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No more Olympic hoops? No more Summer League? No WNBA hoops until this weekend? It’s that time of the offseason people, lets strap in and get through this together. 🫂

But…. we do have one thing that can help. Our new channel The Check Up has got you covered with fresh hoops content all year long. Check out the first video and drop a comment letting us know what you think!

Today’s Lineup

Taking the Over 💹

Are you feeling lucky today Enjoyers? Let’s take a look at three teams that we think Vegas is sleeping on for next season. 😴

Contender - Denver Nuggets (51.5 Wins) ⛏️

You can sum up our opinion on the Nuggets in 2024-25 with, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”.

Yes, losing a role player as present and reliable as Kentavious Caldwell-Pope might take some adjustment, but this is a moment that the Nuggets have been preparing Christian Braun for since he was drafted. Plus, the core four of Jokic, Murray, MPJ, and Aaron Gordon are all back and ready to terrorize opposing defenses for another year.

Add in Russell Westbrook to give a little extra spark to the bench unit and other young guys like Peyton Watson seemingly ready for bigger roles, and we see a Denver squad that shows no signs of slowing down any time soon.

Middle of the Road - Houston Rockets (43.5 Wins) 🚀

Houston, we do not have a problem. After putting together a respectable 41-41 record under new Head Coach Ime Udoka last season the Rockets seem primed to launch into orbit in 2024.

Not only does H-Town sport impact defenders practically every way you look, but they’re filled with young players who seemed prime for a breakout at any moment. Whether it’s Cam Whitmores and Jalen Greens explosive athleticism, Jabari Smith Jr and Tari Eason clamping things on the wing, or the Jokic-esque play of Alperen Sengun it’s hard to think of a world where at least one of Houston’s prospects doesn’t take a significant step up.

And we haven’t even talked about the real x-factor, Amen Thompson. The 2023 4th overall pick was on fire to end the season, averaging 13-8-3 on 62% TS to go along with some of the best perimeter defense in the league. It’s no wonder that the Rockets went 16-7 during that stretch….

Rebuilding - Charlotte Hornets (29.5 Wins) 🐝

Don’t sleep on the Charlotte Hornets this season! Sure, last year was rough, but a lot of that can be chalked up to some seriously bad injury luck. Star point guard LaMelo Ball and promising young center Mark Williams both missed significant chunks of the season, which left the Hornets looking worse than they probably are.

And LaMelo’s return isn’t just about his own production—it could be a game-changer for the team’s young talent, especially second-year player Brandon Miller. Miller has an elite catch-and-shoot game, and pairing that with LaMelo’s top-tier playmaking could take his offensive impact to the next level.

They also made some savvy moves at the trade deadline, adding players like Grant Williams, Tre Mann, and Vasilije Micic to bolster their bench. These additions give the Hornets enough depth and upside to compete on a nightly basis in a way they just couldn’t last year.

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Hoops News Roundup

2024 opening night schedule revealed

Mark your calendars, because the 2024-25 NBA season is tipping off with a bang! Opening night is set to feature two must-watch matchups.

First up, it’s ring night in Boston! The Celtics will be raising their championship banner before facing off against a New-Look Knicks squad featuring Mikal Bridges. This will be the perfect chance to see how the revamped Knicks stack up against the reigning champs.

Later that night, it’s a star-studded showdown in Los Angeles. The Timberwolves and Lakers will square off in a game that promises to be electric, with LeBron James and Anthony Edwards ready to light up the court. And let’s not forget, we might just see Bronny James make his NBA debut. 👀

French Star Guerschon Yabusele seeking NBA return

It looks like Guerschon Yabusele is ready for a comeback tour in the NBA! After balling out at the Paris Olympics, Yabusele is reportedly looking to return to the league—and this time, he's got something to prove. Drafted 16th overall back in 2016, Yabusele didn’t quite stick during his first stint in the NBA, but that was then. Now, after showing off his skills on the international stage, he’s ready for a redemption arc.

Yabusele was a beast for France in the Olympics, and his strong play has definitely caught some eyes. With a reported $2.5 million buyout from his Real Madrid contract on the table, the path is clear for a return to the NBA.

Three in the Key

Signing Off

Thanks for reading today y’all! With no hoops on right now, try and take some time to focus on some of your other favorite things in life. It’s important to have multiple things that make you happy.

Talk soon,

-Spencer Poole