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Aug 2024
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Team USA’s Topsy-Turvy Lineups, the Jarr...

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Justin, Rob, and Wos are back to discuss the latest from Team USA, including Steve Kerr’s lineup changes, whether Bam Adebayo or Devin Booker is making the case for biggest leap candidate, and Jayson Tatum’s role (11:27). Then, they switch to their thoughts on the Jarrett Allen extension, the Suns' signing of Tyus Jones, and Gordon Hayward's retirement (42:52).


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Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and Wosny Lambre

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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