Mike Smeltz
Brooklyn Nets-focused NBA reporter/analyst (guest on the episode) who discusses Nets roster construction, rookie usage, and team identity with the hosts.
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Nov 8, 2025 • 1h 1min
Josh Giddey, Clippers BAD, and Nets Identity | Slam N Jam
Mike Smeltz, a Brooklyn Nets-focused analyst, joins to delve into the team's roster challenges and identity crisis. He shares insights on rookie usage, suggesting they lack a coherent plan for development. The conversation highlights players like Michael Porter Jr. and Nick Claxton, while questioning the front office's direction. Smeltz expresses skepticism about the roster's potential for playoff success. The discussion is engaging and filled with relevant analysis for dedicated Nets fans and casual listeners alike.
Sep 18, 2025 • 24min
Do the Nets have any hope?
Mike Smeltz, the former host of The Glue Guys and ex-producer at The Athletic, joins to preview the Brooklyn Nets season. He dives into the impact of acquiring Michael Porter Jr., highlighting his potential to elevate the team's competitiveness. Smeltz also discusses the optimism surrounding Cam Thomas and the promising rookie Yegor/Igor. The conversation shifts to potential trades, including Terrence Mann and Nick Claxton, delving into the complexities of the Nets' rebuilding strategy and future draft capital.
