On today's episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent Goodwill is joined by Dan Titus and Ice Young to catch up on the latest NBA headlines regarding the Timberwolves, Knicks, Nuggets and Clippers.

Titus and Goodwill start the show with a deep dive into the clear chemistry issues for the Minnesota Timberwolves, and pitch why Anthony Edwards needs to be more reckless. Then, they express concern for the New York Knicks showing signs of being word down early in the year. They also discuss the resurgence of the Denver Nuggets and debate if the Cleveland Cavaliers or the Oklahoma City Thunder are the best team in the NBA.

To close out the show, Young and Goodwill discuss the expectations for Kawhi Leonard returning to the Los Angeles Clippers lineup. They discuss how his game could change and how he'll mesh with James Hard.

(1:49) Timberwolves chemistry issues

(12:19) Knicks are worn down

(19:55) Westbrook and Jokic are cooking

(23:38) Who's the best team in the NBA?

(25:32) Kawhi returns

On today's episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent Goodwill is joined by three-time NBA champion and current agent BJ Armstrong to address the chaos surrounding the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler. They discuss his potential trade value, destinations for where he can land and what to expect following his suspension.

Also on today's show, Goodwill and Armstrong reflect on Chicago Bulls legend Derrick Rose's career after he was honored by the team this past weekend. They additionally dive into how the NBA has changed, and what has negatively impacted the league.

(6:46) The Jimmy Butler situation

(29:01) Derrick Rose's career

(45:33) How the NBA has changed

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Vincent Goodwill and The Athletic’s Sam Amick react to the Sacramento Kings firing Mike Brown after a 13-18 start. Amick breaks down why he was fired and how De’Aaron Fox might have had a role in the decision.

Vince and Sam then break down what the Golden State Warriors can do to improve their roster ahead of the trade deadline and why it might be time to part ways with their young pieces, including Jonathan Kuminga.

Later, Vince and Sam celebrate LeBron James’ 40th birthday! Can he still be a major piece in a title contender? Who will be the faces of the NBA once LeBron and Steph retire?

(0:30) - Sacramento Kings fire Mike Brown

(23:25) - Should the Warriors trade Jonathan Kuminga?

(35:30) - Can LeBron still win a title at 40?

(43:40) - Who will be the faces of the NBA after LeBron & Steph retire?

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Vincent Goodwill and The Athletic’s James Edwards react to Karl-Anthony Towns’ fast start in New York and whether or not the Knicks can translate this into playoff success.

Vince and James then break down Detroit Pistons F Cade Cunningham’s spectacular season so far and if he deserves his first NBA All-Star selection.

Later, Vince and James chat possible trade destinations for The Last Word, including potential suitors for Zach Lavine and why Golden State could be the perfect fit for Jimmy Butler.

(1:52) - Karl-Anthony Towns continues fast start in New York

(14:55) - Mikal Bridges breaks through slump with strong December

(22:22) - Is Cade Cunningham an All-Star?

(35:35) - Potential suitors for Zach LaVine

(40:50) - Can Jimmy Butler make a team a contender?

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Vincent Goodwill and Dan Titus break down the Bucks’ win over the Magic in Tuesday night’s NBA Cup quarterfinals and preview Trae’s return to MSG as the Atlanta Hawks take on the New York Knicks in a tournament continuation of the rivalry.

Vince and Dan then chat trade rumors and discuss potential landing spots for Jimmy Butler, who could be on the move from the Miami Heat. They also discuss whether LeBron James should look to leave LA before the trade deadline.

Later, Vince brings on Ice Young for The Last Word, where they discuss the OKC Thunder, Caitlin Clark’s selection as TIME’s athlete of the year & the WNBA’s rising power as a brand.

(1:15) - Bucks def. Magic in NBA Cup

(11:24) - Trae Young, Hawks return to MSG

(20:32) - Jimmy Butler on the trade block?

(29:52) - Should LeBron consider leaving Lakers?

