#307: Putting Together the NBA Agreement Puzzle with Keith Smith

The Spotrac Podcast | August 05, 2021

Keith Smith & Scott Allen break down their week of work tracking, analyzing, and assessing nearly $2B of NBA free agent agreements, nearly $1B in extensions, & a dozen or so trades. How the Lakers, Bulls, Knicks, & Wizards are now built, which contracts stand out, which teams are lurking, & plenty more.

#306: Aaron Rodgers & a Day of MLB/NBA Craziness

The Spotrac Podcast | July 30, 2021

The Packers finalized a restructured contract with Aaron Rodgers. The Lakers mortgaged half of their roster to acquire a third superstar. The Dodgers added two superstars to an already superstar lineup. The Yankees are starting to act like the Yankees again. Oh and by the way the NBA snuck a draft in on us last night. Plenty of breakdowns on all of it and more.

#305: NBA Offseason Questions with Keith Smith

The Spotrac Podcast | July 28, 2021

Keith Smith answers a variety of NBA questions as we head toward the draft, free agency, & the new league year, including which teams to watch, will restricted free agents be a factor, & salary cap projections going forward. Plus, Xavien Howard has officially requested a trade out of Miami. A look deep into his contract versus other current cornerback deals.

#304: MLB Buyers, Sellers, & Trade Candidates & More NFL Bubbles

The Spotrac Podcast | July 26, 2021

A run through the MLB standings to determine which teams could be active this trade deadline week, including notable players to keep an eye on. Plus, another round of NFL bubble players as we head into training camps, a numbers recap of the NHL draft, & expanded thoughts on why watching the Olympics in 2021 is frustrating.

#303: An NBA Offseason Guide, & a NIL Update with Darren Heitner

The Spotrac Podcast | July 23, 2021

Sports, Entertainment & IP lawyer Darren Heitner joins to discuss the early stages of Name, Image, Likeness across college sports, including what's still to come with high school athletes and the NCAA as a whole. Plus, the NBA offseason is officially here. We breakdown notable free agents, teams with cap space, min & max salaries, & plenty more.

#302: The Business of Football Hall of Fame with Andrew Brandt

The Spotrac Podcast | July 21, 2021

Former Packers executive Andrew Brandt discusses his recent piece in SI, inaugurating the first annual Business of Football HOF class. Plus, his thoughts on the Aaron Rodgers saga from a team building & contract standpoint. And, the NBA officially flips to the offseason, our thoughts on how that looks for the Bucks & Suns.

#301: An Offseason Mistake or Deficiency from Every NFL Team

The Spotrac Podcast | July 18, 2021

With training camps set to open across the NFL we'll take a run through the league, identifying an issue or two from each team that could come back to haunt them in 2021. Plus, financially breaking down Collin Morikawa's Open Championship.

#300: Diminished NFL Extensions, & NBA Option Decisions & Valuations

The Spotrac Podcast | July 15, 2021

While most of the talk surrounding the NFL offseason has focused on the significant salary cap drop and team's corresponding moves in response, it's actually cash payouts that have taken the biggest hit thus far. NFL extension numbers are down significantly in 2021, and it may very well be on purposes. Plus, with the NBA draft & free agency period right around the corner, we dive into notable player & team option decisions, including projected market values should Chris Paul, Kawhi Leonard, Spencer Dinwiddie, & plenty more hit the open market.

#299: NFL Bubble Candidates, NHL LTIR Usage, Djokovic's Earnings, & MLB Draft Thoughts

The Spotrac Podcast | July 12, 2021

Mike Ginnitti breaks down Novak Djokovic's 20th grand slam victory, & what it means for him financially, Plus, team pools, bonus info, & thoughts on the #1 overall pick in the MLB Draft. And, the Tampa Bay Lightning used accounting to help win their second straight Stanley Cup. Also, notable NFL Roster Bubble candidates heading toward camp.

#298: Franchise Tag Extensions, & a Midseason MLB Recap

The Spotrac Podcast | July 07, 2021

Cousin Dan rejoins the show to discuss where MLB stands at the midway point, from reviewing preseason win totals, to determining buyers/sellers, and highlighting the best free agent signings to date. Plus, Aaron Judge's future with the Yankees and future financial possibilities appear to be in flux. And, with just one week left for NFL teams to extend franchise tagged players, quick thoughts on who might - and who might not.

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