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Should the Bucks Shut Down Giannis and Tank & Is the East Still Wide Open?
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Milwaukee Bucks face a pivotal decision: Should they tank the season or chase the playoffs with Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the charge? Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore, and Haize debate the potential impact of prioritizing a high lottery pick versus fighting for postseason contention, as Giannis’s future and contract extension loom large. Recent roster moves, including the addition of Cam Thomas, spark questions about the Bucks’ strategy and whether building around youth or pursuing immediate wins will reshape Milwaukee’s trajectory.
The Eastern Conference heats up as the Detroit Pistons, Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, and Cleveland Cavaliers all jockey for dominance after a busy trade deadline. The crew breaks down which squads truly have a shot at the Finals, dissect the Bucks’ chances, and question if star-driven tanking can ever work. Plus, a revealing look at why NBA All-Star Weekend’s dunk and 3-point contests are failing to excite, and what must change to revive the league’s marquee events.
00:00 – Intro & NBA Finals Analogies
05:19 – Should Bucks Tank? Giannis' Future
14:39 – Eastern Conference Wide Open?
22:01 – All-Star Weekend Concerns
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