Best Andy Larsen Podcasts (2024)

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Lauri is coming back! Andy Larsen Breaks Down Lauri's Extension + What is Next for the Jazz? 36:45

7d ago36:45

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Leif Thulin is joined by Andy Larsen of the Salt Lake Tribune to analyze the imminent extension of Lauri Markkanen. What are the specifics going to be monetarily? What is next for the Jazz on the Trade Market? Are the Jazz going to be bad enough to get Cooper Flagg? Why did the Warriors trade offer not convince the Jazz to sell Lauri? All of these …

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Can Sexton Be Even Better Than Last Year? Who Should Start + Month By Month Win/ Loss Projections 34:02

38m ago34:02

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Leif Thulin discusses who he thinks should and will start for the Utah Jazz this season. He then looks at mathematically derived projections for Collin Sexton and answers if Collin Sexton can reach those numbers. Lastly, Leif goes month-by-month, game-by-game to project how many wins the Jazz wins, guiding Jazz fans on what to expect as the Jazz ba…

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Is Cooper Flagg's Top End Outcome the best for the Jazz in this Draft? + Over Under Predictions 34:29

2d ago34:29

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Leif Thulin analyzes the Utah Jazz's newly released schedule and discusses the difficulties of it and how it is different due to hockey. He then takes a look at the odds from Fanduel on how many wins the Jazz are projected to earn in comparison with the other teams at the bottom of the NBA and explains why thinks the Jazz fare well in terms of next…

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#112 Paris 2024 Olympics — Professional Climber and Coach Tim Kang on The Results, The Routesetting, The Grades, and The Future of Competitions 2:06:24

1d ago2:06:24

2:06:24

Professional climber, coach, routesetter, and frequent Testpiece podcast guest, Tim Kang, is on the pod this week to share his thoughts about the Paris 2024 Olympics. Tim may be best known for his highball ascents that culminated in the film Focus, but Tim is also a seasoned competition climber with multiple World Cups under his belt. Tim loves com…

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Jazz's Pipe Dreams to Watch for in a Down Year 33:38

1h ago33:38

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Leif Thulin outlines what players and things could be perceived as massive wins for the Jazz in what figures to be a down year. Keyonte George's volume, Cody Williams' confidence, Walker Kessler's offensive growth and Taylor Hendricks' on ball defense all are facets of the game Jazz fans should pay attention to and if they vastly improve, the Jazz …

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"No Free Minutes!" Will the Youngsters Play and How Much? 34:06

3h ago34:06

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Leif Thulin addresses the Jazz's latest signings that rounded out the Utah Jazz's roster. Leif then poses the question of will these guys impeded the rookies from seeing the court. Will Hardy famously stated "No free minutes" many times last year and Leif digs up quotes to support this notion yet provides reasons the Jazz's youth movement will be i…

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How Good Are the Jazz's Youngsters In Comparison to the NBA? 34:52

8d ago34:52

34:52

Leif Thulin enlightens Jazz fans on who the newest Jazz man is and what are the nuances of his contract. Leif then ranks out the Jazz's young players in terms of who he values the most and why. Lastly, Leif ranks the best young cores in the NBA and where the Jazz stack up and provides a pitch for how the Jazz can reach that level. Support Us By Sup…

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#111 Tom O’Halloran — How To Do Hard Moves, Using Boards To Climb Better Outside, Toes Knees Hips, Taping Correctly, and What The Olympics Are Like 2:23:48

8d ago2:23:48

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Tom O’Halloran is arguably the best climber in Australia. He’s an Olympian, he’s climbed 15a and v14, and done FA’s nearly up to those grades as well. But the reason we wanted to have him on the podcast is because of the amazing YouTube content he puts out. He dives into the nuances of hard climbing in a way that actually helps people climb hard. T…

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Lauri's Locked In! What to Expect this Season 34:49

