Jahadi White and Matt Modderno bring you the 300th episode of Bleav in Wizards! Thanks to all of the listeners and supporters throughout. On today's episode, they discuss the Wizards additions of Leaky Black, Kira Lewis Jr., and Jaylen Nowell on Exhibit 10 contracts (first reported by Josh Robbins of The Athletic). They also cover Kyle Kuzma's position as the 11th best power forward on HoopsHype's positional rankings, Nick Young saying Kyrie Irving is better than Steph Curry and Kobe Bryant is better than Michael Jordan, Gilbert Arenas saying Michael Jordan played against weak competition, and Zion Williamson finally appearing to be in peak shape. They close out the show by drafting their starting five of Wizards players. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jahadi White and Matt Modderno make their predictions for the upcoming 2024-2025 season on the Wizards' roster, 10-man rotation, starting 5, lineup combinations, and who should spend time with the Capital City Go-Go. They also discuss the release of Eugene Omoruyi, Malcolm Brogdon's long-term future with the team, Jordan Poole taking on more leadership responsibilities, and Kyle Kuzma's role on this team. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Modderno is joined by NBA Draft analyst Ersin Demir of edemirnba.substack.com to discuss forward prospects who could be interesting to the Wizards in the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft. Players covered include: Matas Buzelis, Tidjane Salaun, Kyshawn George, Ryan Dunn, Pacome Dadiet, and Dillon Jones. Presented by betonline.ag!

Here is a link to our Draft Night fundraiser where we'll be raising money for the MS Society to fight Multiple Sclerosis: https://events.nationalmssociety.org/participant/bleav-in-wizards

4:00 - Matas Buzelis
14:00 - Tidjane Salaun
20:00 - Kyshawn George
25:00 - Tyler Smith
30:00 - Pacome Dadiet
38:00 - Dillon Jones

