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Dustin and I remember Bill Walton's Legacy on and off the court.  Then, we did our 4th mock draft of the cycle  We had some draft risers that went against the consensus  We focused on getting bigger and stronger with the Trail Blazers  Building a switchable team that fits around Scoot and Shaedon 

This episode of Complementary Pieces: Bub Carrington  I talk about the fantastic start of his NCAA career. His shot-creating  Pick and roll craft Playmaking Defense  Weakness Comps

Dustin and I talk about the French prospect Zaccharie Risacher. His potential as a sharpshooter The defensive potential Who's a better prospect between he and Ron Hollands The best fit as a prospect for Portland    HB Merch: https://holy-backboard.printify.me Follow the show @HolyBackboard, @dasage, and @DHawes22 Underdog Fantasy: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/dasage

This episode of Complementary Pieces:    Tyler  Smith, we talk about his time at Overtime  Elite. Transition to G League Ignite Outside Shooting Scoring Versatility Passing Ability Defensive Potential Areas for Improvement Fit with the Portland Trail Blazers Player Comparisons #TylerSmith #GLeagueIgnite #OvertimeElite #NBAProspect #PortlandTrailBlazers  #NBAFutureStars

On this episode of the Holy Backboard, Dustin and I conduct our third mock draft of the draft cycle. We use the actual draft order to make our picks. It's interesting to see how our opinions have changed. Enjoy the show, and stay tuned for more draft content coming soon.   HB Merch: https://holy-backboard.printify.me Follow the show @HolyBackboard, @dasage, and @DHawes22 Underdog Fantasy: https://...

I talk about the French Sharp Shooter Melvin Ajinça.  His roles on the French U19 team vs his professional French Team What his role in the NBA will most likely look like His screen setting  Off Ball Defense  Fit With the Blazers  Comps  Thank  you  Oddshopper  for  supporting this podcast  use  this code to get the best tools for all the sports betting https://www.oddsshopper.com/?via=dasage  

Complementary Pieces Kel'el Ware In this episode, I talk about the Indiana center Kel'el Ware.  His college journey Finding a role that he can succeed individually at Indiana  His versatile offense Dominate Drop coverage defense  Fit on the Blazers  Comps

Dustin and I have our end-of-the-season podcast Reacted to the Blazers exit interviews  The disconnect between coaching and Basketball ops  We talk about the development of Scoot Henderson The future of Kris Murray, Jerami Grant, Anfernee Simons and Malcolm Brogdon Getting more spacing around Scoot and Shae HB Merch: https://holy-backboard.printify.me Follow the show @HolyBackboard, @dasage, and @...

Dustin and I do our second lottery mock of the 2024 draft cycle.  Who was the high riser  Biggest fallers  Bigs dominating the lottery with four players drafted How do you feel about the Blazers two draft picks? HB Merch: https://holy-backboard.printify.me Follow the show @HolyBackboard, @dasage, and @DHawes22 Underdog Fantasy: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/dasage

  I am talking about the defensive playmaker from Baylor, Yves Missi.  His offensive skills, screen setting, finishing, and offensive rebounding Defensive playmaking, scheme versatility  Fit with the Blazers  Comps Thank you, Oddshopper, for supporting this podcast, https://www.oddsshopper.com/?via=dasage, to get the best information for your sports betting 

Dustin and I talk about the last weekend of March Madness. We talk about Dalton Knecht and his multifaceted performances this  weekend Zach Eddy, how dominant he was, and how long he played. We disagreed on the quality of the prospect he is but agree he's fantastic in a college setting. Donovan Clingan and how he plays in short bursts  Jared McCain and his shooting abilities  Tyler Kolek and if he...

I talk about the Duke sharpshooter Jared McCain.  His versatile way of shooting and scoring  Jared's strength and feel for the games handling defensive pressure  making reads  Fit with the Blazers  Comps 

Dustin and I talked about the week that was for the Portland Trail Blazers. Being patient with the entire young group but Scoot especially  Will the Vets play another game this season? Our young wings need to develop.   Predicted games from next week's slate of games Gambling in sports and doing it responsibly here at https://www.oddsshopper.com/?via=dasage HB Merch: https://holy-backboard.printif...