5d ago34:49

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Leif Thulin discusses the nuances of Lauri Markkanen's extension. Leif then breaks down his statistical expectations for Lauri and what it means for the Jazz in the short and long term to have Lauri on board for the next 5 years. Lastly, Leif explains how the Jazz's rebuild is going to have some questions answered this year as the Jazz likely strug…

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Lauri Markkanen Extension Reaction and Analysis 56:12

5d ago56:12

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Lauri Markkanen is here to stay with the Utah Jazz for 5 more years after officially signing his renegotiation and extension deal. Join Dan Clayton and Mark Russell Pereira of Salt City Hoops as they break down the specifics of the new deal, their enthusiasm for the young star, and what this means for the Jazz rebuild plan going forward to get back…

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Capture the Flagg? There are 7 All Stars for the Jazz to choose from in the 2025 Draft 34:03

8d ago34:03

34:03

Leif Thulin and NBA Draft Analyst guest Richard Stayman break down the absolutely loaded 2025 NBA Draft Class featuring Cooper Flagg along with many other potential All Stars. Leif and Richard describe the games of each prospect and their fits with the Jazz along with potential career arcs for each player and player comparisons. The Jazz's future c…

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#110 Ethan Salvo — Lessons From Climbing The Hardest Climb in Squamish [TWICE?!], Internal Vs External Motivations, and Transcending Grades 1:48:11

8d ago1:48:11

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Ethan Salvo is back on the podcast! Ethan's first episode (linked here) was a fan favorite so when Josh visited Squamish for a few days they met up do an impromptu live/in-person recording. Since the last recording, Ethan has climbed arguably the hardest climb in Squamish, The Singularity. The experience he had on it was fascinating and made him qu…

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20 teams in 20 years have tanked. What has worked? Does it work? What should the Utah Jazz do? 31:34

12d ago31:34

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Why does everyone love the Tank? Cooper Flagg compared to former Jazz player 29:27

13d ago29:27

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Why does everyone love the tank? Is there a track record that says emptying the cupboard going to the bottom and tanking actually works. What is the lure of the tank? Why are teams so willing to do it and why are fans so eager for their team to do it? David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA insider, takes a look at what tanks have wo…

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Did Draymond Green block the Utah Jazz Golden State Warriors trade? What is picking a lane? 29:47

14d ago29:47

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Draymond Green says the Golden State Warriors came to him with a trade and he said it would help him now but it was a bad deal for the Warriors and they shouldn't make the deal. Did Draymond Green block a Utah Jazz and Golden State Warriors deal. David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider doesn't think that is quite how it worke…

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The Utah Jazz are the talk of the NBA, What are the Utah Jazz up to? Latest rumors 31:12

15d ago31:12

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With the NBA quieting down the volume around the Utah Jazz has picked up. The Utah Jazz are the talk of the NBA. What are they doing with Lauri Markkanen? What are they doing with the 35 million dollars of cap space? What do they plan to do with 2 open roster spots? Why haven't they signed their draft picks? David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jaz…

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#109 Noah & Benn Wheeler — The World’s Hardest Campus Move, Most Difficult Board Climbs, FA’ing V12 On 1st Day Outdoors, and How This Generation Sees The Future 2:11:36

24d ago2:11:36

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Noah Wheeler and Benn Wheeler represent the next generation of climbers. At 21 and 19, they are some of the strongest board climbers in the world and their styles reflect that. They also are bring a unique point of view to the world of climbing content with their YouTube channel, Wheel Rock. These brothers have climbed up to V16 outdoors, FA’d up V…

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Who Has the Most to Prove on the Jazz? 28:49

18d ago28:49

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Leif Thulin discusses which 3 players he believes have the most to prove on the Utah Jazz entering this season. Leif explains it is not only a one season evaluation as proving it could mean stamping a spot on the roster's for years to come as the Jazz ramp up their contention. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaus…

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Short and Long Term Expectations for the Rookies + What Mattered at the Summer League? 33:09

