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‘Group Chat’: Are AD and LeBron Better Than We Expected?

The group also highlights some of the NBAs best up-and-coming duos

By Chris Ryan, Justin Verrier, and Jonathan Tjarks
Los Angeles Lakers v Phoenix Suns Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images

We are three weeks into the season, and LeBron has seemingly unlocked Anthony Davis. However, are the Clippers still the best team in the West? (1:15). Then, the enjoyment of watching the NBA’s “hipster” teams like the Hawks, Suns, and Grizzlies led by Ja Morant, Devin Booker, and Trae Young grow into established units (18:45) before we highlight some of the NBAs best up-and-coming duos (43:00).

Hosts: Chris Ryan, Justin Verrier

Guest: Jonathan Tjarks

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