#157 - Reaction to LeBron James signing with the Lakers
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss what LeBron James' decision to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers means for the NBA moving forward.Are the Lakers championship contenders as currently assembled? What other moves might they make this summer? Should we pencil the Celtics in as Eastern Conference champions? Does this reduce the Spurs' leverage in Kawhi Leonard trade negotiations?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
2 Juli 20181h 6min
#156 - Instant reaction to the first night of 2018 free agency
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) give their thoughts on the contracts doled out during the first night of 2018 free agency, including Paul George, Chris Paul and DeAndre Jordan. Was it a surprise to see George sign a 3+1 deal with the Thunder? Will the Rockets grow to regret giving Paul a four-year max? Which of the signings from the first night were the most questionable? Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
1 Juli 20181h 9min
#155 - Predicting where 2018's top free agents will sign
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) make their predictions for where the top names in the 2018 NBA free-agent class will wind up.Will LeBron James go to the Lakers if they can't get Paul George or Kawhi Leonard? Are the Rockets going to give Chris Paul his full five-year max? How much will the Pelicans spend to retain DeMarcus Cousins? Is DeAndre Jordan the Mavericks' best option at center? Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
29 Juni 20181h 18min
#154 - Where should LeBron James sign in free agency?
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down the pros and cons of each of LeBron James' likely free-agent landing spots this summer.If the Lakers sign LeBron, what other moves would they need to make to become championship contenders next season? Should the Sixers go all-out and trade for Kawhi Leonard to attract LeBron? Is it worth the risk for the Rockets to blow apart their team and trade for LeBron? What can the Cavaliers do to incentivize LeBron to stay?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
26 Juni 20181h 14min
#153 - Winners and losers of the 2018 NBA draft
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) break down which teams should be thrilled with their draft-night hauls and which teams should be feeling remorseful.Did the Atlanta Hawks get enough in return for Luka Doncic? Was Michael Porter Jr. worth the risk for the Denver Nuggets at No. 14? Did the Los Angeles Clippers reach too far on Jerome Robinson at No. 13? Will the Cleveland Cavaliers regret taking Collin Sexton at No. 8?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
22 Juni 20181h 21min
#152 - Discussing top 2018 NBA draft prospects with Ricky O'Donnell of SB Nation
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) are joined by Ricky O'Donnell (@SBN_Ricky) of SB Nation to discuss the top prospects in the 2018 NBA draft class.Would the Phoenix Suns be making a mistake if they take Deandre Ayton at No. 1? How far is Luka Doncic going to fall? Will Trae Young's offensive upside make up for his defensive limitations? Are draft experts sleeping on Wendell Carter Jr.'s ceiling?Check out the episode to hear Morten, Bryan and Ricky discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
17 Juni 201842min
#151 - Is Kawhi Leonard heading for a breakup with the Spurs?
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss possible Kawhi Leonard trade destinations in the wake of the report about him wanting out of San Antonio.If Leonard isn't willing to re-sign anywhere but L.A., how much should other teams be willing to offer for him? Is he destined to go to the Lakers? Would a superteam with Leonard, LeBron James and Paul George be able to defeat the Warriors next year? Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
15 Juni 201854min
#150 - What's next for the Cavaliers, Warriors, Rockets and Celtics?
In this episode of The NBA Podcast, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) and Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) discuss the biggest offseason questions for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets and Boston Celtics.If LeBron James leaves Cleveland, should the Cavaliers begin a fire sale? How should the Warriors round out their supporting cast? What would it take for the Rockets to land LeBron or Paul George this summer? How much should the Celtics pony up to retain Marcus Smart?Check out the episode to hear Morten and Bryan discuss all of that and more.Follow us on Twitter: @TheNBAPod
9 Juni 20181h 15min
