Hoops Corner

It's the middle of August and there's nothing happening in the NBA. Melo was the last major free agent to sign so we show Melo some love (2:02) and finally get around to talking about Dwight Howard (13:10), and where his career has ended up. Then we move on to discussing who we think will be major breakout players next year (23:06)! Hint, there's so much wingspan and potential about young players here!

We bring on special guest Jugo to continue our expansion draft protections. We put ourselves into the shoes of executives and decide which 3 players from each team we want to protect in case of an expansion draft. It really put us to the test, evaluating team's contracts, cultures, and chemistry. We finish off the Western Conference with some heated debates in Houston and LA!

We bring on special guest Jugo to continue our expansion draft protections. We put ourselves into the shoes of executives and decide which 3 players from each team we want to protect in case of an expansion draft. It really put us to the test, evaluating team's contracts, cultures, and chemistry. We finish off the Western Conference with some heated debates in Houston and LA!

We bring on special guest Jugo to try out a new exercise. We put ourselves into the shoes of executives and decide which 3 players from each team we want to protect in case of an expansion draft. It really put us to the test, evaluating team's contracts, cultures, and chemistry. First up, the Eastern Conference!

We bring on special guest Jugo to try out a new exercise. We put ourselves into the shoes of executives and decide which 3 players from each team we want to protect in case of an expansion draft. It really put us to the test, evaluating team's contracts, cultures, and chemistry. First up, the Eastern Conference!

0:30 -- Holy crap, Kawhi Leonard is actually a Raptor!

13:40 -- Why do the Rockets want Carmelo over Ariza?

22:04 -- Isaiah got the bench, not a Brinks truck

26:30 -- Jabari tells the world he's coming home

32:20 -- Marcus Smart's lunchpale is worth $52 million

35:27 -- LOL Bjelica and Ferrell bailed on their teams for the Kings

38:20 -- VC says it's not ova!

41:14 -- More LOL because Raps fans want a DeMar statue

The guys finally talk about the World Cup finals. Controversial calls, new young and impressive players, underdogs pushing the powerhouses to the edge, this World Cup tournament will be one for the ages!

Back to the hardwood for today's discussions!

- Who has most impressed you at this year's Vegas Summer League? (2:35)

- Biggest disappointment? (21:00)

- DeMarcus Cousins signs with the Warriors (26:45)

- What will the Western conference look like now (31:45)

- What the hell is happening with Kawhi Leonard (37:30)

- Charlotte, why would you want Tony Parker (41:40)

The guys bring in special guest, Dave Pereira, to preview the quarter finals of the World Cup. Can Uruguay get it done without Cavani, or will England actually make it to the semis this time?!

France vs. Uruguay (1:30)

Belgium vs. Brazil (5:15)

Sweden vs. England (15:15)

Russia vs. Croatia (19:20)

On today's episode, the guys go back to the hardwood and the Twitterverse, discussing free agent signings over the first 24 hours of free agency.

0:30 - LeBron James has a thrown in Hollywood

10:15 - PG13 Rating is Loyal

17:40 - Chris Paul schemes to make sure he gets paid late

25:46 - Lance and JaVale!

31:07 - Who really wants Dwight Howard now

34:40 - Raptors News! FVV re-signs with the Raps

33:50 - Hezonja joins the Knicks to re-vitalize his career

40:30 - Kawhi-saga continues