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Spurs BLOW Out Wolves for 3-2 lead | Daryl Morey OUT | Knicks, Thunder Sweep 76ers, Lakers | Game Theory Podcast

May 13, 20261h 17m

Wizards WIN 2026 NBA DRAFT LOTTERY! Jazz, Grizzlies, Bulls move up | 2026 UPDATED NBA MOCK DRAFT

May 11, 20261h 57m

Thunder, Pistons Take 2-0 Leads on Lakers, Cavs | Spurs Blow Out Wolves | Knicks up 2-0 | Game 2s!

May 8, 20261h 0m

Thunder, Pistons take Game 1 Over Lakers, Cavs | Wolves Upset Spurs in G1 | Knicks Blow Out 76ers | Game Theory Podcast

May 6, 20261h 33m

Sixers UPSET Celtics! Pistons/Cavs BLOW OUT Magic/Raptors! | Bulls, Mavs NBA Front Office Hires

May 5, 20261h 29m

RJ Barrett, Raptors Force Game 7 vs. Cavs | Pistons COME BACK vs. Magic | Lakers Advance vs. Rockets

May 2, 20261h 19m

Wolves KNOCK OUT Nuggets! | Knicks BLOW OUT Hawks! | 76ers force Game 7 vs. Celtics

May 1, 20261h 8m

Cade vs. Paolo Showdown! LAL/HOU, CLE up 3-2 vs. TOR | Spurs advance | Game Theory Podcast

Apr 30, 20261h 38m

Magic up 3-1 over No. 1 Pistons | Flagg wins ROY | Nuggets/T-Wolves, Thunder Move On | NBA Playoffs!

Apr 28, 20261h 33m

NBA Playoffs! Wemby Back! Ant Hurt but Wolves up 3-1 | Embiid Back | | HOU-LAL, DET-ORL, NYK-ATL

Apr 27, 20262h 1m

Dylan Harper ARRIVES for Spurs | Rockets BLOW Game 3 vs Lakers | Celtics-76ers | Game Theory Podcast

Apr 25, 20261h 28m

Hawks up 2-1 on Knicks! Wolves up 2-1 vs Nuggets | Raps-Cavs, Pistons-Magic | Game Theory Podcast

Apr 24, 20261h 37m

KD vs. LeBron in G2 of Lakers-Rockets | VJ, Scoot Power 76ers, Blazers upsets | Game Theory Podcast

Apr 22, 20261h 11m

Nuggets-Wolves! Hawks Come Back to Beat Knicks! Lakers-Rockets! NBA Playoffs! | Game Theory Podcast

Apr 21, 20261h 44m

NBA Awards Picks! SGA or Wemby for MVP? Plus, End of Season Notes | Game Theory Podcast

Apr 13, 20262h 14m

UNC Hires Malone | Bulls FIRE Karnisovas/Eversley | Lakers Decimated | Game Theory Podcast

Apr 7, 20261h 53m

Ep 797NBA MAILBAG | Best Offensive Player | 3-6 Seed Most Likely To Make Run | Potential First Round Upset

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon answer several NBA mailbag questions. SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: SHOUTOUT TO OUR PARTNER - FANATICS SPORTSBOOK! EARN UP TO 10% BACK ON YOUR BETS WIN OR LOSE. USE FANCASH ON TEAM GEAR ON FANATICS.COM BONUS BETS OR PROFIT BOOSTS IN THEFANATICS SPORTSBOOK APP! STAY TUNED FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ALL SEASON LONG! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 1, 20261h 13m

Ep 796UConn Comeback vs. Duke! | Luka Doncic’s MVP Run | NBA Proposes Tanking Solutions

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon open with their reactions to the thrilling end of Duke vs UConn. They also discuss the NBA introducing tanking anti-tanking ideas, Luka Doncic's MVP surge & much more! 02:20 UConn vs Duke Reactions! 32:17 Luka's Case for NBA MVP 59:25 Magic lose by 52 pts to the Raptors 1:10:46 NBA Propses Anti-tanking Ideas SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: SHOUTOUT TO OUR PARTNER - FANATICS SPORTSBOOK! EARN UP TO 10% BACK ON YOUR BETS WIN OR LOSE. USE FANCASH ON TEAM GEAR ON FANATICS.COM BONUS BETS OR PROFIT BOOSTS IN THEFANATICS SPORTSBOOK APP! STAY TUNED FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ALL SEASON LONG! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 30, 20261h 33m

