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In the NO Podcast Episode 55: The Value of a Bench Player
Michael and I talk about the strong showing by this team, talk about ownership and the announcement made by David Stern this weekend, and talk about how they really feel about finding ‘the point guard of the future.’ Last, we ask you for your trade ideas for the next week podcasts. It’ll be a Trade […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 54: Don’t watch the Draft Lottery
We invite NBC Sports ProBasketballTalk writer and CavsTheBlog founder John Krolik on to talk about the Cavs and what they went through last year and what he did to help the Cavs win the lottery. Then, Michael and I play “Starter Quality or Not” with Gustavo Ayon, Vasquez, Aminu, and Xavier Henry and then talk […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 52: Flying Basketball Players
Michael and I talk about the Hornets and their losing ways, Gustavo Ayon, Ariza playing too damn much, and then are joined by Jason Calmes as Michael rants about life, liberty, and the pursuit of flying basketball players. You read that right. Enjoy the Podcast! Want it on Itunes?
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In the NO Podcast Episode 50: Gordon, Kaman and Bold Predictions
Michael and I share a precious moment anniversary as we work through our fiftieth podcast about the Hornets. We talk about the Gordon extension that wasn’t, the Kaman trade that is to be, and each make 3 bold, bold, BOLD predictions about this team involving Aminu, Ariza, Anthony Davis, and the Tumblewolves. Oh, and Gustavo […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 49: Rotations
Michael and I talk rotations, I get foul-mouthed about Jack, though probably not in the way you are expecting, we make a wager, and Michael shills for a sponsor in the most pathetic way possible. I am much to dignified to do something like that. Now, excuse me while I eat some Tostitos corn chips. […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 48: Looking for a Favorite Player
Michael and I talk about the week that was, more draft, and more thinking towards the future. Oh, and I fail to ambush Michael not once, as “Mikestrodamus” proves unflappable. Whatever. Next time I’ll ask him about Star Trek. Dude probably doesn’t know the difference between a Betazoid and a Bajoran. Loser.
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In the NO Podcast Episode 47: Into the Garbage Chute
Ryan and Michael discuss the first two weeks of the season, what we like, what we don’t like. Inevitably, talk turns to the future, a little about the draft, and where they think the Timberwolves will finish the season. Playoffs . . . or not?
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In the NO Podcast Episode 46: Season Preview
Ryan and Michael elaborate on their season previews. You’ll probably hate my pessimism. Michael tries to set me straight though. Fools! I cannot be swayed from my path of gloom! (Note: Podcast was recorded prior to Q-Pon trade)
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In the NO Podcast Episode 44: It’s the End of the World as we know it . . .
And I feel fine. So does Michael. Do you? Ryan and Michael talk the trade that wasn’t, the trade that was, the moves that could be, and the future chance at greatness for the team. They also talk about David West leaving, and some of the more inflammatory comments he made once he arrived in […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 43: Trading Chris Paul for an X-mas Package
Yeah. Michael tries to talk about boring crap like TJ Ford and Chuck Hayes, but I put his nose to the grindstone and get talking about when the Hornets trade Chris Paul and what sort of surprise package we can expect for him. I’m hoping for a Lego Castle set. Those things are cool.
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In the NO Episode 42: Chris Paul, Chris Paul, and Chris Paul!
The guys talk about Chris Paul, whether he’ll stay or go – and what to try to get for him if he goes. Oh, and we try to apportion blame for the fact the Hornets have had a megastar for 7 years, and have generally failed to contend. I blame McNamara. Also on slate this […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 40: Competing General Managers
Jason Calmes hosts as Ryan and Michael compete at being the World’s Greatest Hornets GMs, deciding which of the Hornets’ own free agents they would extend an offer to and which they would send packing. Will either of them give David West some love? Also on slate this week for our the NBA is back […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 39: Ownership, Tickets, and Staying Put
Ryan, Jason and Michael talk about ownership issues, profitability, and other issues that impact the Hornets staying in New Orleans. It’s odd how good the Hornets seem to look despite all their “issues”. Also on slate this week for our the NBA is back Podcasting Extravaganza: Mon– Discuss new CBA Tues– Ownership Wed– A look […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 38: Loving the CBA in all the wrong places
The guys return for the 2011-2012 season as the CBA is tentatively agreed on. Â Ryan, Michael and special guest Jason Calmes sink their teeth into the CBA, talk about how it impacts the boys in Creole Blue and the rest of the league. Â Also, prepare to be disgusted by Michael. Â Like usual.
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In the NO Podcast Episode 37: Building the Team
Ryan and Michael put together the off-seasons that each want to see from the Hornets, trading, signing, and each attempting to improve the team. Bask in their mad GM skills – – or mock them. Either works for us. Enjoy! Oh, and vote for your favorite off-season below the player!
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In the NO Podcast Episode 36: The Other Guy
In a few weeks – or possibly a year if the CBA negotiations suck as hard as we expect it too, there will be teams offering David West the sun, the moon, the stars, and to be his baby momma if he so desires. Tonight, we talk with Jared Wade of the Truehoop Network’s Pacers […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 35, Part 3: I love feeling the Draft
In the third and final part of the Podcast recorded on the 20th, Michael and Ryan talk draft, draft, draft. Oh, and trades. And some draft. And some draft-related trades. And some trade-related drafting. I love the draft.
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In the NO Podcast Episode 35: Parts 1 and 2
In the opening two parts of a three-part Podcast extravaganza, Ryan and Michael talk about LeBron, Dirk, the Playoffs, Parity in the NBA, daddy issues, the CBA, whether David West opting out may be a good thing, which players we think we may see the back of, and which will stick around. Part 3 will […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 34: Onward March!
Ryan and Michael talk about the roster, what players should or shouldn’t stick around, how to handle West and Landry, express their hopes for the team, and Ryan goes all downer and almost makes Michael want to cry. Really. You know how Michael is. Enjoy the Podcast! Want it on Itunes?
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In the NO Podcast Episode 33: Breaking out the Red Ink
In part 1 of their Season Review Podcast, Michael and Ryan talk the last two games of the series and then review the players play over the course of the season, discuss their futures with the team, and break out the red ink to give grades to each of them. Want it on iTunes? Here’s […]