EP #035 : I CANT PUT DOWN THE CUP

This episode of the PROCONversations PODCAST (Ep #035) focuses on the NBA Cup, specifically reviewing the results of the quarterfinal and semifinal matchups and predicting the NBA Cup Finals winner.Quarterfinal Recaps: (0:41 - 2:27)Eastern Conference: The Orlando Magic defeated the Miami Heat (117-108), and the New York Knicks beat the Toronto Raptors (117-101).Western Conference: The Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the Phoenix Suns (138-89), while the San Antonio Spurs upset the Los Angeles Lakers (132-118), despite Victor Wembanyama initially being listed as out (2:53).Semifinal Recaps & Discussion: (3:16 - 11:27)The Knicks defeated the Magic, led by Jalen Brunson's 40-point performance (3:56).The Spurs ended the Thunder's 16-game win streak (7:13) in a game that marked Wembanyama's return from injury, where he came off the bench (5:58).The hosts criticize the strategic fouling at the end of the Spurs/Thunder game (8:42).NBA Trade Rumors & Analysis: (19:26 - 29:30)The hosts discuss potential trade destinations for Giannis Antetokounmpo, including the Spurs, Heat, Warriors, Timberwolves, and Knicks (19:46).They analyze the logistical challenges of pairing Giannis with Wembanyama in San Antonio (14:44).Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis are also discussed as likely trade candidates (25:15).Historical Comparisons & Finals Prediction: (31:13 - 43:10)The hosts debate whether the current OKC Thunder team could beat the 73-9 Golden State Warriors (32:32).NBA Cup Finals Prediction: Both hosts predict the San Antonio Spurs will defeat the New York Knicks (42:43).NFL News: (43:35 - 47:13)The episode closes with a brief discussion on Philip Rivers returning to start for a team (unspecified in the clip) against Seattle (43:52).