Jake's Takes: Recent Episodes
Jake's Takes
Sports podcast focusing Basketball. I look at the NBA specifically but also look at college basketball as it relates to the NBA.
I look at the standings so far and how teams are doing. I also look at some other NBA news.
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I look at the Steve Nash Firing and the potential Ime Udoka hiring. I also look at the Lakers and what Myles Turner said.
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I look at the Lakers who are 0-5 and what's wrong. I give my opinion on the Lakers and what they can do to change things.
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I look at the start of the NBA season and how teams are doing. I also look at comments made by Adam Silver in regards to tanking.
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I look at NBA latest news. I also give you my must watch tv list ranking each team based on how much must watch tv they are based on standings and players.
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I look at potential spots that Green could get traded to if moved. I also look at other NBA news.
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I start with the Draymond Green Jordan Poole fight. I then switch to NBA tanking and the potential for Lebron to own a Vegas basketball team.
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I look at the crazy trade between the Thunder and Rockets and what I means for both teams. I also look at other NBA news.
I look at the Detroit Pistons and why they are making good moves this offseason. I also look at why trades that take place end up being less value that rumored. Why some players get traded for less than discussed.
I look at the Utah Detroit Trade first. I discuss it in detail and its impact. I also look at the Celtics and the developing Ime Udoka Suspension. What that means for the Celtics season.
I look at Robert Server and what happen to him and mess he has created in Phoenix. I also look at what could happen and if he could be forced to sell the team. I also look at other NBA News.
I look at the news of two new expansion teams that could be coming to Seattle and Vegas. I look at all aspects including potential players that could be taken.
I look at what could happen after the Utah Mitchell trade. What will Utah do? I also look at what my updated post trade standings look like.
I look at the Mitchell trade to Cleveland for both sides. I also look at why Utah and Cleveland won this trade.
I look at the Lakers Utah Patrick Beverly trade and what it means for each team. I also look at some of the biggest games of the NBA Season.
I look at the latest Donovan Mitchell news as well as other stuff in the NBA including Lebron and his new extension.
I look at the KD ultimatum he threw out at Joe Tsai and what this means for everyone involved and the league. I look at who holds the leverage now.
KD is meeting with Joseph Tsai and will discuss the situation. I look at what could be discussed between both sides. I also look at some other NBA News.
I look at the potential tampering that occurred with the Knicks and 76's. I see if they were out of line. I also look at Bill Russell who passed away and his legacy in the NBA.
I look at the NBA news of a potential KD trade to Boston for Jaylen Brown. I look at the pros and cons and give you my opinion.
I start with the Westbrook situation and why the players want him to stay but the team may not. I also look at the inevitable situation of Donavan Mitchell getting traded to the Knicks and why I am so sure it will take place.
After the Gobert Trade I look at the potential moves that can be made in Utah and how they could be heading to a rebuild.
I look at the latest rumors involving Kyrie, Durant, Deandre Ayton, and Donovan Mitchell.
I look at the KD trade situation and what could come of it. I look at some potential trade offers and why they could work or not.
I look at Kevin Durant and Kyrie asking out of Brooklyn. I also look at possible locations. I then look at Deandre Ayton and where he can end up.
I look at all of the NBA Free Agency moves, trades, and rumors that have taken place so far.
i look at the. Utah Jazz after Quinn Snyder steps down and Donavan Mitchell is not happy. I see what the offseason could hold and who could take over for Quinn.
I look at game 7 between the Celtics and Heat. I also look at the NBA Draft and what teams could move up or down in the draft with their picks.
I look at the NBA Draft Lottery and who picks first. I also give you a mock first round draft.
I look at some of the playoff teams in round 2 and how they became good playoff teams through trades free agency and the draft.
I look at the potential options for Lakers head coaches next year as well as some things they can do this offseason with their team.
I look at the Utah Jazz and the potential changes they could be going through this offseason.
I look at all of the round one matchups in the NBA playoffs and look at round 2 coming up. I predict the outcome of round 2 all around.
I look at the first round of the playoffs. I look at the first two games of each team matchup. Who is doing good and who is surprising us so far.
I look at the 3 and 4 seed matchups in the east and the west. I see who will win in the first round in each of the 4 matchups.
I look at the playoff picture and how the seeding looks in the east and west. I also look at the NBA awards and who could win each award.
