Two Eagles (Ian and Noah), Harden, and a Bucks Preview
Oct 17, 2023
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Ian and Noah Eagle, the father-and-son broadcast duo, talk about sharing Nets play-by-play duties, Noah's decision to pursue a broadcasting career, and their favorite broadcasters. They also discuss parallel parking advice from Mike Fratello, the difference between radio and television broadcasting, and share Kevin Garnett stories. Eric Nehm joins to discuss the Milwaukee Bucks, including Dame and Giannis playing together, the 5th starter, and defensive changes under Adrian Griffin.
The addition of Ben Simmons enhances the Nets' defense and boosts their chances of contending for a championship.
The Brooklyn Nets have experienced a drop in drama and a more collaborative team dynamic, which could make them an exciting team to watch this season.
The Los Angeles Clippers are potential trade partners for James Harden, with pending negotiations likely involving draft picks, pick swaps, and expiring contracts.
James Harden's future and legacy are under scrutiny as he aims for success and looks to solidify his place among the all-time greats with the Brooklyn Nets.
Deep dives
Brooklyn Nets acquire Ben Simmons, adding defensive versatility to their roster.
The most intriguing aspect of the Brooklyn Nets' 2023-2024 season is the addition of Ben Simmons. With Simmons' defensive prowess, the Nets' defense becomes even more menacing. His ability to guard multiple positions and disrupt opponents will give the Nets a significant boost on that end of the court. While Simmons' offensive struggles are well-known, if he can regain his defensive dominance, it could elevate the Nets' chances of contending for a championship.
The lack of drama and the new spirit within the Brooklyn Nets.
One of the most interesting developments within the Brooklyn Nets is the lack of drama compared to previous seasons. With the departure of Kyrie Irving and the focus shifting to the team as a whole, the Nets seem more collaborative and open. There is a sense of unity and shared goals within the roster that could lead to a more cohesive and enjoyable team dynamic. This newfound spirit, combined with their defensive strengths, could make the Nets an exciting team to watch this season.
James Harden trade talks with Los Angeles Clippers.
The Los Angeles Clippers have emerged as potential trade partners for James Harden. While the details of the trade package are unclear, it is expected that the Clippers would offer a combination of draft picks, pick swaps, and expiring contracts. The Clippers are likely to be cautious in their approach, as they don't want to deplete their future assets after the Kawhi Leonard and Paul George trades. This potential trade could have significant implications for both teams, as the Clippers aim to solidify their roster and the Nets look to reshape their team without Harden.
James Harden's impact and legacy in the NBA.
James Harden is a top 75 all-time player who is nearing a critical stage in his career. With his future uncertain, and playing for a team that has championship aspirations, Harden's impact on the game and his legacy are under scrutiny. As he seeks success and looks to cement his place among the all-time greats, the upcoming season will be pivotal for Harden and the Brooklyn Nets.
Actions of James Harden and his camp will reveal his intentions
The podcast discusses the upcoming actions of James Harden and his camp, which will provide insights into his plans for the upcoming season. Despite not playing in the preseason games, the season is about to start, and it will soon become clear whether Harden will play, sit out, or give a half-hearted effort on the court.
Michael Rubin's comments on the James Harden situation
Michael Rubin, former minority owner of the Philadelphia 76ers and a close friend of James Harden and Joel Embiid, made comments on a podcast about the James Harden situation. He criticized the way the current front office of the 76ers handled the situation, implying that if he was still an owner, things would have been handled differently.
Implications of the James Harden situation
The podcast speculates on how the James Harden situation will unfold and its potential consequences. It raises questions about whether the situation will escalate, impact team dynamics, or simply result in Harden playing well to boost his trade market value. The upcoming weeks will provide more insight into the outcome of this situation.
Zach talks to father-and-son broadcast duo Ian Eagle and Noah Eagle about sharing Nets play-by-play duties, their lives and careers, and what to expect in Brooklyn this season. Then it's time for a James Harden Interlude (sponsorship pending) before Eric Nehm of The Athletic pops on to talk all things Milwaukee Bucks -- including our first look at Dame and Giannis together.
Eagles
Noah will be broadcasting 10 Nets games this year (1:36)
What's it going to be like for Ian watching Noah in his seat (6:06)
On Noah deciding to pursue a career in broadcasting (8:40)
Other broadcasters Noah has looked up to (12:40)
Parallel parking advice from "The Czar" Mike Fratello (19:14)
The notion of being on or behind the play (22:37)
Difference between doing a game on radio and television (27:22)
Bill Raftery stories (34:55)
Ian's "Blank Space" call on a Travis Kelce touchdown (38:31)
Most interesting thing about the Nets (42:15)
Kevin Garnett stories (51:08)
James Harden Interlude (57:34)
Eric Nehm (1:08:28)
Dame's preseason debut (1:09:30)
Is Giannis comfortable setting 40 screens a game? (1:15:53)
Brook Lopez is going to get a lot of open shots (1:24:15)
Who's the 5th starter? (1:32:26)
Defense will be different under Adrian Griffin (1:38:03)
