The Baseline: LeBron’s ankle, the trade deadline, & Pacers talk with Caitlin Cooper
Ahead of the NBA trade deadline, The Baseline checks in on the latest action around the association including:
News and Notes
- LeBron James out indefinitely. Will the Lakers be able to sustain their high standing in the West or will the King be back sooner than we think?
- Heat acquire Trevor Ariza
- Bucks acquire P.J. Tucker
- Trade deadline/buyout names: Victor Oladipo, Aaron Gordon, Evan Fournier, LaMarcus Aldridge, Andre Drummond, Kyle Lowry, Harrison Barnes
The Breakdown
Indiana Pacers discussion with Caitlyn Cooper who helps us understand the following:
- The differences between Nate McMillan & Nate Bjorkgren
- How the team has handled the many injuries including missing T.J. Warren and reintegrating Caris LeVert
- Domantas Sabonis and his extreme usage in the Pacers offense
- The combination of Sabonis and Myles Turner and how sustainable they can be as a frontcourt unit
- Malcolm Brogdon as the team’s lockerroom leader
- The value of T.J. McConnell and Doug McDermott as long term pieces or tradeable assets ahead of their free agency
- Playoff hopes and expectations for the rest of the season
Tune in
