Who Says No? The NBA Trade Podcast

Yossi Gozlan joins the show to discuss the upcoming trade deadline as an inflection point for the Lakers. Who can they actually get? Is Russell Westbrook tradable? Where is all of this going?

Yossi Gozlan returns in the first episode of "Who Says No" of the season to discuss all things Lakers, including: The disappointing defense. Talen Horton-Tucker outplaying Russell Westbrook. Kendrick Nunn trades and how the Lakers can find matching salary. The rotation when the roster is healthy. Frank Vogel. And much, much more.

Evan Dammarell joins the show to talk about Cleveland as a possible fit for Ben Simmons in a trade. We break down what Philly might be interested in, Collin Sexton's long-term upside, a possible fit with Evan Mobley, and eventually land on a three-team trade structure that works for all parties involved.

Yossi Gozlan joins to discuss recent reports that the NBA is hoping to earn $75 billion on its new TV deal and the accompanying report that such a windfall could push the salary cap up to $171 million. How will this affect the NBA in the present? What will happen in the 2025 offseason when everybody has space? Could the NBA use cap smoothing to prevent an outcome similar to 2016?

Brandon Anderson remains on the pod to discuss two great value plays for Defensive Player of the Year, the incredibly stupid trend that dictates Sixth Man of the Year winners, chances at free money on Rookie of the Year and Stephen Curry bets and Sam's favorite for the scoring title.

Brandon Anderson from The Action Network checks in to help make you some money on the upcoming NBA season's awards races. We name an obvious (and undervalued) MVP favorite, discuss sleepers, break down a profitable trend in Coach of the Year winners and dive deep on Most Improved Player candidates in Part 1. For Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year and Sixth Man of the Year, watch out for Part 2 tomorrow.

Billy Reinhardt from NetsDaily joins to talk about the seven teams that have any hope of beating the Nets in the postseason. Are the Lakers their biggest threat? Can Milwaukee beat Brooklyn at full strength? Who is one trade away?

NBA activity has slowed to a crawl, but that can't stop the Who Says No? Podcast. NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger look into the future to figure out which players are most likely to be traded before the 2022 deadline ... maybe as early as this offseason. The list goes well beyond obvious candidates like Ben Simmons and Damian Lillard, and Sam thrills us all with his sleeper pick for the annual Rodney Hood "Most Likely To Be Traded" Award. You're not going to want to miss this.

Macklin Stern returns to discuss a modest but optimistic Knicks offseason, how meaningful it is to have a New Yorker in Kemba Walker playing point guard for the Knicks, Tom Thibodeau's surprisingly deep bench, R.J. Barrett's future, Damian Lillard rumors and much, much more.

Adam Taylor joins the show to discuss Marcus Smart's contract extension with the Celtics, how Boston can still pursue Bradley Beal to pair with Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, why the Celtics are an Eastern Conference sleeper, Brad Stevens' first offseason as GM and much, much more.

The first two days of 2021 NBA free agency are in the books, and there's a lot to unpack. NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger discuss the biggest moves so far and how they'll impact next season, including the Lakers, Knicks, Heat, Bulls, Warriors ... and pretty much every team in the league. Don't be put off by the 96 minute runtime -- this one's worth your while.

Josh Eberley joins the show to predict destinations for the top eight free agent ball-handling guards on the market this offseason: Kyle Lowry, DeMar DeRozan, Lonzo Ball, Spencer Dinwiddie, Dennis Schroder, Patty Mills, Goran Dragic and Derrick Rose

Yossi Gozlan joins to discuss the earth-shattering Russell Westbrook trade. What happens next? We delve into our Buddy Hield conspiracy theories and explain how the Lakers can still acquire him, who they might sign-and-trade Dennis Schroder for, mid-level free agent targets, minimum free agent targets and much, much more.

Stephen Dolan joins the show for some mock trade negotiations! Sam represents the five teams picking ahead of the Thunder (the Pistons, Rockets, Cavs, Raptors and Magic) while Stephen represents the Thunder and tries to use their massive stockpile of draft picks to move up into the top five to pick a star. We talk Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rumors, Lu Dort love, the downsides to hoarding picks and much, much more.

Trevor Lane of Lakers Nation joins the podcast to go through every feasible point guard option for the Lakers this offseason (all 19 of them!) Is Chris Paul financially realistic? Do Russell Westbrook's strengths outweigh his weaknesses? Is Lonzo Ball coming home? Who could they chase with the mid-level exception? And much, much more

Mark Schindler joins the show to talk about bad contracts. What causes them? What can we learn from them? Who is going to get them this offseason? And much, much more.

Sagar Panchal joins the show to talk about Milwaukee's championship, where Giannis Antetokounmpo's Game 6 ranks historically and what comes next for the Bucks

Yossi Gozlan joins to project how much the 2018 draft class will get now that they are eligible for extensions. Will Phoenix max out DeAndre Ayton? Can Atlanta afford to pay its supporting cast after maxing Trae Young? What's going on with Collin Sexton?

Welp. Kawhi Leonard's mysterious knee injury turned out to be a partially torn ACL, and his surgery raises a lot of questions about the future for both him and the Clippers this offseason. NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger break down Leonard's financial options, his basketball options, and what roster moves the Clippers can make this offseason to help stem the tide until Kawhi comes back. Plus, Sam divulges that he's recording from a bunker in an unknown location ... talk about mystery.

Sagar Panchal joins the show to talk about the lessons other teams can learn from the way the Milwaukee Bucks built their roster, including trusting your coach, paying your young players and following the all-important 5% rule.

The NBA Draft is less than a month away, with free agency firing up right after that, and the NBA rumor mill is already swirling. NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger break down a bunch of reported topics, including what the Warriors will do with their draft picks, which teams might go after Kawhi Leonard if he becomes a free agent and where Kemba Walker might end up. Plus, we find out Sam's ideal Avenger super power, which is certainly not anything you would ever imagine.

The 2021 NBA Draft order is set after Tuesday night's lottery, and NBA writers Colin Ward-Henninger and Sam Quinn have some thoughts. They break down which selections the top teams will make, and which teams are likely to trade up, down or out of their current spots. And of course it wouldn't be a Who Says No? Podcast without Sam trying to trade Kyle Kuzma.

Billy Reinhardt returns to discuss Brooklyn's potential as a 70-win team next year, fake trades for a center, fake trades for Joe Harris, fake trades for Spencer Dinwiddie, Bruce Brown's earning potential and much, much more.

Brad Botkin joins to toss around Ben Simmons trades, figure out what sort of team he needs to thrive, lament Philadelphia's poor roster construction and much, much more

Something is rotten in Dallas, and there are reports that franchise cornerstone Luka Doncic may be unhappy with the team's direction. NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger break down everything the Mavericks can do, from trading Luka (eek) to dealing Kristaps Porzingis (yay?). They also look at some possible free agent targets and propose fake trades for pretty much every team in the NBA.

Joe Mullinax from Grizzly Bear Blues joins to talk Ja Morant's superstar upside, Dillion Brooks' growth, Jaren Jackson's contract extension, Bradley Beal as a Memphis target, the Grizzlies' cap situation and much, much more.

The Portland Trail Blazers are at a crossroads, and Damian Lillard may or may not want out. NBA writers Colin Ward-Henninger and Sam Quinn come up with several possible destinations in the event that Lillard demands a trade, including the 76ers, Warriors and Knicks. Plus, we learn all about Sam's dalliances with recreational drugs in high school. You don't want to miss this!

Bleacher Report's Jake Fischer joins to talk about his new book: Built to Lose: How the NBA's Tanking Era Changed the League Forever

Yossi Gozlan joins the show to talk about what went wrong for the Lakers and what they can do to fix it this offseason

The Celtics shocked the NBA world with the departure of Danny Ainge and the "promotion" of Brad Stevens from head coach to president of basketball operations. NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger break down the surprising moves, and look at the future of the Celtics moving forward, including some fake Kemba Walker trades and prospective Marcus Smart destinations. Plus, Sam gets his first look at St. Louis-style pizza and his life has been forever changed.

It's panic time in Los Angeles -- at least for the Clippers. They're down 0-2 to the Mavericks heading to Dallas and Kawhi Leonard can become a free agent this offseason. NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger discuss whether Leonard would actually leave the Clippers and list multiple potential destinations, including the Miami Heat, New York Knicks, Golden State Warriors and even his former Toronto Raptors. You're not going to want to miss this one ... unless you're a Clippers fan.

The real NBA Playoffs (not that impostor play-in) are almost here, so NBA writers Colin Ward-Henninger and Sam Quinn discuss which players could potentially lose the most money in free agency with a poor postseason performance. Players discussed include a trio of Lakers, a bunch of old dudes and a guy who probably isn't even going to suit up for the playoffs. Intrigued yet? You know you are.

Macklin Stern joins to gush about the most fun Knicks season in a decade, break down how to approach Knicks fandom in the age of optimism and go over some possible offseason targets

Did you miss us? NBA writers Colin Ward-Henninger and Sam Quinn are back from a brief hiatus to discuss which NBA players can gain the most financially with a strong postseason performance. Some of the players discussed include Deandre Ayton, Norm Powell and Sam's favorite human being, Alex Caruso. Playoff time, baby!

Mark Schindler of Indy Cornrows joins to talk about Nate Bjorkgren and the Pacers locker room, Indiana's two-center dilemma and organization-building as a whole

As the playoffs near, NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger break down some of the most under-the-radar signings and trades that are making a difference down the stretch. Come for the Brue Brown discussion, stay to find out how one of Colin's beer cans exploded in his house.

With LaMarcus Aldridge's sudden retirement due to health reasons, NBA writers Colin Ward-Henninger and Sam Quinn discuss how this impacts the Brooklyn Nets before taking a look back at Aldridge's career and debating his Hall of Fame chances.

Well, this is no fun. Jamal Murray's season-ending injury takes the Nuggets out of the title conversation for this year, and possibly next season. NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger discuss how the devastating news affects Denver's present and future, and how they can try to compensate for Murray's absence.

Yossi Gozlan joins to talk about Jrue Holiday's hefty extension, Milwaukee's limited flexibility moving forward, the absurd expense of the Bucks roster, what their options are in future offseasons, and what could have been had they made different roster choices

Anthony Irwin from Silver Screen & Roll and Locked on Lakers joins the show to talk Marc Gasol, Andre Drummond, Montrezl Harrell and the discombobulated Lakers after a big loss against the Clippers

LeBron James has reportedly begun his recruitment of Steph Curry, who has not yet signed an extension with the Golden State Warriors ... so yeah, we've got to talk about this. NBA writers Colin Ward-Henninger and Sam Quinn discuss whether Curry joining LeBron on the Lakers is even possible, and somehow segue into a discussion about which team will eventually draft Bronny. Yeah, things got weird.

The two biggest names on the NBA buyout market, Andre Drummond and LaMarcus Aldridge, have found new homes with the Lakers and Nets, respectively, so it's only fitting that the two biggest names in transaction-based NBA podcasting break everything down for you. NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger look at how Drummond and Aldridge fit with their new teams, and discuss which meaningful players (if any) might become available for contenders after buyouts.

Please forgive the delirium, but NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger put a bow on a frenzied NBA trade deadline by recapping and analyzing the most important moves of the day -- including a couple that didn't even get made *cough* Lakers *cough*. From Aaron Gordon to Rajon Rondo, these deadline deals could have major implications when the postseason rolls around. Plus, Sam and Colin discuss which old man sports are most appealing to, you know, old men. Be careful if you're playing softball ...

With just hours until Thursday's trade deadline, NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger break down the latest set of rumors, including Kyle Lowry potentially joining LeBron James with the Lakers and Andre Drummond possibly ending up with the New York Knicks. We also talk about whether the New Orleans Pelicans should even attempt to trade Lonzo Ball. Catch up on everything before the deals start flying!

All hell is about to break loose with the NBA trade deadline nearing ... or maybe nothing will happen at all. Either way, there are plenty of rumors to discuss, so NBA writers Sam Quinn and Colin Ward-Henninger predicted destinations for big names who could be on the move like Kyle Lowry, Lonzo Ball, Victor Oladipo and many more. Plus, Sam publicly shames Colin for being a former college athlete. You're not going to want to miss this one.

Yossi Gozlan from USA Today and Hoops Hype joins to help figure out how the Lakers can add some perimeter talent after losing LeBron James to a sprained ankle, whether or not it makes sense to trade Montrezl Harrell, how the 2021 free-agent class will play out and much more.

Billy Reinhardt of Nets Daily joins to discuss Blake Griffin's impending Nets debut, Brooklyn's buyout possibilities, fake Spencer Dinwiddie trades, how the Nets match up with the Lakers and much more.

The NBA trade deadline is still a week away, but one of the best available players, PJ Tucker, has already been dealt to the Milwaukee Bucks. NBA writers Colin Ward-Henninger and Sam Quinn discuss how much better Milwaukee improved with the trade, and whether any of it matters because of how good the Brooklyn Nets are. Plus, we find out why Sam's parents named him Samuel, and YOU WON'T BELIEVE THE REASON. How's that for clickbait?

The Warriors have arguably the most attractive trade package in the league, but will they end up using it? NBA writer Colin Ward-Henninger and Mercury News Warriors beat writer Wes Goldberg discuss all of the possibilities for Golden State as the trade deadline approaches, and how Klay Thompson's return next season impacts their decision-making. Also, Wes gives his hot takes on soup -- yes, soup. You don't want to miss this.

Locked on Rockets Host Jackson Gatlin joins to discuss Houston's short- and long-term plans, pitch fake trades for Victor Oladipo and P.J. Tucker and discuss whether or not John Wall is tradeable on his massive contract

The Raptors have a decision to make with Kyle Lowry, which means he could be on the move before the trade deadline. NBA writers Colin Ward-Henninger and Sam Quinn break down the most likely destinations, including the 76ers, Heat and (maybe) Clippers, plus two teams you might not expect to see in the Lowry sweepstakes. Also, Colin and Sam discuss their favorite 90s Disney movies and Sam reveals his hack to get unlimited wishes from a genie, should the unlikely situation ever arise. This is a can't-miss.