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Mar 2025
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Nerd Sesh x Rusty Bucketz - Lakers & War...

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The nerds are joined by Jacob (Rusty Buckets) to discuss whether Luka Doncic & LeBron James have established the Lakers as a top two contender in the West, whether Steph Curry & the Golden State Warriors can truly contend this year, and if the Boston Celtics have an argument for being the most talented team ever. Then, they discuss where Zion Williamson ranks among the NBA’s best and dive into why everyone is so obsessed with finding the next “face of the league.” 

Timestamps

00:01:17 - Are the Lakers a top 2 team in the West?

00:22:02 - Which Western team seeded 4-6 is the most dangerous playoff team?

00:43:34 - Do the Celtics have an argument for being the most talented team ever?

01:07:58 - How many players would you take over Zion Williamson today?

01:31:18 - Why is the NBA world so obsessed with finding the next “face of the league?”

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