Zach discusses Joel Embiid's recent comments about his future in Philadelphia, and talks Lakers outlook with ESPN's Dave McMenamin. Then (52:51) ESPN's Michael Schwartz -- research guru and lifelong Suns fan -- joins to talk the revamped Suns title chances. 

McMenamin

Embiid opening the door to leave Philly (1:05)

Embiid’s playoff history (14:17)

How good will the Lakers be? (20:16)

LeBron is returning (24:29)

We are not far off from seeing players make a million dollars per game (28:58)

Anthony Davis extension looming (35:27)

Starting five (40:26)

Offense needs to be better (45:15)

Schwartz (52:51)

Air of skepticism around Suns (56:23)

Should be a Top 3 offense (1:01:33)

Ayton is the key to the defense (1:06:51)

Starting lineup (1:13:08)

Are you excited about this all-in team? Do you miss the homegrown feel of Bridges and Johnson? (1:15:34)

Need more consistency from Ayton (1:17:50)

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