Ep 795Top 10 Defenders in the NBA this season! | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon rank the Top 10 Defenders in the NBA this season! 01:21 Sweet Sixteen/Will Wade Reaction 14:40 SQUAD BET OF THE NIGHT w/ GMAC (Presented by Fanatics Sportsbook!) 28:37 Victor Wembanyama 39:13 Rudy Gobert 44:02 Chet Holmgren 50:12 Ausar Thompson 57:17 Scottie Barnes 1:03:40 Alex Caruso 1:08:27 Herb Jones 1:18:13 OG Anunoby 1:24:00 Bam Adebayo 1:30:00 Candidates for #10 SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: SHOUTOUT TO OUR PARTNER - FANATICS SPORTSBOOK! EARN UP TO 10% BACK ON YOUR BETS WIN OR LOSE. USE FANCASH ON TEAM GEAR ON FANATICS.COM BONUS BETS OR PROFIT BOOSTS IN THEFANATICS SPORTSBOOK APP! STAY TUNED FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ALL SEASON LONG! CONTROL BODY ODOR ANYWHERE WITH MANDO & GET 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING WITH PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY” AT SHOPMANDO.COM! #MANDOPOD START YOUR BUSINESS TODAY WITH THE INDUSTRY’S BEST BUSINESS PARTNER, SHOPIFY SIGN UP FOR YOUR ONE-DOLLAR-PER-MONTH TRIAL TODAY AT SHOPIFY.COM/GAMETHEORY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 27, 20261h 50m

Ep 794Rank the Tanks! Who Are The Best Positioned Tanking NBA Teams Moving Forward? | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon rank the 10 teams currently out of the play-in or playoff race in order of the best longterm future & outlook. 01:00 - Men's March Madness Opening Weekend Thoughts 24:31 - Sacremento Kings 30:43 - Chicago Bulls 40:30 - Brooklyn Nets 47:18 - Milwaukee Bucks 54:27 - New Orleans Pelicans 59:36 - Memphis Grizzlies 1:05:52 - Washington Wizards 1:12:35 - Utah Jazz 1:18:55 - Dallas Mavericks 1:23:50 - Indiana Pacers SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: SHOUTOUT TO OUR PARTNER - FANATICS SPORTSBOOK! EARN UP TO 10% BACK ON YOUR BETS WIN OR LOSE. USE FANCASH ON TEAM GEAR ON FANATICS.COM BONUS BETS OR PROFIT BOOSTS IN THEFANATICS SPORTSBOOK APP! STAY TUNED FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ALL SEASON LONG! CONTROL BODY ODOR ANYWHERE WITH MANDO & GET 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING WITH PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY” AT SHOPMANDO.COM! #MANDOPOD START YOUR BUSINESS TODAY WITH THE INDUSTRY’S BEST BUSINESS PARTNER, SHOPIFY SIGN UP FOR YOUR ONE-DOLLAR-PER-MONTH TRIAL TODAY AT SHOPIFY.COM/GAMETHEORY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 24, 20261h 31m

Ep 793Biggest Surprises of the NBA Season! | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon list their 3 biggest surprises of the NBA season! 01:55 NCAA Player of the Week 19:25 Biggest Surprises of the NBA Season (Criteria) 21:19 The Spurs are ALREADY a title contender 36:30 Nickeil Alexander-Walker & the Atlanta Hawks 48:20 The Boston Celtics are contenders in their "gap year" 1:02:14 Jalen Duren & the Detroit Pistons 1:09:45 Phoenix Suns in contention for a playoff spot 1:20:36 LaMelo Ball & the Charlotte Hornets SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: SHOUTOUT TO OUR PARTNER - FANATICS SPORTSBOOK! EARN UP TO 10% BACK ON YOUR BETS WIN OR LOSE. USE FANCASH ON TEAM GEAR ON FANATICS.COM BONUS BETS OR PROFIT BOOSTS IN THEFANATICS SPORTSBOOK APP! STAY TUNED FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ALL SEASON LONG! RIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE GAME20. FOR A LIMITED TIME, OUR LISTENERS GET 50% OFF FOR LIFE PLUS FREE SHIPPING AND 3 FREE GIFTS AT MENGOTOMARS.COM. AFTER YOU PURCHASE, THEY WILL ASK YOU WHERE YOU HEARD ABOUT THEM. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SHOW AND TELL THEM OUR SHOW SENT YOU. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 19, 20261h 41m

Ep 79210 NBA Players You Show Know Having Under the Radar Seasons! | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon go through 10 NBA players having under the radar stellar season & highlight their performances. 03:09 Player of the Week (Presented by Warner Bros) 16:25 Donovan Clingan and why he made me want to do this show 30:40 Neemias Queta & Sam Houser 44:35 Jalen Suggs 53:40 Onyeka Okongwu & Dyson Daniels 1:01:19 Jarace Walker 1:16:40 Devin Vassell & Julian Champagnie 1:26:22 Jaylin Williams SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: SHOUTOUT TO OUR PARTNER - FANATICS SPORTSBOOK! EARN UP TO 10% BACK ON YOUR BETS WIN OR LOSE. USE FANCASH ON TEAM GEAR ON FANATICS.COM BONUS BETS OR PROFIT BOOSTS IN THEFANATICS SPORTSBOOK APP! STAY TUNED FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ALL SEASON LONG! RIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE GAME20. FOR A LIMITED TIME, OUR LISTENERS GET 50% OFF FOR LIFE PLUS FREE SHIPPING AND 3 FREE GIFTS AT MENGOTOMARS.COM. AFTER YOU PURCHASE, THEY WILL ASK YOU WHERE YOU HEARD ABOUT THEM. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SHOW AND TELL THEM OUR SHOW SENT YOU. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 16, 20261h 35m

