On today's show Andrew Sharp and Ben Golliver check in after the opening weekend of NBA summer league. First they discuss the growing popularity of Summer League and Ben's response to the critics. Then (6:00) they discuss the performance of Wendell Carter Jr. thus far, what his success could mean for Chicago's future, and how to feel about the Bulls' decision to match Zach LaVine's $78 million offer sheet. From there (22:00): first impressions of Harry Giles for the Kings, Deandre Ayton on the Suns, and how Trevor Ariza could help in Phoenix. Then (32:00): the strange Rockets offseason and the Carmelo pursuit that still doesn't completely make sense. At the end (43:00): Tony Parker leaves the monastery for greener (teal) pastures, the Lakers are standing pat, more insight into Playoff P's decision, Josh Hart is too good, Jonathan Issac and Mo Bamba look great, Josh Jackson does as well, Markelle Fultz is still TBD, and Ben Simmons is not getting traded for Kawhi.
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