Everything that Probably did and will Happen because of the Trade Deadline
Audio is streamed directly from the publisher (api.substack.com) as published in their RSS feed. Play Podcasts does not host this file. Rights-holders can request removal through the copyright & takedown page.
Show Notes
It doesn't count as being late if you're late on purpose!
Never a fan of the instant reactions or day-after grading that is common in sports coverage, we've let every trade from the NBA's March 25th deadline marinate for a couple of games before we cast a withering eye.
We hit on the league-wide fallout of the Orlando Magic hitting the nuclear button, as well as how Miami seem to be able to upgrade assets at virtually no cost, apparently whenever they feel like it.
After that, we talk about how this year's Buyout Market has had a very polarizing effect on what is deemed to be competitive balance, and how much impact a past-their-prime buyout candidate can realistically be expected to have in their new surroundings.
Get full access to Bench Units at benchunits.substack.com/subscribe