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Donovan Mitchell

Mentioned in 71 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

A guard for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Mitchell has been a central figure in podcast discussions following the team's mid-season acquisition of James Harden at the trade deadline. Podcasters have analyzed how Harden's playmaking has reduced Mitchell's offensive burden and improved team chemistry, with the Cavaliers showing immediate success and climbing the Eastern Conference standings. Mitchell's performance—including MVP consideration and stats comparable to his All-NBA season—has made him a key topic in conversations about the team's championship contention potential.

Episode Appearances

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Apr 15, 2026

Controversial & Chaotic Play-In Games - The Full LaMelo Experience

Trail Blazers guard who scored 41 points in play-in victory over Phoenix Suns

NBA Play-In Tournament Format and RulesLaMelo Ball Flagrant Foul ControversyBam Adebayo Injury Impact on Miami Heat
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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Apr 10, 2026

Rock Bottom For Tanking? + Major Playoff Seeding Drama In Final Weekend & A Special Guest

Cavs guard opposing strategic seeding manipulation; advocating for full-strength competition

NBA Tanking Crisis and League InvestigationPlayoff Seeding Strategy and ManipulationPlay-In Tournament Impact on Regular Season
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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Apr 8, 2026

Bulls Finally Moving In Right Direction + Playoff Seeding Battles You Need To Watch

Dealing with ankle sprain; listed as questionable for games against Hawks

NBA Front Office Restructuring and Executive AccountabilityPlayoff Seeding Strategy and Matchup ManipulationInjury Impact on Championship Contention Windows
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First Things First

First Things First · Apr 2, 2026

Victor Wembanyama scores 41 back-to-back, Raiders sign Kirk Cousins, Lakers vs. Thunder, BUD List

Cavaliers guard; coasting in regular season to preserve health for playoffs

NBA MVP Award Voting Criteria and Narrative BiasWembanyama vs. Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Doncic MVP RaceKirk Cousins Contract Structure and Offset Language
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Club 520 Podcast

Club 520 Podcast · Apr 1, 2026

520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague REACTS to Luka Doncic dropping 42, Lakers WIN, Rockets BEAT Knicks

Mentioned in context of Lakers-Cavaliers matchup

NBA Game Analysis and HighlightsPlayer Performance EvaluationTeam Chemistry and Locker Room Dynamics
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Club 520 Podcast

Club 520 Podcast · Mar 31, 2026

520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague REACTS to Wemby & SGA BOTH dropping 40, MVP race HEATING UP, Lakers WIN AGAIN

Scored 34 points in Cavaliers' victory

NBA MVP Race 2024Victor Wembanyama Performance AnalysisShai Gilgeous-Alexander Scoring Efficiency
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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 23, 2026

Lakers’ Run Continues & Luka’s Biggest Weakness + Playoff Seeding Battles

Excellent fourth-quarter performance vs. Pelicans; dealing with groin injury and eye injury

Luka Doncic Technical Foul Suspension and Petulance PatternLakers' Clutch Game Performance and Late-Game ExecutionLeBron James Role Adjustment and Efficiency Metrics
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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 16, 2026

Luka Magic Taking Hold For Lakers + SGA’s Historic Streak & Wemby’s Confidence

Cavaliers guard having great season; mentioned as All-NBA candidate competing for limited five spots

Lakers playoff positioning and seeding strategySGA MVP candidacy and scoring efficiency recordsVictor Wembanyama offensive development and three-point shooting
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Club 520 Podcast

Club 520 Podcast · Mar 11, 2026

520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague REACTS to Bam Adebayo scoring 83 POINTS: Surpassing Kobe Bryant’s 81

Discussed as potential future scoring record challenger

NBA Scoring Records and Performance MetricsBam Adebayo Career AchievementKobe Bryant Legacy Comparison
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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 11, 2026

Did SGA End MVP Debate? + Best Year Of Kawhi Ever & A Big Question In The East

Cavaliers star mentioned in context of Eastern Conference contenders and playoff seeding

NBA MVP Race 2024-25 SeasonShai Gilgeous-Alexander Performance AnalysisWestern Conference Playoff Seeding
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Club 520 Podcast

