The Future of the NBA
Summary
Dave DeFore, S. Baraheni, and Andrew Schleck analyze the last three NBA draft classes, identifying Cooper Flagg and Cam Boozer as future All-Stars and Colin Murray Boyles as a key role player. The hosts discuss which young players, like Alex Sar and Derek Queen, risk being overpaid, while noting Reed Shepard and Kalil Ware could thrive on new teams. They also highlight AJ Mitchell as a bench player poised to become a starter, offering insights on roster construction and player development across the league.
Topics discussed
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Intro, S from 3000, and Zach Harper promo
Preseason wrap-up and Raptors schedule
All-Star candidates from recent drafts
Steph Castle and San Antonio Spurs analysis
Darius Acuff and Kings potential
Other draft class standouts: Boyles, Edgecombe
Keyshawn George, Jacoby Walter, and role players
OKC big men: Mara, Merez, and Wemby matchup
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Superlative: Players likely to be overpaid
Superlative: Players better on their next team
OKC guard rotation and AJ Mitchell
Trey Johnson, Malawatch, and Pelicans starters
NBA officiating points of emphasis and reviews
Outro and next week preview
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