Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest NBA storylines heading into the season, starting with why Paolo Banchero could be one of the most pivotal players in the league. They discuss how Desmond Bane might elevate the Orlando Magic, whether Cade Cunningham is ready to take another leap, and why this year is critical for Donovan Mitchell and Joel Embiid. The guys also highlight Trae Young’s potential to spark a breakout year for the Hawks, Jaden Ivey’s role with the Pistons, and Amen Thompson’s growth in Houston alongside Jabari Smith and Reed Sheppard. Plus, they explore if Cam Johnson makes the Nuggets real title contenders, how De’Aaron Fox unlocks Wemby and the Spurs, and why Luka Dončić’s transformation could be the key to the Lakers. To close, Legler shares why he believes Steph Curry and the Warriors can still win it all and names Terrence Shannon Jr. as a major x-factor for the Timberwolves.

00:00 - Intro

05:08 - Why Paolo Banchero is one of the most pivotal players of the year

10:17 - How will Desmond Bane take the Orlando Magic to the next level?

16:19 - Can Cade Cunningham take another step forward?

22:33 - Why this year is the MOST important year for Donovan Mitchell

25:56 - Is this a make or break year for Joel Embiid?

31:02 - How Trae Young and the Hawks could have a breakout year

33:03 - Is Jaden Ivey the missing piece for the Pistons?

37:11 - How good will Amen Thompson be this year?

40:46 - How important are Jabari Smith and Reid Sheppard for the Rockets this year?

45:08 - Does Cam Johnson make the Nuggets real title contender?

48:31 - De’Aaron Fox is the key to unlocking Wemby and the Spurs

52:16 - Why (skinny) Luka Doncic is so important this year for the Lakers

55:22 - Tim Legler believes Steph Curry and the Warriors have a realistic chance to win it all

58:40 - Is Terrence Shannon Jr the biggest x-factor for the Wolves?

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest NBA storylines, starting with Legler’s insights on what teams and players are expected to show on the first day of training camp. They give over/under win total predictions for the Portland Trail Blazers, San Antonio Spurs, Chicago Bulls, Atlanta Hawks, Philadelphia 76ers, and Dallas Mavericks. Along the way, they debate whether Deni Avdija can be a number one option on a winning team, discuss Jared McCain’s potential comeback from injury, and highlight which franchises could surprise or disappoint in the upcoming season.

00:00 - Intro

01:59 - Legler explains the expectations for players on day 1 of a NBA training camps

09:50 - Portland Trailblazers over/under prediction

15:23 - Can Deni Avdija be a number one for a winning team?

19:02 - San Antonio Spurs over/under prediction

27:26 - Chicago Bulls over/under prediction

31:00 - Atlanta Hawks over/under prediction

37:09 - Philadelphia 76ers over/under prediction

41:17 - Can Jared McCain come back from his injuries?

43:38 - Dallas Mavericks over/under prediction

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest NBA storylines, starting with how the Houston Rockets can contend after Fred VanVleet’s season ending injury. They discuss whether Amen Thompson or Reed Sheppard can step in as the lead point guard, how Kevin Durant can help minimize the loss, and if the Rockets should make a trade to fill the void. They also look at Zion Williamson’s weight loss, which players most need bounce-back seasons, and who could have breakout years including Jaden Ivey and Jalen Suggs.

00:00 - Intro

02:18 - Will the Houston Rockets still compete for a championship after Fred VanVleet’s injury.

10:12 - Can Reed Sheppard step in and be the lead point guard?

14:17 - How does Kevin Durant minimize the impact of FVV injury?

17:07 - Will the Rockets make a trade to fill the point guard void?

23:53 - How do the Rockets fill the leadership void from Fred VanVleet?

28:12 - The impact of Zion Williamson’s weight loss

35:11 - Who are the players that MOST need bounce back years?

41:37 - Could Jaden Ivey or Jalen Suggs have breakout years this year?

47:06 - Is it now or never for Devin Booker?

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