Ep 7912025-26 NBA Rookie Class Check-In! Cooper, Kon, Harper, VJ & more! | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon take a close look at the 2025 NBA Draft Class and evaluate the rookie seasons of several first & second round selections. 02:25 - The "ethics" of Bam Adebayo's 83-point performance 17:45 - Kon vs Coop (Rookie of the Year Debate) 34:10 - Dylan Harper 50:01 - VJ Edgecombe, Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears, Ace Bailey 1:17:19 - Cedric Coward, Maxime Raynaud, Egor Dёmin, Nolan Traoré, Danny Wolf, Hugo González, Kasparas Jakučionis, Will Riley 1:35:11 - RAPID FIRE: Collin Murray-Boyles, Carter Bryant, Kobe Sanders, Nique Clifford, Joan Beringer, Will Richard, Sion James, Ryan Kalkbrenner, Jamir Watkins, Khaman Maluach SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: FABLETICS ALREADY HAS INCREDIBLE DEALS: GET 80% OFF EVERYTHING WHEN YOU SIGN UP AS A VIP! JUST HEAD TO FABLETICS.COM/GAMTHEORY, TAKE A QUICK STYLE QUIZ, AND BE SURE TO SELECT GAMETHEORY WHEN PROMPTED TO UNLOCK YOUR 80% OFF. SHOUTOUT TO OUR PARTNER - FANATICS SPORTSBOOK! EARN UP TO 10% BACK ON YOUR BETS WIN OR LOSE. USE FANCASH ON TEAM GEAR ON FANATICS.COM BONUS BETS OR PROFIT BOOSTS IN THEFANATICS SPORTSBOOK APP! STAY TUNED FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ALL SEASON LONG! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 13, 20261h 43m

Ep 790Checking In On Players Moved At The NBA Trade Deadline! | Game Theory Podcast

In thie edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Samn Vecenie & Bryce Simon will go through several NBA players that were moved at this year's trade deadline & evaluate their performances so far with their new teams. 5:15 Jayson Tatum's opening two games 16:15 Jonathan Kuminga on the Hawks 32:30 James Harden on the Cavaliers 47:50 Trae Young on the Wizards 59:45 Jared McCain on the Thunder 1:11:20 Darius Garland and Bennedict Mathurin on the Clippers 1:21:00 Luke Kennard, Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu, others. SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: FABLETICS ALREADY HAS INCREDIBLE DEALS: GET 80% OFF EVERYTHING WHEN YOU SIGN UP AS A VIP! JUST HEAD TO FABLETICS.COM/GAMTHEORY, TAKE A QUICK STYLE QUIZ, AND BE SURE TO SELECT GAMETHEORY WHEN PROMPTED TO UNLOCK YOUR 80% OFF. SHOUTOUT TO OUR PARTNER - FANATICS SPORTSBOOK! EARN UP TO 10% BACK ON YOUR BETS WIN OR LOSE. USE FANCASH ON TEAM GEAR ON FANATICS.COM BONUS BETS OR PROFIT BOOSTS IN THEFANATICS SPORTSBOOK APP! STAY TUNED FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ALL SEASON LONG! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 9, 20261h 33m

Ep 789BREAKING NEWS: Jayson Tatum Returns! PLUS: NBA Awards Check-In (MVP, All-NBA, Rookie, DPOY & more)

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Same Vecenie & Bryce Simon open by reacting to the news that Jayson Tatum will officially be making his return to the court & what this could mean for the NBA playoff race. Then, they go through every NBA Award & give their current unofficial ballots with just under 6 weeks to go in the NBA season. 02:27 - Jayson Tatum Returns! 17:00 - MVP/1st Team All-NBA 42:50 - 2nd-Team All-NBA/3rd Team All-NBA 1:06:12 - Defensive Player of the Year/All-Defense 1:20:09 - Rookie of the Year/All-Rookie 1:35:37 - Coach of the Year 1:45:30 - Sixth Man of the Year 1:46:51 - Most-Improved Player SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: RIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE GAME20. SHOUTOUT TO OUR PARTNER - FANATICS SPORTSBOOK! EARN UP TO 10% BACK ON YOUR BETS WIN OR LOSE. USE FANCASH ON TEAM GEAR ON FANATICS.COM BONUS BETS OR PROFIT BOOSTS IN THEFANATICS SPORTSBOOK APP! STAY TUNED FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ALL SEASON LONG! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 6, 20261h 51m