Club 520 Podcast · Mar 9, 2026

520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague REACTS to Jayson Tatum’s RETURN to Celtics, Spurs HOTTEST team in NBA

Cleveland Cavaliers guard scored 30 points in loss to Celtics, showing consistent scoring ability

NBA Playoff Seeding and Eastern Conference StandingsJayson Tatum Achilles Injury Recovery and Return TimelineVictor Wembanyama Performance and MVP Candidacy
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Club Shay Shay

Club Shay Shay · Mar 9, 2026

Nightcap Hour 1: Wemby DOMINATES the Rockets + Jokic says Wemby will TAKE OVER the NBA + Lakers BEAT the Knicks without Bron + Jayson Tatum LOOKS GREAT vs Cavs + Pistons SELL vs Heat

Cleveland Cavaliers guard; 30 points on 50% shooting against Celtics

Victor Wembanyama's defensive impact and offensive versatilitySan Antonio Spurs championship contention analysisBench scoring and roster depth as playoff predictor
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Nightcap

Nightcap · Mar 9, 2026

Nightcap Hour 1: Wemby DOMINATES the Rockets + Jokic says Wemby will TAKE OVER the NBA + Lakers BEAT the Knicks without Bron + Jayson Tatum LOOKS GREAT vs Cavs + Pistons SELL vs Heat

Cleveland Cavaliers guard shooting 50% from floor with 30 points vs Celtics

Victor Wembanyama's defensive impact and offensive versatilitySan Antonio Spurs championship viability and roster constructionOKC Thunder vs Spurs playoff matchup analysis
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Million Dollaz Worth Of Game

Million Dollaz Worth Of Game · Mar 8, 2026

DILLON BROOKS - MILLION DOLLAZ WORTH OF GAME EPISODE 369

Referenced as player Brooks physically confronted and mentioned in context of defensive intensity

NBA Defensive Philosophy and Physical PlayInternational Player Dominance in Professional BasketballPlayer Development and Summer Training Commitment
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Club 520 Podcast

Club 520 Podcast · Mar 4, 2026

520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague on Hornets being MOST FUN team in NBA, Pistons TOO RELIANT on Cade Cunningham

Cleveland Cavaliers star leading team to strong playoff positioning

NBA Playoff Matchup AnalysisCade Cunningham Performance Against Elite DefensesCharlotte Hornets Roster Chemistry and Viability
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First Things First

First Things First · Mar 4, 2026

100 days until 2026 World Cup, Kyler Murray to be released, Chris Richards joins, King of the Hill

Cleveland Cavaliers guard dealing with injuries; discussed in contender/pretender analysis

2026 FIFA World Cup Host Nation AdvantageUS Men's National Soccer Team World Cup PreparationWorld Cup Teams Most to Gain and Lose Analysis
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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 2, 2026

Wemby & Spurs Not Playoff Ready? Concerned About Jokic? + Dort Foul Reaction & Watch Out For Hornets

Cavaliers guard; health status heading into playoffs is key question for contender viability

Victor Wembanyama's shot selection and playing style optimization for playoffsNikola Jokic's post-injury physical limitations and wrist concernsSpurs playoff readiness despite 11-game winning streak
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Nightcap

Nightcap · Mar 2, 2026

Nightcap Hour 1: Ant Man LEADS TWolves PAST Nuggets + Knicks END Spurs WINNING STREAK + Cavs BEAT Nets in James Harden RETURN + Byron Scott tells LEBRON to GTFO of LA

Cavaliers guard contributing to team's defensive performance against Nets

NBA Western Conference Playoff PositioningNBA Eastern Conference Playoff PositioningTimberwolves vs Nuggets Game Analysis
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Million Dollaz Worth Of Game

Million Dollaz Worth Of Game · Mar 2, 2026

STEPHEN JACKSON - MILLION DOLLAZ WORTH OF GAME EPISODE 368

NBA player Jackson demonstrated scoring ability against in casual play footage

College Basketball NIL Impact on Player DevelopmentNBA International Player Talent DominanceAthlete-to-Music Career Transitions
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Nightcap

