Summary In this episode of the NBA Plus podcast, the hosts discuss various topics including the recent performance of teams like Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers. They also analyze the competitive nature of the Western Conference and the surprises in the Eastern Conference. The hosts delve into the trades made during the trade deadline and evaluate the impact of these trades on teams like the New York Knicks and Dallas Mavericks. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various trades and their impact on different NBA teams. They assess the Boston Celtics' performance and the potential of the Phoenix Suns. The Milwaukee Bucks' acquisition of Patrick Beverley is also analyzed. The trade involving the Memphis Grizzlies, Brooklyn Nets, and Phoenix Suns is discussed, as well as the Toronto Raptors' trade decisions. The Houston Rockets' trade with the Boston Celtics is examined, and the impact of trades on the Los Angeles Lakers is evaluated. The conversation covers various topics related to NBA stadiums and courts. It starts with a discussion about the Pelicans and then moves on to ranking NBA stadiums. The conversation then focuses on the best and worst NBA courts, followed by a discussion on courtyard designs. The top 5 NBA courts are mentioned, and the conversation concludes with a discussion on the Lakers' performance and their limited potential. Takeaways Golden State Warriors have been performing well, with a strong resurgence in recent games. The Western Conference is highly competitive, with teams like the Clippers and Suns making significant strides. The trade deadline saw some interesting moves, including the New York Knicks improving their roster depth. The Dallas Mavericks made trades but are still struggling to find their rhythm. The hosts express excitement for the upcoming NBA playoffs. The design and aesthetics of NBA courts can greatly impact the overall experience for players and fans. The Sacramento Kings have the best court in the NBA league, while the Delta Center in Utah is considered the worst. The Lakers' performance and potential for success in the playoffs are questioned. The Lakers may prioritize their business goals over winning championships. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and NBA Updates 03:33 Discussion on the NBA Season 09:34 Cleveland's Dominance and Boston's Performance 13:32 Competitive Western Conference 19:30 Golden State Warriors' Resurgence 23:19 Trade Deadline Analysis 30:35 New York Knicks' Trades and Roster Depth 35:46 Dallas Mavericks' Trades and Comparison to the Lakers 36:52 Assessing the Boston Celtics 43:38 The Potential of the Phoenix Suns 49:24 Milwaukee Bucks' Acquisition of Patrick Beverley 55:14 The Trade Involving Memphis Grizzlies, Brooklyn Nets, and Phoenix Suns 59:29 Toronto Raptors' Trade Decisions 01:06:49 Houston Rockets' Trade with Boston Celtics 01:09:51 The Impact of Trades on the Los Angeles Lakers 01:11:32 Pelicans 01:11:54 Ranking NBA stadiums 01:12:39 Best and worst NBA courts 01:13:14 Courtyard designs 01:13:43 Top 5 NBA courts 01:14:05 Lakers' performance 01:14:49 Limited potential of Lakers 01:15:01 Lakers' business goals 01:15:09 Conclusion --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nbaplus/message