The speakers delve into the unexpected success of basketball player Markkanen and his versatile performance on the court, as well as dissecting the Utah Jazz's strategy of utilizing their abundance of draft picks rather than tanking. They also touch on the uncertainties and challenges the Jazz face regarding their ball handling and the need to acquire a star player for future success.
Zach talks to ESPN's Bobby Marks about Damian Lillard buzz, Buddy Hield trade possibilities, and the new-look Indiana Pacers. Then ESPN's Tim MacMahon joins to preview the Mavs and Jazz.
Recent buzz around Dame (:28)
Fake Buddy Hield trades (12:07)
Pacers outlook (21:42)
We were all wrong about Lauri Markkanen (34:58)
Jazz outlook (41:57)
How many wins? (47:30)
John Collins' fit (57:57)
Mavericks fit around Luka and Kyrie (1:01:10)
Where do Mavs stack up in the West? (1:04:53)
What would a successful season be? (1:16:11)
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