Pod Strickland

Chuck of the Chucking Darts podcast returns to continue our discussion from episode 31: what does good - but not great - development look like for players in the 2022 draft class? A long discussion ranges far and wide as we try to find the answers.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 discuss positional value in the draft, is Mitchell Robinson a capable switch defender, are centers really the NBA equivalent of running backs, skillsets which bigs can provide to add more value, 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 Simon Cherin-Gordon to discuss Miami's stunning game 6 victory in Boston, do we need to reevaluate where Butler stands in the star hierarchy of the NBA, why the game-to-game overreactions to Tatum and Brown are misguided, the dichotomy between GSW and DAL's offenses, why there is no fixed path to establishing a team's identity, the Knicks' continued search for a clear path forward, 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), 888-789-7777/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 (O

On today's pod Shwin and Prez are joined by Albert Ghim to discuss how high should Jalen Williams go, why age and upside don't always correlate directly, defensive versatility and the Knicks' need for more wings, the threshold for taking centers higher in the draft, true or false draft outcomes for certain prospects in the Knicks' range, 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/

On today's pod Shwin is joined by Geoffrey Rasmussen to discuss how do we define greatness when ranking NBA players and how it pertains to Chris Paul and James Harden, how to value heliocentric systems to more egalitarian offenses, a deep dive into Mitchell Robinson's impending free agency, what's a fair value in trade for Julius Randle, 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), 888-789-7777/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+ N

On today's pod Shwin and Stacy discuss Zach Lavine's impending free agency this offseason,whether the moves Chicago made to bring in Vucevic and Derozan have ultimately been worth it, what are the paths for the Bulls to compete in the East over the next 2-3 years if Lavine stays, what caliber of player is good enough for the Knicks to make trading the 11th pick worth it, how many players who could reasonably be available when the Knicks are on the clock have legitimate star upside, 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). Physical

On today's pod Shwin is joined by Danny Marang to discuss the state of play in Portland, revisiting their string of roster moves this past season, why this offseason is critical for the Blazers hopes of fielding a competitive team, would Julius Randle be an appealing addition for them, is Dame there for the long haul or is there a chance he asks out if this season isn't successful, 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), 888-789-7777/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

On today's pod Shwin and Prez discuss the Knicks staying at 11th in the draft, whether or not the Knicks consider taking a big with their pick, the upside of Benedict Mathurin as a shooter and defender, does Johnny Davis' have more upside than is commonly believed, the cost to trade up, why the Knicks should take a shot on high upside with this pick, best and worst player+team fits in the lottery, 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)

Prez is joined by the boy wonder Knicks fan Mo, who you may know from his tweets at @molovesnba where he shares helpful thoughts and clips about the Knicks and other teams. We talk about Ben Mathurin and the bigs in this class. 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 Jeff (@FrontPageJeff) to discuss takeaways from both Game 7s, how Boston exploited Milwaukee's deficiencies without Middleton, Tatum's progression as an offensive playmaker, how well does Miami stack up, Phoenix's pathetic effort, Luka's domination, why Dallas' 5-out look is a nightmare to defend, why GSW's defense will struggle against the Mavs' dribble penetration, a blockbuster hypothetical Knicks trade, 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

On today's pod Shwin and Prez discuss the value of shot creation, how the FO has gone about targeting specific profiles to build out the talent base of the roster, why landing a star would elevate this team much faster than what most people believe, should the FO prioritize moving Julius and if so how much of a value can they place on it, how the value of making margin moves changes as your team improves, live reactions to the Celtics game 5 meltdown, 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

Prez is joined by Chuck for the first of a 2 part special where Chuck helps answer the question: what does the 66th percentile outcome -- i.e., good but not great development -- of this year's prospects look like? We go through prospects of the past to find out. 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.

Alex and Matt are back to finish off your mailbag questions for this week, including their biggest fear going into next season, whether they'd go celibate for a Knicks title, Knicks Mail.bag After Dark, and some spoiler-y, nerdy discussions about Obi-Wan, The Batman, and Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of Madness.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 Simon Cherin-Gordon to discussing the gamesmanship in the Warriors/Grizzlies series, Memphis' severe lack of shot creation without Ja neutralizes the defensive improvement in his absence, the refreshing physicality of the Bucks/Celtics matchup, how Phoenix's metronomic consistency can be both a strength and weakness, what takeaways pertaining to roster construction can be drawn from watching the playoffs so far, Brooklyn's downfall, avenues for the Knicks to acquire a star, 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), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat  (CT), 1-800-BETS O

Alex, Matt, and Zach take on your mailbag questions for this week, including which player they'd be most willing to take a chance and whiff on at pick 11 in the draft, what other teams they'd like to see win the draft lottery, who they think will/who they want to start at point guard, who knows the most ball between them, and much more! Make sure to check out Part 2 shortly!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 a

On today's pod Shwin and Stacy are joined by Jack Borman to discuss the Wolves' successful season, why there's so much optimism that this is the beginning of something sustained, why Jaden McDaniels' continued development is critical moving forward, KAT's All-NBA season and why he still has doubters, why DLo could well be on the move, would signing Jalen Brunson help the Knicks take the next step, 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 deposi

On today's pod Shwin and Prez are joined by Juan Carlos to discuss why Leon Rose not talking to the media isn't an issue, how the beat doesn't do a good job of asking pertinent questions when given the opportunities, why analysis of the Knicks at both local and national level lacks focus, projecting how the team's young core would look in a playoff environment, could Jalen Brunson improve and ultimately serve as a pathway to acquiring higher end talent, 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/te

Prez is joined by Strickland contributor StacyPatton and Posting & Toasting Editor Joe Flynn for a Knicks-draft-vibe-check. How are we feeling? Are we nervous? Disappointed? Excited? Who are we irrationally high on? And more questions, for almost 2 hours!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 discuss the likelihood of Randle being traded, the void his departure would leave and are the kids ready to carry the burden, takeaways from the Celtics stark improvement this year, the need for more big wings on the roster, how would Shaedon Sharpe fit on the roster, 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 and Prez discuss the Nets’ first round demise, why Brooklyn’s version of a superteam has garnered much more universal hate and disrespect than previous versions elsewhere, how Chicago’s unceremonious exit serves as a cautionary tale on when to “go for it”, just how good is Shaedon Sharpe and why he ticks of a lot of boxes this front office has targeted in the draft, is Tari Eason being slept on, 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