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Dan is joined by Sarah Todd (@nbasarah) of the Deseret News and the Unsalvageable'podcast for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Utah Jazz. SUBSCRIBE TO UNSALVAGEABLE HERE. TIMESTAMPS⤵️0:00 - INTRO1:43 - Biggest takeaways from last season5:48 - The future of Walker Kessler12:57 - What’s next for Lauri Markkanen?22:37 - Development of Ace Bailey29:32 - The backcourt rotation 43:12 - Taylor Hendricks’ return48:19 - Continued development of Kyle Fililpwski51:27 - Can Cody Williams pop in Year 56:41 - Which vet plays the most?1:01:17 Defensive improvement 1:03:32 - Under the radar storylines and Biggest need1:04:36 - Top-10 rotation1:08:30 - Go-to crunch lineup1:10:12 - Wackadoodle lineups we want to see1:11:51 - John Tonje expectations 1:13:26 - PREDICTIONSSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleG

Dan and Grant are joined by Andrew "GMAC" Claudio (@andrewjclaudio_) of Knicks Film School for a deep dive into the 2025-26 New York Knicks. SUBSCRIBE TO KNICKS FILM SCHOOL HERE. TIMESTAMPS⤵️0:00 -Intro2:13 - The Thibodeau firing7:27 - Tactical changes under Mike Brown10:43 - Who should start?17:56 - Josh Hart’s fit 21:55 - How will the Knicks flesh out the roster?25:35 - Jordan Clarkson’s fit28:10 - Importance of Guerschon Yabusele32:35 - Can Jalen Brunson adapt?37:56 - Karl-Anthony Towns’ playmaking 40:50 - Future of Mikal Bridges46:25 - OG Anunoby’s offensive role49:11 - The Knicks’ depth 53:01 - New York’s youngsters1:02:18 - Biggest needs1:03:26 - Under-the-radar storyline 1:05:25 - Top-10 rotation 1:06:53 - Go-to crunch-time lineup 1:08:59 - Weirdo lineups we want to see1:11:42 - PREDICTIONSSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfa

Dan is joined by Bryan Toporek (@btoporek) from Liberty Ballers, Forbes, FanSided AND Bleacher Report for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Philadelphia 76ers. FOLLOW HIS WORK AT LIBERTY BALLERS HERE. TIMESTAMPS⤵️0:00 - INTRO3:17 - End of the Quentin Grimes saga / The offseason11:59 - What is the Sixers’ direction?15:50 - Expectations for Joel Embiid19:06 - The Sixers’ play style moving forward23:20 - Three-guard and four-guard lineups28:16 - Impact of VJ Edgecombe33:48 - Continued development of Jared McCain36:56 - Future of Justin Edwards39:58 - The secondary big man rotation 41:26 - Continued development of Adem Bona46:08 - What is the Sixers’ urgency level on the trade market?49:48 - Is Paul George underrated?53:54 - Joel Embiid’s offensive role55:54 - Sixers biggest needs57:41 - Under-the-radar storylines58:44 - Top-10 rotation 1:00:49 - Go-to crunch-time lineup1:01:58 - Weirdo lineups we want to see1:04:12 - Kyle Lowry + NBA positivity 1:08:24 - PREDICTIONSSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCH

Dan and Grant drop their biggest questions, takeaways and observations entering NBA training camp on the heels of EVERY team having their 2025 Media Day. TIMESTAMPS⤵️0:00 - INTRO2:226 - Al Horford to the Warriors5:56 - The Jonathan Kuminga situation 8:57 - The Quentin Grimes 14:02 - Are the Sixers going to be healthy?19:47 - Will Jayson Tatum play this year?23:45 - Is Giannis Antetokounmpo trolling us all?31:52 - The Kevin Durant talk33:19 - The West is big, man40:08 - Dereck Lively II and Victor Wembanyama are growing 42:32 - Can anyone catch Cooper Flagg for Rookie of the Year44:07 - Future of Walker Kessler49:18 - Are the Memphis Grizzlies in trouble?151:49 - Desmond Bane’s impact on Orlando’s offense55:42 - Who should the Knicks start?1:00:57 - Jalen Williams’ injury timeline1:02:35 - Will LeBron James retire?1:09:01 - Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers1:31:28 - The Trail Blazers are complicatedSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOC

