Podcast appearances and mentions of eric pincus

Gary talks about the exciting NBA Playoffs, and especially how he's feeling about his Knicks as they take on the two-seed Boston Celtics. The Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus joins the show to further the talk, as well as breakdown the other matchups of Round Two in the NBA Playoffs. Gary also discusses UH Athletics, from the men's volleyball team heading up to Columbus and Hawaii baseball and their win over Oregon State in the Sunday matinee game. Former 'Bow Cole Cabrera joins the show to talk about his team, his thoughts on their performance this weekend and the guys talk about Rich Hill's second ejection of the season.

Guest host Brian Webber questions if Travis Hunter can remain successful as a two-way player in the NFL and will the NFL Draft get interesting with the Giants at 3? Brian is also joined by Eric Pincus of the Bleacher Report to talk about the NBA playoffs. Please check out other RES productions: Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday  What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA Playoff races are coming down to the wire! We discuss a troubling injury for Jamal Murray, Kevin Durant's trade haul, and guest Eric Pincus of Spots Business Classroom joins the show to talk CBA and the program... https://www.sportsbusinessclassroom.com/

In this episode of The Talk Spot, we interview Eric Pincus to discuss the $6.1 billion sale of the Celtics, potential new basketball leagues, and the new CBA. To follow Eric Pincus: https://x.com/ericpincus To visit our website: https://ucaststudios.com/ To visit other podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/u-cast-studios/id1448223064 To visit our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/u-cast-studios   Song: "Orion Canyon" By Insect Surfers

FULL: Anthony welcomes Eric Pincus (Bleacher Report/Sports Business Classroom) into The Lounge to break down the Lakers' options if they want to make a couple of their two-way players eligible for the playoffs. The guys also talk about commonly held misnomers about this new CBA and how the Lakers have been able to navigate that CBA so far. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LOWDOWN: Anthony rolls through the Lakers' injury situations, then explains (with some help from Eric Pincus) how the Lakers actually can sign Jordan Goodwin and Trey Jemison. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bleacher Report NBA Capologist Eric Pincus joins Mark Willard and Marc Grandi on Willard and Dibs to discuss all things NBA and the Golden State Warriors at the trade deadline approaches, including his thoughts on a Cam Johnson fit for the Dubs.

In Hour 3 of Willard and Dibs, Mark Willard and Marc Grandi reflect on average players who accumulated fandom for Bay Area teams. Later in the hour, Eric Pincus joins the program to chat about trade scenarios around the NBA and the Golden State Warriors.

In Hour 1 of Willard and Dibs, mark WIllard and Marc Grandi open up the show by making the case for Cam Johnson's perfect fit with the Golden State Warriors. They're also joined by Jon Bloom, the radio play-by-play voice of the Suns. Bloom comes in studio to chat about the upcoming deadline, the Suns and movement around the league. In Hour 2 of Willard and Dibs, Mark Willard and Marc Grandi continue discussing the Cam Johnson-Warriors fit while also determining if the team even needs to make a trade to begin with. In Hour 3 of Willard and Dibs, Mark Willard and Marc Grandi reflect on average players who accumulated fandom for Bay Area teams. Later in the hour, Eric Pincus joins the program to chat about trade scenarios around the NBA and the Golden State Warriors. In Hour 4 of Willard and Dibs, Mark Willard and Marc Grandi preview the Warriors-Sun game and take calls on some more trade ideas for the Dubs

Hour 2 started with Andy talking about Anthony Davis and if he has that "killer instinct" that most Lakers fans were you used to with Kobe Bryant. Then, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus came on with A-Kam to talk about trade possibilities for the Lakers, including a trade with the Utah Jazz that would make sense to Pincus. Plus, "Crunch Time" with "Pretender Or Contender" and chatter on Kyrie Irving's injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