Ep 788Nuggets/Thunder: Playoff Dream | Paolo Banchero is Good | NCAA Title Favorites | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their biggest takeaways from week 20 of the NBA season! 05:05 - Nuggets-OKC 32:55 - Stretch Run/Playoff X Factors 44:28 - Paolo Banchero Is Figuring It Out 57:10 - Most Dangerous Play-in Team 1:11:50 - Non-Tanking NBA Gripes 1:21:01 - National Title Contenders for CBB SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: RIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE GAME20. EARN UP TO 10% BACK ON YOUR BETS WIN OR LOSE. USE FANCASH ON TEAM GEAR ON FANATICS.COM BONUS BETS OR PROFIT BOOSTS IN THE FANATICS SPORTSBOOK APP! STAY TUNED FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ALL SEASON LONG! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 2, 20261h 41m

Ep 7872026 NBA Mock Draft! | Who goes #1 - Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa or Cam Boozer? | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon go 1-to-30 & conduct their first mock draft of the 2026 NBA Draft season! SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: RIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE GAME20. EARN UP TO 10% BACK ON YOUR BETS WIN OR LOSE. USE FANCASH ON TEAM GEAR ON FANATICS.COM BONUS BETS OR PROFIT BOOSTS IN THE FANATICS SPORTSBOOK APP! STAY TUNED FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS ALL SEASON LONG! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 27, 20262h 9m

Ep 786NBA Takeaways! | Darryn Peterson Discourse | Biggest Pistons Week In A Decade | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their biggest takeaways from week 19 of the NBA season! 04:00 - Darryn Peterson Discourse Is Out of Control 33:30 - Pistons Biggest Week in a Decade 47:55 - Jaden Ivey’s Injury Situation is Depressing 1:05:53 - NBA’s Apparent Tanking Ideas 1:33:55 - How Hard is It To Hide a Bad Defender in today’s NBA? / Is it Easier to Have a Bad Offensive Player or Bad Defensive Player on the Court? SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: RIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE GAME20. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 23, 20261h 56m

Ep 785NBA Title Contender Power Rankings! | Game Theory Rankings

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon list & discuss their current ranking of NBA teams in order of who will most likely win the 2026 NBA Championship. SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: REFRESH YOUR WARDROBE WITH QUINCE. GO TO QUINCE.COM/GAMETHEORY FOR FREE SHIPPING ON YOUR ORDER AND 365-DAY RETURNS. NOW AVAILABLE IN CANADA, TOO. GO TO SURFSHARK.COM/GAMETHEORY OR USE CODE GAMETHEORY AT CHECKOUT TO GET 4 EXTRA MONTHS OF SURFSHARK VPN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 20, 20261h 53m

Ep 784NBA All-Star Weekend! | PLUS: The Tank Commanders Sickos Draft | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon talk about what they took away from all-star weekend (if anything), as well as do what we're calling The Tank Commanders Sickos Draft, an event that involves an intricate scoring system, a thing for us to keep track of and root for in the final two months of tanking games, and an Arbiter of Tanking Integrity. 03:35 - NBA Allstar Games... It Worked!22:10 - Ideas how to fix tanking37:42 - Tank Commanders Sicko Draft!SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:REFRESH YOUR WARDROBE WITH QUINCE. GO TO QUINCE.COM/GAMETHEORY FOR FREE SHIPPING ON YOUR ORDER AND 365-DAY RETURNS. NOW AVAILABLE IN CANADA, TOO.GO TO SURFSHARK.COM/GAMETHEORY OR USE CODE GAMETHEORY AT CHECKOUT TO GET 4 EXTRA MONTHS OF SURFSHARK VPN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 16, 20261h 13m

Ep 783NBA First Half Takeaways: What Have We Learned Before The Allstar Break?! | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon list their biggest takeaways from the 2025-26 season heading into the NBA Allstar break.04:07 - Jeremy Sochan signs with the Knicks17:26 - JJJ OUT for the season27:10 - The NBA is going to do something about the Tank Race56:06 - No clear cut favorite in the East and the West is NOT inevitable1:09:27 - Hornets and Celtics are making the case for Max/Min strategy at center1:21:42 - No clear cut favorite in the East and the West is NOT inevitable1:32:00 - Award races are heating up!1:41:30 - The 2026 NBA Draft is truly special in the top part of the lotterySIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:CONTROL BODY ODOR ANYWHERE WITH MANDO & GET 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING WITH PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY” AT SHOPMANDO.COM! #MANDOPODGO TO OMAHASTEAKS.COM TO GET 50% OFF SITEWIDE DURING THEIR PRESIDENTS’ DAY SALE. AND USE PROMO CODE GAMETHEORY AT CHECKOUT FOR AN EXTRA $35 OFF. MINIMUM PURCHASE MAY APPLY.FABLETICS ALREADY HAS INCREDIBLE DEALS: GET 80% OFF EVERYTHING WHEN YOU SIGN UP AS A VIP! JUST HEAD TO FABLETICS.COM/GAMTHEORY, TAKE A QUICK STYLE QUIZ, AND BE SURE TO SELECT GAMETHEORY WHEN PROMPTED TO UNLOCK YOUR 80% OFF. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 13, 20261h 57m

