Hardwood Knocks, Episode 434 — MAILBAG: Hypothetical Trades, Jamal Murray, Playoff Predictions, Nets Defense, Magic’s Future
MAIL TIME. This latest listener-driven trip around the NBA covers the Brooklyn Nets’ defense; the Denver Nuggets’ unevenness; the Orlando Magic’s future; hypothetical trades for the Nuggets, Nets, Magic, New Orleans Pelicans and Washington Wizards; Bradley Beal’s outlook; Lu Dort’s value; Michael Porter Jr. vs. OG Anunoby; playoff predictions; the Eastern Conference’s depth; and so much more. TIMESTAMPS ⬇️
👉Who is the Nuggets’ second-best player this season? (4:36)
👉Is this season a blessing in disguise for the Magic? (9:10)
👉Can the Nets fix their defense? Does it even matter? (14:25)
👉Which team is better: Bucks or Nets? (22:09)
👉Is the East better than years past? (24:14)
👉Who’s the more likely All-Star nod: Chris Paul or Mike Conley? (29:31)
👉Are there any buyout candidates that can impact the postseason race? (34:40)
👉Predicting the best team that will lose in the first round (37:49)
👉Does Bradley get traded? (41:05)
👉Who’s more valuable to the Nuggets long term: Jamal Murray or Michael Porter Jr.? (42:42)
👉How many wins do the Warriors need for Steph Curry to get MVP? (44:51)
👉What is Lu Dort’s trade value? (47:42)
👉Lonzo Ball’s trade value/future in New Orleans (54:37)
👉Pelicans trade targets (58:36)