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Dominique Daniels Jr. dropped 41 points to lead Cal Baptist past Utah Tech 86-72 in the WAC Tournament semifinal, exposing defensive flaws despite Ethan Potter’s 25-point efforts. Hosts Christine and Jason analyze the contrast between Utah Tech’s 80-74 win over Abilene Christian and the subsequent loss to Cal Baptist, discussing roster depth and tactical adjustments. Key topics include Ethan Potter’s scoring consistency, switching communication failures, and projections for a 19-win season.

The discussion covers the strategic implications of Utah Tech’s tournament performance, highlighting the gap between fourth/fifth place finishes and championship contention. Jason breaks down pick-and-roll defenses and rim protection issues, while Christine addresses fan questions about workload management and secondary creators. The episode also explores the athletic disparity against top-tier WAC opponents like Utah Valley and Cal Baptist.

Listeners hear concrete predictions about next season’s standings and the necessity for improved interior defense. The hosts emphasize that while Potter is reliable, the team must evolve its offensive spacing and defensive rotations to compete with elite squads. This comprehensive mailbag provides actionable insights for fans analyzing the Trailblazers' future.

In this episode: Analyzing the Cal Baptist Defeat · Roster Battles and Leadership · Lightning Round and Predictions.

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