Episode 37 - 2026 NBA Draft Recap

Episode 37 - 2026 NBA Draft Recap

From the top, Adam Miller discusses his thoughts on the Jaylen Brown trade. Did this move come from Brad Stevens or was it directly influenced by ownership? Then, Forrest Leuenberger joins the program to recap the 2026 NBA Draft. Adam and Forrest review and discuss the perplexing ESPN broadcast and what can be improved in the future with their presentation. Next, they share their draft winners, losers, and steals. Finally, they give their post draft predictions for rookie of the year.

Episode 36 - 2026 NBA Draft Preview

Ric Hall is back on the pod to preview the upcoming NBA Draft. We start by talking through the likely top four prospects in AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cam Boozer, and Caleb Wilson. We discuss what stands out about each player, where they could be selected, and what their long-term outlook could be at the NBA level. We also dive into a loaded group of point guards in Keaton Wagler, Kingston Flemings, and Darius Acuff Jr. and discuss whether all three have what it takes to become successful NBA players. Finally, we each highlight a few players outside of those groups that we are especially high on and discuss who could end up outperforming their current draft position. We wrap up the episode by sharing a couple of our favorite sleeper picks in the late first round and early second round and discuss which players could far exceed expectations.

Episode 35 - 3rd Annual Father's Day Episode with Caleb Yoder

This one goes out to all the dads out there, including Adam Miller's own dad - John Miller. Adam is joined by his friend Caleb Yoder to discuss the lessons he has learned throughout fatherhood, the values he is trying to instill in his children, and the advice he would give to new fathers beginning that journey. The conversation then transitions to basketball as they revisit their church basketball tournament, discussing the preparation that went into the event and what Caleb's injury taught him about himself and his basketball ability. To close out the episode, they shift their focus to a question that has been on Adam's mind as another NBA season comes to an end: How is the NBA doing at attracting casual basketball fans, and what will ultimately keep them around? They discuss Caleb's growing interest in the league, what stood out about the Pacers' recent run, and what the NBA can continue doing to keep casual fans invested long term.

Episode 34 - 2026 NBA Finals Preview

In this episode, Adam Miller breaks down the biggest takeaways from the NBA playoffs and previews the 2026 NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs. He discusses the Celtics' disappointing collapse after blowing a 3-1 series lead, what it means for Joe Mazzulla and the future of the roster, and examines the roster questions facing the Thunder after their playoff exit. Adam also looks at the emergence of what could become the NBA's next great rivalry between Oklahoma City and San Antonio, including the coaching adjustments that helped fuel the Spurs' Finals run and what a championship at just 22 years old could mean for Victor Wembanyama's legacy and the future of the league. He discusses what a championship would mean for the Knicks, Jalen Brunson's legacy, and the organization's patient approach to team building. Finally, Adam breaks down how either outcome could shape the future of the league and shares his prediction for a Finals matchup that features passionate fan bases, incredible atmospheres, and a generational star looking to announce that he has arrived on basketball's biggest stage.

Episode 33 - 2026 NBA Season Quarter 4 Check-in and NBA Playoff Preview

In this episode, Adam Miller and Stephen Halstead discuss the NBA season's end, playoff predictions, and the legacies of stars like Steph Curry and Nikola Jokic. They analyze team strategies, rookie performances, and potential championship matchups. * NBA playoff predictions and analysis * Star player legacies and career endings * Rookie of the Year debate: Flagg vs. Knueppel * NBA draft strategies and team building * Team chemistry and health in playoffs