The Tough Watch Podcast

Dan and Rikki are back and ready to begin the offseason podcast slate. This begins with the 2022 NBA Draft Preview. This was recorded shortly before the start of the draft and will be followed by a post draft reaction episode later in the week. A few of the topics discussed..

-The top 3 prospects and where they will land-Prospect tiers throughout the lottery-Late draft sleepers

 

Check back this week for the draft follow up episode.

Contact Info:Host: Dan RadtkeHost: Rikki GiambrunoEmail: [email protected]

Dan and Rikki open this episode with 20 minutes on the HUGE Wolves win on the road over the Grizzlies, as well as brief updates on all the opening round series.

New episodes release every Monday so check back weekly throughout the playoffs.

Contact Info:Host: Dan RadtkeHost: Rikki GiambrunoEmail: [email protected]

This week Dan and Rikki wrap up the regular season by previewing the Timberwolves Play In game and then rant about the current state of the league. The discussion is wide ranging and covers everything from the disappointment of the final day of the regular season, the imbalanced incentive structure that causes apathy in the regular season, and the poor salesmanship of the league in covering its young stars and most interesting up and coming teams.

 

Check back next week for an over/under's review podcast!

Contact Info:Host: Dan RadtkeHost: Rikki GiambrunoEmail: [email protected]

Dan and Rikki discuss a surprisingly entertaining matchup between the Pacers and Rockets from this past Friday. The episode is led discussing the Pacers and finishes with some Rockets talk. Some of the topics covered are..

-Are the Pacers in the midst of a soft or hard rebuild? -Is Tyrese Haliburton a future star to build around?-How should the Pacers manage their salary cap in the next few years, and what should they avoid?-The Rockets continue to not change a thing-Brief recap and projection of Rockets young core-What should each team be looking for in the upcoming draft?

Next weeks Tough Watch is Pelicans Vs Spurs. Check back Monday for the new episode!

Contact Info:Host: Dan RadtkeHost: Rikki GiambrunoEmail: [email protected]

In this weeks episode Dan and Rikki discuss the past week of games for the Wolves. They played 5 games in 8 days and played Tough Watch teams exclusively. The Wolves are discussed at length to lead the pod followed by conversations about the Blazers, Thunder, and Magic and what the draft strategy should be for each going into the offseason.

 

Contact Info:Host: Dan RadtkeHost: Rikki GiambrunoEmail: [email protected]

Dan and Rikki recorded this episode on March 6th and watched the game during the recording. A narrow 115-112 win for the Kings on the road in San Antonio. As usual, the conversation for both teams centers around their path forward in the seasons to come and what should be done in the draft/free agency. 

A 2nd episode will also be released today that covers the last week of games for the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Contact Info:Host: Dan RadtkeHost: Rikki GiambrunoEmail: [email protected]

After a one week absence Dan and Rikki are back to discuss the two worst teams in the NBA by record. An in depth discussion was had about both teams leading with the Rockets and followed by the Magic. The 2nd half of the episode is spent redrafting the 2021 draft class. Some surprising players fell and others have climbed the board to take their spots early in 2022. Listen until the end to hear some thoughts on the 2020 class as well!

 

Next weeks Tough Watch is Spurs Vs Kings. Check back Monday for the new episode!

Contact Info:Host: Dan RadtkeHost: Rikki GiambrunoEmail: [email protected]

In the first Tough Watch Pod post trade deadline, Dan and Rikki discuss a Blazers win and a 4th quarter Knicks collapse. A lot of ground was covered in this episode on both sides including some brief draft talk and the evolution of the dominate big man in the league today near the end of the episode.

Next weeks Tough Watch is Wizards vs Pacers. Check back Monday for the new episode!

Contact Info:Host: Dan RadtkeHost: Rikki GiambrunoEmail: [email protected]

Celtics took the win in New Orleans on Saturday night in one of the most uninspiring games of the year. But there was still PLENTY to talk about with these two teams.

-The underwhelming Celts. Can they turn the season around?-What is necessary for Boston prior to the deadline?-Is it time to break up Tatum and Brown?

-Jose Alvarado=heart and soul of New Orleans basketball.-A Pelicans history lesson. Dating back to 2019, how and why was this team formed?-Do the Pelicans finally have their coach?!

Next weeks Tough Watch is Timberwolves/Pistons. Check back Monday for the new episode!

Contact Info:Host: Dan RadtkeHost: Rikki GiambrunoEmail: [email protected]

It was a tough road loss for the Wolves in Atlanta but Dan and Rikki came away with nearly two hours of talking points. 

-Anthony Edwards first career ejection and KAT continues complaining about the officiating.-Difficulty defending the high powered Hawks offense.-Jaylen Nowell and Jaden Mcdaniels development.-Impactful play of Dlo.

-Trae Young goes for 30 2nd half points!-Is it time for Atlanta to make moves before the deadline to solve chemistry issues?-Who is a part of the long term Hawks core?

Stay till the end of the podcast to hear a brief discussion about the Rockets and the Russell Westbrook/John Wall trade rumors.

Next weeks Tough Watch is Celtics/Pelicans. Check back Monday for the new episode!

Contact Info:Host: Dan RadtkeHost: Rikki GiambrunoEmail: [email protected]