Flipping The Page

In this episode of The Straight Dope Show podcast, the hosts discuss the upcoming NBA season and reflect on Andre Iguodala's retirement. They explore the concept of being a Hall of Fame player and debate Iguodala's eligibility. The hosts also touch on the changing dynamics of basketball, with players of all positions now expected to handle the ball and make plays. They highlight the lack of attention given to certain teams, such as the Denver Nuggets, despite their previous success. The episode concludes with a discussion on the dominance of tall players like Giannis Antetokounmpo and the challenges they pose to opponents. Overall, the hosts provide entertaining insights and opinions on various NBA-related topics. [00:01:32] Reincarnation and pet preferences. [00:05:02] Current basketball. [00:09:31] Hall of Fame criteria. [00:11:43] Charles Barkley's championships comparison. [00:14:47] Anime and NBA Hall of Fame. [00:19:55] Crossed so damn fast. [00:23:37] The Celtics [00:26:33] Shooters and ba