The Ringer NBA Show Top Five Best NBA Duos and Trae Young’s Frustration
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Aug 7, 2025 The hosts dive into their top five NBA duos, featuring both current stars and legendary partnerships. They explore the dynamics of iconic pairs like Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant. Trae Young's contract situation and frustration with the Hawks also take center stage. The discussion includes insights on various duos, like Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, addressing their strengths and weaknesses. Tune in for a mix of history and analysis as they celebrate the best partnerships in the league.
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NBA Max Contract Reassessment
- The Hawks are recalibrating how they offer max extensions amid salary cap constraints.
- Giving a max contract is no longer automatic even for top players like Trae Young.
Impact of Fox's Max Deal
- De'Aaron Fox's max extension with the Spurs complicates future Hawks negotiations with Trae Young.
- Teams are increasingly cautious about max deals amid team rebuilds and salary cap pressures.
Classic NBA Duo Models
- Classic NBA duos often follow templates: a ball-handling guard paired with a big, or dynamic wings.
- Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen exemplify a timeless, dominating and versatile duo for offense and defense.