19d ago33:09

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Leif Thulin analyzes the performances of Cody Williams, Isaiah Collier, and Kyle Filipowski at both the Salt Lake Summer League and Las Vegas Summer League. Leif then gives expectations for the trio of rookies in year 1 in the NBA plus what should Jazz fans expect from each by the end of their rookie contracts. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors…

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Is Lauri Markkanen's trade value increasing? 31:08

20d ago31:08

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Supply and demand drive the value of products in the real world in the NBA world it is a little different. Timing has a huge part of the equation and what else is available also has an impact. Is the Supply and Demand plus the other outside forces increasing the trade value of Lauri Markkanen? David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA …

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You want the best chance for Cooper Flagg this is what it is going to take 30:16

21d ago30:16

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Fan Duel sports book is out with its over under win totals for the NBA Season and it tells you what it would take to get the best chances to get Cooper Flagg. Are you willing to do what it would take to get Cooper Flagg? Would it be worth it for the Utah Jazz. Plus, the Fan Duel over under puts the Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets and Los Ang…

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Lauri Markkanen waiting game is underway for 16 days. Transition defense. Isaac Okoro should the Jazz get involved? 30:43

22d ago30:43

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It is a 16 day waiting game to see what happens with Lauri Markkanen. The Utah Jazz can't extend his deal until August 6th and the expectation is the Jazz will give Lauri an offer on the 6th. Until then the rumors are flying and the discussion is surrounding what the Jazz should do with Lauri Markkanen. The Golden State Warriors seem to be holding …

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#108 AJ [Alex Johnson] — 20 Years At The Top, The Evolution Of Climbing, Coaching Top Athletes, Climbing Drills, and Returning From A Major Injury 1:59:27

22d ago1:59:27

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AJ has been competing at the highest level for decades. She has won multiple Bouldering World Cups and she climbs just as hard outdoors with her iconic send of The Swarm (v13/14) in Bishop which was recently featured in Reel Rock. AJ also coaches some of the top up and coming Youth Athletes (one of her athletes recently won Nationals), through her …

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Revisit the Utah Jazz Trade Deadline deals. What is next for Keyonte George? 32:07

25d ago32:07

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The players have been drafted and the trade deadline deals can be evaluated. What do you think of those deals now compared to what happened in Februrary? What is next for Keyonte George and what is the best way for him to thrive? What are your feelings on Taylor Hendricks from the summer league? All a part of big time #askloj edition of the show Lo…

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Why has big game hunting come up empty for Utah Jazz and is it a viable option to build a team 31:46

26d ago31:46

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Danny Ainge said the Utah Jazz want to go big game hunting. So far the big game has not come in yet. Why have the Utah Jazz come up empty in big game hunting and is it a viable option for the Utah Jazz? David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, takes a look at the 5 players who have changed teams that are "big game" and looks …

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If the Utah Jazz trade with the Golden State Warriors who should they want in the deal? 32:15

27d ago32:15

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The NBA Rumor Mill is cooking with talk of the Utah Jazz and the Golden State Warriors and of course it is centered around Lauri Markkanen. If the Jazz were to trade Lauri Markkanen to the Golden State Warriors who would they want in the deal from the Golden State Warriors. David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA insider, takes a loo…

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Latest rumors on Lauri Markkanen and mixed opinions on what the Utah Jazz can do 31:05

28d ago31:05

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Lauri Markkanen continues to be the talk of the NBA. The New York Times had new reports on the trade talks and who is being discussed on the deal. David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, shares the talk around Las Vegas Summer League and the different opinions from well-respected smart NBA people. One person says the Jazz ha…

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Cody Williams has all the tools and one play showed it. Isaiah Collier and Kyle Filipowski shine in Vegas 31:12

29d ago31:12

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One play in Summer league showed it, Cody Williams has all the tools. Jab right go left on a swing through, gather at 17 feet and take to mother may I steps to the rack for a one footed jam at the rack. Cody Williams shows it all and David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider breaks down the play and why it should excite us all …

