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Episode 421: Tatum Hurt, Can We Outshoot Boban?

Matt Crone May 15, 2025

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This week on The Underdog:

 

👟 Sneaker Talk & Upcoming Drops

00:00 – 10:00
Chris and Matt kick off with high energy discussing upcoming sneaker releases. Highlights include the Nike Dragonfly 2 Elite, Kool-Aid Jaw 1s (a mismatched red and teal design), Jordan 3 Seoul Seal 2.0, and the $1,000 Swarovski Air Jordan 1 Low OG Stealths. They debate sneaker fit, resale value, and recent drops like the Sabrina 2 Hustle and Kobe 6 Dodgers. A brief aside covers Bryson DeChambeau’s charity gesture and a golf shoe worn by him and hated by Max Homa.

🏌️ Truist Championship & Golf Talk

10:00 – 12:00
Matt recaps his visit to the Truist golf event, mentioning a Ryder Cup dinner he narrowly missed. Chris and Matt joke about not getting invited and reminisce about local country clubs.

👟 WNBA Kicks & Jordan’s NBC Deal

12:00 – 13:50
The duo critiques A’ja Wilson’s new Nike A1 shoes, comparing them unfavorably to Adidas designs. They speculate on Michael Jordan joining NBC’s basketball coverage and whether it’s a legacy or PR move.

🏀 NBA Draft Lottery Breakdown

13:50 – 20:00
Chris celebrates the Sixers moving up to No. 3 in the draft, sparking a heated back-and-forth over whether the lottery is rigged. Matt claims conspiracy, pointing to Dallas jumping from No. 11 to No. 1 and San Antonio to No. 2. Chris breaks down how the lottery process works, referencing the NHL’s transparent coverage as superior. They discuss how the Hornets got “screwed” by dropping despite being one of the drawn teams.

🏀 Prospects: Ace Bailey vs. VJ Edgecombe

20:00 – 24:00
The conversation shifts to likely picks: Cooper Flagg to Dallas, Dylan Harper to San Antonio, and Ace Bailey to Philadelphia. Matt jokes about Edgecombe due to seeing him once on TV. Chris argues against adding another 6’5″ guard to the Sixers and prefers Bailey’s upside despite Rutgers’ weak roster.

🏀 Playing with Prospective Stars

24:00 – 27:00
The hosts recall playing with standout Siena players like Kenny Hasbrouck and Ron Moore. Chris highlights how elite players—even fringe pros—dominate in pickup games. They joke about setting up a shooting contest between their friend Kevin and former NBA player Boban Marjanović.

🏀 NBA Playoffs Update

27:00 – 33:00
Chris recaps the current playoff picture:

  • Timberwolves beat the Warriors

  • Pacers beat the Cavaliers

  • Game 6 pending: OKC vs. Denver and Boston vs. New York
    They discuss Jason Tatum’s Achilles injury and its potential impact on his legacy if Boston succeeds without him.

💰 NBA Salary Cap & Apron Rules

33:00 – 38:00
Chris explains the complex NBA cap structure:

  • Salary cap: $141M

  • First apron: $172M

  • Second apron: $189.5M
    He details implications of crossing each threshold, like loss of trade flexibility and draft pick penalties. Boston’s likely need to move key players like Holiday and Porzingis is highlighted.

🏀 Celtics Outlook & Sixers Jokes

38:00 – 39:30
They joke about Sixers trading for Jrue Holiday (again) and question if Al Horford will retire. Chris mentions Boston having the lowest remaining championship odds among playoff teams.

🏀 Playoff Matchups & Odds

39:30 – 41:00
They discuss Derrick White’s strong play and which matchups could define the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. Chris mentions current odds (e.g., OKC as the favorite, Boston and Denver as long shots).

🏀 Giannis, KD, and OKC Speculation

41:00 – End
They speculate on offseason moves:

  • Giannis to San Antonio

  • KD or Harden back to OKC
    They joke about reuniting the Thunder’s former big three and end with a playful note on Westbrook’s drama with Aaron Gordon and possible YouTube hangouts with Bogdan Bogdanović.

 

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Matt Crone

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