Summary:

In this episode of Front Runner Podcast Collective, Vince and Soraya go deep into the NBA trade market, headlined by the De'Aaron Fox trade rumors. Could the Kings really move on from their franchise point guard? What would a potential trade to the Spurs look like, and how would it impact Victor Wembanyama's development?

FRPC covers the Lakers’ desperate hunt for a center with Anthony Davis sidelined, debating whether Walker Kessler or Myles Turner can be the catalyst to Pelinka Relinquishing the first round picks?

Chapters:

[00:00] - Behind the Scenes: Trade Tracking & Podcast Prep

• Early breakdown of what teams are looking to make moves.

[03:00] - De'Aaron Fox Trade Rumors: Why Sacramento May Move Him

• Sacramento’s dilemma—can they stay competitive if they trade Fox?

[12:00] - The Kings’ Front Office Blunders: Is This Their Own Fault?

• Did the Kings miscalculate their roster-building timeline?

[18:00] - Jalen Johnson’s Injury & Hawks' Trade Fallout

• Johnson’s torn labrum puts a wrench in Atlanta’s playoff hopes.

[24:00] - The Lakers' Urgent Center Search: AD’s Absence Changes Everything

• With Anthony Davis sidelined, L.A. is scrambling for a big man.

[33:00] - Warriors' Trade Targets: Butler, LaVine, or Vučević?

• Golden State’s dilemma—they need another scorer next to Curry.

[48:00] - Around the Arc: Wembanyama’s Historic Defensive Season

• Why Rick Carlisle believes Wemby will be the face of the NBA.

[55:00] - Dallas Mavericks: Injuries, Kyrie Irving’s Impact, & Trade Needs

• How Dallas is surviving without Luka Dončić & Dereck Lively II.

[62:00] - Amen Thompson’s Rise in Houston: The Rockets Have a Star?

• Thompson’s game-winner against Boston & ice-cold mentality.

[69:00] - The Memphis Grizzlies’ Direction & Jaren Jackson Jr.'s Role

• Jaren Jackson Jr. stepping up as a primary option.

[75:00] - Final Takeaways & Trade Deadline Predictions

• Which teams are most likely to make a move before February 6?

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Host: Vince

Producer: Soraya G.

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