

Game Theory Podcast
Sam Vecenie
Sam Vecenie, a Senior NBA Writer at The Athletic, talks all about basketball. From the NBA, to the NBA Draft, to college hoops and even some high school, Vecenie is has you covered in this show. And some thoughts on movies, too.
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Aug 4, 2025 • 1h 35min
Luka EXTENDS w/ Lakers, Bridges EXTENDS w/ Knicks, Kuminga REJECTS Warriors & more Offseason News! | Game Theory Podcast
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to catchup on several offseason news topics, like Luka Doncic extending with the Lakers, Mikal Bridges extending with the Knicks, Jonathan Kuminga & the Warriors negotiations and much more! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! 03:55 - Luka Doncic extends w/ Lakers34:31 - Mikal Bridges extends w/ Knicks55:12 - Jonathan Kuminga/Warriors negotiations Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 1, 2025 • 1h 43min
2026 NBA Draft & U19 World Cup Analysis w/ Adam Finkelstein | Game Theory Podcast
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Adam Finkelstein - Director of Scouting at 24/7 Sports - for a discussion of the U19 World Cup and an early look ahead to the 2026 NBA Draft Class! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 28, 2025 • 2h 6min
Top 10 Moves of the NBA Offseason w/ Es Baraheni! | Game Theory Podcast
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by special guest Es Baraheni of The Athletic NBA Daily to recap the NBA offseason to this point by taking turns draft their 5 favorite moves that were made until they get to a top 10! They also list a few honorable mentions & wrap up by giving their thoughts on the two blockbuster superhero movies released in July: Superman & Fantastic Four.CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! 04:00 - Drafting the best 10 NBA moves of the offseason (rules)07:04 - Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets18:55 - Hawks trade for Hawks 2026 pick 29:10 - Cam Johnson to Denver Nuggets38:14 - OKC locks in title core, extends JDubb & Chet51:44 - Norm Powell to the Miami Heat (FOR FREE)1:05:33 - Clippers Depth Moves1:18:12 - Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic1:33:15 - NAW (plus Kennard) to ATL1:41:37 - Houston depth moves DFS, FVV, Adams1:55:25 - Denver depth moves: Bruce Brown, THJ, Jonas2:05:32 - Honorable Mentions2:08:20 - Superman & Fantastic Four Review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 25, 2025 • 2h 16min
NBA Summer League Vets Breakdown! Filipowski, Holland, Dillingham & more! | Game Theory Podcast
Bryce Simon, a knowledgeable basketball analyst, joins the conversation to break down the NBA Summer League highlights. They discuss veterans' standout performances and the promising skills of rookies like Cody Williams and Kyle Filipowski. The dialogue dives into player development, strengths, and areas for improvement, emphasizing the complexity of adapting to the NBA. With a mix of insights and humorous anecdotes, the podcast also explores the dynamics between veterans and rookies, shedding light on what it takes to thrive in the league.