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We've dissected the hirings of Michael Winger and Will Dawkins so it was time to cover Travis Schlenk's addition in more detail. Kevin Chouinard (@KLChouinard) of Hawks.com joins the podcast to discuss Schlenk's time as Head of Basketball Ops for the Atlanta Hawks. We go over his draft and trade history in Atlanta and his involvement in key draft decisions with Golden State. There's at least one major drafting tendency that he and Bob Myers seem to share. Chouinard gives great perspective on Schlenk, his team-building philosophy, and what that might mean for the future of Wizards. Schlenk basically rebuilt the Hawks in three years, could he do the same in DC if given the chance? Tune in to find out! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Wizards have hired Will Dawkins, the VP of Basketball Operations for the OKC Thunder, to join their front office, as general manager. Rylan Stiles (@rylan_stiles), host of the Locked On Thunder podcast and editor of Thunderous Intentions, joins Matt Modderno to discuss what Wizards fans can expect from Dawkins. We discuss what that means for the team-building strategy and who are the likely draft picks that could appeal to Dawkins. Is Bilal Coulibaly a likely candidate for the 8th pick now? Tune in to find out! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Osman Baig (@obtoojiveforyou) joins to discuss an article he wrote for Bullets Forever where he talked to Clippers insider Robert Flom about Michael Winger's track record in LA. Oz shares some of the insights he learned from that convo and we break down Winger's roster building and draft picks. Based on the precedent he set in LA, is a rebuild coming? We weigh in on that and what it means for each member of the big 3. Plus, Oz and Matt discuss Matt's Draft Big Board 1.0. We run down the top 30 picks on Matt's board. Oz's article: https://www.bulletsforever.com/2023/5/30/23740969/washington-wizards-los-angeles-clippers-faq-michael-winger-front-office Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Troy Haliburton (@TroyHalibur) joins the podcast to talk about the latest developments and reporting associated with the hiring of Michael Winger as president of Monumental Basketball. Supposedly, Ted Leonsis is giving Winger full authority to do whatever he wants to the roster, including rebuilding, but should we actually believe that? We also discuss who Winger is likely to hire to be the actual general manager of the Wizards. Plus, we review Winger's comments about Bradley Beal being "unequivocally a superstar." Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Wizards have (finally) hired someone to run their organization! Michael Winger leaves his role as Clippers GM to have "full leadership" over all of Monumental Basketball. Dan Favale (@danfavale) of the Hardwood Knocks (@HardwoodKnocks) podcast and Bleacher Report joins Matt Modderno to discuss the move. What does it mean for the future of the organization? Will this represent a departure from the middle-build approach? Will Ted Leonsis give him full autonomy? Does this mean Porzingis and Kuzma should pack their bags? Dan and Matt break the whole thing down! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav in Wizards Draft: On this episode, we cover the Arkansas prospects: Anthony Black, Nick Smith Jr. Ricky Council IV, and Jordan Walsh. Jacob Davis (@JacobScottDavis), the owner & publisher of Hawg Country (@HawgCountry_FR) and the host of The Hawg Talk (@TheHawgTalk), came on to provide in-depth analysis as someone who covered the team all season and watched all of their games. We spent the most time on Black as he's the player most likely to be taken by the Wizards at #8 but Smith Jr. could be a steal later in the lottery if the team were to move down. Council and Walsh would be very intriguing options for either of the Wizards' second round picks. We cover all of their strengths, areas for improvement, likely NBA roles, and fit with the Wizards. Plus, we answer some listener questions. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav in Wizards Draft: On today's episode, we cover Villanova freshman wing Cam Whitmore. Tommy Godin (@tommygodinjr) of VU Hoops (@vuhoops) and Road to the Garden (@Road2theGarden) covered Whitmore all year so he is able to provide a first-hand account of what Whitmore could bring to the Wizards if he's available with the 8th pick. We cover his strengths, weaknesses, likely role, long-term ceiling, and even answer fans questions about Whitmore's game! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jahadi White and Matt Modderno discuss what's going on with the Wizards' GM search and what we should take away from the lack of meaningful updates so far. Will things begin to heat up now that the Warriors' season is over and Bob Myers is available? We also go over Myers' tenure in Golden State and whether he's actually the right fit in Washington. Would he try to bring someone like Draymond Green with him? We also cover the recent coaching staff changes the Wizards have made and what that means for Wes Unseld Jr.'s future with the organization. We close the show by answering listener questions from the mailbag. Jahadi provides his perspective on how the role of the center has changed from when he played, the future of the big man in a positionless game, and what it would realistically take for the Wizards to become a contending team. Plus, Jahadi talks about players getting concussions and we discuss why Stephen A. Smith's take on Anthony Davis's head injury is so problematic. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav in DMV Hoops: On the inaugural episode of Bleav in DMV Hoops, Matt Modderno welcomes Jeff Ermann (@Jeff_Ermann) of InsideMDSports.com to check in on all things Maryland Basketball! If you haven't been keeping up over the offseason so far, allow us to get you up to speed. We talk about Jahmir Young and Donta Scott deciding to return, the additions of Chance Stephens and Jordan Geronimo, the departures of Hakim Hart and Ian Martinez, and Maryland's pursuit of Hunter Dickinson. Jeff also provides an overview of what to expect from the Terps' incoming freshman trio of DeShawn Harris-Smith, Jamie Kaiser, and Jahnathan Lamothe. Plus, some insight into the recruitment of 2024 5-star prospect Derik Queen and an update on just how much involvement Garry Williams has these days. Check out Jeff's great work here: https://247sports.com/college/maryland/ Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of "Bleav in Wizards Draft", Matt Modderno is joined by Ersin Demir (@EDemirNBA) of nbadraftjunkies.com to break down the "power forward" position in this year's NBA Draft. They start the episode off with an in-depth assessment of which player might make the most sense to play next to Kristaps Porzingis. They cover: Jarace Walker, Taylor Hendricks, GG Jackson, Leonard Miller, Noah Clowney, Jalen Wilson, Dillon Mitchell, Nikola Durisic, Jordan Walsh, Coleman Hawkins, Arthur Kaluma, Kobe Brown, and Zvonimir Ivisic. Should Walker, Hendricks, or Jackson be candidates for the Wizards with the 8th or 9th pick? Tune in to find out! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Modderno is joined by NBA Draft analyst Ersin Demir of edemirnba.substack.com to discuss guard prospects who could be interesting to the Wizards in the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft. Players covered include: Reed Sheppard, Stephon Castle, Rob Dillingham, Nikola Topic, Devin Carter, Jared McCain, Isaiah Collier, and Carlton "Bub" Carrington. Presented by betonline.ag!

