The Ringer NBA Show The Knicks and Magic Are Going to Vegas. Plus, Do the Pelicans Hold All the Cards for the Trade Deadline? | Group Chat
Dec 10, 2025
The hosts dive into the thrilling NBA Cup action, celebrating the Knicks' domination over the Raptors and discussing how injuries impacted Toronto's game. They analyze the Magic's defensive tactics that stifled the Heat and preview the upcoming semifinals in Las Vegas. The conversation shifts to rookie sensation Derrick Queen, whose historic triple-double has the potential to reshape the Pelicans. They also explore trade possibilities for New Orleans, considering veterans that could be on the move and the implications for the team's future.
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Cup Reveals True Team DNA
- The NBA Cup adds pageantry and a higher-stakes micro-competition that reveals team tendencies quickly.
- Justin Verrier notes the Cup shows who can execute under friction even if games are sloppy.
One Creator Changes Everything
- A single superstar or consistent creator can mask roster oddities and win tight games.
- Rob Mahoney argues the Knicks' Jalen Brunson-style creation gives them an edge over the Raptors' collection of talent.
Size And Mobility Break Free-Flow Offense
- Orlando's size and mobility can neutralize Miami's no-screen, free-flow offense by cutting off connectivity.
- Rob Mahoney praises the Magic as a positional defensive team that stifles drive-and-kick actions.