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#107 Drew Ruana — Thinking Long Term, Grading The Hardest Blocs, Working Weaknesses, 3 Common Plateaus and How to Get Through Them 2:10:57

29d ago2:10:57

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Drew Ruana is one of the strongest boulders in the world. Period. He over a hundred V14+ sends, and lots of then are V16. While some other climbers may have that amount of blocs under their belt, no one has accumulated this many in such a short time. Drew goes into his infamous “Send Colorado” journey, which is his goal to send all V14 and up bould…

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Should the Utah Jazz trade for Brandon Ingram? Will Lauri Markkanen be on the roster at trade deadline? Other #askloj edition 37:00

1M ago37:00

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In an #askloj edition of Locked on Jazz, the Utah Jazz fans want to know about Lauri Markkanen's future with the Jazz and if there are other trade partners. They want to know if they Utah Jazz should get in on the Brandon Ingram trade discussions? Then the focus turns to other free agents that are on the market and could be added to the Utah Jazz. …

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Recap of 3 days of Summer League Delight. No surprises and play harder 33:20

1M ago33:20

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The Utah Jazz Salt Lake Summer Leauge came to a conclusion last night wrapping up 3 really fun days at Delta Center. David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, takes a moment to recap the 3 days and break down the performances of Keyonte George, Walker Kessler, Taylor Hendricks, Isaiah Collier, Cody Williams and Kyle Filipowski…

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What happens when 8 teams all decide it is time for Cooper Flagg 34:36

1M ago34:36

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Cooper Flagg is making waves at USA Basketball and the NBA World is awaiting his arrival. All of a sudden it looks as though 8 different teams could be via for the #1 spot in the draft and the right for Cooper Flagg. The NBA worked to flatten the lottery odds and prevent this from happening but the Utah Jazz may have found themselves is bath tub fu…

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Walker Kessler v. Zach Edey makes a fun night of summer league. Latest Lauri Markkanen buzz 32:34

1M ago32:34

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The Utah Jazz Salt Lake City Summer league kicked off yesterday with a headliner of Walker Kessler v. Zach Edey. Zach Edey answered all questions about his NBA role and Walker Kessler showed progress in his summer league outing in a fun match up of bona fide NBA centers. The Delta Center was a buzz with talk of the Lauri Markkanen trade talks. Davi…

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Have trade talks about Lauri Markkaenen stalled? Are the Utah Jazz "uncommitted" to trading Lauri 30:57

1M ago30:57

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According to reports with sizeable deals in place the Utah Jazz seem "uncommitted" to deal Lauri Markkanen. David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA insider looks at the reports and pieces together what is taking place as well as seeing how this matches Danny Ainge's history as a decision maker. The Salt Lake Summer League is here. A …

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#106 Felipe Camargo — An Unlikely Path To The Top, Finding Mentors, Training Hard By Yourself, Establishing Next Level Routes in Brazil, and Giving Back 1:36:36

1M ago1:36:36

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Felipe Camargo is one of the top climbers in our sport with sends up to 9b and V15. That’s impressive… But what’s more impressive is that he began climbing Brazil where there was no professional climbers, no routes past 8b+, and no modern training facilities. Felipe managed to send the iconic 50m 9a+ Papichulo by mainly training on a 3x3m spray wal…

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The Show with No Name w/ @JersyJames & @Larsen_ESPN - 7/3/24 2:28:12

1M ago2:28:12

2:28:12

James and Porter take over the mic today in place of the Bill Riley show as we await the start of the Sean O’Connell Show. James and Porter talk with Jason Batacao and Josh Furlong on their expectations for Utes FB in their first season in the Big12, and Andy Larsen on the Utah Jazz off season, NBA free agency and more!…

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Andy Larsen on the Utah Jazz offseason rumors, NBA free agency, Utah Hockey Club news + more 26:55

1M ago26:55

26:55

Andy, Porter and James talk on the Utah Jazz moves in the offseason, NBA free agency, Utah Hockey Club news, and more!By Broadway Media

