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On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's time in Alabama with his son Max NBA season predictions including Finals matchup, MVP, Rookie of the Year, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Jarod Hector is joined by New York Post and SNY sports anchor and the host of "New York Got Game" Dexter Henry. They discuss: Civilians thinking they can beat professional players Bronny James Part II of 30 questions for each NBA team, the western conference Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: NBA media day Potential rule changes 30 questions for each NBA team ahead of the season, part I is the eastern conference. Part II will be the western conference on Monday's show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Karl-Anthony Towns <> Julius Randle trade and what it means for the Knicks and Wolves What's the short term and long term outlook for both teams? Derrick Rose retires NBA legend and humanitarian Dikembe Mutombo dies of brain cancer at 58 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's special episode Jarod Hector is joined by The Real Deal podcast host, NBA and Real Madrid fan Sid Ramsundar. They discuss: Sid's entry to fandom in American sports The evolution of the NBA Building a winner in the NBA and world class soccer Similarities between the two sports Transcendent talent Predictive injury analysis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: 5 players to keep your eyes on this coming NBA season The future of Ben Simmons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's article on the middle class teams in the eastern conference When the game starts slowing down for players The increased sports calendar is not good for athletes or fans Woj retires Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: DeMar DeRozan's vulnerability in his new book Why trust is so difficult to earn and give in the NBA Which teams in the NBA have an environment that has earned players' trust and allows for vulnerability? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Expensive NBA teams like the Suns and Bucks who won't win an NBA title this season, what can they do to change things going forward? Henry's excellent article on Victory Cake What can teams like the Blazers, Bulls, and Nets do to get better? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's article on the Celtics Jamal Murray's contract extension Shaq and many former and current players think Rudy Gobert is a bad basketball player, what's the deal with the Rudy hate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Dallas Mavericks New York Knicks Philadelphia 76ers Oklahoma City Thunder Four players Jarod and David think can make significant improvement this season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's article previewing the Indiana Pacers David's article previewing the Minnesota Timberwolves What young players can learn from Jayson Tatum's Olympic experience A closer look at the development of Jaden Ivey, Jabari Smith Jr. , Keegan Murray, Dyson Daniels and Jalen Duren Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss the bad teams heading into the 2024-25 season: Brooklyn Nets Chicago Bulls Charlotte Hornets Washington Wizards Portland Trail Blazers Utah Jazz Can Wemby save the Spurs from being a bottom dweller this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's trip to Los Angeles to see his players and connect with NBA power players What positives can be taken from pros playing summer pick up? David's article on the Nuggets, are they serious title contenders? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Henry's book update The fast, intuitive, and emotional brain and the slower, more deliberative, and more logical brain. What is best for success in the NBA? It sort of depends on your job... How does fast and slow thinking impact the product on the floor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's article on Team USA's humility and the lesson it taught the world Wemby wants to learn from KD, David has an idea of what that might look like Has the rest of the world caught up to the NBA? Quick thoughts on the Jazz, Lakers, and Warriors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA's win over France for the gold medal in men's basketball Steph, LeBron, and KD How much did this loss hurt Victor Wembanyama? How will it motivate him going forward? Team USA in 2028 European vs. American player development Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA vs. Team Serbia for a place in the gold medal game. Does Serbia behind Nikola Jokic have a path to victory? Team Canada had a disappointing Olympic tournament and David has a theory Should Jamal Murray's poor play for Canada, worry the Denver Nuggets? David's excellent article on the importance of a plan in player development Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA men's basketball and the knockout round of the Olympics David "discovers" Breanna Stewart How does David watch and breakdown the NBA? Is the NBA champion the best team in the world? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA's victory over South Sudan. The US played well again and David was impressed with South Sudan and head coach Royal Ivey. Is Bam Adebayo the three-point shooter a thing? Team USA's best lineup is KD, Bam, Ant-Man, Jrue Holiday, and Derrick White and it's because of their defense. Jarod's not worried about Steph's offense, but he's noticing the shortcomings on defense. David is concerned about both ends of the court. KD goes on Twitter to talk rigid structure versus random play, which is better? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices