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Third Apron
by Yossi Gozlan
A fun NBA podcast about transactions and the CBA. Hosted by salary cap analyst Yossi Gozlan and NBA writer Sam Quinn.
Episodes
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Predictions for the 2026-27 Season: Part I
We go over various predictions for the upcoming season. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You can follow Sam on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/SamQuinnCBS Third Apron is...
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Teams with the Most Pressure Ahead of the 2026-27 NBA Season
The start of the 2026-27 NBA regular season is one week away. Sam and I preview it by going over the teams we believe have the highest stakes. We also discuss the Brandin Podziemski and Peyton Pritchard extensions. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky:...
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The Second Annual Trade Awards for 2025-26 | Third Apron Podcast
In honor of our first anniversary as co-hosts, Sam hosts our second annual trade awards. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You can follow Sam on: Twitter:...
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Detroit Pistons 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Bryce Simon and Omari Sankofa join the show to review the Pistons' offseason while I break down the salary cap mechanics of all their transactions. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets:...
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Drafting the Top Players to Start a Franchise with in 2026: Part 2 | Third Apron Podcast
John Gonzalez of CBS Sports joins the show to help us draft the best players to start a franchise with. We took turns selecting players in a three-team snake draft. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary…
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Jalen Duren re-signs with Pistons, Stephen Curry and Jamal Shead extensions, and another Hield trade
Jalen Duren is re-signing with the Pistons for five years, $200 million. Sam and I review the deal and then look ahead into potential trades when he becomes trade-eligible in January. We also discuss other extensions for Stephen Curry and Jamal Shead and how they impact their teams. You can…
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Drafting the Top Players to Start a Franchise with in 2026: Part 1
John Gonzalez of CBS Sports joins the show to help us draft the best players to start a franchise with. But we took turns selecting players in a three-team snake draft. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social…
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Dallas Mavericks 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Grant Afseth joins the show to review the Mavericks' offseason while I break down the salary cap mechanics of all their transactions. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com...
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Kawhi Leonard extension, Jalen Duren sign-and-trades, Knicks negotiations, & Hawks-Hornets trade
We discuss the top transactions and rumors from the past week. Kawhi Leonard extended with the Raptors for two years, worth $115 million. The Pistons increased their offer to Jalen Duren to five years, $200 million, but he might prefer a change of scenery. Meanwhile, the Knicks may be far apart…
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Memphis Grizzlies 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Damichael Cole and Joe Mullinax join the show to review the Grizzlies' offseason while I break down the salary cap mechanics of all their transactions. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets:...
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New Orleans Pelicans 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Jake Madison returns to the show to review the Pelicans offseason while I break down how they accomplished them cap-wise. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com Third Apron is...
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Extensions for Keyonte George, Ausar Thompson, Saddiq Bey, and Pelle Larsson
We discuss the four extensions released over the last couple of days. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You can follow Sam on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/SamQuinnCBS...
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Charlotte Hornets 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
James Plowright of BuzzBeat returns to the show to review the Hornets' offseason moves. And of course, I break down how they accomplished them cap-wise. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets:...
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Mailbag: Kawhi Trade, Jalen Duren Update, Knicks 14th Spot, and more
Sam returns from vacation to help answer your questions and react to recent league news. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You can follow Sam on: Twitter:...
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Front Office Rankings: 2026 Offseason Edition Part IV
We go through teams 25-30 of Sam's front office rankings. Article: https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/nba-front-office-rankings-part-2-lakers-trail-blazers-2026/ You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap...
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Los Angeles Lakers 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Jovan Buha joins the show to discuss the Lakers' offseason. I also break down how they utilized all their cap space to complete their signings and the moves they made once they were over the cap. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky:...
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Los Angeles Clippers 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Tomer Azarly joins the show to discuss the Clippers' offseason while I break down how they were able to execute all their moves under the salary cap rules and tight apron restrictions. We also touch on the ruling against them and the first steps to recovering from their loss of 5 first-round…
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Jordan Hawkins-AJ Johnson Trade Breakdown and Salary Cap Analysis
The Pelicans are trading Jordan Hawkins, Micah Peavy, a second-round pick, and a second-round pick swap for AJ Johnson and Taj Gibson. I break down the cap mechanics of the deal, what motivated each team to do it, and why none of the players involved may make the opening night roster. Stretch...