Here is a link to our Draft Night fundraiser where we'll be raising money for the MS Society to fight Multiple Sclerosis: https://events.nationalmssociety.org/participant/bleav-in-wizards

2:00 - Reed Sheppard

7:00 - Stephon Castle

14:00 - Rob Dillingham

21:00 - Nikola Topic

30:00 - Devin Carter

40:00 - Isaiah Collier

47:00 - Carlton "Bub" Carrington

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Jahadi White and Matt Modderno break down the Wizards' GM search and how the timing of it might complicate things. Jahadi provides his perspective on whether the Wizards need to rush to make a move and if waiting will hamper their pre-draft process at all. For instance, is a GM from a winning team as well-versed on lottery-caliber prospects? Jahadi also fills listeners in on what the dynamics are like between players and GMs. He talks about what his interactions were like with Wes Unseld Sr., Ernie Grunfeld, and Tommy Sheppard. Both hosts weigh in on the reports that Tommy Sheppard's attachment to Bradley Beal may have cost him his job and whether Ted Leonsis has really soured on Beal. What does a new GM mean for the futures of Beal, Kristaps Porzingis, Kyle Kuzma, and Wes Unseld Jr.? Plus, the guys open the show by talking about what the Wizards should try to incorporate from other playoff teams as they build for the future. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this "Bleav in Wizards Draft" spinoff episode, Matt Modderno is joined by Garrett Johnson (@halfawaketakes), a scout for Between the Lines Sports and a Wizards fan. They cover all of the "bigs" or center prospects likely to be on the radar of NBA teams leading up to this year's draft. Victor Wembanyama is likely the only lottery pick of the bunch but there are plenty of other names who could provide depth later in the draft, especially the second round. Garrett and Matt weigh in on the NBA potential of big-time college players like Zach Edey, Oscar Tshiebwe, Drew Timme, Adama Sanogo, etc. Plus, some of our personal favorite sleepers. If you want the Wizards to add another big to their roster, this is the episode for you! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this "Bleav in Wizards Draft" spinoff episode, Matt Modderno is joined by Cooper Klein (@Alley_Oop_Coop) of the Upside Swings podcast (@upsideswings) to discuss the wings who are likely to go in the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft. They cover the major names and which ones make the most sense for the Wizards and their new GM to evaluate. They also discuss several sleepers who could provide good value later in the first round or in the early second. If you're interested in a comprehensive list of the wings who are likely in the first-round discussion, this is the episode for you! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Osman Baig (@Obtoojiveforyou) of Bullets Forever joins Matt Modderno to discuss the huge news that the Wizards have "dismissed" GM and Team President Tommy Sheppard after what seems like 174 years with the organization. Sheppard finished with a 129-179 record and one playoff appearance on his resume. Oz and Matt cover why the Wizards made this decision now, what it means for the futures of the "big 3", who are some likely candidates to replace him, and what Sheppard's overall legacy will be. The guys leave no stone unturned when it comes to eulogizing the Tommy Sheppard era! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jahadi White and Matt Modderno give their final thoughts on the 2022-2023 Wizards season. They talk about what worked, what didn't, and what the Wizards need to focus on in order to be better next year. Both hosts believe increasing pace of play is a big area of focus this offense so they address what type of personnel moves that would require. There's a longer conversation on coaching and getting players to buy-in, as well as what it's like for someone like Wes Unseld Jr. to go from being an assistant to a head coach. Jahadi is able to provide a really interesting perspective on how players view coaches and what convinces them to trust and respect that coach. Plus, evaluation of the positive end to the season for Johnny Davis and the confusing end for Isaiah Todd. This is the thorough postmortem on the Wizards' season for the diehard Wizards fans out there! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Osman Baig (@obtoojiveforyou) of Bullets Forever joins Matt Modderno for a reaction podcast after the Wizards' end of season media availability. Tommy Sheppard, Wes Unseld Jr., Bradley Beal, and others all weighed in on what went wrong this season. Their responses ranged from things like injuries to a lack of accountability. Some of those comments might be a bit triggering for fans so Oz and Matt gave their gut reactions after hearing them. They also break down whether there was anything valuable to take away from the entire session that might give an indication of their offseason priorities. How do the Wizards improve their long-term circumstances? Is there any light at the end of the tunnel? Tune in to find out! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In all likelihood, the Wizards have locked themselves in for a top-10 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. Jahadi White and Matt Modderno break down their lottery odds and just how good of a pick they could realistically get. They also cover Tommy Sheppard's desire to add Marcin Gortat to the coaching staff in a greater role in the future, what it's like playing on a team that's going to be in the lottery, and have an honest convo about the role of gambling in the NBA. Jahadi shows some love to Deni Avdija, Corey Kispert, and Jordan Goodwin. Plus, they discuss where the heck is Isaiah Todd right now? They close by previewing the Wizards final 3 games and provide details on a fan meet-and-greet event Jahadi will be participating in during the Wizards game on 4/7. Make sure to check it out if you'd like a chance to meet Jahadi in person! https://www.nba.com/wizards/news/wizards-celebrate-fan-appreciation-night-on-april-7 Presented by Betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Modderno is joined by Greg Finberg (@GregFinberg) of the WizardsWave blog to touch on all of the relevant Wizards-related news items. They start by discussing the teams' peaks and valleys in terms of record over the last 20 years and how they're aiming too low with their current approach to build a successful team. Bill Simmons recently blasted the Wizards as being the dumbest franchise in the league so Greg and Matt weigh in on that. They each give their perspectives on Chris Miller's comments directed at fans who want the team to lose their remaining games. Bradley Beal is apparently being investigated for assaulting a fan so they offer their thoughts on that as well. They close the show by discussing whether a Bradley Beal for Jaylen Brown trade is at all realistic. Make sure to check out Greg's blog: https://sites.psu.edu/gregfinbergblog/2022/09/08/the-beginning/ Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jahadi White and Matt Modderno talk about the Wizards' recent choice to soft tank for the remainder of the NBA season. The guys lay out their plans for how to improve the team for next season, especially how to supercharge their offense. The Wizards three-point offense and defense has been lacking, especially lately, so that's a large focus of the conversation. They discuss the most important position to upgrade in the offseason and the draft prospect who best helps address that need. Jahadi helps read between the lines of Kyle Kuzma's recent comments about his impending free agency. Should the Wizards invest heavily to bring him back? Tune in to find out! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Wizards gave a disappointing performance in a loss to the Orlando Magic and are now 3.5 games out of the last play-in spot. Will Clayton (@WillCIayton) joins Matt Modderno for a live postgame reaction podcast in what is hopefully a very relatable conversation for all Wizards fans. They discuss whether the Wizards are actually trying to soft tank, and if so, why wouldn't they play people like Johnny Davis more minutes. Will and Matt offer their perspective on how it feels to be a fan of this team when you can't really understand what they're trying to do or what the plan is for the future. Both of them feel conflicted about wanting the team to lose games but also aren't upset that the team's draft lottery odds are improving. Plus, Will and Matt give their takes on the recent play of Deni Avdija. Feel free to share your thoughts with us about the team and this season either on social media (@bleavinwizards) or via email (bleavinwizards@gmail.com). This is a safe space to let it all out. We sure did! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Matt Modderno covers five forwards he thinks are undervalued in this year's NBA Draft: Ryan Dunn, Keshad Johnson, Tristan Enaruna, Enrique Freeman, and Isaac Jones. Presented by betonline.ag! Here is a link to our Draft Night fundraiser where we'll be raising money for the MS Society to fight Multiple Sclerosis: https://events.nationalmssociety.org/participant/bleav-in-wizards Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Part 2, Bryce Hendricks (@brycehendrick14) of the Upside Swings podcast (@UpsideSwings) joins Matt Modderno to break down all of the potential NBA Draft prospects that will be in action during Friday's first round NCAA Tournament games. It's an absolutely loaded show and we touch on pretty much everyone in the field whether they're a likely lottery pick or a fringe two-way candidate. Make sure to tune in so you know which players to be aware of and which ones might catch the Wizards' attention. We covered Keyonte George, Cason Wallace, Jalen Hood-Schifino, Colby Jones, Jordan Hawkins, and many more! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Part 1, Stone Hansen (@report_court) of the Upside Swings podcast (@UpsideSwings) joins Matt Modderno to break down all of the potential NBA Draft prospects that will be in action during Thursday's first round NCAA Tournament games. It's an absolutely loaded show and we touch on pretty much everyone in the field whether they're a likely lottery pick or a fringe two-way candidate. Make sure to tune in so you know which players to be aware of and which ones might catch the Wizards' attention. We covered Brandon Miller, Gradey Dick, Anthony Black, Nick Smith Jr., Kris Murray, Jarace Walker, and many more! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jahadi White and Matt Modderno review the Wizards' recent losing streak. They identify issues with their defensive gameplans and their stagnant fourth quarter offense. They also address Kyle Kuzma's comments about their offensive woes and discuss ways to get him more involved and easier looks. Deni Avdija and Daniel Gafford have both been up and down this season so that also deserved some analysis. Plus, a little love for Corey Kispert. They close the show with a preview of the next four Wizards games and NCAA tournament predictions. Presented by Betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Capital City Go-Go insider Wayne Cole (@waynec0le) joins Matt Modderno for an update on the Wizards' G League affiliate. Wayne recently traveled to Las Vegas to watch the team take on Scoot Henderson and the G League Ignite so he talks about his trip. We do deep dives into the recent play of Johnny Davis and Isaiah Todd and what their experience in the G League has been like. Wayne also gives updates on (relatively) newer members of the team like Jules Bernard, Trevion Williams, and Jay Huff. We close with a rapid fire on each member of the Go-Go roster so that everyone gets a little love on this episode. If you're at all curious about the Go-Go, who is most likely to get called up to the Wizards next, or what it's like to cover a G League team, you won't want to miss this candid convo with Wayne. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode, Jahadi White and Matt Modderno break down the Wizards' recent games against the Raptors and Bucks. We dissect their defensive gameplan against the Bucks and talk through how they could vary their offensive approach to keep Kristaps Porzingis more engaged throughout and lighten the load on Bradley Beal down the stretch of games. The Wizards need to vary their offense and keep the ball moving and we have some thoughts on how they can better do that. We also cover which players need to step up for them to make the play-in. Jahadi also provides a really great perspective on the whole Ja Morant situation that would be interesting for any NBA fans to hear. Plus, Matt interviews Jacob Doole of The Pick and Roll, an Australian basketball website, to get the scoop on new Wizard Xavier Cooks, who currently plays for the Sydney Kings. Check out Jacob's work at: https://pickandroll.com.au/ Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Modderno is joined by Eric Aaronson (@EricAaronson) in this episode to discuss the latest personnel moves the Wizards have made including waiving Vernon Carey Jr., adding Jay Huff on a two-way contract, and signing Jamaree Bouyea to a 10-day contract. Do any of these moves really move the needle? We break down each move, what the Wizards really need to do to improve their roster long term, and their lack of a top option at the point guard position. We give our perspectives on the overall fan experience this season and why it's hard to get really excited for this particular team despite like a lot of the individual pieces. Eric provides some really good insight on the Wizards' team-building philosophy and how it doesn't exactly match up with where the league is going. We also talk about Stateside Vodka, the official beverage of the podcast and where Eric works, and why it's the perfect drink for Wizards fans. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Babcock (@mattbabcock11) of Draft Digest (@DraftDigest) joins Jahadi White and Matt Modderno this week. Babcock provides expert analysis on NBA Draft prospects likely to go in the late lottery, which is around when the Wizards would potentially be picking. We cover Nick Smith Jr., Keyonte George, Cason Wallace, Anthony Black, Jett Howard, and several others. We also talk about the latest controversy surrounding likely top-5 pick Brandon Miller, who transported a gun to a teammate that was eventually used in a murder, and whether a team like the Wizards would stay away from him given their own history with gun-related incidents. Babcock also shares his thoughts on the Wizards' team-building strategy and Tommy Sheppard's overall draft record. Jahadi and Matt close the show by discussing the details of Jordan Goodwin's new contract and Wes Unseld Jr.'s head-scratching rationale for benching Delon Wright during the Knicks game. Make sure to check out Matt Babcock's work at Draft