At LONG LAST, Dan and Grant drop their 2025 offseason grades for every NBA team in the Western Conference. Check out the Eastern Conference grades here. TIMESTAMPS⤵️0:00 - INTRO / Criteria3:17 - Dallas Mavericks10:39 - Houston Rockets16:37 - Fred VanVleet injury30:05 - Memphis Grizzlies39:52 - New Orleans Pelicans47:43 - San Antonio Spurs 56:35 - Denver Nuggets1:05:57 - Minnesota Timberwolves1:13:53 - Oklahoma City Thunder 1:20:28 - Portland Trail Blazers1:29:28 - Utah Jazz1:38:22 - Golden State Warriors1:47:01 - Los Angeles Clippers1:54:02 - Los Angeles Lakers2:08:37 - Phoenix Suns2:18:29 - Sacramento KingsSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan is joined by Jason Patt (@bullsjay) from the Cash Considerations podcast for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Chicago Bulls. SUBSCRIBE TO CASH CONSIDERATIONS HERE. TIMESTAMPS⤵️0:00 - INTRO2:17 - What is the Bulls’ direction?6:03 - Billy Donovan extension / Offensive style 11:03 - Can Josh Giddey be a star?24:07 - The Isaac Okoro trade and fit28:53 - Future of Coby White35:19 - Tre Jones / the guard rotation39:28 - Continued development of Matas Buzelis48:29 - The center rotation / Future of Nikola Vucevic50:51 - Will the Bulls make a trade?54:54 - Early impressions of Noa Essengue58:13 - Patrick Williams, other youngsters1:02:27 - Biggest needs1:04:54 - Under the radar storylines1:06:27 - Top-10 rotation 1:09:17 - Go-to crunch-time lineup1:10:40 - Weirdo lineups we want to see1:11:57 - PREDICTIONSSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfa

Dan is joined by Greg Wissinger (@gwiss) from The Kings Herald for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Sacramento Kings. CHECK OUT THE KINGS HERALD HERE. TIMESTAMPS⤵️0:00 -INTRO1:07 - The Kings’ direction2:21 - The Doug Christie hire6:45 - Dennis Schroder’s fit10:47 - Future of Malik Monk14:58 - The Russell Westbrook rumors15:38 - Jonathan Kuminga rumors17:16 - Future of Keon Ellis22:18 - The Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan fits28:02 - Impact of Doug Christie’s coaching style29:46 - Frontcourt rotation, Development of Isaac Jones and Maxime Raynaud34:21 - Next frontier for Keegan Murray39:20 - Will Keegan Murray get an extension?43:53 - The Domantas Sabonis dilemma49:15 - How can the Kings overachieve?50:51- Will the Kings tear it down?52:23 - Early impressions of Nique Clifford53:58 - Development of Devin Carter55:48 - Biggest need57:36 - Under the radar storylines 59:35 - Top-10 rotation1:00:34 - Go-to starting lineup1:01:35 - Weirdo lineups we want to see1:03:07 - PREDICTIONSSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD

Dan is joined by Caitlin Cooper (@C2_Cooper/@caitlinmaycooper) from 'Basketball, She Wrote" for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Indiana Pacers. SUBSCRIBE TO BASKETBALL, SHE WROTE ON PATREON. TIMESTAMPS⤵️0:00 - INTRO1:27 - The transformation of the Pacers10:10 - Covering the NBA Finals12:51 - The Tyrese Halliburton recovery16:36 - The loss of Myles Turner20:38 - Playing five-out vs four-out23:26 - Isaiah Jackson’s return25:18 - Jay Huff’s fit28:38 - Will James Wiseman have a role?30:40 - Pascal Siakam-Obi Toppin minutes34:17 - Continued development of Bennedict Mathurin42:33 - Andrew Nembhard as the lead guard46:33 - What makes the Pacers defense special?48:06 - The Andrew Nembhard-Pascal Siakam dynamic50:45 - Can Aaron Nesmith get even better?55:59 - Future of Jarace Walker59:40 -Pascal Siakam falling down/transition defense1:01:39 - Ben Sheppard 1:04:25 - Johnny Furphy, Taelon Peter, Kam Jones, RayJ Dennis1:10:49 - Biggest needs1:13:12 - Under the radar storyline 1:15:31 - Top-10 rotation1:17:04 - Go-to closing