Nightcap · Mar 1, 2026

Best of NBA News Part 1: LeBron James CALLING OUT Jaylen Brown talking TRASH about Bronny, NBA sends their OWN Doctors to check Lauri Markkanen’s Injury

NBA player mentioned in context of team performance and roster discussions

LeBron James and Jaylen Brown relationship dynamicsBronny James NBA integration and peer criticismNBA injury verification protocols and tanking prevention
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Club Shay Shay

Club Shay Shay · Mar 1, 2026

Best of NBA News Part 1: LeBron James CALLING OUT Jaylen Brown talking TRASH about Bronny, NBA sends their OWN Doctors to check Lauri Markkanen’s Injury

Referenced in context of NBA player performance and team dynamics

NBA Injury Verification ProtocolsLeBron James and Bronny James Father-Son DynamicsJaylen Brown MVP Candidacy
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First Things First

First Things First · Feb 27, 2026

George Pickens receives franchise tag, Lakers lose to Suns, Alex Palou joins, Brou’s MVP Ballot

Cleveland Cavaliers star; discussed as only reliable playoff performer on Cavs roster

NBA MVP Race 2025-26Lakers Defensive Scheme and CoachingGeorge Pickens Franchise Tag Trade Value
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First Take

First Take · Feb 27, 2026

Hour 2: Should OKC Worry About the Spurs?

Cleveland Cavaliers star guard; team discussed as Eastern Conference Finals contender

NBA Western Conference Playoff SeedingVictor Wembanyama's Impact on Spurs Championship ContentionChet Holmgren Offensive Development vs. Wembanyama Comparison
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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 27, 2026

Pistons Not Satisfied Yet + KD On Team USA’s Future & Jokic Is Looking Human??

Cleveland Cavaliers guard; out with groin strain for Pistons matchup

Pistons vs Cavaliers Eastern Conference ShowdownKevin Durant Team USA 2028 Olympics CommitmentJames Harden Thumb Injury Management Strategy
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Club 520 Podcast

Club 520 Podcast · Feb 26, 2026

520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague REACTS to Spurs 10th straight win, Pistons BEAT Thunder, Harden BREAKS thumb

Cavaliers guard out with injury, discussed in context of team performance without star players

NBA MVP Race and Voting CriteriaDefensive Impact Evaluation in BasketballTeam Depth vs. Superstar Dependency
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Club 520 Podcast

Club 520 Podcast · Feb 25, 2026

520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague REACTS to Magic STUNNING Lakers, Luka HURTING LA, Cavs BEAT Knicks

Cavaliers guard benefiting from James Harden acquisition, reducing offensive load and pressure

NBA Playoff Contention AnalysisEastern Conference Competitive BalanceStar Player Trade Acquisition Strategy
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First Take

First Take · Feb 25, 2026

Hour 1: Issues with Luka Passing up the Final Shot?

Cavaliers star; benefiting from Harden's playmaking; team 6-1 since Harden arrival

NBA Finals Contention StrategyRoster Construction and Player FitDefensive Efficiency in Playoffs
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First Things First

First Things First · Feb 24, 2026

Luka Doncic ‘might not win a Championship’, NBA King of the Hill, Bills under 10.5 wins?

Cleveland Cavaliers SG ranked in top-10 MVP candidates alongside Brunson

NBA Championship Contention AnalysisLuka Doncic vs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ComparisonSan Antonio Spurs Playoff Potential
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Club Shay Shay

Club Shay Shay · Feb 24, 2026

Nightcap Hour 1: Wemby and Spurs KNOCK DOWN the Pistons + LeBron and Jaylen Brown Have a RESPECTFUL RELATIONSHIP + KD Wants to PLAY in 2028 OLYMPICS

Cleveland Cavaliers guard mentioned as part of competitive Eastern Conference playoff landscape

NBA Playoff Contention StrategyDefensive Efficiency and Rim ProtectionStar Player Playoff Performance Expectations
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Club 520 Podcast

Club 520 Podcast · Feb 23, 2026

520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague on Celtics BLOWING OUT Lakers, Maxey DUNKS on Anthony Edwards, Knicks BEAT Bulls

Cavaliers guard discussed in First Team All-NBA selection considerations

NBA Eastern Conference Playoff RaceCeltics vs Lakers Performance AnalysisTyrese Maxie Breakout Performance
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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 23, 2026

Can Cavs Figure It Out For Playoffs? Watch Out For Boston & Is Detroit Ready For A Finals Run?

