The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
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Feb 26, 2025 Dan Woike, NBA reporter for the LA Times, dives deep into the dynamics of the Lakers and other NBA teams. He discusses J.J. Redick's surprising impact on integrating LeBron James with new teammates. The conversation shifts to player trades, highlighting Kevin Durant's recent decisions and the Mavericks' potential with stars like Luka Doncic. Woike also touches on optimism in sports, the significance of player communication, and the evolving roles of superstars in shaping team cultures and viewer engagement.
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LeBron's Off-Ball Effectiveness
- JJ Redick has cracked the LeBron James code by moving him off-ball.
- This allows LeBron to conserve energy and have impactful bursts, maximizing his effectiveness.
Luka Trade Benefits
- The Luka Doncic trade to the Lakers creates a potentially better fit for both teams involved.
- Kyrie Irving benefits from more ball-handling opportunities, and AD complements him well defensively.
Brady's Recruitment
- Tom Brady reportedly contacted Matt Stafford about joining the Raiders.
- This move could benefit Stafford financially due to Nevada's lack of state tax.