Holding Court with Dee4Three Episode 18

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1:00

I introduce my special guest... Andrew Begley! I also go over a summary of todays show.

2:21

We discuss the NBA's injury problem: We go over the important players (and role players) who have been missing due to injury in the playoffs, why the Bubble and a shortened season is not an excuse, and how this has been a major issue for YEARS even prior to March 2020.

We also discuss the problem with rest, the problem with training/coaching today (With quotes from Tim Grover who trained Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Wade), how strength training is not the priority it once was, and how players today do not have the proper foundation of strength.

We bring up examples of how players were far healthier in the past, and able to play full seasons (using 91-92 NBA season data as an example). We talk about how many players actually played a full 72 games in the NBA in 20-21, and why this is a major cause for concern. 

Discussion censored around the myths about positive evolution of the game, the whole "bigger/faster/stronger" myth, etc

59:03

I close the show... thank you for tuning in!

Holding Court with Dee4Three Episode 17

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1:00

I introduce my special guest... Andrew Begley! I also go over a summary of todays show.

2:40

Main Topics: The term superstar is used loosely today, and much different from the past. We discuss why this is, and who we consider to be superstars today

23:04

Main Topics: I believe the 99-00 Blazers would be the best team in the NBA today, and possibly more effective than the early 2000s Kings and mid 00's Suns. Andrew and I discuss the strengths and weaknesses of that squad, and how they would translate to this era of hoops.

33:14

Main Topics: We discuss the holes in Giannis game, the mind boggling ways defense and offense are played today, why we are sick of the "advanced offense and defense" claims, and the context people are missing.

54:08

Worst Twitter Takes of the Week: Stephen A Smith states that Donovan Mitchell is the greatest Jazz player in the organizations history. We discuss why this is just another mindless hot take in order to get people talking (Hey, it worked, look at us), and why it is a statement that is incredibly premature

1:04:00

I close the show. Thanks for tuning in!

Holding Court with Dee4Three Episode 16

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1:00

I introduce my special guest... Andrew Begley! I also go over a summary of todays show.

3:14

Main Topics: Candace Parker stated that DeMar DeRozan would be considered one of the greatest players ever if he played in past eras. We discuss why this statement doesn't make sense and why hot takes like this cater to the casual fanbase. We add plenty of context and reasoning to why DeMar would NOT be considered one of the greatest ever if he played in past eras.

36:00

Main Topics: Draymond Green stated that he believes he is the greatest defender in NBA history... we go over why we feel this take is disrespectful, ignorant, and again another hot take that wasn't followed up on with any context.

46:15

Main Topics: Twitter user with a high follower account, and some influence, stated on Twitter that Patrick Ewing if he played today would have a career like Steven Adams... We discuss why this makes no sense, why these two were completely different players with completely different abilities, and make other comparisons more fitting for Adams.

52:00

Main Topics: A Twitter user states that the Bulls would have "no rings" without Steve Kerr.... 

57:55:

Main Topics: We briefly discuss the trade deadline, and msotly focus on the Bulls acquiring Vucevic and Theis.

1:15:00

Mailbag: Dime Dropper on Twitter asks why DeMar DeRozan can't even be one of the top players in todays NBA outside of questionable ability behind the 3PT line.

1:20:39

Mailbag: Mud asks what numbers we believe Wilt Chamberlain would put up today

1:30:26

I close the show... thanks for tuning in!

Holding Court with Dee4Three Episode 15

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1:00

I introduce my special guest... Andrew Begley! I also go over a summary of todays show.

5:00

Main Topics: CJ McCollum asks Kevin Durant what he would average in an era (black and white picture), but we believe has not idea the context behind that era, or even what era he is discussing. The picture is from a 1920s high school basketball game. We discuss the adjustments KD would have to make if a 15 year old version of himself was thrown into that era of hoops. We discuss rules, the state of basketball at the time, and why CJ doing this (And players in general), add toxicity to basketball discussion.

26:30

Main Topics: The Denver Nuggets went for three with a wide open layup opportunity while only being down by 2 to the Wizards. Not only did they have an open layup, the play was a 3-1 initially, and ended up being a 4-1 with plenty of time to get the easy two to send the game into OT. Jamal Murray picked up his dribble early, and Porter Jr, Compazzo and Morris failed to fill the wide open lane. We discuss why this occurred, and why it is concerning.

53:50

Main Topics: The Thunder and Hawks played a game both wearing dark, and similar colors. Thunder in Orange, Hawks in red, it was hard to distinguish the two teams. We discuss why this is happening, why it is actually against the rules enacted in 2017, and how it can impact the game.