D'Angelo Russell made a "revelation" today during Lakers' Media Day that compelled Andy Kamenetzky to ask him another question during his presser. Then, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus talked about what he saw at Lakers' Media Day and the search for a "traditional Center" to play backup Center. Plus, what role will Dalton Knecht play in the regular season? And, "Crunch Time" with reaction to Karl Anthony-Towns getting traded to the New York Knicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sli opens the show with the thinking that it might not be a negative that the Lakers "struck out" in NBA Free Agency so far, it could be part of a bigger plan "down the line." Plus, Sliwa gives his thoughts on Bronny James' and Dalton Knecht's debut in NBA Summer League. Then, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus came on to talk about what could potentially happen with the roster from now until February 2025 and the real expectations for JJ Redick in his first year as Head Coach. Also, "Crunch Time" with talk on DeMar DeRozan and Paul George. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Segment One—NBA: LeBron as we knew wasn't going anywhere because he's never going to leave Los Angeles because he has the lifestyle that he wants, and he is content.  Segment Two---Revenue sharing is coming to college sports, beyond the revenue opportunities created in recent years by name, image and likeness.  Segment Three— Eric Pincus NBA Writer, Bleacher Report: (CBA) Teams are being creative, I don't think that's a negative it's just a different way of operating.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs debate what Klay Thompson's market looks like outside of the Bay Area, chat with NBA salary cap expert Eric Pincus about what the Warriors are financially able to do this offseason, and react to the news that the Hawks have traded Dejounte Murray to the Pelicans.

Willard and Dibs' full show from Friday, June 28th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs explain why they think Klay Thompson has played his last game as a member of the Golden State Warriors, explain what the Warriors accomplished by delaying Chris Paul's contract deadline, and more.  In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs debate what Klay Thompson's market looks like outside of the Bay Area, chat with NBA salary cap expert Eric Pincus about what the Warriors are financially able to do this offseason, and react to the news that the Hawks have traded Dejounte Murray to the Pelicans.In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs react to the Atlanta Hawks trading Dejounte Murray to the New Orleans Pelicans without giving up Brandon Ingram, wonder if the Warriors can acquire Paul George without trading away Jonathan Kuminga, and react to the latest from Brandon Aiyuk.In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs break down the Warriors' nightmare scenario this offseason, discuss more injuries the Giants are dealing with, and offer final thoughts on what could be the end of the Klay Thompson era with the Golden State Warriors.

NBA salary cap expert Eric Pincus joins Willard and Dibs to explain exactly what the Warriors are capable of doing this offseason financially.

6.24.24 Eric Pincus, Bleacher Report, on the NBA Offseason, the Lakers hiring JJ Redick, and who Washington should take in the NBA Draft. 

6.24.24 Hour 3 - Ben Standig, The Athletic, on Washington's offseason, shooting down the hype surrounding Brandon Aiyuk landing in DC, and his thoughts on the NBA Draft.  Kevin discusses the best Game 7s in Washington history. Eric Pincus, Bleacher Report, on the NBA Offseason, the Lakers hiring JJ Redick, and who Washington should take in the NBA Draft. 

6.24.24 Hour 1 podcast - Kevin and Denton react to the photos that surfaced of Jayden Daniels and Brandon Aiyuk hanging out this weekend. A week after Aiyuk posted a tiktok claiming the 49ers don't want him. Kevin discusses how more and more national pundits are buying into the hype of Jayden Daniels. Pete Jensen, NHL.com, on how Montreal overcame a 3-0 deficit, the atmosphere tonight, and who will win Game 7.  Hour 2 - Kevin and Denton debate the importance of the 2024 for the career of Jahan Dotson. Kevin takes calls on which player is under the most pressure. Denton's Day-ly News.  Hour 3 - Ben Standig, The Athletic, on Washington's offseason, shooting down the hype surrounding Brandon Aiyuk landing in DC, and his thoughts on the NBA Draft.  Kevin discusses the best Game 7s in Washington history. Eric Pincus, Bleacher Report, on the NBA Offseason, the Lakers hiring JJ Redick, and who Washington should take in the NBA Draft. 

This episode features leading NBA expert and analyst, Eric Pincus.

There's a TON of speculation on this lovely Tuesday! Is JJ Redick the new Lakers Head Coach yet? Is Paul George going to sign with Philly in a couple weeks? Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report put out a list of possible free agent moves, and we'll go through those, and Lakers news, on today's show and what it means for fantasy basketball players! Dan Besbris hosts! Follow @DanBesbris on Twitter now: https://x.com/danbesbris Listen and subscribe on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/old-man-squad-fantasy-basketball/id1745634609 Listen and subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pAlYGLjhNZmEy194WMBpd Float on over to the new Old Man Squad Sports Network YouTube page to watch videos from the network's top talent: https://www.youtube.com/@OldManSquad Podcast logo by https://twitter.com/freekeepoints Beats by https://twitter.com/slickrach

Capologist, Eric Pincus explains how the Lakers are big spenders on the roster but frugal everywhere else and if/why it matters. Vic the Brick haiku

Chris and Gary discuss the upcoming NBA Finals with The Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus, as well as talk about the sad news this morning of the passing of NBA legend Jerry West. The guys also discuss the NBA Draft, Russell Wilson's experience in Pittsburgh so far, and more.

Follow Us On All Our Social Media @GenZHoops!  Tune In On Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube, And All Major Platforms!! Eric Pincus, General Manager Of Sports Business Classroom , Joins Ashton Khoorchand On Gen Z Hoops To Discuss His Journey To Becoming A National Writer At Bleacher Report,  Predictions For The NBA Offseason And Sports Business Classroom This Summer At NBA Summer League!!! (0.13) - Welcoming Eric To Gen Z Hoops! (0.40) - Connection To Basketball (3.35) - Lakers Vs Clippers (9.14) - Putting Aside The “Fan Brain” (15.16) - Writing For HoopsWorld (28.13) - Winning Two PBWA Awards (33.24) - Working As A Capologist (46.18) - Transition From An Instructor To The General Manager Of SBC (58.59) - Managing More Than One Job At Once (1.10.50) - Predictions For The NBA Offseason Thanks For Listening!!

Sliwa started the show with the reports that if JJ Redick gets the Lakers head coaching job, he will be surrounded by an "experienced" staff. Plus, how can the Lakers keep keep up when the West gets tougher? Also, with Kyrie Irving playing so well for the Dallas Mavericks in the playoffs, did the Lakers "drop the ball" not trying to get him in a Lakers jersey? Sliwa talked about it. Then, Bleacher Reports' Eric Pincus gives his thoughts on what the Lakers should do in the offseason, with their roster and coaching job while also giving us the scoop on Bronny James. "Crunch Time" ended the show with talk on Gordon Hayward's weird beef with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacob and Nick are joined by Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report and Sports Business Classroom to discuss the Thunder's summer cap situation and how future moves will impact the team. Then, Jacob and Nick make their hot takes of the week! Be sure to donate to our charity drive for Safe Haven Animal Rescue! You can send money on Venmo to @Theuncontested or PayPal at theuncontestedsports@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anthony expands on a name Eric Pincus offered up in a pod with friend of the show Jovan Buha: Chris Paul. Whether it's him in particular or someone else, the Lakers have really missed having someone in the locker room who can hold everyone in it accountable. He also reacted to the Celtics-Pacers game and lost his mind over the entire league being mediocre and the Lakers not pushing their chips into the middle of the table. Subscribe to the Lakers Lounge for reports, rumors, analysis and highlights. https://t.co/dsuEHpPLDA To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What did the Mavericks do that was so radically different with Luka Doncic from Game 1? Eric Pincus from Bleacher Report and Sports Business Classroom stops by to discuss Game 2 between Oklahoma City and Dallas. Plus, the Cavs find a way to attack the Celtics and take Game 2. Follow @EricPincus. Sign up for Sports Business Classroom with code THINKING BASKETBALLwww.sportsbusinessclassroom.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinking-basketball/support

We dive into the Knicks, who now find themselves down another player, some of the big questions surrounding the Lakers, changes to the CBA and what the unintended consequences of them will be and more with guest Eric Pincus... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Willard and Dibs' full show from Wednesday, May 1st. The guys explain how the Warriors acquiring Kevin Durant this offseason is actually realistic and more. Plus, NBA salary cap expert Eric Pincus joins the show to break down what is possible for the Warriors this offseason. And Amin Elhassan pours cold water on the whole idea.

In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs explain why the Warriors need to be entertaining at the least, chat with NBA salary cap expert Eric Pincus about how realistic a Kevin Durant-to-the-Warriors trade is, and more.

Eric Pincus, NBA salary cap expert for Bleacher Report, joins Willard and Dibs to explain to us how the Warriors can possibly pull off a trade for Kevin Durant this offseason.

Eric Pincus talks about the Cavs' recent inconsistencies, the impact of Donovan Mitchell's injury on this team, the importance of matchup for this team in the playoffs, how hot the seat is for J.B. Bickerstaff, the team's decisions to come this offseason and more.

Jonathan and Dustin discuss the Guardians' approach under Stephen Vogt, Eric Pincus joins the show and more talk about what the Cavs' struggles mean for the postseason. 

This episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is from a previously recorded webinar on “How Teams Navigate the NBA Trade Deadline” hosted by Bobby Marks and Eric Pincus. Throughout the webinar, they discuss the ins and outs of the trade deadline, answer relevant questions from our live Q&A, and more!In this episode, Bobby and Eric discuss:The process of putting together a tradeTrade structure and permissible tradesThe impact of the new CBAExamples of current and past tradesBobby and Eric provide excellent insights on how front offices operate through one of the busiest times of the NBA Calendar.This webinar is an example of what students learn during the SBC Business of Basketball Immersive Experience. If you have any interest in attending the upcoming program taking place July 14-20, 2024 during the Las Vegas Summer, be sure to register as soon as possible as space is limited.Learn more: sportsbusinessclassroom.comFollow SBC: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | FacebookFollow Bobby Marks: LinkedIn | Instagram | TwitterFollow Eric Pincus: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter

NBA Analyst for BleacherReport.com, Eric Pincus joins Wake Up Call to discuss #AdrianGriffin being fired from the #Bucks and if star player Giannis Antetokounmpo had some say the decision; also discusses all of the contending teams in the Eastern Conference and how much he likes their chances come the playoffs. #NBA #FearTheDeer

On this episode of 'Inside The Mavs' I am joined by Bleacher Report NBA Insider & Capologist Eric Pincus. With the NBA trade deadline approaching on February 8th I discuss with Eric these various trade rumors and scenarios involving the Dallas Mavericks as they have been linked to several players including Kyle Kuzma, PJ Washington, Andrew Wiggins and others. We discuss the various contracts the Mavericks could use, the salary cap numbers and draft picks available to possibly make moves for the team to improve. Plus we examine the lens in which the team is looking through as it considers it moves in light of Luka Doncic's contract now and beyond. Plus he dives into what the trade market looks like and if the Mavericks are buyers at the NBA trade deadline and so much more!Be sure to follow me on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @KevinGraySports and subscribe to my YouTube Channel @KevinGraySports You can follow Eric on Twitter @EricPincus follow of his work for Bleacher Report!Download and subscribe to the 'Inside The Mavs' Podcast, the official Mavericks podcast of 97.1 The Freak wherever you get podcasts free, give it a five-star rating and write a review for the podcast!Inside The Mavs Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-the-mavs/id1687581495

12/28/23-Hour 2 Will the Chiefs win the AFC? Plus, how does a team manage to lose 27 straight games? Guest host Dan Schwartzman is joined by Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report. Please check out other RES productions: Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday  What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to our special CBA/Salary Cap Mini-pod with Cap expert Eric Pincus! We know we're called Beyond the Numbers but we dove into alot on this on! We discussed: Eric on becoming obsessed with the NBA 00:04:00Clippers outlook 00:08:24new contract numbers -00:21:21zach lavine contract and potential move to the lakers-00:27:42december and january extension eligible guys 00:45:36defining two way contracts 00:47:23thoughts on surprise moves and Daryl Morey 00:56:47favorite front offices 01:01:35thoughts on phoenix's moves with huge salaries 01:07:14learn about cba terms in 2 mins 01:17:00sports business classroom 01:20:22

Alex Kennedy is joined by Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero and NBA salary-cap guru Eric Pincus. Banchero discusses his Rookie-of-the-Year campaign, this year's Magic team, his one-two punch with Franz Wagner, his experience with Team USA, Victor Wembanyama (and whether we'll see a Paolo-Wemby rivalry), Patrick Beverley's recent comments about the Magic and more. Then, Pincus discusses how the new CBA is affecting teams, the NBA's new TV deal, the 2023-24 Lakers and much more. Download PrizePicks and use the promo code RUNNING for a 100% deposit match!

In an article by Eric Pincus on Bleacher Report, he writes about NBA duos that won't work with Spida Mitchell and DG being one of them. TRC's Relly Hall is here to tell you why their explosiveness supersedes their size and why this backcourt will work on this episode of the “That's Rather Cavalier” podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, or CJ McCollum being traded soon from the New Orleans Pelicans? Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report says there is a "zero percent change" that the Pels keep their core together after another season or two. Jake Madison breaks down the new CBA and explains why the Pelicans are in a salary cap crisis. Then, which of the core three guys is getting traded? Plus, it also gives us a hint at what the Pelicans may do in the draft.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, or CJ McCollum being traded soon from the New Orleans Pelicans? Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report says there is a "zero percent change" that the Pels keep their core together after another season or two. Jake Madison breaks down the new CBA and explains why the Pelicans are in a salary cap crisis. Then, which of the core three guys is getting traded? Plus, it also gives us a hint at what the Pelicans may do in the draft. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus talks NBA CBA, the Phoenix Suns salary cap situation and move they can make to get better this off-season. The PHNX Suns Podcast crew will also dive into Fred Van Vleet, Karl Anthony Towns and the Deandre Ayton/Portland Trail Blazers rumors. PLUS! More Suns coaching updates. 2:01 Eric Pincus joins the show 2:26 Pincus on where the suns are 4:20 Pincus on the new CBA 9:22 When everything starts 13:32 Pincus on CP3 trade options 22:11 What Pincus would do this off season if he controlled the situation 28:33 Biggest takeaways from what Eric Pincus said 34:00 Point Book? 51:00 The reaper strikes again 53:12 Coaching update 1:04:45 A message to DNVR and the Nuggets from Saul Bookman and Greg Esposito 1:07:10 Lindsey's Raptors story An ALLCITY Network Production WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS HERE: https://www.fubotv.com/phnx SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS PHNX: http://linktr.ee/phnxsports PHNX Events: Get your tickets to D-backs Takeovers, Knockout Nights & Suns Watch Parties at BetMGM, and MORE here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/phnx-560... Go to https://saturdayneon.com and use code PHNX for 10% off your order today. Free shipping for orders over $200! Gametime: Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code PHNX for $20 off your first purchase. Manscaped: Save 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code “PHNX” at Manscaped.com. BetMGM: Download the BetMGM app and sign-up using bonus code PHNX (betmgm.com/phnx). Swing for the Fences: https://promo.betmgm.com/en/promo/spo... 3-Ball Challenge: https://promo.betmgm.com/en/promo/3ba... Place a pre-game, moneyline wager in the amount of at least $10 on any market at standard odds price. You will receive $200 in Bonus Bets instantly regardless of the outcome of your wager! Just make sure you use bonus code PHNX when you sign up! Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (CO, DC, IL, IN, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY). Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS, NV), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI). Visit BetMGM.com for Terms & Conditions. US promotional offers not available in DC, Nevada, New York or Ontario. Pins & Aces: Check out pinsandaces.com and use code PHNX to receive 15% off your first order and get free shipping. Nutrl: Find Nutrl near you: https://www.nutrlusa.com/find-product Copyright 2023 NUTRL®. Distilled Spirits Specialty, Los Angeles, CA. 21+, enjoy Responsibly. Circle K: Text PHNX to 31310 to join the Circle K SMS subscriber club and get BOGO 32 oz Polar Pops! Head to https://www.circlek.com/store-locator to find Circle Ks near you! OGeez!: Learn more about OGeez! at https://ogeezbrands.com//. Must be 21 years or older to purchase. Four Peaks: Follow them on social @fourpeaksbrew & @fourpeakspub! Must be 21+. Enjoy responsibly. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Pincus, an NBA salary cap strategist, capologist, writer and instructor for the Sports Business Classroom and Bleacher Report joined Cyrus Saatsaz for a two part interview and in Part 2 the crew discuss why the NBA won't alleviate salary cap pressure for teams like the Golden State Warriors who draft successfully.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Eric Pincus, an NBA salary cap strategist, capologist, writer and instructor for the Sports Business Classroom and Bleacher Report joined Cyrus Saatsaz for a two part interview and in Part 1 the crew discuss the salary cap mess that the Golden State Warriors find themselves in and the difficult decisions they're going to need to make this offseason.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

FOX Sports Radio Weekend host George Wrighster is in for Rob, and he and Chris discuss the likelihood of the Los Angeles Lakers' trading for Kyrie Irving this upcoming offseason, tell us why this Miami Heat run is such a shock for basketball analysts and debate whether Jimmy Butler has put together a Hall of Fame resume. Plus, Bleacher Report NBA writer Eric Pincus checks in to discuss why he believes Kyrie will end up staying with the Dallas Mavericks, Darvin Ham's learning curve as a first-year head coach in the NBA, what makes the Denver Nuggets so dangerous and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob use the playoff-hopeful Portland Trail Blazers' decision to rest Damian Lillard and Jerami Grant following a series of travel delays is further proof that Load Management is killing the NBA, share their thoughts on Aaron Rodgers' infamous darkness retreat and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob's nightly bets. Plus, Bleacher Report NBA writer Eric Pincus swings by to discuss why he's optimistic about the Los Angeles Lakers ability to make the play-in, how Russell Westbrook fits with the Los Angeles Clippers, how Anthony Davis' relationship with LeBron James has evolved and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday's show was centered largely around a lineup choice Darvin Ham made against San Antonio that Lakers fans find particularly irksome, namely playing Dennis Schroder, Russell Westbrook and Pat Beverley at the same time. Three guards? Not necessarily a problem. THOSE three? A problem.In the comments of the YouTube section, many listeners/viewers felt Ham was being given too much leeway by the hosts (or one of them, at least). So with the news today that Lonnie Walker IV is getting very close to a return, and Austin Reaves is getting closer as well (and now having Anthony Davis available, and in a post-Rui Hachimura trade world), it all begs the question:With everyone healthy, who should be in Ham's rotation?So for Friday, it's a look at starting lineups, closing lineups, and the guys who will play and those who won't. At least not every game. Spoiler alert: Some guys who have played significant minutes, including some quality minutes, are likely to get squeezed. Some of the questions are related to Hachimura, and his ability to fit in defensively. What if he can, but what if he can't? What's the ripple effect? More importantly, Lakers fans and podcast hosts alike can all give their opinions about who ought to be playing or not, or whether THAT 3-guard lineup should ever see the light of day, again.What matters is Ham, and the choices he makes. Does he keep trotting out that trio, who played 12 minutes together on Wednesday?Meanwhile, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus reports that the Lakers are among the teams that would be interested in Toronto guard Fred VanVleet should the Raptors decide to make him available. Is he worth two first round picks? Man alive, that's a tough call, and gets to the heart of the questions facing Rob Pelinka and the Lakers about when to make a trade, and which players are worth pulling the trigger for (especially in relation to those picks).Finally, Thrusday marked the three-year anniversary of the tragic plane crash that killed Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gigi, and seven others. (Payton Chester, 13; Sarah Chester, 45; Alyssa Altobelli, 14; Keri Altobelli, 46; John Altobelli, 56; Christina Mauser, 38; and the helicopter's pilot, Ara Zobayan, 50.) On this day, we relay a couple of our favorite moments covering Kobe.HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: Who should be in Darvin Ham's rotation?SEGMENT 2: Is Fred VanVleet worth a pair of first rounders?SEGMENT 3: More on the rotation, plus remembering Kobe Bryant.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.PrizePicksFirst time users can receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100 with promo code LOCKEDON. That's PrizePicks.com – promo code; LOCKEDONLinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBAFanDuelMake Every Moment More. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet to get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Free Bets – win or lose! Visit Fanduel.com/LockedOn today to get startedFANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thursday's show was centered largely around a lineup choice Darvin Ham made against San Antonio that Lakers fans find particularly irksome, namely playing Dennis Schroder, Russell Westbrook and Pat Beverley at the same time. Three guards? Not necessarily a problem. THOSE three? A problem. In the comments of the YouTube section, many listeners/viewers felt Ham was being given too much leeway by the hosts (or one of them, at least). So with the news today that Lonnie Walker IV is getting very close to a return, and Austin Reaves is getting closer as well (and now having Anthony Davis available, and in a post-Rui Hachimura trade world), it all begs the question: With everyone healthy, who should be in Ham's rotation? So for Friday, it's a look at starting lineups, closing lineups, and the guys who will play and those who won't. At least not every game. Spoiler alert: Some guys who have played significant minutes, including some quality minutes, are likely to get squeezed. Some of the questions are related to Hachimura, and his ability to fit in defensively. What if he can, but what if he can't? What's the ripple effect? More importantly, Lakers fans and podcast hosts alike can all give their opinions about who ought to be playing or not, or whether THAT 3-guard lineup should ever see the light of day, again. What matters is Ham, and the choices he makes. Does he keep trotting out that trio, who played 12 minutes together on Wednesday? Meanwhile, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus reports that the Lakers are among the teams that would be interested in Toronto guard Fred VanVleet should the Raptors decide to make him available. Is he worth two first round picks? Man alive, that's a tough call, and gets to the heart of the questions facing Rob Pelinka and the Lakers about when to make a trade, and which players are worth pulling the trigger for (especially in relation to those picks). Finally, Thrusday marked the three-year anniversary of the tragic plane crash that killed Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gigi, and seven others. (Payton Chester, 13; Sarah Chester, 45; Alyssa Altobelli, 14; Keri Altobelli, 46; John Altobelli, 56; Christina Mauser, 38; and the helicopter's pilot, Ara Zobayan, 50.) On this day, we relay a couple of our favorite moments covering Kobe. HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky SEGMENT 1: Who should be in Darvin Ham's rotation? SEGMENT 2: Is Fred VanVleet worth a pair of first rounders? SEGMENT 3: More on the rotation, plus remembering Kobe Bryant. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. PrizePicks First time users can receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100 with promo code LOCKEDON. That's PrizePicks.com – promo code; LOCKEDON LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet to get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Free Bets – win or lose! Visit Fanduel.com/LockedOn today to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices