Points in the Podcast

The Damian Lillard Trade ... Because What Else Would We Talk About?

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney do what every NBA podcast must ... talk about the blockbuster Damian Lillard trade. After discussing the upcoming start of training camp around the league (3:00) and the previous Tyler Herro rumors (5:36) in their weekly bullet points. 
Then ... IT'S DAME TIME!
-  All the moving pieces (14:46)
-  Portland's return/what do they get for Jrue Holiday (16:04)
-  Suns' return (29:14)
-  What it means for Milwaukee (37:56)
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Damian Lillard and Zach LaVine Trade Talk, Southwest Division Digest, More

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney begin the show by discussing a recent rumor about the Chicago Bulls joining the Damian Lillard sweepstakes (2:51). The two also speculate some other big names that could enter the trade market after Woj's recent comments on ESPN (18:50) before wrapping up their weekly bullet points. 
Finally, the show continues its division previews by taking a closer look at the Southwest Division in the Western Conference:
- Memphis Grizzlies (31:00)
- New Orleans Pelicans (40:38) 
- Dallas Mavericks (49:00)
- Houston Rockets (57:30)
- San Antonio Spurs (1:07:22)
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Southeast Division Digest: What to Know About Heat, Hawks, Magic, Wizards, Hornets

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney start the show off by looking at the NBA's new rules regarding load management (5:07), Team USA's plan for revenge at the 2024 Olympics (13:56), and more in their weekly bullet points. 
The two then move on to talking about the Southeast division for the latest edition of Division Digests, where they share one headline and four front-page storylines for each team heading into the 2023-24 season. 
- Miami Heat (19:42)
- Atlanta Hawks (33:15)
- Orlando Magic (47:16)
- Washington Wizards (58:50)
- Charlotte Hornets (1:10:50)
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Atlantic Division Digest: Key Storylines for Celtics, 76ers, Knicks, Nets, and Raptors

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney begin the show by discussing Christian Wood's (unsurprising) signing with the Los Angeles Lakers (3:17). The two then briefly discuss Danny Green's return to Philly and what Trey Murphy's injury means for the Pelicans (9:12). 
Finally, the two continue their Division Digest series by taking a closer look at a competitive Atlantic Division! 
- Celtics (23:50)
- 76ers (35:38)
- Knicks (43:50)
- Nets (53:14)
- Raptors (1:01:05) 
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Division Digest: Biggest Storylines for Every Central Division Team Heading Into 2023-24

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney discuss Team USA's 3-0 start (2:12), Ben Simmons' comments (10:02), and more as part of their weekly bullet points. Then, they officially begin their first division preview! Named the Division Digest, the two picked a headline and four key storylines for each squad in the Central Division. Each week will feature a new division! 
- Chicago Bulls (19:58)
- Milwaukee Bucks (34:53)
- Cleveland Cavaliers (40:57)
- Indiana Pacers (47:08)
- Detroit Pistons (52:20)
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Adam Silver Puts His Foot Down, Giannis’ Comments, Which NBA Players Are in the FIBA World Cup? More

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney start this week's episode off by discussing James Harden's hefty fine from Adam Silver (4:13). The two then begrudgingly discuss Damian Lillard again (11:14) before touching on the Lonzo Ball vs. Stephen A. Smith drama (20:08). They wrap up weekly bullet points by filling you in on Giannis Antetokounmpo's surprising comments in a NY Times article (25:40)
Finally, the two make sure you know the biggest NBA names on each of the FIBA World Cup rosters (37:07)
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The Annoying James Harden Saga, NBA Schedule Release(!), Do Rivalries Exist Anymore? More

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney walk through their weekly bullet points, first praising the recent Hall of Fame inductees (5:02) before ... well ... not praising anything that James Harden has done (17:03). They then discuss the risk Boston took by adding Kristaps Prozingis (31:35) and dive into some of the marquee games on the NBA's schedule this season (40:58)
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Let’s Talk Some Big Extensions, Toronto Buzz, and Whether OKC/NOP Can Make the Jump

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney celebrate Elias' ability to avoid injury in his most recent rec league game before diving into the weekly bullet points. The two discuss extensions for Anthony Davis and Josh Hart (3:55), the buzz around Pascal Siakam (18:41), Team USA (30:30), and more. 
Afterward, Elias wraps up the show by talking about why the Oklahoma City Thunder (34:30) and New Orleans Pelicans (45:28) could jump up the West standings this season if all goes right. 
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Let’s Talk the NBA Yelling at Damian Lillard and Whether the Pacers/Magic Can Make a Jump

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney recap this week's storylines (Spoiler Alert: there aren't many) before talking a bit about the NBA's league-wide memo about Damian Lillard's trade request. The two then break down why the Indiana Pacers and Orlando Magic could be the most likely rebuilding teams in the East to make a postseason appearance this season. 
- Weekly Bullet Points (1:40)- NBA Yells at Damian Lillard (16:10)- Indiana Pacers' Rebuild (28:53)- Orlando Magic's Rebuild (37:10)
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Let’s Talk About Jaylen Brown’s Supermax, Who has the Most to Prove in the West, and More

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney start the show off with some weekly bullet points, including sending some well wishes to Bronny James (3:05) and discussing Jaylen Brown's supermax extension with the Boston Celtics. (6:45). Then, the two give their Top-4 teams with the most to prove in the Western Conference.
- Los Angeles Clippers (27:47)
- Phoenix Suns (32:40)
- New Orleans Pelicans (37:35)
- Dallas Mavericks (41:30)
- Golden State Warriors Honorable Mention (45:43)
As always, thanks for listening!
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