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Victor Wembanyama delivers a statement game as the Spurs take down OKC in one of the best NBA Cup matchups of the season. We break down the rise of new NBA rivalries, the league’s young stars taking over, shocking conference standings, and whether the NBA Cup has officially arrived. Plus: Jason Tatum prime debates, legendary one-on-one matchups, Wade vs Harden as franchise cornerstones, and an all-time shooting guard gauntlet. Pure hoops talk from start to finish.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:34 Epic NBA Cup Game Recap
04:11 Victor Wembanyama's Dominance
09:57 The Rise of Young NBA Stars
11:32 Surprising NBA Standings
22:12 Would You Rather: Jason Tatum Edition
23:02 Tatum vs. McGrady Debate
23:41 Prime Player Criteria
25:45 One-on-One Matchups Begin
28:46 King of the Court Showdown
32:16 Starting a Franchise: Wade vs. Harden
37:14 All-Time Shooting Guard Gauntlet
40:43 Forgotten 2008-2009 Houston Rockets
43:58 Podcast Wrap-Up and Announcements

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In Season 3, Episode 7 of the Swish List Podcast, the hosts delve into several hot topics from the NBA. They start with the controversy surrounding the LA Clippers and their treatment of Chris Paul. The conversation then shifts to LeBron James' ended scoring streak and breakout performances by players in recent games. The hosts debate potential trades involving Giannis Antetokounmpo and discuss the value of current NBA brother duos. Additionally, they cover James Harden's milestone of breaking into the top 10 all-time scoring list and round out the episode with some classic 'Would You Rather' and one-on-one matchups, as well as an all-time starting five draft. The episode ends with nostalgic shout-outs to forgotten NBA players Corey Maggette and Brandon Bass.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:48 The LA Clippers Controversy
05:17 Chris Paul's Future and Potential Teams
06:47 Giannis Trade Rumors and Hypothetical Trades
12:43 LeBron James' Scoring Streak Ends
15:08 Breakout Performances: Jordan Walsh and Ryan Nembhard
18:23 NBA Brothers: The Best Duos
20:10 Would You Rather: Dirk Nowitzki Edition
23:23 Zach LaVine's Future in the NBA
26:19 One-on-One Matchups: NBA Stars
28:05 Kyrie vs. Dame: The Ultimate One-on-One Debate
28:26 Would You Rather: NBA Edition
31:18 All-Time Starting Five Draft
40:30 James Harden's Impact on the Game
44:57 Forgotten NBA Legends: Corey Maggette and Brandon Bass
47:38 Season Recap and Closing Remarks

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In episode six of the third season of the Swish List Podcast, the hosts cover LaMelo Ball's openness to being traded from the Charlotte Hornets and his struggles this season. They discuss potential NBA rule changes, like removing charging calls on dunks and modifying challenge rules. Austin Reeves receives an apology from the hosts for underestimating his skills as he emerges as a top second option in the league. The episode also debates who is the most all-star-ready role player in the NBA currently, highlights breakout performances by Cooper Flagg and Norman Powell, and reviews the tumultuous state of the Bulls. The conversation includes comparisons between prime Dwyane Wade and current NBA players like Anthony Edwards and considers if Nikola Jokic is the most complete player LeBron James has ever faced. The podcast wraps up with a nostalgic 'I Know Y'all Forgot About' segment that spotlights Danny Granger and Anthony Morrow.

00:00 Welcome to Season Three, Episode Six
00:45 LaMelo Ball Trade Rumors
09:02 NBA Rule Changes Discussion
12:03 Apology to Austin Reeves
18:24 All-Star Ready Role Players
23:19 Does Anybody Care About the NBA Cup?
24:16 Controversial NBA Mid-Season Tournament
24:33 Critique of NBA Court Designs
26:02 Player Incentives and Motivation
26:52 Norman Powell's Performance and Future
28:32 Cooper Flag's Breakout Performance
30:38 Chicago Bulls' Struggles and Vukovich's Future
35:10 Jalen Brown and the Celtics' Inconsistencies
37:46 Prime Dwayne Wade vs. Today's NBA Stars
42:05 LeBron's Take on Jokic's Dominance
47:20 Underrated NBA Players: Danny Granger and Anthony Morrow
50:04 Closing Remarks and Social Media Plugs

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Swishlist Podcast: Season 3, Episode 5 - NBA Early Season Surprises, LeBron’s Legacy, and All-Time Player Comparisons.

In this packed episode of the Swishlist Podcast, hosts dive into the Detroit Pistons' impressive 13-game winning streak, breakout performances by Jalen Duren, and a rundown of NBA injuries impacting the season. They evaluate the implications of LeBron James’ potential ring on his legacy and outline their picks for the best signature moves in NBA history. The show also features a 'Would You Rather: Forward Edition' player comparison segment and discusses the most cursed NBA franchises. Towards the end, the hosts introduce a fun segment highlighting forgotten basketball stars, specifically Ben Gordon and Jonathan Simmons. Join in for a comprehensive and engaging discussion on the current NBA landscape and all-time player legacies.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:51 Detroit Pistons' Impressive Streak
05:25 NBA Injury Crisis
11:20 LeBron James' Current Form
16:29 Western Conference Dominance
25:11 Would You Rather: Forward Edition
31:34 How Good Would Allen Iverson Be Today?
33:12 Impact of Winning a Ring on Legacy
36:49 Debating Kevin Durant's Legacy
38:43 LeBron's Most Impactful Finals Loss
44:33 Top Three Signature Moves in NBA History
48:15 All-Time Starting Five Debate
53:49 Most Cursed NBA Franchise
56:58 Should Teams Trade for Lauri Markkanen?
01:01:24 Surprising NBA Season Trends
01:04:04 Forgotten NBA Players
01:07:52 Conclusion and Social Media Shoutouts

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In season three, episode four of the Swish List Podcast, the hosts dive into several major basketball topics. They start by addressing Rhoman's controversial take on BYU and discuss if it was the right choice for AJ. The conversation shifts to whether Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant could average 40 points per game in today's NBA, and the hosts debate the merits of several all-time greats including Russell Westbrook and Derrick Rose. Attention is also given to the Oklahoma City Thunder's impressive start and Steph Curry's recent dominance after parting ways with Under Armour. The show wraps up with a discussion on potential trade scenarios for Anthony Davis and how various teams are faring unexpectedly well or poorly in the current NBA season.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:29 Debate: BYU Decision Controversy

06:36 Would You Rather: Russell Westbrook Edition

12:48 Oklahoma City Thunder's Dominance

15:19 LeBron's Impact on the Lakers

21:34 Jordan and Kobe in Today's NBA

28:25 Debating Kobe Bryant's Legacy

28:53 Kobe's MVP Controversy

30:20 Kobe's Prime and Missed Opportunities

31:51 The Impact of Kobe's Reputation

32:36 Hypothetical NBA Scenarios

42:27 Steph Curry's Recent Performance and Shoe Deal

46:23 Surprising NBA Developments

48:32 Potential Trades for Anthony Davis

52:31 Podcast Closing Remarks

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In this episode of the Swishlist podcast, the hosts dive into a plethora of NBA-related topics, including Nico Harrison's firing and its implications, Luka Doncic's impressive performance for the Lakers, and the struggles of the Mavericks. They also debate the merits of historical player comparisons, such as Luka versus Tracy McGrady or Carmelo Anthony, and assess which players would succeed in different eras. Furthermore, the episode discusses the current NBA landscape, highlighting the Detroit Pistons' surprising success and Ja Morant's troubling situation with the Memphis Grizzlies. The hosts conclude with a playful ranking of daytime sporting events. The spirited exchanges exemplify their deep knowledge and differing perspectives on the game.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:29 Nico Harrison's Firing and Lakers' Success
04:43 Luca vs. SGA: Who's the Better Scorer?
10:58 One-on-One Matchups: Luca Edition
20:58 Defensive Specialists: Keep Three, Cut Five
23:42 Switching Eras: Victor Wembanyama vs. Hakeem Olajuwon
27:59 Anthony Davis: Power Forward or Center?
28:41 Comparing NBA Legends Across Eras
36:26 The Rise of the Detroit Pistons
42:23 Ja Morant's Controversies and Future
47:05 Overrated or Underrated: NBA Teams and Players
54:06 Debating College Choices for NBA Prospects
55:19 Ranking Daytime Sporting Events
57:19 Conclusion and Sign-Off

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In season three, episode two of the Swish List Podcast, Moses and Rhoman dive into an eventful week in the NBA, which left one feeling like a kid in a candy shop. They discuss a massive gambling scandal with FBI indictments involving players like Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and potential connections to LeBron James. The significance of these scandals on the sport and its reputation is explored.

Moving on to basketball highlights, they cover breakout performances from the San Antonio Spurs and other players, including Tyrese Maxey, Victor Wembanyama, and Chet Holmgren. The hosts debate on whether anyone can break into the MVP conversation alongside stars like Luka Dončić, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokić, and Stephen Curry. They also reflect on fan happiness index, best-performing teams, and the most disappointing teams so far. The segment wraps up with a historical debate on who would be better in today's NBA, Larry Bird or Magic Johnson, and a fun draft of players who excelled after switching teams.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:56 NBA Gambling Scandal Unveiled
02:19 LeBron James and the Scandal Connections
06:07 Impact on the NBA and Solutions
09:32 Incredible NBA Performances and MVP Race
12:00 Steph Curry's Dominance
13:54 Comparing Top NBA Players
20:12 Rising Stars and Rookie Standouts
25:44 Philadelphia 76ers' Duality
28:33 Fan Happiness Index
33:53 Point Guard Dilemma
34:48 Rockets and Mavericks' Struggles
35:15 Teams' Early Season Woes
35:46 Utah Jazz and Ace Bailey
37:20 Young Players Finding Their Footing
38:19 Drafting Players Who Excelled After Switching Teams
42:02 James Harden: Stop Me When You Hear a Better Player
45:14 Favorite Teams of the Last Decade
50:03 2K Addiction Stories
52:20 Magic Johnson vs. Larry Bird Debate
57:03 Podcast Wrap-Up

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Swishlist Podcast - Season 3 Premiere: NBA 2025-26 Predictions & Hot Takes

Welcome back to the Swishlist Podcast for Season 3! In this premiere episode, we dive into a ton of hot topics and predictions for the 2025-26 NBA season. Is Luka Dončić quietly becoming the league's most unstoppable player? Is this the last dance for the Golden State Warriors? We also discuss potential MVP dark horses like Cade Cunningham, Jalen Brunson, and Anthony Edwards. Additionally, we examine overhyped teams, title contenders, and the impact of NBA's current stars like LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry. Join us as we navigate through the exhilarating world of NBA basketball!

00:00 Welcome to Season Three!
00:34 Luka Dončić: The Unstoppable Force
04:02 Dark Horse MVP Candidates
12:21 Warriors' Last Dance?
22:09 Title Contenders Breakdown
25:33 The Magic's Potential Comeback
26:41 Underrated Teams: Spurs and Magic
32:56 Overhyped Teams: Warriors and Cavs
34:08 The Celtics' Down Year
40:26 Giannis and the Bucks' Mismanagement
45:10 NBA's Social Media Era
52:39 Podcast Updates and Future Plans

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