BD4

More bad... 0:00 Intro 0:29 Recap & Thoughts 6:26 Mike Brown Too Soft? 9:57 Stay Connected With Us! 10:54 Miscommunication 12:47 Off-Screen Breakdowns 14:20 Backside Help Breakdowns 16:11 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): OG 17:32 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Shamet 18:06 Up Next 18:19 Trivia 18:51 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧: https://podca...

The Yankees are reportedly checking in on Framber Valdez. Is he a fit? We break down why he could work, the potential red flags, his pitch mix, dive into the analytics, and more. 0:00 Intro 0:26 Heyman Report 3:49 Rock Solid Resume! 5:47 Poor Character! 8:27 Insane Movement! 10:52 Ground Ball + Whiff Rates 13:30 Run Value Vs. Results 15:06 Stay Connected With Us! 16:03 Peralta Or Framber? 19:53 Ou...

*THIS EPISODE IS AUDIO ONLY* Plenty of season left. Bigtime problems here. We discuss. 0:00 Intro 0:28 Recap & Thoughts 10:37 Stay Connected With Us! 11:35 Same Issues Vs. Switching 15:45 Mikal Still Afraid Of Contact 18:31 Where To Go From Here 21:57 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bd4/id1498281767?ign-mpt...

Pitchers and catchers report in less than a month, and the Yankees have finally made a major league move. Ryan Weathers will be in pinstripes this season. What does this say about their approach to the starting pitching market? Is it a smart addition or a misstep? What does Weathers actually do well? We break it all down. 0:00 Intro 0:26 First Major Move! 5:52 Big League Issues 8:24 Stay Connected...

Diving into film from the Blazers game. We split this episode into two parts. First, we break down how the Knicks are using Josh Hart more effectively this year when he is crossmatched. Then we look at a few defensive possessions and how the Knicks did a better job staying home on isolations. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 0:26 Two Big Themes From Portland 5:01 Optimizing Hart | Clip 1 5:58 Optimizing Hart | C...

Important win for the Knicks in Portland last night, with a lot to break down. Josh Hart’s return paid dividends, plus plenty to unpack in the halfcourt on both ends, some interesting lineup combinations, sharp decision-making, and more. 0:00 Intro 0:26 Recap & Thoughts 4:21 Really Promising Switches 8:43 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Hart 9:48 Hart Halfcourt Connector 16:18 Brown's Rota...

As a cash strapped small market franchise with zero name recognition, the Yankees are at it again with another savvy winter move! This time it’s Kaleb Ort! We break down the big righty, what he might bring, whether it actually means anything, and more. 0:00 Intro 0:26 Out On Belli (Too Broke!) 1:48 Who Is Kaleb Ort? 6:03 What Does He Bring? 8:38 Does He Have A Role? 10:30 Ineffective Changeup 11:2...

After a tough loss to the Suns, we share our unfiltered thoughts on this Knicks team, highlighting some positive takeaways while also addressing the big question marks that lie ahead. 0:00 Intro 0:28 Recap & Thoughts 4:47 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Deuce 6:25 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Mitch 7:25 Defensive Versatility 17:19 Stay Connected With Us! 17:52 Back To Old Habits Late 19:39...

The Knicks need Jalen Brunson to improve on defense, but the situation is more complicated than it seems. We break down Brunson’s defensive issues, what has to change, why it’s so concerning, and more. 0:00 Intro 0:26 Alarmingly Bad Defense? 6:32 On/Off Ball Issues 9:28 Solutions 16:22 Final Thoughts 18:01 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28 Audio🎧: https://po...

Thank God. Deuce should start every game. Let’s break it down. 0:00 Intro 0:25 Recap & Thoughts 6:40 Five-Out Remains Their Best Look 12:25 Targeting James Harden 16:07 Stay Connected With Us! 17:18 Exploiting Help With Pace 20:56 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson 21:58 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Kolek 23:07 Up Next 23:55 Trivia 24:38 Outro *SUPPORT THE POD* https://account.venmo.co...

Ryan McMahon put up some poor numbers for the Yankees last year. But a lot of the underlying stuff show a player who can drive value in multiple ways. From his hard-hit rates to his on-base skills to his glovework, we break down why he could be an underrated asset if managed smartly. Deep dive into his bat, his versatility, and why the Yankees fan should give The Mc a second chance. 0:00 Intro 2:5...

This is encouraging news. Whether you are sold on this potential trade or not, it is good to see the Yankees positioned to have an active week on the market. Edward Cabrera has ace-level stuff and could be a real weapon in this league if he stays healthy. We break down today’s report, the pros, the cons, and everything in between. 0:00 Intro 2:22 Kirschner Report 3:49 Edward Cabrera Overview 6:42...

Three losses in a row and 5-5 since the NBA Cup. It's not the end of the world, but it does raise some very real, very scary questions. Let's talk about those questions. 0:00 Intro 0:26 Recap & Thoughts 1:57 Feckless Defense 4:02 Embiid PnRs 7:54 Is Brunson A Problem? 12:01 Halfcourt Offense Not The Same 14:38 Stay Connected With Us! 15:34 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson 16:40...

