A Jalen Ramsey Blockbuster & Early NBA Offseason Moves

The Spotrac Podcast | June 30, 2025

Mike Ginnitti details the rare Late-June NFL blockbuster trade sending Jalen Ramey & Jonnu Smith to Pittsburgh in exchange for Minkah Fitzpatrick. Plus, the NBA offseason is "pending" but dozens of contracts, extensions, & trades have already hit the wires. Presented by Bettor Edge

NBA Draft Hits, Cooper Flagg Financials, Travis Hunter's Win, & the Indestructible Rays

The Spotrac Podcast | June 26, 2025

Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss quick takeaways from the NBA Draft first round, a wild financial max-out scenario for Cooper Flagg, what Travis Hunter secured from his Jaguars' rookie contract, & plenty more. Presented by Bettor Edge

OKC, Indy, Eastern Conference, & NBA Draft Futures with Keith Smith

The Spotrac Podcast | June 23, 2025

Keith Smith joins to offer takeaways from the OKC/Indiana finale, notable roster decisions for each as the calendar flips to the offseason, how Tyrese Haliburton's injury could shake up a few Eastern Conference team decisions, and plenty more. Presented by Bettor Edge

The 10-Billion-Dollar Lakers, Jaire to Baltimore, & Next for Connor McDavid

The Spotrac Podcast | June 19, 2025

Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss future outlooks for Connor McDavid & Sam Bennett as the NHL offseason kicks off, trickle down thoughts surrounding the Lakers' shocking $10B pending sale, Jaire Alexander's contract & new landing spot, and a recap of recent sports movement. Plus our NBA Bettor Edge pick of the week.

Rafael Devers to the Bay & Desmond Bane to Orlando

The Spotrac Podcast | June 15, 2025

Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann break down the facts & financials surrounding Rafael Devers' stunning trade from Boston to San Francisco. Plus, the Orlando Magic sent two players and four 1st round picks to the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for Desmond Bane. Presented by Bettor Edge

The NFL QB Watch List, Shemar Stewart, & Aaron Rodgers

The Spotrac Podcast | June 12, 2025

Mike Ginnitti discusses recent cap/contract updates for CB Jaire Alexander, QB Aaron Rodgers, & Bengals 1st-round pick Shemar Stewart, plus a must-follow watch list of NFL QB1s heading into 2025 in terms of contract stability, potential 2026 fallout, and plenty more. Presented by Bettor Edge

NFL Extensions, Jaire Alexander, MLB Buy/Sell Candidates, & the Mets Looming Options

The Spotrac Podcast | June 09, 2025

Mike Ginnitti details the release of Jaire Alexander in Green Bay and his value on the open market, then a few notable extension candidates in Buffalo, LA, & Washington. Plus, Dan Soemann joins to discuss the Buy/Sell candidates in MLB, how the Orioles find themselves in the AL East basement, & looming decisions in NY on Pete Alonso & Edwin Diaz,

A Paul George Finals, MLB Service Time, & Summer NFL Extensions

The Spotrac Podcast | June 05, 2025

Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss Paul George's tie to the Thunder/Pacers Finals, why Jac Caglianone's callup in KC is somewhat controversial, & notable sports business quick hits. Plus, predicting a few NFL contract extensions this coming summer. Presented by Bettor Edge

Knicks Offseason, a Pacers Thunder Finale, & NFL Dead Cap

The Spotrac Podcast | June 02, 2025

Keith Smith joins to break down thoughts on where the New York Knicks head this offseason, & how we got to a Thunder/Pacers Finals matchup. Plus, which NBA teams are the next "draft, develop, & win" candidates, & a breakdown of Post June 1st salary cap updates, and the process going forward. Presented by Bettor Edge

OKC's Window, Aidan Hutchinson, Jalen Ramsey, & the Colorado Rockies

The Spotrac Podcast | May 29, 2025

Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz dive into the luxurious future of the Western Conference Champion OKC Thunder, what has gone horribly wrong for the Colorado Rockies, a timeline & valuation outlook for Aidan Hutchinson & the Lions, and our sports business quick hits. Presented by Bettor Edge

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Jaylen Brown's Extension & Biggest Offseason Moves For Atlantic and Pacific Divisions

The NBA Next Podcast | August 01, 2023

Keith Smith and Scott Allen talk about Jaylen Brown's extension with Boston (01:25). Then they discuss the biggest offseason move and what each team still needs to do for the Atlantic (24:55) and Pacific (43:11) divisions. Finally, what to look forward to next (1:00:00).

Cash, Tax and Earnings Oh My!

The NBA Next Podcast | July 20, 2023

Keith Smith and Scott Allen talk about future team cash allocations (02:17) and potential 2023 tax bills (20:15). Then they discuss recent cash earned vs future cash earned for players (34:31) and the landscape of future career earnings (41:08) before talking about the Oklahoma City's extremely full roster (50:06). Finally, what to look forward to next (1:07:00).

NBA Summer League, No-Trade Clause Rules & Signed Contract Specifics

The NBA Next Podcast | July 14, 2023

Keith Smith and Scott Allen talk about NBA Summer League and what Keith experienced while there (00:44). Then they discuss the rules of have a No-Trade Clause (16:17) and talk about their observations regarding the signed contract specifics for the free agents (26:31), extensions (44:00) and draft pick signings (1:00:36). Finally, what to look forward to next (1:05:52).

Recapping Free Agent Signings, New Extensions and What Some Teams Now Look Like

The NBA Next Podcast | July 06, 2023

Keith Smith and Scott Allen recap the offseason through the first four days of the new league year, including extensions, free agent signings, and what some of the teams now look like. Finally, what to look forward to next (1:05).

Draft and Trade Recap, Option Decisions, A Veteran Extension & 2023 Projected Cap Space

The NBA Next Podcast | June 27, 2023

Keith Smith and Scott Allen recap the 2023 NBA Draft (00:36) and recent trade moves (10:15). Then they talk about the exercised/declined option decisions and which ones are still looming (33:14). Next they break down the Naz Reid veteran extension with Minnesota (39:00), and talk about the 2023 projected cap space and spending power going into the new league year (45:56). Finally, what to look forward to next (1:01:00).

Bradley Beal Trade Details, 2023 NBA Draft, 2022 Rookie Class Recap and Predicting 2020 Draft Class Rookie Scale Extensions

The NBA Next Podcast | June 20, 2023

Keith Smith and Scott Allen discuss the trade details for the Suns acquiring Bradley Beal from the Wizards (00:29). Then they talk about the 2023 NBA Draft and who to look out for and other financial details surrounding the drafted players (22:06), recapping the 2022 NBA Rookie class and who stood out in the 2022-23 season (43:17), and predicting the 2020 Draft Class Rookie Scale Extensions (53:09). Finally, what to look forward to next (1:02:00).

Bradley Beal Trade Talk, and Boston Celtics, Miami Heat & Denver Nuggets Offseason Outlooks

The NBA Next Podcast | June 15, 2023

Keith Smith and Scott Allen discuss the trade rumors surround Bradley Beal and the Washington Wizards (00:28). Then what's next for the Boston Celtics (9:36), Miami Heat (28:04) and Denver Nuggets (42:48). Finally, what to look forward to next (56:47).

Golden State Warriors, Philadelphia 76ers & Los Angeles Lakers Offseason Outlooks

The NBA Next Podcast | June 13, 2023

Keith Smith and Scott Allen discuss the news and notes of the last two weeks (00:39). Then what's next for the Golden State Warriors (12:24), Philadelphia 76ers (31:59) and Los Angeles Lakers (44:55). Finally, what to look forward to next (1:04:46).

NBA Finals Roster Construction and Sacramento Kings, Phoenix Suns & New York Knicks Offseason Outlooks

The NBA Next Podcast | June 01, 2023

Keith Smith and Scott Allen discuss the roster construction of the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat before the NBA Finals begin (00:53). Then what's next the Sacramento Kings (07:46), Phoenix Suns (23:41) and New York Knicks (39:00). Finally, what to look forward to next (52:10).

Financial Implications If LeBron Does Retire & Minnesota Timberwolves, LA Clippers and Cleveland Cavaliers Offseason Outlooks

The NBA Next Podcast | May 23, 2023

Keith Smith and Scott Allen discuss the financial implications if LeBron were to retire (00:41). Then what's next the Minnesota Timberwolves (12:19), LA Clippers (30:23) and Cleveland Cavaliers (46:50). Finally, what to look forward to next (59:14).

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