Justin, Rob, and Wos are joined by Danny Chau to discuss whether a handful of teams near the top of the draft should keep or trade their picks. They talk about which teams are in a realistic position to trade for a veteran or whether they should stay put and what prospects would fit best. After that, Wos talks to NBA champion and Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray about his time in the bubble, coming back from his ACL injury, playing with Nikola Jokic, and much more (1:10:34).Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny LambreGuests: Danny Chau and Jamal MurrayProducer: Isaiah BlakelyAdditional Production Supervision: Benjamin Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel Embiid, a dominant force in basketball, and Jamal Murray, a skilled scorer, join the conversation. They discuss the ramifications of their recent contract extensions and whether these moves are wise for their respective teams. The dialogue dives into the potential risks of championship windows closing quickly, especially for the Nuggets. They also ponder the implications of the Miami Heat possibly re-signing Jimmy Butler, exploring both strategic and emotional factors in a fast-evolving league.

Jamal Murray joins the conversation, sharing insights on his recent contract extension with the Denver Nuggets and its impact on their title aspirations. Julius Randle discusses his uncertain future amid trade rumors surrounding the Knicks. Brandon Ingram's potential contract extension with the Pelicans is explored, highlighting the team's roster changes. The discussion dives into the complexities of rookie contract extensions and player value in the evolving NBA landscape, adding layers of intrigue to the coming season.

Guest Jamal Murray discusses his game-winning shot against the Lakers, leading the Nuggets to victory. Topics include the Lakers' struggles, Nikola Jokic's performance, and Michael Porter Jr.'s impact. The podcast also covers the excitement of the game-winning moment and fan reactions.

Austin and Pausha break down Game 3 of the Finals and break down why the Nuggets took a firm 2-1 lead (4:43). They discuss another dominant Jokic performance and his potential to go down as the best center ever, and then touch on Jamal Murray’s role in making them such a lethal duo (12:53). Later, they discuss which team could suit Chris Paul best (38:52), and then answer your questions with an ‘Off Guard’ mailbag (52:20)!Hosts: Austin Rivers and Pausha HaghighiProducer: Erika Cervantes and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices