Show Notes
Nate and Danny Leroux discuss Brandin Podziemski’s extension, the Knicks’ negotiations with Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart, and the latest developments in the Lakers’ ownership dispute. They also examine preseason injuries and rotation decisions around the league, the Spurs’ three-guard lineup, NBA expansion and the league’s European plans, and the debate over Portland’s firing of announcer Braiden Bell. Timestamps 0:00 — Brandin Podziemski’s extension and Golden State’s long-term flexibility. 7:43 — Karl-Anthony Towns’ extension negotiations. 13:23 — Josh Hart’s contract situation and the Knicks’ roster outlook. 15:14 — The Buss siblings’ response in the Lakers’ ownership dispute. 18:01 — Lakers injuries and the competition for starting spots. 19:34 — Injury updates around the league. 22:56 — Ben Simmons’ preseason return and Maxime Raynaud’s injury in Sacramento. 24:37 — San Antonio’s injuries and the potential Fox–Castle–Harper starting lineup. 29:14 — Utah’s frontcourt injuries and their impact on the rotation. 32:02 — Bulls and Hornets injuries, roster moves, and preseason developments. 34:28 — Kyrie Irving’s return and Santi Aldama’s injury in Dallas. 35:58 — Raptors, Wizards, and 76ers injury updates. 38:04 — Jonathan Isaac’s status and Anthony Black’s extension outlook. 39:25 — NBA expansion: Las Vegas, Seattle, and the potential timeline. 40:56 — NBA Europe and negotiations with the EuroLeague. 42:03 — Braiden Bell’s firing: Portland’s decision, the reporting, and accountability in public-facing jobs.
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