The Baseline: Knicks & Suns new coaches and Playoff mentality
The Baseline boys give insight on the NBA playoffs and teams with new coaches. On this week’s show:
The Breakdown:
- Autopsy Reports:
- Knicks hired David Fizdale and we delve into the merits of their future legitimacy. Will Fizdale be able to develop and win with Kristaps Porzingis, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Frank Ntilikina?
- Suns hired Igor Kokoskov and prepare for the lottery with the summer approaching. Is Kokoskov the man to allow Devin Booker to reach the next level? What happens with all the youth on this roster? Can Marquese Chriss, Dragan Bender and Josh Jackson all develop together?
The Drop:
- Playoff Mentality: Discussing the mantra of playoff basketball and why some shine in it and why others wither. Do you believe in the playoff versions of Rajon Rondo, Paul George, Al Horford, LeBron James and others? What’s happened to the Sixers and Raptors under the pressure of the playoffs?
Coast to Coast:
- Bucks will interview as many as 10 candidates for their coaching position including Becky Hammon
- Pistons contemplating shakeup in the front office
- Paul George rumors indicating he is definitely leaving OKC
