131: 11/28: What’s Up with UConn? + NBA Cup Futures Market
Happy 100th Episode! What a fitting way to celebrate the BATR Podcast’s 100th Episode on Thanksgiving Day. On this one, Coach James Young wonders what’s going on with the reigning men’s basketball National Champions in the UConn Huskies, as the team lost back-to-back games sitting with a record of 4-2. Is the problem lately on the players or on head coach Dan Hurley? On the flip side, Coach has...
27m Nov 28, 2024
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130: 11/26: NBA Star Players Return From Injury + WBB: Major Upset Recaps
As the peak of the NBA Cup rolls on, a good amount of key players are set to make their return to the court. Coach James Young will refer to players such as Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, Kristaps Porzingis, Ja Morant, and a few others on this episode. In addition, Coach has some concerns about how the Timberwolves have been playing lately, especially in the month of November. As the team’s rec...
28m Nov 26, 2024
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129: 11/21: 76ers & Embiid Drama + Will Kyle Neptune Lose His HC Job?
It’s been a mix bag of craziness and highlights in the NBA, in which some teams are getting it together, while others are falling apart in early parts of this season. Coach James Young gives you the latest on what’s going on with Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers on this 98th episode of the BATR Podcast. Are the 76ers already doomed as a team this season? Next, the Lakers seemed to have fo...
26m Nov 21, 2024
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128: 11/19: Tuesday’s NBA Preview + Coach Top 5 WNBA Mock Draft
Basketball is brewing in both the college and professional. This episode is jam-packed for you as Coach James Young previews some of the notable NBA Cup games on Tuesday (11/18), where he gives you his best bets for each matchup. Same situation can be said about Coach’s best bets for two upcoming NCAAM games on Tuesday with Purdue against Marquette as well as on Wednesday when Illinois takes on...
25m Nov 19, 2024
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127: 11/14: Eastern & Western Conference Surprising & Disappointing Teams + MBB Preview
As about a quarter of the NBA season has gone by, it’s time to look at how teams are doing so far in the Eastern and Western Conference. In this episode, Coach James Young gives you his most surprising and disappointing teams in both conferences. You will be amazed to hear what he has to say about the disappointing teams. Next, we look ahead to some of the notable games that will take place on ...
19m Nov 14, 2024
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126: 11/12: NBA Cup Group Preview + NBA Injury Report feat. Chet Holmgren, Kevin Durant, etc.
The NBA Cup starts this week as the month of the November goes by. On this episode, Coach James Young goes through four players in the NBA that are going to miss some time to due to injuries such as Chet Holmgren, Kevin Durant, Zion Williamson, and Tyrese Maxey. He tells why these injuries will affect their respective teams. Next, Coach briefly previews the NCAAM Championship Classic that featu...
23m Nov 12, 2024
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125: 11/7: NBA, MBB, & WBB Preview + Stephanie White as New Fever HC
Basketball from the professional and college levels are in full swing as the month of November tips off already. On this episode, Coach James Young goes a good amount of notable games in the NBA as well as men’s and women’s college basketball. He will give you some best bets he likes for each game he previews, especially in college basketball where some ranked teams are playing over the weekend...
27m Nov 07, 2024
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124: 11/5: MBB + WBB Preview feat. Coach’s Picks for National Title
The college basketball season is finally here and Coach James Young is extraordinarily excited to preview everything before March Madness comes around. In this episode, Coach gives his Preseason All-American First Team for both the men’s and women’s side. Some of not most players should not surprise you. However, do you agree with his list? Next, Coach picks his teams that should have a surpris...
27m Nov 05, 2024
27m
123: 10/31: Coach Top 10 NBA Rookies + Notable Upcoming NBA Games
The 2024-25 NBA season is in full swing and there is a lot of discuss in the early goings. On this episode, Coach James Young goes over some of the breaking news that occurred over the week. These include Warriors F Jonathan Kuminga getting moved to the bench instead of the starting lineup and the 76ers fined $100K concerning the unclear status of All Star Joel Embiid’s health. Coach explains h...
