On today's pod Shwin and Prez discuss Julius Randle's defensive nonchalance, signs of confusion over Thibs' direction continue to mount, why the FO must bear the brunt if things go sour and remain averse to change, Pelicans struggles on defense, what to make of the frisky early season exploits of Utah and Portland, how Dallas is asking too much of Luka, and much more!

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