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On today's pod Shwin and Prez discuss the Knicks' offseason, the failure to address the Randle situation thus far, why their pursuit of a star is clearly best served by leaning into the youth, and much more!For access to this pod and the Strickland Discord subscribe to our Patreon for $6/month: https://t.co/Xv1li8kpbGThis episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.

On today's pod Shwin and Stacy are joined by State NYK Pod to discuss the fallout from the failed pursuit of a Donovan Mitchell trade, what to make of the FOs offers and player eval, the obvious direction to point the organization in, why retaining both Julius and Thibs to start the year would be extremely problematic, and much more!This episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsboo

On today's pod Shwin is joined by Conrad a.k.a. Knicks Illustrated to get into the details in the aftermath of the Mitchell trade.For access to the rest of the pod and access to weekly articles by Jack Huntley and Matthew Miranda subscribe to our Patreon for $9/month: https://t.co/vfapEV3pWZThis episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.

On today's pod Shwin and Prez are joined by Chuck to discuss the aftermath of Donovan Mitchell being traded to Cleveland and much more!For access to this pod and the Strickland Discord subscribe to our Patreon for $6/month: https://t.co/Xv1li8kpbGThis episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.

On today's pod Shwin reacts to the RJ Barrett extension and is then joined by Prez to discuss a hypothetical four team Donovan Mitchell deal, how long can the Knicks play out the string with Randle whether or not they trade for Mitchell, why the organization can't get a pass if the team struggles next season in the event a Mitchell trade is made, memories from the AND1 era, and much more!This episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility

On today's pod Shwin is joined by Geoffrey Rasmussen and Jordan Cohen to discuss potential for internal discontent in the Knicks' ranks if a Mitchell trade isn't made, how would a lineup with Brunson/Don/RJ/Randle fit together, why Obi may look for greener pastures if Randle is back, the FO's responsibility to clean up the roster logjam before training camp, the Collin Sexton stalemate in Cleveland, what to make of the Cavs' offseason, and much more!For access to this pod and the Strickland Discord subscribe to our Patreon for $6/month: https://t.co/Xv1li8kpbGThis episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-80

On today's pod Shwin is joined by Dallas Amico to discuss the latest on the Knicks' interest in trading for Donovan Mitchell, what to make of reports that Thibs would prefer to hold onto Quentin Grimes over RJ Barrett, how likely is it that Mitchell's poor defense can be covered up, Thibs' schematic inflexibilities, and much more!This episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook fo

Alex, Matt, and Zach take on your mailbag questions, including when they think a Donovan Mitchell trade happens, a grim RJ Barrett/Immanuel Quickley hypothetical for 2022-23, what games stand out on the schedule, what their League Pass teams would be this year, whether RJ or Jalen Brunson have a better shot at making an All-Star team, whether player ranking lists are flawed by design, making Lord of the Rings characters into fighting game characters, and more!This episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. Eligibility restrictions apply. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for terms and resources. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Tennessee, call or text the Tennessee redline at 1-800-889-9789. In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). One per new customer. Min. $5 deposit and wager. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets.

On today's pod Shwin and Prez discuss why the reaction to the Knicks' Christmas Day performance was predictably stupid, what is Kevin Durant even looking for with his trade demand, teams most likely to underperform this upcoming season, and much more! For access to this pod and the Strickland Discord subscribe to our Patreon for $6/month: https://t.co/Xv1li8C0AgThis episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See htt

On today's pod Shwin and Prez discuss KD renewing his trade request, the difference between the generations of players in the league, the player empowerment era, why the CBA doesn't require any major overhaul, and much more!For access to this pod and the Strickland Discord subscribe to our Patreon for $6/month: https://t.co/Xv1li8C0AgThis episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbo

On today's pod Shwin and Stacy are joined by DJ a.k.a. Ace Zullo to discuss the likelihood of the Jazz holding Donovan Mitchell into training camp, how to value Quentin Grimes' upside, how do Immanuel Quickley and Grimes compare defensively, which players from previous eras would benefit if they played in the modern NBA, and much more!This episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbo

On today's pod Shwin and Prez discuss reasonable reservations about trading for Donovan Mitchell, what to make of recent reports of the team's willingness to include Obi Toppin in an offer, the segmented nature of Thibs' offense and whether or not that will change, can the Knicks bank on an uptick in Julius Randle's efficiency, which team's offenses are most likely to see significant change this season, and much more!For access to this pod and the Strickland Discord subscribe to our Patreon for $6/month: https://t.co/Xv1li8C0AgThis episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-350

On today's pod Shwin and Stacy discuss the stalled Donovan Mitchell trade talks, rank the top players in the NBA by tiers, consider the implications of a major deal, and much more!This episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.

On today's pod Shwin is joined by Jeremy Cohen to discuss what the walkaway point on a Donovan Mitchell trade should be, might it be best for the Knicks to hold off on making a splashy trade, is free agency on the verge of returning as a viable avenue for player movement in 2025, is Cam Reddish poised to be the big winner in the fallout of a potential trade for Mitchell, and much more!For access to this pod and the Strickland Discord subscribe to our Patreon for $6/month: https://t.co/Xv1li8C0AgThis episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physicall

Drew is back to answer all of your oh so very important questions with his two best friends Stingy and Dallas.For access to the rest of the pod and access to weekly articles by Jack Huntley and Matthew Miranda subscribe to our Patreon for $9/month: https://t.co/vfapEV3pWZThis episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.

On today's pod Shwin is joined by Cranjis McBasketball to discuss the Lakers' Russell Westbrook conundrum, what trade options could be available to them in order to move him, how much leverage does LeBron James have with his looming extension deadline, how does Jalen Brunson fit with the Knicks and does he possess All-Star upside, Donovan Mitchell and is his fit alongside Brunson actually problematic, are lineup concerns in the event of a Mitchell trade with Randle being overblown, what does the data say about the star upside of Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett, and much more!For access to the rest of the pod and access to weekly articles by Jack Huntley and Matthew Miranda subscribe to our Patreon for $9/month: https://t.co/vfapEV3pWZThis episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888

On today's pod Shwin and Stacy are joined by Conrad a.k.a. Knicks Illustrated to discuss what the walk away price should be in a trade for Donovan Mitchell, the Knicks' playoff potential next year with the roster constructed as is, does the potential cost of trading for Mitchell encumber the team's ultimate target to become a contender more than it aids it, are we underselling the potential for a disaster scenario in the upcoming year if the Knicks do acquire Mitchell, what other young "stars" could conceivably be on the market in the next couple of years, and much more!This episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN R

On today's pod Shwin and Prez discuss the recent media kerfuffle over Brunson's introduction, how good would the current Knicks roster be as things stand, what to make of Donovan Mitchell's defensive issues, what is Quentin Grimes' upside as a prospect, how serious are the fit concerns with Quickley in a post-Donny trade world, and much more!For access to this pod and the Strickland Discord subscribe to our Patreon for $6/month: https://t.co/Xv1li8C0AgThis episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/N

Strickland contributors Mo (@molovesNBA) and Tyrese (@londonstheory) welcome Prez back after his post-draft hiatus to talk about what we saw from the kiddos in Summer League, what their fate is in lieu of the Donny Mitchell trade rumors, and what their value is both for the Knicks and in general across the league.This episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.

On today's pod Shwin and Stacy are joined by John Schmeelk to discuss what is a reasonable offer for Donovan Mitchell, do the Knicks have leverage or is Danny Ainge holding all the cards, is there a construction that makes it feasible to keep all of IQ/Grimes/Obi out of the deal, if you could keep two out of those three who would be the odd man out, and much more!This episode is brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See h