Ric offers more insight on why load management hasn't been effective in preventing injuries and addresses a recent debate on Larry Bird's worthiness as an all-time great three-point shooter.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses the impact of the Phoenix Suns' acquiring Kevin Durant vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves trading for point guard Mike Conley.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses the language used by GMs in trades, the people involved and what inspired the Dallas Mavericks to acquire the Brooklyn Nets' enigmatic guard, Kyrie Irving.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric shares who he voted for as All-Star starters and how he would improve the voting process. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses recent front-office changes by the Atlanta Hawks and what inspired them.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses the state of the Los Angeles Lakers and their relationship with star forward LeBron James.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses the Brooklyn Nets' surge in the Eastern Conference and the components that make them dangerous in more ways than one.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric takes stock of the NBA entering the New Year -- what is working, what isn't and how the league could make load management more palatable for fans.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses the public reaction to a digitally edited video that shows the Golden State Warriors' Steph Curry making five consecutive full-court shots.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses recent events and inside information about the Golden State Warriors as they attempt to move past internal strife to defend their NBA title.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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