Wrapping Up the NBA Playoffs, Draft Chatter, Ranking LeBron Destinations

Schedule Highlights + The Decision Turns 10: Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha discuss the latest news in the NBA before highlighting the most important and most intriguing games during the eight-game finish to the regular season. Then, the guys reminisce on The Decision and how it impacted LeBron James' legacy, as well as the future of player movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

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Celtics Stay Alive, Lakers Postmortem + Could LeBron Actually Retire?: Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha talk about the NBA. by RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

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Early Season Takeaways, Adds, Drops and More: Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha talk about the NBA. by RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

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Most Interesting Lottery Teams, OKC's Plan, Giddey-Caruso Trade, Klay Thompson + Early 2024-25 MVP Market: Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha talk about the NBA. by RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

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All-NBA, Best Under 25 + Lakers-Nuggets Game 3: Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha discuss the 2019-20 All-NBA teams and what changes should be made in the future. Then, the guys react to the results of HoopsHype polling 15 NBA decision-makers about which under-25 players they'd choose to build around. Finally, the guys run through a few bold fantasy predictions for next season before recapping Game 3 between the Lakers and Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

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NBA Draft Lottery + Previewing the Conference Finals: Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha talk about the NBA. by RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

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Are We Getting a Jokic vs. Embiid Finals?: Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha talk about the NBA. by RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

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Mock Draft Roundup for the New Orleans Pelicans | Robert Horry on the NBA Finals: While host Jake Madison has been covering prospects the New Orleans Pelicans could be interested in taking 8th in the NBA Draft, it's time to look at who the experts have the Pelicans drafting. Jake takes a look at 11 Mock Drafts to see if there is a consensus on what the Pelicans need. Plus, NBA Champion Robert Horry talks about the Warriors and Celtics in the NBA Finals. #pelicans #nbadraft #nba Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Check out PrizePicks.com and use promo code: “NBA” or go to your app store and download the app today. PrizePicks is daily fantasy made easy! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Rock Auto Amazing selectio by Locked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Pelicans

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Russell Westbrook Could Be A Laker Again Next Season. Plus, Going "Year to Year" with LeBron: After news that Phil Jackson was advising the Lakers on who to hire as the team's next head coach was a topic of conversation, reports that some people connected to the team might not be happy about it. Is it LeBron James/Rich Paul, who have clashed with Jackson before? Rob Pelinka? Agents? Other players? Why is it problematic that the Lakers seem to have so many important voices who aren't on the payroll? And oh, by the way, Jackson is reportedly a big Russell Westbrook fan. Might his involvement increase the chances Westbrook returns? Because Lakers fans should understand there's a very real possibility Westbrook could return next season. The Lakers might find it hard to move him in a deal that doesn't hurt them, first and foremost, and if he's back it makes sense (or could) to try and make things work on the court before just paying him to go away. Westbrook might have a vested interest in by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Lakers, Heat Take 3-1 Leads, Suns Rally Back + All-Defensive Teams Announced: Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha talk about the NBA. by RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

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Would Kyrie Irving Give Up $30M to Join the Lakers? Plus, the Importance of Kendrick Nunn...: Wednesday, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski laid out more reporting around Kyrie Irving and his standoff with the Brooklyn Nets. Irving's only realistic path (at least currently) to the Lakers is one that requires him to opt out of his contract, leave over $36 million on the table, and instead sign with the Lakers for just over $6 million. No player has ever left that much money unclaimed. it's worth noting that Irving lost out on $17 million or so last season by not getting vaccinated and missing games, and also tens of millions via a lost sponsorship with Nike. So does that mean he's an unpredictable loose cannon who would do even the most unusual, unprecedented things around his finances? Or does it mean he's more incentivized to gets some of that cash back? Meanwhile, Kendrick Nunn picked up his $5.2 million option this week, no surprise since it's exactly what he said he'd do during his exit int by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Finals Recap + 2021 NBA Title Odds: Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha and James Anderson to recap Sunday night's title-clinching Game 6 for the Lakers, as well as the Finals as a whole. Then, the guys take a look at the early 2021 NBA Title odds and throw out their best bets, stay-aways and teams to monitor for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

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Report: Lakers Acquire Washington Forward Rui Hachimura for Three 2nd Round Picks, Kendrick Nunn: With the Lakers showing real signs of life through major adversity following the disastrous 2-10 start, fans (and players, surely) have been hoping the front office would come through with some help for a roster of game-but-limited guys? For LeBron James, who has been balling out to keep the team afloat in the absence of Anthony Davis? Especially now that Davis could be back over the next week or so? Monday, the Lakers pulled the trigger, reportedly agreeing to send Kendrick Nunn and three second round picks to the Washington Wizards for forward Rui Hachimura, the 9th pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Is it a good deal? One that can move the needle for the Lakers as they try to climb back into the playoff race? Well, if nothing else, it's a good balancing of the roster. The Lakers need size and athleticism up front (with some scoring punch) much more than they need Nunn, especially once Austin R by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Looking at the Timberwolves' intriguing undrafted player signings ahead of Summer League: The Minnesota Timberwolves have reportedly agreed to terms with four undrafted players who will appear in Las Vegas Summer League. A couple of them have intriguing NBA potential and have played professionally over the past year, including Phillip Wheeler and Kevon Harris. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down their profiles as players and what their upside might be at the NBA level. Also, a peek at free agency and how much cap space the Wolves could have as NBA free agency kicks off later this week. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Check out PrizePicks.com and use promo code: “NBA” or go to your app store and download the app today. PrizePicks is daily fantasy made easy! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with by Locked On Wolves - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Timberwolves