(34:00) - Thunder def. Mavericks in NBA Cup

(43:15) - Golden State Valkyries skip pick in expansion draft

(50:00) - Caitlin Clark named TIME Athlete of the Year

(58:00) - WNBA named fastest growing brand

On today's episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent Goodwill is joined by former NBA video coordinator, turned contributor for The Athletic and Bleacher Report Mo Dakhil.

Dakhil joins to discuss the continued run of dominance by the reigning champion Boston Celtics and unpack what is making them so hard to keep up with. They also dive deep into the roster woes for the Los Angeles Lakers and how LeBron is clearly slowing down. They close out the show by discussing why the Denver Nuggets need to find more playmakers to work alongside Nikola Jokić.

(2:35) Year two of the NBA Cup

(6:11) Houston Rockets hot start

(9:12) No one is stopping the Celtics

(22:02) Lakers' roster troubles

(38:40) Is anyone coming to help Jokic?

Vincent Goodwill is joined by Dan Titus and Isis "Ice" Young to recap last night's NBA Cup action, talk about LeBron's shooting slump and preview the Golden State Valkyries WNBA expansion draft on Friday.

(00:00) - NBA Cup group stage concludes

(16:10) - What's wrong with LeBron James?

(30:40) - How did the Knicks blow out the Magic?

(34:10) - Trae Young's passing improves / shooting declines

(39:50) - Connecticut Sun name Rachid Meziane as the new head coach

(44:50) - How will the Valkyries expansion draft change the WNBA?

On this episode of the Good Word with Goodwill, Yahoo Sports senior NBA reporter Vincent Goodwill is first joined by Yahoo Sports fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus to discuss last night's NBA Cup games.

The guys talk about the Mavericks' impressive comeback win over the Grizzlies, the Oklahoma City Thunder looking like the best team in the NBA and the Golden State Warriors, who probably need to trade for another scorer to put next to Steph Curry.

Later, the guys try to figure out why LeBron James has had maybe his worst stretch of games over the last couple of weeks. They wonder if the veterans who got sent to Paris for the Olympics will be able to recover before the end of the season.

Isis "Ice" Young then joins the show to talk about the New York Knicks soundly beating the Orlando Magic last night, and Reggie Miller using a particular phrase that set Ice off during the game.

Ice is also excited about Trae Young's improved passing this season and wondering if it's a sign of maturity or a side effect of his cold shooting to start the season.

Finally, after talking about the Connecticut Sun hiring a new head coach, Vince and Ice dig into the Golden State Valkyries expansion draft on Friday and how it will reshape the entire WNBA.

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Vincent Goodwill and Tim Cato discuss the Mavericks and Bucks, who have gone 8-1 in their last 9 games, and what's leading to a youth revolution in the Western Conference.

(00:30) - How have the Mavericks righted the ship?

(21:20) - Youth leading the Western Conference

(36:45) - The Last Word: The Bucks are back?

On this episode of the Good Word with Goodwill, Yahoo Sports senior NBA writer Vincent Goodwill is joined by Tim Cato, who covers the Dallas Mavericks for DLLS & the ALLCITY Network.

The guys start with the reigning Western Conference champions, the Dallas Mavericks, who have won 8 of their last 9 games and welcomed Luka Doncic back from injury last night against the Trail Blazers. What is leading to their hot streak? How are they different from last year's team? And should their success without Luka lead them to explore trade options?

Before leaving the Western Conference, Vinnie and Tim talk about what's leading to the Thunder, Rockets and Grizzlies at the top of the standings while teams like the Lakers, Suns and Warriors trail behind. Tim thinks that this is the new reality of the NBA, caused by the new CBA, and believes that it will lead to less max contracts and more teams hunting for rotation players on rookie scale deals.

Finally, Vince and Tim talk about the Milwaukee Bucks, who are also 8-1 in their last 9 games. They discuss why the Damian Lillard-Giannis Antetokounmpo inverted pick-and-roll is working so well and why shooters like A.J. Green are finding success playing off of Giannis.

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