S12 Ep. 34 "Central Division Preview"

The Spurs and Rockets appear to still be far ahead of the Mavericks, Pelicans and Grizzlies in the Southwest Division. With the return of Fred VanVleet and the addition of Marcus Smart, can Houston close the gap on San Antonio?On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Dave and Keith preview the Southwest Division and go over many of the key issues around these teams, including the slightly bizarre Mavericks roster and the rebuilding Pelicans and Grizzlies. Also covered on this episode: Amen Thompson's new contract, the feds opening a criminal investigation on the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, Ben Simmons joining the Kings, plus a lot more!Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The NBA dropped the largest punishment in league history on Steve Ballmer and the LA Clippers by fining them and taking away five 1st round picks after determining that they did, in fact, repeatedly circumvent the salary cap.The league's report includes some stunning details and and Adam Silver's punishment has surprised many observers (also apparently including the Clippers), with how severe it is.On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave react all of this news and offer their opinions on the situation, plus preview the Pacific Division, and discuss the roster situations of the Clippers, Lakers, Kings, Suns and Warriors.Bonus episode available now at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfast!Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Northwest Division is arguably the most talented division in the NBA with multiple MVP candidates, and possibly the best from top to bottom with the juggernaut Thunder, plus the Timberwolves, Nuggets, Timberwolves, Trail Blazers and Jazz.On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss some of the biggest questions for these teams, including the very strange pairing of Ja Morant and Damian Lillard, plus react to Jonathan Kuminga and Bennedict Mathurin finally signing with new teams.Also discussed in detail: DeMar DeRozan's impact on the Nuggets, Klay Thompson joining the Heat, and the ethics of walking shirtless.Fantasy football last call: https://www.patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast/posts/lets-play-166768056Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Southeast Division might be the most competitive division in the NBA next season, with the Hawks, Heat, Hornets and Magic all expecting postseason trips and where the Wizards are hoping Trae Young, Anthony Davis and AJ Dybantsa can jumpstart their franchise's fortunes.On this episode of Fastbreak Breakfast, Keith and Dave discuss some of the biggest questions for this teams, plus react to recent news involving the Clippers and the Kawhi Leonard scandal, the Lakers being flipped under suspect circumstances, and Russell Westbrook retiringFantasy football signups are available at patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfastJoin the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Pistons and Cavaliers have had slightly less than inspirational offseasons, the Bucks traded Giannis Antekounmpo, the Bulls are starting over (again), and the Pacers are hoping Tyrese Haliburton can return from injury without missing a beat.On this episode, Keith and Dave talk about each of these teams, debate the trade value of their biggest assets, figure out their best players, the rookies that will contribute, and more. Also on this episode: Dillon Brooks gets a new deal, Tom Dundon tries to move the Blazers, and sailing!Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

LeBron James chose to go the the Philadelphia 76ers on a veteran minimum contract in a surprising move that shifted the balance of power in the NBA. On this reaction episode, Keith and guest Joey Devine talk about LeBron's decision, the teams he spurned and potential better fits, how good the 76ers will be, Eastern Conference hierarchy, and Mike Dunleavy Jr. Plus a bunch of other stuff!Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Milwauke Bucks re-signed Gary Trent Jr to a shocking, above market deal despite being in a rebuild and Trent coming off a career-worst season that saw him fall out of the rotation. This news broke during NBA Summer League, where it became a hotly discussed topic for both its brazenness in breaking the NBA's salary rules, and for the wonder that if in the wake of the Kawhi Leonard/Aspiration investigation, Adam Silver would do anything about it.This episode discusses the shady Trent deal, the latest news about Kawhi Leonard and the trade that's been put on hold, plus goes over Summer League observations from Keith and Dave, who were together in Las Vegas for five days and have opinions on AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer, Darryn Peterson, Caleb Wilson, Brayden Burries, Koa Peat, Keaton Wagler, Darius Acuff, Aday Mara, and more!Plus: some very special Drake Powell stats!Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The shocking Jaylen Brown for Paul George trade occurs with 3 minutes left in this episode- Keith and Dave give their stunned reactions to the move.Also on this episode, they discuss LeBron James leaving the Lakers, the Lakers going "all-in" for Walker Kessler, the Raptors trading for Kawhi Leonard, Ja Morant getting traded to the Trail Blazers, and a lot of other stuff covering the latest NBA news and transactions.Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Hornets sold high on LaMelo Ball after a great season, meanwhile the Timberwolves have shaken up their franchise after 3 straight trips past the first round.On this episode, Keith and Dave react to the LaMelo Ball trade shocker and the pain of losing Naz Reid, plus go over the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, the Julius Randle trade, the Trae Young contract, the Grizzlies acquiring Isaiah Stewart, plus share some of their NBA Draft thoughts.Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast

The Knicks ended their title drought by repeatedly rallying to victory and knocking the Spurs out in five games. This episode discusses the title and the Knicks' dominant playoff run, the MVP-play of Jalen Brunson, Victor Wembanyama's conditioning, the "what-ifs" for the Spurs and the big De'aAron Fox question, plus a bunch of other storylines around the Finals.Also: NBA draft and Giannis trade week! Join the slack channel at http://patreon.com/fastbreakbreakfast!Subscribe on YouTube!Get 20% off a Stathead annual subscription with code FBBFUse promo code FASTBREABREAK at SeatGeek for $20 off your first ticket purchaseCheck out the merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfast