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Stacker Sports Pod • Episode 28: Playoff Kickoff and Let's make a Dealfountain.fm/episode/xi2x7EMRnAld90snIRlH
659 sats \ 13 comments \ @Undisciplined 20 Apr Stacker_Sports
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Happy Easter!

We’re watching basketball and getting ready for Easter and, of course, making time to talk about sports.

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73 sats \ 8 replies \ @gnilma 20 Apr

Man, you guys are lucky with the game tickets. We went to a couple Canucks games during those years when they were contenders. Even the nosebleeds cost over to $100 a seat. This was in 2010 / 2011 Canadian dollars too. I guess Vancouver just has nothing going on, and when the Canucks are good, everyone in the city wants to go to their games.

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21 sats \ 7 replies \ @grayruby fwd 20 Apr

Leafs tickets would have been even more than that. One of the reasons that drove me to hate the Leafs is making me feel stupid for wasting hundreds of dollars to see them play.

Hockey used to be more expensive (at least in Toronto) than basketball but Raptors tickets are definitely catching up.

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20 sats \ 6 replies \ @gnilma 20 Apr

Still a hockey country after all.

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21 sats \ 5 replies \ @grayruby fwd 20 Apr

It is but basketball has made incredible inroads since the expansion years.

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61 sats \ 4 replies \ @Undisciplined OP 20 Apr

How could it not with such standout players as "Big Country" Reeves?

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21 sats \ 3 replies \ @grayruby fwd 20 Apr

The good old days. Shareef Abdur-Rahim. No one thought to call him SAR

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40 sats \ 2 replies \ @gnilma 20 Apr

Haha, now you guys are just trolling and making fun of the crappy Vancouver Grizzlies.

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61 sats \ 0 replies \ @Undisciplined OP 20 Apr

They actually were one of my favorite NBA Live '99 teams to play with.

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21 sats \ 0 replies \ @grayruby fwd 20 Apr

No way. I liked the Grizzlies. As long as they weren't playing the Raps.

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48 sats \ 2 replies \ @Car 20 Apr

AD pick👌 Lakers 😑

LeBron pick based on series going long. Will see, T’Wolves look great. Shoulda chose Luka he had 37.

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57 sats \ 0 replies \ @grayruby fwd 20 Apr

AD got you your lone point. He carried the Mavs that game.

I think the TWolves will take the series. They are just a matchup problem for certain teams.

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21 sats \ 0 replies \ @Undisciplined OP 20 Apr

Well, I picked Ant, assuming the series would go long.

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82 sats \ 0 replies \ @abhishandy 24 Jul

Summary of Episode 28 of the Stacker Sports PodcastSummary of Episode 28 of the Stacker Sports Podcast

In this episode, hosts GreyRuby and the unnamed co-host discuss a wide array of sports topics while being distracted by a Lakers vs. Timberwolves game where the Lakers are struggling. Key points from the podcast include:

  1. Basketball Updates and Bracket Challenges:
    • The hosts comment on recent NBA games, including a significant Knicks run and the Timberwolves' strong performance against the Lakers.
    • They review the Stacker News community's participation in NBA and NHL bracket challenges, noting a strong turnout with around 15 brackets submitted for the NBA challenge. The NHL challenge uses a unique Fibonacci scoring system for escalating points in later rounds.
    • Discussion on playoff predictions, including high scorers like Anthony Edwards and Nikola Jokic, and series outcomes such as the Nuggets vs. Clippers and Pacers vs. Bucks.
  2. NBA Playoffs and Play-In Format:
    • The hosts critique the NBA play-in format, suggesting modifications like a one-and-done 7 vs. 10 and 8 vs. 9 matchup, or allowing the 7th seed to choose their opponent.
    • They express disappointment in the quality of play-in games and discuss broader NBA issues like player rest and fan disappointment due to star players sitting out.
  3. MLB and Fantasy Leagues:
    • Updates on their MLB fantasy league standings, with one host dominating and moving from third to first place.
    • They discuss strategies around waiver wire pickups and roster management, highlighting the active trading and tinkering within their league.
  4. Other Sports and Contests:
    • Brief mentions of WrestleMania, AFL (Australian Football League) team affiliations, IPL (Indian Premier League) cricket, and F1 racing markets on betting platforms.
    • The hosts touch on community engagement with sports like cricket and F1, showing interest in broadening their sports horizons.
  5. NBA Issues and Proposed Changes:
    • Discussion on NBA's TV ratings and player compensation, dismissing fan voting on salaries as impractical.
    • Suggestions to shorten the NBA season to 69 games for better player engagement and fan experience, alongside ideas for refunds if star players don’t play.
    • Critique of the All-Star game format, proposing alternatives like a one-on-one tournament to increase competitiveness and fan interest.
  6. NFL Draft Preview:
    • Anticipation for the upcoming NFL Draft, with predictions of potential surprises like four quarterbacks in the first round.
    • Hypothetical trade scenarios between the 49ers and Raiders are explored, focusing on draft pick values and team needs, particularly for defensive linemen like Mason Graham.
  7. Miscellaneous:
    • A unique Pistons policy of not selling playoff tickets to out-of-state fans to prevent a Knicks fan takeover is discussed and respected.
    • Light-hearted banter about personal team affiliations, future podcast plans, and community interaction.

The episode concludes with a teaser for next week’s discussion on the American League's parity in baseball, and a sign-off encouraging listeners to follow on Fountain.

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