The Zach Lowe Show Round 2 Begins! Plus, Reactions to a Pair of Game 7s With Howard Beck and an NBA-‘Severance’ Crossover With Zach Cherry.
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May 5, 2025 
Howard Beck, a seasoned NBA analyst, joins forces with Zach Cherry, an actor from 'Severance', to dive deep into the thrilling aftermath of Game 7s and analyze offseason strategies for teams like the Rockets and Clippers. They offer insights on the key playoff matchups ahead and reflect on the vital roles of aging stars like Steph Curry. With Cherry's NBA fandom shining through, they blend sports with pop culture, sharing anecdotes about basketball experiences and the magnetic atmosphere of NBA games.
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Rockets' Core Players Are Untouchable
- The Rockets have significant trade assets but the key players, Sengun and Amon Thompson, are likely untouchable. - Trading Giannis without losing these key assets depends heavily on the value of draft picks and young players.
Jalen Green's Playoff Doubts
- Jalen Green showed poor playoff performance, sparking doubt about his ceiling among scouts and analytics. - His athleticism remains, but lack of growth raises questions about him becoming a top-level impact player.
Rockets Face Key Offseason Decision
- Rockets sit between rebuilding and contention with young talents and many draft picks. - There's debate whether to build patiently or push aggressively especially if they're considered a possible destination for Giannis.