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Did Miami Solve Their Biggest Problem? Mavs Building Around Flagg & Questions For Wolves

Aug 25, 2026 · 1h 1m

Summary

Brian Windhorst and McMahon discuss Klay Thompson’s buyout from Dallas and signing with Miami, analyzing the Heat’s savvy roster construction around Giannis Antetokounmpo. They evaluate the Mavericks’ transition under Masai Ujiri, focusing on Kyrie Irving’s recovery and the team’s long-term rebuild. The episode also covers the Minnesota Timberwolves’ sale to Mark Stoddard, highlighting the massive financial gains for previous owners.

Topics discussed

Intro: Bullspend and dashboard confessions Clay Thompson's Miami lifestyle and boat mishaps Klay Thompson's failed stint with the Mavericks Mavericks' roster construction and Heat's strategy Ad breaks: Kia, LinkedIn, and SoFi Financial details of Klay's buyout and Heat deal Heat's three-point shooting and roster analysis Miami's future plans and contract extensions Mavericks' roster issues and Kyrie Irving's return Ad breaks: LinkedIn and ServiceNow Mark Cuban's sale of the Timberwolves Timberwolves' arena issues and ownership changes Rumors of Wolves moving to Eastern Conference Outro: Golf talk and closing remarks
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