"NBA Talk" is an NBA show from Turpentine discussing the game behind the game and the business behind basketball. NBA Talk is hosted by Erik Torenberg (founder of Turpentine), Reuben Torenberg (founder of SF Hoops), and Frak (rapper) along with special guests.
NBA Talk is part of the Turpentine podcast network. Learn more: turpentine.co
"NBA Talk" is an NBA show from Turpentine discussing the game behind the game and the business behind basketball. NBA Talk is hosted by Erik Torenberg (founder of Turpentine), Reuben Torenberg (founder of SF Hoops), and Frak (rapper) along with special guests.
NBA Talk is part of the Turpentine podcast network. Learn more: turpentine.co
Erik Torenberg is joined by Dan Barto and Reuben Torenberg for this pre-season NBA predictions including the most exciting rookie class in 15 years, NBA's corporate evolution, the dominant player effect, and bold predictions including Knicks-Thunder finals matchup and potential Las Vegas franchise developments.
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) Introduction & Welcome
(00:15) Off-Season Reflections
(00:36) LeBron & the Las Vegas Franchise
(01:24) NBA Operations & Team Investment
(02:11) Most Exciting Rookie Class in 15 Years
(03:00) Eastern Conference Predictions Begin
(06:32) Ruben's Eastern Conference Picks
(11:00) Western Conference Predictions
(32:00) Deep Dive on West Contenders
(35:00) Denver, OKC & the Spurs
(36:27) The Dominant Player Effect
(37:35) NBA Cup Championship Discussion
(38:13) Finals Predictions
(39:28) Final Thoughts & Championship Trophy