Gersson Rosas has remodeled the Minnesota Timberwolves since being named the team’s President of Basketball Operations earlier this year. He has assembled a world-class support staff that includes analytics experts, injury gurus and culinary icons. He has hired diverse voices and established better levels of communication between players and the front office. Rosas, the former Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations for the Houston Rockets, also discussed leaving the Rockets after 17 years without a championship. 1:42 Solving the enigma of Andrew Wiggins14:11 How good is Karl-Anthony Towns22:09 Being proud that Towns fought back against Joel Embiid36:12 Why the Wolves took a player-led trip to the Bahamas45:12 Leaving the Rockets without an NBA title48:01 Being the first Latino to lead an NBA front office54:50 Player nutrition…including donkey meat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tomthefinder.com/subscribe

What does opening the Chase Center mean for the Golden State Warriors? Hall of Fame executive Rick Welts, the President and COO of the Warriors, explained how the Warriors overcame political and economic challenges to develop the world-class sports and entertainment venue. The former ball boy for the Seattle SuperSonics also revealed whether he thinks the NBA will return to Seattle. Welts, who in 2011 became the highest ranking executive in men’s professional team sports to publicly acknowledge he is gay, also discussed his LGBT advocacy with Athlete Ally. 5:14 The challenges of opening the Chase Center10:04 Eric Paschall’s immediate contributions 17:53 Welts’ LGBT advocacy23:40 Marketing the Dream Team34:51 Will the NBA return to Seattle?46:02 The impact of Stephen Curry on and off the courtLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tomthefinder.com/subscribe

Would Larry Bird have had a longer career if he took more games off? NBA champion Channing Frye advocates for load management and believes it shouldn’t have a negative connotation. Frye, the host of NBC Sports Northwest’s newest podcast Talkin’ Blazers, also explained why the Trail Blazers need to make a move to be competitive in the Western Conference. 2:33 How players like LeBron James continue to play at a high level as they age5:35 What if Larry Bird took advantage of load management 15:40 What makes LeBron such a great passer18:29 Will Kevin Love end up in Portland?20:55 The best shooters Channing played with 30:47 Why the Trail Blazers need to make a trade nowLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tomthefinder.com/subscribe

Stephen Curry might not actually be out for the season, according to his longtime trainer, Brandon Payne. Payne discussed Curry’s rehab and provided updates on his injuries. Payne, the founder of Accelerate Basketball, also talked about his work with Trae Young and Luka Doncic.1:02 Watching Stephen Curry go down with an injury13:50 Being with Curry on an international shoe tour22:01 The extent of Curry’s injury 23:45 Comparing Luka Doncic to Stephen Curry31:18 Comparing to Trae Young to Stephen Curry44:34 Whether Curry will return this seasonLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tomthefinder.com/subscribe

Washington Wizards owner Ted Leonsis discussed John Wall’s health, drafting Rui Hachimura and the relationship between Bradley Beal and Wall. Leonsis, who recently won a WNBA title as the owner of the Washington Mystics, also touched on off-court topics including esports and sports gambling. 23:30 John Wall’s health and the state of the Wizards33:40 Recruiting Bradley Beal and his relationship with Wall34:57 What David Stern told Leonsis about Alexander Ovechkin’s contract36:01 The struggles of LeBron James and the Lakers last season55:40 Leadership advice from Barack Obama1:04:56 The three innovations that are driving sports on a global basisLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tomthefinder.com/subscribe

Brian Shaw won five NBA titles as a player and an assistant coach for the Los Angeles Lakers. Shaw, who is now a studio analyst for NBC Sports Bay Area, joined The Habershow to preview the NBA season. He also revealed details about the feud between Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal, as well as brokering the Shaq vs. Dame rap battle. 8:45 Shaw’s pick to win the NBA Finals12:50 What derailed LeBron’s first season with the Lakers 30:50 Mentoring a young Kobe Bryant38:55 Shaq-Kobe feud59:45 Brokering the Shaq vs. Dame rap battleLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tomthefinder.com/subscribe

A number of high-profile NBA players (and Golden State Warriors) have suffered serious injuries recently. Lachlan Penfold, the Warriors' Head of Physical Performance and Sports Medicine during their 73-9 season, explains why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tomthefinder.com/subscribe

NBC Sports Boston' Chris Forsberg checks in from Las Vegas as Team USA prepares for the FIBA World Cup. Which of the new faces will star for Team USA? Plus Chris breaks down the Boston Celtics’ offseason additions, including Kemba Walker and fan-favorite Tacko Fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tomthefinder.com/subscribe

Performance strategist Matt Mayberry on the rise of phone and social media addiction in the NBA, as well as player movement, league-wide anxiety and the role of tech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tomthefinder.com/subscribe

Bleacher Report's Howard Beck joins Tom Haberstroh on a special "emergency podcast" to discuss the blockbuster trade that sent Russell Westbrook to the Houston Rockets. Was this the craziest NBA offseason ever? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tomthefinder.com/subscribe