Below the Rim Podcast

Welcome back to another episode of the Below the Rim Podcast. This week, the starting five got together to debrief on all things NBA cup, including a draft of our own starting five from the semi-final candidates.

Jacob got on his soap box and did a deep dive in how different western conference teams demonstrate that success goes beyond talent, and the importance of organizational vision from top to bottom.

Last, the crew chats our NBA (and broader) Christmas wishes. We explore trades, trends, and music(?). Happy holidays to all

On this week's episode, the starting five takes a look back on the season so far and focuses on some things we think are both real and important. Focus is on:

• Rockets
• 76ers
• NBA Cup as a real thing
• Memphis Grizzlies

We also take an opportunity to give flowers to guys that we've really enjoyed watching so far this year.

Brian gets on the first ever recurring "get on his soapbox" segment of the week and gives another deep dive on defense

We end with a draft of bench guys and put together our starting fives that we'd like to see mix it up for the king of the bench. Draft results:

• Brian: Scottie Pippen Jr., Onyeka Okungwu, Malik Monk, Kris Middleton, TJ Mcconell,
• Jacob: Prichard, Tari, Deni, Vassell, Jay Huff
• Ian: Amen Thompson, Bobby Portis, Naz Reid, Jonathan Kuminga, Russell Westbrook,
• Michael: Ayo Dosunmu, De’Andre Hunter, Gerschon Yabusele (the tushy), Jonas Valacunius, Jordan Clarkson,
• Alex: Alex Caruso, Jared McCain, Santi Aldama, Buddy Hield, Daniel Gafford,

In this weeks episode, the starting five get together with our holiday potluck of topics. We spend time giving Nikola Jokic his flowers, and explore where we mind end up on the list of all time greats. We next do a deep dive into the 2017, 2018, and 2019 NBA drafts and do a re-drafting exercise. Last, we hit the court room to play defense attorney for the reputation of some of our least favorite NBA players: Zach Lavine, James Harden, Trae Young.

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In this weeks episode, the starting five get together to do some quick hitters on the recent NBA action. The team gets into the quality of the NBA cup action to date, what we've liked, and why we think it might be (somewhat) working. We then explore what we'd like to see changed, including continue to brainstorm some wacky ideas to make it more engaging for organizations, players, and fans.

Next we will do our first snake draft of our favorite NBA moments. Interested a taking a peak at the moments? Here's the results:

• Alex: Malice at the Palace, Kobe & Shaq Lob vs. Blazers, Lebron Chase Down Block, Jordan 3pt Shrug
• Brian: Jordan 1998 Game 6 Steal & Winner, Jrue Holiday Strip and Alley-oop to Giannis to seal game 5, Aaron Gordon vs. Zach Lavine Dunk Contest, Big Baby Davis Dominates and Drools
• Jacob: Steph Double Bang Game Winner, D Wade "This is my house", Derrick Rose Obliterates Dragic, 2002 WCF Kings v Lakers "the fix is in"
• Ian: Lebron James "The Decision", Linsanity, Steph Curry/Riley Curry Interview, 2019 Kawhi Leonard Buzzer Beater
• Michael: Klay 60 point Barrage on 11 Dribbles, 2009 ECR1 Bulls vs. Celtics, Dr J. Up and Under, Steph Curry Olympics Night Night

On this week of Below the Rim, the team got together to do a little "buy", "buy-if", and "never buy" (also known as sell) of early season NBA trends. We debate:

• Topic #1: Ant, SGA, and Tatum are better served with the improved number of 3pt field goals they are taking per game. They're more impactful players, and their team is better off with the increased frequencyTopic #2: The Phoenix Suns are true NBA contenders AND KD can be the best player on a championship team
• Topic #3: Any NBA rookie will play meaningful minutes in the playoffs this year
• Topic #4: The Indiana Pacers of this year are the Charlotte Hornets
• Topic #5: Cade Cunningham is making the leap and will end the season as a top 20 NBA player

Alex & Brian give there basketball takes, with a deep dive into what we'd like to see from Tyrese Haliburton and how we would like to see defense talked about more broadly.

Lastly, the team pitched Adam Silver Jr. on what they'd like to see different in the NBA, and we crown our first segment winner.

First ever episode of the Below the Rim podcast.

Explore how depth plays a roll in regular season and post season success, with a focus on different team performances.

• Starting Hot: Thunder, Warriors, Celtics, Cavs
• Not Sure Yet: Rockets, Kings
• Are We Freaking Out?: Bucks, Nuggets 76ers

Discuss the guys and arena experience(s) we can't quit.

Make bold predictions for the year.

Thanks for listening and watching!