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Front Office Rankings: 2026 Offseason Edition Part III
We go through teams 18-24 of Sam's front office rankings. Article: https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/nba-front-office-rankings-part-2-lakers-trail-blazers-2026/ You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap...
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Brooklyn Nets 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Brian Lewis and Erik Slater return to the show to discuss the Nets' offseason while I break down how they were able to execute all their moves under the salary cap rules and tight apron restrictions. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky:...
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Clippers Punished, to Forfeit 5 First-Round Picks, Suspensions/Fines, and more
Emergency episode that has brought Sam out of his vacation. The NBA has ruled that the Clippers circumvented the salary cap to funnel money to Kawhi Leonard. They will lose first-round draft picks between 2029-2033. They'll also face various suspensions and fines, which we discuss at length. You...
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2027 Mock Expansion Draft | Third Apron Podcast
Bobby Marks and Keith Smith join the show to do the 2027 mock expansion draft. They represent the two new expansion teams and select players available to them from all 30 teams. I represent the current teams and negotiate trades with them to keep players I value and move off ones I don't.…
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Front Office Rankings: 2026 Offseason Edition Part II
We discuss teams 11-17 of Sam's front office rankings. Article: https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/nba-front-office-rankings-top-15-knicks-celtics-2026/ You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets:...
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Miami Heat 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis | Third Apron Podcast
Wes Goldberg joins the show to discuss the Heat's offseason while I break down how they were able to execute all their moves under the salary cap rules and tight apron restrictions. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky:...
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Front Office Rankings: 2026 Offseason Edition Part I
We go through the first 10 teams of Sam's front office rankings. Article: https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/nba-front-office-rankings-top-15-knicks-celtics-2026/ You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap...
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Cleveland Cavaliers 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Spencer Davies and Spencer German return to the show to discuss all of the Cavaliers' offseason moves while Yossi breaks them all down from a salary cap perspective. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary...
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Peyton Watson to the Cavaliers, Max Strus to the Clippers, Five-Team Trade
Peyton Watson has been signed and traded to the Cavaliers in a deal involving five teams, with the Clippers getting Max Strus. The Dennis Schroder-Tre Mann trade has been folded into this one and further expanded. Sam and I break it all down. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter:...
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Houston Rockets 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Kelly Iko of Yahoo Sports joins the show to discuss all of the Suns' offseason moves while Yossi breaks them all down from a salary cap perspective. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets:...
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Biggest "What Ifs" for Star Players Who Left Their Team: Part II
Sam and I go over some more of the teams featuring star players that we wished stayed together a little longer. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You can follow Sam on:...
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Phoenix Suns 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Gerald Bourguet of Suns After Dark joins the show to discuss all of the Suns' offseason moves while Yossi breaks them all down from a salary cap perspective. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap...
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Biggest "What Ifs" for Star Players Who Left Their Team: Part I
Sam and I go over some of the biggest star movements of the past 15 years and discuss what could've happened if the player stayed. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You…
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Minnesota Timberwolves 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Dane Moore joins the show to review the Wolves' offseason, each move they made, the long-term implications of the LaMelo Ball trade, and how they could round out their frontcourt later. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky:...
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Golden State Warriors 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Sam Esfandiari of Light Years podcast joins the show to review the Warriors' offseason, each move they made, why they're in this position, and how they should proceed. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social…
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Philadelphia 76ers 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Adam Aaronson joins the show to review the Sixers' offseason, each move they made, and what they could do next. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com Third Apron is available...
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NBA 2026 Offseason Rankings Part 3
We continue our offseason rankings with the final 10 teams. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You can follow Sam on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/SamQuinnCBS Third Apron…
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Boston Celtics 2026 Offseason Reaction and Salary Cap Analysis
Justin Quinn and Daniel Donabedian of Havlicek Stole the Pod join the show to review the Celtics' 2026 offseason. I also break down how the Celtics performed each of their transactions from a salary cap perspective. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky:...
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NBA 2026 Offseason Rankings Part 2
We continue part 2 of our offseason rankings. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You can follow Sam on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/SamQuinnCBS Third Apron is available…
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NBA 2026 Offseason Rankings: Teams That Did the Best
With the offseason mostly done, we discuss the teams who had the best summer. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You can follow Sam on: Twitter:...
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LeBron James Signing with the Sixers: Fallout and Implications Leaguewide
LeBron James has finally made his decision and surprised us all by joining the Philadelphia 76ers. We discuss it as well as how other teams in pursuit of him will do next. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social...
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Lu Dort Traded to the Hawks
I'm back home from Vegas. Sam and I discuss the three-way trade sending Lu Dort and Ryan Nembhard to the Hawks, Zaccharie Risacher to the Mavericks, and picks to the Thunder. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky…
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Victor Wembanyama Extension, Gary Trent Deal, and Contract Trends
We go over some of the recent moves around the league and answer questions. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You can follow Sam on: Twitter:...
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Donovan Mitchell Extends, 35% Max Debate, and Mailbag
We go over some of the recent moves around the league and answer questions. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You can follow Sam on: Twitter:...
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Ranking the 6 LeBron James Suitors, and What is Going on in Denver?
It's 2010 all over again. LeBron James is a free agent and is choosing between six teams. We rank them and their fits for him. Also, we discuss the Nuggets' silence and what it entails. And we catch up on other transactions around the league. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter:...
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Jaylen Brown is a Sixer, Walker Kessler is a Laker | Day 2 Free Agency Moves
We recap today's moves: Jaylen Brown for Paul George, Walker Kessler to the Lakers, and more. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You can follow Sam on: Twitter:...
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Kawhi to Toronto, LeBron Leaving Lakers, and All Day 1 Free Agency Moves
We recap today's moves: Kawhi Leonard is heading back to Toronto, LeBron announces he won't return to the Lakers, and more. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social Salary cap sheets: www.capsheets.com You can…
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Ja to Portland, Duren Sign and Trades, Warriors Klutch Pipedream & More
Ja Morant has been traded to the Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray. We discuss that, Jalen Duren seeking a sign and trade, what the Pistons are trying to do, the Warriors trying to get LeBron and Anthony Davis, plus contracts for Andrew Wiggins, Julian Champagnie, Landry Shamet,...
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Miles Bridges to Phoenix, Kawhi-Raptors/Mavericks, LeBron's Future & More
The Suns traded for Miles Bridges today. We discuss that, what the Suns could do next, today's batch of Kawhi Leonard rumors, and what LeBron's non-Laker options look like. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.social...
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Nikola Jokic Future in Denver, Jaylen Brown Trade Market & more
According to Marc Stein, Nikola Jokic may hold off on extending with the Nuggets. Can they make the moves necessary to convince him to extend? And what kind of trade should the Celtics accept for Jaylen Brown? We discuss that and more. You can follow Yossi on: Twitter:...
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LaMelo Trade, Kawhi Rumors, Beef Stew Trade, Austin Reaves Contract & more
The Wolves are trading Naz Reid and every last draft pick they could for LaMelo Ball. Could Kawhi return to his previous teams? Isaiah Stewart also got traded and Austin Reaves got a max contract. We'll discuss that and where the Grizzlies and Lakers could go from here. You can follow Yossi on:...
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Giannis Traded to the Heat, Julius Randle/Nic Claxton Trade, & Trae Young Max
It's finally over! We discuss the trade sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Heat, why the Timberwolves dumped Julius Randle, the Bulls getting Nic Claxton. Also, Ayo Dosunmu and Trae Young got HOW MUCH? You can follow Yossi on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlan BlueSky:...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A fun NBA podcast about transactions and the CBA. Hosted by salary cap analyst Yossi Gozlan and NBA writer Sam Quinn.
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