The Ringer NBA Show The NBA’s Late Leapers. Plus, Trae Young’s Exit Plan and the Big Three Hornets. | Group Chat
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Jan 8, 2026 The hosts dive into the buzz surrounding Trae Young's potential trade destinations and how he could impact younger teammates. They also explore the exciting emergence of the Charlotte Hornets, highlighting their newly forming Big Three. The conversation shifts to individual player developments, celebrating Anthony Black's aggressive play with the Magic, Keontaè George's scoring surge in Utah, and Donovan Clingan's reliable performance in Portland. Each leap represents a dynamic shift in the NBA landscape!
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Podcast Tech Woes And Platform Move
- Justin Verrier jokes about tech struggles and the team's transition from YouTube to Netflix for video distribution.
- The hosts use Stranger Things references to tease the new platform move and video strategy.
Trae Young's Trade Trade-Off
- Trae Young can streamline an offense and activate bench wings but will dominate ball usage and limit other players' growth.
- The Wizards face a trade-off between short-term competitiveness and developing young talent when considering Young.
Hornets' Trio Creates Real Offensive Strain
- The Hornets' LaMelo, Brandon Miller, and Conke Nnaji form a complementary trio that stresses defenses with multiple ball handlers and spacing.
- Adding a viable big remains the key missing piece to make their offense sustainable and improve defense.