Locked On Nets

In this episode of the NBA Eastern Conference Squad Show, hosts from various Locked On podcasts discuss the current state of the Eastern Conference. The conversation centers on the Boston Celtics' recent struggles and whether they remain the favorites to win the conference. The hosts debate the Cleveland Cavaliers' impressive season and their potential to challenge the Celtics in the playoffs. The discussion also touches on the Philadelphia 76ers' and Miami Heat's current situations, exploring which team faces more long-term challenges. Throughout the episode, the hosts engage in spirited debate, offering insights into team matchups, player performances, and potential trade scenarios, all while maintaining a mix of analysis and friendly banter. 0:00 Intro3:51 Celtics' struggles and shooting woes8:55 Cavs as potential Eastern Conference favorites15:40 Matchup advantages in potential Celtics-Cavs series23:09 Heat vs Sixers: Who's more screwed?31:42 Potential Jimmy Butler trade scenarios37:23 Bam Adebayo's contr

While it doesn’t seem likely, there would appear at least some non-zero chance that Sean Marks keeps Cam Johnson through the trade deadline and he’s still on the team. While Oklahoma City, Memphis, Sacramento, and Cleveland all appear more than interested, will any of the offered trade packages be enough for Marks who has not always made the move in situations like this.Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Brooklyn Nets lost their third game in a row and are now 2-8 over their last ten. It’s full tank season for this squad who are a struggle to watch on a night-to-night basis. The team shot poorly from three and couldn’t get anything going early. The Locked On Nets talk about the game, and the possibility of a trade between these Thunder and the Nets for Cam Johnson before the trade deadline.Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Adam looks at Nic Claxton’s season to date, how his contract impacts expectations, and if their are teams interested in trading for the versatile defender. There is also the looming deadline which could bring multiple suitors for Cam Johnson, but potentially DeAngelo Russell as well.Adam explores the latest teams with potential ties to Nets names. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Nets got back into tanking mode in a big way on Wednesday, losing 126-67 to the Los Angeles Clippers. It was the 25th worst loss in an NBA game in the modern age, a testament to just how bad they were in this one. No one in the starting lineup scored in double digits and they just looked flat-out terrible. Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Coming off a loss to the Utah Jazz in overtime, it looked like the Nets were gearing up for another tank-off loss against the Blazers in Portland. Cameron Johnson and D’Angelo Russell returned and helped lead the way to a 132-114 win that ends up swapping these two teams in the standings. The Nets find themselves in a relative no-man’s land in the standings and showed that with offensive organization, the floor raises on all of the role players.Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Sean Marks came out and basically laid it out what fans and the rest of the league already knew, that the Brooklyn Nets aren’t interested in winning many more games this season. Plus, is Giannis Antetokounmpo on the Nets radar going forward, especially if things go south in Milwaukee.Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

In a hilarious game in Utah, the Brooklyn Nets lost to the Jazz on Sunday. The game ended up going to overtime when it was all said and done, with some wild end-of-game sequences. The Nets did have some highlight performances from Tosan Evbuomwan who could stick with the team the rest of the season in a relatively important role. The Locked on Nets guy also talks about some Nic Claxton, Noah Clowney, and Tyrese Martin.Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Cam Johnson looks like he’s going to be dealt before the trade deadline. And it looks like the Oklahoma Thunder will be in the mix when it’s all said and done. Would first-round pick Nikola Topic be included in a deal like this? OKC and Sam Presti would be hard-pressed to give up Topic in a deal, but they do have a huge number of draft picks going forward.Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Brooklyn Nets played the Detroit Pistons at home as big underdogs without Cam Thomas, Cam Johnson, D’Angelo Russell, and more. Though they lost, Noah Clowney had a big night with 29 points, leading the team in shot attempts. It was a big night for the second year player who continues to show major promise on the shooting side of things, now going 38.5% from three on the season. Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

It looks like there will be multiple teams in on trading for Cam Johnson before the deadline and the Nets could hold out for a sizable trade package. The Locked on Nets guys talk about teams like the Oklahoma City Thunder with Nikola Topic, the Sacramento Kings, and the Golden State Warriors as possible landing spots.Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Brooklyn Nets looked like a fully tanking team against the Pacers on Monday, starting Keon Johnson, Tyrese Martin, Noah Clowney, Ziaire Williams, and Nic Claxton. They ended up losing by 14 in a game where they could have lost a lot more. The Locked on Nets guys look at the game, the season, and the play of Day’Ron Sharpe who was a monster on the glass.Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

It looks like Cam Johnson avoided serious injury after twisting his ankle last game, and the Nets could be in a scenario where they move on from him in a trade sooner than later. So many teams appear interested in acquiring Johnson leading into the trade deadline that a deal could work itself out well in advance of the February 6th timeline. The Locked on Nets discuss the situation around Cam Johnson and the rest of the team. Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Nets pulled off another surprise win on Thursday night, this time, once again, beating the Milwaukee Bucks. The Nets held off a furious comeback by Milwaukee late in the game where it really appeared they would snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. But in the ends, they improved to 13-21 on the season. The story at the end was Cam Johnson who twisted his ankle on one of the game’s final plays. What does that mean going forward?Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

D’Angelo Russell was back in a Brooklyn Nets uniform on Wednesday, returning in the trade for Dorian Finney-Smith to the Lakers over the weekend. He was one of the few bright spots on the team, finishing with 22 points in 26 minutes and looking a lot like the old D-Lo. But the Nets couldn’t muster much else in the game and were blown out in the 4th quarter 36-22. The Locked on Nets guys take a look at the game, D-Lo’s performance, and more.Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Over the weekend, the Brooklyn Nets traded Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton to the Los Angeles Lakers for D’Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three second-round draft picks. It’s a somewhat surprising move in that it brings D-Lo back to Brooklyn. The Locked on Nets guys discuss the trade, what it means for Brooklyn and what Sean Marks reportedly turned down from the Memphis Grizzlies. Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Nets continue to defy logic. Thursday night proved once again that you can lead a team to the Tank, but you can't make them drink the kool-aid. Noah Clowney continues his three-point shooting prowess, Keon Johnson and Jalen Wilson came up big in key late game moments - and fans were again left torn to what it all means. Adam looks at the Nets. win percentage, how it can play out over the remaining 52 games, and where the team stands on veteran players like Dorian Finney-Smith and keeping health trade options on the table. Subscribe to Our Subtext to Get Texts from Adam & Doug

Adam and Matt George bat around trade thoughts on Cam Johnson. They discuss what Johnson's impact would be on the Kings and if they have the assets to land the veteran Forward. Adam also offers a chance for the Kings to salvage a trade market with a Dorian Finney-Smith and Day'ron Sharpe package. Subscribe to Our Subtext to Get Texts from Adam & Doug

Brooklyn Nets lose to Heat and Noah Clowney’s weird season stat line

The Brooklyn Nets lost to the Utah Jazz on Friday, shooting terribly from three (13%) on their way to a somewhat important loss in the tanking standings. Ben Simmons played well, taking the second-most shots on the team while also registering a double-double. Is he starting to turn a corner this season now that he’s starting again and Dennis Schroder is out of the mix? Free Nets 2024-25 Season Preview, The Four Biggest Storylineswww.wegotnets.comFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…