On this episode Mike & Jason discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' impressive start to the season, the resurgence of Darius Garland, and the overall landscape of the Eastern Conference. They also touch on the impact of injuries and load management on player performance and team dynamics, while engaging in a fun trivia game inspired by the election night. Mike & Jason hit on the current state of various NBA teams, focusing on the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo's future, the potential of the Phoenix Suns, and the impressive defensive performance of the Oklahoma City Thunder. They also analyze the struggles of the Denver Nuggets, the Utah Jazz's injury woes, and the promising young talent of the Houston Rockets.

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