The Zach Lowe Show League Pass Rankings Part 2 With Rob Mahoney
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Oct 21, 2025 
Rob Mahoney, a basketball writer and analyst, joins to dive into the League Pass Rankings. They discuss surprising teams and players, debating the watchability of the Detroit Pistons' youth and the high-flying appeal of the Memphis Grizzlies. Mahoney highlights the Hawks' exciting play and the Lakers' blend of stars amidst recent injuries. The duo also anticipates Victor Wembanyama's unpredictable impact with the Spurs and why Steph Curry remains the ultimate entertainment package in the NBA.
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Why Recent Extensions Feel Massive
- NBA extension sizes feel huge but are smaller as a share of cap than they look in raw dollars.
- Teams and agents increasingly accept big early deals because $100M+ is now realistic and common.
Zach's Extension Prediction Record
- Zach recounts his 12-extension prediction record and scored 10 of 12 correctly.
- He details which prospects he predicted correctly and the two misses for transparency.
Hawks Maintain Cap Flexibility
- The Hawks have crafted cap flexibility despite new deals and still can re-sign Porzingis or extend Trae Young later.
- That financial flexibility changes how aggressively Atlanta can pursue mid-term upgrades.