38m Oct 31, 2024
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122: 10/29: Coach’s Top 10 Players in the NBA + Christie Sides Part Ways with Fever
As the start of the NBA season continues, on this episode, Coach James Young relays the news regarding Stephen Curry, who is dealing with an ankle injury. How will this affect the Warriors the rest of the week? Next, Coach wonders about the futures for two teams that he feels uncertain about how each started the season 0-2; the Kings and the Nuggets. Which team do you think Coach has more conce...
36m Oct 29, 2024
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121: 10/24: Notable NBA Contract Extensions + Game Previews
More contract extensions were given to a good amount of players prior to the start of the NBA season. On this episode, Coach James Young goes through some of the notable extensions such as Ruby Gobert, Aaron Gordon, and some others. Next, we preview the odds and Coach’s best bets for the Thursday’s NBA slate. Would do you think will win each of those matchups. Lastly, Coach takes a look ahead t...
25m Oct 24, 2024
25m
120: 10/22: Liberty Wins Its First WNBA Title + NBA Previews for TUE & WED
The New York Liberty has captured its first WNBA Championship in franchise history in a thrilling Game 5 win over the Minnesota Lynx. On this episode, Coach James Young breaks that game and a great job the Liberty have done to make history. In addition, Coach lists his “way-too-early” top five teams in the WNBA ahead of the 2025 season. You will be surprised to know that on the top teams in the...
21m Oct 22, 2024
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119: 10/15: WNBA Finals Recap & Preview + Coach’s Top 5 NBA PFs
It’s been a heated battle between the Liberty and Lynx as the WNBA Finals continue on. On this episode, Coach James Young recaps Game 2 in regard to what went right and wrong for both teams and then previews Game 3 that will take place in Minnesota’s home court. Next, after missing two NBA seasons, Bulls guard Lonzo Ball is set to make his return to the lineup on Wednesday, October 23rd against...
42m Oct 15, 2024
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118: 10/8: Liberty Advance to Finals + Coach’s Top 5 SF List
The Liberty take down the Aces in four games during the WNBA Semifinals series. On this episode, Coach James Young, recaps New York’s victory as they move on to the Finals and why the play of Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart will be the key reasons why they will go all the way. In addition, the semifinals series is now tied with Sun winning over the Lynx in Game 4. Coach recaps that game and...
33m Oct 08, 2024
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117: 10/3: KAT to the Knicks in Massive Trade + Coach’s Top 5 NBA SGs
Major news in the NBA as the Knicks acquire Karl-Anthony Towns in a blockbuster trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves. On this episode, Coach James Young, breakdown the entirely of trade and how it either benefits or hinders both teams for the upcoming 2024-25 season. Next, NBA Hall of Fame center Dikembe Mutombo passes away at the age of 58 due to brain cancer. Coach goes through his accomplis...
29m Oct 03, 2024
29m
116: 9/26: WNBA Playoff Preview: Liberty vs Aces, Top 5 PGs in NBA, & More
With the WNBA playoffs in full swing swing, on this episode, Coach James Young recaps the first round matchups on happened on Tuesday (09/24), then previews the semifinals series between the Liberty versus Aces. Coach gives you his best bets for that series as it is going to be a major battle between these two teams. Next, Coach lists his Top Five NBA Point Guards as the 2024-25 season approach...
35m Sep 26, 2024
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115: 9/19: WNBA Draft Lottery + NBA Futures Market w/ LAC, LAL, & MEM
The WNBA regular season is rapidly coming to a close. On this episode, Coach James Young previews the 09/19 WNBA slate especially for the teams that are competing for the final spot (8th seed) for the WNBA Playoffs: Sky, Mystics, and Dream. Next, Coach takes a look at the WNBA Draft Lottery as the process of which team secures the #1 pick in the 2025 Draft is different compared to the NBA. Depe...
32m Sep 19, 2024
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114: 9/11: Jamal Murray Extension + NBA Futures: GSW, HOU, & IND
Jamal Murray gets the bag in Denver. On this episode, Coach James Young discusses the big contract extension that Murray agreed to and how this either helps or hinders the Nuggets. Next, Coach previews Wednesday’s (09/11) WNBA slate and some best bets to put some money in your pockets. Do you bet on the Aces even if A’ja Wilson does not play? Without Angel Reese, can Chicago still win games for...
27m Sep 11, 2024
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113: Indiana Fever on a Run for Playoffs + NBA Futures: DAL, DEN, & DET
The Indiana Fever are currently over .500 this season. On this episode, Coach James Young discusses why the play of Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell have sparked the team to make their huge run. How deep can this team make it into the playoffs? Next, Coach previews Tuesday’s (09/03) WNBA slate, especially with the big matchup between the Sky versus the Aces. Who will take the series lead as bo...
39m Sep 03, 2024
39m
112: 8/28: WNBA Preview/Best Bets + NBA Futures: CHI, CHA, & CLE
As the WNBA season rolls on, on this episode Coach James Young goes over the entire slate for Wednesday, August 28th. Additionally, he gives his best bets for each game. Can the Liberty bounce back? Are the Fever able the upset the Sun? In the NBA, Coach reviews the futures markets for the Chicago Bulls, Charlotte Hornets, and Cleveland Cavaliers. Should the Bulls completely reset the team? Can...
35m Aug 28, 2024
35m
111: 8/24: WNBA Saturday Preview + NBA Futures: ATL, BOS, & BKN
The WNBA season rolls on throughout and, on this episode, Coach James Young previews the two Saturday evening games. He gives you his best bets for both games. In addition, Coach goes to the NBA and takes a look at some futures bets and player futures as well. Could Jrue Holiday or Derrick White win Defensive Player of the Year for the Celtics? Can De’Andre Hunter win the 6th Man of the Year aw...
20m Aug 24, 2024
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110: 8/20: WNBA Recap & Tuesday Preview + NBA Cup Futures
As the WNBA season marches on, on this episode, Coach James Young recaps the big matchup over the weekend as the Liberty down out the Aces in dominant fashion and believes that both sides can have claims to win it all in detail. Next, Coach previews Tuesday’s WNBA games and finds you some interesting plays and bets to put some money in your pocket. Lastly, the NBA season is counting down and th...
44m Aug 20, 2024
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109: 8/15: WNBA Preview/Futures + Caitlin Clark & Angel Reese Specials
The continuation of the WNBA season resumes on Thursday. On this episode, Coach James Young previews Thursday’s WNBA slate as well as his best bets for each game. Next, Coach goes to the WNBA futures market gives you his future bets for the championship and some of the team’s win totals. Lastly, Coach bets on some player specials offered on FanDuel for Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. Would you b...
26m Aug 15, 2024
26m
108: 8/13: USA Olympic Men’s & Women’s Win Gold & Coach’s Way Too Early 2028 Olympic Roster
The USA men’s and women’s Olympic teams win the gold medal in their matchups against France’s teams. On this episode, Coach James Young recaps both gold medal matches and how the performances of certain players such as Stephen Curry and A’ja Wilson played major roles to capture their respective victories. Next, Coach gives you his players and coaches that should be on the 2028 Los Angeles Olymp...
32m Aug 13, 2024
32m
107: 8/8: USA Men’s Vs Brazil Recap + Lauri Markkanen Massive Extension
The USA Men’s Basketball Team defeated Brazil in dominating fashion in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Paris Olympics. On this episode, Coach James Young recaps that game me goes over what they need to do in order to win their semifinal game against Nikola Jokic and Serbia. In addition, regarding the men’s teams, Coach previews the other semifinal matchup between France and Germany. He explains w...
