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Join Vincent Goodwill, senior NBA reporter for Yahoo Sports, as he sits down with James Edwards III, writer for The Athletic covering the New York Knicks and formerly the Detroit Pistons beat. In this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, the duo dives into various topics surrounding the NBA and basketball culture.
The conversation kicks off with a discussion about the recent performances of the Detroit Lions and Detroit Tigers, segueing into the curious induction of Jack Nicholson, Spike Lee, and Billy Crystal into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. The duo also reflects on the NBA’s popularity in Seattle, with the Los Angeles Clippers playing a preseason game in the city, sparking discussions about expanding the league to include Seattle and Las Vegas.
Delving into the New York Knicks, James shares insights on the team’s strategies and players, including his reservations about recent trades and his admiration for coach Tom Thibodeau. The duo also ponders the feasibility of building a championship team around a player like Jalen Brunson.
As the conversation shifts to the Detroit Pistons, James offers his perspectives on the organization and its young players, making a compelling case for Cade Cunningham’s potential as an all-star in the upcoming season.
(06:55) – NBA inducts superfans into the Hall of Fame
(16:35) – Seattle shows why it’s ready to bring back the Sonics
(20:15) – Knicks building around Jalen Brunson
(48:15) – Can Cade Cunningham make the leap?
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