Bobby Marks

Bobby Marks, a former NBA front office executive, dives deep into the trade market as he discusses potential moves for stars like Jimmy Butler and Bradley Beal. He explores the complexities of player contracts and team dynamics. Joining him, Ted Nguyen, a writer for The Athletic, analyzes the NFL divisional round matchups, providing strategic insights and his picks for the games. The duo balances serious sports talk with humorous anecdotes, making for an engaging listen filled with both analysis and laughs.

Bobby Marks, ESPN's NBA Front Office Insider and former executive, breaks down the thrilling first round of the NBA playoffs. He discusses the dramatic matchups, including the Wolves' victory over the Lakers and the intense Clippers-Nuggets showdown. Marks shares insights on team dynamics, coaching strategies, and the ever-changing landscape of home court advantage. He also highlights key players like Kawhi Leonard and Nikola Jokic, while previewing the Eastern Conference battles, particularly focusing on Jalen Brunson's impact on the Knicks.

Discussion on Denver's win over Boston, Jokic's impact, KAT's injury, Mavs' performance, Simmons out for the season. Insights on Wembanyama's potential and excitement around him. Cavs forward Dean Wade features as a special guest. The episode explores crunch time issues for Celtics, Curry's ankle problems, and the Magic's recent charge in the NBA.

In a festive gathering, guests include Andrew Lopez, a New Orleans Pelicans sideline reporter and Disney fan, Noah Eagle, an NBC Sports broadcaster with a Syracuse connection, Michael C. Wright, an ESPN NBA analyst known for his culinary skills, and Bobby Marks, an ESPN front office expert. They dive into the Pelicans' current state, humorous Thanksgiving preparations, and the dynamics of rival teams like the Nets and 76ers, all while sharing light-hearted stories from sports broadcasting and personal memories. Their banter creates a lively Thanksgiving atmosphere.

Brian is joined by Bobby Marks, an ESPN NBA front office insider known for his keen insights on the league. They dive into the Cleveland Cavaliers' shocking playoff collapse against the Pacers, dissecting key injuries that plagued their performance. The Warriors delivered a surprising victory over the Timberwolves without Steph Curry, while the Thunder's late-game struggles are examined. The Boston Celtics face scrutiny over their shooting woes against the Knicks, raising questions about their playoff future. Tune in for lively analysis and witty banter!

Bobby Marks and Kevin Pelton discuss the NBA trade deadline moves and non-moves including the New York Knicks' smart roster-building, the Lakers' quiet deadline, Atlanta Hawks keeping Dejounte Murray, Chicago Bulls' direction, Dallas Mavericks' trades, Utah Jazz and Toronto Raptors trade, Golden State Warriors standing pat, and Brooklyn Nets holding onto their assets.

ESPN's Kendra Andrews discusses slumping Warriors, Draymond Green's return. Dave McMenamin talks Lakers bad offense, outlook at deadline. Bobby Marks gives rapid-fire trade thoughts on Sixers, Kings, Raptors, Pascal Siakam, Hornets, Heat, Wizards, Nets.

Zach and Bobby Marks break down the Lakers trade for Rui Hachimura and survey the landscape of the league as trade season begins. Plus, full 12-man All-Star roster debates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bobby Marks, an ESPN analyst, joins Zach to discuss NBA free agency highlights including Paul George to the Sixers, Klay Thompson leaving the Warriors, Lakers' options, Thunder adding Hartenstein, and more. They also touch on the impact of the second apron, Embiid's time to shine in Philly, Milwaukee's power ranking drop, and the end of an era in Golden State.

Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks break down the wild race for spots 5-8 in the West, the new collective bargaining agreement and its implications (including on All-NBA and other awards), and talk the race between Toronto, Atlanta, and Chicago in the East play-in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices