Episode Details

The Indiana Pacers endure their worst season ever after last year’s Finals run—can lottery luck turn things around? Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore and Haize break down whether the Pacers, or another team, most need a top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. 

Then the Minnesota Timberwolves face a pivotal stretch without Anthony Edwards, with Julius Randle, Bones Hyland, and Ayo Dosunmu tasked to step up as playoff positioning hangs in the balance. Plus, Russell Westbrook’s historic assist milestone raises the question—does his maximalist style make him an all-time great point guard? The conversation wraps with Houston Rockets’ development woes after adding Kevin Durant and a look at the future roster battles between the Hawks and Mavericks post-Luka Dončić and Trae Young.

00:00 Pacers' Worst Season & Draft Needs

13:39 Timberwolves Without Edwards

20:05 Russell Westbrook Legacy & Real Questions

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