The Ryen Russillo Podcast NBA Trade Market Check-In With Bobby Marks, Plus NFL Divisional Round Preview and Picks With Ted Nguyen
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Jan 15, 2025 Bobby Marks, a former NBA front office executive, dives deep into the trade market as he discusses potential moves for stars like Jimmy Butler and Bradley Beal. He explores the complexities of player contracts and team dynamics. Joining him, Ted Nguyen, a writer for The Athletic, analyzes the NFL divisional round matchups, providing strategic insights and his picks for the games. The duo balances serious sports talk with humorous anecdotes, making for an engaging listen filled with both analysis and laughs.
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Diminishing Asset
- Jimmy Butler's trade value is diminishing due to age, contract, and recent behavior.
- The Heat may face a Harden-like situation where Butler opts in, hindering their flexibility.
Missed Trade Window?
- The Heat might have missed the optimal window to trade Butler, given his recent suspension.
- Common sense suggests Butler should play at an All-NBA level to boost his value.
Misleading Statistics
- Ryen Russillo believes advanced stats misrepresent Butler's current performance.
- Russillo observes Butler appears disinterested and avoids action during games.