EP #010 : Pay US What You Owe US

This tenth episode of the PROCONversations Podcast features hosts Jace and Moot discussing recent major moves in the NBA, developments in the WNBA, and notable retirements in the NFL. The episode opens with the hosts reflecting on the grind of producing ten episodes and their commitment to improving quality (0:00 - 1:31).NBA Trade Talk: (1:40 - 10:00)Marcus Smart to the Lakers: The hosts discuss Marcus Smart's buyout from the Wizards and his move to the Los Angeles Lakers. Jace highlights the need for a point-of-attack defender, while Moot wonders how the lineup will work with LeBron, D'Angelo Russell, and Smart together (1:40 - 6:18).Chris Paul to the Clippers: The duo analyzes Chris Paul's move to the Los Angeles Clippers, agreeing he will bolster their bench unit and enhance the play of Zubac and John Collins (6:18 - 9:55).WNBA Discussion: (9:55 - 24:50)"Pay Us What You Owe Us": The hosts discuss the WNBA All-Star game and the "Pay Us What You Owe Us" shirts worn by players, advocating for better compensation (9:55 - 13:09).Caitlin Clark & All-Star Controversy: The conversation turns to drama surrounding Caitlin Clark, with Jace criticizing older players for not welcoming the new attention Clark and Angel Reese bring to the league (13:09 - 17:15).Angel Reese's "Mebounds": They praise Angel Reese for trademarking the term "Mebounds" (originally used to clown her rebounding style) and releasing a shoe, calling it a smart business move (17:15 - 21:30).NFL News & Retirements: (24:50 - 43:10)Commanders Name Change: The hosts discuss the ongoing discourse about bringing back the Redskins name (24:50 - 29:20).Notable Retirements: They pay tribute to legendary players who recently retired, including Tyrann Mathieu (Honey Badger) (30:37 - 32:40), Jimmy Graham (32:40 - 34:30), and Philip Rivers (34:30 - 35:00).Saints QB Situation: The episode ends with a debate over the New Orleans Saints quarterback situation, with the hosts questioning why Spencer Rattler isn't getting more consideration over Tyler Shough (42:25 - 44:00).