In the latest mailbag, Dan tackles questions that cover Ben Simmons’ future with the Brooklyn Nets, Russell Westbrook trades, Chet Holmgren’s injury, the value of Collin Sexton, Anthony Edwards’ next step, RJ Barrett’s trajectory and so much more. TIMESTAMPS BELOW⬇️

0:30 – INTRO
2:07 – PODCAST SCHEDULING NOTES
4:11 – Chet Holmgren/Victor Wembanyama
7:04 – Best Russell Westbrook trades
17:04 – Evaluating youngsters with metrics
20:14 – Should any teams see if the Nets will trade Ben Simmons?
25:01 – How can the NBA better promote its international stars?
31:02 – Did the Timberwolves and Jazz change the NBA trade market forever?
37:19 – Is Anthony Edwards already All-NBA material?
40:52 – Most overrated players of the past 10 years (reaction)
43:37 – Is RJ Barrett overrated?
46:55 – Jae Crowder’s trade value/Trade targets for the Suns
52:35 – Montrezl Harrell’s fit on the Sixers
53:35 – What is De’Andre Hunter worth? Which teams might pay him if he reaches RFA in 2023?
55:49 – The importance of Isaac development after the Donovan Mitchell trade
57:30 – More Russell Westbrook talk
58:09 – BACKCOURT RANKINGS TEASER
58:28 – Reasons to watch the Jazz next season
1:00:24 – Is Collin Sexton under-appreciated?

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