Basketball Baseline Jumper, Episode 23: Meek Mill, Surging 76ers, and the Rest of the NBA Playoffs by Benjamin J. F. McDonald April 25, 2018 Ben and Jason discuss how Meek Mill’s release from prison affects the 76ers playoff hopes (1:00) before looking at the Pelicans after a dominating win over the Trail Blazers (10:00), the future of the Pelicans and what they will do with DeMarcus Cousins (19:00), and if the loss to New Orleans means it is time for Portland to blow it up (22:00). Where could Cousins go? Ben and Jason break down some potential landing spots including the Lakers (26:00) who could pounce on Paul George and Cousins if both make early playoff exits. Next, Jason and Ben break down the rest of the Western Conference and who are the favorites (35:00). Has LeBron met his match in the Indiana Pacers and can the Cavs get anything from Kevin Love (39:00). As always, the duo finishes with their heroes and zeroes of the week (48:00). Post Views: 1,352 The following two tabs change content below.BioLatest Posts Benjamin J. F. McDonald Ben is a Staff Writer at DoubleGSports.com with a focus on the NBA. Latest posts by Benjamin J. F. McDonald (see all) Baseline Jumper, Episode 141: NBA Finals Recap - October 14, 2020 Baseline Jumper Episode 140: NBA Finals Preview - September 30, 2020 Baseline Jumper, Episode 139: NBA Conference Finals + Clippers Collapse (Audio) - September 23, 2020 Baseline Jumper Episode 138: Eastern Conference Finals Preview (Audio) - September 17, 2020 Related TopicsAnthony DavisCleveland CavaliersDemarcus CousinsGiannis AntetokounmpoLeBron JamesMeek MillNew Orleans PelicansPaul GeorgePhiladelphia 76ersPortland Trail Blazers Click to comment You must be logged in to post a comment Login Leave a Reply Cancel replyYou must be logged in to post a comment. Newsletter Subscription Can't Miss Posts! Women in Sports: NHL Network Host, Jackie Redmond by Nicholas Durst | posted on March 4, 2019 From Paramus High School to CBS Sports, Spero Dedes is making waves in sports broadcasting by Sunil Sunder Raj | posted on October 27, 2020 Lochte, Dressel and Ledecky all Chasing Gold at 2021 Tokyo Olympics by Anthony Paradiso | posted on April 18, 2021 You Know I’m Right, Episode 109: The Athletic’s Marc Carig (Audio/Video) by Nicholas Durst | posted on April 19, 2021 You Know I’m Right, Episode 113: New York Post Columnist Phil Mushnick (Audio/Video) by Nicholas Durst | posted on April 29, 2021 More in Basketball You Know I’m Right, Episode 111: New York Giants’ Insider John Schmeelk (Audio/Video) On the 111th episode of You Know I’m Right, Nick Durst and Joe Calabrese are joined by... You Know I’m Right, Episode 107: New York Post’s Columnist Mike Vaccaro (Audio/Video) On the 107th episode of You Know I’m Right, Nick Durst and Joe Calabrese are joined by... You Know I’m Right, Episode 97: SNY’s Michelle Margaux (Audio/Video) On the 97th episode of You Know I’m Right, Nick Durst and Joe Calabrese are joined SNY’s... WNBA Rolling Out Red Carpet For Upcoming 25th Anniversary Season The WNBA’s 25th season also marks the debut of the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup. Who is the greatest captain in NYC sports history? NBA Awards Wrap Up