Read and React

On this episode of Read & React, Ben and Jon pick their Most Valuable Player, Defensive Player of the Year, and other awards a quarter of the way through the season.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner and Jon Sauber discuss recent reports that the NBA is considering changing its schedule and whether the proposed changes would actually be good for the league. Then, they talk about what they would do if they could tweak the NBA's rules.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner and Jon Sauber analyze a highly entertaining game between the Celtics and Clippers and what the partnership of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George will mean for the Clippers. Then, they discuss Ben Simmons' first career 3-pointer and Luka Dončić's MVP-level run to start the season.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner and Jon Sauber discuss Paul George's debut as a Clipper, James Harden's ridiculous scoring run to start the year, and what's wrong with the Spurs and Trail Blazers right now.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner and Jon Sauber discuss Khris Middleton's injury, the feisty Raptors, and whether certain trends from the first three weeks are sustainable.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben and Jon discuss the Knicks' impromptu press conference and what it says about the franchise, the state of the Celtics without Gordon Hayward, and what Anthony Davis' shoulder injury could mean for the Lakers.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben and Jon discuss the Lakers' solid defensive start, load recent controversy surrounding Kawhi Leonard, Jayson Tatum's real value, and more.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben and Jon discuss the most surprising and disappointing starts to the NBA season, including Phoenix's rise, Dallas' electric offense, and the Kings' struggles.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner and Jon Sauber discuss Steph Curry's broken hand, why the NBA needs comprehensive charge reform, and the fallout of the scuffle between Karl-Anthony Towns and Joel Embiid.

On this edition of Read and React, Ben Ladner (@bladner_) and Jon Sauber (@JonSauber) discuss (in person!) the recent Hawks/Sixers game, the Warriors' early season struggles, and the differences between Trae Young and Ben Simmons as passers. Plus: a take on Reggie Miller.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner (@bladner_) and Jon Sauber (@JonSauber) reflect on the first games of the new NBA season before wrapping up their season predictions with All-Defense teams, the eventual NBA champion, and three random predictions.

After a brief hiatus, Read and React returns with Ben Ladner (@bladner_) and Jon Sauber (@JonSauber) react to Zion Williamson's knee injury and the recent rookie extensions before diving into part one of their 2020 season predictions.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner and Jon Sauber discuss the NBA/China imbroglio, Kyle Lowry's new one-year extension with the Raptors, and some of the young players who have stood out in the preseason.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner (@bladner_) and Jon Sauber (@Jon Sauber) discuss potential rookie extensions for Pascal Siakam, Jaylen Brown, and more, as well as Ben Simmons and Jamal Murray's recently-signed deals.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner (@bladner_) and Jon Sauber (@JonSauber) discuss the teams they're most intrigued by entering the 2020 NBA season. Topics include the Philadelphia 76ers, the dynamics of the Lakers' roster, and Kendall Marshall's transition passing.

In a wide-ranging episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner (@bladner_) and Jon Sauber (@JonSauber) dig into some of the most intriguing stories and over/under lines entering the 2020 NBA season, including: how the West standings will shake out, Steph Curry's chances of winning a third MVP, and the best workout videos of the summer.

After a week off, Ben Ladner (@bladner_) and Jon Sauber (@JonSauber) return to Read & React with their rankings of the top 10 players in the NBA entering the 2019-20 season. They discuss the rise of young big men in the league, the limitations of ball-dominant stars, whether Kawhi Leonard has a case as the world's best player, and much more.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner (@bladner_) and Jon Sauber (@JonSauber) discuss some of the NBA's worst teams and where they should go from here. Topics include the Thunder's pivotal offseason, Miami's approach to star-chasing, and the hopelessness of the Washington Wizards.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner (@bladner_) and Jon Sauber (@JonSauber) discuss six players (plus a few honorable mentions) who could have breakout seasons in 2019-20.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner and Jon Sauber discuss the Pelicans' playoff chances, Karl-Anthony Towns' MVP odds, the future of the Grizzlies, and much more.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner (@bladner_) and Jon Sauber (@jonsauber) sort through a top-heavy Eastern Conference, discussing the title chances of the Sixers and Bucks, which teams could challenge for the third seed, and who could make a surprise playoff appearance.

On this episode of Read and React, Ben Ladner (@bladner_) and Jon Sauber (@jonsauber) dive into the top of the West and discuss which teams could contend for a championship in 2020.

On the second episode of Read & React, Ben Ladner and Jon Sauber discuss what the end of the Warriors' dynasty means for the center position in 2019. Then they examine the state of the Utah Jazz after a busy offseason, the long-term outlook on Donovan Mitchell, and whether a center can still be the best player on a championship team.

On the inaugural episode of the Read and React podcast, Ben Ladner and Jon Sauber debate the relative value of individual offensive creation and defensive impact. Then they discuss Draymond Green's extension with the Warriors and possible D'Angelo Russell trade destinations. Have questions or comments? Email readandreactpodcast@gmail.com or find Ben (@bladner_) and Jon (@jonsauber) on Twitter.