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NBA Best Bets Workshop | Thur Feb 16: Sean and Joe break down Thursday's best bets across the Association by BUCKETS

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LeBron James, Russell Westbrook and Wenyen Gabriel(!) Fuel Lakers' OT win over Toronto Raptors: HOLY HELL!!! The Lakers got one of their best wins of the season, very shorthanded, even by their standards, in Toronto against a quality Raptors squad. And from the opening tip, the energy in this game felt different. From the Lakers actually putting points on the board early... to all nine guys who stepped on the court making strong contributions... to Wenyen freakin' Gabriel having a career night... this was as strong as this team has looked in quite some time. Russell Westbrook had a triple-double and went from fourth quarter goat to hero in the span of just a matter of seconds. And LeBron James was incredible. 36 points. Nine rebounds. Seven assists. Two awesome weakside blocks. Tons of tone-setting energy and theatricality. What this means for the Lakers moving forward... who knows? Really. Truly. Don't bother trying to guess. Just enjoy the night, because it was a ton of fun. Hosts: by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Can the Knicks get revenge on the Raptors? Previewing New York's three January games vs. Toronto: Alex and Gavin are joined by Sean Woodley, host of Locked On Raptors, to get the lowdown on Toronto's season thus far before the Knicks kick off a stretch of three January games against the Raptors. What are the implications of the Raptors' slow start on their roster and coach? Will they be sellers at the deadline? Will the Knicks get their redemption for Pascal Siakam's 52-point game last month? And more! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… ? https://link.chtbl.com/LOKnicks?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More ? https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 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. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever befor by Locked On Knicks - Daily Podcast On The New York Knicks

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Can the Lakers Get Value in a Russell Westbrook Deal? (Guest: Jovan Buha, Part II): In Part I of our conversation with Jovan Buha of The Athletic, we covered the LeBron James and Anthony Davis core, how viable it is, and what the Lakers might do to improve the supporting cast around them this summer. Central to that is the future of Russell Westbrook. Part II starts there. First and foremost, Jovan doesn't think the Lakers can bring Westbrook back, at least in a basketball playing capacity. If he's on the roster, the Lakers pay him to stay away. So that leaves a trade. What is realistic? Could the Lakers get Indiana to trade Malcolm Brogdon and Buddy Hield to LA? Would that cost them both of their available first round picks? Would that be worth it? What about the head coach? Whatever identity the team forges moving forward will come, at least in part, from the influence of the guy on the sidelines. Could the Lakers land a big fish like Nick Nurse? What about Quin Snyder or Doc Rivers by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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It's Draft Day! + Breaking Down the Big Ten Women's Basketball Schedule with Jacob Rude by Locked On Big 10 – Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast

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Farewell to Alec Burks and Nerlens Noel as they pave the way for the Knicks to sign Jalen Brunson: Alex and Gavin react to the trade that sent Alec Burks and Nerlens Noel to Detroit, freeing enough cap space for the Knicks to make their run at Jalen Brunson in NBA free agency; react to Mitchell Robinson's rumored new contract; decide if Brunson taking meetings with the Mavericks and Heat is something to be worried about; and finally react to the Dejounte Murray trade from the Spurs to the Hawks and talk about whether the Knicks should have met the price that Atlanta gave up for Murray. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Check out PrizePicks.com and use promo code: “NBA” or go to your app store and download the app today. PrizePicks is daily fantasy made easy! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season wit by Locked On Knicks - Daily Podcast On The New York Knicks

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What's the best-case scenario for the Knicks next season if RJ Barrett and Jalen Brunson take leaps?: Alex and Gavin get into your September mailbag questions: -What's the Knicks' ceiling if RJ Barrett and Jalen Brunson take leaps? -Who of the current young Knicks could play the "Derek Jeter" role going forward? -Who would make up the Knicks' all-time Fantastic Four (powers included)? 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. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Knicks - Daily Podcast On The New York Knicks

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Knicks Clearing Space for Jalen Brunson? + Dallas Mavericks NBA Draft Questions: The Dallas Mavericks head into the 2022 NBA Draft without a pick and the New York Knicks are reportedly clearing cap space for Jalen Brunson. Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit) and Isaac Harris (@IsaacLHarris) discuss the rumors that the Knicks are going after Jalen Brunson in Free Agency. Then, just because Dallas doesn't have a draft pick doesn't mean they won't do anything at the Draft. Could the Mavs find a way back into the Draft? What is Josh Green's role on the team next year? Could they hit a "reset" on Josh Green in some way during the Draft? Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Locked On Mavericks Follow/Subscribe Anywhere: linktr.ee/LockedOnMavs Follow Locked On NBA: linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Arcade1up — Bring home a slam dunk. Introducing NBA JAM: Shaq Edition from Arcade1Up. Pre-order now to play with lege by Locked On Mavericks - Daily Podcast On The Dallas Mavs