Dan is joined by Mike Vigil (@protectedpick) and Sam Cooper (@scooperhoops) of 'The Timeline' pod for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Phoenix Suns! SUBSCRIBE TO THE 'THE TIMELINE' PATREON HERE.  TIMESTAMPS⤵️0:00 - INTRO1:34 - RIP to the Kevin Durant era8:19 - The second Kevin Durant trade13:39 - The Bradley Beal Exit18:28 - The hiring of Brian Gregory21:18 - Impact of Jordan Ott hire24:25 - The future of Devin Booker31:10 - Jalen Green’s fit37:00 - Importance of Collin Gillespie43:08 - Mark Williams expectations49:10 - Development of Khaman Maluach 53:13 - Continued development of Oso Ighodaro57:14 - Continued development of Ryan Dunn1:00:15 - Early impressions of Koby Brea1:02:05 - Potential of Nigel Hayes-Davis1:04:35 - Biggest needs1:06:48 - Under the radar storylines 1:11:58 - Top-10 rotation1:15:43 - Go-to crunch-time lineup1:17:27 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:19:45 - PREDICTIONSSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikT

At LONG LAST, Dan and Grant drop their 2025 offseason grades for every NBA team in the Eastern Conference. TIMESTAMPS⤵️0:00 - INTRO2:50 - Grading criteria 5:01 - Atlanta Hawks13:53 - Charlotte Hornets19:38 - Miami Heat 26:00 - Orlando Magic39:11 - Washington Wizards 47:15 - Boston Celtics56:22 - Brooklyn Nets1:09:15 - New York Knicks1:22:05 - Philadelphia 76ers1:26:39 - Toronto Raptors 1:34:43 - Chicago Bulls1:44:02 - Cleveland Cavaliers1:48:41 - Detroit Pistons1:58:24 - Indiana Pacers2:06:25 - Milwaukee BucksSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan is joined by Shamit Dua (@fearthebrown) from the 'In The N.O.' Substack and podcast for a deep dive into the 2025-26 New Orleans Pelicans. SUBSCRIBE TO IN THE N.O ON YOUTUBE AND SUBSTACK. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:57 - The Pelicans’ direction 8:05 - Expectations for Derik Queen16:50 - Expectations for Jeremiah Fears23:43 - Continued development of Trey Murphy 28:08 - Future of Zion Williamson36:11 - Continued development of Yves Missi 40:58 - Impact of Jordan Poole42:32 - Dejounte Murray timeline 45:20 - Secondary wing rotation48:18 - Will the Pelicans make more trades?49:55 - Jordan Hawkins and Karlo Matkovic52:12 - Defensive ceiling54:11 - Biggest needs, under-the-radar storylines 57:19 - Top-10 rotation58:43 - Go-to crunch-time unit59:15 - Weirdo lineups we want to see1:00:12 - PREDICTIONSSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfav

Dan is joined by Tara Bowen-Biggs (@tccbiggs) and Rose Harding (@roselharding) from the We Have A Takee podcast for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Portland Trail Blazers. SUBSCRIBE TO WE HAVE A TAKE HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO3:10 - Takeaways from last season4:45 - The return of Damian Lillard9:46 - Offseason impressions / Jrue Holiday fit15:47 - Yang Hansen’s fit and role25:30 - Donovan Clingan expectations 30:27 - Continued development of Scoot Henderson35:50 - Continued development of Shaedon Sharpe40:13 - Deni Avdija's impact43:18 - Chauncey Billups’ toughest rotation decision43:50 - Importance of Toumani Camara51:10 - Kris Murray, Duop Reath, Rayan Rupert53:17 - Offensive improvement 57:19 - Biggest needs1:00:05 - What’s flying under the radar?1:03:05 - Top-10 rotation1:06:02 - Go-to crunch-time unit1:08:27 - Best offensive lineup1:10:29 - Weirdo lineups we want to see1:12:19 - PREDICTIONS!1:14:24 - W.H.A.T. SUPERLATIVESSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR

Dan is joined by Kirk Henderson (@KirkSeriousFace) from Pod Maverick and Mavs Moneyball for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Dallas Mavericks. SUBSCRIBE TO POD MAVERICK HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO0:56 - The Mavs’ direction7:02 - Cooper Flagg development12:56 - Kyrie Irving timeline15:10 - Offseason impressions 17:58 - The big-man rotation 19:51 - Future of Dereck Lively II23:36 - Dallas’ transition offense26:17 - Mavs’ defensive ceiling27:53 - Expectations for Max Christie31:15 - Brandon Williams’ fit34:03 - Early impressions of Ryan Nembhard35:02 - Future of Jaden Hardy36:13 - Biggest needs, under-the-radar storylines 40:33 - Top-10 rotation 42:14 - Best offensive lineup43:22 - Go-to crunch-time lineup43:56 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 45:30 - PREDICTIONSSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @

Dan is joined by Lauren Williams (@WilliamsLaurenL) from the AJC for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Atlanta Hawks. CHECK OUT LAUREN' WORK HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:14 - Biggest takeaway from last season3:16 - Continued development of Jalen Johnson5:54 - The offseason and front office14:05 - Future of Trae Young 21:26 - Kristaps Porzingis-Onyeka Okongwu fit26:43 - Secondary ball-handling30:40 - The rise of Dyson Daniels38:16 - Zaccharie Risacher development45:41 - Hawks’ offensive pace48:03  - Atlanta’s defensive ceiling + Impact of Mo Gueye51:21 - Early impressions of Asa Newell54:39 - Vit Krejci + other youngsters57:38 - Biggest needs/weaknesses, under-the-radar storylines59:41 - Top-10 rotation1:01:11 - Go-to closing unit1:01:55 - Weirdo lineups we want to see1:04:45 - PREDICTIONS!SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's

Dan and Grant are joined by Mort Jensen (@msjnba) of The NBA Podcast to break down the latest news and rumors around the NBA, including the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard cap circumvention scandal, Cam Thomas signing his qualifying offer, Josh Giddey getting $100M from the Bulls and more. TIMESTAMPS⤵️0:00 - INTRO2:02 - The Clippers' Kawhi Leonard/salary-cap scandal53:09 - Cam Thomas signs his qualifying offer1:09:09 - Josh Giddey gets PAID1:30:10 - Jonathan Kuminga and Quentin GrimesSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDan's Twitter: @danfavaleDan's IG: @danfavaleGrant's Bluesky: @granthughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.com

Dan is joined by Tayler Peterson (@Tayler_P15) and JD Silva (@jdsilva_) from The Uncontested Podcast (@The_Uncontested) for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Oklahoma City Thunder. SUBSCRIBE TO THE UNCONTESTED ON PATREON. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO2:51 - The Thunder’s title run 6:21 - Biggest takeaways from last season9:36 - Why the Thunder are built to last12:22 - The Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams extensions 17:45 - Continued development of Chet Holmgren23:36 - Future of Jalen Williams31:20 - Impact of Isaiah Hartenstein35:45 - Continued development of Cason Wallace 39:35 - What is the ceiling of Ajay Mitchell?43:43 - Are Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins expendable?49:09 - Developing young talent while still contending50:27 - Nikola Topic expectations53:57 - Early impressions Thomas Sorber58:02 - Early impressions of Brooks Barnhizer1:00:45 - Room for offensive improvement?1:01:42 -Future of Ousmane Dieng1:05:13 - Biggest needs, Under-the-radar storylines1:08:20 - Top-10 rotation1:10:30 - Go-to crunch-time unit1:12:

Dan is joined by Laz Jackson (@lazchance) from Detroit Bad Boys for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Detroit Pistons. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:06 - Last season’s most important development 4:53 - Impact of JB Bickerstaff6:36 - The Offseason16:40 - Continued development of Jaden Ivey24:06 - Future of Jalen Duren29:33 - Ausar Thompson’s next steps36:01 - Continued development of Ron Holland42:56 - The next frontier for Cade Cunningham49:02 - Will Isaiah Stewart take more threes?51:44 - Impact of Tobias Harris 56:34 - Marcus Sasser58:06 - Bobi Klintman59:29 - Tolu Smith 1:00:18 - Daniss Jenkins1:01:33 - Chaz Lanier1:04:04 - Biggest weakness, under-the-radar storylines, trade targets1:10:35 - Top-10 rotation1:12:30 - Go-to closing lineup 1:12:53 - Weirdo lineups we want to see1:16:11 - PREDICTIONS!SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @hardwood_knocks Dan's Bluesky: @danfavaleDa

Dan is joined by Clippers reporter Justin Russo (@flybyknite) for a deep dive into—you guessed it!—the 2025-26 Los Angeles Clippers. Please note we recorded BEFORE the Kawhi Leonard salary-cap circumvention allegations. SUBSCRIBE TO JUSTIN'S 'RUSSO WRITES' SUBSTACK HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO2:18 - Takeaways from last season3:43 - Planning for the future 10:27 - Did the offseason hurt their defensive identity?15:31 - Evolution of Ivica Zubac20:29 - The fit of Bradley Beal28:14 - Optimizing Kawhi Leonard36:17 - Chris Paul's role38:50 James Harden adjustments43:39 - The frontline rotation45:13 - Impact of Bogdan Bogdanovic injury 48:16 - Will the Clippers play enough in transition? / Overall play style 54:51 - Potential pain points56:42 - Roles for Kris Dunn and Derrick Jones Jr.1:02:49 - Early impressions of Yanic Konan Niederhauser1:07:46 - Kobe Brown, Cam Christie, cutting payroll1:12:51 - Biggest weakness, strengths, under-the-radar storylines1:22:59 - Top-10 rotation 1:25:24 - Go-to crunch-time unit1:27

Dan is joined by CBS Sports podcast producer extraordinaire Konata Edwards (@NataTheScribe) for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Charlotte Hornets. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO2:45 - Impact of Charles Lee4:15 - The offseason9:05 - Big man rotation 11:57 - Future of LaMelo Ball18:13 - Continued development of Brandon Miller20:40 - Early impressions of Kon Knueppel23:01 - Early impressions of Liam McNeeley24:09 - Juggling a crowded a perimeter rotation 26:03 - Future of Tidjane Salaun30:27 - Early impressions of Ryan Kalkbrenner 32:05 - Can Charlotte rebound and defend?34:23 - Biggest needs, strengths, under-the-radar storylines 35:37 - Sion James / roster spots38:17 - Hornets’ approach to trade market40:57 - Top-10 rotation 45:05 - Go-to crunch time lineup46:46 - Weirdo lineups we want to see48:15 - Coverage of the Hornets50:34 - PREDICTIONSSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocksInstagram: @h

Dan is joined by Matt Modderno (@MattModderno) of the Bleav In Wizards podcast for a deep dive into the 2025-26 Washington Wizards. SUBSCRIBE TO BLEAV IN WIZARDS HERE. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO1:32 - State of the rebuild3:43 - Fast-track coming?7:24 - What do we make of Brian Keefe?9:43 - Continued development of Alex Sarr?16:52  - Ceiling of Bilal Coulibaly21:08 - Early impressions of Tre Johnson24:13 - Cam Whitmore’s fit29:19 - Next steps for Kyshawn George32:37 - Bub Carrington outlook37:57 - How much will Khris Middleton and CJ McCollum play?43:32 - AJ Johnson44:55 - Will Riley46:30 - Dillon Jones47:25 - Tristan Vukcevic49:08 - Malaki Branham51:28 - Biggest needs, strengths, under-the-radar storylines56:24 - Top-10 rotation59:20 - Go-to closing lineup1:00:09 - Weirdo lineups we want to see 1:01:45 - Jamir Watkins outlook1:04:33 - PREDICTIONS!SUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TikTok: @hardwoodknocksTwitter @HardwoodKnocks