Logan and Raja are joined by prolific Sports Illustrated writer Howard Beck to reminisce on the era of coach trash talk in the early to late 2000s (2:00). Along the way, they discuss the reasons the Utah Jazz are exceeding expectations this season and what the hot start means for their draft odds (13:00). Later, the guys unpack the underwhelming early-season records of the Warriors and Clippers (30:00). Finally, they talk about the undefeated Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis as a generational talent (41:00).

Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell

Guest: Howard Beck

Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah

Production Assistant: Kai Grady

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