The Thunder are champs, but the league isn't standing still—Andrew unpacks how teams like the Rockets, Suns, and Celtics are reshaping their rosters in response. From KD’s move to Houston to the Celtics signaling a possible teardown, it’s a breakdown of the NBA’s shifting landscape. He dives into injuries, and how modern training, AAU culture, and faster gameplay are impacting athlete durability across the league. Off the court, we’ve got a “crazy” forgotten mascot, jersey design misfires, and an environmental video that starts with a single bag of Cheetos, before wrapping up with new music recommendations.

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