28m Aug 08, 2024
28m
106: 8/5: USA Men’s & Women’s Basketball Group Stage Recap & Medal Round Preview
As the 2024 Paris Olympics press on, the USA men’s and women’s basketball teams have been showcasing everything that they have on the floor. On this episode, Coach James Young recaps the men’s victory over Puerto Rico this past weekend and preview the upcoming game against Brazil on Tuesday. Coach will talk about what his concerns are with the and men’s team and how they can continue to work ha...
25m Aug 05, 2024
25m
105: 8/2: USA Men’s Vs South Sudan Recap + Jarrett Allen & Cavs agree to Three-Year Deal
The USA Men’s defeated South Sudan as the 2024 Paris Olympics press on. On this episode, Coach James young recaps their victory and what’s been working correctly for them. In addition, he preview the next group stage game against Jose Alvarado and Puerto Rico. Next, Coach recaps the Women’s USA team in their strong win over Belgium. He discusses the performances of A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewa...
28m Aug 02, 2024
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104: 7/31: USA Olympics Men’s & Women’s Basketball Recap and Preview
As the 2024 Paris Olympics continue on, the USA men’s and women’s basketball team showed out everything on the court in their first games in the group stages l. On this episode, Coach James Young recaps the men’s game vs Japan and their dominant performance all-around. In addition, he breaks down the upcoming match against South Sudan. Coach will also give you his best bets for the South Sudan...
23m Jul 31, 2024
23m
103: 7/26: Knicks Extend HC Tommy Thibodeau + USA Men’s Basketball Preview
The New York Knicks are keep head coach Tommy Thibodeau for the long run as the team extends his contract on a three-year deal. On this episode, Coach James Young discusses the entire offseason that Knicks made so far and why Thibs and this team can be in contention again to capture an NBA Championship. Next, the Paris Olympics will be underway this weekend and Coach previews the USA men’s and ...
25m Jul 26, 2024
25m
102: 7/23: Team USA vs Germany Men’s Recap + Evan Mobley Contract Extension
On Monday, Team USA for men’s basketball defeated Germany in another close battle exhibition game. On this episode, Coach James Young discusses what went right and wrong for USA and how can they be better going forward before the Olympics kickoff. Next, Team WNBA takes down Team USA for women’s basketball during the 2024 All Star game over the weekend. Coach explains his concerns for this USA a...
26m Jul 23, 2024
26m
101: 7/19: Coach’s Grades for all WNBA Teams + USA vs Serbia Recap
As the WNBA season is the midway point, on this episode, Coach James Young gives you his grades for each team in the league. What has each team done right and wrong so far, especially with the top teams in standings. Next, Coach breaks down the trade between the Sky and Sun, as Marina Mabrey gets traded to the Sun in a package. How good can the Sun be with this new addition? Also, Coach recaps ...
47m Jul 19, 2024
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100: 7/16: Zach Edey to Win ROY? + Coach’s Top 5 WNBA Teams
As the 2024 NBA Summer League continues on, on this episode, Coach James Young takes a look at the updated rookie of the year odds as there has been major movement while the 2024 rookie class has been showcasing their skills in the summer league. In addition, he gives you a few players that he has been really impressed with so far in the league. Also, Coach recaps Monday’s Olympic exhibition ga...
28m Jul 16, 2024
28m
99: 7/12: USA Men’s Olympics Expectations + Coach’s Top 5 NBA Defensive Duos
The USA Men’s National Team for basketball took down Canada in their exhibition showcase on Wednesday. On this episode, Coach James Young recaps that game and gives you his expectations for the USA team going forward. In addition, one of the most talked-about and highly anticipated prospects in the nation is a player named Cooper Flagg, who got to play with the USA Select-Team showcased his ski...
22m Jul 12, 2024
22m
98: 7/9: Kings Land DeMar DeRozan + Caitlin Clark’s Historic Rookie Triple-Double
With the NBA Free Agency coming to a close and the WNBA season continuing on, on this episode, Coach James Young discusses the sign and trade news as DeMar DeRozan heads to the Western Conference to join the  Kings. How will he fit with Domontas Sabonis and De’Aaron Fox? Next, Franz Wagner signs a massive rookie contract extension with the Magic. What’s the ceiling for Wagner and the team as a ...
23m Jul 09, 2024
23m
97: 7/4: NBA Futures Look Ahead
As the NBA offseason and free agency continue on, on this episode, Coach James Young goes through each of the available NBA futures markets to see what are some valuable bets you can make prior to the start the 2024-25 season. From MVP, Rookie of the Year, Division Winners, Championship Odds and more, which one do you think you can take a flyer on before a new NBA season begins?
30m Jul 04, 2024
30m
96: 7/2: NBA Free Agency: Paul George Signs with 76ers + Klay Thompson Moves to Mavericks & More
The NBA free agency has some major drama. On this episode, Coach James Young goes over some of the notable moves that happened already such as Paul George going to the 76ers, Klay Thompson moving to the Mavericks, Chris Paul joining the Spurs, etc.. He gives you his thoughts about each of them and if each one was a good move or not. Lastly, J.B. Bickerstaff gets hired by the Pistons as their n...
19m Jul 02, 2024
19m
95: 6/30: Dejounte Murray Traded to Pelicans + Winners & Losers of NBA Draft
The NBA offseason has been crazy and 2024 Draft has concluded. On this episode, Coach James Young goes through the massive trade that sent Dejounte Murray to the Pelicans. What’s the future for both the Pelicans and the Hawks. Next, the Nova Knicks puzzle is complete as the Knicks made a massive trade to acquire Mikal Bridges. How far that this Knicks team go for next season, especially trying ...
26m Jun 30, 2024
26m
94: 6/25: Kenny Atkinson as Cavs New HC + Coach’s Top 5 NBA Mock Draft
The Cleveland Cavaliers have hired Golden State Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson as its new head coach. On this episode, Coach James Young discusses the signing and what should the Cavaliers do this offseason, especially with trying to keep Donovan Mitchell. Next, the Raptors are planning to sign Scottie Barnes to a rookie max contract extension. Is this the right move for the team and how wil...
36m Jun 25, 2024
36m
93: 6/20: Pistons Fire HC Monty Williams + Pacers Plan to Extend Pascal Siakam
Breaking news in the NBA as the Pistons have dismissed head coach Monty Williams after his one season with the team. On this episode, Coach James Young wonders why it happened and what direction should this franchise go to get back to playoff contention. Next, the Pacers are reportedly planning to give a long-term contract extension to Pascal Siakam. What could this mean for the future of India...
30m Jun 20, 2024
30m
92: 6/15: Lakers Legend Jerry West Passes Away + Aces Struggling
On this episode, unfortunate news in the NBA as hall of famer and Lakers legend Jerry West passes away at the age of 86. Coach James Young goes through his entire career not only as a player but also as a head coach, executive, and other positions for multiple teams to help them secure championships. Next, the head coaching positions for the Cavaliers and Lakers are still open. Coach gives his ...
28m Jun 15, 2024
28m
91: 6/11: Dan Hurley Turns Down Lakers + Caitlin Clark Left Off USA Team + NBA Finals Game 3 Preview
Breaking news on Monday (06/10) as UConn head coach Dan Hurley reportedly turned down the Lakers head coaching position. On this episode, Coach James Young explains why this was the right move for Hurley and his coaching career. Next, the USA Women’s Olympic roster was revealed last week and Caitlin Clark was not listed. Coach gives his thoughts on why Clark should not be on the team as well fr...
21m Jun 11, 2024
21m
90: 6/6: NBA Finals Game 1 & Series Bets/Props + Caitlin Clark Impact on WNBA
As the Celtics and Mavericks gear up for Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday, on this episode, Coach James Young previews the odds for game and his best bets that you should take a look at to get some money on your pocket. Speaking of money in your pocket, Coach, then, looks at the series overall and gives you some of his player props and series bets that are plus money, which are intriguing p...
32m Jun 06, 2024
32m
89: 6/4: NBA Finals Player Prop Odds + Liberty & Sun Takes in WNBA
As the NBA Finals are approaching between the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks, on this episode, Coach James Young goes over some player props that are intriguing to bet on before Game 1 tips off on Thursday, June 6th. Next, in the WNBA, Coach looks at how the New York Liberty and the Connecticut Sun are doing so far this season. Can one of these two teams carry themselves to capture this ye...
42m Jun 04, 2024
42m
88: 6/1: Zaccharie Risacher as #1 Pick in Draft + Preview of NBA Finals Game 1
As the NBA Draft approaches, on this episode, Coach James Young explains why he would have the Atlanta Hawks take Zacchaire Risacher as the first overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft over Alex Sarr. Next, speaking of the Hawks, Coach wonders what this team should do this offseason. Should they trade Trae Young or DeJounte Murray? Should they trade Jalen Johnson or De’Andre Hunter? If the team tak...
19m Jun 01, 2024
19m
87: 5/29: ECF Recap & Pacers Future + How To Bet Caitlin Clark
The Boston Celtics have punched their ticket to the NBA Finals as they swept the Pacers Monday night. On this episode, Coach James Young recaps Game 4 and gives reason why not only the Pacers lost this game, but also why they lost this series. He, then, goes over the Pacers roster and describes what the team should do for the foreseeable future as they have a current young core. Next, Coach wo...
20m May 29, 2024
20m
86: 5/24: Cavs Fire JB Bickerstaff + Early WNBA MVP Odds + More
The Cleveland Cavaliers fired head coach JB Bickerstaff. On this episode, Coach James Young wonders what the future for the Cavaliers will be. Should Donovan Mitchell get traded? Should Jarrett Allen or Evan Mobley get moved? Coach also gives his top candidate for the head coaching job. Next, Coach recaps Game 1 and previews Game 2 of the Western Conference finals of the Mavericks and Timberwo...
28m May 24, 2024
28m
85: 5/21: ECF & WCF Game Preview + OKC, NYK, & DEN Offseason Guide
The Eastern and Western Conference Finals is set to go as the semifinals concluded over the weekend. On this episode, Coach James Young preview the matchup odds of the Eastern Conference final between the Pacers and Celtics and the Western Conference final between the Mavericks and Timberwolves. He gives you his in-depth analysis on who should win the Game 1s. In addition, Coach gives an offse...
26m May 21, 2024
26m
84: 5/17: Future for Cavs After Playoff Elimination + Knicks @ Pacers Preview + Review Caitlin Clark’s 1st WNBA Game
With the Cleveland Cavaliers eliminated in five games by the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, on this episode, Coach James Young recaps the game five blowout between these two teams, in which the Celtics won, and what’s next for the Cavaliers and head coach JB Bickerstaff. Next, Coach previews game six between the Pacers and Knicks. He gives his thoughts on how this game wi...
17m May 17, 2024
17m
83: 5/14: Suns Change Head Coaches + Caitlin Clark ‘s WNBA Rookie Year Expectations
The Phoenix Suns have change head coaches as the team fires Frank Vogel, then hires Mike Budenholzer. On this episode, Coach James Young shares what the Suns should do going forward as their future is uncertain with their players they have the luxury taxes they need to pay. Next, Coach previews Game 5 of the Knicks @ Pacers and Timberwolves @ Nuggets series as both series are tied 2-2. Lastly...
18m May 14, 2024
18m
82: 5/10: NBA Playoff Preview + Who’s the Next Face of the NBA? + Last 2-Min Report
Game 3s for the Pacers-Knicks and Nuggets-Timberwolves is Friday. On this episode, Coach James Young previews both matchups and what are his best bets. In addition, Coach gives you a few players that he thinks are the new faces of the NBA, as father-time is catching up to the older players such as LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant. Lastly, Coach gives a major rant about the NBA’s la...
21m May 10, 2024
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