No Dunks The Drop | Giannis To Play In EuroBasket, Terrible Trades & Power Couples
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Jul 24, 2025 The hosts dive into Giannis's much-anticipated participation in EuroBasket while critiquing wild trades that left fans scratching their heads. They explore the dynamics of power couples and debate what truly distinguishes stars from superstars. The conversation takes a humorous turn with Carlos Boozer's new dating show and the significance of awards like the Oscars. Listeners are treated to nostalgia as they discuss classic films, summer blockbusters, and the thrill of upcoming reunions, all sprinkled with light-hearted banter.
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Beal Yields No. 3 to CP3
- Bradley Beal gave up his No. 3 jersey to Chris Paul out of respect and for the Clippers to preserve it for CP3's legacy.
- This gesture highlights how teams sometimes unofficially retire numbers by not assigning them to others.
Costly NBA 2020s Trades & Moves
- NBA teams' poor decisions in the 2020s range from small mistakes to franchise-altering trades, heavily impacting team trajectories.
- Notable disasters include the Bucks trading for Damian Lillard and the Kings losing key players like Tyrese Haliburton and De'Aaron Fox.
Stars Who May Not Lead Titles
- Several NBA stars may never lead a franchise to a championship as the primary star, despite their all-star status.
- Defense and playoff impact are key factors, as seen in players like Donovan Mitchell and Trae Young facing pressure to step up.
