Doug discusses why he thinks the Rockets don’t need to trade for Jimmy Butler in order to make a run at the NBA Finals and why Kevin Durant doesn’t need to go to New York in order to maximize his brand. Doug also discusses the NBA exploring changes to its schedule and shortening its regular season, and what impact it would have on the league. Also, Senior NBA Insider Michael Lee joins the show to discuss rumors around Kevin Durant, D’Angelo Russell and what the Lakers need to do in free agency.
Guests include: Senior NBA Insider for The Athletic, Michael Lee, Lakers beat writer for The Athletic, Bill Oram, and NBA insider for The Athletic, Zach Harper.
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