In season three, episode two of the Swish List Podcast, Moses and Rhoman dive into an eventful week in the NBA, which left one feeling like a kid in a candy shop. They discuss a massive gambling scandal with FBI indictments involving players like Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and potential connections to LeBron James. The significance of these scandals on the sport and its reputation is explored.
Moving on to basketball highlights, they cover breakout performances from the San Antonio Spurs and other players, including Tyrese Maxey, Victor Wembanyama, and Chet Holmgren. The hosts debate on whether anyone can break into the MVP conversation alongside stars like Luka Dončić, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokić, and Stephen Curry. They also reflect on fan happiness index, best-performing teams, and the most disappointing teams so far. The segment wraps up with a historical debate on who would be better in today's NBA, Larry Bird or Magic Johnson, and a fun draft of players who excelled after switching teams.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:56 NBA Gambling Scandal Unveiled
02:19 LeBron James and the Scandal Connections
06:07 Impact on the NBA and Solutions
09:32 Incredible NBA Performances and MVP Race
12:00 Steph Curry's Dominance
13:54 Comparing Top NBA Players
20:12 Rising Stars and Rookie Standouts
25:44 Philadelphia 76ers' Duality
28:33 Fan Happiness Index
33:53 Point Guard Dilemma
34:48 Rockets and Mavericks' Struggles
35:15 Teams' Early Season Woes
35:46 Utah Jazz and Ace Bailey
37:20 Young Players Finding Their Footing
38:19 Drafting Players Who Excelled After Switching Teams
42:02 James Harden: Stop Me When You Hear a Better Player
45:14 Favorite Teams of the Last Decade
50:03 2K Addiction Stories
52:20 Magic Johnson vs. Larry Bird Debate
57:03 Podcast Wrap-Up
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