In Think Shank's debut video podcast, Skyler examines the most impactful trades in lead up to the NBA's 2024 deadline (Feb. 8). His approach uses historical & analytical data to examine said player positions, performance, experience, strategic use cases, and takeaways for their new teams. Skyler starts by exploring NYK's offensive flexibility with recent adds Bojan Bogdanovic & Alec Burks (4:25), then OKC's size problem once Gordon Hayward & Bismack Biyombo join (31:20), then DAL's huge upgrades of PJ Washington Jr. & Daniel Gafford (plus same-day reactions to their debut vs. OKC) (51:54), and finally MIN's snag of Monte Morris to steady their second unit (1:15:02). Thank you for supporting! Follow & get in touch: ⁠⁠Think Shank ⁠⁠Skyler Reinhardt

Skyler sets the stage by explaining how in-season awards have historically worked and been decided (5:01). Next, he examines the new paradigm posed by the NBA's new eligibility requirement for them (28:26). Skyler then presents several ideas for improving said new eligibility requirement (56:57). He then considers the proposed ideas through the prism of Joel Embiid's recent injury plus the public's reaction (1:32:50). Lastly, Skyler shares his spicy thoughts on where the Los Angeles Lakers should upgrade before the trade deadline next week and why (1:44:51). Thank you for supporting! Follow and get in touch: ⁠Think Shank⁠ ⁠Skyler Reinhardt⁠

Skyler begins this episode by evaluating Joel Embiid's no-show in Denver for NBA Rivals Weekend & its impact on him, the product of the league, and in-season awards (5:07). Next, he inspects the Celtics' meltdown against the Clippers and what it suggests for Boston's floor & play style come playoffs (29:26). Lastly, he recounts clutch sequences from the Lakers vs. Warriors 2OT thriller, assessing both team performances & contest conclusions amid the looming trade deadline (42:45). Thank you for supporting! Follow and get in touch: ⁠⁠Think Shank⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Skyler Reinhardt⁠⁠

Skyler begins Think Shank's debut episode by explaining the network's inception, vision, name, and plan for discussing this year's NBA season (2:48). Next, he analyzes his pick for the biggest under-the-radar storyline of the season thus far and how it's affected the teams involved, playing field of the league, and popular outlooks on trades nearing the deadline (28:15). Lastly, he discusses honorable storyline mentions (1:09:04). Thank you for supporting! Follow & get in touch: Think Shank Skyler Reinhardt