One Big Question for Every Eastern Conference Team! Plus, Ballmer Apology and Kawhi to the Raptors!
The Zach Lowe ShowShow Notes
Zach is joined by Michael Pina to recap Steve Ballmer’s apology letter and put a bow on the entire Clippers saga. Then, they run through every team in the Eastern Conference and ask one big question for each.
(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!
(1:28) Michael Pina joins the show!
(2:02) Final thoughts on the Clippers
(9:43) Toronto Raptors
(14:02) Boston Celtics
(17:25) Philadelphia 76ers
(21:09) Brooklyn Nets
(24:37) New York Knicks
(29:24) Miami Heat
(32:51) Atlanta Hawks
(37:01) Washington Wizards
(41:39) Orlando Magic
(46:33) Charlotte Hornets
(51:38) Indiana Pacers
(57:02) Detroit Pistons
(1:03:18) Cleveland Cavaliers
(1:07:47) Chicago Bulls
(1:13:59) Milwaukee Bucks
Host: Zach Lowe
Guest: Michael Pina
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