House of Strauss HoS: Andrew Bogut and Mike Procopio
Apr 25, 2025
Andrew Bogut and Mike Procopio dive into the intense playoffs, dissecting the physicality of the Warriors-Rockets match-up. They controversially discuss the blame for Jimmy Butler's injury and reflect on unforgettable moments like Draymond Green's infamous kick. The duo tackles the disarray of the Mavericks following their Luka Dončić trade and debates the merits of recent NBA choices, including Evan Mobley for Defensive Player of the Year. Plus, they contemplate Bogut's coaching aspirations and the intrigue of past trade decisions.
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Dallas Luka Trade Strongly Criticized
- The Dallas trade for Luka Dončić is widely hated and criticized as one of the worst trades ever.
- Winning games is the only way to justify controversial trades to fans and media.
Nico's Unsuitable GM Role
- Nico's role as a sneaker rep doesn't suit the NBA GM position's demands.
- The media sessions with strict guardrails reflect insecurity and complicate transparency in management.
Flawed Comparison of Trades
- Comparing Warriors' Monta Ellis trade to Dallas' Luka trade is flawed since the teams' contexts vastly differ.
- The Warriors were rebuilding with no playoff presence, unlike the Mavericks who had just made the NBA Finals.