Digest: https://www.si.com/nba/draft/ Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jahadi White and Matt Modderno are back after the All-Star game to get you prepped for the rest of the Wizards' season! With 24 games remaining, the Wizards are 28-30 so we discuss the Wizards' postseason chances, just how successful this core can be together, and whether this team has enough "dogs" on the roster. We also discuss the buyout of Will Barton, why his tenure wasn't as successful as all parties would have hoped, and what kind of deal Jordan Goodwin should be looking for now that he will be given a standard contract instead of a two-way. Jahadi also tells some great stories about attending All-Star weekend, what a gameday is like for players, being a second-round pick, how Michael Jordan treated his Wizards teammates, and Allen Iverson's ability to burn the candle at both ends. Make sure to subscribe and tell a friend! Presented by Betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bleav in Wizards made a big upgrade at the trade deadline bringing former Wizard Jahadi White to the show! In his first episode, we cover what he thinks of the Wizards "big 3", what they should do with their two marquee free agents this offseason, how you build around them, and whether Russell Westbrook would be a good addition to their existing core. Jahadi also provides great, firsthand insight into how players are feeling mentally and physically at this point in the season and how players make the most of the rest they're able to get during the All-Star break. We also cover why DC isn't more of a free agent destination and the ideal types of leadership needed for a successful NBA team. This is just a taste of what you can expect from the show moving forward so make sure to subscribe! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Wizard and current London Lions star Sam Dekker (@Dekker) joins Matt Modderno this week to give us an update on his career and the impressive season he's having so far. Sam is helping put the Lions on the map and making them relevant in EuroCup competition for the first time. Sam worked through some injuries and struggles as an NBA rookie coming out of Wisconsin so he was able to provide incredible perspective on what this year has been like for fellow Badger Johnny Davis. We guarantee you will not find better insight into Johnny's situation or what being an NBA rookie is like than what Sam offers here. He shares what it's like earning the trust of teammates and coaches, how to work through challenges as a young player, adjusting to the pro game, and what the development process is really like. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in what it's like to be a new player trying to make it in the NBA. Make sure to check out Sam's podcast, The Varsity Beat, for interviews with current and former student athletes and their experiences navigating things like Name Image and Likeness: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/varsity-beat/id1653476134 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kevin Broom and Osman Baig of Bullets Forever joined Matt Modderno for a live mock draft of the top 40 picks! Presented by Betonline.ag! Here is a link to our Draft Night fundraiser where we'll be raising money for the MS Society to fight Multiple Sclerosis: https://events.nationalmssociety.org/participant/bleav-in-wizards Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If the season ended today, the Wizards would have the 6th best odds in the NBA Draft Lottery. Rafael Barlowe (@Barlowe500) of NBA Big Board, Locked on NBA Big Board podcast, and NBA Draft Junkies joins Matt Modderno to discuss all things 2023 NBA Draft. We cover the prospects who make the most sense for the Wizards in the late lottery, ideal fits for this Wizards' roster, and sleepers in the second round. We also talk about the Wizards' draft philosophy, what they prioritize, their recent picks, whether they have "a type" they look for, and what to make of Johnny Davis's play so far. Make sure to check our Rafael's work at: https://www.nbabigboard.com/s/big-board Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Wizards blew 20+ point leads on back-to-back nights which hasn't happened in the NBA in 25 years. That warranted an immediate reaction podcast so Chase Carroll (@ChaseCarroll_) and Brendan (@threezustrist) & Domo (@Domo8166) of the Wizards of Gallery Place Podcast join the show. We talk about what kind of adjustments they should have made to win these games, question the rotations, and try to pinpoint exactly what went wrong and how they could have fixed it. Where was Deni Avdija in the 2nd half vs Portland? Kispert at the 4? Where was Daniel Gafford vs Brooklyn? What are they doing with Jordan Goodwin? We try to make sense of it all. We also discuss whether Wes Unseld Jr. is on the hot seat at all after a historically bad two-game stretch and if Tommy Sheppard is GM'ing for his job this deadline. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Modderno starts by sharing some interesting news, notes, statistics, and keys to success from the last month of Wizards basketball. The Wizards seem to have discovered their winning formula so Matt lays that out. Deni Avdija and Daniel Gafford have both been playing well lately so Matt provides some extra details and insights about their play. He wraps the show by giving an update on the mock trade deadline he participated in. Three more Wizards ended up being moved before the exercise came to an end. Let us know what you think of the final team. Plus, there's an update on the merch giveaway and the guesses we've received on who the new co-host might be. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gibson Lowenberg (@GibbyLowen) of the Wiz of Awes (@WizOfAwes) joins Matt Modderno to discuss a mock trade deadline exercise where Matt is representing the Wizards as GM. In this alternate reality, Kyle Kuzma gets traded away. Did Matt make the right move? Gibson also weighs in on the Wizards' real trade and what he'd like to see as the ultimate outcome for this season. They also discuss whether Tommy Sheppard is the right man for the job or someone like Warriors GM Bob Myers is a realistic name to pursue. Plus, Matt offers some details on a new merch giveaway and teases an exciting announcement for the show! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Tassopoulos (@tasspointoh) of the Bleav in Mavs podcast joined Matt Modderno this week for a podcast breaking down the Wizards win over the Mavericks and the post-game comments of Spencer Dinwiddie and Kyle Kuzma. Could this be the start of a rivalry? We also cover Matt's team building philosophy, Wizards' draft misses, Johnny Davis vs Jaden Hardy, Josh Green's growth, why Alabama's Brandon Miller might challenge for a top 2 pick, whether Kyle Kuzma has been the Wizards' best player, and much more! Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Osman Baig (@obtoojiveforyou) of Bullets Forever joins Matt Modderno to break down the Rui Hachimura trade. We cover whether this is the sign of a larger impending deal, could they have gotten more, and does Kendrick Nunn help this team. We also discuss how this reflects on Tommy Sheppard and if trading away a lottery pick for second-round picks is signalling failure. At what point does Ted Leonsis begin to lose confidence in him? Plus, we cover Gilbert's son Alijah Arenas scoring 54 points in a game as a high school freshman and a new Michael Jordan Wizards documentary that's on the way. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Troy Haliburton (@Troyhalibur) joins the podcast to discuss his latest intel on the Wizards' trade deadline happenings. Several marquee names could be on the way out the door and Troy shares some of the teams that could be interested and the Wizards' motivations behind the potential moves. We also break down the John Wall interview and the ramifications that could have for the organization moving forward as they try to bring in future free agents. Plus, we tell you why Tommy Sheppard is on the hot seat. This must-listen episode was presented by betonline.ag! Find more of Troy's great insight here: https://troyhaliburton.substack.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Modderno joins the crew of Bleav in Knicks to discuss what it's like rooting for a middling franchise, what the Wizards should do with Kyle Kuzma and Kristaps Porzingis at the deadline, whether Immanuel Quickley is available, and so much more. Plus, an update on Bradley Beal and a preview of the Knicks v Wizards matchup on Friday night. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Osman Baig (@obtoojiveforyou) of Bullets Forever joins Matt Modderno on the pod this week to discuss Bradley Beal's latest hamstring injury and how the Wizards should handle that. They also talk about how to honestly evaluate Kyle Kuzma's play, what the Wizards should do with him at the deadline, whether Deni Avdija or Rui Hachimura could fill the void, and if the team will be buyers or sellers at the deadline. Oz and Matt also discussed the job of Wes Unseld Jr., success with the big starting lineup, and how to best improve the team with that formula in mind. Plus, Matt provides his eval of Villanova freshman and future lottery pick Cam Whitmore after seeing him in person this week. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kevin Chouinard (@KLChouinard) of hawks.com and the ATL and 29 podcast (@ATLand29) joins Matt Modderno to discuss a rumored trade that would send John Collins from Atlanta to Washington. Chouinard provides a detailed breakdown of Collins' game and his potential fit next to Kristaps Porzingis and Bradley Beal. We also discussed why Delon Wright couldn't crack the rotation more in Atlanta despite being so impactful in DC and whether Cam Reddish is worth targeting as a buy-low option. Presented by betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:00 - intro

