David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and Jazz NBA Insider, emphasizes the enduring importance of seven-footers in modern basketball. He analyzes the Utah Jazz's recent loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, highlighting how the absence of Walker Kessler impacted the team's rim protection. Locke dissects the Bucks' perfect 17-for-17 shooting at the rim and explores how elite big men like Brook Lopez and Giannis Antetokounmpo dictate defensive strategies.

The episode also features insights from Bucks coach Doc Rivers on defensive improvements and a candid assessment from Jazz coach Will Hardy on Keyonte George's development areas. Locke examines the current NBA trade landscape, noting a potential holding pattern centered around Jimmy Butler. He challenges Doc Rivers' claims about offensive rebounding and defensive performance, presenting data that contradicts the coach's statements. This episode offers a deep dive into NBA strategy, player development, and the complexities of the trade market.

0:00 Intro
3:10 Bucks' dominant rim shooting without Kessler
7:18 Jazz's defensive shot distribution improvements
16:39 Keyonte George's defensive development
19:13 NBA trade landscape update
23:24 Doc Rivers' misleading offensive rebounding claim
28:43 Debunking the offensive rebounding myth

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