No need to panic over Cavs Game 1 loss to the Pacers

The Cavs turned in a lackluster performance in their Game 1 blowout loss to the Pacers. They were run off the floor and never recovered thanks to Victor Oladipo playing out of his mind, and the Pacers just being more engaged on every level.

Even though Cleveland didn’t show up, Colin still thinks the Cavs will win the series because Victor Oladipo won’t be as dominant, and it would be impossible for the Cavs to play worse.

Ben Simmons is a young Magic

Ben Simmons led the Sixers to an opening round blowout win over the Heat, and Colin thinks it’s already clear that he’s an all-time transcendent talent in the mold of Magic Johnson.

Even though fellow rookies Donovan Mitchell and Jayson Tatum will likely average more points in their career, Colin thinks Simmons can change the game. Like Magic, Simmons is an elite passer who controls the game as a physically imposing 6’10” point guard. He’s also already an elite defender. Scorers come and go, Simmons type talents don’t come around everyday.

Also:

– Cutting Dez was best for Dak

– Westbrook’s ex-teammates thriving in the playoffs isn’t a coincidence

Guests:

Metta World Piece – NBA World Champion is in-studio explaining why the Cavs aren’t clear favorites over the Pacers.

Bryan Cox – Former NFL Linebacker and Falcons Defensive Line Coach is in-studio discussing his thought watching Tom Brady come back in the Super Bowl, and why he respects Bill Belichick.

Chris Broussard – FS1 NBA Analyst is in-studio talking NBA Playoffs; why he thinks the Thunder could be a threat in the second round.