers: Is there optimism for Ayton (54:43)? And is this another summer of LeBron (1:04:32)? Lastly, reaction to Mike Brown taking the Knicks job (1:23:01) and the latest with Jonathan Kuminga (1:31:06).

Host: Zach Lowe

Guest: Howard Beck

Producers: Jesse Aron, Jonathan Frias, Mike Wargon

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