Ric examines the longevity goals of quarterback Tom Brady and the NBA's LeBron James and how Brady's reported retirement exposes the dilemma James will soon face -- if he isn't facing it already.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric examines Bucks guard Grayson Allen's flagrant foul on Bulls guard Alex Caruso and how their images and reputations informed the public and media reaction to it.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses comments made by Steph Curry about his recent shooting struggles and LeBron James on his recent shooting excellence.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses back-to-back losses by the Lakers and Warriors to the Indiana Pacers and how their treatment points up the impossible position Lakers coach Frank Vogel finds himself. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses recent comments by several notable NBA players touting Kyrie Irving as one of the all-time great point guards in the history of the league.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric reveals his 10 All-Star starters and discusses the challenge facing NBA coaches in filling out the remaining 14 roster spots this season.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses superstar guard Steph Curry's recent shooting slump and what it means for the Golden State Warriors.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses Kyrie Irving's first game this season and what it means for the Brooklyn Nets going forward.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses the Chicago Bulls' rise to the top of the Eastern Conference.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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Ric discusses why, with NBA teams scrambling to replace Covid-positive players, certain NBA vets are landing 10-day contracts and others are not getting a call.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends.
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