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Rainin J's Ep. 37: Draft Preview with Kevin O'Connor: The NBA draft is about a month away and the Celtics have a 8 picks to play with. So... what do they do with them all? We brought in NBA draft expert Kevin O'Connor to get his take on who to take at 3, 16, and 23. We also re-draft the draft that hasn't ... by Locked On Celtics - Daily Podcast On The Boston Celtics

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Fastbreak Breakfast S4 Ep. 36 "RJ's Letter and the Ballad of the 10th Pick": S4 Ep. 36 "RJ's Letter and the Ballad of the 10th Pick" Keith, Jon and Chuck are back in the same room looking at the fallout from the draft and dreaming about free agency and the machinations of the Lakers. And they also celebrate making it through a... by Fastbreak Breakfast NBA Podcast

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Should the Lakers Trade Russell Westbrook (and stuff)for Rudy Gobert? Plus, LeBron James as NBA Owner?: On Thursday's show, it was time to review some of the street free agents the Lakers have brought into the building to get a look, and see if they'd be a fit somewhere on the roster for next season. Friday, it's a deeper look into the challenge of improving the team via free agency. Jovan Buha at The Athletic has a list of potential free agents, along with needs. But how many of the players who could make an impact would actually be available? Is it more important to find a player at a different position, or retain Malik Monk? And how about this for a hypothetical: Russell Westbrook (and likely some stuff) for Utah's Rudy Gobert, who has been the subject of trade rumors this week. Likely Utah feels they could do better (can't blame them) but are there any reasons the Lakers, or Lakers fans, would hesitate to add The Stifle Tower, who has DPOY potential on a yearly basis, but also has by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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NBA Futures Draft: How High Do The Knicks Go?: Do the Knicks have one of the 15 best futures in the NBA? In this episode, Alex Wolfe and Gavin Schall are joined by former NBA employee and Locked On Nets Host Marcus Barahal to discuss just that and continue their NBA Futures drafts based on teams' current rosters, head coach, front office, cap situation, free agency appeal and every other factor you can think of. Also in this episode does the Suns' recent run of success place them ahead of the Cavs young core? And much more! 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. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! #Knicks #NewYorkKnicks #NBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Knicks - Daily Podcast On The New York Knicks

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More Reports of Tension Between Russell Westbrook and the Lakers Raise All Sorts of Questions: Well, those 36-ish hours of basking in the glow of LeBron James' brilliance on Saturday against the Warriors was fun... but now it's back to the real world, where things just ain't much fun. New reports from Woj and Marc Stein detail conflict within the franchise over Russell Westbrook. Which, of course, isn't necessarily a new development, but one gets a sense that it's growing more magnified. Some important folks are pushing for Russ to come off the bench, with Frank Vogel apparently the biggest obstacle, for #BasketballReasons. Westbrook is apparently not paying his coach's loyalty back through receptiveness and positivity during film sessions. And all of this raises the question of why the Lakers didn't pay a few extra bucks to add Scott Brooks, who has a longstanding and strong relationship with Russ, onto Vogel's staff. Then again, how the Lakers spend their money is often reason to s by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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LeBron Reportedly Likes Mark Jackson as a New Coach. Would the Lakers Hire him?: As we all settle into the Lakers' offseason, big questions - and there are many - rumors and reports are already circulating about the direction the team might go in replacing Frank Vogel. One nugget reported by Sam Amick at The Athletic? LeBron James would be interested in the Lakers hiring former Warriors/current ESPN broadcaster Mark Jackson. Now, this is highly unikely (Jackson was a rumored candidate after the Lakers canned Luke Walton, and even when the Cavs fired David Blatt), but the concept raises interesting questions about how the Lakers need to approach the coaching search. Because while Jackson is hardly the perfect candidate, that guy doesn't exist. It's very unlikely the Lakers will have access to the creme de la creme of uber-elite coaching options. So they need to be very clear on what they want, why, and who can deliver on their top priorities. From there, they have to match that coach wi by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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TRADER TROY IS BACK! Detroit Pistons Trade For Nerlens Noel And Alec Burks From The New York Knicks!: Trader Troy Weaver has returned after the Detroit Pistons trade with the New York Knicks for Nerlens Noel and Alec Burks, sending no players in return to New York to help clear space for them to go after Jalen Brunson. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Check out PrizePicks.com and use promo code: “NBA” or go to your app store and download the app today. PrizePicks is daily fantasy made easy! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Arcade1up Pre-order now from arcade1up.com - that’ by Locked On Pistons - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Pistons

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Colangelogate + Finals Preview: Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha reminisce about Rasho Nesterovic, sort through the details of Bryan Colangelo's alleged burner accounts, recap the Game 7s in both conferences, and preview the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

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