On today's show Andrew and Ben begin with a new milestone for the Oracle from Oregon and a survey of the Western Conference. Topics include: The best possible version of the West playoff bracket, thoughts on Suns-Wolves Wednesday night, a Clippers hypothetical, and the Russell Westbrook Apology Form. From there (30:00): The best surprises and biggest disappointments of 2023, including the Kings, Celtics, Quin Snyder, Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley, the Raptors, the Pelicans, and more. At the end (60:00): Why baseball’s introduction of the pitch clock should motivate the NBA on a variety of fronts, a new plan for the Wizards after this week’s Porzingis rumors, and a public service announcement before Iowa-South Carolina on Friday night.