3-24-26 Hour 3 - Coach Adelman with PHD/Why was Mims "surprised?"/Did Ryan Staub take a shot at Deion?
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The episode opens with a lively 'double-dipperoo' game, where hosts Moser, Lombardi, and Kane attempt to identify NBA players based on voice clips, leading to humorous banter and a reveal of Cam Johnson. The discussion then shifts to the Denver Nuggets' recent small-ball lineup, with insights from David Adelman on its effectiveness and defensive trade-offs. A major concern is raised about the Nuggets' defensive ranking—16th in the league—highlighting the historical difficulty of winning a championship without top-half defensive performance. The conversation pivots to the Broncos, focusing on Marvin Mims' reaction to the acquisition of Jalen Waddell, who resembles Mims physically, sparking speculation about Mims' future and potential contract leverage. The hosts debate whether Mims might seek a new team for more offensive opportunities, despite his team-player reputation. Later, they analyze the Colorado Buffaloes' offseason turmoil, including Jordan Seaton’s departure to LSU for NIL money and Ryan Staub’s comments about increased coaching at Tennessee, which some interpret as a subtle dig at Boulder’s staff. The episode closes with a mix of sports updates, including Logan O'Connor’s return to the Avalanche lineup and a viral video of a man stopping a motorcyclist in the street, prompting a debate on personal boundaries and consequences.
The Nuggets' small-ball lineup is effective but exposes defensive vulnerabilities, especially against open threes.
Defensive ranking is critical—teams not in the top half of the league historically struggle to win championships.
Marvin Mims was surprised by the Jalen Waddell trade because he’s physically and stylistically similar, raising concerns about his role.
Athletes in contract year, especially with high NIL value, may seek new teams for better offensive roles.
Coaching quality and player development can influence player decisions, as seen in Ryan Staub’s praise for Tennessee’s staff.
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Double-Dipperoo Game & Pregame Vibes
The hosts kick off with a playful voice-identification game, guessing NBA players from audio clips, leading to laughter and the reveal of Cam Johnson. They also preview the night’s double-dip coverage for the Avalanche and Nuggets.
Nuggets' Small-Ball Lineup & Defensive Concerns
“You do not win an NBA championship. I think it's happened one time in the last 50 years unless you finish in the top half defensively.”
Marvin Mims & the Jalen Waddell Surprise
“He's surprised that the dimensions of this offensive element are the exact same dimensions as his. They just got a clone.”
Broncos’ Offseason Moves & Player Value
The discussion turns to the Broncos’ cap maneuvering and the implications of signing Jalen Waddell. The hosts debate whether Mims might leave for a team that values his offensive skills more, despite his team-player reputation.
College Football Drama: CU’s Offseason Turmoil
“I mean, it's kind of been that way forever. He does look ripped. I mean, he is, yes. Wow, he looks sick. That's awesome.”
“He's surprised that the dimensions of this offensive element are the exact same dimensions as his. They just got a clone.”
“You do not win an NBA championship. I think it's happened one time in the last 50 years unless you finish in the top half defensively.”
“If there's a dude cruising up my street on his bike with his kids, by the way, the kids run motorcycles too if I'm not mistaken, and I step out in the middle of the street and I stop the guy on his bike and then I push him twice, I would expect to get banged.”
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Denver Nuggets
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Marvin Mims
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Colorado Avalanche
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Denver Broncos
other
Jalen Waddell
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Logan O'Connor
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Colorado Buffaloes
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David Adelman
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Jordan Seaton
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Alan Richmond
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