Jul 23, 2025 • 2h 23min
NBA Summer League Rookies Breakdown! Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, more! | Game Theory Podcast
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to recap NBA Summer League & discuss the performances of several different rookies in Vegas this year. CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:DRINK TRADE COFFEE! RIGHT NOW, TRADE IS EXCLUSIVELY OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 50% OFF YOUR ONE MONTH TRIAL AT DRINKTRADE.COM/GAME. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 59min
NBA News Catchup! Smart to Lakers, Beal to Clippers & Dame BACK to Blazers! | Game Theory Podcast
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon after returning from NBA Summer League in Las Vegas to discuss all the NBA news they missed over the past week! TOPICS INCLUDE:08:55 - Marcus Smart to the Lakers39:12 - Bradley Beal to the Clippers57:50 - Dame Lillard BACK to the Blazers1:22:58 - Jalen Williams signs extension with OKC1:29:56 - Cam Thomas Speaks OutCHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:DRINK TRADE COFFEE! RIGHT NOW, TRADE IS EXCLUSIVELY OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 50% OFF YOUR ONE MONTH TRIAL AT DRINKTRADE.COM/GAME. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 11, 2025 • 1h 18min
Norm Powell TRADED, Booker/Chet/Paolo EXTENDED & Summer League PREVIEW! | Game Theory Podcast (LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS)
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon LIVE (pre-recorded) from NBA Summer League is Las Vegas to go through all the NBA News from the past week, such as the MIA/LAC/UTA trade, Chet/Paolo/Booker extending, Ryan Rollins re-signing w/ MIL & much more before going through few players they're excited to watch when game officially start Thursday night.CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! 03:40 - TRADE! Norm Powell to MIA, John Collins to LAC, Kevin Love to UTA28:28 - Kelly Olynyk to SAS34:55 - - Chet Holmgren Extension41:52 - Paolo Banchero Extension52:37 - Devin Booker Extension1:01:06 - Ryan Rollins Re-Signs w/ MIL1:04:33 - NCAA News/Summer League Preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 7, 2025 • 1h 51min
Rockets Trade Cam Whitmore to Wizards, Deandre Ayton to Lakers & What's Left in NBA Free Agency | Game Theory Podcast
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to discuss Cam Whitmore to Washington, Deandre Ayton to the Lakers, Mike Brown to the Knicks, Jay Huff to the Pacers, and more before breaking down what's left in the NBA Free Agency. CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! 03:50 - Cam Whitmore traded to thr Wizards21:53 - DeAndre Ayton signs with Lakers36:43 - Jay Huff traded to the Pacers45:20 - Mike Brown hired by Knicks as next HC55:58 - What's Left of NBA Free Agency: Restricted FA's1:19:38 - What's Left of NBA Free Agency: Unrestricted FA's1:23:30 - Bradley Beal Potential Landing Spots Post Buyout1:33:31 - Remaining FA's1:39:55 - SUPERCHATS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 2, 2025 • 2h 13min
NBA Free Agency Day Two! | Myles Turner to Bucks! (Dame Waived) | SGA Extends | Yabusele to Knicks
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to react to all the trades, signings, extensions and scattered rumors that happened during the first full day of NBA Free Agency! 01:55 - Bucks Sign Myles Turner, Waive Dame Lillard35:03 - Pacers Lose Turner... Now What?53:55 - SGA Extends, JJJ Injured58:25 - Cavs Sign Larry Nance Jr.1:06:23 - Knicks Sign Guerschon Yabusele1:10:17 - Nuggets Trade Saric For Valančiūnas, Sign Hardaway Jr.1:21:38 - Kings Sign Dennis Schroeder1:27:53 - Pistons Sigh Duncan Robinson1:37:10 - Raptors Extend Jacob Poetl, Sign Sandro Mamukelashvili1:47:28 - Hornets Sign Tre Mann1:52:22 - Celtics Sign Josh MinottCHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, TRADE IS EXCLUSIVELY OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 50% OFF YOUR ONE MONTH TRIAL AT DRINKTRADE.COM/GAME. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 1, 2025 • 2h 29min
NBA Free Agency Night One! | Nets-Nuggets Trade! | NAW to ATL! | Game Theory Podcast
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Andrew Claudio (GMAC) to react to all the trades, signings, extensions and scattered rumors that happened during the first night of NBA Free Agency!04:00 - Knicks intend to sign Jordan Clarkson06:40 - Michael Porter Jr traded for Cam Johnson31:08 - Atlanta Hawks sign Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Luke Kennard48:52 - Rockets sign Clint Capella, Dorian Finney-Smith1:04:25 - Grizzlies extend JJJ, sign Ty Jerome (what's up with Cole Anthony?)1:19:25 - Lakers sign Jake LaRavia1:28:56 - Clippers sign Book Lopez1:35:10 - Spurs sign Luke Kornet1:44:00 - Pelicans sign Kevon Looney (lol)1:45:10 - Mavericks sign D'Angelo Russell1:46:40 - Tre & Tyus Jones sign new deals1:48:16 - Bucks sign Trent Jr, Porter Jr. & Prince1:54:00 - Pistons Moves2:07:11 - Western Conference Power RankingsCHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, TRADE IS EXCLUSIVELY OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 50% OFF YOUR ONE MONTH TRIAL AT DRINKTRADE.COM/GAME. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


