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Game Theory Podcast

Sam Vecenie, a Senior NBA Writer at The Athletic, talks all about basketball. From the NBA, to the NBA Draft, to college hoops and even some high school, Vecenie is has you covered in this show. And some thoughts on movies, too.

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01:14:10

What has surprised CBS Sports Adam Finkelstein most...

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2025/12/09

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Adam Finkelstein of CBS Sports to break down the last week of college hoops & highlight the performances of several NBA Draft prospects.12:45 - What New Things Has Adam Learned About Boozer, Dybantsa, Wilson?31:05 - Have Any Freshmen Truly Surprised You?49:38 - Who Are The Most Important Players To Scout In Conference Play?SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL

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01:45:28

Biggest takeaways through 7 weeks of the NBA season...

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2025/12/08

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & special guest Jason Timpf of Hoops Tonight give their 3 biggest takeaways through week 7 of the NBA season.03:12 - Are We Underestimating the Timberwolves?20:16 - This Year Proves NBA Teams Shouldn’t Tank For 3+ Years41:25 - Should Orlando Go All-In On Giannis1:04:15 - The Celtics Infrastructure Is Incredible1:20:35 - Can Spurs combine Offense/Defense Success When They Get Healthy?1:30:12 - Pat Spencer Is That Mother******SIGN UP FOR BONUS

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01:59:55

Giannis Future In MIL Uncertain?! | NBA Awards...

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2025/12/05

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon begin with a discussion of the latest possible Giannis trade report from Shams Charania & whether his future in Milwaukee could be coming to an end (but for real this time). Then, they give out their awards for the first 20 games of the NBA season: MVP, All-NBA, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year & more!01:47 - Giannis future in Milwaukee uncertain26:45 - MVP51:49 - All-NBA1:17:40 - Rookie of the Year1:22:26 - Most

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01:08:29

2026 NBA Draft: Feast Week Delivers | Cameron Carr’s...

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2025/12/02

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon break down the last week of college hoops & highlight the performances fo several NBA Draft prospects.05:50 - Biggest winner: Cameron Carr, Baylor20:50 - Feast Week Draft Takeaways55:35 - Caleb Wilson vs. Michigan StateSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:THOUSANDS OF GUYS HAVE ALREADY USED RULA TO

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01:39:23

Lakers: Real Contenders? | Fun Miami Heat | Unsung...

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2025/12/01

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their 3 biggest takeaways from week 6 of the NBA season.06:28 - Los Angeles Lakers: Trade Away From Real Contention?35:15 - Unsung Heroes On Top 6 Teams47:32 - Miami Heat: Team Most Enjoyed Watching1:02:20 - One Good Thing About Each Bottom 5 Team1:11:59 - Clippers Might Not Be Able To Fix Their Poor Start1:36:15 - Which Teams Have The Toughest Reintegration?SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON

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01:57:59

NBA Sophomore Class Through 100 Games | Castle, Sarr,...

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2025/11/28

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon go through several players from the 2024 NBA Draft & assess their performances so far during their sophomore NBA seasons.11:00 Steph Castle23:20 Alex Sarr, Kyshawn George and Bub Carrington44:00 Zaccharie Risacher50:02 Reed Sheppard57:40 Matas Buzelis1:04:20 Ron Holland1:10:15 Donovan Clingan1:17:28 Zach Edey and Jaylen Wells1:24:52 Kel'el Ware1:31:36 Ajay Mitchell1:39:40 Tristan da Silva1:42:10 Jaylon Tyson1:45:40 Best of the

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00:54:38

Cam Boozer Weird Start | Kingston Flemings Breakout |...

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2025/11/25

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon break down the last week of college hoops & highlight the performances fo several NBA Draft prospects.02:03 - Champions’ Classic Draft Takes30:00 - Big Winner: Kingston Flemings39:00 - Illinois Best Prospect?50:00 - Other Prospect NotesSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:START YOUR HAIR GROWTH JOURNEY

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01:41:36

Should Pelicans Trade Zion? | Thunder on Historic...

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2025/11/24

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their 3 biggest takeaways from week 5 of the NBA season.05:13 - Tyrse Maxey is a Superstar26:24 - Pelicans need to move Zion Williamson (?)50:20 - Do the Knicks have playoff depth?1:03:55 - Have the Orlando Magic figured it out?1:20:08 - OKC Thunder are on a historic pace1:29:30 - Chris Paul is the last member of a dying breedSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF

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01:39:44

LaMelo Wants Out (?!), Pistons On FIRE, LeBron Back &...

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2025/11/21

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon recap the last several days of NBA news, storylines & standout performances.06:35 - Detroit Pistons are ON FIRE! (11 Straight Wins)37:34 - Lebron James returns to Lakers50:58 - BREAKING NEWS: LaMelo Ball reportedly "open to trade" from Hornets1:11:09 - NBA Allstar picture (as of today)1:29:36 - Best NBA games to convince someone to watch the NBASIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE

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00:56:35

Mikel Brown Jr. STARS | AJ Dybantsa vs. UConn |...

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2025/11/18

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon break down the last week of college hoops & highlight the performances fo several NBA Draft prospects.05:48 - Mikel Brown Jr vs Kentucky16:20 - AJ Dybantsa vs. UConn31:59 - Braden Smith vs. Labaron Philon43:00 - Michigan, Aday Mara, and the Yaxel Lendeborg FitSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:RIGHT

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01:43:45

Nikola Jokic is Breaking Basketball | Warriors, Curry...

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2025/11/17

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their 3 biggest takeaways from week 4 of the NBA season.04:55 - Nikola Jokic is breaking basketball23:10 - League is in Good Hands34:35 - The Warriors Remain Dangerous48:35 - Who are the Real Contenders1:11:45 - Do the Hawks Need Trae Young?1:24:15 - What are the Toronto Raptors?SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE

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01:40:22

Nico Harrison Fired | Mavericks Rebuild? | Kings Vets...

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2025/11/14

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon recap the last several days of NBA news, storylines & standout performances. 04:00 - Nico Harrison Fired18:00 - Do Mavericks Rebuild?45:00 - Sacramento Kings Vets Available?1:20:00 - Why are the Clippers a mess?1:30:00 - Reed Sheppard: Good?SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS:RIGHT NOW, MIZZEN & MAIN IS

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00:53:19

Caleb Wilson BREAKOUT | Dybantsa, Peterson Impress |...

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2025/11/11

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon break down the last week of college hoops & highlight the performances fo several NBA Draft prospects. 02:08 - Caleb Wilson: Week One’s Stock Riser13:20 - Darryn Peterson vs UNC 15:53 - Henri Veesaar Impresses22:40 - AJ Dybantsa Gets Better Late vs Nova28:35 - Did Texas expose Boozer flaws?37:45 - Koa Peat Destroys Florida44:08 - Avdalas and Arkansas NotesSIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON

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01:36:52

Sengun vs. Wemby Rivalry , Hot Pistons, Alex Sarr...

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2025/11/10

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their 3 biggest takeaways from week 3 of the NBA season.03:43 - Sengun vs. Wemby: Next Great Big Rivalry25:00 - Pistons have set floor. Can they increase ceiling? 42:33 - Sam is a big dumb idiot (Alex Sarr breakout)56:44 - Several Role Players Are Starring in their roles1:08:10 - The Bucks have the highest ceiling in the east (?)1:20:10 - What are the Phoenix Suns?SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON

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02:03:52

NBA Rookie Analysis Through 10 Games | Flagg,...

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2025/11/07

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon go through several rookies from the 2025 NBA Draft Class & analyze their performances through the first 10-ish games of their careers. 10:05 Cooper Flagg24:45 VJ Edgecombe35:53 Kon Knueppel, Sion James & Ryan Kalkbrenner 52:50 Jeremiah Fears & Derik Queen 1:14:20 Cedric Coward 1:27:08 Dylan Harper 1:38:54 Tre Johnson1:47:15 Egor Demin, Ace Bailey & Walter Clayton Jr.SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON

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00:52:51

2026 NBA Draft Preview: Peterson, Boozer or Dybantsa...

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2025/11/04

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon for a discussion about the 2026 NBA Draft, first looking about how to evaluate players in the early part of the college season. They then discuss the projected top 3 - Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer or AJ Dybantsa - and whether there is an order/ranking they are currently leaning towards (18:30). SIGN UP FOR BONUS NBA DRAFT FILM BREAKDOWNS & DISCUSSIONS ON SUBSTACK!CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THE FULL LIVE SHOW ON

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01:30:07

Ja Suspended , Trae Young Out & the Fun Chicago...

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2025/11/03

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon give their 3 biggest takeaways from week 2 of the NBA season. Topics include: Ja Morant's suspension in Memphis, Trae Young's injury, the very fun Utah Jazz & Chicago Bulls, key players having trouble fitting in with their new teams & much more.04:47 - TAKEAWAY #1 - Ja Morant suspended, reaches "hingepoint" of Memphis career25:55 - TAKEAWAY #2 - East is more wide open than expected45:00 - TAKEAWAY #3 - The Chicago Bulls are

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02:00:51

Wemby and 5-0 Spurs! | Bucks 76ers, Magic are East’s...

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2025/10/31

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon react to the NBA games from last few days & discuss several of the emerging storylines from the start of the NBA season. This includes the 5-0 Spurs, the Miam Heat offense, the 76ers exciting start, the Bucks resurgence & much more!00:00 - INTRO01:55 - Spurs vs Heat: SAS is 5-0, is MIA's offense real?27:26 - Mizzen & Main!29:06 - Subscribe to the Game Theory Substack!31:24 - Bucks vs Warriors: Bucks are 4-0, Doc Rivers & Ryan

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01:25:07

Wemby's Legit MVP Chances, Sixers Fun Backcourt, WTF...

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2025/10/27

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie & Bryce Simon to go through their 3 biggest takeaways from the first week of NBA basketball * discuss how sustainable each takeaway for the rest of the NBA season. 08:50 - TAKEAWAY: NBA Defensive Pick Up Points seem higher up the court23:50 - TAKEAWAY: Victor Wembanyama is a legitmate MVP candidate34:59 - TAKEAWAY: NBA Rookie Class is much more ready NOW than expected45:30 - TAKEAWAY: Tyrese Maxey & VJ Edgecombe are the next great young &

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02:14:00

OMG Wemby, Steph's Still Got It, VJ Edgecombe's...

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2025/10/24

In this edition of the Game Theory Podcast, Sam Vecenie is joined by Andrew Claudio to react to Thursday night's overtime thriller between the Warriors & Nuggets (2:10), as well as the NBA Finals rematch between the Thunder & Pacers that went to DOUBLE-overtime (20:00). Then they discuss the FBI arresting Blazers head coach Chanucey Billups & Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier as part of a pair of wide-ranging investigations related to illegal sports betting and rigged poker games 45:00). Finally, they

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