The Herd with Colin Cowherd Hoops Tonight - NBA Mailbag: Bam Adebayo & Heat trades, Steph Curry's Warriors career, Jalen Williams underrated?
Aug 15, 2025
Listeners dive into the fascinating world of NBA player rankings, with hot takes on Bam Adebayo's trade possibilities and Jalen Williams' underrated status. The debate heats up as Jimmy Butler's playoff prowess is pitted against Pascal Siakam's skills. There’s a captivating exploration of Steph Curry’s evolving career, while fans analyze the impact of young talent versus seasoned veterans. Engaging insights on player performance and team dynamics make for a lively discussion in the basketball community!
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Advantage Creation Has Tiers
- Jason values advantage creation highly but notes it comes in tiers that affect playoff reliability.
- He ranks Harden below Mobley because Mobley offers more consistent playoff impact despite less regular-season creation.
Place Bam In A Five-Out Role
- If Bam Adebayo were to be traded, target five-out offenses that run dribble handoffs and top-of-key decision actions.
- Surround him with high-level shooters and ball creators so his defensive and playmaking strengths are maximized.
Five Teams That Fit Bam Best
- Consider the Knicks, Pacers, Pistons, Warriors, or Spurs as realistic Bam destinations based on scheme fit and surrounding talent.
- Evaluate whether teams can use him as a pick-and-roll/dribble-handoff fulcrum in five-out spacing.