2:00 - The Celtics win the NBA Championship

10:00 - Players who have worked out for the Wizards

15:00 - Favorite options for the #2 pick and how the Wizards should build their team, including Alex Sarr, Matas Buzelis, Stephon Castle, and Zaccharie Risacher

51:00 - The Wizards are headed to Mexico

55:00 - RIP Jerry West

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Osman Baig (@OBtoojiveforyou) of Bullets Forever joins Matt Modderno this week to run through New Year's Resolutions for each of the Wizards. We also discuss a potential trade with the Suns for Jae Crowder where the Wizards reportedly offered Rui Hachimura but the Suns wanted Deni Avdija instead. Plus, Bradley Beal has injured his other hamstring this time and we cover how it may limit the front office's ability to truly evaluate their full team as we move closer to the trade deadline. Presented by Betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Griffin Queen (@GriffinQ) of the List Night Podcast (@ListNight) & The Give and Go Show (@GiveGoShow) joins Matt Modderno for a special holiday-themed episode. We start by going through our respective Naughty or Nice lists for the Wizards so far this season. Followed by which holiday gifts we would give to certain players, teams officials, and/or fans. We wrap up the show by reviewing the worst takes from Wizards Twitter (spoiler: there are some all-timers this week). Plus, Matt talks about what it was like following the Wizards on their LA road trip. If you like the show, do us a favor and tell a friend! That can be your holiday gift to us (and hopefully to your friend). Happy Holidays, everyone! Presented by Betonline.ag! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dan Favale (@danfavale) of the Hardwood Knocks podcast (@HardwoodKnocks) and Bleacher Report joins Matt Modderno to discuss the Wizards recent slide down the standings and whether it's time to trade off some assets while they're at peak value. Dan recently wrote an article that contained some interesting Kyle Kuzma to the Knicks trades so we broke those down as well as a potential return to the Lakers and some other possible destinations. We also discussed the trade value of Bradley Beal if he were to ask out. Check out Dan's article here: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10058016-trade-ideas-to-save-the-new-york-knicks-season New "We will never, ever tank" shirts: https://shop.bleav.com/product/we-will-never-ever-tank-tee/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.