The Bill Simmons Podcast Part 1: NBA Trade Deadline Reactions With Rob Mahoney and Wosny Lambre
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Feb 6, 2025 
Rob Mahoney, a sharp writer for The Ringer, and Wosny Lambre, a keen analyst, dive deep into the frenzied NBA trade deadline. They discuss high-profile moves like De'Andre Hunter to the Cavaliers and Jimmy Butler potentially joining the Warriors. The complexities of player values and trade gossip, including the failed Kevin Durant deal and the implications of new CBA rules, keep listeners engaged. Plus, they analyze how these trades may affect playoff races and the evolving dynamics of key franchises.
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Cavaliers' Trade Strategy
- The Cavaliers traded for DeAndre Hunter to improve their wing defense against teams like the Celtics.
- They believe Hunter's size and ability to guard players like Tatum and Brown will be crucial in a potential playoff series.
Hawks' Potential Tank
- The Hawks trading DeAndre Hunter might signal a tanking strategy, especially with Jalen Johnson's injury.
- However, their unprotected 2025 first-round pick belonging to the Spurs complicates the tanking narrative.
Butler Trade Impact
- Jimmy Butler's trade to the Warriors was less significant due to KD's trade to the Suns.
- Butler's prior reluctance and the one-year extension framing diminished the trade's impact.