The Herd with Colin Cowherd Hour 3 - Sauce Gardner Extension, A Return for Nick Saban?
Jul 15, 2025
Anthony Slater, a Senior writer for The Athletic focusing on the NBA and the Warriors, shares his insights on the current landscape of player dynamics. They dive into the challenges teams faced in securing quarterbacks during the COVID year, highlighting how this impacts franchise success. The conversation also touches on Sauce Gardner's new deal with the Jets, underscoring his importance in building a winning team. Slater discusses the strategic moves and player contracts that are reshaping the future of both the NFL and NBA.
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Scout Summer League Talent Carefully
- Look for summer league players with unique skill sets and high basketball IQ to succeed in the NBA.
- Focus on players who can create shots for others and show versatility, like Yang Hanson and Cooper Flagg.
Future Trade for Kaminga Possible
- Jonathan Kaminga has value despite a poor fit with Warriors' system; a sign-and-trade may happen mid-season.
- New NBA contract rules make immediate trades complicated but flexibility could lead to a deal later.
LeBron's Contract Offers Flexibility
- The Lakers value LeBron James' expiring contract and productivity to maintain trade leverage.
- Avoiding large long-term contracts allows flexibility to build around younger stars like Luka Doncic.