Josh and Raul are joined by Dan Favale of Bleacher Report and the Hardwood Knocks podcast to talk about Duke players currently making headlines in the NBA. Topics discussed include:
The Dallas Mavericks improbably landing the #1 pick in the 2025 draft
Cooper Flagg's fit on the current Mavericks roster
Whether Dallas will trade a big man to clear out minutes in the crowded frontcourt
Jared McCain having a very promising rookie season despite it being cut short by injuries
McCain's fit with Tyrese Maxey in an undersized backcourt
Kyle Filipowski possibly having the best offensive season of any NBA rookie
Filipowski's longterm fit with Utah's glut of forwards
Paolo Banchero's ceiling
Orlando's need to surround Banchero with better spacing to maximize his efficiency
Whether the new front office in New Orleans will or should trade Zion Williamson
Potential contenders that could benefit from Williamson's skillset as well as manage his absences
Jayson Tatum's devastating Achilles' injury
What kind of player Tatum might be once he returns
Where Boston goes from here with Tatum out for the season
Some random last-minute Charlotte Hornets talk
You can follow Dan Twitter @danfavale or Bluesky @danfavale.bksy.social. You can find the Hardwood Knocks podcast on all major podcast streaming apps as well as at https://www.youtube.com/@HardwoodKnocksNBA.
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