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Josh Furlong on what teams are at the top of the Big12, his expectations for Cam Rising this season + more 24:44

1M ago24:44

24:44

Josh, James and Porter on how accurate they think the the Big12 preseason media poll is, his thoughts on how Cam Rising will perform this season, a look beyond the HC Kyle Whittingham era, and more!By Broadway Media

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Jason Batacao on the Utah FB ranking #1 in the Big12 preseason media poll, a look around the Big12 + more 17:58

1M ago17:58

17:58

Jason, James, and Porter on the Utes ranking #1 in the Big12 preseason media poll in their first season in the conference, what he thought of the Utes FB program before he came to Utah, which Big12 teams are the biggest threats to Utah, and more!By Broadway Media

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Big Game Hunting: Could Utah Jazz trade for Kawhi Leonard 31:01

1M ago31:01

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You want Big Game Hunting does Kawhi Leonard count as big game hunting? The Los Angeles Clippers are in no man's land after losing Paul George. Is it possible they would be willing to move Kawhi Leonard. Could the Utah Jazz pounce and add Kawhi Leonard to Lauri Markkanen and build a Western Conference contender. David Locke, radio voice of the Utah…

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The Full Nameless Mid-Day Show w/@JersyJames23 & @LeifThulin - 7/2/24 2:00:07

1M ago2:00:07

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James and Leif take over the mic today in place of the Bill Riley show as we await the start of the Sean O'Connell Show. James and Leif talk with Gordie Chiesa for a full hour on Utah Jazz off season possibilities and free agency, and James Barlowe on who the Utah Jazz took in the NBA Draft, a look at the 2025 NBA Draft, and more!…

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James Barlowe analyzes the Utah Jazz draft picks, a look at the 2025 NBA draft + more 24:54

1M ago24:54

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James Barlowe talks with Leif and James break down the Utah Jazz draft picks, a look at the 2025 NBA draft possibilities, and more!By Broadway Media

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Gordie Chiesa on Jazz offseason possibilities, a look at NBA free agency + more 53:10

1M ago53:10

53:10

Gordie joins James and Leif to talk what the Jazz are up to in the NBA Offseason, NBA Free Agency, gives his list of the 15 greatest all around players in the NBA and more!By Broadway Media

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Will the Utah Jazz trade Lauri Markkanen? Did Danny Ainge tell us this might happen? What about DeMar DeRozan? 32:50

1M ago32:50

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NBA Free Agency is underway and the #1 talk in the NBA right now is will the Utah Jazz trade Lauri Markkanen? David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider breaks down why and if the Utah Jazz would actually consider trading Lauri Markkanen. Did Danny Aigne tell us this was a possibility? His full big game hunting quote did say if …

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#105 Tim Kang — Going All In, The Most Important Moments for Growth, Embracing What Others Won’t, and The Difference Between Good and Great 2:07:50

1M ago2:07:50

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Tim Kang is a frequent guest on the podcast, but now you get to hear him do a more typical interview. Tim is a professional climber and coach that has competed at the World Cup level, won a Psicobloc competition, climbed v14 and 5.14d, but he is best known for his daring sends of the wildest highballs in Bishop which culminated in the popular film …

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Live NBA Utah Jazz Free Agency Special. Who should target? How will they use their cap space 34:27

1M ago34:27

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The NBA Free Agency is upon us and David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, hosts a live show. The show breaks down who are the free agents that are available. Locke gives his list of Locke Like's and what he thinks the Utah Jazz need to add to their roster for the 24-25 season. How the Jazz should use their cap space, with L…

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NBA Draft Recap and Offseason Preview 1:33:07

2M ago1:33:07

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The Utah Jazz are primed for an extremely active offseason of roster shakeups, following a rookie draft that many are lauding. Dan Clayton and Mark Russell Pereira from Salt City Hoops will introduce Jazz fans to the new rookies Cody Williams, Isaiah Collier, and Kyle Filipowski, followed by a discussion on what to do with Lauri Markkanen this summ…