Cavs guard who struggled in loss to Thunder despite team's recent hot streak

NBA Playoff Contention AnalysisDefensive Rating Impact on Playoff SuccessMid-Season Trade Integration Challenges
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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 20, 2026

2nd MVP Straw Poll - Late Surges Enough For New MVP? + Possible Tanking Solution?

Cleveland Cavaliers guard; seventh in voting, up from tenth; stats as good as All-NBA year; team climbing East standings

NBA MVP Voting Methodology and Predictive PollingTanking Prevention and Lottery Incentive RestructuringGames-Played Eligibility Thresholds for MVP Consideration
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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 18, 2026

Revealing The True NBA Finals Contenders + Tight NBA Awards Races & Things To Watch Down The Stretch

Cleveland Cavaliers star; paired with James Harden; immediate clutch chemistry noted; franchise centerpiece

NBA Championship Contender AnalysisDaryl Morey 5% Club FrameworkEastern Conference Playoff Race
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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 13, 2026

Windy’s Rant: Done With Tanking & More + Spurs Finishing Strong & Knicks Rollercoaster

Cavaliers star, team currently favored at +300 odds to win Eastern Conference

NBA Tanking Strategy and Competitive IntegrityAll-Star Weekend Relevance and Player IncentivesJonathan Kuminga Trade Saga and Warriors Dynasty Decline
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The Zach Lowe Show

The Zach Lowe Show · Feb 12, 2026

Jaren Jackson Jr. Out Indefinitely and a Look at the Tanking Crisis

Cavaliers guard whose pick-and-roll chemistry with Harden is driving team's recent success

NBA Draft Reform and Tanking PreventionPlayer Participation Policy EnforcementTrade Deadline Fit and Chemistry Analysis
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The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz

The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 12, 2026

Hour 2: Too Many Dogs (feat. Jessica Smetana)

Cleveland Cavaliers star guard whose ball-handling dynamics with Harden create potential offensive conflicts

Winter Olympics judging controversies and disqualificationsOlympic skeleton athlete helmet restrictions and political expressionIce dancing judging disputes and scoring transparency
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The Herd with Colin Cowherd

The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 12, 2026

Hoops Tonight - Reaction to Pistons-Hornets FIGHT + Cavs impressive win vs. Nuggets, Thunder beat LeBron's Lakers

Cleveland Cavaliers guard who executed closing lineup with Harden and demonstrated chemistry in clutch situations

NBA Defensive Schemes and AdjustmentsPick-and-Roll Offense and Screen-and-Roll DynamicsThree-Point Shooting Efficiency and Spacing
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The Ringer NBA Show

The Ringer NBA Show · Feb 11, 2026

Title Pie at the All-Star Break | Group Chat

Cavaliers' secondary star; discussed as potential beneficiary of Harden's playmaking to reduce offensive burden

NBA Title Probability Distribution and Championship OddsThunder vs. Nuggets Western Conference HierarchyImpact of Player Injuries on Playoff Readiness
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The Ryen Russillo Show

The Ryen Russillo Show · Feb 11, 2026

Wemby’s Big Night & More w/ Noah Eagle, Plus the Darryn Peterson Mystery w/ Eamonn Brennan

Knicks player mentioned in Eastern Conference playoff contention discussion

Victor Wembanyama's defensive impact and offensive versatility in NBADetroit Pistons' Eastern Conference dominance and playoff readinessLakers' title contention viability with current roster construction
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The Herd with Colin Cowherd

The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 10, 2026

THE HERD - Hour 3 - The needs of NFL teams, the top prospects of the NFL draft, Todd McShay

Cavaliers guard discussed regarding chemistry with James Harden and offensive integration with team

2025 NFL Draft Quarterback EvaluationFernando Mendoza Fit with Clint Kubiak SystemSam Darnold Career Resurgence and Evaluation
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The Mismatch

The Mismatch · Feb 10, 2026

10 Questions Heading into All-Star Weekend

Cavaliers guard whose chemistry with James Harden is working well post-trade deadline

NBA Tanking Crisis and League ReformEastern Conference Playoff Contenders AnalysisHornets-Pistons Brawl and On-Court Altercations
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The Dan Patrick Show

The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 10, 2026

Hour 3 - NFL Offseason Preview, Reggie Miller

Cavaliers guard mentioned in context of LeBron James potential return scenario

NFL Quarterback Free Agency and Contract NegotiationsSam Darnold Career Trajectory and Super Bowl ImpactDeShon Watson Cleveland Browns Situation
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The Athletic NBA Daily

The Athletic NBA Daily · Feb 10, 2026

Pistons battle Hornets + Returning stars

Cavaliers guard; scored 32 points in win over Nuggets with improved fourth-quarter support from Harden addition

Achilles Tendon Recovery and Speed Bridge SurgeryJames Harden's Impact on Cavaliers Offensive ExecutionJason Tatum Comeback Timeline and G League Integration
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The Zach Lowe Show

The Zach Lowe Show · Feb 9, 2026

Harden’s Last Chance for a Title? Plus, Who’s on Notice After the Trade Deadline.

Cavaliers guard; fit with Harden discussed; staggered lineups to develop chemistry with new acquisition

NBA Trade Deadline Analysis and FalloutDraft Pick Protection Rules and Tanking IncentivesKawhi Leonard's MVP-Level Performance and Durability
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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 9, 2026

Does Harden Make The Cavs Contenders? How Wide Open Is The East?

Cavaliers star who had 35 points in Harden's debut; both scored over 15 in fourth quarter, first time in play-by-play era

James Harden Trade Impact and Cavaliers ContentionEastern Conference Playoff Race ParityCharlotte Hornets Playoff Resurgence
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The Ringer NBA Show

The Ringer NBA Show · Feb 9, 2026

The NBA’s Tanking Problem Hits Rock Bottom and More Trade Deadline Ripple Effects | Group Chat

Cavaliers star benefiting from Harden's playmaking; showed immediate chemistry in debut game

NBA Tanking Problem and Competitive EquityTrade Deadline Analysis and Team Positioning82-Game Schedule Impact on Player Injuries
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The Zach Lowe Show

The Zach Lowe Show · Feb 6, 2026

Trade Deadline Winners and Losers

Cavaliers guard analyzed for fit with newly acquired James Harden

NBA Trade Deadline Strategy and MechanicsDraft Pick Protections and Lottery IncentivesSalary Cap Management and Luxury Tax Implications
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The Mismatch

The Mismatch · Feb 6, 2026

The Pacers, Jazz, and Wizards Make Trades for Their Future. Plus, Ja and Giannis Stay Put.

Cleveland Cavaliers star benefiting from James Harden acquisition and roster improvements

NBA Trade Deadline Strategy and Asset ValuationDraft Pick Value in Salary Cap EraEastern Conference Playoff Contention Hierarchy
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The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Bill Simmons Podcast · Feb 5, 2026

NBA Trade Deadline Reactions and Super Bowl Picks With Zach Lowe and Joe House

Cleveland Cavaliers guard; paired with James Harden in mid-season acquisition

NBA Trade Deadline Strategy and Asset ValuationGiannis Antetokounmpo Trade Negotiations and Milwaukee Bucks FutureZubats Trade to Indiana Pacers and Eastern Conference Realignment
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The Ryen Russillo Show

The Ryen Russillo Show · Feb 4, 2026

BONUS MINI POD: Anthony Davis & James Harden Traded!

Cleveland Cavaliers star player whose preference likely influenced the Harden acquisition and extension decisions

NBA Trade Deadline StrategyJames Harden Trade to Cleveland CavaliersAnthony Davis Trade to Washington Wizards
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