Predictions for Western Conference win totals and final standings.

Predictions for Eastern Conference win totals and final standings.

The Damian Lillard trade finally happens! We break down all teams involved, the possible crisis for the NBA that was avoided, the Jrue Holiday trade that quickly followed, and the trend of teams going "all-in" for short title windows.

Nabil Butros joins me to discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' dramatic post-deadline turnaround and Western Conference Finals run, their level-headed approach to the offseason, and their strong odds at winning the title next season.

Our first ever slate of Cake's Takes! We react to Jabari Smith's stellar play and Chet Holmgren's pedestrian performance at Summer League, we dive into the Porzingis trade and what it means for Boston's flexibility going forward, and we have our obligatory discussion about Damian Lillard and how he'll ultimately end up in Miami. 

We discuss the positive impact the new CBA will have on team building, the opening days of NBA free agency, and James Harden's trade request.

Lightning struck the Golden State Warriors in 2009 when Stephen Curry fell to them, but it was the careful maneuvering in the years that followed that created a perennial championship contender. We walk through the timeline of the Warriors dynasty and discuss the impact of the Chris Paul trade.