Dustin and I talk about the Draft-eligible players who played during the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament.    Big men who dominated the competition  Older prospects getting disrespected  Guards and wings, we have questions about HB Merch: https://holy-backboard.printify.me Follow the show @HolyBackboard, @dasage, and @DHawes22 Underdog Fantasy: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/dasage

In this episode of Future Friday, we talk about the three-level scorer from Tennesse Dalton Knecht.  His impressive shooting  What his role will be when he scales down for the NBA with other players with gravity  The context surrounding the Volunteers and why he might not have a great tournament  His fit with Portland  Player comps  Tourney talk  HB Merch: https://holy-backboard.printify.me Follow...

I talk about the Weber State Star initiator, Dillon Jones.    How he uses his dribble creation to get into the paint to score or set up others    Finishing well at the basket while not being a great verticle athlete    Awesome rebounding    Skills he needs to improve on   Comps   Potential fit with the Portland Trail Blazers  

Dustin and I talk about the Blazers in the last few weeks Dalano Banton impressive play   Scoot Henderson getting put in positions to fail   Anfernee Simons confusing play   Deandre Ayton being a stud post Allstar break   HB Merch: https://holy-backboard.printify.me Follow the show @HolyBackboard, @dasage, and @DHawes22 Underdog Fantasy: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/dasag

Dustin and I do our first lottery mock draft of the draft cycle. Do you agree with our mock Do the Blazers improve after this mock?  We miss anyone Thank you for listening to the show and giving the Draft content a chance HB Merch: https://holy-backboard.printify.me Follow the show @HolyBackboard, @dasage, and @DHawes22 Underdog Fantasy: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/dasage

Dustin and I talked about the week that was for the Portland Trail Blazers  Anfernee Simons  Is the production that are replacement guards sustainable  Our second-rounders prove themselves over and over predicted  games from this week's slate of game    HB Merch: https://holy-backboard.printify.me Follow the show @HolyBackboard, @dasage, and @DHawes22 Underdog Fantasy: https://play.underdogfantasy...

This episode of Complementary Pieces highlights Colorado's do-it-all-four Tristan da Silva. His NCAA Journey  Offense  Defense  Improvements to his game Potential fit on the Trail Blazers  Player Comps  Thank you to Oddshopper for sponsoring this Podcast. Use this code to get positive EV bets https://www.oddsshopper.com/?via=dasage

Dustin and I talked about the week that was for the Portland Trail Blazers.  Anfernee Simons' future role on a team   Deandre Ayton  excellent play post All-star Play   DRAFT TALK   Preditced the next week of Blazers basketball HB Merch: https://holy-backboard.printify.me Follow the show @HolyBackboard, @dasage, and @DHawes22 Underdog Fantasy: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/dasage

Dustin and I talked about the Colorado Buffalo Cody Williams.  Cody is an excellent off-ball guard with potential on ball upside What he has to do offensively to unlock his potential  Defense is moldable and all issues are fixable Player Comps 

Dustin and I talk about the last few weeks of Blazers basketball We break down the last ten minutes of the game vs Detroit The things we need to see from Scoot and Anfernee for the rest of the year Anfernee needing to learn to play off-ball   Jerami Grant's Long-Term prospects as the full-time Small Forward  DRAFT TALK  Predicted games from the next slate of games     

I talk about the Providence Friars Devin Carter for the second episode of Complementary Pieces. I talk about his NCAA Journey  The context surrounding him taking that next step His potential fit with the Portland Trail Blazers  Him being a great culture guy wherever he goes His Player comps   

Dustin and I talk about the Baylor Bear Ja'Kobe Walter. We talk about his elite and versatile shooting ability. The work he would have to put in to be a starting level shooting guard  His defense and the context around it The teams he fits well on His NBA team scheming around his skill set  Player Comps HB Merch: https://holy-backboard.printify.me Follow the show @HolyBackboard, @dasage, and @DHaw...