Jackson Gatlin (@Locked On Rockets) is joined by is joined by Wes Goldberg (@Locked On Heat) to discuss the Golden State Warriors reported interest in Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler, what a trade package would have to look like, why Miami isn't budging yet, should the Heat be looking into a “soft reset” and more.

Then, Sean Woodley (@Locked On Raptors) to talk about expectations for the Toronto Raptors coming off a 25-win season, why it's a make or break season for RJ Barrett, how Scottie Barnes needs to evolve his game next, why Gradey Dick is poised for a breakout year and more.

Lastly, Jackson (@Locked On Rockets) breaks down why the Houston Rockets are playoff locks in a stacked Western Conference, why it's a make or break season for Jalen Green, Tari Eason's impact and role, Steven Adams being one of the best under-the-radar acquisitions that nobody is talking about and more.

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Could the Lakers' Next Big Move Be Jonas Valanciunas? The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly eyeing Jonas Valanciunas to bolster their frontcourt before the trade deadline. This episode dives into the potential impact of this trade on the Lakers' strategy and performance in the NBA.

Wes Goldberg and Adam Mares also revisit past NBA GM survey predictions, reflecting on the Clippers' missed 2020 championship and Zion Williamson's anticipated rise, and then try to make their own predictions for this season.

0:00 Intro

0:06 Lakers' Strategic Challenges and Opportunities

1:19 NBA's Evolving Play Style

6:00 Lakers' Potential Trade for Jonas Valanciunas

11:06 NBA GM Predictions

19:11 Identifying Potential Draft Steals

22:04 Trae Young's Hypothetical Greatness

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As we get closer to the NBA season one of the biggest topics will be who wins NBA MVP. Is it too early to declare Luka Doncic the favorite? What about Nikola Jokic or Shai Gilgeous-Alexander? Where does Jayson Tatum fit in? Jake Madison ( @LockedOnPelicans ) and John Karalis ( @LockedOnCeltics ) debate. Plus, how do you evaluate head coaches? And they play Real or Fake: The NBA will eventually add a 4-point line.

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