I look at the NBA playoff picture in the east and west. who is eliminated and who clinched. I also look at the NBA draft.
I look at the NBA Standings mid March. Who is doing good and who is rebuilding. I also look at who has the makings for a good playoff team.
I look at the 2021 trade deadline one year later. How everything looks after a year of activity in the league.
I look at the Harden Simmons deal weeks later and how it benefits both sides. I also look at the Celtics and the draft.
I look at the all star weekend and what took place. I also look at the NBA 75th List which was revealed and celebrated at all star weekend.
I look at the OKC Thunder GM Sam Presti and why he is so good. I also look at Beal and Dame and if they could be moved.
I look at the NBA Standings after the trade deadline. I see who looks better overall and who is still at the bottom.
I look at three pre deadline deals that took place and what impact they have on their teams and the NBA
I look at the NBA Standings and some of the rumors. I look at the east and wast and who is on top.
I start by looking at the all star game starter and who didn't deserve the starting spot. I then looked at some Rumors involving Ben Simmons Marcus Smart Atlanta and Sacramento.
I look at the potential for James Harden to leave after the season and how this could parallel the Brooklyn Nets after they trades with Boston for Pierce and KG.
I look at the Celtics Denver Spurs 3 team deal and what the motives could have been. I also look at the Pistons and Kings in their pursuit for Ben Simmons.
I look at first the Cam Reddish Trade to New York and why New York won this deal. I then look at the ever changing Ben Simmons situation as well as how the Kings fit into the equation.
I look at the 2021-2022 Portland Traiblazers and what they can do with this team. I looks at the different plans that they could go with moving forward depending on if this season is a wash and they tank.
I look at the potential for a Russell Westbrook trade if the Lakers keep sliding. I also look at each NBA team and how they are doing.
I look at the Covid situation in the NBA and around sports. I also look at some other NBA news.
I look at the Indiana Pacers and the Possibility that they rebuild following the latest rumors that some of their key pieces are available in a trade.
I look at 4 NBA teams (Pacers Raptors Kings and Timberwolves) and how they are preforming. I talk about each team and what I expect for them moving foward.
I look at the latest Ben Simmons rumors which involve Detroit. I also look at the Wizards and Warriors and why they are at the top of the east and west.
I look at the rumors of Ben Simmons going to Boston. I see what could happen to get that done. I also look at how some of the top rookies are doing so far.
I look at the Phoenix Suns owner and Portland Trailblazers GM/Player of Basketball Ops who are being investigated for misconduct. I then look at the NBA and how teams are doing.
Ben is hurt and was suspended for one game. How long will this charade go on in Philly.
Kyrie could be out of Brooklyn. I look at some trades and destinations for the former All Star.
I look at Ben Simmons and his surprise return to Philly. I also look at the Kyrie Irving situation and how it is going.
I look at some NBA Vaccine news involving Kyrie and Andrew Wiggins. I also look at Pau Gasol who retired.
At the start of training camp I look at what I believe to be the east and west playoff standings.
I look at the Ben Simmons situation after telling teammates not to come to LA. I look at what's up and some Simmons trades.
I look at the Ben Simmons situation at the moment and how he says that he will never suit up for the 76's again. I look at his value and some Ben Simmons Trades.
I look at some NBA news stories and give my opinions. I look at the Clippers John Wall and some trades.
I look at the potential split between John Wall and the Houston Rockets. What teams could nye interested in the PG.
I look at the LA and Brooklyn offseason and how they are the model for a championship team. I also look at Bradley Beal and Damian Lillard.
I look at they this situation could get messy. I look at what offers could come up and how the guys that Philly want might not be available. I also look at some other NBA news.
I look at the recent three team trade involving Larry Nance Jr. I also look at some other NBA news.
I look at the Celtics and Marcus Smarts new contract. I also look at some Memphis Grizzlies trades as well as some other NBA news.
I look at the Ben Simmons situation and what could happen with him. Where could he end up if he is traded. I look at Golden State as a potential option seeing as Ben want to be in California.
I look at my post free agency standing for next years top 8. I also look at the other NBA news.
Its draft day. I look at the potential storylines that could play out in this years NBA Draft.
I look at my last NBA Mock Draft before it takes place. I also added in trades that could happen.
I look at some NBA Pre Draft Trades based on the latest rumors. I see which ones make sense and how rumored players can get on certain teams.
Bradley Beal could request a trade this week. Boston Golden state Philly and Miami are possible spots he would play. I look at the likelihood he ends up in one of those places
I look at the NBA Champion Milwaukee Bucks. I see how their playoffs and season went. I also do my first 2021 mock NBA Draft.
What kind of team wins championships, Superteams or well balanced teams. Is a good bench better or a big 3. I also look at how Milwaukee and Phoenix got to this place. From the bottom of the NBA to the top.
Does Damien Lillard actually want out of Portland? I look at the possible spots he could go and what is best for Portland.
I first look at the NBA Finals and why the Suns will win. I also look at Ben Simmons trade rumors and other NBA news.
I look at first some names of players who could be traded this offseason. I say if they will or not. I also look at the Phoenix Suns and their playoff success.
I look at the recent head coaching openings to get filled. I also look at the rumors on the other unfilled head coaching spots.
I look at the NBA Draft Lottery and all its implications. I also look at the other news in the NBA involving the playoffs and Head Coaching decisions.
I look at the Celtics Oklahoma City Trade involving Kemba and Al Horford. I look who did good and how both sides got what they wanted.
I look at all 6 head coaching openings and rank each team least desirable to most desirable. I also look at each pro and con.
I look at the success of the Suns and how CP3 is the biggest reason why they are winning. I also look at the Nets and how they could repeat the Boston Pierce Garnett trade all over again if Harden doesn't work out.
I look at the 2nd round of the playoffs. I also look at the NBA head coaching openings and what each team needs in a new head coach.
I look at Portland and Washington and their big offseason decisions. Damian Lillard and Bradley Beal could be out and playing elsewhere next year.
Danny Ainge steps down and Brad Stevens is the replacement. I look at the whole situation and the potential head coaching options.
I look at the NBA Playoffs at this point in the first round. I see who will win each matchup. I then look at the Clippers and what could happen if they lose in round 1.
I look at the NBA Playoffs and how its going. I also look at Minnesota and rumors about the team potentially moving. I give my spots that make sense.
I first look at the Clippers and how if Leonard leaves they could be screwed. I also look at one team doing the rebuild right OKC. Chicago is a question mark for me and I don't know what they will do.
I look at the Boston Season and what went wrong. I look at who is to blame for the less than stellar season. I also look at what they could do this offseason.
I look at the playoff picture and the east and west. I look also at the Hall of Fame classes in 2020 and 2021.
I look at the Offseason of the Wizards and what they should do. I also look at two dynasties who are 7 seeds. I say why the Lakers and Celtics won't have a good playoffs.
I look at the NBA head coaches and who could be on the hot seat. I also look at the NBA starting power forwards and who is the best in the NBA.
I look the the starting NBA Small Forwards and who I believe is the best. I also look at the latest NBA news.
I look at the potential NBA Free Agency 2021. I also look at Rafael Stone and some of his comments involving the Harden Trade.
I look at the NBA Awards and I give my predictions. I also look at OKC and their large draft pick future.
I look at Boston and their trade deadline. I look at their moves and things that didn't take place. I also look at Kyle Lowry, the Lakers and The Brooklyn Nets.
I look at the NBA Playoff race and who I think will make the playoffs post NBA Deadline. I also look at how the Rockets lost the Harden Trade.
I look at all the Trade Deadline moves that took place. I also look at my 5 winners and losers on deadline day.
I look at two Trades that took place recently. I also look at some Deadline predictions for each team.
I look at the NBA Draft and the NBA lottery. I look at how some teams need a top 3 pick to keep it. I also look at some of the top prospects that could be drafted at the top.
I look at how to remake the Sacramento Kings into a better team. I also look at the latest NBA news.
I look at all aspects of All Star Game weekend. I also look at the standings at this point.
I look at the All Star Game and team KD vs team Lebron. I also look at the rest of the All Star Game. I look at some NBA Rumors too.
I look at the Boston Celtics and their problems. I try and see how they can get better.
I look at the NBA All Star Game rosters. I also look at a Bleacher Report article looking at trade deadline rumors.
I look at the NBA Standings at this point in the season. I see how teams are doing and who is good or bad this year.
I look at comments made by Danny Ainge. I discuss their struggles and how Danny might be out if they cannot get better.
I look at potential players who could be available at the deadline and what would be their best location.
I look at the playoff picture at this time and see how things will shape up in my opinion.