1:01:55

Mailbag: Pat Ram on Twitter asks who was the better in game dunker, Shawn Kemp or Dominique Wilkins

1:12:22

Mailbag: Harlequin asks: How should basketball purists look at this current era of superteams and offensive statistical inflation? It’s difficult for me to take much of it seriously and compare any of it legitimately to pre-2010 ball. Would love to hear your take.

1:24:45

Worst Twitter Takes of the Week: Rob McLamb on Twitter states

"There is no sport in the world that has seen as massive of a leap in athleticism and overall performance in the 21st century like pro basketball and the NBA. Guys in the NBA now are freakish compared to the 20th century. EuroLeague players now would dominate in 1980’s NBA."

1:40:20

I close the show... thanks for tuning in!

Holding Court with Dee4Three Episode 14

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1:00

I introduce my special guest... Andrew Begley! I also go over a summary of todays show.

2:30

Kevin Garnett: We discuss his comments where he stating he questions if players from 20+ years ago could play in todays NBA, and identify the many issues with his statement overall.

1:08:00

Mailbag: Who would have had a better career had they not been injured, Grant Hill or Penny Hardaway?

1:20:44

Worst Twitter Takes: We discuss comments related to Lu Dort being an evolved athlete and something we have not seen in the NBA before.

1:34:55

I close the show, thanks for tuning in!

Holding Court with Dee4Three Episode 13

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1:00

I introduce my special guest... Andrew Begley! I also go over a summary of todays show.

3:09

Brooklyn Nets trade for James Harden: We discuss how this could work, why it is overhyped, and why injuries/rest/drama, and other items could impact the teams success.

37:20

Mailbag: Stevefromthedot on Twitter asks why the NBA is prioritizing money over health, and mentions ALC injuries.

47:12

Mailbag: D94259 on Twitter asks why is there so much hype for players before they get to the league?

52:58

Worst Twitter Takes of the Week: Gilbert Arenas states that Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan wouldn't have been able to lead the LeBron Cavs teams to the playoffs. We discuss this, and other ridiculous/inaccurate statements he made in the past.

1:11:35

Worst Twitter Takes of the Week: Kendrick Perkins states that LeBron James is the GOAT, and that if he takes down the Nets he is the undisputed GOAT, and that 2 of LeBrons titles are better than 6.

1:18:55

Worst Twitter Takes of the Week: Rachel Nichols states that Kevin Durant was one of her MVP choices, yet now he mindset on it has changed because the Nets acquired James Harden.

1:29:38

I close the show, thanks for tuning in!

Holding Court with Dee4Three Episode 12

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1:00

I introduce my special guest... Andrew Begley! I also go over a summary of todays show.

2:00

Main Topic: We discuss recent statements made by Oscar De La Hoya (Who is making a comeback), Bo Jackson, David Falk (Jordans former agent), Kenny Smith, Pau Gasol, JJ Redick, Tracy McGrady, and more. The comments made are related to comebacks, the state of sports/a sport today, how well they feel they would do today, etc

1:03:50

Mailbag: EZMADDEN on Twitter asks what our thoughts are on the media today in todays social media driven climate (And how it impacts perception, etc)

1:11:10

Mailbag: Twitter user MUD asks what we think of Pete Maravich, and how he would fair in todays game

1:19:25

Worst Twitter Takes of the week: Justanothernba fan states that Michael Jordan was on a dynasty, LeBron James is the dynasty...

1:25:22

Worst Twitter Takes of the week: Giannis the GOAT if he played in the 90s? We discuss why this is ridiculous and lacking context.

1:31:00

I close the show, thanks for tuning in!

Holding Court with Dee4Three Episode 11

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1:00

I introduce my special guest... Andrew Begley! I also go over a summary of todays show.

2:00

Michael Cooper is a 2021 candidate for the basketball hall of fame... we discuss if he should make it, and common takes surrounding the topic.

28:20

Mailbag: Ken Stillings @onekidneykenny asks what was the last real rivalry in the NBA? We discuss the late 2000's Celtics vs Lakers, and also debate whether the Warriors vs Cavs can be considered a rivalry. We also touch on why some of the past rivalries from NBA history are so great.

42:30

Mailbag: Trey @jacques20 asks what would be change if we were suddenly commissioner of the NBA?

1:00:30

Worst Twitter Takes of the Week: A trifecta of responses to Shawn Kemps most recent statement that Larry Bird would average 35 PPG in todays NBA.

1:17:00

I close the show, thanks for tuning in!