Ep 782NBA Trade Deadline Winners & Losers! Best Deals, Most Dumbfounding Choices | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon list & discuss their biggest winners, losers & WTFs of the NBA trade deadline. 03:46 - Subscribe to the Game Theory Substack! (LINK BELOW)06:00 - Big picture NBA trade deadline thoughts10:15 - WINNER: NBA Owners/Front Offices16:55 - LOSER: Players just below max level/smaller guards22:40 - LOSER: Restricted free agents28:30 - WINNER: Boston Celtics35:45 - WINNER: Oklahoma City Thunder41:39 - WINNER: Minnesota Timberwolves 48:05 - WINNER: Ivica Zubac/Indiana Pacers55:55 - UHHH... WHAT HAPPENED HERE?: Chicago Bulls1:08:38 - WINNER: Utah Jazz/Memphis Grizzlies1:15:27 - WINNERS: Guerschon Yabusele, Jock Landale, GG Jackson1:17:35 - WINNERS: Two-Way Contracts That Were Converted1:24:35 - Judge rules Charles Bediako ineligible to play for AlabamaSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:CONTROL BODY ODOR ANYWHERE WITH MANDO & GET 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING WITH PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY” AT SHOPMANDO.COM! #MANDOPODGO TO OMAHASTEAKS.COM TO GET 50% OFF SITEWIDE DURING THEIR PRESIDENTS’ DAY SALE. AND USE PROMO CODE GAMETHEORY AT CHECKOUT FOR AN EXTRA $35 OFF. MINIMUM PURCHASE MAY APPLY.FABLETICS ALREADY HAS INCREDIBLE DEALS: GET 80% OFF EVERYTHING WHEN YOU SIGN UP AS A VIP! JUST HEAD TO FABLETICS.COM/GAMTHEORY, TAKE A QUICK STYLE QUIZ, AND BE SURE TO SELECT GAMETHEORY WHEN PROMPTED TO UNLOCK YOUR 80% OFF. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 10, 20261h 36m

Ep 781NBA Trade Deadline Madness! No Giannis Trade! No Ja Trade! Zubac to Pacers! | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon break down what happened on the NBA Trade Deadline itself! We break down the last second moves each team made!01:57 - Giannis NOT Traded17:30 - Trade Coffee!19:10 - Subscribe to the Game Theory Substack!20:00 - Ja Morant, also, NOT Traded30:38 - Clippers trade Ivica Zubac to the Pacers1:03:05 - Warriors trade Kuminga, Hield to the Hawks for Porzingis1:14:45 - Ayo Dosunmu traded to the Timberwolves1:27:17 - Jose Alvarado traded to the Knicks1:31:10 - Tyus Jones (eventually) traded to the Mavericks1:33:10 - Remaining Deadline Moves1:40:20 - The State of the Tank RaceSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, TRADE IS EXCLUSIVELY OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 50% OFF YOUR ONE MONTH TRIAL AT DRINKTRADE.COM/GAME.FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY, NEW CASH APP CUSTOMERS CAN USE OUR EXCLUSIVE CODE TO EARN SOME ADDITIONAL CASH. JUST DOWNLOAD CASH APP, USE OUR EXCLUSIVE REFERRAL CODE “SECURE10” IN YOUR PROFILE, SEND $5 TO A FRIEND WITHIN 14 DAYS, AND YOU’LL GET $10 DROPPED RIGHT INTO YOUR ACCOUNT. #CASHAPPPODRIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE GAME20! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 6, 20261h 52m

Ep 780NBA Trade Deadline Mania! Anthony Davis to Wizards?! Jared McCain to Thunder | Coby White to Hornets

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon react to the plethora of NBA trades that occurred on Tuesday with less than 24 hours to go until this year's deadline, including Anthony Davis to the Wizards, Jared McCain to the Thunder, Coby White to the Hornets, and we'll talk a bit more about James Harden to the Cavaliers 00:00 - INTRO02:00 - Anthony Davis traded to Washington25:30 - Trade Coffee!28:10 - What's next for Dallas, post AD trade?41:30 - Jared McCain traded to OKCCoby White traded to the Hornets1:10:33 - Collin Sexton traded to the Bulls1:24:28 - Chris Paul traded to Toronto (Ogbaji to Brooklyn)1:27:45 - Jock Landale traded to Atlanta1:29:22 - Lonzo Ball traded to Utah1:30:30 - James Harden traded for Darius GarlandSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, TRADE IS EXCLUSIVELY OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 50% OFF YOUR ONE MONTH TRIAL AT DRINKTRADE.COM/GAME.FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY, NEW CASH APP CUSTOMERS CAN USE OUR EXCLUSIVE CODE TO EARN SOME ADDITIONAL CASH. JUST DOWNLOAD CASH APP, USE OUR EXCLUSIVE REFERRAL CODE “SECURE10” IN YOUR PROFILE, SEND $5 TO A FRIEND WITHIN 14 DAYS, AND YOU’LL GET $10 DROPPED RIGHT INTO YOUR ACCOUNT. #CASHAPPPODRIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE GAME20! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 5, 20261h 52m

Ep 779NBA Trade Deadline! Grizzlies Trade Jaren Jackson Jr. to Jazz | Ivey to Bulls | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon react to the plethora of NBA trades that occurred on Tuesday with less than 48 hours to go until this year's deadline. (NOTE: James Harden was traded for Darius Garland soon after the show ended). 02:05 - Memphis TRADES Jaren Jackson Jr to the Jazz24:28 - Utah ACQUIRES Jaren Jackson Jr from the Grizzlies45:00 - Jaden Ivey, Mike Conley TRADED in Pistons/Bulls/Timberwolves 3-team deal1:00:03 - Nikola Vucevic TRADED to BOS; Anfernee Simons TRADED to CHI1:06:55 - James Harden REPORTED in talks to be traded AGAIN?! (UPDATE: He's now on the Cavs)SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, TRADE IS EXCLUSIVELY OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 50% OFF YOUR ONE MONTH TRIAL AT DRINKTRADE.COM/GAME.FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY, NEW CASH APP CUSTOMERS CAN USE OUR EXCLUSIVE CODE TO EARN SOME ADDITIONAL CASH. JUST DOWNLOAD CASH APP, USE OUR EXCLUSIVE REFERRAL CODE “SECURE10” IN YOUR PROFILE, SEND $5 TO A FRIEND WITHIN 14 DAYS, AND YOU’LL GET $10 DROPPED RIGHT INTO YOUR ACCOUNT. #CASHAPPPODRIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE GAME20. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 4, 20261h 28m

Ep 778Cavs/Kings Trade REACTION | Paul George Suspended | Coop v Kon | NBA Takeaways | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon react to the Cavs/Kings trade that send DeAndre Hunter to Sacramento & Dennis Schröder, Keon Ellis to Cleveland before discussing Paul George's suspension & sharing their biggest takeaways through week 15 of the NBA season. 03:45 - Cavaliers Trade Hunter for Ellis, Schroder29:59 - Hawks trade Vit Krejci to Blazers35:44 - Paul George Suspended41:37 - Cooper Flagg goes for 49, Kon Wins1:13:35 - Dillon Brooks has changed the culture of the Phoenix Suns1:19:25 - Allstar Reserves Selections (Reaction)1:33:49 - Answering Bucks’ fans Most Common Giannis Trade QuestionsSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, TRADE IS EXCLUSIVELY OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 50% OFF YOUR ONE MONTH TRIAL AT DRINKTRADE.COM/GAME.FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY, NEW CASH APP CUSTOMERS CAN USE OUR EXCLUSIVE CODE TO EARN SOME ADDITIONAL CASH. JUST DOWNLOAD CASH APP, USE OUR EXCLUSIVE REFERRAL CODE “SECURE10” IN YOUR PROFILE, SEND $5 TO A FRIEND WITHIN 14 DAYS, AND YOU’LL GET $10 DROPPED RIGHT INTO YOUR ACCOUNT. #CASHAPPPODRIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE GAME20. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 2, 20261h 56m

Ep 777The Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Market | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon assess the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade market & go through several different trade options the Bucks should consider before next Thursdays deadline. 06:25 - Bucks willing to move Giannis23:10 - Portland’s Role in Giannis Trade32:27 - Can Knicks trade for Giannis?47:38 - Wolves fit for Giannis?1:03:00 - Can Heat Do Giannis deal before offseason?1:13:40 - Warriors have easiest Giannis solutionSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, TRADE IS EXCLUSIVELY OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 50% OFF YOUR ONE MONTH TRIAL AT DRINKTRADE.COM/GAME. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 20261h 46m

Ep 776Bucks Need Answer From Giannis | Biggest Name Potentially Moved At Deadline | Hornets, Raptors, Sixers Intrigue | Week 14 NBA Takeaways | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their 3 biggest takeaways from week 14 of the NBA season.07:00 - The Bucks Need An Answer From Giannis Now38:20 - Beyond Giannis, Who Is The Most Important Player Moved At The Deadline?1:07:55 - What Should The Pelicans Actually Do At The Deadline?1:23:00 - Do the Hornets start moving forward with this trio?1:39:20 - Can a fully healthy Sixers team win the East?1:51:30 - Blazers….what do we buy about this team and what’s next?SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, TRADE IS EXCLUSIVELY OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 50% OFF YOUR ONE MONTH TRIAL AT DRINKTRADE.COM/GAME. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 26, 20262h 17m

Ep 775Knicks in TROUBLE?! | Jimmy Butler tears ACL; Warriors Next Move? | Bucks are a MESS! | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon are first joined by Andrew Claudio to discuss the Knicks recent alarmingly poor stretch & how things get turned around, whether it be with a trade or hitting the "play better" button (6:00). Then, they discuss Jimmy Butler's season ending injury (53:00), the latest edition of Bucks turmoil (1:19:00), Charles Bediako's eligibility case (1:30:00) & much more. SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE "GAME20" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 23, 20261h 49m

Ep 774Grizzlies Future Direction | Anthony Black, Jaylon Tyson Breakouts | Reed Sheppard Defense Questions | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their 3 biggest takeaways from week 13 of the NBA season.04:30 - Grizzlies: What’s real? What’s next?38:28 - Anthony Black’s Leap Changes Magic56:24 - Mizzen & Main!57:59 - Raptors: What are they? Where are they going?1:21:42 - Reed Sheppard Defensive Conundrum1:38:39 - Cavaliers: Start Jaylon Tyson & build rotation chemistry1:50:40 - Kawhi & the Kids Saved Clippers SeasonSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE "GAME20" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 19, 20262h 7m

Ep 773Midseason NBA Awards! | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon react to some NBA news before going through every major NBA award & team honors making their picks through the midway point of the season. 03:55 - Jonathan Kuminga "demands" trade from Warriors10:12 - Lakers are looking for extra 1st round picks20:00 - Eligible & inelligible players23:21 - MVP45:35 - All-NBA1:18:15 - Defensive Player of the Year1:28:14 - All-Defense1:40:30 - Rookie of the Year/All-Rookie1:50:10 - Coach of the Year1:57:55 - Most Improved Player2:01:55 - Sixth Man of the YearSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 16, 20262h 8m

Ep 772NBA Takeaways: Ja Morant Trade Incoming? | Pistons, Pacers, Thunder Trade Plans? | Rudy Gobert Remains UNDERRATED | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their 3 biggest takeaways from week 11 of the NBA season.05:31 - Ja Morant Trade Market45:08 - Pistons - Buy high, low or not at all1:05:30 - Rudy Gobert Remains Undervalued1:19:54 - Pacers - Sneaky sellers and buyers?1:39:02 - Blazers Check In1:56:20 - Thunder - Need a shakeup move?SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 12, 20262h 15m

Ep 771Trae Young TRADED to Washington Wizards! McCollum, Kispert to Hawks | Kuminga Trade Predictions | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon talk about Trae Young's trade to the Washington Wizards from the Atlanta Hawks 01:50 - Hawks trade Trae Young to Wizards for McCollum, Kispert06:45 - ATL perspective of this trade30:17 - WAS perspective of this trade1:01:13 - Jonathan Kuminga trade candidatesSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:FOR A LIMITED TIME, OUR LISTENERS CAN GET THE HARRY’S PLUS TRIAL SET FOR ONLY $10 AT HARRYS.COM/GAMETHEORY. THIS SET INCLUDES THE ALL-NEW HARRY’S PLUS RAZOR, ONE REFINED 5-BLADE CARTRIDGE, A 2OZ FOAMING SHAVE GEL, AND A TRAVEL COVER TO PROTECT YOUR BLADES ON THE GO. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 8, 20261h 24m

Ep 770Darryn Peterson Injury Affecting Draft Stock? | 2026 NBA Draft Point Guard Class Is Special | Game Theory NBA Draft Show

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon break down the last week of college hoops & highlight the performances fo several NBA Draft prospects.00:00 INTRO04:00 - Darryn Peterson: What’s Going On?26:08 - Harry's!27:58 - Point Guard Class Looks Great53:29 - Bryce's Hypothetical Draft Scenario Question1:03:05 - OUTROSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:FOR A LIMITED TIME, OUR LISTENERS CAN GET THE HARRY’S PLUS TRIAL SET FOR ONLY $10 AT HARRYS.COM/GAMETHEORY. THIS SET INCLUDES THE ALL-NEW HARRY’S PLUS RAZOR, ONE REFINED 5-BLADE CARTRIDGE, A 2OZ FOAMING SHAVE GEL, AND A TRAVEL COVER TO PROTECT YOUR BLADES ON THE GO. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 6, 20261h 4m

Ep 769Jokic/65-Game Rule | Should Nets KEEP Michael Porter Jr? | 76ers Ars DANGEROUS | NBA Takeaways

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their 3 biggest takeaways from week 10 of the NBA season.07:50 - Are the 76ers actually dangerous?32:33 - Pick Your West Top 4 to Guarantee a Title52:00 - The Wizards: Pretty fun!1:14:59 - Nikola Jokic and the 65 Game Rule1:33:09 - Wait, why are the Nets supposed to trade Michael Porter Jr.?1:49:56 - Jaylen Brown's insane season continuesSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:FOR A LIMITED TIME, OUR LISTENERS CAN GET THE HARRY’S PLUS TRIAL SET FOR ONLY $10 AT HARRYS.COM/GAMETHEORY. THIS SET INCLUDES THE ALL-NEW HARRY’S PLUS RAZOR, ONE REFINED 5-BLADE CARTRIDGE, A 2OZ FOAMING SHAVE GEL, AND A TRAVEL COVER TO PROTECT YOUR BLADES ON THE GO. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 5, 20262h 2m

Ep 768James Nnaji commits to Baylor: Is Everyone Eligible Now? | PLUS: Is NBA Tanking Really A Problem? | Game Theory Draft Show

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their reactions to recent NBA 2nd round pick Jame Nnaji committing to Baylor, discussing how this is possible, whether this is good or bad for college basketball, whether Baylor should or shouldn't have signed him & much more (3:10). PLUS: Does the NBA actually have the tanking problem that they say they're trying to fix? (46:22)SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL!SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE GAME20. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 30, 20251h 7m

Ep 767Lakers Need To Make Trade | Jamal Murray is an All-Star | Keyonte George is Most Improved NBA Player

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their 3 biggest takeaways from week 10 of the NBA season.06:25 - Lakers Are Cooked Barring A Trade27:41 - Good/Bad Lineup Data42:35 - Jamal Murray Needs to Make His First All-Star Game55:45 - Best High Offensive Usage Defenders1:12:30 - Keyonte George is the NBA’s Most Improved Player1:29:32 - Christmas Day TakeawaysSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL!SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE AT MIZZENANDMAIN.COM, PROMO CODE GAME20. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 29, 20251h 45m

Ep 766NBA Christmas Day Primer! | Hornets Love/Hate Watch | Fav League Pass Teams | Week 9 NBA Takeaways

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their 3 biggest takeaways from week 9 of the NBA season.05:00 - Eastern Conference Playoffs will be Competitive AND Interesting21:23 - Charlotte Hornets are Sam's favorite love/hate watch45:41 - Favorite League Pass Team55:54 - Jalen Williams works himself back into game shape for the Thunder1:06:25 - 76ers backcourt trio figuring things out1:22:48 - Christmas Day PrimerSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 22, 20251h 34m

Ep 765Knicks Win NBA Cup! | Kon vs Coop Rookie Of The Year Race | Bucks Buyers? | Kings Teardown? | Game Theory Podcast

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon are first joined by Andrew Claudio to recap the New York Knicks winning the 2025 NBA Cup & discuss whether they should be considered the best team in the Eastern Conference. Then, they go through several NBA topics from the past week as the post NBA Cup schedule now begins.02:00 - Knicks Win NBA Cup!46:02 - What's Next For The Spurs?!50:10 - Rookie of the Year Race: Cooper vs. Kon1:04:43 - Bucks BUYING at Deadline?1:19:33 - What do the Kings do at the Deadline?1:35:46 - Heat Should Be Able To Trade RozierSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:START YOUR HAIR GROWTH JOURNEY WITH NUTRAFOL! FOR A LIMITED TIME, NUTRAFOL IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS TEN DOLLARS OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH’S SUBSCRIPTION AND FREE SHIPPING WHEN YOU GO TO NUTRAFOL.COM AND ENTER THE PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY”WORK HARD AND CHANGE THE GAME. RIGHT NOW, GLD IS MAKING HOLIDAY SHOPPING EASY.FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY, NEW CUSTOMERS GET AN INSANE DEAL: USE CODE GAMETHEORY TO GET 50% OFF AT GLD.COM. AFTER YOU PURCHASE, THEY’LL ASK WHERE YOU HEARD ABOUT THEM—PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SHOW AND TELL THEM WE SENT YOU. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 18, 20251h 54m

Ep 764NBA Trade Deadline Primer | Contending Teams Making Moves? | One Trade That Makes Sense Leaguewide

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon take a break from draft coverage to go through their first NBA trade deadline preview now that teams are officially able to discuss trades that involve players they signed in free agency over the summer. 04:27 - Will this be as weird a trade deadline as we've seen in a while?16:25 - Who are the contending buyers at the deadline?58:50 - One Trade that Makes Sense League WideSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:START YOUR HAIR GROWTH JOURNEY WITH NUTRAFOL! FOR A LIMITED TIME, NUTRAFOL IS OFFERING OUR LISTENERS TEN DOLLARS OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH’S SUBSCRIPTION AND FREE SHIPPING WHEN YOU GO TO NUTRAFOL.COM AND ENTER THE PROMO CODE “GAMETHEORY”WORK HARD AND CHANGE THE GAME. RIGHT NOW, GLD IS MAKING HOLIDAY SHOPPING EASY.FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY, NEW CUSTOMERS GET AN INSANE DEAL: USE CODE GAMETHEORY TO GET 50% OFF AT GLD.COM. AFTER YOU PURCHASE, THEY’LL ASK WHERE YOU HEARD ABOUT THEM—PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SHOW AND TELL THEM WE SENT YOU. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 16, 20251h 25m