I look at the Boston Celtics and what they can do to get better. I also look at the first results of the All Star Game fan vote.
I look at one need/upgrade for every NBA playoff team. I look at a what they should be looking for to solidify their team.
I look at NBA draft picks and why more than half of the league has more or less picks. I also look at an article discussing Trader Danny Ainge and how it is to work with him on trades.
I look at what other teams in the NBA can do to compete with a new Harden led Nets. I also look at the teams that I believe can Make the finals.
I look at the blockbuster 4 team NBA trade involving James Harden. I look at his fit in Brooklyn and how good they actually can be. I also look at who won and lost in the trade.
I look at the ever changing James Harden and why he should be traded. I also look at the standings.
I look at the teams that need to rebuild in the NBA. I also look at Covid within the NBA and will they need to bring back a bubble.
I look at the standing and the teams. I see who is hot and who is not. I also look at some articles involving NBA trades.
Some NBA teams have logjams at certain positions. I tried to fix some of those issues and add pieces that fit better with those teams.
I look at James Harden and the one team that makes the most sense. I also look at the first female head coach(one game) Becky Hammon and why she is deserving of a NBA Head coaching job.
I look at James Harden and what's going on with his situation in Houston. I also look at the NBA and potential for an expansion team.
This is my way to early Playoff Predictions. I look at the top 8 in each conference and who will win it all.
I look at the locations mentioned in Harden trade rumors. I also look at some of my spots.
I look at the Westbrook Wall trade and what that means for each team. I also look at how the Celtics can use the Hayward TPE.
I look at the Celtics Offseason and dissect all aspects involving trades, the draft, free agency, and Gordon Hayward.
I look at how teams are doing this offseason so far. I look at the draft, trades, and free agency signings.
These are my top 10 offseason predictions. These are some of the things I think will happen.
I look at the Latest NBA Rumor and see what people are saying one week before the draft.
I look at the Clippers Rockets and 76's. All three are looking at new head coaches and I look at how they can be better next year.
I look at the Lakers NBA Championship against Miami Heat. I also look at if the fourth ring changes who is better LBJ or Mike
I look at the eastern conference and western conference finals and a preview of the NBA Finals.
I look at the Eastern and Western Conference matchups. I also look at Giannis and what's going on with him.
I look at more second round action in the NBA Playoffs. I see who I think will come out on top.
I look at the second round of the playoffs as well as how I think the rest of the playoff will go.
I look at some NBA players with multiple rings but never played a lot of minutes. These champions never had a big role with their respective teams.
I Look at the longest tenures in NBA history and predict if more players will have long tenures over 20 years played.
I look at the Pistons and how they can make their team better. I also look at the NBA bubble.
I look at the 76ers and what changes need to be made to be championship contenders. Do you keep Embiid Simmons or both?
I look at Giannis and where he might go when he is eligible to be a free agent after the 2020-2021 season.
I look at the last dance documentary as a whole seeing as it has just ended. I give my thoughts on the whole documentary.
I look at the NBA Playoffs and hypothetical matchups. I also look at episodes 7 and 8 of theLast Dance on ESPN.
I look at the 90's Chicago Bulls and how successful they were en lieu of a documentary coming out by ESPN.
I look at the best player from every draft. They may not be the number one overall pick but they were the best player overall.
The NBA is very top heavy and I tried to rectify that with a little exercise. I shuffled around the teams and tried to see who would be the best
I look at a way too early NBA Mock Draft and see where the players are going to end up.
The NBA is suspended for now due to the Corona Virus. I look at all angles and how the rest of this NBA season could go.
After the Beilein Cavs split I look at how college coaches do as NBA coaches. I wanted to see if they are successful or if they should just stay in college.
Who will come out on top of the NBA at the end of the season. Who will make the NBA playoffs. I look at all of that.
The deadline is officially here and I look at all the moves. I also look at the players who were not moved and the teams who stood pat. It was big and a lot happened.
I look at the deadline and who could be on the move. I give my take as well as potential trades for some of these players
Why have there been no NBA trades this season? I look at the possible reasons. I also look at some trades that could change that narrative and get the ball rolling.
In this weeks episode we look at a hypothetical Celtics free agency situation as well as my predictions for the end of the year NBA awards.
I look at the Lakers and Celtics struggles as of late and I present my top 10 teams to date.