The chapter delves into how NBA teams strategically used their available cap space to enhance their rosters by acquiring shooting and role players like Malik Beasley and Tobias Harris. It also focuses on the Detroit Pistons' player development plans, highlighting potential lineups, player acquisitions, and the challenges of integrating young talents like Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivy into the team.
Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton discuss Jalen Brunson's extension with the Knicks and whether or not it will be a precedent in the apron era, the Warriors' pursuit of Lauri Markkanen, and a look at a few teams that make you wonder about their direction.
Brunson's extension (1:04)
Will this be a precedent? (12:34)
Where do the Knicks stack up in the East? (19:43)
Warriors' pursuit of a Markkanen trade (25:16)
WTF are these teams draft (39:58)
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