*THIS EPISODE IS AUDIO ONLY* This was a bad loss. How much do we actually take from it? Everything or nothing? The Knicks are banged up, they have seemed a bit off since Vegas, but they did have a day off yesterday and came out flat in the first game of a back-to-back. Not great. The absence of KAT was obvious, and Trae Young being out mattered too, at least from the Knicks perspective. Let’s talk...

The Yankees have made an offer to Cody Bellinger. Does he take it? If not, do they pivot to a Plan B (aka Plan C) with Bo Bichette? And if that happens, what does it mean for Jazz Chisholm Jr.? We break it all down! 0:00 Intro 0:25 The Belli/Bo/Jazz Triangle 2:41 Does Bo Bichette Really Fit? 12:47 Overthinking The Best Fit (Belli) 14:00 Elite Athleticism At A Weak Position (Jazz) 15:29 Fielding Of...

*THIS EPISODE IS AUDIO ONLY* Brutal loss. One you don't get over. Not right away, at least. Let's dive into some film on the Knicks POA defense from last night. 0:00 Intro 0:28 Recap & Thoughts 6:17 POA + Ball-Screen Defense 9:05 Stay Connected With Us! 10:54 Clip 1 11:27 Clip 2 11:47 Clip 3 12:12 Clip 4 13:01 Clip 5 13:28 More On POA Defense 20:08 Tough Mike Brown Game 22:51 Bing Bong...

The Yankees need pitching now, not patience. Fried is the only real rotation lock, while everybody else comes with questions in their own way. One more injury leaves this rotation already with depth arms that do not profile as real starters. For a franchise with these resources, failing to add at least one legitimate starter would be inexcusable. Let's discuss it. 0:00 Intro 0:27 Cody Bellinge...

Man, it was great to have Deuce McBride back. This win was a perfect snapshot of his value on both ends of the floor. We break down the details, from his POA defense to the floor spacing he provides and everything in between. Knicks take care of the Pelicans and move to just one game back of first place. 0:00 Intro 0:27 Recap & Thoughts 4:15 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson 7:19 Bing Bo...

Knicks pull out a thriller vs. the Hawks and there’s a lot to unpack! Some analysis on defensive breakdowns, how the Knicks hunted Trae Young switches for offense, Mike Brown trusting the youth, and whether the Thibs criticism is fair. Xs and Os, coaching decisions, late game execution, and more from a wild Knicks win. Let’s talk! 0:00 Intro 0:25 Is This Team Special? 3:16 Recap & Thoughts 9:5...

Jake Bird might be the Yankees’ secret weapon. A right-handed pitcher with a swing-and-miss breaking ball and a full offseason with Matt Blake under his belt. Can he become the piece that gives the Yankees a new edge? We talk. 0:00 Intro 0:25 Betting On Bird 5:49 Areas Of Concern 10:13 Stuff Is There! 12:58 What's His Role? 17:09 Stay Connected With Us! 18:14 Quick Data Dive 20:15 Outro *SUPPO...

Merry Christmas at MSG! The Knicks came back from huge double-digit deficits to top the Cavaliers, fueled by standout performances from their guards and Mitch. Brown leaned into his smalls, sparking massive runs when they were needed most. We break down the highs, the lows, the starting lineup issues, the lingering defensive concerns, Kolek's heroics, Mitch, and more! 0:00 Intro 0:26 Recap & T...

We got a Brunson masterclass at MSG! He scored 47 points for a career high in that building. The Knicks withstand a tough grind against the Heat (always is), adjust defensively, and win it with shot-making and execution late. Mike Brown’s rotations, and the Knicks halfcourt pace are showing real progress, plus a textbook fourth quarter sequence that explains why getting into offense early matters....

It is Sunday, December 21st, and the New York Yankees have done nothing this winter. In this episode, we jump around the infield, talk Volpe's future, Bichette and Seager rumors, and Jazz trade talks. Plus, how losing Bellinger or Toronto landing Tucker could change the shortstop conversation. All that and more! 0:00 Intro 0:26 Still No Additions 4:16 Glove Or Bat At Short? 10:10 Can Volpe Eve...

Your short-handed (and hungover) Knicks steal one in Indy behind elite depth minutes, a huge late game defensive adjustment, and another masterclass from the Brunson and Kolek pairing. We break down the supporting cast showing out, Brown trusting guys late, and why the Spain PnR with Kolek keeps unlocking everything offensively. 0:00 Intro 0:26 Recap & Thoughts 4:06 Supporting Cast Strong! 14:...

Champions!! Period! Enjoy it! Not everything has to come with an asterisk. What a win over the Spurs last night to clinch the NBA Cup! Didn't always look good (God, no), but Brown adjusted, trusted his guys, and left his comfort zone (what do ya know?). Three-guard lineups worked, Kolek and Clarkson changed the game, and the Knicks finally had flow late. OG carried early, Mitch dominated the g...