Game Theory Podcast
Sam Vecenie, a Senior NBA Writer at The Athletic, talks all about basketball. From the NBA, to the NBA Draft, to college hoops and even some high school, Vecenie is has you covered in this show. And some thoughts on movies, too.
Episodes
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the latest verion of the Lebron James sweepstakes before going through several free agents signings that occurred over the weekend.
02:15 The latest on Lebron James & The Decision 4.0
23:57 Rui Hachimura landing spots
34:28 Peyton Watson
35:14 Jalen Duren
36:26 Jonathan Kuminga
38:30 Tari Eason re-signs with Rockets
46:59 Anfernee Sim...
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon react to the MADNESS that occurred in the NBA during the first full day of free agency.
02:37 Jaylen Brown traded to the 76ers
27:28 Paul George traded to the Celtics
39:46 Mitchel Robinson signs with Celtics
45:41 The Lakers Had A BUSY Day!
1:08:10 Utah trades Walker Kessler; Signs Jasxon Hayes
1:17:10 Norman Powel signs with Bulls
1:24:45 John Collins signs...
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon react to all the transactions from day/night 1 of NBA Free Agency.
01:12 Clippers trade Kawhi Leonard to the Raptors
28:50 Lakers begin life after Lebron James
1:02:27 Luke Kennard signs with Suns
1:04:49 Keon Ellis sign with Nets
1:06:15 Kobe Sanders re-signs with Clippers
1:07:08 Branden Carlson/Rob Williams sign with Trail Blazers
1:08:40 Tim Hardaway Jr s...
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the reported NBA moves & rumors that have occurred so far this offseason.
02:35 Grizzlies trade Ja Morant to the Blazers
20:12 Warriors re-sign Porzingis/Draymond opts out/plan to acquire Lebron, AD
34:49 Pistons re-sign Kevin Huerter; Jalen Duren (RFA) taking meetings
54:33 Knicks re-sign Landry Shamet; Dolan refuses to exceed 2nd Apron to re-sig...
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the reported NBA moves & rumors that have occured so far this offseason.
02:02 Hornets trade Miles Bridges To Suns for Allen/O'Neale
33:32 Austin Reaves re-signs with Lakers
44:10 Thunder trades Isaiah Joe; Re-signs Isaiah Hartenstein
1:01:43 Knicks re-sign Jose Alvarado
1:03:47 Pistons trade Isaiah Stewart to Grizzlies
1:08:27 Magic waive Jonatha...
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon react to the trade that sent LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves & Naz Reid, picks to the Charlotte Hornets.
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In this edition of the Game Theory Podacst, Sam Vecenie is joined by Kyle Mann (The Ringer) to provide in the moment analysis of every player take in the 2nd round of the 2026 NBA Draft!
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In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon react LIVE to all 30 picks selected during the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft!
(24:58) - #1. Washington Wizards draft AJ Dybantsa (BYU)
(31:15) - #2. Utah Jazz draft Darryn Peterson (Kansas)
(37:19) - #3. Memphis Grizzlies draft Cameron Boozer (Duke)
(43:49) - #4. Chicago Bulls draft Caleb Wilson (North Carolina)
(50:09) - #5. LA Clippers draft Keaton Wagl...
Giannis Antetokounmpo has finally been traded to the Miami Heat, so Andrew Claudio joins Sam Vecenie to break down the deal and what it means for the Heat, the Bucks and the rest of the league.
(0:00) GIANNIS TRADED TO THE MIAMI HEAT
(24:35) What's next for the Milwaukee Bucks?
(59:14) Wolves trade Julius Randle to Nets
(1:11:55) Nic Claxton traded to Bulls/Ayo Dosunmu re-signs w/ Timberwolves
(1:21:16) GMAC Shares Thoughts O...
In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon open reacting to the latest NBA news before conducting their Final Mock Draft before the real thing happens on Tuesday evening!
(1:25) Dusty May Named Head Coach of Dallas Mavericks
(7:25) Wizards re-sign Trae Young (4 years, $212-million)
(22:44) Hawks re-sign CJ McCollum; acquire Aaron Wiggins from OKC
(29:24) Suns re-sign Collin Gillespie & Jordan Good...
In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the Washington Wizards & several big decisions they have to make this offseason.
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In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the Dallas Mavericks & several big decisions they have to make this offseason.
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In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the Utah Jazz & several big decisions they have to make this offseason.
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In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the Brooklyn Nets & several big decisions they have to make this offseason.
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In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the Chicago Bulls & several big decisions they have to make this offseason.
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In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the Golden State Warriors & several big decisions they have to make this offseason.
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In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the Sacramento Kings & several big decisions they have to make this offseason.
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In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce SImon 1-to-30 & conduct their 3rd mock draft of the 2026 NBA Draft season with one week to go until the big night!
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In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the Memphis Grizzlies & several big decisions they have to make this offseason.
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In this Game Theory offseason preview, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon discuss the 2026 NBA Champion New York Knicks & decisions they have to make this offseason.
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