NBA One Guy (the West!), an Eagles Mess, MLB and WNBA Playoffs, a Mini-Mailbag and Ringer 107 Picks | With Rob Mahoney, Tom Pelissero, and Joe House
Summary
Bill Simmons and Rob Mahoney preview the NBA season, debating the "Zag" on the Indiana Pacers and the "Zog" on the Orlando Magic. They analyze key player situations, including Kyrie Irving's trade value, Aaron Gordon's durability in Denver, and the Golden State Warriors' risky Porzingis contract. The duo also discusses the Lakers' acquisition of Walker Kessler, the Minnesota Wolves' potential, and other roster moves across the league.
Topics discussed
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Episode overview and guest introductions
NBA highlights: Darius Acuff and Sabonis
NBA playoff consensus and contrarian picks
Kyrie Irving's age and injury history
Golden State Warriors roster uncertainty
Miami Heat and DeMar DeRozan analysis
Jalen Whitmore and Washington Wizards
NBA depth and Kristaps Porzingis contract
Warriors injury risks and playoff outlook
Houston Rockets shooting and trade options
Difficulty trading young point guards
San Antonio Spurs and Wembanyama fit
Zach Edey's ankle injury concerns
NBA free agency and contract strategies
State Farm ad and back-pocket player discussion
Memphis Grizzlies trade scenarios
Grizzlies asset depletion and future moves
New Orleans Pelicans crunch time lineup
Minnesota Wolves transition offense potential
NBA trade value and awkward negotiations
Oklahoma City Thunder wing defense needs
Thunder three-guard spacing and roles
Devin Booker's contract and team building
Sacramento Kings and DeMar DeRozan fit
Kings decision-making and player roles
Jaren Jackson Jr. versatility and draft pick
Guest wrap-up and State Farm ad
Vikings quarterback history review
Vikings QB injuries and replacements
Vikings roster depth and star injuries
NFL advanced metrics and early season
Sean Payton's play-calling in Denver
Davis Webb and Broncos coaching future
Head coach roles and financial constraints
Chargers game analysis and momentum
Chargers rebuild and Mike McDaniel
Eagles pressure points and Jalen Hurts
Eagles offensive line trade strategy
Eagles cap space and Tyler Lintz
Chargers defensive predictability
Cam Ward and Sean Payton play-calling
Chargers quarterback decision making
Wolves defensive switching strategies
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Rays sweep Yankees in playoffs
Mailbag: Chris Sale fade and House seats
Mailbag: Dyslexia and hat wearing
Mailbag: Betting odds and Fanduel
Mailbag: WNBA Aces and Dream hedge
A'ja Wilson's shooting and legacy
A'ja Wilson rebounding and Moses play
Choosing a team to follow in 2026
Lane Johnson and Eagles memes
Lions defense nickname: The Overreaction
Michael Douglas play: Avoiding the score
Punishments for sports betting scandals
Manchester United and Liverpool fans
Sports rule changes: Replay and pitch clock
Sponsorship ideas for House's segment
Cooper DeJean and Rookie of the Year
Stanley Cup trophy design: Stanley Cock
Week 5 NFL picks introduction
Patriots running game and zone defense
Colts at Steelers: Line analysis
Rams pick and Bills concern
Bills in the dome and primetime risk
Rams offense and Bills tease strategy
Lions offense and Matthew Stafford poise
Kirk Cousins and Chiefs defense
Patriots tight end coverage weakness
Eagles vs Jags and Texans vs Titans
Jags upset potential and Saints pick
Saints line movement and Vikings defense
49ers injuries and Seahawks pick
Hawks season outlook and win totals
Podcast outro and upcoming live show
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