6 Most Intriguing NBA Teams to Watch This Season | Tight Cap Space Situation

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The group begins their discussion by focusing on the Houston Rockets, a team brimming with young talent but hungry for a playoff spot. They ponder whether a consolidation trade is necessary to strengthen their chances. Meanwhile, Dan brings up the overlooked Indiana Pacers, pointing out their impressive run to the Eastern Conference Finals last season despite not receiving as much attention as other contenders in the Eastern Conference.

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James then picks the Memphis Grizzlies, continuing his theme of Western Conference teams that missed the playoffs last season, and both guys wonder what the actual ceiling is for the Grizzlies with all of their players back and healthy. Dan picks the Cavaliers, who brought back everyone and made a change at head coach to try and get over the hump this season.

James’ final pick is Victor Wembanyama’s San Antonio Spurs, who he thinks will be transformed by the additions of Chris Paul and Harrison Barnes. Dan’s last pick is the Miami Heat, who followed up a disappointing season and playoff showing by doing….not a lot in the offseason, unless you count them refusing to offer Jimmy Butler a contract extension.

(02:45) - Houston Rockets

(14:35) - Indiana Pacers

(24:35) - Memphis Grizzlies

(35:10) - Cleveland Cavaliers

(47:55) - San Antonio Spurs

(49:50) - Miami Heat