The Trade Machine

Trade Reactions! Harden for Garland, AD, JJJ and More

What an insane deadline. On this episode, we break down some of the biggest trades we saw during this year's trade season. We talk: JJJ to the Jazz! What are the Wizards cooking with Anthony Davis? Hunter crashes out over the Garland for Harden swap. and more!

Mid-Season Awards!

On this episode, we go through all the awards candidates halfway through the NBA season as well as some fake trades with the deadline approaching. Topics include: Will anyone challenge Shai for MVP, who has a chance? Is Kon or Cooper the ROTY? Who will make a late season push for the sixth man award? Will there be a surprise most improved winner? KAT for AD.... who says no?

Tank or Try: Breaking Down the Play-In Race

On this episode of The Trade Machine, Alex and Hunter discuss whether each team in the current play in landscape should tank for a shot in the draft, or try to make a push for the Play-In ahead of the trade deadline. Teams and topics includeThe Chicago Bulls' obsession with mediocrityThe Warriors options to upgrade the rotationThe Atlanta Hawks trade optionsWhere should JJJ go?

Our NBA New Year's Resolutions

In this episode of the Trade Machine Podcast, hosts Alex Sons, Hunter Sons, and Rich discuss their New Year's resolutions for various NBA teams as they look ahead to the 2026 season. They emphasize the need for the Spurs to make aggressive moves to capitalize on their championship window, the Nuggets' challenge of staying competitive without their star player Jokic, the Cavs' focus on developing young talent, and the Lakers' need to prepare for the future as they transition away from LeBron. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of the NBA and the importance of adapting strategies to succeed in a competitive environment. Takeaways The Spurs need to be aggressive in their pursuit of a championship this season. The Nuggets must find ways to stay competitive without Jokic in the lineup. The Cavs should focus on developing their young talent and adjusting their offensive strategy. The Lakers need to prepare for the future while maximizing their current roster around Luka. The importance of putting pressure on the rim to create open shots from three-point range. The impact of injuries on team performance and playoff potential. The significance of having a strong bench to support star players during tough stretches. The evolving landscape of the NBA and the need for teams to adapt quickly. The role of analytics in shaping offensive strategies and player utilization. The potential for young players to become stars if they embrace their roles and improve their games.

Finals Contenders Draft!

In this episode of the Trade Machine Podcast, hosts Alex and Hunter conduct a draft of NBA contenders, analyzing teams like the Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets, Houston Rockets, New York Knicks, Los Angeles Lakers, Detroit Pistons, San Antonio Spurs and more. The conversation touches on player performances, team dynamics, and predictions for the season ahead, with a particular focus on the impact of star players and potential trades. Hosts: Hunter Sons, Alex Sons